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Embracing Creativity, Non-Linear Thinking and Doing Business Your Way, with Heather EbanksSeason 11, Episode 90: Show Up and Be HeardToday's episode of the podcast is an interview with Heather Ebanks, graphic designer and host of the Creatively Eccentric podcast.In this conversation, Heather and I chat about what it really means to embrace creativity, challenge traditional definitions of success, and stop trying to force ourselves into business models that don't fit.We explore how creativity isn't just about being artistic, why some of our biggest strengths can come from thinking differently, and how stepping away from the noise can often be the key to finding clarity. We also dive into imposter syndrome, failure, community, and the importance of trusting yourself instead of constantly looking outside of yourself for answers.BOSS THINGS YOU'LL LEARN IF YOU TUNE IN:Practical ways to quiet the noise, overcome overwhelm, and reconnect with your ideasWhy failure isn't something to fear and how to reframe it as part of the processWhy creativity is so much bigger than art, design, or being "naturally creative"If you enjoyed this episode or found it useful, then I would really appreciate if you could take just a few minutes to give it a review on whatever platform you are listening on - because every one I get really does make me do a little squeal and a happy dance!ABOUT HEATHER:Heather Ebanks is a Graphic Designer and the host of the Creatively Eccentric Podcast—a platform for bold voices, messy journeys, and zero apologies. She explores what happens when creatives stop trying to fit into systems that were never designed for them and start defining success on their own terms.Through raw, reflective conversations, Heather amplifies unconventional and underrepresented creators—diving into the realities of rejection, reinvention, and building a creative life that doesn't follow the rules. Her work supports women who feel overwhelmed, scattered, or “too much,” helping them realise those very traits are their advantage.At its core, Creatively Eccentric is about embracing uniqueness, challenging expectations, and proving that there is no single way to be a creative—or to succeed.LINKS YOU DEFINITELY WANT TO CHECK OUT:Connect with Heather on Instagram or LinkedInCheck out Heather's websiteListen to Heather's podcastFind out more about and sign up for Boss Your Socials ClubCONNECT WITH BECCI:Connect with Becci on Instagram, LinkedIn or FacebookJoin Becci's email communityIF YOU LOVED THIS, YOU'LL ALSO LOVE:The truth about imposter syndrome and self doubt, with Laura BremnerEPISODE TRANSCRIPTTap to downloadThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

What if the key to your future isn't finding something newWhat if it's understanding what you've already built?In this episode, Dan Sullivan introduces a new Strategic Coach thinking tool called Best Numbers, Bigger Story. The framework helps entrepreneurs identify their most important achievements, understand the stories behind them, and use both as the foundation for future growth.Mike Koenigs takes the exercise one step further by running the framework through multiple Ai systems, revealing new opportunities, patterns, and possibilities hidden inside years of entrepreneurial experience.The conversation expands into intellectual property, innovation, competition, entrepreneurship, and why progress often comes from building on existing strengths rather than starting over.In this episode, Dan and I break down:Dan Sullivan's new Best Numbers, Bigger Story framework for creating a bigger future from your past successesHow Mike used multiple Ai tools to expand, refine, and amplify Dan's thinking processWhy entrepreneurs should focus on improving their own numbers and story instead of competing with othersThe role of intellectual property, innovation, and continuous reinvention in long-term growthHow Ai can help entrepreneurs think bigger, move faster, and uncover new opportunities hidden in their existing experience and expertisIf you're building your next chapter, this conversation will help you see your experience, expertise, and opportunities in a completely different way.Listen in and start creating your Bigger Story!!!Time Stamps00:00 - Best Numbers Bigger Story07:38 - Strategic Coach example15:34 - Building from past success17:35 - Ai amplification process22:19 - Lifetime thinking framework24:28 - Competition-free growth31:08 - Ai as a meta coach37:58 - Opportunity discovery41:05 - The future feels normal46:40 - Reinvention and growth53:43 - Energy and innovation01:26:40 - Entrepreneurs and changeDiscover More

In this episode, Jen talks about something every florist and creative business owner faces at some point: how hard it can be to access creativity when life feels loud, heavy, overstimulating, and exhausting. Between loss, motherhood, summer schedules, consultations, weddings, and the everyday chaos of life, it can feel like creativity gets buried under stress.But Jen shares an important reminder: chaos does not mean you lost your talent. It does not mean something is wrong with you. It may simply mean your nervous system is overloaded, your energy is depleted, and your creativity needs a softer, more intentional way back in.This episode is all about how to reconnect with your creative self when life feels hard — not by forcing brilliance, but by creating space, lowering the pressure, using supportive inspiration, and giving yourself more grace.In this episode, Jen talks about:Why chaotic seasons can make creativity feel far awayHow stress, grief, motherhood, and exhaustion impact your ability to createWhy creativity needs spaceWhy waiting for the “perfect mood” is not realisticHow to lower the pressure on your creative processWhy you do not need genius — you need momentumHow to use inspiration banks like Instagram folders, Pinterest boards, linens, venues, textures, and flowers to spark ideasWhy outside input can support your creativity when your brain feels tiredHow constraints can actually make creating easierWhy protecting tiny pockets of quiet and mental space mattersHow your body, energy, rest, and nervous system affect your creativityWhy chaos does not mean you are brokenHow creativity can become healing instead of another demandKey takeawayYou did not lose your creativity.When life feels chaotic, your creativity may simply need more space, more softness, and less pressure. You do not need to be brilliant on demand — you just need little moments of movement, beauty, and reconnection.Why this episode mattersIf you are a florist, designer, creative business owner, or mom in a hard or heavy season, this episode is a reminder that your gift is still there. You may just need a gentler path back to it.

Horses have been part of our lives for millennia, helping us plow fields and transporting us to everything from errands to parties to war. And they have ignited our imaginations.Their presence, their grace, that connection we have with them - what is that? They live on grass.And while we have needed them, they don't need us.  Yet, at a time when they are no longer needed for practical purposes, there are still 110-120 million horses in the world today. Why is that?  And why have they decided to be part of our lives? Are they part of our spiritual evolution? Do they have wisdom for us that can change the way we show up in the world?We think they do. Horses show up without vanity or agenda and can see into the depths of our being. That can be intimidating. In this special Reiki Share and podcast episode, I'm joined by the co-creators of the Horse Wisdom Card Deck — collaborators and artists, Helen Michaels and Joe Ann Kent — as we pull back the curtain on the creation of this deeply transformational deck.Together, we explore:How the horses guided the creation of the deckThe spiritual nature of horses and leadershipThe Divine Feminine and how it is ready to come forwardThe deeper meanings behind some of the cardsHow Reiki, intuition, and animal communication shaped the processWhy this deck arrived nowWhat the horses may be trying to teach humanity in this momentWe also drew cards live during the episode for the messages for our listeners and community.  And we will ask for your input - once you experience the energy of the deck - on the name of the deck.If you are ready to dive into deeper authenticity, authority, intuition, healing, and connection - join us, and gather with the wisdom of the herd.______Pam Allen-LeBlanc is a scientist, businesswoman, and Licensed Reiki Master Teacher (LRMT) with the International Center for Reiki Training.Get in Touch with Pam:pam@reikifromthefarm.comwww.reikifromthefarm.comA special thanks goes out to Music from Pixabay for the intro music and to Nate Miller for the meditation music. Register for our newsletter! InstagramFacebookYoutube pam@reikifromthefarm.com

What Sacral Response Actually Feels Like in Human Design IRLOne of the most common things I hear from Generators and Manifesting Generators is this:"I don't know what my sacral response feels like."And honestly? You're not alone.In this episode of Unjaded, Vickie Dickson pulls back the curtain on a real-life opportunity that lit up her entire body and uses it as a live example of what sacral response actually feels like in practice.Instead of talking theory, Vickie walks through the moment-by-moment experience of responding to an invitation, navigating her Emotional Authority, and following the energy as it unfolded. Along the way, she explores why so many Generators have lost touch with their natural response mechanism and what it takes to rebuild trust in your body again.If you've ever questioned your gut instincts, overanalyzed a decision, or wondered whether you're responding correctly according to your Human Design, this episode will help you reconnect with the wisdom that's already inside you.In This Episode:Why so many Generators and Manifesting Generators struggle to identify their sacral responseHow your defined channels influence the way your sacral communicatesA real-life example of following response through a business opportunityThe difference between sacral response, intuition, and Emotional AuthorityWhy response isn't a one-time event but an ongoing conversation with your bodyHow childhood conditioning disconnects us from our natural decision-making processWhy yes-or-no questions are the fastest way to strengthen your sacral awarenessThe mistake most people make when trying to make aligned decisionsHow Emotional Authority works through your sacral response rather than separately from itWhy quitting isn't failure for Generators and Manifesting GeneratorsKey TakeawayYour Sacral has been speaking to you your entire life.The challenge is that most of us were taught to trust logic, analysis, and other people's opinions long before we were taught to trust our bodies. The journey back to alignment isn't about finding something new. It's about remembering what was there all along.When you begin listening to your sacral response one yes-or-no question at a time, decision-making becomes simpler, clearer, and a whole lot more satisfying.Resources MentionedThe Slight Edge by Jeff OlsonConnect with Vickie DicksonHave a question or insight from this episode?Send Vickie a voice note or connect with her on Instagram at @vickie.dickson.

FIFA Barbarians 26: The World Cup Team FIFA ForgotShould FIFA create a World Cup Barbarians team for future men's and women's tournaments?In this special episode of By Far The Greatest Team, we take one of football's most ridiculous ideas and, naturally, start treating it far more seriously than we probably should.What if FIFA held back one slot at future World Cups for a Barbarians-style football team — a mixed squad made up of players whose nations failed to qualify, players left out of final squads, and the great talents the tournament simply does not get to show?No, not to replace national teams.No, not to steal anyone's place.But to give football's biggest tournament one more story.Welcome to the FIFA Barbarians 26.Using our own selection rules — players must either come from nations that failed to qualify or have been left out by countries that did, with a maximum of three players from any one nation — we build a fantasy squad good enough to make FIFA's marketing department reach for a whiteboard.There are elite goalkeepers denied the stage.There are defenders from Italy, England and beyond.There are midfielders with Premier League power, Champions League class and World Cup heartbreak.There are forwards who would terrify most international back lines.And yes, there is a manager. A very particular manager.We name-drop, argue over, and eventually select from players including Jan Oblak, Donnarumma, Ramsdale, Matty Cash, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Harry Maguire, Alessandro Bastoni, Sandro Tonali, Dominik Szoboszlai, Foden, Palmer, Kvaratskhelia, Bryan Mbeumo, Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Robert Lewandowski, João Pedro and many more.But who actually makes the final XI?Who gets squeezed out by the three-player-per-nation rule?And which manager is trusted to lead football's most chaotic tournament experiment?That is where the fun begins.TakeawaysWhy a World Cup Barbarians team might be a ridiculous idea FIFA should actually take seriouslyHow players from failed nations and major squad snubs could form a genuine elite sideWhy modern football, fantasy football culture and global fandom make this idea more relevant than everThe case for including a Barbarians team in future men's and women's FIFA World CupsThe rules behind our FIFA Barbarians 26 selection processWhy the missing-player pool is much stronger than it first appearsHow the three-player-per-nation rule creates some brutal selection callsAnd why this is not just a fantasy XI — it is a proper football argumentIf you love football history, World Cup debate, fantasy XIs, classic tournament stories, tactical arguments, forgotten stars, cult heroes, and slightly absurd ideas taken far too seriously, this one is for you.Follow By Far The Greatest Team for more football history, legendary teams, forgotten sides, cult heroes, World Cup stories and the search for the greatest football team of all time.If you enjoy these podcasts, please don't forget to subscribe and give us a rating and also tell everyone about them!

Have you ever been so deep in the grind that you forgot to look up and appreciate how far you've actually come?If you're a female entrepreneur who's been hustling hard, chasing goals, and still feeling like something is missing — this episode is for you.In this episode of Keeping it Real, business and mindset coach Gina Keeping shares a powerful perspective shift that took her from head-down hustle mode to truly appreciating the life and business she had already built. And spoiler? That one shift changed everything.Because here's the truth: the way you see your life is the life you experience. And as entrepreneurs, we are so conditioned to focus on what's next that we forget to feel good about what's now.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy your current mindset might be keeping you stuck in a cycle of "never enough"How a single perspective shift can transform how you feel about your business and your lifeThe difference between chasing goals and actually enjoying the processWhy presence and appreciation are not just "soft" concepts — they are powerful business toolsHow to tap into your own inner power and start seeing things differently starting todayThis Episode is For You If…You're a female entrepreneur who feels like you're doing all the things but still not feeling fulfilledYou've been so focused on your goals that you've forgotten to enjoy the journeyYou need a mindset reset that doesn't require a complete overhaul — just a shift in how you're looking at thingsYou're ready to feel more aligned, more present, and more grateful for what you've already createdAbout Gina KeepingGina Keeping is a business and mindset coach for female entrepreneurs who are done with the hustle hangover. On her podcast Keeping it Real, Gina shares weekly mindset shifts, business strategies, and behind-the-scenes lessons to help women build freedom-focused businesses that feel as good as they look.

In this episode of Your Practice Mastered, Richard James and MPS sit down with Entrepreneurial Attorney of the Year finalist Nicole Lavallee and her husband Warren to discuss how their family and real estate law firm rebuilt its intake and sales process after dealing with turnover, missed opportunities, and inconsistent performance.This is a behind-the-scenes conversation about what happens when a law firm owner stops guessing and starts looking at the numbers. Nicole and Warren share how they discovered missed opportunities inside their intake process, why their turnover problem was really a systems problem, and how adding stronger sales leadership helped their firm move from frustration to measurable growth.They also discuss the role of a sales manager, the importance of better onboarding, the challenge of hiring and training intake staff, and why non-attorney salespeople can help attorneys get out of the consult room and back into legal work.In this episode, you will hear:How small law firm owners can find missed revenue inside their intake processWhy your law firm intake team may need a sales manager, not just more staffWhy missed calls and weak follow-up can quietly cost a law firm thousands in lost revenueHow better onboarding helps intake specialists perform with more consistencyWhy non-attorney salespeople can improve law firm consultations and signed casesHow law firm owners can use data to improve set rates and retained casesWhy attorneys should not always be the person responsible for closing new clientsHow to build a stronger client journey from first call to retained caseWhat growing law firms need to understand before hiring intake staff or salespeople◼️Access done-for-you services to recruit, place, onboard, and train team members for your law firm: https://yourpracticemastered.com/nonattorneysales/

In the Season 2 premiere of Innovative Real Estate, the Three Squared team explores Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield's ambitious initiative to deliver 1,000 new single-family homes across the city over the next four years. Drawing from firsthand experience developing housing projects in Detroit, we dive into the realities of navigating permitting, infrastructure, land development, tax incentives, and affordable housing initiatives within the city's evolving development landscape. We also reflect on the broader impact of architecture, planning, and development in shaping sustainable communities throughout Detroit.Episode Highlights:Mayor Mary Sheffield's housing initiativesDetroit's plan to build 1,000 single-family homesThe reality of Detroit's permitting processWhy “builder-ready plans” aren't the full solutionInfrastructure, taxes, and utility challenges developers faceThe importance of Neighborhood Enterprise Zones (NEZ)Affordable housing funding and the Housing Trust FundMultifamily housing vs. long-term neighborhood growthHow architecture and development can strengthen communitiesView the full show notes for Episode 79 HERE.Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the show!Ready to move forward with your project? Contact us here and we will put you in contact with the right member of our team. Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay up to date on new project releases, trainings, and more. 

In this Episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon Stancil and Murs Tariq discuss the difficult but essential topic of what happens financially when a spouse passes away. From understanding Social Security survivor benefits and the widow penalty to navigating Medicare changes, tax planning, and inherited IRA decisions, this conversation highlights why proactive financial planning and estate planning are so important for every surviving spouse. The death of a spouse can create emotional stress and financial confusion, especially when retirement income planning, account access, and beneficiary updates have not been organized ahead of time.Listen in to learn about the most important steps couples should take before tragedy strikes, including creating a financial checklist, organizing documents, simplifying advisors, and preparing a letter to heirs. Radon and Murs explain how a proper retirement checklist and planning retirement strategy can help families avoid unnecessary stress while protecting the surviving spouse financially. If you want to plan for retirement, retire comfortably, and secure your retirement, this episode offers practical guidance for what to do when a spouse dies and how to prepare for life's most difficult transitions.In this episode, find out:How Social Security survivor benefits work when a spouse passes awayWhy the widow penalty can increase taxes and Medicare costs for a surviving spouseThe importance of beneficiary reviews, inherited IRA options, and estate planningHow a letter to heirs and financial checklist can simplify the transition processWhy retirement income planning and organizing financial accounts are critical for a surviving spouseTweetable Quotes:“The last thing you want is for the event to happen, and then you've got someone trying to figure it all out through files and folders during one of the hardest moments of their life.” – Murs Tariq“Both spouses don't have to be the financial gurus, but they both need to see the roadmap.” – Radon StancilResources:If you are in or nearing retirement and you want to gain clarity on what questions you should be asking, learn what the biggest retirement myths are, and identify what you can do to achieve peace of mind for your retirement, get started today by requesting our complimentary video course, Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement!To access the course, simply visit POMWealth.net/podcast.

In this episode we'll talk about:Why most people confuse surrender with giving up when they're not even close to the same thingHow control disguises itself as faith and responsibilityWhy God doesn't want to take your dream — God wants to expand it beyond what your control allowsHow holding on too tightly to the plan actually blocks what God is trying to buildWhat it feels like when you finally release control and let God lead the processWhy the surrendered version of your dream is always fuller than the controlled oneAnd more… CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN

Is trauma stored in the body? Can fascia release heal it? Is there one modality, one practitioner, one magic pill that's finally going to fix you?Short answer: no.I'm Jen Wilson, The Healing Rebel, and this episode is me wading into the conversation (and in some places, the argument) that's playing out across the wellness industry right now. There's a particular kind of marketing happening where practitioners are promising trauma release through fascia work, and there's a particular kind of seeking happening where people are looking for the one thing that'll resolve everything.I want to talk honestly about what's actually going on in your body when you experience trauma, what fascia is and isn't, what touch and movement and breath actually do, and why the "pill for every ill" mentality keeps us stuck.What I cover:Why The Body Keeps the Score has been overtaken by newer thinking (the brain keeps the score, the body is the scorecard)Why two people can go through the same experience and only one comes out traumatisedHow trauma creates patterns of movement, holding, and bracing in your bodyA real client example of how a car collision shaped how she held herself in the driver's seatMy own example of holding patterns after my last Crohn's flare and the 2-year process of unwinding themWhether fascia actually "holds" trauma in any meaningful wayWhy emotional release during bodywork is real but isn't quite what people think it isThe role of touch, movement, and diaphragmatic breath in your body's natural processingWhy your lymphatic system needs breath and movement to do its jobHow tears, sweat, and exhaling breath are part of your body's detoxification processWhy we've been culturally trained out of expressing emotion, and how to retrain ourselvesThe "pill for every ill" mentality and why it keeps us stuckYou are not broken. You don't need to be fixed.A few questions I answer:Is trauma actually stored in the body?Can fascia release heal trauma?Is fascia an organ?Why do I cry during massage or fascia work? the difference between trauma and holding patterns?Why is touch so important for healing?Why does diaphragmatic breath matter for the lymphatic system?This is for anyone who's been on the wellness path long enough to feel exhausted by the constant search for the next thing. There's no one path through. There's only what's right for you.Free download: my Lymphatic Drainage Routine. A simple way to start touching your own body with awareness, getting to know your own physiology, and supporting your natural detoxification process. https://iamjenwilson.thrivecart.com/lymph/If you're in or around Glasgow and want to come in for a treatment, https://iamjenwilson.com/relaxAccess my FREE Posture for Health mini workshop here https://iamjenwilson.thrivecart.com/posture-for-health/Get my book 9 Rules to Sort Your Shit here - https://amzn.to/4eYtVnqRebel and Divine Anarchist hoodies and t-shirts here https://iamjenwilson-2.teemill.com/collection/new/Gut Friendly, Easy Recipe book here https://amzn.to/4gJsGICFor all information on working with me:www.iamjenwilson.comFollow my social channelsSubscribe to my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/iamjenwilsonLike my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/IamJenWilsonFollow me on Instagram https://instagram.com/iam.jenwilson

Understanding the Action Stage of ChangeIn today's episode we continue our Change Is Not Linear series exploring the Stages of Change model developed by James Prochaska and Carlo DiClemente.This episode explores the action stage, the stage where change becomes visible.Action is where people begin actively changing behaviours, creating new routines, interrupting old patterns, and practising a different way of living.But while action can look exciting from the outside, it is often one of the most emotionally vulnerable stages of change.In this episode we explore:Why action is more vulnerable than many people expectThe emotional intensity that often comes with early changeNervous system responses during behaviour changeThe difference between stopping a behaviour and building a new lifeIdentity shifts and becoming someone newRelationship changes and social discomfortWhy consistency matters more than perfectionThe “pink cloud” and what happens when motivation fadesSelf compassion during the change processWhy sustainable change is built through repetition and supportWe also talk about how healing is not about becoming a completely different person overnight, but about practising a new relationship with yourself one choice at a time.This episode is an invitation to honour the courage it takes to take action — especially when change feels uncomfortable, emotional, and uncertain.Journal Prompts & ReflectionWhat new way of being am I currently practising in my life?Am I expecting perfection instead of progress?What support structures help me stay connected to the version of myself I'm becoming?What old coping mechanisms am I still grieving?Where do I need more compassion for myself in the change process?What would it look like to trust that small consistent actions matter more than dramatic transformation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2026, Valentin Binnendijk walked into a software firm and found a product department with almost zero AI experience. Decades of deep engineering knowledge. Near-zero agentic practice. That room is the DACH mid-market, and it tells you the real blocker is not regulation. It is leadership and culture.Valentin co-founded TrekkSoft and STARTUPS.CH and has spent two decades digitising analogue businesses into SaaS. He now builds hyper-lean product teams that ship more with fewer people. In this episode, we get specific about how.We cover:Where vibe coding stops and agentic engineering starts, and why the difference is not the model but the processWhy the bottleneck moved from the engineering team to leadership and product managementThe three-step build after leadership buy-in: extract the knowledge, map the security risk, build a real test suite of thousands of scenariosHow to put agentic transformation on a CFO's P&L, the cost-saving case and the survival caseWhy public markets punished narrow single-use-case software companies with 40 to 50 percent valuation cutsWhere it breaks: talent, unrealistic expectations, and the “can I just buy it” trapThis is a practical conversation for founders, GTM and product leaders at B2B software companies who need to move from talking about AI to operating with it.The host, Marc Gasser, works at the intersection of product and go-to-market.

If it feels like people are taking forever to decide to work with you, this episode is going to show you exactly where the breakdown is happening. In this episode of The Real Truth About Business podcast, I'm breaking down how to shorten your buyer journey without forcing or convincing people into a sale. This is for service-based entrepreneurs who are seeing longer sales cycles, slower conversions, and a frustrating revenue plateau despite consistent lead generation. After 9 years of experience, I can tell you buyers aren't broken and your business isn't failing. The way decisions are being made has shifted. Inside this episode, I walk you through four strategic adjustments you can make in your business strategy, sales process, and pipeline that will help you increase conversion rates and move the right clients through your business faster.What You'll Learn:Why your buyer journey is longer and how to shorten it strategicallyHow to improve your conversion rate without increasing pressureThe role of trust and experience in modern lead generationHow to remove friction from your sales processWhy clarity in your pipeline directly impacts revenue growthHow to focus your business strategy to attract ready-to-buy clientsEpisode Highlights:[00:00] Introduction: Why buyer journeys are longer right now[03:00] The problem with relying only on content for conversions[06:00] Why buyers need to experience you before they decide[10:00] How in-person and live interactions speed up decisions[13:00] Where confusion in your pipeline is costing you sales[16:00] The power of clear next steps and focused strategy[18:30] Speaking to ready buyers vs. convincing the unreadyKey Takeaways:Content Alone Is Not Enough AnymoreHere's what I see constantly. Business owners relying heavily on content and wondering why people aren't converting faster.After 9 years of working with service-based entrepreneurs, I can tell you content attracts. But it rarely closes on its own.Buyers want to see you. Hear you. Experience how you think.If your business strategy is built only on written content or passive consumption, your buyer journey will naturally be longer. That doesn't mean content isn't working. It just means it's only one piece of the pipeline.Buyers Need to Experience You to Make a DecisionWe are operating in a trust-driven market. And trust is built through experience.This is where your sales process needs to evolve.Podcasts, live events, video content, voice notes, workshops, even simple conversations. These are all ways to collapse time in the buyer journey because they allow someone to move from awareness to consideration much faster.Inside the Focused Visionary Framework, this sits right between Pipeline and Sales. If people can experience you sooner, they decide sooner.Confusion Is Killing Your ConversionsOne of the biggest leaks in your pipeline is confusion.If someone doesn't know what to do next, they won't ask. They'll leave.Your job is to make the next step obvious. Not optional. Not hidden. Not layered behind multiple steps.Clear direction speeds up decision-making. Whether that's booking a call, joining a program, or taking a specific action, your sales process needs to remove friction at every stage.More Options Slow Everything DownGiving people too many choices feels helpful, but it creates hesitation.When your offers, messaging, or calls to action are unclear, buyers stall. They don't want to figure it out. They want you to guide them.This is where focused execution matters.The more dialed in your business strategy is, the faster your buyer journey becomes. Because your audience knows exactly what you do, who it's for, and how to move forward.You Can't Speed Up Someone Who Isn't ReadyThis is the part most people avoid.If you're trying to convince someone they have a problem, you're automatically creating a longer buyer journey.The fastest conversions come from people who already know they need help. They're problem-aware. They're actively looking for a solution.Your job is not to convince. It's to position yourself as the right solution.That's where your messaging, your pipeline, and your sales process all come together to support real, sustainable revenue growth.Resources MentionedSubscribe to Back Pocket Insights for FREEBook a CEO Strategy Call Learn more about The Missing Piece IntensiveLearn more about The Focused Visionary AcceleratorDownload the FREE Lead and Conversion TrackerSubscribe to the Sunday Morning Brew NewsletterAbout the Host:Michelle DeNio is a business strategist based in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in helping service-based entrepreneurs break through revenue plateaus using her Focused Visionary Framework. With over 300 podcast episodes and 9 years running her consulting business, she helps coaches, consultants, and service providers scale sustainably through strategic planning, pricing optimization, and sales process development.Connect with MichelleWebsiteThreads Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

Are you sabotaging your move abroad with excuses about why it's not “perfect?” Moving abroad isn't just about the benefits. It's also about the adjustments. Today, I'm talking about the surprisingly emotional “dryer moment” that happens when you realize your dream country isn't perfect… and why that's actually a good thing.In this episode: Why a conversation about clothes dryers in Spain sparked a much bigger realizationThe hidden fear behind “downgrades” like smaller housing, bureaucracy, or different conveniencesHow social media often sells the fantasy of moving abroad without the realityLessons I learned living in China, Georgia, and Spain that made me more resilient and adaptableWhy “better, not perfect” is the mindset that leads to a successful move abroadHow fear and perfectionism can sabotage your decision-making processWhy people who thrive abroad acknowledge the tradeoffs (and move anyway)No country is perfect, including the U.S. The goal isn't to find perfection, it's to find a life that aligns better with your values, priorities, and vision for the future.Subscribe and ReviewIf you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more visionaries who need these insights.

This week's Excess Returns Weekly Wrap looks at what Ian Cassel, Chris Mayer, Jim Paulsen and Elena Khoziaeva can teach investors about stock picking skill, inflation risk, AI, software moats, small caps and market concentration. Jack Forehand and Matt Zeigler break down clips on why elite investors can be wrong almost half the time, why today may not be the 1970s or the 1990s, how AI is affecting software businesses, and why the S&P 500 may be far less diversified than investors think.Topics CoveredWhy great stock pickers can be right only 49% of the time and still generate exceptional returnsThe role of outliers, magnitude and position sizing in long-term investing successJim Paulsen's argument that today's inflation backdrop is very different from the 1970sHow supply shocks, tariffs, commodities and labor force growth shape the inflation outlookBridgeway's research on redefining the small-cap premium by excluding IPOs and fallen large capsWhy vertical market software may be more resilient to AI disruption than horizontal softwareHow the AI boom and new era economy are masking weakness in the rest of the economyWhy the S&P 500 may effectively be driven by fewer than 50 stocks despite having 500 namesWhat management meetings can and cannot add to a stock picker's processWhy patience, conviction and independent business verification may be enduring investing edgesTimestamps00:00 Intro and episode preview05:30 Why outliers drive stock picking returns09:58 Why today's inflation may not be the 1970s17:27 Rethinking the small-cap premium24:11 AI disruption and vertical market software32:04 The AI boom versus the rest of the economy37:04 Why the S&P 500 acts like 46 stocks46:09 What investors can learn from management teams53:32 Why today's tech boom is not the 1990s58:34 Patience, conviction and the last investing edge01:05:32 Closing thoughts and Excess Returns Substack

Have you ever had a moment where English didn't feel like work anymore… it just happened? In this episode, I'm breaking down what that “click” really feels like—because it's not random, and it's not magic. It's a progression.You'll learn the 5 stages English learners move through as fluency becomes more natural: from describing what you see, to summarizing meaning, to giving real opinions, to expressing ideas with vivid comparisons, and finally… blending it all together without thinking.If you've ever felt like you're stuck translating in your head, or like you can understand English but can't be yourself in English yet—this episode will help you recognize what stage you're in, what's supposed to feel hard right now, and what to practice next so you can keep moving forward.What You'll LearnThe 5 stages of the “English finally clicks” processWhy describing is the first real shift away from translationHow summarizing helps you keep up—even when you miss wordsThe stage where English starts sounding like you (not a textbook)How to disagree and give opinions without fearHow conceptualizing makes your English more vivid and memorableWhat it means when the “seams are gone” and you're just talkingHow to practice in a way that leads to Stage 5 naturallyKey Moments / Segment BreakdownStage 1: Describing — English matches real life in real time (quiet surprise)Stage 2: Summarizing — you catch the point instead of every word (relief)Stage 3: Giving opinions — you stop being polite-only and start being real (you return)Stage 4: Conceptualizing — you paint pictures, use comparisons, show personality (delight)Stage 5: Combining fluidly — describing + summarizing + opinion + vivid language in one flow (home)Why Stage 5 isn't a “new skill,” it's a resultHow to know what to practice based on your current stageMindset Shifts“Fluency means perfect sentences” → “Fluency means real-time meaning”“I must catch every word” → “I can understand the point”“English makes me smaller” → “My real voice belongs here too”“I need the exact word” → “I can describe and still be powerful”“The click is sudden” → “The click is built—stage by stage”Practical Takeaways (Try This Today)Stage 1 practice: Narrate what you see for 2 minutes (in your head or out loud).Stage 2 practice: Listen to a short clip and summarize it in 1–2 sentences: “Basically, it's about…”Stage 3 practice: Use one opinion starter daily: “Honestly, I think…” + one reason.Stage 4 practice: Use one comparison a day: “It's like…” / “It felt like…”Stage 5 growth: Don't force mixing—build each stage until it becomes automatic.Listener Reflection QuestionsWhich stage feels most natural for me right now?Where do I still translate the most—in speaking or listening?Do I understand English but struggle to show my personality in it?What's one daily habit I can do for my current stage this week?What would “home” in English look like for me?If you want to sign up for the free English email newsletter, go to https://speakenglishwithtiffani.com/newsletter

Washington and the COP conferences get all the headlines, but some of the most creative and effective climate action in the world is emerging from city halls — and Denver's Office of Climate Action is one of the best examples of what's possible.This week, Molly zooms in on the Mile High City as she talks with Chelsea Warren, Marketing and Communications Manager for Denver's Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency. Chelsea has spent years building one of the country's most effective city-level climate communications programs, making the case that local government is where climate action gets real.We talk about:Why local government is the frontline of climate action, and why local action matters more than everHow Denver used the rollback of federal climate policies to motivate voters to fund local climate initiatives like solar, e-bike rebates, heat pump programs, and moreUsing the science of behavioral change to effectively promote climate actionGoodwill pop-ups, ice cream collaborations, and other non-traditional ways Denver activated around a climate campaign, and delivered 128 million impressions in the processWhy financial incentives and positive social comparison beat education every time when it comes to motivating climate actionThe perception gap: most people wildly underestimate how many of their neighbors care about climate actionHow effective, human-centered storytelling can combat pessimism and inactionThe co-benefits frame: reaching people through health, savings, and quality of life, not just the environmentLinks:Denver's Office of Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency: https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Climate-Action-Sustainability-and-ResiliencyThe Denver Climate Project: https://www.denvergov.org/Community/Denver-Climate-ProjectAll episodes: https://www.everybodyinthepool.com/Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/2EsDhwQC2zSubscribe to the Everybody in the Pool newsletter: https://www.mollywood.co/Become a member for the ad-free version of the show: https://everybodyinthepool.supercast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're waiting to “get through” the messy middle of your business, this episode is going to completely reframe how you think about growth. In this episode of The Real Truth About Business podcast, I'm breaking down why the middle is not a phase you escape but the reality of building a sustainable service-based business. This is for service-based entrepreneurs who feel stuck in a revenue plateau, frustrated that things feel inconsistent, messy, or harder than they should. After 9 years of experience, I can tell you the middle is where your real business strategy is built. Inside this episode, I walk you through the different seasons of business growth, how to identify where you are, and what to actually focus on so you can navigate this stage instead of trying to rush past it.What You'll Learn:Why the “messy middle” never actually ends in a service-based businessThe three seasons of business growth and how to identify yoursHow to tell if you've outgrown your current business strategyWhy revenue plateaus often signal a need for strategic changeHow to adjust your pricing strategy, pipeline, and sales processWhy doing less (not more) is key to sustainable business growthEpisode Highlights:[00:00] Introduction: Why the middle is the reality of business growth[03:00] The myth of “getting through” the messy middle[06:00] The three seasons: growth, smooth sailing, and hard seasons[10:00] Signs you've outgrown your current strategy[14:00] Why most business owners stay reactive instead of strategic[18:00] How to evaluate pricing, pipeline, and sales[21:00] Why doing less creates more revenue growthKey Takeaways:The Middle Is the BusinessHere's what I see constantly. Business owners thinking they're going to “get through” the messy middle and finally arrive at a place where everything feels easy.After 9 years of working with service-based entrepreneurs, I can tell you that's not how business works. The middle doesn't end unless you exit your business.The middle is the business.What actually changes are the seasons within it. Sometimes things feel smooth. Sometimes they feel messy. Sometimes they feel really hard. But none of those mean something is wrong.They mean something is shifting.There Are Seasons, Not StagesNot all “messy middle” experiences are the same. You're either in a growth season, a smooth season, or a hard season.Growth seasons feel exciting but chaotic. You're saying yes to opportunities, evolving your offers, and expanding your visibility. This is where a lot of repositioning and strategic planning happens.Smooth seasons feel stable. Revenue is consistent. Your sales process is working. But this is also where people get complacent and stop building their pipeline.Hard seasons feel heavy. Sales slow down. Your strategies stop working. This is where most people panic and assume they're doing something wrong.You're not. You're just in a different season.Feeling “Messy” Usually Means You've Outgrown Your StrategyIf things feel off, it's not random. It's data.Most of the time, that messy feeling is a signal that your current business strategy no longer fits where you are. Your pricing strategy might be outdated. Your lead generation might not be aligned with your next level. Your sales process might need to evolve.Inside the Focused Visionary Framework, this is where Pricing, Pipeline, and Sales all come back into focus.You don't need to burn everything down. You need to adjust.More Is Not the SolutionThis is where most people go wrong. When things feel messy, they add more.More content. More offers. More tactics.But if you're already at capacity or sitting in a revenue plateau, adding more is exactly what keeps you stuck.The real work at this stage is subtraction. Removing what no longer works. Getting clear on what actually drives revenue growth. Making strategic decisions based on facts, not emotion.Your Job Is to Navigate, Not EscapeThe goal is not to get out of the middle. It's to get better at navigating it.That means understanding your numbers. Paying attention to your pipeline. Adjusting your sales process. Making decisions that align with where you're going, not where you've been.Every new level of business growth brings a new version of the middle.That's not failure. That's how you scale.Resources MentionedSubscribe to Back Pocket Insights for FREEBook a CEO Strategy Call Learn more about The Missing Piece IntensiveLearn more about The Focused Visionary AcceleratorDownload the FREE Lead and Conversion TrackerSubscribe to the Sunday Morning Brew NewsletterAbout the Host:Michelle DeNio is a business strategist based in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in helping service-based entrepreneurs break through revenue plateaus using her Focused Visionary Framework. With over 300 podcast episodes and 9 years running her consulting business, she helps coaches, consultants, and service providers scale sustainably through strategic planning, pricing optimization, and sales process development.Connect with MichelleWebsiteThreads Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

Recruitment Storytelling: Secrets Every Hiring Manager Must Know  | Denise Chaffin #recruitmentstrategy #talentacquisition #hiringtipsHiring is not only about filling roles. It is about telling the right story to the right candidate at the right time. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ In this episode, I sit down with Denise Chaffin, founder of Top Source Talent, to break down what separates average recruiters from top performers. With decades of experience, she shares how recruiting has changed and what still works today.We talk about how storytelling helps attract better candidates, why candidate experience matters more than ever, and what companies often get wrong in hiring. Denise also explains the real challenges behind negotiation, retention, and building strong hiring strategies.You will learn:What makes a great recruiterHow to improve your hiring processWhy storytelling is key in recruitmentHow to attract and retain top talentIf you want to improve your recruitment strategy and hire smarter, this conversation will give you practical insights you can apply right away.Links from this episode:Get to know more about Steven Swan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swangroup Get to know more about Denise Chaffin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisechaffin Check out Denise's podcast: https://topsourcetalentllc.com/podcast 

Ashanti sits down with Clyde Cole, Principal of Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School, to explore identity, leadership, education, and the masks school leaders wear.Clyde reflects on his journey as the child of immigrants, his 35 years in education, and the classroom moment that shaped his calling. He also shares how calm leadership, transparency, and emotionally safe adults can help young men build trust and move beyond the mask.A powerful conversation for educators, school leaders, mentors, and anyone committed to helping young people feel seen.In this episode:The masks Ashanti and Clyde wear as educators and leadersWhy calm leadership can sometimes be misunderstood as not caringHow transparency helps students, families, and staff trust the decision-making processWhy young men need vocabulary to express what they are carryingThe fifth-grade teacher who changed Clyde's life by choosing elevation over punishmentWhy educators should look for opportunities to lift students up, even in disruptive momentsHow Cristo Rey Brooklyn supports students through academics, work-study, service, and community partnershipTimestamps:00:01 Welcome and introduction00:44 Clyde's background, identity, and Brooklyn roots02:26 Leading Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School04:48 Ashanti shares his educator mask08:32 Clyde shares his mask as a leader13:42 Calm leadership in difficult moments15:54 Using transparency to build trust19:14 The deeper work of education21:19 Helping young men move beyond the mask23:01 Giving young men language for their emotions26:17 Creating spaces for emotional risk-taking27:48 Why students need safe adults30:59 The teacher who changed Clyde's path32:28 Elevating students instead of punishing them36:19 Clyde's five domains of school leadership37:44 Academic leadership39:01 Cultural leadership40:01 Organizational leadership41:22 Team leadership42:28 Interpersonal leadership45:35 Cristo Rey Brooklyn's work-study model46:24 How to support Cristo Rey Brooklyn students48:21 Closing reflections and mask invitationResources & Links Mentioned:Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School: https://www.cristoreybrooklyn.org/ Faculty & Staff / Clyde Cole: https://www.cristoreybrooklyn.org/faculty-and-staffConnect with Clyde ColeWebsite: https://www.cristoreybrooklyn.org/ Email: ccole@cristoreybrooklyn.orgJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode Ideas, Email us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #EmotionalSafety #MaleEducators #AuthenticLeadership #SchoolLeadership #CristoReyBrooklyn #YoungMenMatter #BehindTheMask #EducatorWellbeing

What if the key to enjoying summer isn't just flexibility, but planning ahead?In this episode of Life of And, Tiffany explains how planning early can turn summer chaos into clarity. After years of scrambling, she learned that the secret wasn't doing more, it was being intentional with the summer calendar. Tiffany shares how asking the right questions, setting priorities, and creating clear agreements with the family can reduce stress and make the summer enjoyable.She highlights how to avoid burnout by organizing childcare, prioritizing family activities, and setting boundaries. Tiffany also offers tips on getting kids involved in meal planning and ensuring there's enough unstructured time. By planning ahead, you can reclaim your time and focus on moments that truly matter.What You'll LearnHow to plan summer logistics ahead of timeWhy setting priorities is key to enjoying your summerHow to engage your family in the planning processWhy creating a visible summer schedule helps avoid chaosTimestamps:(00:00) Intro(00:35) Avoid working mom summer panic with preparation(02:06) Create a logistics coverage plan for childcare(05:06) Set family priorities and define summer activities(07:08) Understand why priorities matter for a successful summer(10:41) Make your plan visible with a family calendar(13:14) Solve the summer food dilemma by planning meals(16:08) Prep your home base for a smooth summer(18:44) Plan as a team and work together(19:53) Get a final pep talk before summer beginsLove this episode? Tiffany has been helping working parents crush summer for years. Dive deeper with these fan favorites: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR2Wi9I1-pzm56Avg23T9H6K2wCEb--V8&si=KVgYn4p0sWxo9EyY Episode 129: Crush Your Summer: 3 Tips for Balancing Your Career and Family FunEpisode 197: 5 Tips to Help Working Parents Crush Summer BreakEpisode 264: A Working Parent's Guide to Navigating SummerEpisode 266: Summer Survival Systems for the Whole Family Episode 268: Less Chaos, More Protein: Tiffany's Summer Food Game PlanFor more from Tiffany:Follow Tiffany on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.sauderLearn More: https://www.tiffanysauder.com Ready to build your own Life of And? Explore the program: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/Program Check out the apps and sponsor of this episode: Created in partnership with Share Your Genius www.shareyourgenius.com Learn more about First Internet Bank: https://www.tiffanysauder.com/First-Internet-Bank

In this episode of Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, we explore a powerful truth: understanding something isn't the same as changing your life. “Aha moments” can feel inspiring—but without action, nothing actually changes. This episode breaks down how to move from insight to consistent, measurable growth.In this episode, you'll learn:Why insight alone doesn't create real changeHow to turn reflection and discovery into actionable plansThe importance of tracking your efforts—even when you failWhy others may not see your growth if it isn't visibleHow to use failure as part of a repeatable growth processWhy writing down your discoveries and plans leads to better resultsYou'll also learn how modeling your growth process—especially in relationships and families—can create deeper trust, understanding, and connection.These teachings are rooted in gospel-centered principles and are designed to help individuals strengthen their relationships, develop self-mastery, and grow through consistent, intentional effort.This podcast is created by individuals who strive to live by the principles taught in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and apply them in practical, life-changing ways.

The diagnostic framework that 20 years of affiliate program management built - and why most programs are not broken, just badly diagnosed.If your affiliate program is underperforming and you are not sure where to start, this episode will change how you think about the problem. No guest, no interview, just Lee-Ann, her two decades of affiliate marketing experience across e-commerce, SaaS, B2B, retail and iGaming, and the step-by-step framework she uses with clients to diagnose exactly what is wrong and what to fix first. This is one of those episodes you will want to listen to with a document open and a pen in hand.Talking Points Include:Why fixing everything at once is the fastest way to fix nothing -- the triage mindset borrowed from medicine that stops affiliate managers from burning through resources on the wrong problems at the wrong timeThe five vital signs of an affiliate program and how to read them -- from active partner rate to communication cadence, the diagnostic checks that give you a clear picture of program health before you touch a single commission rateThe four root causes behind almost every underperforming affiliate program -- and why each one requires a completely different prescriptionListen to Find Out More About:The efficiency logic behind why one focused priority per month beats a 20-point action plan every timeHow to use conversion rate by partner type to spot traffic that looks good on paper but is costing you moneyThe void and reversal rate threshold that signals something is seriously wrong with either traffic quality or your returns processWhy tracking problems are the silent killer of affiliate programs, and the one test you should run this week if you cannot remember when you last did itThe three honest truths Lee-Ann shares at the end of the episode that rarely get said out loud in affiliate marketingKey Segments of This Podcast and Where You Can Tune In to Go Direct:[01:00] Why most underperforming affiliate programs are not broken, just badly diagnosed, and the triage mindset that changes how you approach a fix[04:14] The five vital signs of affiliate program health and how to read each one using data you already have access to[13:25] The four root causes behind underperformance and the specific prescription for each one[18:08] How to build a triage action plan using the one priority, one metric, four weeks rule[21:49] The three hard truths about affiliate programs that do not get said often enough, and what acting on them actually looks likeCall to ActionIf this episode gave you a clearer picture of what is holding your program back, the next step is making sure you have the right support around you. The KonverJ Agency works with affiliate program managers and brands who are ready to stop guessing and start building programs that perform. Find out how we can help at Konverj.io and start the conversation.Send me a text with your questions

In this powerful episode, Dr. Vaughn unpacks the truth about inflammation, pain, bloating, coffee, and fatigue from a biblical and root-cause perspective.You'll learn:What inflammation actually is and why it's not the enemyHow pain and inflammation are part of God's intelligent design to warn us and start the healing processWhy chronic issues like stomach pain, gut problems, headaches, and joint pain are warning lights—like a “check engine” light on your carThe difference between inflammation vs. bloating, and what bloating often reveals about gut microbial imbalancesHidden root causes of ongoing painWhy simply masking symptoms with pain medications can lead to deeper problems (and the real risks of common OTC drugs)How everyday habits—especially coffee, diet, and sedentary lifestyle—can quietly drive inflammation and painWhat fatigue and low energy have to do with your mitochondria, sunlight, and key nutrients How aligning with God's original design supports whole-body healingIf you've been dealing with ongoing pain, bloating, or exhaustion and haven't found answers, this episode will help you rethink inflammation as a signal from a loving Designer, not just a problem to suppress.To find out how we can help you on your health journey, book a free 15-minute Discovery Call with one of our New Client Coordinators! Click the link: https://www.spiritofhealthkc.com/discoverycallFor more health tips and information visit: https://www.spiritofhealthkc.com/To buy natural health supplements visit: http://store.spiritofhealthkc.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpiritofHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritofhealthkc/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/spiritofhealthkc/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwRcNSxR3kMYi9wP8OmxlQQ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7yfBBUjWKk3yJ3auK71O7H?si=295c77ed21f14568&nd=1&dlsi=af01c00121ed4aed

He spent years managing luxury restaurants in Los Angeles and London. Then he walked into a recruiting office with zero industry knowledge — and became one of Europe's top billing recruiters. Jean-Louis-Philippe Girardet (JLP) didn't just cross industries. He rewired how recruiting gets done.

If you're setting revenue goals and still not hitting them, this episode is going to hit home. In this episode of The Real Truth About Business podcast, I'm breaking down one of the most overlooked pieces of business strategy that directly impacts your revenue growth: your conversion rate. This is for service-based entrepreneurs who are doing the marketing, showing up consistently, and still feeling stuck at a revenue plateau. After 9 years of experience, I can tell you this is rarely a marketing problem. It's a data problem. Specifically, not knowing your numbers. Inside this episode, I walk you through how to calculate your conversion rate, how it impacts your lead generation and sales process, and how to actually use it to plan like a CEO instead of guessing. This is where strategic planning meets real data so you can finally create a business that makes sense on paper and in practice.What You'll Learn:How to calculate your conversion rate across different stages of your sales processWhy your revenue plateau might actually be a math problem, not a marketing problemHow to reverse engineer your business strategy using real conversion dataThe difference between pipeline conversion rates and sales conversion ratesWhy lead source, offer type, and client readiness impact your conversion rateHow to use conversion rate to set realistic revenue growth goalsEpisode Highlights:[00:00] Introduction: Why conversion rate is the most overlooked number in your business[02:20] The truth about “big launches” and misleading conversion comparisons[04:40] Breaking down a real example: 30% conversion rate and hitting client goals[07:00] Understanding your pipeline and how many leads you actually need[11:45] How to calculate conversion rate and why it varies by offer and source[18:50] How to review your data and plan your next quarter like a CEO[25:50] Using conversion rate to shift from reactive operator to strategic CEOKey Takeaways:It's Not a Marketing Problem. It's a Math Problem.Here's what I see constantly. Business owners doing all the lead generation activities and still stuck. After 9 years of working with service-based entrepreneurs, the issue is rarely visibility. It's that there's no connection between your numbers and your goals. Your conversion rate tells you exactly what's happening inside your business. It shows you whether your pipeline can actually support your revenue targets or if you're setting yourself up to hit a wall.When you understand your conversion rate, you stop guessing. You stop relying on what worked for someone else. You start making decisions based on data. That's real business strategy.Your Pipeline, Pricing, and Sales Are All ConnectedInside the Focused Visionary Framework, we look at three core pillars: Pricing, Pipeline, and Sales. Conversion rate sits right in the middle of Pipeline and Sales. It tells you how effectively you're moving people from awareness to decision.If your conversion rate from call to client is 30%, and you want six clients, you need 20 calls. That's not subjective. That's math. Then the next question becomes: how many leads do you need to generate those 20 calls? That's where your pipeline comes in.When you start working backward like this, your business growth becomes predictable. You can see exactly where the gap is. More leads, better nurturing, or stronger sales conversations.Not All Conversion Rates Are Created EqualThis is where most people get it wrong. They assume they have one universal conversion rate. That's not how it works. Your conversion rate changes based on your offer, your lead source, and where someone is in your pipeline.A referral is going to convert higher than a cold lead. A one-to-one sales call will convert differently than a webinar. Warm leads in the consideration phase behave differently than people who just became aware of you.When you lump everything together, you lose clarity. When you separate it, you gain control. And that's how you start making strategic decisions that actually move the needle.CEO-Level Planning Starts with DataIf you want to get out of operator mode, this is the shift. You have to look at your business through facts, not feelings. Your conversion rate gives you the ability to set realistic goals, adjust your strategy, and decide where to focus your time.Sometimes the answer is better nurturing. Sometimes it's building your pipeline. Sometimes it's refining your sales process. But you won't know which one unless you're tracking the data.This is how you create sustainable revenue growth. Not by doing more. By doing what actually works.Resources MentionedBook a CEO Strategy Call Learn more about The Missing Piece IntensiveLearn more about The Focused Visionary AcceleratorJoin Back Pocket InsightsDownload the FREE Lead and Conversion TrackerSubscribe to the Sunday Morning Brew NewsletterAbout the Host:Michelle DeNio is a business strategist based in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in helping service-based entrepreneurs break through revenue plateaus using her Focused Visionary Framework. With over 300 podcast episodes and 9 years running her consulting business, she helps coaches, consultants, and service providers scale sustainably through strategic planning, pricing optimization, and sales process development.Connect with MichelleWebsiteThreads Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

On this episode of The Pure Athlete Podcast, the guys sit down with Kaden Elliss of the Atlanta Falcons (signed with New Orleans Saints a week after this recording) for a powerful conversation that goes far beyond football.Kaden shares his incredible journey—from being overlooked in recruiting and chasing a dream at quarterback, to carving out a career in the NFL through grit, faith, and relentless belief. But what truly defines his story is family. Growing up in a household of 12, with seven adopted siblings, Kaden opens up about how adoption shaped his identity, his values, and his purpose.Brought to you by Promise 686 (promise686.org), an organization dedicated to placing vulnerable children into safe, loving homes, this episode dives deep into:The life-changing impact of adoption and what “family” really meansNavigating doubt, setbacks, and the recruiting processWhy multi-sport athletes have an edge (and why specialization can hurt development)Faith under pressure—and representing your beliefs in the heat of competitionLessons from the NFL on leadership, discipline, and consistencyThis is more than a football story—it's a conversation about purpose, perspective, and the people who shape who we become.

A political firestorm is brewing in Virginia after controversial mailers invoking Jim Crow imagery began circulating in the debate over the state's redistricting referendum. The mailer — which referenced one of the darkest chapters in American history — has sparked outrage, accusations of racial manipulation, and major questions about who is behind the campaign.On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, Arrington breaks down the controversy surrounding the anti-redistricting flyer reportedly tied to a former Hampton Republican delegate. Was this a legitimate political message… or a reckless use of history meant to inflame voters?Arrington dives into:The backstory behind the Jim Crow mailerWho is allegedly responsible for the campaignThe political battle over Virginia's redistricting processWhy this issue has sparked such strong reactions across the political spectrumWhether invoking Jim Crow in modern political messaging crosses a line

Why does business growth stall when the founder is doing all the sales?Many professionals build successful businesses but eventually hit a ceiling because they are responsible for every sales conversation. When the founder is the one closing deals, growth only happens when that person has time to sell.Sales strategist and CEO of Gain The Edge, Jim Padilla explains how founders can stop being the sales bottleneck by turning sales into a system. He shares the story of a functional medicine doctor whose practice was stuck because the founder handled most of the sales calls. After redesigning the sales process and moving key parts of the conversation to the team, the business was able to keep growing and scale toward a ten-million-dollar practice.Jim also explains why marketing alone cannot replace a sales system and why many experts overwhelm prospects with too much information. By simplifying the sales journey and building a clear process, businesses can continue to grow without relying on the founder to close every deal.What You'll Learn:Why founder-led sales become a bottleneck to growthWhy marketing cannot replace a sales systemHow identity-based selling improves communicationThe Revenue Map that creates a predictable sales processWhy experts overwhelm prospects during sales conversationsHow founders turn sales into a system the team can runConnect with Jim Padilla:Connect with Jim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimpadilla/Learn more about Jim's sales systems and resources:https://www.gaintheedgenow.com/Watch Jim's sales training videos on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@jimpadillawinningsales/videosResources:Connect with IanDownload a Tackle Box!Supercharge your marketing and grow your business with video case stories today!Subscribe to the YouTube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the things I talk about a lot on this show is how much writing we discover we have to do when we start our businesses. Nobody warns you about this. You get excited about your thing — your coaching, your expertise, your offer — and then you realize that getting people to know you exist requires words. Everywhere. All the time. And most of us, when that hits, immediately decide we're not writers.That's exactly why I wanted to bring Terri Trespicio on the show.Terri is someone I spotted from across a room before I ever officially met her — days before the pandemic, at a Luminary event in New York City — and I was instantly obsessed. If you don't know Terri yet, she's the author of Unfollow Your Passion, her TEDx Talk has been viewed over 8 million times, and she is one of the most compelling, funny, and genuinely wise people I know when it comes to helping people find and use their voice. Years of persistence (and a few missed Instagram DMs) later, we're actual friends. And this conversation did not disappoint.Here's what I want you to really hear before you press play: the reason you think you can't write? It's not the truth. It's conditioning. And Terri explains it in a way that I think is going to genuinely change how you see yourself.We got into why writing feels so hard for so many of us, and why it has almost nothing to do with whether you're "a writer." We talked about the inner critic, what's really going on when you stare at a blank page, and the sneaky ways we try to outsource the one thing we actually can't. We also got into AI, templates, and what it really means to show up consistently for your audience in a way that actually sounds like you.If you've been avoiding the blank page or struggling to find your voice in your business, this one is going to feel like a deep exhale.Listen to this episode to find out:What's really behind your resistance to writing (it's not what you think)Why outsourcing your writing might be costing you more than it's saving youThe mindset shift that makes content creation feel less like a grindWhat Terri means when she says creativity is weather — not lightningHow to use AI without losing your voice in the processWhy templates might actually be working against you

What actually helps a student stand out to Ivy League admissions officers?In this episode, Steve Gardner sits down with Bilal Kharrat, a Yale student and student ambassador in the Yale Undergraduate Admissions Office, to discuss what makes a college application truly compelling.Bilal shares his journey from Texas to Yale, including being admitted to Yale, Harvard, Princeton, and the University of Pennsylvania, and explains why Yale ultimately felt like the right fit. The conversation explores how students can communicate their values, experiences, and intellectual curiosity in a way that resonates with admissions readers.Steve and Bilal also discuss the upcoming Supplemental Essay Workshop, where students will analyze real essays from successful applicants and learn how strong activities and meaningful experiences translate into powerful application narratives.In this episode, you'll learn:How Bilal approached the college admissions processWhy he ultimately chose Yale over other Ivy League optionsWhat admissions readers are actually looking for in student essaysWhy authentic intellectual curiosity matters more than trying to look “impressive”How meaningful activities translate into compelling supplemental essaysThis conversation offers an insider perspective from both a Yale student and admissions office ambassador, helping students and families better understand what selective colleges value.To register, go to https://www.theivyleaguechallenge.com/college-essay-workshop

In this special edition of the Prevention Leaders Podcast, Dave sits down with his good friends Nicole Augustine and Rikki Barton to unpack the Prevention Core Competencies curriculum—why it was created, what gaps it fills in the prevention workforce, and why it's not just for “prevention professionals,” but for anyone who cares about building safer, healthier communities.They dig into what's inside the training (in-person and virtual), how the curriculum supports workforce development and prevention advocacy, and why the Train-the-Trainer (ToT) experience is intentionally different than most ToTs in the field—especially with a big emphasis on facilitation skills and classroom management.They also explore the “social entrepreneur” angle: how becoming a certified trainer can build local capacity and create sustainable revenue streams for individuals, agencies, and organizations.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why Prevention Core Competencies exists (and what it adds beyond SAPST + Ethics)The origin story: SAMHSA, the PTTCs, and the development/pilot processWhy this curriculum is for both prevention professionals and community membersHow the training strengthens prevention “why” and helps communities choose more effective strategiesIn-person vs virtual delivery: why they're not interchangeable (and why that matters)What makes this ToT different (hybrid approach + real facilitation skill-building)Practical classroom management: navigating over-talkers, over-sharers, disengaged participants, and resistance3How the curriculum can support workforce development, advocacy, and communication with decision-makersThe entrepreneurship and sustainability angle: offering the training, charging appropriately, and building ROIFuture Proof + intrapreneurship: creating new revenue streams inside prevention organizationsLinks & ResourcesRegister for the May 2026 Prevention Core Competencies ToTContact NicoleContact RikkiNicole's book Be Great (Amazon)

By the time you submit a proposal, you've already invested significant time and resources.So why do so many proposals still fail?In this episode of Revenue Leaders, we break down what makes a winning proposal — from clearly articulating the problem statement to mapping current state, future state, and enabling buyers to move forward confidently.You'll learn:Why proposals often stall at the final stageHow to structure a proposal that winsThe importance of personalizationHow to reduce friction in the buying processWhy buyer enablement increases win ratesIf you work in B2B sales, SaaS, professional services, or revenue leadership, this episode will help you close more deals with better proposals.⭐ Unlock free resources (templates, frameworks & prompts):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://coachpilot.beehiiv.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the community & access 157+ templates, frameworks and mega AI prompts used by top revenue teams.Watch Full Episode on YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@revenueleaders⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/davidfastuca/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

There comes a moment in every growth journey when you realize the problem isn't a lack of information… it's a lack of implementation.In this episode, I'm sharing the honest truth about being called on my own excuses. On my body recomposition journey, I had to face something uncomfortable: I wanted results, but I didn't fully want surrender. I wanted progress, but I was still negotiating with the plan. I wanted transformation, but I was protecting my ego.The breakthrough didn't come from working harder. It came from getting humble.We're talking about:The difference between asking for advice and actually applying itWhy ego often disguises itself as independenceHow accountability accelerates growthWhat changed when I stopped tweaking the plan and started trusting the processWhy obedience to the goal matters more than motivationThis conversation goes beyond fitness. It touches marriage, business, healing, leadership, and what it truly means to grow — especially as a woman over 50.Healing over 50 requires honesty. It requires letting old versions of ourselves die. It requires surrender.And sometimes, being called on your own bullshit is the greatest gift you'll ever receive.This episode is the springboard into a new series on what it means to be healing, evolving, and choosing differently in this season of life. Reflection QuestionsWhere am I asking for help but resisting correction?What version of me needs to die for my next level to live?Am I protecting my comfort more than I'm pursuing my growth?Who have I not fully trusted because I still want control? Key TakeawaysAccountability is alignment, not weakness.Growth requires implementation, not just inspiration.Ego is often fear dressed up as confidence.Discipline feels better than regret.It's never too late to evolve. Series IntroductionThis episode begins a new series exploring Healing Over 50 — the mindset shifts, ego deaths, boundaries, body changes, spiritual maturity, and personal evolution that come with choosing growth in this season.Because healing at this stage isn't about becoming someone new.It's about becoming honest.Dr. Jeaudine Hill of JBH Medical Episode link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/851650/episodes/16545216-patient-centered-healthcare-with-jbh-medical.mp3?download=trueStay Connected:Follow me on Instagram & Threads: @thenotoriouspldbWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewelldonelifepameladavis1928 Learn more about The Well Done Life: @thewelldonelifepodcastListen to past episodes on all streaming platforms.Thank you for listening. Text me your feedback. I really appreciate you!

In this episode, I'm sharing a deeper look into what actually helps blood sugar heal - especially for those dealing with hypoglycemia, weight loss resistance, anxiety, and feeling stuck in “low-carb purgatory.”This conversation comes from a Blood Sugar Mastery coaching call, where we explore why healing often requires doing the opposite of what we've been taught: eating more often, slowing down, reducing restriction, and prioritizing safety in the body over control.I talk about why weight loss and hypoglycemia often clash, why forcing restriction can keep symptoms alive, and how the body only lets go of weight when it feels safe enough to do so.We also dive into the emotional and nervous-system side of metabolic health — how fear, urgency, and micromanagement can keep the body in a stress response, and why addressing the mind-body connection is essential for lasting healing.In This Episode, We Cover:Why hypoglycemia and weight loss often feel at odds with each otherHow eating more (not less) can be part of healing blood sugarWhy the body holds on to weight when it doesn't feel safeWhat “low-carb purgatory” is — and why it feels so awfulThe difference between fear-driven restriction and therapeutic ketosisWhy ketosis must be approached slowly and intentionally for hypoglycemicsHow macronutrient balance can support stable energy, mood, and sleepThe importance of minerals, digestion, and fat tolerance during healingHow fear, perfectionism, and people-pleasing show up in chronic health issuesWhy micromanaging food, carbs, and protocols can increase stress instead of healingHow emotional safety and self-trust change the healing processWhy symptoms can sometimes be the body “speaking” or setting boundariesBook a call with me to learn more about the program: https://calendly.com/daniellehamiltonhealth/discoverycall Enroll today! https://dhhealth.showitpreview.com/blood-sugar-mastery STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:

ABOUT THE EPISODE:If you've been waiting for the right moment to bring up the idea of getting your young adult some support, and you're not sure how to do it without blowing up every landmine between you, this episode is for you. Joanna Lilley, therapeutic consultant and host of the podcast Success is Subjective, is back on Hopestream, and she's pulling back the curtain on what it actually looks like to help a young adult move toward help. Joanna works exclusively with the 18 to 29 crowd, and her approach is deceptively simple: meet them where they are, agenda-free, not where your fear wants them to be.What makes Joanna's process so potent is the way it preserves a young adult's agency at every step. There's no attempt at maneuvering them into a decision or finding the magic words that finally crack them open. It's about creating the conditions where they feel like the architect of what comes next, and why that buy-in matters more than the program itself. Joanna also gets real about what she's seeing shift in the treatment landscape right now, including why young adults are staying longer in programs, how the complexity of what's showing up has changed dramatically, and what questions parents actually need to be asking before you commit to anything.When you listen, you'll learn:Why some young adults may have a deeply distorted picture of what treatment looks like, and how to gently disrupt that narrative without pushing them further awayHow Joanna structures her first conversation with a young adult so it feels like a genuine exchange rather than a formal ‘intake' processWhy giving your young adult the choice of who to work with matters just as much as the choice of where to goWhy it's wise to start the ‘what might treatment look like' process before you think you need to and what it might cost you if you waitEPISODE RESOURCES:Joanna Lilley (Lilley Consulting) websiteJoanna on Hopestream podcast episode #208 Joanna on Hopestream podcast episode #39This podcast is part of a nonprofit called Hopestream CommunityGet our free, 4-video course, Hope Starts Here, and access to our Limited Membership hereLearn about The Stream, our private online community for momsFind us on Instagram hereWatch the podcast on YouTube hereDownload a free e-book, Worried Sick: A Compassionate Guide For Parents When Your Teen or Young Adult Child Misuses Drugs and AlcoholHopestream Community is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and an Amazon Associate. We may make a small commission if you purchase from our links.

In this episode, Lauren Lewis sits down with Angela Hall, PhD, CFP, Senior Advisor at Note Advisors, for a refreshing and honest conversation about financial literacy, career pivots, and making money conversations less scary, and a lot more human. Angela shares her nontraditional path into finance, starting her career in biology and education before finding her calling as a financial advisor. With more than 15 years of experience, a PhD in Leadership and Policy, and a passion for teaching, Angela has built a career around helping individuals, families, and business owners truly understand their finances, not just manage them. Together, Lauren and Angela discuss: The pain points of switching careers and trusting the processWhy financial literacy is missing and desperately needed How intimidation keeps people from asking financial questions Making finance approachable through education, humor, and real-life examples Helping women feel confident in financial decision-making Supporting business owners with employee retention and benefits Why financial wellness matters just as much as compensation Navigating TikTok advice, AI, and misinformation around money The importance of trust, accessibility, and long-term relationships Angela also shares how she works closely with HR leaders and business owners to support employees through education, retirement planning, and real-world financial challenges, meeting people where they are, without judgment. This episode is packed with insight, warmth, and practical wisdom for anyone who's ever felt overwhelmed by money conversations or wondered if they were “behind.” 

AI can be an incredible business tool - but if you're not careful, it can quietly make your content sound just like everyone else's. In this episode, Kendra shares her honest experience of relying heavily on AI after becoming a mom, why she pulled back, and the growing backlash against obvious AI-generated content online.She explains why copy-and-paste AI writing is hurting brand trust, how audiences can instantly spot robotic messaging, and why your opinions, personality, and lived experience matter more than ever. You'll learn how to use AI as a support tool without letting it dilute your voice, your authority, or your connection with your audience.If you want to stand out in a sea of generic content and build a business that still feels human in the age of automation, this episode is your wake-up call. What We Cover in This Episode:The real challenges of balancing life and business while using AIWhy AI content is everywhere right now and why people are starting to push backThe uncertainty around what AI means for the future of coaching and online marketingHow using AI the wrong way can actually hurt your business and credibilityWhy AI should support your opinions, not replace your voiceHow to train AI tools and properly edit what they produceSmart, ethical ways to use AI in your content creation processWhy your humanity is still your biggest advantage in the age of AI  Resources mentioned:Ep. 314: What Does NOT Work on Social Media Anymore (and what does in 2026)Apply for HCA: https://go.kendraperry.net/apply-hca  Leave the podcast a 5-star review: https://ratethispodcast.com/wealthy

Angel Hacker has worked in nearly every profit center in powersports; sales floor, fixed ops, GM leadership, OEM (Polaris), Harley marketing + BDC buildout, and now aftermarket sales leadership at SBS Friction (Brembo Group).This episode is a real-world breakdown of what actually moves the needle in dealerships:Why behavior change is harder than fixing processWhy campaigns fail when lead handling isn't alignedHow to build BDC structure that convertsWhat dealers underestimate about OEM programs and inventory pressureWhy aftermarket is a major profitability lever moving forwardHow leaders build teams that support each other across departmentsTactical, honest, and built for dealership operators.Connect with Angel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-june-hacker/Email: anha@sbs.dkConnect with Jacob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-b-berry/Sponsor: dealers.motohunt.com

So many people come to me feeling completely stuck.They've tried everything — every diet, every supplement, every practitioner, every protocol. They track. They monitor. They micromanage. They try harder.And yet… their blood sugar still isn't improving.In this episode, I want to share a pattern I see over and over again with the people who are struggling the most — and it might surprise you.Fear.Not fear as weakness — but fear as a state the body is living in.When we approach our health from fear — fear of food, fear of symptoms, fear of getting it wrong, fear of our own bodies — we create an internal environment that is not safe enough for healing.And the body will not heal in a state of constant surveillance.In This Episode, We Talk About:Why the most “complex” blood sugar cases often have nothing to do with foodHow fear shows up as micromanagement, self-surveillance, and over-interventionWhy constantly tracking, fixing, and correcting can keep you stuckHow the nervous system and mitochondria respond to perceived threatThe connection between suppressed emotions and physical symptomsWhy perfectionism, people-pleasing, and high-achieving traits show up so often in blood sugar issuesHow fear around food, toxins, carbs, and supplements can backfireThe difference between healing from fear vs healing from loveWhat it actually means to “come from a place of love” with your bodyHow self-compassion, curiosity, and patience change the healing processWhy symptoms can sometimes be your body setting boundaries for youHow emotional safety plays a role in blood sugar regulationTODAY'S SPONSOR:Qualia Life: Head to qualialife.com/DANI and use the code DANI to get a discount!Book a call with me to learn more about the program: https://calendly.com/daniellehamiltonhealth/discoverycall Enroll today! https://dhhealth.showitpreview.com/blood-sugar-mastery STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:

What you'll learn in this episode:Why behavioral alignment matters more than skills aloneThe 4 DISC profiles: Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, ConscientiousnessReal-world examples of how each type shows up in businessWhich DISC types thrive in sales vs. admin rolesHow to use DISC tools to simplify your hiring processWhy hiring for alignment creates consistency, loyalty, and long-term success  

The 2026 Dietary Guidelines for Americans just dropped and the new upside-down food pyramid caused quite the chatter online this week. In this special Nutrition Newsroom roundtable, Colleen Sloan, PA, RDN, brings together nine nutrition experts to break down what the new guidelines actually are (and what they're not), what stayed the same, what changed, and what's missing. You'll hear respectful disagreement, real-world clinical concerns, and practical talking points you can use the next time a patient says, “So… butter is healthy now?”Here's what we discuss: What the Dietary Guidelines are designed to do and how they're created. Plus what was different about the 2026 processWhy the new pyramid graphic is creating mixed messages for clinicians and consumersThe most controversial updates: saturated fat, full-fat dairy, added sugar guidance for kids, new protein targets, and alcohol recommendationsHow to translate all of this into patient-friendly counseling without fearmongering or food shamingWhat experts say the guidelines missed: fiber, cultural diversity, access/affordability, and community surrounding mealsWhat are your thoughts on the new guideline?Resources:Dietary Guideline Advisory Committee ProcessScientific Foundation for the New GuidelinesNew Dietary GuidelinesConnect with the experts:Jennifer Van ZantChristina LinkCrystal DuqueBarbara RuhsTony CastilloMarina ChaparroKrystal ZunigaGisela BouvierDustin MooreAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week. Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Today's episode is a replay from a conversation that originally aired on the Capture the Chaos podcast with Brittnie Renee—and it perfectly captures this client communication shift I've been talking about more and more lately.We're diving into why clear client communication should be non-negotiable if you want to deliver a truly high-touch experience. Not luxury for the sake of luxury—but an experience that feels intentional, professional, and confidence-building at every step.If your systems technically work but still require too much babysitting, this episode will help you understand why communication—not more automation—is usually the missing piece.In This Episode, We Talk About:Why fixing broken workflows alone doesn't fix a poor client experienceHow email communication builds trust and connection throughout the processWhy clients need guidance even when your automation is workingThe difference between moving tasks forward and guiding people forwardHow clear communication supports a high-touch experience without adding more manual workMentioned Links & ResourcesEmail Like You Mean It (Live 5-Day Client Communication Sprint - starts Feb 2nd): coliejames.com/emailListen to Capture the Chaos podcast: brittnierenee.com/capture-the-chaos-podcast

What if the way your needs were met in infancy still shapes your ability to feel safe, seen, and supported today?Welcome to the end-of-year challenge: The Return to Magic. Today, Lacy, Jessica, and EMDR-certified LMFT Janelle dive deep into the foundation of all manifestation work: your earliest subconscious blueprint set in childhood. This episode explores the powerful programming from ages zero to 18 months. It's a period most people don't remember, but it's when your soul touched down into your human body—and profoundly shapes who you are today. This early stage is where safety, secure relationships, and boundaries are formed, and Janelle helps us understand how the presence (or absence) of these things can leave us feeling out of balance.This conversation is a reminder that our TBM practice is here to bring us back to our most whole selves. We are not destined to stay stuck in old patterns or loops that don't serve us. We can start from the very beginning and manifest the lives we're meant to embody. This is the work that changes everything. It's time to return to your magic.Find the complete show notes here -> https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast Resources: Big End of Year SALE - 30% off Annual and Monthly Subscriptions Return to Magic - 15 Day Manifestation ChallengeA 15-day guided journey to reparent your inner child, reconnect with your magic, and step into this new year as your most confident, regulated, and magnetic self yet. Join our membership to access! (pre-week Dec 1st, kickoff Dec 8th!) The Pathway Membership gives you unlimited access to all of our manifestation workshops—including How to Manifest, Unblocking Your Inner Child, Shadow, Love, Money, Rock Bottoms, Ruts, and Energetic Updates —plus 70+ self-hypnosis tracks designed to unlock your full potential.LEARN MORE HERE Get the latest from TBMJoin us at the How To Manifest Speaking Tour - LA 12/6 (Early Bird Discount available) Join our HTM Book Club! Walk step by step through the TBM Manifestation Process with Lacy and Jessica as we read HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips Join the Pathway now - NEW End of Year Challenge launching Dec 1st! Big End of Year SALE - 30% off New to TBM? Free Offerings to Get You StartedLearn the Process! Expanded Podcast - How to Manifest Anything You Desire Get Expanded! The Motivation - Testimonial LibraryReady to find out what's holding you back? Try our Free Clarity Exercise Be an EXPANDER! Share Your Manifestation StorySubmit to Be a Process GuestWhat did you manifest during the Money Challenge? Share a voice note of your question, block, or Process to be featured in an episode! This Episode is brought to you by: ARMRA - Use code TBM for 15% off Colostrum: Immune Revival - Immune barrier superfood  Fatty15 - go to fatty15.com/TBM use code TBM at checkout to get an additional 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit In this episode we talk about:The real reason your manifestations feel stuck — and how early unmet needs are the causeWhy the most formative manifestation blueprint is set between 0–18 monthsThe power of skin-to-skin contact and early co-regulation with caregiversHealing the nervous system through somatic reparenting and new DI'sHow trauma from inconsistency or neglect creates current-day self-worth blocksCreating secure attachment with the universe — the TBM method's deeper layerReclaiming trust, touch, routine, and reliability through new subconscious experiencesOverwriting your origin story through the reparenting processWhy boundaries, autonomy, and safe exploration matter so deeplyReleasing perfectionism, people-pleasing, and rebellion patterns from toddler yearsRediscovering intuition, creativity, and authenticity buried beneath early shameHow to self-soothe as an adult by attuning to your inner child's unmet needsRecognizing that your inner child is your spiritual guide back to wholenessMentioned In the Episode: Expanded x Ep. 383 - The Return to Magic: How to Cut Through the Noise and Get Your Spark BackExpanded x Ep. 186 - The Difference Between Fear & Intuition with Taylor Paige - Angel Reader & Intuitive242 Manifestation Blocks, Navigating The Unknown, And Creating Our Most Magical Lives with Jessica Gill of TBMJoin our HTM Book Club! Walk step by step through the TBM Manifestation Process with Lacy and Jessica as we read HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips Find our Money Challenge plus all our workshops and all workshops mentioned inside our Pathway Membership! (Including the Shadow DI, Safe DI, and Purpose & Soul's Essence DI) Join us at the How To Manifest Book Tour!LA 12/6Limited VIP & Early Bird Discount available HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Pre-Order NOW The Expanded Podcast, from To Be Magnetic™ (TBM), is the leading manifestation podcast rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and energetics. Hosted by TBM's Chief Content Officer Jessica Gill, with monthly appearances from founder Lacy Phillips, Expanded is where science and the mystical meet to help you manifest in the most grounded, practical, and life-changing way.At TBM, we've redefined manifestation through Neural Manifestation™—our proven, science-backed method developed with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart. This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity.Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible. Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you'll learn how to: – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true selfWith over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. Think of it as your weekly practice for expanding your mind, believing what you want is possible, and manifesting the life you're meant to live.Past guests include leading voices such as Mel Robbins, Lewis Howes, Jenna Zoe, Martha Beck, Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Gabor Maté, Mark Groves, and Brianna Wiest. Where To Find Us!@tobemagnetic (IG)@LacyannephillipsLacy Launched a Substack! - By Candlelight - Join Here@Jessicaashleygill@tobemagnetic (youtube)@expandedpodcast

Tariffs are dominating headlines — but what do they really mean for taxes, Washington, and your clients' retirement plans?In this episode of The Complete Advisor, Dennis Mattern sits down with Becky Swansburg, CEO of Stonewood Financial and Washington insider, to break down the truth: tariffs won't fix America's tax problems, and demographic pressures—not politics—are driving the future of taxation.Becky explains how tariffs actually function, why they rarely offset income taxes, and why rising legislative risk is one of the most overlooked threats to retirement planning today. She also reveals why NOW is a rare low-tax window for conversions and tax repositioning—and how savvy advisors can help clients regain control before the next wave of tax changes hits.If you serve retirees or pre-retirees, this is an episode you can't afford to skip.✅ Top 3 Takeaways for Advisors1. Demographics—not politics—are driving America's revenue crisis, meaning tariffs won't prevent future tax increases.2. Taxes must be treated as a “risk class” in every plan, equal to market risk and income risk.3. Advisors have a short window right now—thanks to OBA tax brackets and current legislative structure—to reposition assets and protect clients from future tax hikes.

This week I'm joined by bestselling fantasy author and BookTok favourite, Rebecca Thorne, to talk about her newly republished novel This Gilded Abyss. We get into the origins of the book, how she built its eerie underwater world, and why she wanted to step away from cosy fantasy and write something darker and more intense. Rebecca also speaks honestly about her path from eight years of traditional rejection to rapid indie success, and what it has been like navigating both sides of the industry.We dig into her fast drafting process, her love of editing, and how she manages the pressure of a growing readership while staying focused on the work. As always, you will hear The Book That Saved Your Life and Their Darkest Hour, with Rebecca sharing the very real turning points that shaped her writing career.In the EpisodeHow This Gilded Abyss began life as an indie releaseBioShock, art deco cities and world building with history as a guideThe appeal of writing darker stories after cosy fantasyHer eight year struggle in trad publishingThe sudden rise of Can't Spell Treason Without Tea and documenting the indie processWhy she still feels the pull of indie freedomWriting routines, drafting speed and learning to switch between projectsThe Book That Saved Your Life: Legends and LattesTheir Darkest Hour: reassessing her publishing pathWhat's next, including her cosy sci-fi, Moss'd in SpaceAbout Rebecca ThorneRebecca Thorne is an American fantasy author known for her character-driven novels and strong online presence. Her books include Can't Spell Treason Without Tea, A Pirate's Life for Tea and her latest release, This Gilded Abyss, now out from Tor. She lives in Colorado and shares regular updates on Instagram and TikTok.Find Rebecca Onlinerebeccathorne.netInstagram: @rebeccathornewrites

What you'll learn in this episode:Why behavioral alignment matters more than skills aloneThe 4 DISC profiles: Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, ConscientiousnessReal-world examples of how each type shows up in businessWhich DISC types thrive in sales vs. admin rolesHow to use DISC tools to simplify your hiring processWhy hiring for alignment creates consistency, loyalty, and long-term success  

The first 30 days of divorce can feel like a tornado: unpredictable, emotional, and expensive if you're not careful. In this episode, hosts Andrea Rappaport (comedian + marketing guru) and Morgan L. Stogsdill (family law powerhouse) share the top three mistakes people make in the early days of divorce, and how to avoid them.From texting your ex when you're angry, to oversharing on social media, to thinking you can “speed through” the legal process. This episode breaks down the emotional, financial, and legal landmines that derail people again and again. You'll laugh, cringe, and probably see yourself in a few of these moments (we've all been there).If you're newly separated or about to file, this episode is your permission slip to pause, breathe, and get smart.