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This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & Grading Solutions Excavation    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Matt B. Vigil, a Marine Corps veteran who bought a $70,000 skid steer with zero business experience and built it into Grading Solutions Excavation — a company closing in on eight figures.   Matt breaks down the $350 job that taught him how to bid, the six-figure dairy expansion he white-knuckled through solo, and the hiring boom happening right now in a trade nobody wants to touch. He also gets into the morning routine and mindset shifts that took him from complacent to unstoppable.   If you've got nothing but a work ethic and an itch to build something real, this is your sign — Matt's proof the trades pay, and the door's wide open.  

Dave McElroy is the bandleader of the Dave McElroy Band, a country music act centered on his songwriting and live performances. Named 2016 Breakout Artist of the Year at CMA Fest, he is also an entrepreneur, television host, and seasoned business operator with expertise in sales, customer service, team building, and controlled growth. Dave hosts Hang Time with Dave McElroy and has developed branded products, including a sunglasses collection. His work spans music, entertainment, business, and charitable initiatives. In this episode… Building a successful business, creating meaningful work, and reinventing your career all require more than ambition. The strongest leaders know how to protect quality, understand people, and recognize when it's time to pursue a new direction. What does it take to keep growing without losing the values that made you successful? Entrepreneur and country music artist Dave McElroy has built his career around reinvention, leadership, customer service, and a relentless focus on quality. His approach to business growth centers on scaling at a sustainable pace, developing employees instead of simply managing them, and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. Dave also explains how songwriting, marketing, and product development all depend on understanding human emotion and refining an idea until it truly connects. Across business and music, his advice is simple: take care of people, keep improving the work, and don't let ego get in the way of long-term success. In this episode of the Up Arrow Podcast, William Harris chats with Dave McElroy, country music artist and bandleader of the Dave McElroy Band, about business growth, leadership, reinvention, and connecting with customers. Dave shares why controlled growth protects quality, how to build high-performing teams, and what songwriting can teach marketers. He also discusses dyslexia, faith, Nashville, and the lessons he learned from his family.

I got forced to slow down, and it's the lesson I need to learn over and over again.In this episode, I read a personal essay from my Substack about a tennis injury that took me out mid swing. One minute I'm making an incredible shot down the line, the next I'm on the ground with my knee twisted and my foot throbbing.But this episode isn't really about the injury. It's about what happens when your body forces you to stop, and what that stillness makes you face, including grief I've been carrying since losing both of my parents.In this episode, you'll hear…The moment I went down mid-shot at a tennis clinic, and the very reaction that followed (spoiler: it involved refusing to stop playing)Why I instinctively downplayed the injury and tried to keep going, even with blood involvedThe connection I draw between forcing my body to heal on it's own timelineClick here to find the full show notes and transcript for this episode.EPISODE RESOURCES:Subscribe to Sam's SubstackRead today's essay I got forced to slow downGet Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarIf you have a question you'd like Sam to answer on a future podcast episode, you can submit it here.Click here to be notified when new episodes of On Your Terms® come outCONNECT:Get Sam's weekly newsletter, Sam's SidebarFollow Sam on InstagramFollow Sam on YouTubeSubscribe to Sam's SubstackTake Sam's free legal workshop "5 Steps to Legally Protect & Grow Your Online Business"DISCLAIMER

>> Get A Free Copy Of The Book (Big Idea To Bestseller): https://www.bigideatobestseller.com/free-book>> Book A Call With Our Team: https://write.bigideatobestseller.com/booking-page>> Step-By-Step Process To Becoming A Bestselling Author: https://write.bigideatobestseller.com/vsl-watch-pageIG: @jakekelferLinkedIn: @jakekelferThe episode explores how overcoming adversity, building mental resilience, and taking challenges one step at a time can transform a person's life. It highlights how sharing a raw, honest personal story through a book can inspire others, create meaningful connections, and reinforce a message of hope, while also emphasizing the importance of perseverance, community, and surrounding yourself with a strong team.Connect With Jesse:>>Website:jessebruce.com>>Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/oa_jbruce 

What do you do when you inherit a problem everyone else has given up on?Before helping build Grafana Labs into one of the world's leading infrastructure software companies, Anthony Woods inherited enterprise software that had already cost millions of dollars—and concluded it was never going to work. Instead of accepting it, he spent one weekend building a better solution. That single decision became the turning point that ultimately led him to co-found Grafana Labs, now a company valued in the billions.In this episode of Lead the Team, Anthony shares the leadership lessons behind innovation, confidence, and building organizations where great people do their best work.You'll learn:Why your biggest career opportunity may be hiding inside your biggest problem.How one manager's belief can change someone's entire career.Why the best leaders create environments where people are encouraged to experiment and fail.How Grafana built a thriving remote-first culture across the globe.Why solving problems—not titles—is the fastest path to leadership.Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or looking for the confidence to take your next bold step, Anthony's story is a reminder that extraordinary careers often begin with one decision to solve a problem no one else will.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Joel Gandara fled Cuba on an overcrowded boat at age 4, grew up in poverty, and built and sold a multi-million-dollar men's apparel company — without ever having a master plan. He joins Ted Phaeton on The Modern Man Podcast to unpack the arc, the tactics, and the brotherhood he now runs for men who want more.   Joel is a Cuban refugee, a former apparel entrepreneur (he acquired 13 of 14 businesses that weren't publicly for sale — using handwritten notes as the opening move), and the founder of 31 Daily Challenges and The Brotherhood — an invitation-only community of 119 men across the country who meet the standard through his 31-day challenge process. His wife runs the equivalent for women.   In this conversation: the Garbage Pail Kids origin story (fourth-grade entrepreneur, out of necessity), why he never had a master plan and figured everything out along the way, the $160K cash-withdrawal moment that shifted his identity, why 100% of his risks got green-lit by his wife (and the exit-plan discipline that earned that trust), the organize-organize-organize principle that made his apparel company sale-ready without a scramble, the handwritten-note tactic that led to 13 acquisitions, the Brotherhood model (invitation-only, intentionally slow-growth, 2–5 new invites per class), why the lone wolf is losing more than he thinks, how to vet mentors ("how are they living, not what they show"), the anti-vanity discipline ($49 Timex, no mortgage, used truck bought cash — the more things you own, the more things break), and the line every married man should stitch on his wall: pick the damn place. Chapters: 00:00 If It Was All You Knew 02:33 Growing Up in Poverty 04:50 The Garbage Pail Kids Hustle 07:21 Building a Multi-Million-Dollar Business 10:36 The $160K Identity Shift 12:57 The Midas-Touch Trap 13:22 Risk & Marriage 16:22 Organize Your Business 19:24 From Business to Brotherhood 22:40 Accountability & Brotherhood 27:31 The Lone Wolf 30:18 Choosing the Right Mentors 33:04 Success Without the Vanity 36:05 The 31-Day Challenge 39:05 The Handwritten Note 41:05 Face Your Fears 41:27 Be the Man 43:28 She's Not a Mind Reader 44:21 The Bigger Vision 46:53 Failure as a Gift 48:35 Ted's Recap Community: The Brotherhood (invitation-only, after the 31-day challenge)

Grab our High-Converting Web Design Proposal Template and start confidently charging a lot more for custom web design projects, without hustling, overworking, or losing all your clients: https://webdesigneracademy.com/proposal #208 - Why Web Designers Need to Think Like Conversion Strategists, Not Just Designers, with Cathy Olson I sat down with Cathy Olson, co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous and FG Funnels, to talk about the thing that actually separates a web designer charging a thousand dollars from one charging fifty thousand dollars for the same skill set, and it comes down to understanding the psychology behind why design sells and being able to explain it. Cathy spent years running a high end web design studio before she discovered sales funnels and completely shifted how she thought about her work. In this episode we get into why explaining the "why" behind your design decisions builds trust and lets you charge more, what a sales page can teach you about conversion psychology even if you never build a funnel, why she thinks AI is actually good news for designers willing to level up, and what it took for her to walk away from a business community that turned on her when she made a decision that was right for her company. What you'll learn...  Why explaining your design decisions is the difference between a $1,000 website and a $50,000 one  How to study a sales page like a masterclass in conversion psychology  Why testimonials work as trust buffers and what an offer stack is really doing for a buyer  How Cathy uses AI inside her own business without losing what makes her work valuable  Why the courage to walk away from what isn't working almost always opens up something better Resources mentioned...  FG Society, Cathy's membership community for marketers and designers, starting at $67 a month  Cathy's new solo Instagram account for conversion design tips: @cathyfunnels Funnel Gorgeous on Instagram Related episodes...  Episode 180: The Truth About Pricing with Melina Palmer of The Brainy Business Podcast, https://webdesigneracademy.com/180  Episode 189: How To Price Custom Web Design Projects with Shannon Mattern, https://webdesigneracademy.com/189  Episode 202: Is AI Ruining Web Design? (Or Making It Better?) with Diane Whiddon, https://webdesigneracademy.com/202 About Cathy Olson: Cathy is the co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous and FG Funnels, where she and her business partner Julie Chenell help online business owners build profitable, ethical marketing funnels. Website: funnelgorgeous.com | Instagram: @cathyfunnels About Shannon Mattern: Shannon Mattern is a Pricing Strategist, creator of The Package Matrix™ Method and the founder of the Web Designer Academy where she helps experienced women web designers book higher-paying web design projects, charge more with confidence, run projects without overworking and burnout and break through to their next level of income and freedom. For Web Designers: webdesigneracademy.com For Service Providers, Consultants & Agencies: shannonmattern.com Instagram: @profitablewebdesigner

He prayed in tongues walking the aisles of a grocery store, and walked out with the idea for a multi-million-dollar ice cream flavor. Lance Wallnau sits down with former fighter pilot turned business coach Ed Rush to break down Deuteronomy 8:18 and what it really means that God gives His people "the power to get wealth." Lance and Ed dig into the Hebrew word behind "power," koach, and its surprising root in the word for chameleon, a creature built to adapt and produce in any environment, in any economy. They tell the full story behind the Cookies and Cream idea, talk about "convergence," and explain why Ed believes this is a "Joseph season" of open-heaven opportunity for kingdom-minded entrepreneurs. The conversation also previews a free live webinar on multiple income streams and wealth creation. In this episode: * The Hebrew word for "power" in "power to get wealth," and its surprising root in the word for chameleon * Why Ed Rush kept Deuteronomy 8:18 on his license plate for three years, and what it meant to the people who noticed * The full story of the businessman who says he prayed in tongues in a grocery store and walked out with the idea for Cookies and Cream ice cream * Why Ed Rush believes this is a "Joseph season," an open-heaven window of opportunity for kingdom-minded entrepreneurs * What "convergence" means, and why Lance says the season after 50 brings a lifetime of gifts and story together * The four topics covered in Lance and Ed's upcoming free webinar: divine wisdom, hearing from God, implementation, and acceleration Podcast Episode 2217: Praying in Tongues Made This Entrepreneur a Multi-Million Dollar Man! | don't miss this! Listen to more episodes of the Lance Wallnau Show at lancewallnau.com/podcast

In this episode, Dan and Donnie break down why estate planning matters for pest and lawn business owners. With successful pest control companies potentially valued at 10 to 14 times EBITDA, the business can create a significant estate—and significant tax and succession challenges. The conversation covers federal estate tax exemptions, gifting strategies, revocable and irrevocable trusts, asset protection, probate, and ways business owners can structure their estates to protect their families and preserve the value they've worked so hard to create.    Hosts: Dan Gordon, PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists: https://pcobookkeepers.com/ Donnie Shelton, Triangle Home Services: https://trianglehomeservices.com/ Sponsors: Coalmarch: https://www.coalmarch.com/podcast PestSure: https://www.pestsure.com/ Voice for Pest: https://www.voiceforpest.com/podcast Forshaw: https://www.forshaw.com/ PestPac by WorkWave: https://www.pestpac.com/pmpindustryinsiders Peer Groups: https://www.pmpindustryinsider.com/peergroups Insiders Conference:  https://www.pmpindustryinsider.com/conference

Grab our High-Converting Web Design Proposal Template and start confidently charging a lot more for custom web design projects, without hustling, overworking, or losing all your clients: https://webdesigneracademy.com/proposal #208 - Why Web Designers Need to Think Like Conversion Strategists, Not Just Designers, with Cathy Olson I sat down with Cathy Olson, co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous and FG Funnels, to talk about the thing that actually separates a web designer charging a thousand dollars from one charging fifty thousand dollars for the same skill set, and it comes down to understanding the psychology behind why design sells and being able to explain it. Cathy spent years running a high end web design studio before she discovered sales funnels and completely shifted how she thought about her work. In this episode we get into why explaining the "why" behind your design decisions builds trust and lets you charge more, what a sales page can teach you about conversion psychology even if you never build a funnel, why she thinks AI is actually good news for designers willing to level up, and what it took for her to walk away from a business community that turned on her when she made a decision that was right for her company. What you'll learn...  Why explaining your design decisions is the difference between a $1,000 website and a $50,000 one  How to study a sales page like a masterclass in conversion psychology  Why testimonials work as trust buffers and what an offer stack is really doing for a buyer  How Cathy uses AI inside her own business without losing what makes her work valuable  Why the courage to walk away from what isn't working almost always opens up something better Resources mentioned...  FG Society, Cathy's membership community for marketers and designers, starting at $67 a month  Cathy's new solo Instagram account for conversion design tips: @cathyfunnels Funnel Gorgeous on Instagram Related episodes...  Episode 180: The Truth About Pricing with Melina Palmer of The Brainy Business Podcast, https://webdesigneracademy.com/180  Episode 189: How To Price Custom Web Design Projects with Shannon Mattern, https://webdesigneracademy.com/189  Episode 202: Is AI Ruining Web Design? (Or Making It Better?) with Diane Whiddon, https://webdesigneracademy.com/202 About Cathy Olson: Cathy is the co-founder of Funnel Gorgeous and FG Funnels, where she and her business partner Julie Chenell help online business owners build profitable, ethical marketing funnels. Website: funnelgorgeous.com | Instagram: @cathyfunnels About Shannon Mattern: Shannon Mattern is a Pricing Strategist, creator of The Package Matrix™ Method and the founder of the Web Designer Academy where she helps experienced women web designers book higher-paying web design projects, charge more with confidence, run projects without overworking and burnout and break through to their next level of income and freedom. For Web Designers: webdesigneracademy.com For Service Providers, Consultants & Agencies: shannonmattern.com Instagram: @profitablewebdesigner

Stephanie Garcia started Mama Breaks while teaching from home and looking for a way to reconnect with cards.Her first goal was to reach 1,000 Instagram followers and host one break. Four years later, she leads a 12-person, multimillion-dollar business.Stephanie shares why she left teaching, how she earned trust with collectors, when she knew it was time to hire, and why the experience around a break matters as much as the cards.She also explains how her love for wrestling, Star Wars, and non-sports cards helped Mama Breaks serve collectors who were being overlooked.This is a conversation about risk, community, leadership, and sharing what you love with your kids.Sign up for Hobby Jobs and The Weekly Rip for freeA special thank you to eBay for sponsoring Passion to Profession. The biggest and best marketplace to buy your next favorite trading card.Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast PatreonFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Tiktok ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Evan Rogan shares his journey of scaling a company from scratch to a multi-million dollar business. Learn how incorporating new technology, community building, and unique business models can drive exponential growth.

In this episode of What Are You Made Of?, Mike “C-Roc” sits down with LuAnn Nigara, podcast host, keynote speaker, author, and accomplished entrepreneur, for an inspiring conversation about belief, accountability, entrepreneurship, and creating your next chapter. LuAnn shares how her parents shaped her mindset from an early age, combining her mother's unwavering belief that she could accomplish anything with her father's emphasis on accountability and proving how it could be done. She reflects on growing up in an entrepreneurial family, taking on responsibility in the family business as a child, and eventually building Window Works with her husband from the ground up into a successful multi-million-dollar company.LuAnn also opens up about transitioning away from the business after more than four decades and why she never experienced the identity crisis that often comes with leaving a longtime career or business. Instead, she had already been proactively creating her next future through podcasting, business education, coaching, live events, and mentorship. Mike "C-Roc" and LuAnn explore the importance of having a clear mission, vision, and values—not only for a business but for your life—and how using those principles can make difficult decisions clearer. They also discuss trusting your inner voice, recognizing your unique gifts, taking action without getting stuck on the “how,” and proactively building a future that pulls you forward. LuAnn's story is a powerful reminder that success isn't just about what you build, but about continually having the courage and clarity to create what comes next.Website- http://luannnigara.com/https://www.instagram.com/luannnigara/?hl=en

Gabrielle Requena, the founder of Wrinkles Schminkles, shares her entrepreneurial journey, detailing how she built a successful skincare brand from a simple idea. Starting with a Bachelor and Master of E-commerce, Gabrielle gained valuable experience at Deloitte Consulting and eBay, which laid the groundwork for her future venture. Frustrated by the lack of effective solutions for chest wrinkles caused by side sleeping, Gabrielle developed 100% medical-grade silicone patches. These patches work by compressing the skin and stimulating blood flow and collagen, offering both instantaneous and cumulative results. Initially a side project, Wrinkles Schminkles grew into a global business with nearly $20 million in annual revenue, primarily through direct-to-consumer e-commerce in Australia, the US, and the UK. Gabrielle discusses the challenges and triumphs of scaling the business, including navigating the competitive beauty market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Celebrating our 500th episode with Craig & Elizabeth Faulks, the very first members of the Million Dollar Plumber Success Academy! Hear how they grew Jack and Jill Plumbing from a single pickup truck into a multi-million dollar business — and how it transformed their family's future.

An electricity interconnector between the UK and Ireland has been diverted not to avoid any archaeological site. It was because it would disturb a memorial to Dobby the House Elf from Harry Potter. We get the details from Enda Brady, International TV News Anchor with TRT World.

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Kernbotschaft formulieren Shownotes Wie kannst Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren, die Dein Markt sofort versteht? Genau darum geht es in Episode 958 von TomsTalkTime. Viele Unternehmer, Selbstständige und Experten wissen genau, was sie können. Sie haben Erfahrung, liefern gute Ergebnisse und helfen ihren Kunden wirklich weiter. Trotzdem fällt es ihnen schwer, ihr Angebot in wenigen klaren Worten zu erklären. Das Problem ist häufig nicht fehlende Kompetenz. Es ist eine Botschaft, die zu kompliziert, zu breit oder zu stark aus der eigenen Fachperspektive formuliert ist. Wenn Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren möchtest, die Kunden erreicht, musst Du deshalb nicht möglichst viel erklären. Du musst das Richtige verständlich machen. Zusammenfassung und Stichpunkte In dieser Episode erfährst Du, wie Du Deine Leistung so beschreibst, dass Dein Markt schnell erkennt, warum sie relevant ist. Gute Arbeit braucht eine klare Botschaft: Dein Markt kann nur verstehen, was Du deutlich benennst. Kompetenz allein sorgt noch nicht dafür, dass potenzielle Kunden Dein Angebot richtig einordnen. Beginne mit dem Problem: Menschen hören aufmerksam zu, wenn sie ihre eigene Situation wiedererkennen. Deshalb sollte Deine Botschaft nicht zuerst Deine Methode erklären, sondern das Problem ansprechen, das Dein Kunde bereits spürt. Sprich über das Ergebnis: Kunden möchten wissen, was sich für sie verbessert. Methoden, Prozesse und Werkzeuge sind wichtig, aber das gewünschte Ergebnis ist emotional näher und leichter verständlich. Formuliere einfach: Eine verständliche Botschaft ist nicht oberflächlich. Sie hilft Deinem Gegenüber, schneller zu erfassen, ob Dein Angebot zur eigenen Situation passt. Teste Deine Aussage: Eine Kernbotschaft sollte im Gespräch, auf Deiner Website und in Deinen Inhalten funktionieren. Echte Reaktionen zeigen Dir, ob Deine Formulierung klar genug ist. Nutze eine einfache Struktur: Zielgruppe, Problem und Ergebnis bilden das Grundgerüst einer starken Kernbotschaft. Vielleicht hast Du bisher versucht, jede Facette Deiner Arbeit in einem einzigen Satz unterzubringen. Genau dadurch wird Deine Aussage aber schnell kompliziert. Eine starke Kernbotschaft muss nicht alles erklären. Sie soll Interesse wecken, Relevanz zeigen und die richtige Person dazu bringen, genauer hinzuhören. Wenn Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren möchtest, beginne deshalb mit drei Fragen: Wem hilfst Du? Welches konkrete Problem löst Du? Was wird für Deinen Kunden danach besser? Diese Fragen helfen Dir, Deine Leistung aus der Sicht Deines Marktes zu betrachten. Denn Dein Kunde interessiert sich nicht zuerst für Deine Methode. Er interessiert sich für seine eigene Situation. Das heißt, Du musst Deine Expertise nicht kleiner machen. Du musst sie nur in eine Sprache übersetzen, die Deine Zielgruppe versteht. Je klarer Deine Botschaft ist, desto leichter kann Dein Markt Dich einordnen, sich an Dich erinnern und erkennen, warum Dein Angebot relevant ist. Diese Episode zeigt Dir, wie Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren kannst, ohne in leere Werbesprache zu rutschen. Du darfst klar, direkt und verständlich sprechen. Genau dadurch wird Deine Kommunikation stärker. Shownotes und Episodendetails Viele Unternehmer, Selbstständige und Experten kennen ihr Thema sehr genau. Sie haben Erfahrung, lösen echte Probleme und liefern gute Ergebnisse. Trotzdem verstehen potenzielle Kunden häufig nicht sofort, was ihr Angebot besonders macht. Genau hier wird eine klare Kernbotschaft entscheidend. Wenn Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren möchtest, musst Du Deine gesamte Arbeit nicht in einen einzigen Satz pressen. Deine Botschaft soll nicht alles erklären. Sie soll dafür sorgen, dass die richtige Person erkennt: „Das betrifft mich." Warum Fachwissen allein nicht ausreicht Gute Arbeit ist natürlich wichtig. Aber Dein Markt kann nur das wahrnehmen, was Du verständlich kommunizierst. Wenn Du Dein Angebot mit Fachbegriffen, komplexen Abläufen und langen Erklärungen beschreibst, hören potenzielle Kunden vielleicht höflich zu. Sie erkennen aber nicht immer, warum Deine Leistung für sie relevant ist. Das heißt, Sichtbarkeit beginnt nicht erst bei Social Media, Werbung oder Reichweite. Sichtbarkeit beginnt mit einer klaren Aussage. Wenn Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren willst, solltest Du deshalb zuerst aus der Perspektive Deines Kunden denken. Beginne mit dem Problem des Kunden Viele Experten beginnen ihre Beschreibung mit der eigenen Methode: „Ich biete strategische Beratung." „Ich entwickle ganzheitliche Prozesse." „Ich arbeite mit einem individuellen Coaching-Ansatz." Diese Aussagen können fachlich korrekt sein. Sie zeigen dem Kunden aber noch nicht, welches konkrete Problem gelöst wird. Eine verständlichere Botschaft könnte lauten: „Ich helfe Unternehmern, ihre internen Abläufe zu vereinfachen, damit weniger Zeit verloren geht." Der Unterschied liegt in der Perspektive. Der Kunde erkennt sein Problem und versteht, was sich für ihn verändern kann. Das Ergebnis ist emotional näher Kunden kaufen selten eine Methode, weil sie die Methode besonders spannend finden. Sie kaufen eine Verbesserung ihrer Situation. Ein Coach verkauft nicht nur Gespräche. Er hilft vielleicht dabei, klarere Entscheidungen zu treffen. Ein Marketingberater verkauft nicht nur Kampagnen. Er hilft dabei, mehr passende Anfragen zu gewinnen. Ein Podcast-Berater verkauft nicht nur Technik und Episodenplanung. Er hilft dabei, Vertrauen, Sichtbarkeit und Reichweite aufzubauen. Wenn Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren möchtest, sollte deshalb das gewünschte Ergebnis klar erkennbar sein. Einfach bedeutet nicht beliebig Viele Unternehmer fürchten, dass eine einfache Formulierung ihre Leistung kleiner oder oberflächlicher wirken lässt. Das Gegenteil ist häufig der Fall. Wer ein komplexes Thema einfach erklären kann, zeigt damit echtes Verständnis. Klarheit ist kein Zeichen fehlender Tiefe. Klarheit zeigt, dass Du Dein Wissen so übersetzen kannst, dass andere Menschen es verstehen. Vermeide deshalb unnötige Fachbegriffe und allgemeine Aussagen wie „ganzheitliche Transformation" oder „innovative Lösungen". Sage konkreter, wem Du hilfst, welches Problem Du löst und welches Ergebnis möglich wird. Teste Deine Kernbotschaft im Alltag Eine gute Formulierung entsteht selten nur am Schreibtisch. Nutze Deine Botschaft in Gesprächen, auf Deiner Website, in Social Media und in Deinem Podcast. Beobachte anschließend die Reaktionen. Verstehen Menschen sofort, worum es geht? Fragen sie interessiert nach? Oder musst Du Deine Aussage jedes Mal ausführlich erklären? Besonders wertvoll ist die Sprache Deiner Kunden. Welche Worte benutzen sie, wenn sie über ihr Problem sprechen? Welche Veränderung wünschen sie sich? Diese Formulierungen helfen Dir oft mehr als künstliche Werbesprache. Eine einfache Formel für Deine Botschaft Du kannst mit dieser Struktur beginnen: „Ich helfe [Zielgruppe], [Problem] zu lösen, damit [Ergebnis]." Zum Beispiel: „Ich helfe Selbstständigen, ihre Kernbotschaft klar zu formulieren, damit potenzielle Kunden sofort verstehen, warum ihr Angebot relevant ist." Diese Formel ist kein starres Gesetz. Sie gibt Dir aber eine klare Grundlage. Du kannst Deine persönliche Haltung ergänzen, zum Beispiel: „Ohne komplizierte Sprache, künstliche Selbstdarstellung oder aggressive Verkaufsmethoden." So wird Deine Botschaft nicht nur verständlich, sondern auch unterscheidbar. Wenn Du eine Kernbotschaft formulieren möchtest, konzentriere Dich auf das Wesentliche. Deine Botschaft soll die Tür öffnen. Die ausführlichen Erklärungen folgen danach. Weitere Episoden und die Möglichkeit, Tom eine persönliche Sprachnachricht zu senden, findest Du unter https://tomstalktime.com/. Klicke dort am Bildschirmrand auf „Frag Tom". Das Hörbuch über die wichtigsten persönlichen Eigenschaften erfolgreicher Multi-Millionäre findest Du unter https://tomstalktime.com/eigenschaften. Und denk immer daran: Wer will, findet Wege. Wer nicht will, findet Gründe. Tschüss, mach's gut. Dein Tom.             Hol Dir jetzt Dein Hörbuch "Selfmade Millionäre packen aus" und klicke auf das Bild!                 Buchempfehlung bei Amazon: Denken Sie wie Ihre Kunden   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Mehr Freiheit, mehr Geld und mehr Spaß mit DEINEM eigenen Podcast. Erfahre jetzt, warum es auch für Dich Sinn macht, Deinen eigenen Podcast zu starten. Jetzt hier zum kostenlosen Podcast-Workshop anmelden: https://Podcastkurs.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   So fing alles an. Hier geht´s zur allerersten Episode von TomsTalkTime.com – DER Erfolgspodcast. Und ja, der Qualitätsunterschied sollte zu hören sein. Aber hey, das war 2012…

On August 30, 2022, Kawasaki Heavy Industries sued Rorze Corporation for patent infringement. Kawasaki accused Rorze of stealing its patented semiconductor silicon wafer handling and transfer robotic systems technology and — nearly four years later — a jury agreed. In March 2026, a jury found that Rorze willfully infringed on Kawasaki's patent and awarded $16.65 million in lost profits and $31.7 million on lost royalties. However, the $48.35 million verdict didn't end there as Kawasaki tried to triple the damages to some $145 million due to the willful infringement finding. #Manufacturing, #Robotics, #Semiconductors, #Patent, #PatentInfringement, #Kawasaki, #Rorze, #SemiconductorManufacturing, #IndustrialRobotics, #Automation, #ManufacturingNews, #Technology, #LegalNews, #Innovation, #Engineering

Senate Judiciary Committee votes along party lines to approve the nomination of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to be in that role permanently; Senate leaders discuss the agenda for what they hope will be the last week in session in Washington before the August break, including a bill to prevent another government shutdown in October; Rep. Max Miller (R-OH) asks for and get a House Ethics Committee investigation of allegations of domestic abuse made by his ex-wife against him, he says to clear his name. We will hear from his former father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-OH), who has said he is unfit to be in office; Justice Department announces charges against 19 people in Pennsylvania accused of collecting more than $4 million in fraudulent Medicare and Medicaid home health care claims; Stocks jump on Wall Street, partly on hopes the energy waterway Strait of Hormuz will soon reopen; Astronaut Chris Williams, who returned to Earth a week ago from the International Space Station, is asked about support of family during his mission, including from his uncle, Fox News Senior Political Analyst Juan Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people think wealth begins with money. Matt Bradbury's story proves it begins with ownership, discipline, and the willingness to start where you are.Long before building successful businesses and investing in real estate, Matthew was a young husband and father raising three children while living in a mobile home and relying on government assistance. Instead of allowing those circumstances to define his future, he used them as the foundation for something much greater.Corwyn J. Melette and Matthew explore how affordable homeownership, entrepreneurship, financial discipline, and long-term thinking can create opportunities that change a family's future. From protecting equity to building businesses and creating generational wealth, this conversation demonstrates that lasting success is built through intentional decisions—not perfect circumstances.Key Takeaways:00:01 Wealth begins with wise decisions—not money04:15 From a mobile home to financial success09:20 Why starting small creates long-term opportunities12:20 Business ownership and real estate work together17:35 Why owning equity matters21:40 Leadership, integrity, and lasting success26:20 Why your starting point never defines your futureLegacy Building Takeaway:"Put yourself third. God first, others second, I'm third." — Matthew BradburyConnect with Matt Bradbury:Website: buysellyourbusiness.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/business-acquisition-&-merger-associates/Email Address: matt@buysellyourbusiness.comConnect with Corwyn:Contact Number: 843-619-3005Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/exitstrategiesradioshow/⁠FB Page:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/exitstrategiessc/⁠Youtube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxoSuynJd5c4qQ_eDXLJaZA⁠Website:⁠ https://www.exitstrategiesradioshow.com⁠Website: https://exitrealty.com/office/North_Charleston/SC/2575/EXIT_REALTY_LOWCOUNTRY_GROUPLinkedin:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmelette/⁠Shoutout to our Sponsor: Country Boy HomesDo you remember your grandma's front porch? You know that spot where stories were told, kisses were stolen, and sweet tea was always being sipped. Now imagine giving your family a place to make those same memories, but in a brand new, energy-efficient, and home that was built just for you. At Country Boy Homes, we help folks just like you find that forever feeling.Whether it's your first home, your next home, or your, we're done with rent forever, like,  seriously home, we specialize in affordable, durable, manufactured, and modular homes, the kind that make room for muddy boots, big dreams, and second helpings. Come see what coming home really feels like. Call 843-574-8979 today.Country Boy Homes, Built to Last, Priced for You.

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments Guest: Jonathan Berryhill How an Ex-Military Saved His Marriage & Built a Multi-Million Dollar Empire | Ready, Set, Go! Podcast Welcome back to the Ready, Set, Go! Real Estate Investing Podcast with your host, Brandon Elliott! In this episode of the Ready, Set, Go! Real Estate Investing Podcast, host Brandon Elliott sits down with Jonathan Berryhill—an ex-military infantry sergeant and former narcotics officer who completely transformed his life to save his marriage and build a massive business empire. Jonathan shares his incredible journey of applying military discipline to the business world, scaling and selling multiple companies for millions, and rapidly building five real estate brokerages with over 50 agents in just a few years. If you want to learn how to systemize your business, build a loyal team culture, and prioritize your family while achieving massive wealth, this episode is a masterclass in execution. ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report:https://myfreescorenow.com/enroll/?AID=COUNSELELITELLC&PID=18983 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

In this episode, we sit down with Robert Toro, President of the Woburn City Council and owner of Toro Construction, to talk about his journey from spending 15 years as a federal investigator to building a multi-million-dollar residential remodeling company. Robert shares what it was like starting a business while working a full-time federal job, the lessons he learned scaling quickly, how he built a team and company culture, and the biggest mistakes contractors and homeowners make during renovations. We also dive into leadership, hiring, handling difficult clients, balancing business ownership with public service and family life, and what finally gave him the confidence to leave the security of his government career. Enjoy!Book an estimate with Toro Construction: https://www.toroconstruction.com/Download the FREE cash based practice checklist: https://tinyurl.com/5xxtd2xpYou can follow us on Instagram @businessmusclepodcast, @elisecaira and @dr.ariel.dpt. Get your FREE Business Starter Checklist: https://www.businessmusclepodcast.com/freechecklistFIXXED: https://www.fixxedstudios.com/Sweat Fixx: https://www.sweatfixx.com/

What does it really take to build lasting success?In this episode of The ME Show, I sit down with Mike Maser, ACN Senior Vice President, entrepreneur, and internationally recognized business leader, for an in-depth conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, personal development, resilience, and building a business that creates long-term impact.We go beyond business strategies and discuss the mindset behind sustained success, overcoming adversity, developing leaders, creating leverage, and how technology—including artificial intelligence—is changing the future of entrepreneurship.Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, professional, student, or simply looking to grow personally and financially, this conversation is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately.✅ Mike Maser's entrepreneurial journey✅ Leadership principles that build winning teams✅ The habits of highly successful entrepreneurs✅ Overcoming setbacks and staying motivated✅ AI and the future of business✅ How to think like a long-term leader✅ Lessons anyone can apply to their career and lifeMike Maser and I are just getting started.We're launching an exclusive series of FREE live virtual events where we'll dive even deeper into entrepreneurship, leadership, AI, business growth, financial education, and personal development.Comment "EVENT" below, and we'll send you the details along with your free invitation to the upcoming live sessions.

Wiedererkennung schaffen Shownotes Wie kannst Du Wiedererkennung schaffen, damit Menschen Dich nicht nur kurz wahrnehmen, sondern sich später auch wirklich an Dich erinnern? Genau darum geht es in Episode 957 von TomsTalkTime. Viele Unternehmer, Selbstständige und Experten veröffentlichen regelmäßig gute Inhalte. Sie teilen Wissen, geben hilfreiche Tipps und investieren viel Zeit in ihre Sichtbarkeit. Trotzdem bleibt bei ihrer Zielgruppe oft wenig hängen. Das Problem ist meistens nicht fehlende Kompetenz. Häufig fehlt eine klare Linie, die sich durch alle Inhalte zieht. Wer heute über Marketing spricht, morgen über Motivation und nächste Woche über Führung, kann zwar vielseitig wirken. Für die Zielgruppe bleibt aber unklar, wofür diese Person eigentlich steht. Wenn Du Wiedererkennung schaffen möchtest, brauchst Du deshalb nicht jeden Tag eine neue Botschaft. Du brauchst eine klare Botschaft, die Du regelmäßig aus unterschiedlichen Perspektiven vermittelst. Zusammenfassung und Stichpunkte In dieser Episode erfährst Du, warum Wiederholung, Klarheit und Beständigkeit entscheidend sind, wenn Du mit Deinem Namen für ein bestimmtes Thema stehen möchtest. Wiederholung schafft Vertrauen: Die meisten Menschen sehen nur einen kleinen Teil Deiner Inhalte. Deshalb musst Du wichtige Aussagen häufiger kommunizieren, bevor sie wirklich im Gedächtnis bleiben. Klarheit macht Dich erinnerbar: Menschen merken sich keine komplizierten Leistungslisten. Sie merken sich einfache Verbindungen zwischen einer Person und einem klaren Thema. Zu viele Themen schwächen Deine Marke: Unterschiedliche Inhalte sind kein Problem, solange sie auf dieselbe Kernbotschaft einzahlen und ein klarer roter Faden erkennbar bleibt. Wiederholen bedeutet nicht kopieren: Du kannst dieselbe Botschaft mit neuen Geschichten, Beispielen, Erfahrungen und Blickwinkeln immer wieder interessant erzählen. Sprachliche und visuelle Muster helfen: Wiederkehrende Formulierungen, Farben, Begriffe und Formate sorgen dafür, dass Deine Inhalte schneller erkannt werden. Eine Kernbotschaft bleibt im Kopf: Dein Markt sollte in einem einfachen Satz erklären können, wofür Du stehst und bei welchem Problem man an Dich denken sollte. Vielleicht hast Du bisher vermieden, Deine wichtigsten Aussagen zu wiederholen, weil Du Deine Zielgruppe nicht langweilen möchtest. Doch genau hier liegt oft ein Denkfehler. Für Dich ist Deine Botschaft jeden Tag präsent. Deine Zielgruppe begegnet ihr dagegen vielleicht nur gelegentlich. Was sich für Dich wie eine Wiederholung anfühlt, ist für andere möglicherweise der erste oder zweite Kontakt mit diesem Gedanken. Wenn Du Wiedererkennung schaffen willst, solltest Du deshalb nicht ständig nach völlig neuen Themen suchen. Entscheidend ist, dass Du Deine zentrale Botschaft konsequent sichtbar machst und sie immer wieder mit konkreten Beispielen verbindest. Du musst dabei nicht lauter werden und Dich auch nicht künstlich inszenieren. Du darfst ruhig, klar und verlässlich auftreten. Genau dadurch entsteht das Vertrauen, das langfristig aus einem unbekannten Experten eine bekannte und erinnerbare Marke macht. Diese Episode zeigt Dir, wie Du Wiedererkennung schaffen kannst, ohne Deine Persönlichkeit zu verändern. Du brauchst keine tägliche Selbstdarstellung. Du brauchst eine verständliche Botschaft, eine erkennbare Haltung und die Geduld, beides konsequent zu wiederholen. Shownotes und Episodendetails Viele Unternehmer, Selbstständige und Experten investieren viel Zeit in ihre Sichtbarkeit. Sie veröffentlichen Beiträge, nehmen Videos auf, schreiben Newsletter oder starten einen Podcast. Trotzdem entsteht häufig das Gefühl, dass die eigene Botschaft kaum hängen bleibt. Vielleicht kennst Du das auch: Du lieferst wertvolle Inhalte, aber Deine Zielgruppe verbindet Deinen Namen noch nicht klar mit einem bestimmten Thema. Andere Experten werden schneller empfohlen, obwohl sie fachlich nicht unbedingt besser sind. Der Grund liegt häufig nicht in der Qualität Deiner Arbeit. Es fehlt an einer klaren Linie, an regelmäßiger Wiederholung und an einer Botschaft, die Menschen leicht verstehen und weitererzählen können. Wenn Du Wiedererkennung schaffen möchtest, musst Du deshalb nicht ständig etwas völlig Neues erfinden. Viel wichtiger ist, dass Du Deine wichtigsten Gedanken konsequent und aus unterschiedlichen Perspektiven kommunizierst. Warum Wiederholung Vertrauen erzeugt Viele Unternehmer glauben, sie würden ihre Zielgruppe langweilen, wenn sie ein Thema mehrfach ansprechen. Dabei vergessen sie, dass die meisten Menschen nur einen kleinen Teil ihrer Inhalte sehen oder hören. Was sich für Dich bereits wie die zehnte Wiederholung anfühlt, ist für einen potenziellen Kunden vielleicht der erste bewusste Kontakt mit Deiner Botschaft. Menschen brauchen mehrere Berührungspunkte, bevor sie Deinen Namen mit einem Thema verbinden. Wenn Du Wiedererkennung schaffen willst, darfst Du Deine Kernaussage deshalb regelmäßig wiederholen. Das bedeutet natürlich nicht, dass Du immer denselben Beitrag veröffentlichen solltest. Du kannst neue Beispiele nutzen, persönliche Erfahrungen einbauen, Kundenfragen beantworten oder einen bekannten Gedanken aus einem anderen Blickwinkel betrachten. Die Form verändert sich. Die zentrale Botschaft bleibt bestehen. Klarheit macht Deine Expertenmarke erinnerbar Woran sollen Menschen denken, wenn sie Deinen Namen hören? Wenn Du diese Frage nicht klar beantworten kannst, wird es auch Deiner Zielgruppe schwerfallen. Viele Experten sprechen über zahlreiche Themen, weil sie ihre gesamte Erfahrung zeigen möchten. Dadurch wirkt die Kommunikation jedoch schnell unübersichtlich. Menschen merken sich keine langen Listen mit Leistungen. Sie merken sich einfache Verbindungen. Vielleicht bist Du der Experte für Podcasting mit KI. Vielleicht hilfst Du Unternehmern dabei, ihre Positionierung zu schärfen. Oder Du zeigst Selbstständigen, wie sie systematisch Kunden gewinnen. Natürlich kannst Du deutlich mehr als diese eine Sache. Für eine starke Expertenmarke braucht Dein Markt aber zunächst eine verständliche Schublade. Genau diese Klarheit hilft Dir dabei, Wiedererkennung zu schaffen. Ein roter Faden statt ständiger Themenwechsel Unterschiedliche Themen sind grundsätzlich kein Problem. Entscheidend ist, ob Deine Zielgruppe die Verbindung zwischen diesen Themen erkennt. Wenn Du an einem Tag über Marketing, am nächsten Tag über Motivation und anschließend über Führung sprichst, kann jeder einzelne Inhalt hilfreich sein. Ohne einen gemeinsamen roten Faden entsteht jedoch keine klare Wahrnehmung. Frage Dich deshalb bei jedem Inhalt: Zahlt dieses Thema auf meine Kernbotschaft ein? Wenn Deine Expertenmarke beispielsweise für bessere Sichtbarkeit steht, können Positionierung, Content, Podcasting und künstliche Intelligenz sehr gut zusammenpassen. Die Verbindung muss für Deine Zielgruppe nur verständlich bleiben. Wenn Du Wiedererkennung schaffen möchtest, brauchst Du also keine thematische Langeweile. Du brauchst eine erkennbare Richtung. So wiederholst Du Dich, ohne langweilig zu werden Eine starke Kernbotschaft lässt sich auf viele unterschiedliche Arten erzählen. Du kannst eine persönliche Geschichte verwenden, einen typischen Fehler erklären, eine Kundenfrage beantworten oder eine konkrete Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitung erstellen. Du kannst darüber sprechen, warum Deine Methode funktioniert und welche Erfahrungen Dich zu Deiner Haltung geführt haben. Auf diese Weise bleibt Dein Content abwechslungsreich, obwohl die grundlegende Botschaft gleich bleibt. Das heißt, Du wiederholst nicht einfach dieselben Wörter. Du wiederholst Deine Überzeugung. Genau diese konsequente Haltung sorgt dafür, dass Menschen Vertrauen entwickeln und Dich langfristig mit Deinem Thema verbinden. Sprachliche und visuelle Muster gezielt einsetzen Auch wiederkehrende Formulierungen, Farben, Bilder und Formate helfen dabei, Wiedererkennung zu schaffen. Ein typischer Einstieg, ein fester Abschlusssatz oder ein bestimmter Aufbau kann zu einem wichtigen Bestandteil Deiner Marke werden. Bei TomsTalkTime gehört beispielsweise der Satz „Wer will, findet Wege. Wer nicht will, findet Gründe" fest zur Verabschiedung. Solche Elemente wirken oft klein. Durch ihre regelmäßige Verwendung werden sie jedoch vertraut und bleiben im Gedächtnis. Du brauchst dafür kein kompliziertes Branding-Konzept. Einige wenige Merkmale, die konsequent verwendet werden, können bereits einen großen Unterschied machen. Definiere Deine eine Kernbotschaft Was sollen andere Menschen über Dich sagen, wenn Du nicht im Raum bist? Vervollständige dazu den folgenden Satz: „Wenn jemand Hilfe bei … braucht, soll er an mich denken." Deine Antwort sollte kurz, verständlich und konkret sein. Nutze diese Kernaussage anschließend auf Deiner Website, in sozialen Netzwerken, in Gesprächen und in Deinem Podcast. Du musst nicht lauter werden als Deine Wettbewerber. Du musst auch nicht jeden Tag ein neues Thema erfinden. Wenn Du Wiedererkennung schaffen willst, brauchst Du vor allem Klarheit, Beständigkeit und die Geduld, Deine Botschaft oft genug sichtbar zu machen. Weitere Episoden und die Möglichkeit, Tom eine persönliche Sprachnachricht zu schicken, findest Du unter https://tomstalktime.com/. Klicke dort am Bildschirmrand einfach auf „Frag Tom". Mehr über die wichtigsten persönlichen Eigenschaften erfolgreicher Multi-Millionäre erfährst Du unter https://tomstalktime.com/eigenschaften. Und denk immer daran: Wer will, findet Wege. Wer nicht will, findet Gründe. Tschüss, mach's gut. Dein Tom.             Hol Dir jetzt Dein Hörbuch "Selfmade Millionäre packen aus" und klicke auf das Bild!                 Buchempfehlung bei Amazon: Denken Sie wie Ihre Kunden   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Mehr Freiheit, mehr Geld und mehr Spaß mit DEINEM eigenen Podcast. Erfahre jetzt, warum es auch für Dich Sinn macht, Deinen eigenen Podcast zu starten. Jetzt hier zum kostenlosen Podcast-Workshop anmelden: https://Podcastkurs.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   So fing alles an. Hier geht´s zur allerersten Episode von TomsTalkTime.com – DER Erfolgspodcast. Und ja, der Qualitätsunterschied sollte zu hören sein. Aber hey, das war 2012…

The biggest brand campaigns of 2026 share a handful of strategies, and none of them require a seven-figure marketing budget to pull off. Marketing Dive rounded up the year's standout campaigns, and these weren't chosen on vibes. Every one had results the companies reported publicly. Aerie, Coach, Expedia, Burger King, and Dove ran them with massive teams and millions of customers behind them. The strategies underneath are ones a small eCommerce brand can run with a product, an email list, and customers who already talk to you. Inside, the six moves driving those campaigns, how to translate each one to your size and your resources, and the one most brands hesitate to try even though it builds customer trust faster than anything else on the list. In this episode: Why leading with your values works for some brands and quietly costs others customers The move Coach made before launching their campaign that most brands skip entirely What to give creators if you want the content to actually perform The response to customer complaints that makes people more likely to buy from you Why the reviews you're tempted to hide might be doing the most selling The reason your best message probably doesn't need replacing   _______ Links Mentioned Full Show Notes https://ecommercebadassery.com/387   The Lounge Membership https://ecommercebadassery.com/membership   _______ Learn With Me Work with Me 1:1 https://ecommercebadassery.com/ecommerce-help/ https://ecommercebadassery.com/email-marketing/   Courses & Membership https://ecommercebadassery.com/membership https://ecommercebadassery.com/programs   _______   Let's Connect Website: http://ecommercebadassery.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/ecommercebadassery Membership: http://ecommercebadassery.com/membership   _______   Rate, Review, & Subscribe Like what you heard? I'd be forever grateful if you'd rate, review and subscribe to the show! Not only does it help your fellow eCommerce entrepreneurs find the eCommerce Badassery podcast; but it's also valuable feedback for me to continue bringing you the content you want to hear.    Review Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ecommerce-badassery/id1507457683  

Matthew Jones lost everything.His business was gone. His family had fallen apart. Alcohol had taken control, and he found himself rebuilding his life from scratch.Today, Bread Ahead is one of the world's most celebrated bakeries, with locations across the globe, thousands of students through its bakery school, and queues stretching around Borough Market.In this episode of Hungry, Dan Pope sits down with Matthew to unpack the journey from addiction and rock bottom to building an international bakery brand. They talk about recovery, risk, leadership, obsession, opening in New York, scaling without losing quality, and why success is never as simple as it looks from the outside.This is a conversation about second chances, resilience, and what it really takes to build something extraordinary.Ayra is your external front of house. An artificially intelligent communications manager that lives on your website and across your social channels, chatting and responding to customers 24/7 with warmth and personality.She's trained on your business and built to act. Taking the reservation, holding the card, sending the reminder, recovering the lost booking. Instantly and autonomously.click the link to learn more.

In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast host Troy Trewin interviews Cheryl Contee, founder of BrightWorks AI, shares how she built a purpose-driven SaaS company serving nonprofits, scaled it to a 12-person team with multi-million-dollar revenue, and achieved a historic exit as the first Black female founder to sell a tech startup to a Nasdaq-listed company. Cheryl discusses the realities of fundraising, hiring, leadership, and planning for a successful exit while emphasizing the power of relationships and reputation. She also explains why she is now helping nonprofits adopt AI ethically through her latest venture. This conversation is packed with practical lessons on resilience, innovation, and building a business that creates lasting impact. Also check Cheryl Contee's book, AI for Nonprofits: Putting Artificial Intelligence to Work for Your Cause, and her appearance on the Built to Sell Radio podcast, where she shares how she built and successfully sold Attentive.ly, an AI-powered social listening platform acquired by Blackbaud. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions:  What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Cheryl Contee shares that the hardest part of growing a small business is having the confidence to believe in yourself, especially when no one else believes in your vision. Cheryl Contee shares that entrepreneurs must be willing to put in 110% effort and embrace hard work every day. Cheryl Contee shares that self-belief is what keeps founders moving forward through uncertainty and setbacks. Cheryl Contee shares that lasting success comes from combining confidence with consistent dedication and perseverance. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Cheryl Contee shares that her favorite business book is Who Moved My Cheese? because its lessons about adapting to change are even more relevant in today's fast-changing business world. Cheryl Contee shares that entrepreneurs must be willing to follow new opportunities instead of clinging to old ways of working. Cheryl Contee shares that embracing change with the right mindset helps business owners stay resilient and competitive. Cheryl Contee shares that continuous adaptation is essential for long-term business success. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Cheryl Contee shares that she highly recommends Apple News+ for access to trusted publications like The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The Atlantic, and The Guardian, offering broad and in-depth business insights. Cheryl Contee shares that YouTube has also become one of her favorite learning platforms, especially for independent experts and international news sources. Cheryl Contee shares that exploring multiple perspectives helps business owners make better-informed decisions. Cheryl Contee shares that continuous learning from diverse, credible sources is essential for staying ahead in a rapidly changing world. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Cheryl Contee shares that one of the best tools for growing a small business is a well-crafted pitch deck rather than a lengthy business plan. Cheryl Contee shares that a 10–15 slide pitch deck helps entrepreneurs clearly define their market, customers, competitors, business model, and growth strategy. Cheryl Contee shares that answering these core questions creates clarity and prepares business owners for investors, partners, and opportunities. Cheryl Contee shares that a strong pitch deck is a practical resource for building and scaling a successful business. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Cheryl Contee shares that if she could go back to day one, she would remind herself, "You've got this," and trust her ability to succeed. Cheryl Contee shares that embracing what makes you different allows you to see opportunities others may overlook. Cheryl Contee shares that being authentic and courageous opens the door to creating things that have never been done before. Cheryl Contee shares that believing in yourself from the very beginning is one of the greatest advantages an entrepreneur can have.  Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: It's okay to be different because different people see opportunities others miss - Cheryl Contee Your reputation is the most powerful marketing tool your business will ever have - Cheryl Contee Plan your exit from day one because successful businesses are built with the end in mind - Cheryl Contee    

What does it take to manage a multi-million dollar portfolio once you've stopped adding to it? In this episode of Money Matters, Scott and Pat dive into the complexities of high-net-worth retirement, focusing on the critical shift from "saving" to "strategic spending." Through real-world case studies, they explore why "tax location" is often more important than "tax allocation," particularly when it comes to bonds and individual stocks. They also tackle the psychological side of wealth—learning how to upgrade your standard of living and find joy in charitable giving through "warm hand" estate planning. In this episode, they discuss: -Markets & AI: The impact of economic warfare and whether AI productivity gains are sustainable. -Prediction Markets: Why you should be wary of platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi. -Portfolio Cleanup: Why "over-diversifying" into 30+ funds can be a retirement trap. -Strategic Giving: Using the "warm hand" approach to fund legacies and charitable causes today. -Roth Conversions: Navigating tax efficiency for portfolios in the $2M–$10M+ range. Featured Case Study: A deep dive into bond location and estate planning for a multi-million dollar estate. Join Money Matters:  Get your most pressing financial questions answered by Allworth's co-founders Scott Hanson and Pat McClain. Call 833-99-WORTH. Or ask a question by clicking here.  You can also be on the air by emailing Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com. Download and rate our podcast here.

hat does it really take to build a business that goes viral—and lasts? This week on Dreams In Drive, Rana Campbell sits down with Brandon Castaneda, Founder and CEO of EZ Bombs, to share the story behind one of the fastest-growing food brands in America. From hand-rolling products in his mom's kitchen to becoming one of TikTok Shop's top food brands and expanding into Walmart stores nationwide, Brandon shares the lessons behind the headlines. Together, they discuss innovation, persistence, navigating explosive growth, learning from failure, and why solving a real problem is the key to building a lasting business. If you've ever wondered whether your setbacks are actually preparing you for your breakthrough, this conversation is for you. In this episode you'll learn: • How EZ Bombs was born from a family recipe • The power of borrowing ideas from different industries • What it takes to scale after going viral • Why previous failures prepared Brandon for success • How to know when to pivot—and when to persevere

Autorität aufbauen Shownotes Wie kannst Du Autorität aufbauen, ohne laut, künstlich oder aufdringlich zu wirken? Genau darum geht es in Episode 956 von TomsTalkTime. Viele Unternehmer, Selbstständige und Coaches kennen das Gefühl: Sie verfügen über Erfahrung, liefern gute Arbeit und wissen genau, wovon sie sprechen. Trotzdem bekommen andere Menschen mehr Aufmerksamkeit. Das kann frustrierend sein. Besonders dann, wenn lautere Wettbewerber sichtbarer sind, obwohl ihre fachliche Kompetenz nicht unbedingt größer ist. Schnell entsteht die Frage, ob man selbst aggressiver auftreten, mehr versprechen oder sich stärker in Szene setzen müsste. Die klare Antwort lautet: Nein. Du kannst Autorität aufbauen, ohne Dich zu verbiegen. Entscheidend ist nicht, wie laut Du bist, sondern wie klar, hilfreich und verlässlich Du kommunizierst. Zusammenfassung und Stichpunkte In dieser Episode erfährst Du, warum Kompetenz allein nicht ausreicht. Dein Markt muss Deine Erfahrung auch erkennen und einordnen können. Das bedeutet nicht, dass Du Dich selbst ständig als Experten bezeichnen solltest. Viel stärker wirken konkrete Beispiele, klare Einschätzungen und nachvollziehbare Empfehlungen. Klarheit wirkt stärker als Lautstärke: Menschen vertrauen nicht automatisch demjenigen, der am meisten redet. Sie vertrauen der Person, die Zusammenhänge verständlich erklärt und Orientierung gibt. Eine klare Position schafft Vertrauen: Wenn niemand genau weiß, wofür Du stehst, bleibst Du austauschbar. Eine erkennbare Haltung sorgt dafür, dass Menschen Dich einordnen und weiterempfehlen können. Erfahrung statt Eigenlob: Du kannst Deine Expertise sichtbar machen, indem Du von echten Situationen, Ergebnissen und Fehlern berichtest. So kannst Du Autorität aufbauen, ohne anzugeben. Du musst nicht jedem gefallen: Eine klare Meinung wird nicht von allen geteilt. Das ist völlig normal. Autorität entsteht nicht durch allgemeine Zustimmung, sondern durch nachvollziehbare Überzeugungen. Beständigkeit schlägt Lautstärke: Lautere Wettbewerber können kurzfristig mehr Aufmerksamkeit bekommen. Wer jedoch regelmäßig hilfreiche Inhalte veröffentlicht, baut langfristig Vertrauen auf. Eine Kernaussage bleibt im Gedächtnis: Definiere ein Thema, mit dem Dein Name verbunden werden soll. Wiederhole diese Botschaft konsequent auf Deiner Website, in sozialen Medien, in Gesprächen und in Deinem Podcast. Wenn Du Autorität aufbauen möchtest, brauchst Du deshalb keine künstliche Inszenierung. Du brauchst Klarheit, eine erkennbare Haltung und die Bereitschaft, Deine Botschaft regelmäßig zu zeigen. Vielleicht hast Du bisher geglaubt, dass Deine gute Arbeit irgendwann automatisch für sich sprechen wird. Aber Menschen können nur das wahrnehmen, was Du sichtbar machst. Das heißt, Deine Zurückhaltung ist nicht grundsätzlich das Problem. Problematisch wird sie erst dann, wenn Deine Zielgruppe nicht versteht, welchen Wert Du liefern kannst. Diese Episode hilft Dir dabei, einen Weg zu finden, der zu Deiner Persönlichkeit passt. Du musst nicht lauter werden als andere. Du darfst ruhiger, klarer und konsequenter kommunizieren. Genau so kannst Du Autorität aufbauen und endlich als die starke Stimme wahrgenommen werden, die Du fachlich längst bist.   Shownotes und Episodendetails Viele fachlich starke Unternehmer und Experten werden unterschätzt. Nicht weil ihnen Wissen oder Erfahrung fehlen, sondern weil ihre Kompetenz nach außen nicht klar genug sichtbar wird. Vielleicht kennst Du diese Situation. Du siehst Menschen in Deinem Markt, die häufiger posten, größere Versprechen machen und deutlich selbstbewusster auftreten. Gleichzeitig weißt Du, dass Deine eigene Arbeit mindestens genauso wertvoll ist. Dann entsteht schnell ein innerer Konflikt: Du möchtest Autorität aufbauen und ernst genommen werden, aber Du willst nicht zum Selbstdarsteller werden. Genau an diesem Punkt setzt diese Episode an. Autorität beginnt mit einer klaren Aussage Menschen brauchen Orientierung. Sie möchten verstehen, welches Problem Du löst, welchen Weg Du empfiehlst und warum Deine Einschätzung vertrauenswürdig ist. Wenn Du jede Aussage sofort abschwächst, wirkst Du möglicherweise unsicher, obwohl Du fachlich genau weißt, was Du tust. Natürlich musst Du nicht so tun, als hättest Du auf jede Frage eine perfekte Antwort. Du darfst aber klar sagen, was Du beobachtest und welche Handlung Du daraus ableitest. So kannst Du Autorität aufbauen, ohne dominant oder künstlich aufzutreten. Deine Position macht Dich unterscheidbar Viele Selbstständige möchten niemanden ausschließen. Deshalb formulieren sie ihre Botschaft möglichst breit. Das Ergebnis ist häufig eine Kommunikation, die zwar niemanden stört, aber auch kaum jemanden berührt. Eine klare Position bedeutet nicht, dass Du provozieren musst. Sie bedeutet, dass Menschen erkennen können, wofür Du stehst. Welche Methoden empfiehlst Du? Welche Fehler beobachtest Du immer wieder? Welche Überzeugung prägt Deine Arbeit? Wenn Du diese Fragen beantwortest, kannst Du Autorität aufbauen und gleichzeitig authentisch bleiben. Zeige, statt Dich selbst zu bewerten Du musst nicht behaupten, dass Du der beste Experte bist. Erzähle lieber, welches Problem ein Kunde hatte, welche Entscheidung getroffen wurde und welches Ergebnis daraus entstanden ist. Auch Fehler und schwierige Erfahrungen sind wertvoll. Sie zeigen, dass Du nicht nur theoretisches Wissen wiedergibst, sondern echte Situationen erlebt und daraus gelernt hast. Konkrete Geschichten wirken glaubwürdiger als große Behauptungen. Warum Wiederholung so wichtig ist Viele Unternehmer vermeiden Wiederholungen, weil sie glauben, ihre Zielgruppe kenne die Botschaft bereits. In Wahrheit sehen die meisten Menschen nur einen Bruchteil Deiner Inhalte. Wenn Du Autorität aufbauen möchtest, musst Du deshalb nicht jeden Tag eine völlig neue Idee erfinden. Du solltest Deine wichtigste Botschaft immer wieder aus verschiedenen Blickwinkeln erklären. Genau dadurch entstehen Wiedererkennung und Vertrauen. Dein konkreter nächster Schritt Vervollständige diesen Satz: „Menschen kommen zu mir, wenn sie Hilfe bei … brauchen." Wähle zunächst ein klares Thema. Nutze diese Kernaussage auf Deiner Website, in Social Media, in Gesprächen, in Präsentationen und in Deinem Podcast. Bleib dabei ruhig und konsequent. Du musst Dich nicht verbiegen. Du musst nicht der Lauteste sein. Aber Du solltest Deinem Markt regelmäßig zeigen, welche Erfahrung Du hast und welche Orientierung Du geben kannst. So kannst Du Schritt für Schritt Autorität aufbauen, Vertrauen gewinnen und endlich ernst genommen werden. Mehr Informationen, weitere Episoden und die Möglichkeit, Tom eine Sprachnachricht zu senden, findest Du unter https://tomstalktime.com/. Klicke dort am Bildschirmrand auf „Frag Tom". Das Hörbuch über die wichtigsten persönlichen Eigenschaften von Multi-Millionären findest Du unter https://tomstalktime.com/eigenschaften. Und denk immer daran: Wer will, findet Wege. Wer nicht will, findet Gründe. Tschüss, mach's gut. Dein Tom.             Hol Dir jetzt Dein Hörbuch "Selfmade Millionäre packen aus" und klicke auf das Bild!                 Buchempfehlung bei Amazon: Denken Sie wie Ihre Kunden   +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Mehr Freiheit, mehr Geld und mehr Spaß mit DEINEM eigenen Podcast. Erfahre jetzt, warum es auch für Dich Sinn macht, Deinen eigenen Podcast zu starten. Jetzt hier zum kostenlosen Podcast-Workshop anmelden: https://Podcastkurs.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++   So fing alles an. Hier geht´s zur allerersten Episode von TomsTalkTime.com – DER Erfolgspodcast. Und ja, der Qualitätsunterschied sollte zu hören sein. Aber hey, das war 2012…

Helen Lo is the founder of Lo & Sons, the cult-favorite travel bag brand that basically invented the stylish carry-on for working women.Helen started the company at 65 years old, after she had already retired. She was born into a privileged family in China that lost it all when her father died. She grew up in poverty, went to boarding school at seven, and promised herself she would never be poor again. She earned a PhD while raising babies, spent decades moving city to city for her husband's career, reinventing herself every single time. And when she finally said "I'm done," she couldn't find a travel bag that actually worked for women. So she recruited her two sons and flew to a factory in China with zero fashion or manufacturing experience. Nine prototypes later, she had the bag that built the business. Today, Lo & Sons is in its sixteenth year, still family run, built without a dollar of outside funding.In this episode, Helen breaks down exactly how she went from idea to real business, how she validated the concept before spending a dime, how one phone call to a friend of a friend unlocked their first factory, and how they caught the early Facebook wave and one blog feature that changed the trajectory of the brand. She also gets really honest about what it costs to build a business with your own children, why she stepped down as CEO of her own company, the trade show flop that taught them everything, and the mistakes that slowed them down, like hiring too fast and pivoting too slow. Helen is proof that you don't need investors, industry experience, or perfect timing, just a real problem, the willingness to learn, and the courage to start. If you've been telling yourself it's too late or that this chapter of your life is already written, this is the conversation you need to hear.In this episode, we'll talk to Helen about:* Why getting out of your comfort zone starts with an inner calling. [02:37]* Growing up in poverty after losing everything and developing determination. [04:56]* Generosity as her guiding principles in life and business. [05:55]* Why an abundance mindset creates unexpected opportunities. [07:59]* Putting her career on hold while supporting her husband's path and raising a family. [09:21]* The biggest career lesson she learned from earning a PhD. [10:41]* How a frustrating travel problem inspired the idea for a better bag. [12:41]* How a lifelong curiosity fueled her entrepreneurial mindset. [17:48]* Validating the business idea by talking to the right target customer. [20:01]* Building the company alongside her sons and defining their roles. [21:00]* Finding the first factory and learning product development from scratch. [24:48]* The design feedback that transformed the original bag into the OG. [26:37]* Refining every detail through customer feedback and multiple prototypes. [30:37]* Why trade shows failed and social media became the brand's breakthrough. [33:04]* How partnering with the right influencer became a major turning point for the brand. [34:45]* Navigating today's changing marketing landscape. [37:06]* The challenges of building a business alongside family. [39:27]* Why stepping down as CEO was the right decision. [41:30]* Why pivoting quickly and hiring intentionally are essential for long-term growth. [44:37]* Why she wanted to be a mom again instead of her sons' boss. [46:15]* Why persistence matters, but knowing when to pivot matters more. [48:43]This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Website: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Helen:* Website: https://www.loandsons.com/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loandsons/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saharalotti/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover how Keith transitioned from growing up in the trades to building multiple successful HVAC companies, leveraging no-nonsense branding, exceptional customer service, and strategic growth tactics.  This episode highlights the importance of professionalism, strategic growth, and a relentless work ethic in building a thriving HVAC business. Whether you're just starting or scaling your existing company, Keith's insights provide a blueprint for long-term success.   In this episode: Keith shares his story from childhood in trades to founding several multi-million dollar companies The importance of professional branding with simple, clean messaging Winning with exceptional customer experience and quality Practical tips on scaling quickly in the HVAC and home services industry The role of daily routines, discipline, and mindset in sustained success Insights into working with private equity and preparing for exit   Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction and episode overview  00:30 - Keith's background in HVAC and trades  01:43 - The impact of early trade experience  02:06 - Growing up around the trades; family business influence  03:07 - Industry insights on AI and the future of trades  04:20 - Keith's first side job: ripping out ductwork at age 12  05:08 - Lessons from early hands-on experience  06:17 - Transition from employee to business owner at age 27  07:11 - Building the initial company and scaling rapidly  08:00 - Challenges of licensing and startup costs  09:01 - Strategies for handling large projects and building customer trust  10:13 - Sales and service approach in home HVAC  11:08 - Importance of service quality and referrals  12:45 - Managing helpers and pricing strategies  13:46 - Handling big projects and change orders  14:38 - Transition from sales to ownership and scaling  16:25 - Building a team and family involvement  17:15 - Creating a branded, referral-driven business  18:06 - Handling large, luxury homes and new construction projects  19:13 - Preparing for licensing delays and managing cash flow  21:07 - Transitioning ownership and sale to private equity  22:57 - Industry valuation insights amidst private equity activity  24:02 - Keith's approach to coaching and consulting  25:23 - Building passive income through business support  26:07 - Successful turnaround stories and exit strategies  27:15 - Building a local premium service brand  28:06 - Bid strategies for large custom homes  29:02 - Building reputation and premium service standards  30:14 - Avoiding change order nightmares  31:18 - Diversifying revenue streams: residential and commercial  32:27 - Pricing premium and maintaining high standards  33:41 - Handling problematic installations and warranty issues  34:40 - The importance of branding and reputation management  36:20 - Private equity and valuation trends in HVAC  37:18 - Keys to rapid scaling: discipline and leadership  38:50 - The role of experience and trade knowledge in leadership  41:58 - Family involvement and passing business to the next generation  44:10 - The power of continuous learning and self-development  45:45 - How to leverage social media and branding affordably  48:01 - Creative marketing tactics like branded coloring books  50:33 - Connection and social media handles  51:37 - Keith's daily routines for success  52:13 - The importance of early mornings and mental reset  54:30 - Balancing work, family, and health  55:03 - Final thoughts on building a successful, professional HVAC business   Resources & Links: HVAC God Instagram Home Guardian Software & Hardware Keith Flores LinkedIn Benches and Bleachers Podcast on YouTube Connect with Keith: Instagram LinkedIn

The AI Recruiting Summit 2026 is happening now through July 20th, and registration is free for every live session. Recruiting engineers, operators, and recruiters actually running AI on their desks are showing what is working behind the scenes. Do not miss it. Register here: https://ai-recruiting-summit-2026.heysummit.com/ This episode is brought to you by Atlas. The resume never tells the full story, and most of what candidates share ends up buried in notes and forgotten. Atlas is the AI first recruitment platform built to eliminate admin. It captures every conversation automatically, and with MagicSearch you can ask things like who mentioned they are open to relocating and pull the answer from your entire database instantly. Atlas customers have reported over 40% EBITDA growth and over 80% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform. Unlock your exclusive listener offer here: https://recruitwithatlas.com/ Holly Dary spent nearly 20 years becoming everything she set out to be at a large global staffing firm. She oversaw eight markets, built teams that produced, and made very good money. Then she hit her 20 year mark and a question she could not shake. Keep doing the same thing on repeat until retirement, or bet on herself and build something of her own. She chose the second act. At the end of 2019 she launched Tarbos Talent in Austin, put all of her chips in the middle of the table as the sole provider for her family, and started making placements right away. Then, three months in, COVID shut everything down. Every job order died. Offers were rescinded. For a brand new firm with a database built from nothing, it should have been the end. Instead she doubled down. While competitors furloughed and let go of long time producers, Holly hired the best of them. She built her tech stack and her database through the quiet months, got her team back in the office the moment Texas allowed it, and came out of the shutdown twice as strong. From zero she has built a team of 26 across two offices in Austin and Houston, in a business where most firms take 12 to 18 months just to turn a profit. Tarbos was profitable inside of two. None of that is the most remarkable thing she has survived. Fifteen years ago, when her daughter had just turned one, Holly was diagnosed with AML leukemia and told to get to the hospital within 30 minutes. She was not scared. She was furious that anything might take her from her kids, and she carried the same positive mindset that runs her business straight through treatment. Her oncologist later told her that her attitude was half the reason she made it. In this conversation Holly breaks down how she builds firms that win. Why the human touch is what separates an elite recruiter from a replaceable one. Why she recruits like a sniper instead of blasting 500 people at once. Why speed and sitting shoulder to shoulder with her team is a real advantage in a remote world. And why, after 26 years, doing the reps is still the whole game. If there is a quiet voice in the back of your head telling you it is time for your own second act, this is the episode. Connect with Holly Dary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-dary-aba2952/ Listen to the full episode:

The right partnerships won't make or break your studio—but they can become revenue sources you never imagined, from free team perks to five- and six-figure deals. Most owners underestimate just how broad "partnership" really is, and how much money is sitting on the table. Lisé Kuecker and Alina Cooper break down how to build boutique fitness partnerships that actually pay in Episode 739: Turning Studio Partnerships Into Real Revenue. Start small and local: coffee shops, salons and restaurants make low-cost, high-return referral partners when you're early Get the timing right: you need steady memberships, solid SOPs and a ready team before partnerships become a distraction instead of a boost Stack the revenue tiers: move from goods-in-kind to big giveaways, affiliate profit-shares, in-house pop-ups and brand collabs Go where the real money is: corporate and real estate partnerships can drive 30% of revenue—or capital contributions in the hundreds of thousands Protect and nurture the relationship: align on values, track the data, build in exit clauses, and add one partnership at a time Every strong partnership starts with two questions: what do your clients actually need, and what can you genuinely do for the partner in return. Nail that alignment, invest in the relationship, and you build a revenue stream that compounds for years. Episode 739 shows you how. Catch you there. With grit and gratitude, Lisé LINKS: https://studiogrow.co/ https://www.instagram.com/studiogrowco https://www.linkedin.com/company/studio-growco/ https://open.spotify.com/show/04zR1tRiRhQUdIfvLbh60N https://www.youtube.com/@studiogrowco/videos

In today's episode I'm breaking down the exact formula I use to set goals that most people would call crazy, and why that's actually the point. I'm sharing the two things that have to be true at the same time for it to work: you have to believe the goal is possible, but you also have to be completely unattached to whether you actually hit it. I get into how I'm applying this right now to my new company's goal of seven figures in a year, why I don't need the whole plan before I go after something big, and why not hitting a goal is often the biggest gift in disguise. If you've ever had a goal that scared you a little and made everyone around you say "that's crazy," this one's for you.

Are you a senior executive or elite enterprise tech leader counting on corporate salary and fluctuating stock options for your ultimate long-term security?   In this highly authentic and controversial solo episode, host Billy Keels drops an unpopular opinion about the realities of massive corporate workforce reductions at giants like Meta and Oracle. Drawing from 26 years of personal experience in enterprise hardware and software sales leadership, Billy unpacks why every multinational corporation is simply an organism wired to do whatever it takes to preserve its own life—including shedding thousands of jobs when it carries too much weight. Discover the exact 3-step pathway to optionality that allows you to continue excelling as a top performer while systematically building transferable skills, taking control of your time, and engineering predictable income streams that ensure you are completely prepared when your corporate relationship inevitably ends.  

In this episode, Dek Bake shares his journey from NFL athlete to successful real estate investor and CEO. Discover how high-performance discipline, strategic leadership, and innovative technology have driven his company's rapid growth and industry dominance.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode, self-made multi-millionaire, entrepreneur, and business coach Adam Stott sits down to share his remarkable journey from a lost teenager working menial jobs to the founder of an eight-figure education empire. Adam opens up about how discovering sales at age nineteen transformed his confidence and completely changed his life's trajectory. He dives deep into the harsh realities of starting his first business, the lessons learned from overcoming nearly half a million pounds in personal liabilities, and how a clinical approach to social media can unlock rapid business growth You'll Learn Why: Simplicity is the ultimate key to scalability: Discover why the most successful businesses focus on keeping their models simple and their processes highly repeatable. Your mood is often directly linked to your bank account: Learn the psychological toll of tight cash flow in the early stages of business and how to manage the pressure of looking fear in the face. Social media should be viewed as a cold, clinical distribution vehicle: Understand why treating social media as a business tool rather than an ego booster is essential for driving real leads and sales. Changing your momentum is only a few conversations away: Find out why getting into different environments and surrounding yourself with people doing bigger things is the fastest way to turn around a struggling business. Whether you're a founder, CEO, small business owner, entrepreneur, startup leader or executive, these lessons will help you make smarter hiring decisions and build a stronger, more successful business.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

In this episode, real estate investor Malhar Bhagat shares his inspiring journey from financial hardship to building a multi-million dollar, vertically integrated real estate business. Discover how embracing AI, mastering deal-making, and cultivating trust have transformed his approach to real estate investing. In this episode, Malhar shares his insights on real estate investing, leadership evolution, building trust, and strategies for business growth. Discover practical tips on certainty, networking, marketing, and managing a successful real estate business.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

What does it take to leave a successful career, bet on yourself, and build a multi-seven-figure business from scratch? In this inspiring episode of the She Believed She Could™ Podcast, Allison Walsh sits down with Katie Love, Founder and CEO of Love Social Media, to talk about entrepreneurship, personal branding, social media marketing, and creating a business that supports the life you truly want. Before becoming a sought-after social media strategist, Katie was an NBC News reporter covering presidential elections, natural disasters, and major national stories. Despite achieving her lifelong career goal, she realized she was unfulfilled and decided to take a leap of faith into entrepreneurship. What started with zero clients, zero funding, and plenty of uncertainty eventually grew into a multi-seven-figure women-led agency serving hundreds of brands. Katie shares the lessons she learned while building her business during some of life's biggest transitions—including becoming a mother, navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship during the pandemic, and creating a non-traditional family dynamic that allowed her husband to become a stay-at-home dad. Together, Allison and Katie dive into the power of founder-led brands, why authenticity is outperforming polished content, and how business owners can leverage social media to build trust, authority, and meaningful connections with their audience. You'll also learn practical strategies for creating engaging content, improving visibility online, understanding platform selection, increasing engagement, and turning your expertise into business growth. Whether you're building a personal brand, growing a business, or looking for the confidence to take the next step toward your goals, this conversation will leave you inspired to show up, be seen, and believe in what's possible. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Katie Love built a multi-seven-figure agency after leaving her career in broadcast journalism Why founder-led brands are winning and how personal branding drives business growth The social media strategies that turn content into credibility, trust, and revenue How to create authentic content that stands out in a crowded digital landscape Katie's top tips for increasing engagement, visibility, and audience connection The content mistakes most entrepreneurs make—and what to do instead Why saves, shares, and community-building matter more than vanity metrics How to overcome fear, show up confidently online, and become the face of your brand Lessons on scaling a business, leading a team, and creating a life aligned with your values The mindset shifts that helped Katie navigate entrepreneurship, motherhood, and massive growth This episode is sponsored by AdventHealth for Women. Learn more about their Women's Health Navigation Team and how they're making healthcare simpler for women and their families at AdventHealthForWomen.com. Positioned for Partnerships™ Mini Course - Turn your platform into a revenue-generating brand opportunity—without needing a massive following. Learn how to position your brand, create a high-converting media kit, and confidently pitch partnerships so brands instantly understand your value. 

"Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." — Carl JungToday we're sitting down with Rich Christiansen who I've become a great admirer of for his values blueprint, family philosophy, and general approach to building a life and career you love. In our first conversation, Episode 230, Rich introduced the Legado Family Framework—specifically the rites of passage he designed for his children to build resilience, financial independence, and ensure the continued success of his family for generations to come.In today's episode:• How to determine your values—and live by them• Why most people never reach their full potential• What it means to live a life of alignment• How you can be the catalyst for generational wealth and success for your family.Let's WIN THE DAY with Rich Christiansen!_

Justin Goodbread is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, entrepreneur, and business coach who has successfully built and exited seven companies. He is the host of The Deca Millionaire Way podcast and specializes in helping business owners increase company value, prepare for exits, and create lives centered around purpose and freedom. His experience spans consulting, insurance, financial services, business valuation, and marketing, giving him a unique perspective on what makes businesses scalable and attractive to buyers.   Here's some of the topics we covered:   From Lawn Mowing at 15 to Multiple Business Exits The Hard Lessons of Lawsuits, Failure, and Losing Friends Why Most Business Owners Are Trapped by Their Own Companies The 5-Step Deca Millionaire Framework for Scaling and Exiting Building a Business That Runs Without You Faith, Purpose, and Finding Meaning Beyond Money How to Start, Scale, Buy, and Eventually Exit a Business Successfully   To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: Text Partner to 72345 or email Partner@RodKhleif.com    For more about Rod and his real estate investing journey go to www.rodkhleif.com   Please Review and Subscribe  

John W. Brewster is a Service-Disabled Air Force veteran, NICET Level IV expert, former Master Instructor, UFC contributor, and CEO of ITM4G, leading multimillion-dollar contracts with top federal agencies. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You don't need a college degree to succeed; real-world skills, common sense, and consistent effort can take you just as far. 2. Treat employees with respect and make them feel valued; strong teams are built on appreciation, not authority. 3. The right certifications combined with hands-on experience can rival (or exceed) traditional education in career advancement. Check out John's website to learn more, or reach out to him directly - ITM4G Website Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. 50 Days - Join JLD on his free '50 Days to Something' video series on YouTube and create something special in 50 days.

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode delivers blue-collar business mastery with Jacob Lawson — the founder who went from working oil rigs in Africa to building Southeast Louisiana's leading epoxy and polished concrete company, 5,500+ jobs deep, with a #1 bestselling book and a mentorship platform to match.   Jacob breaks down the COVID disaster that nearly cost him everything, why renaming a struggling flooring business unlocked million-dollar contracts, how $200K invested in mentors changed his trajectory, and why the trades are the most AI-proof wealth opportunity hiding in plain sight right now.   The trades built this country and they're still building fortunes — Jacob shows you exactly how. Pay attention.