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Struggling to get a big potato harvest, especially in heat or grow bags? In this episode, Jim and Caleb from Wood Prairie Family Farm break down what actually matters for growing potatoes successfully. You'll learn practical potato growing tips for choosing seed, watering, fall planting, and avoiding common beginner mistakes. If you've ever felt unsure about which potatoes to plant, how to store them, or why your yields were disappointing, this conversation will clear it up. We talk certified seed vs. grocery store potatoes, how to think about short-season varieties (especially in the South), what makes fall potatoes possible, and the biggest "make-or-break" factors when growing in containers. Wood Prairie Family Farm (Seed Potatoes) Certified seed potatoes shipped at the right time for your region, plus grow bags and organic potato fertilizer. Use code JILL5 for 5% off: http://journeywithjill.net/woodprairie. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. free download: Seed Starting Guide Start seeds with confidence. Know exactly when and how to begin. https://journeywithjill.net/seed-starting-guide Key Takeaways Start with certified seed potatoes to reduce disease risk and improve yields. For hot climates or tight windows, choose short-season varieties to finish before heat or frost. In grow bags, watering is the #1 success factor (often 3x per week). Better soil and the right fertility plan can increase yield without adding complexity. Mulch strategies (even cardboard + straw) can reduce weeds and help moderate soil moisture. Sponsor for this Episode Organic REV Organic fertilizer blends made for gardeners who want healthier plants and better harvests. Use code JILL10 for 10% off: http://journeywithjill.net/organicrev As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Garden in Minutes A simple, efficient watering system that helps you stay consistent (especially in summer). Use code Jill for 7% off: http://journeywithjill.net/gardeninminutes As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Resource Links Free Seed Starting Guide: https://journeywithjill.net/seed-starting-guide Connect with Jill Friday Emails (newsletter): https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneywithjillNet/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeginnersgarden/ Podcast archive: https://journeywithjill.net/the-beginners-garden-podcast/ Ready for a simple system to plan and track? My Complete Garden Planner makes it easy: https://shop.journeywithjill.net/ Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links mentioned may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Send a textOn this episode of the Get Ready Before Life Happens Podcast, I spoke with Brandon Lovingier, Founder of Military Money, about the tactics financial predators use and how military members (and all of us) can stay one step ahead.Key Takeaways:

Jonathan Mast (the White Beard AI Guy) breaks down how video professionals can use AI to handle the administrative grunt work that's eating up their time—without sacrificing quality or creativity. He shares his proven strategies for creating consistent content, automating client onboarding, and using AI as a creative partner instead of a replacement. If you've been overwhelmed by AI or skeptical about how it fits into your business, this conversation will change your perspective. Key Takeaways Start with operations, not creativity – Use AI to handle scheduling, client communications, and admin tasks before trying to use it for creative work. These "boring" tasks are where you'll see immediate time savings. The Q&A content strategy – Record simple videos answering common client questions. You already know the answers, so there's no need for scripts or elaborate setups. Batch record them in an hour and you've got weeks of content. AI as your creative partner – Think of AI tools as amplifiers of your creativity, not replacements. Let them handle the tedious parts of editing, graphics, and client onboarding so you can focus on what you do best. Don't chase every new tool – Check in every 60-90 days on what's new in AI for video, but don't jump on every shiny object. Focus on tools that integrate with what you're already using. About Jonathan Mast Jonathan Mast stands at the forefront of AI prompting mastery, empowering businesses and entrepreneurs to leverage artificial intelligence for measurable growth. Since 1995, he has blended marketing expertise with cutting-edge technology, and over the past few years has emerged as a leading authority on practical AI implementation. With an engaged audience of nearly 600,000 AI enthusiasts and entrepreneurs (450,000+ in his active Facebook group and 100,000+ email subscribers), Jonathan is a trusted voice making complex AI concepts approachable and immediately applicable. His Perfect Prompting Framework teaches businesses how to effectively communicate with AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to achieve exceptional results. As the founder of White Beard Strategies, Jonathan focuses on helping businesses and their teams leverage AI to save time, increase profits, and deliver more value to their audiences. His philosophy emphasizes AI as a tool that amplifies skill and experience rather than replacing human creativity and judgment. Jonathan's dynamic speaking style breaks down complex AI concepts into actionable steps that audiences can implement immediately. His international speaking engagements across North America, Asia, and Australia are packed with practical takeaways, and his 100+ podcast appearances demonstrate his ability to connect with and educate diverse audiences. In This Episode [00:00] Welcome to the show! [04:37] Meet Jonathan Mast [05:42] AI Marketing [17:27] AI Note Taking [21:53] Wispr Flow [26:29] Answering Questions Through AI [29:33] Why Posting Matters [30:57] Video Made Easy [44:22] Saving Time In Your Business [49:21] Connect with Jonathan [51:17] Outro   Quotes "AI gives you time. It gives you space. It gives you margin and that margin lets you be the creative that you truly want to be." – Jonathan Mast "We're literally in that stage of technology right now where if you're in a business and you're not using AI, I really believe you're going to find yourself in a very bad spot within 18 months." – Jonathan Mast "If you were going to start using AI, start with your operations, start with the things you just wish somebody else would do." – Jonathan Mast "You could literally take one wasted hour a week and turn it into answering some simple questions that you already know the answers to." – Jonathan Mast "Let AI amplify your creativity. You guys have such amazing creativity but sometimes we get so bogged down in the day-to-day running our business that we can't be the creative we want." – Jonathan Mast Guest Links Connect with Jonathan Mast - https://jonathanmast.com/linktree Search "White Beard AI" to find Jonathan's content across platforms Links Find out more about the Studio Sherpas Mastermind Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram Join the Studio Sherpas newsletter

Send us a textOn this episode of The Get Ready Before Life Happens Podcast, I spoke with Annalee Kruger, President of Care Right Inc. and author of The Invisible Patient about how creating an aging plan can save time, money, and stress.

Guest: Dr. Lee Warren, Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Introduction: What if you could change your brain by changing your mind? Board-certified neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren joins us to reveal something revolutionary: you're not stuck with the brain you have. Through groundbreaking neuroscience research, we now know that what you repeatedly think about literally restructures your brain. For parents learning to live from agency instead of control, understanding what's actually happening in your nervous system changes everything. Dr. Warren's new book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery: Connecting Neuroscience and Faith to Radically Transform Your Life, releases February 3, 2026. You're in the right place if: You wonder why you keep defaulting to control, even when you want to parent from peace It feels impossible to break old patterns even though you know the truth Your child struggles with thoughts like "I'm stupid," "I'll never learn," or "everyone else can do this but me." You avoid letting your kids struggle because you want to protect them from pain You want to understand the neuroscience behind why fear-based parenting creates control operating systems in your children You're ready to break generational patterns of fear and shame in your family Episode Highlights: Mind vs. Brain - The Revolutionary Truth Traditional neuroscience has taught that your brain generates everything about you—your personality, memories, even your sense of having a mind. But here's the problem: there's no actual science proving this is true. It's just a theory. Through functional MRI imaging developed around 2000, we can now see what really happens: your mind directs your brain, not the other way around. Your brain is like your kidneys or heart—an organ that carries out the interaction of your mind with the world. This changes everything. The Neuroscience of Fear vs. Gratitude When you're afraid, your amygdala (a walnut-sized area in your limbic system) triggers fight-or-flight responses. It's tiny and can't think well—it can only react. But your hippocampus acts like a one-way switch: it either triggers your amygdala OR your frontal lobes (billions of neurons designed for rational thinking). The deciding factor? Fear or gratitude. You literally cannot be grateful and anxious at the same time. This is exactly what Paul described in Philippians 4:6-8 two thousand years ago: "Don't be anxious, be grateful instead...think about what's noble, true, lovely..." Paul was 2,000 years ahead of neuroscience. The Auburn University Discovery Dr. Warren shares the pivotal moment at Auburn University's MRI Research Center when he and his wife Lisa watched a patient's brain respond to different thoughts in real-time. When thinking about the worst day of her life, her amygdala lit up, blood pressure rose, heart rate increased. When thinking about her happiest memory, frontal lobes activated, peace indicators appeared, blood pressure and heart rate dropped. That's when God spoke to Dr. Warren: "When you do surgery, you intentionally make a structural change in someone's brain to improve their life. When someone changes from harmful thoughts to helpful thoughts, they're also intentionally making structural changes in their brain to improve their life. That's surgery too—self-brain surgery." The Power of Anti-Fragility We've been taught that humans are fragile—easily broken and needing protection. But Scripture, neuroscience, psychology, and social science all agree: we're actually anti-fragile. You can't be as strong as you're capable of being without being broken a few times along the way. Romans 5:3-5 explains the process: suffering produces endurance, endurance produces character, and character produces hope. Your mid-anterior cingulate (the part of your brain that handles willpower and resilience) literally gets stronger when you do hard things you don't want to do. George's Story - From Dyslexia to Fearless Dr. Warren's 7-year-old grandson George couldn't read despite being brilliant at everything else. He was diagnosed with dyslexia and worked with a tutor for 8 months, making up 3 grade years in reading. When George called his grandfather and said, "Pop, I'm a reader!" everyone wept. But here's the lesson: George is now fearless at age 10 because he faced the hardest thing in his life—not being able to read—and overcame it. If his parents had blamed the school or lowered standards, George would still be afraid of things he doesn't know how to manage. Instead, he knows nothing in his entire life will be as hard as learning to read, and he did it anyway. Mary's Story - From "I'm Stupid" to Syracuse Graduate Janet shares about 10-year-old Mary who had every learning label and refused to pick up a pencil or book. When learning to type, every mistake beep triggered outrage: "I'm stupid, I'll never learn, you hate me." After 3 days, Janet transcribed Mary's words on a whiteboard and asked, "Can we call this list 'lies'?" They created a truth list: next to "I'm stupid" was "I'm capable," next to "you hate me" was "you believe in me." Mary's new instruction: every time she heard the beep, name the truth. Beep. Truth. Beep. Truth. Struggle, truth. In 3 weeks, Mary typed 35 words per minute with 98% accuracy. She recently graduated from Syracuse University on a creative writing scholarship. The Critical Lesson for Parents Don't just let your kids suffer—teach them to struggle well in truth. Many of us developed unhealthy willpower and over-functioned in dysfunctional environments out of fear, not agency. When you teach children that everything they think isn't true and that even when something is true, there's more to the truth God wants them to see, you're giving them the tools for transformation. Come alongside them. Show them how to confess their story to God, ask Him what's true, then walk in that truth. The Three Sources of Thoughts Not every thought you think comes from you. Thoughts come from three sources: (1) your brain's automated patterns, (2) yourself and the Holy Spirit, or (3) the enemy. Learning to discern which source is speaking—and training your children to do the same—is essential for self-brain surgery. Key Takeaways: Start practicing self-brain surgery today. When you're triggered or afraid, confess your actual story to God. Ask Him what's true. Walk in that truth. Let your kids see you do this. Do one hard thing you don't want to do. Your mid-anterior cingulate cortex gets the signal that you're the kind of person who can do hard things, making all future hard things easier. This works for your kids too. Let your children suffer when it's safe to do so. Don't protect them from scraped knees, failed tests, or rejected friendship notes. Their brains are built for this. The Bible promises it. Your child needs evidence that they can survive hard things before they face the next hard thing. Teach the "two truths" practice. When your child says "I'm stupid" or "I'll never learn," acknowledge their feeling ("Yes, this is hard right now") AND teach them to name the truth ("AND you're capable, AND you're learning, AND struggle doesn't define you"). Focus on what you're grateful for, not what scares you. Your hippocampus is a one-way switch—it either activates your fear response or your thinking brain, but not both. Practice gratitude to literally change your brain chemistry and model this for your children. Remember: the generational chaos ends now. God has declared it, and He's made your mind and brain to promise it's true. You can't give what you haven't received, so do this work for your sake AND your children's sake. Closing Thought: "Let your adversity make you more like Christ. It will make you more of who you're supposed to be. The more we stop thinking 'I want to live my own truth and follow my own way' and instead follow His way, the closer we get to Him, the better we use our brains, the better we use our hearts, the more alive we become, the more free we become." - Dr. Lee Warren     Resources: Dr. Lee Warren's new book: The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery: Connecting Neuroscience and Faith to Radically Transform Your Life (Available everywhere books are sold, including an audio version read by Dr. Warren) Website: DrLeeWarren.com (for books, podcast, YouTube, Instagram, and the School of Self-Brain Surgery) Dr. Lee Warren's podcast  Connect with Love Is Fearless: Email: janet@john15academy.com Contact information for Formation Cohorts and family consulting. Website: John15Academy.com Together, there is great hope.  

Planning an online banking upgrade? Don't overlook your communication strategy. In this episode of the Hit Record Podcast, Meredith Olmstead and Nida Ajaz break down the internal and external communication tactics that make or break a successful online banking conversion. From prepping staff before launch to segmenting member messaging and creating clear timelines, this episode is packed with insights for credit unions and banks preparing for digital upgrades.Key Takeaways:Start with internal alignment. Before any public announcement, make sure your staff is trained, confident, and equipped with FAQs, escalation forms, and clear timelines,  preferably all housed on a centralized internal hub.Segment your external outreach. Focus first on your existing online banking users with frequent, multi-channel updates. Save the broader promotional push for post-launch when the platform is stable.Create a thoughtful member experience. Incorporate surprise-and-delight elements, like contests or giveaways, and make information easy to find through a clean, updated landing page to minimize call center volume.

Somewhere in the multiverse, a cleric just whispered "I prepared Bless," and three dice immediately rolled higher out of pure fear. Because clerics aren't "the healbot," they're the divine Swiss Army knife: buffer, debuffer, front-liner, artillery, investigator, walking lie detector, and occasionally the person who politely asks a demon to leave and the demon actually does. Today we're building clerics from levels 1–10: how to pick your domain, what to prepare, how to stop wasting actions, and how to make your table say, "Wait… clerics can do that?" Show notes Cleric identity at levels 1–10: You're a full caster with armor, a strong action economy toolkit, and some of the best "party-wide value per spell slot" in the game. Choosing a Domain (Subclass) with intent What each domain wants to do in combat (frontline, blaster, controller, support, utility). How domain spells shape your "default prep list." The hidden question: "Do I want to solve problems with my action, my bonus action, or my reaction?" Ability scores and build priorities Wisdom as your engine (save DCs, prepared spells, key features). Constitution for concentration survivability. Strength vs Dexterity depending on armor and weapon plans. Armor, weapons, and "being accidentally hard to kill" Light/medium/heavy armor considerations. Shield math and when it's worth it. Weapon use: when it's a trap, when it's correct, and how cantrips change the calculus. Cantrips that actually matter Core combat cantrips (and why "I guess I'll swing my mace" is usually a cry for help). Utility cantrips that quietly win sessions. Spell preparation that doesn't make you cry Your "always-good" staples (buffs, heals, control, utility). How to prep for unknown adventuring days without over-prepping niche tools. Concentration discipline: the real cleric skill. Channel Divinity: use it early, use it often Turning Undead and its situational dominance. Domain Channel Divinity options as mid-tier power spikes. How Channel Divinity changes your "resource rhythm" between short rests. Level-by-level power spikes (1–10) L1: Domain + armor + Bless = "party performance enhancement plan" L2: Channel Divinity arrives (and suddenly your subclass has teeth) L3: 2nd-level spells broaden your problem-solving L5: 3rd-level spells are the "cleric becomes a headline" moment L6–8: subclass features + improved survivability + cantrip/weapon upgrades L9–10: 5th-level spells and consistent encounter impact Table role: how to be a cleric without becoming the babysitter Healing as a tool, not a lifestyle. Preventing damage and ending fights faster as the "real healing." Coordinating with your party so your buffs land where they matter. Key Takeaways  Start with your cleric job description Pick one primary role and one secondary role: Support/Buffer (primary) + Controller (secondary) Frontline (primary) + Support (secondary) Blaster (primary) + Utility/Support (secondary) Most clerics get in trouble when they try to be all of these every round. Concentration is your true hit point total A cleric who keeps concentration up is a force multiplier. A cleric who drops it every other round is a very polite person wearing armor. Practical habits: Don't stack concentration spells in your head like a wishlist—pick one plan per fight. Invest in Con saves/survivability decisions early. Position like you're important (because you are). Your "default fight plan" should fit on an index card Example templates: Support opener: Concentration buff → sustain/position → emergency heal only when it flips the encounter. Control opener: Concentration control → maintain distance/cover → punish clustering. Frontline opener: Concentration buff/control → stand where enemies hate it → force bad choices. Healing is strongest when it changes the math right now In-combat healing shines when it: Prevents an ally from going down before they lose their next turn, Buys a crucial round of actions, Keeps a key damage dealer online, Or pairs with control/positioning to stop the "down-up-down" cycle. Otherwise, healing between fights (and prevention during fights) is often more efficient. Domain spells and Channel Divinity are your build's "signature moves" If you're not using your domain's unique tools regularly, you may have picked a domain whose play pattern you don't actually enjoy. Levels 1–10 clerics win by being the most consistent person at the table You don't need perfect optimization to be great—clerics reward: Reliable concentration, Smart positioning, Prepared spells that solve common problems, And knowing when to spend resources to swing an encounter. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

Somewhere in the multiverse, a cleric just whispered "I prepared Bless," and three dice immediately rolled higher out of pure fear. Because clerics aren't "the healbot," they're the divine Swiss Army knife: buffer, debuffer, front-liner, artillery, investigator, walking lie detector, and occasionally the person who politely asks a demon to leave and the demon actually does. Today we're building clerics from levels 1–10: how to pick your domain, what to prepare, how to stop wasting actions, and how to make your table say, "Wait… clerics can do that?" Show notes Cleric identity at levels 1–10: You're a full caster with armor, a strong action economy toolkit, and some of the best "party-wide value per spell slot" in the game. Choosing a Domain (Subclass) with intent What each domain wants to do in combat (frontline, blaster, controller, support, utility). How domain spells shape your "default prep list." The hidden question: "Do I want to solve problems with my action, my bonus action, or my reaction?" Ability scores and build priorities Wisdom as your engine (save DCs, prepared spells, key features). Constitution for concentration survivability. Strength vs Dexterity depending on armor and weapon plans. Armor, weapons, and "being accidentally hard to kill" Light/medium/heavy armor considerations. Shield math and when it's worth it. Weapon use: when it's a trap, when it's correct, and how cantrips change the calculus. Cantrips that actually matter Core combat cantrips (and why "I guess I'll swing my mace" is usually a cry for help). Utility cantrips that quietly win sessions. Spell preparation that doesn't make you cry Your "always-good" staples (buffs, heals, control, utility). How to prep for unknown adventuring days without over-prepping niche tools. Concentration discipline: the real cleric skill. Channel Divinity: use it early, use it often Turning Undead and its situational dominance. Domain Channel Divinity options as mid-tier power spikes. How Channel Divinity changes your "resource rhythm" between short rests. Level-by-level power spikes (1–10) L1: Domain + armor + Bless = "party performance enhancement plan" L2: Channel Divinity arrives (and suddenly your subclass has teeth) L3: 2nd-level spells broaden your problem-solving L5: 3rd-level spells are the "cleric becomes a headline" moment L6–8: subclass features + improved survivability + cantrip/weapon upgrades L9–10: 5th-level spells and consistent encounter impact Table role: how to be a cleric without becoming the babysitter Healing as a tool, not a lifestyle. Preventing damage and ending fights faster as the "real healing." Coordinating with your party so your buffs land where they matter. Key Takeaways  Start with your cleric job description Pick one primary role and one secondary role: Support/Buffer (primary) + Controller (secondary) Frontline (primary) + Support (secondary) Blaster (primary) + Utility/Support (secondary) Most clerics get in trouble when they try to be all of these every round. Concentration is your true hit point total A cleric who keeps concentration up is a force multiplier. A cleric who drops it every other round is a very polite person wearing armor. Practical habits: Don't stack concentration spells in your head like a wishlist—pick one plan per fight. Invest in Con saves/survivability decisions early. Position like you're important (because you are). Your "default fight plan" should fit on an index card Example templates: Support opener: Concentration buff → sustain/position → emergency heal only when it flips the encounter. Control opener: Concentration control → maintain distance/cover → punish clustering. Frontline opener: Concentration buff/control → stand where enemies hate it → force bad choices. Healing is strongest when it changes the math right now In-combat healing shines when it: Prevents an ally from going down before they lose their next turn, Buys a crucial round of actions, Keeps a key damage dealer online, Or pairs with control/positioning to stop the "down-up-down" cycle. Otherwise, healing between fights (and prevention during fights) is often more efficient. Domain spells and Channel Divinity are your build's "signature moves" If you're not using your domain's unique tools regularly, you may have picked a domain whose play pattern you don't actually enjoy. Levels 1–10 clerics win by being the most consistent person at the table You don't need perfect optimization to be great—clerics reward: Reliable concentration, Smart positioning, Prepared spells that solve common problems, And knowing when to spend resources to swing an encounter. Welcome to the RPGBOT Podcast. If you love Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and tabletop RPGs, this is the podcast for you. Support the show for free: Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast app. It helps new listeners find the best RPG podcast for D&D and Pathfinder players. Level up your experience: Join us on Patreon to unlock ad-free access to RPGBOT.net and the RPGBOT Podcast, chat with us and the community on the RPGBOT Discord, and jump into live-streamed RPG podcast recordings. Support while you shop: Use our Amazon affiliate link at https://amzn.to/3NwElxQ and help us keep building tools and guides for the RPG community. Meet the Hosts Tyler Kamstra – Master of mechanics, seeing the Pathfinder action economy like Neo in the Matrix. Randall James – Lore buff and technologist, always ready to debate which Lord of the Rings edition reigns supreme. Ash Ely – Resident cynic, chaos agent, and AI's worst nightmare, bringing pure table-flipping RPG podcast energy. Join the RPGBOT team where fantasy roleplaying meets real strategy, sarcasm, and community chaos. How to Find Us: In-depth articles, guides, handbooks, reviews, news on Tabletop Role Playing at RPGBOT.net Tyler Kamstra BlueSky: @rpgbot.net TikTok: @RPGBOTDOTNET Ash Ely Professional Game Master on StartPlaying.Games BlueSky: @GravenAshes YouTube: @ashravenmedia Randall James BlueSky: @GrimoireRPG Amateurjack.com Read Melancon: A Grimoire Tale (affiliate link) Producer Dan @Lzr_illuminati

In this episode, we dive deep into retirement planning statistics that might surprise you—and hopefully motivate you to take action. We break down the numbers, share personal stories, and give you practical steps to start preparing for your future, no matter what stage of life you're in.   Key Takeaways Start where you are: Even if you're past the "ideal" window for compounding, taking action now is better than waiting Know your numbers: Understand what government benefits you'll actually receive Review your spending: Track where your money goes—especially dining out Think long-term: You're likely to live longer than previous generations planned for Get professional help: This isn't your specialty, and that's okay Action Steps Review your current retirement savings and projections Calculate your expected CPP and OAS benefits Analyze 3 months of spending to find financial leaks Consider insurance as part of your investment strategy Have honest conversations with your partner about retirement goals Resources Mentioned Statistics Canada retirement data (2022-2025) The Latte Factor by David Bach Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel   Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project  - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship:  jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Connect with Chris: Instagram | @chrisborsellino Finance Discovery Session | Book Here Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

Talking with families about hard things is part of the job—but it doesn't have to feel awkward, cold, or overly clinical. In this Misfit Minute, Caitlin shares four practical tips for sharing difficult behavior updates, regressions, or service concerns with families in a way that builds trust and keeps the relationship collaborative. The goal isn't to deliver “bad news.” It's to partner with families and open the door to problem-solving together.

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik sits down with Dr. Darren Clair to break down a simple truth most of us feel but struggle to live: you can't build a steady mind without a supportive lifestyle. They get practical about what to do when you feel overwhelmed, and why small habits work better than “complete life overhaul” plans. This conversation is for anyone feeling stressed, tired, anxious, or stuck in a loop of quick fixes. You'll learn how movement, sleep hygiene, and tiny stress resets can improve mood fast, and why shifting from reactive care to proactive vitality is the real long game. About the Guest: Dr. Darren Clair is a dual board certified physician in anesthesiology and lifestyle medicine and the founder of Vibrance Health (2003). He is the author of Creating a Life of Vibrance and focuses on proactive, practical health habits. Key Takeaways: Start with 20 minutes of consistent aerobic exercise to support mood and reduce stress Do exercise without constant stimulation to give your brain true quiet time Improve sleep hygiene: avoid phone scrolling before bed and allow time after dinner Reduce or avoid evening alcohol to support serotonin, melatonin, and deeper sleep Use micro stress resets: a 10-minute post-dinner walk or 3 to 4 slow belly breaths Proactive health wins when you value “feeling good tomorrow” over short-term cravings How to Connect With the Guest: Darren Clair's Website Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

In this episode of Start With Small Steps, we explore why so many New Year's resolutions fall apart just weeks into January—and how to make lasting changes instead. This isn't about motivation hacks or dramatic transformations. It's about starting where you are and making your goals achievable every day, even on your worst days. We'll break down why giant goals often fail and how shrinking the entry point can lead to real, sustainable progress. Whether you're hoping to get healthier, become more consistent with prayer or writing, or simply want a better routine, this episode provides practical advice to help you build habits that last.Top Topics:Why New Year's Resolutions Often FailWe begin by recognizing the common trap of high-intensity resolutions—new planners, intense workouts, strict diets—that often fizzle out by mid-January. This failure isn't about laziness or lack of discipline. It's usually about starting too big, too fast, without any on-ramp or plan for consistency.The Power of Starting SmallSmall steps aren't about lowering your standards—they're about making your goals actually doable. Whether it's reading one page a day, putting on workout clothes without requiring yourself to exercise, or eating one extra vegetable, these steps reduce friction and bypass resistance. Your brain doesn't fight small goals.Consistency Over PerfectionThe core habit matters more than performance. Instead of tracking everything or aiming for high metrics, the focus should be on doing something most days—even if it's small. This creates momentum and makes it easier to jump back in after setbacks.How to Design Sustainable HabitsYou'll learn three practical rules: 1) Start from where you are now. 2) Shrink your habit until it fits your worst day. 3) Separate the habit of practice from perfect performance. It's not about running fast—it's about running consistently and learning what works for you.Making It Work for Your PersonalityDifferent people succeed in different ways. For some, writing goals in a journal is powerful. For others, like Jill, visual cues like post-it notes or image boards throughout the house are more effective. The goal is to find what works best for you—and stick with it.Key Takeaways:Start with one or two areas that would make the biggest difference in your life and build around that. Don't try to fix everything at once. A single paragraph, one prayer, a quick walk, or five minutes of effort can grow into meaningful transformation over time. The real secret? Create habits so small and easy that you'll do them even on your worst days.Focus less on the impressive and more on the consistent. You don't need a perfect plan or a fancy setup—just a realistic, manageable action you're willing to repeat. Start today, start small, and keep going.Jill's Linkshttp://jillfromthenorthwoods.comhttps://startwithsmallsteps.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@startwithsmallstepshttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/startwithsmallstepshttps://twitter.com/schmernEmail the podcast at jill@startwithsmallsteps.comBy choosing to watch this video or listen to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are doing so of your own free will. The content shared here reflects personal experiences and opinions and is intended for informational...

The fastest-growing brands treat customer insight like a strategy—not just a survey. In this week's episode of Growth Talks, CMO & Advisor, Matt Gehring joins host Tyler Elliston, founder and CEO of Right Side Up, to unpack what it takes to succeed in your first 90 days as a marketing leader. Drawing from his leadership roles at Dutch Pet, Everlane, and Rothy's, Matt shares how to map the customer journey, turn post-purchase insights into smart segmentation strategies, and use real-time data to drive repeat purchases. Find out why acting on customer insights early is key to refining your product, aligning your team, and making informed decisions before you scale.

This episode features a solo session with John Casmon, where he draws on personal investing experience in markets like Chicago, Cincinnati, Louisville, and San Antonio to share a deep-dive framework for evaluating which markets to invest in, and how to spot the signs of long-term growth. From understanding economic indicators and infrastructure to aligning your personal investing style with neighborhood dynamics, this episode is packed with strategic guidance on identifying the right market — and the right moment — to make your move.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Start by investing in your own backyard, local familiarity and access outweigh national trends early on. Use "path of progress" logic to spot adjacent neighborhoods with similar fundamentals but lower prices. Look for population growth, industry diversification, infrastructure investment, and pro-development policies. Understand your own investing goals to determine what kind of markets and submarkets align with your criteria. Ride the coattails of developers and large employers, when they commit to a market, opportunity follows.     Topics Why Market Selection Matters Why investing close to home gives you an advantage How John evaluated neighborhoods like North Center, Avondale, and Hermosa in Chicago Expanding Beyond Your City Lessons from shifting to Cincinnati and using family ties to anchor new market exploration The importance of clarity on investor criteria before analyzing new areas What Makes a Market Attractive Key indicators: population growth, job diversity, geographic accessibility Red flags: rent control, oversupply, misaligned development Case Studies: Cincinnati, Louisville, San Antonio The impact of infrastructure and corridor development in Cincinnati How recession-resistant industries shaped John's decision to invest in Louisville Why San Antonio's "quiet strength" made it a strategic move Using Public Data to Guide You Sites John uses: census.gov, bls.gov, datausa.io How to track local chambers of commerce, development plans, and funding incentives What to Avoid or Watch Closely Risks of relying on government subsidies or unstable funding Importance of local political climate and long-term planning by municipalities    

Send us a textWhen your mental to-do list is a full-blown swirl of chaos, you don't need more time—you need a system.This one clears the clutter in under five minutes.47 tabs open in your brain? Dump them into AI and let it hand back a clean, prioritized plan. This founder-tested workflow turns overwhelm into action in five minutes flat.In Day 7 of 12 Days of AI Quick Wins, Dawn walks you through a chaos-clearing ritual every founder needs: the AI Brain Dump. If you've ever felt frozen by too many ideas, responsibilities, and decisions, this tool separates signal from noise. All you need is two minutes of stream-of-consciousness typing and one prompt—and you'll walk away with a focused to-do list and a calmer mind.Your Day 7 Action:Next time your brain is buzzing, take two minutes to dump your thoughts into ChatGPT.Then use today's organizing prompt to turn the mess into momentum.You'll be surprised how fast clarity returns when your brain stops juggling 47 things.Key Takeaways:Start messy. Don't organize your thoughts—just dump them.Use the Chaos Organizer Prompt to sort tasks into: Action Items, Decisions, Delegate, and Park.AI helps you prioritize based on urgency and effort—no more guessing what matters.Only do three things. Once your list is sorted, pick your top 3. That's your day.Mental load = lifted. You think. AI organizes. You act.Resources & Links:Get the full 12 Days of AI Quick Wins Toolkit – just $7Register FREE for the Day 13 Live AI Implementation Party – win a 90-minute Strategy IntensiveRelated Episodes:Day 1: Stop Overthinking ChatGPT: Free vs. $20—Which One Actually Matters for FoundersDay 2: The 3 AI Prompts Every Female Founder Needs in Her PhoneDay 3: Why ChatGPT Sounds Like a Robot (And the One Sentence That Fixes It)Day 4: AI Email Triage: End Inbox Overwhelm in 5 MinutesDay 5: The 5-Minute Meeting Prep AI Hack That Makes You Look Totally PreparedDay 6: Stop Rewriting Everything AI Writes: The 10-Minute Voice Training for FoundersWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Chris Lopez and Paul Shannon sit down with investor and educator Julie Holly for a candid conversation about wins, losses, and leadership as an LP and GP. Julie traces her path from house hacking to syndications, shares the “receive & release” mindset she uses to process setbacks, and explains what changed in her underwriting and operator vetting after a tough year, including one deal where mismanagement led to a total loss. They cover how LPs should share accountability, the exact questions to ask sponsors (who underwrites, how they stress-test, and how they communicate), and why Julie paused new offerings to focus on stewardship and transparency. Key Takeaways Start as an LP to learn the experience end-to-end; early distributions can feel great, but plans must survive rate, insurance, and market shifts “Receive & release”: make space to process losses, own your part, then offload what isn't yours so you can lead and decide clearly Trust and verify: dig into vacancy, taxes, insurance, payroll, and who actually underwrites (in-house vs. outsourced/AI); stress-test more than one way Accountability is shared: GPs must report clearly and often; LPs must understand their risk profile, read docs, and avoid “write first, learn later” FOMO Choose relationships, not just returns: invest with people who answer candidly, welcome hard questions, and are reachable when things get bumpy Disclaimer The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only. All host and participant opinions are their own. Investment in any asset, real estate included, involves risk, so use your best judgment and consult with qualified advisors before investing. You should only risk capital you can afford to lose. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This podcast may contain paid advertisements or other promotional materials for real estate investment advisers, investment funds, and investment opportunities, which should not be interpreted as a recommendation, endorsement, or testimonial by PassivePockets, LLC or any of its affiliates. Viewers must conduct their own due diligence and consider their own financial situations before engaging with any advertised offerings, products, or services. PassivePockets, LLC disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, consequential, or other damages arising out of reliance on information and advertisements presented in this podcast.

How much of your income should go toward retirement? In this week's episode of The Market Moment, Eli Freeman, Isaac Johnson, and John Martfeld discuss one of the most common (and most confusing) personal finance questions: “What percentage of my income should I be saving for retirement?” The truth? There's no one-size-fits-all answer. Your ideal savings rate depends on age, income, debt, employer match, family situation, long-term goals, and how early you start investing. Today, we break down the key variables that matter most—plus practical strategies you can use today to increase your retirement readiness.  

Where in your business or relationships is the risk due to a lack of communication?In this episode, Jeff and Austin discuss: Using business to fulfill a higher purpose.Blessings and challenges of taking over a family business. Intentionally building your family business. Asking the questions and facilitating communication between generations.  Key Takeaways: Start with something small and let God grow it. You'll be amazed at what occurs when you look back. If you want to bring a child into the business with you, start to loop them in even before they're fully integrated into the company, allowing them to learn and grow. Family businesses will change from generation to generation as the world changes and evolves. What matters are the values and overall mission. Don't let the business separate the relationships between generations.   "Best practice, the transition is way more of a journey than an action. To make it smooth, there are so many facets to it that you have to think about ahead of time." —  Austin Ochs Episode References: HBR Family Business Handbook: amazon.com/Harvard-Business-Review-Family-Handbook/dp/1633699048About Austin Ochs: Austin Ochs is a devoted follower of Jesus, a husband, and a proud father of three boys. A graduate of Wheaton College and former collegiate basketball player, he brings a strong foundation in teamwork, discipline, and leadership to both his business ventures and coaching. As CEO of Capital III, Seat King, and Electrex, Austin leads with a passion for building world-class companies that deliver economic, social, and spiritual impact. He believes faith, family, and business are inseparably linked—and is committed to leading with purpose, integrity, and service. Connect with Austin Ochs:Website: https://www.capitaliii.com/ & https://www.seatkingllc.com/ &  https://www.electrexinc.com/  Connect with Jeff Thomas: Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-upEmail: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Sometimes our students giggle, get wiggly, or completely check out when it's time to write. Is it task avoidance? A skills gap? Sensory overload? In this Misfit Minute, Audra walks through 5 quick questions to help you figure out what's really going on—and what to do about it—when pencil-and-paper tasks go sideways.

From earning her cosmetology license at eighteen to opening three thriving salons, Jannay McIver shares how mastering business systems, finances, and leadership transformed her from a behind-the-chair stylist into a visionary salon owner shaping the future of beauty entrepreneurship.Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review!KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Dr. Michelle Plaster and Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster are back with health coach and influencer Jenny Fisher for Episode 3 in our four-part wellness series — and this one will get you moving!In this powerful conversation, Jenny breaks down the role of fitness in reaching your health goals and shows how movement is medicine for your mind, body, and longevity. From overcoming gym intimidation to building strength that lasts a lifetime, this episode will help you rethink what it means to move with purpose.

My guest this week is Andrew Hulbert, founder of Pareto FM, who started his business from his bedroom at 27 with no name, network, or funding and grew it to a £42 million turnover before exiting less than a decade later.Andrew's story is one of calculated risk, relentless focus, and smart scaling. From landing his first £200,000 contract with the Bulgari Hotel to winning major clients like Twitter, ASOS, and Deliveroo, his approach to business growth was simple: do what big companies get wrong, and do it exceptionally well.In this episode, we discuss the realities of starting from zero, why being “too small” can become your biggest advantage, and how creating sweet equity helped him retain every senior hire across nine years. Andrew also shares what life looks like post-exit. Family, friends, and purpose and what it truly takes to let go without losing identity.If you're at the stage where you're thinking of starting, scaling, or selling, this conversation will help you think more strategically about risk, people, and purpose.Key Takeaways:Start with One Win: Focus on getting your first deal, not the perfect business plan. Momentum starts with movement.People Are Everything: Hire for motivation, not CVs. Pareto's 17 senior leaders stayed through to exit because they shared the vision and had skin in the game.Be Willing to Bet on Growth: Andrew's decision to reinvest £1 million into overheads helped double the company's value in two years.Know When to Step Back: The biggest challenge isn't starting, it's letting go. Learning to trust others is what takes a founder from operator to leader.Redefine Success After Exit: Freedom doesn't come from a payout, it comes from presence—being there for family, friends, and yourself.

Democracy works best when the kids in our lives know their voices matter. Elise Hu talks with educator and author Sharon McMahon about helping families understand civic life beyond the ballot box. Learn how to discuss political differences with respect, introduce local government, and give kids concrete ways to participate in their communities. From writing letters to elected officials to joining neighborhood projects, you'll find practical steps to raise informed, compassionate citizens who stay engaged long after election day.Key Takeaways:Start civic education early and keep it going through the teen years.Model respectful dialogue, even with those who disagree.Show kids concrete ways to participate beyond voting, like contacting leaders or joining community projects.⏱️ Timestamps:Keep the conversation going at home with our FREE Conversation Kit companion guide: [LINK]Follow Sharon McMahon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonsayssoNew episodes every Tuesday:YouTube: https://swap.fm/l/P8iCjNFnIWI7kTmU0vmkApple: https://swap.fm/l/kCnCRNdWkpuYYbyzyE77Spotify: https://swap.fm/l/SOQe4gSHh3vVIwPGFDetOr wherever you get your podcasts.

Most people wait until they feel ready — Jahnaya didn't have that luxury. In this honest conversation, she shares what it's like to build a career and a business at the same time, how she's learned to trust the process, and why entrepreneurship is more about courage than confidence.Follow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review!KEY TAKEAWAYS:

I'm joined by Heinz Stücke, the world's most travelled cyclist, to reveal how a one-year bike trip became 51 years of cycling the world. This is part 1 of 2 from our conversations. Huge thanks to Lizzie Jenkins who filmed our session. Check her out on insta - @Lizzie_Jenkins_FilmListen If:You love a good “how on earth did that happen?” travel story, you're craving a nudge to shake up your routine, or you want to hear from someone who chose perpetual travel and adventure over the expected path in life.Key Takeaways:Start small, then keep going. Heinz didn't set out to travel for 51 years, he just kept saying “yes” to the next road. People make the journey. The most important aspect for Heinz were the encounters, kindness, and tiny moments he collected with people. Movement clears the mind. For Heinz, cycling was his “yoga.”  Click here to find out more about Helinox Camp ChairsSupport the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Catrina Craft is a CPA, tax strategist, and real estate investor with over 20 years of experience in applying the tax code to maximize wealth for investors and entrepreneurs. As the founder of Craft CFO Advisory Services, she supports real estate professionals, creative agencies, and business owners with proactive planning to reduce tax obligations and build long-term wealth. A frequent speaker and educator, Catrina brings a unique blend of compliance, strategy, and investment knowledge—helping her clients go beyond tax preparation and into true financial empowerment. Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here. Key Takeaways Start tax planning early—waiting until tax season puts you in reactive mode Don't structure appreciating assets in a C corp—it can lead to unnecessary tax penalties Asset protection is more than just forming an LLC; structure and exposure matter A tax strategist is proactive—meeting regularly and guiding decisions throughout the year The IRS rewards those who build and invest—use the code to your advantage Topics 1. From Debt to Wealth Building Catrina lost 80% of her income when a major client left and found herself $100K in debt This challenge drove her to learn real estate investing and the tax strategies behind wealth building Paid off her debt in 2 years while building a rental portfolio 2. The CPA vs. Tax Strategist CPAs focus on compliance and reporting what already happened Tax strategists plan proactively to reduce your tax bill before decisions are made Working with a strategist who knows your industry—especially real estate—is critical 3. Avoiding Common Structure Mistakes Many investors set up LLCs without understanding tax treatment options Holding real estate in a C corp is a costly and often irreversible mistake Asset protection includes entity structure, insurance, and understanding exposure risk 4. Planning Beats Panic Most deductions and deferrals (like cost segregation and 1031s) require advance planning Catrina meets monthly or quarterly with clients to stay ahead of key decisions Tax planning should start at the beginning of the year—not at filing time 5. Questions to Vet a Tax Professional Ask about their industry experience and how often they meet with clients Determine whether they offer strategy or just compliance services Ensure they understand your specific investing model (e.g. syndication vs. flipping)

This week on the podcast, Joanne welcomes Brandie, the Suburban Gardenista, an avid gardener passionate about supporting pollinators with native plants. Brandie is Pollinator Stewardship Certified by Pollinator Partnership Canada and loves sharing her learnings through podcasts, workshops, and social media.  You can find her online on YouTube and Instagram @thesuburbangardenista. Brandie's Gardening Journey Began gardening ~20 years ago after moving into a home with no plants Inspired by her mother's lush gardens Discovered native plants through growing Obedient Plant — her "gateway" plant Realized the importance of planting natives to support local ecosystems and pollinators Certified through Pollinator Partnership Canada (Pollinator Stewardship Certification) Shares gardening insights via YouTube, Instagram, and workshops Native vs. Non-Native Plants Native plants provide critical support for specialist pollinators (those reliant on specific species) Non-natives mainly support generalist pollinators Balance between natives, non-natives, and invasives is key Common aggressive natives: Canada Anemone, Obedient Plant, Common Milkweed Alternatives like Butterfly Milkweed and Swamp Milkweed are more contained Managing Aggressive or Invasive Species Important to research before planting Remove known invasives such as English Ivy, Vinca/Periwinkle, Lily of the Valley Learn plant behaviour (spreading, seeding, etc.) before adding to the garden Designing with Natives in Small Spaces Small gardens can host a wide variety (Brandie has 70+ species) Focus on the right plant, right place, rather than "low maintenance" alone Use design creativity: logs, natural materials, and container plants to fill early gaps Community and Education Shares excess seedlings with neighbours; encourages community planting Label plants with signs to spark curiosity and conversation Promotes pollinator education through advocacy and her YouTube channel Pollinator Partnership Canada Certification The program includes 3 components: Education: 8 in-depth classes Habitat Creation: Build pollinator-supportive space Advocacy: Share learnings through outreach (e.g., YouTube video) Highly recommended by Brandie; new cohorts start in February Includes regional eco-guides and plant-pollinator charts YouTube & Monthly Garden Tours Started in 2020 to document native garden progress Monthly updates show plants' life cycles and seasonal variations Helps gardeners identify seedlings and avoid weeding out young natives Encourages patience and learning through real-life, imperfect gardening videos Key Takeaways Start small—one native plant at a time Do research: focus on scientific names, avoid hybrids if aiming for ecological impact Natives can thrive in containers and urban spaces Real gardens are messy, evolving, and full of learning opportunities Supporting native pollinators starts with curiosity and one plant Brandie's Favourite Natives Obedient Plant (despite its unruly habits) Swamp Milkweed – fragrant and pollinator-friendly Eastern Redbud Tree – long-term vision for beauty and ecosystem support How to Support Pollinators "Start with one plant. Once you see the pollinators arrive, you'll be hooked." Gardening with natives isn't about perfection—it's about participation in the ecosystem. Native Plant Resources Mentioned Books: A Garden for the Rusty Patched Bumblebee  Gardener's Guide to Native Plants of the Southern Great Lakes Region Online Resource: Rick Gray's interactive North American map of native plant sources Organizations: Pollinator Partnership Canada Have a topic you'd like me to discuss? Please let me know what other topics you would like me to discuss. Email your questions and comments to downthegardenpathpodcast@hotmail.com, or connect with me on my website: down2earth.ca Find Down the Garden Path on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube: @downthegardenpathpodcast. Down the Garden Path Podcast On Down The Garden Path, professional landscape designer Joanne Shaw discusses down-to-earth tips and advice for your plants, gardens and landscapes. As the owner of Down2Earth Landscape Design, Joanne Shaw has been designing beautiful gardens for homeowners east of Toronto for over a decade. She does her best to bring you interesting, relevant and useful topics to help you keep your garden as low maintenance as possible.  In Down the Garden Path: A Step-By-Step Guide to Your Ontario Garden, Joanne and fellow landscape designer Matthew Dressing distill their horticultural and design expertise and their combined experiences in helping others create and maintain thriving gardens into one easy-to-read monthly reference guide. Get your copy today on Amazon. Don't forget to check out Down the Garden Path on your favourite podcast app and subscribe! You can now catch the podcast on YouTube.

In this episode of What's Best For The Patient Is Best For The Business, Jerry sits down with Julia Zhou, a seasoned Healthcare Technologist with nearly 30 years of experience on both the payer and provider sides of the industry. They dive deep into the practical and transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare, moving beyond the hype to explore its real-world applications.Julia brings a unique, high-level perspective, arguing that AI is not a magic bullet but a powerful tool that must be strategically integrated. She outlines a clear framework for healthcare organizations to adopt AI successfully, emphasizing that the goal isn't to chase technology, but to solve pressing business and patient-care challenges.From smart scheduling and revenue cycle management to ambient clinical documentation and personalized patient engagement, Julia breaks down how AI can streamline workflows, empower providers, and fundamentally improve the patient journey—ensuring the right person gets the right care at the right time.Key Takeaways:• Start with the Problem, Not the Tool: The most successful AI implementations begin by identifying the organization's biggest pain points, not by searching for the latest tech developments. Julia advises asking, "If you had a magic wand, what would you solve?"• AI is an End-to-End Patient Engagement Engine: Discover how AI can revolutionize the entire patient experience—from pre-visit summaries that prepare a provider in one minute, to ambient listening during consultations, and post-visit follow-ups that improve compliance and reduce claim denials.• The Criticality of an "AI Readiness" Assessment: Before implementation, organizations must ask hard questions about their data governance, guardrails, KPIs, and manual processes. Automating an inefficient system only amplifies its problems.• Think Upstream to Prevent Chaos: Jerry and Julia challenge listeners to use AI proactively to solve problems like patient no-shows and claim denials at their source, rather than just creating bots to fill empty slots or chase down payments.• The Future is "Right Person, Right Place, Right Time": The ultimate value of AI in healthcare is its ability to act as a sophisticated triage and coordination system, ensuring patients and providers connect in the most effective and efficient manner possible, whether in-person or via telehealth.Tune in for a conversation that demystifies AI and provides an actionable roadmap for leveraging technology to enhance patient outcomes and build a stronger, more resilient healthcare business.

Ever wondered what happens when a realtor decides to take the leap into investing? Meet Eric Stein, who started selling homes at just 18 years old and turned that hustle into a thriving flipping and rental business!In this episode of Finding Discounted Property Podcast, Eric shares how his first flip in 2010 (a rundown 3-family he grabbed for just $210K!) turned into a career-changing moment. From making $80K on that deal to doing multiple flips a year, his story is packed with lessons on timing, resilience, and taking calculated risks.

The Foundation of Belief-Driven Leadership Introduction: What is culture, really? In this conversation, Matt Marcotte—who's led teams at Apple, Salesforce, and Bergdorf Goodman—helps us move past the buzzwords. We talk about why belief is the difference between teams that comply and teams that commit, why uncertainty makes this more critical than ever, and how leaders can stop trying to be the hero and start creating environments where people bring their best. Summary: Matt introduces his new book Built on Belief and explains why he pivoted from frameworks to focus on the real competitive advantage: belief. We explore how belief transforms into commitment versus compliance, why leaders feel pressure to have all the answers (and why that's wrong), and the importance of clarity around what your organization actually believes. Matt shares the "heart, head, hands" framework and explains why people feel first, think second, then act—and how leaders need to work with that reality, not against it. Key Highlights: Culture comes down to two things: how people act and what they believe Belief is the "magic elixir" for fighting uncertainty in today's business environment The myth of the hero leader: your success is predicated on your people's success, not on having all the answers The "heart, head, hands" framework: humans are wired to feel first, then make sense of it intellectually, then act Key Takeaways: Start by defining what you believe. Most organizations focus on the "how" and "what" but skip the foundational "why." Commitment is born from conflict. People need agency, voice, and the ability to challenge ideas to truly buy in. Redefine what control means. Great leaders are conductors orchestrating the whole, not soloists playing every instrument. Lead with emotion, not intellect. "I have a dream" beats "I have a plan" every time when building commitment. Put people in choice. Be clear about your mission so people can authentically opt in—or out. Next Steps for Listeners: Ask yourself: When's the last time I thought about what my organization actually believes? Identify one person on your team and practice looking at a challenge through their eyes. Think about your last big initiative—did you lead with vision (emotion) or plan (intellect)? How did people respond? Connect with Matt on LinkedIn.

If you've been following me for a while, you'll know that YouTube is something I've been trying to do more regularly and that's why I was so excited to chat with the brilliant Jade Beason for this week's episode. In our conversation, Jade shares so many practical tips on how to grow your YouTube channel, and she also speaks with such honesty about her own experience—how she got started with no editing skills, what she learned along the way, and the mindset shifts that led to her success. I honestly had a million more questions I wanted to ask her! Whether you're just thinking about starting a channel or looking to get more consistent, this episode is packed with valuable insights.   Key Takeaways Start with Value, Not Gear: In the beginning, your only focus should be on consistently delivering valuable content to your audience. Set a "Commitment Goal": To overcome the initial period of low views and slow growth, set a "commitment goal". Evolve Before Your Audience Gets Bored: A content or thumbnail style that works brilliantly now will likely cause audience fatigue in about six months. Create for Your Audience, Not Yourself: To build a brand or community, you have to switch from creating content for yourself to creating content for your audience.   Episode Highlights [07:00] Jade shares the catalyst for starting her channel: watching her husband go from idea to a published video in just 48 hours made her realise it wasn't as hard as she was telling herself. [15:00] Jade walks through her specific, manual process for researching and identifying trending video topics that have a high potential to be pushed beyond a creator's existing audience. [23:00] Why thumbnails are "incredibly important" and act like an advert for your video . A low click-through rate tells the algorithm that people aren't interested, and it will stop recommending your content. [39:00] Jade's quick-fire advice for anyone starting out, including how often to post , how long videos should be (and the 8-minute monetisation rule!) , and what basic kit you actually need.   About the Guest Jade Beason is a content marketing expert who helps creators build sustainable businesses. She started her YouTube channel in November 2020 and grew it into a full-time career within six months. She is the founder of the creator community The Creator Project and the new agency Social People. YouTube: Jade Beason Instagram: @jadebeason Website: http://jadebeason.com The Creator Project: creatorproject.com Social People Agency: socialpeopleagency.com   Mentioned in the episode Editing Software: DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro Project Management: Asana Video Collaboration: http://Frame.io Equipment: Elgato, DJI, Neewer People: Liz Wilcox, Andy Lambert   I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please do let me know on Instagram where I'm @‌lizmmosley or @‌buildingyourbrandpodcast and I hope you enjoy the episode! This episode was written and recorded by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft (http://lucylucraft.co.uk ) If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!

Ashley Brock has managed over $200 million in ad spend and scaled her advertising agency from $250K to $6 million in just two years. In this episode, she shares why Google Ads should be your starting point (not Meta), reveals her "search and social" retargeting strategy, and explains how balancing humility with credibility transformed her business. Key Takeaways Start with Google Ads instead of Meta—people searching have higher intent to buy than social media scrollers Use the "search and social" strategy: capture high-intent leads on Google, then retarget them with video content on Meta Balance humility with credibility by sharing your wins upfront—people need to know why they should listen to you Get specific with your messaging and "stack the pain" to make prospects feel like you're speaking directly to them About Ashley Brock Ashley Brock is the Founder & CEO of the Paid Ads Academy and the go-to expert for paid ads coaching. With over a decade of experience and more than $200 million in ad spend managed, she has worked with Fortune 500 brands, partnered with Google, Meta, and TikTok, and helped thousands of entrepreneurs grow their businesses using her proven ad strategies that convert. Her methods have supported clients spending anywhere from $10/day to $100,000+ per day, and she has personally scaled her own business to 7 figures (soon to be 8). Ashley is the #1 Amazon bestselling author of How to Win with Paid Ads™, host of the Win with Paid Ads Podcast, and has been featured on ABC News. When she's not teaching business owners how to become findable™ online, Ashley is a wife, a mom of two young boys, and an entrepreneur passionate about helping others master a skill that can transform their business for years to come. In This Episode [00:00] Welcome to the show! [04:30] Meet Ashley Brock [05:46] Paid Advertising [13:54] The Power of Google Ads [20:04] Setting Up Ads Properly [21:36] Having a Re-Targeting Structure [26:46] Establish Your Credibility [31:31] Being In a Mastermind Group [37:00] Connect with Ashley [39:03] Outro Quotes "The performance of your ads will fall to the level of the skill of the person managing them." - Ashley Brock "Specificity creates the necessity." - Ashley Brock "You were so humble that you were actually not able to help them because they weren't listening, because they didn't care and they didn't believe you." - Ashley Brock "You are doing a disservice by not saying, here's why I can help you. Too many people are burying the lead." - Ashley Brock "What got you here won't get you there." - Ryan Koral Guest Links  Find Ashley Brock online Follow Ashley Brock on Instagram | YouTube Listen to the Win With Paid Ads podcast Ashley Brock's book: “How To Win With Paid Ads”  Join the “Win With Paid Ads Challenge” Links FREE Workshop Available "How to Consistently Earn Over $100k Per Year in Video Production While Working Less Than 40 Hours Per Week" Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram Check out the full show notes

Is having a big ego really a bad thing, or is it the key to unlocking your highest potential? In this episode, I break down the Pyramid of Mastery and reveal why ego sits at the very top—and the surprising steps you need to master it for lasting success.Here are 3 Key Takeaways:Start with Self-Awareness: The journey to self-mastery begins by admitting you have a big ego—and being honest about how that makes you feel. True self-awareness means recognizing your strengths and weaknesses without judgment.Understand and Transform Your Ego: Examine why your ego is so big. Is it rooted in self-belief, or a sense of superiority over others? Embracing self-understanding allows you to shift your mindset from ego as arrogance to ego as confidence—then transform from within.The Dichotomy of Ego Mastery: Mastering your ego means embracing the paradox that you are both unique and entirely the same as everyone else. Only by reconciling this duality can you reach the top of the mastery pyramid and achieve true self-mastery.Ready to Master Your Mindset, Mission, and Message?If today's episode spoke to you, don't just listen—step behind the curtain. Fix Your Focus in 5 Days ChallengeStart with a reset. In just 5 days, you'll sharpen your focus on faith, finances, relationships, and your next 30-day plan. Take the Challenge.Then, join the Journey Feed newsletter your backstage pass to the Journey to Mastery Podcast. Inside, you'll get:Early Podcast Access – Hear every episode before it drops publicly.Unfiltered Mentorship Notes – Elzisms, reflections, and raw insights I don't share anywhere else.Private Invites: Be first in line for upcoming challenges, workshops, and live experiences.Exclusive content: BTS content, exclusive coverage of faith-driven entrepreneurship, and access to virtual events. And when you're ready for even deeper mentorship & coaching, step into the Journey Crew, bi-weekly group coaching, direct guidance, and prayer calls to keep you spiritually and strategically aligned.Live In Purpose. On Purpose!™Support the MissionIf the Journey to Mastery podcast has helped you grow, consider contributing to keep us creating faith-centered tools, resources, and conversations for entrepreneurs like you. Support The Mission

Nic Espanet is the founder of Flex Equity Group and host of the Flex Forward Podcast. After two decades as a physical therapist, Nic transitioned into real estate—starting with passive investments before becoming a lead general partner. He's now led eight out of ten multifamily deals across Texas, with a focus on operational systems, investor communication, and market strategy. Through his podcast and syndication work, he helps others build freedom through clarity, consistency, and resilience.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways Start as a passive investor to learn best practices and build trust. Your first GP deal might require sacrificing equity to gain credibility. Raising capital today is about thoughtful follow-up, not just email blasts. Real estate's control and tangibility make it more appealing than stocks. Take fast action with underperforming property managers—delay can cost you.     Topics From Healthcare to Real Estate Nic spent 20+ years in physical therapy before pivoting to real estate. Originally planned to invest in single-family homes before discovering multifamily. His first steps were as a passive LP, which taught him how great GPs operate. The GP Transition Joined a Dallas real estate network to meet experienced sponsors. Partnered with a seasoned operator for his first deal and earned credibility through effort. Built his own investor systems based on what he appreciated as an LP. Capital Raising in Today's Market Early deals filled in 2–3 days. Now it often takes weeks of phone calls and reminders. Uses GoHighLevel CRM to track interest, follow-ups, and conversations. Avoids texting new investors due to new legislation (SB140 in Texas). Lessons From the Field During COVID, personally took over a failing asset and drove occupancy from 70% to 90%. Now focuses on Texas secondary markets with population growth and minimal new supply. Attributes success to consistent communication, team alignment, and market adaptability.    

When the interview invite finally lands in your inbox, excitement quickly turns into stress: “What documents do I actually need to bring?” In this episode, Nik Fialka walks you step-by-step through the essential paperwork you'll need to secure your dream airline job. From licenses and logbooks to transcripts, background checks, and even the dreaded FCC permit, Nik breaks it all down so you can show up fully prepared and stress-free. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why your pilot certificates, type ratings, and medical need to be neatly organized. The logbook mistakes that can cost you a job—and how to make yours stand out. How to handle education transcripts, sealed records, and training documents.  Tips for navigating background checks, military service paperwork, and driver history. Pro interview prep hacks: checklists, accordion folders, backups, and labeling. Key Takeaways: Start early—some documents can take weeks or months to acquire. Always bring originals plus extra copies. Organize your paperwork so the interviewers can quickly find what they need. Never underestimate the value of attention to detail—it can make or break your chances. Protect your logbooks like gold, and always keep a digital/printed backup. Show up to your airline interview with confidence—because when your documents are squared away, the only thing left to prove is how ready you are for pushback. CONNECT WITH US Are you ready to take your preparation to the next level? Don't wait until it's too late. Use the promo code “R4P2025” and save 10% on all our services. Check us out at www.spitfireelite.com! If you want to recommend someone to guest on the show, email Nik at podcast@spitfireelite.com, and if you need a professional pilot resume, go to www.spitfireelite.com/podcast/ for FREE templates! SPONSOR Are you a pilot just coming out of the military and looking for the perfect second home for your family? Look no further! Reach out to Marty and his team by visiting www.tridenthomeloans.com to get the best VA loans available anywhere in the US. Be ready for takeoff anytime with 3D-stretch, stain-repellent, and wrinkle-free aviation uniforms by Flight Uniforms. Just go to www.flightuniform.com and type the code SPITFIREPOD20 to get a special 20% discount on your first order. #Aviation #AviationCareers #aviationcrew #AviationJobs #AviationLeadership #AviationEducation #AviationOpportunities #AviationPodcast #AirlinePilot #AirlineJobs #AirlineInterviewPrep #flying #flyingtips #PilotDevelopment #PilotFinance #pilotcareer #pilottips #pilotcareertips #PilotExperience #pilotcaptain #PilotTraining #PilotSuccess #pilotpodcast #PilotPreparation #Pilotrecruitment #flightschool #aviationschool #pilotcareer #pilotlife #pilot

For episode 222 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we kick off part 1 of a short series celebrating Octant Epoch 9. It's called Storytelling on Ethereum; featuring conversations exploring how we communicate Ethereum's human story to the world, and how Ethereum's tech stack and community ethos empowers creators to elevate their storytelling.Since this is a special episode, we're changing things up and joining me are two amazing co-hosts who are also part of this round:

Being a BCBA in a public school means more than behavior plans—it's about collaboration, data, and supporting teachers on RTI and MTSS teams. In this episode, we share tips for building relationships, starting with Tier 1 strategies, and making sure your role feels valuable (not overwhelming!) to your general education colleagues.

In this episode, Dr. Stacy Sims returns for her fourth appearance on the podcast to share her latest insights into women's health, performance, and longevity. She clears up common misconceptions about aging and fitness, emphasizing the importance of foundational practices - sleep, nutrition, and consistent training - over chasing advanced supplements or quick fixes. Dr. Sims highlights the gender differences in exercise research, explains why women need tailored approaches to training, and explores how HIIT, resistance workouts, and structured year-round plans can transform strength and resilience. The discussion also covers gut health, menopause hormone therapy, protein timing, and strategies to keep young girls engaged in sports. KEY TAKEAWAYS Start with the basics – Sleep, nutrition, and consistency matter most for longevity. Female-specific research – Women need health and fitness strategies rooted in their physiology. Tailored training – HIIT, resistance, and recovery should shift with life stages. Hormonal health – Perimenopause and menopause impact performance and should be understood. Gut & supplements – Creatine, glutamine, and nutrition can support muscle, energy, and digestion. TIMESTAMPS & KEY TOPICS 00:00 Longevity Misconceptions in Women's Health 02:29 Exercise & Aging: Male vs. Female Data Differences 09:26 Optimizing Workouts for Different Life Stages 14:29 Structuring Year-Round Training Plans 20:22 High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) for Women 29:07 Heart Rate Zones, Wearables & Smart Tracking 40:13 Medical Considerations in High-Intensity Training 47:46 Morning vs. Evening Workouts 48:50 Caffeine's Role in Fat Loss & Performance 50:41 Gut Health, Nutrition & Glutamine 55:08 Menopause Hormone Therapy 58:53 Creatine & Bloating Myths 01:03:23 Protein Timing for Muscle Mass 01:14:18 Supporting Young Girls in Sports 01:23:16 Final Insights & Projects VALUABLE RESOURCES ⁠Join The High Performance Health Community⁠ ⁠Click here⁠ for discounts on all the products I personally use and recommend A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: Hormone Harmony - go to LVLUPHEALTH.COM/ANGELA and use the code ANGELA at checkout for an exclusive 15% off Defender Shield - go to DEFENDERSHIELD.COM/ANGELA and use the code ANGELA at checkout for an exclusive 10% off ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Stacy Sims is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist known globally for her pioneering work on sex differences in training, nutrition, and health. Author of ROAR and Next Level, and creator of Women Are Not Small Men®, she helps women optimize health and performance by working with their physiology. Website & Newsletter: www.drstacysims.com Facebook: facebook.com/drstacysims Instagram: instagram.com/drstacysims ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award-winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker, and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in Huff Post, Runners World, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️, a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and family without burning out. DISCLAIMER The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and does not constitute professional or coaching advice, nor does it form a client relationship. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast, is at the user's own risk. Always seek advice from your medical doctor or healthcare professional before implementing any changes. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media – disruptivemedia.co.uk

Are you feeling stuck—like no matter how hard you try, old wounds, self-doubt, and hidden fears keep pulling you back? Do you find yourself drowning in emotions, haunted by traumas, or struggling with patterns you can't seem to break? Maybe you've tried to quit smoking, release anger, heal from heartbreak, or quiet the endless chatter in your mind… but nothing seems to stick.What if the real reason isn't your lack of willpower, but the way your subconscious still clings to unresolved pain? What if your struggles with intimacy, health, or success could be traced back to hidden energetic and emotional blocks? And more importantly—what if you could learn practical tools to finally dissolve those blocks, regain control, and transform your reality from the inside out?In this session, Dr. David Snyder tackles the deep questions we all carry: how to break free from trauma, how to regulate emotions, how to accelerate intimacy and trust, how to reprogram patterns that have held us back for years—and how to reclaim the energy we've unknowingly given away. This isn't theory—it's about techniques you can apply immediately to change your state, reframe your experiences, and create lasting breakthroughs.Quotes:“Your neurology will always pick the most challenging, aggressive, volatile emotional issues to deal with first, which, by definition, is almost always the thing you've had the biggest amount of trial with.”“If you want a steady stream of clients, you need to find a group of people, get them in a room, find out what their problem is, and just bring them up and start doing change work.”“The secret to success is not in the exciting things, but in the grind—doing it over and over. That's what makes you successful.”Key Takeaways:Start a “bucket list” of emotions and problems. Write down everything—big or small—that frustrates or hurts you. Rank them from least to most intense, and start working through the smaller ones first to build confidence and momentum.Practice going “meta” when emotions overwhelm you. The next time anger, guilt, or shame floods in, pause and ask: If I stepped outside myself and observed this from a higher perspective, what would I see?Audit your energetic connections. Reflect on the people in your life and ask: Which relationships energize me, and which ones drain me? Consider using cord-cutting or boundary-setting practices to reclaim your energy.Episode Timeline0:01:30 – Conquering Bipolar Disorder0:03:00 – Detox Elixirs & Heart Issues0:04:30 – The Three-Stage Date Approach0:07:00 – The Power of Bucket Listing0:12:00 – Dealing with Dark Triads in Business0:14:00 – Building a Hypnosis Practice0:19:00 – Avoiding People Who Hurt Us0:21:00 – Calming Nervous Tension & Burnout0:23:00 – Inducing Deep Trance with Language Patterns0:26:00 – Energetic Dangers of Multiple Partners0:28:00 – Emotional Trauma & the Appendix0:30:00 – Forgiveness & Healing0:33:20 – Inspiration & Motivation0:36:00 – Remote Viewing & Remote Influence0:38:00 – The Psychology of Luck0:40:00 – Energetic Detox from Past Partners0:42:00 – Karma, Reincarnation, and Spiritual Growth0:56:53 – Closing & Contact InformationLinks:To learn more about Dr. David Snyder and everything about NLP, visit:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.nlppower.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DavidSnyderNLP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/davidsnydernlp

Fail to Plan, Plan to Fail Wendy sits down with Albert Lalonde of Kaizen Financial to talk about why planning ahead financially, emotionally, and spiritually is the key to aging with dignity. From real-life cost breakdowns to trusted contacts and faith-based priorities, this episode is all about empowering families to prepare before crisis hits.In this episode, Wendy Jones welcomes Albert Lalonde, CEO of Kaizen Financial, for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about the critical importance of planning—especially when it comes to aging, care needs, and financial stability. Albert believes “The best plan is the one with the most options,” and in today’s episode, he shares why failing to plan often leaves families scrambling in crisis. They dive into how values-based financial planning can reduce fear, preserve dignity, and actually provide emotional and spiritual peace. Key Takeaways: Start with values, not numbers: Identify your top five personal values—family, faith, peace of mind, etc.—and build your plan around them. Have “the talk” early: Discuss care, housing, finances, and end-of-life wishes with loved ones before it’s urgent. Create a written plan: Written plans bring clarity, reduce anxiety, and open up options. Designate a trusted contact: Doesn’t have to be family. Choose someone who sees you regularly and can advocate if needed. Spiritual + financial alignment: Budget for what brings you joy—including giving, tithing, or community involvement

Many therapists in private practice want to run a solid, ethical business—but the idea of “compliance” can feel confusing, overwhelming, or even downright scary. Between HIPAA requirements, proper documentation, and ever-changing policies, it's tough to know what you don't know… and easy to put it off for another day. In this episode of the Private Practice Elevation Podcast, Daniel Fava sits down with Dr. Tiana Kelly to demystify compliance and make it feel manageable—even if you're just getting started. Tiana shares how she built the compliance program at Move Forward Counseling (with over 60 therapists!) and now helps other private practices do the same through her consulting business, Private Practice By Design. You'll learn why compliance is not a one-time checklist but an ongoing process—and how to prioritize the most important changes without overwhelming your team. Tiana also explains: Why “go slow” is key when rolling out compliance updates The biggest mistakes she sees practices make (and how to avoid them) What therapists really need to be trained on from day one How to build a culture of learning, accountability, and ethical care Whether you're a solo therapist or running a growing group practice, this episode will help you think more clearly about compliance—and feel more confident taking your next step.

Every SaaS company is racing to “add AI,” but most are doing it wrong. In this episode, Megh Gautam, Former Chief Product Officer at Crunchbase, reveals the hard truths behind building AI into established SaaS products. From avoiding hype-driven features to building trust through data quality and transparency, Megh shares how Crunchbase rolled out AI-powered capabilities without breaking user trust. He also breaks down the internal alignment, cross-functional execution, and relentless feedback loops required to ship AI features that actually matter.Key Takeaways -Start with Real User ProblemsAI should not be an “add-on story” — it must solve a core customer pain.Crunchbase began with AI in search, a high-usage, high-friction feature.Prioritize critical workflows over “nice-to-have” gimmicks.Data Quality Determines TrustBad data in = garbage out, especially with AI models.Crunchbase spent a decade building clean, reliable data pipelines before layering AI.Trustworthy results require grounding AI outputs in verified “truth sets.”User Trust Demands TransparencyCustomers don't just want answers — they want to know how those answers were derived.Explainability and confidence thresholds are essential for adoption.If unsure, don't hallucinate — caveat results and suggest alternatives.AI is a Company-Wide Effort, Not Just a Product LaunchDesigners, engineers, PMs, marketing, and GTM must move in lockstep.Pricing, packaging, and positioning are as critical as the technical build.Internal discomfort is normal — priorities will shift faster than in traditional SaaS launches.Continuous Feedback Loops Drive IterationEarly adopter programs and dense customer feedback cycles are critical.Patterns of confusion often surface only after repeated customer interactions.AI workflows blur traditional SaaS team boundaries — ownership must evolve.Chapters: 00:10 - Introduction 00:50 - Megh's SaaS journey (Twilio, Dropbox, Crunchbase) 02:45 - AI hype vs. solving real user problems 06:05 - Why Crunchbase started with AI in search 10:17 - Data quality as the foundation for trustworthy AI 15:07 - Overcoming AI skepticism with transparency 20:01 - Aligning product, engineering, marketing, and GTM on AI launches 25:46 - Feedback loops and customer education 30:32 - Lightning Round: Megh's favorite AI tools 36:27 - Closing thoughts and key remindersVisit our website - https://saassessions.com/Connect with me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunilneurgaonkar/

If you tuned into this week's episode, you know we're in the thick of our executive function series—and this time, we took a deep dive into a challenge so many neurodivergent kiddos (and their parents!) know all too well: getting started. Task initiation can feel impossible for kids who are gifted, twice-exceptional, ADHD, autistic, anxious, or just generally outside-the-box thinkers. They might be able to talk your ear off about their passions, but ask them to start a five-minute worksheet, and it's like hitting a brick wall. Sound familiar? Here's the thing: your child isn't broken, and neither are you. Their brain just needs some extra scaffolding and gentle strategies—and that's exactly what we covered in this week's episode.   Key Takeaways: Start small for big wins: Break tasks into "micro steps" or “bricks.” Even something as simple as writing the date can be the first win that propels kids forward. Audit and reduce friction: Quick 5-minute “friction audits” help you and your child identify what's holding them back—be it sensory needs, unclear instructions, or missing tools—and address it before frustration builds. Model and scaffold for independence: By using techniques like body doubling (working in parallel), giving clear “done statements,” or offering guided choices, you're not just helping them now—you're equipping them with lifelong executive function skills.   If you're a parent, educator, or homeschooler supporting bright, quirky kids, this episode is a toolkit of actionable insights. Grab the Executive Function Quick Start Guide for even more resources!   Links and Resources from Today's Episode Thank you to our sponsors: CTC Math – Flexible, affordable math for the whole family! Night Zookeeper – Fun, comprehensive language arts for ages 6-12 101 Reasons Eclectic Homeschooling Works for Gifted Kids Why Smart Kids Can't Find Their Shoes (and What to Do…) Strengthening Bonds | Building Family Routines and Rituals RLL #271: Understanding Executive Function Skills in Gifted and Twice-Exceptional Children Why Movement Matters (Especially for Our Neurodivergent Kids) Helping Our Kids Self-Regulate with Sarah Collins Overcoming Sleep Struggles: Tips for Neurodiverse Families Beating Homeschool Overwhelm with Heart and Flexibility Building Flexible Thinking Skills in Your Neurodivergent Child Changing Rhythms | Homeschooling in Sync with the Seasons  

In the first part of this riveting 2-part interview, photographer Elizabeth Messina shares how she evolved from being too shy for photos to confidently teaching others about her craft. She believes successful photography businesses start with creating excellent work you're proud of, not just clever marketing. Key Takeaways: Start with good work: Build your business on photography you actually love, not just marketing tactics Growing confidence takes time: Overcoming shyness and learning to trust your vision Balance art with client needs: Serve clients while still making time for your own creative work Focus on what you control: During slow periods, improve your portfolio and skills instead of worrying about what's not working Join us next week for Part 2! Elizabeth Messina's sanctuary for creatives: https://theartedept.com Connect with Kim: Site: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kimbox.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kimbox 

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Send us a textSocial enterprises aren't only about earning or diversifying revenue; they're key to finding creative, sustainable ways to advance your mission while serving your community with dignity. In this episode of The Small Nonprofit Podcast, host Maria Rio chats with Tom Armitage, who has been leading The SEED, a project of the Guelph Community Health Centre, for almost 10 years. The SEED is dedicated to ensuring that everyone in the community has access to good food, and along the way they have built innovative programming, including a social enterprise, that rethink how nonprofits can deliver impact. Meet the GuestTom Armitage is the driving force behind The Seed. With a background in agriculture and local food systems, not business, he is proof that passion and persistence matter more than waiting to get an MBA. Over nearly a decade, Tom has helped grow The SEED from a central food distribution idea into a multi-program social enterprise reaching thousands of people. 5 Key Takeaways Start with Real Community Needs The SEED was born out of a lack of infrastructure in Guelph. Agencies were struggling with storage and distribution, while people facing poverty were subjected to invasive, stigmatizing processes. Centralizing food storage and access improved both dignity and efficiency. Social Enterprise is Part of the Solution, Not the Whole Answer From the beginning, The SEED designed a wholesale program that took a small margin on food sales, stretching limited grant further. But Tom is clear - no single program fully funds itself. Social enterprises can reduce reliance on grants, but it does not automatically eliminate the need for funders and donors. Pilot First, Scale Later The SEED did not dive into big projects overnight. They started small - like testing sliding-scale markets - then expanded when the model worked. This iterative approach minimized risk and made scaling more sustainable. Speak the Language of Business By talking about margins, efficiencies, and outcomes, Tom found that funders and business leaders connect more easily with The SEED‘s mission. It builds credibility and opens new doors for partnerships. Don't Lose Sight of the Big Picture Even with impressive growth moving millions of dollars' worth of food annually, Tom always brings conversations back to the root causes of food insecurity: poverty and income inequality. Programs help, but systemic change is what really solves the problem. 

n this episode of our Back to Business Coaching Week series, I'm joined by Treasure Valley realtor and podcast host Kate McGuire. We dive into her biggest marketing pain point—content overwhelm—and walk through a strategy to streamline her social media and refocus her time on revenue-driving activities.If you've ever felt like content creation is a full-time job or you're managing too many platforms with too little ROI, this one's for you.Key Takeaways:Start with one core content piece (like a video or podcast) and build everything else around itUse AI tools like Opus.ai and ChatGPT to repurpose, caption, and schedule contentLet go of perfectionism—people want real, not perfectBusiness pages need “proof of life,” but don't require unique contentStructure before delegation: set up simple systems so a VA can step in and helpYour voice still matters—create the core content, then let tech and team handle the rest Resources:Simple Strategies Newsletter: https://resources.shellyniehaus.com/tipsNext Step Simplification Call: https://shellyniehaus.com/connectPodcast Listeners Resource Guide - https://resources.shellyniehaus.com/guideWomen Entrepreneurs In Prayer Call - https://resources.shellyniehaus.com/prayercallKit - https://partners.convertkit.com/shellyniehausEquipt360 All-in-One Marketing Software - https://equipt360.com/?_from=shelly75 Connect with Shelly Niehaus:Website: https://coaching.shellyniehaus.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellyniehaus/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelly-niehaus-7680652/

What if the biggest real estate you own isn't your house, but the space between your two ears? Get ready to transform your mindset and manifest the life you truly desire! In this powerful episode, Rebecca sits down with manifestation and mindset coach Suzan Peltekian, who made the bold transition from successful real estate agent to helping others unlock their unlimited potential. Suzan shares her life-changing philosophy, "the biggest real estate everyone owns is the one between their two ears," and reveals practical strategies for parents to break generational patterns while raising conscious children. From vision boards to the power of "I AM" statements, this conversation is packed with actionable wisdom that will have you rewriting your story and stepping into your divine power as a parent and human being. 5 Key Takeaways➤ Start manifesting by putting pen to paper and writing down 100 things you want from the moment you wake up to when you sleep - include how you want to feel, where you want to live, and what legacy you want to leave. ➤ Use the "Be-Do-Have" model instead of waiting to have something before you can be it. Focus on who you're being first, because we don't get what we want; we get who we're being. ➤ Write and speak your vision in present tense using "I AM" statements, as these are the most powerful two words in English, and whatever follows them, you become. ➤ Practice gratitude as one of the highest vibrational frequencies available - when you're in gratitude, you cannot simultaneously be in complaint, a bad attitude, or problem-focused thinking. ➤ Remember that as parents, you're generational pattern breakers - your children learn from your beingness, not from what you tell them, so model the energy and mindset you want them to embody. Guest Quotes"We don't get what we want. We get who we're being." "It doesn't take time to manifest. It takes alignment." Connect with Suzan PeltekianReady to supercharge your mindset and manifest your dream life?Visit Suzan at https://superchargewithsuzan.com/ to learn more about her programs, including the Mind Gym (daily mindset training) and Manifest Mondays.  Follow her on Instagram @superchargewithsuzan for weekly manifestation tips and join her free Facebook group for live Q&A sessions every Monday and Friday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the biggest real estate you own isn't your house, but the space between your two ears? Get ready to transform your mindset and manifest the life you truly desire! In this powerful episode, Rebecca sits down with manifestation and mindset coach Suzan Peltekian, who made the bold transition from successful real estate agent to helping others unlock their unlimited potential. Suzan shares her life-changing philosophy, "the biggest real estate everyone owns is the one between their two ears," and reveals practical strategies for parents to break generational patterns while raising conscious children. From vision boards to the power of "I AM" statements, this conversation is packed with actionable wisdom that will have you rewriting your story and stepping into your divine power as a parent and human being. 5 Key Takeaways➤ Start manifesting by putting pen to paper and writing down 100 things you want from the moment you wake up to when you sleep - include how you want to feel, where you want to live, and what legacy you want to leave. ➤ Use the "Be-Do-Have" model instead of waiting to have something before you can be it. Focus on who you're being first, because we don't get what we want; we get who we're being. ➤ Write and speak your vision in present tense using "I AM" statements, as these are the most powerful two words in English, and whatever follows them, you become. ➤ Practice gratitude as one of the highest vibrational frequencies available - when you're in gratitude, you cannot simultaneously be in complaint, a bad attitude, or problem-focused thinking. ➤ Remember that as parents, you're generational pattern breakers - your children learn from your beingness, not from what you tell them, so model the energy and mindset you want them to embody. Guest Quotes"We don't get what we want. We get who we're being." "It doesn't take time to manifest. It takes alignment." Connect with Suzan PeltekianReady to supercharge your mindset and manifest your dream life?Visit Suzan at https://superchargewithsuzan.com/ to learn more about her programs, including the Mind Gym (daily mindset training) and Manifest Mondays.  Follow her on Instagram @superchargewithsuzan for weekly manifestation tips and join her free Facebook group for live Q&A sessions every Monday and Friday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices