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Dr. Grant Elliott, founder of RehabFix, built an 8-figure online health business and 3 million followers organically. Today he helps healthcare professionals scale revenue and freedom using sales systems and online programs. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The fastest way to grow an audience is to give away 100% of the value upfront without worrying about monetization. 2. People don't pay for your time; they pay for results, which unlocks scalability. 3. Attention without a conversion system is wasted effort; you need funnels, calls to action, and a structured sales process. Check out Dr. Grant's website to learn more about his online low back program - Rehab Fix Website Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. 50 Days - Join JLD on his free '50 Days to Something' video series on YouTube and create something special in 50 days.

Send us Fan MailI sat down with Victor Cardenas, Co-Founder and CEO of Slash, one of the fastest growing fintechs in America that went from $10M to $300M in annualized revenue in 24 months And just crossed a $1.4 billion valuation after a $100M Series C led by Ribbit Capital, Khosla Ventures and Goodwater Capital. The company powers over $30Bn in annualized payment volume across wires, ACH, stablecoin, and card for over 5,000 businesses. Victor is a Venezuelan immigrant, Stanford dropout, and Thiel Fellow. He started Slash at 19 serving sneaker resellers, lost 60% of his revenue almost overnight, and rebuilt the company into a rocketship by betting on vertical banking. Want more podcast episodes? Join me and follow Fintech Leaders today on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app for weekly conversations with today's global leaders that will dominate the 21st century in fintech, business, and beyond.Do you prefer a written summary? Check out the Fintech Leaders newsletter and join ~85,000+ readers and listeners worldwide!Miguel Armaza is Co-Founder and General Partner of Gilgamesh Ventures, a seed-stage investment fund focused on fintech in the Americas. He also hosts and writes the Fintech Leaders podcast and newsletter.Miguel on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nKha4ZMiguel on Twitter: https://bit.ly/2Jb5oBcFintech Leaders Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3jWIpqp

In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, host David Armstrong speaks with Andrea Broughton, CEO and founder of WealthCrossing, about the firm’s growth from an Ernst & Young spinout to a $1.5 billion RIA. Andrea shares how the firm grew through client referrals, built tax planning into its client experience, and recently expanded its growth strategy through branding and digital marketing. The conversation explores WealthCrossing’s approach to financial planning and tax strategy, its recent rebrand, talent development, growth initiatives, estate planning and its evaluation of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, while maintaining a strong focus on client service. Key takeaways: How WealthCrossing spun out of Ernst & Young 21 years ago in response to Sarbanes-Oxley regulations, and grew to $1.5 billion in assets without relying on acquisitions. How the firm’s tax-centric approach to financial planning plays out in its hiring decisions and its team-based approach to each client. What drove the firm's decision to outsource tax preparation eight years ago, and then bring it back in-house five years later.  Why after operating for 19 years without one, WealthCrossing partnered with a marketing firm, rebranded as “SBK Financial” and created a surprisingly high percentage of new client leads through digital channels. Why Broughton and her team are taking a more cautious stance than many peers regarding AI integration into their technology stack, even while she personally uses AI tools for administrative tasks and individual productivity. Resources: Listen to the RIA Edge Podcast on Wealth Management Listen and Subscribe to the RIA Edge Podcast on Apple Podcasts Listen and Subscribe to the RIA Edge Podcast on Spotify Connect With David Armstrong: Wealth Management LinkedIn: Wealth Management LinkedIn: David Armstrong Twitter: David Armstrong LinkedIn: Informa Connect With Andrea Broughton: WealthCrossing LinkedIn: WealthCrossing LinkedIn: Andrea Broughton About Our Guest: As CEO and founder of WealthCrossing, Andrea leads the strategic vision and operational oversight of the firm. She specializes in delivering integrated financial services, including investment advisory, tax strategy, retirement, estate, and other financial planning services tailored to high-net-worth individuals and executives. Andrea is known for her client-focused approach, providing services that align with each individual's goals and aspirations. Prior to forming WealthCrossing, Andrea worked in the financial counseling practice at Ernst & Young, spending more than 10 years in Ernst & Young's Boston and Richmond offices. Early in her Ernst & Young career, Andrea audited a number of Fortune 500 companies and mutual funds. She believes her prior work as an auditor has been invaluable, allowing her to look behind the numbers in evaluating investment and business opportunities for the clients' benefit. A magna cum laude graduate of Babson College with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Andrea is also a Certified Public Accountant. She is deeply engaged in her Richmond community, serving as a current Board Member and former President of the Brookfield Foundation. Outside of work Andrea enjoys playing tennis and spending time with her family.

In this episode of the Social Proof Podcast, David Shands sits down with entrepreneur, growth strategist, and content marketing expert Afnan Khalifa for a powerful conversation about money, social media, business, relationships, and personal freedom.Afnan shares how growing up in Saudi Arabia shaped her obsession with financial independence, why she believes women need to stop waiting to be rescued, and the mindset shifts that helped her grow from 100,000 followers to over 1.8 million followers in less than a year.They break down:• Why going viral doesn't automatically make you money• The truth about pretty privilege and business success• How to build a profitable personal brand• The psychology behind high-performing social media content• Why "Millionaires Master Boredom"• The biggest mistakes creators make online• How sales, leverage, and attention create wealth• Why financial independence creates freedom in relationships• The mindset required to build a million-dollar businessWhether you're an entrepreneur, content creator, business owner, or someone looking to level up financially, this episode is packed with practical insights and powerful perspective shifts that can change the way you think about money and success.

When was the last time you made a decision that was entirely for you — for your business, and for the version of you that's still becoming?That question sits at the center of this conversation, because wedding planning is built on heart. But heart without structure has a ceiling — and a lot of planners hit it before they ever realize what held them back.This industry has a way of keeping you so focused on everyone else's big day that your own professional growth quietly gets deprioritized. And that gap shows up eventually — in your systems, your pricing, your confidence.In this episode, Krisy Thomas is joined by Denitra Barnes, Certified Wedding Planner and owner of Tailored for You Wedding and Event Planning, who is currently pursuing her Master Certification. Denitra opens up about what finally pushed her past the internet rabbit holes and into structured professional education — and the real-world difference it made: stronger client consultations, clearer pricing, more confident vendor relationships, and tools that help her deliver a consistent, elevated planning experience every time.They also get into something that doesn't get talked about enough — how education reshapes your internal credibility. Denitra shares how client psychology training has changed the way she responds when emotions run high, family dynamics get complicated, or conflict shows up mid-process. That kind of calm doesn't come from experience alone. It comes from preparation.If you've been sitting on the fence about certification, Master Certification, or simply how to grow your planning business without burning out, this conversation will give you something real to work with.Subscribe, share this episode with a planner who's ready to grow, and leave a review — it helps more planners find this community. To learn more about professional development, certification, and what's possible for your planning business, visit The CWP Society — the world's premier wedding planner certification and membership organization — at CWPSociety.com.www.cwpsociety.com | info@cwpsociety.com | IG: @cwpsociety | FB: @cwpsociety

Ali quit his job a few months after ChatGPT launched, convinced AI would eat labor marketplaces like Upwork. With no co-founder and no code, he collected $12K from real customers—using a faked demo and a cloned voice. Then he pitched 100 VCs in 10 days and got 47 straight 'no's.In this episode, Ali breaks down how he banked $12K in revenue before writing a single line of code, how a $20/month Slack community drove Amigo's first $1M in ARR, and why he churned every existing customer to go all-in on $100K+ healthcare enterprise deals.Why You Should ListenWhy validation only counts when dollars exchange hands.How a $20/month paid community turned into $1M in ARR.Why he refunded every customer and churned 100% of his revenue.Why founders must sell the first $2M themselves before hiring an AE.Keywords startup podcast, startup podcast for founders, product market fit, finding pmf, AI agents, healthcare AI, enterprise sales, pre-seed fundraising, community-led growth, customer validation, pivot, Amigo AIChapters00:00:00 Intro00:08:37 From Upwork to Starting Amigo00:13:30 $12K in Revenue Before Writing Code00:23:24 Pitching 100 VCs in 10 Days00:30:20 47 No's—Then FOMO Took Over00:37:12 The $20/Month Community Behind the First $1M00:45:47 Churning 100% of Revenue on Purpose00:01:49 The Moment of True Product Market FitSend me a message to let me know what you think!

In this episode I discuss why I took the opportunity to grow myself.

What does it actually look like to take your art business seriously on social media? Maddie Grace Maierhofer knows. In this episode, Hayley sits down with the Savannah-based artist whose joyful, colorful work and daily posting habit transformed her creative career in under a year. Maddie went from 40K to over 160K Instagram followers, built consistent monthly sales, and landed a collaboration with SMEG USA along the way. They talk about what posting one reel a day actually did for her business, how she balances commissions and creative energy without burning out, what she does when shows don't go as planned, and how she navigated her first brand partnership. Honest, practical, and full of the kind of specifics you can actually use. If you've been trying to find your rhythm online, this one is worth your Monday morning commute. Follow Maddie at @maddiegraceart Friday Rewind: revisiting one of our favorite conversations from the archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when the mistake of a missed photo shoot turns into one of the most beloved CRMs for creative entrepreneurs? In this episode, I sat down with Dubsado co-founder and CEO Becca Berg to talk through building a SaaS company from scratch with her husband Jake, scaling to 30,000+ users, and why staying self-funded has shaped every decision they've made over the last decade.We talked about the real beginnings of Dubsado, the growing pains behind CRM development, why certain features take time, and what's actually coming inside Dubsado 3.0. Becca also opened up about one of the hardest moments in Dubsado history and how trusting her gut changed the way she leads the company today.If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the CRM so many creatives rely on every day, this episode is for you.Find It Quickly00:38 - Meet Becca03:50 - Dubsado's Origin Story08:10 - Building the First CRM10:13 - Customization as the Edge12:02 - First Customers and Milestones17:46 - Growing the Team22:42 - Why Stay Self Funded25:20 - Why Features Take Time29:25 - Scheduling Feedback to Release31:24 - New Form Builder Vision34:10 - Subscriptions and Checkout36:53 - Beyond Project Based Work42:25 - Hard Lessons and Payments Crisis45:24 - Stripe Migration and Sub Accounts48:53 - Dubsado 3.0 Sunset TimelineConnect with BeccaWebsite: Dubsado.comInstagram: instagram.com/dubsadoInstagram: instagram.com/beccaliz_Threads: threads.com/@beccaliz_

This is the #1 mistake people make when trying to improve themselves... This changed everything for me! More @ https://julien-himself.com Connect with Julien: Watch the episodes on YouTube Go deeper with Julien's online courses Follow Julien on Instagram Julien's TikTok Work with Julien directly

Have you joined a program and feel you got fooled once you joined? After almost 7 years in business, hosting 50+ events, 11 retreats, 2 summits, investing tens of thousands of dollars into mentorship, masterminds, coaching, and personal growth, I've learned one thing:The right room can change everything.In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the biggest business investments that transformed my income, confidence, network, and growth, along with the ones that completely missed the mark.From joining masterminds where I barely got five minutes of coaching, to sitting in rooms with six and seven-figure entrepreneurs that expanded my vision and doubled my income, I'm sharing the lessons that every female entrepreneur needs to hear.We'll also dive into the unexpected power of breathwork, manifestation, identity work, and why your nervous system plays a bigger role in your success than most business strategies.If you've ever wondered whether coaching, masterminds, networking events, or mentorship are worth the investment, this episode is for you.In This Episode We Cover: The 3 biggest business busts that taught me expensive lessonsThe truth about investing in coaches with massive audiencesHow getting into rooms with women 3-4 steps ahead of me changed everythingWhy your business can only grow to the level your nervous system feels safe holdingWhat to look for before investing in your next containerReady For Your Next Level? The Money Honey Room is for the woman who is ready for real conversations around money, business growth, manifestation, strategy, and expansion. JOIN HERE Iconic AF Mastermind is my year-long intimate mastermind for women ready to become the most confident, visible, and successful version of themselves while building a business and life they truly love. RSVP HERE Or JOIN HERE for the YEAR & Save $1300 Connect with me on Instagram and send me a DM sharing your biggest boom or bust in business. I'd love to hear your story! Learn more here on my website

In this episode, Rob Smith, the President and CEO at Stonebridge Companies, shares an operator's read on why top-line growth — not cost-cutting — is a sustainable path through today's environment of profit pressure. He explains how Stonebridge grew same-store revenue by 7.8% in 2024 while the market grew by 1.8%, why their revenue-management-first approach drives 41% direct bookings at their independent hotels, and what a deliberate culture of accountability looks like when you're a 174-hotel pure third-party manager.  A few more resources:If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestionsIf you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free.Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram.If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together.If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve!Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

While youth employment grew in most provinces, BC recorded the largest decline in the country Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-youth-employment-falls-worst-in-canada-report-says   PODCAST INFO:

Petrina the Pirate takes over the story and Mr. Eric has to face the Red Panda Pirates! Lessons include: We each need to help out with the work of the home; we cannot cuddle others without their consent. 2 This episode was written by writer/actor, and good friend of Mr. Eric's, Kevin Swanstrom! Check him out for all your writing/acting needs at kevinswanstrom.com Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) Eric and  Karen O'Keeffe make  What If World. Our producer is  Miss Lynn. Character art by  Ana Stretcu, episode art by  Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by  Jason O'Keefe, and theme song by  Craig Martinson.

In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast host Troy Trewin interviews Sandy Wolff shares her remarkable journey of taking over AgVenture Feed & Seed after the unexpected loss of her husband, despite having no prior experience in the industry. She reveals how she transformed a debt-laden, cash-negative business into a thriving company, growing annual revenue from $1 million to $8 million while maintaining a lean team through smart outsourcing. Sandy discusses the importance of continuous learning, building a business with an exit mindset, and balancing growth with quality of life. She also shares valuable lessons on leadership, resilience, mentorship, and preparing a company for a successful sale. The conversation is packed with practical insights for business owners looking to scale sustainably and create long-term value.  Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Sandy Wolff shares that the biggest challenge today is keeping up with larger competitors while having fewer resources. She explained that technology is becoming more expensive, hiring great people costs more than ever, and small businesses must find a unique reason for customers and employees to choose them over bigger companies. She said that creating this unique advantage was something that kept her awake at night. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Sandy Wolff has shared that one of the business books that helped her the most was Built to Sell. She credits it with shaping her mindset around building a business that could operate independently and eventually be sold. She also highly recommends The 4-Hour Workweek, which influenced her thinking on outsourcing, creating systems, and reducing reliance on the owner, helping her build a more scalable and efficient business. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Sandy Wolff recommends listening to a wide variety of podcasts and learning resources rather than relying on a single source. She specifically mentioned the Built to Sell Radio and other CEO-focused business growth podcasts that focus on scaling companies. She also follows podcasts on leadership, personal development, time management, influence, metaphysics, and spirituality, noting that some of her biggest business insights have come from outside traditional business content. Sandy believes continuous learning through podcasts, online courses, workshops, AI tools, peer groups, and business coaching is one of the most valuable habits a small business owner can develop. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? According to Sandy Wolff, one tool she would recommend to help grow a small business is ChatGPT. She believes AI is at a pivotal stage, much like computers were years ago, and that business owners who embrace it can save significant time, improve efficiency, and focus more on serving clients. Sandy uses ChatGPT extensively in her own business and encourages entrepreneurs to leverage AI while also seeking advice from experienced mentors and advisors who can provide valuable outside perspectives. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? According to Sandy Wolff, the advice she would give herself on day one of starting out in business is to enjoy the journey more and not become overly focused on the end goal of selling the company. While having an exit strategy is important, she learned that the real value comes from embracing the day-to-day experience, the lessons, the relationships, and the growth along the way. Looking back, she wishes she had spent less time worrying about the eventual sale and more time appreciating the 18-year journey of building and leading the business.  Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Success is never about arriving because the moment you think you have made it you stop growing – Sandy Wolff The belief that we must do things the way they have always been done is the death knell of any company – Sandy Wolff The belief that we must do things the way they have always been done is the death knell of any company Sandy Wolff      

Since leaving corporate America, my podcast downloads have increased nearly 200%.And it's definitely not= because I suddenly became a genius marketer. It's because, for the first time in over a decade, I stopped treating my dream like a side project.In today's solo episode, I'm sharing the surprising energetic shift that changed not only this podcast, but my entire creative life and business.We dive into:-Why the energy behind your work matters just as much as the work itself-The hidden cost of splitting your energy between survival and desire-What happens when you stop hiding your ambitions-Why people can feel when you're finally all-in on yourself-How prioritizing your creative dreams can create major shifts in momentum, visibility, and growthIf you've been quietly building a dream while pouring most of your energy into someone else's vision, this episode is for you. Because your breakthrough isn't always about working harder, most often, it's about finally choosing yourself.

On the podcast: why authentic founder-led content outperforms, tapping into HSA payments to unlock a whole new audience, and the growth lever no dashboard can measure.Top Takeaways:

You've heard of summits. You've heard of bundles. But what if there's a simpler, lower-lift way to collaborate that still delivers real email list growth — without the two-day video marathon or the elaborate launch plan?That's exactly what the Workflow Exchange was. And in this episode — recorded live at the Grow Without Social online event hosted by Gabe Cox — I'm pulling back the curtain on how it worked, what surprised me, and how you can model something similar in your own business.In this episode you'll learn:What the Workflow Exchange actually is and why it's different from a traditional summit or bundleHow I organized it, automated it, and kept my own involvement to 10–15 hours totalThe opt-in strategy I used so every contributor gained email subscribers (not just the ones attendees selected)Why I was so intentional about who I invited — and how that directly impacted the resultsHow to start small if 10 collaborators feels like too much (hint: three business besties is a completely valid starting point)What I'd do the same — and what I'd simplify — if I ran it againEpisode Timestamps:[00:00] Introduction from Gabe Cox — what the Workflow Exchange is and why this conversation matters[02:15] My social media journey — from waiting for my Facebook invite to getting completely off the algorithm treadmill[06:00] The Workflow Exchange explained — the idea behind it, the format, and why I built it this way[10:45] Results: ~200 new email subscribers per contributor, roughly 10–15 hours of total work[14:30] The opt-in strategy that made the email growth work — and why I chose it over the traditional "select who you want" model[17:00] What I'd keep the same vs. what I'd simplify next time (spoiler: my Google Drive folder system got a little out of hand)[20:30] Turning it evergreen — what that looks like and why simple wins[23:00] First steps if you want to try something like this in your own business[26:00] The Visibility Vault — what it is and how to grab itKey Takeaway:"Find your core and then expand out as it feels right. You don't have to go big. Find three of your business besties who have businesses that complement each other and launch it that way."Resources Mentioned:Visibility Vault Mini Course — Private podcast + companion guide with one action step per episode on organic visibility off socialGabe Cox — Grow Without Social Event (host of this conversation)FlowDesk — email marketing platform Jan uses for automationClaude AI — used to organize contributors and determine the sequencing of workflow deliveryConnect with Jan:Website: jantouchberry.com Podcast: Marketing Without SocialReady to get clients without posting? Your website is your most powerful owned media asset — and if it's not working as hard as you are, that's worth a look. Book a call with Jan to talk about what's possible.Marketing Without Social is the podcast for Christian women entrepreneurs who are done chasing algorithms and ready to build a business on owned media — podcast, email, and website — that keeps working even when life calls you away.

To learn more about Breakthrough Academy, click here:https://trybta.com/EP274 We're actively working with ~600 contractors, and a LOT of them are struggling — and it's not the economy. Breakthrough Academy coach Jason Alcott reveals the hidden mindset trap keeping contractors stuck, and the one framework that changes everything.Most contractors are measuring their success the wrong way. They're locked in "the gap,” constantly chasing an ideal that keeps moving, instead of looking back at how far they've actually come. In this episode, Jason Alcott (BTA coach and former contractor who scaled Weatherguard Gutters to $6.5M with 25 staff) breaks down Dan Sullivan's Gap and the Gain framework and why fixing your mindset is the prerequisite to every system, every strategy, and every team decision you'll make this year.In this episode:Why 70% of the contractors Jason works with are having a rough year— and what's really behind itThe "Gap vs. Gain" framework that stops the overwhelm spiralHow your mindset as an owner trickles down and silently kills team moraleWhy tactics fail when mindset isn't addressed firstHow to set 90-day goals your team actually cares about (leading vs. lagging indicators)Gratitude as a stress management tool — and why it's more powerful than you thinkAbout Jason Alcott: Jason is a Breakthrough Academy coach and former BTA member who scaled a gutter contracting business to $6.5M before joining the coaching side. He currently coaches 25+ contractor businesses and is actively helping them navigate one of the toughest business climates in recent memory.00:00-Intro06:22-Why do we ignore mindset?10:44-Gap versus Gain15:29-Shifting your headspace27:27-Setting activity goals29:35-Implementing the Gain mindset

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Colby McArthur bought Clifton Tree Service at 22 years old and ran it as a solo owner operator for the first year — climbing trees, answering calls with a headset at 100 feet, estimating on weekends. He finished that year at $400K. One year later: $850K. In this episode, Colby breaks down the three things that drove that growth and what he's focused on as he targets $1.3M in 2026.What you'll learn:Why undercharging is the most common and most costly mistake owner operators make — and how to fix it fastThe first hire Colby made that changed everything (hint: it wasn't a climber)How to build an opener/closer sales model even when you're still in the fieldHow Colby uses Claude and ChatGPT to build a pricing tool, estimate from photos, and build SOPsWhat Colby would tell himself at $100K if he could go backTo contact Colby McArthur: colby@cliftontreeservice.com

Black Flag vocalist Max Zanelly shares how she went from waitressing to fronting one of punk's most legendary bands and how the new lineup is carving their own space in legacy of the band. Australian tour tickets and info here. Topics Include: Max Zanelly checks in from Toronto, post-Canada tour Black Flag heading to Australia: four cities in late May One year ago, Max had just started rehearsing with Black Flag Only prior music experience: saxophone in middle school band A longtime fan, Max attended a Black Flag show in Vancouver Greg Ginn noticed Max singing every word from the front row Numbers exchanged; Greg said he wanted to make music someday A month later: the vocalist left, Greg offered Max the role Max sent vocal demos and flew to Texas to rehearse Already knew the full catalog; My War was the gateway album Side two's slow, sludgy tracks resonated the most deeply Favourite songs to perform live New recordings underway, still at early instrumental stages Max currently writing lyrics for a potential new Black Flag record Big age gap with Greg, but the band dynamic gels well Lineup reveal photos triggered massive online backlash before any shows Live shows quickly won skeptics over, including 80s-era veterans Henry Rollins is Max's personal favourite past Black Flag vocalist First rehearsals: nervous and shy about screaming into a mic Fake-it-till-you-make-it; fully unleashed onstage by the fourth show Voice conditioned gradually; 24-hour rest between shows is enough Bassist David sparked Max's interest in record collecting on tour Grew up religious; told mum she was just selling band merch Mum eventually came around; Max now inspiring women to start bands High resolution version of this podcast is available at: www.Patreon.com/VinylGuide Apple: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-ios Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-spot Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/tvg-amazon Support the show at Patreon.com/VinylGuide

Success story time! Host Blake Reed Evans sits down with Heather Meredith and Maegan Moore of Ahead of Hair Salon in Midlothian, Virginia  to unpack how a legacy Summit salon achieved 16.76% growth in 2025 — 23 years into ownership.  It wasn't easy: In their time working together, owner Heather and director of operations Maegan navigated a major walk-out, which led them to evaluate and build more flexibility into staff schedules. They also rennovated their space down the the studs, and revamped their associate program, all with a little help from Summit coach Deb McMahan.  Ahead of Hair is able to offer a matching 401(k) program and offer health insurance.  With a 43-person team including ten mentors, the salon company has worked with Summit to expand their stylist level structure up to Level 10. Listen to learn how they pulled off all that, and more.  Follow Ahead of Hair on Instagram @aohsalon and on Facebook at Ahead of Hair.  Follow Summit Salon Business Center on Instagram @SummitSalon, and on TikTok at SummitSalon. SUMM IT UP is now on YouTube! Watch extended cuts of our interviews at www.youtube.com/@summitunlockedFind host Blake Reed Evans on Instagram @BlakeReedEvans and on TikTok at blakereedevans. His DM's are always open! You can email Blake at bevans@summitsalon.com. Visit us at SummitSalon.com to connect with others in the industry. SUMM IT UP is produced and edited by Andrea Muraskin. The executive producer is Tim Fisk.

Courtney Kneifl (Realtor, Wisconsin) shares how she built a local brand even in a new city/state where she didn't know anybody.

Courtney Kneifl (Realtor, Wisconsin) shares how she built a local brand even in a new city/state where she didn't know anybody.

Morgan is the drummer on the national tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical. Six hundred shows in. Almost quit drumming in high school. Grew up in a small town in Kansas with no real map for any of this. Found her way to NYU, subbed MJ and Yiddish Fiddler simultaneously, and landed a tour that's run nearly two years.Her path is not the one anybody draws up. And the way she talks about trust, subbing, ego, and what actually gets you hired — it's the kind of honesty you don't hear enough of.We also get into:* What she does at the kit during the show that nobody expects — and why it actually works* How studying West African music under Valerie Naranjo at NYU rewired the way she hears everything* The blacklist situation she handled with more integrity than most veterans twice her age* The subbing etiquette mistakes that quietly kill a reputation before it even starts* What she learned about ego, patience, and being comfortable with uncertainty from the people ahead of herEpisode #105 is out now. The video version drops this Friday on YouTube.If this is your first time here — Broadway Drumming 101 is the podcast and resource built for drummers and musicians who want to work in musical theater. New episodes drop regularly. Subscribe so you don't miss the next one.Subscribe to Broadway Drumming 101 on Substack →And if the podcast has helped you — even just one episode — leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It takes two minutes and it's the best way to help other drummers find this. It means more than you know.Clayton Craddock is the drummer for Cats: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre. He is also the founder of Broadway Drumming 101 and the author of Broadway Bound and Beyond: A Musician's Guide to Building a Theater Career.His Broadway credits include Memphis, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Ain't Too Proud, and Cats: The Jellicle Ball, with additional credits spanning tick, tick…BOOM!, The Hippest Trip: The Soul Train Musical, and subbing on Rent, Motown, Evita, Avenue Q, and the Hadestown tour.Clayton has appeared on The View, Good Morning America, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, and the Tony Awards. He has performed with artists ranging from Chuck Berry and Ben E. King to Kristin Chenoweth and Norm Lewis.www.claytoncraddock.com Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe

LinkedIn Company Pages are supposedly dead. So how did AtkinsRéalis grow more than 500,000 followers in under two years?Michelle J Raymond sits down with Holly Kerr (Global Social Media Lead - AtkinsRéalis) to unpack what actually drove the growth, why posting less became part of the strategy, and how employee advocacy evolved into something much bigger than a marketing tactic.This is a practical conversation about what it really takes to grow a modern B2B LinkedIn Company Page in 2026.Key moments in this episode - 00:00 Why this LinkedIn growth story matters01:20 Holly Kerr's role at AtkinsRéalis04:45 What actually grew the Company Page06:40 Why they reduced Company Page posting frequency08:00 Building a LinkedIn Page worth following10:30 Testing LinkedIn content creation without fear14:30 Employee advocacy at scale19:30 Managing competing business requests21:00 The problem with event posts on LinkedIn25:50 Biggest lesson from the journey28:30 LinkedIn newsletter insightsCONNECT WITH MICHELLE J RAYMONDMichelle J Raymond on LinkedInBook a free intro callhttps://socialmediaforb2bgrowthpodcast.com/B2B Growth Co newsletterConnect with Holly Kerr on LinkedInFollow the AtkinsRéalis Company Page#LinkedInCompanyPage #LinkedInB2B #B2BMarketing

In this episode of Retail War Games, I'm joined by John Mansfield, the Chief Operating Officer of Dogtopia. John is a powerhouse operator with an incredible track record of working with world-class, premium brands. From starting his career as a high school junior at Oakley and staying for 15 years, to operational roles at Porsche and fast-casual dining, John has spent his life learning the ultimate power of brand loyalty. Now at the helm of Dogtopia, John pulls back the curtain on how the company executed an explosive growth strategy, scaling from just 28 locations in 2016 to over 275 franchise locations today. We dive deep into what John calls the "childification of dogs," the shift toward predictable, subscription-based recurring revenue, and how they are using custom wearable tech to completely disrupt the pet care market.  

Quick SummaryAdam Morka is the entrepreneur behind Trail Hub, a 142-acre events and recreation destination in Durham Region, Ontario built on the site of a former ski hill. In this episode, Adam breaks down how he drove 170% year-over-year revenue growth using a multi-channel marketing strategy, the hard lessons that came with scaling fast, and why his bet for 2026 is simple: elevate your brand.In This EpisodeHow Adam's background as a professional mountain bike racer and Olympic-athlete coach shaped his entrepreneurial mindsetThe morning routines and calendar blocking habits that keep Adam performing at a high level — even on two hours of sleepWhy content marketing and digital visibility are non-negotiable for any business or professional in 2026The step-by-step marketing strategy behind Trail Hub's triple-digit year-over-year growthWhy event marketing is one of the best ROI-generating strategies available (with a real-world case study from supplement brand BPN)The operational growing pains that come when marketing works too wellAdam's one-word marketing bet for the next 12 months: brand elevationKey TakeawaysSchedule everything that matters. Adam's morning workout, family time, and personal development are all on his calendar — not left to chance. If it's not scheduled, it's not a priority.Marketing results lag behind effort. Trail Hub didn't see significant impact from their revamped digital marketing until 6–12 months after launch. Set realistic expectations and stay consistent.Event marketing pulls double duty. Well-executed events can run at break even or a profit AND generate content and brand awareness that keeps paying off long after the event.More impressions, fewer conversions. Most businesses convert only 2–2.5% of website traffic. Trail Hub hit 10% — but it required 375,000 annual website visits to get there. Volume of impressions matters.Elevate your brand deliberately. Consumers in 2026 are investing in brands they share values with. Get clear on who you are as a brand and constantly raise the bar — your marketing spend becomes more efficient and your customer quality improves.Memorable Quotes"If everything matters, nothing does. If everything is a priority, then nothing is a priority. — Adam Morka (referencing Alex Hormozi)""The standards you hold your organization to are essentially the business you create — the same way the standards you hold yourself to create the life you live. — Adam Morka""Event marketing truly is one of the best marketing spends a business owner can make. If you do it properly, you can run the event at break even or a profit — and you're also getting the content and awareness out of the event itself. — Adam Morka"Resources MentionedLinkedIn: Adam MorkaInstagram: @adammorkaTrail Hub: trailhub.caKelsey's Instagram: @KelseyReidlKelsey's Website: KelseyReidl.comHubSpot — CRM and email marketing platform used at Trail HubBloom — paid media marketing agency (Toronto & Montreal)BPN — supplement company; referenced as an event marketing case studyThe Four Burner Theory — framework for life prioritizationAlex Hormozi — entrepreneur and author; quote referencedAbout the GuestAdam Morka is the driving force behind Trail Hub's explosive growth, bringing over a decade of experience spanning professional mountain bike racing, Olympic-level athlete coaching, and tech company scaling. He joined the family business in May 2023 and has since grown revenue by triple digits year-over-year through a relentless focus on digital marketing and brand building.

Light up that gar' and sit to get your boots done because it is the Thirty Sixth episode of the Kink Kloset!Joining us from Canada is the one and only International Mr Leather 2025, Rene! Grew up in Edmonton Canada, well known around Palm Springs, and now residing in Montreal. Rene is not one to shy away from his nerdiness with both Dungeons & Dragons and video games being fond pastimes during his upbringing. While most gamers strive to be the hero, Rene resonated with the power fantasy of just being a "good person" more focusing on support and ensuring everyone was able to succeed. This moral compass was what helped guide Rene along his kink journey. His mentors helped lay the foundations of education, respect, reflection, growth, and most importantly kindness. These core values are present in every aspect of Rene's kink community from his bootblacking, to educational social media, and how he has conducted himself through his time as a titleholder.Queer communities have been an ever present part of Rene's adult life. The Imperial Court community is where much of Rene's exposure to the queer world began as it introduced him to the local drag scene, amplified his passion for musical theatre, and had crossover with the leather community. Rene describes queer communities as venn diagrams which overlap more than most know. Throughout the years he has heard all of the arguments of why each community is different, yet he believes it is a lot easier to focus on the common threads which bind us together. While traveling the globe as International Mr Leather (IML), he has experienced first hand the harmonious existence of queer communities, especially the various kink subsets, and has been inspired to encourage others to learn from this.Rene feels very humbled and appreciative of the opportunities he has had to amplify the many voices throughout the community. Now winding down his impressive year as IML, he is excited to see how the future bastions of the kink community forge their own paths.

What you'll learn in this episode: Why being “60% right and 40% wrong” can still destroy a business The biggest mistake founders make during customer development Why product-market fit exists on a spectrum—not as a yes/no answer The customer development funnel that creates referrals naturally How to know when your product is ready to scale The danger of building based on your own assumptions instead of customer pain Why entrepreneurs struggle to balance confidence with humility The exact questions to ask customers before investing in growth How Uber Eats generated 33x stronger sales results than average clients Why slowing down can actually help you grow faster About Collin Stewart Founder, CEO, podcast host & failed musician How can he help you? Bootstrapped PR to millions in revenue Built a revenue team to 11 Grew 3 companies from $0–$1M as the only sales hire Hosts a podcast with 120+ episodes Nailed product-market fit but whiffed on building it (and learned a tonne from it) Connect with Collin Stewart: Predictable Revenue Founder's Edition The Terrifying Art Collin Stewart LinkedIn Predictable Revenue Podcast

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, Richard James interviews attorney Katonga Wright, founder of Wright Legal Group and a returning Entrepreneurial Attorney of the Year finalist, about how her firm achieved 398% profit growth by building stronger systems around client communication, team accountability, leadership, and daily execution.Katonga shares how her firm moved from simply chasing growth to engineering it. A shift that changed the way her team communicated with clients, tracked performance, handled meetings, used AI, and created ownership inside the firm.In this episode, you will hear:How law firm owners can improve client communication without adding more staffWhy law firm client update calls create hidden bottlenecks inside your teamWhy client satisfaction is a growth engine for law firm profitabilityHow law firm owners can use AI tools to improve client communication workflowsWhy tracking law firm intake numbers, set rates, show rates, and department metrics mattersWhy transparent law firm performance tracking can improve team ownershipHow to scale a law firm without burning out your staff or breaking the client experienceHow to turn client complaints into client compliments◼️If you are looking for looking to join a community of successful law firm owners, find hiring support, or grow a more stable law firm, we have the resources for you: https://thestaffingroom.com

How a Church of 20 Grew Into a Thriving Ministry in Savannah | Bob Shanks What does it take to help a small church grow again? In this inspiring interview from the Healthy Church Growth Conference in Boston, Rob Skinner sits down with Bob Shanks, leader of the Savannah Church, to talk about faith, sacrifice, vision, and building vibrant churches in smaller cities. Bob shares the incredible story of how the Savannah church grew from around 20 members to more than 50, how a thriving campus ministry is developing, and why he believes small churches can still make a massive impact. The conversation also dives into: The challenge of leading and funding small churches Working part-time at Costco to support the ministry Building ministry alongside family Planting future churches in Hilton Head Raising up leaders instead of limiting people's dreams Why mission must stay at the center of church life This episode is full of practical wisdom, faith-building stories, and vision for the future of church growth. Key Takeaways Small churches can still thrive and grow Campus ministries remain critical for church growth Sacrifice and faith often go hand-in-hand in ministry Mission creates unity and spiritual momentum Every disciple should be developed with leadership vision Church planting starts with strengthening disciples where they already live Memorable Quotes "If we have money, how can we invest it into building the church?" "Mission creates ministry." "I see everybody as a potential leader." "We need a church in every neighborhood." Topics Covered Small church leadership Church planting strategy Campus ministry growth Savannah Church update Hilton Head church vision Faith and sacrifice in ministry Leadership development Multiplying disciples and churches

You've heard "grow your email list" a hundred times. But nobody tells you how to actually do it without posting every day and praying the algorithm cooperates.In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on exactly how I grew my email list by over 200% in 75 days — and not a single bit of it came from social media. It came from something older and more powerful than any platform: relationships.I walk you through the four collaboration types I used, which one drove the most growth (and why), and the unexpected referral chain that led me from my own hosted event straight to a paid sponsorship opportunity I never saw coming. Plus the one thing I now believe is more important to your long-term business growth than any funnel, any content calendar, or any algorithm hack.In this episode:Why podcast guesting alone wasn't moving the needle — and what I did differentlyWhat the Workflow Exchange was, how I built it, and why it outperformed everything elseThe real reason a summit sponsorship converts better than a social ad (hint: it's about trust)How to evaluate a bundle before you say yes — because not every one is worth your timeWhy building relationships might be the single most important business investment you can makeEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS[00:00] The result first: 200% email list growth in 75 days, no social media involved[02:00] The honest starting point — where my list actually was at the end of February[05:00] Why podcast guesting builds credibility but has limits as a list-growth strategy[08:00] The Workflow Exchange: what it was, how I built it, and why ten women's audiences became mine[12:00] The referral that changed everything — and how one relationship led to another[15:00] Summit sponsorship vs. social ads: why borrowed trust converts at a different rate[18:00] Bundles: the most accessible collaboration type and how to know if one is right for you[21:00] The big idea: relationships aren't just a nice-to-have — they're the strategy[24:00] What this means for your list right now, and your one action step this weekKEY TAKEAWAY"List-building isn't a solo project. It's a community project. The relationships bring people to your door — your website has to open it."RESOURCES MENTIONEDThe Workflow Exchange — Jan's hosted collaboration event featuring 10 business women sharing their real workflowsProverbs 27:17 — "Iron sharpens iron"jantouchberry.com — web design and branding for Christian women entrepreneurs who market without socialREADY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?If this episode resonated with you, here's what to do next:Share it with a Christian woman entrepreneur in your life who's tired of feeling like she has to be on social media to grow her business. This show exists for her.Subscribe so you never miss an episode — new episodes drop weekly with practical strategies for growing your business through owned media: your website, your email list, and your podcast.Work with Jan — if you're at the point where you're ready to build the online presence that makes all of this actually convert, Jan designs websites and brands for Christian women entrepreneurs who are done letting social media call the shots. Start the conversation at jantouchberry.com.CONNECT WITH JAN:Here are all the best places and FREE stuff

Strategies for growing on Instagram and Substack, the importance of staying consistent, and leaning into data with Jenn Lueke from Jenn Eats Goood. ----- Welcome to episode 570 of The Food Blogger Pro Podcast! This week on the podcast, Bjork interviews Jenn Lueke. How Jenn Lueke Grew to 1.7 Million Followers with Budget Meal Planning Content Jenn Lueke started Jenn Eats Goood in 2018 as a college student — no strategy, no monetization plan, just a hobby Instagram account she loved running. For five years, growth was slow, but she remained consistent. Then in 2023, something clicked. She leaned into meal planning and budget grocery content, and everything changed. Within a year, she went from stalling in the thousands to crossing one million followers. In this episode, Jenn and Bjork chat about all of it — what finally worked, how she prioritizes data in her content strategy, which platforms she's focusing on right now, and why she now considers her Substack newsletter her number one priority. Three episode takeaways: The importance of leaning into what is working — It took five years of trial and error, learning, experimenting, and testing before Jenn's following on social media started to grow. Her meal planning content really resonated with her audience, so she capitalized on the momentum of the series to grow her community (rather than reinventing the wheel)! How Jenn built her team — Growth brings new challenges, and Jenn is candid about how hard it was to build a team in the beginning and what the division of labor looks like now that she's figured it out. Why Jenn made Substack her number one priority — After just a couple of years, Substack is now the biggest revenue driver in Jenn's business. She and Bjork talk about how she balances free and paid content, what drives growth on Substack, and why it is the most important part of her business right now. Resources: Jenn Eats Goood Liz Moody Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell Q&A: Using Substack as a Food Creator — for Food Blogger Pro members Don't Think About Dinner Follow Jenn on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Substack, and YouTube Join the Food Blogger Pro Podcast Facebook Group Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is sponsored by Clariti. Interested in working with us too? Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and how to get started here. If you have any comments, questions, or suggestions for interviews, be sure to email them to podcast@foodbloggerpro.com. Learn more about joining the Food Blogger Pro community at foodbloggerpro.com/membership.

What does it really take to build a company from one store in Austin, Texas into Whole Foods Market, a global brand with more than 540 stores, $22 billion in annual sales, and a $13.7 billion acquisition by Amazon?John Mackey, co-founder and former CEO of Whole Foods, joins Randall Kaplan to reveal the hard-earned lessons behind entrepreneurship, resilience, fear, failure, raising capital, work ethic, conscious capitalism, and the life-changing moments that shaped one of America's most iconic business founders.Key TakeawaysFear is the biggest limiter of human potential. John explains why fear of failure, fear of judgment, and even fear of success stop people from answering their own “hero's journey.”Failure only becomes failure when you quit. From getting cut from the basketball team to losing money in the early days of Whole Foods, John shows how setbacks can become turning points.No job is beneath you. Dishwashing, bussing tables, bagging groceries, and entry-level work build discipline, humility, work ethic, and service.Entrepreneurs must learn to sell the dream. Whether raising $45,000 from friends and family or pitching venture capitalists on Sand Hill Road, persistence and conviction matter.Business is a community of relationships. The Whole Foods flood taught John that customers, team members, suppliers, investors, and lenders are all stakeholders in a shared mission.About Randall KaplanRandall Kaplan is a serial entrepreneur, investor, professional coach, and the host of In Search of Excellence, where he interviews world-class entrepreneurs, leaders, athletes, entertainers, and high achievers about the habits, failures, mindsets, and preparation behind extraordinary success.Randall is the co-founder of Akamai Technologies, a global leader in cloud services and cybersecurity, and was an early investor in companies including Google. Over the course of his career, he has advised and invested in numerous companies and worked closely with founders, CEOs, executives, business owners, and high performers.Through his Extreme Preparation™ methodology, Randall helps ambitious leaders accelerate success by building the discipline, strategy, mindset, and preparation required to perform at the highest level.If you found value in John Mackey's story, take a moment to like this video, subscribe to In Search of Excellence, and share it with someone building something difficult.Comment below:What lesson from John Mackey's journey resonated with you most—failure, resilience, work ethic, raising capital, or conscious capitalism?Want to Work One-on-One with Me?I coach a small group of high achievers on how to elevate their careers, grow their businesses, and reach their full potential both professionally and personally.If you're ready to change your life and achieve your goals, apply here:www.randallkaplan.com Listen to my Extreme Preparation TEDx Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIvlFpoLfgs Listen to this episode on the go!Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23q0XIC... https://www.randallkaplan.com/ Follow Randall!Instagram: @randallkaplan LinkedIn:  @randallkaplan TikTok:  @randall_kaplan Twitter / X: https://x.com/RandallKaplanWebsite:  www.randallkaplan.com1-on-1 Coaching: www.randallkaplan.comCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn 

Growing on Instagram is one thing. Turning it into real, sustainable revenue? That's a whole different game.In this episode, we sit down with Emily to break down the five strategies that helped her grow quickly on Instagram and build a genuinely loyal audience — not just followers, but people who actually care. She shares how she leveraged that growth to monetize her blog within a year, diversified her income through multiple revenue streams, and made the strategic decision to hire help before burnout derailed her momentum.If you want growth that leads to income — and a business that doesn't exhaust you — this episode is packed with practical insights you can start applying right away.********************************DISCLAIMER: This audio and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of our recommended products, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support our show and allows us to continue to provide you with valuable content. Thank you for your support!********************************ITEMS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEGrocer's ListFULL SHOW NOTEShttps://thesmartinfluencer.com/e268-how-she-grew-fast-on-instagram-and-turned-it-into-real-revenue/CONNECT WITH EMILY CHRISTENSENWebsite Facebook Instagram YouTube TikTokCONNECT WITH CORINNE & CHRISTINAGet notified when new episodes drop Check out our YouTube channelJoin the convo on FacebookConnect on InstagramCOMMENTS, QUESTIONS, RECIPE IDEASEmail us at hello@thesmartinfluencer.comSupport the show

In the fire's heat The log is transformed but does Not become the fire What if the goal isn't to destroy the fire within us, but to learn how to live with it? This episode explores passion, shame, anger, desire, transformation, and the difference between purification and integration. Not becoming less. Not cutting parts of ourselves away. But learning how to carry what burns inside us without letting it consume us. Drawing from Nietzsche, Will and Ariel Durant, personal experience, and poetry, this episode reflects on the possibility that our virtues may grow out of the very things we once feared in ourselves. I'd love to hear what you have to say about the episode including thoughts on the poetry and the topics that were discussed. You can email me at poetdelayed@gmail.com. My books of poetry are availabe for purchase at Amazon.com ["The Ghost of a Beating Heart", "My Mother Sleeps" and "Haiku Village"]()

Please enjoy this preview of our upcoming conversation with Barry Weitz, co-creator and co-executive producer of Movin' On (NBC, 1974-1976), and Kathy Bird, author of Sundance Turns 50: The Amazing Legacy of Movin' On. In this segment Barry discusses his initial inspiration for Movin' On; how he originally envisioned the series as a 10pm show that would cater specifically for adults (and how NBC curtailed that strategy when it moved the show to Tuesdays 8pm); and the many ways in which the earlier time slot proved to be a blessing in disguise.  Our complete conversation with Barry Weitz and Kathy Bird will air in a few weeks on TV Confidential.

Osamu Sekiguchi is a devoted member and leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Japan. Having served in numerous capacities—including as the Mission President of the Japan Sendai Mission and currently as the Asia North Area Family Search Manager—Osamu has a profound perspective on the spiritual and cultural evolution of the Church in the land of the rising sun.I sat down with Osamu in a Tokyo recording studio to explore the rich, and at times challenging, history of the Church in Japan. From the early 1901 mission led by Heber J. Grant to the modern era of five temples, we discuss the unique cultural hurdles Japanese saints have overcome, the incredible sacrifices made to attend the temple, and Osamu's own personal "pioneer trek" across the United States and Europe.Some highlights from this episode include:The Early Struggles and Triumphs: Osamu recounts the history of the first Japanese mission and the "disappointment" of the early years due to language barriers and cultural differences, followed by the post-WWII resurgence of the faith.The Sacrifice for the Temple: Moving stories of early Japanese members who sold their belongings and quit their jobs just to travel to Hawaii for temple ordinances before a temple existed in Asia.A Modern Pioneer Trek: Osamu shares the gruelling yet spiritual journey of taking his family on a 110-day handcart trek from Nebraska to Salt Lake City, followed by an epic bicycle journey from New York to San Francisco.Cultural "Harmony" vs. Conversion: An insight into why conversion can be difficult in Japan, where maintaining social harmony and honouring Shinto or Buddhist traditions often takes precedence over individual religious changes.Elder Stevenson's Call to Serve: When Osamu received his mission call he did not expect to be serving during a global pandemic. His bold leadership proved to be a powerful example of inspired leadership.The Future of the Global Church: Osamu explains his vision of the Church shifting from "International" to "Global"—where the core doctrine remains the same, but local cultures (like Japanese humility and aesthetics) are embraced and celebrated.FamilySearch in Asia: A look at how technology is bridging the gap for members in countries like Korea and Mongolia to find their ancestors and preserve their heritage.Follow For All The Saints on social media for updates and inspiring content:www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspodhttps://www.facebook.com/forallthesaintspod/For All The Saints episodes are released every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVDUQg_qZIU&list=UULFFf7vzrJ2LNWmp1Kl-c6K9Qhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3j64txm9qbGVVZOM48P4HS?si=bb31d048e05141f2https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-all-the-saints/id1703815271If you have feedback or any suggestions for topics or guests, connect with Ben & Sean via hello@forallthesaints.org or DM on InstagramConversations to Refresh Your Faith.For All The Saints podcast was established in 2023 by Ben Hancock to express his passion and desire for more dialogue around faith, religious belief, and believers' perspectives on the topics of our day. Tune into For All The Saints every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.Follow For All The Saints on social media for daily inspiration.

Josh Ferri of Lakeside Decking didn't set out to build decks — he started with a cabinet shop, pivoted when he realized where the real money was, and ended up running one of the most buttoned-up outdoor living companies in the Twin Cities. Mark and Josh dig into the hiring mistakes that come with growing too fast, why Josh tells every single client "I never want to see you again" with a straight face, and how a $750 design fee weeds out the tire kickers before they waste anyone's time. It's a masterclass in running a tight ship in a very crowded trade. Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you're looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life. Sponsors for the Episode:  Pella Website: https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/  Where to find the Guest:  Website: https://lakesidedecking.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lakesidedecking Where to find the Host:  Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/  Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/  Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc

What happens when a field built on healing becomes shaped by money? In this episode, Will revisits a 2020 exploration of the business of wilderness therapy—tracing its evolution from nonprofit, mission-driven roots to a rapidly expanding, privately funded industry. From early non-profits programs to the rise of private-pay models in the 1980s and the explosive growth fueled by outside investment, this episode examines how financial forces didn't just support wilderness therapy—they fundamentally shaped its direction, priorities, and structure. And what happens when that money leaves? In a candid reflection recorded in 2026, Will revisits his earlier assumptions and confronts what's changed: the collapse of programs tied to venture capital, the shrinking of industry organizations, and the loss of research funding that once legitimized the field. As closures in recent years have come faster and more abruptly than in past downturns, this episode asks a difficult question—can a field rooted in care and connection survive the realities of a risk-averse, profit-driven system? This podcast is supported by White Mountain Adventure Institute (wmai.org), offering adventure inspired retreats and coaching for men and facilitated by Will White.  

Over the last six months, Health Launchpad has seen inbound meetings grow by 89% year over year, direct and referral traffic increase by 3.6x, and session engagement run 35% longer from AI-sourced visitors. Perhaps most telling, prospects are regularly showing up to first calls already familiar with who they are and what they do, because they were found through ChatGPT or Claude, not through Google or any outbound campaign. On this episode, host Adam Turinas sits down with Mark Erwich, our Chief Strategy Officer, to walk through exactly how we got here and what you can do to see similar results. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

In this Sales POP! Expert Insight Interview, Jessica Rhodes, Founder of Interview Connections, explains why she dismantled her sales team after six years and how founder-led selling restored client fit, retention, and company cohesion at the world's first podcast booking agency. Learn more at https://interviewconnections.com/.

Download your free personalized $100M scaling roadmap in under 30 seconds: ⁠https://www.acquisition.com/roadmap?el=yt-alex-486r&htrafficsource=youtube⁠ Luis runs an online railing store earning millions in revenue. A year ago, 81% of his customers came from a single traffic source, his data attribution was completely broken, and he had nothing to show for his agency fees. Alex laid out a step-by-step system to double margins, triple leads, and build a customer base that kept coming back. One year later, Luis reported 44% revenue growth and a fundamentally different business model.In this episode00:00 Introduction to Luis's railing e-commerce business02:42 Live Google ad account review05:36 Optimize for DIY and custom orders07:26 One-step sales funnel and closing calls10:40 VSL structure and hook ideas15:09 Email nurture framework and custom orders funnel21:55 One-year results recap and key takeawaysMore Value:Join The Live Scaling Workshop In Las Vegas: ⁠https://www.acquisition.com/o-vegas⁠ Download your free personalized $100M scaling roadmap in under 30 seconds: ⁠https://www.acquisition.com/roadmap?el=yt-alex-486r&htrafficsource=youtube⁠ Discover The Easiest Business I Can Help You Start (Free Trial): ⁠https://www.skool.com/hormozi⁠ Free Books and Video Courses: ⁠https://www.acquisition.com/training⁠ Get the $100M Book Bundle: ⁠https://shop.acquisition.com/pages/100m-book-bundle⁠ Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube ⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Acquisition ⁠DISCLOSURE Information shared here is for educational purposes only. Individuals and business owners should evaluate their own business strategies, and identify any potential risks. The information shared here is not a guarantee of success. Your results may vary. Copyright © 2026.

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