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Bill Powers and co-host Brian Leni sit down for their monthly Junior Mining Insights chat to discuss how to discern ‘margin of safety' in early-stage junior miners. Other topics include identifying retail investor mass psychology, junior mining stock IPO dynamics, jurisdictional risks with First Nations even after permit issuance and much more. Refine your investment process as you listen to two full-time junior resource investors reflect on their past month of junior mining musings. 00:00 Intro 00:24 Margin of Safety Debate 02:28 Management and Valuation 05:57 Macro Timing Vs Value 08:39 IPOs And Retail Risk 13:55 Nasdaq Uplisting Upside 19:20 Seabridge KSM Shock 20:44 First Nations Risk Lens 28:41 Negotiation or Real Opposition 32:37 Permitting and Opposition 34:00 Metallurgy Due Diligence 37:21 Regulation Versus Enforcement 39:29 Marketing over Geology?! 44:06 Views and Mass Psychology 52:19 Timeless Content and Emotions 56:00 Networking and Mentors Brian's website: https://www.juniorstockreview.com/ Brian's YT: https://www.youtube.com/@FIELD_NOTES Bill's Twitter: https://x.com/MiningStockEdu Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 Bill and Brian are not licensed financial advisors. Mining Stock Education offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

In this special turned-tables episode, my incredible Director of Operations, Erin Lindstrom, drops into my living room and interviews me on everything from how my lens for messaging was formed, to the frameworks I walk clients through inside the Revenue Accelerator, to the personal side of my life that I rarely talk about publicly. Erin asks me questions I've genuinely never been asked before and I share openly about my Human Design, my journalism background, why I believe none of us are reinventing the wheel, and the "fifth-grade language" test I run every framework through before I teach it. We go into the depths of Mirror Messaging vs. pain point marketing, why the real work of the Revenue Accelerator is a reclamation of who you are at your core, and why women often get stuck when they refuse to slow down enough to feel what their next-level really requires. I share what I've learned about being at the "higher level" (spoiler: the problems don't disappear, they magnify), the Contrary Action framework I use for visibility, the wildflower-versus-oak-tree analogy that's shaping how I think about quality over quantity, and the concept of loving detachment and stewardship that runs through both my business and my home life. If you've ever wondered what it really looks like behind the scenes of a Julie Solomon business, and life, this episode is for you. Liked this episode? Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and leave a review with your takeaways, this helps us create the exact content you want!  KEY POINTS:  00:00 Show Intro 00:49 Erin Takes Over 02:18 How Julie Got Her Lens 04:51 Building Signature Frameworks 08:01 Mirror Messaging Explained 09:33 Client Process and Identity Work 12:24 Where Clients Get Stuck 16:53 Julie Practices the Work 19:51 Higher Level Challenges 24:46 Fear of Being Seen 25:34 Depth Over Formulas 28:52 Contrary Action Method 30:59 Quality Over Quantity 33:29 Choosing Containers 37:43 Retreats and Real Life 43:33 Stewardship and Detachment 44:52 Closing and Next Steps QUOTABLES: “ So many people think it's about adding in all of the different pieces, but this concept of what are we actually taking away so that what you actually want is what's left is brilliant.” - Erin Lindstrom “  You have to be willing to receive compliments and accept the gifts that you have. If you can't receive them, you can't give them.” - Julie Solomon GUEST RESOURCES: RESOURCES: [UNSCRIPTED RETREAT 2027] Where your voice, your message, and your identity become one. February 3–5, 2027 • Nashville, Tennessee APPLY HERE [THE REVENUE ACCELERATOR] Book a strategy call to explore whether The Revenue Accelerator is the right next step for your business and leadership. Apply and schedule your call today. [ORDER] my book or Audible, Get What You Want: How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable so you can leverage the power of your own influence. Follow Julie on Instagram! MUST HAVES THIS MONTH: [BOOST YOUR SALES WITH SMART TOOLS]This platform's AI tools help you write product descriptions, enhance photos, and create campaigns that boost engagement. Find out how. [YOUR ALL-IN-ONE MARKETING SOLUTION] From email and SMS marketing to CRM and automation, Brevo gives you everything you need to build stronger customer relationships in one place. Start for free at https://www.brevo.com/woman, or use code WOMAN50 for 50% off your first three months.

The S&P 500 is approaching another record high after a few weeks, powered in part by record-breaking options activity and a recovery from July's brief selloff. We will dig into whether the fundamental and technical picture supports this rally or if investors are getting ahead of themselves.Today's Stocks & Topics: GSK plc (GSK), Market Wrap, Stop Orders, S&P Global Inc. (SPGI), “Refine, Baby, Refine”, iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF (RING), S&P 500 Near Record Highs: Is the Stock Market Rally Sustainable in 2026?, The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (GBX), WisdomTree US Value Fund of Benef Interest (WTV), Vanguard Dividend Appreciation Index Fund Admiral Shares (VDADX).Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/INVEST for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In Part 2 of our conversation series, we dive even deeper into the art of connecting with others and turning casual conversations into meaningful, lasting relationships. If you've ever felt like you're stuck in "small talk" and can't quite break through to real connections, you're not alone. But the good news is-there's a simple shift you can make that will change everything. In this episode, I walk you through the next level of conversation mastery: How to instantly read the room and adjust your approach to create rapport quickly. The power of asking the right questions to guide conversations toward genuine connection. Why being intentional with your words (and silence) can dramatically improve your impact. Whether you're at a networking event, a business meeting, or just trying to connect with people on a deeper level, these strategies will make your conversations more fluid, meaningful, and, yes-less awkward. If you want to stop feeling like a deer in headlights when talking to strangers, this episode is for you. Let's take your conversation skills from awkward to amazing! I'm hosting the first in person event I've held in 6 years - September 18th and 19th. Less than 2 months away. You have to be a sell from stage academy student to attend so make sure you sign up here: https://training.colinboyd.co/ssa-live-event You'll walk away with:  ✔  Confident mindset   - Master and practice simple mindset strategies to feel confident every time you speak ✔  Live presentation building  - You'll craft your done-in-the-room presentation so that your content connects and converts every time. ✔  Story creation & delivery - Refine, deliver, and receive feedback on your signature story. ✔  Stage craft mastery -  up-level your stage delivery and presence. ✔  Get more stages - Create a strategy to get yourself on more stages than ever before. ✔  Personal feedback - Get real feedback so that you feel clear and excited about your delivery. Discover how to authentically connect with your audience & fill your programs with a Conversion Story. https://www.conversionstoryformula.com Hit the "Follow" button so you don't miss an episode! Love this podcast? Write a review and give it a 5-star rating!  For all the show notes and links: https://www.expertedgepodcast.com/blog/episode333 Connect with Colin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinboyd/ Get Colin's favorite ALL-IN-ONE Course, Content and Email System: Optima Funnels https://colinboyd.co/optima    

Tonight's Topic is:  The 3 phases of Trilivy: Reset, Refine, Renew!Join us live on zoom every Monday at 5pm PT / 6pm MT / 7pm CT / 8pm ET: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83191880777

Send us Fan MailIf you're ready to leave insurance or start your own direct care practice, don't make the mistake of selling visits. Sell the transformation. In this episode, I break down why every successful direct care practice needs one signature offer—the thing you're known for and the outcome your patients actually want. I'll show you why packages create more commitment, more predictable revenue, and a simpler business than charging per visit. You'll also learn the three-part framework I use to build offers that patients understand, trust, and gladly invest in. Start with one offer. Refine it over time. Simplicity is what helps your practice grow.  Support the show--> Build Your Signature Offer Before You Opt Out PDF here***WORKSHOP: Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session hereDirect Care Launch Lab: 12 week live coaching where you get a clear plan on your signature offer, a patient acquisition plan, and group support for on-going implementation. Take the readiness assessment to get started here.---Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free!EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

Send us Fan MailIf you're ready to leave insurance or start your own direct care practice, don't make the mistake of selling visits. Sell the transformation. In this episode, I break down why every successful direct care practice needs one signature offer—the thing you're known for and the outcome your patients actually want. I'll show you why packages create more commitment, more predictable revenue, and a simpler business than charging per visit. You'll also learn the three-part framework I use to build offers that patients understand, trust, and gladly invest in. Start with one offer. Refine it over time. Simplicity is what helps your practice grow.  Support the show--> Build Your Signature Offer Before You Opt Out PDF here***WORKSHOP: Build Your Profitable Direct Pay Package get on my email list to be the first to know about the next live coaching session hereDirect Care Launch Lab: 12 week live coaching where you get a clear plan on your signature offer, a patient acquisition plan, and group support for on-going implementation. Take the readiness assessment to get started here.---Join the Direct Care Society, a private WhatsApp community here. Ads free!EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple PracticeFind me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpmMore resources teadpm.com

So many struggle with something that has the power to change everything-conversation. The fear of rejection. The worry of not belonging. That awkward moment when you don't know what to say next. We've all been there. But here's the truth: Your ability to make genuine connections will impact your success more than any marketing tactic ever will. In this episode, I break down three simple but powerful strategies to help you engage in conversations with confidence, ease, and real impact: - How your body language shapes the way people perceive you before you even say a word. - A subtle shift that creates deeper, more natural connections. - The key to guiding conversations effortlessly, so they feel engaged instead of forced. If networking, small talk, or meeting new people has ever felt intimidating, this episode is for you. Let's make conversations feel natural - and even enjoyable. —--------------------- I'm hosting the first in person event I've held in 6 years - September 18th and 19th. Less than 2 months away. You have to be a sell from stage academy student to attend so make sure you sign up here: https://training.colinboyd.co/ssa-live-event You'll walk away with:  ✔  Confident mindset   - Master and practice simple mindset strategies to feel confident every time you speak ✔  Live presentation building  - You'll craft your done-in-the-room presentation so that your content connects and converts every time. ✔  Story creation & delivery - Refine, deliver, and receive feedback on your signature story. ✔  Stage craft mastery -  up-level your stage delivery and presence. ✔  Get more stages - Create a strategy to get yourself on more stages than ever before. ✔  Personal feedback - Get real feedback so that you feel clear and excited about your delivery.   Discover how to authentically connect with your audience & fill your programs with a Conversion Story. https://www.conversionstoryformula.com Hit the "Follow" button so you don't miss an episode! Love this podcast? Write a review and give it a 5-star rating!  For all the show notes and links: https://www.expertedgepodcast.com/blog/episode332 Connect with Colin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colinboyd/  

As the world electrifies—from cars and buses to datacentres and defence—demand for battery materials is exploding. Today, China refines more than 90% of the world's graphite into the material used in virtually all EV battery anodes—that level of concentration is a strategic vulnerability Canada, and its allies, can't ignore. But Canada is starting to respond. The federal Major Projects Office has just referred Nouveau Monde Graphite's Phase-2 Matawinie Mine as a “Major Project of National Interest”—a move aimed at helping Quebec and Canada shift from exporting ore to building a full mine-to-refine graphite value chain at home, and with it, an entirely new strand of economic and industrial capacity. In this episode of Disruptors: The Canada Project, host John Stackhouse takes listeners into that story. With former Quebec premier Jean Charest and Eric Desaulniers, founder & CEO of NMG, he lifts the hood on what it means for a critical-minerals project to be treated as a “major project” in Canada—and what this could mean for Canada's role as a trusted critical-minerals supplier to its G7 allies. RBC Thought Leadership Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If there is a version of December you still want to reach, this episode is for you. We are halfway through the year and the leaders who finish strongest are not the ones who had a perfect first half. They are the ones who made a decision in the middle. In this episode I am walking you through the 4 A's, a simple but powerful framework you can implement right now to close out this year as your strongest yet, professionally and personally. Not a reset. Not starting over. A refinement of everything you have already built, with intention and clarity for exactly what comes next. Because the leader who finishes strong does not wait for January. The decision happens now. This episode is your permission to do exactly that. You will also want to make sure you are subscribed to the newsletter at www.KellyLynnAdams.com and enter my world within either The 30 Day or 90 Day CEO Accelerator to create an incredible 2nd half of the year. I am taking on a few people for 2nd half advisory, consulting & coaching, subscribe to the newsletter list and reply for details www.KellyLynnAdams.com  Will I see you virtually on Wednesday, August 5th's at our next monthly virtual networking, connected circles event, did you RSVP yet? Link in my Instagram bio.  If you haven't joined the waitlist for The Curated Table Events, message EVENTS. For exclusive events, offerings and announcements your reminder, make sure you are on the newsletter here: www.KellyLynnAdams.com

In part four of the Permission to Change series, Lesley Logan reframes changing your niche as recognizing the superpower you already have. She walks through a simple self-awareness map built on three buckets, your values, your skills, and your interests, and shows how the overlap points to work that feels aligned instead of forced. She shares how her own experience shaped the way she built OPC and Agency. If you have any questions about this episode or want to get some of the resources we mentioned, head over to LesleyLogan.co/podcast https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/. If you have any comments or questions about the Be It pod shoot us a message at beit@lesleylogan.co mailto:beit@lesleylogan.co. And as always, if you're enjoying the show please share it with someone who you think would enjoy it as well. It is your continued support that will help us continue to help others. Thank you so much! Never miss another show by subscribing at LesleyLogan.co/subscribe https://lesleylogan.co/podcast/#follow-subscribe-free.In this episode you will learn about:Finding your superpower and what it is that you do.Building a self-awareness map from your values, skills, and interests.How to find the sliver where your interests meet community needs.Using your values as a filter for every future yes.A Pilates analogy that proves alignment shows up through movement.Episode References/Links:StrengthsFinder - https://high5test.com/cliftonstrengths-freeLesley on Pilates Perspectives - https://beitpod.com/pilatesperspectivesSubmit your wins or questions - https://beitpod.com/questions If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser or Castbox. https://lovethepodcast.com/BITYSIDEALS! DEALS! DEALS! 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You're not restarting. You are refining because you have years of accumulated wisdom. You have years of achievements, years of data that you have survived every one of your bad days. Lesley Logan 0:16  Welcome to the Be It Till You See It podcast where we talk about taking messy action, knowing that perfect is boring. I'm Lesley Logan, Pilates instructor and fitness business coach. I've trained thousands of people around the world and the number one thing I see stopping people from achieving anything is self-doubt. My friends, action brings clarity and it's the antidote to fear. Each week, my guest will bring bold, executable, intrinsic and targeted steps that you can use to put yourself first and Be It Till You See It. It's a practice, not a perfect. Let's get started.Lesley Logan 0:59  Welcome back to Be It, babe, but we are talking Permission to Change again this week. We're going a little deeper. This is a little more nuanced. This hopefully gives you some questions to ask yourself when it comes to finding your superpower and what it is that you do, so you don't have to start all over. Because oftentimes it's not actually that we have to start all the way over; we often just have to maybe even just redefine our title, or redefine who we're reaching out to, or who we're inviting into our lives based on having, like, "Oh, hold on, this is what actually lights me up," or "This is what people love about me." We've had some really great guests on the show who are all StrengthsFinder coaches. There was a woman we had recently in the last year who I loved so much out of Utah, and then there was a guy out of Texas that I really, really liked. When you understand what your superpowers are, it really helps you sometimes relook at what your role is. Sometimes that means you get to stay in that role, but you just have different responsibilities. And sometimes you have to totally leave, right? Or you actually just do a lateral change. Like my neighbor, he actually took a lateral promotion because he really wanted to be working on developing people's skill sets in the business versus always talking about the data. So that's really cool.Lesley Logan 2:17   The guest we had, she talked about how she found herself really wanting to be a support tool, showing people where they could grow, what their superpowers were, as opposed to doing the actual day-to-day work. For me, in the last episode, I talked about how I had created a niche that I wanted to explore out of, and the reality is, because I figured out what my superpower was in that role, it allowed me to apply it to another job. So I didn't get to stay in that job. I got to apply it to my personal, my Profitable Pilates business where I coach people. Because what I'm super, super good at is helping people achieve what their goals are, right? So I want you to have ways of kind of figuring that for yourself, because it may actually allow you to see, "Oh, maybe I'm spending too much time in the areas that are not in alignment, and this other area over here that is in alignment, if I could just spend more time there, I could actually continue on doing things and be in more alignment." Look, I love that you listen to this podcast, seeking out support and inspiration and answers, and that's awesome. And I hope you keep doing that. Also, sometimes we're too often looking outside ourselves for the right answer or the next trend or the perfect formula. I see this all the time in the Pilates industry. Everyone's chasing whatever is going to get them more views instead of talking about what they do best, because most of them don't know. We ask people all the time, "Who do you help? How do you help people? What's your superpower in that?" And they're like, "I help everybody with everything." No way, no fucking way, no way. There has got to be people you would not help. Would you help people who don't want to listen? Okay, well then you don't help everybody, right?Lesley Logan 4:05  Do you help people who don't want to do private sessions or don't want to do group sessions? No, you actually do have a niche. You do have something in there. So I really want us to, I hope that this gives you some permission to recognize that you can curate your own space by going inward and really asking yourself some deep questions that could help you see that you're a badass, right? I did an episode with Balanced Body's podcast called Pilates Perspectives. It came out in June of 2026, so this year. I hope you listen to it because we talk about how, like Joy says, I created a niche within a niche, and I was like, "Yeah." I really created what I needed because it didn't exist, or at least if it did exist, I didn't feel welcome. And I hope this episode gives you permission to curate and create what it is that you need, so that you can show up the way that you want to in full alignment. Okay?Lesley Logan 5:00  I think it's really easy, people look at what I do, and they're like, "Oh my God, she was just all-knowing. She's like I don't know, like I was dropped out of outer space and exactly what I'm doing." But I really did create it, and I created OPC based on like, I was traveling a lot, and I wanted my people to have a way to take class when I was traveling, but I also didn't want them to lose what it is that they loved about in-person classes. That's how I created OPC to be different than what's out there. I created Agency, Profitable Pilates as a space not for franchise owners of 70 studios, but for the single to one or two studios, like the homeowner, home business to single studio or two-studio business owner because they were being left out.Lesley Logan 5:47  The business advice out there is all bro-style, all about KPIs and numbers, and not at all about impact, right? So I created what is needed in the world. Those people, those studio owners need that kind of support because, yes, they can make good money impacting great people. But if they're only listening to the business coaches out there, it's based on churn. It's actually accepting the fact that people are not going to stick around. I want your people to stick around, so I actually want you to have client retention. I want you to get them the benefits that they want. So I am one of those people who sees what's out there and then makes it my own. If you remember my decoupage shoe story, I saw painted shoes and I was like, "Oh, I could do that with this thing, and then that would solve this problem over here." So I'm not an inventor, but I am definitely someone who can spiral out a good idea to help a group of people who don't feel accepted in that, who don't feel seen, right? Like in the Pilates Perspectives podcast, I talked about how I became a Pilates instructor. At the time, it was very weird to not be a dancer and be a Pilates instructor. So I just, now it's not weird at all, but back then it was so weird, and I felt embarrassed, and so I really had to. I became a teacher who clients who didn't feel like they belonged in those spaces could be with, and then that led to teachers feeling like they could be safe in my space, and that led to this. Not that there's anything wrong with the dance teachers at all, that's not what I'm saying. But, you know, we all can't make everyone feel seen. Some of us are better off at making certain people who are who we once were feel the most seen.Lesley Logan 7:30  So, how do you go inward and get into a self-awareness map, if you will, to figure out what unique things you have, so you can get alignment? Okay, so you're going to have three different little circles or groupings that you're going to do. So the first one is values. So when you go into your values—and we actually in Profit Pilates have a great course on how to figure out what your values are. You can actually buy it. It's a really fun little tool that you can do, a little strategy you can do, but your values, right? What are your values? So I want you to think of wherever in your life that you're trying to change, right? So if it's a friendship role or a family role, what are your personal life values? Or if it's a role in a job that you have or in your business, what are your business values, right? What are those values, and then when you have those down, it's going to help you really understand why you're going to say no to things. Because if things don't align with your values, it's not going to work. Now, how do you use those values to find life alignment? Well, I want you to kind of think about if you are in your values, you are actually protecting your peace, your honesty, and your nervous system, right? And your values will have probably changed from today than 10 years ago. So if you haven't done this in a while, it's probably time to update them. But when you look at those values, it's really going to be helpful to go, "Okay, so in the area of my life that I'm trying to change, in the niche that I'm wanting to realign, what about it is out of alignment of these values?" This way, you're going to understand what you should be avoiding, and then also what about it is in alignment with my values. So then you're not throwing the friendship, the job, the event, the thing, the routine out the window. You're going, "Okay, I can keep this part, but this part has to change," and then you can use your values in a way to figure out how that's going to change, right? Or you can ask questions, or you can sit and pause and percolate on it. But you can also just say, "Hey, moving forward, I'm absolutely down with these three things that I said I would do. These two things over here, I'd love to meet with you to see how we can find a new way of doing them, right? Because they're just feeling misaligned."Lesley Logan 11:18  Or maybe there is something that people are needing that would tap into your weird skills, right? Maybe you're really good at listening. Maybe you're really good at organizing. Write them down.Lesley Logan 11:29  Next bucket, I want you to write down your interests. So if it's business, if it's what you do, what are you the most interested in? I have people who are so interested when they come to get coaching from me. I'm like pelvic floor, scoliosis, neurological conditions, osteoporosis. Great, write it down and then go back through. Do you have all the skill sets you need for that? No. Okay, that's on your to-do list. Okay, how does it align with your values? All these things go together, right? What are the world's interests? Like, what are the people in the communitywhat are their interests? Because you want to know what your interests are, and then what are their interests? Because there's going to be a happy little medium, and that's where you're going to plant yourself, right? What do you naturally research or talk about, or what do you do when no one's paying attention or no one's paying you, right? Those are your interests.Lesley Logan 12:17  Okay, so when you can get these things written down, and you can look at them, and you can start to see, "Okay, this is where these overlap. This is where I'm missing some stuff. This is where this is going on. Oh, my interest is this thing over here, but their interest is this thing over here." Okay, whoa, they feel really far apart. Is there a place where those two things overlap in one sliver? It's a little sliver, right? Like if you like Italian and someone likes Mediterranean, there is a sliver of overlap in those two things, right? So, how can you put all this down and then take a moment to see? This is your self-awareness tool. This is how you're going to figure out how to continue to align yourself in things that make sense for you. This is how you're going to start to change things, because if you base things on your values, it becomes a really great filter. If you say yes or raise your hand for things that are within the skill sets that you like and overlap with your interests, oh my gosh, you're going to feel like everything is something that's enjoyable and not a heavy lift even on bad days.Lesley Logan 13:24  So you, my love, you need to understand that you are not starting over. You're not restarting, you're refining, because you have years of accumulated wisdom. You have years of achievements, years of data that you have survived every one of your bad days. And we know everything evolves, and we let other people change their minds and other people do new things. We've got to allow ourselves to pivot because we're not throwing away our past. We are taking every lesson, every communication skill, every ounce of confidence we've ever had, and we're channeling it into something that's lighter and better focused, that's in alignment.Lesley Logan 14:09   And so, I know it's hard when you're a professional overachiever, but I want you to normalize taking some action, some imperfect action, something messy, because that is how you're going to get clarity in your refinement. If you try to plan this entire pivot out, this realignment out without actually taking steps, it is not going to work out because you're not going to be getting to collect data along the way, right? Just like when we do Pilates, I don't watch someone stand still to see if they're aligned. I could, but I actually watch them move because it lets me see: is there any part of that movement they find alignment that they work with balance, or oh no, they always are imbalanced? So that's exactly why when they're standing still, right? We find alignment when we move. You will find alignment in taking action. You will find clarity, and you're refining who you are. So, full permission here granted to refine who you are, to be more aligned with what feels good to you. And I would love to hear the changes that you make, or the things you discover, the values and interests that became more clear. Just send it to thebeitpod.com/questions. You can send your wins in there as well. We'll celebrate you on Fridays. And my love, I hope you like the series. I hope it's helpful for you or a friend in your life. Please share it, and that is how this podcast grows. And until next time, Be It Till You See It .Lesley Logan 15:38  That's all I got for this episode of the Be It Till You See It Podcast. One thing that would help both myself and future listeners is for you to rate the show and leave a review and follow or subscribe for free wherever you listen to your podcast. Also, make sure to introduce yourself over at the Be It Pod on Instagram. 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https://youtu.be/KUPg9BuYSaM David B. Jones, CEO and Partner of Mercer Assessments, is helping organizations attract the right A-Players by making labor markets more efficient through defensible human capital insights. By combining psychometric science, workforce analytics, and AI-enabled technology, David helps employers identify, develop, and retain the right talent while empowering people to discover careers where they can thrive and make meaningful contributions.  In this conversation, David introduces The R.E.A.P.E.R. Framework—Review the Situation, Explore Alternatives, Agree a Course of Action, Execute the Plan, and Refine the Approach. He explains why organizations should begin every challenge with a thorough situation review, how collaborative decision-making creates alignment before execution, and why continuous refinement drives long-term organizational success. David also discusses how AI is reshaping talent management, why organizations need real-time workforce insights instead of static reports, and how Mercer Assessments leverages technology while preserving the integrity and defensibility of human capital assessments. — Attract the Right A-Players with David B. Jones  Good day. Steve Preda here with the Management Blueprint Podcast. Today, my guest is David Jones, the CEO and partner of Mercer Assessments, focused on providing defensible human capital insights and foresight in the fields of talent acquisition, leadership development, and organizational productivity. David, welcome to the show.  Thank you, Steve. Great to be here.  Well, I’m excited to have you here, especially because you are the first guest—maybe not completely from the Middle East because we had a couple of guests from Israel—but definitely from Dubai, where you are. Maybe that is also impacting the answer that you’re going to give to my question. So here is my first question. What’s your personal ‘Why’, and how are you manifesting it in your business, Mercer Assessments?  Yeah. Well, I mean, I think obviously a lot of skills around resilience and being able to think about how you maintain your own personal well-being, but also the well-being of the workforce, is something which has come to the fore in the last couple of weeks, for sure, living in Dubai. But I think very much of my North Star—by educational background, I’m a labor market economist. Although I’ve worked in HR and talent management for pretty much all of my career, I think I’m always thinking about how to make markets more efficient.  I think the labor market, in some ways, and what it takes to become efficient, is very similar to a fish market, a stock market, or any other market that you can think of. What you need to be able to make the best decisions is really good data, really good up-to-date information, both on the supply side and on the demand side.Share on X I think a lot of what we do at Mercer Assessments, and a lot of what we do in talent management more generally, is really about trying to do that. Trying to help individuals understand what their strengths are.  Trying to match them to specific careers that will be more fulfilling for them in the long term and also help them be more productive for their employers. As well as helping employers understand what the important skills are for today and tomorrow, and how they can predict how people will perform in certain environments. So really trying to bring the supply side and demand side together. I think, notoriously, labor markets have very bad information.  Typically, most people get their career guidance from their parents or their grandparents, which can be great for aspiration but doesn’t always necessarily keep them up-to-date in terms of what’s happening in today’s workplace. So I think this is really my anchor, if you like, where a lot of what we do in our innovation, our technology, or our engagements with clients typically comes back to this point. Fundamentally, how do we make labor markets more efficient and more functional for all of the stakeholders?  Yeah, that’s fascinating. So would you say that if you are doing this well, then more people will feel fulfilled in the roles that they work in?  I mean, I think that’s definitely the aspiration, right? That’s definitely what you would hope to do. I think, as individuals, I’m sure we can all think of those really, really great days where you think that you nailed it at work, and you think that this is something where you can make a really specific contribution. It just feels good, and all those people around you have the benefit of that. It becomes something which is infectious for those around you.  I think it’s important for the economy on a macro level, right? I think if we are able to provide opportunities, provide career paths, and help people understand what their unique strengths are, then this is something which helps to promote productivity and positivity more generally, right? At the individual, team, family, and societal level, it affects all sorts of dimensions.  So maybe this is kind of a side question, but I’m really wondering, is this AI revolution, as we’re going through it, influencing your work, and is it changing the requirements of employers?  Yeah. I think we’re in a very interesting time. I mean, I’m not a futurologist. I’m not a prophet. I’m not somebody who makes these sorts of big predictions about the future. But I think the case for AI, to some extent, is still unproven in terms of what it’s actually delivered to date. I mean, I think there’s obviously a lot of investment. There’s a big impact on the environment. But I don’t think we’ve had something really groundbreaking discovered by AI at this point that’s new.  It seems to be quite backward-looking in many ways, based on ingesting data from all the novels that you have on your shelf and that I have on my shelf. Maybe they’re going to ingest this podcast in the future. I don’t know. It doesn’t seem that there’s been a unique breakthrough that humanity has not been able to, or would not be able to, achieve by itself. And yet, I think the promise and the anticipation of what AI can do is quite compelling, right?  I think the way that it is impacting the labor market especially… Ironically, it’s impacting probably software developers the most today. It’s interesting that a lot of people in white-collar fields, professionals maybe, are also feeling like it’s changing the way they’re working. So there’s a big debate, I think, about whether it’s going to be an augmentation or whether it’s going to be a replacement of some sorts of tasks. I think one thing you can say with certainty is that the concept of a job is definitely going to change. If you look at the roots of the word—the etymological roots of the word “job” in the English language—it literally means “a task” rather than a role as such. Yeah. So I think we’re going to get this greater atomization of people’s roles. What used to be bundled together as one job is now going to be much more atomized into specific skills, specific tasks.  The opportunity there is that we all get to do more of the things that we find more fulfilling and less of the repetitive, dangerous, or dull types of things that we have to do in our jobs sometimes.Share on X But I think it has some second-order impacts in terms of how people develop their careers and the competence and confidence that people, particularly when they’re junior in their jobs, need time to build—the ability to operate at a higher level. So I think we’re all going to have to be leaders in lots of ways, even leaders in our own work.  Yeah, I agree with you. That’s fascinating. So, David, let’s talk about the framework. What would be a framework? Think of something that allows you to be more effective in your job—something maybe that you personally discovered or that you and your colleagues developed. Something that helps you be more effective in creating those labor market matches, finding the right candidates, and assessing them. Something that you can describe in three, four, or five steps, or maybe three or four ways of looking at things. Anything that comes to mind?  So there are a few things. I did miss a few things because I think—I don’t know if you’ve heard the news. We’re recording this, and I think the British prime minister has just resigned today. This is, I think, our seventh prime minister in 10 years. I’m sure each one of those prime ministers had their own framework in terms of what they wanted from their political leadership and how they were going to operate in government.  So I think we’re definitely operating in a much more VUCA world, right? This mnemonic is about being volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous. I think, to some extent, that means that having a framework has to be something that is constantly being amended, reviewed, and updated in many ways. A lot of what we do in assessment—we have very clear statistical frameworks where we look at particular behaviors or particular characteristics, and we try to make sure we measure them. But I thought maybe that was too detailed and too comprehensive.  So one of the things we do when engaging with our clients is that we have a sort of consulting approach. It’s like a cycle. We start by reviewing the situation, so it’s like a situation appraisal, if you like. We use this internally as well in Mercer Assessments. So we try to understand what’s happening, what’s going well, and what we’re concerned about—just trying to get any data or information that we can.  Then it's important, particularly with a team or with a client, to explore what the priorities are, what's important, and what is causing them the most thought or requiring the most energy to address.Share on X So reviewing, exploring, and then agreeing on a course of action. Making sure that there’s consensus or, if you’re in an organization, making sure you’ve got the budget and the endorsement from headquarters or senior management. Then I think you can go into a planning stage. Making sure you’ve got a focus on execution and that you know what has to happen and when.  Then I think you can go into the ability to have that as a cycle and review or evaluate the plan itself. Is it on track? Is it on time? Is it on budget? Is it achieving its objectives? You can continue on this sort of reflexive cycle. So if you were to do that, it becomes quite sinister. The mnemonic becomes R.E.A.P.E.R., like the Grim Reaper or like “reap what you sow,” because you review, explore, agree, plan, execute, and then review again.Share on X So it can become, hopefully, a virtuous cycle, but it can also become an ongoing process.  I love it. So Yeah. So if you refine, maybe the last one is refined, and then you avoid repeat— Yes. Yeah.  Yeah. Oh, great.  That’s good. Yeah, I like it. Yeah, love it. So basically, what you’re looking for is helping your customers with an initial problem and then helping them generally improve their organization by continuing to refine and add to it, making it better over time.  Yes, correct. Yeah.  So it turns into a recurring engagement.  Yes, that’s the hope. Well, yeah. I mean, hopefully, if you have that relationship with the client and also with your team, you have this ability to recognize what you’ve achieved together, but you can also plan what you want to do differently next time.  So you’re the CEO of Mercer Assessments, which is the Dubai operation. Is this just a geographic branch of the Mercer Group, or is it a separate business that operates in multiple geographies?  Yeah. So actually, it’s a new venture for Mercer globally. My background is that I was one of the founders of a company called The Talent Enterprise, which was acquired by Mercer just over two years ago. It had also made an acquisition of another company before that called Mettl. So we were more of a talent assessment type of company.  We would do talent acquisition, talent development, leadership development, things like high-potential identification, succession planning, and these types of applications. Employee engagement as well, things like employee well-being assessments and stuff like this. The psychometric assessment field. So if you or your listeners are good at Greek, you would know that “psychometric” means “measurement of the mind.”  Yeah, right. So this is really what we’re trying to do. We’re accredited by the British Psychological Society to say that the tools we have, use, or develop have validity, reliability, and are statistically stable within the sorts of bounds that you would expect when measuring human beings.  It can never be perfect, but it’s considered to be predictive. Mettl was more focused on skills assessment. That was one of their big areas of focus, along with educational assessment. So coming together as Mercer Assessments, we’re now part of this big global organization. Although we’re based in the Middle East, we’re now working in Asia, Europe, North America—we’re just starting to do more work in North America—and Australasia. So this is the sort of big, hairy, audacious plan that we have.  That must be pretty intense if you’re working around the clock, essentially working around the globe. Then Mercer is… It can be.  Yeah, it can be. Even working in the Middle East, you have different working weeks. Some of our clients work on Sundays. But we have a good team. We have a big team. We have great technology. So we have scalable ways of doing it.  So what drives growth in this business?  I think it is changing. If you were to ask me that question even two years ago, I would say it’s to do with the change, the transformation, or the aspiration of the client, of the organization. If they’ve got a new operation, or they’re expanding, or they need to develop new skills, or they need to make sure their productivity and positivity are enabling them to keep up with their competitors, then these things would often trigger the sorts of interventions that we help our clients with.  That’s still true to a large extent, but what's changing a lot is what you were talking about earlier—to do with AI and expectations from technology. So I think what we're doing a lot more of now is real-time decision support.Share on X It used to be that our deliverables would look like a PDF report. They would say, “Okay, this is Steve. We’ve assessed Steve. These are Steve’s strengths. These are his areas for development. This is the sort of team or the certain type of colleague that he would thrive working with.  These are the people or the situations that he might struggle with.” That type of static report. Then either we or the client—sometimes if you’re looking at large numbers of people—you’d have to do a lot of spreadsheet work or a lot of PowerPoint work and say, “Okay, now we need to match that with your strategic objectives.” So I think what’s happening now is we’re focusing a lot more on the data.  Our technology is providing much more of a dashboard report, so Steve can access his results straight away because that’s actually when Steve is most interested in them and they’re most relevant—not two weeks later when you schedule a coach or someone to give him feedback. You’re interested as soon as you finish the last question. You want to know, “Okay, what does this say about me?” We can add lots of AI layers to that to help you implement it or understand it. Then for the organization, we now provide much more of a dynamic dashboard-type report.  So if, I don’t know, the CFO leaves this afternoon and the CEO calls the CHRO and says, “Okay, who are the internal candidates for this role?” You can come up with an answer. It doesn’t have to be something where you say, “Let me check my filing cabinet,” or, “Let me put a PowerPoint together for you and get back to you later this week or next week.” You can actually do that type of matching within the platform that we have. We have our own platform called Lighthouse, and it really helps you match individuals or teams to certain tasks or to certain ventures or aspirations that the organization might have.Share on X  Yeah. So instead of providing individual reports for individuals, you now operate this platform for your clients, and then they can look up the people involved in changes. So how is it different to scale the business with this type of approach? What makes it more complex?  Yeah. So on the one hand, it can help us a lot as our own organization because we can be much more pervasive 24 hours a day across the different time zones that we operate in. If you’re our client, you don’t always have to rely on having a meeting or a call with us in person. You can go and find that answer yourself. It’s quite an intuitive process and platform. You can access it and get value from your own data. I think that’s the key thing that I’m trying to emphasize that’s changed.  Clients are now impatient with SaaS platforms in particular when they’re not able to access their own data directly. So there’s a little bit of disintermediation going on in the enterprise software business as a whole. That’s the key trend that I’m trying to highlight here. But it also helps us to be more scalable. Just to take a step back to the previous discussion about AI, I think when it comes to using AI in your business, the key strategic choice is what you’re not going to use AI for.  For us, we made the choice actually three or four years ago that we’re not going to use AI in the assessments themselves. Not today. Maybe in five years’ time or ten years’ time we might change our mind, and we’re constantly reviewing that. But we need these defensible assessments. We need to be able to say, “This is fair and objective, and we’re coming with an external point of view that is transparent and defensible in every sense of that word.”  Yeah. You don’t want to hallucinate assessments for clients or even run the risk of that happening, right?  Yeah, absolutely. And there are some companies that have done that, right? I mean, there are lots of cases you can find where companies have said, “Hey, we just need a five-minute video, and I can tell you everything you need to know about this person, and you can make decisions about their career and all sorts of stuff,” right? I’m not saying we won’t get there in the future, but I just don’t think that’s good enough at the moment.  And I think with a lot of things that you do with chatbots now, if you’re judicious about it, you might be able to say, “Well, actually, that’s interesting, but it’s not good enough,” right? It’s not a finished product. It’s not something that I can execute on. What we can do is add a lot of value around the assessment. So we can do things like AI-based development planning, right?  When someone wants to see their results—and people normally want to see their results almost immediately after they’ve finished their assessments—you can start to say, in the flow of work, in the client’s environment, whatever their learning partners or learning architecture may be, “Okay, here’s a development plan for you,” customized and curated within that environment for your strengths, how to emphasize them, and also for any development areas or new learnings that you want to address.  We can also do things like AI-based proctoring, right? We can give the client a risk report on an application and say, you know, how genuine is this? What other software does Steve have open on his laptop? Is there a shadow in the room? Where are his eyes going? Is he looking at someone else? Is he getting help from someone else? Is this really Steve? All these sorts of things, right? We can do that. We can also develop customized case studies for the organization around its specific tasks and challenges that the organization has.  So you can come up with very specific, job-related assessments. AI can add a lot of value to all of these things. It can provide greater scale and a greater ability to sustain our growth. But with the core of what we do today, we’re saying, “Look, you need to be able to trust us.” And we want to be able to show you the answer. If you have a question about any of our assessments, we can check. There’s an audit trail, and we can show you the answer. It’s not just, “The computer came up with this idea. We don’t know.” But that’s intellectual property, and you know that it works, and you’re sticking with it. You don’t allow AI to bastardize it, basically, yeah, which makes sort of sense. So, David, what is one thing that you’re actively trying to figure out in your business right now? That’s a great question. I mean, there’s lots of things. I think a lot of them come around, you know, what is this threshold between what we do as humans and what we use AI or other technology to help us do? And I think that threshold is constantly being reviewed. A lot of it is to do with how do you make growth sustainable. We have had massive growth in the last five or six years, and that’s a great thing.  But I think it means you have to make sure the foundations of your organization are strong so that you can move from one to another. I mentioned earlier that we’re just starting to focus on North America as one of our new markets, and I was very keen that we didn’t do that until this point or even next year because we’re not the organizational equivalent of The Beatles, right? Like, we can’t just expect to turn up in a big, sophisticated, very strong, highly cultured market and be able to expect that we’re going to do things like we’ve done them everywhere else, or that we don’t need to think about how we communicate with those prospects and those clients.  So that’s a really big step for us. And how we manage data, I think, is probably the key thing. Fundamentally, if I was to come back to answer your question, I think it’s how we manage data because I think clients are becoming much more sophisticated, much more impatient with people who curate their data. They say, “Look, you know, we know we’re generating lots of data inside the organization,” right? Which is typically what we do, right? It’s people data.  Normally in most work environments, you can tell when somebody opens their laptop, or you can tell when they walk in the office door, or you can tell sometimes even what they’re doing inside the working space, right? Their ID has got an RFID in it or something like that. So there’s lots of data that’s constantly being generated inside the organization, and clients want to get value from that data. And having a sort of third-party proxy come in and say, “Hey, we can do your payroll for you,” or “We can send a questionnaire to people once a year, and that can let you know whether they understand health and safety or they’re engaged in their workplace,” it’s not really satisfactory anymore, right?  The clients are saying, “Okay. I want to be able to get value from my data, and I want to be able to see that. I want the analytics. I want to ask questions that are not able to be prescribed at the beginning.” “And I want to be able to do these queries in real time.”  So essentially, would that require you to get integrated with your clients to some degree so that you can process the data in real time as it emerges? It’s really interesting because I think what I’m hearing from my clients is they’re actually frustrated with that. In the sort of classic SaaS world, which we’ve had in organizations now for 20, 30, maybe even 40 years, you integrate the big internal ERP systems or CRM systems, and you integrate them, and then you have to sort of work within their framework, right? And you might see a report that’s already pre-programmed, but you don’t necessarily see the data, right? If you wanted to say, “Okay, what’s the trend today over the 24-hour clock?” or “How is it changing in June compared to May?” or “How does it relate to the temperature?” or whatever, right?  You can come up with all these questions that you might not be able to predict and then plan and have a sort of pull-down standard report. So to do that, you need access to the data. And I think clients are saying, “This is our data.” This data belongs to us. We want to be able to see that directly, and we want to be able to use that as a decision-support tool, and not necessarily just have a report.”  Yeah. So they’d rather own the data and apply your tools to their data without you necessarily having access to the data or something like that?  Yeah. It’s also a source of differentiation for them, right? Because they know that if… I’m not going to mention these companies. I’m sure you and all your viewers know the big brands. It’s interesting what’s happening with their share prices recently, right? They’re all maybe suffering a little bit from a decline in their share prices, on average. It’s basically a standardized way of doing things, right?  There’s pretty much the same way that any corporation in any part of the world is going to do it because that’s the way you get efficiency through that software. But if an organization says, “Actually, we’ve got an insight into something that we think is unique and differentiated, and we want to make decisions in a slightly different way, or make them faster,” that’s a point of competitive advantage.  Does that mean they wouldn’t want you to apply their idea to other customers because it’s their unique property? They’d just want your tools to help them process their data. They don’t want to share it with you.  Yeah. There are clients like that. We do deal with very sensitive industries, and sometimes government departments, where we have to be able to certify that type of approach. I think that’s likely to become more common in the future as people become more sensitive and more aware of the value, the opportunity, and the threat of what can happen with their data.  Yeah. I mean, some people say that information is now ubiquitous. It’s the questions that are really important because that’s how you communicate with AI. Maybe the question itself can be proprietary know-how—knowing how to ask the right kind of question. They don’t want…  No. I mean… Yeah, I agree. Completely. Yeah. You’re absolutely right. Again, to go back to assessments, we’ve recently released a whole bunch of assessments that measure skills in AI as a domain. We’ve got all sorts of technical and non-technical AI assessments. Obviously, one of the skills that we look at is prompt engineering. If you’ve used some of the generative AI platforms, you’ll always get an answer.  They’re pre-programmed to give you an answer, and most of them are also pretty polite. They fluff up your ego a little bit and say, “Hey, great question.” “That was really interesting.” Then they’ll give you an answer. You need to be aware of that. You need to probe and make sure you’ve not just got an answer—you’ve got the answer. Or at least the best answer that makes sense for you. Then you’ve quality-checked it.  You’ve taken it from one platform, put it into another platform, and then into a third platform. Whatever you’ve done, you need to have that awareness and those specific skills to get the most value out of it. It’s very dangerous, and I think we can all see it. I’m sure your inbox is like my inbox. You get emails from people and think, “Okay, well, that’s not an email from a person.” It’s a bulleted email. It’s not personal. It’s not directed at you. Sometimes it’s hard to understand what it even means.  Yeah. You’re right. So David, who is the ideal customer for you that can most benefit from your solution?  That’s a good question. Personally and professionally, I like clients who challenge us. I like clients who ask questions that make us think in a different way, so we can hopefully give them value and really answer those questions. I think that’s important for us to develop. Clients who are looking for new insights or different foresights that help them in their business—those are the kinds of clients we’re looking for. Definitely the ones who are pushing the envelope and helping take us forward in terms of quality.  So if those types of people are listening to this show and would like to learn more about what you do and how you might be able to help them, where should they go? Where can they find out more?  Yeah, absolutely. You can find me on LinkedIn. I’m David B. Jones on LinkedIn. There are a lot of David Joneses. I think David Jones is the most common name for a British man—even more common than John Smith—so there are a lot of us around. But you’ll be able to find me as David B. Jones. You can also find Mercer Assessments. You can find out more about us through those channels. I’ll be happy to answer any questions or provide more information.  Is there a website people should check out? Do you have a separate website for Mercer Assessments?  We do. Mercer Assessments is part of the mercer.com website. That’s where you’ll find more information. There are also a number of books we’ve published on particular subjects to do with assessment, talent, and leadership development more generally. Those are all available on Amazon as well.  Okay. So if you’re out there and you’re looking to have a more sophisticated view of your people and their aspirations and how they fit the type of work that you want them to do, and you’d like to understand more deeply, then check out Mercer Assessments, David B. Jones. Actually, it’s easy to just put in “David Jones Mercer,” and David will pop up that way.  Check out the books that David and his colleagues have published. And if you enjoyed this conversation, then make sure you follow us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts. And David, thanks for coming to the show and sharing your experience and insights. I mean, it seems to me that you have a much more nuanced approach than most talent assessment or performance assessment organizations, and you have a lot more tools at your disposal. It’s a combination of technology and professional expertise. So that’s fascinating. Thanks for coming on the show. And if you enjoyed this conversation, make sure you follow us because we come out every week with exciting entrepreneurs like David. I will. I will. Thank you, Steve. Important Links: Davidi's LinkedIn David's  website

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Naomi Simpson, founder of Naomi Simpson Astrology, a relationship coaching and astrology business that helps women create more meaningful and fulfilling intimate relationships.Through relationship coaching, accredited astrology, speaking, facilitation, and retreats, Naomi guides women through personal growth and deeper connection, drawing from her background in corporate Human Resources and her work as a coach and astrologer.Now, Naomi's journey from building a previous six-figure business with no prior entrepreneurial experience demonstrates both courage and adaptability in business.And while refining her business from breadth to depth and working to build a more consistent pipeline of ideal clients, she continues to help women navigate love, growth, and transformation with insight and care.Here's where to find more:https://linktr.ee/naomisimpsonastrologywww.naomisimpsonastrology.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-simpson-a8088260https://www.instagram.com/naomisimpsonastrologyhttps://www.facebook.com/naomisimpsonastrology________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business.From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!).Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

Everyone kept telling me, "I just want your brain in my business." So... I figured out a way.This week, I'm pulling back the curtain on my newest offer, The Refinery which is the closest thing you'll get to having my brain inside your business. If you've ever thought, "I don't need another template. I just need someone to help me figure out what to say," this episode is for you.We're talking about what happens when your brand voice starts drifting, why your brand messaging is the foundation of every sale you make, and how refining your messaging every quarter helps you create copy that converts, attract the right people, and increase sales without sounding like everyone else online.I also share the origin story behind The Refinery, plus real client examples that show exactly what happens when messaging gets the attention it deserves.In This Episode, We Cover:Why your messaging (not your offer) is often the real bottleneck in your business.The story behind how The Refinery was born.What happens inside a quarterly messaging intensive.How to keep your brand voice consistent while your business evolves.Creating content angles that actually get people talking.Refining your brand messaging so every offer, funnel, and campaign feels connected.Why foundational messaging creates better AI outputs (yes, even if you love Claude or ChatGPT).How stronger positioning leads to copy that converts and helps increase sales.Two behind-the-scenes client case studies showing messaging in action.My Client's Featured in This Episode✨ Julianna – Check her out HERE✨ Kimmy –  Check her out HERE Every quarter, we'll:Refine your positioning.Strengthen your brand messaging.Create content angles and hooks.Build messaging assets your entire team can execute.Write foundational copy that converts.Keep your business aligned so you can continue to increase sales without losing your unique voice.Because great messaging isn't something you create once.It's something you refine.Ready to Work Together?If you've been listening to the podcast thinking,"I don't need another course... I just want Lucy's brain in my business,"...The Refinery was literally built for you.✨ The Refinery$350/month (quarterly messaging intensives)OR $4,000 paid in full + an async Telegram consulting day✨ VIP Option$3,500/monthIncludes Telegram messaging support Tuesday–Thursday for real-time messaging feedback, content reviews, and copy refinement.This was produced by Your Girl Media Follow us @yourgirlmedia Feeling the pull to have more of me in your world? DM me on Instagram: @mywritehandwomanWork on Your Messaging or Copy with Me: The WebsiteFind Your Brand Messaging Superpower: Take the QuizBook a Messaging Intensive: Book with Me Put Yourself in a Category of One. Join My Unicorn Messaging Membership: Join Here

Tonight's Topic is:  Life Beyond the Reset: Reset. Refine. Renew!Join us live on zoom every Monday at 5pm PT / 6pm MT / 7pm CT / 8pm ET: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83191880777

Before you create another offer, ask yourself one question:  What job will it do? Because the right offer makes your business easier to market, sell, and grow. The wrong one creates confusion, complexity, and more work for you. In this episode, we're doing an Offer Edit—a simple process to evaluate your existing offers, cut through the clutter, and ensure every offer in your business has a clear purpose. Topics discussed in this episode include: Why creating more offers often makes your business harder to market, sell, and run. The hidden costs of a cluttered offer suite and how complexity hurts referrals and conversions. How to conduct an Offer Edit using the Recommit, Refine, and Retire framework. The difference between Easy Yes Offers and Next Yes Offers—and why every offer needs a clear role. How to evaluate your offers for client fit, business fit, and overall fit within your offer suite. For detailed show notes and links to everything in this episode, please visit bsfreebusiness.com.  If you enjoyed today's episode, please: Leave a positive review or rating at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.ratethispodcast.com/stayingsolo Subscribe for new episodes every Monday. Sign up for email updates at www.bsfreebusiness.com/solo

Heading into July 4, David Sons and Jared Cornutt sit down for a conversation with Dan Darling about loving our country and being both Christian and patriots. The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention. To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com ----- Thanks to our sponsors at SEBTS! Our friends at Southeastern Seminary believe scholarship is for the local church. They offer a wide range of advanced degrees with robust biblical and theological training from a Great Commission perspective. Study under premiere Baptist scholars. Refine your leadership. And acquire advanced research skills that will equip you for a lifetime of faithful ministry as you teach others and make disciples of Jesus Christ.  Learn more about how you can be equipped to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission by visiting sebts.edu/advanced ----- Follow us on X Follow us on Facebook  

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Our leadership team holds a roundtable discussion about the 2026 Southern Baptist Convention in Orlando. In it we discuss the Mohler Amendment, the presidential election, and highs and lows from the convention. The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention. To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com ----- Thanks to our sponsors at SEBTS! Our friends at Southeastern Seminary believe scholarship is for the local church. They offer a wide range of advanced degrees with robust biblical and theological training from a Great Commission perspective. Study under premiere Baptist scholars. Refine your leadership. And acquire advanced research skills that will equip you for a lifetime of faithful ministry as you teach others and make disciples of Jesus Christ.  Learn more about how you can be equipped to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission by visiting sebts.edu/advanced ----- Follow us on X Follow us on Facebook  

https://mfbpodcast.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/MFB+SHOW+543+Darius+Ross.mp3Subscribe: Email | TuneIn | RSSInterview With Darius RossHow to Turn Homelessness Into a Coaching Empire With The TPS BlueprintOn today's show I have the pleasure of welcoming author, transformational coach, and serial entrepreneur Darius "Dman" Ross to talk about the TPS Blueprint — his framework for turning trauma into triumph and building a life and business on your own terms.On the outside, Darius "Dman" Ross looks like a man who has always known how to win. Look closer, and you'll find someone who lost everything first — and built something extraordinary from that experience.Darius Alexander Ross was born on July 16, 1965 in Laurel, Mississippi, and raised in Chicago. He attended Chicago State University, Wright College, Lake Forest College, and the International Academy of Design. He started his career in banking and went on to become a certified business broker, merger and acquisition intermediary, commercial real estate broker and appraiser, and commodities trader. He has served on multiple boards — including the New York City High School of Economics and Finance Business Advisory Board — and has been listed in Marquis Who's Who as a noteworthy commodities trader and philanthropist.Then there was the period when it all came apart. Darius has spoken openly about experiencing homelessness. Not just hardship — homelessness. That kind of loss strips away every story you've been telling yourself about who you are and what you're worth. For most people, it breaks them. For Darius, it became the raw material for something that would define his life's work.From that experience, he built the TPS Blueprint — Transforming Trauma into Triumph. At its core, the framework is simple: adversity is not something to survive, it's something to use. The pain of your worst experiences contains intelligence about who you are, what you can endure, and what you're capable of building. His "guerilla strategy" teaches individuals how to extract that intelligence and convert it into fuel for personal and professional growth. His HGDR model — Hustle, Grind, Define, and Refine — gives it structure and traction.The people Darius coaches are not drifting. They are entrepreneurs who've hit a wall. Leaders who've lost their edge. High-net-worth individuals who've built wealth but haven't built meaning. They know how to work. What they need is someone who can help them understand why their past trauma keeps showing up in their present performance — and what to do about it.Today, Darius works with Fortune 500 companies and high-net-worth individuals. He has authored multiple books, including Mastering the TPS Blueprint: Transforming Trauma into Triumph and Leadership DNA: Shaping a Thriving Business Culture. He has been a guest on top podcasts, economic panels, and business conferences. He plays scratch golf. He is building toward a $100 trillion infrastructure holding group with plans to acquire and scale more than 1,000 companies globally.To learn more about Darius and get your copy of Mastering the TPS Blueprint, click the link below. Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a sponsored post. My Future Business is disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Doing more is not always the answer. Sometimes the fastest way to scale is to subtract. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down the strategy of subtraction and why simplifying your business can create more revenue, more speed, and more freedom. Let's be real… More products do not always mean more profit. More services do not always mean more value. More complexity does not always mean more growth. Sometimes it just means more chaos. In this episode, you'll learn: Why doing one thing flawlessly beats doing a thousand things decently How complexity destroys efficiency, margins, and fulfillment Why cutting weak offers can strengthen your entire business How simplicity creates faster execution and cleaner scale The truth is simple: Complexity is the enemy of leverage. If every client needs a custom solution… If every offer requires a different process… If your team is constantly switching directions… You do not have a scalable business. You have operational chaos. High-level operators do not keep adding just to feel productive. They subtract. They prune. They simplify. They identify the highest-margin winner and build everything around it. Because when your business becomes simple… Your team moves faster. Your delivery gets better. Your margins increase. And your core offer becomes impossible to ignore. Cut the noise. Refine the process. Master the one thing. And keep leveling up. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Monday Minute — your weekly reset to lead better, think clearer, and build your independent dealership with intention. Every dealer has a sales process. The question is whether it's intentional or accidental. If it's not written down and trained consistently, every salesperson on your lot is making it up as they go — and the path of least resistance is never the path to growth. One customer gets a great experience. The next gets confusion. One lead gets followed up. The next falls through the cracks. That's not a business. That's a gamble.In this episode, Jeff and Luke get specific about what a real road to the sale looks like — from the first phone call and appointment setting, to the lot greeting, vehicle presentation, test drive, credit application, deal build, close, and the follow-up call most dealers are still skipping. They break down why your process has to match your model — retail, BHPH, wholesale, and highline all run differently — and why scripts don't have to sound robotic to eliminate confusion and build customer confidence. Top athletes practice fundamentals. Your sales team should too.Your assignment this week: write down your road to the sale, step by step. Define how your dealership handles each phase of the customer journey. Review it with your team. Refine it. Practice it. Because random processes create random results — and intentional processes create predictable growth.Review this week's Sunday newsletter at TheIndependentDealer.com for the full theme and exercises.Not subscribed yet? Sign up now. https://theindependentdealer.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=603446580871d8522a454418d&id=50aae74348Let's build this together.

David Sons and Rob Collingsworth have a conversation with Hunter Baker, Chairman of the SBC Committee on Resolutions, about the slate of resolutions coming to messengers at the 2026 SBC. The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention. To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com ----more---- Make plans to join us at our 2026 Presidential Forum in Orlando. Tickets are free. Register here. ----more---- Thanks to our sponsors at SEBTS! Our friends at Southeastern Seminary believe scholarship is for the local church. They offer a wide range of advanced degrees with robust biblical and theological training from a Great Commission perspective. Study under premiere Baptist scholars. Refine your leadership. And acquire advanced research skills that will equip you for a lifetime of faithful ministry as you teach others and make disciples of Jesus Christ.  Learn more about how you can be equipped to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission by visiting sebts.edu/advanced ----more---- Follow us on X Follow us on Facebook  

In this episode of the He Said, She Said: Razor Branding™ Podcast, Jaci and Michael sit down with Danielle Dobbs, First Vice President of Marketing and brand positioning expert, to talk about what it really takes to build marketing that works when budgets are limited, audiences are distracted, and the temptation to skip strategy and go straight to tactics is everywhere. Danielle brings over 11 years of experience working with growing businesses across the United States and draws on her work in both agency and in-house roles to make the case for process over guesswork every single time. She walks through her proprietary Refine framework, shares why a message that tries to reach everyone reaches no one, and explains how understanding your audience deeply enough to know who you are not for is just as powerful as knowing who you are for. From balancing short-term wins with long-term brand building to why frequency matters far more than reach in today’s noisy ad environment, this is a grounded and practical conversation about doing marketing with real intention behind it. Key Takeaways Going straight to tactics without a strategy is one of the most expensive mistakes a business can make A clear and focused message will always outperform a broad one – trying to say everything at once means nothing lands Knowing who you are not for is just as important as defining who you are for, and most businesses skip that step entirely Frequency matters more than reach – being seen once by thousands of people is far less valuable than being seen repeatedly by the right ones Breaking content into smaller pieces over time builds more rapport than publishing everything at once Every business has a unique story and differentiator – the Refine framework exists to help them find it and communicate it with intention Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at razorbranding.org

David Sons hosts with TBR leadership team members Jared Cornutt, Rob Collingsworth, and Griffin Gulledge for a conversation about what to expect and how to approach the 2026 SBC. The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention. To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com ----more---- Make plans to join us at our 2026 Presidential Forum in Orlando. Tickets are free. Register here. ----more---- Thanks to our sponsors at SEBTS! Our friends at Southeastern Seminary believe scholarship is for the local church. They offer a wide range of advanced degrees with robust biblical and theological training from a Great Commission perspective. Study under premiere Baptist scholars. Refine your leadership. And acquire advanced research skills that will equip you for a lifetime of faithful ministry as you teach others and make disciples of Jesus Christ.  Learn more about how you can be equipped to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission by visiting sebts.edu/advanced ----more---- Follow us on X Follow us on Facebook  

Jared Cornutt and Rob Collingsworth have a conversation with Clint Pressley, President of the Southern Baptist Convention and Pastor of Hickory Grove Baptist Church, to talk about the SBC annual meeting and his experience as President. The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention. To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com Make plans to join us at our 2026 Presidential Forum in Orlando. Tickets are free. Register here. Thanks to our sponsors at SEBTS! Our friends at Southeastern Seminary believe scholarship is for the local church. They offer a wide range of advanced degrees with robust biblical and theological training from a Great Commission perspective. Study under premiere Baptist scholars. Refine your leadership. And acquire advanced research skills that will equip you for a lifetime of faithful ministry as you teach others and make disciples of Jesus Christ.  Learn more about how you can be equipped to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission by visiting sebts.edu/advanced ----more---- Follow us on X Follow us on Facebook  

Event Objectives:Describe the use of simulation in safer firearm storage education for pediatric residents.Discuss how simulation increases comfort of pediatric residents in discussing safer firearm storage at well visits.Evaluate caregiver comprehension and usability of a pediatric SMART asthma action plan using iterative field testing and health literacy principles.Identify differences in interpretation and preferences between English- and Spanish-speaking caregivers regarding SMART asthma management instructions.Refine and co-develop a bilingual SMART asthma action plan through caregiver feedback to improve clarity, safety, and real-world usability for home asthma management.Review common concerns of providers and patients surrounding home NG programs.Discuss our hospital's home NG pathway and evaluate the success of its implementation.Evaluate trends in G-tube vs home NG placement and identify opportunities to reduce surgical intervention.Examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary benefits of end-of-block reflective debriefing sessions on pediatric resident professional well-being.Claim CME Credit Here!                                                                                                                                      

🧭 REBEL Rundown 🔑 Key Points 🧩 Human Factors: The unseen behaviors, distractions and considerations critical in emergency medicine and the ICU, influencing patient care beyond just medical knowledge.🎯 System Design: Effective system design directly impacts team performance by creating environments that facilitate optimal decision-making. 🏥 Real-world Application: The application of human factors in healthcare leads to better team dynamics, reduced stress, and improved patient outcomes. 👷🏽‍️It’s Everyone’s Job: Building a culture of adaptability and openness to change can lead to better healthcare delivery, communication and interprofessional relationships🛠️ Practical Solutions: Start the conversation in departments for actionable and pragmatic changes to current healthcare environments to enhance practitioner efficiency and patient care quality. Click here for Direct Download of the Podcast. 👀Previously Covered and Related Content: REBEL EM: Titles Don’t Make LeadersREBEL MIND: Moving from Junior to Senior Leadership in Emergency CareREBEL MIND: The Dunning-Kruger EffectREBEL MIND: Growth vs Fixed Mindset 📝 Introduction Welcome back to Rebel MIND, the podcast where we sharpen the person behind the practitioner. MIND stands for Mastering Internal Negativity during Difficulty. This series emphasizes productivity, provider performance, and team optimization to ensure we are at our best during high-pressure situations. In this episode, host Dr. Mark Ramzy chats with special guests and master educators about the concept of human factors.Dr. Chris Hicks is an emergency physician and trauma team leader at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto, and co-founder of Advanced Performance Healthcare Design, a physician-led simulation and design group. Dr. Andrew Petrosoniak is an emergency physician and trauma team leader at St. Michael’s Hospital, and Medical Director of the Unity Health Toronto Simulation Program. He’s an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto where his research focuses on simulation for systems and design improvement and optimizing the care of the bleeding patient. Along with Dr. Hicks, he’s also President of Advanced Performance Healthcare Design, a consulting firm that works with high-performance teams and uses simulation to enhance and design better healthcare spaces Cognitive Question How can the integration of human factors improve decision-making and performance in emergency medicine and critical care environments? ️What are Human Factors? In the context of healthcare, human factors encompass the interplay between humans, the systems they work within, and the effectiveness of their interactions. It includes elements like communication, system design, environmental conditions, and behavioral patterns affecting individual and team decision-making processes. It’s the collective impact of individual behaviors, team dynamics, and the physical environment on performance and outcomes. The aim is to eliminate issues arising from human error by creating systems and environments that naturally guide and support optimal performance. 🏥How This Applies to the Emergency Department or ICU? Efficient integration of human factors in high-pressure settings like the Emergency Department (ED) or Intensive Care Unit (ICU) helps mitigate the risks associated with stressful and chaotic environments. By focusing on system designs that account for human behavior, healthcare professionals can reduce errors, enhance team coordination, and ultimately improve patient care. This is crucial as teams are often required to make rapid, life-saving decisions in these environmentsThe design of clinical spaces can either hinder or help efficient care. Poorly arranged equipment or cluttered workspaces increase stress and impede decision-making. Implementing structured design principles, such as dedicated equipment zones and clear visual cues, can streamline workflows and enhance team coordinationIt actually helps pave the way for more efficiency because you end up “working smarter instead of harder”.It speaks directly to the Daniel Kahneman’s theory of Type 2 Thinking – which is a slow, analytical cognitive process requiring deliberate thoughtWe’ll likely create a whole dedicated episode to this but if you want to read more ahead of time on it, check out his book Thinking, Fast and Slow ⏩Immediate Action Steps for Your Next Shift **Assess Your Environment**: Take note of any clutter, noise, or layout issues in your workspace that could hinder optimal performance. Identify problem areas that could be optimized.**Recognizable Hard-Stop** – Implement a “Stop-Point” Check for areas or issues that involve more than just patient safety (ie. workflow inefficiencies, sign-out, throughput, etc). Use predefined benchmarks during procedures to ensure clarity and efficiency.**Foster Open Communication** – Encourage an environment where every team member feels comfortable discussing their thoughts and decisions without fear of judgment.**Prototype Solutions** – Work with colleagues to identify problems and brainstorm quick, cost-effective solutions that could be tested in your department.**Role Clarity and Preparation** – Ensure roles are clearly defined and team members are prepared with necessary resources readily available during high-stakes scenarios.**Test and Refine** – Conduct quick pilot tests of new setups or processes during quieter times and gather feedback from your team. Conclusion Human factors play a critical role in shaping healthcare outcomes. Through structured system designs and attention to team dynamics, it is possible to reduce inefficiencies and enhance both patient care and provider well-being. It requires a shift in perspective from seeing design and systems as separate from human behaviors, to seeing them as intricately linked. By incorporating these principles, healthcare professionals can create environments that inherently support better, safer, and more effective patient care. 🚨 Clinical Bottom Line Incorporating human factors into healthcare isn’t just about preventing errors—it’s about creating an ecosystem where the healthcare team is empowered to perform at their best, even under the most challenging conditions. Implementing small, iterative changes can create a meaningful impact, paving the way for improved systems and processes. This starts by redesigning systems and environments with human factors in mind, which can significantly improve both the efficiency of care delivery and the safety of the healthcare environment. Further Reading Petrosoniak A, Hicks C. M&M rounds 2.0: the future of performance improvement. CJEM. Feb 2025PMID: 39979684Petrosoniak A, Hicks CDesign, build, train, excel: Using simulation to create elite trauma systems. International Anesthesiology Clinics. Publish Ahead of Print.Request the Article herePetrosoniak A, Hicks C, et al. Design Thinking-Informed Simulation: An Innovative Framework to Test, Evaluate, and Modify New Clinical Infrastructure. Simul Healthc. 2020 Jun 2020.PMID: 32039946Bleetman A, et al.Human factors and error prevention in emergency medicine. Emerg Med J. May 2012PMID: 21565880Hayden EM, et al.Human Factors and Simulation in Emergency Medicine. Acad Emerg Med. 2018 Feb 2018PMID: 28925571 Meet the Authors Mark Ramzy, DO Co-Editor-in-Chief Cardiothoracic Intensivist and EM Attending RWJBH / Rutgers Health, Newark, NJ Chris Hicks, MD, Med Co-Founder of Advanced Performance Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Toronto, Canada Andrew Petrosoniak, MD, MSc Co-Founder and President of Advanced Performance Medical Director of Unity Health Toronto Simulation Program Showing Slide 1 of 3 The post REBEL MIND – Human Factors: The Hidden Architecture of Emergency & Critical Care Medicine appeared first on REBEL EM - Emergency Medicine Blog.

Episode Topic: Natural Rights at the FoundingHow can the origins of American liberty help us chart the complex distinction between inherent human capacities and governmental regulations? Refine your perspective on the social compact, shifting your view of rights from mere judicial trumps to essential components of a self-governing society.Featured Speakers:Jud Campbell, Stanford UniversityRead this episode's recap over on the University of Notre Dame's open online learning community platform, ThinkND: https://go.nd.edu/79d0b2.This podcast is a part of the ThinkND Series titled 1776: The Ideas that Made the Modern World. Thanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and other resources to inspire minds and spark conversations on topics that matter to you — everything from faith and politics, to science, technology, and your career.Learn more about ThinkND and register for upcoming live events at think.nd.edu.Join our LinkedIn community for updates, episode clips, and more.

MTCT Episode #204- Repeat, Remove, Refine by Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

On today's Flyover Conservatives Show, we sat down with Clay Clark to break down the creative process and the simple framework of Define, Act, Measure, and Refine. Clay explains why people are naturally drawn to fun, positive, decisive, momentum-building leaders — and why passive, indecisive, non-solution-focused behavior repels growth, opportunity, and strong teams. You'll also hear powerful examples from real entrepreneurs, including a 9,500% ROI business growth story and lessons from Grammy-winning creatives on energy, organization, writer's block, work ethic, and emotional state.TO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONTENT: www.theflyoverapp.com Follow and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlyoverConservativesShowClay ClarkWEBSITE: www.thrivetimeshow.comText FLYOVER to 918-851-0102 to learn moreTo Schedule A Time To Talk To Dr. Dr. Kirk Elliott Go To ▶ https://flyovergold.com  Or Call 720-605-3900 Clay Clark is a serial entrepreneur, business coach, and bestselling author known for helping companies scale through proven systems and disciplined execution. He is the founder of the ReAwaken America Tour, one of the largest faith, freedom, and economic events in the country. Clay has built and sold multiple successful businesses across marketing, finance, and professional services. He is widely respected for his ability to translate complex economic and technological shifts into practical action steps for everyday Americans. Clay is a frequent speaker and media guest, offering insight on entrepreneurship, economic resilience, and leadership in uncertain times.-------------------------------------------

FREE 5-Day INFP Personality Type Tutorial course: http://infp.geekpsychology.comEvolve Community (access to all 10 courses and monthly workshops): http://evolve.geekpsychology.comYou have a whole other life living in your head. The one where you became a psychologist. Or an author. Or something you've never fully let go of.That's not a problem to fix. It's your Explorer doing exactly what it was built to do.In this video, I break down why INFPs keep imagining careers they never pursue, what your daydreams are actually signaling, and how to stop feeling guilty about the paths you didn't take.Here's what we get into: why your Explorer (Extraverted Intuition) opens infinite tabs and never closes them, why your Soul attaches identity to every "what if," why the Commander is the function that actually gets you moving, and how to honor the unlived lives without letting them paralyze you.The boat anchored in the harbor never reaches new horizons. Pick a quest. Learn from it. Refine from there.If this hit something, share it with the INFP in your life who's been sitting on three different dream careers for five years.

What happens when an architect stops designing one-off buildings and starts designing a system?Justin Brechtel is a licensed architect in California, principal of Iterate Architecture, and VP of Architecture at West Modular — and he's making the case that the way we deliver buildings is broken. Architects have spent decades reinventing the wheel on every project, slowly ceding their leadership role to developers and contractors. Justin's answer: treat architecture like a product. Build the bones once. Refine them like an iPhone.In this episode we get into what it actually looks like to embed architects on a factory floor, why talking to a modular manufacturer early can save your entire project, and why "slow is responsible" has quietly become one of the most expensive ideas in American cities.Links:Website: www.iterae.comInstagram: @iteraearchitecturehttps://www.westmodular.com/

We avoid four sinful activities and especially avoid four things. Be careful about what we eat, as it directly affects your consciousness. No illicit sex, no intoxication, no gambling, no meat-eating. These are just low activities. When we're engaged in devotional service, we have to be careful because we may not see everything. So there are different kinds of aparādhas. There's vaiṣṇava-aparādha, there's nāma-aparādha, there's sevā-aparādha and there's dhāma-aparādha. For instance, when you go to the dhāma, you have to be very careful because you may not know where you're stepping. You should not develop a flippant attitude—that "Who are all these people? What's this place?" If you're around devotees, you should be very humble because you should know that they are very dear to Kṛṣṇa. When you're around the Deities, don't be a bull in a china shop. That's why there are regulations in pañcarātrika worship. You make sure there's no cross-contamination. If you touch some prasād, like if you pick up a tulsī leaf already offered, then you purify your hand before you offer a fresh tulsī leaf. You have to be careful where you step, never step over Kṛṣṇa, never put your feet on things. There are ways— like don't talk loudly before the Deities, don't cry, wail. There are all these points for avoiding aparādha. 'Rādhā' means ārādhanam, worship of Kṛṣṇa in the proper way. And there are ways that are improper. So you refine your mind and the way you act when you're around the devotees, when you're around Kṛṣṇa, when you're around the dhāma, and when you're around the Holy Name. Then you can be fully receptive to their mercy and take it all in. Pāpa are gross activities that come from our attachment to the modes of rajas and tamas, and even sattva to some degree, but it's very light. But the tamasic, we have to be very careful and purify our minds and hearts so that we can at least develop sāttvic habits. Kṛṣṇa talks about this in the 11th Canto, there is a whole chapter about it. Everything you use in your life should be sāttvic. Because otherwise, in rajas, tamas, then you're still subjected to activities that are animal-like. And we need clarity, we need sattva. Sattvaṁ yad brahma-darśanam. You have to come from the raw wood, to the smoke, to the fire. That's tamas, rajas, sattva. So we avoid the things that are obviously degrading, and then we avoid offenses so that we can be gentle and worshipful around the Holy Name, around the Vaiṣṇavas, around the Deities, etc. I'm going to read you the verse again, because this is the verse for the day. This, for those of you who are interested, it's in the.. (15:04) ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://vaisesikadasayatra.blogspot.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://thefourquestionsbook.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark ------------------------------------------------------------ #japajolt #mantrameditation #makejapagreatagain #spiritualawakening #soul #spiritualexperience #spiritualpurposeoflife

Springtime energy can entice us to take on new projects and quickly fill our social calendars. We can easily get swept away with the fullness of the season and forget to focus our energy with intention. This May our growth is supported by two full moons. The Flower Moon, which occurred on 5/1, guides us toward expansion. The Blue Moon, happening on 5/31, calls us to refine our vision and decide what we want to carry into the next cycle. Rather than trying to do it all this spring, consider pouring your energy toward one thing that's calling for your attention. With a little focus, you may grow something truly beautiful this season! What am I reading?An Unlikely Coven by AM Kvitahttps://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780316586634The Selfish Year by Valerie Jones https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781394342716https://bookshop.org/shop/witchywomanwalkingWhat's playing on repeat?Don't Do Me Like That by Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers What's for dinner?Mayak Eggs w/ Rice & Pickled Veggies Ingredients:6 large eggs at room temperature1 tbsp each salt and white vinegar for boiling the eggsgreen onions, seaweed flakes, and/or sesame oil for garnish, optionalMarinade:1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup water1/4 cup honey1/4 medium onion diced1 green onion diced3 cloves garlic minced2 chili pepper diced1 tbsp toasted sesame seedsInstructions:In a bowl, add the marinade ingredients and mix to combine.Add vinegar and salt to a pot of boiling water. Reduce the heat and gently place each egg into the water. Simmer for 6 minutes. Prepare a large bowl of ice water.When the timer goes off, immediately transfer the eggs to the ice water bath. Allow the eggs to cool completely, for at least 5-10 minutes. Gently peel the eggs and add them to the marinade. Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator overnight, or at least 6 hours.To serve, place the egg over a bed of rice with a drizzle of marinade, pickled veggies, and garnish of choice. Enjoy!Salted Caramel Cottage Cheese Ice CreamIngredients: 1 16 oz container full fat cottage cheese¼ cup honey ½ teaspoon vanilla extract pinch sea salt6 dates if they are hard soften them in water for 5 minutesInstructions:Add cottage cheese, honey, vanilla and sea salt to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Add dates and blend again. You want the dates to be broken up but not fully blended.Add ice cream to a bowl or loaf pan and freeze for 3-4 hours until ice cream is set.Serve and enjoy.https://www.skool.com/hagwitch-herbals-3611/may-two-full-moonsSupport the show

Episode Overview In this episode of Expert Mentors Live, John Kitchens sits down with real estate operator and AI strategist Tony Cruz to unpack the new realities of today's market—and why the agents who adapt fastest are the ones winning right now. From shifting buyer behavior and difficult pricing conversations to AI-powered follow-up systems and voice automation, Tony breaks down the exact strategies agents need to stay relevant, scalable, and profitable in a rapidly changing industry. This conversation dives into: Why many agents are struggling in today's market The massive "skill void" happening inside real estate How AI is transforming lead conversion and follow-up Why most CRMs are silently killing opportunities The rise of Voice AI and webinar marketing How simple automations can dramatically increase conversions If you're trying to grow your business without drowning in busy work, this episode delivers practical strategies you can implement immediately. Key Topics Covered What's Actually Different About Today's Market Tony explains why today's market requires agents to become stronger communicators—not just marketers. Today's buyers and sellers are: More cautious More payment-sensitive More informed More skeptical Which means agents must stop "talking at" clients and start having more consultative conversations. "The name of the game right now is who owns the buyers." Why Agents Are Struggling According to Tony, the biggest issue isn't the market itself—it's the lack of skill development. Many agents struggle because they've never learned: Negotiation Expectation setting Lead conversion Objection handling Relationship-based communication He also points to a lack of leadership and training inside many brokerages. The Luxury Listing Strategy That Builds Trust Tony shares how he's using third-party appraisals on luxury listings to create: Credibility Realistic seller expectations Easier pricing conversations Stronger positioning Instead of telling sellers what they want to hear, he focuses on building trust through data and transparency. The Follow-Up Problem Most Agents Don't Realize They Have One of the biggest breakthroughs Tony shares is how AI exposed major flaws inside his own CRM follow-up systems. After auditing his automations using Claude AI, he realized: His messaging lacked rapport His follow-up was too generic His sequences weren't aligned with the client avatar Once rewritten, engagement and responses increased significantly. "You're not building rapport—you're talking at them." The "Did You Get My Email?" Strategy Tony reveals one of the simplest—and highest ROI—follow-up tactics agents can implement immediately. After sending an important email, send a text the next day: "Hey, did you get my email yesterday?" This simple system dramatically improves: Open rates Replies Engagement Appointment conversions Why Most Agents Waste Money on Leads Tony explains why running ads without proper systems is a recipe for failure. Before agents spend money on: Zillow Realtor.com Facebook ads Google PPC They must first fix: Their follow-up Their CRM Their automations Their conversion systems "You're pouring water into a sinking ship." Webinar Marketing: The Most Underrated Lead Source One of Tony's favorite strategies right now:

Confidence, clarity, and speaking when it matters.Confident communication isn't about being the loudest in the room. For Susie Wolff, it's about displaying assurance before you even open your mouth.Wolff is a former professional race car driver, managing director of F1 Academy, and author of Driven. Throughout her career in one of the world's most male-dominated industries, she's learned that confidence starts within. “If you want others to believe in you, you need to at least have confidence in your own abilities,” she says. By letting her capabilities speak for themselves, Wolff felt she didn't have to. “I was never the loudest voice in the room. But I made sure when I did speak that I really had something to say.”In this special episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, co-hosted by Matt Abrahams and Tiggy Valen, Wolff shares how inner drive creates outer clarity. From delivering hard truths with empathy to achieving buy-in for a bold vision, Wolff offers lessons on communicating with confidence, even in the face of stiff competition.Episode Reference Links:Susie WolffSusie's Book: DrivenTiggy ValenPaddock ProjectEp.235 Refine, Reframe, Repeat: Make Your Communication a Slam Dunk  Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (03:06) - Early Motorsport Passion (04:01) - Finding Your Voice (05:33) - Building Confidence (06:28) - Becoming a Leader (08:48) - Cross-Cultural Communication (09:57) - Building F1 Academy (14:20) - Giving Tough Feedback (17:32) - Embracing Discomfort (20:01) - The Final Three Questions (26:18) - Conclusion  ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.This episode is brought to you by Babbel. Think Fast Talk Smart listeners can get started on your language learning journey today- visit Babbel.com/Thinkfast and get up to 55% off your Babbel subscription.Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

Send us Fan MailFamily Office Club Monthly Live ForumLive Capital Raising Strategy, Investor Feedback & Applied AI ToolsJoin the Family Office Club Monthly Live Forum — a live, interactive working session focused on real-world capital raising strategy, investor positioning, and the practical use of AI tools for founders, fund managers, and serious dealmakers.This is not a passive webinar or slide presentation. Each session is built around live interaction, real-time feedback, and practical implementation.Inside the live forum we cover:✅ Live hot seats and strategic feedback✅ Real-time pitch reviews and investor positioning guidance✅ Applied AI demonstrations for investor research, outreach, due diligence, and deal structuring✅ Platform-building feedback based on how sophisticated investors and family offices actually evaluate opportunities✅ Tactical insights from active capital raisers, investors, and industry operatorsOur investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 50 proprietary AI tools built specifically for capital raisers, investors, and founders.The Family Office Club hosts investor events across Dallas, Beverly Hills, South Florida, and New York, and we believe meeting investors in person is 16x more effective than pitching virtually.Our proprietary AI tools are trained using insights gathered from thousands of investor conversations, live events, investor mandate interviews, workshops, and over 3 million words of investor transcripts. These tools are designed to help members:• Improve investor targeting• Refine pitch messaging• Structure stronger deals• Conduct due diligence faster• Save hundreds of hours through automation• Build more effective investor pipelinesHow To Prepare (Strongly Recommended)Attendees who get the most value from these sessions typically:• Join live and stay for the full session• Bring a current capital raising or investor positioning question• Review their pitch deck, one-liner, or assumptions beforehand• Participate actively in Q&A and discussionHot seat participation and deeper strategic feedback are prioritized for active members, but public attendees consistently gain valuable insights simply by observing how live investor feedback and strategic decisions are handled in real time.What Members Receive Beyond The Live SessionMembers receive access to:✔ Priority hot seats and deeper live feedback✔ Session recordings and archives✔ 50+ proprietary AI tools for investor targeting, due diligence, pitch refinement, and deal structuring✔ 30 nationwide in-person investor events and summits✔ Investor databases and networking resources✔ The Family Office Club member portal and investor toolkitAdditional workshop topics inside our ecosystem include investor outreach strategies, capital raising systems, due diligence, investor influence, deal structuring, and pitch optimization.LogisticsYou will receive reminder emails from Zoom as the session approaches.Please join from a stable internet connection and plan to attend live for the best experience.We look forward to having you join us. Feel free to text me directly with any questions.For details on upcoming in-person investor club events, visit:

A federal judge just apologized in open court to Cole Allen — the man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump and his team at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. U.S. Magistrate Judge Zia M. Faruqui told the 31-year-old suspect he was “sorry” for the harsh conditions in D.C. jail, including suicide watch and solitary confinement. Allen, who allegedly showed up armed and fired shots at Secret Service, received an apology while many January 6 defendants have faced far worse for far less. We also cover: U.S. Park Police officer falls asleep in front of the White House. Is the Obama Presidential Center OPEN? Astronaut Victor Glover asked about his identity. Tucker Carlson asked about Trump being the Antichrist comment. This story exposes the radical two-tiered justice system that protects those who attack conservatives while punishing Trump supporters. If you're tired of the mainstream media covering this insanity, hit LIKE

I want to ask you something real quick. What if you could wake up tomorrow and half your to-do list was already done? Emails answered, content posted, calls booked, follow-ups sent, and you did not lift a finger. That is not some far-off fantasy anymore. That is what is actually possible right. In this solo episode, I am breaking down exactly how I am doing it and how you can too. I am not here claiming to be the AI guru of anything. I am just the reporter. These are the things that are working in my world right now, and I want to hand them straight to you so you can take what fits and leave what does not. That has always been the Happy Hustle way. Here is the big idea behind this whole episode: stop thinking about AI as a tool and start thinking about it as a team member. Better yet, think of it as your co-founder. Because when you make that mental shift, everything changes. You stop dabbling and you start deploying. And that is where the real leverage lives. The first thing I want you to take away is the idea of building your AI team department by department. You do not have to overhaul your whole business overnight. Just look at each area and ask what AI could own in that space. For marketing, AI can write your emails, your ad copy, your social posts, and your content outlines. Tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, and others can crank out high quality drafts in minutes when you give them a solid prompt. For customer support, you can build a chatbot trained on your own FAQs, your offers, and your most common objections, so it handles the repetitive questions while you focus on the high value conversations. For scheduling and executive tasks, tools like Calendly, Motion, and Claude Cowork can connect your calendar, your project management, and your communication tools into one central hub that basically runs itself. The second big takeaway is the four bucket framework. Break your business down into lead generation, sales, fulfillment, and operations. Then for each bucket, ask yourself three questions: what can be automated, what can be templated, and what can AI handle 80 percent of? That question alone will change how you see your week. Anything that does not require human emotion or final judgment can most likely be handed off, and that frees you up to do the work only you can do. The third thing I want you to lock in is the delegation framework, and it is four simple steps. First, write down everything you do daily. Second, sort those tasks into three categories: repetitive, creative, or strategic. Third, automate the repetitive stuff with AI entirely, use AI as a thought partner on the creative stuff, and keep the strategic stuff for yourself because that is your zone. Fourth, optimize weekly. Refine your prompts, build SOPs for your AI systems, and even ask AI itself how to make things better. That last one alone is a game changer. The fourth takeaway is about the pitfalls, because I want you to avoid the mistakes, I see people making. Do not over-automate human connection. That is a line you do not cross. Do not blindly trust AI outputs either. Always verify, always review. And do not put garbage in and expect gold out. The quality of what you feed your AI determines the quality of what it gives back. Train it well, give it context, and treat it like the team member it is becoming. The real goal here is not to work more. It is to work in a way that gives you back your time, your energy, and your presence so you can show up fully for the people and the things that actually matter. That is the happy hustle. That is the whole point. If you have been on the fence about getting serious with AI, this episode is your sign to start today. Pick one thing, an email sequence, a scheduling tool, a chatbot, and just build that first piece. Do not wait until you have it all figured out because nobody does. You figure it out by doing it. Head over to https://caryjack.com/podcastin/ to listen to the full episode and get all the details on the tools, prompts, and systems I mentioned. And if this gave you even one good idea, share it with a friend who is still doing everything manually. That is one of the most generous things you can do for a fellow entrepreneur right now. Keep on happy hustlin'.

If your pipeline is weak, it's easy to assume your messaging is the problem.So you tweak your positioning. Rewrite your offers. Refine your niche. Rework your elevator pitch.And still… no predictable flow of ideal clients.This episode breaks down why “fixing your messaging” is often the wrong focus and how it keeps you stuck in analysis instead of creating real opportunities.You'll learn how to tell if messaging is actually your bottleneck or if you're avoiding the real issue that drives pipeline growth.What you'll learn:Why “I need better messaging” is the most common (and misleading) diagnosisThe messaging refinement loop and how it delays revenueThe real reason your pipeline isn't convertingThe two factors that consistently create qualified client opportunitiesHow to diagnose: messaging problem vs. conversation problemWhen messaging actually does need fixing (and how to do it fast)A simple rule to stop overworking your messagingHow to start more client conversations immediatelyIf you've been stuck refining instead of landing new clients, this will help you redirect your focus and build momentum.Timestamps for Key Moments: [03:15] – Why consultants default to “I need better messaging” [08:20] – The messaging refinement loop and how it stalls your pipeline [14:10] – The real belief keeping you stuck (and why it feels logical) [21:30] – The 2 factors that actually create a consistent consulting pipeline [25:00] – How to diagnose: messaging problem vs. conversation problem [30:05] – When messaging does need fixing (rare, but important) [32:40] – The 90-minute messaging rule [34:50] – How to create more client conversations starting todayResources Mentioned:Companion Resource: Read Chapter 6 in Melisa's book, Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSXJBGVB Full Show Noteshttps://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-268Want More?• Melisa's Books, Planners & Journals: https://linktr.ee/melisaliberman• Get Melisa's Book: https://www.melisaliberman.com/book• Visit Melisa's Website: https://www.melisaliberman.com/ • Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisa-libermanWant help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.

Growth can stall when every job depends on more labor, more stress, and more guesswork. Caleb and Brittany discuss how their hardscaping business has evolved through better systems, sharper financial tools, and a more intentional approach to people. Instead of relying on manual labor as the default answer, they explore how strategic equipment investments can increase productivity, reduce overhead, and limit the personnel challenges that come with an inefficient workforce. The conversation also digs into the impact of fractional CFO services and specialized software for budgeting, cash flow, and long-term planning. Caleb and Brittany share how clearer numbers have helped them make stronger decisions, while improved hiring practices have raised the bar for team morale, customer satisfaction, and company culture. Covered in this episode: • Invest in specialized equipment to replace inefficient manual labor and reduce long-term overhead costs. • Hire a fractional CFO or utilize professional budgeting software to gain clarity on financial health and plan for future cash flow needs. • Refine your hiring process to focus on attitude and cultural fit rather than simply filling vacancies with "warm bodies." • Practice transparent communication with your team when facing high-stress periods to manage expectations and maintain professional morale. • Reward team excellence by offering financial incentives to employees who are specifically named in positive client reviews. This episode offers a practical look at what it takes to move a contracting business beyond reactive decisions and toward a more stable, scalable future.

REPLAY - Learn more about retrograde planets in this amazing interview from 2023. Hi everyone! In this segment we host an amazing guest, Ryan Kurczak, to discuss the nebulous, mysterious, and notorious - retrogrades!The concept of retrograde planets gets thrown around a lot! I'm sure almost everyone we meet on a day to day basis has a fundamental understanding of Mercury being retrograde. But what does it TRULY mean to have planets retrograde in our birth chart? What will be influenced? Will it be challenging?... Helpful? Ryan and I discuss how retrograde planets may operate in a birth chart as well as how they may impact the collective.This is a phenomenal podcast for anyone with retrograde planets in their birth chart and are looking to take their understanding to the next level.To contact Ryan Kurczak:Astrology:https://ashevillevedicastrology.wordpress.comKriya Yoga:https://kriyayogaonline.comLearn Astrology with Ryan Kurczak:⁠https://vedic-astrology.teachable.com/⁠Playlist with Ryan Kurczak:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4q308ykQSTBRjKrHHDCSkM?si=b676721ba1464c7fChristineHear horoscopes weekly on Patreon:patreon.com/astrologynowpodcastWork with Christine:innerknowing.yogaastrologynowpodcast@gmail.cominstagram: astrologynow_podacstkeywords: astrology, jyotish, Vedic astrology, sidereal astrology, nakshatras,  spirituality, Christine Rodriguez, aries, libra, scorpio, libra, capricorn, Nakshatra, new moon, taurus, Venus, Jupiter, Pisces, Spirituality, horoscope, retrograde, eclipse, solar eclipse, Ryan Kurczak

What if the very thing you're using to make your podcast better is the reason people are skipping it? Sure, AI has changed how we work. But without realizing it, most creators are using it in a way that hurts their podcast's credibility. Podcast systems expert Joe Casabona is back to break down what listeners pick up on when you use AI in your podcast content, why "sounding more polished" doesn't always lead to better engagement or listener action, and exactly where to draw the line so AI supports your message instead of weakening it.If you want listeners to trust what they hear and take action on your episodes, hit play and let's dive in....2:11 – The Real Risk of Assuming That AI Makes Your Podcast Better 9:53 – What Listeners Pick Up On When Your Thinking Is Outsourced 13:21 – The Difference Between Using AI to Refine vs Replace Your Ideas 15:13 – What Listeners Actually Connect With That AI Can't Recreate 18:59 – Where to Draw the Line So AI Doesn't Hurt How Listeners Respond to Your Podcast...Episode Links:Meet Joe Casabona: Website | LinkedInListen to Joe's Podcast: Streamlined SolopreneurRead Joe's Blog: When to Bring in AI (and When Not To)Save 12 Hours a week with Joe's Podcast Automation Planners...Other Episodes You'll Love: Where AI Wastes More Time Than It Saves in Your Podcast (3 Questions to Ask)...Liked this episode? Share it with your podcasting friends!Love this show? Say thanks in true podcasting style by leaving a review.Podcast Health Score™: See exactly where your show is losing listeners and get a custom plan to fix it.On-Air Podcast Coaching: Join the waitlist for a chance to get coached by Courtney on air in real time.Podcast SEO Mastery: Learn how to optimize your show so the right listeners find you in search.Done-For-You Podcast SEO: Let our team build your Podcast SEO Strategy so your show gets found 24/7.PodLaunch® Accelerator: Book a free podcasting strategy call if you're ready to build a show that converts and grows on repeat.Follow Courtney for more podcasting insights:  Linked In | PodLaunchHQ.comThis episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U©Ⓟ 2018–2026 by Courtney Elmer. All ...

An Economist investigation reveals that Iran is profiting from the war as it evades sanctions and oil prices surge. India's government has promised to crush the country's Maoist insurgency. Our correspondent visits a former rebel stronghold. And why understudies, a theatre's insurance policy, are underestimated. Guests and host:Rachana Shanbhogue, business affairs editorKira Huju, Asia correspondentHamish Clayton, culture writerRosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Oil, Iran, Kharg Island, sanctionsIndia, Modi, MaoistsCulture, theatre, understudiesListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Economist investigation reveals that Iran is profiting from the war as it evades sanctions and oil prices surge. India's government has promised to crush the country's Maoist insurgency. Our correspondent visits a former rebel stronghold. And why understudies, a theatre's insurance policy, are underestimated. Guests and host:Rachana Shanbhogue, business affairs editorKira Huju, Asia correspondentHamish Clayton, culture writerRosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Oil, Iran, Kharg Island, sanctionsIndia, Modi, MaoistsCulture, theatre, understudiesListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14. China's Strategic Monopoly on Rare Earths. Guest: Simon Constable. Simon Constable breaks down the reality of rare earth elements, noting they are not rare but difficult to refine. He emphasizes China's dominant control, refining approximately ninety percent of the world's global supply.,, (14)1906 ROAD TO INDIA

Bhakti Yoga wisdom from the Srimad Bhagavatam, one of the foundational texts of Vedic philosophy, meets a powerful reflection from Henry David Thoreau about shaping the "atmosphere through which we look." In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how spiritual practice refines the lens of consciousness itself. Their discussion leads to the gopīs—the cowherd women of Vrindavan whose hearts and minds were completely absorbed in Krishna, whom the Srimad Bhagavatam presents as the highest example of devotion in bhakti yoga. From Thoreau's call to simplify life to reflections on sacred places like Govardhan Hill, the conversation explores how devotion, meditation, and spiritual wisdom transform the way we perceive the world and deepen our relationship with the Divine. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************