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What if the path to building a lasting company isn't about explosive growth and quick exits? Dave Whorton, former venture capitalist, challenges Silicon Valley's "get big fast or die" mentality in this eye-opening conversation. After witnessing the Netscape IPO transform startup culture forever, Dave discovered an alternative approach: evergreen companies built for profitability, purpose, and generational endurance. From his experience at Hewlett Packard to founding the Tugboat Institute, Dave shares why some of today's most successful businesses—from See's Candies to Enterprise Rent-A-Car—chose patience over pressure. His book "Another Way" reveals the seven principles that create companies designed to last decades, not just reach the next funding round.---Guy Kawasaki is on a mission to make you remarkable. His Remarkable People podcast features interviews with remarkable people such as Jane Goodall, Marc Benioff, Woz, Kristi Yamaguchi, and Bob Cialdini. Every episode will make you more remarkable.With his decades of experience in Silicon Valley as a Venture Capitalist and advisor to the top entrepreneurs in the world, Guy's questions come from a place of curiosity and passion for technology, start-ups, entrepreneurship, and marketing. If you love society and culture, documentaries, and business podcasts, take a second to follow Remarkable People.Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopologyListen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**Like this show? Please leave us a review -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!Thank you for your support; it helps the show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the consumer-focused society we live in, it seems you can't even walk out the door without spending 20 bucks on god-knows-what. That's because big companies know exactly how to manipulate us into parting ways with our hard-earned cash – and often, we don't realise they're doing it! From the subtle to the shameful, let's investigate some of the sneakiest ways you're secretly being tricked by companies. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In Part 2 of his inspiring conversation with Dwayne Kerrigan, Jason Castellan, Co-Founder & CEO of Skyline Group of Companies, goes beyond the growth story to share his philosophy on leadership, risk, and building a multi-generational business.Jason opens up about succession planning, why staying people-focused is Skyline's greatest advantage, and how he balances growth with responsibility to over 1,000 employees and 6,000 investors. He also provides candid insights on Canada's economic headwinds, the housing crisis, energy infrastructure, and the future of clean energy.This episode is not just about real estate—it's about resilience, responsibility, and redefining what it means to lead with integrity.Timestamps00:00 – Believing in yourself & taking risks when young01:30 – What separates Skyline from its peers05:00 – Succession, leadership, and the “piss and vinegar” test09:00 – Building a multi-generational business13:30 – The obligation of leading thousands of employees and investors16:00 – Canada's economic headwinds & the housing affordability crisis20:00 – Lessons from the U.S. & why Canada needs a wake-up call23:00 – Bureaucracy, red tape, and the need for real solutions in housing29:00 – AI, energy demand, and Skyline's role in future infrastructure33:00 – Solar, biogas, and battery storage as scalable solutions39:00 – Evaluating risk: from speculation to disciplined growth44:00 – Advice to young entrepreneurs on risk-taking46:00 – Staying grounded: Jason's unchanging values despite growth49:00 – The power of face-to-face relationships in a digital-first world50:00 – Closing reflections on legacy, integrity, and inspiring the next generationNotable Quotes“When you lose your piss and vinegar, get out of the way.” – advice Jason received from a mentor“We gave up on saying we're in the bricks and mortar business a long time ago. We're in the people business.” – Jason Castellan“Take all the risk when you're young. At 21, you can recover. At 65, you may not.” – Jason Castellan“It takes 25 years to build a reputation and 25 minutes to lose it.” – Jason Castellan“Face-to-face bonds are stickier and last longer than any digital connection.” – Jason CastellanResources & MentionsSkyline Group of Companies → SkylineSkyline Apartment REIT → Learn moreSkyline Industrial REIT → Learn moreSkyline Retail REIT → Learn moreSkyline Clean Energy Fund → Learn moreKey TakeawaysLeadership evolves, values don't – stay true to your integrity as the business grows.Succession is not retirement – restructure roles but never retire from purpose.People are the business – investors, employees, and community matter more than assets.Face-to-face relationships still...

Join me as I chat with Ben Benkhin, Creator of WOMBO, about how he built mobile apps that achieved over 250 million downloads by identifying emerging AI technologies and making them accessible through simple, user-friendly interfaces. His first app, Wombo, allowed users to animate selfies to sing popular songs, while Dream was an early art generator that predated tools like Midjourney. Ben emphasizes the importance of studying viral content formats and creating apps that help users easily produce shareable content. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 02:00 - The "Copy What Works" Strategy 05:15 - Competition is GOOD 07:13 - WOMBO Demo 08:15 - Engineering for Virality 11:53 - Steps to creating viral mobile app 15:20 - WOMBO Story Continued 21:26 - Monetization strategy 23:57 - Optimization and Evolution of Wombo 29:22 - Advice for building an AI Mobile Apps 30:07 - Viral Content Creation and Studying Trends Key Points: • Ben created viral AI apps including Wombo and Dream by identifying open-source AI models and making them accessible through simple mobile interfaces • His strategy involves studying what's already working in the market and putting his own spin on it ("mimesis") • The most successful apps have a viral content creation loop where users create shareable content that drives new user acquisition • Monetization came through subscriptions and ads, with only 2% of users paying while the other 98% drive virality The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: boringmarketing.com  The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn: thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.skool.com/startupempire/about FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg  Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND BEN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/benzion_b W AI: https://w.ai WOMBO: https://wombo.com/m/home

Taylor Halliday is the Co-founder and CEO of Ravenna, an AI-powered helpdesk software company that simplifies IT support and internal operations for organizations. Under his leadership, Ravenna raised $15 million in funding from Madrona Venture Group and Khosla Ventures, gaining recognition for its innovative Slack-native platform that streamlines support for IT, HR, and revenue operations teams. Before founding Ravenna, Tylor served as Director of AI Engineering and New Products at Zapier and also completed a fellowship at Y Combinator, experiences that brought both technical depth and startup expertise to the company.  In this episode… Internal operations often struggle to keep pace with modern technology. Companies are buried in employee requests, scattered knowledge bases, and clunky help desk systems. What if AI could bring clarity and automation to that chaos — transforming Slack and other team platforms into true hubs of support? Taylor Halliday has helped shape the future of workplace operations by drawing on experience at Zapier, along with a fellowship at Y Combinator. He brings a blend of technical expertise and startup leadership to solving the challenges of modern internal support. Known for a customer-led approach to product development, Taylor focuses on intuitive design, automation, and data-driven decision-making that enable organizations to scale more effectively. His work highlights how the right mix of AI and human insight can transform team efficiency and build stronger, more resilient companies. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Taylor Halliday, Co-founder and CEO of Ravenna, to discuss how Ravenna is reinventing internal support, co-founder dynamics, the role of customer feedback, and key decisions behind growth and fundraising. Taylor also shares stories on winning early customers and why trust and speed are vital in client relationships.

Join me as I chat with Lee Robinson, VP of Developer Experience at Cursor, as he shares practical tips for maximizing productivity with Cursor's AI coding tools. He demonstrates how to structure prompts, create custom commands, and leverage agents for everything from bug fixes to code reviews. The conversation highlights how AI tools are making software development more accessible while enabling developers to build higher quality products with less effort. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:49 - Using AI Agents in Cursor 08:21 - Custom Rules within Cursor 11:49 - BugBot and code review automation 17:19 - CLI and headless options for Cursor agents 19:29 - Tips for getting the most out of Cursor 21:09 - Examples of innovative software built with Cursor Get Your Complete Financial OS at https://dub.sh/brex-sip Key Points: • Lee demonstrates how to effectively use Cursor's AI agents for discrete coding tasks • Setting up proper linting, formatting, and testing helps agents self-correct their outputs • Custom commands and rules can be created to enhance code reviews and writing quality • Cursor offers CLI and headless options for running agents in automation workflow The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: boringmarketing.com  The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn: thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.skool.com/startupempire/about FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg  Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND LEE ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/leeerob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leerob Personal Website: https://leerob.com

Cultivating Trust and Loyalty in the Age of AI   Shep interviews Nick Glimsdahl, contact center strategist and author of The Heart of Service. He talks about how organizations can thoughtfully integrate human-centric AI into their customer service.  This episode of Amazing Business Radio with Shep Hyken answers the following questions and more:    What is human-centric AI?  How can companies find the right balance between automation and personal customer interactions?  What are the biggest risks of over-automating customer support processes?  Why do so many AI projects in customer service fail?  How can organizations manage change effectively when implementing AI-driven solutions for customer experience?  Top Takeaways:    Artificial Intelligence can help make customer service faster and more efficient, but it should never completely replace people. Humans are still essential for understanding emotions, showing empathy, and solving complex problems for customers.  Don't jump into new technology just because it's trendy. Don't use AI for the sake of using AI. Companies should ask themselves what problems they want AI to solve and what a successful outcome looks like.  Over-automation can hurt customer service. It's easy to get excited about what AI can do and try to automate everything. Companies should use AI for simple tasks, but always provide customers with a clear way to connect with a live person when needed.  AI, just like humans, can make mistakes. Whether it's providing incorrect information or making unusual decisions, AI hallucinations can occur. Companies that succeed with AI are always ready to learn from their mistakes by updating their systems, and refining AI training. Turn every mistake into an opportunity to keep improving.  Trust is the heart of any great service experience, whether powered by AI or humans. Companies must be honest, transparent, and consistent with their customers, especially when introducing new technology. Asking for customer feedback to gauge whether they trust the answers they are getting or feel confident in using the new technology can help companies measure success and look for ways to enhance the experience  AI is not just about helping customers. It also helps empower employees. When companies use AI in the background to lighten the workload for their teams, including summarizing calls, handling after-call work, or providing relevant information in real-time, employees can focus on solving complex problems and making customers happy.   Plus, Shep and Nick talk about why it's crucial to stay flexible and keep evolving with technology. Tune in!  Quote:   "Artificial Intelligence can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. Companies might say, 'We want AI,' but if you don't clearly define what that means, it might not deliver the results you want."  About:     Nick Glimsdahl is a contact center strategist and author of The Heart of Service: A Blueprint for Human-Centric AI in Customer Service. He is also the host of the Press 1 For Nick podcast.  Shep Hyken is a customer service and experience expert, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning keynote speaker, and host of Amazing Business Radio.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MRKT Matrix - Monday, September 2nd Dow closes down about 250 points to kick off September on tariff worries, rising bond yields (CNBC) Analysts Increasing EPS Estimates Slightly for S&P 500 Companies for Q3 (FactSet) Treasury yields jump on prospect of U.S. having to refund tariff money; 30-year yield tops 4.97% (CNBC) Companies Reap Cash Savings From Trump's New Tax Law (WSJ) US manufacturing activity contracts for sixth straight month in August: 'It's survival' (Yahoo Finance) AI Euphoria to Fuel 20% S&P Rally by End-2026, Evercore ISI Says (Bloomberg) Anthropic raises $13 billion funding round at $183 billion valuation (CNBC) US Pulls TSMC's Waiver for China Shipments of Chip Supplies (Bloomberg) Musk looks past Tesla sales slump, says 80% of value will come from Optimus (CNBC) EV Deals Are Booming Ahead of Tax-Credit Expiration (WSJ) Amazon cracks down on Prime free shipping sharing (CNBC) -- Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://riskreversalmedia.beehiiv.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MRKT Matrix by RiskReversal Media is a daily AI powered podcast bringing you the top stories moving financial markets Story curation by RiskReversal, scripts by Perplexity Pro, voice by ElevenLabs

US equity futures are slightly weaker. Asia ended mixed, and European markets are softer. Focus is on upcoming US data with ISM, JOLTS, ADP, and nonfarm payrolls due this week following July PCE inflation in line with expectations; Fed Governor Waller reiterated support for a September 25 bp cut and signaled more easing over the next three to six months; Trump repeated claims India offered to cut tariffs to “nothing,” though no details of resumed talks; SCO summit in China reinforced anti-US optics with Modi appearing alongside Xi and Putin; In Europe, political risks rose as French PM Bayrou faced pressure and far-right National Rally positioned for new elections.Companies mentioned: Alibaba Group, Chevron

After 70 years of date nights, family outings, and blockbuster premieres, the lights have gone out at Cathay Cineplexes. Once a cultural icon, the chain is now shuttered for good, dragged down by debt, landlords, and the unstoppable rise of streaming. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they trace Cathay’s final act, the financial struggles of its parent mm2 Asia, and what this means for the future of moviegoing in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we have another very special episode from one of our live Expert Networking Nights, here in Utah, with Austin McFee. This is the third live podcast that we have done in Utah and it is always fun to have the live audience aspect while recording the podcast. Austin McFee is the co-founder of Dentive, a dental support organization, that they sold a few years ago for $500 Million.On the podcast, we sit down and discuss what it was like going through that process of selling the business, after only 3 years. The discussion goes from how the company founded and what led to the sale of the business, to a deeper discussion about how money affects your life after grinding so hard to earn it. Austin's story is one of just figuring it out along the way and putting your head down to get work done. If you're an entrepreneur and want to see what life looks to get to a major sale of a company like that, you're in the right place.Reminder that this podcast is a part of a live show experience, the audio and visual may not be what you are used to from this podcast but we can't emphasize enough how incredible these events are. If you are local to Utah, make sure you come down to Lehi for this one of a kind, podcasting experience, and be a part of these incredible networking opportunities for yourself!00:00 Introduction01:43 How Austin started Dentive09:02 Creating a win-win situation for your business and it's clients12:40 How to approach selling to experts in their field16:06 Budgeting your money properly19:06 Learning business at a high level23:29 Being patient and not selling your business too early27:30 How Covid affected everything29:44 What does financial freedom feel like35:00 Finding purpose after making such a large deal38:52 Best and worst parts about having money41:06 Outro

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Bitcoin price has doubled since 2024...are recent pullbacks just another healthy correction? Whales unload billions in BTC, but will demand keep absorbing the sell pressure? Trump targets Fed Governor Cook amid mortgage fraud allegations, raising questions of Fed control in coming months Gold surges toward record highs...are there signs Bitcoin will follow its lead in Q3/Q4? From Asia to Mexico to Hollywood, Bitcoin's influence is spreading worldwide ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. My followers get .25% off their first loan. Learn more at www.ledn.io/natalie  ---- Read every story in the News Block with visuals and charts! Join our mailing list and subscribe to our free Bitcoin newsletter: https://thenewsblock.substack.com  ---- References mentioned in the episode: Hollywood Stars Are Making “Killing Satoshi” Movie Glassnode Chart Illustrating OGs Taking Profit Checkmate's Tweet on OG Selling Pressure River Chart on Bitcoin Ownership Distribution Bitcoin Whale Continues to Sell More Bitcoin Trump's Truth Social Post Firing Dr. Lisa Cook Trump Moves to Fire Fed Governor Dr. Lisa Cook Trump Says He “Will Have Fed Majority” Soon Gold Nears ATHs as Potential Rate Cuts Near Macroscope's Tweet on Gold/Bitcoin Relationship Macroscope's Tweet on Gold Signal for Bitcoin New Bitcoin Treasury Company in Korea New Bitcoin Treasury Company in Mexico Coin Stories Interview with Norma Chu UNBANKED Documentary God Bless Bitcoin Documentary ---- Upcoming events/speaking engagements: Bitcoin 2026 will be here before you know it. Get 10% off Early Bird passes using the code HODL: https://tickets.b.tc/event/bitcoin-2026?promoCodeTask=apply&promoCodeInput=  Your Bitcoin oasis awaits at Camp Nakamoto: A retreat for Bitcoiners, by Bitcoiners. Code HODL for discounted passes: https://massadoptionbtc.ticketspice.com/camp-nakamoto      ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories #money #Bitcoin #investing

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In this episode, Adam Larson sits down with Steve Saah, Executive Director of Permanent Placement Operations at Robert Half, for a candid and practical chat about today's challenging job market. Steve brings his extensive experience to the table, sharing real-world advice for both employers and job seekers—from how to attract and keep top finance professionals to how technology, remote work, and upskilling are shaking up traditional hiring trends. You'll hear tips on what soft skills hiring managers are looking for, why company culture matters more than ever, and the smartest ways job candidates can stand out (it takes more than just updating your resume!). Whether you're leading a finance team, looking for your next big opportunity, or trying to make sense of industry changes, you'll find plenty of actionable insights and fresh perspectives in this lively conversation with one of the most trusted voices in accounting and finance talent.Read more about today's topic: 2025 Finance and Accounting Job Market Outlook Sponsor:Today's episode is brought to you by U.S. Bank. U.S. Bank is a trusted financial partner for our clients, businesses and communities. We believe in doing the right thing and putting people first. It's an honor to be recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute for the tenth consecutive year. From commercial credit cards and program management tools to innovative payment technologies and transportation offerings, U.S. Bank Corporate Payment Systems has the right solution to help your organization reduce payment costs, enhance control and streamline your entire payment processing function. We'll partner with you to uncover your challenges and provide smart, clear and honest guidance to help you meet the financial goals for your business. Visit usbank.com/corporatepayments to learn more.

AI executives from Archer, Demandbase and Highspot and AWS reveal how they're tackling AI's biggest challenges—from securing data, managing regulatory changes and keeping humans in the loop.Topics Include:Three AI leaders introduce their companies: Archer, Demandbase and Highspot's approaches to enterprise AIDemandbase's data strategy: Customer data stays isolated, shared data requires consent, public sources fuel trainingGeographic complexity: AI compliance varies dramatically between Germany, US, Canada, and California regulationsHighSpot tackles sales bias: Granular questions replace generic assessments for more accurate rep evaluationsSBI framework applied to AI: Specific behavioral observations create better, more actionable sales coachingAI transparency through citations: Timestamped evidence lets managers verify AI feedback and catch hallucinationsArcher handles 20-30K monthly regulations: AI helps enterprises manage overwhelming compliance requirements at scaleTwo compliance types explained: Operational (common across companies) versus business-specific regulatory requirementsEU AI Act adoption: US companies embracing European framework for responsible AI governanceHuman oversight becomes mandatory: Expert-in-the-loop reviews ensure AI decisions remain correctable and auditableThe bigger AI risk: Companies face greater danger from AI inaction than AI adoptionAgentic AI security challenges: Data layers must enforce permissions before AI access, not afterAI agents need identity management: Same access controls apply whether human clicks or AI actsHuman oversight in high stakes: Chief compliance officers demand transparency and correction capabilitiesFuture challenge identified: 80% of enterprise data behind firewalls remains invisible to AI modelsParticipants:Kayvan Alikhani - Global Head of Engineering- Emerging Solutions, Archer Integrated Risk ManagementUmberto Milletti - Chief R&D Officer, DemandbaseOliver Sharp - Co-Founder & Chief AI Officer, HighspotBrian Shadpour - General Manager, Security, Amazon Web ServicesFurther Links:Archer Integrated Risk Management: Website – LinkedIn – AWS MarketplaceDemandbase: Website – LinkedIn – AWS MarketplaceHighspot: Website – LinkedIn – AWS MarketplaceSee how Amazon Web Services gives you the freedom to migrate, innovate, and scale your software company at https://aws.amazon.com/isv/

A huge Australian gas facility has released vast amounts of climate-polluting methane in a major leak which owners and government agencies have kept secret from the public for years. 

We're in the first inning of digital asset treasury companies reshaping institutional crypto adoption.Today we sit down with Michael Anderson from Framework Ventures to explore how MicroStrategy's playbook is spreading. With Ethereum ETFs trading below NAV and treasury companies preparing debt issuance once they hit $10 billion, we're seeing early signs of crypto's institutional future.Michael breaks down why DeFi remains blockchain's core value proposition and why we might see tens of billions in Ethereum purchases by year-end.Let's get into it.The RollupWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd...Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

This week, James and JB dive into a £4M/year marketing agency that's finding it tough to recruit the right people. They'll break down hiring strategies, how to attract top talent, and what it takes to scale a team in a competitive industry.Find out more from Elliot here: https://www.exciteooh.comSign up to my weekly newsletter 'The James Sinclair Letter' here: https://www.jamessinclair.net/the-letterFind out your Entrepreneurial DNA, take the '8 Traits of the Greats' quiz here ► https://jamessinclair.scoreapp.comGet your tickets to our next event here ► https://www.jamessinclair.net/eventsApply to be on my podcast here ► https://jamessinclair.net/podcasts/My Socials:

Stanford research shows AI is already reshaping entry-level jobs, with early-career workers in high AI-exposure fields seeing a 13% drop in employment. At the same time, a survey by Kyla Scanlon finds most employees don't trust their employers' AI strategies—with over a third expressing zero trust. Despite this distrust, few companies are offering AI training, creating a dangerous gap that could fuel resistance and sabotage of corporate AI initiatives.Brought to you by:KPMG – Discover how AI is transforming possibility into reality. Tune into the new KPMG 'You Can with AI' podcast and unlock insights that will inform smarter decisions inside your enterprise. Listen now and start shaping your future with every episode. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kpmg.us/AIpodcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blitzy.com - Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://blitzy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to build enterprise software in days, not months Vanta - Simplify compliance - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://vanta.com/nlw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Plumb - The automation platform for AI experts and consultants ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://useplumb.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Agent Readiness Audit from Superintelligent - Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://besuper.ai/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to request your company's agent readiness score.The AI Daily Brief helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI. Subscribe to the podcast version of The AI Daily Brief wherever you listen: https://pod.link/1680633614Subscribe to the newsletter: https://aidailybrief.beehiiv.com/Interested in sponsoring the show? nlw@breakdown.network

When VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 launched in June, it marked more than just another release. It was the clearest signal yet that Broadcom is betting big on the modern private cloud. In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Prashanth Shenoy, who leads marketing and learning for the VCF division at Broadcom, to discuss what the launch means for enterprises and how those themes are playing out live at VMware Explore in Las Vegas. Prashanth shares how VCF 9.0 was designed to help enterprises operate private clouds with the same simplicity and scale as public hyperscalers, while keeping sovereignty, security, and cost predictability front and center. He explains why this release is more than an infrastructure update. It's a shift toward a workload-agnostic, developer-centric platform where virtual machines, containers, and AI workloads can run side by side with a consistent operational experience. We also unpack Broadcom's headline announcements at the show. From making VCF an AI-native platform to embedding private AI services directly into the foundation, the message is clear: the AI pilots of the past are moving into production, and Broadcom wants VCF to be the default home for enterprise AI. Another major theme is cyber compliance at scale, with VCF now offering continuous enforcement, rapid ransomware recovery, and advanced security services that address today's board-level concerns. But perhaps the biggest takeaway is the momentum. Nine of the top ten Fortune companies are now running on VCF, more than 100 million cores have been licensed, and dozens of enterprises—from global giants to mid-sized insurers—are on stage at VMware Explore sharing their adoption stories. The so-called “cloud reset” that Prashanth has written about is not just theory. Companies are rethinking their cloud strategies, seeking cost transparency, avoiding waste, and building resilient, AI-ready private clouds. This conversation highlights how Broadcom is doubling down on VCF with a singular focus, a massive R&D commitment, and a clear vision of where private cloud is headed. If you want to understand why private AI, developer services, and cyber resilience are now central to enterprise strategy, this is a conversation worth hearing.

Join me as I chat with Cody Schneider, where we go through a comprehensive marketing playbook for founders of "vibe-coded" startups, focusing on paid acquisition strategies that deliver immediate results. He walks through the exact process of setting up Google Ads campaigns with proper keyword targeting and conversion tracking, then explains how to create effective Facebook/Instagram ads using AI-generated content. The emphasis throughout is on testing multiple creative variations and optimizing for actual conversions. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 03:29 - Validate Demand 07:00 - Google Ads Overview 11:43 - Finding Keywords 15:59 - Setting Up Google Ads Campaign 17:16 - Landing page best practices 19:25 - Google Tag Manager Tutorial 24:38 - Why RUN Paid Ads 28:29 - How to structure the funnel 31:04 - Meta Ads Overview 33:26 - Finding Pain Points with Perplexity 34:25 - Writing the script for the Ad 40:34 - Creating AI avatar with HeyGen and ElevenLabs 44:01 - Setting Conversion Tracking for Meta Ads 46:04 - Setting Conversion Tracking for Meta Ads Key Points: • Focus on transactional marketing (immediate signups) when starting out rather than long-term strategies like SEO • Google Ads setup with phrase match keywords and conversion tracking is essential for SaaS products • Facebook/Instagram ads work differently than search ads - they disrupt users rather than fulfill search intent • AI avatar videos with compelling hooks perform best for SaaS marketing currently The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: boringmarketing.com  The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn: thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.skool.com/startupempire/about FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND CODY ON SOCIAL Cody's startup: https://www.graphed.com  X/Twitter: https://x.com/codyschneiderxx  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@codyschneiderx

BONUS: Agile Tour Vienna 2025—Building Community-Driven Agile Excellence In this BONUS episode, we explore the upcoming Agile Tour Vienna 2025 (get your ticket now!) with three passionate organizers who are bringing together the Austrian agile community for a day of learning, networking, and innovation. Join us as we dive into what makes this community-driven event special, the challenges facing today's agile practitioners, and why local connections matter more than ever in our evolving professional landscape. The Heart of Community-Driven Events "For me, it's really about creating an event from the community for the community. So at the Agile Tour Vienna we really pay a lot of attention that the contributions are made by community members." - Sabina Lammert The foundation of Agile Tour Vienna lies in its commitment to authentic community engagement. Unlike corporate-led conferences focused on sales and marketing, this event prioritizes genuine knowledge sharing and peer-to-peer learning. The organizers emphasize creating space for meaningful conversations, where participants don't just consume content but actively contribute to discussions and support one another with real-world challenges. This approach fosters an intimate atmosphere where attendees leave with valuable professional connections and practical insights they can immediately apply. Balancing Local Expertise with Global Perspectives "This local aspect is very important, but then it needs to be enhanced by bringing in ideas from people from the outside world." - Robert Ruzitschka Agile Tour Vienna strikes a unique balance between showcasing local Austrian talent and bringing in internationally renowned speakers. The event features a carefully curated mix of practical experiences from Vienna-based practitioners working directly with teams and companies, combined with keynotes from global thought leaders. This blend creates opportunities for attendees to understand both the local context of agile implementation and broader industry trends, making the learning experience both immediately relevant and strategically valuable. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience "We make sure we have a good diversity within the speakers. We also take care that we have a good mix, because for me, agile started with the engineering practices." - Richard Brenner The 2025 program demonstrates attention to creating a comprehensive learning experience. The organizers ensure language accessibility by maintaining at least one English track throughout the day while also offering German sessions. The content spans from technical engineering practices to team coaching and business strategy, reflecting agile's evolution across organizational levels. The event takes place in a stunning castle location (Auersperg Palace) that enhances the intimate, family-like atmosphere the organizers work hard to cultivate. World-Class Content in an Intimate Setting "Agile Tour Vienna is never aiming to go big, but to stay small and familiar. By the end of the day, you know new people." - Sabina Lammert This year's highlights include keynotes from Dave Farley on engineering excellence and Mirella Muse on product operations, plus an innovative Comic Agile storytelling workshop. The organizers deliberately limit attendance to maintain the conference's intimate character, ensuring meaningful networking opportunities rather than overwhelming crowds. Additional touches like a professional barista bar and ample space for informal conversations between sessions create an environment where genuine professional relationships can develop. From Concept-Based to Context-Based Agility "The biggest challenge is that we go from concept-based agility to context-based agility. Companies realize the world is complex. There is no one framework to rule them all." - Richard Brenner The agile community faces a significant evolution as the methodology matures from underground movement to established practice. Organizations are moving away from rigid framework implementations toward contextual problem-solving approaches. This shift requires practitioners to focus on solving real business issues rather than introducing agile for its own sake. The challenge lies in maintaining agile's core values while adapting to diverse organizational contexts and avoiding the trap of seeking simple solutions for complex problems. Maintaining Values-Based Working "It's not about winning over something. It's about using common sense, getting into interaction and trying to find sometimes complex solutions for complex problems." - Sabina Lammert Rather than declaring agile "dead," the community must refocus on value-based working and continuous adaptation. The real challenge involves empowering people to constantly reevaluate situations and embrace the reality that today's solutions may not work in three weeks or three years. This requires normalizing the inspect-and-adapt mindset as standard practice rather than exception, moving beyond method-focused thinking toward principle-driven decision making. Sustaining Community Spirit Through Challenging Times "In times of crisis, people tend to fall back to old patterns of behavior. We need to keep the ideas that made us work in a specific way alive." - Robert Ruzitschka Economic and political uncertainties create pressure to abandon agile practices in favor of traditional command-and-control approaches. Community events like Agile Tour Vienna play a crucial role in maintaining momentum for collaborative, adaptive working methods. The discipline required for agile practices - continuous integration, experimental approaches, market-driven feedback collection - represents a more sophisticated and ultimately more sustainable way of working than traditional project management approaches. The Discipline of Adaptability The discussion revealed an important distinction about discipline in agile environments. Agile teams demonstrate remarkable discipline through practices like continuous integration, experimental product development, and systematic feedback collection. This represents a more humane form of discipline that acknowledges complexity and enables adaptation, contrasting sharply with the rigid discipline of following predetermined plans regardless of changing circumstances. About Robert Ruzitschka, Sabina Lammert, and Richard Brenner Robert Ruzitschka is a Senior Principal Engineer at Raiffeisen Bank International and leads a team of Engineering Coaches. You can connect with Robert Ruzitschka on LinkedIn. Sabina Lammert is Founder and Agile Coach of Leadventure and supports Teams and organizations to improve their way of collaboration. You can connect with Sabina Lammert on LinkedIn. Richard Brenner is a previous guest, he started as Software Engineer and is now working as Agile Coach helping clients to adopt agile ways of working. You can connect with Richard Brenner on LinkedIn.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses how several major companies are projecting lower margins despite strong second-quarter growth.

Companies rushed to adopt AI, but now many are rolling those decisions back. Why? Customers are loudly opposed to using AI and the tools aren't turning profits. How long will it take for artificial intelligence to find its footing? Let's discuss.

Companies are spending big bucks advertising weight-loss drugs like Rybelsus, seeing huge potential in capitalizing on the popularity of Ozempic. But in Canada, so-called "reminder ads" can give only the name of the medication, not what it's for, telling people to ask their doctor for details. Ad man Terry O'Reilly says it can result in bad ads that turn people off, and pharmaceutical policy expert Barbara Mintzes says reminder ads can lead to overtreatment and high costs, doing more harm than good.

Why do investors struggle when it comes to selling stocks?  Richard Rosso & Matt Doyle look at the psychology of investing—exploring concepts like loss aversion, behavioral finance traps, and the emotional biases that make it so hard to hit the sell button. Whether you're a DIY investor or managing money professionally, understanding why we hold on too long is critical to protecting and growing your wealth. * Why fear and regret drive poor sell decisions * The role of loss aversion in behavioral finance * Strategies for setting disciplined sell rules * How the best investors overcome emotional biases * Learn how to take the emotion out of investing and make smarter, more profitable decisions.

Imagine you've gone through all the hassle of getting your podcast guests to sign those release forms. You're feeling pretty smug about it, right? Fast forward a few months or even years, and suddenly your guest, who apparently has turned into a drama queen, is begging you to take the interview down. What do you do? It's a wild ride as we dive deep into this conundrum that every podcaster dreads. Sure, you've got the legal high ground, but is it worth throwing your relationship with that guest under the bus?Takeaways: Even if guests signed a release form, they might still ask you to take down the interview later. Taking down an interview might save a relationship, and relationships matter in podcasting. Sometimes people change their minds, and it's easier to take the interview down than deal with drama. Being a jerk about a signed release could ruin future networking opportunities for you. The biggest benefit of interviews is the relationships, not just audience growth. It's often better to maintain good vibes than to get into a legal tug-of-war over content. Companies mentioned in this episode: School of Podcasting Katie Brinkley Jay Acunzo Mentioned in this episode:We Make Good Shows Better - Your Audience Will Thank YouPodcastHotSeat.com is the ultimate coaching experience for podcasters who want actionable feedback to take their show to the next level. Whether you want to refine your content, improve audience engagement, or enhance your production quality, the Podcast Hot Seat provides expert insights and a supportive environment to help you grow. Join the hot seat and watch your podcast thrive!Podcas Hot SeatThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

As President Donald Trump's tariffs make waves in the world economy, multinational companies are mulling what it could mean for their intangible assets like intellectual property and brand recognition. The vast majority of corporate value comes from intangibles. In 2020, such assets made up 90% of the value of the S&P 500, according to an often-cited study by IP consultant Ocean Tomo—up from up from just 17% in 1975. Tariffs don't directly levy fees on intangibles, but their value is often embedded into imported products, raising the tariffed price. These intangible assets can also come with a smorgasbord of options for companies to locate IP in countries to best blunt the impacts of tariffs or reduce taxes on their business. On this episode of Talking Tax, Grant Thornton principal Glen Marku talked with reporter Caleb Harshberger about what companies' intangible assets could mean for their tariffs exposure and whether they need to rethink their tax planning. Do you have feedback on this episode of Talking Tax? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

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Can NVIDIA's recent earnings continue to bolster the market? Or maybe Nano Banana is the savior of AI? Travis Hoium, Jon Quast, and Dan Caplinger discuss: - NVIDIA's earnings- Nano Banana from Google Gemini- Spotify gets social- Dollar General show momentum in retail. Companies discussed: NVIDIA (NVDA), Alphabet (GOOG), Microsoft (MSFT), Meta Platforms (META), Dollar General (DG), Dollarama (DOL), Spotify (SPOT). Host: Travis HoiumGuests: Jon Quast, Dan CaplingerEngineer: Bart Shannon Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Asha Sharma leads AI product strategy at Microsoft, where she works with thousands of companies building AI products and has unique visibility into what's working (and what's not) across more than 15,000 startups and enterprises. Before Microsoft, Asha was COO at Instacart, and VP of Product & Engineering at Meta, notably leading product for Messenger.What you'll learn:1. Why we're moving from “product as artifact” to “product as organism” and what this means for builders2. Microsoft's “seasons” planning framework that allows them to adapt quickly in the AI era3. The death of the org chart: how agents are turning hierarchies into task networks and why “the loop, not the lane” is the new organizing principle4. Why post-training will soon see more investment than pre-training—and how to build your own AI moat with fine-tuning5. Her prediction for the “agentic society”—where org charts become work charts and agents outnumber humans in your company6. The three-phase pattern every successful AI company follows (and why most fail at phase one)7. The rise of code-native interfaces and why GUIs might be going the way of the desktop8. What Asha learned from Satya Nadella about optimism—Brought to you by:Enterpret—Transform customer feedback into product growth: https://enterpret.com/lennyDX—The developer intelligence platform designed by leading researchers: http://getdx.com/lennyFin—The #1 AI agent for customer service: https://fin.ai/lenny—Transcript: ⁠https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-80000-companies-build-with-ai-asha-sharma⁠—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): ⁠https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/171413445/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation⁠—Where to find Asha Sharma:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aboutasha/• Blog: https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/author/asha-sharma/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Asha Sharma(04:18) From “product as artifact” to “product as organism”(06:20) The rise of post-training and the future of AI product development(09:10) Successful AI companies: patterns and pitfalls(12:01) The evolution of full-stack builders(14:15) “The loop, not the lane”—the new organizing principle(16:24) The future of user interfaces: from GUI to code-native(19:34) The rise of the agentic society(22:58) The “work chart” vs. the “org chart”(26:24) How Microsoft is using agents(28:23) Planning and strategy in the AI landscape(35:38) The importance of platform fundamentals(39:31) Lessons from industry giants(42:10) What's driving Asha(44:30) Reinforcement learning (RL) and optimization loops(49:19) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Copilot: https://copilot.microsoft.com/• Cursor: https://cursor.com/• The rise of Cursor: The $300M ARR AI tool that engineers can't stop using | Michael Truell (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-rise-of-cursor-michael-truell• Inside ChatGPT: The fastest growing product in history | Nick Turley (Head of ChatGPT at OpenAI): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-chatgpt-nick-turley• GitHub: https://github.com• Dragon Medical One: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/health-solutions/clinical-workflow/dragon-medical-one• Windsurf: https://windsurf.com/• Building a magical AI code editor used by over 1 million developers in four months: The untold story of Windsurf | Varun Mohan (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-untold-story-of-windsurf-varun-mohan• Lovable: https://lovable.dev/• Building Lovable: $10M ARR in 60 days with 15 people | Anton Osika (CEO and co-founder): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/building-lovable-anton-osika• Bolt: http://bolt.com• Inside Bolt: From near-death to ~$40m ARR in 5 months—one of the fastest-growing products in history | Eric Simons (founder and CEO of StackBlitz): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-bolt-eric-simons• Replit: https://replit.com/•Behind the product: Replit | Amjad Masad (co-founder and CEO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/behind-the-product-replit-amjad-masad• He saved OpenAI, invented the “Like” button, and built Google Maps: Bret Taylor on the future of careers, coding, agents, and more: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/he-saved-openai-bret-taylor• Sierra: https://sierra.ai/• Spark: https://github.com/features/spark• Peter Yang on X: https://x.com/petergyang• How AI will impact product management: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-ai-will-impact-product-management• Instacart: http://instacart.com/• Terminator: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminator_(franchise)• Porch Group: https://porchgroup.com/• WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/• Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html• Satya Nadella on X: https://x.com/satyanadella• Perfect Match 360°: Artificial intelligence to find the perfect donor match: https://ivi-fertility.com/blog/perfect-match-360-artificial-intelligence-to-find-the-perfect-donor-match/• OpenAI's GPT-5 shows potential in healthcare with early cancer detection capabilities: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/openais-gpt-5-shows-potential-in-healthcare-with-early-cancer-detection-capabilities/articleshow/123173952.cms• F1: The Movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16311594/• For All Mankind on AppleTV+: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/for-all-mankind/umc.cmc.6wsi780sz5tdbqcf11k76mkp7• The Home Depot: https://www.homedepot.com/• Dewalt Powerstack: https://www.dewalt.com/powerstack• Regret Minimization Framework: https://s3.amazonaws.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/sites/2147500522/themes/2148012322/downloads/rLuObc2QuOwjLrinx5Yu_regret-minimization-framework.pdf—Recommended books:• The Thinking Machine: Jensen Huang, Nvidia, and the World's Most Coveted Microchip: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Machine-Jensen-Coveted-Microchip/dp/0593832698• Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593466497Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed.My biggest takeaways from this conversation: To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com

Today's show:Wilson Sonsini Partner Becki DeGraw returns to Startup Legal Basics with Jason to break down what's happening in today's startup market. From excess dry powder on the VC side to companies struggling to “grow into” their valuations, Becki shares what founders need to know about deal terms, pay-to-play provisions, and the shift from the 2021 heyday to today's more structured environment.Why down rounds and structured deals are becoming more commonHow “pay-to-play” works (and why it's showing up so often now)The psychology of VCs vs. founders during tough fundraisesWhat the M&A landscape really looks like in 2025Legal provisions investors are using to protect themselves in today's talent warsWhether you're a founder preparing for your next round or an investor navigating tougher terms, this conversation will help you understand the new realities of startup fundraising.*Timestamps:(0:00) Becki DeGraw joins Jason for Startup Legal Basics(1:12) The “perfect storm” shaping today's startup market(4:30) Companies struggling to grow into 2021 valuations(6:31) Why down rounds and structured deals are rising(8:59) Pay-to-play explained: what happens if investors don't participate(15:43) The mid-market M&A wave vs. big tech acquisitions(20:37) Talent wars, acqui-hires, and protective legal provisions*Check Out Wilson Sonsini: https://www.wsgr.comCheck out all of the Startup Basics episodes here: https://thisweekinstartups.com/basics*Follow Becki:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-degraw-639bbb62/*Follow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis*Follow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.com

On this episode of the Let's Go Win Podcast, I sit down with Ben Reinberg, founder and CEO of Alliance Consolidated Group of Companies, to unpack the mindset, strategy, and discipline behind building a commercial real estate empire. Ben went from humble beginnings in Chicago to managing hundreds of millions in assets, and he's distilled decades of lessons into his new book Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times.This conversation goes far beyond deals and spreadsheets. We dive into the resilience, gratitude, and obsession it takes to thrive in commercial real estate — and in life. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, Ben lays out a practical playbook for creating and protecting wealth through hard assets.

How the US Republicans moved from the free market and a small state to big interventions in the American economy?Why Chinese EV makers have got ahead of Tesla?And if you're running a business in Russia, why you can't advertise on social media from next week?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says that AI is about to take off and the Fed should be paying more attention to it (and should lower rates accordingly). And earlier in the week a top Trump advisor says that the U.S. government plans on taking more stakes in companies.Featured Guests: Matt Watson, founder and CEO, Origin | Ben Narasin, founder and general partner, Tenacity VC

Can we build technology today to defend against the threats of tomorrow? This week, Technology Now concludes a double episode on post quantum cryptography and explores the subject of firmware, why it's imperative that it be protected against quantum attacks and why a simple update can't solve every problem. Nigel Edwards, Director of the Security Lab at HPE Labs, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Nigel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigel-edwards-170591/?originalSubdomain=ukSources: https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2016/01/the-long-and-winding-history-of-encryption/423726/https://www.theqrl.org/blog/history-of-cryptography-behind-the-code-episode-1/https://www.theguardian.com/science/2025/may/07/todays-ai-can-crack-second-world-war-enigma-code-in-short-order-experts-say

Pause ads are going programmatic, as connected TV ad buying becomes more automated. Plus: how publishers are proposing to be compensated by AI companies – and the odds that they'll receive what they are asking for.

Summary   In this episode of the Customer Service Revolution podcast, Denise Thompson interviews Dave Murray, VP of consulting for the DiJulius Group. They discuss the critical connection between employee experience and customer experience, the challenges of accidental management, and the importance of a strong recruiting and onboarding process. Dave shares insights from his book, 'The Employee Experience Revolution,' emphasizing the need for organizations to focus on internal culture to drive external success. The conversation also touches on the evolving expectations of employees, particularly regarding work-life balance, and previews upcoming workshops aimed at improving recruitment and onboarding practices.   Takeaways Employee experience directly impacts customer experience. 82% of managers are accidental managers, lacking training. Transforming internal culture can lead to better customer service. Companies must focus on consistent management practices. Recruiting processes should reflect company culture and values. Onboarding is a critical opportunity for engagement. Work-life balance is increasingly important for employees. Organizations need to proactively manage their culture. Effective training for managers is essential for retention. Creating a memorable experience starts from the first contact. Sound Bites "82% of managers are accidental managers." "Two minutes to 12 seconds is a big difference." "We want to be selective in our hiring." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Customer Experience and Employee Engagement 01:58The Need for Employee Experience Revolution 05:01Transforming Customer Experience through Employee Engagement 09:36Attracting and Retaining Top Talent 13:58The Importance of a Positive Recruiting Experience 17:39Creating Growth Opportunities for Employees 22:26The Importance of Structured Training 24:17Creating a Memorable Recruiting Experience 27:06Attracting Candidates: Company Culture and Reputation 31:04Work-Life Balance and Generational Expectations 34:18Enhancing the Onboarding Process 37:35Applying Recruitment Strategies to Educational Institutions   Links Customer Experience Executive Academy: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/project/cx-executive-academy/ Interview Questions: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/resources/ The DiJulius Group Methdology: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/x-commandment-methodology/ Experience Revolution Membership:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/membership/ Schedule a Complimentary Call with one of our advisors:  tdg.click/claudia Books:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/shop/ Zappos call:  https://thedijuliusgroup.com/is-zappos-really-that-good-at-customer-service-manager-fired-for-responses-to-online-reviewers/ Blogs on Above and Beyond Culture: https://thedijuliusgroup.com/category/above-beyond-culture/ Contacts:  Lindsey@thedijuliusgroup.com , Claudia@thedijuliusgroup.com Subscribe We talk about topics like this each week; be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.

In this episode of Around the House with Eric G, we sit down with Tom Kubiniec, CEO of SecureIt Tactical and one of the nation's leading experts on gun safety, firearm storage, and home security. With decades of experience designing military armories for elite units like the Navy SEALs, Tom brings his unique perspective to civilian gun owners who want to protect their families while maintaining secure and responsible firearm access.Tom challenges the traditional gun safe industry, pointing out why most safes are little more than “metal boxes” that don't deliver true firearm security. Instead, he introduces the innovative idea of decentralized storage—strategically placing fast-access safes throughout the home so your firearms are both secure and accessible when needed.Key topics we cover include:Why most gun safes fail to provide real security or fire protection.How decentralized firearm storage increases safety and accessibility.Practical home security tips like motion-sensor lighting and making your home less attractive to burglars.The dangers of hidden firearms in homes with children—and safer alternatives for responsible gun owners.Why secure firearm access is just as important as locking things away.Whether you're a long-time gun owner or just someone interested in home safety, this episode offers valuable insights that go far beyond the basics of locking up firearms. Tom's mix of practical advice, humor, and straight talk makes this a must-listen for anyone serious about responsible gun ownership and home security.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Chris Yelland, managing director at EE Business Intelligence and Zwelinzima Vavi, General Secretary at SA Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu), about the electricity shock as steeper price hikes are announced following regulator errors. In other interviews, Keet van Zyl, co-founder and partner at Knife Capital and Seeiso Matlanyane - Head of Equities at Prescient Investment Management, discuss the opportunities and risks of investing in unlisted companies. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Unified Brand Podcast, we're joined by Howard Lim — renowned branding expert, business strategist, and author of Authentic Branding. With over 30 years of experience and a client list including Apple, Disney, DreamWorks, and Honda, Howard shares timeless insights on building brands with soul, vision, and long-term clarity.In this episode, we dive into:Why most companies unknowingly outgrow their original brand identityThe three parts of a brand every business must understand: position, identity, and imageHow to design companies from the inside out using Howard's SIM model (Strategy, Implementation, Management)The dangers of fragmented branding and "brand schizophrenia"Why consistent brand DNA is non-negotiable — and how to define yoursCase studies that grew 2000x by applying authentic branding principlesThe real difference between branding, marketing, and advertisingHoward also reveals the origin of his bestselling book Authentic Branding, and offers practical tips you can apply immediately to realign and future-proof your brand.Get the book: Authentic Branding by Howard Lim on AmazonFor Howard's brand assessment offer -  howard@howcreative.com------------------------- If you're a founder or marketer looking to build a brand people genuinely care about, this is a must-listen.

Justin, Jen, and Heaton break down Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's proposal that the U.S. government take equity stakes in defense contractors. It's a plan criticized as creeping socialism by Republicans but framed by Lutnick as fair compensation for taxpayer investment. They also tackle the backlash to Cracker Barrel's (now former) new logo, which abandoned its traditional imagery in favor of a minimal, modern design. From Trump's mocking to bipartisan confusion online, the panel explores why even subtle branding tweaks can trigger culture war blowback.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro and Taylor Swift00:21:41 - Defense Companies00:53:05 - Cracker Barrel01:21:11 - Emails01:33:35 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful first part of a two-part conversation, Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with longtime friend and business leader Jason Castellan, Co-Founder & CEO of Skyline Group of Companies.Jason shares how growing up in small-town Walkerton, Ontario, instilled humility, resilience, and a relentless work ethic that carried him from hockey rinks and hayfields to co-founding one of Canada's most respected real estate investment firms.From his first student rental at the University of Guelph to overseeing $9 billion in assets under management and 1,000 employees, Jason pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to scale a business: financing hacks, the importance of partnerships, knowing when to let go, and why trust and relationships are more valuable than capital.This episode is a masterclass in grit, community-driven leadership, and building wealth with integrity.Timestamps00:00 – The myth of the straight path in business & near-bankruptcy moments01:30 – Introducing Jason Castellan & Skyline's $9B journey04:00 – Lessons from Walkerton: humility, farming roots & mentorship07:00 – Childhood, hockey dreams, and how sports shaped his competitiveness13:00 – The first student rental at Guelph and early entrepreneurial lessons15:30 – Scaling to 52 houses: financing, sweat equity & creative problem-solving21:00 – Financing strategies: trust, relationships, and building a social network27:00 – Building your own legend: why life outside business matters30:00 – Person vs. story: what investors really buy33:00 – Facing doubt, trust, and learning to scale through partnerships39:00 – Business battles, resilience, and “one more round” perseverance42:30 – Experience creates strategy: when to let go & hire experts46:00 – Leveraging talent: how Skyline attracted top-tier leaders50:00 – Roadshows, raising capital & building Skyline's REIT structure55:00 – Closing thoughts: responsibility, growth, and investor trustNotable Quotes“Build your legend. Be more than just a businessperson—have stories, have character, have a life that's interesting to share.” – Jason Castellan“Face-to-face relationships are the currency of real estate—and of business.” – Jason Castellan“I wouldn't have a fraction of what I have today if it wasn't for partners.” – Jason CastellanResources & MentionsSkyline Group of Companies → SkylineSkyline Apartment REIT → Learn moreSkyline Industrial REIT → Learn moreSkyline Retail REIT → Learn moreSkyline Clean Energy Fund → Learn moreKey TakeawaysBusiness is never a straight line – resilience and adaptability are everything.Partnerships can multiply success – sweat + equity =...

Join me as I chat with Logan Kilpatrick about Google's new Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model (Nano Banana), he showcases its capabilities for image generation and editing. We explore practical applications including creating marketing assets, product placement, and interactive experiences, all accessible through Google's AI Studio platform. The conversation highlights both the technical capabilities and business opportunities for developers or vibe coders to build innovative products with this technology. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:34 - Nano Banana Overview 04:55 - Demo of AI-generated product ads 10:06 - Demo of Social Assets 11:41 - Demo AI-Generated Mockup Generator 15:05 - How to edit image with prompting 18:45 - Best Practices for Prompting 21:18 - Product placement demonstration 23:04 Three Levels of Using the Model 25:54 - Why you should start using Nano Banana now Try Nano Banana: https://startup-ideas-pod.link/nano-banana Key Points: • Logan Kilpatrick demonstrates Google's new Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model (nicknamed "Nano Banana") • The model excels at fast image generation and editing with impressive quality at low cost (about 4 cents per image) • Multiple product applications are showcased including ad creation, image editing, and interactive experiences • AI Studio provides free access to experiment with the model through chat and pre-built applications • Developers can "vibe code" custom applications using the model's capabilities The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: boringmarketing.com  The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn: thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.skool.com/startupempire/about FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg  Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND LOGAN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/OfficialLoganK  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoganKilpatrickYT  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/logankilpatrick/

US Senator Sanders favors Trump plan to take stake in Intel and other chipmakersBernie: "If microchip companies make a profit from the generous grants they receive from the federal government, the taxpayers of America have a right to a reasonable return on that investment."Mark Zuckerberg gifted noise-canceling headphones to his Palo Alto neighbors because of the non-stop construction around his 11 homesCracker Barrel, under fire from Donald Trump Jr. and Steak n' Shake, apologizes to fans but won't drop new logo“If the last few days have shown us anything, it's how deeply people care about Cracker Barrel. We're truly grateful for your heartfelt voices,” the company said Monday in a statement on its website.“You've also shown us that we could have done a better job sharing who we are and who we'll always be.”On Monday, the Lebanon, Tennessee-based company emphasized that many things about Cracker Barrel won't change, including the rocking chairs on its front porches and vintage Americana and antiques scattered throughout its restaurants.Cracker Barrel also said it will continue to honor Uncle Herschel — the older man in the former logo, who represents the uncle of Cracker Barrel's founder — on its menu and on items sold in its stores.But Cracker Barrel said it also wants to make sure that the business stays fresh and attracts a new generation of customers.Maine's Populist Senate Candidate Thinks We Are in a New Gilded AgeAccording to Graham Platner, America has entered a new gilded age and needs a politics that can meet the moment. “I think the comparisons between the late 19th century and now are apt: vast amounts of wealth and regulatory structures that in no way, shape, or form keep that wealth in check,” pointing to the power people like Elon Musk and other prominent Silicon Valley leaders have over the current administration.He pointed to his state's famed and tightly regulated lobster industry as an example.“The state of Maine has passed laws over the years that have regulated the lobster industry in a very specific way, and it means there's one boat, one captain, one license. Fishing can only be conducted while the captain is aboard. This has entirely disincentivized consolidation,” he explained.“The result is a half-a-billion-dollar-a-year industry for the state of Maine that has almost no corporate ownership.”When presented with the alternative theory—that Maine should instead allow consolidation in its prize industry and redistribute wealth back to workers and their communities through other means—he bluntly dismissed its proponents. “Those people are full of shit. The distribution of resources needs to happen at the level where things are being produced.”Lisa Cook Says She Will Not Step Down From the Fed Board“I will not resign,” she said. “I will continue to carry out my duties to help the American economy as I have been doing since 2022.”Meta Defector Issues Devastating Psychological Takedown of Tech CEOsNick Clegg, a former Meta executive who left the company at the start of this year: "If you're accustomed to privilege, equality feels like oppression.""You'd think, wouldn't you, that if you were immensely powerful and rich like Elon Musk and all these other tech bros and members of that podcast community that you'd reflect on your good fortune compared with most other people?" Instead, Clegg seethed, they cry persecution."In Silicon Valley, far from thinking they're lucky, they think they're hard done by, [that] they're victims. I couldn't, and still can't, understand this deeply unattractive combination of machismo and self-pity."Red Lobster Is Betting on Black Diners With Its Brand ComebackCEO Damola Adamolekun, who took over the job last September, a 36-year-old Nigerian American, who is also credited with rescuing P.F. Chang's.Red Lobster has been a part of America's casual-dining landscape since the first location opened in Lakeland, Fla., in 1968. Just four years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act, many restaurants in the South were still segregated de facto. Red Lobster embraced diversity, opening its doors to Black customers and hiring Black workers.The ‘woke' words Democrats should cut from their vocabularyA new memo identifies 45 words and phrases for Democrats to avoid, alleging the terms turn voters off. They span six categories: Therapy-Speak (1/11: Triggering); Seminar Room Language (0/8); Organizer Jargon (1/8: Stakeholders); Gender/Orientation Correctness (1/8: Patriarchy); The Shifting Language of Racial Constructs (0/5); Explaining Away Crime (0/4)Korea passes boardroom reform, curbing chaebol powerSouth Korea has passed a significant boardroom reform aimed at curbing the power of the country's large family-owned conglomerates, known as "chaebol."Here are some key changes:Mandatory Cumulative VotingFor large listed companies with assets exceeding 2 trillion won (about $1.44 billion), a cumulative voting system is now required. This system allows minority shareholders to pool their votes and elect a representative to the board, giving them a greater voice in corporate governance.Increased Power for Audit CommitteesThe number of audit committee members elected separately from the controlling shareholders will increase from one to at least two. This strengthens the independence of the audit committee, which is responsible for overseeing financial reporting and internal controls.Broader Application of the "3% Rule"The "3% rule," which limits the voting power of the largest shareholders to 3% when electing audit committee members, will now be extended to independent directors. Previously, this cap only applied to internal directors.Extended Fiduciary Duty of DirectorsA previous amendment in July extended the fiduciary duty of directors to all shareholders, not just the company. This change is intended to prevent controlling families from making decisions that benefit themselves at the expense of minority shareholders."Outside Directors" Renamed "Independent Directors"A symbolic but important change that emphasizes the need for directors to act independently of management and controlling shareholders.Mandatory Hybrid Shareholder MeetingsFor publicly traded firms with more than 2 trillion won in assets, hybrid shareholder meetings will be mandatory. This will allow shareholders to participate and vote online, increasing accessibility and participation.Increased Proportion of Independent DirectorsThe required proportion of independent directors on the board has been raised from one-quarter to one-third, further strengthening independent oversight of management."Yellow Envelope Bill"This measure, passed alongside the boardroom reforms, secures bargaining rights for subcontracted workers, which could have a significant impact on the labor practices of chaebol.Revamping Public Broadcaster GovernanceThe reforms also include measures to revamp the governance of public broadcasters, which could reduce the influence of chaebol on the media.UnitedHealth forms new ‘public responsibility' board committeeThe committee will oversee areas where UnitedHealth has struggled or faced public scrutiny: underwriting and forecasting, regulatory relationships, reputational matters, and M&A.Michele Hooper, who's served on UnitedHealth's board since 2007, will step down as lead independent director to chair the committee. Hooper, who will remain a director, will be replaced as lead independent director by F. William McNabb, the former CEO of investing firm the Vanguard Group who has served on UnitedHealth's board since 2018.The U.S. EV fast-charging network is seeing explosive growth—despite Trump's policiesInstallation of fast DC chargers that can get an EV to 80% charged in less than an hour are up more than 25% from 2024—despite the loss of Biden administration initiatives designed to support the growth of the network.Companies with climate targets have more than tripled since 2023The number of companies worldwide with both validated near-term and net-zero science-based climate targets has more than tripled since the end of 2023, from 583 to 1,904, according to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).A total of 10,949 companies worldwide now either have near-term targets or near-term and net-zero targets, or have committed to set them, according to a report by the Science-Based Targets initiative.Air Canada reaches a deal to end flight attendant strikeThe tentative deal secures Air Canada flight attendants at least 60 minutes of ground pay, for their time before each flight, at a rate of 50 per cent of a flight attendant's hourly rate, with that rate increasing five per cent each year.The airline is also proposing immediate pay increases of 12 per cent for flight attendants with five years or less of service with Air Canada, and eight per cent for those who have worked at the airline longer than that.Kimbal Musk on Elon's Tesla pay package: 'My brother deserves to be paid'

Building Business Value Through Strategic Branding: Insights from Wendy Coulter of Hummingbird Creative GroupIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge interviewed Wendy Coulter, President and CEO of Hummingbird Creative Group. With over three decades of expertise in branding and marketing, Wendy discussed how strategic branding can transform a business—not just in terms of sales and marketing, but across company culture, operations, and even its overall valuation. This episode is a must-listen for business leaders, marketers, and entrepreneurs looking to leverage branding for long-term success.Strategic Branding as a Business Growth EngineWendy highlights that branding is a strategic asset that impacts every part of a company, from culture to customer interactions. It's not just about a logo or a catchy slogan; branding encompasses the entire business model. It shapes internal culture, drives how employees engage with customers, and builds a reputation that attracts trust and credibility. By aligning your brand with your core values and mission, you create a business that stands out in a crowded marketplace.Wendy also points out the critical role that branding plays in company valuation. A well-established, differentiated brand can increase your company's worth by as much as 25% to 100% when the business is up for sale. Companies with strong brands are seen as more attractive to investors, and they often enjoy higher profit margins compared to their competitors. As such, branding isn't just an expense—it's an investment that pays off long-term in terms of both growth and valuation.Finally, Wendy emphasizes the importance of starting with strategy before diving into tactics. Many businesses rush into digital marketing or paid ads without a clear brand strategy, leading to wasted resources and ineffective messaging. Instead, businesses should define their unique value propositions, set clear goals, and develop a comprehensive brand strategy to guide all marketing efforts. This ensures that all campaigns and messaging are aligned with the company's business objectives, reducing wasted spend and improving effectiveness.About Wendy CoulterWendy Coulter is the President and CEO of Hummingbird Creative Group, a branding and marketing agency that helps businesses elevate their brands to drive growth. With over 30 years of experience in marketing, Wendy has worked with numerous companies to create impactful, strategic brands that resonate with their audiences and position them for long-term success. She is passionate about using branding as a tool for transformation, helping businesses of all sizes navigate the complexities of the market to stand out and thrive.About Hummingbird Creative GroupHummingbird Creative Group is a strategic branding agency dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes build and elevate their brands. With a focus on clarity and differentiation, Hummingbird works closely with clients to define their core values, mission, and unique positioning. The agency's services go beyond traditional marketing; they aim to create a cohesive brand experience that aligns with business goals, drives growth, and fosters internal culture. Through their tailored approach, Hummingbird helps companies build brands that resonate with both their teams and their customers.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Hummingbird Creative GroupThe Hummingbird Effect PodcastKey Episode HighlightsBranding as a Strategic Asset: Strong branding impacts every aspect of your business, from culture to operations, and is critical in differentiating your company.Branding and Company Valuation: A...

Businesses are scrambling for ways to minimize the impact of the Trump administration's global tariff policy. Today on the show, we go over some of the tricks and legal loopholes that companies are employing to get around these sudden import taxes.Related episodes: The legal case for — and against — Trump's tariffs The secret tariff-free zone You told us how tariffs are affecting you For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.  Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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There are new ways to tackle weight loss, but the stocks leading the way are lagging. Today on Motley Fool Money, Rick Munarriz, with analysts Karl Thiel and Jason Hall dig into the problems with weight loss stocks. There's also a look at some investments that can survive next month's potential volatility as well as a long-term view at disruptors of the future that you probably didn't see coming.  They unpack: Three companies that can ride high through what could be a volatile September. A reality check for GLP-1 and other weight loss stocks. Finding the next great disruptor that could be hiding in plain sight. Companies discussed: VKTX, NVO, LLY, UNH, TREX, DIS, TBBB, LEN  Host: Rick Munarriz, Karl Thiel, Jason Hall  Producer: Anand Chokkavelu Engineer: Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices