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Cem Atik is the co-founder and CMO of Harucon Ventures, a firm that acquires minority and majority equity stakes in e-commerce and SaaS businesses doing between one and ten million in annual revenue. Rather than operating as an agency or consultancy, Cem and his team get in with capital, take operational control of marketing and finance, and work to make the businesses they partner with structurally profitable.Most e-commerce brands that come to Harucon Ventures have the same underlying problem: they are optimizing for the wrong things. Revenue looks healthy. ROAS looks acceptable. But unit economics are broken, overhead is bloated, and the margin structure makes scaling impossible.In this conversation, Cem walks through exactly how his team diagnoses and fixes that. From cutting ad spend by 1.7 million euros in a single month to replacing a fulfillment provider that was silently overcharging a brand shipping 25,000 packages a day, the fixes are rarely glamorous but consistently high-impact. The conversation also covers his four-engine growth framework: acquisition, retention, conversion, and profit-first optimization, and why founders who lead with ROAS are measuring the wrong thing entirely.Cem also breaks down channel mix strategy, including why Pinterest and Bing Ads are consistently underused, why TikTok affiliate is one of the highest-leverage growth levers available right now, and why the real money in e-commerce is almost always made in retention, not acquisition.Founders who are scaling but not compounding, or growing revenue while watching margins compress, will find this episode unusually direct and useful.Website: https://www.vimmi.net Email us: info@vimmi.net Podcast website: https://vimmi.net/commerce-untold/ Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VimmiVideoCommerce/featured Guest: Cem Atik, Co-Founder & CMO, Harucon Ventures Cem Atik's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cem-atikHarucon-Ventures: https://harucon-ventures.com/Key Takeaways: • If a founder cannot state their customer acquisition cost in under 15 seconds, the business does not have a real financial foundation yet. • ROAS tells you how much revenue you generated per dollar spent. It tells you nothing about whether that dollar was profitable. Optimizing for profit on ad spend (POAS) gives you actual control. • Gross margin under 65% makes scaling structurally difficult in the US and UK markets. The margin problem cannot be fixed with better ads. • Agencies are typically three times cheaper than hiring in-house at early stages. Outsource acquisition first, learn from the partner, then bring it in-house once systems are proven. • TikTok affiliate is one of the most capital-efficient acquisition channels available: commission-based, creator-generated content, and scalable without a large internal team. • Pinterest is consistently overlooked despite an audience skewing 25 to 45 years old with average household incomes above $100K, and ROAS between four and six even at modest spend levels.Chapters:[00:00] Introduction: Cem Atik and the Harucon Ventures Model[01:27] The Founders Harucon Typically Partners With[03:45] The Post-Acquisition Audit: First 72 Hours[07:45] Cutting 1.7M Euros in Ad Spend: A Case Study[09:16] Why Gross Margin Under 65% Makes Scaling Nearly Impossible[13:51] The KPIs That Actually Matter: CAC, CLV, MER, EBITDA[18:35] The Four Engines: Acquisition, Retention, Conversion, Profit[24:00] Why ROAS Misleads and POAS Gives Real Control[25:41] Channel Mix: TikTok, Pinterest, Bing, and What Gets Overlooked

Eight years in this industry, and the one thing that's never changed? Everyone online has an opinion and they're saying it like it's law. High ticket is the only way to scale. No, passive income is the move. Master organic before you touch ads. Ads are a waste when you're small. Charge your worth. Batch your content. Outsource your zone of genius. The bold, all-or-nothing takes are everywhere, and when you're trying to actually build a business, they create more noise than direction. Today's episode is my unfiltered take on the advice circulating online right now. What I genuinely disagree with, why, and what I think the more honest, nuanced version of each actually looks like. We're covering a lot of ground: why "charge your worth" is too abstract to be useful and what strategic pricing actually requires, the real lifestyle behind passive income businesses (it's not what you're seeing in the content), why discounting doesn't automatically attract the wrong clients, the problem with blind delegation even when something isn't your zone of genius, and why telling new businesses to avoid paid ads until they hit a certain revenue number is one of the laziest pieces of advice on the internet. We also get into comparison, personal brand, morning routines, going viral, social proof, and what it actually means to love what you do. This isn't about arguing with the internet. It's about giving you the discernment to walk into any bold claim from a guru, a peer, even a friend and know how to think about it critically instead of absorbing it at face value. Because the most powerful place you can be as a business owner is the one where you trust your own read on things. This episode is designed to get you there. Timestamps:04:08 Personal Brand Reality12:27 Passive Income Truths19:44 Funnels Defined Simply22:27 Do You Need A Website25:27 Virality Versus Growth28:41 Discounting And Brand Tier33:16 Batching Content Myth35:33 Measure Output Not Process44:24 Referrals Aren't Enough48:11 Selling Without Testimonials51:28 Morning Routine Nuance56:22 Paid Ads For Small Brands To join the Ambitious Network for free, click HERE. To connect with Kate on Instagram, click ⁠HERE⁠. To apply for ITI, click ⁠HERE⁠. To submit a question to be answered on the podcast, click HERE.

What does it mean for us as human beings to flourish?  What does it mean to have dignity as a human person?  And what is the common good for all people?  He goes through a whole hundred and thirty-five years  of the Church's social teaching  to refocus our energies on that message. 

“Delegate sooner, create systems faster. Outsource everything you possibly can. The faster you do that, the less chance of burnout, and the longer you can last in your business.” – Kelly Lorenzen Today's featured fellow bookcaster is a wife, mom, award-winning entrepreneur, philanthropist, breast cancer survivor, and CEO of KLM Consulting, Marketing & Management, Kelly Lorenzen. Kelly and I had a chat about her book, “Do What You Love and Outsource Everything Else ®: Entrepreneurship 101: Start, Grow, and Succeed Without Burning Out”, how surviving breast cancer reshaped her approach to business, her favorite AI tools for content creation, and more!Key Things You'll Learn:How her family's entrepreneurial background inspired her to start her own businessSome common pitfalls new businesses must avoidWhat inspired Kelly to become an author and what she learned from the writing process of her 1st bookThree major lessons learned from starting, growing, and running her podcastKelly's Site: https://duplicatemyselfklm.com/Kelly's Book: https://a.co/d/06cDe13RKelly's Podcast, “Collaborative Connections”: https://open.spotify.com/show/03iriawqy2NqUAxbeTwpre?si=8721d09e8c5941a9The opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…583 – How to Be the Face of Your Business with Tonya Eberhart (@brandfacestar): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-583-how-to-be-the-face-of-your-business-with-tonya-eberhart-brandfacestar/1033 – How to Take Imperfect Action and Thrive in Business and Life with Bridget Hom (@HomBridget): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1033-how-to-take-imperfect-action-and-thrive-in-business-and-life-with-bridget-hom-hombridge/488.5 – Create, Innovate & Dominate with Tracy Hazzard (@hazzdesign): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-4885-create-innovate-dominate-with-tracy-hazzard-hazzdesign/261.5 (Host 2 Host Special) – The Outsourcing Playbook with Kris Ward (@krisward): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/2615-host-2-host-special-the-outsourcing-playbook-with-kris-ward-krisward/541 – “Roadmap to Revenue” with Kristin Zhivago (@KristinZhivago): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-541-roadmap-to-revenue-with-kristin-zhivago-kristinzhivago/983 – How Neuroscience Can Fuel Your Book & Life Success with Sara Connell: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/saracconnell/1034 – Overcoming the “Silent Killer” and Helping Others Grow As Leaders with Wendy Gunn: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1034-overcoming-the-silent-killer-and-helping-others-grow-as-leaders-with-wendy-gunn/1062 – From Unsure to Unshakeable with Simone Knego (@SimoneKnego): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1062-from-unsure-to-unshakeable-with-simone-knego-simoneknego/509 - Exit Rich With Michelle Seiler Tucker (@MSeilerTucker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-509-exit-rich-with-michelle-seiler-tucker-mseilertucker/954 – The Courage To Leave from Toxic Workplaces with Jeff Davis (@JeffDavis027): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-954-the-courage-to-leave-from-toxic-workplaces-with-jeff-davis-jeffdavis027/905 – Leadership Lessons From A Resourceful Human Results Professional with Brenda Neckvatal: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-905-leadership-lessons-from-a-resourceful-human-results-professional-with-brenda-neckvatal-b/821 – How to Spark Your Curiosity & Live Bravely with Heather Vickery: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-821-how-to-spark-your-curiosity-live-bravely-with-heather-vickery/

Four Pillars of Advertising for Pediatric Practices: Newborn ROI, TikTok, Google Maps, and Internal OutreachHosts discuss pediatric practice marketing with repeat guest Dr. Cliff James, focusing on ROI-driven patient acquisition and replacing attrition by targeting newborns while balancing capacity and scheduling efficiency. James argues marketing spend should be measured by cost per acquired patient (nationally ~$80–$100; his ~$32), not percent of revenue, and stresses tracking “how did you hear about us” to avoid misleading metrics like clicks. He outlines advertising pillars: (1) social media content, especially TikTok, to educate pregnant/new parents and generate both patients and platform revenue; (2) hyperlocal visibility via Google Maps/Google Business and consistent listings across many directories, with mobile-optimized, content-rich websites that AI search tools can scrape; (3) targeted paid ads such as geofencing OB offices and filtering by demographics; and (4) internal “advertising” using EHR outreach to drive well visits and chronic care follow-ups. He emphasizes outsourcing execution while physicians stay involved and recommends treating the website like a revenue-producing employee.00:00 Podcast Intro and Guest01:38 Why Market to Newborns03:23 Attrition and Growth Math05:43 Capacity and Scheduling Limits13:47 Walk Ins and Workflow Hacks16:33 Marketing Spend and CPA18:48 Modern Referral Channels20:51 Outsource vs Be the Star23:22 Social Media Pillar TikTok27:59 Tracking Leads and Targeting29:32 High Income Ad Targeting30:10 Geofencing OB Offices31:16 60 Second Video Strategy32:32 Choosing Social Channels33:14 Avoiding Link Penalties35:29 Google Maps Over SEO36:29 AI Search Website Pages39:50 Reviews And Internal Outreach48:19 Quiz Funnels For Leads52:06 Webinars Worth It55:36 Delegate Marketing Work01:00:16 Website As An Employee01:02:23 Closing And DisclaimersSupport the show

If the idea of outsourcing in your business feels scary, you're not alone. For a lot of freelancers and small business owners, "outsourcing" can sound like handing over everything (your inbox, your accounts, your social media, your systems) and trusting someone else with the things you've been doing solo for years. Grips laptop nervously to chest The good news is, you don't have to start big. In fact, you're much more likely to succeed (and actually enjoy the process) if you start with one small, contained task that removes stress and creates consistency. (And for me, consistency was always the challenge, so having someone to do the last bit really helped) This post will walk you through tiny, practical ways to outsource, especially if you're nervous about it, plus how to do it in a way that still feels safe and in control. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:18 Why Outsourcing Feels Scary 1:15 How I Started Small (My Outsourcing Story) 3:39 Building Up: Social Media & Beyond 4:49 A message from a member of the Freelance Business Lounge 5:23 Things You Can Start Outsourcing Today 7:58 Tips for Safely Handing Over Access 8:24 Why It's Worth It Connect with Sharon from my membership: Instagram or look at her Linktree. You can also download her freebie "Practical Guide for When School Doesn't See 'It'"   Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Bluesky Email: hello@emmacossey.com  Come join us in the free Freelance Lifestylers Facebook group Want more support? Check out the Freelance Lifestyle School courses and membership. Join the Freelance Lifestyle Discord Community: https://discord.gg/RKYkReS5Cz Order my book: The Freelance Lifestyle: Your Friendly Guide to Starting a Freelance Business

On this episode of The Digital Patient, Dr. Joshua Liu, Co-founder & CEO of SeamlessMD, and colleague, Alan Sardana, chat with Ryan Sadeghian, MD, MBA, MSc, former Enterprise Chief Medical Information Officer at the University of Toledo, about why you shouldn't "Outsource Your AI Thinking, The Reason Clinical AI Tools Die After the Pilot, Why Nobody Is Auditing Whether Documentation Was Ever the Right Measure of Care, and more..."

In this episode, I'm diving into a conversation that I believe more female founders need to be having: financial intelligence, financial leadership, and why you should never outsource your awareness around money. As more women become primary breadwinners, scale businesses, and generate significant wealth, I think it's incredibly important that we learn not just how to make money, but how to understand it, steward it, protect it, grow it, and direct it intentionally. In this episode, I share some of my own financial mistakes as a founder, the mindset shifts that changed my relationship with money, and the lessons I learned about relying too heavily on experts without staying connected to the financial realities of my own business. We talk about the difference between earning money and building wealth, the roles of bookkeepers, accountants, CFOs, and wealth advisors, and why financial confidence often starts with simply being willing to ask questions, even when you feel like you "should" already know the answers. I also share why operational leadership and financial leadership are deeply connected, and how founders unknowingly create expensive business models when everything depends on them operationally. If you've ever felt intimidated by money conversations, disconnected from your numbers, or ready to become a more empowered CEO and steward of your business, this episode is for you. Resources → Watch this episode on YouTube → Subscribe to The Blueprint → Learn more & book a call with our team to learn if the Pop Leadership Academy is right for you! → Download our Operationally Excellent Practice Manager Audit → Follow Kaeli on Instagram: @kaeli.lindholm

A lot of entrepreneurs spend so much time thinking about what they need to delegate that they never really stop to think about what still belongs to them as the owner.   Hiring help is important. Support is important. Systems, automation, delegation, all of those things matter. But this week on the podcast, Monique talks about the responsibilities that still require your leadership no matter how much help you get. This conversation gets into decision-making, leadership, standards, self-management, honesty, and the pressure that can come with being the person ultimately responsible for the direction of the business. If you've ever felt frustrated after getting support, overwhelmed by the weight of business decisions, or unclear about what still requires your leadership, this episode will give you a deeper perspective on entrepreneurship and ownership.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: Why support should not replace leadership The responsibility of deciding what kind of business you actually want to build Why entrepreneurship requires learning how to make decisions without perfect certainty How standards quietly shape customer experience and business reputation What self-management has to do with leadership Why honesty is one of the most important responsibilities in business   Thank you so much for listening! If you liked this episode, please subscribe to "The Black to Business Podcast" and rate and review on Apple Podcasts:   Don't miss out on the resources mentioned in this episode by checking out the show notes at blacktobusiness.com/306   Thank you so much for listening! Please support us by simply rating and reviewing our podcast!   Connect with us on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blacktobusiness/    Don't miss an update! Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://blacktobusiness.com/mailinglist

What if the biggest shift women need during perimenopause and menopause isn't more advice - but learning how to truly reconnect with and advocate for their own health?In this thought-provoking episode, Adele explores why so many women feel unsupported during perimenopause and menopause - and why the answer may not lie solely within traditional healthcare systems. Together, we unpack the growing “expectation gap” in women's health, the importance of becoming informed and connected to your own body, and why community, education and self-awareness are becoming essential parts of modern menopause support.12 Minute Breathwork Method: https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/breathwork/Watch The Menopause Coach (and see extra content from Adele): https://www.youtube.com/@TheAdeleJohnston____________Check out Adele's FREE symptom assessment here:https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/free-copy-of-our-symptom-assessment/ The Menopause Cheat Sheet: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ka-fN6J5DJW2J3IE0Qa80zFCKFXmTs4srlnlXYBf-gA/edit?usp=sharingIf you want a chat for your future success, fuel yourself here: https://calendly.com/adelejohnston/successchatDownload Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/Enquire about 121 coaching here : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfw6vrmKPE7A1eYDKQJiR9No7ZDdpfq-grBdKYjZSR-vl0Qag/viewformFor extra support: Support@adelejohnstoncoaching.com____________From your host : Adele JohnstonI'm Adele Johnston, a certified nutritionist and positive psychology coach, passionate about helping women improve their menopause health and reclaim who you are without menopause taking over.This is a time in your life where you get to feel vibrant, sexy and reclaim you again!I'm proud to work with women like you and have created a very successful proven Reclaiming You 3 STEP PROCESS to help you take back control of your body during your menopause.For more details : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/To get Adele's FREE 3-step Menopause Weight Loss Guide: https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/menopause-weight-loss-guide/

In this episode of Pillars of Wealth Creation, Todd Dexheimer interviews Neil Thubron about his background in coaching and sales training, along with the mindset needed to achieve success in life and business. Neil shares his “7 P's for Success”: Purpose, Preparation, Plan, Pledge, Perception, Pain, and Persistence. He explains how having clear goals, committing to a plan, and pushing through challenges are all essential for long-term growth. Todd and Neil also discuss the importance of both Logos and Pathos in business success — balancing the logical side of dollars and cents with the emotional connection people have to a business or brand. The conversation wraps up with practical advice on goal setting, scheduling time toward goals, using vision boards, and reconnecting weekly with your goals to create a plan for continued progress. Favorite Book/s: Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell Yucan: Achieve any Big Goal using the 7P formula for Success & Whiteboard Value Selling by Neil Thubron Pillars of Wealth Creation 1. Outsource as much as you can 2. Know your net asset value and know what your goal is for your net asset value, and set a goal to get there 3. Be a constant learner Neil Thubron is an executive coach, sales trainer, keynote speaker, and endurance athlete with more than 30 years of experience leading multinational sales organizations and coaching business leaders and teams. Through Neil Thubron Coaching & Consultancy, he helps organizations improve leadership, sales performance, and value-based communication. Neil is also the author of YUCAN: Achieve Any Big Goal, built around his “7P Formula for Success.” His coaching style combines real-world business leadership with lessons learned from completing some of the world's toughest endurance races, including winning the Yukon Arctic Ultra. If you would like to connect with Neil Thubron, visit www.neilthubron.com. YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

One thing that I don't like about Claude is that you get into this weird mental state: oh, I think I trust the model. Let's do the slot machine. Hit click, which puts you in an inactive mode of thinking.  Maybe it's better to use a worse model….Vincent Warmerdam, senior data professional and prolific open-source maintainer (some packages with over a million downloads), now Engineer at marimo, joins Hugo to talk about how the Python notebook is evolving from a static scratchpad into a working agent harness, and what it takes to stay in the loop as a developer when agents are writing most of the code. This episode was originally a livestream Q&A with the Vanishing Gradients audience.We Discuss:* Shared Notebook Canvas: Notebooks act as a shared memory space where agents and humans co-exist, enabling real-time visual feedback by direct manipulation of global state and UI elements;* Speed-of-Thought Models: Faster, open-weight models like Kimi K2 enhance exploratory flow by keeping humans more alert to the code, unlike frontier models that can induce passive thinking;* Pi as a Harness: Vincent favors an agent harness where agents extend themselves rather than reach for MCP, and where hooks can rigidly constrain which files an agent is allowed to read or touch;* Why PRDs Don't Fit Notebooks: Notebook work is fundamentally exploratory, so the discipline that works for shipping web apps does not transfer cleanly; the one exception is reproducing a paper;* Interactive Code Review: Interactive UIs (e.g., dragging integers) transform code into a physical object, incentivizing developers to actively review and understand agent logic;* Modular “Lego” Components: Provide agents with high-level, well-tested components (”Lego” code) instead of raw boilerplate, creating systems that are easier to debug and modulate;* Algorithm-Driven Visualization: Let the algorithm dictate the visualization needed, rather than choosing visualizations first, revealing the most interesting structures within the data;* Don't Outsource the Thinking: Pen and paper architectural planning, walks away from the keyboard, and protecting calm remain the most effective ways to keep producing good ideas in the age of AI-generated software.* Agent Auto-Healing: A marimo-specific linter solved 60% of agent errors overnight by letting agents diagnose and fix their own “slop” without complex prompt engineering;* Incremental Generation: Avoid monolithic LLM outputs; generate code one to two cells at a time to prevent laziness and ensure human oversight and learning;Vincent closes on the idea that calm, not the latest frontier model, is the most underrated tool for building well, and that we should study LLM output the way chess players studied the engines that beat them.Vincent gives several live demos toward the end of the episode. He describes them well enough to follow on audio, but the visuals are worth seeing, so check out the YouTube version here.You can also find the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.You can also interact directly with the transcript here in NotebookLM: If you do so, let us know anything you find in the comments!

Joe Truzman details how Iran and its proxy, Kata'ib Hezbollah, outsource low-tech attacks against Jewish targets in Europe. He also discusses Israel's ongoing pursuit of justice for October 7th victims. Bill Roggio joins the conversation. (14/16)1959

I sat down with Suken Jain, leadership coach, marketing consultant, and host of The Sync Leadership Lab podcast, to talk about one of the most relatable pivots out there: leaving a 20-year corporate career to bet on yourself. Suken shares how burnout, a layoff, and a mindset shift led him to launch his coaching business at 42, and how he's used his podcast as a long-game brand-building tool rather than a quick revenue stream. We also dig into the power of "humble confidence," what it means to plant seeds in business and actually be patient enough to water them, the value of working with our podcast production team, and how awareness of different communication styles, especially across gender, can make you a better leader, interviewer, and human. Key Topics:Suken's 20-year corporate career and what led to his burnout moment in 2021.Making the midlife pivot at 42 and why 40 is often a turning point for career reinvention.How a layoff became the unexpected catalyst for launching his coaching and consulting business.The financial realities of entrepreneurship and the 3–5 year runway most don't want to hear about.Why Suken started The Sync Leadership Lab podcast and how it serves as a brand-building tool for his business."Planting seeds" - the long game of business development, referrals, and showing up consistently.When and why he decided to hand off podcast editing and production - and what to look for in a production partner.The value of editing your own podcast first before outsourcing it.Gender-aware communication: how Suken developed sensitivity to different communication styles and why it matters in leadership and interviews.The concept of "humble confidence" - balancing what you know with openness to what you don't.What's next for The Sync Leadership Lab: bigger guests, broader reach, and a former USC quarterback's story.Follow Suken on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukenjain/Follow Suken on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachsuken/Email Suken: suken@synergysyncsolutions.comLet's Connect!Apply to join the Podcast Growth Retainer: https://forms.gle/Jvh1p5vbs47omkho7Book Your Podcast Consultation Today: https://www.pivotballchange.com/servicesLaunch Your Podcast with Pivot Ball Change: https://www.pivotballchange.com/servicesFollow Pivot Ball Change on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivotballchange/Visit Pivot Ball Change's Website: https://www.pivotballchange.com/

Ryan Holiday argues that while AI can generate outputs, it cannot generate wisdom. Drawing on a story from Seneca about a Roman who used educated slaves to sound intelligent, he compares outsourcing thinking to outsourcing exercise: the value comes from becoming the kind of person who can do the work, not simply producing the answer. The conversation explores the difference between useful cognitive offloading and surrendering judgment entirely. Ryan explains that while tools like GPS may replace navigation skills without much consequence, writing, decision-making, and critical thinking shape the person on the other side of the process. AI, he argues, tends to amplify existing tendencies. People satisfied with mediocre work will settle faster, while people pushing for exceptional work can use AI to refine and challenge their thinking. Throughout the episode, Stoicism serves as a counterweight to both panic and hype. Change and uncertainty are constants throughout history, not exceptions. Ryan reflects on leadership, family, adaptability, and skepticism, arguing that in a world where AI can confidently produce both insight and nonsense, the ability to question, verify, and think independently becomes increasingly valuable.Key Takeaways:  You cannot outsource wisdom AI can generate answers, but judgment and understanding still come from doing the work yourself. AI amplifies who you already are People who settle for mediocre work will do so faster with AI. People who push for better work can use it to deepen and refine their thinking. Bullshit detection is becoming a core skill As AI produces increasingly convincing answers, skepticism and verification become essential. Change is not new The Stoics viewed uncertainty and disruption as constants of human life. AI may feel unprecedented, but humans have always had to adapt to major change. Agency matters more than ever You cannot control technological change, but you can control how you respond to it and how you choose to use it.   Ryan's website: ryanholiday.net Daily Stoic: dailystoic.com/podcast/ 00:00 Intro: You Can't Outsource Wisdom00:29 Meet Ryan Holiday02:03 The Dream Was To Work Less03:07 Who Actually Gets The Time?06:32 Leadership, Culture, And Family First08:38 How Will You Measure Your Life?10:11 The Stoic View Of Change14:44 AI Hallucinations And Shameless Confidence17:21 You Cannot Outsource Wisdom19:08 Cognitive Offloading Vs Real Understanding20:22 Ego, Flattery, And AI22:52 AI As Editor And Thought Partner24:59 Mediocre Vs Exceptional Work31:15 Why Bullshit Detection Matters38:06 Stoicism, Agency, And Adapting To Change43:31 The Debrief For more prompts, tips, and AI tools. Check out our website: https://www.beyondtheprompt.ai/ or follow Jeremy or Henrik on Linkedin:Henrik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/werdelinJeremy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyutley Show edited by Emma Cecilie Jensen.

The SEC's amended Regulation S-P raises the bar on how investment advisors protect customer data — and the compliance timeline isn't moving. In this episode of the Ncast, Rafael DeLeon sits down with Tracy Soehle, Associate General Counsel at the Investment Advisors Association, to work through what the rule demands in practice: building an incident response program, meeting the 30-day notification requirement, and managing service providers in a regulatory environment that still leaves a lot open to interpretation.For RIAs, this isn't just a compliance exercise. It runs directly through fiduciary duty — and Tracy walks through how firms can meet that obligation while navigating vendor relationships that don't always cooperate.In this episode:The two most significant changes in amended Reg S-P: mandatory incident response programs and the 30-day customer notification requirementWhy that 30-day clock is harder than it sounds — and what firms need in place before a breach happensWhat "reasonable assurances" from vendors actually means when the rule doesn't require it in the contractWhich service providers will renegotiate and which won't — and how to document the diligence either wayWhy you can delegate notification to a vendor but can't delegate the liabilityData mapping as the non-negotiable foundation of the entire programWhat SEC examiners are asking for and what "reasonably designed" has to mean in practiceTo get insights on how your peers are managing third-party risks, download our State of Third-Party Risk Management Survey: https://www.ncontracts.com/state-of-third-party-risk-management-survey-report

Send a question or message to Kate & SamWelcome to Episode 9 of the Roadmap to Business Success series, and the final episode of Quadrant 2: Keep More | Profitable Operations!You can't outsource chaos. Before you bring anyone into your business, you need systems, clarity, and a clear understanding of what you're actually handing off. In this episode, Kate and Sam get practical about the smartest way to automate, delegate, outsource, and hire — in that order."Systems before staff. You cannot delegate chaos."In this episode, you will learn:The automate → delegate → hire framework: Why this is the right order , and what goes wrong when business owners skip straight to hiring before foundations are in placeZone of genius vs everything else: How to identify the tasks only you should be doing, the tasks AI can handle, and the tasks that need a humanHow AI is replacing the need for a VA: How Sam used the Claude Chrome extension to build detailed standard operating procedures while she played games on her phoneHire slow, fire fast: Why hiring should be a financial decision before a workload decision, and why desperation hiring almost always goes wrongWrite your job ad for culture, not just skills: How to attract the right candidates from the first line, including Sam's hidden keyword trick that instantly filters out applicants who lack attention to detailLayla Hormozi's five C's: Compliance, clarity, culture, connection, and checkback, the framework Sam incorporated into her most recent hiring processGive people responsibility, not just tasks: Why the best hires want ownership and autonomy, and how a long-term vision keeps them loyalThis episode wraps up Quadrant 2. Next up — Quadrant 3: Grow Smart | Capacity.Join the Workshop: Kate and Sam are hosting Profit Unlocked on Wednesday 20 May, 9–10:30am AWST | 11am–12:30pm AEST What is it? 90 minutes of live profitability coaching. Every participant walks away with a personalised report.

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this episode, Peter explores one of the most foundational topics underlying nearly everything discussed on the podcast: how to think scientifically. Framed as an introspective deep dive, he examines why scientific thinking is inherently difficult for humans, the cognitive biases and tendencies that make it challenging to separate belief from evidence, and why these challenges are even more consequential in today's environment saturated with misinformation. He also offers a framework for improving our ability to evaluate claims, question assumptions, and identify a personal panel of experts, providing listeners with practical tools to become more disciplined and effective thinkers. We discuss: Topics to be covered and goals for this episode [2:00]; Scientific thinking: hypotheses, uncertainty, and the process of ruling out explanations [3:45]; How scientific knowledge differs from mathematical proof: useful approximations, evolving evidence, and acting under uncertainty [8:00]; Why scientific thinking is difficult: evolution, social instincts, and the need for deliberate practice [13:30]; Systems and tools designed to correct human bias [18:15]; How to think scientifically pt. 1: Notice when you're feeling certain [20:30]; How to think scientifically pt. 2: Judge the process, not just the conclusion [23:00]; How to think scientifically pt. 3: Notice when identity is shaping your beliefs [28:15]; How to think scientifically pt. 4: Don't confuse criticism with understanding [33:45]; How to think scientifically pt. 5: Outsource your thinking carefully [36:15]; Evaluating who to trust: incentives, consensus, and red flags in scientific credibility [45:15]; Science as a self-correcting system: why updating with evidence is a strength, not a weakness [49:00]; The key principles of scientific thinking, and a practical framework for evaluating claims and improving judgment [50:45]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Some people want God to fix what they refuse to work on. Prayer is powerful, but it was never meant to be a magic pill that replaces our responsibility to love and take action. Whether it's your marriage, your children, or your finances, true faith means moving your feet—because when you finally start acting on His word, that is when the Lord works with you to bring the breakthrough. #FULLTANKwithBroBo​ #FULLTANKwithBroBo2026​ #BoSanchez​ #FaithInAction​ #ParentingTips​ #RelationshipGoals​ #SpiritualMaturity​ #TrulyRichMindset​ #PrayerAndAction​ #Discipleship​ #Grace​ #CFAHomeschool​---PS. Are You A Parent?Are you thinking about Homeschooling for your kids?My wife and I have homeschooled our two boys.Looking back, it's one of the BEST decisions we've ever made.It gave us the space to pass on our values.It also gave them space to explore their passions and interests.If you want to know more about homeschooling and to find out if it is for your kids, check out this link: www.facebook.com/CFAHomeschool or cfa.edu.phTo support my mission work, click this link now! http://BuyMeACoffee.com/brotherbosanchez

More businesses are outsourcing lead generation rather than building in-house teams. This guide covers the key benefits, common trade-offs, and what to look for in a provider. Go to https://www.certifiedsetters.com for more information. Certified Setters City: Miami Address: 1000 Brickell Ave Website: https://www.certifiedsetters.com

Most people want healing… but they don't want the responsibility.In this powerful episode of Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa Whyte sits down with chef, cancer survivor, and author Chuck Hayworth to challenge everything you think you know about healing.Diagnosed in his early twenties with a rare stomach cancer, Chuck didn't just recover—he rebuilt his life from the inside out. Through discipline, intentional nutrition, and a complete mindset shift, he transformed food into a healing strategy, not just survival.This conversation goes beyond inspiration. It's a wake-up call.You'll learn:Why healing requires ownership, not outsourcingHow food either fuels recovery or accelerates declineThe real role of gut health, fasting, and inflammationWhy “healthy food” isn't always healthy for youHow to rebuild your life after diagnosis, burnout, or breakdownChuck also shares the mission behind Real Medical Meals—his nationwide initiative to supportpatients and caregivers navigating chronic illness and recovery.If you're ready to stop waiting for change and start taking responsibility for your healing, this episode will shift your perspective—permanently.Connect & Deep DiveReady to shift your perspective permanently? Grab Chuck's book and explore his journey in detail:Read the Book: A Chef's Recovery by Chuck HayworthLinkedIn: Connect with Chuck HayworthListen now and take your power back.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Imagine if balancing family, work, and personal life wasn't about doing more, but about getting the right help?In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany shares how outsourcing can be a game-changer for busy women managing multiple responsibilities. After years of struggling with trying to do it all, Tiffany learned that asking for help wasn't a failure; it was a strategic decision. She explains how outsourcing tasks like laundry, house cleaning, and even grocery shopping can save you hours each week, giving you the time and energy to focus on what truly matters.Tiffany also emphasizes the importance of shifting your mindset. Instead of asking, “Can I afford to get help?” She encourages women to ask, “Can I afford not to get help?” By making small, episodic investments in your time, you can create a life that feels more sustainable and less chaotic.What You'll LearnThe first tasks to outsource for busy familiesHow outsourcing can help reduce mental and emotional energyWhy prioritizing rest is key to maintaining productivityHow to shift from "Can I afford help?" to "Can I afford not to get help?"Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(01:36) How to decide the first task to outsource(06:10) Using episodic outsourcing strategically(07:12) Paying for help without financial pressure(11:23) Understanding tradeoffs and real math(12:43) Tiffany's personal outsourcing turning point (15:26) Highest ROI time-buying outsourcing options(17:36) Simple outsourcing decision frameworkWant to learn more about outsourcing? Check out these fan favorites:Do It or Delegate It: An Up Close Look at My In-Home Help Stop Doing Your Laundry4 Unpopular Decisions We Made to Build Our Two-Career HomeThe Economics of Doing EverythingFor more from Tiffany:Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauderLearn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode: Created in partnership with Share Your Genius www.shareyourgenius.com Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

In today's episode of Biz Besties, we're wrapping up our 3-part Business Formula series focused on sales, marketing, and operations, with a deep dive into operations. We'll break down the strategies you need to implement in your business to streamline processes (to make more money) and create a smooth, efficient workflow.What you'll learn from today's episode:Why easy payments are key: Automate payments with systems like Stripe or Kajabi to save time and improve customer experience.Stop using e-transfers and Venmo: Implement recurring payments and credit card options to streamline operations.Delegate to reduce pressure: Outsource tasks to free up your time and focus on high-level business growth.Client experience matters: Use systems for consistent, high-quality client onboarding and communication.The first hires you need: Bring in an accountant, VA, or tech specialist when you're ready to scale.Automate for efficiency: Set up automation to save hours each week and minimize mistakes.Creating solid systems and automating your processes will not only make your business run more smoothly but will also allow you to spend more time on what matters most. It's all about getting out of the weeds, bringing in the right people, and setting up systems that support your vision. Start small, automate where you can, and delegate the rest!Next week, we're diving into the fourth pillar of business: energy. We'll discuss why your energy as the business owner is crucial to the success of your business, and how to keep it high vibe and aligned. Stay tuned!Book your custom business audit with Kaila: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/auditTake our FREE quiz: https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/quizMy Aligned Purpose Podcast is your go-to space for women entrepreneurs ready to dream bigger, build million-dollar brands, and grow thriving businesses. For over 5.5 years, we've been guiding women around the world in combining strategy with soul—blending sales, marketing, manifestation, mindset, and community to create unstoppable growth.Each week, you'll leave feeling inspired, supported, and motivated to step into the next level of your vision. Whether you're just starting out or scaling into seven figures, this podcast is here to remind you that you're not alone—and that with the right mix of strategy and alignment, anything is possible.It's time to tap into community, embrace abundance, and grow your business on purpose.Follow along at:https://www.instagram.com/myalignedpurpose/https://www.myalignedpurpose.com/https://www.youtube.com/@MyAlignedPurposehttps://www.facebook.com/myalignedpurpose

When does outsourcing actually make sense in talent acquisition?In this episode, Johnny sits down with Gemma Milner (PwC) to unpack one of the toughest decisions TA leaders face: build in-house or partner externally. From cleaning messy data to redesigning the entire hiring model, Gemma shares what it really takes to make a confident, evidence-based call.If you're weighing flexibility, cost, and experience, this conversation brings clarity to a complex decision.

⚡️Click Here To Text Monique!In this episode, Monique talks directly to women of color about how to stop just getting by and start actually moving forward. When everything feels messy and unpredictable, it is hard to find the headspace to think about growth. Monique gets real about why you need to know where you stand in your own healing and how to handle the nerves that pop up when you start betting on yourself. Listen in for some real-world steps to help you plan for what is next and build the grit you need to handle whatever life throws at you.MENTIONEDTressi (Tressie McMillan Cottom)LINKSYouTube channel Join Monique's NewsletterGEMS DROPPED“The ​fact ​of ​the ​matter ​is ​that ​investing ​is ​a ​future ​oriented ​opportunity, ​A ​​future ​oriented ​exercise. ​You ​have ​to ​be ​focused ​on ​what ​is ​here ​and ​what ​is ​available ​to ​me ​going ​forward. ​If ​you ​are ​trapped ​in ​the ​never ​again, ​you ​can't ​properly ​assess ​and ​attach ​yourself ​to ​the ​return ​on ​a ​future ​investment. ​Like ​you ​won't ​take ​the ​time ​to ​plant ​the ​seeds ​because ​you ​are ​not ​familiar ​with ​or ​you're ​not ​engaging ​with ​the ​sweetness ​of ​that ​future ​fruit.”“The ​first ​thing ​I ​want ​to ​acknowledge ​is ​that ​​it's ​really ​hard ​to ​leap ​into ​a ​season ​of ​​thriving, ​a ​season ​of  ​acceleration. ​​It's ​hard ​to ​accelerate ​when ​you're ​still ​recovering. ​​And ​I ​think ​we ​have ​to ​be ​honest ​with ​ourselves ​about ​that ​because you ​can't ​shortcut a ​recovery ​process. ​​You ​can't ​skip ​past ​or ​circumvent ​a ​​wound ​that ​is ​still ​healing.”“It's ​still ​hard ​to ​believe ​ ​and ​rest ​in ​our ​​seasons ​of ​abundance ​when ​our ​hearts, ​our ​spirits ​are ​still ​trapped ​in the ​story ​of ​recovery ​or ​actual ​recovery.”“What we gained through our challenges is just as important as the pain we experienced. Both are true.” STAY IN TOUCHCome and follow me on Instagram @moniquershields or YouTube and I would love your feedback so send an email to ambition@moniquershields.com. Apply for the CLAIMED June 2026 Group Coaching Accelerator cohort HERE

Thinking about outsourcing your medical billing? Before you make a decision, you need to listen to this episode. We hear the same three fears from practice owners every single day: "It's going to be too much work to transition," "It's going to cost too much," and "What if the next team is just as bad as my current team?" In this episode, we break down those fears honestly. We aren't here to pitch you — we're here to give you a decision guide. We cover the exact signs that tell you your practice is ready to outsource, and just as importantly, the 3 signs that you are not ready to make the switch.  If you are an OB/GYN or Urgent Care practice owner who is tired of guessing about your revenue, this episode will help you decide if an RCM partner is the right next step for your growth. We cover: The real math behind the cost of an in-house biller vs. an outsourced team What a successful transition actually looks like (hint: you shouldn't be doing the heavy lifting) Why having a strong Office Manager is the #1 requirement for outsourcing success The 3 operational red flags that mean you should keep your billing in-house  Free Practice Resources: Download the Free Eligibility Verification Guide: https://natrevmd.com/eligibility-billing-verification/ Get the 2026 Margin Protection Playbook: https://natrevmd.com/margin-playbook Want to see if you qualify for a billing metric audit? Check us out here: https://natrevmd.com 

Why AI won't build your business Everyone is asking AI the wrong question and getting the same useless answer. In this episode, Colin C. Campbell and Michele Van Tilborg break down why AI is a powerful multiplier but not a replacement for entrepreneurial instinct, and how the real advantage comes from better inputs, better questions, and real-world execution. Hosts: Colin C. Campbell, Michele Van Tilborg

In this episode of Off The Clock, Shawn Gervais and Marshall Hill take you from brewing mystery beer and dropping $6,000 on airline tickets to a massive wake-up call for the detailing industry. With shop owners panicking about the economy and claiming customers won't pay for "frivolous luxuries" , the guys break down exactly how to pivot your pitch to keep closing high-ticket ceramic coatings regardless of what the market is doing.What starts as off-the-clock banter about wild midwest weather and the good ol' days of $59 Southwest flights shifts into hard-hitting business strategy. Shawn and Marshall tackle the "wartime" mentality needed to survive and thrive when your competitors are literally dumping their businesses out of fear. They debate the difference between forcing a 21-day "habit" and simply creating a ritual , dropping the ultimate truth bomb: if you want it bad enough, you can start a diet halfway through a bag of chips.The core of the episode is the ultimate sales pivot. If your customers are scared of the economy, stop selling them a shiny, mirror-like finish. Instead, Shawn outlines how to sell asset protection by asking customers about their long-term financial plans for the vehicle. They introduce the "first strike" insurance concept—throwing in a free 15-minute spot-correction for shopping cart dings to push the coating sale over the finish line. Plus, learn how to stop treating AI as just a chatbot and start using Luna like a boss to analyze your week, automate your sales, and instantly draft up legal waivers for your shop.If you're blaming the economy for a drop in sales, this episode is your blueprint to become "everything proof". Stop making excuses, build your cushion, and get shit done.⚡ Key TakeawaysSell Protection, Not Shine: In a tight economy, customers hesitate on frivolous luxuries, so shift your pitch away from gloss and toward asset protection and financial longevity.The "First Strike" Policy: Close more coatings by throwing in a free 15-minute spot correction for minor dings, giving nervous buyers an unbeatable insurance policy.Wartime Rituals > 21-Day Habits: Stop waiting for a habit to form. When things get tough, you just have to execute—you can start a diet halfway through a bag of chips.Report to AI: Flip the script and use tools like Luna as your "boss" to analyze your week, spot your flaws, and draft up custom legal waivers for your service add-ons.Take Your Own Medicine: Detailers pitch themselves as professionals so clients don't do the work themselves, yet refuse to hire accountants or bookkeepers. Outsource your weaknesses.Build an Everything-Proof Cushion: Relying on high volume and healthy margins means you won't be forced to panic and raise prices when the supply chain or market gets unstable.

Most business owners want to outsource social media as fast as possible.I think that's a mistake. Your voice, your story, and your connection with your audience should not be handed off too soon.That's exactly what I'm talking about in this Maggie's Moment.

Outsourcing your marketing can feel like a big step. Many service providers reach a point where they know marketing matters, but managing everything themselves becomes overwhelming.   Between serving clients, running a business, and trying to stay visible online, marketing often turns into another responsibility competing for your time and energy.   In this episode, I walk through what outsourcing your marketing actually looks like, how a marketing partnership works behind the scenes, and what you should think about before hiring a marketing strategist.   If you've ever wondered how to outsource your marketing while still keeping your voice, your stories, and your personality in your content, this episode is for you.      In this episode I talk about: Why outsourcing marketing is often about support, not handing everything off What a marketing strategist actually does behind the scenes How storytelling helps keep your marketing authentic Ways your voice, phrases, and personality are built into your content Why collaboration is still important when you outsource marketing The difference between working with a marketing agency and working with an individual strategist What to expect when investing in marketing support     Mentioned: Youtube Live: Personal Branding and Simplifying Marketing Storytelling Social Media Prompts   Book a Free Call: https://beesimplified.com   Let's Connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancamarissasmith/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beesimplified  

How do you know when you're abandoning yourself? And why do so many of us stay in situations that slowly erode our sense of self?In this episode, I'm joined by Sandra Silverman, an author who shares her journey of rebuilding her life after leaving a 27-year toxic relationship.We talk about the cycle of toxic relationships, including gaslighting, love bombing, and self-blame, the role of past trauma in shaping our relationship patterns, and why learning to feel safe within yourself is essential before you can feel safe with someone else.Sandra also shares what it takes to rebuild your sense of self after years of emotional pain, and why healing is a process that requires you to face, rather than avoid, your emotions.This episode is about recognising where you may be abandoning yourself, and how choosing yourself can change everything.Sandra Silverman is an author and podcast host who shares her experiences with toxic relationships, personal transformation, and self-worth. After leaving a 27-year relationship, she now helps others recognise unhealthy patterns and rebuild their lives from the inside out.Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction(01:24) Procedures And Validation(02:53) Boundaries And Escalation(03:39) Gaslighting Narcissist Cycle(06:04) Why She Stayed for 27 Years(07:20) Choosing Divorce And Books(10:04) Healing Takes Time(11:10) Vacation Exit And Divorce(12:36) Acceptance And Empathy(14:41) Past Trauma And Blame(18:12) Safety In Relationships(19:04) Feeling Safe Alone(19:38) Stop Chasing Quick Fixes(21:25) Sober Through The Pain(22:22) Rebound To Roster(24:05) Solo Reset And Coaching(25:08) Daily Self Care Tools(26:31) Cosmetic Work With Intention(27:44) Social Media Beauty Pressure(30:17) Advice For Young Women(32:00) Purpose Through Books And Show(33:55) Whats Next(35:14) Advice To 18 Year Old Self(35:53) Final ThanksConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: contact@nickbracks.comConnect with Sandra:Website: https://www.sandralenasilverman.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI is not the problem. The real question is what it may be replacing in your business and your life. As business owners, many of us use AI, automation, and tools to save time and simplify work. The tools themselves are not the issue. The issue is discernment. Technology can support your work, or it can slowly replace the very things that keep you grounded and led by God. In this episode, we talk about how to use AI wisely without allowing convenience to turn into dependence. You will learn how to keep God's voice and direction at the center of your business while still using modern tools to support your work. When your business is truly God-led, no tool can replace prayer, discernment, and obedience. I pray this blesses you!   Ready to Make Consistent Income From a Podcast?  Join my 5-Day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp! I'll show you how to create a podcast that makes steady income on autopilot—without relying on social media.

What if you could only work one hour a day? In this episode, Ari Meisel, founder of Less Doing, shares the mindset and systems that helped him rethink productivity, build a more replaceable role as a founder, and create dramatically more output without doing everything himself.After a Crohn's disease diagnosis forced him to conserve energy, Ari began asking a better question: What actually needs to be done, and what truly needs to be done by me? That question led to his OAO framework: Optimize, Automate, Outsource.Ari breaks down how entrepreneurs can stop being the chef, cook, and bottle washer in their own business by building real systems, not just relying on hustle. He shares how to create an effective idea-capture pipeline, why async communication can give founders back control of their time, and how he built an AI chief of staff to handle everything from scheduling and social media to budgeting, disputes, and follow-up tasks.John and Rich also unpack what it really means to measure productivity, where AI can create leverage without adding complexity, and how founders can start reclaiming hours right away.If you want to work less, achieve more, and build a business that does not depend on you for every decision, this episode is for you.Learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/productivity-coach-entrepreneur/

₹15 Cr in revenue.A crowded toy market. And a big ambition to build a brand that can go global.In this episode, Yash Thombare and Vedang Nalawade, Co-Founders of Clapstore Toys, join Shantanu Deshpande (Founder & CEO, Bombay Shaving Company) along with Aditya Sehgal (Founder, Asgard. world | Ex-President & COO, Reckitt) for a sharp conversation on building a fast-growing toy brand focused on affordable, mass-market products for Indian families.From vendor dependence and manufacturing choices to distribution and category expansion, the panel breaks down the real decisions founders face while growing a D2C brand.They also tackle a tough reality in categories like toys, where repeat purchases are limited, and competition is often generic. Also, for Clapstore, the path to competing globally lies in continuous product innovation. Problems we solve in this episode:1. What should founders prioritise to scale from ₹15 Cr to ₹50 Cr?2. In low-repeat categories, should founders focus on repeat purchases or customer acquisition?3. As a brand scales, should founders own manufacturing or outsource it?4. How to Design Products When Buyer and User Are Different?If you're building a D2C brand, consumer startup, or manufacturing-led business, this episode offers a practical look at the real decisions founders face while scaling!Navigate your way through these chapters00:00 Coming Up01:00 Introduction01:48 The Vision Behind Clapstore04:36 Scaling from ₹15Cr to ₹50Cr13:17 Repeat Purchases or Customer Acquisition?18:51 How Unique Design Language and Partnerships Drive Growth31:30 Own Manufacturing or Outsource?39:06 Innovation or Manufacturing: Clapstore's Moat44:20 Designing Products When Buyers Aren't Users48:55 Closing Thoughts

What happens when Christians stop thinking for themselves — and hand that job to AI? In this episode of Refining Rhetoric, host Robert Bortins sits down with Dr. Ben Holloway — philosopher, professor at Judson College at Southeastern Seminary, and incoming Bruce Little Chair of Christian Philosophy — to explore why classical Christian education depends on mastering language, logic, and the great books. From defending the faith against hard questions to why you simply cannot outsource your thinking to a machine, this is a conversation that will challenge and equip every homeschool family to love wisdom and pursue truth. Dr. Ben Holloway grew up in England, spent his 20s playing in a band and preaching the gospel with no formal education, then moved to America at 34 with his wife, two kids, and 29 boxes — and started his bachelor's degree at Moody Bible Institute. That late-in-life educational journey shapes everything about how he teaches and what he believes education is for. The conversation opens with a rich discussion of Christian philosophy — not as an abstract academic exercise, but as the indispensable tool Christians have always used to answer the questions the Bible doesn't directly address. From the early church borrowing the language of "substance" and "persons" from Greek philosophy to describe the Trinity, to the everyday challenge of interpreting a difficult passage of Scripture, philosophy and language are inescapably central to the Christian life. Dr. Holloway makes a compelling case that language is foundational to how we know God. Because God chose to reveal himself through 66 books, Christians are permanently and inescapably committed to the hard work of interpretation. You cannot outsource that to anyone — and certainly not to AI. He explains that AI isn't a reasoning machine; it's a pattern-matching product built to please customers, not to pursue truth. Students who try to use it before developing their own thinking ability won't just miss the learning — they'll also be incapable of evaluating what AI produces. What You'll Learn: - What Christian philosophy actually is — and why you can't do good theology without it - Why language is one of the most mysterious and important features of God's creation - How to read the Bible the way the author intended — not just the way it "speaks to you" - Three practical techniques for interpreting any difficult text correctly - Why Christians specifically cannot outsource their thinking to AI — and what's at stake if they try - Why using AI before you've learned to think is worse than not using it at all - The surprising connection between Homer's *Iliad* and the biblical meaning of glory and honor - Why hard-earned education is one of God's greatest gifts — and what we rob students of when we shortcut it   00:00 — Introduction & Dr. Holloway's Background 01:44 — Growing Up in England, Ministry Without a Degree & Coming to America 03:11 — Discovering a Calling to Teach at Moody Bible Institute 04:22 — What Makes Judson College Unique: Theory Meets Practice 05:07 — What Is Christian Philosophy — and Why Does It Matter? 06:27 — How the Early Church Used Philosophy to Describe the Trinity 08:26 — Language, God's Creation & Why It's So Mysterious 10:07 — How Language Connects to Truth and Education 12:11 — Why Christians Can't Outsource Bible Reading to AI 13:43 — Who Gets to Fix the Meaning of a Text? The Author, Not You 15:03 — Why You Shouldn't Skip the Parts of Scripture That Don't "Apply" to You 17:02 — Three Techniques for Interpreting Difficult Texts Correctly 21:25 — Honor, Glory & What Homer Teaches Us About the Bible 24:17 — Bethlehem, Lambs & the Depth of God's Storytelling (with Robert) 25:38 — AI, Thinking & Why You Have to Learn Without It First 29:10 — The Ethics of AI in the Classroom: Why It's a Form of Deception 31:05 — Handwriting, Blue Books & Seeing Students' Work 36:19 — The Satisfaction of Hard-Earned Learning 39:36 — Philosophy Means "Love of Wisdom" — and That's the Point 41:12 — About Judson College: Preview Days, Campus Visits & April 16 Experience Day 43:07 — Closing Thoughts: Christians, Culture & the Duty of This Generation   Resources: https://judsoncollege.com/   This episode of Refining Rhetoric is sponsored by Worldview Academy: Students call Worldview Academy the best week of their lives. Through week-long summer leadership camps for teens, Worldview Academy trains Christians to think and live in accord with a biblical worldview so they can better serve Christ and engage the culture around them. Worldview Academy reinforces what students are learning at home and at church and trains this generation to apply that knowledge to the challenging cultural issues they're facing. To find a camp near you or learn more about Worldview's weekend conferences and other resources for families, visit www.worldview.org

When to outsource your bookkeeping, how outsourcing compares to hiring an in-house bookkeeper, and best practices for working effectively with a bookkeeping service. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/599-outsource-your-bookkeeping/ Knowing when to outsource your bookkeeping is an important decision for small business owners. As your business grows, bookkeeping becomes more complex, more time-consuming, and more critical to making informed decisions. In this episode, Henry Lopez is joined by bookkeeping expert Jodi Arrant to discuss when it makes sense to outsource your bookkeeping instead of doing it yourself or hiring a bookkeeper in-house. They explore the common signs that indicate it's time to get help, the advantages of outsourcing, and what to look for when choosing a professional bookkeeping service. Henry and Jodi also explain how business owners should work effectively with a bookkeeper to ensure accurate financial reports and better decision-making. Even when you outsource bookkeeping, Henry emphasizes that business owners must stay engaged with their financials and review their reports regularly. "If you're running your business without accurate financials, you're steering partially blind." - Henry Lopez They also discuss practical best practices for reviewing financial reports, communicating with your bookkeeper, and building the processes needed to keep your financial records accurate and useful. Henry also shares more about The How of Business: Bookkeeping, a service designed specifically for small business owners who want professional bookkeeping support without hiring a full-time bookkeeper. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run, grow and exit your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com

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In the inaugural Family Office Roundtable at VC10X, host Prashant sits down with Ronald Diamond, Founder & Chairman of Diamond Wealth, and Wendy Craft, CEO of Elle Family Office, for a candid conversation on what's really happening inside family offices today.From AI tools that are already replacing analysts, to the private equity liquidity crisis, to the $124 trillion wealth transfer heading to the next generation.⭐ Sponsored by Podcast10x - Podcasting agency for VCs - https://podcast10x.comWhat we cover:- How AI is transforming deal flow, due diligence & the analyst role- Where family offices are allocating right now — and what's broken in private equity- Why after-tax returns are the only number that matters- The rise of ETFs and tax-loss harvesting as game changers for families- SFO vs. MFO — and why 85-90% of family offices shouldn't exist- Next gen wealth transfer & why most families are failing at it- The role of family office capital in solving real-world problemsTimestamps:(00:00) - Introduction: The Future of Family Offices(01:26) - Welcoming Guests: Ronald Diamond & Wendy Craft(02:18) - The Role of AI in Family Offices(03:40) - A Cautious Approach to AI Investment(04:52) - How AI is Disrupting Due Diligence(07:43) - Replacing Analysts with AI to Cut Costs(09:42) - AI Efficiency vs. The Need for Human Oversight(11:17) - Case Study: How Large Families Use AI for Efficiency(13:12) - Can AI Handle Proactive Deal Sourcing?(14:16) - The Importance of Human Networks in Deal Flow(15:58) - Portfolio Construction: Public vs. Private Markets(17:52) - The Problem with Private Equity's Long Lock-up Periods(19:57) - Contrasting Private Equity with the Family Office Model(22:30) - The Tax Angle: Liquidity vs. Long-Term Investment(24:10) - The Growing Focus on After-Tax Returns(27:00) - The Emergence of ETFs for Tax Efficiency(29:13) - Venture Capital Investing Styles for Family Offices(31:28) - Why Inexperienced Family Offices Should Outsource VC(34:26) - The Rise of OCIOs for Next-Generation Wealth Management(35:54) - The Future: Outsourcing to MFOs and OCIOs(38:22) - MFOs vs. OCIOs: What's the Difference?(41:28) - Educating and Including the Next Generation(44:20) - How the Next Generation's Investment Interests Differ(45:00) - The Philanthropic Potential of Family Offices(48:01) - Youth's Belief in AI to Solve Societal Issues(49:23) - The Negative Impact of Technology on Mental Health(54:55) - Portfolio Hedges: Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin(56:31) - The Evolution of Cryptocurrency as an Asset Class(58:13) - Skepticism and Risks in the Crypto Market(01:02:43) - Interest in Gold, Silver, and Critical Minerals(01:03:23) - Parting Advice for Family Offices(01:03:54) - Ron's Advice: Run it Like a Business or Outsource(01:04:56) - Wendy's Advice: The Efficiency of MFOs for Most Families--Guests:

Outsourcing podcast Learn more about this outsourcing podcast and Inside Outsourcing here: https://www.outsourceaccelerator.com/podcast/inside-outsourcing-podcast-series/   We're publishing the entire book, Inside Outsourcing, written by Derek Gallimore, on this podcast feed over the coming weeks. This episode: Episode 577 - Chapter 4.1.3 Outsourcing Requirements, & Chapter 4.2.1 Ways to Outsource If you're tuning in for the first time, go back to Episode 563 to catch the book from the beginning. — — — About the book: Inside Outsourcing: How Remote Work, Offshoring & Global Employment is Changing the World Outsourcing has long been criticized for low wages and poor conditions, yet nearly every major company—from Apple to JP Morgan—depends on it. Once a $200 billion industry limited to multinationals, outsourcing is now accessible to small and mid-sized firms, offering up to 70% savings and access to a global talent pool of 2 billion professionals. Inside Outsourcing unpacks the industry's evolution, misconceptions, and future—offering clear insights and practical guidance for businesses ready to harness outsourcing as a driver of innovation and growth.   NOTES on listening: We will be publishing full chapters of the book over the coming weeks. Start with Ep 563 first, and tune in next week for the following chapter(s). Please share with your friends.   Get a copy of the book: You can buy a full version of Inside Outsourcing for yourself from Amazon - with audio, Kindle, and hardcopy available. https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Outsourcing-Offshoring-Employment-Changing/dp/1739623002   Please leave a review: If you've listened to the book and enjoyed it, please support us by leaving a review on Amazon or Goodreads. https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Outsourcing-Offshoring-Employment-Changing/dp/1739623002 or https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61210866-inside-outsourcing Enjoy.   Start Outsourcing Outsource Accelerator can help you transform your business with outsourcing. Get in touch now, or use one of the resources below.   Business Process Outsourcing Get a Free Quote - Connect with 3 verified outsourcing experts & see how outsourcing can transform your business Book a Discovery Call - See how Outsource Accelerator can help you enhance your company's innovation and growth with outsourcing The Top 40 BPOs - We have compiled this review of the most notable 40 Business Process Outsourcing companies in the Philippines Outsourcing Calculator - This tool provides you with invaluable insight into the potential savings outsourcing can do for your business Outsourcing Salary Guide - Access the comprehensive guide to payroll salary compensation, benefits, and allowances in the Philippines Outsourcing Accelerator Podcast - Subscribe and listen to the world's leading outsourcing podcast, hosted by Derek Gallimore Payoneer - The leading global B2B payment solution for the outsourcing industry   About Outsource Accelerator Outsource Accelerator is the world's leading outsourcing marketplace and advisory. We offer the full spectrum of services, from light advisory and vendor brokerage, though to full implementation and fully-managed solutions. We service companies of all sectors, and all sizes, spanning all departmental verticals. Outsource Accelerator's unique approach to outsourcing enables our clients to build the best teams, access the most flexible solutions, and generate the best results possible. Our unrivaled sector knowledge and market reach mean that you get the best terms and results possible, at the best ALL-IN market-leading price - guaranteed.

Are you homeschooling a high schooler or planning to? In this episode from the archive, we delve into the “golden years” of homeschooling, exploring the crucial role of parents in shaping your children's education during this impactful stage. We talk about the importance of keeping your teenagers close during this pivotal stage, maintaining hands-on discipleship and influence while preparing your children for college and beyond.Discover how to maintain a strong relationship while navigating high-level courses, dual enrollment, and preparing for the future by instilling a biblical worldview through meaningful and insightful discussions. Join us for practical tips on homeschooling high school students, including work, volunteer, and apprenticeship opportunities.RESOURCES+Click here for a complete list of books mentioned in this episode+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family's Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestTry CTCMath-Half Price DiscountMentioned in this episode:Musical Lessons in Your Home: Use code HOMESCHOOL20 for 20% off lessonsVoetberg Music AcademyCome get encouragement for homeschooling at one of our seminars this year!HMS 2026 Seminars

A CEO doesn't do middle management... yet most moms are currently drowning in the role of Chief Information Officer for their own households. If you feel like your identity has shifted from a woman with dreams to a walking calendar for everyone else's life, let this episode be your catalyst to fire yourself as the family's "middle manager."  You'll get to reclaim the 90% of your brain's processing power currently held hostage by the memory tax. Press play to see how you can transition from the household storage bank into a strategic leader who delegates with ease and executes with clarity.  PS. Want to reclaim your time... and your sanity? Take the TIME TURNER QUIZ

It's time to build your family's future on a foundation of true health and freedom. Join us at Future Foundations—because your future generations deserve the best start to the mission that will outlive us… Check it out here. Use code FREEDOM25 for 25% off!    Whether you're looking for tinctures, topicals or teas or a deeper connection to your INNATE healing capacity, Noble Task Homestead is here to serve you. Join the movement. Visit NobleTaskHomestead.com/noblestan today and enjoy a 10% discount on your order.   San Diego area residents, take advantage of our special New Patient offer exclusively for podcast listeners here. We can't wait to experience miracles with you!   Welcome to a new episode of the Future Generations Podcast. In this episode, Dr. Stanton Hom sits down with Zack Ponder, father, advocate, and host of The Unspecial Podcast, for a powerful conversation about healing, medical freedom, and the role parents were never meant to surrender. Together, they explore why questioning the system is not anti-medicine, how fear-based control has replaced true health care, and why the nervous system sits at the center of childhood chronic illness. This episode is a reminder that healing doesn't come from compliance. It comes from awareness, partnership, and trusting the wisdom built into the body and the family.   Highlights: "Healing doesn't happen where obedience is demanded."   "Every symptom is the body's strategy to heal."   "Our kids aren't broken. Their nervous systems are overwhelmed."   "This isn't about rejecting medicine. It's about rejecting fear-based control."   Timestamps:   00:00 – Introduction 01:42 – If Questioning Medicine Makes You Dangerous… 03:28 – From Trauma to Miracles for Our Kids 07:23 – Jack 2.0: The Perfect Storm Kid Transforms 09:09 – Are We Raising Healthier Kids—or Just Shackled Ones? 11:12 – Has Medicine Confused Obedience with Success? 15:35 – Healing vs Curing: The Body's Own Strategy 21:23 – Three Root Causes: Toxins, Deficiencies, Trauma 26:28 – Fight-or-Flight, Modern Stress, and Our Kids 49:18 – Who Takes Care of Mom? Resources:   Remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on iTunes and Follow us on Spotify!   Learn more about Dr. Stanton Hom on:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstantonhom    Website: https://futuregenerationssd.com/  Podcast Website: https://thefuturegen.com  Twitter: https://twitter.com/drstantonhom   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanhomdc   Stay Connected with the Future Generations Podcast:   Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/futuregenpodcast   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futuregenpodcast/   About Zack Ponder Zack Ponder brings a wealth of experience in Special Education. He founded UNspecial after years of teaching in Special Ed and realizing that the standardized and one size fits all educational model for this particular learning style just did not work in the classroom.  Adjusting our teaching approach is what makes the difference in the lives of someone special. It's truly about treating them as normal rather than special - ergo UNspecial. The desire to go off grid and have the ability to grow your own food has never been stronger than before. No matter the size of your property, Food Forest Abundance can help you design a regenerative layout that utilizes your resources in the most synergistic and sustainable manner. If you are interested in breaking free from the system, please visit www.foodforestabundance.com and use code "thefuturegen" to receive a discount on their incredible services.   Show your eyes some love with a pair of daylight or sunset (or both!) blue-light blocking glasses from Ra Optics. They have graciously offered Future Generations podcast listeners 10% off any purchase. Use code FGPOD or click here to access this discount, and let us know how your glasses are treating you!   One of the single best companies whose clean products have supported the optimal wellness of our family is Earthley Wellness. 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If you want to sell more art, you may need to hire freelancers before you feel ready. Trying to do everything yourself might feel responsible, but it's often the fastest way to burn out and stall your sales. Hiring doesn't have to be a full-time team or a huge commitment. Strategic, part-time help frees you up to make the art and respond to buyers consistently.  Jodie shares how to identify where you're getting bogged down, how to track your time, what tasks to outsource first, and how to set expectations so the freelancer you hire actually helps your sales grow. You'll take away: Why "doing it all" makes you the bottleneck How to fire freelancers without blowing your budget What to outsource first to increase time, sales, and sanity  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Curious about Studio Elite? Our next cohort starts February 2026: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Learn more about Upcoming Workshops: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Join us inside of the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Need help finding someone to outsource? Check out Indeed:  https://www.indeed.com/  Need help finding someone to outsource? Check out Fiver:  http://www.fiver.com  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

Today, I read a few sections from Sponsor Magnet by Justin Moore. This book covers everything from pitch to publishing, and more.Sections CoveredDon't Outsource the Business StuffEngineering Win-Win-Win SponsorshipsCommon Mistakes and Contract PitfallsWhen to Charge More vs. When to Work for FreeCheck out the previous bookShow Your Work by Austin Kleon: https://www.honeyandhustle.co/i-read-a-chapter-of-show-your-work-by-austin-kleon-for-you/Listen to Justin's episode on Creative Architects by CastosApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-creator-wizard-with-email-marketing-and/id1701855538?i=1000628561406Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/05v9iPPdrwDKKv6zt5QPDF?si=2DmZvno4SlKK0QPKDxO5xAThanks for listening! Let's keep the convo going: Join the community, Please Hustle Responsibly: https://pleasehustleresponsibly.com/Find all episodes here: https://www.honeyandhustle.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowellLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell/Twitter: https://twitter.com/honeyandhustleMentioned in this episode:Subscribe to the newsletter today: www.pleasehustleresponsibly.comDownload the free guide on How to get your first 1,000 subscribers here: https://www.angelahollowell.com/first1000

Software engineering is changing fast, but not in the way most hot takes claim. Robert Brennan, Co founder and CEO at OpenHands, breaks down what happens when you outsource the typing to the LLM and let software agents handle the repetitive grind, without giving up the judgment that keeps a codebase healthy. This is a practical conversation about agentic development, the real productivity gains teams are seeing, and which skills will matter most as the SDLC keeps evolving. Key TakeawaysAI in the IDE is now table stakes for most engineers, the bigger jump is learning when to delegate work to an agentThe best early wins are the unglamorous tasks, fixing tests, resolving merge conflicts, dependency updates, and other maintenance work that burns time and attentionBigger output creates new bottlenecks, QA and code review can become the limiting factor if your workflow does not adaptSenior engineering judgment becomes more valuable, good architecture and clean abstractions make it easier to delegate safely and avoid turning the codebase into a messThe most durable human edge is empathy, for users, for teammates, and for your future self maintaining the systemTimestamped Highlights00:40 What OpenHands actually is, a development agent that writes code, runs it, debugs, and iterates toward completion02:38 The adoption curve, why most teams start with IDE help, and what “agent engineers” do differently to get outsized gains06:00 If an engineer becomes 10x faster, where does the time go, more creative problem solving, less toil15:01 A real example of the SDLC shifting, a designer shipping working prototypes and even small UI changes directly16:51 The messy middle, why many teams see only moderate gains until they redraw the lines between signal and noise20:42 Skills that last, empathy, critical thinking, and designing systems other people can understand22:35 Why this is still early, even if models stopped improving today, most orgs have not learned how to use them well yetA line worth sharing“The durable competitive advantage that humans have over AI is empathy.”Pro Tips for Tech TeamsStart by delegating low creativity tasks, CI failures, dependency bumps, and coverage improvements are great training wheelsDefine “safe zones” for non engineers contributing, like UI tweaks, while keeping application logic behind clearer guardrailsInvest in abstractions and conventions, you want a codebase an agent can work with, and a human can trustTrack where throughput stalls, if PR review and QA are the bottleneck, productivity gains will not show up where you expectCall to ActionIf you got value from this one, follow the show and share it with an engineer or product leader who is sorting out what “agentic development” actually means in practice.

In this episode of the Service Business Mastery Podcast, host Tersh Blissett sits down with Ari Meisel, Founder of Less Doing and creator of the Optimize, Automate, Outsource framework. Ari is a globally recognized expert in business automation, productivity systems, and operational efficiency, with deep hands-on experience in the construction and skilled trades. Ari shares how extreme burnout and a Crohn's disease diagnosis forced him to redesign how he worked, leading to a system that allowed him to reclaim time, reduce stress, and build a business that runs without constant owner involvement. This conversation dives deep into automation for service businesses, decision-making systems, and what it really means to become a replaceable founder. In this episode, you'll learn: How to identify automation opportunities in your service business Why automating decisions is more powerful than automating tasks The "Replaceable Founder" mindset every business owner needs How automation reduces stress and increases scalability Real-world systems for reclaiming time without sacrificing growth If you're an HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or home service business owner feeling stuck in daily operations, this episode breaks down practical automation strategies, how to identify repetitive work, and how small system changes compound into massive time freedom. Timestamps ⏰ [00:00] "Ari's Impact on Email Automation" [06:15] "Masonry, Hardship, and Health Struggles" [07:25] "Optimize, Automate, Outsource Strategies" [12:32] Building Sustainable Generational Businesses [15:45] "Optimize, Automate, Outsource Effectively" [19:43] "Prioritizing Revenue in Business" [22:24] "Automation Enhances the Human Element" [25:52] "Asynchronous Communication Explained" [29:20] "Benefits of Solo Voice Recording" [30:46] "Creativity Comes with Movement" [36:38] Flexible Work Beyond Boundaries [39:12] iPhone Screenshot Automation Exploration [41:32] "Apps I've Used for Years" [46:54] Building Apps and Voice AI [47:38] "Switching to MEM AI Tools" [52:05] "Retirement via Automation Skills" [54:53] "Connect with Ari for Insights" Follow the Host and Guest: Tersh Blissett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tershblissett/ Josh Crouch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-crouch/ Ari Meisel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/productivity-coach-entrepreneur/   Connect with us on: • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/service-business-mastery • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@servicebusinessmastery • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/servicebusinessmasterypodcast • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/servicebusinessmasterypodcast This episode is kindly sponsored by: UpFrog CallRail CompanyCam Visit CompanyCam and use code SBM for a free 2-week trial, 1:1 training and account setup, and 50% off your first two months! MarketStorm priceguide Learn how to automate tasks, save time, and increase your profit. No coding required!

President Donald Trump threatened 25 percent tariffs on eight European nations that recently sent troops to Greenland. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Jan. 18, “We are not going to outsource our national security.” We explore the rationale behind these remarks with a geopolitical analyst.The U.S. military announced the killing of an al-Qaeda affiliate leader. The individual had ties to a gunman who killed three U.S. citizens in Syria last month.Trump is set to dominate Davos in the coming week with the largest U.S. delegation ever.The Trump administration might send 1,500 active-duty soldiers to Minnesota.Protests erupted in central London over plans for a massive new Chinese embassy. Analysts said it could pose a national security risk.

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Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My Guest: Patrick Lencioni is the founder of The Table Group and a bestselling author of 14 books, including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The 6 Types of Working Genius. Behind his achievements (valedictorian, straight A's, business success) were childhood wounds that drove him to prove himself. Key Learnings "I think I'm really good at anticipating people's objections." I think about what they might be thinking and what I need to put out there. Whether talking interpersonally, giving a speech, writing a book, or on a podcast, I like to think about what the other person might be objecting to. Lean into empathy. I always felt like I needed to prove myself in order to be successful and to feel safe. That's not healthy.  "When people tell you they got straight A's and were the valedictorian, the student body president, and got accepted to all the schools they wanted to get into, there's a wound there." Based on my personality type, I shouldn't have done all those things, but it was out of the need to prove myself. Which wasn't healthy for me. My parents had a hard time being affirming because of their own lives. It wasn't until I was 55 years old that a friend who's a psychologist said, "You, my friend, have childhood wounds you've never dealt with." I got good Christian counseling and realized that the way I grew up, I wasn't supposed to grow up that way. It's common in athletes & CEOs to feel like they haven't done enough. They need to do more. "You're a noun, not a verb. You are enough, and you're not defined by what you do." Great achievements come out of fear, but "true greatness is best when it's only in the things that you're meant to be great at, and that you're doing it out of freedom and passion and love, not out of fear of failure." I remember seeing Tiger Woods on the Tonight Show when he was four years old. He was being groomed to be a golfer when he was four. It's best in life when we discover who God means us to be, then we do the things we're supposed to do and we're okay with not being good at the things we're not supposed to. Are we too affirming now as parents? People who are pretty darn good at everything it's usually because they're doing something out of fear. When I was a kid, my parents came from World War II and the Depression. It was like, hey, you got a roof over your head. There was a lot of suffering, and they weren't really attuned to that. Now we are hyper worried of our own kids suffering. No, suffering is actually good. They need to know they're loved and safe, but they're not gonna be protected from what is necessary for their development. The mistake I made was, oh no, I don't want them to feel like I did. Thankfully at my age, I'm now interacting with my mostly adult children and explaining to them what I did wrong. The Teammate Trifecta - How should we use it?: When I wrote The Five Dysfunctions of a Team right after 9/11, I thought, "That's the book on teamwork." Then we realized you need The Ideal Team Player (humble, hungry, and smart) to hire people that fit on teams. Years later, we came up with Working Genius: Are they in the right seat?  3 steps to building a team: Don't let people on the bus if they're not humble, hungry, and smart. Make sure you have them in the right chair based on their gifts. Then teach them the Five Dysfunctions. Pat's Two Working Geniuses: Invention and Discernment "Invention means I love to come up with ideas out of nothing. Discernment means I love evaluating things, curating things. God wired me to do that kind of thing." When people say, "Pat, we have five minutes, and we need a new idea," I just take a deep breath and smile. One man's trash is another man's treasure.  Every new idea I've come up with has been in the field, working with people. I asked Jim Collins, "Jim, you do all this research with data. I go into a room with leaders and just think, What's going on here?" He said, "Pat, that's just as valid as what I do. That's called field research and face validity."  What is Pat terrible at? Finishing things. People say, "Well you finished 14 books." And that's because I had the help of others to make me finish those.  I got a 4.0 in high school. That wasn't my personality. I went to every class in college, never blew off classes. My personality is the kind that should blow off classes that don't matter. But I was so afraid of failing and disappointing my parents and teachers that I did anything they asked. That was not natural; that was fear-based. Can we use fear as useful fuel? "You can use it in the short term, but if you're doing it in your life, no." "We should celebrate what other people are better than we are at things. We should literally celebrate what we suck at." If we have two kids and one's creative and the other's disciplined, we tell the creative one to be more disciplined and the disciplined one to be more creative. No. We have to say, understanding that you're not creative is good for you. That's not who you're meant to be. The hardest thing about being a parent is constantly asking yourself, "Am I pushing them too hard or not enough?" The hardest question you ask yourself as a parent is, "Am I pushing my kids too hard or not hard enough?" This question also applies to yourself.  In Working Genius, should I work on my working frustrations? The short answer is no.  Working Genius is all about knowing what you love to do. Enablement and Tenacity are my working frustrations, and so many of those things fall into parenting. I'd say to my wife, "Hey, Laura, let's outsource some of these things." Out of fear and guilt, she said no because she felt like she'd be a bad mother. Outsource the work you don't enjoy, and when you have to do it, try your best and don't feel guilty with the result. The electrical company turned off our power for not paying the bill. We need to accept our deficiencies and need to be able to laugh at the things we're not good at.  Ryan's Learning Leader Team: When your whole team has Tenacity as their working genius, your team loves to finish things. You will never be flaky. You might stick to something that needs to be changed way before it needs to be. In my company, we're always up for a change in plans, but not great at following through. If your team doesn't have Wonder and Invention, force yourself to borrow from others outside the organization to get new ideas. The Five Dysfunctions of a Team Vulnerability-based trust changes everything in teams. Eric Spoelstra uses Five Dysfunctions with the Miami Heat. He started when they acquired LeBron James. He said, "I don't know what offense we're gonna run this year, but I know we're gonna use the Five Dysfunctions." I love it in basketball, especially because you see them on the court. When people can be so vulnerable that they can say it was my fault, or I need help, or I'm sorry I was kind of a jerk yesterday at practice, it changes everything. But when you have a player who doesn't admit when they made a mistake or who blames everybody else, the ceiling of that team being great is so low. Humble, Hungry, Smart has been a great tool for athletic teams. I define it: no ego, it's about the team (humble). Hungry means I go above and beyond. Smart means I have emotional intelligence. I have the team members say, "Which of those three is your lowest?" It is crazy how people will call out. The goalie said, "I'm not smart. I yell at guys on the field, and I demean them. I gotta get better." Another kid said, "I need to be hungrier. I don't do the workouts at home." Pat phrases it this way when meeting with athletic teams. "Okay, everybody, look around at your teammates and think about the thing they want to get better at. If you want to be a good teammate, when you see your teammate doing the thing he just admitted he wants to get better at, you need to call him out on it." Once people start to have that language, it's amazing how they're coaching each other. And if as a coach yourself, I think you should tell people, "When I was a player, this was mine." They're gonna go, hey, if the coach admits that, I'll do it too. For leaders with Enablement & Tenacity as top geniuses, how do they avoid burnout? You have to be willing to start with "I am prone to burnout if you guys aren't aware of what's going on." The people with enablement and tenacity will say, "I'll just do it," and then they do. We had 12 employees and only one had Tenacity. We said we are going to kill her because every time we have to get something done, we're gonna say, "Jackie will finish." When people have enablement and tenacity, they and everybody else need to say, let's not abuse them. How do we assess a company in a short amount of time without focusing on their financials?  When I go into a company, I find out what their meetings are like. If there's no disagreement and they're not exhausted at the end of a meeting, that's a red flag. If good people are leaving an organization, that's a massive red flag. I like going around and checking interactions. Is there an intensity with people together? Or are they alone and quiet? Also, keep an eye on customer reviews. What are the customers saying? There are two extremes of humility problems: arrogance on one end, and lack of confidence on the other. I first identified humility as a problem when I saw a CEO who didn't care about his company's results, but if he went on TV and answered questions about why they didn't meet their numbers, he would make jokes and make others laugh. If he was happy from that versus getting the results they needed, that's an issue. What specific traits do leaders need to have to get hired? A leader has to simultaneously believe they are no more important than the people they lead. They also have to accept the fact that their behaviors and words ARE more important than others in the company. "The one thing the leader has to do is break the tie." This past Friday, I was in a meeting trying to deal with a strategic issue between two great people. I dropped a curse word and said, "Listen, I'm pulling the CEO card right now. I don't do it all that often, but since I am the CEO, this is where we're going." Because I don't pull it every time, people are glad to have a CEO that will do that. If you're doing it every time, you lose credibility. Advice for young professionals: I wrote a book called The Motive, and what I say to leaders when they're young is: make sure your motive for being a leader is about sacrificing and suffering for others. "I want to help this organization, or I want to be the kind of person that takes on more than others for their good." Leadership is a lonely and selfless thing. It's wonderful, but the personal economics of leadership are not good. If you don't sign up for that, don't be a leader. Too many people say, I want to be a leader. And if you really scratch below the surface, they'll say, I think it would make me feel important, I'd get attention, maybe I'd make money, I'd have power. When that's your motive for being a leader, you're not gonna be a great leader. Reflection Questions Pat says people who were perfect students (straight A's, valedictorian, student body president) often have childhood wounds driving them. What in your past might be driving your current achievements? Are you operating from freedom and passion, or from fear and the need to prove yourself? He teaches his kids' sports teams to identify which of Humble, Hungry, or Smart is their lowest, then hold each other accountable when they see teammates struggling with that area. What would you identify as your lowest, and who in your life could you invite to call you out when you're not living up to it? Pat says the motive for leadership should be "sacrificing and suffering for others," not feeling important or controlling what you work on. If you're honest about why you want to lead (or why you currently lead), what's really driving you? Would people who report to you say you're other-motivated or personally motivated?