Podcasts about ladders

This episode dives into the surprisingly emotional world of fixed income investing, exploring whether traditional bond funds like BND still make sense or if newer laddered bond ETFs offer a psychological edge by returning principal at a set maturity date. Don and Tom unpack how these ETFs compare to CD ladders, why capital gains should never be expected from bonds, and how investor psychology often drives the preference for “certainty.” They also congratulate Dimensional Fund Advisors on reaching $1 trillion in assets, discuss whether laddering target-date funds makes planning easier or just more complicated, and answer listener questions about transferring accounts from Morgan Stanley to Vanguard and managing tax consequences along the way. 0:04 Bonds vs. crypto — why fixed income feels boring but matters 1:02 Why bonds exist in portfolios (stability, income, not growth) 2:18 Introduction to laddered bond ETFs (Invesco, iShares, Vanguard) 3:51 Bond returns in 2025 and the “don't expect capital gains” rule 5:03 The psychological problem with bond funds (they never mature) 6:54 How target-maturity bond ETFs differ from traditional bond funds 11:28 Yield comparisons across laddered maturities vs. BND 13:14 When laddered ETFs might make sense (income timing, certainty) 15:09 Dimensional Fund Advisors reaches $1 trillion in assets 19:57 Listener: Laddering target-date funds instead of bonds 23:19 Listener: Transferring IRA and taxable accounts to Vanguard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelley Slaught discusses the complexities of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of managing expectations, budgeting, and preparing for unexpected expenses. She highlights the psychological shifts that occur in retirement, the need for clear communication between partners, and the significance of having a shared financial plan. Kelley also addresses common retirement risks, the importance of flexibility in financial strategies, and answers listener questions about various financial topics. Reach Kelley at 800-810-8060. California Wealth Advisors www.californiawealthadvisors.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marty discusses the evolving landscape of retirement, emphasizing the importance of planning for longevity, income, and the fun aspects of retirement. He highlights strategies for guaranteed lifetime income, the implications of taxes, and the impact of required minimum distributions (RMDs). The conversation also touches on the considerations of downsizing and the costs associated with RV travel in retirement, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of modern retirement planning. Reach Marty at 888-519-9096. Smart Money Solutions www.smartmoneysolutionsmn.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marty discusses the quiet fears surrounding retirement that many individuals face. He emphasizes the importance of building financial confidence through comprehensive planning, addressing the emotional transitions that come with retirement, and overcoming spending anxieties. The conversation also touches on the disciplined saver mindset, the significance of feeling prepared for retirement, and strategic planning for unexpected life events. Questions are answered, providing insights into maximizing social security benefits and budgeting for healthcare costs. Reach Marty at 888-519-9096. Smart Money Solutions www.smartmoneysolutionsmn.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This conversation delves into the intricate world of behavioral finance, exploring how emotions and biases can significantly impact financial decisions, particularly in retirement planning. Kelley emphasizes the importance of having a structured financial plan, the role of professional wealth management, and the necessity of educating future generations about financial responsibility. The discussion also highlights common pitfalls in financial decision-making and the importance of communication in legacy planning. Reach Kelley at 800-810-8060. California Wealth Advisors www.californiawealthadvisors.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Marsha speaks with Board-Certified Wellness Coach, Licensed Social Worker, and Somatic Practitioner Devin Scott. Devin Scott is a Board-Certified Wellness Coach, Licensed Social Worker, and Somatic Practitioner who helps people reconnect with their inner wisdom and build lives rooted in authenticity. Through his practice, Find Your Meaning, he blends mindfulness, bodywork, and ancient wisdom traditions, such as Leela, a thousand-year-old Indian board game of self-discovery, to support clients in navigating trauma, identity, and burnout. After leaving a career in analytics and law to pursue a more embodied path, Devin now helps others turn struggle into purpose. His grounded, reflective approach brings warmth and practical insight to conversations about healing, self-trust, and what it means to live meaningfully.Highlights (00:02:15) – Devin shares how he first entered the industry and what initially drew him to this work.(00:06:48) – The pivotal moment that shifted his mindset from employee to entrepreneur.(00:11:32) – A candid discussion about early failures and what they actually taught him.(00:15:57) – How personal growth directly impacted his professional results.(00:21:10) – The biggest misconception people have about scaling a business.(00:27:44) – Devin explains the role mentorship played in accelerating his success.(00:33:18) – Breaking down the habits that create long-term sustainability.(00:39:52) – A powerful story about resilience during a major setback.(00:45:06) – The importance of identity shifts in achieving higher performance.(00:51:29) – Practical advice for listeners who feel stuck but want momentum.(00:57:13) – What leadership really looks like behind the scenes.(01:03:40) – Final reflections and the one message Devin hopes listeners take with them.Connect with Devin Scott:Website: Brooklyn Body Wisdom Coaching & Psychological BodyworkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinscott.nycEmail: devin@findyourmeaning.coachMarsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and PodcasterWrite Your Damn Book Program: https://www.marshavanw.com/writenowUnbothered Entrepreneur Masterclass (for the Podcast Listeners): https://www.marshavanw.com/unbothered-entrepreneur-masterclass-podcastUnbothered Mind Podcast https://www.marshavanw.com/unbotheredmindpodcastDownload FREE “You Are Supported” Hypnosis and Subliminal Bundle HERE Join the next cohort of OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification (kick-off in March 2025)

The Advantage Line Podcast is back for the 2026 season! To kick off the new season, Karl and his panel, Nick Tedeschi and former NRL player Blake Ayshford discuss the latest news surrounding the game. They start with the huge changes to State of Origin eligibility and then cover the groundbreaking transfer of Payne Haas to the Bunnies from 2027. From there, the lads dive into predicting each team's 2026 season using a song, movie, or TV show name as a reference. This is followed by the panel's ladder predictions, from 1 through 17, with strong alignment on several selections. To finish, they discuss some of the standout future markets ahead of the season's kickoff. Tune in every Wednesday during the NRL season for new episodes! Our Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/5GXQiHt1I3IndvWwsB7fJV?si=c82e0818a8eb459e Check Out Our TAB Socials Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tab.nz?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TAB/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/TAB_NZL?s=20

What is it like to build one of Africa's leading tech media platforms while also moving up in the corporate fintech world? Benjamin Dada, founder of Condia (formerly benjamindada.com), joins us to share his story of balancing two careers, facing identity challenges, and making tough choices between passion and profit.Benjamin's path has been far from ordinary. He got into tech journalism by chance after tweeting at Bella Roase , and has since become a well-known voice in African fintech. He talks openly about growing Condia to reach over a million readers each year, all while holding full-time roles at companies like Softcom, Stitch, and Moniepoint. He also shares what it's like to be seen only as a media person, even though he's also an experienced product manager, partnerships lead, and fintech operator.In this honest conversation, Benjamin talks about the challenges of building in public, why he decided to rebrand from Benjamindada.com to Condia after six years, and how he managed employee turnover while bootstrapping. He also explains why he hasn't raised funding, even as competitors grow with venture capital. Benjamin shares his views on why media businesses in Africa often struggle financially, what he's learned from being both an employer and an employee, and why he thinks all fintech companies will eventually focus on remittances.You'll hear practical advice on handling corporate politics when you have a public profile, why talented team members sometimes leave, and how founders can get media coverage. Benjamin also talks about what it takes to keep journalistic integrity while working in the industry you report on. He shares his thoughts on being a generalist versus a specialist, why he chose a corporate career over media for quicker financial rewards, and the cross-border payments trend he nearly started a company around.This isn't a typical founder interview. It's a lesson in juggling priorities, building with limited resources, staying independent in a world full of venture-backed companies, and figuring out your identity when you don't fit into one category. Whether you're a founder learning about media, a journalist building your own platform, or someone managing more than one career, this conversation will make you rethink what success and identity mean, and what it takes to truly own your story.Benjamin shares frameworks on outcome-focused work versus activity, the importance of high agency in both startups and corporate environments, practical advice on building personal brands for founders, and why exchange programs between media and startups might solve the ongoing tension between the two ecosystems. He also discusses his proudest moments covering stories like the NSA protests, major fintech regulatory changes, and investigative pieces that earned citations from Financial Times and TechCrunch.Some of the main topics include moving through the fintech world from payments to cross-border remittances, understanding IMTO licenses and payment service provider rules, handling large-scale forex trading, creating content marketing strategies that boost email open rates, managing products in enterprise fintech, and exploring the less visible sides of African tech media.If you've ever wanted to know how to build two careers at once, keep your editorial independence while working in the same industry, or turn a personal blog into a well-known media brand without outside funding, this conversation has answers you won't find anywhere else.

Check out host Bidemi Ologunde's new show: The Work Ethic Podcast, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Email: bidemiologunde@gmail.comIn this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde takes listeners inside a rare moment when Beijing's usually sealed-off security apparatus is leaking signals to the outside world: a run of espionage-linked detentions and purges touching the PLA command pipeline, and even the state-finance sphere, including the reported downfall of Bank of China executive Lin Jingzhen. What does it mean when China's leadership allows public visibility into cases that would normally be buried? Are these arrests a sign of genuine counterintelligence panic, a political loyalty sweep, or both at once? And if some of the targets include high-ranking officers with real warfighting experience, how does that reshape risk calculations around Taiwan: deterrence, timing, and the chance of miscalculation? Bidemi also maps the second-order ripple effects: crisis communications with the U.S., signals to allies and rivals, procurement and readiness shocks, and the way "anti-espionage" politics can tighten across finance, tech, and society.On the Bid Picture Podcast, I talk about big ideas, and Lembrih is one of them. Born from Ghanaian roots, Lembrih is building an ethical marketplace for Black and African artisans: makers of heritage-rich products often overlooked online. The vision is simple: shop consciously, empower communities, and share the stories behind the craft. Lembrih is live on Kickstarter now, and your pledge helps build the platform. Visit lembrih.com, or search “Lembrih” on Kickstarter.Support the show

Kelley discusses the essential components of a happy retirement, emphasizing the importance of planning, budgeting, and maintaining strong relationships. She highlights the need for a structured income strategy, the significance of health and wealth, and the necessity of effective communication between partners regarding finances. The conversation also covers practical strategies for managing investments, preparing for emergencies, and navigating tax implications when selling assets. Listeners are encouraged to take proactive steps in their retirement planning to ensure a fulfilling and secure future. Reach Kelley at 800-810-8060. California Wealth Advisors www.californiawealthadvisors.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if one of the simplest children's games was never meant to be a game at all?On today's episode of The Conscious Diva Podcast, I'm joined by Polina Rud, author of the new book The Cosmic Game of Snakes and Arrows: An Oracle for Mapping Your Destiny — a modern reimagining of an ancient spiritual teaching that includes the original game board itself.Long before Chutes and Ladders appeared in playrooms, there was Gyan Chaupar — the Game of Knowledge. It wasn't designed for entertainment, but for awakening. In this conversation, we explore:- How this ancient spiritual map became a modern board game, what was lost when meaning was stripped away.- Using the game as an oracle and a powerful divinatory tool. - How The Cosmic Game of Snakes and Arrows invites us to work consciously with destiny, choice, and self-awareness.- Polina explains how each square/tile on the board provides a philosophical key representing different levels of human experience. About Polina: Polina Rud is a doctoral candidate in art history at Moscow University with a master's in international relations. She is an art curator and lecturer with expertise in Theosophy, Nordic runic oracles, and Hindu astrology. She combines therapeutic experience, including mental health and suicide risk training at UNAM, with diverse spiritual teachings, and is the co-founder of El Mundo Duele, an NGO that provides psychological support to human rights and climate activists.  She's also a renowned gyan caupar guide; helping individuals uncover hidden obstacles. She lives in Mexico City.https://polinarud.comhttps://www.instagram.com/_polinarud/Thank you so much for listening, and thanks to my sponsors.This Episode is brought to you by: • The Sattva Collection - 10% off with code TheConsciousDiva• Birds & Beans Organic Coffee - 10% off with DIVA2025The Conscious Diva Podcast wouldn't be possible without your support! A massive THANK YOU for listening. If you'd like to further support my podcast, you can:• SUBSCRIBE in your favorite podcast player or YouTube.• FOLLOW me @The_Conscious_Diva on Instagram. • BOOK a session with Tatyanna.• SIGN-UP to receive emails at www.tatyannawright.com

How late did you find out about the pregnancy? Xav wants his ladder back! Can Xav get on the board in Friday Lines? Katie’s mate has an awkward interaction with a car. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conway kicks things off by decorating the studio, including an absinthe flower that quickly proves to be a bad idea as it gives everyone a headache. Reporter Michael Monks joins the show as officials call for the L.A. Olympics leader to step down following the release of emails with Ghislaine Maxwell, raising serious questions and backlash. A warning for homeowners: lock your ladders. An elderly man recounts the terrifying moment he came face-to-face with a burglar who had snuck into his West Hollywood condo. An incredible comeback story — Lindsey Vonn plans to ski in the Winter Olympics after tearing her MCL, defying the odds once again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ScriptureToday we explore Genesis 28:10-22, that includes a vision of a ladder/stairway connecting Heaven to Earth and a literary ladder as well. Showing us eleven steps that occur during Jacob's interaction with God. But we settle on Step Ten, verses 18-19:So early the next morning Jacob took the stone he had put under his head, set it up as a pillar, and then poured oil on top of it to commemorate his experience with God. 19 He named that place Bethel, which means “house of God.” Before that the name of the city had been called Luz. The GistBethel is the Bible's first example of God transforming an ordinary location into a sacred/holy place. We see it continue in the Old Testament: Exodus 3 (burning bush), Exodus 25-40 (tabernacle). Then in the New Testament, Jesus arrives on the scene and the shift of holy/sacred places shifts from places and things to people. 1 Cor. 3:16, 6:19 - believers become the temple, as God's spirit dwells in us. 1 Timothy 3:15 - the "church" happens when people gather together in God's name. The church isn't holy, but the gathering of "community" becomes sacred because of God's people. God meets us in unexpected places, transforms common/ordinary things into holy ground, and our everyday lives become sacred and holy places when we take the time to slow down and realize God is with us. Digging DeeperAre you in a difficult place right now, where you don't expect to find God?Is it difficult to trust & believe that your life can become a dwelling place of God? "Wherever God reveals Himself, Bethel (House of God) happens." How does it feel to read that?

Do you ever wonder why you're doing a certain workout, not just how? This week Coach Ben Sommerville joins the podcast to break down some of the most effective swim workouts to help you train smarter, not just harder. We are tackling swim sessions: Broken 200s, Broken 1500s, Broken Ladders, Threshold 150s, Sprint 50s and more! Coach Ben explains the purpose behind each workout, what systems of the body they target, and how to execute them for maximum benefit. Whether you're aiming to finish the workout or are hunting for the elusive "narwhal," understanding the why behind your TriDot workout might be the edge you've been missing.

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Alan interviews John Goneau. John Goneau has been an artist his entire life and loves to paint. Seven years ago, he slipped off a ladder rung - falling 26 feet onto a picket fence. Paramedics saved his life. This accident led him to invent The Perch - to provide safer footing for ladders and reduce the risk of falls. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.ThePerchLLC.com

In this episode, Ben is joined by Catherine Pope, Professor of Medical Sociology at Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, to explore how access to general practice really works in practice and what happens to appointment systems over time. Drawing on over 30 years of research and findings from a recent study, the discussion examines the sustainability of different access models, the legacy of initiatives such as Advanced Access, and why practices continually adapt systems to manage demand. The episode explores the limitations of top-down, standardised and digital first solutions, the impact of access systems on patients, reception teams and clinicians, and why variation is often necessary to meet the needs of local populations. The conversation also highlights patient experiences of navigating access, the risks of diversion and looping between services, creative approaches such as the 'Phones and Ladders' game to illustrate access challenges, and the case for more patient-centred, locally adaptable models that prioritise need, continuity and sustainable general practice. Introduction (00:08)  Your recent study on access to general practice (01:00) Did you find that practices were able to sustain the benefits of new access systems? (04:04) Have practices managed to stick with the changes they made over time? (09:41) Does this impact sustainability, because eventually people stop doing it? (13:39) 'Phones and Ladders' (15:30) Should access start with local population needs? (19:28)  Are current access outcome measures too crude if they focus only on waiting times? (22:05) If people want to access the research or learn more, where can they find it? (24:33) Visit the 'General Practice: Innovation, impact and sustainable change' research here. For all enquiries about the Ockham podcast, please contact Ben Gowland here.

W.S. Merwin's “For The Anniversary of My Death” is a slim, precise poem — just 13 lines made up of 84 words — about the very weightiest of subjects, one's future death. With it, Merwin has crafted an elegant vessel, a small and sturdy container to hold some of life's big questions, uncertainties, and feelings. Are you ready to gaze at it, grasp it, sit with it? And as you contemplate death, he gently reminds, remain here — where there's rain, birdsong, and life right in front of you.  W.S. Merwin was born in New York City in 1927 and attended Princeton University on a scholarship. He worked as a tutor and freelance translator before publishing his first collection of poetry, A Mask for Janus (1952), which won the Yale Series of Younger Poets award, selected by W.H. Auden. He won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry twice — for The Carrier of Ladders (1971)  and for The Shadow of Sirius (2008). In 2005, he won the National Book Award for Migration: New and Selected Poems. Merwin also served as a chancellor of the Academy of American Poets and two terms as the U.S. poet laureate, among numerous other awards and honors. He died in 2019 at his home on the island of Maui, Hawaii, at the age of 91.  Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rick and Svea discuss 1 Corinthians 1, focusing on how the human desire for acceptance creates division in the church through “fences” (in-groups and out-groups) and “ladders” (status and hierarchy). They show how the Corinthian church split around admired leaders like Paul, Apollos, and Peter, driven more by Roman culture's obsession with prestige than by real theological differences. The episode draws connections to modern Christian identity, emphasizes unity and equality in Christ, and encourages humility, community, and finding true acceptance in God's love.Topics discussed in this episode:00:00 Intro01:11 Diving in to 1 Corinthians chapter 1.02:01 Fences (acceptance) and ladders (approval).04:52 There are no fences in Christ. The only fence is our sin. The only gate is Jesus.08:40 1 Corinthians 1:12 - I follow Paul, I follow Apollos... Attaching to human figures, not Jesus. Stupid games lead to stupid prizes. Their prize of petty competitiveness and fractured relationships.11:57 We do this too. We can't define ourselves by what people or groups we agree with or disagree with.13:36 Thinking of spiritual formation, how do we avoid falling into the trap of attaching ourselves to and aligning with a singular spiritual leader with whom you agree and saying, "I'm a so-and-so Christian?" Be in community with other believers.19:21 We tend to apply our need for acceptance and approval in dysfunctional ways. What's the God-given underlying foundation for wanting acceptance and approval?23:30 Advice for those who are ready to live without fences and ladders, but you see fences and ladders all around you.

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Jennifer K. Hill is an entrepreneur, executive coach and speaker with over 20 years of experience. She exited her first company in 2018. As a recognised expert, she's appeared on KNX Radio, BBC News, ABC, NBC, FOX, and E! News, and quoted in The Ladders and Glassdoor. In 2021, she co-founded OptiMatch (Om.app), an algorithm revolutionising human connections in business by matching people using motivating factors. A member of the Evolutionary Leaders Circle, Hill has hosted a 17 part series with Deepak Chopra and Don Hoffman entitled “Conversations at the Intersection of Cutting Edge Science and Spirituality” which can be found on Humanity's Stream.https://jenniferkhill.com/--This podcast is for anyone who has ever felt out of the box or isolated by society's expectations. This is a space for creatives going it alone, entrepreneurs, and anyone who feels they are on a different path. Join Caroline as she shares her personal journey and delves into the interconnected experiences of Autism and ADHD as well as creative differences.Caroline believes that our unique story, our lived experiences and the understanding of our mind's unique wiring, are the steps to uncovering our soul's true purpose. This podcast is now a companion to Caroline's upcoming book, “The Neurodivergent Soul” where she explores the sacredness of difference and the beauty of the neurodivergent mind. Through personal stories, expert interviews, and a deep sense of compassion, you'll find a community of people who truly understand and a path to embracing your authentic self.This podcast is for you if you're looking to:Join a community for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who thinks ‘out of the box.'Find conversations on Autism, ADHD, and AuDHD.Learn how to use your unique wiring for a purposeful life.Visit Middle Earth Medicine to learn more and connect with Caroline.Your donations directly fuel the growth of this podcast! They allow Caroline to bring in even more wonderful and inspiring guests, expanding her reach to uplift even more listeners. Please show your support and become part of the magic! Donations of any amount are deeply appreciated. You can make a secure donation through PayPal using the link below.Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference! paypal.me/carolinecarey60 Thank you for your support in spreading the light of soul journeys.FollowRSSCopyright Caroline CareyHosted with ❤️ by Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Snafu with Robin Zander. In this episode, I'm joined by Jeff Jaworsky, who shares his journey from a global role at Google to running his own business while prioritizing time with his children. We talk about the pivotal life and career decisions that shaped this transition, focusing on the importance of setting boundaries—both personally and professionally. Jeff shares insights on leaving a structured corporate world for entrepreneurship and the lessons learned along the way. We also explore the evolving landscape of sales and entrepreneurship, highlighting how integrating human connection and coaching skills is more important than ever in a tech-driven world. The conversation touches on the role of AI and technology, emphasizing how they can support—but not replace—essential human relationships. Jeff offers practical advice for coaches and salespeople on leveraging their natural skills and hints at a potential future book exploring the intersection of leadership, coaching, and sales. If you're curious about what's next for thoughtful leadership, entrepreneurship, and balancing work with life, this episode is for you. And for more conversations like this, get your tickets for Snafu Conference 2026 on March 5th here, where we'll continue exploring human connection, business, and the evolving role of AI. Start (0:00) Early life and first real boundary Jeff grew up up in a structured, linear environment Decisions largely made for you Clear expectations, predictable paths Post–high school as the first inflection point College chosen because it's "what you're supposed to do" Dream: ESPN sports anchor (explicit role model: Stuart Scott) Reality check through research Job placement rate: ~3% First moment of asking: Is this the best use of my time? Is this fair to the people investing in me (parents)? Boundary lesson #1 Letting go of a dream doesn't mean failure Boundaries can be about honesty, not limitation Choosing logic over fantasy can unlock unexpected paths Dropping out of college → accidental entry into sales Working frontline sales at Best Buy while in school Selling computers, service plans, handling customers daily Decision to leave college opens capacity Manager notices and offers leadership opportunity Takes on home office department Largest sales category in the store Youngest supervisor in the company (globally) at 19 Early leadership challenges Managing people much older Navigating credibility, age bias, exclusion Learning influence without authority Boundary insight Temporary decisions can become formative Saying "yes" doesn't mean you're locked in forever Second boundary: success without sustainability Rapid growth at Best Buy Promotions Increasing responsibility Observing manager life up close 60-hour weeks No real breaks Lunch from vending machines Internal checkpoint Is this the life I want long-term? Distinguishing: Liking the work Disliking the cost Boundary lesson #2 You can love a craft and still reject the lifestyle around it Boundaries protect the future version of you Returning to school with intention Decision to go back to college This time with clarity Sales and marketing degree by design, not default Accelerated path Graduates in three years Clear goal: catch up, not start over Internship at J. Walter Thompson Entry into agency world Launch of long-term sales and marketing career Pattern recognition: how boundaries actually work Ongoing self-check at every stage Have I learned what I came here to learn? Am I still growing? Is this experience still stretching me? Boundaries as timing, not rejection Experiences "run their course" Leaving doesn't invalidate what came before Non-linear growth Sometimes stepping down is strategic Demotion → education Senior role → frontline role (later at Google) Downward moves that enable a bigger climb later Shared reflection with Robin Sales as a foundational skill Comparable to: Surfing (handling forces bigger than you) Early exposure to asking, pitching, rejection Best Buy reframed Customer service under pressure Handling frustrated, misinformed, emotional people Humility + persuasion + resilience Parallel experiences Robin selling a restaurant after learning everything she could Knowing the next step (expansion) and choosing not to take it Walking away without knowing what's next Core philosophy: learning vs. maintaining "If I'm not learning, I'm dying" Builder mindset, not maintainer Growth as a non-negotiable Career decisions guided by curiosity, not status Titles are temporary Skills compound Ladders vs. experience stacks Rejecting the myth of linear progression Valuing breadth, depth, and contrast The bridge metaphor Advice for people stuck between "not this" and "not sure what next" Don't leap blindly Build a bridge Bridge components Low-risk experiments Skill development Small tests in parallel with current work Benefits Reduces panic Increases clarity Turns uncertainty into movement Framing the modern career question Referencing the "jungle gym, not a ladder" idea Careers as lateral, diagonal, looping — not linear Growth through range, not just depth Connecting to Range and creative longevity Diverse experiences as a competitive advantage Late bloomers as evidence that exploration compounds Naming the real fear beneath the metaphor What if exploration turns into repeated failure? What if the next five moves don't work? Risk of confusing experimentation with instability Adding today's pressure cooker Economic uncertainty AI and automation reshaping work faster than previous generations experienced The tension between adaptability and survival The core dilemma How do you pursue a non-linear path without tumbling back to zero? How do you "build the bridge" instead of jumping blindly? How do you keep earning while evolving? The two-year rule Treating commitments like a contract with yourself Two years as a meaningful unit of time Long enough to: Learn deeply Be challenged Experience failure and recovery Short enough to avoid stagnation Boundaries around optional exits Emergency ripcord exists But default posture is commitment, not escape Psychological benefit Reduces panic during hard moments Prevents constant second-guessing Encourages depth over novelty chasing The 18-month check-in Using the final stretch strategically Asking: Am I still learning? Am I still challenged? Does this align with my principles? Shifting from execution to reflection Early exploration of "what's next" Identifying gaps: Skills to acquire Experiences to test Regaining control External forces aren't always controllable Internal planning always is Why most people get stuck Planning too late Waiting until: Layoffs Burnout Forced transitions Trying to design the future in crisis Limited creativity Fear-based decisions Contrast with proactive planning Calm thinking Optionality Leverage Extending the contract Recognizing unfinished business Loving the work Still growing Still contributing meaningfully One-year extensions as intentional choices Not inertia Not fear Conscious recommitment A long career, one organization at a time Example: nearly 13 years at Google Six different roles Multiple reinventions inside one company Pattern over prestige Frontline sales Sales leadership Enablement Roles as chapters, not identities Staying while growing Leaving only when growth plateaus Experience stacking over ladder climbing Rejecting linear advancement Titles matter less than skills Accumulating perspective Execution Leadership Systems Transferable insight What works with customers What works internally What scales Sales enablement as an example of bridge-building Transition motivated by impact Desire to help at scale Supporting many sellers, not just personal results A natural evolution, not a pivot Built on prior sales experience Expanded influence Bridge logic in action Skills reused Scope widened Risk managed Zooming out: sales, stigma, and parenting Introducing the next lens: children Three boys: 13, 10, 7 Confronting sales stereotypes Slimy Manipulative Self-serving Tension between reputation and reality Loving sales Building a career around it Teaching it without replicating the worst versions Redefining sales as a helping profession Sales as service Primary orientation: benefit to the other person Compensation as a byproduct, not the driver Ethical center Believe in what you're recommending Stand behind its value Sleep well regardless of outcome Losses reframed Most deals don't close Failure as feedback Integrity as the constant Selling to kids (and being sold by them) Acknowledging reality Everyone sells, constantly Titles don't matter Teaching ethos, not tactics How you persuade matters more than whether you win Kindness Thoughtfulness Awareness of the other side Everyday negotiations Bedtime extensions Appeals to age, fairness, peer behavior Sales wins without good reasoning Learning opportunity Success ≠ good process Boundaries still matter Why sales gets a bad reputation Root cause: selfishness Focus on "what I get" Language centered on personal gain Misaligned value exchange Overselling Underdelivering The alternative Lead with value for the other side Hold mutual benefit in the background Make the exchange explicit and fair Boundaries as protection for both sides Clear scope What's included What's not Saying no as a service Preventing resentment Preserving trust Entrepreneurial lens Boundaries become essential Scope creep erodes value Clarity sustains long-term relationships Value exchange, scope, and boundaries Every request starts with discernment, not enthusiasm What value am I actually providing? What problem am I solving? How much time, energy, and attention will this really take? The goal isn't just a "yes" Both sides need to feel good about: What's being given What's being received What's being expected What's realistically deliverable Sales as a two-sided coin Mutual benefit matters Overselling creates future resentment Promising "the moon and the stars" is how trust breaks later Boundaries as self-respect Clear limits protect delivery quality Good boundaries prevent repeating bad sales dynamics Saying less upfront often enables better outcomes long-term Transitioning into coaching and the SNAFU Conference Context for the work today Speaking at the inaugural SNAFU Conference Focused on reluctant salespeople and non-sales roles Why coaching became the next chapter Sales is everywhere, regardless of title Coaching emerged as a natural extension of sales leadership The origin story at Google Transition from sales leadership to enablement Core question: how do we help sellers have better conversations? Result: building Google's global sales coaching program Grounded in practice and feedback Designed to prepare for high-stakes conversations The hidden overlap between sales and coaching Coaching as an underutilized advantage Especially powerful for sales leaders Shared core skills Deep curiosity Active listening Presence in conversation Reflecting back what's heard, not what you assume The co-creation mindset Not leading someone to your solution Guiding toward their desired outcome Why this changes everything Coaching improves leadership effectiveness Coaching improves sales outcomes Coaching reshapes how decisions get made A personal inflection point: learning to listen Feedback that lingered "Jeff is often the first and last to speak in meetings" The realization Seniority amplified his voice Being directive wasn't the same as being effective The shift Stop being the first to speak Invite more voices Lead with curiosity, not certainty The result More evolved perspectives Better decisions Sometimes realizing he was simply wrong The parallel to sales Talking at customers limits discovery Pre-built pitch decks obscure real needs The "right widget" only emerges through listening What the work looks like today A synthesis of experiences Buyer Seller Sales leader Enablement leader Executive coach How that shows up in practice Executive coaching for sales and revenue leaders Supporting decision-making Developing more coach-like leadership styles Workshops and trainings Helping managers coach more effectively Building durable sales skills Advisory work Supporting sales and enablement organizations at scale The motivation behind the shift Returning to the core questions: Am I learning? Am I growing? Am I challenged? A pull toward broader impact A desire to test whether this work could scale beyond one company Why some practices thrive and others stall Observing the difference Similar credentials Similar training Radically different outcomes The uncomfortable truth The difference is sales Entrepreneurship without romance Businesses don't "arrive" on their own Clients don't magically appear Visibility, rejection, iteration are unavoidable Core requirements Clear brand Defined ICP Articulated value Credibility to support the claim Debunking "overnight success" Success is cumulative Built on years of unseen experience Agency life + Google made entrepreneurship possible Sales as a universal survival skill Especially now Crowded markets Economic uncertainty Increased competition Sales isn't manipulation It's how value moves through the world Avoiding the unpersuadable Find people who already want what you offer Make it easier for them to say yes For those who "don't want to sell" Either learn it Or intentionally outsource it But you can't pretend it doesn't exist The vision board and the decision to leap December 18, 2023 45th birthday Chosen as a forcing function Purpose of the date Accountability, not destiny A moment to decide: stay or go Milestones on the back Coaching certification Experience thresholds Personal readiness Listening to the inner signal The repeated message: "It's time" The bridge was already built Skills stacked Experience earned Risk understood Stepping forward without full certainty You never know what's on the other side You only learn once you cross and look around Decision-making and vision boards Avoid forcing yourself to meet arbitrary deadlines Even if a date is set for accountability (e.g., a 45th birthday milestone), the real question is: When am I ready to act? Sometimes waiting isn't necessary; acting sooner can make sense Boundaries tie directly into these decisions They help you align personal priorities with professional moves Recognizing what matters most guides the "when" and "how" of major transitions Boundaries in the leap from corporate to entrepreneurship Biggest boundary: family and presence with children Managing a global team meant constant connectivity and messages across time zones Transitioning to your own business allowed more control over work hours, clients, and priorities The pro/con framework reinforced the choice Written lists can clarify trade-offs For this example, the deciding factor was: "They get their dad back" Boundaries in entrepreneurship are intertwined with opportunity More freedom comes with more responsibility You can choose your hours, clients, and areas of focus—but still must deliver results Preparing children for a rapidly changing world Skill priorities extend beyond AI and automation Technology literacy is essential, but kids will likely adapt faster than adults Focus on human skills Building networks Establishing credibility Navigating relationships and complex decisions Sales-related skills apply Curiosity, empathy, observation, and problem-solving help them adapt to change These skills are timeless, even as roles and tools evolve Human skills in an AI-driven world AI is additive, not replacement Leverage AI to complement work, not fear it Understand what AI does well and where human judgment is irreplaceable Coaching and other human-centered skills remain critical Lived experience, storytelling, and nuanced judgment cannot be fully replaced by AI Technology enables scale but doesn't replace complex human insight The SNAFU Conference embodies this principle Brings humans together to share experiences and learn Demonstrates that face-to-face interaction, stories, and mutual learning remain valuable Advice for coaches learning to sell Coaches already possess critical sales skills Curiosity, active listening, presence, problem identification, co-creating solutions These skills, when applied to sales, still fall within a helping profession Key approach Use your coaching skills to generate business ethically Reframe sales as an extension of support, not self-interest For salespeople Learn coaching skills to improve customer conversations Coaching strengthens empathy, listening, and problem-solving abilities, all core to effective selling Book and resource recommendations Non-classical sales books Setting the Table by Danny Meyer → emphasizes culture and service as a form of sales Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara → creating value through care for people Coaching-focused books Self as Coach, Self as Leader by Pam McLean Resources from the Hudson Institute of Coaching Gap in sales literature Few resources fully integrate coaching with sales Potential upcoming book: The Power of Coaching and Sales  

In this episode of the HR Mixtape podcast, host Shari Simpson welcomes Alex Seiler, founder and chief people officer of Alex Seiler LLC. They delve into the complexities of employee experience and inclusive leadership, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and adaptability in today's evolving workplace. Alex shares insights on how organizations can foster a culture that embraces change while honoring what employees may be losing, making this conversation particularly timely as companies navigate transformations in the age of AI and shifting workforce dynamics. Learn how to cultivate curiosity within your organization to enhance employee engagement. Discover why understanding loss is crucial for effective change management. Explore strategies for redefining talent development beyond traditional career paths. Hit “Play” to gain valuable insights that can transform your HR practices! Guest(s): Alex Seiler, Chief People Officer, Alex Seiler LLC

Join Reality After Show podcaster Lauren Pratt as she sits down for the final interview of Squid Game The Challenge Season 2 with Melissa Miller (Player 110) and Claire Felix (Player 409)! They take a deep dive into Slides and Ladders, Circle of Trust, and much more! #squidgame #squidgamethechallengeseason2 #netflix #realityaftershow #realitytv #podcast

Reach Out: Please include your email and I will get back to you. Thanks!Excel Still More Journal - AmazonNew GENESIS Daily Bible Devotional!Daily Bible Devotional Series - AmazonSponsors:  Spiritbuilding Publishers Website:  www.spiritbuilding.comTyler Cain, Senior Loan Officer, Statewide MortgageWebsites: https://statewidemortgage.com/https://tylercain.floify.com/Phone: 813-380-8487Opening Idea: Build Your Ladders!Get clarity on where you want to go. Then draw out an immediate January plan. What set of decisions, sustained over 31 days, could really get you going? Now, just repeat 11 more times. If God stays with you and keeps the rails in place, you can build easily and access another level!Areas of Growth (#4-6)4. Urgency in Action: No More ProcrastinationQuestions: • What right thing have you been putting off even though God wants it?• What excuse are you using that needs to die today?• How can your life change for the better if you stop waiting?Exercises: • Write down a thing or two and brainstorm a January and 2026 plan.• “Eat that frog” – try a daily habit of hitting unfun things early.• Delay something you enjoy until you have done the best thing first.5. Focus on the Family: A More Spiritual HomeQuestions: • If Jesus visited, how Him-centric would He say your home is?• What does your family see in you that reminds them of Christ?• What one sustained change would help the most in your home?Exercises: • Establish one tech free period each day for conversation and connection.• Make Bible class and worship an immovable family priority.• Plan a family action that serves others in the likeness of Jesus.6. Peace in the Storms: Freedom from AnxietyQuestions: • What fears have the loudest voice in your mind right now?• If you have faced it before, how was God with you through it?• If it is new, what is in place to help you grow through it?Exercises: • Memorize one Scripture that speaks directly to faith over your fear.• Connect with someone who is or has overcome this fear in the past.• Start a habit that can lessen or even prevent what may be coming.

If you've ever wanted to know the "why" behind some of your favorite TriDot swim workouts, this week Coach Kurt Madden joins the podcast to break down five swim sessions athletes will see in their training. We are tackling 25 / 100 Speed Sets, Ladders, Building 100s, Descending 100s, Threshold 200 / 300s, and more! Coach Kurt explains the purpose behind each workout, what systems of the body they target, and how to execute them for maximum benefit. Whether you're aiming to finish the workout or are hunting for the elusive "narwhal," understanding the why behind your TriDot workout might be the edge you've been missing.

Every advisor is looking back at the year — what worked, what didn't, and what's worth carrying into 2026. So I pulled the analytics, reviewed the conversations, and rounded up the five moments that advisors like you rewatched the most.Each clip reveals something different: how to build real structure inside your firm, how to scale yourself out of the bottleneck, how to create a compelling workshop experience, how to master your message, and how elite performers think about growth.If you want a quick way to reset your focus, sharpen how you lead, and build more freedom into your business next year, this episode will give you the clearest lessons from across the show in 2025. These are the ideas advisors trusted the most — and they can help you tighten your model, strengthen your team, and build a business that runs without burning you out.3 of the biggest insights from the episode…1.) Structure Is a Growth Multiplier, Not a Corporate ExerciseYour business can only scale as quickly as your structure allows. Ladders, levels, delegated authority, and consistent titles aren't bureaucracy — they're clarity. And clarity is what frees a founder from becoming the bottleneck.2.) You Can Duplicate Yourself Faster Than You ThinkWhether it's sales or marketing, the advisors who scale the fastest stop relying on personality and start relying on process. When you systematize your approach, you unlock the ability to build a team that produces without you.3.) Mastery Comes from Focus, Not Doing MoreJordan. Kobe. Elite advisors. The common thread? They ignore the noise and obsess over the few skills that drive 80–90% of results. Growth isn't adding more, it's deleting what no longer serves the next level.SHOW NOTEShttps://bradleyjohnson.com/147FOLLOW BRAD JOHNSON ON SOCIALXInstagramLinkedInFOLLOW DBDL ON SOCIAL:YouTubeTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookDISCLOSURE DBDL podcast episode conversations are intended to provide financial advisors with ideas, strategies, concepts and tools that could be incorporated into their business and their life. No statements made in the episode are offered as, and shall not constitute financial, investment, tax or legal advice. Financial professionals are responsible for ensuring implementation of anything discussed related to business is done so in accordance with any and all regulatory, compliance responsibilities and obligations. The Triad member statements reflect their own experience which may not be representative of all Triad Member experiences, and their appearances were not paid for. Triad Wealth Partners, LLC is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser. Please visit Triadwealthpartners.com for more information. Triad Wealth Partners, LLC and Triad Partners, LLC are affiliated companies. TP 12254981392See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dana In The Morning Highlights 12/15Dave Ward was at Channel 13 more than 50 years - passed away at 86 years oldCJ Stroud Foundation recently helped furnish a South Houston woman's homeLadders are used even more during the holidays - but Dana knows how risky they can be!

On this episode of One Minute Dog Training Tips, Nicole Forto discusses: Chutes and Ladders in Dog Training? Products We Use for Dog Works Radio My equipment:   • SHURE SM7B Mic • Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio • Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones • Elgato Wave Mic Arm Pro   Recommended resources:   • Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization • Keap CRM • Riverside.FM • Hindenburg Pro recording and editing Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link. Dog Works Radio is a podcast education show brought to you by Dog Works Radio and is hosted by Nicole Forto. If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast app! And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

On this episode of Kirk and Marianne we are joined by Rock Legends Bob Pare, Brad and Alicia Divens. Tune in to hear Kirk, Marianne, Alicia, Bob, and Brad talk about Ladders to Leaders and celebrate the journey of recovery. You don't want to miss this. Hit play and help others keep on the good fight of recovery.

The greatest weapon against your identity isn't a blatant lie—it's a subtle suggestion. The enemy doesn't come up to you and say, "You aren't God's child." Instead, he whispers, "If you are God's child... then why is this happening?"In this episode of Shifts and Ladders, we look at the pattern in Matthew Chapters 3 and 4 to uncover how the enemy attempts to shift you from Sonship to Survival. We analyze the Baptism of Jesus vs. the Temptation in the Wilderness to see exactly how the enemy removed the word "Beloved" and added the condition "If".If you are working 80 hours a week turning "stones into bread" just to prove you are successful, you are falling into a trap. It is time to stop entertaining the "question mark" and stand on God's "period."In this video, we cover:(0:00) The "Subtle Suggestion": How the enemy attacks your identity(1:20) Matthew 3: Why God established "Beloved" (Identity) before "Ministry" (Productivity)(3:30) Matthew 4: The Test immediately follows the Revelation(5:00) The Trap: How the enemy strips "Beloved" to make your identity "Conditionary"(6:50) Stones to Bread: The danger of using your gift to prove your worth(8:40) The Solution: Integration and the power of "It Is Written"(9:15) Question Marks vs. Periods: Living off the Word(10:00) The Challenge: Be a Thermostat and set the temperature this weekQuotes from the episode:"God's pleasure is anchored in Jesus' identity, not his productivity.""The enemy wants you to move from sonship to survival... survival is always conditionary.""When you try to prove your identity, you actually lose your authority.""A suggestion always has a question mark, but a declaration always ends in a period."#Identity #SpiritualWarfare #Matthew4 #ChristianLeadership #RionRobinson #ShiftsAndLadders #BeDoHave

Join Ben Kinney, Chad Hyams, and Bob Stewart as they explore the journey from ordinary to extraordinary on the Win Make Give podcast. Discover strategies for self-leadership, financial intelligence, and building a legacy, all framed through an inventive Chutes and Ladders analogy. Gain insights into habits, models, and systems that foster personal growth, leadership, and wealth creation. Whether you're looking to enhance your financial IQ or develop lasting relationships, this engaging episode promises valuable wisdom and practical tips to propel you toward a winning mindset and lifestyle. ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network ---------- 00:00 Strategies for Winning and Avoiding an Average Life 06:07 The Winning Roadmap: Self Leadership and Leading Others 14:18 Mastering Sales Through Experience and Effective Communication 18:01 Achieving Financial Freedom Through Increased Financial IQ 21:34 Nostalgia and Media Memories from Childhood 23:21 Creating Wealth, Freedom, and Legacy Through Self-Leadership

Healing rarely shows up through big, dramatic signs. It's more often woven into the tiny ones you overlook. From painful reminders to unexpected setbacks, this episode reveals how the everyday is trying to transform you. From a lost earbud to a pair of boots that just wouldn't fit to a game of Chutes & Ladders, this episode is full of the real-life metaphors, soul whispers, and intuitive nudges that remind us: God is always speaking to us Stop settling for half@$$ effort Time does NOT heal Your pain is always pointing you toward healing If you've been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or struggling to hear your intuition, this episode will remind you that you don't have to wait for a breakdown or a big sign. Your healing is already happening…in the simplest moments. Listen, breathe, and let these stories meet you where you are. Your soul already knows the way! Want to get in on the sweet F45 Holiday Deals mentioned in today's episode? The song my Niece sent me: New Wine

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Why do brilliant leaders make reckless decisions? It's the same reason King David fell.In this episode, we unpack the single most critical factor in David's success—and the tragic silence that led to his greatest failure with Bathsheba. If you've ever felt a disconnect between your public leadership and your private reality, David's story is a powerful mirror.We explore how to move from reactive, isolated choices to integrated, Spirit-led decision-making that stands up under pressure.You will learn:The crucial difference between David as a Warrior vs. David as a Decision-Maker.The exact moment integration cracked in the Bathsheba story.A 4-step framework to align who you are with how you lead, so you never have to live a double life again.

This episode offers a powerful reminder that our greatest growth often begins in the moments we'd rather avoid—the uncertainty, the confusion, the not-knowing. According to Kabbalah these uncomfortable spaces are actually invitations to rise to a higher level of awareness. You'll discover why the unknown is not a sign that something is wrong, but a sacred opening for clarity, trust, and transformation.With relatable stories and practical tools, this conversation reframes fear, doubt, and delay as catalysts for miracles. It explores how to shorten difficult processes, how to recognize the “ladder” to your next level when life feels darkest, and how to shift from control to curiosity so you can receive the guidance already being offered to you.A grounding, encouraging, and illuminating guide for anyone navigating a transition, seeking clarity, or learning to trust the journey—even when the next step is not yet visible. Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Sundays at 10 am PT / 1pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Sundays at 10 am PT / 1pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Find out more about our work, dig into our archives, and send us a message at www.weeklyenergyboost.com.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.

This week on The Book Drop, we're on location at Spielbound Board Game Cafe to talk about the power of table top and board games to build community and spark storytelling! This is The Book Drop, featuring specials guests Kaleb Michaud and Ali Thariani.Happening at the LibraryStories After Dark: Found Family | Friday, Nov. 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams BranchBookbinding Workshop: Pamphlet Stitch Binding | Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m. to noon at Downtown BranchOmaha Public Library is hiring: https://go.cityofomaha.org/3150Opening day for OPL's new Central Library is Sunday, April 19, 2026! Use OPL's temporary catalog while our behind-the-scenes software upgrade continues. The MyOPL app and the main website login are temporarily unavailable.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found below!  Link: Omaha World-Herald Article from 2012 about Kaleb Michaud via OPL's Newsbank resource“Around the World in Eighty Games: From Tarot to Tic-tac-toe, Catan to Snakes and Ladders, a Mathematician Unlocks the Secrets of the World's Greatest Games” by Marcus du Sautoy“It's All a Game: the History of Board Games From Monopoly to Settlers of Catan” by Tristan Donovan“Across the Board: How Games Make Us Human” by Tim Clare“Your Move: What Board Games Teach Us About Life” by Joan Moriarity“Storytelling in the Modern Board Game: Narrative Trends From the Late 1960s to Today” by Marco ArnaudoJoin the conversation for the next episode!Answer the Query of the Week “Do you have a tradition or something you always do when you're in a celebratory mood?” by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

There used to be a very popular board game called “snakes and ladders” where it was a race to the finish, first finished wins the game. Ladders accelerated your climb, whereas the snakes caused you to lose territory. In this powerful message, Ps. Jurgen takes about this Biblical principle. 

There used to be a very popular board game called “snakes and ladders” where it was a race to the finish, first finished wins the game. Ladders accelerated your climb, whereas the snakes caused you to lose territory. In this powerful message, Ps. Jurgen takes about this Biblical principle. 

In this episode of Shifts and Ladders, Rion explores the side of King David's strength almost no one talks about. Beyond the battles, the throne, and the “man after God's own heart” label, there was a deeper, more integrated masculinity at work. Rion unpacks how David held together warrior courage, emotional honesty, and radical dependence on God—and what that means for modern leaders who feel pressure to be strong, stoic, and always “on.” You'll learn how biblical strength isn't about image management, but about becoming the kind of person God can trust with influence, even in hidden seasons.

When employees don't see a clear path forward, they leave—it's that simple. Dave Scaturro, Vice President  & Director of Commercial Division at Alpine Painting shares how he & his team tackled this challenge by creating a comprehensive career ladder covering skills, safety, quality, culture, and leadership, then used feedback from his mastermind group of peer business owners to refine it over year and a half.  The result: a system that's transforming how his team thinks about growth and retention in the trades.Today's Podcast is brought to you by Hirebus

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Ladders of faith all require actions to climb perpetually toward God; only Christianity offers a God who climbs down to us and requires only acceptance of Salvation by Grace through Faith!

This episode was recorded live on October 18, 2025 at The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami before the opening of Miami City Ballet's 40th anniversary season. Guests in this episode are is Tony Award winning choreographer, Justin Peck, and Miami City Ballet Artistic Director, Gonzalo Garcia. The pre-performance talk coordinated with the all Peck program that the company opened their season with, which included "Year of The Rabbit," "Chutes and Ladders," and "Heatscape." WATCH this episode on YouTube! Click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=je6FADBH-eQListen to Conversations on Dance ad-free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/conversationsondanceLINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceCOD MerchListen to COD on YouTubeJoin our email listSponsorship information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded live on October 17, 2025 at The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami before the opening of Miami City Ballet's 40th anniversary season. This pre-performance talk coordinated with the all Peck program that the company opened their season with, which included "Year of The Rabbit," "Chutes and Ladders," and "Heatscape."Listen to Conversations on Dance ad-free on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/conversationsondanceLINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceCOD MerchListen to COD on YouTubeJoin our email listSponsorship information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich recap and react to the return of the NBA, which saw Shai Gilgeous-Alexander come up clutch to lead the Thunder over the Rockets in double overtime, and Buddy Hields refusing to miss, as the Warriors defeat the Lakers 119-109.

On today's episode of "Conversations On Dance" we are joined by superstar NYCB ballerina Tiler Peck and Garen Scribner, former SFB soloist and the Artistic Director of the San Francisco Dance Film Festival. Tiler recounts how her harrowing recovery from a potentially life altering injury was captured on film after Garen suggested the process be turned into a documentary. The resulting project is "Tiler Peck: Suspending Time", a documentary film making its premiere at the SF Dance Film Festival this October 24th at the Lucasfilm Premier Theater. To purchase tickets, visit sfdancefilmfest.org. Announcement:We are thrilled to announce that we will be returning to Miami City Ballet October 17th-19th to host live pre-performance talks for the opening weekend of the company's 40th anniversary season. For each talk, we will be joined by Gonzalo Garcia as he ushers the company into its first season under his direction. Full details below. This program is truly not to be missed: the all Peck program includes ‘Year of the Rabbit', ‘Chutes and Ladders', and ‘Heatscape.' If you are in the Miami area come join us.DETAILS:FRI October 17 with Gonzalo Garcia at 6:30pmSAT October 18 with Gonzalo and Justin Peck at 6:30pmSUN October 19 with Gonzalo and Patricia Delgado at 1pmAdmission to pre-performance talks at the Arsht Center is complimentary with ticket purchase. Tickets available here: https://www.miamicityballet.org/tickets-and-events/202526-season/peck/. If you are unable to join us in person, subscribe to the Conversations on Dance podcast feed through your favorite podcast app, where we will be publishing recordings of the events.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceCOD MerchListen to COD on YouTubeJoin our email listSponsorship information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the Conversations on Dance podcast we are thrilled to have two fabulous guests: Maria Calegari and Bart Cook. We have have both Maria and Bart on the podcast before, but this married couple danced together and now sets ballets together, so we knew we had to get them on the podcast together to hear more about their careers and their work as repetiteurs for the Balanchine Trust and for the Robbins Trust. We talk through their experiences dancing together, then some of the specific ballets that they have set together: basically it's just an hour and a half of bunhead time. Maria & Bart are currently offering virtual and in-person private lessons for pre-professional and professional ballet dancers ages 15 and up. Lessons are structured to focus on your specific artistic goals to identify the stylistic and technical nuances that you can use to improve your movement quality, advice that goes beyond the typical class format. For more information visit: https://calegariteacher.com/.Announcement:We are thrilled to announce that we will be returning to Miami City Ballet October 17th-19th to host live pre-performance talks for the opening weekend of the company's 40th anniversary season. For each talk, we will be joined by Gonzalo Garcia as he ushers the company into its first season under his direction. Full details below. This program is truly not to be missed: the all Peck program includes ‘Year of the Rabbit', ‘Chutes and Ladders', and ‘Heatscape.' If you are in the Miami area come join us. And if you aren't, time to look for flights! DETAILS:FRI October 17 with Gonzalo Garcia at 6:30pmSAT October 18 with Gonzalo and Justin Peck at 6:30pmSUN October 19 with Gonzalo and Patricia Delgado at 1pmAdmission to pre-performance talks at the Arsht Center is complimentary with ticket purchase. Tickets available here: https://www.miamicityballet.org/tickets-and-events/202526-season/peck/. If you are unable to join us in person, subscribe to the Conversations on Dance podcast feed through your favorite podcast app, where we will be publishing recordings of the events.SPONSOR:Friday through Sunday, November 7th through 9th, join Amanda Treiber and Company for their debut performances at the Mark O'Donnell Theater in Brooklyn! Featuring a cast of international artists, including dancers and musicians from New York City Ballet, and a world premiere to music by Philip Glass, these performances showcase NYC-based choreographer and dancer Amanda Treiber's ability to create worlds through unique movement vocabularies and her deep collaborations with dancers, musicians, and visual artists. You won't want to miss it! Reserve your tickets today at amandatreiber.com.LINKS:Website: conversationsondancepod.comInstagram: @conversationsondanceCOD MerchListen to COD on YouTubeJoin our email listSponsorship information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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