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Join Mark Stiving for a unique dual-guest conversation with Jon Jennings, longtime Impact Pricing sponsor and successful pricing recruiter, and Ryan Walter, a pricing veteran with over 15 years of leadership experience who recently transitioned into recruiting. Together, they reveal the insider's view of private equity pricing transformations, from deal diligence to exit strategies. In this episode, they explore why private equity firms are investing heavily in pricing capabilities, how to determine the right level of pricing leadership for different situations, and the evolving landscape of pricing careers.  The conversation covers everything from pre-acquisition planning to AI's impact on pricing roles, offering valuable insights for both pricing professionals and business leaders.   Why you have to check out today's podcast: Learn the critical difference between hiring a pricing person and orchestrating a pricing transformation. Understand the decision framework for determining whether you need a manager, director, or VP-level pricing leader. Explore why portfolio companies often resist pricing initiatives and how to overcome that resistance.   “In the private equity space, part of the diligence is we think there's an opportunity of pricing improvement of some dollar amount to go get. In order to get that, you're going to need to transform the way things are working, which is building out a team.” – Ryan Walter   Topics Covered: 02:05 – Ryan's journey into pricing: From MBA analytics to solving 7-Eleven's cigarette pricing crisis in Florida 03:29 – Pricing transformation strategies: Why PE's 5-year timeline perfectly aligns with pricing capability building 07:49 – Pricing as a center of excellence: The evolution from analyst roles to VP-level positions and what's next 11:05 – Private equity hiring differences: Stakeholder dynamics, investment thesis pressure, and the "shorter leash" reality 14:30 – Pricing problems in portfolio companies: When port cos don't see the problem PE firms see and how to bridge that gap 17:37 – Pricing transformation explained: Why it's all-encompassing and requires strategy, finance, data, and leadership skills 20:48 – Transformational roles in organizations: The difference between backfilling and building, and why transformation always wins 23:41 – Hiring pricing professionals for PE: Building pricing advisor roles at the firm level and sharing resources across portcos 26:17 – AI's impact on pricing: Data foundation requirements and immediate use cases like rebate design and negotiation prep 29:13 – AI in pricing strategies: Competitive data matching, SKU comparison, and the 80% solution approach 32:06 – Promoting the pricing field: Building the next generation of talent and educating people into pricing careers   Key Takeaways: "In the private equity space, part of the diligence is we think there's an opportunity of pricing improvement of some dollar amount to go get. In order to get that, you're going to need to transform the way things are working, which is building out a team." – Ryan Walter "The reason I like that word [transformation] is it's all encompassing because it's not really one thing. It's not, oh, we need to get a director of FPA in here. We need to get somebody who understands strategy, who understands finance, who understands data and IT tools, and is a leader that can influence others." – Ryan Walter "If you're going to go for a pricing transformation, you have to dive in with both feet. Halfway doesn't typically work." – Jon Jennings   Resources and People Mentioned: 7-Eleven: https://www.7-eleven.com/   Connect with Jon Jennings & Ryan Walter: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonjennings/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-walter3141/   Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

In this episode, Ethan sits down with Lindsey Craven, the Artist Relations Manager at MerleFest, the renowned roots music festival held annually in Wilkes County, North Carolina. Lindsey takes us behind the scenes, sharing the journey that led her to the festival and how she began booking artists for one of the most beloved events in the roots music scene. This conversation offers an intimate look at what it takes to bring the soul of MerleFest to life each year. Connect with Merlefest WebsiteFacebook X YoutubeCheck Out the Artists and People Mentioned in this EpisodeTyler ChildersSturgill SimpsonPatsy Cline Conway TwittyDoc Watson Johnny Cash WatchhouseUncle Lucius Sierra Ferrell Avett BrothersCarolina Chocolate DropsWilliam B. Townes IVBonnie RaittBilly StringsSend a text to The Ebone Zone! Support the showIf you have questions or comments email ebonezonepodcast@yahoo.com Follow the Ebone Zone on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialEBZLike the Ebone Zone on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ebonezoneofficial/Visit www.ebonezone.com for more content!

A conversation between Dr Iain McGilchrist, the renowned polymath, and Dr Stephen Blackwood, President of Ralston College, about Dr McGilchrist's formative experiences at Winchester College, the prestigious British public school, and his subsequent training as a literary critic at Oxford University and his appointment as a Fellow at All Souls. Drs McGilchrist and Blackwood emphasize the vital role of freedom, friendship, and the expectation of excellence in providing students with an authentic education. This conversation was recorded during Dr McGilchrist's visit to Ralston College in March 2024 to deliver The Sophia lectures for the 2023-24 academic year. List of People Mentioned in the Episode:  Cicero George Herbert John Donne John Clare Guido d'Arezzo Alexander Pope Freeman Dyson Gerard Manley Hopkins Friedrich Schelling G.W.F. Hegel John Bayley  Christopher Tolkien John Milton Edmund Spenser  William Wordsworth Samuel Taylor Coleridge  Georg Chritoph Lichtenberg Derek Parfit Thomas Hardy Oliver Sacks Roger Scruton   

We're celebrating the 100th episode of Smart Energy Voices with a showcase of women leaders who are driving sustainability in the energy sector. As recorded at the recent Net Zero Forum Spring,  2024 WISE (Women in Smart Energy) winners Renée Yarmy, Eryn Beddoes and Leigh Pearson discuss advancing net-zero efforts, workforce development, the value of mentorship, improving gender diversity in STEM and energy, and their personal motivations. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in… Innovative projects and sustainability goals [02:09] A closer look at WISE winners' contributions [07:16] Challenges/opportunities for women in energy and sustainability sectors [16:41] Gender diversity and collaboration in the energy transition [29:27] Click here for detailed show notes Resources & People Mentioned: 2024 WISE Award Winners ConnexFM INFLATION REDUCTION ACT OF 2022 | Department of Energy Red Deer Polytechnic Connect with Renée Yarmy On LinkedIn Connect with Eryn Beddoes On LinkedIn Connect with Leigh Pearson On LinkedIn Connect With Smart Energy Decisions Smart Energy Decisions Follow us on LinkedIn Subscribe to Smart Energy Voices on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Android, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio, aCast, PlayerFM, iHeart Radio If you're interested in participating in the next Smart Energy Decision Event, visit smartenergydecisions.com or email our Community Development team at attend@smartenergydecisions.com

Sam from The Pub Trivia Podcast hosts an all Andrew-themed trivia game for us to help raise money for The Dear Jack Foundation! Listen and play along as hardcore fans and Andrew McMahon experts Kyle, Lindsay, Andrew, Jenna, and Laura compete for prizes. Who will win the ultimate title of Most Knowledge Andrew McFan! Categories: Cities or States Mentioned in Something Corporate Lyrics (Identify the City or State) Host Cities of the Dear Jack Benefit Concert Outside of California (Includes 2023) Jack's Mannequin Songs Featuring F-Bombs Jack's Mannequin Songs Mentioning “Church” Names of People Mentioned in Wilderness Lyrics (Identify the Names - Exclude Any Biblical References) Songs on the Original Release of The Pop Underground Songs on the Original Release of the Self-Titled Wilderness Album (2014) Songs Primarily Credited to Josh Partington on LTTW and/or North US Billboard Alternative Airplay Charting Songs by Andrew and His Bands US Billboard Hot 100 Charting Songs by Andrew and His Bands

The one, the ONLY Casey Bond! You guys know how we love her! Today we chat about Casey's newest release, A Tangle of Fate that dropped on August 18. Let us say how SHOCKED we were for a crossover of two of our favorite Casey Bond worlds! Join the chaos to fall into Casey's newest fantasy. Spoilers for Gravebriar, When Wishes Bleed, Omen of Stones, and A Tangle of Fate by Casey Bond.People Mentioned in this episode: @authorcaseybond@artbysteffani@author_magaidh_dunbroch@authormegalivien@utopiaconventionHow to show your support:Please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review, and don't forget to follow us on Instagram for more of the chaos!@theterritorialfaepodcastHost Allisha @ladyperfictionistHost Amanda @quinnoftherereads

Bookstagram is the most amazing community! There are so many incredible contributors who put out such amazing content. Come sit with us and chat about a few of our favorites!People Mentioned in this episode: @authorcaseybond@tinabyer@authorlunalaurier@alphabetsandaudiobooks@nomomstayandread@rae.in_wonderland@artbytoniii@andreaaguirresart@thereallifebookreviewer@thebeautifuldarknessart@darkfaerietales_@myfriendsarefiction@bootynthebooks@rosiethorns88@ezeekat@cali.tattoosHow to show your support:Please subscribe and leave us a 5 star review, and don't forget to follow us on Instagram for more of the chaos!@theterritorialfaepodcastHost Allisha @ladyperfictionistHost Amanda @quinnoftherereads

Many people wonder if financial planners are worth the fees they charge. In this One for the Money podcast episode, I'll help you learn the value a financial planner can provide. In the tips, tricks, and strategies portion, you'll learn how to identify competent financial planners and avoid hucksters and salesmen.In this episode...Money is a sensitive topic [01:07]How financial planners add value [03:46]Providing peace of mind [09:34]Planner? Advisor? Agent? [13:47]Identifying competent financial planners [15:46]The cost of not having a financial plannerDiscussing finances can be a delicate and personal matter for many individuals. Unfortunately, some people equate their financial prosperity with their overall success in life, causing anxiety and fear over their perceived lack of progress. As a financial planner, I've had the opportunity to meet with countless clients to review their financial situations. I'm pleased to say that individuals are often pleasantly surprised by how well they're on track for their financial goals.Many people avoid seeking the help of a financial planner due to the complexity and emotional nature of finances. Instead, they attempt to manage their finances on their own or rely on advice from colleagues, friends, or family. However, in my experience of reviewing numerous financial plans, I have encountered many instances where mistakes or missed opportunities. These mistakes can include problems with company 401k plans, cash management, debt repayment, or tax planning, each of which can result in significant financial losses.A financial planner often means greater resultsAccording to Vanguard's research paper from July 2022, financial advisors have the potential to increase their clients' net returns by up to 3% or more. However, the value added may vary depending on the client's situation. To demonstrate the impact of a 3% increase in returns, consider this example: If $10,000 is invested at a 4% rate for 30 years, it will grow to just over $32,000. But if the same amount is invested at a 7% rate, 3% higher, it will grow to over $76,000. This example shows how a financial planner can significantly impact someone's financial future. While these results are not guaranteed, they highlight the value that professional investment advice can bring. Most mutual fund assets are advised, which further supports the importance of seeking the help of a knowledgeable advisor who can provide tailored guidance.How to choose the right professionalIt is crucial to choose a financial planner who is certified, meaning they have completed at least seven college-level courses covering a wide range of financial topics such as investments, retirement plans, taxes, insurance, and estate planning. They also have bachelor's degrees. I wouldn't let my friends or family work with anyone who wasn't a CFP. Sadly, a CFP isn't a guarantee they will have your best interests in mind, as I've seen too many CFPs sell only insurance products and not provide comprehensive planning.A financial planner should thoroughly analyze your tax return every year and identify all the ways to help you avoid paying extra taxes. Without studying your tax return, how can any financial planner provide guidance regarding contributions, distributions, or other tax mitigation strategies? To create a comprehensive financial plan that aligns with your ideal life, a financial planner should consider all aspects of your financial situation, including investments, taxes, savings, pensions, income, goals, and real estate, and analyze the impact of adjustments on your ideal life. Securities and Advisory services offered through LPL Financial. A registered investment advisor. Member FINRA & SIPC.Resources & People Mentioned

Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #31 with Nina Meehan. Are you brimming with potential creativity, yet find it stifled by a lingering belief that you're not creative? This self-imposed limitation can often hinder our exploration of fresh ideas and innovative solutions. By challenging these restrictive beliefs and embracing the boundless landscape of ideas, we can enhance our creative prowess. One powerful way to augment creativity is through divergent thinking. This concept revolves around generating a multitude of ideas or solutions for a single problem rather than settling for just one. Embracing divergent thinking illuminates a path scattered with possibilities and options, shifting our focus from problems to potential solutions. Regular practice of divergent thinking can cultivate a more creative and open-minded approach to problem-solving. Join host Ben Albert in a riveting conversation with Nina Meehan, a renowned global creativity & innovation expert. Nina shares her journey into creative thinking and offers strategies to bolster creativity, leading us to think beyond the ordinary. Dive into the episode for a fresh perspective on creativity! Quote Of The Day: “The slotted spoon can catch the potato.” ~Stephen Sondheim Timestamp: [01:50] A quick bio of our guest; Nina Meehan [04:03] Quote of the day: “The slotted spoon can catch the potato.” ~Stephen Sondheim [04:50] What today's quote reminds us [04:37] Example of divergent thinking in a business context [07:44] How Nina Meehan became a creative thinker [10:27] Ways to improve your creativity [15:55] How to connect with Nina Meehan Website: https://gocreate.zone/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmeehan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninameehan/ [17:00] What is divergent thinking? [17:20] Integration assignment Key Takeaways: “The slotted spoon can catch the potato.” ~Stephen Sondheim [04:03] When we embrace divergent thinking, we suddenly see possibilities and options instead of problems. [05:07] We are all born as creative individuals [08:43] “Nothing kills creativity and innovation in the workforce faster than an environment that is forcing people to get something right.”~ Nina Meehan [09:15] “You cannot be innovative without taking a risk.”~ Nina Meehan [11:47] “The number one indicator of a person who has creative potential and creative thinking at their fingertips is somebody who has divergent thinking and openness to new ideas.” ~ Nina Meehan [18:09] Integration Assignment: Take 3 minutes and find a random object in your house and list ten ways you can use that object that is not how that object was intended. People Mentioned and Other Resources: Stephen Sondheim; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_Sondheim Keep In Touch with Nina Meehan: Website: https://gocreate.zone/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmeehan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninameehan/ Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/nmeehan — Follow Balbert: Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach Episode #66 with Robbie Bent Watch The Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/noQRGC6v118 — Episode #66 of Learn Speak Teach is an inspiring and enlightening conversation with Robbie Bent, the co-founder and CEO of Othership. Othership is a pioneering wellness platform, redefining emotional well-being by integrating social experiences, such as saunas, ice baths, and breathwork, into its innovative approach. Join your host, Ben Albert, as he delves into the concept of social wellness. Traditionally, wellness activities such as meditation, yoga, and journaling have been seen as solitary pursuits. However, we have abundant social time that we crave and enjoy. Robbie poses an intriguing question: What if we could transform late night social time into an impactful, healthy, and enjoyable journey of wellness? The power of social experiences lies in their ability to foster emotional wellness by connecting us with others, encouraging us to learn and grow together. The link between our emotions and health is undeniable, making prioritization of self-care through social experiences an essential aspect of overall well-being. In this enlightening conversation, Robbie sheds light on why community plays a vital role in wellness and explains the myriad benefits of saunas, ice baths, and breathwork. He also provides insights into what you can expect from a bathhouse experience and shares the life-enhancing impact of finding awe in everyday experiences. Explore the future of emotional wellness with Othership's innovative social bathhouse experiences and immersive breathwork app. Tune in and let Robbie's wisdom inspire you to prioritize your emotional well-being and foster a sense of community in your wellness journey. Listen now! - During this episode, you will learn about: [02:42] A quick bio of our guest; Robbie Bent [03:06] The vision of Othership [04:50] Why community is essential for wellness [10:30] What prompted Robbie to start Othership? [18:54] How they are able to accomplish growth and expansion in a short duration [24:43] How breathwork and other care practices have helped them achieve success [28:12] The benefits of sauna, ice baths, and breathwork [30:34] The experience to expect at the bathhouse [35:12] The Breathwork app; https://www.othership.us/app [42:18] How you can contribute to the app; https://www.instagram.com/othership/ [42:49] Robbie's experience with psychedelic medicine [53:14] How finding awe can improve your life [56:37] Rapid Fire Round [1:00:05] Join the one-month free scholarship program; [1:02:55] How to reach out to Othership to get free sessions for an entire weekend [1:03:31] Connect with Robbie: Twitter; https://twitter.com/robbiebent1 Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/othership/ Key Takeaways: When you care about the impact that you are having, the product you've built, and the pursuit of excellence, you are motivated to work hard. [20:14] Anyone can be wired for success, but you have to make it happen. [23:55] You are the captain of your journey. Your ship, your journey. [31:19] There is no key to success or fulfillment. It's a combination lock, and every one of us has our own unique combination, but the one piece of the combination which is universal is the support system [52:32] People Mentioned and Other Resources: Download Othership: Guided Breathwork on; App Store: http://bit.ly/3KwMgJs Google Play: http://bit.ly/3UyyASA Keep In Touch with Robbie Bent: Website: https://www.othership.us/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robbiebent/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/othership/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/robbiebent1 — Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #30 with Joe Villegas. We all have an inner world that is sometimes hard to see because we are so busy with our outer world. It is important to connect with your inner world in order to create a better outer world. Our outer world is a reflection of what we carry inside of us. Having a better outer world becomes hard if our inner world is not in order. If you want more abundance and more fun in your outer world, it all begins with the inner work you do for yourself. So what can we do to have a better outer life? Find out how you can work on your inner world to have a better outer world in today's episode with Joe Villegas, a health & wellness coach, and the owner of Paragon Well-Being. When we think of our goals, we think of what we want to accomplish and what we want to change. We must work on our inner world to achieve these goals. We should put ourselves around the people who are doing the things that we want to do so that we can understand what they are like and the sort of things they do. You will have a better outer world when you work on your inner world. Quote Of The Day: “Your outer world follows your inner world.” ~ Peter Sage Timestamp: [00:55] Get to know our guest; Joe Villegas [01:49] Quote of the day: “Your outer world follows your inner world.”~ Peter Sage [03:15] How you can work on your inner world to have a better outer world [05:09] What you can do to ensure you deserve the attention of the people doing things you want to do [08:56] “It's not about the goal per se; it's about whom you become on your journey to the goal.”~ Joe Villegas [12:15] Joe's experience with failure and how he turned it into fuel for success [15:19] How to connect with Joe Villegas Website: https://www.paragonwellbeing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paragonwellbeing/ TV show: https://www.resultswithjoe.com/optin1674907242739 [17:03] Take The FREE 5 Day Challenge: https://www.resultswithjoe.com/optin1674907242739 [17:52] Integration assignment Key Takeaways: If you want to have more abundance and more fun, it all begins with the inner work that you do for yourself [01:58] “Strong body, strong mind.” ~ Joe Villegas [03:24] “If you really want to make a long-term change and effect it rapidly, the best thing you can do is get yourself in the right environment.” ~ Joe Villegas [03:30] “It's not about the goal per se; it's about who you become on your journey to the goal.” ~ Joe Villegas [08:56] Integration Assignment: Look at where you want to go, determine your goal, find out who is already doing it, and then start to understand what they are like and the sort of things they do. People Mentioned and Other Resources: Peter Sage: https://petersage.com/about/ Keep In Touch with Joe Villegas: Website: https://www.paragonwellbeing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paragonwellbeing/ TV show: https://www.resultswithjoe.com/optin1674907242739 — Follow Balbert: Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach episode 64 w/ Erin Diehl. Full show notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/erindiehl2/ During this episode, you will learn about: [02:18] Welcoming our guest; Erin Diehl [02:52] Previous episode with Erin: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/erindiehl/ [05:17] What Erin is currently working on [08:40] Erin's experience with failure [10:52] Does talking about failure cause more failure? [14:42] Understanding the mind-body connection [15:50] How Erin navigated through the failures in her life [26:56] What is a laugh break? [30:09] Benefits of laughter [32:00] The “yes and” improv game [43:04] Play your way into the wellness workbook; https://www.learntoimproveit.com/your-inner-child-guide [44:28] Erin's Podcast; https://www.learntoimproveit.com/podcast [47:12] “Alphabet conversation” improv game [50:50] Final Thoughts Key Takeaways: - Every failure is meant to teach you the lesson you are supposed to learn so that you can teach and failfluence others. [09:49] - “We all make choices, and sometimes those choices end up in failure, and that's okay as long as there is a lesson, there is progress, and we can grow and continue to evolve from it.”~Erin Diehl [10:16] - Teaching about failure allows people to humanize themselves and show up authentically because life is about failure [11:44] - When we experience chronic pain in our body that is undiagnosable, it is most likely due to unprocessed emotions [15:27] - “It's hard to see the forest when you are part of the trees.” ~ Ben Albert [18:26] Who we are as a person and how we show up for ourselves, and our mental health makes us better business people [26:32] - “Communication is not about you; it's about making the person on the receiving end feel seen, heard, and valued.” ~Erin Diehl [41:28] People Mentioned and Other Resources: When the Body Says No: Exploring the Stress-Disease Connection: https://bit.ly/3KCTFIo Tidying Up with Marie Kondo:https://www.netflix.com/ke/title/80209379 Keep In Touch with Erin Diehl: Website: https://www.learntoimproveit.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erindiehl/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keepinitrealdiehl/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/learntoimproveit — Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #29 with Stan Phelps. Sampling is one of the most critical aspects of marketing that we often overlook. It's not only meant for prospective customers, but it's also essential for our existing customers. Sampling for customers can help build their lifetime value and create long-term relationships with them. It goes beyond the transactional nature of business and helps establish a personal connection with the customers. One crucial aspect of creating a memorable customer experience is by focusing on creating an exceptional employee experience. When employees are happy and satisfied, they tend to provide better customer service, leading to higher customer satisfaction and loyalty. It also helps differentiate your brand from your competitors and give your customers a reason to talk about their experience with you and recommend your business to others. In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back Stan Phelps, a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and the author of the Goldfish Series of books. Stan shares his insights into the meaning of sampling and how it can differentiate your customer relationships. He also shares a case study and practical tips on how to make your clients happy to pay you. Don't miss out on this exciting conversation with Stan as we explore the power of sampling for customers and how to create a memorable customer experience that leads to long-term customer relationships. Quote Of The Day: “Sampling is the lowest hanging fruit in all of marketing.” ~ Stan Phelps Timestamp: [00:20] Intro [01:44] Quote of the day; "Sampling is the lowest-hanging fruit in all of marketing." ~ Stan Phelps [02:03] What is sampling? [04:31] Case study of B2C sampling by Stacy's Pita Chips Company [09:00] Example of B2B sampling [12:13] How to differentiate your customer relationships and make your clients happy to pay you [13:58] Stan's previous episode: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/stanphelps/ [14:09] How to connect and learn more from Stan Stan's Goldfish Series of books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/3ZWsddG Website: https://stanphelps.com/ [15:50] Integration assignment Key Takeaways: "Sampling is the lowest hanging fruit in all of marketing." ~ Stan Phelps [01:44] Sampling is the idea of giving your customers additional taste and letting them try out an additional capability [02:57] "The more products and the more things that you can do for a customer, the less they become a potential flight risk." ~Stan Phelps [11:11] Sampling is one of the little things you can do to go above and beyond the transactional nature of business [12:13] Integration Assignment: Find out what part of your business or capability is often overlooked but is really appreciated by your customers. Then figure out ways to sample that product or service as part of going above and beyond for your customers. People Mentioned and Other Resources: Stacy's Pita Chips Company: http://bit.ly/3Jgy4Uk Purple Goldfish 2.0: 10 Ways to Attract Raving Customers: https://bit.ly/3YKTVss Black Goldfish: 10 Keys to Creating a Differentiated Experience: https://bit.ly/3YE9AtK Keep In Touch with Stan Phelps: Website: https://stanphelps.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanphelps/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/PurpleGoldfishBooks Twitter: https://twitter.com/StanPhelpsPG — Follow Balbert: Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach Episode #63 with Matthew Dicks. Full Show Notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/matthewdicks2/ During this episode, you will learn about: [03:18] Get to know our guest; Matthew Dicks [03:38] Learn Speak Teach #4: Matthew Dicks || Why You're A Bad Storyteller... And What To Do About It: http://bit.ly/3Zlk0Q6 [04:15] Why he wrote his new book - Someday Is Today: 22 Simple, Actionable Ways to Propel Your Creative Life [11:11] Productive things you can do within 6 minutes [15:30] Ways to ensure you remain productive in boring, unproductive meetings which steal your time [18:52] What to do when you get caught doing something unrelated to an unproductive meeting [20:07] The ‘I am not gonna do it, and let's see what happens' strategy [22:37] What Matthew has learned from teaching elementary school kids [25:50] How he motivates his students to improve their performance in mathematics, and what we can learn from that [32:56] What enables Matthew to remain optimistic during difficult times? [35:48] How optimism impacts brain health [44:10] What you can do to find optimism and feel more productive [49:33] Exercises you can implement to help you live a more fulfilling life [51:20] Support Matthew: https://www.storyworthymd.com/ [52:00] Join Storyworthy: Storytelling for Business and Professionals: https://www.facebook.com/groups/storyworthybusiness/ Key Takeaways: When money is limited, the need to save it and do things like coupons increases. However, when you have enough money, it is a terrible decision to make. [09:59] If you feel like you are doing better than the people around you, that's a great feeling, and it causes you to want to continue doing that. [17:54] So many pointless and needless things in our lives can be eliminated by saying let me see what happens if I don't do it [20:42] Think positively, and you will have a more optimistic view of life [39:06] “Happiness is a lot smaller than we often think.” ~Matthew Dicks [42:36] Don't look to the moon if all you have to do is take a little jump to feel better because those little jumps are often easier to get to. [45:02] If you smile even if you are not happy, your brain thinks you are happy and releases the chemicals that will increase your level of happiness [46:03] Our brains are wired to feel good in nature because that's where we evolved [47:21] Pile up enough little tiny things over the course of the day, and you will be happier at the end of the day [47:38] “There is a future version of you, and that future version of you is a much better decision maker than you are today.”.~Matthew Dicks [50:02] People Mentioned and Other Resources: Someday Is Today: 22 Simple, Actionable Ways to Propel Your Creative Life: https://bit.ly/3Jf6ecg TED Talk- Homework for Life: https://bit.ly/3kQBmW9 Keep In Touch with Matthew Dicks: Website: https://www.storyworthymd.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/matthewdicks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storyworthymd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-dicks-84a95711/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/groups/storyworthybusiness/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@storyworthybymatthewdicks8126 Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/storyworthymd —

Learn Speak Teach Episode #62 with Nick Gray. Full Show Notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/nick-gray/ Watch The Episode: https://youtu.be/Fw3dy2Tc7f8 During this episode, you will learn about: [00:57] Introduction to the show [02:48] Nick Gray's bio [03:46] Why Nick hates most museums [05:12] How he moved from bored and lonely Friday nights to have a packed calendar of events [09:10] Your network is your net worth [10:36] Why a cocktail party is better than a dinner party [11:23] The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings: https://bit.ly/3Ix0OYk [12:12] What's the first step for anyone interested in hosting a cocktail party [13:29] Which is the best day and time to host a party? [17:00] Why diversity is essential when hosting parties [21:15] Benefits of hosting meetups [22:23] How to invite different groups of people to your party [24:21] 3 crucial things you should do when hosting an event [26:38] The different online event platforms you can use to invite people to your party [27:03] Partiful Event Platform: Review and Comparison (2023): https://party.pro/partiful/ [28:03] Effective ways of boosting the event attendance rate [35:04] What to do when the party starts [38:48] How do you stop the party to lead a round of icebreakers? [42:31] Value additive icebreakers [44:59] Connect with Nick: https://nickgray.net/ [46:04] Rapid Fire Round [52:30] Formular for hosting gatherings; How to Host a Housewarming Party: https://party.pro/housewarming/ How to Host a Happy Hour Party: Best Guide for 2022: https://party.pro/happyhour/ How to Host a Baby Shower: Tips, Tricks, Checklist: https://party.pro/baby-shower/ How to Host a Digital Nomad Happy Hour; https://party.pro/nomads/ How To Host A Dinner Party: https://party.pro/dinner/ How to Plan A Networking Event: https://party.pro/networking/ [53:07] Follow Nick Gray on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickgraynews/ Key Takeaways: Your network is your net worth. [09:10] “Any big relationship, whether it's a friendship or a business partner, starts at the level of acquaintances.” ~ Nick Gray [09:53] Using name tags at social gatherings is inclusive and creates more conversations and more new connections [25:22] When you add generous leadership to your gathering, your event will be much better, and people will respect you. Additionally, you will start to get introduced to other people as a great host and organizer [32:08] Icebreakers not only create new conversations but they help break up existing conversations [36:27] “When you have fruitful relationships, it does lead to transactions.” ~ Ben Albert [54:07] People Mentioned and Other Resources: The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings: https://bit.ly/3Ix0OYk Icebreaker Card Games: Review of 5 Different Decks: https://party.pro/icebreaker-cards/ Nick Gray's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VWPHKABRQA Keep In Touch with Nick Gray: Website: https://nickgray.net/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nickgraynews LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickgraynews/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickgraynews/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newfriend?fref=ts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nickgray Business info: https://tripeak.com/

In this podcast episode, we dive into the meaning of an important Quranic ayat that speaks about the Najwa of the three. The speaker explains how this ayat highlights the principle of Tawheed and emphasizes that Allah is everywhere, watching over us at all times. Furthermore, the speaker sheds light on why Allah chose to mention the number three and number five in this ayat and how it relates to the main conspirators of the time of the Prophet (SAWW). Join us to explore the deeper meaning behind this ayat and the historical context behind it.

Join us on Learn Speak Teach Episode #61 with our guest, Mark Schaefer, as we dive into the world of community marketing. Full show notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/markschaefer/ Watch the full episode at: https://youtu.be/I_G3_sxVP30 Tune in for valuable insights! During this episode, you will learn about: [00:50] Introduction to the episode [03:08] Introducing our guest; Mark Schaefer [06:35] How Mark started creating community-based content [09:22] 4 things you should do to become known in the digital age [12:31] The difference between an audience and a group of social media followers [17:11] A case study of the 4 things you should do to become known [21:17] The benefits of community marketing strategy [22:14] Mark's book; Belonging to the Brand: Why Community is the Last Great Marketing Strategy: https://bit.ly/3Z9Yv4n [23:05] What inspired Mark to author Belonging to the Brand? [24:09] Do we have enough space for everybody to build an online community? [25:01] Creating a purpose for people to gather that is beyond market differentiation [31:13] How the culture of the company/business impacts community success [32:40] How a person working for an organization can pitch the idea of building a community to the leadership of the organization [36:25] Why community is a vastly overlooked marketing opportunity by most organizations [43:04] The psychological and sociological connection between communities and brands [47:40] What is the first step to building a community? [49:27] Rapid Fire Round [55:20] Support Mark by leaving a review on his book; https://bit.ly/3IJzWG3 Key Takeaways: “The only thing that's going to save us in this world from AI disrupting our skillsets and our jobs is the emotional connection we have with the audience.”~Mark Schaefer [11:01] “People who subscribe to your blog or podcast or videos series are in a virtual way raising their hand saying I believe in you, I wanna learn more about you and what you do, and it's ok for you to send me communications and even market to me occasionally.” ~Mark Schaefer [13:40] Community marketing is the ultimate marketing without marketing because if you have a community, people will buy whatever you've got going on because they love and support you.[21:27] “Creating a community is really no different than starting a blog or having a podcast. You are fighting for attention.” ~Mark Schaefer [24:34] “Every community's success has to start with the culture.” ~Mark Schaefer [31:13] “Transformation creates transactions.” ~ Ben Albert [41:25] People Mentioned and Other Resources: Belonging to the Brand: Why Community is the Last Great Marketing Strategy: https://bit.ly/3Z9Yv4n KNOWN: The Handbook for Building and Unleashing Your Personal Brand in the Digital Age: https://bit.ly/3ZdDBkY Marketing Rebellion: The Most Human Company Wins: https://bit.ly/3ZfdtpS Keep In Touch with Mark Schaefer: Website: https://businessesgrow.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/markwschaefer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markwschaefer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markwschaefer/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/mark.schaefer3 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MWSchaefer —

Fifteen Minute Friday Episode #26 with Chris Dreyer. In the fast-paced and constantly evolving business world, it's more important than ever to stay ahead of the competition. With the global market becoming increasingly competitive, businesses are constantly looking for new and innovative ways to win. In order to truly succeed, it's crucial to have a clear goal and a well-structured action plan in place. Mistakes are inevitable, but it's important to use them as opportunities to learn and grow. By leveraging the power of labor, capital, technology, and content, you can increase your chances of success and outpace your competitors. In this episode, Chris Dreyer, a business expert, shares his insights on how businesses can win more by utilizing these key components. He also provides valuable tips on how small businesses can improve their search engine optimization and start ranking higher on Google. By following these strategies and continuously striving for growth, businesses can set themselves up for long-term success and remain competitive in the ever-changing market. Chris Dreyer is the CEO and Founder of Rankings.io, an SEO agency that helps elite personal injury law firms land serious injury and auto accident cases through Google's organic search results. Additionally, Chris is the author of Niching Up: The Narrower the Market, the Bigger the Prize. Quote Of The Day: “Second place is the first loser” ~Ricky Bobby Timestamp: [00:21] Episode introduction [00:52] Introducing today's guest; Chris Dreyer [02:27] Quote of the day: “Second place is the first loser” ~Ricky Bobby [03:53] Dreyer's experience with losing [06:00] How to win more in business [09:23] Who should reach out to Dreyer? [10:54] How can small businesses start to rank higher on google? [12:51] Integration assignment [14:45] Connect with Chris Dreyer; https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdreyerco/ Key Takeaways: “Second place is the first loser.”~ Ricky Bobby [02:27] “Winning is fun.” ~ Chris Dreyer [03:22] You only lose if you quit. If you keep going and you learn from your mistakes, then you are going to be set up for success in the long term. [03:57] Integration Assignment: Determine where your prospective buyers congregate and find the best opportunity to market to them in that location. People Mentioned and Other Resources: Niching Up: The Narrower the Market, the Bigger the Prize: https://www.amazon.com/Niching-Up-Narrower-Market-Bigger/dp/1544532423 Naval Ravikant:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Ravikant Keep In Touch with Chris Dreyer: Website: https://rankings.io/about/chris-dreyer/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdreyerco/ — Follow Balbert: Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Fifteen Minute Friday Episode 25. Starting the day with a positive mindset can be a game changer for productivity and success. Jen Fontanilla, Certified Money Coach and Founder & CEO of Queen Up Life, stresses the importance of setting yourself up for success through self-care and a strong mindset. She shares tips on how to maintain a positive outlook, even in the face of challenges and triggers. By prioritizing self-care and focusing on a positive mindset, you can increase your energy levels and motivation, allowing you to achieve your goals and navigate through the day with ease. Quote Of The Day: “I don't say no because I am so busy. I say no because I don't want to be so busy.” ~ Courtney Carver Timestamp: [00:21] Introduction to the show [00:52] A short bio of our guest; Jen Fontanilla [03:16] Quote of the day: “I don't say no because I am so busy. I say no because I don't want to be so busy.” ~ Courtney Carver [05:05] Circumstances in which we often say ‘yes' to other things and say ‘no' ourselves [06:43] What has helped Jen to become a successful entrepreneur and money & mindset master? [08:05] Jen's morning routine [08:48] The importance of starting your day with a morning routine [10:26] Connect with Jen Fontanilla: https://www.jenfontanilla.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/jenmoneycoach [11:27] Tip on how to achieve a better mindset when you get triggered [14:13] Integration assignment Key Takeaways: “I don't say no because I am so busy. I say no because I don't want to be so busy.” ~ Courtney Carver [03:16] We all have a choice. We all have the power and the ability to choose whether to say yes or no to something. [04:18] “Any time you say yes to something, you are saying no to something else, and oftentimes that no is towards yourself.” ~Jen Fontanilla [04:26] “Time is the one thing that we cannot make more of.”~ Jen Fontanilla [06:14] Starting your day with a morning routine sets the trajectory for how everything else in the day can go. [08:48] Integration Assignment: Create a list of three things that are important to you and schedule them into your week or day and ease into it. People Mentioned and Other Resources: Courtney Carver: https://bemorewithless.com/ Keep In Touch with Jen Fontanilla: Website: https://www.jenfontanilla.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/jenmoneycoach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenmoneycoach/ — Follow Balbert: Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach Episode #59 with Hala Taha. - Hala's LinkedIn Masterclass: Grab the 40% off discount; https://yapacademy.io/products/linkedin-secrets-masterclass Discount code: Podcast - Full show notes at: : https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/halataha2/ During this episode, you will learn about: [01:47] Introduction to the show [02:00] Meet and greet; Hala Taha.The podcast princess and LinkedIn queen [02:08] Previous episode with Hala; https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/hala/ [03:12] Connect with Hala on LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/ [03:45] How she got started on LinkedIn [05:41] Why she chose to promote her podcast on LinkedIn [08:00] How Hala grew her LinkedIn network [12:37] Tips to expand your LinkedIn network [17:52] How to scale up your LinkedIn likes and comments [23:01] Things you're doing wrong on LinkedIn [23:41] Guidelines on using LinkedIn hashtags [26:15] Enroll in Hala's LinkedIn Masterclass and get a 40% discount. https://yapacademy.io/products/linkedin-secrets-masterclass Discount code: Podcast [28:22] Mistakes to avoid on LinkedIn [30:42] LinkedIn hacks you need to know [33:56] Using LinkedIn for sales [35:41] How to start your LinkedIn journey [38:31] The advantages of building your brand on LinkedIn [41:58] Connect with Hala Taha; https://www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/ [42:04] The Young and Profiting Podcast; http://bit.ly/3SeNQTO [43:50] Engagement pods Key Takeaways: “You can be running full speed, but if you are running in the wrong direction, you are not gonna get anywhere.” ~ Ben Albert [12:09] Videos on LinkedIn do not perform well. The only specific types of videos that perform well are the motivational Shareable Videos which have a positive skew that stands out in the feed [18:08] LinkedIn considers your post low quality if you use big chunky paragraphs because chunky paragraphs don't keep users engaged or entertained [19:57] When you are talking on social media, stay away from lecturing. You sound like you are lecturing when you give all the information, and you don't let people think for themselves [21:15] When tagging on LinkedIn, don't tag anyone in your post if they won't respond within the first 90 minutes. [25:24] You cannot add a link to a third-party website in the comments on LinkedIn. One of the main goals of any social media platform is to keep users engaged and entertained on the platform. If you link to a third-party website, you are taking them off the platform, which is against LinkedIn's goals. [32:25] “The longer you wait to make any sort of ask, the bigger the ask you can make.” ~ Hala Taha [34:45] “If you have a personal brand on LinkedIn, you create so much job assurance for yourself.” ~Hala Taha [38:32] People Mentioned and Other Resources: Hala's LinkedIn Masterclass: Grab the 40% off discount; https://yapacademy.io/products/linkedin-secrets-masterclass Discount code: Podcast Keep In Touch with Hala Taha: Website: https://www.youngandprofiting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/YAP_Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtz8s6nPLvrVQ4YhOJz6DSg Last chance to Enroll in Hala's LinkedIn Masterclass; Grab the 40% off discount; https://yapacademy.io/products/linkedin-secrets-masterclass Discount code: Podcast

Learn Speak Teach Episode #58 with Jason Marc Campbell - Full Show Notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/jasonmarccampbell/ - In today's episode, Ben Albert is joined by Jason Marc Campbell. Jason is an Educational Consultant and the author of Selling with Love: Earn with Integrity and Expand Your Impact. He discusses the 5 ‘loves' in selling you should have to build a successful selling process. Moreover, he explains how to shift focus from yourself to your customers and their needs. Tune in! - Listen up for the following: [00:41] Introduction to the episode [02:57] Introducing today's guest; Jason Marc Campbell [06:48] The meaning of ‘selling with love' [11:33] What the selling process looks like [15:09] The 5 ‘loves' in selling you should have to build a successful selling process [21:13] The question-asking approach and some of the powerful sales questions you can ask a potential client [23:44] Shifting focus from yourself to your customers and their needs [26:30] What Jason has been doing after leaving Mindvalley [27:05] How to connect with Jason Marc Campbell and learn more about his book “Selling with Love” [28:47] How to make sure that what you are selling is great [32:36] Jason's career progression journey and how his brand has evolved [40:10] Why Jason loves doing the Selling with Love Podcast [54:00] How is Jason so calm? [55:30] Jason's approach [57:09] Rapid Fire Round [1:01:41] Jason's final words - Key Takeaways “When you know what you offer is so much more than what you ask in return, that's what selling with love is all about.” ~ Jason Marc Campbell [06:50] “Through every single transaction you make, there will be an inherent risk. There is a possibility that whoever you sell to will have a horrible experience with your product; it will be a complete mismatch to their needs.” ~ Jason Marc Campbell [11:08] The entire sales process involves understanding the client and minimizing the risk that they will be dissatisfied with the transaction. [11:33] “Treat others the way they want to be treated.” ~ The Platinum Rule [22:38] “Things get figured out the more you do them.” ~ Jason Marc Campbell [34:48] Having financial success is a result of the value you provide to the world. [35:28] “We don't have to be everything for everyone.” ~ Ben Albert [39:07] “One of our biggest expenses is the wrong information, doing things the wrong way too many times, and one of our best investments is in ourselves, in our knowledge.” ~ Ben Albert [42:27] “The power that allows you to make a lot of money is actually gonna be from the right kind of thinking, not the fast kind of thinking.” ~ Jason Marc Campbell [ [56:07] “If your target market can't afford your product and services, you have to find the people who can so that your marketing material gets to inspire the thousands of people who can't afford you yet.” ~ Jason Marc Campbell [59:11] “Nobody with beautiful skills in sales is worried about the economy because they know at the end of the day, the sale is what's gonna need to happen, and if you are good at it, you have security in your life.” ~ Jason Marc Campbell [1:02:07] - People Mentioned and Other Resources: Selling with Love by Jason Marc Campbell: https://www.amazon.com/Selling-Love-Integrity-Expand-Impact/dp/154452689X Mindvalley: https://www.mindvalley.com/ Ryan Reynolds: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ryan_Reynolds Keep In Touch with Jason Marc Campbell Website: https://www.jasonmarccampbell.com/ Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/jasonmarccampbell Podcast:https://www.sellingwithlove.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonmarccampbell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonmarccampbell/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5VaR6Z3wfElWFZn64ugOBw — Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ –

Fifteen Minute Friday episode 24 with Steve Hoffman. - It's crucial for business people to identify when a client is not serious about buying to save time and resources. In the venture capital raising process, it's equally important to determine if the investor is the right person with the necessary information to make a decision. Investors who are unsure about investing may keep you on hold, but figuring out if they are a good fit early on saves valuable time and energy. In sales, the likelihood of closing a deal decreases with each meeting after the third. Steve Hoffman, CEO of Founders Space and author of several books, shares the valuable lesson every sales professional should learn to determine if an investor is a good fit and achieve their goal in sales meetings. the first time saves you the time and mental energy of pursuing investors who are not serious. Join the conversation with your host Ben Albert as he interviews Steve Hoffman, the CEO of Founders Space and author of Surviving a Startup, Make Elephants Fly & The Five Forces That Change Everything. Steve discusses the most valuable lesson any professional should learn and how to determine if an investor is a good fit for you. - Quote Of The Day: “If you kiss the same frog three times and it doesn't turn into your prince charming, it's just a frog.” ~Steve Hoffman - Timestamp: [00:48] A quick bio of our guest; Steve Hoffman [01:37] Today's focus; Raising venture capital [02:35] Quote of the day: “If you kiss the same frog three times and it doesn't turn into your prince charming, it's just a frog.” ~Steve Hoffman [03:00] Steve's personal story [04:10] The most valuable lesson any professional should learn [05:44] What should be your goal in the first sales meeting? [06:27] What to do in the second sales meeting [08:35] The third sales meeting [10:18] How to connect with Steve Hoffman;https://www.foundersspace.com/ [10:41] Recommended reading-Surviving a Startup: https://bit.ly/3DQNAV5 [11:23] How to determine if an investor is a good fit for you [13:45] Understanding the psychology of an investor [15:00] Integration assignment [16:00] Quick question to ask a prospective investor/customer before meeting them - Key Takeaways: - When you meet an investor, the most important thing is to find out everything they need to know to make a decision and whether they are the right person to make that decision. [05:00] - If you can figure out an investor is not fit in the first meeting, you have saved yourself a ton of time and a ton of mental energy trying to pursue an investor who is not serious. [05:58] - In venture capital, the chance of closing a deal on the first meeting is very small. But on the second meeting, there is a decent chance of closing a deal if, between the first meeting and the second meeting, you get them everything they need to make a decision. [06:27] - Every meeting you take after the third meeting, the chance of closing the deal starts to decline. [09:19] - When you are doing all the talking, you are not gathering the information you need to make an intelligent decision. Remember, the investor is judging you, and you must also be judging the investor. [11:44] Integration Assignment: Screen out customers and screen out investors. - People Mentioned and Other Resources: Surviving a Startup: Practical Strategies for Starting a Business, Overcoming Obstacles, and Coming Out on Top: https://bit.ly/3DQNAV5 Make Elephants Fly: The Process of Radical Innovation: https://bit.ly/3HNwIj9 The Five Forces That Change Everything: How Technology is Shaping Our Future:https://bit.ly/3Xh6hIr - Keep In Touch with Steve Hoffman: Website: https://www.foundersspace.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/foundersspace/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundersspace/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/groups/foundersspace/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/foundersspace -– FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach Episode #57 with Lisa Song Sutton. - Full show notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/lisasongsutton/ Full Video: https://youtu.be/8vYVnAtU_HE - Join the conversation with your host Ben Albert as he interviews Lisa Song Sutton. Lisa is a successful entrepreneur, real estate investor, and venture capitalist. Lisa shares some of the challenges she has encountered in her entrepreneurial journey and how she navigated them. Moreover, she discusses how to build and maintain effective business relationships, the importance of mindfulness in an entrepreneur's life and how to build resilience. Enjoy this episode as Lisa shares her inspiring journey and practical tips on how to achieve financial freedom and live in abundance as an entrepreneur. - During this episode, you will learn the following: [01:26] Introduction to the show [02:58] Get to know our guest; Lisa Song Sutton [05:07] The source of her entrepreneurial drive [06:34] Some of the challenges she has encountered in her entrepreneurial journey and how she navigated them [08:25] What was Lisa's first big win in her entrepreneurial journey? [10:26] Sin City Cupcakes [13:43] How Lisa builds and maintains effective business relationships [17:50] The Veteran Fund and why it's a for-profit venture capital fund [26:53] The importance of mindfulness in an entrepreneur's life [34:26] Why ladies who have been in bottle service become successful when they venture into business in a different industry [37:36] How to build your resilience [43:03] Lisa's long-term vision [44:46] The main focus of the Real Rich Women and the importance of financial security [46:44] Lisa's advice to anyone who feels like they are losing themselves [48:13] How to connect with Lisa Song Sutton [48:47] Rapid Fire Round Key Takeaways: Just because you start with whatever you got your degree in doesn't mean you have to stay in it for the next forty years. It also doesn't mean your time in it was a waste of time because you can leverage the resources, knowledge, and sphere you build in your next venture. [09:13] The whole idea of networking happy hour is a little antiquated in that you don't have to spill your guts to somebody the first time you meet them and tell them all the things you do in hopes that there is a relationship that can start there. Instead, focus on establishing commonality and getting to know each other from there. [14:55] Entrepreneurship is the best way to empower anyone or any community.[17:18] “If you are used to placing yourself in uncomfortable situations at your own doing, you will have the mental stability to deal with it when it comes from an external place.” ~Lisa Song Sutton [41:55] “The more resources you have and the more blessings you have, you should be paying that forward.” ~Lisa Song Sutton [43:48] If you don't have financial security, you are seeking it in turn. And sometimes you find it in your significant other. The crazy part about that is that you lose yourself because you now have to conform to that person's preferences in exchange for security. [45:11] People Mentioned and Other Resources: Sin City Cupcakes: https://sincitycupcakes.com/ Ship Las Vegas: https://shiplasvegas.com/ Real Rich Women: https://www.instagram.com/realrichwomen/ Keep in Touch with Lisa Song Sutton Website: https://www.lisasongsutton.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LisaSongSutton LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasongsutton/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisasongsutton/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/LisaSongSutton Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Fifteen Minute Friday #23. In this episode, award-winning comedian & keynote speaker Jenn Lederer explores the delicate balance between being present and open. She delves into why finding this balance is crucial for personal growth, as being open and vulnerable frees us from self and others' judgments, enabling greater creativity. Jenn shares her insights on how this practice has personally impacted her. Quote Of The Day: “There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, not how it compares with other expression. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you.” ~ Martha Graham Timestamp: [00:31] Know our guest; Jenn Lederer [02:08] Quote of the day: “There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, not how it compares with other expression. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you.” ~ Martha Graham [03:43] Finding the balance between being present and being open [05:41] How the practice of being present and being open has impacted Jenn [07:08] Integration assignment [08:12] The previous episode; The FUTURE of Five Minute Fridays – FIFTEEN MINUTE FRIDAYS: http://bit.ly/3HXaSLb [08:39] Learn more from Jenn's workshop, The Perfect Pitch Workshop: https://www.jennlederer.com/workshop [11:29] How Ben Albert met Jenn Lederer [11:42] Episode wrap-up and call to action Key Takeaways: “There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, not how it compares with other expression. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you.” ~ Martha Graham [02:08] When you're open and present, your ego can get out of the way because it's not in your creation. [04:56] “If it wasn't yours to begin with, then it is not yours to judge, and it's not yours to stop.”~Jenn Lederer [05:17] Integration Assignment: Ask yourself the question: “How do I do what you do?” Not just what do you do. People Mentioned and Other Resources: Martha Graham: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_Graham Keep In Touch with Jenn Lederer: Website: https://www.jennlederer.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennlederer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennlederer/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/JennLederer.Comedian — Follow Balbert: Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – FMF is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach Episode #56 with Steve D Sims. We all want more from our business, but it is easy to feel like we need more time and energy to get ahead. Many of us struggle with figuring out how to create more, work smarter rather than harder, and make things happen. However, shifting your mindset and having the right people around you is a game changer. Sometimes it's not about being the smartest or most well prepared. To succeed in business you need to ‘go for stupid,' set lofty goals, and stand out from the pack. You need to ensure you have the right mentors in your circle. The people in your circle can block your progress or create a ripple of positive energy that can help you achieve your goals. If they are broke, you will be broke. If they are struggling, you will also struggle, but if they are successful, you will also be successful. Until you break the cycle and change your circle, you will be an ingredient of the people you hang out with. In today's episode, Steve D Sims shares his journey, what makes him successful, and the ingredients you need to start soaring as a leader and entrepreneur. Steve is the “Real Life Wizard of Oz” and the Founder of Luxury Concierge Service, Blue Fish, which is internationally famous. Steve has also published a couple of best-selling books, including; Bluefishing, The Art Of Making Things Happen, and Go For Stupid. Nowadays, his main focus in business is his newest firm. Sims Media, which he co-founded with his son. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:00] Episode intro and a quick bio of our guest; Steve D Sims [03:18] Steve Sims' concierge services [06:18] Steve's journey [17:12] A man who impressed Steve, “Kenneth.” [22:20] How to ensure that you have employees like Kenneth in your company [24:36] The mindset required to exceed and impact for more success [26:47] How to ask the better questions [30:46] Diet book analogy and why Steve is successful [38:48] Why Steve does free virtual coaching [44:41] A free move on how to put today's information into action [49:22] Rapid Fire Round [51:30] How to connect and learn more about Steve Key Takeaways ~ When someone goes for something impossible, there is constriction and resistance that comes in their body, but all of a sudden, when you start using the word stupid, you start smiling. [13:50] ~ Dreams have no parameters, and kids have no parameters, but as adults, we got these parameters, and 99% of them are self-inflicted. [14:42] ~ I learned early on that if I didn't get the answer I wanted, it was because I was asking the wrong questions. So, if you get a bad answer, it's because you've asked a bad question. [26:56] ~ “The power, the benefit, and the success is not in the purchases; it's in action.” [32:06] ~ Get going, then get good. [36:53] ~ Perfection surely demonstrates the end of growth. [37:43] People Mentioned and Other Resources: Bluefishing: The Art of Making Things Happen The Art Of Making Things Happen Podcast Go For Stupid Brad Pitt from the movie 'Snatch.' Keep In Touch with Steve D. Sims Website: https://www.stevedsims.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedsims/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevedsims/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevedsims Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stevedsims/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stevedsims — Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach Episode 55 with Carla Fowler. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/yyr8s3OUWaA We often dismiss mental clarity as a luxury we can't afford, but when we are clear-headed, we can solve problems, make decisions and confidently lead our teams. Mental clarity is essential for the success of your business, but maintaining it can be difficult when you feel overwhelmed by your workload and responsibilities. Luckily, there are ways you can increase your mental clarity and level up to move to the next step, no matter where you are. In today's episode, Carla Fowler shares her journey, what inspired her into executive coaching and high performance, and how you can build your mental clarity, get started, keep going, and be consciously confident in your goals. Carla is an MD, Ph.D., and the Managing Director at THAXA Executive Coaching, Inc., an incredible boutique executive coaching firm that leverages the best ideas from performance science to help leaders around the globe. Tune in! PS. Free resources just for you, the listener: www.thaxa.com/p/real-business-connections-network During this episode, you will learn about; [00:00] Episode intro [02:26] Running experiments to move quickly with more sophistication [08:43] Carla's background and the inception of THAXA [13:38] Carla's transition from medicine to executive coaching [19:56] How to start and integrate coaching as an ongoing process [23:57] Practices to provide clarity and level up to move to the next step [27:54] Figuring out your WHAT to develop your WHY and HOW [32:56] Getting the mental clarity required to hear and implement answers [35:09] What to do to be consciously confident in what you want to achieve [43:33] How to connect and learn more about Carla [44:26] Rapid Fire Round [47:08] Carla's final thoughts, “Bold, not stupid.” Key Takeaways ~ The beginning and endings matter a lot. As human beings, we remember the beginnings and the endings more than we remember what happened in between. [14:13] ~ In coaching, particularly for people who're leading or growing a business or on a deadline for results that are required, they don't want to wait six months of coaching to feel like they are making progress. Usually, by the time someone wants to go get a coach, they are ready to have the results yesterday. [16:52] ~ When we have mental clarity, it actually solves a lot of problems that might not on the surface seem connected. [22:24] ~ “We have influence, but we can't start to influence things until we actually know what we want and how we want to influence it.” [26:17] ~ Very few things are gained in a day, particularly if you're building a skillset or something that really matters. I often think about compounding. The idea of investing effort over time. It's not going to be won in a day, but I know if I start today, when I look back a year from now, I'll be in an entirely different place because of the efforts I started today. [36:22] ~ Getting started is critical, and starting at a level that doesn't immediately turn you off. Once you get started you have to figure out how to keep going. [39:04] People Mentioned and Other Resources Chris Van Vliet Thinking In Bets by Annie Duke Start With Why by Simon Sinek Keep In Touch with Carla Fowler Website: www.thaxa.com/p/real-business-connections-network LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-fowler/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarlaFowler Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Learn Speak Teach Episode #54 with John Torrens. - Watch The Full Episode: https://youtu.be/hMwng-Hbjuw - Full Show Notes at: https://realbusinessconnections.com/episode/johntorrens/ - ADHD is not a disability; it's a superpower you can leverage to succeed in your business. People with ADHD are usually overactive, hyper-creative, ambitious, and innovative. They take risks, see opportunities, and learn from mistakes because they constantly look for ways to improve. These are the very things that help you create a thriving business. In today's episode, John Torrens shares his experience as an entrepreneur with ADHD and tools to help you harness your ADHD to maximize your creativity, focus, and productivity, while managing the downsides to achieve more success in your business. John Torrens is an entrepreneur, founder, and president of multiple companies in healthcare and education. He is also an educator at Syracuse University (SU), a TEDx speaker, and the author of "Lightning in a Bottle: How Entrepreneurs Can Harness Their ADHD to Win." Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:00] Episode intro and a bit about John Torrens [02:46] What inspired John's drive and passion for education [05:11] What John does in his business career [06:16] How entrepreneurs with ADHD can manage their drive and be more successful [11:00] John's advice to entrepreneurs [13:07] How to get better if you're driven and don't want to quit early on [16:58] Delayed gratification [18:37] Figuring how you're wired and doing it your way [21:10] Leaders with ADHD and how they can leverage their attributes [23:54] Lesson's from Coach Jim Johnson's basketball story [26:05] About John's book and where you can find it [27:59] What people ask John all the time after watching his TEDx talk [30:02] Solving problems [32:48] Journaling your ideas and implementing the core and recurring ideas [35:09] Why John keeps his journal and what he writes in it [37:05] John started journaling in the 90s. Find out why he got into it [39:34] John's biggest passion and vision right now [44:14] Rapid Fire Round [46:48] How to put today's information into action to better yourself Key Takeaways ~ Entrepreneurs with ADHD have unique skills and strengths that are well suited for the early stages of a startup, where we're after a hustle, flow, getting employees, vendors, customers, and doing things. [09:34] ~ Leaders with ADHD are good at a lot of things, they are pretty good with empathy, generally good with people, and one of their best attributes is adaptability. [21:51] ~ You die after you stop doing things. You need a purpose to get out of bed. You need something meaningful to do. [43:54] ~ The most effective thing you can do, if you have ADHD is to incorporate some sort of mindfulness practices. Mindfulness practice is probably the single most important thing not only for your focus and productivity but also for your physical health. [46:33] People Mentioned and Other Resources Coach Jim Johnson's basketball story John's Book: Lightning in a Bottle: How Entrepreneurs Can Harness Their ADHD to Win Benjamin Franklin John Torrens's TEDx talk Keep In Touch with John Torrens LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmtorrens/ Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Your best friend from the neighborhood sends you a text mid-day, asking if you'd like to join them for a walk. The sun is shining, your legs are stiff from sitting at the computer all morning, but…“Too much work to do”. Sad face emoji. Seated at your desk, you push through your body's desire to go. That tug of war feels frustrating. You want to, but work. You want to, but the kids. You want to, but you've already committed to something else you don't really want to do. It feels like, a little too often, you're pushing away invitations to joy and peace in your life. You decide to sit with this for a moment. And you wonder…what doorways might open up if you said “yes” to more of the things you really wanted to be doing?What price are you paying for not moving forward?Our work culture, our unpaid labor culture, and the roles we perform as mothers, spouses, friends, neighbors, and volunteers are all rooted in patterns of exploitation and exhaustion. But what if you could find a way to take back a little more control? What if you could stop automatically defaulting to “no”, even in the face of a busy day? What if you could take just one step away from the paradigm that convinced you that the only “choice” you had was to say “no” to joy more often than you say “yes”? This week, Karlee shares space with Faith Clarke, an Organizational Health & Inclusion Specialist. Through her work, she provides important cultural and historical context to how we navigate the “rules” of society, shedding a necessary light to explain how this conditioning affects us. In this episode, we unpack the reasons why you might be working so hard and resting so little. You'll start looking at your time and commitments in a different way, finding more opportunity pockets for rest. You'll also hear how Faith constructs an “imaginary world” where rules can be broken, using space as an exercise to creatively find more respite.If you're ready to, in the words of Faith, “Grab the thing that's in front of you and say Okay, I can be in control of this! …then this episode is for you. What You'll Learn in This Episode:How the constructs built around our bodies affect our ability to rest (2:37)Playing with the rules in order to figure out how to break them, safely (8:21)What it might look like to find “pockets” of respite in your life (13:24)How to invite others into your privilege (14:19)Reversing the narrative of the zero-sum game (18:17)People Mentioned in this Episode:Dr. Jovana WashingtonProgramsConnect with Faith Clarke:WebsiteInstagramConnect With Karlee: Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you feel overwhelmed? Frustrated? Rested enough? Success takes work. A lot of it. And you're probably feeling the side effects of it in your body right now. But ask yourself this…are you successful by your own definition, or sometimes, does it feel like someone else's? With so many converging definitions, how do you make sure you're staying true to your own inherent values? Or should we back up…Do you know what those values are? This week, Karlee taps into the wisdom and experience of mindset coach Meredith Brisson. Through her work, Meredith helps equestrians hone in on their values, helping them learn how to work with their emotions rather than fight against them. By learning how to find their definition of success, they can embrace their true nature both on and off the track. In this episode, you'll learn what the highly intuitive nature of working with horses teaches us about finding balance and connecting with our actual values. You'll start to identify whose values you're really living by, and whether or not those values are leading you toward your goals- or potentially on a wild goose chase to a destination not of your choosing. Finally, you'll learn how to successfully use your hard-won grit to find more balance, more time for rest, and offer yourself more grace. If you're ready to untangle your definition of success and get more deeply in tune with values that are truly your own, then this episode is for you. What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why the definition of success is personal (3:30)How to weave a little more grace into your grit (6:25)Creating a path to your goals using your values as a map (9:03)Why carving out time for nourishment takes grit (12:37)Making rest possible, even when it feels hard (16:57)Resources Mentioned:Article: Zippia 50+ Telling Paid Time Off PTO Statistics 2022 Average PTO In The United States Comments. (Accessed: December 20, 2022). Article: Margarita Tartakovsky, MS. (Accessed: December 20, 2022). Article: Counseling for young professionals (no date) Panthea Counseling NYC. (Accessed: December 20, 2022). People Mentioned in this Episode:Maria SiroisSend your Audio Comments and Questions to anitza@everybodythrive.comConnect with Meredith:WebsiteConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folx at Ginni Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn Speak Teach Episode #51 with Andre Young. Leadership is a process that involves the ability to make decisions and take action. Enhancing leadership skills is essential to the efficient achievement of the common goal of the team. Having the ability to lead effectively in stressful situations is a crucial skill for leaders to have. Leaders often need to be able to make quick decisions in stressful situations, and sometimes those decisions may not be popular with everyone but are necessary for the team's success. Additionally, maintaining work-life harmony is an important skill for any leader because it enables them to be present in their role without neglecting the needs of the people they care about. In this episode, Andre Young shares the importance of having work-life harmony as a leader and how to navigate stressful situations. Moreover, Andre gives tips to help leaders make great decisions in times of crisis. Lastly, we discussed and gave our prayers to Damar Hamlin and how leadership was needed at a moment's notice. Andre Young is the author of 7 Ways to Lead and The Leader's Toolbox. In addition, Andre is a speaker and the founder of You Evolving Now, LLC. Today, Andre helps organizations, employees, and teams to enhance their leadership & work-life harmony. Let's tap into some of his wisdom. During this episode, you will learn the following; [00:00] Damar Hamlin Incident [07:59] Introduction to the show and a quick bio of our guest; Andre Young [10:56] The journey that led Andre to who he is today [17:57] The three situations provided by success [18:55] How Andre felt moving from an athlete who got accolades to being cut [21:30] Work-life harmony vs. Work-life balance [24:52] Andre's books; The Leader's Toolbox and 7 Ways to Lead [30:03] What Andre Young feels after Bills coach Sean McDermott and Bengals coach Zac Taylor decided to postpone the NFL game when Damar Hamlin got injured [35:24] How to navigate stressful situations as a leader [37:17] Tips to help you make great decisions in times of crisis [43:17] How to support and connect with Andre Young [46:09] Rapid Fire Round [52:13] Youevolvingnow.com Key Takeaways: Most people want to clench and turn away from pain. However, as leaders, we have to look at it because it cannot hurt more than the first time you stare at your defeat, failure, or mishap. [12:54] Never change what you are great at. Go ahead and do what you are great at, and let whoever notices you make modifications afterward. [15:02] “When you don't know what to do, simply live right.” ~ Andre Young [15:46] Caring for your people means you are curious enough to know what they need and have the intuition to follow through with unpopular decisions. [31:28] If you want to make great decisions in times of crisis, know your vision and vision factors. [38:18 ] “Once you have a foundation of what you stand for, what you know is needed, and what you know works, it's easier to make decisions.” ~ Andre Young [42:04] People Mentioned and Other Resources: Updates on Damar Hamlin: https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/damar-hamlin-buffalo-bills-update-01-05-23/index.html 7 Ways to Lead by Andre Young: https://www.amazon.com/Ways-Lead-Professionally-Personally-Leadership/dp/1631950916 The Leader's Toolbox by Andre Young: https://www.amazon.com/Leaders-Toolbox-EVOLVE-Leadership-leading/dp/1631959239 - Keep In Touch with Andre Young: Website: https://youevolvingnow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/youevolvingnow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youevolvingnow/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/dremenandwomen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MenEvolvingNow/ — Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Does the combination of your career success and your “always available” devotion to friends, family, and community often leave you feeling like you're left with nothing but energetic scraps for yourself?In other words, how rested are you?If you're feeling like you've put yourself and your right to rest on the backburner for too long, then this is your invitation to recalibrate.This week, Karlee launches the 12th season of Messy and Magnificent, and with it, a proven roadmap for rest and regeneration for high achievers. In this episode, you'll hear how you can start paving the path to a new, more rested “you” by first honing in on your values. Once you're clear on what's really important to you, then you can begin to consider how you'd define what feels restful. This season is a community exploration of what rest really means, and how to make sure you're getting as much of it (or more) than you need. If you're ready to start living a life that puts you first, without sacrificing success, then this is the season for you. People Mentioned in this Episode:Meredith BrissonFaith ClarkAnitza MartinsTanika RaySend your Audio Comments and Questions to anitza@everybodythrive.comConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folx at Ginni Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can you retire when you have debt? This episode of the One for the Money podcast focuses on answering that question. More and more Americans are retiring with a mortgage, but is it right for you? Doing so depends on many factors that can't be assessed in isolation. Listen to the end when I share a simple strategy to pay off your mortgage early.In this episode...Keeping mortgages past age 65 [01:44]Why are more people retiring with a mortgage? [02:57]Retiring with a mortgage [06:58]Debt and relationships [08:16]Advantages of paying off the mortgageWhether you can retire or retire early with debt depends on the type of debt you have. If you don't have a three- to six-month emergency fund, have multiple sources of debt, have multiple credit cards to pay off, have an auto loan, and have a mortgage, then the answer is almost certainly no. If you only have a mortgage, retiring may be possible depending on several factors, such as retirement income, mortgage payment, mortgage interest rate, and years remaining on the mortgage. Having no debt, including a mortgage, makes retirement so much easier. I wouldn't recommend an early retirement before paying off your home. Paying off your mortgage early essentially provides a risk-free rate of return. For example, if your mortgage rate is at 5%, paying it off early saves 5%. While that savings isn't an incredible rate of return, it's pretty fantastic, considering you don't have to pay that on the loan. However, more and more Americans are entering retirement with a mortgage. A 2016 report by Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies showed that in 1996, 25% of homeowners in their late 60s to 70s still had a mortgage, but in 2016 that number had jumped to nearly 50%.Why are more people retiring with mortgages?Several developments over the last three decades may explain the dramatic increase in the share of retirees with mortgages. Americans today seem to have less aversion to debt than the generation that grew up after the Great Depression. Although consumer debt levels always ebb and flow with economic cycles, total debt as a percentage of disposable income is significantly higher today than in the late 90s. The Tax Reform Act of 1986 made mortgages a more attractive form of debt. The reform eliminated the income tax deductions for interest on credit cards and other types of consumer debt with one exception: mortgage interest.For the majority of the last decade, mortgage rates were extremely low. While the rates have climbed rapidly this year, 85% of homeowners in the United States have a rate lower than 5%. That makes taking a mortgage into retirement a little more manageable. People have also been purchasing homes later in life because homes have become expensive. In the late 80s and early 90s, housing prices were about three times the typical household earnings, while prices today are more than four times.Paying off your mortgage earlyA simple tip to paying off a mortgage early is making one extra payment each year, applied to the principal. What kind of difference can that make? Let's say you secured a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage for $400,000 with a 5% interest rate. Your regular monthly payment would be $2147 per month. If you make an extra monthly payment of $2147/per year, you'd pay off your 30-year mortgage four years and five months early and save over $62,000 in interest in the process. That's a huge savings of time and money, which would set you up very well for early retirement. Ultimately, a paid-for home gives you something a mortgage cannot: peace of mind. Removing that worry significantly impacts psychology and happiness, which is why I believe a paid-for home is a critical piece of early retirement planning.Resources & People Mentioned

On this episode, Chris Van Vliet is a guest on the podcast "Learn Speak Teach" on the Real Business Connections Network hosted by Ben Albert. Chris talks about being laid off early in his broadcasting career and what he learned from that, the science of asking better questions, why gratitude is so important, changing your mindset and a fun rapid fire round at the end. This is from the original podcast description: By asking the right questions, we can achieve almost anything. Find out how in today's episode with Chris Van Vliet. Chris Van Vliet is a 4-time Emmy award-winning TV Host, Entertainment Reporter, and YouTuber based in Los Angeles, CA. He has traveled the world reporting on events like the Oscars, Grammys, and the Cannes Film Festival. You may be familiar with Chris's interviews on YouTube, but to call them “interviews” doesn't seem fair because they are so much more than that. Chris dives deep into interesting topics with his trademark conversational approach, making it feel like two old friends catching up. This is the case when chatting with wrestling superstars like John Cena, The Rock, or Hulk Hogan, or a Hollywood A-Lister like Oprah Winfrey, Tom Cruise, or Will Smith. Let's tap into some of his wisdom. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:00] Pre-show [03:13] Episode intro and a quick bio of our guest; Chris Van Vliet [05:01] Pains and struggles he overcame along his journey [08:36] The mindset shift Chris had to embrace when falling and having to start over [10:30] Why did Chris choose a career path in the communication space? [16:03] How Chris realized he was on purpose [20:28] Chris' source of inspiration and people that helped him along the way [24:02] His secrets to creating rapport [26:03] Why everything you have or don't have depends on the questions that you ask [27:56] The importance of gratitude and why you must embrace it [30:31] How Chris built himself back up after being laid off [36:05] How he found traction in his career [39:12] Chris' YouTube success [41:13] How to go viral on YouTube [44:20] What questions to ask a person of influence [48:28] Be genuine [51:22] Rapid Fire Round [53:21] How to connect with Chris Notable Quotes ~ “Things happen for a reason… Sometimes we don't know what that reason is until much later on in the future when we have more information about the situation and its outcomes.” ~ “Don't be a carbon copy of somebody else. Choose one thing from one person and another from a different person (and another) to create your own toolkit that will help you progress in life!” ~ “Success is a process, and by studying the process of success in others, you can improve your own. Learn the steps and methods successful people use to succeed, and emulate them. Successful people leave clues.” ~ “Try to build a good rapport with people so that when you ask a question that's difficult to answer, they will be more comfortable opening up to you.” ~ “Everything you have and don't have in your life is based on the questions you ask; asking better questions gets you better answers.” People Mentioned and Other Resources Tony Robbins Oprah Winfrey Larry King Howard Stern Leslie Mann Bruce Willis For more information about Ben Albert at the Real Business Connection Network visit: https://balbertmarketing.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, could I ask you to please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcast/iTunes? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests. For more information about Chris Van Vliet and INSIGHT go to: https://podcast.chrisvanvliet.com Follow CVV on social media:  Instagram: instagram.com/ChrisVanVliet Twitter: twitter.com/ChrisVanVliet Facebook: facebook.com/ChrisVanVliet YouTube: youtube.com/ChrisVanVliet TikTok: tiktok.com/@Chris.VanVliet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn Speak Teach #36 w/ Chris Van Vliet Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/644XiSXLLzk - By asking the right questions, we can achieve almost anything. Find out how in today's episode with Chris Van Vliet. Chris Van Vliet is a 4-time Emmy award-winning TV Host, Entertainment Reporter, and YouTuber based in Los Angeles, CA. He has traveled the world reporting on events like the Oscars, Grammys, and the Cannes Film Festival. You may be familiar with Chris's interviews on YouTube, but to call them “interviews” doesn't seem fair because they are so much more than that. Chris dives deep into interesting topics with his trademark conversational approach, making it feel like two old friends catching up. This is the case when chatting with wrestling superstars like John Cena, The Rock, or Hulk Hogan, or a Hollywood A-Lister like Oprah Winfrey, Tom Cruise, or Will Smith. Let's tap into some of his wisdom. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:00] Pre-show [03:13] Episode intro and a quick bio of our guest; Chris Van Vliet [05:01] Pains and struggles he overcame along his journey [08:36] The mindset shift Chris had to embrace when falling and having to start over [10:30] Why did Chris choose a career path in the communication space? [16:03] How Chris realized he was on purpose [20:28] Chris' source of inspiration and people that helped him along the way [24:02] His secrets to creating rapport [26:03] Why everything you have or don't have depends on the questions that you ask [27:56] The importance of gratitude and why you must embrace it [30:31] How Chris built himself back up after being laid off [36:05] How he found traction in his career [39:12] Chris' Youtube success [41:13] How to go viral on YouTube [44:20] What questions to ask a person of influence [48:28] Be genuine [51:22] Rapid Fire Round [53:21] How to connect with Chris Notable Quotes ~ “Things happen for a reason… Sometimes we don't know what that reason is until much later on in the future when we have more information about the situation and its outcomes.” ~ “Don't be a carbon copy of somebody else. Choose one thing from one person and another from a different person (and another) to create your own toolkit that will help you progress in life!” ~ “Success is a process, and by studying the process of success in others, you can improve your own. Learn the steps and methods successful people use to succeed, and emulate them. Successful people leave clues.” ~ “Try to build a good rapport with people so that when you ask a question that's difficult to answer, they will be more comfortable opening up to you.” ~ “Everything you have and don't have in your life is based on the questions you ask; asking better questions gets you better answers.” People Mentioned and Other Resources Tony Robbins Oprah Winfrey Larry King Howard Stern Leslie Mann Bruce Willis The Best of Chris Van Vliet Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnpXV1D7kbM&t=12s Keep In Touch with Chris Van Vliet Website: https://chrisvanvliet.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisvanvliet Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisVanVliet Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/ChrisVanVliet/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/ChrisVanVliet Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/chrisvanvliet Highlight Reel: https://youtu.be/qnpXV1D7kbM — Follow Balbert… Facebook www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/balbertmarkting Website: https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ – LST is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/

Dr. Aaron Smiley is a practicing veterinarian, speaker, and telemedicine expert. Dr. Smiley has the unique skill of discovering the intersection of the theoretical and the practical. He is a leading telemedicine educator. AND he will entertain you through this whole episode.  To learn more about Dr. Smiley, visit his website. To learn more about the Veterinary Virtual Care Association. You can visit the Vet Life Reimagined website and YouTube channel for more. To support the podcast, please follow, share, and most of all give it an excellent rating and review. If you have someone you would recommend for the podcast, please reach out on LinkedIn or Instagram. People Mentioned in the podcast- Dr. Larry Firkins, a Professor and the Associate Dean for Public Engagement at the University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine - Lisa Perius, Executive Director of the Indiana Veterinary Medical Association- Dr. Jessica Vogelsang, author, blogger, and Chief Medical Officer at American Animal Hospital Association- Dr. Ben Bergstrom, a veterinary ophthalmologist 

Are the Old Testament stories real?  Most religious people say they are, except perhaps the early parts of Genesis.  Was there a "King David" who killed Goliath?  Could someone as tall as Goliath have lived?  There are skeptics, but Robert Wadlow, a resident of Illinois, who died at age 22 while he was still growing, was less than an inch away from nine feet tall and was slender, even though weighing 440 lbs. proving Goliath was possible.  In fact archaeology now proves 53 people mentioned in the Old Testament, including King David, who slew Goliath, were real people who actually lived.  Hear the details from host Martin Tanner in this episode of Religion Today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not everything about business revolves around sales, ads, and marketing. One of the things I've learned in my entrepreneurial journey that has made such a difference is the importance of my mindset. At first, I was not that into the mindset and gratitude work but over time I have realized how much of a difference it makes in my day-to-day life. Sometimes we feel like we don't have time to practice gratitude or work on our mindset because we think it is not a " money-making" activity. But taking the time to reflect is invaluable to ensure that we don't burn out or get too off track from our goals. In this episode I discuss...The three things I do each and every week to reflect on what I am grateful for How these three tasks keep me grounded in my why How I manifest what I want to accomplish in my business People Mentioned in this Episode:Sabrina Phillipp: Instagram Katie Fleming: Instagram Links Mentioned in this Episode:FREE audience audit call → marketscalegrow.com/audienceauditLet Us Help You Grow Your Visibility and Your Reach!Schedule your free strategy call___Find me on Instagram @heyitsjenzaiaEmail Me: hello@jenzaiadimartile.comJoin the Facebook community The Market, Scale, Grow Community

The final Trailblazer of Season 4 is a very excellent one—we're welcoming JR Ward to Fated Mates! Best known as the author of The Black Dagger Brotherhood (a series that blooded Jen), JR began her career writing contemporary romances under the name Jessica Bird before turning to the vampires the romance world adores. In this episode, we talk about the twists and turns of her early career, about the influence of her mother and other powerful women in her life, about the business of being JR Ward, about her process of writing the Black Dagger Brotherhood, and about her relationship to her characters. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did, and we are so grateful to JR Ward for spending some time with us.Thanks to Avon Books, publishers of Beverly Jenkins's To Catch a Raven, Blackstone Publishing, publishers of Nora Zelevansky's Competitive Grieving, and Alyxandra Harvey, author of How to Marry a Duke, for sponsoring the episode. Stay tuned at the end of the episode for an audio excerpt of Competitive Grieving.Next week, we finish out Season 4 as is traditional — with a deep dive episode on Sarah's summer release, Heartbreaker! Get it at Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, at your local indie, or signed and with special swag (and a Fated Mates sticker!) from her local indie, WORD in Brooklyn! Show NotesWelcome J.R. Ward, author of the Black Dagger Brotherhood, a series of paranormal romances. She also wrote category romance under the name Jessica Bird.We did a deep dive of JR Ward's Dark Lover in Season Two. Listen here. People Mentioned: editor Hannah Braaten, publisher Jennifer Bergstrom, publicist Andrew Nguyen, editor and publisher Kara Cesare. Authors Mentioned: Sherilyn Kenyon, Laurel K. Hamilton, Christine Feehan, Kresley Cole, Nora Roberts, Kristen Ashley, Christopher Rice, and Gena Showalter.

Today, Dee and Anand discuss Elon Musk's newest declaration, Sheryl Sandberg's curtain call, Nate Chastain's possible prison sentence, Jamie Dimon's market manipulation, and this week's Winners, Losers, Content. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Elon Musk drops the HAMMER on the work-from-home crowd. (1:08)  Robinhood, who?! (23:35)  Ad Break: Ledger. (30:37)  Sheryl Sandberg is stepping down from Meta. (32:17)  The problems with financial crimes. (37:52)  Jamie Dimon has an agenda. (42:03)  Tiger Global is falling fast. (43:50)  Keeping up with the Joneses. (46:34)  Winners, Losers, and Content. (50:20)  Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:06:09)  Related Links/Products Mentioned  Elon Musk to Workers: Spend 40 Hours in the Office, or Else  'I work just 2 hours a day': A 24-year-old who makes $8,000 a month in passive income shares her best business advice  WSJ + Group Chat | Group Chat News  Hardware Wallet - State-of-the-art security for crypto assets | Ledger  Sheryl Sandberg Is Stepping Down From Meta  US Charges Ex-OpenSea Exec With NFT Insider Trading  Jamie Dimon says 'brace yourself' for an economic hurricane caused by the Fed and Ukraine war  Tiger Global drops 14% in May during the tech sell-off, pushing hedge fund's 2022 losses to over 50%  One-Third of People Making $250,000 or More Living Paycheck to Paycheck  LeBron James Is Officially A Billionaire  Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers win ‘The Match'  Jury reaches verdict: Johnny Depp wins libel trial, Amber Heard partially wins countersuit  Queen of the South - USANetwork.com  White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch - Netflix  People Mentioned  Gunjan Banerjee (@gunjanbanerji) | Twitter  Connect with Group Chat! Watch The Pod #1 Newsletter In The World For The Gram Tweet With Us Exclusive Facebook Content We're @groupchatpod on Snapchat

Today, Dee and Anand discuss Elon Musk's newest declaration, Sheryl Sandberg's curtain call, Nate Chastain's possible prison sentence, Jamie Dimon's market manipulation, and this week's Winners, Losers, Content. Timeline of What Was Discussed: Elon Musk drops the HAMMER on the work-from-home crowd. (1:08)  Robinhood, who?! (23:35)  Ad Break: Ledger. (30:37)  Sheryl Sandberg is stepping down from Meta. (32:17)  The problems with financial crimes. (37:52)  Jamie Dimon has an agenda. (42:03)  Tiger Global is falling fast. (43:50)  Keeping up with the Joneses. (46:34)  Winners, Losers, and Content. (50:20)  Group Chat Shout Outs. (1:06:09)  Related Links/Products Mentioned  Elon Musk to Workers: Spend 40 Hours in the Office, or Else  'I work just 2 hours a day': A 24-year-old who makes $8,000 a month in passive income shares her best business advice  WSJ + Group Chat | Group Chat News  Hardware Wallet - State-of-the-art security for crypto assets | Ledger  Sheryl Sandberg Is Stepping Down From Meta  US Charges Ex-OpenSea Exec With NFT Insider Trading  Jamie Dimon says 'brace yourself' for an economic hurricane caused by the Fed and Ukraine war  Tiger Global drops 14% in May during the tech sell-off, pushing hedge fund's 2022 losses to over 50%  One-Third of People Making $250,000 or More Living Paycheck to Paycheck  LeBron James Is Officially A Billionaire  Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers win ‘The Match'  Jury reaches verdict: Johnny Depp wins libel trial, Amber Heard partially wins countersuit  Queen of the South - USANetwork.com  White Hot: The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch - Netflix  People Mentioned  Gunjan Banerjee (@gunjanbanerji) | Twitter  Connect with Group Chat! Watch The Pod #1 Newsletter In The World For The Gram Tweet With Us Exclusive Facebook Content We're @groupchatpod on Snapchat

Visual artist and entrepreneur Najee Dorsey is known for embracing southern roots in his work by relaying scenes of African American life in the south on canvas. He began his journey as an artist at the age of five, selling his artwork to his mother for candy. From that point on, Dorsey continued making art as a favorite pastime.  In his work, as Najee chronicles moments in Black life throughout history, he maintains that “stories untold are stories forgotten”.    Far from the days after dropping out of art college, and becoming uncertain about his future in the arts, Najee has forged a successful career as an artist, being featured in numerous solo and group museum shows, television broadcasts, and print publications. As well as these accomplishments, he has skillfully combined his creative edge, and business acumen to develop a steadily growing online community that documents, preserves and promotes the contributions of the African American arts community.    Let's tune in to his story!   [00:01 - 07:07] Opening Segment   The Poor People's Campaign A children-centered campaign that brings conversation on environmental racism and injustice The connection of the Poor People's Campaign with the Civil Rights Campaign   [07:08 - 17:55] Black Art in America   BAIA: A community and resource in one How BAIA has grown and created its own culture and impact in the art community and society There's a space for everybody in black art Creating legacies, leaving an impact to the world    [17:56 - 29:34]  Building Art Communities and Leaving an Impact   Tangible level community building Najee's vision for BAIA's headquarters Building Communities for Black Artists Utilizing space and bringing more culture in America Participative theaters and galleries  Coming Soon for BAIA: School Arts Education  Walking around the neighborhood and engaging with people on the ground   [29:35 - 38:00] The Creative Economy   Najee remembers creative spaces during his childhood The Art in Najee's Home Why commerce kills creativity Widen your lens and look at people from another perspective   [38:01 - 45:01] Closing Segment   Najee shares how to support artists of color Challenges in the organizational side    Connect with Najee through Instagram.  Visit Black Art in America or you can also go to his personal website and be a part of our mission of documenting, preserving, and promoting the contributions of the African American arts community. Thanks for tuning in!     WANT TO LEARN MORE?   Connect with The Abundant Artist through Facebook and Instagram.  Want to know more?  Check out this link.   If you liked our show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe!   People Mentioned   Dr. Dean Kane Margaret Burroughs Joyce Owens Kevin Cole   Tweetable Quotes   “As an artist, there are times where we have to lend our creative energy to something that could be so much more impactful or bring attention to an area that needs so much attention.” - Najee Dorsey   “People want to create and they want to be supported. And so part of that has to do with what the artist may naturally be interested in.” - Najee Dorsey   “If we could find more ways to be more giving, more loving, and more supportive, it doesn't take big things all the time to do that.  That's how we build, that's how we grow. That's how we share and can love on each other and build a community that we all can be proud of want to be a part of.” - Najee Dorsey  

*RSVP to be on the show on May 11th with Karlee Fain & Maria Sirois*Get the FREE Navigating Change Guidebook that accompanies this season: https://www.karleefain.com/podcastWords matter. Whether they're the words other people say to us, the words we say to ourselves, or the words we impress upon the world around us. They can give us encouragement, break us down, and lift us out of our darkest depths. Words are medicine. And, giving ourselves the space to find the ones we want to say is a precious gift that can heal our wounds and help us honor who we truly are. In this episode, Karlee welcomes Gayle Danley: CEO, Poetry ProsFormer National and International Poetry Slam Champion and Maryland Library Association Poet of the Year. Gayle goes into America's classrooms teaching thousands of children how to access their emotions through the force of words. She shares three decades of poetic process in her online course "Lessons in Poetry," helping writers build emotional stamina for their work.You'll hear how Gayle learned from an early age that her words provided a sense of self-worth that the world around her wasn't offering. By creating a process for her poetry that allowed her to express her truth, she shaped an identity that continues to inspire writers and poets around the world. She shares how poetry has helped her challenge perceptions, navigate change, and process loss. If you're ready to find the right words to help you navigate changes in your life, then this episode is for you.What You'll Learn in This Episode:What it means to be “good” (7:17)How a girlfriend goddess comes into being (11:45)Why poetry has the power to challenge the world around you (18:03)How words can help us navigate change (19:46)Adapting and mooring when changes happen to us (31:57)People Mentioned in this Episode: Suzi Banks BaumSend your Audio Comments and Questions to anitza@everybodythrive.comConnect with Gayle:LinkedInLessons in PoetryConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramMessy and Magnificent is produced by the folx at Ginni Media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

*RSVP to be on the show!We are being asked to do more or do differently, especially over the last two years. All the while, it's happening at a time when we have less space to pause and catch our collective breath as we make decisions and navigate our way through. In this episode, Karlee launches a season dedicated to helping you navigate change in a way that allows you to do it with boundless courage and more grace. She shares why change needs to be modeled around the whole microbiome of who we are, rather than simply by addressing individual parts. You'll learn how to summon up courage from the heart, and how to tap into your truth to find clarity in the moment. You'll learn about the head so you can understand the psychology behind graceful transitions. You'll uncover the body's physical signs, leading you to a better understanding of how you really feel. And, you'll discover a vision for moving forward and how to know what makes sense next. The changes we're navigating are new territory for all of us. We don't have to fight-or-flight our way through it. There's a better way. If you're ready to leap boldly into change, even if other people disagree, but you know it's what you need, then this episode is for you. What You'll Learn in This Episode:What to expect from our new format and why we're doing it (8:40)How you can be a part of the show (10:44)The 4 pillars of navigating change (12:15)One question that will help you understand your relationship to change (21:10)People Mentioned in this Episode: Dr. Maria SoroisResources Mentioned in this Episode:Get the FREE Navigating Change Guidebook that accompanies this season: https://www.karleefain.com/podcastArticle: Grant, A. (2021, December 3). Feeling Blah During the Pandemic? It's Called Languishing. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/19/well/mind/covid-mental-health-languishing.htmlArticle: Pruitt, J. (2021, January 5). 5 TED Talks That Prove Change Doesn't Have to Be Hard. Inc.Com. https://www.inc.com/jeff-pruitt/5-ted-talks-to-get-your-team-excited-about-transformation.htmlArticle: Leaders Don't Have to Choose Between Compassion and Performance. (2022, February 16). Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2022/02/leaders-dont-have-to-choose-between-compassion-and-performance?cx_testId=6&cx_testVariant=cx_1&cx_artPos=2&cx_experienceId=EXK3YX95ALS3&ab=piano_rightrail_recs#cxrecs_sConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedIn See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's difficult to leave a job where you're unhappy, especially if you need the money and your family wants you to stay. But even if you are uncertain of what could happen next or if you face a difficult situation leaving your job behind, remember that God's purpose for your life will always prevail. Whatever season you are in right now, no matter how lost you feel, you will always discover what God has planned for you and who He has called you to be. There is a way to turn to God because a better future awaits you. Even though it is difficult, it is undeniably worthwhile. This episode will help you let go of whatever is holding you back and guide you in moving forward until you reach what God has called you to be for yourself and for others. Whether you are at home grabbing a cup of joe, or maybe you're at the gym or simply heading to work, listen to this episode because you will surely love this one!  Bio: Rachel Luna is a certified master coach, international speaker, and one of Forbes' Top 11 Inspiring Female Entrepreneurs. She is a chief confidence creator. She helps remarkable individuals just like you get clear, confident, and take consistent action so that you can do the big things that you were born to do. She helped thousands of people around the world through her book, her weekly emails, speaking tours, workshops, and digital courses.   Key Takeaway: Having a string of moments where you keep finding yourself in unfavorable situations Realizing that what you are doing now is not who God has called you to be  How to handle an uncomfortable situation Activating Your Faith in God How can you make your dream a reality? People Mentioned:  Jamie Kern Lima – American entrepreneur, investor and media personality. She is recognized as the co-founder of IT Cosmetics and the first female chief executive officer of a L'Oréal brand in the company's history.   Links: Permission to Offend Podcast - Permission to Offend with Rachel Luna on Apple Podcasts Rachel Luna #GirlConfident (@girlconfident) • Instagram photos and videos Faith Activated https://www.wearemeantformore.com/live WeAreMeantForMore.com/moment  _______________________________________   If you want to share your story on the "Meant For More Podcast," text the word "MOMENT" to 833-231-8098 to submit your story and have Charity read it on the podcast and give you a shoutout! To join the Meant For More Community, text the word “COMMUNITY” to 833-231-8098 to learn more…   Text Charity the word "DEVO" to 833-231-8098 for 5 FREE texted daily devotionals with her new devotional card deck.   Grab Charity's DevoDeck by going to DevoDeck.com Be sure to visit my website at CharityMajors.com And come hang out with me on social media -  @CharityMajors on Instagram and Charity Majors on Facebook.   https://www.instagram.com/charitymajors/ https://www.facebook.com/CharityMajorsFanPage/   Join my FREE FB Group: http://www.charitymajors.com/meantformoretribe   I look forward to connecting with you!   xoxo - Charity   Terms & Conditions   -----------------------------------------------------   ***If you are feeling STRESSED and are struggling with anxiety, please download Charity's FREE "Reduce Stress Guided Meditation" - http://charitymajors.com/reducestress   ***If you desire to place your identity on a firm foundation, grab Charity's "DevoDeck" - a deck of devotional cards, rooted in the identity of who and whose you are.  Go to http://devodeck.com/    Grab your copy of my book (and #1 New Release), "Meant For More; Igniting Your Purpose In a World That Tries to Dim Your Light... go to http://book.wearemeantformore.com/ today!  ==============================

Inspired by Hannah Turnbull and Morgan Sinclair, today, I take some time to share my real talk, non-diet, business recap of quarter one with you. A lot has happened in the Anti-Diet and Weight Inclusive Dietetics space over the last three months, and in addition to having three kids, I tend to put a lot on my ~self-made~ work plate. I took this episode to debrief and review all the things from Q1. Tune in as I talk shop about my intentions, revenue goals and business investments and my plans for the next few months! People Mentioned:  Hannah Turnbull, RDN's Instagram  Morgan Sinclair MS, RDN, LD's Instagram Weight Inclusive Innovator's Podcast  Hello Seven podcast Naureen Hunani's Instagram  Clara Nosek's Instagram  Resources:  WIND Spring Symposium - Come join us! WIND Letter The RD Real Talk question and/or topic request form! Reach out anytime: RDRealTalk at Gmail.com Leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts! Your Host: Heather Caplan RD on IG @heatherdcRD  RD Real Talk Podcast on IG @RDRealTalk  

Are you trying to master your daily, weekly, or monthly routine but finding it difficult due to lack of time? Women have a lot of difficult situations that can be encountered daily, and sometimes due to the full schedule, they tend to forget to do the things that help the mind and the spirit to grow.  In this episode, Sherry Fernandez will address how vital it is to manage and master our physical and spiritual selves as a woman in order to grow in all aspects of life. She will show us how much more meaningful life can be when we balance all aspects of our lives, including family, education, work, spirituality, and health. I believe you will love this because we all desire to improve ourselves and need ideas to do so and surely, this is the kind of episode that you need to help you out! Tune in now!    Bio: Sherry Fernandez is an author of the USA today and Wall Street Journal bestseller called Life Mastery. She is a personal progression towards infinite potential.  And Sherry talks about the magic of what happens even in the small daily habits that we do, even as moms as busy women, as busy people, but the daily habits that we do are really what makes the biggest difference. She shares about her childhood family chaos and just the instability that she went through, and how she was actually able to come back together and to really help create a healthy marriage and incredible family and she knew that she was destined for great things.   Key Takeaway: Knowing that you are special What happened to her growth as a mother in the seasons of parenting, and how did she get through the daily discipline? Mastering Thy Physical Self How can self-assessments help you? Identifying Disconnection: Body, Mindset and Spirituality  Maintaining Self-Growth: In Aspects of Spirituality, Education and Money How to dig more about self-mastery People Mentioned:         Ryan Holliday         Jim Rohn   Links: https://lifemasteryinfo.com/author/adminwespitfire-com/ https://www.facebook.com/lifemasterymentors https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherry-fernandez-a3666756/     https://www.wearemeantformore.com/live   WeAreMeantForMore.com/moment  _______________________________________   If you want to share your story on the "Meant For More Podcast," text the word "MOMENT" to 833-231-8098 to submit your story and have Charity read it on the podcast and give you a shoutout! To join the Meant For More Community, text the word “COMMUNITY” to 833-231-8098 to learn more…   Text Charity the word "DEVO" to 833-231-8098 for 5 FREE texted daily devotionals with her new devotional card deck.   Grab Charity's DevoDeck by going to DevoDeck.com Be sure to visit my website at CharityMajors.com And come hang out with me on social media -  @CharityMajors on Instagram and Charity Majors on Facebook.   https://www.instagram.com/charitymajors/ https://www.facebook.com/CharityMajorsFanPage/   Join my FREE FB Group: http://www.charitymajors.com/meantformoretribe I look forward to connecting with you!   xoxo - Charity   Terms & Conditions   -----------------------------------------------------   ***If you are feeling STRESSED and are struggling with anxiety, please download Charity's FREE "Reduce Stress Guided Meditation" - http://charitymajors.com/reducestress   ***If you desire to place your identity on a firm foundation, grab Charity's "DevoDeck" - a deck of devotional cards, rooted in the identity of who and whose you are.  Go to http://devodeck.com/    Grab your copy of my book (and #1 New Release), "Meant For More; Igniting Your Purpose In a World That Tries to Dim Your Light... go to http://book.wearemeantformore.com/ today!  ==============================

As much as we humans feel productive and adept when we run efficiently, we are not machines. We are nature. And nature has evolved to work most efficiently in cycles. These seasons are synonymous with alternating periods of bloom, of letting go, of rest, and renewal.When we allow ourselves to embrace our seasonal nature, we're working in allyship with our bodies, allowing us to sustain our personal growth and professional success. This week, Karlee starts off by introducing a new, more cyclical rhythm to the show that's going to allow Messy & Magnificent to live into what we know to be true about our nature as humans. And through the process of this shift, in real-time, you'll hear how Karlee is personally navigating this big change, along with the risks and potential rewards it carries with it. In this episode, you'll learn why being brave enough to say yes when something feels right, even through the uncertainty, is worth the risk regardless of whether you fail or succeed. You'll hear why piloting our bodies in machine-mode leaves so little space for discovery, the very thing that helps us launch new and fresh ideas. Finally, you'll hear examples of how our bodies provide cues, and why going with that flow rather than staying in auto-pilot tends to lead to better, and sometimes surprising, outcomes. If you're ready to embrace the cyclical nature of change and allow the seasons to do their thing then this is the episode for you.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How prolonged periods in machine mode can rob us of space for joy (1:03)An example of how listening to your body can save you (10:53)Embracing our cyclical nature (14:40)The big change we're tapping into on Messy & Magnificent (19:06)Accepting the risk that change brings with it (22:42)Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Book: Stirring the Mud: On Swamps, Bogs, and Human Imagination by Barbara Hurd Episode 122: Ready to Make Great Decisions?Episode 123: When Tradition Lays a TrapEpisode 124: Exhausted? Achy? Out of Steam?People Mentioned in this Episode: Glennon DoyleMary OliverMaria SiroisConnect With Karlee: WebsiteLinkedInInstagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We had originally planned on talking about the amazing diversity Indiginous North American tribes brought to a robust food culture ranging from Alaska down to the Caribbean, and the impact that their techniques and practices have to this day on what and how we eat. Then we met Roo, and decided we just wanted to listen to him talk. In this episode we discuss the revival of lost crops, colonial waste, the meaning of an important Catawba word for family, and the actual role of white guilt. We hope you will check out the links, follow everyone involved and if you can, help with any donations. Thank you! Get in Touch with/Follow Roo: Twitter: @DeLesslin IG: @DeLesslin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeLesslin/ Website: https://www.delesslin.com/ Catawba Nation: Twitter: @officialcatawba IG: @officialcatawba LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/officialcatawba Website: https://www.catawba.com/index.php People Mentioned in this Episode: Chef Dave “Smoke” McCluskey: https://www.cultivatingplace.com/post/growing-flavor-past-present-chef-dave-smoke-mccluskey-s-corn-mafia Corn Mafia: https://corn-mafia.square.site/ Dr. Kim Tall Bear: https://kimtallbear.com/ King Hagler: https://704shop.com/blogs/fact-friday/fact-friday-304-king-hagler-catawba-nation-chief-powered-by-the-charlotte-museum-of-history Further Research: https://preciousplastic.com/ https://www.ncpedia.org/catawba-indians

So, you're in a long-term relationship and it feels like that honeymoon lust has disappeared. When you first got together, you couldn't keep your tongues out of each other's mouths and your hands off of each other's bodies, right? These days, do you ever find yourself laying in bed next to your snoring spouse and wondering “Where did the passion go?” Today, we're going to bust two major myths about long-term lust and love. Because despite what the romantic comedies say, think like that in terms of your sex life, your relationship, and how we just aren't built to stay crazy in lust forever. Here's the thing: life includes a lot of stages, and falling in love is only one of them. After dating comes real life, along with careers, mortgages, babies, aging… It's a pretty wild ride. And the bedroom is only one part of it. But there is a bright side. I have a plan to help you reignite your erotic relationship, even after those perpetual googly eyes have left the building. :) In this episode, I answer a question from a couple in my online immersion program who are super worried that their relationship didn't stay in the Rip-Each-Other's-Clothes-Off stage forever. You'll learn why scheduling sex is not unsexy and why exceptional couples plan for passion. Most importantly, I talk about how the natural evolution of long-term relationships is to lose spontaneous desire, so you and your partner are NOT broken. Good news - there is a second type of desire - and you can learn to master it. In This Episode, You Will Learn:The three most important words I will ever say to you about love and sex (01:40)Jose and Talisha's question-- and why their “desire problem” is completely NORMAL (03:05)I bust the myth of the human “sex drive” (05:14)The biochemical cocktail behind spontaneous desire-- AKA why lust can't last (06:58)A prehistoric love story of lust, romance and… commitment? (12:04)Lack of spontaneous sex ≠ A broken relationship (14:32)To the rescue! Responsive Desire-- and how to use it (15:30)The surprising definition of a “sexless” relationship (18:33)Adding sex as an item on your calendar-- and why that's NOT a bad thing (20:42) A little wisdom in the form of this week's LoveByte (25:39) People Mentioned in this Episode:Tony RobbinsJack CanfieldResources Mentioned in this Episode:Book: Buddha's Bedroom: The Mindful Loving Path to Sexual Passion and Lifelong Intimacy By Cheryl Fraser PhDBook: Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life By Emily NagoskiArticle about Lust and Love Myths Let's Connect!Website - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here Facebook Page YoutubeIf you want to rate your relationship, take the Passion QuizBio Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever walked down the street and, out of the corner of your eye, noticed someone with a grin and a glow? Someone who seemed content, open hearted, and like they've figured out something you haven't? Imagine walking up to that person and asking “What's your secret?” and they reply “My Elephant!” Hmm...you'd want to know more, right? Think about what you've always believed would make your life fantastic - perhaps a winning lottery ticket, a wildly erotic sex life, an incredible soulmate, or your dream job. How's that working out? You used to think that external fortunes meant happiness, but deep down, you know there's more to it. You understand that love, wealth, and even health cannot last forever. The good news? You CAN learn to be Happy for No Reason. In this episode, I'll introduce concepts and tools to challenge you to take responsibility for your mindstates and then to take action to uncover curiosity & happiness in every aspect of your life. Calling upon my experience in Buddhism, sexuality, couples therapy, and mental & physical health, we'll explore the blocks and confusions that are keeping you from experiencing the joy and fullness of life, sex, and your own spirituality. Plus, I'll tell you what Joey Ramone, a premenstrual monkey, and a sexy toothbrush have in common. If you are sick and tired of feeling like something is missing, and are ready for a breakthrough journey that's irreverently fun, deeply revealing, occasionally uncomfortable, and always inspiring, join me as we stumble along the path to awakening, together. In This Episode, You Will Learn:How the word “S-E-X” limits eroticism - Putting play into foreplay (2:03)Love is a Hard Gig - Why “happily ever after” doesn't work (4:02)Becoming the enlightened elephant in the room (8:19)We're all just bozos on the bus - Wisdom from my ex (11:08)Why I ditched the beaten path and fled to India (PS - the spiritual path has cobras!) (16:12)Knowledge is not power - Power is in taking action (20:06)Why insight into your patterns isn't enough - Freud was right! (23:18)Weird facts about me - punk rock, sex toys, and more (25:16)Your weekly LoveByte - The take-home message of this episode (27:24) People Mentioned in this Episode:Tony RobbinsJack CanfieldEsther PerelTrudy GoodmanSigmund Freud Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Book: Buddha's Bedroom: The Mindful Loving Path to Sexual Passion and Lifelong Intimacy By Cheryl Fraser PhD Let's Connect!Website - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here Facebook Page YoutubeIf you want to rate your relationship, take the Passion Quiz Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.