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Are you curious about what my business finances looked like this year? In today's episode, I'm recapping where I spent my money in 2025. Plus, how I more intentionally invested based on my “why.” Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you'll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Find It Quickly: Tools (3:20)Travel (5:16)Coaching (13:12) Communities (15:27)Paid visibility (16:58)My team (18:24)Looking ahead to 2026 (20:12)Mentioned in this Episode:Get on the waitlist for Mic Check Retreat: gaffincreative.com/retreatEpisode 152 What My Year of Investing in My Business Looked Like: gaffincreative.com/152-what-my-year-of-investing-in-my-business-looked-likeConnect with Haylee:Gaffin Creative: gaffincreative.comInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinSoundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardReview the Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/9UwGoZaM7LF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bank of Ireland has invested over €370m in its Retail Ireland division over its current threeyear strategic cycle (2023 - 2025). The investment spans fraud protection, technology and telephony, mortgage services, App investment, payments and CRM. A number of first-to-market products and services launched during that time, including EcoSaver - mortgage rates based on BER; Smart Start - current account for children/young teens; 'Coming to Ireland' service - customers can apply for their current account 45 days before moving to Ireland. 2,500 consumers across 120 countries have applied for a current account through the Coming to Ireland service since its launch in April. The Bank also recently launched a new lending product to support homeowners trading down and drive better use of existing housing stock in the market. Bank of Ireland's Retail Ireland division made significant headway over the period, driven by investment and innovation, improved customer experiences and market leadership across key products. This included the largest single investment the Bank has ever made in enhanced customer service systems and technology for frontline colleagues. Susan Russell, Chief Executive Retail Ireland, Bank of Ireland said: "As part of our strategy, we launched a completely new type of mortgage that rewards customers for improving the energy efficiency of their homes, helping us become Ireland's number one mortgage provider. Addressing the challenges faced by homeowners who need a property better suited to their needs, we announced a new lending product to support people trading down. And we're providing tailored products for farmers, young people, and those returning or relocating to Ireland. "We've also invested in our branches and contact centres and are rolling out a brand-new ATM fleet across the island. And through strategic deployment of new technology and AI, we're serving customers faster, protecting them better from fraud, and enabling payments across Europe in seconds. "Over the past three years, we've focused on building stronger relationships by listening more closely and responding for customers in meaningful ways. We've delivered a simpler business by removing friction and making everyday banking faster and more intuitive. And we're building a truly sustainable company, one that is inclusive, responsible and future-ready. This journey is far from over, but we're proud of how far we've come and very excited about what lies ahead." Retail Ireland delivery against strategy: Product and service innovation: Announced new lending product to support homeowners trading down and drive better use of housing stock in the market. Launched innovative products including EcoSaver (mortgage rates based on BER) and Smart Start (current account for children/young teens). New 'Coming to Ireland' service allows customers to apply for their current account 45 days in advance Customer service investment and transformation: The Bank's largest single investment in enhanced customer service systems and technology for frontline colleagues. Improved telephony and CRM systems = faster customer service. 'Single view' of the customer at the touch of a button. More services available 24/7, voice biometrics improving security and efficiency. Branch upgrade programme including refurbishments and accessibility enhancements. New ATMs = greater cash processing capacity, energy-saving technology and better accessibility. Better payments and fraud protection: SEPA Instant transfers now available, and advanced security with Verification of Payee and Fraud Payment Interrupt. €50 million investment in fraud prevention and protection. 225 fraud colleagues and 24/7 customer support. Mortgage and lending excellence: Improved brokers tech platform, new credit scoring model, and automated document reading = accelerated mortgage decisions. Maintaining the #1 position in Irish mortgage lending. nCino platform successfully deployed for small business and agri custo...

In this episode of the Scottish Property Podcast, Nick and Steven sit down with Clark Adam, a 69-year-old property investor with one of the most fascinating life stories ever featured on the show. From growing up as a self-confessed “Ned” in Glasgow's Cardonald, to joining the army at 15, to spending 25 years overseas protecting UK diplomats in some of the world's most dangerous countries — Clark's journey is anything but ordinary.After realising his pensions wouldn't cover retirement, Clark began investing in buy-to-lets in 2008. Fast forward to today, he owns a high-cashflow portfolio in Montrose, earns close to £10,000 per month, and is part of an elite property group where only investors netting over £100k annually are allowed in. His favourite strategies now include serviced accommodation, long-term corporate lets, purchase with delayed completion, and upcoming moves into M&A and hotels.This episode is packed with wisdom, wild stories, and truly unique insights into risk, discipline, and building wealth later in life.

If you think 2025 was a property boom, you’ve been lied to. Prices did rise — but not because Australia suddenly got richer, smarter or more confident. In this episode of Get Invested, Bushy Martin dismantles the popular boom narrative and explains why 2025 was really a policy-driven bottleneck that quietly rewarded a small group of prepared investors — while leaving many others exposed. Bushy breaks down how record-low listings, decade-low construction, surging migration and government-engineered price bands combined to create intense pressure in very specific parts of the market. The result? Some Australians made a year’s wage in equity without fanfare, while others chased hotspots, followed influencers, and overpaid for the wrong property in the wrong location — often without realising it yet. In this solo episode, Bushy reveals the three real forces that pushed prices higher even as affordability hit rock bottom, why 2025 was never an “equal boom”, and how national policy settings funnelled buyers into the same narrow price band — creating artificial competition in so-called “affordable” markets. He also revisits his proven 3 I’s (Infrastructure, Incomes, Industry) and 3 P’s (People, Property, Position) framework, showing why fundamentals — not FOMO — explained where growth actually occurred. Most importantly, Bushy outlines why strategy must come before location, and why borderless analysis paired with strong local execution is the smarter way to invest. Stick with Bushy to the end and you’ll walk away with a clear, practical three-step checklist you can use before buying anything in 2026 — because next year isn’t about prediction, it’s about positioning. This episode is essential listening for investors who want to live by design, not by default. Take the next step with Bushy Personal Solutions Session Get clarity and personalised guidance: Book now Property W.E.A.L.T.H Program - live now! Be first to access discounts + free Module 1: Find out more https://courses.bushymartin.com.au/property-wealth Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Get property investment and wealth resources, and book a Personal Solution Session with Bushy. All the links and info are here: linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is one of my favorite interviews of 2025. Jeff deGraaf, founder of Renaissance Macro Research, built his career translating technical analysis into actionable investment strategies for institutional clients. Hear about his market cycle clock—and why inflation matters more to stocks than GDP growth does.

Daily Evening Prayer (12/11/25) from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN): Psalms 59-61; Isaiah 36; James 4; Metrical Psalm 30:9-129 "What profit is there in my blood, congealed by death's cold night? Can silent ashes speak thy praise, thy wondrous truth recite?" 10 "Hear me, O Lord; in mercy, hear: thy wonted aid extend; Do thou send help, on whom alone I can for help depend." 11 'Tis done! Thou hast my mournful scene to songs and dances turned; Invested me with robes of state, who late in sackcloth mourned. 12 Exalted thus, I'll gladly: sing thy praise in grateful verse; And, as thy favors endless are, Thy endless praise rehearse.If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/To own a prayer book, visit: https://anglicanway.org/product/the-1662-book-of-common-prayer-international-edition-hardcover-march-2-2021/To own a hymnal, visit: https://anglicanhousepublishers.org/shop/the-book-of-common-praise-of-the-reformed-episcopal-church/

Daily Evening Prayer (12/11/25) from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN): Psalms 59-61; Isaiah 36; James 4; Metrical Psalm 30:9-129 "What profit is there in my blood, congealed by death's cold night? Can silent ashes speak thy praise, thy wondrous truth recite?" 10 "Hear me, O Lord; in mercy, hear: thy wonted aid extend; Do thou send help, on whom alone I can for help depend." 11 'Tis done! Thou hast my mournful scene to songs and dances turned; Invested me with robes of state, who late in sackcloth mourned. 12 Exalted thus, I'll gladly: sing thy praise in grateful verse; And, as thy favors endless are, Thy endless praise rehearse.If you find this ministry edifying, please consider making a one-time donation or becoming a regular contributor here: https://trinityconnersville.com/give/To read along, visit: https://ie.dailyoffice1662.com/To sing along with the Brady and Tate Metrical Psalter, visit: https://www.friendsofsabbath.org/cgmusic.com/workshop/newver_frame.htmTo own a Bible, visit: https://www.thomasnelsonbibles.com/product/kjv-center-column-reference-bible-with-apocrypha/To own a prayer book, visit: https://anglicanway.org/product/the-1662-book-of-common-prayer-international-edition-hardcover-march-2-2021/To own a hymnal, visit: https://anglicanhousepublishers.org/shop/the-book-of-common-praise-of-the-reformed-episcopal-church/

Charles is joined by Victoria Fernandez, Crosswalk Global Investments Chief Market Strategist, to discuss the importance of knowing when to buy and sell stocks, signs of a softening economy, and how factors like the labor market, consumer strength, and earnings are interconnected and impact investment decisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Podcast: Level Up Business (LS 26 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: Fully Invested: The Anti-Hustle Blueprint for Entrepreneurs with Chad WillardsonPub date: 2025-12-09Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationWork-life balance? It's a lie. In this episode, JR Lay sits down with Chad Willardson—author of Fully Invested—to explore what it really means to go “all in” without losing yourself in the process. You'll learn how to integrate your values across life and business, why alignment beats balance every time, and how redefining success can unlock greater impact at home and in your company. Whether you're scaling a business or re-evaluating your priorities, this conversation will help you stop chasing and start building with intention.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from JR Lay, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

I've been investing for over 8 years and have built my investment portfolio to £180,000.In this podcast episode, we go through the 10 most important lessons that I've learnt along the way. Listen to the podcast episode for the full details!-----------------------------------------More investing:

I've been investing for over 8 years and have built my investment portfolio to £180,000.In this podcast episode, we go through the 10 most important lessons that I've learnt along the way. Listen to the podcast episode for the full details!-----------------------------------------More investing:

In this episode, we break down the revelations around David Sacks, the venture capitalist now serving as the Trump administration's de-facto AI czar, while simultaneously holding deep financial ties across the AI industry he's helping shape.Following the New York Times' recent reporting, we examine how Sacks positioned himself at the center of both AI policy and AI investing, and what happens when the person influencing federal AI strategy is also betting on the companies affected by those decisions.Is this a historic conflict of interest? A new model of tech-government entanglement? Or simply the inevitable outcome of Silicon Valley's growing political power?We dig into:- How Sacks became the administration's key voice on AI- The scale of his investments in AI companies- What “no conflict, no interest” looks like in practice- Why industry insiders are divided on whether this is savvy or dangerous- What this means for AI regulation, startups, and U.S. competitiveness

In this episode, we break down the revelations around David Sacks, the venture capitalist now serving as the Trump administration's de-facto AI czar, while simultaneously holding deep financial ties across the AI industry he's helping shape.Following the New York Times' recent reporting, we examine how Sacks positioned himself at the center of both AI policy and AI investing, and what happens when the person influencing federal AI strategy is also betting on the companies affected by those decisions.Is this a historic conflict of interest? A new model of tech-government entanglement? Or simply the inevitable outcome of Silicon Valley's growing political power?We dig into:- How Sacks became the administration's key voice on AI- The scale of his investments in AI companies- What “no conflict, no interest” looks like in practice- Why industry insiders are divided on whether this is savvy or dangerous- What this means for AI regulation, startups, and U.S. competitiveness

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This episode is a heartfelt message to the parents who have joined The Post-Separation Parenting Blueprint™ or invested in coaching - parents who have chosen courage over comfort, strategy over survival, and capacity over chaos.Danielle speaks directly to those who made the decision to invest not only money, but time, energy, emotional labour and their one precious window to protect their children in a post-separation landscape.In a world where people spend without hesitation on coffee, handbags and other dopamine-fuelled purchases - you chose the unglamorous, diligent, deeply protective path. You chose to learn, to practice, to document, to regulate, to show up for your children now, while it matters most.This episode honours you, sees you, and celebrates you.Because you are the cycle-breakers.The advocates.The leaders.What Danielle wants listeners to take away:Validation that choosing strategy is brave and rareRecognition for the invisible work protective parents do dailyPermission to take pride in the investment they've madeEncouragement to keep going when the process is heavyA reminder that this work changes outcomes long-termReinforcement that The Blueprint is not a luxury - it's a necessity for protective parentsConfidence that their children will one day understand their commitmentBLACK FRIDAY: Until midnight December 12 -  $300 off The Post-Separation Parenting Blueprint™ + complimentary AI Danielle access. Making evidence-based protective parenting knowledge accessible to more Australian families. Visit danielleblackcoaching.com.auAbout Danielle Black: Danielle Black is a respected authority in child-focused post-separation parenting in Australia. With over twenty years' experience in education, counselling and coaching - and her own lived experience navigating a complex separation - she helps parents advocate strategically and protect their children's safety and wellbeing. Learn more at danielleblackcoaching.com.au. This podcast is for educational purposes only and not legal advice. Please seek independent legal, medical, financial, or mental health advice for your situation.

Australian property investors are being misled by headlines - here’s why location, not media noise, will determine who wins in 2025. In this episode of Get Invested, Bushy Martin sits down with long-time favourite and one of Australia’s most respected property research analysts, Terry Ryder, founder of Hotspotting and author of Why Property Values Rise. Together they cut through the noise to reveal what really drives sustainable property growth - and why most investors never build the portfolio they dream of. Terry unpacks why 70–80% of value growth comes down to local area selection, not the property itself, and why treating Australia as “one market” is lazy and dangerous. He explains how $900B+ of infrastructure is reshaping jobs, incomes and housing demand across thousands of micro-markets - and why forward-looking indicators matter far more than backward-looking stats. From the rise of apartments and overlooked suburbs, to the spectacular failure of doom-and-gloom forecasts, Bushy and Terry give investors a practical GPS for choosing outperforming locations using Terry’s EMPIRICAL formula alongside Bushy’s 3I’s & 3P’s. If you’re serious about building a lifestyle-funding portfolio - not just a random collection of properties - this conversation is essential listening. Connect with Terry Ryder https://www.hotspotting.com.au Take the next step with Bushy Personal Solutions Session Get clarity and personalised guidance: Book now Property W.E.A.L.T.H Program - live now! Be first to access discounts + free Module 1: Find out more https://courses.bushymartin.com.au/property-wealth Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Get property investment and wealth resources, and book a Personal Solution Session with Bushy. All the links and info are here: linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

Send us a textReady to stop grinding and start scaling? We dive into a clear, no-fluff blueprint for using agentic AI to grow sales, improve margins, and reclaim your time. Instead of one-off prompts, you'll learn how autonomous agents perceive context, plan multi-step workflows, make decisions, and execute tasks across your stack—then learn from outcomes to get better week after week.We walk through the five domains where agents deliver immediate wins: customer support that resolves faster and cuts cost per ticket; lead generation that researches prospects and tailors outreach to lower CAC; marketing engines that ideate, create, test, and iterate across channels; back-office automation that reconciles books, tracks invoices, and manages inventory; and forecasting that sharpens demand, revenue, and cash flow accuracy. Along the way, we plug real numbers into the conversation—10x service cost reductions, 40–60% time-to-output cuts, and double-digit revenue lift—so you can benchmark your own progress with confidence.Measurement is the unlock. You'll get a compact KPI framework tied to the P&L: revenue growth rate, ROI per initiative, gross margin improvement, operating cash flow accuracy, CAC and lifetime value, time-to-output, error rates, cost per transaction, CSAT, and NPS. We also share practical guardrails to deploy safely: approvals, escalation paths, SOPs, and team training that make adoption stick. The human edge—strategy, empathy, and brand—stays at the center while agents handle the repetitive execution. If you've wondered how to leverage AI without losing what makes your business special, this is your roadmap.Subscribe for more playbooks, share this with a founder who needs it, and leave a review to tell us which KPI you'll track first.Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Follow The Brand! We hope you enjoyed learning about the latest trends and strategies in Personal Branding, Business and Career Development, Financial Empowerment, Technology Innovation, and Executive Presence. To keep up with the latest insights and updates, visit 5starbdm.com. And don't miss Grant McGaugh's new book, First Light — a powerful guide to igniting your purpose and building a BRAVE brand that stands out in a changing world. - https://5starbdm.com/brave-masterclass/ See you next time on Follow The Brand!

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

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What's the secret to making a great event come together? Today I'm chatting with my friend and event co-host Anita Guerini. Together, we hosted The Pink Skirt Project event in 2025 with over 300 women in attendance. It was a magnetic experience that changed lives, and we can't wait to do it again. In this conversation, we're sharing how we shattered the blueprint for running an event like this for the first time, and how we're going even bigger and bolder next year. In this episode, you will learn about: Why we decided to go big with our first event, and how it paid off. What actually made our event a sold-out success. Why I hid my true self for so long in business (and the moment that liberated me). How opening up a safe space for vulnerability creates major impact. The detailed planning process behind putting a first-time event together. What the energy of the room was like that morning and what it meant to me. The secret sauce The Pink Skirt Project brings and how it can influence your circle. Why we love out-of-the-box marketing tactics and how we embrace it. What we're most excited about for The Pink Skirt Project 2026.     Get 10% off your Sage Haus House Manager today! Use code: SAGEHAUSWILD   Check out The Pink Skirt Project, happening July 9-10, 2026 in Kelowna, BC, Canada.   Want to get unstuck, feel more confident and surround yourself with women ready to help you climb? Join The Pink Skirt Society.   Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here.     Connect with Anita: @anitabestlife www.anitaguerini.com  Connect with Renée: @renee_warren www.reneewarren.com

Episode SummaryIn this episode, Rodric sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and financial literacy coach Angela Goodman to unpack the truth behind “money problems.” Angela shares the hard-won lessons from leaving corporate HVAC, surviving (and choosing to exit) the restaurant world, and coaching business owners who are great at their craft but broke on paper.They dig into discernment, boundaries, self-worth, and communication—and why most entrepreneurs don't actually have money problems… they have people problems and self-valuation problems. You'll also hear about fearless experimentation (including cutting into a dream hot rod to learn welding), human design, and why you wouldn't desire the thing if you weren't capable of doing the thing.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy Angela walked away from corporate America and bought a restaurant she'd “never do again.”How short-term rentals, multifamily, and restaurants can make you question humanity—and what those experiences taught her about boundaries.The link between communication, self-worth, and cash flow (and why it's almost never “just the money”).How to become radically picky about clients and partnerships—and why Angela tests people before they know they're being tested.Rodric's Four Futures framework and the moment you hit “no more” and never go back.The real cost of refusing to invest in help, even when you're leaving millions on the table.What human design and spiritual work have to do with business, money, and why you're on earth.A simple but powerful reframe from Channel Panel: “You wouldn't desire to do the thing if you weren't capable of doing the thing.”About Angela GoodmanAngela describes herself as “just a girl from Virginia,” but the resume is a little bigger than that:Started in commercial HVAC, one of the few women in the industry.Climbed into leadership managing large teams and a $25M business.Left corporate to buy into a restaurant franchise, grinding 24/7, surviving COVID, and ultimately choosing to exit.Invested in multifamily and other ventures that taught her hard lessons about partners, discernment, and trusting the wrong people.Today she works with business owners on financial literacy, communication, and culture, helping them stop being “poor entrepreneurs” and start running profitable companies aligned with who they really are.You'll find her speaking to rooms of accountants, trades, and entrepreneurs on money, leadership, and communication—then heading off to Antarctica and beyond for bucket-list adventures.Key Moments & Timestamps00:00 – Antarctica, Easter Island & Lifetime Trips Rodric and Angela open with travel talk: Antarctica, Machu Picchu, Easter Island, tennis majors, and why Angela wants to go where nobody else has been.03:23 – “I'm Just a Girl from Virginia” – Angela's Origin Story Angela shares how she went from commercial HVAC to buying a restaurant franchise, and why she's now exiting to focus on helping business owners “figure out their sh*t.”06:36 – Restaurants, Airbnbs & Questioning Humanity They compare war stories: restaurant guests, short-term rentals, multifamily tenants… and how certain businesses can make you seriously rethink how much you like people.08:49 – Learning Discernment the Hard Way Angela talks about bad partnerships, being owed hundreds of thousands of dollars, and realizing she trusted the wrong people....

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Suffering Victoriously As Christians… “It is ‘Go Time’ to be Fully Invested in Serving Christ and His Kingdom!”  It was and seems to be once again time to be fully invested in serving the LORD.  There are four fundamental responses that need to be consistently practiced as troublesome times continue to unfold.  First, a prayer life built upon sound judgment and soberness.  Next, we need to remain fervent in our love for the brethren.  Third we need to be hospitable with a great attitude,  Finally, we need to invest our God-given gifts, talents, abilities, and resources to advance Christ’s Kingdom.  The overall riding purpose is that God may be glorified in His people as we humbly do His will.  The post It Is “Go Time” To Be Fully Invested! appeared first on Pleasant Hill Church of Christ.

Australian property investors are selling up in record numbers – and the 2025 PIPA Investor Survey finally reveals why. In this solo episode, Bushy Martin breaks down the truth behind the rental crisis and what it really means for everyday Australians trying to build wealth. Bushy unpacks the biggest shifts in this year’s PIPA survey, including: Record investor exits (16% sold in the last year) and why most of those properties left the rental market. Costs rising 10–40% while 65% of investors are passing on less than 10% to tenants. Major fear triggers like negative gearing reform, CGT changes, land tax hikes and compliance blowouts. State-level pain, with QLD and VIC hit hardest. A surprising silver lining — nearly 60% of investors still believe it’s a good time to buy. He then zooms out to reveal the bigger truth most commentators are missing: You don’t fix a shortage by shrinking the supply. Investor exits mean fewer rentals, higher rents and more pressure on the people who can least afford it. Bushy also shares his foresight on what’s coming next — from the likely intensification of the rental crunch to interest rate expectations and why contrarian investors may quietly win the next cycle. Finally, he gives you his clear GPS for what to do now: Strengthen emotional resilience and think long-term Stress-test your buffers and compliance load Avoid hype, focus on fundamentals and buy where true scarcity exists PIPA Resources This episode draws on insights from the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA). Explore more: https://www.pipa.asn.au/knowledge/ Download the full 2025 PIPA Survey: https://www.pipa.asn.au/wp-content/uploads/PIPA_Investor-Survey-Report_2025.pdf Contacts: Cate Bakos (Chair): cate@catebakos.com.au Mike Mortlock (Treasurer): mike.mortlock@mcgqs.com.au Matt Monaghan (GM): matt@pipa.asn.au Nicola McDougall (Adviser/Editor): nicola@bricksandmortarmedia.com.au Take the next step with Bushy Personal Solutions Session Get clarity and personalised guidance: Book now Property W.E.A.L.T.H Program - live now! Be first to access discounts + free Module 1: Find out more https://courses.bushymartin.com.au/property-wealth Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Get property investment and wealth resources, and book a Personal Solution Session with Bushy. All the links and info are here: linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PLA Anti-Submarine Warfare Grows, But Taiwan Conflict Will Immediately Escalate to Total War for Ryukyu Islands — Rick Fisher — Fisher notes that the PLA Navy has invested heavily in advanced anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities. However, Japan maintains a meaningful deterrent margin through its new lithium-battery powered submarines. Fisher warns that China cannot impose an effective blockade of Taiwan without invading and occupying the Sakushima Islands (part of the Ryukyu chain), guaranteeing that any conflict over Taiwan's status will immediately transition into total, wider warfare involving Japan and the United States. 1937 ESTONIA

The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:   Zimmer Biomet's $172 Million SAP Failure, Q&A (Darian Chwialkowski, Third Stage Consulting) The Digital Transformation Playbook for 2026 $10 Million is Being Invested in Portugal's AI Data Hub   We also cover a number of other relevant topics related to digital and business transformation throughout the show.  

There comes a point where the math you've been doing in your head stops adding up. You spent years in school. You passed the bar. You took on the loans. You built the career you were told would make it all worth it. Now you're tired, anxious, or checked out, but the idea of leaving makes your stomach drop. It feels like walking away means none of it mattered.That's how the sunk cost trap works. It convinces smart people that the only respectable choice is to stick with a decision that's hurting them. It tells you that if you bail now, everything you put into becoming a lawyer disappears.If you're stuck in the “I can't throw this away” spiral and need help figuring out your next step you need to listen to this. See show notes at formerlawyer.com/249

In a market full of shortcuts, hype, and “get-rich-by-Friday” noise, the real advantage belongs to investors who master the art of shifting gears — between growth and cashflow, and between working hard and actually living well. In Part 2 of Bushy’s deep-dive with Simon Lacey, an investor with 26 properties to his name, we peel back the curtain on what sustainable, purpose-driven property investing really looks like. Simon shares how he refined his entire “property engine” through co-living, commercial lending, and building a people-first buyer’s agency — all while keeping a long-term, fundamentals-first mindset. This is an episode for investors who want to resist the lure of the quick win, avoid the traps of short-term thinking, and instead build wealth the way it’s always been built: with clarity, consistency, and calm execution. Bushy and Simon dig into: How to shift gears between growth and cashflow without stalling your strategy Why the fundamentals — not the fads — deliver real financial freedom How co-living and commercial lending shaped Simon’s investment approach The importance of a people-first lens when building a property business Why persistence, patience and purpose always pay off in the long run If you’re ready to tune out the gimmicks and get serious about building a balanced life and a bulletproof portfolio, this episode will show you exactly what it takes. Are you ready? Then let’s get invested. Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Get property investment and wealth resources, and book a Personal Solution Session with Bushy. All the links and info are here: linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Sunday we continue our annual sermon series on stewardship. This year our stewardship series is titled, “All In”. Every year we take some take to look at how we as a congregation are gonna be good caretakers to the church with our gifts. Tune in as Pastor John Shughart shares the message, “All In: Invested.” Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 and Matthew 6:19-21

Why give to the local church? How do we discern what to give? And what does the Lord do through the financial offerings of His people? All of this is explored in the final installment of our Invested series.

Discover how Simon Lacey built a powerhouse 26-property portfolio generating $900k a year - and the strategic lessons every Australian investor can use to live by design. What does it really take to go from a single investment to a 26-property portfolio generating almost a million dollars in rental income? In this episode of Get Invested, Bushy Martin sits down with property investor and buyer’s agent Simon Lacey, who breaks down the mindset, strategy and long-game grit behind one of the most impressive portfolios in the country. Bushy kicks things off by reminding us that choosing the right investment strategy and tactical approach isn’t easy - and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why Simon’s journey is so valuable. From a light-bulb moment at age 15 to buying his first property at just 20, Simon has built - alongside his wife Christie - a diversified, multi-state portfolio of 26 properties, spanning active developments through to positive cash flow holdings. Today, their investments generate $900,000 in annual rent and are tracking towards the magic million. Their success didn’t just change their lives - it became the foundation for the Lacey Elite Buyers Agency, where they now help everyday Australians achieve the same clarity, confidence and sustainable success. In this episode, you’ll learn: The critical mindset shifts that fuelled Simon’s early momentum How he blended development, renovation and cash-flow plays to fast-track growth Why diversifying across states supercharged portfolio performance Practical insights into crafting your own long-term, sustainable investment strategy The story behind Lacey Elite Buyers Agency and how Simon and Christie now help others live by design If you’re an aspiring or active investor seeking guidance, inspiration and proven principles, Simon’s story will give you the clarity and confidence to refine your own investment path. Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Get a copy of Bushy's book, Get Invested, for FREE, and find out what it takes for you to invest in living more, working less Get all Property Hub info here linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do our finances have to do with our discipleship in following Jesus?

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Bushy Martin helps you reset your stance for success - by switching your focus from what might change to what never changes. Markets are messy, media is manic, and fads are fickle. Yet amid all the noise, the investors who win are those anchored to the fundamentals that always hold true. Bushy unpacks how to build a property plan that compounds over time, regardless of market moods or media cycles. With over four decades and $4B+ in property finance experience, Bushy explains why people don’t change—and how smart investors can out-structure their emotions, leverage finance as the true market mover, and buy before the crowd turns fundamentals into “hot spots.” Whether you’re an aspiring or seasoned investor, this episode will help you stop reacting to headlines and start compounding the principles that always deliver. Key Takeaways Stop reacting to headlines; start compounding fundamentals. People don’t change—so design your plan to out-structure your emotions. Future growth hides in the 3 I’s & 3 P’s; medians and averages mask the real gems. Finance is the lever: access to credit moves markets more than markets move themselves. Plan for the worst, manage for the best - buffers buy time, and time lets compounding win. Be the contrarian: buy before the pied pipers turn fundamentals into ‘hot spots.’ If you don't know Bushy, he is one of Australia’s most trusted property finance strategists, host of the award-winning Get Invested podcast, and author of The Freedom Formula. Over 40 years and $4B+ in finance experience, Bushy helps everyday Aussies design a lifestyle by choice - using property the right way, with the right structure, and the right team. His mission: to turn confusion into clarity, and reaction into compounding. Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Get a copy of Bushy's book, Get Invested, for FREE, and find out what it takes for you to invest in living more, working less Get all Property Hub info here linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Deal, Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly talk to Angel City FC controlling owner Willow Bay about how she sees her investment giving back to the community. They discuss how Bay helped change sports media culture when she hosted “NBA Inside Stuff,” how her work as dean of the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism inspired her to acquire a team in the National Women's Soccer League and why team ownership is unlike anything she ever imagined.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does a life invested in the purposes of God look like in everyday life?

Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on October 31, 2025 Steve Bartle made his weekly appearance with the guys to talk Utah football. Is Devon Dampier Utah's best option at Quarterback? Should fans be emotionally invested in their teams?  Utah is on a roll at home. Is Cincinnati any threat to stop it? 

Jake & Ben Full Show from October 31, 2025 Hour 1 Chad Brendel from BearcatJournal.com joined the guys to talk about Cincinnati and what to expect when they face Utah tomorrow.  Top 3 Stories of the Day: Utah vs Cincinnati tomorrow, Jazz in Phoenix for NBA Cup tonight, Sam Leavitt out for season at Arizona State.  Youtube TV has removed ESPN as they have a contract dispute. Really inconvenient for the fans!  Hour 2 Steve Bartle made his weekly appearance with the guys to talk Utah football. Is Devon Dampier Utah's best option at Quarterback? Should fans be emotionally invested in their teams?  Utah is on a roll at home. Is Cincinnati any threat to stop it?   

Do you really need 10 properties in 10 years, or could a handful of the right ones buy your freedom faster? In part 2 of this powerful interview from the Get Invest vault, Bushy Martin is joined again by Daniel Walsh - investor, mentor, and founder of Your Property Your Wealth - to challenge the “more doors = more freedom” myth that drives so many investors off course. Daniel unpacks why quality beats quantity, how to build a small, strategic portfolio that funds your lifestyle, and why the key to financial freedom is thinking in decades, not news cycles. Together, Bushy and Daniel explore: Why a calm, cashflow-positive future starts with smart choices up front How a few high-performing properties can replace your income The importance of buffers, loan structures, and sleep-at-night strategies How to avoid the FOMO traps that sabotage long-term growth The mindset shift from collecting keys to creating freedom If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s time to stop chasing more and start living better, this episode will show you how to build a smaller, smarter portfolio that buys you a big life - one that’s truly lived by design. Listen now to discover how less can truly be more - and how patience, planning, and the power of compounding can do the heavy lifting for your future. Connect with Daniel Daniel's education courses: https://ypywmastery.com.au Find your Freedom Formula Success in property starts with your 'why', and then the 'what' and 'how'. Let me, Bushy Martin, lead you through it! Sign up for my Freedom Formula program. The first session is absolutely free, and it only takes around an hour! Find out more https://bushymartin.com.au/freedom-formula-course Subscribe to Property Hub for free now on your favourite podcast player. Take the next step - connect, engage and get more insights with the Property Hub community at linktr.ee/propertyhubau Get a copy of Bushy's book, Get Invested, for FREE, and find out what it takes for you to invest in living more, working less Get all Property Hub info here linktr.ee/propertyhubau About Get Invested, a Property Hub show Get Invested is the leading weekly podcast for Australians who want to learn how to unlock their full ‘self, health and wealth’ potential. Hosted by Bushy Martin, an award winning property investor, founder, author and media commentator who is recognised as one of Australia’s most trusted experts in property, investment and lifestyle, Get Invested reveals the secrets of the high performers who invest for success in every aspect of their lives and the world around them. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube to get every Get Invested episode each week for free. For business enquiries, email andrew@apiromarketing.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bickley and Marotta talk Cardinals, World Series, and go through Rush Hour Reboot.

The Entrepreneur's Odyssey by Andrew Ackerman Andrewbackerman.com https://www.amazon.com/Entrepreneurs-Odyssey-Andrew-Ackerman/dp/1032883545 The Entrepreneur's Odyssey is an authentic window into what it really takes to turn an idea into a viable startup. It is both an essential how-to guide for would-be startup founders as well as an entertaining novel for the startup curious. This textbook-as-novel has fictional first-time entrepreneur Marcus Williams recount his journey from would-be founder with a half-formed idea to a funded startup. His mentor, Jason Murath, a seasoned angel investor, guides Marcus step by step through customer discovery, validating and refining the product, market sizing, and more, all the way through closing his first round of financing. There has never been a more fun – and effective! – way to learn how to build a startup.About the author Serial entrepreneur turned early stage investor, innovation expert, professor and, oh yeah, author. Invested in 70+ startups and mentored hundreds more. Tl;dr It's hard Built my first startup into the top provider of web services to summer camps. Lots of mistakes. Luckily, none killed the company. Managed a family office. Incubated new ventures while managing hedge & private equity funds. Meh. Recruited to found an app for parents to organize digital memories. Experience is what you get when you don't get what you want. Awesome experience. Why start one business when you can launch dozens? Joined an accelerator and ended up creating a new, later stage, platform for them. These days I run REACH Labs for Second Century Ventures, consult for corporate venture funds, accelerators, etc. Teach entrepreneurship in my (ha!) spare time to test my book with real students. Spoiler: It works really well. Over 60 published articles but this is my first novel. Hope you enjoy it!

In this episode of Ropes & Gray's Fully Invested podcast series, asset management partner Jessica Marlin and capital markets counsel Marc Rotter discuss the rise of ‘34 Act funds and what sets them apart in today's investment landscape. The conversation explores how these unique vehicles are expanding opportunities for asset managers and investors, and delves into the regulatory and structural features that distinguish them from traditional private funds. The episode provides insight into current market trends and practical considerations for sponsors and investors evaluating ‘34 Act fund structures, along with analysis of the broader impact these funds may have on the future of alternative investments.  Ropes & Gray provides a comprehensive suite of legal services for retail alternatives, including fund formation, registration and compliance, structuring of public-private investment solutions, tax planning, and ongoing regulatory and transactional support. For additional information, please visit our Alternative Retail Funds page, which includes a library of our thought leadership resources with insights on the latest market developments.  

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On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Chad Willardson, entrepreneur, wealth advisor, and author of Fully Invested, for a heartfelt and lively conversation about what it truly means to win big at work and at home - without sacrificing one for the other. Chad shares the journey behind his “fully invested” philosophy: from the pivotal moment he chose family over chasing the Wall Street grind, to building successful businesses while making his marriage and five kids a top priority. Together, we unpack why “work-life balance” is a myth, and how true fulfillment comes from integrating your values into every part of your life, not compartmentalizing them. Key themes include learning to say no to good opportunities so you can say yes to great ones, cultivating championship teams in business and family, and establishing rituals and communication that keep loved ones connected even as life and careers evolve. Chad's candid stories and practical strategies illuminate how being present, whether at home or work, not only deepens relationships but powers greater professional success. Whether you're longing for more meaning at home while building your career, or questioning if you really have to choose between family and ambition, this episode is a powerful reminder that your richest life is possible when you invest fully in what truly matters.   About Chad, Chad Willardson, CFF®, CRPC®, AWMA®, is the President and Founder of Pacific Capital, a family office services firm dedicated to helping high-net-worth entrepreneurs achieve lifestyle and financial freedom. Chad is also the Founder of ELEVATED, an exclusive coaching program for growth-focused entrepreneurs. As an elected City Treasurer managing $650 million for taxpayers, Chad brings unparalleled expertise in wealth management, cash flow strategies, and business growth. Beyond his professional achievements, Chad is deeply invested in his family and previously hosted The Smart Money Parenting Show, ranked the #2 podcast on Apple for Parenting, Kids & Family, where he shares actionable advice on raising money-smart kids and balancing success at work and home. With over 20 years of experience in wealth management, Chad continues to inspire entrepreneurs to win in business and at home.   Here's a few additional resources for you… Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11 Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today! Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It's advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters. Ready to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose? The Certified Positive Leader Program is for anyone who wants to grow as a leader from the inside out. It's a self-paced experience built around my most impactful leadership principles with tools you can apply right away to improve your mindset, relationships, and results. You'll discover what it really means to lead with positivity… and how to do it every day. Learn more here! Join me for my Day of Development! You'll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You'll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It's time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here. Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

Brian Decker gets it. This dude actually gets what it means to be a serial entrepreneur. Not the fake kind you see plastered all over social media. The real kind. Brian spent 22 years building businesses the right way. Started as a CPA. Hated it. Jumped into mortgage lending right before the 2008 crash. Then doubled down when everyone else ran away. Built himself into one of the top loan officers in the country. Made multiple seven figures. Then did something most people never do. He recognized the trap. So he did what real entrepreneurs do. Kept the golden goose running. Took one out of every eight golden eggs. Invested it into the next thing. Then the next. Now he's CEO of a solar energy company with AI and machine learning built in. Recurring revenue model. SaaS multiple. Patent potential. That's how you build real wealth. Brian breaks down the mentality shift from chasing money to watching your employees' lives change. That Christmas party where someone's wife thanks you in tears because she could finally stop working to be with her kids. That's the real reason you do this. This episode will change how you think about building businesses. About what makes something scalable. About knowing your lane and staying in it. Brian's been in the trenches for over two decades. He's made mistakes. He's built the systems. And he's showing you exactly what works.We Meet: Brian Decker, Soar Energy, Modern Lending, CryptochargedConnect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with Brian: https://www.thebriandecker.com/ Subscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout Brian: Brian Decker is a serial entrepreneur with several successful exits. He is the CEO of Soar Energy, President/Founder of Modern Lending, real estate investor, cryptocurrency investor/educator, and keynote speaker/creator known for his passion for empowering others to achieve financial freedom.