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Most people don't fail because they lack opportunity. They fail because they never fix their purpose.   In this powerful episode of The Abundance Mindset, Vinney (Smile) Chopra and Gualter Amarelo break down one of the most misunderstood — yet life-changing — principles from Think and Grow Rich: Fixity of Purpose.   Vinney shares his personal journey from arriving in the U.S. with just $7 to building a billion-dollar real estate portfolio, and why deciding once — and refusing to turn back — made all the difference.   This episode dives deep into:

I'm saying the quiet part out loud: if you don't build your sales muscle, growth stalls - no matter how talented you are. In this episode, Julia Arpag, CEO and Founder of Aligned Recruitment, shares with me how she went from five weeks postpartum and laid off to building a seven-figure tech recruitment firm by treating selling as service, investing early in mentorship, and using LinkedIn + networking like a real funnel.Julia's journey began in August 2023 when she was unexpectedly laid off while on maternity leave. What could have been a destabilizing moment became the catalyst for something extraordinary. While briefly accepting a W-2 role, she started selling for a friend's startup recruitment venture on the side. Within months, she closed three retainer clients. That early traction forced a pivotal decision: continue playing it safe, or step fully into entrepreneurship despite fears around sales, taxes, and “not knowing enough.” She chose the leap. Rather than trying to figure everything out alone, Julia invested her earliest earnings into mentorship by hiring an executive coach who had sold a recruitment agency for $28 million, a LinkedIn writing coach, and systems experts. Inspired by Carol Dweck's Mindset and the philosophy of “Who Not How,” she built her sales muscle, reframed selling as service, and adopted a growth mindset that became foundational to Aligned Recruitment's rapid success. She reminds us that for women entrepreneurs especially, seeking support is often the difference between staying small and scaling meaningfully. We also explored Julia's tactical wisdom as a recruiter, including why job seekers should treat their search like a sales funnel, how to optimize LinkedIn to be discovered, and why networking consistently outperforms cold online applications. At a deeper level, Julia challenges the idea that business success must come at the cost of personal well-being. Her philosophy is clear: build a business around your life, not the other way around. This conversation is a powerful reminder for all of us that profitability, purpose, and peace can coexist. Tune in to hear my conversation with Julia Arpag and how she is redefining what it looks like for women to lead, sell, and scale without losing themselves in the process. Chapters: 01:12

In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John explains the real purpose of vocal exercises and why they are not meant to test or prove your voice. He shares how exercises support coordination, regulation, and vocal safety rather than chasing range or power. Approach your practice as a place to listen and build trust, not something you have to get right.   Episode highlights: Boredom in practice can signal stability and progress. Focused practice matters more than long practice sessions, especially for older singers. Safety and consistency are crucial for vocal growth.   To learn more about John Henny, his best-selling books, on-line courses, Voiceschool.com featuring his Teaching Team of Experts, Speaker Training and the Contemporary Voice Teacher Academy, visit: JohnHenny.com

A caller tells me to get a real job and tries to navigate feeling taken for granted in his current relationship, and caller believes his lack of sexual activity has endowed him with superpowers. It is time to go home to candy land. I am a gecko.Get notified for when I come to your city to do a live gecko show: therapygeckotour.com GET BONUS EPISODES: therapygecko.supercast.com FOLLOW ME ON GECKOGRAM: instagram.com/lyle4ever GET WEIRD EMAILS FROM ME SOMETIMES BY CLICKING HERE.Follow me on Twitch to get a notification for when I’m live taking calls. Usually Mondays and Wednesdays but a lot of other times too. twitch.tv/lyleforeverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you mistaking engagement for more information and unintentionally overwhelming the people who already trust you?In this episode of Sequence Over Strategy, Michelle unpacks why engagement isn't about teaching more, explaining more, or proving yourself again. It's about helping people slow down, process what they already know, and feel confident moving forward. Drawing from real questions that came up during her Build Your Relationship Funnel intensive, she explains why peer-to-peer industry gatherings can be one of the most effective ways to bridge awareness and sales, especially in B2B.ResourcesThe Michelle WarnerNetworking That PaysFree WorkshopPrevious Episodes

Click here to send Ryan a text message!Episode #383What is a pastor biblically called to do? This episode explains Ephesians 4 and clarifies how pastors are meant to equip believers for ministry—not just inside church, but in everyday life.Watch this episode on YouTubeHowToGrowYourFaith.com >> Learn the 5 Biggest Mistakes Christians Make In Their Walk With God (and how you can avoid them!)Sharable Episode Links (scroll down or search for this episode):Ryan's Website Buzzsprout Link MORE FROM RYAN:FREE DOWNLOAD: 21 Days to a Spirit-Led Life Subscribe on YouTubeTwitter | Instagram | LinkedInSubmit a question or topic for the podcast at ryanshoward.com/contactSupport the show

HR has two roles: keep the business out of jail and unlock human performance. In this powerful conversation, Ashley Williams (former CHRO of BT Group and BHP) explains what truly matters for HR leaders during periods of growth and transformation. We discuss: - Why HR must be a business function, not just a support function - The reality of transformation in large organisations - Leadership clarity, trust, and resilience in uncertain times - How human performance must serve business strategy If you're a CHRO, senior leader, or HR professional navigating complexity, this episode will challenge how you think about the role of HR. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Day Drinking on Delmarva, Todd and Tony explore various themes related to podcasting, community engagement, and personal anecdotes. They discuss the importance of targeting specific audiences in podcasting, share their experiences with launching new projects, and delve into the art of engaging interviews. The conversation also touches on unique encounters during a recent trip to New Jersey and a scandal in the funeral industry, showcasing the blend of humor and serious topics that characterize their discussions.Newest episode of Dewey Raw Inaugural episode of Destination Delmarva This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit daydrinkingondelmarva.substack.com

Typically at 12:35, Rena Sarigianopoulos was on the KARE-11 anchor desk at that time time today competing against this show. Chad checks in with her later to see if she's feeling any remorse.

In this special Thanksgiving edition of This Old Marketing, Joe and Robert dive into the future of AI and what it really means for marketers, creators, and anyone trying to build an audience in the next few years. The boys explore how long traditional marketing roles will remain intact and why we may be much closer to a tipping point than most people want to believe. The Window Is Closing Joe and Robert revisit a theme they've both been writing about lately: the shrinking window of time before AI reshapes content, distribution, and discoverability. They break down what creators and marketers can still do right now to secure their position before the landscape shifts for good. Their take: you have a few years. Maybe less. And waiting is not a strategy. The Real Job of the Future In a world where AI generates nearly everything instantly, Joe and Robert ask the big question: what will the actual marketing job look like five or ten years from now? The answer isn't another technical role. It isn't prompt engineering. It isn't "AI operations." The position of the future is rooted in skills AI can't replicate: Being known personally by real people Building in-person trust Hosting gatherings, leading communities, and showing up in the real world Connecting human beings to human beings If AI floods the world with infinite content, the new scarcity becomes physical presence. What Creators Must Do Next The boys outline the shift every marketer and content entrepreneur must make: from chasing reach to cultivating real connections. From relying on platforms to building owned audiences. From algorithmic exposure to human relationships that cannot be automated. This special episode is a wake-up call and a roadmap rolled into one. Why This Matters Right Now Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, and the episode closes with Joe and Robert reminding listeners that the next few years are arguably the most important years in the history of marketing. AI will change everything. But it won't replace the marketers who understand what actually makes people move, trust, and gather. Subscribe and Follow: Follow Joe Pulizzi and Robert Rose on LinkedIn for insights, hot takes, and weekly updates from the world of content and marketing. This week's sponsor: Did you know that most businesses only use 20% of their data? That's like reading a book with most of the pages torn out. Point is, you miss a lot. Unless you use HubSpot. Their customer platform gives you access to the data you need to grow your business. The insights trapped in emails, call logs, and transcripts.  All that unstructured data that makes all the difference. Because when you know more, you grow more. Visit https://www.hubspot.com/ to hear how HubSpot can help you grow better. ------- Get all the show notes: https://www.thisoldmarketing.com/ Get Joe's new book, Burn the Playbook, at http://www.joepulizzi.com/books/burn-the-playbook/ Subscribe to Joe's Newsletter at https://www.joepulizzi.com/signup/. Get Robert Rose's new book, Valuable Friction, at https://robertrose.net/valuable-friction/  Subscribe to Robert's Newsletter at https://seventhbearlens.substack.com/ ------- This Old Marketing is part of the HubSpot Podcast Network: https://www.hubspot.com/podcastnetwork

In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton tackles a question many marketers quietly ask: Is being a fractional CMO even a real job? Through sharp insights and personal reflection, Casey makes the case that the corporate "safety net" is long gone—and that the real opportunity lies in betting on yourself. He explores why today's market pressures—from AI disruption to global competition—are pushing corporate marketers to rethink their path, and how the fractional CMO model offers freedom, financial stability, and long-term upside. Casey shares the story of his father's career at IBM, lessons on mediating structures, and the mindset shift required to build your own future instead of relying on outdated systems. Whether you're in a corporate seat wondering if you're next on the layoff list or ready to lead multiple clients with confidence, this episode gives you a roadmap to independence, relevance, and sustainable growth. Key Topics Covered: -Why the corporate "safety net" is an illusion in 2025 -The hidden dangers of staying too long in a corporate role -How AI and global labor shifts are transforming the marketing landscape -What it really means to be a fractional CMO (and why it's safer than a 9–5) -Why commitment and community matter more than credentials -The future of fractional leadership—and why 2026 will be a breakout year -How to build long-term wealth and low-anxiety success as a CMO  

The House Oversight Committee released a nearly 100-page report on deeming invalid those executive actions and pardons issued without proper authorization and with machine-generated signatures in Joe Biden's name. In a corresponding letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer asked Bondi to investigate all executive actions taken during Biden's time in office "to ascertain whether they were duly authorized by the president of the United States."Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the military to carry out "forceful" strikes in the Gaza Strip shortly after troops with the Israel Defense Forces came under fire from Gazian militants.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spent part of her weekend sparring with Riley Gaines on X (formerly Twitter). At this point in the X-battle, only two things have been settled: AOC is a "Misogynistic Dunce" and Riley Gaines has a "Real Job" (she's a mother).Last week, Jews were banned from visiting the U.K.'s second-largest city, Birmingham. Ed Brodow uses this fact as just another reason as he makes the case that "It's Time to Pull the Plug on the Religion of Intolerance."It's Time to Pull the Plug on the Religion of IntoleranceBecome a supporter of Tapp into the Truth: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tapp-into-the-truth--556114/support Tapp into the Truth on Rumble. Follow, watch the older shows, and join the live streams.“Remember Pop Rocks? Now, imagine they gave you superpowers.” Please let me introduce you to Energy Rocks! Born from the grit and ambition of a competitive athlete who wanted a better, cleaner way to fuel the body and mind, without the hassle of mixing powders, messy bottles, or caffeine crashes. Energy Rocks is a reimagining of energy into something fun, functional, and fantastically effective. A delicious popping candy energy supplement that delivers a rapid boost of clean energy and focus — anytime, anywhere. No water. No mixing. No bulky bottles. Just open, pop it in your mouth, and get ready to rock. Making any time the right time to “Get in the Zone, One Pop at a Time.”Take This Free Quiz To Find Out The Best & Worst Foods To Avoid For Joint Pain!Do you wake up in the morning with stiff joints or pain in your hips, back, knees, or elbows? Then, chances are you're feeling the effects of chronic inflammation taking its toll on your body. The good news is that it is NEVER too late to help get this under control. And the best part is certain foods help you do this naturally, without the need for prescription medications.If recent events have proven anything, you need to be as prepared as possible for when things go sideways. You certainly can't count on the government for help. True liberty requires self-reliance. My Patriot SupplySupport American jobs! Support the show! Get great products at great prices! Go to My Pillow and use promo code TAPP to save! Visit Patriot Mobile or Call (817) 380-9081 to take advantage of a FREE Month of service when you switch using promo code TAPP! Follow Tapp into the Truth on Locals Follow Tapp into the Truth on SubstackHero SoapPatriot DepotBlue CoolersKoa CoffeeBrainMDDiamond CBDSauce Bae2nd SkullEinstokBeanstoxBelle IsleMomento AIHoneyFund"Homegrown" Boone's BourbonBlackout Coffee Co.Full Circle Brewing Co.Pasmosa Sangria  

Do you feel like you got the buying job but not the training? You're not alone.In this episode, Elisabeth explains why so many early-career fashion buyers struggle — and what the industry forgot to teach them.You'll learn:The three missing lessons every buyer should know.Why confidence is built, not born.How to connect creativity with commercial thinking.

He sings.  He plays multiple instruments. He tells jokes. He writes songs. He creates music videos. He plays hockey, even at the age of 70. He's an author of short stories and novels. He's Wayne Faust, a man who hasn't held a real job in 50 years. This is part II of our conversation about those 5 decades. It's not easy to describe Wayne Faust's stage presence.  He evokes shades of Harry Chapin, Jim Stafford, Steve Martin, and Ray Stevens.  He dares to make audience interaction a substantial part of his show, including on-the-spot song compositions about his delighted patrons.  It is easier to state that our guest has for over five decades successfully entertained people across America and overseas. Wayne is a Renaissance man whose creativity includes playing multiple instruments, composing songs that range from novelty to nostalgia to inspiring, and authoring multiple novels.  Join me for a conversation with a performer who is genuine, talented, and gifted in spreading joy. Wayne Faust online presence: waynefaust.com waynefaustauthor.com (for direct link to Wayne's books)   Essential Links: https://okboomer.libsyn.com/site YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ANJjEbjvP0&list=PLkRx0bBfd2KyT7PSb2RVQcGhZyPCvTarp Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/TTaudioworks/?modal=admin_todo_tour Website:  https://tommytones.webnode.com/ Email:  ttaudioworks@gmail.com

Josh is joined by Squidge Rugby hero Robbie Owen to 'discuss' the 'weekend's rugby'. Which mainly involves talking about the Hollywood potential of the Cardiff Blues, rugby's need to lean into its himbo thirst trap potential and… er… p*nis fencing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Igor started, his family told him to stop dreaming and find a safe job. They didn't believe in online business until they saw results. In this episode, Igor explains why you'll never convince doubters with words, only with proof. Once you succeed, even the biggest skeptics will ask for your help.

When Igor started, his family told him to stop dreaming and find a safe job. They didn't believe in online business until they saw results. In this episode, Igor explains why you'll never convince doubters with words, only with proof. Once you succeed, even the biggest skeptics will ask for your help.

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In week three of The Intentional Life, Pastor Gabe concludes the series by showing how the Great Commission calls us to reach beyond ourselves — individually, locally, nationally, and internationally. Discipleship isn't just about following Jesus; it's about helping others follow Him too. Discover how Christ's authority and power equip us to live sent, bringing the gospel to our everyday world and to the ends of the earth.

Is reselling really a real job or just a hobby? In this episode of Consignment Chats, we're breaking down the truth about what it takes to run a successful reselling business in 2025. From sourcing and shipping to taxes, customer service, and managing death piles—this is not just “playing store.”Whether you're selling on eBay, Poshmark, Etsy, or Mercari, or running your own consignment business, reselling requires real work, real skills, and yes—real paychecks. We'll share the myths, the misconceptions, and the reality of treating reselling like a business instead of a side hustle.What you'll learn in this episode:✅ The difference between a hobby, side hustle, and full-time reselling business✅ The day-to-day work resellers really do (it's more than just thrifting!)✅ How to respond when people say “That's not a real job”If you've ever had to defend what you do as a reseller, this one's for you.

https://podawful.com/posts/2585    It's been a good run! Almost 16 years of PODAWFUL later, and I'm finally doing what everyone in the comments has been saying for years. I've gotta get a real job. I'm applying for a real position for the first time in a decade, and thanks to a Flesh Simulator video, I now know about Jobs.Now! It's a great website that lets you not only score one of those hard-to-get, "Americans don't wanna work," high-salary tech jobs, but it also let's you send an H1-B packing back to India. Win-Win! We spread a little misinformation on the H1-B subreddit to get our foot in the door, use Grok to write up our bona fides from the University of Mumbai, and keep a truck driving gig as a safety net. Let's do a big U-Turn into our new career! PLUS: Ruphio Pheonix gives me the tips on what it takes to be a successful content creator, Josh Moon loves Podawful, and we expand the list of slurs for AI. Get the POD AWFTER SHOW where we cover DESTINY'S SON NATHANIEL becoming a Groyper and now getting interviewed by everyone after Alex Stein copied PODAWFUL, only in the PIZZA FUND: https://podawful.com/posts/2586    VIDEO: https://youtube.com/live/Tg0TNVo1K9Y    Buy A Shirt: http://awful.tech    PODAWFUL is an anti-podcast hosted by Jesse P-S

https://podawful.com/posts/2585    It's been a good run! Almost 16 years of PODAWFUL later, and I'm finally doing what everyone in the comments has been saying for years. I've gotta get a real job. I'm applying for a real position for the first time in a decade, and thanks to a Flesh Simulator video, I now know about Jobs.Now! It's a great website that lets you not only score one of those hard-to-get, "Americans don't wanna work," high-salary tech jobs, but it also let's you send an H1-B packing back to India. Win-Win! We spread a little misinformation on the H1-B subreddit to get our foot in the door, use Grok to write up our bona fides from the University of Mumbai, and keep a truck driving gig as a safety net. Let's do a big U-Turn into our new career! PLUS: Ruphio Pheonix gives me the tips on what it takes to be a successful content creator, Josh Moon loves Podawful, and we expand the list of slurs for AI. Get the POD AWFTER SHOW where we cover DESTINY'S SON NATHANIEL becoming a Groyper and now getting interviewed by everyone after Alex Stein copied PODAWFUL, only in the PIZZA FUND: https://podawful.com/posts/2586    VIDEO: https://youtube.com/live/Tg0TNVo1K9Y    Buy A Shirt: http://awful.tech    PODAWFUL is an anti-podcast hosted by Jesse P-S

Chess grandmaster and human rights advocate Garry Kasparov joined Dan on Get a Real Job to talk about pressure, performance, and what he calls the “attacker's advantage.” He explains why being nervous is normal and how he's learned to channel that energy into winning. If you've ever wondered if high performers still get nervous, this episode is for you. Got a question or a rude comment? Email it to howsuccesshappens@entrepreneur.com and Dan just might read it on the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Mike outside on a Friday night. Hang out on the makeshift back patio with me while I reminisce on morning TV and what happened after that on those long hot days in the summer when you had nothing to do and all day to do it. Anyway, I was feeling real nostalgic today when […]

In this episode of Fraud Talk, ACFE Communications Director John Duffley speaks with Jim McConnell, CFE, about the growing threat of applicant fraud and hiring scams. With job seekers under increasing pressure, scammers exploit emotions and new technologies to steal personal information, impersonate companies and damage employer brands. McConnell breaks down the red flags of fraudulent recruiters, the rise of comment poisoning on platforms like LinkedIn, and how CFEs and HR teams can work together to spot and stop this emerging threat.

Most B2B teams think outbound is just about activity. Book meetings, hit quota, move on.But this week on The B2B Playbook, we sat down with Shawn Sease—aka The Professor of Prospecting—to expose why that model is broken.Shawn's seen it all. From old-school cold call sprints to modern GTM teams trying to do outbound in the age of AI. And he's brutally honest about what actually works today.Together, we unpack how to rebuild your sales development system around truth, timing, and trust—not just activity.Here's what we cover in this episode:+ Why most sales development strategies fail before the first call+ The power of cataloguing accounts (and why it's better than intent data)+ How to build outbound systems that don't collapse when your SDR quits+ What real Sales and Marketing alignment looks likeTune in and learn:+ Why timing is a weak signal (and what to track instead)+ How cataloguing transforms your outreach strategy+ What great commercial architecture actually looks likeThis episode is a must-watch if you're a B2B marketer or sales leader who's tired of outbound that doesn't scale, and wants a better way to reach your market.-----------------------------------------------------

The AI trade is getting increasingly crowded and it's getting harder to sift out the next big winners. Well-known tech analyst Dan Ives, who just recently launched an ETF with his own name on the line, tells us how he's approaching it. Plus, Todd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at Vettafi, discusses how the rest of the ETF industry is slicing AI.    

Great CEOs don't wait for inspiration—they create it. In this episode, I talk about innovative leadership, and why it's the missing link in your business growth. I share tips for how to build your “creative muscle”, the tools I use in my own business, and how to use white space and AI to amplify your genius. Remember, the BEST Med Spa CEOs aren't just operators, they're innovators.   HIGHLIGHTS Why creative thinking IS strategic thinking for Med Spa CEOs. What it means to be the creative director of your business. Daily habits to build your creative muscle. How I use sketchbooks and Ask Heather AI to amplify creative direction. Ways to practice your daily expression.   RESOURCES + LINKS Learn more about Ask Heather AI HERE Apply for The Med Spa Advantage HERE Book a Strategy Call with us HERE   FOLLOW Heather: @heatherterveen Website: heatherterveen.com

Dave Hill seamlessly blends virtuosic guitar playing with razor-sharp comedy, creating an entirely unique performance experience that defies categorization. In this captivating conversation with Greg Koch, Dave reveals the unexpected path that led him from his Cleveland roots as a rock musician to becoming a multifaceted comedian, author, and performer in New York City.The heart of Dave's artistic evolution came when he discovered audiences found genuine humor in his guitar prowess. "When I realized that people were laughing at guitar solos—not in a mocking way—I started doing things like tapping," Dave explains. This revelation transformed his approach, allowing him to stretch 10 minutes of material into 20 while "getting laughs in different ways" and developing his signature style of berating his backing musicians between impressive solos.What makes Dave's performances particularly fascinating is his "Chuck Berry style" approach to working with local musicians. Often meeting his backing band just hours (or sometimes minutes) before showtime, he transforms this unpredictability into comedic gold. Whether performing with legendary musicians like Benmont Tench from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers or with drummers who "own drums at best," Dave embraces the chaos as part of his art form.The conversation drifts through numerous fascinating detours, from their shared Catholic upbringings to the unpredictable nature of social media virality. Dave shares stories about opening for Tenacious D in arenas, writing four books, and crafting the theme song for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver with his band Valley Lodge. Through it all, his creative philosophy remains refreshingly simple: "You really can only entertain yourself... anytime you're thinking 'what do people want,' that's not part of the equation."Follow Dave on social media for his hilarious "fake commercials" and check out his band Valley Lodge for a taste of his musical side. As Dave puts it: "I'm feral, this is what I do... now I just have to ride it out until I die, because that's the only option really."

In This Episode We Cover:✅ The one email that launched a multimillion-user marketplace✅  What really happens when big brands say no (and how G2A pivoted)✅ Why culture beats strategy (and how to build it)✅ What G2A looks for in acquisitions today⏱️ Chapters:[1:58] The Origins of G2A: An Email That Started It All  [5:41] Why Passion, Not Profit, Drives G2A  [9:22] The Real Job of a CEO: Solving Problems  [10:21] Culture Eats Strategy: Building Team-Driven Growth  [13:00] Why Lifelong Learning Matters More Than Credentials  [17:39] The Digital Powerhouse Strategy and M&A Criteria  [19:13] Why G2A Invests in Gaming Education  [24:44] How G2A Uses AI Across the Organization  [26:03] AI in Cybersecurity: A Double-Edged Sword  [27:24] Why Marketplaces Offer Better Protection Than Solo Sellers   

This week on Revenue Rehab, Brandi Starr is joined by Laura Patterson, a data-driven growth strategist and co-founder of VisionEdge Marketing, who believes strategic foresight—not campaign execution—is the CMO's real job, and she's here to prove it. In this episode, Laura challenges the industry's fixation on activity and trend-chasing, arguing that revenue leaders must shift their focus from reactive marketing to proactive market-making by interpreting the signals that shape the future. By exposing the pitfalls of “random acts of marketing” and sharing actionable strategies, Laura makes a compelling case for why true leadership demands more than just looking in the rearview mirror. Ready to step out of the weeds and into bold strategy, or will you stick to business as usual?  Episode Type: Problem Solving Industry analysts, consultants, and founders take a bold stance on critical revenue challenges, offering insights you won't hear anywhere else. These episodes explore common industry challenges and potential solutions through expert insights and varied perspectives.  Bullet Points of Key Topics + Chapter Markers:  Topic #1: Strategic Foresight is the CMO's Core Mandate [00:00]  Laura Patterson asserts that the true role of the CMO is strategic foresight—actively interpreting market signals to drive the business forward—instead of focusing on executional tasks like campaign management. “If your strategic plan is just a mirror of historical data, you're not owning the market, you are in fact reacting to it,” she argues. This challenges the conventional wisdom that CMOs should be operational leaders, pushing the audience to reimagine marketing leadership as market-making rather than maintenance.  Topic #2: Countering CEO and Board Pressure to Chase Trends [00:08:33]  Laura tackles the challenge many CMOs face from CEOs and boards demanding action on the latest trends (e.g., AI), even when it's not strategically aligned. She insists CMOs must lead with business value, stating, “If you're going to be the leader, then you have to be willing to take a little risk and have a response that says... what about what we're trying to achieve for the organization?” The discussion centers on how revenue leaders can reframe these conversations to focus on business goals, even when faced with top-down mandates to pursue shiny objects.  Topic #3: Using Market Signals for Proactive Strategy [00:17:21]  Laura advocates for harnessing both internal and external market signals—such as airline reservations or box orders—as tools for strategic foresight, rather than relying solely on the company's own lagging indicators. She challenges the common practice of dashboard-driven decision making, asserting that by the time trends appear in company data, "you're already kind of behind the eight ball." The debate explores how CMOs, especially in smaller organizations, can identify forward-looking market signals to anticipate change and shape strategy, not just react.  The Wrong Approach vs. Smarter Alternative  The Wrong Approach: “They try to reverse engineer. What I mean by that is they try to reverse engineer what they're doing to an outcome that is a mistake. Right. It doesn't start at the bottom, it needs to start at the top.” – Laura Patterson  Why It Fails: Reverse-engineering from current activities up to business outcomes leads to weak alignment and rationalizes existing work, rather than ensuring marketing efforts are directly tied to organizational goals. This approach results in disconnected tactics, poor measurement of impact, and a continual cycle of busyness without meaningful progress.  The Smarter Alternative: Start with clear business outcomes and define success at the top level—then build your marketing strategies and initiatives to directly support those outcomes. Measure and communicate value based on how each initiative contributes to creating customer value and competitive advantage, rather than backfilling activities into justifications after the fact.  The Most Damaging Myth  The Myth: “If we just do more campaigns, adopt more tools, generate more content, we'll eventually hit on something that works. And that is the myth that activity equals progress. Right? And that's not true.” – Laura Patterson  Why It's Wrong: Laura explains that this belief leads companies to chase trends, pile on campaigns, and stay busy with random acts of marketing—all of which result in misalignment, wasted energy, and diluted impact. Instead of delivering on strategic business outcomes, marketing teams become stuck in endless execution, masking the absence of a clearly defined, customer-centric strategy that truly drives growth.  What Companies Should Do Instead: Companies should pause and get serious about evaluating their marketing work through the lens of impact and deliberate, value-driven moves. Focus on creating a customer-centric strategy that's rooted in core competencies and value propositions, and ensure every activity aligns directly to measurable business outcomes—rather than defaulting to more activity for its own sake.  The Rapid-Fire Round  Finish this sentence: If your company has this problem, the first thing you should do is _ “Stop. Pause and take a breath. Audit whether your marketing activities directly link to business outcomes. If you can't draw a clear line, it's time to halt unnecessary spending and effort until you have that clarity.” – Laura Patterson What's one red flag that signals a company has this problem—but might not realize it yet? “If your marketing measures don't tie back to actual business results and you're only reporting on activities or outputs, that's a major warning sign you're stuck in execution mode.” What's the most common mistake people make when trying to fix this? “Reverse engineering—trying to justify existing marketing activities by retroactively connecting them to business outcomes—instead of starting from the top with what business success looks like, then working downward into strategy and execution.” What's the fastest action someone can take today to make progress? “Take your top three marketing initiatives and ask: Do we know exactly how each one creates customer value and competitive advantage? If you can't answer with a confident ‘yes' (or rate them a 9 or 10), it's time to rethink those priorities immediately.”  Buzzword Banishment    Laura's buzzwords to banish are "pivot" and "AI powered." She criticizes "pivot" for being overused, often without a true understanding of what it really entails, even admitting she's guilty of using it herself but with proper intent. "AI powered" is singled out because it's become ubiquitous in every conversation, to the point where it has lost clear meaning and is used without critical examination of its actual value or application.  Links:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurapattersonvem/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marketingtransformation  X: https://x.com/VisionEdgeMktg  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/VisionEdgeMarketing  Podcast: https://visionedgemarketing.com/whats-your-edge-latest-episodes/  Website: https://visionedgemarketing.com/   Email: laurap@visionedgemarketing.com   Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live  

Yuri Hauswald has kept one foot in both worlds for the better part of two decades: working professional and professional athlete. As the Elite Athlete and Community Manager for GU Energy Labs, Yuri has the perspective for aspiring athletes, as well as athletes looking to make moves for the next stage in their career. Aaron and Yuri compare notes on their experiences working with athletes - and how they both came to the same conclusion about the future of athlete marketing. Show Notes: Yuri Hauswald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuri-hauswald-b52046a/ GU Energy Labs: https://guenergy.com/ Bear Development Team: https://www.beardevteam.com/ What's The Rusch: https://www.rebeccarusch.com/whats-the-rusch-podcast Payson Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/payson-mcelveen-and-the-cauldron-of-content/id1737242598?i=1000701249647 Harlem Run: https://www.harlemrun.com/ Unbound Gravel: https://www.unboundgravel.com/ Camelbak Chase Vest: https://www.camelbak.com/shop/packs/bike/chase-bike-vest-50-oz/CB-2414.html Horizons - Yuri's film project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaIsu2aeCSI Lost On Purpose: https://vimeo.com/701357507 Time Well Spent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiaJd8G61r8 Look For Things Where You Can Find Them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nP5DPirgnE Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/second-nature-media Meet us on Slack: https://www.launchpass.com/second-nature Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondnature.media Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.secondnature.media Subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@secondnaturemedia

Reach Out Via Text!In this detailed solo episode, Jeremiah Jennings breaks down the operational systems he's building at Growing Green Landscapes to eliminate chaos and create freedom through structure. From managing a revolving 3-week job schedule to using LMN for crew planning and job site prep, this is a play-by-play for business owners ready to stop reacting and start leading. Jeremiah walks through his process of eliminating last-minute decisions, improving team clarity, and creating systems that scale—without burnout. Whether you're running one crew or scaling into a production-heavy model, this episode is packed with actionable insights that will help you move from managing chaos to managing growth.Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

Tell us what you thought of this episode - send us a text!Public health careers extend far beyond traditional roles, with exciting opportunities in tech, communications, behavioral science, and entrepreneurship that offer both impact and excellent compensation.The roles explored in this episode include:UX designers in health tech creating intuitive tools while ensuring clinical accuracyDigital health communications specialists managing online campaigns and combating health misinformationBehavioral science consultants designing programs to change health behaviorsPublic health data storytellers turning complex statistics into compelling visual narrativesGlobal health logistics coordinators ensuring medical supplies reach their destinationsInfection prevention and control practitioners reducing healthcare-associated infectionsPolicy analysts working in non-governmental organizations and think tanksCorporate social responsibility managers with health focus leading community investmentHumanitarian health coordinators working in crisis zonesPublic health entrepreneurs creating innovative health solutions independentlyYour challenge this week is to research one of these roles that sparked your curiosity. Explore organizations hiring for that position, read job descriptions, and potentially connect with professionals in that field. Share your discoveries with us by tagging PH SPOT on social media, and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and check out our Public Health Career Club community at phspot.org/club.Support the showJoin The Public Health Career Club: A global membership community where public health professionals connect, learn, and support each other in building meaningful and impactful careers. Go from feeling confused, alone and overwhelmed, to feeling confident and in control of your life and career!

Welcome to another episode of Business Lunch! In today's episode, Roland dives into one of the biggest reasons businesses fail to scale: hiring the wrong operators or not hiring them at all. He breaks down the key differences between COOs and CFOs, why founders are often terrible at operations, and how to stop building your company on a house of cards. If you've ever struggled with finance, HR, or finding someone who can truly run the day-to-day operations, this episode is for you.Highlights:“The COO role is the most misunderstood position in the company.”“If you don't have great HR, you don't have a great company.”“Finance is the GPS of your business. Without it, you're driving blind.”“Hiring a fractional CFO before you need one is like turning on headlights before it gets dark—it keeps you safe.”Timestamps:00:00 The Operational Blind Spot01:38 COO vs. Integrator vs. Operator04:57 The Real Job of a COO07:21 Why Founders Suck at Ops09:14 The CFO as Business Strategist12:06 HR: The Most Undervalued Department14:43 Don't Wait to Hire a Fractional CFO17:50 Delegation vs Abdication19:46 How to Audit Your Org Chart22:10 Final Thoughts on Scaling SmarterCONNECT • Ask Roland a question HERE.RESOURCES:• 7 Steps to Scalable workbook • Get my book, Zero Down, FREETo learn more about Roland Frasier

What separates professionals from amateurs? It's not talent. It's not even opportunity. It's consistency. In this episode, I break down why showing up week after week, month after month, year after year is the true mark of a real artist. Drawing inspiration from Steven Pressfield's The War of Art, I explore how professionals commit to their work as a practice—not just when they feel inspired. We talk about the long-term power of habits, the importance of creating systems over chasing motivation, and how consistency turns creativity into a career. If you want to stop dabbling and start building a body of work that lasts, this episode is for you.

(***TIMESTAMPS in description below) ~ Lee Cronin is a world-renowned scientist focused on bridging the gap between Physics and Biology via Chemistry. He has been involved in Top Secret DARPA projects (much of which he cannot discuss publicly). Lee is also well known for crafting "Assembly Theory" with theoretical physicist, Sara Imari Walker. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY: INSTAGRAM (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/juliandoreypodcast/ INSTAGRAM (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://twitter.com/julianddorey LEE CRONIN'S LINKS: - WEBSITE: https://www.croninlab.com - X: https://x.com/leecronin?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor ****TIMESTAMPS**** 00:00 - Lee Cronin's Scientific Method, Creationist Hate Lee 08:20 - Understanding How Universe Works 19:00 - Lee Describes Himself as Anarchist 30:11 - Why It's Important to be Wrong (Albert Einstein) 41:30 - Science in Advancements 52:53 - AI Takeover Breakdown, Complete Universe Breakdown 01:00:01 - AI Doomers are Wrong 01:12:29 - AI Optimists are ALSO Wrong, FB BS AI Chat 01:20:51 - The AI Medic vs Human Doctors, Elon is Wrong 01:27:04 - How Does Instinct Work 01:41:21 - Why We Are NOT in a Simulation, Instinct is Intelligence 01:51:03 - Sam Altman Should have a Real Job, ChatGPT 02:03:47 - Does Lee Believe in God 02:13:21 - Science vs Religion Debate 02:25:19 - Lee on Climate Change & Increase CO2 & Future Implications 02:28:38 - What is Time? 02:39:27 - Lee Working with Sarah, Assembly Theory 02:56:03 - Lee & Sarah's Paper on Assembly Theory Work 03:09:49 - Are We Alone? Chemputer CREDITS: - Host & Producer: Julian D. Dorey - In-Studio Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@alessiallaman Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 289 - Lee Cronin Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actor, improviser, and above all, teacher Steven Cohen is back on the podcast he co-founded. He shares the joy of finally landing a REAL JOB... that is, until an unexpected twist throws everything off course. Episode Links: Joe's Patreon Mr. Owl's Website

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Sloan Dean climbed the hospitality ranks from revenue management to the CEO of Remington Hospitality in 2020, steering the company through a global crisis while leading massive expansion. With a background in engineering and finance, he brings a strategic yet people-first approach to hotel management, emphasizing leadership, innovation, and the importance of knowing "a little about a lot." Susan and Sloan talk about prioritization, transformation, and why Gen Z isn't lazy. Episode Highlights:

Well well well...what do we have here? Looks like our favorite ultra niche meme curator MAXIM MEMEGEROV (@maxim_memegerov) is back in our boudoir. A LOT has happened since our first collab...address changes, spouse schucking, gig having. In this episode, we discuss our new lives, what it's like to gig in the midwest, what it's like to have a "REAL JOB" and much more. We dish hot takes, crack jokes and ask pertinent hard-hitting questions like "what would your serial killer name be?" or "FMK this classical soloist" and "where is YOUR fame spot?" This episode is best enjoyed on a walk, in a car or right before your first theraputic ketamine session. XOXOXO.

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What if your day job was to talk to 4 people a day for an hour each?  What if the goal was simply to build human connection?  What if there was no agenda during these conversations? No set questions or criteria to be someone's friend?    This week we take a peek into non linear careers.    You've probably experienced this yourself.  Even asking  “How did I get here?”   Our guest this week is Rob Lawless.  After graduating suma cum laude in finance and landing at Deloitte and a “Millennial move," with a pay cut a $24 million venture-funded startup he stopped coloring in the lines and launched his project 10KFriends.    To date, Rob has had over 6,500 conversations with people across 90 countries gaining media attention, on "On Air with Ryan Seacrest," the "TODAY Show with Hoda and Jenna," and the Kelly Clarkson Show.    Today he's turned his project into a thriving keynote speaking career.    Discover how to:    Embrace calculated risks while pursuing your next role.  Overcome the mental hurdles holding your back Harness the unexpected  How to stay true to your vision when others don't “get it”   Follow Rob on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-lawless-robs10kfriends/ Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robs10kfriends/ Connect with me, Loren Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com   Join our 30-day Blast Program: 30-Day Blast

Episode 205: What Is Our Real Job? In an industry that can be full of magic tricks and “truths” we can often lose sight as coaches of what our job is with athletes. Is it to tell them exactly how something should be done? Is it build relationships? Is it ti help build skills that […]

The worldwide online French film festival, myfrenchfilmfestival, is happening now until February 17, 2025, and it's a can't-miss event. Alex has been attending since 2017. In this episode, Alex discusses three reasons why you should make time for myfrenchfilmfestival and recommends three films to watch: A Real Job, No Love Lost, and Through the Night. ***Join the Seventh Row newsletter to stay updated on myfrenchfilmfestival and other unique opportunities to watch under-the-radar films: http://email.seventh-row.com Related Episodes 148. How I almost missed the best film of the 2010s 135. Promising Young Woman + The Assistant: Rape culture on film in 2020 132. Sarah Polley's Women Talking 86. Depictions of childhood sexual assault: Una and Slalom ------- Stay updated on Seventh Row Follow Seventh Row on Twitter, Bluesky and Instagram. Read our articles at seventh-row.com. Follow Alex Heeney on Bluesky, Twitter and Instagram.   

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This week, we are happy to welcome thirteen year old Shay Gable to The Hamilton Review Podcast! In this conversation, eighth grader Shay Gable shares her experience of balancing academics and sport with the responsibility of having a real job as a hostess at a local restaurant. This episode is exactly what kids and culture is all about - parents and kids, don't miss this super interesting discussion with Shay. How to contact Dr. Bob: Dr. Bob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChztMVtPCLJkiXvv7H5tpDQ Dr. Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drroberthamilton/ Dr. Bob on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bob.hamilton.1656 Dr. Bob's Seven Secrets Of The Newborn website: https://7secretsofthenewborn.com/ Dr. Bob's website: https://roberthamiltonmd.com/ Pacific Ocean Pediatrics: http://www.pacificoceanpediatrics.com/