Podcasts about real impact

Did you know this episode is WATCHABLE on YouTube? https://youtu.be/YEQr60v4uD8Q&A starts at 10:00 minute markIn this episode we answer questions around hypothalamic amenorrhea AND:- the provera pill. Does the progesterone challenge have side effects?- breast feeding and period recovery expectations- intuitive eating vs mechanical eating for HAand more!Watch the free Masterclasshttps://thehasociety.com/yt-masterclassRestore Your Fertility Blueprint https://www.thehasociety.com/Work 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_https://www.instagram.com/itsmishigarciaThe Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.

Why Businesses Fail: Leadership, Talent & the Strategy to Win with Muhammad Qasim   What separates a business that simply survives from one that is built to grow, compete, and last? In this episode of The Hurricane H Show, Hurricane H sits down with Muhammad Qasim for a powerful and candid conversation about the realities of building and leading successful organizations. From the challenges facing a startup versus an established company to the leadership mistakes that can quietly weaken an organization, we explore what happens behind the scenes of business success—and failure. The conversation dives into leadership, compliance, business flaws, strategy and vision, and why having a great idea is only the beginning. We also examine one of the biggest challenges facing companies today: finding the right people, keeping great talent, and creating an environment where employees actually want to stay and perform. Muhammad and Hurricane H discuss talent acquisition and retention, organizational culture, accountability, adapting strategy as a company grows, and the importance of leaders having a clear vision that their teams can understand and execute. We also challenge some important questions: Why do promising businesses fail? When does rapid growth become dangerous? Can poor leadership destroy a great strategy? And are companies investing enough in the people responsible for executing their vision? This is an open, practical conversation about the people, decisions, systems, and leadership behind sustainable business growth. Topics Covered: Leadership & accountability • Business compliance • Common business flaws • Startups vs. established organizations • Talent acquisition • Employee retention • Business strategy • Company culture • Strategic vision • Sustainable growth • Entrepreneurship The Hurricane H Show | THE EMBC NETWORK Real Talk. Real People. Real Impact.

Why Businesses Fail: Leadership, Talent & the Strategy to Win with Muhammad Qasim   What separates a business that simply survives from one that is built to grow, compete, and last? In this episode of The Hurricane H Show, Hurricane H sits down with Muhammad Qasim for a powerful and candid conversation about the realities of building and leading successful organizations. From the challenges facing a startup versus an established company to the leadership mistakes that can quietly weaken an organization, we explore what happens behind the scenes of business success—and failure. The conversation dives into leadership, compliance, business flaws, strategy and vision, and why having a great idea is only the beginning. We also examine one of the biggest challenges facing companies today: finding the right people, keeping great talent, and creating an environment where employees actually want to stay and perform. Muhammad and Hurricane H discuss talent acquisition and retention, organizational culture, accountability, adapting strategy as a company grows, and the importance of leaders having a clear vision that their teams can understand and execute. We also challenge some important questions: Why do promising businesses fail? When does rapid growth become dangerous? Can poor leadership destroy a great strategy? And are companies investing enough in the people responsible for executing their vision? This is an open, practical conversation about the people, decisions, systems, and leadership behind sustainable business growth. Topics Covered: Leadership & accountability • Business compliance • Common business flaws • Startups vs. established organizations • Talent acquisition • Employee retention • Business strategy • Company culture • Strategic vision • Sustainable growth • Entrepreneurship The Hurricane H Show | THE EMBC NETWORK Real Talk. Real People. Real Impact.

AI coding tools are everywhere, but how do you prove they're actually making engineers more productive?In this episode of PurePerformance, hosts Brian Wilson and Andi Grabner welcome Michael Reichenbach, Platform Engineer at 1KOMMA5°, to discuss the company's journey toward more than 80% AI-written code. Rather than relying on anecdotes or hype, Michael shares how his team designed a real experiment to measure the impact of AI-assisted development.We explore the metrics they chose, why traditional DORA metrics such as deployment frequency and change failure rate were not the right indicators, and how they instead focused on "Time to Code" from ticket creation and first commit to merged pull request. Michael also explains how AI lowered the barrier for contribution across the organization, enabling even non-engineering teams to prototype and build solutions faster.The conversation also dives into the operational side of AI adoption, including AI observability dashboards, budget controls, Slack alerts, usage monitoring, and the surprising decision to intentionally limit AI spending during their proof of concept.Whether you're evaluating Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or other AI coding tools, this episode offers practical lessons on measuring value, maintaining quality, and scaling AI adoption responsibly.Links we discussedMichael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-reichenbach/Klaus's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/langenheldt/Talk at Cloud Native Munich: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ntf0h0vFuMQ1Komm5 Website: https://1komma5.com/Kenote from KubeCon: https://youtu.be/P1phxZHJGrA?t=570&is=9DYnbK8VGorMmaXoMichael's YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn-u2xOcMlXlVweZ0aB4pu6VM6Xv6895i&si=MZ6jzF-VwIAY3HFF

AI promises to revolutionize hiring with 70% faster recruiting and major cost savings - but algorithmic bias and black-box decisions have HR leaders worried. Discover why the smartest approach balances automation with the irreplaceable human touch in talent acquisition. Learn more at https://levellessco.com/contact-us Levelless City: Raleigh Address: 6325 Falls of Neuse Rd Website: https://levellessco.com Phone: +1 919 349 1726

Stijn Schmitz welcomes Joel Salatin to the show. Joel Salatin is a self described Christian Libertarian Environmentalist Capitalist Lunatic Farmer. Salatin describes a deeply distorted US agricultural landscape, where massive oversupply of corn and soybeans coexists with a historic cattle shortage. Half of domestic corn goes to ethanol, not food, and China's pursuit of self-sufficiency is eroding soybean exports, yet government bailouts keep older, risk-averse farmers locked into unprofitable cropping cycles. This parasitic dependence on subsidies props up unneeded production while stifling the market signals that would otherwise push farmers toward cattle, a switch he demonstrated could be highly profitable and capital-efficient. The fertilizer and energy shocks from Middle East conflicts further expose the fragility of input-dependent farming. Salatin noted that rising fuel costs drive farm bankruptcies and accelerate land consolidation into the hands of patient capital, including family offices and billionaires. He emphasized that genuine food security is not threatened by lack of production but by water scarcity and desertification driven by vegetative loss from overgrazing and continuous cropping. Instead, he champions a biological paradigm of farming that builds soil through cover crops, intensive rotational grazing, and on-farm composting to eliminate synthetic inputs. His own Polyface Farms exemplifies this model, integrating livestock, forest, and direct marketing to create a resilient, local carbon economy. Salatin contends that the path forward lies not in propping up the failing industrial system but in entrepreneurial adoption of regenerative practices that mimic nature's nutrient cycles and restore hydrological balance. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:51 – State of North American Agriculture 00:02:04 – Financial Struggles and Bailouts 00:03:02 – Cattle Herd Shortage Issues 00:03:55 – China Food Self-Sufficiency Plans 00:08:26 – Transitioning Soybean Farms to Cattle 00:11:40 – Conversion Costs and Payback 00:18:49 – Bailouts and Market Disconnect 00:24:20 – Screw Worm and Cattle Imports 00:29:00 – Localized Fertilizer and Carbon Cycles 00:35:15 – Impact of Fertilizer Shortages 00:41:23 – Water Issues and Vegetation 00:45:55 – Corn To Soybeans 00:47:00 – Energy Impacts on Farmers 00:55:00 – Water Rights & Investors 01:03:10 – Polyface Farms Operations Guest Links: Website: https://www.thelunaticfarmer.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polyfacefarm X: https://x.com/JoelSalatin Joel Salatin, 68, dubs himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Admirers hail him as the world’s most famous farmer, the high priest of the pasture, and Virginia’s most eclectic thinker since Thomas Jefferson. Detractors label him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate. Armed with high school and college debate trophies, 16 published books, and a thriving multi-generational family farm, Salatin draws on decades of food, farming, and fantasy to captivate global audiences. Equally at home herding cows or keynoting for Wall Street CEOs, he covers profitable regenerative farming techniques alongside cultural debates like orthodoxy versus heresy. A staple on radio and podcasts for preppers, homesteaders, ecological farmers, and foodies, Salatin blends practical, can-do entrepreneurial solutions with passionate sustainability advocacy.

Dr. Manoj Gupta | Founder, Consciouspreneur® | Former Global Technology Executive | TEDx Speaker | Best-Selling AuthorOn Saraj Unleashing Talent | In the Line of Fire with Saraj | A CEO/CXO Thought Leadership SeriesArtificial Intelligence is transforming business. But technology alone will not determine the leaders of tomorrow.The future will belong to leaders who master themselves before they lead others.In this powerful Personal Mastery conversation, Dr. Manoj Gupta shares why the future of leadership begins with consciousness. As AI reshapes the external world, leaders must elevate their consciousness, transform their thinking, strengthen their decision-making, build resilience, and unlock their full human potential.Drawing from more than three decades of global executive leadership and as the founder of the Consciouspreneur® movement, Dr. Manoj Gupta offers practical insights that bridge business excellence, ancient wisdom, and modern leadership.• Conscious Leadership in the AI Era• Why Personal Mastery Comes Before Leadership Mastery• Upgrading the Human Algorithm™• Consciouspreneur®• Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leaders• Leadership, Purpose & Human Potential• Decision-Making Under Uncertainty• Building Resilient Leaders & Organisations• Future-Ready Leadership• Leading from the Inside OutWhether you are a CEO, CXO, founder, entrepreneur, CHRO, CIO, CTO, executive, or an emerging leader, this conversation will challenge the way you think about leadership and success.If you are a CEO, CXO, founder, startup leader, researcher, innovator, or thought leader with a strong point of view on AI, the future of leadership, business transformation, innovation, or human potential, we would love to hear your story.A CEO/CXO Thought Leadership SeriesReal Leaders. Real Talks. Real Insights. Real Impact.In this conversation:Saraj Unleashing TalentIn the Line of Fire with Saraj

What happens when the brightest minds in legal, technology, and innovation come together to shape the future of our profession? Welcome to the Legally Speaking Podcast Legal Tech Talk 2026 miniseries. As the UK's number one legal podcast and show ranked in the top 1% of podcasts globally, we're delighted to be returning as the official media partner for Legal Tech Talk for the third time. Having supported this event since the beginning. We've witnessed firsthand how it has become Europe's largest legal technology conference, bringing together the people, ideas, and innovations transforming the legal industry. Across this special series, we'll be speaking with some of the world's leading legal professionals, founders, technologists, change makers to explore what's next for law. Because our mission remains the same. Inspiring legal minds, transforming legal futures. Let's get into it. In the final minisode of this series, we get the chance to speak with Monika Koestner. She is the co-founder of Artificial Intelligence for Global Good. She's focused on using AI to expand access to justice, helping legal teams handle claims more efficiently and giving individuals a fairer chance against well-resourced opponents. Her core message: AI should support—not replace—lawyers, and the legal profession needs to adapt quickly to make the most of it.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Monika discussing:- AI Augmenting Lawyers, Not Replacing Them- Learning AI Fast While Adapting Continuously- Legal and AI Collaboration Multiplying Progress- Technology Scaling Access to Justice- Adaptability Defining Future Legal Leaders.Connect with Monika Koestner here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-koestner/

Nick Craig is the President of the Core Leadership Institute, and co-author of Finding your True North: A Personal Guide. Over the past decade and a half, he has helped thousands of leaders discover their Purpose, what Nick considers to be the unique gift they bring to the world. In this Tugboat Institute® Talk, Nick uses the world of toys, and LEGO specifically, to explore how customers deeply connect with companies that have an authentic Purpose and what happens when you depart from that Purpose. He challenges Evergreen® leaders to remain true to their company's unique Purpose, through seasons of challenge and success. Listen and be inspired to anchor yourself to your company's authentic Purpose, even when circumstances tempt you to stray.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz analyze the seismic shift in Philadelphia sports following the signing of LeBron James. They debate the actual percentage chance the 76ers have of winning a championship, weighing the talent of a "super team" against concerns over player health and roster depth. The discussion also covers Eagles training camp storylines with guest Elliot Shorr-Parks and the Phillies' recent struggles.

Imagine being born 11 weeks premature, diagnosed with hydrocephalus as an infant, and undergoing approximately 30 brain surgeries before adulthood. For Stokes Kasmeier of Killen, Alabama, that's his story. A Brooks High School graduate, Stokes has faced challenges that most of us can hardly imagine. Most recently, a shunt failure and infection led to a month-long stay in the Neuro ICU. Instead of allowing those experiences to define him, he's chosen to turn his journey into a mission of hope. Listen in as Stokes shares what it's like to live with hydrocephalus, the battles he's fought, the people who've stood beside him, and why he's leading Team Stokes in this year's Walk to End Hydrocephalus to raise awareness and support research for the more than one million Americans living with this condition. Real Stories. Real People. Real Impact. News That Unites!™

Celebrating 200 Episodes: Community, Representation, and the Future of Programmatic Digest Reaching 200 episodes is more than a milestone. It's a celebration of the incredible community that has supported Programmatic Digest from day one. In this special episode, Hélène Parker and Manuela Cortez reflect on the journey that brought them here, the lessons they've learned along the way, and the vision they're building for the future. From expanding the podcast into Spanish to creating opportunities for more diverse voices in ad tech, this conversation is a reminder that meaningful change happens one conversation at a time. Whether you've been listening since Episode 1 or you're just discovering Programmatic Digest, thank you for being part of this community. In This Episode Why launching Spanish-language episodes has helped amplify voices across Latin America and made programmatic education more accessible. How podcasting has transformed our own careers by helping us become better listeners, stronger leaders, and lifelong students of the industry. Why representation isn't just a goal. It's a responsibility. We discuss our commitment to featuring more women and underrepresented professionals across every area of ad tech. The reality of producing an independent podcast, including the time, financial investment, and consistency required to reach 200 episodes. Why creating a safe space for honest conversations has always been at the heart of Programmatic Digest. What's ahead for the second half of the year, including meeting in person at Programmatic I/O New York, growing our Latin American community, and expanding new ways to connect with listeners. Key Takeaways Every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new. Representation creates opportunity and helps the next generation see what's possible. Community will always be more important than competition. Consistency isn't always easy, but it's what turns a vision into something lasting. The best ideas often come from people who simply have the courage to share their voice. Looking Ahead As we celebrate 200 episodes, we're just getting started. Our focus for the next chapter includes: Growing both our English and Spanish podcast communities. Building meaningful partnerships with sponsors who believe in education and representation. Creating more opportunities for in-person networking and learning. Continuing to spotlight the people and ideas shaping the future of programmatic advertising. Thank you to every guest, listener, sponsor, and community member who has been part of this journey. We couldn't have reached this milestone without you, and we're excited for what's next. Connect With Us

"The very thing that you're most embarrassed to talk about at times— that may be the very story that you need to talk about." —Daniel Gomez Everyone has a million-dollar story hiding behind the parts of life they'd rather not mention — and this episode is about why those exact moments are the ones worth telling.  Daniel Gomez opens up about the season his wife's breast cancer diagnosis cracked his life open, and how that crisis became the unlikely start of his speaking career. He walks through the specific turning points that built his business: writing his first book, "You Were Born to Fly," which has generated over a quarter-million dollars in revenue; launching Sticker Shock Speaking Academy after pivoting hard during COVID; and writing "The Makings of a Millionaire Mind" to challenge the poverty mindset so many people are raised with. Then Daniel gets personal in a way most speakers won't — sharing the story of a suicide attempt at 18 and the scar he carried with shame for years, until he reframed it as a mark of grace instead of failure.  The throughline is simple and repeated on purpose: the story you're most embarrassed to tell is often the one that heals you and the one your audience needs most. This episode is a working framework for turning your hardest chapter into impact, income, and a message worth sharing.  Press play, take notes, and start writing down your own million-dollar story.    Be Inspired! with Daniel:  Website (Makings of a Millionaire Mindset) Website (Daniel Gomez Global) Facebook Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest YouTube Podcast   Episode Highlights: 01:24 What Is Your Million-Dollar Story?  09:07 From Book Royalties to Sticker Shock Speaking Academy 11:45 Rewriting Money Beliefs in The Makings of a Millionaire Mind 13:51 Measuring the Real Impact of Your Message 16:20 The Story Behind the Scar: Surviving a Suicide Attempt 18:36 Turning Shame Into Grace Through Forgiveness 23:35 Growing a Bilingual Audience and Staying Humble 25:40 Why Your Voice Matters 27:51 Turn the Page  

What does it truly mean to open your heart and home to children in need? In this heartfelt episode of The People's Podcast by Ismail, we sit down with Hasana and Zaid, recipients of the Foster Family of the Year award from the Foster & Adoptive Council of Tucson. Since becoming licensed foster parents, they have welcomed multiple children into a loving, stable home while supporting kinship placements and preparing to adopt. Our conversation explores the realities of foster care, the joys and challenges of parenting children from difficult circumstances, the importance of preserving family connections, and the compassion and commitment required to serve others. Hasana and Zaid share how faith, patience, and selfless service have guided their family's journey and why fostering is about much more than providing a home—it's about restoring hope. Whether you're considering becoming a foster parent, supporting families in your community, or simply looking for an inspiring story of love in action, this is an episode you won't want to miss. The People's Podcast by Ismail — Real People. Real Conversations. Real Impact. #ThePeoplesPodcastByIsmail #FosterCare #FosterFamilyOfTheYear #Adoption #Community #Service #FaithInAction #Hope #Family #Inspiration May Allah ﷻ continue to bless Hasana and Zaid, protect every child in foster care, and reward all those who dedicate themselves to serving families. Ameen.

In this episode of Future Shop, Wendy Liebmann sits down with Kiri Masters, founder of the Retail Media Breakfast Club, to dissect the rapid evolution of the shopper journey in the age of generative AI. Using real-world buying experiences—from hair tools to refrigerators—they reveal how tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity are bypassing traditional retail homepages and sending consumers straight to product detail pages. This shift challenges the multi-billion-dollar foundation of modern retail media networks, forcing brands and retailers to rethink their advertising playbooks. Wendy and Kiri discuss why a low-price strategy isn't the only way to win, how Amazon's AI shopping features change the ad economy, and why keeping an agile, "test-and-learn" mindset is the ultimate key to survival.HighlightsThe Bypassed Homepage: How AI search engines send 55% of referred shoppers directly to the product detail page, completely missing traditional on-site ads.The Myth of the Lowest Price: Why convenience, timing, and brand ecosystem matter just as much as perfect price visibility in AI results.The Real Impact on Retail Media: What Amazon's Alexa Shopping (Rufus) means for the future economics of sponsored product listings.Incentives vs. Evolution: Why legacy retail media network goals might be slowing down the adoption of future-ready advertising models.Send us Fan MailVisit our website for transcripts, links mentioned on this episodes, and video podcasts. Subscribe and rate us with your favorite podcast app!Send us Fan MailVisit our website for transcripts, links mentioned on this episodes, and video podcasts. Subscribe and rate us with your favorite podcast app!

You don't need to be a content creator to create great content. Often, business leaders think it's camera presence that's holding them back. In reality, it comes down to how you tell your story and who is helping you do it. In this episode, Emma walks through the process behind a Ninety Five Media content shoot. She unpacks the impact of having the right social content on hand, how to get the most out of your footage, and what comes after your content is captured. If you want more time and consistent results, having a partner to help you handle everything from scripting to shooting and posting will give you the ability to focus on scaling your company. If you're looking to see real results from your social media content, tune into this episode to get a first-hand look at how a successful content shoot can boost your entire strategy.   Listen in as Emma explains: What Most Leaders Get Wrong About Content Creation How You Can Benefit from a Social-First Team What's the Real Impact of a Social Media Management Service   And much, much more!  

Send us Fan MailPosting on social media and hoping donations follow? You might be setting yourself up for disappointment. In this episode, we get into why social media is often a top-of-funnel tool, not a direct-response one, and why that's not a bad thing once you understand how to use it right. We talk about the algorithm problem nobody wants to admit: that even your own followers might never see your posts. We also dig into what actually makes content land, from ditching jargon to using strength-based framing that invites people in instead of guilt-tripping them.On this week's episode of The Small Nonprofit Podcast, Maria sits down with Farra Trompeter, co-director and worker-owner at Big Duck, who has spent over 30 years helping nonprofits use communications to build brands, run campaigns, and grow sustainably. If you've ever wondered whether your org "should" be on every platform, or worried your content isn't landing the way you hoped, this conversation gives you a clearer way to think about both.Connect with Farra: farra@bigduck.comConnect with Farra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farra/Visit their website: https://bigduck.com/Get the FREE 30-Day Board Fundraising Challenge here: https://www.gofurthertogether.ca/30-day-challengeWe guide your board through 30 actionable things they can do to support your nonprofit's fundraising, helping them feel confident representing the mission. You don't need to figure it out alone. Book a Discovery Call with Further Together if you need help raising money in a way aligned with your values. Support the show

If planning your week, remembering the small stuff, or keeping up with admin feels harder than the actual work, you're not imagining it.This week, Skye sits down with Mike Legett, an ADHD coach and executive functioning specialist who was diagnosed with ADHD as a child. Mike studied molecular genetics at Emory before leaving graduate school when its vague, paperwork-heavy demands became unworkable. She went on to build a career as an internationally recognized swing and blues dance instructor and now helps adults with ADHD build systems that work with their brains instead of against them through the Center for Living Well with ADHD.Together, Skye and Mike unpack why ADHD isn't a lack of effort. It is often a mismatch between the person and the systems they are expected to work within. They explore why planning, memory, time management, and admin can become the biggest sources of stress, and what actually changes when you stop relying on willpower alone.If you've ever wondered why the "boring parts" of running a business seem to drain you more than the work you love, this conversation will leave you with a clearer understanding of what's really happening and what you can do to make life easier.What We CoverWhy planning and admin create so much friction for ADHD brainsHow paperwork and unclear expectations led Mike to leave academiaWhy "just push through it" usually makes things worseWhat changed when Mike stopped trying to manage everything aloneHow better systems reduce mental load without requiring perfect disciplineWhy working with your brain beats fighting against itConnect With Mike Legetthttps://www.mikelegett.com/If you're an entrepreneur with ADHD who's tired of being asked “Why don't you just hire/make a system/delegate?”  We've gotchu! Click here for a free copy of my 5-year-tested Focus Filter. Instant relief for work-related overwhelm.Find out what's holding you back. I'll personally build you a simple plan to fix it. Click here to grab one.Join my Focused Balanced Growth Program. If you're tired of getting blank looks in masterminds full of neurotypical advice, this is for you. Weekly Monday Motivation sessions, plus content you can binge or dip into for strategies specific to you. Apply here.Your Business Operations Built for Your ADHD Brain. Feel like you can never really delegate because you can't explain how to do it? Struggling to hire someone who feels like a natural fit for your business? Let us handle it for you. We specialize in using our years of ADHD research and practical support to act as your fractional COO, handling the back-end operations in a way that feels light and keeps you focused. Learn more here.

How are global economic transformations shifting commercial real estate portfolios? In this mid-year outlook episode, host Michael Bull is joined by PwC's Global Real Estate Deals Leader, Tim Bodner, to dissect emerging sector trends, real asset convergence, and the operational impact of technology. Moving past short-term speculation, Tim reveals a market where traditional real estate sectors and infrastructure assets are converging at an unprecedented pace. With the industry adapting to a structurally permanent "higher for longer" interest rate environment, capital discipline has returned, forcing market participants to focus heavily on driving true operational efficiency. From the reshoring tailwinds of manufacturing to the evolution of a comprehensive "living theme," this conversation delivers critical, forward-looking data points for institutional and private investors alike.   Key Topics Covered in This Episode: The PwC Mid-Year Forecast: A high-level assessment of the global deals market and sector sentiment. The Office Quality Spectrum: Navigating the supply crunch of high-quality space and the economic rationale behind repurposing obsolete Class C stock into residential, hospitality, or data center spaces. The Retail Resurgence: Analyzing the strong comeback of retail, specifically evidenced by high-profile public-to-private transactions in the grocery-anchored space. Industrial & The Manufacturing Boom: How onshore supply chain shifts and automated factories are acting as continuous tailwinds for the industrial sector. The Broad "Living Theme": Shifting the investment lens from pure multifamily to a holistic approach encompassing under-supplied senior housing, student housing, and affordable residential options. AI's Real Impact on Operations: Cutting through job-market anxiety to look at how artificial intelligence is transforming real estate operating models, from automated leasing to fan and tenant experiences. Interest Rate Adaptation: Why current range-bound rates are historically normal and how the lack of a low-money "spigot" is creating healthier corporate platform strategies. Whether you are looking to deploy private capital into emerging real assets, evaluating healthcare or medical office adjacencies, or structuring a portfolio for structural transformation, this episode provides the strategic intel required to navigate the road ahead.   Connect with Tim Bodner: https://www.pwc.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/timbodner/ https://twitter.com/timbodner   Resources: https://www.pwc.com/us/en/intelligent-enterprise.html   Connect with Michael Bull & The Show: Michael Bull, CCIM Bull Realty, Inc https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbull/   For more commercial real estate market data, sector forecasts, and video episodes, visit CREshow.com.   America's Commercial Real Estate Show is brought to you by our proud sponsors.   TCN Worldwide: Commercial real estate property management, leasing, and sales solutions across the US and globally. Learn more: https://www.tcnworldwide.com   Build Out: The ultimate product suite for commercial real estate brokerage firms looking to streamline their business. Learn more: https://www.buildout.com     Bull Realty: Regional commercial real estate brokerage services headquartered in Atlanta, delivering market intel and strategies. Learn more: https://www.bullrealty.com   Commercial Agent Success Strategies: Twenty-one cloud accessed commercial broker training videos with slide deck action notes. Learn more at https://www.commercialagentsuccess.com/  

Encore Episodes: Ep. 174 The Missing Step Between Vision and Real Impact. This week we're revisiting one of our most powerful conversations about the space between having a vision and actually creating lasting impact. Because purpose isn't built on ideas alone, it's built on alignment, consistency, and the courage to take the next step.And don't worry, we'll be back with brand-new episodes in just a few weeks as we prepare for Season 9. We're building something special behind the scenes, and we can't wait to share what's next with you.This week on The Zen Effect Show…This Tuesday's conversation is nourishment for the entrepreneurial spirit. Not motivation. Not grind culture. Not a highlight reel. This was a masterclass in purpose, presence, and perseverance.On this episode of The Zen Effect Show, I sit with Odidi, owner of Fresh One Kitchen and what unfolds is a grounded, honest conversation about building from why, not just will.You didn't ask to be here. You were created to be here. On purpose.You were born with a gift, and your life expands the moment you commit to locating it, honoring it, and building from it, even amongst the obstacles you may face.The moments that cracked him open and how those moments became invitations instead of endings.How obstacles refine purpose instead of erasing it.Why alignment sustains what hustle cannot.What it really means to build from your gift and let your work be an extension of your spirit.A reframe for entrepreneurs who feel tired, called, and ready for deeper meaning.Because entrepreneurship without grounding leads to burnout. Because purpose without embodiment becomes performance. And because Black creators, founders, and visionaries deserve conversations that honor soul, strategy, and sustainability, not just success metrics.This episode reminds us that building something meaningful requires more than effort. It requires presence, integrity, and trust in what you were designed to carry.This is about legacy not just income. Expansion not exhaustion. And remembering that your work is most powerful when it's aligned with who you are becoming.May this conversation nourish you. May it ground you. And may it remind you that what you're building matters because you matter.Connect Odidi and Fresh Visit Fresh One's Kitchen ⁠Place Your Online Order Here  ⁠⁠Follow Fresh One Kitchen on Instagram ⁠

Mentor Sessions Ep. 080: Fed Removes Forward Guidance, Bitcoin Cycles Break & AI's Real Impact | Joe Carlasare, American HODL & Dr. Jeff RossBitcoin may be bottoming right now — and Dr. Jeff Ross, American HODL, and Joe Carlasare just laid out exactly why. The Fed dropped forward guidance, MSTR has underperformed Bitcoin by 60%, and leverage is destroying portfolios. Here's the macro update you need to hear.In this episode you'll get Jeff Ross's case for why we're bumbling along a bear market bottom, Joe Carlasare's breakdown of the most impactful FOMC since the Bernanke era, and American HODL's blunt take on why leverage is not a time machine to being a Bitcoin OG. You'll also learn why Saylor's 32-BTC sale was a deliberate narrative violation, how three global currency blocs are forming around the dollar, gold-backed China, and Bitcoin, and what the rotation into hard assets means for the second half of 2026.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:32 - Joe on Fed Paradigm Shift and Dropping Guidance3:49 - Jeff Ross Don't Fight Fiscal Stimulus5:27 - Dollar Strength Risk-Off Impact on Bitcoin8:01 - American HODL on Fed Shocking Markets Upside14:39 - Greenspan-Style Fed Under Kevin Warsh for Bitcoin16:17 - Iran Geopolitics and Three-Bloc Currency World23:26 - US Economy Check Manufacturing Real Estate GDP29:37 - AI Jobs and Low Actual Usage Rates44:07 - Bitcoin Cycles Debate Case For and Against47:15 - 2026 Resembles 2022 Treasury Firms vs Exchanges55:30 - Michael Saylor MSTR Underperformance Narrative Shift1:00:22 - 32 BTC Sale as Test Transaction Explained1:05:16 - Leverage Not Shortcut to Bitcoin OG Status1:10:04 - Q4 2026 Hard Assets Rotation Bitcoin Outlook

Join Ronan, Steve, and Jeanine in this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution podcast as they discuss the real impact of photography and why our role as photographers isn't simply to create beautiful portraits but to create experiences that help people discover something about themselves they'll carry for the rest of their lives.

Gray Thornton, President and CEO of the Wild Sheep Foundation, joins the MTNTOUGH Podcast for a powerful conversation on the “strenuous life,” mental toughness, and why comfort is slowly killing men. He shares his journey from corporate America and superbike racing to leading one of North America's most effective conservation organizations. Gray breaks down what separates sheep hunters, the real threats to hunting heritage, the power of never giving up, and why he remains optimistic about the future of wild places and public land hunting for the next generation.Join Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab and creator of the MTNTOUGH+ Fitness App in the top podcast for Mental Toughness and Mindset. (P.S.

Check out BeerBiceps SkillHouse Courses Here - https://linktr.ee/bbskillhouseFor all BeerBiceps vlog content Watch Life Of BeerBiceps - https://www.youtube.com/@LifeOfBeerBicepsCheck out my Mind Performance app: Level SuperMindLink:- https://app.level.game/?c=zSbmYnShare your guest suggestions hereMail - connect@beerbiceps.comLink - https://forms.gle/aoMHY9EE3Cg3Tqdx9Join the Level Community Here:https://linktr.ee/levelsupermindcommunityFollow BeerBiceps SkillHouse's Social Media Handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBicepsSkillHouseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beerbiceps_skillhouseWebsite : https://beerbicepsskillhouse.inFor any other queries EMAIL: support@beerbicepsskillhouse.comIn case of any payment-related issues, kindly write to support@tagmango.comIn this special episode of The Ranveer Show, we are joined by Prof Arun Kumar (PhD in Economics), who shares deep insights on the impending global economic crisis, the impact of Super El Niño, AI's threat to mental labor, and the hidden realities of the Indian unorganized sector. This episode takes you into the complexities of global geopolitics, the fertilizer shortage, and the strategic roadmap India needs to navigate the next decade.In this conversation with Prof Arun Kumar, we talk about the Four Major Crises facing India, the displacement of jobs by Artificial Intelligence, the importance of a bottom-up economic approach, and the rising trade deficit with China. We also understand the impact of the West Asia crisis on global oil prices, the reality behind "Stagflation," and how India can achieve true strategic autonomy by investing in R&D and supporting the micro-sector through cooperatives.This episode also covers the Super El Niño's effect on agriculture, the decimation of MSMEs, the new Cold War between the US and the China-Russia-Iran block, the role of black money in hurting productivity, and the future of energy through coal gasification and solar power.This podcast is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Macroeconomics, Geopolitics, AI and Job Security, Indian Agriculture, Global Trade, and the future of the Indian Economy.(00:00) – Start of the episode(01:50) – 4 Major Crises Coming Soon(02:42) – The Super El Niño Threat(04:53) – Real Impact on Indian GDP(06:24) – China's Secret Growth Model(08:32) – The Threat to 11 Crore Jobs(10:43) – Fertilizer & Global Oil Shortage(12:37) – AI: The End of Mental Labor?(15:14) – Will Humans Become Obsolete?(17:39) – Indian Tech vs US Tech(19:22) – The New Global Cold War(22:26) – Why India Fails at R&D(25:54) – Our Dangerous Dependency on China(30:51) – The Reality of Unemployment(34:01) – Black Money & Productivity Loss(38:58) – Harsh Truth of Indian Policy(41:26) – Why You Should Stop Buying Gold(46:45) – Explaining Stagflation & Recession(53:04) – US, Iran, & The Global Oil War(1:00:14) – China's Master 30-Year Plan(1:03:08) – End of the episode#geopolitics #india

In this powerful conversation, Delano Squires, Director of the Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Human Flourishing at The Heritage Foundation and author of The Vanishing Black Family, breaks down the dramatic collapse of the Black family — from stable two-parent homes in the 1940s-1950s to today's 70% out-of-wedlock birth rate. Delano explains how slavery deformed but did not destroy the Black family, but how the combination of 1960s welfare policies and new ideologies worked to undermine it.CHAPTERS:(00:00 Introduction)(01:45 The 1986 Bill Moyers Documentary)(04:20 Why Delano Wrote This Book Now)(08:10 The Black Family Before the 1960s – Surprisingly Stable)(13:40 Slavery's Real Impact vs. Welfare & Feminism)(19:55 The Economic Argument – Jobs vs. Culture)(26:40 Why the “Marriageable Men” Theory Falls Short)(32:15 Restoring the Black Family – The Multi-Generational Plan (Church, HBCUs & More))(42:50 Final Thoughts)DELANO SQUIRES LINKS:

Can artificial intelligence completely replace a manufacturing workforce, and how are massive manufacturing plants adapting to the modern skill gap? In this episode of Manufacturing Talk Radio, host Lewis Weiss sits down with Tanushree Ghosh, the Senior Director leading site operations at Medtronic's Tempe complex. Managing a population of nearly 800 people across a nine-building facility, Tanushree oversees the production of critical cardiovascular, neurovascular, and pelvic health medical devices. Drawing from her PhD background in science and material chemistry—alongside a 17-year career at Intel—she delivers an authentic look into running a complex manufacturing ecosystem. Tune in as Lewis and Tanushree break down the actual reality of AI proliferation on the factory floor, separating the media hype from cost-effective operational constraints. Tanushree shares how large companies effectively manage long-term internship and workforce models to upskill the next generation. Finally, explore her parallel career as an author and the founder of the non-profit Her Rights, where she targets gender parity, workforce diversity, and social activism. Timestamps to Watch: 00:00 – Meet Guest Tanushree Ghosh: Senior Director at Medtronic 02:15 – Inside the Tempe Complex: Medical Device Manufacturing at Scale 03:41 – Addressing the Skill Gap, Obsolete Equipment, and Workforce Realities 05:06 – Developing Long-Term Interships & Mentorship Programs 08:47 – The Real Impact of AI vs. AI Hype in 2026 Manufacturing 13:17 – Capital Equipment Depreciation and the Mathematics of Automation 16:14 – Leveraging AI and Startups for Small to Medium-Sized Companies 19:59 – Social Activism: Founding "Her Rights" and Fostering Gender Equality 21:35 – Authorship & Literature: Navigating Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Social Change 24:54 – Ruthless Efficiency: Work-Life Balance and Finding Personal Success 29:05 – The Struggle of the "Stanford Duck": Being Vulnerable About Mental Health Continued Reading + Resources Queer Chronicles Book: https://mybook.to/queerchronicles Beyond #MeToo Book: https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-MeToo-Ushering-Womens-Noise-ebook/dp/B0CN4GJVFN Her Rights Advocacy: https://www.herrights.org/ Thoughts & Rights Platform: https://www.thoughtsandrights.com/ Connect with our Guest Instagram: @thoughtsrightsnimages X: @thoughtsnrights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Russell Reading and Zander Dale, a Managing Consultant at Schneider Electric, dive into the second conversation about insetting. They discuss what it is, why it matters, and how companies can build credible value-chain climate programs. They discuss core requirements like linking actions to the value chain, additionality and causality, robust quantification and traceability, handling co-claims and permanence, safeguards for communities and nature, and the role of independent verification. Practical examples include regenerative agriculture, biochar, low-carbon industrial processes, and logistics fuel switching; plus advice on next steps, integrating insetting with procurement and supplier engagement, and using digital tools and standards to ensure transparent, verifiable outcomes.

See what the team at The Successful Bookkeeper has on right now → AI is moving fast, and the bookkeeping profession is squarely in its path — but not in the way most people fear. In this episode, Michael Palmer sits down with AI strategist and educator Benjamin Tasker to talk about what the shift actually looks like on the ground, which skills will separate bookkeepers who thrive from those who stall, and how to start building your own AI system without a data science degree. Chapters [00:00] Welcome and Ben's Background [03:15] From Data Science to AI Education [08:00] AI's Real Impact on Bookkeeping [12:00] Human Judgment as the Key Check [15:30] Skills That Separate Thriving Bookkeepers [21:00] Data, Systems, and AI Strategy [25:00] Opportunities to Move Up the Value Chain [29:00] First Steps for Integrating AI [32:00] Client Expectations and Transparency [35:00] Fear, Mindset, and Where to Find Ben AI Will Elevate Bookkeeping, Not Replace It Ben is direct about the headline fear: bookkeepers are not going away. "AI will help elevate what a bookkeeper does," he says. The repetitive work — transaction coding, receipt capture, anomaly detection, drafting reports — gets absorbed by AI, which frees up the bookkeeper to move from data entry to data judgment. Think less time in the books and more time coaching clients on their financial pain points. AICPA and Intuit both point in the same direction: the future of the role looks a lot more like analytics and advisory than data input. The Two Skill Lanes Every Bookkeeper Should Know Ben references the World Economic Forum's skills taxonomy, which divides skills into two tracks. AI skills — analytical thinking, systems thinking, coding — pay a premium today, but AI will eventually encroach on those. Human skills — communication, empathy, leadership — are undervalued right now but will command a premium as AI can only mimic, never genuinely replace, them. "AI can put on a facade of empathy and compassion, but it really can't have it because it's robotic." For bookkeepers, the practical focus areas are AI supervision (checking outputs rigorously), advisory thinking, digital and data fluency, and transparent client communication. The Human in the Loop Is Not Optional Ben's background in healthcare data — building algorithms to predict sepsis risk from bedside monitors — gives him a sharp view on why human validation matters. A small data error that goes unchecked can cascade into a much larger problem. "A mistake, especially for a small business owner, could cost tens of thousands of dollars." Bookkeepers already understand this: the work is either right or it isn't. That precision mindset is exactly what responsible AI use demands, and it is a genuine competitive advantage for practitioners who carry it into their AI workflows. Data Is the Oil — Build a System, Not Just a Stack of Tools One of Ben's clearest points: buying an AI tool is not an AI strategy. The framework he outlines is straightforward — start with your data (client records, call transcripts, templates, Google Sheets), run it through a system you build and control, apply AI to it, then validate and iterate. "Just because you buy an AI tool doesn't mean you have an AI strategy or even an AI business." He encourages bookkeepers to build their own processing systems rather than relying entirely on third-party integrations that can change without warning. Start small — something as simple as having AI draft follow-up emails from call transcripts is a low-risk, high-value first step. Practical First Steps and Client Communication For bookkeepers ready to start, Ben's advice is to pick a low-stakes problem, solve it, and let that build confidence. Use AI to profile prospective clients from call transcripts, automate follow-up reminders, or create a client-facing dashboard from existing data. On the client side, transparency is non-negotiable: communicate that you are using AI, explain how it benefits them, and teach them how to give better inputs so they get better outputs. "By providing inputs and encouraging your customers to use AI to show them the benefits of it, they're going to become less resistant over time." That kind of teaching deepens the client relationship well beyond what traditional bookkeeping alone can offer. Links Mentioned Ben Tasker AI: bentaskerai.com Ben Tasker on LinkedIn World Economic Forum Skills Taxonomy (AI skills and human skills tracks) The Successful Bookkeeper Pure Bookkeeping About the Guest Benjamin Tasker is an AI strategist, educator, and speaker with over 10 years of experience in data science and artificial intelligence. His background spans healthcare predictive analytics, higher education, and enterprise AI strategy. Today he helps entrepreneurs and large organizations build the skills and systems they need to navigate the AI revolution. You can find his prompting frameworks, podcast appearances, and upcoming events at bentaskerai.com. About the hostMichael PalmerMichael Palmer is the host of The Successful Bookkeeper podcast and co-founder of Pure Bookkeeping and The Successful Bookkeeper. He started this work because of his father — a brilliant electrical contractor who worked twice as hard as he should have had to, because nobody on the financial side was in his corner. That gap is what The Successful Bookkeeper exists to close. His view: bookkeepers are the most undervalued force in small business — and every bookkeeper who builds a real business changes two families: theirs, and their clients'.

Roman Chernin is Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer of Nebius, one of the fastest-growing AI infrastructure companies in the world. Today, Nebius operates some of the largest AI compute clusters globally and serves leading AI labs, enterprises, and developers. Today, Nebius has a market cap of $57BN.  AGENDA:  00:00 — Why AI Infrastructure Is Not a Bubble 05:00 — The Real Impact of Open Source on OpenAI & Anthropic 11:00 — Jevons Paradox: Why Cheaper AI Creates More Demand 13:00 — The Four Layers of AI Infrastructure Explained 19:00 — If Nebius Had 10x More Capacity Tomorrow 26:00 — The Shift from Training to Inference and Agents 31:00 — How Token Factory Cuts AI Costs by 70% 44:00 — Sovereign AI, Europe, and the Future of Model Building 49:00 — Competing Against Hyperscalers with 10x More Capital 59:00 — The Biggest Threat to Nebius Isn't Competition—It's Consolidation    

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What does learning transformation look like in practice, and how can L&D leaders move past simply delivering training to creating meaningful business and learner impact? In this episode of The Business of Learning, brought to you by TalentLMS, Nick Gonios, vice president of learning transformation and company ambassador at TalentLMS, shares tips on how organizations can rethink learning strategies to better engage modern employees and drive lasting change. Tune in now for insights on: What learning transformation really means in today's workplace How cognitive science and modern learner behavior should shape L&D strategies The role of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in enabling effective learning transformation

Would taking your child out of school for a year ruin their education — or completely transform their life for the better? A mum asks whether travelling overseas with her children during the notoriously difficult middle-school years could help them avoid unnecessary social stress… or rob them of the chance to build resilience. In this heartfelt conversation, Justin and Kylie unpack the emotional realities of school friendships, bullying, resilience, reintegration, and why travel might offer lessons no classroom ever could. If you’ve ever dreamed of packing up your life and showing your kids the world, this episode will help you think through the timing, the risks, and the rewards. KEY POINTS: Why there’s no such thing as the “perfect” time to travel with kids The surprising truth about bullying and difficult school years How resilience is built through relationships, not pressure Why family travel can create powerful life skills and confidence The importance of getting kids emotionally onboard with big changes How to help children maintain friendships while travelling Why reintegration after travel may be the biggest challenge of all QUOTE OF THE EPISODE:“Resilience is relational. Kids become resilient when they face challenges knowing they have support beside them.” RESOURCES MENTIONED: Boys: Building Strong Young Men from the Inside Out by Dr Justin Coulson Ask a question for the Happy Families Podcast ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS: Talk openly with your kids about major family decisions and involve them in the process Focus on connection and support when your child faces challenges Help children maintain meaningful friendships during periods of change Consider the life skills and confidence-building opportunities travel can provide Stop waiting for the “perfect” timing and assess whether the opportunity aligns with your family values See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is Stacy Huston, CEO of sixdegrees.org, the social impact organization founded by Kevin Bacon, and a leader who has built her career around turning purpose into action. She also serves as executive producer of their top-ranked podcast, using storytelling as a catalyst to drive real-world impact. Beyond that, she leads Enterting Change, a social impact agency that brings together entertainers, brands, and organizations to create meaningful, measurable change. Stacey has worked with some of the biggest names across media and culture, including Peacock, Warner Bros., I Heart Media, CBS, MTV, the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and the ACLU. Her work has earned her recognition like Shorty's Impact Nonprofit Marketer of the Year, Advertising Week's Future is Female Award, and the Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award.If that's not enough, if you're still with me, she's also the creator of the Craft method, a framework designed to help organizations build deeper, more authentic engagement.

Most D2C brands have tried YouTube ads. Almost none of them are getting credit for what those ads are actually doing. Brett Curry, CEO of OMG Commerce and the guy behind YouTube growth for brands like Native, Arctic, and Dude Wipes, makes the case that in-platform reporting is under-counting YouTube's real impact by roughly 70% — and that the brands leaning in right now are about to widen the gap on everyone still dabbling.This one goes deep: incrementality testing, omnichannel attribution, creative frameworks, and why your Meta winners almost certainly won't survive on YouTube.Inside the episode:Why a 1.0 in-platform ROAS on YouTube is probably a 3.4 in reality — and the 190-test incrementality study behind that numberHow Arctic drove a 25% Walmart sales lift (and 230% branded search lift) by running YouTube in select markets — measured scientifically against matched control marketsThe three creative types that actually work on YouTube: hero/brand films, single-creator UGC, and the specific criteria your Meta winners need to meet before you bother testing themHow to diagnose a broken YouTube ad using just three metrics: view rate, click-through rate, and average watch time per impression — and what each one tells you to fixWhy campaign structure for retail lift looks completely different than for D2C sales — and how to set up for both at once—Sponsored by OMG Commerce - go to https://www.omgcommerce.com/contact and request your FREE strategy session today!—‍Chapters:[0:00] Introduction: Why Most Brands Still Suck at YouTube[1:51] Audience Poll: Who's Actually Winning on YouTube?[3:15] The Core Problem: Bringing a Meta Mindset to YouTube[4:05] YouTube as Trust: Creators, TV, and Time Spent[8:14] Incrementality 101: Measuring the Real Impact of Your Ads[11:22] How Incremental Is YouTube? The 3.4x ROAS Reality[15:28] Going Omnichannel: Using YouTube to Drive Retail and Amazon Sales[19:13] Arctic Case Study: Measuring YouTube's Impact on Walmart Sales[24:09] Creative Diversity: The Essential Elements of a YouTube Ad[27:16] Creative Breakdown: Single Influencer, Hero, and Mashup Ad Examples[38:05] Creative Story Arc: How to Hook Viewers and Drive Action[40:24] Creative Feedback Loops: What Data to Watch and Why[46:09] Campaign Structure: How to Buy Media Based on Your Goals[51:56] Measure, Model, Maximize: The Trifecta of YouTube Measurement—Connect With Brett: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebrettcurry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQmbMwBW8LYDfFAqNqlgTGw Website: https://www.omgcommerce.com/ Request a Free Strategy Session: https://www.omgcommerce.com/contactPast guests on eCommerce Evolution include Ezra Firestone, Steve Chou, Drew Sanocki, Jacques Spitzer, Jeremy Horowitz, Ryan Moran, Sean Frank, Andrew Youderian, Ryan McKenzie, Joseph Wilkins, Cody Wittick, Miki Agrawal, Justin Brooke, Nish Samantray, Kurt Elster, John Parkes, Chris Mercer, Rabah Rahil, Bear Handlon, JC Hite, Frederick Vallaeys, Preston Rutherford, Anthony Mink, Bill D'Allessandro, Stephane Colleu, Jeff Oxford, Bryan Porter and more

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Christian Spell, a recent high school graduate and SkillsUSA National Officer, joins Jay to share how a serious injury redirected his path—straight into automotive class and SkillsUSA. He opens up about competing, leading, and developing the professional skills most techs never learn in a shop.Watch the video recordingAbout the EpisodeHost: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, jayg@wrenchway.comGuest: Christian Spell, SkillsUSA, cspell@skillsusanationalofficer.orgLinks & ResourcesGet notified of new episodes --> Join our email list2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) June 1–5Join the ASE Connects CommunityASE Connects brings shops, dealerships, and schools together in one structured network to strengthen the technician pipeline. By making it easier to connect, collaborate, and support students through job shadows, internships, and classroom engagement, ASE Connects helps schools build stronger programs and helps shops develop a more consistent, local source of future technicians. Learn more:ASE Connects Memberships for Shops & DealersASE Connects Memberships for Schools (Free!)Connect with us on social:FacebookInstagramXLinkedInYouTubeTikTok

In this episode of The Purposeful Banker, Nicholas Koutouras, VP of Product Management for Q2's Relationship Pricing and Profitability business, discusses why repeated late saves can signal deeper drift inside a bank and how disciplined banks create consistency to help teams spot issues earlier and make steadier decisions. Related Links [Playbook] Beyond Pricing. Disciplined Performance. Real Impact. [LinkedIn] Nicholas Koutouras

Brent Peterson and Paul Byrne discuss the near future of AI, particularly its implications for software development and coding. Paul shares insights from his new book 'Adapt or Die', focusing on the different types of AI learning, the importance of human oversight in AI applications, and the challenges faced in integrating AI into development processes. They explore the democratization of coding through AI tools, the economic implications for software agencies, and the future trajectory of AI technology.TakeawaysAI is currently limited to type one learning, which is reactive.Type two learning in AI requires reflective thinking and goal-seeking capabilities.Human oversight is crucial in AI applications to handle exceptions and ensure quality.AI tools can significantly speed up development processes but cannot replace human developers.The democratization of coding allows non-technical individuals to engage in software development.AI's limitations can lead to wasted resources if not properly understood.The economic model for software development may shift towards fixed pricing due to AI efficiencies.AI can handle tedious tasks, freeing up developers for more complex work.The future of AI may involve running models on local machines for better control and privacy.Continuous adaptation to AI advancements is necessary for developers and agencies.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI and E-commerce02:46 Understanding AI Learning Types05:27 AI in Development: Tools and Use Cases07:58 The Role of Humans in AI Workflows10:59 Challenges and Limitations of AI13:50 Future of Software Development with AI16:17 The Democratization of Coding19:07 Economic Implications of AI in Development21:51 Closing Thoughts and Book Promotion

This special live episode of the FemTech Focus was recorded at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health as part of a women's health innovation event.This panel explores what it actually takes to build in women's health—from identifying unmet clinical needs to navigating customer discovery, commercialization, regulation, fundraising, and equity in femtech innovation.The discussion features four innovators building next-generation solutions across pelvic health, menstrual health, fetal surgery, and digital maternal health.Moderator: Dr. Rosemary Morgan - Associate Professor, Department of International Health Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthDr. Morgan's work focuses on understanding how gender inequities shape health systems, healthcare access, and public health interventions globally. Her research spans sexual and reproductive health, gender analysis, and equity-centered global health systems research.

This week we're talking about something every hunter loves to argue about… conservation organizations. Everybody's got stickers on their coolers, everybody's got a banquet they support, and everybody's convinced their organization is the one truly saving hunting.But if we strip away the branding, the raffles, the banquets, and the social media posts… where is the money actually going?Who's buying habitat?Who's restoring land?Who's improving public access?And which groups are really moving the needle for wildlife?Because at the end of the day, conservation shouldn't just be a slogan. It should be measurable.UPO Gear & Such- https://uponation.co/UPO Social Media- https://linktrh.ee/underpressureoutdoorsBecome a Patron- https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45295718Deep Roots Rifle Company- Use Code UPO10 to save 10%

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by HMH.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Professional learning is under pressure to do more than ever before, and educators cannot wait for support that misses the moment. As student needs shift, instructional demands evolve, and expectations continue to rise, schools need professional learning that is timely, relevant, and built to make an immediate difference.Join us for an energizing edWeb podcast on how to design professional learning that is intentional, responsive, and grounded in the real challenges educators face every day. We explore how leaders can create learning experiences that address urgent needs, strengthen instructional practice, and build lasting capacity across their systems.Listeners leave with practical ideas for making professional learning more strategic, more actionable, and more likely to drive meaningful change.During this session, you explore:Using Data with Purpose: Identify the right data to inform professional learning and learn how to translate insights into actionable, high-impact PD that drives real change.Designing PD That Sticks: Experience effective, educator-centered PD practices that cultivate engagement, support retention, and drive meaningful opportunities for practical application and continuous growth.Sustaining Impact Through Smart Resourcing: Explore creative strategies to secure funding and align resources to ensure professional learning remains consistent, scalable, and impactful.This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders and district leaders.Houghton Mifflin HarcourtWe're helping to create the fullest expression of what learning can be.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Peter Cappelli, Wharton Professor of Management, discusses why artificial intelligence has yet to significantly replace jobs, how companies are navigating AI investments and organizational change, and what new graduates should understand about the evolving workforce and productivity landscape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit down with Charles T. Lee, founder of Ideation and author of Design Your Good Life, to unpack what it really means to live with purpose in a world that constantly pulls you in a hundred different directions. Charles works with high-level leaders and executives, helping them gain clarity early and then execute on brand, vision, and impact. But what I love about this conversation is that we go way beyond business strategy. We get into the real stuff… purpose, legacy, relationships, and how to actually design a life that feels aligned. One of the biggest takeaways for me is how Charles reframes purpose. Instead of this one big thing you're supposed to figure out for the rest of your life, he talks about purpose as something agile, something seasonal, and something you can actually take action on right now. That shift alone is powerful. We also break down his three-phase framework from the book: Spark, Actualize, and Influence. This gives you a practical roadmap to move from curiosity and ideas to real execution and impact. It's not just theory. It's something you can apply immediately. We talk a lot about relationships too. Who you surround yourself with, how to filter the right people into your life, and why generosity and stewardship are the foundation of any meaningful legacy. Charles makes a strong case that success isn't just about what you build, but who you build it with and how you show up along the way. We also dive into AI and where the world is heading. Instead of fearing it, Charles believes it should actually free us up to focus more on human connection, deeper thinking, and intentional living. That perspective really hit home for me. This conversation is for anyone who feels like they've been checking the boxes but still wants more clarity, more alignment, and more purpose in their life. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why purpose is not fixed and how to adapt it through different seasons of life The three-phase framework to design a meaningful and impactful life How to move from ideas to execution and real-world value Why relationships are the foundation of legacy and long-term success How to filter the right people into your life using curiosity and authenticity A new way to think about AI and how it can enhance human connection Daily habits and mindset shifts that lead to a more aligned life How to focus on your core strengths instead of trying to do everything

What if the most underused tool in health innovation communication was sitting right in your pocket? In this episode of StartUp Health NOW, recorded live at HLTH 2025 in Las Vegas, StartUp Health co-founder Unity Stoakes sits down with Dan Kendall, fou...

AI is the secret weapon entrepreneurs and content creators can no longer afford to ignore. It has quickly become essential for scaling ideas, creating content faster, and staying competitive. In this final episode of the YAPCreator Series Replay, Hala Taha dives into how artificial intelligence is reshaping content creation and entrepreneurship. You'll hear from top business and tech leaders, including Reid Hoffman, Tom Bilyeu, and Jen Gottlieb, as they explore ways to leverage AI to enhance your creative process, improve productivity, and maintain a competitive edge. In this episode, Hala will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (01:56) Why AI Is Essential for Entrepreneurs (04:50) AI and the Rise of Solopreneurs (09:54) AI's Real Impact on the Future of Work (11:59) Using ChatGPT as a Content Assistant (15:25) How AI Is Supercharging Human Creativity (18:42) Ken Okazaki's AI Formula for Viral Hooks (20:34) Podcasting and AI Marketing Trends (25:39) Will AI Disrupt Content Creation Entirely? (31:48) Reid Hoffman on AI Agents and What's Next  Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast production agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Russell Brunson, Jenna Kutcher, and Neil Patel grow and monetize their shows. Through her work, Hala has become one of the most influential creator entrepreneurs in podcasting. Sponsored By: Huel - Get over $50 in savings with the Discovery Bundle from Huel. Use my exclusive code YAP15 for 15% off at huel.com/yap15. Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Intuit - Start paying bills the smart way, not the hard way. Learn more at QuickBooks.com/billpay AT&T Business - Power your small business with reliable connectivity from AT&T. Switch today at business.att.com.  Fabric - Protect your family with term life insurance from Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just minutes at meetfabric.com/profiting  ZocDoc - Stop putting off those doctors' appointments. Find and instantly book a doctor you love today at Zocdoc.com/PROFITING  Blinkist - Turn the world's best nonfiction books into quick 15-minute reads or listens. Grab your free trial plus an exclusive 30% discount at blinkist.com/profiting   Resources Mentioned: YAP E254 with Jen Gottlieb: youngandprofiting.co/4324ayp YAP E291 with Gary Vaynerchuk: youngandprofiting.co/41DRxcd YAP E252 with Harley Finkelstein: youngandprofiting.co/4i2IYN5 YAP E230 with Ken Okazaki: youngandprofiting.co/3Ervwnx YAP E226 with Neil Patel: youngandprofiting.co/4gqjng0 YAP E316 with Kat Norton: youngandprofiting.co/40I34q4 YAP E155 with Kelly Roach: youngandprofiting.co/4h1LfrD  YAPCreator Replay E1: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E1 YAPCreator Replay E2: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E2 YAPCreator Replay E3: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E3 YAPCreator Replay E4: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E4  YAPCreator Replay E5: youngandprofiting.co/YCR-E5  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, AI Marketing, Prompt, AI in Action, Generative AI, AI for Entrepreneurs, AI Podcast

In this reflection, Aaron shares insights after listening to a conversation between Drs Chris Wolfe and Lisa Greene on contour prism with Neurolens. Drawing from his own experience, he breaks down how integrating binocular vision screening into workflow, especially with newer headset technology, has improved patient education, efficiency, and outcomes. He explores why patients normalize symptoms like headaches and eye strain, how to uncover those issues, and why acting with urgency on functional vision problems is just as important as managing disease. Episode with Chris and Dr Lisa Greene: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyecode-media/id1449429774?i=1000762343973   ---------------------- Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training What if scaling your agency didn't mean hiring more people or building a bigger team? What if the path to more freedom was actually designing a business that needs less, not more? In this episode, today's guest challenges the default assumption that growth requires headcount. She breaks down how she's built a highly specialized, one-person agency and why, when positioned correctly, that model can outperform much larger teams. But this conversation goes deeper than staying small. It's about intentional design. We unpack how niching down becomes a forcing function for simplicity, the hidden cost of staying stuck in the operator role, and why your evolution as a founder, not your team size, is what ultimately determines whether your agency creates freedom or quietly becomes a trap. Madison Carr is the founder of Creative Chameleon, a one-person branding agency focused exclusively on private schools. After spending years grinding as a generalist designer, taking anything and everything, she eventually niched into the education sector and built a reputation as a specialist. Today, she operates as both strategist and executor, working directly with school leadership teams on brand positioning, identity, and rollout, without a traditional agency structure behind her. In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding a promising niche The ups and downs of running a one-person agency Why founder identity is the real constraint Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources This episode is brought to you by Wix Studio: If you're leveling up your team and your client experience, your site builder should keep up too. That's why successful agencies use Wix Studio — built to adapt the way your agency does: AI-powered site mapping, responsive design, flexible workflows, and scalable CMS tools so you spend less on plugins and more on growth. Ready to design faster and smarter? Go to wix.com/studio to get started. Herringbone Digital: If you're thinking about exiting now, planning a few years ahead, or just want to understand your options, you should know about Herringbone Digital. They're not a typical financial buyer. They're operators who actually understand what it takes to build and scale an agency because they've done it themselves. Their approach is simple: invest in great founders, protect what's already working, and help agencies scale faster. Go to https://www.herringbonedigital.com/swenk and start the conversation. Niching Isn't About Marketing After a short-lived stint as an in-house designer, Madison knew her next step was to become a freelancer. She went straight to Craigslist, got some opportunities, and spent the next five years taking as much work as she could, without giving much thought to specialization. That phase is necessary. But it comes with a cost: inconsistent revenue, constant prospecting, and zero predictability. When you're taking any project that shows up, you're not building a business; you're renting income. As the industry continued to change, Madison recognized having the necessary business and marketing skills would be the only way to stay ahead. And once she did start to learn, all the advice seemed to point toward niching down. The problem was that no niche seemed promising enough to start saying no to other work. That is, until she landed a school client and leaned into it. Not because of strategy, but because the timing was right. Most niches are found, not planned.. Once she committed to that niche, everything changed. Sales got easier. Positioning got clearer. And most importantly, the business stopped relying on hustle. Instead of chasing work, she started operating inside an ecosystem where she understood the budget cycles, buying seasons, and decision-makers. The One-Person Agency: Freedom or Bottleneck? Madison made a deliberate decision to stay small. Not because she couldn't grow, but because she values being in the creative process. She doesn't want to become a full-time manager. She wants to build, not just oversee. For her, staying small meant she could keep doing what she truly loves, instead of either climbing a corporate ladder or running a bigger agency where she'd pass the creative work to junior designers. That's a valid choice. But it comes with tradeoffs. The upside is clear: direct client relationships, no overhead, higher margins on certain projects, and strong positioning as a specialist. For her clients, schools, working directly with the expert is a major selling point. The downside is just as real. Capacity is limited. Pressure is high. And certain opportunities, large, multi-disciplinary projects, are simply out of reach. The Real Impact of Niching: Operational Simplicity For Madison, one of the most underrated benefits of niching down has been that it greatly reduces operational complexity. Before, every project was different. Every client required a new sales process, new education, new expectations. That creates friction everywhere: sales, delivery, pricing. After niching, patterns emerged. She now understands: When schools buy How they make decisions What they actually value That eliminates a huge amount of wasted energy. Instead of reinventing the wheel every time, she's operating within a known system. And that stability reduces the emotional volatility most agency owners deal with, the feast-or-famine cycle. Founder Identity Is the Real Constraint It's important to distinguish whether the business is designed intentionally or just a reflection of the founder's current identity. Madison enjoys the pressure. She thrives in the tension. Right now, the business fits her. But that won't always be true. Every agency hits a ceiling when the founder stops evolving. If your role doesn't change, your business can't scale beyond you. It will either stall or start breaking under the weight of your involvement. This is the core idea: Your agency doesn't outgrow you. It gets limited by you. Whether you stay solo or build a team, the question isn't "what's the best model?" It's: Who do you need to become for the next stage of the business? AI Is Not the Threat, But Your Positioning Is Madison's approach to AI is: understand it, but don't blindly adopt it. Some clients want it. Some don't. Some see it as efficiency. Others see it as risk. As a tool, you can either use it to enhance your work or to undermine your value. This is something Madison has thought about as she prepared a talk for college students who will, at some point, become creatives entering the industry. How could she help them build skills that AI can't replace? Her advice was to use their brains and critical thinking, but not ignore AI and integrate it into their workflow. In the end, her clients aren't hiring her to generate assets faster. They're hiring her for judgment, strategy, and industry-specific expertise. That's the protection. If your value is tied to execution, AI will pressure your margins. If your value is tied to thinking, positioning, and decision-making, AI becomes leverage. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. 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Andy Stumpf is a former U.S. Navy SEAL, extreme sports enthusiast, public speaker, podcaster, and author. What will the future of war actually look like? As AI accelerates and warfare rapidly evolves, the stakes feel higher than ever, but how worried should we really be? Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: ⁠⁠⁠https://chriswillx.com/deals⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period from Shopify at ⁠https://shopify.com/modernwisdom⁠ Get 10% discount on all Gymshark products at ⁠https://gym.sh/modernwisdom⁠ (use code MODERNWISDOM10) Get a free bottle of D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, and more when you first subscribe at ⁠https://ag1.info/modernwisdom⁠ Get 160+ lab tests for just $365 and save an extra $25 at ⁠https://functionhealth.com/modernwisdom⁠ Timestamps: (0:00) The Surprising Danger of Fighting Under a Full Moon (0:51) Is Technology Making Warfare More Dangerous? (2:46) Can We Predict Where Warfare Is Going? (5:00) Should AI Make Life and Death Decisions? (7:18) Is Ghost Murmur Technology Just a Myth? (10:28) What Really Happens When You Eject From an Aircraft (14:51) How Soldiers Are Trained to Survive Capture (18:51) Is Pulling the Trigger Harder Than It Looks? (23:20) The Dark Virality of Charlie Kirk's Death (26:00) Are Special Operations Glorified By the Public? (29:48) The Unique Learning Points of a Special Operations Instructor (37:20) How Much Does Failure Cost You? (38:27) The Most Expensive Lessons of Andy's Career (41:46) Why Walking Away is So Difficult (44:21) Don't Make Yourself the Victim of Your Own Life (46:41) The Reality of Marrying a Special Operator (51:07) Was Bin Laden's Raid Truly a Success? (57:40) How America Really Sees Its Military Today (01:08:32) The Dangerous Divide Inside the US (01:13:20) Is Guns For Hire the Way Forward? (01:17:01) Why Do People Quit? (01:29:12) The Most Important Traits in Life or Death Situations (01:31:08) The Brutal Truth About Drownproofing (01:34:40) The Top Scaring Tactics Used in Training (01:40:05) Are Deaths in Training Necessary? (01:41:40) Why the Grind Is Everything (01:44:24) The One SEAL Lesson Everyone Should Learn (01:48:48) Why You're Never Truly Alone (01:52:22) The Truth About Making a Real Impact (02:02:45) Andy's End Goal Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: ⁠⁠https://chriswillx.com/books⁠⁠ Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: ⁠⁠https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom⁠⁠ Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: ⁠⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Goggins⁠⁠ #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: ⁠⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Peterson⁠⁠ #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: ⁠⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Huberman⁠⁠ - Get In Touch: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠https://chriswillx.com/contact⁠⁠ - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After predicting the world's biggest risks for over 25 years, Geopolitical Expert Ian Bremmer reveals the top 10 risks for 2026, and why the AI job threat is far bigger than people think! Ian Bremmer is a political scientist and founder of Eurasia Group, a leading political risk research and consulting firm, and GZERO Media, a global affairs media company. He is also a Professor at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, and the author of several books, including, “The Power of Crisis: How Three Threats - and Our Response - Will Change the World”. He explains: ◼️Why the US has become the biggest driver of global instability ◼️How China is quietly winning the long-term power and resources game ◼️The AI threat that could hack banks, infrastructure, and entire economies ◼️Why millions of jobs could disappear and trigger political backlash ◼️How collapsing global leadership is creating a dangerous “G-Zero” world 00:00 Intro   01:43 The Report Warning of 2026's Biggest Global Threats   06:43 Are We Watching International Cooperation Collapse in Real Time?   10:04 The Real Motive Behind Trump's Most Controversial Moves   12:33 The Hidden Forces Driving the Iran War   18:51 The Critical Mistake That Escalated the Iran Conflict   20:17 Who Really Holds Power Inside Iran?   22:21 Why the U.S. Blocked the Strait of Hormuz—and What It Triggered   27:21 How the Lebanon–Iran War Spiral Began   29:15 What Could Have Prevented This Crisis From Unfolding?   31:39 The Unexpected Shifts in the Middle East   35:06 The Real Impact of Trump's Impulse-Driven Decisions   40:40 The Path That Could Change Everything   45:00 Russia and China's Calculated Response to the Iran War   47:58 What Europe Got Wrong - and Why It Matters Now   51:47 China's Long-Term Strategy: Where Does It Leave America?   57:47 A Brief Break—But What Comes Next Matters More   00:59:53 I Predicted 2025—Here's What's Coming Next   01:04:10 Why AI Could Trigger a Global Economic Shock   01:06:07 The Unseen Workforce Powering AI's Rise   01:09:52 Rising Public Anger: Why Elites and AI Leaders Are Under Fire   01:14:36 Is Universal Basic Income Becoming Inevitable?   01:16:01 The Growing Problems Big Tech Can't Solve   01:22:21 Can the Tech Oligarchy Actually Be Stopped?   01:27:53 Is a True “Utopia” Possible—or Just a Myth?   01:34:34 Why Public Service Matters More Than Ever Today   01:37:46 At the End of Life: What Will Your Choices Really Mean? Enjoyed the episode? Share this link and earn points for every referral - redeem them for exclusive prizes: https://doac-perks.com Follow Ian:  X - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/1jUp9VW  Instagram - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/HII48p9 YouTube - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/4yJPMn2  Eurasia Group - https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/Jhf7nJ You can purchase Ian's book ‘“The Power of Crisis: How Three Threats - and Our Response - Will Change the World”, here: https://link.thediaryofaceo.com/6YBkvoW  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Wispr - Get 14 days of Wispr Flow for free at https://wisprflow.ai/steven   Ketone - https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order   Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett