Podcasts about powerhouses

Your story has POWER. If one of your big dreams includes speaking on stages and sharing your story in a bigger way, this episode is for you! Today, I pull back the curtain on one of my favorite parts of the Powerhouse Women Event–the My Powerhouse Moment speaker contest!– as I spill all the details, insider tips, and BTS processes that go into it. I'll break down how, where + when to submit your entry, what qualities we look for when selecting our speakers, and how to effectively put your life experiences into a stage-ready story that truly moves people. Remember: You never know who needs to hear YOUR story. So, are you ready to take the stage?   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 What is My Powerhouse Moment? 04:55 Why we want you to share your stories online. 08:25 How to submit your entry into the My Powerhouse Moment speaker contest. 12:20 Insider tips for our speaker selection process. 14:20 How to format your life experiences into a powerful story or message. 16:00 What happens if you don't get chosen for the stage?   RESOURCES + LINKS Click HERE for all the My Powerhouse Moment speaker contest details! Click HERE for tickets to the 2025 Powerhouse Women Event August 15-17th in Scottsdale, Arizona! Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

1386 He's led billion-dollar business transformations, helped federal contractors scale with surgical precision, and now runs a multimillion-dollar enterprise that's redefining managed services. Get ready to learn from one of the sharpest minds in strategic growth — please welcome CEO of Lawelawe Management Group… Jerald Forrest!Website: https://lawelawemg.com/founder-ceo/ ________ Go to www.BusinessBros.biz to be a guest on the show or to find out more on how we can help you get more customers! #Businesspodcasts #smallbusinesspodcast #businessmarketingtips #businessgrowthtips #strategicthinking #businessmastery #successinbusiness #businesshacks #marketingstrategist #wealthcreators #businessstrategies #businesseducation #businesstools #businesspodcast #businessmodel #growthmarketing #businesshelp #businesssupport #salesfunnel #buildyourbusiness #podcastinglife #successgoals #wealthcreation #marketingcoach #smallbusinesstips #businessmarketing #marketingconsultant #entrepreneurtips #businessstrategy #growyourbusinessWant to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6164371927990272

Ever feel like you're chasing your next level and stuck between hustle and surrender? In Part 2 of the Living Room Session with one of my besties, Lindsey Marie, we dive into the behind-the-scenes of growth, leadership, and building what you're meant to build. We share stories and answer questions about imposter syndrome, money mindset, manifestation, and how podcasting has become the #1 marketing channel in our businesses. Tune in for real talk on mindset, growth, and building your dream business! Check out our Sponsors: Airbnb - Start making money by listing your home on Airbnb with an experiences Co-host, find a co-host at airbnb.com/host Northwest Registered Agent - Don't wait—protect your privacy, build your brand, and set up your business in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://northwestregisteredagent.com/earn today. Open Phone - Stop running your business from your personal phone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at openphone.com/earn Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at Shopify.com/happy This Is Small Business podcast - listen on apple podcast (or your favorite podcast app.) HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Why imposter syndrome is actually a sign you're growing. 07:45 How do you reconnect with your creativity when you're a logical thinker? 13:30 Advice to stay focused on your next-level vision. 19:30 How to build a team as a new business owner. 24:45 Tips to overcome imposter syndrome. 29:00 What should you do when you're full of ideas but low on time? 36:45 How to show up even when you're not fully formed. 45:30 What do you need to know before launching a podcast? RESOURCES Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet HERE! Check out our FREE 90-Day Business Blueprint HERE! Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial

The key to changing EVERYTHING–your business, your relationships, and your life–was inside you all along. Are you ready to grab hold of it? Today's guest has been a huge part of my healing journey–Annamarie Green, a licensed therapist & intuitive healer redefining what's possible in the mental health and personal growth world! She's here to pull back the curtain on the energetic healing + nervous system work that goes into opening up your true path to purpose. She shares how she went from attending the Powerhouse Women event with just $50 in her bank account, to returning the next year at Expanders with a 6-figure business. Not only is she living proof that your big dreams are possible, but she provides tangible ways to bring them to life through understanding anxiety languages, emotional processing, and her three-step formula for expanding your body to hold more wealth!   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 What did your 2023 version look like–and how did she evolve? 08:00 Real PROOF that your big dreams are possible. 12:15 How did you know when was the right time to invest in yourself? 15:00 Tools to support yourself through dark times (navigating loss, guilt, and shame). 19:25 How to process emotions (like anger) that we are used to numbing. 25:45 What happens when we don't healthily process our emotions. 28:45 What are the three levels of healing in the mental health sphere?  33:45 How do you blend psychotherapy with energetic healing? 36:55 The hidden ways our healing is tied to the ancestral/past lives. 42:25 How to regulate your nervous system for expansive success. 45:20 The three-step formula to expand your body to hold more wealth. 50:45 What are the five anxiety languages, and how do they manifest in our lives? 1:02:00 How to use your anxiety language as a tool for growth. 1:04:25 Celebrating Annamarie's Powerhouse moment of showing up to create her impact.   RESOURCES + LINKS Click HERE for tickets to the 2025 Powerhouse Women Event August 15-17th in Scottsdale, Arizona!   Join the waitlist for Six Figure School HERE   Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Annamarie: @annamariefgreen Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

The key to changing EVERYTHING–your business, your relationships, and your life–was inside you all along. Are you ready to grab hold of it? Today's guest has been a huge part of my healing journey–Annamarie Green, a licensed therapist & intuitive healer redefining what's possible in the mental health and personal growth world! She's here to pull back the curtain on the energetic healing + nervous system work that goes into opening up your true path to purpose. She shares how she went from attending the Powerhouse Women event with just $50 in her bank account, to returning the next year at Expanders with a 6-figure business. Not only is she living proof that your big dreams are possible, but she provides tangible ways to bring them to life through understanding anxiety languages, emotional processing, and her three-step formula for expanding your body to hold more wealth!   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 What did your 2023 version look like–and how did she evolve? 08:00 Real PROOF that your big dreams are possible. 12:15 How did you know when was the right time to invest in yourself? 15:00 Tools to support yourself through dark times (navigating loss, guilt, and shame). 19:25 How to process emotions (like anger) that we are used to numbing. 25:45 What happens when we don't healthily process our emotions. 28:45 What are the three levels of healing in the mental health sphere?  33:45 How do you blend psychotherapy with energetic healing? 36:55 The hidden ways our healing is tied to the ancestral/past lives. 42:25 How to regulate your nervous system for expansive success. 45:20 The three-step formula to expand your body to hold more wealth. 50:45 What are the five anxiety languages, and how do they manifest in our lives? 1:02:00 How to use your anxiety language as a tool for growth. 1:04:25 Celebrating Annamarie's Powerhouse moment of showing up to create her impact.   RESOURCES + LINKS Click HERE for tickets to the 2025 Powerhouse Women Event August 15-17th in Scottsdale, Arizona! Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Annamarie: @annamariefgreen Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Kevin Werner, CEO of Renovo Financial, has over 20 years of experience building and scaling successful lending companies! Kevin discusses his start in the lending business including his first company that did not survive the Great Financial Crisis. He shares lessons learned from lending through the Housing Crash and how those insights coupled with great relationships lead to the inception of Renovo Financial. Kevin gives the philosophy that has led to Renovo's explosive growth the last decade including thriving through the uncertainty of COVID. Throughout the show, Kevin drops powerful outlooks on business, customer service, and relationships that you'll want to remember and implement! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Kevin Werner, Renovo Financial Link: Kevin's LinkedIn Link: All-In Podcast Link: King of Capital (Book Recommendation) Guest Questions 01:51 Housing Provider Tip - Understand the power of being decisive and taking action! 03:18 Intro to our guest, Kevin Werner! 10:44 Getting a loan business off the ground in the 90s. 15:28 Lending through the Housing Crash! 34:21 The business model of lending business. 45:27 Renovo's explosive growth through COVID into 2025! 60:18 Kevin's parenting philosophy and outlook on Chicago! 63:24 What is your competitive advantage? 64:20 One piece of advice for new investors. 64:53 What do you do for fun? 66:04 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  66:53 Local Network Recommendation?  68:38 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2025.

Louisiana native Jared LaJaunie went from quitting school at 17 to leading 65-plus employees, 72 trucks, and four branches of LaJaunie's Pest Control—now tracking $12 million in annual revenue. In this candid sit-down with the Blue-Collar Twins, Jared breaks down the sales grit he learned at Orkin, the mindset shift that doubled his vision, and the family-run EOS machine that keeps it all humming.Buzz EP 207 Jared L MAS… You'll hear: Door-Knock Roots – joining Orkin's late-'90s “Splat” crew and turning 20 straight “no's” into $10 k days.18-Year Overnight Success – nine years to hit $1 M, then a rocket to $12 M by combining EOS with acquisitions like Skeeter Force.Finance Hacks That Sell – why Wise Tack 0 % financing closes termite & wildlife jobs that competitors lose.Culture as a Moat – six-value framework, extreme ownership, and weekly L10s that hold 65 teammates accountable.Family Integration – wife Skye as certified EOS Integrator, sons learning P&Ls before swapping sprayers for spreadsheets.Mastermind Leverage – how groups with Luke Lewis & Maria Sorrentino expanded his vision—and spawned the new Eagles Nest peer network.Future Playbook – doubling again via Gulf-Coast acquisitions, 40 % Poop-Scoop margins on his radar, and grooming the next-gen CEO. Stick around to catch Jared's take on “profit over vanity” and an impromptu debate on the emerging pet-waste gold-rush. From PE Teachers to Pest Control Owners: The Julio Twins Share Their POTOMAC Experience https://youtu.be/HAx9noqsqTo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgiannamore www.potomaccompany.com https://bluecollartwins.com Produced by: www.verbell.ltd Timestamps (podcast.co-ready) 00:00 – Cold-open: Jared on culture and integrity 00:35 – Intro & Louisiana roots 01:15 – High-school dropout, early hustle, marriage at 18 02:50 – Joining Orkin as a $10/hr termite tech 05:55 – Door-knock “Splat” team lessons & mindset shift 08:05 – Branch-manager years, then running a $3 M independent firm 11:00 – Launching LaJaunie's on Jan 1 2008 13:30 – Solo-op to first admin hire; seven trucks by Year 3 18:15 – Self-financing termite jobs; switching to Wise Tack 0 % plans 24:20 – Nine years to $1 M; doubling vision with mastermind help 28:30 – BHAG: Gulf-Coast expansion & doubling again by 2025 29:50 – Acquiring Skeeter Force; lessons in mosquito markets 32:45 – Family salvage-yard backstory & entrepreneurial DNA 33:25 – Today: 65 staff, 72 trucks, $12 M top-line 36:40 – Running EOS—Jared as Visionary, Skye as Integrator 38:00 – Conferences, Ascension Leadership, and constant up-skilling 42:00 – Side ventures (Stereopure, CAT 4) and why poop-scooping tempts him 45:55 – Differentiator: living the core values every day 48:00 – Eagles Nest mastermind launch with Skye & Maria Serraino 50:05 – Main Street Mogul podcast and giving back 52:45 – Rough Stuff reveal: twins' own pet-waste startup 54:00 – Wrap-up & Puerto Rico invite 59:00 – Outro & Masterclass CTA

In this episode, Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, discusses leadership, culture, and the relentless pursuit of excellence that has propelled McLaren to the top of Formula 1. Recorded during McLaren’s turnaround in 2024, the episode delves into how strategic leadership changes, innovation, and a culture of continuous improvement have driven the team to dominate the 2025 Formula 1 season. Zak shares invaluable insights on building world-class teams, making tough leadership calls, and creating a dynamic and inclusive work environment. Episode Highlights: 03:50 Leadership and Culture at McLaren 08:22 The Importance of Fun and Engagement 16:55 Innovation and Technology at McLaren 22:06 McLaren's Journey in Formula One 23:32 Leadership Changes and Team Restructuring 27:52 Innovative Sponsorship Approaches 34:04 IndyCar Highlights and Emotional Moments As Chief Executive of McLaren Racing, Zak Brown has overall responsibility for the business, including strategic direction, operational performance, marketing and commercial development. Zak leads McLaren’s direction and involvement in professional motorsport, spearheaded by the McLaren Formula 1 team. Operating at the pinnacle of global motorsport, McLaren uses the white heat of competition to drive innovation and develop synergies across the group, including but also in Formula E, Xtreme E, IndyCar, and F1 Academy. In 1995, he founded JMI, which grew to become the largest and most successful motorsport marketing agency in the world. When JMI was acquired by CSM, a division of Chime Communications, in 2013, Brown became the company’s Chief Executive Officer. He then relinquished that post to embark on his journey at McLaren in the winter of 2016. A passionate racer, collector and enthusiast, Zak also sits on the board of Cosworth Engineering and competes and races as a partner and driver in Anglo-American racing team United Autosports. Check out these Move the Ball Motorsports Episodes: Guenther Steiner “Formula 1 Unfiltered – High Performance Beyond the Grid”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/guenther-steiner-formula-1-unfiltered-high-perform Brendan P. Keegan “Creating Purposeful Partnerships in Business and Sports”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/brendan-p-keegan-creating-purposeful-partnerships Darren Cox “Driving Innovation from Formula 1 to Hollywood”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/darren-cox-driving-innovation-from-formula-1-to-ho Mark Sibla “Driving Success and Growth with IndyCar”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/mark-sibla-driving-success-and-growth-with-indycar Alex Moeller – “Connecting Brands to Speed & Innovation”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/alex-moeller-connecting-brands-to-speed-innovation Kyle Larson “Relentless Drive. High Speed. No Limits.”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/kyle-larson-relentless-drive-high-speed-no-limits Nic Hamilton “Driven to Inspire, Living a Life Bigger Than They Expect”: https://omny.fm/shows/move-the-ball/nic-hamilton-driven-to-inspire Read The Executive Edge Newsletter titled Fast Decisions, High Stakes: What Executives Can Learn from the Racetrack: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/fast-decisions-big-stakes-what-executives-can-learn-jd-llm-mba-1dufc Connect with Zak Brown: McLaren Racing Website: www.mclaren.com/racingMcLaren Instagram: www.instagram.com/mclarenMcLaren Twitter/X: @McLarenF1Download the McLaren App: www.mclaren.com/racing/latest-news/mclarenracing/article/download-official-mclaren-app/?utm_content=linkstream_link&utm_source=storystream IT'S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

This week on Nothing But The Truth, we are thrilled to welcome Sandi Glandt, a true powerhouse in the world of high-performance productivity and business strategy! As a best-selling author and renowned coach, Sandi specializes in empowering female entrepreneurs to reclaim their time, supercharge their energy, and maximize their productivity. If you've ever felt the squeeze of overwhelm or the drain of burnout while building your dream, Sandi's insights are exactly what you need. She's a master at guiding women from feeling depleted to thriving with balance and renewed purpose. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert who truly understands the unique challenges and triumphs of women in business, or anyone looking to recharge!  

In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores welcomes Pranav Dalal, founder and CEO of Office Beacon. Pranav shares how he pioneered remote staffing long before it became a trend, scaling his global team to thousands of full-time employees across four countries. Discover how he identifies strategic "hooks," builds world-class teams, and leverages both human capital and AI to help businesses thrive. Learn about his unique lead generation strategies, the role of KPIs in onboarding, and why he believes outsourcing is key to scaling smart. Whether you're a startup founder, business leader, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is packed with lessons on resilience, strategy, and global scalability.Support the showSubscribe at theshadesofe.com

On this week's episode, Attorney Jenn Gore takes over and interviews friend and colleague Bobby Taghavi. They talk about his background in the DA's office, catching the Golden State Killer, his transition to the private sector, the growth of Sweet James, and advice for aspiring lawyers. Get in touch with Bobby and Jenn at https://sweetjames.com/ Guest Bobby Taghavi (@bobbytaghavi on Instagram) has handled over 90 trials to verdict in civil and criminal cases. Many of which have been covered by local, national and international press. Bobby was assigned to the Golden State Killer Task Force, the Gang/Target unit as well as the Special Operations Unit of the Orange County District Attorney's Office. He has multiple multi-million dollar verdicts. Host Jennifer Gore (@jenngorelawyer on Instagram) is the Managing Partner of Sweet James GA East Coast and currently spearheading Sweet James Accident Attorneys' Georgia expansion. She also founded Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group. Her leadership led Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group to Inc. 5000 recognition for three consecutive years as one of the fastest-growing U.S. law firms. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in wrongful death, trucking, and motorcycle cases, achieving exceptional client outcomes. _____ LawRank grows your law firm with SEO Our clients saw a 384% increase in first-time calls and a 603% growth in traffic in 12 months. Get your free competitor report at https://lawrank.com/report. Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app Rate us 5 stars on iTunes and Spotify Watch us on YouTube Follow us on Instagram and TikTok

On this week's episode, Attorney Jenn Gore takes over and interviews friend and colleague Bobby Taghavi. They talk about his background in the DA's office, catching the Golden State Killer, his transition to the private sector, the growth of Sweet James, and advice for aspiring lawyers. Get in touch with Bobby and Jenn at https://sweetjames.com/ Guest Bobby Taghavi (@bobbytaghavi on Instagram) has handled over 90 trials to verdict in civil and criminal cases. Many of which have been covered by local, national and international press. Bobby was assigned to the Golden State Killer Task Force, the Gang/Target unit as well as the Special Operations Unit of the Orange County District Attorney's Office. He has multiple multi-million dollar verdicts. Host Jennifer Gore (@jenngorelawyer on Instagram) is the Managing Partner of Sweet James GA East Coast and currently spearheading Sweet James Accident Attorneys' Georgia expansion. She also founded Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group. Her leadership led Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group to Inc. 5000 recognition for three consecutive years as one of the fastest-growing U.S. law firms. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in wrongful death, trucking, and motorcycle cases, achieving exceptional client outcomes. _____ LawRank grows your law firm with SEO Our clients saw a 384% increase in first-time calls and a 603% growth in traffic in 12 months. Get your free competitor report at https://lawrank.com/report. Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast app Rate us 5 stars on iTunes and Spotify Watch us on YouTube Follow us on Instagram and TikTok

The FAN Morning Show broadcasts live from Glen Abbey Golf Club for the 2025 Joe Carter Classic. Ben and Brent discuss the Panthers' back-to-back Stanley Cup wins and whether Florida should be considered a dynasty. They debate potential Hall of Famers and analyze Connor McDavid's situation after the Oilers' championship losses. Maple Leafs legend Rick Vaive joins to talk about Florida's success, the Leafs' future, and his golf game. They close the hour with James Dodds (35:06), tournament co-chair and SVP of TD Bank, discussing the event's history and its charitable impact.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

At a time when debates over tariffs, regulation, and the scope of government are back at center stage. Is this time in American history unprecedented, or can we find parallels in the past? For example, has trade “hollowed out” U.S. manufacturing—or have fact tariffs like the Corn Laws in Britain hurt working-class families the most? Was the Great Depression a failure of capitalism—rather than a policy crisis worsened by poor monetary responses and overreach? Today’s guest is Phil Gramm, a former U.S. Senator and author of “The Triumph of Economic Freedom.” We look at five periods of American history—the Industrial Revolution, Progressive Era, Great Depression, decline of America’s postwar preeminence in world trade, and the Great Recession—along with the existing levels of income inequality and poverty, leads many to believe in expanding government in American life. Gramm argues that the evidence points to a contrary verdict: government interference and failed policies pose the most significant threat to economic freedom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Speed of Culture, Matt Britton speaks with Arturo Nuñez, Founder & CEO of AIE Creative, about building brand love and leading with cultural authenticity. From Nike to Apple to entrepreneurship, Arturo shares the insights that fuel iconic brand moments.Follow Suzy on Twitter: @AskSuzyBizFollow Arturo Nuñez on LinkedInSubscribe to The Speed of Culture on your favorite podcast platform.And if you have a question or suggestions for the show, send us an email at suzy@suzy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to uncover the secrets of one of commercial real estate's most resilient and misunderstood asset classes: self-storage. In this in-depth episode, Tait Duryea and Ryan Gibson explore why self-storage continues to outperform in uncertain times, how millennials are transforming storage use, and what makes it such a powerful wealth vehicle for passive investors. They share personal stories, break down tenant behavior, explain how to boost NOI with tenant insurance, and demystify cap rates and value creation. Plus, hear about their upcoming Houston tour where you can walk properties and learn the strategy firsthand.Show notes:(0:00) Intro(4:07) A brief history of self-storage(8:52) Sticky tenants and rent increases(11:09) Millennials, boomers, and behavior shifts(15:06) Business use cases and commercial demand(18:43) Automation, kiosks, and virtual support(23:02) Recession resistance and industry resilience(30:20) Buying from mom and pops(35:48) What actually drives cap rate compression(43:10) Capital flows and REIT consolidation(47:40) Outro

In this electrifying episode of The Better Than Rich Show, Mike Abramowitz sits down with Chaz Wolfe—7-figure entrepreneur, investor, and host of Gathering The Kings—to unpack what it really means to go “all in.”Chaz Wolfe shares his journey from uncertainty to decisive leadership, revealing the mindset and systems that helped him scale businesses, build legacy, and live with intention. From faith and family to finances and fitness, Chaz teaches how to lead every part of your life like a CEO.Whether you're growing your first six-figure business or running multiple ventures, this episode will challenge you to remove your safety nets and lead with conviction.

Natalie Shmulik transformed her passion for food into a mission-driven career helping hundreds of founders grow their food and beverage businesses. In this episode of Owning Your Legacy, Natalie takes us behind the scenes of The Hatchery—Chicago's premier food incubator—and shares her journey from running a franchise restaurant in Canada to building one of the nation's most impactful entrepreneurial ecosystems.You'll hear how she created programs that not only support product innovation but also champion founder mental health, community development, and legacy-building. From navigating burnout to redesigning what it means to lead with heart, Natalie is the kind of change-maker who makes you want to roll up your sleeves and build something real.

Hour three of 3 Man Front included out visit with ESPN Arkansas' Tye Richardson live from Omaha to discuss the CWS. Plus, we discussed what conferences dominate certain sports and Alabama's latest QB commit from Nebraska! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ready to walk in the mindset of the you who's already living your next-level life? In this episode, I'm back with one of my besties, Lindsey Marie, for another Living Room Session. We talk about the thoughts, energy, and identity required to break through plateaus and move the needle in your business and life. We share strategies to ditch self-sabotage, build supportive routines, grow your audience with intention, and the power of visualizing your 10x self. Check out our Sponsors: Airbnb - Start making money by listing your home on Airbnb with an experiences Co-host, find a co-host at airbnb.com/host Northwest Registered Agent - Don't wait—protect your privacy, build your brand, and set up your business in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes! Visit https://northwestregisteredagent.com/earn today. Open Phone - Stop running your business from your personal phone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at openphone.com/earn Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci, Sign up for your $1/month trial period at Shopify.com/happy This Is Small Business podcast - listen on apple podcast (or your favorite podcast app.) HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Why manifesting doesn't always feel good. 08:45 What happens when your “cute little hobby” starts costing more than you can afford? 10:30 How I stopped waiting for permission and anointed myself. 16:00 How I realized I was giving my power away in business and manifestation. 19:00 What is it costing you to keep outsourcing your power? 23:45 What made Lindsey almost quit writing her book? 31:00 The publishing fail that almost made Lindsey pull her book. 35:30 The part of me I forgot to nurture that holds the most magnetism. 43:15 What most people miss when it feels like their manifestation isn't arriving. 48:00 Why we fear being too much more than not enough. 55:30 What we'd both do if we quit today. (spoiler: we'd build something even bigger) RESOURCES Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet HERE! Check out our FREE 90-Day Business Blueprint HERE! Listen to my free SECRET PODCASTS SERIES - Operation: Rekindle This B*tch Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial

What happens when you find yourself in back-to-back rooms with some of the most powerful women in business?This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most surreal weeks of my business journey — from a private mastermind in Nashville with my coach and mentor Amy Porterfield, to hopping on a plane and joining Britt Seva and the Thrivers Community at the X Retreat in San Antonio.Talk about a pinch-me moment (or two).But this wasn't just a fun week — it was a game-changing one.These rooms were packed with high-level women who are leading, scaling, and structuring their businesses in completely different ways… and thriving.It reminded me that:

In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Dean Mathews, the founder of On The Clock. Dean shares his evolution from a solo software developer in 2004 to leading a team of 23 professionals, supporting 170,000 to 280,000 active users. Originally launched as a time-tracking app, On The Clock has expanded to include employee scheduling and payroll services, with ambitious goals of reaching $10 million in revenue and one million monthly active users. Dean discusses the critical role of consistency, hiring the right talent, and leveraging tools like Asana for effective project management. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and fostering a culture that prioritizes growth and team development. Other Resources:  When should a growing small business have a Board of Directors or Advisors? Get a return from an effective Chairperson of a Board An easy way to measure if your customers love you in 21 minutes – use the Net Promoter Score (NPS). And it's FREE. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here.   Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice.   And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? According to Dean Mathews, the hardest thing in growing a small business is shifting from doing everything yourself to empowering others by building systems and trusting your team. He highlights the importance of moving from working in the business to working on the business, emphasizing that true growth comes from hiring the right people, clearly defining roles, and creating an operating structure that allows others to thrive. You can't scale alone, and recognizing that earlier can make a significant difference. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Dean Mathews' favorite business book that has helped him the most is Scaling People by Claire Hughes Johnson. He found it especially valuable because it offers practical frameworks and structures for growing teams and building an internal operating system. The book resonated with him as it closely aligned with the challenges he faced while scaling OnTheClock, particularly around leadership, processes, and team development. He even conducted a book club at work based on it, applying its lessons to enhance how his company operates. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Dean Mathews recommends several great podcasts and online learning resources to help grow a small business, especially in the SaaS space. His top pick is the SaaStr Podcast, which features insights from successful SaaS founders and is packed with growth strategies. He also expressed strong interest in exploring content by Alex Hormozi, particularly his books $100M Offers and $100M Leads, and his podcast focused on data-driven business scaling. Additionally, Built to Sell Radio by John Warrillow was recommended for its focus on recurring revenue and building sellable businesses, while Nathan Latka's Podcast was noted for its sharp focus on SaaS metrics like ARR, MRR, CAC, and churn—making it a valuable listen for any growth-minded founder. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Dean Mathews recommends using a project management tool like Asana to grow a small business, as it helps teams stay organized, track progress, and manage both projects and processes effectively. He believes every business boils down to three core elements—people, projects, and processes—and Asana helps align them in a structured way. Additionally, he highlights creating an internal operating system (built in tools like Google Slides), which outlines company values, goals, job roles, meeting structures, and key metrics. Together, these tools support scalable growth and team alignment. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Dean Mathews' advice to himself on day one of starting out in business would be to “buckle in, you're in for a ride” and to understand early on that scaling a business is all about people. He emphasizes that success doesn't come from doing everything yourself, but from hiring the right people, trusting them, and building systems that empower them to thrive. He reflects that if he had learned earlier how to let go of control and focus on developing others, his business could have grown even faster. Surrounding yourself with people who are smarter than you in their areas is key to building something truly sustainable. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Trusting others with your vision is the first step to real growth — Dean Mathews A strong culture starts with clearly defined and lived values — Dean Mathews Leadership is less about control and more about enabling success  — Dean Mathews  

Feliks Banel's guests on this LIVE REMOTE BROADCAST of CASCADE OF HISTORY include Ken Johnsen, founder of the Yakima Valley Trolleys (YVT); Moira Nadal, preservation programs director of the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation; John Baule, retired former director, Yakima Valley Museum; Curt Wilson, Downtown Association of Yakima (DAY); YVT motorman Jim Moore; musicians Ken Toney and Palmer Wright; and roving correspondent - this time, reporting live from car #1976 moving through the streets of Yakima - Ken Zick. The broadcast originated from the 1911 Powerhouse on 3rd Avenue South in Yakima, Washington. Partner for this broadcast is the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation, who recently added Yakima Valley Trolleys to their list of MOST ENDANGERED PLACES in the Evergreen State. Yakima Valley Trolleys website: https://www.yakimavalleytrolleys.org/history.html Washington Trust MOST ENDANGERED PLACES: https://preservewa.org/yakima-valley-trolleys-named-to-washingtons-most-endangered-places-list/ This LIVE broadcast of CASCADE OF HISTORY was originally presented at 8pm Pacific Standard Time on Sunday, June 15, 2025 via SPACE 101.1 FM and gallantly streaming live via space101fm.org from historic Magnuson Park - formerly Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms.

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Is your unspoken trauma holding you back from success? Today, I'm so excited to speak with Powerhouse OG, Taylor Wray, the founder of Awakening Sol. Taylor is someone who truly embodies the healing journey in a way that I know will inspire and awaken you—wherever you may be in yours. She opens up about how she went from abusing drugs at just 13-years-old, to her experiences navigating loss in rehab, to now thriving as her fully aligned self. We talk about the impact of trauma on the way we show up in our lives and our businesses, and how patterns developed during our childhood continue well into our adulthood (whether we realize it or not!). Taylor also shares a much-needed destigmatized lens for detaching your identity from the success of your business, unwinding deep, subconscious patterns, and accessing healing in a way that resonates with you.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Meet an OG of Powerhouse Women + the founder of Awakening Sol, Taylor Wray! 04:40 What keeps you going during moments of hardship? 06:05 Where did your path to healing begin? 15:20 The moment that changed the trajectory of Taylor's healing journey. 21:45 What misunderstanding keeps us from fully healing? 24:25 Understanding and processing trauma—without the stigma. 31:35 How patterns developed during childhood show up in our adulthood. 37:10 How do you peel back deep-seeded patterns? 42:00 Ways to grow beyond our conditioning as entrepreneurs. 49:05 Practices for detaching your identity from the success of your business. 52:00 What was the catalyst to reinvest in yourself? 1:02:15 Celebrating Taylor's Powerhouse moment of pushing through fear to launch her teacher training.   RESOURCES + LINKS Learn more at Taylor's website HERE! Click HERE for tickets to the 2025 Powerhouse Women Event August 15-17th in Scottsdale, Arizona! Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Taylor: @taylor_wrayyoga Awakening Sol: @awakening.sol Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

Welcome back to UnabridgedMD! In this deeply moving and empowering episode, Dr. Isabel Md Mig is joined by Ren—a former patient whose chronic illness journey led to not just personal healing, but powerful community action.Ren opens up about growing up in the shadow of her mother's lupus diagnosis, navigating years of pain and medical dismissal, and the life-changing injury and COVID infection that spiraled into full-blown autoimmune disease. She shares how finally being seen, heard, and treated holistically transformed her life—and gave her the strength to pour her renewed energy into grassroots organizing.Now a leader in Denver's Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), Ren is revitalizing the Healthcare Committee, coordinating mutual aid projects, and organizing People's Pride—a community-first alternative to corporate pride events, complete with free resources, harm reduction training, and joyful resistance.

On today's episode of Powerhouse, Diego sits down with Mike Brennan, President of Nationwide Mortgage Bankers (NMB), to discuss his recent move from Movement Mortgage and what drew him to NMB.  They dive into how NMB is navigating a slow housing market, the role of technology in client engagement, and why personal relationships matter more than ever. Mike also touches on growth strategies, new product offerings like reverse mortgages and non-QM loans, and his goal to double the company's size over the next year. Here's what you'll learn: The power of strong relationships and leadership in driving mortgage success. NMB's focus on organic growth through talent and selective M&A. How a lean, efficient structure supports agility and scale. Using tech and servicing to create a customer-first experience. Growth opportunities in reverse mortgages, home equity, and production expansion. Related to this episode:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ex-Movement Prez Michael Brennan joins 'lean-and-mean' NMB | HousingWire Nationwide Mortgage Bankers | Michael Brennan - NMB | LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HousingWire | YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Enjoy the episode! The Power House podcast brings the biggest names in housing to answer hard-hitting questions about industry trends, operational and growth strategy, and leadership. Join HousingWire president Diego Sanchez every Thursday morning for candid conversations with industry leaders to learn how they're differentiating themselves from the competition. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready to discover how a group of determined women transformed a living room startup into a $6 million legal recruiting powerhouse — all during a global crisis?  In this episode of the Elite Recruiter Podcast, host Benjamin Mena sits down with Aida C. Rodriguez, the founder of Ascension Global Staffing and Executive Search. Together, they unpack how building a winning team, especially in the high-stakes world of legal recruiting, can lead to extraordinary business growth—even when starting with just an Excel sheet and a lot of perseverance. If you're a recruiter, entrepreneur, or leader with dreams of scaling up, this episode will show you what's possible, even in the face of uncertainty. As the recruiting landscape becomes more competitive, many agency owners and aspiring firm-builders struggle to stand out, pivot in difficult markets, and keep their teams motivated. The journey of Aida and her all-women team tackles this head-on, providing real-world solutions to the challenges of launching and growing a successful recruiting firm from the ground up—especially when resources are limited and the market is in flux. Listeners will walk away with actionable insights, including: Proven strategies for launching and scaling a recruiting business during tough economic times, starting with minimal resources.Building and leading highly motivated, diverse teams that thrive on healthy competition, camaraderie, and shared dreams.The power of adaptability—how to pivot your business development, embrace technology and automation, and never let perfectionism stop your progress.   If you're looking for a dose of inspiration mixed with practical guidance to fuel your recruiting ambitions, hit play now and see how you can turn your own “brunch crew” into a thriving placement empire!  AI Recruiting Summit 2025 – Registration: https://ai-recruiting-summit-2025.heysummit.com/ Finish The Year Strong 2025 – Registration: https://rock-the-year-2025.heysummit.com/ Free Trial of PeopleGPT and its AI Agents: https://juicebox.ai/?via=b6912d Free Trial of Talin AI: https://app.talin.ai/signup?via=recruiter   Signup for future emails from The Elite Recruiter Podcast: https://eliterecruiterpodcast.beehiiv.com/subscribe  YouTube: Follow Aida C. Rodriguez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidacrodriguezascension/    With your Host Benjamin Mena with Select Source Solutions: http://www.selectsourcesolutions.com/  Benjamin Mena LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminmena/  Benjamin Mena Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benlmena/

Jasmine and Dielle sit down for one final recap of Dielle's brand new rebrand and roll out for her company: Forthe23Percent. We unpack our feelings, emotions, and strategies around rebranding the entire company. Jasmine and Dielle share what their roles were in the rebrand, everything from the photoshoots, to the name of the company, the reveal strategy and so much more. This a must listen for everyone who wants to see how make an industry leading rebrand and pivot! Follow Jasmine on Instagram - instagram.com/highflierpowerhouse  

Send us a text[Original air date, April 9, 2024]  Miguel Armaza interviews Jack Zhang, CEO & Co-Founder of Airwallex, a global payments and treasury giant that moves $7 billion in monthly transaction volume and serves 100,000+ clients, including Brex, Rippling, and SHEIN.Founded in Melbourne in 2015, Airwallex was last valued at $6.2 billion and has raised over a billion dollars from Sequoia, DST, Square Peg, Greenoaks, Mastercard, Tencent, Salesforce, and many more.In this episode, we discuss:How investing in a coffee shop led him to co-found a global payments networkWhy Airwallex prioritizes people with great leadership skills who are also technicalThe impact of AI in financial servicesNew risks of AI-powered financial fraudPartnering with almost 100 banks around the world… and a lot more!Want more podcast episodes? Join me and follow Fintech Leaders today on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app for weekly conversations with today's global leaders that will dominate the 21st century in fintech, business, and beyond.Do you prefer a written summary? Check out the Fintech Leaders newsletter and join 80,000+ readers and listeners worldwide!Miguel Armaza is Co-Founder and General Partner of Gilgamesh Ventures, a seed-stage investment fund focused on fintech in the Americas. He also hosts and writes the Fintech Leaders podcast and newsletter.Miguel on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nKha4ZMiguel on Twitter: https://bit.ly/2Jb5oBcFintech Leaders Newsletter: bit.ly/3jWIp

Before Postman became a category-defining platform used by millions of developers, it was a personal side project. In this episode, co-founder and CEO Abhinav Asthana shares how he went from hacking on API tools in Bangalore to leading a global company with nearly 900 employees across three continents. We talk about: Building a developer-first product that spread through word of mouth Choosing a CEO when everyone on the founding team is an engineer How to reach U.S. customers before you have a U.S. presence Why authenticity beats thought leadership when you're building in public Going from “ramen profitability” to Series A in just 17 months Whether you're an engineer who's thinking about starting something of your own, a founder operating outside of Silicon Valley, or just curious how Postman actually works, this episode is packed with tactical insights. RUNTIME 49:19 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:39) “ Being a developer who loved to hack and also design, I just decided to try my hand at this.” (4:00) “ We had a hypothesis, but we didn't have a company.” (6:08) Abhinav built goodwill with the developer community by being helpful (9:26) How they settled on the name “Postman” (11:51) On a team of engineers, how do you decide who should become CEO? (15:00) Who was their first key hire outside of the founding team? (20:15) Why he thinks early-stage startups should seek “ramen profitability” (23:23) “ Our first marketing hire was about two years in.” (25:18) What it was like to go from a seed round to Series A in just 17 months (30:02) “ At that point, it kind of became clear that this is a new kind of category.” (32:15) How Postman's branding dovetails with the platform's underlying technology (36:13) One thing he would have done differently in the run-up to the Series A (38:48) Managing cross-border growth when you're based in Bangalore (40:56) “ Building the company in two different places… it's just incredibly hard.” (44:47) “ Don't skimp on two things ever in starting a venture-funded company: your lawyer, and your accountant.” (45:52) One question he'd have to ask the CEO if he were interviewing for a job with an early-stage startup. LINKS Abhinav Asthana Postman Postman raises $50 million to deliver its API collaboration platform to more partners, 6/19/19, VentureBeat SUBSCRIBE

On today's Legally Speaking Podcast, I'm delighted to be joined by Christopher Bogart and David Perla.Chris is the CEO, Director and Co-Founder of Burford Capital. Under his leadership, Burford Capital has become the leading global provider of legal finance with a group-wide portfolio of nearly 7.4 billion and a force in the global market.David is Vice Chair at Burford Capital and oversees marketing, public policy, industry affairs and public relations. An entrepreneur and legal industry leader, David was named a Top 50 Innovator of the Last 50 Years by The American Lawyer.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob, Chris and David discussing:- Leadership at the Forefront of Legal Finance - Diverse Career Journeys Providing Experience as Fuel- Dynamic, Strategic Roles on a Day-to-Day Basis- A Passion for Innovation and Industry Leadership- Key Skills Transferred to Client SuccessConnect with Chris here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-bogart-b3114411Connect with David here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidperla

In this episode of Confessions of a Book Collector, David Headley sits down with publishing trailblazer and founder of Orenda Books, Karen Sullivan. Celebrating ten years of her fiercely independent publishing house, Karen shares the story behind Orenda's rise. From championing fiction in translation, to building a loyal community of readers and authors. Expect candid chat about the challenges facing publishers today, the risk and reward of translated fiction, why branding matters, and what makes a book truly stand out in a crowded market.

Energetic Health Institute Radio with Jolene Goring, CHN – This isn't just a conversation about entrepreneurship — it's about doing it differently. With intention. With boundaries. With a nervous system that stays regulated even while the calendar is full. If you've ever dreamed of building something beautiful without burning out in the process, this episode is for you...

In this episode, Andreas Munk Holm sits down with Kamel Zeroual, GP of Varsity, one of Europe's boldest new funds out of Paris. Varsity is making waves—not just for their ambition to build a pan-European fund with global aspirations, but for already closing €120M+ toward a first-time fund targeting €150M.Kam breaks down what makes Varsity different: a team with deep operator and investor experience, a track record spanning over 100 startups, and an agnostic but conviction-led strategy focused on next-gen SaaS, fintech, healthtech, and climate.

Energetic Health Institute Radio with Jolene Goring, CHN – This isn't just a conversation about entrepreneurship — it's about doing it differently. With intention. With boundaries. With a nervous system that stays regulated even while the calendar is full. If you've ever dreamed of building something beautiful without burning out in the process, this episode is for you...

Sometimes having awareness is NOT enough. If we want actual, lasting change to happen, we first need to change our patterns! Joining us on the podcast is Bizzie Gold, the founder of multiple 8-figure businesses and industry disruptor. Today, she's sharing her method for breaking subconscious patterns that hold you back! Bizzie lifts the curtain on brain pattern mapping, including the different brain pattern types and how they manifest in our behavior, the biggest misunderstandings surrounding mental health, and the role pattern opposition plays in rewiring self-sabotaging habits. Our conversation is full of tangible tools to dismantle the language we use and identify the sneaky ways self-deception keeps us trapped. This is your sign that it's not too late to shift the paradigm and allow for real healing to occur.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Say hello to top industry disruptor and founder of multiple 8-figure businesses, Bizzie Gold! 03:00 The biggest misunderstandings about our brain patterns (AKA, why your brain is a filthy liar). 11:45 How do patterns get formed in our brain? 17:35 Why having awareness is sometimes not enough for change to occur. 22:50 The sneaky ways self-deception keeps us from true healing. 26:05 What is key to breaking subconscious patterns holding you back? 31:20 Which brain patterns manifest differently for the left versus the right (people-pleasing, conflict, narcissism, and MORE). 40:15 How to cancel-proof yourself using brain pattern mapping. 46:30 Pattern opposition and its role in shifting away from self-saboting habits. 50:40 How to change patterns by dismantling the language we rely on. 54:20 How identifying patterns of self-deception can change your whole life. 1:04:30 Celebrating Bizzie's Powerhouse moment of taking ownership of and opposing her pattern.   RESOURCES + LINKS Use code POWERHOUSE20 for 20% off the Break Method Program HERE! Order a copy of Bizzie's book HERE Click HERE for tickets to the 2025 Powerhouse Women Event August 15-17th in Scottsdale, Arizona Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Bizzie: @bizziegold Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

What happens when you realize the life you've built isn't the one you truly want?In this deeply personal and empowering episode, high-performance coach and bestselling author Deekron Krikorian shares the transformational story behind his book The Nine Shifts. Raised in a disciplined household in Romania and groomed for stability over passion, Deekron followed the "safe" path—CPA, MBA, corporate success—only to discover he was living someone else's dream.Tune in as Deekron walks us through his emotional pivot point: a difficult call with his father, the radical mindset shifts that followed, and the practical strategies he now uses to help others reclaim their energy, confidence, and purpose. Whether you're feeling stuck, burned out, or just ready for more alignment in your life, this episode will show you how small changes can lead to massive transformation.Key Takeaways:✅ How to break free from perfectionism and people-pleasing✅ Why fear of non-acceptance holds us back—and how to overcome it✅ The science behind limiting beliefs and how to rewire them✅ Deekron's holistic “Nine Shifts” framework for mind, body, and life✅ The power of a 15-minute morning routine (Mindfulness, Metabolism, Music)✅ How to trust your intuition when logic tries to talk you out of change✅ The role of community and accountability in achieving lasting transformation✅ Nutrition and lifestyle habits that boost focus, energy, and emotional healthIf you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your purpose, this episode is your roadmap back to YOU.Watch episodes on YouTube and subscribe to our channel!https://www.youtube.com/@letsgowin

Former Rutgers heavyweight Sean DeDeyn turned a hard-charging wrestling mindset into The Axel Group, a niche staffing firm that now supplies talent across every stage of major construction projects. Sean joins the Blue-Collar Twins to unpack the six-year sprint from a two-desk office to a 30-person team, a tech-driven recruiting engine, and side ventures ranging from tiki party boats to college-wrestling commentary. You'll hear: Fired on Monday, Founder by August – how a commission dispute became the push to launch Axel in 2017.Why “One Rep, One Book” Beats 10 000-Person Firms – the boutique model Sean uses to out-serve national agencies.Cold-Call Wrestling – translating mat grit into 100-dial days (and why the phone still wins).Culture & Careers – dinners with every employee, internal promotions, and watching teammates buy their first homes.Multiple Streams – co-building Belmar Tiki Party Boats, announcing Rutgers matches, and keeping a 5 a.m. workout streak.Vision Check – growing a place where his kids' friends want to work “because they make a ton of money.” Stick around for a quick CTA to Paul Giannamore's Private-Equity Masterclass playlist—and see how far your own work ethic can take you. From PE Teachers to Pest Control Owners: The Julio Twins Share Their POTOMAC Experience https://youtu.be/HAx9noqsqTo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgiannamore www.potomaccompany.com https://bluecollartwins.com Produced by: www.verbell.ltd Timestamps (podcast.co-ready) 00:00 – Cold-open: Sean on high-school “job names” and chasing income 00:35 – Show intro; Axel Group overview (construction-lifecycle staffing) 01:40 – Rutgers wrestling story: walk-on grind, partial scholarship, mindset lessons 03:30 – Linking mat toughness to sales success 05:55 – First staffing job, early wins, and Monday-night firing that changed everything 07:50 – Launching Axel Group (Aug 2017) and naming it after his son 09:40 – Father-in-law's driveway challenge: “So—what do you actually do?” 11:30 – Scrappy first year: 500-sq-ft office, four months of runway, living with an employee 13:50 – Building culture: tattooed logo, dinners with every team member, internal promotions 15:30 – Sean's current role: still running a book, mentoring recruiters, protecting culture 17:20 – Boutique edge vs. mega-firms; the “cheeseburger” service analogy 18:50 – Cold-call philosophy and reviving lost prospects 21:00 – Daily routine: 5 a.m. lifts, weekly run + sauna + cold plunge 22:45 – Side hustle: Rutgers wrestling commentary and network dividends 24:50 – Belmar Tiki Party Boats—building (not buying) 45-passenger floating lounges 27:00 – Common headaches: sales slumps, coaching wrestlers-turned-reps, keeping tech a tool not a crutch 28:45 – Wrestlers on staff and why grit hires win 29:15 – Long-term vision: a company graduates dream of joining—and constant self-improvement 30:10 – The “I made it… then got fired” lesson on staying humble 31:20 – Outro, Masterclass CTA, and closing credits

Today I'm joined by Ben Faricy, President at The Faricy Boys. We get into his game plan for expanding across Southern Colorado, why he's starting to let go and give his GM's permission to succeed, how hiring a leadership coach was the catalyst unlearning bad habits and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Toma - If your BDC or Service Advisors are buried in calls, it's time for a smarter solution. Toma builds custom AI agents that answer 100% of your dealership's inbound calls and handle tasks like booking service, checking recalls, and scheduling test drives—without tying up your team. Dealers using Toma are saving 30–40 staff hours a week and booking 100+ extra appointments every month. Exclusive for CDG Listeners: Start your no-risk, 1-month free trial @ http://www.toma.com/cdg 2. OPENLANE - The world's best online dealer marketplace for used cars, bringing you exclusive inventory, simple transactions, and better outcomes. Learn more @ https://www.openlane.com/ Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cdgpartner.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3Suismu⁠⁠⁠ Topics: 01:08 What shaped Ben's business journey? 03:14 Best customer retention strategies? 07:49 Why invest in employees matters 12:50 Keys to leadership growth 18:49 Biggest challenges ahead? 22:15 How measure customer satisfaction? 25:30 Balancing growth vs culture 29:45 Most valuable core value? 31:20 Industry trends to watch? Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://news.dealershipguy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CDG Jobs ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CDG Recruiting ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My Socials: X ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/GuyDealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@guydealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠threads.net/@cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.

Craving the peace of mind that your diet is actually supporting your muscles and your workouts are actually improving your bone health? In today's episode, I'm giving you just that with my FREE strong muscle and bone assessment! This science-backed tool will group you into one of five strength identities, and today I'm offering a sneak peek into each of them!The assessment takes just 60 seconds to get your strength score. Your strength identity will provide actionable tips to become stronger, leaner, and more energized. This quiz will help you figure out where you are and what to do next. Take the quiz to find out which strength type you are:The PowerhouseThe pinnacle of fitness. With 80% lean muscle mass, optimal body composition, and high energy, these individuals are strong, athletic, and performing at their peak. Strength training is a top priority, recovery is intentional, and fitness ranks among their top three daily commitments.The Fit but BrittleStrong on the outside but lacking inner support. These individuals lift weights and follow nutrition plans, yet their bones aren't getting the stimulus they need. Strategic impact exercises and heavier strength training are essential to build bone density and protect against future injuries.The Muscle Seeking MavenDedicated but not quite there. They're showing up for workouts, like classes and Pilates, but missing the strategic progression needed for visible muscle tone. With the right approach to increasing weight loads and dialing in nutrition, especially protein, they're on the brink of a breakthrough.The Soft and StrugglingTrying, but feeling stuck. Life is demanding, and their body doesn't respond like it used to. Despite the desire to get back on track, consistency is hard to find. Often dealing with higher body fat and lower energy, they feel far from their former fitness self.The Rocking ChairAt the starting line. They feel tired, overwhelmed, and disconnected from physical health. Exercise has been absent for years, and comfort often comes from food. These individuals don't need a boot camp—they need gentle beginnings, simple nutrition shifts, and encouragement to take that first small step toward feeling better.Take the quiz now if you're ready for the tips and resources you need to get moving and take your fitness to new levels! Anyone and everyone can become stronger and healthier. You can get FREE access to my 4-week Strength Without Stress program right now! This program will help you reduce the systemic inflammation that's caused by overly intense or lengthy workouts. It'll help you build and maintain valuable lean muscle without the fatigue from other programs.To get free access to Strength Without Stress, post a Review wherever you're listening. Grab a screenshot of your review before you post it and upload at: https://www.hollyperkins.com/reviewThis is a limited-time offer before it sells for $197–grab it while you can for lifetime access.Be sure to Follow and Subscribe so you'll know exactly when new episodes are available on Tuesdays.Topics covered:● (01:35) Introducing the Strong Muscle and Bone Assessment● (08:34) The Powerhouse ● (12:32) The Fit, But Brittle ● (20:49) The Muscle Seeking Maven bridges being active and truly fit● (25:50) The Soft and Struggling is a wake-up call to feeling better● (30:02) The Rocking Chair Ready is ready for smart strength building Resources Mentioned:● Transcripts can be found on the official blog page for this episode at hollyperkins.com/blogFollow...

In this episode of The Deal Scout, host Susan Reilly sits down with Alice Chen, a powerhouse private equity fund manager with a deeply unconventional path to success. From growing up in Taiwan to launching and selling multiple successful businesses in Canada, Alice shares her incredible entrepreneurial evolution—including how her experiences in pre-med, law, and international trade led her to become a fund manager specializing in U.S. land development.Alice opens up about the roots of her entrepreneurial drive, influenced by a high-achieving banker mother and a self-taught engineer father. She reveals how she built the discipline, analytical thinking, and risk tolerance required to lead a private equity fund, and why she and her team focus on land development—a misunderstood but high-growth niche within the real estate market.Susan and Alice also dive into what makes a successful business partnership, what to look for in potential collaborators, and the importance of stress-testing relationships before committing. Alice shares a candid story of a failed partnership that taught her the critical importance of alignment in values, work styles, and long-term vision.You'll also hear a behind-the-scenes look at how her firm identifies land development opportunities, partners with major homebuilders like D.R. Horton, and deploys capital into large-scale entitlement and horizontal development projects across the U.S. Alice explains their highly disciplined, data-driven due diligence process and why contrarian thinking often wins in investing.Whether you're an aspiring fund manager, a seasoned investor, or simply curious about how raw land turns into livable communities, this episode is packed with insight, strategy, and actionable wisdom.Interested in investing in U.S. land development or connecting with Alice? Use the links in the show notes to get in touch.Reach out to connect with Alice or to be a guest on the show to SusanNext Steps Share your thoughts with a review - https://www.thedealscout.com/reviews/ Let's connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-reilly-64150722a/ Subscribe and Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBQN_Y3nhDGClfMxCSBDjOg Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as financial, legal, or tax advice. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host, Susan Reilly, and any guests, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency or organization. Susan Reilly is a licensed real estate broker, but this podcast is not a substitute for professional advice. We strongly recommend that you consult with a qualified financial advisor, legal counsel, and tax professional before making any financial decisions or taking any actions based on the information provided in this podcast.

Megan is a four-time Emmy-winning ventriloquist, singer, and producer—and the first Black woman puppeteer on Sesame Street. She began teaching herself ventriloquism at just 10 years old, driven by a dream that would shape her life. Despite earning degrees in economics and finance and building a successful career in real estate, Megan never let go of her passion for performance. After years of performing on stages big and small—including America’s Got Talent, Kelly Clarkson, TODAY, Good Morning America—Megan joined Sesame Street voicing the beloved character Gabrielle. A mother of two, Megan often speaks about the importance of play, visualization, and staying true to the dreams placed in your heart. She credits her use of vision boards and manifesting as key tools in creating the life she imagined—proof that dreams, when nurtured, really can come true. Her album Cinderella Sweep, is out this July, showcasing and empowering young women. Her story is one of talent, grit, and unwavering belief—an inspiring reminder that play has power, and that our childhood dreams are never too far out of reach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes Elad Marish, co-founder and producer at Swell Music + Sound, a leading creative audio agency based in San Francisco. Elad and his team at Swell have brought music, sound design, and audio branding to high-profile clients including Apple, Nike, Google, and Uber, working on everything from global ad campaigns to immersive brand experiences. In This Episode, We Discuss: The Magic of KISS Wearing Out Record Needles Hating Piano Surf Culture Guitar Obsession Early Parenthood Painful Band Experiences Post Production Powerhouse Growing Swell Sound Navigating COVID Staying Lean Links and Show Notes: Swell  Elad on Linkedin Matt's Rant: Getting Some Space Credits: Guest: Elad Marish Host/Engineer/Producer: Matt Boudreau WCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell The Voice: Chuck Smith

Navigating the Modern Marketing Landscape with Rocket Fuel Labs' Amanda PattersonIn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge speaks with Amanda Patterson, the founder and CEO of Rocket Fuel Labs. With a background as a seasoned marketing executive and a passion for music, Amanda shares actionable insights on fractional CMOs, AI-powered marketing, and how to scale growth-stage companies with strategy and creativity.From crafting brand narratives to embracing AI responsibly, Amanda reveals how early-stage companies can compete in a saturated marketplace—without sacrificing authenticity.The Strategic Power of Fractional CMOsAmanda launched Rocket Fuel Labs during the early days of COVID-19, initially supporting a portfolio of high-growth startups. Today, her firm delivers fractional CMO services that provide businesses with executive-level marketing leadership—without the cost or commitment of a full-time hire.She explains how many startups—particularly pre-Series A or B—don't yet need a full CMO but do need clear go-to-market strategies. Amanda's team fills that gap by conducting in-depth audits, crafting tailored roadmaps, and helping founders hit revenue goals faster. Unlike traditional agencies, Rocket Fuel Labs begins with business discovery, not a plug-and-play template.Josh and Amanda also explore the value of treating marketing like an investment—not a one-size-fits-all expense. From SEO to paid ads, Amanda emphasizes that strategy must lead execution.AI in Marketing: Enhance, Don't ReplaceAmanda has a clear stance on AI: it should augment creativity, not replace it. She regularly uses tools like ChatGPT to brainstorm headlines, summarize client calls, and accelerate workflows. But she cautions against relying too heavily on AI-generated content.She recalls the recent backlash around Coca-Cola's fully AI-created ad—a campaign that lacked the emotional nuance only human creatives can deliver. Her advice? Keep the human in the loop. Use AI to amplify your ideas, not automate your brand voice away.Amanda also touches on how AI is reshaping search behavior. With tools like Google's AI overviews impacting traditional SEO strategies, marketers must now prioritize intent-driven, bottom-funnel content. She encourages listeners to focus on quality, contextually relevant content rather than chasing rankings through volume alone.Music, Marketing, and Building Something MeaningfulOutside the boardroom, Amanda is a musician who performs alongside her teenage daughter in the live music capital of the world—Austin, Texas. Her artistic background influences her marketing work in a powerful way. Whether she's writing music or designing growth campaigns, she brings the same emphasis on storytelling, collaboration, and creativity.Amanda believes the best marketing combines data with soul. Her approach weaves analytical precision with emotional resonance—helping brands not only scale but connect.About Amanda PattersonAmanda Patterson is the founder and CEO of Rocket Fuel Labs. With over 15 years of experience leading growth for startups and publicly traded companies, Amanda has built a reputation for driving revenue through sharp strategy and storytelling. Her background includes serving as CMO, helping companies scale from zero to IPO, and working closely with top investors and founders. When she's not scaling businesses, Amanda performs music locally with her daughter in Austin, Texas.About Rocket Fuel LabsRocket Fuel Labs is a fractional CMO firm that provides strategic marketing leadership and...

Joshua K. Wright, The NBA's Global Empire: How the League Became an International Powerhouse (McFarland, 2025)  During the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, the Dream Team, a collective of the National Basketball Association's top talent led by Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Charles Barkley, shook up the world as they amazed spectators and opponents on their way to winning gold. Their success introduced the world to the NBA's charismatic superstars and their artistic brand of basketball. Over the next two decades, youth outside of America dreamed of becoming the next Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. The NBA took advantage of its popularity in China by forming lucrative television and streaming deals and opening training academies. By the 2022-23 NBA season, there were 109 international players from 39 countries, a Canadian franchise, and a league in Africa. Today's best players are Africans, Canadians and Europeans like Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama. This book presents the history of the NBA's ascension to a billion-dollar global empire, analyzing the globalization of American sports since the end of the Cold War and the dawn of the millennium. How essential is globalization for the NBA to thrive in the 21st century? Do the benefits outweigh the geopolitical controversies associated with being a global brand? Is globalization responsible for a decline in American-born NBA players and declining domestic popularity? These questions and others are answered in this first treatment of the NBA's global reach. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book was The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All. His next book, Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet, will be out in the fall of 2025. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Do you KNOW you're meant to be seen in a bigger way? It's time to let your authentic voice be heard! Joining us today is Krista Williams, the co-host of Almost 30 and Morning Microdose podcasts, an internationally recognized speaker, coach, and author, dedicated to guiding individuals through life's biggest transitions. Krista shares the cheat code for unlocking your authentic voice to live in your truth. Our conversation will provide actionable takeaways for identifying the ways we not only lie to others but to ourselves, moving past the fear to cultivate trust in your inner knowing, and receiving more abundance, energy, and support with grace. We dig deep as we uncover what it truly looks like to embrace change (at ANY stage in life or business) and connect with the heart of your authentic voice to grow your audience to the next level.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Say hello to Krista Williams, co-host of the Almost 30 podcast! 04:50 What is the authentic voice? 07:15 How to identify the micro-moments when we lie to ourselves. 13:35 Ways to cultivate trust in yourself to live truthfully. 22:45 How to use your authentic voice to grow your audience/business. 26:15 How has your voice shown up in the writing process? 31:45 The cheat code to receive more abundance, energy, and love on a higher level. 36:15 What did it take to make peace with your inner critic? 41:30 How to embrace change at any stage in life. 47:45 The greatest takeaway from the Almost 30 book. 54:25 Celebrating Krista's Powerhouse moment of staying in the present and knowing when to surrender.   RESOURCES + LINKS Get your copy of the Almost 30 book HERE! Click HERE for tickets to the 2025 Powerhouse Women Event August 15-17th in Scottsdale, Arizona! Powerhouse Women is a COMMUNITY and YOU are part of it! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag us on Instagram so we can keep the conversation going and create more of the episodes you need!    FOLLOW Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Lindsey: @lindseymarieofficial Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

Ever wondered what it looks like behind the scenes of a landscaping legend? In this exclusive episode, we tour the shop of the man, the myth, the legend—Marty Grunder of Grunder Landscaping Co. Get ready for an in-depth look at how one of the most respected names in the green industry runs a tight, top-tier operation. From shop layout and equipment flow to leadership philosophy and team culture, Marty shares timeless wisdom and tactical insights you can apply to your own business—no matter the size. This episode is a must-listen for any contractor who wants to scale with purpose and lead with excellence. LINK Membership Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/  LMN Mastermind Sessions (Use code Brian). LMN Landscape Software (Interested in checking out LMN and giving it a free Trial? Use our link or the code "Brian" to get the best savings and signup experience possible). Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram www.brandedbullinc.com  www.CycleCPA.com mention code: Brian to save $200. www.PostcardMania.com/Brian Zero to $100K!: The Complete Guide on How to Start a Successful Lawn Care Company Brian's Lawn Maintenance "MERCH" Together In The Trades - The Summit for Couples in Business - Savannah, Georgia August 14 - 16, 2025 EQUIP Expo - Oct 21-25, 2025 (Save 50% with code Brian)   Our Affiliate Partners: www.EquipmentDefender.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.KujoYardwear.com (Brians10 Save 10%+Free Shipping!) www.ISOtunes.com (Save 10%) https://bit.ly/3wzhaI4 www.ProvenLocks.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.DarwinsGrip.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.Plow-Right.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.EarthWay.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.RhinoHitch.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.SureCanUSA.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.ComfortTrim.com (Brians10 Save 10%)