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What happens when an ordinary person becomes the first responder during a life-threatening emergency?In this episode of the ACT ASAP Podcast, Daniel Kilburn sits down with father-daughter team Brad Newbury and Kiera Newbury to discuss CPR preparedness, emergency response, the bystander effect, and the extraordinary ripple effects that can occur when a life is saved.Drawing upon decades of experience in fire service, EMS, emergency medicine, and education, Brad and Kiera share the inspiration behind their upcoming book, The Saved Effect: How Ordinary People Create Extraordinary Outcomes.During this conversation, we discuss:• Why most cardiac arrests occur at home• The importance of CPR preparedness for families• Situational awareness during emergencies• The psychology of the bystander effect• Why confidence comes from training and practice• How ordinary people can make extraordinary differences when seconds matterOne of the most powerful lessons from this discussion is that preparedness is not reserved for first responders. The person who saves a life is often a spouse, parent, friend, neighbor, or bystander who chose to prepare before the emergency occurred.If you have ever wondered whether you could make a difference during a crisis, this episode is for you.Preparedness Is Leadership.Additional Resources
In July 2013, I got suspended from my teaching job. At the time, it felt like my world was falling apart. I was separated from my wife, living in two houses, barely keeping myself alive, and earning £23,000 a year after leaving the Royal Marines as a Sergeant. And then I got suspended — for using the college's printer. In this episode, I share the full story of the one decision that changed the entire direction of my life. And the message is simple: whatever life you are living right now does not have to be the life you stay with. Inside this episode: •How I went from Royal Marines Sergeant to college teacher to suspended — in two years •The moment I sat at my desk and thought "this cannot be my life for the next 30 years" •The one decision that changed everything — and why I almost did not take it •What it feels like to walk out of a job with no plan, no business knowledge, and no idea what comes next •How I started with two fitness classes, six PT clients, and money borrowed from my mum •Why most men stay in lives they hate because they are too scared to make the move •The man running an eight-figure business who could not find ten minutes to take a call about himself •Where could you be in five years if you made the decision today? Anything is possible. But only if you make the decision. If you are ready to stop existing and start building, book a call with me here: https://link.coachmatic.app/widget/bookings/coaching-call-with-jt Let's get to work.
Everybody fails at some point. But what happens after? Pastor John C. Maxwell is bringing a message about famous failures, and what's possible on the other side of them. NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? You might be wondering what's next for you. We want to help! Check out these resources to discover what saying yes to Jesus means: https://go2.lc/podcastcommittochrist Get Ready For At The Movies Movies speak to our circumstances, connect us to one another, and inspire us to action. But there's more we can learn from them. During At the Movies, we'll look at films in a whole new way. It all starts this July! See what it's like: life.church/atthemovies Everybody fails at some point. But what happens after? Pastor John C. Maxwell is bringing a message about famous failures, and what's possible on the other side of them. NEXT STEPS Did you give your life to Jesus? We're celebrating with you! You're probably wondering what's next, and we're here to help. Start here: https://go2.lc/ytcommittochrist When you give to Life.Church, you're helping people around the world experience the love and hope of Christ. Learn more or consider giving at: https://go2.lc/youtubegiving ABOUT THIS MESSAGE Some of our most meaningful growth happens when we hear someone else's story. During Book Club, we'll get fresh insights and practical ideas for living with confidence and purpose. ABOUT LIFE.CHURCH Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.church Find locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/app/download FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/life.church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life.church TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifechurch YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@life.church CONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIG GROESCHEL YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/craiggroeschel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craiggroeschel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/35447748/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Everybody fails at some point. But what happens after? Pastor John C. Maxwell is bringing a message about famous failures, and what's possible on the other side of them.
The first spies saw Eretz Yisrael and collapsed into fear, but Yehoshua's spies entered Yericho and came back protected. Why were they sent in the disguise of kli cheres, plain pottery vessels with no real value beyond what they carry? Rabbi Prisman follows the Sfas Emes into a sharp question about mitzvos, motives, and the quiet danger of bringing your own agenda into Hashem's mission. And when a Shayetet 13 candidate stops in the water to put on tefillin, the idea suddenly becomes very real. What protection does a person find when he is willing to become only the vessel?
Leaders make lots of key decisions—but one decision can be the separator between leadership that sustains and leadership that thrives. In this week's episode, John reveals how the choice to be intentional transforms good leaders into great ones and empowers you to make a real difference. After his lesson, Mark Cole and Traci Morrow unpack the practical steps you can take to apply these principles in your own leadership. Key takeaways: Generational greatness demands intentional actions, a growth mindset, and a commitment to serving others. The best leaders shine their light in the darkest times by focusing on solutions and courageously solving problems rather than cursing the darkness. Daily disciplines, consistency, and a focus on adding value to people are what make a powerful leadership legacy possible. Our BONUS resource for this episode is the One Decision That Separates Good Leaders From Great Leaders Worksheet, which includes fill-in-the-blank notes from John's teaching. You can download the worksheet by visiting MaxwellPodcast.com/OneDecision and clicking "Download the Bonus Resource." Take the next step in your growth journey and become a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. Click here to speak with a Program Advisor today! References: Watch this episode on YouTube! Get the Every Day with Purpose online course for 75% off Apply this week's episode with other growth-minded leaders in the Maxwell Leadership Podcast Social Community Learn how to best put purpose behind your work with Jeff Henderson's Know What You're FOR Join the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team
What if the hardest season of your life is actually the doorway to becoming the strongest version of yourself you've ever met? In this conversation with Ken Rideout, I sat across from a man who has lived more lives than most people ever will. From growing up in chaos and addiction, to becoming a Wall Street trader, to falling deep into opioid addiction, and then rebuilding himself into one of the fastest marathon runners in the world over 50 years old. His story is not just about winning races. It is about becoming someone you can respect when no one else is watching. We got real about what it actually feels like to win. Not the highlight reel version, but the truth. Ken said something that stopped me in my tracks. Winning is not the explosion of joy people expect. It is relief. It is the quiet moment where you realize you endured something most people would have quit on. That hit me because it is exactly how success has felt in my own life too. We also went deep into identity. How do you build belief in yourself when you were not raised with it? Ken opened up about going from confidence as a kid, to losing himself in addiction, to rebuilding his identity through effort. Not talent. Not luck. Effort. He made it clear that the biggest lie people believe is that they have limits. That belief alone is what keeps most people stuck living a life far below what they are capable of. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is how his entire life changed from one decision. Getting sober. That single decision led him to running, which led him to discovering a level of greatness he never knew existed inside him. It is a reminder that you are one decision away from a completely different life. You do not need the whole plan. You just need to start. This episode is for you if you feel stuck, if you are battling something internally, or if you know deep down you are capable of more but have not tapped into it yet. Ken Rideout is living proof that your past does not define you. Your decisions do. Key Takeaways: Why winning rarely feels the way you expect and why relief is often the real reward The lie most people believe about their limitations and how it keeps them stuck How one decision can completely redirect the trajectory of your life Why effort will always outperform talent when sustained over time The difference between quitting and pushing through and how to know which is which How to rebuild your identity when you have lost belief in yourself Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at https://shopify.com/mylett
In a world where many claim that all religions ultimately lead to the same God, this message examines the claims, teachings, and foundations of Christianity and Islam through the lives of Jesus and Muhammad. Looking at Scripture, history, and the central message of each faith, we explore the critical question every person must answer: Who is Jesus? Join us as we consider two men, two messages, two destinies, and the one decision that impacts eternity. If this message encouraged or challenged you, be sure to like, share, subscribe, and leave a comment below.Scriptures Used:John 14:61 Peter 2:22Hebrews 4:15John 18:36John 15:13Matthew 28:19John 1:1, 141 Corinthians 15:3-4Ephesians 2:8-9Galatians 3:28Ephesians 5:25Galatians 1:82 Corinthians 111 Corinthians 10John 3:161 John 5:13Links:calvarymd.comcalvarymd.com/givefacebook.com/calvaryfrederick
Want 30 days of free done-for-you marketing from the agency we trust? Claim a (yes, actually) free 30-day trial with Gym Member Machine here: https://join.gymmembermachine.com/freeunicorns About Business for Unicorns Business for Unicorns helps gym owners and fitness studio operators build profitable, sustainable businesses without burning out. Founded by Mark Fisher and Michael Keeler —who built and sold the $34-million Mark Fisher Fitness —BFU provides coaching, mentorship, courses, and events for gym owners ready to grow revenue, systemize operations, and create more freedom in their lives. To learn more, check out businessforunicorns.com. Get More BFU In Your Life: Claim your FREE copy of Gym Marketing Secrets HERE Follow BFU on Instagram HERE Subscribe to MF's YouTube Channel HERE Ready to Grow Your Gym? If you're a gym owner with 30+ clients looking to add $5k-$10k/month in the next 90 days, book your FREE Brainstorm Call HERE.
With Ayatollah Khamenei's demise occurring hours into the war, the West anticipated a collapse of the Iranian regime and a popular uprising that never came to be. Is a ‘memorandum of understanding' the only thing preventing total escalation in the region? In this episode of One Decision, former MI6 Chief Sir Richard Dearlove and co-host journalist Kate McCann sit down with John Raine, Senior Adviser for Geopolitical Due Diligence for the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), to analyze the ripple effects of the war in Iran and what it will take to stabilize the Middle East. What is keeping a comprehensive peace deal off the table? How did Western intelligence miscalculate the IRGC's resilience? And where does this leave the rest of the Middle East? We also break down China's pledge to support Cuba's sovereignty, the 75th anniversary of the Cambridge Five espionage scandal, and the latest in the war in Ukraine, including China's role in training Russian soldiers and the opening of a museum in North Korea that memorializes the North Korean losses in the war. In this episode: 1:07 – Iran, Israel & Trump: The Middle East Crisis Explained 2:52 – Cuba, China, and US Spheres of Influence 6:23 – Cambridge Five: Cold War Spy Scandal Revisited 9:51 – Russia, North Korea, and Ukraine War Shifting 13:26 – Iran War: MOU vs. Formal Peace Deal Explained 16:55 – Why a Comprehensive Iran Deal Remains Out of Reach 22:41 – IRGC Resilience: How Iran's Regime Survived 29:08 – Who Has Influence Over Iran's IRGC? 33:51 – Israel's Military Objectives and Netanyahu's Agenda 39:36 – Gulf States' Vulnerability and Abraham Accords Future 45:26 – How Does the Iran Conflict End? Three Scenarios 49:47 – Sir Richard and Kate Discussion Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and journalist Kate McCann (Political Editor at Times Radio). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther break down the timing behind one key decision that helped protect a deal from rising interest rates during closing.They share how LSCRE locked the index for Preserve at Copper Springs near the bottom of the market before rates climbed higher, while also explaining the risks that come with locking ahead of closing.The discussion also covers how the war in Iran and shifts in the macro environment can impact multifamily financing and overall deal performance.Learn more about LSCRE at www.lscre.com
Are you trying to launch your AI initiatives from a messy lot instead of a launchpad?Most companies aren't struggling with AI integration, budgets, timelines, and activations because the technology is bad.They're struggling because the foundation underneath the technology is a hot mess. Their business foundation.In this episode, Dawn Andrews breaks down the invisible reason so many AI initiatives stall out after the demos, strategy meetings, and expensive vendor calls. Spoiler alert? The problem usually isn't the AI platform. It's the messy systems, undocumented workflows, scattered data, and unclear decision-making hiding underneath it all.This episode is your velvet-boot wake-up call if you're a founder or executive thinking:“Why are we spending all this money, and nothing is actually changing?”Because the rockets aren't the problem. The launchpad is. And once you understand that? Everything shifts.Want help navigating the messy middle of AI implementation without turning your company into an exhausted science experiment?Join the AI for Founders Community on LinkedIn, where Dawn hosts live office hours, practical conversations, and real-world AI strategy discussions for founders and executives who are building while the plane is flying.Because nobody needs another generic AI webinar. You need clarity that actually works in real businesses.Key TakeawaysAI implementation is not just a technology project, it's an operational clarity project.Most businesses are trying to automate workflows that only exist inside the founder's brain.Your shared drives, SOPs, client notes, and process documentation matter more than another AI subscription right now.Fast-moving founders often mistake preparation for “not making progress.”The leaders who prepare their runway now will dominate later.Resources & LinksJoin the AI for Founders Community on LinkedInDownload: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderRelated Episodes 165 | The System Your Business NEEDS to Stop the Bottleneck Before You Add Any Other System146 | The Delegation Mistake That's Keeping You Stuck Working 60 Hours a Week (+ The #1 AI Trick to Overcome It)128 | How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Being December's Bottleneck122 | The 4-Stage AI Process Female Founders Use to Stop Losing 10 Hours Each Week Answering Questions Their Team Should OwnSend us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.
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95 percent of global internet traffic travels through underwater fiber optic cables. They've never been more vulnerable. In this episode of One Decision, former MI6 Chief Sir Richard Dearlove and guest co-host Rosanna Lockwood are joined by journalist and author Samanth Subramanian. His latest book, The Web Beneath the Waves, is an investigation into the hidden infrastructure holding the world's economy together, and the growing threats to it. Subramanian's book, The Web Beneath the Waves, is an investigation Iran is threatening to levy tolls on cables running through the Strait of Hormuz. China is cutting cables in Taiwan's territorial waters using "fishing boats." Russia has been probing European undersea networks for years. And yet there's virtually no international legal framework to stop any of it. Links: The Web Beneath the Waves | Columbia Global Reports In this episode: 1:05 — Iran Nuclear Deal: Trump's Strategy 3:44 — US-China Summit: What Really Happened 6:10 — Putin Visits Xi: Russia's Anxiety 8:13 — CIA in Cuba: Economic Takeover Begins 11:17 — Israel's New Mossad Chief Explained 13:22 — Germany's BND Gets New Powers 17:52 — Undersea Cable Vulnerability Exposed 18:48 — How 95% of Internet Data Travels 32:58 — Can Cables Be Tapped Underwater? 38:54 — Deliberate Cable Attacks: Gray Zone War 45:04 — South China Sea: The Biggest Chokepoint 54:53 — One Decision: Future of the Internet 55:55 — Sir Richard and Rosanna Discussion Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and journalist Kate McCann (Political Editor at Times Radio). Rosanna Lockwood (International Journalist) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most podcasters spread themselves too thin and wonder why nothing compounds. Ross Stockdale spent six years building 30,000 downloads across three different shows. Then he made one decision, went all in on The Thunder Stock Show, and hit nearly 400,000 downloads in nine months. A former MMA cage fighter turned fractional CMO, Ross treats podcasting the way he trained for fights: every rep builds on the last one. In this episode of Podcasting Secrets with host Nathan Gwilliam, Ross shares Russell Brunson's advice to ignore analytics for the first 100 episodes, why he monetizes through guest referrals instead of sponsors, the three-stage growth framework that removed his mental fatigue, and the personal loss that taught him when to cancel a recording instead of forcing it. He also explains how podcasting can 40x a business's online presence without expensive production, and why pattern recognition matters more than natural talent for long-term growth. Want to stop spreading thin and start compounding your podcast growth? Pick one show, commit fully, and build the systems that make consistency sustainable. Share this episode with a podcaster who is running three projects and growing none of them. Subscribe and follow Podcasting Secrets on Apple, Spotify and YouTube for weekly strategies on growth, monetization, and building a podcast that actually moves your business. Follow, Like & Subscribe: StartFragment Podcasting Secrets: Website: https://podcastingsecrets.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcasting-secrets Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastingsecrets/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/poduppodcasting/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-secrets/id1726056241 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0edA45tyPxFRfiUmDxYSUj Nathan Gwilliam: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathangwilliam/ Ross Stockdale: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrossstockdale/Website: https://thunderstockmarketing.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderStockMarketingApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thunder-stock-show/id1656717958Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6bJd7N1FDPnUC30CcPZ6DY EndFragment
The Nurses Report on America Out Loud with Kimberly Overton, BSN, RN, BC-FMP – Kimberly talks with transformation coach John Roberson about mindset, discipline, identity, and sustainable change. Through John's 200-pound weight loss journey and Kimberly's training experience, they explore accountability, nutrition, fitness, emotional healing, and the daily habits that help people rebuild their lives with resilience and purpose...
The Nurses Report on America Out Loud with Kimberly Overton, BSN, RN, BC-FMP – Kimberly talks with transformation coach John Roberson about mindset, discipline, identity, and sustainable change. Through John's 200-pound weight loss journey and Kimberly's training experience, they explore accountability, nutrition, fitness, emotional healing, and the daily habits that help people rebuild their lives with resilience and purpose...
Richard Allen's appeal is fully briefed. The reply brief landed at the end of April. The motion for oral arguments was filed behind it. The State of Indiana has not joined that motion. Three judges at the Indiana Court of Appeals are now reading the full record with no further paper coming.This is the procedural posture that determines whether the Delphi conviction survives. Not a press conference. Not a public statement. Three judges, the written record, and a decision waiting to be made.The defense is asking to be in the room. The State would clearly rather the panel decide on paper alone. That is the first signal. The second is the de novo review on the search warrant — the one issue in the appeal where the appellate panel owes no deference to Judge Fran Gull, and where a ruling against the State would erase the .40-caliber pistol from this case and any retrial forever.Defense attorney Bob Motta joins Tony Brueski for Part Three of a three-part panel on the Delphi appeal. They walk through the strategic geometry of a fully briefed case. They examine what it means that Richard Allen is sitting in an Oklahoma prison for safekeeping while three judges in Indianapolis read the record that put him there. They sit with the forced choice in front of the panel — rule narrowly and let the State retry the case with all of its evidence intact, or rule broadly on the warrant and take the State's strongest piece of physical evidence off the board forever.Three judges. No more paper. A decision waiting to happen. This is the room where Delphi gets decided.LINKS:Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodDISCLAIMER:This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.HASHTAGS:#RichardAllen #DelphiMurders #DelphiAppeal #IndianaCourtOfAppeals #BobMotta #TrueCrimeToday #OralArguments #AbbyAndLibby #SearchWarrant #TrueCrime
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Discover the powerful moment you stop letting circumstances control you and choose yourself instead. In this transformative spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak shares mindset shifts, awareness practices, and subconscious reprogramming tools to help you reclaim your power, build self worth, and respond with clarity and strength. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/
She helped advisors make the move for two decades. Then she had to make it herself. A headhunter called. Shannon said she would do a five minute call just to give a name. Several months later she was the new president of Ozark. This is not a story about being unhappy. Shannon loved Raymond James, still does and is still a shareholder. This is a story about a harder kind of decision: the one where everything is fine and something still pulls you toward more. The turning point came from advice she had already given her own daughter. Kaylee got into the Naval Academy while her friends headed to Florida State. Shannon told her: if you don't try this, you will be my age wondering what if. That same question came back when she was sitting with her own decision about Ozark. Now she is leading a firm that calls itself a four billion dollar startup. Ozark completed its Journey to One consolidation last summer, meaning it has only operated as a single unified firm for nine months. It is multicustodial, working with BNY, NFS, Schwab, and Investnet. And it is building a platform it describes as adaptable, designed to put new tools in front of advisors fast, including AI tools already in use across the firm. Frank and Shannon also get into what AI actually means for advisors. Not that it will replace them, but that advisors who use AI will pull ahead of those who do not. The advisor of the future will manage AI the way today's advisor manages a team of managers. And the thing that will matter most in that world is the one thing AI still cannot replicate: a real human being picking up the phone. Questions answered in this episode include: How do you walk away from a firm you genuinely love after 22 years? What is the mental exercise that helped Shannon finally decide to join Ozark? Why did Ozark describe itself as a four billion dollar startup? What does multicustodial really mean for an advisor trying to grow their practice? How is AI changing the day to day work of a financial advisor? Will AI replace financial advisors? What does it look like for a firm to build a platform for the future rather than just the present? Chapters: 1:00 - Introduction: Shannon Reid, President of Ozark 3:01 - The Conversation That Started Everything 6:44 - What If You Never Try 9:41 - Ozark: A $4 Billion Startup 11:03 - Journey to One and What Comes Next 14:29 - The Multicustodial Advantage 18:35 - AI and the Future of the Financial Advisor Learn more about Elite and our resources: Elite Consulting Partners | Financial Advisor Transitions https://eliteconsultingpartners.com Elite Marketing Concepts | Marketing Services for Financial Advisors https://elitemarketingconcepts.com Elite Advisor Successions | Advisor Mergers and Acquisitions https://eliteadvisorsuccessions.com JEDI Database Solutions | Technology Solutions for Advisors https://jedidatabasesolutions.com Elite Wealth Management Insights Report https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/insight-report Listen to more Advisor Talk episodes https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/podcasts/
There's one thing separating the top producers in real estate and mortgage from everyone else right now — and most people aren't willing to hear it. We break down a powerful insight from Harvard Business Review and connect it directly to what's happening in our industry right now. If you're a loan officer, realtor, or leader in this business, this episode will challenge the way you think about performance, culture, and what it actually takes to win in a volatile market. Watch this one. Share it with your team. It might be the most important 5 minutes of your week.
In this episode, we break down THE PLACE BEYOND THE PINES — the wild crime drama that tells a generational story about consequences, legacy, and the ripple effect of a single decision. We dive into how the film is structured in distinct chapters, each shifting perspective while staying connected through its characters and themes.We analyze Ryan Gosling and Bradley Cooper's performances, the emotional weight behind their choices, and how those decisions shape the lives of the next generation. The film explores fatherhood, identity, and the long-term impact of actions in a way that feels grounded and real.From its unexpected narrative shifts to its heavy emotional payoff, The Place Beyond the Pines is a movie that stays with you long after it ends — and we break down exactly why it works so well.Chapters:00:00 Announcements1:37 Kade's first impression8:51 Ryan Gosling & the bank robbery scenes17:54 That first watch is unforgiving21:33 Bradley Cooper 25:28 The worst character in this movie30:12 "I don't wanna pretend anymore"32:27 The most intense horrible scene to watch43:47 Crazy behind the scene stories50:25 How's this ending feel?58:11 More crazy stories from on set59:59 A great detail in this movie & callbacks1:12:36 Cue the music
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05/03/2026 Jacob Kim Esther 4 Esther Agrees to Help the Jews 4 When Mordecai learned all that had been done, Mordecai tore his clothes and put on sackcloth and ashes, and went out into the midst of the city, and he cried out with a loud and bitter cry. 2 He went up to the entrance of the king's gate, for no one was allowed to enter the king's gate clothed in sackcloth. 3 And in every province, wherever the king's command and his decree reached, there was great mourning among the Jews, with fasting and weeping and lamenting, and many of them lay in sackcloth and ashes. 4 When Esther's young women and her eunuchs came and told her, the queen was deeply distressed. She sent garments to clothe Mordecai, so that he might take off his sackcloth, but he would not accept them. 5 Then Esther called for Hathach, one of the king's eunuchs, who had been appointed to attend her, and ordered him to go to Mordecai to learn what this was and why it was. 6 Hathach went out to Mordecai in the open square of the city in front of the king's gate, 7 and Mordecai told him all that had happened to him, and the exact sum of money that Haman had promised to pay into the king's treasuries for the destruction of the Jews. 8 Mordecai also gave him a copy of the written decree issued in Susa for their destruction,[a] that he might show it to Esther and explain it to her and command her to go to the king to beg his favor and plead with him[b] on behalf of her people. 9 And Hathach went and told Esther what Mordecai had said. 10 Then Esther spoke to Hathach and commanded him to go to Mordecai and say, 11 “All the king's servants and the people of the king's provinces know that if any man or woman goes to the king inside the inner court without being called, there is but one law—to be put to death, except the one to whom the king holds out the golden scepter so that he may live. But as for me, I have not been called to come in to the king these thirty days.” 12 And they told Mordecai what Esther had said. 13 Then Mordecai told them to reply to Esther, “Do not think to yourself that in the king's palace you will escape any more than all the other Jews. 14 For if you keep silent at this time, relief and deliverance will rise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father's house will perish. And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” 15 Then Esther told them to reply to Mordecai, 16 “Go, gather all the Jews to be found in Susa, and hold a fast on my behalf, and do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. I and my young women will also fast as you do. Then I will go to the king, though it is against the law, and if I perish, I perish.”[c] 17 Mordecai then went away and did everything as Esther had ordered him.
This week is the week that determines what your business runs on for the next five months - and most founders will walk straight through it without knowing what they walked through. On Wednesday 6th May, Pluto stations retrograde at five degrees of Aquarius, ending the visible forward-moving phase that's been running since last October and beginning a five-month underground phase that runs to mid-October. What you commit to before Wednesday is what you're building on for the rest of Q2 and most of Q3. What you push externally after Wednesday will keep getting pulled inward, no matter how hard you try to move it. In this week's CEO Brief, we're walking through the architecture of the week day by day, including: The Tuesday move that determines whether the rest of the week holds (and the before-lunch deadline that protects it) Why Mars-Jupiter on Tuesday will make every new opportunity look like THE opportunity (and how to tell the difference between expansion and overreach) The Pluto station release on Wednesday - what to put down, what to send, what to close Bank Holiday Monday's containment move (ten minutes, fits around the kids, sets up the rest of the week) Departmental check-ins for Fire, Earth, Air, Water-— the specific trap each element will hit and the move that protects it The card pull for the week, and why what you commit to is probably already in your line of sight This is operational instruction for established female founders building businesses that hold - not horoscopes, not insights, an operating brief. If you want the link to the free masterclass on building your business operating system from your chart - daily, weekly, seasonally, all year - DM me REWIRED on Instagram (@hollybrayceo) and I'll add you to the early access list personally: https://www.instagram.com/hollybrayceo/ ...
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On this Make A Difference Minute, I talk with Marci Prescott of the Alabama Kidney Foundation about how it all began. What started with one patient considering stopping dialysis due to financial burden led William Rowe to take action. His response created a mission that continues today, providing financial assistance, education, and support to kidney patients across Alabama. This story is a reminder that one moment, one decision to help, can grow into something that impacts countless lives. This MADM is brought to you by Singing River Dentistry, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️
Michael Jordan earned about $90 million from his entire NBA career. Last year alone, he made $300 million — almost all of it from Nike, because of one clause his mom pushed for before he ever played a pro game: a 25% royalty on any shoe sold with his likeness. In this episode, Ray breaks down three decisions that dwarfed entire careers — Jordan's royalty, Bill Gates' non-exclusive license on QDOS that built Microsoft, and George Lucas trading $500K of his directing fee for Star Wars merchandising rights. The pattern isn't luck. These decisions never announce themselves as the big one — and most founders miss them because they're too buried in small stuff to notice.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How Jordan's mom turned a $2.5M shoe deal into a multi-billion dollar empire — and the one-line carve-out Bill Gates used to build MicrosoftWhy decision fatigue on small stuff is costing you the decisions that actually move the needleHow to create the headspace required to recognize high-leverage moments when they show up//Welcome to The Ray J. Green Show, your destination for tips on sales, strategy, and self-mastery from an operator, not a guru.About Ray:→ Former Managing Director of National Small & Midsize Business at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where he doubled revenue per sale in fundraising, led the first increase in SMB membership, co-built a national Mid-Market sales channel, and more.→ Former CEO operator for several investor groups where he led turnarounds of recently acquired small businesses.→ Current founder of MSP Sales Partners, where we currently help IT companies scale sales: www.MSPSalesPartners.com→ Current Sales & Sales Management Expert in Residence at the world's largest IT business mastermind.→ Current Managing Partner of Repeatable Revenue Ventures, where we scale B2B companies we have equity in: www.RayJGreen.com//Follow Ray on:YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
Most men are not stuck because they lack ability. They are stuck because they avoid decisions. Hard decisions. Uncomfortable decisions. The decisions that actually move life forward. In this episode, I break down the one trait that separates the men who build powerful, aligned lives… and the men who stay frustrated, reactive, and stuck. Decision making. Not when it is easy. Not when everything is going well. But when it is hard. When it hurts. When there is risk. Inside this episode: • The real reason some men move forward and others stay stuck • How one decision can completely change the direction of your life • Why your current situation is a result of past decisions • The dangerous trap of avoiding responsibility • What it actually takes to rebuild after rock bottom • Why getting back up matters more than never falling • The link between decision making and identity This is not about motivation. This is about ownership. Because every version of your life comes from a decision you made… or avoided. And the truth is this: You are not far away. You are just one decision away. If you are ready to stop drifting, take control, and reset your direction… Join the 5 Day Mission Reset: https://consulting.boardmanjames.com/5daymissionresetdetails Let's get to work.
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You can build a successful company and still be the biggest thing holding it back. In this episode, Scott shares the night he finally admitted he'd taken his company as far as he could on his own, the decision that changed everything, and why the environment you operate in determines the ceiling you operate under. If effort alone has stopped moving the needle, the problem isn't how hard you're working, it's the room you're working in.Topics discussed:Why success can quietly make you the bottleneck (00:32)The habits that build a company don't scale one (03:51)The late night that forced an honest admission (04:43)Why he registered for Tony Robbins Business Mastery (06:23)What happens when you're finally in the right room (07:04)How COVID sparked the first Fourth Box sessions (08:55)The 13-leader retreat that started it all (10:51)Effort vs. environment - the real differentiator (13:26)Why your current room is either expanding or capping you (15:08)You don't outgrow a ceiling by working harder inside it (17:16)Download the same Leadership Workbook used by elite business leaders inside Business Bourbon & Cigars: https://application.meplusultra.com/bbc-workbookApply for the Me Plus Ultra Mastermind to connect with elite entrepreneurs who solve real problems together: https://MePlusUltra.comSubscribe so you don't miss any episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3SN2fHnSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/74bfJL9J2fjevQEvi17ekUYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MePlusUltraNetwork/Connect with Me Plus Ultra:https://www.instagram.com/me_plus_ultra/https://www.facebook.com/MePlusUltra/https://www.facebook.com/groups/1011061052968028/https://x.com/Me_Plus_Ultra/Connect with Scott Joseph:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ScottJosephhttps://www.instagram.com/scotttjoseph/https://www.facebook.com/ScottTJoseph/https://x.com/ScottTJoseph1This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com
What if success isn't what you've been taught?In this episode of Walk In Victory, NaRon Tillman sits down with Jim Sabellico to challenge the traditional definition of success — and rebuild it from the inside out.After a defining moment—walking into his son's half-finished birthday celebration—Jim realized that external wins were masking internal loss.This conversation explores the shift from chasing outcomes… to cultivating presence.Inside this episode:Why success must be defined internally, not by the scoreboardThe hidden cost of achievement without alignmentHow one moment can reset your entire life trajectoryThe discipline of making one aligned decision at a timeCommunication as a foundation for both business and relationshipsEmotional intelligence and the ability to “feel without becoming”Why consistency is not perfection — but commitmentThe role of self-talk in shaping your realityThis is not about abandoning ambition. It's about anchoring ambition in awareness. Because the life you're building externally…Inside this episode:Why success must be defined internally, not by the scoreboardThe hidden cost of achievement without alignmentHow one moment can reset your entire life trajectoryThe discipline of making one aligned decision at a timeCommunication as a foundation for both business and relationshipsEmotional intelligence and the ability to “feel without becoming”Why consistency is not perfection — but commitmentThe role of self-talk in shaping your realityThis is not about abandoning ambition. It's about anchoring ambition in awareness. Because the life you're building externally…must be able to hold you internally.⏱ Episode Timeline00:00 – Introduction: What Is Real Success?02:00 – Breaking the Scoreboard Mentality03:00 – Defining Success as Internal Alignment05:00 – The Wake-Up Call: Missing a Son's Birthday07:00 – When Achievement Masks Broken Priorities08:30 – Finding a “Picture of Possibility”10:00 – The Entrepreneur's Trap: Providing vs Being Present11:30 – Two Keys: Small Steps + Communication13:00 – The Power of Clear Communication15:00 – The 4 Levels of Communication (Deep Breakdown)16:30 – How Inner Work Transforms Business Results18:00 – Consistency vs Emotional Instability19:30 – Managing Anger and Emotional Spillover20:30 – Feeling Without Becoming the Emotion22:00 – Why Growth Requires Discomfort23:30 – The Danger of Winning Too Easily24:30 – Self-Talk and Internal Narratives25:30 – Choosing Joy and Rewriting Identity27:00 – Building Support Systems That Sustain Growth28:30 – One Decision a Day Framework29:30 – Closing: Walking in VictoryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/walk-in-victory--4078479/support.
Embracing Growth: How Out-of-Comfort-Zone Experiences Transform Lives In this episode, Luke invites his sisters Caroline and Christine to share their transformative journeys of stepping outside their comfort zones. They discuss the power of mindset, healing past traumas, and embracing change to create a life filled with confidence, purpose, and fulfillment. Main Topics: The role of stepping out of your comfort zone in personal growth and achievement Overcoming limiting beliefs and past traumas to unlock potential Building self-confidence through community, support, and consistent practice The importance of aligning with your true self and making empowering decisions Success stories from clients who transformed their lives through the Superpower Mastermind The future vision for Luke Mind Power brand and community expansion Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome and introductions: Luke's sisters Caroline and Christine share their journeys 02:21 – Overcoming fears of others' opinions: Key for life-changing decisions 03:45 – The significance of saying yes to oneself and breaking limiting beliefs 06:02 – The supportive environment of the community and its impact on healing trauma 07:50 – Inside the coaching programs: Healed pasts, gaining confidence, and self-love 09:17 – How personal growth led Caroline to pursue higher education and a new career 12:06 – The power of sharing your story and vulnerability in building confidence 14:50 – The importance of reflection, journaling, and shifting mindset through exercises 16:30 – Success stories: Clients who became coaches, traveled, and embraced new adventures 20:03 – The excitement of building a global coaching community and future plans 27:16 – The impact of flexible work-life balance and travel opportunities 33:09 – Breakthroughs: How clients have overcome fears and transformed their identities 36:24 – The importance of consistency and perseverance in healing and growth 44:50 – Recognizing the influence of environment and relationships on self-belief 50:25 – Recognizing when it's time to leave toxic relationships for personal peace 54:55 – Overcoming fears of childbirth and trusting your body and support system 62:44 – How the power of collective energy enhances in-person events and retreats 66:24 – Encouragement to stop running from pain and start healing through community 70:00 – Future visions: Expanding in stages, including large-scale events and family involvement 75:15 – The significance of investing in yourself and viewing life as a continuous learning journey Resources & Links: Book a Brainstorm Discovery Call for the Superpower Mastermind Program Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Meet Sabine(Speaker and Communication Expert)Sabine Kvenberg is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, and founder of Impact Communication Coaching. Known as The Storytelling Dame, she helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and teams master The Invisible Stage™—the unseen moments of preparation and everyday conversations where influence is won or lost. Drawing from her 30+ years as an actress, director, and performing arts school founder, Sabine blends performance and business expertise to teach audiences how to speak with confidence, craft unforgettable stories, and connect with lasting impact.Today she helps entrepreneurs and business professionals improve their communication skills and become empowered so they can grow their businesses and transform lives.With decades of experience working with people from all walks of life to overcome their fear of public speaking she is now helping business put their business into the spotlight by mastering their presentation skills and eradicate the public speaking jitters.You can preorder Sabine's new book, Gumption with a release date of August 4th. Go to your local Barnes & Noble or your favorite bookstore. Once you have preordered her book, send Sabine a screenshot of your receipt at sabine@ sabinekvenberg.com. Sabine will then send you access to the advance readers copy so you can start reading it immediately. www.sabinekvenberg.comPodcast NotesSabine shared her personal story of meeting her husband Michael in Germany after completing work in the United States, and how they eventually settled in the US to start their own business in the entertainment industry. She discussed her journey into book writing, starting with "Secrets on How to Succeed in Showbiz" based on insights from working with aspiring performers, and later writing "Unlock Your Full Potential" which included practical action steps after each chapter. The conversation concluded with both participants sharing how they were inspired by motivational speakers like Zig Ziglar to pursue their respective goals of public speaking and writing.Sabine shared her journey of writing a memoir inspired by a publisher's feedback at PodFest, completing it within 12 months. Terry expressed appreciation for the book's storytelling and shared personal experiences, including her own recent move and the opportunities available to baby boomers through modern technology. Both discussed the importance of believing in oneself and pursuing new opportunities, regardless of age.Terry and Sabine discussed the importance of pursuing one's passions and goals at any age, emphasizing that it's never too late to start something new. They shared personal experiences of following their dreams, with Terry starting her podcast at 70 and Sabine transitioning from a claim adjuster to an author. Sabine announced the official release date of her book on August 4th and offered listeners a chance to pre-order and receive an advanced reader's copy. She also mentioned plans for a documentary about the authoring process and invited listeners to join her YouTube channel for an upcoming interview with Terry.Terry and Sabine discussed Sabine's new book, which Terry described as inspirational and fun to read, encouraging listeners to pre-order it and attend upcoming book signings. Terry shared her own experience of starting a podcast after recovering from cancer, emphasizing the importance of mindset and finding opportunities in challenging situations. They also discussed Sabine's podcast and potential future collaborations, including a possible live stream and a separate conversation about Sabine's experiences.Connect with Host Terry LohrbeerIf you are a Boomer and feel you would make a great guest please email Terry with your bio and any other info you would like to share at: terry@kickassboo
Cuba is running out of fuel, its economy is in ruins, and 2 million of its citizens have already fled. Is the communist regime finally at its breaking point? Sir Richard Dearlove and Kate McCann sit down with Brian Latell, PhD, a 35-year CIA veteran and the agency's top Cuba and Latin America analyst. They assess whether the government can survive Trump's fuel embargo, what a transition would actually look like, and why Marco Rubio's approach may be more measured than his rhetoric suggests. In this episode: 04:19 US-Cuba Relations 10:25 Risks of Squeezing Cuba Too Hard 13:03 Can the Regime Collapse Peacefully 18:03 Who Holds Power in Havana 23:02 Intelligence Files and Biosecurity Fears 27:31 Rebuilding Cuba and Diaspora Role 29:35 What Drives Marco Rubio 31:08 One Decision to Watch Next Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and Kate McCann (Political Editor at Times Radio). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
More from Eddie Pinero:Wear the message: www.agns.lifestyleAG/NS Academy: agnsacademy.comThere are small decisions you make every day that don't feel important.Taking the easier path. Skipping the extra effort. Going with what everyone else is doing. But over time… those small choices shape who you become.In this video, Eddie explores the idea that success, discipline, and identity aren't built in big moments, but in the quiet, repeated decisions no one sees. The choice to keep going. The choice to show up. The choice to take the stairs when it would be easier not to.This is a motivational speech about consistency, mindset, personal growth, and how daily habits and small actions compound over time to create real change.Because the truth is: You don't become someone overnight. You become someone through repetition. Through the choices you make when it doesn't feel like it matters. And eventually…Those choices stop feeling like decisions. They become who you are.Business Inquiries - http://www.yourworldwithin.com/contact#liveinspired #yourworldwithin #motivation
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview Tony award-winning Broadway producer Ken Davenport, Dominic Forth from Thought Leaders of America and The TV Bookers and Stacey Iltis and Kari Schroeter from Fly Dance Fitness®. Tony Award–winning Broadway producer Ken Davenport reveals how raising over $100 million for shows mirrors venture capital, why even the most talented teams can't guarantee success, and how audience demand ultimately decides every winner and flop. You'll learn how entrepreneurs can navigate uncertainty, bounce back from failure, think ahead of shifting markets, and use bold, unconventional marketing to stand out. Read more at: https://kendavenport.com/ Dominic Forth is the CEO of Thought Leaders of America and founder of The TV Bookers, companies built around one core promise: get founders, CEOs, and thought leaders featured on major national media — or it's free. His mission is simple but powerful: help experts stop chasing credibility and start owning authority. Read more at: https://www.thoughtleadersamerica.com/ and at: https://www.thetvbookers.com/ Stacey Iltis (CEO) and Kari Schroeter (COO) are the powerhouse duo behind Fly Dance Fitness®, a rapidly growing, female-founded dance fitness franchise built on the belief that fitness should feel like a celebration. Their mission transcends beyond just workouts — it's about creating an experience every time someone walks through the doors. Read more at: https://www.flydancefitness.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today's evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Pushing Yourself to Profits(00:00:21) - Passage to Profit(00:01:32) - The One Decision That Changed the Direction of My Business(00:04:10) - What Was the Most Transformative Moment in Your Business?(00:06:16) - Sarasota Franchise: The Decision to Franchise(00:08:35) - What is the One Decision that Transformed Your Business?(00:09:57) - Broadway's Risky Investing(00:11:09) - What Makes a Broadway Show a Hit?(00:13:56) - In the Elevator With Joy Mangano(00:14:51) - Does a Successful Movie Make an Off-Broadway Musical?(00:17:39) - The New Yorkers: Broadway's Failure(00:19:07) - What Do Investors Look For In Broadway Investing?(00:20:27) - Have You Asked the Board For Input?(00:21:20) - In the Elevator With Tony Shalves(00:23:06) - Car Shield(00:24:11) - Better health insurance for you and your family(00:25:12) - Passing to Profit: Ken Davenport's Marketing Style(00:31:14) - Ken Deshaaney on His Legacy(00:33:12) - AI Use Cases for Business Owners Roundtable(00:34:10) - How We're Using AI in Our Business(00:39:00) - Debt Relief for Divorce and More(00:41:22) - Why Businesses Should Double Down on Innovation and Patents(00:44:03) - Dominic Forth(00:46:43) - The 3 Rules of a Great Story(00:50:03) - How to Overcome Fear During Acting(00:53:07) - How To Get Your Clients On TV(00:54:50) - Have Medical Contributors Got a Shot on National TV?(00:56:45) - Are Podcasts More persuasive than News?(00:57:49) - Podcast and Television(01:02:49) - Fly Dancer Fitness Franchise(01:06:29) - What Made It So Special For Our Class?(01:08:21) - The Dance Company:(01:10:52) - How Fly Dance Fitness Became A Franchise Company(01:15:16) - Ken Davenport(01:16:21) - Dominic Fourth(01:17:32) - Stacey Ultitz on Her Secret to Success(01:18:03) - Richard Gearhart and Carrie Schroeder
Call center entrepreneur Richard Blank joins Doug Utberg to unpack what it really takes to build—and survive—25 years in one of the most volatile industries in business.This isn't a clean success story. It's a conversation about attrition, lost clients, rebuilding from zero, and making the decision to keep going when quitting would be easier.Richard shares how he built a call center in Costa Rica from scratch, scaling through secondhand infrastructure, constant turnover, and unpredictable clients. From losing employees overnight to watching deals collapse, he explains why resilience in people-driven businesses isn't optional—it's the business model.They explore the mechanics behind churn, the reality of outbound calling in a world that claims it's “dead,” and how systems—not luck—create stability over time. The conversation also dives into leadership philosophy: why promoting from within builds stronger teams, how empathy becomes a competitive advantage, and why transparency with clients prevents bigger failures later.At its core, this episode is about a single defining moment: choosing to continue when everything suggests you should stop. Because long-term success isn't built on avoiding setbacks—it's built on surviving them.TL;DR* Every business with people has churn—plan for it or fail* Outbound calling isn't dead, but it demands higher skill* Systems reduce chaos, but never eliminate it* Promoting from within builds trust and long-term stability* Transparency with clients prevents downstream failure* Resilience is built through repetition, not motivation* The hardest moment is deciding whether to continueMemorable Lines* “It's two steps forward and three steps back—but still forward.”* “You need to buy 30 seconds—no one gives you 10 minutes.”* “If you never get past the pitch, you never get to pitch.”* “You can lose money and recover—but losing self-respect is different.”* “Don't drown trying to save someone who won't swim.”GuestRichard Blank — Call center founder and operator25+ years building and scaling a Costa Rica–based call center in a high-churn, high-competition industry. Known for his focus on culture, internal growth, and long-term client relationships.
This episode almost didn't happen.Not because there wasn't something to say - but because I caught myself doing the very thing I've spent years helping women stop doing: performing instead of living.A five-hour drive home from Maine turned into a much bigger wake-up call about agency, perception, and the quiet ways we abandon our own needs.This conversation is raw, real-time reflection - the kind that happens when you notice your own patterns and decide you're done with them.Because before renewal comes something else: shedding.And sometimes the thing we need to shed most is the pressure we put on ourselves.How many times have you said to yourself “I'll just do it?” It sounds harmless. Responsible, even. But over time, those small moments of self-abandonment add up - and they quietly pull you away from the life you say you want to live.If you're entering a new season of your life…What are you no longer willing to do?What habits, obligations, or patterns are you carrying simply because you always have?Because the life you want to create - the one where you truly thrive - requires space.And sometimes the most powerful move you can make is simply stopping something that no longer serves you.A gentle reminder for you, Thrivesters…Thriving means:• Living in full alignment with your values• Setting boundaries that protect your energy• Honoring your truth without apology• Creating rituals that sustain you• Knowing exactly what you need to live your best lifeAnd sometimes the hardest boundaries to set are the ones we set with ourselves.Now go thrive like you mean it.
Send a textThe swing that wins on a showcase doesn't always win with two strikes and a runner on second. We sat down with Cloverleaf head coach Aaron DeBord to unpack how to build hitters who make better in-game decisions, how to train under pressure, and how to align high school and travel programs so players stop living between two philosophies and start thriving.We start with trust: Aaron meets seniors first, invites the whole community—not just parents—and then backs it up with consistent actions, from weight room structure to daily positive messages. That culture shift unlocks buy-in and sharper focus when it matters. From there, we dig into what actually translates for hitters: hunting the right pitch by count, using launch angle and exit velocity as tools rather than goals, and adjusting the swing to the moment to move runners and win innings.On the tactical side, Aaron breaks down his aggressive identity—taking the extra 90, first-to-third pressure, and live baserunning reps that force outfielders and catchers to execute. His upgrade to the 21-outs drill, swapping sides within eight seconds after errors, injects game tempo and accountability. We also tackle the hardest dugout call in baseball: when to pull your ace in a must-win. Aaron shares real tournament moments, why he empowers his pitching coach, and how trusting a pitcher's honesty can guide the decision. The takeaway is simple and hard: pitching drives outcomes, defense must make routine plays routine, and you can manufacture enough offense if you compete in the zone.We close by rethinking parent relationships with transparency—open rubrics, open practices, open lines—so families become allies, not obstacles. Along the way, Aaron's Mount Rushmore nods to Ken Griffey, Manny Ramirez, Tony Gwynn, and the chess master Greg Maddux, reminding us that feel, discipline, and anticipation still separate great players. If you're a coach, parent, or player who cares about real development and smarter in-game choices, this one will sharpen your approach from the first pitch to the last decision.If you enjoyed this conversation, follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with a coach or baseball parent who'll use it on the field tomorrow.Support the show Follow: X | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast Website - https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor: The Netting Professionals https://www.nettingpros.com
Nobody decided to build a human-optional workflow — they just kept making reasonable procurement decisions, task by task, until the human became optional across hiring, contracting, finance, and security operations. Sean Martin traces what organizations have actually assembled, where accountability lives when it goes wrong, and why the regulatory window for getting ahead of it is closing faster than most leaders realize. In this edition of Lens Four, Sean Martin looks at the agentic AI landscape through three lenses — programs, innovation, and messaging — to connect the signals that matter.
Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed to succeed his father as Supreme Leader of Iran. What now? Former UK Defence Secretary Sir Ben Wallace, who spent eight years as Chairman of the British–Iran Parliamentary Group, views this as a doubling down on defiance. Former MI6 Chief Sir Richard Dearlove and international journalist Rosanna Lockwood break down the rationale behind why the IRGC is vested in maintaining the status quo, the growing rift between the United States's strategy and Gulf States Allies, and whether or not the United States and Israel have a viable endgame.Plus: Already at $100 per barrel, how high will the price of oil climb? What impact will the conflict in Iran have on European security and economies? Are Russia and China giving Iran an intelligence edge? In this episode: 01:10 Succession in Tehran 02:56 The IRGC as a Business Cartel 04:10 The Gulf States' Perspective 06:55 UAE Business Backlash 10:26 Insurance and War Risk Shock 14:10 Shahi Drones and Escalation Risks 17:51 EU and UK Economic Hit 19:33 UK Politics and Social Tensions 21:38 One Decision to Watch Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief), Sir Ben Wallace (former UK Defence Secretary) and guest co-host Rosanna Lockwood (International Journalist) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leila Hormozi went from six arrests in 18 months to building a portfolio generating over $250 million in annual revenue by age 30. What makes her story fascinating isn't just the rags-to-riches narrative—it's her unflinching honesty about the messy middle, her unconventional approach to leadership, and how she scales companies with ruthless precision while maintaining her humanity. Alongside her husband Alex, Leila has become one of the most respected operators in the business world, and in this conversation, she holds nothing back. In this interview, the co-founder of Acquisitions.com breaks down the exact moment her father's words saved her life and sparked a complete transformation, why pain—not discipline—is the real driver of massive change, and her framework for hiring and building lean, high-performing teams that punch way above their weight. What you'll learn in this interview: • The exact moment Leila's father's words sparked her complete transformation • Why pain, not discipline, is the real driver of massive life change • How she went from arrested six times to building a $250M+ portfolio by 30 • Her framework for hiring and building lean, high-performing teams • The truth about building a business partnership with your spouse • Why most people misunderstand what they see on social media • How to make decisions about what to outsource versus keep in-house • Why she believes in being a "multidimensional" leader • The importance of asking "What does my life look like if I don't change?" If you're trying to transform your life, build a high-performing team, or understand what it really takes to scale a business to nine figures, this conversation will fundamentally change how you think about personal transformation, leadership, and operational excellence. SAVE 50% ON OMNISEND FOR 3 MONTHS Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend with the code FOUNDR50. Just head to https://your.omnisend.com/foundr to get started. HOW WE CAN HELP YOU SCALE YOUR BUSINESS FASTER Learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+ Start your $1 trial → https://www.foundr.com/startdollartrial PREFER A CUSTOM ROADMAP AND 1-ON-1 COACHING? → Starting from scratch? Apply here → https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-start-application → Already have a store? Apply here → https://foundr.com/pages/coaching-growth-application CONNECT WITH NATHAN CHAN Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nathanchan LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhchan/ CONNECT WITH LEILA HORMOZI Instagram →https://www.instagram.com/leilahormozi/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/leilahormozi/ Website → https://acquisition.com/ FOLLOW FOUNDR FOR MORE BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES YouTube → https://bit.ly/2uyvzdt Website → https://www.foundr.com Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/foundr/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/foundr Twitter → https://www.twitter.com/foundr LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundr/ Podcast → https://www.foundr.com/podcast
Today sis, let's time travel! I want to take you into the grocery store with me during my recovery. On this particular trip (actually most every trip to the store), I would stand in the peanut butter aisle...yes, for 20 minutes—staring at jars, reading labels, comparing calories. And I was exhausted with my own mess. Peanut butter was a total fear food. I'd tell people "I didn't like it" when in fact, I grew up on PB&J sandwiches and adored the taste pre-ED. But during ED, I just didn't trust myself around it. This day however, I got so tired of my usual ED pattern that I assigned myself a task: walk in, choose a jar, take it home, and make something with it. That one decision changed everything. You are one decision away from a completely different life. And it starts with giving yourself permission. In today's podcast episode you'll discover: How one grocery store decision became my recovery breakthrough Why every decision is actually an act of permission The connection between indecision and staying stuck How to pre-decide your way to freedom What permissions you might be withholding from yourself Why peanut butter now reminds me of freedom The ripple effect one brave choice creates THE POWER OF ONE DECISION You are one decision away from a completely different life. Not ten decisions. Not a perfect plan. Not waiting until you feel ready. That day, I wasn't any less scared of peanut butter than before. But I decided I was the boss of me. I got to decide how I wanted to be defined. And I no longer wanted to be scared of peanut butter. Every decision is actually an act of permission. When I decided to buy that peanut butter, I gave myself permission to: Trust myself around a fear food Stop analyzing and start choosing Act differently than I had been acting Take up space in my own life WHY WE AVOID THE DECISION Standing in that aisle for 20 minutes wasn't really about comparing labels. It was about avoiding the decision entirely. As long as I was analyzing, I didn't have to choose. As long as I was researching, I didn't have to act. As long as I was stuck in indecision, I didn't have to face my fear. But indecision is actually a decision—it's the decision to stay exactly where you are. THE PRACTICE OF PRE-DECIDING What made that trip different: I pre-decided. Instead of hoping I'd feel brave, I decided ahead of time what I was going to do. Pre-deciding removes the option to get stuck in analysis paralysis. It removes the option to spend 20 minutes staring at labels. It removes the option to leave empty-handed. What could you pre-decide today? That you're going to eat lunch, no matter how anxious you feel That you're going to order what sounds good, not what has fewest calories That you're going to call a therapist or coach THE RIPPLE EFFECT That peanut butter decision was a turning point because it taught me: If I could decide and DO with peanut butter, I could do that with anything that scared me. One act of permission opened the door to others: Permission to eat other fear foods Permission to trust my body Permission to be imperfect in recovery Permission to choose freedom over control Permission creates momentum. One granted permission leads to another, and another. KEY QUOTES
So many high-performing women look capable on the outside. Business running. Kids fed. Life moving. But internally? Overwhelmed. Second-guessing. Consuming more information yet trusting themselves less.In this episode, I unpack why the real issue often isn't strategy — it's your nervous system. When you're under sustained pressure, your brain looks for certainty. So you consume more. Ask more opinions. Save more posts. But clarity isn't found in more input. Clarity is a nervous system outcome.I share the subtle signs you're outsourcing your intuition, why overconsumption quietly erodes self-trust, and the simple shift from calibration over consumption. You'll learn my “One Decision, One Action” practice and a powerful 3-sentence reset you can use in real time to rebuild clean inner authority.If you're a mother building a business or a woman carrying a lot, this episode will feel like exhale. You're not broken. You're overloaded. And there is a calmer, more grounded way to lead yourself.Work with me: www.melissaambrosini.com/strategyHead to www.melissaambrosini.com/693 for the show notes.Join my weekly newsletter: www.melissaambrosini.com/newsletterGet my FREE ZenTone Meditation: www.melissaambrosini.com/zentoneFollow me on Instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Personal brand building is the hidden advantage behind long-term business growth. In this episode, I explain how one decision to build a personal brand saved a company, created massive trust, and generated millions of customers over time.You'll see the real difference between a company brand and a personal brand, why confidence is overrated, and how starting imperfectly compounds into authority, relationships, and revenue. If you're still hesitating to put yourself out there, this will change how you see the opportunity.-------------------About Manuel Suarez:Manuel Suarez, known as the "Marketing Ninja" and a "Best Selling Author" of "Marketing Magic", leads Attention Grabbing Media (AGM), a marketing agency honored three times on the Inc 5000 list. With a team of over 120, AGM specializes in turning attention into profit for a wide array of brands. In 2023 alone, brands managed by AGM exceeded 250 million USD in revenue.Manuel is also the co-founder of NaturalSlim, a self-funded high 9-figure brand. He has elevated thousands of businesses across various sectors and has directed marketing campaigns for industry leaders like Dr. Eric Berg, Grant Cardone, and Daymond John.He is also responsible for two of the top 15 largest U.S. YouTube channels—Dr. Eric Berg and MetabolismoTV—which together have over 20 million subscribers. Over seven years, his strategies have amassed 8 billion views, generated 5 million leads, and earned over 500 million USD in revenue.Follow Manuel Suarez on Social Media:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theninjamarketer/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrmanuelsuarez/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrmanuelsuarez- X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/MrManuelSuarez- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrmanuelsuarez/Learn More About AGM:- Visit our website: https://www.agmagency.comNeed Help with Your Marketing?- Talk to a Ninja: https://www.talktoaninja.comCheck Out Manuel's Book, a #1 Seller on Amazon:- Marketing Magic by Manuel Suarez: https://a.co/d/gbwHKSf
Social MediaSay hi on TikTokSay Hi on Instagram----Email List----If you feel stuck… behind… crushed by life… this episode is your reset.In this powerful transmission, Lawrence reveals the one mental shift that changes everything: You are not your current situation. You are experiencing it. And that means you can change it.Most people try to “achieve” their way into happiness.But here's the truth: if you don't change your identity, the results won't change your experience.In this episode, you'll learn:How to create a powerful identity anchorWhy small aligned decisions compound your futureThe difference between chasing success and becoming itHow to use one simple yes-or-no filter to transform your lifeA guided breathwork visualization to lock it inThis isn't about positive thinking.This is about becoming the version of you who already has it.You don't need to wait for someday.You shift now.You embody now.You rise now.Listen all the way through for the deep alignment breath at the end — this is where the shift becomes real.If you're ready to step into your higher self and stop living from survival mode, this is your episode.Subscribe. Commit. Decide.Everything is happening for you.
Send a textIn this episode of The Pursuit of Manliness podcast, we unpack what it means to lead your life one decision at a time. Joshua didn't conquer the land through reputation; he did it through faithfulness. He showed up and he obeyed. He trusted God's promises even when the opposition was intimidating. As men, we often want the big breakthrough and the instant transformation. But Joshua 11 reminds us that lasting victory is built on small, faithful choices stacked on top of each other. In this episode, we'll discuss:· Why fear loses its grip when obedience takes the lead· The danger of partial obedience and why thorough faithfulness matters· How leadership is shaped more by daily discipline than big moments· What it looks like to trust God when the opposition seems overwhelmingIf you feel like you're facing a coalition of pressure at work, at home, spiritually this episode will challenge you to focus on what's right in front of you.Learn more about The Pursuit of Manliness: https://www.thepursuitofmanliness.com/ Subscribe to Recalibrate, the daily podcast from The Pursuit of Manliness: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/recalibrate/id1797551549Join The Herd: https://www.thepursuitofmanliness.com/join-the-herd Build your own local Tribe with Tribe Builder: https://www.thepursuitofmanliness.com/gear/p/tribe-builderRegister for our 2026 Fall Men's Retreat: https://www.thepursuitofmanliness.com/gear/p/2026-mens-retreatSupport the show
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