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Ben, Tom, and Andrew discuss last night's game, the Small business Optimism Index, HPE looking to acquire Juniper Networks, Microchip cuts guidance, NVDA & AMD announcing an AI-powered PC, and the state of retail from the ICR Conference.For information on how to join the Zoom calls live each morning at 8:30 EST, visit https://www.narwhalcapital.com/blog/daily-market-briefingsPlease see disclosures:https://www.narwhalcapital.com/disclosure

Dan and Grant discuss one thing, development, player, etc. that has impressed them this season for EVERY NBA team in the Eastern Conference. TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:44 - Atlanta Hawks, Jalen Johnson8:50 - Boston Celtics, Drive-and-Kicks, Kristaps Porzingis13:35 - Brooklyn Nets, Cam Thomas, Dorian Finney-Smith, Lonnie Walker IV18:14 - Charlotte Hornets, Brandon Miller23:19 - Chicago Bulls, Forcing Turnovers, Alex Caruso27:53 - Cleveland Cavaliers, Offensive Pace, Max Strus, Evan Mobley32:25 - Detroit Pistons, Ausar Thompson41:31 - Indiana Pacers, Half-Court Offense, Tyrese Haliburton, Bruce Brown49:22 - Miami Heat, Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler54:25 - Milwaukee Bucks, Defense, Brook Lopez59:41 - New York Knicks, Mitchell Robinson1:04:33 - Orlando Magic, Defense1:08:45 - Philadelphia 76ers, Tyrese Maxey1:13:57 - Toronto Raptors, Scottie Barnes1:17:49 - Washington Wizards, Bilal CoulibalySUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocksTWITTER @HardwoodKnocksIG: @hardwood_knocks DAN'S TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavaleGRANT'S TWITTER: @gt_hughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/2916956/advertisement

Dan and Grant discuss one thing, development, player, etc. that has impressed them this season for EVERY NBA team in the Western Conference.TIMESTAMPS⬇️0:00 - INTRO2:56 - Dallas Mavericks6:00 - Denver Nuggets9:41 - Golden State Warriors15:28 - Houston Rockets18:11 - LA Clippers22:20 - Los Angeles Lakers28:02 - Memphis Grizzlies32:05 - Minnesota Timberwolves35:16 - New Orleans Pelicans40:33 - Oklahoma City Thunder49:32 - Phoenix Suns56:01 - Portland Trail Blazers1:01:27 - Sacramento Kings1:07:29 - San Antonio Spurs1:13:25 - Utah Jazz1:19:41 - STAT PADDINGSUPPORT THE SHOW BY PURCHASING HARDWOOD KNOCKS MERCHJOIN OUR DISCORDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL⬇️TIKTOK: @hardwoodknocksTWITTER @HardwoodKnocksIG: @hardwood_knocks DAN'S TWITTER/IG: @danfavale / @danfavaleGRANT'S TWITTER: @gt_hughesBUSINESS INQUIRES⬇️hardwoodknocks@gmail.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/2916956/advertisement

Series ThreeThis episode of The New Abnormal podcast features Tom Johnson, MD at the consumer insights and futures consultancy, Trajectory. He's a researcher, trends analyser and forecaster with  a mass of experience leading complex insight and foresight projects for clients including Vodafone, British Council, Department for International Trade, General Medical Council, McCann and many more.  Trajectory help clients understand how customers, markets and the world around them is changing - and how they can benefit from that change. Trajectory's proprietary international data  - Global Foresight - draws on 100,000 consumer interviews and has been running for a decade. Their monthly 'Optimism Index' monitor tracks consumer sentiment in the UK each month, gaining viewpoints from 1500 adults re: issues such as confidence, personal choice & control, social trust, opportunities in tech, optimism and their place in the world. We discuss all of the above and more, so I hope you enjoy the conversation!

The Career Optimism Index is a powerful tool for unlocking team performance.With its unique blend of science and research, this cutting-edge index offers surprising insights for leaders to effectively manage their team and chart a path to success. It's particularly helpful as labor force trends and preferences have substantially changed over the last three years.I host John Woods, PhD, who is the Chief Academic Officer and Provost at the University of Phoenix. He's developed and championed this research, and he shares how you can use it to become a more effective leader and develop your team.He holds a PhD in Higher Education Administration from Bowling Green State University, as well as a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts from Carleton University.John supports the University of Phoenix Career Institute ®, which was created to address broad, persistent and systemic barriers to career advancement through research-based solutions and impactful partnerships that break down barriers Americans face in their careers. The institute just launched its third-annual Career Optimism Index, which is a comprehensive study of American workers' career perceptions.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnwoodseducator/Company Link: https://www.phoenix.edu/What You'll Discover in this Episode:How one of the greatest football players in history delivered a dose of inspiration.The surprising result of the Career Optimism Index.Why career optimism reduces the cost of turnover for companies.How exactly the unemployment rate impacts career optimism.An unexpected twist that led to his career success.What he learned about leadership from his first job.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Brad Jones, NFIB Missouri Small Business Association talking about Optimism Index rose 0.6 points in November and the importance of small business.  

The optimism index released this month by the National Federation of Independent Business was higher than anticipated, but chief economist William Dunkelberg says inflation, at its highest level since the 1980s, is a concern.

Matt Everson, Iowa state director for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), walks us through the results of their recent January 2021 survey. Among other things, it measures small business owners' outlook toward future business conditions—a metric known as the "Optimism Index." 

In this week’s episode, we discuss improvements in dealer sentiment at the end of 2019 as well as producers likelihood to purchase farm equipment. From the Precision Farming Dealer Summit in St. Louis this week, Technology Editor Jack Zemlicka reports on how dealers can serve as consultants to their customers, particularly when it comes to technology. Also in this episode: Buhler Industries' revenues drop 25.7%, the Dallas Fed reports 4Q ag loan demand declines and farmland values are likely to hold steady in 2020.

Carol is joined by journalist and podcast host Ted Canova and they speak to Erik Davidson, CIO for Wells Fargo Private Bank, on the investor optimism. Robert Langreth, Bloomberg News Health Care Reporter, talks about Amazon acquiring online pharmacy PillPack. Bloomberg Stocks Editor Dave Wilson shares his Chart of the Day on emerging markets. Selina Wang, Bloomberg Global Technology Reporter, discusses Alibaba making fewer U.S. deals in light of the Trump administration's crackdown on Chinese investment in U.S. companies.  We Drive to the Close with Jim Lowell, CIO at Adviser Investments. And finally General Mills CEO Jeff Harmening discusses their acquisition for pet food company Blue Buffalo. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Carol is joined by journalist and podcast host Ted Canova and they speak to Erik Davidson, CIO for Wells Fargo Private Bank, on the investor optimism. Robert Langreth, Bloomberg News Health Care Reporter, talks about Amazon acquiring online pharmacy PillPack. Bloomberg Stocks Editor Dave Wilson shares his Chart of the Day on emerging markets. Selina Wang, Bloomberg Global Technology Reporter, discusses Alibaba making fewer U.S. deals in light of the Trump administration’s crackdown on Chinese investment in U.S. companies.  We Drive to the Close with Jim Lowell, CIO at Adviser Investments. And finally General Mills CEO Jeff Harmening discusses their acquisition for pet food company Blue Buffalo.

In today’s podscast, brought to you by Ingersoll Tillage, we report on a big improvement in dealer sentiment, updates from the SIMA Agribusiness Show in Paris, Kubota’s 2016 financial results, improvements in Brazil’s ag equipment factory shipments and the need for broadband infrastructure in rural America.

HOUR 2: ECONOMIC UPDATE – Jon Snare, Senior VP & Regional Investment Manager with Wells Fargo, provides valuable analysis on the economy for the first half of 2014 and a peek at 2015 IN THE NEWS –Small Business Optimism Ticks Up SlightlyLITTLE CHANGE IN THE 10 INDEX COMPONENTS YIELDS A 0.7-POINT INCREASE TO 95.7 IN JULYJuly’s Optimism Index technically rose 0.7 points to a reading of 95.7.  There was little change in the 10 Index components other than outlook for expansion and business conditions, which accounted for the small gain in the Index.  Listen for Dave’s take.   FINAL THOUGHTS -Why Apple Trains Employees to Work Like PicassoIf some of Apple's elegantly designed products look more like works of art than high-tech gadgets.  There's a reason for that:  The Company takes its design cues from Pablo Picasso.

HOUR 1Business Risk Management – Chris Pobieglo, risk management expert, discusses risk management for a construction company.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. Empire of Wealth –John Davison Rockefeller, Sr. (July 8, 1839 – May 23, 1937) the American business magnate, philanthropist.  What year did Rockefeller start in the oil business?  Listen to this podcast and get the answer.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. HOUR 2In the News -Small Business Optimism Can’t Be Sustained After a promising 3 month run, June’s Optimism Index fell 1.6 points to 95.0.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.   How to Create Wealth in Any Economy – Philip Spillane financial investment expert and author talks about his book.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz.

Jeff Krantz, President of Krantz Training, Author, Sales Trainer, Executive Coach and Keynote Speaker visits Dave.  Jeff discusses his book about “Encore Customer Service”.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. EMPIRE OF WEALTH                                            The 50 years between the Civil War and the beginning of WWI in Europe the U.S. economy changed more profoundly that any earlier 50 year period in the nation’s history.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. in the newsWHO’S SUITABLE FOR EQUITY CRODFUNDINGFew positive signs for the futureThe National Federation of Independent Business released their “Optimism Index” for the month of November and optimism increased slightly.  Link to the full article visit Getting Down to Business® on Facebook.DISCUSSION: Who’s Suitable for Equity Crowdfunding?Ed Zimmerman a venture lawyer and angle investor describes accredited and sophisticated they don’t always mean the same thing. Link to the full article visit Getting Down to Business® on Facebook.BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENTChris Pobieglo business risk management expert and the basics In this Risk Management 101 segment.  Questions or comments email Chris@BusinessInsuranceAssociates.com. 

Who should pay for infrastructure in Western Alaska?  Mike Black and Rada Khadjinova join Dave to discuss this issue.  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. EMPIRE OF WEALTH                                            The Civil War and how it was financed had a profound effect on how Americans handled their assets.  .  Questions or comments email David@GDTB.Biz. in the newsSMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM SEES SLIGHT BUMP IN NOVEMBERFew positive signs for the futureThe National Federation of Independent Business released their “Optimism Index” for the month of November and optimism increased slightly.  Link to the full article visit Getting Down to Business® on Facebook.Who’s Suitable for Equity Crowdfunding?George Deeb, managing partner at Red Rocket Ventures discusses things to watch out for when choosing Crowdfunding.  Link to the full article visit Getting Down to Business® on Facebook.CONNECT KEYMichael Ferris, President of AES Alaska/Xerox discusses scanning solutions. Questions or comments email Mike@aesalaska.com. 

SimplySocial, Incorporated is a high-tech startup headquartered in Alaska.  Listen as Chelsey Homan, VP Client Services tells their business story.  SimplySocial has offices in Anchorage, San Francisco and Europe Chelsey talks about some of the logistical issues facing high-tech companies in Alaska and gets genuinely excited when describing her company’s products.  Find out more at www.gosimplysocial.com. EMPIRE OF WEALTHI’ve got an old mule and her name is Sal, fifteen years on the Erie Canal……this song will be stuck in your mind after listen to Dave tell the story about this countries first of many megaprojects the Erie Canal.  This 363 mile canal was dug by hand reducing shipping costs and opening up new frontiers.  Do you have any questions or comments contact Dave an email at David@GDTB.Biz.IN THE NEWSSmall-Business Owner Roller Coaster ContinuesAfter March’s Decline, Confidence Up in AprilThe National Federation of Independent Business released their Optimism Index for April.  Listen as Dave reviews their lasts news.  After last month’s disappointing drop in small-business confidence, April’s Index of Small Business Optimism rose 2.6 points to 92.1.  Just above the recovery average of 90.7.  Send your questions or comments to David@GDTB.Biz. BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT Chris Pobieglo, business risk management, expert tells us how your business structure will affect your business insurance needs and ultimately the price or your business insurance.  Listen as Chris explains the impacts.  For more information visit Chris’s website www.BusinessInsuranceAssociates.com. LISTEN EVERY SATURDAY Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 8-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com In Anchorage, Alaska.  In Spokane, Washington listens to MoneyTalk 1230 AM KSBN from 9-11 am.

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 – Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com.  Program podcast’s available on iTunes, GDTB.Biz or Waconsult.com.  Like Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult. IN THE NEWSSmall-Business Owner Confidence Edges Up, BarelyOne of the lowest optimism readings in survey historyThe December 2012 “Optimism Index” was released this week.  Moving up slightly over November the Index is at a recession level reading as pessimism prevails.  How are you feeling about the economy?  I’d love to hear your thoughts email David@Waconsult.com. PROGRAM TOPICLast week we talked with a young entrepreneur with a new business.  This week Michael Gordon, President and Founder of Chilkoot Charlie’s a “Rustic Alaskan Saloon” visits with Dave.  This iconic Alaskan business has been at the top of its game for over 40 years.  Michael provides some real insights into his business success.  This is a really great program with a cool story line.  Find out more by visiting Koots.com. GO IT ALONEGeoff Burch is hanging loose in 2013.  He joins Dave to discuss his book “Self-Made Me”.  Telling it like he sees it, Geoff offers his opinion on business plans.  Want more information visit GeoffBurch.com.

Hiring Plans Plunge: Small Business Optimism Drops 0.1 The monthly “Optimism Index” from NFIB is out for September, and it isn’t very optimistic.  Listen as Dave summarizes this report.  ”Since the start of this monthly survey in 1986, sampled quarterly prior, the index has been below 93.0 a total of 56 times; 32 of which [...]

Getting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) Fox News Talk KOAN 95.5 FM & AM 1020 - Stream: www.foxnewskoan.com/or waconsult.com.  Join Getting Down to Business® on Facebook join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WaConsult. IN THE NEWSHIRING PLANS PLUNGE:  SMALL BUSINESS OPTIMISM DROPS0.1,Expectations for the Future Remain LowThe monthly “Optimism Index” from NFIB is out for September and it isn’t very optimistic.  Listen as Dave summarizes this report.  “Since the start of this monthly survey in 1986, sampled quarterly prior, the index has been below 93.0 a total of 56 times; 32 of which have occurred since the recovery began in June 2009".  Read the entire report @ WaConsult.com. PROGRAM TOPICCaught between declining production from aging gas fields and bring the new gas fields online Southcentral Alaska could face natural gas shortages.  Listen to John Sims with Enstar as he outlines the problem and discusses outcomes.  In short your business needs to develop a plan to deal with potential future natural gas shortages.  Find “Energy Watch” brochure @ http://www.waconsult.com/business-downloads/energy-watch.pdf

PROGRAMGetting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt Broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) 95.50 FM & AM 1020 KOAN Anchorage - Stream: www.1020koan.com/or www.waconsult.com.  Join Getting Down to Business® on Facebook or join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WAConsult.IN THE NEWSSmall-Business Confidence Rises for Third Consecutive Month: Is Hope for the Economy on the Horizon?Dave discusses the latest “Optimism Index” which was up 1.8 point in November settling at a still weak 92.0, according to the National Federation of Independent Business’ (NFIB’s).  Read the complete article @ www.WaConsult.com. PROGRAM TOPICKelly Fisher, Attorney, Author & Publisher visits Dave on this program.  Listen as Kelly discusses how he came to write his new book “A Clueless Man’s Guide to Relationships”.  The story doesn’t end there.  The easy part was writing the book; creating a great end product and introducing it to the world takes more effort.  Kelly takes us through his journey.  For more information visit www.kellyfisherauthor.com“Business Risk Management”Listen as Chris Poblieglo, insurance expert, talks about “Fidelity Bonds”.  Listen and find out much, much, more about this potential business risk and a solution.  Visit www.businessinsurnaceassociates.com a must link for business risk management information

PROGRAMGetting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt Broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) 95.50 FM & AM 1020 KOAN Anchorage - Stream: www.1020koan.com/or www.waconsult.com.  Join Getting Down to Business® on Facebook or join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WAConsult. IN THE NEWSSMALL BUSINESS CONFIDENCE HAS MINOR UPTICK:Optimism Index Slight Uptick Still Weighted Down by Dominant Negative ForecastThe NFIB’s “Optimism Index” gained 1.3 points, nudging the index up to 90.2.  Listen as Dave discusses the main reason the index remains mired in low readings.  Read complete article @ www.WaConsult.com. PROGRAM TOPICAccording to Celtic myths, there were once magical cup.  This cup satisfied the tastes and needs of all who drank from them.  These myths led to the legend of the Holy Grail.  The business equivalent of the Holy Grail is the Business Plan.  The real value of a business plan is the process.  Listen as Dave gets a rare opportunity to take you through the process of completing a “Market Analysis”.  Find out more by visiting: www.WaConsult.com.

PROGRAMGetting Down to Business® with David Weatherholt Broadcast Saturday’s 9-10 am (AKDT) 95.50 FM & AM 1020 KOAN Anchorage - Stream: www.1020koan.com/or www.waconsult.com.  Join Getting Down to Business® on Facebook or join Dave’s LinkedIn group and follow Dave on Twitter at WAConsult. IN THE NEWSSmall business confidence take huge hit:  Optimism Index now in decline for six months runningListen to the highlights of the NFIB’s monthly “Optimism Index.  This index dropped dramatically in August find out why.  Or read complete article @ www.WaConsult.com. PROGRAM TOPICAfter over 30 years in Anchorage Simon & Seaforts is one of the city’s oldest and best restaurants.  Listen as Robert Kilby gives us a behind the scenes look a successful restaurant.  This is a great show about a super business.  Find out more by visiting: www.simonandseaforts.com.   BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENTDo you know what a “surety bond” is used for?  Listen as business insurance expert Chris Pobielgo talks more about this important insurance product.  Visit Chris at www.BusinessInsuranceAssociates.com