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What does it mean to vet a real estate deal as a limited partner? In this episode of The Real Estate Investor Podcast, host Gary Lipsky welcomes Aleksey Chernobelskiy, Principal at Centrio Capital Partners and Founder of GP-LP Match. Aleksey previously ran Store Capital's lucrative real estate portfolio and underwriting team before shifting his focus to educating and advocating for limited partners (LPs). Through his daily posts, newsletter, and investing partner platform, he helps LPs avoid costly mistakes and spot opportunities others miss. During the conversation, Aleksey explains the difference between REITs and funds and how return profiles compare across REITs, funds, and syndications. Discover why the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) metric is flawed, Aleksey's “three pillars” of LP investing, why investors should vet General Partners (GPs), and the biggest mistakes to avoid. Join Gary and Aleksey to learn why downside risk matters, what distorts deal projections, and why honesty, not perfection, builds investor trust. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Aleksey and how he helps LPs evaluate real estate deals.Hear what got him interested in educating LPs to make better investment decisions.The difference between a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) and a real estate fund. Find out how return profiles compare across REITs, funds, and syndications.Issues with the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) metric and why it should be avoided.Discover Aleksey's “three pillars” of LP investing and what makes it effective.Learn why educating yourself (or sitting out) is better than gambling on a deal.Unpack the biggest and most common mistakes Aleksey sees from both GPs and LPs.How to approach capital calls and why your best investors are your existing ones.Explore what is often missing from investment decks and what to include instead.Aleksey's key advice for LPs: study 100 deals and trust the reps.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Aleksey Chernobelskiy on LinkedInAleksey Chernobelskiy on XCentrio Capital PartnersGP-LP MatchLimited Partner (LP) Investing Lessons Newsletter‘10 reasons why deal flow rules the world'Invest SmartAsset Management Mastery Facebook GroupBreak of Day Capital Break of Day Capital InstagramBreak of Day Capital YouTubeGary Lipsky on LinkedInJoseph Fang on LinkedIn

Realizing your long-term goals starts with visualizing what you want to achieve. No one knows that better than today's guest, Dr. Michael DeLuke, who at the start of his career set himself the goal of having the option to retire by age 50. This goal has been a guide in his remarkable career, from building up his orthodontic practice to impressive heights to making the difficult decision to phase it down to taking the financial leap and transitioning into the next phase of his career. Tuning in, you'll hear all the details of Dr. DeLuke's journey as he breaks down how he financially transitioned out of private practice into a new chapter that balances academia, content creation, and orthodontic coaching. Discover how to navigate student debt and achieve financial freedom, the importance of investment and delayed gratification, why having a financial advisor is so valuable, and much more. Don't miss out on this fascinating conversation with Dr. Michael DeLuke!  Key Points From This Episode:Background on Dr. DeLuke and his remarkable family legacy in dentistry. How he built up his practice and made the difficult decision to phase it down.Dr. DeLuke's journey into balancing content creation and academia. Insights on taking the financial leap to transition out of private practice.Putting together a financial plan and having a vision for your future.Advice to young surgeons on how to navigate debt and achieve financial freedom.The power of investment and delayed gratification in your financial life.How a financial advisor can help you manage your money and your investments.Understanding the toll that modern dentistry takes on your mind and body.The importance of sharing your financial vision with your significant other.Dr. DeLuke's answers to our rapid-fire questions!Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching — https://theorthocoach.com/DeLuke Orthodontic Coaching on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/theorthocoach/ The Doc Podcast with Dr. Mike DeLuke — https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LCNiTq7I0VeniRxenHIyQDr. Michael DeLuke on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-deluke-3191296/Rich Dad Poor Dad — https://www.richdad.com/Cash Flow Quadrant — https://www.richdad.com/cashflow-quadrant-fundamentalsOutlive: The Science and Art of Longevity — https://www.amazon.com/Outlive-Longevity-Peter-Attia-MD/dp/0593236599Never Finished: Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within — https://www.amazon.com/Never-Finished-Unshackle-Your-Within/dp/1544534086Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

What is the connection between Black hair, self-esteem, and mental health? In this episode, we welcome Ameka Coleman, the visionary founder and CEO of Strands of Faith, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey and how hair can be a source of empowerment. Strands of Faith is a clean beauty brand dedicated to nourishing and revitalizing textured hair with cruelty-free, non-toxic, moisture-rich ingredients. In our conversation, Ameka shares how she transitioned from being a researcher in the oncology lab to building a brand that reflects her commitment to creating high-quality hair care products for underrepresented communities. We also unpack the cultural significance of Black hair, the intersection between hair and identity, and the need for clean beauty solutions for textured hair types. Gain insights into Ameka's advocacy work, the impact of hair discrimination in professional and educational settings, and how she is paving the way for the next generation of empowered young Black girls. Join us as we explore how our hair can be a tool for empowerment and a source of community joy with Ameka Coleman. Key Points From This Episode: Background about Ameka, her nonprofit work, and how she and Dr. Joyee met. [1:58] Ameka's professional journey from research to entrepreneurship. [5:02] How she formulated Strands of Faith and the importance of texturism. [9:18] Uncover the connection between clean beauty, confidence, and mental health. [12:12] Why creating inclusive products for textured hair is essential for Black communities. [15:27] Addressing hair discrimination in the workplace, universities, and schools. [22:03] Hear about Ameka's mission with Faith and Flourish to empower young Black girls. [26:14] Discover why embracing your natural beauty is an act of self-love. [30:21] Final takeaways and how to learn more about Ameka and Strands of Faith. [34:31] If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and, leave a review! For more transcripts, show notes,and more visit: https://joyeewashington.com/public-health-joy-podcast-season-3/

Time to revisit where it all started: Rory Vaden's take on personal branding is a lesson that never gets old.Welcome to the first episode of The Coaching Equation, a show helping you take your coaching business to the next level. In this episode, we sit down with Rory Vaden, author of Take the Stairs and Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group, to unpack why you need to have a personal brand in today's market, how to start building a personal brand, and what a personal brand is not. Rory is a renowned New York Times bestselling author, respected entrepreneur, and Hall of Fame speaker dedicated to empowering small business owners to amplify their reputation and revenue. In our conversation, we discuss the role of faith and trust in achieving your true potential, what it means to take inspired action, and why pursuing your goals with full force is vital. We explore why God does not give you everything you want and the value of failure in achieving your goals. Discover why you should save the best for first, why trust must happen before a transaction, and the fundamental pillars of creating content. Gain insights into the business of speaking, fostering trust with your clients, leveraging your greatness to make a difference, and more! We also delve into topics Rory has never discussed before, so this is an interview you don't want to miss! Tune in to discover the secret sauce for creating a personal brand with Rory Vaden!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Rory, his roots in sales, and how Brand Builders Group was born.Hear the real reason why Rory and AJ sold their previous business.How he navigated the emotional upheaval after selling the business.Explore reconciling your hopes and dreams with your failures.Finding a balance between working too little and working too much.He shares his perspective on faith and the perspective it provides. Discover what a personal brand is and what it is not.Why cultivating trust should come before the transaction.Unpack Rory's approach to content: the Modular Content Method.Making a difference in the world through your personal brand.The best piece of personal branding advice that Rory has ever been given.Common misconceptions about the business of speaking.Final words of advice Rory has for listeners.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Rory Vaden Rory Vaden on LinkedIn Rory Vaden on XTake the StairsBrand Builders GroupBrand Builders Group Free CallThe Influential Personal Brand PodcastThe Influential Personal Brand Podcast on StitcherThe Influential Personal Brand Podcast on AppleAJ Vaden on LinkedInAJ Vaden on XLewis HowesSchool of Greatness PodcastRyan Lang on LinkedInBrook Bishop on LinkedInEmpire PartnersEmpire Academy

What does it take to build a thriving cosmetic and orthognathic surgery practice? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Randy Sanovich to discuss the ins and outs of running a cosmetic and orthognathic surgery. Dr. Sanovich is a dual board-certified facial cosmetic and oral and maxillofacial surgeon based in Dallas, Texas. He practices out of Dallas Surgical Arts, a premier cosmetic and oral surgery center that offers a comprehensive range of facial, neck, and oral-maxillofacial procedures. In our conversation, Dr. Sanovich explains his journey from purchasing an existing practice to transforming it into a largely cosmetic and orthognathic surgery-focused clinic. He provides insight into building a niche market, navigating patient expectations, and maintaining a balanced work-life approach. Dr. Sanovich also shares valuable advice for budding surgeons looking to establish their own practice and outlines strategies for marketing, patient management, and leveraging relationships with orthodontists and dentists. He also unpacks the evolving role of digital marketing, using Google reviews, the power of referrals, how cosmetic and orthognathic cases can complement each other, and more. Join us to learn the nuances of running a cosmetic surgery and how to make your practice stand out in a competitive market with Dr. Randy Sanovich!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Dr. Sanovich's training, expertise, and practice setup.How he grew his cosmetic and orthognathic practice with digital marketing.The range of patients he receives and the types of surgeries he focuses on.Explore how he establishes trust with his patients and competing surgeons. Learn about the typical hurdles and challenges of starting your own practice.He shares valuable tips for starting your own practice and the pitfalls to avoid.Hear how he maintains a balance between cosmetic and orthognathic surgeries.Uncover how Dr. Sanovich has grown his patient base through word-of-mouth. Recommendations for handling high-maintenance cosmetic patients. What Dr. Sanovich enjoys the most about the cosmetic side of dentistry. Discover the benefits of adding cosmetic services to a traditional oral surgery practice.Final takeaways for budding surgeons and how to contact Dr. Sanovich.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Randy Sanovich — https://www.dallassurgicalarts.com/about-us/our-team/dr-randy-r-sanovich-dds/Dr. Randy Sanovich on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drrandysanovich/Dr. Randy Sanovich Email — randysanovich@dsa.liveDr. Randy Sanovich Phone — 352-278-1776Dallas Surgical Arts — https://www.dallassurgicalarts.com/Greenlights — https://www.amazon.com/Greenlights-Matthew-McConaughey/dp/0593139135The Perfect Couple — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11514868/Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

What if diagnosing complex joint disorders could be as precise and personalized as a fingerprint? Today, Will sits down with Nazgol Tavabi and Mohammadreza Movahhedi to discuss their journey of transforming cutting-edge research into a revolutionary AI-powered platform for diagnosing joint disorders. Nazgol and Mohammadreza are the co-founders of BonePixel, a healthcare startup focused on using AI and big data for the diagnosis and treatment planning of joint disorders. In our conversation, we unpack the origins of BonePixel, the challenges of building a healthcare startup, and how they are leveraging AI to make patient-specific treatment planning more accurate and efficient. Explore how its data-driven process facilitates decision-making for surgeons, how they were able to commercialize the software, and the positive impact it is making on patients' lives. They share details about BonePixel's current state of development, the regulatory hurdles, and their surgeon-centric approach to software development. We discuss the complexities of securing funding and their approach to fostering a healthy company culture. Gain insights into how they make their software inclusive, the ethical aspects of BonePixels development, why human involvement is crucial, and more. Join us to learn how BonePixel is transforming orthopedic care and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI with Nazgol Tavabi and Mohammadreza Movahhedi! Key Points From This Episode: Background about the development of BonePixel's innovative software. Learn about BonePixel and how it leverages data to improve decision-making. Hear about BonePixel's research origins at Harvard Medical School. How Harvard Medical School is facilitating the commercialization of BonePixel. Uncover the role that machine learning and AI play in BonePixel's software. Find out how their collaborators have acted as data sources for their models. They share details about upcoming features and software additions. Discover the core values of BonePixel that are driving its development. What got them interested in applying their research skills in healthcare. Explore the ethical considerations that need to be taken into account. Why human involvement during BonePixels implementation is vital. Hear their opinion on regulating the development of AI-based technologies. Lessons from their careers, final takeaways, and how to get in contact with them. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: BonePixel (https://www.bonepixel.com/) Nazgol Tavabi on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nazgoltavabi/) Mohammadreza Movahhedi on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohammadreza-movahhedi-phd-5aa652145/) Harvard Medical School (https://hms.harvard.edu/) Boston Children's Hospital (https://www.childrenshospital.org/) VirtualHip (https://virtualhip.childrenshospital.org/) Will Larry on X (https://x.com/will23larry) Will Larry on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-larry/) thoughtbot (https://thoughtbot.com) thoughtbot on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/150727/) thoughtbot on X (https://twitter.com/thoughtbot) Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots Podcast (https://podcast.thoughtbot.com/) Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots Email (mailto:hosts@giantrobots.fm) Support Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots (https://github.com/sponsors/thoughtbot)

In this episode of Giant Robots Smashing into Other Giant Robots (On Tour!), hosts Sami Birnbaum and Svenja Schäfer are joined by Karishma Gupta, the Founder and CEO of Eslando Circular Fashion. Eslando is a fashion company dedicated to changing the clothing industry through circular economy principles and textile recycling. Its mission is to simplify recycling and ensure compliance with EU regulations by connecting brands, consumers, and recyclers, fostering transparency and efficiency in the fashion industry. In today's conversation, Karishma delves into her company's innovative Digital Product Passport and how it's revolutionizing the fashion and textile industries. We discuss how her company helps the right material get to the right recycler using data and leveraging AI to map the process. Tune in to explore how the circular economy applies to the fashion industry, the current recycling gaps, what motivates fashion brands to be more sustainable, and how Eslando is reducing the carbon footprint of the textile supply chain! Key Points From This Episode: Background on Karishma and what led her to start a tech company. How recycling in fashion differs from other industries that recycle. An outline of the biggest recycling hurdles facing the fashion industry. The complex range of materials in clothes and the problems they create. Karishma's transition from the fashion industry to founding a tech-based company. Some of the materials in clothes that are endlessly recyclable. Details about the Digital Product Passport and what it offers the supply chain. Benefits and costs of sustainable regulations and solutions for fashion brands. Ways that Eslando is monetizing its various solutions. The value proposition the Digital Product Passport offers consumers. How long it took to create and build a workable prototype. What Karishma has planned for the future of Eslando Circular Fashion. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Karishma Gupta on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karishma248/) Karishma Gupta on X (https://x.com/_karishmagupta) Eslando Circular Fashion (https://www.eslando.com) Innovate UK (https://www.ukri.org/councils/innovate-uk/) Carbon13 (https://carbonthirteen.com) Sami Birnbaum (https://samibirnbaum.com) Sami Birnbaum on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/samibirnbaum/) Svenja Schäfer (svenjaschaefer.com) Svenja Schäfer on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/svenjaschaefer/) Will Larry on X (https://x.com/will23larry) Will Larry on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-larry/) Victoria Guido on X (https://x.com/victori_ousg) Victoria Guido on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorialguido/) thoughtbot (https://thoughtbot.com) thoughtbot on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/150727/) thoughtbot on X (https://twitter.com/thoughtbot) Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots Podcast (https://podcast.thoughtbot.com/) Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots Email (hosts@giantrobots.fm) Support Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots (https://github.com/sponsors/thoughtbot)

We make decisions all the time. Are you conscious of the ones you're making? During this episode, we are joined by Focusologist Penny Zenker, a captivating public speaker, business strategy coach, and best-selling author. Her work has been featured on NBC News, Forbes, ESPN, and more, and today she joins us to share her insights on the psychology of productivity and focus. Penny's story begins with a tragic event at the age of 19, and she talks about the turning point that this created in her life, totally transforming her relationship to meaning, control, and making the most of her one precious life. Diving into the content of her TED Talk, she distinguishes between positivity and intentionality, before sharing insights on productivity from her book, The Productivity Zone. Penny gets real about her own relationship to focus, and how she reels in her tendency to say yes to everything before unpacking her thoughtful delegation strategy. We discuss what it might look like to shed the all-or-nothing approach to delegation and hiring by really understanding the value of your time, and how to set priorities according to Penny's two-quadrant theory. Don't miss this opportunity to hear how Penny makes the complex simple, through her memorable, accessible approach. Key Points From This Episode:Background on guest Penny Zenker, author, public speaker, and productivity specialist.The story behind the moniker, ‘the Focusologist'.How Penny first became interested in the work she specializes in today. Finding meaning in her father's death when she was 19.The semester abroad that she spent at JP Morgan.Asking the question, “What else could this mean?”.Her role at Tony Robbins and how being rejected for speaking sparked a new journey.More on her TED Talk, The Energy of Thought. Distinguishing between positivity and intentionality.Becoming conscious of the decisions we are making. Insights from her book, The Productivity Zone, on barriers to productivity.Three things that support getting into the zone as a high achiever Examples of how Penny resets and approaches her tendency to say yes to everything.How failing to delegate can sabotage productivity, especially as a leader.Challenging yourself to ask questions about where you are most effective and where you can let go.Penny's thoughts on hiring others and understanding the value of your time. Setting the necessary criteria to set priorities.Becoming more dynamic in changing the way that we do things.Where to pre-order The Reset Mindset. Why her approach to focus is different: it's simple, accessible, sticky language.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Penny ZenkerPenny Zenker on X Penny Zenker on LinkedInPenny Zenker's TEDx TalkThe Reset MindsetThe Productivity ZoneTony RobbinsRyan Lang on LinkedInBrook Bishop on LinkedInEmpire PartnersEmpire AcademyThe Coaching Equation Podcast on iTunes

In this episode, we sit down with Patrick Francey, a multi-business owner and the CEO of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN), to delve into the complexities of the US and Canadian markets and the different real estate market cycles. Patrick is a highly experienced real estate investor and entrepreneur with over 40 years in the industry. As the CEO of REIN, he guides investors through the nuances of real estate investment to help them build successful portfolios. In our conversation, Patrick shares his journey into real estate investing, what got him interested in it, and the significant differences between the US and Canadian markets. Explore the importance of understanding regional economic fundamentals, having a clear investment strategy, the value of focusing on regional markets, and how to prepare for economic cycles. Gain insights into the aspects to consider before investing in a property, why there is no bad time for real estate investing, the importance of being a problem solver, and the various hurdles investors face in real estate. He also shares lessons from his real estate investment journey and why it is vital to stay educated and savvy to be successful. Tune in to uncover the secret behind navigating the ever-changing real estate market with Patrick Francey!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Patrick, his company, and how he got involved in real estate.Learn about the differences in real estate investment between the US and Canada.Discover the importance of regional market analysis over national averages.Regional economic aspects to consider, such as GDP and job growth.Explore the pros and cons of immediate and long-term investment strategies. Navigating the real estate cycle and adjusting strategies accordingly.The role of partnerships and aligning values with partners.Unpack the impact of economic cycles on investment opportunities.Patrick shares advice for budding real estate investors. Why being a problem solver in real estate is essential for success. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Patrick Francey on LinkedInPatrick Francey on InstagramPatrick Francey on XReal Estate Investment Network (REIN)The Everyday Millionaire PodcastThe Wealthy BarberRich Dad Poor DadAsset Management Mastery Facebook GroupBreak of Day Capital Break of Day Capital InstagramBreak of Day Capital YouTubeGary Lipsky on LinkedInJoseph Fang on LinkedIn

Are you curious about the evolving landscape of recruitment and the secrets behind successful talent acquisition strategies? In today's episode, I sit down with Kelsey Sorensen, Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition at Black Crow AI, to discuss the dynamics of recruitment in both traditional and startup environments. With a career spanning over a decade in recruitment, Kelsey has honed her expertise in sourcing, candidate assessment, and strategic human resource planning. Her commitment to fostering authentic connections and her ability to create impactful interactions have earned her recognition as a top performer in the field. Black Crow AI is a company that specializes in providing real-time machine-learning predictions without the need for coding. In our conversation, we discuss the how and why of her recruitment journey, her experience in the agency approach to recruiting, and her memorable career moments. Explore how her current role differs from her previous roles and why she prefers a relationship-centric approach to recruitment. Discover why career stability has become critical to candidates, the pros and cons of working for a startup, and hear Kelsey unpack the concept of career stability. Gain insights into the benefits of being a generalist in the recruitment space, the value of stepping outside of the traditional HR role, why you need to love the product or service to take the job, and much more.    Key Points From This Episode:   Background about Kelsey and how she knew recruiting was the career for her. We delve into the pros and cons of the agency approach recruitment. Details about her current role at Black Crow AI and what she enjoys about it. Unpack the concept of job stability and why candidates are seeking it. How marketing can be utilized to enhance recruitment strategies. Ways that Kelsey incorporates marketing aspects in her approach to recruitment. Explore how to sell the vision of the company to future employees. The benefits of working in a startup environment. Her methods for building the recruitment pipeline at Black Crow AI. What she has planned for her future career trajectory. She shares advice and recommendations for fellow recruiters.    Quotes:   “Just, ‘Smile and dial' is what we used to say in the agency days.” — Kelsey Sorensen [0:06:01]   “I hate to break it to you but no job is permanent.” — Kelsey Sorensen [0:08:01]   “I don't think [career] stability means the same thing for every single person.” — Kelsey Sorensen [0:09:06]   “I have my hands in all different areas of the organization which allows me to paint a clear picture of what we are building and developing [at Black Crow AI] to candidates.” — Kelsey Sorensen [0:17:26]   Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:   Kelsey Sorensen on LinkedIn Black Crow AI Talk Talent to Me Hired  

Imagine Africa built their infrastructure using the same systems as the Western World. Embracing sustainability is a critical element of building a greener future for Africa and the world. Leander Moons is the Founding Owner of Studio OMT Architects, a mass timber architecture and urban design firm working in Africa and Europe. During this episode, he joins us to chat about building in Africa in collaboration with local communities. We discuss the rising industry of mass timber and its potential impact on the future of construction. We explore the opportunities and sustainability considerations for scaling timber construction in Africa, and the various projects in development by Leander's firm in Fumba Town Zanzibar; including Africa's tallest timber tower. Join us for an insightful conversation filled with hope for the impact of green choices in Africa on the world beyond its borders. Thank you for listening.Key Points From This Episode:Background on Leander Moons, Founding Owner of Studio OMT Architects.What mass timber is and where it is predominantly used. Considerations for combining modern materials with traditional methods.Barriers to developing a more robust local timber production industry.Sustainable practices in Tanzania and capitalizing on the lifecycle of a tree.Restoring forest life in the plantations and forests that have been lost due to monoculture.Research into the new products of engineered and mass timber.Tree engineering, breeding, and designing and associated challenges. How Leander came to work in this industry in Africa.Promoting sustainability and local investment through landmark projects.The cost curve of timber as a raw material.A projected timeline of adoption for timber on a larger scale.How financing creates a blockage.Projects in planning including the CheiChei housing project.The importance of building sustainably in Africa and interacting meaningfully with the local communities. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Leander Moons on LinkedInStudio OMT ArchitectsCharter Cities InstituteCharter Cities Institute on FacebookCharter Cities Institute on X

Welcome to the first episode of The Coaching Equation, a show helping you take your coaching business to the next level. In this episode, we sit down with Rory Vaden, author of Take the Stairs and Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group, to unpack why you need to have a personal brand in today's market, how to start building a personal brand, and what a personal brand is not. Rory is a renowned New York Times bestselling author, respected entrepreneur, and Hall of Fame speaker dedicated to empowering small business owners to amplify their reputation and revenue. In our conversation, we discuss the role of faith and trust in achieving your true potential, what it means to take inspired action, and why pursuing your goals with full force is vital. We explore why God does not give you everything you want and the value of failure in achieving your goals. Discover why you should save the best for first, why trust must happen before a transaction, and the fundamental pillars of creating content. Gain insights into the business of speaking, fostering trust with your clients, leveraging your greatness to make a difference, and more! We also delve into topics Rory has never discussed before, so this is an interview you don't want to miss! Tune in to discover the secret sauce for creating a personal brand with Rory Vaden!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Rory, his roots in sales, and how Brand Builders Group was born.Hear the real reason why Rory and AJ sold their previous business.How he navigated the emotional upheaval after selling the business.Explore reconciling your hopes and dreams with your failures.Finding a balance between working too little and working too much.He shares his perspective on faith and the perspective it provides. Discover what a personal brand is and what it is not.Why cultivating trust should come before the transaction.Unpack Rory's approach to content: the Modular Content Method.Making a difference in the world through your personal brand.The best piece of personal branding advice that Rory has ever been given.Common misconceptions about the business of speaking.Final words of advice Rory has for listeners.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Rory Vaden Rory Vaden on LinkedIn Rory Vaden on XTake the StairsBrand Builders GroupBrand Builders Group Free CallThe Influential Personal Brand PodcastThe Influential Personal Brand Podcast on StitcherThe Influential Personal Brand Podcast on AppleAJ Vaden on LinkedInAJ Vaden on XLewis HowesSchool of Greatness PodcastRyan Lang on LinkedInBrook Bishop on LinkedInEmpire PartnersEmpire Academy

Do you know where the meat on your plate comes from? Being informed about where your meat comes from and supporting producers who prioritize animal welfare and sustainable practices is essential for promoting ethical meat sourcing. In this episode, we take you on a journey alongside Chris Carter, co-founder of Porter Road, to uncover the intricate workings of the food industry, the evolution of ethical meat sourcing, and how his company is making a difference. In our conversation, we discuss how Porter Road Butcher is redefining the meat industry, supporting local farmers, and striving for transparency and ethical practices. We unpack Porter Road's farm-to-table story, its symbiotic relationship with local farmers, why transparency is vital, and more. Gain valuable insights into the truth about traditional agriculture, the path toward pasture-raised meat, and the core values that drive Porter Road's success. Chris also shares Porter Road's vision for the industry and invaluable words of wisdom for those interested in joining the space. Tune in as we peel back the layers of ethical butchery and uncover the stories behind your food with Chris Carter! Key Points From This Episode: •Background about Chris and his role at the company.•His path into the industry and journey to Porter Road.•How the industry landscape has changed since starting the company.•What makes Porter Road unique: Chris and James' partnership.•The challenges of growing and expanding such a unique company.•Hear about their innovative approach to harvesting.•Why the company decided to open its own harvesting facility.•Outline of the issues surrounding transparency in agriculture.•Discover how Porter Road is helping support local farmers.•Conventional farming practices and how Porter Road is different.•Details about Porter Road's exceptionally high standards.•Insights into the impact the company is making in the meat industry.•Chris shares advice for budding butcher shop entrepreneurs. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Chris Carter on LinkedInChris Carter on InstagramJames Peisker on LinkedInJames Peisker on InstagramPorter RoadPorter Road on YouTubeKemmons Wilson School of HospitalityLe Cordon Bleu College of Culinary ArtsGlen Leven FarmPrimaFoodiePrimaFoodie on InstagramPrimaFoodie on FacebookPrimaFoodie on PinterestPrimaFoodie on YouTube

Joining us today is Pat O'Toole, the Chief Marketing Officer of the iconic Burger King. Recorded in person at the Burger King headquarters in sunny Miami, Florida, this episode unveils the highly-anticipated Million Dollar Whopper campaign and insider secrets to Burger King's “Reclaim the Flame” plan to accelerate growth. Pat is an accomplished marketing executive with a proven track record in elevating iconic brands to new heights. With a deep understanding of global markets and a history of steering some of the most beloved brands, he continues to make a lasting impact on the marketing landscape. In our conversation, we discuss his path from broadcast journalist to marketing guru, why now is the most exciting time in marketing history, and how the company is celebrating people's unique tastes through the Million Dollar Whopper campaign. You'll gain valuable insights into multi-location marketing in the fast-food space, serving franchisees and the end consumer, the next generation of marketing, and much more. To discover how Pat is taking Burger King's marketing to new heights, tune in today!Key Points From This Episode:Background on Pat and the historic Burger King headquarters in Miami, Florida.His journey from journalism to marketing executive. The state of the current marketing landscape and how it will evolve.What a Million Dollar Whopper is and the motivation for it.The story, process, and technology behind the Million Dollar Whopper campaign.Burger King's Reclaim the Flame plan and Pat's role in it.Insights into the company's overall remodel strategy.How Burger King is servicing both franchisees and the end-consumer.Pat's transition from marketing in CPG to the fast-food space.Essential advice that Pat has for budding marketers. Ways that he is mentoring the next generation of marketers.A lighting round of marketing-related questions. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Pat O'Toole on LinkedInBurger KingMillion Dollar Whopper CompetitionOKRPPepsiCoClicks 2 Bricks Marketing Leaders Coffee Chat

Reproductive Justice and Venture Capital may seem like unrelated areas of interest, but in reality, they are interconnected in many ways! Policy expert, writer, educator, and producer, Heidi Williamson, hosts a conversation with Marcela Howell and Ulili Onovakpuri to explore these intersections and imagine an empowered future for all. Kicking off our conversation, we are introduced to Marcela's work as President, CEO and Founder of In Our Own Voices with the National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda, and Ulili's role as partner at Kapor Capital. Sparked by 2020's protests against police brutality, there has been a movement towards racial justice and equity within and beyond criminal justice. This conversation centers health, reproductive justice, and freedom for all. Join us as we differentiate between sectors, explore both tensions and possibilities, and consider the role that investors can play in ensuring reproductive justice. Thanks for tuning in!  Key Points From This Episode: Background on host Heidi Williamson, policy expert, writer, educator, producer, and voice for change. Welcoming Marcela Howell, president, CEO, and Founder of In Our Own Voices: National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda. An introduction to Ulili Onovakpuri, partner at Kapor Capital, an early-stage, social-impact venture capital firm. Context for the conversation with 2020's protests against police brutality in mind. Understanding that criminal justice is not the only area where racial justice and equity is necessary. What to bear in mind if you are new to understanding reproductive justice. Ulili's relationship with impact investment and what it means to her and the team at Kapor Capital. Defining reproductive justice and why it is important to this conversation. Ulili's perspective on venture capital.  The work of educating investors on access issues faced by poor communities. How the COVID-19 pandemic revealed inequalities in our world. Why investment in Black communities benefits everyone.  The importance of reaching out to Black communities to communicate how innovations can help. Why it is necessary to enter communities to see opportunity. Why reproductive healthcare is about economics, culture, and more. The reason behind the inherent lack of trust between Black people and venture capitalists. Being intentional about having people from the community you are serving on your team. Why fighting racism is a long-term investment that requires building trust over time.  Potential and possibility demonstrated by a diverse show of support for Black Lives Matter. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Marcela Howell on LinkedIn  National Black Women's Reproductive Justice Agenda Heidi Williamson on LinkedIn Hummingbird Black Creative Ulili Onovakpuri on LinkedIn Kapor Capital Rhia Ventures P.S. Blossom on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ps-blossom/message

Podcast: The Rational Reminder Podcast (LS 56 · TOP 0.5% what is this?)Episode: Episode 280: Shane Parrish: Clear Thinking in Everyday LifePub date: 2023-11-23In this episode, we delve into the complexity of navigating life's challenges, taking risks, fostering self-confidence, and honing problem-solving skills. Joining us is Shane Parrish, a best-selling author, to help us unpack this nuanced topic through the lens of his new book, Clear Thinking. His latest publication is a roadmap for recognizing pivotal moments for clear thought and exposing how our defaults often drive us. He aims to empower readers to intervene, harness reasoning, and apply cognitive tools for better decision-making. Shane is also the founder of the website blog Farnam Street and the venture capitalist firm Syrus Partners. In our conversation, we explore the steps to becoming a clear thinker and how the mantra can be applied to our daily lives. We discuss how ordinary moments influence our decisions, the definition of true goals, and how to build self-confidence. We also unpack the barriers that hinder clear thinking, the difference between playing on hard and playing on easy, the value of continual growth, and much more. Tune in and discover how to master risk, confidence, and problem-solving with Shane Parrish!   Key Points From This Episode:   Background about Shane Parrish and his new best-selling book, Clear Thinking. (0:00:19) The significance of ordinary moments and the benefits of becoming a clear thinker. (0:03:19) Examples of how ordinary moments can multiply bigger decisions to zero. (0:06:32) Defining true goals, and why regularly reassessing them ensures personal growth. (0:08:20) Clear thinking's role in reaching goals and how it helps evaluate your objectives. (0:11:07) Discover the defaults that hinder clear thinking and strategies to overcome them. (0:12:19) Best practices as a decision-making tool and the value of unconventional paths. (0:25:22) Explore the role of self-confidence in clear thinking and taking the first step. (0:26:51) Learn about the importance of good habits in developing clear thinking. (0:33:03) Making your own rules, sticking to them, and how they can help in social situations. (0:36:23) Characterizing the problem before starting the problem-solving process. (0:44:17) Shane shares why he values time over money. (0:48:52) Steps for curating your mental environment and Shane's definition of success. (0:53:24) Links From Today's Episode:   Farnam Street — https://fs.blog/ Shane Parrish on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ Shane Parrish on X — https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Syrus Partners — https://www.syruspartners.com/ Clear Thinking — https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Thinking-Turning-Ordinary-Extraordinary/dp/0593086112 The Knowledge Project Podcast — https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/ Episode 19: Shane Parrish — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/19 Episode 143: Ashley Whillans — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/143 The Great Mental Models — https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086DQQ278 30 Lessons for Living — https://www.amazon.com/30-Lessons-Living-Advice-Americans/dp/0452298482 Rational Reminder on iTunes — https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rational-reminder-podcast/id1426530582. Rational Reminder Website — https://rationalreminder.ca/  Rational Reminder on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/rationalreminder/ Rational Reminder on X — https://twitter.com/RationalRemind Rational Reminder on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Rational Reminder Email — info@rationalreminder.ca Benjamin Felix — https://www.pwlcapital.com/author/benjamin-felix/  Benjamin on X — https://twitter.com/benjaminwfelix Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/ Cameron Passmore — https://www.pwlcapital.com/profile/cameron-passmore/ Cameron on X — https://twitter.com/CameronPassmore Cameron on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronpassmore/The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Benjamin Felix & Cameron Passmore, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

In this episode, we delve into the complexity of navigating life's challenges, taking risks, fostering self-confidence, and honing problem-solving skills. Joining us is Shane Parrish, a best-selling author, to help us unpack this nuanced topic through the lens of his new book, Clear Thinking. His latest publication is a roadmap for recognizing pivotal moments for clear thought and exposing how our defaults often drive us. He aims to empower readers to intervene, harness reasoning, and apply cognitive tools for better decision-making. Shane is also the founder of the website blog Farnam Street and the venture capitalist firm Syrus Partners. In our conversation, we explore the steps to becoming a clear thinker and how the mantra can be applied to our daily lives. We discuss how ordinary moments influence our decisions, the definition of true goals, and how to build self-confidence. We also unpack the barriers that hinder clear thinking, the difference between playing on hard and playing on easy, the value of continual growth, and much more. Tune in and discover how to master risk, confidence, and problem-solving with Shane Parrish!   Key Points From This Episode:   Background about Shane Parrish and his new best-selling book, Clear Thinking. (0:00:19) The significance of ordinary moments and the benefits of becoming a clear thinker. (0:03:19) Examples of how ordinary moments can multiply bigger decisions to zero. (0:06:32) Defining true goals, and why regularly reassessing them ensures personal growth. (0:08:20) Clear thinking's role in reaching goals and how it helps evaluate your objectives. (0:11:07) Discover the defaults that hinder clear thinking and strategies to overcome them. (0:12:19) Best practices as a decision-making tool and the value of unconventional paths. (0:25:22) Explore the role of self-confidence in clear thinking and taking the first step. (0:26:51) Learn about the importance of good habits in developing clear thinking. (0:33:03) Making your own rules, sticking to them, and how they can help in social situations. (0:36:23) Characterizing the problem before starting the problem-solving process. (0:44:17) Shane shares why he values time over money. (0:48:52) Steps for curating your mental environment and Shane's definition of success. (0:53:24) Links From Today's Episode:   Farnam Street — https://fs.blog/ Shane Parrish on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/ Shane Parrish on X — https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Syrus Partners — https://www.syruspartners.com/ Clear Thinking — https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Thinking-Turning-Ordinary-Extraordinary/dp/0593086112 The Knowledge Project Podcast — https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/ Episode 19: Shane Parrish — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/19 Episode 143: Ashley Whillans — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/143 The Great Mental Models — https://www.amazon.com/dp/B086DQQ278 30 Lessons for Living — https://www.amazon.com/30-Lessons-Living-Advice-Americans/dp/0452298482 Rational Reminder on iTunes — https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rational-reminder-podcast/id1426530582. Rational Reminder Website — https://rationalreminder.ca/  Rational Reminder on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/rationalreminder/ Rational Reminder on X — https://twitter.com/RationalRemind Rational Reminder on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Rational Reminder Email — info@rationalreminder.ca Benjamin Felix — https://www.pwlcapital.com/author/benjamin-felix/  Benjamin on X — https://twitter.com/benjaminwfelix Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/ Cameron Passmore — https://www.pwlcapital.com/profile/cameron-passmore/ Cameron on X — https://twitter.com/CameronPassmore Cameron on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronpassmore/

Grit is a personality trait or quality beyond talent or intelligence. It is about having the determination and resilience to overcome obstacles and stay committed to a task or objective. In this episode, we take a unique turn as we dive into the world of epic grit with special guest Clay Speakman. Clay, a distinguished entrepreneur who has navigated the complexities of building technology companies, ventured on an extraordinary 10-year journey. He conquered over 100 challenging events, including 12 ultra-marathons, the Spartan Agoge, and three 70-hour death races. In our conversation, he unveils the profound transformation he experienced through these grueling trials and shares how his epic grit philosophy can redefine success and fulfillment for anyone. We explore the power of grit, the significance of embracing challenges, how simple daily actions can transform your life, avoiding the comfort trap, and much more! Join us as we explore the boundaries of your potential and unlock the key to building lasting wealth and personal fulfillment. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Clay and his incredible grit journey.How grit can be developed and maintained.The importance of continually challenging yourself.History about his company EPIC GRIT.Clay provides practical tips for developing a grit mindset.He recounts his grueling experience at Death Race.Finding joy in adversity to transform your mindset.His approach to helping entrepreneurs find their grit.Avoiding the trap of seeking comfort.Upcoming plans, including a GRIT event in Georgia.Clay offers final words of advice to help find your grit.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Clay Speakman on LinkedInAllectiveThe EPIC GRIT Club on FacebookThe EPIC GRIT Club on InstagramThe EPIC GRIT Club EmailSpartan AgogeCanadian Death RaceAsset Management Mastery Facebook GroupBreak of Day CapitalBreak of Day Capital InstagramBreak of Day Capital YouTubeGary Lipsky on LinkedInJoseph Fang on LinkedIn

Today we're keeping the performance-based comp discussion going and looking at “Carried Interest” or “Carry” for short: performance-based compensation for closed-end funds – VC, PE, etc. One big structural difference from open-ended funds is that the GP typically doesn't get performance-based comp on paper (i.e., unrealized) gains. For a refresher on closed-end vs open-end funds, listen to Episode 9.Instead, proceeds from monetization events get distributed among the partners in proportions dictated by a complicated cascading mechanism in the fund's offering documents. That cascading mechanism is called: The Waterfall!Key Points From This Episode:Background on the Waterfall concept and an elegant analogy to help you visualize it.Examples of the waterfall in action – from simple to more complex.Descriptions of “preferred return” and “GP catchup” provisions.Ways to make the Waterfall even more complex.American vs European waterfalls.Disclaimer:This show is for informational purposes only. Nothing presented here constitutes legal advice. Tokens of Wisdom is produced by Dave Rothschild, partner at Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP headquartered in San Francisco, California. For more information, visit https://colefrieman.com/Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dave Rothschild - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcrothschild/Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP - https://colefrieman.com/Music by Joe Ginsberg - https://www.instagram.com/thejoeginsbergFor any questions or comments, email: tow@colefrieman.com

Most of us have preconceived ideas of what addiction looks like. In reality, it is a nuanced and powerful disease. Not everyone has the same experience regarding addiction and the subsequent road to recovery. In today's episode, CarrieRae Munson opens up about her own experiences with addiction and how she found the road to recovery. CarrieRae is the visionary behind Undersummers, a revolutionary women's clothing brand. She is also the chairman of FOB Rasor, an organization providing support services to veterans suffering from PTSD, addiction, and mental health issues. Due to her own experiences, CarrieRae is a deeply passionate advocate for drug and alcohol recovery, dedicating her free time to this crucial cause. We discuss her rollercoaster relationship with alcohol, how prescribed medication sparked her initial addiction to pills, the moment she realized she had a problem with alcohol, and how she got onto the path of recovery. Hear how she was initially able to function and manage her addiction to alcohol and how it eventually came crashing down around her. Share shares her moment of clarity and how an unlikely person helped her accept her addiction. Gain valuable insights into the recovery process, common misconceptions about addiction, the role God plays in her recovery, and much more. We hope you join us for this inspirational conversation with CarrieRae Munson, tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:• Background about CarrieRae and her first experience with alcohol.• Hear about her up-and-down relationship with drinking.• How a medical diagnosis triggered her addiction later in life.• Circumstances that escalated her substance abuse.• Her long recovery journey from prescribed medication.• Why she did not regard herself as an addict at the time.• Discover how addiction manifests in high-functioning individuals.• Examples of how her addiction to alcohol became unmanageable.• She shares her story of how she found recovery.• Moments of clarity and lessons from her recovery journey.• Early sobriety and building new friendships.• The role recovery plays in her marriage.• Details about FOB Rasor and the incredible work she is doing.• Words of advice for listeners struggling with addiction.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:CarrieRae Munson on LinkedInCarrieRae Munson on XUndersummersFOB RasorMosaics of MercyMosaics of Mercy | Resources

In this episode, we dive deep into the remarkable life and career of Jason Mayden, a true high-performer who has blazed his own trail in the worlds of tech, design, and corporate America. Join us as we explore the pivotal moments and inspiring insights that have shaped his extraordinary journey. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Trillicon Valley, an acclaimed design and strategy consultancy, he specializes in pioneering new ventures and orchestrating intricate negotiations involving athletes, entertainers, and global creatives through multi-stakeholder partnerships. As we delve deeper into Jason's narrative, we'll explore the mental hurdles and stereotypes he's faced, shedding light on the complex corporate dynamics in America and how they can affect an individual's self-worth. Learn about pivotal moments, including a life-changing connection with his high school art teacher and his intern experience at Nike. Discover how Jason's family and his determination helped him overcome overwhelming challenges and stereotypes. He also shares insights into the importance of self-worth, authenticity, and transcending job titles for fulfillment. Join us for this enlightening episode as we celebrate the life and career of Jason Mayden, a high-performer who not only navigated career transitions with grace but also redefined success on his own terms. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Jason and his current career transition decision.His childhood inspiration and overcoming health challenges.Jason shares an impactful moment with his high school art teacher.A profound conversation that changed the course of his life.Discover how he ended up working as an intern at Nike.Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech and design industriesHe shares the moment when he met his childhood hero Michael Jordon.What Jason values the most in his life: his family.Overcoming mental hurdles and stereotypes.Corporate dynamics in America and how it plays into an individual's self-worth.Standing up against the pressure to conform in corporate America.Shifting from employment to deployment.Recognizing that self-worth isn't tied to job titles or external markers of success.The value of accepting and embracing oneself.Discover the role of high expectations and faith in reaching your potential.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Jason Mayden on LinkedInTRILLICON VALLEY®NikeThe Song of SignificanceThe Speed of Grace Jeremy Utley 

By now, most of us have heard about why coaching is so central to any sort of professional or personal progress. Here on the show today to drill down on this subject and share his amazing journey and philosophy toward growth is Nick Santonastasso, the author of Victim to Victor: How to Overcome the Victim Mentality to Live the Life You Love. Nick is also a keynote speaker at our upcoming Vertical Street Ventures National Conference. This conversation serves as a great introduction to Nick's passion and insight and is sure to get you even more motivated to go and get your ticket, if you have not already! Being born with Hanhart Syndrome, Nick has faced many challenges that are foreign to much of the population and, as you will hear in our chat, Nick believes this equipped him with a vital solution-oriented mindset; something he believes is indispensable to success. We hear from our guest about his ideas around pattern recognition, the AIA framework for change, gratitude practices, and his best advice for changing an emotional and mental state. For a fresh dose of energy and wisdom from a young man making waves, be sure to listen in to this great episode!Key Points From This Episode:Background on Nick and how his journey with Hanhart Syndrome has affected his outlook. Important lessons that Nick learned early about failure and solutions. The conditioned and unconscious thought patterns that govern the majority of what we do.Taking steps to become aware of dangerous mindsets and thought patterns.How self-inducement works and why our focus dictates how we feel.   The ever-present possibility to change; why rewiring the brain is always an option.Confronting the victim mindset and our limiting beliefs!  Contextualizing weaknesses and realistic expectations for how much progress we can make.  The core of our limiting beliefs and how feeling worthy can impact this. How Nick uses questions to help his clients make breakthroughs. Nick's thought's on gratitude and his own practice around fostering it.  The small promises that can aid us in building self-confidence and momentum. Nick explains his idea of finding leverage as a means for change. How to get in contact with Nick and looking forward to his keynote speech at the Vertical Street Ventures National Conference!  Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Nick Santonastasso on InstagramNick Santonastasso on TwitterVictim to VictorTony RobbinsJoseph CampbellJim Rohn Vertical Street VenturesVertical Street Ventures National ConferencePeter Pomeroy on LinkedIn Peter Pomeroy Email Passive Income Through Multifamily Real Estate Facebook Group

If you start an art publication from scratch with virtually no capital, prepare to get creative with your time and resources. Today's guest, Victor Gonzalez, founded GRØSS Magazine fresh out of college with a gleam in his eye and few assets to his name. Fast forward seven years, and the once wobbly publication has blossomed into Grøss Creative Studio, a thriving media company also known as the GCS Agency. “Coming into print publishing with very shallow pockets—it really made me resourceful,” says Victor, who also heads GRØSS as the editor in chief. “I had to lean into that quality. I think that quality has always been instilled in me because I'm the product of immigrant parents, who were just always resourceful, trying to find their own way, trying to do the most with what they had, and figure out ways to stretch their resources, whether it was money or any kind of resource.”The GCS brand currently houses two initiatives. There's GRØSS, a contemporary art platform focused on creating space for creative talent, cross-pollination, and ingenuity. Then there's Relish, a traveling art initiative that empowers, connects, and celebrates creative communities everywhere through a growing range of special projects.“For the past seven years that I've been running these brands, I've worked with a lot of really, really talented artists,” says Victor, who curates and writes for GRØSS. “Because of that, I've definitely had a hard time identifying as an artist…when I tell [people] what I do, they're like, ‘Oh, are you an artist yourself?' I would usually kind of shy away and be like, ‘Oh, no. Not really.' But getting back into this has helped me claim my own identity as an artist, a creative.”Tune into our conversation with GRØSS Magazine's Victor Gonzalez to hear the founder's thoughts on writing (“very therapeutic”) and get a sneak peek at the upcoming art documentary he's producing. Key Points From This Episode:Background on Victor, his love of art, and his entrepreneurial pursuits.His publication, GRØSS Magazine, and what motivated him to launch the GCS Agency. How the pandemic reinvigorated his passion for art and artists.Victor's thoughts on why he struggles with identifying as an artist.Being the child of immigrant parents and the resourcefulness they instilled in him.Ways that Victor has honed his writing skills over the years.Starting a media company with virtually no capital and the art of wearing many different hats!The story behind the name, GRØSS.How he founded the Relish Traveling Art Program as a way to create community.Victor's take on the current state of art media and art journalism.AI in the art world and how Victor has been using it for rapid ideation.A sneak peek at the art documentary that he's is producing.Victor's first anniversary with his wife and the “miraculous” story of how they met.Tips for artists on building their practice, their career, and their business,Some of the exciting upcoming plans for GRØSS and Relish.For more information, please visit http://notrealart.com/gross-magazine

Being a solo dentist in a small town offers a chance to be an essential healthcare provider in the community, build strong patient relationships, and experience professional growth. While it comes with its challenges, the experience can be personally and professionally gratifying for dentists who have a passion for community service and patient care. Joining us today to share his experience of working as a solo practitioner in a rural setting is Dr. Brad W. Ray, an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon based at Plattsburgh Oral Surgery, PC in the North Country. We start by hearing about his OMFS training and professional career journey, from an overseas exchange program to working at prestigious institutions, and his overall approach to dentistry. Then, we unpack the nuances of working as a solo practitioner and what it takes to run a successful dental practice in a rural setting. We discuss Dr. Ray's patient-centric approach, the secrets to thriving in a small community, and his cutting-edge guided implant surgery method. Gain valuable insights into the Canadian dental surgery scene, implant protocols, 3D printing dental implants, essential advice for aspiring oral surgeons, and so much more! Tune in today as we unravel the solo dentist's success story in a small town with Dr. Brad W. Ray. Key Points From This Episode:Background about Dr. Ray, his diverse training, and practice setup.What he enjoys most about his job: meeting new people.A look at his approach to onboarding patients.Benefits of creating a positive environment for patients.The secret to growing a dental practice in a small community.Differences in competition between urban and rural settings.Ups and downs of working as a solo practitioner in a rural setting.Dr. Ray's unique and cost-effective guided implant surgery method.Insights into his implant protocol and how he leverages 3D printing.Essential advice about patience and dedication for aspiring oral surgeons.An insider's look at the Canadian dental surgery scene.Steps to becoming professionally recognized in Canada.Finding your niche in the dental profession.We end with a set of fun, rapid-fire questions!Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Brad W. Ray on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-w-ray-b2125a57/Dr. Brad W. Ray Email — dr.bradray@gmail.com Plattsburgh Oral Surgery, PC — https://www.plattsburghoralsurgery.com/McGill University — https://www.mcgill.ca/SprintRay — https://sprintray.comICOMS 2023 – https://www.iaoms.org/education/icoms-2023-vancouver/Good Night, and Good Luck — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0433383/KLS Martin (Promo Code: EOSSummer2023) — https://www.klsmartin.com/Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Coaches and mentors offer a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and experience to help individuals overcome challenges, expand their skill set, and tap into their true potential. In this episode, I speak to Stephanie Anne Hughson, aka @itsxogingy on Instagram, the CEO, coach and content creator behind a multi-million dollar coaching business. Dubbed the "unicorn" of the industry, Stephanie is a content creator, influencer, and wealth expander extraordinaire. She has transformed her passion for social media and brand building into a life-changing coaching practice, complete with one of the most innovative personal online brands. Her coaching secret is maintaining a perfect balance of practical steps and energetic momentum that make her teachings truly transformative. In our conversation, we talk about energetic matches, showing up without the intention of getting something in return, and why courage and confidence are the basis for her mentoring approach. We also delve into the role of courage and confidence in her life, embracing failure, an essential realization from her personal journey, how she helps her clients ignite their own courage, and what it means to lead yourself through fear. We explore why some people resist the concept of coaching, before exploring what it means to take accountability for your success and failure, the type of relationship a client should have with their coaches, the secret to true transformation, and much more! Tune in and get ready to unlock your full potential with the coach you never knew you needed, Stephanie Anne Hughson! Key Points From This Episode: Background about today's guest, Stephanie Anne Hughson. How much you can expect to pay for a consultation with Stephanie. We discuss the value of energetic matches. What sets Stephanie's approach to coaching apart from that of other coaches. Learn about her personal journey to achieving the success she enjoys today. Why courage and confidence are core to her coaching methodology. Developing confidence through courage and why it is okay to embrace failure. Reasons why the people Stephanie coaches are able to achieve massive success. She shares her definition of success and why you should make the most of small moments. Find out how clients can leverage a coach or mentor to reach their full potential. We explore why some people are hesitant to coaching or mentorship. The type of relationship that clients should develop with their coach. Discover the secret to achieving true personal transformation. A final takeaway message that Stephanie has for listeners. Tweetables:   “I have actually, 100%, built my life and business through courage, not even confidence.” — Stephanie Anne Hughson [11:49]   “Courage is evolution, courage keeps us on an edge, and courage keeps us growing.” — Stephanie Anne Hughson [12:50]   “The point of the journey is to make mistakes and do good things. How else do we live?” — Stephanie Anne Hughson [22:31]   “I like to make the small moments really special and that is what I define as the ‘time of my life.'” — Stephanie Anne Hughson [28:44]   “Do not just listen to what the mentor is saying, look at who the mentor is.” — Stephanie Anne Hughson [32:26]   “Coaching is about relationships and every relationship has a different timeline and a different journey.” — Stephanie Anne Hughson [42:25]   Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Stephanie Anne Hughson on Instagram CPTSD Medicine on Instagram Tanner Wallace on Facebook HELD By Tanner Email List CPTSD Medicine Podcast  

The concept of the metaverse has been around for decades, but recent advances in technology and the growing popularity of virtual worlds and online gaming have led to renewed interest in the idea. To help us unpack the nuance of the metaverse is Yonatan Raz-Fridman, the CEO and Founder of Supersocial, a metaverse enterprise building immersive digital experiences. Supersocial aims to pioneer the future of digital interactions, where people can seamlessly merge reality with fantasy and connect in ways that transcend physical boundaries. In our conversation, we unpack the complexity of the metaverse and its potential to shake up traditional commerce. We dive into the behavior shift happening around the metaverse and whether it'll be adopted by the current or next generation of users. Discover the opportunities Supersocial is creating and how virtual worlds can help businesses achieve brand recognition and create unforgettable branded experiences. We hear how virtual worlds are breaking down barriers within commerce, an example of a brand helping Supersocial innovate in the space, the power of user-generated content, and much more. Tune in to this enlightening episode as we unravel the potential of virtual worlds and the exciting future that lies ahead for individuals and businesses alike. “I think for this new generation, the virtual world is essentially not a mimic of real life. It's a whole different frontier.” — @yonatanrf Key Points From This Episode: Background about Yon and why he decided to start Supersocial. How Supersocial is different from a traditional gaming studio. We discuss the future of virtual worlds and the ways video games will evolve. The opportunities for innovation that Unreal Engine 5 provides. An overview of the challenges associated with building virtual worlds. Yon unpacks the behavior shift regarding the metaverse. Whether the metaverse will be adopted by the current or next generation of users. Why Minecraft has only been viewed as a video game and not as a platform. Find out how virtual worlds can help brand recognition and branded experiences. Bringing virtual worlds and traditional commerce together. Hear an example of a brand that is leveraging the virtual space. Ways customer relationship management is being redefined. Discover the possibilities of the metaverse facilitating e-commerce virtually and physically.

The rise of Web3, blockchain, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) has disrupted many industries, including video gaming. To help us unpack the role of Web3 in the video game industry is John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games, a game tech studio pioneering digital asset ownership, scarcity, and secondary markets. Their team creates products to drive consumer adoption of distributed ledger tech. John has a deep love for video games and a curiosity for exploring the potential of blockchain technologies. In our conversation, we talk about his approach to revolutionizing the future of gaming by integrating blockchain technology, rethinking game economics, and the intersection of traditional gaming and crypto. Learn how the industry has shifted in recent years, the opportunities of the Web3 space, the power of digital assets, converging technologies and concepts, and the tug-of-war between centralization and decentralization within the gaming industry. We discuss the Metaverse and interoperability, and hear about the exciting collaborations that Mythical Games is working on. Tune in and discover the future of gaming with John Linden! “I think the next 10 years in gaming will be more transformative than the last 25 have been.” — @johnwastaken Key Points From This Episode: Background about John and a brief history of Mythical Games. How Mythical Games' approach to game development differs from the traditional approach. John shares his views on play-to-earn video games, and why the concept was not widely adopted. The foundation of a good blockchain game and the role of digital assets. Learn how Mythical Games is leveraging blockchain technology to disrupt the gaming industry. Overview of the challenges game developers face in the Web3 space. What makes Web3 video games different, and why blockchain is made for gaming. Learn what is needed to build a successful open Metaverse for consumers. Whether interoperability is a necessary component of the Metaverse. He explains the road map for Mythical Games and how the concepts will not be limited to the video game industry. Ways in which the Web3 space will be beneficial for streamers and influencers. Hear about the exciting collaboration between the NFL and Mythical Games.

We are still under the 2020 Title IX regulations, so it's essential to get in compliance with them! During today's conversation, your host, Courtney Bullard, unpacks the topic of emergency removals and administrative leave, and the surrounding procedures and regulations. Tune in to hear what coordinators are permitted to do, how to distinguish between disciplinary and supportive measures, and why it is so important to do an individualized safety and risk assessment to determine the threat level in question. Hear what ICS recommends for decision-making and involving a threat assessment team before we touch on the ongoing analysis to determine the appropriate measures to take. Join us today to stay informed on all this and more! Thanks for listening.    Key Points From This Episode: Background on your host, Courtney Bullard. What you will learn if you revisit our first episode. Today's topic: emergency removals and administrative leave under Title IX.  A reminder that we are currently under the 2020 Title IX regulations. An invitation to Diamond Level Community Partners to do our Level 2 Specialty Course. Who this episode is most relevant to: Title IX Coordinators, Deputy Title IX Coordinators, Student Affairs Professionals, and beyond. The formal Title IX process under 2020 regulations.  The limited follow-up coordinators are allowed to do.  Supportive measures and the surrounding requirements. Distinguishing between discipline and supportive measures. The individualized safety and risk assessment that must take place to determine the level of threat. Providing the opportunity to challenge an emergency removal. Why it is not recommended that the Title IX coordinator acts as an administrator if he or she is making the final decision. What emergency removals are for: emergencies and immediate threats. Highlighting that administrative leave is not intended for emergencies. The importance of involving a threat assessment team. Ongoing analysis to determine appropriate supportive measures that can be put in place. A recommendation to make sure there is something on Title IX included in your policies. What to expect next on this podcast.   Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: The Law and Education Podcast Episode 01: About This Podcast and Your Host, Courtney Bullard ICS Lawyer Higher Ed Community Access K-12 Community Access Higher Ed Virtual Certified IX Training K-12 Virtual Certified Title IX Training ICS Blog Courtney Bullard on Twitter  Courtney Bullard Email

Today we have the privilege of speaking to Chris Cederstrand, a man who has overcome incredible odds to become a true champion of the human spirit. A former aspiring hockey player, Chris's life was forever altered when he lost his leg in a devastating construction accident. But rather than giving into despair, he chose to forge a new path; one of inspiration and hope. As North America's first above-the-knee amputee firefighter, Chris has shown that true bravery is not the absence of fear but the willingness to face it head-on. Through his work with the Cederstrand Foundation, Chris has helped to empower countless individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential. In our conversation, he shares how he lost his hockey career due to concussions, the impact post-concussion syndrome had on his physical and mental health, and details about the accident that changed his life forever. Chris also tells us about how his approach to life changed, how his original prosthetic limb initially limited him, his struggle with medication, and the impactful role that sports played in his recovery. Hear about how he fulfilled a childhood dream despite his amputation, the biggest barrier to getting a prosthetic, the other people he drew inspiration from, the importance of mindset, and a takeaway message he has for listeners. Tune in to hear why the only limits in life are the ones you place on yourself with inspiration, Chris Cederstrand!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Chris, his life growing up, and his hockey career.Details about the traumatic construction accident that changed his life.The moment he realized that his life had been dramatically altered.He takes us through his recovery and how he was able to cope with his new reality.How he was able to remain hopeful despite the negativity around him.The challenges that amputees face finding the correct prosthetic limb.Find out how he met his current prosthetist and why it was a game-changer.Learn about the issues associated with medication as an amputee.Chris explains the type of pain he felt after the accident and phantom limb syndrome.He tells us about the alternative therapies and treatments he tried.Discover how he was able to finance and fund his various prosthetics.Hear about his sledge hockey experience and playing for the national team.What approach he used to develop his positive and relentless mindset.We learn about the Cederstrand Foundation and how they are helping people with disabilities.Links Mentioned:Chris Cederstrand Chris Cederstrand on InstagramChris Cederstrand on LinkedInChris Cederstrand on FacebookKidSport CalgaryCederstrand FoundationNational Hockey League Red Deer RebelsTyler McGregorBilly BridgesC.T. FletcherNathaniel ErnstNathaniel Ernst on LinkedInNATEFITNATEFIT on FacebookNATEFIT on Instagram

The market crash of 2008 had broad economic impacts that placed livelihoods under pressure. The plunging market caused people to reconsider their career paths and seek alternative sources of income. Today's guest, Don Spafford, was originally in finance and focused on investment securities; however, the market crash forced him to contemplate his career trajectory. He ultimately found his way into real estate investing, starting with a humble portfolio that has grown exponentially over a short period of time. In this episode, we uncover Don's secret to success and discuss his real estate investment career. We talk about the moment he realized that real estate investment was worth the risk, how he was able to purchase his first property with very little capital, and how real estate got him interested in commercial property. We learn about his approach to risk aversion, details of how Happy Campy Capital operates, the benefits of investing in a campground or RV park, and how he monetizes campgrounds. Hear insights into how to be successful in commercial property, how to grow your network, advice for investors who want to form a team or partnership, and much more. Tune in, and discover the opportunities of commercial property and how to leverage it with Don Spafford!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Don and his real estate investment journey.What motivated Don to consider real estate investing as a career.A useful resource and community that helped him excel from the start.The factors he used to determine whether the investment was worth the risk.Learn about the Happy Camper Capital business model.Hear the reasons RV parks and campgrounds are worthy investments.An overview of the value-add amenities that attract people to Don's campgrounds.He shares details about other income streams associated with campgrounds.Find out whether there are different levels or classes of RV parks.Don's goal when acquiring a commercial property like a campground.The common attributes that Happy Camper Capital investors share. Don explains why people choose to invest with Happy Camper Capital.Discover the return that investors can expect from working with Don.The avenues available to begin investing in RV parks and campgrounds.Advice for investors who want to be a part of a team. The impact Don's faith has had on his business career.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Don Spafford on LinkedInDon Spafford on FacebookHappy Camper CapitalBiggerPocketsAdam Lendi on LinkedInJustin Hoggatt on LinkedInVertical Street Ventures VSV Academy Passive Income Through Multifamily Real Estate Facebook GroupPeter Pomeroy on LinkedInPeter Pomeroy Email

Throughout a person's career, they acquire many skills beneficial to entrepreneurism. Recognizing those skills creates fantastic opportunities to pursue your passions and follow your dreams. In this episode, we talk to Lex Evan, the Founder, CEO, and chef of the first conscious and sustainable bakery. Lexington Bakes is a luxury bakeshop creating decadent, handmade desserts using consciously sourced ingredients. Lex is known for his audacious and inventive personality and for turning big ideas into reality. He is also deeply passionate about positively impacting society and the planet through effective leadership and entrepreneurship. In our conversation, we hear about his experience building brands, why he decided to start selling baked goods, how they constantly sell out despite the price, and his commitment to using only consciously sourced ingredients. We also discuss what he has learned from previous leadership roles, arrogance as an antidote for imposter syndrome, how design and marketing strategies have changed for global brands, and insider details about Lexington Bakes. Tune in and discover how to leverage your experiences to pursue your passions with Lex Evan!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Lex and Lexington Bakes.How his past work experience prepared him for the CPG space.He shares where his inclination for leadership originated.We unpack what it takes to be an effective leader.The difference between arrogance and confidence as a business owner.His experience working at Johnson & Johnson and the lessons learned.Why Lex decided to leave his job and start a food company.Reasons why he chose to sell baked goods over skincare products. What makes Lexington Bakes products different from other baked goods.Find out why a square cookie is better than a round cookie.Learn tips for communicating a brand effectively to consumers.Lex explains why his products sell out despite the high price.Discover how a higher price point can help build a brand. How to build trust in your brand: transparency. Advice that Lex has for people considering starting their own company.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Lex EvanLex Evan on TwitterLex Evan on InstagramLex Evan on LinkedInLexington BakesLexington Bakes on InstagramLexington Bakes on TikTokLexington Bakes on TwitterLexington Bakes on FacebookJohnson & JohnsonModern Species Gage Mitchell on LinkedInGage Mitchell on TwitterBrands for a Better World - Evolve CPGBrands for a Better World CommunityBrands for a Better World on YouTubeBrands for a Better World Email

How do you grow your “brand” as a freelancer? Does the hype around the importance of a healthy work-life balance make sense? This week, we feature an episode of The Joyful Freelancer that our very own Gage Mitchell was on recently to answer these questions. The host of the podcast, Katherine Gustafson, evoked Gage to delve into some of his favorite social media rants, how to engineer your life to be more fulfilling, and his approach to growing mission-driven brands. Tuning in, you'll hear the origin story of EvolveCPG and Modern Species, the value of marrying work with your passions, why saying no can lead to better opportunities, and the reasons why strengths and weaknesses are situational, plus much more. Gage hopes this episode will motivate listeners to reach for their goals in the coming year, so listen in to find out more and feel inspired!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Gage, the work he does, and the projects he is currently working on.Whether or not he works with Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) exclusively.An overview of the many brands Gage has worked with.How he approaches working with brands to showcase their values and products.Growing your brand as a freelancer and why it is essential to be successful.How freelancing led to the formation of Modern Species and EvolveCPG.The inspiration behind the name of the company: Modern Species.What Gage means when he says, “work-life balance is a waste of time”.Why turning down work can actually lead to more and better opportunities.Ways in which strengths and weaknesses are dependent on the situation.Katherine and Gage share their experiences working as freelancers.The importance of understanding your character traits.What it is like being a creative working within a corporate space.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:The Joyful Freelancer on InstagramThe Joyful Freelancer on TwitterThe Joyful Freelancer on Apple PodcastsThe Joyful Freelancer on Audible Organic ValleyAlter EcoMamma ChiaNutivaYumbutterModern Species Gage Mitchell on LinkedInGage Mitchell on Twitter Evolve CPGEvolve CPG CommunityEvolve CPG on YouTubeEvolve CPG Email

Welcome to the premiere episode of ‘The PrimaFoodie Podcast', a conversation series that looks at how we eat, our food system, and the changes we need to see for a healthier future. In our first episode, we look at the world of packaged foods with guest Parker Brook. The Founder and CEO of Lovebird Cereal, a company that provides grain-free cereals made with no refined sugar and only whole ingredients, Parker is on a mission to change the food system with his profit-with-purpose business approach. He previously worked for a giant corporate food company, but with the birth of his daughter and the mounting pressures of his autoimmune condition, his outlook on food and health changed. Parker ultimately made a giant leap to start his company and follow his food values. In this episode, we learn about his health journey, the genesis behind Lovebird Cereal, and what he hopes to achieve with the company. We also delve into the conflicting philosophies of big food companies regarding nutrition and profit, and the many reasons why we all should avoid conventional packaged foods. Also, we find out why we can't rely on the FDA to protect our health—and so much more. Parker's insight is educational, inspiring, and something we all need to hear.Key Points From This Episode:Background about Parker and why he decided to start Lovebird Cereal.Parker shares details about his autoimmune condition.His health journey and how he discovered the autoimmune protocol diet.We find out more about his previous role at General Mills.The conflict between his health journey and working at a big food company.What he hopes to achieve with Lovebird Cereal. An overview of the ingredients that big food companies use in their products.Parker offers advice for listeners on what ingredients to avoid and how.Why natural flavor ingredients should be considered a red flag.Learn about an FDA regulation to help the consumer assess ingredients.We discuss the conflict of interest regarding nutrition and profit.We delve into the price point of Lovebird Cereal. How the consumer can help change the food system.We hear about the development process of Lovebird recipes.Whether Lovebird will focus only on cereal.Parker shares some essential takeaways for listeners. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Parker Brook on LinkedInParker Brook EmailLovebird CerealLovebird Cereal on InstagramLovebird Cereal on FacebookLovebird Cereal on TwitterGeneral MillsFood BabeErewhonPrimaFoodiePrimaFoodie on InstagramPrimaFoodie on FacebookPrimaFoodie on PinterestPrimaFoodie on YouTubePrimaFoodie Email

Please note, this episode covers topics regarding miscarriage that some listeners may find upsetting. Becoming a parent is one of the most exciting times of a person's life; however, the journey is not the same for everyone and is full of unexpected twists and turns. In this episode, we speak to Dr. Alisha Rai, a Family Physician with a keen interest in women's health and preventative medicine. She is also the co-founder of Hope for Cerebral Palsy, an organization dedicated to providing resources for early intervention therapy sessions for children with cerebral palsy. In our raw and emotional conversation, Dr. Rai shares her journey to motherhood and raising a child with special needs. We discuss the miscarriages, embryo adoption, and birth trauma. We also talk about the emotional and psychological toll it had on her and her husband, how they overcame it, how the overall experience changed their perspectives, and what motivated them to start Hope for Cerebral Palsy. We also learn about the work other organizations are doing, the amazing progress her son is making, and what listeners can do to help. Tune in to hear a story of hope as Dr. Rai opens up and makes herself vulnerable to help other parents going through something similar in this very raw and honest conversation.Key Points From This Episode:Background about Dr. Rai, her professional career, and immigrating to Canada.She takes us through her journey of becoming a mother. Dr. Rai shares how it felt to miscarry at eight weeks.Hear about the various steps and advice she tried to fall pregnant.The role age plays in fertility as an older woman.Whether there was a pregnancy that she struggled with more than others.Find out why adoption was not an option for Dr. Rai and her husband.How she found out about embryo adoption.What to consider when deciding on the embryo adoption route.Why being unrelated to her child on a genetic level does not matter.Dr. Rai explains the processes of receiving a donated embryo.Learn whether the timing of a women's cycle and embryo transfer matter.Outline of the psychological and mental side effects of hormone treatment.Find out if there was any hesitation to tell family and friends about the pregnancy.The support family and friends provided throughout the process.What happened toward the end of Dr. Rai's pregnancy.How she felt after giving birth and the complications that followed.When she started noticing that her son was not like other babies.The moment she found out about the SMILE Therapy clinic.What they appreciated the most about the SMILE Therapy clinic: positivity.An overview of the amazing work SMILE Therapy does.Dr. Rai explains what cerebral palsy is and how it affects children. An update on the incredible progress that their son is making. Discover how you can help Hope for Cerebral Palsy.Links Mentioned:Dr. Alisha Rai on LinkedInHope for Cerebral PalsyHope for Cerebral Palsy on InstagramHope for Cerebral Palsy on FacebookSMILE TherapyNathaniel ErnstNathaniel Ernst on LinkedInNATEFITNATEFIT on FacebookNATEFIT on Instagram

Textile-based products are often an underappreciated art form that does not receive the recognition it deserves and leaves many artists struggling to earn a living. What is needed is an organization that facilitates the demand for textile-based art forms and helps artists monetize their products. This is the perspective of today's guest, Judi Jetson, who has been helping drive the recognition and economic development of textile-based local artists. Judi has a deep passion for textiles and regards herself as a fiber activist known for her love of building communities. Judi combines her experience as a business developer with her adoration for textiles to help grow the industry she cherishes so dearly. For the last 10 years, she has been leading Local Cloth, a nonprofit organization helping develop the fiber economy in North Carolina. Local Cloth achieves this through education, inclusive programming, and creating services by leveraging local farmers, artists, makers, and designers. In our conversation, we learn about the vital work that Local Cloth is doing, the challenges the industry faces, and the future vision for the organization. She also provides insight into the role of supply and demand within the textile industry, how the approach to textiles can help other art forms, and why some artists leave the industry. She also shares her approach to building relationships between artists and farmers, and reasons why this is the foundation of her vision. Tune in to learn about the textile industry and why it deserves to be recognized, with Judi Jetson!Key Points From This Episode:Background about Judi and how she enables artists. The motivation behind Local Cloth and what it aims to achieve.How Judi's experience in economic development informed her vision.Why she chose textiles as her art medium and focus of her work.She explains the relationship between supply and demand concerning art.Ways in which Judi is helping to increase the demand for textile-based art.Outline of how her approach to textiles can be applied to other art forms.What her long-term plans are for Local Cloth and her overall vision.Hear about an exciting project she has recently started.The benefits of developing local and handmade textile-based art.Discover the role of farmers in helping drive textile-based products.Why handmade and local products are appealing to people.Judi explains her pricing strategy for products from local artists.We discuss the challenges regarding pricing in the current market.An explanation of why some artists decide to leave the industry.She shares her plans to scale the production of her current vision. Learn about the resources Judi leverages to help grow Local Cloth.Whether she specifically mentions Asheville when marketing her products.Judi shares her opinion on the textile business in North Carolina. What she loves most about Asheville and why she chooses to live there.Learn about the moment she fell in love with textiles. The challenges of using platforms like Esty for textile-based products. Details about an upcoming show that Judi has planned with Artsville. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Judi Jetson on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/judijetson/Judi Jetson on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/judi1jetson/Local Cloth — https://localcloth.org/Local Cloth on Facebook —

Welcome back to another episode of Adventures in AI, a show exploring the role of AI in the technology sector. In this episode, we speak to Sarah Foss from Audacy and Andrew Bock from TuneIn to find out the role of AI and technology in the audio and broadcasting spaces. The pandemic catalyzed the rise of audio-based media, and its popularity is still increasing post-pandemic. In our conversation, we talk about the role of AI in audio media, what the future holds for the industry, how the space is changing, how technology will aid in the monetization of audio, and much more. Make sure you don't miss out on this fascinating conversation with technology veterans changing the audio space, Sarah Foss and Andrew Bock!Key Points From This Episode:Background and introduction of our first guest, Sarah Foss.Sarah expands on her role at Audacy.How Sarah sees audio evolving in the future in the broadcasting space.Benefits that technology brings to the audio space. The technology that Sarah wants to see more readily available. We learn how AI can improve audio technology for consumers. Broadcast monetization is explained and the future potential.A brief background and introduction to our next guest, Andrew Bock.Andrew explains why he is enjoying working with people again in person.The inflection point that the audio industry is currently in regarding technology.Andrew shares how he thinks TuneIn is improving the audio space for consumers.A rundown of the partnerships that TuneIn has recently formed.The role AI plays in allowing consumers to get the services they want from a product.Andrew's perspective on the future of audio and how it will evolve.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Sarah Foss on LinkedInSarah Foss on TwitterSarah Foss on WordPressAudacyAudacy on LinkedInAndrew Bock on LinkedInTuneInTuneIn on LinkedInAdventures in AI Podcast

By now, most of us have heard about why coaching is so central to any sort of professional or personal progress. Here on the show today to drill down on this subject and share his amazing journey and philosophy toward growth is Nick Santonastasso, the author of Victim to Victor: How to Overcome the Victim Mentality to Live the Life You Love. Nick is also a keynote speaker at our upcoming Vertical Street Ventures National Conference. This conversation serves as a great introduction to Nick's passion and insight and is sure to get you even more motivated to go and get your ticket, if you have not already! Being born with Hanhart Syndrome, Nick has faced many challenges that are foreign to much of the population and, as you will hear in our chat, Nick believes this equipped him with a vital solution-oriented mindset; something he believes is indispensable to success. We hear from our guest about his ideas around pattern recognition, the AIA framework for change, gratitude practices, and his best advice for changing an emotional and mental state. For a fresh dose of energy and wisdom from a young man making waves, be sure to listen in to this great episode!Key Points From This Episode:Background on Nick and how his journey with Hanhart Syndrome has affected his outlook. Important lessons that Nick learned early about failure and solutions. The conditioned and unconscious thought patterns that govern the majority of what we do.Taking steps to become aware of dangerous mindsets and thought patterns.How self-inducement works and why our focus dictates how we feel.   The ever-present possibility to change; why rewiring the brain is always an option.Confronting the victim mindset and our limiting beliefs!  Contextualizing weaknesses and realistic expectations for how much progress we can make.  The core of our limiting beliefs and how feeling worthy can impact this. How Nick uses questions to help his clients make breakthroughs. Nick's thought's on gratitude and his own practice around fostering it.  The small promises that can aid us in building self-confidence and momentum. Nick explains his idea of finding leverage as a means for change. How to get in contact with Nick and looking forward to his keynote speech at the Vertical Street Ventures National Conference!  Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Nick Santonastasso on InstagramNick Santonastasso on TwitterVictim to VictorTony RobbinsJoseph CampbellJim Rohn Vertical Street VenturesVertical Street Ventures National ConferencePeter Pomeroy on LinkedIn Peter Pomeroy Email Passive Income Through Multifamily Real Estate Facebook GroupVertical Street Ventures National Conference 2022 

YFP Planning Financial Planner, Kimberly Bolton, CFP® discusses why the CFP® designation is the most valuable credential when providing comprehensive financial planning, why the term financial planner in and of itself doesn't mean a whole lot, what questions you can ask to find a planner who is a good fit for you, and what someone can expect when working with a financial planner. Key Points From This Episode Background on Kim's professional journey to becoming a CFP®. What inspired her to pursue a career in financial planning. We find out about the work that Kim is currently involved with at YFP Planning. Why the YFP team believe so much in the CFP® designation. Some examples of how comprehensive the CFP® training is. How working with a certified CFP® is beneficial for the client. Kim tells us what is required to enter the CFP® course. What people taking the CFP® board exam can expect. Learn about the experience requirement needed after passing the exam. The expected ethical standards once you are certified. Differences in the types of CFP® planners in terms of fees and services. A brief breakdown of the different fee structures associated with CFP® planners. Examples of good questions to ask a financial planner to ensure they are the right fit for you. Kim shares a success story about working with a CFP®. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode YFP Planning: Financial Planning for Pharmacists Schedule a free Discovery Call with YFP Planning Refinance Your Student Loans with Splash Financial YFP 248: How 3 Pharmacists Had $700,000 of Student Loans Forgiven Retirement Plans: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) Download the Free Guide - Nuts & Bolts to Hiring a Financial Planner YFP 054: Why Fee-Only Financial Planning Matters YFP Planning: Why YFP? Your Financial Pharmacist Disclaimer and Disclosures

Sometimes it can be difficult to know what steps to take in which order, but having an end goal in mind and practicing accountability as you progress can go a long way to help. Today's guest is Mandy McAllister, and she joins us to talk about her mindset frameworks and how they fit into her work as a women's coach and real estate investor. Mandy is an advocate for empowering women through her platform, Aspiring Women Achieving More, and helps others define their path to financial freedom through her investing entity, Good Fortune Capital. Our conversation begins with some details about Mandy's education and her journey of navigating her W2 while going pro in the world of real estate. Mandy is a big believer in doing things from a place of power rather than desperation, thus her road into real estate centered around incremental growth rather than diving into the deep end. Moving onto the mindset piece of our conversation, Mandy takes a deep dive into her personal framework for success and the place that planning, accountability, overcoming fear, and being receptive have in it. In our discussion of books, mentors, and lessons learned, Mandy drills down on the importance of the language we use when we address ourselves, the value of getting incrementally better every day, and a whole lot more. To hear about how Mandy is using the power of mindset to reach her dreams, and help other women do the same, be sure to tune in today.Key Points From This Episode:Background information about Mandy and her process of going pro in real estate.Assets Mandy bought for herself at the beginning of her real estate journey.The incremental investing approach Mandy has used at Good Fortune Capital.How Mandy has scaled up her investments to the recent acquisition of a 53-unit.Why Mandy is less interested in the syndication approach considering her context.Mandy's approach to transitioning into real estate full-time.The belief Mandy has in getting clear of her north star before embarking on a project.Hierarchies of financial freedom and how this concept fits into Mandy's approach.The goal-setting and strategizing Mandy does through Aspiring Women Achieving More.How quantifying problems can help you gain perspective on them in your mind.Practicing accountability as a way of staying on track and reaching goals.Breaking your strategy into smaller steps and squeezing the juice out of life.The structure of Mandy's recent presentation on the mindset of success.Pushing through fear by visualizing the worst case and preparing for that.The condensed morning routine Mandy has designed and the place of self-love in this.Lessons about the tipping point of success after long hours of work.How important the language we use when we talk to ourselves is.The best way to find Mandy online and find out more about what she does.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Mandy McAllisterGood Fortune PropertiesAspiring Women Achieving MoreMONEY Master the GameREI RocksGreenlightsAtomic HabitsWhat To Say When You Talk To Your Self

In this episode, we celebrate the culture of creativity by bringing something new to the show. A couple of months ago, we did a video production project at Art Share L.A. in which we interviewed our grant winners in talk-show format. Today, in this podcast, we're releasing the audio of the first production shoot which included Cheyenne Sauter, the executive director of Art Share L.A., who joined Sourdough in conversation with four of our twelve grant winners. Tuning in to this episode, you will hear from artists Rachel O'Donnell, Beth Abaravich, Edmund Arevalo, and Thony Loui who discuss their experience of applying for and winning the grant, where they go to learn about available grants, and fighting the paralyzing fear that often prevents artists from putting themselves out there. They also talk about the challenges they face as full-time small business owners, dealing with the financial and administrative tasks, connecting with the art community, and making time to be inspired by the work of others. Each of our guests also discusses their artistic journey, the development of their style, and the social-political messages they wish to send into the world. For more information about artists, links and resources from this episode, please visit https://notrealart.com/not-real-art-celebrates-2019-artist-grant-winners-rachel-odonnell-beth-abaravich-edmund-arevalo-thony-loui/ Key Points From This Episode: Background info on the NRA video production project filmed at the Art Share L.A. Cheyenne on launching the grant and their longstanding commitment to supporting artists. The number and type of grants our four guests typically apply for annually. How they experienced the application process and finding out that they had won. The crippling fear and tendency to overthink that prevent many artists from applying.  Where they go to find grants, including the California Arts Council. The joy of being able to spend the grant money in whichever way they choose. The challenge of monetizing art, getting paid, and learning the business side of things. Juggling the various responsibilities involved in operating a full-time small business. Thony on his involvement in the community in Haiti and his work with Conan O'Brien.  Beth on choosing between Bob Mackie and Rampage after graduating from Otis College. Transitioning from fashion to art, getting her MFA, and how she combines the two fields. Common pain points for artists: from copyright dilemmas to writing about your own art. An explanation of Rachel's figurative work deconstructing the feminine. How Edmund's work reflects the “push and pull” of his Filipino-American culture.  An explanation about the absence of people in Thony's work.