Podcasts about management tools

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Child psychiatrist and entrepreneur Marissa Caudill discusses her article, "How a customer relationship management tool (CRM) can help physicians regain control and beat burnout." She argues that a significant driver of physician burnout is the lack of control within systems that prioritize metrics and administrative tasks over meaningful patient connections, leaving doctors feeling overwhelmed and disconnected. Marissa proposes that physicians can regain control and find more joy by implementing their own systems, specifically highlighting the power of customer relationship management (CRM) tools. She explains how a HIPAA-compliant CRM allows physicians to automate communication (like newsletters, check-ins, scheduling), enhance patient relationships, manage educational content, and ethically market their services—reframing marketing as connection—all while freeing up time. Marissa shares her transformative experience using a CRM with AI features in her parent coaching practice, enabling greater impact and easier communication. Ultimately, she contends that such tools help physicians focus on patient care, build financially stable practices potentially beyond insurance constraints, and reconnect with their original purpose. Our presenting sponsor is Microsoft Dragon Copilot. Microsoft Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow, is transforming how clinicians work. Now you can streamline and customize documentation, surface information right at the point of care, and automate tasks with just a click. Part of Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare, Dragon Copilot offers an extensible AI workspace and a single, integrated platform to help unlock new levels of efficiency. Plus, it's backed by a proven track record and decades of clinical expertise—and it's built on a foundation of trust. It's time to ease your administrative burdens and stay focused on what matters most with Dragon Copilot, your AI assistant for clinical workflow. VISIT SPONSOR → https://aka.ms/kevinmd SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended

Dr. Christian Conte is one of America's most accomplished mental health specialists in the field of anger and emotional management. In this episode, he shares the deeper principles behind Yield Theory - a powerful model of change that integrates radical compassion, conscious education, and Eastern philosophical insights such as non-attachment. With over twenty-five years of clinical experience, including extensive work with violent offenders, Dr. Conte brings grounded clarity to some of the most challenging emotional landscapes. Central to his approach is the idea that anger often arises not from what's happening, but from the clash between our expectations and reality. He introduces the concept of the “cartoon world” - a mental projection of how we think others should behave - and how its collapse gives rise to frustration and rage. By recognizing these inner dynamics, we gain the ability to respond thoughtfully, rather than reactively. Dr. Conte shares practical, accessible tools for real-time emotional regulation. His “maybe” technique invites uncertainty into rigid thinking, helping to calm the limbic system by engaging the frontal cortex. His “sans adjectives” method shows how stripping emotionally charged language from our descriptions can reduce escalation and bring clarity. We also explore the interplay between the body and mind in shaping emotional states, the differences between types of anger - from hot anger to seething resentment - and the necessity of humility and present-moment awareness in therapeutic work. He reflects on his personal journey into this field, what it has taught him about human behavior, and why meeting people exactly where they are is essential for real connection and change. This conversation offers both practical insights and a deeper invitation: to meet ourselves and others with presence, precision, and radical compassion.Author of numerous books including Walking Through Anger, Dr. Conte is the creator of Yield Theory. His books are used by institutions around the world to train counselors. He currently trains correctional institutions, sports teams, and organizations in the practical application of his Yield Theory Anger Management Program. He was a tenured professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, before he left the West Coast to return to his home state of Pennsylvania where he currently lives with his wife and daughter.youtube.com/drchristiancontedrchristianconte.comLiked what you heard? Help us reach more people! Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts Start Energy Healing Today!Unlock your healing potential with our informative and fun introductory 10 hour LIVE online class in energy healing Our Flagship Training is Setting the Standard in Energy HealingThe 100 hour EHT-100 Energy Healing Training Contact Field Dynamics Email us at info@fielddynamicshealing.com energyfielddynamics.com Thanks for listening!

Is your inbox overflowing? Are you losing track of tasks, deadlines, or team updates? Whether you're solo or managing a growing team, this episode is your go-to guide for choosing the right project management tool to reduce chaos and reclaim control. Join host Melissa Franks as she walks through the most common project and task management tools used by small businesses, startups, and creative teams—including Trello, Asana, ClickUp, Monday.com, Notion, and Airtable. She breaks down the pros, cons, ideal use cases, and the one question you must ask before choosing a platform. You'll also learn: The surprising origin stories behind your favorite tools (and why that matters) How to avoid overbuying software you don't need What kind of business each tool works best for Common setup pitfalls and how to assign ownership Melissa's favorite tools for ease, cost, and team clarity Whether you're task-based, creative, or managing high-growth operations, this episode will help you simplify your workflow and set your team up for success. It's time to stop relying on email chaos and move into structured, streamlined execution. 

Dr. Fiona Lovely is a longevity, health and wellness expert with specialties in menopause medicine, functional neurology and functional medicine.  She is speaking to the topics of women's health around perimenopause and menopause.  Today I welcome Sarah Kennedy, founder and CEO of Calocurb, for an insightful conversation demystifying weight management and appetite modulation, particularly in the context of perimenopause and menopause. Discover the physiological changes women experience at midlife, the often-frustrating weight gain, and the truth behind cravings and willpower.  Key Discussion Points: The Menopause Weight Struggle is Real: Many women experience frustrating weight gain during perimenopause, with the SWAN study indicating an average gain of 22 pounds. Often, the advice given is simply to eat less, which overlooks significant physiological shifts. Physiological Changes at Midlife: Understand the impact of dropping estrogen levels, decreasing metabolism, changes in fat distribution (visceral fat), and increased insulin resistance during perimenopause. The Myth of Willpower: Learn why hunger and eating are primal, biologically controlled instincts originating in the hypothalamus. Stress, hormones, lack of sleep, and alcohol can easily override frontal lobe willpower. The Importance of Protein and Muscle Mass: Maintaining muscle mass is crucial during menopause to prevent sarcopenia and frailty. Ensure adequate protein intake (around 120 grams for post-menopausal/perimenopausal women is suggested) and engage in resistance exercise.  This is especially important when using one of the weight-loss injectables. Sarah Kennedy's Story: Sarah shares her personal journey of yo-yo dieting and how Calocurb (a GLP-1 activator) has positively changed her relationship with food. Her background in R&D for a major dairy company also highlights her passion for protein and muscle health. Hope for Post-Menopause: Sarah offers an encouraging perspective, sharing that she is the same size now as she was at 25 and feels at peace. Many women find that life gets better on the other side of menopause. This episode provides a comprehensive look at the physiological factors influencing weight during menopause and explores a natural, scientifically-backed approach to appetite modulation with a GLP-1 activator like Calocurb. It emphasises that hunger is not simply a matter of willpower and offers hope and practical strategies for managing weight and cravings at midlife and beyond. Find out more about Sarah Kennedy and Calocurb, please visit this website.Use the code LOVELY10 to get 10% off your first order.   Thank you to our sponsors for this episode:

In this episode, I'm joined by Fran and Taly Melo, co-founders of Northflow—a new project management tool built specifically for podcasters and creative teams. We get into why traditional platforms like Trello, Notion, and Slack often fall short for content teams, and how Northflow is aiming to become the central hub for podcast pre-production.This Episode Is Sponsored By Riverside.fm Record remote podcasts in 4K video Create clips automatically with Magic Clips Export transcripts instantly Use code CLIPPED at checkout to get 20% off at Riverside.fmTaly shares how her obsession with podcasts sparked the idea, and Fran talks through the product development journey, from early user interviews to beta testing with agencies. Together, they walk through how they're simplifying workflows, reducing tool overload, and making it easier for creators to actually get organized.We also talk about the challenges of building a startup while raising kids, bootstrapping a SaaS company, and how feedback from podcast professionals is shaping the product every week.What we cover:Why they built a tool just for podcastersHow Northflow simplifies messy workflowsGuest management and content planning featuresWhat sets it apart from Trello, ClickUp, and NotionTheir approach to AI and automationThe future vision: pre-production, production, and distribution under one roofTry Northflow:Northflow is free to try and currently invite-only. If you're running a podcast or agency, head to northflow.io and request access. The team is actively onboarding users and building the product in real-time based on feedback.Connect with Northflow:Website: northflow.io Instagram: @gonorthflowConnect with The Podcast Haven:HomepageLinkedInBlogYouTubeInstagram

"A tech-enabled general contractor reduced construction costs by 30% and build times by 25% - not by replacing trades, but by empowering them with better tools."In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Salman from Mosaic who shared how they're revolutionizing the built-to-rent housing sector by bringing together software and construction expertise.Tune in to find out about:✅ How Mosaic achieves 30% cost reduction compared to traditional commercial GCs✅ Their approach to "gentle disruption" that works with existing trades rather than replacing them✅ How they're scaling to 2,000 units under construction with just 60 employees✅ Why the future of construction might be in data granularity rather than new materials or roboticsListen to the full conversation on Spotify and learn how Mosaic is addressing the housing crisis by making construction more efficient without reinventing the wheel.--------Chapters00:00 Intro03:30 Introduction and Mishaps04:36 The Mission Behind Mosaic07:35 Understanding Technology-Powered General Contracting10:50 Current Projects and Clientele15:21 Value Proposition for Developers15:49 Exploring Built-to-Rent Communities21:12 Cost Efficiency and Scheduling Benefits23:50 The Secret Sauce of Technology30:39 Minimizing Third-Party Behavior Change37:42 Management Tools and Future Innovations39:04 Core Business Artifacts and Cost Models41:02 Leveraging Historical Data for Costing44:03 Granular Cost Representation and Construction Practices45:34 Mosaic's Team Structure and Efficiency Metrics46:34 Profitability and Growth Dynamics at Mosaic49:11 Future Growth and Market Expansion Strategies51:48 Licensing Technology and Productization57:14 Cultural Mindset for Achieving Profitability1:01:25 Enhancing Trade Relationships through Technology1:04:52 Collaborative Cost-Saving Dynamics in Construction1:08:54 Identifying Opportunities for Cost Savings

Originally from a finance and accounting background, Ravi's passion for technology inevitably led him to leadership roles in the ERP and cloud services space. An innovator at heart, the next logical step was founding his own technology company, where he'd be able to create solutions and see the difference they made firsthand. Since then, he's been solving business problems and enabling lasting change for multinational organisations. Feoda is a technology platform that brings Orcale Netsuite into the education sector to meet innovatively the finance needs of schools.

Market Proof Marketing · Ep 376 - The Best Project Management Tool? The One You'll Use!Kevin Oakley is back this week, and is joined by Julie Jarnagin and Beth Russell. This week's episode kicks off with a funny story from Kevin about being everyone's best friend, and shifts into story time, covering insightful calls with builders the team has had recently. News stories discussed include Google lifting its 2019 ban on fingerprinting for advertisers, a deep dive into the effectiveness of builder incentives, AI readiness in homebuilding, and a new task manager blog written by DYC's very own, Samantha Kellenberger!Story Time (04:40): Julie has been working on her IBS presentation around brand consistency, and how providing guardrails (using LEGO as a great example) keeps things consistent while using user generated content. Kevin follows-up surrounding a recent conversation about creating rules, and showcasing content to inform certainty. Beth had an interesting call with a company owner, who referenced the Hippocratic Oath that doctors make -- do no harm -- and tied it to their website. For example, putting too much information out there and over-engineering what you're showcasing can cause more harm than good. Kevin reminds: until you hit a minimum lead quantity, you don't get to complain about lead quality! Kevin spoke to a builder this week who has one community performing very differently than others despite having similar processes for marketing. Using GA4's path exploration tool, he noticed that the options people were clicking most were the items right in the center/most obvious. He encourages marketers to use this tool, and view it from the eyes of a customer. Mobile reality can't be ignored or fixed -- you can only do so much on a mobile screen. In The News (28:13): Google just lifted its 2019 ban on fingerprinting for advertisersGoogle now allows advertisers to track users across devices and websites, collecting data points like IP addresses, operating system details, and screen resolution.Kevin's hunch is we only see this live for a short time before it's taken away again, but they'll collect a significant amount of data in the meantime.The Cost of Incentives: Have Buyers Come to Expect Perks?Are consumers addicted, are builders addicted, or both?Kevin recaps the importance of the messaging of "new," and how you don't have to offer the biggest new incentive, you need to lean into how consumers want to stay informed. One nuance discussed is how some customers don't qualify without them.The Seven Stages of AI Readiness In Homebuilding From hype to impacti, AI is more than a buzzword. Julie loves the advice to evaluate AI vendors with a critical eye, and reminds you that if you're headed to IBS, there will be a lot of buzzwords, but you need to ask great questions and "pull back the onion."You need to have a clear process on how your business operates before you can layer in AI -- rethink workflows not just technology. Avoid AI for AI's sake -- start with clear business goals. Which Task Manager Tool is Best for Your Team?The best project management tool is the best one everyone in your organization will use! If you're looking into using a task manager to help your team (Monday, Asana, Trello, etc.) she outlines the pros and cons to help you make an informed decision.Beth remembers wanting to implement something for her team, and asking Kevin how to get started, and thinks the ease-of-use summary was so helpful in the blog. Come for the writing, stay for the summary chart! Things We Love - Things We Hate (53:38):Beth has entered "Masters season" in the Augusta area, and is fascinated by how intertwined it is into the culture. She is equally obsessed and perplexed. Julie is in the midst of Mardi Gras, in full king cake and parade season. But her favorite thing is going to thrift stores, and loves the hunt. Kevin's favorite is the Hollyland Lark M2S Microphone, which is extremely small, and is a great price for 2 mics. Like and subscribe on your favorite platform! The post Ep 376 - The Best Project Management Tool? The One You'll Use! appeared first on Online Sales and Marketing for Home Builders - DYC.

What if implementing a simple change could save you 15 minutes or more each day AND simplify your life? In this episode I tell you the exact step by step of what to do so that you can make more time in your day and lessen the stress. Small incremental changes are sustainable over time. They reduce stress and contribute to the peaceful and relaxing home you desire. Share this podcast with a friend that could use simple instructions about home organizing, cleaning and time management. Join the Home Organizing for Beginners Network where the home organizing conversations (and so much more) are just beginning! Download your free home organizing checklist at www.homeorganizingforbeginners.com Ready to get your entire home organized and go it on your own? Purchase the online course Home Organizing for Beginners. Need help specific to your home organizing journey? Email me: tammy@homeorganizingforbeginners.com so we can discuss how best I can help!

Is it time to start planning your making financial goals? Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Boaz Lahovitsky on Wealth Management Tools & Resources from J.P. Morgan Personal Advisors. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Boaz Lahovitsky is Head of J.P. Morgan Personal Advisors,  J.P. Morgan Wealth Management's remote advice channel. Boaz has over 15 years of experience in wealth and asset management, with a broad track record across the financial advice industry. Boaz joined J.P. Morgan Wealth Management from Vanguard, where he led the firm's remote advice business to the high net worth segment, overseeing a workforce of over 300 senior financial advisors with $100B in managed assets. Prior to Vanguard, Boaz held executive roles in strategy, transformation, operations, and managed account platforms in the financial advice space. Boaz holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a Law degree from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. www.jpmorganwealthmanagement.com For more show information visit:www.MariannePestana.com

Tune in as host Ethan Haywood talks with Emily Middleton, regional consulting manager at CentralStar Cooperative, about the intuitive features built into the Optimal Genetic Pathways (OGP) Calculator. Learn how this calculator provides genetic data individualized to each farm and how it helps with managing heifer inventories. 

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As we dive back into this new year we are going to explore some of the basic time management tools that should be in your everyday tool belt.  One of the best time management tools that you should be using every day is batching! It's my favorite go-to time management tool, the Swiss Army knife of tools!  Today we will talk through what batching is exactly, why it's my favorite tool, and what tasks you can batch to save hours in your week.  So pop in those ear buds and listen up as you toss in a load of laundry!  Grab the LA Bundle, 100% donated to help LA, only offered until February 14th! Hurry!  https://michellebyrd.myflodesk.com/la-bundle   I pray this blesses you! Michelle PS. If you need some extra accountability or help with productivity hacks, time management tools, mapping out a more efficient daily or weekly schedule, time blocking and so much more. We will break down what isn't working in your schedule, create new personalized goals for you, and determine the next new steps you need to take to have more freedom and live with more joy and laughter!  Grab a coaching call with me at: Email: contact@byrdmichelle.com website: www.byrdmichelle.com Free Productivity Planner - my gift to you! Just go to my website Come join our Facebook Group: Home Management for Working Moms - Organization & Time Management

You know that endless to-do list that never stops chasing you?  Yeah, I ditched that ages ago. Instead, I've found a system that's SAVED my sanity — and my schedule. Here's what we're covering in the episode: ⏰Why working against your natural energy cycles is setting you up for burnout. ⏰How to schedule your time first (yes, before work and everyone else). ⏰The genius way I've stopped letting random tasks derail my day. Spoiler alert: this system has helped me stay productive while working less than 40 hours a week, even with a growing business and all the life chaos.  Oh, and if you're juggling ALL the things and thinking, “There's no way I could make this work,” let me tell you — YOU CAN.  (I've even got my time blocked for Netflix binges. Priorities, people!) Tune in now and learn how to reclaim your time and your life.

In this conversation, Stewart Alsop welcomes Ekue Kpodar for a thought-provoking exploration of technology, history, and societal evolution. The discussion traverses topics such as DARPA's pivotal role in technological innovation, the symbiotic relationship between governments and big tech, and the trajectory of AI in reshaping everything from scientific research to social organization. They touch on the influence of open-source movements, the philosophical underpinnings of accelerationism, and the complex ethical landscapes AI introduces. You can connect with Ekue through Twitter or LinkedIn.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation!Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:24 Diving into DARPA's Origins02:21 DARPA's Technological Contributions03:44 Government and Big Tech Interactions05:07 Historical Context of Technology and Empires11:58 Big Science vs. Little Science16:55 AI's Role in Future Research32:40 Political Implications of AI and Technology41:14 Future of Human and AI Integration47:03 Conclusion and FarewellKey InsightsDARPA's Role in Modern Technology: The conversation highlights DARPA as a central player in shaping key technological advancements such as the internet and the early development of Siri. The agency's strategy of fostering innovation through collaboration with universities and private companies underpins much of the progress in tech we see today, illustrating how government initiatives have historically catalyzed transformative breakthroughs.The Symbiosis of Government and Big Tech: A recurring theme is the deeply intertwined relationship between governments and big tech companies. From providing cloud services to pioneering research projects, companies like AWS and Oracle play a vital role in national operations, emphasizing how modern economies depend on these partnerships to push forward technological frontiers.Generative AI and Science Evolution: Ekue Kpodar discusses how generative AI is revolutionizing fields like biology and chemistry. Tools like protein folding models and molecule generators are paving the way for breakthroughs in medicine and materials science, demonstrating how AI can accelerate complex research that previously required vast resources and specialized teams.Centralization vs. Decentralization: The episode delves into how societal systems toggle between centralized and decentralized models. While the U.S. strikes a balance, contrasting approaches like China's centralized focus highlight the impact of governance structures on innovation and societal organization.Philosophy of Accelerationism: The discussion explores accelerationism, a concept arguing that the rapid advancement of technology and capitalism could lead to societal upheaval, potentially necessitating a systemic restart. This philosophical lens is applied to understand the dissonance between human values and the unchecked growth of AI and economic systems.AI as a Management Tool and Existential Threat: Both hosts ponder the future role of AI in society, ranging from its potential to replace human managers with algorithmic oversight to Elon Musk's controversial stance on merging humanity with AI through initiatives like Neuralink. These reflections underscore the growing influence of AI in shaping human interactions and decisions.Imagination and the Cost of Knowledge: The advent of AI significantly lowers the cost of generating and accessing new knowledge, which raises profound questions about how humanity will adapt. The hosts speculate on how AI might impact creativity, societal evolution, and even the formation of entirely new paradigms that transcend existing frameworks of understanding.

I am reviewing the all of the themes of the health hacks that I have created throughout 2024 and today I am reviewing the topic of stress management and hopefully encouraging you to create a stress management toolbox for yourself.About the Host:Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner and Master Practitioner in NLP and Timeline Therapy and a Board Designated Hypnotherapy Teacher Trainer, helping people get to the root cause of their health issues and then get lasting results. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural herbs and supplements. Melissa's business is 100% virtual – the lab tests are mailed directly to your home and she specializes in holding your hand and guiding the way to healing so that you don't have to figure it all out on your own.Melissa is the winner of the 2021 & 2022 Quality Care Award by Business From The Heart and is also the recipient of the Alignable “Local Business Person of the Year “Award 2022 for Whistler.Melissa has been featured at a number of Health & Wellness Summits, such as the Health, Wealth & Wisdom Summit, The Power To Profit Summit, The Feel Fan-freaking-tas-tic Summit, the Aim Higher Summit and many more! She has also guested on over 60 different podcasts teaching people about the importance of prioritizing our health and how to get started. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/yourguidedhealthjourney Thanks for listening!If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below! Subscribe to the podcast!If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe on the podcast app on your mobile device.

We discuss a rope management tool for wind turbine maintenance, TotalEnergies' floating offshore wind anchor idea, and a stress relief device. Fill out our Uptime listener survey and enter to win an Uptime mug! Register for Wind Energy O&M Australia! https://www.windaustralia.com Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Pardalote Consulting - https://www.pardaloteconsulting.comWeather Guard Lightning Tech - www.weatherguardwind.comIntelstor - https://www.intelstor.com This is Power Up, where groundbreaking wind energy ideas become your clean energy future. Here's your hosts, Allen Hall and Phil Totaro. Allen Hall: Well, Phil, our first patent of the week is a clever, portable device for managing industrial ropes used in wind turbine maintenance. Now, the key to this innovation is a rope driver system that combines mechanical and electrical components to safely control wind energy. Heavy duty ropes, and we know those can be kind of a pain to deal with. This device features a rope storage container with a hardened lower portion and a flexible top portion, along with a motorized driver mechanism that can both lift and lower ropes. And I'll think of it as a sophisticated wind system that not only moves the rope, but stores it properly, too. Seems like a lot of good uses for this idea, Phil. Phil Totaro: And when you consider that regardless of remote inspection technology, we still do end up dangling a lot of service techs off ropes in, in this industry. So, this is actually something that comes from seemingly independent inventors with no corporate affiliation. And it's, there's a lot of patents like that that are usually just kind of crackpot things that, Is something that's never going to be adopted by the industry. This is something I hope they can find a way to commercialize or, find somebody that is interested in licensing this or acquiring the, the patent because this is actually Besides being kind of a clever and unique idea, I think this would actually come in handy in a lot of sites, because if you have multiple techs working on a blade repair up tower you can get techs. Crossed ropes, and it creates a safety issue. So having proper storage really does come in handy and, and enhances safety of, of uptower workers. Allen Hall: Our next idea comes from TotalEnergies, One Tech. And it is a patent that tackles one of the biggest challenges in offshore wind, how to securely Anchor wind turbines to the seabed. Now, the invention introduces an innovative monopile foundation design that's specifically engineered for offshore wind turbines. And the key feature is a specialized lower end structure with inner and outer tubes connected by Wing plates, they create compartments, think of it as a hybrid between a traditional monopile and a suction bucket foundation. Now, what makes this design special is how it handles both the vertical and horizontal forces from the turbine. And Phil, we all know trying to attach the C4 is really complicated and Totaro Energies has been out in the forefront of this for a number of years. This patent is just one of those ideas from Totaro. Phil Totaro: Yeah, and, and, like we've been talking about on PowerUp over the past few weeks, the reason I wanted to, to key in on this one today was, besides being this clever combination of kind of a, as you said, either a suction bucket or a jacket type approach and a monopile which, again, you would, you would not necessarily use this everywhere, but this is something that would come in for potentially sites in France where they're looking to d...

Sale Day… that day we all look forward to every year… but often manage the least for it.  Brett Crosby (Custom Ag Solutions) and Dave Voth (Good Grazing Makes Cent$) join me today as we discuss the costs' to our business when we don't provide adequate time nor have the proper information of potential future market prices before us as we make management decisions that affect the marketing of our livestock that will garner the highest net return. So to gather that future price information, Brett will share with us about Beef Basis, a tool that will forecast calf prices. The decisions you make are only as good as the information you have before you, so if you'd like to be more confident in your management decisions that affect your marketing… listen in Link: Beef Basis #workingranchmagazine #ranchlife #ranching #dayweather #weather #agweather #beef #cows #livestock #cattle #cowpunchercoffee #TankToad #BarnOwl #NewGenerationFeeds #CalfCatcher #APECCattle #Heterosis #SimmAngus #Marketing #NetProfit

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Hey CEO- Just one more sleep till you can officially get your hands on the REDEEM Her Time Planner. I don't know who's more excited…me or those of you here in the REDEEM Her Time Community…probably both! So before you click add-to-cart this time tomorrow (Nov 12th) I wanted to take a few min to not only share the story behind creating the REDEEM Her Time Planner, but also how this is unlike any other planner you've ever tried or seen and how it's more than just a planner…You see it's the UN-Time Management tool you need to shift everything about how you approach time…and the ROI you see in every area of your life + biz. That's because where you are now is a direct result of how you've spent your time up till now…which is good news, cuz that means that where you'll be 12 months from now will be the direct result of how you spend your time from now until then! And WITH-God there's always an abundant ROI cuz He's the exceedingly, abundantly beyond all we can ask or imagine kind of God…to Him be the glory, amen? Be sure to stick with me till the end cuz I'm gonna give you the LAUNCH DAY discount code + a sneak peek at what you can win when you shop on launch day! And yes, you can (and should) share this episode with a biz bestie or two (or better yet, more than just a few) Cuz like I said, this is more than just a planner…wanna hear why? I pray this blesses, challenges and moves you to action!Check out the planner here (and literally checkout on NOV 12th with code LAUNCHDAY2024)Come join the conversation (+ implementation) afterwards inside the REDEEM Her Time CommunityYOU. HAVE. TIME. LissaP.S. Watch the REDEEM Your Time Masterclass to shift EVERYTHING about how you approach TIME in both Life + Biz https://redeemhertime.com/masterclass

Hey CEO- Just one more sleep till you can officially get your hands on the REDEEM Her Time Planner. I don't know who's more excited…me or those of you here in the REDEEM Her Time Community…probably both! So before you click add-to-cart this time tomorrow (Nov 12th) I wanted to take a few min to not only share the story behind creating the REDEEM Her Time Planner, but also how this is unlike any other planner you've ever tried or seen and how it's more than just a planner…You see it's the UN-Time Management tool you need to shift everything about how you approach time…and the ROI you see in every area of your life + biz. That's because where you are now is a direct result of how you've spent your time up till now…which is good news, cuz that means that where you'll be 12 months from now will be the direct result of how you spend your time from now until then! And WITH-God there's always an abundant ROI cuz He's the exceedingly, abundantly beyond all we can ask or imagine kind of God…to Him be the glory, amen? Be sure to stick with me till the end cuz I'm gonna give you the LAUNCH DAY discount code + a sneak peek at what you can win when you shop on launch day! And yes, you can (and should) share this episode with a biz bestie or two (or better yet, more than just a few) Cuz like I said, this is more than just a planner…wanna hear why? I pray this blesses, challenges and moves you to action!Check out the planner here (and literally checkout on NOV 12th with code LAUNCHDAY2024)Come join the conversation (+ implementation) afterwards inside the REDEEM Her Time CommunityYOU. HAVE. TIME. LissaP.S. Watch the REDEEM Your Time Masterclass to shift EVERYTHING about how you approach TIME in both Life + Biz https://redeemhertime.com/masterclass

This Flashback Friday is from episode 1205, published last May 30, 2019.  Jason Hartman and Adam kick off today's episode answering some listener questions from Brenda and Roger. They want to know about how Jason's family was able to make real estate investing work in California, as well as planning for CapEx repairs as a landlord. Then Jason talks with Frank Barletta, Co-Founder and CEO of UpTop, about how his software can help self-managing property owners. Frank explains how UpTop helps landlords deal with leases and maintenance requests, as well as how to use the platform. Key Takeaways: 5:50 Listen Question from Brenda: Jason doesn't like investing in California but his Aunt has successfully invested in Sacramento, CA. How did she succeed? 6:22 Real estate as an asset is so powerful that it can turn decent investments into great investments over time 8:36 How to account for large CapEx repairs 12:23 It's crucial to look at your inspect report thoroughly and make sure the items that were supposed to be done were done properly so you don't get surprise expenses later Frank Barletta Interview: 19:33 What does a landlord do with UpTop? 22:33 Where UpTop makes its money 27:38 How UpTop handles leases 28:25 Dealing with maintenance issues through UpTop Website: www.JasonHartman.com/Ask www.LiveUpTop.com Jason Hartman's Real Estate Investor Update Alexa Skill   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

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Sexologist Christine Rafe is a sex and relationships expert for Womanizer, a brand dedicated to supporting women's sexual health and pleasure. Womanizer recently teamed up with the Kinsey Institute, world renowned for its research on human sexuality, to conduct a fascinating new study that looks at the importance of both masturbation and sex as effective tools for helping to manage menopausal symptoms. In this podcast, Christine shares details about the study and how we can go about enjoying the benefits for ourselves. womanizer.com/auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Power Producers Shoptalk, David Carothers interviews Dustin Boss, co-founder of Emerge Apps. Dustin discusses how his experience as a producer led him to develop a suite of technology tools for agents, including OSHA compliance and risk management software. He shares insights into how these tools can help agents offer more than just insurance by focusing on compliance, safety, and risk management. This episode highlights creative ways to approach middle-market clients and the importance of leveraging technology to differentiate from competitors. Key Points Non-Insurance Engagement Dustin emphasizes leading with value beyond insurance, such as compliance and safety solutions, to build deeper relationships with clients. Emerge Apps Suite Dustin's company offers several tools, including OSHA Logs and Automate Safety, that help agents open doors by providing compliance solutions, reducing client risks, and locking in retention. Innovative Sales Approach By working outside of traditional insurance renewal cycles and focusing on pain points like OSHA compliance, agents can subtly displace incumbent relationships and gain long-term clients. Customization and Real-Time Insights Tools like OSHA Logs allow agents to monitor clients' safety records in real-time, helping to prevent issues before they escalate into claims, which ultimately improves client retention. Future of Risk Management Emerge Apps continues to innovate with new products like Light Duty Works, aiming to offer comprehensive solutions for managing workplace safety and reducing claims. Connect with: David Carothers LinkedIn Dustin Boss LinkedIn Kyle Houck LinkedIn Visit Websites: Power Producer Base Camp Emerge Apps Killing Commercial Crushing Content Power Producers Podcast Policytee The Dirty 130 The Extra 2 Minutes

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Hey CEO- Happy October! You know what makes me more excited than pumpkin spice latte season- it's REDEEM Her Time Planner Season! And even though our official Reveal Day is not until Oct 29th, over the next few weeks, I'm gonna give you a peek inside…cuz I know this is gonna shift EVERYTHING about how you approach time and I can't keep it all to myself till you get it in your hands. But I gotta warn you- this planner is NOT like what you'll find in the office section at Target or even on the website of your go-to planner each year. This planner is the UN-Time Management tool you gotta have as a busy Christian woman who doesn't want to manage 1 more thing! Cuz you're managing enough these days- from your family and friendships to your money and home to your wellness and service…not to mention the work, business or ministry you're called to…. But guess what- you don't have to manage one more thing (especially your time)…in fact, you don't have to manage any of it- how freeing would that be? Stick around for this episode cuz I'm gonna show you how to UN-manage your time…and a lot of other things. You ready to let go of that MANAGING role? Good.I pray this blesses, challenges and moves you to action!Come join the conversation (+ implementation) afterwards inside the REDEEM Her Time CommunityYOU. HAVE. TIME. LissaP.S. Watch the REDEEM Your Time Masterclass to shift EVERYTHING about how you approach TIME in both Life + Biz https://redeemhertime.com/masterclass

Hey CEO- Happy October! You know what makes me more excited than pumpkin spice latte season- it's REDEEM Her Time Planner Season! And even though our official Reveal Day is not until Oct 29th, over the next few weeks, I'm gonna give you a peek inside…cuz I know this is gonna shift EVERYTHING about how you approach time and I can't keep it all to myself till you get it in your hands. But I gotta warn you- this planner is NOT like what you'll find in the office section at Target or even on the website of your go-to planner each year. This planner is the UN-Time Management tool you gotta have as a busy Christian woman who doesn't want to manage 1 more thing! Cuz you're managing enough these days- from your family and friendships to your money and home to your wellness and service…not to mention the work, business or ministry you're called to…. But guess what- you don't have to manage one more thing (especially your time)…in fact, you don't have to manage any of it- how freeing would that be? Stick around for this episode cuz I'm gonna show you how to UN-manage your time…and a lot of other things. You ready to let go of that MANAGING role? Good.I pray this blesses, challenges and moves you to action!Come join the conversation (+ implementation) afterwards inside the REDEEM Her Time CommunityYOU. HAVE. TIME. LissaP.S. Watch the REDEEM Your Time Masterclass to shift EVERYTHING about how you approach TIME in both Life + Biz https://redeemhertime.com/masterclass

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What are corporates and financial institutions looking for from Islamic hedging tools? What exposures can realistically be managed and how do Islamic hedging tools fit into a wider risk management framework? What can and cannot be structured, and what are the most prominent principles hedging tools are based on? What is the Tahawwut Master Agreement and why is it important? How can hedging tools be used for specific purposes such as Islamic energy commodity derivative trades?Moderator:Abdulkader Thomas, Group President and CEO, SHAPE Knowledge ServicesPanelists:Ahmed Ali Siddiqui, Senior Executive Vice President & Head Shariah Compliance, Meezan BankMohamed Iqbal Mohamed Iqbal, Independent Non-Executive Director, Agrobank MalaysiaDr Mohammad Mahbubi, Chairman, Sidogiri Islamic Institute

In this episode Remi answers all of your questions to get even more details about her wild birth: How would you describe the pain? How painful do you rate it? Was it what you expected?Looking back is there anything you'd change about preparing and planning for labor? Or did you feel like you did everything you could to prep? If you had to do labor and delivery all over again, what would you do differently, if anything? Do you wish you had gotten an epidural close to arrival instead? Would you have declined the pitocin?Would you have another hospital birth, if you had another one?Anything you would change for your next birth?Should I suggest hospital staff to suggest positions through all labor or should that come from a  doula I bring only?Were you worried about pooping while pushing?Was any of the 3 doctors you had your actual OB?Had you met the second OB, the one that was awful, beforehand?Can you request a specific room in advanced?What do you think caused contractions to slow down when they were already at 1-2min and 10cm? What did you feel was the reason as to why you were 10cm dilated, but things weren't progressing?I heard an epidural was only avail until a certain point n labor, is it true? What would you advice for partners to know before to support labor?Any tips to refuse interventions like the c section or cervical checks?What was the ONE most efficient way to manage pain?Did Nate have gloves to cut the cord?How to deal with rude staff? I experienced it and I was so sad. Any tips in success in communicating with them and not letting them disrupt your mindset?What was the final position that you pushed in, did you try other positions when you were actively pushing with the last doctor?How long did you wait for delayed cord clamping?Tune in and find out these and much more!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram for more updates, bts and ask us episode questions @momfriendspodYou can also follow us on our personal accounts @rrayyme & @laura.gimbertAnd remember to subscribe so you don't miss any of our episodes, out every Tuesday!This podcast does not provide any medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen.

Hi Guys!   In this episode I talk about how to create quick time blocks for your week.  No planner required, just a piece of paper and a pencil.  You will feel AMAZING once you do this quick activity, and your week will be more productive, calm, orderly, AND you will have time to move the needle forward in all areas of your life because you won't be bouncing from task to task. We would love you to join us in the fb group!  Here's the link to join us in the decluttering challenges: https://www.facebook.com/groups/declutteryourchaos xo, Amber    

Hi Guys!   In this episode I talk about how to create quick time blocks for your week.  No planner required, just a piece of paper and a pencil.  You will feel AMAZING once you do this quick activity, and your week will be more productive, calm, orderly, AND you will have time to move the needle forward in all areas of your life because you won't be bouncing from task to task. We would love you to join us in the fb group!  Here's the link to join us in the decluttering challenges: https://www.facebook.com/groups/declutteryourchaos xo, Amber    

Get It TAGether! Tag Diagnostics + New Consent Management Tools for Advertisers This week on Marketing O'Clock, Google helps advertisers get their acts TAGether with Tag Diagnostics and consent management tools. Plus, it's exhausting rooting for the Anti(trust)-Hero as Google lands itself in hot water with the DOJ again. Then, is this what streams are made of? YouTube rolls out a new targeting option that benefits creators and brands. Visit us at - https://marketingoclock.com/ Start your free trial. Free Trial - https://www.optmyzr.com/?utm_source=sponsorship&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=marketingoclock

#SCOTUS: On "price-gouging" home mortgage "subsidizing" and other micro management tools. Richard Epstein, Hoover Institution https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamesbroughel/2024/08/22/harriss-proposed-ban-on-price-gouging-stirs-debate-on-price-controls/ 1910 AURORA, NEVADA

Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley sits down with Client Technology Coordinator Brenda Khalil to discuss the importance of utilizing updated risk management tools like the SafetyOne™ mobile app. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Alyssa Burley⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brenda Khalil⁠⁠ Editor: ⁠⁠⁠Staff Editor⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “News Room News” by Spence © Copyright 2024. Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. All rights reserved.

Are your team members missing out on sales opportunities? Do you know their conversion ratios and how to help them close more treatments and procedures? Do you have a system in place to track your team's performance and coach them to success? If not, it might be time to consider a lead management tool!Tune in to this episode of Shorr Solutions: The Podcast, where our host and practice management expert, Jay Shorr, teams up with our Director of Client Development, Ana Suarez, and Client Success Manager, Cristian Devoz, to discuss how to effectively utilize a lead management tool. You'll discover why having a lead management tool is essential, what features to look for, best practices for using it, how to avoid common mistakes, and much more!Schedule your free 30-minute consult with our expert, Jay Shorr, here. To sign up for our Conversion Cascade online course, click here. Don't forget to enter code PODCAST at checkout for 20% OFF!   Connect with us: Website: https://shorrsolutions.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorrsolutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shorrsolutions LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shorrsolutions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBestMBS1/featured 

Dr. Huntley discusses the importance of project management tools for entrepreneurs. She emphasizes that the best tool is the one that works for you and helps you stay organized and meet deadlines. Dr. Huntley shares examples of project management tools, including Excel, Trello, Monday.com, ClickUp, and Asana. She highlights the features and benefits of each tool and encourages listeners to try them out and see which one suits their needs. Dr. Huntley also mentions her mastermind group program for established public health entrepreneurs.   Resources Website https://PublicHealthEntrepreneurs.com Grab your copy of: Top 10 Tips For Finding Clients Grab your copy of: Top 10 Tips For Getting Started Submit a question you'd like us to answer on this podcast here. Learn more about the Public Health Entrepreneurs Mastermind group program here.

My guest is Grammy Nominated Music Metadata Professional Tony Brooke. Tony has worked on projects for Richard Thompson, Coldplay, David Byrne, twenty one pilots, Maroon 5, Jane's Addiction, Duran Duran, Steve Miller, Norah Jones, Erasure, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Doobie Brothers, Sarah McLachlan, Elvis Costello, Seal, George Clinton, Emmylou Harris, Indigo Girls, Lucinda Williams, Dave Chappelle, Khaled & Carlos Santana, Herbie Hancock, Stern Grove Festival, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival. He's also worked for Pandora/SiriusXM and Warner Music Group. --------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss Tony's Audio Production Journey Background and Education Bay Area Move Technical Skills & Equipment Live Music Engineer to Entrepreneur Tascam DA88 Benefits Multi-Track Services Gig Organization Logistics Music Industry Experiences Seasonal Income Fluctuations Business Diversification Website Development Ultimate Track Sheet Career Transition Insights Digital Console Shift Career Coach Influence Master's Degree Pursuit Family Support Gratitude Work-Life Balance Challenges Music Industry Pressures Honesty and Humility Importance Music Data Exchange Research DDEX XML Format Pandora Credit Inclusion Apple Credit Attribution Issues Identifier Initiative Music Data Management Tools Sound Credit Replacement Muse.AI & Other Databases Data Accuracy Challenges Technological Changes Preparation Three-Tiered Data Storage Data Preservation Strategies Copyrighted Compositions Importance Streaming Service Identification Online Course Idea Digital Data Management Strategies --------------------------------- Matt's Rant: Embracing Social Media --------------------------------- Links and Show Notes Book Matt mentions in Rant: Day Trading Attention Tools for capturing data in the studio:  Sound Credit: https://www.soundcredit.com/  Session Studio: https://www.sessionstudio.com/  VEVA Collect: https://vevacollect.com/  Identifiers: ISNI (International Standard Name Identifier): http://isni.org/  ISWC (International Standard Musical Work Code): https://www.iswc.org/  DDEX standards for music data exchange: https://ddex.net/  CLIP - Free resource to learn industry terminology, creator rights, and how to get credited and paid: https://goclip.org/en/music  Master Tape Rescue project to find a home for lost tapes and other formats (Brian Kehew and Danny White): https://www.mastertaperescue.com/  Tony Brooke on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonybrooke/  SilentWay.com: http://www.silentway.com/  --------------------------------- Credits Guest: Tony Brooke Host: Matt Boudreau Engineer: Matt Boudreau Producer: Matt Boudreau Editing: Anne-Marie Pleau  WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell  Announcer: Chuck Smith     

When you're a beginning teacher, you're worried about implementing the most effective strategies, procedures, routines, and lesson plans. And while those are important aspects to teaching and classroom management, you also need to consider your mental health and having a positive teacher mindset. Alicia shares how she's used The Classroom Management Club to reframe the way she sees herself as an educator and the ways she's used its resources in unexpected ways. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/classroom-management-tool Buy my new book, Dear New Teacher, Here's Exactly What to Do: Your 5-Step Ready for School Roadmap Book for Elementary Classrooms: https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7  Free Masterclass - Your 5-Step Classroom Management Reset: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/the-5-step-reset  Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk  Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist

Is managing your time and energy one of your biggest obstacles to hitting your health and fitness goals?Is managing your focus and your emotions a big obstacle in you going to the gym, eating the right things, and looking the way you want to look?If you feel like time, energy, focus, and emotions are big parts of holding you back, then this episode is for you.Today I'm going to talk about time management tools that will help you more gracefully navigate these things so that you can look and feel the way you want to.Before we dive in, if you're listening on the Apple Podcast App or Spotify be sure to hit the follow button and if you're watching on YouTube be sure to hit like and subscribe!You're listening to The Best You Podcast, where we teach you the healthy habits you need to look and feel like your Best You. My name is Nick Carrier and I'm a Body Optimization Coach and creator of The 10-Week Transformation. The 10-WT has helped over 700 people regain confidence in their bodies by making them leaner, stronger, and healthier than ever before. Looking for an at-home fitness program that holds you accountable to working out and eating healthy? Try out the 1-Week FREE Trial of the 10-Week Transformation and receive:-        3 workouts-        Breakfast, lunch, and dinner recipesAnd see if it's a good fit for you. Try the 1-Week FREE Trial at:www.nickcarrier.com/freetrial

Hosts Will Larry and Victoria Guido interview Sarah Touzani, the founder of Waggle AI, an AI leadership skills coach. Sarah shares insights from her entrepreneurial journey, discussing how her past pottery hobby has influenced her focus and patience, which are crucial skills in her role as a founder. She explains how her transition from a traditional business school path to a senior role in a fast-growing startup, and eventually to founding Waggle AI, was driven by a desire to foster better managerial skills and workplace culture. Sarah talks about the early challenges and pivots in developing Waggle AI, such as incorporating AI for automatic note-taking to reduce user friction. She describes how Waggle AI assists in meeting preparations, records notes, and provides feedback on leadership skills, helping managers improve their delegation and empathy skills. She also highlights the importance of blending productivity tools with leadership development to enhance team performance and individual well-being. The discussion also touches on the ethical considerations and core values driving Waggle AI, to emphasize user privacy and minimizing additional workload for managers. Sarah concludes by outlining her vision for the product, focusing on deepening the AI's understanding of managers and adapting recommendations to individual team members' needs. Waggle AI (https://www.usewaggle.ai/) Follow Waggle AI on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearewaggle/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/waggle__ai/), TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@waggleai), or X (https://twitter.com/waggle_ai). Follow Sarah Touzani on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-touzani/). Follow thoughtbot on X (https://twitter.com/thoughtbot) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/150727/). Transcript: WILL: This is the Giant Robots Smashing Into Other Giant Robots podcast, where we explore the design, development, and business of great products. I'm your host, Will Larry. VICTORIA: And I'm your other host, Victoria Guido. And with us today is Sarah Touzani, Founder of Waggle AI, your AI leadership skills coach. Sarah, thank you for joining us. SARAH: Of course. Thanks for having me. VICTORIA: To open us up here, what is a past or current hobby that you enjoy? SARAH: I need to be honest. I haven't done much outside of working since I started the company. But prior to that, I used to spend a lot of time in a pottery studio making pots, and bowls, and mugs, and gifting them to anyone I meet. WILL: That's really impressive because I tried it for, like, I think a college class. And if you make one mistake, the whole thing gets ruined. I think I made, like, a little, very small bowl, and that was all I could get [laughs]. SARAH: Yeah. I'm not surprised. It takes a lot of practice and a lot of extreme focus in a way because, like you said, like, the single moment your hand moves slightly off, the whole thing is over. WILL: What's the item that was the most complicated or you're the most proud of? SARAH: I would say a big bowl that I made, which has a bit of an odd shape because, actually, it was going bad. And I kind of caught it back and made that mistake into something done on purpose in the design, and it worked quite well. But it's also not your average pot or average bowl you see everywhere. VICTORIA: That's really cool. And I echo Will's sentiments of being impressed by people who can do pottery because I did take a class right before the pandemic. And then, the pandemic hit, and we weren't able to fire any of our pieces [laughs]. But I found that it took just a lot of patience, even to be able to figure out the first step. Like, putting the clay onto the spinning wheel and doing that correctly just takes a lot of practice. And so, I'm curious if you find any of those skills or values from doing pottery translate into being a founder. SARAH: Yeah, actually, this is funny because I wrote a blog article about this a few years ago when I first started. I think there are a lot of learnings to take away from that and bring into work, weirdly. It's that sense of focus. When you're starting a company very early, there's a million things that you want to be doing and, actually, you can't. You need to do one thing and do it well. And the ability to zoom in and focus on one single thing is a massive game changer. Also, my last job was as busy and insane as the current one, which is being a founder, because it was, like, a senior role in a super-fast-growing startup. And I was always on my phone, or always thinking about work, or always having something coming at me and trying to answer questions and do stuff on Slack. And with your hands dirty, you're actually forced not to do any work and go back to that focus and that mental clarity. And that was also, like, extremely valuable back then. So, saying this out loud makes me think that I probably should go back and do it. VICTORIA: I recommend it. I did a hand pottery class with my little sister. I have a big sister, little sister mentorship relationship. And we made little ceramics, and it was super fun. Just, like, an hour a week. SARAH: Super nice. WILL: So, Sarah, you mentioned a little bit about your background. Tell us more about that. Where did you get started? How did you become a founder of your company? How did the idea come up? Just anything in those areas. SARAH: Yeah. Sounds good. So, I have a bit of, like, a traditional business school type of profile. I was a good student. I didn't really know what I wanted to do. So, I went into a business school, graduated, went into banking and consulting, which are, I guess, those, like, sexy jobs that you want to get when you are still at school. And I had done them and felt a bit out of place because I wanted to get things to move way faster than they were moving in these, like, very corporate set-in-their-ways type of companies. So, left that industry and moved to a very early-stage startup. I used to live in Paris back then, and I moved to London. At the same time, joined a very early-stage startup in FinTech. We were four when I joined. And we didn't have a product, didn't have any revenue. And I had to grow that company to about 200,000 customers, 50 million series A, and 80 people in the team, of which I managed about 50. All of this happened in 4 years. And I was hired into that role because of my background and because of my experience in risk management, compliance, like, all of the very technical aspects of my career. But at the end of the day, I spent most of my time trying to build a culture that motivated people to do their best work that enabled people to perform. And that's not something you really get to learn either at school or, in most cases, at work either. You just need to figure it out. So, I was trying to find a way where we could enable managers to learn these skills once they're in the job. Because when they mess up and when I messed up as a manager, it had a cost not only on the company but also on the wellbeing and mental health of the people that I was managing. And I couldn't really find a solution existing. So, I started working on one and spoke to one of my best friends about it, who is a multiple-time founder, and we just got to work. And fast forward a year and a half, here we are. VICTORIA: I'm wondering if there was anything in the early phases that surprised you in the customer discovery process, maybe caused you to shift direction. SARAH: Yeah, definitely. So, early days, we started with this problem, which is that most interactions between a team member and their manager happen in meetings. And that, overall, everyone is kind of frustrated with meetings, especially post-COVID, where we started doing a bunch of them online. It seemed to not work. And it seems that meeting management skills were a bit absent, and they should be part of the toolbox for a manager. So, started by trying to help managers run better meetings. And we relied on them taking notes from those meetings, like, in writing preparing for those meetings and taking notes for them in writing. And quickly realized that a very small portion of people were actually doing that note-taking. It seems obvious saying it out loud now, but back then, we didn't really know that. And so, we kind of had to switch gears and use way more AI than we intended, at least at that stage, to enable that automatic note-taking and gathering of data for us to be able to support the managers. Because if we don't know what they're working on and what's happening in their world, it's super hard for us to give them any feedback. But if they don't take notes and share them with us, then we can't really do anything. So, I had to shift gears and build an embedded note taker within the product to remove, like, a big portion of that friction that we saw with early users. WILL: I love that and just your whole product. I'm a productivity nerd, so I just love it. And I was a manager for a couple of years, and it's not the easiest. So, I love what your product is doing. Can you give us an overview of exactly what your product does so the audience can know what we're talking about? SARAH: Yeah, of course. So, the product is an AI coach or an AI co-pilot for managers. And the way it works is it connects to your calendar. It creates a space to collaborate with your team on each of the meetings you have. Prior to the meeting happening, we also give you access to one-click templates and ways to run those meetings. And then, when the meeting is happening, the Waggle Bot joins the call, takes notes for you, picks up on both action items that you mentioned during the conversation, who they were assigned to, who mentioned them, but also decisions that were made or about to be made that you need to either come back to and confirm or make sure that everyone is aware of. And finally, and the most exciting part, to me, is that it gives you feedback on your leadership skills, a bit like if your coach was listening to your conversations with your team members. And it will say things like, "You mentioned a few tasks during this call, and you didn't delegate any of them to the team while you had the opportunity to. So, next time you have a call, think about what tasks you could actually delegate," or it will say, "Well done showing empathy when Will, in your team, mentioned that their daughter was sick and that they had to leave work early today." So, it really works as a feedback loop to reinforce good behavior, but also give you tips and show you those unknowns that you didn't really think about and what impact they can have on your team and on your team's productivity. And finally, from that, we build a full picture of where you're good at, and where we can support you, and how those skills evolve over time through the feedback we give you. VICTORIA: Yeah, as a manager myself, I'm thinking about all the things I do to try to make my meetings as efficient as possible by, you know, having automatic Slack updates that say, "As a reminder, go look at your tickets, update them before the call," like, rotating who's taking notes and facilitating the meeting, and thinking about how that could reduce the burden from the team and just help everyone save time and share that information more widely. Because sometimes I do have maybe a dozen meetings in a day, like, 12, 30-minute meetings [laughs]. And that's a lot of notes to take. So, I usually estimate every meeting takes another 30 minutes to an hour to wrap up and follow up afterwards. SARAH: Yeah, I think that's a good assessment. And if you actually stick to spending those 30 minutes extra for each one of the meetings, I can tell you you're one of the best performers. Because what we've been seeing is that a lot of people, especially in startups or, like, fast-moving environments cannot afford to spend that time. So, we're trying to see how we can remove that friction and make those 30 minutes that you need to spend more like five minutes pre-meeting and potentially another five minutes after the meeting. And that's it. You're done. VICTORIA: How many people did you talk to in the first 30 and 90 days of your startup? SARAH: So, that's all we did in the first few months because we wanted to validate that this was not, like, an us problem. So, I spoke to about 75 managers over the first 2 to 3 months. So, that's in itself a lot of meetings, and a lot of calls, and a lot of recorded calls. And we still speak to an average of 5 to 10 managers per week to make sure that we keep a pulse on what our users are really experiencing and the pain points they are going through. WILL: Yeah, I could tell that you did talk to a lot of managers because I wish I would have had this whenever I had direct reports. Because I remember, early on, someone told me "No one cares what you know until they know that you care." But on the flip side of that, a lot of times, like you were saying, you're just so busy. Most companies they give you multiple direct reports, more than three or four. And it's almost impossible to really show how much you care in a small amount of time. But this seems like it makes it way more helpful to say, "Hey, I not only care about you as a worker but as a person, too." So, like you said, show empathy because they mentioned X, Y, Z, or take notes around, you know, whatever happened in this so that you know next time that, hey, ask him about that. So, I really like this idea that you created. The question I have around it is leadership is not easy. So, how did you come up with the direction to go with the leadership? If that makes sense. Because I've seen different leaderships, I've seen some leaderships it's like, yeah, show empathy. Show that you care about the person. And some it's like, no, it's all about work. All about work. And it seems like you lean more towards, I want to show that we care about the worker. So, where did you decide to take which route and things like that? SARAH: I love this because you're right. There's an art and a science to leadership. And I think, actually, there's way more science than we think. It's this common belief that leadership is something you are born with, and you don't need to learn that it's, I think, hurting both managers and the people they manage a lot. Because then people think, "Oh, but it must come naturally," or "This is a natural born leader." And as a result, the person who isn't or that people think isn't we think they're never going to change, and I don't think that's true. There's a set of behaviors that have been researched by organizational psychologists, behavioral scientists that have been shown to have impacts on people's motivation, productivity, outputs. So, we make sure to follow those best practices and those scientific data points. One of our advisors is a behavioral scientist. A couple of our advisors are leadership coaches. And one of them has even published a book around how to scale high-performing teams and high-performing companies. So, we try as much as we can to really embed what we're doing in science and in things that are known, albeit not super widely. And as you said, you need both. You need to care about the person doing the tasks, and you need to care about the tasks being done. But they can't really be separate. And you need to balance the act between the two things. So, that's why we have blended the productivity app with a part that is more centered around skills and skills development because those two things need to communicate. You can't just throw a tool at people and expect them to know how to use it. And at the same time, if you don't make sure that the upskilling and, like, feedback you give is rooted in that person's context and what they're going through, it's not going to be leveraged or used. So, our approach was really to blend these two things and make sure that, yes, this is going to make the manager's team happier, but it's also going to make them more productive. So, it's not just about happiness. It's about linking both productivity and well-being at work. VICTORIA: That's really interesting. I'm curious, how do you measure the impact you're having on wellbeing at work? What are the success indicators, and how do you know you're successful in a year or five years from now? SARAH: We only have been onboarding customers six months ago. So, I think we're starting to see some of the results we want to see, but it's still a bit early days because, as you said, behavioral change and habits take a long time to form and become sticky and start showing an impact on wellbeing. But overall, the feedback, the qualitative feedback we got was that managers feel way less imposter syndrome using the app. They feel that they are on top of what they need to achieve. They know what they're doing. They know what's expected of them. And their team also appreciates the fact that they are spending time and effort trying to get better because they know that they are using this tool to improve. So, they also get a signal that, okay, they are really trying. But at the same time, we do measure these. So, that feedback we give is actually based on measurement or assessment of each one of the skills that we measure for our users. And we have seen those scores evolve and go up over time just over the last few months. Personally, I'm quite bad at delegation. Potentially, that's why I brought it up earlier. And I have seen my score improve over the last few months using Waggle because it's more front of mind. I'm aware that I'm being assessed that almost someone is looking at what I'm doing, even if it's an AI. So, it feels a bit more safe than if it was a real person looking at what I was doing. But I know that I need to be on my A-game every day, and so I put in intentional efforts to try and delegate when I'm in a team meeting. And, potentially, I wouldn't have had that same level of awareness if I didn't get that feedback. I would just not delegate but not to be aware that I wasn't. WILL: I like what you said is AI is not like your manager sitting in the meeting with you and saying, "Hey, you have to get these scores up," but it feels safer that AI is telling you, "Hey, you have to improve your empathy and get better at that." So, I really like that idea. SARAH: Nice. Let's get you on the app then. MID-ROLL AD: Are you an entrepreneur or start-up founder looking to gain confidence in the way forward for your idea? At thoughtbot, we know you're tight on time and investment, which is why we've created targeted 1-hour remote workshops to help you develop a concrete plan for your product's next steps. Over four interactive sessions, we work with you on research, product design sprint, critical path, and presentation prep so that you and your team are better equipped with the skills and knowledge for success. Find out how we can help you move the needle at tbot.io/entrepreneurs. WILL: So, I'm looking at your website now and, you know, I'm looking at the side, and it's like, "Hey, you know, Emily presented well, you know, send them a note of encouragement, or share a summary of the email." I made so many mistakes when I was a leader, so many. I wish I would have known the benefit of...because I almost...when I first went into it, I was like, they're adults. They can take their own notes. And now that I look at it, it's like, I could have easily helped out just saying, "Hey, here's a summary of the meeting that we had, and this is how we get better," and just helping each other out. So, I really like what you're doing here and what you have already in the app. What's on the horizon for the app? What does success look like in the next six months or five years for you? SARAH: So, the way we see it is we want to know more about the managers we're helping, know more about their context, what's going on in their daily life. Because the more we know, the more we can help them and support them. So, the way we see it is now we basically get data through the calendar connection, and through the meeting notes, and transcripts that we get. But we would also like to know how they communicate with their team on Slack. How do they get their tasks done, and how does their team get their tasks done? How do they follow up on those tasks? But also, how fast do they reply to emails? What's the context of their emails? All of these things are data points that we can use to know their context and know them better and really tweak the AI so that it knows them better and it adapts to their setup. So that, as we go, what the AI tells you is completely different from what it tells me, for example, because it's got to know you, and it's got to know what interventions work well for you and which ones don't and get smarter at that. And also, it gets to know how your team reacts to those behaviors that you show and attitudes. Which types of management work for Amy in your team versus Jim, right? Because they are different people as well. And so, whatever works with one person doesn't necessarily work with another and help you adapt and flex your management style with them. VICTORIA: Do you have any other core values that drive your everyday decisions? SARAH: We want to make sure that this never turns into a spying tool, and this is super key in the way we thought about the product, and we built it from very early days. We're conscious that we're having access, and our users trust us with a lot of data. And we're never going to share that data, even with your own manager. Because this is a tool for you as a manager to work on your skills and have that growth mindset, not for someone to spy on you or know how you're behaving. So, that's a commitment that we'll never share any specific data from users to their leadership team, to their HR team, no one else in the team, really. What we also have as a guiding principle is we want to minimize the amount of work that is required from you to leverage these skills. So, we are trying to save managers' time whenever we can and wherever we can and never just, like, load a lot of content and feedback on them that they're not going to have time to process an action. So to strike a balance between, okay, well, you probably need to spend a bit more time on this specific skill or following up on this specific meeting. But we also saved you two hours today throughout the day so that you can focus on that extra half an hour work that is going to help your skills improve. WILL: What are some of your biggest hurdles? SARAH: Well, basically, this didn't exist until now. And so, just finding how we talk about it and, like, I mean, no one is looking for the solution because they don't know it's there, right? So, the first part is, how do we find people that we can support and help who aren't necessarily looking for this but are looking for alternative solutions that exist right now? And how do we talk about it in a way that makes them click and makes them envision this new way of doing things as a potential better way? A lot of startups go through this journey. But basically, no one was looking for Ubers before Uber existed. People would hail a cab. And so, at the beginning, Uber pretended to be a cab service before they said, "Okay, we're actually not a cab. We're something else." And so, that something else is what we're trying to define right now. VICTORIA: I used to live in a neighborhood in DC where the cab drivers would not go to [laughs]. So, I really loved Uber when it first started because I could actually get a ride. So, that's where some of the innovation comes in sometimes. It's like, solving a problem and seeing the demand and then building a product around it. I'm curious about how you're building an AI product and how are you thinking about controlling the cost and the kind of infrastructure demands of an app like Waggle? SARAH: To be completely honest, we're not focused on that so much right now. I think it's a very fair question, and it's something that we're going to start to have to look into as we start to scale. But, for now, we're really focused on figuring out are we delivering the value we want to deliver to our users? Can we fix the problems they are hiring us to fix? But yeah, for sure, at scale, this is super costly, and we'll need to figure out the unit economics of the product and how to make it work, but we're not there yet. VICTORIA: And how are you finding the resources to be able to experiment and have the time to build this product? What networks, or communities, or venues have you found to create space to build your app? SARAH: So, we've been through Techstars last year. And I think the network around Techstars was super useful in gathering a lot of feedback in a very short amount of time over the three months that the program lasted. And we try to put a lot of content out there to try help people who are looking for solutions to communicate with an employee who's not performing at the level they expected them to or for a manager that doesn't know how to do a one-on-one. This type of content we're putting it out for free because it's solving our end user's problem, partially at least, and puts us on their radar. So, they might think, "Okay, I started looking into this first problem because that's what's front of mind right now. But as I see this product, it potentially could help me through a lot more issues that I'm currently having," and get visibility across those users that are exactly our perfect type of user. But yeah, overall, trying to put content out there creates a community around us. Lots of connections that happen through LinkedIn, through existing networks, through our users talking to other users about us, and even a number of coaches and L&D experts who really, really love what we're doing and talk about us to their users, to their customers and spread the word that way. WILL: You're talking about, like, explaining the product to your customers and everyone. I think, for me, it resonates fairly easy because I made so many mistakes as a leader. And I'm like, oh, this could have helped me so many times to be a better leader. And so, I'll make an assumption. It seems like your product was made out of you making mistakes and learning from them, and you built a product because you want to be a better leader. So, my question for you is: What advice would you go back and give yourself when you first started? What's some advice that you can go back in time and give yourself? SARAH: One of the first ones, and one of the biggest mistakes, and I've also heard this from so many other managers, is that as human beings, we tend to treat people the way we would like to be treated. And very quickly, we understand that that's not how things work. So, I used to like having space not to be managed very closely. So, I would just naturally give a lot of space to the people I started managing when I first started. It might work for some of them, but not for all of them. And that's what created the most issues and lack of performance, I would say, coming from them. And it's easy to think, oh, it's their fault. They're not performing. But no, it's my fault as a manager because I didn't adapt to their needs, and I didn't give them what they needed to perform. And that's, again, very different from one person to another. VICTORIA: Yeah. And I'm curious to go back to something you mentioned earlier about empathy. And just maybe how do you build an AI with a sense of empathy that helps managers be more empathetic? SARAH: So, again, interestingly, AI can pick up on human behaviors way more than we think. Like, the feedback we get from the app sometimes is super interesting and, like, sometimes even a bit scary because these are patterns, right? AI is good at recognizing patterns. If you tell it what to look for, it will find it. So, it works. It just works. VICTORIA: Well, I'm very curious to try it out. And I have some people I'm thinking about who work in building empathy with developers and engineers, and they probably would also really love to try it out. SARAH: Nice. Send them our way. VICTORIA: Of course. Do you have any questions for me or Will? SARAH: Yeah. What's the hardest thing you're currently doing at work that you would love support on? WILL: I think as a developer, there's a lot of things that I don't know that I wish I know what direction to take. Because I feel like as a developer, you come in and you're like, I want to learn X, Y, Z, but there's so much to uncover. For example, mobile, there's so many directions to learn with mobile. In the technical part, probably sometimes what direction to go in my learning and things like that. Because, like, I'm a senior developer, and I've reached a certain part. But I feel like now it's like you learn on the go. Like, oh, I have this problem. Let me solve it. So, sometimes I wish I can get ahead of that and be like, hey, go learn how to do this because you're going to use it later. So, that's probably my biggest thing with technical. And probably relational, you touched on it a little bit, but naturally, we're bent towards treating other people the way we want to be treated. And so, what that says is everyone around me has my exact background, my exact trauma, my exact upbringing. So, if you treat them that way, this should make sense, and that's just not the way it is. And so, I think, for me, it's making sure that I remind myself of that and to listen, to understand that background, trauma, whatever, of the people that I'm working with so that I can get to know them better and understand them better, and then I can know how to treat them. So, I would say that's probably my two biggest things that I have to continually work on and fight to make sure that I'm doing it the right way. SARAH: I love that. VICTORIA: Yeah. I really appreciate that perspective, Will. And from a slightly different angle, I think I'm someone who really enjoys complex tasks. So, I think those are actually more fun and easier to do [laughs] but that more mundane tasks are kind of difficult. And making sure I'm on top of those, like, tiny, little to-dos that make you effective just consistently with certain managing tasks. But I think in terms of complexity and one of the hardest things to do, kind of along the lines of what Will was saying, you have to establish a common language between your team. And you have to have a system for managing your work so that everyone feels heard and everyone understands each other, and so you can move quickly and make decisions. So, I think that's a really complicated task. And the more people you have, the more complicated it is. There's just so many different ways of solving that problem, and everyone comes back from different cultures, different corporate cultures, different tools that they've used, and their preferences. And people's preferences on tools can almost be religious, and that's interesting to me how strongly people can hold on to how they've been doing things. And making that shift in direction step by step and having the patience for it, I think, is difficult. SARAH: It's so funny that most problems, at the end of the day, are people problems, even if they don't start by being that. WILL: I totally agree with that because I chose what company to work for based off of the people and the culture more than the other problems. Because I've worked in some companies that had a great culture, but the people were treated right. And I enjoyed working with the people that I was working with. And then, I had some that I'm like, uh, I got to go in today and deal with such and such, and ugh. I think you're spot on. That caused me more stress than trying to solve the actual tasks that I was working on. So, yeah, I actually choose companies that I like working with the people. So, with thoughtbot, I love my co-workers. I love getting to know them the diversity in it. So, that's one of the reasons why I love thoughtbot so much. SARAH: What a great way to end this. VICTORIA: Yes. Thank you so much for being here with us today, Sarah. I really enjoyed listening to your story. You can subscribe to the show and find notes along with a complete transcript for this episode at giantrobots.fm. If you have questions or comments, you can email us at hosts@giantrobots.fm. And you can find me on thoughtbot.social@vguido. WILL: And you can find me on Twitter @will23larry. This podcast is brought to you by thoughtbot and produced and edited by Mandy Moore. Thanks for listening. See you next time. AD: Did you know thoughtbot has a referral program? If you introduce us to someone looking for a design or development partner, we will compensate you if they decide to work with us. More info on our website at: tbot.io/referral. Or you can email us at: referrals@thoughtbot.com with any questions.

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