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In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #375 of the PWTorch including In Your House with Bret defending against Diesel in a cage, Diesel getting pulled into Hell by Undertaker, and more. They also discuss Pillman's ECW appearance, Steve Austin called "stone cold," and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
McDonald's launches the world's most insane ad campaign in Germany, aimed at Muslims observing Ramadan – and at the liberals who want to virtue signal; we examine whether DEI will make a comeback in the post-Trump era, along with Wilfred Reilly; and State of the Union fallout continues. Ep. 2376 - - - Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://dwplus.watch/BenShapiroMemberExclusive - - - Facts Don't Care About Your Feelings - - - Today's Sponsors: Policygenius - Head to https://policygenius.com/SHAPIRO to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Helix Sleep - Visit https://helixsleep.com/ben for this exclusive offer. PureTalk - Make the switch in as little as 10 minutes and start saving today! Visit https://PureTalk.com/SHAPIRO - - - DailyWire+: Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe Episode 1 of "Black Lies Matter" is available here: https://dwplus.watch/BlackLiesMatter
On this episode of Mystery Crate, things spiral immediately.Mike Fuentes attempts to defeat Chris Cote by taking on the 6 McDonald's cheeseburger challenge — can he actually finish six McDonald's cheeseburgers in one sitting? From there, the show derails into a full-blown argument about the Renaissance Festival (Ren Faire) — is dressing up medieval and drinking all day harmless fun, or is it officially “dorky”? The crew debates nerd vs dork culture, tailgates vs Ren Fests, and whether calling something “dorky” is secretly an insult.We also:-Try beef bacon and compare it to pork bacon (yes, this gets serious)-Debate Game of Thrones vs Lord of the Rings-Pitch a George R.R. Martin hot tub sitcom theory about why he hasn't finished Game Of Thrones-React to viral AI LeBron James videos-Develop a brand-new fear of sinkholes in Florida-Talk Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and the future of the Game of Thrones universe If you're here for fast food challenges, fantasy book conspiracies, Ren Faire arguments, or pure Mystery Crate nonsense — this episode has all of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the Pentagon's escalating showdown with Anthropic, as the Pentagon threatens to cut ties or invoke the Defense Production Act while new war-game research from King's College London shows models from OpenAI, Google, and others recommending nuclear use far more often than humans, alongside a viral video of Sam Altman. They analyze Donald Trump's State of the Union theatrics on the economy and culture wars, the “two-tier economy” warning from McDonald's's CEO, his use of the gallery for viral moments on immigration and trans issues, and stark rhetoric from Mike Johnson. Kander and Gupta also dive into the Epstein files, with NPR reporting missing Trump documents, arrests in the U.K. of Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson, and renewed questions about why there's no U.S. accountability. Plus, they discuss the tariff decision and the fallout from attacks on the Supreme Court, including warnings from National Review's Andrew McCarthy, an ICE training whistleblower, flight delays tied to Kash Patel that Dick Durbin says hampered the FBI, a youth surge for James Fishback in Florida, and House leadership refusing to call on Tony Gonzales to resign. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the majority of Americans who believe in progress, convince your conservative friends and family to join us—this is Majority 54! Smalls: Get 60% off your first order plus free shipping at https://Smalls.com/MAJORITY54. Nutrafol: Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand at https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MAJORITY. Check out Ravi's Substack: https://realravigupta.substack.com/p/how-to-stay-off-the-island Join Squadra at https://joinsquadra.com Majority 54 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majority_54 Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54 Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKander Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/ Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGupta Ravi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Ravi on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LostDebate Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show The Ken Harbaugh Show: https://meidasnews.com/tag/the-ken-harbaugh-show Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.houseofstrauss.comAuthor, filmmaker and ardent basketball fan Sherman Alexie joins me to discuss one of my favorite topics: The 1990s. Though, to be honest, we stray from that subject and get into others subjects of interest. Such as! * Rob Mahoney thinks “Smells Like Teen Spirit” is bad. Fair?* Smells Like Teen Spirit changed everything* What was the last great movie?* Why, exactly, Toby Keith's “Courtesy of the Red White and Blue” became a hit again two decades later* The cognitive dissonance for White Liberals seeing people who look and talk like them having different politics* McDonald's as blue collar space* Sherman could plausibly be from half the world* I'm mesmerized by how different the Canadians are* Sports media's been socially pressured into softness* The laudable grandiosity of Timothée Chalamet* The theory behind YouTube athletic stars * Is more fictional content political or are we just more sensitive to political messages?* Who are the ALL TIME “Pretendian” actors
Brad Beeler, author of Tell Me Everything and retired Secret Service agent who has conducted more criminal polygraphs than anyone in the agency’s history, was clearing a house on a search warrant when he came across two dogs: a pitbull and a Chihuahua. His focus locked on the pitbull. The stereotype. The threat. Meanwhile, the Chihuahua circled behind him and jumped up, latching onto him right between the legs while his partner stood there laughing. We assign horns and halos fast. Brad learned that lesson with dogs. You learn it every time a prospect shuts down before you finish your introduction. Horns mean danger. Hurtful. Someone here to take from me. Halo means safe. Helpful. On my side. Over 25 years of getting people to confess to federal crimes, Brad discovered something powerful: the same instincts that get hardened criminals to talk work in conference rooms. The techniques that break through with people who have every reason to lie also work on prospects who have every reason to brush you off. Because in both environments, trust determines everything. Why Building Trust With Prospects Is Harder Than You Think Your brain’s been running this horns-and-halos program for 300,000 years. When something rustled in the bushes, you made a split-second decision: climb a tree or fight. That quick judgment kept you alive. The moment you walk into a prospect meeting, their brain assigns you horns automatically. You are the salesperson. The interruption. The person asking for their budget. In their mind, you represent risk before you ever speak. It happens on cold calls. You say, “Hi, this is…” and they are already calculating how to end the conversation. On discovery calls. In demos. At conferences when you introduce yourself. Every single time. You are fighting ancient wiring every time you engage a buyer. So what can you control? The first 90 seconds. How to Build Trust in the First 90 Seconds We remember first impressions and last impressions. In most meetings, it begins and ends with a handshake. Brad puts antiperspirant on his right hand. He warms his hands before entering a room. He holds eye contact for one second. Faces the person straight on. Slows his pace. Lowers his tone. It sounds mechanical. But every one of these micro-decisions either confirms horns or begins to build a halo. Wet handshake? You’re nervous, unprepared, not confident in what you’re selling. Avoiding eye contact? You’re hiding something or you don’t believe in your own pitch. Talking too fast? You’re trying to get something past them before they catch on. When you control these variables, people’s guard comes down faster. You’re giving their brain evidence that maybe, just maybe, you’re not the threat they assumed you were. The Trust-Building Technique Most Salespeople Get Wrong Brad would sit across from murder suspects and open with one line: “I need you to help me understand.” Humans are hardwired to explain. When you position yourself as the learner, something shifts. They become the expert. Their guard drops. They start talking. Most salespeople walk in ready to educate. Your deck. Your case studies. Your demo. You’re there to prove you know their problems better than they do. Sometimes that works. But think about what it communicates: “I already know what’s wrong with your business. I just need you to agree with me and sign here.” Instead, try: “Walk me through what happens when your team processes a new order.” “Help me understand how you’re handling onboarding right now.” “What’s your biggest bottleneck?” Invert the dynamic. You’re not there to impress them. You’re there to learn from them. Once buyers start explaining their world, they reveal what matters. The workaround their team built. The spreadsheet that breaks every month. The process leadership thinks is automated but is completely manual. That’s the information that moves your deal forward. How to Build Rapport Before the Real Conversation Starts Before interrogating two suspects, Brad bought them food. Popeyes for one. McDonald’s for the other. Twenty-two dollars total. The next day, the woman’s on a jail call: “Yeah, they got me with the McDonald’s. That’s why I confessed.” It was not about the food. It was about comfort. Lowering the guard. Creating what Brad calls a confessional environment where people feel safe telling the truth. You’re probably not buying prospects lunch before your first call. But the principle still applies. Show up five minutes early so they don’t feel rushed. Ask about their weekend before diving into business. Acknowledge that you know their time is valuable. Turn your camera off if they seem uncomfortable on video. Send the agenda beforehand so there are no surprises. These are small friction eliminators. They signal: I’m not here to ambush you. I’m not trying to catch you off guard. We’re having a conversation, not a pitch. The prospect who feels safe tells you what’s really going on. The prospect who feels ambushed gives you the corporate line and ends the call early. What Happens When You Actually Build Trust With Buyers When buyers move you from horns to halo, everything changes. They stop filtering their answers. They tell you what keeps them up at night. They admit where the process breaks. They share internal pressure you would never see in a polished demo. I’ve watched this play out hundreds of times. The rep who asks better questions closes more deals than the rep with the better demo. The rep who makes prospects comfortable gets to real problems faster than the rep with the perfect pitch. Brad spent 25 years getting people to confess to federal crimes. He still warms up his hands before handshakes. Still slows his speech. Still positions himself as someone who needs to learn. Why? Because building trust isn’t about personality or natural charisma. It’s about technique. These methods work because they’re based on how humans actually operate, not how we wish they operated. And when buyers tell you the truth, you can actually help them. — Download our free Sales EQ Book Club Guide to master the emotional intelligence skills that help you read prospects and close more deals.
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Rassegna stampa economico-finanziaria del 26 febbraio 2026, strutturata per macro-temi e basata sulle principali testate giornalistiche nazionali.Investimenti e MercatiTestate: Il Sole 24 Ore / Milano Finanza / Corriere della Sera / Il Messaggero * Riforma del TUF e Voto Plurimo: Le Commissioni Giustizia e Finanze hanno accolto i rilievi Consob sulla riforma del Testo Unico della Finanza. Si valuta la "sterilizzazione" del voto plurimo (prassi comune a 70 società a Piazza Affari) in caso di fusioni con delisting o trasferimento della sede all'estero, per non penalizzare l'attrattività del mercato italiano verso gli investitori stranieri. * Debito Globale: Raggiunto il record di 348.000 miliardi di dollari alla fine del 2025 (+9% in 12 mesi). La crescita è trainata dalle spese per la difesa e dagli investimenti nell'IA (data center). In Italia il debito pubblico si attesta al 141,3% del PIL. * Produttività Italiana: Nel periodo post-pandemia (2019-2025), l'Italia ha mostrato una performance di produttività (PIL per occupato) superiore a Germania, Francia ed Eurozona. Il settore delle costruzioni ha registrato un balzo dell'efficienza del 35% grazie a bonus e PNRR. * Borsa: Piazza Affari ha superato quota 47.000 punti. Quotazione dell'oro oltre i 5.200 dollari l'oncia.Industria, IA e AutomotiveTestate: Il Messaggero / Il Giornale / Avvenire / Corriere della Sera * Polo Europeo dell'IA: Il governo punta a rendere l'Italia capofila del progetto "Frontier AI" dell'Unione Europea, con possibile coordinamento a Roma. Il mercato IA in Italia vale 1,8 miliardi di € (+50% sul 2024). Uno scenario ottimale vede per le imprese romane un aumento di valore stimato in 91,2 miliardi di € tramite l'adozione dell'IA. * Leonardo e il Partner Arabo: Il gruppo (ricavi +11%, ordini +15%) presenterà il nuovo piano industriale il 12 marzo. Prevista la creazione di una JV al 50% per la divisione Aerostrutture entro il primo semestre, probabilmente con il socio saudita SAMI. Dividendo previsto in crescita del 20%. * Crisi Auto Tedesca: In Cina, le esportazioni di veicoli tedeschi sono crollate di due terzi dal 2022, mentre la cinese BYD ha aumentato le vendite in Germania del 700%. * Caso Anthropic-Pentagono: Tensione negli USA tra il fondatore Dario Amodei e il Ministro Hegseth. Il Pentagono minaccia di tagliare contratti da 200 milioni di $ se la società non rimuoverà i vincoli etici sull'uso militare dell'IA.Fisco, Infrastrutture e NormativaTestate: Il Sole 24 Ore / Il Messaggero / La Repubblica / Italia Oggi * Piano Casa: Il governo stanzia 1,2 miliardi di € per il recupero di 60.000 alloggi di edilizia residenziale pubblica. Salvini punta alla "fascia grigia" con contratti rent-to-buy. Entro giugno previsto il recupero dei primi 10.000 alloggi. * Costi Infrastrutture: Allarme per le opere strategiche. Il costo complessivo è salito a 522 miliardi di € (+39 miliardi, +8% rispetto a agosto 2024). Le risorse disponibili coprono attualmente il 67% del fabbisogno (352 miliardi). * Fisco e Rinnovi Contrattuali: L'Agenzia delle Entrate conferma l'imposta sostitutiva del 5% sugli aumenti dei rinnovi contrattuali 2024-2026 pagati nel 2026. * Concessioni Balneari: Il governo accelera per definire il bando tipo entro fine marzo.Banche e LavoroTestate: La Repubblica / Il Sole 24 Ore / La Ragione * Sfruttamento e Rider: La Procura di Milano estende l'indagine sul caporalato digitale chiedendo documenti a 7 multinazionali del food (tra cui McDonald's ed Esselunga) per verificare l'idoneità dei loro modelli organizzativi. Schlein e Landini invocano il salario minimo (soglia indicata di 9 €/ora). * Occupazione e Mismatch: Difficoltà di reperimento personale per le imprese al 46% (1 posto su 2). Il mismatch tocca il 60% nelle costruzioni e il 59,2% nell'industria metalmeccanica. * Mutui Under 35: Oltre un terzo dei nuovi mutui è richiesto da giovani sotto i 35 anni, grazie alla garanzia Consap fino all'80% per ISEE sotto i 40.000 €.Energia e GeopoliticaTestate: Avvenire / Il Messaggero / La Repubblica / Il Corriere della Sera * Missione Merz in Cina: Il cancelliere tedesco a Pechino con i vertici di Mercedes, BMW, Volkswagen e Siemens per riequilibrare i rapporti commerciali. Il deficit commerciale della Germania verso la Cina è quadruplicato in un anno, raggiungendo gli 87 miliardi di € nel 2025. * Dazi USA: Jamieson Greer (USTR) conferma dazi al 10% già in vigore, con l'obiettivo di portarli al 15%. L'Indonesia ha accettato di ridurre del 99% le tariffe sui beni USA. * Guerra del Petrolio in Est Europa: Orban (Ungheria) e Vucic (Serbia) accelerano sull'oleodotto serbo-slovacco per aggirare l'Ucraina, con termine previsto nel 2027. * Energia: Orsini (Confindustria) avverte che i consumi elettrici raddoppieranno in 20 anni e chiede un mix di rinnovabili e nucleare di nuova generazione.Executive Takeaway (Insight per C-Suite) * Resilienza Produttività: L'Italia sovraperforma i partner UE nella crescita della produttività post-pandemia; il settore costruzioni è il driver principale di efficienza sistemica. * Rischio Geopolitico e Dazi: La strategia USA di Jamieson Greer non prevede retromarce sui dazi (target 15%); per le imprese esportatrici la stabilità passa solo per accordi bilaterali o di blocco (UE). * L'Urgenza IA: Con un mercato nazionale da 1,8 miliardi di € e un tasso di crescita del 50%, l'integrazione dell'IA generativa è ormai un fattore determinante per il valore d'impresa (EBITDA). * Debito e Difesa: Il debito globale è "più pubblico e meno privato"; la spesa militare e tecnologica sta ridefinendo i flussi finanziari mondiali a discapito della sostenibilità fiscale tradizionale. * Focus Welfare e Casa: Il Piano Casa da 1,2 miliardi e la proroga dei bonus assunzioni giovani/donne sono le leve scelte dal governo per mitigare il calo demografico previsto (5 milioni di lavoratori in meno entro il 2040).
Today, Josh is joined by Emily Fleming to rank the value menu items from McDonald's, Taco Bell and Jack In The Box. (When did McDonald's get so expensive??) Check out the full episode of Last Meals: youtube.com/watch?v=uEQ6z0rbn30 Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video version of this podcast: youtube.com/@ahotdogisasandwich To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about Punch the monkey, 13-year-old teen reacts to his mom talking about him being attacked on the news, another lady's jingle bought by a brand, Perv or Professional: guy with lactation jokes all over his car, blizzard causing problems on east coast, surfer spotted in Maine during winter storm, Savannah Guthrie ups the reward for info leading to her mother being found, guy who believes that a plow truck blasted him with snow intentionally, car jumps mound and crashes into a house, guy keeps stealing coconuts, umpires frustrated with new ABS system, not enough Team USA hockey jerseys made, Pat McAfee trying to get into TV and movies, Heated Rivalry fans can rent out the popular cottage from finale episode, Derik Queen has DQ hologram logo on car, former American Idol contestant accused of killing wife, Christina Applegate confined to bed, fans want Selena Gomez to divorce Benny Blanco, Cardi B having ass reduced, TikTok creator's hat and wig ripped off during live stream, first ever music streaming urn, guy busted for open container shows up drunk to pay fine, guy hid in garbage can to hide from police, woman threw jar of pickles at BF, woman crashed BMW SUV wearing fishnets, guy threw spicy chicken sandwich at his lady, guy who was fired for jerking in front of co-worker gets hired back, diet trend where people line mouths with plastic wrap and chew food and spit it out, Whataburger manager beats angry customer with garbage can, QR code on billboard, couple gets married at funeral home, bare beating, McDonald's unveils biggest and boldest burger ever, best ranked fast food burger, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Some quick NBA updates & looks like Josh is a Knicks fan now. Easter Candy season is upon us, but Cody thinks they are doing too much. Boomers in sports cars always piss Josh off. A new burger at McDonald’s. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees are about & you’ll be shocked what the boys say about Oasis. Plus so much more on a Wednesdee!
Ep. 253: Baseball shaped this researcher who led the largest growth mindset experiment in history. His work spans from sports teams to global corporations like McDonald's and Walmart, where mindset shifts are boosting performance and reducing turnover. In this episode, you will learn: Strategies for building teams where curiosity, not fear, drives improvement. A two-part mindset shift that can turn performance anxiety into peak performance. How to turn comparison into a catalyst for personal and team growth. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don's favorite quotes from today's episode and a reflection question so you can apply today's insights. Do you want to write a book? In my new role as Publisher at Forbes Books and with the incredible resources and expertise of their team, we're making it easier than ever to help YOU to tell your story. Send us a message here to get started: https://books.forbes.com/don/ Looking for a speaker for your next event? From more than 30 years of interviewing and studying the greatest winners of all time Don offers these live and virtual presentations built to inspire your team towards personal and professional greatness. Special thanks to Chase Nagel and Andrew Levin for making this episode possible.
CPCK: The Meryl Streep Edition! Also, McDonald's revealed its biggest burger ever and how often you should be replacing your underwear.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How can organizations become more adaptable in a world of constant change? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Phil Le-Brun to explore why traditional change efforts often fail and what companies should do to succeed in today's complex environment. Phil introduces the metaphor of the octopus organization, a model for agility and continuous learning. He contrasts it with the outdated tin man approach that views people as interchangeable parts in a machine. Kevin and Phil discuss the difference between complicated and complex systems, emphasizing why leaders must move beyond linear plans and embrace learning as the path to change. They also discuss how clarity, ownership, and curiosity form the foundation of adaptability and why leaders must foster environments where these traits can thrive. Phil's Story: Phil Le-Brun is the co-author of The Octopus Organization: A Guide to Thriving in a World of Continuous Transformation with Jana Werner. He is an executive in residence at Amazon Web Services and a former corporate VP and international CIO at McDonald's Corporation. At McDonald's, he co-led the consolidation and modernization of technology across thirty-eight thousand restaurants globally. In his current role, Phil engages with Fortune 500 executives and their teams and with public-sector customers to mentor, advise, and guide them on their journeys to become more adaptable organizations. He is a sought-after speaker and has been featured in Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. https://www.theoctopusorganization.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillebrun/ This Episode is brought to you by... Flexible Leadership is every leader's guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos. Book Recommendations The Octopus Organization: A Guide to Thriving in a World of Continuous Transformation by Phil Le-Brun and Jana Werner Genius at Scale: How Great Leaders Drive Innovation by Linda A. Hill, Emily Tedards, and Jason Wild Like this? Wiring the Winning Organization with Gene Kim Handing Over the Mic: Exploring Flexible Leadership with Julie Winkle Giulioni Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we'd be thrilled if you'd let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! Use promo code: RLP
McDonald's is releasing their biggest burger in the US.
For Prime Time Special Edition 187, we welcome Jeremy McDonald, owner and founder of Wildfire Cigar Company to the SE side of the house. After a successful career at Caldwell Cigar Company, five years ago McDonald struck out on his own and launched Wildfire. We will catch up with Jeremy and see where things are as he hits his five year anniversary. Plus, we have our Artesano del Tobacco Under the Sea, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments.
For Prime Time Special Edition 187, we welcome Jeremy McDonald, owner and founder of Wildfire Cigar Company to the SE side of the house. After a successful career at Caldwell Cigar Company, five years ago McDonald struck out on his own and launched Wildfire. We will catch up with Jeremy and see where things are as he hits his five year anniversary. Plus, we have our Artesano del Tobacco Under the Sea, Tabacalera USA Great Things are Happening Here, and Espinosa This Day in Sports History segments.
This episode is brought to you by B2B Better. Richard cut CAC by 27% by ditching billboards and investing in owned content — podcasts, videos, and customer interviews that actually moved the needle. That's exactly the kind of content engine we help B2B service businesses build. If you want a podcast that drives pipeline, not just downloads, visit b2bbetter.com. If you think B2B buying is purely rational, this episode is your wake-up call. In this episode of Pipe Dream, host Jason Bradwell sits down with Richard Dedor, Senior Client Strategist at Vericast, to unpack what a decade of B2C financial services marketing can teach B2B marketers about differentiation, storytelling, and cutting through a commoditised market. Richard's core point is clear: stop overthinking your product and start understanding the emotion behind the buying decision. Every purchase — whether it's a checking account or a six-figure SaaS contract — starts with a pain point. The businesses that win are the ones that lean into that pain and make the buyer the hero. The cheeseburger analogy says it all. McDonald's, In-N-Out, Wendy's — they're all selling the same thing but winning different customers by knowing exactly who they're for. B2B is no different. You don't need a revolutionary product. You need a sharper story built around the right ingredients for the right target market. The conversation gets tactical on CAC reduction. Richard's team cut acquisition costs by 27% by reallocating budget away from vanity spend — billboards chief among them — and investing in owned content instead. Podcasts, videos, webinar series, and customer interviews that spoke directly to real pain points. A billboard reaches everyone and no one. A customer interview that mirrors exactly what a prospect is feeling reaches the right person at the right moment. For B2B marketers dealing with long sales cycles and buying committees, hold the macro message steady and pivot the micro-messaging for each stakeholder in the room. And when compliance is standing between you and a good idea, make them your second-best friend — walk them through the concept one friction point at a time and help them get themselves to yes. People buy with emotion. Even in B2B. Especially in B2B. That's what you should be tapping into. Chapter Markers 00:00 - Introduction: Richard Dedor and a decade in B2C financial services 02:00 - The cheeseburger analogy: differentiation in commoditised markets 04:00 - Growing brand awareness by 50% and bridging it to conversion 06:00 - In-market moments and rare switching windows in financial services 08:00 - What B2B marketers should steal from the consumer playbook 09:00 - Micro-messaging pivots within a stable macro message 10:00 - Cutting CAC by 27%: stop spending on billboards 11:00 - Investing in owned content: podcasts, videos, and customer interviews 13:00 - Testing, killing, and doubling down on what works 14:00 - Working in regulated environments: making compliance your ally 16:00 - How to present ideas to legal and compliance teams 18:00 - Walking compliance through friction points one step at a time 20:00 - The one thing B2B companies get wrong about differentiation 22:00 - People buy with emotion — even in B2B Useful Links Connect with Jason Bradwell on LinkedIn Connect with Richard Dedor on LinkedIn Visit Richard Dedor's website Read Richard's writing on HubSpot and Medium Explore B2B Better and the Pipe Dream Podcast
Hello kids and welcome to the last Wednesday of February. For this week Matt, Ma, and Mike chat A24's latest production How to Make a Killing starring Glen Powell, Margaret Qualley, and Ed Harris. Extracurricular topics include Cheba Hut, another amazing giveaway, and McDonald's McNugget and Caviar Kits. Well Mike decided to end his month-long reign of terror, I mean picking films, with one last horror flick we are all on pins and needles for, Scream 7 starring Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Isabel May, and Mckenna Grace. You can find us on all things social such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or X. We also have an awesome community you can join, click here to check out our Facebook Fan Group so you can yell at Mike and Matt from the comfort of your keyboard while talking about films. Lastly we have an amazing website where you can watch trailers, read the host's bios, listen to the podcast, and get a ton more info on the movies we review. Check out the link here https://www.ReelFilmNerds.com Thanks for stopping by and listening to our podcast, we appreciate each and everyone of you and we will be back next week with another incredible episode of the Reel Film Nerds podcast.
Subway cutting the free sub from its Sub Club, Ruffino's closing, a lost diamond found in the bottom of a water shoe, an interview with Paul Rust about his new movie Napa Boys, a prize winner, school cafeteria foods, a new McDonald's burger — plus more news. Plus, joining us in the studio today, Bryan Mayor Pro Tem James Edge visits with WTAW's Scott DeLucia to discuss the new city manager, Bryan Texas Utilities, the fire department, a new subdivision being developed outside city limits, Midtown updates, the Troubadour Festival, job opportunities, and more.
Sky is taking her solo Oregon trip! The odd part is the length of time that she will be there... While she is taking the time to herself it's the exact thing she wanted a break from that is cutting it short...Sky noticed some odd activity on her ring doorbell up at her Oregon house recently and played detective to get to the bottom of it. She got a cleaner for the house since they were going up to stay there the other weekend but noticed that she was there for a very long time compared to the amount of cleaning that actually happened...Eddie is the biggest advocate for McDonald's fries being the best fast food fries ever. Well, we get a little on edge when we have to wait to see if they come on top of Brobibles rankings of fast food fries
On This Episode: Episode 402 of The Rise & Grind Podcast is packed with new music and major headlines. Roderick & Cari kick things off with new album talk, including Larry June, Curren$y & The Alchemist's Spiral Staircases and Baby Keem's Casino, while also revisiting JAY-Z's “Dead Presidents” and its lasting impact. In news, the crew reacts to the surprising Drake x McDonald's collaboration, recaps moments from the BAFTA Film Awards, and discuss Floyd Mayweather gearing up for a return to the ring. They also break down reports that the alcohol industry has lost $830B over the past four years, and close with a conversation around ongoing developments involving Mexico and cartel activity. Another wide-ranging episode blending music, business, sports, and global headlines — tap in. Intro: Baby Keem- Ca$ino Roderick | Baby Keem- Good Flirts (feat. Kendrick Lamar & Momo Boyd Cari | Larry June, Curren$y, & The Alchemist- Drive Alone Subscribe to Apple Music now to hear all of the new albums & tracks we discuss: https://apple.co/3NgdXW
With gold at an all-time high, is it time to dump your other investments? Bruce Halprin, Wealth Enhancement Group with Vineeta Sawkar of WCCO News Talk. Desperate job seekers also turn to ‘reverse recruiters' Dave Frisco with KCBS Radio, McDonald's Shamrock shake gambit actually boosts their bottom line and more.
With gold at an all-time high, is it time to dump your other investments? Bruce Halprin, Wealth Enhancement Group with Vineeta Sawkar of WCCO News Talk. Desperate job seekers also turn to ‘reverse recruiters' Dave Frisco with KCBS Radio, McDonald's Shamrock shake gambit actually boosts their bottom line and more.
Sky is taking her solo Oregon trip! The odd part is the length of time that she will be there... While she is taking the time to herself it's the exact thing she wanted a break from that is cutting it short...Sky noticed some odd activity on her ring doorbell up at her Oregon house recently and played detective to get to the bottom of it. She got a cleaner for the house since they were going up to stay there the other weekend but noticed that she was there for a very long time compared to the amount of cleaning that actually happened...Eddie is the biggest advocate for McDonald's fries being the best fast food fries ever. Well, we get a little on edge when we have to wait to see if they come on top of Brobibles rankings of fast food friesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to MOJO: The Meaning of Life and Business! In this episode, host Jennifer Glass welcomes the remarkable Olga Alexeeva—artist, author, coach, and survivor—whose powerful story is sure to move and motivate. Olga's journey is one of resilience, transformation, and courage. Originally from Russia, she arrived in America in 1991 with no English, a young son, and her mother in tow. From humble beginnings working at McDonald's and running a pizza parlor, Olga faced incredible hardship and burnout, only to rediscover herself through a chance encounter with painting—a passion she never thought possible.Olga's story is more than a tale of survival; it's about forging meaning from adversity and allowing creativity to guide the way forward. She candidly shares the trials of starting over, the heartache of betrayal, the uphill battle of learning a new language, and the fear that so often accompanies major life changes. Through her journey, Olga reveals how fear can be dissected and overcome—sometimes with just a single step of courage.Her transformation led her to open her own galleries in Nashville and to become a beacon for other women seeking purpose, launching her coaching program “Reignite Your Spark and Keep It Forever.” Olga invites listeners into her world of creative exploration—painting, poetry, public speaking, and even adventures like rope challenges and fire eating—each serving as a metaphor for the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone and saying “yes” to life's opportunities.Throughout the episode, Jennifer Glass and Olga discuss actionable advice for anyone feeling stuck or lost, from refugees adjusting to new lives to everyday people searching for meaning. Olga emphasizes playful curiosity, embracing new experiences, and the necessity of honest self-reflection, both for physical and mental wellbeing.If you're ready to reignite your passion, rekindle your creativity, and step boldly into your own authenticity, this episode is for you. Listen in for heartfelt storytelling, practical wisdom, and a manifesto for living fully, with Olga's infectious energy and optimism lighting the way. Plus, discover how you can connect with Olga for creative masterclasses and make sure no opportunity is left behind.About my guest: Olga Alexeeva is a former stage actress who spent 15 years performing in Russia's renowned repertory theater system. Growing up in the USSR, Olga witnessed the nation's tumultuous transition during the 1990s—a period that deeply shaped her understanding of history and culture. Drawing on her rich personal experiences, she recently published the book From Russia to America: A Quest for Purpose and Joy, which explores her journey from her Russian roots to finding new meaning in America. Her story is one of resilience, adaptation, and the search for joy across different worlds.Connect with Olga on LinkedIn, Facebook, and on the web at https://www.ultraverity.comKeywords: fear, overcoming fear, purpose, joy, self-discovery, creativity, painting, art gallery, burnout, coaching, women's empowerment, immigrant experience, overcoming adversity, self-love, personal growth, finding passion, resilience, transformation, inspirational story, mindset, imposter syndrome, support systems, life transitions, healing through art, purpose-driven living, breaking barriers, courage, goal achievement, personal development, authenticity
The show OPEN... stealing passwords... McDonald's and Burger King... and Door Dash at Cal Poly!
With gold at an all-time high, is it time to dump your other investments? Bruce Halprin, Wealth Enhancement Group with Vineeta Sawkar of WCCO News Talk. Desperate job seekers also turn to ‘reverse recruiters' Dave Frisco with KCBS Radio, McDonald's Shamrock shake gambit actually boosts their bottom line and more.
With gold at an all-time high, is it time to dump your other investments? Bruce Halprin, Wealth Enhancement Group with Vineeta Sawkar of WCCO News Talk. Desperate job seekers also turn to ‘reverse recruiters' Dave Frisco with KCBS Radio, McDonald's Shamrock shake gambit actually boosts their bottom line and more.
With gold at an all-time high, is it time to dump your other investments? Bruce Halprin, Wealth Enhancement Group with Vineeta Sawkar of WCCO News Talk. Desperate job seekers also turn to ‘reverse recruiters' Dave Frisco with KCBS Radio, McDonald's Shamrock shake gambit actually boosts their bottom line and more.
19-year-old Christopher Garcia-Caminos is now very familiar with Florida's "Super-Speeder" law. He was clocked doing 129 mph in a 55 mph zone in Clearwater. His excuse was, McDonald's took too long making his food and he was late getting back to work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
McDonald's buffet, America's breakfast
日本マクドナルドの値上げ対象商品「ビッグマック」日本マクドナルドは24日、メニュー全体の約6割の商品を25日から値上げすると発表した。 McDonald's Co. said Tuesday that it will raise the prices of about 60percentageof its menu items by 10-50 yen starting Wednesday.
This week Tom and Julie review Vanity Fair's "the new late night" cover story, decide on who the next James Bond should be, open more Pay Pig packages, and find out how Michael Rapaport eats his dinner. Plus they watch clips of the ShamWow guy announcing he's running for congress in Texas, Frankenstein singing "Smooth" at Universal Studios Japan, and a McDonald's orientation video from 1992.Don't miss this month's livestream coming up on Wednesday 2/25 at 8pm ET (5pm PT) only at https://patreon.com/doublethreatpodCLIPS FROM THIS WEEK'S EPISODE:-Vanity Fair "The new late night"https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/new-late-night?srsltid=AfmBOooI8bzQbETbT1tDz1XahMIueUCYhIgrkSlA7pNJ9R0yftOrvQoP-Shamwow guy running for congress in Texashttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIz6B7aGC2E-Frankenstein sings "Smooth" at Universal Studios Japanhttps://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTh9abHNr/-Welcome to Team McDonald's: Orientation (1992)https://www.instagram.com/p/DRsL6GzkUVj/-Michael Rapaport eatinghttps://www.reddit.com/r/funny/comments/1qe4pet/michael_rapaport_eating_dinner_like_a_normal/Our brand new Double Threat merch is AVAILABLE NOW at https://doublethreatpod.merchtable.com - Join the Patreon to receive an exclusive discount code at https://patreon.com/doublethreatpodPatreon is the best way to support Double Threat! Your support keeps the show going and we appreciate it more than we can say. Plus you get weekly bonus episodes, access to monthly livestreams, merch store discounts, and more!https://patreon.com/doublethreatpodWATCH VIDEO CLIPS OF DOUBLE THREAThttps://www.youtube.com/@doublethreatpodJOIN THE DOUBLE THREAT FAN GROUPS*Discord https://discord.com/invite/PrcwsbuaJx*Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/doublethreatfriends/*Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/doublethreatfriendsSEND SUBMISSIONS TODoubleThreatPod@gmail.comFOLLOW DOUBLE THREAThttps://twitter.com/doublethreatpodhttps://www.instagram.com/doublethreatpodPAY PIGS ONLYhttps://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1Y826FGBNP19R?ref_=wl_shareDOUBLE THREAT IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASThttps://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/double-threatTheme song by Mike KrolArtwork by Joe Frontel00:00 Intro07:46 Vanity Fair "the new late night"26:04 Dogs 28:21 Thick Mick pic UPDATE from liljudyfunfun30:11 The new James Bond34:32 Shamwow guy running for congress in Texas44:23 Opening packages from Pay Pigs53:20 Frankenstein sings "Smooth" at Universal Studios Japan59:55 McDonald's orientation video01:11:30 Michael Rapaport eating01:14:38 OutroSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
0:00 Intro 2:00 We're The Best Country In the World 10:00 U 20:00 S 30:00 A 40:00 USA 50:00 USA 1:00:00 USA 1:10:00 USA 1:20:00 Kody Messed Up The Pizza Order Sign the petition: https://www.change.org/p/give-mister-ed-his-rightful-spot-on-the-hollywood-walk-of-fame?source_location=psf_petitions Bobbleheads: https://store.barstoolsports.com/products/mostly-sports-bobblehead-ii?variant=42353493114977 Mark Titus and Brandon Walker talking sports... mostly. Thanks to our sponsors: Venmo: Score more with the college-branded Venmo Debit Card and get up to 5% cash back with Venmo Stash. Sign up at https://venmo.com/collegecard The Venmo Mastercard® is issued by The Bancorp Bank, N.A. Select schools available. Venmo Stash bundle terms and exclusions apply at venmo.me/stashterms. Max $100 cash back per month. Wayfair: Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Slim Jim: Snap into a Slim Jim. Grab one today, everywhere snacks are sold. McDonald's: New Hot Honey sauce. Now at McDonald's for a limited time only. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MostlySportsTitusandWalker?sub_confirmation=1. Follow Mostly Sports on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MostlySports Follow Mark on Twitter: https://twitter.com/clubtrillion Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bfw Follow Mostly Sports on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mostlysportsshow/ Follow Mark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marktheshark34/ Follow Brandon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bwalkersec/ Follow Mostly Sports on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mostlysportsshow?lang=en Follow Brandon on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brandonfwalker?lang=en Follow Mark on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marktituspod?lang=en
Episode Summary In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson chats with Bill Flynn, CEO of Catalyst Growth Advisors, about what it really takes to build a business that thrives, not just survives. Bill shares a powerful story of stepping into leadership during a crisis, rebuilding a company after an infrastructure collapse, and creating a performance operating system that doubled the business in two years without losing a single team member. From hiring for values over skills to escaping the "hero trap," Bill breaks down the three pillars of sustainable growth: team, systems, and cash. The conversation also dives into navigating today's fast-changing BANI world, using AI as an accelerant instead of a crutch, and why the fundamentals of attracting customers haven't changed at all. Who is Bill Flynn? Bill Flynn is the CEO of Catalyst Growth Advisors, where he helps leaders take the guesswork out of growth. With 30 years of experience across ten startups, multiple acquisitions, two IPOs, and a major turnaround during the 2008 financial crisis, Bill now coaches leaders on how to build thriving, scalable businesses. He is the author of Further, Faster – The Vital Few Steps that Take the Guesswork out of Growth and specializes in helping CEOs fire themselves from the day-to-day so they can focus on building systems that scale. Connect with Bill Flynn: Website: https://catalystgrowthadvisors.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billflynnpublic/ Host Contact Details: Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com In this Episode: 00:00 Welcome & Meet Bill Flynn (Catalyst Growth Advisors) 00:20 Success Story: From Startup Veteran to Helping a Struggling Founder Sell 02:22 The Best/Worst Day: Email Infrastructure Collapse After the Acquisition 03:17 Building a DIY EOS: Roadmaps, Team Ownership, and Turning Disaster into Growth 06:06 Lessons from the 'Bad Note': Small Leadership Mistakes & Hiring for Values 08:30 How Great Companies Thrive: Team, Systems Thinking, and Cash as the Truth Metric 13:39 Why He Loves Startups: The Puzzle Mindset and Knowing When It's Time to Move On 16:34 Escaping the Hero Trap: From Controller to Builder to Architect (Scaling Leadership) 20:20 'Lazy and Clever' Leadership: Designing a Company That Doesn't Need You 21:52 Leadership in a BANI World: Why CEOs Must Adapt Fast 24:14 AI as an Accelerant: Planning Less, Building Adaptability More 27:28 Practical AI Wins: Writing Faster, Learning on the Go 29:41 Don't Trust the First Answer: Verifying AI & Avoiding Hallucinations 31:26 Getting Fans Today: The 'Jobs To Be Done' Framework 32:12 Snickers to McDonald's: How Packaging & Delivery Drive Sales 37:52 What's Next for Bill: New Books, Better Strategy for the BANI Era 39:08 Where to Find Bill + The Rockstar Question (Billy Joel) 42:30 Final Thanks & Sign-Off
Anya Cheng, Founder and CEO of Taelor, is making personal styling accessible to everyday professionals with an AI-powered clothing-on-demand service built for busy men and influencers. After 15 years leading product teams at companies like Meta, eBay, McDonald's, and Target, Anya turned her own frustration with shopping and laundry into a mission-driven business that helps people look great, feel confident, and save time—while also supporting sustainability by keeping more clothing out of landfills. We explore Anya's Product Management Framework, the structured approach she uses to build and scale products. Instead of starting with technology, she begins by Identifying the Right Problem, then Looking at the Persona, Validating the Buying Journey, and Identifying Pain Points. From there, she Selects Decision Criteria to prioritize what matters most, Brainstorms Solutions, and finally Identifies the Right Solution based on impact, feasibility, and business value. She explains how this framework guides everything from launching Taelor to deciding which AI features to build next. — 7-Steps to Winning Products with Anya Cheng Good day, dear listeners. Steve Preda here, Founder of the Summit OS Group. And my guest today is Anya Cheng, the Founder and CEO of Taelor, an AI-powered clothing on-demand service for men and social media influencers. Anya, welcome to the show. Hello, this is Anya from San Francisco. I’m the founder of Taelor. We use AI to pick clothes for busy men. In the old days, only celebrities had their own human stylists. Now everyone can have their own AI stylist, and we send people real clothes to rent. Before starting the company, I spent 15 years in big tech companies. Most recently at Meta, where I helped build Facebook and Instagram Shopping. I was Head of Product at eBay and helped them launch new businesses in the US, Latin America, Africa, and Asia. I was also a Senior Director at McDonald’s, where I helped build their food delivery business globally when Uber Eats just started, and I helped Target build a tech office here in Silicon Valley. I’m excited to share more. Okay, well we already got a lot out of you, so thank you for giving this quick bio. What I’m very interested in is what drives you. So you worked for Target. I think you worked for Amazon, at least with Amazon. You worked for other big tech. EBay, McDonald’s, and Facebook. Yes, so big tech companies like Meta. What makes someone who is a successful leader in big tech break out start as an entrepreneur? What is your personal “Why” that drives you and that you want to manifest in your business? Yeah, it actually start with my personal problems that I had. When I was working for Meta, I was a few female leaders there leading large technology team. So I felt a little bit of imposter syndrome. I wanted to look great, but I don’t want people to find out that I’m freaking out every day. So I tried some subscription boxes like Stitch Fix, which is similar to the old Trunk Club. It's good that someone styles you. But once you receive those boxes, you have to decide right away: how many times am I going to wear these clothes? And you have to buy before you can wear them. So can I find something even cheaper somewhere else? How do I pair these items? And once I buy them, I have to do laundry, ironing, and folding. It's just a lot of work. So I started using rental companies. I rented from companies like Nuuly, which is a $500 million revenue company, or companies like Rent the Runway, which is a public company. They are all great—you can rent, you don’t have to buy. But they require people to pick from hundreds of thousands of garments. You spend two hours picking, picking, picking, browsing, browsing, browsing. And I’m not into fashion. I don’t like fashion. I don’t have time to do shopping. I'm not fashion-forward, so I don't even know how to pick. That was the “aha” moment for me— I realized most fashion companies are designed for people who are into fashion, not for people like me who just want to get ready for the day and be successful.Share on X So I started doing research. Are there other people like me—who hate shopping and laundry but need to look good, be socially active, go to meetings, close deals, get jobs? It turns out there are a lot of people like me: busy men, single guys, salespeople, consultants, pastors, recruiters, professors. There are 15 million single men, 14 million sales professionals in the U.S., and it turns out we started Taelor to help people like me look great without having to think about fashion. Well, I don't know—if you look at my shirt, I probably could also use some Taelor treatment, an AI telling me how to dress better. So what drives you? I understand this is a great idea and definitely necessary, but what makes you excited about it? I think I've personally always been passionate about helping people achieve their goals. I started as a blue-collar kid—my mom is a housewife, my dad is a factory worker, originally from Taiwan, and they've been in the U.S. for 20 years. As an immigrant, I came to the U.S. and was very lucky to have a lot of people help me. I got a student long ago, went to Northwestern University, got my MBA from the University of Chicago. I came to the U.S. without knowing anyone here, but many people helped me achieve the American dream. So it has always been in my heart to help more people achieve their dreams. What I realized was that dressing well really helped me—almost like a student who buys a textbook and feels ready for the exam even though they haven't read it yet.Share on X People using amazing software or tools will buy books or start learning and already feel smarter than before. It's really a peace of mind that helped me. So I've always been passionate about how I can help more people achieve their goals, their dreams, and their full potential. I realized this business helps me do that. I've tried to do that in other ways before: I've published books, created online courses, and taught at Northwestern University. But this business is an additional way to help people achieve their goals. At the same time, my co-founder, Phoebe, who is originally from Malaysia, she has been in the U.S. for 20 years. Growing up, she wanted to be a fashion designer, but in an Asian family, she became an accountant and finance professional, eventually a CFO. She always had a little spark in her heart to do something related to fashion, and she is very passionate about sustainability. She constantly talks about how today, 30% of clothes go directly from factories to landfills, generating 10% of carbon emissions and polluting 20% of the world's water. Sustainability is really close to her heart. By the time she had worked for 15 years, she felt ready for a change, and we both shared the same vision. That's how we started the business together. Love it. It's really a mission-driven company. I didn't realize this when we first talked, but a lot of people are held back by not being well-dressed. Again, I don’t want to be the example here. I also like the idea because my daughter talks a lot about throwing away clothes and how much damage it does to the environment. I really like that you help people wear and buy only the clothes they actually need and send back the ones they don't. This is awesome. So let's switch gears here. I'm really curious about how you develop your products because this is a very creative business. You have to develop a new, revolutionary concept and product. Do you have a framework for developing these products? Yeah, absolutely. We always start with the problem we are solving. I teach product management at Northwestern University, and most people, when they think about building a product, their first thought is, “Hey, what product am I building? How do I build it? What technology should I use?” We use AI to build this—we build AI agents—but in fact, you should take a step back. There are two equally important questions you need to ask: what problem should I solve, and what solution should I pick? Most people spend 95% of their time thinking about what solution to pick. But first, you need to figure out what problem you should solve. The problem you solve is actually the most important thing, because if you're solving the wrong problem—one that people don't care about, or one that won't help your business, or one that you can't actually solve—then no matter how great your solution is, it's going to be a waste of time. For example, what we found is that we are totally different from women's rental companies. The problem we are solving is for guys who are busy but socially active. They have dreams. As a realtor, I want to sell one more house. As a small business owner, I want to grow my business to open a second restaurant. So they have a dream. Dressing well and looking good is something that helps increase their chances of success—getting a job, closing a deal, showing up confidently.Share on X What we are really selling is a concierge service, an executive assistant, a fairy godmother, a gadget guy behind the superhero—it's peace of mind. If you look at women's counterparts, like Nuuly or Rent the Runway, they have hundreds of millions in revenue each, but they are solving a problem for women like me. So we want to look great every single day and want to wear different things. So wearing different thing versus, I don’t want to think about it, is actually totally different problem. So if you think of our business model financially is different. For example, in women's rental businesses, margins are very low because people rent clothes and don't buy. On top of typical e-commerce costs like shipping, there are additional costs like laundry, so margins remain low. But in our business, customers use the service as “try before you buy.”. They want to save time and save space. So a lot of our revenue actually also come from people actually buying the secondhand clothes. And those people are people who would never buy secondhand before because they don’t have time. So those are white-collar, busy men renting clothes and also buying them. In addition, they ask me where to buy shoes or accessories, Valentine's Day gifts, where to get haircuts, even where to go on vacation. They treat us more like an executive assistant service. They give us lots of feedback, and we monetize that feedback back to fashion brands to help them predict what's going to sell. Okay. That’s fascinating. So it's a two-way business because you are also selling the data that you’re collecting from people. Customer feedback, like “the sleeve is too long,” “the fabric is too tight,” “this isn't flexible,” and also insights like, “This is an amazing brand, but it's too expensive compared to 90% of our other brands on the platform, so you should lower your price.” We give that feedback to brands so they can improve. Yeah, which is basically data they don't have—and it's very valuable. That’s fascinating. So, going back to the framework—because we're a podcast about frameworks—I want to make sure we have a clear framework. You identify the right problem first, and then you reverse-engineer from there. What are the steps to get from the right problem to the right solution? Yeah, so going from the right problem to the right solution—that's step number one. To solve the right problem, you first need to understand your personas. For example, a simple persona for us is a busy man who isn't into fashion, such as a single guy, a busy dad, a sales professional, a consultant, or a pastor. Then you map out their journey. For example, they might need to go on a business trip, attend a meeting, go to a birthday party, or go on playdates with their kids. Along that journey, they realize their clothes are old or out of style, and they need different outfits. But when they look at what they have from last year, the clothes are already too small or too big. So you identify the journey. So for example, they realize they need new clothes, and there’s a moment they say, “Okay, I can either buy exactly the same thing as last year, or… hey, I heard people are actually renting through women’s counterpart—maybe there's something like that for me.” It's like when you're bored and deciding whether to stick with Comcast or try Hulu, Disney+, or Netflix. So identify the journey. After mapping the journey, the third step is identifying the pain points. A simple feature, for example—Facebook. We all use Facebook, and one feature is the birthday feature. The personas are people who have a birthday and people who want to wish their friends a happy birthday. The pain point for the birthday person is: “I'm not sure if I should tell people, but I also don't want everyone to forget my birthday.” For friends who are close to the birthday person, their pain point is: “I forgot my friend's birthday.” So you have a lot of different pain points. Once you have your persona, their journey, and their pain points, the fourth step is to define your selection criteria. For example, you want to pick the biggest problem to solve. What should your selection criteria be? How many people are impacted, how painful it is for those people, and how likely you are to be able to solve the problem effectively. Then you choose one pain point to focus on. For example, for Taelor, we pick that we want to help busy men who are not into fashion to dress well. The pain point we addressed is helping them save time and look great.Share on X We didn't try to solve other problems. For example, a luxury menswear company might offer Louis Vuitton or Burberry for rent. The pain point they address is helping people who want luxury clothes but can't afford them, which is very different from our focus. The key is to use your selection criteria to pick the right pain point to solve first. Now you have the pain point. For example, for me, it is helping people have peace of mind and achieve their goals. Now you start using exactly the same framework for your solution. You pick your selection criteria and identify different solutions. Take Facebook birthday as an example. Oh, the problem I want to solve is that for people who are birthday boys or girl’s friend, they want to host a party. Now you can come out with plenty of solution. For example, the solution one could be AI generating party locations. The solution two is AI generate invitations. The third could be AI suggesting a party game or activity. Then you do the same thing—you identify your criteria. There are so many solutions, so what’s my criteria? The criteria are: which solution solves the pain point better? Which one requires fewer engineering hours? Which one can drive more engagement, traffic, or revenue for the company? Then you use the framework to pick the solution. Yeah. Love it. Okay. That’s fascinating. So you find the right problem. Then you look at the persona that has that problem. Then you identify the pain points that really bother these people. You find those persona and journey. That’s how you find a problem. The journey as well. So the persona. Okay. And these are busy men, so you map their journeys. They need to go to church, they need to go to meetings. Then you use your criteria to select the solution. That’s right. And then you basically stress test. Is this the right solution? Does it fit the criteria? Does it handle the pain points? Fascinating. Yeah. So you’re selecting criteria for your problem. And after you pick the problem, you have the same different selecting criteria to pick your solutions. Yeah. Got it. So how do you decide what features to develop? You have your product—you've got the clothes. People can order them, try them out, and send them back. You take care of the laundry. They don't have to worry. AI gives advice. How do you know what features to develop to define your product further? Yeah. So the features to develop use the same framework. We start with the problem. Then we ask, what feature—or solution—solves that problem? For example, our customers say, “I hate shopping.” The solution is our AI shops for them. But they also say, I have a little bit points of views. So then we offer them a chance, they have a style quiz. They can upload a picture, say “I don't wear pink, blue, or green,” And they can say, “I never wear turtlenecks.” And then they show a few pictures of the style that they like, if they have any, or we show them pictures to like or dislike. This way, we understand their preferences and pain points. And then when they decide a feature, we're thinking about the solutions to address their pain points.Share on X So for this example, and in terms of getting into the Product Management framework: If you are really going into product management, how do you find out the solution using quant and qual? For example, you interview your customers, run focus groups, check Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Shopify data, QuickBooks—your data points. Then you have qualitative and quantitative numbers. From there, you see the opportunity for a feature. You might identify a pain point: everyone comes to our homepage, but they drop off on the second page. Why? The homepage isn't very clear. There's no clear call-to-action button; the button was hidden. It was below the fold. Users have to scroll three times before they see the button. So, okay, I have a hypothesis. The hypothesis is that people drop off because they don't see the call-to-action button. So I'm going to come up with a solution. Solution one: move the button to the top. Solution two: have a floating button that is always visible. Solution three: show a pop-out button. And then using the same framework, like, okay, these are three great solutions. Which one take less engineering hours? Which one will potentially solve the problem better? Which one do we think will be more effective or generate more revenue? And then you decide. That's how we decide on the features. Yeah, that’s great. Then the AI keeps learning your criteria, keeps refining, and keeps suggesting better and better-fitting clothes. It gets faster from there, I presume. Yeah, because the customer provides feedback. Your Netflix shows—when you start, you might watch all the true crime. But after a few weeks, you start watching other things, like romcoms or Korean dramas. They see what you watch, and you start seeing those suggestions too. At the same time, what's different at Taelor is that we know the problem we're solving: helping people try something a little out of their comfort zone, because that's why they want a stylist.Share on X So we also tend to recommend something new. We work with over a hundred different brands, so we might suggest something they haven't tried before. “Oh, you've never tried purple? Why not try these light purple shirts? They look really good, similar to blue.” “Oh, you've never tried pink? How about this spring pink t-shirt? It's really nice.” It's a rental, so they don't have to commit, and they're willing to try something new—just like with Netflix. “I'm not sure if I'll like the show… watch five minutes, we'll see.” And then, is this a global business, Taelor, or is it focused on the U.S.? It's focused on the U.S. We serve nationwide—anywhere the post office can reach. After people sign up, shipping takes one to three days. They wear the clothes for a couple of weeks. After that, they return the clothes in a prepaid envelope. They can go to the post office, or use a post office app with one click to schedule a free pickup. You can also drop it in blue collection boxes on the street. If you're traveling—say, to New York for business—you can just return it at the hotel lobby. It's prepaid, just like any package. You ask, “Can I mail it back?” It’s prepaid. They always say yes, and then you go home, and new clothes has arrived. You don't have to do any laundry when you get home. And you don’t have to check in your luggage. Exactly. You don’t have to. And to get on and off the plane quickly. I love it. That’s great. So if people would like to learn more, or they’d like to check this service out, or want to connect with you personally, where should they go? Where can they find you? Yeah, go on https://taelor.style. Use the code PODCAST25 to get 25% off your first month or use the code PODCASTGIFT to buy a gift card with 10% off. And if you are great suppliers or business owners, you also want to tap on and work with your product, perfect for man who are busy. We love to partner with you. We work with dating sites, fitness centers, career coaches, and executive coaching companies. We also do holiday gifting, employee gifting, and new hire gifting to help your employees look great and save time. For investors, we are now backed by some of the largest consumer investors in the U.S., such as Goodwater Capital, the investors behind Lyft and Socar, Facebook, Twitter, and Spotify. Reach out to me at anya@taelor.ai. That’s perfect. So, just so we don't forget, you're an AI-driven company. That's amazing. So, if those of you listening to this enjoyed this conversation and learned something, you learned how to build a product: starting from identifying the right problem, looking at the personas, determining the persona, the journey, the pain points, selecting the criteria, and then picking the right solution. So, if you want to learn more about that and similar frameworks that accelerate your business, make sure you stay tuned, because every week I bring an exciting entrepreneur or thought leader who's going to help you fast-track your business. Anya, thank you for coming, and thank you for listening. Important Links: Anya's LinkedIn: Anya's website: Anya's email: anya@taelor.ai
This episode of The Shadow presents a thrilling adventure where Lamont Cranston, known as The Shadow, confronts the White Witch-Man on the mysterious Leviakeep Island. The story unfolds with themes of crime, magic, and the supernatural, showcasing The Shadow's powers and his relentless fight against evil. The narrative explores the legends of the island, the threat posed by the White Witch-Man, and the ultimate confrontation that leads to a dramatic conclusion involving a volcano eruption.Unearth the chilling secrets behind The White Witch-Man of Leviakey, where ancient magic, sinister revenge, and supernatural powers collide in a tropical nightmare. This episode reveals how a mysterious island's dark history and a crooked witchman's spell threaten to wipe out everyone who dares approach. If you're fascinated by stories of lost civilizations, forbidden magic, and the fight between good and evil—this is your front-row seat to a pulse-pounding adventure.Delving into the eerie landscape of Leviakey, you'll discover how McDonald's paintings hold the key to an ancient curse, and how modern weather reports are intertwined with supernatural control over nature itself. Lamont Cranston — aka The Shadow — uncovers a web of deception, power, and deadly rituals, rushing to save innocent lives from fiery sacrifices and living dead. We break down the secret of the witchman's magical hold, which allows him to command the sea, wind, and rain—making him a true devil in disguise.With insights into the native rebellion, cursed islands, and a hero risking all to expose the truth, you'll learn how ancient curses, greed, and supernatural fear maintain their grip over this forbidden land. Each step closer to the truth brings you deeper into a world where magic can literally shape the elements—and death lurks behind every shadow.This episode is essential listening for fans of adventure, supernatural mysteries, and stories where the line between reality and myth blurs. If you love tales of brave explorers battling demonic powers and uncovering ancient secrets, don't miss this electrifying journey into darkness and daring heroism.The Shadow's relentless quest to reveal the truth about Leviakey's deadly magic will leave you spellbound—and remind us all that some secrets are better left buried. Perfect for thrill-seekers and mystery lovers alike, experience the fear, bravery, and supernatural intrigue that only The Shadow can deliver.TakeawaysThe Shadow is a symbol of justice against crime.The Coast Guard Academy offers opportunities for public service.The White Witch-Man represents the forces of evil on Leviakeep Island.Legends of the living dead add suspense to the story.The Shadow's powers include invisibility and mind control.The journey to Leviakeep reveals the dangers of the unknown.The cave painting serves as a crucial plot point.The volcano eruption symbolizes the climax of the conflict.The Shadow's confrontation with the White Witch-Man showcases his bravery.The story concludes with a moral lesson about crime and justice.The Shadow, adventure, crime, Coast Guard, Leviakeep, witch, magic, suspense, radio drama, storytelling
The Football Pod is up and out after an interesting weekend in the National Football League, a certain Mayo star announces himself, Tyrone fall to Louth, Dublin dissapoint, Armagh have questions, and Cork, Roscommon, Donegal and Down just keep on winning.Chapters(01:00) - Poor Dublin, Kerry's spring(09:00) - Donegal hold off Armagh.(19:00) - Roscommon catch Galway.(23:00) - Kobe McDonald debut as Mayo beat Monaghan.(31:00) - Cork's big win against Meath. (39:00) - How Louth beat Tyrone and the Canavan question.(46:00) - Around the Grounds - highlights from Division 4, 3 and 2.The Football Pod is brought to you every week, thanks to AIB. Proud supporters of the AIB All-Ireland club championships for men's football, hurling, ladies football and Camogie. Because we believe support is what gets you the life you're truly after.
In part 2 of this episode, we have one of the Classic City's Black History makers, Carlos Strong. We discuss his journey from bringing the McDonald's All-American game to the state of Ga to him being the grown man that he is today.
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6 ans après la fin de sa carrière, Vincent Clerc détient toujours le record d'essais du Top 14.101 réalisations qui l'érigent parmi les plus grands joueurs de rugby de tous les temps.Pourtant, jusqu'à ses 18 ans, rien ne prédestine ce jeune Grenoblois à une carrière au plus haut niveau.Vincent le dit lui-même : “je ne pensais pas du tout avoir le potentiel”.Mais sa passion dévorante pour le ballon ovale, sa pugnacité et sa capacité de travail supérieure à la moyenne finissent par payer, et tout s'accélère du jour au lendemain.Alors qu'il n'évolue qu'en Pro D2, il est repéré par le Stade Toulousain, où il construira ensuite toute sa carrière. Une deuxième famille avec laquelle il soulève 3 boucliers de Brennus (n'hésitez pas à demander à votre IA préférée si vous n'avez pas la référence) et remporte 3 titres de champion d'Europe.En 2018, Vincent raccroche les crampons et entame une reconversion inattendue. Il se lance dans la reprise d'un restaurant McDonald's au cœur de Toulouse, sa ville de cœur.Aujourd'hui, il gère 2 établissements, 80 employés et ne compte absolument pas s'arrêter là.Dans cet épisode, nous revenons sur le parcours hors du commun de Vincent :Comment il est passé de la deuxième division à l'équipe de France en 8 moisLa recette pour performer dans la durée, sans enchaîner les blessuresComment appréhender la pression et s'en servir comme moteurSon plan pour monter un empire de la restaurationDécouvrez un homme qui a marqué à jamais le plus prestigieux championnat de rugby du monde et qui s'attaque avec la même détermination au monde de la restauration.Vous pouvez contacter Vincent sur LinkedIn et Instagram.TIMELINE:00:00:00 : Le supplément d'âme qui fait gagner sur un terrain00:13:54 : « Jusqu'à 18 ans, je ne pensais pas avoir de potentiel »00:22:21 : Guy Novès : entraîneur, mentor mais aussi beau-père00:29:01 : Le rugby est-il devenu trop dangereux ?00:35:11 : Être galvanisé par la pression00:51:51 : Gérer l'intensité pour être performant plus longtemps01:01:53 : La semaine type d'un rugbyman professionnel01:08:27 : Atteindre de grands objectifs avec la stratégie des petits pas01:14:51 : Perdre une finale de coupe du monde pour 1 point01:25:46 : « Je ne lisais jamais la presse, ni après un bon, ni après un mauvais match »01:35:09 : Combien ça gagne un joueur de rugby ?01:40:14 : Le face-à-face légendaire avec les All Blacks01:49:50 : Raccrocher les crampons et se reconvertir dans la restauration01:59:20 : La rigueur nécessaire pour gérer 4 McDonald's02:09:40 : « Dans cette nouvelle vie, je ne me mets pas de limite »02:18:08 : Retrouver l'adrénaline de la réussite dans l'entrepreneuriatLes anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : Romain Grosjean - Pilote de F1 & d'Indycar - L'adrénaline, la vitesse, la mort, le retour à la vie#137 - Yannick Noah - Tennisman, chanteur et humanitaire - Parler doucement pour se faire entendre fort#463 - Nicolas Spiess (Running Addict) - Campus - L'expert du running : transformer sa communauté en business rentable#479 - Nikola Karabatic - Champion de Handball - 22 titres sur 23 : la légende du sport français#413 - Alexandre Boucheix (Casquette Verte) - Ultra-Traileur - “Je suis jamais le meilleur mais j'adore briller”#300 - Mathieu Blanchard - Ultratrail et Aventure - Commencer le running à 26 ans et devenir une légende de l'ultratrailNous avons parlé de :Guy Novès, joueur puis entraineur du stade Toulousains et sélectionneur de l'équipe de FranceL'endurance fondamentaleLa victoire à Croke Park en 2007 contre l'IrlandeLa finale de coupe du monde 2011, perdue d'un pointLe principality stadium à CardiffL'équipe de France qui fait face au Haka des All Blacks en 2007 à CardiffLes recommandations de lecture :Manuel du guerrier de la lumière de Paulo CoelhoUn grand MERCI à nos sponsors : Squarespace : https://squarespace.com/doitQonto: https://qonto.com/r/2i7tk9 Brevo: brevo.com/doit eToro: https://bit.ly/3GTSh0k Payfit: payfit.com Club Med : clubmed.frCuure : https://cuure.com/product-onely (réduction en cours avec le code MSTEFANI)Vous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
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The hosts guide listeners through practical phrases like ordering a kids' meal (menu dziecięce) and asking about toys, but repeatedly breaks the fourth wall to discuss McDonald's "toxic" aspects: low wages, processed ingredients, lobbying power, and its role in global health issues. The episode name-checks competitors (KFC, Subway, Burger King) and touches on institutional investors like BlackRock and Vanguard, framing language learning within a critique of American corporate culture exported globally.
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