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School's back! Get ready for a hilarious and nostalgic chat with the family! WATCH & LISTEN to the full episode. Welcome to the Stay Outta My Fridge podcast, where we dive into the fun, funny, and sometimes chaotic reality of family life! In this special Back to School episode, we're celebrating a major milestone: the first day of fourth grade! Join your host and his daughter, Ila, as they share the real-life excitement and nervous energy of a new school year. You'll get an exclusive, parent-level peek into the fourth grade experience, from the big changes in school routines and the all-important lunch schedules to the unique classroom dynamics of a new grade. This isn't just for parents—it's for anyone who remembers the feeling of a fresh start! But the fun doesn't stop there! Get ready for a dose of pure 90s nostalgia in our hilarious guess the 90s items segment. Will Ila know what a Blockbuster video card or a Tamagotchi is? Tune in to find out! This family-friendly game is guaranteed to bring back memories and spark a few laughs, making it the perfect listen for a car ride or a relaxed evening at home. As the school season kicks into high gear, we're also sharing a crucial parental reminder: stay on top of those household tasks, starting with checking your fridge! It's a lighthearted nudge to keep life organized amidst the busy routine of school drop-offs, sports events, and homework. This episode is a perfect blend of genuine parenting humor, relatable school transitions, and classic 90s fun. It's all about community engagement, connecting with listeners, and sharing the small, joyful moments that make life so rich. Get ready for a new season of relatable rants and hilarious insights from our family to yours!
School's back! Get ready for a hilarious and nostalgic chat with the family! WATCH & LISTEN to the full episode. Welcome to the Stay Outta My Fridge podcast, where we dive into the fun, funny, and sometimes chaotic reality of family life! In this special Back to School episode, we're celebrating a major milestone: the first day of fourth grade! Join your host and his daughter, Ila, as they share the real-life excitement and nervous energy of a new school year. You'll get an exclusive, parent-level peek into the fourth grade experience, from the big changes in school routines and the all-important lunch schedules to the unique classroom dynamics of a new grade. This isn't just for parents—it's for anyone who remembers the feeling of a fresh start! But the fun doesn't stop there! Get ready for a dose of pure 90s nostalgia in our hilarious guess the 90s items segment. Will Ila know what a Blockbuster video card or a Tamagotchi is? Tune in to find out! This family-friendly game is guaranteed to bring back memories and spark a few laughs, making it the perfect listen for a car ride or a relaxed evening at home. As the school season kicks into high gear, we're also sharing a crucial parental reminder: stay on top of those household tasks, starting with checking your fridge! It's a lighthearted nudge to keep life organized amidst the busy routine of school drop-offs, sports events, and homework. This episode is a perfect blend of genuine parenting humor, relatable school transitions, and classic 90s fun. It's all about community engagement, connecting with listeners, and sharing the small, joyful moments that make life so rich. Get ready for a new season of relatable rants and hilarious insights from our family to yours!
Did you know that September is filled with miraculous energy? There are two eclipses happening, beginning with the Full Moon Eclipse on Sept 7th, the day before Mother Mary's birthday! I wanted to know what all this powerful spiritual energy was telling us, so I picked three oracle cards just for YOU to help you understand the healing energy and unexpected blessings that are coming your way! In this episode, I share ALL the holy days and energies of September AND three oracle card messages that explain how the Universe is supporting YOU during this miraculous time! Love these cards? You can find all three decks are listed in the Show Notes. PS - To register for the Full Moon Eclipse Healing Activation on Sept 7th at 1:30 pm ET, click here! Key Learnings: 1) Eclipses bring a time of sudden changes. This can manifest as an insight, or a door of opportunity opening. Mother Mary advises us to see this as a time of unexpected blessings! 2) The first card I pulled is from the Oracle of the Unicorns deck by Cordelia Francesca Brabbs. The card is Leadership! The message is simple and direct- ‘Step into your leadership, share your message and inspire and empower others!' 3) The second card from the Sacred Travelers deck by Denise Linn is Stepping into Power- this message is about taking back your power and walking your own path, which echoes the first card's message of leadership 4) The third card is from the Archangel Oracle deck by Diana Cooper and is Archangel Christine. She is your companion angel this month and invites you to accept and receive the Christ Light, and to act with wisdom and loving compassion. All three cards are inviting you to step up, follow your own path, inspire others and spread your light! “The eclipses of September invite you to heal your life by owning your power.” Click here to register for the Full Moon Eclipse Healing Activation on Sept 7th at 1:30 pm ET Click here to purchase the Oracle of the Unicorns deck Click here to purchase the Sacred Traveler Oracle deck Click here to purchase the Archangel Oracle cards Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
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In this episode of Daily Creative, we dive deep into the concept of doubt as a catalyst for creativity, innovation, and effective leadership. We explore a real-world story where doubt reshaped a project and led to a superior outcome, challenging our culture's bias toward certainty and snap answers. Our guest, Dr. Bobby Parmar, author of Radical Doubt and professor at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business, unpacks the neuroscience and psychology behind how we process uncertainty—and why embracing doubt can be a superpower for leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators navigating complexity.Together, we examine why most of us conflate intelligence with having the “right” answer, how our brains use doubt to signal that there's more to learn, and why organizations need to shift from rewarding certainty to cultivating a culture of inquiry. Dr. Parmar breaks down the brain's “trio” of systems—pursue, protect, and pause/piece together—and shows how effective decision-making requires moving beyond tunnel vision and quick fixes.We also discuss practical tools for reframing doubt, including leveraging four essential “lenses” (principles, consequences, character, and relationships) when making decisions. Through tangible examples and research insight, we reveal how the most creative and resilient outcomes often emerge when we pause, invite challenging perspectives, and courageously sit with uncertainty.Key Learnings from This Episode:Doubt as a Doorway: Doubt isn't a weakness to hide—it's a signal that more learning and better answers are possible. When handled well, doubt expands possibilities instead of narrowing them.The Brain's Trio: Our brains switch between pursue (seeking reward), protect (avoiding risk), and pause/piece together (slowing down to learn) systems. Engaging the “pause” system is critical for creativity and wise choices.Four Moral Lenses: Effective decision-making requires balancing principles, consequences, character, and relationships—especially in complex or ambiguous situations. Relying on just one lens can create blind spots.Short-term vs. Long-term Thinking: Focusing only on immediate certainty often undermines long-term value and opportunity. Doubt helps us reframe decisions within a broader context, allowing for patience and creativity.Culture of Inquiry: The best leaders foster environments where questioning assumptions is safe and expected. Encouraging dialogue around uncertainty leads to stronger teams and more innovative solutions.Get full interviews and bonus content for free! Just join the list at DailyCreativePlus.com.Mentioned in this episode:The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.
CX Goalkeeper - Customer Experience, Business Transformation & Leadership
Sam Stern shares his unique perspective on bridging strategic insights with practical execution. He dives deep into the nuances of translating feedback into internal improvements at LinkedIn, highlighting the value of member voices in shaping user-centric solutions. Sam underscores the importance of emotional memory in customer experience design, emphasizing that people remember how moments felt more than they recall the details. Drawing inspiration from psychological principles like the Peak-End Rule, he illustrates how LinkedIn designs experiences that create memorable moments during major career milestones—such as job changes or layoffs—strengthening user engagement and loyalty. Sam also shares how service design has enabled closer collaboration with product teams, allowing for a more systemic impact on the user journey. Another key topic discussed is the evolving role of AI in customer experience. Sam foresees a future where AI agents become integral collaborators, requiring human oversight and ethical consideration. He advocates for creating seamless, emotionally resonant experiences by blending technology with thoughtful design. Throughout the conversation, he stresses the critical need to speak the language of stakeholders internally to drive alignment and sustainable change—an often-overlooked element in transformation efforts. The Top 3 Key Learnings 1. Design for Memory, Not Just Interaction: Customers don't remember every moment—they remember how the experience made them feel. Designing for emotional peaks during key life events (like job transitions) creates lasting loyalty. 2. Speak the Language of Your Stakeholders: Internal success depends on your ability to frame CX improvements in terms others care about. Building trust and using stakeholder-relevant language is essential to gain traction. 3. Service Design Enables Systemic Impact: By combining CX principles with service design tools like journey maps and blueprints, teams can align better with product and operational functions to deliver holistic, integrated solutions. About Sam Stern Currently, Sam leads the Service Design team at LinkedIn, responsible for creating delightful experiences for the platform's 1 billion members and customers. He has also created 3 LinkedIn Learning courses on Customer experience enjoyed by more than 100,000 learners to date. Sam has his own podcast, CX Patterns, which you can find on any of your favorite podcast hosting platforms. Previously, Sam started a customer experience team for the sneaker company New Balance, and before that was a CX analyst at Forrester Research, covering customer-centric culture, employee experience, and CX governance, and working with past CX Goalkeeper guests like Maxie Schmidt, Bruce Temkin and Natalie Petouhoff. Resources LinkedIn: https://www.samsterncx.com/ https://www.samsterncx.com/ Please, hit the follow button: Apple Podcast: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/apple Spotify: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/spotify We'd love to hear your thoughts — leave a comment and share your feedback! Follow Gregorio Uglioni on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorio-uglioni/ About Gregorio Uglioni: Transforming Business Into Value Generating Engines - Creating Long-Lasting Impact Leveraging Customer Experience - Host Of The Globally Recognized CX Goalkeeper Podcast “Customer Experience Goals” - Speaker at global events & at podcasts - Judge at International Awards - CX Lecturer for several institutions Listen to more podcasts on The Agile Brand network here: https://agilebrandguide.com/the-agile-brand-podcasts/
Do you have questions about manifesting more money, paying off debt, or what might be ‘blocking' your money manifestations? In this ‘Ask Me Anything' episode, I answer questions from listeners just like you, who have questions about money and manifestation. For example, “How can I manifest paying off debt, especially after using manifestation methods that have yet to show results?” and other questions that YOU might have too! Of course the best way to get to the root of ANY manifestation issue is to schedule an Intuitive Energy Breakthrough Session with me! PS- if YOU want to ask a question for a future episode, go to https://francesfayden.com/question and leave me a voice message with your question! Key Learnings: 1) Question one: “How can I manifest paying off debt, especially after using manifestation methods that have yet to show results?” Answer: Paying off debt is actually the ‘how.' Stay focused on the ‘what' which is being financially free or having a million dollars in savings and investments. The more you focus on the debt, the more it will stick around. Use the ‘Core Four' practices in the Magnify Your Miracles Journal every day to help you do this. 2) Question two: “What could be blocking my money manifestation?” Answer: Let go of the idea of having a block with money. Instead, ask “what part of me doesn't feel safe receiving more money?” Or ‘why am I choosing to experience this?' A good practice to do to receive more money is forgiveness. The Universe is always mirroring our energy, so if we are withholding energy but not forgiving, the Universe withholds from us too. Forgive freely and be open to receive abundance. 3) Money is connected to the second chakra, the sacral chakra. The big issues with this chakra are emotions, relationships and creativity. If you are experiencing challenges with manifesting money, practice feeling good every day. Raise your vibration by raising your emotional frequency. Tend to any relationships that don't feel good to you, as that can be the biggest issue with manifesting and receiving money. “If you are experiencing money challenges, forgive everyone and everything ASAP!” Click here to schedule your Intuitive Energy Breakthrough Session Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership Ready to walk the path of miracles? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
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In this episode of OpenTechTalks.tv, we dive into the intricate world of conversational AI with Yam, the founder of Parland. Discover the challenges of managing complexity and uncertainty in AI systems, and explore the opportunities that arise with the advent of GPT-4 and beyond. Yam shares insights on the importance of control in AI development, the role of subjectivity in conversation design, and the potential pitfalls of overhyped expectations. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of AI and its impact on the tech industry. Sound Bites "I wanted to start my own company at that point." "How can we introduce more control into GenAI?" "We felt that things were really overhyped." Episode # 163 Today's Guest: Yam Marcovitz, Co-founder and CEO of Parlant Yam Marcovitz is the co-founder and CEO of Parlant, an open-source platform that assists enterprises in building reliable, compliant, and predictable AI agents for customer experience. Website: Parlant What Listeners Will Learn: A journey from coder to entrepreneur highlights the evolution of AI. The challenges in programming languages stem from subjective decision-making. Control in generative AI is crucial for building reliable systems. Conversational design must consider real user behavior and preferences. Market research is essential for understanding user needs in AI. Open-source frameworks should focus on specific use cases for better utility. Managing complexity in AI conversations requires a clear separation of concerns. Mistakes in AI can have significant implications, not just in terms of frequency. New developers should seek mentorship and avoid hype-driven decisions. Understanding the landscape of AI requires practical experience and community engagement. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jam and His Journey 02:34 The Genesis of Parland and GPT-4 Influence 05:13 Challenges in Programming Language Design 07:59 Exploring Control in Generative AI Systems 10:39 Conversations and User Experience in AI 13:26 Building a Powerful Open Source Engine 14:57 Building Efficient AI Agents 15:53 Challenges in Complex AI Interactions 18:09 Managing AI Safety and Control 21:10 Key Learnings for AI Project Development 22:08 Understanding Uncertainty in AI Development 25:26 Addressing Hallucinations in AI Systems 27:24 Navigating the Learning Journey in AI Development
In dieser Folge wird Recruiting nicht nur besprochen – es wird gespielt! Zu Gast sind Christiane Warmuth und Madeleine Kern, die ein klassisches Recruiting-Szenario als Rollenspiel auf die Bühne gebracht haben: Eine junge Abteilungsleiterin trifft auf eine Recruiterin – und gemeinsam durchlaufen sie, wie der Auswahlprozess in der Realität oft abläuft.Doch damit nicht genug: Nach dem Rollenspiel teilen die beiden ihre Key-Learnings, die zeigen, worauf es im Recruiting wirklich ankommt.Darüber sprechen wir konkret:Transparente Prozesse & Commitment: Warum Recruiting nur funktioniert, wenn alle Beteiligten – vor allem Führungskräfte – ihre Verantwortung kennen und den Prozess aktiv mittragen.Klarheit über Anforderungen: Wie wichtig es ist, vorab zu definieren, welche Kompetenzen, Erfahrungen und Kenntnisse wirklich gebraucht werden – und wie sich daraus gezielt Interviewfragen ableiten lassen.Vergleichbarkeit schaffen & Vorurteile minimieren: Wie man den Auswahlprozess so gestaltet, dass Kandidat:innen fair bewertet werden und Bauchgefühl weniger Raum bekommt.Kommunikation & Einbindung: Wer muss alles in den Prozess involviert werden? Und welche Rolle kann das Team bei der Personalauswahl spielen?Recruiting im Nugget-Format: Warum das Rollenspiel + Analyse eine erfrischend andere Perspektive auf typische Recruiting-Herausforderungen bietet.Diese Episode liefert praktische Tipps und ehrliche Einblicke, wie Recruitingprozesse strukturierter, fairer und erfolgreicher gestaltet werden können.Jetzt reinhören & Recruiting neu denken!Und hier ist der Kontakt zu Christiane: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiane-warmuth-00375179/Und hier ist der Kontakt zu Madeleine: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeleine-kern/
Achtung (Werbung in eigener Sache): Jetzt mein neues Buch (in Co-Produktion mit Prof. Dr. Johanna Bath): "Die perfekte Employee Journey & Experience" vorbestellen (Lieferung im Oktober 2025): Springer: https://link.springer.com/book/9783662714195 Amazon: https://bit.ly/44aajaP Thalia: https://www.thalia.de/shop/home/artikeldetails/A1074960417 Dieses Fachbuch stellt die wichtigsten Elemente der Employee Journey vor – vom Pre-Boarding bis zum Offboarding – und erläutert, wie Verantwortliche in Unternehmen eine gelungene Employee Experience realisieren und nachhaltig verankern können. Themen Mit meinen Gästen im zweiten Quartal 2025 habe ich zu interessanten Themen gesprochen. Wie immer habe ich die Folgen, die das größte Interesse bei den Hörer:innen generierten, in dieser Key Learningsfolge 415 nochmals für Euch aufbereitet. Inhaltlich ging es um HR-Tech, Jobsharing und Employee Journey sowie Arbeitgeberattraktivität für Auszubildende. Alle meine Key Learnings und wichtigsten Erkenntnisse aus diesen Gesprächen hört ihr in dieser Folge. Viel Spaß beim Reinhören und beim Wissensaufbau!
Achtung (Werbung in eigener Sache): Jetzt mein neues Buch (in Co-Produktion mit Prof. Dr. Johanna Bath): "Die perfekte Employee Journey & Experience" vorbestellen (Lieferung im Oktober 2025): Springer: https://link.springer.com/book/9783662714195 Amazon: https://bit.ly/44aajaP Thalia: https://www.thalia.de/shop/home/artikeldetails/A1074960417 Dieses Fachbuch stellt die wichtigsten Elemente der Employee Journey vor – vom Pre-Boarding bis zum Offboarding – und erläutert, wie Verantwortliche in Unternehmen eine gelungene Employee Experience realisieren und nachhaltig verankern können. Themen Mit meinen Gästen im zweiten Quartal 2025 habe ich zu interessanten Themen gesprochen. Wie immer habe ich die Folgen, die das größte Interesse bei den Hörer:innen generierten, in dieser Key Learningsfolge 415 nochmals für Euch aufbereitet. Inhaltlich ging es um HR-Tech, Jobsharing und Employee Journey sowie Arbeitgeberattraktivität für Auszubildende. Alle meine Key Learnings und wichtigsten Erkenntnisse aus diesen Gesprächen hört ihr in dieser Folge. Viel Spaß beim Reinhören und beim Wissensaufbau!
CX Goalkeeper - Customer Experience, Business Transformation & Leadership
How do you build customer experience (CX) that truly matters? Start by winning inside—through employee experience (EX). In this episode, Francesca Di Meglio reveals how human connections, trust, and empathy fuel transformation in both HR and CX. It's a masterclass in real leadership in the age of AI. The Top 3 Key Learnings 1. EX is the foundation of CX — Happy, trusted employees create better customer outcomes. The inside always reflects outside. 2. Trust and flexibility drive performance — Remote work isn't the enemy. When employees feel trusted and supported, they deliver more. 3. Relationships are your new currency — In a world shaped by AI, human connection is what sets you apart. About Francesca Di Meglio Francesca Di Meglio is a veteran writer, reporter and editor. Currently, she is the editor of HR Exchange Network and CX Network and a producer at PEX Network, all part of IQPC Digital. In 2024, she won the Innovator of the Year award from IQPC Digital for her work in building community roundtable and breakout sessions. Earlier in her career, for nearly a decade, she worked for the award-winning business schools rankings team at Bloomberg Businessweek. She has written the book Fun with the Family New Jersey (Globe Pequot Press, 2012). Resources CX Network : https://www.cxnetwork.com/ https://www.cxnetwork.com/ Please, hit the follow button: Apple Podcast: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/apple Spotify: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/spotify We'd love to hear your thoughts — leave a comment and share your feedback! Follow Gregorio Uglioni on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorio-uglioni/ About Gregorio Uglioni: Transforming Business Into Value Generating Engines - Creating Long-Lasting Impact Leveraging Customer Experience - Host Of The Globally Recognized CX Goalkeeper Podcast “Customer Experience Goals” - Speaker at global events & at podcasts - Judge at International Awards - CX Lecturer for several institutions Listen to more podcasts on The Agile Brand network here: https://agilebrandguide.com/the-agile-brand-podcasts/
SaaStr 815: Redpoint Ventures Playbook: How Top VCs Are Really Investing in AI with Jacob Effron, Managing Director of Redpoint Ventures Jacob Effron, Managing Director at RedPoint, discusses the state of AI investing and the rapid advancements in AI technology. He highlights the significant decrease in model costs, increased AI capabilities in applications like coding, voice models, and customer support, and the rapid scaling of AI startups. Jacob also talks about how venture capital strategies have shifted, with a focus on AI-driven end-use cases and quality. He outlines a three-part investment framework focused on identifying effective AI applications and the potential for future expansion. Effron shares insights on successful AI companies like Abridge and Lara, emphasizing their high-quality products and rapid market adaptation. He concludes by noting the importance of brand building, velocity in product development, and the evolving landscape of AI investments. 00:00 Introduction and Speaker Background 00:25 Current Trends in AI and Model Costs 01:30 Implications for AI Application Companies 05:06 Challenges in the AI Investment Landscape 09:07 Effective AI Application Companies 10:59 Investment Framework for AI Companies 15:14 Case Studies: Abridge and Lara 21:38 Key Learnings and Final Thoughts 23:38 Q&A Session
In episode 498 psychotherapist Jonny Say interviews Stuart. Stuart is the host and founder of The OCD Stories podcast. Stuart is a psychotherapist, and co-founder of The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. In the build up to episode 500 Jonny interviews me (Stuart), we discuss the history of the podcast and some of my personal history, how the podcast helped me in the early days and which topics or guests helped in particular, and then how the podcast has helped me as a therapist, the evolution of the podcast, and much more. Hope it helps. Show notes: https://theocdstories.com/episode/stuart-498 The podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, convenient therapy available in the US and outside the US. To find out more about NOCD, their therapy plans and if they currently take your insurance head over to https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories Join many other listeners getting our weekly emails. Never miss a podcast episode or update: https://theocdstories.com/newsletter Thanks to all our patrons for supporting our work. To sign up to our Patreon and to check out the benefits you'll receive as a Patron, visit: https://www.patreon.com/theocdstoriespodcast A live training by Dr Phillipson for therapists: https://www.integrativecentreforocd.co.uk/live-trainings-therapists/phillipson
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Do you remember the story of the Transfiguration from the New Testament? That was when Jesus became His Light body AND allowed it to be witnessed by some of his closest disciples. I believe He did this to show us that we, too, are pure LIGHT! In this episode, I share a powerful guided meditation to help you experience yourself as LIGHT, and to help you deepen your experience of Inner Peace! Once you are in this space of inner peace, manifestation becomes effortless. I won't tell you much more than that because I want you to experience this meditation for yourself. Please let me know how it made you feel. PS – for an even deeper experience, join me for the 8/8 Lions Gate Heart's Desire Activation! Key Learnings: 1) August 6th is the day we remember Jesus' Transfiguration. This is the day He became His LIGHT body and made it visible to some of his disciples. I believe He did this to show us the truth of OUR being, that we are LIGHT! 2) In this meditation, I guide you to experience yourself as LIGHT, which is the true essence! Once you are in this space of Oneness with your LIGHT essence, you can draw to you anything you need. 3) Come to this meditation again and again, whenever you want to experience your Oneness with Light. You can also use this meditation to get you into the space of inner peace, which opens the door to magnify your miracles! “When you experience yourself as LIGHT, manifestation becomes effortless.” Ready to work with a coach to manifest your dreams? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
This week on Revenue Rehab, Brandi Starr is joined by Lorraine Ball, an accomplished entrepreneur and marketing leader. Together, they break down how Lorraine transformed a marketing department plagued by constant resignations and instability into a high-performing, fully retained team. They discuss Lorraine's decisive strategies, including team realignment, personalized work scheduling, and proactive leadership that delivered measurable savings and capacity gains. If you're looking for actionable ways to create aligned, resilient revenue teams, this episode is for you. Revenue leaders who've been in the trenches share how they tackled real challenges—what worked, what didn't, and what you can apply to your own strategy. These episodes go beyond theory, breaking down real-world implementation stories with concrete examples, step-by-step insights, and measurable outcomes. Bullet Points of Key Topics + Chapter Markers: Topic #1: Diagnosing and Addressing Team Turnover Crisis [03:40] Lorraine Ball shares how she inherited a department where “one person a week at least was quitting,” creating massive instability and high recruiting costs. She quickly identified the root cause as a culture treating employees as interchangeable parts. Lorraine's first step was to get to know individual team members and match roles to their strengths, directly tackling the source of ongoing resignations. Topic #2: Implementing Flexible Work Structures for Creatives [09:29] Recognizing that rigid schedules were a poor fit for her creative team, Lorraine sat down with groups and asked, “If you could set your working hours… tell me what works for you.” By introducing customized schedules based on team input, she increased productivity and morale while extending team coverage. Within 12 weeks, this shift played a decisive role in eliminating turnover and stabilizing departmental output. Topic #3: Achieving Tangible Financial and Operational Gains [20:17] Lorraine outlines clear metrics from her changes, noting, “We were probably spending about $10,000 a month on recruiting fees. So right off the bat, we were saving $100,000.” She further highlights how retention enabled the team to reduce marketing backorders from 300 to zero and freed up capacity to find new revenue opportunities, connecting people-focused change with direct business results. Key Learning or Action Item If you had it to do all over again, what's one thing you'd do differently? Lorraine said she would have involved her senior team leaders more in the beginning instead of tackling everything on her own. By engaging them earlier, she believes they could have solved problems and moved through challenges faster. The Big Win By rebuilding team structure and culture, Lorraine Ball reduced marketing department turnover from 100 percent annually to zero for 18 months, saving over $100K in recruiting costs and creating a team so efficient they had surplus capacity. Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorraineball/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themtfwpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MTFWpodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MTFWPodcast Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Lorraine-Ball/author/B0C1J55B3H Website: https://morethanafewwords.com/ Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live.
We continue our intern discussions, this time with the interns from STgenetics® Canada. Mckenna Stephens, Louis-Philip Dionne, Rose Noiseux and Taylor Dekker join us to share their experiences and what they learned over their time with the sales, Farmfit® and Genetic Visions-ST™ teams in Canada. From the impact of genomic testing to the importance of embracing new technology, this episode dives deep into the evolving landscape of the dairy industry.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions00:45 Internship Roles and Responsibilities03:56 Motivations for Joining STgenetics® Canada06:44 Key Learnings and Experiences12:27 Perceptions of the Dairy Industry22:08 Advice for Future Interns24:57 Conclusion and Farewell
CX Goalkeeper - Customer Experience, Business Transformation & Leadership
In this episode, we explore the truth behind real transformation with Bernd Ziethen, an experienced CEO, HR consultant, and headhunter. Bernd shares that while technology is advancing fast — especially with AI — true business success depends on leadership, culture, and human connection. He explains that even the best tech tools will fail without strong people and trust behind them. Bernd draws a powerful parallel between business transformation and mergers, where up to 70% fail due to cultural misalignment. He stresses that transformation is not just about strategy or tech—it's about how leaders engage people through empathy, honesty, and listening. He explains that leadership today means being open, embracing rapid change, and genuinely liking people. “To lead others,” Bernd says, “you must first like yourself.” He also shares behind-the-scenes tips from his experience as a top-level headhunter. Cultural fit, he emphasizes, can't be measured only with numbers. It requires emotional intelligence, deep listening, and understanding personal goals. His approach to hiring goes beyond resumes—he spends time understanding if a leader aligns with company values and if both sides are willing to invest in the relationship. The Top 3 Key Learnings 1. People Are the Core of Transformation: Technology is a tool, but success depends on building trust and leading with empathy. 2. Leadership Is Listening: Today's leaders must be open-minded, self-aware, and comfortable not having all the answers. 3. Cultural Fit Drives Success: In hiring and transformation, matching values and communication styles is critical — not just hard skills. About Bernd Ziethen As a Leadership Architect, Bernd combines executive mentoring and executive search – practice-oriented, analytically sound, and backed by deep industry expertise. He supports leaders in their personal development – and help companies find exactly these kinds of leaders. With compelling direct outreach and an honest message. As a senior executive search consultant, he supports managers in their personal growth and companies in filling key positions with precision. With 30 years of industry experience, sound diagnostics, and clear direct outreach, Bernd brings together what truly drives impact: Leadership that enables transformation. Resources Bernd Ziethen - Management Minder: https://www.management-minder.com/en https://www.management-minder.com/en Please, hit the follow button: Apple Podcast: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/apple Spotify: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/spotify We'd love to hear your thoughts — leave a comment and share your feedback! Follow Gregorio Uglioni on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorio-uglioni/ About Gregorio Uglioni: Transforming Business Into Value Generating Engines - Creating Long-Lasting Impact Leveraging Customer Experience - Host Of The Globally Recognized CX Goalkeeper Podcast “Customer Experience Goals” - Speaker at global events & at podcasts - Judge at International Awards - CX Lecturer for several institutions Listen to more podcasts on The Agile Brand network here: https://agilebrandguide.com/the-agile-brand-podcasts/
The Lions Gate portal is OPEN! Every year from July 26th through August 13th the Lions Gate portal opens and powerful spiritual energy pours into the Earth. How can you receive this miraculous energy and utilize it for YOUR heart's desires? In this episode, I share the metaphysical meaning of the Lions Gate and how YOU can work with powerful time for MANIFESTING your heart's desire! I will also share an oracle card reading that confirms this message and how the entire Universe is supporting you! Ps- If you wish to participate in the 8/8 Lions Gate Heart's Desire Activation, click here Key Learnings: 1) Every year we experience a powerful influx of light and energy known as the Lions Gate. The star Sirius becomes visible and pours spiritual blessings into the earth. For those who are awake and aware, this can be a huge boost of energy for manifestation! 2) This powerful time leads up to Mother Mary's Assumption, the time when She overcame all earthly limitations and stepped into Her Light body. It is a powerful process that She wants to guide all of us to do, and She will be doing that in this month's member calls in Magnify Your Miracles Membership 3) The card I pulled from the Mother Mary Oracle is Our Lady of the Inner Gate! The message of this card is “We are being initiated into the power of our own hearts.” How perfect is that? What is YOUR deepest heart's desire? And will you say yes? That is what opens the door to transformation. “Will you say yes to your deepest heart's desire? Everything changes when you do.” Click here to register for the 8/8 Lions Gate Heart's Desire Activation Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles membership Click here to purchase the Mother Mary Oracle deck by Alana Fairchild If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
Is there a simple way to magnify the miracles in your life? The simplest way I know is to begin saying NO to the things you do not want to experience! My spiritual teacher, the late Rev. Ann Jefferson, taught me the spiritual healing power of saying NO to circumstances that do not align with health, wealth, and happiness. I am SO grateful that she did because I have been able to experience so many miracles in my life through this simple technique. In this episode, I share exactly how YOU can begin to say NO to lack, illness, loneliness and anything else that is NOT aligned with your miracle! The two-letter word NO has so much healing power! Will you begin using it to magnify YOUR miracles? Leave me a comment and let me know! Ps- If you want a coach who can help you apply this teaching to any area of your life, Click here to set up a Miracle Meeting with me! Key Learnings: 1) The word NO has great healing power! Whenever something appears in your life that you do not wish to experience, immediately say NO to it, either mentally or aloud. When we experience something like an unexpected bill and immediately begin to worry, we are saying YES to that experience without knowing it! 2) Your subconscious mind cannot filter out information, that is the job of the conscious mind. When you see an ad for an illness or hear bad news about the economy, immediately say CANCEL, NOT TRUE FOR ME! This cancels that negative thought from being planted in your subconscious mind. 3) Saying no can feel hard, especially for women who were raised to be polite and to make others comfortable. But you don't have to say anything to anyone else, only yourself. Begin the practice of saying NO and CANCEL to yourself and watch the miracles unfold. And if you want to apply this to your goals and dreams, and start manifesting a miraculous life, schedule a Miracle Meeting with me! “When you hear ‘bad news' immediately say ‘Cancel! Not true for me!” Click here to purchase The Dynamic Laws of Healing by Catherine Ponder Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership Ready to walk the path of miracles? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
This week on Swimming with Allocators, Earnest and Alexa welcome Jon Wolkin, Managing Director of Deloitte Ventures. Jon shares his journey from investment banking to corporate venture, highlighting Deloitte's $150 million fund strategy that balances direct and fund investments across key technology verticals like AI, future of work, and health tech. The discussion reveals critical insights into corporate venture capital, emphasizing the importance of having a clear "North Star" strategy, understanding long-term value creation, and navigating the complex ecosystem of innovation. Key takeaways include the need for corporations to move quickly, provide strategic value beyond capital, and remain adaptable in a rapidly changing technological landscape. Jon also provides unique perspectives on the Canadian venture ecosystem, noting its potential in emerging technologies and the relatively low corporate venture participation compared to the US market. Don't miss this in-depth discussion.Highlights from this week's conversation include:Jon's Career Journey (1:18)Transition to Corporate Venture and Deloitte (3:19)Strategic vs. Financial Objectives in CVC (4:39)Long-term vs. Short-term Goals in Venture (7:15)Challenges of Launching a Venture Arm in a Partnership (9:11)Direct vs. Fund Investing Strategy (11:53)Fund Selection and Ecosystem Engagement (13:20)Alignment of Direct and Fund Investment Verticals (17:29)Corporate VC Activity in Downturns (22:56)Misconceptions About Corporate Venture Groups (25:21)Advice for Emerging Managers Working with Corporates (27:59)Key Learnings and Reflections at Deloitte Ventures (30:11)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (32:20)Deloitte Ventures Canada is a $150M corporate venture capital fund investing in Series A and B companies across fintech, cyber, climate, data/AI, and work tech. With a dual mandate of direct investments and fund investments, Deloitte Ventures is strategically positioned to support innovation while delivering financial and strategic value. Learn more at www.deloitte.ca.Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank, is the bank of the world's most innovative companies and investors. SVB provides commercial and private banking to individuals and companies in the technology, life science and healthcare, private equity, venture capital and premium wine industries. SVB operates in centers of innovation throughout the United States, serving the unique needs of its dynamic clients with deep sector expertise, insights and connections. SVB's parent company, First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA), is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets. First Citizens Bank, Member FDIC. Learn more at svb.com.Swimming with Allocators is a podcast that dives into the intriguing world of Venture Capital from an LP (Limited Partner) perspective. Hosts Alexa Binns and Earnest Sweat are seasoned professionals who have donned various hats in the VC ecosystem. Each episode, we explore where the future opportunities lie in the VC landscape with insights from top LPs on their investment strategies and industry experts shedding light on emerging trends and technologies. The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only.
In this episode of Daily Creative, we dig into the origins and unexpected global impact of the “like button” with business thinker and strategist Martin Reeves, co-author of Like: The Button That Changed the World. Together, we uncover not just the technical and historical story behind one of the internet's most recognizable icons, but also how something so small has fundamentally rewired our ideas about validation, success, identity, and creativity.We explore the messy, iterative invention process behind the like button, dispelling the myth of the “lone genius” and highlighting the chain of small, serendipitous problem-solving moments that led to its creation. Through Martin's research and stories—ranging from ancient Roman gestures to the algorithmic engines of the digital age—we examine how cultural symbols embed themselves in new technologies, how our need for validation can become a trap, and why creative leaders must be wary of chasing applause over substance.Finally, we reflect on how the very tools we invent end up shaping us, for better or worse, and what that means for our own creative paths today, especially as technologies like AI quickly raise similar questions about identity, taste, and agency.Key Learnings from This Episode:External Validation vs. Inner Conviction: When we start creating primarily for immediate recognition and “likes,” we risk losing sight of our core values and true creative voice.Messy Invention, Not Lone Genius: The like button didn't come from a single visionary, but from a series of iterative solutions and small tactical problems—reminding us that progress often happens in unexpected, collaborative ways.Cultural Resonance Matters: The thumbs-up icon succeeded because it was already deeply embedded in culture, making the digital transition intuitive and frictionless for users.The Double-Edged Sword of Instant Feedback: While instant feedback can enhance connection and learning, it also reshapes our tastes, identities, and behavior—sometimes with serious unintended consequences for mental health, social norms, and democracy.Let Curiosity Lead: The most transformative creative breakthroughs often come not from rigid objectives, but from following curiosity and allowing projects to evolve organically.Get full interviews and bonus content for free! Just join the list at DailyCreativePlus.com.Mentioned in this episode:The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.To listen to the full interviews from today's episode, as well as receive bonus content and deep dive insights from the episode, visit DailyCreativePlus.com and join Daily Creative+.To listen to the full interviews from today's episode, as well as receive bonus content and deep dive insights from the episode, visit DailyCreativePlus.com and join Daily Creative+.
CX Goalkeeper - Customer Experience, Business Transformation & Leadership
What does it take to create a workplace where people thrive, expectations are high, and trust is real? In this episode, Eric Stone shares practical advice from his book Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture. From leadership values to employee development, you'll walk away with powerful tools to transform your organization. The Top 3 Key Learnings 1. Culture is the catalyst for execution — Strong relationships, clear communication, and the right tools empower teams to perform at a high level. 2. Training must be practical and continuous — Combine corporate learning with real-time coaching to drive real growth. 3. Accountability builds trust when done right — Set expectations, provide support, and use accountability as a tool to grow, not to punish. About Eric Stone ERIC D. STONE'S passion for business led him to an influential twenty-six-year career at the iconic rental car company Enterprise Holdings, where he quickly became one of the most decorated Regional Vice Presidents in the company's history. His ability to connect and motivate employees from all different generations and demographics allowed his teams to sustain top-level results and a culture of pride. Eric attributes much of this success to his ability to create, ignite, and sustain a high-performance culture—one that enabled him to lead his teams through challenges like 9/11, the Great Recession, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Great Resignation—along with an extraordinary ability to adapt to the unexpected and help others do the same. Eric is the author of the award-winning book Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture and an international speaker on leadership, employee engagement, and creating high-performance organizations. He retired from Enterprise in 2018 and founded Clear Path Ventures, which specializes in guiding young professionals and businesses as they navigate their path to success. The two awards the book has received thus far are The Pinnacle and The International Book Awards. Resources Clear Path Ventures: https://www.ericdstone.com/ https://www.ericdstone.com/ Please, hit the follow button: Apple Podcast: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/apple Spotify: http://cxgoalkeeper.com/spotify We'd love to hear your thoughts — leave a comment and share your feedback! Follow Gregorio Uglioni on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregorio-uglioni/ About Gregorio Uglioni: Transforming Business Into Value Generating Engines - Creating Long-Lasting Impact Leveraging Customer Experience - Host Of The Globally Recognized CX Goalkeeper Podcast “Customer Experience Goals” - Speaker at global events & at podcasts - Judge at International Awards - CX Lecturer for several institutions Listen to more podcasts on The Agile Brand network here: https://agilebrandguide.com/the-agile-brand-podcasts/
Is your organization struggling with secret management across bare metal, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments? Standard cloud-native tools often fall short when you need a single, standardized solution that bridges all your infrastructure.Dan Popescu, Senior Site Reliability Engineer at Booking.com joins us to share how they built a cloud-agnostic secret management strategy using HashiCorp Vault. We dive deep into the technical challenges of providing identity to bare metal machines, rotating dynamic secrets in legacy and modern applications, and why a central "broker" for authentication is critical for security at scale.Guest Socials - Dan 's Linkedin Podcast Twitter - @CloudSecPod If you want to watch videos of this LIVE STREAMED episode and past episodes - Check out our other Cloud Security Social Channels:-Cloud Security Podcast- Youtube- Cloud Security Newsletter - Cloud Security BootCampIf you are interested in AI Cybersecurity, you can check out our sister podcast - AI Cybersecurity PodcastQuestions asked:(00:00) Introduction(02:13) Dan's Background: From Cloud (AWS, GCP) to Bare Metal(03:06) The Core Challenges: Secret Exposure, Rotation & Access Control(04:45) Why Cloud-Native Fails at Scale: The Cost of 500k Requests/Min(07:32) What is a "Secret"? (It's More Than Just Passwords)(09:12) The Secret Lifecycle: Rotation, Revocation & Caching Issues(10:33) Securing Bare Metal: The Unique Challenge of On-Prem Secrets(15:44) Kubernetes & Container Secrets: Sidecars vs. Operators(18:36) The Pain of Moving from Static to Dynamic Secrets(20:40) How Do Machines Get an Identity? (Cloud IAM vs. Bare Metal)(24:28) A Practical Roadmap: Where to Start Standardizing Secrets(26:53) Key Learnings & Technical Pitfalls to Avoid(28:59) The Fun Section
Do you remember who first taught you to pray or meditate? Was it your grandmother, or perhaps the person who taught the first yoga class you attended? We have SO many spiritual teachers on the spiritual path, and it is important to stop and thank them. In the Hindu tradition there is an annual holy day called ‘Guru Purnima' which is the full moon day we honor our Guru or spiritual teacher. The word guru means dispeller of darkness, meaning the darkness of ignorance. Any teacher can be a guru (with a small g), but Guru (with a capital G) is THE Guru, the one who awakens you to the truth of your being, and THAT Guru lives within each one of us. In this episode, I share a simple guided meditation to help you connect with YOUR inner Guru and express your gratitude for ALL the blessings you have received. I won't tell you much more than that because I want you to experience this meditation for yourself. Please let me know how it made you feel. Key Learnings: 1) In India, one of the holiest times of the year is called Guru Purnima. It is held on a full moon in the summer (the date changes every year according to the Hindu calendar, similar to Easter) and is a time of celebration and gratitude. Where would we be without the help of our Guru? 2) Any teacher can be a guru (with a lower case g) – your elementary school math teacher, or your piano teacher, or anyone who has taught you anything! But the Guru (with a capital G) is THE teacher, the one who awakens you to the truth of your being. And while it is wonderful to have a Guru who is in a body, ALL of us have the Inner Guru, the one who is always guiding us. 3) Whether you have a Guru in a body, or you are connecting with your inner Guru, take some time to sit and reflect on all the blessings you have received in your life. Be truly grateful for them. And thank your Inner Guru, the one who is always with you and loves you more than you can imagine. “Your inner Guru is always guiding you and loves you more than you can imagine.” Ready to work with a coach to manifest your dreams? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
Why Businesses Must Influence Policy to Succeed in Climate Tech – with Chris Moyer, Founder of EchoComms.Policy isn't just a government affair - it's your business strategy. In this eye-opening episode of Pricing For The Planet, host Fabien Cros is joined by Chris Moyer, founder of Echo Communications Advisors, to unpack why every business working on sustainability, energy, or climate tech must engage with public policy now - not later.Whether you're a founder, investor, or executive, this episode will change the way you think about stakeholder mapping, go-to-market, and risk mitigation.
What does the energy of July hold for YOU? I was so curious about this question that I picked THREE oracle cards just for YOU, and I didn't get a message just for July… I got a message for the second half of 2025 too! In this episode, I share the three oracle cards I picked just for YOU from the Sacred Traveler deck, and weave together the THEME for this month AND for the rest of 2025! These cards reflect the shift in energy that began at the Solstice and are inviting us to utilize the second half of the year to clear the way for a miraculous 2026! Key Learnings: 1) The energy shift began at the Solstice and will continue through the second half of the year. The first card I chose for you for July is the Distant Thunder card, which invites us to ‘clear the air' and quite literally clear our space! Take stock of what supports you and what is no longer needed, and let go of whatever you no longer need. 2) The second card is Traveling Lightly, which invites us to simplify our lives! This card expands on the first card, but gets a little more specific in helping us let go of mental clutter as well. 3) The last card is Solitude and the message is ‘In Silence, Peace Prevails.' This card is for the second half of the year and it encourages us to bring our attention inward. This card does not mean you will be alone, but rather it encourages you to seek time alone to be with God. All three of these cards are helping us to clear up any loose ends, as it is a 9 year in numerology, a time of completion. This will help us lay a fresh foundation in 2026, which is a 1 year, a brand new cycle. “Do not allow your circumstances to determine your faith. Let your faith determine your circumstances.” Mother Mary Click here to purchase the Sacred Traveler Oracle Card deck by Denise Linn Click here to schedule an Intuitive Energy Breakthrough Session Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
How does your protagonist's final choice resolve the plot, character arc and theme? In this episode, Stu and Chas focus solely on the final choices made by protagonists and how that reflects their character journey and successfully, or not, dramatises the internal. We compare and contrast different uses of narrative POV in respect to these final choices, in particular whether and when the audience is made aware of the options available to the character, the act of making the choice, and the consequences of the choice. We breakdown examples from DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES, FINDING NEMO, MICHAEL CLAYTON, PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN and TALK TO ME. As always: SPOILERS ABOUND and all copyright material used under fair use for educational purposes. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - Opening 00:00:18 - Why Final Choices? 00:10:45 - DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES 00:19:09 - FINDING NEMO 00:28:45 - MICHAEL CLAYTON 00:53:11 - PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN 01:16:38 - TALK TO ME 01:41:45 - Key Learnings 01:50:13 - Thanks awesome patreons! RELATED EPISODES DZ-04: Catharsis and the Poist-coital Cigarette DZ-84: Choices & Decisions DZ-87: Keeping Genre Fresh DZ-33: Protagonist vs Hero DZ-58: Game of Thrones - Character Exposition DZ-34: Game of Choices LINKS MICHAEL CLAYTON by Tony Gilroy PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN by Emerald Fennell TALK TO ME by Danny Philippou & Bills Hinzman based on a concept by Daley Pearson Michael Arndt: What makes an insanely good ending Every Frame a Painting: Snowpiercer - Look Left or Right RELATED EPISODES DZ-04: Catharsis and the Poist-coital Cigarette DZ-84: Choices & Decisions DZ-87: Keeping Genre Fresh DZ-33: Protagonist vs Hero DZ-58: Game of Thrones - Character Exposition DZ-34: Game of Choices More Draft Zero is brought to you more often by our awesome Patreons. Especially Lily, Paulo, Alexandre, Malay, Jennifer, Thomas, Randy, Jesse, Sandra, Theis, and Khrob. Please considering rating or subscribing to us on Apple Podcasts or sharing us on the Social Medias! We like finding new listeners. We are @stuwillis, @mehlsbells and @chasffisher on Twitter. You can find @draft_zero and @_shotzero on Instagram and Twitter. BUY DRAFT ZERO MERCH via TeePublic SUBSCRIBE TO SHOT ZERO via Substack
Want to hear how Mother Mary surprised me for my birthday this year? You know how I love to share miracle stories with you! It's so inspiring for me to hear YOUR miracle stories, but this week I have a miracle story of my own to share with you! In this episode, I share the miraculous way Mother Mary surprised me by coming to visit me for my birthday! And if that weren't miraculous enough, this is the second time She has done this! I share this true story with you to let you know that YOU can have these experiences too! How? By developing your relationship with the Divine. PS- If you want to deepen your connection with Mother Mary and have miraculous experiences like this, join the next Inner Circle! Key Learnings: 1) I experienced my visitation with Mother Mary in 2012, but the event that preceded it was receiving a small copy of the Hawaiian Iveron Icon, Our Lady of Perpetual Healing. Two months later, Mother Mary visited me! That icon is a catalyst! 2) In 2013, the Iveron Icon was touring the US. The week of my birthday, She came to San Diego, and not just San Diego but my town in North San Diego County…and not just in my town, but across the street! 3) This year I discovered that She was on tour again, this time on the East Coast! And just as She had 12 years earlier, She came so close to my hometown for my birthday. This type of experience is a gift, but it is a gift YOU can receive as well when you open your heart to the Divine, especially to Mother Mary. “When you have a strong connection with Mother Mary, you live in a bubble of Grace, Love and Protection.” If you want to receive monthly messages from Mother Mary, click here to join Mother Mary's Inner Circle Message Program Ready to work with a coach to manifest your dreams? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
Welcome back to another episode of the "Grow Your B2B SaaS" podcast. In this episode, the host, Joran, takes a unique approach by interviewing himself. This episode is particularly personal and fresh, as Joran shares a recent experience involving an acquisition that was 99% complete before it unexpectedly fell through. The purpose of this episode is to provide insights and lessons learned from this experience to help other founders navigate similar situations.This episode offers a candid look at the complexities and emotional rollercoaster of an acquisition process that almost reached completion. Joran's willingness to share his experiences provides valuable insights for other founders who may find themselves in similar situations. Key Timecodes(0:02) – Podcast Introduction by Joran(1:13) – Acquisition Collapse(2:23) – Background on Reditus(3:33) – Reditus Business Model(4:45) – Bootstrapping Challenges(5:59) – Growth Strategies and Clients(7:11) – Free Trial Model Changes(8:30) – Acquisition Interest and Initial Offer(10:52) – Acquisition Process Begins(12:09) – Acquisition Offer Details(13:20) – Negotiating the LOI(14:31) – Earnout and Upfront Purchase Price(15:44) – Legal Advice and LOI Signing(17:53) – Due Diligence Process(19:09) – Creating a Data Room(20:25) – Technical Due Diligence(22:57) – Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) Negotiations(24:05) – Concerns About Financing(25:17) – Delays in SPA Finalization(27:35) – Office Meeting with Buyer(28:41) – Cultural Differences Noted(30:47) – Termination of Acquisition(31:54) – Waiting on Financing(33:12) – Mental Preparation for Acquisition(34:22) – Request for Stripe Account Access(35:35) – Termination Call and Reasons(36:54) – Impact on Team and Employee(37:54) – Legal Fee Reimbursement and Next Steps(38:59) – Considering Further Legal Actions(40:09) – Key Learnings from the Process(41:15) – Final Thoughts and Advice
Would you love to have a PROVEN healing prayer affirmation? In a recent Inner Circle Message Program call, I channeled a healing prayer from Mother Mary for one of the members. Not only did that member use it for her own healing with miraculous results, but she used it with her own clients who also reported miracles! In this episode, I share this simple and powerful Healing Prayer Affirmation that you can use right away to experience your own healing. Want the words of this healing prayer affirmation? Click here for the show notes. PS- If YOU want to be part of the next Inner Circle and receive powerful messages from Mother Mary, click here! Key Learnings: 1) In a recent Inner Circle Message Program call, I channeled a powerful Healing Prayer Affirmation for one of the members. A few months later she reported that not only had it healed her, but she was using it with her own clients who also reported miraculous results! 2) When you recite this prayer, do it slowly and with energy and intention. Put special emphasis on the words ALL and ARE in the first sentence: ALL things ARE possible 3) Here is the Miraculous Healing Prayer Affirmation: I am so grateful that with God's love ALL things ARE possible! I am healed! I am so grateful to live today in God's love, peace and joy. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Amen “I am so grateful that with God's love ALL things ARE possible!” If you want to receive monthly messages from Mother Mary, click here to join Mother Mary's Inner Circle Message Program Ready to work with a coach to manifest your dreams? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
Joseph L. Bower on Resource Allocation and Strategy "Where you stand depends on where you sit." In this exclusive episode of The Innovation Show, Harvard legend Joseph L. Bower shares the untold story behind his groundbreaking work on Resource Allocation to Strategy — a theory that has shaped generations of business leaders, strategists, and scholars. Bower reveals: How real strategy emerges through the decisions of middle managers Why structure drives strategy more than PowerPoint slides do What we can learn from Lou Hughes at Opel, and the power of acting before HQ gives permission Insights into companies like GM, Timken, and even Tesla This is a masterclass in how strategy really works — not in theory, but on the ground. Revisit the origins of strategic thought that still matter today. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Announcement 00:42 Introducing the Guest: Joseph L. Bower 03:16 The Origins of Resource Allocation Theory 05:30 Insights from the Field: Case Studies and Key Learnings 17:26 The Role of Empathy and Perspective in Management 20:57 Case Study: Opel's Strategic Response to the Berlin Wall 35:38 Case Study: Timken's Bottom-Up Acquisition 38:04 The Importance of Learning and Adaptation in Strategy 52:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 53:25 Closing Remarks and Sponsor Acknowledgment Thanks to our sponsor Kyndryl:
In dieser Spezialfolge von How to Hack x How to Invest direkt vom German Startup Award 2025 in Berlin trifft geballter Gründergeist auf inspirierende Erfolgsgeschichten. Gemeinsam mit Verena Pausder, Vorsitzende des Deutschen Startup Verbands, blicken wir auf den aktuellen Zustand der Startup-Szene inmitten wirtschaftlicher Herausforderungen – und feiern gleichzeitig ihre beeindruckende Resilienz.Im Podcast zu Gast: die frisch gekürten Gewinner:innen des Abends. Gaza Leadani spricht über ihre persönliche Motivation hinter ihrer Krebstherapie-Innovation. Dr. Francesco Sortino erklärt, wie Proxima Fusion an der Revolution der Energiegewinnung durch Kernfusion arbeitet. Julia Freudenberg von der Hacker School bringt digitale Bildung zu Kindern, Irene Klemm setzt mit Edurino auf frühkindliche Digitalkompetenz – und Daniel Khachab von Choco will Lebensmittelverschwendung global eindämmen.Außerdem im Talk: die Investor:innen des Jahres Inger von Holz und Philipp Moehring, die zeigen, worauf es bei Early-Stage-Investments heute wirklich ankommt.Key Learnings für Dich:Was Gründer:innen heute antreibt – von Impact bis DeeptechWarum Deutschland mehr Mut zur Innovation brauchtWie Bildung, Kapital und Technologie die Zukunft gestaltenFür mehr zu den Themen Investments, Kaptial, und Funding folgt Sherin auf LinkedIn & InstagramNoch mehr vom Seriengründer, Investor, Digitalberater und Innovationsexperte Carsten Puschmann findest du auf LinkedIn und InstagramMehr zu unseren Podcasts: business-punk.com/podcast
What is YOUR message from the Divine Feminine for June? I chose three Divine Feminine oracle card decks and asked this very question just for YOU! It amazes me how this process works! I picked one card from each deck and discovered a beautiful message for you for this sacred month of June. In this episode, I share the three different Divine Feminine oracle card messages for you, and weave together the THEME for this month! Each card gives us more insight into the energy of the month and deepens our understanding of the message. Which decks did I choose? The Goddess Guidance cards by Doreen Virtue (no longer available for purchase), The Divine Feminine Oracle by Meggan Watterson, and the Sacred Traveler Oracle Cards by Denise Linn. For links to these decks, see the show notes. Key Learnings: 1) As we approach the Solstice, we are moving towards a pinnacle vibration. There is a building energy this month, and with that energy comes a great opportunity for change! That is reflected in the first card, the Butterfly Maiden, from the Goddess Guidance Oracle deck by Doreen Virtue. The theme is Transformation! 2) The second card is from the Divine Feminine Oracle: Isis – the Goddess of Magic! By connecting with your sexual/sensual energy, you release your innate magical power. Let your body guide you this month on the path of transformation! 3) The last card is from the Sacred Traveler deck and is Passion & Pleasure! (You can't make this stuff up!) By allowing yourself to connect with your sensual self, honoring your body, you will experience more passion and pleasure. The image is a woman dancing around a fire with a tambourine. This is an ancient image of a woman doing a sacred ritual dance to manifest her heart's desire. “The spiritual theme for June is Transformation through pleasure and enjoyment. Follow your joy this month!” Click here to purchase the Sacred Traveler Oracle Card deck by Denise Linn Click here to purchase the Divine Feminine Oracle by Meggan Watterson Click here to schedule an Intuitive Energy Breakthrough Session Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
Want to hear a real-life manifestation miracle story? I don't know about you, but as much as I love learning the theory of how manifestation works, nothing beats hearing the stories of real people, who are just like YOU, experiencing miraculous results! In this week's episode, I share not just one, but THREE real-life manifestation miracles from listeners just like YOU who have applied what they learned and experienced miraculous results! One of these real-life stories is about manifesting $10,000! So grab a pen and paper to take notes so YOU can apply what you learn too! Ps- Want to be part of a community of people who are manifesting miracles just like these? Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership! Key Learnings: 1) Theory is great, but hearing about the miraculous results of other people, who are just like you, can expand your faith in manifestation. The first story you will hear is from a listener who wanted to manifest $10,000. Rather than listen to all the reasons it was not possible, she started taking action on her goal. Not only did she manifest the $10,000, but an additional $4,000! 2) The second story is from a member of the Magnify Your Miracles membership. She wanted to sell her rental home but was told the market was tough and she was asking too much. In a member call, she received coaching from Mother Mary, who encouraged her to ask for what she truly wanted, and to hold it would be easy. That is what she did and sold her house for much higher than she was told she could. Her realtor was shocked! 3) The third miracle manifestation was shared with me from another Magnify Your Miracles member. A woman she knew wanted to go to Lourdes but did not have the means to go. This woman made up her mind that she was going, and affirmed “I AM GOING.” She did this for almost a year, and had no idea how it would happen. As the Universe responds to our words and energy, her local church had a raffle and the prize was a trip to Lourdes, which she won! So she is going to Lourdes! How can YOU apply these real-life examples in your own life? “Listen to the real-life manifestation miracle stories of other people who are just like you. It will build your faith in manifestation.” Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles Membership Ready to walk the path of miracles? Click here to schedule a Miracle Meeting with me If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire 1 person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world have the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader Tom Ryan is the head wrestling coach at Ohio State University. In college, he wrestled for perhaps the greatest wrestling coach of all time, Dan Gable, at Iowa, where he was a two-time Big Ten champion and a two-time NCAA All-American. As a coach at Ohio State, he's won numerous national coach of the year honors, has coached more than 75 All-Americans, and led the Buckeyes to a national championship in 2015. We filmed this in his office in Columbus, OH, after spending the morning watching some of his championship wrestlers practice. It was one of the coolest days I've had in a long time. Notes: “My first workout after driving from Syracuse to Iowa was a soul-cleanser. I collapsed in my car outside the arena. I couldn't stop crying.” "It was a line in the sand moment for me. Where are you going or staying? Because I could have turned around, I could have went right back. But it was this sense of knowing that you were in the right place." It's amazing that Tom decided to leave Syracuse with no guarantee of even making the team at Iowa, let alone a scholarship. He shows up on day 1, and Coach Gable didn't even know who he was! Crazy. And then he goes on to earn his spot and become an All-American. Competitive Spirit from Early Age: "There's certainly an element of competitive spirit... even in second grade, we were on the playground... if you lose, you're fighting somebody. You just wanna win, you wanna win everything you do." Why go to Iowa? The Will to Be Great – "I wanted to be elite at something. And by trial and error, it was almost trial and error... I wasn't gonna end my career with not knowing how high I could climb." Key Learnings from Dan Gable: Emotional Control – "He wasn't a yeller. He wasn't a screamer... The reason why he didn't need to yell was his competence." Focus on Situation, Not Person – "It was never personal... He would focus on the situation and not you as a person. You never felt attacked. It was just bluntly, your single leg needs improvement." Balance of Freedom and Accountability – "Too much freedom. Not good... You can drive someone crazy with discipline and rituals and rules... It's just this happy medium." One of the most emotional moments in my 10+ years of recording this podcast, Tom shared the story of the day his 5-year-old son, Teague, had a heart attack and tragically passed away. The room went silent. And Tom went deep into the impact that it has had on him and his family. This is something I cannot imagine happening. I am grateful that Tom was willing to share and be so vulnerable. I love Tom Ryan, and I am lucky to have been in Columbus with him. The interview with Ohio State: "I wasn't their first choice... But ultimately, I was a leader that had learned. I learned under the best." He prepared extensively, attacked his weaknesses proactively, and wasn't afraid to discuss his faith. Chosen vs. Unchosen Suffering – The concept of "chosen suffering" came after experiencing unchosen suffering (losing Teague). "Wrestling has never brought me to my knees... I never got there in wrestling... but when I lost Teague in 2004, that I referred to as unchosen suffering." Chosen Suffering = Deep Love – "Chosen suffering is a fancy word for love because you will suffer the most for the things you love the most." The willingness to endure difficulty stems from profound love for what you're pursuing. Traits of Elite Performers: Ungodly Effort – "In all studies ever performed on elite behavior... one is an ungodly effort. And I think effort stems from... effort over time is a byproduct of deep love." High Capacity to Learn – Elite athletes have exceptional skill development abilities Living in Truth – "The capacity to live in truth. To really be honest with yourself and be okay with it... really strong self-assessment." Daily Discipline – "The discipline to do it daily... to work on your shortcomings and really be good enough to look in the mirror and say, I love you, but you got some problems." Being Coachable – "Most people wanna be coached until they're getting coached." Great performers actively seek feedback, while good ones want to be left alone. Three-Pronged Leadership Philosophy: Example – Walk the walk and display the behaviors you want to see Truth in Love – "Too much truth can demoralize someone... too much love, you're patronizing me. Stop it. Gimme the truth." Embracing Pain and Suffering – "We're gonna make decisions that weren't right... and we're gonna accept them and we're gonna grow from them." The 3 Success Pillars: Your Mind - Internal you. Where your thoughts originate. Your Relationships - Who you allow to influence your decisions. Your Environment - The setting that will build you or break you. The world doesn't care what we're after, nor does it care about our principles. It doesn't care about you or me, nor will it change for us. It doesn't owe us anything. The world is heading in a direction, spinning on its axis, and there's little we can do to change that. What we can change, however, is what we do. We can control our direction. We must continuously develop our core and worldview to help us navigate the temptations of the world. What happened on the morning of April 23, 2024? Coach Ryan had been on his way to OSU for an early morning workout with colleagues when his SUV, traveling at about 65 miles per hour, struck the semitrailer. Physical Trauma vs. Emotional Trauma – "When we lost Teague, I was healthy, I was physically healthy, I was mentally healthy... when I hit this tractor trailer at full speed... the physical trauma that occurred was surreal. And I wasn't ready." "I went into a terrible depression... I was sad when I lost my son, but I wasn't depressed... But in this, I was suicidal for a little bit." Coach Ryan openly shared his mental health struggles with family and got help. The #1 indicator of sustained success is emotional control. Two-word mantra — keep working. Physical Suffering as Mental Training – "Every single time I bike, there comes a moment in the bike ride where I realize I'm a sissy... there's a humbling, there's humility piece that you get from suffering." Choose the Hard Thing - "I can always come up with an excuse why I'm not gonna do squats... And then I have to pause and say, dude. Get under the bar... getting under the bar... builds confidence for everything else in life." (that was from me) Discipline as a Superpower – "Discipline is a superpower. It's available to everybody." The transferable skill of choosing difficulty when you don't want to.
Do you want to learn how to raise your vibration? Get a pen and notebook ready… Because this week's episode is a MASTERCLASS on Angelic Healing Techniques to raise your vibration by THE Angel Intuitive… Rev. Jayne Feldman! I am so happy to welcome back Rev. Jayne, who is THE go-to person for all things angelic! Rev. Jayne Feldman has dedicated her life to sharing the light, love and wisdom of the angels with the world. Let me tell you a bit about her: Jayne is the author of several books, including Commune with the Angels, Driving Under the Influence of Angels and Angels by My Side. She is the founder of Be An Angel Day, celebrated annually on August 22nd. Jayne is an ordained Interfaith Minister and offers both private spiritual coaching and Angelic Attunements where you will meet your own guardian angel. This special service also attunes you to the entire angelic kingdom! In this episode, Rev. Jayne teaches a Masterclass on Angelic Vibrational Healing! She shares several angelically inspired techniques to raise your vibration, including the G.R.A.C.E blessing, a Coptic Chant, and the Archangel Michael decree, to name a few! All of these techniques will raise YOUR vibration so you experience more peace, love and joy! Rev. Jayne has been my mentor since 1994 when I had my own Angelic Attunement and is a pure channel of angelic light and love. If you are interested in working with her directly, email her at earthangel4peace@aol.com Key Learnings: 1) When you raise your vibration, you can be on the same channel as the angels. It's like inviting ease and grace into your life. A simple way of doing that is to have an altar in your home. Your altar mirrors your sacred energy back to you, and there are angels attending your altar! 2) A beautiful way to raise your vibration is by giving yourself a GRACE blessing. This is a way to receive the blessings from the various kingdoms on earth such as: the mineral kingdom – crystals the Nature kingdom – flowers the Animal kingdom – totem animals Stars & Angels – the Radiant ones Myths of the Ages – sacred story characters Saints & Sages – patron saints and wise ones Omega – What do you wish to be revealed? Alpha – What do you want to begin? 3) Coptic chant to bring more LIGHT into your life: Poad Me Ra – means God Grant me Light. In the morning face east and put your left hand on your solar plexus and your right index finger on your third eye. Repeat at night facing West. 4) Archangel Michael decree – Michael's Light descend, descend, descend Micheal's Light defend, defend, defend Michael's Light expand, expand, expand Michael's Light command, command, command Michael's Light I AM, I AM, I AM 5) Resources mentioned: Green Hope Farm Flower Essences, Healing Oils of the Bible by Dr. David Stewart, Solfeggio Frequencies “When you raise your vibration, you can be on the same channel as the angels.” Rev. Jayne Howard Feldman To connect with Rev. Jayne, email her at earthangel4peace@aol.com To join the Magnify Your Miracles membership, email me at frances@francesfayden.com If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com
Are you a leader seeking a truly transformative approach to leadership? In today's complex world, traditional leadership models often fall short, leaving many leaders feeling disconnected and seeking deeper impact. On this groundbreaking episode of The Self Aware Leader Podcast, host Jason Rigby speaks with Charley Johnson, a TEDx speaker, founder of Chief Consciousness Officer Training, and a visionary in conscious leadership. Charley Johnson, a former high-powered business president, shares his profound journey from conventional success to a strategic exploration of consciousness in leadership. This episode is a must-listen for any leader ready to evolve beyond the status quo. Charley unpacks how embracing core principles like clarity in leadership, neutrality, and presence can lead to a seismic shift from ego-driven actions to essence-driven impact. Discover why the role of a Chief Consciousness Officer is not "woo-woo," but a tactical necessity for modern organizations. Key Learnings for Leaders: The Leadership Shift: Understand the critical transition from ego-based decisions to essence-driven leadership. Consciousness for Leaders: Explore how personal consciousness dissolves bias, fuels innovation, and bridges divides within your team and corporate culture. Beyond Traditional Leadership: Challenge conventional wisdom on wellness and consulting to achieve true organizational transformation. Clarity for Leaders: Learn practical tools to foster inner stillness, navigate chaos, and make decisions from a place of profound clarity. Humble Leadership: Embrace the power of leading from a place of shared humanity, not competing ideologies. If you're an aspiring or established leader committed to self-aware leadership and elevating your organizational culture, this episode provides the strategic insights you need. Tune in to learn how to unlock your true potential as a leader and guide your team with authentic purpose. Message Charley here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjconsciousness/ Keywords: Leadership, Leader, Conscious Leadership, Charley Johnson, Chief Consciousness Officer, Self-Aware Leader, Humble Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Clarity in Leadership, Conscious Business, Organizational Culture, Corporate Culture, Leadership Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, The Self Aware Leader Podcast.
How does a company built on virtual second opinions become a system-wide impact engine? By blending data, empathy, and results—not just tech.In this episode, we explored what it really means to close care gaps—without forcing health systems to adopt yet another "new thing." Scott explained how they plug into existing infrastructures, using a results-based approach that leads to treatment changes in 70% of cases and diagnosis corrections in 25%.From nurse care navigators to global partnerships, Scott breaks down how founders can scale with intention, how AI + white-glove service actually works, and why impact starts with understanding—not assumptions.I've worked in ORs where we knew—if that patient had gotten a diagnosis sooner, they might've lived. That's the cost of inaccessible care. It's not about more innovation; it's about making the innovation reachable.What's one part of your solution that adds friction instead of clarity?Key Points You'll Learn:
saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies. In episode #15 of season 5, Anna Nadeina talks with Dorian, co-founder / CEO of Zeliq, an all-in-one AI-powered Sales Prospecting Solution. --------------Episode's Chapters---------------- 00:00 - From Influencer Marketing to AI Sales 03:53 - The Vision Behind Zeliq 10:06 - Building a Unicorn: Fundraising and Ambitions 14:23 - The Importance of Human Connections in Business 17:03 - Co-Founders and Team Dynamics 19:39 - Establishing Company Culture and Values 22:28 - Expanding to the US Market 25:55 - Influencer Marketing Strategy 32:09 - Leveraging AI in Sales 37:19 - Key Learnings and Future Goals 41:31 - Effective Growth Hacks Dorian - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorian-ciavarella/ Zeliq - https://www.zeliq.com/ Subscribe to our channel to be the first to see the interviews that we publish twice a week - https://www.youtube.com/@saas-group Stay up to date: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SaaS_group LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/14790796
This month, a16z's Consumer team released the fourth edition of the GenAI 100 — a data-driven ranking of the top 50 AI-first web products and mobile apps, based on unique monthly visits and active users.In just six months, the consumer AI landscape has shifted dramatically. Some products surged ahead, others plateaued, and a few unexpected players reshaped the leaderboard entirely.In this episode, a16z General Partner Anish Acharya and Partner Olivia Moore join us to unpack the latest rankings and explore the key cultural and product moments that brought us to this point.Which applications are leading the pack — and which ones are quietly on the rise? What do trends like AI video, companion apps, and “vibe coding” reveal about the future of consumer AI? And for the first time, the team also analyzed which products aren't just gaining users, but generating real revenue.If you're looking to understand where we are in the GenAI adoption cycle — and what might come next — this episode offers a data-backed view into one of the fastest-moving corners of technology.You can find the full GenAI 100 list at a16z.com/genai100-4 Timecodes: 00:00: Consumer AI Trends00:36: The Gen AI 100 List: Methodology and Insights02:38: Pivotal Moments in AI Development05:37: Assumptions and Realities in AI08:49: Emerging Trends and Newcomers11:53: The Brink List: Near Misses and Future Contenders16:13: Surprises and Consistencies in AI Adoption18:31: The Future of AI Applications19:54: Traffic Trends and User Demographics20:32: Resurgence and New Use Cases22:47: Competitors and Market Dynamics25:30: AI Video Models and Trends29:23: Mobile vs Desktop Usage30:34: Revenue Insights and Monetization34:06: Key Learnings and Final Thoughts Resources: Find Anish on X: https://x.com/illscienceFind Olivia on X: https://x.com/omooretweets Stay Updated: Let us know what you think: https://ratethispodcast.com/a16zFind a16z on Twitter: https://twitter.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zSubscribe on your favorite podcast app: https://a16z.simplecast.com/Follow our host: https://twitter.com/stephsmithioPlease note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.
Podcast Summary: Chef Duff Goldman – Just a Guy Doing What He LovesGuest: Chef Duff Goldman, celebrity baker, entrepreneur, and TV personalityHost: Bart Berkey, Founder of Most People Don'tEpisode Theme:"Most People Are Really Cool." Chef Duff shares his journey of authenticity, kindness, and creativity—proving that success comes not from chasing profits but from following one's passions and treating people right.Key Learnings & Takeaways:1. Overcoming Anxiety and Self-DoubtWe are all wired for anxiety, a survival instinct from our ancestors. The key is recognizing it as normal rather than something to feel guilty about.Many people live in a "cage of self-doubt," preventing them from reaching their full potential. Acceptance is the first step toward breaking free and creating great things.2. Following Your Heart Is Simple, but Not EasyDuff references Moana as an example of how following your heart is a basic yet challenging concept.He emphasizes the importance of ignoring societal currents that try to dictate what we should do and instead embracing personal passions.3. Shifting Life's Focus: From Self to OthersBecoming a father changed Duff's perspective—his daughter is now the center of his universe.This shift makes life less self-centered and more fulfilling, driving him to work with purpose, not just for financial gain.4. Kindness is Strength, Not WeaknessDuff believes most people are inherently good, despite society and media painting the world as dangerous.He encourages choosing kindness, even in business, and notes that a culture of fear and transactional interactions have eroded true hospitality.A standout moment: On Kids Baking Championship, he didn't correct a child when he misidentified their cake design—he adjusted and reinforced their confidence instead.5. Authenticity in Business & LeadershipDuff's cake business was built on passion and creativity, starting as a way for musicians to support themselves.He hired art students and creatives who helped elevate his cakes to a new level.A key lesson: Let competent people do what they're best at. He acknowledges that he wasn't a great businessman initially but learned to delegate and trust others.6. The Hospitality Industry Needs to Loosen UpDuff critiques the fear-driven, robotic customer service culture in many industries, particularly travel and hospitality.He urges companies to encourage genuine human interactions, as authenticity makes all the difference in customer experiences.7. The Impact of Television on His SuccessWhile Charm City Cakes was already well-known in Baltimore, TV was the game-changer for Duff's global brand.He learned that being on TV is a craft—and his biggest compliment is when people say he's the same person in real life as on screen.8. Future Plans & Business GrowthDuff is launching a new deli at the Atlanta Airport—a dream he's had for years.His cookbooks (Duff Bakes, Super Good Baking for Kids, and Super Good Cookies for Kids) focus on the science and fun of baking.His band will be playing in Vegas at the International Baking Industry Expo.Final Thought: Most People Are Really CoolWhen asked to complete the sentence “Most people don't __,” Duff flipped it:**"Most people are really cool."**He believes most people are kind, generous, and willing to help others, despite how society portrays the world.He encourages looking for moments of goodness and supporting others through small acts of kindness—whether it's a simple smile, a few dollars for someone in need, or a moment of empathy.More about Duff here: https://www.duff.com/More about Most People Don't here: https://bartaberkey.com
In this episode of Daily Creative, we dive into the essential dynamics of trust within creative organizations and our personal relationship with money. We start with a discussion on how trust is foundational in the creative process, emphasizing the significance of a reciprocal relationship between team members and leadership. When trust erodes, it can lead to workplace inefficiencies and cause talented individuals to leave.We then explore how our internal trust, particularly in the context of money, influences our professional lives. Our guest, Elizabeth Husserl, author of "The Power of Enough," joins us to unravel the complexities of valuing creative work in a financial market. She offers insights into how personal narratives around money can either empower or hinder our careers and stresses the importance of understanding and re-shaping our relationship with money to match our creative aspirations.Key Learnings from the Episode:Trust in creative organizations must be a two-way street—team members need to trust leadership, and leadership needs to trust the team.The natural cycles of creative intensity and recovery must be acknowledged to avoid overwhelming team members.Personal relationships with money greatly affect how creative professionals value their work and handle financial matters.Understanding one's personal money story is crucial for improving financial decision-making and satisfaction in professional endeavors.Separating personal value from monetary value can lead to a healthier, more strategic approach to creative work.Subscribe to Brave, Focused, Brilliant at BraveFocusedBrilliant.com.Get full interviews and daily content in the Daily Creative app at DailyCreative.app.Mentioned in this episode:NEW BOOK! The Brave Habit is available nowRise to important moments in your life and work by developing the habit of bravery. Available in paperback, ebook, or audiobook wherever books are sold. Learn more
Join host Nataraj as he sits down with Karthee Madasamy, the Managing Director of MFA Partners, to discuss his journey from chip designer to venture capitalist in the world of deep tech.About the Episode:This episode explores Karthee's transition from a technical background in semiconductors and wireless communication to a successful career in venture capital. He shares his experiences at Qualcomm Ventures, where he led investments in companies like Waze and MapMyIndia, and discusses his current focus on deep tech companies at MFA Partners. Karthee provides valuable insights into the evolution of venture capital, the challenges of raising a fund, and the exciting potential of technologies like AI, robotics, and quantum computing.Karti dives into the nuances of investing in deep tech, sharing his investment thesis for MapMyIndia and highlighting the importance of understanding technology commoditization. He also discusses the incentive structures within corporate venture capital versus traditional VC firms, and offers advice for those considering a career in the field.About the Guest and Host:Karthee Madasamy: Managing Director of MFA Partners, previously Managing Director and Vice President at Qualcomm Ventures. → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kartheemfv/Nataraj: Host of the Startup Project podcast, Senior PM at Azure & Investor. → LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natarajsindam/→ Twitter: https://x.com/natarajsindam→ Email updates: https://startupproject.substack.com/→ Website: https://thestartupproject.ioTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:51 - Karthee's Journey into Venture Investing02:46 - First Job in Venture Capital04:52 - Early Deals and Learnings07:34 - Identifying Technology Commoditization09:56 - Investment Thesis for MapMyIndia13:32 - Incentives in Corporate vs. Traditional VC18:09 - Starting MFA Partners and Fundraising Challenges23:37 - Lessons Learned from Fundraising25:01 - The State of Deep Tech32:42 - Investing in PsiQuantum and the Future of Quantum Computing43:34 - Staying Updated and Influential Content45:54 - Key Learnings about InvestingSubscribe to Startup Project for more engaging conversations with leading entrepreneurs!→ Email updates: https://startupproject.substack.com/#startupproject #deeptech #venturecapital #investing #qualcommventures #mfapartners #ai #robotics #quantumcomputing #technology #innovation #entrepreneurship #podcast #youtube #tech #mapmyindia #waze #psiquantum #semiconductors
SummaryIn this episode of the Inorganic Podcast, host Christian Hassold discusses the recent acquisition of ContentServ by Centric Software with their co-founder and former board member Armin Dressler. Their discussion spans the history of Contentserve, its journey from an on prem to SaaS solution, transition of leadership to the current CEO, Michael Kugler, and the details of the M&A process. This episode discusses the acquirer, their rationale and some of the inside baseball on the deal valuation. Chapters0:00 Introduction2:54 How Contentserv Built Its Market Position10:01 Key Learnings from how ContentServ evolved14:02 Insights on Leadership Changes19:49 Why It Was the Right Time to Sell23:37 The Sale Process and Participants26:23 Why Centric Software Made the Acquisition36:02 Implications for the PIM and Commerce Ecosystem40:46 ConclusionConnect with Christian & In/organic PodcastChristian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassold/In/organic on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inorganic-podcastIn/organic on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InorganicPodcast/featuredConnect with E24 guest, Armin Dressler on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/armindressler/?originalSubdomain=chReferenceshttps://www.3ds.com/newsroom/press-releases/dassault-systemes-announces-centric-softwares-acquisition-ai-powered-pxm-solution-contentservhttps://www.investcorp.com/investcorp-agrees-to-sell-software-vendor-contentserv/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Daily Creative, we share insights from my recent (grueling, yet rewarding) speaking tour across the United States, where I delivered nine keynote presentations in just 14 days. My travel provided me with valuable lessons and inspiration, captured as quick sketches and observations in my notebook. Today, I'm pulling back the curtain to discuss two powerful moments from my recent travels that challenged my thinking and revealed profound insights about creativity and leadership.The first moment comes from a Q&A session following a keynote about The Brave Habit. A client's story about teaching his daughter the importance of bravery and wise decision-making led to an insightful takeaway on agency and optimism. The story of a man repeatedly falling into a hole but eventually deciding to take a different street, inspired us to consider how often we fail to fill the holes in our lives and how an optimistic vision and a sense of agency can prevent repeated mistakes.The second moment of discovery happened unexpectedly during an Uber ride in Houston. Despite exhaustion, a casual conversation with my driver unearthed his aspiration to write. This experience reminded me that meaningful contributions often occur in small, seemingly insignificant moments. Sometimes, our impact on others happens in private, when we choose to be present.Key Learnings from the Episode:Documenting meaningful moments and insights during travels can fuel inspiration and creativity.Bravery often requires an optimistic vision and a sense of agency to embrace challenges and prevent repeated mistakes.Small, everyday interactions can lead to significant inspiration and encouragement for others.Consistency over perfection is vital in achieving creative goals, such as writing a book.Embracing little moments of engagement can enrich our body of work and contribute to the greater good.Get full interviews and daily content in the Daily Creative app at DailyCreative.appMentioned in this episode:NEW BOOK! The Brave Habit is available nowRise to important moments in your life and work by developing the habit of bravery. Available in paperback, ebook, or audiobook wherever books are sold. Learn more
How important is incrementality? In this Growth Masterminds we chat with the CEO of an app publisher with 750 million app installs: how they think of incrementality, how they measure incrementality, and tips for how you can do the same.Measuring incrementality is especially on the App Store and Google Play ... where you might be the top result and also have bought ads against your brand and keywords: is this good or bad?Our guest is Jonathan Reich, CEO of Zedge. He and host John Koetsier chat about how Zedge achieved over 750 million cumulative installs and Jonathan shares the origin story of Zedge. We also talk about the shift from organic to paid user acquisition, and how Zedge navigates the challenges of ensuring each ad dollar is effectively spent. We then dive into testing strategies, the balance between organic and paid growth, and insights gained from their extensive data analysis. This episode is a deep dive into optimizing ad spend and understanding the art of incrementality in the competitive app market.00:00 Introduction to Incrementality Testing00:44 Meet Jonathan Reich, CEO of Zedge01:15 The Origin Story of Zedge05:24 Marketing Strategies and Organic Growth07:26 Challenges and Insights in Incrementality09:48 Testing and Optimization Techniques14:44 Key Learnings and Best Practices20:04 Common Pitfalls and Final Thoughts
Join Kosta and his guest: Tammy Key, Owner of Key Learning and Development. In this episode: In your experience, what do the best teams have in common? There's one thing mid-level managers, C-suite executives, parents and volunteer soccer coaches can all agree on: just because you have a group of people working together doesn't make them a team. You're an expert on leadership and team-building, and I think you're the perfect person to answer the question of what makes a group of people a team? How important is self-reflection and self-knowing in this team building process? Is it kind of like putting your own oxygen mask on first?Find out more about Key Learning and Development:https://www.keyforlearning.netBetter Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is a product of Morgan Franklin Media and recorded in Cookeville, TN.This episode of Better Together with Kosta Yepifantsev is made possible by our partners at Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy.Find out more about Aspire Barber and Beauty Academy:https://aspirebarberandbeauty.com
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