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Nic Marks is, as one of his clients described him, a “statistician with a soul” due to his love of hard statistical skills and his soft people skills and focus on quantifying variables such as happiness. Well known for his 2010 TED talk, “The Happy Planet Index”, which has been viewed over 2.5 million times, Nic is the founder and CEO of Friday, a company that measures and improves employee happiness in order to help businesses build a positive productive work culture - the result of working with over 1,000 clients creating measures of their employees’ experience of work.He’s been in the field for over 25 years, tracking people’s quality of life with an emphasis on their emotional experience. In 2011 he was named one of the top ten original thinkers by Director’s magazine and by Forbes Magazine as having one of the Seven Most Powerful Ideas of the year.Listen as we discuss:How Nic became interested in measuring quality of lifeThe unexpected, massive success of his TED TalkAre we doing better on the Happy Planet Index since his talk in 2010?Tracking the dips in UK national mood across the various lockdownsWhy his company, Friday, takes weekly happiness surveys for their clientsThe importance of assessing happiness at work in group settingsThe Five Ways to Happy WorkplacesNic's own weaknesses when it comes to happiness upkeepWhy does happiness at work matter?Instagram: @mo_gawdatFacebook: @mo.gawdat.officialTwitter: @mgawdatLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatWebsite: mogawdat.com/podcastConnect with Nic Marks on Twitter @iamnicmarks, and his website, nicmarks.org. Check out Friday Pulse and take the survey at Friday One. Don't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Sunday and Thursday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappy.

Nic and Matt are back for another blockbuster week. In this episode:  How Nic ended up being labeled the most violent person on Earth Fidelity files for their Wise Origin Bitcoin ETF The significance of Fidelity's filing today Can the GBTC product actually be redeemed by a majority of shareholders? Amendments to the GBTC charter Odds of the SEC finally seeing the light on the ETF Why an ETF approval is more urgent than ever The toppiest top signal ever making us nervous FATF is back with a vengeance Jack Dorsey includes a Blockclock in his Congressional testimony Is Bitcoin a battery? Content mentioned:  Peter Johnson, Crypto Credit Market Breakdown Nic Carter, The Frustrating, Maddening, All-Consuming Bitcoin Energy Debate Nick Grossman, Bitcoin as a Battery This episode is brought to you by Sovryn, DeFi on Bitcoin.

China is one of the challenging countries to get into. The same speaks truly of the Chinese culture. What benefit would you gain from learning the Chinese culture and tradition? Understanding and learning them improves your way of life and impacts greatly the way you connect and relate with people every day. Nic Doering and AJ Donnelly are the British husband and wife team who co-founded Cultural Keys Chinese Culture Centre, a Beijing-based start-up that teaches traditional Chinese culture to companies and individuals. In this episode, Nic and AJ share their experiences -- both the bad and the good-- living in a challenging country like China. Here, you get to take a glean on how they are making a good time, turning around those difficult situations into opportunities for learning and growth. The mindset they displayed shows a lot of the qualities needed of someone living in a foreign place. That there’s no reason to complain, that it’s better to come from a place of humbleness, of curiosity, and willingness to learn so you have that worthwhile experience of things surrounding you. Most importantly, learn to smile, it always goes a long way. And that, believe there is always a way, there surely is, no matter what your best way is.   What you will learn from this episode: Find out helpful ways you can explore, enjoy, and embrace the Chinese culture and be a successful ex-pat in a challenging country like China Find out the positive qualities to imbibe as ex-pats to get you through the day and treat any difficult situation as an opportunity to learn and be appreciative of the place you are in Learn how to have that leap of faith that no matter what, there will always be people who are willing to help and things will turn out well in the end   “Chinese culture is the most important thing to me. And that's the basis of how I live my life and what we do with our company. We try to let people understand the value that is in traditional Chinese culture and how it can improve their lives.” - Nic Doering and AJ Donnelly   Topics Covered: 01:47 - How Nic came to Beijing 02:26 - AJ recalling how he came and stayed in China 03:30 - Nic comparing Beijing from the place she used to live in the personal and business perspectives 04:06 - Having the convenience of the city just an hour away and a slower more traditional pace and aspect of life in the suburb 05:59 - What gives AJ the idea of starting Cultural Keys 08:33 - How is it like coping with being far away from their place of origin 10:27 - Ways you can be a successful ex-pat in China 12:16 - What to them are the advantages and disadvantages of being an ex-pat 14:53 - How having faith in people turn around difficult situations while living in China for many years  15:59 - There is always a way -- no matter what the best way for you 17:43 - An inconvenient but funny experience they went through as a couple 20:08 - AJ’s funny experience -- mistakenly took what he said as terrorist for a tourist with him arrested for questioning 23:25 - Why Nic would keep a diary if she’s given the chance to go back when she first started in China 25:45 - What's the value in learning Chinese culture?   Key Takeaways: “You live in Beijing city, you're part of that metropolis, that city life. Out here, we have the convenience of the city as an hour down the road but we also have that slower pace of life, and more traditional aspects of life living out here.” - AJ Donnelly “I really want to do something, to help people understand more about China, to access China, because I'm a big believer in the idea that if you understand the culture if you understand the history, you understand the people in the modern world better.” - AJ Donnelly “If you know where you want to go, if you know what you want to achieve, you will find a way to do it. Never believe that there is no way. There sure is.” - AJ Donnelly “I think I wish I'd learned the language before I moved here. That would have made my life infinitely different. I would never have had to rely on other people. And I would always have known what was going on and I think I would have settled in much, much quicker if I'd had the language sooner.” - AJ Donnelly “I would say it's the ability to accept the unpredictable, you can't be afraid of just totally random things, particularly in China. I think that's the key to surviving in a place like China.” - Nic Doering “I think for me, it would be, you know, write things down as a diary or whatever and take more photos. Because I think it's always interesting to sort of look back and see, not only what decisions you made because you probably remember what you decided to do, but you might not remember why you made that decision.” - Nic Doering “I think, in any new situation, it requires a leap of faith, and the vast majority of times it is going to work out for you. Maybe not in the way you thought, but it will.” - Nic Doering   Ways to Connect with Nic Doering and AJ Donnelly:       Website: https://www.culturalkeys.cn/       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aj-donnelly/       Twitter: https://twitter.com/CulturalKeysCN       Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culturalkeys/       Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturalKeysChina?   Ways to Connect with Howard Whiteson:       Website: https://www.wealthwithoutborders.net/       Podcast: https://www.wealthwithoutborders.net/podcast/       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardwhiteson  

Nic and Matt return for one of the most explosive weeks in the history of the podcast. In this episode:  How Nic ended up at war with the Dogecoin fans CIV closes a $50m fund Tom Brady wins the Super Bowl Should responsible CFOs own Bitcoin on their corporate balance sheets? Bitcoin on the balance sheet as a signaling mechanism BNY Mellon announces support for Bitcoin The St Louis Fed is writing articles about DeFi Nic orangepills Central Bankers Our guesses for the first central banks to adopt Bitcoin Nigeria contemplates a Bitcoin ban Mastercard is supporting cryptocurrency on their networks – what does this mean? The Bitcoin energy debate Can you compare Bitcoin to Visa? Are Christmas lights wasteful Content mentioned in this episode:  Nic in Coindesk, What Bloomberg Gets Wrong About Bitcoin’s Climate Footprint St Louis Fed, DeFi coverage Nic on Bloomberg, Bitcoin's Impact on the Environment  

Since our first podcasting season started a little late for this episode, we thought we would re-lease it at this time. As it is now time to start your seeds indoors!Enjoy our ENCORE EPISODE, a little more on time!___________________Nic and Mike talk about the itch to get going in your garden while it's still cold outside. How Nic started seeding indoors to get that jump start on Mother Nature. Nic has a few tips for you and Mike realizes pumpkin pies are not made from pumpkins! Please join us on "Your Midwest Garden" Podcast.Toledo Permaculture Network website:https://www.toledopermaculture.org___________________If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in to shop around at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:https://www.blackdiamondgrows.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/yourmidwestgarden)

Welcome to another Asset Management Friday segment, focused on educating operators, building better systems, and becoming a best in class operator. Today’s guest is Nic Espanet, a Principal at Thrive Multifamily LLC and a multifamily real estate investor based in Fort Worth, Texas. Nic has been passively investing in multifamily assets since 2016 and has been a multifamily syndicator and asset manager since 2018. He has worked as a licensed physical therapist since 1996 and has run his own private practice since 2012. His experience as a small business owner combined with his detail-oriented personality has equipped the strong growth of Thrive Multifamily, a Texas-based multifamily syndication company. Nic is currently an asset manager in 3 multifamily syndications totaling 452 units, and is a passive investor in an additional 1780 units at 7 properties. In this episode, Nic shares a bit about himself and his syndication business, his experience of asset management in tertiary markets, and some of the challenges therein. He also talks about building in economic vacancy in tertiary markets and explains how he mitigates tax and insurance increases, so make sure to tune in today!Key Points From This Episode:Nic introduces himself and his syndication business and explains how he got into real estate.Asset management in tertiary markets like Abilene versus DFW – Nic shares his experience. The challenges of asset managing are putting together contractors and boots on the ground.While underwriting on lease-ups isn’t a challenge, Nic always builds in a little more economic vacancy in tertiary markets.How Nic mitigates tax and insurance increases in Texas, by using a skilled tax consultant.Nic advises asset managers to look at rental, collections, and delinquency, but to also focus on expenses, income, and work orders too.The number one problem Nic’s mentees face when they come to him about asset managing.Nic says his asset management superpower is persistence and getting positive feedback.Tweetables:“On the main asset management side, it’s trying to put together contractors. Our property management company handles the biggest part of that.” — Nic Espanet [0:03:20]“In the end, it’s what’s going in the bank is what’s important. Your NOI can be great but if your Cap X is over spending at that point and you’re not putting what you want into the bank, you’re not going to have money to distribute it. You're not going to have money to make the debt payment.” — Nic Espanet [0:07:59]Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Nic Espanet on LinkedInredIQNic Espanet EmailPassive Income Through Multi-Family Real Estate Facebook GroupGarzella Group

I chat with Nic Carter about the philosophy of Bitcoin, potential risks, and how Bitcoin fits into our ever-changing world. Nic Carter on Twitter: @nic__carter Nic’s Website: https://niccarter.info

  This week's episode features Nic DiPalma, founder and CEO of SpacetimeLabs, a creative agency for science. SpacetimeLabs develops advanced communications for science and research to connect with the public through art, design, and creativity. Nic also is Principal and Executive Creative Director at Nic DiPalma Creative, which is a design consulting group focused on accelerating client creativity and building a culture for developing innovative ideas through web design, motion graphics, design systems, and training. On today's episode, we discuss: SpacetimeLabs' focus, which is particularly important these days, as communicating with the public science - including the need for self-quarantines and business closures - has been a challenge. Nic's career journey, and some of the key science communication lessons that stand out for him along the way  Nic's view on the importance of immersive experiences as a way both to communicate about science and also to build buy-in from listeners who may not accept scientific evidence supporting topics like climate change.  As an expert science communicator, where Nic sees shortcomings or room for improvement in the way that scientific topics and issues are described to general audiences How Nic's philosophy, approach, and expertise gained through his career so far be applied to improve communication about COVID-19

In this episode, we interviewed the founder of Outgive, Nic Co III. Nic shares his journey on how he became an Amazon Seller 7 years ago. From selling swim caps to selling 7 figure brands which are Ashtonbee Baby Products and Kitchables. Nic gives an inside look at the current state of eCommerce. Learn tips on how you should launch your product, overcoming failures, the importance of Amazon in building a brand and what strategies would he do differently today. --- TIMESTAMP 0:00 - Introduction 1:48 - How Outgive started 4:57 - How Nic started selling on Amazon 8:37 - Why did you choose to sell on Amazon? 15:56 - Origins of AshtonBee baby Products 19:00 - Amazon skills you need 23:49 - Why not just launch more products? 25:27 - Overcoming failures on business 32:26 - What would you do differently? 37:38 - Strategies on launching new products 46:34 - Advice for Sellers on how to be the next Ashtonbee or Kitchables 53:36 - Can you still win just by Listing Optimization this 2020? --- If you want to watch the video version of this podcast, visit bit.ly/sellerinteractive.com

“A Leader's job is to prepare your employees so well that they can leave and do bigger/better things, but treat them so well they don't want to leave."In this Episode: [ 3:10 ] How Nic got into sales[ 6:15 ] About Funovation[ 8:30 ] Bootstrap vs. venture back startup environment[ 14:15 ] Qualities of a top performer[ 17:50 ] How to get motivated to sell[ 21:50 ] How to break into an industry[ 24:35 ] About Nic’s routines for success[ 29:20 ] How to bounce back after a challenging day[ 31:30 ] Rapid-fire questions Quotes: “Is what I’m doing going to help the person that I’m speaking with. If the answer is no, then don’t waste your time beating a dead horse.”“How can I best utilize my time to help others?”“Those who continue to crush it, continue to be personable and innovative with how they can help people.”“It’s easy to stay motivated when I change my perspective.”“I’m always trying to break the glass ceiling.”“Success means that I acted with integrity.”Links Mentioned: Nic’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nhanzelik/Funovation: https://funovation.comHow Can I Help?: https://rb.gy/1fi01o

Happiness matters. When we’re happy, we are more productive. But when a person is generally unhappy, that person will bring it into other areas of their lives. In the workplace, happier employees translate to increased productivity, better team coordination, and it creates a more positive workplace and culture.  In this episode, happiness researcher, Nic Marks, joins us to talk about happiness! Nic is the CEO and founder of Friday Pulse, a firm that aims to improve the world of work so that every day, all of us can work happier.  Find out how you can have a happier workplace as Nic will explain how he measures happiness, it’s drivers, and how leaders/managers can contribute to their people’s happiness. Nic also shares the five ways you need to know to increase happiness at work! In this episode, you will learn about: The state of happiness in light of what’s happening today What drives happiness What led Nic to study the subject of happiness and how he made it his profession The policy side of happiness How Nic measures happiness Drivers of happiness at work Five ways to increase and experience happiness at work Connect with Nic LinkedIn nicmarks.org Friday Pulse   Resources: The Happy Planet Index Nic Marks TEDx talk What did you think of this episode? Give us a 5-star rating and write a review on Apple Podcasts, or take our survey. Contact Brandon: Email Brandon.Laws@xeniumhr.com or connect on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com Follow Xenium on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Nic and Mike talk about the itch to get going in your garden while it's still cold outside. How Nic started seeding indoors to get that jump start on Mother Nature. Nic has a few tips for you and Mike realizes pumpkin pies are not made from pumpkins! Please join us on "Your Midwest Garden" Podcast.Toledo Permaculture Network website:https://www.toledopermaculture.orgIf you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in to shop around at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:https://www.blackdiamondgrows.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/yourmidwestgarden)

Nic originally trained as an actuary through the University of NSW, Australia. After a few years he found himself naturally being pulled towards data science through his passion for data and statistics. He gave in and made the switch to data science many years ago and has never looked back! Nic has worked in just about every role you can think of in a data science team, from excited newbie to quickly managing 3 teams across 2 countries. Because of his unique beginnings, Nic has had the opportunity to work in diverse industries such as insurance, banking, agriculture, and online advertising and is therefore comfortable turning his hand to any industry. He has worked with some of the largest banks and insurance companies in Australia all the way down to small startups of 4, always helping them to drive value with data. Nic is passionate about the data science community and regularly produces content aimed at inspiring the next generation of data scientists. He is a regular speaker at data science events. Enjoy the show! We speak about: [00:20] How Nic started in the world of data [09:45] Nic’s experiences as a consultant [16:15] The decision to homeschool his kids [20:45] When Nic started his company [23:20] Staying hands-on with his team [25:50] Starting a business with his wife [30:50] What to do if monthly reports are taking too long [37:20] Bouncing between city and country [45:15] Appetite for trying new technology [49:50] Do you see companies in Australia doing remote work? [55:00] Nic’s proudest moment in his career [56:30] What are the biggest challenges in the data science space? [59:30] Where do you see data science going in the future? [61:00] What are you talking about at your meetup? [62:00] Do you have advice for data scientists? [65:45] What advice do you have for a younger Nic Ryan? Thank you to our sponsors: Fyrebox - Make Your Own Quiz! RMIT Online Master of Data Science Strategy and Leadership Gain the advanced strategic, leadership and data science capabilities required to influence executive leadership teams and deliver organisation-wide solutions. We are RUBIX. - one of Australia’s leading pure data consulting companies delivering project outcomes for some of the world’s leading brands. Visit online.rmit.edu.au for more information And as always, we appreciate your Reviews, Follows, Likes, Shares and Ratings. Thank you so much for listening. Enjoy the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/datafuturology/message

"In the next decade, it's not about my accomplishments or how many countries I've been, it's about the depth and the quality of my relationships, both with other people and especially with myself" J. Nichole SmithMagic makers welcome to season 5! In the very first episode of 2020, Nichole is taking a look back at the last decade and shares her personal and business highlights. Stay tuned and find out how Nic spends her wintertime, how she picked her perfect place to reflect, what resolutions she set for the 20s, a lifelong lesson that she learned, and many more! In addition, Nic prepared a special template that will help you to review your past 10 years. Go grab it and write your magic highlights!What you will hear in this episode:· 0:32 – How Nic spends her wintertime · 2:52 – What can you expect from this episode· 4:52 – Starting a year on the sea and time to reflect· 09:54 – A Decade in Review template· 10:06 – Nichole’s personal and business highlights throughout the last decade· 24:18 – How she finally found her spiritual path· 26:27 – Nic’s resolution for the next decade and a lifelong lesson· 32:43 – Why you should subscribe to the podcast· 33:34 – Who is the guest on the next episode?Episode links:A Decade in Review Template:https://www.jnicholesmith.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/decade-in-review.pdfMagic Makers Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/magicmakershq See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Your “Why” doesn’t do you much good to fund the freedom and the fulfilled lifestyle if you don’t already know how to grow a profitable business.” J. Nichole SmithThe Magic Maker Live conference is done and Nic is back in the game! In today’s episode, our host guides you through 12-Step Momentum Formula that will help you become, do, and have all you ever want! But, before that, you will learn about finding your “Why”, the concept of “Be, Do, Have”, and what Identity Mantra is. Then you will dive into 12-Step Momentum Formula, a Nic’s sonic journey accompanied with workbook and graphics that will help you on your path to freedom and lifestyle you desire. What you will hear in this episode:· 0:45 – Welcome back· 1:39 - How Nic spent the past couple of months· 2:13 – How Nic for the first time overcome entrepreneurial frustration· 4:04 – Nichole’s recent energy work· 6:14 – Magic time and introduction to 12-Step Momentum Formula· 8:41 – What Nic started realizing about her superpower· 14:45 – What you should take into consideration in order to find your “Why”· 17:21 – What critical piece Nic was missing to complete her Momentum Formula· 19:48 – The concept of “Be, Do, Have”· 23:04 – What Identity Mantra is and how It can help you become what you want to be· 27:00 – Where you can find Identity Mantra workbook· 28:52 – Diving into 12-Step Momentum Formula and more specifically into the first “Be” phase· 31:51 – The second “Do” phase· 35:41 – The third “Have” phase· 38:52 – The 12-Step Momentum Formula in brief· 42:56 – If you find the formula interesting, check Nic’s new Magic Maker Mastermind program· 43: 52 – If you enjoyed, spread the word! Thank you!Episode links:5 Laws of Entrepreneurship:https://www.jnicholesmith.com/podcast/the-5-laws-of-entrepreneurship/Jim Fortin's Podcast: 'Transform Your Life from the Inside Out'https://www.jimfortin.com/podcast/How to discipline yourself into consistent action:https://www.jnicholesmith.com/podcast/how-to-finally-discipline-yourself-into-consistent-action/Magic Maker Mastermind:https://www.jnicholesmith.com/mastermind12-Step Momentum Formula:https://www.jnicholesmith.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/be-do-have-formula.jpg See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Greetings from scenic Lake Tahoe. I’m cranking out this Under the Hood episode before we head on down to Las Vegas, where the weather looks to be warmer this time of year.  I love niches and I love meeting entrepreneurs who are passionate about the things they are selling. Today’s guest is a happy mix of both. Nic Dillon is a long-time musician and owner of Old Delhi Music, a website that specializes in high-quality musical instruments from India.  While you can expect to find sitars and drums on his store, he’s famous for playing and selling harmoniums. Sit back and listen as he shares a bit more about his business and gets advice on how to take it to the next level. Here’s a  list of handy timestamps to get right into the meat and potatoes of our conversation. How Nic got his start as an online entrepreneur (4:11) From hobby business to full-time gig (8:29) What’s the revenue been like? (9:48) The struggles of selling (13:20) Leveraging the workmanship & uniqueness of a product (18:30) Letting people know that it’s a premium product (26:15) Is focusing on that one product we’re known for a good idea? (35:42) Getting more people to be buy harmoniums (53:13) Under the Hood is a segment where we do an hour-long coaching call with one of our listeners. We take a look at their businesses, provide honest feedback, offer our best business advice, and answer whatever questions they have. In exchange for the free coaching, we will turn the call into a podcast episode so that our community can benefit as well. It’s a win-win! Interested to learn more about sourcing from China? Join our free webinar on October 8, 10 AM PST. Reserve your spot now! If you think this episode has been useful to you, please take a moment to leave us a review on iTunes. Till the next one. Happy selling!

Welcome to episode 21 of the Weekly Dose of You4ia podcast. This week I was fortunate enough to sit down with professional cricketer, Nic Maddinson. Nic is an extremely talented cricketer and has played at the highest level, representing Australia in both Test matches and t20s. Over the past few years Nic has adopted a plant based diet and in today’s chat we spoke about how a professional athlete can thrive off this lifestyle.   We also spoke about: Nic’s upbringing and what life was like growing up in country New South Whales. Why he chose cricket over rugby. How Nic’s cricket journey begun. The junior cricket pathway from grassroots to national level and Nic’s personal pathway. Advice for any young aspiring athletes that have mates with the same ambitions to get the best out of themselves. What life is like as a professional cricketer and the resources Nic has access to. Nic’s advice on how to train and bettering your performance. The emphasis nutrition plays on your performance and how a professional set up looks. Nic’s journey to a plant based diet. What Nic eats in a day - Pre, during and Post match. Nic’s energy levels now on a plant based diet VS before on an animal based diet. How Nic is thriving both as an athlete and a person on a plant based diet. Tips on how to combat negativity towards a plant based diet. Nic paints the picture for us about his debut for Australia and receiving his baggy green. Nic’s journey moving over from NSW to VIC to re-spark his career. Nic’s future goals and ambitions     It was an absolute honour having the opportunity to talk all things cricket and life with a guy I idolise. Nic is spreading an amazing message and is continuing to thrive off a 100% plant based lifestyle. Thanks for your time Nic.   Instagram – maddo53

Nic Gill has been the head strength and conditioning coach for the New Zealand All Blacks for the last 11 years, a time of great international success including World Cup titles in 2011 and 2015. In addition, Nic is a wellness and fitness consultant to numerous international corporations as well as a limited number of individuals. He continues to refine his philosophy through research at the University of Waikato. Nic recently released his first book, Health Your Self, that aims to give practical knowledge to enable readers to build their own health and fitness plan. We talk with Nic about fitness, nutrition, and simple tweaks that are both reasonable and effective at improving health and wellbeing, all through the lens of raising healthy kids. For more information on Nic, check out his website, blog, and follow him on Instagram. Teams, books, and people mentioned in the episode:Do the little things well everyday (3:05)New Zealand All Blacks (4:40, 7:40)Population health (5:04)Health Your Self, by Nic Gill (7:04, 22:23)The shift away from movement is happening in NZ too (10:20)Nic's parenting philosophy (13:20)How Nic's family eats (15:15)Prioritizing healthy foods makes you the weirdos in your community, sadly (17:07)Nic's one-day experiments (23:18)A tweak per week for 3 weeks for parents (25:39)Pre, during, and post-workout nutrition for kids (27:27)Food shouldn't be a reward (32:19)Keep programming simple and enjoyable (34:25)Sports specialization (37:16)Eric Cressy (37:16)Professionalization of youth sports (42:53)The best time to talk to your kids (44:39)

In this episode of the HYPECAST, we sat down with Nic Nichols the founder and director of 40/40 creative. Nic is one of the OG’s in the branding and creative space on the Gold Coast with his agency working with the likes of Uber, Foot Locker & Platypus. Nic and Sel have worked on multiple projects over the years and the HYPE team are constantly inspired by the work that 40/40 put out which led to discussions around the following topics: - How Nic handles the creative process for different works - Dealing with clients - What it takes to start an agency - Tips for creatives looking to start their own business We would like to apologise in advance for the audio technical difficulties we experienced with this podcast. You’ll notice that the audio is quite faint due to microphone issues so you’ll need to turn up the audio on this one! See more of Nic and 4040 Creative on their social media platforms below: https://www.instagram.com/4040creative/ https://4040creative.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/njcholas/ We hope you enjoyed the episode!

For over 15 years, Nic Hahn has worked with students of all ages in various schools and districts around the Midwestern US-- and if there’s one thing she’s discovered, it’s the importance of community in teaching art.  She started a blog called Mini Matisse in 2010 to connect parents to the art projects that were coming home in the hands of their children, but the online connection was just the beginning.  Her quest to bring people with interest and experience with students thirsty to try new forms of art has sparked local, nationwide, and international interest and participation-- demonstrating that the invitation to create is universal and that we all have a lot to learn from one another. Show Highlights: What prompted Nic to create her blog, Mini Matisse How often she creates blog posts, and what her philosophy on blogging is like The ways blogging has impacted Nic’s teaching Nic shares her favorite community art projects, and why they’re important Ways to proactively manage emotionally challenging art lessons with students Tips for engaging families and volunteers in art class support How to find and support classroom volunteers Unexpected benefits of having volunteers come in to support students Tips and advice for teachers starting a community-driven art learning program Nic explains what an Artist’s Trading Card is How Nic’s classrooms began trading art with schoolchildren in Japan Nic shares her artistic inspirations Why Nic named her daughter Matisse   Links Mentioned in the Show:   Community Project from Mini-Matisse Bit-O-Bios on Teachers Pay Teachers Artist Trading Card Project on Mini-Matisse Lisa Congdon Art Project on Mini-Matisse Mini Matisse Instagram - @minimatisseart Twitter - @minimatisse RSVP

They say niching has its perks. It’s more marketable and profitable. Although that may be true, entrepreneurs are full of ideas. And it’s through business they have most freedom to express themselves. No wonder picking one niche feels counterintuitive.   On the other side of niching, you’ll find Nic. Sure, they share the same first 3 letters but that’s where similarities end. Nic Peterson found a way to transform perpetual learning into success throughout multiple markets —just by staying two small steps ahead of his audience. Listen to Nic’s journey for all the empowerment you need to break the mold and pivot into profit.   Episode Topics Why experts aren't good at making money Getting people to do what's best for them without telling them it's best for them Making a living from learning Improving your BS meter The art of influence Why Nic doesn’t spend time learning to market Why strategy is more important than tactics How Nic’s Relentless program is changing lives Trust building and charging peace-of-mind tax to the right demographic Determining what to learn vs what not to learn How Nic learned persuasion without the internet Benefits of multi-disciplinary learning Scaling from $20 to $120 an hour Leveraging communication skills to profit   [4:59] Starting line: During his Freshman year in college, Nic had plans to play football. He trained alongside NFL-bound athletes with Joe DeFranco in New Jersey.   [6:13] Realizing potential: His passion for football fizzled while his appreciation for the process of body building strengthened.   [10:18] Cut from the team: Nic was fired after staff noticed a drop in productivity —he’d been preoccupied trying to uncover what DeFranco knew that he didn’t.   [11:38] Right place, right time: He happened to be around when Joe DeFranco's Strong documentary was being filmed and grew a big following.   [17:01] Making connections: Offered half ownership of a gym and soon after opened his own.   [19:52] Innate talent: “I've partnered with Ph.D.'s, medical doctors...people that have a hard time meeting people where they're at. They recognize that it's an important skill and they don't have it.”   [21:39] Against all odds: Someone told him he'd ‘get eaten alive’ if he opened a gym in Vero Beach. So, he opened a gym in Vero Beach.   [22:33] “You need to learn how to communicate with people and influence them to do things or you’ll live your life in a gym bathroom with a train going by every 5 minutes.”   [23:00] Sleeping on his gym’s bathroom floor, Nic passed the time reading self-help books. “There was nothing to do but read and reflect.”   [26:38] Getting people to do what's best for them without telling them it's best for them.   [27:56] The Relentless program: Gives new perspective on what health and wellness really is.   [31:27] Raising prices and marketing: Initially, hourly sessions ranged from $15-$20. After watching other programs and industries and defining a value proposition, rates increased to $120/session.   34:02 Trust building: “People will pay for the peace of mind. If they got an answer from me or my staff, then they could take it to the bank.”   [36:27] The swelling tide raises all ships: “I know me trying to do something I'm not qualified to do doesn't help anybody. What is the best chance that everybody benefits?”   [38:23] Honing your craft: Master to the point of practical application and understand the fundamentals. “When you learn multiple disciplines, your BS meter is really sensitive!”   [39:02] Benefits of learning and mastering: “Things that don’t make sense become easier to detect.”   [42:01] Expert’s Corner: Determining what to learn and what not to learn Ask yourself: What do I need to know in life to improve my life? How do I become more aware of where other people are? How do I accept where people are instead of judging? How can I help graduate them to where they can make better decisions for themselves? What is nobody else doing?   [43:06] What Nic’s learning next: psychology “It's a stress reliever. It's so much easier to accept that people are the way they are than get pissed off and judge them and moralize about it.”     Connect with Nic RelentlessPodcast.com The High-Performance Lab Facebook Group     Subscribe to the Experts Unleashed YouTube Channel for exclusive video trainings and content. Join our Facebook group  where you’ll find thousands of fellow experts plus access to hangouts and webinars to support you on your journey.   Want Joel's personal help to develop, launch, or scale your business? Contact him directly for private consulting opportunities.