Podcast appearances and mentions of Paulo Coelho

Jean-Louis gesels met die Namibiese sokkerspeler, Paulo Coelho, oor die hoogtepunte van die 2026 Sokkerwêreldbeker. Hulle ontleed Engeland se opwindende oorwinning oor Frankryk in die bronsmedaljewedstryd, Spanje se geskiedkundige eindstrydsege teen Argentinië, Kylian Mbappé se Goue Skoen, Lionel Messi se moeilike eindstryd en die wedstryde en oomblikke wat hierdie toernooi onvergeetlik gemaak het.

Jean-Louis Knouwds gesels met die Namibiese sokkerspeler Paulo Coelho oor die Sokkerwêreldbeker se ronde van 16, waar groot oorwinnings, skokuitslae en uitstaande individuele vertonings die gesprek oorheers, insluitend Marokko se sterk vorm, Frankryk en Engeland se oorwinnings, Brasilië se uitskakeling deur Noorweë en Haaland se opkoms, asook Afrikaanse hoop met Marokko en Egipte en die groot wedstryde wat nog voorlê.

Welcome to another short but empowering episode of Monday Motivation, giving you a dose of inspiration as you head into your week... Today, we explore Paulo Coelho's beautiful reminder that true freedom comes from choosing, and wholeheartedly committing to, what is best for us: "Freedom is not the absence of commitments, but the ability to choose and commit myself to what is best for me." Three key takeaways you can expect: Discover why real freedom isn't about having an empty calendar, but about filling your life with commitments that truly matter. Learn three simple questions to help you evaluate every commitment in your life and decide whether it deserves your time and energy. Be inspired to let go of obligations driven by guilt, habit or expectations, and instead create a life that feels intentional, meaningful and aligned with your dreams. Listen in and discover how choosing your commitments with intention can help you create a life you truly love, one thoughtful decision at a time. As always, I’d LOVE to hear what resonated most with you - so please share and let’s keep the conversation going in the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here. Have a wonderful week …and remember, it all starts with a dream

Contact Elli : cikovicenterprises@gmail.comRecovery literature Recommendations: Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's"Learned" by Lena Dunham - https://a.co/d/0daESHmpDown the Drain by Julia Fox - https://a.co/d/0d95IHECThe Alchemist: A Fable About Following Your Dream by PauloCoelho - https://a.co/d/06F93OjOBest Piece of Recovery Advice: "It's OK to have aproblem! Addiction is not your fault, it's your responsibility!"Song that symbolizes recovery to Elli:Bodies W/Lyrics by Jazmine Sullivan - https://youtu.be/SQ8f3RzhWsk?si=-1bOl28KWhfnU3hqShe Talks To Angels by The Black Crowes - https://youtu.be/H58gMiQQRm0?si=eCJv4_dRCqn18IDsElli's Book- The Diary of a Twenty-Five-Year-Old Alcoholic:Cikovic, Elli Rose: 9798218820817: Amazon.com: BooksSummaryIn this candid conversation, Ellie Rose Sikovic shares herjourney of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction, the spiritual insightsgained along the way, and her plans to serve the recovery community throughwriting and advocacy. Discover how personal trauma, spiritual awakening, andcommunity support can transform lives. In this candid conversation, Elli Roseshares her journey of sobriety, the challenges of addiction, and thetransformative power of self-awareness and discipline. Discover insights on quittingweed, the importance of routines, and the role of music and literature inrecovery.Key TopicsRecovery from addiction and traumaSpiritual awakening and its role in sobrietyServing the recovery community through writing and advocacyQuitting weed and alcoholThe importance of routines in recoveryThe impact of music and literature on healing Find Your People by Drew Holcomb -https://youtu.be/yDVl3WHoymI?si=Slj2JH1CxL7Ax7ifDon't forget to check out “The Way Out Playlist” available onlyon Spotify. Curated by all our wonderful guests on the podcast!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6HNQyyjlFBrDbOUADgw1Sz?si=NC26a67vQjqw0BcgTzPmRg(c) 2015 - 2026 The Way Out Podcast | All Rights Reserved.Theme Music: “all clear” (⁠⁠⁠https://ketsa.uk/browse-music/)byKetsa (https://ketsa.uk⁠⁠⁠) licensed under CCBY-NC-ND4.0(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd)

"Don't allow your wounds to transform you into someone you are not." — Paulo Coelho

Today is The Stacks Book Club Day, and we're joined by bestselling author Mary H.K. Choi (Pool House) to discuss our June pick, The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho. This allegorical novel follows Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy whose quest from Spain to the Egyptian desert in search of buried treasure transforms into a life-changing journey of self-discovery. We discuss the book's legacy, how it relates to the cultural phenomena of “girl boss” and “the manosphere,” and which parts we loved and hated.There are spoilers in this episode.Make sure you listen to the end of the episode to find out our July book club pick!You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks website: https://www.thestackspodcast.com/2026/6/24/ep-430-the-alchemistConnect with Mary: Instagram | Threads | Substack | WebsiteConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Threads | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Substack | YoutubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jean-Louis gesels met Paulo Coelho oor die sokkerwêreldbeker wat tans plaasvind. Hulle bespreek die opwinding van die toernooi, verrassende oomblikke, spanprestasies en die passie wat sokker ondersteuners wêreldwyd verenig.

عن الدراسة وعن الخبرةمش بلد شهادات0:00 Book background0:45 Book story1:01 first discovery1:30 Importance1:42 First step1:58 Second step2:09 Third step3:37 Fourth step3:50 Fifth step4:44 The bigger picture & Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs:1+2: Basic: Physical & Safety3+4: Psychological: Love & Esteem5: Self Actualization6: Transcendence

Sowat twee weke nadat die regering die wêreldwye energiehandelaar Vitol as Namibië se enigste grootmaat-petroleumverskaffer van Julie tot September aangekondig het, verdedig Namcor die besluit. Namcor beskryf dit as 'n kommersieel voordelige reëling wat brandstofsekerheid sal versterk en verkrygingskoste sal verminder. Namcor-woordvoerder Paulo Coelho sê die ooreenkoms kom op 'n tydstip wanneer die nasionale oliemaatskappy gedwing is om brandstof bo die basiese brandstofprys te koop onder moeilike marktoestande.

Der Wanderer verließ eine Messe und fühlte sich einsam. Da sprach ihn unvermittelt ein Freund an. Entnommen aus: Paulo Coelho "Unterwegs. Der Wanderer. Gesammelte Geschichten", aus dem Brasil. von Maralde Meyer-Minnemann, Diogenes Verlag, Zürich 2007

Most men are not actually confused about what matters to them. They are afraid.In this episode of The Men's Collective Podcast, Travis Goodman, LMFT explores how fear quietly shapes men's lives, relationships, nervous systems, identity, and decisions. Using themes from The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, this episode breaks down why so many men stay emotionally guarded, disconnected, overworked, numb, and stuck in survival mode.This is not a book review. It's a conversation about fear, purpose, masculinity, emotional health, nervous system regulation, and the internal battle many men face between comfort and growth.Topics covered:• Why men confuse safety with peace• Fear and the male nervous system• Why fear gets louder before growth• Hypervigilance, performance, and emotional avoidance• The connection between fear and masculine identity• Why unfamiliarity feels dangerous• Faith, uncertainty, and personal growth• Men's mental health and emotional resilience• Polyvagal Theory and fear responses• How men can become more grounded under pressureIf you've been feeling stuck, disconnected, emotionally exhausted, or afraid to take the next step in life, relationships, or purpose, this episode is for you.

What if the reason life hasn't been conspiring in your favor is because you haven't been fully aligned with what you actually want? In this solo episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius unpacks the biggest lesson from his 47th year. Drawing from Paulo Coelho's “The Alchemist” and Michael Singer's “The Surrender Experiment,” he gets honest about why that famous quote "when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it" never felt true for him, until now. The culprit? Ego and soul pulling in opposite directions. For decades, his deeper self wanted to create impact and serve others, while his ego chased money, titles, and validation. Without alignment between the two, and without real self-trust in the moments that mattered most, the universe couldn't deliver. After months of deep inner work, something shifted. The people-pleasing stopped. The comparison stopped. And what followed were quiet miracles: the right people showing up at exactly the right time, instant clarity on hard yes and hard no decisions, and a feeling of wholeness he hadn't experienced before. This one is personal, raw, and packed with real self-inquiry. If you've ever felt like you're working hard but not getting what you truly want, this episode is for you. In this episode, Darius will discuss: (00:00) Introduction and Reflection on Personal Growth (01:21) A Story from Youth and the Power of Dreams (02:41) The Universe Conspires: Inspiration from “The Alchemist” (05:24) Disillusionment with the Universe's Help (06:19) The Surrender Experiment and Miracles (07:43) Aligning Ego and Higher Self for True Desire (09:32) Deep Inner Work and Self-Trust (13:15) Showing Up Authentically and Letting Go of Vanity (15:36) The Miracles of Alignment and Trust (17:55) Reflections on 48 Years and Future Outlook Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tra ospedali psichiatrici, musica e ricerca interiore, il percorso dello scrittore brasiliano Paulo Coelho attraversa gli anni '70 e '80 fino a trasformarsi, attraverso il bestseller L'Alchimista, in uno dei casi editoriali più sorprendenti della cultura pop contemporanea.

arquivo 005 —"Talvez a jornada não seja sobre se tornar algo. Talvez seja sobre desfazer tudo o que não é realmente você, para que você possa ser quem você nasceu para ser.” - Paulo Coelho.Nesse episódio eu compartilho com vocês essa frase do autor Paulo Coelho, que me encontrou de uma forma despretenciosa mas que me ajudou muito a olhar para a minha vida de outra perspectiva. É normal que a gente passe a vida toda tentando nos tornar alguém com status, visibilidade, reconhecimento e sucesso, - ou até alguém que orgulhe as pessoas ao redor. Mas quem nos deu essa fórmula secreta? E quem disse que somos o que fazemos? Essa frase me abriu possibilidades e vontade de conhecer e ser quem eu nasci pra ser.

15 minutos a cada 15 dias.No episódio de hoje, Edmara Galvão fala sobre o último leilão com obras de Clarice Lispector, apresenta as comemorações dos 40 anos da Casa de Jorge Amado, trata de duas novas adaptações de obras de Paulo Coelho, a adaptação especial "Hoje eu quero voltar sozinho" das telonas para os quadrinhos e a indicação de duas entrevistas com Ana Paula Maia.O episódio também traz uma Resenha Relâmpago do ouvinte Eduardo Gomes sobre "O louco de Deus no fim do mundo", de Javier Cercas.---Links citados'Hoje Eu Quero Voltar Sozinho' vira HQ e quer ser 'Heartstopper' brasileiro'Brasil é o país da comédia, das historinhas novelescas, fazer terror não é fácil': a escritora brasileira finalista de um dos mais importantes prêmios do mundoAna Paula Maia, finalista do prêmio Booker: 'Nunca teve tanta gente caçando gente'---RecebidosEnsaio sobre a Cegueira: edição especial de 30 anos, de José Saramago - Editora Cia. das LetrasLula, volume 2: biografia, de Fernando Morais - Editora Cia. das Letras.

别让“假想敌”偷走你的英语梦很多小伙伴刚开始学游泳时，总是很害怕水。Ta们站在泳池边，却迟迟不敢下水。怕水呛进鼻子，怕脚踩不到底，怕那种失控的慌张。于是在岸上站了半小时，心跳加速，手心出汗——可连脚尖都还没碰到水面。后来终于被一把推下去，挣扎了几下，却发现水其实没那么可怕。真正折磨你的，从来不是水，而是下水前那漫长的恐惧。很多人学英语，有多少时间不是花在学习上，而是花在“害怕”上？害怕开口说错被人笑，害怕写出来的句子语法不对，害怕自己永远也达不到“流利”。与其被恐惧控制，不如直面那些让你最恐惧的时刻。因为当你真正开始学习和练习的时候，你会发现：英语一点都不可怕，甚至还很有趣。因为所有的恐惧，都是你大脑中幻想出来的“纸老虎”和“假想敌”。保罗·柯艾略时巴西著名小说家，全球最具影响力的励志文学作家之一。他的代表作 《牧羊少年奇幻之旅》（The Alchemist）被译成超过80种语言，畅销170多个国家，至今销量过亿。柯艾略的作品常以寓言、哲学和心灵成长为主题，探讨梦想、命运、勇气与自我发现。New Wordsfear [fɪə(r)] n. 恐惧；害怕 v. 害怕；担心Many adults fear learning English because they are afraid of making mistakes.很多成年人害怕学英语，因为他们怕犯错。suffering [ˈsʌfərɪŋ] n. 痛苦；苦难 adj. 痛苦的Learning English may have some suffering, but it will be rewarding in the end.学英语可能会有一些辛苦，但最终一定会有回报。dream [driːm] n. 梦想；理想 v. 梦想；渴望It's never too late for office workers to pursue their English learning dream.职场白领追求英语学习的梦想，永远不会太晚。search [sɜːtʃ] n. 搜索；寻找 v. 搜索；寻找The search for meaning in English learning often leads us back to our own hearts.在英语学习中寻找意义，往往最终会带我们回到自己的内心。Quote to learn for todayTell your heart that the fear of suffering is worse than the suffering itself. And no heart has ever suffered when it goes in search of its dream.——Paulo Coelho翻译告诉你的心：害怕痛苦比痛苦本身更糟。一颗追寻梦想的心，从不会真正受伤。—— 保罗·柯艾略更多卡卡老师分享公众号：卡卡课堂 卡卡老师微信：kakayingyu002送你一份卡卡老师学习大礼包，帮助你在英文学习路上少走弯路

Hoje, ‘No Pé do Ouvido, com Yasmim Restum, você escuta essas e outras notícias: Investigação da PF aponta que Paulo Henrique Costa, preso na manhã de quinta, atuava como operador do Master dentro do banco estatal do DF e recebia os imóveis como compensação para sustentar a liquidez do banco de Vorcaro. Israel e Líbano dão início a 10 dias de cessar-fogo imposto por Trump. Anthropic lança Claude Opus 4.7 com foco em codificação e visão. Rodrigo Santoro e Johnny Massaro estrelam adaptação de “Diário de um Mago”, de Paulo Coelho.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan Mail****DISCLAIMER**** The views and comments made by host and guest do not represent the views nor are they in association with the United States military.****Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force-Attitude Reflects LeadershipChief Master Sergeant of the US Air Force (CMSAF), Kaleth Wright, is the 18th and current CMSAF. Though Chief Wright's judgment in football teams may be unfortunate, the loyalty he shows to the Dallas Cowboys echoes his commitment to the Airmen under his command and his desire to see them thrive.Chief Wright would be the first to tell you that behind his successful career, stand a series of failures that propelled him to persevere, develop the compassion, and sincerity that allow him to represent the highest enlisted level of leadership in the US Air Force today.CMSAF Wright has not forgotten where he came from.  As a result, CMSAF Wright has applied the mentorship he received along the way by utilizing emotional intelligence and wisdom to lead. He aims to develop relationships with the Airmen under his authority by taking an interest in their lives.  This ACTION STYLE of leadership is only possible when a leader is willing to have a positive influence and talk with those under their guidance.Chief Wright naturally sees the good in people and has repeatedly seen the mutual benefit in investing in them to help them achieve their goals. The leader sets the tone for his people, and as the classic movie “Remember the Titans” so wisely put it: Attitude reflects leadership.Chief Wright is a lifelong learner and is committed to deliberate personal development in a number of ways.  Examples include reading a couple of books a week and listening to podcasts during his work commute. His current top three book recommendations are: (1) “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho, (2) “The Old Man and the Sea” by Ernest Hemingway, and (3) “As A Man Thinketh” by James Allen.Show Notes:Thoughts on “Enlisted Jesus” Moniker (03:30)Using social media as vehicle for transparency (04:30)Advice to leaders wanting to leverage social media to connectHow to build an effective relationship with someone who wants to be isolated (05:40)What leaders can do to stay in touch with ground truth (07:15)Positive attitude and influenceBest conversations leaders can have to unleash the potential in their people (10:50)Person that inspired Chief Wright and ignited his charge (15:20)Unusual successful habits Chief Wright hasBook recommendations (17:40)Personal philosophy and Failing forward (20:30)How past failure helped him in the future (21:44)Support the showConnect with Passing The Torch: Facebook and IG: @torchmartinMore Amazing Stories:Episode 41: Lee Ellis – Freeing You From Bond That Make You InsecureEpisode 81: Kurt Warner – Perseverance, Humility, and Lighting the Way Episode 90: Michelle 'MACE' Curran – How to Turn Fear into Fuel------------© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC. All rights reserved.

Uma análise sobre o fantástico e o utópico presente nas letras e na obra de Raul Seixas.Apoie o podcast: alinevalek.com.br/apoieParticipe do Clube de Leitura Bobagens Imperdíveis: alinevalek.com.br/clubedeleituraAssine nossa newsletter: alinevalek.substack.comLinks ComplementaresPlaylist com as músicas do Raul Seixas citadas no episódio: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5lGoQghRdxhwHkxX8xCYVo?si=809da3d5ace4449dEntrevista com a Lis Villas Boas: https://lis-vilas-boas.beehiiv.com/p/filhas-de-ursula-7Entrevista do Raul Seixas para o Pasquim, em 1973: http://memoria.bn.gov.br/docreader/124745/7479Entrevista do Paulo Coelho para a Rolling Stone: https://rollingstone.com.br/noticia/paulo-coelho-o-que-matou-raul-seixas-e-a-unica-droga-liberada-o-alcool/Filme “O dia em que a terra parou”, 1951: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xh8P4MIaZBA&Série “Raul Seixas: Eu Sou”, de 2025: https://globoplay.globo.com/raul-seixas-eu-sou/t/BDgyHRLrSw/Quadrinhos “A Fundação de Krig-Ha”, de 1973: https://fondationpaulocoelho.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/pc-altsoc-1973-a-fundacao-krig-ha.pdf“Utopia", de Thomas More, livro de 1551: https://amzn.to/4so9wx8Episódios RelacionadosLiteratura e Racionais MCs: https://alinevalek.substack.com/p/literatura-e-racionais-mcsA ascensão de Itamar: https://alinevalek.substack.com/p/a-ascensao-de-itamarTeoria Belchior: https://alinevalek.substack.com/p/23-teoria-belchior-454Trilha sonora: “Greaser” - TrackTribe • “Numb Sky”, Mark Karan, Scott Guberman, Angeline Saris e Jeremy Hoenig • “Orange Sunset” - Quincas Moreira • “Spooked" - Mini Vandals • “Dangerous Toys” - SefChol • “Minor Lament for Solo Bass”- John Patitucci • “Bike Sharing to Paradise” • “Red Hot Sun" - JR Tundra • “Orange Sunset” - Quincas Moreira • “fall of source” - mobygratis

In a world full of advice, you still need to make your own mistakes. Real wisdom doesn't come from influencers or books – it comes from the lessons of lived experience. Through the lens of Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist, I demonstrate why the journey is necessary to discover what was always within reach. When life's lessons hurt, remember: you have a right to your pain – it's the price of genuine understanding. Join my community: https://the-captains-quarters.mn.co Buy my book, "Starry Night" Ebook: https://amzn.to/4qJrh9U Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3LuUJRS Paperback: https://amzn.to/4sGcqOY Buy my book, "The Value of Others" Ebook: https://amzn.to/460uGrA Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3YfFwbx Paperback: https://amzn.to/3xQuIFK Book a paid consultation: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/consultations Subscribe to my newsletter: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com Social Media TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oriontaraban Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090053889622 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orion-taraban-070b45168/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/psyc.hacks Twitter: https://twitter.com/oriontaraban Website: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com Orion's Theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrXBzQ2HDEQ Thinking of going to grad school? Check out STELLAR, my top-rated GRE self-study program based on the world's only empirically-validated test prep system. Use the code "PSYCH" for 10% off all membership plans: https://stellargre.com. Become a Stellar affiliate and earn a 10% commission for every membership purchased by a new student you conduct into the program: https://stellargre.tapfiliate.com. GRE Bites: https://www.youtube.com/@grebites4993 Become a Psychonaut and join PsycHack's member community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSduXBjCHkLoo_y9ss2xzXw/join Sound mixing/editing by: valntinomusic.com Presented by Orion Taraban, Psy.D. PsycHacks provides viewers with a brief, thought-provoking video several days a week on a variety of psychological topics, inspired by his clinical practice. The intention is for the core idea contained within each video to inspire viewers to see something about themselves or their world in a slightly different light. The ultimate mission of the channel is to reduce the amount of unnecessary suffering in the world. #psychology #wisdom #life

The Alchemist Summary Sleep Hypnosis | Unlock Your Personal Legend | 528 HZ 8 Hours — an immersive sleep journey designed to guide you gently into deep rest while reconnecting you with your purpose.For dreamers standing at a crossroads.For anyone sensing a quiet pull toward something more — a new path, a deeper purpose, a life that feels aligned. Listen as you unwind before sleep, when the noise of the day fades and your heart can finally speak.Inspired by The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, this session blends cinematic storytelling, hypnotic breathwork, and poetic guidance to help you reconnect with your heart's inner compass.It's not about forcing direction... it's about remembering that your heart already knows the way.Like wandering under a starlit sky where each breath opens the next step of your journey.Golden light moves through the body, quieting thought, softening the chest, and awakening a deep sense of trust.You begin to trust that the signs, the timing, and the path ahead are already unfolding exactly as they should.

Send us Fan MailIn this special international episode, UFC veteran Xavier Foupa-Pokam — known as Professor X — takes listeners on his unforgettable road to the UFC. A true pioneer of French MMA and one of the earliest members of the Snake Team under trainer Cyril Diabate, Foupa-Pokam details his transition from traditional karate to Muay Thai and mixed martial arts in the early 2000s, when the sport was illegal in France. Fighters trained in secret, competed under the guise of other disciplines, and often faced law enforcement interference at events.With a professional career spanning more than 50 bouts and a verified record of 32-22-0, Professor X became one of the most traveled fighters of his era, competing primarily as the B-side in promotions across Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, and beyond. He shares stories from legendary events including Cage Rage in the UK, Jungle Fight in Brazil, and international tournaments, as well as his preparation with Dan Henderson's Team Quest in the United States to mimic Anderson Silva. The conversation covers his UFC appearances at UFC 97 against Denis Kang and UFC 98 against Drew McFedries, plus memorable matchups against Paul Daley, Hayato Sakurai, Paulo Coelho, and more.Foupa-Pokam also discusses the challenges of building French MMA from the ground up, the outlaw atmosphere of the early days, his 11 amateur fights before turning pro, and insights into fellow Cameroonian-French fighter Francis Ngannou. This episode highlights the passion, resilience, and global experiences that defined one of MMA's most dedicated journeymen.The MMA History Podcast documents the sport we love through hundreds of interviews and thousands of hours of research conducted by the most obsessed minds in the business. Subscribe for new episodes every week featuring the men who lived the early days of MMA.0:00 MMA history podcast intro  0:32 Joey Venti's guest introduction 0:54 interview start 1:14 part of the foundation for French combat sports5:51 Karate fighters transitioning to MMA8:56 Golden Trophy events 10:06 Francis Ngannou vs Zoumana Cisse15:33 training before first fight 17:18 illegal amateur bouts in France 19:09 issues with Law enforcement 20:58 coming into fights as a B side 25:31 Xavier Foupa vs Nelson Monteiro27:00 Xavier Foupa vs David Pierre29:49 Xavier Foupa vs Paul Williamson31:02 Xavier Foupa vs Matt Ewin32:29 research on opponents before fight 34:10 Xavier Foupa vs Ferene Gancs36:09 Xavier Foupa vs Poulo Coelho37:47 French fighters vs BJJ black belts 41:52 Cage Rage parties behind the scenes 46:42 Xavier Foupa vs Martin Kampmann48:53 Xavier Foupa vs John Oskar52:33 Xavier Foupa vs Paul Daily54:25 coming off 3 losses 55:13 Xavier Foupa vs Jose Mata59:40 Michael Bisping vs Cyrille Diabate 1:02:08 Xavier Foupa vs Itamar Rosa1:03:15 Xavier Foupa vs Ken Hamamura1:04:04 Xavier Foupa vs Hoon Kim1:06:42 Xavier Foupa vs Sol Gilbert1:10:24 Xavier Foupa vs Ryuta Sakuri1:13:08 Xavier Foupa vs Alex Reid1:15:38 interactions with Lee Murray 1:16:57 Xavier Foupa vs Tom Watson1:17:28 Xavier Foupa vs Pierre Guillet1:18:00 Xavier Foupa vs Murilo Rua1:18:54 Cyrille Diabate vs Murilo Rua 1:19:44 Far Eastern Modern Pancration Federation 1:26:19 dealings with Wallid Ismail1:27:03 training with Dan Henderson at Team Quest 1:30:12 getting a phone call from the UFC 1:31:51 interview wrap up 1:35:28 outro/ closing thoughtsSubscribe to the MMA History Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@MMAHistoryPodcastDiscord:https://discord.gg/s3mV6wyNgvFacebook: https://www.facebookSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this special international episode, UFC veteran Xavier Foupa-Pokam — known as Professor X — takes listeners on his unforgettable road to the UFC. A true pioneer of French MMA and one of the earliest members of the Snake Team under trainer Cyril Diabate, Foupa-Pokam details his transition from traditional karate to Muay Thai and mixed martial arts in the early 2000s, when the sport was illegal in France. Fighters trained in secret, competed under the guise of other disciplines, and often faced law enforcement interference at events.With a professional career spanning more than 50 bouts and a verified record of 32-22-0, Professor X became one of the most traveled fighters of his era, competing primarily as the B-side in promotions across Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, and beyond. He shares stories from legendary events including Cage Rage in the UK, Jungle Fight in Brazil, and international tournaments, as well as his preparation with Dan Henderson's Team Quest in the United States to mimic Anderson Silva. The conversation covers his UFC appearances at UFC 97 against Denis Kang and UFC 98 against Drew McFedries, plus memorable matchups against Paul Daley, Hayato Sakurai, Paulo Coelho, and more.Foupa-Pokam also discusses the challenges of building French MMA from the ground up, the outlaw atmosphere of the early days, his 11 amateur fights before turning pro, and insights into fellow Cameroonian-French fighter Francis Ngannou. This episode highlights the passion, resilience, and global experiences that defined one of MMA's most dedicated journeymen.The MMA History Podcast documents the sport we love through hundreds of interviews and thousands of hours of research conducted by the most obsessed minds in the business. Subscribe for new episodes every week featuring the men who lived the early days of MMA.0:00 MMA history podcast intro  0:32 Joey Venti's guest introduction 0:54 interview start 1:14 part of the foundation for French combat sports5:51 Karate fighters transitioning to MMA8:56 Golden Trophy events 10:06 Francis Ngannou vs Zoumana Cisse15:33 training before first fight 17:18 illegal amateur bouts in France 19:09 issues with Law enforcement 20:58 coming into fights as a B side 25:31 Xavier Foupa vs Nelson Monteiro27:00 Xavier Foupa vs David Pierre29:49 Xavier Foupa vs Paul Williamson31:02 Xavier Foupa vs Matt Ewin32:29 research on opponents before fight 34:10 Xavier Foupa vs Ferene Gancs36:09 Xavier Foupa vs Poulo Coelho37:47 French fighters vs BJJ black belts 41:52 Cage Rage parties behind the scenes 46:42 Xavier Foupa vs Martin Kampmann48:53 Xavier Foupa vs John Oskar52:33 Xavier Foupa vs Paul Daily54:25 coming off 3 losses 55:13 Xavier Foupa vs Jose Mata59:40 Michael Bisping vs Cyrille Diabate 1:02:08 Xavier Foupa vs Itamar Rosa1:03:15 Xavier Foupa vs Ken Hamamura1:04:04 Xavier Foupa vs Hoon Kim1:06:42 Xavier Foupa vs Sol Gilbert1:10:24 Xavier Foupa vs Ryuta Sakuri1:13:08 Xavier Foupa vs Alex Reid1:15:38 interactions with Lee Murray 1:16:57 Xavier Foupa vs Tom Watson1:17:28 Xavier Foupa vs Pierre Guillet1:18:00 Xavier Foupa vs Murilo Rua1:18:54 Cyrille Diabate vs Murilo Rua 1:19:44 Far Eastern Modern Pancration Federation 1:26:19 dealings with Wallid Ismail1:27:03 training with Dan Henderson at Team Quest 1:30:12 getting a phone call from the UFC 1:31:51 interview wrap up 1:35:28 outro/ closing thoughtsSubscribe to the MMA History Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@MMAHistoryPodcastDiscord:https://discord.gg/s3mV6wyNgvFacebook: https://www.facebookSupport the show

John talks with Bill Cates — Hall of Fame professional speaker & TEDx presenter, financial services & referral marketing expert, wealth mindset coach, entrepreneur, author of The Hidden Heist: Stop Robbing Yourself of Lasting Wealth and seven other books, host of the Top Advisor Podcast, and a proud dad. Bill has spent more than 30 years in financial services, helping thousands of advisors bring in billions of dollars through better referrals, relationship marketing, and messaging. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [00:49] - The million-dollar TEDx prop [03:38] - Bill's backstory [06:20] - How relationships helped Bill land a TEDx talk [08:00] - Bill's journey from grad school to rock band drummer [10:11] - How he entered the financial services world [13:36] - Marketing, prospecting, and selling [16:29] - The key to marketing [19:45] - Difference between employees and entrepreneurs [22:19] - How to find a financial advisor you can trust [27:10] - The 3 R's of relationship marketing [29:42] -  The 3 C's & 3 R's for an entrepreneur [33:34] - How Cates Academy started [36:46] - The OG referral coach  [38:10] - The Hidden Heist book [43:09] - How Bill's business affected his relationship with his daughter [47:19] - #1 daily habit [48:27] - Traits of a great leader [50:24] - How Bill invests in his growth [52:00] - Best way to connect with Bill [56:39] - Book recommendations [57:20] - Wrap-up NOTABLE QUOTES: "When you're building a business, it's always best to be in a position to solve a blatant, critical problem, meaning the prospects of your business know they have the problem, and it's not just aspirational. It's not, 'I'll get around to it someday.' It's critical." "Marketing is getting your message out. It's a promotion. It's getting your message out in front of people with the intention of attracting them to you." "If it's not relevant, your message will be ignored." "If you're all prospecting, it's tiring. It's a grind. But as you market your product, service, or brand better, you start to attract people to you, and you catch them later on in the process." "Most people don't have the patience to pay themselves first, make their savings automatic, and let it build over time. That takes a unique, disciplined mindset, but it's extremely powerful when you do." "When you learn how money really works, it sometimes sheds light on what you were or weren't taught when you were younger." "Sometimes we don't have the vision yet. Sometimes we're not clear on it, and creating that vision can be a process." "Everyone in an organization, whether you're in sales, marketing, customer service, a clerk, or whatever, should know who the customer is. We should all know our value, and we should all know how to talk about it." "You get clarity through imperfect action. You start heading in a direction you think is right, make some mistakes along the way, and make adjustments. That's when clarity starts to come." "Just about everybody trying to produce any kind of result, it boils down to confidence. Because if you don't have that, you won't get to the next stage." "You don't want just word of mouth. You want to get connected with people. So use the word that represents that." "The hidden heists are the limiting beliefs and mistaken assumptions we all have around money. There's a lot of money story going on for us." "If you're stuck somewhere, the first place to go isn't necessarily strategy or tactics. It might be to self-reflect, on your business, your product, and your belief in yourself." BOOKS MENTIONED: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill (https://a.co/d/0aINW0V2) The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz (https://a.co/d/06aeI1I8) Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clear (https://a.co/d/0cPmYjfO) The Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann (https://a.co/d/08FTL8jK) The Latte Factor: Why You Don't Have to Be Rich to Live Rich by David Bach and John David Mann (https://a.co/d/0fjibjj8) Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson and Ken Blanchard (https://a.co/d/0deaqMQ8) The New One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson (https://a.co/d/03FL34dR) The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (https://a.co/d/0gLeenbt) The Greatest Salesman In the World by Og Mandino (https://a.co/d/0ec9TlQ9) Your Money and Your Brain: How the New Science of Neuroeconomics Can Help Make You Rich by Jason Zweig (https://a.co/d/0eR6ftUu) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://referralcoach.com/ https://www.thecatessystem.com/link-in-bio https://www.linkedin.com/in/billcates/ https://www.instagram.com/thereferralcoach/ https://www.facebook.com/billcates1 https://x.com/Bill_Cates https://www.youtube.com/@BillCatesReferralCoach Top Advisor Podcast - https://tinyurl.com/TopAdvisorPodcast TEDx Talk "How to Stop Your Money Anxiety & Start Building Wealth Today" - https://youtu.be/PycIrnPEUPo?si=D7G-06vXxXtk4hot The Hidden Heist: Stop Robbing Yourself of Lasting Wealth (https://a.co/d/03soYwRf) The Language of Referrals: The Words & Scripts Financial Professionals Use to Gain More Ideal Clients (https://a.co/d/067bNxYZ) Radical Relevance: Sharpen Your Marketing Message - Cut Through the Noice - Win More Ideal Clients (https://a.co/d/00IEcIMY) Beyond Referrals: How to Use the Perpetual Revenue System to Convert Referrals into High-Value Clients (https://a.co/d/0fOqolyF) Don't Keep Me A Secret: Proven Tactics to Get Referrals and Introductions (https://a.co/d/0824AHDa) Get More Referrals Now! (https://a.co/d/0dbxqU7j) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen X - https://x.com/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

Maureen Hinda-Mbuende se termyn van ses maande as besturende direkteur van Namcor sal môre eindig, 'n dag na die sluitingsdatum vir aansoeke vir die permanente besturende direkteur-pos. Sy is aangestel na die verwydering van voormalige waarnemende besturende direkteur Victoria Sibeya in Augustus 2025. Volgens plaaslike media sal Hinda-Mbuende nie heraangestel word nie. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met Namcor-woordvoerder Paulo Coelho gepraat, wat bevestig dat die werwingsproses reeds aan die gang is.

Are you ready for another read out loud practice? In today's episode, we're reading The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. This is an excellent way to grow your vocabulary, practice your pronunciation, and improve your flow while reading.  Download the book excerpt with vocabulary definitions and audio: https://bit.ly/4tzLMYQ  Liked these? Check out more videos like these: Read along with Harry Potter: https://bit.ly/401eST4  Read along with Let Them: https://bit.ly/4tldKHs  Read along with Atomic Habits: https://bit.ly/4qyEq4N

In this solo episode, Travis shares hard-won lessons from Paulo Coelho's classic book The Alchemist and connects them to entrepreneurship, parenting, and the journey of building a meaningful life and business. He distills years of publishing over 1,500 podcast episodes, reading 200+ books, and countless hours of listening into a focused breakdown of why the adventure—not the outcome—is what truly matters. On this episode we talk about: What The Alchemist is really about and why it resonates with entrepreneurs The concept of a “personal legend” and how it applies to your goals and dreams Why settling for a “good enough” life keeps you stuck and resentful How to think about risk, comfort, and the closed fist vs. open hand mindset Parenting as preparation: helping your kids face struggle, fear, and their own adventure Top 3 Takeaways If you are not willing to risk what you have for what you want, you will probably never get it. Settling for a “good enough,” dream-adjacent life slowly turns into resentment toward people, opportunities, and the belief that there's not enough out there. The real treasure is who you become on the journey—whether in business or parenting—and your job is to engineer struggle, growth, and adventure, not just comfort. Notable Quotes "If you're not willing to risk what you have to get what you want, then you probably won't get it." "It's not about having the thing. It's about who you become along the way of pursuing the thing." "The adventure is what makes life worth living." Connect with Travis: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell • Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/travischappell • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell • Other: travischappell.com Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen now to the latest episode of JCO Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology, North Star, by Dr Manuela Spadea. As a pediatric oncologist, Spadea shares a luminous, gut-honest reflection that reminds us that beyond protocols and outcomes, the deepest medicine is presence. TRANSCRIPT Narrator: North Star, by Manuela Spadea, MD  Mikkael Sekeres: Welcome back to JCO's Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology. This ASCO podcast features intimate narratives and perspectives from authors exploring their experiences in oncology. I am your host, Mikkael Sekeres. I am professor of medicine and Chief of the Division of Hematology at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami. What a pleasure it is to have joining us today Manuela Spadea, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Turin in Italy and consultant oncologist at the Regina Margherita Children's Hospital in Turin, Italy. We will discuss her Journal of Clinical Oncology article and second place winner in our Narrative Medicine Contest, "North Star." At the time of this recording, our guest has no disclosures. We have agreed to address each other by first names. Manuela, thank you for contributing to the Journal of Clinical Oncology and to our Narrative Medicine Contest, and especially for joining us to discuss your winning article today. Manuela Spadea: Hi Mikkael. Thank you for having me today. It is a pleasure and an honor being invited to speak with you. Mikkael Sekeres: No, the pleasure and honor is mine, I promise. You know, on these podcasts, I often like to ask our guests to tell us something about yourself. Where are you from, and walk us through your career and where you are right now. Manuela Spadea: Sure. I am from Italy. I work in Turin, where I work as a consultant pediatrician, a consultant oncologist, and also as an assistant professor of pediatrics. So my work is divided in these two duties: clinical duties on one hand and on the other hand, research and also teaching activities. I was drawn to choose pediatric oncology because this sits at the intersection of science and humanity, in my opinion, of course. I think that in pediatric oncology, we face different and several challenges, so we need to perform at our best in diagnosis, treatment, and whatever. But also, we are asked to not forget being human and to connect always with our children and their families. So it was basically this intersection, this connection between science, research on one hand, and humanity and heart on the other hand that led me to what I am today. Mikkael Sekeres: It is a fantastic explanation, and it is interesting how you have framed that, that there is an aspect of arts and humanities that you have found in focusing on pediatric hematology oncology. I do think that is more so than what we face in adult oncology. Manuela Spadea: I think that it is kind of different because if you think about our world and you think about a sentence, just putting the words 'child', 'cancer', and 'death' in the same sentence is very hard to think about. An adult is someone that has already had the chance and the gift to grow up. Mikkael Sekeres: Huh. It is an interesting perspective on it. Manuela Spadea: Yeah. A child is someone who is growing up and cancer stays in between his possibility to become an adult or not. Mikkael Sekeres: So the emotional burden right out of the gate of having a child with cancer and the possibility of death and the reaction to the compromise of a full life and the shortening of a full life automatically invokes that extra step of humanity and arts and how we have to approach a medical situation. I had not heard somebody put that into a concise phrase like that before, but you are absolutely right. When did you start writing narrative pieces? Manuela Spadea: I started writing when I was an adolescent, basically. And writing for me was a way to cope with whatever kind of feeling I felt during my life and during what I experienced as a human beforehand. But thereafter, when I became a clinician, writing was a way to cope with difficult shifts or hard nights in which you are asked to make very hard decisions as a clinician. Mikkael Sekeres: Often, either on this podcast or outside of it, doctors will approach me and want to get into writing and write a piece. And I think what many people do not realize is it is entirely possible later in life to start writing and to be very skilled at it. Many of our authors for JCO's Art of Oncology, though, have been writing their entire lives. It is not like they woke up one morning and decided, "Today I am going to write and I am going to write creatively." We have all been working on it for decades. Manuela Spadea: Sure. Mikkael Sekeres: I wonder who are some of your favorite authors or are there writers who have influenced your own writing? Manuela Spadea: I would go with Paulo Coelho and Alda Merini. The reasons are very different because from Paulo Coelho, I learned how to express life as a journey and how to use and exploit, of course, symbolic images to express what we want to tell to our readers. From Alda Merini, I learned that pain and suffering are worthy of being mentioned and they still deserve a place in our writings. And she taught me how to collocate, how to find the right place and the right words to express pain and suffering that are parts of our life, of course, in pediatric oncology, of course, and are worthy being expressed in a manner that can reach our readers and touch them. Mikkael Sekeres: Well, as you have beautifully in your essay, I wonder if you could give us an example of a symbolic image. Manuela Spadea: For example, referring to my essay, "North Star." I chose the North Star because it is a very important image because it recalls to us about being a fixed point in a collapsing world. Basically, it is the world of our children that is collapsing and you are the one who represents this fixed point, this anchor. Mikkael Sekeres: So in your essay, which our entire editorial staff just loved, you write about, and I am going to quote you to you, which is always a little bit awkward, but here I go. You write about "the unbearable beautiful vulnerability of being a North Star for a child with cancer." And you write, "We never call it that, of course, not in rounds, not in protocols, but that is what we become: a fixed point in a collapsing sky. When nothing else makes sense, when numbers fail and outcomes blur, they look to us, not because we promise survival, but because we promise we won't leave." Wow. I mean, that is an incredible collection of sentences. I wonder, in our relationships with our patients, when does that happen? When do we become a North Star? Manuela Spadea: I think that we become a North Star when our patients experience our humanity because they can trust us, not only for our degrees or our experience as clinicians, physicians, researcher, whatsoever. They trust us as a North Star when they feel that we are empathetic with them, when they know that we are feeling what they are experiencing. And so they leave their feelings to us, they share their feelings and they begin to connect with us. Mikkael Sekeres: When does that happen in the timeline of when we meet a patient? Is that something that can happen at our very first meeting where a patient may identify us or a member of our team as their North Star, or is that something that only happens over time as we build trust and build empathy? Manuela Spadea: It is definitely something that happens over time, day by day. Sometimes, but only occasionally, in my opinion, it can happen on the very first days, for example, the days in which we give them the diagnosis. But these are only small occasions because in the majority of cases, in my experience, the trust is built day by day. Mikkael Sekeres: There are also times that doesn't happen, though, right? What are those scenarios like when either patients do not need us to be a North Star or when that deep connection never happens? Manuela Spadea: I think that these are very challenging situations. It can happen when outcomes blur, of course, because sometimes patients are experiencing too much suffering and they cannot share with us because they are not able of sharing with us their feelings. Sometimes it is just because you are not their North Star. Sometimes it is inexplicable, basically. "I do not trust you, not because you are not what I am looking for, but because I do not feel I can trust you. And I do not know how to explain because I cannot trust you." Mikkael Sekeres: It is interesting. It is complicated to develop that relationship where you become a North Star. It sounds like what you are saying is it is a combination of trust, first and foremost, honesty, attentiveness to a patient's needs, and time. Manuela Spadea:Sure. Mikkael Sekeres: In your piece, you write about a couple of patients you have treated, Eva and Cecilia, and you write, "In both Eva's and Cecilia's journeys, I was not the most experienced doctor in the hospital. I wasn't the one who had written the protocol they were enrolled in or published the paper that dramatically shifted their chances. But I was the one who stayed, the one they chose. Incredibly, this is both a gift and a responsibility." There is a lot in those sentences, Manuela. You give patients the agency to identify us as a North Star, not us. Can you talk about that a little bit? Manuela Spadea: I think that there is a word in pediatric oncology that could be used as recurrent. And this word is 'impossible'. Why I chose this word? Because we live impossible diagnosis. Let's be honest. Impossible diagnosis, impossible suffering, impossible losses. When you face the impossible, being a North Star without being burned out by this, it is accepting that you are going to face uncertainty just being present. Because you are not the one that will change the outcome, or you can't be sure that that child will have the chance to survive. So if you give the possibility to face the uncertainty, being sure that whenever it goes, you can just be present for your patient and remember every day to your patient that you are there for them. So basically you win. And on the other hand, you also need to protect yourself because being a North Star is a responsibility, as I wrote. And a responsibility can be overwhelming for the one who is responsible for that child. So in that case, the only thing that can protect you is taking the part of being a North Star with boundaries. So you should also try to maintain your objectivity as a clinician and protect that objectivity that allows you to also serve as a good clinician. Mikkael Sekeres: So I wonder if I could follow up on that a little bit. It is a lot of work to be a North Star, isn't it? I mean, we have to choose our words and our actions so very carefully when we are in a room with a patient and that patient's family. Do you think serving as a North Star contributes to burnout or is it actually the opposite? It keeps our work vibrant and real? Manuela Spadea: Good question. I think that it is both, indeed. I think that burning out comes not by being a North Star, but by being a North Star in isolation, without caring about yourself, without finding a way to cope with your grief, with your sense of fear because we are human, so it is basically we experience these feelings. I mean, if we do not have a way to cope and to protect our feelings, we can absolutely go into burnout. On the other hand, it can be very important thing for our work because it can give our work the possibility to be vibrant and real because we are allowed to take the journey of our patient in a moment in which their journey is very unbearable. This is also not only a responsibility, but also a very important place that we have in their lives. This is very beautiful for me. This is astonishing because we are allowed to enter our patients' lives in a very difficult moment, and we can walk with them. Basically, being present and walking through what cancer journeys reserve for them. Mikkael Sekeres: Well, I think that is a lovely place to end our podcast. What a real pleasure it has been to have Manuela Spadea, who is an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Turin, Italy, and consultant oncologist at the Regina Margherita Children's Hospital in Turin, Italy, to discuss her essay, "North Star." Manuela, thank you so much for submitting your article both to JCO and to our contest, and for joining us today. Manuela Spadea: Thank you, Mikkael. It has been an honor to share these stories with you. Mikkael Sekeres: If you have enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with a friend or colleague or leave us a review. Your feedback and support helps us continue to have these important conversations. If you are looking for more episodes and context, follow our show on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen, and explore more from ASCO at asco.org/podcasts. Until next time, this has been Mikkael Sekeres for JCO Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. Guest statements on the podcast do not express the opinions of ASCO. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement. Show Notes:Like, share and subscribe so you never miss an episode and leave a rating or review. Guest Bio: Dr Manuela Spadea is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Turin, Italy, and Consultant Oncologist at the Regina Margherita Children's Hospital, in Turin, Italy.

Mae reflects on an unexpected comment from her TEDx talk and uses it as a doorway into a deeper exploration of judgment, resonance, and separation. Drawing from music, gaming culture, and a Paulo Coelho story, she invites listeners to notice how awareness can dissolve judgment—and reveal the unseen roles that allow the world to work.Mae YoshikawaMae Yoshikawa is the creator of the Kizuki Journaling™, a powerful tool for self-awareness and transformation. A pioneer in wellness and personal development, Mae was the first Japanese woman authorized by the founding school of Ashtanga Yoga in India in 2006. Her work bridges Eastern and Western traditions, shaped by profound life experiences—including the loss of her mother, the sudden passing of her husband, and her ongoing journey as a mother to two sons. Mae's upcoming books share her path of healing and becoming, and her online community, MAE Y, continues to support a growing circle of those on their path of inner growth. She has served as a global ambassador for adidas since 2015.Kizuki Journaling Website: KizukiJournaling.comPersonal Website: https://maey.live/Instagram: ⁠@maeyoshikawa

Die oliebedryf in Namibië kom op dreef met maatskappye wat analises uitvoer en eksplorasiewerk doen. Maatskappye berei voor om vaardighede te skep vir die bedryf en die Namibiese maatskappy Lion Oilfield Services bied die diens aan. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met Paulo Coelho gepraat, Lion Oilfield Services se uitvoerende beampte vir besigheidsontwikkeling.

Who & When It's For For dreamers standing at a crossroads. For anyone sensing a quiet pull toward something more — a new path, a deeper purpose, a life that feels aligned. Listen as you unwind before sleep, when the noise of the day fades and your heart can finally speak.What Makes It Unique Inspired by The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, this session blends cinematic storytelling, hypnotic breathwork, and poetic guidance to help you reconnect with your heart's inner compass. It's not about forcing direction ... it's about remembering that your heart already knows the way.How It Feels to Experience ItLike wandering under a starlit sky where each breath opens the next step of your journey, golden light moves through the body, quieting thought, softening the chest, and awakening a deep sense of trust. The soundscape flows with warm desert winds and spacious harmonics — soothing, sacred, and full of possibility.The Shift It Creates You drift into sleep feeling clear and guided, no longer chasing answers... simply listening. Your body rests; your intuition awakens. You begin to trust that the signs, the timing, and the path ahead are already unfolding exactly as they should.

I veckans avsnitt möter vi programledaren Agneta Sjödin, aktuell med UFO-serien Mindgap på Viaplay. Agneta delar öppet med sig av hur förlorade tv-jobb blev starten på nya kreativa vägar, och hur hon gått från att frukta förändring till att välkomna den som en möjlighet.Hon berättar om sin långa inre resa, som tog fart när hon skulle bli mamma och insåg att hon behövde bryta gamla mönster och stärka sin självkänsla. En avgörande vändpunkt kom under hennes pilgrimsvandring – en upplevelse som öppnade dörren till andlighet, personlig utveckling och betydelsefulla möten, bland annat med Paulo Coelho. Dessa erfarenheter uppmuntrade henne att lyssna inåt och våga gå sin egen väg, något hon fortsatt göra genom podden Så in i själen.Vi pratar också om relationer, anknytningsmönster och hur psykedelisk terapi hjälpt henne att läka, släppa gamla spår och landa i större trygghet. Agneta delar generöst med sig av sina vardagsverktyg: egentid, tacksamhet, mikro-pauser, affirmationer och modet att möta känslor i stället för att fly dem.Detta är ett djupt och inspirerande samtal om förändring, självkännedom och modet att leva i linje med sitt innersta. Missa inte!Följ Agneta Sjödin här.Se Mindgap här.Läs mer om Framgångsakademin här.Ta del av Framgångsakademins kurser.Beställ "Mitt Framgångsår".Följ Alexander Pärleros på Instagram.Följ Alexander Pärleros på Tiktok.Bästa tipsen från avsnittet i Nyhetsbrevet.I samarbete med Convendum.I samarbete med Convendum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I veckans avsnitt möter vi programledaren Agneta Sjödin, aktuell med UFO-serien Mindgap på Viaplay. Agneta delar öppet med sig av hur förlorade tv-jobb blev starten på nya kreativa vägar, och hur hon gått från att frukta förändring till att välkomna den som en möjlighet.Hon berättar om sin långa inre resa, som tog fart när hon skulle bli mamma och insåg att hon behövde bryta gamla mönster och stärka sin självkänsla. En avgörande vändpunkt kom under hennes pilgrimsvandring – en upplevelse som öppnade dörren till andlighet, personlig utveckling och betydelsefulla möten, bland annat med Paulo Coelho. Dessa erfarenheter uppmuntrade henne att lyssna inåt och våga gå sin egen väg, något hon fortsatt göra genom podden Så in i själen.Vi pratar också om relationer, anknytningsmönster och hur psykedelisk terapi hjälpt henne att läka, släppa gamla spår och landa i större trygghet. Agneta delar generöst med sig av sina vardagsverktyg: egentid, tacksamhet, mikro-pauser, affirmationer och modet att möta känslor i stället för att fly dem.Detta är ett djupt och inspirerande samtal om förändring, självkännedom och modet att leva i linje med sitt innersta. Missa inte!Följ Agneta Sjödin här.Se Mindgap här.Läs mer om Framgångsakademin här.Ta del av Framgångsakademins kurser.Beställ "Mitt Framgångsår".Följ Alexander Pärleros på Instagram.Följ Alexander Pärleros på Tiktok.Bästa tipsen från avsnittet i Nyhetsbrevet.I samarbete med Convendum.I samarbete med Convendum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Namcor sal 'n openbare konsultasievergadering oor die impakassessering aanbied vir die voorgestelde Venus-ontwikkeling. Na afloop van die omvangsfase, wat openbare konsultasies ingesluit het, het die omgewingspraktisyn, SLR Environmental Consulting nou die potensiële omgewings- en maatskaplike impakte van die voorgestelde projek beoordeel en sal 'n tweede ronde openbare konsultasies uitvoer. Paulo Coelho die woordvoerder by Namcor.

Welcome back to The Nikki & Brie Show! In this episode, the twins dive into the sweet details of their Halloween. They recap trick-or-treating chaos—from the annual parental hustle of getting the kids into costumes to next-level neighborhood Halloween setups (popcorn machines, Dodger games, and wine tables?!). Brie shares some thoughtful tips on how to discard old costumes and pumpkins in eco-friendly ways, and reflects on the bittersweet sendoff to her season as Buddy's soccer coach.Nikki opens up about her latest Monday Night RAW match alongside Stephanie Vaquer and the momentum of her WWE comeback. With the Bella Army out in full force and her intensity on the rise (thanks to some coaching from Bryan!), she's more fired up than ever, even if after a in-ring defeat. The twins also share their go-to post-match rituals. Hint: they involve tiger balm, hotel room service, and sometimes wine in the shower. Priorities, of course.Then it's time for “Hold the L”, a hilarious new game where seemingly perfect scenarios take a wild turn and the twins have to decide whether to take the loss or walk away with their pride intact. It's petty, playful, and will make you bust out laughing. Brie drops a quote from Paulo Coelho that might become your new daily mantra, while Nikki has some empowering words for all the baddies. Hit play, and remember, if you're gonna hold the L… make it look good! Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Phil Svitek and Marisa Serafini (@serafinitv) unpack Paulo Coelho's Brida, a spiritual coming-of-age novel that blends witchcraft, love, and the search for destiny. We trace Coelho's remarkable journey—from rebellious lyricist and political prisoner to world-renowned author of The Alchemist—and how his fascination with faith, mysticism, and personal legend shaped Brida's twin paths of the Sun (reason, discipline) and Moon (intuition, ritual). We explore the novel's central relationships—Brida, Magus, Wicca, and Lorens—and what they reveal about soulmates, free will, and spiritual growth. Along the way, we discuss memorable quotes, recurring symbols, and whether Brida's ultimate choice reflects courage or denial.Up next in our Bookmarked series:Exile and the Kingdom – Albert Camus (Nov 2025)Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore – Emily Krempholtz (Dec 2025)Marisa pick (Jan 2026)Marisa pick (Feb 2026)The Lost Bookshop – Evie Woods (Mar 2026)Marisa pick (Apr 2026)How to Solve Your Own Murder – Kristen Perrin (May 2026)

SLR Environmental Consulting het sy konsep-omgewings- en sosiale impakstudie en omgewingsbestuursplan vir die voorgestelde projekontwikkeling van die Venus-olieveld in Blok 2913B in PEL 56 langs die Namibiese suidkus voltooi. Belanghebbendes en geaffekteerde partye word genooi om die verslae te lees en openbare konsultasies oor die projek by te woon. Namcor-woordvoerder Paulo Coelho sê die tweede been van die konsultasies begin op 3 November.

Welcome back to *Makes Sense with Dr. JC Podcast. Where confusion dies and Progress thrives. Today, we're making sense of the climb, the personal legend story of Maddye Trew. This is not a story of just her climb up the charts, but the climb every dreamer faces on the way to building their personal legend story. My two very special guests are Miss Maddye Trew and Jeff McMahon.  Maddye Trew is an up-and-coming country recording artist whose latest single, “Single of the Year,” is quickly climbing the Country Breakout Chart. In this song, Maddye vulnerably shares her struggle with being single, and ironically, it's her singleness that's pushing her toward success on the very charts she's climbing. Born in Memphis, Maddye has already performed on American Idol, appeared on CMT, taken the stage at The Bluebird Café, and opened for Big & Rich. Now she's preparing to release her debut EP, Here Goes Nothin'. Alongside her is her Alchemist, guide, and mentor, Jeff McMahon, a musician and industry veteran who spent 18 years touring with Tim McGraw, performed on six Billboard #1 singles, and was nominated for ACM Musician of the Year. Today, Jeff isn't just playing keys; he's guiding rising talent like Maddye, helping her navigate the unpredictable climb of the music business. I first met them in Chicago, at a personal growth and creative self-mastery event that I am affiliated with. At first glance, when I heard Maddy's beautiful voice and acoustic guitar strumming, alongside McMahon on the keys, I knew I was in for an outstanding musical performance.  But what unfolded for the audience was something unexpected by everyone, including Maddye and Jeff. Let's say that the keys on Jeff's piano were not the only ones we experienced. Their story, coupled with their beautiful sounds and songs, began laying the foundation for an epic journey of personal growth, unlocking life lessons that opened doors to some of the most common struggles we face in this fast-paced, overstimulated world full of confusion and concern.  Together, their story mirrors the timeless journey of the main character, Santiago, in Paulo Coelho's timeless book, The Alchemist, where he is a young seeker guided by a wise mentor on the path to his destiny. It's a story about commitment, perseverance, mentorship, vulnerability, belief in the process, and learning to see magic in the blind spots along the way. This isn't just a story about becoming a country star. It's a story for anyone climbing their own mountain of success, learning to handle criticism with grace, to turn failure into fuel, and to recognize that sometimes, you've already arrived. Follow and Support Maddye Trew's Climb: Website: https://www.maddyetrew.com Insta: @maddytrew Jeff McMahon: Website: https://www.mcmahonsays.com Insta: @mcmahonsays   Listen now to learn how to reclaim your will to power, rise above victimhood, and rediscover your inner Superman. Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy: ► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook:  / makessensepodcast ►YouTube:  / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is a subjective and acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. 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The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 3:32 - Welcome and Back Story 6:24 - Maddye Trew's Start in Music 11:52 - A Personal Legend? 16:18 - How Maddye met her mentor? 22:14 - The Climb - McMahon On Keys 26:02 - Song #1 - The Way I Talk 29:43 - Song #2 - Teach Me You 34:30 - Managing expectations of the Climb 38:28 - What does it take to be successful in the industry 43:16 - Dealing with Impatience 49:56 - Song #3 - Single of the Year 53:12 - The Billion Dollar Question?   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We often get stuck chasing what we think we're supposed to want. We're tearing down the idea of "outside success" by connecting Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist directly to the "More Business More Life®" philosophy. This isn't just a book review; it's a toolkit for learning to trust your own instincts and live your deepest purpose—your Personal Legend. We break down the core idea of spiritual duality: how to keep your focus on what matters most ("the oil") while actively enjoying the world's beauty and navigating its challenges. You'll hear the simple, yet unforgettable story of the Wise Man and the two drops of oil.  We also share compelling personal stories, including one about overcoming life-altering paralysis, to demonstrate a crucial truth: unexpected adversity often leads to a better, more fulfilling outcome than you could have ever planned. Learn how to shed the outside noise, reconnect with your inner voice, and start trusting the guidance that is always available to help you pursue your Personal Legend.

El brasilero Paulo Coelho es uno de los autores más afamados de superación personal. En el libro “El alquimista”, a través de una fábula, da pistas sobre cómo descubrir el tesoro más deseado por todos: la verdadera realización. Si piensas que ese tesoro está en el viaje soñado o en una meta profesional cumplida, prepárate para enfrentarte a la verdad. Está dentro de ti, pero debes enfrentarte a los retos del camino para encontrarlo. Si te resuena la idea, escucha la reseña de este libro.

Too often, the role of a panel moderator is perceived as logistics—keeping time and reading questions from a list. But the best moderators know it's much more than that. Great moderating is strategy. It's a chance to showcase presence, leadership, and personal brand. Done well, moderation shapes the audience's experience, amplifies the panelists, and demonstrates your leadership in real time.With conference season underway, it's the perfect time to talk about how to elevate when you moderate. My guest, Nicole Lester Arrindell—an accomplished attorney, community leader, and frequent moderator—knows how to turn preparation, presence, and pace into a brand-building advantage.In this episode of Branding Room Only, Nicole and I break down how moderation itself can become a personal branding tool. We share practical tips for prep calls, audience engagement, and managing Q&A, and introduce the PACE framework—being Prepared, Agile, Conscientious, and Engaged—so you can approach your next panel with confidence and leave a lasting impression.2:19 — Nicole on personal branding, three words that describe her, her favorite Paulo Coelho quote, and the Nas track that fuels her7:37 — How Nicole's career transitions connect and build on each other13:11 — The role fellowships and leadership programs play in professional growth15:58 — Why a moderator's approach shapes the success of a panel24:48 — Strategies to prepare as a moderator and create a better experience for panelists and the audience34:42 — How moderation highlights your skills and elevates your personal brand41:35 — Keys to running an effective and balanced panel Q&A47:10 — Ways to close a panel with strength and make it memorable49:55 — Nicole's non-negotiable branding value and her “standing room only” magicMentioned In How Panel Moderation Helps You Build Visibility and Influence with Nicole Lester ArrindellNicole Lester Arrindell | LinkedIn“Everyday People Can Be Everyday Leaders” | Nicole Lester Arrindell | TEDxUStreetWomenCurated Resources from PaulaHow to Prepare for a Conference to Maximize Your Personal Brand ImpactPersonal Branding Boosters and Bruisers: Attending ConferencesPersonal Branding Bruisers: Paula's Professional Pet PeevesLearn More About Paula's Personal Branding Strategy Session OfferCall to ActionFollow & Review: Help others find the podcast. Subscribe and leave a quick review.Want more ways to grow your personal brand? Make sure you're signed up for my upcoming webinars and workshops.Sponsor for this episodePGE Consulting Group LLC empowers individuals and organizations to lead with purpose, presence, and impact. Specializing in leadership development and personal branding, we offer keynotes, custom programming, consulting, and strategic advising—all designed to elevate influence and performance at every level.Founded and led by Paula Edgar, our work centers on practical strategies that enhance professional development, strengthen workplace culture, and drive meaningful, measurable change.To learn more about Paula and her services, go to www.paulaedgar.com or contact her at info@paulaedgar.com, and follow Paula Edgar and the PGE Consulting Group LLC on LinkedIn.

John continues his chat with Austin Armstrong. They discuss the evolving role of AI in education and business, strategies for integrating AI into your workflow, the upcoming AI Marketing World Conference, and the AI tools Austin recommends. In Part 1, Austin shared his journey from MySpace to building Syllaby, an AI startup that helps content creators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders create and share content faster and easier. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Recap of Part 1 [01:24] - AI Marketing World Conference [04:21] - Julia McCoy at the conference [05:08] - Who the conference is for [06:00] - How AI is changing education and student cheating [10:03] - Why teachers should focus on critical thinking [11:57] - AI tool recommendations [15:39] - Austin's definition of success [16:01] - Top daily habit [18:57] - Austin's upcoming book, Virality [20:18] - Traits of a great leader [20:53] - Best way to connect with Austin [24:39] - Book recommendations [25:25] - Closing thoughts NOTABLE QUOTES: “If you set out to accomplish something, or have a set desire or outcome, and you achieve that, that's a success.” “It's getting easier and easier to cheat, and I think the most important thing that teachers can do is to know that this is happening and adjust to critical thinking.” “The problem is that critical thinking is not taught in school, because the school system does not want critical thinkers. They want robots.” “If you're going to embrace AI in the school system, you have to allow and enforce critical thinking.” “Lead by example. That's always been a core belief of mine, that I'm not just going to bark orders at you. Anything that I tell you to do is based on something that I've previously done or have experience with first.” “Don't be a content creator. Be a business owner who creates content.” BOOKS MENTIONED: Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire by Dan Martell (https://a.co/d/hgFEgso) The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (https://a.co/d/4Q9XT6C) AI TOOLS: ChatGPT (https://openai.com/ ) Claude (https://www.anthropic.com/claude ) Grok (https://grok.com/) Copilot (https://copilot.microsoft.com/chats/kyux5V4Rhz2VTzzW7AcRT ) LLaMA (https://www.llama.com/ ) Futurepedia.io (https://www.futurepedia.io/ ) FutureTools.io (https://www.futuretools.io/ ) There's An AI for That (https://theresanaiforthat.com/ ) Product Hunt (http://producthunt.com )  G2 (http://g2.com ) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://austinarmstrong.ai/ https://syllaby.io/ https://aimarketingworld.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinarmstrong90/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/trysyllaby/ https://www.facebook.com/Owwstin/ https://www.facebook.com/trysyllaby https://x.com/trySyllaby https://www.youtube.com/@syllaby https://www.tiktok.com/@syllaby.ai CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

When you think about building wealth in medicine, do you picture yourself working at one job until retirement? My guest today, Kristin Burton, proves there's a better way. She began her career like many of us, buried in student loan debt and working long hours. After paying off $161,000 in just 16 months, she realized financial freedom was about more than debt elimination. Kristin shares how she shifted her focus from paying bills to building assets, investing aggressively in her twenties, and eventually creating income streams outside of medicine. We talk about the mindset shifts healthcare professionals must make to get ahead, and Kristin also shares how she helps other PAs, NPs, and PharmDs rethink their financial journey, create sustainable wealth, and avoid burnout in medicine. If you're wondering whether it's possible to thrive in your career, grow your wealth, and still have time for family and passions, this episode is for you! “If you can create a gap between your expenses and income and then create some assets with the gap, it's almost inevitable that you're gonna end up building some wealth.” ~ Kristin Burton In This Episode:- Kristin Burton's journey of paying $161k in student debt- What steps did she take toward becoming a millionaire?- Why your income level doesn't matter in building wealth- What Kristin would do differently and her current beliefs- Biggest client "head trash": PSLF myths and the 4% 401k mindset - How do you help healthcare professionals avoid lifestyle inflation?- Kristin's book recommendations - Redefining wealth: from net worth goals to "what is enough?" - How to find out more and join Kristin's community Book Recommendations Mentioned in the Episode: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: https://a.co/d/3yayzkg 10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dr. Benjamin Hardy & Dan Sullivan: https://a.co/d/hlbLEbG Who Not How by Dr. Benjamin Hardy & Dan Sullivan: https://a.co/d/2Ol8RjwThe 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom: https://a.co/d/6SMYeNH Die With Zero by Bill Perkins: https://a.co/d/6ae8TSq Join The Millionaires in Medicine Club!Learn how to clear debt and build wealth as a PA, NP, or PharmD: https://www.millionairesinmedicine.com/community Connect with Kristin Burton: Website: https://www.millionairesinmedicine.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-burton-pac `Resources:➡️ Free community of high-performing physicians: the Physician Wealth Accelerator - https://limitless-md.mn.co/➡️ Check out my programs - https://vikramraya.com/coaching/➡️ Apply to become a Limitless MD -

In episode #83, we are celebrating the 80th birthday of Raul Seixas [1945-1989], and the release of his fourth album, "Novo Aeon", on November 1975. The most popular Brazilian rock artist, Raul's music is characterized by intense guitar riffs, soulful vocals and blend with several music genres, including forró, baião and afrosounds. Novo Aeon is an album signifacantly inspired by Alistair Crowley in its lyrics, with the exploration of themes such as individualism, sexual liberation and freedom.We also explored Raul Seixas' music beyond the album by talking about all four albums written in partnership with bestselling author Paulo Coelho. We talked about all of Raul's chameleon portraits: the hitmaker, the esoteric, the storyteller, the rockstar, the alcoholic, the copycat, the madman, the activist, the human. Follow our playlist Brazuca Sounds Soundtrack on Spotify.Check Translationsmith for the translation of Brazilian lyrics.

"The secret of happiness is to see all the marvels of the world and never forget the drops of oil on the spoon." - From The AlchemistFor entrepreneurs: The secret of success is to see all the marvels of your vivid vision while never forgetting the practical realities of running your business.In this special episode, Bradley shares his powerful presentation from the 2025 Two-Day MBA event on "The Oil and Spoon Mindset." Drawing from Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist, Bradley explores how successful entrepreneurs must balance big vision with practical execution - carrying both the "oil" (operational focus) and appreciating the "palace" (grand vision) simultaneously.The Vision Foundation:Everything is downhill from your vision - Every business decision flows from the clarity of your vision.Essential components: Dream outcome, 3-year vision, 1-year objectives, 90-day priorities.Most entrepreneurs struggle with the "vision paradox" - carrying big dreams while facing daily frustrations.Before you can master the oil and spoon mindset, you need to know where your business currently stands. Are you carrying too much oil and missing the palace? Or dreaming big without operational focus?Take the Business Architect Scorecard and discover exactly which areas of your business need attention to achieve sustainable growth.Get your free assessment at: scale.blueprintos.comThis comprehensive scorecard will help you:Identify gaps between your vision and execution.Understand which operational areas need strengthening.Create a clear roadmap for balanced growth.Build the foundation for carrying both oil and palace effectively.Don't let the vision paradox hold your business back. Take the scorecard today and start building a business that scales with both clarity and operational excellence.Thanks to our sponsors...BlueprintOS equips business owners to design and install an operating system that runs like clockwork. Through BlueprintOS, you will grow and develop your leadership, clarify your culture and business game plan, align your operations with your KPIs, develop a team of A-Players, and execute your playbooks. Register to join us at an upcoming WebClass when you visit www.blueprintos.com!Coach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner. He leads a large, stable team of professionals who are at the top of their game year after year. Now he shares the systems, processes, delegation, and specialization he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at www.coachpconsulting.com. Be sure to mention the Above The Business Podcast when you get in touch.Club Capital is the ultimate partner for financial management and marketing services, designed specifically for insurance agencies, fitness franchises, and youth soccer organizations. As the nation's largest accounting and financial advisory firm for insurance agencies, Club Capital proudly serves over 1,000 agency locations across the country—and we're just getting started. With Club Capital, you get more than just services; you get a dedicated account manager backed by a team of specialists committed to your success. From monthly accounting and tax preparation to CFO services and innovative digital marketing, we've got you covered. Ready to experience the transformative power of Club Capital? Schedule your free demo today at club.capital and see the difference firsthand. Make sure you mention you heard about us on the Above The Business podcast to get 50% off your one time onboarding fee!Autopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve their staffing challenges by...

Hi Mamas, If you've ever found yourself reheating the same cup of coffee for the third time—while RSVP-ing “sure, I'll bake 48 gluten-free, dairy-free, unicorn-shaped cupcakes”… today's episode is for you. We're diving into Paulo Coelho's reminder: “When you say ‘yes' to others, make sure you're not saying ‘no' to yourself.” Because every yes comes with an invoice… paid in sleep, sanity, or that bedtime snuggle you promised your kiddo. This week, I'm handing you a tiny, mighty tool called The Empowered Pause so you can protect your time like your toddler guards the last sprinkle donut. In this pep-talk: ✔️ Why defaulting to yes bankrupts your energy account ✔️ The 3-step Empowered Pause (breathe… scan… ask) that keeps guilt in its lane ✔️ How modeling healthy limits teaches our kids that they don't have to do it all ✔️ Real-life boundary scripts you can swipe (straight from my Boundaries Made Simple freebie) ✔️ The truth about “good moms do everything” … and why that voice needs an exit pass

WHEN GOD WAS A RABBIT by Sarah Winman, chosen by Harry Trevaldwyn THE ALCHEMIST by Paulo Coelho, chosen by Xantoné Blacq JAMES by Percival Everett, chosen by Harriett GilbertMusic producer and composer Xantoné Blacq joins actor and writer Harry Trevaldwyn to share the books they love with presenter Harriett Gilbert. First up, Harry brings to the table a book by The Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah Winman. A book about childhood and growing up, friendships and families, triumph and tragedy and everything in between. When God Was a Rabbit celebrates the magic of the everyday for Harry, but what do the others think of it?Next up, Xantoné chooses The Alchemist by Brazilian author Paulo Coelho, which since publication in 1988 has become a widely translated international bestseller. A blend of spirituality, magical realism and folklore, Xantoné finds it an incredibly motivational read. Are Harry and Harriett also inspired by it?Finally, Harriett puts forward Percival Everett's most recent book, the 2024 Booker Prize nominated 'James'. Both funny and horrifying, soulful and thrilling, Everett reframes the story of Huckleberry Finn from the perspective of Jim. Harriett is blown away by it - do the others agree? Producer: Becky RipleyPhoto credit CK Morrison

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