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Welcome to our monthly conversation with Konstantin, who is one of the most respected voices on YouTube about what is happening Inside Russia. Konstantin Samoilov is a well-known YouTuber whose channel ‘Inside Russia' comments insightfully on Russia's decent into authoritarianism over the last few years. But now, like many others, he's outside Russia, with no idea of when he can return there. ----------DESCRIPTION: Putin's Unexpected Alaska Visit: Diplomatic Maneuvers, Economic Struggles, and PropagandaKonstantin from Inside Russia conducts an in-depth conversation discussing Putin's surprising trip to Alaska. The episode delves into the risks and optics of the visit, the impact on both Russian and American audiences, and the strategic aims behind the meeting. They analyze the broader implications, including the role of Russian propaganda, the domestic economic crises, and the future geopolitical landscape. The dialogue also covers Ukraine's military strategy and the shifting narratives within Russian society. Finally, they explore the systemic economic issues plaguing Russia, hidden behind crafted propaganda, and speculate on the potential internal consequences for Putin's regime.----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome and Introduction01:19 Discussing the Risks and Challenges02:12 Putin's Surprising Visit to Alaska07:28 Russian Propaganda and Public Perception12:37 Putin's Objectives and Negotiation Tactics17:02 The Outcome and Reactions24:12 Russia's Propaganda Victory24:23 Putin's Strategic Moves25:56 Nuclear Blackmail and Rumors29:16 Media Manipulation and Influence38:44 Economic Troubles in Russia45:46 Conclusion and Future Predictions----------LINKS: ⁨@INSIDERUSSIA⁩  https://www.patreon.com/insiderussiaINSIDE RUSSIA is a source of current news on Russia - Konstantin carefully selects 9 news stories that are important and really matter, with commentaries and analyses by Konstantin delivered daily to channel patrons at Patreon.comGet your access to daily news updates at patreon.com/INSIDERUSSIA----------TRUCK FUNDRAISER - GET A SILICON CURTAIN NAFO PATCH:Together with our friends at LIFT99 Kyiv Hub (the NAFO 69th Sniffing Brigade), we are teaming up to provide 2nd Battalion of 5th SAB with a pickup truck that they need for their missions. With your donation, you're not just sending a truck — you're standing with Ukraine.https://www.help99.co/patches/nafo-silicon-curtain-communityWhy NAFO Trucks Matter: Ukrainian soldiers know the immense value of our NAFO trucks and buses. These vehicles are carefully selected, produced between 2010 and 2017, ensuring reliability for harsh frontline terrain. Each truck is capable of driving at least 20,000 km (12,500 miles) without major technical issues, making them a lifeline for soldiers in combat zones.https://www.help99.co/patches/nafo-silicon-curtain-community----------SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISERA project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------

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Matt LeMay spent 13 years as a music critic at Pitchfork before becoming one of product management's most influential voices. He's consulted with companies from startups to Fortune 500s and authored two essential PM books, including Impact-First Product Teams. After watching countless product teams get laid off despite “doing everything right,” he discovered a harsh truth: most PMs are optimizing for the wrong things.In this conversation, you'll learn:1. The one question that predicts if your team will survive the next layoffs (and why most teams can't answer it)2. Why following product “best practices” perfectly can actually accelerate your path to unemployment3. The “low-impact PM death spiral”—how teams accidentally make themselves irrelevant4. How to push back on executives without saying “no” (the options, plus a recommendation framework)5. The counterintuitive reason why the happiest PMs are also the most commercially minded6. The Liz Phair review that made Matt an internet villain for 22 years—and what it taught him about product management—Brought to you by:Enterpret—Transform customer feedback into product growth: https://enterpret.com/lennyPragmatic Institute—Industry‑recognized product, marketing, and AI training & certifications: https://pragmaticinstitute.com/lennyClaude.ai—The AI for problem solvers and enterprise: http://claude.ai/—Transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-one-question-that-saves-product-careers-matt-lemay—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/168109376/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation—Where to find Matt LeMay:• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mttlmy• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattlemay/• Website: https://mattlemay.com/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Matt LeMay(04:23) Matt's background and transition to product management(06:47) The goal of Matt's new book(12:00) How to stress test your thinking as a PM(15:32) Thinking like the CEO(17:33) The role of a product manager(23:36) The low-impact PM death spiral(27:47) Case study: Mailchimp's transition to a platform company(32:53) Radical acceptance(41:24) Embracing constraints in product management(44:23) Steps to become an impact-first product team(49:38) Setting effective goals(01:02:15) Prioritization and impact estimation(01:07:58) Navigating stakeholder management(01:12:35) Summarizing the 3 steps(01:16:36) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Pitchfork: https://pitchfork.com/• Daniel Ek's memo: https://newsroom.spotify.com/2023-12-04/an-update-on-december-2023-organizational-changes/• How to create a winning product strategy | Melissa Perri: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-to-create-a-winning-product-strategy• Everything you've ever wanted to know about SAFe and the product owner role | Melissa Perri (author, founder of Product Institute): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/product-owners-melissa-perri• Mailchimp: https://mailchimp.com/• Intuit: https://www.intuit.com/• Natalia Williams on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliatwilliams/• The ultimate guide to OKRs | Christina Wodtke (Stanford): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-ultimate-guide-to-okrs-christina• Miro: https://miro.com/• Prioritizing: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/prioritizing• Temptation Island on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81744518• Mark L. Walberg's website: https://markwalbergtv.com/about• Antiques Roadshow on PBS: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/• Milkman amp: https://milkmansound.com/collections/amplifiers/products/the-amp• Matt's review of Liz Phair's self-titled album: https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/6255-liz-phair/• Pitchfork Critic Apologizes for Bashing Liz Phair Album; Singer Graciously Accepts: https://variety.com/2019/music/news/pitchfork-critic-apologizes-liz-phair-album-review-zero-score-1203326897/• RedMonk: https://redmonk.com/—Recommended books:• Product Management in Practice: A Practical, Tactical Guide for Your First Day and Every Day After: https://www.amazon.com/Product-Management-Practice-Practical-Tactical/dp/1098119738/r• Impact-First Product Teams: Define Success. Do Work That Matters. Be Indispensable.: https://www.amazon.com/Impact-first-Product-Teams-Success-Indispensable/dp/B0DVH4R3QJ• Escaping the Build Trap: How Effective Product Management Creates Real Value: https://www.amazon.com/Escaping-Build-Trap-Effective-Management/dp/B08B46C8R1/• Radical Focus: Achieving Your Most Important Goals with Objectives and Key Results: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Focus-Achieving-Important-Objectives/dp/0996006028• The Wisdom of Insecurity: A Message for an Age of Anxiety: https://www.amazon.com/Wisdom-Insecurity-Message-Age-Anxiety/dp/0307741206/—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com

Keir Giles, Senior Consulting Fellow with the Russia and Eurasia Programme at Chatham House, outlines why the summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin could represent a dangerous point for Europe.

Send us a textIn this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is John Schmitt, a military veteran, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder & CEO of iXpressGenes who is leveraging innovative RNA biomarker technologies to revolutionize trauma screening in healthcare. With over 20 years of leadership experience in the U.S. Army and a Master's degree in Microbiology and Immunology, John is dedicated to developing data-driven solutions for early detection and prevention of trauma-related diseases.00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview01:02 Welcoming the Guest: John Schmitt02:00 John Schmitt's Journey to Biotechnology05:58 Military Experience and Leadership Insights13:09 Founding  iXpressGenes: The Origin Story17:31 Mission and Objectives of iXpressGenes23:08 Challenges and Innovations in Biomarker Technologies27:42 Personal Leadership and Inspirations35:00 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up

Taxes may be inevitable, but how you approach them can make a meaningful difference in your long-term financial path. In this episode, Peter Raskin unpacks the recently signed “One Big Beautiful Bill” and what it means for families and individuals. More importantly, he breaks down how to think about taxes not in isolation, but in … Read More Read More

Tavien St. Clair lists his objectives for Ohio State's inaugural season. Tuesday, August 5, 2025 Subscribe to the Podcast

Ken Agyapong's life story reads like a master class in resilience, business acumen, and the transformative power of discipline. Sitting across from me in the studio, this titan of Ghanaian entrepreneurship radiates a quiet confidence born from decades of battling adversity and emerging victorious.The man who now employs over 7,000 people across 16 companies began his journey in the humblest of circumstances – hawking goods on the streets of Accra as a secondary school student to pay his own fees. "I was sleeping on the porch," he recalls with remarkable candor. "I roll my mattress from one to upper six. In the morning if I don't wake up early, everybody will see me folding my mattress." Yet from these humble beginnings, Ken forged an unshakable determination that would become his signature trait.What stands out most vividly in our conversation is his pragmatic philosophy toward wealth-building. Despite owning 277 properties across Ghana, he surprisingly considers many of these "a waste" compared to operational business investments. His counterintuitive insights challenge conventional wisdom at every turn. When faced with seemingly insurmountable setbacks – including being robbed in Lagos and losing nearly everything in America – he consistently rebuilt through discipline and strategic thinking. "The experience you acquire in business, the hardships you go through, the challenges you face, you don't find it in books in the classroom," he emphasizes.For young entrepreneurs wondering where to begin, Hon Ken offers specific, actionable guidance. His "GOSPA" framework (Goals, Objectives, Strategy, Planning, Activities) provides a roadmap, while his seven qualities for success (vision, courage, integrity, humility, foresight, dreams, cooperation) form the foundation. His advice to study building materials as a first business venture in Ghana stems from deep market understanding: "Everybody who gets money wants to build a house."Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or looking to scale your existing success, this conversation delivers wisdom earned through decades of triumph and tribulation. Subscribe to Konnected Minds Podcast for more transformative insights from Africa's most impactful business leaders, and join our live community event on August 29th at the British Council.Support the showWatch the video episode of this on YouTube - https://linktr.ee/konnectedminds

In the leadership and communications section, The CISO code of conduct: Ditch the ego, lead for real, The books shaping today's cybersecurity leaders, How to Succeed in Your Career When Change Is a Constant, and more! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/bsw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-406

In the leadership and communications section, The CISO code of conduct: Ditch the ego, lead for real, The books shaping today's cybersecurity leaders, How to Succeed in Your Career When Change Is a Constant, and more! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-406

In the leadership and communications section, The CISO code of conduct: Ditch the ego, lead for real, The books shaping today's cybersecurity leaders, How to Succeed in Your Career When Change Is a Constant, and more! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/bsw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-406

This radio series introduces listeners to a dedicated group of individuals advocating for a just energy transition—one that fully respects and includes the rights of Indigenous Peoples. Central to this effort is the SIRGE Coalition (Securing Indigenous Peoples' Rights in the Green Economy), which works to ensure that Indigenous communities are not left behind in the shift toward sustainable development. All voices featured in the series are from members of the South African San Development Association, offering firsthand perspectives rooted in lived experience and cultural insight.

In the leadership and communications section, The CISO code of conduct: Ditch the ego, lead for real, The books shaping today's cybersecurity leaders, How to Succeed in Your Career When Change Is a Constant, and more! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-406

Great news! If you make a purchase from any link of the links below, the channel earns a small affiliate commission from the site. Many thanks ahead of time. BETTER HELP: https://www.betterhelp.com/JAYREELZ save 10% OFF of your first month. OLIPOP Soda: https://www.drinkolipop.com use promo code JAYREELZ for 15% off of your purchase. BOMBA SOCKS: https://www.gopjn.com/t/2-561785-354075-142593 SAVE 20% CONSUMER CELLULAR: https://www.pntrs.com/t/2-593611-354075-293459 Approaching the final week of July the only way I know how, despite some crickets being heard in some of the sports that are out there, but whatever I've got, you know I'll bring the pain and then some as the latest podcast is here. On deck: (6:21) Baseball's first week out of the break has been intriguing. The Tigers have been slumping. The Guardians have been surging. The Yankees have been sloppy. There are two new division leaders and the MLB trade deadline is a week away with no activity to speak of. (34:50) NFL training camps are open throughout the league as the football fans in 32 cities get pumped up for the regular season just six weeks away. I'll deliver what the top storylines and objectives are for every team in swift fashion as America's most popular sport is back in our consciousness. And MUCH MORE in between. Please subscribe, leave a rating and post a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy, Amazon Music and iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. For daily shorts, weekly vlogs and then some, please subscribe to my YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMucZq-BQrUrpuQzQ-jYF7w If you'd like to contribute to the production of the podcast, please visit my Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/TheJAYREELZPodcast   Many thanks for all of your love and support.   Intro/outro music by Cyklonus. LINKS TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jayreelz-podcast/id1354797894 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jtCQwuPOg334jmZ0xiA2D?si=22c9a582ef7a4566 AUDACY: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-jayreelz-podcast-d9f50 iHEARTRADIO: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-the-jayreelz-podcast-43104270/ AMAZON MUSIC: https://www.amazon.com/The-JAYREELZ-Podcast/dp/B08K58SW24/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+jayreelz+podcast&qid=1606319520&sr=8-1

Rob is covering the new missions from the Match Play Guide, focusing specifically on the missions themselves and bonus objectives. He is sharing his thoughts on what we might see from games and what strategies he is planning to use in upcoming events. Check it out! Rob's Old World EVENTS in Nottingham!  https://tsnarena.com/events/category/the-old-world/ Support us on PATREON and join us on Discord:  https://www.patreon.com/Squarebased MERCH!   https://thehonestwargamer.com/product-category/square-based/ Square Based terrain maps and resources:  https://thehonestwargamer.com/the-old-world-terrain-guidelines/ Youtube Music Playlist for Audio Only:  https://tinyurl.com/SB-YouTube-Music-Playlist Podcast on all other Platforms:  https://squarebasedpodcast.podbean.com/ #warhammer #warhammertheoldworld #warhammerfantasy #warhammercommunity #squarebassed #theoldworld #warhammerpodcast #thehonestwargamer

In this episode, Nick breaks down the core Facebook ad objectives —Awareness, Engagement, Traffic, and Sales —using a real-world example of user behaviour on social media. He explains how each objective aligns with different stages of the customer journey and how advertisers can effectively structure campaigns around them. Whether you're running ads that spark curiosity or drive clicks and conversions, this episode gives you practical insights to optimise performance and understand what your audience is really doing.BUT THERE'S MORE...If you need help with your Facebook ads, then join The Ads Clinic Free Skool. Click here: https://www.skool.com/theadsclinic Follow me on Instagram to keep up to date with all the latest hacks: @nickboddington You can now watch the episode on Youtube!

[Non]conscious Influence: Understanding and Addressing Implicit BiasImplicit bias, or non-conscious bias, affects decision-making through stereotype activation and is connected to behavioral outcomes. Using the understanding of impact versus intent as a frame for learning about implicit bias will be highlighted to help reduce the negative influences of bias in the work.  At the conclusion of this presentation, discussion of cultural humility will create an opportunity for forward movement in self-discovery.Objectives: 1.  Describe concepts of impact versus intent for greater understanding of shifting focus2. Explain how implicit bias is formed and how it could affect decision-making3. Discuss strategies for creating opportunities to move forward in understanding cultural humility in our daily livesChris Martin, MSW, LMSW, PhDDr. Chris Martin is an Associate Professor and MSW Program Director in the School of Social Work at St. Ambrose University and serves as the Interim Associate Dean for the College of Health and Human Services.  She teaches both diversity and advanced individual and family skills courses in the School.  Her scholarship lies in the area of implicit racial bias and this led her to create a curriculum for the Iowa Department of Human Services to educate both employees of the Department and community members across the state in a 6 hour implicit bias learning exchange.  Dr. Martin is committed to the teaching and learning of bias, characteristics of white supremacy, antiracism, and social justice.

Dream big, teach smarter! In this episode, Dr. Noriko Anderson breaks down how to turn educational dreams into reality using clear goals and purposeful objectives. Learn how frameworks like Bloom's Taxonomy and Miller's Pyramid can bring structure, clarity, and joy to your curriculum development process.   Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Website | Instagram | Twitter | Subscribe | Patreon |  CME!| Youtube  thecurbsidersteach@gmail.com Credits Producer, Script, Cover Art, CME: Era Kryzhanovskaya MD Show notes, CME:  Era Kryzhanovskaya MD, Charlotte Chaiklin MD  Hosts, Editors: Era Kryzhanovskaya MD, Molly Heublein MD    Technical Support: Podpaste Peer Reviewer: Keith Scott Dickerson, MD, MS-BME Guests: Noriko Anderson, MD Technical support: Podpaste Theme Music: MorsyMusic  Show Segments Intro, disclaimer, guest bio, guest recommendations and favorite failure  Picks of the week Case #1 from Kashlak Memorial Hospital  Creating goals and objectives  Bloom's taxonomy  Types of objectives  Miller's Pyramid Case #2 from Kashlak Memorial Hospital  Talk with others and ask for help  Take-home points Outro

ISO certification is more than just earning a certificate, and it requires continuous maintenance to both retain certification and drive effective improvements. Over the course of your 3-year certification cycle, you will need to ensure your Management System is regularly updated and reviewed so that it remains relevant to the way you're currently working. That in addition to annual tasks such as internal auditing and management review, it can be a lot to keep on top of. Which is why some turn to external ISO Support. In this episode, Steph Churchman explains what ISO Support is, the challenges of managing ISO internally and the benefits of external support. You'll learn ·      What is ISO Support? ·      What tasks can you outsource ·      Challenges of managing ISO internally ·      What are the benefits of ISO Support?   Resources ·      Isologyhub ·      ISO Support Plan   In this episode, we talk about: [02:05] Episode Summary – Steph explains what is meant by ISO Support, explains the challenges with managing ISO internally and the benefits of engaging in external support.   [02:20] What is ISO Support? ISO certification involves a 3-year cycle, where you will be subjected to an annual Surveillance audit by your certification body. On year 3, you will need to undertake a recertification audit, which will determine if you can keep your ISO certification. During that cycle, you will be required to complete annual tasks such as internal auditing, documentation updates and management review to ensure that your management system is effective in driving continual improvement. ISO Support is a service provided by an external party to help facilitate the management of these annual tasks, usually undertaken by a dedicated ISO consultancy. [03:40] What tasks can be outsourced? To learn about what tasks can be outsourced, check out a previous episode. [03:55] ISO Management Challenge #1: Internal auditors not being comfortable about auditing their peers - It may be the case that certain individuals do no get on, however if someone manages a key process or area of the business, they still need to be audited. There's also the chance for auditors to be misunderstood, or have trouble getting the answers they need from auditees. Auditing requires the ability to effectively communicate and make yourself understood. It's quite common for auditees to ask for further clarification on questions asked, so you need to be able to work with them so that they understand what you're really asking. [04:45] ISO Management Challenge #2: Internal auditors not being particularly objective or impartial when auditing leadership – It can be hard to be impartial towards leadership, even if it is ultimately in their best interest! These dynamics can be habitual, but by not pointing out genuine issues or opportunities for improvement, you dimmish the purpose of the exercise. This also involves any leadership being receptive to feedback given. If this hasn't been taken well in the past, it's understandable for individuals to be hesitant doing so again, even if it's a necessary part of the process. [05:35] ISO Management Challenge #3: Fed up with paying for training for a high turnover of internal auditors - Internal Auditing will require a qualification, which will cost money. It's not a tremendous amount for these courses, but it would be an extra thing to budget for, and then there's factoring the time to complete the course which takes away from that individuals other responsibilities. It can also be frustrating when your only Internal Auditor moves on and so you have to train another. Depending on the business, this could happen quite frequently and so ends up being a repetitive expense. You will also need to ensure any current auditors are competent to audit against any new ISO Standards that you may add along the way. [06:35] ISO Management Challenge #4: Managers not having time to update processes - Your Management system is likely owned by either just 1 individual or by a small team within the business. Those involved will already have their plates full with day-to-day operations, and anything ISO related is just another task to add onto that pile. In the eyes of many, they may seem unimportant in comparison, and will continually get shuffled down the priority list until it's time for a Surveillance Audit. There will also be a certain amount of documentation to review and update on a regular basis. Even those with mature systems can experience trouble with duplicated processes, or confusion with old versions, and finding the time to sit and refresh all of that is often hard to accomplish. [07:30] ISO Management Challenge #5: Managers not aware of their legal, regulatory or ISO Standards requirements - As ISO Standards lay out best practice, they do require businesses to be aware of and adhere to relevant legislation and regulations. Managers will likely not be an expert in ISO Standards or legislation, so it can be easy for things to get missed if they've not had sufficient training beforehand. It will take time for relevant individuals within a business to be trained, or complete CPD to be fully competent to ensure full ISO and legal compliance. [08:25] ISO Management Challenge #6: Not updating key information i.e. Risk Register, BCP's, environmental/energy metrics - Monitoring and measuring is a big part of ISO Management. You need to document certain metrics if you want to track them effectively. You will also need to update key documentation, as nothing stays the same forever. Major business changes may prompt updates to key policies and procedures. You may have opportunities to improve that fall out of audits that require certain documentation to be updated. Or correcting things where non-conformities have been raised. These updates are necessary to keep the momentum of a management system going. It needs to grow with you, which it will fail to do if everything documented is only applicable to how your business operated a few years ago. [09:15] ISO Management Challenge #7: Not reviewing key information i.e. Objectives, Environmental/H & S/Data Security trends - Objectives is another key metric that should be reviewed on a regular basis. To not only establish if you are making progress with them, but also to possibly adjust if the original plans were too lofty. They should still be a challenge to obtain, but we're all only human and sometimes our first estimates about what's achievable might be a tad too ambitious. There is also a need to review audit results to see if there's any trends in areas such as info sec, sustainability and risk. This could be opportunities for improvement or some reoccurring issues that need to be addressed. All of this monitoring is going to require dedicated time from relevant personal, including feeding back results and following through with further actions. [10:55] ISO Support Benefit #1: Expertise and Specialisation - Dedicated ISO consultants will keep you up-to-date with the latest standard revisions, interpretations, and best practices. This includes their experience with helping businesses to plan and conduct annual maintenance. They are there as a guiding hand and can be a great sounding board for you if you have questions surrounding ideas or actions that you're unsure about.  Their help ensures your system is maintained effectively and most importantly, compliantly. [11:40] ISO Support Benefit #2: Cost Savings - While there's a fee for outsourcing, it's often more cost-effective than maintaining an in-house team or dedicating significant internal resources. As mentioned earlier, you would need qualified internal auditors at the very least, this will require training costs. You also need to consider the time taken out of individual's typical working schedule to be able to conduct annual ISO maintenance, this will take away from their day-to-day tasks. We took this into consideration when creating our ISO Support Plan option, which is a 3-year contract that allows you to stay at a fixed rate for those 3-years. It's a set it and forget it approach to ISO Support, which is flexible on both the number of days required annually in addition to the tasks you'd like support with. [12:35] ISO Support Benefit #3: Reduced Workload for Internal Staff - It's often the case that Individuals, especially in SMEs, often wear many hats. Adding ISO maintenance onto that will impact on their day-to-day activities. Outsourcing frees up their time and resources, allowing them to focus on core business activities rather than the complexities of ISO maintenance. A lot of people don't take training into consideration for people who get handed the task of maintaining a management system. It's a lot of unnecessary stress when they've likely already got enough on their plate. Outsourcing will take a lot of that burden away, and give them a chance to lean on consultant guidance and be able to learn how to manage the tasks without fear of jeopardising the company's certification.  [13:30] ISO Support Benefit #4: Impartiality and Objectivity - An external consultant can offer an unbiased perspective on your management system's performance, identifying areas for improvement that might be overlooked by internal staff due to familiarity, bias or ingrained practices. A fresh pair of eyes can provide a lot of valuable insight, in addition to their lessons learned from other clients. It also helps to have another unbiased voice on your side if you have suggestions for improvement that need presenting to leadership. It should also be noted that impartial audits are a requirement of ISO Standards, this is so you're not marking your own homework all the time. It's another level of assurance that you are doing what you say you're doing. [14:20] ISO Support Benefit #5: Continuity and Risk Mitigation - Employee turnover can disrupt internal ISO maintenance. Outsourcing provides continuity, as any external provider will be available for the duration of an agreed contract, there's no ambiguity on how long you have their support for. They will help you plan out what needs to be done, and facilitate this with the relevant individuals within your business. [15:00] ISO Support Benefit #6: Improved Efficiency and Effectiveness - External specialists will have the experience to help streamline processes and tools for maintenance activities. Making the system and it's running more efficient, leaving you with more time to implement worthwhile changes that reap tangible results. Having their guidance from the start means you'll be hitting the ground running. At Blackmores, we ensure that annual activities are planned out in advance so everyone can be prepared and work on a consistent schedule. [15:40] ISO Support Benefit #7: Enhanced Compliance and Audit Readiness - Outsourced consultants are going to be more adept at ensuring the system remains fully compliant with ISO standards. As they can proactively identify and address non-conformities that could easily be missed by those with significantly less auditing experience. There is a level of experience that is tricky to achieve if you do not regularly conduct internal audits. Consultants know what to look for, and will often have significant industry experience to know what stones to unturn to find issues and opportunities. Afterall, that is the purpose of internal audits, to not only check that process, policies and procedures are being followed, but to seek out where you can be doing better, or fixing issues as your business changes and adapts. [16:40] ISO Support Benefit #8: Focus on Core Business Activities - By offloading the burden of ISO maintenance, you can re-allocate your focus and resources to core business activities and strategic initiatives. ISO Consultants can take a lot of the mental burden of managing ISO systems away. There will still be homework to do on your side, as ultimately, you know how your business works best, but a consultant will guide you through what needs to be done. We know that many of you tasked with ISO compliance in your business have another primary role that requires a lot more of your attention. So make it easier on yourselves with the help of an expert, so you can get on and do what you need to do with minimal interruption. [17:30] ISO Support Benefit #9: Potential for Scalability and Flexibility - Outsourced services can often be scaled up or down based on the business's needs, offering flexibility that an internal team might not be able to provide, especially during periods of growth, crisis or during large projects. ISO Consultants can help either pick up the slack or give you more of the rope to handle annual ISO maintenance depending on what you need or want. At Blackmores, we have an ISO Support Plan that can be tailored to your exact needs, including the options to complete tasks such as:- ·      Conducting impartial internal audits ·      Providing surveillance support ·      Updating legal registers ·      Documentation updates ·      Conducting annual management reviews With 3 levels of support available, we have no issue with you increasing or decreasing days required each year, or varying the tasks depending on where you need the most support. 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Send us a textThis week on Marketing Espresso, I'm joined by the fabulous Jodie McLean - Director of Gem Events and Hills District Businesswomen to talk all things events and why they're so much more than just a nice excuse to dress up and network.With 15+ years of experience and over 350 corporate events under her belt, Jodie knows exactly how to turn an event into a high-impact marketing tool that drives real business results.We're talking lead nurture, brand building, client retention — all the good stuff that happens when people connect in person.From intimate masterclasses to full-blown awards nights, events can be tailored to fit your goals, your budget, and your brand vibe — and Jodie shares how to make it all feel strategic and funKey Takeaways:Events should be aligned with your business' strategic objectives, not just thrown together for fun.In-person touchpoints massively speed up the know-like-trust journey - a crucial part of the sales funnel.Hosting, sponsoring or simply attending the right events can yield a higher ROI than digital advertising in some sectors.Gen Z prefers experiences over things - a crucial insight if you're building a team or looking to engage a younger demographic.Creating effective events starts with getting clear on your audience, outcomes, budget and non-negotiables.Actions You Can Take:Audit your marketing plan - is there space for an event strategy that aligns with your business goals?Start small - consider running a low-budget masterclass or networking event before planning a large conference.Attend local events - see what others in your industry are doing and learn what works (and what doesn't).About Jodie McClean:Jodie McLean is an accomplished event manager with over 15 years' experience planning and executing more than 350 corporate events across Australia and overseas. She is the Founder and Director of JEM events, a full-service agency supporting businesses, associations, and communities to achieve their strategic objectives and ignite human potential through the power of events. Connect with Jodie:Website: https://www.jemevents.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodieemclean/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jemevents_ DOWNLOAD MY CONTENT PLANNER - https://becchappell.com.au/content-planner/Instagram @bec_chappellLinkedIn – Bec Chappell If you're ready to work together, I'm ready to work with you and your team.How to work with me:1. Marketing foundations and strategy consultation 2. Marketing Coaching/ Whispering for you a marketing leader or your team who you want to develop into marketing leaders3. Book me as a speaker or advisor for your organisation4. Get me on your podcastThis podcast has been produced and edited by Snappystreet Creative

Game Goals vs Learning OutcomesIn this episode, we'll explore how learning objectives and game goals overlap, how serious games are designed for impact, and how we measure success beyond just ‘winning.' So, buckle up—because today, we're unlocking the next level of game-based learning! If you liked this episode please consider commenting, sharing, and subscribing.Subscribing is absolutely free and ensures that you'll get the next episode of Experience Points delivered directly to you.I'd also love it if you took some time to rate the show!I live to lift others with learning.  So, if you found this episode useful, consider sharing it with someone who could benefit.Also make sure to visit University XP online at www.universityxp.comUniversity XP is also on Twitter @University_XP and on Facebook and LinkedIn as University XPAlso, feel free to email me anytime at dave@universityxp.comGame on!Get the full transcript and references for this episode here: https://www.universityxp.com/podcast/142Support the show

We've been approaching wellness completely backwards, optimizing our bodies while destroying our social connections. Dr. Jonathan Leary, founder of Remedy Place, discovered that his highest-performing clients had one major complaint: “I feel incredible, but these lifestyle changes are ruining my social life.” Blue zone research confirms this — it wasn't specific diets that created longevity, it was community and human connection. When you combine evidence-based therapies like cold plunges and saunas with intentional social design, you get optimization that enhances relationships instead of isolating you from them. Join the Ultimate Human VIP community and gain exclusive access to Gary Brecka's proven wellness protocols today!: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Dr. Jonathan Leary: Website: http://bit.ly/4lHfiHk Website: http://bit.ly/3IgW9xf YouTube: http://bit.ly/4liB5oV Instagram: http://bit.ly/403bnfE TikTok: http://bit.ly/4nGC8ke Facebook: http://bit.ly/44L63jz LinkedIn: http://bit.ly/3IdepI1 Thank you to our partners: H2TABS - USE CODE “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg BODYHEALTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD - USE CODE "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa EIGHT SLEEP - SAVE $350 ON THE POD 4 ULTRA WITH CODE “GARY”: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E COLD LIFE - THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp WHOOP - GET 1 FREE MONTH WHEN YOU JOIN!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW MASA CHIPS - GET 20% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER: https://bit.ly/40LVY4y VANDY - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/49Qr7WE AION - USE CODE “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD A GAME - USE CODE “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: ⁠http://bit.ly/4kek1ij HAPBEE - FEEL BETTER & PERFORM AT YOUR BEST: https://bit.ly/4a6glfo CARAWAY - USE CODE “ULTIMATE” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3Q1VmkC HEALF - GET 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S BIOPTIMIZERS - USE CODE “ULTIMATE” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4inFfd7 RHO NUTRITION - USE CODE “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/44fFza0 GENETIC TEST: ⁠https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 Watch  the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X.com: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:22 Creating Remedy Place (Social Wellness Club) 10:58 The Growing of Social and Wellness Hubs 15:18 Community and Connection as Objectives of Remedy Place 22:25 Outcomes of Building a Social Wellness Environment 26:09 Seven-Pillar Lifestyle 48:32 Integrating Functional and Lifestyle Medicine 36:17 Dealing with Stress while Aging 40:52 Data-Proven Technology at Remedy Place 43:52 Going Back to the Basics 46:32  Why Undergo Functional Medicine Lab Testings? 49:36 Connect with Dr. Leary 50:12 What does it mean to you to be an “Ultimate Human?” The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The Content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Chris Wright and a panel of experts discuss the current geopolitical landscape, focusing on the Middle East, particularly the tensions between Israel and Iran, the implications of Trump's foreign policy, and the state of democracy in the U.S. The conversation delves into the complexities of regime change, the future of nuclear non-proliferation, and the challenges of expressing concerns about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The panelists also reflect on the rise of populism and its potential consequences for global politics. Finally they get to the bottom of why UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves was crying in The Commons…The Panel: Founder and Director of the Israeli Disarmament Movement, and the Middle East Treaty Organization, Sharon Dolev. Sharon was also the Israeli representative of the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate International Campaign for Abolishing Nuclear Weapons (ICAN)The China correspondent, and formerly the Middle East correspondent at the Times, Richard Spencer. Since October 7th Richard has stayed reporting on the Middle East as well as China - most recently focussing on the US/Israeli conflict with Iran.Jean-Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth, John O'BrennanWriter, broadcaster, and columnist, Christina PattersonDirector at the Middle East Treaty Organization and co-author of Weapons of Mass Destruction: A new approach to non-proliferation Emad KiyaeiChaptersIntroduction and Overview of Global IssuesMiddle East Tensions: Israel, Iran, and the Nuclear ThreatThe Question of Regime Change in IranIsrael's Objectives and the Impact of Recent AttacksThe Future of Nuclear Non-Proliferation in the Middle EastThe Complexity of Expressing Concerns about GazaGlobal Perceptions of the Israeli-Palestinian ConflictTrump's Foreign Policy and Its ImplicationsThe State of American DemocracyThe Rise of Populism and Its ConsequencesWhy Rachel Reeves was Crying & The Economy She InheritedHow To Stop Nigel Farage'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell. Rock around the clock productions AB. www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Sound Sapien Soundsapien.com

ISO Standards are often a must have due to stakeholder requirements, whether that's from your customers, investors or regulators. The need for multiple ISO certifications is also becoming more common, which can become a tricky task to juggle if you're managing these as separate systems. The solution? An Integrated Management System. In this episode, Steph Churchman explains what an integrated management system is, how the Annex SL format facilitates integration and the benefits and challenges involved with an IMS. You'll learn ·      What is an Integrated Management System? ·      Why consider an IMS? ·      What is the Annex SL format? ·      What are the benefits of an IMS? ·      What are the challenges of implementing an IMS?     Resources ·      Isologyhub   In this episode, we talk about: [02:05] Episode Summary – Steph explains what an Integrated Management System is, how the Annex SL format makes this possible and dives into the benefits and challenges associated with an IMS. [02:20] What is an Integrated Management System? Often abbreviated to ‘IMS', it simply refers to a management system based off certification to or alignment with multiple ISO Standards. For example, a company may be certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 but will only have 1 Management system rather than 3 sperate systems. [03:30] What is the Annex SL format? The Annex SL format was applied to most ISO Standards back in 2015. This format helped to create a consistent 10 clause structure which makes it simple to integrate multiple ISO Standards. Before this was introduced, not all Standard clauses aligned, making it difficult to audit against and combine with other Standards, even if they had similar requirements. [04:00] The Annex SL 10 Clause Structure explained:– ·      The first 3 clauses are explanatory clauses. These give you more context for the purpose of the standards, as well as providing a helpful glossary of terms and definitions that you'll come across in the Standard. These clauses aren't audited against ·      Clause 4 - Context of the Organisation: This is where you'll be establishing your scope, your interested parties and looking at where your risks and opportunities are. It's setting the foundation for your Management system. ·      Clause 5 Leadership: This is where you'll need commitment from top management. They will need to be involved with tasks such as establishing key policies, assigning roles & responsibilities and communicating the Management System once you're ready to launch it. ·      Clause 6 Planning: This is where you will look at the risks and opportunities raised during the context phase and plan what actions you'll take to address them. This is in addition to setting your business objectives. ·      Clause 7 Support: This is where you will establish the resources you have available to create and facilitate the running of the Management system. This clause gives you guidance for considerations such as people, infrastructure, monitoring and measurement needs, competence of staff and key communication requirements. ·      Clause 8 Operation: This clause is where the main differences can be found between ISO Standards. It provides guidance on considerations for key processes and procedures relating to the Standard focus. ISO 9001 for example contains a rather chunky clause 8 as it details requirements for products and services, including the development and provision of them. While ISO 27001's clause 8 focuses more on information security risk assessments and risk treatment plans. ·      Clause 9 Performance Evaluation: This is where you establish the who, what and when involved in the monitoring, measurement and evaluation of your management system. This is also where Internal Auditing requirements are detailed. ·      Clause 10 Continual Improvement: This is the driving force of all ISO Standards. In this last clause you'll find requirements for Management review and non-conformity and corrective action. That's simply about reviewing the effectiveness of the Management system and putting plans in place to correct any non-conformities raised, or act on any of those opportunities for improvement. [08:00] IMS Benefit #1: Cost Saving – ISO Implementation can get costly, especially if you're investing in a consultancy to help you in addition to the certification body costs involved in the actual assessment. You can save money by implementing multiple standards at the same time. At Blackmores, we're happy to help you implement multiple ISO's at the same time. This saves on the time spent if you were to do them separately, as we typically combine elements of the selected standards in project days such as during a Gap analysis, document creation and internal audits. On the certification body side, you can save on assessment days by assessing against an integrated management system, rather than assessing against 2 separate management systems. Many will do their best to accommodate integrated assessment and surveillance audits. [09:05] IMS Benefit #2: Reduced Duplication and Increased Efficiency - There are elements of a Management system that you can combine to not only save money but also reduce document and process duplication, which leads to a more efficient system. We've seen companies trying to manage separate systems over the years, and often times they end up just causing confusion, or only being adhered to by specific departments within a business. This results in duplicated work as shared elements of compliance are being managed in two different ways, often with slightly different styles of documents. Save yourself the trouble and headache by integrating all relevant management system documentation into 1 system. It makes it so much easier to update and keep on top of, and to enable it to act as a real tool for continual improvement rather than being thought of as a chore to upkeep. [10:10] IMS Benefit #3: Improved Communication and Collaboration - An integrated system encourages communication between all elements of your business. This holistic approach is often broken down into silos for select departments to focus on select objectives, which in turn encourages invested teamwork which will contribute to the business's success as a whole. Internal Audits will also allow employees from every level to feedback to the system, highlighting key areas for improvement that could be rolled out. We see a lot of companies leveraging integrated management systems in various ways, often using them as a springboard to launch company wide initiatives that encourage further collaboration. These are then tracked, monitored and reported on in a similar way to other company objectives, all guided by the processes put in place by the Management system. [11:20] IMS Benefit #4: Enhanced Risk Management - Integrating multiple Standards will mean you have greater comprehension and risk assessment of multiple different aspects across your business, such as quality, environmental and Health & Safety. Many start with ISO 9001, as that's a fantastic solid foundation for a Management system, it builds in all the core policies and procedures needed to run a business smoothly, but it doesn't touch on the specifics of environmental management or information security. For that, you'd need to integrate other standards to ensure you have robust measures to tackle those other elements. [12:15] IMS Benefit #5: Streamlined Auditing Processes - Internal Audits act as a good measure of where things are going right and wrong, in addition to being a dummy run for your certification assessment if it's your first time going through the process. Internal Audits are also an element which can be combined, this allows you to save time for the auditees, which reduces the amount of disruption they may cause overall. It also reduces the overall amount of audit reports for review, saving a duplication of effort on auditing similar elements across multiple standards. [13:00] IMS Benefit #6: Better Decision-Making - By having a more unified view of all processes and performance across different management areas, leadership can make more informed decisions. ISO Standards require a Management Review, which is where you can review audit findings and put plans in place to resolve any non-conformities and address any opportunities for improvement. Don't forget to highlight any achievements and lessons learned too! As these can be applied elsewhere in the business. [14:00] IMS Benefit #7: Increased Stakeholder Confidence - ISO Standards are a mark of best practice, they are an internationally recognised seal of approval that proves your commitment to either quality, safety and sustainability. This competitive advantage will also serve you when going for funding or to tender. [14:40] IMS Benefit #8: Improved Organizational Performance and Culture - An integrated Management system ensures that everyone is unified in their way of working. It also fosters a culture of continual improvement, that encourages participation from all levels within the business. Having a central integrated system makes things simple for everyone to understand. No one has to search out different processes for a separate quality and environmental management system, when they could all be combined and stored in 1 location. An integrated management system approach also allows for you to collaborate across multiple different focus areas such as quality, safety and sustainability. Objectives for each can be siloed and focused on by select departments, but can still be contributed to from any part of the business. Be open about the results in different areas of the business and encourage suggestions for improvement, this is how you'll foster a culture of continuous Improvement. [16:05] IMS Challenge #1: Initial set-up and resourcing - Implementing ISO Standards aren't a small task. If you're implementing multiple ISO Standards from the start, you'll need to consider the people, time and expertise needed to complete the task. This may include the assistance of a dedicated ISO consultancy, as they'll have the expertise to guide you through the process smoothly. At Blackmores, we can help you implement an IMS that is bespoke to the way you work. It may be tempting to go with an out of the box solution, but these would need tailoring to be at all effective and likely won't get you past certification with a UKAS accredited Certification Body. Learn about the differences between a UKAS and Non-UKAS accredited Certification Body on one of our previous podcasts. [17:30] IMS Challenge #2: Resistance to change - People will be used to working a certain way, often siloed into systems unique to their departments. Or if you've already held 1 ISO certification, integrating others will mean change to that existing system that others may not be open to at first. It will involve either new or updated policies and procedures that will take some time for everyone to adapt to. The key here is communication. Not only to communicate the change, but allow people to voice any concerns they have about new ways of working. You may also need to issue additional training to help others adapt. [18:20] IMS Challenge #3: Lack of top leadership commitment - If you want people to care about the management system, commitment to it needs to come from the top down. If the leadership doesn't care about it, why should anyone else? Any good leadership should want a holistic approach for monitoring various elements of the business, if only to make more informed decisions. An integrated Management system can provide the base to facilitate this, and it's in leaderships best interest to keep ahead of any emerging challenges or opportunities that can be leveraged. [19:10] IMS Challenge #4: Integration of IT systems and data - Integrating your management system may require the integration of IT systems and existing data. If you have separate management systems currently, they may be operating on different databases or formats that may be difficult to combine. In some cases, an integrated management system is a good opportunity to refresh the way you work, it could be seen as a chance to look at other tech options out there that could be more cost effective or introduce new much needed functionality. [19:50] IMS Challenge #5: Maintaining Scope and Avoiding Over-Complication - There is a risk that you may try to bite off a bit more than you can chew when integrating management systems. We recommend starting with a smaller scope, as this acts as a good test that can be rolled out to the wider business if it's effective. Many may start with just one site and then seek to roll out the changes to the wider business over the course of a few years. This is definitely an approach we encourage, as each location will have its own teething problems to work through, which is much more manageable when tackled in chunks at a time rather than all at once. If you'd like any assistance with Integrated Management System Implementation, feel free to get in touch with us, we'd be happy to help. We'd love to hear your views and comments about the ISO Show, here's how: ●     Share the ISO Show on Twitter or Linkedin ●     Leave an honest review on iTunes or Soundcloud. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one. Subscribe to keep up-to-date with our latest episodes: Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube |iTunes | Soundcloud | Mailing List

In einem inspirierenden Gespräch mit Joel Kaczmarek enthüllt Tobias Haubert, Agile Coach bei Signal Iduna, die faszinierende Reise der Einführung von OKRs in einem etablierten Unternehmen. Tobias teilt seine Erfahrungen und gibt wertvolle Einblicke, wie man in einem großen Konzern agile Methoden erfolgreich implementiert. Von den Herausforderungen bis zu den Erfolgen – Tobias zeigt, wie gesunder Pragmatismus und eine klare Kommunikation den Weg zu mehr Effizienz und Transparenz ebnen. Ein Muss für alle, die Transformation hautnah erleben möchten! Du erfährst... …wie Tobias Haubert OKRs bei Signal Iduna erfolgreich einführte …welche Rolle gesunder Pragmatismus bei der Implementierung spielt …wie OKRs die Kommunikation und Transparenz im Unternehmen stärken …warum individuelle Anpassungen der OKR-Methodik entscheidend sind …welche Herausforderungen und Erfolge Signal Iduna mit OKRs erlebte __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||

In February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. China has never condemned the invasion, and its government and media have carefully avoided using term “Ukraine War,” opting instead to refer to the war as the “Ukraine crisis,” the “Russia-Ukraine conflict,” or the “special military operation,” a term that echoes Moscow's language. Beijing's approach to the Ukraine War has included support for Russia, a commitment China's own principles, including respecting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and a professed desire for peace.This episode's discussion will focus on China's evolving posture toward the war and China's relationship with Ukraine. Joining the podcast this episode is Dr. Vita Golod, who is a Junior Research Fellow at the A. Yu Krymskyi Institute of Oriental Studies, National Academy Sciences of Ukraine, and a Visiting Adjunct Instructor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.She is also the co-founder of the Ukrainian Platform for Contemporary China and a board member of the Ukrainian Association of Sinologists.  Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:35] China's Relationship with Ukraine Prior to Russia's Invasion[05:06] President Zelenskyy's Accusations Against China [08:20] Contemporary Ukrainian Perceptions of Relations with China [12:14] Ukrainian Perceptions of Sino-Russian Relations[16:25] China as a Mediator and Peacemaker[19:06] China's Interests in the Outcome of the Russo-Ukrainian War[21:21] What concrete steps could China take to facilitate peace? [23:14] China's Role in the Post-War Reconstruction of Ukraine[28:08] The Future of Sino-Ukrainian Relations

What is the Objectives & Key Results (OKR) framework? Why is the measurement and transparency of operating results so important to organizational health? How does the adoption of the OKR framework help make achieving balance between trust and accountability more achievable? To help answer these questions, we have Phillipp Schett joining us today on the Balancing Act Podcast. Phillipp is the founder and CEO of Wave Nine – a strategy execution consultancy focused on helping companies get the most out of the OKR framework. Tune into episode 198 to hear Phillipp's story, his career rocket-booster moment, and his thoughts on the use of OKRs to improve organizational trust and accountability. To learn more about Phillipp Schett, visit: https://wavenine.com/  To learn more about Andrew Temte, visit: https://www.andrewtemte.com 

CSIS's Eliot A. Cohen, former dean of Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and former councilor to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice joins the podcast to discuss Israel's strategic objectives, potential regime change in Iran and what Israel's military operation indicates for the future of warfare.

If you work for a software company, odds are that people make up 80-90% of your business's costs. Today's guest argues that in order to effectively manage a company's greatest asset, the CFO should be heavily involved in shaping the company culture. Bill Tole is the CFO of TrustRadius, a trusted platform where tech buyers find real reviews. He is skilled in creating structures around ambition and breaks down how TrustRadius creates and implements Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). He explains how they differ from KPIs, why they fail, and how to set aggressive but achievable goals. He discusses the Rule of 40 and why it's essential for the rest of the company to understand it. Bill also shares how CFOs can influence culture from a finance perspective and why a lack of failure is a cause for concern.—LINKS:Bill Tole on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-tole-0a99789/TrustRadius: https://www.trustradius.com/15Five: https://www.15five.com/CJ on X (@cjgustafson222): https://x.com/cjgustafson222Mostly metrics: http://mostlymetrics.comRELATED EPISODES:Less but Better: Miro's Justin Coulombe on the Power of Strategic Divestment in SaaS: —TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Preview and Intro(02:15) Sponsor – NetSuite | Planful | Tabs(06:00) TrustRadius's Business Model(09:20) OKRs at TrustRadius and Finance's Role in Them(14:07) Finance's Role in Asking the Stupid Questions(15:58) Sponsor – Rippling Spend | Pulley | Navan(20:10) How To Set Aggressive but Achievable Goals(23:19) The Ideal Number of OKRs(24:21) Leaving Room for Failing or Innovating(25:57) OKR Derivatives at Department Level(27:36) Why OKRs Fail(28:55) Rewriting or Killing Off an OKR Mid-Way(29:51) Where To Track Your OKRs(32:03) Applying the Rule of 40(34:39) Educating the Org on the Rule of 40(37:34) EBITDA Versus Free Cash Flow for Calculating Rule of 40(39:24) The CFO As the Culture Leader(43:21) Using Money To Change the Culture in a Positive Way(45:42) Mistakes CFO's Make When It Comes to Culture(47:06) Long-Ass Lightning Round: Why Failure Is Okay(51:41) Advice to Younger Self(53:44) Finance Software Stack(55:12) The State of SaaS Fragmentation or SaaS Sprawl(57:28) Craziest Expense Story—SPONSORS:NetSuite is an AI-powered business management suite, encompassing ERP/Financials, CRM, and ecommerce for more than 41,000 customers. If you're looking for an ERP, head to https://netsuite.com/metrics and get the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning.Planful's financial planning software can transform your FP&A function. Built for speed, accuracy, and confidence, you'll be planning your way to success and have time left over to actually put it to work. Find out more at www.planful.com/metrics.Tabs is a platform that brings all of your revenue-facing data and workflows - billing, AR, payments, rev rec, and reporting - onto a single system so you can automate and be more flexible. Find out more at: tabs.inc/metrics.Rippling Spend is a spend management software that gives you complete visibility and automated policy controls across every type of spend, saving you time and money. Get a demo to see how much time your org would save at rippling.com/metrics.Pulley is the cap table management platform built for CFOs and finance leaders who need reliable, audit-ready data and intuitive workflows, without the hidden fees or unreliable support. Switch in as little as 5 days and get 25% off your first year: pulley.com/mostlymetrics.Navan is the all-in-one travel and expense solution that helps finance teams streamline reconciliation, enforce policies automatically, and gain real-time visibility. It connects to your existing cards and makes closing the books faster and smarter. Visit navan.com/Runthenumbers for your demo.#failure #companyculture #OKR #KPI #Ruleof40 Get full access to Mostly metrics at www.mostlymetrics.com/subscribe

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In this episode of The Agents Angle, we welcome FIFPRO Legal Counsel Loïc Alves to help unpack the often misunderstood relationship between player unions and football agents. We explore FIFPRO's position on agent regulation, frustrations around FIFA's approach to 'consultation', and how mutual understanding between agents and unions can better serve players.Also this episode:⚖️ Reports of FIFA investigating an unlicensed agent involved in Brazil's move for Carlo Ancelotti.

The journey in search of the destinationDoes life have a purpose? Is that what gives life meaning? Or is it the journey that matters the most?Join our four speakers - Nietzschean philosopher Babette Babich, clinical psychologist Frank Tallis, existentialist philosopher Jonathan Webber, and linguist philosopher Sandra Laugier - as they explore the different facets of this question. Setting ourselves goals in life seems both inevitable and necessary for the good life, yet achieving them might render living life meaningless. The balance between having a sense of purpose and experiencing things as they come is a hard one to set.Do you think life must have a purpose? Email us at podcast@iai.tv with your thoughts or questions on the episode!To witness such topics discussed live buy tickets for our upcoming festival: https://howthelightgetsin.org/festivals/And visit our website for many more articles, videos, and podcasts like this one: https://iai.tv/You can find everything we referenced here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

FOX Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt reacts to the growing interest in a 5+11 College Football Playoff model. Klatt reacts to Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark voicing his support for the model and analyzes if this model is even good for the Big 12 or the sport overall. Klatt presents an alternative playoff option that gives the Big 12 and ACC a chance to battle each other for a 3rd CFP spot. Lastly, Klatt lists what he thinks should be the objectives of the College Football Playoff and debates whether the proposed 5+11 model meets his criteria. 0:00-1:49 Intro1:50-5:29 What will the future college football playoff format look like?5:30-7:37 Does the 5+11 CFP format make more sense for the sport?7:38-12:04 What are the disadvantages of the 5+11 CFP format?12:05-15:17 Surprised the Big 12 is In favor of the 5+11 CFP format?15:18-18:09 Should Big 12 and ACC consider a model with “2.5” automatic qualifiers for those 2 conferences?18:10-24:47 Klatt's Objectives for the CFP24:48-26:52 Should Big 12 and ACC consider a model with “2.5” automatic qualifiers for those 2 conferences? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Beetle is the latest addition to the retirement party, join us as we discuss this character, and its playstyle and ultimately what did Gaz think about this incredibly different playstyle. We talk a little about GH 2.0 with more (only recently learned) info which has us just so excited to get going and we talk about bonus objectives in scenarios and why one of us wants them in every single adventure.Find us on: IG - https://www.instagram.com/am_dirt/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@amdirtOr contact us directly at: contact@rollingterribly.com** Please note our episodes may contain spoilers for all games in the Haven series but we will try to keep them to a minimum **

In this episode, Dr. Tanger and Dr. Self are joined by Dr. Bronson Strickland as they consider how wildlife objectives can influence thinning regimes in forest management. Dr. Bronson Strickland, the Godfather of Timber University and co-Host of Deer University, our sister program. Dr. Strickland is the St. John Family Endowed Professor of Wildlife Management at Mississippi State University. For questions or comments, email us at timberuniversity@gmail.com.

In this episode, Dr. Tanger and Dr. Self are joined by Dr. Bronson Strickland as they consider how wildlife objectives can influence thinning regimes in forest management. Dr. Bronson Strickland, the Godfather of Timber University and co-Host of Deer University, our sister program. Dr. Strickland is the St. John Family Endowed Professor of Wildlife Management at Mississippi State University. For questions or comments, email us at timberuniversity@gmail.com.

Radhika Das, IFN Journalist, interviews Ahmed Shiyam, Minister of Fisheries & Ocean Resources, Republic of Maldives, on IsDB's Lives and Livelihoods Fund, its main objectives and how it is structured as a development initiative

How do you know if your district's math improvement plan is truly making an impact—and can you prove it before the test scores roll in?If you're a district math leader overwhelmed by fragmented documents, unclear goals, and scattered PD efforts, this episode will feel like a reset button. Too often, school systems lack a cohesive strategy for driving measurable, sustainable math gains. This walkthrough episode introduces a powerful dashboard tool designed to align your vision, track real progress, and ensure your team's efforts are coordinated across all levels—from PD sessions to classroom walkthroughs.Listen in to discover:A proven framework for setting clear, ambitious math improvement objectives—and the key results that actually move the needle.How to avoid common planning pitfalls by narrowing your focus for deeper, lasting impact in teacher practice and student learning.A ready-to-use dashboard tool that brings clarity and coordination to your entire math improvement process, complete with action tracking, evidence collection, and progress monitoring.Press play now to start building a math improvement plan you can track, measure, and celebrate by year's end.Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & UnitsShow NotesLove the show? Text us your big takeaway!Get a Customized Math Improvement Plan For Your District.Are you district leader for mathematics? Take the 12 minute assessment and you'll get a free, customized improvement plan to shape and grow the 6 parts of any strong mathematics program.Take the assessmentAre you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don't want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.

New Warhammer 40k leaks are here! We break down Chapter Approved objective changes and Space Wolves codex rules in this week's podcast episode. Some links are referal links that help support the podcast. Read More: New Space Wolves Rules Leaks   LVO Tickets Monument Hobbies has some of the best paints in the business: Get yours here Get your hobbies for less from Fabricators Forge   J15 Games Has Your Game Aides, Tokens & Templates! Get them here:  Join our discord  Heretic Swag Essential Hobby Products & Tools List  Buy Wyatt's Miniature:  Table of Contents 00:00 Opening 03:40 Would You Rather 11:28 News 30:25 Army Rules & Units 46:25 Missions Cards & More Welcome to , a new place for bringing the hobby back to wargaming! A podcast hosted by Rob Baer, Kenny Boucher & Wyatt Turk. Become a Veteran of the Long War!  http://thelongwar.net/

Send us a textIn this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Justin Goodarz, Chief Commercial Officer at Verified Clinical Trials. With extensive experience in strategic partnerships and eClinical technology across leading industry companies, Justin brings a wealth of expertise in enhancing patient recruitment and site centricity to our conversation.00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast00:45 Meet Justin Goodarz: Chief Commercial Officer at Verified Clinical Trials01:07 Justin's Journey into Life Sciences03:23 Career Highlights and Experiences06:55 Challenges and Innovations at Verified Clinical Trials11:50 Mission and Objectives of Verified Clinical Trials19:56 Leadership Advice and Personal Insights28:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Critical minerals are required for the manufacturing of electronics, aerospace equipment, medical devices, and renewable energy technologies, making them essential for a country's economic and national security. These materials have been at the center of China's domestic and foreign policy for many decades, and China's ability to integrate internal industrial policies with foreign trade and investment policies has allowed them to gain dominance in the market. Meanwhile, the US has lagged behind China in terms of both access to and processing technology of critical minerals. The country has been heavily dependent on China for its critical minerals and struggles to find an alternative supplier.China's announcement to impose export restrictions on seven rare earth elements on April 4th has opened many conversations surrounding critical minerals, especially regarding the US and its supply chain vulnerabilities. What has China done to achieve their global dominance in the critical minerals sector, and what can the US do to address the overdependence issue they are facing today? To answer these questions and more, host Bonnie Glaser is joined by Gracelin Baskaran, the director of the Critical Minerals Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. She is a mining economist whose area of expertise is critical minerals and trade. Timestamps[00:00] Start[02:13] US Dependencies on Rare Earths and Critical Minerals[03:51] Sourcing from Latin America, Africa, and Asia[06:28] Environmental Harm from Mining and Processing[08:11] Deliberate Suppression of the Price of Rare Earths in the Market[11:06] Chinese Exports Restrictions on Seven Rare Earth Elements[14:08] US Administrations' Approaches to Critical Minerals Vulnerability[20:02] 2010 Fishing Boat Accident and Japan's Response [24:00] What might China do moving forward? [27:42] Timeframe for the US to Catch Up to China

In this episode, Maurice emphasizes the importance of combining passion with strategic planning in business and nonprofit ventures. He shares how passion alone can lead to burnout and circular efforts, while a clear strategy provides direction and sustainability. Learn to create momentum by aligning your passion with a concise plan for lasting impact.In This Episode:00:00 The Power of Passion and Strategy01:13 Understanding Your Mission03:39 The Importance of Strategy05:24 Avoiding Burnout in Passion Projects07:19 Creating a Feedback Loop09:03 Combining Passion with a Clear PlanKey Takeaways:Define your mission and vision to ensure everyone is aligned.Develop a clear strategy to provide direction and sustainability to your passion.Implement feedback loops to readjust your strategy.Combine passion with a clear plan to create sustainable and purposeful momentum.Document your strategy to facilitate buy-in from others.Resources:Well Why Not Workbook: https://bit.ly/authormauricechismPodmatch: https://bit.ly/joinpodmatchwithmauriceConnect With:Maurice Chism: https://bit.ly/CoachMauriceWebsite: https://bit.ly/mauricechismPatreon: https://bit.ly/CoachMauriceonPatreonTo be a guest: https://bit.ly/beaguestonthatwillnevrworkpodcastBusiness Email: mchism@chismgroup.netBusiness Address: PO Box 460, Secane, PA 19018Subscribe to That Will Nevr Work Podcast:Spreaker: https://bit.ly/TWNWSpreakerSupport the channelPurchase our apparel: https://bit.ly/ThatWillNevrWorkPodcastapparel 

Economics power duo Jane Foley and Christian Lawrence return to give context to the first 100 days of the Trump administration, its impact on global economics, and the long-term impact of the US' changing relationship with the rest of the world.     Have a question, qualm, or story to tell, reach out via email: Bourcard.Nesin@rabobank.com Sign up to access our written research: RaboResearch sign-up   Note: The content and opinions presented within this podcast are not intended as investment advice, and the opinions rendered are that of the individuals and not Rabobank or its affiliates and should not be considered a solicitation or offer to sell or provide services.

Ben is the President and founder of OKRs.com. For those unfamiliar with this concept…OKRs stands for Objectives and Key Results. And Ben has more OKR coaching experience than anyone on the planet. He has literally helped thousands of leaders learn how OKRs are different than performance metrics and how to use them as a navigational tool…not just a management tool. In this episode, Ben shares stories from some of the most iconic companies in the world and how OKRs led to a massive transformation…and more importantly…how each of you can as well to create inflection points that change the trajectory of YOUR team. You can connect with Ben on LinkedIn here. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/benlamorte/) You can check out OKRs.com here (https://okrs.com/). You can check out Ben's “OKR Field Book Preview” here. (https://okrs.com/the-okrs-field-book-preview/) You can check out Ben's Approach to Implementing OKRs here. (https://okrs.com/coaching/okrs-coaching-remote-program/) For video excerpts of this and other episodes of the Sales Leadership Podcast, check out Sales Leadership United Here. (https://www.patreon.com/c/SalesLeadershipUnited) Be sure to check out the full video of this episode on our YouTube channel here.

In today's ever-evolving business landscape, organizations face diverse risks, including cyber risks, that can significantly affect their operations and overall prosperity. Aligning risk management strategies with organizational objectives is crucial for effectively mitigating these potential threats and fostering sustainable growth. Easier said than done. In this Say Easy, Do Hard segment, we discuss the challenges of aligning security and risk to the business, a topic we discuss often on the show. But this time, we do the hard part, by defining Objectives and Key Results aligned to Business Goals. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/bsw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-393

A CMO Confidential Interview with Jim Lecinski, Clinical Professor of Marketing at the Kellogg School of Management, two time author, and former Google VP. Jim discusses the need to teach both durable and perishable knowledge, the importance of faculty composition, why students should "sample" B-Schools, and how the Northwestern "House Design" keeps it ranked as the #1 marketing school. We go inside the Insomnia Cookies Case which uses GOST (Goals, Objectives, Strategy and Tactics) and 70/20/10 to train students on driving revenue, profit and market share. Tune in to hear why you shouldn't be a "Tumbleweed" and instead strive to "Meet the universe halfway."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Lee continues the series on Vision by sharing a powerful tool to focus your teams - Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). OKRs are a tool for building the intermediate range of goals that connect your long-term vision to your short-term actions. OKRs are a way to concentrate your team's collective impact on the few most vital, relevant, shared, and time sensitive aspects of your business. Lee briefly explains the history and then dives into the practical tips and tricks to make your Objectives clear, concise, and compelling. He helps leaders avoid getting stuck with the wording by giving specific syntax, sequence, and guidelines. He then describes the different kinds of Key Results, so you can quickly measure and assess your progress. He also provides tips for making these measurements helpful and at the right level. Additional Resources: Attend Unleashing Leaders University! Learn more about Unleashing Leaders Follow Unleashing Leaders on LinkedIn Connect with Lee on LinkedIn Follow Unleashing Leaders on FaceBook Follow Unleashing Leaders on Instagram Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: OKRs focus your team's impact on the vital few shared priorities. OKRs are not everything your team is doing. Only 1-3ish per level of an organization. Objectives are clear, concise, compelling, and directional statements of a destination or outcome. Leaders often get stuck focusing on the task or solution. Ask, "Why would we want that?" or "Who would benefit if we did that?" to get closer to the outcome. Powerful objectives are a single sentence with strong action verbs, a specific aspect of the business, a desirable outcome/impact, and often the primary customer/beneficiary. Key Results are quantifiable, indicators of progress. Set your KR targets with the end in mind. Don't wimp out by waiting for a baseline. Refresh OKRs quarterly or so to assess and adapt to changing priorities.