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In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, host Rose Hamilton, CEO of Compass Rose Ventures, sits down for a deeply personal and insightful conversation with her daughter, Lexy Hamilton, a sophomore at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business.  What begins as a mother-daughter dialogue quickly evolves into a powerful exploration of how the next generation is thinking about identity, decision-making, and the future of business—through the lens of both data and human connection. Throughout the episode, Lexy brings a fresh yet remarkably grounded perspective on topics ranging from storytelling and finance to AI and brand trust. Drawing from her academic experiences and personal values, she shares how clarity, authenticity, and emotional connection are becoming the most important currencies in modern business—and why the brands that succeed will be those that balance analytical rigor with human understanding. Key themes explored in this episode include: *How the next generation defines success through values, resilience, and staying true to personal identity—even in challenging environments *Why storytelling and emotional connection are at the core of brand building, and how marketing creates meaning beyond product utility *The concept of "cognitive burden" and why simplifying data into clear, actionable insights is a critical leadership skill *Where AI accelerates decision-making—and where human judgment, context, and empathy remain irreplaceable *What luxury brands teach us about scarcity, storytelling, and creating long-term emotional and financial value This episode offers a rare and meaningful perspective on how emerging leaders are shaping the future of business, blending data, creativity, and authenticity in new ways.     Join us in listening to the episode and hear how the next generation is redefining what it means to build brands—and lead with clarity, purpose, and trust. For more on Rose Hamilton visit: https://compassroseventures.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave The Story of a Brand Show a rating and review.  Plus, don't forget to follow us on Apple and Spotify.  Your support helps us bring you more content like this!

In this episode, I'm joined by Mandy Mooney — author, corporate communicator, and performer — for a wide-ranging conversation about mentorship, career growth, and how to show up authentically in both work and life.   We talk about her path from performing arts to corporate communications, and how those early experiences shaped the way she approaches relationships, leadership, and personal authenticity. That foundation carries through to her current role as VP of Internal Communications, where she focuses on building connections and fostering resilience across teams.   We explore the three pillars of career success Mandy highlights in her book Corporating: Three Ways to Win at Work — relationships, reputation, and resilience — and how they guide her approach to scaling mentorship and helping others grow. Mandy shares practical strategies for balancing professional responsibilities with personal passions, and why embracing technology thoughtfully can enhance, not replace, human connection.   The conversation also touches on parenting, building independence in children, and the lessons she's learned about optimism, preparation, and persistence — both in the workplace and at home.   If you're interested in scaling mentorship, developing your career with intention, or navigating work with authenticity, this episode is for you. And if you want to hear more on these topics, catch Mandy speaking at Snafu Conference 2026 on March 5th. 00:00 Start 02:26 Teaching Self-Belief and Independence Robin notes Mandy has young kids and a diverse career (performing arts → VP of a name-brand company → writing books). Robin asks: "What are the skills that you want your children to develop, to stay resilient in the world and the world of work that they're gonna grow up in?" Emphasis on meta-skills. Mandy's response: Core skills She loves the question, didn't expect it, finds it a "thrilling ride." Observes Robin tends to "put things out there before they exist" (e.g., talking about having children before actually having them). Skill 1: Envisioning possibilities "Envision the end, believe that it will happen and it is much more likely to happen." Teaching children to see limitless possibilities if they believe in them. Skill 2: Independence Examples: brushing their own hair, putting on clothes, asking strangers questions. One daughter in Girl Scouts: learning sales skills by approaching strangers to sell cookies. Independence builds confidence and problem-solving abilities for small and big life challenges. Skill 3: Self-belief / Self-worth Tied to independence. Helps children navigate life and career successfully. Robin asks about teaching self-belief Context: Mandy's kids are 6 and 9 years old (two girls). Mandy's approach to teaching self-belief Combination of: Words Mandy uses when speaking to them. Words encouraged for the children to use about themselves. Example of shifting praise from appearance to effort/creativity: Instead of "You look so pretty today" → "Wow, I love the creativity that you put into your outfit." Reason: "The voice that I use, the words that I choose, they're gonna receive that and internalize it." Corrective, supportive language when children doubt themselves: Example: Child says, "I'm so stupid, I can't figure out this math problem." Mandy responds: "Oh wow. That's something that we can figure out together. And the good news is I know that you are so smart and that you can figure this out, so let's work together to figure it out." Asking reflective questions to understand their inner thoughts: Example: "What's it like to be you? What's it like to be inside your head?" Child's response: "Well, you worry a lot," which Mandy found telling and insightful. Emphasizes coming from a place of curiosity to check in on a child's self-worth and self-identity journey. 04:30 Professional Journey and Role of VP of Internal Comms Robin sets up the question about professional development Notes Mandy has mentored lots of people. Wants to understand: Mandy's role as VP of Internal Communications (what that means). How she supports others professionally. How her own professional growth has been supported. Context: Robin just finished a workshop for professionals on selling themselves, asking for promotions, and stepping forward in their careers. Emphasizes that she doesn't consider herself an expert but learns from conversations with experienced people like Mandy. Mandy explains her role and path Career path has been "a winding road." Did not study internal communications; discovered it later. Finds her job fun, though sometimes stressful: "I often think I might have the most fun job in the world. I mean, it, it can be stressful and it can't, you know, there are days where you wanna bang your head against the wall, but by and large, I love my job. It is so fun." Internal communications responsibility: Translate company strategy into something employees understand and are excited about. Example: Translate business plan for 2026 to 2,800 employees. Team's work includes: Internal emails. PowerPoints for global town halls. Speaking points for leaders. Infusing fun into company culture via intranet stories (culture, customers, innovation). Quick turnaround on timely stories (example: employee running seven marathons on seven continents; story created within 24 hours). Storytelling and theater skills are key: Coaching leaders for presentations: hand gestures, voice projection, camera presence. Mandy notes shared theater background with Robin: "You and I are both thespian, so we come from theater backgrounds." Robin summarizes role Sounds like a mix of HR and sales: supporting employee development while "selling" them on the company. Mandy elaborates on impact and mentorship Loves making a difference in employees' lives by giving information and support. Works closely with HR (Human Resources) to: Provide learning and development opportunities. Give feedback. Help managers improve. Wrote a book to guide navigating internal careers and relationships. Mentorship importance: Mentors help accelerate careers in any organization. Mandy's career journey Started studying apparel merchandising at Indiana University (with Kelley School of Business minor). Shifted from pre-med → theater → journalism → apparel merchandising. Took full advantage of career fairs and recruiter networking at Kelley School of Business. "The way that I've gotten jobs is not through applying online, it's through knowing somebody, through having a relationship." First role at Gap Inc.: rotational Retail Management Training Program (RMP). Some roles enjoyable, some less so; realized she loved the company even if some jobs weren't ideal. Mentor influence: Met Bobby Stillton, president of Gap Foundation, who inspired her with work empowering women and girls. Took a 15-minute conversation with Bobby and got an entry-level communications role. Career growth happened through mentorship, internal networking, and alignment with company she loved. Advice for her daughters (Robin's question) Flash-forward perspective: post-college or early career. How to start a career in corporate / large organizations: Increase "luck surface area" (exposure to opportunities). Network in a savvy way. Ask at the right times. Build influence to get ahead. Mentorship and internal relationships are key, not just applying for jobs online. 12:15 Career Advice and Building Relationships Initial advice: "Well first I would say always call your mom. Ask for advice. I'm right here, honey, anytime." Three keys to success: Relationships Expand your network. "You say yes to everything, especially early in your career." Examples: sit in on meetings, observe special projects, help behind the scenes. Benefits: Increases credibility. Shows people you can do anything. Reputation Build a reputation as confident, qualified, and capable. Online presence: Example: LinkedIn profile—professional, up-to-date, connected to network. Be a sponsor/advocate for your company (school, office, etc.). Monthly posts suggested: team photos, events, showing responsibility and trust. Offline reputation: Deliver results better than expected. "Deliver on the things that you said you were gonna do and do a better job than people expected of you." Resilience Not taught from books—learned through experience. Build resilience through preparation, not "fake it till you make it." Preparation includes: practicing presentations, thinking through narratives, blocking time before/after to collect thoughts and connect with people. "Preparation is my headline … that's part of what creates resilience." Mandy turns the question to Robin: "I wanna ask you too, I mean, Robin, you, you live and breathe this every day too. What do you think are the keys to success?" Robin agrees with preparation as key. Value of service work: Suggests working in service (food, hospitality) teaches humility. "I've never met somebody I think even ever in my life who is super entitled and profoundly ungrateful, who has worked a service job for any length of time." Robin's personal experience with service work: First business: selling pumpkins at Robin's Pumpkin Patch (age 5). Key formative experience: running Robin's Cafe (2016, opened with no restaurant experience, on three weeks' notice). Ran the cafe for 3 years, sold it on Craigslist. Served multiple stakeholders: nonprofit, staff (~15 employees), investors ($40,000 raised from family/friends). Trial by fire: unprepared first days—no full menu, no recipes, huge rush events. Concept of MI Plus: "Everything in its place" as preparation principle. Connecting service experience to corporate storytelling: Current business: Zandr Media (videos, corporate storytelling). Preparation is critical: Know who's where, what will be captured, and what the final asset looks like. Limited fixes in post-production, even with AI tools. Reinforces importance of preparation through repeated experience. Advice for future children / young people: Robin would encourage service jobs for kids for months or a year. Teaches: Sleep management, personal presentation, confidence, energy. "Deciding that I'm going to show up professionally … well … energetically." Emphasizes relentless optimism: positivity is a superpower. Experience shows contrast between being prepared and unprepared—learning from both is crucial. 16:36 The Importance of Service Jobs and Resilience Service jobs as formative experience: Worked as a waitress early in her career (teenager). Describes it as "the hardest job of my life". Challenges included: Remembering orders (memory). Constant multitasking. Dealing with different personalities and attitudes. Maintaining positivity and optimism through long shifts (e.g., nine-hour shifts). Fully agrees with Robin: service jobs teach humility and preparation. Optimism as a superpower: "I totally agree too that optimism is a superpower. I think optimism is my superpower." Writes about this concept in her book. Believes everyone has at least one superpower, and successful careers involve identifying and leaning into that superpower. Robin asks about the book Why did Mandy write the book? Inspiration behind the book? Also wants a deep dive into the writing process for her own interest. Mandy's inspiration and purpose of the book Title: "Corporating: Three Ways to Win At Work" Primary goal: Scale mentorship. Realized as she reached VP level, people wanted career advice. Increased visibility through: Position as VP. Connection with alma mater (Indiana University). Active presence on LinkedIn. Result: Many young professionals seeking mentorship. Challenge: Not sustainable to mentor individually. Solution: Writing a book allows her to scale mentorship without minimizing impact. Secondary goals / personal motivations: Acts as a form of "corporate therapy": Reflects on first 10 years of her career. Acknowledges both successes and stumbles. Helps process trials and tribulations. Provides perspective and gratitude for lessons learned. Fun aspect: as a writer, enjoyed formatting and condensing experiences into a digestible form for readers. Legacy and contribution: "I had something that I could contribute meaningfully to the world … as part of my own legacy … I do wanna leave this world feeling like I contributed something positive. So this is one of my marks."   21:37 Writing a Book and Creative Pursuits Robin asks Mandy about the writing process: "What's writing been like for you? Just the, the process of distilling your thinking into something permanent." Mandy: Writing process and finding the "25th hour" Loves writing: "I love writing, so the writing has been first and foremost fun." Where she wrote the book: Mostly from the passenger seat of her car. She's a working mom and didn't have traditional writing time. Advice from mentor Gary Magenta: "Mandy, you're gonna have to find the 25th hour." She found that "25th hour" in her car. Practical examples: During birthday party drop-offs: "Oh good. It's a drop off party. Bye. Bye, honey. See you in two hours. I'll be in the driveway. In my car. If you need anything, please don't need anything." Would write for 1.5–2 hours. During Girl Scouts, swim, any activity. On airplanes: Finished the book on an eight-hour flight back from Germany. It was her 40th birthday (June 28). "Okay, I did it." Realization moment: "You chip away at it enough that you realize, oh, I have a book." Robin: On parents and prioritization Parents told him: "When you have kids, you just find a way." Children create: Stricter prioritization. A necessary forcing function. Mandy's self-reflection: "I believe that I am an inherently lazy person, to be totally honest with you." But she's driven by deadlines and deliverables. Kids eliminate "lazy days": No more slow Saturdays watching Netflix. "They get up. You get up, you have to feed these people like there's a human relying on you." Motherhood forces motivation: "My inherent laziness has been completely wiped away the past nine years." Writing happened in small windows of time. Importance of creative outlet: Having something for yourself fuels the rest of life. Examples: writing, crocheting, quilting, music. Creativity energizes other areas of life. Robin mentions The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss. Advice from that book: Have something outside your day job that fuels you. For Robin: Physical practice (gym, handstands, gymnastics, ballet, capoeira, surfing). It's a place to: Celebrate. Feel progress. Win, even if work is struggling. Example: If tickets aren't selling. If newsletter flops. If client relationships are hard. Physical training becomes the "anchor win." Mandy's writing took over two years. Why? She got distracted writing a musical version of the book. There is now: "Corporating: The Book" "Corporating: The Musical" Three songs produced online. Collaboration with composer Eric Chaney. Inspiration from book: Time, Talent, Energy (recommended by former boss Sarah Miran). Concept: we have limited time, talent, and energy. Advice: Follow your energy when possible. If you're flowing creatively, go with it (unless there's an urgent deadline). You'll produce better work. She believes: The book is better because she created the musical. Musical helps during speaking engagements. Sometimes she sings during talks. Why music? Attention spans are short. Not just Gen Z — everyone is distracted. Music keeps people engaged. "I'm not just gonna tell you about the three ways to win at work. I'm gonna sing it for you too." Robin on capturing attention If you can hold attention of: Five-year-olds. Thirteen-year-olds. You can hold anyone's attention. Shares story: In Alabama filming for Department of Education. Interviewed Alabama Teacher of the Year (Katie). She has taught for 20 years (kindergarten through older students). Observed: High enthusiasm. High energy. Willingness to be ridiculous to capture attention. Key insight: Engagement requires energy and presence. 28:37 The Power of Music in Capturing Attention Mandy's part of a group called Mic Drop Workshop. Led by Lindsay (last name unclear in transcript) and Jess Tro. They meet once a month. Each session focuses on improving a different performance skill. The session she describes focused on facial expressions. Exercise they did: Tell a story with monotone voice and no facial expressions. Tell the story "over the top clown like, go really big, something that feels so ridiculous." Tell it the way you normally would. Result: Her group had four people. "Every single one of us liked number two better than one or three." Why version two worked best: When people are emotive and expressive: It's more fun to watch. It's more entertaining. It's more engaging. Connection to kids and storytelling: Think of how you tell stories to five-year-olds: Whisper. Get loud. Get soft. Use dynamic shifts. The same applies on stage. Musical integration: Music is another tool for keeping attention. Helps maintain engagement in a distracted world. Robin: Hiring for energy and presence Talks about hiring his colleague Zach Fish. Technical producer for: Responsive Conference. Snafu Conference. Freelancer Robin works with often. Why Robin hires Zach: Yes, he's technically excellent. But more importantly: "He's a ball of positive energy and delight and super capable and confident, but also just pleasant to be with." Robin's hiring insight: If he has a choice, he chooses Zach. Why? "I feel better." Energy and presence influence hiring decisions. Zach's background: Teaches weekly acrobatics classes for kids in Berkeley. He's used to engaging audiences. That translates into professional presence. Robin: Energy is learnable When thinking about: Who to hire. Who to promote. Who to give opportunities to. Traits that matter: Enthusiasm. Positivity. Big energy. Being "over the top" when needed. Important insight: This isn't necessarily a God-given gift. It can be learned. Like music or performance. Like anything else. 31:00 The Importance of Positive Work Relationships Mandy reflects on: The tension between loud voices and quiet voices. "Oftentimes the person who is the loudest is the one who gets to talk the most, but the person who's the quietest is the one who maybe has the best ideas." Core question: How do you exist in a world where both of those things are true? Parenting lens: One daughter is quieter than the other. Important to: Encourage authenticity. Teach the skill of using your voice loudly when needed. It's not about changing personality. It's about equipping someone to advocate for themselves when necessary Book is targeted at: Students about to enter the corporate world. Early-career professionals. Intentional writing decision: Exactly 100 pages. Purpose: "To the point, practical advice." Holds attention. Digestible. Designed for distracted readers. Emotional honesty: Excited but nervous to reconnect with students. Acknowledges: The world has changed. It's been a while since she was in college. Advice she's trying to live: Know your audience Core principle: "Get to know your audience. Like really get in there and figure out who they are." Pre-book launch tour purpose: Visiting universities (including her alma mater). Observing students. Understanding: Their learning environment. Their day-to-day experiences. The world they're stepping into. Communication principle: Knowing your audience is essential in communications. Also essential in career-building. If you have a vision of where you want to go: "Try to find a way to get there before you're there." Tactics: Meet people in those roles. Shake their hands. Have coffee. Sit in those seats. Walk those halls. See how it feels. Idea: Test the future before committing to it. Reduce uncertainty through proximity. What if you don't have a vision? Robin pushes back thoughtfully: What about people who: Don't know what they want to do? Aren't sure about staying at a company? Aren't sure about career vs. business vs. stay-at-home parent? Acknowledges: There's abundance in the world. Attention is fragmented. Implied tension: How do you move forward without clarity? 35:13 Mentorship and Career Guidance How to help someone figure out what's next Start with questions, not answers A mentor's primary job: ask questions from a place of curiosity Especially when someone is struggling with what they want to do or their career direction Key questions: What brings you joy? What gives you energy? What's the dream? Imagine retirement — what does that look like? Example: A financial advisor made Mandy and her husband define retirement vision; then work backwards (condo in New Zealand, annual family vacations) Clarify what actually matters Distinguish life priorities: Security → corporate job; Teamwork → corporate environment; Variety and daily interaction → specific roles Mentoring becomes a checklist: Joy, strengths, lifestyle, financial expectations, work environment preferences Then make connections: Introduce them to people in relevant environments, encourage informational interviews You don't know what you don't know Trial and error is inevitable Build network intentionally: Shadow people, observe, talk to parents' friends, friends of friends Even experienced professionals have untapped opportunities Stay curious and do the legwork Mixing personal and professional identity Confidence to bring personal interests into corporate work comes from strategy plus luck Example: Prologis 2021, senior leaders joked about forming a band; Mandy spoke up, became lead singer CEO took interest after first performance, supported book launch She didn't always feel this way Early corporate years: Feel like a "corporate robot," worrying about jargon, meetings, email etiquette, blending in Book explores blending in while standing out Advice for bringing full self to work Don't hide it, but don't force it; weave into casual conversation Find advocates: Amazing bosses vs terrible ones, learn from both Mentorship shaped her framework: Relationships, reputation, and resilience Resilience and rejection Theater as rejection bootcamp: Auditions, constant rejection Foundations of resilience: Surround yourself with supportive people, develop intrinsic self-worth, know you are worthy Creating conditions for success Age 11 audition story: Last-minute opportunity, director asked her to sing, she sang and got the part Why it worked: Connections (aunt in play), parent support, director willing to take a chance, she showed up Resilience is not just toughing it out: Have support systems, build self-worth, seek opportunity, create favorable conditions, step forward when luck opens a door 44:18 Overcoming Rejection and Building Resilience First show experiences Robin's first stage production is uncertain; she had to think carefully At 17, walked into a gymnastics gym after being a cross country runner for ten years, burnt out from running Cold-called gyms from the Yellow Pages; most rejected her for adult classes, one offered adult classes twice a week That led to juggling, circus, fencing, capa, rock climbing — a "Cambrian explosion" of movement opportunities About a year and a half later, walked into a ballet studio in corduroy and a button-up, no ballet shoes; first ballet teacher was Eric Skinner at Reed College, surrounded by former professional ballerinas First internal college production was his first show; ten years later performed as an acrobat with the San Francisco Opera in 2013, six acrobats among 200 people on stage, four-hour shows with multiple costume changes and backflips Relationship to AI and the evolving world of work Mandy never asks her daughters "What do you want to be?" because jobs today may not exist in the future Focus on interests: plants, how things are built, areas of curiosity for future generations Coaching her team: Highly capable, competent, invested in tools and technology for digital signage, webinars, emails, data-driven insights, videos Approach AI with cautious optimism: Adopt early, embrace technology, use it to enhance work rather than replace it Example: Uses a bot for scheduling efficiency, brainstorming; enhances job performance by integrating AI from day one Advice: Approach AI with curiosity, not fear; embrace tools to be smarter and more efficient, stay ahead in careers 53:05 Where to Find Mandy Mandy will be speaking at Snafu Conference on March 5, discussing rejection and overcoming it. Author and speaking information: mandymooney.com LinkedIn: Mandy Mooney Music available under her real name, Mandy Mooney, on streaming platforms.  

Is the "Zero Day" infection spreading across the pond? In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of the Eurozone to see how record levels in the DAX and the explosion of 0DTE options are reshaping the landscape for retail and institutional traders alike. Host Mark Longo is joined by a powerhouse panel to break down the macroeconomic shifts, sector rotations, and the structural innovations making European derivatives more accessible than ever. In This Episode: The 0DTE Contagion: Lex Luthringshausen (Tradier) explains why European traders are beaming into US markets to sling intraday iron condors and how that behavior is translating to cash-settled European indices. DAX to the Max: Eugen Mohr (Eurex) breaks down the "Conservative Shift" in German politics under the new Chancellor and how government spending in the defense and industrial sectors is driving the DAX 40 to record heights. The Economic Cycle: Dr. VSTOXX himself, Russell Rhoads, analyzes why the DAX might offer more "juice" than the S&P 500 in 2026 and why the "Potholes" in the US economy might make European exposure a smoother ride. German Engineering vs. Italian Style: A heated debate on the automotive sector—from BMW and Mercedes to the "Poster Car" aesthetics of Italian design. Micro-Sizing the Market: Why notional size matters and how the Micro-DAX (at just 1 Euro per point) is becoming the ultimate tool for retail risk management. The Red Phone: The panel tackles listener questions on Eurex 0DTE liquidity, "Weekend Risk" trades using V-Stocks, and Tradier's unique "All You Can Trade" subscription model. The Panel: Mark Longo: Founder, The Options Insider Media Group Dr. Russell Rhoads: Clinical Professor at the Kelley School of Business, Indiana University Eugen Mohr: Product & Business Development Specialist at Eurex Lex Luthringshausen: SVP of Business Development at Tradier Resources Mentioned: The Leap Trading Competition: Join over 50,000 traders in the Eurex/TradingView paper trading challenge. Visit eurex.com/competition . Learn More About Eurex: eurex.com

Entry-level roles are being labeled “obsolete.” But what if the real issue isn't AI — it's how we've designed early-career work for decades?In this episode of foHRsight, we explore why entry-level jobs aren't going away, but passive, low-agency roles are. As AI takes over routine execution, new hires are being asked to show judgment, critical thinking, and maturity much earlier than before — often without the support or learning pathways to succeed.Dr. Miranda Rodak joins us to unpack what this shift means for HR leaders, educators, and people managers who are responsible for building sustainable talent pipelines. Together, we examine why over-automation undermines learning, how “effortful learning” is being squeezed out by efficiency, and what organizations must redesign if they want AI to augment people instead of eroding capability.This conversation challenges a dangerous narrative — and offers a more hopeful, practical path forward for early-career development in an AI-enabled workplace.About our guestDr. Miranda Rodak is a professor at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business and Associate Director of the Communication Professional and Computer Skills Program. She brings a rare perspective at the intersection of education, communication, and AI-enabled work, helping organizations and universities rethink how humans learn, think, and lead alongside technology.Stay connected with foHRsightTo sign up for our monthly newsletter, foHRsight, visit http://www.futurefohrward.com/subscribeFollow us on LinkedIn:Mark Edgar – www.linkedin.com/in/markedgarhr/ Naomi Titleman Colla – www.linkedin.com/in/naomititlemancolla/ future foHRward – www.linkedin.com/company/future-fohrward/Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/futurefohrward/For more information on our private community for forward-thinking HR leaders, including how to join our next Manager-Director HR Leader cohort launching this spring, visit our website at futurefohrward.com/community. We are also currently welcoming new members in our CHRO and VP+ HRBP & Talent cohorts. Don't miss your chance to join the community you've been missing!Support the show

Book: Bos-Up Moments Website(s): www.scottabbottabc.com Social Media: @scottabbabc I hope all is good in business, work, and life? To help us get acquainted, three quick questions: 1) Do you want to optimize your vision, productivity, and results? 2) Would you like to maximize your time, talent, and teamwork? 3) Are you passionate about leadership, growth, and prosperity: in your business, work, and life? Hopefully, your answers are all yes. If they're not, best of luck to you. If they are, let's see if we align. For starters, I like to think of myself as an architect, builder and custodian of prosperous and resilient companies, leadership, and growth. With regard to my skills and credentials: I have 35+ years of experience and expertise launching, operating, buying, selling, and investing in dozens of companies. Along the way, I've raised $35M+ in venture capital (with 3 successful exits), been chartered to lead teams that generate $billions in sales, serviced thousands of clients, and hired hundreds of employees. I've also learned a lot, by making a truckload of mistakes. I am honored and humbled, to be a finalist for the E&Y Technology Entrepreneur of the Year Award; Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies Award Winner; Entrepreneur in Residence at Indiana University, Kelley School of Business; Executive Board Member with the Fast Company Executive Board; and the author of several best-selling books, including: BOS-UP, BOS-UP Moments, Level-UP to Professional, and The Co+Factor. As for my professions and passions: I have the joy and privilege for being a Founder & Co-Founder, CEO, Business + Executive Coach, Angel Investor, Board Member and host a Top 10% podcast, with over 100K+ downloads. I am also active on social media, and enjoy sharing timely, inspirational content with 45,000+ Followers (connect @scottabbottabc). Most of all, I love helping good and caring people - along with team-centric organizations - effectively learn, leverage, and benefit from the best strategies, mechanics, and principles for leadership, management, teamwork & accountability. What about you and your company? What's your situation and aspirations? If you're like most organizations, you're wanting to grow from good to great (or stay great), and need extra help to: + clarify and achieve your goals/plans + minimize challenges and frustrations + optimize productivity and success If yes … and if you are truly committed to building, operating, and growing a more productive, humane, and resilient company (and as important, be the best leaders and leadership team that your business, family, and community deserves), then please connect with me today, and let's see if we're a great fit, for working together BOS-UP Moments is a modern field guide for thinkers, builders, leaders, and doers. Blending the best of leadership, psychology, business, strategy, self-help, coaching, and motivation - this book delivers multiple genres in one. Each Moment pairs a powerful video with a compelling explanation, stunning visual design, actionable insights, and transformative prompts that sharpen focus, strengthen resilience, improve communication, elevate habits, and unlock clarity. It's the connective tissue between business operating systems, AI, coaching, and real-world leadership - giving you a fun, practical, inspiring, visually immersive resource you use immediately and return to forever. Each Moment follows a consistent rhythm and delivers four key elements of value: 1. The Video Every Moment begins with a one-word title, a short description, and a scannable QR code. This links directly to the original 2-4-minute YouTube video the Moment is based on. You don't have to watch the video - but if you want to feel the original energy and voice, it's there.

From losing his $25,000 life savings on his first startup investment to democratizing venture capital for everyday investors, Gerry Hays shares proven strategies for making early-stage investing accessible through VentureStaking while teaching founders outside traditional tech hubs how to raise capital and build sustainable businesses. In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, host Corey Kupfer sits down with Gerry Hays, founder and CEO of Doriot and Senior Lecturer at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. Gerry has made 75+ startup investments, taught venture capital for 20 years, and built multiple companies from zero to exit, including HomeYeah.com and Charlie Biggs Food Company. His current mission focuses on expanding venture capital access beyond coastal hubs through innovative funding models. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: In this episode, you'll discover how to participate in early-stage startup investing with as little as $10 through the VentureStaking model, why the right to invest later in winning companies proves more valuable than over-investing today, and how collapsing startup costs are fundamentally changing capital requirements for founders. Gerry shares strategies for avoiding what he calls "the fool's tax" when making your first investments, the critical importance of backing founders over ideas, and why venture investing resembles poker more than roulette. You'll also learn about building venture ecosystems within universities where students and alumni can collaborate on funding and growth, navigating the decision between raising capital versus bootstrapping your business, and the difference between venture-appropriate businesses versus lifestyle companies. The conversation explores tokenization's potential to create an ownership economy, why cultivation mindset beats consumption thinking for long-term wealth building, and what freedom from scarcity truly means in both dealmaking and life. GERRY'S JOURNEY: Gerry's path into venture capital came through painful education. After leaving law practice after just six months, he made his first investment at age 27, putting his entire life savings of $25,000 into a hazardous waste processing technology. He knew the space intimately from running lobbying for Indiana's Department of Environmental Management. The technology made sense. The market opportunity was clear. But the founder couldn't execute, and Gerry lost everything. That lesson kept him away from startup investing for a decade. Instead, he became a founder himself, launching HomeYeah.com during the dot-com boom. He acquired a small Indianapolis company with 25 lawn signs and built it into the 11th largest real estate company in Indianapolis by transactions, growing from zero to $1.8 million in revenue in just 20 to 24 months. The company sold to Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003, but not before Gerry experienced the challenge of raising capital outside traditional tech hubs. After the HomeYeah.com exit, Indiana University invited him to teach a new venture capital course. He's been there since 2004, creating what he calls a bridge between academic theory and real-world startup practice. Meanwhile, he co-founded Charlie Biggs Food Company, scaling it from zero to $10 million in revenue with distribution in over 1,000 retail locations before exiting through a private equity deal. FIRST INVESTMENT LESSONS: That initial $25,000 loss taught Gerry what he calls "avoiding the fool's tax." The fundamental insight was simple but profound. When you invest, you're really investing in founders more than ideas. He was simply a bad picker of founders at that point. The technology expertise didn't matter. Market knowledge didn't matter. What mattered was identifying founders who could execute through inevitable obstacles and pivots. This lesson shaped everything that followed. Gerry wouldn't touch startup investing again for ten years after that loss. When he did return, his approach centered on cultivating relationships with founders over time, watching how they respond to challenges, and building diversified portfolios that acknowledge most investments will fail. VENTURESTAKING MODEL: The VentureStaking approach emerged from Gerry's years of teaching and investing. The model allows investors to participate with as little as $10 in early-stage founders. Instead of writing large checks for immediate equity, venture stakers provide small grants to founders just getting started. If those founders break out and raise a real equity round, the stakers get invited to invest at 10 times their initial stake. The math works elegantly. Out of 25 investments of $10 each totaling $250, you might only see three worth backing in a real round. But when winners emerge, you've earned the right to participate in meaningful equity rounds without the traditional barriers to entry. This democratizes access while maintaining sophisticated portfolio construction principles. Gerry likens venture investing to poker rather than roulette. You play many hands with small amounts. You fold most of them. But when you spot real winners, you bet heavy. This is cultivation versus consumption, a long-term wealth-building game that Warren Buffett exemplifies, having created 99% of his wealth after age 65. THE COLLAPSING COST OF STARTING: One of the most profound shifts Gerry identifies is how startup costs have collapsed. What required $5 million to build ten years ago can now be created in a day for $50 thanks to AI agents, no-code platforms, and cloud services. This changes everything about capital requirements and who can be a founder. This trend combines with tokenization to create what Gerry calls an ownership economy. Instead of owning a few stocks generating passive income, people could hold tokens in 150 companies, each generating small amounts of passive income without traditional barriers to entry. The infrastructure for this future is being built now through blockchain technology and regulatory evolution. UNIVERSITY VENTURE ECOSYSTEMS: Gerry's work brings the VentureStaking model to universities, creating ecosystems where students, alumni, and faculty can participate in funding and building the next generation of startups. Indiana University has 70,000 students and 800,000 alumni. Imagine creating an arena where students pitch ideas, alumni back them with small stakes, and the community participates in the upside when founders succeed. Shared information, shared risk, shared prosperity. This approach captures innovation traditional VCs miss entirely. Founders outside coastal hubs gain access to capital. Alumni gain access to investment opportunities typically reserved for accredited investors with six-figure minimums. Students learn by doing rather than just studying theory. The model scales to any university willing to build the infrastructure. KEY INSIGHTS: Geographic location shouldn't determine access to capital. Gerry experienced this firsthand with HomeYeah.com in Indianapolis. He wasn't in California. He didn't have the right connections. That challenge drives his current work at Doriot, focused on democratizing venture capital for founders and investors outside traditional hubs. The Sam Altman example illustrates how network effects compound. Altman invested $15,000 in Stripe in 2009, now worth $650 million. That wealth creates access to more deals. Those deals create more wealth. The rich get richer not because they're smarter but because they have access. VentureStaking aims to expand that access. Contracts matter, but people matter just as much. Gerry's experience shows that when something seems too easy, like tenants responding unusually quickly to lease documents without redlines for 10-15 year commitments, it raises red flags. You can have perfect legal documents but still face challenges if you're working with the wrong people. THE SHARK TANK STORY: Gerry shares his Shark Tank experience where his former student pitched a business and received a $250,000 offer from Mark Cuban for 35% equity. Gerry advised him that existing SAFEs would push him below 50% ownership. The founder turned down Cuban's offer. That "no" to Mark Cuban kicked off Season 4 of Shark Tank and generated publicity that proved more valuable than the deal itself. The company continued growing without the investment. CULTIVATION VERSUS CONSUMPTION: One of Gerry's most powerful insights addresses how society trains people for consumption rather than cultivation. We've made sports betting legal. Prediction markets are booming. We're training young people about fast-moving money and dopamine hits. But venture investing is a cultivation game. You're dropping seeds into the ground and watching what the universe brings back. He gave a student $5,000 who wanted to build something in the travel industry. The founder pivoted to AI and Shopify and just raised $8 million at a $55 million valuation. That $5,000 investment is now worth over $200,000. The bet wasn't on the idea. It was on a founder who wouldn't quit. That's something you discover by playing the game, getting yourself into wealth-building activities where you're patient, watching, and learning. FREEDOM FROM SCARCITY: When asked about freedom, Gerry's answer cut to something fundamental. Being free from a scarcity mindset is profoundly important. Everything around us reinforces scarcity. But when you let go of that and realize how abundant things really are, it changes how you see opportunities. You can afford to be patient. You can take calculated risks. You can help others succeed knowing there's enough to go around. This mindset applies to venture capital, to dealmaking, to entrepreneurship, and to life. When you operate from abundance rather than scarcity, you see opportunities differently. Capital formation is evolving. The question is whether that evolution will democratize opportunity or concentrate it further. Gerry's betting on democratization. Perfect for investors curious about venture capital but feeling locked out of traditional opportunities, founders outside coastal tech hubs seeking capital, university administrators exploring venture ecosystem development, and anyone interested in how capital formation is evolving to become more accessible while maintaining sophisticated portfolio construction principles. FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/gerryhays FOR MORE ON GERRY HAYS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryhays/ https://doriot.com FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00] - Introduction to Gerry Hays and the VentureStaking model [02:15] - Growing up around real estate and finding it boring initially [04:30] - The $25,000 first investment loss and avoiding the fool's tax [07:45] - Launching HomeYeah.com during the dot-com boom and growing to $1.8 million [10:20] - Capital raising challenges outside traditional tech hubs [12:30] - Selling HomeYeah.com to Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003 [14:15] - Teaching venture capital at Indiana University since 2004 [16:45] - Building Charlie Biggs Food Company from zero to $10 million in revenue [19:30] - The VentureStaking model explained with $10 minimum investments [22:15] - Why venture investing is poker, not roulette [25:00] - The collapsing cost of starting companies from millions to dollars [27:30] - Tokenization and the ownership economy vision [30:45] - The $5,000 investment now worth $200,000 after founder pivoted to AI [33:20] - Sam Altman's $15,000 Stripe investment now worth $650 million [36:00] - Building venture ecosystems within universities [39:15] - The Shark Tank story where student turned down Mark Cuban [42:00] - Cultivation versus consumption mindset for wealth building [44:30] - Warren Buffett creating 99% of wealth after age 65 [46:45] - Freedom from scarcity mindset in dealmaking and life Guest Bio Gerry Hays is the founder and CEO of Doriot, a platform focused on democratizing venture capital by expanding access for entrepreneurs outside traditional coastal hubs. He is also a Senior Lecturer at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, where he has taught Venture Capital and Entrepreneurial Finance since 2004. Gerry began his career in politics and law before founding HomeYeah.com, an online real estate platform that grew from zero to $1.8 million in revenue in 20-24 months and became the 11th largest real estate company in Indianapolis by transactions. The company was acquired by the private equity firm behind Help-U-Sell Real Estate in 2003. He co-founded Charlie Biggs Food Company, growing it to over $10 million in annual revenue with distribution in over 1,000 retail locations before exiting through a private equity deal. He also co-founded Apparel Media Group, later acquired by Custom Ink. An active investor, Gerry has backed 75+ early-stage companies, several of which have raised over $20 million or achieved profitability. He has been investing in Bitcoin and Bitcoin Layer 2 infrastructure since 2013. Gerry is the author of The First-Time Founders Equity Bible and has led student venture immersion trips to Asia for over a decade. Host Bio Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Show Description Do you want your business to grow faster? The DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer reveals how successful entrepreneurs and business leaders use strategic deals to accelerate growth. From large mergers and acquisitions to capital raising, joint ventures, strategic alliances, real estate deals, and more, this show discusses the full spectrum of deal-driven growth strategies. Get the confidence to pursue deals that will help your company scale faster. Related Episodes Episode 350 - Tom Dillon on Fractional CFOs and Alternative Funding Sources: Learn how fractional CFO services help companies explore diverse funding options beyond traditional venture capital. Episode 351 - Solocast on Deal Structures Beyond M&A and Capital Raising: Explore joint ventures, strategic alliances, licensing agreements, and other creative partnership models that expand growth options. Episode 89 - Sherisse Hawkins on the Capital Raising Journey: Discover the practical realities of securing investment as a founder and navigating the funding landscape. Episode 85 - Nick Adams on Seed Stage Venture Capital Funds: Understand how traditional VCs evaluate early-stage deals and what metrics matter most to institutional investors. Episode 175 - Natasha Miller on Developing Strategic Partnerships: Master the concepts of shared risk, shared resources, and creative collaboration structures that bring communities together. Episode 185 - Maximilian Rast on How to Raise Capital for Your Company: Build the fundamentals of capital raising that apply across venture, real estate, and business growth strategies. Social Media Follow DealQuest Podcast:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/Website: https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Follow Gerry Hays: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryhays/ Company: https://doriot.com Twitter: @gerryhays Keywords/Tags venture capital democratization, VentureStaking model, early stage investing, startup funding alternatives, university venture ecosystems, tokenization investing, accredited investor alternatives, cultivation mindset wealth building, venture capital accessibility, startup investment diversification, capital raising strategies, founder backing strategies, angel investing, entrepreneurship education, blockchain tokenization, ownership economy, portfolio diversification, founder selection strategies, dealmaking strategies

AI Startup Funding Models Gerry Hays, a professor of venture capital with 21 years of experience and a history of investing in 75 startups, discussed his work in supporting founders to create AI-focused startups through a grant-based funding model. He explained their "Venture Staking" system, which allows individuals to invest small amounts of money in startups early on, with the potential to earn 10x returns if the company succeeds. Michael shared his experience working in IT during the dot-com era and emphasized the importance of accessible funding for new businesses, highlighting how Gerry's approach provides an alternative to traditional VC funding by building a community of potential investors. Community-Driven Investment Transformations Michael and Gerry discussed the transformative power of community-driven investing, emphasizing its potential to foster genuine interest and engagement in ventures beyond mere financial returns. Michael highlighted how such investments create a sense of belonging and collaboration, comparing it to cheering for a team, while Gerry stressed the future importance of community and networks in startups, contrasting them with easily replicable software. They agreed that early participation in ventures offers significant advantages, including learning opportunities and potential financial gains, as well as the chance to be part of a community that drives innovation and growth. Alternative Investments: Volatility and Returns Michael discussed the high volatility and potential for significant returns in alternative investment platforms, contrasting them with traditional stock markets where 52% of Fortune 500 companies from 2000 have since disappeared. He emphasized the transformative nature of current market shifts and the importance of active engagement in investments, which fosters community and deeper research. Michael highlighted how such platforms encourage users to delve into detailed analysis, unlike the surface-level engagement often seen on social media. AI and Entrepreneurship Growth Strategies Michael and Gerry discussed the value of experience in entrepreneurship and the importance of regular updates to investors for accountability. They highlighted how AI, like previous tools like the internet, can enhance business operations but should be used as a tool rather than a replacement for human expertise. Gerry emphasized the potential for small investments in innovative businesses to grow significantly, citing the rise of no-code tools and AI as enablers of this transformation. Adapting to Startup Challenges Michael and Gerry discussed the importance of adaptability and risk-taking in the startup world, using examples like Pets.com and Comscore Networks to illustrate the challenges and opportunities faced by early-stage companies. Gerry explained the unique features of Dorio.com, a platform that allows non-accredited investors to test the waters and gain insights into startups before making larger investments. They emphasized the value of calculated risk-taking and the platform's ability to make venture capital more accessible to a wider audience. Michael encouraged listeners to explore Dorio.com as a potential holiday gift or investment opportunity.   About Gerry Hays Gerry Hays is redefining how startups are funded—and who gets to participate. As the founder of Doriot and the creator of VentureStaking™, a patent-pending investment model, Gerry is challenging the traditional venture capital system and opening the door for everyday people to invest in high-growth startups—without needing to write a five-figure check or place risky early bets. With more than 25 years of experience as a serial founder and startup investor, Gerry has successfully launched, scaled, and exited multiple companies. He's taught entrepreneurial finance and venture capital at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, where he mentored hundreds of emerging founders across the globe. Gerry is also the author of the 5-star-rated book, The First-Time Founder's Equity Bible, a practical guide that demystifies equity structures and funding for new entrepreneurs. He created Fantasy Startup®, the world's #1 startup investing simulation with over 14,000 downloads. And in his push to democratize access to private markets, he developed the QAI (Qualified Accredited Investor) Certification, empowering non-traditional investors to confidently and knowledgeably enter the world of private equity. But Gerry's mission goes far beyond credentials. Through Doriot and the VentureStaking™ model, he's flipping the script on startup investing. Instead of gambling early like traditional angels or waiting for IPO access on Wall Street, investors can now earn the option to invest in startups once they've begun to succeed—radically lowering risk and broadening participation. This isn't crowdfunding. It's a smarter, more inclusive, and capital-efficient way to back innovation—and benefit from it. What your audience will take away: How to begin startup investing with as little as $10 Why VentureStaking™ may be the most game-changing asset class since crypto How access to private markets is being reimagined for the 99% What it really means to own equity in the next unicorn—before Silicon Valley gets in If your show dives into entrepreneurship, disruption, financial empowerment, or emerging investment trends, Gerry Hays will bring bold, practical insights—and a roadmap for how your audience can take a real stake in the future. IG:  https://www.instagram.com/doriot/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerryhays/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@doriot_venture Website:  https://www.doriot.com/  

He's taught future CEOs, launched student-run stores, and believes most consultants are a waste of money. In this episode, we're back with John Talbott, senior marketing faculty at the Kelley School of Business to talk about what 17 years in the classroom has taught him about learning, leadership, and retail. John shares how Kelley trains students for real-world careers, the origin story behind Kelly Outfitters, and why motivation is the most powerful factor in education. He also reflects on post-pandemic retail, how Home Depot outpaced expectations, and why every bank should think more like a store. From early e-commerce to environmental impact, this one's packed with honest takes and sharp insights from one of the most respected voices in marketing education. Connect with John Talbott: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtalbott1/ If you need branded solutions for your events, giveaways and employee engagement, check out Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com

HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider GUEST: Russell Rhoads, Indiana University's Kelley School of Business GUEST: Philipp Schultze, Eurex GUEST: Ryan Pitylak, NinjaTrader This episode offers an in-depth look at the European derivatives markets. Topics discussed encompass differences between the European and U.S. market structures, the role of economic data, retail trading trends, European-style settlement origins, and the future outlook for European markets. The episode also addresses specific questions from listeners about the European crypto marketplace, warrants, and the term structure of VIX versus VSTOXX.

Guest Ilya Zlotnik, Partner, Wealth Adviser, Vivaldi Capital ManagementWebsite www.vivaldicap.comAUM ~$6bn BioIlya is a Wealth Advisor and Partner at Vivaldi Capital Management in Chicago. For over a decade, he has guided high-net-worth individuals and families through every aspect of their financial life—from strategic asset allocation and portfolio management to complex tax and generational planning. His client-centric approach and deep expertise have earned him recognition as a Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor for two consecutive years. Prior to joining Vivaldi, Ilya served as an Investment Consultant at TD Ameritrade and was a member of the Private Wealth Group at RMB Capital Management. He holds a BS in Finance from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and an MBA with concentrations in Finance and Entrepreneurship from the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago.Disclaimer: This is one Advisor's perspective and not reflective of VCM.Read the full disclaimer and learn more here: https://www.vivaldicap.com/

He took the lowest job offer, moved to Dallas with two friends, and launched e-commerce at Fossil before most people knew what it was. In this episode we sit down with John Talbott, senior marketing faculty at the Kelley School of Business, to explore his path from corporate retail to higher education. John shares why he turned down big finance firms, what made retail feel like home, and how a watch company taught him everything about branding, perceived value, and experience. He also reflects on raising a family in Bloomington, influencing future CEOs, and why he still believes brand is a promise, not just a logo.

If you live in Minnesota, you know there are two things that keep you going through the long winters: a good pair of boots, and a great cup of coffee. For years, that coffee often came from Caribou, where Jim's guest this week, Erin Newkirk, most recently served as Chief Brand & Marketing Officer, helping guide a beloved global coffeehouse with more than 850 locations across 11 countries. Erin left Caribou coffee shortly after we recorded this show to start her own training & coaching company.Erin's story stretches far beyond coffee. Her career spans Fortune 500s, startups, coaching, and everything in between, always with the same ambition: to build brands, businesses, and breakthroughs that spark movements people can feel. She began her career at the test-prep company Kaplan, earned her MBA from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, and honed her brand chops at General Mills, shaping icons like Cheerios and Pillsbury. Then she leapt into entrepreneurship, founding Red Stamp, a mobile-first lifestyle brand that reimagined personal connection and scaled to millions before it was acquired. Today, Erin brings that same energy to her work as an advisor and board member. partnering with founders, executives, and mission-driven ventures including ModernWell, Omnia Fishing, and TurnSignl, an award-winning service providing 24/7 real-time legal assistance.Recorded in person at the Best Buy Studios in Minneapolis, here is Jim's conversation with the leader who believes in grounding herself each day—and helping others grow along the way.---This week's episode is brought to you by Best Buy Ads.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Greg: Making complex concepts relatable.Improving compliance with annual reporting requirements for crowdfunding campaigns could transform the market, creating a more transparent and effective system for investors and entrepreneurs alike. In today's episode, Greg Burke, Assistant Professor of Accounting and Business Law at Loyola University Chicago, highlighted a key finding from his research: less than a third of crowdfunding issuers file their required annual reports on time, and fewer than half ever do.Greg explained that this lack of compliance undermines investor trust and market legitimacy. “Investors are looking for regulation crowdfunding annual reports,” he said. “Sometimes they're just not finding it. If investors are demanding it and they're not getting it, it certainly may impact their investment decisions and the potential growth in this market.”The consequences of this gap in transparency are significant. As Greg noted, compliance with annual reporting requirements provides investors with critical information to make better decisions. This transparency fosters trust, encourages repeat investments, and helps attract new capital to the space.Greg's research also uncovered ways to increase compliance. In a field experiment conducted with King's Crowd, a marketing campaign emphasized the regulatory risks of failing to comply with reporting requirements. This simple approach increased compliance by 20%. “A simple email reminder tailored towards emphasizing regulatory risk can make a difference,” Greg said.Platforms and intermediaries also play a critical role. Greg suggested that crowdfunding platforms could incorporate reporting support into their services, either by helping issuers directly or partnering with third-party providers. He noted that the process doesn't have to be costly or complicated. “There are services out there that can provide these reports for less than a thousand dollars,” Greg explained.By addressing this issue, we could unlock the full potential of regulated crowdfunding. Transparent reporting not only satisfies investor demand but also legitimizes the marketplace, opening doors for more diverse founders and innovative solutions to access much-needed capital.Improving compliance with reporting requirements might seem like a small step, but it's a foundational one. As Greg put it, “Any kind of movement in this space to increase reporting compliance only adds legitimacy to the space.”tl;dr:Greg Burke highlights low compliance with annual reporting requirements in the regulated crowdfunding market.Improved compliance fosters investor trust and market growth, benefiting entrepreneurs and diverse founders.Greg's research shows emphasizing regulatory risks can increase reporting compliance by 20%.Crowdfunding platforms and third-party services can simplify compliance for resource-constrained entrepreneurs.Greg's superpower is making complex topics relatable by tailoring messages to his audience's needs.How to Develop Making Complex Concepts Relatable As a SuperpowerGreg's superpower is making complex, seemingly dull topics engaging, relatable, and accessible. As Greg explained, “I think what I've come down to is making seemingly uninteresting, confusing, or unimportant things seem interesting, understandable, and relevant.” He emphasized that the key to this skill lies in understanding the audience, creating an engaging environment, and translating complicated ideas into relatable concepts.Illustrative Story:Greg shared an example from his classroom, where he taught students about safeguarding assets, a topic that might seem boring at first glance. By comparing company practices to personal experiences—like hiding cash from a roommate—he made the concept tangible and easy to understand. Through relatable analogies, Greg transformed a dry academic topic into a conversation his students could connect with and apply.Actionable Tips for Developing the Superpower:Know Your Audience: Understand what matters to the people you're speaking to and tailor your message.Make It Relatable: Use analogies or examples drawn from everyday life to explain complex ideas.Create an Open Environment: Foster a safe, genuine, and engaging space to encourage curiosity and interaction.Observe and Adjust: Pay attention to how people respond to your explanations and refine your approach accordingly.Be Brave: Don't be afraid to try new ways of communicating, even if it doesn't work perfectly the first time.By following Greg's example and advice, you can make “making complex concepts relatable” a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileGreg Burke (he/him):Assistant Professor of Accounting and Business Law, Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University ChicagoAbout Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University Chicago: Loyola University Chicago's business school educates responsible leaders through master's, undergraduate, and executive education.Website: gregory-burke.comOther URL: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5463161Biographical Information: Greg Burke, Ph.D., CPA, is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at the Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University Chicago, located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Greg earned his Ph.D. in Accounting from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, completing his doctoral studies with a two-year visit at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. He also holds an active CPA license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.Greg's research focuses on financial accounting, with an emphasis on securities regulation and enforcement, financial reporting and disclosure, entrepreneurial finance, and corporate governance. He is particularly interested in the securities market created by Regulation Crowdfunding, where much of his current work is centered. His research primarily employs empirical-archival methods but also incorporates experimental, survey, and analytical approaches to address questions where archival data proves less effective.With a deep passion for teaching, Greg has instructed undergraduate and graduate courses in financial and managerial accounting as well as basic mathematics. Additionally, he has trained new hire assurance associates at PwC and provided instruction to professionals at a start-up incubator. Before joining Loyola, Greg was a faculty member at Fairfield University, where he taught financial and managerial accounting. His professional background includes auditing at PwC in Boston, where he worked on asset management and employee benefit plan engagements. Greg also spent a year as a volunteer in Ecuador, reflecting his commitment to service and community.Outside of academia, Greg enjoys outdoor activities, tackling DIY home improvement projects, and hunting for unbeatable sales. His diverse experiences and expertise make him a dynamic contributor to both the academic and professional accounting communities.LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/gregory-burkeSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, and Rancho Affordable Housing (Proactive). Learn more about advertising with us here to help us Power Up October.Max-Impact Members(We're grateful for every one of these community champions who make this work possible.)Brian Christie, Brainsy | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on October 28, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.SuperCrowdHour, November 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern — Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., will lead a session on “Investing with a Self-Directed IRA.” In this session, Devin will explain how investors can use self-directed IRAs to participate in regulated investment crowdfunding while managing taxes and optimizing returns. He'll break down when this strategy makes sense, how to choose the right custodian, and what fees, rules, and risks to watch for. With his trademark clarity and real-world experience, Devin will help you understand how to balance simplicity with smart tax planning—so you can invest confidently, align your portfolio with your values, and make your money work harder for both impact and income.SuperGreen Live, January 22–24, 2026, livestreaming globally. Organized by Green2Gold and The Super Crowd, Inc., this three-day event will spotlight the intersection of impact crowdfunding, sustainable innovation, and climate solutions. Featuring expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and live pitch sessions, SuperGreen Live brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and activists to explore how capital and climate action can work hand in hand. With global livestreaming, VIP networking opportunities, and exclusive content, this event will empower participants to turn bold ideas into real impact. Don't miss your chance to join tens of thousands of changemakers at the largest virtual sustainability event of the year.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.Impact Accelerator Summit is a live, in-person event taking place in Austin, Texas, from October 23–25, 2025. This exclusive gathering brings together 100 heart-centered, conscious entrepreneurs generating $1M+ in revenue with 20–30 family offices and venture funds actively seeking to invest in world-changing businesses. Referred by Michael Dash, participants can expect an inspiring, high-impact experience focused on capital connection, growth, and global impact.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 10,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

 Shailendra  Jain  | Bret Wheat Endowed Professor at Michael G. Foster School of Business,  Mrs.Shalini  Jain  Associate Professor of Management,Director MBA Program Milgard School of Business, University of WashingtonINTRODUCTION :Shailendra Pratap Jain is Bret Wheat Endowed Professor of Marketing and International Business at the Foster School of Business, University of Washington, Seattle. He has held faculty positions at Indiana University's Kelley School, University of Rochester's Simon School, Cornell University's Johnson School, University of Western Ontario's Ivey School, Cambridge University's Judge School, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, and BITS School of Management, Mumbai. Well-known for his widely published scholarship in consumer psychology, Dr. Jain has extensive publishing and editorial experience in top marketing journals and has won many executive and graduate (MBA) teaching awards. Prior to his academic career, he worked in corporate sales, brand management, and advertising and is associated with several noted marketing campaigns.Shalini Sarin Jain is an Associate Professor of Management and the inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Milgard School of Business, University of Washington, Tacoma. Her research on social issues in management examines business's social, ethical, and stakeholder equity strategies and their implications on financial and social performance. She has published articles on gender representation and compensation parity in top management, corporate response to mandatory CSR regulation, and how system justification beliefs predict observer expectations of transparency, response to and sanction of allegations of sexual misconduct, and choice between sustaining livelihoods or saving lives during COVID. Dr. Jain teaches courses in business and society, ethics, and CSR at the undergraduate and MBA levels and has extensive industry, government, and non-profit experience.

Welcome to the American Railroading Podcast! In this episode our host Don Walsh is joined by guest Eric Starks, Chairman of FTR (Freight Transportation Research Associates). Together they discuss the pending $85 billion dollar Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger, the current status of the U.S. economy, an update on U.S. manufacturing and production including new railcar production, rail traffic, market trends and risks, a forecast for 2026 and much more. We also announce our 2025 Honor our Heroes Award winner! Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and broaden your understanding of American Railroading! You can find this episode and more on the American Railroading Podcast's official website at www.AmericanRailroading.net , and watch our YouTube Channel at the link below. Welcome aboard!KEY POINTS: The American Railroading Podcast remains in the Top 10% of all podcasts globally, now downloaded in 57 countries around the world!The podcast continues to experience incredible growth in downloads and subscribers. Mr. Starks is a graduate of Indiana University and was an Adjunct Lecturer at Indiana University, Kelley School of Business for 4 years, teaching MBA students Transportation and Distribution Strategy, and was instrumental in creating the Indiana University Transportation Board.Eric does a deep-dive into our current U.S. economy and GDP and gives us his opinion on whether or not they are where we expected them to be.Don and Eric discuss Tariffs, what their intended use is by the current administration, and whether or not they are providing the intended results.Eric gives his opinion of the pros and cons of the pending UP and NS merger, and they discuss the recently announced BNSF and CSX partnership.Don and Eric do a thorough review of current rail traffic, velocity, dwell times, commodity and car type trends, and more.You don't want to miss Eric's 2026 forecast!Our 2025 – American Railroading Podcast - Honor our Heroes Award winner is……You'll have to listen to the end of the episode to find out.

Welcome to the European Market Brief, Episode 8! In this episode, we dive into a transatlantic financial showdown, comparing the European and U.S. markets. Join Mark Longo and special guests Russell Rhoads, Christoph Schon, and Zubin Ramdarshan as they explore everything from market concentration and volatility to the surprising resurgence of the European defense sector. Key Discussion Points & Timestamps [00:03:52] - Introducing the Panelists Host Mark Longo, CEO and founder of The Options Insider Radio Network Russell Rhoads, also known as "Dr. VSTOXX," from Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Christoph Schon, Lead Principal at SimCorp Zubin Ramdarshan, Global Co-Head of Derivatives Products and Markets at Deutsche Börse [00:10:07] - The US vs. European Market Structure [00:13:30] - Sector Trading in Europe [00:16:30] - The Small-Cap vs. Large-Cap Debate [00:18:48] - Recent Market Performance [00:23:38] - The Impact of US Headlines on Europe [00:27:10] - The European "Tech" Sector Analogs [00:29:40] - The Role of Earnings Season in Europe [00:32:04] - The Rise of the European Defense Sector [00:36:54] - Final Takeaways [00:41:26] - The Red Phone: Listener Q&A Regarding the Spread between VIX and VSTOXX & Zero-Day Options in Europe Where to Find Our Guests Christoph Schon: Learn more about his research and insights at https://simcorp.com/resources/insights. Zubin Ramdarshan: Connect with Zubin on LinkedIn (Zubin Ramdarshan) or explore product details at Eurex.com. Russell Rhoads: Follow Russell's research and commentary on Twitter: @RussellRhoads.      

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the afternoon of August 8, 2025. The Indiana University Kelley School of business is looking for the next cohort of small-to-mid-size businesses to participate in its Enterprise Corps business accelerator program. Four Indiana TV stations are set to be acquired as part of a $171 million deal. Plus, two Hoosiers receive the state's highest agricultural honor. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

Welcome to another special episode of the Clear Admit MBA Admissions Podcast, recorded live at the Clear Admit MBA Fair at MIT Sloan School of Management in May 2025. In this panel session, "Admissions Tips: What You Say – Goals, Essays & Interviews," we dove into four core components of the MBA application: career goals, application essays, professional recommendations, and the admissions interview. Our expert panel includes Eric Askins, Executive Director of Admission, University of California, Berkeley Haas School of Business; Allison Jamison, Assistant Dean of Admissions, Duke University, Fuqua School of Business; Katya Gonzalez-Willette, Marketing Manager, MBA Admissions, Harvard Business School; and Jim Holmen, Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Indiana University, Kelley School of Business.

In this episode, the boys roll out the red carpet for Ankit Kalda, a finance brainiac from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. They dive into the gig economy's role as a financial lifeboat for laid-off workers, tossing around ideas like Uber drivers dodging debt faster than a bad Tinder date. The crew chews over how gig work reshapes the workforce, with HR folks scrambling to keep up like over-caffeinated squirrels. They also poke at the headaches gig platforms face—think regulatory red tape and automation like Tesla's robotaxis stealing the wheel. Plus, they riff on Uncle Sam's snooping into gig earnings, what Gen Z expects from this hustle-heavy world, and whether the gig economy's future is a shiny utopia or a dystopian dumpster fire. It's a wild ride through jobs, bots, and government plots! Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to the Gig Economy and Its Implications 02:22 - Understanding the Gig Economy as a Buffer 05:04 - The Impact of Gig Work on the Workforce 09:29 - Government Tracking of Gig Work 12:21 - Challenges Faced by Gig Platforms 14:40 - Temporary Solutions vs. Long-Term Viability 17:22 - Expectations of the Next Generation 20:44 - The Role of Regulation in Gig Work 25:11 - Healthcare and Long-Term Costs 28:49 - Future Outlook on the Gig Economy

By Adam Turteltaub Professors Todd Haugh (LinkedIn) and Suneal Bedi (LinkedIn) of the Institute for Corporate Governance & Ethics at the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University recently published a paper: Retheorizing Corporate Compliance. In it they argued strongly that compliance needs to be seen not just as a defense against potential corporate legal liability. It also needs to be recognized as a proactive offensive tool for building market share and competitive advantage. On this podcast they explain that compliance creates numerous non-market strategies for helping the business. For example, organizations with stronger programs can demonstrate to regulators that they would be a good choice to acquire a troubled company. Leading compliance programs can also help to set the standard of practices for their industry, giving their organizations an advantage over those with lagging compliance practices. In sum, by thinking of how compliance can help the business, not just protect it, there are significant opportunities created to grow the business, and change the way people think about compliance. Listen now The Compliance Perspectives Podcast is sponsored by Athennian, a leading provider of entity management and governance software. Get started at www.athennian.com.

Dave Hunsaker is a business professor at Indiana University in the Kelley School of Business where he researches negotiation, teams, and leadership. Dave earned his PhD from the University of Utah and both an MPA and BA from Brigham Young University. In this episode we discuss the following: How impressed I am with Dave and Melissa and their ability to face the uncertainty and challenges of moving to China with five kids, something that the system in China is not designed for. From three-hour entrance exams, two-hour daily commutes, and 16-hour days for their children, I can only imagine how difficult this was. And then of course they faced the risk of being separated from their children if any of them ever tested positive for COVID. And I was especially intrigued by things I learned about China. Getting into a great first grade can be more difficult than getting into college. To reduce the pressure on kindergartners, teaching math was prohibited at schools. But then parents hired tutors to teach math to the kindergartners outside of school, often creating more stress. Many Chinese students are essentially forced to drop out of high school by 9th grade. And Chinese culture doesn't always reward problem solving so much as it rewards following rules. Finally I love the lesson Dave shared about what he learned. It's important to hold off on judgements, because our assumptions about people are often wrong. However, people are generally pretty reasonable once we understand why they're doing what they're doing.   Connect on Social Media: X: https://twitter.com/nate_meikle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natemeikle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_meikle/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@nate.meikle

What separates good leaders from great ones? Mental strength. In this episode of Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder, we're unpacking the psychology of leadership with Scott Mautz—CEO of Profound Performance and author of The Mentally Strong Leader. Scott brings deep insight from his executive tenure at Procter & Gamble and shares how the same mindset tools he used to lead at the highest level can be developed by anyone. You'll learn: Why mental strength—not just technical skills—is what drives results The six "mental muscles" that define today's most effective leaders: Confidence, Boldness, Fortitude, Decision-Making, Goal Focus, and Messaging How to assess your own mental fitness and build the capacity to thrive under pressure This isn't soft skills fluff—it's a hard-edged look at how mental resilience fuels performance, productivity, and purpose. Whether you're leading a team, a company, or just trying to lead yourself more effectively, this conversation delivers actionable strategies that can shift your trajectory. About Scott Mautz: SCOTT MAUTZ, author of THE MENTALLY STRONG LEADER, is the founder and CEO of Profound Performance, a keynote, training, and coaching company. Mautz is a former Procter & Gamble executive who successfully ran four of the company's largest multi-billion dollar businesses, he is also the multi award-winning author of Leading from the Middle, Find the Fire, and Make It Matter.  Scott has been named a “CEO Thought-leader” by The Chief Executives Guild and a "Top 50 Leadership Innovator" by Inc.com, He is faculty on reserve at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business for Executive Education and is a top instructor at LinkedIn Learning. Get your free mental strength assessment here: https://scottmautz.com/mentallystrong/ About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is known as an expert in business valuation and he is the person that business owners and entrepreneurs reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.  Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.    He's on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people's contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company's most valuable asset.” Dave's book, A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors: Things Every Business Owner Should Know, was recognized as a top new release in Business and Valuation and is designed to provide practical insights and tools to help understand what really drives business value, how to prepare for an exit, and just make better decisions. He's also the host of the highly rated Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder business podcast which is enjoyed in more than 100 countries.

Federal and state support for higher education and university policies has come under attack during the second Trump Administration. And for Indiana University students who are participating in the Civic Leaders program, the political landscape is much different now from when they entered college. Watch: How Trump's college crackdown is raising concerns about academic freedom | PBS News HourUniversities and research institutions have had their funding cut or threatened and what is being taught and who is being enrolled have come under scrutiny.At IU, the state barred the university from providing any state funds to support the prestigious Kinsey Institute, which researches sexual behavior.Even how members of IU's Board of Trustees are selected has changed during their time in college. Previously, three of the nine trustees were selected by alumni voting and six were chosen by the governor.Now, because of an amendment to the state budget, the governor has been given control of all nine seats. The ACLU of Indiana has sued to block the takeover of the board, but IU has already canceled an election next month to fill a vacated seat. It's among a number of lawsuits that have been brought against the state and federal governments this year. Most have been against the Trump executive orders or actions by DOGE, which have affected long-standing departments and agencies. Read more: New lawsuit argues Trump and DOGE's government overhaul is unconstitutional On this week's Noon Edition, we'll discuss how the political and economic landscape has shifted and how college students are planning to tackle an uncertain future. Join us on the air by calling 812-855-0811 or toll-free at 1-877-285-9348. You can also send questions for the show to news@indianapublicmedia.org.  You can also record your questions and send them in through email.   Guests Joshua Brinkman, a senior from Carmel studying Law and Public Policy through O'Neill SPEA Paola Vega Yudico, a third-year student in the Kelley School of Business Sophia Grace Hottois, a former White House Intern and Career Services Peer Educator at the O'Neill School  

Mark Cuban was born a serial entrepreneur.  At age 12, he sold trash bags door to door.  By age 16, he had a business selling stamps.  During college at Indiana University, he taught disco lessons at sorority houses and opened a popular bar before he turned 21.  So how does an average kid growing up in Pittsburgh go on to become a self-made billionaire?For some of us, it may be hard to imagine the person that we know today as Mark Cuban quit a job, was fired from another, had a business that closed down because somebody who worked there was on probation for prostitution, and slept on the floor of an apartment for many months after moving to Dallas. But it was these experiences that made Mark the businessman, investor, philanthropist, and billionaire that he is today.  Mark's journey is one of incredibly hard work, determination and perseverance, adapting to change, and learning from failure.In this episode, Randall and Mark talk about challenges on Mark's path to excellence, the role Mark played in the early days of the internet with MicroSolutions, the story behind AudioNet/ Broadcast.com, taking it public, selling it to Yahoo for $5.7 billion, and how he sold his stock in what is considered one of the most brilliant business decisions of all-time.  Randall and Mark also discuss Mark's latest company The Mark Cuban Cost-Plus Drug Company, and his very sage advice for young entrepreneurs.Topics Include:- How his college experience prepared him for success- The lessons about sales Mark learned as a 12-year-old selling trash bags door to door- Why you can learn just as much from the bad companies as the good ones- The interview answer that got him a job with no experience- Mark's brief career as an actor and reading for Stephen Spielberg- Why owning a sports team is unique from owning a business- Mark's powerful Shark Tank episode with Tania Speaks Organic Skincare- The importance of preparation and learning from failure- Mark's thoughts on parenting- How his work-life balance has changed over time- Mark's charitable work through the Mark Cuban Foundation and Fallen Patriots Fund- And other topics…Mark Cuban is a serial entrepreneur, investor, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, and a host of Shark Tank on NBC.  Mark made his initial fortune through the sales of his startups MicroSolutions and Broadcast.com in the 1990s, and he was was ranked #177 on the 2020 Forbes 400 list of the wealthiest residents in the United States.Mark is also the best-selling author of How to Win at the Sport of Business.  Among many ventures, Cuban is also involved in the world of film and television and occasionally appears on popular television shows including Entourage, Dancing with the Stars, and The League.Mark graduated from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University with a degree in management.  He lives with his wife and children in Dallas, Texas.Coaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

In this episode of The First Day from The Fund Raising School, host Bill Stanczykiewicz, Ed.D. sits down with Mark Mayer, Ph.D., clinical associate professor at the Kelley School of Business and former brand manager turned humor scholar, to explore the serious power of being funny in fundraising. Mayer's deep dive into advertising and branding reveals that humor isn't just a crowd-pleaser, it's a message-multiplier. “You don't want it just to be funny,” Mayer notes, “you want it to achieve something, like increasing donations or building trust.” It's not about getting laughs for laughs' sake. It's about crafting meaningful connections, with a wink and a smile. But before you throw on a clown nose at your next gala, hold your horses. Humor, Mayer warns, is a double-edged sword, one that can charm or cut depending on how it's wielded. Missteps in tone can make a joke go from “ha-ha” to “uh-oh” real quick. The key is context. Know your audience, stay far away from controversial topics, and when in doubt, test that punchline on a trusted friend first (ideally one who doesn't control your payroll). And for the love of all that is professional, avoid trying your tight-five comedy routine on donors unless you're sure it won't backfire like a bad dad joke at a funeral. One of Mayer's golden rules? Start with self-deprecating humor. It's safe, it's humanizing, and hey, it's the one place where making yourself the punchline can earn respect instead of ridicule. Mayer uses it all the time in the classroom, poking fun at his age or his bafflement with TikTok reels (Relatable™). It breaks the ice without breaking trust. And if a joke flops? Well, joke about that too. Embrace the awkward, just don't drag anyone else down with you, especially if there's a power dynamic at play. Ultimately, Mayer reminds us that fundraising is about relationships, not transactions. Humor, when used thoughtfully, can transform a sterile donor interaction into a warm, authentic connection. As relationships deepen, shared laughter, even those beloved “inside jokes,” can build the kind of trust that keeps gifts coming year after year. But remember: you're not Dave Chappelle, you're a fundraiser. Keep it light, keep it kind, and keep your mission at the heart of every chuckle. Because when done right, a well-placed joke isn't just funny, it's fundraising gold.

Jill Cress, Chief Marketing and Experience Officer at H&R Block, is a visionary marketer with 30+ years of experience in financial services, media, and tech. She's led brand transformations at PayPal, National Geographic, and MasterCard and now focuses on modernizing H&R Block, enhancing customer experience, and driving growth. Recognized as one of the world's top CMOs, Jill excels at connecting brands with consumers in meaningful ways. About Jill Cress Jill Cress is an innovative marketer and strategist who pushes boundaries as the Chief Marketing and Experience Officer for H&R Block. She leads a dynamic team invested in transforming customer experience, modernizing and infusing its brand into highly relevant channels, and amplifying strategic marketing and communications efforts to deliver growth. For more than 30 years, Cress has honed her skills as a strategic and passionate consumer, B2B marketer, and experience strategist with deep expertise in financial services, media and technology. She has held leadership roles across marketing, general management, product and enterprise strategy at leading Fortune 500 Companies. Prior to H&R Block, Cress served as vice president of brand marketing for PayPal, where she also had responsibility for all Venmo marketing. She was also the chief marketing and communications officer at National Geographic Partners and served for more than 20 years at MasterCard Worldwide. There, she held executive leadership roles in strategy and marketing and served as country general manager for the United Kingdom and Ireland. Cress serves on the boards of the Ad Council and the Wealth Enhancement Group, an independent wealth management firm overseeing more than $96 billion in client assets. She has been recognized for numerous accolades, including Adweek's inaugural Marketing Vanguard list, New York Women in Communications' Matrix Award Honoree, Business Insider's 25 Most Innovative CMOs, Forbes' World's 50 Most Influential CMOs, the CMO Next List, and the Entrepreneurial CMO 50. Cress holds a bachelor's degree from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. She is a self-described “explorer at heart” who loves experiencing new places and brands that connect with consumers in exciting ways. A resident of New York, Cress enjoys spending free time exploring the city and travelling the world with her husband, Todd, and daughter Beatrix. From the Show What brand has made Jill smile recently? Jill shared a recent “morning after the Oscars” smile from McDonald's, when the fast food brand shared what winners like Kieran Culkin might order after their big night. Connect with Jill on LinkedIn and check out the H&R Block website. As We Wrap … Listen and subscribe at  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon/Audible, Google Play, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeart, YouTube, and RSS. Rate and review the show—If you like what you're hearing, be sure to head over to Apple Podcasts and click the 5-star button to rate the show. And, if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review to help others find the show. Did you hear something you liked on this episode or another? Do you have a question you'd like our guests to answer? Let me know on Twitter using the hashtag #OnBrandPodcast and you may just hear your thoughts here on the show. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network.  Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Mark Longo, along with Mark Sebastian of The Option Pit and Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business - Indiana University, discuss market volatility with a focus on VIX products, the significance of recent trades, and broader market movements. The show delves into the peculiar behavior of VIX options, examining notable trades like the April 20 calls and April 20-30 verticals. Listeners are also introduced to the new VYLD product and its performance. A humorous segment highlights contradictory VIX articles from Market Watch. The program concludes with listener questions and forecasts for the following week.   01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 01:51 Market Recap and Volatility Insights 02:31 Special Guests and Announcements 05:02 Volatility Review 06:53 Volatility Trading Strategies 10:40 VIX Futures and Market Predictions 16:49 VIX Options Analysis 21:23 Russell's Weekly Rundown 30:56 Audience Poll: April 2030s vs. Straight 20 Twos 31:08 Market Performance and Audience Preferences 32:12 Contract Activity and Strike Chain Analysis 32:57 VIX Options and Trading Strategies 35:36 Inverse Volatility Products: SVIX and VYLD 41:44 Levered Volatility: UUVIX and UVXY 48:49 Volatility Voicemail: Listener Questions 49:45 Market Watch VIX Nonsense 53:26 Crystal Ball Predictions 56:47 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements  

In this episode, Mark Longo, along with Mark Sebastian of The Option Pit and Russell Rhoads from the Kelley School of Business - Indiana University, discuss market volatility with a focus on VIX products, the significance of recent trades, and broader market movements. The show delves into the peculiar behavior of VIX options, examining notable trades like the April 20 calls and April 20-30 verticals. Listeners are also introduced to the new VYLD product and its performance. A humorous segment highlights contradictory VIX articles from Market Watch. The program concludes with listener questions and forecasts for the following week.   01:05 Welcome to Volatility Views 01:51 Market Recap and Volatility Insights 02:31 Special Guests and Announcements 05:02 Volatility Review 06:53 Volatility Trading Strategies 10:40 VIX Futures and Market Predictions 16:49 VIX Options Analysis 21:23 Russell's Weekly Rundown 30:56 Audience Poll: April 2030s vs. Straight 20 Twos 31:08 Market Performance and Audience Preferences 32:12 Contract Activity and Strike Chain Analysis 32:57 VIX Options and Trading Strategies 35:36 Inverse Volatility Products: SVIX and VYLD 41:44 Levered Volatility: UUVIX and UVXY 48:49 Volatility Voicemail: Listener Questions 49:45 Market Watch VIX Nonsense 53:26 Crystal Ball Predictions 56:47 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements  

Carolyn Goerner shares her journey from a small-town upbringing in California to becoming a respected academic in management and human resources. She discusses her teaching philosophy, emphasizing empathy-based negotiation and the importance of understanding generational differences in the workplace. Carolyn provides valuable insights for young entrepreneurs, highlighting the significance of knowing one's scope and building relationships. She reflects on mentorship's role in her career and concludes with her favorite books that have influenced her personal and professional growth.Carolyn is currently the Faculty Chair of Kelley ExecutiveEducation Programs (KEEP) and the John D. Long Distinguished Fellow for KEEP Leadership at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business in Bloomington.  Since joining the faculty in 2000, she has designed anddelivered a wide variety of courses to executive, graduate, and undergraduate student audiences.  Carolyn is also a LinkedIn Learning author of eleven courses including Women in Leadership, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, DevelopingEmpathy at Work, Gender and Negotiation, Advanced Negotiation Tips, Icebreakers for Groups and Teams, and Presenting Your Best Self at Work. Her courses havebeen viewed by over a million people.Dr. Goerner completed her Ph.D. in Management and HumanResources at Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University.  She also holds a M.A. in Speech Communication from Indiana University and undergraduate degrees in Philosophy and Religion from Kean University in NewJersey.  Prior to graduate school, she was a human resource consultant and trainer for a variety of companies, focusing primarily in health care and professional service companies.  Carolyn has also served as a Director of Executive Education for Kelley, providing consulting and training services to alarge number of clients. Carolyn's research focuses on best practices in mentoring women in the workplace, conflict resolution in public arenas, trust development and AI-powered leadership.  Her current work includes customizing MBA programs, online M.S. degrees, as well as non-credit Executive Education courses.  She is the recipient of numerous teaching awards,including IU's Trustees' Teaching Award and the Alumni Association's Student Choice Award.Get In Touch with Carolyn:https://linktr.ee/drcarolyngoernerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/drcarolyngoerner/https://carolyngoerner.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nR9EJw87H98(one example of videos on Kelley School feed)https://www.instagram.com/drcarolyngoerner/For book recommendations, please visitwww.marcyllecombs.com

On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets Not being able to prep too early for the show as volatility can pop right before the start Volatility dangerously close to the danger zone Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX VIX paper trades Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets Not being able to prep too early for the show as volatility can pop right before the start Volatility dangerously close to the danger zone Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX, and VOLI VIX paper trades Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Scott Nations, Nations Indexes They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX, and VOLI Nations Indexes new subscription services Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Scott Nations, Nations Indexes They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX, and VOLI Nations Indexes new subscription services Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

Join Justin Goodin as he shares his journey from a banking career to becoming a multifamily real estate developer. Discover the complexities of developing Class A mixed-use projects, the advantages of passive income through real estate, and his strategic shift from managing bridge loans in finance to overseeing ground-up development projects across Indiana. So, better dial in! Key Takeaways To Listen For Major upsides of large-scale syndications How ground-up development allows creative control and less competition A crucial strategy for making real estate projects feasible Why effective communication and building trust with local governments are essential Book recommendation for personal and professional development Resources/Links Mentioned In This Episode Stay Sane in an Insane World by Greg Harden | Kindle and Hardcover   Start building generational wealth with Goodin Developments' FREE 7-day email course! Learn to passively invest in real estate development opportunities and take the first steps toward financial freedom. Sign up now at https://goodindevelopment.com/course/. About Justin GoodinJustin Goodin is the founder and CEO of Goodin Development. He graduated from the Kelley School of Business, majoring in finance and supply chain management with a minor in economics. After investing in single-family homes, he discovered a more powerful way to build generational wealth and create time freedom for himself and his family- investing in multifamily apartment buildings. Justin educated himself on the powerful benefits of apartment investing and learned there are far superior ways to invest capital, other than a traditional 401K or relying on the unpredictable stock market. Now, he is passionate about helping others do the same. Connect with Justin Website: Goodin Development | Next Level Financial Modeling LinkedIn: Justin Goodin | Goodin Development Facebook: Goodin Development Instagram: @justin.goodin X: @_JustinGoodin Connect With Us If you're looking to invest your hard-earned money into cash-flowing, value-add assets, reach out to us at https://bobocapitalventures.com/. Follow Keith's social media pages LinkedIn: Keith Borie Investor Club: Secret Passive Cashflow Investors Club Facebook: Keith Borie X: @BoboLlc80554

On this episode Mark is joined by: Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX, VSTOXX, and VOLI January options volume numbers from OCC Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

On this episode Mark is joined by: Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX, VSTOXX, and VOLI January options volume numbers from OCC Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

This is the Women of Influence Podcast Series, delivering next level insights and expertise live from GlobeSt's Multifamily Fall 2024 Event.The Women of Influence Podcast Series is an exclusive mini-series of The Crexi Podcast, an insider's look at all things commercial real estate, produced in collaboration with GlobeSt. The Crexi team visited GlobeSt.'s Multifamily Fall Event in Los Angeles, CA, and recorded interviews from the floor of the conference, highlighting movers and shakers in commercial real estate. The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. The podcast includes interviews with Kitty Wallace, Vice Chair at Colliers, Claire Johnston, CEO of LendLease Americas, Natalie Greenberg, COO of MJW Investments, and Laurie Morphin, Senior Managing Director at NewPoint Real Estate Capital. Each guest shares their journey into commercial real estate, discusses current market trends, the impact of legislation, the influence of technology on the industry, and their predictions for the future. Knowledge, preparation, and adaptability are emphasized as keys to success in the ever-evolving multifamily and commercial real estate sectors. 00:00 Introduction to The Crexi Podcast00:30 Meet Kitty Wallace: Multifamily Real Estate Expert01:22 Kitty Wallace's Career Journey06:37 Insights on Multifamily Market Trends11:21 Advice for Investors and Brokers13:25 Contact Information and Closing Remarks14:08 Introduction to Claire Johnston16:55 Claire Johnston's Background and Career18:29 Future of Multifamily Real Estate20:29 Emerging Trends in Multifamily Investments20:59 Building Sustainable Communities21:28 Connecting with Claire Johnston22:14 Introducing Natalie Greenberg24:19 Natalie's Journey in Real Estate25:33 Current Trends in Multifamily Real Estate28:17 Advancements in Technology in Real Estate30:29 Predictions for the Future32:48 Mentorship and Networking34:09 Introducing Laurie Morfin35:21 Laurie's Career Path37:36 Current Market Insights40:51 How Tech Will Shift the Multifamily Sector42:33 Closing Remarks and Contact Information About the Speakers:Kitty Wallace is Colliers' #1 internationally ranked multifamily broker, with over 800 transactions totaling $3 billion across the Western U.S., particularly in Southern California. Recognized as an industry leader, she has earned multiple accolades, including the Colliers Everest Award every year since 2010 and several other honors. A sought-after expert, Kitty frequently contributes to top publications and speaks at major real estate conferences while actively mentoring and serving on industry boards like USC Lusk Center and the National Multifamily Housing Council.Claire Johnston, CEO of Lendlease Americas, brings over 26 years of experience in real estate and investment management, overseeing all aspects of the company's regional operations. Previously, she led major projects, including Google Development Ventures' master plans in the Bay Area and Lendlease's military housing portfolio of 40,000+ units. A strong advocate for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Claire was named to Globe St. Real Estate Forum's Women of Influence list and recognized by the San Francisco Business Times as one of its Most Influential Women.Natalie Greenberg, Chief Operating Officer at MJW Investments, oversees strategy execution and key business functions, including acquisitions, asset management, and capital markets. Previously, she helped nearly triple Entrada Partners' portfolio as Senior Vice President and held leadership roles at Rexford Industrial, Colony Capital, and Wells Fargo. Active in the industry, she serves as President of the UCLA Real Estate Alumni Group and is a member of ULI's Multifamily Council.Laurie Morfin, Senior Managing Director at NewPoint, specializes in financing solutions for multifamily and commercial real estate investors, leveraging capital from Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA/HUD, and other sources. With over 25 years in commercial real estate finance, she has originated more than $3 billion and previously held leadership roles at Bellwether Enterprise, PGIM Real Estate, Wells Fargo, and Nationwide Insurance. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business.About GlobeSt. Women of Influence: The Women of Influence Conference is an exclusive two-day event that celebrates the women who drive the commercial real estate industry forward. These influential leaders will discuss the critical issues facing CRE now and in the future, what it means to be a woman in business today and how women CRE leaders can uplift and support each other on their journey to the top.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter and enjoy the next podcast delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog. Ready to find your next CRE property? 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On this episode Mark is joined by: Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Scott Nations, Nations Indexes They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX, and VOLI Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

Jed and Mallory welcome a new voice on major choices, Treston, as they discuss how to cope with not meeting the threshold for admission into The Kelley School of Business here at IU Bloomington. This episode breaks down some of the feelings students may be feeling, and help them answer the question of “what do I do now?” Tune in as Jed, Mallory, and Treston help you make the most of the new opportunities available to you. Plus, they welcome Megan Ray, a special guest from Kelley who knows all-too-well how you might be feeling.  

On this episode Mark is joined by: Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Scott Nations, Nations Indexes They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY, VXX, and VOLI Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

On this episode Mark is joined by: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Brian Overby, The Options Playbook They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Whether Russell Rhoads is still doing his "secret" weekend UVIX trade after the 10-1 reverse split Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

On this episode Mark is joined by: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Brian Overby, The Options Playbook They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US Interesting trading activity and developments in VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Whether Russell Rhoads is still doing his "secret" weekend UVIX trade after the 10-1 reverse split Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX And much more...  

In this episode of The Ethics Experts, Nick welcomes Todd Haugh. Todd Haugh is an Associate Professor of Business Law and Ethics and the Arthur M. Weimer Faculty Fellow in Business Law at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business, where he also serves as the Director of the Institute for Corporate Governance. His scholarship focuses on white collar and corporate crime, business and behavioral ethics, and federal sentencing policy. His work has appeared in top law and business journals, including the Northwestern University Law Review, Notre Dame Law Review, Vanderbilt Law Review, and the MIT-Sloan Management Review. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-haugh-811a2137/ Todd's personal website: http://www.businessethicsbound.com/

Gain insights on how to be a mentally strong leader with your host Cathleen and her guest Scott Mautz. Scott is a former Procter & Gamble executive and renowned author, to explore the profound concepts of mental strength and resilience in leadership. Join them as they dissect the tools and strategies outlined in Mautz's latest book The Mentally Strong Leader, offering practical advice on overcoming self-doubt, managing negative emotions, and fostering a culture of authentic leadership. From the significance of self-assessment to the necessity of vulnerability, every minute is packed with actionable insights that can transform your approach to leading with mental prowess. Discover how mentally strong leaders can inspire confidence, drive organisational success, and leave an indelible positive impact on the world around them.   Episode Timeline:  05:32 Balancing authenticity and corporate expectations is challenging. 12:08 Chasing approval distorts identity and fulfillment. 20:38 Great leaders prioritise others over themselves. 26:58 Mental strength involves six key skills: fortitude, confidence, boldness, decision-making, goal focus, and positive messaging. 29:34 Self-regulation is crucial for resilience and confidence. 34:07 Quiz assesses mental strength through honesty. 42:27 Habits bolster confidence and resilience in vulnerability. 48:19 Use the "redirect rhythm" tool to manage emotions during setbacks and maintain effective messaging. 52:42 Mentally strong leadership drives organizational success. 55:58 Maintain supportive habits when confidence weakens.   Key Takeaways: Self-Regulation Is Key: Scott Mautz emphasises that mental strength in leadership hinges on the ability to self-regulate emotions, thoughts, and behaviours, particularly in challenging situations.   Tool for Resilience: Mautz introduces "the 4 lenses of Adversity in Resilience," which includes the "perspective lens" tool, encouraging leaders to broaden their perspective to better understand and meet their resilience needs.   Authenticity Over Approval: Mautz advises leaders to "chase authenticity, not approval," stressing that true mental strength involves being genuine and focusing on personal growth rather than seeking external validation.     ABOUT Scott Mautz Scott is the author of The Mentally Strong Leader and the founder and CEO of Profound Performance™, a keynote, training, and coaching company. Mautz is a former Procter & Gamble executive who successfully ran four of the company's largest multi-billion dollar businesses, he is also the multi award-winning author of Leading from the Middle, Find the Fire, and Make It Matter. Mautz has been named a “CEO Thought-leader” by The Chief Executives Guild and a "Top 50 Leadership Innovator" by Inc.com, He is faculty on reserve at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business for Executive Education and is a top instructor at LinkedIn Learning.    Connect with Scott: Website: www.scottmautz.com.   Social Media Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmautz X: https://x.com/scott_mautz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScottMautzPP/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCESjWJrnWegel9lAlhXDS3A   Connect: 
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On this episode Mark is joined by: Andrew Giovinazzi, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Gary Norden, NN2 Capital They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX,  V-VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and VSTOXX And much more... Brought to you by Eurex and Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk.  Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date.  Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk.  There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. If you are enrolled in our Options Order Flow Rebate Program, The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our Fee Schedule, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions. Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options to learn more. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information.

On this episode Mark is joined by: Mark Sebastian, The Option Pit Russell Rhoads, Kelley School of Business - Indiana University Matt Amberson, Option Research & Technology Services They discuss: The latest in the volatility markets in the US The international volatility market (VSTOXX) Interesting trading activity and developments in VSTOXX, VIX, SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX Options Volume Numbers for November Their Crystal Ball predictions for VIX and VSTOXX And much more... Brought to you by Eurex and Public.com Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk.  Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date.  Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk.  There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. If you are enrolled in our Options Order Flow Rebate Program, The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our Fee Schedule, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions. Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options to learn more. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information.

Going Deeper episodes will be less structured with a more conversational tone. These conversations will focus on interesting people I've come across that share similar values, perspectives and intentions expressed on the Minimalist Moms Podcast.Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Mike Schroder, the founder of Future Fans—a brand focused on helping kids connect with and enjoy sports. Mike's journey started with a simple goal: he wanted to bond with his kids over sports but found that teaching them about football wasn't as easy as he'd hoped. So, he created Future Fans to make learning about sports fun and engaging for kids. In our conversation, Mike opens up about the ups and downs of that journey, the power of intentional parenting, and how sports can bring families closer together. Plus, he shares the unique way Future Fans makes sports education accessible and enjoyable for young learners.Previous Going Deeper Episodes:Building a Business: Navigating Friendship, Challenges & Growth in PodcastingChoosing Quality Over Quantity (In Most Things) Can Improve WellbeingIronman Battling Brain CancerUnschoolingMy Parent is a HoarderLeaving Corporate for a More Intentional CareerAbout Mike |Mike is dad to three young kids living in Columbus, Ohio with his wife Sara. Originally from Cincinnati, Mike is a long time Bengals and Reds fan, as well as the Columbus Crew and Blue Jackets, and Indiana Hoosiers. He has spent over 10 years in management consulting, including five years at McKinsey & Co. He started his career at Target Corp. Mike is a graduate of Indiana University's Kelley School of Business and has an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern.Links Discussed in This Episode |Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with SimplicityWebsiteInstagramwww.futurefans.comEpisode Sponsors |The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal!Enjoy the Podcast?Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less. Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity.Questions |You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, Pinterest or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook.Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you've been struggling with motivation to declutter, I'd love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We'll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact!Our Sponsors:* Check out Gobble: https://gobble.com/MINIMALIST* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Life 360 and use my code MIN for a great deal: www.life360.com* Check out Ritual : https://ritual.com/MINSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

SHAILENDRA PRATAP JAIN, PH.D. is a Bret Wheat Endowed Professor of Marketing and International Business at the Foster School of Business, University of Washington, Seattle. He recently wrote a book with his wife SHALINI SARIN JAIN, PH.D. Associate Professor of Management and the inaugural Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Milgard School of Business, University of Washington, Tacoma.  “Managing Brand Transgressions: 8 Principles to Transform Your Brand”  https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Brand-Transgressions-Principles-Transform/dp/150152108X Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the full episode and other episodes of The Jason Cavness Experience on your favorite platforms. Sponsor The Jason Cavness Experience is sponsored by CavnessHR. CavnessHR provides HR to companies with 49 or fewer people. CavnessHR provides a tech platform that automates HR while providing access to a dedicated HR Business Partner. Dr. Jain's Bio SHAILENDRA PRATAP JAIN, PH.D. is Bret Wheat Endowed Professor of Marketing and International Business at the Foster School of Business, University of Washington, Seattle. He has held faculty positions at Indiana University's Kelley School, University of Rochester's Simon School, Cornell University's Johnson School, University of Western Ontario's Ivey School, Cambridge University's Judge School, Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, and BITS School of Management, Mumbai.  Well-known for his widely published scholarship in consumer psychology, Dr. Jain has extensive publishing and editorial experience in top marketing journals and has won many executive and graduate (MBA) teaching awards. Prior to his academic career, he worked in sales, brand management, and advertising in industry and is associated with several noted marketing campaigns in India.  We talked about the following and other items Introduction and Background of Dr. Jain Educational Background and Comparisons Travel Experiences and Bucket List Destinations Cultural Differences and Historical Context  Indian-Pakistan Relations and Global Alliances Consumer Psychology and Marketing Influences Teaching and Research in Academia Research and Publication Challenges Pros and Cons of Being a Professor  Preparing for a PhD Program The eight principles Managing Brand Transgressions: 8 Principles to Transform Your Brand  Dr. Jain's Social Media Dr. Jain's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shailendra-pratap-jain-4a781118/ Book website: www.brandtransgressions.com Managing Brand Transgressions: 8 Principles to Transform Your Brand https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Brand-Transgressions-Principles-Transform/dp/150152108X Where to purchase the book (individual copies)  Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=managing+brand+transgressions&crid=28RGBV7KPJCUD&sprefi   De Gruyter: https://www.degruyter.com/document/doi/10.1515/9781501517334/html Bulk Orders (Region specific – only for corporations, libraries etc.) De Gruyter: https://www.degruyter.com/publishing/about-us/contact/sales?lang=en

Taris Marie's life took a dramatic turn when she lost her sight, a moment that challenged her deeply and led her to question her purpose. At her lowest point, she found herself asking God for guidance and was inspired by an unexpected answer: to write a book. Despite never having considered this path before, Taris embraced it wholeheartedly, channeling her creative energy into becoming a published author. Her journey from a successful career in fashion to writing women's crime novels is a testament to her resilience and adaptability. Throughout this episode, Taris shares how her faith and newfound creative spirit helped her navigate life's unexpected shifts, ultimately leading her to a fulfilling new chapter.Takeaways:Taris Marie's story highlights the power of resilience and adaptability in the face of unexpected life challenges.Her journey from a successful fashion career to becoming a published author shows the transformative power of creativity.The episode emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life, even when faced with adversity.Taris' experience illustrates how faith and spirituality can provide strength and guidance during difficult times.It is crucial to embrace change and remain open to new opportunities that life may present.Listening to one's inner voice and following unexpected paths can lead to fulfilling and meaningful outcomes.Guest Bio:Tarris Marie is a novelist, screenplay writer, motivational speaker, and actress from Gary, IN. With a degree from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business and a background in journalism from Florida A&M University, Tarris has carved a diverse career path. She resides in Houston, Texas, where she is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and is a devoted mother and wife.Connect with Tarris Marie:WebsiteInstagramTwitterResources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to "The Life Shift" on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Access ad-free episodes released two days early and bonus episodes with past guests through Patreon.https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcastConnect with me:Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcastYouTube: https://bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtubeTwitter: www.twitter.com/thelifeshiftpodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelifeshiftpodcastWebsite: www.thelifeshiftpodcast.comMentioned in this episode:Thank you to Ear Worthy - Ear Worthy...

Scott Mautz shares powerful strategies to stay confident and in control when negativity strikes. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to wisely managed doubt–and confidence 2) The early warning signs of self-acceptance being degraded 3) The three-step solution to reset negative chatter Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep980 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SCOTT — Scott Mautz is a high-octane speaker expert at igniting peak performance and deep employee engagement, motivation, and inspiration. He's a Procter & Gamble veteran who successfully ran several of the company's largest multi-billion dollar businesses, an award-winning/best-selling author, faculty at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business for Executive Education, a popular instructor on LinkedIn Learning where his courses have been taken over 1.5 million times, and a frequent national publication and podcast guest.• Book: The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors • Website: ScottMautz.com. Listeners can get the Mental Strength Self-Assessment for free at ScottMautz.com/mentallystronggift! • Article: “Following the 90:10 Rule Will Make You Noticeably More Self-Confident” — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Website: Unsplash • Book: Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia and Bill Gifford • Book: Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo • Book: The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien • Previous episode: 270: Reclaiming Workplace Inspiration with Scott Mautz • Previous episode: 669: Making More Impact as a Middle Manager with Scott Mautz • Previous episode: 945: How to Master Your Inner World and Flourish During Stress with Mawi AsgedomSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.