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In this heartfelt episode of Work It Like a Mum, I'm joined by the inspiring Anja Webster — a breast cancer survivor turned recovery coach. After her own life-changing diagnosis and treatment journey, Anja now supports others navigating life after breast cancer.We talk openly about the emotional rollercoaster of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery — and the often-overlooked period after the NHS signs you off. Anja shares her personal experiences with honesty and compassion, making this episode essential listening for anyone facing illness or supporting a loved one who is.

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This episode features an interview with Luke Arno, CRO at Transcend, a privacy platform that empowers brands to enhance regulatory stances and improve customer relationships through data transparency, consent, and control.Luke dives into the different marketing strategies needed when you are prioritizing data privacy and aiming to only engage with prospects who opt in. He also discusses making the sales function an advisor and consultant to potential customers. Key Takeaways:One size fits all messaging is not successful and does more damage than good. It needs to go. Marketing while prioritizing data privacy is a different ball game and requires a series of calculated investments based on the target market. Empowering your sales leaders as thought leaders, and asking them to act as advisors, makes them very valuable at events. Quote: “ How do we most effectively deliver thought leadership or ask the right questions from our customers about the problems they're solving? And we invest deeply in enabling our sales force  to be subject matter experts, and then therefore we rely on them to help scale, to meet our customers and open up the conversation in a trusted environment. Hence the name of the segment, the trust tree. But that whole process requires sales rep to put their sales position down and, effectively, ship the paradigm for how they think about engaging customers as more of a consultant or an advisor.  So, we try and delight our customers with a sales free experience, but we do rely deeply on the employees we hire at every function to effectively manage the conversation as a trusted advisor.”Episode Timestamps: *(07:47) The Trust Tree: Thoughts on marketing strategy from a CRO  *(21:52) The Playbook: The psychology of prospecting*(37:03) The Dust Up: Show up prepared to articulate your position*(40:45) Quick Hits: Luke's quick hitsSponsor:Pipeline Visionaries is brought to you by Qualified.com. Qualified helps you turn your website into a pipeline generation machine with PipelineAI. Engage and convert your most valuable website visitors with live chat, chatbots, meeting scheduling, intent data, and Piper, your AI SDR. Visit Qualified.com to learn more.Links:Connect with Ian on LinkedInConnect with Luke on LinkedInLearn more about TranscendLearn more about Caspian Studios

Last week Karen took the time to reflect but, as most of us do after we have a brief rest bite, she now feels the pressure to act with urgency creeping up on her. So, what happens when ambition and energy are at complete odds? The pressure we place on ourselves to be instantly successful, coupled with the pressure from society, is very real and can cause us to doubt our every move. However, the one thing that society doesn't teach us is that success is subjective. In this week's episode, Karen is here to tell you that you’re doing great, that you don’t have to conform, and shares with you the secrets to finding your own path. KEY TAKEAWAYS One common thought people have after a period of reflection is that you “have missed your moment”, which is only enhanced by the current culture of ‘early success is the best success’ However, Karen suggests that, if you pause and look, you might actually be exactly where you need to be. Finding your own rhythm and way of working is the key to success. Karen shares some tips, and a valuable resource on how to find the working method that works for you. Karen has discovered that the best working method for her is what she calls ‘Clarity and Flow.’ She explains what this means, how she achieves it and the benefits she receives from working this way. As much as you can perfect your working methods by yourself, there is still one component that everyone needs…external help. Karen explains the importance of asking for help and suggests some places to look. BEST MOMENTS “You have to learn how to move forward differently with compassion and support in a way that works for you.” “The truth is that most meaningful work takes time.” “The path of creativity is not linear.” “Rest is not a reward, it's a requirement.” EPISODE LINKS Free Journal Prompts and Audio Guide Mindset Course VALUABLE RESOURCES Getting Started Guide Artisan Perfumery Mastermind ABOUT THE HOST Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online, which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances. With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques. Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing. CONTACT DETAILS Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Email

Episode Title: "Love is the Work.”Season 3, Episode 42In this deeply enriching episode of Resilient Voices & Beyond Podcast, host Michael D. Davis-Thomas welcomes the dynamic State Representative Stephanie A. Young, a legislator, community leader, ordained minister, and fierce advocate for children and families. With over two decades of service in both public and private sectors, Rep. Young brings her unmatched heart, faith, and legislative impact to the forefront—guided by her life mantra: “Love is the work.” During this powerful conversation, Rep. Young opens up about her journey from aspiring nurse to one of Michigan's most influential lawmakers. She candidly shares how her passion for justice and care for the most vulnerable led her to the Michigan House of Representatives, where she now serves as the Chair of the House Democratic Caucus and Chair of the Detroit Caucus, among many other leadership roles. Drawing from her lived experience and unwavering faith, Rep. Young reflects on:The real-life challenges in Michigan's foster care and juvenile justice systemsThe significance of kinship care and the urgent need for diverse, better-supported foster parentsHer legislative work aimed at improving education, mental health, transportation, and housing for foster youthThe transformative power of one adult showing up for a child in crisisThe spiritual and emotional toll of public service—and how she grounds herself in faith and self-careThis episode goes beyond policy—it speaks to purpose. From her early work as a caregiver to her present-day efforts as a policymaker and minister affectionately known as Elder Steph, Rep. Young embodies what it means to lead with compassion, truth, and determination. Her voice is a clarion call for advocates, lawmakers, and everyday people to show up with intention and do the hard, often unseen work—because love truly is the work. Key Takeaways:One caring adult can change the trajectory of a child's life.Legislative change requires compassion, clarity, and community input.Faith and advocacy are not mutually exclusive—they often go hand in hand.Supporting foster youth means more than policy—it means partnership, presence, and purpose.

“The writing is the easiest part. It's everything after that—the marketing, the visibility, the noise—that makes this business so tough. But you've got to keep going.” — Rochelle Weinstein Bestselling author Rochelle Weinstein joins Uncorking a Story to reflect on the career crossroads that changed her life. After walking away from a successful role in the music industry, Rochelle sat down and wrote her first novel—without any formal training—and took a leap into self-publishing. That leap paid off, launching a career that would eventually include multiple traditionally published books and a spot on the USA Today Bestseller list. In this episode, she shares her honest take on the business of being an author, the realities of breaking through in a crowded market, and the inspiration behind her latest novel, We Are Made of Stars. Key Takeaways: One bold decision can change everything. Rochelle turned down a big-city career to follow a creative spark—and ended up writing a bestseller. You don't need permission to be an author. She self-published her first two novels and used grit (and marketing smarts) to break through.  Success doesn't always show up on time. Rochelle didn't even know she hit the USA Today list—until five years later. Writing the book is only step one. Rochelle shares why treating your writing like a business is key to longevity in publishing. Even a single sentence can spark a novel. Rochelle's next book was born from a note on a prayer tree: “I wish I never met her.” Her advice to aspiring authors? Keep going. Tune out the noise. And never underestimate the power of your own voice. Buy We are Made of Stars Amazon: https://amzn.to/429ozj0 Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781662520884 Connect with Rochelle Website: https://www.rochelleweinstein.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rochelle.b.weinstein Twitter: https://twitter.com/rochwein Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rochellebweinstein/ Connect with Mike Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSvS4fuG3L1JMZeOyHvfk_g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory Twitter: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/ If you like this episode, please share it with a friend. If you have not done so already, please rate and review Uncorking a Story on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. #RochelleWeinstein #WeAreMadeOfStars #AuthorLife #WritersOfInstagram #BookTok #BookLaunch #WomensFiction #IndieAuthor #WritersJourney #PublishingTips #PodcastLife Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick welcomes Ross Anderson, founder of Beyond Baseline, to discuss the critical importance of personal health, wellness, and mindset in achieving extraordinary success in both business and life. Ross shares his inspiring journey from a troubled youth in Scotland, marked by challenges such as panic disorder and substance abuse, to becoming a sought-after speaker and expert in neuroscience and positive psychology. The conversation delves into the significance of understanding one's strengths, the necessity of taking strategic pauses, and the value of community and connection. KEY TAKEAWAYS One must always be working on oneself, including health, mindset, and personal growth, as foundational elements for achieving success in business and life. To enhance happiness and fulfilment, individuals should seek experiences that incorporate challenge, connection, and novelty. These elements contribute to memorable and transformative moments in life. Regular blood work is crucial for understanding one's health and optimising performance. Identifying biological red flags can help address issues like hormonal imbalances and inflammation, which can impact overall well-being and productivity. Taking intentional breaks, whether daily or periodically, is essential for mental clarity and stress management. These pauses allow individuals to recharge and reflect, ultimately improving their capacity to handle challenges. Building resilience groups and fostering connections with others can significantly enhance personal growth. Engaging with a supportive community helps individuals navigate challenges and promotes a sense of belonging and accountability. BEST MOMENTS "A man or a woman without a strong sense of meaning or purpose will fall victim to indulgences, vices, and other self-sabotaging ways." "If you don't have a vision for your life, you're going to end up somewhere. And when you get there, you may not recognise it because you didn't plan to be there in the first place." "Humans have all these deep-rooted psychological needs. They need to feel, defend, protect, acquire assets, and self-actualise." "If you can invest a couple of days in yourself as an entrepreneur for your own betterment, biologically, psychologically, spiritually, financially, it’s a nice shift." GUEST RESOURCES Ross Anderson - https://www.accaglobal.com/uk/en/student/wellbeing/about-ross-anderson.html VALUABLE RESOURCES Scale Your Business Beyond 8 Figures - Watch This Video: https://go.highvalueexit.com/scale-beyond Exit Your Business For Millions - Download This Guide: https://go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in Nick’s LinkedIn: https://highvalueexit.com/li Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies. He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits.Support the show: https://highvalueexit.com/

Want to turn AI and digital disruption into your competitive advantage as a service-based business? Join the MindShift Inner Circle.Want help to market, grow, and scale your business? Schedule a free strategy session. Are you a marketing team of one, wearing all the hats and struggling to create content for multiple platforms? In this episode, Darrell reveals how the power of AI can transform just one piece of video content into an entire marketing campaign. Learn the exact step-by-step process we use in our agency to help overwhelmed marketers get leverage without sacrificing their authentic voice.KEY TAKEAWAYS:One 11-minute video can provide all the raw material needed for a complete marketing campaignClaude AI is particularly effective at analyzing your voice and maintaining your authentic toneUpload your buyer persona details and brand voice guides before starting any content creationMost visitors only see the top third of your pages, so prioritize headlines and opening linesWork through campaign elements one by one instead of asking AI to do everything at onceEven if you don't want to be on camera, you can create valuable video content by answering common customer questionsWe love feedback. Send us a text message.Revolutionize your marketing with AI in a community of established founders and CEOs. Join the MindShift Inner Circle today and stay ahead of the curve! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your feedback helps us more than you know.

Are you ready to create a bigger impact than what you're doing now? Have you been stuck in the "Starfish Story"—helping one person at a time—while knowing you're capable of so much more? In this episode of PivotMe, April dives into how you can expand your influence, reach more people, and create lasting change on a larger scale. She shares her own journey of feeling exhausted from one-on-one impact and how she intentionally shifted to a bigger audience to make a greater difference. It's time to stop playing small. Let's amplify your reach and magnify your influence.

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to John Hewitt, a true pioneer in the tax preparation and financial services industry, having founded and scaled two companies to over $500 million in value - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service and Liberty Tax Service. Throughout his illustrious career spanning 55 years, John has always kept sight of his driving purpose – to change lives. He takes pride in having a monumental positive impact on franchisees, employees, and customers. We'll be exploring his strategies for scaling successful empires, overcoming barriers, financing growth models, and more. KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the key ingredients is that you have to get buy-in from everhyone involved. You have to have a dream that’s fairly accurate then get your employees, customers, vendors, investors, etc to buy-in to where you’re going. As a franchisee, one of the things you want from your franchisor is consistency and quality. Whoever offers the worst service in your system will determine what your brand name is worth. We call every customer and ask them how we did, which no one else does, in the franchise world, they send and email, text, or send them a survey. It’s been great for us because not only do we police our brand, but our customers love to be called and asked how we can improve our service to them. Plus, we get higher staff retention and get more referrals. Anything that’s systemic should be able to be provided by software and computers. We divide issues up into ‘tip of the iceberg’. If it’s something that is systemic – an iceberg – we’re looking for a solution to it, if it’s just a one-off situation then we don’t build systems or use software for it. I’ve been doing it this way since 1981, making things expeditious and consistently high quality. Train your staff so they can go anywhere and be successful, but treat them so well that they want to stay. It comes from creating a culture and an attitude in your organisation, and the attitude starts with employees first: If you want your customers to be treated well by your employees you have to treat your employees well, you have to listen and be loyal to your team and build a team of a people with a great attitude. You can’t teach a great attitude. BEST MOMENTS ‘There are two major parts of growth: The amount of money you spend, and the amount of money you take in, you always have to make sure they’re balanced.’ ‘I’ve been in taxes for 55 years: There are only 2 certainties in life: death and tax, it’s recession proof.’ ‘In the pet industry we’ve seen young people in the past 10 years delay having children. Sometimes I ask if they have children and they say: “I have 2 dogs, those are my children.”’ ‘Brand loyalty is such a cool and important thing to have which is why my company is called Loyalty Brands.’ ABOUT THE GUEST John Hewitt is a visionary entrepreneur renowned for founding two of the largest tax preparation companies in the United States - Jackson Hewitt Tax Service and Liberty Tax Service. As the pioneer behind the "Hewitt" in Jackson Hewitt, John grew the company to over 1,300 offices and $483 million in sales before selling it in 1997. Undeterred, John founded Liberty Tax in 1997, rapidly expanding it to over 4,000 offices in the U.S. and Canada. By 2012, Liberty Tax was one of the top 100 largest retail organizations in North America. Now John is applying his strategic prowess to investing, John helps entrepreneurs build their own empires as CEO of Loyalty Brands. Guided by ambition and faith, he continues to compete - and win - on an extraordinary level. ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook TikTok Email Website

Join Kat in this episode as she talks about the power of 10 minutes. A simple idea, Kat explains why this can be such a transformative habit to create and will change the way you go about creating any positive habit in the future. KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the biggest self limiting beliefs is the lack of time. If you are told by someone that they do not have enough time, ask them how much time they need. You will be surprised by their answer. Because of the way most of our lives are, it can be a challenge to make time for the things that give us energy and sustain us to be higher performing in all areas of our life, so we choose not to do them. Telling yourself that you only need to do 10 minutes makes it much easier to execute and build positive habits. Don’t underestimate how powerful consistently doing 10 minutes of something can be to your life. This is all about giving yourself permission to spend that 10 minutes on something for you, to help create a positive change in your life. BEST MOMENTS "When did you last say I don’t have time?” “The reality is that most people are doing nothing” “All it is, is 10 minutes, just 10 minutes” “The impact of doing anything for 10 minutes regularly, ideally daily, is huge” ABOUT THE HOST Kat started her career as a teacher, before moving into Tech where she worked in different executive roles within teaching and consulting working across the globe, both in the public and private sector. Despite appearing 'successful' on the outside, she paid a heavy ‘life’ price. In 2016, her whole world collapsed. The reason? The compound effect of years of unhealthy and toxic habits that destroyed her health, relationship and career. She suffered a severe breakdown and lost everything. In the middle of this she got headhunted for her first CEO role. She rebuilt herself by changing just one small habit, and built a series of positive habits which has transformed her professional and personal performance, resulting in becoming the healthiest and happiest version of herself. She is a positive habits international keynote speaker and teacher, giving talks and delivering high impact programmes to organisations across the globe. LinkedIn Instagram

For more information on how to control your anger, visit angersecrets.com. Workplace anger is a pervasive issue, affecting approximately one in five American workers daily. With the pressures of tight deadlines, demanding schedules, and diverse personalities, it's no surprise that conflicts arise in professional settings. In this episode, anger expert Alastair Duhs offers listeners concrete strategies to manage anger effectively in the workplace. The episode emphasises three key strategies: taking a brief pause before reacting, reframing the situation and practicing clear communication. These techniques not only help individuals control their immediate reactions but also foster a more positive work environment. By sharing relatable examples and practical tools, Alastair equips listeners with the skills necessary to navigate workplace challenges while maintaining professionalism and emotional balance. The episode serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their emotional intelligence and improve their workplace relationships.Key Takeaways: One in five American workers regularly experience anger at work, making it a common issue. Taking a 10-second pause before reacting can help you respond calmly instead of impulsively. Reframing situations helps to manage anger by shifting focus from frustrations to understanding. Practicing clear communication skills can prevent misunderstandings and reduce workplace conflict effectively. The desk model emphasises describing situations, expressing feelings, stating needs, and explaining consequences. Recognising that your thoughts, not the situation itself, cause anger can transform your responses. Links referenced in this episode:For more information (and FREE resources) of how to control your anger, visit angersecrets.com.For a FREE training on how to control your anger, visit angersecrets.com/training/.

On this episode of the World Game-Changers podcast, Paul talks to Paul Kelly about the things he didn't know that he now knows and thinks the world should know.   KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the things I didn't realise is how difficult life can be if you don't keep things simple. When you're young and free and you explore and try new things you can encounter difficulties you were unaware of because you don't understand the great, wide world. Not everyone's as nice as you are and the world can be a very cruel place if you don't have that greater awareness. Having a greater awareness of you and where you're at in any situation is what people need to learn. Who you're with isn't important a lot of the time, as long as you feel good and safe about yourself. People come and go, you need to focus on yourself and how you feel. When the internet first started everyone thought it was great, we could research things. But as it's developed, with social media, the influence of money has grown and dominated every part of our society. School kids think they can be professional footballers and they'll never have to work again or be influencers making millions on social media.   BEST MOMENTS ‘From school, where things are very certain, you go out and look for variety in life and sometimes you don't know the dangers that are hidden.' ‘It's very easy, as a young person, to get attracted to a particular crowd of people because they all support the same football team. These might look like nice people but they might be sheep in wolves clothing.' ‘The power of using video conversations to heal people has recently struck a chord with me,  it's a very powerful tool because you go back and see how those conversations have evolved over time.'   VALUABLE RESOURCES Paul's Story: Emerging From The Forest (UK) Paul's Story: Emerging From The Forest (USA) Mastering The Game Of Life Book (UK) Mastering The Game Of Life Book (USA) Speaking From Our Hearts Books: Volumes 1-3 (Available on Amazon) World Game-Changers Group   ABOUT THE GUEST Paul Kelly's young parents divorced before he started primary school, resulting in him and his mother going to live with his loving grandparents. From starting primary school, Paul was always a keen sportsman, excelling at swimming, football, chess and cricket, and after establishing himself as a regular in the Nottinghamshire (UK) cricket set-up, his grandmother decided to give him the opportunity to go to a private school to play his beloved sport, something he continued in Australia. On his return to England, Paul was attacked after a night out and hospitalised, suffering temporary blindness, a double fractured skull and memory loss. After ten days in a coma, he awoke and started to try and rebuild his life; however, he encountered severe depression, suicidal thoughts, paranoia, and heavy drinking binges. With the help of family & friends, step-by-step, Paul began the road to recovery and happiness – a 25-year roller-coaster journey – that has taught him vital lessons…particularly using stress to achieve success. Email   ABOUT THE HOST Paul has made a remarkable transformation from existing for many years in dark, desperate despair; to now living a really healthy, happy & fulfilling life. From an early age, he was in the vice-like clutches of the demon drink & constantly embroiled within a dark cocktail of toxic beliefs, self-hate & destructive violence. Along with his empathetic and dedicated team of world-class coaches & mentors, Paul's purpose is deeply transformational: Developing World Game-Changers… He is extremely passionate about helping others to find their purpose, have a voice & ultimately, make a real difference.  This has been built on a long & distinguished history of heart-centred coaching and mentoring.  He has also been responsible for raising significant amounts of funds for many charities & good causes around the world; positively impacting & inspiring thousands of children – mainly from challenging backgrounds – within the UK & worldwide. Through this World Game-Changers podcast & books, he has been involved in – including being a best-selling co-author – Paul also helps others to get their own inspirational messages and stories out into the world; as well as offering support to many charitable organisations, in their development & fund-raising. CONTACT METHODS Tel: +44 (0) 7958 042 155 E-mail Web Web Facebook LinkedIn  

On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Sri Ramaswami, the founder and CEO of Charlee.ai, with a career spanning over 22 years in advanced analytics and artificial intelligence, Sri has emerged as a formidable leader in the insurance technology landscape. But Sri's story goes beyond her professional accomplishments. As a thought leader and mentor in the InsurTech community, she is breaking barriers in our traditionally male-dominated industry, championing diversity, and inspiring the next generation of female entrepreneurs.  Join us as we delve into Sri's remarkable journey, exploring the challenges she faced, the triumphs she achieved, and her unwavering vision for the future of Charlee.ai, and the broader tech landscape. KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the constant things I heard from claims managers was their inability to access a lot of data points within the claim files because a lot of it was in unstructured formats, so making a financial decision wasn't easy for them. I wanted to create a platform to not only collect exposures easily but also be able to convert them into a common denominator that could be measured, predicted and queried – long before ChatGPT. Claims processes start with a very human experience because somebody has had a loss, and you're dealing with them in the most sensitive and vulnerable position. When you think about how the process is carried out from receiving the claim until it's resolved, there are a lot of nuances, such as being empathetic and empirical. That is key to understanding all the problems that can arise, data allows you to ask the right questions so you can get the details. The vision of Charlee is also behind how to get to these exposures and the risk intelligence, and how this leads to avoiding attorneys getting and litigations so a better settlement can be agreed with the claimant. But, it doesn't stop there, the real vision of Charlee is to be able to connect those data points with actuary, with underwriting, with product marketing, even with your agent. All these people are stakeholders in how exposures are calculated, priced and offered in your product. One of the biggest things we're seeing is a lack of proper documentation. How you arrive at a financial settlement is based on the facts of laws. If you don't document your facts of laws or ask the right questions, you're not going to get those facts of laws based on which you need to make objective decision points – which are very important for you to present in a court during litigation. BEST MOMENTS ‘I owe my career in the technology space to data.' ‘Claims are the promise of the insurance contract. It's here you get to know how the exposures you priced at the beginning are performing at the end.' ‘Some exposures that are beyond your control, like the weather and climate, but the exposures and severity behind that are huge.' ‘Attorneys being brought into the process are third parties that nobody benefits from.' ABOUT THE GUEST Sri Ramaswam: Over 22+ years of experience in advanced analytics and artificial intelligence. Founder and CEO of Charlee.ai, the insurance industry's first NLP-based predictive analytics solution. What makes Charlee unique is our patented, proprietary and pre-trained claim language model. It adds the context to the predictions, provides deep insights-based alerts, reserving patterns, prior trends based prioritised claim lists for enhanced claim workflows.  As a certified associate in risk management, I have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the P&C insurance sector, and I am passionate about leveraging unstructured data to drive financial outcomes and innovation. I have architected and launched data analytic solutions for underwriting and claims, and patented Charlee.ai's AI, NLP, and ML-based technology that can extract and analyse all sources of data, including documents, files, third-party, and social. Charlee.ai helps insurers lower claim costs, manage reserves efficiently, and improve risk selection, through individual claim insights and aggregate claims analytics dashboard. I am a thought leader and speaker on operational use of unstructured data, and a mentor for the InsurTech community. I also enjoy learning about astronomy, hiking, and yoga. ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Venture Partner of Alchemy Crew, a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world, working with over 30 corporate insurers and accelerating over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook  TikTok Email Website

TLDR - Exploring conflict and trust in DAOs and decentralized communitiesFor episode 4 of the Impact on Optimism miniseries, we're excited to welcome Juan Carlos Bell, Project Lead at Gravity DAO, a conflict management DAO that offers alternative dispute resolution and community building services for web3 projects. We'll explore the origins of Gravity DAO, dive into the unique challenges DAOs face when it comes to conflict resolution, and learn more about the services they offer to help Web3 projects foster trust and resolve disputes. Juan will also share insights into their experience receiving funding through Optimism's RetroPGF and how Web3 can help advance conflict management as a public good.--Key Takeaways--One of the foundations of Web3 is this idea of trustlessness. However, behind every DAO is people, and the community needs to trust in the reputation of DAO members, especially those in leadership positions. As such, it's important to focus on activities to intentionally foster trust within your decentralized community.When compared to traditional organizations, DAOs have added layers of complexity that come with tokens, online communications, and collaboration digitally across borders. With this added complexity comes unique conflict management challenges. DAOs are still very new, so we are still figuring out and experimenting with conflict management, and it's important for DAO leaders to take regular temp checks in their communities.Many Web3 projects rely solely on grants in the early days, but grants can be very time consuming and unreliable. Optimism's RetroPGF, on the other hand, gives projects an opportunity to focus on building, rather than seeking out funding. This was essential in helping Gravity DAO grow and succeed.If you are in a Web3 community experiencing conflict, reach out to Juan and the Gravity DAO team for support!--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruism-podcast-impact-on-optimism-episode-4-gravity-dao-resolving-conflict-and-building-trust-in-web3-communities

Paul reflects on a significant mistake he made with anxiety and shares valuable insights to help you overcome similar challenges. Paul looks at the importance of living fully and creating the life one desires without waiting to be "healed" or "fixed”, encouraging listeners to shift their focus from feeling broken to manifesting their ideal future with joy and adventure. Do you want access to even deeper, even more powerful subconscious training content without the intros, exclusive invites to Mindset Change Masterminds, and discounts from workshops? Join the Mindset Change Another Level channel below: patreon.com/mindsetchange Paul Sheppard is the host of the top ten podcast Mindset Change and is also a Teacher, Mentor and Mindset Coach. Paul helps people around the world, awaken, upgrade their old programming and set themselves free from the limitations of their minds, so they can create the lives they truly want to live. You can reach Paul, find his podcasts and join the Mindset Change WhatsApp community via the link below  Contact and social links below:https://mindsetchangeuk.com/useful-links  KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the biggest mistakes made with anxiety is delaying living fully under the mistaken belief of needing to be fixed. Anxiety is not the enemy but a friend indicating something unsustainable in one's life. Calming the nervous system through meditation and relaxation can help in becoming more resilient to stress and anxiety. Visualising and focusing on creating the ideal future from a place of joy and adventure can lead to manifesting desired outcomes. Investing in mind, body, heart, and purpose can help in manifesting the ideal future and experiencing life as an adventure full of infinite possibilities. BEST MOMENTS "You are not broken. There is nothing for you to fix about yourself." "Anxiety is not the enemy, it's your friend. The reason it's there is because something you're doing is unsustainable." "You are a creating manifesting powerhouse. You've manifested this video into your reality." "The future exists as infinite possibilities for you, for me. What we focus on manifests into reality." VALUABLE RESOURCES Use code PAUL20 for 20% discount off every order including all products and menopause support supplements too: https://numindwellness.com/

In this week's episode of the Seven Figure Consultant Podcast, I interviewed my wonderful client, Amanda HarNess, an executive coach specialising in leadership development. Amanda shared her journey from working as an occupational therapist to becoming a successful business owner and coach, adapting and transferring her skills from her previous career. We discuss the challenges and motivations behind Amanda's career shift, her signature Leadership First Approach™ and the importance of strong leadership for organisational success.    In this episode:  [00:00:40] Amanda shares about her role as an executive coach in leadership development and her leap from occupational therapy to starting her own business. [00:03:23] Amanda reflects on her experiences as a good but unsatisfied employee, seeking more influence. [00:06:38] ‘Realising the Entrepreneurial Itch' - Amanda describes how her desire for entrepreneurship grew during her career and the impact of COVID-19. [00:10:58] What advice Amanda would give her past self as she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey. [00:12:28] Amanda explains her signature framework, emphasising the importance of strong leadership at the top of organisations. [00:15:00] The value of focusing on leadership to foster positive organisational change. [00:16:07] Discussion on LinkedIn, content creation and brand photography. [00:18:55] Amanda reflects on the value of having a startup coach and seeking help early on. [00:19:38] The necessity of investing in oneself for business success. [00:26:14] The importance of overcoming past limitations to pursue future goals. [00:28:11] The parallel growth of personal and business development over time.   Key Takeaways:  One of the most valuable pieces of advice Amanda offers is the importance of trusting your intuition and having confidence in your ideas. She acknowledges that while she has made progress, having a stronger belief in herself earlier on could have accelerated her journey. Amanda also emphasises the significance of investing in yourself, whether through hiring a coach or seeking professional development opportunities. This investment can lead to significant growth in both business and personal life. Effective leadership creates a strong foundation for the entire organisation. Poor leadership can lead to misalignment and ineffective communication, which ultimately trickles down to the rest of the organisation. Leaders must be willing to acknowledge their shortcomings and invest in their development to create a positive organisational culture. By focusing on enhancing leadership skills, organisations can foster high-performing teams and achieve their goals.   Quotes:  “I like to say that I was a great employee, but I was also not a great employee, because I either met or exceeded the status quo or the expectations. But I was also still unsatisfied. And so I wasn't one of those employees that just kind of did my work and showed up. I was always pointing out something that could be better and how it could be better, and you know, that wasn't always received well.” - Amanda HarNess “I felt like I would come up with these ideas or find the things that needed to be changed and just get shushed or someone would smile and nod and then not do anything, and it always felt like I was being held back. And this idea in my mind felt like ‘if I owned my own business, what could hold me back?'” - Amanda HarNess “If you have misalignment, poor communication, either just bad leadership skills or untrained leadership skills, whatever's happening at the top is going to roll downhill and trickle down in the organisation. … You have to make things strong at the top in order to create the real progress that you want in the organisation.” - Amanda HarNess “I think a lot of us, we have this thing of like, ‘I can't invest in myself, that would be a waste of money'. But actually the difference that it makes when a business is making money on a regular basis, like those kinds of investments, if you do it properly, it can really make such a huge difference to how the early years of your business actually play out.” - Jessica Fearnley   Useful Links Amanda:  Visit Amanda's website to learn more about her approach and services. Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn to get more insights and expert advice. For access to exclusive content and special events become an Email Subscriber. Amanda's Photographer, Danielle Uhl. Jessica: The Seven Figures Club Wealth Dynamics Join the weekly email newsletter for women consultants Leave a rating and review for the Seven Figure Consultant Podcast Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn   Guest Bio Amanda is the CEO and Founder of Business Excelerated. She is a coach and consultant who works with leadership teams of organizations with high stakes environments, helping them to make REAL progress using the Leadership First Approach™. By leveraging her expertise in human behavior, psychology, leadership development, and effective communication, she helps leadership teams close the gap between where they are now and where they want to be.

Jami Rodgers, Senior Procurement Executive, Chief Acquisition Officer, and Director for USAID Management Bureau's Office of Acquisition and Assistance joins Mike Shanley to discuss his new role with USAID. Jami talks about the incredible work that his team has done and how they are adapting to change. Jami discusses the strategies and ideas that he plans to implement with his team that he gained from working with other parts of the government such as NASA. Jami explains how AI can benefit the work that his team does, as well as what they need to lookout for. Jami then describes what the localization initiative looks like with the office of Acquisition and Assistance. Tune in to learn more about why partnership is key to the success of this team.    IN THIS EPISODE: [1:46] What does Jami see as the current state of contracting Acquisition and Assistance at USAID? [6:25] What is feasible for the team to accomplish over the next couple of years? [8:47] Which strategies and ideas is Jami bringing back to USAID from other experiences working in the government fields? [15:35] What were the 5 steps that NASA used when looking into an acquisition challenge? [18:24] How can innovation and rethinking the relationship with risk tolerance be implemented? [20:38] Where does Jami look outside of the government for inspiration or innovation for the procurement process? [23:03] How does Jami see AI affecting procurement?  [31:27] What does the localization initiative look like with the Office of Acquisition and Assistance? [35:05] Jami shares about a co-creation workshop that was used to implement a successful localization. [36:54] How does Jami look at the new partnerships initiative? [39:01] What's the best way to share ideas with Jami's team? [42:52] What is Jami prioritizing through the end of this fiscal year?   KEY TAKEAWAYS:  One way to reduce risk is by not being overly reliant on the same partners over and over and diversifying the partner base. AI can be useful to free up employees from routine and route tasks to higher value work where they can focus on contract administration challenges or getting more partner or site visits, tasks that have more meaning.  USAID doesn't do the work alone. They need players from all over to make an impact. The global challenges are going to require diversity of humanity to solve them.    QUOTES: [14:02] “The whole purpose of the NAIL was to empower that culture of innovation and reinforce the idea that anyone, anywhere, can be an innovation champion to promote an idea that will propel us forward.” - Jami J. Rodgers, CPCM [27:34] “We need to think about how not only does AI improve our execution of our current processes, but how can AI change our processes so that we're more efficient and effective. This is going to take some time, it won't be done tomorrow. Good things usually take time and thoughtful implementation.” - Jami J. Rodgers, CPCM [33:02] “The big exciting news we mentioned is translation, the whole platform is now available in Arabic, French and Spanish. So we vastly increased outreach to local partners. I believe we had close to 1,500 new users on Arabic websites in the last couple of weeks, so we're hoping that by using the language where we operate, we're bringing critical material to new partners.” - Jami J. Rodgers, CPCM   RESOURCES: Jami J. Rodgers, CPCM LinkedIn  Aid Market Podcast Aid Market Podcast YouTube   BIOGRAPHIES:  Jami J. Rodgers serves as Senior Procurement Executive, Chief Acquisition Officer, and Director for USAID Management Bureau's Office of Acquisition and Assistance (M/OAA). He provides senior executive leadership and oversight of USAID's procurement and financial assistance functions, policies, and initiatives to empower over 600 acquisition and assistance professionals to deliver on U.S. foreign assistance development goals worldwide. Mr. Rodgers first served at USAID as M/OAA Special Initiatives and Development Partners Division Chief supporting the Administrator's Grand Challenges for Development, the Bureau for Africa, the Bureau for Policy, Planning, and Learning, and the USAID Global Development Lab. He also served as Acting Deputy Director of M/OAA Washington Operations. He most recently served as the Director of NASA Headquarters Procurement Strategic Operations Division and as Head of the Contracting Activity for the Exploration Systems Development and Space Operations Mission Directorates. He co-sponsored the NASA Acquisition Innovation Launchpad to improve operations and reduce barriers to achieve a more diverse and equitable partner base for mission success. Mr. Rodgers previously served at the Department of Energy (DOE) as Director of the Office of Contract Management, where he oversaw nationwide procurement management reviews, category management efforts, and served as Competition Advocate. He also served as Director of the Office of Headquarters Procurement Services managing $15B in active awards. He began his federal career at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a Contract Specialist. He is a Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) with the National Contract Management Association and holds a Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C Professional). He has held unlimited contracting officer warrants at EPA, USAID, and DOE. Mr. Rodgers has been recognized twice with the Secretary of Energy Achievement Award, the USAID Mary A. Reynolds Memorial Award for high-impact innovations, and several Meritorious and Superior Honor Awards. Mr. Rodgers earned a B.S. in Spanish with a business and international studies minor from Penn State University and an MBA with a focus on strategic management and public policy from the George Washington University School of Business. Mr. Rodgers has served in various volunteer leadership positions with a nationally recognized LGBTQIA+ choral arts organization and is a volunteer citizenship instructor for Arlington County, VA to enrich and celebrate his local community.

Key Takeaways:One of the roles of a board of directors is to continually assess the company and make decisions in the best interest of sustaining value for the long-term.Decisions to change business models should be weighed against the core purpose of the organization.Significant strategic changes necessitate the board to broadly evaluate the impacts on significant internal and external stakeholders. References: SEC Chief Accountant Statement: Audit Independence and Ethical Responsibilities: Critical Points to Consider when Contemplating and Audit Firm RestructuringBDO as an ESOP Company

Every single one of us has had an experience of either losing someone or something we love or knowing someone else who has, right? Even though this is a painful truth about the experience of living, oftentimes we do not have the tools or the support we need to navigate through grief in healing ways. On this week's podcast episode, Lisa Heacock, an international best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and international certified life coach, grief coach, and grief educator, offers her perspective on grief. She speaks both from her professional background as well as from her personal story, after losing twelve loved ones through death in twenty-two-months. Lisa offers wisdom and bite-size tools and steps that can easily be digested and implemented when and if needed. Key Takeaways: One of the best ways you can support someone in grief is to say something like, “I just want you to know that I'm here, and I love you, and I'm sending all my loving energy your way. No pressure to respond at all.”Often people experiencing grief will wonder if they sound crazy or broken. If you are grieving, you are not broken - you are simply grieving.It is important to reach for as many healthy resources as you can to support you and/or your loved ones in your/their grieving process.Resources: https://holisticlifecoaching.org.uk/https://www.instagram.com/holistic_coach_lisa/https://www.facebook.com/holisticlifecoachingwithlisamariehttps://linktr.ee/CoachLisaMariehttps://www.thecalmingground.com/free-guided-meditation“I love Elizabeth and The Calming Ground Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! Your feedback on this platform helps me support more people - just like you - move toward the balanced life they desire. Scroll to the bottom, tape to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, remember to follow the podcast so you keep receiving the wisdom and insights of all of these amazing humans!

Every single one of us has had an experience of either losing someone or something we love or knowing someone else who has, right? Even though this is a painful truth about the experience of living, oftentimes we do not have the tools or the support we need to navigate through grief in healing ways. On this week's podcast episode, Lisa Heacock, an international best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and international certified life coach, grief coach, and grief educator, offers her perspective on grief. She speaks both from her professional background as well as from her personal story, after losing twelve loved ones through death in twenty-two-months. Lisa offers wisdom and bite-size tools and steps that can easily be digested and implemented when and if needed. Key Takeaways: One of the best ways you can support someone in grief is to say something like, “I just want you to know that I'm here, and I love you, and I'm sending all my loving energy your way. No pressure to respond at all.”Often people experiencing grief will wonder if they sound crazy or broken. If you are grieving, you are not broken - you are simply grieving.It is important to reach for as many healthy resources as you can to support you and/or your loved ones in your/their grieving process.Resources: https://holisticlifecoaching.org.uk/https://www.instagram.com/holistic_coach_lisa/https://www.facebook.com/holisticlifecoachingwithlisamariehttps://linktr.ee/CoachLisaMariehttps://www.thecalmingground.com/free-guided-meditation“I love Elizabeth and The Calming Ground Podcast.” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! Your feedback on this platform helps me support more people - just like you - move toward the balanced life they desire. Scroll to the bottom, tape to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, remember to follow the podcast so you keep receiving the wisdom and insights of all of these amazing humans!

Episode 125 is about dementia prevention, cognitive aging, and brain health.In this episode, you'll meet Mitchell Clionsky, Ph.D., a board-certified neuropsychologist who specializes in evaluating and treating patients with cognitive impairment, dementia, ADHD, and traumatic brain injury. Along with his wife, Emily Clionsky, MD, they have a combined 70 years of professional and clinical experience in medicine and neuropsychology and have treated 20,000 patients. They're also the co-authors of Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain, a book that shows easy-to-follow steps to keep your brain healthy.This episode covers the definition, types, and prevalence of dementia, as well as individual risk factors and the potential of aging with a healthy brain.They also explore the impact of alcohol and marijuana on brain health, the effectiveness of supplements, and the benefits of intermittent fasting. The conversation emphasizes the importance of lifestyle factors in preventing dementia and maintaining brain health, covering topics such as personal diet and lifestyle, a comprehensive model for dementia prevention, individualized intervention, counseling people with dementia, and caregiver support.Key Takeaways:One out of two cases of dementia is preventable through lifestyle factors such as exercise, a healthy diet, avoiding head injuries, and managing chronic conditions.Alcohol and marijuana use can have negative effects on brain health, while supplements and functional mushrooms may have limited evidence of benefit. Intermittent fasting and a low-carb diet can be beneficial for dementia prevention. A comprehensive model for dementia prevention includes factors such as exercise, sleep apnea treatment, weight control, and medication management. Individualized interventions are key for dementia prevention, as there is no one-size-fits-all approach.More From Dr. Clionsky:WebsiteDementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain on AmazonFacebookLinkedInXWant To Change Your Life? Check Out FM30X!FM30X is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy women over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, FM30X can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest.

Episode 196 is about dementia prevention, cognitive aging, and brain health.In this episode, you'll meet Mitchell Clionsky, Ph.D., a board-certified neuropsychologist who specializes in evaluating and treating patients with cognitive impairment, dementia, ADHD, and traumatic brain injury. Along with his wife, Emily Clionsky, MD, they have a combined 70 years of professional and clinical experience in medicine and neuropsychology and have treated 20,000 patients. They're also the co-authors of Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain, a book that shows easy-to-follow steps to keep your brain healthy.This episode covers the definition, types, and prevalence of dementia, as well as individual risk factors and the potential of aging with a healthy brain.They also explore the impact of alcohol and marijuana on brain health, the effectiveness of supplements, and the benefits of intermittent fasting. The conversation emphasizes the importance of lifestyle factors in preventing dementia and maintaining brain health, covering topics such as personal diet and lifestyle, a comprehensive model for dementia prevention, individualized intervention, counseling people with dementia, and caregiver support.Key Takeaways:One out of two cases of dementia is preventable through lifestyle factors such as exercise, a healthy diet, avoiding head injuries, and managing chronic conditions.Alcohol and marijuana use can have negative effects on brain health, while supplements and functional mushrooms may have limited evidence of benefit. Intermittent fasting and a low-carb diet can be beneficial for dementia prevention. A comprehensive model for dementia prevention includes factors such as exercise, sleep apnea treatment, weight control, and medication management. Individualized interventions are key for dementia prevention, as there is no one-size-fits-all approach.More From Dr. Clionsky:WebsiteDementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain on AmazonFacebookLinkedInXWant To Change Your Life? Check Out FF30X!FF30X is a simple, sustainable, and specific weight loss program designed especially for busy men over 40. With short metabolic training workouts, an easy-to-follow meal plan, and an accountability team there for you every step of the way, FF30X can help you lose weight, regain energy and vitality, and live life to the fullest.

In this episode of Stronger Sales Teams, Ben Wright gets into the art of running powerful one-on-one meetings. Designed to capture the attention of sales leaders and managers worldwide, the episode serves as a quintessential guide for building and maintaining high-performing, revenue-boosting sales teams. Wright's approach to fostering a work-life balance and promoting personal health is interwoven with sales management, highlighting a holistic framework for success. The episode dissects the importance of strategic one-on-one meetings, emphasising their potential to transform mundane check-ins into dynamic discussions that ignite team members' drive for the weeks ahead. It covers the crucial aspects of such meetings, from preparing and conducting them effectively to utilising a robust set of coaching tools to achieve optimal outcomes. Key Takeaways: One-on-one meetings blend training and coaching, crucial for aligning day-to-day operations with broader sales objectives. A consistent format for meetings can significantly increase team engagement and reduce apprehension heading into these discussions. The episode introduces practical frameworks like the GROW model for coaching and the three-box model for metric measurement. Strategic action items and personal learning journeys are essential talking points for fostering team members' growth. The episode underscores the importance of asking "How are you?" to understand the personal factors that might impact a team member's performance. Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:19 One to One Team Meetings 3:43 One to One Team Meetings: Why 4:50 One to One Team Meetings: When 5:40 One to One Team Meetings: How 6:07 Format for One to One Meetings 22:46 Tools for One to One Meetings 26:35 Health and Wellbeing Tip 28:15 OutroRate, Review, & Follow If you're liking what you're hearing, make sure you ‘follow' the show wherever you listen to your podcasts…so you never miss an episode!I'd also love to hear what you think, so drop us a review after you close that next deal…tell me what you're liking, and what you want more of so I can look to cover it in a future episode.

Take the right path to real estate and entrepreneurial success by learning the value of networking in this episode with Justin Colby. Keep listening because he reveals how to get more seller leads, operate a flipping business online, and create meaningful relationships today!   KEY TAKEAWAYS One thing you should never overlook as an entrepreneur What's the highest currency you have? The beauty of flipping real estate properties A cost-effective way to get more seller leads How successful people leverage their network to achieve goals    RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Podio Rocketly Facebook  Google  Instagram ChatGPT Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller | Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover  The Gift of Failure by Ari Rastegar | Kindle, Audiobook, and Hardcover How Human Connection Drives Entrepreneurial Success in Real Estate | Ari Rastegar   TWEETABLES "Life is easier when you are not worried about what people think or what people say." - Alex Pardo  "Do the right thing, provide the value, and do it every day, and it will come back around." - Justin Colby   ABOUT JUSTIN COLBY Justin is the founder of The Science of Flipping Podcast and The Science of Flipping Coaching Program and is an active real estate investor, having flipped over 1500 homes in multiple markets. As a coach and mentor, he has advised 1000s of clients on becoming a real estate investor and is a recognized national public speaker.   CONNECT WITH JUSTIN Website: The Science Of Flipping Podcast: The Science of Flipping | Apple Podcasts and Spotify YouTube: Justin Colby LinkedIn: Justin Colby   ASCEND Don't Wait To Enjoy Your Life, Tomorrow, Live It Today! How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life:  

In today's session, David Snyder talks about Manifestation and different techniques to control our feelings, desires, and self-development. Listen as he shares different stories and scenarios about manifestation and utilizing the techniques. Tune in to learn more about manifestation, feelings, magic frame techniques, the unconscious mind, the nervous system, and more! Standout Quotes: ● “If it's free, you're always going to pay twice.” ● “There's always things that can be a little bit more that need a little bit more attention.” ● “We are not the way we are because of what happened to us. We are the way we are because of how we recorded what happened to us and how we've been relating to those recordings.” ● “Experience is the shift that absolutely moves the meat forward.” ● “You can be or do or have anything in this life that you want, as long as you're first willing to become the person for whom that thing can happen.” [Quote of David from Taylor Sinclair] ● “You have the keys to transforming your life and the lives of countless others.” ● “If you can point to where you feel it, you can change it.” ● “the part of you that controls everything we're playing with is the same part of you that plays pretend.” · Key Takeaways: ● One of the subconscious mind's primary directives is to protect your life to keep you safe. ● A feeling drives every action humans take: a feeling they want more of or a feeling they want a lot less of. ● We are taught to first run towards the biggest, nastiest, most painful thing in our lives. And that's why we fail. Because our unconscious mind sorts for what's familiar, which is what it's done the longest and strongest. ● The quality of the information you get from your autonomic nervous system is directly related to how you've asked the question. ● We are not broken, and we can be everything we want. But we must be willing to improve ourselves to become the person we want to be. ● The unconscious mind creates a safety rule that protects us from getting hurt from past experiences. ● The act of pointing and reaching creates multiple pathways to the same information in your holographic nervous system. But it creates a synergy between the nervous system's different divisions. Episode Timeline: [00:21] How do we clear an “icky” feeling in our body? [8:39] What is the Magic Frame technique? [10:23] How and why does an unconscious mind lack time sense? [14:19] How does a human being navigate the vibrational universe? [15:26] What is the Proprioceptive grid? [16:40] How does the Magic Frame technique tend to have the most impact? [19:19] How does David's holographic memory unit infographic work? [22:26] What happens to feelings you moved behind you? [25:55] How did teachers help David create a personal development and empowerment system? [28:16] What is Bucket Listing? [38:28] What is a Human Angel? [38:50] How to use the magic frame in asthma? [39:04] What is the basic spinning technique? [44:13] How to remove the control of someone's abuse? [47:03] What is body-centered energy psychotherapy? [51:25] How can you deal with more severe mental illness? Learn more about David Snyder at: Website: http://www.davidsnyder.com/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdx6qLwpc98iDoNe-7BGHdA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidsnydernlp/?hl=en

Downplaying accomplishments is a common tendency that many individuals share, often unintentionally diminishing the significance of our achievements. Consequently, in a world where self-promotion often takes center stage, some of us may find ourselves caught in the dilemma of not wanting to appear boastful while still wanting due recognition for our efforts. However, one common misconception is that downplaying accomplishments is a sign of humility. Hence, the challenge lies in recognizing the fine line between humility and self-acknowledgment.   We must recognize that humility is not about denying your strengths; it's about using them to uplift others. And that embracing humility doesn't necessitate suppressing our accomplishments but instead, encourages a balanced acknowledgment of our strengths without overshadowing the contributions of others. Thus, as we acknowledge our achievements and strengths, we should do so with a mindset that seeks to inspire and uplift those around us because humility becomes a powerful force when it is intertwined with the celebration of success that turns personal victories into collective triumphs. In the words of one of our guests, "It's not about shouting from the rooftops about your successes; it's about the journey and the lessons learned along the way."   In this special episode, we will recall the empowering stories shared by the diverse array of guests, ranging from medical professionals in various specialties to pro and collegiate athletes, entrepreneurs, lawyers, accountants, and more. With a remarkable lineup of over 133 episodes that were released consistently over the last 2.5 years, we will reflect on how maintaining such dedication and consistency paved the way to establish this podcast as a unique platform where life, sports, and medicine intersect. Tune in as we revisit memorable moments, showcase life-changing stories, and express gratitude to the guests who generously shared their experiences and insights to make our podcast a wealth of knowledge and encouragement.   “Don't take yourself too seriously. You're going to make mistakes, you're going to doubt yourself, criticize yourself but remember that the world needs your voice and authenticity.” – Dr. Derrick Burgess   Topics Covered: (00:02:21) Sharing various stories of success (00:05:03) Final TimeOut with Dr. Gulshan Oberoi: Financial Freedom (00:06:00) Chef Roderick Hollins: Never quit, keep going. (00:06:42) Dr. Latifat Akintade: If you want something, make it happen. (00:07:47) Final TimeOut with BoPete Keyes: Keep working (00:10:02) Stephanie Pearson: Take a break (00:11:32) The Burgess Kids: Affirmations (00:13:00) Suzette Burgess: Moving to different places (00:13:56) Final TimeOut with Coach Tony Thompson and Thomas Burgess: The Legacy of Family Reunion (00:17:28) Men are born to be leaders of the family (00:18:24) Final TImeOut with Amanda Hill: Trust your vision (00:20:45) Final TImeOut with Tessa Wilson: Positively reframing adversity (00:23:25) Material things won't make you happy (00:27:01) Final TimeOut with Troy Jones: Embrace the process and be patient   Key Takeaways:    “One thing that I struggle with sometimes is giving myself credit for what I do. I tend to downplay my accomplishments. I'd rather pat somebody else on the back than to pat my own self.” –Derrick Burgess   “Success is achievable no matter where you come from, no matter how you started. As long as you have determination, drive, grit and willingness to overcome obstacles, you can do whatever you want to do.” –Derrick Burgess   "When you set your heart and mind to something, you can do whatever you want. It's a mindset, and I want to keep that mindset." – Dr. Gulshan Oberoi   “Stop looking at what love could do for you and look at what you can do for love.” – Chef Roderick Hollins   "If there's something you want to do right now, at whatever age you are, just get it done. There are so many other great things that you are going to need to do." – Dr. Latifat Akintade   "If you don't have confidence and faith in yourself, then you'll never be able to make it to where you want to be." – BoPete Keyes “We are all a work in progress.” – Stephanie Pearson   "I give up being perfect for being authentic means that rather than trying to fit in, I can be different." –Derrick Burgess II   "All those things that have made our society easier to deal with have also made it lazier to become close to your family." Coach Tony Thompson    "The role of men of the family is to be the leaders that move forward into the next decade." – Thomas Burgess II   "We have to tell each other to trust your vision when we're in the throes of the bad situation." – Amanda Hill   "Adversity does not define who you are. It's not the totality of who you are." – Tessa Wilson   "There is a process that God puts you through, and that time's needed for you to develop for what he has planned for you. But he's not going to allow you to move too fast if you're not ready because then you're going to squander, so be patient and embrace it." – Coach Troy Jones   Connect with Dr. Derrick Burgess: Website: https://www.drderrickthesportsdr.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drderrickthesportsdr/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeOut.SportsDr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-burgess-72047b246/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHGDu1zT4K_X6PnYELu8weg Email: thesportsdoctr@gmail.com   This episode of TimeOut with the SportsDr. is produced by Podcast VAs Philippines - the team that helps podcasters effectively launch and manage their podcasts, so we don't have to. Record, share, and repeat! Podcast VAs PH gives me back my time so I can focus on the core functions of my business. 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This week on the Frontline Innovators we have two guests! ✌   Jennifer Martindale is the Director of Organizational Change Management at J.R. Simplot Company. She helps people move forward through transformation management strategies that create buy-in, transition mindsets, change cultures, challenge assumptions, improve processes, and implement solutions that stick. Stacy Gibbons is a clinical licensed mental health counselor who brings a great perspective on the people side of change and how to stay curious with their response.   Quote: "It's about preparing for change. If folks are not prepared for change, then you get to deal with the negative consequences. You don't get to opt out of that. You don't get to say, you know what, we are too busy."   Key Takeaways: ➖ One size fits all approach does not work for OCM ➖ Your leaders need to have the right tools to support the frontline ➖ Understand the change trigger the frontline is facing ➖ OCM is all about preparing folks for sustainable change ➖ Communicate to the frontline that the tech will improve their job not take it away   Jennifer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-martindale-45b7b88b/ Jennifer's Company Website: https://www.simplot.com/ Stacy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-gibbons-44a422183/   Here's other ways you can listen: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2f4ecd92-6468-4769-b0bf-254e236510b7/FRONTLINE-INNOVATORS Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frontline-innovators/id1572329402 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/29m3wnK8pbFjdSvJ9wjmyS Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/frontline-innovators Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZnJvbnRsaW5laW5ub3ZhdG9ycy5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw Youtube - https://youtu.be/ZIkTnrC9jsw   Find more episodes of Frontline Innovators at https://www.frontlineinnovators.com/  

In this episode you will discover: The importance of business development in digital health startups Transparency with your investors Taking patient monitoring out of the hospital The advantage of building a key opinion leader network Key Takeaways: One common scenario in digital health startups is that they have a high technical and clinical competence, but they don't have a plan for how the final product is going to be positioned in the market and how the company is going to be financed in the long term. Bring in the right investors as early as you can and have a transparent conversation with your investors about how the journey of the company is likely going to be. Be open about the hurdles that clinical companies have to face in terms of regulations and other expenses. The hospital systems end up spending a lot of resources following up, which ends up taking from the resources that could be spent on treating patients. That's why any product or service that could take patient monitoring out of the hospital without compromising care will get a lot of traction everywhere. Build the right key opinion leader network in order to really understand how to get the product into the market. It might take some investment of time, but it'll be worth it. Know where the right places are to go, who the right people are to reach out to, and what is the best approach to get them to buy into your product. “Everything you can do to move services or patient monitoring out of the hospital without compromising care is something that is well getting a lot of traction everywhere.” - Tormod ThomsenResources: Website: https://www.picterus.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tormod-thomsen-a4b1509/ Learn more from Carrie and Rebecca: Healthcare Insights (a monthly deep dive into specific topics for innovators): https://nixongwiltlaw.com/healthcare-insightsTelehealth/Virtual Care Mgmt Update (a biweekly LinkedIn newsletter tracking legal and policy changes across the nation): https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/telehealth-virtual-care-update-6901900767960068096/ Website: https://nixongwiltlaw.com/ Carrie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrienixon/ Rebecca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccagwilt/NGL on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nixon-gwilt-law/ 

In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Developing training rituals that translate to travel and trial.  Basic positions and notifying judges in basic position variations.  What judges are looking for and the difference between minor errors and larger point losses.  Why consistency, speed, directness, and attention matter during your trail.    Key Takeaways: One of the first things the judge looks for is if your dog is coming onto the field in the right state of mind. As the handler or spotter, you want to be aware of how you are presenting yourself as well. Any time words come out of your mouth, they matter. You do not want to be giving double commands when you're getting started.  Don't make handler errors when it isn't necessary.  Footwork drives what your upper body does. You want your dog to be able to read your body language.    "When I see things that are outside the rules, I have to assume they're being done on purpose." —  Jerry Bradshaw   Get Jerry's book Controlled Aggression on Amazon.com   Contact Jerry: Website: controlledaggressionpodcast.com Email: JBradshaw@TarheelCanine.com Tarheel Canine Training:  www.tarheelcanine.com Youtube:  tarheelcanine Twitter: @tarheelcanine Instagram: @tarheelk9 Facebook: TarheelCanineTraining Protection Sports Website: psak9-as.org Patreon:   patreon.com/controlledaggression Slideshare: Tarheel Canine Calendly: https://calendly.com/tarheelcanine  Tarheel Canine Seminars: https://streetreadyk9.com/      Sponsors:  ALM K9 Equipment: almk9equipment.com PSA & American Schutzhund: psak9-as.org Tarheel Canine: tarheelcanine.com Superior Canine Website: https://superiorcanine.ca/  Aaron's Superior Canine Email: aaron@superiorcanine.ca  Superior Canine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/superiorcanineinc  Superior Canine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superiorcanineinc/  The Drive Company: https://thedriveco.com/  The Drive Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrive.co    Find out more about Hold The Line Conference 2024 at https://htlk9.com/    Train Hard, train smart, be safe.     Show notes by Podcastologist Chelsea Taylor-Sturkie   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

Trigger Warning: Domestic Abuse. National Domestic Violence Hotline for 24/7 Confidential Support: 800-799-7233 Today I am joined by Beverly Price, founder of Her Empowered Divorce. Beverly shares signs of abuse that people most often experience, the signs of abuse, as well as the fact that some people don't even realize they are in an abusive relationship. Beverly is a big proponent of bringing awareness to domestic abuse and is even putting on an awareness program this month. Beverly talks about the benefits of hiring a coach to help you prior to the divorce, during, and after to come from an empowering position. Tune in today to hear her red flags and learn how a coach can help you through this difficult time.  In this episode: [2:08] Beverly shares her authentic story. [7:50] What are some of the signs that a person is being abused? [10:36] What are the components of financial abuse? [17:33] When should someone contact Beverly for divorce coaching? [19:40] Beverly discusses her awareness program. [22:40] Beverly shares a piece of advice about empowerment.  Key Takeaways:  One form of abuse that is often overlooked is financial abuse. It's so easy for a spouse to take over all finances, have everything in their name, and control all money, however this can be a form of abuse. This can start simply by only one spouse's name on a credit card or on the house, and it can drag further into a spouse not having any rights to the family money.  Hiring a divorce coach can be a great way to get a plan together before the divorce is even on the table.  Abuse is usually about power and control. The person doing the abusive behavior will do whatever it takes to prove their control. While it can start out small and unnoticeable, the longer in the relationship, they often desire more control.  If you see something, say something. Oftentimes, abuse is condoned with silence. The more we speak out about abuse, the more awareness one has around abusive behaviors, and the more likely that someone will ask for help and that those behaviors will not be tolerated.  Quotes:  “Abuse is really about power and control. It's not necessarily about the money, it's not necessarily about sex. It's about power and control in any of the forms.” - Beverly Price “Don't condone domestic violence by your silence. Let's combat it with awareness. Let's shift from condoning to condemning.” - Beverly Price Guest Bio:  I am Beverly Price, a passionate separation, divorce, empowerment and pre-mediation coach, as well as a podcast host on a mission. Through my own personal journey of overcoming obstacles, I have emerged as a fighter, and now I want to change the lives of women just like you. I am committed to empowering and instilling confidence in women navigating the journey of divorce. My mission is to help these women embrace their innate confidence, beauty, and empowerment, empowering them to step forward and claim their rightful place in the world. Together, let us embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, where you can rewrite your own story and reclaim your power. The time has come for you to flourish and thrive, and I am here to guide you every step of the way. Resources:  Her Empowered Divorce Website Her Empowered Divorce Instagram Her Empowered Divorce Podcast Lesa Koski Website Lesa's Online Courses Lesa's Masterclass The Onward app was made for divorced parents to help track, share, and split their children's expenses. Download The Onward App today for iOS or Android! I am so honored to introduce my FREE Co-Parenting Masterclass. This masterclass will share tools to co-parent well even with a difficult co-parent.  You will learn the 5 C's of a Co-Parenting Plan and a free bonus resource with Certified Divorce Lending Specialist, Tami Wollensak, sharing what you want to consider regarding the family home. Register for free today at https://www.lesakoski.com/co-parenting-masterclass

Robert Ribciuc is the Managing Partner at EBITDA Catalyst. He helped establish, grew, and managed a successful advisory/consulting firm focusing on pricing strategy and analytics, go-to-market optimization, and revenue management for middle-market corporate and private equity portfolio (PE) clients in diverse industry verticals. In this episode, Robert shares the need to understand the veterinary business as a whole, from the service to the non-service products to come up with the best pricing strategy.   Why you have to check today's podcast: Understand how veterinary practice is different from other industries Consider the use of good, better, best pricing strategies when dealing with veterinary services and products Learn to holistically understand the veterinary business from the two sides -- the service and the non-service aspect to create best pricing strategies   "The hypothetical practice where the veterinarian also acts as the practice manager which the more you go up in size you have multiple practices, and then you get to these corporate entities, they try to avoid that like the plague." - Robert Ribciuc   Topics Covered: 02:31 - Robert's thoughts on what is said as unreasonable expenses in taking care of pets 07:07 - Understanding the dynamics of the veterinary practice as totally different from other industries 11:49 - How are the bigger veterinary companies leading when it comes to price increase? 14:22 - Payment schemes to consider for veterinary expenses 15:22 - How should veterinarians deal with pricing  17:19 - Staying in the veterinary business for long-term 18:17 - The concept of having a practice manager responsible for pricing, instead of the practice owner [implementing the good, better, best pricing] 22:01 - How to effectively manage pricing for the diverse range of services and products offered by a veterinary practice  27:49 - His definition of business success   Key Takeaways: "One of the trends we should talk about is adoption or non-adoption of insurance in this space and other types of concepts from pricing like subscription or wellness plans, where instead of having that one time pain that is potentially dramatic and brings you to tears, you have a tiny bit of pain every month, but hopefully short of tears." - Robert Ribciuc  “If you are one of these practices and you're selling a product, you take the case of medication that's being sold. And some of these practices sell some of the medication physically in the practice. And then there are providers like vet source, which is a way to have your online pharmacy that's like your practices ordering portal for your practice customers, that's a pretty significant part of revenue for a practice. And so there are questions over there. How do you get sophisticated with pricing in that space?” - Robert Ribciuc    People/Resources Mentioned: Blue Pearl Emergency: https://bluepearlvet.com Banfield Pet Hospital: https://www.banfield.com Mars: https://www.marsveterinary.com General Mills: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Mills Blue Buffalo: https://bluebuffalo.com VHMA: https://www.vhma.org/home   Connect with Robert Ribciuc: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ribciuc/ Email: robert@ebitdacatalyst.com   Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

In this episode, Keith dives deep into his journey from starting a landscaping business to reaching the 100k milestone in just two years. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and shares valuable insights on the balance between learning and earning in the entrepreneurial world. Keith also discusses the challenges he faced, including taking on too much work and the importance of setting the right minimums for your services. Along the way, he encounters a surprise guest, William, who shares his perspective on the landscaping industry. Get ready for an engaging and insightful conversation that will inspire and motivate you on your entrepreneurial journey in the season of 2023.   "If there comes a 90-day period where you've realized you're not learning anything new. Then you better be earning more raising your prices, raising your value and your worth."  - Keith Kalfas Topics Covered:  Keith's humble beginnings and the birth of his podcast in 2014. The journey of escaping dead-end jobs and achieving financial independence. The power of taking calculated leaps of faith in your business. The distinction between learning and earning in your entrepreneurial journey. Survival mode versus feast or famine in the business world. The importance of setting and maintaining minimum prices for your services. A surprise visit from William, sharing his insights on the landscaping industry in 2023. Key Takeaways "One baby step in the right direction can be the thing that changes everything in the right direction. And so there's a way to shortcut the stuff and compress time and it's through through online courses and programs, and now, coaches and consultants, if you can get the right coach that's been through all the stuff for real. And then they can help you compress time and kind of shortcut that chasm, you can make a lot of headway in a short amount of time." - Keith   Connect with Keith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas     Resources and Websites: 

Today, we delve into a topic that is often overlooked but is crucial for the overall well-being of our children—dental health and craniofacial development. Parents are naturally concerned about their children's health, focusing on aspects like nutrition, exercise, and mental well-being. However, dental health often takes a backseat, which is surprising given its significant role in overall health. According to a study published in the Australian Dental Journal, poor oral health in children can lead to a variety of issues, ranging from sleep disturbances to behavioral problems. Key Takeaways:-One of the less-discussed topics is the impact of mouth breathing on sleep quality.-Mouth breathing can lead to sleep apnea, a condition that disrupts sleep and, consequently, affects a child's performance in school and overall behavior.-Craniofacial development refers to the growth of the skull and facial bones.-Proper craniofacial development is vital for a functioning airway.-Children with issues like enlarged tonsils or adenoids often experience restricted airflow, leading to sleep problems.-Early intervention in craniofacial issues can prevent long-term complications, including sleep apnea.-The journey to ensuring your child's dental health and craniofacial development begins from infancy.-Regular dental check-ups, proper feeding techniques, and maintaining a balanced pH can set your child on a path for a lifetime of healthy smiles and overall well-being.-Children should have their first dental visit by the age of one or within six months of their first tooth appearing. Questions to Ask Your Dentist-Does the airway impact the overall health and development of my child?-What preventive measures can be taken to minimize the risk of cavities?-How often should children get a dental check-up to monitor airway and oral hygiene? Book a consultation today:I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I can not help, I can get you to a provider that can.https://shereewertz.com/15-min

I cannot emphasize enough how the skill of knowing how to calm dogs down can go a long way for dog owners wanting the best for their pets. As a dog trainer, I always emphasize the calmest dogs are the happiest dogs. When your dog's body becomes less stiff, they settle peacefully in one corner, and their breathing regulates—there's just no better sight. But there's so much advice and tips out there about helping dogs calm down that I totally understand if you feel unsure, uncertain, or overwhelmed on what to do. Calming dogs down is a passion I have as a dog trainer. I actually have a dog calming course called The Dog Calming Code™ to help calm dogs down! I believe that when our dogs have a period of time to regularly unwind, take a break, and enjoy alone time to let off steam, it will TREMENDOUSLY benefit them—physically, mentally, and emotionally. In this blog, you will learn how to calm your dogs, how to reduce their stress, and how to help them find ways to release stress. Key Takeaways: One of the major causes of stress in dogs comes from the dog assuming the role of leadership. Quiet times can help your dog switch off and de-stress, so it's important that they have them. Dogs can absorb a great deal of stress from us, their dog owners, so we should be careful with our energies, too. CALMING DOG DOWNS START WITH KNOWING THE IMPORTANT BASICS. START NOW WITH THE DOG CALMING CODE™️. Table of Contents: How to Calm Dogs Down: What I Learned From Car Rides With My Dogs Signs That Tell You Your Anxious Dogs Need to Calm Down How to Calm Dogs Down: Why Your Dog Is Stressed How to Calm Dogs Down: Taking On the Role of the Leader Doggy Dan, How Can Your Dog Calming Code Course Help My Dog? Help Dogs Relax With Alone Times and Breaks Calm Dogs Down With Their Own Retreat Corner How to Know If Your Dog Has Calmed Down How to Calm Dogs Down: 7 Best Tips to Reduce Stress and Anxiety in Dogs Dogs Absorb The Energy of Dog Owners… So Be Calm, Too Conclusion: Wondering How to Calm Dogs Down? You Might Need to Take a Step Away How to Calm Dogs Down: What I Learned from Car Rides with My Dogs My dogs adore my ute (pickup truck with a canopy on the back)! Whenever I feel like my dogs need a break, I just make them hop inside the back of the vehicle, and drive around with the windows down.   Car rides calm my dogs down because they always hop off my ute significantly relaxed — and YES! — happy. All I do is prepare the back of the ute by adding pillows and blankets all around, just to make my dogs feel comfortable. I let them feel the wind, and after a while, they become less tensed, their breathing becomes more steady, and they look almost sleepy! Seeing firsthand that my dogs respond positively to car rides taught me three things. Lesson #1: There Are Free Solutions That Can Help Your Dogs Relax, De-Stress, and Calm Down A simple—but free!—solution such as a car ride can really help our dog's mental and emotional health. During one of our car rides, I asked myself “What makes these car trips so relaxing for our dogs?” THE PROGRAM THAT HELPED MORE THAN 80,000 DOG OWNERS KNOW HOW TO CALM DOGS DOWN THE RIGHT WAY. LEARN MORE HERE. And the answer: my dogs get their moment to simply turn off the world. No home to guard. …or strangers to worry about. …no overwhelming environment! All they enjoy in the ride is fresh air and a moment of blissful calm. Lesson#2: Apart From Knowing How to Calm Dogs Down, We Should Also Know When to Calm Them Down Now this part is important as it's easy to misinterpret our dogs. Sometimes, we look at our hyperactive, jumpy dogs and think “Oh, they're probably just being playful.” However, in reality, they're actually so stressed. Knowing the cues when to calm dogs down can spare your dogs from stress exhaustion! Signs That Tell You Your Anxious Dogs Need to Calm Down Is your dog simply rowdy or already exhibiting signs of stress and anxiety? Here are common signs to look out for. Sign #1: Excessive Panting Dogs will often pant heavily when they are stressed or anxious, so take excessive panting as a common sign that your dogs need a break. Sign #2: Barking Barking is a common sign of stress in dogs, as it is their way of expressing their anxiety or fear. Sign #3: Hiding If your dog is hiding and trying to avoid you, this could be a sign that they are feeling stressed and need some extra attention and comfort. Sign #4: Trembling When dogs are feeling scared or overwhelmed, they may start trembling or shaking as a physical response to the stress they're feeling. Sign #5: Pacing If your dog starts pacing around in circles or back and forth, this could be a sign that they are feeling anxious and need some help calming down. A CALM DOG STARTS WITH A CALM PUPPY. TRAIN PUPPIES THE BETTER WAY WITH THE PUPPY COACH™️. Sign #6: Chewing on objects Dogs who are feeling stressed may start chewing on furniture, toys, or other objects in an attempt to soothe themselves. Sign #7: Excessive licking When dogs feel overwhelmed by their emotions, they may start licking themselves excessively as a way to cope with the stress they're feeling. Sign #8: Aggression towards other animals/people Dogs who are feeling stressed may become aggressive towards other animals or people in order to protect themselves from potential harm. Sign #9 Loss of appetite Stress can cause dogs to lose their appetite, so if you notice your pup isn't eating like usual this could be a sign that something is wrong and needs attention immediately. Sign #10: Changes in sleeping patterns If your dog is sleeping more than usual or having trouble getting comfortable at night, this could be an indication that something is wrong and needs addressing right away. How to Calm Dogs Down: Why Your Dog Is Stressed #1: They See Themselves as Leaders and Protectors… and it's Overwhelming Them Think about it this way: compare how you'd feel if you were designated as the driver for a car journey, versus just being a passenger. Surely, you would be more relaxed as a passenger than being the driver, right? That's how your dog feels. ALL THE TIME. DISCOVER HOW YOU CAN LESSEN DOG STRESS AND ANXIETY WITH THE DOG CALMING CODE™️! When your dog takes on the role as a leader and protector, they will be more on the edge, more anxious, more aggressive, and more stressed! They're always on the lookout for trouble or danger. They're constantly agitated because they want everyone — puppies, other dogs, and especially YOU — to be safe. They don't have time to relax, switch off, and stop worrying because they're the leader — and they take that role seriously. BUT THEY DON'T HAVE TO FEEL THIS AT ALL. Check out my course the Dog Calming Code to see what dogs need from you to understand that they are NOT the leader in the relationship, and how you can step up and show them the dog-cues that will help to settle them down. #2: They Absorb Your Energy Our dogs are very sensitive to their environment, so it's no wonder they can easily pick up on the stress of those around them. This is why it is so important to create a calm, positive atmosphere in your home if you have a dog. When dogs live in a stressful environment, they become stressed as well. They may exhibit signs of anxiety such as barking, pacing, or hiding. Additionally, dogs will often take on the energy of their owners and absorb it. If you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed out, your pup will likely feel the same way too. So be sure to keep your energies and emotions in check, too. To reduce stress for both you and your dog, make sure to provide plenty of exercise, quiet moments, and mental stimulation for your pup each day. Additionally, try to practice mindful breathing exercises with your pup by taking deep breaths together. This will help both of you relax and de-stress from the day's events. RAISING PUPPIES? THE PUPPY COACH™️ PROGRAM FROM DOGGY DAN CAN HELP YOU! #3: They Just Couldn't Take Some Alone Time to Relax and Switch Off Dogs are social animals, but they still need time to relax and switch off from the world. Just like humans, dogs can become overwhelmed or stressed if they don't get enough alone time. Providing a safe and comfortable environment for your dog to retreat to when they need some peace and quiet is crucial for their wellbeing. This can be in the form of a designated spot in your home or yard where your dog can go to take a break from people and other animals. Moreover, it is essential to make sure that this space is free from distractions such as loud noises, bright lights, and visitors. HOW DO YOU CALM DOGS DOWN? THE DOG CALMING CODE™️ IS A PROGRAM DOG OWNERS SWEAR BY! A good rule of thumb is to provide your dog with at least an hour of uninterrupted alone time each day. This will give them the opportunity to rest, recharge, and relax so that they can come back feeling refreshed and ready for more playtime with you! How to Calm Dogs Down: Taking On the Role of the Leader Imagine the difference it would make to OUR anxiety when someone we trust tells us “Don't worry about it. I got this!” We can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Finally — we can relax! Same goes for our dogs. But a quick disclaimer before I continue: Although I used human emotion as an analogy above, I would like to encourage you that to understand your dog, you must also understand dog psychology. Dogs are complex animals and we really need to go to their level of thinking to understand them. We can do things to help them see clearly that WE'RE the ones in charge, not them. So letting dogs know you got things covered will help! When we establish that we're the ones responsible for overlooking their food, and safety and security, our dogs will feel that it's okay to wind down and take the back seat. This is why I encourage dog owners — both old and new — to learn more about this principle through my course, The Dog Calming Code. Doggy Dan, How Can Your Dog Calming Code Course Help My Dog? I find it mind-blowing how easy it is to misinterpret dogs. An anxious, stressed dog won't always be sulking in one corner. Sometimes, they're the rowdy ones, the agitated ones, the dogs that are so stubborn, it's driving you crazy. And we respond to their behavior with shouting, or giving punishments, or scaring them to establish that we're the boss. I will help you shift this mindset with the Dog Calming Code. The DCC course teaches dog owners what dogs are looking for in a leader – and it's not what you'd expect. It's not shouting and being a drill sergeant – it's being calm, it's acknowledging danger and dismissing it so the rest of the pack at home can relax, it's giving guidance, it's taking control of the walk until it's time to let the dog loose and have their own play time. MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE DOG CALMING CODE™️ HERE! The course will help YOU instill into your dog's mind: “I'm here. I got you. I'll be in control. You can trust me.” And that's a powerful promise to your stressed dogs! Help Dogs Relax With Alone Times and Breaks Alone time and breaks are important for dogs. So, I always tell dog owners to add it to their dog's routine. Dogs need to be able to have time away from their owners to rest and relax, so having regular breaks can help them stay healthy and happy. There are several ways to provide alone time and breaks for your dog. #1: Calm Dogs Down By Taking Your Dog on a Walk or Run Exploring the outdoors is a great way to give them some alone time. A walk or a run allows them to bask in their environment without the distraction of other people or animals. #2: Toys Can Be an Excellent Distraction That Will Keep Your Dogs Occupied Even Without You Around You can also give your dog toys that will keep them occupied while you're away, such as interactive toys that dispense treats when played with. #3: Help Calm Dogs With a Comfortable Corner Additionally, providing your dog with a comfortable bed in a quiet area of the house can help them feel safe and secure while you're away. The benefits of providing alone time and breaks for dogs include improved mental health. You will also see reduced stress levels and increased physical activity. Your dog might also exhibit better sleep habits, improved cognitive function, and greater overall happiness. GOT A PUPPY YOU NEED TO TRAIN? YOU CAN START THE RIGHT WAY WITH THE PUPPY COACH™️ PROGRAM! Regularly giving your dog alone time will also help build trust between the two of you. Trust is the secret recipe for a strong bond between owner and pet. Calm Dogs Down With Their Own Retreat Corner Creating a retreat corner for your dog can be a great way to give them a safe and comfortable space to relax. To make the perfect retreat corner, here are some things you can consider. Tip #1: Consider Privacy Start by choosing a spot in your home where your pup can have some privacy. Make sure that the area is free of any distractions like loud noises or people walking by. Tip #2: Cushions and Blankets Help You may want to consider adding cushions or blankets to make the space more inviting and comfortable. If you have an outdoor space, you could also create a retreat corner there with things like a kennel or playhouse. Tip #3: Keep Dogs Calm and Entertained with Their Favorite Toys and Treats Add some items that will make your pup feel safe and secure such as toys, treats, and chews, so they can still be enteratined even while alone. You can also include items like puzzles or interactive toys that encourage mental stimulation. To add, you may want to add calming scents such as lavender or chamomile to help keep your pup relaxed and stress-free. Tip #4: Safety First Ensure that the area is completely pet-proofed and that all furniture is sturdy enough to support your pup's weight if they decide to jump up on it. With these steps in place, you should have everything you need for the perfect retreat corner for your four-legged friend! How to Know If Your Dog Has Calmed Down If you are trying to help your pup relax, it is important to be able to identify the signs that they are feeling more relaxed. These cues that show your dogs have FINALLY relaxed can help you determine what to do next time. These are some of the most common signs that your pup has calmed down: Sign #1: More Relaxed Body Language You can see this once their ears and tail will be lower, they may yawn or lick their lips, and their breathing may become slower, deeper, and more regulated. Sign #2: Showing Signs of Contentment A common sign can include wagging their tail or panting with a relaxed expression on their face. Additionally, less muscle tension can also indicate reduced stress. Sign #3: They Start to Engage in Activities Such as Chewing on Toys or Lying Down If your dog is back to their playful mood — playing quietly on one corner, or chewing in a non-aggressive way — it's a good sign that they aren't too wired up or too stressed. WHAT MAKES CALM DOGS? DOGGY DAN SHARES THE SECRETS IN THE DOG CALMING CODE™️ PROGRAM. Sign #4: They may start to respond positively to commands or cues from you. When dogs have calmed down, they tend to respond positively to commands or cues from you. Moreover, they are more attentive and willing to listen, which is a good indication of their relaxed state. Sign #5: You may notice that they seem less reactive when exposed to environmental triggers such as loud noises or other animals. They may not bark or whine as much, and their body language may be more relaxed. This is a positive sign that your dog is feeling more comfortable and confident in their surroundings, and it may indicate that they are better able to cope with stressors. How to Calm Dogs Down: 7 Best Tips to Reduce Stress and Anxiety in Dogs As a dog owner, it can be distressing to see your furry companion experience stress or anxiety. So many things can come into play! Dogs can become anxious for a variety of reasons, such as separation anxiety, fear of loud noises, or unfamiliar environments. However, there are several tips and techniques that you can use to calm your dog down and alleviate their stress. See some tips below. Tip #1: Exercise Taking your dog on a long walk or run can help them to burn off excess energy and make them calmer. Additionally, exercise is a great way to produce happy hormones for dogs. Tip #2: Massage Gently massaging your dog's body can help to relax their muscles and calm their nerves. Tip #3: CBD Oil Therapy CBD oils have calming properties that can help to reduce anxiety in dogs, such as lavender or chamomile. Tip #4: Music Therapy Playing soothing music for your pup is another recommendation because it can help to reduce stress and create a calming atmosphere in the home. Tip #5: Calming Treats You can find treats specifically designed to help reduce anxiety in dogs, such as CBD-infused treats or calming chews with natural ingredients like chamomile or valerian root extract. Tip #6: Toys & Puzzles Providing interactive toys and puzzles for your dog can help keep them occupied and distracted from any potential stressors in the environment. HOW DO YOU RAISE CALM PUPPIES? LEARN FROM DOGGY DAN WITH HIS PUPPY COACH™️ PROGRAM! Tip #7: Comfort Items Giving your dog a favorite toy, blanket, or other comfort item can provide reassurance and make them feel more secure when feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety. Dogs Absorb The Energy of Dog Owners… So Be Calm, Too Your dogs can absorb your energy, so be calm, too. Dogs are incredibly sensitive to the energy around them, and they pick up on your mood. If you're feeling frustrated or angry, your dog will be able to sense it and may act out in response. They might bark non-stop, or just act all fidgety around you. That's why it's important for dog owners to take a few moments to calm themselves before interacting with their pet. Take a few deep breaths, go for a walk, or do some yoga poses – whatever works best for you. Doing this will help ensure that your dog is getting the positive energy it needs from you. CALMER DOGS, HAPPIER DOGS. RAISE YOUR DOGS THE CALM WAY WITH THE DOG CALMING CODE™️. Also try to stay away from any activities that may cause you stress while in the presence of your pup. This could include things like working on the computer or watching TV, as these activities can cause stress hormones to be released in both humans and dogs alike. By taking the time to calm yourself first, you'll be able to provide your pup with a more positive atmosphere and foster an even stronger bond between you two! Conclusion: Wondering How to Calm Dogs Down? You Might Need to Take a Step Away When it comes to helping dogs relax, sometimes the best thing you can do is simply step away and give them a break. The gift of alone time allows them to take a few moments for themselves and process their feelings in a safe environment. A quiet, distraction-free break gives your dog some time to calm down and de-stress without any additional stimulation or pressure. Giving your dog some time away from whatever is causing them distress is one of the best ways to help them relax and reduce their stress levels. Allowing your dogs some time for self-care will ultimately benefit both you and your furbabies… and you'll surely come back to each other more refreshed, relaxed, and happy!   ~ Doggy Dan 

Are you looking for ways to make more money than you already have? Well, don't miss today's exciting episode of the Money podcast as Rob teaches you his 7 ways to make yourself great at making cash. Learn how solving peoples problems will offer you lucrative opportunities, how to get better at asking for what you want and why people will pay handsomely for convenience.  KEY TAKEAWAYS  One way to be great at making money is by solving problems. Ultimately, people will pay to have their pain alleviated and they will pay for solutions. What you need to be good at is spotting problems, seeing them as opportunities and solving those problems.  Do more than you are paid for.  It is not enough to do only what you are paid to do. You should always aim to do more than what you are paid to do. How impressed do people get when you do more than you are asked to do and paid to do? It is the same as always over delivering and customers will feel like they have been given extra value if you continuously give them more than what you initially promised.  You have got to get better at asking for what you want. If you inherently know you give good, intrinsic value and you are valuable and do not just obsess over money, you obsess over value then that becomes a lot easier. You will not get what you do not ask for and you have got to get better and asking for what you want.  If you make peoples lives faster, easier and better this will lead to convenience and therefore value. Many of the most successful things such as the internet and delivery services have been designed to make our lives easier. If you can create a product or service that does these three things, then you will get paid handsomely for it.    BEST MOMENTS “Solving problems help you make cash. Your job is to see and spot the problem, create the opportunity and get it out to the market.” “Don't just do the job you've got, do the job you want.” “You've got to make peoples lives easier, you've got to make peoples lives better, you've got to make peoples lives more convenient.” VALUABLE RESOURCES https://robmoore.com/   ABOUT THE HOST Rob Moore is an author of 9 business books, 5 UK bestsellers, holds 3 world records for public speaking, entrepreneur, property investor, and property educator. Author of the global bestseller “Life Leverage” Host of UK's No.1 business podcast “The Disruptive Entrepreneur”  “If you don't risk anything, you risk everything”  CONTACT METHOD Rob's official website: https://robmoore.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robmooreprogressive/?ref=br_rs  LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/robmoore1979This show was brought to you by Progressive Media

In this episode, Nathan and Mykolas discuss: Protecting your personal data and privacy in an ever-increasing digital world The existing cybersecurity landscape and the threats, scams, and modes of protection you need to be on the lookout for Action that is being taken to protect children and adults from the threats of social media at the local, state, and federal level The growing role artificial intelligence today and how it will impact our world from a business and economic standpoint Key Takeaways: One out of seventeen Americans have had their identity stolen and one out of four Americans are harassed, stalked, or otherwise intimidated online at some point in their life. Taking the time to run a diagnostic on your individual and family's online presence is a best practice to stay safe. Legislation does not move as fast as new technology does. Waiting for laws and regulations to be put in place by the government to protect individuals and families is not as realistic. Solutions will likely lie in the hands of private enterprise and individuals to act against cyber threats. Right now, it is increasingly challenging for people to differentiate what is real and what is fake in the online world. AI will significantly impact that trend in this new era of technology, staying informed and aware of what is real and what has been manufactured by technology and bad actors is key. “Be ethically non-negotiable in business. There are plenty of shortcuts that can be had in business, whether it's in hiring, whether it's firing, restructurings, dealing with clients; all of those things exist and I have never found it advantageous to even think about the shortcuts because the right way is almost always the best way to build a business.” —  Mykolas Rambus About Mykolas Rambus: Mykolas Rambus is a data and technology leader from Detroit, with a passion for great teams, new ventures, and doing the improbable. Mykolas is Co-founder and CEO of Hush, a new service dedicated to helping families take back control of their financial, physical, and reputation security. Previously, Mykolas was General Manager of Equifax's marketing services division, a business unit engaged with thousands of clients ranging from Fortune 25 to SMB's, providing IXI data exchange, digital, and highly regulated credit marketing data and insights. He is a frequent commentator on data and technology, has presented at numerous conferences, and been interviewed by CNBC, CNN, BBC, Bloomberg, Financial Times, Thomson Reuters, the New York Times and more. Mykolas studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he concentrated his undergraduate studies on Operations Research, Information Technology, and Urban Studies and Planning. Connect with Mykolas Rambus:  Website: https://www.mykolas.com/ Hush: Hush – Premium Privacy Platform (gohush.com) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mykolasrambus/ Connect with Nathan Mersereau:  Phone: 248-645-1520 Website: www.dayinacanoe.com Email: nathan.mersereau@planningalt.com Twitter: @NathanMersereau LinkedIn: Nathan Mersereau Address: 255 S Old Woodward, Suite 310 Birmingham, MI 48009

Buddy is President & CEO at Soles4Souls, a not-for-profit social enterprise creating opportunity through the collection and distribution of shoes and clothing around the world. Teaster's experience at Soles4Souls, along with the organization's global economic impact, is chronicled in his book, shoestrings: how your donated shoes and clothes help people pull themselves out of poverty. Previously, Buddy was President of StarKart and the National Association of Local Advertisers, and served as Chief Network Officer for the nonprofit Young Presidents' Organization. In 2012 he joined Soles4Souls to rebuild the organization after a period of leadership turmoil.  In this episode we discuss: ●      How to regain trust after it's been lost ●      The surprising impact new shoes have on kids experiencing homelessness ●      The business case for partnering with Soles4Souls (from my adidas days) Key Takeaways: ●      One important pathway of impact Soles4Souls uses is to foster economic empowerment by supplying micro-enterprises with gently used shoes and clothing. There is a strong case for using this approach to alleviate poverty, versus giving products away. While giving products away is important during times of crisis, poverty is a systemic issue and therefore requires a systemic solution. Some academic research points to evidence that free donations can flood a market, ruining demand for local businesses. As Michael Matheson Miller, the director of PovertyCure says, “When you give away something free, you're giving away a band-aid. You're not addressing deeper causes of poverty and you may be inhibiting long-term solutions. Poor people aren't poor because they lack stuff; they're poor because they lack the infrastructure to create wealth.” This is an important distinction that explains why supporting economic empowerment is so powerful. ●      Dignity is a powerful word. Each person deserves to be treated with dignity. It's important to keep that word front and center when helping others, and when seeking help ourselves. Each of us will be on the receiving and the giving end of help countless times throughout our lives. Too often the foundation of dignity is lost when the numbers of need exceed our ability to imagine the individual. In these cases, emotion gets lost in faceless numbers and is replaced with efficiency. But it's acting on the foundation of dignity that keeps humanity on both sides of the equation. It's a standard worth holding ourselves accountable to in every interaction. ●      As consumers, it's important for each of us to take accountability for the lifecycle of the products we consume. It takes time and energy to sort and recycle items. It takes time and energy to drop off your old clothing and shoes at a donation center, instead of throwing them away. It's these small acts of time and energy that are needed from each one of us to enable a circular economy. A circular economy is a model of production and consumption, which involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible—keeping the material out of landfills and letting material be repurposed for a second life.   References: Connect with Buddy on LinkedIn Soles4Souls   Learn more here about how you can contribute to the Soles4Souls mission shoestrings: how your donated shoes and clothes help people pull themselves out of poverty by Buddy Teaster  For deeper insight into how charitable donations may impact economic development, I recommend “The One-for-one Business Model: Avoiding Unintended Consequences”, Knowledge at Wharton, February 16, 2015. Connect & Share: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading them! If this episode resonated with you, I ask you to send it to a friend. Help bring even more visibility to these leaders that are using business as a force for good!  Subscribe to the Purpose and Profit newsletter to make sure you don't miss future episodes. This podcast is for you, the listener. I'd love to hear what resonated with you, or if you have a suggestion on who would be a great guest for this show. Please send me a note at info@KathyVarol.com.

In this episode, Nathan and Desirée discuss: How mentorship at an early age can unlock young people's potential Leveraging the education you get in all areas of life, not just within the classroom The benefits of having a purpose-driven company and social enterprise, going beyond business How to attract and retain young talent within your organization through a defined purpose-driven approach The intention behind money - how does it become the support system of your values and impact on the world    Key Takeaways: One's childhood is pivotal, it has the potential to determine how a person's growth journey will unfold. It is a time when people may meet a teacher, a coach, or a mentor that ignites that spark for them to go on to do great things.  McKinsey's research says that 70% of people say that they define their purpose through their work. People are now associating their personal brand with their place of work and the career they have.  Having a purpose-driven company that's focused on initiatives such as corporate social responsibility and sustainable practices will not only attract and retain talented recruits, they will also attract investors.  The purpose of money isn't just to make more. The money that we earn allows us to leave the world a better place. Money enables us to leave a legacy that helps the world and gives back to others.    "It's really important to understand that these days in order to attract and retain young talent, you have to have some type of purpose behind what you do. " —  Desirée Bombenon About Desirée Bombenon: Desirée Bombenon is the CEO and Chief Disruption officer of SureCall Contact Centers Ltd. She has over 30 years of business operational experience and strategic leadership. Awarded RBC's Women's Entrepreneur for 2020, Ernst & Young 2019 Entrepreneur of the year for the Prairies in Communication Technology, she is a bold innovator, futurist, and purpose-driven leader. Her portfolio includes business strategy, social enterprise, and culture building. Desirée was named WXN Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women for 2020, 2017, & 2016. She is an active member of a number of organizations including YPO and International Women's Forum and has chaired several industry boards and focus groups.    Connect with Desirée Bombenon:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/DesireeBombenon  Website: https://www.surecallcc.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desireebombenon/?originalSubdomain=ca    Connect with Nathan Mersereau:  Phone: 248-645-1520 Website: www.dayinacanoe.com Email: nathan.mersereau@planningalt.com Twitter: @NathanMersereau LinkedIn: Nathan Mersereau Address: 255 S Old Woodward, Suite 310 Birmingham, MI 48009     Show notes by Podcastologist: Justine Talla   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

You may have already heard how important organ meats are when it comes to health optimization, but many people still shy away from the idea of consuming these organ meats in place of a steak.   But the truth is that the nutrients found in organ meats play a crucial role in supporting immune function, brain health, and energy metabolism, and my guest today is here to share why we should all be incorporating these nutrient-rich organs into our diet.   I'm joined by James Barry, the founder of Pluck seasonings, to discuss the many benefits of eating organ meats. We discuss why as a society we have moved away from eating organ meats, and the perception that certain foods are healthier than others. James also explains why he decided to start making Pluck seasonings, and how these organ meat seasonings compare to eating the real thing.   James Barry's 17 + years in the culinary field started as a private chef cooking for celebrities such as Tom Cruise, Mariska Hargitay, George Clooney, Gerard Butler, Sean “Puffy” Combs, Barbra Streisand, and John Cusack. Most recently, James launched his first functional food product, Pluck, an organ-based seasoning. It's the first of its kind and an amazingly easy and delicious way for people to get organ meats into their diet.   James is also a published cookbook author having co-authored the recipes in Margaret Floyd's book Eat Naked and co-authored the follow-up cookbook The Naked Foods Cookbook. He most recently co- authored the recipes in Dr. Alejandro Junger's book, Clean 7.    Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Eat Pluck: Use code BSP10 to save 10% on your order at eatpluck.com Profound Health: Go to Profound-health.com and use promo code Longevity15 to save 15% on your first order.    Find More From Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/ Website: NatNiddam.com Join Nat's Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community Work with Nat: Book Your 20 MInute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08   Find more from James Barry: Website: eatpluck.com Facebook: Eat Pluck Instagram: @eatpluck   What we discuss: 00:07:19: It's easier to find organ meats when you buy your food online  00:11:38: The myths about eating liver  00:17:17: What is it about organs that makes them so nutrient dense?  00:22:55: Why certain organs are off the market 00:31:41: When did James decide to start making Pluck seasonings? 00:38:12: The perception that certain foods are healthier than others  00:47:03: Why it's healthier to cook rather than eat out  00:52:53: What are the best fats to cook with? 01:03:16: What percentage of organs do Pluck seasonings have?  01:10:58: What flavors of Pluck seasonings are available right now? Key Takeaways: One of the biggest myths about eating liver is that it holds a lot of toxins, making it dangerous for us to eat. While it is true that the liver acts as a filter for toxins within the body, it does not store toxins in large quantities. Instead, the liver converts potential toxins into less harmful substances or eliminates them altogether. Organs are often considered to be the most nutrient-dense foods because they are rich in a variety of essential vitamins and minerals that are not found in muscle meat. This is largely due to the fact that organs have distinct physiological functions, and as a result, they contain unique nutrient profiles. It's often healthier to cook at home than to eat out because you have control over the ingredients and cooking methods used in your food. When you cook at home, you can choose fresh and wholesome ingredients to make your meals, avoiding processed foods and excessive amounts of salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats.

In today's episode, Sarah Riley Mohr, Associate Corporate Counsel at Amazon, talks about her journey from being a paralegal to becoming a lawyer. Sarah discusses the challenges and rewards of her path and provides insights on whether it is worth it for others to pursue the same route. Sarah also discusses the best traits and skills that a paralegal can learn, such as the ability to take initiative, think critically, and demonstrate a willingness to do substantive work. Additionally, Sarah emphasizes the importance of recognizing when to delegate tasks and focus on higher-level work. Today's podcast episode provides valuable insights for both paralegals and attorneys on how to succeed in the legal profession. Key Takeaways: One of the most important traits of a paralegal is being able to spot issues and ask the right questions. The ability to take initiative and think critically is an important trait for paralegals to demonstrate to attorneys that they are capable of more substantive work. No task is beneath anyone, but it is also necessary to understand when to delegate to others in order to focus on higher-level work. Attending law school while working as a paralegal requires a significant amount of dedication and time management. Becoming a lawyer after working as a paralegal is possible but requires careful consideration of the costs and benefits. Did you hear about our upcoming live workshop? Ann Pearson is going live on May 16th and May 18th for the 7 Habits of Indispensable Paralegals! Learn more here: https://paralegal-bootcamp.thinkific.com/courses/seven-habits-of-indispensable-paralegals  Please visit our podcast page for the full show notes and any resources mentioned in the show. Are you a paralegal who wants to skip the learning curve and kickstart your career? The Paralegal Boot Camp offers online courses to fast-track your paralegal career, including a course on how to master your attention to detail. View our course offerings.   https://paralegal-bootcamp.thinkific.com. For more resources, visit our blog.      

In this final episode from the PECAA Annual Meeting in Nashville, VSP Vision's Shauna Harrington leads an interactive, audience participation course on attracting and keeping great employees in your practice.Key Takeaways:One bad apple spoils the whole bunch. People don't leave bad jobs, they leave bad leaders.Having a handbook sets performance expectations that help facilitate productive people managementFocus on your own unique value proposition. This impacts your ability to source great talent.How do you source great talent?Word of MouthIndeedOther service industriesAsking for referrals from employeesSchools and training programsEngagement in the job and Enablement to do the job are both super important to retain staffWish you were in Nashville for the PECAA Annual Meeting? Be sure to block your calendar for the 2024 meeting in Las Vegas April 29 - May 1, 2024!

Welcome to Building Brand You™, the podcast that helps you accelerate your success by unlocking your greatest asset – you.     KEY TAKEAWAYS "One of the options, in the variety of the outcomes of what we're doing, is success" - Elon Musk. Synergy is something you intentionally create, not something that happens to you. Creating a team means admitting that there is an area of your business where you are weak. Having a team is to create the space for us all to operate the way we want, and allowing your employees to operate in their flow, doing what they enjoy, and providing them with the necessary training is essential.     ABOUT OUR GUEST: Robin is an entrepreneur, real estate investor, and internationally accredited coach who specialises in unlocking the potential of entrepreneurs, helping them to maximise their growth, income, and results. Having won the Mega Entrepreneur Award in Los Angeles in 2017, the South African Investor of the Year in 2018, and having been featured in numerous issues of Fact Company Magazine, Robin has worked with more than 350 companies around the world to leverage their strengths and strengthen their weaknesses Robin is passionate about consciously creating a meaningful life full of contentment, fulfillment, and connection, and believes that every person has the right to create a life they love living and loves showing people how to do this for themselves.     CONNECT WITH ROBIN BOOTH: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrrobinbooth/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robin.booth.39 Email: robin@meetrobinbooth.com Website: www.meetrobinbooth.com Website: https://www.worldwidecapitalpartners.com/     ABOUT KYM HAMER: Kym Hamer is an international business coach, serial entrepreneur, and the creator of Building Brand You™, a methodology helping organisations, teams, and individuals to build visibility and reputational rigor as essential building blocks for delivering sustained business value. In 2020, just one year after launching her business, she was nominated by Thinkers360, the world's first open platform for thought leaders, as one of the Top 100 Women in B2B Leadership influencers. In 2022 she was nominated for the second time as one of the Top 25 in Marketing and in 2023, she is one of the Top 20 Personal Branding Influencers globally. For 4 years running Kym has also been one of Thinkers360's Top 10 Thought Leaders in Entrepreneurship. Kym is the Founder & CEO of Artemis Futures International, a Founding Board Member of the Customer Experience & Service Association Middle East & Co-founder of CXSA Group Ltd. as well as a member of the Strategy Faculty of Homeward Bound Projects, a global initiative reaching 1.8 billion people that is equipping women in STEMM to lead and shape the future of our planet. In between all of these things, you'll find her curled up in a corner with her nose in a book.   Building Brand You™: JOIN the BBY Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildingbrandyou SUBSCRIBE to the BBY Podcast - https://podfollow.com/building-brand-you/ SIGN UP to the Brand You: Unlocked! Newsletter -  https://bit.ly/brand-you-unlocked DOWNLOAD our 90 Books to Unlock Your Greatest Asset…YOU - http://bit.ly/3yRCEDF   CONNECT WITH KYM HAMER: LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/kymhamer/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kymhamerartemis/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kymhamerartemis/ Schedule a Call - https://calendly.com/kymhamer/bbychat/     HOSTED BY: Kym Hamer     DISCLAIMER: The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Building Brand You™ podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved. They do not necessarily represent any other entities, agencies, organisations, or companies. Building Brand You™ is not responsible and does not verify for accuracy of any of the information contained in the podcast available for listening on this site. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast does not constitute legal advice or services.  

How can we be more effective at enhancing and becoming more conscious of our mental health? How can we come together to ensure everyone has the best mental health possible, regardless of how it manifests itself?   According to the World Health Organization, Half of all mental health conditions start by the age of 14. Mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and substance abuse are common among young people. Advocating for young people's mental health is crucial since it can significantly impact their well-being, academic and social functioning, and long-term outcomes.   Mental health is an essential aspect of overall health and well-being, and individuals need access to resources and support to help them manage their mental health. However, mental health education is not always a formal part of traditional education. Thus, educational institutions and organizations must recognize the importance of mental health education and take steps to integrate it into their curriculums.   In this episode, we want to help individuals recognize the significance of reinforcing discussions about a particular issue most people are uncomfortable with mental health. And also to spread awareness on how to be compassionate, empathetic, and kind to people experiencing mental health challenges. Join us as we learn about the importance of mental health education in improving the lives of teenage students' lives, assisting teachers in incorporating discussions about mental health into their classes, and providing resources and support for students struggling with mental health issues.   Today, we're joined by Seth Nilsen, the student organization "Mental Health Mankato" founder in college who founded CultureChange after Mental Health Mankato was awarded "Student Organization of the Year" in 2020 by Minnesota State University, Mankato.   CultureChange began by advising university student leaders on how to successfully advocate for legislative advancements and sending volunteer teachers to teach their mental health curriculum (K–12). The Mankato Clinic Foundation sponsored their curriculum.   Seth has developed the curriculum to align with the National Health Education Standards and has designed the lessons to be activity-based. Through CultureChange, he has also been able to advise university mental health policy. Thus, CultureChange has formally passed and implemented a bill at Minnesota State University-Mankato and is working with multiple other schools to adopt similar bills.   "The best thing about teaching mental health is that it teaches kids compassion and empathy. Nothing is more important than learning the importance of being kind at a young age. And there's no better way to learn how to be kind than to practice supporting people and understanding them who may be facing challenges that you are not facing." Seth Nilsen   Show Highlights:   (00:00:00) Episode disclaimer, highlight, and introduction (00:02:05) Half of all mental health illnesses appear before age 14. (00:03:29) Welcoming today's guest, Seth Nilsen (00:04:30) A mental health advocate: Who is Seth Nilsen? (00:06:08) What makes Seth passionate about being a mental health advocate? (00:08:04) Being motivated by the inspiring journeys of people overcoming their mental health battles (00:09:15) Mental health hasn't been a part of traditional education. (00:10:43) How can we help and encourage students dealing with mental health challenges? (00:13:21) A careful teaching method: destigmatizing mental health through mindful conversations. (00:15:14) Self-awareness: Empowering students with self-awareness about mental health (00:16:02) Why is teaching mental health education in the K–12 curriculum crucial? (00:17:15) The Individual Stress Response Tracking Chart (00:18:34) You don't have to be an expert to be able to help. (00:21:15) Learning the importance of kindness through mental health education (00:23:14) This episode is powered by Speaks to Inspire, the mental health solution for young adults suffering in silence. Speaks 2 Inspire works with colleges and universities to create and implement safe, comprehensive programs for campuses nationwide. (00:24:00) The School Mental Health Framework: What does it entail? (00:27:15) What does mental health mean to Seth Nilsen? (00:28:00) Find ways to live your happiest life. (00:29:59) CultureChange: School Mental Health Framework (Curriculum, Screening Tool Recommendations, Policy Recommendations) (00:32:16) Where to find Seth to connect and learn from him? (00:34:02) We can end the mental health crisis through proper education. (00:35:12) What is dual programming? (00:37:37) If you need that support for your mental health, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 9-8-8 now. For local and national resources, go to http://www.speaks2inspire.com/resources. Join the Unlearn the Lies About Mental Health Facebook group: https://bit.ly/UTLcommunity. (00:38:49) There is no shame in having a mental health condition.   Key Takeaways:   "One thing I find with those who become advocates in mental health is that it hits close to home, whether it's a personal experience that we've had or a loved one that was affected by mental illness or any mental health condition." – Abraham Sculley   "I knew that I wasn't going to be able to be successful and just live the life that I wanted to live if I didn't address my social anxiety." – Seth Nilsen   "I don't remember ever taking a class or learning anything about mental health in school, nothing about anxiety, depression, or managing stress. It wasn't a part of the education that we received." – Abraham Sculley   "Let your students know you're a person they can go to. It's something that can be really meaningful to someone, whether it's a kindergarten kid or, in my case, a college student." – Seth Nilsen   "Being conscientious about the methods of teaching is the most important thing because it's all about practicing an open conversation about mental health and destigmatizing mental health through that." – Seth Nilsen   "Being able to identify your emotions is the first step in learning how to handle your emotions." – Seth Nilsen   "A stress response tracking chart gives the students a way to practice the concepts that the teachers are teaching, and it works in the best teaching practices as opposed to just a worksheet and lecture." – Seth Nilsen   "There is often a hesitation to talk about mental health or bring it up in conversation because many people believe that you have to be an expert to help." – Abraham Sculley   "We may not all have a mental health disorder, but we all have mental health, which is simply a state of well-being. It's how we think, how we feel, how we behave, how we interact in the world, how we overcome stressors and challenges, and how we interact with others." – Abraham Sculley   "The first step in solving our mental health crisis is creating the best possible social-emotional learning environment. It means incorporating comprehensive mental health education and educator's professional development courses." – Seth Nilsen   "It's important to be kind because being kind allows oneself to be happy. It also creates a community that is happy to be around each other." – Seth Nilsen   "We can end the mental health crisis through education and getting to a solution-oriented impact." – Abraham Sculley   "There is no shame in having mental health conditions or talking about mental health." – Abraham Sculley   Connect with Seth via the following:   Website: https://culturechangecc.org/  Email: culturechangecc@gmail.com  Facebook: CultureChange | Facebook LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-nilsen-689500183  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/culturechangecc/?hl=en   Unlearn the Lies About Mental Health is Hosted by Abraham Sculley.   Contact Speaks 2 Inspire to learn about S2I programs: https://speaks2inspire.com/services/. Mental health resources for students: https://speaks2inspire.com/resources/. Connect with Abraham on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abrahamsculley/. Order a copy of Unlearn the Lies at https://amzn.to/32B2jRh. Join the Unlearn the Lies About Mental Health Facebook group: https://bit.ly/UTLcommunity.   This episode is powered by Speaks 2 Inspire, the mental health solution for young adults suffering in silence. Speaks 2 Inspire works with colleges and universities to create and implement safe, comprehensive programs for campuses across the nation. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Crisis Text Line by texting "Home" to 741741 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 1-800-273-8255.      

On today's episode of Experience Strategy Podcast, hosts Dave Norton and Aransas Savas will prove to you that your business needs a strong strategic POV on your customer experience in order to thrive. Listen in to hear how brands like @Apple, @W Hotels, and @Best Buy's Geek Squad used a compelling experience POV to innovate and drive business success. KEY TAKEAWAYS One of the key elements of an experience strategy is a point of view statement. The POV statement describes the near future needs of your customers and how your company is going to dedicate resources to meet those needs in a unique and compelling way. There are a variety of ways to create a POV statement including a declarative statement, an insight statement, a story, a theme, and a comparison. Once you have the statement you can begin to build frameworks that help your organization to make better decisions regarding experience  

On this episode, we sit down with principal financial advisor and co-founder of Credentialed Wealth Advisors Clint Chedester to discuss the realities of today's economy and its impact on independent eye care professionals. Clint's Disclosure:“We represent Credentialed Wealth Advisors, an SEC registered investment adviser.  The opinions expressed are solely our opinions and are not necessarily those of the podcast host or any advertisers or of Credentialed Wealth Advisors, LLC.  Our appearance does not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities and no investment process is free of risk.  No investment process we may discuss can be guaranteed to be profitable.  The investment opportunities discussed may not be suitable for all investors.  All data and references we cite are believed to be reliable.  Any opinions, news, research, analysis or prices discussed are general commentary and do not constitute investment advice.  Our comments cannot be construed as tax or legal advice.  Listeners are urged to contact their tax or legal advisor for any related questions.”Key Takeaways:One key economic metric to understand the health of the US consumer is the S&P Experian Consumer Credit Default Composite Index - the percentage of consumers behind or in default of consumer credit. Today it is 0.63% compared to over 5% at the height of the Great Recession in 2009.Interest rates continue to rise to increase the cost of borrowing money, ultimately leading to lowered inflation. As small business owners, high interest rates indicate a much deeper need to be especially strategic about how new purchases will be used to drive growth in revenue. If cash flow is high, retaining cash in the business is valuable.The US economy has been in decline for much of 2022 and a number of leading economic indicators show this. A few of these: the number of manufacturing hours worked, ISM Index of new orders, and consumer expectations. All are down and interestingly, the consumer expectation index as lower last year than at the worst part of the Great Recession. Consumer expectation is improving.The US Labor Force Participation Rate indicator shows that we still have not replaced the jobs lost during the pandemic. Consumer demand is higher than it was prior to the pandemic with less workers in the labor force.What Clint is reading:The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyWant to recession proof your practice? Join PECAA at www.pecaamax.com!

Steve Preston is the President and CEO at Goodwill Industries International. Many people are familiar with Goodwill as a place to donate clothing and home goods or go thrift shopping. But most people don't realize that a significant part of what Goodwill does is help people overcome challenges to find jobs and grow their careers. Goodwill transforms donations into job opportunities by using the revenue from their stores to provide free career counseling, skills training, and résumé prep services that help unlock opportunities for job seekers. Every day, more than 300 people find a job with Goodwill's help. In 2021 alone, almost one-quarter of a million people found jobs with support from Goodwill, and another 120 thousand were employed by the organization itself. And when you make a donation or shop at your local Goodwill you not only help people in your community, you also help protect the planet. In 2021, Goodwill diverted 3 billion pounds of usable goods from landfills. Before joining Goodwill, Steve held leadership positions in the public and private sectors. He served as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and as the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, leading both federal agencies during times of national crisis. He also orchestrated successful turnarounds as the CEO of two private corporations, and was the CFO of two Fortune 500 companies during times of significant change and restructuring. In this episode, we discuss: How big companies are partnering with Goodwill to transform communities The impact of believing in an individual's potential and helping them communicate it How Goodwill closes the widening skills gaps Key Takeaways: One theme across Steve's career has been enabling transformation. You could call it his superpower. Earlier in his career, he developed a reputation for leading companies through transitional periods. What made him successful was his ability to identify and remove barriers so that employees could show up in the best way possible, allowing the organization to perform at its best. Now, through Goodwill, Steve is removing barriers for marginalized groups that enable individuals to perform their best and attain the skills they need for better employment. This work is impacting lives and transforming communities. It's easy to hide from accountability. To complain about a problem, but say it's someone else's job to fix it. It might actually be someone else's job, like your boss or the government. But you are not powerless. You can find ways to step in, even if it's not your job. You can take accountability for creating the change you want to see. It's hard work to create change, but the reward is so much greater than a paycheck when your convictions inspire you to act. You know the saying that “you're only given what you can handle in life”? You're only given what your courage can handle, what your resilience can handle. Whether or not you believe this, it is a sentiment that has embedded itself into our cultural consciousness. Through this lens, I look back at my life and realize not much was expected of me. Yes, I've had challenges, but nothing compared to the challenges so many others have faced. I also understand why these stories of overcoming are often hidden. People don't always want to share them and risk having their past judged. Sometimes we lock people's identity into what's happened to them or where they've been, not who they are. And let's face it, each one of us has already spent a lifetime being judged by the things we can't hide: our age, our gender, our skin color, our spiritual beliefs or non-beliefs. Why add more fuel to the judgment fire?  For the record, I am in awe of every single person who has overcome a deck that was stacked against them. I am in awe of every single person who had the courage to pivot away from one path and bravely choose a new one. I am in awe of every single person who was able to expand beyond the box society tried to trap them in. I am proud of you for everything you have survived, overcome, and accomplished. From the small things to the big things.  I am proud of you for who you are, and who you are working to become. References: Connect with Steve on LinkedIn Goodwill Industries See 's story and learn how your organization can partner with Goodwill here. Connect & Share: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading them! If this episode resonated with you, I ask you to send it to a friend. Help bring even more visibility to these leaders that are using business as a force for good! 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Today my guest is Jaclyn Foster. She is the owner and head of something Del.Trust Legal Recruiting and Staffing. They provide a complete staffing solution ranging from virtual paralegal support to actual recruiting for full-time legal positions at your firm. I talk to Jaclyn about how she arrived at this approach to staffing for law firms and why she focused on law firms as opposed to other businesses. Our conversation is insightful and, hopefully, there's a solution there that you might find useful to meet the challenges that you have in your solo or small firm practice.In this episode, Neil and Jaclyn discuss:How Jaclyn started Del.Trust, her legal recruiting and staffing firm. Launching her firm at the start of the pandemic as firms go more virtual.Assessing your business processes critically. Getting to the root of why you are hiring who you are hiring and for what role. Key Takeaways:One of the biggest challenges a lot of law firms face is staffing, especially when they are growing or have a larger-than-normal caseload. The processes you have in your law firm will dictate what assistance you can get from your staff and outside help. Having one person who wears all hats is truly the biggest profit killer. You don't need your highly-skilled, senior paralegal doing entry-level admin work.If you know you need help but can't put a number of hours or tasks on it, slow down and figure out exactly what it is that you need as that will help you understand the associated costs. "Processes give you the answer to a lot of the business questions you have." — Jaclyn Foster Get in touch with Jaclyn Foster:Schedule a discovery call with Jaclyn here: https://del-trust.com/tle Website: https://www.del-trust.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaclyn-foster-60b457196/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/del.trust/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deltrustsolutions Thank you to our sponsors!Ruby Receptionist - Virtual receptionist & live call services that will help you grow your office (and save money), one call at a time - to learn more, go to http://ruby.com/ or call 844.311.7829The Net Profit CFO - Ryan Kimler works with attorneys who want to enjoy higher net profits without working longer or harder. With just 9 Simple Numbers, Ryan will help you drive more profit to your bottom line-and he won't confuse you with all the details! Connect with Ryan at www.netprofitcfo.com.Get in touch with Neil:Website: https://thelawentrepreneur.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lawentrepreneurFacebook:

Orlando Ferreira is the Chief Finance and Administration Officer of IDB Invest, a multilateral development finance institution owned by 47 member countries. 26 members are in the Latin American and Caribbean region where IDB Invest finances projects to advance clean energy, modernize agriculture, strengthen transportation systems, and expand access to financing. In 2021 the multilateral bank issued $1.6 billion in sustainable debt, including a $50 million blue bond for a remediation and preservation project—the first such blue bond in Latin America and the Caribbean. A blue bond is a relatively new form of sustainability bond that is issued to support investments in healthy oceans and marine economies. Orlando is a national of Paraguay. He served as a member of the Board of Executive Directors of the IDB Group from 1999 to 2005, then joined the organization as a Senior Adviser to the CEO in 2006 and later held several Division Chief positions including Chief Operating Officer of the IIC (now IDB Invest), and Chief Strategy Officer for IDB Invest. In this episode we discuss: ✅ What a multilateral development finance institution is ✅ New types of bonds that are supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (with an interesting example of a Gender Bond IDB Invest issued) ✅ The evolution of measuring social and environmental impact (metrics, metrics, metrics) Key Takeaways: One thing I find remarkable about Orlando (that shows up consistently throughout this conversation) is how humble and transparent he is as a leader. There is no doubt he knows his stuff and is good at what he does, but he doesn't pretend to know it all. Instead, he shares openly lessons learned, areas they are still trying to figure out and improve, and new approaches they're trying to create that might be better. He knows that the path of improvement is never static. There is no finish line we'll finally reach. But instead, the objective is to acknowledge that progress isn't perfect and to humbly strive to improve year after year. These are the leadership traits that create psychological safety, and ultimately the environment for real progress. There are lessons we could all learn from the way multilateral organizations operate. While adopting a mandate to no longer be able to compete wouldn't work in capitalism, consider how the world would be different - how your industry and company would be different - if you had a mandate that the only way to compete in the market is by adding more value. You couldn't launch a new product or business if it didn't add material value to consumers' lives, the planet, or society. Instead of using marketing to create perceived differentiation, what if you were only allowed to create actual differentiation through value creation? Which would actually be a sustainable type of differentiation. Another thing that struck me was the intentional role of knowledge sharing that IDB Invest does. If they realize they aren't the right institution to step in, they provide the knowledge they have to the right institutions. This is a beautiful mix of leveraging both a competitive advantage (which means a condition or circumstance that puts a company in a favorable or superior position) and a collaborative advantage. IDB Invest is recognizing who has the competitive advantage to create real change, and then supporting them through a collaborative knowledge share. What if this type of knowledge sharing was more widespread and intentional? Not just with partners in your own supply chain, but taking accountability to share information that might help institutions that don't make a direct (or even indirect) impact on your business, but could make an impact on society or the world. In business this would mean no longer trapping yourself in purely transactional interactions where you get something in return. Afterall, diverse perspectives spark some of the most innovative ideas. What would it feel like to start sharing outside perspectives regularly and taking pride in helping another organization move in a better direction? An added benefit to adopting this approach is that creativity is a muscle—the more your workforce opens their mind to all creative ideas, the more creative they'll be for your company as well. References: Connect with Orlando on LinkedIn IDB Invest 2022 Sustainable Bond Program: Allocation and Impact Report Banistmo (es) FMO: Entrepreneurial Development Bank SinDesperdicio (es) Connect & Share: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading them! If this episode resonated with you, I ask you to send it to a friend. Help bring even more visibility to these leaders that are using business as a force for good! Subscribe to the Purpose and Profit newsletter to make sure you don't miss future episodes. This podcast is for you, the listener. I'd love to hear what resonated with you, or if you have a suggestion on who would be a great guest for this show. Please send me a note at info@KathyVarol.com.

Kylie Van Luyn is a Human Services and Workforce Development Consultant and Business Growth Coach who is furthering leadership development to support individuals and organizations navigate transformation. She founded Elevated Coaching and Consulting (ECC) in 2021 with an aim to support others and guide them in discovering their purpose, step into their greatness, and reach their full potential. In her role as business growth coach, Kylie brings strong finance and risk management skills, human resource management capabilities, and effective organizational management. Besides, she also sits on multiple panels and is a regular keynote speaker, sharing her message of proactively building and embracing diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Listen to this episode to learn more about Kylie and the work that she is doing as a business consultant and DEI strategist. Today, you will learn about: Kylie's professional career Her vast management and human services experiences Founding of Elevated Coaching and Consulting Her vision of helping the less advantaged How she uses the people-centric approach with the clients Her work as a DEI strategist Advice to future businesswomen Key Takeaways: One cannot handle all aspects of the business alone Take the help of a business consultant when you feel stuck Finding solutions is not enough; implementing them is the key DEI should be critical to any business Self-belief and confidence will help you fly Connect with Kylie Van Luyn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylie-van-luyn-420931b2/ https://elevatedconsulting.net/