Podcasts about leveraging

This summer, we're changing things up. You're on vacation; we're on vacation. We all know how this goes. You probably have road trips, plane trips, maybe a sabbatical or some conferences to attend this month. But ministry and leadership are still happening! So this month, we are replaying the “hits” from the last six months: the best episodes. We'll be back with fresh content in August, and we know you'll be gearing up for back-to-school busyness. See you on the other side! We hope you enjoy these favorites from the first half of the year. In this episode, Sean and Amy dive into how churches can leverage their weekend services as effective “front doors” for connecting with new people. They share insights on creating a clear guest services presence, developing intentional follow-up processes and ensuring weekend experiences connect with both churched and unchurched people.   This Episode is Sponsored By: PlainJoe Do the visitors at your church know exactly where to go and what to do when they visit for the first time? If you don't already have clear, beautifully designed wayfinding graphics and signage in your building, now is the time. The creative and talented team at PlainJoe, a Storyland Studio, are experts at creating placemaking signs and wayfinding markers that will tell your church's unique story and point your people in the right direction – from the moment they arrive at your campus. Learn more at plainjoestudios.com   Join the Conversation on Social Media We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on X and on Instagram.   

Dan Melnick is the General Manager of Bandcamp, a platform empowering artists to sell their music and connect directly with fans. Before joining Bandcamp, Dan co-founded Reverb, the leading online marketplace for musical instruments. A lifelong musician and entrepreneur, Dan is deeply passionate about artist empowerment, music technology, and community-building in the evolving landscape of the music industry.In this episode, Dan shares how artists can build sustainable careers by connecting directly with their fans and embracing the tools of the modern music industry.Key Takeaways:Learn how to cultivate genuine fan relationships that drive long-term success.Discover how Bandcamp's artist-first model helps musicians thrive in today's landscape.Gain insight into music marketing strategies that actually work—from merchandise to messaging.---→ Explore Dan's work and Bandcamp's artist tools at https://bandcamp.comBook an Artist Breakthrough Session with the Modern Musician team: https://apply.modernmusician.me/podcast

What if the difference between where you are and where you want to be came down to one simple habit: urgency? In this episode of the Seven Figure Standard, Arash Vossoughi and Mykie Stiller unpack the mindset shift that separates high performers from the rest: taking immediate, committed action. Tune in to explore the internal resistance that keeps people stuck, the identity shifts sparked by decisive movement, and why waiting for perfect conditions is a losing strategy. Whether you're pursuing business success, personal growth, or deeper self-awareness, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting and start taking action!Key Points From This Episode:Urgency as a non-negotiable for excellence.Why “do it now” isn't just a phrase; it's a habit that changes everything.What being all in really looks like (and how to tell if you are).Leveraging deadlines to generate real momentum for your goals.How perfectionism is just procrastination in disguise.Why time isn't the problem; distraction is.Action as the greatest antidote to fear and resistance.Ways that urgency reshapes your identity through new habits.How commitment and discipline unlock rewards and self-respect.Start now: set a six-month goal, define your why, and go all in for 14 days!Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:From Good to Great Voss Coaching CoVoss Coaching Co on LinkedIn Voss Coaching Co on InstagramVoss Coaching Co on FacebookMykie Stiller on LinkedInMykie Stiller on Instagram Arash Vossoughi on LinkedInArash Vossoughi on YouTube

Ballers, the new sports bar and restaurant on Route 45. Co-owners Brittany and Amar share their inspiring journey from longtime friends to business partners, overcoming personal and professional challenges to create a welcoming, community-focused spot. Listeners hear about Ballers' fresh menu, family-friendly atmosphere, and commitment to great service. Building Community, Resilience, and Excellence: The Story and Lessons Behind Ballers Sports Bar in Grayslake There's something special about a hometown sports bar—a place where the food is fresh, the games are always on, and everyone is treated like family. In the latest episode of Discovering Grayslake, host David Wall sits down with Amar and Brittany, the passionate co-owners of Ballers, Grayslake's newest sports bar and restaurant. Their journey is more than just a business story; it's a masterclass in resilience, community-building, and the pursuit of excellence. Whether you're a local entrepreneur, a restaurant enthusiast, or someone who loves a good underdog story, this in-depth look at Ballers offers valuable lessons and actionable insights. Let's break down the key themes and tips from the episode, so you can apply their wisdom to your own ventures—or simply appreciate the heart behind your next burger and beer. 1. Define Your Core Values and Let Them Guide Every Decision The Ballers Acronym: More Than a Name Amar and Brittany didn't just pick a catchy name—they built Ballers around a set of core values, using the word as an acronym: B**elieve: Always believe in yourself and your dreams. A**chieve: Work hard and never give up. L**earn: Knowledge is power; keep learning. L**ove: Love yourself and stay positive. E**njoy: Enjoy life and what you do. R**espect: Treat everyone equally and earn respect by giving it. Actionable Advice: Articulate your values.** Whether you're opening a business or leading a team, define what you stand for. Post these values where your staff and customers can see them. Live your values.** Amar and Brittany treat every guest—neighbor or star athlete—with the same respect and care. This consistency builds trust and loyalty. Let values drive culture.** A values-driven environment attracts like-minded staff and customers, creating a positive feedback loop. 2. Embrace the Power of Community and Personal Connection Creating a “Home Away from Home” Ballers isn't just about sports and food; it's about fostering a sense of belonging. David Wall notes that the best bars and restaurants feel like home, where staff and regulars know each other by name. How Ballers Does It: Warm, friendly service:** From the moment you walk in, you're greeted like family. Personal touches:** Amar and Brittany's playful banter behind the bar adds to the welcoming vibe. Community engagement:** Specials for local car wash customers, discounts for podcast listeners, and a focus on supporting local events. Actionable Advice: Get to know your customers.** Learn their names, their favorite teams, and their stories. Reward loyalty.** Offer discounts, host special events, and recognize your regulars. Be present.** Owners who are visible and engaged set the tone for the entire establishment. 3. Resilience in the Face of Adversity Overcoming Setbacks—Together Opening Ballers wasn't easy. Amar and Brittany faced skepticism, a challenging location, and even a life-altering accident that left Brittany with multiple injuries. Yet, their determination never wavered. Key Takeaways: Lean on your support system.** Amar and Brittany's friendship and partnership helped them push through tough times. Stay positive.** They used naysayers' doubts as motivation. Adapt and persevere.** Even during Brittany's recovery, she stayed involved, inspiring everyone around her. Actionable Advice: Expect setbacks.** Every new venture faces obstacles—plan for them and don't let them derail your vision. Celebrate small wins.** Each positive review, returning customer, or successful event is a step forward. Share your story.** Customers connect with authenticity and resilience; don't be afraid to let them in on your journey. 4. Quality and Consistency Are Non-Negotiable Food, Service, and Experience Ballers' menu is a testament to their commitment to quality. From half-pound, farm-to-table Angus burgers to jumbo wings and made-to-order guacamole, every dish is crafted with care. How They Ensure Quality: Invest in equipment:** A great burger needs a great grill. Ballers replaced all kitchen equipment to ensure consistency. Hire experienced staff:** Their head chef, Poncho, brings over 30 years of expertise. Menu design:** Brittany's experience helped create a menu that maximizes ingredient use and maintains high standards. Actionable Advice: Don't cut corners.** Fresh, high-quality ingredients and skilled staff are worth the investment. Consistency is key.** Customers return for the experience they know and love—make sure every visit meets expectations. Solicit feedback.** Use reviews and direct feedback to identify areas for improvement. 5. Smart Menu Planning and Specials Drive Traffic Balancing Variety and Focus Ballers offers a diverse yet focused menu, with crowd-pleasers like the Hangover Burger, flatbreads, and weekly specials (Taco Tuesday, Wing Wednesday, Fish Fry Friday). Menu Insights: Signature items:** Unique offerings like the Hangover Burger set Ballers apart. Weekly specials:** These create routine and give customers a reason to return. Family-friendly options:** A dedicated kids' menu ensures everyone feels welcome. Actionable Advice: Start with your strengths.** Build your menu around what you do best. Rotate specials.** Keep things fresh and give customers something to look forward to. Listen to your market.** Adjust offerings based on customer feedback and demand. 6. Leverage Reviews and Digital Presence The Power of Word-of-Mouth in the Digital Age Amar and Brittany understand that in today's world, Google reviews can make or break a new restaurant. They actively encourage honest feedback and use it to improve. Best Practices: Ask for reviews.** Don't be shy—remind happy customers to share their experiences online. Respond to feedback.** Thank reviewers and address concerns promptly. Monitor your reputation.** Use reviews as a tool for growth, not just validation. Actionable Advice: Make it easy.** Provide QR codes or links to your review pages. Highlight positive reviews.** Share them on social media and in your establishment. Learn from criticism.** Use constructive feedback to refine your offerings and service. 7. Creative Marketing and Community Outreach Standing Out Without a Big Budget Competing with corporate chains is tough, but Ballers uses grassroots marketing and community engagement to build their brand. Strategies That Work: Social media presence:** Regular updates, behind-the-scenes content, and engagement with local groups. Local partnerships:** Discounts for car wash customers, collaborations with nearby businesses. Podcast and word-of-mouth:** Leveraging local media and personal networks. Actionable Advice: Be authentic.** Share your story and your passion—people connect with real people. Get involved.** Sponsor local events, host watch parties, and support community causes. Offer incentives.** Discounts, specials, and loyalty programs encourage trial and repeat visits. 8. Balance Ambition with Realism Growth at the Right Pace Brittany's experience helped keep the menu focused, resisting the urge to add too many items too soon. This ensures quality and consistency, even as they plan for future growth. Actionable Advice: Start simple.** Perfect your core offerings before expanding. Scale thoughtfully.** Add new items or services only when you can maintain your standards. Stay true to your vision.** Don't chase trends that don't fit your brand or capabilities. 9. Prioritize Work-Life Balance and Team Wellbeing The Human Side of Hospitality Amar and Brittany work long hours, but they recognize the importance of eventually delegating and taking time for themselves. Their playful dynamic and mutual respect set a positive example for their team. Actionable Advice: Set boundaries.** Even in the early days, plan for rest and recovery. Build a strong team.** Invest in training and create opportunities for staff to grow. Celebrate together.** Recognize hard work and milestones as a team. 10. Never Underestimate the Power of Kindness Spreading Positivity, One Guest at a Time David Wall closes the episode with a reminder: small acts of kindness—holding a door, sharing a smile, or offering a friendly word—can transform a community. Ballers embodies this spirit, making every guest feel welcome and valued. Actionable Advice: Lead with empathy.** Treat every customer and team member with respect and care. Encourage positivity.** Create an environment where kindness is the norm. Give back.** Support local causes and look for ways to make a difference beyond your business. Final Thoughts: Why Ballers Is More Than Just a Bar Ballers is a testament to what's possible when you combine vision, grit, and heart. Amar and Brittany's journey offers a blueprint for anyone looking... Let me know if you need the rest of the article or any further edits!

Are your course worksheets just glorified notes, or are they driving real transformation? This episode reveals why intentional workbooks are the secret to boosting student success and creating "wow" moments. Learn how to design resources that turn passive learning into active application and lasting impact.Learn how to:Move beyond generic follow-alongs: Design workbooks that dive deep with outcome-aligned, probing questions.Vary activity types for engagement: Encourage both reflection and immediate action with diverse prompts and tangible takeaways.Design for feedback and accessibility: Ensure your resources are user-friendly and continuously improved based on student needs.Weekly Action Item:Review Your Resources: Take a moment to audit an existing course workbook or plan for your next one. Are you creating generic follow-alongs, or are you designing deep, outcome-aligned, varied, and accessible workbooks?Add Probing Questions: For one section of your workbook, replace simple content restatement with 3-5 probing questions that encourage deep introspection and application.Plan for Feedback: Decide how you'll gather feedback on your workbooks/resources (e.g., a simple survey question, a specific prompt).Time Stamps:00:00 — Introduction: The Importance of Workbooks01:19 — Show Intro & Welcome01:41 — Why Workbooks Matter & Common Pitfalls06:43 — Three Steps to Transformative Workbooks18:03 — Designing for Feedback & Accessibility20:50 — Final Thoughts & Call to ActionShow Resources: Check out all podcast episodes and full transcripts (www.digitalcoursecreatorguide.com/podcast)Follow me on Facebook (facebook.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) and on Instagram (instagram.com/digitalcoursecreatorguide) for daily tips and ideasWork With Dr. Moira:Join Office Hours for support and mentoring to get your digital course done. (https://digitalcourse.pro/Office-Hours)Make sure that your content is accessible with The Accessibility Mini Course for Online Creators. (https://digitalcourse.pro/accessibility)

Dan Burke is the Intelligence and Investigations Director at the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). In this episode, he describes USADA's approach, tactics, and tools, for anti-doping investigations, including work in the area of cybercrime and online investigations. He also shares insights and experiences from his nearly three decades working in U.S. federal law enforcement, including his prior role as Division Chief at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Office of Criminal Investigations, where he focused on the manufacturing of counterfeit pharmaceuticals, designer steroids, and tainted dietary supplements.

“Your work should make the rest of your life better.”In this episode of Lead with Culture, Tony Ferraro, Director of Coaching at Floyd, joins Kate Volman to unpack why employee benefits, especially wellness and financial literacy programs, often go underused. Despite leaders' best intentions, a communication gap and lack of personal strategy keep team members from engaging with programs designed to help them thrive. Tony explores how coaching and intentional dialogue can bridge that gap, making benefits more meaningful and transformative.In this episode, you'll discover:Why employees don't take advantage of voluntary benefits even when they say they want themThe critical role self-awareness plays in participationHow The Dream Manager Program multiplies the impact of your existing benefitsInvest in a coach to achieve your dreams: https://www.floydcoaching.com/Discover how to implement The Dream Manager Program:https://www.thedreammanager.com/Things to listen for:(00:00) Intro(00:26) The problem with employee benefits(00:50) Rethinking employee benefits and care programs(01:58) Defining voluntary benefits(02:42) The disconnect between offering and utilization(06:21) Success stories and statistics(07:24) The role of financial literacy and wellness programs(13:41) The Dream Manager Program: A holistic approach(17:16) Real-life impact of The Dream Manager Program(25:37) Leveraging programs for better work-life integrationResources:Floyd CoachingThe Culture AssessmentMatthew Kelly's BooksFloyd Coaching's BlogConnect with the Guest:Tony Ferraro's LinkedInConnect with the Host & Floyd Coaching:Kate Volman's LinkedInFloyd Coaching on LinkedInFloyd Consulting on FacebookFloyd Consulting on TwitterFloyd Consulting on YouTubeFloyd Consulting on Instagram

xAI, the artificial intelligence company led by Elon Musk, announced new efforts Monday to get its generative AI tool, Grok, into the hands of federal government officials. In a post to X, the company announced “Grok for Government,” which it described as a suite of products aimed at U.S. government customers. FedScoop reported on the General Services Administration's interest in Grok last week. xAI disclosed two new government partnerships: a new contract with the Defense Department, which we'll get to in a moment, and that the tool was available to purchase through GSA. “This allows every federal government department, agency, or office, to purchase xAI products,” the post added. “We're hiring mission driven engineers who want to join the cause.” The new products from xAI follow the introduction of government-specific AI intelligence platforms from companies like Anthropic and OpenAI. The announcement was made just days after xAI's formal apology for the chatbot's recent antisemitic outputs. Last Thursday, FedScoop reported that government coders at GSA were discussing, on GitHub, incorporating Grok into a testing sandbox associated with a yet-to-launch tool called AI.gov and GSAi, a GSA-created AI platform. Anthropic, Google and xAI will join OpenAI on the CDAO's nascent effort to partner with industry on pioneering artificial intelligence projects focused on national security applications. Under the individual contracts — each worth up to $200 million — the Pentagon will have access to some of the most advanced AI capabilities developed by the four companies, including large language models, agentic AI workflows, cloud-based infrastructure and more. Chief Digital and AI Officer Doug Matty said in a statement: “The adoption of AI is transforming the Department's ability to support our warfighters and maintain strategic advantage over our adversaries. Leveraging commercially available solutions into an integrated capabilities approach will accelerate the use of advanced AI as part of our Joint mission essential tasks in our warfighting domain as well as intelligence, business, and enterprise information systems.” OpenAI received the first contract for the effort June 17 and will create prototypes of agentic workflows for national security missions. According to CDAO, work with all four vendors will expand the Pentagon's experience with emerging AI capabilities, as well as give the companies better insights into how their technology can benefit the department. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

Are you looking to boost your nonprofit's fundraising efforts and connect with more donors? In this episode, I sit down with Roger Devine, co-founder of SchoolAuction.net, to explore the power of event fundraising in 2025 and beyond. Roger shares his wealth of experience in helping organizations create successful fundraising events, from galas to golf tournaments. We discuss why events are becoming increasingly important for nonprofits of all sizes, especially in an uncertain funding landscape. Crafting Events That Resonate Discover practical strategies for: - Tailoring your event to your specific audience - Balancing cost-effectiveness with donor expectations - Leveraging technology to streamline your auction process Maximizing Impact Without Breaking the Bank Roger offers insights on: - Creative alternatives to traditional galas - Engaging donors through interactive experiences - Using data to inform your event planning decisions Building Long-Term Fundraising Success Learn how to: - Create a sustainable event strategy that grows with your organization - Use software to build institutional memory and improve year-over-year results - Balance the needs of different stakeholders in your event planning process Whether you're a seasoned fundraiser or new to event planning, this conversation offers valuable insights to help you create memorable experiences that inspire generosity and build lasting relationships with your supporters. Want to Skip Ahead? Here are Some Key Takeaways: 05:40 Tailoring Events to Your Audience Learn how to research and design events that resonate with your specific donor base. 12:15 Leveraging Technology for Better Results Discover how software can help you track data, improve decision-making, and streamline your event processes. 19:30 Creative Fundraising Ideas Explore unique event concepts that can energize your supporters and set you apart from traditional galas. 26:45 Building a Sustainable Event Strategy Understand how to create an event program that grows with your organization and adapts to changing donor needs. Roger Devine Roger Devine has led a life based on service, communication, education, and entrepreneurship. As the co-founder of SchoolAuction.net, he has spent the past 20 years assisting and advising local and national nonprofit organizations and charities on how to grow their programs and ensure financial stability through fundraising events, such as gala auctions, golf tournaments, and trivia nights. In addition to assisting organizations across the country, Roger has personally chaired dozens of fundraising events for his kid's schools, his Rotary Club, and Pacific Northwest nonprofits focused on causes such as building schools in rural communities, matching US military veterans with service dogs, and pandemic relief. Learn more at schoolauction.net Sign up for a FREE Trail: https://my.schoolauction.net/registrations/new?product_id=281&aff_id=firstclick https://www.facebook.com/SchoolAuction https://www.pinterest.com/schoolauction/ https://www.instagram.com/SchoolAuction/ https://twitter.com/schoolauction?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-first-click Learn more about The First Click: https://thefirstclick.net Schedule a Digital Marketing Therapy Session: https://thefirstclick.net/officehours

In this week's episode we are continuing with our 5-part series digging into the merging of strategy and soul. In today's pep talk, we're talking about the flow of making money. In this episode we cover:Your relationship with money3 things to do today to make money (without creating something new)Leveraging your existing customers 

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationUnlock the secrets to raising capital through authentic relationships and strategic podcasting with host Bronson Hill and co-host Nate Hambrick, author of The 18 Laws of Leverage, in an insightful conversation with Dave Dubeau, a seasoned capital raiser and podcasting expert, recorded in June 2025. Having raised millions and helped his students secure hundreds of millions in real estate deals, Dave shares his journey from early podcasting mistakes to building a turnkey podcasting service that connects syndicators with accredited investors. By focusing on the guest, creating genuine connections, and leveraging referrals, Dave's approach transforms podcasting into a powerful tool for building trust and raising capital. Learn how to overcome impostor syndrome, position yourself as a leader, and use “guerilla warfare marketing” to stand out in a noisy digital world.TIMESTAMPS00:42 - Intro: Capital raising with Dave Dubeau01:12 - Mindset shift: Harnessing attention for capital01:41 - Dave's journey: From mistakes to millions raised03:08 - Impostor syndrome: Overcoming early podcasting hurdles05:31 - Strategic podcasting: Interviewing ideal investors08:09 - Guerilla marketing: Standing out in a crowded space10:17 - Online credibility: Leveraging reviews and backlinks11:39 - Turnkey podcasting: Done-for-you investor connections16:21 - Niche targeting: Engaging medical professionals19:08 - Future trends: Authentic connections vs. deep fakes21:23 - In-person value: Building trust at masterminds24:19 - Identifying avatars: Tailoring podcasts to investors27:16 - Trifecta strategy: Updates, testimonials, referrals32:59 - LinkedIn leverage: Connecting with second-degree contacts35:00 - Scalable products: Books and courses for passive income41:15 - Connect with Dave: Free book and resources42:21 - Takeaways: Trust, service, and strategic podcastingConnect with the Guest:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davedubeauWebsite: 20AccreditedInvestorsBook.com#RaisingCapital#PodcastingForBusiness#RealEstateInvesting#BuildingTrust#GuerillaMarketing#InvestorRelations#FinancialSuccess

The food ingredients market is expected to grow to $97 billion by 2029. That's an annual growth rate of just over 6.5%. Central to that growth is the voice of the consumer seeking options to improve their health and ingredients that contribute to their overall wellness. One company has been innovating in this space for generations. Ed Fish, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Varietal Solutions at Bay State Milling, joins guest host Jarrod Sutton from Purdue DIAL Ventures to discuss the market's rapid change -- from consumer demands to regulatory pressures and beyond. We get into: The overall ingredients market and the perspective on how consumer health is creating new opportunities Who Bay State Milling aims to serve through innovation, the company's 125-year family-owned legacy and its growing portfolio Unique differentiation, being nimble and knowing how to connect food to agriculture Leveraging their Rothwell Grain Essential Center to work with customers on refining and troubleshooting products – and how their customers participate in the process New products being rolled out by Bay State Milling in the food is health space, including HealthSense™ (a high-fiber wheat flour) and SowNaked Oats™ (a higher-protein oat) How the relationships work for Bay State Milling across the value chain – farmers to food companies How Ed believes the winners of tomorrow are innovating today What's ahead for Bay State Milling

In today's wellness-focused market, consumers are actively seeking functional foods that offer more than just great taste. They demand nutritious snacks that actively support brain health, heart health, sustained energy, and strong immunity. Wholesale Nuts and Dried Fruits is an industry leader, providing bulk, farm-fresh ingredients directly to consumers. Our online shop features a wide selection of sustainably packaged nuts and dried fruits, each naturally rich in vital nutrients for your well-being. Founder Matthew Baron embarked on this mission after a personal diabetes diagnosis inspired him to deeply re-evaluate the impact of food on health. Leveraging decades of experience in food advertising, Matthew built Wholesale Nuts and Dried Fruits on the foundation of offering real, raw, and beneficial ingredients. His personal journey brings a powerful and authentic lens to the booming functional food movement. Discover the Power of Functional Snacking with Our Bulk Ingredients: Our premium selection of wholesale nuts and dried fruits provides targeted benefits for your daily health needs:

The food ingredients market is expected to grow to $97 billion by 2029. That's an annual growth rate of just over 6.5%. Central to that growth is the voice of the consumer seeking options to improve their health and ingredients that contribute to their overall wellness. One company has been innovating in this space for generations. Ed Fish, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Varietal Solutions at Bay State Milling, joins guest host Jarrod Sutton from Purdue DIAL Ventures to discuss the market's rapid change -- from consumer demands to regulatory pressures and beyond. We get into:  The overall ingredients market and the perspective on how consumer health is creating new opportunities Who Bay State Milling aims to serve through innovation, the company's 125-year family-owned legacy and its growing portfolio Unique differentiation, being nimble and knowing how to connect food to agriculture Leveraging their Rothwell Grain Essential Center to work with customers on refining and troubleshooting products – and how their customers participate in the process New products being rolled out by Bay State Milling in the food is health space, including HealthSense™ (a high-fiber wheat flour) and SowNaked Oats™ (a higher-protein oat) How the relationships work for Bay State Milling across the value chain – farmers to food companies How Ed believes the winners of tomorrow are innovating today What's ahead for Bay State Milling 

Ninad Naik is Co-founder and COO at Mira Network, where he leads research, tech, and operations. Prior to Mira, he spent over a decade as an executive and technology leader at Uber and Amazon across AI, marketplace, and hardware. Prior to technology, Ninad spent several years in investment banking and strategy consulting.In this conversation, we discuss:- Mira's unique approach to on-chain access control and identity management- The shift from static wallet-based gating to dynamic access and reputation layers- Why Hallucinations occur - The economic and social implications of truly autonomous AI are staggering- Why today's AI can't be trusted for high-stakes decisions without constant human supervision - How Mira's decentralized verification layer slashes AI error rates from ~30% to under 5% - Leveraging crypto incentives to power reliable, autonomous AI systems  - Evolving from batch-based review to real-time AI output validation - Focusing first on education and healthcare, where accuracy is mission-critical - Building Web3 infrastructure that addresses real-world Web2 failures  Mira NetworkWebsite: mira.networkX: @Mira_Network Discord: discord.gg/mira-networkNinad NaikLinkedIn: Ninad N.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT. PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.    PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions. Code: CRYPTONEWS50This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below:PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50

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Send us a textRethink WorkbookThe Divine Possibility WorkbookTake part in our upcoming Webinar, every Saturday 10am est.Register HERE ReThink Podcast, Digital StoreConnect with us and Explore our offers:   https://linktr.ee/rethinkpodcast1Support the Podcast:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1590358/supportTHE OPPORTUNITYMost people never reach their goals because they see the wrong picture every day — failure, fear, past disappointments. Their subconscious loops the same old story, and they wonder why they stay stuck.The missed opportunity? Leveraging the science of visualization as a tool for expectation — not fantasy.Here's what happens when you don't use it:You act with hesitation because you've never mentally “seen” yourself succeed.You shrink back when opportunity knocks because it feels unfamiliar.You replay old patterns instead of rewriting new ones.But if you learn to visualize with clarity and repetition, everything changes — from the inside out.Support the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1590358/support Closing of ReThinkBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode of Police K9 Radio, we sit down with Aaron Taylor, a nationally recognized leader in the dog training world and the founder of Ridgeside K9 LLC. Aaron is a prior Infantry Marine Sergeant with a 100% combat-disabled rating. Leveraging the Yellow Ribbon Program, he attended The George Washington University, earning degrees in both the Science of Policing and Psychology. Following his military service, Aaron spent 16 years with the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office, retiring in 2018 while assigned full-time to K9 on a full-time SWAT team. Over the course of his career, he served 14 years in special operations and investigations, including time in Narcotics, SWAT, and K9. Aaron is also recognized as a certified expert in the 4th district, having testified in both state and federal court. He has been featured on national platforms such as The Dr. Phil Show and on numerous podcasts, where he encourages, mentors, and helps finance law enforcement and military veterans as they transition into entrepreneurship. After stepping away from policing due to growing conflict with administration and declining community support, Aaron leaned into his lifelong passion for dog training. What began as a small venture quickly grew into Ridgeside K9 LLC—now one of the nation's most recognized and fastest-growing dog training companies. In this episode, Aaron opens up about the emotional and practical challenges of leaving law enforcement, building a business from scratch, and what it takes to create a mission-driven company. He emphasizes the importance of mastering your role in law enforcement while also developing skills outside the badge—so you're ready for the next chapter when it comes. We also talk about Aaron's mission to employ and empower former military and police professionals, giving them not only jobs, but purpose and opportunity. His journey is a blueprint for others in the K9 and law enforcement communities who are ready to build something of their own.  Topics Covered: Why Aaron left law enforcement after 16 years Founding Ridgeside K9 and scaling a dog training business Navigating burnout and lack of administrative support Creating a mission-driven company that supports police and veterans Advice for officers: build skills beyond the badge Follow Aaron Taylor & Ridgeside K9: Instagram: @ridgesidek9_llc Thank you to our sponsors: Ray Allen Mfg. - Rayallen.com Inukshuk Performance Dog food - INUKSHUKPRO.com Black Jacks Leather - BlackJacksleather.com Sauna Box - Saunabox/k9.com Key word "K9" for discount Connect with Us: Instagram: @policek9radio663 Email: Trainers@Dtack9.com

Having met at the UC Davis Wine Executive Program, Kia Behnia, CEO, and Mason Earles, CTO, founded Scout to replicate the best sensor in the vineyard, “the farmer's eye.” Leveraging off-the-shelf hardware, Scout uses AI to process images taken from a tractor to automate vineyard mapping, vine counting, yield forecasting, virus identification, and more. From managing vineyard assets to implementing precision agriculture to improve quality, Scout is harnessing the power of AI to optimize vineyard management.Detailed Show Notes: Mason's background - UC Davis Professor, Apple, AI & agricultureKia's background for Scout - owns the Neotempo wine brand, worked at Splunk, the “data for everything” companyThe official company name is Agricultural Scout, dba Scout, the website is agscout.ai, so it can be called any of those namesFounded in 2022, initially more hardware-based, but pivoted to an intelligence company using off-the-shelf hardwareThe goal is to “replicate the farmer's eye” with an AI-based solution using cameras, tractors, and Scout cloud and mobile app (which can be used offline); the brain is centered around a phoneUS only today (~50-100 clients, 300 blocks, 2M vines, processed 56M photos), going international in 20264 main use cases currently: Automate vine count, inventory, and mapping of vines - 4x faster than people could doEstimate crop performance - both vigor and fruitYield forecasting - can use every step in the growing season to forecast yield with historical performance and weather forecastsHealth performance and vine mapping - leveraging AI for virus detection3 types of clientsEstate wineriesVineyard management companies (“VMC”)Real estate investors or owners to track vineyardsBenefits include: $400-1,200 savings/acreProductivity gains through managing more acres with fewer people, identifying low-performing vines, and the program tells farmers where to sampleRemote monitoring of faraway vineyardsEarly season yield forecastingDisease management - virus can cause $170k/acre damage over 3-5 years, costs $40/PCR test, the goal is to keep virus 50 acresNeighborhood and AVA discountsStarter - 2 scan package (for inventory and virus)Professional - 6 scan packageTypical customer starts w/ 2 and upgrades to 6Monarch promotion, customers get 1 free scanUp front hardware costs ~$3,000New product in beta in July 2025 - ChatGPT Scout for vineyardsMarketing mostly through word of mouth, industry trade shows, and webinars have been effective, as has partnership with Monarch (already tech enthusiasts)Barriers to purchase are often due to farming budgets built around labor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Your brand is going to evolve. Your business is going to evolve.” –Barb PritchardSummer is a great time to update your brand, and I'm talking with Barb Pritchard, a brand strategist and intuitive designer about what that really looks like.We talk about why you want to be consistent across platforms — but you brand is more than fonts and colors. You are a big piece of your brand and need to show up visually and in words.And while you might want to redo your website and be done, your business and your brand are going to continue to evolve. This season is a great time to see what's working and what's not.We talk about: Oracle cards and following breadcrumbs — yes, intuition as a business guideHow following formulas doesn't feel natural — and what happens when you really show up as youLearning to talk naturally about what you doThinking about how you want people to feel when they interact with your brandWhy brand photos matter so muchChanging one small thing at a time to see what resonates with your audienceABOUT BARBBarb Pritchard, the creative force behind Infinity Brand Design, is a visionary brand strategist and intuitive designer with over 20 years of experience. Specializing in an empathy-first approach, she empowers spiritual entrepreneurs and shapes transformative brands, aligning mission-focused businesses with their soul clients. Leveraging her vast experience with Fortune 100 & 500 companies, Barb fuels growth and authenticity in impactful, heart-centered ventures. As the driving spirit of Infinity Brand Design, Barb is also an acclaimed author, speaker, and advocate for living a purpose-filled life, finding joy in global exploration, cultural immersions, and nurturing connections.LINKShttps://www.infinitybrand.design/https://www.facebook.com/ImBarbPritchardhttps://www.instagram.com/infinitybranddesignhttps://www.pinterest.com/infinitybranddesign/https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbpritchard/DOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:MAKE A SMALL CHANGE. If you aren't getting the results you want, try changing a few words or one photo. See if you get a different reaction. Sometimes a tiny change can shift the effect dramatically.KNOW YOURSELF FIRST. Do you know: What lights you up? What do you want to do? What are you here for? What is your passion? The answers to these questions are essential for talking about yourself clearly.BOOK PHOTOS. Book a photographer for brand photos. Someone else can help show, visually, who you are. Even if you don't like being in pictures, you'll want good ones of you — headshots but also you in action at what you do.

If your client was riding in your car all day, would they see you as a dedicated professional, or just someone running errands? In this episode of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, Tracy Hayes welcomes Sharon Mills. Sharon is one of Northeast Florida's leading realtors. Sharon dives deep into her journey, highlighting how her early corporate experiences at General Motors shaped her into a meticulous professional dedicated to client service and relentless attention to detail. She shares invaluable lessons learned from transitioning through multiple industries—including owning an interior design firm—to becoming a top-producing luxury real estate agent. Throughout the conversation, Sharon emphasizes the importance of treating real estate like a true profession, investing deeply in self-education, and knowing your market inside and out. From setting clear boundaries with clients to maintaining consistent work ethics even during downturns, Sharon delivers actionable advice on building resilience and establishing yourself as a go-to realtor for life. Want to set yourself apart in the competitive world of real estate? Tune in, learn Sharon's proven strategies, and commit to investing in yourself. Subscribe to the Real Estate Excellence Podcast now and elevate your real estate career!   Highlights: 00:00 - 14:20 Sharon Mills Early Career and Life Experiences Sharon's journey from Buffalo to Jacksonville Working at Liberty Mutual as a teenager Corporate growth at General Motors Importance of mentors and early responsibilities Transition from corporate America to entrepreneurship 14:21 - 28:50 Building a Real Estate Career Amid Challenges Entering real estate during the 2006 downturn Consistency and discipline during tough markets Learning short sales and foreclosures Rising to the top 1% of agents Reinventing yourself to stay relevant 28:51 - 43:15 Treating Real Estate as a Serious Profession Structuring your business day effectively Setting clear professional boundaries with clients Defining work hours and customer expectations Importance of business mindset and planning Creating worklife balance through scheduling 43:16 - 58:00 Importance of Continuous Learning and Preparation Educating yourself beyond basic real estate skills Understanding the nuances of luxury homes Attending seminars and training events nationwide Developing confidence through knowledge Building relationships through informed conversations 58:01 - 01:11:40 Establishing a Loyal Client Base Providing genuine value and consistent followup Understanding client needs and preferences Becoming the go-to real estate professional for life Maintaining integrity and honesty in transactions Using knowledge as the foundation of relationships 01:11:41 - 01:26:43 Advice for New and Growing Agents Developing market expertise early Managing downtime effectively Leveraging your network and community involvement Avoiding comparison and focusing on personal growth Committing to continuous selfimprovement and adaptability   Quotes: "You have to have a passion for what you do and keep reinventing yourself." – Sharon Mills "Customer service isn't just customer service—it's people service." – Sharon Mills "The biggest mistake agents make is assuming success will just fall into their laps." – Sharon Mills "If you don't know your value, others will define it for you." – Sharon Mills   To contact Sharon Mills, learn more about her business, and make her a part of your network, make sure to follow her on her Website and Instagram.   Connect with Sharon Mills! Website: http://sharonmills.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmills10/   Connect with me! Website: toprealtorjacksonville.com   Website: toprealtorstaugustine.com    SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.   #RealEstateExcellence #SharonMills #LuxuryRealEstate #RealEstateCareer #TopAgent #CustomerService #RealEstateAdvice #FloridaRealEstate #MillionDollarAgent #AgentTips #RealEstateSuccess #RealtorLife #RealEstatePodcast #JacksonvilleRealtor #RealEstateEducation #BusinessMindset #RealEstateAgent #HomeSellingTips #ContinuousLearning #PodcastEpisode

Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury discusses the highlights from the ISTE and ASCD conference, focusing on the innovative features of SchoolAI with Dave Monson, Head of Design. The conversation covers the importance of AI in education, addressing teacher concerns about privacy and security, and the role of data-driven insights in enhancing student engagement. The episode also emphasizes the need for supportive policies in schools and provides resources for instructional coaches to effectively implement AI tools in their classrooms. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning: Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported. Curriculum Design and Implementation: Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels. Effective Instructional Coaching: Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways: The ISTE conference brought together 15,000 educators to discuss educational innovations. SchoolAI offers free access for teachers, making it accessible for all. AI tools can significantly enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Privacy and security are top priorities for AI in education. Teachers can use AI to create personalized learning experiences for students. Data dashboards provide valuable insights into student performance and engagement. AI can support students' emotional well-being by facilitating personal conversations. Developing clear AI policies is essential for schools to navigate new technologies. Instructional coaches play a crucial role in implementing AI tools in classrooms. SchoolAI provides a marketplace of resources created by educators for educators. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to TeacherCast and ISTE Conference Highlights 02:06 Exploring SchoolAI: Features and Benefits 05:13 Addressing Teacher Concerns: Privacy and Security in AI 08:51 Getting Started with AI in the Classroom 10:57 Data-Driven Insights: Using Dashboards for Student Engagement 14:06 Supporting Student Well-Being: AI's Role in Personal Conversations 15:43 Developing AI Policies in Schools 18:26 Resources for Instructional Coaches and Educators Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Sign up for product showcase now: https://schoolai.com/showcase About our Guest: David Monson is the Head of Design at SchoolAI, where he brings a unique blend of classroom experience and global design leadership. A former educator who taught product design, David is passionate about creating...

Katie Brinkley is transforming social media marketing with her less is more 4-post strategy.With two decades of expertise, Katie's unique method helps clients achieve more growth while posting less.Leveraging platform-agnostic storytelling, Katie tailors tactics to each brand's goals, driving measurable results efficiently.Katie Brinkley has been in the social media game since the days of Myspace. She brings corporate-level strategies to your business's marketing plan. There are a lot of social media channels out there and she's made it her mission to learn which channels you need to spend time for your business and how to make that platform work to bring in the right clients.She has a unique insight into and unparalleled understanding of how to get your ideal client interested in and engaged with YOUR business! Whether it is one-on-one training with you or group training with your team, she will develop the RIGHT online strategy for your business.As a keynote speaker, Katie draws from her seasoned experience at the forefront of digital marketing. She informs and entertains audiences with: Actionable tips for high-impact social media strategies, Case studies demonstrating targeted platforms and content, Motivation to improve brand presence through quality engagement, and Keys to unlocking business growth with smart social techniques.Katie blends big picture concepts with on-the-ground execution. Attendees walk away strategic yet inspired to make meaningful connections on social media.She is also the author of the best-selling book, "The Social Shift.", In an era where Artificial Intelligence and Web 3.0 are reshaping our digital interactions, it's more important than ever to stay grounded in authenticity. This book is an urgent call to action for entrepreneurs, marketers, and anyone who uses social media to forge meaningful connections in a landscape increasingly driven by consumption.Grab your copy here: https://a.co/d/2jpfykQLearn all about Katie and her agency here: https://yournextstep.agency/Don't forget to register for our FREE "Clients on Command: Your LinkedIn Content Strategy" Workshop, HERE

Discover how authenticity, relentless follow‑through, and AI-enhanced communication are transforming the commercial real estate landscape in this powerful Prime People Podcast episode.In this episode:We dive deep into:

What does it take to release 200 digital singles in a single day and earn a Guinness World Record in the process? More importantly, what can that teach us about building a truly sustainable music career?In this episode, I sit down with The Orchestrator, a self-taught saxophonist whose approach to the music business is as methodical as it is inspiring. His philosophy centers on complete independence: owning your masters, understanding every revenue stream, and building passive income that allows you to create art without compromise.The Orchestrator shares his journey from learning Antonio Carlos Jobim classics to developing a bossa nova and jazz-focused catalog that generates sustainable income. But this isn't just about music. The Orchestrator highlights the importance of financial literacy, strategic thinking, and maintaining artistic integrity in an industry that often demands the opposite.Support ProducerHeadIf you value ProducerHead and want to support the show, consider a premium subscription (just $6 per month, even less on an annual basis). For less than a plug-in, you can directly support and grow the show while keeping the core content free for everyone.Three Game-Changing Takeaways1. Complete Ownership Creates FreedomOwning your masters, publishing, and trademarks isn't just about money—it's about maintaining the power to pivot and make decisions without outside interference. True artistic and financial independence starts with ownership.2. Diversify Your Revenue StreamsStreaming royalties from distributors represent only a fraction of what your music can earn. Register with PROs, SoundExchange, and Songtrust to collect all available royalties and build sustainable passive income.3. Financial Stability Enables Better ArtWhen your bills are covered by passive income, you can focus on creating art for art's sake rather than compromising your vision for short-term financial gains.Support ProducerHeadIf you value ProducerHead and want to support the show, consider a premium subscription (just $6 per month, even less on an annual basis). For less than a plug-in, you can directly support and grow the show while keeping the core content free for everyone.What We CoverThe Craft:* His daily saxophone practice routine and self-taught approach* Learning classic tunes and developing unique variations* The influence of Stan Getz and Antonio Carlos Jobim on his soundThe Business:* Complete breakdown of music royalty percentages and splits beyond streaming* Why he chose long-term passive income over performance-based career paths* The importance of trademarking your business and catalog ownershipThe Strategy:* Grassroots promotion and direct fan engagement through social media* Leveraging streaming data and algorithms for strategic marketing* The story behind his Guinness World Record and what it taught him about differentiationThe Philosophy:* Building financial independence to maintain artistic integrity* Investing in businesses that align with personal values* Working smart vs. working hard in music promotionEssential Resources MentionedMust-Read Books:* "All You Need to Know About the Music Business" by Donald Passman* "The Plain and Simple Guide to Music Publishing" by Randall D. WixsonAlbums That Shaped His Sound:* "A Love Supreme" by John Coltrane* "Getz/Gilberto" by Stan Getz and João Gilberto* "The Chronic" by Dr. DreRevenue Collection Services:* SoundExchange (international performance royalties)* Songtrust (publishing royalties)* ASCAP (performing rights organization)* BMI (performing rights organization)* Sticker Mule (promotional stickers for fan engagement)Chapter Timestamps* 0:00 - Intro and music business disclaimer* 2:24 - Saxophone practice routine deep dive* 4:44 - Learning Jobim and the Stan Getz influence* 11:57 - Music ownership philosophy and trademark importance* 16:33 - Choosing passive income over performance careers* 19:26 - Complete breakdown of music royalty splits* 25:18 - Grassroots promotion and social media strategies* 35:53 - Building sustainable income through streaming diversification* 45:58 - The Guinness World Record strategy* 52:46 - Building financial freedom with integrity (2000 days sober)* 1:00:02 - The story behind releasing 200 songs in one day* 1:04:50 - Self-taught saxophone journey* 1:12:36 - Breaking free from corporate control and honoring Black culture in electronic musicConnect with The Orchestrator* Website: theorchestratormusic.com* Instagram: @theorchestratormusic* Listen on: Spotify* Listen on: Apple MusicSupport ProducerHeadIf you value ProducerHead and want to support the show, consider a premium subscription (just $6 per month, even less on an annual basis). For less than a plug-in, you can directly support and grow the show while keeping the core content free for everyone.A Final ThoughtThe Orchestrator's approach challenges the conventional wisdom that musicians must choose between artistic integrity and financial success. His story proves that with the right knowledge, strategic thinking, and commitment to ownership, you can build a career that serves both your creative vision and your financial goals.The question isn't whether you can afford to own your masters—it's whether you can afford not to.What resonated most with you from this conversation? Share it with the community.This episode was co-produced, engineered and edited by Matthew Diaz. From ProducerHead, this is Toru, and in a way, so are you. Peace. Get full access to ProducerHead at producerhead.substack.com/subscribe

Are you a top executive woman feeling the call for a significant career change, but grappling with the fear of the unknown, the exhaustion of past challenges, or the question of "who am I" outside of your corporate identity? In this episode of How Women Inspire, Julie Castro Abrams, JeanAnn Nochols, and Lori Igleski dive deep into the world of career pivots, offering a roadmap to make your transition less stressful and more fulfilling. Join them as they explore how to align your mindset, leverage community support, and discover your true north in your next professional evolution. This week's episode 176 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about career pivots: navigating your next chapter with joy and success! In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, JeanAnn Nichols and Lori Igleski are sharing the importance of aligning professional choices with personal values and actionable steps you can take right now to prepare yourself for a meaningful career pivot. JeanAnn Nichols is an accomplished executive with more than 30 years of diverse professional experience. She has managed engineering, product design, manufacturing, marketing, sales, communications, and IT operations for Fortune 500 companies. Most recently she served as a Vice President and General Manager for a $60B global technology company.Lori Igleski founded Heart-Led Ventures LLC in 2022, leveraging decades of financial services experience to guide organizations through transformational change and ensure the next generation of diverse leaders benefits from her expertise. Throughout her career, she spearheaded over 35 significant merger and acquisition integrations, reorganizations, and technology implementations, passionately advocating for both the client and employee experience by building robust change management and employee engagement strategies. Some of the talking points Julie, JeanAnn, and Lori go over in this episode include:Prioritizing professional rest and mindset alignment.Addressing common fears during a career pivot and embracing self-discovery.Leveraging community support for resilience.Building a portfolio career to fulfill diverse needs.What is one small step you can take today to align your current professional path with your deepest values? Share this episode with a friend who might be contemplating their own career pivot, and subscribe to How Women Inspire for more insights on leading, investing, and giving.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/podcast CONNECT WITH JEANANN NICHOLS:LinkedInWebsiteCONNECT WITH LORI IGLESKI:LinkedInCONNECT WITH JULIE CASTRO ABRAMS:LinkedIn - JulieHow Women LeadHow Women InvestHow Women GiveInstagram - HWLLinkedIn - HWLFacebook - HWL

Join Guy Ruddle and Marylis Ramos, Director of Savills Earth Advisory Services, alongside Eve Farrugia, Associate, Savills Earth Sustainable Design team, Joey Aoun, Net Zero and Sustainability Lead at Savills Investment Management and Faisal Butt, Managing Partner and Founder of Pi Labs, a London-based venture capital firm in the third episode of the third Savills Earth podcast series.This episode highlights how data and technology can be leveraged to achieve more sustainable outcomes for the property sector. We delve into the power of advanced analytics, IoT, and AI in driving sustainability and explore examples of how these technologies are being used to optimise energy consumption, reduce carbon footprints, and enhance efficiency discussing the future potential of tech driven sustainability solutions.

Bill Barnett, CEO and Founder of the Smarter Minds Network, discusses his "Playbook for Life"; the ability to attract and build a network of smarter minds; how everyday is an interview; and that financial independence and smart investing starts early. Barnett talks about his book, Smarter Minds.About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.  For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Send us a textKrista Mayshore shares her journey from being a solo agent closing 154 transactions in her final year to becoming a full-time coach with over 1,000 students nationwide. She reveals how she creates her own economy regardless of market conditions.• Maintaining a small number of transactions annually to ensure her coaching remains practical and current• Creating consistent video content as the foundation of real estate marketing success• Learning proper distribution methods since less than 2% of organic content is actually seen• Implementing "digital location domination" through neighborhood-specific marketing funnels• Differentiating yourself when 74% of agents didn't sell a single house in 2024• Using attraction-based marketing instead of traditional cold-calling and door-knocking• Overcoming the fear of being on camera and recognizing its power in building relationships• Leveraging the shared experience of how real estate saved them during personal hardshipsGet your free ticket to Krista's virtual event at kristamayshore.com/freeseat where she teaches social media, video, sales funnels, and marketing strategies to dominate your area. Thanks again for listening. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a FIVE-STAR review.Head to Dwanderful right now to claim your free real estate investing kit. And follow:http://www.Dwanderful.comhttp://www.facebook.com/Dwanderfulhttp://www.Instagram.com/Dwanderful http://www.youtube.com/DwanderfulRealEstateInvestingChannelMake it a Dwanderful Day!

James Conole's firm has experienced explosive growth over the past few years (expecting to double its revenue to more than $10 million in 2025) thanks in part to his YouTube channel, which educates and builds trust with ideal prospects before they ever book a meeting. James is the founder of Root Financial, an RIA based in Encinitas, California, that oversees $1.3 billion in assets under management for 630 client households. In this episode, he shares his YouTube strategy, including how narrowing his content focus to the needs of wealthy pre-retirees and retirees led to fewer views but better-fit clients. Listen in to learn how Root was able to implement a “one-meeting close” with prospects partly due to their familiarity with how the firm operates as well as how the firm systematized client onboarding into a five-meeting process. James also talks about creating the tech-centric “Root University” to ensure consistent advisor training, how his firm builds culture in a remote-first team, and what comes next as the firm continues to scale. For show notes and more visit: https://www.kitces.com/445

We share strategies for managing a busy clinical caseload when juggling multiple patients with different injuries, surgeries, and protocols across various settings.• Organizing patient information systematically through spreadsheets listing surgical details, protocols, and progression points• Creating tables to track swelling measurements, range of motion, and strength over time• Establishing consistent assessment routines when patients arrive for appointments• Using technology and automated calculators to track progress and compare to past measurements• Translating complex clinical measurements into understandable metrics for patient education• Leveraging colleagues' expertise when facing cases outside your comfort zone• Dividing responsibilities between clinicians to optimize patient care• Creating documentation systems that allow quick retrieval of important patient information• Establishing data-driven rationales for return-to-sport decisions with athletes• Setting realistic expectations about progress timeframes based on researchIf you're feeling overwhelmed by your caseload or want to improve your organizational systems, reach out to us on Instagram or email with questions or suggestions for future episodes.We appreciate you listening! To learn more about SHIFT, head here - https://shiftmovementscience.com/To learn about SHIFT's courses, check our website here - https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Also, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing the podcast with your friends! Thanks :)Thanks for listening to The SHIFT Show! Check out SHIFT's most popular courses here! https://courses.shiftmovementscience.com/Want to join our online educational community of over 1000 gymnastics professionals and get 40+ hours of gymnastics lectures? Join The Hero Lab below!https://shiftmovementscience.com/theherolab/ Check out all our past podcast episodes here!https://shiftmovementscience.com/podcast/

In this conversation, Kate D'Addabbo, a seasoned real estate agent, shares her journey in securing a luxury condo listing, the importance of asking for what you want, and her extensive experience in renovation and design. She discusses the challenges and lessons learned from flipping homes, the intricacies of the real estate process, and the significance of maintaining large properties. Kate emphasizes the value of building lasting relationships with clients and provides insights into the future of her real estate career, including promoting new developments in Connecticut.TakeawaysYou have to ask for what you want in real estate.Being direct is crucial in negotiations.Understanding renovation can significantly benefit clients.The visual appeal of a property is paramount.Knowledge empowers buyers and sellers in the market.Maintaining a large property can be costly and complex.Building relationships with clients leads to repeat business.The real estate process requires a comprehensive understanding.Investing in quality renovations yields better returns.New developments in desirable locations attract diverse buyers.The Neighborhood Realtor is proudly sponsored by Treadstone Funding and Neighborhood Loans. For more tangible tips in real estate marketing, check out Matt's book, The Tangible Action Guide for Real Estate Marketing available on Amazon.

In this episode of Stronger Sales Teams, Ben Wright welcomes special guest Lasada Pippen, blending the precision of engineering with the art of motivational speaking. Lasada shares his compelling journey from a background in computer engineering to inspiring audiences across the United States, underscoring the vital importance of purpose, resilience, and impactful communication in sales leadership. Together, they unpack the essence of purpose-driven leadership and its critical role in cultivating resilient sales teams ready to thrive in today's complex global landscape. About the Guest: Lasada Pippen is a highly regarded motivational speaker and leadership coach, celebrated for his dynamic and impactful approach to professional development. With a background in computer engineering and over a decade of experience in the tech industry, Lasada made a transformative shift to focus on inspiring and equipping others through speaking and coaching. He is widely recognised for his signature keynote series, The Climb, and for his unique ability to engage and resonate with diverse audiences. A bilingual STEM professional and university graduate, Lasada specialises in guiding leaders towards purpose-driven leadership, helping individuals and teams tap into resilience, clarity, and direction on their professional journey. Key Takeaways: Purpose-driven leadership involves leading from a place of understanding one's unique gifts and applying purpose and strategy in their role. Building resilience in teams begins with establishing a framework for clear, concise, compelling, and confident communication (C4). Bringing team members together across new and diverse connections can foster collaboration and innovation through team-building activities. For effective sales growth, the principle of “Simplicity Sells, Complexity Fails” should be emphasised to streamline processes and enhance product appeal. Leveraging individual strengths and applying a GPS (Gifts, Purpose, Strategy) approach can lead to heightened productivity and job satisfaction. Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:03 Guest Introduction 2:48 The Lasada Pippen Journey 5:43 Purpose Driven Leadership 7:20 Resilience 8:58 From Liking to Loving Your Role 12:29 Building Resilience Into The Team 15:00 Team Building Activities 19:46 Where To Start To Drive Revenue Growth 23:36 Recap 24:43 Guest Socials 25:00 Update on the Road To Cairns 26:16 Outro Rate, Review, & Follow If you're liking what you're hearing, make sure you ‘follow' the show wherever you listen to your podcasts…so you never miss an episode! I'd also love to hear what you think, so drop us a review after you close that next deal…tell me what you're liking, and what you want more of so I can look to cover it in a future episode.

Andy Coleman made $1M working with renters using free leads, high-volume strategy, and laser focus. Learn how discipline, burnout recovery, and niching down turned his rental game into an empire.See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/agents-are-leaving-six-figures-on-the-table-how-to-make-millions-with-andy-coleman/(00:00) - Welcome to The REI Agent with Mattias and Erica(00:19) - Austin Recap and COVID Update(01:00) - Lessons from the REI Summit: Values, Vision, and Business Building(02:20) - Meeting Grant and Frankie In-Person(02:56) - From Conference to Cleaning: Erica's Landlording Experience(04:04) - Meet Andy Coleman: Rental Commission Specialist from Florida(04:58) - Andy's Real Estate Origin Story(06:00) - Earning $733/Hour from Facebook Marketplace Leads(07:30) - Scaling Up: 50 to 250+ Rental Deals a Year as a Solo Agent(09:30) - Commission Structures and How It Works for Rentals(12:00) - Turning Renters into Buyers for Long-Term Wealth(14:00) - Why Agents Avoid Renters—and Why That's a Mistake(15:24) - Andy's Volume-Based Income Strategy Explained(18:21) - Workload, Burnout, and Building Systems(21:00) - From Obsession to Exhaustion: The Burnout Experience(25:00) - Finding Balance and Leveraging a Team(28:00) - Erica Explores Burnout Symptoms and Mental Health Insights(29:03) - Andy's Five Ways to Make Money with Renters(31:40) - MLS Strategy and Apartment Locating(35:00) - Landlord Listings and Doubling Commission(37:20) - Converting Active Renters into Buyers Now and Later(40:00) - The Secret to $600K a Year: Patience and Volume(42:00) - Riches Are in the Niches: Focus and Discipline(44:00) - Book Recommendations for Sales and Communication Mastery(46:44) - Where to Learn More: Andy's Coaching, Channels, and Socials(47:36) - Final Thoughts and Show OutroContact Andy Colemanhttps://www.richwithrentals.com/https://www.instagram.com/theandycoleman/https://www.youtube.com/@AndyColemanhttps://www.youtube.com/@AndyColemanRealEstateFor more content to enhance your holistic success, visit https://reiagent.com

We killed The Art of Branding.It's dead. Buried. RIP to a mostly decent name.Is this a resurrection?A new position?Or did we just do a Jaguar and say duck you to everything that's been built so far?In this first episode of season 3, joined by podcast producer and manager Elijah Drown, Beatrice shares why the change, the evolution of the business, and rebranding.This one is for business owners, co-founders, and heads when considering pivoting, rebranding, or refreshing your business without changing your brand identity.Hone down your market positioning to step away from competition and attract more of the right customers with Beatrice's upcoming Repositioning Masterclass: Join the waitlist here.Find gaps in your brand health and performance in 5 minutes with The Brand Health Audit. Avoid wasting time reaching out to the wrong fit businesses, Dealfront lets you narrow your audience down without needing to pay for every signal.How badass are they? They've given The Art of Positioning listeners 10% off after your trial on this link: https://leadfeeder.partnerlinks.io/the-art-of-positioning01:57 Killing The Art of Branding06:24 Positioning in business09:53 Brand health check and performance gaps13:51 Leveraging newsletters and social media18:05 Podcast evolution and content strategy32:53 Going into season 3: what should we expect33:46 Navigating brand strategy and neurodiversity37:01 Masterclass and brand repositioning43:30 Leverage humor and controversy5 episodes to binge on:The no bullshit strategy with Alex SmithBrand strategy in action with Cam VarnerFuture-proofing your brand with Adriana TicaGrow your business with mission and vision with Michael Clift Build relatability through villains and anti-heroes with Taylor Tudisco Follow Your Podcast Sidekick founder Elijah Drown:⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠Follow Beatrice Gutknecht:LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram | WebsiteProduced by Your Podcast Sidekick

Gideon Spencer is a dynamic entrepreneur who transitioned from tech to commercial real estate, scaling rapidly from automating a 4-plex short-term rental into owning and investing in five boutique hotels within just nine months. Leveraging his signature blend of tech automation, relationship-building, and creative financing, Gideon has developed powerful strategies for breaking into real estate without prior experience or traditional capital. Before entering real estate, he launched a tech company that generated $250,000 in its first year using the same value-driven approach.   Here's some of the topics we covered:   From Tech Hustler to Real Estate Disruptor Turning Family Struggles Into Massive Real Estate Growth The Secret Weapon of Cross-Functional Teams That Scale Fast Why A/B Testing Isn't Just for Tech (and How It Explodes Business Results) The Fastest Way to Win? Deliver Value, Get Feedback, Repeat The “Mentor Loop” Hack That Skyrockets Growth Automate or Die: How Gideon Runs Real Estate Like a Tech Company What's Coming Next in Gideon's High-Speed Business Evolution   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email Partner@RodKhleif.com    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan explores an essential yet often misunderstood business growth strategy: networking. Joined by networking expert Melissa Snow, Drew unpacks what truly effective networking looks like in today's world and why building authentic connections can be the most powerful driver for agency success. Melissa, founder of Powerful Women Rising, shares her journey from accidentally becoming an entrepreneur to discovering that genuine relationships—not flashy sales tactics—were the secret to her business growth. She breaks down outdated views of networking as stiff, transactional events and reveals how meaningful conversations and a spirit of helping others can transform your network into a vibrant support system. The duo discuss the difference between "making friends" and intentional networking, how to avoid being that "salesy weirdo," and why referrals rooted in real trust always carry more weight. Listeners will walk away with practical strategies for approaching networking in a way that aligns with their personality, whether they're extroverts energized by a crowd or introverts who prefer small group conversations or virtual events. Melissa offers actionable ideas for nurturing connections, keeping track of valuable contacts, and balancing authenticity with intentionality. Plus, hear her tips on following up meaningfully—without overwhelming your busy schedule or feeling disingenuous.  Don't miss this empowering conversation if you're ready to rethink networking as a sustainable, enjoyable, and business-boosting tool. You'll feel inspired to step out of your comfort zone, forge new relationships that really matter, and start building the kind of agency—and professional life—where genuine connection leads the way.  A big thank you to our podcast's presenting sponsor, White Label IQ. They're an amazing resource for agencies who want to outsource their design, dev, or PPC work at wholesale prices. Check out their special offer (10 free hours!) for podcast listeners here. What You Will Learn in This Episode: Redefining networking as genuine relationship-building, not transactional selling   The power of connections and referrals in growing your agency Balancing authenticity with intentionality in professional networking How to network effectively as an introvert or with limited time Leveraging both in-person and virtual networking opportunities Practical tips for meaningful follow-up and staying memorable Making networking work for you, regardless of your personality or preferences

YouTube feels...intimidating, right?It's long-form. It's searchable. And it's one more platform to think about. But what if YouTube could actually simplify your content strategy—and do the heavy lifting for your product-based business?This week, I'm joined by YouTube educator and marketing strategist Stephanie Kase. We're pulling back the curtain on how to use YouTube (yes, even if you sell physical products) to grow your brand and attract customers without constantly churning out content.Stephanie shares how product-based founders can create personal brands that amplify their products, plus how to structure videos so they work hard for you—long after they're posted.And spoiler: this isn't about being a “YouTuber”. It's about building strategic, evergreen content that drives long-term growth. In this episode, we talk about:Why YouTube is an untapped goldmine for product-based businessesHow to humanize your brand and bring storytelling into your contentThe secret to making content once and repurposing it everywhereWhat YouTube's algorithm actually favors (hint: it's not perfection!)How to plan and structure videos so they're engaging and evergreenWhy creating a personal brand doesn't mean being “the face” of your bizABOUT STEPHANIE:Stephanie Kase is an online marketing coach and content creator. She teaches ambitious female entrepreneurs and brands how to gain visibility online with content marketing that actually converts, so they have the freedom to build their dream life. She has served over 5,000 online students through her online courses, programs, and digital products and reached millions with her content online. She is most known for YouTube growth and has grown her channel to nearly 100,000 subscribers. Resources & LinksFollow Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephanielynnkase/Stephanie's Website: https://stephaniekase.com/ Stephanie's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/stephaniekase Take the FREE YouTube Class! https://stephaniekase.com/youtubeclass Enjoy the chat!CONNECT FURTHER WITH KRISTIN!Want to leave a Question to air on the podcast (OR leave a little podcast love note)? CALL IN TO THE ‘BUYER HOTLINE' HEREListen to the private podcast series UNLOCKING FAIRE - Get instant access HEREReady to scale on Faire? Check out The Faire BootcampWebsite: kristinfishercoaching.comInstagram @kristinfishercoachingContact: hello@kristinfishercoaching.com

In this episode, Duane Mancini welcomes Bob Roda, President and CEO of HemoSonics, to discuss the essential components of building a successful and purpose-driven career in the medical device industry. The conversation explores Bob's formative experiences at Johnson & Johnson and Becton Dickson, the critical need for purpose as a guiding principle, and the continuous process of learning and absorbing information. They delve into practical strategies for building brand equity, the intricacies of the selling process, and the thinking behind acquisition strategy and innovation, including his commercial due diligence on CareFusion. The episode also introduces the value of context and being humbled, highlighting how vulnerability creates connection and why adapting your communication style like a "chameleon" is crucial for impactful leadership.Bob Roda LinkedInHemoSonics WebsiteDuane Mancini LinkedInProject Medtech WebsiteProject Medtech LinkedIn

We want to hear from you! Email us at BCGInHerEllement@bcg.com with a voice memo describing your In Your Ellement moment. We might feature your story in an upcoming episode!***What do you do when a dream opportunity arrives at an inopportune time?For Miki Tsusaka, it called for some tough conversations with the people she trusted most.This episode is part of our Builders mini series, where we talk with founders, product managers, and digital leaders about what drives their passion for building.Miki is now the president of Microsoft Japan, where she's leading AI adoption and digital transformation across industries. Before joining Microsoft, she spent over three decades at BCG, rising from associate to global CMO.In this episode, Miki shares how she's bringing lessons from her consulting career into leading a major tech organization, and how growing up with strong women role models shaped her approach to work and life. She also offers a grounded take on AI: why using it well requires a willingness to build new muscles over time.01:50 A Dream Job Offer04:15 Solving Language Barriers With AI05:56 Women in Tech Leading AI Adoption09:56 The 70-20-10 Rule11:50 A Family of Educators 15:09 Blind Spots and Finding Commonality17:10 Buying Cookies for The Bake Sale19:15 ReflectionsLinks:Miki Tsusaka on LinkedInSuchi Srinivasan on LinkedInKamila Rakhimova on LinkedInBCG Report: Women Leaders in Tech Are Paving the Way in GenAIAbout In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn't just arrived—you were truly in your element?About The Hosts:Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders.Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030.Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.

Key Takeaways: Strategic Compensation Planning: Paying salaries and offering bonuses to owner-employees can be an effective method for extracting funds from a C Corporation while avoiding the burden of double taxation. Tax-Efficient Benefits: Establishing benefits such as health insurance and 401(k) plans not only supports employees but also serves as a powerful tax-saving strategy for business owners. Real Estate Investment Cautions: While corporations can invest in real estate, direct ownership of residential property within a C Corp can lead to unfavorable tax treatment. Careful planning is essential to avoid pitfalls. Leveraging the QSBS Exemption: The Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) exemption allows for the exclusion or deferral of capital gains on the sale of qualified stock—an advantageous opportunity for startup founders and early investors. Importance of CPA-Led Exit Planning: Collaborating with a CPA is critical when preparing for a business exit. Proper tax planning can significantly enhance post-sale outcomes by optimizing entity structure, timing, and available deductions.   Chapters: Timestamp Summary 0:00 Strategies for Extracting Business Value Without Excessive Taxes 2:39 Tax Strategies for Extracting Money from a Business 6:08 Tax Strategies for Selling Assets and Bonus Depreciation 7:34 Qualified Small Business Stock Exemption Benefits and Eligibility   Powered by ReiffMartin CPA and Stone Hill Wealth Management   Social Media Handles    Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip)   Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/   Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen!   WBMS Premium Subscription   Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

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In this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan speaks with Owen Barrett, founder and CEO of Shine, a solar company built by apartment owners for apartment owners. With a background in finance and clean energy, Owen brings a pragmatic and results-driven mindset to a traditionally misunderstood corner of multifamily investing—onsite solar energy. Owen shares how his first exposure to real estate came after achieving financial independence through his solar ventures. Instead of starting small, he jumped into a 64-unit building, testing how large-scale solar could be layered into multifamily investment. That experience, although imperfect, helped shape Shine's business model: targeting properties with 100+ units where solar not only benefits the environment but also boosts returns. Jonathan and Owen examine the financial mechanics of solar energy in multifamily properties, from cost segregation and tax credits to NOI increases and tenant retention. Owen explains how Shine's proprietary software allows solar installations to serve individually metered units, a longstanding challenge in the space. He also breaks down how syndicators and institutional investors approach solar differently, and why understanding your audience is key when pitching value-add improvements. Owen emphasizes that solar is not about selling environmental benefits. It's about improving the bottom line. But the secondary benefits, such as tenant retention, lower utility inflation, and greater resilience during energy volatility, add long-term value. For syndicators and operators seeking to future-proof their assets, this conversation is packed with strategic thinking, cost-saving tactics, and clear-eyed lessons from someone who installs what he owns. In this episode, you will hear: How Owen Barrett transitioned from solar to multifamily real estate Using solar to increase NOI and attract investors Cost segregation, tax credits, and depreciation benefits Why roof condition is a make-or-break factor for installations The difference in decision-making between syndicators and institutions Leveraging solar to reduce tenant utility costs and turnover The reason early due diligence makes or breaks solar ROI Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Shine website - www.getshine.com Connect with Owen Barrett on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/owenmadsenbarrett Website - www.streamlined.properties YouTube - www.youtube.com/c/JonathanGreeneRE/videos Instagram - www.instagram.com/trustgreene Instagram - www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@trustgreene Zillow - www.zillow.com/profile/StreamlinedReal Bigger Pockets - www.biggerpockets.com/users/TrustGreene Facebook - www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties Email - info@streamlined.properties Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

Zack Kayser, Staff Software Engineer at cars.com, joins Elixir Wizards Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs to discuss how Cars.com adopted a server-driven UI (SDUI) architecture powered by Elixir and GraphQL to deliver consistent, updatable interfaces across web, iOS, and Android. We explore why SDUI matters for feature velocity, how a mature design system and schema planning make it feasible, and what it takes, culturally and technically, to move UI logic from client code into a unified backend. Key topics discussed in this episode: SDUI fundamentals and how it differs from traditional server-side rendering GraphQL as the single source of truth for UI components and layouts Defining abstract UI components on the server to eliminate duplicate logic Leveraging a robust design system as the foundation for SDUI success API-first development and cross-team coordination for schema changes Mock data strategies for early UI feedback without breaking clients Handling breaking changes and hot-fix deployments via server-side updates Enabling flexible layouts and A/B testing through server-controlled ordering Balancing server-driven vs. client-managed UI Iterative SDUI rollout versus “big-bang” migrations in large codebases Using type specs and Dialyxir for clear cross-team communication Integration testing at the GraphQL layer to catch UI regressions early Quality engineering's role in validating server-driven interfaces Production rollback strategies across web and native platforms Considerations for greenfield projects adopting SDUI from day one Zack and Ethan's upcoming Instrumenting Elixir Apps book Links mentioned: https://cars.com https://github.com/absinthe-graphql/absinthe Telemetry & Observability for Elixir Apps Ep: https://youtu.be/1V2xEPqqCso https://www.phoenixframework.org/blog/phoenix-liveview-1.0-released https://hexdocs.pm/phoenixliveview/assigns-eex.html https://graphql.org/ https://tailwindcss.com/ https://github.com/jeremyjh/dialyxir https://github.com/rrrene/credo GraphQL Schema https://graphql.org/learn/schema/ SwiftUI https://developer.apple.com/documentation/swiftui/  Kotlin https://kotlinlang.org/ https://medium.com/airbnb-engineering/a-deep-dive-into-airbnbs-server-driven-ui-system-842244c5f5 Zack's Twitter: https://x.com/kayserzl/ Zack's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-kayser-93b96b88  Special Guest: Zack Kayser.

#481 Think you can't turn a low-ticket offer into a six-figure business? Think again! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with email marketing expert Liz Wilcox, who runs a $500k-per-year business through her $9-per-month email marketing membership. Liz shares her journey from travel blogger to successful membership creator, explaining how she used her expertise to craft valuable templates that help businesses leverage email marketing. They discuss the simplicity of offering low-ticket memberships, the importance of community, and tips for anyone looking to start and grow a membership business. Tune in to learn about pricing with purpose and why building a sustainable business doesn't have to be complicated! (Original Air Date - 9/16/24) What we discuss with Liz: + Turning a $9 membership into $500k per year + Pricing with purpose for accessibility + Letting customers create the community + Simplifying email marketing with templates + Growing an email list with consistency + Reducing churn with value and community + Evolving from Google Drive to a full LMS + Pre-selling to validate demand Resources mentioned: ⁠WordPress⁠ ⁠LifterLMS⁠ Thank you, Liz! Sign up for Liz's email list and/or membership at ⁠LizWilcox.com⁠. Watch the ⁠video podcast⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. And follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investors often talk about the desire for companies to diversify. Well, you'd be hard pressed to find a firm who's done that better than the Superior Group of Companies (SGC), which operates in three distinct buckets: healthcare apparel, branded products and contact centres.  Our guest today is Michael Benstock, the Chairman and CEO of SGC. Michael takes us through the evolution of SGC since its founding more than a century ago, and its successful diversification efforts over the years. We also discuss SGC's adeptness at pivoting, as well as their commitment to service quality, advanced technology, and omnichannel commerce. Highlights:The SGC Story (1:51)Michael's journey (4:40)SGC's Global Footprint (6:03)Total Addressable Markets (8:25)Pivoting (11:32)Acquisitions (13:43)Leveraging tech (16:13)Divestment (19:29)Philosophy on Capital Allocation (20:34)Legacy (22:26) Links:Michael's LinkedInSGC LinkedInSGC WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR Website Feedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co.

There is no forever solution to nuclear waste, and humanity is doomed to always live with its drastic consequences. With underserved areas always getting the small end of the stick, Dr. Sarah Fox helps to elevate their voices by putting community storytelling in the spotlight. In this conversation with Corinna Bellizzi, she shares how she underscored the disproportionate impact of environmental contamination on marginalized regions by highlighting the stories and activism of ordinary people. Dr. Sarah also explains why the lives of everyday individuals must not be treated as less important than in-depth scientific researches, which both aim to build healthier and more sustainable communities.About Guest:Seattle-based author and historian Sarah Fox is drawn to the stories we tell about places, bodies, and the relationships between them. Fox is the author of Downwind: A People's History of the Nuclear West (University of Nebraska Press, 2014). She is currently completing the manuscript for her second book project, At Home in the Plume: Unruly Waste and Reckoning in the Pacific Northwest. Fox holds a PhD in History from University of British Columbia.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-alisabeth-fox-024a9391/Guest Website: https://www.downwindhistory.comGuest Social: https://www.facebook.com/downwindapeopleshistoryAdditional Resources Mentioned:Downwind: A People's History of the Nuclear WestMerchants of Doubt: How a Handful of Scientists Obscured the Truth on Issues from Tobacco Smoke to Climate Change by Naomi Oreskes and Erik M. ConwayShow Notes: Raw audio00:02:51 - Author And Historian Sarah Fox00:12:07 - Highlighting The Voices Of Ordinary People00:15:56 - Trust The Experts Vs Questioning The Science00:25:50 - How Underserved Communities Are Harmed By Fallout00:34:49 - Hesitancy Around Preserving Nuclear Documents00:42:23 - How To Tell Stories That Matter00:51:17 - Answering Lightning Round Questions00:57:14 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing WordsJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE:

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Justin Christianson is a self proclaimed numbers junky and a digital marketing veteran. Father, Husband, and number 1 Bestselling author of Conversion Fanatic: How to double your customers, sales and profits with AB testing. He is also the co-founder and President of Conversion Fanatics, a full service conversion rate optimization company, helping hundreds of companies like Burt's Bees, Snow, NBC Sports, Dr. Axe and many others improve their results. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Leveraging systems and processes make your life a whole lot easier. 2. Having a long-term mentality is always a winning mentality. 3. Things are harder when you are not working on yourself. Pay attention to what you need physically and mentally. Get your FREE PDF Copy of Justin's book - Conversion Fanatics Sponsor Franocity - Franocity has helped hundreds of people leave unfulfilling jobs and invest in recession-resilient businesses through franchising. Visit Franocity.com to book a free consultation and start your franchising journey with expert guidance.