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You don't own your followers. You own your list. Every platform you're on is rented — the landlord can change the rules or close the door anytime. Your email list is the one audience nobody can take from you. The good news: it doesn't have to be huge. Three hundred of the right people is enough to run a real art business — which is exactly why you want three thousand, then thirty thousand, then three hundred thousand. This is the foundational one: why email matters, the creative ways to capture it, and the latest tradecraft. Almost no artists do this well. (We covered why the basics outlast everything in The Long Game — this is the basics, weaponized.) The unlock isn't new places. It's the places you're already standing — the booth, the bio link, the DM, the box you're shipping, the car in your driveway. Every one is a capture opportunity you're wasting. In this episode: The trifecta — phone, email, snail mail — and why email is the cheapest and easiest one to own Hobbyist or business? The honest cut, and why every opportunity is an email-capture opportunity The four online venues: your website (footer to popup to content upgrades), bio links, DMs, and comments The 11–15 second popup rule — the delay that converts at 6.45%, and why a zero-second popup kills it The Birthday Club, the new favorite opt-in: some people are birthday people, and if they are, they love it (3–4x) Just ask, then shut up — the DM play most artists never run The three offline venues: in-person events, the QR-code layer, and direct mail The clipboard and the fishbowl — $0 plays that are 150 years old and still work QR car magnets — the hero play nobody in art is running yet (about $35 a pair) Direct mail at $0.40 a piece — your art in 1,000 mailboxes around your gallery for less than a Meta ad The compounding math — how the basics become $800K–$1M over ten years Wyland and Gray Malin run this at the highest level — get on their lists and watch (see POD and Samples) This week's homework: pick three tactics. One online, one offline, and one you'd never have considered. Set them up by Friday. Then reply or DM me your three — I read every single one. Resources mentioned: Art Storefronts — the storefront engine for working artists Linktree — a bio-link service that turns your one link into a mini-website Sticker Mule car magnets — for the QR car-magnet play GotPrint — EDDM direct-mail postcards, ~$0.40 a piece Wyland and Gray Malin — get on their lists for the master class Related episodes: The Long Game — Why Your Website Will Still Be Working in 2055 POD and Samples — What Wyland and Gray Malin Actually Do The Gallery Test — Should Artists List Prices on Their Website? All Oars In — The Anatomy of a Sale So pick your three. A clipboard on the table, a real opt-in in your bio, a magnet on the car. You don't have to run every play — just start capturing in the places you're already standing. Followers are rented. The list is yours. All roads lead to email. Stay Up To Date With The Latest https://linktr.ee/artmarketingpodcast

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Je hebt geen visitekaartje. Geen website. Geen KvK-nummer. Maar je hebt wel een oog. En soms, vaker dan je denkt, maak jij de foto die de professional had willen maken. Dat is geen toeval. Dat is wat er gebeurt als je fotografeert puur omdat je het wil, zonder de druk van een deadline, een klant of een rekening die betaald moet worden. Vrijheid maakt iets los.De professional heeft iets wat jij niet hebt: een opdracht. En jij hebt iets wat hij soms kwijt is: de lol. Niet omdat professionals geen passie meer hebben, maar omdat geld, verwachtingen en klanten nu eenmaal meespelen. Jij stapt naar buiten omdat je ernaar uitkijkt. Dat zie je terug in je foto's. Dus stop met sorry zeggen voor je camera, je lens of je gebrek aan diploma. Je fotografievrienden Niels en Michiel zeggen het gewoon: jij doet het hartstikke goed.

In the Riverside booth at NAB in Las Vegas, Danielle Baxter, Business Development Representative, explains how the platform supports podcasting, video interviews, webinars, testimonials, and live streams. She covers options like local recording, separate audio and video tracks, browser-based guest access, built-in editing, branding, captions, producer mode, and flexible plans for solo creators and businesses.  Show Notes: Chapters: 00:02 NAB 2026 introduction00:27 Riverside's expansion beyond podcasting01:03 Bridging the gap between conferencing and production01:43 Built-in editing, branding, captions, and clips02:02 Matching Riverside tools to different creator needs02:44 Desktop, mobile, and browser-based guest workflow03:04 Local recording and separate audio/video tracks04:32 Guest access through links and mobile app options04:47 Live streaming, webinars, and clickable lower thirds05:32 Hardware and browser requirements06:09 Handling storms, power issues, and connectivity interruptions07:01 Producer mode and behind-the-scenes direction07:37 Exporting isolated files for editing08:38 Hobbyist and business pricing options10:00 Where to learn more about Riverside Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:     http://macvoices.com      Twitter:     http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner     http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:     https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:     http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:     https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes     Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

In the Riverside booth at NAB in Las Vegas, Danielle Baxter, Business Development Representative, explains how the platform supports podcasting, video interviews, webinars, testimonials, and live streams. She covers options like local recording, separate audio and video tracks, browser-based guest access, built-in editing, branding, captions, producer mode, and flexible plans for solo creators and businesses.  Show Notes: Chapters: 00:02 NAB 2026 introduction 00:27 Riverside's expansion beyond podcasting 01:03 Bridging the gap between conferencing and production 01:43 Built-in editing, branding, captions, and clips 02:02 Matching Riverside tools to different creator needs 02:44 Desktop, mobile, and browser-based guest workflow 03:04 Local recording and separate audio/video tracks 04:32 Guest access through links and mobile app options 04:47 Live streaming, webinars, and clickable lower thirds 05:32 Hardware and browser requirements 06:09 Handling storms, power issues, and connectivity interruptions 07:01 Producer mode and behind-the-scenes direction 07:37 Exporting isolated files for editing 08:38 Hobbyist and business pricing options 10:00 Where to learn more about Riverside Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

There's a town in Texas called Round Top. Population eighty-seven. One square mile. And in that town, an artist named John Lowry sold a single painting for $141,500. (We toured his gallery on YouTube — link's right there in his name. Watch it before or after this episode.) That's the headline. Here's the part nobody tells you: he then sold roughly $60,000 more in reproductions of that same image. Same painting. Different mediums, different sizes, different price points. One image, two hundred grand. That is not luck. That is not a once-in-a-lifetime fluke. That is a system. And the same system is what Gray Malin uses to run a 4,156-SKU catalog with 221 variants of certain images. The same system is what Wyland — yes, that Wyland — uses to sell 972 products across 45 different mediums, raising prices roughly 10% a year for the last sixteen years. This episode deconstructs the engine that makes all of that possible. Print on Demand and the sample ladder aren't two ideas. They're one engine. The artists at the top of this business have figured that out. Most artists haven't. We're going to fix that today. But first — a quick rant about what gets in the way. In this episode: The $141,500 painting in a town of 87 people — and why the second sale is the lesson The knife salesman pivot: why Print on Demand is a sample tool first, a profit tool second Hobbyist or business? The honest question every artist has to answer The Drain — four ideas clogging up most art businesses (you can't run a business / you can't run sales or marketing campaigns / you can't be perceived a certain way / never discount your work) — and why every pro you admire threw all four of them out Why we study the masters: you studied Van Gogh and Ansel Adams in art school. Time to study the people doing it best in the business of art. Gray Malin, deconstructed: 4,156 SKUs, 16-year escalator, 221 variants of single images. What an artist with a real engine looks like under the hood. Wyland, deconstructed: 972 products across 45 mediums. The 10%-a-year price escalator that compounds for decades. The catalog as a museum gift shop. The Range Unlock: your catalog isn't N images. It's N images × M mediums × P price points. Most artists are sitting on 100x more inventory than they think. Same image. Every price point. Why this is the single most important sentence in your art business. The bottom rung IS the sample: a $20 mug isn't a giveaway, it's a customer-acquisition machine wearing a price tag The Buc-ee's flex: how the cheap stuff at the front door funds the expensive stuff at the back wall John Lowry, the customer mirror: an Art Storefronts customer in a one-square-mile Texas town doing exactly what Malin and Wyland do — at his scale. Proof this isn't a billionaire-only game. (Watch the full studio tour on YouTube.) "You don't sell JPEGs" — the Brooks rant about why a digital file is not a product, and what the pros actually sell How the Six Basics from The Long Game show up — receipt by receipt — in all three of these businesses The artichoke storage room (you'll know what this means by the end) This week's homework: audit your own catalog the way we just audited Malin and Wyland. Take your top 5 best-selling images. Count how many mediums you currently offer them in. Count how many price points. Now ask: could I responsibly add three more variants of each, this week, with Print on Demand? If the answer is yes — and it almost always is — you just found revenue you already earned but haven't collected yet. Resources mentioned: John Lowry of Humble Donkey Studio — the full video tour on YouTube (the original 2024 interview referenced throughout this episode) Humble Donkey Studio — John Lowry's website Humble Donkey on Instagram Gray Malin — the catalog we deconstruct Wyland — the other catalog we deconstruct Art Storefronts — the website + storefront engine built for working artists Related episodes: Why Your Website Will Still Be Working in 2055 — The Long Game (the parent episode this one builds on) Humble Donkey Studio — the original John Lowry interview, July 2024 All Oars In — The Anatomy of a Sale Nothing New Under the Sun — The Rules That Actually Sell Art So: which 78-year-old version of yourself wins? The one still asking what to post on social media, or the one running a real engine — same image, every price point, compounding every year? You don't have to be in a billionaire's neighborhood to do this. You can be in Round Top, Texas. Population 87. The engine doesn't care where you live. It cares whether you build it.

Baking as a hobby has more layers than we thought.Hobbyist bakers/artists/creatives Ashleigh and Lena help us explore how bakers have been breaking down barriers--and baking their way out of the box.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the business you love physically can't come with you? In this episode, Andi sits down with Cindy Bader of Patterns on the Prairie to talk about building - and rebuilding - a quilting business around the realities of your life.Cindy started quilting as a first-generation quilter on a $60 Walmart Singer that she had to spin the flywheel to start. Nearly two decades ago, worsening carpal tunnel pushed her out of a desk job and into a computerized longarm business she ran from home while raising three kids. Then COVID opened the door to snowbirding - and she hit a new wall: you can't exactly pack up a twelve-foot longarm frame and take it to Texas.So she pivoted again. Inspired by a 2:00 a.m. idea, Cindy started designing what she calls mosaic applique - fusible applique patterns with small gaps between the pieces, pre-reversed templates, color-sorted layouts, and a numbered reference page so customers can build each design from the center out like a puzzle. She recently added SVG files for cutting machines and uses a hotfix adhesive that stays permanent through washing, so there's no stitching around every little piece.If you've ever felt boxed in by the physical or seasonal limits of your current quilting business, this conversation is a reminder that the constraint often points directly at your next move.Don't miss an episode! Like, comment, and subscribe for more quilting stories, tips, and industry insights.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Cindy's Background02:20 Cindy's First Quilt and Early Sewing Memories03:17 Transition from Hobbyist to Business Owner05:47 Starting a Business During Carpal Tunnel Challenges08:35 Discovering Quilt Pattern Design and Expanding Horizons10:32 Introduction to Mosaic Applique Patterns12:54 Design Process and Customer Pain Points14:31 Innovative Application Techniques and Tools15:30 Teaching and Sharing Patterns in Person and Online16:42 Marketing Strategies and Word of Mouth17:35 Family Support and Tech Skills in Business21:41 Upcoming Events and New Pattern Releases22:16 Where to Find Cindy and Her Patterns23:03 Rapid Fire: Favorite Quilt Colors and Pattern Ideas33:01 Closing Remarks and ThanksConnect with Cindy:Website: https://patternsontheprairie.comInstagram: @patternsontheprairieFacebook: @patternsontheprairieYouTube: @patternsontheprairieWant More Quilting Business Content?

In this episode of Housing Unpacked, Tom is joined by Louisa Sedgwick, managing director of mortgages at buy-to-let specialist lender Paragon Bank to explore the Renters' Rights Act and what it really means for landlords and tenants. They discuss her involvement lobbying two separate governments on issues like the end of Section 21, the shift to periodic tenancies, tighter controls around asking rents, and why well‑intentioned reforms may squeeze supply, push rents higher, and disadvantage more vulnerable renters. The conversation also explores the recent mortgage market shock caused by the Middle East conflict and the looming challenge of meeting new energy efficiency standards.⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠ to Tom Bill's UK Residential Outlook, for all the latest properties, exclusive market analysis, news and data. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is part one of a two-part recap!Hobbyist drag queens are almost murdered on Below Deck Down Under when someone poisons them with dish soap. Will they survive this or with the yacht be left a graveyard of lifeless straw weaves and body glitter? To watch this recap on video, listen to our bonus episodes, and get ad free listening, go to Patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens. Find bonus episodes at patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens and follow us on Instagram @watchwhatcrappens @ronniekaram @benmandelker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out today's guest at ⁠Plane Wellness ⁠If you want to support on⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email ⁠questions@workshoptherapypodcast.com⁠ Tamara's Professional Magazine - https://mslbd.org/what-we-do/rethinking-behavior/rethinking-behavior.htmlBooks We RecommendCrucial Conversations  ⁠https://amzn.to/4kS5Bow⁠ Atomic Habits By James Clear ⁠https://amzn.to/4fO0O5F⁠ Essentialism By Greg McKeown - ⁠https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD⁠Effortless By Greg McKeown- ⁠https://amzn.to/4djdHmC⁠Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0zCheck out the social medias⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠www.TamaraHatch.ca⁠In this engaging interview, Jamie Harpster, President and CEO of Plain Wellness, shares how woodworking can be a powerful tool for mental health, community building, and personal empowerment. Discover how their nonprofit offers accessible courses for adults and veterans, and learn about the transformative impact of craft on well-being.

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If you think going viral is the key to success, this episode might completely change the way you see your content and your business. In this episode, I'm breaking down why your content is already good enough—and why the real thing holding you back is your mindset. Listen in as I walk you through the three internal shifts that separate hobby content creators from full-time CEOs who build real income and long-term wealth. This isn't about working harder or chasing trends. It's about thinking differently, stepping into leadership, and finally running your content like a business.   Today's episode is brought to you by Cookie Finance: Are you a content creator making money online but still guessing when it comes to taxes, write-offs, or setting up your business the right way? Creators work way too hard to feel stressed and confused about their finances. If you're earning income from brand deals, digital products, or affiliate marketing and you're ready to feel organized, confident, and actually supported by a team who understands this industry—then you need to check out Cookie Finance. Cookie Finance is built specifically for content creators and offers everything from LLC setup to full-service bookkeeping and tax strategy as your income grows. Stop guessing. Start treating your creator brand like the real business it is. Try Cookie: thrivetogether.blog/cookie   Find It Quickly: 00:00 - Hobby to CEO Mindset 01:52 - Shift 1: Trust Systems 02:33 - Virality Without Strategy 05:51 - Shift 2: Business Owner 07:11 Step Back and Strategize 08:27 - Shift 3: What Works for Me 10:26 - CEO Hour Weekly Habit 12:36 - Decide to Run a Business   Mentioned in this Episode: Boldfluence  

An Duong, a former Rolls-Royce innovation manager working on 3D printed aeroengines, made an unexpected shift from aerospace to entrepreneurship. The work was challenging and engaging, and he very much enjoyed his time at the company. But a side project creating desktop material extrusion models for display has now become his full-time job. We talk to An about his journey so far, how he makes his models, how he distributes them, and whether he can make a living from his company, Morethan3D. This episode of the 3DPOD is brought to you by Siemens. With AI-enabled technologies, deep-domain expertise, and trusted partnerships, Siemens is converting today's technological leaps into measurable benefits for customers, partners, and society. AI is no longer a feature; it's a force that will reshape the next century.  

Jack Westhoeve vertelt in het radioprogramma Op de Hoagte over zijn hobby: het houden van reptielen, spinnen en schorpioenen. Zijn fascinatie begon al in zijn jeugd en groeide uit tot een verzameling van tientallen terraria in zijn woning. Met presentaties op scholen en evenementenprobeert hij het negatieve beeld rondom deze dieren te veranderen. Volgens Westhoeve zijn reptielen en spinachtigen vaak onbegrepen en helemaal niet zogevaarlijk als veel mensen denken. De dieren vragen wel specifieke verzorging en een goed ingericht terrarium. Voor hem zijn het vooral “kijkdieren” waarvan het gedrag fascinerend is om te observeren.

Wir widmen uns ab nun regelmäßig und im Schwerpunkt einer der vielen Hobbysäulen. Malen, Basteln, Sammeln, Fluf... jeder Hobbyist hat andere Schwerpunkte im Hobby, einen anderen Fokus und (Hass-)Lieben. Das macht unser Hobby aus, das macht es für uns so schön und doch kann dies auch Frust bedeuten, wenn man zum Beispiel lieber Malen möchte, aber ohne den Zusammenbau nicht starten kann. Wenn man am Wochenende bei einem Turnier antreten möchte, aber noch diverse Einheiten bemalen muss, und und und...

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop sits down with Andre Oliveira, founder of Splash N Color, a bootstrapped 3D printing e-commerce business selling consumer goods on Amazon. The two cover a lot of ground — from how Andre went from running 40 FDM printers out of South Florida to offshoring manufacturing to China, to how he's using Claude Code to automate inventory management and generate supplier RFQs across 200+ SKUs. The conversation stretches into bigger territory too: the San Francisco AI scene, the rise of AI agents and what they mean for the future of the internet, whether local on-device AI will eventually replace cloud-based tools, and why building physical products will stay hard long after software becomes easy. It's a candid, wide-ranging conversation between two self-taught builders figuring things out in real time. Follow Andre on X: @AndreBaach.Timestamps00:00 — Andre introduces Splash N Color, his Amazon-based 3D printing e-commerce business and explains the grind of running 40 FDM machines in South Florida.05:00 — The conversation shifts to Claude Code and how Andre built an inventory automation system to manage sales velocity and RFQs across 200+ SKUs.10:00 — Stewart and Andre compare notes on Opus 4.6, debate Codex vs Claude, and Andre breaks down the new Agent Teams feature in Claude Code.15:00 — Discussion turns to the San Francisco AI scene, the viral OpenClaw launch event that drew 700 people, and what's capturing the city's imagination right now.20:00 — The pair wrestle with data privacy, the illusion of it since 2000, and whether full transparency of personal data might actually serve people better.25:00 — Stewart pitches his vision of local on-device AI replacing cloud tools entirely, and they debate the 10–15 year timeline for mainstream societal adoption.30:00 — Andre traces his origin story: a high school dropout from Brazil who spotted a 3D printing opportunity on Facebook Marketplace and got lucky timing with COVID.35:00 — They explore whether AI-generated 3D models and DfAM will automate physical manufacturing, and why proprietary specs keep the space stubbornly hard.Key InsightsLifestyle businesses deserve more respect. Andre spent months feeling inadequate scrolling through Twitter watching founders announce funding rounds, before realizing his cash-flowing, location-independent business was already the goal. The social media version of entrepreneurial success warped his perception of what he actually had built.Claude Code is becoming an operating system. Stewart describes running Claude Code as having a second OS on top of MacOS — one that makes the underlying machine legible in ways it never was before. Both guests use it not just for coding but as a primary interface for understanding and operating their businesses.Agent Teams changes how work gets done. Andre explains that Claude's new multi-agent feature lets you assign a team lead and specialized roles that communicate with each other in parallel, essentially running an autonomous task force inside your terminal — a meaningful leap beyond single-instance prompting.Physical manufacturing will stay hard. Even as AI-generated 3D models improve, tolerances of 0.5 millimeters can mean the difference between a product working or not. Design for manufacturing is a separate discipline from design itself, and proprietary specs mean open source models rarely hit commercial quality.The internet is heading toward agents. Both guests agree that AI agents will increasingly handle tasks humans currently do manually online — booking services, making payments, coordinating logistics — with the human internet potentially becoming secondary to a machine-to-machine layer.Iteration is the real value of 3D printing. Andre pushes back on 3D printing as a business unto itself, framing it instead as a prototyping tool. The true value is rapid iteration on housing, tolerances, and fit — not the printer, but the speed of the feedback loop it enables.Technology compounds in layers. Andre closes with a tech-tree analogy: each generation normalizes the tools of the previous one and builds the next layer on top. Agentic coding today is what the internet was in the 90s — the foundation for something we can't yet fully see.

Story time! I'm sharing a personal story from my early triathlon days that still shapes how I coaches lifters today. What started as a scary open-water swim became a powerful lesson about progress, patience, and why perfection is not required to move forward. In this episode, you'll reframe how you think about missed workouts, imperfect weeks, and all-or-nothing thinking in fitness. If you've ever felt like skipping one session meant you blew it, this episode offers a grounding reminder: that forward progress counts, even when it doesn't look pretty. What you'll learn in this episode: Why stopping completely doesn't get you any closer to your goals – but imperfect effort does How all-or-nothing thinking quietly sabotages long-term strength training consistency What "just keep swimming" really looks like inside a lifting program Why flexibility is a skill – not a lack of discipline How minimum effective effort can keep momentum alive during hard seasons What strength training consistency actually looks like for women over 40 Enjoyed this episode and want more?  If this episode resonates and you're ready to stop guessing in the gym, you can try a free sample of Strong with Steph, my progressive strength training program built specifically for women over 40 who want structure and flexibility. Try 7 days free at https://stephgaudreau.com/workout  If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who's lifting (or thinking about starting), and make sure you're subscribed to Fuel Your Strength so you don't miss future episodes like this one.

Many podcasters and content creators wait until tax season to look at the numbers, only to realize they've missed vital deductions or have no idea where their income is actually going. This financial fog leads to poor business decisions and unnecessary stress. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Alesia Galati sits down with Ralph Estep Jr., the "Content Creator's Accountant," to discuss how to build a sustainable accounting system for your brand. We dive into the best software for tracking business expenses, the reality of transitioning to a daily podcast, and why your financial health is just as important as your download numbers. This week, episode 265 of Podcasting Unlocked is about financial tracking and tax strategies for content creators! Ralph Estep Jr. is a Public Accountant with over 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs build profitable businesses. As host of The Content Creator's Accountant, he teaches content creators how to handle taxes, manage irregular income, and structure their businesses properly so they can keep more of what they earn and scale with confidence.In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Ralph Estep Jr. is sharing the importance of setting up a financial system as early as you can and actionable steps you can take right now to manage your money responsibility as a podcaster or content creator.Ralph and I also chat about the following: Implement a Real-Time Tracking System: Learn why starting your financial tracking today, using professional software rather than simple spreadsheets, is the only way to make informed business decisions throughout the year.The Daily vs. Weekly Cadence Debate: Discover how to evaluate if a higher frequency is right for your audience and your business goals, and the batch recording strategies needed to survive it.Identify Leaky Buckets in Your Budget: We discuss the common places where podcasters lose money, from unused software subscriptions to failing to plan for tax season.Transitioning from Hobbyist to Business Entity: Understand the importance of separating your personal and professional finances to protect your assets and simplify your growth as a content creator.Your podcast's impact is limited if your finances are in disarray. This week, take 15 minutes to audit your last month of business expenses and identify one subscription you no longer need.Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Podcasting Unlocked at https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-unlocked/ CONNECT WITH RALPH ESTEP JR:The Content Creator's AccountantWebsiteCONNECT WITH ALESIA GALATI:InstagramLinkedInWork with Galati Media! Work with Alesia 1:1Free Download: 15 Ways to Improve Your Podcast Proud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective.

Six-figure podcast revenue is possible without millions of downloads — and Anika Jackson proves it. The top 1.5% global podcast host built her indie show into a monetization machine, and now she's breaking down exactly how she did it. Most podcasters quit after eight episodes. Anika didn't — and the gap between those who quit and those who cash in comes down to strategy, not celebrity status. In this episode, you'll get her complete podcast business model: the real download numbers that attract ad networks, why she turned down Patreon in favor of smarter revenue streams, and how agentic AI tools are compressing 10-hour research tasks into two minutes. You'll walk away knowing: how to evaluate podcast networks before you need them, the guest promotion system that grows your audience on someone else's budget, why Pinterest outperforms most social platforms for podcast discoverability, and the exact team structure — editor first, always — that prevents burnout and scales production. Anika also unpacks the personal brand vs. business brand decision every podcaster faces, and why your YouTube strategy could make or break your monetization trajectory. Built for entrepreneurs who want to turn their expertise into a sustainable content business.

Jennifer shares a down-to-earth nerd-out she’s held since childhood. Sandra Wong with Jennifer Chow.

Are you an artist trying to figure out your path? In this episode, I break down the 4 types of artistic careers—and which ones actually get you paid. Whether you're just starting or deep in your journey, this will give you clarity on the lifestyle you want to build and how to get there.

HT2527 - Master or Accomplished Hobbyist It's been my experience that most photographers desire success in one form or another. Yes, they want to make good pictures, but for most it goes further than that. For some that means being praised by one's peers. For others, there are loftier goals. Has it ever occurred to you that most of the photographers we now think of as "masters" were accomplished hobbyists in their own time? What makes them MASTERS? This RSS feed includes only the most recent seven Here's a Thought episodes. All of them — over 2500 and counting! — are available to members of LensWork Online. Try a 30-day membership for only $10 and discover the literally terabytes of content about photography and the creative process. Show your appreciation for our free weekly Podcast and our free daily Here's a Thought… with a donation Thanks!

Is the real estate "hobbyist" era officially over? In this episode of the SLO County Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Daniel Steuve and Lindsey Goia from Equity Union to pull back the curtain on a shifting industry. We dive into a startling national statistic: out of 1.5 million agents, 70% failed to sell a single home last year. We discuss why the "easy" post-COVID market has disappeared and why professional systems and experienced teams are now more critical than ever. In this episode, we cover: 0:00 – Meet Griffindor the dog and the Equity Union team. 1:45 – Super Bowl talk: From the Seahawks' odds to the 49ers/Seahawks rivalry. 3:12 – Current Market Sentiment: Why the "waiting game" is a dangerous strategy. 4:50 – Interest Rates vs. Inventory: What's driving buyers back to the fence? 6:15 – The 70% Stat: A reality check on the national agent success rate. 7:45 – The Death of the "Hobbyist" Agent: Why experience matters in a complex market. 10:10 – The Power of the Team: Advice for new agents entering the field. 11:35 – Transaction Horror Stories: Dealing with $120k water damage and broken sewer lines. 13:20 – Shifting the Paradigm: Why 6% interest is actually "good" compared to history. 14:45 – The Insurance Crisis: Navigating $15,000 "Fair Plan" quotes in fire-prone areas. 16:30 – AI and Market Dominance: How tech is validating local expertise. Whether you are a first-time buyer nervous about current rates or a seasoned agent navigating a complex closing environment, this episode provides the data-driven reality check you need. The SLO County Real Estate Podcast. Subscribe to Team Sweasey and become one of the 100-thousand subscribers who watch it on YouTube, or listen to the commute-friendly audio version wherever you listen to podcasts. Teamsweasey.com California DRE #01111911

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Send us a textIs competition the only measure of skill in martial arts—or is there more to the journey?In this episode, we break down the competitor vs hobbyist debate and challenge the idea that titles define standards. Drawing from years of competition, coaching, and running a Judo club, we explore how effort, consistency, and mindset matter more than medals. Whether you train to compete, train for life, or train to grow, this conversation is about respecting different paths while holding high standards on and off the mat.This episode sets the tone for the New Year—focused on growth, humility, and what it truly means to walk the martial arts path.“Today's episode is brought to you by Sambo Nation — the home of world-class Sambo right here in the United States.Sambo Nation has clubs worldwide, with active athletes competing at every level of Sambo, from beginners all the way to elite international competitors. They've produced multiple Regional, National, and International Champions, raising the standard for American Sambo.They've also hosted the largest Sambo Training Camp This episode is sponsored by South Texas Judo — now officially partnered with Sambo Nation as South Texas Judo / Sambo Nation San Antonio.We're building one of the strongest grappling communities in Texas with programs for everyone.We offer traditional Judo classes, dedicated Women's-Only Judo, high-energy Kids Judo, and our dynamic No-Gi Judo program.And now — we've added Sambo classes through our collaboration with Looking for a smartwatch that's built for a warrior's life?I've been rocking the Raptor Pro by ALPHA GEAR, and I can honestly say—it works awesome. It's not just another smartwatch. It's a durable tactical beast designed to handle everything from training to the grind of daily life.What I love most is that ALPHA GEAR doesn't cut corners—they've got multiple models, each with features built for real-world tacSupport the show

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"As soon as you start doing something for money, whether you like it or not. It's gonna change."Podcasting expert and host of Smarter Podcasting Niall Mackay is interviewed by Samantha an AI Voice powered by ChatGPT.Niall shares his journey from being an avid podcast listener to becoming a successful podcaster himself. He candidly discusses the challenges of podcasting, strategies for attracting and retaining an audience, and the future of the industry. Niall's wealth of experience and practical advice make this a must-listen for aspiring and experienced podcasters alike.Niall delves into the transition from hobby to profession, emphasizing how money changes the dynamics of podcasting. He also explores the importance of consistency, authenticity, and community-building in establishing a dedicated following. Additionally, Niall shares his thoughts on the impact of video integration and offers monetization strategies for podcasters.Key Takeaways:- Appreciate the time commitment required for podcasting, and consider outsourcing tasks like editing to save time.- Consistency and being true to yourself are crucial for building a dedicated audience.- Engage with your audience where they are, and provide value beyond just promoting your episodes.- Sponsorships and Patreon are viable monetization strategies, but don't expect quick riches from podcasting.- Video integration is the future of podcasting, but audio should remain the primary focus.Send us a textEmail me (niall@sevenmillionbikes.com) or contact me on Seven Million Bikes Podcasts Facebook or Instagram to book your free Podcast Audit!Thanks to James Mastroianni from The Wrong Side Of Hollywood for the endorsement! Sign up for Descript now! Need a stunning new logo for your brand? Or maybe a short animation?Whatever you need, you can find it on Fiverr.I've been using Fiverr for years for everything from ordering YouTube thumbnails, translation services, keyword research, writing SEO articles to Canva designs and more!

In this episode, we unpack how the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) used its magazine to point cat owners toward insured, trained, professional sitters—despite a season sponsored by a gig-app. We explore why that subtle editorial stance signals a cultural shift and how it aligns with PSI's new global standards. We share what owners are now encouraged to ask: insurance, medical competence, meet-and-greets, backups, and referrals. We also name the gaps (team-based models and continuing education) while celebrating a rising floor for industry expectations. Main topics: CFA's pro-sitter stance PSI global standards synergy Hobbyist vs. professional framing Outcome-based feline care Owner questions that matter Main Takeaway Quote: “This is how cultural change happens—not through laws first, but through language.” When the Cat Fanciers' Association tells cat owners to hire insured, trained, professional sitters, it changes everything. It raises the public expectation for what ‘good care' really means and validates the professionals who've been setting those standards for years. On this week's Pet Sitter Confessional, we talk about why that shift matters, how it connects with PSI's new global standards, and why professionalism—not convenience—is winning the long game in pet care. Links: Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA): https://cfa.org  Cat Talk magazine (CFA publication) — article referenced: “Choosing the Right Cat Sitter”: https://cfa.org/cat-talk/choosing-the-right-cat-sitter/  Pet Sitters International (PSI) — Global Standards: https://www.petsit.com  (see Global Standards) Meowtel: https://www.meowtel.com Check out our Starter Packs See all of our discounts! Check out ProTrainings Code: CPR-petsitterconfessional for 10% off

   VALUE FOR VALUE Thank you to the Bowl After Bowl Episode 408 Producers: SircussMedia, Sharky, harvhat, ChadF, Boolysteed, PermaNerd, cottongin, lavish, ericpp, piranesi, Wiirdo Send analog goodies to:  PO Box 410154 Kansas City, MO 64141 Intro/Outro: Three Chain Links - Resetting the Grid (YouTube)  The Great Unthinking Manhattan Miasma FIRST TIME I EVER... Bowlers called in about the First Time They Ever seen't a ghost. Next week we want to hear about the First Time YOU Ever did a hayride.  TOP THREE 33 Male migrant, 33, posed as female A&E nurse and helped treat seriously ill patients at same hospital as Lucy Letby (The Sun)  McDonald's project demolishes 33-year-old Hall's Hill mural depicting black history (ARLnow) US law school applicants increase 33%, boosting competition (Reuters) *BONUS Broncos stun Giants with last-second field goal comeback, 33-32 (The Associated Press) BEHIND THE CURTAIN Trump statements (Twitter) Alvin Holsey retires (AP)  2024: 200,000 people arrested for pot possession (FBI Crime Data) Ohio judge blocks governor's hemp product ban from taking effect (Ohio Capitol Journal) California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill to expedite pot, psychedelic research and vetoes bill to impose liens to enforce penalties on unlicensed commercial pot activities(Gov.CA.gov) Kansas CBD shop owners fight back after KBI raids (KSNT) METAL MOMENT The Rev brings us Lyric Noel's Cry Little Sister cover. Follow along with his shenanigans at SirRevCyberTrucker@noauthority.social ON CHAIN, OFF CHAIN, COCAINE, SHITSTAIN Gold on track for biggest one-day slide in five years as Bitcoin draws rotation flows (The Block) Bitcoin catches bid, jumping above $112K as gold, silver plunge (CoinDesk) Market pullback deepens (Bitcoinist) Arkade goes live (KRON4) Alby note /  thedaniel nostr notes FUCK IT, DUDE. LET'S GO BOWLING! Hobbyist finds 4,270-year-old skull on Indiana riverbank, stumping authorities (FOX) Naked ax-wielding Florida man attempts break in, gets arrested just after being released (FOX) Driver stopped in California for hand drawn license plate (UPI) Wild bear visits bear exhibit in California zoo (L.A. Times) Nutmaxxing (GQ) San Jose Sharks apologize after pro-ICE message displayed at Hispanic Heritage night (KRON4) He paid $75 for baseball cards glued to a wooden chest. They are likely worth thousands. (CBS) Police break up Lego theft ring (NY Times) Indian man stages own funeral to see who cares (OB Daily) Elderly woman conned by romantic scammer posing as stranded astronaut (Sky)  

This week, I'm diving into a substack article I wrote about a year ago on being a competitive hobbyist. As weightlifters, there's a very small chance you're a professional. I talk about my struggles with the inevitable frustration of trying to compete at a high level while balancing life responsibilities. I also get into the dangers of outsourcing and how we can come back to ourselves!Angelo | Podcast

In this episode of The Magnetic Pull, I'm breaking down the difference between showing up as the the hobbyist or CEO in your business, and how to make the shift – which changes everything for your business.Whether you're frantically posting mid-launch, ghosting your audience, or stuck in ideation mode, this episode will help you get honest about where you're operating from, and how to shift out of doing all the things and into leading with clarity.Ready to escape The Chaos Loop for real? Join The Anti-Hustle Marketing Reset WAITLIST here.– The Magnetic Pull is Hosted by Amy Pearson A Creative Strategist & Business Growth Coach, known for her playful creative energy, curiosity fuelled thought processes, and strong devotion to supporting creatives + purpose-led business owners to build a life they love without sacrificing integrity along the way. Find Amy on Instagram. This is a SUN MOTHER® Podcast sunmotherstudio.com Original Music by: P'JAMA - A Collaboration between Jamie + Amy Pearson This podcast is created & produced on Darkinjung Land.

Margo is joined by Cassie McDaniel, Head of Design at Medium, where she leads product design, brand, and research. Cassie has also brought her design expertise to companies like Lattice, Webflow, Glitch, and Mozilla Foundation, and she's passionate about simplifying complex workflows while creating space for more meaningful design. Beyond her professional roles, Cassie is a painter, writer, DIY renovator, and environmental conservation group member—someone who embodies the importance of building a life rich with creativity both in and outside of work. In this conversation, Cassie and Margo explore what it means to be a well-rounded creative leader, how personal passions fuel professional innovation, and why design belongs at the leadership table. Cassie also gives us a peek behind the curtain at Medium's evolving design approach, including how her team thinks about content consumption, new UX navigation, and experiments with AI. Margo and Cassie discuss: The case for doing things outside your job and how hobbies unlock new creative potential How writing serves as “exercise for the brain” and a counterbalance to a busy design career Cassie's approach to mentorship, including hiring, coaching, and guiding designers at all levels A behind-the-scenes look at design at Medium, from flat minimalism to layered storytelling How a family legacy of persistence, from chicken farming to dentistry, shaped Cassie's approach to creativity and leadership Lessons from Cassie's career across Webflow, Glitch, Mozilla, and Medium, and why foundational creative skills translate to digital spaces What makes Medium unique as a platform for authentic stories, connection, and community The value of saying yes to new opportunities, co-designing with communities, and learning from every experience Balancing leadership, writing, and motherhood while still making time for passion projects at home Learn more about Cassie here: Website: cassiemcdaniel.com Medium: cassiebegins.medium.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cassiemc Instagram: @cassiebegins Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.com www.instagram.com/windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry   Save the date for Medium Day 2025: https://medium.com/blog/save-the-date-for-medium-day-2025-50b1f15de07d Sign Up for the Sylva Solace Creative Resilience Retreat: https://www.bdi-create.today/sylva-retreat

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Which Type of Patient Are You?In this week's episode, Dr. Jordan Robertson explores the three types of patients: Health Hobbyists, the General Population, and those Backed Into a Corner, and what each group can teach us about how we approach our health. Whether you find yourself just “getting by,” experimenting endlessly, or facing a health wake-up call, there are lessons (and warnings) in every category. Jordan unpacks the pros and cons of each approach and how borrowing from other camps can help you thrive instead of settling for mediocrity.----Dr. Jordan Robertson is a leader in naturopathic and integrative medicine. She is dedicated to evidence-based healthcare and founded The Confident Clinician, which empowers practitioners with up-to-date research and practical tools. With over 15 years in clinical practice and experience teaching at McMaster University's Health Sciences program, she bridges the gap between research and real-world application.Follow Dr. Jordan on Instagram----Do you ever wish there were a knowledge base built just for you?Have you searched for a resource that supported you so you could focus on what really matters for your business?The Confident Clinician is the ONLY medical knowledge base built for integrative practitioners.Over 750 clinician members have simplified their patient care by using our knowledge base and exclusive members-only education.Our knowledge base and clinical topics are updated on an ongoing basis and, and we offer exclusive members-only courses that support you, whatever your clinical focus.Ready to be supported in your work?Learn More About The Confident Clinician HereDiscover The Confident Clinician's 5-Day AI Smart-Search ChallengeWant to dive deeper? Explore the latest research breakdowns and practical tools on our blog----Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share!

291: 3 Ways to go from Hobbyist to Interior Design Professional Welcome to the show! Today we're diving into how to go from hobbyist to professional—whether you're in interior design or building any creative business. We'll cover three powerful areas that can transform your journey: mindset, boundaries, and intentionality. So, grab a pen and paper, and let's reflect—where are you still showing up like a hobbyist, and where are you ready to level up and own your role as a professional? Topics Mentioned: Mindset Boundaries Intentionality Sustainability Key Thoughts:  When we have the mindset of a professional, we're certainly going to create a boundary to make sure that we're making a profit or we're not going to engage in the work. Michele Williams   Being intentional about what we do, having these mindsets that we talked about of a very professional mindset, creating good boundaries, all of those things start to move us into that proactive stance instead of a reactive stance. Michele Williams   Having a very intentional, clear focus of what you're doing really creates grounding, it creates trust, it creates an environment where people can get behind it and kind of push that boulder uphill with you because they all know that they're pushing in the same direction. Michele Williams   Sustainability shows up because we have sustainable processes, we have sustainable team dynamics, and we have sustainable profitability. Michele Williams   Contact Michele: Email: Team@ScarletThreadConsulting.com Facebook: Scarlet Thread Consulting Instagram: @ScarletThreadATL Website: ScarletThreadConsulting.com LinkedIn: Michele Williams   References and Resources: Work with Me The Designers' Inner Circle - Become a Member Today    CFO2Go Metrique Solutions E-Myth Revisited by Michael E Gerber

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Alicia Jarrett built a powerful U.S. investment business from Australia using mindset, systems, and bold leadership. This inspiring episode reveals how women can scale fearlessly, even from halfway across the globe.See full article:https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-fear-to-fiercely-building-a-global-real-estate-business-with-alicia-jarrett/(00:00) - Introduction to United States Women In Real Estate Investing(00:14) - Meet Your Host Jeune Ortiz(00:23) - Welcome to Guest Alicia Jarrett(00:39) - Alicia's Start in Real Estate from Melbourne, Australia(01:05) - Transition from Corporate to Full-Time Real Estate Investing(01:26) - Overcoming Fear in Real Estate Investing(02:02) - Scaling with Virtual Assistants and Overseas Teams(02:43) - Building Supercharged Offers and Property Deals(03:12) - The Importance of Systems and Delegation(03:45) - Starting Supercharged Offers and Global Citizens(04:26) - Serving U.S. Investors from Abroad(05:02) - Understanding the U.S. Property Market as a Foreign Investor(05:41) - Navigating Legal and Title Company Relationships(06:25) - Advice for Women Entering Real Estate Investing(06:55) - Empowering Women Through Leadership and Confidence(07:32) - How Alicia Uses Data for Targeting and Offers(08:11) - Common Mistakes Women Make When Starting Out(08:46) - How to Think Like a Business, Not a Hobbyist(09:17) - The Benefits of Building a Power Team(09:42) - Alicia's Favorite Tools and Tech Stack(10:23) - Handling Rejection and Challenges in REI(11:00) - U.S. Real Estate Trends from Alicia's Perspective(11:33) - Final Thoughts and Contact Information(12:00) - Outro by Jeune OrtizContact Alicia Jarretthttps://alicia@superchargedoffers.com/https://globalcitizenshq.com/https://www.wilda.com.au/https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-jarrett/Contact Jeune Ortizhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeuneortiz/--United States Women In Real Estate Investing is the show that brings you closer to amazing women in the real estate investing world who help make this industry so valuable to our nation's economic growth and stability.Come along for a conversational journey of real-life trials, tribulations, and triumphs that many times only women in business experience.With real conversations about strategy, business relationships, actionable steps, financial goals, and more, you've just found your tribe.Empowering and elevating women through conversation in the world of real estate investing.If you'd like to get started in real estate investing, download our free guide, 5 Step Beginners Guide To Real Estate Investing, at https://unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/freeguide/Helping you learn how to achieve financial freedom through real estate investing.United States Real Estate Investor: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/Universe Media Mastering Your audio; More listenable. https://universemediamastering.com/Advertise with us! Visit https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/advertising--Music Disclaimer: This episode features music by Harris Heller / StreamBeats, copyright-safe, DMCA-free, and created specifically for content creators. StreamBeats provides both lyrical and instrumental tracks that are free from Content ID issues, making them ideal for use in podcasts, livestreams, and YouTube videos. All music is curated and produced by Harris Heller.

Thomas DePierre joins Open Source Security to discuss the central idea from his blog post, "You are all on the hobbyist maintainers turf now," exploring the massive disconnect between the corporate world that consumes open source and the hobbyist community that actually produces it. The conversation reveals this isn't a new problem, but a long-standing reality whose consequences for security, stability, and the future of software we are only now beginning to truly confront. The show notes and blog post for this episode can be found at https://opensourcesecurity.io/2025/2025-06-hobbyist-thomas-depierre/

On this episode of the podcast, Chewy and Eugene discuss the idea of training and thinking like an athlete instead of as a hobbyist. We discuss why this mindset shift to training as an athlete is important for longevity, how an athlete treats their body compared to how a hobbyist, the foods chewy avoids before training BJJ, how diet can impact performance, the importance of rhythm and routine, holding yourself accountable, why you have to identify and eliminate your distractions, why lack of motivation is a lack of focus, and how Chewy keeps himself inspired. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints.  Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30 and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Want to build a serious drone career in construction, VDC, or mapping? This episode explores how Brian Owens transformed construction workflows using drones and BIM models—and how you can profit from it. In this episode of Elevating Drone Life, Rob talks with Brian Owens, Field Solutions Lead at The Whites Company, about how high tech drones transform construction workflows, strengthen risk management, and elevate client communication. You'll learn how drone mapping, BIM drone integration, FPV flythroughs, and Gaussian splat models are setting a new industry standard.    From mechanical engineer to construction drone innovator, Brian shares practical insights on turning drone expertise into a full-time career. He explains: How drone mapping fits into Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) workflows Which deliverables: orthomosaics, Gaussian splats, and FPV flythroughs build client trust Why polished drone media = higher client confidence + bigger contracts How drone data supports construction site safety, QA/QC, and real-time site inspections Career tips for becoming a professional drone pilot in construction This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to succeed in the construction drone industry.  ? Ready to Launch Your Construction Drone Career? Master construction drone mapping, build your business, and get certified to fly commercially—all in one place: ?? Explore Courses + Memberships ? https://www.thedroneu.com ?? Timestamps [00:00] Meet Brian Owens and his journey into construction tech [05:00] How FPV drones led to a career in construction VDC [10:00] What is Virtual Design and Construction (VDC)? [15:00] Essential tools: laser scanners, field printers, drones in construction [20:00] Using drones for site mapping, risk management, and QA/QC [28:00] Building a company-wide drone culture [35:00] Winning with better drone deliverables: orthomosaic mapping, Gaussian splats, and cinematic videos [45:00] Future of construction media: cinematic drone marketing + FPV flythroughs [52:00] Career advice: focus on client-ready deliverables, not just flying drones Resources & Links ? Drone U Membership – Join Here ? Drone Business Mastery Course – Explore Courses ?? Part 107 Certification Prep – Start Here ? Experience Drone Training Event – Learn More Want to land your first construction drone job? ? Get our Drone Pilot Starter Kit  Learn to Master the Skies and Build Your Confidence as a Drone Pilot. The Drone Starter Kit is a collection of 3 amazing courses worth $97 - all for free.  ?? https://learn.thedroneu.com/bundles/drone-pilot-starter-kit  Stay Connected ? Like this episode if it helped ? Subscribe and turn on notifications for weekly expert interviews and tutorials ? Share this video with someone dreaming of a career in drones and construction tech and drones!

In a world where turning every passion into a side hustle is the norm, there's something refreshing about keeping photography as a pure, unpressured hobby. In this episode, we dive into the freedom that comes with staying a hobbyist photographer—no client demands, no deadlines, just the sheer joy of capturing moments for yourself. We talk about how removing the pressure to monetize your work can actually lead to more creativity, experimentation, and personal fulfillment. Whether you're someone who loves shooting for the fun of it or a pro who occasionally longs for the simpler days, this conversation is a reminder that photography doesn't always have to be a business—it can just be a love that you nurture on your own terms. Episode Promos This episode contains promos for: Elementor Wordpress Website Builder - https://nerdyphotographer.com/recommends/elementor Narrative AI Culling, Editing, and Publishing - https://narrative.so/select?affiliate=casey2746 Siteground Website Hosting - https://www.siteground.com/go/nerdy Support The Nerdy Photographer Want to help The Nerdy Photographer Podcast? Here are a few simple (and mostly free) ways you can do that: Subscribe to the podcast! Tell your friends about the podcast Sign up for the newsletter - https://nerdyphotographer.com/newsletter Buy a print from the print shop - https://caseyfatchettphotography.pic-time.com/art Follow on Instagram - https://instagram.com/thenerdyphoto Follow on Threads - https://threads.net/@thenerdyphoto Follow in Tiktok - https://tiktok.com/@thenerdyphoto Subscribe to our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CaseyFatchett Get some Nerdy Photographer merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/nerdy-photographer If you're feeling extra generous, check out our support page - https://nerdyphotographer.com/support-nerdy-photographer/ About My Guest "A very serious active amateur photographer focusing on sports and wildlife. In between shoots I am the founder and Chief Investment Officer of Atlas Merchant Capital, an investment firm based in New York and London." You can view more of David's work at his website - https://www.schamisshots.com or on Instagram at https://instagram.com/schamisshots About The Podcast The Nerdy Photographer Podcast is written and produced by Casey Fatchett. Casey is a professional photographer in the New York City / Northern New Jersey with more than 20 years of experience. He just wants to help people and make them laugh. You can view Casey's wedding work at https://fatchett.com or his non-wedding work at https://caseyfatchettphotography.com    If you have any questions or comments about this episode or any other episodes, OR if you would like to ask a photography related question or have ideas for a topic for a future episode, please reach out to us at https://nerdyphotographer.com/contact

In this podcast, Klee and I discuss our thoughts about the concept of being a hobbyist or pro when you are a creative individual. At the end of the day, it really doesn't matter what anyone else calls you. Only what you call yourself. WHO ARE RAFI AND KLEE STUDIOS Curious about who we are? Visit our website and get to know us and all we do. https://rafiandklee.com/ ARE YOU A CREATIVE HUMAN? Seeking inspiration, free resources, and a supportive hub to fuel your artistic journey? Look no further! At the Rogue Artist Community, we've built a vibrant space designed to empower artists, dreamers, and doers like YOU. Whether you're an experienced artist, a budding creator, or someone curious about exploring their creativity, our hub has something for everyone. Visit us at https://rogueartistcommunity.com/ to find out more. Thank you for supporting the Artist Life Podcast with Rafi and Klee! You rock!

You can start dreaming about a rich hobbyist owner, White Sox fans & What it means when the person who owns your baseball team actually loves it (Hour1) full 1216 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 23:32:23 +0000 2FjBaWygwJtjOnE6dtDOEyIsG392Q8cG sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports You can start dreaming about a rich hobbyist owner, White Sox fans & What it means when the person who owns your baseball team actually loves it (Hour1) Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson, former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday (2 p.m. - 6 p.m. CT) on 670 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports

In this episode of the Upscaling from Hobbyist to Sideliner series, we explore the business side of beekeeping with two beekeepers who successfully made the leap. Hosts Jeff Ott and Becky Masterman are joined by Tara Dawn Chapman of Two Hives Honey in Austin, Texas, and Jay Williams of Williams Honey Farm in Tennessee. Tara and Jay share their personal journeys—both of which began outside of agriculture—detailing their challenges, missteps, and the pivotal moments that shaped their businesses. From scaling their apiaries to diversifying their revenue streams, they offer practical advice for beekeepers looking to turn their passion into a sustainable business. One of the biggest lessons they emphasize is that beekeeping businesses don't have to rely solely on honey sales. Both guests discuss the role of agribusiness opportunities, including hive tours, honey tastings, VIP yard management, and B2B partnerships. They highlight the importance of branding, marketing, and pricing honey appropriately, noting that storytelling and quality presentation can dramatically increase a product's perceived value. Throughout the conversation, they reflect on the pitfalls of trying to do everything at once and why finding a niche is key. They explain how agritourism can supplement income, even in regions with inconsistent honey flows, and share insights on hiring employees in a beekeeping business. The discussion also covers state and federal grants that beekeepers can apply for to expand operations, and why pricing honey at premium rates is often more sustainable than undercutting the market. If you're thinking about expanding your beekeeping beyond the hobbyist level, this episode is packed with insights, strategies, and real-world advice from beekeepers who have successfully made the transition. If you're looking to make honey harvesting more manageable and efficient, this episode provides the guidance you need to take the next step. Websites we recommend: Williams Honey Farm: https://williamshoneyfarm.com Two Hives Honey: https://www.twohiveshoney.com Tara's Book, "For The Bees": https://www.amazon.com/Bees-Handbook-Happy-Beekeeping/dp/147732951X Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com 2 Million Blossoms - The Podcast: https://2millionblossoms.com Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Bee Smart Designs as a sponsor of this podcast! Bee Smart Designs is the creator of innovative, modular and interchangeable hive systems made in the USA using recycled and American sourced materials. Bee Smart Designs - Simply better beekeeping for the modern beekeeper. Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

Expanding a beekeeping operation brings new challenges, especially when it comes to processing and bottling honey efficiently. In this episode, Jeff and Becky continue their series on upscaling from hobbyist to sideliner beekeeping with a deep dive into honey house design and equipment. They welcome back John Rath, co-owner of Betterbee, who shares his expertise on selecting the right extractor, uncapping system, and storage solutions to match a growing beekeeping business. John explains the key decisions beekeepers must make when scaling up, from choosing the right equipment to optimizing workflow and managing space. He offers practical advice on warm rooms, sump systems, and the benefits of an extracting line, as well as common pitfalls to avoid when designing a honey house. Whether you're processing honey in your dining room or considering a dedicated facility, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help beekeepers streamline their extraction process. The conversation covers the importance of planning for long-term growth, ensuring proper power and plumbing, and making strategic investments to save time and labor. John also discusses ways beekeepers can offset costs by offering extraction services to others and shares ideas for efficient bottling and wax processing. If you're looking to make honey harvesting more manageable and efficient, this episode provides the guidance you need to take the next step. Websites we recommend: Honey House Sanitation & Food Safety: https://beekeepingtodaypodcast.com/287 Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com 2 Million Blossoms - The Podcast: https://2millionblossoms.com Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Bee Smart Designs as a sponsor of this podcast! Bee Smart Designs is the creator of innovative, modular and interchangeable hive systems made in the USA using recycled and American sourced materials. Bee Smart Designs - Simply better beekeeping for the modern beekeeper. Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

In the second episode of our February series, Upscaling from Hobbyist to Sideliner Beekeeper, Jeff and Becky continue the conversation with returning guests Dr. Meghan Milbrath and Ana Heck from Michigan State University. This week's focus is on one of the most critical—and often costly—aspects of growing a beekeeping operation: equipment and logistics. Meghan and Ana share their insights on how to strategically manage equipment as your apiary grows, covering everything from the pros and cons of building versus buying hive components to making decisions about palletizing, bottom boards, and the use of queen excluders. They discuss the importance of maintaining consistency with equipment sizes, the benefits of using migratory versus telescoping covers, and how to manage hive configurations for both honey production and overwintering. The conversation also dives into the practicalities of scaling up, such as selecting vehicles for beekeeping operations, deciding when (or if) a forklift makes sense, and managing outyards. Meghan and Ana offer valuable advice on finding and maintaining good relationships with landowners, how many colonies to place in a single yard, and even strategies for negotiating yard rent—often paid in honey! Whether you're considering your first expansion or already managing dozens of colonies, this episode offers practical tips, real-world experiences, and thoughtful advice to help you grow efficiently and sustainably. Tune in now to learn how to take your beekeeping operation to the next level! Websites we recommend: Honey Bee Health Coalition: https://honeybeehealthcoalition.org The National Honey Board: https://honey.com Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: https://honeybeeobscura.com 2 Million Blossoms - The Podcast: https://2millionblossoms.com Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC     ______________ Betterbee is the presenting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Bee Smart Designs as a sponsor of this podcast! Bee Smart Designs is the creator of innovative, modular and interchangeable hive systems made in the USA using recycled and American sourced materials. Bee Smart Designs - Simply better beekeeping for the modern beekeeper. Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about their line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Faraday by BeGun; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Red Jack Blues by Daniel Hart; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott. Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2025 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

Terry Cole is the founder of Colemine Records, a label and record shop dedicated to soulful, authentic music. Growing up in a music-loving household, Terry's passion for vinyl and artistry laid the foundation for his career. Today, he's a champion for independent artists, offering them opportunities to grow and thrive in the music industry. In this episode, Terry dives into the challenges and rewards of building a career in music, sharing invaluable insights for artists and entrepreneurs alike.Key Takeaways:Discover how artists can transition from hobbyists to full-time musicians while maintaining authenticity.Learn why physical retail is still a critical player in music distribution and artist visibility.Gain practical advice on building relationships, taking measured risks, and standing out in a crowded music industry.-----Learn more about Terry Cole and Cole Mine Records by visiting: https://www.coleminerecords.com/Book an Artist Breakthrough Session with the Modern Musician team: https://apply.modernmusician.me/podcast