Podcasts about readiness

A life of readiness is not always what we think it is. During Jesus' last days, He made it clear the importance of living a life that reflected God's goodness! The Gospel Matthew explains our lives are not always being what we think they are. We find ourselves unprepared and sometimes we develop a false sense of reality. Laziness, hypocrisy, is the posture we stay in when we never were truly seeking Him! Readiness is the posture we take as we look forward to His second coming! Add St. Marcus as your church on the Church Center App!Fill out our online connection cardHow can we pray for you? If you'd like to leave an offering or monetary donation to our ministry please click here.

Josee Smith found her way to chase her dreams a little bit at a time and has now published multiple books and coaches busy women to do the same. And how did it all start? Not with perfectionism! But instead with a steady commitment to showing up and continuously pursuing what gave her purpose and joy.This episode is a must listen for every woman wanting to carve out time and space for themselves and feel more fulfilled.Find Josee hereFollow her hereOn Tiktok••• Love the show? Leave a five star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ on Apple Podcasts — it means the world to me and helps more women find the simple + intentional podcast Join my email list for updates, tips + inspiration by downloading your free intentional living guide here Instagram @simpleintentional Read www.simpleintentional.com Want more support? Work with me one-on-one: hello@simpleintentional.com

God's armor may not always feel comfortable, but it is necessary. It's not a buffet. It's irreducibly complex. Miss one piece and you're vulnerable—like an old VW bus with 12,000 parts and no brake fluid. One small omission can become a big disaster. We tend to trust our strengths too much. Blind spots are real. David, Peter, Abraham, Moses—giants with gaps. The armor is “of God.” That means the source and the standard are God, not me. I traced the cultural shift in authority: ancient (Scripture), modern (science), postmodern (self). We live in the age of “I feel,” where feelings often sit in the driver's seat. But Ephesians assumes an ancient posture: God speaks; Scripture is authority; I submit my emotions, not the other way around. With God's armor, we CAN withstand. Not easily, but truly (1 Corinthians 10:13; Romans 6). We celebrate forgiveness—and we should—but we should also celebrate that we are no longer slaves to sin. New covenant hearts want God. We get deceived when we trade deep joy for cheap thrills. Cheap is available. Deep takes patience and wisdom. Porn promises intensity and leaves people empty, ashamed, and alone. Shallow “community” at the bar gives the feeling of companionship without the truth that transforms us. Buying kids off with stuff substitutes for the hard and beautiful work of forming souls. When tempted, pause and ask, “What do I most want in ten years?” Pray. Phone a friend. Choose the long game. Then there's “the evil day.” Not Revelation horses. The personal season when the waves don't stop. Some in Scripture fell on their evil day; others stood—Joseph, Daniel, Shadrach/Meshach/Abednego, Paul, and Jesus. We come to the Table to be strengthened, so when that day comes, we can stand.

My most recent guests, Alice Driscoll and Louise van Haarst, talked with me about their book, Smart Conflict: How to have hard conversations at work. They introduced their Five R Model: Reflection, Regulation, Readiness, Response, and Repair. Thinking about Response. There are times when you know the likely path a difficult conversation will take.  You may know the other person well. Or you may have had a variation of this conversation before. Or both. A prepared response can prevent us from feeling tongue-tied and then resorting to silence, or unhelpful body language, or blurting out something that will make matters worse.  And the very act of preparation is helpful, too. Do you have comments or suggestions about a topic or guest? An idea or question about conflict management or conflict resolution? Let me know at jb@dovetailresolutions.com! And you can learn more about me and my work as a mediator and a Certified CINERGY® Conflict Coach at www.dovetailresolutions.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/janebeddall/.Enjoy the show for free on your favorite podcast app or on the podcast website: https://craftingsolutionstoconflict.com/  

In this episode of Let's Combinate: Drugs + Devices, host Subhi Saadeh is joined by Ben Locwin to break down what's changing in FDA pre-approval and pre-license inspections—and why the “inspection side” of approval is becoming a bigger conversation.They cover how PAIs and PLIs fit into the approval pathway, why Complete Response Letters (CRLs) can be driven by inspection outcomes, and what it would mean to “decouple” approval decisions from inspection timing. The conversation also explores the pros and cons of unannounced inspections, the realities of FDA capacity and scheduling, and how FDA's PreCheck program is shaping the onshoring/manufacturing-readiness narrative in the U.S. Finally, they zoom out to compare international inspection approaches and what global trends could signal for industry.What you'll learn-The difference between Pre-Approval Inspections (PAIs) and Pre-License Inspections (PLIs)-How inspection outcomes can lead to CRLs—even when the application looks strong on paper-Why industry is talking about decoupling approval from PAI timing-The idea behind FDA PreCheck and what “facility readiness” looks like-Unannounced inspections: where they help, where they create risk-How inspection expectations compare across global regulatorsChapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:10 Understanding Pre-Approval and Pre-License Inspections01:54 Challenges and Industry Perspectives03:08 FDA Complete Response Letters (CRLs)05:23 Unannounced Inspections: Pros and Cons08:55 Economic and Regulatory Considerations12:37 Onshoring and the PreCheck Program22:51 Global Regulatory Landscape25:11 Conclusion and FarewellBen Locwin is a Healthcare Executive, MMA fighter, Jiu Jtisu pro and Quality and Regulatory SME working in medical devices, pharma and other regulated industries.Subhi Saadeh is a Quality Professional and host of Let's Combinate. With a background in Quality, Manufacturing Operations and R&D he's worked in Large Medical Device/Pharma organizations to support the development and launch of Hardware Devices, Disposable Devices, and Combination Products for Vaccines, Generics, and Biologics. Subhi serves currently as the International Committee Chair for the Combination Products Coalition(CPC) and as a member of ASTM Committee E55 and also served as a committee member on AAMI's Combination Products Committee.For questions, inquiries or suggestions please reach out at letscombinate.com or on the show's LinkedIn Page.

Host Susan Diaz sits down with Jennifer Hufnagel (Hufnagel Consulting), an AI educator and AI readiness consultant who's trained 4K+ people. They break down what "AI readiness" actually means (spoiler: it's not buying Copilot), why AI doesn't fix broken processes or dirty data, and how leaders can build real capability through training programs, communities of practice, and properly resourced AI champions. Episode summary Susan Diaz and Jennifer Hufnagel met in "the most elite way possible": both were quoted in The Globe and Mail about women and AI. Jennifer shares her background as a business analyst and digital adoption / L&D consultant, and how she pivoted when clients began asking for AI workshops right after ChatGPT's release. Together, they map a simple but powerful framework: AI awareness (practice + play, foundational learning, early change management) AI readiness (software stack, data quality, workflows, current state, and - quietly - the "people audit") AI adoption (implementation, strategy, and ongoing integration) Jennifer explains why "audit" language scares people, but the work is essential - especially talking to humans about what's frustrating, what takes time, and where fear is showing up. She shares what she's seeing after training thousands: AI fluency is still low, people obsess over tools, and many assume AI will solve problems that are actually process or data issues. The second half gets practical: what "workflows" really mean (step-by-step checklists), how AI now makes documenting processes easier than ever (voice → SOPs), why prompt engineering isn't dead but "100 prompts for your bookkeeping business" is mostly snake oil, and why one-off training sessions don't create real fluency. They close with how to build sustainable AI capability: proper training programs, leadership-led culture, communities of practice, and protecting champions from becoming unpaid help desks. Key takeaways AI readiness is the middle of the journey. Jennifer frames AI maturity as: awareness → readiness → adoption. Most organisations skip readiness and wonder why adoption stalls. Readiness includes software, data, process… and people. You can call it a software/data/process audit, but you still have to talk to humans about their day-to-day work, pain points, and fears. That's where the truth lives. AI fluency is still lower than the headlines suggest. Jennifer questions rosy "90% adoption" stats because many rooms she's in still show low real-world usage beyond basic experimentation. Stop obsessing over tools. Companies are writing AI policy around tools and forcing everyone into a single platform. Jennifer argues the real goal is discernment, critical thinking, and clarity - not "pick one tool and pray". AI doesn't fix broken processes or dirty data. If your workflows aren't documented, AI will scale the chaos. If your data is messy, the analysis will be messy too. Readiness comes first. A workflow is just a checklist. Jennifer demystifies "workflow" as step-by-step instructions and ownership: who does what, when. Sticky notes on a wall is a valid start. Process documentation is easier than ever. You can dictate steps into a model (without passwords) and ask it to produce an SOP/checklist - getting knowledge out of people's heads and into a shareable format. Prompting isn't dead, but promise-all prompt packs are mostly hype. Prompting differs by model, and the best move is often to ask the model how to prompt it - and how to troubleshoot when output is wrong. One-off AI workshops don't create fluency. AI changes too fast. Real capability requires programs, practice, communities of practice, office hours, and change management - plus leadership modelling and culture. Don't burn out your AI champions. Champions need dedicated time, resources, and leadership sponsorship. Otherwise they become unpaid AI help desks and the entire initiative becomes fragile. Community of practice is the unlock. Jennifer shares her in-person "AI Chats & Bites" group and encourages finding online + in-person + internal communities to keep learning alive. Episode highlights 00:01 — The 30-day podcast-to-book sprint and why people are saying yes in December 00:40 — Susan + Jennifer meet via The Globe and Mail "women and AI" feature 01:21 — Jennifer's origin story: business analyst → digital adoption/L&D → AI readiness 04:09 — The three-part framework: awareness → readiness → adoption 05:03 — Readiness: software stack, data quality ("dirty data"), and mapping current state 06:13 — "People audit" without calling it that: interview humans about pain + fear 08:02 — What Jennifer sees after ~4,000 trainees: fluency still low + stats don't match reality 09:38 — AI doesn't fix broken processes; it scales whatever is there 10:55 — Workflows explained as checklists; "won the lottery" handoff test 12:18 — Dictate your process into AI → generate SOPs/checklists 14:24 — Prompting isn't dead; ask the model to help you prompt + troubleshoot 17:50 — Why one-off training doesn't work; AI fluency requires a program + practice 22:15 — Burning out champions and why AI culture must be top-down 27:49 — Communities of practice: online + local + internal 31:00 — Common mistakes: vending-machine mindset, believing output, not defining the problem 35:31 — Women and AI: opportunity, fear, resilience, and "be in the grey" 39:51 — Where to find Jennifer: hufnagelconsulting.ca + LinkedIn Guest info Jennifer Hufnagel Website: hufnagelconsulting.ca Email: hello@hufnagelconsulting.ca Best place to connect: LinkedIn - Jennifer Hufnagel If AI adoption feels stuck in your organization, don't buy another tool first. Start with readiness: Map one workflow end-to-end. Talk to the humans doing it daily. Clean up the process and data enough that AI can actually help. Then build fluency through a program - not a one-off workshop - and protect your champions with real time and resources.   Connect with Susan Diaz on LinkedIn to get a conversation started. Agile teams move fast. Grab our 10 AI Deep Research Prompts to see how proven frameworks can unlock clarity in hours, not months. Find the prompt pack here.

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This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to⁠ outcomesrocket.com In fast-moving markets, too much information can feel reassuring, but it may actually be holding organizations back. In this episode, Sandy Richardson and Zoe Brown, Principals in Lumanity's Strategy Consulting team, explore how companies can move beyond information overload and build true competitive readiness through focus, collaboration, and action. They emphasize that real insight comes from asking the right questions and filtering out noise, rather than accumulating more data. Sandy and Zoe emphasize the importance of ongoing, structured collaboration between global and local teams to maintain competitive readiness as an active and embedded process, rather than a reactive one. Throughout the conversation, they touch on how scenario planning, simulations, and clear action plans enable organizations to prepare for uncertainty while maintaining focus on their core strategy. Tune in to learn how competitive readiness can become a living capability that helps your organization stay prepared, confident, and ahead of what's coming next! Resources Connect with and follow Sandy Richardson on LinkedIn. Connect with and follow Zoe Brown on LinkedIn. Follow Lumanity on LinkedIn and explore their website!

Simon Schmincke, Partner bei Creandum, spricht über die entscheidenden Faktoren für Series A Readiness. Er teilt, warum Hiring Capabilities und Produktliebe wichtiger als pure Umsatzmetriken sind, wie sie bei Kahoot ohne Monetarisierung investierten und warum ein starkes Team der Schlüssel zum Erfolg ist. Was du lernst: Die zwei entscheidenden Series A Faktoren Warum Umsatz nicht alles ist Die Balance zwischen Metriken und Vision Wie du die richtigen Signale sendest ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY: https://stan.store/fabiantausch   Mehr zu Simon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonschmincke/  CREANDUM: https://www.creandum.com/  Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter: 2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach: https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Bethany Alvaro is joined by Jennifer Parker, one of Australia's leading voices on maritime security, to examine the rapidly evolving strategic environment in the Indo-Pacific and what this means for Australia's naval capability, national preparedness and civilian resilience. With more than two decades of service as a warfare officer in the Royal Australian Navy, Parker now serves as an expert associate at the Australian National University's National Security College and works across a number of think tanks and universities, bringing both operational and strategic insight to the discussion. The pair discuss: Recent Chinese naval activity and what Australia should take from it. Naval preparedness in relation to capability, workforce and time. Civilian readiness and if fighting from Australia is plausible. The importance of maritime security for Australia and the civilian way of life. The work to better connect Defence, industry and the public. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team

In this client onboarding training, Lora Pada, AVP of Client Services, walks front office leaders through how to navigate the reverification portal, interpret case statuses, and manage exceptions without creating rework or delays. The session is an inside look at critical onboarding processes to ensure Infinx clients are prepared for the annual re-verification season.

Our listeners didn't sleep on this episode! It was one of the top downloaded episodes of 2025. Sleep expert Dr. Tina Burke shares her experience working with veterans, first responders and others who have trouble sleeping and provides tips on how to improve sleep including meditation, breathing techniques and establishing a routine.

In this conversation, Wendy Ryan and Charles Good explore the intricate dynamics of leadership, emphasizing the importance of mindset, skillset, and behavior. They discuss the challenges leaders face in developing a growth mindset, the critical role of self-awareness, and the necessity of prioritizing people over tasks. Wendy introduces her 3T model for decision-making and highlights the significance of humility and the five essential behaviors that define great leaders. The conversation concludes with a focus on cultivating talent by prioritizing readiness over potential.TAKEAWAYSMindset, skillset, and behavior are interconnected in leadership.Developing a growth mindset is often the most challenging for leaders.Self-awareness is crucial for effective leadership.Feedback should be viewed as a valuable gift.A people-first approach enhances long-term organizational success.Understanding bias and privilege is essential for inclusive leadership.The 3T model encourages leaders to make decisive choices.Great leaders exhibit focus, integrity, decisiveness, authenticity, and humility.Humility allows leaders to foster a growth mindset in others.Focusing on readiness ensures equitable talent development.CHAPTERS00:00 Exploring Leadership Frameworks02:16 The Challenge of Mindset in Leadership04:50 The Importance of Self-Awareness06:59 People First, Results Second Philosophy09:37 Addressing Bias and Privilege12:31 The 3T Model for Decision Making16:06 Five Essential Leadership Behaviors18:53 Understanding Humility in Leadership21:38 Focusing on Readiness in Talent Development28:14 Key Insights and Takeaways

Overview: In this episode of the SMB Community Podcast, hosts James Kernan and Amy Babinchak discuss the top opportunities for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) looking ahead to 2026. They focus on the importance of AI integration, data management, and the need for proper training, as well as compliance and governance issues. They also touch on the ongoing trends in mergers and acquisitions within the MSP industry. Additional topics include leveraging industry awards for marketing and the ongoing debate around cryptocurrency investments. The episode is full of actionable advice for MSPs aiming to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. --- Chapter Markers: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome  02:01 MSP Question of the Week: Top Opportunities for MSPs in 2026 02:53 AI and Data Management 05:42 Compliance and Regulations 08:34 Mergers and Acquisitions 11:15 Training and Readiness for AI 15:57 MSP Titans Event 19:37 Crypto Investments 22:10 Conclusion and Wrap-Up --- New Book Release: I'm proud to announce the release of my new book, The Anthology of Cybersecurity Experts! This collection brings together 15 of the nation's top minds in cybersecurity, sharing real-world solutions to combat today's most pressing threats. Whether you're an MSP, IT leader, or simply passionate about protecting your data, this book is packed with expert advice to help you stay secure and ahead of the curve. Available now on Amazon! https://a.co/d/f2NKASI --- Sponsor Memo: Since 2006, Kernan Consulting has been through over 30 transactions in mergers & acquisitions - and just this past year, we have been involved in six (6). If you are interested in either buying, selling, or valuation information, please reach out. There is alot of activity and you can be a part of it. For more information, reach out at kernanconsulting.com

Send us a textFTV This week I have the absolute pleasure of being joined by relationship and sexuality expert, Courtney Boyer.  M.Ed., M.S. Courtney is the author of "Not tonight, honey" (Why women actually don't want sex and what we can do about it) and we have a phenomenal conversation about postpartum intimacy touching on all, sometimes uncomfortable..for me at least, aspects of it.We talk about why the focus postpartum is on the physical recovery much more than the mental recovery and how a HUGE part of sexual intimacy is mental rather than just physically being able.How you can aid your recovery.How to have a meaningful conversation with your partner in such a way that they understand your wants and needs.And much, much more.I'm not gonna lie, my 48 year old Dutch-repressed man-brain isn't used to having an open conversation about this sort of stuff but Courtney is a great conversationalist and really knows what she's talking about.This might also be one of those episodes that you want to get your partner to listen to :)You can, and should, go find Courtney online in all the usual places;Her Website Instagram TikTokLinkedInand FacebookJust a  reminder that HPNB only has 5 billing cycles!So this means that you not only get 3 months FREE access, no obligation! BUT, if you decide you want to do the rest of the program, after only 5 months of paying $10/£8 a month you now get FREE LIFE TIME ACCESS! That's $50 max spend, in case you were wondering.This means you can sign up after your first child, use the program and recover and then still have access after giving birth to child 2 and 3!None of this "pay X amount a year" nonsense, once you've paid..you've paid!This makes HPNB not just the most efficient and complete post-partum recovery program, it's also BY FAR the best value.Remember to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for the competitions, wisdom and cute videos. And, of course, you can always find us on our YouTube channel if you like your podcast in video form :) Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions or comments    If you could rate the podcast on your favourite platform that would be a big help. Playing us out this week; "On our own" by Thee Alchemist Oxford 

Holidays are upon us. Are you emotionally prepared?According to the results of a [2023] poll by the American Psychological Association:Nearly nine in 10 (89%) [US adults] say that concerns such as not having enough money, missing loved ones and anticipating family conflict cause them stress at this time of year.While stress appears to be common at this time of year, 43% said that the stress of the holidays interferes with their ability to enjoy them and 36% said the holidays feel like a competition. Even if you are the one in 10 who does not stress during the holidays, chances are you will spend time with others who do. Either way, there are tools to help you navigate whatever may come up at this time of year. Listen to this meditation to practice emotional readiness for the holidays now. To join us for the upcoming Healing Program, visit https://FearFoodFemininePower.com/programTo join us LIVE for The Meditation & Healing Circle - every Sunday at 10am US ET / 7am US PT - visit https://CommunityforConsciousLiving.com. When you join live, you can stay on after the recorded meditation for Q&A, support and discussion.

In episode 376 of The Physical Performance Show, professional triathlete Ellie Salthouse joins Hugh Darnell and Brad Beer for a deeply honest conversation about resilience, pressure, and longevity in elite endurance sport. Recorded following knee surgery and a strong return to racing, this episode unpacks what it truly takes to rebuild confidence, performance, and belief when the path back to the start line is anything but straightforward. Ellie reflects on her Wollongong T100 performance, the physical and mental demands of injury rehabilitation, and the systems that now support her consistency at the pointy end of the sport. From working with specialist coaches and reshaping her mental game, to mastering race-day execution, fueling, recovery, and decision-making under pressure, Ellie shares the frameworks that continue to sustain her elite career. Show Sponsor: The Rehab Mechanics offers Simple Tools and Real Results. Easy fixes for your feet with a massive impact. For 20% off all The Rehab Mechanics products. Go to www.therehabmechanics.com.au Enter discount code TPPS20 at checkout. In this episode, you'll hear Wollongong T100 debrief: executing the plan, racing at home, and handling the "always want the podium" competitor mindset Race-week routines: keeping things consistent, arriving a week early, and why Ellie doesn't taper heavily The injury story: severe knee pain pre-70.3 Worlds, major swelling post-race, scan results, and surgery timing (Feb) Rehab timeline & milestones: back on bike + pool at ~10 days, building trainer time, returning to road riding, quad activation challenges, strength work, and a ~6-month return to start line The mental toll of injury: identity, motivation, sponsor pressure vs internal pressure, and staying process-driven with "small controllables" Return-to-racing lessons: Vancouver as the first race back, managing expectations, and surprising run performance with minimal prep Mental performance breakthrough: building a "toolbox" with a sports psych, handling pressure, thoughts, and race-week spirals Tools that work: "a thought is just a thought," bus analogy, and the "monsters in the boat" approach to sitting with emotions Coaching structure shift: moving from one coach (8 years with Siri) to specialists (swim/cycle/run/strength) + managing training load Training with data: the steep learning curve of power/metrics and why it took ~12 months to truly click Partner + coach dynamic: boundaries between "boyfriend Zach" and "coach Zach," and why switching off matters Race-day execution: whiteboard cues, focusing on controllables, and adapting plans on the fly Fueling evolution: from "a few gels and Gatorade" to calculated carbs/sodium/fluid + planned recovery Recovery essentials: movement-based recovery, boots, protein targets, sauna/ice baths, sleep, magnesium, and tracking what actually works Filtering the '1%ers': ease of use, time cost, measurability, and avoiding noise What's next: 70.3 World Champs (Marbella) then camp in the Canary Islands and T100 World Champs (Qatar, Dec 13) Ellie's advice: stay disciplined, stay hungry, trust your instincts Listener challenge: 20 x 3 min tempo / 3 min endurance on the bike (yes… brutal) Quotes / takeaways "A feeling is just a feeling. A thought is just a thought." "If it's a chore or doesn't integrate into your life, it's probably not the right 1%er." "Who's willing to suffer the most — that's the name of the game." Partners / links mentioned Show sponsor: The Rehab Mechanics — 20% off with code TPPS20 at checkout (therehabmechanics.com.au) Follow Ellie: @elliesalthouse (Instagram) Timeline 00:00 – Introduction & sponsor: The Rehab Mechanics + TPPS20 discount 01:13 – Hugh introduces featured performer: Ellie "Salty" Salthouse + Wollongong T100 context 02:43 – Ellie joins: quick bio + why this conversation has been a long time coming 03:42 – Wollongong T100 debrief: home-race energy, execution, 4th place 05:04 – Race-week process: keeping routine consistent + days leading into race 06:21 – "Pressure in the athlete hotel": being around competitors all week 07:43 – Knee injury origin: severe pain pre-70.3 Worlds, race week adjustments 09:03 – Post-Worlds swelling + scan findings: missing cartilage + floating fragments 10:17 – Surgery timing (early Feb) + season disruption + finding positives 11:43 – "Blessing in disguise": freshness late season + only 5 races so far 12:37 – Rehab milestones: back on bike & in pool ~10 days post-op 13:59 – Quad shutdown challenge: stim/BFR + "it finally clicked" 14:28 – Return-to-racing timeline: ~6 months off the start line 14:57 – Mental toll of injury: motivation, identity, checklist of controllables 16:20 – Sponsor pressure vs internal pressure: clauses, but mostly self-driven 17:14 – First race back: Vancouver expectations + rebuilding run fitness 19:02 – Surprise outcome: 11th place + faster-than-expected run execution 19:31 – The "low expectations / low pressure" effect when returning 20:48 – Key win: testing the knee under race stress (sand, mounts/dismounts) 21:48 – Perspective from Jan Frodeno: same surgery took him a year 22:44 – Mental performance shift: why big races used to unravel 24:07 – Working with a sports psych: building a toolbox for pressure + thoughts 25:28 – Why mental coaching should be "the 4th discipline" 26:54 – Advice for athletes who didn't gel with a sports psych before 27:47 – Readiness + openness: why it clicked this time 29:54 – Practical tools: "thoughts on a bus" + "monsters in the boat" analogy 33:26 – Coaching evolution: leaving Siri after 8 years + hard "breakup" conversation 36:10 – Why specialists: swim/cycle/run/strength + being great at all three 39:42 – Adjustment year: results dipped before training began correlating again 40:08 – Learning to train with data: cadence/speed → full power metrics 42:32 – When it clicked: 12 months to understand, 18 months to see new numbers 43:30 – Negatives of multi-coach model: communication + squad consistency when travelling 44:47 – Partner + coach dynamic: boundaries, downtime, and early arguments 47:35 – Race-day execution: Zach's whiteboard cues, focus, and adapting plans 50:16 – Discipline vs instincts: sticking to plan without getting dragged into racing emotions 52:14 – The "ability to suffer": born with it + learned deeper over time 55:33 – Hard sessions nerves: nothing to lose vs race-day stakes 57:23 – Fueling shift: from "whatever felt right" to calculated carbs/sodium/fluid 59:47 – Recovery pillars: movement, boots, protein targets, sauna/ice baths 01:01:33 – Sleep & performance: 8+ hours, magnesium, investing in a great bed 01:03:21 – Filtering "1%ers": track it, keep it easy, avoid time-wasting noise 01:07:27 – What's next: 70.3 Worlds (Marbella) + Canary Islands camp + T100 Worlds (Qatar) 01:08:20 – Ellie's advice: stay disciplined, stay hungry, trust your instincts 01:08:49 – Listener challenge: 20 x 3 min tempo / 3 min endurance on the bike 01:10:14 – Episode close, credits, and sponsor reminder

Readiness for demanding graces - Fr. Lucas Laborde. Click here for today's readings.With what aspect of your faith journey does this passage resonate? Have some opportunities and gifts from God placed some demand or constraints on you? How have you been led to grow because of those opportunities?

Today we are featuring two articles that relate to moving genetics into mainstream healthcare. In our first segment, we discuss polygenic risk scores and the transition from research to clinical use. Our second segment focuses on hypermobility Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and the triaging of clinical referrals.    Segment 1: Readiness and leadership for the implementation of polygenic risk scores: Genetic healthcare providers' perspectives in the hereditary cancer context   Dr Rebecca Purvis is a post-doctoral researcher, genetic counsellor, and university lecturer and coordinator at The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. Dr Purvis focuses on health services delivery, using implementation science to design and evaluate interventions in clinical genomics, risk assessment, and cancer prevention.   In this segment we discuss: - Why leadership and organizational readiness are critical to successful clinical implementation of polygenic risk scores (PRS). - How genetic counselors' communication skills position them as key leaders as PRS moves from research into practice. - Readiness factors healthcare systems should assess, including culture, resources, and implementation infrastructure. - Equity, standardization, and implementation science as essential tools for responsible and sustainable PRS adoption. Segment 2: A qualitative investigation of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome genetics triage   Kaycee Carbone is  a genetic counselor at Boston Children's Hospital in the Division of Genetics and Genomics as well as the Vascular Anomalies Center. Her clinical interests include connective tissue disorders, overgrowth conditions, and somatic and germline vascular anomaly conditions. She completed my M.S. in Genetic Counseling at the MGH Institute of Health Professions in 2023. The work she discusses here, "A qualitative investigation of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome genetics triage," was completed as part of a requirement for this graduate program.    In this segment we discuss: - Why genetics clinics vary widely in how they triage referrals for hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS). - How rising awareness of hEDS has increased referral volume without clear guidelines for diagnosis and care. - The ethical and emotional challenges genetic counselors face when declining hEDS referrals. - The need for national guidelines and clearer care pathways to improve access and coordination for EDS patients. Would you like to nominate a JoGC article to be featured in the show? If so, please fill out this nomination submission form here. Multiple entries are encouraged including articles where you, your colleagues, or your friends are authors.   Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Dialogues! In the meantime, listen to all our episodes Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Dialogues”.    For more information about this episode visit dnadialogues.podbean.com, where you can also stream all episodes of the show. Check out the Journal of Genetic Counseling here for articles featured in this episode and others.    Any questions, episode ideas, guest pitches, or comments can be sent into DNADialoguesPodcast@gmail.com.    DNA Dialogues' team includes Jehannine Austin, Naomi Wagner, Khalida Liaquat, Kate Wilson and DNA Today's Kira Dineen. Our logo was designed by Ashlyn Enokian. Our current intern is Stephanie Schofield.

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If you're waiting until you feel ready, you'll be waiting forever.I used to think I had to feel ready before launching, pitching, or putting myself out there. But if I'd waited? I'd still be broke. Every big move I've made in business happened before I felt fully ready — and that's what actually built my confidence.In this episode, I'm breaking down the myth of readiness, why it's keeping you stuck, and how to take action even when it feels scary.What I Cover:Why “ready” is a perfectionist trap — not a prerequisiteHow waiting creates stagnation (and how action creates clarity)Why no one actually feels ready before the thing that changes their lifeWhat I did to break out of the readiness cycle and start making moneyKey Mindset Truths:⚠️ Ready Is a Lie → It's your brain trying to keep you safe — not successful

In this episode, Ryan Williams Sr. interviews Reginald J. Davis, a senior cloud solutions architect, podcaster, and mentor in the IT field. They discuss Reginald's journey in IT, the importance of mentorship, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the significance of data readiness and governance in AI implementation. Reginald shares insights on his experiences in the cybersecurity landscape, the Develop Every Mind podcast, and his passion for giving back to the community. The conversation also touches on personal interests, including cigar culture and family life, highlighting the balance between professional and personal commitments. Buy the guide: https://www.theothersideofthefirewall.com/ Please LISTEN

Interview with Dorothy Creaven and Michael Cordner at AWS re:Invent Dublin-based startup Jentic was the first Irish company to complete the AWS Generative AI Accelerator, which concluded recently at AWS re:Invent in Las Vegas. The company is now focused on building enterprise awareness of its platform, supported by the launch of its AI Readiness Scorecard and its listing on AWS Marketplace. Founded in 2024 by Sean Blanchfield, Michael Cordner, and Dorothy Creaven, Jentic applies middleware and enterprise integration engineering to AI adoption, focusing on how APIs are defined, governed and safely executed by automated and agentic systems. AI adoption with API readiness platform Jentic Jentic operates at the integration layer, working with existing enterprise systems and APIs to make them clearer, more structured and more governable. This allows organisations to connect AI systems to real business infrastructure in a controlled and observable way, without replacing existing platforms or bypassing established security and compliance processes. Built on Enterprise Infrastructure Experience The company's approach is shaped by the founders' backgrounds in building large-scale infrastructure. Blanchfield previously co-founded Demonware, acquired by Activision Blizzard, and PageFair. Cordner co-founded Mindconnex, while Creaven previously led Rent the Runway's Irish operations. Speaking to Irish Tech News at AWS re:Invent, Michael Cordner, CTO of Jentic, said many enterprises are now encountering limits in how their systems were originally built. "We got away with cutting corners for 20 years when we were developing APIs for developers," said Cordner . "But now we're trying to let AI loose on those same APIs, and the standards are much more stringent. Even the most intelligent AI in the world is useless without the right information on how to actually use a system." From Jentic's perspective, the current interest in AI exposes long-standing weaknesses in enterprise integration. Automated systems can reason and decide, but they can only act through APIs. If those interfaces are poorly documented, inconsistently structured or weakly governed, behaviour becomes unpredictable. "We're a business logic and infrastructure layer for AI agents," explains Dorothy Creaven, COO of Jentic. "Software has always been built on APIs, but for AI to connect properly to enterprise systems, there has to be something that can make sense of those APIs and turn them into workflows organisations can rely on." Addressing Enterprise Control and Governance A recurring issue Jentic encounters with enterprise customers is organisational hesitation. Senior leadership often wants progress on AI strategy, while technology and security teams are concerned about control, traceability and risk. "Everyone is afraid to let AI loose in their organisation," Creaven observes. "There's a real concern about what systems might do when nobody is watching, whether actions can be traced, and how failures are handled." To address this, Jentic's platform includes a sandboxed execution environment that mirrors production APIs. This allows organisations to test AI-driven workflows, observe behaviour and understand failure modes before anything is connected to live systems. "We provide an environment that mirrors real APIs, but in a way that's safe," Creaven comments. "You can see exactly what's happening, with auditability and logging, and you can only move forward once you're confident the behaviour is correct." Launch of the AI Readiness Scorecard This approach underpins the launch of Jentic's AI Readiness Scorecard, a free, automated assessment tool introduced at AWS re:Invent. The scorecard evaluates APIs across multiple dimensions, including structure, security, documentation quality and discoverability. According to Jentic, its analysis of more than 1,500 well-known APIs highlights repeated gaps. These include missing authentication details, invalid OpenAPI specifications, i...

As organizations race to adopt AI, many discover an uncomfortable truth: ambition often outpaces readiness. In this episode of the ITSPmagazine Brand Story Podcast, host Sean Martin speaks with Julian Hamood, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer at TrustedTech, about what it really takes to operationalize AI without amplifying risk, chaos, or misinformation.Julian shares that most organizations are eager to activate tools like AI agents and copilots, yet few have addressed the underlying condition of their environments. Unstructured data sprawl, fragmented cloud architectures, and legacy systems create blind spots that AI does not fix. Instead, AI accelerates whatever already exists, good or bad.A central theme of the conversation is readiness. Julian explains that AI success depends on disciplined data classification, permission hygiene, and governance before automation begins. Without that groundwork, organizations risk exposing sensitive financial, HR, or executive data to unintended audiences simply because an AI system can surface it.The discussion also explores the operational reality beneath the surface. Most environments are a patchwork of Azure, AWS, on-prem infrastructure, SaaS platforms, and custom applications, often shaped by multiple IT leaders over time. When AI is layered onto this complexity without architectural clarity, inaccurate outputs and flawed business decisions quickly follow.Sean and Julian also examine how AI initiatives often emerge from unexpected places. Legal teams, business units, and individual contributors now build their own AI workflows using low-code and no-code tools, frequently outside formal IT oversight. At the same time, founders and CFOs push for rapid AI adoption while resisting the investment required to clean and secure the foundation.The episode highlights why AI programs are never one-and-done projects. Ongoing maintenance, data validation, and security oversight are essential as inputs change and systems evolve. Julian emphasizes that organizations must treat AI as a permanent capability on the roadmap, not a short-term experiment.Ultimately, the conversation frames AI not as a shortcut, but as a force multiplier. When paired with disciplined architecture and trusted guidance, AI enables scale, speed, and confidence. Without that discipline, it simply magnifies existing problems.Note: This story contains promotional content. Learn more.GUESTJulian Hamood, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer at TrustedTech | On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-hamood/Are you interested in telling your story?▶︎ Full Length Brand Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#full▶︎ Spotlight Brand Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#spotlight▶︎ Highlight Brand Story: https://www.studioc60.com/content-creation#highlightKeywords: sean martin, julian hamood, trusted tech, ai readiness, data governance, ai security, enterprise ai, brand story, brand marketing, marketing podcast, brand story podcast, brand spotlight Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the 340B Rebate Model Pilot approaches, hospitals and health systems are preparing for one of the most significant shifts the program has faced in years. In this episode, Jim Jorgensen is joined by Kristin Fox-Smith, Managing Director, and Jerame Hill, Chief Strategy Officer at Visante, to break down what the new rebate model means for covered entities.   This conversation is especially important for hospital executives as the rebate model directly impacts cash flow, staffing needs, operational risk, and financial planning. The group discusses the real-world implications of HRSA's guidance, including increased data and reconciliation complexity, ongoing uncertainty as January 1 approaches, and the decisions leaders may soon face. Listeners will also hear practical insight on how to prepare now to reduce risk and protect organizational performance.

True abundance often comes down to freedom: the freedom to choose how you spend your time, where you live, and who you build your life with. In this solo episode, Amy Sylvis pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to invest calmly and confidently, especially in hands-off opportunities like real estate syndications. Using real examples from active deals, Amy walks listeners through the behind-the-scenes realities of capital raising, timelines, and preparation. This episode is less about chasing the next opportunity and more about building a personal investment checklist that removes stress, prevents last-minute scrambling, and positions you to act with clarity when the right opportunity shows up. Even if real estate is not your focus, these principles apply to anyone who wants to invest with intention rather than urgency Connect with Amy Sylvis:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/Contact Us:https://www.sylviscapital.comhttps://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar00:00 Intro01:09 Year-End Reflections and Upcoming Episodes01:42 Understanding Hands-Off Income03:30 Real Estate Syndication Explained06:07 Preparing for Real Estate Investment10:26 Legal and Tax Considerations14:11 Final Tips and Strategies18:48 Conclusion and Farewell

In this episode of NucleCast, Adam talks with Dr. Byron Ristvet to discuss the complexities of nuclear testing, its historical context, and the current state of nuclear readiness. They delve into the types of nuclear tests, the role of various laboratories, and the controversial history surrounding Rocky Flats. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding nuclear policy and the implications of testing in today's geopolitical landscape.Currently, Dr, Ristvet is a consultant to Sandia National Laboratory and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for studies on nuclear test detection, and through Keystone International and MSTS, a consultant to LANL, DoE IN-1 and NNSA/NFO. He is a Senior Mentor in Sandia's Weapons Intern and Professional Development programs, and low yield nuclear monitoring research. Prior to his semi-retirement in February 2017, Dr. Ristvet was a senior subject matter expert (SME) to DTRA's Research and Development Directorate in the areas of nuclear and conventional weapons effects and testing, hard and deeply-buried-target characterization and defeat, counter-terrorism, cooperative threat reduction, knowledge preservation, nuclear test readiness, and to the Defense Threat Reduction Information Analysis Center. Prior to the underground nuclear testing (UGT) moratorium in 1992, he was the UGT containment scientist for the Defense Nuclear Agency. Based on his experience, he is an advisor to the U.S. intelligence community on foreign nuclear programs. Dr. Ristvet had a key role in DoD's Cooperative Threat Reduction efforts with the Russian Federation nuclear laboratories and the Kazakhstan National Nuclear Center. He is currently an Octant Associates consultant for DTRA nuclear proliferation prevention activities at the Semipalatinsk Test Site in Kazakhstan. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Nuclear Testing and Its Importance01:20 Understanding Nuclear Testing: Types and History05:38 Current State of Nuclear Testing and Readiness09:05 The Role of Laboratories in Nuclear Weapons Development13:34 Debunking Myths: The Rocky Flats Controversy18:27 Types of Nuclear Testing Conducted19:54 Key Takeaways and Future ConsiderationsSocials:Follow on Twitter at @NucleCastFollow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/nuclecastpodcastSubscribe RSS Feed: https://rss.com/podcasts/nuclecast-podcast/Rate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nuclecast/id1644921278Email comments and topic/guest suggestions to NucleCast@anwadeter.org

Dr. Fred Rosenberg interviews Chi Kapoor, founder and managing partner of KITC, a cybersecurity firm that works with healthcare organizations to protect sensitive data, maintain regulatory compliance, and strengthen resilience against digital threats. As cyberattacks against healthcare organizations continue to rise, private practice gastroenterology groups face growing exposure due to interconnected systems, third-party vendors, legacy medical devices, and increasing reliance on digital tools. Kapoor discusses why medical practices are frequent targets for ransomware and phishing attacks, where GI practices are most vulnerable, and how risks can originate outside a practice's direct control through vendors, cloud platforms, and outdated infrastructure. Join Rosenberg and Kapoor as they explore practical, cost-conscious steps GI practices can take to strengthen cybersecurity, build a culture of security among staff, address vulnerabilities without disrupting patient care, and prepare for emerging risks tied to telehealth, AI-enabled tools, and cloud-based systems. Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC Mixed and mastered by Hayden Margolis Gastro Broadcast, Episode 86, presented by TissueCypher from Castle Biosciences

In this insightful episode, Dr. Dave Chatterjee speaks with Greg Clark—longtime enterprise content management and cybersecurity leader—about a foundational but overlooked ingredient of AI success: information readiness. While organizations rush to implement artificial intelligence, many neglect the quality, governance, security, and contextual integrity of the data fueling these systems. As Clark notes, without clean, curated, and governed information, even the most advanced AI models will misfire—sometimes with damaging or legally significant consequences.Together, they explore why “garbage in, garbage out” is more relevant than ever in the AI era, especially as enterprises confront fragmented data, weak metadata, inconsistent governance, and high regulatory scrutiny. Dr. Chatterjee weaves in his Commitment–Preparedness–Discipline (CPD) governance framework, demonstrating why information readiness must be treated as a strategic capability, not a technical afterthought. The conversation illuminates how trust, data integrity, and responsible model oversight are emerging as competitive differentiators in the age of GenAI and agentic AI.Time Stamps00:49 — Dave introduces Greg Clark02:43 — Clark's 20+ year journey07:14 — Defining information readiness08:32 — Importance of understanding data09:58 — Data chaos and pitfalls12:00 — Trust erosion13:29 — Air Canada chatbot case16:22 — Auditability and explainability18:51 — CPD applied to AI governance20:43 — Operational maturity22:53 — JPMorgan's Responsible AI Council25:43 — Security as strategic capability27:35 — Zero trust and data protection30:32 — Mayo Clinic example31:25 — Metrics for buy-in32:50 — Destroy-your-business scenarios34:21 — Trust-first culture36:09 — Human-in-the-loop37:20 — GDPR case38:23 — Final reflectionsTo access and download the entire podcast summary with discussion highlights - https://www.dchatte.com/episode-97-ais-missing-puzzle-piece-why-information-readiness-determines-ai-success/Connect with Host Dr. Dave Chatterjee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dchatte/ Website: https://dchatte.com/Books PublishedThe DeepFake ConspiracyCybersecurity Readiness: A Holistic and High-Performance ApproachArticles PublishedRamasastry, C. and Chatterjee, D. (2025). Trusona: Recruiting For The Hacker Mindset, Ivey Publishing, Oct 3, 2025.Chatterjee, D. and Leslie, A. (2024). “Ignorance is not bliss: A human-centered whole-of-enterprise approach to cybersecurity preparedness,” Business Horizons, Accepted on Oct 29, 2024.Isik, O., Chatterjee, D., and...

"The first time that you speak with a supplier shouldn't be in a time of crisis. Our best customers work with us regularly, and we're constantly hearing from them." - Rick Bond, Chief Revenue Officer, Safeware When a crisis hits, procurement must move at lightning speed… but without cutting corners.  How do public agencies build systems that are nimble, compliant, and ready for anything? The answer to that question lies in proactive preparation, robust cooperative agreements, and the partnerships that power an effective emergency response. In this episode, Philip Ideson speaks with Tammy Rimes, Executive Director of National Cooperative Procurement Partners, and Rick Bond, Safeware's Chief Revenue Officer. Together, they share what really happens behind the scenes when disaster strikes, and how contract strategies and supplier relationships can turn from routine to lifesaving overnight. They also examine hard lessons learned from the pandemic, the critical role of due diligence, and why warehousing strategies are making a comeback. From practical war stories to high-level frameworks, this episode is a playbook for anyone navigating risk and rapid response. In this episode, Tammy and Rick discuss how to: Create ready-to-launch emergency contracts before you need them Run fast but thorough due diligence, even with "easy" agreements Build supplier relationships that go beyond the transaction Balance just-in-time strategies with smart warehousing investments Hold both parties accountable for resilience, not just price Links: Executive Briefing: Cooperative Procurement as a Tool for Emergency Preparedness Tammy Rimes on LinkedIn Rick Bond on LinkedIn Subscribe to This Week in Procurement Subscribe to Art of Procurement on YouTube

In this episode, Building Decarbonization Coalition Founder Executive Director Panama Bartholomy breaks down the rapid rise of heat pumps, the policy landscape shaping the transition, and why contractor confidence is the most important factor in the years ahead.

Situational awareness resets keep us focused and prepared as we move through the changes of our daily lives.  The post Situational Awareness Reset (Do This Everywhere) appeared first on Mind4Survival.

Our final episode of 2025! Cathal and Annette wrap up the year with takeaways from last week's Smart Conflict episode - plus Annette has a hilarious problem: she can't stop saying the word "problematic."In this Christmas special, we review key lessons from Alice Driscoll and Louise van Haast's brilliant conversation, thank our amazing community, and ask for your help with Annette's vocabulary crisis.IN THIS EPISODE:- Christmas catch-up with Cathal and Annette- Why last week's Smart Conflict episode is perfect for family gatherings- Annette's 3 takeaways from Smart Conflict- The 5 R's framework: Reflection, Regulation, Readiness, Response, Repair- Singles tennis to doubles tennis: Shifting from adversarial to collaborative- Annette's "problematic" word problem - we need your help!- Why "problematic" has become problematic- Thank yous to the team: Phoebe, Harrison, Grace- Thank yous to listeners: Angela Collins, David Monroe, Linda Menos, Jesse- Preview: Russell Beck on World of Work to 2030 (first episode back January)- Christmas wishes and 2026 excitementANNETTE'S 3 SMART CONFLICT TAKEAWAYS:1. The 5 R's Framework - Reflection, Regulation, Readiness, Response, Repair. If you're short on time, focus on REPAIR.2. Singles Tennis to Doubles Tennis - Move from adversarial (me vs you) to collaborative (us vs the problem together).3. The Decision Tree - Should I have this hard conversation? The book has a decision tree that helps you work through it.THE "PROBLEMATIC" CHALLENGE:Annette has banned herself from using the word "problematic" after realizing she says it constantly. She needs a replacement word that isn't "aligned" (already banned), isn't too rude, and works professionally.Help Annette! What should she say instead?RESOURCES:Smart Conflict Book: How to Have Hard Conversations at WorkAuthors: Alice Driscoll and Louise van HaastLast Week's Episode: Smart Conflict with Alice and LouiseWebsite: betteratwork.netInstagram: @betteratworkABOUT BETTER AT WORK:Making your work life better, one conversation at a time. New episodes every Thursday.We're back in January 2026 with Russell Beck discussing the World of Work to 2030.Submit your career dilemma: betteratwork.netThank you for an incredible 2025! See you in January 2026.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Cathal, Annette, and the Better at Work team!

This episode features C. William Schwab, MD, FACS, FRCS, a retired US Navy Commander from Philadelphia, who is among the growing number of trauma surgeons urging national trauma readiness. During the Edward D. Churchill Lecture at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress in Chicago, Dr. Schwab said that the US healthcare system's ability to respond to mass casualty events, including warfare-related injuries, is predicated on the preparedness of every surgeon and hospital system.   Talk about the podcast on social media using the hashtag #HouseofSurgery.  

In this episode, Jerry Bradshaw discusses: Pros and cons of prosthetics for canine training. The importance of teaching your dog to find the human being in the bite. Why training biting across different textures is key. Tips for safely and effectively utilizing prosthetics in training.    Key Takeaways: When you're trying to approximate down in training and are using equipment, you want to use equipment that is as thin as possible, but as thick as necessary. If you're beginning training with prosthetics, the arms can be a little easier to work with at first.  Leverage your dog's bite command right before they engage. If there is any confusion, leverage what they already know to get the behavior you're looking for.  Decoy schools should be teaching how to safely and properly incorporate prosthetic equipment.    "Biting any kind of equipment, the dogs are going to get used to a texture that gives their teeth some purchase in that particular piece of equipment…And so we want to make sure that they're willing to engage that new texture. We want to take advantage when we first introduce these things." —  Jerry Bradshaw   Episode References: Check out the Training Videos by Steve Sprouse at: https://www.arminleggan.com/  More information on the Kynology Seminar with Dr. Stewart Hilliard: https://kynology.org/    Get Jerry's book Controlled Aggression on Amazon.com   Contact Jerry: Website: controlledaggressionpodcast.com Email: JBradshaw@TarheelCanine.com Tarheel Canine Training:  www.tarheelcanine.com YouTube:  tarheelcanine Twitter: @tarheelcanine Instagram: @tarheelk9 Facebook: TarheelCanineTraining Protection Sports Website: psak9-as.org Patreon:   patreon.com/controlledaggression Slideshare: Tarheel Canine Calendly: https://calendly.com/tarheelcanine  Tarheel Canine Seminars: https://streetreadyk9.com/  Tarheel Canine Student Portal: https://tcstudentportal.com/    Sponsors:  ALM K9 Equipment: almk9equipment.com Tarheel Canine: tarheelcanine.com PSA & American Schutzhund: psak9-as.org The Drive Company: https://thedriveco.com/  The Drive Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrive.co  Dog Armour: http://www.dogarmour.com/  Rogue Arsenal: https://roguearsenal.com/    Train hard, train smart, be safe.     Show notes by Podcastologist Chelsea Taylor-Sturkie   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Anthony Franco—serial entrepreneur, co-author of AI First Principles and the Wiser Method, and host of the How to Founder podcast—to talk about what it really takes to implement AI effectively in SaaS businesses. The conversation breaks past the usual hype, diving deep into the practical messiness of entrepreneurship, building tech that serves real humans (not just outputs), and how intentional iteration leads to successful outcomes. Anthony Franco shares brutally honest stories of failure, the necessity of understanding end users, and the importance of starting with a noble cause before diving into AI adoption. If you're a founder wanting actionable strategies to build a future-proof company in the age of AI, this is your episode.Key Takeaways00:00 "AI, Bias, and Holographic Futures"03:44 "Future, Revenue Systems, and Strategy"07:34 "Entrepreneurs Fuel Prosperity"10:36 "Value Your Job, Avoid Mistakes"15:02 "Earn the Right to Rebuild"18:57 "User Experience Insights Revolution"21:34 Necessary Complexity and Risk Management25:49 "Leadership's Four Key Relationships"28:23 "Wiser Method: AI Principles"32:30 AI Missteps: Autonomy vs Collaboration35:25 "Challenging Ideas and Biases"38:03 "Readiness for Agentic Orchestration"43:00 "Feature Flags & Brand Magic"Tweetable Quotes“Entrepreneurs are the pioneers of economic prosperity—the ones willing to look foolish bring prosperity to all.” —Anthony Franco“If you automate broken things, you're just scaling your problems.” —Anthony Franco“Design for how the world is—not just how you wish it would be.” —Anthony Franco“The reason you write software is to make someone's life easier—not just your own.” —Anthony Franco“Stop coding. Go talk to the person you're coding for—not your manager, your end user.” —Anthony Franco“If you win 10% of the time and fail 90%, you still win. Micro-failures fuel learning.” —Anthony FrancoSaaS Leadership LessonsLead Arm-in-Arm, Not From AfarGreat leaders work alongside their teams, getting “calluses” from real workSet Honest Expectations About EntrepreneurshipDon't sell the dream—share failures and chaos as well as successes to guide founders realisticallyTalk to End Users—Don't Just Delegate DiscoveryLeaders must become chief customer advocates; direct feedback is transformative Don't Automate for Automation's SakeEvaluate the root causes and bottlenecks before layering on tools Embrace Necessary ComplexityNot all complexity is bad. Sometimes it's a competitive advantage or required for regulatory compliance Start Small—Iterate and Learn Before Scaling AIFocus on incremental improvement, pilot adoption, and learning from failures Guest Resourcesanthony@suitepea.comaifirstprinciples.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyfranco/x.com/anthonyfrancoEpisode SponsorThe Captain's KeysSmall Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbigpond.com/ Use the promo code ‘SaaSFuel'Champion Leadership Group – https://championleadership.com/SaaS Fuel ResourcesWebsite -

Defense leaders warn that fragile supply chains and maintenance bottlenecks could undermine readiness. Advanced AI-powered world models can help integrate real-time logistics data, predict disruptions, and accelerate manufacturing agility. Here to explain what “smart logistics” means for the military and the defense industrial base is Jon Gerrity, CEO of Tagup Inc.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Many nursing programs have high rates of students who fail or do not complete their program for other reasons. Retention is a problem when nurses are critically needed. This podcast with Drs. Hanwook Yoo, Xuechun Zhou, and Beth Phillips presents the results of a research study that showcases the importance of assessing academic readiness prior to admission to a nursing program. This article is OPEN ACCESS so read and share widely.

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This week, Australia bans kids under 16 from social media platforms. Should the US do the same? The CDC votes to change the recommendations for the hepatitis B infant vaccination schedule. Notre Dame is snubbed from the playoffs and rejects a bowl game. Mike Cosper and Clarissa Moll discuss these headlines. Then, Mike sits down with Rebeccah Heinrichs of The Hudson Institute for a conversation about the shifting historical narratives of the far right, why young men are drawn to authoritarian ideas, and the importance of maintaining global alliances to prevent world wars.     GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN:  -Join the conversation at our Substack.  -Find us on YouTube.  -Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice.  ABOUT THE GUESTS: Rebeccach Heinrichs is a senior fellow at Hudson Institute and the director of its Keystone Defense Initiative. She specializes in US national defense policy with a focus on strategic deterrence. Heinrichs currently serves as a commissioner on the bipartisan Strategic Posture Commission, which was created in the Fiscal Year 2022 National Defense Authorization Act. She also serves on the US Strategic Command Advisory Group and the National Independent Panel on Military Service and Readiness. She is an adjunct professor at the Institute of World Politics, where she teaches nuclear deterrence theory and is also a contributing editor of Providence: A Journal of Christianity and American Foreign Policy. ABOUT THE BULLETIN:  The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor-at-large and columnist) and Mike Cosper (senior contributor). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more.    The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more.    “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today  Producer: Clarissa Moll  Associate Producer: Alexa Burke  Editing and Mix: TJ Hester Graphic Design: Rick Szuecs Music: Dan Phelps  Executive Producer: Erik Petrik  Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AI failure rates shock me.Erin Gajdalo, CEO of Pluralsight, joined me and what she revealed about why AI projects collapse disturbed me even more..I expected to talk about tools, frameworks, and roadmaps.Instead, Erin asked me question I wasn't ready for:“Is your team actually ready for this? How can you even tell?"Um...Because most leaders — myself included — push for AI adoption without slowing down to ask if our teams can actually absorb the shift.Erin has led major transformations at Avantax, LPL, and now Pluralsight... and she's seen the same silent pattern across industries:Leaders blame the tech.Teams blame the workload.But the real problem is almost always hidden deeper.Readiness....and getting their quickly....is everything.In our conversation, she breaks down:

In this crossover episode of The Upper Brand and Tech Talks, hosts Rich Assmus, Kristine Young, and Julian Dibbell explore how brand licensing functions as a capital-efficient growth strategy—accelerating entry into new markets, categories, and geographies by pairing a company's brand equity or technology with a partner's manufacturing and distribution strengths. They walk through the practical lifecycle of a successful deal—from readiness and IP protection to partner diligence and crisp term sheets—and then dive into contract mechanics such as scope clarity, tailored royalty structures, calibrated exclusivity with performance milestones, and rigorous quality control. The discussion also addresses modern considerations including audits, ownership of improvements, AI-generated outputs and data compliance, sublicensing controls, exit planning, and dispute frameworks. Their closing advice: operationalize quality and align incentives so both parties win when the partnership wins. Episode Show Notes:  00:02 Introduction to IP Partnerships and Brand Licensing 3:15 Readiness checklist 4:56 Contract scope and definitions 6:28 Exclusively without handcuffs 8:09 Oversight and ownership 9:55 Sublicensing, terms, and termination 11:37 Built-in resilience

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Brad Carson, President of Americans for Responsible Innovation (ARI) and former President of the University of Tulsa, to explore how frontier technologies like AI and synthetic biology are reshaping national security, public policy, and society.Drawing on his experience as Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, Brad explains why AI is a powerful—yet potentially dangerous—force within the military and beyond. He shares what motivated him to launch ARI and highlights the urgent need for transparent testing, safety standards, and guardrails to prevent harms ranging from misinformation and terrorism risks to harm to children.Brad also outlines the policy innovations needed to keep pace, including government's ability to hire top-tier technical talent and more agile regulatory approaches that leverage both public and private sector capabilities.Looking ahead, he warns that AI capable of automating most cognitive work could upend the social contract, challenge democracy, and redefine what it means to be human. ARI's mission, he emphasizes, is to help society navigate toward the brighter future—one where frontier technology lifts humanity rather than destabilizes it.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review - Apple or Spotify. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Go Gaddis Real Estate Radio! I'm Cleve Gaddis—here to help you go from real estate novice to expert so buying and selling a home can be done with total confidence and without all the stress, confusion, and second-guessing that often come with real estate's biggest decisions. In today's episode, we're heading to Forsyth County for our Neighborhood Spotlight, featuring the beloved Ashebrooke community in Cumming—a neighborhood known for its welcoming design, amenities, and easy access to the best of North Georgia. If you're looking for a community with charm and convenience, Ashebrooke deserves your attention. Then we're taking a fun detour into something a lot of us are thinking about right now… Are you actually ready for the holidays? I'm sharing an invitation for listeners to interact with us: Are your lights up yet—or are you still convincing yourself it's not the Christmas season? We want to hear from you! And finally, we're stepping through the doors of what might be the most beautifully designed holiday home in all of Atlanta: the Home for the Holidays Designer Showhouse. We'll talk about what makes this annual event so special, what design trends are showcased, and why buyers and sellers alike should pay attention to what high-end designers are doing this year. As always, we'll highlight our Upside Program, where homeowners get every possible option and advantage—no guesswork, no regrets. If you'd like to ask a question, push back, or get featured on an upcoming episode, visit GoGaddisRadio.com. While you're there, you can subscribe to the podcast so you never miss a show.

In today's episode of Next Level University, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros reveal why your confidence and consistency are shaped less by what happens and more by the meaning you attach to those moments. After thousands of coaching calls and nearly a decade of daily episodes, Kevin and Alan have seen how unexamined beliefs quietly influence decision-making, self-improvement, and long-term personal development. This conversation challenges the assumptions you've been operating from and offers a clearer lens for understanding how identity is built and reshaped over time. If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain, or confused by your own reactions, this episode delivers the perspective shift you didn't know you needed.Learn more about:Your first 30-minute “Business Breakthrough Session” call with Alan is FREE. This call is designed to help you identify bottlenecks and build a clear plan for your next level. - https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-breakthrough-session_______________________NLU is not just a podcast; it's a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, check out our website and socials using the links below.

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