Podcasts about levers

In this episode, Gareth Everard, founder of Rockwell Razors and co-creator and former CMO of Lomi ($100M+ in 2 years), explains why revenue growth can be misleading and what serious DTC operators track instead. We unpack Gareth's 4-lever framework for building a profitable eCommerce business, how to calculate allowable CAC before you truly know LTV, and why relying on future LTV assumptions can quietly break your financial model. We also get into his preference for funding via revenue over venture capital, why bundling often beats subscriptions, and the launch mechanics that helped Lomi generate $3M in its first 72 hours on Indiegogo.   Key Takeaways (00:00) Intro (01:27) Crowdfunding Vs. Venture Capital Funding (03:25) Why Revenue Growth Can Kill a DTC Brand (06:45) The Real Math Behind SaaS vs. DTC Valuations (14:18) The 4 Levers of eCommerce (22:54) Why He Won't Build Below 80% Gross Margin (26:23) Difficult Business Models (30:26) Is the Subscription Model the Right Move? (35:40) When Bundles Beat Subscriptions for LTV (39:50) How Lomi Did $3M in 72 Hours (43:48) Using Crowdfunding for Product Feedback (Carefully) (47:04) Contribution Margin Creates Optionality     Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7NPXMBRuTXE     Let's Connect: Website | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter | Facebook

Get your copy of Profit Is PersonalIn this episode of the Hairstylist Rising Podcast, Jodie sits down with salon business coach and author Nina Tulio to talk about what profit really means inside a salon business.If you've ever felt fully booked but still financially stretched… this conversation will hit home.Nina shares insights from her new book, Profit Is Personal, and explains why profit is not just about numbers on a spreadsheet — it's about leadership, culture, systems, pricing, and personal growth.Inside this episode, we cover:Why avoiding your numbers is costing you more than you thinkHow to read your profit and loss statement without fearThe 3 growth levers every salon owner should track weekly:Frequency of visitAverage ticketVolume (plus the bonus lever: retention)The difference between revenue and actual profitHealthy profit targets for:Commission salon ownersIndependent artists and suite rentersHow payroll, back bar, and rent impact your marginsWhy emotional discounting damages your valueHow to create pricing based on facts and data — not comparisonThe connection between culture, onboarding, and profitabilityWhy social media panic shouldn't dictate your business decisionsNina also breaks down what sustainable profit really looks like and why reinvesting into your team, systems, and long-term growth is part of building a strong business.If you are:A commission salon ownerAn independent stylist wanting stronger marginsConsidering opening a salonOr simply ready to stop winging your financesThis episode will give you clarity, direction, and a framework to start paying attention to what actually matters.Resources MentionedGet your copy of Profit Is Personal Visit Nina Tulio at ninatulio.com

Visit Renew.org to sign up for our email newsletter and be the first to know about new content, books and resources.  https://renew.org/ Join RENEW.org at an upcoming event: https://renew.org/resources/events/ Join RENEW.org's Newsletter: https://renew.org/resources/newsletter-sign-up/ Aligning Your Church for Disciple Making: Five Shifts, One Mission This session is on aligning churches around Jesus' method of intentional, relational disciple making. They share personal ministry journeys and describe the challenge of shifting established, often attractional church systems toward obedience-based disciple making rooted in the Great Commission (Matthew 28) and maturity in Christ (Colossians 1). Using an iPhone vs. Android operating system metaphor, they argue disciple making can't be added as a side program but must reshape the whole church. They present research findings that fewer than 5% of U.S. churches have a culture rooted in Jesus-style disciple making and outline four core practices seen in exemplary churches: convictional leadership, a contextual and reproducible model, high expectations, and cultural alignment. 00:00 Welcome & Why Disciple-Making Alignment Matters 04:03 Jeff Story: From Slogans to a Disciple-Making Culture 08:23 Paul: Leaving Membership Metrics for Making Disciples 13:24 Training Process Overview + The iPhone vs. Droid ‘Operating System' Metaphor 18:59 State of Disciple-Making in North America + Jesus' Intentional Relational Method 21:40 The Great Commission Explained: ‘Make Disciples' and Obedience-Based Faith 27:09 Beyond ‘Evangelism' vs ‘Discipleship': One Mission—Salvation to Maturity 32:38 Bobby's Journey: Coleman, Church Systems, Disciple Shift, and Renew's Theology 41:07 Research Findings: Why Most Churches Aren't Disciple-Making Churches 44:57 The 4 Core Practices: Convictional Leadership, Model, Expectations, Alignment 50:09 Why Revelation's First 3 Chapters Matter Most (Jesus & the Churches) 52:38 Legacy Church Challenge: Shifting to a Discipleship Culture Without Blowing It Up 54:05 Defining a Disciple: Follow Jesus, Be Changed, Join the Mission 56:01 Personal Discipleship Story: Learning to Make Disciples Who Make Disciples 57:24 Why People Struggle to Disciple: The Baseball Analogy 01:00:15 Early Momentum & Staff Culture Change: Baptisms, Next Steps, Monday Stories 01:02:01 The Discipleship Mandate ‘Cumulative': Jesus, Church, NT, Leaders, Gathering 01:11:43 Alignment Killers: Competing Agendas, Wrong Metrics, Instant-Result Expectations 01:13:36 10 Levers to Use (Not Demonize): Large Church, Sunday, Pulpit, Tradition, Doctrine 01:23:20 Five-Part Roadmap: Missional, Theological, Philosophical, Organizational, Relational 01:27:57 Break, Then Missional Alignment Deep Dive: Love God, Love People, Then Make Disciples 01:32:38 Avoiding Counterfeit Missions: Tradition, Buildings, and Other Substitutes 01:33:20 C.S. Lewis on the Church's One Job: Make Disciples 01:34:12 Mission-Driven vs Member-Driven (and Keeping Jesus' Mission Central) 01:35:04 Theological Alignment: Why Clarity Is Kindness 01:36:52 Beyond ‘Essentials/Non-Essentials': A Better Doctrine Framework 01:42:29 A Replicable System for Teaching Core Doctrine (Catechism DNA) 01:44:35 Micro Groups & ‘Trust and Follow Jesus': Simple, Proven, Reproducible 01:47:42 Philosophical Alignment: The Jesus Way—Intentional, Relational, Transformational 01:52:29 Organizational Alignment: Leading Change Without Blowing Up the Church 02:00:26 Relational Alignment: Love, Conflict, and the Messiness of Real Discipleship 02:11:31 Next Steps & Final Charge: Join the Alignment Training + Keep Making Disciples https://renew.org/ Check out the following from RENEW.org: Events: https://renew.org/resources/events/ Videos: https://renew.org/media/videos/ Podcasts: https://renew.org/media/podcasts/ Articles: https://renew.org/articles/ Free eBooks: https://renew.org/resources/free-ebooks/ Books: https://renew.org/resources/books/ Audiobooks: https://renew.org/resources/audiobooks/ Sermon Tools: https://renew.org/resources/sermon-tools/ Job Board: https://jobs.renew.org/ Renew University: https://renewuniversity.org/ Real Life Theology Conversations: https://renew.org/rltc/ Sign up for our newsletter: https://renew.org/resources/newsletter-sign-up/ Get our Premium podcast feed featuring all the breakout sessions from the RENEW gathering early.  https://reallifetheologypodcast.supercast.com/  Be sure to like, subscribe and follow on social media!  You can find us on: Instagram: @the.renew.network  Facebook: Renew.org  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RENEWnetwork Twitter: @therenewnetwork TikTok: the.renew.network  Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RENEW

Macca and Fiona are joined live on air by Tim Reardon, Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Assoc (HIA), Is the government pulling on the right levers to when it comes to building more homes? Tim Reardon is the Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Association (HIA), where he leads the association’s economic research and policy advocacy for Australia’s residential building industry. In his most recent reports, Reardon identifies land supply as the primary constraint on Australian home building, rather than construction costs or interest rates.  Housing Industry Association | HIA +1 Land vs. Construction Costs: Since 2000, residential land prices have surged by over 500%, while construction costs and skilled labour have risen by approximately 150%. Infrastructure Taxes: He argues that government policies requiring developers to pay infrastructure fees upfront are “artificial” demand drivers that embed high costs into land prices, ultimately borne by home buyers. Cost of New Homes: HIA estimates that approximately $570,000 in various taxes, fees, and charges are embedded in the cost of a typical new house-and-land package.  Housing Industry Association | HIA +4 Releasing HIA's new report, Taxation of Housing and its Impact on Supply, Tim Reardon, Chief Economist of Housing Industry Association, said governments cannot make homes cheaper by taking more from them. “You don't fix a housing shortage by taxing housing harder,” Mr Reardon said. “And you certainly don't make homes more affordable by destabilising the tax settings that support new home construction.” The report finds that housing is already one of the most heavily taxed sectors in the Australian economy, with taxes applied at every stage of the housing lifecycle. Many of these taxes fall most heavily on new housing, directly increasing costs and reducing the feasibility of new projects. “The political reflex has been the same for decades,” Mr Reardon said. “First it was to blame investors. Then foreigners. Then foreign investors. Meanwhile governments quietly add more taxes, more charges and more costs to housing, and wonder why supply keeps falling short.” HIA's analysis shows that investors play a critical role in housing supply, commencing more than 40 per cent of new homes built in Australia, and an even higher share of apartments and rental housing. “When you discourage investors, you don't free up housing, you stop it being built,” Mr Reardon said. “Investors don't neatly switch from established homes into new construction when taxes rise. They leave the housing market altogether.” https://hia.com.au/our-industry/newsroom/economic-research-and-forecasting/2026/01/stop-taxing-housing-harder-if-you-want-more-homes-built-hia-warns?srsltid=AfmBOooQfowpfnhUyCDTwqExK1c2CmARBq5m-gcKQHUKra2ACDjQvc1g The post Sat, 21st, Feb, 2026: Tim Reardon, Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Assoc (HIA), Is the government pulling on the right levers to when it comes to building more homes? appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

In this engaging interview, Elisabeth Hendrickson shares her journey through the tech industry, her insights on systems thinking, and the principles behind her upcoming book 'Signals and Levers.' Discover how her experiences shape modern approaches to quality, leadership, and software delivery.Elisabeth's book: https://signalsandlevers.com/Elisabeth's linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/testobsessed/The Curious Duck website: https://curiousduck.io/

Entrepreneurs are never in "total control" of their business. There are too many external factors that will dictate the tactics you employ. ​But there are 3 fundamental principles..."Levers" you can control that will increase your revenue. ​ ​This week, Sean and I are breaking down what these "levers" are, and how to pull them for rapid growth without an army of employees or a huge ad budget. ​ Key Insights Sean's philosophical football commentary Spiritual Foundations: What does "prosperity" mean to you? The 3 Levers that Control Your Revenue You're never in full control of your business (remember government shutdowns?) Lever 1: More new customers New customers are expensive to acquire Get better ad targeting Referrals Joint ventures Content Marketing Check out TicToc's new "Hyper-Local Focus" Make sure your tactics match your brand Lever 2: Higher Frequency of Purchase Make special offers to your existing customers Find a retainer deal if it's a fit Shameless plug for Revel 77 coffee Lever 3: Higher Prices Higher ticket per customer Offer add ons A tiny Tangent about Super Sizing Offer more stuff related to what you're known for Using AI to push all 3 levers AI Summit coming soon: Learn from successful, ethical business owners who are using AI to grow their business (FREE!) Embrace the new tools, or go live in a shed in the woods Links AI Summit - How are some of the top entrepreneurs using AI in there business? How are they thriving while others are getting steamrolled? We have an incredible lineup of speakers ready to answer those questions. Click Here For The Lineup And Your Free Ticket Got a comment? - Click Here to record and send it to us! How You Can Help Subscribe to the show in Apple Podcasts or on Spotify, and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will definitely mention you on this show. Questions or comments? Connect with Ray on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Visit Ray's community on Facebook – This is a friendly group of writers, entrepreneurs, and coaches who share ideas and helpful advice.

Ready to see how much cash is hiding in your business? Get your free Financial Health Check now: coltivar.com/check Financial Intelligence Toolkit Most business owners think they have a profit problem. What they really have is a cash flow problem. Steve breaks down the eight cash flow levers that actually control how much money stays in your business. He walks through the four levers tied to profit and the four tied to invested capital. He also explains the order to look at them and why so many profitable companies still run out of cash. If you are working hard, showing profit on paper, but still stressed about payroll or your line of credit, this will help you see where the squeeze is really coming from and what to fix first._______________________________________Disclaimer:The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information.Free Financial Health Check: coltivar.com/check LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

durée : 00:27:46 - Julien Behr, ténor - Après des débuts mozartiens, Julien Behr s'attaque aujourd'hui à des rôles plus dramatiques : de Don José dans Carmen à Alfredo dans la Traviata en passant par le Faust de Gounod. Comment le ténor endosse-t-il ces nouveaux habits lyriques ? Portrait d'un chanteur en pleine mue artistique. Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

If you feel like you're working harder than ever but not seeing the breakthrough growth you expected to, today's episode of The Kelly Roach Show will shift everything. Kelly breaks down why many entrepreneurs are unknowingly creating chaos in their own companies: killing momentum, confusing their teams, and prematurely ending initiatives before they ever have a chance to compound. You'll identify the three leadership levers that create leverage, momentum, and speed inside your business, regardless of the economy, the market, or external conditions. Kelly also covers: Why most entrepreneurs sabotage their own offers before they ever have a chance to succeed The fastest way to kill team momentum  Why repetition and cycling create inevitability in your results How to build confidence in your team so they actually perform at their highest leve  What it truly means to be a maximizer of human potential as a CEO If you're ready to stop working harder and start unlocking the growth that's already sitting inside your business, this episode is your blueprint. Timestamps:  01:14 – 03:37: Why impatience is costing you growth 03:38 – 05:05: The reason most offers "fail" before they ever get a real chance 05:06 – 06:15: Launch cycling and how repetition creates inevitability 06:16 – 07:58: How to drive speed inside your team 07:59 – 08:26: Unlocking growth through leadership 08:27 – 10:17: How to actively build confidence to drive results 10:18 – 11:17: The CEO mindset shift that unlocks exponential performance Resources:  Grab the updated and expanded audiobook version of Bigger Than You: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Building an Unstoppable Team: Learn the leadership frameworks Kelly used to build her first 8-figure company and still uses today to grow her portfolio of companies: https://www.audible.com/pd/Bigger-Than-You-Audiobook/B0DMR2FB2P?srsltid=AfmBOopaliMbijUvFYIAiETOY8mcJa5CGiU9cRib_xITBFVv5GjTM5ms  Subscribe to Kelly's Substack newsletter: https://kellyroachofficial.substack.com/subscribe  Grab the Miracle Hour Guide and learn how your team can leverage our simple sales system to drive predictable profits: https://accelerator.virtualbusinessschool.com/mhsocial  Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/  Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/ 

In this episode of Quah (Q & A), Sal, Adam & Justin answer four Pump Head questions drawn from last Sunday's Quah post on the @mindpumpmedia Instagram page. Mind Pump Fit Tip: How to Calculate Volume and Progressively Overload for MAX GAINS. (2:09) Fish roe vs fish oil. What's the difference? (23:21) Bringing out the science dork in Adam. (25:32) Getting your head in the right place before a MASSIVE change in your training. (31:14) The benefits of the 'water pump'. (38:07) Levers and pulleys. (41:31) Do asthma medications stunt growth in children? (45:56) An 'Our Place' unboxing. (49:21) #Quah question #1 – Are there any actual benefits to vibration plates, or is it another gimmick in the fitness industry? (53:53) #Quah question #2 – I'm new to lifting with a barbell, and I have a home gym. I frequently lift when I am home alone. My goal is to progress to heavy squats, but I'm afraid of hurting myself or getting stuck at the bottom. What is the best rep range for me? (57:09) #Quah question #3 – What grip/type of pressing movement would be easiest on the rotator cuffs? (1:01:32) #Quah question #4 – I have an L5 bulging disc that causes me pretty frequent pain, and I am trying to recover/heal it, but my chiropractor says it could take 3- 6months to fully heal. How am I supposed to train when I can't load heavy? Especially the lower body exercises like squats, deadlifts, etc. (1:04:25) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Paleovalley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Discount is now automatically applied at checkout 15% off your first order! ** Visit Our Place for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code MINDPUMP at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide. 100-day trial with free shipping and returns. ** February Promotion: Feb 1 - Feb 14th - The Couple's Bundle (Aesthetic, HIIT, Muscle Mommy, No BS 6-Pack Abs), $498 value, only $197!  Visit: https://www.mpvalentine.com  Mind Pump Store Building Muscle with Adam Schafer – Mind Pump TV Asthma drug may stunt growth permanently Visit Joymode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! ** Enter MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order. ** How to Choose the Correct Weight for a Lift - YouTube Suspension Training Series – 3 Favorite Shoulder Exercises The Face Pull Variation You NEED To Try (Healthy Shoulders!) Handcuff with Rotation (Mind Pump) - YouTube The Wall Test | Mind Pump TV Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mike Salemi (@mike.salemi) Instagram Justin Brink DC (@dr.justinbrink) Instagram  

Executive Interview with Jeff Crane, CEO of LGG Industrial Organic growth is not a mystery lever for industrial distributors—it's a discipline: know your best customers, arm your sellers with data and support, and turn every contract, plant and acquisition into a bigger share of wallet. In this episode of the Alexander Group's value creation series, Partner Andrew Horvath sits down with Jeff Crane, CEO of LGG Industrial, to unpack how a technically complex, service-intensive distributor is systematizing organic growth across its footprint. They explore how LGG is protecting core accounts, expanding share of wallet and driving new logo wins using the same field organization—augmented by smarter tools, better data and a more growth-oriented culture.

Pastor Dan and Adrienne continue their discussion of Frank Viola's Insurgence nook and introduce the idea of “kingdom levers.” Using everyday analogies—light switches, train track switches, wheelbarrows, and anchors—they explain how small, faithful actions and changes in perspective gradually move us from a flesh-centered worldview into the kingdom of Christ. Practical takeaways include changing the narrative, growing in love instead of pride, and choosing faithfulness over dramatic moments as the steady way the kingdom advances.

Send a textIf you talk to most physicians about their practices, you'll hear a familiar refrain. “We're busy.” “Our schedules are full.” “We're seeing more patients than ever.” And yet, in the very next breath, many of those same practices will say something else that feels contradictory. “Margins feel tight.” “Cash flow is unpredictable.” “It doesn't feel like the numbers reflect how hard we're working.”That disconnect is where today's conversation begins.Because truly profitable practices don't usually feel chaotic or confusing. And struggling practices aren't usually struggling because of a lack of demand. More often than not, profitability—or the lack of it—is being driven by a handful of operational signals that are hiding in plain sight.Today we're talking about the hidden levers of profitability. Specifically, five operational signals that most practices miss, why they're so easy to overlook, and why they matter far more than simply seeing more patients.Please Follow or Subscribe to get new episodes delivered to you as soon as they drop! Visit Jill's company, Health e Practices' website: https://healtheps.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter, Health e Connections: https://share.hsforms.com/1FMup6xLPSpeA8hB77caYQwd32sx?hsCtaAttrib=171926995377 Want more formal learning? Check out Jill's newly released course: Physician's Edge: Mastering Business & Finance in Your Medical Practice. 32.5 hours of online, on-demand CME-accredited training tailored just for busy physicians. Promo pricing available now: https://education.healtheps.com/offers/Ry3zfLYp/checkout?coupon_code=PHYSEDGE3000 Purchase your copy of Jill's book here: Physician Heal Thy Financial Self Join our Medical Money Matters Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3834886643404507/ Original Musical Score by: Craig Addy at https://www.underthepiano.ca/ Visit Craig's website to book your Once in a Lifetime music experience Podcast coaching and development by: Jennifer Furlong, CEO, Communication Twenty-Four Seven https://www.communicationtwentyfourseven.com/

Why do so many businesses grow… but still struggle with profit, cash flow, and chaos?In this episode of Journey to Legacy, I sit down with Jeremy Reeves, founder of Scale Advisors and the strategist behind $200M+ in revenue generated across e-commerce, coaching, and service businesses.Jeremy has scaled multiple companies to 8 figures — including his own supplement brand to $1M per month in under 90 days — and in this conversation, he breaks down why scaling isn't about hustle… it's about math.We dive deep into the real drivers of sustainable growth, including Jeremy's powerful 5 Levers of Scale — the core economic forces that determine whether a business grows smoothly or breaks under pressure.We talk about:- The 5 Levers of Scale every founder must understand- Why the right product only works with the right person at the right time- How message-to-market match quietly decides who wins- Why revenue can look great while cash flow collapses- The importance of mentorship and outside perspective- Why asking “why” is one of the most valuable skills in business- How to reframe challenges into lessons that accelerate growth- What leaving a real legacy actually means — in business and in lifeIf you're a growth-oriented, purpose-driven entrepreneur who wants to scale profitably, intentionally, and without burning out, this episode is for you.

Alan Rozenshtein, research director at Lawfare, and Renee DiResta, associate research professor at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy and contributing editor at Lawfare, spoke with David Rand, professor of information science, marketing, and psychology at Cornell University.The conversation covered how inattention to accuracy drives misinformation sharing and the effectiveness of accuracy nudges; how AI chatbots can durably reduce conspiracy beliefs through evidence-based dialogue; research showing that conversational AI can shift voters' candidate preferences, with effect sizes several times larger than traditional political ads; the finding that AI persuasion works through presenting factual claims, but that the claims need not be true to be effective; partisan asymmetries in misinformation sharing; the threat of AI-powered bot swarms on social media; the political stakes of training data and system prompts; and the policy case for transparency requirements. Additional reading:"Durably Reducing Conspiracy Beliefs Through Dialogues with AI" - Science (2024)"Persuading Voters Using Human-Artificial Intelligence Dialogues" - Nature (2025)"The Levers of Political Persuasion with Conversational Artificial Intelligence" Science (2025)"How Malicious AI Swarms Can Threaten Democracy" - Science (2026) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Todd Caponi breaks down the four levers that drive every negotiation.Learn how transparency and leverage create better deals for everyone

Negotiation and sales are often treated as tactical skills. Something leaders do at the end of the process, armed with tricks, pressure, and leverage. In this conversation, Todd Caponi makes the case that this mindset is outdated—and increasingly damaging for leaders operating in a world of transparency, information abundance, and long-term accountability.Todd draws on his experience as a former Chief Revenue Officer, his deep study of the history of sales and negotiation, and his latest book, Four Levers Negotiating: The Simple, Counterintuitive Way to Higher Deal Values and Lasting Trust, to challenge conventional wisdom about how deals actually get done. His core argument is simple but provocative: people don't make decisions because they're convinced. They decide when they can predict outcomes. And most leadership behaviors unintentionally undermine that predictability.The conversation explores why traditional negotiation tactics—holding cards close, creating artificial urgency, treating the deal as the finish line—erode trust precisely when it matters most. Todd explains how many of these practices emerged from a very different economic era and why they fail in today's interconnected, reputation-driven environment.At the center of the discussion is Todd's Four Levers framework, which reframes negotiation as a leadership system rather than a personality trait. Instead of games and pressure, the framework focuses on transparency, trade-offs, and shared understanding—creating better decisions for both sides and reducing internal friction across leadership teams.This episode is not about becoming a better negotiator in the traditional sense. It's about how leaders create trust, predictability, and long-term value—whether they are working with customers, boards, partners, or their own leadership teams.Actionable TakeawaysYou'll learn why leaders don't win decisions by persuading harder—but by helping others predict outcomes more clearly.Hear how treating the deal as an “early milestone,” rather than the finish line, changes how leaders approach trust and accountability.Discover why many pricing and negotiation conflicts inside organizations have less to do with money and more to do with unclear decision logic.Learn how Todd's Four Levers framework creates flexibility without sacrificing consistency or trust.Hear why fake urgency and short-term pressure often backfire, even when they appear to work in the moment.Explore how transparency speeds up the right decisions while quickly ending the wrong ones.Understand why predictability is an undervalued leadership asset—and how it affects forecasting, resourcing, and alignment.Learn how sharing constraints, rather than hiding them, can turn resistance into partnership.Connect with Todd CaponiTodd Caponi WebsiteTodd Caponi LinkedInFour Levers Negotiating: The Simple, Counterintuitive Way to Higher Deal Values and Lasting Trust Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website

Paul, Charlie and Mo Egger combine to hit a wide range of Bengals topics. -Intro-Salary cap goes up-Bengals cash vs cap spend-Levers they need to pull more-Too many tabs and loose files-Senior and Pro Bowl thoughts-Mo Egger joins-The Bengals thought he will have watching the Super Bowl-Two signings Cincinnati should emulate-HOF feelings expressed-Paul and Charlie spin the wheel of back-of-the-roster players and offer takes-Bonus important draft topic for the real onesWatch and subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGrowlerPodcastThe Growler on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-growler/id1733476604The Growler on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70iJjqgPQrVzQ2pdOwVvDYLinks to socials, Growl Pal shirts, YouTube, podcast platforms and more: www.thegrowlerpodcast.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is your “slow January” quietly setting you up for a weak February—and an even worse quarter?Many sales leaders accept January as a write-off, but the real danger is what happens next. When teams stay unfocused, distracted, or lethargic after the holidays, one slow month can quickly snowball into pressure, panic, and missed growth targets. This episode breaks down how to reset momentum, refocus your team, and turn a sluggish start into a strong sales comeback—before January's hangover becomes a recurring problem.By listening to this episode, you'll learn how to:Reignite motivation and focus inside your sales team after the January slumpUse simple but powerful challenges to immediately lift activity and resultsStrengthen core sales behaviours that create consistent, repeatable growthPress play now to discover the three practical levers you can pull immediately to turn January's slowdown into a thriving February—and put your sales growth back on track.

What would happen if you woke up tomorrow and were suddenly taxed an extra 33% on every dollar of profit your business produced? In this episode, I break down why that scenario isn't far off from what many founders are already doing, simply by failing to optimize their pricing, overhead, and after-tax income. Listen in as I walk through the three profit levers that matter most, why they drive more impact than almost anything else you can do, and how they can meaningfully increase your net income without hiring more people or scaling harder. You'll hear real examples from the eCommerceFuel community, data from the Trends Report, and practical steps you can take right now to strengthen your margins, streamline your operations, and dramatically improve your after-tax results. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4a2X2Uo Interested in our Private Community for 7-Figure Store Owners?  Learn more here.   Want to hear about new episodes and eCommerce news round-ups?  Subscribe via email.

Stop leaving money on the table. In this episode, sales historian and author Todd Caponi reveals why traditional negotiation tactics are destroying trust, eroding margins, and creating unsustainable business models. Todd shares the revolutionary Four Levers framework that helped him close a $7.5M deal when the customer demanded 35% off - and they ended up with only 15% discount while paying upfront for three years. What You'll Learn:

Retiring earlier isn't about winning the lotto — it's about understanding the financial levers that actually move the needle. In this episode, we explore five practical strategies Australians can use to bring retirement forward, including maximising super contributions, improving spending efficiency, reviewing asset allocation, tapping into home equity, and easing the transition with part-time work. Retirement is ultimately about choice, and having the option to step away earlier — even if you don't take it — is a powerful form of financial autonomy.   Subscribe to our weekly GainingCHOICE email General advice disclaimer

Todd Caponi is a sales historian, author, and transparency advocate. With decades of experience in leadership and sales strategy, Todd is best known for transforming how people think about negotiation. His latest book, "The Four Levers of Negotiation," introduces a refreshingly honest, trust-building framework that empowers sellers and buyers alike to make better, faster decisions together. "Every for profit company in the world - they run their business based on four things, and that's, where four levers negotiating comes from." - Todd Caponi Todd Caponi joins the show to share how sales teams can stop lying, start building trust, and negotiate smarter using four clear business levers. He explains how transparency, mutual value, and long-term thinking outperform short-term tactics. From pricing to procurement, Todd reframes negotiation as a collaborative, data-backed, and trust-driven process.

Join the FREE RevUP Masterclass: https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/masterclassIn this episode of the Customer Success Pro podcast, Anika Zubair discusses the critical revenue levers that customer success professionals must master to drive growth and protect their book of business. She emphasizes the importance of moving from a reactive role to a proactive one, focusing on adoption momentum, executive alignment, and expansion strategies. Anika provides actionable insights and a challenge for listeners to apply these concepts in their work, ultimately aiming to enhance their effectiveness and success in customer success roles.Chapters:00:00 Unlocking Customer Success: The Revenue Levers04:48 The Reactive Trap: Moving Beyond Task Doing09:43 Mastering the Revenue Levers for Growth14:25 From Task Doer to Revenue Driver: A Personal Journey17:36 Your Weekly Challenge: Focus on Revenue LeversConnect with Anika Zubair:Website: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/⁠LinkedIn:  ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/anikazubair/⁠RevUP Academy: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/revup⁠Grab our FREE resources here: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/resources⁠Want to be our next podcast guest? Apply here: ⁠https://www.thecustomersuccesspro.com/podcast-guest⁠Book Anika as a speaker at your next team event: ⁠https://www.thecustomersuccesspro.com/team-event

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Questions? Thoughts? Send a Text to The Optometry Money Podcast! We'll answer your question on the show.Even though we're already into 2026, tax planning for 2025 isn't over. While most tax planning happens before December 31st, there are still several impactful levers you can pull before filing your return.In this episode, Evon breaks down four specific tax planning opportunities still available to optometrists in early 2026, including strategies for individual ODs, practice owners, and real estate investors. Whether you're looking to maximize retirement contributions, reduce your 2025 tax burden, or accelerate depreciation on investment properties, this episode gives you a clear roadmap for what's still possible.Key TakeawaysIRA and HSA contributions can be made until April 15th and still count toward your 2025 tax yearThe "backdoor Roth IRA" remains available regardless of income, but requires careful execution to avoid the pro-rata rulePractice owners can make profit-sharing contributions up until their business tax filing deadline (including extensions)Cost segregation studies can accelerate depreciation for real estate investors, and why January 19, 2025 is a key dateNot every strategy makes sense for every situation - tax bracket, liquidity needs, and long-term plans all matter when deciding which levers to pullEpisode Chapters00:00 - Welcome and Listener Question01:00 - Tax Planning Lever #1: IRA and HSA Contributions by April 15th03:00 - Watch Out for Tax Filing Quirks and the Pro-Rata Rule with "Backdoor" Roth IRA Contributions07:00 - Tax Planning Lever #2: 529 Contributions If Your State Provides a Tax Benefit08:00 - Tax Planning Lever #3: 401(k) Profit Sharing Contributions10:00 - Do Profit Sharing Contributions Make Sense for Your Optometry Practice?13:00 - Don't Forget About Cash Balance Plans for Mature Optometry Practices13:00 - Tax Planning Lever #4: Cost Segregation Studies for Investment Real Estate16:00 - Final Thoughts for Optometrists Before Tax Season

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In the latest episode of Pathmonk Presents, we join with Tom Levers, founder of Digital Levers. Tom's company is known for its specialization in fractional SaaS marketing, channel business development, and equity advisory services. Throughout the episode, Tom shares his wealth of expertise in addressing the fundamental challenges encountered by SaaS companies. He delves into diverse topics ranging from orchestrating global roadshows and addressing specialized ERP solutions to harnessing the potential of quantum computing tools. Tune in to gain insights on creating captivating content, establishing thriving partner channels, and harnessing the inherent brilliance of your software to propel business expansion.

How To Build Trust FAST With Content This one hit different… Fonzi came in hot with a question that had my brain on fire: How fast can we build trust with content? At first, I thought I had the answer. But wait ‘til you hear where this convo went… We broke down something we see ALL the time: people chasing views... but losing trust. We asked stuff like: What's content really supposed to do? Why are some videos getting tons of views but zero results for their businesses? And can a stranger trust you just from ONE piece of content? You might think it's all about going viral... But there's something way more powerful happening under the surface. We're sharing behind-the-scenes stuff we've never talked about before, like how we helped a creator with 20 million downloads and some things we implemented with their team to move the needle forward… fast! Don't miss this. It might change how you create content forever. P.S. Want help with your content strategy for 2026? Go to www.bizbros.co/monetize and let's plan it together. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: Fonzie Takes Over the Episode 00:43 - Raw and Fresh Thoughts Incoming 02:00 - What Is the Role of Content? 03:15 - The 6 Levers of Content Creation 04:30 - Views vs. Trust: What's the Goal? 05:24 - Your Content Should Answer Questions 06:08 - The Frictionless Sale 07:04 - When Viral Content Backfires 08:01 - Why Going Viral Isn't Always Good 09:04 - Building Trust with High-Level Clients 10:09 - How Buyers Use Your Content to Decide 11:13 - What Does “Trust” Really Mean? 11:46 - Your Funnel Is a Trust Journey 13:15 - How Fast Can You Build Trust? 13:38 - Certainty + Clarity = Trust 14:40 - Speaking to Problems, Pains, and Desires 15:26 - The Creator Who Built Trust Instantly 16:25 - What Built Instant Trust? 17:28 - Frequency + the Right Message 18:29 - Shifting Beliefs Through Messaging 19:19 - Paid Media vs. Organic Distribution 20:14 - Controlling the Journey With Paid Ads 21:31 - What Organic Creators Do Well 22:33 - Start Conversations to Build Trust 23:30 - How to Control the Trust Funnel Organically 24:02 - Quality Messaging > Fancy Production 25:02 - Why You Don't Need a Big Audience 26:11 - Events Are Still a Superpower 27:02 - What Happens Inside the One-on-One Challenge 28:00 - Stop Chasing Templates—Learn the Principles 29:13 - Who the Challenge Is Best For 30:26 - Final Thoughts + Join Us at PodFest

Most brands treat Q1 like a slow season, but it's actually one of the best windows to test new channels while CPMs are down and competition is quieter. In this solo episode, Nik breaks down the smartest growth levers to focus on right now, starting with internal creators: the content “assembly line” that makes every channel faster, cheaper, and more effective. He explains why this role is a force multiplier for paid and organic, how it tightens your creative feedback loop, and why more brands should stop outsourcing everything to agencies. Nik also dives into how to approach YouTube sponsorships and evergreen creator partnerships, why creator integrations can compound over time, and how to think about TikTok Shop, affiliates, and LIVE.  And, what's the most underrated tactic for building “secondary presence?” You may already be doing it. If you're trying to scale beyond Meta and Google (and want to build a stronger middle-of-funnel that drives conversion long after the ad spend) this episode is for you. Roku pioneered streaming on TV. We connect users to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers with unique capabilities to engage consumers. Learn more at advertising.roku.com/limitedsupply. Want more DTC advice? Check out the Limited Supply YouTube page for more insider tips.   Check out the Nik's DTC newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mOUJMJ   And if you're looking for an instant stream of on-demand DTC gold, check out the Limited Supply Slack Channel for Nik's most unfiltered, uncensored thoughts.   Follow Nik: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mrsharma

Manufacturing leaders are under pressure to grow enterprise value, not just hit this year's number. This five-part podcast series shows how to pull the four commercial levers that actually move your multiple: profitable growth, organic growth, innovation and M&A.​ In this introductory episode, Alexander Group's Kyle Uebelhor and Andrew Horvath explain: Why value creation must focus on controllable EBITDA performance, not one-time financial engineering or "synergy-only" plays.​ How RevOps, pricing, talent and omnichannel routes to market enable profitable and organic growth in industrial and manufacturing businesses.​ How innovation and M&A—grounded in customer-centric design, commercial diligence and disciplined integration—unlock premium valuations.​ Watch the episode to benchmark your growth story and discover where to focus next.

In this episode of the Daily Mastermind, host George Wright III is joined by Michael Barbarita, founder of Next Step CFO. They discuss the importance of combining financial strategies with business strategies to drive success. Michael shares insights from his 40 years of experience, including his failures and successes. Key topics include the conversion formula for sales, the critical five numbers for financial clarity, and the seven essential steps to drive 80% of business revenue. Michael emphasizes the importance of adaptability and innovation in today's fast-changing market.01:25 Michael's Journey: Successes and Failures03:21 The Birth of Next Step CFO04:48 Core Business Strategies and Conversion Formula14:25 The Critical Five Numbers for Business Decisions16:53 Adaptability and Innovation in Business25:25 Seven Steps to Drive RevenueYou have GREATNESS inside you. I BELIEVE in You. Let's Make Today the Day You Unleash Your Potential!George Wright IIICEO, The Daily Mastermind | Evolution X_________________________________________________________P.S. Whenever you're ready, here are ways I can help you…Get to know me:1. Subscribe to The Daily Mastermind Podcast- daily inspiration, motivation, education2. Follow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | Youtube3. Grow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.About Michael Barbarita:Michael Barbarita has owned and operated retail, manufacturing, and service companies for over 30 years. One of the retail companies he operated, called “Ski Town USA,” grew from $2.5 million to $8.0 million in less than 5 years. One of the products he manufactured was “Cookies To Scoop Frozen Cookie Dough,” which was featured on the QVC Home Shopping Network and was selected as one of the top 20 products in the State of Massachusetts in 1997. He has sat on the Board of Directors of 5 different companies and was a Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for a large specialty retailer, as well as for all of his previously owned companies. Michael has been involved in the structuring of leveraged buyouts, has experience in owning both commercial and residential investment real estate, exporting and doing business on a global scale, and is an award-winning public speaker and Published Co-author with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts.Connect with Michael Barbarita: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextstepcfo/Website: https://www.nextstepcfo.net/Show: Powerful Business Strategies: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | https://www.powerfulbusinessstrategie...YouTube: / michaelbarbarita

This episode breaks down the three core levers that drive inevitable business growth, these are your mindset, your systems, and your skill sets, revealing how each one affects your ability to attract clients, increase revenue, and scale sustainably. Through practical examples and honest insights, the speaker shows how limiting beliefs, broken processes, and underdeveloped skills often become hidden bottlenecks, and how upgrading these areas can unlock your next level in business and life.   "You don't get what you want. You get who you are. The only way we could become a better version of ourselves, especially in terms of business, is by learning and developing and building better skills."   Gain insights: Mindset is the #1 bottleneck: Your beliefs shape your thoughts, actions, and results—identifying and shifting limiting beliefs is essential for growth.  Everyone online is "selling" something: Always consider the underlying motive behind advice so you can focus on universal principles, not biased strategies.  Systems determine your ceiling: You rise and fall to the level of your systems—especially in lead generation, nurturing, sales, delivery, and retention.  Habits reinforce or sabotage success: Upgrading your habits and removing unhelpful ones directly impacts consistency and output.  Skill development multiplies results: Improving skills like copywriting, communication, storytelling, sales, coaching, and leadership significantly boosts performance.  Self-improvement must be ongoing: Even if you're "good enough," you stagnate without consistently upgrading your skills, systems, and beliefs.   Connect with Jason Meland: Email: jason@goliveonlinemastermind.com Website: https://www.growmyvisibility.com/ Instagram: @coachjasonmeland Facebook: Jason Meland - In Demand Coach LinkedIn: Jason Meland  

[Original air date: June 5, 2025]How can finance leaders identify where their capital is silently going to waste and where it can be better used to drive growth? In this episode, CJ interviews Russell Lester, the CFO of Tropic, where capital allocation is both the product and the mission. Russell introduces the concept of “spoilage”, deployed capital that fails to deliver its intended value. He also talks about “levers”, positive actions that force multiply your efforts, and “leakages”, headwinds or detractors that sap momentum. Russell believes it is the job of the CFO (or “Chief Alignment Officer”) to proactively go looking for these levers and leakages. He then explains how he uses his “center of the table” framework to redeploy the freed-up capital to fuel growth. Russell also covers how to address misalignment, what helicopter skills are and why you need them, what a data safari is and why you should take one daily, and why every CFO needs a spend management tool.—SPONSORS:Tipalti automates the entire payables process—from onboarding suppliers to executing global payouts—helping finance teams save time, eliminate costly errors, and scale confidently across 200+ countries and 120 currencies. More than 5,000 businesses already trust Tipalti to manage payments with built-in security and tax compliance. Visit https://www.tipalti.com/runthenumbers to learn more.Aleph automates 90% of manual, error-prone busywork, so you can focus on the strategic work you were hired to do. Minimize busywork and maximize impact with the power of a web app, the flexibility of spreadsheets, and the magic of AI. Get a personalised demo at https://www.getaleph.com/runFidelity Private Shares is the all-in-one equity management platform that keeps your cap table clean, your data room organized, and your equity story clear—so you never risk losing a fundraising round over messy records. Schedule a demo at https://www.fidelityprivateshares.com and mention Mostly Metrics to get 20% off.Sage Intacct is a cloud financial management platform that replaces spreadsheets, automates workflows, and keeps your books audit-ready as you scale. It unifies accounting, ERP, and real-time reporting for finance, retail, logistics, tech, and professional services. With payback in under six months and up to 250% ROI, and eight years as the customer-satisfaction leader, Sage Intacct helps you take control of your growth: https://bit.ly/3Kn4YHtMercury is business banking built for builders, giving founders and finance pros a financial stack that actually works together. From sending wires to tracking balances and approving payments, Mercury makes it simple to scale without friction. Join the 200,000+ entrepreneurs who trust Mercury and apply online in minutes at https://www.mercury.comRightRev automates the revenue recognition process from end to end, gives you real-time insights, and ensures ASC 606 / IFRS 15 compliance—all while closing books faster. For RevRec that auditors actually trust, visit https://www.rightrev.com and schedule a demo.—LINKS:Russell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-lester-aa98463/Tropic: https://www.tropicapp.io/CJ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-gustafson-13140948/Mostly metrics: https://www.mostlymetrics.com—RELATED EPISODES:Wasted Capital and Where to Find It The CFOs Guide to Spoilage Levers Leakageshttps://youtu.be/xOby7CcdljI—TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00 Mostly Classics: Russell Lester on Capital and Alignment00:00:48 Sponsors — Tipalti | Aleph | Fidelity Private Shares00:04:07 Russell Lester Joins the Show00:06:45 Capital Spoilage and Wasted Spend00:08:34 Why Spoilage Goes Unnoticed Inside Companies00:10:16 Creating Accountability for ROI00:11:08 Spoilage Beyond Tools and Software00:13:04 Strategy Drift and the Sunk Cost Trap00:14:14 Sponsors — Sage Intacct | Mercury | RightRev00:17:44 Levers and Leakages: A Framework for Momentum00:19:27 Identifying Levers Across the Funnel00:21:48 Efficiency Levers Inside the P&L00:23:31 Common Spend Leakages in Practice00:24:21 The Center of the Table Framework00:26:47 Budget Ownership vs Corporate Stewardship00:28:49 The CFO as Chief Alignment Officer00:31:31 Trust, Tact, and Executive Leadership00:33:35 Helicopter Skills for Finance Leaders00:35:41 Curiosity as a CFO Superpower00:36:02 Data Safaris and Asking Better Questions00:38:16 Breaking Down Net Dollar Retention00:40:32 Navigating Data Overload00:42:16 Building a Single Source of Truth00:43:03 Intelligent Spend Management in Action00:44:44 Capital Allocation as the CFO's Core Job00:46:04 How Spend Management Drives Growth00:49:14 Why Companies Delay Spend Tools00:50:49 A Career Mistake with Investors00:52:49 Auto-Renewals: Revenue vs Leakage00:54:07 Advice to a Younger CFO#RunTheNumbersPodcast #CFOLeadership #CapitalAllocation #FinancialStrategy #SpendManagement This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cjgustafson.substack.com

This edWeb podcast is presented by ERDI.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Across the country, leaders are searching for practical ways to move beyond isolated initiatives and build systems that actually change teaching and learning. In the third edWeb podcast of Trailblazing Leadership Week, Nancy Brightwell (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools) and Mark Estrada (Lockhart Independent School District) share how they rethought leadership, professional learning, and support structures to drive real gains for students.Nancy unpacks how Charlotte-Mecklenburg aligned high-quality teachers, high-quality curricula, and accountable practice through a clear theory of change. Listeners see how Charlotte-Mecklenburg defined roles for specialists and master teachers, created Crown Academy to better prepare new teachers, and built monitoring systems that connect central office, principals, and classrooms in a continuous learning cycle.Mark shares how Lockhart ISD's “A Way, Not The Way” approach and 4Bs/6 Levers framework led to a districtwide shared leadership model. He highlights the Lever Leader role, talent identification and development systems, and the 70–20–10 approach to coaching and on-the-job learning that is building a sustainable leadership bench.You leave with concrete ideas for redefining leadership roles, designing job-embedded support, and building people-centered systems that improve outcomes for students without burning out your best educators. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.This edWeb podcast is part of Trailblazing Leadership Week.ERDIBringing together education leaders and solution providers committed to improving education for all.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

I've complained about franchisors — even great ones. But it wasn't until I experienced fear-based leadership firsthand that I truly understood what good partnerships actually look like.   In this solo episode of Franchise Secrets, I break down the partnership levers behind my best franchise deals — the exact ways partnerships have allowed me to scale across franchising, investing, advisory roles, and brand building without working nonstop or needing to own everything myself.   From early family partnerships to building Front Street, I walk through the real-world lessons that shaped how I evaluate partners today — including the difference between control and leverage, why fear kills franchise systems, and how the right partners help you build a much bigger pie.   If you're a franchisor, franchisee, or investor trying to grow smarter (not just harder), this episode will give you a framework you can actually use.   Timestamps:   00:00 – Complaining About Franchisors (Even the Great Ones) 02:25 – Why Leverage Is the Foundation of Great Partnerships 02:47 – Partnering With Family: Lessons From My Parents 04:47 – Why I Don't Need to Own 100% of the Business 06:53 – Lever #1: Distribution You Can't Buy Overnight 10:21 – Lever #2: Credibility and Becoming "The Franchise Guy" 14:03 – Lever #3: Speed, Alignment, and Moving Without Delay 18:04 – Lever #4: Insight and Specialized Expertise 22:03 – Lever #5: Capital and the Solo Salon Studios Story 30:32 – The Ultimate Test: When 1 + 1 Must Equal 11   Connect with Erik Van Horn:

Most companies try to reduce sales costs with cuts, pressure, or more activity. But real efficiency comes from identifying and removing friction. In this episode, Brandon breaks down the four levers that instantly lower cost per sale: increasing conversion through clarity, accelerating sales cycles by eliminating uncertainty, protecting seller time through role alignment, and raising ACV with outcome-based selling.You'll learn how to run a 60-second audit that reveals hidden inefficiencies, how speed acts as a cost reducer, and why the real enemy of revenue isn't price... it's friction. Brandon also shows how tools like Seamless AI reduce operational drag by giving reps back the hours they lose to manual research and admin.If you want a sales engine that moves faster, costs less, and closes bigger deals... this is the episode to bookmark.

Alec Lewis, who writes about the Vikings for The Athletic, hosts The Alec Lewis Show. This episode features conversation about J.J. McCarthy, the Vikings' offensive plan vs. the Commanders, passing concepts, the passing game, the improved running game, three players worth shouting out, the 2026 NFL Draft, cap space levers this offseason and more. This show is presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:   https://myfrbank.com/    And here is a link to all of their locations!   https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/    Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com (http://unrl.com/)) — NFL collection: https://www.unrl.com/pages/unrl-x-nfl    Sponsorship inquiries: aleclewis54@gmail.com 

On this week's episode of AvTalk, Ian is joined by aviation journalist Jeremy Dwyer-Lindgren to discuss a trio of recently released preliminary accident reports. UPS flight 2976 — MD-11F crash on take off in Louisville Emergency Airworthiness Directive regarding MD-11s Emergency Airworthiness Directive regarding DC-10s United Airlines flight 1093 — impact with object at 36,000 […] The post AvTalk Episode 347: Fatigue cracks, thrust levers, and sand ballast appeared first on Flightradar24 Blog.

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In this episode, Jim Kwik explores the three levers of change and how to shift your mindset, motivation, and methods for success. Jim shares his journey overcoming a childhood brain injury and how he discovered practical methods to drive change. He also introduces his “brain animal” framework for understanding how we learn and discusses the importance of self-awareness, living by core values, and making intentional choices. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own growth, embrace self-compassion, and take practical steps toward a more limitless life. Exciting News!!!Coming in March 2026, my new book, ⁠⁠⁠How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life is now available for pre-orders!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠We need your help!⁠⁠ We all know ads are part of the podcast world, and we want to improve this experience for you. Please take 2 minutes and ⁠⁠complete this survey⁠⁠. It's a quick and easy way to support this podcast. Thank You! Key Takeaways: Personal growth and self-improvement Overcoming adversity and challenges The importance of mindset and motivation The concept of "feeding the good wolf" within oneself The role of choices in shaping one's life and identity Strategies for navigating grief and personal loss The significance of core values in decision-making and behavior Understanding different cognitive brain types and their impact on learning and communication The power of self-awareness and introspection Practical methods for enhancing brain function and overall well-being For full show notes,⁠⁠⁠ click here⁠⁠!⁠ Connect with the show: ⁠⁠⁠Follow us on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheOneYouFeedPod⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! This episode is sponsored by: ⁠⁠⁠Uncommon Goods ⁠⁠⁠has something for everyone – you'll find thousands of new gift ideas that you won't find anywhere else, and you'll be supporting artists and small, independent businesses. To get 15% off your next gift, go to ⁠⁠⁠UNCOMMONGOODS.com/FEED⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠: Post your job for free at linkedin.com/oneyoufeed. Terms and conditions apply. ⁠⁠⁠Persona Nutrition ⁠⁠⁠delivers science-backed, personalized vitamin packs that make daily wellness simple and convenient. In just minutes, you get a plan tailored to your health goals. No clutter, no guesswork. Just grab-and-go packs designed by experts. Go to ⁠⁠⁠PersonaNutrition.com/FEED⁠⁠⁠ today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order. ⁠⁠⁠Grow Therapy ⁠⁠⁠– Whatever challenges you're facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Sessions average about $21 with insurance, and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan. (Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plans. Visit ⁠⁠⁠growtherapy.com/feed ⁠⁠⁠today! ⁠⁠⁠AGZ⁠⁠⁠ – Start taking your sleep seriously with AGZ. Head to ⁠⁠⁠drinkag1.com/feed⁠⁠⁠ to get a FREE Welcome Kit with the flavor of your choice that includes a 30 day supply of AGZ and a FREE frother. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Game w/ Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast you'll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned and will learn on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth.Wanna scale your business? Click here.Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

Welcome to The Game w/ Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast you'll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned and will learn on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth.Wanna scale your business? Click here.Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

What if luxury wasn't about price—but about personalization, anticipation, and creating unforgettable emotional connections? In this episode, high-energy speaker and client experience strategist Neen James reveals her "Experience Elevation Model" and the 5 luxury levers that anyone—from consultants to creatives—can use to charge premium prices, deliver white-glove service, and turn clients into raving advocates. Rory Vaden and Neen dive deep into: Why it's easier right now to sell high-ticket offers than low-ticket ones How to create shareworthy moments customers can't stop talking about The simple mindset shift that moves your brand from transactional to transformational The surprising power of analog in a digital world The science behind how luxury is defined—and how to deliver it without being elite If you want your brand to stand out in a crowded marketplace, this is your blueprint for building irresistible client experiences that scale trust, loyalty, and revenue.

What do you do when you're doing "everything right" but still feel like you're not getting traction? In today's episode, we're unpacking a powerful shift that can help you get out of your own way—whether you're trying to eat better, move more, stay consistent, or simply feel more in control. You'll learn a mental framework that can instantly create clarity, momentum, and sustainable progress (hint: it's not about trying harder). ✨ This conversation will challenge the way you think about change—especially if you're someone who tends to go all in and burn out fast. If you've ever felt like you're starting strong and fizzling out… this is your episode. But here's the deal: change is a lot easier when you're not doing it alone. If you want to go deeper with this and have coaching, accountability, and real-time strategy support: