Podcast appearances and mentions of Jim Strickland

Tony chats with Craig Foster, CEO, and Jim Strickland, GM North America at Ondo Insurtech. They are creating a world leader in claims prevention technology for home insurer, specifically water prevention. Their Leakbot detects leaks, and their network of local plumbers go out to fix the leaks before they become a large claim, all paid for by your insurer! The ROI of prevention is so good that it makes sense for the insurer to pay for the plumber.Craig Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fosterc/Jim Foster: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimstrickland2/Ondo Insurtech: https://www.ondoplc.com/Video Version: https://youtu.be/BRsrT2BMuG4

J&J on City Council and JB Smiley hold up on stadium deal 

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland talks about coming to the end of his 8-year tenure as mayor in the first part of a two-part interview on “Behind The Headlines.”

Hey folks! I just launched a brand new podcast, Florida Uncut, all about the protection of the wild lands where I live in Florida. You should check it out anywhere you get podcasts. This first episode is an interview with a legendary Florida rancher that has committed his time and effort to protecting as much of Florida as possiblRead more about the first episode below and listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/florida-uncut/id1707970349Show Notes from Florida Uncut:On the inaugural episode of Florida Uncut, we sit down with the legendary Florida cowboy, Jim Strickland, to talk about the intersection of ranching and conservation. The talk, which took place in a cabin on Blackbeard's Ranch in Myakka City, FL, which Jim manages, is a mix of personal history and education on conservation topics.Jim claims to be a simple sixth-generation Florida cowboy, but his sharp communication skills and ability to get things done has been instrumental in the thousands of acres of land he's helped protect with the Florida Conservation Group, which he is the vice-chair of, as well as the army of folks he's been able to mobilize and motivate through the years to help join his cause of protecting what's left of wild Florida.Support Jim and his work:https://blackbeardsranch.com/https://floridaconserve.org/https://www.instagram.com/black_beards_ranchSponsor Messages:Roark The best travel gear isn't born in a factory, it's inspired by journeys taken by real people exploring the world. Their team pulls design inspiration straight from the cultures and climates of new destinations to create clothing and gear tailored for travel and adventure sports. For a limited time, as one of our listeners, you can get 15% off your first order! Just go to roark.com and use promo code ASP15 at checkout Visit Yosemite Yosemite is by far my favorite place in the world! I would love for every Adventure Sports Podcast listener to go there and see why I'm always talking about it. You can get started on your own adventure at TravelYosemite.com. Wonderul PistachiosThe key to any good adventure, big or small, is having great snacks. Keep yourself full and focused on all summer adventures, from dropping the kiddos off at camp, to running between meetings with Wonderful Pistachios They come in a variety of flavors and sizes, perfect for enjoying with family and friends or taking them with you on the go. Unlike meat, protein-powered pistachios are naturally cholesterol-free and add fiber to your day. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more.Better HelpThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ADVENTURESPORTS and get on your way to being your best self.Green ChefGreen Chef delivers everything you need to cook delicious dinners at home. We send seasonal organic ingredients and chef-crafted recipes right to your doorstep. Ingredients come pre-portioned and prepped, saving time. Our recipes are so easy to prepare, anyone can do it—yes, even if you can't make toast. Green Chef offers meal plans for all tastes, from paleo to vegan, and more.Website: https://www.greenchef.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Green Chef and use my code asp250 for a great deal: https://www.greenchef.com/asp250* Check out Oris Watches: https://www.oris.ch* Check out Roark and use my code ASP15 for a great deal: https://roark.com/* Check out Shopify and use my code asp for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com/aspSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On the inaugural episode of Florida Uncut, we sit down with the legendary Florida cowboy, Jim Strickland, to talk about the intersection of ranching and conservation. The talk, which took place in a cabin on Blackbeard's Ranch in Myakka City, FL, which Jim manages, is a mix of personal history and education on conservation topics. Jim claims to be a simple sixth-generation Florida cowboy, but his sharp communication skills and ability to get things done has been instrumental in the thousands of acres of land he's helped protect with the Florida Conservation Group, which he is the vice-chair of, as well as the army of folks he's been able to mobilize and motivate through the years to help join his cause of protecting what's left of wild Florida.Support Jim and his work:https://blackbeardsranch.com/https://floridaconserve.org/https://www.instagram.com/black_beards_ranchSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/florida-uncut/donations

In this episode, Spencer welcomes back Evernest broker, Jim Strickland, to discuss what kind of deals he's finding in Jackson. Spencer was blown away at the value still available for investors in this small southern city. =================================== Connect with Matt, Spencer, and Gray: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Guest: Jim Strickland Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2023.

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland answers questions about the DOJ probe into MPD, Chief of Police CJ Davis pay, sports facilities updates and tackling the "dangerous" brand Memphis nationally. Support the show: https://www.newstalk989.com/personalities/memphis-morning-news/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland joined Wake Up Memphis to talk about the revolving door in the judicial system.

Conservation cowboy Jim Strickland of Blackbeard's Ranch joins us for a conversation about the environmental benefits of ranching and its role in providing for the health and well-being of Florida residents. This episode is an early highlight of Earth Day and our recognition of its importance.   Visit FloridaFarmBureau.org to learn how you can get involved in Florida agriculture.

Episode 106 with Alan Crone Alan is the Founder and CEO of The Crone Law Firm in Memphis and St. Louis. He's the former Special Council to Memphis Mayor, Jim Strickland. Alan is the author of the new book 'The LAW at WORK', which is being released on Tuesday, February 21st.  He is a very successful attorney who cares about his clients, a Deacon in his church and a strong family man. THINK BIG with Michael Zellner would like to thank our sponsor, Platinum Jewelers.

Ondo InsurTech PLC (LSE:ONDO) CEO Craig Foster & CFO Kevin Withington speak to Proactive after publishing the company's first interim results as a public company. Ondo Insurtech markets a device called the LeakBot that helps users identify leaky water pipes in their homes and thereby prevent costly water damage. Foster says that he aims to make the company "the market leader in claims prevention technology for home insurance." He is now looking to expand the company's presence in the US, where it is already active in three northeastern states. To that end Ondo InsurTech recently appointed Jim Strickland as General Manager for the newly-formed LeakBot USA Inc. #ProactiveInvestors #ondoinsurtech #invest #investing #investment #investor #stockmarket #stocks #stock #stockmarketnews

Memphis mayor Jim Strickland is outraged after four people were shot and killed by a teenager who should still be in jail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”   Mo asks Bonneau Ansley: Tell me of a business development story that you are deeply proud of. When Bonneau started the business, he made sure that he was selling for a reason. Even when they weren't making any money, he made sure that every sale gave back to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Hospital and it's become the most rewarding business activity he's ever done. Having clients is not about a single transaction. Bonneau wants to grow with his clients and for the company to have a footprint beyond real estate. By pairing sales with a noble endeavor, he makes the mission of the organization more than just profit. Visiting the hospital in addition to donating money is part of the company culture. When things get hard, the charitable aspect of the business helps but he has a deep desire to win that keeps him going. Overcoming his natural weaknesses and leveraging his strengths also allows him to stay motivated.   Mo asks John Tigh: Tell me of a business development that you are particularly proud of. During John's time working as a consultant while working for a top-10 pharmaceutical company. He had a chance to meet another top-10 pharmaceutical company and help them implement a new technology. John had a productive initial meeting but hadn't really heard from them for two years. Eventually, John was contacted to pick up the project after another consulting company dropped the ball. Disaster struck and the leader that was meant to guide the project left the company. John put his hand up to help them move the project forward as long as they were willing to trust the team to get things done. Over time, the team grew and John ran that project from the outside for three years and grew the business to the tune of multiple millions of dollars. All of that came from one initial meeting and building trust by offering some expertise and help with no strings attached. He was the one who wrote the strategy that transformed the business as well as the leader and operations person who helped make that happen. John's biggest achievement during that time was in overcoming his own inner critic. By learning about and practicing meditation each day, he learned how to get out of his own way. Having a moment at the start of each day to throw off the doubts and the worries and focus on doing what he can do has changed the rest of John's life. One of the biggest blessings of a high performing team that has your back and believes in you is that they can help you manage your own inner critic.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home bonneauansley.com john@clevercognitive.com linkedin.com/in/johntigh clevercognitive.com

Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”   Mo asks Bonneau Ansley: Tell me of a business development story that you are deeply proud of. When Bonneau started the business, he made sure that he was selling for a reason. Even when they weren't making any money, he made sure that every sale gave back to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Hospital and it's become the most rewarding business activity he's ever done. Having clients is not about a single transaction. Bonneau wants to grow with his clients and for the company to have a footprint beyond real estate. By pairing sales with a noble endeavor, he makes the mission of the organization more than just profit. Visiting the hospital in addition to donating money is part of the company culture. When things get hard, the charitable aspect of the business helps but he has a deep desire to win that keeps him going. Overcoming his natural weaknesses and leveraging his strengths also allows him to stay motivated.   Mo asks John Tigh: Tell me of a business development that you are particularly proud of. During John's time working as a consultant while working for a top-10 pharmaceutical company. He had a chance to meet another top-10 pharmaceutical company and help them implement a new technology. John had a productive initial meeting but hadn't really heard from them for two years. Eventually, John was contacted to pick up the project after another consulting company dropped the ball. Disaster struck and the leader that was meant to guide the project left the company. John put his hand up to help them move the project forward as long as they were willing to trust the team to get things done. Over time, the team grew and John ran that project from the outside for three years and grew the business to the tune of multiple millions of dollars. All of that came from one initial meeting and building trust by offering some expertise and help with no strings attached. He was the one who wrote the strategy that transformed the business as well as the leader and operations person who helped make that happen. John's biggest achievement during that time was in overcoming his own inner critic. By learning about and practicing meditation each day, he learned how to get out of his own way. Having a moment at the start of each day to throw off the doubts and the worries and focus on doing what he can do has changed the rest of John's life. One of the biggest blessings of a high performing team that has your back and believes in you is that they can help you manage your own inner critic.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home bonneauansley.com john@clevercognitive.com linkedin.com/in/johntigh clevercognitive.com

Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”   Mo asks Bonneau Ansley: Tell me of a business development story that you are deeply proud of. When Bonneau started the business, he made sure that he was selling for a reason. Even when they weren't making any money, he made sure that every sale gave back to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Hospital and it's become the most rewarding business activity he's ever done. Having clients is not about a single transaction. Bonneau wants to grow with his clients and for the company to have a footprint beyond real estate. By pairing sales with a noble endeavor, he makes the mission of the organization more than just profit. Visiting the hospital in addition to donating money is part of the company culture. When things get hard, the charitable aspect of the business helps but he has a deep desire to win that keeps him going. Overcoming his natural weaknesses and leveraging his strengths also allows him to stay motivated.   Mo asks John Tigh: Tell me of a business development that you are particularly proud of. During John's time working as a consultant while working for a top-10 pharmaceutical company. He had a chance to meet another top-10 pharmaceutical company and help them implement a new technology. John had a productive initial meeting but hadn't really heard from them for two years. Eventually, John was contacted to pick up the project after another consulting company dropped the ball. Disaster struck and the leader that was meant to guide the project left the company. John put his hand up to help them move the project forward as long as they were willing to trust the team to get things done. Over time, the team grew and John ran that project from the outside for three years and grew the business to the tune of multiple millions of dollars. All of that came from one initial meeting and building trust by offering some expertise and help with no strings attached. He was the one who wrote the strategy that transformed the business as well as the leader and operations person who helped make that happen. John's biggest achievement during that time was in overcoming his own inner critic. By learning about and practicing meditation each day, he learned how to get out of his own way. Having a moment at the start of each day to throw off the doubts and the worries and focus on doing what he can do has changed the rest of John's life. One of the biggest blessings of a high performing team that has your back and believes in you is that they can help you manage your own inner critic.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home bonneauansley.com john@clevercognitive.com linkedin.com/in/johntigh clevercognitive.com

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland discusses trash pick up, utility poles, MLGW paving, the current condition of AutoZone Park and other issues that need addressed. Support the show: https://www.newstalk989.com/personalities/memphis-morning-news/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember the BRRRR Series we launched in February? In this episode, Spencer and Gray welcome Jim Strickland, investor agent in Jackson, and Craig Bengtson, our Brokerage Renovation Manager, to discuss the final numbers and takeaways from our Jackson property. Tune in to hear our mistakes, best practices, and how to use the BRRRR strategy today. =================================== Check out the previous episodes in this BRRRR series on YouTube: Ep 1: Property Analysis: https://evernest.cc/3nLI8Kx Ep 2: Property Walk-through: https://evernest.cc/3OSZsJp Ep 3: Renovation Analysis: https://evernest.cc/3aoNOao Ep 4: Mid-Way Update: https://evernest.cc/3P7sZzv Ep 5: Final Walkthrough: https://evernest.cc/3PaeBpv =================================== Looking to buy rentals in Jackson, MS? Reach out to us at https://evernest.cc/3bCuc2I. =================================== Huge news! Evernest acquired Dodson Property Management - Duke Dodson and Tim Wehner are a part of our company now. We went from 7,000 to now 11,000 properties! Learn more about this merger -> https://evernest.cc/3nR4R7S. =================================== Other Investor Resources: Check out the Evernest deal calculator here➡️ evernest.co/calculator Connect with Matt, Spencer, and Gray: Evernest.co Visit the Podcast Website: Evernest.co/podcasts Email the Show: podcast@evernest.co Investing in real estate without needing to be the expert sounds like a pipedream. Well, it isn't. When you work with Evernest's in-house brokerage team of investor-friendly Real Estate Agents, you get the simplest way to build a local team and grow your rental portfolio all at the same time. Learn more ➡️ https://www.evernest.co/pocket-listings/ =================================== Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Evernest 2022.

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland addresses his stance on crime punishment- truth in sentencing, the $200,000,000 facelift for the Liberty Bowl (now know as Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium) and downtown safety. Support the show: https://www.newstalk989.com/personalities/memphis-morning-news/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Brightwell had a chance to speak to University President Bill Hardgrave and Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland after Thursday's Stadium press conference. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This distinguished panel discussed the growing role for Florida's farms, ranches, and woodlands in delivering high value and scalable solutions to climate change and other pressing global sustainable development goals.  Ernie Shea, President, Solutions from the Land, outlined the work underway in the Florida Climate Smart Agriculture Initiative and moderated the session.  Jim Strickland, Owner, Strickland Ranch, discussed climate smart agriculture (CSA) systems and practices Florida ranchers are deploying to maintain sustainability, improve resilience and reduce GHG emissions.  Dr. Maria Lucia Silveira, Professor, Soil and Water Quality, University of Florida, shared research on nutrient management strategies that result in optimum forage production and profitability, while protecting Florida water resources.  Dr. Carlos Messina, Professor, Horticultural Sciences Department, University of Florida, discussed the evolving role of artificial intelligence in measuring and monitoring the delivery of ecosystem services from farms, ranches, and forests. Fred Yoder, Co-Chair, Solutions from the Land, provided global context outlining CSA enabling policies, programs and investments evolving across the world.

Andrew Cogar shares the internal and external business development lessons he learned during his career at Historical Concepts and how he knocked Mo off his feet with his approach to building a professional relationship. Find out why the secret to relationships and business development is focusing on the long-term goals and the small-ball tactics, why you have to be true to yourself to be able to connect with someone else in an authentic way, and what it means to be proactive instead of reactive during client meetings.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: When did you realize that business development was really important? It really clicked when Andrew started thinking about business development not as a means of getting business but as a means for the firm to get the business they need to forge their own path. After one particular project that went exceedingly well, Andrew understood that those kinds of projects could become a habit rather than a lucky break. The GrowBIG System is essentially about doing the right things so that you have control over the kinds of clients you work with. Being proactive gives you so much work that you can pick and choose the projects that you want most. It's easier to be reactive on the front end because you don't have to do the introspective work it takes to shape your vision and be proactive on finding the right business. It's easier in the long term to adopt the right principles to attract the right clientele. Mo and Andrew do a review of their recent experience working together. In terms of business development, Andrew was simply looking to get to know Mo and the family and understand what he was looking for. As an architect, Andrew is hoping to gauge how open someone is to suggestions and that's an intentional part of the conversation. At the end of the day, who Andrew works for and who he works with, has become more important to him and the firm than what he works on. Do a little research before a client meeting and come with a set of questions and follow-up questions for them. Don't be afraid to give some ideas away during the meeting. When you give away a little, you get value back in the things you learn. If you go in with a sales pitch, you don't learn anything. Show up with questions, not qualifications.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: What is your personal definition of business development? Andrew's definition has evolved to simply mean fulfilling relationships on a personal and professional level and not making it any more transactional than that. You need to know where you want to go and what the vision of the firm is to know which prospects should be pursued. With a focus on relationships first, even if one project is not the right one at the right time, the next one might be. You have to be true to yourself as well as honest and open. Selling a project to someone that doesn't fit their needs or isn't in their budget doesn't do anyone any good. Focusing on relationships is focusing on the long term. Doing the right things in the long term comes around ten fold. The founder of Historical Concepts baked in the values of vision and integrity, and as the president, Andrew wanted to double down on what Jim taught him. Andrew took the set of axioms they operated on and took it to the rest of the team to make it their own and allow them to add to it. This gave Andrew the confidence to speak for the firm and articulate it to prospects. Your purpose is your North Star. Your mission is the external voice of what you're trying to share. Your vision is your five-year, big, hairy, audacious goal. Articulating those values gives you the lens to see if a client or project aligns with your purpose.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: What is your favorite science, step, or story in the GrowBIG Training or Snowball System? For Andrew, building out their Give-to-Get toolkit stands out the most. Showing genuine interest in a prospect and how you can help them got Andrew and the team really excited. The Give-to-Get helps you create demand for your expertise by offering a person the experience of working with you. A good metaphor is watching the trailer for the movie before going to the movie theater to watch the whole thing. Each town and community are unique, so for Andrew the Give-to-Get is about documenting what excites his team about the town and helps the prospect appreciate the gems in their own backyard. It builds trust while showing that Andrew's team has done their research and some listening and dreaming on what's possible for their home. Robert Cialdini created the framework for influence that people use everyday and he decoded the six most influential factors in a relationship: likability, reciprocity, authority, scarcity, social proof, and commitment. The Give-to-Get checks all those boxes. We only have a limited number of hours in the day, and by spending time on something valuable, reaching out is an honest expression of the excitement and enthusiasm of your firm. If you figure out who you want to work with, you can free up time by not chasing work you don't care about, and use the Give-to-Get method to pursue work that you have a greater chance of winning and that you love working on. Think small ball. Going for the grand slams makes learning harder, and more often than not, small projects lead to bigger projects.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: If you could record a video around business development and send it to your younger self, what would it say? Andrew would tell himself two things. Focus on building meaningful, real relationships as early as possible with as many respected peers and people in your industry as you can. The second thing is to figure out what drives you, what you find value in, and what work is meaningful to you. Doing the work early can save you a lot of time and there is no reason you can't start sooner. Young people often have a hesitation to reach out but there is no downside. More often than not, they can connect you with someone else who can help even if they say no. There really is nothing to lose. There are tons of people out there that want to mentor someone with energy and enthusiasm. Potential mentors want to help high achievers. Start with good questions. The more you can question yourself, the more accurate and insightful answers you will come across. Asking those questions leads to a better dialogue with yourself and the mentors you're asking for advice from. Journaling is a key practice that Mo wishes he had started earlier. Reviewing your progress once a week is an easy and simple step that keeps you accountable and honest. Having a tool to take a mental inventory of where you want to go and to remind yourself of your big picture goals, it allows you to let go of the small things and stay focused. Write down the relationships you would like to go after.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home

Andrew Cogar shares the internal and external business development lessons he learned during his career at Historical Concepts and how he knocked Mo off his feet with his approach to building a professional relationship. Find out why the secret to relationships and business development is focusing on the long-term goals and the small-ball tactics, why you have to be true to yourself to be able to connect with someone else in an authentic way, and what it means to be proactive instead of reactive during client meetings.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: When did you realize that business development was really important? It really clicked when Andrew started thinking about business development not as a means of getting business but as a means for the firm to get the business they need to forge their own path. After one particular project that went exceedingly well, Andrew understood that those kinds of projects could become a habit rather than a lucky break. The GrowBIG System is essentially about doing the right things so that you have control over the kinds of clients you work with. Being proactive gives you so much work that you can pick and choose the projects that you want most. It's easier to be reactive on the front end because you don't have to do the introspective work it takes to shape your vision and be proactive on finding the right business. It's easier in the long term to adopt the right principles to attract the right clientele. Mo and Andrew do a review of their recent experience working together. In terms of business development, Andrew was simply looking to get to know Mo and the family and understand what he was looking for. As an architect, Andrew is hoping to gauge how open someone is to suggestions and that's an intentional part of the conversation. At the end of the day, who Andrew works for and who he works with, has become more important to him and the firm than what he works on. Do a little research before a client meeting and come with a set of questions and follow-up questions for them. Don't be afraid to give some ideas away during the meeting. When you give away a little, you get value back in the things you learn. If you go in with a sales pitch, you don't learn anything. Show up with questions, not qualifications.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: What is your personal definition of business development? Andrew's definition has evolved to simply mean fulfilling relationships on a personal and professional level and not making it any more transactional than that. You need to know where you want to go and what the vision of the firm is to know which prospects should be pursued. With a focus on relationships first, even if one project is not the right one at the right time, the next one might be. You have to be true to yourself as well as honest and open. Selling a project to someone that doesn't fit their needs or isn't in their budget doesn't do anyone any good. Focusing on relationships is focusing on the long term. Doing the right things in the long term comes around ten fold. The founder of Historical Concepts baked in the values of vision and integrity, and as the president, Andrew wanted to double down on what Jim taught him. Andrew took the set of axioms they operated on and took it to the rest of the team to make it their own and allow them to add to it. This gave Andrew the confidence to speak for the firm and articulate it to prospects. Your purpose is your North Star. Your mission is the external voice of what you're trying to share. Your vision is your five-year, big, hairy, audacious goal. Articulating those values gives you the lens to see if a client or project aligns with your purpose.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: What is your favorite science, step, or story in the GrowBIG Training or Snowball System? For Andrew, building out their Give-to-Get toolkit stands out the most. Showing genuine interest in a prospect and how you can help them got Andrew and the team really excited. The Give-to-Get helps you create demand for your expertise by offering a person the experience of working with you. A good metaphor is watching the trailer for the movie before going to the movie theater to watch the whole thing. Each town and community are unique, so for Andrew the Give-to-Get is about documenting what excites his team about the town and helps the prospect appreciate the gems in their own backyard. It builds trust while showing that Andrew's team has done their research and some listening and dreaming on what's possible for their home. Robert Cialdini created the framework for influence that people use everyday and he decoded the six most influential factors in a relationship: likability, reciprocity, authority, scarcity, social proof, and commitment. The Give-to-Get checks all those boxes. We only have a limited number of hours in the day, and by spending time on something valuable, reaching out is an honest expression of the excitement and enthusiasm of your firm. If you figure out who you want to work with, you can free up time by not chasing work you don't care about, and use the Give-to-Get method to pursue work that you have a greater chance of winning and that you love working on. Think small ball. Going for the grand slams makes learning harder, and more often than not, small projects lead to bigger projects.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: If you could record a video around business development and send it to your younger self, what would it say? Andrew would tell himself two things. Focus on building meaningful, real relationships as early as possible with as many respected peers and people in your industry as you can. The second thing is to figure out what drives you, what you find value in, and what work is meaningful to you. Doing the work early can save you a lot of time and there is no reason you can't start sooner. Young people often have a hesitation to reach out but there is no downside. More often than not, they can connect you with someone else who can help even if they say no. There really is nothing to lose. There are tons of people out there that want to mentor someone with energy and enthusiasm. Potential mentors want to help high achievers. Start with good questions. The more you can question yourself, the more accurate and insightful answers you will come across. Asking those questions leads to a better dialogue with yourself and the mentors you're asking for advice from. Journaling is a key practice that Mo wishes he had started earlier. Reviewing your progress once a week is an easy and simple step that keeps you accountable and honest. Having a tool to take a mental inventory of where you want to go and to remind yourself of your big picture goals, it allows you to let go of the small things and stay focused. Write down the relationships you would like to go after.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home

Andrew Cogar shares the internal and external business development lessons he learned during his career at Historical Concepts and how he knocked Mo off his feet with his approach to building a professional relationship. Find out why the secret to relationships and business development is focusing on the long-term goals and the small-ball tactics, why you have to be true to yourself to be able to connect with someone else in an authentic way, and what it means to be proactive instead of reactive during client meetings.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: When did you realize that business development was really important? It really clicked when Andrew started thinking about business development not as a means of getting business but as a means for the firm to get the business they need to forge their own path. After one particular project that went exceedingly well, Andrew understood that those kinds of projects could become a habit rather than a lucky break. The GrowBIG System is essentially about doing the right things so that you have control over the kinds of clients you work with. Being proactive gives you so much work that you can pick and choose the projects that you want most. It's easier to be reactive on the front end because you don't have to do the introspective work it takes to shape your vision and be proactive on finding the right business. It's easier in the long term to adopt the right principles to attract the right clientele. Mo and Andrew do a review of their recent experience working together. In terms of business development, Andrew was simply looking to get to know Mo and the family and understand what he was looking for. As an architect, Andrew is hoping to gauge how open someone is to suggestions and that's an intentional part of the conversation. At the end of the day, who Andrew works for and who he works with, has become more important to him and the firm than what he works on. Do a little research before a client meeting and come with a set of questions and follow-up questions for them. Don't be afraid to give some ideas away during the meeting. When you give away a little, you get value back in the things you learn. If you go in with a sales pitch, you don't learn anything. Show up with questions, not qualifications.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: What is your personal definition of business development? Andrew's definition has evolved to simply mean fulfilling relationships on a personal and professional level and not making it any more transactional than that. You need to know where you want to go and what the vision of the firm is to know which prospects should be pursued. With a focus on relationships first, even if one project is not the right one at the right time, the next one might be. You have to be true to yourself as well as honest and open. Selling a project to someone that doesn't fit their needs or isn't in their budget doesn't do anyone any good. Focusing on relationships is focusing on the long term. Doing the right things in the long term comes around ten fold. The founder of Historical Concepts baked in the values of vision and integrity, and as the president, Andrew wanted to double down on what Jim taught him. Andrew took the set of axioms they operated on and took it to the rest of the team to make it their own and allow them to add to it. This gave Andrew the confidence to speak for the firm and articulate it to prospects. Your purpose is your North Star. Your mission is the external voice of what you're trying to share. Your vision is your five-year, big, hairy, audacious goal. Articulating those values gives you the lens to see if a client or project aligns with your purpose.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: What is your favorite science, step, or story in the GrowBIG Training or Snowball System? For Andrew, building out their Give-to-Get toolkit stands out the most. Showing genuine interest in a prospect and how you can help them got Andrew and the team really excited. The Give-to-Get helps you create demand for your expertise by offering a person the experience of working with you. A good metaphor is watching the trailer for the movie before going to the movie theater to watch the whole thing. Each town and community are unique, so for Andrew the Give-to-Get is about documenting what excites his team about the town and helps the prospect appreciate the gems in their own backyard. It builds trust while showing that Andrew's team has done their research and some listening and dreaming on what's possible for their home. Robert Cialdini created the framework for influence that people use everyday and he decoded the six most influential factors in a relationship: likability, reciprocity, authority, scarcity, social proof, and commitment. The Give-to-Get checks all those boxes. We only have a limited number of hours in the day, and by spending time on something valuable, reaching out is an honest expression of the excitement and enthusiasm of your firm. If you figure out who you want to work with, you can free up time by not chasing work you don't care about, and use the Give-to-Get method to pursue work that you have a greater chance of winning and that you love working on. Think small ball. Going for the grand slams makes learning harder, and more often than not, small projects lead to bigger projects.   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”   Mo asks Andrew Cogar: If you could record a video around business development and send it to your younger self, what would it say? Andrew would tell himself two things. Focus on building meaningful, real relationships as early as possible with as many respected peers and people in your industry as you can. The second thing is to figure out what drives you, what you find value in, and what work is meaningful to you. Doing the work early can save you a lot of time and there is no reason you can't start sooner. Young people often have a hesitation to reach out but there is no downside. More often than not, they can connect you with someone else who can help even if they say no. There really is nothing to lose. There are tons of people out there that want to mentor someone with energy and enthusiasm. Potential mentors want to help high achievers. Start with good questions. The more you can question yourself, the more accurate and insightful answers you will come across. Asking those questions leads to a better dialogue with yourself and the mentors you're asking for advice from. Journaling is a key practice that Mo wishes he had started earlier. Reviewing your progress once a week is an easy and simple step that keeps you accountable and honest. Having a tool to take a mental inventory of where you want to go and to remind yourself of your big picture goals, it allows you to let go of the small things and stay focused. Write down the relationships you would like to go after.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home

Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home

Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home

Mo asks Andrew Cogar: Tell us a business development story that you are particularly proud of. There was one project that stands out for Andrew, where he and the founder of his firm, Jim Strickland, had the chance to not only create an awesome property but also restore and support the local ecology as well. During the meeting, Jim and the client discovered they shared a mutual friendship and instead of talking about the project they started geeking out on chicken coops. That kind of interest was exactly what the client was looking for, a firm that was completely authentic to themselves. Andrew set the table for that approach that allowed Jim to be Jim to the fullest. It's all about being true to yourself, listening, and then connecting. The way that you win work is to actually start doing the work. The right thing to do is to start adding value. When you do those things, you aren't competing anymore. This gets the client excited about the person who is facilitating their vision. It takes them from a leap of faith to “When can we start?”     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com historicalconcepts.com Visions of Home

Turkey season is here!!! Well, in south florida turkey season is here. So that's where you can find us! Jordan, his wife Jessi, and myself are at Blackbeard's ranch and have had an incredible two days of hunting. We'll be sure to fill you in  on the action. Some of which is our best description of what it feels like to hear a turkey drumming in a tree before daylight! The meat of our conversation, however, is with our good friend and Blackbeard's Ranch manager Jim Strickland. Jim has been a rancher for over 60 years, and is an absolute innovator, creative mind, and savant in finding ways to make agriculture and wildlife conservation successfully coincide. Seriously, if you have ANY interest in managing a property for wild turkeys, and other wildlife, this episode is completely worth the listen. We cover subjects such as prescribed burning, cost share programs, predator trapping, and so much more. Don't miss it!   Find us on Instagram! Primos Hunting- @primos_hunting Lake Pickle- @lakepickle Jordan Blissett- @jordanblissett_primoshunting   Facebook and YouTube - Primos Hunting   Save 15% off of any regularly priced item on www.Primos.com now using promo code: Spring22

Welcome to Episode #1 of our new BRRRR series! In this episode, Matthew, Spencer, Gray, are joined by investor- agent, Jim Strickland to kick off our first of many deal highlights. This first one is all about our Jackson, MS property. Here's what you can expect in Episode #1: How we found the deal, analyzed, and financed it Our projections for cash flow and annual return The goal for this property and what we'd do differently next time Stay tuned for another episode next week as we walk through the renovation estimate. Contact Jim Strickland Phone #: 504-451-1874 | Email: jstrickland@evernest.co =================================== Looking to invest in single-family rental properties in 2022? Reach out to us today!

Let's talk about one of the most overlooked markets in the rental industry: Jackson, MS. If you are looking for a market with low taxes, low cost of living, and a landlord-friendly state, Jackson, Mississippi is worth checking out. In this episode, Matthew, Spencer, and Gray welcome Jim Strickland, an investor agent for Evernest. Jim shares what he has been seeing in the Jackson market over the past ten years, as well as some of his favorite neighborhoods to buy rental properties in. Tune in today.

(Simmons Bank Memorial Stadium DEAL/Memphis) : Mayor Jim Strickland/Simmons CEO w/Geoff Calkins 10-4-21 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darrell Castle talks about the growing crime rate in our cities, some causes, and some solutions. Transcription / Notes VIOLENT CRIME AND REVOLVING DOORS Hello this is Darrell Castle with today's Castle Report. This is Friday the 30th day of July 2021 and on today's Report I will be talking about the growing crime rate in our cities, some causes, and some solutions. I will share some of what is happening in the great cities of our nation and how the politicians who run those cities have chosen to react to the trends they must obviously see. The Castle Family is doing just fine right now, in good health as far as we know, and just enjoying the summer. The weather in Memphis, Tennessee right now is hot and humid with Temperatures hovering around 100. The tomatoes must be watered often to keep them growing. The family daughter is safe in LA just going about the sweet spot of her life. Speaking of Memphis, and our topic for today I want to share with you a direct quote from the Mayor of Memphis that comes from the email newsletter he sends to residents each week. “Last week, I talked about violent crime in our community and the revolving door that has unfortunately become our judicial system. I want to talk about it again this week to further reiterate that this issue is deeper than simply arresting people. It will take all of us—elected officials, the court system, public safety professionals, clergy and religious leaders, schools, and families—to solve this complex problem. EXAMPLE: September 20, 2020—suspect charged with aggravated assault (shooting at people on the interstate) $7,300 bond. September 21, 2020—suspect released on bond.November 29, 2020—suspect allegedly involved in attempted armed robbery in which four men were shot and two pronounced dead on the scene. July 21, 2021—suspect arrested and charged with first degree murder, two counts of employing a firearm during a dangerous felony, and three counts of criminal attempt felony to wit especially aggravated robbery. No bond set. ”The Mayor of Memphis, Jim Strickland shows that he at least understands the problem and that he has some sympathy and some understanding of his duty as mayor to protect the people of Memphis. He goes on to talk about what he is doing besides trying to close a revolving door such as addressing the so called “root causes of crime.”  I say good job to him. No references to race or past racial injustices real and imagined, just this is a problem so let us address it together. The thing the mayor described in Memphis is happening across America and in many places, much worse than here. For example, in Chicago this month of July 582 people have been shot and 102 are dead. For the year the figures are 2522 shot and 457 dead. I could go on with similar figures from different cities all day but instead, let's look at some causes or at least similarities. In Chicago the mayor is a black woman named Lori Lightfoot and the district attorney is a black woman named Kim Foxx. Their race and gender are important because that is the only race and gender that George Soros funds. Why would a Hungarian billionaire have interest in U.S. state and municipal elections? Why are these candidates allowed to accept foreign money in their campaigns? The primary criteria to obtain Soros money and support is that a candidate must pledge to stop prosecuting so-called low-level crime such as drug crime, prostitution, shoplifting etc. Whether I think drug crime and prostitution should be prosecuted is irrelevant. The refusal to prosecute when laws in place require that it be done creates a disrespect and disregard of the law. It is not just the refusal to prosecute that attracts Soros money, but unfortunately, it is a pledge to end cash bail. I suppose that process started under the thinking that it was unfair to the poor to require cash bail which usually required the use of a bail bondsman, but it often kept the most violent predators behind bars instead of loose among...

Why do cattlemen and women need to set the narrative of sustainable beef? Jim Strickland of BlackBeard’s Ranch in Florida and Clay Burtrum Chair of the Federation of State Beef Councils of Oklahoma answer the “Cattlemen’s Call” and share firsthand knowledge, experiences and research all producers will benefit from.

The mayor is back for his second episode of Ask Alan! City of Memphis Mayor, Jim Strickland, sits down with Alan to give a year in review of how the city tried to handle COVID-19, he discusses the three coolest things about being mayor and gives Alan an update on some current city projects that could move the needle in 2021. Check the whole interview out here! For video options, click the link below. https://youtu.be/dKhkDxyXHrY For more Ask Alan! The Podcast, click right here! https://cronelawfirmplc.com/resources/ask-alan/ For more on Mayor Jim Strickland, click here: https://www.memphistn.gov/government/mayor-jim-strickland/

On this episode, Alan talks with Mayor of Memphis Jim Strickland about how he got into politics, what was it like working with Congressman David Kustoff, COVID-19 pandemic re-opening strategies and more! Please check it out here or at our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS8rpvoDf5SN5z_DcF5Sb1Q! Click here to see the video version! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omtvJxn-05A&t=1s For more Ask Alan! The Podcast, click right here! https://cronelawfirmplc.com/resources/ask-alan/ For more on Mayor Jim Strickland, click here: https://www.memphistn.gov/government/mayor-jim-strickland/

In this episode of The Eastern Current Saltwater Fishing Podcast we talk with Jim Strickland about his custom lure company Bad Monkey Lures! If you want to take your inshore saltwater fishing game to the next level you need to pick up some Bad Monkey Lures!Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us?Donate through our PATREON Account!https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time.Check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/Book A Trip!-Jud Brock-https://www.easternangling.com/ Buy Some Lures!-Bad Monkey Lures-http://www.badmonkeylures.com/ 

Wolo and Stats talk everything from the news and world of sports then talk with the mayor of Memphis, Jim Strickland.

This week on WKNO’s Behind the Headlines, Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland discusses the ways the city is working to meet the needs of Memphians during the COVID-19 pandemic with host Eric Barnes and the Daily Memphian’s Bill Dries.

On Monday Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland issued a "Safer At Home" order.  The order is effective Tuesday, March 24.   At this time, it is effective until midnight April 7, 2020. He chats with Tim Van Horn about that order in this special episode. The order, according to the city's website, is aimed at  "directing all residents of Memphis to stay inside their homes, and immediately limit all movement outside of their homes beyond what is absolutely necessary to take care of essential needs."  Most surrounding municipalities implemented similar measures.   Mayor Strickland provides insight into the current situation in the city and why he feels the order was necessary.  Strickland told Tim that he speaks with the Health Department daily to monitor the spread of the virus.  He talked about how the dynamic changed with the occurrence of "community spread" and the likely reasons for the increased number of infections locally.   Acknowledging what is a difficult situation for everyone, Strickland expressed empathy for those negatively impacted by the order.  He also talked about the decision making process and the advice he received from the medical community.  He gave several local and national examples of the medical professionals and organizations.     Mayor Strickland reviewed some of the activities residents are able to do during this stay-at-home period.  He encouraged everyone to use the city's special COVID-19 website for complete details on the order and additional information about the virus. Thanks to Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland for the opportunity to discuss this extremely important topic.  Support the show.

Blackbeard’s Ranch in Myakka, Florida was recognized as the 2019 Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) winner. Jim Strickland with Blackbeard’s Ranch and Matt Lohr, Chief of the Natural Resource Conservation Service, (NRCS) join the podcast. They share insight on how conservation practices keep ranches viable and sustainable and why cattlemen and women must be vocal about all they do in the countryside.

Newly re-elected Mayor of Memphis Jim Strickland joins Bill Dries, reporter with The Daily Memphian, and host Eric Barnes, to talk about his second term, tax incentives, Tom Lee Park, and more.

Mayor Jim Strickland talks about his record and re-election campaign with Bill Dries, reporter for The Daily Memphian, and host Eric Barnes.

Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland talks about his re-election bid, the sales tax referendum and crime as we review early campaign finance reports.

Tonight on the show: we celebrate #PresidentsDay; Jim Strickland’s retirement interview, plus #MovieMonday! 6-8pm on News 95-5 and AM 750 WSB. #preesh

Huge show tonight!!! Nicole Carr and Jim Strickland from WSB-TV will join us. Fellow Marist College alum Ian O'Connor talks #SuperBowl53. Plus Chris Burns from Dynamic Money and #MillennialMatchGame! 5-8pm on News 95-5 and AM 750 WSB. #preesh

Memphis Business Journal's Greg Akers joins Cerrito to tell us why we should not like Nashville in August 2017. Plus, an update about Cook Out's takeover of Danver's and the arrival of a new national restaurant chain to the Memphis market. Greg Akers joins Kevin Cerrito every month on Cerrito Live with a reason why Memphians should not like Nashville. Subscribe to the podcasts on iTunes, Google Play, tunein, PlayerFM or Sticher.

Kevin Cerrito and The Memphis Flyer's Kevin Lipe talk about Tony Allen rumors and the Memphis Hustle roster. Plus, the two Kevins discuss what's trending in Memphis this week (Jim Strickland's stance on Confederate statues). Listen to Kevinsanity on Cerrito Live every Saturday in the 10am hour on Sports 56/87.7 FM in Memphis. Subscribe to the podcasts on iTunes, Google Play, tunein, PlayerFM or Sticher.

This week, Alexandra and Taylor talk about the big de-annexation issue for Tennessee, a fundraiser by new Memphis mayor Jim Strickland, a Mississippi man and woman who allegedly tried to join ISIS, and more.Help support OTR by making any regular purchase @ theoamnetwork.com/amazon

This week, Alexandra and Taylor cover wine in grocery stores hitting the July opening day, new Memphis mayor Jim Strickland staying quiet on cell phone surveillance, the Serenity Towers bedbug ordeal, and more.Help support the show by making any regular purchase @ theoamnetwork.com/amazon

With the breezes cooler and the porches in full swing, Sidewalk Radio devotes a show to that very iconic and very serene setting of the idealized south – the front porch. Our guests today represent the many facets of this seemingly simple space: (1) JIM STRICKLAND – founder of Historical Concepts, an architecture firm believing strongly in the prominence and provenance of the porch (2) JOCELYN DONLON – the author who quite literally wrote the book on the Southern porch, Swinging in Place: Porch Life in Southern Culture. (3) URIEL KITRON – Chair of Emory Universitys Department of Environmental Studies and (4) KATHLEEN OSCADAL – a designer with a modern update to the classic rocking chair.

With two wars winding down, there are great efforts in the legal community to help returning troops, their families and all other veterans with the many legal issues they face back home. Lawyer2Lawyer co-hosts and attorneys, Bob Ambrogi and J. Craig Williams join Attorney Nan Heald, the Executive Director of Pine Tree Legal Assistance and Jim Strickland, a nationally recognized expert on disability benefits, to discuss their personal missions to assist our service members with disability benefits and the Service Members Civil Relief Act. They also talk about the role of the VA and how lawyers can help these brave men and women who serve our country.