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To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Jo Page - When We Knew Nothing FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYEmma Teufel - Dive In FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFrida and The Mann - Monsters FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCharli Rose - Where Do I Find You Now FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSoul Store - Decision FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAlex Krawczyk - When The Road Is Uneven FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSam Behr - Bug Hunts (Rock & Stone) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYYo Yo Sun - Sometimes the Devil Takes You FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYEmma Forgette - The Text I Never Sent FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMadeline Carter - Once You Love A Cowboy FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLily Costa - Not Like You FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAnn@lise - Party Girl FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLaureNicole - State of Preservation FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYNordstahl - The Merchant's Last CoinTallulla - Crowded in my Head FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

In this conversation with Jeremy Vest, we explore the real challenges of running a sustainable video business—from figuring out profitable pricing to building systems that let you step away without everything falling apart. Jeremy shares his journey from underpricing his work to creating a business model that prioritizes recurring revenue and genuine client relationships over the feast-or-famine cycle that plagues so many filmmakers. Key Takeaways Pricing isn't just about covering costs—it needs to account for growth, overhead, and the strategic value you bring to clients, not just your time and equipment Recurring revenue relationships beat one-off projects—focusing on retainer clients and long-term partnerships creates predictable income and reduces marketing stress Systems free you from your business—documenting processes and building operational systems lets you scale without being the bottleneck in every decision Your business should serve your life goals—whether that's flexibility, income, or creative fulfillment, build your business model around what actually matters to you About Jeremy Vest Jeremy Vest is the founder of Creator Unlock & Video Niche King. With 19 years of experience and over 50 billion organic views generated through his strategies, Jeremy helps creators & companies build YouTube channels that grow on purpose—not by luck. He's worked with Roger Wakefield, dozens of Fortune 100 companies, Grant Cardone, and vidIQ. Jeremy created the D.O.M.I.N.A.T.E. Framework, a clear game plan for turning YouTube into consistent attention, leads, & revenue. In This Episode [00:00] Welcome to the show! [06:24] Meet Jeremy Vest [09:42] Sticking With A Niche [16:12] Starting A YouTube Channel [27:49] Analysis Paralysis [31:06] Using AI Before Publishing [38:25] Story Over Equipment [44:25] "Edutainment" [50:21] Connect with Jeremy [54:30] Outro   Quotes "If you're not making enough to reinvest in your business and pay yourself what you're worth, you're not pricing right—you're just buying yourself a job." - Jeremy Vest "The best clients aren't always the ones with the biggest budgets—they're the ones who value what you do and want to work with you again and again." - Ryan Koral "I'd rather have three solid retainer clients who need me every month than chase twenty one-off projects that all disappear after the invoice is paid." - Jeremy Vest "When you build systems in your business, you're not just making life easier—you're creating something that can actually grow without you doing everything yourself." - Ryan Koral "Stop thinking like a freelancer who trades time for money. Start thinking like a business owner who creates value that compounds over time." - Jeremy Vest Guest Links Follow Jeremy Vest on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn Free Niche Audit www.creatorunlock.com Links Find out more about the Studio Sherpas Mastermind Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram Join the Studio Sherpas newsletter

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS redefines profitable SEO as more than just rankings — it is profit multiplied by time. He introduces the concept of a foundational evergreen operating system: being where people are, staying ever-ready, and building connections that compound. The episode covers the SEO quadrant and its four pillars, why your contact database is your most valuable SEO asset, and how first-party data from email lists outperforms second-party data from platforms like LinkedIn, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Jonathan shares how NewsBreak and Medium drive backlinks and high domain authority, while Dr. Martin highlights the BlackNews.com story — a site built in 1999 on pure HTML that became the top black news site in the world because Google could easily crawl it. Favour performs a live Semrush audit, explains authority scores, and breaks down how commercial-intent articles like "top 10" lists build domain dominance the way Yelp does. 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You start from the thought.""Don't give them the full article on LinkedIn. Give them a little bit, then they click through.""Clubhouse is just 5% acquisition of learning. We want to turn that to 90%."FAQs AnsweredWhat does profitable SEO mean?It is profit multiplied by time — measuring both the monetary return and the time saved through organic search visibility and relationship building.What is domain authority?A proprietary metric measuring a domain's dominance based on years of indexed content, quality backlinks, and organic search traffic.Why is first-party data important for SEO?Platforms like LinkedIn and Spotify own your subscriber data. Building your own email list gives you direct access to your audience through your domain.How do commercial-intent articles help SEO? "Top 10" and comparison articles keep visitors on your site longer, build authority, and capture searches where users are ready to take action.Key TakeawaysBuild your contact database — it is your most valuable SEO asset. Create commercial-intent articles to capture high-value searches. Use platforms like Newsbreak and Medium for backlinks but always funnel traffic to your website. Your website is the cornerstone — answer questions there, not just on social media. SEO is a long game: do the groundwork, and your business will eventually fly on autopilot.Keywordsprofitable SEO, domain authority, SEMrush, backlinks, first-party data, email marketing, Newsbreak, commercial intent, contact database, SEO quadrant, authority score, organic traffic, content funneling, evergreen content, website optimizationSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Last time, we talked about overhead allocation—the cost of just turning the lights on in your business. Today we're continuing with the other two pieces that make up the three checks every staging project needs to write for you: the people check and the furniture check. The people check covers what it actually costs to deliver the service. Your team's time, movers, truck rentals, fuel, all the admin work from the first client call to the moment that last throw pillow is back on the shelf. The furniture check is about inventory recovery. You're putting thousands of dollars of inventory into every house, and that inventory needs to earn its money back over time. When you add these together with your overhead allocation, you get your pricing floor—what you need to charge before you ever add profit. Understanding these numbers is what separates staging businesses that grow and thrive from ones that work themselves into the ground. Let's now walk through the real numbers so you can calculate your own pricing floor.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE: How to calculate your people and furniture check What inventory recovery means and why every piece of furniture needs to earn its money back How to calculate your true floor pricing before adding profit How to stair-step pricing increases without scaring yourself   RESOURCES: Apply for Private Coaching: www.rethinkhomeinteriors.com/privatecoachingapp Enroll in Staging Business School Accelerate Track: www.rethinkhomeinteriors.com/accelerate Join the Staging Business School Growth Track Waitlist: www.rethinkhomeinteriors.com/growth Follow the Staging Business School on Instagram: www.instagram.com/stagingbusinessschool Follow Lori on Instagram: www.instagram.com/rethinkhome If you want to learn how to market and grow your staging business, enrollment is open for Rethink You Accelerate. This is a year-long mentorship program, where I help you and other staging business owners plan, grow, flow, and thrive with the results that you've always wanted. The doors are open and I would love to see you in the classroom!   ENJOY THE SHOW? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts so that more Staging CEOs find it. Follow over on Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music, or Audible.

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Sunflowers are more than a bright spot in the field — they're becoming a profitable alternative crop across the central U.S. In this Successful Farming Saturday Short, John Sandbakken of the National Sunflower Association explains the surge in sunflower acres, driven by strong demand for sunflower oil and its healthy, high-oleic profile. Learn where sunflowers grow best, what challenges to consider, and why transportation and proximity to processing facilities can make or break profitability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian and Tevo break down whether Bitcoin has finally bottomed as the macro landscape continues to be unsettled. They highlight continued institutional support through ETF inflows and sovereign interest, including Kazakhstan shifting reserves into crypto. A major milestone arrives as Kraken gains access to the Federal Reserve payment rails, signaling deeper integration between crypto and traditional finance. The episode closes with momentum trades in AI-crypto tokens, meme coin updates, and ongoing developments across altcoins and NFTs.$1 Trial Momentum Money Makers VIPhttps://www.thecryptomavericks.com/mm-vip-trial1763665474309?utm_content=MMTrial&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_source=Internal&utm_term=DescriptionCheck out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comGet my #1 altcoin pick for this month.Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling,Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio.. just $1.00 today! Go here to get access: https://www.crypto101insider.com/cryptnation-directm6pypcy1?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution: Your Guide To The Future of Money". In this book, I reveal how to make (and keep) a fortune during this crypto bull run! http://www.cryptorevolution.com/free?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Crypto Landscape02:59 Market Analysis and Trends05:41 Institutional Involvement and ETFs08:49 The Impact of Geopolitical Events12:01 Kraken's Milestone with the Federal Reserve14:15 The Clarity Act and Regulatory Landscape16:04 Community Engagement and Listener Interaction17:44 Meme Coins and Momentum Moneymakers20:50 AI Integration in Crypto23:35 Conclusion and Future Outlook33:11 The Rise of AI and Crypto Integration35:32 Exploring Autonomous AI Agents37:00 Legal Challenges in the NFT Space40:24 Magic Eden's Shift in Focus41:26 PumpFun's Expansion and Market Position43:12 The Future of AI Agents and Crypto50:27 Navigating the Evolving Crypto LandscapeMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcast?sub_confirmation=1Follow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.com* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Amber Westerman - Barefoot Days FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCristina Colombo - Ordinary Day FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMelissa D - Belly & Boots FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLuna Starborn - Old White Men FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJill Newman - Lay My Worries Down FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYBernice Walsh - The Narcissist FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYHemans Erilia - Liar Liar FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYChigri - Landmines FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYRight Proper - Take It Off FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCassandra Ardoin - Love Me Again JessC - One Chance FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYRenae Allen - Crash and Burn Eye'z - It's the one FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYVeronica Delmar - Carinthia FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYGretchen - Care FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Sophia Ava at https://open.spotify.com/track/4TqJO6uhGvNlGAu6aSazJ1Visit our Sponsor Summer Scott at https://open.spotify.com/track/2Z1rEdTcKDYPHykl9yNiJe?si=FskA9LJjQmSY-nGt3aKypwVisit our Sponsor Cassandra Day at cassandradaymusic.comVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

Can a firefighter and paramedic build a profitable midterm rental business while working demanding W2 jobs? In this episode, you will learn how monthly rentals on Furnished Finder can create consistent income, significantly fewer turnovers than Airbnb, and a scalable real estate side hustle without quitting your job.  Mike and Celine Gonzalez share how they transitioned from accidental insurance bookings to a thriving monthly rental portfolio that now includes STRs, MTRs, partnerships, and a coaching business.  After discovering Furnished Finder through this very podcast, they listed their property before it was even finished and received multiple 3 to 4 month booking requests within days.You will learn:The difference between short term vs midterm renter psychologyHow couples can divide roles without damaging their relationshipThe exact Furnished Finder tools they rely on for tenant screening, leases, rent collection, and messaging templatesWhy responding fast to leads can make or break your occupancyHow midterm rentals align with full time or service based careers like fire and EMSIf you are a real estate investor, W2 employee, or couple looking for a scalable rental side hustle with less turnover and more stability than Airbnb, this episode breaks down a proven path.List Your Property on Furnished Finder:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/list-your-property Use code LLD10 for $10 off new listings ⏱ Episode Timestamps0:00 Introduction to Landlord Diaries and Monthly Rental Investing2:05 Who introduced the idea of furnished and midterm rentals first4:30 Scaling beyond the first 9 month insurance booking6:20 Short term vs midterm renter mindset and guest behavior differences7:30 Current STR and MTR portfolio breakdown and partnership properties10:55 How a firefighter and paramedic manage a midterm rental side hustle15:25 Advice from experienced hosts on working with your spouse18:20 Creating boundaries between marriage, W2 careers, and rental business20:00 Staying in your lane and focusing on growth instead of busy tasks21:45 Essential systems and tools for running a successful midterm rental24:50 Why Furnished Finder leads drive consistent monthly bookings25:55 Using message templates to respond quickly and win bookings27:35 Leveraging the Furnished Finder dashboard for screening, leases, and payments28:40 Defining your mission and long term goals before scaling30:45 Why service first hosting leads to long term profitability32:55 Receiving booking requests before the property is fully furnished35:05 Rapid fire questions: The one rental task you would hand off to your partner Explore Midterm Rental Resources:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/PMResources  View Mike and Celine's Furnished Finder Listings:https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=Mike_G   The Landlord Diaries is brought to you by Furnished Finder, where you can list your property for one low price and pay zero booking fees.

Interview with Pascal Hamelin, President & CEO of Abcourt Mines Inc.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/abcourt-mines-tsxvabi-cash-flow-in-sight-with-sleeping-giant-ramp-flordin-drills-8693Recording date: 4th March 2026Abcourt Mines (TSXV:ABI) is one of the few junior mining companies to have made the full transition from developer to profitable gold producer in the current cycle. Operating the 100%-owned Sleeping Giant mine and mill in Quebec's Abitibi region, the company recorded its first gold sales in September 2025 and delivered 837 ounces in Q4 2025 which enough to generate a profit from operations. That alone sets Abcourt apart from the majority of junior miners at a comparable stage.The investment case is centred on a single, clearly quantifiable opportunity: the Sleeping Giant mill is running at less than 20% of its nameplate capacity of 800 tonnes per day. The infrastructure is built, commissioned, and performing at over 96% gold recovery. The constraint is not technology or capital, it is underground mining capacity, which is a workforce and development challenge the company is actively and systematically addressing.CEO Pascal Hamelin has set a near-term target of 10,000 tonnes per month by autumn 2026, representing approximately 2,500 ounces monthly and the threshold for strong free cash flow generation. Phase 1 of the production plan targets 30,000 ounces per year by late 2026 or early 2027. The ultimate vision is 800 tonnes per day and 50,000 ounces per year — achievable without any major new capital expenditure, given the mill is already sized for that output.To unlock that capacity, Abcourt is building an on-site sleep camp to resolve a longstanding workforce retention problem caused by long commutes in northern Quebec winters. Phase 2 of the camp (36 rooms) arrives by end of March 2026 and Phase 3 (37 rooms) is due by June 2026. Alongside this, a formal training programme with Val-d'Or's mining school is bringing new miners into the operation on a weekly basis. These are not peripheral initiatives — they are the direct operational enablers of the throughput ramp.The financial structure is also worth noting. Glencore refinanced Abcourt's start-up debt from 16% to 7%, providing a $30 million facility with interest-only payments in year one and principal repayments beginning February 2027. Glencore also holds the offtake on gold and silver production and a right of first participation in future financings. For a junior producer, this level of institutional backing is unusual and meaningful.Management credibility is underscored by insider ownership of approximately 37% — built through years of equity participation alongside external shareholders, not through compensation schemes. Officers and directors have genuine skin in the game.Beyond Sleeping Giant, the company holds 14 additional projects including a zinc-silver polymetallic asset at Abcourt-Barvue, a 5 g/t gold resource at Discovery, and multiple tailings assets being assessed for critical mineral content. These are not currently priced into the market's valuation of the company.For investors evaluating junior gold producers, Abcourt offers a rare combination: proven profitability, a clear and executable growth pathway, institutional validation, and a portfolio of assets that provide upside optionality without requiring additional capital deployment in the near term.View Abcourt Mines' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/abcourt-mines-incSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

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Are you making sales but still not feeling profitable? In this episode, I'm sharing the pricing foundation I teach inside The Product Boss that protects your profit, prepares you for wholesale, and helps you stop underpaying yourself while working nonstop. I break down what belongs in your cost of goods, how to calculate wholesale and retail pricing correctly, and what to do when the numbers feel higher than you expected. Get ready to stop guessing your prices and start building a sustainable and scalable product business that supports you.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 The 3 pricing foundations every product owner needs.03:30 What does the cost of goods include per unit?05:15 Why labor causes the biggest pricing mistakes.08:15 The 2x2 pricing method explained step by step.11:30 What to do when your calculated price feels “too high.”14:00 The 2 ways to reduce costs without lowering quality.18:00 Why some businesses are not wholesale-ready yet.20:15 How brand positioning impacts pricing power.24:00 The mindset blocks that cause underpricing.26:15 Questions to help you evaluate your pricing decisions.29:00 How to get support with pricing inside The Product Boss.Resources + LinksGet customized coaching for your business - join the 60 minute qualification call!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

To get your free copy of Zach's Ebook "Handmade Business Secrets", Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/handmadebusinesssecretsbook   If you're trying to grow to $5-10k/mo with your woodworking or handmade business- steal all the same strategies & systems Zach used to break the $10k/mo barrier - Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/HHA   FREE TRAINING PROGRAM - http://www.zachvaught.com/grow-your-furniture-business   If you're a woodworker doing at least $3k/mo consistently in sales and you're ready to scale to $20k/mo+, you need to apply for the Woodworking Accelerator Program. Please click here - https://www.zachvaught.com/WWBAP   All Zach's top choices that power his business   SHOPIFY - Launch your new woodworking or handmade website today for just $1! It's easy to get started. https://shopify.pxf.io/c/2544769/1061744/13624   INCFILE - Setup your business the right way & in minutes! Be sure to use this link for your discount! - https://incfile.grsm.io/c6ymnwkoo5hv   QUICKBOOKS - Save 30% For 6 Months & Finally Get Your Business Finances In Order - https://quickbooks.intuit.com/partners/qbba/?cid=par_qbppnr_zachvaught9472&gspk=emFjaHZhdWdodDk0NzI&gsxid=YZeRn3iY57Ni   PIPEDRIVE - Follow up with leads, keep track of clients, and close more sales! Try for free for 30 days! - https://aff.trypipedrive.com/fh34hhfppt9k   SIMPLETEXTING - Implement SMS & Text Messaging Marketing Into Your Business Today To Sell More, Make More, & Grow More! Get started for free today. - https://simpletexting.stptnr.net/bvgs1y2ouqwn   LUCID CHARTS - Get Strategic & Plan For Growth. Use These Charts To Map Out Marketing Strategies, Org Charts, Shop Flows, & More! Sign up for free today. - https://try.lucid.co/rhuf1awoigan 

Multifamily investing doesn't fail because of bad deals. It fails because of bad property management. Today on the Heartland Multifamily Show, we break down why poor management is the fastest way to destroy profitable real estate investments. Even if you hire a property manager, taking a hands-on, owner-operator approach is critical to protecting your capital. In this episode, I explain why management is often overlooked, where investors get it wrong, and why strong property management should always come before growth, scale, or new acquisitions.

Some topics or niches are much more profitable than others. Today’s caller is wondering if we can cut to the chase and just give him a list. Fair enough! Let’s make that list. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com Be on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questions Connect on Instagram: @193countries Visit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.com Read A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.com If you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes.

In Part 2 of our 3-part series Paul Jamison and John Pajak break down exactly what it means to "know your numbers" in the lawn care business — showing you step-by-step how to calculate your true break-even point and price your services profitably so you can finally take full control of your finances and build a thriving, stress-free company.

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Kirsten McCormick - Thirty Something Else FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYOlivia Frances - Love Of My Life FOLLOW ON BANDCAMPLittle Stream - Hurt Like Us FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYI AM MANA - I'm Still Here Leah-Sophia - Cocain FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSylvee - Before I Met You Ft. Sam Heselwood FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLara Brewer - Spilt Milk FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYChelsea Chaisson - Sunlight (Storge) FOLLOW ON YOUTUBEJodi DiPiazza - At The End Of The Rainbow FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSophie Ali - The Bluest Bell FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJay El Dee - I'll Be Fine Right FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAna Danch - Great Novels FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJocelyne Baribeau - 200 Acres FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSimply Brick - Gazing Into Orange FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLady Mercy - Die In The End FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Sophia Ava at https://open.spotify.com/track/4TqJO6uhGvNlGAu6aSazJ1Visit our Sponsor Summer Scott at https://open.spotify.com/track/2Z1rEdTcKDYPHykl9yNiJe?si=FskA9LJjQmSY-nGt3aKypwVisit our Sponsor Cassandra Day at cassandradaymusic.comVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

Is your book working as hard as you did to write it? Many nonfiction authors publish a strong book… then wonder why income and opportunities don't follow. This week's guest, Katrena Friel, reveals what most authors miss when trying to turn a book into a sustainable business. Katrena is an award-winning author, TEDx presenter, and creator of a powerful “done-for-you” author growth program. In this conversation, she pulls back the curtain on how successful authors move beyond book sales and build profitable platforms around their expertise. We explore what really creates revenue, why mindset often blocks momentum, and how to promote your work without feeling pushy or inauthentic. Katrena also shares her concept of becoming a “multivert” — blending the strengths of introverts and extroverts to create visibility, credibility, and income. If your goal is not only to sell books but to build a thriving author business, this episode will shift how you think about your role, your message, and your next move. What You'll Discover: Why book royalties are rarely the main income stream for successful authorsThe seven revenue pathways your book can unlockHow hidden mindset blocks keep talented authors playing smallA natural approach to promotion that feels aligned, not salesyWhat it means to become a “multivert” and why it mattersHow to turn your book into a gateway for speaking, programs, and premium opportunitiesYour book can be more than a published achievement. It can become the engine that drives your authority, visibility, and income. Tune in now to learn how to step out from behind the pages and build an author platform designed for long-term success.Here's how to connect with Katrena:Free discovery sessionWebsiteEmailLinkedInFaceBookInstagram *************************************************************************When Visibility Feels Hard, Podcast Guesting Changes the Game If you know your book deserves more reach but visibility feels like a struggle, podcast guesting can open the right doors. Podcast Connections gets you in front of the audiences who need your message and your expertise. Contact them at PodcastConnections.co *************************************************************************

In this episode, host Josh interviews Scott Deetz, an expert in helping Amazon and e-commerce entrepreneurs maximize business value and prepare for successful exits. Scott outlines the four pillars that make a business attractive to buyers: risk diversification, profitability, growth rate, and earnings size. He shares actionable tips, including building a data room, implementing monthly strategic finance reviews, and structuring accounting to maximize add-backs. Scott also discusses the importance of separating owner and business expenses to boost valuation, offering practical strategies for entrepreneurs aiming to scale and sell their businesses at top valuations.Chapters:Introduction to Scott Deetz and His Expertise (00:00:00)Scott is introduced as an expert in helping Amazon and e-commerce entrepreneurs grow and exit at top valuations.Defining a Valuable Platform: Four Key Pillars (00:00:18)Scott explains what makes a business a valuable "platform" for buyers: risk diversification, profitability, growth rate, and size of earnings.Deep Dive into the Four Pillars (00:01:07)Discussion of each pillar: risk diversification, profitability percentage, growth rate, and the importance of earnings size.Capital Strategy and Growth (00:03:25)Importance of capital strategy as a process, not an event, and how it fuels business growth.Recap of the Four Pillars (00:04:29)Josh summarizes the four pillars: profit margin, growth rate, size of profit, and risk diversity.Input Metrics: Profitability, Scalability, Repeatability, Defensibility (00:05:46)Scott introduces the underlying drivers: profitability, scalability, repeatability, and defensibility, leading to sellability.Case Study: Operations vs. Product Innovation (00:07:16)Discussion of a case where an entrepreneur excelled in operations and delegated product innovation.Actionable Takeaway 1: Build Your Data Room Early (00:08:15)Advice to start organizing a data room early, structured as buyers would want to see it.Actionable Takeaway 2: Implement Strategic Finance Monthly (00:10:03)Recommendation to review financials, forecasts, and company valuation monthly, not just accounting numbers.Actionable Takeaway 3: Structure Accounting for Add-Backs and Valuation (00:11:17)Organize accounting and company structure to maximize add-backs and improve valuation before exit.Clarifying Add-Backs and Corporate Structure (00:13:06)Further explanation on separating owner-related expenses and structuring entities for optimal valuation.Horizontal and Vertical Corporate Structuring (00:14:09)Scott details horizontal (multiple entities) and vertical (account codes for add-backs) structuring for better exit outcomes.Conclusion and Final Thoughts (00:17:12)Josh thanks Scott and hints at a future episode.Links and Mentions:Tools and Concepts"Data Room": "00:08:15""Strategic Finance": "00:10:03"Actionable Takeaways"Build Your Data Room": "00:08:15""Implement Strategic Finance": "00:10:03""Organize Accounting with Add Backs in Mind": "00:11:17"Key Concepts"Profitability, Scalability, Repeatability, and Defensibility": "00:06:14"Summary of Four Pillars for a Platform Company"Profit Margin": "00:05:19"Transcripts:Josh 00:00:00  Today I'm super excited to introduce you to Scott Deetz. Scott helps Amazon and e-commerce entrepreneurs unlock growth and profitability bottlenecks in their businesses, and then exit for a top valuation. Scott, welcome to the show.Scott 00:00:15  Hey Josh Scott. Great to be here and I'm really looking forward to it.Josh 00:00:18  Scott, maybe we can dive a little bit deeper into that case study. At the beginning, you talked about, you know, that they were you identified that they were a good platform, right? So that they could continue to grow. What does that platform mean?Scott 00:00:31  Yeah. So the pillars of a great platform, the way that I think about it, my mentor, and has done over $20 billion of transactions. So, you know, you know, old school 30, 40 years in the investment banking world. And he his number one thing that he said to me was, Scott, it's not what the seller is selling, it's what the buyer is buying. So I would encourage everybody to not think about what you think is valuable in a business, but think about what buyers value in a business? The first thing that buyers value is not growth, but it's risk diversification.Scott 00:01:07  So the first thing that you need to think about is that you need to be compliance as a part of risk diversification, but also true diversification of your products so that no one product has, you know, more than, you know, 20% of your revenue. Otherwise, Amazon shuts it down or new competition comes in. A buyer can't get comfortable with that risk profile. So, so the first thing I would say is you analyze your risk. The second pillar of valuation is your profitability percentage. And so a lot of people think that if they have more profitability, that they're more valuable than if they have smaller profits. And while that is one of the pillars, a company that has 25 or 30% profit margins is just much more flexible and therefore valuable than a company that's 10 or 15%. So the second thing that we saw in this company was that they had a. Ability to have profitable products. And then we went to growth percentage, which is the third pillar. And I would if you wanted to benchmark a minimum growth percentages 20% per year.Scott 00:02:19  Now with Covid and Covid bumps, you might not all be there. but remember, you're not selling what you've done. You're selling what the business can do with the buyers capital infusion. And their definition is that minimum 20%, ideally 30% year over year growth is required. Well, if you think about what that capability really is, what we saw in this platform was a capability to successfully innovate and launch new products into the marketplace, because once a product gets up to a certain level, it kind of is what it is. So for people that are looking at action items that they can have today, it's that ability to have a successful launch model to drive the growth rate to that particular output. And then the fourth one becomes the size of the earnings. If you can prove that you can do it over a longer period of time, then you become more valuable because 30% growth on a company with a million of revenues is a lot different than somebody with 10 million of revenue. and so I think it's just important to think along building in and that's where that capital need comes in.Scott 00:03:25  Yeah. Because, you know, in this situation, back to this case study we saw in them even what they didn't see. We saw the platform, but they were think of it as borrowing money from uncle Bob. And if you go by, borrow 50 grand from your uncle, that's no problem. But when your business is at 10 million and you go ask them for 1.2 million, you know, uncle Bob says, you know I love you, Josh, but you know, I'm not the right investor for that level. So you have to think of your capital strategy not as an event, but as a process where you're always looking at what capital at the lowest risk, in the lowest cost to fuel that growth. And a lot of people get to a certain level, they don't have the capital planning. So then the growth rate, you know, levels off. So we saw the platform and we brought the capital strategy to place, and we did it through a combination of debt and equity.Scott 00:04:17  And that's what continued to fuel the growth because the person already had in place the ownership group alr...

Joining us in this episode of Living Off Rentals is a mid-term rental investor and team member at Furnished Finder. With 12 mid-term rentals across multiple states, our guest for today has built a flexible portfolio designed to generate strong cash flow and offer long-term optionality. Katie Lyon shares how she discovered mid-term rentals while working in commercial real estate, why she believes they offer the perfect middle ground between long-term and short-term rentals, and how arbitrage helped her scale quickly without waiting on down payments. She also breaks down market selection, pricing strategies, screening best practices, and how to utilize platforms like Furnished Finder to reduce vacancies and maintain control over your bookings. Listen and enjoy! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Introducing Katie Lyon and her background [02:25] How Katie discovered mid-term rentals and why they stood out [04:28] Scaling to 12 properties in two and a half years [05:45] Rental arbitrage defined and how it works with mid-term rentals [06:57] What makes a good arbitrage deal [09:20] How Katie selects markets and identifies real demand drivers [14:43] Mid-term vs. short-term vs. long-term [19:28] Financing owned properties with DSCR loans and local banks [20:56] How Furnished Finder differs from Airbnb and Vrbo [23:15] Screening mid-term tenants is critical [24:28] How to reduce vacancy and fill calendar gaps [27:45] Listing on multiple platforms and staying in control [29:13] Pricing mid-term rentals using comps and amenities [30:05] Amenities that justify higher rent (pets, laundry, parking) [33:28] Real-world tenant stories and unique use cases [37:47] Markets where mid-term rentals may not work [40:17] Connect with Katie Lyon [42:43] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/  Podcast: https://www.furnishedfinder.com/Resources/podcast  Show Links: Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals  Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast  Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/  Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals 

In this week's Stansberry Investor Hour, Dan welcomes Steve Burns to the show. Steve is the founder of New Trader U, a blog with thousands of articles plus online courses.   Steve kicks things off by explaining how trading is math, detailing how its different components are formulaic. He says that understanding the "math" of expectancy for your returns can help you with managing your discipline, and knowing the risk-to-reward ratio for any trade is the first important step that every investor needs to take before they enter a trade. Steve notes that despite what many folks might believe, being right 50% of the time is pretty good. But even performing that well requires understanding the risks that your trades have. (0:00)   Next, Steve reflects on his early trading days, comparing his methodology and results then with his current strategies. Then he details one metric that determines profitability. It's the most important thing you need to be mindful of that will impact the profits your trades bring in, regardless of factors like win rates. And Steve analyzes the cons with modern trading that ease of entry has provided. Most individual investors don't realize these risks exist and stand poised to lose big. (14:37)   Finally, Steve discusses how to create an edge in trading as an individual investor despite the overwhelming odds. He then explains "positive expectancy," a mathematical formula that shows your average losses versus your average wins. Knowing this can help you more properly filter out volatility, which traders should keep in mind when establishing their position sizes and stop losses. And Steve shares the green lights he looks for when entering a trade. (30:53)

Month one looks great. Month two looks even better. Then month three hits and your revenue drops by 60%. What just happened? Your organic audience ran out of people. That's what happened. In this episode of The Expert Edge, I sit down with Kerry Egeler, a veteran in the expert space who's been running paid ads for nearly a decade across e-commerce and coaching businesses. Kerry breaks down the hard truth most coaches don't want to hear: you can't scale a business on organic content alone. You're capped by how much you can create and how much the algorithm decides to show it. We talk about when to actually start running paid ads (hint: not on day one), why cold traffic becomes your biggest asset over time, and how to handle the inevitable haters that show up when you start paying for attention. Kerry also shares why some of the most successful experts watch their webinar get attended three times before someone buys - and why that's not a problem, it's the strategy. You'll discover: Why you need proof before you add paid ads (and what "proof" actually means) How cold traffic compounds into warm audiences that eventually convert—and why most people quit too early Why your organic audience can't keep up with your revenue goals (it's just math) The mindset shift from letting data decide vs. letting one angry comment shut you down Why negative comments are actually the cleanest indicator you're reaching new people This episode isn't about abandoning organic content. It's about understanding that hope isn't a growth strategy. If you're doing $5K-$10K/month and wondering how to break through to the next level, this conversation will show you the lever you've been avoiding. If you've been stuck at the same revenue ceiling month after month while the algorithm plays games with your reach... this episode is for you. Connect with Kerry Egeler: Free Strategy Call: paidadsplan.com Interested in Elite? If you're interested in finding out more information about our Elite Coaching Program, make sure to DM me the word "elite" on Instagram, and I'd love to have a chat. https://www.instagram.com/colinboyd Discover how to authentically connect with your audience & fill your programs with a Conversion Story - Version 2.0 (AI Edition) is now available. https://www.conversionstoryformula.com Hit the "Follow" button so you don't miss an episode! Love this podcast? Write a review and give it a 5-star rating!  For all the show notes and links: https://www.expertedgepodcast.com/blog/episode310 Connect with Colin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinboyd/  

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson — former Chief of Staff to Colin Powell at the State Department and Joint Chiefs — joins Paul Jay and gives his unfiltered assessment of the U.S. war on Iran. Wilkerson argues the conflict is unconstitutional, unwinnable, and strategically catastrophic. Topics include: Iran's military resilience and long-term strategy, Israel's nuclear threats, the depletion of U.S. and Israeli air defense munitions, China's push to replace the dollar with the renminbi, the collapse of American alliances worldwide, the threat to the 2026 midterm elections, and whether impeachment proceedings against Trump are inevitable.

You plan a promotion. You send the emails. You post on social media. And the sales do not come in the way you expected. So you assume the offer was not strong enough. You increase the discount. You add free shipping. You stack more value. But what if the offer was never the problem? In this episode, I break down why most promotions underperform and what to fix before you touch your pricing again. The mistake I see retailers make over and over is starting in the middle. They start with the offer instead of the outcome. When you begin with the discount, you are guessing. When you begin with the outcome, you are building a strategy. Inside this episode, I walk you through: Why "more sales" is not a clear objective How to define the real outcome you want from a campaign The difference between acquisition, AOV, and inventory-based promotions How stacking discounts is quietly eroding your margin If you are planning your next sale, launch, or seasonal push, listen to this before you decide on the offer. Your profit depends on it.  

In this week's Stansberry Investor Hour, Dan welcomes Steve Burns to the show. Steve is the founder of New Trader U, a blog with thousands of articles plus online courses.   Steve kicks things off by explaining how trading is math, detailing how its different components are formulaic. He says that understanding the "math" of expectancy for your returns can help you with managing your discipline, and knowing the risk-to-reward ratio for any trade is the first important step that every investor needs to take before they enter a trade. Steve notes that despite what many folks might believe, being right 50% of the time is pretty good. But even performing that well requires understanding the risks that your trades have. (0:00)   Next, Steve reflects on his early trading days, comparing his methodology and results then with his current strategies. Then he details one metric that determines profitability. It's the most important thing you need to be mindful of that will impact the profits your trades bring in, regardless of factors like win rates. And Steve analyzes the cons with modern trading that ease of entry has provided. Most individual investors don't realize these risks exist and stand poised to lose big. (14:37)   Finally, Steve discusses how to create an edge in trading as an individual investor despite the overwhelming odds. He then explains "positive expectancy," a mathematical formula that shows your average losses versus your average wins. Knowing this can help you more properly filter out volatility, which traders should keep in mind when establishing their position sizes and stop losses. And Steve shares the green lights he looks for when entering a trade. (30:53)

Building software is supposed to take years of coding, endless stress, and a long grind to profitability. Omar wanted to test that belief. After a decade running WebinarNinja, he set out to answer one bold question: can you build a real SaaS product in just 7 days using nothing but AI? In this episode, Omar shares his experiment to create a fully functional, ready‑to‑sell app powered entirely by AI. This is a very special kind of episode. You'll get to follow along as the process unfolded day by day, something that's never been done before on the show. Omar walks through the planning, the tools he used, the testing, and the problems he ran into along the way. You'll hear what worked, what didn't, and why clarity and focus matter more than speed. It's an inside look at an experiment designed to give you both inspiration and practical takeaways. Hit play at the top of the page and experience Omar's 7‑day AI SaaS experiment. The lessons inside could reshape how you think about building your next software idea. MBA2749 Can You Build A Profitable SaaS In 7 Days With Just AI? My Experiment With Proof!See Nicky AI in action - watch the demo on YouTube now! Guest CollaboratorChris Ashby - Telescope.design Founder of Telescope, guiding AI‑driven startups with impactful design and strategy. Tools Mentioned Leap OpenAI Stripe GitHub Cursor Wispr Flow Mux ChatGPT Windsurf Lovable Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://lm.fm/GgRPPHiSUBSCRIBEYouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Jen Mize & The Rough N' Tumble - Double Talk FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAlex Krawczyk - Falling In Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSavannah Lauryn - Lily's Song FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYYasmine Alves - Invulnerable FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSadie Ray Hollis - Tasting Stars FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLarkk - Cuckoo FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYTimes New Rita - Bubble Wrap FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMADISYN - Get Yourself Together FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYNY Podcat - Fill My Heart (Conga Mix) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJamunication - Lucky Star FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYIDA JANE - Wasted Talents FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLinda Kasko - No Antidote FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYTHROES NYC - Blues FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSomeone Called Sarah - Criminal FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYNaoma & Jazzy Tha Rapper - In The Mirror FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Sophia Ava at https://open.spotify.com/track/4TqJO6uhGvNlGAu6aSazJ1Visit our Sponsor Summer Scott at https://open.spotify.com/track/2Z1rEdTcKDYPHykl9yNiJe?si=FskA9LJjQmSY-nGt3aKypwVisit our Sponsor Cassandra Day at cassandradaymusic.comVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

How would you describe the way you position yourself, your personal brand, your product, your service & your offerings? Sell-able, hardly, non-existent? Infused with psychological buying triggers, embodiment & strategies that command a H$ll YES purchase? Tune in as I share 5 ways to upgrade, elevate & expand your strategies to become even more profitable. If you haven't subscribed to the newsletter for exclusive events, offerings and announcements make sure you are on the newsletter here: www.KellyLynnAdams.com If you are looking for support in this season here are a few ways that are available in 2026... Private 1:1 Consulting, Advising, Coaching & Mentorship (limited availability) The Elevate 6 Month Mastermind & The Luxury Leadership Lab  30 Day VIP Accelerator CEO Reset Experience  The Inner Circle Paid Community + Movement is being elevated and upgraded, for more information message us CEO Circle Society. And if you haven't checked out The Luxury Digital Library of bite size business trainings on the website, head on over there now: www.KellyLynnAdams.com/services Make sure to subscribe to this podcast and leave a review, and share with a friend and tag us at @kellylynnadams

In this episode, we dig into what truly separates a busy interior design firm from a wealthy and resilient one. After leading my own firm for more than 30 years through booms, recessions, and market contractions—and coaching design principals for over 15 years—one truth is clear: busy does not equal rich. Busy doesn't equal resilient. And busy certainly doesn't mean your firm is built to last. This conversation walks through the five pillars of a rich firm—margin, model, messaging, management, and momentum—and how to strengthen each one, especially in uncertain markets. Because when conditions shift, resilient firms don't panic. They lead. They hold standards. They protect profit. And they become the safest investment in the room. In this episode, you'll hear: (00:50) Why being busy is not the same as being wealthy—and the real definition of a "rich" design firm (03:19) The critical difference between firms that run on personal effort and firms that run on structure (07:21) The five pillars of resilience: margin, model, messaging, management, and momentum (10:32) How profit quietly leaks through unlimited revisions, vague scope, and loose agreements (14:08) Three fee model upgrades that protect margin, capacity, and cash flow—even when leads slow down (24:40) Why relationship assets—not hope or social posting—stabilize your pipeline in uncertain markets You're invited to The Designer Profit Intensive, a one day, in person, workshop at HPMKT, to redefine your business success with a rate restructure, custom marketing plan to capture your ideal clients organically, and proven design discovery to capture those same clients and deliver a remarkable design experience guaranteed. Get your seat at the table before they're gone! Connect with Melissa Instagram Facebook Linkedin Website  

In this episode of Confessions of Supply Chain Executives, host Chris Walton sits down with Richard McKenzie, CEO at Veloq, to tackle one of retail's most persistent questions: When does online grocery finally become profitable? For years, grocers have chased digital growth, but profitability has remained elusive. High picking costs, last mile complexity, thin margins, and legacy infrastructure continue to weigh down performance. Richard breaks down where the real friction points are, why many retailers are still structuring e-commerce as a cost center instead of an operating model, and what has to change for online grocery to truly scale sustainably. This episode explores the operational realities behind digital grocery, from fulfillment models and automation strategies to the role of data orchestration across the enterprise. Richard explains why profitability is less about volume and more about precision, and how retailers that rethink their tech stack, store operations, and network design may finally turn the corner. Key Topics covered: • Why online grocery margins remain under pressure • The true cost of store pick vs. micro fulfillment • Where last mile economics break down • How legacy systems quietly erode profitability • The operational tradeoffs between speed, convenience, and cost • Why data orchestration is becoming a competitive advantage • What scalable automation actually looks like in grocery • The tipping point that could finally make online grocery profitable

Being fully booked does NOT mean you're profitable — and some of the busiest salon owners I know are the most financially stressed. In our very first Money Monday, we're talking about the numbers and habits salon owners avoid but absolutely need if they want real financial freedom.This episode is all about the one-hour weekly habit that completely changed how I run my business and how I feel about my money.What We Are Talking About:Revenue vs. Profit — why big revenue can still leave you feeling broke.Why being fully booked means nothing if your pricing, productivity, and payroll aren't aligned.My exact Monday Money Ritual that keeps me calm, clear, and in control.The simple 3 numbers I track monthly to make confident business decisions.Why avoiding your numbers is the fastest way to stay stuck.The Truth Bomb:Busy is not a strategy.Profit margin is.When you start looking at your numbers weekly instead of emotionally reacting to your bank account, everything shifts — your confidence, your clarity, and your leadership.Schedule a weekly money date with yourself. That one habit alone can stop financial leaks, reduce anxiety, and help you actually keep the money you're working so hard to make.This is just Week One of the Money Monday Series, and we're only getting started. If you're ready to stop feeling stressed every time you open up your banking app and start feeling powerful instead — you're in the right place.Hit play!

If you're thinking about launching a membership site, the difference between success and frustration usually comes down to structure. In this livestream, I walk through the four essential components every profitable membership needs: Platform and payments Sales page conversion Traffic generation system Email and retargeting We'll look at how these pieces fit together, how to avoid common build mistakes, and how to create a system that attracts, converts and keeps members long term. If you'd like help building your own marketing system: https://daniellatto.co.uk/workwithme

Show Summary: In today's episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice, we explore what it truly means to build a purpose-driven, profitable business. Profit for Good: How Purpose-Driven Businesses Turn Passion into Sustainable, Profitable Impact reframes profitability as the starting point for generosity, not the reward at the end. Through real client stories, we share how passion projects became sustainable, revenue-producing businesses once clarity, structure, and intentional profit were put in place. The conversation highlights how Profit First creates the confidence business owners need to say "yes" to impact without sacrificing financial stability. We also discuss the powerful mindset shift from "I'll give when I have more" to "I give because I'm profitable on purpose," and how accountants and advisors can help clients align money, mission, and long-term sustainability. This episode is a reminder that profit isn't selfish — it's what makes lasting impact possible.   Website:http://venusmichael.com http://one21accountability.com LinkedIn:http://www.linkedin.com/in/venusmichael/ Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/one21accountability/   Corporate Partner: BILL. - https://www.bill.com/   Profit First App Version 2.0 is here!  More Education. More Functionality. More Profit!

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Jill Newman - Little Bit of Luck FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSiri Neel - I Think I Said Something FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKatie McGhie - Another Year FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCeleste Marie Wilson - If I Sin For You FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKBTunes - Family Disgrace FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYALEXIIA - You're Gonna Want Me Soon FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYPeggy James - Loneliest Girl FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLillie Wright - Sink or Swim FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSamanta Brante - Midnight Dancer FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJeannine Barr - Birds on a Wire FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAiko - Time FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYBaby Of The Bunch - Nothing Hurts FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYChloe Jessica - The Middle FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYRosie Redden - The Walking Donkey FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYOnly1Zaina - Mechanical Souls FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Sophia AvaVisit our SponsorVisit our SponsorVisit our SponsorVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

You downloaded the PLR. Now what?AI Video Boss: https://bit.ly/AIVideoBossIn this video, Creative & Marketing Director, Abby Ascencio, will walk you step by step through how to turn Private Label Rights content into a real asset inside your business. She'll cover how to quickly rebrand it so it matches your voice and visual identity, how to position it strategically, and what to do when most people get stuck. You'll see how this fits into a bigger marketing ecosystem instead of just sitting on your hard drive.If you've ever downloaded PLR and felt unsure about the next step, this video will give you clarity and direction. Join The Vault & Get Instant Access to 75+ Courses, Monthly Zoom Sessions, Curated Curriculum to fit your biz needs, New Courses add Each Month, and so much more!https://bit.ly/TheOfficialVault Grab your FREE copy of my book, ‘Boss It Up Babe!'https://bit.ly/BOSSItUpBabeBookHost Bio:Kimberly Olson is a self-made multi-millionaire and the creator of The Goal Digger Girl, where she serves female entrepreneurs by teaching them simple systems and online strategies in sales and marketing. Through the power of social media, they are equipped to explode their online presence and get real results in their business, genuinely and authentically. She has two PhDs in Natural Health and Holistic Nutrition, has recently been recognized as the #2 recruiter in her current network marketing company globally, is the author of four books including best-sellers, The Goal Digger and Balance is B.S., has a top 25 rated podcast in marketing and travels nationally public speaking. She is a mom of two and teaches others how to follow their dreams, crush their goals and create the life they've always wanted.Website: www.thegoaldiggergirl.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/thegoaldiggergirlFacebook: www.facebook.com/thegoaldiggergirlYoutube: www.youtube.com/c/thegoaldiggergirlGrab The Goal Digger Girl Journal: https://amzn.to/3BeCMMZCheck out my Facebook groups for those that want to build their business online through social media, in a genuine and authentic way:Goal Digging Boss Babes: http://bit.ly/GoalDiggingBossBabesFempreneurs:  https://bit.ly/FempreneursCashFlowQueensLeave a review here: Write a review for The Goal Digger Girl Podcast.Subscribing to The Podcast:If you would like to get updates of new episodes, you can give me a follow on your favorite podcast app.

In this episode, I'm joined by printmaker and teacher Ruth Ander, an artist who proves you don't need a press, a studio, or a “proper setup” to make stunning work.We talk about how Ruth found printmaking, why she chose the path that felt right even when teachers told her not to, and how making at home gave her creative freedom.Ruth breaks down her process in a way that makes you want to clear off your kitchen table and start. Roll out a little paint. Pull a print. See what happens.But we also talk about what shifts when you decide your art is more than a side project. When you're willing to invest time, energy, and resources into building something sustainable. When you move from hoping it works to treating it like it matters.Ruth shares what changed when she stopped holding back and started building her art course business with intention.Her free event Make Your Mark begins February 27, Register HERE and Hand Printing Happiness opens next week, WAITLIST!Say Hi to Ruth on InstagramFREE Download: "Steal My Ideas: 100 ways to build a Profitable creative educator Business IN 2025" Grab it HERE New mini masterclass: The Profitable Course Creator is an instant access workshop to help Creatives, Artists and Makers discover how to achieve financial success as a course creator without sacrificing their passion. Learn More HEREFor transcripts, more links mentioned in the episode, and for the full episode show notes

What if the skills you've already mastered in a traditional job were enough to build a profitable, flexible business from home?In this episode of the Inventive Journey Podcast, host Devin Miller sits down with Haylee Gernert, an online business manager who transformed her career from dental office operations into a thriving virtual business. Haylee shares how she leveraged real-world experience—organization, communication, systems thinking, and client care—to create a sustainable work-from-home career without hype, hustle culture, or burning out.Haylee's journey began in Northern California, where she entered a dental assisting program straight out of high school. Within days of graduating, she was earning an income while many of her peers were just beginning college. Over the next 15 years, she worked her way through nearly every role in the dental office, from chairside assisting to office management. Along the way, she developed a deep understanding of operations, conflict resolution, and how to make people feel supported—even in high-stress environments.As life changed and family priorities grew, Haylee began searching for a way to work from home. That search led her to the emerging world of virtual assisting. In the early days, virtual assistants were often former executive assistants or office managers working remotely long before it became mainstream. When COVID accelerated the shift to remote work, demand for skilled virtual professionals exploded.Haylee joined an agency to gain experience and structure, but soon realized she was capable of more than task execution. She wasn't just checking boxes—she was solving problems, building systems, and thinking strategically. With the encouragement of mentors and clients, she began transitioning into higher-level work as an online business manager.In this conversation, Haylee breaks down the differences between virtual assistants and online business managers, the pros and cons of working with agencies, and how to know when it's time to raise rates or step out on your own. She also shares candid lessons about setting boundaries, advocating for your value, and learning to fire clients when necessary.You'll also hear Haylee's advice for anyone starting a service-based business today, including why networking is one of the most underrated growth tools and how listening—really listening—can shape your offers more effectively than guessing ever could.This episode is a must-listen for professionals considering virtual work, freelancers looking to level up, or business owners curious about how online operators actually help companies scale.To chat about this one-on-one, grab a free consult at strategymeeting.com

In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo works with Dan Wentzel on live deal analysis—breaking down a real storage opportunity step by step. Together, they walk through how to evaluate a market, identify unsophisticated competition, spot pricing inefficiencies, and determine whether a facility has true upside or hidden risk.   This episode pulls back the curtain on how experienced operators think when they're underwriting deals. It's less about spreadsheets and more about pattern recognition—understanding markets, competitors, and operator behavior so you can make confident offers without needing perfect information.     You'll Learn How To: Evaluate storage markets using competition and operator sophistication Identify pricing gaps that signal upside potential Analyze deals even when data is incomplete or unclear Use market behavior—not just numbers—to guide your offers Build confidence by underwriting deals faster and more consistently   What You'll Learn in This Episode: [1:28] Recap of the Season 2 journey and why accountability matters [3:05] Why progress creates confidence—and confidence fuels action [5:34] Back-of-the-napkin analysis using square footage and market rents [6:58] Why offer volume matters more than perfect underwriting [9:03] How trust and rapport unlock seller information [13:01] Momentum update: increased offers and underwriting speed [17:35] Why teaching what you're learning accelerates mastery [21:17] Building a storage deal pipeline that doesn't rely on luck [23:15] Why follow-up—not first contact—wins most deals [29:15] Live deal overview: secondary market, size, and price range [31:44] Spotting unsophisticated operators through online presence [35:05] Using Google Maps, reviews, and websites to read a market [37:56] Understanding rate gaps and competitive positioning [39:20] How competitor pricing can reveal hidden opportunities [43:09] Making offers the right way—with explanation and context [45:16] Why buyer credibility matters with brokers and wholesalers [50:31] Learn → execute → tweak: the real framework for progress [51:42] The next challenge: increasing offer volume to six per week       Who This Episode Is For: Investors who want to understand why a deal works—not just if it works Listeners struggling to evaluate markets and competition Anyone unsure how to make offers with imperfect information People ready to build confidence through repetition and real analysis   Why You Should Listen: Most deals aren't lost because of bad math—they're lost because investors don't know how to read a market. This episode shows you how to think like an operator, spot opportunity where others don't, and make informed offers without waiting for perfect data. If you've ever wondered "How do I know if this deal is actually good?"—this episode walks you through the answer in real time.     Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/   Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/

Many pharmacy owners invest in expensive technology but fail to fully utilize the system's secondary and valuable features. This is a costly mistake!  It leaves significant operational efficiencies and profit opportunities unrealized. This program also invites managers to carefully review their tech vendor invoices to ensure new charges have not been added or that fees have not been quietly increased for features in their software agreements. Kevin Minassian, President of DataScan, notes his company provides a wide range of profit-enhancing services at no additional cost while competitors often add additional fees. Visit www.datascanpharmacy.com for more information.  

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Abby Lee - Set Me Free Isabella Stefania - Rough Patch FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCassandra Day - The Perfect Night FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYLinda Kasko - House of Secrets FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYWalk On Mars - BE A MAN! FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJen Mize - Neon & Nothin' Else FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSuzanne's Band - The Kenney Store FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAlicia Robé - Free FOLLOW ON YOUTUBEHoly Basil - Lovechild of the Greatest FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYShiloh Lovelle - It's You Love FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYPaula Szczyt - FollowLove Avengers & Maya Love Coppola - Find Our Way Back FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYUnstable Rosie - Cold FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJoanna Adams - Swoonworthy FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYOn the Lash - Dog In The Distance FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Sophia AvaVisit our SponsorVisit our SponsorVisit our SponsorVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join

In this episode, host Josh interviews Afolabi Oyerokun, co-founder of Honu Worldwide, about his journey building successful Amazon brands. Afolabi shares key lessons he'd apply if starting over: focus on innovation, automate processes, and prioritize time for rest and strategic thinking. He emphasizes creating unique products, niching down, and protecting intellectual property through patents and copyrights. Afolabi also discusses using data-driven research for product development and effective listing strategies. The episode offers actionable insights for entrepreneurs aiming to scale and protect their e-commerce businesses.Chapters:Introduction & Guest Background (00:00:00)Josh introduces Afolabi Oyerokun, his background, and achievements in product development and Amazon businesses.Lessons Learned & The Importance of Freedom (00:00:56)Afolabi discusses lessons from his Amazon journey, emphasizing the original goal of freedom and challenges faced.Three Key Takeaways: Innovate, Automate, Rest (00:02:21)Afolabi outlines his three main takeaways: innovate, automate, and allocate more time for thinking and rest.The Power of Innovation & Niching Down (00:04:58)Afolabi explains the importance of innovation, creating unique products, and niching down to dominate categories.Protecting Intellectual Property (00:08:30)Discussion on the necessity of protecting product designs with patents and copyrights, and the types used.Case Study: Copyright Enforcement on Amazon (00:10:24)Afolabi shares a real example of using copyright to remove copycats and restore sales on Amazon.The Value of IP in Brand Exits (00:12:19)Afolabi describes how intellectual property increased the value and appeal of his brands during exit.Finding Design Inspiration & Trend Analysis (00:14:08)Afolabi details how they research trends, combine successful patterns, and create standout product and packaging designs.Product Listing Strategy: Variations vs. Standalone (00:16:20)Afolabi explains their approach to listing products as separate items rather than variations to maximize search visibility.Closing & Future Topics (00:17:11)Josh thanks Afolabi and hints at future discussions on supply chain topics.Links and Mentions:Tools and Websites  "Honu Worldwide": "00:03:00""Data Dive": "00:14:30"Concepts and Ideas  "Innovation": "00:04:58"  "Automation": "00:04:58"  "Thinking Time": "00:04:58"  "Design Patents": "00:08:37"  "Utility Patents": "00:08:37"  "Copyrights": "00:08:37"  "Intellectual Property (IP)": "00:12:19"  Key Takeaways  "Niche Down and Innovate": "00:06:45"  "Protect Your Ideas": "00:08:30"  "Create Unique Designs": "00:14:30"  Notable Quotes  "Your business is in your IP.": "00:12:19"  "If you don't have any IP, you don't have a business.": "00:12:19"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today I'm really excited to introduce you to Afolabi Oyerokun. He is the co-founder of Honu Worldwide and Innovative Product Development, Sourcing and 3PL company based in Pennsylvania. Afolabi has always been a has always been passionate about finding things, haggling and negotiating prices. His obsession with finding good quality products at bargain prices led him to help several seven and eight figure brands increase their profits and scale rapidly by buying smart from Asia and the US. He is behind the successful launches of several multi-million dollar products on Amazon and other retail channels. An entrepreneur at heart, Afolabi owns and has sold a few seven figure private label brands. He loves helping people design, develop and manufacture innovative products. Welcome to the show.Afolabi 00:00:53  Thank you Josh. I'm happy to be here. I'm excited.Josh 00:00:56  You know, if you were to restart on Amazon, which I think that's what you're doing now, is you're creating some new brands and launching them on Amazon. What are some of those lessons, actionable takeaways that you can give to other sellers to say, hey, here are the challenges that we faced at different points in the business, that I'm going to make sure that we don't go through these same challenges again in the future.Josh 00:01:20  If you wouldn't mind breaking some of those lessons learned for us. Breaking it down.Afolabi 00:01:25  I'm going to, if I were to start all over again, I'm also going to weave some stories and past experiences into it. So when somebody goes into E-comm, you're starting your e-commerce or you're starting your Amazon business. Sometimes we forget the reason why we started in the first place. We forget the reason why we quit our jobs and we went into e-commerce. For me, my main driver was freedom. I wanted freedom, I wanted to be. I wanted to be able to control my time. I wanted to be able to be there for my family any day, any time. I wanted to be able to take off. If I want to take off, I want to take off, you know? Yeah. So you start this e-com business and you're married to it. You know, you're you're you're waking up 3 a.m. in the morning. You're, you know, you're sleeping late at night. So eventually it defeats the purpose of why you started in the first place.Afolabi 00:02:21  So we found ourselves caught up in all those things. You know, me and my business partner, we would fight each other. You know why? Why? You know why are we running out of stock? I'm like, I didn't know that product was going to run out of stock, you know? You know, we didn't have a good system in place and we didn't have the freedom or anything. So going back now, looking back to where we came from to now, there are three things I'm going to do differently this time. First, I'm going to innovate. Second, I'm going to automate. Third, I'm going to have a lot of free time to think. Because for me, I believe that thinking time is a very creative time. I believe that your rest time is very important. People ask me, you know, you know, jokingly, maybe I'm speaking to Norm, I mean, Norm. You know, there's my business partner on you. You know, he picks, you know, he picks up on me a lot.Afolabi 00:03:19  He's like, hey, I love you. What did you do this weekend? I'm like, no, I did nothing. I just sat on my couch and I was watching soccer all day. I was not doing nothing. You know, sometimes he calls me. I said, I'm going to stop disturbing me. I'm on the field with my son. We're playing soccer here. Please. You know. Yeah.Josh 00:03:41  So, yeah.Afolabi 00:03:42  Freedom. Time to spend time with your loved one is very important. So I'll make sure that this time I automate so that I can free up myself to do whatever I want whenever I wanted to do it. I don't want anything just pressuring me down all the time. Because when I'm thinking I'm creating things that are so valuable in my rest time. Yeah, I could be sitting on a lounge. I mean, on a on a on a recliner. And you, you know, you when you're relaxed, when your mind is at rest, you so many creative ideas come to you and you can look into your business and, and actually spot all the things you are doing wrong when you're in a relaxed mode, you know?Josh 00:04:26  Yeah.Josh 00:04:27  So you're you're kind of three takeaways then, right? If you were to restart would be to innovate, automate and then have more time for thinking and just downtime in general. Right. So...

In this episode of Masters of Moments, Jake Wurzak sits down with Ethan Orley to unpack his unconventional path into boutique hotel development and management. What started as a post-GFC leap of faith on a 28-room hotel in Knoxville evolved into a design-driven hospitality platform focused on secondary and tertiary markets. Ethan shares how creativity, operational intensity, and disciplined real estate underwriting intersect in his approach to building distinctive properties that stand out without overextending on risk. From bootstrapping a speakeasy with six frat guys and free beer to navigating brand partnerships, third-party management, and the realities of food and beverage, Ethan offers a candid look at what it really takes to create and operate memorable hotels. He reflects on design storytelling, the importance of basis and incentives, and why sometimes the best opportunities are found off the radar. They discuss: How Ethan went from distressed debt and apartments to boutique hotels in secondary markets The role of design narrative and storytelling in creating differentiated hospitality experiences Why basis, incentives, and downside protection matter more than chasing hot markets Lessons learned from building and operating in-house management versus using third parties The hard truths of hotel food and beverage and what separates a struggling outlet from a profitable one Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on X: ⁠https://x.com/JWurzak⁠ 1 on 1 coaching with Jake: ⁠https://www.jakewurzak.com/coaching⁠ Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: ⁠https://bit.ly/3yg8Pwo⁠ Links: Oliver Hospitality - https://www.oliverhospitality.com/ Ethan on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethanorley/ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:0:22) - Why hotels: operations, design passion, and real estate upside (00:06:02) - Winning in secondary & tertiary markets (00:12:54) - Betting on ‘mixed' markets (00:16:44) - Indie vs. branded hotels (00:27:20) - Finding deals without a fund (00:32:17) - Design & storytelling (00:36:03) - Crafting the hotel's storyline (00:42:03) - When to use third-party management (00:48:50) - Outsourcing accounting & SOPs (00:52:40) - Food & beverage reality check (01:02:05) - Non-negotiables in new builds (01:07:13) - Favorite hospitality experience

Most entrepreneurs are addicted to the home run. The viral launch.The big breakthrough.The one massive deal that “changes everything.” But that's not how real businesses win. In Episode 673 of the TW3 Podcast, Terry breaks down the powerful baseball strategy of Small Ball — getting on base, advancing runners, applying…

Want to discover how health and wellness podcasters can secure lucrative sponsorship deals and build long-term brand partnerships that actually pay?  Bev Hampson is the founder and CEO of Category Three Media Group, a sponsorship and monetization agency specializing in health and wellness creators. With over a decade of experience in podcasting and eight years focused specifically on women's health, Bev helps podcasters build sustainable income through ethical partnerships, strategic campaigns, and smart pricing. In this episode, Bev breaks down how podcasters can start working with brands, build strong affiliate foundations, and structure sponsorship deals that grow both revenue and trust. In this episode, you'll learn: How to approach brands even if you don't have a big network Why affiliates are the best place to start if you're a smaller podcaster What to include in a winning media deck and pitch How to structure multi-touchpoint campaigns for higher conversions ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We'd love a review! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It helps more podcasters find the show. Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting? Explore how PodWritten can help: https://podwritten.com/services/ https://podwritten.com/

So many smart, capable women in business are working hard — but not seeing the profit to match. They're busy. They're delivering. They care deeply about their clients. And yet they're exhausted, stretched and under-earning. In this episode, Suzi unpacks the Invisible Work Trap — the work that feels productive and responsible but doesn't directly increase revenue or profitability — and what to do instead. In This Episode, You'll Discover: What "invisible work" is and why it keeps women busy but not profitable Why adding more to your offer can actually dilute its value The rule of "Revenue Before Refinement" How over-customising reduces scalability and margins The hidden cost of over-functioning for clients How to use a simple profitability filter before adding anything new You don't need to prove your value by exhausting yourself. You need clarity, boundaries and a commitment to profitable action. If this episode resonated, share it with another woman in business who might be stuck in the Invisible Work Trap. Mentioned in This Episode: Apply to Join the HerBusiness Network Reviewer: Lydia Dyhin, Calma Lifestyle Episode 328: 4 Systems That Saved My Sanity as a Business Owner

Today, I am joined by my friend, John McClain. He and I met at High Point last October and immediately connected.  John McClain is a multi-faceted leader in the interior design industry and proudly serves in his field as an interior designer, product designer, author, speaker, business coach, and podcast host. As the CEO and Creative Director of his internationally acclaimed award-winning interior design firm, John McClain Design, his interior design and home furnishings creations have been featured by numerous shelter publications and television networks including Elle Décor, Traditional Home, HGTV, CBS, and NBC. John is also a contributor to outlets such as Martha Stewart Living, Interior Design magazine, The Wall Street Journal, & House Beautiful. As a product designer, John has created distinctive home furnishings that have not only garnered awards but have made numerous television appearances in their own right. John's coffee table book, The Designer Within: A Professional Guide to A Well-Styled Home, features homes designed in his signature "Comfortable Chic" aesthetic alongside helpful design tips and processes. John has now taken his 15+ years of design business experience and launched an online education & business coaching program, The McClain Method where he instructs and coaches interior designers on best business practices. He continues these lessons on his popular podcast, The McClain Method. So in today's conversation, he and I dive into the real mechanics of running a design business, from the software we love and the ones we hate to the systems that actually support growth. We talk honestly about leadership, profitability, and why the right back-end structure can make or break a design studio. Today's episode is equal parts practical and refreshing, the kind of behind-the-scenes discussions that designers don't get to hear enough. Connect with John McClain: Check out John's AI Brand Voice Kickstart: https://www.mcclainmethod.com/kickstart_prompt John's Website: https://www.instagram.com/johnmcclaindesign Follow John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themcclainmethod   Mentioned in this episode: Access the full video interview with Elana Steele of Steele Appliance here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/appliance   Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/john-mcclain-design-business-systems 

Two overlooked “levers” helped Kent Ritter scale past 1,000 multifamily units—and most operators have never even thought of them. One helps you keep tenant turnover low, slashes your CapEx costs by 30%, and keeps your cash flow flowing. The other allows you to build properties for cheaper, do less capital raising, and get on the local government's good side. Even if you've heard of these tactics, you probably haven't tried them. Today, Kent Ritter from Hudson Investing discusses two strategies most operators overlook: in-house property management and public-private partnerships (P3s). First, Kent gives one of the best arguments for self-managing your assets: it keeps tenants for longer, creates more durable cash flow, and has massively lowered his expenses. Plus, he shares a new AI tool that is speeding up leasing and keeping his staff costs near rock-bottom. Next, the $2,000,000+ benefit Kent's team is receiving from public-private partnerships (P3). These P3 partnerships allow him to build with less pushback, raise capital faster (and easier), and bring positive change to the cities he's investing in, further pushing up his property values. Insights from today's episode: The true cost of an average property manager and why Kent switched to in-house Receiving millions in incentives from local governments with public-private partnerships How to save 30%+ on your CapEx costs by simply putting your own people in place  Why your property isn't performing as well as you thought it would (you can fix this) Property management tech to use (and avoid) and a new AI tool Kent highly recommends  How to pinpoint the best public-private partnerships and which towns want you to build  — Connect with Kent on LinkedIn Invest with Hudson Investing Follow Kent on Instagram Ritter on Real Estate Podcast  EliseAI Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

To get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit www.WOSPodcast.comThis show includes the following songs:Sara Diana - Is That Blood FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYJulia Dawson - Guilty FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYamm - tell me the truth (softer) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYI Want Poetry - Apology FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYBad Penny - Love Bomb (feat. Cherie Currie) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYDevah - To Depression FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSharon Silverstein & The Peace Project - Let More Lovin' FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYCoyote Reverie - Side Show (Phatwave Chillmix) FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYKatya Redpath - Wake Up FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYMelanie Georgiou - In The Next Life FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYSarah Bugar - Hard to kill FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFANFAIRE - Lost City FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYViolet - Set Me Free FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYAlexayndra - Death of a Dream FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYShery M - Goin Gone FOLLOW ON SPOTIFYFor Music Biz Resources Visit www.FEMusician.com and www.ProfitableMusician.comVisit our Sponsor Sophia AvaVisit our SponsorVisit our SponsorVisit our SponsorVisit www.wosradio.com for more details and to submit music to our review board for consideration.Visit our resources for Indie Artists: https://www.wosradio.com/resourcesBecome more Profitable in just 3 minutes per day. http://profitablemusician.com/join