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Marcus Buckingham — one of the most influential researchers on human performance — just published something that stopped me.Human behavior does not change in response to mildly positive experiences.It only changes when someone says: I love this.Not "I like this." Not "this was good." Love.And most companies are spending all their energy moving people from bad to okay —while ignoring the ones who already love them.Harvard Business Review, May/June 2026. Marcus Buckingham.Outcomes — loyalty, performance, advocacy — accelerate only after crossing a critical emotional threshold. Below it: forgettable. Above it: irreplaceable. Five conditions create love: Control, Harmony, Significance, Warmth, Growth.What We Cover in This EpisodeWhy incremental improvement is spinning your wheels — and what the Love Threshold actually isThe five conditions that create love — in customers and employees equallyTwo restaurants in Berlin, one weekend, two extremes: Love Threshold crossed vs. shatteredWhy love is the core ingredient of Human Experience Design — like the tomato in Italian cuisineThe biggest mistake: studying your detractors while ignoring your fansWhy Amber Asher's warning matters here: "Stop optimizing the soul out of it""Without love, it is not Genuine Human Experience. Love is not a soft feeling. It is the ingredient. Like the tomato in Italian cuisine — without it, it is not Italian."Human or Hype? — This WeekCustomer satisfaction surveys as a loyalty strategy.The Question I Can't Stop Thinking Abouttune into the show.→ This podcast has no advertising budget.It grows because people like you forward it to people like you.If something landed today — share it with one personwho is spending all their energy on what's brokenand none on what's already working.→ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen.→ Leave a review if you can. It makes a real difference.→ Connect with Peggy on LinkedIn: @amelungandpartnersI read every message.→ Free GHX Pressure Test — 12 questions, 5 minutes:amelung-partners.com → Free ToolsAI is great. But humanity is the driving force.See you next Tuesday.— Peggy, your genuine human experience nerd

3 years ago I was a frustrated mom who wanted so badly to build a business but had no idea what steps to take. I was scared of failure, scared of wasting time, and convinced I'd have to sacrifice everything that mattered to do it.Then I found James Wedmore.James is the creator of Business By Design... the program that took me from confused and stuck to hitting six figures in my first year as an entrepreneur. He's helped tens of thousands of people build profitable online businesses, and today he's sitting down with me to talk about all of it.In this episode we cover:Why being a busy mom is not the obstacle you think it isThe one thing every successful online business needs (and it's simpler than you'd expect)Why you'll never feel "ready" — and what to do insteadHow James' own sister built a multi-six-figure business around her kids, from scratchIf something has been quietly pulling you toward building your own online business, don't skip this one.REGISTER HERExoxo,RachelCONNECT WITH RACHELInstagram | Facebook | YouTube | WebsiteJoin me for my free training to learn the 5-step RESET Framework: Register HERE

The Hidden Cost of Waiting: Why Wellness Practitioners Stay Stuck (and the Decision Matrix That Gets You Unstuck)Episode description (SEO):Let me guess — you're a wellness practitioner with a wealth of ideas and maybe even an online program idea living in your Notes app that you just can't seem to act on. You're not lazy. You're not unqualified. You're waiting. And waiting has a cost most practitioners never add up until they're three years down the road and nothing has changed.In this episode, Alison breaks down why not deciding is still a decision — and what it's actually costing you every single season you push it off. If you've been telling yourself "next quarter," "after the summer," "once things calm down," this one is for you. Hit play if you're ready to stop waiting and start building.In this episode:Why waiting isn't neutral — and the real price you're paying for every season you stay where you areWhy waiting doesn't always look like waiting — the disguises it wears so you don't have to call it what it isThe 4-Quadrant Decision Matrix that gets you out of your head and into a real choice — so the idea finally leaves the Notes appKey takeaways:Indecision is expensive. The cost just shows up later, quietly, and all at once."I'm not ready" is usually "I haven't decided" wearing a more respectable outfit.You don't need more certainty to move. You need a framework that makes the choice for you.Ready to actually build the thing?Tomorrow I'm hosting my free webinar, Replace Your In-Person Clinic Salary Online — where I'll show you exactly how skilled practitioners are building scalable online income beyond the treatment table. This is the room to be in if this episode hit a nerve. Save your seat at: https://100k-blueprint.pages.ontraport.net/work-from-homeGet into the 100K Online Group Program here: https://igniteurwellness.com/100k-online-practice-blueprint/Follow me on Instagram →  igniteyourwellnessbusinessReady to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website!→ https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/

Pamela Deasy was in her early 40s, working full time and volunteering with the RNLI, when fatigue started dragging her back into bed in the middle of the day. Her bloods were clear. She was told it was perimenopause, then depression. Months passed before a kinesiologist, of all people, pointed at her pancreas — and within days she was in a Cork hospital being told she had a tumour.In this episode, Pamela sits down with Laura to walk through what happened next: the chemotherapy that made her legs turn to jelly, the five and a half weeks of daily radiotherapy that put her on her back in hospital, and the Whipple surgery that took out the head of her pancreas, part of her stomach, part of her intestine, her gallbladder and her spleen. Then the slower, quieter battle that came after — the seven and a half stone she lost, the survivor guilt nobody warned her about, the Survive and Thrive programme that helped her step back into the world, and the small camping toilet she now keeps in her car because that is the honest reality of life after Whipple surgery.Pamela also shares why she co-founded Pancreatic Cancer Ireland, what the signs of pancreatic cancer actually look like, and why "listen to your gut and keep going back" might be the most important sentence you hear this week.

"I just don't trust myself around food." If that sentence is familiar, this episode is for you. Today I'm unpacking what self-trust actually is, and what it isn't, because most of us are working toward a version of self-trust that was never achievable to begin with. And that definition is quietly keeping us stuck.What You'll Discover:Why the most common definition of self-trust sets you up to fail before you even beginWhat self-trust actually isThe difference between self-monitoring and self-awareness, and why one creates more shame while the other creates real changeWhy respect is often more accessible than love, and how practicing respect with your body builds the safety that self-trust actually requiresIf you've ever dismissed your own progress because you didn't get it perfect, this episode will give you a different place to stand.Mentioned in this episode:The Gathering is a monthly guided experience for women who want to slow down and learn how to trust themselves. Each session, I bring the topics I'm personally working through and the patterns I keep seeing in my clients, and we go there together. Our most recent session was a full conversation on self-trust, self-respect and self-love. Replays are available for one month until the next live call.  What to Do After a Binge: your 5 step guide to return to yourself after a binge or out of control moment with food.Want to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Binge Breakthrough Mini Series today. 

Where are your biggest campaign donors going to come from? If you're like most nonprofit leaders, the answer feels like "somewhere out there" — a major philanthropist who just needs to hear your story.In this episode of All About Capital Campaigns, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt are here to challenge that assumption — and bust the three most common donor myths that derail capital campaigns before they even get started.In this episode, you'll learn:Why your low-level annual donors may have far more major gift capacity than you realizeThe real reason most nonprofits haven't unlocked big gifts from their existing base (hint: it's not the donors)Why Mackenzie Scott, Oprah, and Bill Gates are not your campaign strategy — and what isThe truth about what campaign consultants actually do (and what they absolutely don't)How one couple made one of the campaign's largest gifts after years of $50 donations — and why the organization almost missed themThis is a must-share episode for board members, executive directors, and leadership teams who are still waiting for a magical major donor to show up.Ready to find out where your campaign really stands? Start with our free Campaign Readiness Assessment at capitalcampaignpro.com/assess

Is trauma stored in the body? Can fascia release heal it? Is there one modality, one practitioner, one magic pill that's finally going to fix you?Short answer: no.I'm Jen Wilson, The Healing Rebel, and this episode is me wading into the conversation (and in some places, the argument) that's playing out across the wellness industry right now. There's a particular kind of marketing happening where practitioners are promising trauma release through fascia work, and there's a particular kind of seeking happening where people are looking for the one thing that'll resolve everything.I want to talk honestly about what's actually going on in your body when you experience trauma, what fascia is and isn't, what touch and movement and breath actually do, and why the "pill for every ill" mentality keeps us stuck.What I cover:Why The Body Keeps the Score has been overtaken by newer thinking (the brain keeps the score, the body is the scorecard)Why two people can go through the same experience and only one comes out traumatisedHow trauma creates patterns of movement, holding, and bracing in your bodyA real client example of how a car collision shaped how she held herself in the driver's seatMy own example of holding patterns after my last Crohn's flare and the 2-year process of unwinding themWhether fascia actually "holds" trauma in any meaningful wayWhy emotional release during bodywork is real but isn't quite what people think it isThe role of touch, movement, and diaphragmatic breath in your body's natural processingWhy your lymphatic system needs breath and movement to do its jobHow tears, sweat, and exhaling breath are part of your body's detoxification processWhy we've been culturally trained out of expressing emotion, and how to retrain ourselvesThe "pill for every ill" mentality and why it keeps us stuckYou are not broken. You don't need to be fixed.A few questions I answer:Is trauma actually stored in the body?Can fascia release heal trauma?Is fascia an organ?Why do I cry during massage or fascia work? the difference between trauma and holding patterns?Why is touch so important for healing?Why does diaphragmatic breath matter for the lymphatic system?This is for anyone who's been on the wellness path long enough to feel exhausted by the constant search for the next thing. There's no one path through. There's only what's right for you.Free download: my Lymphatic Drainage Routine. A simple way to start touching your own body with awareness, getting to know your own physiology, and supporting your natural detoxification process. https://iamjenwilson.thrivecart.com/lymph/If you're in or around Glasgow and want to come in for a treatment, https://iamjenwilson.com/relaxAccess my FREE Posture for Health mini workshop here https://iamjenwilson.thrivecart.com/posture-for-health/Get my book 9 Rules to Sort Your Shit here - https://amzn.to/4eYtVnqRebel and Divine Anarchist hoodies and t-shirts here https://iamjenwilson-2.teemill.com/collection/new/Gut Friendly, Easy Recipe book here https://amzn.to/4gJsGICFor all information on working with me:www.iamjenwilson.comFollow my social channelsSubscribe to my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/iamjenwilsonLike my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/IamJenWilsonFollow me on Instagram https://instagram.com/iam.jenwilson

In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Joy Berkheimer, Phd, LMFT, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Dating Coach, author, speaker, and Chief Sexologist at The Sexual Wellness Awards. We get into the nitty gritty of relationships, intimacy, sensuality, sex, and the mental load and emotional labour so many women carry in their relationships. I truly loved this juicy conversation, enjoy queens! What we cover: What sensual yoga entails and looks like in practiceWhy women specifically are so often disconnected from their sensualityHow a woman eases into connectionWhat "goddess status" isThe impacts of the mental load and emotional labour women carry in relationshipsAdvice for people who stay too long or who have the same relationship patternWhat intimacy is and what healthy intimacy really looks and feels likeWhy women struggle to enjoy sex even with someone they loveHot, practical tips around sex and intimacyThe exploration of tantric and chakra workConnect with Dr Joy:Instagram: @glowyourgoddess YouTube: Dear Dr JoyWebsite: www.joyberkheimer.comConnect with me:Instagram: @beccnichollsTiktok: @beccanichollsWebsite: www.beccanicholls.comSubscribe to my email listYouTube: BECCAIt would mean the world to me if you would subscribe, rate and review this podcast to help support the show. If you enjoy this podcast, share it on your stories and tag me or share it with a friend. Let's build this community, together! ⚡️

After diagnosis, we often become experts in our own brains. We learn about the hormones, read all the books, listen to all the podcasts, explore the different strategies and systems, and build our own scaffolding to support our ADHD. But sometimes, even when we're doing all the right things, something still feels missing.Plants have been supporting human health for thousands of years. But could they support your ADHD brain, too?This week on The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, I'm joined by Ellen Rowland, a Medical Herbalist and Aromatherapist who works 1:1 with neurodivergent people.Ellen isn't here to replace anything that's already working for you. Instead, she uses evidence-based plant medicines, diet and lifestyle changes to regulate your nervous system, support focus, balance energy, address hormonal, gut or other health issues, and ease emotional overwhelm, in a way that feels safe and sustainable.In this episode, we explore:Ellen's personal journey, what led her to herbal medicine, and what it actually isThe cultural history of plant-based medicine in Central AmericaHow modern-day life demands, such as high expectations, family demands, and constant task-switching, contribute to overwhelm in ADHDSmall things you can weave into your day alongside herbal medicine as a scaffold for supportWhy people come to Ellen, what she can help with, and how she works collaboratively alongside GPsHow to start supporting yourself without access to a medical herbalist, including German and Roman chamomileHerbs for calming down in the evening, and herbs for when you need to wake up and focusHow essential oils and aromatherapy work, and the remarkable healing power of scentEllen brings a whole-person, neurodivergent-informed approach to this conversation. For those of us who feel like we're still missing something despite doing all the "right" things, this episode offers a gentle and genuinely interesting new layer of support.Resources mentionedThe Healing Power of Scent - a beginner's guide to essential oilsHerbal Reality - evidence-based information about herbal medicineFind Ellen & her products: Amber Luna Shop - use code WOMENSWELL10 for 10% off products and your first appointment with EllenThis week's episode is sponsored by Understood.org, the leading nonprofit dedicated to empowering the millions of people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you're parenting a neurodivergent child, I'd recommend listening to their podcast, Everybody Gets a Juicebox, as it's full of relatable stories and practical tools to help your family thrive while protecting your own wellbeing, too!The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Live Event Recording is here!My first-ever ADHD Women's Wellbeing Live event sold out, and now the full experience is available to you wherever you are, whenever it feels right.Alongside three neuro-affirming experts, we spent four hours exploring the questions that matter most to late-diagnosed women. Get lifetime access here!Inside the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Live Recording, you'll find:Kate Moryoussef on post-diagnosis growth and her gentle framework for what comes nextDr Hannah Cullen on the neuroscience of ADHD and why your brain works the way it doesHannah Miller on reconnecting with purpose through a neurodivergent lensAdele Wimsett myth-busting on hormones, HRT, progesterone and perimenopauseUnderstand yourself more deeply, feel less alone, and finally access the expert knowledge you deserve. Because every woman with ADHD deserves access to the knowledge, expertise and understanding that for too long simply hasn't been available to us.To get lifetime access for £44, click here.Links and Resources:Find my popular ADHD workshops and resources on my website [here].Follow the podcast on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeing_podKate Moryoussef is a women's ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach and EFT practitioner who helps overwhelmed and unfulfilled newly diagnosed women with ADHD find more calm, balance, hope, health, compassion, creativity, and clarity.

For decades, marketers have debated one question:How much frequency is enough?But what if the industry has been arguing about two completely different things the entire time?In Part 2 of this Sharp Cut series, Marc Binkley and Vassilis Douros revisit the reach vs frequency debate after a wave of listener feedback challenged, refined, and strengthened the original episode. What emerges is a far more nuanced framework built around one critical distinction: burst frequency vs drip frequency.Drawing on work from Byron Sharp, Les Binet, Hermann Ebbinghaus, Stu Carr, Dale Harrison, Paul Hindle, and real-world incrementality testing from industry practitioners, this episode breaks down:Why frequency is not one thingThe difference between burst and drip frequencyHow memory actually works in advertisingWhy brands quietly lose effectiveness when they go darkThe hidden risks of streaming frequency capsWhy low frequency can appear more effective than it really isThe three real jobs of frequency: building, refreshing, and activatingWhy impressions and average frequency often mislead marketersHow last-click attribution continues to distort decision makingThe planning mistakes quietly wasting media budgets todayThis episode reframes one of marketing's oldest debates through the lens of memory, incrementality, and effectiveness.Because the real question was never reach versus frequency.It was burst versus drip.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Comfort Blankets in Advertising03:40 - Understanding Memory in Advertising08:05 - Building and Refreshing Memory Structures10:08 - The Impact of Streaming on Frequency13:50 - The Three Jobs of Advertising20:38 - Measurement Challenges in AdvertisingOriginal LinkedIn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7453434962604691457/Special thanks to all those who inspired this follow-up episode:Stu Carr, Dale Harrison, Paul Hindle and Dennis A.ResourcesBinet, L. (2024, January 17). How advertising REALLY works [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9EDJs3evCIBinet, L., & Davis, W. (2025, October). Go big or go home [Conference presentation]. IPA Effectiveness Conference, London, UK. https://ipa.co.uk/news/go-big-or-go-homeBinkley, M. (2025, August 7). 4Ps - Promotion: Why your customers say ads don't work on me. WARC. https://www.warc.com/en/article/4ps---promotionCarr, S. (2026, February 2). Why a frequency of 1 works, and why it isn't nearly enough. Mi3. https://www.mi-3.com.au/02-02-2026/why-frequency-1-works-and-why-it-isnt-nearly-enoughEbbinghaus, H. (1885). Uber das Gedachtnis: Untersuchungen zur experimentellen Psychologie. Duncker & Humblot.Gordon, B. R., Moakler, R., & Zettelmeyer, F. (2026). Predictive incrementality by experimentation (PIE) for ad measurement (NBER Working Paper). National Bureau of Economic Research.Harrison, D. W. (2022, November). Ad reach and frequency are not independent variables [LinkedIn post]. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/dale-w-harrisonKlepek, M. (2025). Duplication of purchase and double jeopardy in social media markets [Working paper]. Silesian University of Technology.Krugman, H. E. (1972). Why three exposures may be enough. Journal of Advertising Research, 12(6), 11-14.Ritson, M. (2023, October 16). Consumers don't get tired of ads, only marketers do. Marketing Week. https://www.marketingweek.com/consumers-tired-ads-marketers/Sharp, B. (2010, September 4). Frequency and frequency: Something to watch out for [Blog post]. Marketing Science. https://byronsharp.wordpress.com/2010/09/04/frequency-and-frequency-something-to-watch-out-for/Sharp, B., Romaniuk, J., & Kennedy, E. (Eds.). (2021). Marketing: Theory, evidence, practice (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press.Taylor, J., Kennedy, R., & Sharp, B. (2009). Is once really enough? Making generalizations about advertising's convex sales response function. Journal of Advertising Research, 49(2), 198-200.Thomaz, F. (2024, October 15). Reach sufficiency and the missing dimension [Conference presentation]. SXSW Sydney, Sydney, Australia. Reported in Mi3. https://www.mi-3.com.au/15-10-2024/really-mediocre-outcomes

Recurrent miscarriage is one of the hardest and most sensitive topics in women's health, and in this episode, Lauren Allen opens up a practical, research-informed conversation about why miscarriages happen, when to look deeper, and what testing may help reduce future risk.Listen in to hear Lauren share:What miscarriage is, how common it isThe difference between a random miscarriage and recurrent pregnancy lossRoot cause of miscarriage, including thyroid dysfunction, PCOS, nutrient deficiencies, gut health, clotting disorders, lifestyle factors, and inflammationWhat tests to do after repeated losses+So much moreConnect with Lauren:Get my FREE PCOS Guide hereJoin the Empowered Path to Pregnancy hereInstagramWork With MeThank you so much for listening to the About Health and Hormones Podcast! If you loved today's episode, I would love to know! Please leave a rating and review so I can make this podcast even better for you all. I would love to connect with you.I'm so glad you were here today, and I wish you all health and happiness!This episode was edited and produced by Intent Media.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this emotionally insightful episode of Nerdy Bitz, The Reverend Tracy returns with a brand-new TL;DL titled “Gilmore Girls, Parentification, And The Romanticization Of Enmeshment.” Using the beloved television series Gilmore Girls as the centerpiece of the discussion, The Reverend Tracy takes a deeper psychological look at the show's famous “best friend mother” dynamic and why so many audiences mistake emotional enmeshment for healthy parenting.While Gilmore Girls is often celebrated for its fast dialogue, quirky charm, and close-knit relationships, this episode explores the darker emotional implications underneath Lorelai and Rory Gilmore's relationship dynamic. The Reverend Tracy examines how the show unintentionally normalizes parentification — a psychological pattern where children take on emotional responsibilities, burdens, or relational roles that are developmentally inappropriate for them.Throughout the episode, she discusses how children placed into emotionally adult roles often become caretakers, mediators, therapists, or emotional support systems for their parents long before they are emotionally equipped to carry those responsibilities. What may appear “cute,” “mature,” or “best-friend-like” on the surface can actually create long-term difficulties involving boundaries, emotional regulation, identity formation, conflict management, and adult relationships later in life.The episode breaks down:What parentification actually isThe difference between closeness and emotional enmeshmentWhy “best friend parenting” can blur emotional boundariesHow children in enmeshed households often suppress their own emotional needsThe psychological consequences of children becoming emotional caretakersHow media romanticizes unhealthy family dynamicsWhy emotionally immature parenting is often misunderstood as relatabilityThe long-term effects parentification can have on anxiety, guilt, people-pleasing, and adult relationshipsThe Reverend Tracy also explores why audiences are frequently drawn to these relationship dynamics in television and film, especially when unhealthy emotional dependency is framed as loyalty, closeness, or unconditional love. Using examples from Gilmore Girls, she highlights how unresolved trauma and emotional loneliness can shape parenting styles in ways that feel normal to viewers who experienced similar family structures growing up.Rather than attacking the series itself, the discussion uses Gilmore Girls as a lens to better understand the importance of healthy boundaries, emotional maturity, and allowing children to fully experience childhood without carrying adult emotional burdens.Support Friends Talking Nerdy on ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠.As always, we wish to thank Christopher Lazarek for his wonderful theme song. Head to his ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for information on how to purchase his EP, Here's To You, which is available on all digital platforms.Head to Friends Talking Nerdy's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for more information on where to find us online.

Most shop owners think they have a marketing problem. They actually have a clarity problem.In this episode, Shawn Gervais and Marshall Hill get into the weeds on why detailers keep talking to other detailers instead of the customers writing the checks — and what that's costing them. They cover the generational gap in marketing awareness, the COVID hangover still warping pricing decisions, and the pivot dilemma that's eating shops alive: specialize and own a lane, or stay broad and stay broke?Then it gets practical. AI isn't coming — it's here. Shawn walks through how tools like Luna and the new automation flows inside OrbisX are turning client acquisition from a hustle into a system. But the warning is the same one you've heard before: tech without grit is just expensive theater.If you're tired of generic marketing advice and want the operator-level conversation about what actually moves the needle in 2026, this one's for you.In this episode:Why your "ideal client" probably isn't who you think it isThe missed opportunity hiding in your existing customer baseWhen pivoting kills you vs. when refusing to pivot kills youHow AI is changing customer acquisition (and what's still 100% on you)The empathy edge most operators are too proud to use

"Train close to failure or you're not growing." You've heard it everywhere but is it actually true for women? This week we're pulling apart the failure training myth, why most women who think they're doing it actually aren't, and the uncomfortable truth about what's really driving (or stalling) your muscle growth.We chat:What training to failure actually means and why it's nothing like the feeling you think it isThe skill nobody talks about that separates women who build muscle from women who just "go to the gym"The controversial truth about nutrition vs training when it comes to actually transforming your bodyThe realistic strength progress you should be making in a year, and this is what it tells you about your muscle growthREADY TO GO ALL IN AND BECOME YOUR STRONGEST, FITTEST, AND HOTTEST SELF?

Send us Fan MailDownload The Stop Firefighting SolutionThere's a season most women in business know well — where you're working constantly, doing everything right, and still ending every week behind. You look capable from the outside. Inside, you're barely holding it together.This episode is about that season. And about the one conversation that named what was actually happening — not burnout, not bad strategy, but a structure problem nobody had said clearly yet.Jenn shares what shifted, why one person's belief does something a strategy alone can't, and how to turn a moment of clarity into real movement using the CLEAR Process.If you've ever needed someone to hold the picture of who you're becoming until you could hold it yourself — this one's for you.In this episode:Why the chaos in your business isn't a discipline problem — and what it actually isThe difference between "the business isn't working" and "the business doesn't work without me yet" (and why that distinction changes everything)What happens when someone holds the picture of who you're becoming — and why it works differently than motivation or adviceThe CLEAR Process: Cast the Vision, Locate your current state, Evaluate, Align, Roadmap — how to catch clarity before it fades and turn it into actual movementWhy you don't need more confidence before you move — you need evidenceHow to be the mirror for another woman in businessThanks for listening! Connect With Me:

“Resilience isn't about avoiding the hard parts. It's about moving through them.”In this episode, Jess Zucal and I explore what it really means to build resilience in the face of challenge, uncertainty, and emotional discomfort.Jess shares her perspective on the importance of feeling emotions fully, rather than bypassing them, and how true resilience is built by leaning into the hard moments rather than avoiding them.This conversation explores:The role of self-awareness in building resilienceThe power of the pause in breaking reactive patternsLetting go of control and surrendering to what isThe importance of community in navigating difficult seasonsExpanding our capacity to be uncomfortableThis episode is a reminder that resilience is not about perfection or pushing through. It is about reflecting, adapting, and trusting that if you have weathered hard moments before, you can move through them again.

Have you ever made the decision…you know you're not going back…and yet your body still reacts like you're in danger?That moment—when your mind is clear but your body isn't—is where so many high-achieving women start to question themselves.In this episode, we break down why your nervous system hasn't caught up to the decision you've already made and how this has nothing to do with weakness, confusion, or being “stuck.”You'll learn:Why your body still reacts after you've chosen yourselfWhat a conditioned nervous system response actually isThe hidden pattern that keeps pulling you back into old dynamicsA simple somatic practice to interrupt the pattern in real timeHow self-trust is rebuilt through the body—not just mindsetThis isn't about forcing yourself to “move on” or think differently.It's about understanding what your body is doing… and learning how to meet yourself there.Because when you understand this, everything shifts.✨ The Rewire Moment:Your body isn't betraying you.It's running a program that once kept you safe—and you're now in the process of rewriting it.If this resonates and you're ready to go deeper, I invite you to explore my Self-Loyalty Mentorship—a high-touch experience where I support you through this exact process of rewiring your nervous system and rebuilding self-trust from within.

What happens when the biggest threat to your publishing business is also buried inside the data you're not looking at? Jorge Barbosa of wecantrack, joins Lee-Ann to talk about what is actually happening to publishers right now, why most of them are flying blind without realising it, and what the ones who are thriving are doing differently. The conversation covers HCU updates, AI overviews cannibalising traffic, the overlooked relationship between affiliate managers and publishers, and why EPC broken down by traffic source might be the most important number in your business that you're not tracking.Talking Points Include:The visibility gap most publishers don't know they have and why logging into your affiliate network reports is not the same as understanding your businessHow one publisher shifted from 80 percent organic to 80 percent paid traffic over four years and grew overall revenue in the processWhy AI overviews are changing the user journey in ways that affect affiliate managers just as much as publishers and what you should be doing about it depending on who your audience actually isThe case for affiliate managers paying for their top publishers' tracking tools and the commercial intelligence that comes back in returnListen to Find Out More About:Why EPC by traffic source and landing page is the one metric Jorge always leads with in demos, and what it reveals that network reports never willHow big publishers use automated link testing and monetisation scripts to protect revenue at scale without adding headcountThe LLM tracking feature wecantrack is building that measures how often an AI model is crawling your content, not just mentioning itWhy affiliate marketing as a side hustle is the myth that drives Jorge mad, and what the industry actually looks like when you pull back the lensWhat the successful publisher looks like in 2027, in one sentenceWhy publishers building a brand rather than just a website is the single most important strategic shift happening in the industry right nowKey Segments of This Podcast and Where You Can Tune In to Go Direct:[02:00] The pain points publishers are dealing with right now: HCU losses, AI overview traffic cannibalisation, and why most are still guessing about where their revenue comes from[06:50] A live demo reality check: the publisher who thought YouTube was irrelevant until the data showed it was their best-converting channel[22:08] Pivot or die: real examples of publishers who lost eighty percent of organic revenue and rebuilt stronger by acting on what the data told them[28:00] The rapid fire round: the one metric everyone should track, the best and worst things to happen to publishers in two years, and what 2027 looks like for the publishers who make itCall to ActionA big thank you to Jorge for being so generous with what he's seen on the ground. If this episode has made you think differently about the data sitting inside your publishing business or program, that is worth acting on sooner rather than later. Have a look at their Affiliate Dashboard or book a demo if this episode has sparked your interest.KonverJ works with brands and affiliate managers to build publisher relationships and program strategies that are grounded in what the data actually shows. If you want to stop guessing and start making decisions that compound, get in touch with the team here.Rate, Review and Subscribe on Send me a text with your questions

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you mix alcohol, nostalgia, and thousands of people chasing a feeling?You get chaos and clarity.In this episode, we break down our experience on the Summer of '99 cruise with Creed, Daughtry, Collective Soul, Filter, Black Stone Cherry, Oleander, Revis, 12 Stones, Nonpoint, Living Colour, and more and it was nothing like we expected. From wild hookups and public drunkenness to fights that ended in “cruise jail,” we saw firsthand what happens when people chase escape instead of purpose.But that's not the whole story.In the middle of the madness, we also saw something unexpected, real conversations about faith, moments of gratitude, and reminders that even in the loudest, most chaotic environments. God still shows up.We talk about:Why “getting drunk” isn't the flex people think it isThe truth about hookup culture (even in your 40s and 50s)What people are actually searching for beneath the partyThe surprising moments where faith broke through the noiseAnd what this says about modern relationships and marriageThis episode is funny, raw, uncomfortable at times and honest.Because what we saw on that ship?It's not just about a cruise.It's a snapshot of culture.

What actually happens when a tenant stops paying rent?In this episode, I walk through the full lifecycle of arrears — from the first missed payment through to breakdown, recovery attempts, and in some cases, tenant failure.This isn't theory. It's how it plays out in real time.We cover how to spot early warning signs, when to step in, and the key decisions landlords and property managers have to make when things start to go wrong.What You'll LearnWhy a missed rent payment isn't always a problem — but behaviour isThe key red flags that signal a tenant is in financial difficultyHow payment plans work (and when they don't)The critical decision: forfeit the lease or chase arrearsWhat happens when tenants stop engaging completelyThe role of debt recovery, legal action, and surrender negotiationsThe real cost of arrears beyond just lost rentHave a Question?You can submit your questions anonymously using the link below — I'll be answering them in an upcoming Q&A episode https://forms.gle/znWTFqF74xguaB21A

Most investors spend their energy asking the wrong question. It's not which fund is best -- it's which combination of funds gets you to your actual goal at a cost and complexity level you'll actually maintain. Joe and OG break down the full index investing playbook: where to start, when to add complexity, what Wall Street calls indexing that really isn't, and the one number that should change how you think about your entire portfolio.What You'll Walk Away WithWhy the real argument for index investing isn't that nobody beats the market -- it's that you can't predict who will do it nextThe crockpot principle of index investing -- and why the self-cleaning oven analogy might be even betterWhy the S&P 500 and the total stock market index are closer than most people think -- and which one Joe is increasingly favoring for the long runThe $100,000 turning point: what changes about your investment strategy when the portfolio gets big enough to get scientificThe first two additions most Stackers should consider beyond their core index -- and why OG would actually add more than twoWhy mixing index funds from different companies can quietly undermine your diversification without you ever knowing itHow to replace the word "index" with "list" to instantly identify whether a product is actually doing what you think it isThe buffered ETFs, factor ETFs, and active ETFs that call themselves indexes -- and why most Stackers should walk right past themWhy you're not racing against the index -- you're on a road trip -- and what that shift in framing changes about every investing decisionThe season one recap from OG and Anna's financial planning basics series -- plus the free workbook that ties all seven episodes togetherWhy This Matters NowIn your 40s, the portfolio is finally big enough to matter -- and that's exactly when the temptation to complicate things gets strongest. New products, new strategies, and new buzzwords show up constantly, each promising a smarter approach. The investors who come out ahead aren't the ones who found the best fund. They're the ones who built something simple enough to maintain, scientific enough to optimize, and sturdy enough to hold through the moments when everything feels like it's falling apart.From the BasementJoe and OG dig into the full index investing playbook -- from the first fund a beginner should buy to the asset class combinations that actually improve long-term outcomes once the portfolio gets big enough to warrant it. OG and Anna close out their seven-week financial planning basics series with a full recap and the surprise release of a free downloadable workbook at stackingbenjamins.com/basicsguide. Doug arrives with Nolan Ryan trivia that connects strikeout records to index investing in a way that only the basement could pull off. Whether the analogy fully lands is a question best answered with your earbuds in.Resources MentionedThe Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins -- referenced as the foundational text for beginner index investorsPrior interviews with JL Collins: Interview 1 and Interview 2Paul Merriman's annual asset class research -- referenced for data on adding small cap value and international to a core S&P portfolio; paulmerriman.comiShares -- referenced as an example of a consistent index fund family worth staying withinJP Morgan Guide to the Markets -- referenced in prior episode; available at jpmorgan.comStacking Benjamins Basics Guide -- free seven-episode workbook at stackingbenjamins.com/basicsguideStacking Benjamins Newsletter (The 201) -- weekly investing hot takes from Kevin Bailey at stackingbenjamins.com/201Stacking Benjamins Vault -- stackingbenjamins.com/vaultStacking Benjamins Meetups -- stackingbenjamins.com/badSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're interested in "early potty training" this is the episode you want to listen to!In this episode, we cover:What elimination communication (EC) actually isThe benefits of starting potty learning earlierThe difference between full-time vs. part-time Elimination CommunicationHow to start elimination communication with a toddler (12–24 months)What the “wrap up” phase looks likeWhen and how to transition out of diapersCommon myths about elimination communication (and what's actually true)and more!----------------------------------------------------------------------------IMPORTANT LINKS•✨ Join our Mom Club on Patreon HERE ✨

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"People say that they want to change, but behind every new job, new romance, big move is a potentially uncomfortable conversation, experience, shift... True change requires you to do things that are gonna feel really uncomfortable." Right now, the energy is intense, and if you've been feeling it, you're not imagining it. In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and fellow guide Andrea Donnelly for one of our honest, unfiltered conversations about what's actually happening beneath the surface of all this collective chaos. We dig into why your triggers are so loud right now, why that's not a sign that something has gone wrong, and what it really means to stay the course when everything feels like it's dissolving.We also get into something I see constantly with my clients: the trap of waiting until life looks a certain way before you allow yourself to move forward. Whether you're holding back in your business, your relationships, or your healing, we talk about the programming underneath that pattern, where it comes from, and how to start loosening its grip. This one is real, raw, and full of the kind of perspective that actually helps you breathe through what you're carrying.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTSWhy the matrix comes hardest when transformation is most availableBeing triggered doesn't mean the work isn't working — it means it isThe butterfly metaphor: what it actually looks like to dissolve before you transform"I'll be happy when..." — the unconscious trap keeping you stuck in delayWhose definition of perfect are you subscribed to?Feeling the full spectrum: why shutting down the pain also shuts down the joyBecoming a student of yourself as the most advanced thing you can doEnergy work as reclaiming authority over your own fieldWhy the goal was never a perfect life — it was the ability to move through things fast**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Metamorphosis Method Level 1 Breathwork Certification is a 6-week intensive designed to help you use this specific breathwork modality to accelerate your own results, and hold space powerfully for others.Download The Core Wound Solution Private Podcast Learn the simple process that took me from broke school counselor to 7 figures and has helped 100's of my clients do the same.Questions? Let's jump on a call CONTACT ANDREAweareheretoremember.com IG @seawitcheryCosmic Alchemy Academy — Ongoing program through December, focused on reclaiming your divine intelligence and working with energy in tangible, practical ways. Next call: April 21st. Future Medicine Certification Program — Andrea's full methodology for mastering your own energy and becoming a certified practitioner.CONTACT ALYSEYouTube @alysebreathesalysebreathes.comIG @alyse_breathesinfo@alysebreathes.com

Nobody wants to be in this position. But if you clicked on this one, you probably need it — and we're glad you're here.Nothing we say can make firing someone feel good, but this episode breaks down everything you need to know to ensure you're letting someone go with integrity, in a way that protects your business and lets you come out the other side with your culture intact. Because firing someone thoughtfully can actually strengthen your team's trust in you. Doing it poorly can destroy it.Listen in to hear:Why firing someone is not a failure of leadership — but avoiding it when it's necessary usually isThe mistakes leaders make that turn a clean exit into a compliance nightmareWhy most termination lawsuits aren't about the firing — they're about the story that doesn't add upWhat your team is actually watching for when someone gets let goThe things you should never say in a termination meeting — and what to say insteadWhy by the time you're ready to have the conversation, your team probably already saw it comingGet the Clean Exit Bundle: https://paradigmconsulting.thrivecart.com/clean-exit-bundle/

Perimenopause might be one of the most talked-about niches right now… but that doesn't mean it's a good one to build a business around.In this episode, Kendra breaks down why niching into “perimenopause” is actually setting a lot of coaches up to struggle. From unclear medical definitions to wildly different symptom experiences, she explains why this space feels attractive on the surface but creates major problems when it comes to messaging, connection, and ultimately, sales.She also walks through what to do instead. How to keep perimenopause as part of your work without building your entire brand around it, and how to create messaging that actually speaks to one person, one problem, in a way that converts.In This Episode:Why no one can actually agree on what “perimenopause” isThe hidden trap behind this trending niche (and why it's not converting)Why broad “perimenopause” messaging attracts attention but not buyersHow to choose an identity that makes your marketing instantly more preciseThe difference between how you market vs how you actually coach clientsThe smarter way to build a profitable business in this space long-term WATCH ON YOUTUBE Resources mentioned:Episode 321: The Biggest Shift to Niching Just HappenedApply for HCA: https://kendraperry.net/apply  Leave the podcast a 5-star review: https://ratethispodcast.com/wealthy

In this episode, Brittney breaks down the exact moment she realised why her income kept expanding… and then collapsing—despite knowing exactly how to make money.After years of being told it was:→ a quantum leap→ an ego death→ the “darkness before the dawn”She discovered the truth:It wasn't growth.It was a pattern of overgiving, overholding, and building in a way that was never designed to sustain.

Does any of this sound familiar? “I'll start Monday.”“I'll do it tomorrow.”“This week is just hard.”It may feel justified, but what if that constant negotiation with yourself is the exact reason you feel stuck?In this episode, Dr. Danielle breaks down the hidden cost of self-negotiation—and why it's quietly destroying your trust in yourself, your discipline, and your ability to follow through.Because the issue isn't that you don't know what to do, it's that you don't trust yourself to actually do it. In this episode will challenge you to stop negotiating—and start becoming someone who follows through.You'll learn:How self-negotiation breaks internal trustWhy discipline isn't the problem—integrity isThe connection between your daily habits and your future selfWhy doing “everything at once” keeps you stuckHow to rebuild trust with yourself through one simple decisionSERVICES & MEMBERSHIPS:Blood Sugar ExplorersAdventurerSubstackCoffee Cafe RegistrationHow to Fix Your Energy Cravings and MoodFirst Steps ClinicBeholdWork With Dr. DanielleFoundational PackageComprehensive PackageAmazon StorefrontFREE RESOURCES:Dr. Danielle's Root Cause Reset Guide

Still freezing up every time you think about switching between photo and video? In this first episode, Shay breaks down exactly why hybrid shooting feels so overwhelming — and why it doesn't have to.She walks you through her signature 5 Clips Method: a dead-simple system that gives your brain a rhythm to follow so you stop overshooting photos, stop second-guessing yourself mid-session, and actually leave with enough footage to tell a story.No film school. No drone talk. No gear overhaul. Just a repeatable shooting system that fits into the sessions you're already doing.We're getting into:Why hybrid shooting feels harder than it actually isThe overshooting problem — and how holding the shutter button is costing youWhy photo moments vs. video moments is the belief that's making you freezeThe Five Clips Method: Wide, Long, Closeup, Details, and B-Roll — and what each one doesHow to toggle between photo and video without it feeling like a big decisionWhy B-roll is not optional (it literally saves your edit)How to make hybrid shooting instinctive through real sessions — not researchIf you've been stuck in "I want to add video" mode without actually doing it, this episode is your starting point.Snag the Free Video Upsell Starter Kit: https://hybridhangout.com/starter-kitIf you're a photographer who already wants to add video but keeps getting stuck in research mode, this is for you. Your clients are already asking — and you're leaving money on the table. The free Video Upsell Starter Kit shows you exactly how to start using the camera you already have.Hybrid Hub teaches photographers how to add video so they can make more per booking. LearSnag the Video Upsell Starter Kit: https://hybridhangout.com/starter-kitIf you're a photographer who already wants to add video but keeps getting stuck in research mode, this is for you. Your clients are already asking, and you're leaving money on the table. The free Video Upsell Starter Kit shows you exactly how to start using the camera you already have and simple add-ons.   If you're running your photo or hybrid photo and video business from your inbox, you're making it harder than it needs to be. I use HoneyBook to manage everything — inquiries, emails, scheduling, contracts, and payments. It keeps my pipeline organized and saves hours every week. If you want a smoother system, grab my discount here: https://share.honeybook.com/shayna29637 If you're editing video and still scrambling for music, you're wasting time. I use Artlist for every project. It's high quality, searchable, and made for client work, with music and sound effects in one place. No licensing stress, no digging. It just makes editing faster. Check it out with my link: https://artlist.io/referral/e40b6464-8735-4bab-bb2e-6694f74d9175  Hybrid Hub teaches photographers how to add video so they can make more per booking. Learn how to shoot, edit, market, and sell photo and video together with a simple, repeatable system. Ready to raise your booking value? Book a free strategy call so we can chat 1x1 about how to scale your photography business with video, and if Hybrid Hub is right for your business: https://hybridhangout.com/book-a-callThanks for listening to Hybrid Hangout!! Don't forget to rate and review on your fave podcast platform -- it helps me grow, get amazing guests, and climb in the charts! DM me a screenshot of your review so I can say thanks :) Andddd say hi @hybridhangout on Instagram! 

Are you stuck in a cycle of “start strong, fizzle fast” with your homeschool? Are the cries of “I'm behind!” and “Why can't I stick with anything?!” becoming the theme music of your year? You're not failing—consistency is just a muscle you haven't built… yet.In this episode, I open up about my early homeschool years: the chaos, the comparison, and the myth that “the right curriculum” could fix everything. Spoiler: it didn't. But finding a perfection-proof, real-life approach to showing up—imperfectly!—changed everything for my family (and me). We're talking trading overwhelm for stability, and self-doubt for steady progress… without rigid schedules, toxic guilt, or soul-sucking lesson plans.If you're ready to gently but firmly stake your claim on steady routines—with or without a shiny sink—this episode is your permission slip.We also dive into what actually works (hint: it's not about doing everything, it's about doing the right things regularly), why “trying again tomorrow” isn't a sign you've failed, and how community + accountability are real game-changers when the going gets tough. Plus, I'll walk you through my big mindset shift from chasing homeschool “success” to focusing on faithfulness—and how that tiny shift ripples out to everyone in your home.What you'll learn:How ditching perfection unlocked real consistency in my homeschool (and sanity!)Why curriculum isn't the answer to homeschool frustrationPractical, baby-step strategies to build routines you can actually keepThe difference between “showing up” and doing “all the things” (and why that matters)How consistency brings security, independence, and fewer battles for your kidsWhy real accountability (not just another checklist) made all the differenceHow to start small and protect your non-negotiables—no matter how messy life isThe surprising connection between faithfulness, community, and homeschool peaceResources mentioned:Homeschool Consistency Bootcamp hosted by Dawn Garrett and Emily Brown: https://homeschoolbettertogether.com/consistencyFlyLady (shine your sink!): https://flylady.net/To join our free homeschool community, you can create an account right here.

This is not a typical RAG episode.Christian Mather is not a recruiter. He has never filled a role, run a desk, or managed a team. He is a wealth planner. And since niching into recruitment founders about two and a half years ago, he has become one of the most in-demand advisors in the industry.Since January alone, he has had over 100 enquiries and spoken to 60 founders about the same thing: how to turn business success into personal financial freedom. Not through selling the business. Not through scaling to 50 heads. Through understanding one number.He calls it your freedom number. The amount you need in assets to cover your lifestyle for the rest of your life. And most founders massively overestimate what that number is.His simple formula gives you your starting point. In this episode Christian walked through real examples of his clients goals and challenges. A founder who thought he needed £5 million but actually needed £1.2 million. A 29-year-old woman billing half a million on her own, working 20 hours a week, about to hire staff she didn't need. A business doing 1.6 million net fee income with 16 staff but only £150K EBITDA because the founders were doing 80% of the work.Only 0.3% of recruitment agencies ever successfully sell. That number comes from the REC, and Christian has built his entire practice around the other 99.7%. His argument is simple: your business should fund your wealth, not be your wealth.We cover:Why 0.3% of recruitment agencies sell and what that means for your retirement planHow to calculate your freedom number using the monthly spend x 300 ruleThe real cost of treating your business as your pensionWhy founders between 40 and 45 are the ones making the callThe financial mistakes costing recruitment founders the most moneyHow co-founders can align on what they actually want from the businessWhy property is not the passive investment most founders think it isThe post-exit identity crisis that nobody prepares forChristian and I also get into our own stories and share our personal strategies for wealth creation.If you have ever wondered what your number actually is, or whether you are closer to freedom than you think, this episode has the blueprint.-----------------------------------------------------Episode Sponsor: Remote RecruitmentHiring shouldn't be slow, stressful, or expensive. That's why there's Remote Recruitment, the smart hiring partner for modern businesses.They don't just help you find great people. They help you access elite South African talent that's ready to deliver. No PAYE. No NI. No bloated overheads. Just trained, remote professionals who integrate seamlessly into your team.Their process handles everything: sourcing, shortlisting, onboarding, and retention. Fully managed. Fully supported. Fully remote.And now, Remote Recruitment has entered a new chapter. From ops to admin, sales to strategy, we're helping businesses scale smarter with people they trust, at a cost they can afford.Clients have seen:- Up to 60% productivity boosts- 300% ROI on BD roles- 30% faster completion of operational tasksNo overhead burden. No talent shortage panic. Just growth-focused hiring that makes business sense.Remote Recruitment is your flexible hiring solution for the modern era.RAG Listeners: Get 5% off your first hire + a free strategy session at www.remoterecruitment.co.uk/rag-------------------------------------------------Episode Sponsor: HoxoEvery recruitment founder is investing in LinkedIn. Spending thousands on Recruiter licences. Building connections. Posting content. Growing networks.But here's the question almost no one can answer:- How much revenue is LinkedIn actually bringing into your business?- Most founders have thousands of connections but no clear process to turn that attention into cash.- That's the problem we solve.At Hoxo, we help recruitment founders build predictable revenue systems on LinkedIn, not just noise or vanity metrics.Our clients are turning LinkedIn into £100K to £300K in new billings within months, using their existing networks and a simple repeatable process.To show you how it works, we've created a short training video exclusively for RAG listeners.In less than 10 minutes, you'll learn:- Why most recruiters are getting zero measurable ROI from LinkedIn- How small, niche teams are generating consistent inbound demand- The 3X Revenue System we use to turn LinkedIn into a predictable cash-generating channelSo fill in the form today to see how this system could transform LinkedIn into your agency's most profitable channel: https://hubs.ly/Q03lBpYC0

If you've been struggling with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, poor sleep, or feeling “off” in your 40s and 50s… hormones may be at the root.In this episode, I sit down with hormone expert Dr. Deb Matthew to break down everything you need to know about Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)—what it is, who it's for, and how it can support women through perimenopause and menopause.Dee Davidson and Dr Deb Matthew talk about why so many women are dismissed or told their labs are “normal” while still experiencing real symptoms, and how BHRT can be used as a tool to restore balance and improve quality of life.This is a grounded, educational conversation that helps you understand your options so you can make informed decisions about your health. In This Episode, You'll Learn:What BHRT (bioidentical hormone replacement therapy) actually isThe difference between traditional HRT and bioidentical hormonesSigns your hormones may be imbalancedWhen BHRT may be appropriate—and when it's notCommon myths and misconceptions about hormone therapyHow to advocate for yourself if you're being told your labs are “normal”Who This Episode Is ForWomen in their 30s, 40s, and 50s an beyond navigating hormone changesAnyone experiencing symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, or poor sleepWomen who feel dismissed or are looking for root-cause answersCall to ActionIf this episode resonates, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it.And if you're ready to stop guessing and start understanding what's really going on with your hormones, this is exactly the work I support women through every day.Connect with Dr Deb Matthew:https://drdeborahmatthew.comConnect with Dee Davidson, FDN-P:https://www.confidentlyloveyourself.com/aboutConnect on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself/https://www.instagram.com/drdebmatthew/Dee Davidson's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@deedavidsonfdnpMedical Disclaimer:This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health or treatment plan.

In this deeply transformative episode, I sit down with Nervous System & Holistic Health Coach, Mitch Web, to uncover the hidden truth behind burnout, chronic stress, and trauma that many high performers silently carry.We dive into what it really means to live in a state of nervous system dysregulation—and how it can impact not only your mental health, but your physical body, your decision-making, and your ability to truly thrive. Mitch breaks down how unresolved trauma can manifest as illness, why so many driven individuals are stuck in survival mode, and how success can sometimes mask deeper internal imbalances.This conversation goes beyond surface-level mindset work and explores the power of somatic healing—teaching us why healing the body is just as important as shifting the mind.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, burned out, or like you're doing all the “right” things but still not feeling at peace, this episode is for you.✨ In this episode, we discuss:What nervous system dysregulation really isThe connection between trauma and physical illnessWhy high performers are more prone to burnoutThe difference between stress and survival modeSimple somatic practices to begin healingHow to regulate your nervous system and reclaim your energyThis is your reminder that healing isn't about doing more—it's about learning how to feel safe in your own body again.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kickin-it-with-keke-life-love-mindset--5060376/support.

Send us Fan MailMost people don't fail their fitness plan—they fail when life disrupts it.In this episode, Coach Mike breaks down:Why consistency actually breaksWhat pattern disruption isThe 4-step LOF systemHow to rebuild momentum fastWhy accountability is the real cheat codeIf you've ever fallen off and struggled to get back on track, this is for you.Watch the replay on Amazon!

Send us Fan MailThis week on Jaded HR, we dive into an HR nightmare that somehow checks every single box of what NOT to do.A pregnant employee. A doctor's note. A simple work-from-home request.And a company that said… “nah, come into the office.”What happened next? A $22 million lawsuit that has HR professionals, employment lawyers, and workplace experts all asking the same question: what were they thinking?We break down the now-viral case involving Total Quality Logistics and unpack the real-world implications around:Pregnancy accommodations in the workplaceRemote work policies vs. medical necessityHR compliance, FMLA, and legal riskHow rigid company culture can backfire (spectacularly)Along the way, we also get into:Why “HR is here to protect the company” isn't always the slam dunk people think it isThe dangers of blindly following policy without using actual human judgmentAnd yes… somehow TikTok HR advice catches a stray (as it should)If you're in Human Resources, leadership, or just enjoy a good corporate cautionary tale, this episode is equal parts insight, frustration, and “you've got to be kidding me.”Because sometimes protecting the company… means not handing someone a $22M reason to sue you.

If you're a personal trainer or health and wellness coach wondering whether your content is good enough — or whether AI can actually help you get clients without sounding robotic — this episode is your answer.In this episode, I'm breaking down why most fitness coaches aren't getting clients from Instagram (hint: it has nothing to do with your follower count or production value), and revealing the exact 3-step AI-powered system my clients use to generate daily DMs and sales — even on posts with 200 views.What You'll Discover:Why posting more value content is NOT why you're not getting clients — and what actually isThe "cat food to dog owners" mistake that kills conversion on Instagram every dayThe 3 things the most successful coaches do with AI that level-1 users completely missHow to identify the conversion intention of your content BEFORE you write a single wordThe Interrupt → Inspire → Invite → Implement framework and how to use it as a systematic content ecosystemWhy 200-view posts can generate daily client inquiries when the content is structured correctlyHow to use AI to research buyer psychology — and why this changes everythingThe difference between solution-aware content and problem-aware contentHow to build a content ecosystem that always has something for someone to buy — without pressure or launch anxietyKey Takeaways:→ The problem isn't your content quality. It's that you're missing conversion content and a system.→ AI is only as good as the context you give it. Generic prompts = generic robotic output.→ Not all content has the same job. Know your conversion intention before you create.→ Your audience is 97% not ready to buy yet. The ecosystem is what converts them over time.→ You don't need to go viral. You need a system.Resources + Links:

What if the best investment you could make in your recruiting firm had nothing to do with hiring another recruiter? Reyhan Khan has seen inside hundreds of agencies — and the ones scaling fastest all made the same unexpected move first. If you want to check out Clay: https://clay.com/?via=411229 Why This Episode Matters The recruiting industry is still early on the GTM adoption curve. The firms that figure this out now will have an unfair advantage over every competitor still running manual processes. This episode gives you the exact framework to stop trading time for revenue and start building a business that scales without you doing everything yourself. What You'll Learn The exact 5 things a GTM engineer should do in their first 90 days at your firmWhy intent-based outreach crushes cold volume — and the signal-stacking system that makes it workThe HR ratio playbook: how to identify companies actively hiring with zero internal TAHow to build a total addressable market table that shows you exactly how big your niche really isThe honest truth about where AI replaces recruiting work within a year — and where it never willWhy fewer than 5% of recruiters are building personal brands and what that gap is costing themHow to vet GTM vendors so you don't hand $10K to someone who just took a Clay course About the Guest Reyhan Khan is a systems and operations expert and founder of RecruiterGTM. Over the last four years he has built GTM systems for recruiting firms, placed offshore talent to run those systems, and coached hundreds of recruiters on scaling lean without adding headcount. The Transformation Imagine starting 2027 with a pipeline that runs without you, a market map that tells you exactly where your next client is coming from, and a personal brand that generates inbound while you sleep. That's what the recruiters applying these systems are building right now. This episode is the starting point. Listen Now If you're ready to stop being the bottleneck in your own business, this is the episode you've been waiting for. Hit play. Timestamp Highlights 03:06 – Reyhan's origin story: electrical engineer to GTM expert for recruiters07:18 – Why a GTM engineer may be more valuable than your next recruiter hire13:07 – Intent-based outreach: how to fish in a smaller, higher-converting pond15:27 – How to vet GTM vendors before you waste $10K–$15K23:50 – The 5 priorities for a GTM engineer's first 90 days28:15 – Market mapping and building your total addressable market table36:38 – AI's real impact on recruiting over the next 3–5 years42:13 – Can a 5-person firm double revenue with the right GTM hire?47:07 – What it actually takes to go from good to elite55:41 – The question recruiters never ask but should

HOLY MACKEREL. A shocking report about Iran's new Supreme Leader just dropped — and Donald Trump's reaction is going viral.For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial (656) 218-0931 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/nez ▶ Reach out to me: https://bio.site/professornez▶ ORIGINAL MADE IN U.S.A 250TH AMERICA DESIGNS: https://professornez.myspreadshop.com/ ▶Support the Channel and Buy us a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/professornezAccording to intelligence briefings, Iran's newly installed leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, may be gay — an explosive claim given Iran's strict anti-LGBT laws and the ongoing geopolitical tensions with the United States. Trump's response during the briefing reportedly caught officials off guard and immediately sparked debate across political media.In this episode, we break down:Who Iran's new leader actually isThe intelligence claim that's causing controversyWhy this is politically explosive inside IranTrump's reaction and why it's going viralConservative and media backlashWhat this means for U.S.–Iran tensions going forwardThis story is bizarre, unexpected, and already reshaping the conversation around Iran, leadership legitimacy, and geopolitics.Follow for sharp, fast, no-nonsense breakdowns of the biggest political stories moving in real time.

What if your fatigue, brain fog, poor sleep, and belly fat are actually signs of high cortisol, low cortisol, or chronic stress building up over time? In this episode, Dr. Taz explains how your cortisol levels shift and why learning how to lower cortisol levels starts with understanding the pattern your body is stuck in. If you're dealing with chronic stress, fatigue, or hormone imbalances and want to address the root cause, join the Circle and get support here:

What actually separates small businesses from scalable eight-figure companies? In this episode of Limitless MD, Dr. Vikram Raya breaks down the operating system that allows founders to build predictable, scalable, and sellable businesses even if they never plan to sell.This episode is a practical deep dive into business infrastructure, leadership systems, and the invisible framework that turns fragile growth into durable momentum. Dr. Raya explains why businesses do not rise to the level of the founder's talent but instead rise or collapse to the level of their systems, and how founders must shift from being artists to becoming architects.You will learn how to remove founder dependency, design a self managing company, and build a business that can grow without chaos or constant firefighting. This episode is especially relevant for physicians and founders who want freedom without abandoning impact.“You do not need a better product. You need a better operating system.” ~ Dr. Vikram RayaIn This Episode:Why businesses rise or collapse based on systems, not talentHow to remove founder dependency from your companyWhat a real business operating system actually isThe frameworks behind EOS, Scaling Up, and Summit OSThe six elements every scalable company must masterHow to build a self-managing companyHow physicians can turn clinics into scalable assetsConnect with Vikram:

As a doctor who owns a business, you're more than a clinician only. You're also a CEO. The attributes of a CEO are not all the same as those of a clinician. My guest today helps her clients doctor clients develop the essential attributes of a CEO, and she'll lay them out for us.Michelle O'Connor, a believer in following one's dreams, has risen from an inner-city community to a life of abundance. With corporate expertise in Strategic Planning and Execution, she helps entrepreneurs achieve their goals. Michelle supports organizations through strategic processes, coaching entrepreneurs to develop action plans for success. She has facilitated Strategic Planning Retreats in Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, and the Dominican Republic, and reached hundreds through her Purpose Driven Conference. Her current mission is to help Medical Private Practice Owners create sustainable practices. As a wife and mother, she strives for a brighter future, motivated by the philosophy “Ad Astra Per Aspera.”In this episode Carl White and Michelle O'Connor discuss:What the most important CEO attribute isThe other essential CEO attributesWhat benefits of developing essential CEO attributesThe risks for not, or of resisting themWant to be a guest on PracticeCare®?Have an experience with a business issue you think others will benefit from? Come on PracticeCare® and tell the world! Here's the link where you can get the process started.Connect with Michelle O'ConnorLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelletoconnor/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/successbiznessclubInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/successbiznessclub/Connect with Carl WhiteWebsite: http://www.marketvisorygroup.comEmail:  whitec@marketvisorygroup.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/marketvisorygroupYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD9BLCu_i2ezBj1ktUHVmigLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/healthcaremktg

Episode 729 - If you feel stuck, it's not because you lack discipline, clarity, or ambition. It's because you're looping.In this podcast, I break down:What a stress loop actually isThe difference between survival mode and creation modeWhy trying harder reinforces the same resultsHow state shapes identityAnd how to interrupt the cycle at the rootYou don't need more effort. You need a new baseline.When you regulate your state, your identity shifts.When your identity shifts, your results follow.Ready to Get Unstuck? Apply for 1:1 coaching here: https://www.heatherhakes.comMY PRODUCTS AND COACHING:

You're Not Overworked — You're Doing the Wrong WorkFemale emPOWERED Podcast with Christa GurkaIf you feel exhausted, behind, and busy all day but somehow not moving forward, this episode is for you.In this episode of the Female emPOWERED Podcast, Christa Gurka breaks down the real reason so many boutique fitness, Pilates, and private-pay PT owners feel burned out — and it's not because you're lazy, bad at business, or not working hard enough.You're overworked because you're doing work that no longer belongs to you.This episode is a mindset shift and a practical wake-up call for owner-operators who are stuck in the weeds, micromanaging their teams, avoiding delegation, and confusing “busy” with actual progress.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why working harder isn't the answer — and why working higher isThe difference between operator work vs. true CEO workHow micromanaging your team is quietly stalling your growthWhy avoiding delegation trains your team not to thinkThe hidden cost of being the bottleneck in your own businessHow “fake CEO work” (busywork) keeps you stuckWhere boutique fitness and PT owners waste the most energyWhy systems, structure, and financial clarity matter more than motivationThe 5 core responsibilities of a CEO in a boutique service businessHow to reclaim 5–10 hours a week without working longer daysThe 5 Core Responsibilities of a True CEO:If you're working outside of these five areas most of the time, that's why you feel busy but not productive:Vision & Direction – Where the business is going and whyFinancial Oversight – Understanding revenue, profit, capacity, and pricingLeadership – Right people, right seats, clear expectationsSystems & Structure – Designing processes (not running them)Strategic Growth Decisions – When to hire, expand, cut, or say noAnswering emails, fixing schedule issues, running the front desk, and rescuing staff are not CEO work.If This Sounds Like You…You're still client-facing more than 50% of the timeYou approve every decisionStaff come to you instead of following systemsYou “just do it yourself because it's faster”You're busy all day but unsure what actually moved the needle…this episode will hit home.Key Takeaway:You don't need another planner, another framework, or more hustle.You need intentional structure, clearer delegation, and the courage to step out of the minutiae and into leadership — on purpose.You don't need to work harder. You need to work higher.

Episode 728 - If you feel stuck, it's not because you lack discipline, clarity, or ambition. It's because you're looping.In this podcast, I break down:What a stress loop actually isThe difference between survival mode and creation modeWhy trying harder reinforces the same resultsHow state shapes identityAnd how to interrupt the cycle at the rootYou don't need more effort. You need a new baseline.When you regulate your state, your identity shifts.When your identity shifts, your results follow. Ready to Get Unstuck? Apply for 1:1 coaching here: https://www.heatherhakes.comMY PRODUCTS AND COACHING:

Okay… let's talk about the moment your standards actually cost you something.Not when they're cute quotes. Not when they live in your journal. But when enforcing them means walking away, disappointing someone, or choosing long-term alignment over short-term comfort.Because let's be honest — your standards aren't too high. You're a high-achieving woman. Excellence is your baseline. That's not the issue.The issue is when kindness lowers the bar. When empathy overrides discernment. When we start valuing potential over patterns.We're breaking down what it really looks like to build self-respect through behavior. I'm sharing a personal story and walking you through how self-trust is built in the exact moments that feel uncomfortable.This is about becoming unavailable for self-abandonment — even when it costs you something.Because standards aren't proven in what you say you want. They're proven in what you enforce.WHAT WE GET INTOWhy high standards are not the problem — but lack of enforcement isThe difference between potential and patterns (and why it matters for emotional maturity)How inconsistency can feel intoxicating — but not alignedFind out what it means to STANDWhy settling for short-term comfort can cost you long-term overflowHow self-respect is built through consistent, aligned decisionsWhat it really looks like to be unavailable for self-abandonmentCHAPTERS00:00 Introduction: The Cost of Standards00:56 Series Overview: Unavailable for Self Abandonment01:49 Understanding Standards and Patterns03:35 The Framework for Enforcing Standards04:55 Personal Story: Walking Away from Potential05:21 Breaking Down the Framework: S.T.A.N.D.08:42 Navigating the Fallout and Deciding in Alignment13:39 The Pattern Audit: A Self-Love Two-Step15:13 Empowerment and Encouragement: Embracing Your Standards18:09 Conclusion: Aligning with Your True Self

Send a textWhat happens when the very tools meant to heal you—breathwork, yoga, mindfulness—become ways to silence your inner wisdom?In this deeply vulnerable conversation, I sit down with Devin Scott, founder of Find Your Meaning, a body-based coach, who shares his recent experience of ignoring his body's signals in a relationship—and what he has learned about "healing" from that experience.We recorded this episode in early December, just days after Devin went through a painful breakup. Instead of presenting a polished, "healed" version of himself, he brought his raw, real experience into our conversation—and what emerged is one of the most honest explorations of body wisdom, emotional intelligence, and the shadow side of "wellness" that I've ever had.This conversation will shift how you think about healing, emotions, and what it means to truly listen to yourself.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why traditional healing systems often feel hollow—and how they can reinforce perfectionism and conformity instead of true transformationThe difference between resourcing and dissociating—how Devin used "healthy" practices like breathwork and yoga to silence his body's wisdom instead of listening to itWhy emotions aren't problems to solve—they're messages, evolutionary tools, and pathways to deeper wisdomHow body wisdom gets overridden—the cultural scripts that teach us to distrust our intuition and seek external validationThe philosophy of Lila—an ancient Indian concept that reframes life as "cosmic play" rather than a linear path to fix yourselfWhy you don't need to "win" at healing—and how the idea of becoming a "better version of yourself" can be self-punitiveWhen nervous system collapse is necessary—why sometimes you need to stop doing and just be with what isThe gaslighting embedded in systems—from workplaces to therapy, how we're taught that we are the problem, not the systemKey Themes:This episode explores the paradox of using healing modalities to avoid feeling, the courage it takes to trust your body when logic demands otherwise, and the radical idea that suffering might not be something to transcend—but something to experience fully as part of being human.Devin's honesty about his own recent heartbreak—and how he ignored his body's clear signals because he couldn't rationalize them—offers a powerful reminder that even those who teach this work are still learning it. We're all human. We all stumble. And vulnerability isn't weakness—it's where the real wisdom lives.About Devin Scott:Devin Scott is a body-based coach and facilitator who helps people reconnect with their inner wisdom and move through life with greater authenticity. He's the founder of Find Your Meaning, where he blends somatic coaching, mindfulness, and psychological insight to support clients Resources:Free Masterclass: The Alchemy of the Perimenopause Portal Ayurvedic Dosha Quick Reference Guide Abhyanga Self Massage Guide Weekend Nervous System Reset Nourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

When you witness suffering at scale, your capacity to care can feel like it's running on empty. In this episode, we're diving into the biological reality of compassion fatigue and the potent "antidote" found in moral elevation. We discuss why "looking for the helpers" isn't just a sweet sentiment—it's a vital nervous system intervention that activates the vagus nerve and restores our ability to hope. This conversation is an invitation to honor your personal capacity, embrace complexity, and find your own sustainable way to show up.In this episode, you'll learn:What compassion fatigue actually isThe "Compassion Budget"The science of Moral Elevation: How witnessing acts of goodness triggers the vagus nerve to slow your heart rate, reduce inflammation, and release oxytocin.Dialectical Thinking: The "both/and" logic that allows you to acknowledge horrifying truths without losing sight of community resilience.Matching Capacity to Advocacy: Why "offering the shovel" is sometimes exactly enough, and how to match your current resources to the causes you care about.3 Takeaways:Compassion fatigue is real—and so is your capacity limit. Not every cause can be your cause. Ask yourself: What do I have to give right now? And where do I want to give it? Be honest about your capacity and kind to yourself about your limitations. Sometimes offering the shovel is enough.Looking for the helpers activates moral elevation—a biological antidote to compassion fatigue. Practice dialectical thinking: both/and, not either/or. Horrifying things are happening AND people are showing up for each other. You can witness harm AND witness helpers. Resources mentioned:Book: Healing Through the Vagus Nerve by Amanda Armstrong—Looking for more personalized support?Book a FREE discovery call for RESTORE, our 1:1 anxiety & depression coaching program (HSA/FSA eligible & includes comprehensive bloodwork)Join me inside Regulated Living, a mental health membership and nervous system healing space (sliding scale pricing available)*Want me to talk about something specific on the podcast? Let me know HERE.Website: https://www.regulatedliving.com/podcastEmail: amanda@regulatedliving.comInstagram: @amandaontheriseTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amandaontherise

Does marketing and sales currently feel like this necessary evil in your coaching business? Something that you have to do, but makes you so uncomfortable that you low key avoid it, or sabotage it? Ok hear me out… what if you could actually enjoy the process of marketing and selling your work? And if that's too much of a stretch- what if your dreaded it significantly less. One of the main reasons clinicians struggle with selling their program is because they lack conviction in their work. If you've ever questioned your prices, downplayed your offer, or felt guilty after someone paid you, this episode will show you exactly what your offer is missing and how to build cure for cancer level conviction. You'll learn: Why “cure for cancer” level conviction isThe difference between selling a method or a result- and why selling the wrong one is costing you $1000s. 1 simple test you can try immediately to determine if your program result is compelling enough. How to build cure for level conviction without overpromising or giving off fraud vibes. Listen in, and see how to become wildly confident in your work. [ACCESS THE REPLAY]: Own Your Results Build conviction in your work so you can sell like someone who changes lives. Save your seat >> https://spiritually-ambitious.kit.com/resultsBuild the offer that makes selling feel like service enroll now in CY6FO This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 100khealer.substack.com/subscribe

Shona Vertue combines her background as a strength coach, yoga teacher, and psychology graduate to coach and educate people across the world.In this episode, Shona joins Andrew Coates to explore what yoga and Pilates actually are, what they do well, and where they may fall short if used as the only training method—especially as we age.This conversation moves beyond surface-level takes to examine strength, muscle, bone health, psychology, and self-efficacy, while also addressing common misconceptions and marketing narratives around yoga and Pilates.THIS EPISODE COVERS:How Shona helped David Beckham embrace yogaWhat yoga actually isThe different styles of yoga and how they differWhy yoga is far more than just physical movementThe potential benefits of incorporating yoga into your lifeCommon misconceptions about yoga and its benefitsWhether yoga or Pilates alone are enough to build muscle and strengthConsiderations for muscle, bone, and strength as we ageCommon misconceptions about PilatesPotential flaws in Pilates marketing and messagingWhy many people become too narrow in their training methodsHow to encourage devoted yoga or Pilates practitioners to add strength trainingWhat self-efficacy is and why Shona is so passionate about itAnd much moreInstagram: @shona_vertueCHAPTERS01:26 David Beckham and Yoga02:55 Understanding Yoga's Benefits06:50 Different Styles of Yoga15:12 Challenges and Misconceptions17:33 Yoga and the Stress Response26:12 Men and Yoga28:27 The Value of Yoga in a Balanced Life30:10 Pilates: Misconceptions and Benefits35:13 Comparing Yoga, Pilates, and Weight Training42:31 The Importance of Self-Efficacy in Fitness49:42 Psychological Aspects of Fitness and Health54:53 Conclusion and ResourcesSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode expanded how you think about movement, training, and long-term health, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media (tag me — I will respond)Sending it to someone who believes one training method is “enough”FOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10 percent off)https://justbitememeals.com/MacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirstDuring setup, answer: How did you hear about us?Type: ANDREWKNKG Bags (15 percent off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Gripps (discount link)https://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90 Day Trial (2 steps)Go to: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you

This might be the most misunderstood concept in the golf swing… and it's costing golfers more than they realize.In this episode of the Athletic Motion Golf Podcast, Mike Granato and Shaun Webb break down one of the most commonly botched elements in the modern golf swing: shaft lean at impact.Golfers everywhere are obsessed with achieving that “tour-level look” — hands forward, clubface compressing the ball — but most are chasing a pose, not a position rooted in proper movement and mechanics. And the results? Inconsistent ball striking, weak compression, and frustration on the course.Mike and Shaun dive into:Why holding lag is ruining your swingThe truth about wrist angles and body positioningHow “posing impact” is hurting your real performanceWhy even elite players misunderstand what shaft lean actually isThe role of swing sequence and movement patterns in achieving natural compressionThis episode is for every player who's chased compression, tried to "hold the angle," or been told their hands need to be way forward at impact.