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Today we are talking about AI, Agents, and A System to manage them with guest Luke McCormick. We'll also cover AI Auto-reference as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/558 Topics Introducing Agent Management Origin Story Claude Credits Scrum Meets AI Retention Handoff Protocol Filesystem Why Handoffs Work So Well Examples and Human Loop Agent Roles and Model Costs Choosing Models by Task Not Drupal Specific Works With Any Model Scrum Sprints For Agents Human Cognitive Overload Tuning Autonomy Levels Setup And Handoff File Updating Customized AMS Persistent Memory Artifacts Demand Better Summaries Solo Power With Agents Roadmap And AMS Trio Resources Stanford Web Camp - Agile for Agents – Managing Robots The Way We Manage Humans. AMS Robert Douglas spec kitty xdebug tui ams-trio Guests Luke McCormick - cellear Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi MOTW Correspondent Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu Brief description: Have you ever wanted to use AI to suggest related content on your Drupal site? There's a module for that. Module name/project name: AI Auto-reference Brief history How old: created in June 2023 by Scott Euser (scott_euser) or Soapbox Versions available: 1.0.0-rc4 Maintainership Actively maintained Security coverage - opted in, needs stable release Test coverage Number of open issues: 4 open issues, 1 of which is a bug Usage stats: 19 sites Module features and usage AI Auto-reference works with any reference fields, so it could find suitable taxonomy terms, nodes, etc It does that by rendering a specified view mode, so it should with any kind of complex layout approach you may have implemented on your site It will also automatically shorten your content to fit within your AI model's token window, which you can also configure The module extends Drupal's main AI module, which means you can select which model to use, and probably means you can also use guardrails, and all the other powerful features that come with that ecosystem Ai Auto-reference comes with default prompts, but you can also edit those if you really want to make sure you're squeezing out every drop of relevance You can also choose for which fields in each content type you want to generate suggestions, as well as whether you want the suggestions should be automatically applied, or whether you want them manually reviewed As mentioned on the project page, you can already have AI suggest things like tags using the AI module without this project, but this may be a better choice if you want to make sure the recommendations stick to an existing set
Don Shilton, retired Hospital CEO and Carlos Scholz, Catalysis CEO, are here to share about the Leadership Role in a Daily Management System. The Daily Management System for continuous improvement is foundational to maintaining sustainability and an organization's alignment.
Andrew shares how a simple magnetic tag meant to prevent a security mistake failed, not because the idea was bad, but because the process wasn't complete. From there, Andrew and Jay explore Kanban systems, physical signals, mistake-proofing, and why the best systems don't rely on memory.Along the way, Andrew and Jay trade stories about forgotten garage doors, rusting cast iron, Toyota-inspired fixtures, tool wear, AI, and the difference between hard work and the right work. They reflect on the value of training shoulder-to-shoulder with employees, and why the most effective improvements are often the simplest ones: a tag on a keyring, a fixture that prevents mistakes, or a process that makes the wrong action impossible.Here is the BMW video Jay referenced.And here's the podcast Andrew referenced, Stories are Soul Food.
As AI adoption grows, the ability to audit AI systems will become one of the most valuable skills in governance and compliance. Moving beyond static software, artificial intelligence introduces non-deterministic outputs, model drift, and complex algorithmic risks. In this practical masterclass episode, InfosecTrain provides a thorough breakdown of how to evaluate an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) under the definitive international standard, ISO/IEC 42001.The "course titled" ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Auditor (LA) Certification Training serves as the ultimate roadmap for risk professionals transitioning into the algorithmic era. We walk through the complete audit lifestyle - from defining boundaries and data lineage during audit scoping to evaluating unique risks like data bias, system transparency, and ethical safety. Learn how to validate machine learning controls, collect defensible model logs as evidence, and structure nonconformity reports that drive continuous optimization.
Anyone that has undergone the ambitious task of Implementing an ISO Standard will know how much work goes into creating and maintaining a single ISO certification. Now imagine juggling seven ISO certifications! There's a key difference between those that simply collect badges and those that see the value each ISO certification can bring, as every Standard has their own requirements and guidance to tackle specific areas of quality, risk and sustainability. When implemented well, they create a solid well-rounded framework that can drive unparalleled continual improvement. In this episode Ian is joined by Damian Edwards, Head of Standards at Wavenet, to dive into how they manage the mammoth task of maintaining seven ISO Standards, the challenges with managing multiple ISO certifications and what benefits they've brought to the business since implementation. You'll learn · Who is Damian Edwards? · Who are Wavenet? · How did Damian manage integrating management systems during Wavenet's acquisition of Daisy Corporate Services? · What is Damian's role at Wavenet? · How do Wavenet manage their ISO certifications? · How has ISO Support helped you over the past year? · What has Damian learned while managing ISO Standards? · What are the benefits of ISO certification? · Damain's top tip for anyone considering ISO Implementation Resources · Wavenet · Wavenet Certifications · Blackmores – ISO Support Service · Isologyhub In this episode, we talk about: [00:30] Episode Summary – We welcome Damian Edwards back onto the podcast to discuss how he maintains Wavenet's seven ISO certifications, and the explore the benefits gained from an integrated ISO Management System. [03:05] Who is Damian Edwards? Damian is the Head of Standards at Wavenet, and has featured on the ISO Show before! One lesser known fact about Damian, is that he a 'Dance dad', supporting his daughter through all of her lessons and competitions. He's very proud of her latest achievement of qualifying for the World Championship for Irish dancing in her age group. [05:05] Who are Wavenet? Wavenet is an IT provider, providing IT network communications, security and resilience services. They are UK based with 1,600 employees based in their Solihull head office. Wavenet were formed in 2000, but have grown through acquisition, one of which was Damians previous company, Daisy Corporate Services. When Daisy was acquired, both businesses were of a similar size, so the process looked more like a merger in practice. A large part of that was uniting the ISO Standards managed by both businesses, so Damian had his hands full with ISO integration, amending audit schedules and managing extension to scope audits. [06:30] How did Damian manage integrating management systems during Wavenet's acquisition of Daisy Corporate Services? One of the biggest challenges was the extension to scope that needed to happen due to the increase in sites. Thankfully, as Wavenet were used to acquisitions, they had dedicated acquisition project managers that assist with managing the integration. At the start, there are some teething problems as both businesses will still be using their respective processes for a while. However, once system that helped was a system called 'ServiceNow', which is where issue tickets could be logged, monitored and actioned in one centralised system. [08:15] What is Damian's role at Wavenet? Damian is the Head of Standards, which includes both ISO Standards and ESG related regulatory compliance. ISO certifications are more often than not a prerequisite or a condition of a bid over a contract, without them, Wavenet wouldn't win any business. They also create a foundation of trust for Wavenet's clients in the realms of Information Security, quality and environmental management. Wavenet are currently certified to the following Standards: · ISO 9001 Quality Management · ISO 20000-1 Service Management · ISO 27001 Information Security Management · ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management · ISO 45001 Health & Safety Management · ISO 14001 Environmental Management · ISO 50001 Energy Management In addition to maintaining all of these certifications, Damian also strives to utilise them to drive continual improvement within the business. [10:30] How do Wavenet manage their ISO certifications? Damian is directly responsible for five of those ISO Standards, however there are some where he doesn't have the expertise to fully manage the requirements. ISO 27001 and ISO 45001 for example require skilled people at the helm, so Wavenet have dedicated managers to handle those areas. One of Damians key responsibilities is juggling all of the audits to make sure each element is covered, and he's put a lot of work into integrating those audits where possible to get the most out of their time and resources. Though, it's important to note that you can't integrate everything, as each standard will have some unique requirements. Areas that you can integrate however include elements such as: · Context · Audit Programme · Corrective Actions When you do have a lot of Standards, some elements can get watered down if you try to integrate everything. Policy for example, if you have five Standards and decide to integrate all related policies into a single document, it will become long and unruly, which will lead to people unwilling to read it. So, you have to take care to ensure focus on certain elements to make those more accessible for the staff that need it. Another aspect that needed additional consideration was Wavenet's risk profile, with their amount of sites and services, it's very varied. Too much for a single person to be aware of all the risks, which is where Damian's subject area experts can provide additional insight to fill the gaps. Damian is also keen to combine external audits where possible to both reduce cost and possible duplication of effort, as many Standard do share common subject areas, this can be done across multiple Standards. Certification Bodies are usually quite happy to work with you on this! Damians key take away is, that there isn't one solution that fits every business when managing this many Standards. It was a very trial and error process, especially with the ever changing landscape of a business, but Standards are also designed with flexibility in mind, so with the right people in place it's certainly manageable. [16:05] How has Blackmores' ISO Support helped? Blackmores has assisted Wavenet with their ISO 45001, ISO 50001 and ISO 41001 (Facilities Management) implementation. ISO 41001 was later dropped as it was no longer applicable for the business. Standards can be quite hard to apply to your own business when looking at them at face value, the requirements sound generic because they're designed to apply to every type of business. This is where Blackmores experience as a consultancy can help with interpretation and practicalities of how a Standard will apply to your way of working. Blackmores will also assist with internal audits, which help identify non-conformities that may have been missed if it were not for a fresh pair of eyes. As Damian states: "I would rather have them identified before an external audit" as this gives you a chance to resolve issues or put an action plan in place before it gets to that stage. Damain also reminds everyone to not be afraid of your auditor, internal or external. They are not maliciously looking for problems, they simply help to highlight issues which can be resolved sp you can improve as a business. No Management System is perfect, the important thing is that you can recognise when something needs addressing, and how you go about doing so. [19:30] What has Damian learned while managing ISO Standards? Damian has learned to not think of ISO as a tick box exercise, it's a tool to help businesses improve. He has also learned that you don't need to reinvent the wheel when Implementing a Management System. You likely already have much of what's required in place, but not monitored or organised regularly. For example, aspects such as 'Management Review' may already be happening in existing meetings with top management, you simply need to ensure these are minuted, cover what needs to be discussed in regards to the Management System, and make note of any gaps that need to be addressed. Businesses like Wavenet that have been in operation for 26 years know what they're doing, and are likely already following best practice. You don't need to restructure your business to meet an ISO Standard, but rather integrate the Standard requirements with how you already operate. If done correctly, it should become a simple part of your day-today tasks. Damian jokingly states: "What's my role? I sometimes say it's to do as little as possible", as the more a business is aligned with a Standard, the less you will have to do to upkeep that. [22:55] What benefits have Wavenet experienced as a result of their ISO certifications? As mentioned earlier, a lot of won business is due to ISO certification. Certain certifications are simply a tender or client requirement. Standards such as ISO 50001 tackle their energy consumption. It's focus on reducing that will inevitably lead to reduced business costs. Since implementing the Standard, Wavenet now have monthly meetings to monitor energy use, which gives them a good basis to make informed decisions on where energy use is concerned. Damian has found that over time, good practice has been so embedded that people are using it in their everyday behaviors without even realising it. He's heard people in their resolutions team use terminology like 'root cause' without knowing where it came from. He's seen team making use of skill matrix's when evaluating the competence of certain teams such as engineering for client visits. So, people within the business are using ISO terminology and techniques to ensure best practice without being explicitly asked to. It simply works as a method to drive the business effectively when implemented correctly. [26:15] Damian's top tip for aspiring ISO implementors: Apart from approaching a consultancy like Blackmores to help if it's your first time going through the process, it's got to be leadership commitment. Top management need to be actively promoting ISO within the business, and they should be involved with the process. You need everyone's buy-in to make a system work, and that is made much easier if it's driven from the top down. Another tip is that a Management System should be a team effort. It shouldn't just be the responsibility of one person, you need input from everyone in the business to ensure you've covered all angles and risks that could affect your business. Lastly, look at what you already have in place and try and integrate the Standard into that. Don't make more work for yourself if you don't have to, you likely already have the bones in place. [28:20] Damian's book recommendation: The Thursday Murder Book Club – by Richard Osmond [29:10] Damian's favourite quote? "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't beat work hard." And: "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take" To learn more about Wavenet, check out their website and keep up-to-date with their latest news via their LinkedIn page. If you'd like any assistance with your ISO Implementation or need any additional ISO Support, contact us, we'd be happy to help. We'd love to hear your views and comments about the ISO Show, here's how: ● Share the ISO Show on Twitter or Linkedin ● Leave an honest review on iTunes or Soundcloud. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one. Subscribe to keep up-to-date with our latest episodes: Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube |iTunes | Soundcloud | Mailing List
In this edition of T2RL Talks, host Ian Tunnacliffe sits down with expert T2RL consultants Jerry Foran and Rasih Ustun to discuss the rapidly evolving world of airline revenue management (RM).The conversation centers on the findings of T2RL's latest annual survey of the market for RM solutions, exploring whether traditional revenue management still has a role to play as the industry moves toward modern retailing and OOSD (Offer, Order, Settlement, and Delivery). The panel examines the "inevitable" shift where offers are created in response to every individual query and how the science of RM must adapt to become more customer-centric.Key highlights of the discussion include:The Integration of RM and Pricing: Why the historical separation of these two functions is being consigned to history in favour of joined-up commercial processes.Ancillary Revenue Management: The challenges of applying RM principles to services like seats and bags, including the complexities of data collection and optimization.The Role of AI and Machine Learning: How sophisticated RM providers are using AI tools to extract actionable insights from increasingly large and unstructured datasets.Market Dynamics: A look at why some major airlines continue to build in-house solutions to keep their science proprietary while others move toward specialist vendors."Bring Your Own Science": A look into the future of unified offer optimization platforms and the assembly of different components to manage right-to-fly, ancillaries, and bundling.Whether you are interested in the rise of dynamic pricing or the future of network optimization, this episode provides essential insights into the technology and strategies shaping the airline industry today. To learn more, subscribers can download the full report at t2rl.net or join the conversation in person at the T2RL Engage conference in London this September.
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AI governance doesn't happen by accident - it requires a structured strategy, clear accountability, and effective execution. As the world's first international standard for AI Management Systems (AIMS), ISO/IEC 42001 is becoming the global gold standard for responsible innovation. In this expert masterclass, InfosecTrain provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the implementation journey, taking you from initial strategy to full-scale operational execution.The "course titled" ISO 42001 Lead Implementer Training is specifically designed to help organizations bridge the gap between AI experimentation and enterprise-grade governance. We break down the lifecycle of building an AIMS, from performing a critical gap analysis to integrating AI-specific controls into your existing business and compliance frameworks. Learn how to manage the unique risks associated with machine learning while maintaining the agility required for 2026's fast-moving technological landscape.
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What you'll learn in this episode: ● The key difference between leading and managing ● How your words can carry more weight than you realize ● Why great leaders attract people seeking guidance ● How to empower your team through influence, not authority ● The mindset shift that transforms management into leadership
Privacy compliance is not just documentation - it's evidence, controls, and audit readiness. As global data protection laws tighten across the 2026 corporate landscape, the newly updated ISO/IEC 27701:2025 standard serves as the ultimate benchmark for creating a resilient Privacy Information Management System (PIMS). In this comprehensive masterclass episode, InfosecTrain explores how abstract privacy controls translate directly into concrete audit findings and actionable governance.The "course titled" ISO 27701 Lead Auditor Training provides the perfect blueprint for professionals aiming to blend traditional information security with dedicated data privacy engineering. We dissect the structural relationship between ISO 27701:2025 and ISO 27001:2022, breaking down the full audit lifecycle from initial planning to reporting. Learn how to independently evaluate data controller and processor requirements, conduct thorough root-cause analyses on nonconformities, and implement corrective actions that withstand regulatory inspection.
Episode 3 of Rethinking EHS, Season 3 focuses on the transformation of risk management in a rapidly changing global environment. The discussion highlights how modern risks now spread faster than ever through interconnected supply chains, social media, workforce pressures, and geopolitical instability. The episode also explores how organisations are using leading indicators, management systems, and predictive approaches to identify operational risks earlier, while integrating EHS considerations into due diligence, procurement, sustainability, and organisational change processes. Ultimately, the episode underscores that resilience depends on organisations proactively understanding risk, improving communication, and embedding risk management into every level of business decision-making. Rethinking EHS is brought to you by the Inogen Alliance. Inogen Alliance is a global network of 70+ companies providing environment, health, safety, and sustainability services, working together to provide one point of contact to guide multinational organizations to meet their global commitments locally. Visit inogenalliance.com to learn more. *** Guest quotes: Alizabeth Smith: “The risk they hadn't controlled, the risk they hadn't looked at, was cultural.” Alizabeth Smith: “If you don't deal with communication and consistency, people start believing the program will change in six months anyway.” *** Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction to cultural risk management 00:00:33 – Case study: when strong systems still failed 00:01:25 – Identifying cultural breakdowns and lack of trust 00:02:46 – Communication silos in large organisations 00:03:55 – Building a global risk register and consistent controls 00:05:00 – Why onboarding and training often fall short 00:06:09 – Wearables, micro-training, and new approaches to engagement 00:07:27 – Executive incentives and unintended reporting behaviours 00:09:39 – Leading indicators versus lagging indicators 00:11:44 – Case study: transforming culture in a global manufacturing company 00:15:04 – Developing future EHS leadership internally 00:15:51 – Closing reflections Sponsor Copy Rethinking EHS is brought to you by the Inogen Alliance. Inogen Alliance is a global network of 70+ companies providing environment, health, safety, and sustainability services, working together to provide one point of contact to guide multinational organizations to meet their global commitments locally. Visit inogenalliance.com to learn more. Produced by Madcontent.co.nz *** Links https://Inogenalliance.com/resources https://Inogenalliance.com/podcast Keith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-knoke-27587a7 Alizabeth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alizabeth-aramowicz-smith-61618615/ Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-trim-51637831/
หลายองค์กรที่ผมได้คุยด้วย มักจะเริ่มต้นบทสนทนาด้วยประโยคแบบนี้ "อยากได้ระบบ PMS มาช่วยแก้ปัญหาการประเมินผลงานค่ะ" ผมได้ยินแล้วก็ยิ้ม ไม่ใช่ยิ้มเยาะ แต่ยิ้มเพราะเข้าใจดีว่าทำไมถึงคิดแบบนั้น เพราะปัญหาการประเมินผลงานในองค์กรส่วนใหญ่นั้น มันมีแต่ปัญหา หัวหน้าก็ไม่อยากประเมิน ลูกน้องก็ไม่อยากถูกประเมิน HR ก็ปวดหัวทุกสิ้นปีกับปัญหาที่วนซ้ำแบบเดิมทุกปี เลยไม่แปลกที่พอได้ยินว่ามีสิ่งที่เรียกว่า "PMS" ก็จะรู้สึกว่า นี่แหละ! ทางออก! แต่ถ้าคิดแค่นั้น โดยไม่เปลี่ยนกรอบความคิดใหม่... เดี๋ยวปัญหาก็วนกลับมาจุดเดิม
The growth of shared services for grants across government has climbed steadily over the last five years. Through the Grants Quality Service Management Office, 29 agencies are using standardized technology services to help award more than $1.2 trillion a year. With more on how the Grants QSMO plans to further drive standardization into grants management, Federal News Network's executive editor Jason Miller joins me now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How often have you heard someone say they aspire to be an ISO consultant? Likely not at all! That's not surprising as it's quite a niche world to find yourself in, yet despite that, there are still thousands of ISO professionals worldwide. We're continuing with our mini-series where we introduce members of our team, to explore how they fell into the world of ISO and discuss the common challenges they face while helping clients achieve ISO certification. In this episode we introduce Steve Mason, a Principle isologist® at Blackmores, to share the journey of how he went from intern, to ISO Assessor, to ISO consultant and the challenges he's faced while working with clients. You'll learn · What is Steve's role at Blackmores? · What does Steve enjoy outside of consultancy? · What path did Steve take to become an ISO Consultant? · What is the biggest challenge he's faced when implementing ISO Standards? · What is Steve's biggest achievement? Resources · Isologyhub · ISO 14001:2026 What's Changed And How to Comply Webinar Registration In this episode, we talk about: [00:30] Episode Summary – We introduce Steve Mason, a Principle Isologist® here at Blackmores, to discuss his journey towards becoming an ISO consultant who specialises in ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 27018, ISO 27017 and ISO 20000-1. [02:40] What is Steve's role at Blackmores? Her role primarily involves supporting clients in two key areas: maintaining and continually improving their existing ISO management systems and helping them establish and implement new standards. As part of that support, he: · Makes Standards understandable and accessible to clients · Conduct internal audits · Reviews and updates management system documentation · Facilitate management reviews · Train internal teams and prepare them for certification audits. Steve is the Standard champion for ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 27017, ISO 27018 and ISO 20000-1 at Blackmores, but he also deals with ISO 9001, ISO 41001, ISO 22301 and ISO 42001 related projects and support. Steve's other main role at Blackmore's is as a Mental Health First Aider, which is shared with Minoo Agarwal. Together, they provide resources and offer support to the team. [06:00] The importance of Mental Health management in the workplace: Steve had faced bullying in previous roles, so preventing others from experiencing the same had become a big motivator for him taking on the role of Mental First Aider for Blackmores. He emphasizes it's importance, and highlights 2 key Standards that you can use to help support mental first aid within your business. This includes ISO 45003 Mental Health in the Workplace and BS 30480 Suicide and the Workplace. [09:10] What does Steve enjoy doing outside of consultancy?: Steve has a wide variety of interests and hobbies, including: Lay Minister: Steve is a Lay Minister in the United Reform Church and mainly based at the URC Chapel in Walkern, but can be found leading worship and preaching at Ashwell, Baldock, Stevenage and Knebworth chapels. Poetry: Steve enjoys writing poetry about anything and everything, racking up an impressive 190 poems so far. Some of his main inspirations include Wordsworth and Keats. If you ever see a poem on the Blackmores LinkedIn page, odds are, it was written by Steve! Classical Music: He's a fan of classical music, anything by Beethoven, Mahler or Shostakovich specifically. He likes these composers in particular due to their stretching of the rules of music for the time. Exploring hidden London: Steve often goes on hidden London tours which explore disused underground stations which may have been shut down as long as 100 years ago! Buses and Trains: Steve was lucky enough to drive a bus in his past, of which he has the licence plate of sitting in his office. He collects bus and train models and will go out to snap a photo or two of their real world counterparts when he comes across them. History: Steve is a huge mystery buff, with a particular fondness for Richard III and the War of the Roses and the Anglo Saxon period of history. Family Tree: Steve has been tracing his family tree back as far as he can on his mother's side, which extends as far back as 1547! Interestingly enough he found out that relatives from way back then got married in the church that he currently lives nearby and got qualified as a Lay Minister for the Church of England in Stevenage! Cats: He's owned his fair share of feline friends through the years, with one particular tabby holding the name 'Spartacus'. [22:35] What was Steve's path towards becoming an ISO Consultant?: Steve was once told in the 1980s 'There is no future in Standards; find another career, perhaps in Sales or Purchasing'. How wrong that turned out to be! He's always worked with standards, from the first day he started work doing inspection in Goods Inwards, he was referring to them. The direction towards Management systems came in 1983 when he started implementing BS 5750. From that day onward he had been involved in Management Systems. Steve completed a management apprenticeship at Racal-Guardall where he was able to do 3 months' work experience in all departments, which helped him appreciate how companies function and how important it is to maintain good communication channels. He was at the end of this apprenticeship that the opportunity arose in the QA department to work on BS 5750. His career path has included other organisations such as Tektronix, BOC Ohmeda, Cirkit, Deta, TDK and BSI, all of which earned Steve a lot of experience in Manufacturing and Service and Distribution, mainly in Quality and Customer Service roles. Steve has always felt a bit like a closet consultant, even when he worked as an assessor at BSI. He feels as if Blackmores has enabled him to fully flourish and develop his portfolio of standards – not bad for a career where there was apparently no future in standards! [28:45] Born to be a consultant – Steve mentions that consultancy is a skill that many are born to be. You can train and learn the skills of course, but for some it comes very naturally and it can be hard to replicate that skillset in others. [30:15] What is Steve's favourite aspect of being a Consultant? Steve loves talking with clients and working with them to explore solutions that can address the requirements of the standards. His motto is 'Mould the Standard to the organisation and not the organisation to the standard' This means, always producing a management system that benefits the organisation first and then adjusting it to meet the requirements of the standard. Organisations that mould the business to the standard usually end up with a management system that is a 'bolt-on' and an uncomfortable, sometimes irrelevant, fit. Everyone in the organisation needs to feel that the management system is a natural fit to what they do. He also enjoys supporting his colleagues at Blackmores. We're a business built on knowledge sharing, and there's no point gatekeeping anything we've learned as a team. So consultants often get together to discuss lessons learned and ensure best practice is a shared experience. Ironically enough, one of Steve's least favourite aspects of being a consultant is auditing! Mostly since he's been doing it for some 40 years now, so he can be forgiven for finding the exercise a bit tedious at times. However, he never let's that affect the end result of an audit. [37:00] What Standards does Steve specilaise in and why? Steve initially started with ISO 9001 but was steered towards ISO 27001 and ISO 20000-1 during his time as BSI. This was based upon his career path up to the point he joined BSI as they align assessors to familiar business and technical environments. In Blackmores, he has been able to develop these areas of Quality, Service and Risk by adding standards related to Business Continuity, PII and Cloud Security, Facilities Management and AI Management. Steve's favourite standard is ISO 20000-1 which started off as an IT Service Management System but can also be used effectively for all services. He always refers to ISO 20000-1 as 'ISO 9001 on Steroids' because it is much more specific and focuses on the subject of service management. Sadly, ISO20000-1 is under rated, under sold and in some cases, never heard of – this is usually because contracts require IS O9001 but the people writing those contracts don't actually know or understand what they are asking for. In simple terms it is a Service Quality Management System and Steve has come across organisations which have shoe-horned ISO 9001 into the business instead of using the natural fitting standard ISO 20000-1. Steve would advise any company that is providing a service with helpdesk support to look at ISO 20000-1, especially if they find that ISO 9001 isn't working well for them. [43:00] What is the biggest challenge Steve had faced during a project and how did he overcome it?: Creating a management system in 10 days for a client which was due to lose a major contract because they had let their certification to ISO 9001 lapse between the 2008 and 2015 versions. Quite the undertaking in such a short amount of time! Steve refuses to claim full responsibility for the success however, as the client was totally invested in getting the system up and running and put in a lot of effort to work with Steve to get it done in time. If it had been any other standard, it would have been impossible, but because it was ISO 9001 and wthey were drawing on what had been in place previously it was possible. Generally, problems arise when there is limited or no Leadership support and commitment, because without this management systems can't be set up in a way that benefits the organisation. All management systems must align with the Business Strategy and should be used to ensure that the strategy is achieved. If you'd like to learn more about the importance of Leadership and aligning your management system with strategic direction, check out a few of our previous episodes. [50:10] What is Steve's proudest achievement? Steve isn't really one to collect achievements, so he cites winning 1st Prize at 6 years old in a fancy-dress competition, dressed as a Snowman was a proud achievement for 6 year old him. He is also proud of becoming a Lay Reader initially in the Church of England at 37 and latterly in the URC. Another highlight is appearing on The Chase back in 2017, successfully passing the auditions which saw 40,000 applicants. If you want to go see him go up against the Chasers, he was in Series 10 episode 119. He can't point to any one ISO related project as he sees them all as an equal success. He puts all his effort into every project, and his success track shows this to be evident. [54:35] ISO 14001 Transition Webinar: If you currently hold a 2015 certificate for ISO 14001, then the countdown has already started to transition to the latest 2026 version. We'll be covering the changes and what you need to do to comply and complete your transition in a webinar on the 29th May. 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In this episode of Daily Influence, Brian S. Smith explores the leadership principle of Clarity Before Speed and why sustainable organizational performance begins with understanding, alignment, and intentional communication — not urgency, panic, or constant motion. Modern organizations are under pressure to move faster than ever before. Faster communication. Faster decisions. Faster growth. But many businesses unintentionally sacrifice clarity in the pursuit of speed, creating confusion, burnout, duplicated effort, emotional frustration, and operational inefficiency. Drawing from the principles of SMART Management, SMART Communication, and Individual Influence: Find the I in Team, Brian explains why high-performing organizations first create clarity around expectations, accountability, communication, priorities, and leadership behaviors before attempting to accelerate execution. In this episode, Brian discusses: Why movement is not always progress How unclear communication slows organizations down Why emotionally reactive leadership creates organizational friction The connection between SMART Communication and operational clarity How technology amplifies either clarity or confusion Why sustainable speed requires alignment and understanding How mature leadership creates stability during uncertainty and pressure Why organizations with clarity naturally move faster with less drama This episode also connects directly to recent Daily Influence leadership topics including: Leading Under Constraint The Discipline of Consistency Excellence Without Drama The Neutrality Myth Decision Velocity If you are a business owner, entrepreneur, executive, manager, or emerging leader looking to improve communication, leadership effectiveness, organizational alignment, accountability, and operational execution, this episode provides practical leadership insight designed to help organizations move faster by first becoming clearer. Daily Influence is hosted by Brian Smith, PhD, co-author of Positive Influence: Be the I in Team and Responsible Influence: Build the I in Team, and creator of the S.M.A.R.T. Management System — a leadership and operational framework focused on communication, accountability, organizational clarity, intentional influence, and disciplined execution. #Leadership #SMARTManagement #SMARTCommunication #DailyInfluence #BusinessLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #OrganizationalCulture #ExecutiveLeadership #CommunicationSkills #TeamDevelopment #OperationalExcellence #Influence #BusinessGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #BrianSmith #TheIinTeamSeries
Organizations can encounter many pitfalls as they work to implement a safety management system. Greg Zigulis, President of Sixth Sense Safety Solutions, joins our latest episode to share common mistakes to avoid and how you can help get your team on the right track. He discusses how standards like ANSI/ASSP Z10 can provide organizations a framework for developing a safety management system that suits their specific needs for addressing hazards and managing risks on their jobsites.
Are you tired of outdated, ineffective performance reviews? Want your organization to thrive with motivated, aligned employees? This episode dives deep into transforming your performance management process into a powerhouse that drives results and engagement. Join us as Bruce Cohen, a seasoned HR leader, shares decades of insights from goal-setting to AI-driven tools and how to implement a system that's continuous, clear, and compelling. In this episode: Why top companies prioritize ongoing performance feedback How to cascade goals effectively from leadership to every employee The critical difference between job descriptions and goals Using AI to enhance accuracy, consistency, and personalization The role of senior leadership support and leading by example Practical tips for managing self-assessments and overcoming recency bias The future of performance management with AI and data insights Timestamps: 00:00 - Why performance management is crucial in 2026 and beyond 00:26 - Bruce Cohen introduces himself and his HR background 01:23 - The value of continuous feedback in employee motivation 02:33 - The importance of goal setting and clear communication 05:39 - The risks of infrequent reviews and how to shift the culture 08:01 - Upskilling managers for real-time coaching and feedback 10:14 - Leading with example in HR and organizational commitment 11:40 - Defining "best in class" performance systems 12:33 - Aligning goals with company objectives through cascading 15:22 - Using self-assessments to prepare for performance conversations 18:44 - Overcoming challenges with recency bias and self-evaluations 21:43 - The multiplier effect of ongoing feedback 25:17 - The transformative role of AI in performance management 28:23 - Practical steps for implementing AI tools effectively 33:48 - Five key steps to elevate your system post-episode Resources & Links: eCornell Organizational Design and Performance Courses Book: "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott AI Tools for HR and Performance Management Leadership Support in HR Connect with Bruce Cohen: LinkedIn Twitter Let's revolutionize performance management together! Take these insights, leverage new technologies, and lead your organization to a more engaged, productive future. The time for change is now, don't wait for the next review cycle to start transforming your system. Start today!
Ian Tunnacliffe and Amanda Campbell of T2RL and Oliver Ross, Head of Loyalty CRM and Onboard Product at KMMalta Airlines discuss aspects of loyalty technology as highlighted by the recently published report The Market for Airline Loyalty Management Systems 2026 on t2rl.net
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Watch the YouTube version of this episode HERETired of case management tools that move slower than your law firm? In this episode of the Maximum Lawyer podcast, Tyson Mutrux takes you behind the scenes of the custom, AI‑powered case management system he built for his firm in just three weeks. He walks through how a failed software launch pushed him to start from scratch, why imagination (not vendors) is now the limiting factor, and the specific features that are changing how his team handles cases.You'll see how Tyson used APIs, automation, and AI to migrate his data, build the dashboard he always wanted, and give his team superpowers, from trial readiness analysis to mock juries and instant mailroom workflows. He also shares the mindset shift that unlocked “wishlist” ideas from his team and the tech stack he used to turn prompts into a fully operational system.If you've ever thought “my current platform will never do that,” this episode will show you what's actually possible when you stop waiting on vendors and start building for yourself.Timestamps00:00 – Why Your Imagination Is the Only Limit02:00 – How We Migrated Everything in 2–3 Days02:40 – Inside Our New Firm Dashboard03:20 – Statutes, Holds, and Red‑Flag Cases04:00 – Leads Channel and Micro‑Intake Board05:00 – Breaking the “We're Limited” Mindset05:40 – Built‑In AI Assistant on Every Case07:30 – Trial Mode and AI Trial Readiness08:10 – Mock Juries, Focus Groups, and Jury Selection10:50 – Settlement Calculator and Buffett Paradigm NumberResources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn
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Ireland's new rail traffic management system is facing serious criticism, after costs rose from an expected €19.5 million to more than €31 million with no part of the system delivered yet. Concerns have been raised at the Dáil Public Accounts Committee, where the project has been described as a “slowly developing shambles.” Grace Boland, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal West joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.
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Send us Fan MailWhen evaluating the Top Project Management Systems in 2026, the focus must remain strictly on best-of-breed platforms rather than lightweight project modules embedded within CRM or ERP systems. To qualify for this category, the platform must operate as a standalone application with its own data model, workflow engine, and process architecture that can function independently from any broader suite. While some vendors bundle project capabilities within larger portfolios, the core project management engine must remain architecturally separable to ensure the depth and flexibility required by dedicated project environments. Another critical dimension is scope. Some platforms concentrate primarily on internal task coordination, collaboration, and resource planning for knowledge-centric teams. Others extend into Professional Services Automation (PSA), introducing financial controls such as billing, utilization management, revenue tracking, and client-facing workflow orchestration. This distinction matters because nearly 90% of project management systems are optimized for internal initiatives, whereas organizations managing external, client-billable projects require far deeper capabilities, including milestone-based revenue recognition, contractual governance, and complex resource allocation. As a result, companies running professional services engagements often need a fundamentally different platform than those supporting a purely internal PMO.In this episode, our host Sam Gupta discusses the top project management systems in 2026. He also discusses several variables that influence the rankings of these project management systems. Finally, he shares the pros and cons of each project management system.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37s_LuCzWusRead: https://www.elevatiq.com/post/top-project-management-systems/Questions for Panelists?
Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS Watch Full Video Episode Recorded live at VISION 2026, host Carm Capriotto speaks with Evis Husejnovic of NAPA TRACS about how shops can boost profitability and customer service by better using their shop management systems. Husejnovic highlights that most owners use only 10–15% of their software, often missing key tools for managing operations. NAPA TRACS addresses this with hands-on support, user groups, and daily training. The conversation also emphasizes a “treatment plan” approach to digital vehicle inspections, helping shops increase revenue through thorough, preventative maintenance rather than higher car counts. While technology has rapidly evolved, Husejnovic reinforces that auto repair remains a relationship-driven, “handshake” business, and shares how NAPA TRACS is helping train future technicians through partnerships with technical schools. VISION Hi-Tech Training & Expo: https://visionkc.com/ Evis Husejnovic, Regional Sales Manager, NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Connect with the Podcast: - Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/ - Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club: https://remarkableresults.biz/toastmasters - Join Our Private Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734687266778976 - Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/carmcapriotto - Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmcapriotto/ - Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/remarkableresultsradiopodcast/ - Visit the Website: https://remarkableresults.biz/ - Join our Insider List: https://remarkableresults.biz/insider - All books mentioned on our podcasts: https://remarkableresults.biz/books - Our Classroom page for personal or team learning: https://remarkableresults.biz/classroom - Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/carm - Special episode collections: https://remarkableresults.biz/collections - The Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/ - Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/ - Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life. https://mattfanslow.captivate.fm/ - Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/ - The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/ - The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/ - Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm
Most leaders don't have a time problem—they have a priority problem. In this episode, you'll discover how a simple prioritization tool can help you decide what to do, what to delegate, and what to delete so your time actually moves the business forward. Next Steps:
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Live from the Vercel recording studio, Lindsey Simon (VP Engineering @ Vercel) joins us to deconstruct the evolution of management craft and career growth strategies! We dissect the practice of live all-hands demos as a tool for context, accountability and inspiration. Plus, Lindsey's "vote with your wallet" framework for career strategy, how Lindsey's open source project inspired him to apply to Vercel, and why the most effective VPs are building hobby projects to maintain AI competency and empathy for non-technical users. ABOUT LINDSEY SIMON Lindsey Simon is VP of Engineering at Vercel. Making the Web better has been his lifelong career ambition. Prior to Vercel, Lindsey spent seven years at Google, where he helped launch App Engine as an original core team member, and worked as a tech lead on the Google Translate and Web Performance teams. Lindsey has lived in San Francisco for the past 15 years, and his creative hobbies (beyond coding) include writing music and hunting for wild mushrooms. This episode is brought to you by xMatters! xMatters automates the entire incident lifecycle with their purpose-built AI powered workflow, giving your team the context they need to stop disruptions before they start and minimize resolution times. Head over to xmatters.com to learn more! SHOW NOTES: The evolution of Vercel's all hands to demo days: using live show-and-tell to maintain context and inspire the team (2:4p) Accountability for what's real: Why live visual demos help engineering teams with real-time workflow adjustments (4:36) Strategies for creating a successful live visual demo without over-rehearsing (6:20) Lindsey's career inflection point: Navigating the transition from a large ecosystem at Salesforce to a mission-driven startup (10:08) Career advice: Vote with your wallet and go somewhere with pre-existing PMF that feeds your ambition (12:33) The "Janitor" Mindset: Why prioritizing the company's mission over a specific job title can lead to unique opportunities (14:36) How Lindsey's open source hobby project led to a code-first interaction with @ Vercel (19:17) Vercel's "Dig Deep" value: Breaking down the company culture and the importance of technical support for developers (21:26) Standing out in the interview process: Why managers must bring a strong "Point of View" on what a company should do differently (23:51). The Swiss Army Knife Manager: Why today's leaders must also be salespeople, PMs, and customer support engineers (24:46). The death of pure "people management": Re-centering on the IC craft and why managers must maintain AI competency (26:12). Adopting better IC skills: Building hobby projects for non-technical users to maintain empathy for the user experience (28:33) Management principles that remain true today (32:54) Combatting imposter syndrome: Building trust by being vulnerable and learning alongside your team (36:45). Interviewing trends: Assessing how candidates operate with and without AI tools (38:05). The return of "In Real Life" work: Why the Bay Area culture is refocusing on "sweating the details" in person (39:15) Rapid fire questions (41:33) This episode wouldn't have been possible without the help of our incredible production team: Patrick Gallagher - Producer & Co-Host Jerry Li - Co-Host Noah Olberding - Associate Producer, Audio & Video Editor https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-olberding/ Dan Overheim - Audio Engineer, Dan's also an avid 3D printer - https://www.bnd3d.com/ Ellie Coggins Angus - Copywriter, Check out her other work at https://elliecoggins.com/about/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to the Monday Minute, brought to you by Podium — your weekly reset to lead better, think clearer, and build your dealership with intention. You can have the capital, the cars, and the customers — but without the right foundation, you're building on sand. In this episode, Luke and Jeff break down how to choose the right Dealer Management System for your operation. Your DMS is the backbone of your dealership — it handles your inventory, deals, collections, CRM, compliance, and more. Don't just shop price. Shop for fit. The right system creates consistency. Consistency creates efficiency. Efficiency creates profitability. Review this week's Sunday newsletter at TheIndependentDealer.com for the full theme and exercises. Not subscribed yet? Sign up now. Let's build this together. SPONSORED BY PODIUM: www.podium.com
Host Steve Turk welcomes listeners to The Hospitality Mentor Podcast, brought to you by sponsors Lodgify and Biscayne Coffee, He interviews Adam Tuttle, co-founder of Yipy, described as the industry's first hospitality standards management system that centralizes hotel standards by role, adds analytics, and supports inspections and audits. Adam shares his early hospitality work in a Nevada casino, his first professional role as an Eiffel Tower elevator operator in Las Vegas, and studying hospitality at UNLV. He moved from Caesars Entertainment to help open a La Quinta, gaining broad operational and sales exposure. Through mentorship, he joined Four Seasons, worked in multiple markets including opening Four Seasons Orlando at Disney World, and later returned to Las Vegas. After reconsidering his GM path, he launched a consulting business and then created Yipy to solve persistent standards and measurement challenges, building it with co-founder Phil Erickson and client-driven development. Adam discusses Yipy's pre-seed $1M raise, partnerships including Leading Hotels of the World, Marriott approved vendor status, and excitement about AI, and closes with advice on relationships and networking.00:00 Podcast Welcome00:33 Sponsor Lodgify01:38 Meet Adam Tuttle01:54 What Is YPI02:50 First Hospitality Job03:56 Choosing Hospitality05:21 Vegas During Recession07:46 Opening La Quinta10:07 TripAdvisor Success11:53 Mentorship To Four Seasons14:25 Learning Luxury Service16:19 Go To Grow Culture18:27 Four Seasons Disney Magic22:03 Entrepreneurial Turning Point23:50 Starting Consulting Business24:39 Landing First Clients25:19 Leaving Ops for Consulting26:14 Landing First Clients27:31 Finding a Consulting Niche28:22 Just Do It Mindset29:16 Why Yippy Was Born29:47 Proving Training ROI31:44 Building the First Tool32:43 From Tool to Platform34:51 Coding Reality Check36:02 Customer Led Product Design37:09 Hoteliers in Tech38:27 Funding and Big Partnerships41:38 AI and the Standards Database44:20 Advice to Younger Self46:24 Wrap Up and Sponsor
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If you feel busy but not effective, this episode is your intervention. After a rapid growth phase in the company, Samantha realized something confronting: she wasn't lacking ambition, she was lacking ruthless time clarity. More demand, more visibility, and more opportunity forced her to upgrade how she manages her time, energy, and attention.In this solo episode, she breaks down her practical CEO time management system that gave her the biggest ROI and will give you the same.Connect with Sam / Work with Voice and Visibility• Website: www.voiceandvisibility.com• Newsletter: https://voiceandvisibility.myflodesk.com/optin• Follow Samantha on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thesamanthawarren• Follow Samantha on Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/voiceandvisibility
Welcome back to Trailblazers by Park Rangers Capital!In this week's solo episode, Erica Wenger breaks down her powerful 7-step time management framework called “The Bucket Method.”If you've ever felt overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or constantly busy but not actually productive, this episode is your reset. Erica walks through a simple, practical system for organizing your priorities, protecting your energy, and making sure what matters most actually gets done without burnout.Clear, actionable, and easy to implement, this is a must-listen for founders, operators, and anyone serious about taking control of their time.✨ This episode is presented by Brex.Brex: brex.com/trailblazerspodThis episode is supported by Rocketreach, Gusto, OpenPhone & Athena.RocketReach: rocketreach.co/trailblazersGusto: gusto.com/trailblazersQuo (formerly OpenPhone): Quo.com/trailblazersAthena: athenago.me/Erica-WengerFollow Us!@thetrailblazerspod: Instagram, YouTube, TikTokErica Wenger: @erica_wenger
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The hack of a medication management system is causing big delays for the doctors, pharmacists and rest homes using it. Taupo pharmacist Ayman Ibousi spoke to Corin Dann.
The word subsistence is used to describe a broad range of activities on land and water that aim to help people sustain their families and traditions for living a life off the land. Indigenous people have used these practices for thousands of years.Federal law codified priority protections for rural subsistence in 1980, but now the federal government is reviewing the subsistence management program and changes could be coming. What could that mean for life in remote communities?Learn about the review and how you can be heard in the process.
Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan's book DISCERNMENT here What if the key to building a winning company isn't charisma… but teaching everyone the score? In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Jack Stack, founder of the Great Game of Business and pioneer of open-book management. After surviving the collapse of International Harvester in the 1980s, Jack helped lead a leveraged buyout and discovered a painful truth: most leaders don't truly understand their numbers. That realization became a movement. In this conversation, they break down: -Why companies hide financial information -Why financial literacy is the biggest leadership gap in business -How small operational wins compound into massive enterprise value -Why manufacturing matters -The danger of too much overhead and not enough direct labor -How teaching ownership changes people's personal lives -Why talent — not strategy — will determine future valuations -The role of AI in leadership and business clarity -The simple principle that can change a child's future Jack's closing message is simple: “Teach a kid how to make a buck.” Learn more about The Great Game of Business Watch the full episode and see why ownership and transparency create winning cultures. Absolutely. Here's a strong, optimized hashtag block for this episode — built around leadership, ownership, financial literacy, manufacturing, and Jack Stack's brand. Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan's book DISCERNMENT here #JackStack #JeffDudan #UnemployablePodcast #GreatGameOfBusiness #OpenBookManagement #FinancialLiteracy #EmployeeOwnership #ESOP #BusinessLeadership #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipDevelopment #OwnershipMindset #CompanyCulture #BusinessTurnaround #ManufacturingMatters #LeadershipTransparency #ScaleYourBusiness #WinningCulture #FinancialEducation #BuildToWin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan's book DISCERNMENT here What if the key to building a winning company isn't charisma… but teaching everyone the score? In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Jack Stack, founder of the Great Game of Business and pioneer of open-book management. After surviving the collapse of International Harvester in the 1980s, Jack helped lead a leveraged buyout and discovered a painful truth: most leaders don't truly understand their numbers. That realization became a movement. In this conversation, they break down: -Why companies hide financial information -Why financial literacy is the biggest leadership gap in business -How small operational wins compound into massive enterprise value -Why manufacturing matters -The danger of too much overhead and not enough direct labor -How teaching ownership changes people's personal lives -Why talent — not strategy — will determine future valuations -The role of AI in leadership and business clarity -The simple principle that can change a child's future Jack's closing message is simple: “Teach a kid how to make a buck.” Learn more about The Great Game of Business Watch the full episode and see why ownership and transparency create winning cultures. Absolutely. Here's a strong, optimized hashtag block for this episode — built around leadership, ownership, financial literacy, manufacturing, and Jack Stack's brand. Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan's book DISCERNMENT here #JackStack #JeffDudan #UnemployablePodcast #GreatGameOfBusiness #OpenBookManagement #FinancialLiteracy #EmployeeOwnership #ESOP #BusinessLeadership #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipDevelopment #OwnershipMindset #CompanyCulture #BusinessTurnaround #ManufacturingMatters #LeadershipTransparency #ScaleYourBusiness #WinningCulture #FinancialEducation #BuildToWin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On this episode the boys talk to Steve Herod the developer of a system that takes all the headaches out of model management. No more pens and paper or having to write up judging results. This systems lets you get on with the job of running a model show without the hassle of writing online entries, judging tabulations and award results. Nathan Bradford, a judge from ScaleACT 2025, also joins the conversation to explain how easy the hobbyshow program is to use from a punters point of view. If you would like to know more go to www.hobbyshow.org Mailbag, Wheel of Fortune all that and more! Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Michelle Kesil interviews André Dénommée, a seasoned real estate investor and property manager. André shares his journey from military service to real estate, detailing how he started his business during the pandemic and the growth he has experienced since. He discusses the importance of organization, networking, and social media in building a successful property management business. André also emphasizes the significance of education for new investors and shares his plans for community service and future business expansion. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
A limited number of qualified maintenance technicians. A robust mix of gasoline-, diesel- and electric-fueled vehicles. There's no shortage of challenges for fleet managers nowadays. To help wade through the environment with valuable perspectives, David Prusinski, who is CEO of Vehicle Management Systems (VMS), appeared on the Live Stage presented by SYCN Auto Logistics during Used Car Week 2025. Prusinski's conversation with Cherokee Media Group's Nick Zulovich is now available through this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast.
After spending five years and tens of millions of dollars developing a new travel management system, the Defense Department abruptly scrapped the effort in 2023 and reverted to the legacy Defense Travel System it was meant to replace. A government watchdog looked into why the program failed and how the Pentagon can avoid repeating the same mistakes. For more, Federal News Network's Anastasia Obis spoke with Vijay D'Souza, Director of GAO's Information Technology and Cybersecurity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Ephesiology Podcast, Andrew Johnson, Michael, and guest Lance Ford delve into the themes of church leadership, the disconnect between leadership and the body of Christ, and the systemic issues that plague modern church structures. They discuss the impact of Lance’s book, ‘The Atlas Factor,’ which emphasizes the need for a shift in leadership paradigms, focusing on Jesus as the head of the church rather than human leaders. The conversation also addresses the prevalence of spiritual abuse, the importance of vision and mission in church leadership, and the necessity for systemic change to foster healthier church environments. Lance shares insights on how to navigate leadership challenges, differentiate between bad leadership and narcissism, and the role of the church in addressing these issues. The episode concludes with a call to center on Jesus and the hope for restoration within the church community. Keywords church leadership, Atlas Factor, spiritual abuse, church movement, leadership structures, restoration, community engagement, Jesus, church health Sound bites “It’s the system, stupid.” “We need to start in our seminaries.” “Jesus is our hero. He is our savior.” Takeaways The church’s leadership structure often disconnects from Jesus as the head. Lance’s book, ‘The Atlas Factor,’ emphasizes shifting leadership focus. Spiritual abuse is prevalent in many church contexts. Leadership systems need to be reformed for healthier church environments. The importance of vision and mission in church leadership cannot be overstated. Staff members often feel oppressed and manipulated in their roles. Differentiating between bad leadership and narcissism is crucial. A systemic change is necessary for true church reform. The church must engage in community and address leadership issues. Hope for restoration lies in centering on Jesus. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Ephesiology Podcast 02:45 The Atlas Factor: Leadership in the Church 05:35 Misalignment in Church Leadership Structures 08:49 The Disconnect Between Leadership and the Body of Christ 11:47 The Role of Vision and Mission in the Church 14:26 The Impact of Leadership Models on Church Growth 17:31 Understanding Spiritual Abuse in Church Leadership 20:36 The Consequences of Management Systems in the Church 24:45 The Dark Side of Church Leadership 26:17 Navigating Abuse in Church Settings 34:30 The Role of Systems in Church Leadership 41:06 Building a New Church Leadership Model 47:18 The Future of Church Leadership Education Connect With Us Follow Ephesiology: Website | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Follow Andrew Johnson @thediscfan.bsky.social If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with others exploring missional living in post-Christian contexts. Thanks for doing theology in community with us today! If you have a question or topic that you'd like to hear addressed on the Ephesiology Podcast, just send it to Andrew at thediscfan@gmail.com. Donate Find the podcast on your favorite podcast app Just search for “Ephesiology” Our Podcasters Michael CooperProfessor | Missiologist | AuthorMichael is the missiologist in residence with East West where he focuses on equipping and empowering church leaders in evangelism, discipleship, leadership, and catalyzing church planting movements in the most difficult to reach places on the planet. He is the author of Ephesiology: The Study of the Ephesian Movement as well as many other books and academic articles. He has lectured at universities around the world and serves as affiliate faculty at Kairos University where he facilitates the degree programs in partnership with Ephesiology Master Classes.Andrew JohnsonMinistry Lead, West Village ChurchAndrew is a proud husband, father and pastor who desires all to know the one true King. He is honored to serve at West Village Church in Victoria, BC. Previously, he's ministered in Houston, Chicago, Indy, Flagstaff and Tempe in a variety of church contexts. Andrew has a BA in Christian Ministry from Trinity International University and an MA from Phoenix Seminary. He is currently a Doctor of Ministry student at Kairos University and is the co-host of the Ephesiology Podcast. When not at work, he's an avid disc golfing, vinyl playing, Spider-Man following/collecting fellow. Go Pacers. Do you enjoy the Ephesiology Podcast? Partner with the Pod The Ephesiology Podcast comes to you from a desire to engage in community conversations about the intersection of theology and culture. We do not believe such dialogue should come with a cost so the podcast will always be free. However, if you've benefited from the Ephesiology Podcast, would you consider a nominal $5 per month donation? All proceeds from the podcast go toward helping bring needed theological education to the majority world through our Ephesiology Master Class initiative to end a theological famine. We'd be honored to partner with you to continue providing solid biblical, theological, and missiological content for listeners around the world. Donate Empowering Future Church Leaders Imagine a world where passionate, equipped Christian leaders spread God's Word in areas with the greatest need—leaders grounded in both deep theology and practical ministry skills, trained to make a lasting impact in their communities. Through your support, this vision can become a reality for students from countries like Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Nepal, and India who are eager to teach and multiply disciple-makers in their own regions. Learn More Ephesiology: A Study of the Ephesian Movement If you want to understand principles for the growth of Christianity in the first century, the place to begin is the city of Ephesus. In this winsome study, Ephesiology offers readers a comprehensive view of the empowering work of the Holy Spirit in the most significant city of the New Testament, and compels us to ask the question: how can we effectively connect Christ to our culture? “Masterfully handling the book of Ephesians and using its content as a definitive guide, Michael Cooper lays a theologically strong foundation that is both corrective and directive to disciple making movements. The principles he gleans from the book of Ephesians and related texts, help to ensure the on-going multiplication and maturation of a movement. Because these are supra-cultural principles, they are applicable anywhere in the world.” Marvin J. Newell, Staff Missiologist, Missio Nexus, Author of Crossing Cultures in Scripture Buy This Now! Educating to Shift the Tracks of History To shift the tracks of history requires leaders who are equipped to critically assess and engage the contours of contemporary culture. As a new initiative in collaboration with the Movement Leaders Collective, Kairos University, and Ephesiology, we deliver just-in-time theological education focused on issues important to you, mxAcademy is designed as the theological and missiological foundation to unlock your potential as a movement leader and catalytic thinker. mxAcademy is a dynamic and innovative educational experience rooted in mDNA.We dream of a church fully equipped, fully mature, fully mobilized, and fully alive. A church that lives and breathes the Good News of Jesus! Learn More Join a Community Conversation at Ephesiology Master Classes Areopagus Symposium Taking its inspiration from the historical and philosophical legacy of Athens, Greece, the Areopagus Symposium focuses on intellectual and philosophical topics related to Christology, missiology, and ecclesiology. 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Empowering Women in Real Estate - The Podcast with Karen Cooper
Real estate can feel like a 24/7 industry — and when you add multiple businesses, a team, family, sports schedules, and real life on top of it, it's no wonder so many women feel like they're constantly behind. In this episode, I'm walking you through my exact time and task management system — the rhythms, routines, and tools I use to keep multiple businesses, a team, a podcast, a community, and family life running without burning out. We'll talk about: Why having start and stop times (most days) actually makes you more productive. How I use boundaries and theme days to stay focused. The difference between time blocking and rhythms — and why rhythms work better for my real estate life. My weekly planning session + brain dump, how I use my paper planner alongside digital calendars, and why I subscribe to sports and event calendars instead of entering everything manually. How I manage daily tasks so my list is realistic, not a guilt trip — plus the "big project list" I keep visible when there's a lot happening. If you've been craving more ease, structure, and peace in your days — without pretending real estate is a 9–5 — this behind-the-scenes episode will give you practical ideas you can start using right away. Click subscribe to be notified every Wednesday when our latest episode is released, and be sure to check out our group on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringwomeninrealestate We are 40,000 members strong and we want you to join us! And if you want to follow me on Instagram, that's where I'm having the most fun right now. https://www.instagram.com/karen.w.cooper/
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Download the FREE Tech Stack Checklist: tiquehq.com/tech-stack?utm_source=Podcast+Episode+154&utm_medium=Podcast+Episode+154&utm_campaign=Tech+Stack If choosing a task management system feels overwhelming, this episode is for you! Jennifer chats with system strategist Sarah Wills, founder of HeySwillsy and the expert behind Tique's ClickUp Business Hub. Sarah explains what a task management system actually does for your business, how it differs from a CRM and email marketing platform, and why the right tool can completely transform the way you work. She shares the essential features to look for, and explains why some platforms fall short while others scale effortlessly with your business. You'll also hear what finally pushed her toward ClickUp, how she helps travel advisors customize their systems, and the surprising ways data tracking can save you time, money, and stress. Whether you're drowning in sticky notes, managing a growing team, or trying to keep client work from slipping through the cracks, this episode will help you understand the logic behind your systems so you can work smarter, not harder! Connect with Sarah Wills: heyswillsy.com instagram.com/heyswillsy Today we will cover: (01:30) Meet Sarah Wills; how she became a systems expert (03:45) What a task management system actually does (08:20) What to look for in a task management platform (10:25) Trello vs. Clickup (19:35) How Sarah uses Dubsado and ClickUp together (24:10) How advisors can see referrals, return clients, and true marketing ROI (29:15) How to reevaluate your process using time tracking (38:15) Team management inside ClickUp; onboarding team members or ICs (47:30) What not to use ClickUp for Check out the ClickUp Business Hub Template → tiquehq.com/shop/clickup-business-hub-template Listen to Episode 154: How To Organize And Store Industry Contacts with Kristen Heitman JOIN THE NICHE COMMUNITY VISIT THE TEMPLATE SHOP EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors: Cozy Earth - Use code COZYTIQUE for 20% off
Empowering Women in Real Estate - The Podcast with Karen Cooper
Drowning in emails? In this episode, Karen walks through the exact email management system she uses to keep multiple inboxes under control—while running businesses, leading a team, raising kids and supporting a 40k+ community. You'll learn how to: Combine accounts into one working inbox (and when to use a separate "bills-only" address). Use color-coded flags tied to themed days (sales, team, EWRE, personal) so nothing gets lost. Decide fast: delete, do, delegate, or defer—and what "Inbox Zero-ish" really looks like. Unsubscribe ruthlessly, block repeat spammers, and stop obsessive checking. Handle time off with a "To Do After Vacation" folder so you return to sanity, not chaos. A simple, sustainable system to reclaim time—and your peace. Click subscribe to be notified every Wednesday when our latest episode is released, and be sure to check out our group on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringwomeninrealestate We are 39,000 members strong and we want you to join us! And if you want to follow me on Instagram, that's where I'm having the most fun right now. https://www.instagram.com/karen.w.cooper/
Welcome back to another After Dark episode here on the Iron Sights Podcast. My guest today is Jerry Wetzel, founder of Red Zone Threat Management Systems. Jerry's a lifelong martial artist, gym owner, and educator whose mission is simple — to provide real training for real people to survive real violence.We sat down right after the Combatives Summit 2025 in Mississippi and got into everything from his philosophy on violence and self-defense to his experiences as a coach, business owner, and lifelong learner. In this conversation, we unpack the mindset and methodology behind Red Zone, the importance of realistic training, and how Jerry's perspective is helping reshape how people think about personal protection. We also talk about his new journey into social media, why communication matters as much as combat skills, and how to stay grounded in a space that can often get weird or misunderstood.If you're passionate about martial arts, combatives, or personal defense — or just want to hear from someone who's constantly learning and evolving — you'll get a lot from this one. Sit back and enjoy this After Dark episode with Jerry Wetzel of Red Zone Threat Management Systems.Timestamps:00:00 Intro03:32 Panel Challenges05:29 Jerry's Background06:31 Evolution of Martial Arts12:47 Real-World Lessons16:46 Coaching & Self-Defense39:04 Coaches vs Instructors42:40 Gym Culture & Community51:06 Growth & Social Media01:05:07 Integrity & Openness01:24:03 Red Zone Program01:31:30 Instructor Development01:43:18 Combatives Community & ClosingRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/
Design and building websites…that's the fun part.Managing the project, collecting content, onboarding, handling revisions and feedback…typically, not so much.Which is why, if you can automate as much of the repeatable tasks and make a system and process for the “unfun” parts of a web design project, it'll make your life much easier and more profitable.That's what we're diving into this one with automation and systems specialist (and fellow 17hats user) Kristen Lettini.We get into:What automations you're missing (and why to add them NOW)The GOLD of auto-remindersUsing a CRM like 17hats to automate as much as possibleMy “before and after” automation momentWhy improving systems is THE KEY to sustainabilityGet my quote, contract & invoice templates (for free) with a 7-day trial of 17hats, the CRM I've been using for over 10 years!