Podcasts about Markup

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister for Tektonic HERE!In this episode, Jeff welcomes back Sherwood Cook II of Royalty Auto. Sherwood talks about the challenges he's had with technician recruitment and stresses the importance of inspiring young techs through programs like their Junior Technician Night. Jeff and Sherwood also talk about industry-wide issues with parts quality, availability, and the increasing difficulty of repairs. Their conversation highlights how these factors impact shops and customers.Timestamps:00:00 Preserving the Legacy & Striving for Excellence00:33 Christmas Break & Personal Reflections02:21 Surviving Canadian Winters: Funny Stories03:30 Junior Tech Night: Growing the Next Generation04:48 New Stations & Engaging Kids in the Trades05:55 Making Electrical Training Fun for Kids07:19 Spotting Future Superstars at Tech Night09:03 Giveaway Stories: Toolkits, Nerf Guns & Kids Negotiations13:00 The Decline of Hands-on Skills & Why It Matters16:20 Trades Skills Shortages: Opportunities and Concerns18:41 The Role of AI: Is It Replacing Technicians?20:14 Shop Pricing, Value, and Why Craftsmen Stand Out27:04 OE vs. Aftermarket Parts: Quality and Supply Issues32:06 Parts Availability Crisis: ABS Modules & TipM Odds36:17 Aftermarket Solutions: Salvaging Unrepairable Cars42:08 TRP Parts: Challenges with Used Components46:32 The Hackers Behind Module Repairs: Sharing Knowledge51:11 True Value in the Repair Industry: Pricing Your Work54:39 Learning to Charge Appropriately for Your Service59:11 Side Work: Garage Repairs vs. Shop Experience1:01:46 Shop Insurance & Customer Protections1:03:17 Nuggets for Shop Owners: Value, Markup, & Relationships1:08:06 Building Value: Pickup, Washes, Roses & More1:11:42 Price vs. Craftsmanship: Which Arena Will You Play In?1:18:14 Goals for 2026 & Launching a Training Website1:20:11 Training Events: Vision, Asta, and Promotion Strategies1:29:22 Social Media's Role: Reaching the Next Wave of Techs1:33:20 Never Stop Learning: Lessons for Young and Veteran Techs1:34:57 Final Messages: Legacy, Responsibility, and Growth Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

“I think the next stage of American capitalism includes co-opetition." - Dutch RojasOn the last episode of Self-Funded with Spencer in 2025, Dutch Rojas joins the show to expose the financial "arbitrage" that he believes is destroying independent medical practices in America. Dutch explains how current CMS incentives allow hospitals to buy independent clinics and immediately charge 165% more for the exact same services, which is a practice that is crushing employers and patients alike.In this episode, Dutch lays out his bold vision for "Co-opetition”, a new playbook where independent practices, manufacturers, and even churches band together to leverage their collective buying power. We discuss why the traditional "HR-led" model of buying benefits is failing, why CFOs need to take the wheel, and his dream of creating a true "Healthcare Commodities Exchange" to normalize pricing.We also get personal about his journey from the Netherlands to the U.S., the importance of social media for building influence in DC, and why he believes the next 10 years will be defined by those who can master media.Tune in for a fascinating look at the future of independent medicine.Chapters:(00:00:00) What is "Co-opetition" in Healthcare? (00:01:00) How Hospital Arbitrage Kills Private Practices (00:06:40) Why Independent Doctors Don't Work Together (Yet) (00:14:00) The 165% Markup(00:29:40) The Dream of a Healthcare Commodities Exchange (00:41:00) Why HR Shouldn't Make Healthcare Decisions (00:49:00) Aggregating Buying Power: Churches & Manufacturers (00:57:00) The 4-Stage Plan to Fix HealthcareKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

“I think the next stage of American capitalism includes co-opetition." - Dutch RojasOn the last episode of Self-Funded with Spencer in 2025, Dutch Rojas joins the show to expose the financial "arbitrage" that he believes is destroying independent medical practices in America. Dutch explains how current CMS incentives allow hospitals to buy independent clinics and immediately charge 165% more for the exact same services, which is a practice that is crushing employers and patients alike.In this episode, Dutch lays out his bold vision for "Co-opetition”, a new playbook where independent practices, manufacturers, and even churches band together to leverage their collective buying power. We discuss why the traditional "HR-led" model of buying benefits is failing, why CFOs need to take the wheel, and his dream of creating a true "Healthcare Commodities Exchange" to normalize pricing.We also get personal about his journey from the Netherlands to the U.S., the importance of social media for building influence in DC, and why he believes the next 10 years will be defined by those who can master media.Tune in for a fascinating look at the future of independent medicine.Chapters:(00:00:00) What is "Co-opetition" in Healthcare? (00:01:00) How Hospital Arbitrage Kills Private Practices (00:06:40) Why Independent Doctors Don't Work Together (Yet) (00:14:00) The 165% Markup(00:29:40) The Dream of a Healthcare Commodities Exchange (00:41:00) Why HR Shouldn't Make Healthcare Decisions (00:49:00) Aggregating Buying Power: Churches & Manufacturers (00:57:00) The 4-Stage Plan to Fix HealthcareKey Links for Social:@SelfFunded on YouTube for video versions of the podcast and much more - https://www.youtube.com/@SelfFundedListen/watch on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1TjmrMrkIj0qSmlwAIevKA?si=068a389925474f02Listen on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-funded-with-spencer/id1566182286Follow Spencer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-smith-self-funded/Follow Spencer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/selffundedwithspencer/

Matt and Nic are back for more deals and news. In this episode:  Secret exchange insolvency rumors Caroline Ellison is free David Sacks says CLARITY is getting a markup The Fed rescinds their 2023 Novel Activities Supervision program Insolvent exchange prediction markets Visa's stablecoin advisory business JPM launches a tokenized Treasury fund MONY Quantum FUD Why Quantum might be a surprise Bitwise 2026 predictions The four year cycle is over Grabby aliens and the Dark Forest Content mentioned in this episode:  Talos and Factset, Year in Review

Marti sits down with Damian and Katryna from Ellari Homes, a Melbourne-based building company that found a unique niche handling "takeovers" after the massive Porter Davis collapse. They share the reality of navigating that industry chaos and how they transitioned into a stable, profitable custom home business. They discuss the hard lessons learned about why "chasing every job" is a trap and how shifting their mindset to "chase margins, not jobs" changed their bottom line. Damian and Katryna reveal their specific "Trial Day" hiring process to stop hiring the wrong people, why they finally started charging for prelims to filter out time-wasters, and the incredible story of how they bounced back after their office was destroyed in an arson attack.

View this video at https://macmost.com/20-creative-tips-for-using-mac-markup-tool-shapes.html. When using Markup Tools in Preview or other places on your Mac, you have a small set of eight shapes you can places as annotations. Here are some tips for getting the most out of these shapes.

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee has just advanced an array of bills, including many that would impact the federal workforce. Some legislation, such as a bill to overhaul the probationary period, passed just along party lines. But other bills, like one that would standardize training for federal executives, received unanimous committee support. Here with the latest, Federal News Network's Drew Friedman.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. Tim and Jason Tolleson from the HPBA sit down to recap the month and finish out the year. They cover the status of the national fuel choice bill as it moves though the House of Representatives, the latest status of tariffs, the conclusion of the biomass tax credit, and the upcoming class for the Government Affairs Leadership Academy. In this episode, Tim and Jason discuss: Updates since the government opening after a shutdown. The status of the Fuel Choice Bill and exploring the process forward with its current 125 cosponsors, and approval by the House Subcommittee on Energy. The Supreme Court hearing arguments on November 5th regarding tariffs from the government and opposing positions. The end of the biomass tax credit, the current demand for wood and pellet products, and how it is impacting manufacturers. Applications for the Government Affairs Leadership Academy 2026-2027 are open with a hybrid program and kick-off session on Wednesday March 18 at the 2026 HPBA Expo. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hpba.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

Learn why it's crucial for restoration contractors to understand markup vs. margin and overhead to avoid costly mistakes and improve their profitability.

On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, Ben Murray welcomes Matt Blumberg, CEO of Markup AI, to discuss his remarkable journey through the tech startup world. With over two decades of leadership experience—including building moviefone.com, scaling Return Path to $100 million in revenue, and leading executive search disruptor Bolster—Matt Blumberg brings a wealth of insight into startup growth, business transformation, and adapting to evolving technology. In this conversation, Matt Blumberg shares the story behind Markup AI, a company redefining how businesses safeguard their content using AI-powered “content guardian agents.” He discusses the recent rebranding from Acrolinx, the impact of large language models on both product and customers, and their transition into a new API-first, consumption-based business model. Listeners will hear lessons about navigating private equity ownership, fundraising for transformative pivots, and crafting multi-pronged go-to-market strategies—from enterprise sales to developer-driven adoption. Tune in for an honest look at leadership, innovation, and what's next for Markup AI in the dynamic world of SaaS and AI content management. Show Notes: 00:00 "AI Guardian for Perfect Content" 03:51 Acrolinx's AI Evolution 09:33 "Defining AI Content Guardians" 11:18 Private Equity Risks in Mid-Market 13:57 AI Adoption Strategies in Enterprises 18:44 "AI Growth and Rebrand Focus" Links: SaaS Fundraising Stories: https://www.thesaasnews.com/news/markup-ai-raises-27-5-million-in-funding Matt Blumberg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blumbergmatt/ Markup AI's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/markupai/ Markup AI's Website: https://markup.ai/ To learn more about Ben check out the links below: Subscribe to Ben's daily metrics newsletter: https://saasmetricsschool.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to Ben's SaaS newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/df1db6bf8bca/the-saas-cfo-sign-up-landing-page SaaS Metrics courses here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/ Join Ben's SaaS community here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/offers/ivNjwYDx/checkout Follow Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benrmurray

Today we're talking about something many real estate owners and operators never really dig into—the true cost of their janitorial services contract. When you get that monthly invoice from your cleaning contractor, you probably see one lump sum, but hidden inside that number is not just the cost of labor, but also the cleaning products—paper, liners, chemicals—and here's the kicker: those products are often marked up, sometimes significantly. So the question is, are you paying more than you should for the basics that keep your buildings running? And if so, what can you do about it? In this episode, we'll uncover how unbundling your janitorial supplies from your service contract can save you money, improve transparency, and give you more control. Joining me today is Maura Wilson, Senior Regional Director at OMNIA Partners. Maura helps property teams standardize specs, unbundle inflated supply costs, and leverage national pricing without sacrificing quality. She'll walk us through exactly how to turn hidden markups into real margin. Find knowledge for the dynamic world of real estate management at irem.org.

Strukturierte Daten sind in Bezug auf SEO nicht uninteressant. Aber wie geht man vor, wenn für die eigene oder eine fremde Website prüfen möchte, welche Markups schon vorhanden sind – und welche noch fehlen? Mit welchen Tools kommt man hier in der Praxis am schnellsten voran? Noch mehr von Bloofusion für Dich? https://www.bloofusion.de/hallo Markus bei LinkedIn hinzufügen/ansprechen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markushoevener/ Unsere Online-Seminare bei OMCampus: https://omcampus.bloofusion.de/

Send us a textTool mentioned in the podcast: https://validator.schema.org/Machines don't reward guesses; they reward clarity. We walk through a practical, four‑step framework to make search engines and LLMs understand your brand, your people, and your offers without ambiguity. The focus is on schema markup that scales: JSON‑LD for clean implementation, @id for stable references, and a connected entity graph that links Organisation, Website, Person, Product, and Service into one coherent map of your business.We start by establishing a sitewide identity with Organisation and Website markup, then strengthen it with authoritative sameAs profiles so your name is matched to the right entity in the knowledge graph. From there, we embed authorship into Article schema and connect each writer back to the brand via affiliation, with optional knowsAbout fields to highlight topical expertise and support EEAT. Next, we mark up Products and Services with properties that mirror visible content, reinforcing trust and unlocking eligibility for rich results. Finally, we tie it all together using @id URLs as canonical anchors so every reference points to a single, durable source of truth.Along the way, we share common pitfalls to avoid, why isolated page labels leave performance on the table, and how a connected schema strategy helps search engines attribute content, surface it confidently, and reduce confusion with lookalike brands. We also cover essential tooling: the Schema Markup Validator for structure and the Rich Results Test for feature eligibility, plus pointers to research resources for deeper implementation.If you want your authority recognised by both users and machines, this is your blueprint to ship. Subscribe for more hands‑on SEO strategy, share this with a teammate who owns structured data, and leave a review telling us which schema type you'll implement first.SEO Is Not That Hard is hosted by Edd Dawson and brought to you by KeywordsPeopleUse.com Help feed the algorithm and leave a review at ratethispodcast.com/seo You can get your free copy of my 101 Quick SEO Tips at: https://seotips.edddawson.com/101-quick-seo-tipsTo get a personal no-obligation demo of how KeywordsPeopleUse could help you boost your SEO and get a 7 day FREE trial of our Standard Plan book a demo with me nowSee Edd's personal site at edddawson.comAsk me a question and get on the show Click here to record a questionFind Edd on Linkedin, Bluesky & TwitterFind KeywordsPeopleUse on Twitter @kwds_ppl_use"Werq" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

How can large organizations harness the power of AI for content creation while simultaneously mitigating the risks that come with exponentially scaling content volume and velocity? Agility requires adaptation to new ways of working as well as adapting governance and oversight processes to maintain brand integrity and manage risk in the new paradigm that AI has helped to create. It also requires the ability to quickly react and adjust content strategies in response to real-time performance data and market shifts. This episode is brought to you by Markup AI. AI can create content, but Markup AI's Content Guardian AgentsSM perfect your content. Markup AI instantly scans, scores, and rewrites any content to enforce your standards for brand voice, terminology, and compliance, giving you the confidence you need to scale your use of AI. Learn more at www.markup.ai. Today, we're going to talk about navigating the exciting but often treacherous landscape of AI-driven content creation. The sheer volume of content being generated presents unprecedented challenges for maintaining quality, consistency, and brand integrity. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Matt Blumberg, CEO at Markup AI. About Matt Blumberg Matt is the CEO of Markup AI and has more than 30 years of leadership in scaling global disruptive technology businesses. Matt is passionate about the power of language — being precise with it, using it to move people, and ensuring brands maintain a consistent voice with it — and he is equally passionate about the power of technology to change lives for the better. Before launching Markup AI, Matt successfully launched and led brands and companies including Acrolinx, MovieFone.com division of 777-FILM (acquired by AOL), Return Path (#2 on Fortune Magazine's “Best Companies to Work for” list and later acquired by PSG/Validity), the nonprofit Path Forward, and Bolster, a disruptive platform for executive search in the tech industry. Additionally, Matt is the author of a blog (Startup CEO), a podcast (The Daily Bolster), and three acclaimed books on startup leadership (Startup CEO, Startup CXO, and Startup Boards), further underscoring his expertise and commitment to innovation. Matt is based in New York City. Matt Blumberg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blumbergmatt/ Resources Markup AI: https://markup.ai/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Register now for Sitecore Symposium, November 3-5 in Orlando Florida. Use code SYM25-2Media10 to receive 10% off. Go here for more: https://symposium.sitecore.com/ Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

How can large organizations harness the power of AI for content creation while simultaneously mitigating the risks that come with exponentially scaling content volume and velocity? Agility requires adaptation to new ways of working as well as adapting governance and oversight processes to maintain brand integrity and manage risk in the new paradigm that AI has helped to create. It also requires the ability to quickly react and adjust content strategies in response to real-time performance data and market shifts. This episode is brought to you by Markup AI. AI can create content, but Markup AI's Content Guardian AgentsSM perfect your content. Markup AI instantly scans, scores, and rewrites any content to enforce your standards for brand voice, terminology, and compliance, giving you the confidence you need to scale your use of AI. Learn more at www.markup.ai. Today, we're going to talk about navigating the exciting but often treacherous landscape of AI-driven content creation. The sheer volume of content being generated presents unprecedented challenges for maintaining quality, consistency, and brand integrity. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Matt Blumberg, CEO at Markup AI. About Matt Blumberg Matt is the CEO of Markup AI and has more than 30 years of leadership in scaling global disruptive technology businesses. Matt is passionate about the power of language — being precise with it, using it to move people, and ensuring brands maintain a consistent voice with it — and he is equally passionate about the power of technology to change lives for the better. Before launching Markup AI, Matt successfully launched and led brands and companies including Acrolinx, MovieFone.com division of 777-FILM (acquired by AOL), Return Path (#2 on Fortune Magazine's “Best Companies to Work for” list and later acquired by PSG/Validity), the nonprofit Path Forward, and Bolster, a disruptive platform for executive search in the tech industry. Additionally, Matt is the author of a blog (Startup CEO), a podcast (The Daily Bolster), and three acclaimed books on startup leadership (Startup CEO, Startup CXO, and Startup Boards), further underscoring his expertise and commitment to innovation. Matt is based in New York City. Matt Blumberg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blumbergmatt/ Resources Markup AI: https://markup.ai/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Register now for Sitecore Symposium, November 3-5 in Orlando Florida. Use code SYM25-2Media10 to receive 10% off. Go here for more: https://symposium.sitecore.com/ Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

Connect with me at https://experimentrealestate.com/connectGet the FREE Mid-Term Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint In this solo briefing, Ruben breaks down Airbnb's move to a single host-only fee (15.5%) for listings managed through property management software (PMS)—what's changing, when it hits, and what it means for operators. He clarifies the Aug 25 & Oct 27, 2025 timelines and why this shift underscores a hard truth: Airbnb optimizes for guests first, not hosts.Ruben shares the immediate, practical fix: adjust PMS channel markups (not your global pricing tool) so Airbnb prices reflect the new fee without mispricing you across other OTAs. Then he zooms out to strategy—leverage Airbnb's traffic, but don't depend on it. Diversify across VRBO/Expedia/Furnished Finder/Zillow, build direct-booking pathways through brand presence in-stay, and set business guardrails (no auto IB if it breaks your ops).You'll also hear how to turn Airbnb visibility into long-term relationships, protect margins with smarter pricing ops, and operate like a true B2B temp-housing brand. This isn't “Airbnb or nothing”—it's Airbnb and a resilient distribution stack.Tune in now to learn exactly how to update your pricing, protect profits, and future-proof your portfolio while still riding Airbnb's massive demand engine.Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprint#ShortTermRentals #AirbnbHost #PMS #MidTermRentals #HospitalityOps #RevenueManagement #OTAstrategy #ExperimentNation

You didn't start a construction business to be busy and broke. But if you're bidding to win instead of bidding to perform, that's exactly where you'll end up.In this solo podcast episode, Scott Peper, our CEO and Founder, doubles down on the real math behind construction bidding - and the four mistakes that quietly destroy contractor margins, cash flow, and long-term profitability.You'll learn:- Why bidding to “get the job” (instead of to make a profit) guarantees failure- The #1 error growing contractors make with overhead and debt service- Margin vs. Markup -  why mixing them up costs more than you think- The truth about retainage - and why treating it like revenue breaks your business- How to bid for performance so your jobs win on paper, in the field, and on your P&L- Why your revenue doesn't matter if your bottom line isn't growing with itThis episode is a crash course in cost awareness, cash flow discipline, and true profitability - especially for contractors stuck at the $5–10M revenue mark and wondering why they're making less than they did at $3M.

The House Committee on Natural Resources approves three Indian Country bills at a markup on July 23, 2025. The bills were approved by unanimous consent due to their bipartisan support. They follow: H.R. 2302, the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Land Transfer Act of 2025 H.R. 2400, the Pit River Land Transfer Act of 2025 H.R. 3620, the Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025 The bills can now be considered by the full U.S. House of Representatives.

A lot of the heavy lifting for the 2026 defense authorization bill wrapped up in the House last week. That Chamber's Armed Services Committee finished its annual marathon markup session with a 55-2 vote that sent the bill to the House floor. And there were at least a couple of surprises from the Republican controlled committee areas where the bill contradicts some significant Trump administration priorities as we continue our coverage of this year's NDAA process, Federal News Network's Jared Serbu has details on that aspect of the legislation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cash Flow Blueprint every contractor wishes they had sooner: coltivar.com/cashflow Most contractors think a 30% markup means a 30% margin. It doesn't, and that mistake could be costing you tens of thousands of dollars every year. In this episode, Steve shares the simple pricing math most builders and trades miss and how it wrecks your margins without you even knowing. If your jobs look good in the field but leave you wondering where the money went, this one's for you. Because getting your pricing wrong doesn't just hurt profit, it creates a ripple effect across the entire business. Don't let a math mistake drain your cash flow. Disclaimer:  The views expressed here are those of the individual Coltivar Group, LLC (“Coltivar”) personnel quoted and are not the views of Coltivar or its affiliates. Certain information contained in here has been obtained from third-party sources. While taken from sources believed to be reliable, Coltivar has not independently verified such information and makes no representations about the enduring accuracy of the information or its appropriateness for a given situation.  This content is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal, business, investment, or tax advice. You should consult your own advisers as to those matters. References to any securities or digital assets are for illustrative purposes only, and do not constitute an investment recommendation or offer to provide investment advisory services. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendations. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. Please see https://www.coltivar.com/privacy-policy-and-terms-of-use for additional important information. www.coltivar.com

The full Senate Armed Services Committee begins its NDAA markup. Trump's FAA nominee gets a Senate floor vote. The Senate could vote on a rescissions package next week. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Wednesday, July 8, 2025.

We are here at Forrester CX in Nashville, TN and hearing all about the latest insights and ideas for brands to create better experiences for their customers. If your AI roadmap doesn't include your customer, is it really a roadmap—or just a bridge to nowhere? Agility requires remembering who pays the bills: the customer. When shiny new tech shows up, it's tempting to sprint after it—often leaving the actual human in our dust. Today we're talking about staying customer-first in the race to adopt agentic AI. To help me dig in, please welcome Stephanie Liu, Senior Analyst at Forrester. Stephanie—welcome to the show! About Stephanie Liu Steph focuses on the intersection of marketing and privacy. She guides clients on how to strike a delicate balance between privacy, trust, and consumer expectations, all while navigating a rapidly shifting data deprecation landscape that spans consumers' privacy-protecting behaviors, regulation, tech limitations, and walled gardens. She examines topics like zero-party data, preference centers, data clean rooms, the customer data ecosystem, and how to deliver experiences that are personalized without being creepy. Steph has been quoted in publications such as the New York Times, CNBC, The Markup, Marketplace, and AdWeek; her work has featured in AdExchanger, Forbes, and elsewhere. Resources Forrester: https://www.forrester.com https://www.forrester.com Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brands Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150" Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

An investigation from Tomas Apodaca, at CalMatters and The Markup, found several states were accidentally sharing private health information with tech companies. The tech companies receiving the information never even wanted it. Marketplace's Nova Safo spoke with Apodaca to learn more about the accidental leak.

An investigation from Tomas Apodaca, at CalMatters and The Markup, found several states were accidentally sharing private health information with tech companies. The tech companies receiving the information never even wanted it. Marketplace's Nova Safo spoke with Apodaca to learn more about the accidental leak.

In this episode, Tyler talks about why he stopped marking up subcontractor quotes and started charging a dedicated management fee instead. He shares how this shift helped him finally make money managing subs, offering a blueprint for small contractors to treat their time with the value it deserves. Show Notes:  Managing Subcontractors: The Secret to Profitability (0:00) The Evolution of Subcontractor Management Fees (2:16) The Importance of a Separate Management Fee (5:36) Examples of Markup and Management Fee Calculations (8:27) Justifying Higher Prices to Clients (15:53) The Role of Marketing and Sales in Small Contracting (16:11) The Future of Small Contracting (23:55)   Video Version: https://youtu.be/xCrmi-5-hn8   Partners:  Andersen Windows Buildertrend Velux Harnish Workwear  Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media  

In today's episode, Dave Sullivan chats with Michael Stone, the author of Markup and Profit, about why so many roofing contractors run into trouble, or even go out of business. They discuss the importance of thoroughly understanding your financial statements, pricing your jobs accurately, and maintaining healthy profit margins. Michael also shares eight red flags that can signal your business is in trouble, like not paying your bills on time or working for free as the owner. The big takeaway? Spot financial problems early, continue learning, and don't be afraid to ask for help or utilize the available resources. That's how you build a roofing business that lasts and actually makes money. Tune in to hear more!What you'll hear in this episode:Challenges faced by roofing contractors in business managementImportance of understanding financial statements and job costsCommon reasons for contractor business failuresThe significance of accurate pricing and markup strategiesThe role of overhead costs in determining profitabilityMarketing and lead generation as critical components for successThe necessity of effective bookkeeping and financial oversightWarning signs indicating potential business failureThe value of continuous improvement and education in business practicesResources available for contractors to enhance their financial acumen and operational efficiencyResources:Find out about Michael's course, Making the Numbers Work in Construction Markup And Profit or call Michael at 360-335-1100Markup and Profit by Michael C. StoneCheck out this episode on our YouTube channel at @DaveSullivanRooferShow or use this link - https://www.youtube.com/@DaveSullivanRooferShowBe sure to subscribe, like, and comment!Set up a FREE strategy call with Dave and get a few tips on how you can improve your business: https://davesullivan.as.me/free-strategy-call.Interested in learning more about our 1-on-1 coaching, mastermind groups, or fractional CFO services? Email me or send me a text at (510) 612-1450.No Plan? No problem. Download our FREE 1-Page Business Plan For Roofing Contractors: https://theroofershow.com/planThe Roofer Show's Vetted SponsorsAutomate your follow-up process and close more sales with ProLine. Get started for FREE at https://useproline.com/?via=roofercoach. Use promo code DAVE50 for $50 off your first month's service!Have RUBY answer your phones and tee up the sale by leaving a great first impression. Use this link to get up to $150 off your first month's service: ruby.com/roofershow.SMA Support Services fills a need by empowering contractors to simplify and optimize their operational processes with virtual assistant services. Explore what a virtual assistant can do for your contracting business. Let SMA do the hiring, training, and onboarding. Check out SMAsupport.us (Tell them Dave sent you.)

Is AI-generated schema markup at scale effective? Martha Van Berkel, CEO of Schema App, explains why automated schema generation falls short of understanding business nuances and human search intent. She argues that while AI can create basic drafts, it cannot properly define the complex relationships needed for a complete knowledge graph, requiring human expertise to craft meaningful schema that truly represents business data models.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 SEO 101, we explore the latest SEO developments, including Yoast plugin support for LLMs.txt, Google's removal of seven structured data markups, and the integration of AI Mode traffic data in Search Console. We also address a question from a viewer about niche blogging strategies, emphasizing the benefits of focused content and multimedia for better engagement. Tune in for essential insights to enhance your website's visibility and performance in search results!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The New York City Administration for Children's Services, or ACS, has been using predictive artificial intelligence to flag some families for greater scrutiny, according to a recent investigation by The Markup. Colin Lecher reported the story and tells Marketplace's Meghan McCarty Carino, like all AI systems, it can encode historical biases.

The New York City Administration for Children's Services, or ACS, has been using predictive artificial intelligence to flag some families for greater scrutiny, according to a recent investigation by The Markup. Colin Lecher reported the story and tells Marketplace's Meghan McCarty Carino, like all AI systems, it can encode historical biases.

Bella Mancini's firm was flying high for nearly two decades when the pandemic hit, shattering her project pipeline. With a bit of outside help, she embarked on an overhaul of her systems, ultimately building back a business that's prepared for whatever comes next. On this episode of Trade Tales, she explains how she overhauled her firm's processes with the help of a business coach, why it's crucial that clients communicate with every member of her team and how ditching a markup has transformed her business for the better.This episode was sponsored by Dallas Market Center and Crate & Barrel. LINKSBella Mancini Kaitlin PetersenBusiness of Home

Deloitte experts break down the House Ways and Means Committee's tax package markup and what it means for tax policy and business planning.

Vault co-author Laura Weiss takes you inside the room of the House Ways and Means Committee's 17-and-a-half hour markup of the GOP tax bill on Tuesday. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House reconciliation bill gets a Budget Committee markup, though GOP concerns remain. The Supreme Court could back some restrictions on nationwide injunctions. And Democrats further press Trump on plans to accept a jumbo jet from the Qatari royal family. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, May 16, 2025.

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It's markup day! Anna and Jake break down what to expect from the three key House committees slated to mark up their reconciliation bills. Plus, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is placing holds on all DOJ political appointees in response to President Trump's acceptance of a jet from Qatar's royal family. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we're joined by Tara García Mathewson. Tara is a bilingual reporter covering the intersection of education and technology, particularly the harms within them, both on a national and state level for The Markup and CalMatters.The Markup is a non-profit newsroom that challenges technology to serve the public good. A motto often within its stories is 'report deeply and fix things.' Its stories combine news reporting and data analysis and 'The Markup Method' means they show their work.CalMatters is a non-partisan and non-profit news organization covering California policies and politics to make the government more transparent and accountable.Tara talked about her experience covering artificial intelligence, technological surveillance, and digital censorship in education and the work that went into specific stories. She also spoke about the benefit of getting a background in newspaper reporting before working for non-profit journalism outlets.At the end of the episode, we were joined by Chris Daggett, interim executive director of the New Jersey Information Consortium, which provides funding to online news outlets and students interested in studying journalism. Chris talked about potential budget cuts that would jeopardize what the organization is able to do. You can learn more about it and what you can do to help here.https://njcivicinfo.org/Work examples:Digital Book Banninghttps://themarkup.org/digital-book-banning/2024/04/13/schools-were-just-supposed-to-block-porn-instead-they-sabotaged-homework-and-censored-suicide-prevention-sitesTechnological surveillancehttps://themarkup.org/machine-learning/2023/11/30/he-wanted-privacy-his-college-gave-him-noneArtificial intelligencehttps://calmatters.org/education/k-12-education/2025/03/school-counselors-ai-chatbots/Tara's salutes: The 74, Caitlin Dickerson (The Atlantic), Hannah Dreier (New York Times)Thank you as always for listening. Please send us feedback to journalismsalute@gmail.com  Visit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com)Tweet us at @journalismpod and Bluesky at @marksimon.bsky.socialSubscribe to our newsletter– journalismsalute.substack.com

This week: There are a million legitimate reasons why standing up to bullies may require a pseudonym (and a cowl), or even anonymity.As has been clear for centuries, and even more so in this moment of inescapable mass surveillance, some of us — by nature of our birth nation, skin color, ethnicity, sex, gender, religious beliefs, and/or who we love — are in far more clear and present danger than someone like me.And yet — millions of people over decades and centuries have stood in broad daylight and put their names and their bodies, their finite time and resources to the test, on the line, to fight for a better future for themselves and the generations to come.Here's What You Can Do:Donate to the Electronic Frontier Foundation to defend digital privacy.Volunteer with organizing initiatives through Tech Shift, to help build a fairer, more just technological future.

Expectations for reconciliation tax cuts shift, and Trump backs a higher rate for top earners. A key senator is already floating a return to the Senate's two-step budget reconciliation approach. And the path to a full State Department reauthorization is paved with potential Democratic objections. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, May 9, 2025.

The House Committee on Natural Resources holds a reconciliation markup. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent heads to Capitol Hill. A stablecoin regulation bill bumps into a Senate roadblock. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

In this week's Healthcare Preview, Debbie Curtis and Rodney Whitlock join Maddie News to discuss the delay of key reconciliation markups, including at the House Energy and Commerce Committee, and what comes next.

House Republicans weigh Medicaid changes and a SALT shakeup ahead of more reconciliation markups in the days ahead. Senate GOP appropriators may seek changes to an expected rescissions request. On the floor, the House deals with two resolutions of disapproval related to California. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Thursday, May 1, 2025.

Would you book a one-way ticket to Europe to save $8,000 on business class flights? In this revealing episode, discover why airlines charge Americans up to 400% more than Europeans for identical premium seats—and the perfectly legal strategy savvy travelers use to beat this system. Meanwhile, producer Nathaniel explains the counterintuitive reason Gen Z is flocking to solo travel: it's not despite the loneliness epidemic but because of it, creating more meaningful connections than traveling with friends. Between Southwest's sudden abandonment of its 50-year free baggage policy and details on entering the luxury cruise giveaway (now confirmed: balcony cabin!), learn why the travel industry's conventional wisdom might be costing you both money and authentic experiences in 2025. Enter the Giveaway: https://notouristsallowed.com/raffle/ NTA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notouristsallowed321/ NTA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@notouristsallowed-aninside7994 NTA Podcast Links: https://podfollow.com/no-tourists-allowed-an-insiders-guide-to-travel NTA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-tourists-allowed _  Produced by Podcast Studio X.

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are sitting down with the one and only Russ Stephens, co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders, a leading business coaching organization dedicated to helping builders systemize and scale their companies. With a background in data analysis and business strategy, Russ is passionate about using metrics-driven insights to improve profitability and efficiency in the construction industry. Tune in to the full episode to get an overview of key findings from the 2025 State of the Residential Construction Industry report.   Learn more about the Association of Professional Builders: https://www.associationofprofessionalbuilders.com/   Download your free copy of the 2025 State of the Residential Construction Industry report: https://buildertrend.com/ebooks/apb-report-2025/    Watch the educational sessions you may have missed at the 2025 International Builders' Show On Demand Portal: https://www.buildersshow.com/education-on-demand   Read the shownotes for this episode here: https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/258-russ-stephens/   Join “The Building Code” Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebuildingcodecrew/   FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/buildertrend/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/buildertrend/  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Buildertrend/ YOUTUBE:  / @buildertrend LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildertrend #Buildertrend #BuiltWithBuildertrend #ConstructionSoftware #AssociationofProfessionalBuilders

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The Social Security Fairness Act will impact millions of people on Social Security. Who benefits from this new law? Fed officials are cooling on future rate cuts. Why are rates likely to hold steady for now? Finally, mortgage rates jumped this week. What is leading to higher financing costs to buy a home?

This week, Tyler explains the crucial distinction between markup and margin, emphasizing their importance in pricing, profitability, and sustainability for contracting businesses. Tyler Grace provides detailed explanations, formulas, and real-world examples to help listeners grasp these fundamental business principles. The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades

Having struggled to manage and maintain distribution for her family winery, Cheryl Durzy, CEO of LibDib, decided to start her own distributor. In comes LibDib, a tech-enabled distributor that lets any alcohol producer have distribution in most of the key US markets. Cheryl provides background on the US 3-tier system, the role of a distributor, and how LibDib is helping producers get distribution, enable wine sales, and become a tech platform for other distributors. Detailed Show Notes: US 3-Tier SystemPut in after prohibition to keep one tier from owning alcohol distributionTiers - producer, distributor, retailerUS distribution heavily consolidated into 3 large ones, lots of smaller specialty distributors vs. many distributors in the 70s/80sDistributor functionHelps consolidate suppliers for trade accounts; accounts don't have resources to manage each supplier separately (e.g., invoices, checks)Pay taxes, do complianceLogistics (heavy, fragile product)Customer service (mistakes, breakage, returns, samples)Sometimes act as a winery's salesforceGetting a distributor2024 - distributors are shedding brands vs. taking on new onesTypically - look for fit w/in a distributor's portfolio, pick someone with a good reputationDistributors will ask - what will be your investment in the market? How often will you be here? Do you have feet on the street?LibDib - enables wineries to sell themselves, a tech-enabled distributorStarted as a wholesaler in 2017 (CA, NY), enables distributor for any producerThe platform enables rich content and e-commerceHas license in 9 states, enabled through RNDC in 6 states (e.g., Texas)~1,500 suppliers w/ active accounts, ~700 wineries w/ ~450 actively sellingOriginally focused on spirits, wineries have increased by ~50% in the last few yearsUses FedEx to send wine, integrated API to track status, negotiated good rates

Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host  and John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com, discuss Puck's recent vacation in the Canadian Rockies and the kindness of Canadians. They then delve into the future of the Oregon State and Washington State football teams, specifically regarding their scheduling agreement with the Mountain West Conference. They explore the possibility of the two schools forming an agreement with the ACC and discuss the challenges of scheduling independent games. They also touch on the recent telecast of the Oregon State and Washington State football games on the CW network and the issues with game overflows. Finally, they address the ongoing dispute between the Big Ten Network and Xfinity. The conversation discusses the ongoing dispute between the Big Ten Network and Comcast over distribution rights. It explains how the Big Ten Network is owned by Fox and is included in the basic cable package for local cable providers in Big Ten markets, while it is considered an outer tier channel for the rest of the country. The dispute arose when Comcast started charging an additional fee for the Big Ten Network in the Pacific Northwest, where there are no Big Ten teams. The conversation also touches on alternative streaming options for viewers.Rundown00:00 Kindness and Cleanliness in the Canadian Rockies03:31 The Future of Oregon State and Washington State Football07:11 Exploring Scheduling Agreements with the ACC12:02 Challenges of Telecasting Games on the CW Network17:22 Dispute Between Big Ten Network and Xfinity18:41 The Big Ten Network and Comcast Distribution Dispute19:40 Understanding the Inner Market vs. Outer Market Debate20:39 Comcast's Markup and the Staring Contest21:35 The Bigger Negotiation at Play22:34 The Impact on Viewers and Alternative Streaming Options

Tyler discusses his recent family vacation and home renovation projects, as well as his insights on the challenges faced by small business owners in the residential construction industry, particularly around understanding and pricing employee costs. Tyler offers consulting services and an upcoming industry event to help address these issues.   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media Tyler's Top Blogs: How I Started My Business Books that Build Site Protection Principles My Preconstruction Process: Part 1 Becoming Proficient in Multiple Trades