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Guest post by Yasmin Vorajee If you run your own business - whether you're a coach, consultant, or service provider - you've probably felt how quickly things can change online. One week, your posts are flying; the next, the algorithm shifts and visibility drops overnight. A platform you've relied on for years suddenly changes its rules. And all that effort building an audience can feel like it's hanging by a thread. That's why future-proofing your business isn't a luxury - it's essential. It's about creating a business that still brings in clients, income, and opportunities no matter what happens online. One that's built on solid foundations, you control - not borrowed attention. And it all starts here. 1. Build an Ecosystem You Own When you rely entirely on social media, you're renting space on someone else's land. Future-proofing begins by building what you own - your email list, your website, and your digital assets. These are the foundations that give you stability and control, even when the online landscape changes. They're how you build lasting relationships with your audience - directly, personally, and on your own terms. 2. Craft a Message That Moves With You Platforms change. Your message shouldn't. Your message is the thread that travels with you anywhere - from a post to a podcast to a stage. A strong, clear message cuts through the noise and makes your business recognisable, no matter where people find you. It's the story you keep telling: who you help, how you help, and the difference your work makes. Clarity never goes out of style. 3. Turn Your Expertise Into a Signature Framework When your expertise becomes a framework or process, you're no longer competing on trends - you're leading with ideas. Frameworks make you memorable. They give structure to your brilliance and make it easy for people to trust what you do. This is how your business becomes bigger than you - it turns into a body of work that lasts. 4. Build Systems That Create Leverage The most resilient businesses aren't the busiest - they're the best designed. Think automation, not exhaustion. A future-proof business has simple systems that nurture leads, deliver value, and generate sales - even when you're offline. Automated emails, repurposed content, digital assets that sell - these are the quiet engines that keep your business moving while you take time off. 5. Diversify How People Find You Visibility should be layered, not linear. Don't rely on one discovery source. Blend search-based visibility (like blogs, YouTube, or podcasts) with connection-based growth (collaborations, interviews, and referrals). This approach creates stability and reach. When one source slows down, another keeps your business visible. 6. Multiply How You Monetise Your core transformation - the result your clients get - can take many forms: a course, a program, a workshop, or a digital product. Future-proofing means creating multiple ways to buy - all connected to the same message and expertise. That's how you build consistent revenue and long-term sustainability, without reinventing your business every few months. 7. Stay Adaptable - Inside and Out No system can replace the ability to stay calm and clear when things change. The entrepreneurs who last are the ones who can hold their nerve - they lead themselves first. That's why future-proofing isn't just about systems; it's about self-trust. The more grounded and adaptable you are, the more freedom your business gives you. 8. Keep Refining and Reinventing Finally, treat your business like a living thing - it grows, evolves, and occasionally needs pruning. Review your data. Listen to your clients. Refine your message. Adjust your strategy. Businesses that last don't cling to what used to work. They stay alert, curious, and willing to evolve. The Bottom Line A future-proof business is one that works even when you step away. It's powered by ownership, clarity, leverage, and adaptability. Because freedom isn't found in chasin...

As we navigate a world increasingly shaped by AI, it's easy to get lost in the technical details of prompts and automation. But what about the human side of the equation? If you're building a business based on your expertise, understanding how AI is rewiring our psychology and our customers' behaviour is critical. It changes how we build relationships, create content, and ultimately, how we monetise our knowledge.In this episode, I speak with Mark Schaefer about his latest book 'How AI Changes Your Customers: The Marketing Guide to Humanity's Next Chapter', which explores the profound psychological impact of AI on humanity and marketing. We moved beyond the usual talk of efficiency and productivity to discuss what it truly means to be human-centric in a world where AI can simulate empathy.Here are three key areas we explored:

We must be willing to accept that God will allow disruption in our lives to refine us with His Spirit.

If your marketing has ever flopped — your posts tanked, your ads stopped converting, or your workshop seats didn't fill — this episode is for you.   In this episode, Hannah Matheson, Marketing Director at Rehab Chiro, breaks down the exact framework our team uses when marketing stops working.   Instead of panicking, scrapping everything, or assuming you're “just bad at marketing,” you'll learn how to diagnose the real problem and fix it fast — using a simple three-step system that we use inside our own business.   Here's what you'll learn:   - The 3R Framework to get your marketing back on track: Reuse, Refresh, Refine. - Why “marketing is always a test” (and what that really means when results drop). - How to rebuild trust in your audience when engagement falls off. - The single biggest mistake most clinicians make when trying to fix their marketing.   Whether your ad performance has tanked or your content just isn't landing, this episode gives you a roadmap to figure out why — and get back to generating leads and new patients again.     If you've been listening for a while and getting value from the podcast — but haven't taken Chiro Biz 101 yet — now's your chance. Our clients are averaging 177% growth, and you can too.  

Are you a CNC shop owner or fabricator striving for more precision, greater output, and increased revenue? In this insightful episode of "Talkin' Shop with ShopSabre" [00:08], hosts Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters dive deep into the philosophy that mastery is built, not bought. This isn't about quick wins; it's about refining your craft and taking deliberate steps towards sustainable growth. Discover why investing in continuous improvement—from your people and processes to your products—is the cornerstone of long-term success. Many businesses make the mistake of believing that growth will happen automatically or that simply acquiring new equipment is enough. Brandon and Nick challenge this notion, emphasizing that even with the best machinery (like ShopSabre's advanced CNC routers, plasma cutters, and lasers), true potential is unlocked through discipline, repetition, and refinement [00:25]. Learn why shops that consistently grow are those that never stop learning, never stop improving, and never settle for "good enough." The discussion highlights the critical difference between being "good enough" and achieving true excellence, much like the commitment to quality seen in industry leaders [03:00]. The conversation extends to the importance of efficient processes and embracing technological advancements. Nick shares personal anecdotes about the challenges of working from home and the value of proper team collaboration, underscoring how clarity in purpose (the "why" behind tasks) empowers employees to contribute more effectively [08:00]. The episode also touches on practical business strategies, such as revisiting old designs and pricing structures to reflect true value and the continuous effort to deliver exceptional customer experiences [09:00]. Ultimately, this video encourages viewers to embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, prioritize consistent small improvements over flashy shortcuts, and leverage quality tools and support to refine their craft, leading to noticeable and lasting results. Check out all of our equipment at https://www.shopsabre.com/ Follow us for daily CNC content Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre Twitter/X: https://x.com/ShopSabreCNC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shopsabre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shopsabre-cnc/ Like and Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more CNC router and CNC plasma cutting machine tutorials, DIY project builds, and more. We feature cutting in different materials such as wood, plastic, aluminum, and other various steels. For over 20 years, ShopSabre CNC has provided businesses and hobbyists with the best CNC machines at the best value. By focusing on unbeatable customer service and high-quality products built in the USA, we've grown from a single machine built at home to one of the most trusted CNC machine manufacturers in the country. Since building our first machine two decades ago, we now have over 10,000 CNC routers, plasma, and laser engraving machines in a wide variety of industries in over 40 countries. Our success is a result of our commitment to developing a better way to build CNC machines and support our customers. ShopSabre CNC  www.ShopSabre.com 21673 Cedar Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044 800-493-6021

This in-person episode of the Wildly Wealthy Woman Podcast dives into the energetics of fall through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fascia, and nervous-system-friendly movement. Jackie is joined by healer Sheri—a seasoned RMT, yoga teacher, and creator of Facyin (fascia + yin)—who vulnerably shares her 2024 heart-health journey and what it taught her about the invisible weight of emotions. You'll learn why autumn (the Metal season) is the time to refine the “fruit” of summer into concentrated value, how lungs + large intestine govern this season, and practical ways to let go, grieve, and regain focus without pushing or hustling against your body's rhythm. Listen For Why fall is the season of distilling your efforts into what's truly valuable The difference between instinct (Po) and intuition (Shen)—and why instinct leads in autumn How grief shows up in the lungs (and a sound practice to release it) The role of the large intestine in letting go—physically and emotionally What Facyin is and why tending fascia frees flow, focus, and vitality A simple acupressure point to support grief release (LI-4, the “web” of your hand) Chapter Timestamps 00:00 Welcome & why seasonal energetics matter03:05 Meet Sheri: RMT, yoga teacher, creator of Facyin06:40 Sheri's 2024 heart-health story: shock, surrender & the weight of emotions14:45 Fascia 101: the body's sensory matrix & why fluidity = flow20:28 Aromatherapy kinesiology & moving from lower → higher vibration25:40 Five Elements 101: Yin/Yang & the five seasons (hello, Metal)29:10 Fall = Metal: distilling, purifying, and working with what's most valuable33:02 Instinct (Po) vs. Intuition (Shen): why instinct leads this season37:30 Lungs + Large Intestine: what they govern & how to support them41:05 Grief release: the “ssssss” lung sound practice (use audible → whisper → silent)44:18 Acupressure LI-4 (hand web) for moving grief + pairing with breath/sound47:55 Why pushing right now backfires (and what to do instead)51:10 Facyin: fascia + yin sequences for seasonal support54:20 Foods & gentle practices that nourish Metal season58:15 Final takeaways: relax to receive, move to metabolize emotion1:00:30 Where to find Sheri + how to join her classes Key Takeaways Autumn asks for refinement, not acceleration. Distill summer's effort into the few “gold” priorities that matter. The lung + large intestine pair rule this season: inhale the essential, exhale/release the rest. Grief is normal now. Let it move: breath, sound (“ssssss”), tears, and gentle movement are medicine. Try LI-4 acupressure (the thumb–index web) while breathing out “ssssss” to help grief move. Fascia work (rolling, melting, yin holds) restores fluidity so energy and emotion can flow. Ask weekly: What gets released? What stays? What is the purified “value” I'm building with now? Gentle Fall Practices (Try These) 3–5 minutes of the “ssssss” lung sound (audible → whisper → silent) once or twice daily LI-4 acupressure holds during exhale (30–60 seconds per hand) A short Facyin sequence (yin shapes that trace lung/large intestine lines + slow breath) Nourish with in-season foods (warm, mineral-rich, simple; think pears, ginger, congee/broths) One weekly refinement ritual: list everything you're doing → circle the “gold” → release the rest About Our Guest — Sheri Registered Massage Therapist (since 2003) specializing in fascia Yoga instructor & Role Model® Method practitioner Practitioner of Aromatherapy Kinesiology (Blossoming Heart) Creator of Facyin: a fascia-forward yin practice designed to move energy, metabolize emotion, and align with the seasons Heart-health survivor and advocate for emotion-informed healing Resources Mentioned Sheri's classes: Facyin at The Alchemy (Wednesdays 7pm) — drop-in or series (add booking link) Sheri's website: https://www.sweetlightmagik.com/ Follow @thejackiemcdonald for weekly tapping & seasonal practices Shareable Quotes “Fall is the season of taking the pure from the impure—refining your harvest into gold.” “When we don't move on purpose, energy stagnates. Gentle movement is how we metabolize emotion.” “You don't have to push right now. Refine, release, and receive.” “Grief in the lungs isn't a problem to fix—it's a wave to let move.” Loved this? Share with 3 friends who need a softer, smarter way to do fall. Want guided support? Join my weekly tapping & seasonal practices inside Wildly Wealthy Woman https://jackie-mcdonald.mykajabi.com/newsletter-sign-up If you're local, go experience Facyin with Sheri in person (booking link) — and get on the list for her online classes soon. Disclaimer: This episode shares educational and personal experiences. It is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding your health.

Hey Joy Seekers — welcome back to Find the Joy with Jenn! I'm so glad you're here with me today. Every week, I get to sit down with you and talk about how to find joy, peace, and healing — especially in life's hardest moments. Have you ever felt completely brought low — like life stripped away everything familiar? In this episode, Jenn shares what she learned from Doctrine and Covenants 112:3 about being abased, and how the Lord uses those humbling seasons to refine and rebuild us. If you're walking through divorce or heartbreak, this episode will remind you: being abased isn't punishment — it's preparation for something greater.

Your audience is always speaking. Are you listening closely enough? In this episode of Unjaded, Vickie Dickson shares real insights from her own post-launch exit survey for Content by Design, revealing what the data taught her about audience awareness, market positioning, and messaging clarity.You'll learn how to use exit surveys (or simple polls) to uncover what your audience truly needs, how to spot the gaps between where they are and where your offers meet them, and how to tweak your messaging without scrapping your entire strategy.If you've ever felt confused about why people aren't buying—or why they say they love your offer but still don't sign up—this episode will show you exactly how to find the answers hiding in plain sight.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why the data never lies—and how to use it to course-correct fastThe power of exit surveys and how to use them to refine your offersWhat to ask your audience after a launch to uncover real objectionsHow to identify the “gap” between your message and your marketWhat audience awareness levels mean for your copy and sales strategyHow to know when it's your positioning—not your offer—that's offWhy business is third line energy: you're meant to experiment, adjust, and evolveKey Takeaways:Ask, don't assume. Your audience will tell you exactly what's working (and what's not) if you give them the chance.Watch for patterns. The same phrases, objections, or hesitations reveal what you need to address in your content.Meet them where they are. If your message speaks to a level of awareness your audience hasn't reached yet, they'll tune out.Build a bridge. Sometimes the next best step is a smaller, clearer offer that helps people get ready for your main program.Refine, don't retreat. Every launch teaches you something—if you're willing to listen.Mentioned in This Episode:Designed to Profit — Vickie's community for building a sustainable, Human Design–aligned business.Content by Design — For entrepreneurs ready to master messaging through their Human Design.Episode with David Roman — Learn how to position your brand through your Human Design.Chelsea Brady — Website designer behind Vickie's new site.SpeakPipe Link — Send Vickie a voice note with your biggest takeaway from this episode.Rate & Review:If this episode helped you see your business in a new light, share it with a friend who's in the messy middle of entrepreneurship—and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more people find Unjaded and build businesses that actually feel good.

Meet Jen, our newest Black Iron coach. With 15+ years of experience in fitness and nutrition (and nearly a decade specializing in helping people heal their nutrition), Jen brings wisdom, warmth, and zero-BS accountability. Her motto is “Focus. Refine. Build.” — meaning sustainable progress > shortcuts. She's here to support you through the messy, beautiful process of getting stronger in your body, mindset, and life. Jen is currently taking on new clients. If you've been looking for a coach who balances structure, compassion, and realness… she might be the one!! Black Iron Nutrition Book a Free Discovery Call Free Macro Calculator Free Downloads Black Iron Blog Check Out Fe26 Strategy Session

The Story Behind the Bottle: Why Your Clinic's Origin Story Matters In this episode, Doc Danny Matta shares a powerful lesson about storytelling, sparked by a birthday gift—a 1985 bottle of wine with an incredible backstory. What started as a meaningful gesture turned into a masterclass on how stories give depth, emotion, and memorability to everything—from a bottle of wine to your physical therapy clinic. Quick Ask Help us reach our goal of adding $1B in cash-based services to the profession—share this episode with a clinician friend or post it on your Instagram stories and tag Danny. He'll reshare it! Episode Summary The Gift: Danny tracks down a rare 1985 bottle of wine as a 40th birthday gift—and discovers that the story behind it matters more than the wine itself. The Lesson: The story gives meaning. Without it, even something valuable loses its emotional connection and memorability. The Parallels: Your clinic is your “bottle of wine.” Patients remember stories—why you started, who you help, and what drives you. Sales takeaway: Facts tell, but stories sell. The human brain connects more deeply through narrative and emotion. Real-world example: A clinician with an ACL tear who now helps ACL patients isn't just selling rehab—she's sharing a relatable journey. How to Use This Lesson Craft your origin story: Write down what you do, who you help, and why you do it. Practice your story: Tell it naturally at workshops, networking events, or in your videos and social posts. Refine it fast: Use short “elevator pitch” versions for local groups or online intros. Be specific: Generic stories get forgotten. Details and personal experiences make you memorable. Share it everywhere: On your website, your Google listing, your email signature, and every patient interaction. Mindset & Application Without story, there's no stickiness: People remember emotion, not bullet points. Context multiplies impact: A great gift or clinic means more when people understand the meaning behind it. Social proof amplifies belief: Just like the wine connoisseur validated Danny's gift, testimonials validate your service. Repetition builds clarity: The more you share your story, the more confident and authentic it becomes. Notable Quotes “You may have an awesome bottle of wine, but if people don't know the story behind it, it doesn't hit the same way.” “Your clinic is your bottle of wine—your story makes it memorable.” “Facts tell. Stories sell.” Action Items Write your origin story: What you do, who you help, and why you do it. Practice telling it to patients, referral partners, and community contacts. Add your story to your website's About section and intro videos. Share a short version at your next local event or online post. Programs Mentioned PT Biz Part-Time to Full-Time 5-Day Challenge (Free): Clarify your numbers, choose your best path to full-time, and build your one-page business plan. Resources & Links PT Biz Website Free 5-Day PT Biz Challenge About the Host: Doc Danny Matta—physical therapist, entrepreneur, and founder of PT Biz and Athlete's Potential. He's helped over 1,000 clinicians start, grow, and scale successful cash-based practices across the U.S.

The road to mastery is paved with small improvements every day.Communicating can feel daunting at times. What does it take to find your voice in the moments that matter most? As Chiney Ogwumike says, “There is freedom on the other side of your fear.”As a professional basketball player, NBA and WNBA analyst for ESPN, and advocate for gender equality in sports, Ogwumike faces many situations where communication is critical. For her, achieving confidence in communication is the same as honing any other skill—embracing failure and refinement through repetition. “The best things in life are things you work out over long periods of time,” she says. “Great people, great communicators, anyone that's working at something, show up each and every day and just chip away, chip away, chip away, until they turn that weakness into a strength.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Ogwumike and host Matt Abrahams discuss how practice and preparation can equip us for better communication, transforming fear into confidence, perfectionism into authenticity, and weakness into strength.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Chiney OgwumikeEp.166 Why Relying on Talent Alone Will Fail You Ep.153 Listen Up, Leaders: A Record-Setting Coach's Guide to Communication 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 (02:20) - Communication on the Court (04:02) - Performing Under Pressure (06:11) - Lessons from Great Coaches (08:21) - Embracing Imperfection and Authenticity (11:43) - Strategies for Effective On-Air Communication (16:16) - The Final Three Questions (19:09) - 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.Strawberry.me. Get $50 off coaching today at Strawberry.me/smart

As we roll into the final quarter of the year, Stacey brings a grounding reminder: it’s not about chasing perfection—it’s about finishing with purpose. In this episode, she invites you to pause, reflect, and ask: What’s working? What’s not? And what are you absolutely not carrying into next year? You’ll learn: ✨ How to review your 2025 priorities with clarity and honesty✨ What to discard so you don’t end the year like a “dirty, wrung-out dishrag” (yes, that phrase is back—and it hits hard)✨ Stacey’s real-life boundary battles (and what she’s doing differently this time)✨ Simple ways to recalibrate your time, money, and energy before the year wraps up Whether it’s overcommitted calendars, out-of-control subscriptions, or sneaky habits that keep your laptop open at 10pm—this is your permission slip to hit reset before the year ends.

This episode is a raw, funny, and inspiring conversation about what it really takes for women to reclaim their sense of self — in their health, their beauty, and their everyday choices. Jamie, an in-demand esthetician and unapologetic truth-teller, shares her personal journey from burnout and self-neglect to strength, confidence, and deep authenticity.   We unpack why so many women feel guilty about investing in themselves, how judgment often reflects our own unfulfilled needs, and why aging is a privilege — not something to fight against. You'll hear the moment a blunt physio changed the course of Jamie's health, how she built the discipline that transformed her body and mind, and why she believes every woman can (and must) make time for what matters most.   What You'll Learn in This Episode:  - Why self-care guilt runs so deep — and how to dismantle it.  - The hidden mental load of “who do I have to be today?”  - How to spot when judgment is really about you.  - Jamie's empowering take on beauty, aging, and authenticity.  - The real story behind her year-long health and fitness transformation.  - Practical mindset shifts to help you prioritize your well-being without apology.   Why Listen: If you've ever felt torn between showing up for everyone else and taking care of yourself, this conversation will feel like a permission slip you didn't know you needed. Jamie's candor, humor, and hard-earned wisdom will leave you inspired to drop the guilt, own your choices, and unapologetically do what makes you feel your best — inside and out.   Resources & Links WOMAN UP tickets & details: womanupuxbridge.com Follow Jamie: https://www.instagram.com/jamie.your.aesthetician Follow Leigha: www.instagram.com/drleighasaundersnd

Most podcast pitches get ignored, and it's not because the guest isn't impressive. It's because the pitch isn't. Thankfully, getting your podcast guest pitch right is simple! In this episode, Alice Draper shares exactly what makes a podcast host say yes, from personalized openers to story-driven hooks and value-packed talking points. Get ready to fix your pitch, stand out in any inbox, and get booked on more podcasts you want to be on!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/352Chapters00:00 The Art of Podcast Guest Pitches02:53 Crafting a Compelling Pitch06:09 The Importance of Personalization09:00 Creating Value-Driven Speaking Points11:50 Demonstrating Credibility in Your Pitch15:10 Final Tips for Successful PitchesTakeawaysPodcast hosts do not ignore pitches because the guest isn't interesting.The key to a successful pitch is personalization and storytelling.Avoid generic pitches; they are easily ignored.Lead with a strong narrative hook to capture attention.Adding timeliness to your pitch can enhance its relevance.Hosts want to know what value the audience will gain from the episode.Specific speaking points increase the likelihood of a positive response.Demonstrate your credibility with a concise bio and relevant links.Make it easy for hosts to say yes to your pitch.Refine your pitch by asking critical questions before sending it out.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/352

If you've tried everything to get pregnant—tracked ovulation, changed your diet, taken the supplements, followed the protocols—but your heart still feels heavy, this episode is for you.

You've done the inner work. You've cultivated deep wisdom, self-awareness, and intuition - but something still feels like it's holding you back from the next level of abundance. In this episode, Nichole reveals the unseen block that keeps even the most intuitive and spiritually devoted women from expanding into their full potential. This conversation will open your eyes to how this one subtle belief keeps powerful women looping in familiar cycles - and how your quantum leap is often waiting on the other side of releasing it. If you feel the evolution underway and know it's not about another strategy ~ it's about refining your inner world ~ Nichole has opened two private spaces for The Radical Shift 4-Week Intensive this month.  It's a high-impact, 1:1 experience specifically geared towards Spiritual Women in Business (like you!) aligning with your quantum leap now.  ✨Email Nichole at Nichole@nicholesylvester with “Radical Shift” in the subject line to get all the details now. Refine your Spiritual Business offers, elevate your money mindset and manifest more clients this month with my Spiritual & Practical workbook for Manifesting Your $10K Month, START NOW for only $19.97 

“Refine your game and make sure you know what you want going forward.” – Nadja Sayej Today's featured author is a celebrity interviewer, consultant, photographer, media consultant, Forbes fashion contributor, and the founder of ArtStars Agency, Nadja Sayej. Nadja and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, practical advice for creative professionals, navigating the challenges of the art and media worlds, and more!!Key Things You'll Learn:Nadja's journey from academic art criticism to pop culture journalism and the realities of the art worldHer 3 keys to being a good interviewerThe advantages of self-publishing and maintaining creative control as an authorWhy intuition and adaptability are necessary for achieving success in creative fieldsNadja's Site: https://nadjasayej.com/Nadja's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07NC8NXD9/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 433 – Ticking Clock: Behind the Scenes at 60 Minutes with Ira Rosen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-433-ticking-clock-behind-the-scenes-at-60-minutes-with-ira-rosen/Ep. 332 – “Her Perfect Life” with Hank Phillippi Ryan (@HankPRyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-332-her-perfect-life-with-hank-phillippi-ryan-hankpryan/Ep. 362 – “Constant Comedy” with Art Bell (@ArtBellwriter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-362-constant-comedy-with-art-bell-artbellwriter/Ep. 967 – Life Lessons from a Jill of All Trades with Kristin Massey (@TheJOATbook): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-967-life-lessons-from-a-jill-of-all-trades-with-kristin-massey-thejoatbook/Ep. 777 – Attract & Manifest Good Luck with Victoria Marie Gallagher (@LOAHypnotist): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-777-attract-manifest-good-luck-with-victoria-marie-gallagher-loahypnotist/273 – “Rewiring Your Brain For Manifestation Success” with Bob Doyle (@bobdoyle): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/273-rewiring-your-brain-for-manifestation-success-with-bob-doyle-bobdoyle/Ep. 877 – Full of Heart with J.R. Martinez (@iamjrmartinez): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-877-full-of-heart-with-jr-martinez-iamjrmartinez/Ep. 810 – You Are Worthy with Katherine Norland (@katnorland): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-810-you-are-worthy-with-katherine-norland-katnorland/Ep. 960 – The Power of the Actor with Ivana Chubbuck (@ivanachubbuck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-960-the-power-of-the-actor-with-ivana-chubbuck-ivanachubbuck/173 - "The God Groove" with David Ritz (@davidritz): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/173-the-god-groove-with-david-ritz-davidritz/Ep. 397 – “Make Your Own Break” with Jennifer Lieberman (@iamjenlieberman): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-397-make-your-own-break/Ep. 382 – “Coming Out as Yourself” with Stephanie Lavigne (@stephlavigne): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-382-coming-out/Ep. 499 – Take Center Stage with Janelle Anderson: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-499-take-center-stage-with-janelle-anderson/Ep. 705 – “Love is Not Pie” with Katherine Lazaruk (@katherinelzrk): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-705-love-is-not-pie-with-katherine-lazaruk-katherinelzrk/

Roger Knecht and Nine-Two Media founder James Donovan discuss powerful marketing strategies for accounting firms, from optimizing online visibility with SEO and Google Business Profiles to positioning yourself as an authority, on the latest episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm. Join us to learn practical steps to attract clients, improve sales conversations, and scale your business beyond referrals, all while maintaining a flexible lifestyle. In This Episode: 00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction 02:08 The Importance of Writing a Book 04:53 Transitioning to Outsourced Marketing 07:07 Unlocking SEO for Your Firm 11:10 Leveraging Google Business Listings 14:47 Consistency of Information 17:46 Local Service Ads and Content 21:46 Positioning as an Authority 27:27 Leveraging LinkedIn for Growth 30:10 Marketing and Sales Struggles 33:04 Value of Mastermind Groups 36:40 Living and Working Remotely 38:41 Key Takeaways and Final Advice 43:20 Outro and Resources Key Takeaways: Establish authority and increase trust by publishing a book and consistently providing valuable content. Optimize your online presence with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and a complete Google Business Profile to be found by prospective clients. Leverage Local Service Ads for highly qualified, pay-per-call leads, especially in less competitive accounting markets. Refine your sales approach by asking discovery questions, focusing on client outcomes rather than technical processes. Join a mastermind group to gain mentorship, avoid common business pitfalls, and contribute to a supportive community. Featured Quotes: “If this is how good their free stuff is, what is their paid stuff going to look like?” — James Donovan “You want to speak of the what's and the whys and have them pay you for the how.” — Roger Knecht “You get to determine the narrative of your message.” — James Donovan Behind the Story: This episode delves into the practical side of marketing for accounting firms, moving beyond the traditional reliance on referrals. Donovan, an expert in helping accountants attract their ideal clients, shares insights from his newly published book, “Book Solid.”  Conclusion: Thank you for joining us for another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Roger Knecht. For more information on how you can establish your own accounting firm and take control of your time and income, call 435-344-2060 or schedule an appointment to connect with Roger's team here. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth.   Offers: Our offer is as follows: Helping firms offering Fractional CFO/Tax Plans generate exclusive leads & qualify those leads for quality appointments. 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This book will teach you everything you need to become a turnaround expert for small businesses. “in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable” – Nine Principles to Make Your Business Profitable – Discover what you need to know to run the premier accounting firm and get paid what you are worth in this book, by the same author as Red to Black – CPA Allen B. Bostrom. Bostrom teaches the three major functions of business (marketing, production and accounting) as well as strategies for maximizing profitability for your clients by creating actionable plans to implement the nine principles. “Your Strategic Accountant” - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services you should offer as you run your business. help your clients understand which numbers they need to know to make more informed business decisions. “Your Profit & Growth Expert” - Your business is an asset. You should know its value and understand how to maximize it. Beginning with the end in mind helps you work ON your business to build a company you can leave so that it can continue to exist in your absence or build wealth as you retire and enjoy the time, freedom, and life you want and deserve. Learn what it is you can do to become an author, leveraging your expertise to market your services effectively and get the clients you deserve.  This is a webinar you don't want to miss.  Learn from Mike Capuzzi what a Shook is and how you can use it to position yourself as the Premier Accounting Firm in your area.  This is a must-see presentation so get ready to take some great notes.   In addition to becoming an author, see what you can do to follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals.  After more than 40 years we've identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share.  Check it out and see what you can do to be in business for yourself but not by yourself with Universal Accounting Center.   It's here you can become a:   Professional Bookkeeper, PB Professional Tax Preparer, PTP Profit & Growth Expert, PGE   Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community.  Stay up-to-date on current topics and trends and see what you can do to also give back, participating in relevant conversations as they relate to offering quality accounting services and building your bookkeeping, accounting & tax business.   The Accounting & Bookkeeping Tips Facebook Group The Universal Accounting Fanpage Topical Newsletters: Universal Accounting Success The Universal Newsletter   Lastly, get your Business Score to see what you can do to work ON your business and have the Premier Accounting Firm. Join over 70,000 business owners and get your score on the 8 Factors That Drive Your Company's Value.   For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE!   Be sure to join us for GrowCon, the LIVE event for accounting professionals to work ON their business. This is a conference you don't want to miss.   Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe.   Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have.  We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback   For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your accounting, bookkeeping & tax business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 8012653777  

In this episode of Build for the Edge, host Kehla G shares a powerful Instagram Live where she addresses the unspoken questions entrepreneurs have about using ChatGPT. Many spiritual entrepreneurs and coaches feel overwhelmed by AI, unsure how to keep their unique voice intact, and frustrated with content that piles up without getting used. Kehla breaks down the four biggest struggles business owners face when working with ChatGPT: ✨ Finding their authentic voice without sounding robotic ⚡ Avoiding overwhelm from endless drafts and ideas

What are you ready to let go of? Autumn is nature's reminder to refine and simplify.In this episode, podcast host Elizabeth Mintun talks about how fall is a season of transition - a time when nature contracts, leaves fall, and we're invited to distill what is truly essential. In Chinese medicine and Qigong, Fall corresponds with the Metal element, connected to clarity, refinement, and the wisdom of letting go.Elizabeth delves into how autumn and the Metal element of Ancient Chinese Medicine can guide you through letting go with grace. She shares how the Metal element shows up in our bodies, emotions, and daily lives, and offers simple, practical ways to honor this season. Key TakeawaysGrief is the primary emotion of the Metal element in Ancient Chinese Medicine; honoring grief can open space for clarity and new beginnings.Research shows that breathwork stimulates the vagus nerve and mindful breathing builds resilience.Mindful decluttering, rituals for release, and reflective journaling are all wonderful activities to gain clarity to honor what truly matters in this season of letting go.Resources Podcast Episode The Empty Space: Grieving What Could Have Been: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-calming-ground-podcast/id1704337948?i=1000696134741Learn more about 1:1 Coaching with Elizabeth Mintun here. Contact Elizabeth: elizabethmintun@thecalmingground.comSubscribe to The Calming Ground Podcast so you never miss an episode. If you loved this conversation, please share it with a friend!

Simplicity scales. In this episode of Build for the Edge, Kehla G pulls back the curtain on why refinement—not adding more—is the true key to scaling your business with alignment. You'll hear how to cut through the noise, simplify your offers, and streamline your systems so your brand becomes simple, repeatable, and profitable. Drawing from her own journey with Signature Program by Design—a nearly multi–six-figure program built by ruthless refinement—Kehla breaks down the common traps entrepreneurs fall into when they confuse complexity with growth. She shows how to use Human Design, Gene Keys, and ChatGPT to refine your messaging, tighten delivery, and increase conversions without burning out or constantly reinventing the wheel. If you're ready to stop spinning and start compounding results, this conversation is your permission slip to do a ruthless fall clean-up, simplify your strategy, and make refinement your superpower. Resources & Next Steps: ✨ Built for Speed Masterclass (Live Sept 22nd @ 9am PST + replay) – Learn to scale with ChatGPT, Human Design & Gene Keys ✨ Refine by Design (Doors open Sept 22–30th; $100 off until Sept 23rd @ 11:59pm PST) – Live workshops in October + Q&A to refine your offers, messaging, onboarding/off boarding, marketing & launches Check out Kehla's website Grab Kehla's Complimentary Resources Follow Kehla on IG

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Clay is a frequent EOFire guest, former United States Small Business Administration Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner, author, a master of scale, and business growth coach. Stephanie is a long-time EOFire listener who Clay has helped to grow her business by 1,462 percent. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The quality of the team you have is the quality of the dream you get to live. 2. Act. Measure. Refine. 3. You have to simultaneously learn and apply. Be hopeful, yet realistic. Dream while measuring. Schedule your free 13-point assessment with Clay - Thrive Time Show Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Thrivetime Show - Attend the world's highest rated business growth workshop taught personally by Clay Clark and featuring Football Star and Entrepreneur, Tim Tebow and President Trump's Son Eric Trump at ThrivetimeShow.com/eofire.

What makes a podcast truly discoverable, and how do you uncover the “throughline” that keeps listeners coming back?In this episode, we're joined by Ben Hickman, host of the Reflective Rebels Podcast. Ben shares his vision for capturing extraordinary stories from ordinary people, and the challenges he's facing around podcast identity, discoverability, and staying true to his mission.Together, they explore:Why a clear throughline is vital for long-term growthHow to refine your avatar so your show speaks directly to your ideal listenerThe power of episode titles, format tweaks, and reflective content between interviewsPractical branding and website tips to make your podcast more findableBalancing passion projects with sustainable momentum

How do you prevent the fabulous online business ideas in your head from being stolen?If you are an aspiring entrepreneur who thinks that your best ideas have already been 'taken' by others, this episode is for you. Case discusses how you cannot patent ideas in your head, you have to put them to use in the global marketplace. And when you do, you'll realize no one stole any ideas from you, because you have no competition. Your unique perspective and singular approach towards any idea are the factors that make the difference for your dream customers. But they will never know about you or what you have to offer unless you deliver your product or service directly to them.  Your Action Plan:FirstStop believing your ideas were stolen. Ownership is claimed in the global marketplace.Stop waiting for perfect conditions. Overcome your fear and move forwardStop protecting a dream you never acted on. Take action now. NowWrite down your online business idea. Create an outline of what it looks likeStart building your online business. Build a sample version of your product to be marketed through a landing pageStart testing your idea directly in the global marketplace. Deliver your product to a stranger…anyone. Start sharing with the people who are looking for solutions – for your dream community. Get feedback.Start executing by making your action plan happen. Refine and repeat your sample and testing until the feedback tells you to scale.To have a comfortable life in our global, advanced tech society, you have to create value.  To have the career, finances and lifestyle you desire, you have to be on a proven path that has delivered in good times and bad.  That path is entrepreneurship. And online entrepreneurship is the fast track for aspiring entrepreneurs.Learn the skills, access the resources and be inspired to live the life of your dreams right here on the Ready Entrepreneur podcastTo find more resources, strategies and ideas for aspiring entrepreneurs visit the Ready Entrepreneur website: https://www.readyentrepreneur.com/To download a free guide for Preparing to Become an Online Entrepreneur, click here:  https://www.readyentrepreneur.com/start/You can get an exclusive discount on the ebook and audiobook version of Recast: The Aspiring Entrepreneur's Practical Guide to Getting Started with an Online Business click here: https://www.caselane.net/recastConnect with CaseFacebook: @readyentrepreneurHQ Instagram: @readyentrepreneur Twitter X: @caselaneworld Pinterest @caselane 

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Episode #221 As September rolls in, Terri and Heather invite you to embrace a “back-to-school” mindset—because it's the perfect season for fresh starts.  In this week's episode, they share practical strategies to recommit to your weight-loss and health journey, fine-tune what's working, and leave behind what isn't. Whether you've hit a plateau or just need a renewed sense of motivation, this episode will help you step into fall with clarity, confidence, and a plan that feels doable.   Terri's new coaching program, Beyond Knowing: Living Your Transformation, starts September 16th. Places are limited to 25, so make sure to secure your place today. https://www.thefastingmethod.com/beyond-knowing-living-your-transformation/   Transcripts of all episodes are available on the Podcast page at www.thefastingmethod.com Please Submit Your Questions for the Q&A episodes here: https://bit.ly/TFMPodcastQs   Explore the TFM Community with a 7-Day FREE TRIAL https://www.thefastingmethod.com/community/   Book a complimentary 15-minute coaching intake assessment with one of the TFM coaches https://www.thefastingmethod.com/coaching/   Connect With Us Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fastingmethod/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheFastingMethod Join our FREE Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/TFMNetwork   Summary Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:30 September as a fresh start, like the new school year 05:26 We are works in progress 07:00 Breaking your goal up into manageable chunks 12:39 Promotion - Beyond Knowing: Living Your Transformation 13:53 Two biggest reasons for failure to reach goals 15:28 Start with a base level of skills and build from there 19:14 September - recommit, audit, and refine 20:46 Pace and keeping records 25:18 Commit to consistency 31:44 Progress not perfection   Disclaimer This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. You should always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before doing any fasting, changing your diet, taking or adjusting any medication or supplements, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. The use of any other products or services purchased by you as a result of this podcast does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship between you and any of the experts affiliated with this podcast. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

AI is transforming education, but I believe strong prompts are the key to unlocking its potential. In this episode, I share the REFINE acronym I developed to give educators a structured approach to writing effective AI prompts. I walk through each step—assigning AI a role, setting clear expectations, framing the context, specifying inclusions, defining nuance, and evaluating outputs—to show how this process keeps teachers in the driver's seat. Whether you're designing lessons, assessments, or scaffolds, REFINE can help you create more effective, inclusive, and responsive learning experiences with AI. Related blog: https://catlintucker.com/2025/08/refine-ai-prompting/

In this episode, I talk about why divine partnership isn't about rescue, but refinement, how love mirrors your healing, not just your highlights, the difference between codependency and covenant, why true partnership sharpens you into purpose. and more.CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Workshops — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Preparation Isn't About Trying to Force the Outcome; It's About Getting Your Life Aligned For the PromiseApple: https://apple.co/3HFjtotSpotify: https://bit.ly/45G5gzM

Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified! I hope your school year is off to a wonderful start. Today I'm excited to bring you a very special guest, Joyce Harduvel. Joyce is a passionate advocate for youth and the school counselors and social workers that support them. She worked in Chicago Public Schools for seven years where she specialized in evidence-based and trauma-informed behavior intervention for students with chronic challenging behaviors. Joyce is an advocate for proactive professional self care that allows school-based professionals to build that sustainable careers of their dreams so that they can do what is really important: support their students! She now works with school counselors and social workers as a coach and clinical supervisor while pursuing a law degree to further her skills in championing youth. In this episode, Joyce shares her expertise on how to create positive change for students by using data. She breaks down practical steps you can take to make data meaningful and actionable in your counseling practice. Here's what you'll learn in this episode: 1. Assessing the Situation Avoid going in with predetermined views. Begin with a holistic assessment that provides a well-rounded perspective of where a student is at. Gather information from multiple sources: families, teachers, and the students themselves. Use observations, records, and assessments to inform your starting point. 2. Developing Goals and Tracking Data Identify a lagging social-emotional skill and create a targeted goal. Explore resources like CASEL, which breaks SEL skills into five domains and offers free research and tools. Start small—choose one specific area to focus on. Establish a baseline using student records (assignments, attendance, GPA, behavior data). Incorporate tracking methods such as antecedent-behavior forms, duration or interval data, mood tracking, or SEL pre/post tests. Refine your goal to ensure it is SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound). Break goals into smaller benchmarks for clarity and progress monitoring. 3. Using Data to Drive Interventions Collect ongoing data through screeners, classroom input, or case notes. Remember—the point of collecting data is to actually use it. If progress isn't happening, adjust your goals and strategies. Use data to guide your interventions, advocate for student needs, and identify trends that may inform Tier 1 or Tier 2 supports. Most importantly, use data to celebrate student growth and successes along the way. This episode is packed with practical strategies to help you see data not as a burden, but as a powerful tool to create meaningful, positive change for your students.   Resources Mentioned: Join IMPACT CASEL  Woodcock-Johnson Testing   Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube Connect with Joyce: www.joyce-lcsw.com Instagram  More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!  

In this episode, we discuss how to make your brand work for you, emphasizing the importance of refining your personal brand to reclaim time and attract ideal clients. You'll hear three key steps: conducting a brand audit, simplifying content strategy, and automating client attraction. By aligning your brand with your current goals and leveraging existing content, you can save time and focus on what truly matters in your business and personal life.   Chapters 00:26 Refining Your Brand for Time Management 01:48 Conducting a Brand Audit 02:35 Creating Efficient Content Strategies 03:57 Automating Client Attraction with Your Brand 05:17 Recap and Call to Action

In today's episode, supported by Autolus, we spoke with Aaron Logan, MD, PhD, and Bijal Shah, MD, MS, about the evolving use of obecabtagene autoleucel (obe-cel; Aucatzyl) in the relapsed/refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) treatment paradigm. Dr Logan is an associate professor of clinical medicine in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, as well as a member of the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr Shah is an associate member in the Department of Malignant Hematology at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida.  In our conversation, Drs Logan and Shah discussed where obe-cel currently fits into the B-ALL treatment paradigm, how the use of this agent might expand going forward, and what the future looks like for the broader CAR T-cell therapy development field in ALL. 

In this episode, I chat with the incredible Coach Jayme, a rock star who's kicking ass and taking names in the mindset coaching world. We're diving deep into what it takes to stay motivated, overcome negative thought patterns, and achieve true success in note investing and beyond.The Truth About Hustle: We kick things off with a dose of reality: are you living your best life, or just chasing the next high?The School of Hard Knocks: Coach Jayme shares her diverse background and how it shaped her passion for helping high performers.The Brain as a Muscle: Learn how to train your brain for resilience, efficiency, and putting time under tension.The 3 R's of Mindset: Coach Jayme breaks down her signature framework: Reflection, Refine, and Rig.Navigating Negative Nancy's: We tackle the doom and gloom of the news and how to protect your mindset from negativity.Boundaries That Rock: Discover the key to setting healthy boundaries and saying no to what doesn't serve you.Re-wiring Thought Patterns: We explore techniques for breaking down limiting beliefs and reprogramming your mind for success.From Quote Master to Prison Ministry: Coach Jayme shares her passion for serving others and the importance of giving back.Every Behavior Has a Backstory: We emphasize the need for compassion and understanding in a divisive world.The Power of Faith: We discuss the role of faith (or lack thereof) in guiding high performers.The Accountability Factor: We dig into the importance of personal accountability and taking ownership of your decisions.So, there you have it, folks! Another mind-blowing episode packed with insights, wisdom, and a whole lotta honesty. Remember, mindset is everything, so train your brain, set your boundaries, and go out there and crush it! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share the love, and check out weclosednotes.com for all your note investing needs! Peace out!Connect with Coach Jayme HERE!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes PinterestBook a call with Scott today at HTTP://TalkWithScottCarson.com to see if 1:1 Note Coaching is right for you!

High-performing practices don't happen by accident, and in this episode, Kiera shares the steps that the most successful practices put in place to get there.  Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: Kiera Dent (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and I hope today is just an incredible day for you. I hope you guys are ready to be on the podcast, whether you're driving, listening to us as a team meeting, going to work, going for a run, going on a hike, driving in the car, whatever it is. I hope today is just an incredible day and I hope you remember dentistry really is the greatest place for us to be. I'm so excited to podcast. I'm your host Kiera Dett and truly I'm excited to help you make dentistry more fun, to make your day more fun.   because we have done over a thousand episodes. So if there's ever anything you're struggling with in your practice, be sure to head on over to TheDentalATeam.com click on our podcast tab and make sure that you download whatever podcast it is. Like you can type in case acceptance or overhead or PNL or staffing or hiring or hygiene. And every single episode we have ever done in the archive of the thousands, literally of episodes we have done, they're there for you.   And I just want to say thanks. Thanks for hanging out with us. Thanks for being part of our Dental A Team podcast family. If this podcast is serving you, if it's helped you, if this made you laugh, if it made your practice better, be sure to leave us a review and share this in groups. Honestly, our mission is to positively impact the world of dentistry in the greatest way possible and get this podcast into the hands of every single dental office out there. So share and hey, let's have a great day today because I wanted to go through three systems that every productive practice has in place. And honestly, a lot of practices don't have them.   This is something where like these high-performing practices, they don't just happen by accident. They run on systems and most practices are missing these top three. Like truly I've walked into hundreds and thousands of offices and I'm shocked that they don't have these three simple easy ones in place for them. ⁓ These right systems are going to help drive consistency, reduce your stress, increase your profitability and they're very, very easy for practices to implement. Now, just because something's easy doesn't mean that practices...   actually do it. So I want you to be part of the elite. You're part of Dental A Team. Why not tell you the best of the best of the best? I mean, why not? Like you're here, you're listening. Let's make your time effort energies worth it. I'm on board. Are you on board? Cause I think it'd be great. guys Dental A Team was truly created for you. We are obsessed with building smart, scalable practices and systems to help you have the life that you want to live. We want to make teams and practices happier. We want to make patient experience happier. And this is something where we don't want you working harder.   One of our top core values in the Dental A Team is ease. We want everything to be easy. As team members ourselves, we don't want to put hard things into place for teams. We don't want doctors to be working late nights and not spending time with their families. We want you to be profitable, happy, successful with ease. So the first system that I found that we've talked about many times, and I'll just go to a high level today because there are deeper podcasts on it, but to kind of break this down into the three simple, sexy systems that are not so sexy, but they really truly will help you drive.   profit, efficiency, happiness. And the number one, da-da-da-da, I hope you're ready for it, is block scheduling. Like yes, block scheduling, it's crazy. ⁓ Literate people reach out to us just to help them with block scheduling. And I am shocked because block scheduling is something where you literally can put it together in such high value ease. ⁓ I'm obsessed, we do have a block schedule template that we work with our practices. And it's one of those things where we keep making it like,   more and more and more and more and more because we realize there's easier things to do on it. But just as a quick sample, I really, really, really love helping offices make this so fun. Like, let's make it easy for you. Let's make this exciting for you. So I'm actually going to do a share screen. So if you guys are watching, amazing, hey, welcome, I'm super happy. And if you're not, that's okay. What we're going to do is I'll walk you through it as well. So if you're listening, driving the car,   but I will also try to share this with you. So on here, what I've done is we have actually created these boxes for you to fill in, okay? So we fill in all the green boxes and on the left-hand side, what I have is basically all of your procedures in the practice, what they are, how much time it's going to take you and how much it's going to cost you on average. Now we want time, if crown prep and buildup, how much time is that going to take you? Well, fantastic, it's gonna be an hour and a half. Awesome, put that in.   How much is the cost approximately? Don't go for your highest fee and don't go for your lowest fee. We wanna go right in that like sweet spot, middle spot. And then what about what providers? Cause some providers do procedures and others don't. So put that in there. We also wanna look for our new patients, our SRPs, how many perio maintenance as we have active patients over the last 18 months and 12 months to make sure we have enough blocks for that. We wanna go through our current hygiene spaces and our weekly availability.   I want to look back at last year and see how many pro fees we did, how many SRPs, how many periomaintenances would be needed based on that. And then any specialty procedures we've got, then we look at how many hygiene hours we're going to need for new patients, how many SRPs, how many hour pro fees, how many periomaintenances, and then our goals if we want any of those specialties. So that's like master sheet number one. Then we move into Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. This is awesome. You actually start to look, you know, every single week I need X number of new patient spots, X number of SRP spots.   X number of procedures. And what I love to do is at the top of this ⁓ Excel spreadsheet that I'll show you, I actually put dollar amounts for how much each hygiene group be producing, how much our assistant only columns are, and how much our doctor columns are. So when we look at that, it will actually give us a total production based on how much that procedure should cost us. Now, of course I could have an endo here, but I also could have a couple crowns there. So it's just a dollar amount approximately what I'm trying to do. And then what was really amazing is we'll get to a grand total page.   tab that will tell us what does our weekly total equal. Then we do a monthly total based on four weeks, it's gonna break it down. So in this practice example, their weekly total is about 94,000. That means their monthly total is about 379, giving them an annual total of 4.5. What's wild on this is this is a real practice. These are real offices doing this. And what's insane is this practices are usually doing like three or four million and we're able to then add 500,000 or like 300,000 or an extra million.   just through great block scheduling. It's wild. It truly is something where they get out on time, they have less stress. We guide patients to the appointments. And this is where I obsess about showing all of you how to do block scheduling. It is literally a super easy, sexy, simple system that takes a little bit of planning, a little bit of prep work, but then you execute on it. And if you don't have one in place, this is something where you have got to get it in place. You've got to guide your patients where you want them to go. And like I said, this is one of the top three systems that   the productive practices are using, whereas the not so productive practices are not using it. People are like, it's too hard, Kara. Well, if it's too hard, reach out. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. We literally work with offices. We put these into place. We bring in hundreds of thousands of dollars. So when people are curious about consulting ROI, I'm like, listen, I can easily go into your schedule. We can add hundreds of thousands of dollars with no extra effort on your part, just utilizing your schedule better. It's kind of like people when it's like, gosh, like that person can just get so much done in their day.   Well, it's the same thing with your schedule at your office. You can get so much more done in a day when you're just more effective, more efficient with your scheduling. So this is the framework that protects production in your practice. So audit your schedule, get block schedules in place. And if you are struggling with or heard this a million times, reach out, Hello@TheDentalATeam.com, book a complimentary practice assessment. We'll show you blind spots. We'll give you free tips.   We will literally help you whether you work with us or not. So there's really no cost to you, no effort other than you swallowing your you know and booking the call and saying like, hey, I've tried, I need help. And even if you can do it, what's your time worth to you? Doctors, you're producing five, six, $700 an hour. Well, think about it. If you can outsource that to a consultant, hashtag the Dental A Team, think of the ROI of your time. And I actually think it's a better use of your time to go produce.   and let us help your team put this into place. All right, system number two is my favorite thing, excellent handoffs. Excellent handoffs that are going to boost and increase your case acceptance. And we call that our sexy NDTR handoff. This is wild. I tell offices about it. They hear it on the podcast and they still don't use it. And I'm like, why? This is our 50 % to 100 % case acceptance. It literally does not need to be hard. It's how you're able to add same day treatment. It's how you're able to have better scheduling. It's how you're able to perfect your handoff.   from every single team member and that's to literally at the end of every exam, every appointment, tell them next visit, date to return, time needed for that appointment and is there re-care scheduled? NDTR, it's the magic formula. It literally boosts your case acceptance. It is not hard, it is simple to do. The only thing that's annoying about it is you have to remember to say it at the end of your procedure. But we've even made that easier and we throw it on your route slips. We put it on your computer, we put it in your exam notes. So you should not be forgetting and every team member should be prompting you for it.   I promise you, if you will just put this one system into place, you will see massive growth all the time when people are interviewing us to see if they want to work with us and we're interviewing them to see if they'd be a great client. I literally am never afraid when people are like, Kiera, can you cover your ROI? Like what's the ROI? And I'm like, well, on average we have it, started it out. Most of our practices within their first three months are seeing a 30 % increase in production just across the board. Okay. So now there's some that are 10%. There's some that are 50%.   all across, like on average of hundreds of offices, they're seeing a boost of 30%. Well, let's just say you are a million dollar practice today. That's an extra $300,000. We are not even like, are barely, you're like a 10X of what you're paying us versus what you're getting. And that to me is something that's so insanely valuable is you need to make sure that you're adding your consultant in who can add these results for you. And we do it through non-sexy ways. Like, hey, let me give you an awesome handoff to say at the end of the procedure that's going to   and eliminate the excuses a patient's going to bring to you, but it's going to help teep all of your treatment. It's going to make your handoffs perfect. It's going to make it to where patients want to say yes to you. I've literally watched them leave the operatory and they don't get operatory like hallway amnesia. They literally like our little robots and they walk right up front and they're like, hey, Dr. Smith wants to see me back for that crown in two weeks for an hour and I need to get my cleaning scheduled. And they just smile. And you're like, where did you come from? And why did not all of my patients do this?   is because you don't have this in and it's something that's so easy to do and yet most practices don't do it. So I would recommend every one of you, doctors, add it in. I want you to look at that exam room when you walk into it, every hygiene room, every time you walk through the door, you are just going to say it every single time and you will be shocked at how great your case acceptance goes, but not even just your case exceptions, your patient's happiness. They're not confused. Where do start? Why is dentistry so confusing? Why do I not want to do this? You've literally given them the roadmap.   eliminated half of their excuses that they're going to go up and have objections. Treatment coordinator like, here teach me how to get over objections. I'm like, hey, just have a better exam. And 50 % of those objections are already gone. They're not confused. They don't have amnesia. They know exactly where to go. And then we ask them, what questions do you have for me? I want you to be rock solid moving forward. You told them we're moving forward. It's not a question of are we doing dentistry or not. It's, hey, we're doing dentistry. Next step is going to be, you can talk about how you want to finance it. But what questions do you have for me? I want you rock solid moving forward.   This is how the elite practices do it. You guys wanna know? I've been in hundreds of offices and I'm here to show these are the three sexy systems that your practice needs to have in place. All right, get it done, get that in place. And if you're struggling, this is something we teach to teams. We get the whole team on board, because sometimes you listening, trying to get your team bought in, sometimes that's hard. So fly in an expert, we'll come and train your team. There we go. That was a little bit of a tongue twister. We will train your team to do this.   to have great case acceptance. And this is how we're able to add in one practice, we added $25,000 in one day just by doing this. All right, system number three, this is going to sound so silly, but a morning huddle that's truly a huddle that drives performance and alignment. Like literally this is what we do in office. We cut our morning huddle and I'm like, rock on, you cut out your secret treasure trove. Like this is something that can take five minutes, 10 minutes, and our job is to look for what did we do great yesterday?   what's on our docket today and are we going to win the day? I do not need to hear about every patient. do not need to hear about Mrs. Jones has high blood pressure. Fantastic, that's something hygienists you need to know. The whole team does not need to know it. We need to look at the scoreboard just like football players, basketball players, baseball players, whatever it is. We look at our scoreboard, AKA how we did yesterday, where we are on track for our month and we say is today schedule two goal? And if not, what are we going to do to truly win our day? Now I understand that numbers can sometimes not feel like patient care.   I want to reverse that mindset for you. And I want you to know that when we hit our numbers, that is our benchmark, our measuring stick to show that we served our patients at the highest level. And we did not let little gaps fall into place like missing fluoride opportunities, missing x-ray opportunities, missing same day treatment opportunities, missing diagnosis opportunities. These little simple things are what we're trying not to do. So that's why we set our goal. We have our block schedule. We know the treatment we want to do.   We know the hygiene patients that we need to be seeing. We know the open schedule time that we need to make sure that we've eliminated. And when we morning huddle it out, we can literally strategize how we're going to win our day. So we have more consistent days, more consistent treatment, more consistent patient care, more consistent happy teams. This is where we look for bottlenecks. Where are we going to get jammed up? Could we move a patient by 15 minutes today and make our schedule a lot easier? What does hygiene mean? Hygiene, are you scheduled to goal? And if not, what are you going to do to make sure that you get your patient base scheduled to goal?   It's wild when every player on the team takes ownership of their position over their column, over their goals that we've all committed to, to ensure that we're not missing any patient care. Now you might not get to your exact goal on hygiene side, but I promise you, if we're looking for every single thing those patients should be getting, you will always hit goal. I promise you, we don't set goals to make it to where it's like impossible or you have to do extra dentistry. We set them so we don't miss little things. And I think like, if you just have it that way where we remember, we do it, we chart prep.   Every person's chart prepping the night before, they're looking for their opportunities and we come to Morning Huddle to strategize how we're going to win. We can identify VIP patients to ask them for reviews and referrals. We can do challenges within our team of who's gonna get the most reviews in a day. There's so many little things that Morning Huddle can do and it's also a combination where we connect, we have a game plan and then we go and execute and go to work. So this is really something where it's like, let's use metrics in our Morning Huddle. Let's figure out how we're going to truly strategize and win.   and let's look for same day opportunities that we could use to, it's crazy, it's wild when you will use morning huddles like this of the strategy, the huddle to win the game, you will be insanely shocked at how much is there that you might be missing here and there. So these are the three non-sexy systems that every single productive practice has in place and they're incredibly good at it. And that is our block scheduling, our NDTR handoffs and our morning huddles that are setting us up to win.   This is something that will significantly improve your productivity and team alignment. Like they get everybody on the same page. We're rowing in the same boat. People are like, Carrie, I got to put all these systems in place. And I'm like, no, you don't. You just need to put the systems in place that are going to help you win. And that means winning on the number side for sure, but winning on team alignment, happier patients, getting out on time, more time with your family. Let's put those systems into place. Let's not be spending a lot of time wasted time on things that don't truly move the needle forward.   why we put systems into place. This is why we're obsessed with it. Because the reality is one small change. Any of these changes is going to radically improve your life. It's going to improve your practice and it's going to improve your happiness. So why not do it? And if you are struggling with this, you're like, gosh, Kara, I hear your podcast. I listened to you. I've heard you tell me this a hundred times. Book the call. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. Book the call. Let's stop living in mayhem. Let's stop living in madness. Let's have expert consultants literally look at your practice, look at your numbers and put these things into place.   We had a doctor, I'll just pull this up, literally texted us their first month and said, I have never been as confident as I am working with the Dental A Team. I've worked with a lot of other consulting companies and in just one month, I already feel less stressed, more at ease and excited to come back to my practice. I was curious if I needed to sell my practice and now I'm confident that I can live here, be happy and enjoy dentistry again. It's in one month. So if that's you, if you feel like that, you're like, gosh, I just need this, book the call. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com.   Make sure you're on our newsletter list. Make sure you're getting our tips. But more importantly, make sure you're getting the life and the practice that you deserve. Guys, we get one practice, we get one life, we get one opportunity. Let's make it the best we possibly can. For all of you listening, I'm so grateful for you. I know these things can be yours. I know you can put these systems into place and I encourage you to do it. It's your time. Execute. I put up on my mirror a long, long time ago. I said, don't just dream, do. This is the time for you to put the things into place that you know will move your practice forward.   Refine if you're already doing it and reach out. It's time. Let's do this. And as always, thanks for listening. I'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast.

Connect with us via text! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ducu Botoaca, award-winning aesthetic doctor and founder of Dr. Ducu Clinics in London, to talk about how to reframe unrealistic requests, how to help patients regain confidence after complications,  the rise of corrective treatments, and what happens during a gluteal HA repair procedure, as well as why Dr. Ducu believes the future of aesthetic medicine lies in subtlety, safety, and repair. From his patented techniques to his globally recognized work in non-surgical gluteal correction, Dr. Ducu has earned a reputation for artistry, innovation, and compassionate care. This one's a must-listen for every aesthetic pro navigating the space between influence and integrity.Follow DERMASCOPE:Instagram: @dermascopeFacebook: facebook.com/dermascopePinterest: @dermascopeTikTok: @dermascopeFollow Dr. Ducu:Instagram: @drducu Academy Instagram: @dr.ducuacademycYouTube: @drducuclinicslondonTikTok: @drducuclinicAdditional Links:Visit our website.Learn more about this podcast.Subscribe to the magazine.Read the July 2025 issue.Ask ChatGPT

CoreSelf Positioning to Get on the Same Page, Literally: 8 Steps That Refine Our Current Position and Identify Our Best Action Plan by Jonathan Thomas, Tim Preston https://www.amazon.com/CoreSelf-Positioning-Same-Page-Literally/dp/B0DWCJWY74 Simplenoteasy.org Your story. Your narratives. Your experiences. All of them can provide insight and direction that you never knew existed by activating your Internal Observer. Without it, we are doomed to repeat the same patterns of behavior that reinforce tired preconceptions. ARE YOU READY TO SURPRISE YOURSELF? In this genre-bending new book, readers will be introduced to a new road map for positive self-discovery. Using visual geometry, questions and exercises culled from real-life stories, and an 8-step guide that anyone can follow, readers will be empowered to leverage their own narratives and to navigate difficult situations. Whether for the professional or personal, individual or team, the CoreSelf Framework can teach anyone to access where they are, acknowledge where they want to be, and determine how to best get there.This journey of self-exploration allows us to position ourselves in difficult situations, use our values to provide perspective, and determine the best next steps to literally Get on the Same Page with ourselves and others.

Send us a textIn this episode, we dive into the realities of the 2025 job market, where white-collar layoffs and mass job applications are making it harder than ever to land work. Guest Todd Raphael joins to unpack practical strategies for breaking through—whether you're a freelancer, job seeker, or simply navigating a slow season.We explore how AI is reshaping hiring, why networking advice often misses the mark, and how to build meaningful connections in both virtual and real-world spaces. Todd offers real talk and useful tactics for professionals who want to stay visible and competitive.About Todd RaphaelExperience in executive communications, marketing, content strategy, content marketing, and business development. Successful, profitable conference and community management, content management, successful, profitable, content product launches, managing media professionals, managing content and multimedia, managing social media, particularly but not limited to the talent intelligence, skills intelligence, AI-for-talent/AI-for-HR field.Job Market Pulse with Todd RaphaelKey Topics Covered:Understanding the Current Job MarketBeyond “Use Your Network”Turning Events into OpportunitiesThe Role of AI in HiringLinkedIn Outreach That WorksIndustries Still Hiring in the Job MarketActionable Tips:Target companies actively investing in marketing or event sponsorship.Refine your LinkedIn headline and “About” section to make your role instantly clear.Follow up—even if it's been months; people forget, and a gentle reminder might reignite interest.Leverage conferences not for instant gains, but for long-term job market visibility and trust-building.Find Todd Raphael on LinkedIn to stay infoWelcome to the Savvy Scribe Podcast, I'm so glad you're here! Before we start the show, if you're interested, we have a free Facebook group called "Savvy Nurse Writer Community"I appreciate you following me and listening today. I would LOVE for you to subscribe: ITUNESAnd if you love it, can I ask for a

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This episode is a wake-up call for women entrepreneurs who feel like they're doing all the things, but nothing's clicking. If your audience isn't converting, chances are… they're confused.Crissy shares the three biggest reasons your audience might not know what you do or how you can help them, and how to fix it... fast. From incohesive content to inconsistent offers and constantly changing direction, she breaks down why clarity is the real secret to visibility and conversion.Whether you're a service provider, content creator, coach, or online business owner, this episode will help you:Refine your messaging so your audience feels what you sayUnderstand the emotional power behind content that connectsUse visibility to build trust, not confusionCommit to one offer and master it before adding moreAudit your personal brand and how you're showing upOMNI is my full visibility system built for CEOs who want to grow online without living on their phone. If you're ready to be truly seen, more strategic, and unmistakably in demand, head to check out OMNI at www.omniqueens.com Take the FREE Quiz to find out how visible you really are at www.thevisibleceo.com/quizDrop us a message...This isn't just a mid-year mindset shift. It's a full reset of how you lead, what you commit to, and how you move, so your second half is built on aligned action, not survival mode. https://thevisibleceo.com/midyearreset Review, share with a friend and tag me! IG: itscrissyconner FB: crissyconner LI: crissyconner

This episode is a wake-up call for women entrepreneurs who feel like they're doing all the things, but nothing's clicking. If your audience isn't converting, chances are… they're confused.Crissy shares the three biggest reasons your audience might not know what you do or how you can help them, and how to fix it... fast. From incohesive content to inconsistent offers and constantly changing direction, she breaks down why clarity is the real secret to visibility and conversion.Whether you're a service provider, content creator, coach, or online business owner, this episode will help you:Refine your messaging so your audience feels what you sayUnderstand the emotional power behind content that connectsUse visibility to build trust, not confusionCommit to one offer and master it before adding moreAudit your personal brand and how you're showing upOMNI is my full visibility system built for CEOs who want to grow online without living on their phone. If you're ready to be truly seen, more strategic, and unmistakably in demand, head to check out OMNI at www.omniqueens.com Take the FREE Quiz to find out how visible you really are at www.thevisibleceo.com/quizDrop us a message...This isn't just a mid-year mindset shift. It's a full reset of how you lead, what you commit to, and how you move, so your second half is built on aligned action, not survival mode. https://thevisibleceo.com/midyearreset Review, share with a friend and tag me! IG: itscrissyconner FB: crissyconner LI: crissyconner

Episode 273:  It is understanding your progress and the shifts you need to make toward achieving your year-end goals:    Mid-year is the perfect time to reassess, refocus, and reignite your sales strategies. Whether you're ahead of your quotas or trying to make up for lost ground, the next six months offer countless opportunities to optimize your performance. I will share nine key strategies that will help you refocus, boost growth, meet your targets, and elevate your sales performance.   We must begin by honestly assessing our performance in the first half of the year. There is no judgment, just an evaluation of what we have accomplished, areas of progress, and the following steps to commit to.   1. Refine Your Product Pitch   Your product pitch is a powerful tool that can significantly impact your success. Now is the time to evaluate and refine it. Test your pitch with colleagues or mentors, gather feedback, and make adjustments to make it more engaging and tailored to your client's needs. Tools like sales pitch refinement apps and AI platforms can provide valuable insights into the tone, clarity, and effectiveness of your pitch. 2. Double Down on Client Relationships   Strong client relationships are the cornerstone of long-term sales success. Mid-year is an ideal time to check in with your existing customers. Celebrate the wins they've had since partnering with you, or inquire about any changes in their needs or goals. Use this insight to strengthen your collaboration. 3. Leverage Advanced CRM Tools   Are you fully utilizing your customer relationship management (CRM) platform? Tools like Salesforce and HubSpot go beyond managing leads; they provide data-backed insights into client behavior, predict purchasing patterns, and help automate follow-ups. Mid-year is an ideal time to clean up your CRM data and maximize the tool's potential to enhance lead engagement and increase meeting and sales conversions. 4. Focus on Qualified Leads   Not all leads are created equal. Revisit your lead generation strategy and prioritize prospects most likely to convert. It will ensure that you target prospects who align with your ideal customer profile, keeping your pipeline lean yet high-quality. 5. Elevate Your Follow-Up Process   Studies show that 80% of sales require 5+ follow-ups, yet many of us stop after just one or two. Develop a follow-up process that is both persistent and respectful, utilizing personalized emails, value-driven updates, and call-back schedules to ensure effective communication. Make your follow-up customized, not automated. 6. Track & Celebrate Milestones   Take time to track progress towards your goals and celebrate milestones, no matter how small. It will not only boost team morale but also provide an opportunity to reflect on what's working and make adjustments to elements that need improvement. Use performance tracking tools to measure how close you are to achieving (or exceeding) your quotas. 7. Stay On Top of Industry Trends   The sales landscape is constantly evolving, with new tools, tactics, and challenges consistently emerging. To stay ahead, dedicate time each week to reading industry blogs, attending webinars, or networking with other professionals. Whether it's harnessing AI to improve productivity or exploring new markets, staying informed will help you stay competitive. 8. Engage in Sales Coaching or Mentorship   Even the most experienced sales professionals benefit from structured coaching or guidance from a mentor. A coach can help you identify blind spots, optimize your strategies, and inspire creativity in your approach. If you don't currently have a mentor or access to coaching, consider joining online communities or forums for sales professionals to exchange tips and advice. 9. Make Data-Driven Decisions   Data increasingly drives sales. Utilize tools such as Google Analytics, LinkedIn Insights, or your in-house analytics platforms to identify trends, assess performance, and forecast customer behavior. Refine strategies using historical data and adopt an iterative approach to improving your success rate.   Remember, thriving in sales requires a balance of persistence, personal development, and adaptability. These mid-year strategies can help you reassess your current status and set yourself up for a strong second half of the year.   Start by identifying one or two areas where you can make immediate improvements, and take action today. There's no better time to refine your game, inspire client trust, and achieve your goals.   How do you plan to supercharge your sales performance this year? Your thoughts and favorite strategies are valuable to us, so please share them below!   If someone can benefit from this episode, please share it with them.   Until next time, Keep Making Progress.    Connect with Lisa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisathal/ http://threewordmeetings.com http://threewordpodcast

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What happens when the dust settles after everything falls apart? In this deeply personal episode, I share how God used the fire—not to destroy me, but to refine me. I open up about the false identities I didn't know I was still carrying… and how, in the aftermath of a dream that didn't end how I hoped, God began to rebuild something deeper, stronger, and more honest. If you've ever found yourself questioning your worth, wrestling with your identity, or wondering what purpose looks like after a hard detour—this episode will meet you right there. You are not starting over. You're being rebuilt with grace, grit, and a God who never left. If you want to learn how to embrace the Dirt on your journey, come join me over on Substack at kawailani.substack.com

Practicing the Way - Pt. 6Becoming like Him is reserved for those who have been with Him.

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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Clay is a frequent EOFire guest, former United States Small Business Administration Entrepreneur of the Year Award Winner, author, a master of scale, and business growth coach. Stephanie is a long-time EOFire listener who Clay has helped to grow her business by 1,462 percent. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The quality of the team you have is the quality of the dream you get to live. 2. Act. Measure. Refine. 3. You have to simultaneously learn and apply. Be hopeful, yet realistic. Dream while measuring. Schedule your free 13-point assessment with Clay - Thrive Time Show Sponsor ThriveTime Show - Attend the world's highest rated business growth workshop taught personally by Clay Clark and now featuring Football Star, Tim Tebow, and President Trump's son, Eric Trump, at ThrivetimeShow.com/eofire.

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