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In this episode, J.P. Nerbun joins TJ and Sam to talk leadership development from the inside out, built around his new book for athletes, The Culture Captain. J.P. explains why knowing yourself is deeper than a personality assessment, and shares his "peel the onion" exercise for helping a diverse roster uncover the shared values that hold a team together. The conversation touches on practical aspects of coaching such as captain selection, and how you can build player to player accountability. J.P. and Sam also draw the line between the "curious challenge" and the "direct challenge," making the case that transformational coaching needs more truth paired with genuine care. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation — don't miss the next episode as they go deeper.Go to https://tocculture.com/ to learn more about J.P.'s books and programs. [More on J.P. below].Show Notes:Why The Culture CaptainThe four levels of leadershipKnowing yourself beyond personality testsAbove the line vs. belowThe "peel the onion" exerciseFinding and identifying shared valuesHow to choose team captainsOne or two players steer everythingPlayer-led vs. coach-led teamsCoach as culture facilitator, not controllerNever ask what you won't doDon't wait for natural-born leadersTeaching players to follow firstThe "stamp": affirmation and gratitudeResponsibility means action, not excusesCoach approval vs. peer approvalWorking through fearCurious challenge vs. direct challengeEmpathy without accountability relieves nothingPopovich and Tim Duncan modelThe note-card feedback drillFeedback as conversation, sometimes directiveBuilding trust through real vulnerabilityBe brave, not just safeWhere to find J.P.More on J.P. Nerbun: J.P. Nerbun is an ICF certified PCC Executive Coach (trained at Georgetown University), Growth Edge Coach, Facilitator, and author of The Culture System.He partners with leaders and teams across sports, education, business, and healthcare to intentionally create strong team cultures that drive results. Leveraging a practical and systematic approach developed through his background as a professional basketball coach and educator, J.P. enables organizations to achieve higher performance by focusing on shared vision, growing trust, building cohesion, and raising standards. He is the founder of the specialized coaching firm, TOC, and hosts The Coach Culture Podcast.Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Join us live on Sunday, August 23rd at 8 PM EST (5 PM PT) for a free preseason training.You'll leave with a preseason planning framework you can use to build buy-in, strengthen your culture, and lead with confidence before the season starts. - If you can't attend live, register anyway and we'll send you the replay. Go to PGCHustle.com/webinar and sign up now.
We take a break from shop talk and relive a two-day Kentucky Bourbon Trail run built around IJO and RJO shows, with Ross Cockerham and Jim Messier sharing how it came together, the spots they stopped out, and the friends they made along the way. They trade notes on distilleries, tastings, and the small traditions that turn a fun trip into lasting jewelry industry friendships. Send us Fan Mail Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark's website platform: punchmark.com Inquire about sponsoring In the Loupe and showcase your business on our next episode: podcast@punchmark.com
On self-devotion, self-loyalty and why there is no hard part. You have been devoted before. To a person, a role, a version of yourself someone else approved of. In this morning conversation, Joel sits with what happens when that same devotion turns toward your own soul. Why breaking a codependent pattern starts with loyalty to yourself rather than distance from someone else. The difference between dirty pain that spirals and clean pain that transforms. And the full R.I.S.E. practice, the journaling framework he has been doing daily for over twenty years. For anyone who has been loyal to everyone but themselves, and for anyone who has been telling themselves the inner work is too hard to start. · · · In this episode: Why it is okay to feel lonely, and what changes when you stop treating loneliness as a problem to fix Self-devotion as the practice underneath breaking codependent patterns How dirty pain becomes clean pain The R.I.S.E. framework walked through in full: Release, Inquire, Self-Awareness and Empower Why there is no hard part, only the familiar and the unfamiliar Holding three stories around any experience: one that breaks, one that repairs, one that empowers · · ·
Every coach obsesses over their offensive and defensive systems, but TJ and Sam argue the real edges live in the details most teams neglect. Starting from an old Billy Donovan stat — that players hold the ball only 5-8% of the time they're on the court — they break down how to teach, celebrate, and measure the game away from the ball, from off-ball actions to making defensive plays that quietly save your team points. They make the case for having an intentional rebounding identity and treating passing as a trainable skill instead of an assumption. Show Notes:Why the game happens without ballThe Billy Donovan touch-time statFive off-ball offensive actionsDefensive plays that save pointsSelling players on enjoying defenseBuilding your eye for off-ballCelebrate, measure, then trackDean Smith's three-part mottoSpot-measuring crash and cut rateRebounding as a season-changerDeciding your rebounding identityDefensive philosophy shapes your reboundingPassing as a trainable skillThe three T's of passingKilling the "maybe pass"Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Join us live on Sunday, August 23rd at 8 PM EST (5 PM PT) for a free preseason training.You'll leave with a preseason planning framework you can use to build buy-in, strengthen your culture, and lead with confidence before the season starts. - If you can't attend live, register anyway and we'll send you the replay. Go to PGCHustle.com/webinar and sign up now.
Mike sits down with Hope Bellair, Digital Marketing Manager at Punchmark, to get real about why Q4 marketing feels stressful and why starting in August is often the difference between getting seen and getting drowned out. We share a practical plan for jewelry store holiday marketing, from Meta ads and email strategy to SMS and event tactics that actually drive people into the store.Send us Fan Mail Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark's website platform: punchmark.com Inquire about sponsoring In the Loupe and showcase your business on our next episode: podcast@punchmark.com
Your marketing strategy could already be outdated, and August's biggest platform updates prove it. In this episode, Emma breaks down four timely changes shaping how brands create content, build trust, and improve online discovery as you prepare for Q4. First, LinkedIn's reported test of an AI-generated content flag signals a growing preference for writing that sounds unmistakably human. Next, Meta's Holiday Insights Center and marketing playbook are offering new resources for planning campaigns before the burst of Q4 competition and advertising costs. Emma also explores Pinterest's connection between brand keywords and stronger return on ad spend. Finally, you'll learn about how Reddit's continued audience growth highlights the increasing value of community conversations, reputation management, and authentic word of mouth. These updates show what you need to prioritize to stay visible and competitive across a rapidly changing digital landscape in August 2026. Listen in as Emma explains: Why human perspective is outperforming AI-generated content on LinkedIn How Meta's new resources can improve your early Q4 planning Why Pinterest keywords help with product discovery and advertising returns How Reddit influences your place in the market And much, much more!
In the 253nd BlockTalks we speak with Cairon Clarke, Co-Founder of Zynta, to learn about the payments landscape in Africa.Links: Website: zynta.comX: https://x.com/zyntafinanceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zyntafinance/IG: https://www.instagram.com/zynta_financeBlockDrops Partner: Quadra TradeExistem empresas que oferecem serviços. E existe infraestrutura sobre a qual um mercado inteiro é construído. A Quadra é a segunda. Liquidez, roteamento, risco e reporting em uma única camada institucional, para que bancos e PSAVs operem com a sofisticação dos maiores players globais — com eficiência e total conformidade. A Quadra estará na FEBRABAN Tech, de 24 a 26 de agosto, em São Paulo, no estande A1. Venha conhecer. https://quadra.trade/Drive Local Adoption with BlockDrops Deep DivesAre you a global infrastructure provider expanding into regulated, high-growth markets? BlockDrops Deep Dives are bespoke, multi-month market entry campaigns engineered to put your technology directly in front of local banking and VASP executives. Stop fighting standard ad-read noise and build an institutional content engine.
TJ and Sam open the mailbag for a three-part conversation on the issues coaches wrestle with most. First, they explore self-improvement and blind spots — why identifying trusted voices, dropping the ego, and getting out of the weeds are essential to your leadership. Next, they get into parent culture: communicating expectations, consistent communication, and relationships built on trust rather than avoidance. Finally, they deliver a recruiting update for a landscape reshaped by NIL, the transfer portal, eligibility rulings, and roster crunches — landing on the truths that still hold: if you're good enough you'll get found, fit matters more than the destination, and real connections still open doors. It's a wide-ranging episode with something for coaches at every level.Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last!
In your business, marketing is the department that changes the fastest. That means the marketing strategy that worked six months ago is already outdated. So what can you do about it? In this episode, Emma breaks down three major shifts Ninety Five Media made during Q2 of 2026 to adapt to a faster, more unpredictable marketing landscape. These changes offer a practical framework for creating more relevant content, making stronger decisions, and using your team's time more effectively. You'll learn why content calendars should be treated as living documents while your strategy stays firmly connected to your goals. Emma also explains why reporting more numbers does not necessarily create more value. Instead, it's about adding context, insight, and clear next steps to make marketing data far more actionable. Whether you lead a marketing team or manage your own content, these lessons will help you identify outdated processes, move faster, and combine proven marketing strategy with new technology. Listen in as Emma explains: Why you need to leave room in your content calendar to adapt How context turns data into actionable business insights Why you should use AI to create capacity for your team, not replace expertise And much, much more!
In this episode of Health Confidential, host Simone Gisondi takes a deeper look at vaccines through the lens of the immune system, bodily sovereignty, informed consent, and personal responsibility. Drawing from her holistic health perspective, Simone explores questions around how the immune system works, how different forms of immunity are understood, and what it means to make informed decisions about medical interventions.Simone discusses the importance of understanding what is being introduced into the body, why it is being recommended, and the potential risks and benefits before making a decision. She explores questions surrounding vaccine ingredients, vaccine-induced versus naturally acquired immunity, and the role of nutrition, sleep, movement, sunlight, and other lifestyle factors in supporting overall immune health.A major focus of this episode is the difference between recommendation, requirement, and genuine informed consent. Simone shares a personal experience involving an HPV vaccination campaign at her son's school and how the situation led her to question medical authority, parental rights, and the boundaries of bodily autonomy. The conversation expands into broader questions surrounding vaccine mandates, pharmaceutical liability, COVID-era policies, and what can happen when people feel pressured to make healthcare decisions without fully understanding their choices.Ultimately, this episode is an invitation to ask questions, understand your options, and take an active role in decisions involving your health and your family's wellbeing.KEY TAKEAWAYSInformed consent requires understanding what is being recommended, why it is being recommended, and the potential risks and benefits involved.There is an important distinction between something being recommended and something being legally required, making it important to understand the policies and rights that apply to each situation.Simone explores the idea that supporting immune health also involves foundational lifestyle factors such as nutrition, sleep, movement, sunlight, and overall wellbeing.Medical decisions can raise important ethical questions when individuals feel pressured, threatened, or unable to make a genuinely voluntary choice.Taking responsibility for your health means asking questions, seeking information from qualified sources, and making informed decisions rather than surrendering your ability to think critically.BEST MOMENTS"Informed consent means very little if you don't actually understand what you're consenting to—or what you're consenting to being done to your kids.""You should never let anybody from the medical community coerce you, force you, intimidate you, push you, or in any way pressure you to inject anything into your body.""You are the steward of your body, not the state, not the school, not the government, not public health, not anybody.""I was not willing to betray my values, my beliefs, or my role as a mom.""Do not hand over your power and your sovereignty. Ever."HOST BIOSimone Gisondi is a seasoned coach, published author, and host of Health Confidential. She is dedicated to exploring root-cause healing, empowering individuals to transform their health through awareness, nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle change.Website: https://www.simonegisondi.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simone.gisondi/⚠️ DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT HEALTH OR MEDICAL ADVICE. The views and perspectives shared in this episode are for educational and informational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare practitioner before making any health-related decisions.#Vaccines #InformedConsent #BodilyAutonomy #ImmuneHealth #HealthFreedom #HealthSovereignty #HolisticHealth #CriticalThinking #NaturalHealth #WellnessPodcast #HealthConfidential #SimoneGisondiSimone is a Holistic Health Practitioner and researcher exploring the deeper biological, emotional, and environmental roots of disease.On this podcast, she examines how health, trauma, consciousness, lifestyle, and biology interesect and how the instructions we give the body through food, environment, belief, and emotional regulation shape our health outcomes.Her work focuses on helping individuals understand the real drivers of illness and reclaim their health through customized lifestyle, nutritional, and mindset changes.If you're navigating a health challenge and would like personalized guidance, Simone offers a limited number of private consultations. By appointment only.Inquire about working with her here: https://www.simonegisondi.com/book-online Visit her website: https://www.simonegisondi.com/Follow Simone: https://www.instagram.com/simone.gisondi/Subscribe and leave a review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
“Just try to learn the truth by approaching a spiritual master. Inquire from him submissively and render service unto him. The self-realized soul can impart knowledge unto you because he has seen the truth.” (Lord Krishna, Bhagavad-gita, 4.34)
ON THIS EPISODE: Today, more than 1,000 commercial and tribal casinos operate across the United States, not including online gaming and mobile sports betting. This episode asks whether that abundance, along with greater familiarity, homogenization and constant digital exposure, drained some of the magic from casinos—or whether we are simply remembering the wonder of our own first experiences.Watch this episode on YouTube -> HEREWatch, Like, and Sub on YouTubeThe Yo-11 Minutes Playlist on YouTubeSupport the show⁉️ Want to contact us or share something?Chat to TravelZork, ZorkCast and TravelZork Travel!
Welcome back to the Zealed Fujoshi podcast! In this episode, we sit down with talented anime voice actor Jessie Grelle for an exclusive interview discussing their career, memorable roles, and behind-the-scenes experiences in the voice acting industry.About Our Guest:Jessie Grelle is an accomplished and dynamic voice actor recognized for their memorable contributions to the anime industry, bringing a wide range of iconic characters to life with remarkable talent and emotional depth. Their career spans numerous fan-favorite series, where their distinct vocal performances have resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. Through engaging discussions and career retrospectives, Grelle continues to share invaluable insights into the art of voice acting, the dedication required to portray complex animated roles, and the vibrant experiences that define their journey in the entertainment world.
Your customers aren't just using Google to find you anymore. They are now search on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, as well as on AI. Because of this, you can no longer rely on traditional SEO alone for brand visibility. In this episode, Emma breaks down how search behavior has changed and what that means for your content strategy. You'll learn the difference between SEO, Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), as well as how social media has become one of your brand's most valuable search assets, and how AI determines which businesses it recommends. If you've been creating content just for entertainment or today's algorithm, this episode will challenge you to think bigger. Join Emma as she covers practical ways to optimize your content so it continues working long after you hit publish. Listen in as Emma explains: Why AI and social media are replacing traditional search behavior The difference between SEO, AEO, and GEO How to keep your content discoverable long after publishing And much, much more!
In the 252nd BlockTalks we speak with Edwin Mata, CEO and Co Founder of Brickken, to discuss how to upgrade finance with tokenization.Links: Website: https://www.brickken.com/Twitter: https://x.com/edwin_mataLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwinmata/Publications: https://brickken.notion.site/Edwin-Mata-CEO-and-Co-Founder-of-Brickken-2b80512cd18380c39476f8d57a1d0348Twitter: https://x.com/BrickkenAll of BlockTalks:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2kC88UznBpwM03SKCGQeSgSocials and comms.. Email info@blockdropspodcast.xyz.. Website https://blockdropspodcast.xyz/.. Substack https://blockdrops.substack.com .. Twitter Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. YouTube youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Twitter twitter.com/0xmauricio.. LinkedIn Newsletter https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272 Drive Local Adoption with BlockDrops Deep Dives Are you a global infrastructure provider expanding into regulated, high-growth markets? BlockDrops Deep Dives are bespoke, multi-month market entry campaigns engineered to put your technology directly in front of local banking and VASP executives. Stop fighting standard ad-read noise and build an institutional content engine.
A strong season starts with an intentional preseason, and this week Sam and TJ lay out the framework for getting it right. The most critical areas of coaching aren't mastered in silos — every workout, every meal, every interaction is a chance to sharpen your culture for success. They share how to develop leaders, improve your player development, and why you have to start every season from zero every season.Show notesFive pillars, not five bucketsWhere leadership startsMentoring 2-3 playersWhy it mattersGiving players space to leadWeekly check-ins and honest feedbackMatch player development to strategyThe LeBron and Reddick exampleGrowth-oriented far from gamesMission-oriented close to gamesBuild a team habits documentDon't chase the shiny thingDefense is player development tooCulture is measured by interactionsGratitude, standards, and the McDonald's testSet standards you'll fight forStart every season from zeroCreate ownership in your valuesAdversity reveals where culture really isThe "old crap" meeting explainedBuild better people, better cultureSend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Every fall, over 2,700 players from elementary school to high school attend a PGC Shooting College. PGC is the place for dedicated players who are serious about becoming better shooters. At a Fall Shooting College, they'll get the knowledge, skills and blueprint needed to quickly become a great shooter before the season starts.Learn more & Register: https://pgcbasketball.com/camps/shooting-college/
We sit down with Steven Lerche, President of Goldstar and the Plumb Club, to unpack how a supplier-led group builds real connection across the jewelry and watch supply chain. We talk JCK, innovation, responsible sourcing, and why a shared mindset can beat a zero-sum approach in a fast-changing market.Send us Fan Mail Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark's website platform: punchmark.com Inquire about sponsoring In the Loupe and showcase your business on our next episode: podcast@punchmark.com
Starting a business is hard, but growing one without a social media strategy is even harder. In this episode, Emma answers the question: What would I do on social media if I were launching a brand today? She digs into the steps she'd follow to build visibility, attract the right audience, and create sustainable growth on social media - giving you the answers to the test! From posting consistently and documenting your journey to batching content, choosing the right platforms, and knowing what to outsource first, every recommendation is designed to help new businesses build momentum without burning out. You'll also learn why testing is more valuable than perfection, how social media and email marketing work together to create long-term growth, and why building owned marketing assets from day one is an essential investment. Whether you're launching your first business, rebrand, or expanding into a new market, this episode highlights the importance of building a social media presence that supports sustainable business growth. Listen in as Emma explains: Why consistent daily content is the key to new business growth How documenting your journey builds trust and community Why batching content and strategic outsourcing prevent founder burnout And much, much more!
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Tune in to this episode of the Zealed Fujoshi podcast for an exclusive interview with Natsu Hyuga, the author of The Apothecary Diaries, where she discusses the creative process behind the series, anime season developments, and historical inspirations.About Our Guest:Natsu Hyuga is the celebrated author behind the hit series The Apothecary Diaries. Known for her unique blend of historical elements, fictional world-building, and intricate mystery-solving, she initially started writing on the self-publishing website Narou before achieving massive international success across novels, manga adaptations, and anime.
The biggest wins from social media often have nothing to do with your latest post generating a sale. Many brands evaluate their content based solely on immediate revenue, but the true ROI happens long before someone becomes a customer. A strong social media presence builds familiarity, credibility, and trust, leading to opportunities that can't always be measured in a single analytics report. In this episode, Emma explores how consistent, strategic content becomes the foundation for modern networking, attracting partnerships, PR opportunities, and meaningful business relationships. You'll learn why brands, collaborators, and potential clients are constantly evaluating your online presence, and how your content can open doors (even when you're offline). This episode highlights the importance of pairing great content with intentional outbound engagement to accelerate relationship building and create opportunities. Whether your goal is growing your audience, landing brand collaborations, securing media coverage, or shortening your sales cycle, this episode will help you rethink the true ROI of your social media marketing. Listen in as Emma explains: Why social media is today's most powerful networking tool for brands How consistent content attracts partnerships and business opportunities How social media builds credibility that leads to PR and long-term growth And much, much more!
What if one of the biggest assumptions in modern medicine has never been questioned the way you think?In this thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Tom Cowan explains why he believes viruses have never been isolated in the way most people imagine—and why that distinction changes everything.Whether you agree with him or not, this episode will challenge you to think more critically about virology, scientific methodology, and how medical consensus is formed.In this episode, we discuss:What “viral isolation” actually means.Why Dr. Cowan believes the methods used to identify viruses deserve closer examination.The laboratory process he argues is misunderstood.HPV, polio, and other viruses through the lens of his interpretation of virology.Why questioning scientific assumptions is not the same as rejecting science.How critical thinking begins with asking better questions.This conversation isn't about telling you what to believe.It's about inviting you to hear an argument in full before deciding what you think.⸻
Staff leadership might be the most overlooked skill in coaching, and one of the toughest. TJ, Sam, and Lisa explore what it takes for an assistant coach to bring value and grow, and what head coaches owe their staffs in return. Along the way they tackle why communication sits at the root of nearly every staff breakdown, why you should hire people you can "do life with," and how to correct a coach mid-practice without undermining them in front of the team. They're candid about moody staffs, owning your mistakes, and building alignment. Send us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Every fall, over 2,700 players from elementary school to high school attend a PGC Shooting College. PGC is the place for dedicated players who are serious about becoming better shooters. At a Fall Shooting College, they'll get the knowledge, skills and blueprint needed to quickly become a great shooter before the season starts.Learn more & Register: https://pgcbasketball.com/camps/shooting-college/
Mike is solo this week while everyone's at RJO and IJO, so he's running through five jewelry industry topics that have been on his mind. I talk about faster fulfillment through dropshipping, the real-world ripple effects of tariffs, and why seemingly small website choices can make or break sales. Send us Fan Mail Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark's website platform: punchmark.com Inquire about sponsoring In the Loupe and showcase your business on our next episode: podcast@punchmark.com
Your marketing team was never meant to be a never-ending content machine. In this episode, Emma discusses a major problem facing most modern marketing departments: confusing content production with true marketing strategy. While reels, graphics, captions, and campaigns all matter, constant execution without strategy leaves teams reactive and overwhelmed. You'll learn how to identify whether your team is stuck in content production mode, including signs like measuring success by output, lacking time to think strategically, treating every request as urgent, and constantly asking what to post next. This episode also introduces the Ninety Media Method, a four-part framework built around goals, strategy, execution, and data. Instead of letting content creation carry the full weight of your marketing, this conversation will help you reframe content as one tool within a larger strategy. Listen in as Emma explains: Why content production alone is not the same as marketing How to recognize when your team is stuck in execution mode How data helps refine your marketing instead of relying on opinions And much, much more!
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This week Christy and I are pulling back the curtain on something we've never fully explained before: the exact reason some inquiries go quiet right when things should be heating up. ⚡️If you're a photographer, filmmaker, content creator, or social media manager running your own creative business, this is the pinned post and content funnel we've personally used for over a decade.A client goes cold after what felt like a great first conversation. Someone downloads your pricing guide and you never hear from them again. It happens to almost every creative business, and most people assume it's a pricing issue or a fit issue. Usually it isn't.So today we're laying out the actual system running behind our own agency, Speers Collective, the one that gets people arriving at a sales call already halfway convinced.We call it Bingers Become Buyers, and it's built to turn someone who's never heard of you into a booked client without you having to talk them into anything.
If you're a founder who has been trying to do everything, you're not alone, and it doesn't have to stay that way. In this episode, you'll go behind the scenes of a Ninety Five Media client journey to learn how strategic marketing transformed not only the brand's social media presence but their entire business. This case study highlights how one small business used social media strategy, weekly email marketing, consistent brand messaging, and quarterly content creation to grow from 15,000 to more than 30,000 followers and generate massive new business opportunities. You'll also learn about the power of outsourcing and the impact of having integrated marketing rather than chasing quick wins. This episode offers a practical look at how consistent systems create compounding business results over time, and they can for you too. Listen in as Emma explains: How outsourcing creates space for founders to scale strategically Why social media works best within a multi-channel marketing strategy How strategic marketing creates opportunities far beyond follower growth And much, much more!
Most coaches are wired to compete, and that ambition can either fuel a career or quietly hijack it. In this episode, TJ and Sam explore how to honor your drive without losing sight of the impact you're making today. Using Dusty May's recent press conference as a jumping-off point, they work through the difference between contentment and complacency, and how gratitude eventually opens the next door. They share from their own coaching journeys and life changes reshape priorities over time. It's a conversation to catch yourself when you're thinking more about what's next than what's in front of you.Show Notes:Ambition helps or hindersDusty May's telling press conferenceImpact over climbing laddersWhich economy are you focused onWrong ladder, wrong roofContent is not complacentBe great where you're atGratitudeShifting prioritiesExperience and humilityLiving the dreamToday's opportunitiesHigh standards fuel transformationGetting the next door to openSend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Every fall, over 2,700 players from elementary school to high school attend a PGC Shooting College. PGC is the place for dedicated players who are serious about becoming better shooters. At a Fall Shooting College, they'll get the knowledge, skills and blueprint needed to quickly become a great shooter before the season starts.Learn more & Register: https://pgcbasketball.com/camps/shooting-college/
Mike sits down with outgoing AGS president Alexis Padis and incoming president Bryan Moeller to talk about what a smooth leadership handoff really takes and why education, ethics, and consumer protection keep the organization aligned. We also discuss the upcoming AGS Conclave, the pressures reshaping jewelry retail, and how independent jewelers can earn trust with today's hyper-informed customers. Send us Fan Mail Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark's website platform: punchmark.com Inquire about sponsoring In the Loupe and showcase your business on our next episode: podcast@punchmark.com
What if the post you almost didn't publish ended up making you more money than your viral reel ever could? In this episode, Emma challenges one of the biggest misconceptions in social media marketing: that more views automatically means more sales. Viral content is great for visibility, but attention alone doesn't generate revenue. Sustainable growth comes from creating content that builds trust, attracts the right audience, and inspires action. You'll learn the critical difference between vanity metrics and conversion metrics, why entertaining content serves a different purpose than sales-focused content, and how to evaluate whether your marketing is actually moving people closer to becoming customers. If you've ever wondered why high-performing content isn't translating into sales, this conversation will help you build long-term success and create a marketing strategy that prioritizes meaningful results over reactions. Listen in as Emma explains: Why conversion metrics matter more than views or followers The three questions every business should ask before publishing content How to create a social media strategy focused on long-term growth And much, much more!
Elder Drew Howard opened Week 7 of "Ruach to Pneuma" by drawing a careful distinction that builds on last week: being indwelled by the Holy Spirit and being filled with Him are not the same thing. Indwelling, he explained from Ephesians 1:13, is the seal every believer receives at salvation, permanent, unconditional, and positional. Filling, from Ephesians 5:18, is His influence, and it is repeatable, conditional, and experiential, rising and falling with our response to Him. Working through the account of the ark of God in First and Second Samuel, Drew showed both the warning and the way. Israel first treated the ark as a good luck charm, carrying it into battle to force God's hand, and the result was disaster, defeat, the ark captured, and a child named Ichabod, "the glory has departed." His first warning landed there: God is not a genie in a bottle or a Santa Claus, and we must never use Him as a token to get what we want. Then, tracing David's life, Drew drew out five marks of a Spirit-filled life. Live out the calling God has given you, using your gifts for His glory. Inquire of the Lord and seek His will rather than your own. Seek your answers in the Word and live according to it, as David learned when moving the ark carelessly brought death and moving it God's way brought blessing. Sing songs of praise that fill the heart, as David danced before the Lord with all his might. And own it, be unashamed of being filled with the Spirit, even under the contemptuous gaze of David's wife Michal. Drew was honest that being filled can look a little crazy to a watching world, a Bible open on your desk at work, a mission trip instead of a vacation, and that this is exactly the point. He closed with a final warning drawn from Michal: be careful how you judge others who are worshiping in the Spirit.
Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga Pull up a chair and let's talk about something I've been exploring lately. It's the “depth of inquiry” that steers a nice essay into a memorable story. That sounds a bit academic, right? But here on Front Porch Friday© what it really means is the difference between just surviving your life, and actually understanding the truth of what you've lived through. Too often, as women, we get into the habit of just reporting the facts. We tell our stories like a laundry list of events. "I raised the kids, I worked the job, I did what was expected, and now I'm here." There's no story magic because you are missing. We do the same thing when we speak out loud to the world—we say what's polite, or what keeps the peace, instead of saying what we actually mean. Think about a moment where you had to say a hard "no" to someone, or maybe you finally picked up a hobby you abandoned years ago. The surface story is simple: "I was too busy for another commitment," or "I just wanted a new creative project." But looking deeper we feel the memorable story. The truth is more than protecting your calendar or buying art supplies; you realized that your time and your passions don't belong to everyone else anymore. You decided that you are finally ready to be seen and heard exactly as you are, without adapting yourself so others feel comfortable. That shift right there? That is “depth of inquiry.” It's stopping the report and starting the investigation, the exciting archeological dig on your life. Story Prompt: As you go about your day, take a deep look past the surface of your own daily routine as if gazing into a wishing well. Don't just report the facts of your life to yourself. Find the glimmering coins of a deeper truth under the surface; write that story and share it out loud! You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, please subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. AND! Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me [info@quartermoonstoryarts.net] to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.
In this episode of Pray the Word on 1 Samuel 23:1–2, David Platt encourages us to seek God's guidance in every decision. Explore more content from Radical.
You don't need to be a content creator to create great content. Often, business leaders think it's camera presence that's holding them back. In reality, it comes down to how you tell your story and who is helping you do it. In this episode, Emma walks through the process behind a Ninety Five Media content shoot. She unpacks the impact of having the right social content on hand, how to get the most out of your footage, and what comes after your content is captured. If you want more time and consistent results, having a partner to help you handle everything from scripting to shooting and posting will give you the ability to focus on scaling your company. If you're looking to see real results from your social media content, tune into this episode to get a first-hand look at how a successful content shoot can boost your entire strategy. Listen in as Emma explains: What Most Leaders Get Wrong About Content Creation How You Can Benefit from a Social-First Team What's the Real Impact of a Social Media Management Service And much, much more!
What if your practices could build basketball IQ, sharpen habits, and raise engagement all at once? In this episode, Sam and TJ break down how to use a games-based and constraints-led approach to make sure what your team works on in practice actually transfers to games. They share specific games you can steal — from five-point plays and golden guns to weak-hand assist rules — plus the coaching framework behind them. TJ also unpacks the master-teaching skill of "loading and unloading" constraints so players are challenged without being overwhelmed. Whether you coach seventh graders or college players, this conversation will change how you design your next practice.Show NotesWhy practice design builds cultureTJ's freshman year shaped his philosophyCoaching today's "epic learner"Fun and winning aren't oppositesEngagement drives retention and improvementFilter every idea through your teamKirby Smart's lesson on evolving practicesBeware the copycat coaching trapPick three habits to be elite atGames that check multiple boxesLet players choose the five-point playEmpowering players builds basketball IQThe whistle is the teacherDon't remove yourself from the gameTie games to the Key 5 BlueprintBuild habits like the "peek" ruleLoading and unloading constraints properlyRight dosage beats more rulesUse point values to create gravityCoaches should be learning, tooSend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Every fall, over 2,700 players from elementary school to high school attend a PGC Shooting College. PGC is the place for dedicated players who are serious about becoming better shooters. At a Fall Shooting College, they'll get the knowledge, skills and blueprint needed to quickly become a great shooter before the season starts.Learn more & Register: https://pgcbasketball.com/camps/shooting-college/
Mike talks with Peter Smith about why selling stays “Essentially Human” even as AI and short-form content reshape how people pay attention. Along the way, we pull practical lessons from stories about music, used cars, pricing, and resilience that help you sell with more clarity and less anxiety.Send us Fan Mail Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark's website platform: punchmark.com Inquire about sponsoring In the Loupe and showcase your business on our next episode: podcast@punchmark.com
Your customers don't actually buy offers, they buy outcomes. Ignoring this fact can result in your content missing the mark. In this episode, Emma shares the most important question your audience is wondering with every piece of content they consume: "What's in it for me?". She explains why consumers focus more on identity than features and the importance of "Life ROI". You'll also learn the common pitfalls for founder-led brands and what Ninety Five Media assesses for every new client to help them boost their engagement and improve their conversions. Listen in as Emma explains: What Your Consumers Really Care About How to Create Content that Converts What Your Audience Wonders with Every Piece of Content And much, much more!
I just finished watching the Spain v Belgium match, and it gave me three ideas about communication that apply to the workplace:Data is not enough. You need to create meaning that other people can understand.For the most important moments: Slow Down. And then show me again.Energy is contagious!...After the EpisodeComing up July 15: free workshop on recognizing and celebrating your achievements:https://calendly.com/kimnicol/iamremarkable~Be a guest on the pod, and get help with a specific work or career question:https://calendly.com/kimnicol/podcast-guest~Join the next Communication Strategies for Managers:https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies~Free download: Make Feedback Meaningfulhttps://maven.com/p/e36395/make-feedback-meaningful-print-fold-zine~Follow me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/~Inquire about private coaching:https://kimnicol.com/
Send Jay comments via textUnraveling the Hidden Scarcity Paradigm to Build a True Second Act.On the outside, high-achieving professionals often appear to have everything figured out: successful careers, strong incomes, and polished lives. On the inside, many quietly carry a heavy load of secret shame, perfectionism, and deep anxiety around money or past financial mistakes that stall their next move. Debbie Movsesian—a 20-year cardiology physician assistant turned transformative mind-body coach—joins Jay Ramsden to talk about what happens when you're ready to retire your old role without decommissioning your drive, and how deep-seated patterns keep high-capacity people from stepping into what's next.In this honest, peer-to-peer conversation, Debbie shares her journey from feeling unfulfilled in traditional Western medicine to facing a major financial trauma that forced her to examine her own relationship with scarcity. She breaks down how our early "snow globe paradigms"—the unexamined beliefs about money, achievement, and security formed in childhood—run on autopilot and quietly limit what we believe is possible for our second act. Debbie introduces her Mind-Body Liberation approach, showing how simple somatic tools like Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT tapping) calm a hyper-vigilant nervous system, release old guilt, and create the internal space needed to launch a meaningful second-act project grounded in genuine joy rather than relentless pressure.Strategic Highlights:Retiring the Role, Not the Drive: How to redirect high-performance energy into a second act without carrying over old burnout.The Snow Globe Effect: How invisible childhood money beliefs dictate your adult decisions and career shifts.Releasing Secret Shame: Overcoming the fear of failure, financial mistakes, and the pressure to look "perfect."Somatic Nervous System Reset: Using tapping and body awareness to shift out of fight-or-flight decision-making into Second-Act clarity.Debbie Movsesian Bio (Learn More): Debbie Movsesian is a cardiology physician assistant turned mind-body transformation coach. She uses somatic tools, nervous system regulation, and EFT tapping to help high-achieving professionals dissolve hidden money blocks, release perfectionism, and launch a Second Act rooted in true freedom. Support the showSUPPORT THE MISSION: If this episode provided you any value or insights, please Follow and Save the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your "Save" is a vital signal that helps us reach the Top 50 Education charts and reach more families navigating change.WORK WITH JAY (1:1 PRIVATE ADVISORY): You've spent decades building the framework of your life. If you find that you've finally outgrown the very life you've engineered, general advice isn't enough. You need strategic perspective. Jay works with parents ready to create their second act. Explore his Private Advisory
July is bringing some big changes to the most popular social platforms. Pinterest, Amazon, Meta, LinkedIn, and TikTok are each unveiling features and updates that will impact your content creation experience. In this episode, Emma sheds light on this exciting industry news, coupled with insights and perspectives to guide you through them. From partnerships that will boost revenue opportunities to the ups and downs of AI, you'll get a first look at five key changes that are coming down the line. You'll also learn how collaborators, in-app editing, and an emphasis on human-first content can boost your marketing efforts. Whether you're active on every platform or dipping a toe into new areas, now's the time to listen in and leverage the upcoming innovations. Listen in as Emma explains: New Partners for Platforms and Creators What's Happening with AI Why Personality Is Still the Biggest Competitive Advantage And much, much more!
Every coach preaches toughness and confidence — but how do we actually define and teach them? In this episode, TJ and Sam dig into the five mental components of a player's mindset: approach, confidence, composure, toughness, and competitive greatness. You'll hear the lion vs. sparrow mentality, the NATO principle (not attached to outcome), and a simple 30-year coaching test for spotting your toughest players. If you want a real edge that 80% of teams ignore, give this one a listen.Show Notes:Why mindset separates special teamsFive mental components coaches must teachHabits drive a consistent approachResponses vs. reactions: decide aheadLion vs. sparrow mentality explainedPreparation plus quality thinking equals confidenceStop tying identity to made shotsComposure starts with the coachNATO: not attached to outcomeTransition defense reveals true toughnessDefine toughness, don't just preach itCompetitive greatness starts in unseen hoursSend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Every fall, over 2,700 players from elementary school to high school attend a PGC Shooting College. PGC is the place for dedicated players who are serious about becoming better shooters. At a Fall Shooting College, they'll get the knowledge, skills and blueprint needed to quickly become a great shooter before the season starts.Learn more & Register: https://pgcbasketball.com/camps/shooting-college/
Managing people is a different job than whatever you did to get promoted. Now, instead of holding the work in your own hands, you are responsible for managing other people who are doing the work. You're still responsible for the end result -- and that can feel frustrating, or make you second-guess yourself. Here's a way to think about it that will help....After the EpisodeRecognize and celebrate your achievements:https://calendly.com/kimnicol/iamremarkable~Sign up to be a guest on the pod! We'll work through one problem you want help with:https://calendly.com/kimnicol/podcast-guest~Join the next Communication Strategies for Managers:https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategies~Free download: Make Feedback Meaningfulhttps://maven.com/p/e36395/make-feedback-meaningful-print-fold-zine~Follow me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/~Inquire about private coaching:https://kimnicol.com/
Send Jay comments via textThe Internal Renovation: Managing the Collision of Hormonal Chaos and the Empty Nest.When the demanding logistics of raising children suddenly clear out of your house, the quiet that follows can be interrupted by a different kind of storm. One in ten women are currently leaving the workforce at the absolute peak of their careers because perimenopause and menopause are misunderstood, ignored, or treated as entirely private failures. Lisa Boate—founder of Liberated Menopause and host of the Transforming 45 podcast—joins Jay Ramsden to break down the physical, emotional, and systemic realities of what happens when hormone shifts collide with career peaks, aging parents, and an empty home.In this deeply candid, jargon-free conversation, Lisa frames perimenopause not as a deficit, but as a mirror of puberty in reverse—a phase of internal chaos where fluctuating hormones cause the body's communication systems to misfire. We move far beyond hot flashes to address the lived realities of deep brain fog, word-recall issues, sleep disruption, and musculoskeletal symptoms like frozen shoulder. Lisa offers practical relationship tools like the "Helped, Heard, or Hugged" framework to help couples move past legacy logistical scripts and navigate times when emotional energy is highly expensive—a message specifically critical for husbands and partners looking to understand the convergence of these midlife storms without trying to "fix" them. Learn how to transition from feeling invisible to reclaiming your sovereignty, how to utilize targeted preventative foundations like her signature assessment, and how to arrive completely prepared to advocate for your health at your next doctor's visit using structured clinical data.
Was De'Aaron Fox's blocked layup at the end of Game 4 a bad decision, or are we all just being couch coaches with the benefit of slow-motion replay? Sam and TJ use that exact moment — plus the late double team on Brunson and San Antonio's third-quarter three-point barrage — to dig into one of the most debated topics in coaching: how much time should you actually spend on situational basketball? They get into building "non-timeout calls" to change the flow of a game, why shot selection (not just execution) wins and loses close games, and why coaching your own emotional response might matter more than any late-game playbook. Whether you're running a youth program or a college staff, this episode will change how you think about practice planning for crunch time.Show Notes:De'Aaron Fox's blocked layup decisionCouch coaching vs. real-time decisionsThe Spurs' 29-point collapseShot selection during big runsDoubling Brunson late in the gameBoxing out and rebounding assignmentsHow much to script end-of-game situationsBuilding non-timeout calls to shift momentumCoaching player mindset under pressureCoaching your own emotional regulationProcess-oriented vs. results-oriented coachingKnowing your team's late-game identityPGC Courtside Coaching Clinic announcementSend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Every fall, over 2,700 players from elementary school to high school attend a PGC Shooting College. PGC is the place for dedicated players who are serious about becoming better shooters. At a Fall Shooting College, they'll get the knowledge, skills and blueprint needed to quickly become a great shooter before the season starts.Learn more & Register: https://pgcbasketball.com/camps/shooting-college/
The marketing world moves FAST, which is why Michael checked-in with Digital Marketing Manager at Punchmark, Hope Bellair, to ask if these 10 Digital Marketing techniques still matter. Hope gets candid with us about everything from hashtags and following counts to AEO and Podcasts. You won't wanna miss this one!Learn more about Stratus Estate Buyers: stratusestatebuyers.comSend us Fan Mail Send feedback or learn more about the podcast: punchmark.com/loupe Learn about Punchmark's website platform: punchmark.com Inquire about sponsoring In the Loupe and showcase your business on our next episode: podcast@punchmark.com
Robert and Austin talk about Agility Robotics' SPAC, Tesla & SpaceX merger rumors, and Apple raising pricing on their devices. We're also joined by Rob Wiesenthal, CEO of BLADE, to discuss the future of air mobility. ---
If you're a varsity coach, what do you actually want a player to look like when they walk through your gym door for the first time? TJ and Sam dig into the world of feeder programs — travel ball, middle school, JV — and why most programs are leaving a ton on the table by not building synergy across all those levels. From the X's and O's to the intangibles that actually win games, they break down what it looks like when a program pulls in the same direction from sixth grade all the way to senior night. Show Notes:Define feeder programs and final destinationCreate synergy across all levelsReverse engineer what varsity needsBest coaches belong at middle schoolTeach intangibles before X's and O'sBuild culture from fifth grade upVarsity coach as program CEOAsk parents better travel ball questionsAlign terminology and system across levelsMonthly coach check-ins build consistencySend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Keeping Players Busy this offseason Isn't the Goal - Making Sure They Come Back Better IsUse our free Player Development Assistant to help you build a personalized and comprehensive development plan for each of your players.Get the Free Player Development Assistant: https://coach.pgcbasketball.com/hustle-gpt/