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Creative diversity is a must to crack Meta's new Andromeda algorithm and dominate your market. We're offering you 30 monthly deliverables,10 ad types, media buying, and access to Tier 11's data suite to help you stay ahead.Get our exclusive Creative Diversification Package at: https://www.tiereleven.com/cd Are you really getting the most out of your ad spend? What if you could drastically reduce your ad budget while seeing better returns? Well, in today's episode, I'm walking through a real SaaS case study where we helped a company grow from $1,300 to $393,000 in monthly revenue.I break down the exact steps we took to transform this business. From the ground up, we overhauled their ad strategy, implemented creative diversification, and scaled back ad spend to improve their media efficiency ratio (MER). I'll show you how we used both Meta and Google Ads to create an efficient, low-cost acquisition funnel, driving massive results without constantly increasing spend. If you're ready to stop just throwing money at ads and start getting real results with less, this is a must-watch. In This Episode:- Case study: scaling from $1,300 to $393K/month- Executing the nCAC reducer framework- Implementing the creative strategy framework- Results from Meta, Google, and Data SuiteMentioned in the Episode:Previous episodes on Andromeda: https://perpetualtraffic.com/?s=andromeda Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenpetrullo Consult Mongoose Media -

In this candid client interview, Angie shares how she broke free from perfectionism in nutrition and built real confidence with her food choices—while juggling life as a busy parent. We talk about flexible dieting without obsession, eating out without guilt, and why progress comes from mindful choices, not rigid rules. You'll hear how she balances family schedules with sustainable habits, what finally ended the "start over Monday" cycle, and how tracking can be a tool—not a trap. Perfect for anyone ready to replace all-or-nothing thinking with practical routines that actually fit real life. APPLY FOR COACHING: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/1-1-coaching SDE Method app: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/sde-method-app The Fitness League Waiting List https://u3rwk.share.hsforms.com/2rkAwsFntTAeZ__PxwXdr4Q Macros Guide https://www.lvltncoaching.com/free-resources/calculate-your-macros Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lvltncoaching FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/resources/freebies Alessandra's Instagram: http://instagram.com/alessandrascutnik Joelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha?igsh=ZnVhZjFjczN0OTdn Josh's Instagram: http://instagram.com/joshscutnik Chapters: 00:00 Angie's Journey to Rebuilding Trust 02:56 Transitioning from Past Coaching Experiences 06:01 Embracing a New Training Philosophy 08:38 The Shift in Mindset and Results 11:44 Finding Balance in Fitness and Life 15:19 Overcoming Perfectionism in Nutrition 18:09 The Importance of Enjoying the Process 21:16 Navigating Life as a Busy Mom 24:24 The Power of Coaching Relationships 28:08 Final Thoughts on Growth and Consistency

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Terri Couser is an entrepreneur, coach, and Board-Certified Credit Consultant with two degrees from Villanova University. Her career began at TransUnion, where she updated thousands of credit profiles, sparking her passion for real estate and helping others build financial stability through home buying, selling, and property management. Through her Wealth Building Ministry, Terri empowers individuals and youth to create generational wealth and LEGACY, partnering with organizations like the Philadelphia Education Fund and Year Up for panels and speaking events. Today, Terri teaches people nationwide how to leverage credit to build wealth, start businesses, and achieve financial freedom. She has grown her company into a national brand, partnered with global influencers, launched Credit Leverage Lifestyle and "The Winner's Circle" community, and hosts Major Impact on The CW's CONNECT Network to help women entrepreneurs master money and investing. During the show we discussed: The inspiration behind creating Credit Leveraged Lifestyle. How credit leverage helps break generational debt cycles. Why the credit repair industry is full of misinformation. Common credit myths people still believe. How bureau experience gives an edge in credit consulting. Risks of following bad online credit advice. First steps in starting a credit-building or repair journey. Key differences between personal and business credit. How to build business credit without using a personal SSN. Biggest mistakes with credit utilization and DTI. How Board and Credit Score Certification set you apart. Results clients see from your programs. Why understanding credit reports and scores matters. How better credit unlocks major financial opportunities. What's included in the 90-module Credit Leveraged Lifestyle course. Resource: https://www.creditleveragedlifestyle.com/  

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How One Practice Grew EBITDA by 300% with Expert Consulting Guest: Lisa Lickstein — Award-Winning Practice Owner & Visionary Leader Host: Terri Ross, Founder & CEO of Terri Ross Consulting Guest Spotlight: Lisa Lickstein, MSW, MBA Co-owner, Lickstein Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa Founder, Women in Business Mentorship Academy Certified Coach + Speaker in Unreasonable Hospitality Lisa Lickstein is the co-owner of Lickstein Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, with two locations in South Florida and a thriving team of 40. With dual degrees in social work and finance, Lisa brings a rare mix of emotional intelligence and business acumen to her leadership. Their practice was recently named 2024 Business of the Year by the Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce — but even with that level of success, Lisa knew something had to shift behind the scenes and she was not above seeking out expert help from TRC. Episode Overview: In this transparent and insightful episode, Lisa opens up about the real challenges aesthetic practices face as they grow — especially when rapid success exposes operational blind spots. She shares: How a failed acquisition deal became a turning point. Why the non-surgical side of their practice needed TRC's expertise.  The tension between managing day-to-day operations and planning for scale. And ultimately, why she chose to work with Terri Ross Consulting to course-correct and accelerate growth. Lisa and Terri dive into the mindset shift that must happen when a practice is struggling or outgrows its existing systems — and how expert consulting gave her the tools, clarity, and partnership she needed to align both sides of the business for future success. Key Takeaways: Success Without Strategy Creates Stagnation Even top-tier practices with strong culture and revenue can stall if they're not built for scale. Lisa shares how, despite earning just over 8 figures annually, her practice had room to grow — and needed expert guidance to help her achieve this Leadership Doesn't Mean Doing It Alone Lisa reveals the decision to seek outside help wasn't a weakness, but a strategic strength. Working with TRC signaled to her team, partners, and potential buyers that she was serious about intentional growth. Realized 300% ROI from TRC on EBITDA Growth, Realigned Teams, and a Profitable Exit Through TRC's Business Evaluation and ongoing consulting, The Medical Spa team at Lickstein Plastic Surgery saw EBITDA increase by $300,000 – a massive 300% return on their investment with TRC — while realigning internal teams, improving treatment planning, and setting the foundation for a major acquisition. Collaboration, Not Replacement Lisa applauds TRC's collaborative approach — working seamlessly with existing consultants and ensuring every partner brought their best to the table. The Emotional Side of Business Describing the consulting experience as "business therapy," Lisa shares how TRC helped restore balance between the surgical and non-surgical sides of the practice — keeping both teams valued and aligned. The Results:

"Come as you are works in Japan when leaders are also willing to read the air and meet people where they are". "Japan isn't as risk-averse as people think; it is uncertainty avoidance and consensus norms like nemawashi and ringi-sho that slow decisions". "In Japan, numbers are universal, but how people feel about those numbers is where real leadership begins". "For foreign leaders, kindness, patience, and genuine curiosity are far more powerful than charisma or title". "Women leaders who embrace their own style, instead of copying male role models, can quietly transform Japanese workplaces".   Joanne Lin is Senior Director, APAC, for Deckers Brands, the American company behind UGG, HOKA, and Teva. Born in Taiwan and raised in Canada, she later completed her MBA at Boston University and began her career in Boston, working in a trading company and then at Merrill Lynch Investment Company. In 2000, she moved to Japan for family reasons and has since built a 25-year leadership career in this complex market. In Japan, Joanne first held senior finance roles, including Head of Finance for Reebok Japan and CFO for Aegis Media, where she worked on mergers and acquisitions. She joined Deckers over thirteen years ago as CFO for Japan and was later asked to step in as interim Country Manager for Deckers Japan. Today she is back in an APAC-wide role, responsible for finance and strategy across 15 markets, including Japan, China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand. Her remit covers subsidiaries and distributor markets alike, requiring constant adaptation across cultures. Throughout her journey, Joanne has learned to reconcile a direct, North American style with Japan's more implicit, consensus-driven culture. Often mistaken for Japanese because of her appearance, she calls herself the "invisible gaijin", using that ambiguity to observe carefully, read body language, and bridge cultural expectations. Her leadership story is one of resilience, curiosity, and the quiet confidence to lead as herself in a country that often expects conformity. Joanne Lin's leadership journey began far from Japan. Born in Taiwan and raised in Toronto, she grew up immersed in North American directness, meritocracy, and straight-talking feedback. After completing an MBA at Boston University, she started her career in Boston, first at a trading company and then at Merrill Lynch Investment Company, building a strong foundation in finance. Numbers, ratios, and cash flows were her native business language long before she ever heard the phrase kūki o yomu — "reading the air" — in Japan. In 2000, she moved to Japan for family reasons, expecting to build a career but not realising how deeply the culture would challenge her assumptions about leadership. She entered the corporate world here without Japanese language skills and without local experience. Physically, many colleagues assumed she was Japanese, or at least of Japanese descent, and treated her accordingly. She jokes that she became an "invisible gaijin": expected to understand unspoken rules despite never having grown up with them. Early on, she discovered that in Japan, silence often speaks louder than words. Concepts akin to nemawashi — the quiet groundwork of building consensus before meetings — and the unspoken pressure to align with the group meant that decisions rarely came from a single, charismatic leader. Instead, she had to watch faces, posture and micro-reactions around the table. While she came from an environment where people said "yes" or "no" clearly, in Japan phrases like "I'll think about it" could mean "no" 80% of the time. Learning to interpret these signals became as important as reading the P&L. Her career advanced steadily through senior finance roles: Head of Finance for Reebok Japan, CFO for Aegis Media leading M&A, and later CFO for Deckers Japan. Over thirteen years at Deckers, she helped steer the growth of brands such as UGG and the fast-rising performance brand HOKA in one of the world's most competitive footwear markets. Eventually, she was asked to serve as interim Country Manager for Deckers Japan, an opportunity that tested her ability to go beyond numbers and lead entire functions including sales, marketing, HR and retail. Joanne's leadership philosophy is grounded in being genuine and transparent. She believes in explaining the "why" behind decisions, giving context, and aligning people rather than simply seeking agreement. She spends time helping non-finance colleagues understand what gross margin, discounts and operating income mean in practical terms, translating finance into everyday language rather than using it as a gatekeeping tool. Engagement surveys, where Japan often scores modestly compared with global benchmarks, have been a recurring theme in her work. Rather than blaming culture, she looks at how questions are worded, how norms shape responses, and then uses those insights to design practical remedies — from "lunch and learn" sessions to cross-functional gatherings and new-joiner lunches with senior leaders. As a woman leader, Joanne has wrestled with impostor syndrome yet chosen to step forward anyway. She sees many high-potential women in Japan holding back, waiting to be "perfect" before raising their hand. Her message to them is clear: trust yourself, recognise your natural strengths in communication and empathy, and accept that no leader — male or female — is ever fully ready. In the end, her story is about blending global experience with local nuance, leading with kindness and clarity, and proving that one can honour Japanese culture while still bringing a distinct, authentic leadership style to the table. Q&A Summary What makes leadership in Japan unique? For Joanne, leadership in Japan is defined by what is not said. The real meeting often happens before and after the official meeting, through nemawashi, where stakeholders quietly shape outcomes. In the room, kūki o yomu — reading the air — is critical: leaders must observe body language, side glances and subtle hesitations to interpret what people truly think. Formal tools like ringi-sho workflows, built on stamped approvals and consensus, reinforce a collective approach to decision-making. Japanese employees often assume the leader should already know their needs without them having to say it. That expectation of intuitive understanding, combined with a strong norm of harmony, makes empathetic listening and patience indispensable leadership skills. Why do global executives struggle? Global executives often arrive with a Western template: clear targets, rapid decisions, direct feedback. In Japan, that can clash with a culture that prizes stability, seniority and group consensus. Leaders may misinterpret indirect communication as indecisiveness or lack of ambition, when in fact people are carefully weighing the impact on the group. Engagement surveys then show Japan at the bottom of global rankings, and headquarters misreads this as disengagement, rather than a reflection of conservative scoring norms. Many foreign leaders also underestimate how much time must be invested in trust-building, one-on-one conversations, and slow-burn relationship work before people feel safe to share ideas or challenge the status quo. Is Japan truly risk-averse? Joanne sees Japan as more uncertainty-avoidant than risk-averse in the pure financial sense. As a finance professional, she knows that commercial risk can be quantified — through scenarios, ratios and forecasts. But in Japan, the social and reputational risks loom equally large: who will be blamed if this fails, what will it do to group harmony, how will customers react? These uncertainty factors slow decisions more than the numbers themselves. Leaders who introduce tools like decision intelligence platforms, scenario simulation or even digital twins of supply chains can help Japanese teams see risk in a structured way, reducing the emotional fear around uncertainty and making experimentation feel safer. What leadership style actually works? The style that works for Joanne is grounded in transparency, modesty and consistency. She leads by example, explaining not only what must be done, but why, and what it means for individuals and teams. She tries to give her people "airtime", resisting the urge — common to many finance leaders — to jump straight to the solution. In practice, that means listening to ideas without immediate judgement, thanking people publicly for their input, and celebrating small wins as much as big milestones. She maintains high standards but increasingly recognises that not everyone should be held to the same work rhythm she sets for herself. Alignment, not forced agreement, is the goal: people may disagree but still commit to the path once they feel heard. How can technology help? Technology, in Joanne's world, is not just about efficiency; it is a bridge between data and human behaviour. Advanced analytics, dashboards and decision-support tools can make trade-offs between margin, volume and investment more tangible for non-finance teams. AI-driven text analysis of engagement comments can surface themes that traditional surveys miss, helping leaders understand sentiment behind Japan's modest scoring patterns. Scenario modelling and digital twins of operations can turn abstract risks into concrete options, making it easier for consensus-driven teams to move forward. At its best, technology supports nemawashi by giving everyone a shared, data-informed picture, rather than replacing dialogue. Does language proficiency matter? Joanne arrived in Japan with no Japanese language ability and was forced to become an intense observer of body language and context. That experience convinced her that leadership is possible without fluency — but far more sustainable with it. Learning Japanese shows respect, reduces distance, and makes informal conversations and humour possible. Even basic proficiency helps leaders understand nuance in ringi documents, hallway chats, and customer feedback. She encourages foreign leaders to invest in language learning not as a checkbox, but as a signal of commitment to the market and to their teams. What's the ultimate leadership lesson? Her core lesson is simple yet demanding: be kind, be open, and be yourself. Leaders should stop expecting perfection from themselves and from others, especially in a country where external shocks like currency swings, tariffs and pandemics can derail even the best-laid plans. Instead, they should focus on doing their best, communicating clearly, and treating people with respect. For women leaders especially, Joanne's message is to step forward even when self-doubt whispers otherwise — to recognise that their strengths in empathy, communication and cultural sensitivity are not "soft" add-ons but central to effective leadership in Japan. In the long run, success here is less about heroics and more about steady, human-centred leadership that people genuinely want to follow. Timecoded Summary [00:00] The conversation opens with an introduction to Deckers Brands, the American company headquartered in Santa Barbara and best known in Japan for UGG, HOKA and Teva. Joanne explains that Deckers historically functions as a holding-style company, acquiring and growing footwear brands, and that Japan is a key market where three major brands are active. She outlines her current role as Senior Director, APAC, overseeing finance and strategy across 15 countries, including both subsidiaries and distributor markets. [05:20] Joanne traces her career arc: Taiwanese by birth, raised in Canada, MBA from Boston University, then finance roles in Boston with a trading company and Merrill Lynch Investment Company. In 2000 she relocates to Japan for family reasons, later becoming Head of Finance for Reebok Japan and CFO for Aegis Media, working on M&A. She joins Deckers over thirteen years ago as CFO for Japan and eventually steps into an interim Country Manager role, before returning to a wider APAC mandate based in Japan. [12:45] The discussion shifts to cultural adjustment. Because she "looks Japanese", colleagues initially assume she understands Japanese norms. She describes becoming an "invisible gaijin", held to local expectations without having grown up here. She learns to read the air, focusing on facial expressions, body language and context. Phrases like "I'll consider it" often conceal a "no", and she gradually becomes adept at interpreting such indirect communication. Her direct North American instincts must be tempered by Japanese expectations for restraint and harmony. [19:30] Finance and human reactions to numbers come into focus. Joanne notes that while sales, gross margin and SG&A appear objective, different functions interpret them in varied ways: finance may celebrate high margins while sales may worry they are under-investing. She stresses the importance of explaining financial concepts in simple terms, almost as if speaking to a 10-year-old, so that everyone can understand consequences. Her temporary shift from CFO to GM broadens her empathy for non-finance views and deepens her appreciation for cross-functional tension. [26:10] Attention turns to team engagement and communication. Japan's engagement survey scores routinely trail global averages, a pattern she attributes partly to cultural modesty and translation issues. Instead of accepting low scores as fate, she focuses on post-survey action: leaders are asked to talk openly with teams, understand expectations, and co-create remedies. Concrete initiatives such as "lunch and learn" sessions and new-joiner lunches with directors help break silos, humanise leadership and create informal nemawashi-like spaces where people can ask questions and share concerns. [33:40] Joanne discusses culture-building under the umbrella of Deckers' "Come as you are" value. She supports self-expression — even store staff in gender-fluid fashion — as long as it's tasteful and customer-appropriate. Her own leadership style is to be genuine, transparent and open about vulnerabilities. She balances the efficiency of top-down directives with the long-term benefits of participation: while consensus-building and alignment take time, they reduce turnover, re-training costs and disengagement. [40:15] Gender and leadership come into sharper focus. Joanne recounts her own bouts of impostor syndrome and the temptation, earlier in her career, to doubt her readiness for bigger roles. She notes that many women hesitate to raise their hands until they feel almost 100% qualified, while men may step up with far less. She encourages aspiring women leaders to recognise their strengths in empathy and nuanced communication, to "give it a try" even when not fully confident, and to view setbacks as learning rather than final verdicts. [47:30] The interview closes with advice for foreign leaders coming to Japan. Joanne emphasises being open, respectful and kind — to oneself and to others. She urges leaders to accept that Japan's deep-rooted culture will not change in a short posting, and that success depends on adapting rather than trying to remodel the country. Learning Japanese, even imperfectly, is both a sign of respect and a practical tool for building trust. Ultimately, she argues, effective leadership in Japan is about balancing data and humanity, global standards and local nuance, ambition and empathy. Author Credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have also been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). In addition to his books, Greg publishes daily blogs on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, offering practical insights on leadership, communication, and Japanese business culture. He is also the host of six weekly podcasts, including The Leadership Japan Series, The Sales Japan Series, The Presentations Japan Series, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews. On YouTube, he produces three weekly shows — The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews — which have become leading resources for executives seeking strategies for success in Japan.

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Step into a guided Reiki journey with Colleen Benelli that carries you up the sacred pathways of Mt. Kurama, the mountain where Usui Sensei received the gift of Reiki. This experience invites you to walk through the gate of the Kurama Dera Temple, move past ancient shrines, and feel the presence of the enlightened spirits who have watched over this land for centuries. As you travel the mountain trail, the sounds of children laughing drift in the distance. A gentle breeze moves through the trees, and the roots of the old cedars rise around you like living guardians. Reiki flows through your hands as you sit among the roots and allow the spiritual energy of Mt. Kurama to rise around you. This journey opens a space to receive the light that has guided Reiki practitioners for generations. This guided meditation is created for Reiki practitioners, students, and anyone drawn to the spiritual origins of Reiki. It supports intuition, inner awareness, and a deeper connection to the source of Reiki energy. What you will experience in this journey: Entering the Kurama Dera Temple gate in guided visualization Walking the sacred path of Mt. Kurama Feeling the presence of Reiki's origins Connecting with Usui Sensei's awakening place Receiving Reiki energy through the landscape, the breeze, and the ancient trees Sitting among the roots to listen, breathe, and let the mountain reveal guidance for your path This is part of our ongoing Distance Reiki Share series, where Reiki energy brings clarity, healing, and inspiration to your life. To learn more about Reiki training, guided journeys, and community offerings, visit https://reikilifestyle.com/ **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction which support the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.

You ever drop everything to fix a “fire”… then realize it wasn't a fire at all?Today you'll learn why your internal alarm can pull you in all the wrong directions.And how to respond the right way, every time.I'll walk you through a simple research-based framework for how you react to threat, and how to use it to drive better results instead of overreaction.If you want to stop fighting the wrong fires and put your focus where it matters… this one's for you.Inside the episode• Why urgency isn't strategy — it's wiring. • The psychology behind false alarms and overreaction. • A simple, research-backed framework you can use to read threats with accuracy. • How to shift from reacting to noise → leading from signal.This episode is for Founders / Execs who:• Feel like they're constantly putting out fires. • Want cleaner thinking and fewer false urgencies. • Are ready to reclaim time, trust, and focus by responding with precision.Key takeaways• Your sense of urgency is shaped by experience, not truth. • False alarms drain hours, slow teams, and break momentum. • Precision beats speed. • Calm isn't risky when you know how to read threat correctly.Old you reacts fast. New you can respond right.When you understand your internal alarm system, you stop fighting the wrong fires.You stop pouring time into the wrong problems.You start putting energy where it compounds.What to do next:→ Share this with the founder who's always “putting out fires.” Ask them, “Where did your alarm pull you this week?”→ Try the 1-minute GPT quiz here: Why You Keep Putting Out the Wrong Fires GPT   → Follow Dr. Yishai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/ → Book a Pattern-Break Session (link on LinkedIn page) to experience it firsthand (limited spots).About the PodcastBuilt for high-performers who don't need help. Just leverage.This is the show that breaks what quietly kills performance at scale.Especially the mental patterns slowing down even the smartest execs and founders.If you never want to get dragged down by pressure, burnout, or hesitation… welcome home.Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr. Yishai Barkhordari.DisclaimerThis content is for informational purposes only. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Results are not guaranteed and will vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions. Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being.© 2025 Yishai Barkhordari, Psychologist, PLLC. All rights reserved.

Click here to vote in the Fall 2025 Scripty Awards!Introduction (0:00:00). Spencer likens himself to a rockstar. Justin is humbled by a trampoline.The Break (0:05:22). Results from five competitions -- including Georgia's national championship in the 64-team All Star Bracket Challenge!Interview with star trial lawyer Tom Breen (0:08:46). How the Seattle trial lawyer got a big win despite some tough facts.Begging for Scripties (0:36:10). Jen Scharf, the director-turned-lobbyist, makes a compelling case for Buffalo-Niagara's swag.Tournament Spotlight: NCTC (0:51:40). Loyola's John Henry talks about peanut butter prison cookies, how often he hears "That's not how Professor Poehls did it," and this year's National Civil Trial Competition -- including his decision to replace their sexual harassment case.Mailbag Question (1:17:14). How do you handle "gender responsibility issues"?

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Tonight on the KRBD Evening Report….Results from Ketchikan's special borough election. Plus, local hospital leadership responds to community concern. All that and more coming up.

Blind Spots: Where Your Business Leaks the Most Money Hi Everyone, Carl Gould here your #70secondCEO, just over a minute of investment per day for a lifetime of results. Results people sometimes struggle with their system's people. Relationship people sometimes struggle with the detail's people. Now again, I'm pretty sure this doesn't happen in any of your businesses, but again you have heard a rumor this can saddle some other companies. Ok, and so, we want to be aware that we're not saying we're not in the camp of work on your weaknesses all day long so you can become a better-rounded person. That's not what we are talking about. What we are talking about though, is becoming functional in your blindspot. So, I won't be doing it with all of you but I can share a formula with the owners, give me 4 minutes and I can show you how much money I can steal from your company. You will actually tell me how much money I could steal from your company and you would never know it! Once you tell me that number, I will know the number I will tell you that I'm stealing and you won't even know where to look. Right in your blind spot area. Now we kind of know the formula for most of you anyway, so that's why we're working on it. But the reality is, is that there's a ton of money sitting in your blindspot area, that if you can mine that area of your business there's a lot of value there.  Like and follow this podcast so you can learn more. My name is Carl Gould and this has been your #70secondCEO.  

Subscribe to the show and get weekly tips from Tanya on how to grow, scale and diversify your online business. Most people say they want success, but their mindset quietly keeps them stuck. In this episode, I share six powerful mindset hacks that transformed my life and helped me build a multi-million-dollar business. You'll learn how to develop a success mindset that turns confusion into growth, persistence into power, and big goals into real results. Tune into the Full YouTube Playlist Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF-WLUSLbjV3dWVTbdsVFr6YGhFi7hTQA  START HERE | Learn more about the different ways Tanya can help you in your business. Whether it's starting an online business or growing the one you have: https://www.tanyaaliza.com DIGITAL CREATOR STUDIO | My All-In-One Marketing System To Grow Your Audience, Build Your Email List, Build Amazing Marketing Funnels, Attract Perfect Leads & Sell Digital Products, While Building A Multi-Income Stream Online Brand. https://digitalcreatorstudio.com THE DIGITAL PRODUCT LAB | Transform Your Passion, Knowledge & Regular Content Into A Profitable Digital Product, Course, Coaching Program Or Membership—Even If You Have Limited Tech Skills, A Small Audience, or No Prior Experience. https://www.tanyaaliza.com/creator  THE DM AUTOMATION LAB | Turn Your Content Into Leads & Buyers With My Simple Social Selling System That Runs on Autopilot Using My AI Chatbot workflows (Not ManyChat) https://digitalcreatorstudio.com/dm-lab MY FAVORITES | My personal camera and video gear, my health, wellness and beauty products, my favorite books and more:  https://tanyaaliza.com/amazon  CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: http://Instagram.com/tanyaaliza  SUBSCRIBE & WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/TanyaAlizaTV?sub_confirmation=1 CAN I FEATURE YOU? Rate and review the show and tag me on social (@tanyaaliza)... I feature a new member of the community each week on my Social Media Platforms. The reviews help us and I'd love to feature you for taking the time to share your feedback. Disclaimers: The discussions and opinions expressed on this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Results from the strategies or products mentioned can vary and are not guaranteed. Some of the links provided are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, we may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Always conduct your own due diligence before making any financial decisions.  

Send us a textDo you ever sabotage your own sales momentum before you even pick up the phone? This week on "The Selling Podcast," Mike and Scott tackle the pervasive enemy of every sales rep: self-doubt. They argue that doubt (the "D" in FUD) isn't just a tactic you use on competitors; it's a "terrible disease" that kills momentum and plagues even the most experienced sellers, often showing up as the feeling of "I'm not good enough."Mike and Scott break down the mental game of sales and provide four foundational strategies to replace uncertainty with unwavering confidence (not arrogance!).Build Confidence Through Clarity: Stop worrying about the outcome and start by simply clarifying your objectives for the day or the call. A clear, simple plan removes ambiguity and eliminates doubt.Replace Doubt with Evidence of Prior Success: Fight the negative internal monologue by focusing on minor accomplishments—even as simple as getting out of bed. The key is finding something that worked and building on it. Don't be afraid to pull from past successes to give yourself and the customer evidence that their decision is sound.Don't Chase Metrics—Coach the Process: Escape the "chasing the quota" trap, which leads to doubt and burnout. Instead, focus on the artfulness and process of sales—the fundamental blocking and tackling you can control. Results, they argue, will follow the process, not the quota.Lead with Certainty (Not Arrogance): Mike defines confidence as "knowing that I can do it," and arrogance as "saying I can do it better than you." Learn to internalize the certainty that you have an objective and a valuable solution, using techniques like the "make your bed" speech philosophy to set a positive precedent for the day.Tune in to learn how to conquer the "what ifs" and ensure your mindset is your strongest sales asset.Support the showScott SchlofmanMike Williams - Cell 801-635-7773 #sales #podcast #customerfirst #relationships #success #pipeline #funnel #sales success #selling #salescoach

#SalesforcePartner Rohit Khanna on AI Agents in Customer Service: How Smarsh Achieved 56% Deflection with Agentforce 360 Platform. Rohit Khanna, Chief Customer Officer at Smarsh, reveals how AI agents are revolutionizing customer service automation in financial services compliance. In this episode, learn how Smarsh implemented Salesforce Agentforce to achieve 56% deflection rates, 20% productivity gains, and transformed their customer support operations without hiring additional level-one support representatives.Discover the complete strategy behind deploying AI agents in regulated industries, from building proprietary compliance models to implementing data governance layers that ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance. Rohit shares insider insights on personalizing AI agents (meet "Archie"), managing the transition from chatbots to intelligent agents, and preparing teams for the future of agentic workflows in customer service.Key Topics Covered:- AI Agent Implementation - How Smarsh deployed Agentforce for customer service automation- Real Results - 56% deflection rate, 20% efficiency gains, 25% faster resolutions- Financial Services Compliance - Building AI models for market manipulation, fraud detection, and surveillance- Data Governance - Critical frameworks for deploying AI agents in regulated industries- Personalization Strategy - Why naming the agent "Archie" dramatically increased adoption- Future of Work - From human-in-the-loop to agent-in-the-loop workflows- GenAI vs Purpose-Built Models - When to use general purpose vs specialized compliance AI models- Customer Experience - Balancing automation with trust in financial servicesEpisode Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Rohit Khanna and Smarsh02:44 - What is Smarsh? Compliance technology explained04:13 - Building AI from the inside out: Proprietary vs partnered models07:33 - Agentforce implementation journey and challenges12:26 - Results: 56% deflection rate and productivity gains15:25 - The power of personalization: Why "Archie" matters18:21 - Trust and data governance in regulated industries22:11 - Data governance layers and policy management25:49 - Human-in-the-loop vs agent-in-the-loop29:10 - Upskilling teams for the AI-powered future32:11 - Intelligent agents for financial crime detectionAbout Rohit Khanna:Rohit Khanna is the Chief Customer Officer at Smarsh, overseeing global customer support, consulting, migrations, managed services, and Smarsh University. With nearly six years at Smarsh, Rohit has led the company's transformation into AI-powered compliance solutions, managing teams across the Philippines, India, Belfast, Costa Rica, UK, and US.About Smarsh:Smarsh is the leading compliance technology provider for regulated industries, specializing in electronic communications archiving, surveillance, and AI-powered financial crime detection. For 20 years, Smarsh has been the trusted custodian of communications data for major financial institutions worldwide, using proprietary AI models and GenAI agents to detect misconduct, reduce false positives, and ensure regulatory compliance.Resources Mentioned:- Salesforce Agentforce- Salesforce Agentforce for Service- Digital Reasoning (acquired by Smarsh)---Book Enterprise Training — [https://www.upscaile.com/](https://www.upscaile.com/)Subscribe to our free newsletter — [https://www.theaireport.ai/subscribe-theaireport-youtube](https://www.theaireport.ai/subscribe-theaireport-youtube)---What's your experience with AI agents in customer service? #AIAgents #CustomerService #Agentforce #Salesforce #ComplianceTechnology #FinancialServices #GenAI #CustomerExperience #AIAutomation #AgenticWorkflows #DataGovernance #FinancialCompliance #CustomerSupport #AIinBusiness #Smarsh

When markets are kind, anyone can look like a genius. The test arrives when conditions turn—your systems, skills, and character decide what happens next.  What are the five drivers every leader must master? The five drivers are: Self Direction, People Skills, Process Skills, Communication, and Accountability. Mastering all five creates resilient performance across cycles. In boom times (think pre-pandemic luxury hotels in Japan) tailwinds mask weak leadership; in shocks (closed borders, supply chain crunches) only strong drivers keep teams delivering. As of 2025, executives in multinationals, SMEs, and startups alike need a balanced "stack": vision and values (Self Direction), talent and trust (People), systems and analytics (Process), clear messaging and questions (Communication), and personal ownership (Accountability). If one leg is shaky, the whole table wobbles. Do now: Score yourself 1–5 on each driver; identify your lowest two and set 30-day improvement actions.  Mini-summary: Five drivers form a complete system; strength in one can't compensate for failure in another. How does Self Direction separate steady leaders from "lucky" ones? Self-directed leaders set vision, goals, and culture—and adjust fast when reality bites. Great conditions or an inherited A-team help, but hope isn't a strategy. As markets shift in APAC, the US, or Europe, leaders with grounded values and a flexible ego change course quickly; rigid, oversized egos drive firms off cliffs faster. The calibration problem is real: we need enough ego to lead, not so much that we ignore evidence. In practice that means owner-dated goals, visible trade-offs, and a willingness to reverse a decision when facts change. Do now: Write a one-page "leader operating system": purpose, top 3 goals, non-negotiable values, and the conditions that trigger a pivot.  Mini-summary: Direction + adaptability beats bravado; values anchor the pivot, not the vanity. Why are People Skills the new performance engine? Complex work killed the "hero leader"; today's results flow from psychologically safe, capability-building teams.Whether you run manufacturing in Aichi, B2B SaaS in Seattle, or retail in Sydney, you need the right people on the bus, in the right seats. Trust is the currency; without it, there is no team—only compliant individuals. Servant leadership isn't slogans; it's practical: career conversations, strengths-based job fit, and coaching cadences. Climbing over bodies might have worked in 1995; in 2025 it destroys engagement, innovation, and retention. Do now: Map your team on fit vs. aspiration. Realign one role this fortnight and schedule two growth conversations per week for the next month.  Mini-summary: Build safety, match talent to roles, and coach growth; teams create the compounding returns, not lone heroes. What Process Skills keep quality high without killing initiative? Well-designed systems prevent good people from failing; poor processes turn stars into "low performers." Leaders must separate skill gaps from system flaws. Mis-fit is common—asking a big-picture creative to live in spreadsheets, or a detail maven to blue-sky strategy all day. Across sectors, involve people in improving the workflow; people support a world they help create. And yes, even "Driver" personalities must wear an Analytical hat for the numbers that matter: current, correct, relevant. Toyota's jidoka lesson applies broadly: stop the line when a defect appears, then fix root causes. Do now: Run a 60-minute process review: map steps, assign owners, check inputs/outputs, and identify one automation or simplification per step.  Mini-summary: Design beats heroics; match roles to wiring, make data accurate, improve the system with the people who run it. How should leaders communicate to create alignment that sticks? Great leaders talk less, listen more, and ask sharper questions—then verify that messages cascade cleanly.Communication isn't a TED Talk; it's a discipline. Listen for what's not said, surface hidden risks, and test understanding down the line. In Japan, nemawashi-style groundwork builds alignment before meetings; in the US/EU, crisp owner-dated action registers keep pace high without rework. In regulated fields (finance, healthcare, aerospace), clarity reduces audit friction; in creative and GTM teams, it accelerates experiments. Do now: Install a weekly "message audit": sample three layers (manager, IC, cross-function) and ask them to restate priorities, risks, and decisions in their own words.  Mini-summary: Listen deeply, question precisely, and ensure the message survives the org chart; alignment is measured at the edges. Where does Accountability start—and how do you make it contagious? Accountability starts at the top: the buck stops with the leader, without excuses—and then cascades through coaching and controls. As of 2025, boards and regulators demand both outcomes and evidence. Strong leaders admit errors quickly, fix them publicly, and maintain systems that track results and compliance. Accountability isn't blame; it's ownership plus support: clear goals, training, checkpoints, and consequences. In startups, this prevents "move fast and break the law"; in enterprises, it fights bureaucratic drift. Do now: Publish a one-page scoreboard each Monday (KPIs, leading indicators, risks) and hold a 15-minute review where owners report facts, not stories.  Mini-summary: Model ownership, build coaching and monitoring into the cadence, and make evidence a habit—not a surprise inspection. How do you integrate the five drivers across markets and company types? Balance is contextual: tighten controls in high-risk/low-competency zones; grant autonomy in low-risk/high-competency zones. Multinationals can borrow playbooks (RACI, stage gates), but SMEs need lightweight equivalents to preserve speed. Startups should resist the "super-doer" trap by delegating outcomes early; listed firms should fight analysis paralysis by protecting experiments inside guardrails. Across Japan, the US, and Europe, leaders who pair people development with process discipline outperform through cycles because capability compounds while compliance holds. Do now: Build a "risk × competency" grid for your top workflows and adjust oversight accordingly within 48 hours. Review monthly as skills rise.  Mini-summary: Tune people and process to context; move oversight with risk and capability, not with habit. Conclusion: strength in all five, not perfection in one Leadership success is engineered, not gifted by luck. When conditions turn, Self Direction provides the compass, People Skills provide power, Process Skills provide traction, Communication provides cohesion, and Accountability provides grip. Work the system, in that order, and your organisation will keep moving—legally, safely, profitably—even when the weather's foul.  Author Credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー).

Chiefs in Trouble? Week 11 Reflections & Week 12 Bold PredictionsThe 2025 NFL season is flying by! Week 11 is wrapped, leaving the AFC playoff picture in chaos, and Week 12 is upon us. Darin Hayes of Pigskin Dispatch and analyst Ed Kleese returned to the Pig Pen to discuss the Chiefs' unexpected struggles and lay down their biggest Bold Predictions for the coming slate of games.

TOPIC: Understanding Christian Fruitfulness — Part 2 PREACHER: Rev. Dr. Ebenezer Okronipa SCRIPTURES: John 15:8 John 15:11 Matthew 5:16 Galatians 5:22–23 Philippians 1:11 Hebrews 12:11 Matthew 3:8 Acts 26:20 Hebrews 13:15 Colossians 1:10 Titus 3:8 Romans 1:13 Proverbs 11:30 Philippians 4:17 2 Corinthians 9:10 KEY POINTS (PART 2) 1. Understanding Fruit-Bearing (Recap) a. What Is “Fruit” in Scripture? Greek: Karpos (καρπός) — meaning: Result Outcome Visible evidence Advantage or profit “That which originates from something” Biblically, fruit represents the visible expression of an invisible life—the outward manifestation of the inward work of the Holy Spirit. 2. Results of Bearing Fruit Fruitfulness produces undeniable outcomes in the believer's life: a. Fruit Glorifies God — John 15:8 Your fruit is evidence that God is working through you. b. Fruit Proves Discipleship — John 15:8 A true disciple is known by the results their life produces. c. Fruit Brings Personal Joy — John 15:11 Spiritual productivity leads to deep joy and fulfillment. d. Fruit Influences the World — Matthew 5:16 Your good works shine light and draw people to Christ. 3. Types of Fruits Every Christian Must Bear 1. The Fruit of the Spirit — Galatians 5:22–23 This fruit reflects the character of Christ in the believer. The nine traits include: Love Joy Peace Longsuffering Kindness Goodness Faithfulness Gentleness Self-control These are not nine different fruits, but one fruit with nine expressions. 2. The Fruit of Righteousness — Philippians 1:11; Hebrews 12:11 Produced through obedience to God and sensitivity to the Spirit. Righteousness leads to right living and right actions. 3. The Fruit of Repentance — Matthew 3:8; Acts 26:20 True repentance produces visible change. Turning away from sin is evidence of genuine salvation. 4. The Fruit of the Lips — Hebrews 13:15 The fruit of praise and thanksgiving. A believer who abides in Christ expresses gratitude continually. 5. The Fruit of Good Works — Colossians 1:10; Titus 3:8; Matthew 5:16 Good works reveal inward faith through outward actions. This fruit blesses other people and glorifies God. 6. The Fruit of Soul-Winning — Romans 1:13; Proverbs 11:30 Paul called his converts “fruit.” Every believer is expected to reproduce spiritually by winning souls. 7. The Fruit of Generosity — Philippians 4:17; 2 Corinthians 9:10 Giving is spiritual fruit credited to the believer's account. Generosity reflects a heart of love, stewardship, and sacrifice. CONCLUSION (PART 2) Part 2 expands on what fruitfulness looks like in the Christian life. Fruit-bearing is not limited to character alone — it includes righteousness, repentance, worship, good works, soul-winning, and generosity. A fruitful Christian is one whose life produces consistent, visible, and spiritual results that glorify God and edify others.  

Dina Denham Smith is an executive coach and strategic advisor who helps senior leaders build capacity, scale impact, and thrive in complex environments. She has coached leaders at top companies including Google, Netflix, Goldman Sachs, Stripe, and Adobe.Her practical approach draws on early career experiences being placed in high-stakes leadership roles—often as the only woman in the room—managing major clients, mergers, IPOs, and strategic initiatives. She learned firsthand that top-level success requires more than expertise.Dina's framework centers on three pillars: Results (strategic focus and outcomes), Relationships (trust and influence), and Resilience (high performance without burnout).Previously, she served as EVP of a private equity firm, helping grow sales 15x, led a 75-person team at a digital agency, and began her career in consulting at PwC.She holds an MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and an MBA from the University of Michigan and is credentialed by the ICF and EMCC. A prolific thought leader, she has written 60+ leadership articles and co-authored the bestselling Emotionally Charged (Oxford, 2025). She lives in the Bay Area with her family.

John Moran joins us this week as we unpack how the Andromeda model is reshaping media buying, why creative diversification is no longer optional, and how three rapid rounds of creative iterations dropped CPA from $44 to $25 in just 10 days. We walk you through the exact playbook we used to achieve these results. If you've ever paused an ad because it “spent too much,” or you're still clinging to last-click thinking, John's proven strategy will change how you build campaigns. We break down what's working right now and why creative is the new lever that drives everything else in Meta ads. In This Episode:- Introduction: Meta's creative diversification strategy- Case study: Fixing tracking with first-click & CAPI- Ad performance after creative iterations- How Meta optimizes ad delivery & CPA- Why understanding Meta's attribution model is critical- Results, reflections, and conclusionListen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with John Moran:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnmorangads Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Connect with Lauren Petrullo:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurenepetrullo/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenpetrullo Consult Mongoose Media - https://mongoosemedia.us/ Mentioned in this episode:https://www.activecampaign.com/https://www.activecampaign.com/www.AdRoll.com/PThttps://discover.taboola.com/perpetual

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In this episode, I introduce the "Fast Track Funnel," an innovative strategy designed to optimize sales outcomes in today's saturated digital marketing environment. We have seen a lot of success since switching our sales funnels over to this system 18 months ago, so I want to share with you my insights on how to adapt your sales funnels amidst the evolving online landscape, especially with the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT.While there has never been higher content saturation than now, there are still effective strategies to keep sales funnels profitable and engaging. The Fast Track Funnel focuses on immediacy, allowing prospective clients to sign up for webinars without delay, which is crucial in our fast-paced world. By merging the webinar video with the sales page, we have created smoother transitions from content consumption to purchases.I also break down consumer behavior in this episode, emphasizing the need for transparency and control over viewing experiences to improve retention. I have some pretty compelling data to share with you which demonstrates the positive impact of the Fast Track Funnel on conversion rates, even amidst competitive pressures.This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to boost their sales performance effectively.Tune in to explore:- How shifts in digital marketing affect sales funnels- The benefits of the Fast Track Funnel for instant webinar access- Techniques to improve conversions through strategic funnel design- The significance of consumer control over content viewing- Proven methods to elevate your sales funnelsIf you're ready to refine your business strategies and thrive in the digital marketplace, this episode is filled with the practical insights and actionable advice you need!Chapters:0:00: Introduction to Fast Track Funnel0:43: The Changing Landscape of Digital Marketing4:00: Overview of the Fast Track Funnel6:39: Key Features of the Fast Track Funnel8:25: The 72-Hour Open Cart Strategy10:31: Automated Sales Sequences Explained13:14: Results from the Fast Track Funnel16:06: Webinar to Sale Conversion Rates18:07: Teaching the New Funnel Strategy18:44: Getting Help with Your Sales Funnel19:28: Conclusion and Next StepsNeed some help getting a strategic sales funnel built for YOUR business? Book a free strategy call now to get the process started: https://gillianperkins.com/100KWant to quit your job in the next 6-18 months with passive income from selling digital products online? Check out Startup Society.Have you already started your business, but it isn't generating consistent income? Schedule a free, 30-minute strategy session with our team to get unstuck!FREE Resources to Grow Your Online Business:The $100K Method Podcast Series: https://www.gillianperkins.com/the-100k-methodGrab our free course, Small Business 101: https://www.gillianperkins.com/small-business-101-free-opt-inWrite a Profit Plan for Your Business : http://gillianperkins.com/free-profit-plan Work with Gillian Perkins:Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermind Get your online biz started with Startup Society: https://startupsociety.com Learn more about Gillian: https://gillianperkins.com Instagram: @GillianZPerkins

Send us a textIn this episode, Pragya Dubey, Agility PR's VP of Global Services & Analytics, joins host Jason Mudd to discuss how AI is reshaping PR, media intelligence, and measurement for smarter, data-driven strategies.Tune in to learn more!Meet Our Guest:Our episode guest is Pragya Dubey, Agility PR Solutions' VP of Global Services & Analytics. With more than 20 years of experience across three continents, she helps organizations transform media data into meaningful insights that demonstrate ROI and elevate the impact of communications.Five things you'll learn from this episode: 1. How AI is changing the media intelligence landscape and how we can measure it2. Ways PR professionals can use AI to make smarter, data-driven decisions3. What the emerging AI landscape means for PR professionals4. How to use AI to enhance productivity and creativity in PR5. How press releases are regaining power as vital tools for AI-driven search visibilityQuotables“AI is really reshaping the way we are accessing information and our need for information.” — Pragya Dubey“PR teams can be empowered with more data-driven decisions as opposed to basing their decisions on anecdotes, or an impression, or simply instincts – that's the biggest shift.” — Pragya Dubey“AI is the assistant that PR never had that can help public relations professionals work smarter.” — Pragya Dubey"The question to ask is how AI is getting its information. AI is getting that information from the web, from Google, Yahoo, all those aggregator websites and media. So if you're not putting yourself out there more and more, you're missing out on that opportunity to be read and analyzed by AI.” — Pragya Dubey“The press release that we all thought was on life support and losing credibility year after year is suddenly the new sexy PR tool that everybody's talking about again and getting excited about.” — Jason MuddIf you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share it with a colleague or friend. You may also support us through Buy Me a Coffee or by leaving us a quick podcast review.More About Pragya DubeyPragya Dubey is Vice President of Global Services and Media Analytics at Agility PR Solutions, where she leads strategy and client success for media monitoring, measurement, and insights. With over 20 years of experience across Canada, the U.S., and India, she specializes in turning complex media data into actionable narratives that demonstrate ROI and drive smarter decision-making.Since joining Agility in 2006, she has helped clients — including Fortune 500s, governments, and nonprofits — align media analysis with strategic goals. Pragya is a passionate advocate for using meaningful metrics to elevate the role of communications.Guest's contact info and resources:Pragya Dubey on LinkedInAgility PR Solutions websiteAdditional Support the show On Top of PR is produced by Axia Public Relations, named by Forbes as one of America's Best PR Agencies. Axia is an expert PR firm for national brands. On Top of PR is sponsored by ReviewMaxer, the platform for monitoring, improving, and promoting online customer reviews.

In this episode, Daphne and Gina recap the 2025 Skate America, the fifth of the sixth Grand Prix events that took place in Lake Placid, New York, Nov. 14-16. Daphne was in Lake Placid for the event.Results: https://results.isu.org/results/season2526/gpusa2025/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/this-week-in-skating-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Vic Verchereau welcomes Doug Marek, who is President and Founder at WebLocal. In a digital and high tech world, business leaders seek to find effective ways to reach through and to gain an advantage in their respective industries. They are looking for results, because they matter. Enter Doug Marek, President and Founder of WebLocal. "Results are how we know what does and doesn't work. By creating highly customizable marketing plans, we're able to get the results we're looking for. We make sure every marketing dollar is spent wisely and position ourselves to be held accountable in order to meet our clients' needs". Leadership Lowdown host, Vic Verchereau interviews Doug Marek to get an understanding of the current challenges in a post Yellow Pages world as business leaders seek to gain traction and top of mind awareness in their industries. We are getting the latest on the web... WebLocal that is! Tune in and let's talk all about being relevant! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

What if the next 90–180 days could lock in measurable customer loyalty? In this episode, we break down a practical, no-fluff playbook for building a retention strategy that customers actually value—whether you're serving consumers or complex B2B accounts.We focus on intentional success and segmentation, identifying high-value customers and the signals that predict renewal, frequency, and advocacy. Then we narrow in on the KPIs that matter most and design loyalty mechanics that make sense: points, tiers, access, bonuses, and earned surprise moments. You'll learn why swag rarely drives loyalty, how to reduce early friction with smart onboarding, and where re-engagement triggers fit when momentum slows.We compare B2C and B2B loyalty without clichés. For B2C, convenience, delight, and timely nudges win. For B2B, loyalty must support the whole account through shared benefits like premium support, admin training, success reviews, and milestone-based usage credits. Throughout, we lean on behavioral analytics, automation that enhances relevance, and a communication cadence that drives action without fatigue.To keep programs fresh, we champion co-creation and experiential innovation—inviting customers into pilots, iterating on perks, and retiring low-impact rewards fast. Ask the Disruption Day question: what will customers need tomorrow, and how can you start building it today? This mindset turns loyalty from a cost center into a growth engine. If this resonates, subscribe, share with a teammate, and leave a quick review.Resources Mentioned:Learn more about CXI Membership™ and apply -- http://CXIMembership.comOrder your copy of Experience Is Everything -- http://experienceiseverythingbook.comExperience Investigators Website -- https://experienceinvestigators.comWant to ask a question? Visit askjeannie.vip to leave Jeannie a voicemail! (And don't forget to follow Jeannie on LinkedIn! www.linkedin.com/in/jeanniewalters/)

Why "top-down" selling backfires in Japan's big companies — and what to do instead.  Is meeting the President in Japan a guaranteed win? No — unless the President is also the owner (the classic wan-man shachō), your "coup" meeting rarely converts directly. In listed enterprises and large corporates, executive authority is diffused by consensus-driven processes. Even after a warm conversation and a visible "yes," the purchase decision typically moves into a bottom-up vetting cycle that your initial sponsor doesn't personally shepherd. In contrast, smaller firms or founder-led groups may decide quickly, much like private U.S. SMEs or European Mittelstand. The trap is assuming a Western "economic buyer" model maps 1:1 to Japan's governance norms post-Abenomics (2013–2020) and as of 2025. Treat the Presidential meeting as a door-opener, not a done deal.  Do now: Reframe the "Prez" as an access node; design your plan for everything that happens after the elevator ride down. What actually happens after the big meeting? The President typically delegates "look into this" to a direct report, and your proposal enters an internal review pipeline. A junior staffer performs due diligence, then a section head reviews and either quietly stops the process or passes it up. If momentum builds, the division head circulates a ringi-sho (稟議書) with attached materials for cross-functional stamps (hanko). Each division repeats its own research — Finance, HR, Operations — before any re-contact with you. Compared with U.S. enterprise sales where a single VP can overrule, Japan's system prioritises organisational risk-sharing and face-saving. Expect additional nemawashi (root-binding) conversations you won't see. Every change to scope, pricing, or timing restarts the paper trail.  Do now: Ask early who will run due diligence, which divisions must stamp, and what the ringi packet must include. Why do direct reports sometimes ignore an explicit instruction? Because "check this out" isn't "make this happen" — the President's role usually ends at referral, not enforcement. In large firms (think Toyota-scale keiretsu or Rakuten-class digital groups), middle management owns process integrity. A public "order" in front of you may still be interpreted as permission to evaluate, not a mandate to buy. In the U.S., sellers might push back on "we'll think about it"; in Japan, they really do need to think — collectively. That's not stonewalling; it's governance. The deal can die silently at any stage if the section head sees mis-fit, poor timing (e.g., fiscal year planning in March), or brand risk. Your best lever is equipping mid-levels with a de-risked, spec-tight story that they can defend internally.  Do now: Translate the top-level promise into mid-level proof: ROI math, references in Japan, security/PII notes, and implementation flow. How long does the ringi cycle take, and what slows it down? Longer than Western sellers expect — and it resets with every material change. The ringi-sho builds consensus by circulating for stamps across affected divisions. Each unit repeats checks (vendor risk, budget fit, labour impact under Japan's 2023 work-style reforms, data residency for APAC, etc.). If you tweak scope or price, a fresh ringi often triggers. For comparison, an American SaaS deal might hit Legal once; in Japan, Legal, Information Systems, and HR may all run independent passes. Multi-site rollouts (retail, manufacturing) compound complexity versus single-site pilots. Sellers who rush or "pressure close" risk face loss among reviewers — a reputational cost that kills not just this deal but your next.  Do now: Time-box your asks, pre-bundle likely objections, and avoid last-minute scope surprises that force a re-circulation. How should you re-engineer your enterprise sales motion for Japan? Build a two-track play: executive alignment for vision + operator enablement for approvals. Track A (C-suite): anchor on strategy, external credibility (Japan references, security attestations), and clear business impact by quarter. Track B (middle-down): deliver a ringi-ready pack — problem framing, options matrix, risk mitigations, rollout plan, KPI table (adoption, uptime targets, ROI), and case miniatures from sectors like automotive, retail, and banking. Compared with Europe (works councils) or the U.S. (deal desk), Japan's reviewer set is broader; so your artefacts must be modular and stamp-friendly. Pro tip: craft a Japanese one-pager that a 25-year-old staffer can champion without fear.  Do now: Produce a bilingual ringi kit: exec summary, cost sheet, security appendix, phased pilot plan, and internal FAQ. What if the buyer is a founder-led or SME "one-man President"? Move fast — wan-man shachō environments can green-light on the spot, but still respect downstream implementers. Owner-operators (common in construction, logistics, specialised manufacturers) align closer to U.S. founder-CEO norms: if they decide, it happens. However, success still hinges on managers who must live with the tool or training. Win speed without burning adoption by pre-agreeing a post-signature cadence: kickoff, hands-on enablement, check-ins. Contrast: in multinationals and listed firms, assume consensus first, speed second. Use segmented pipelines and forecasting models for each archetype to avoid "phantom commits" based on executive enthusiasm alone.  Do now: Qualify leadership style early; if it's founder-led, offer rapid pilot + success plan; if it's listed, budget for consensus cycles. Quick internal checklist for a ringi-ready packet Executive one-pager (JP/EN) with outcome metrics and timeline Options matrix (do nothing vs. competitor vs. your solution) Security & compliance appendix (data flows, access, audit) Costing & ROI sheet (12–36 months, with sensitivity) Implementation playbook (roles, training, support SLAs) Reference mini-cases from Japan/APAC peers Do now: Attach this checklist to every enterprise proposal in Japan.  Conclusion: Stop "selling the Prez"; start enabling the process In Japan's large corporates, the President opens a door; the organisation makes the decision. Treat the executive meeting as your starting pistol, not the finish line. Win by equipping mid-levels to say "yes" safely, designing for ringicadence, and pacing your asks. In founder-led firms, move decisively — with respect for the managers who must land the change. That's how you convert enthusiasm into signed, implemented value in Japan, as of 2025.  FAQs Is aggressive closing effective in Japan? No. Pushy tactics create face risk for reviewers and can stall the ringi process; equip, don't pressure.  Do all Japanese companies work this way? No. Founder-led SMEs can decide top-down; listed and multinational firms lean consensus-first.  What documents speed approval? A bilingual, ringi-ready packet: exec summary, ROI, security, rollout, and references.  Next steps for leaders/executives Map the approval path (divisions, stamps, timelines). Build a standard ringi pack and local references. Train your team on Japan-specific cadence and language. Segment forecasts by "founder-led" vs. "listed corporate."  Author credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). Greg also publishes daily business insights on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosts six weekly podcasts. On YouTube, he produces The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews, which are widely followed by executives seeking success strategies in Japan.

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Discover the benefits of High Intensity Decreasing Interval Training (High D) and how it can help you achieve elite endurance performance. Based on a 2020 study, this in-depth video delves into the different types of interval training, comparing their efficiency in maximizing VO2 max levels. Learn why this method could be a game-changer for your aerobic capacity and endurance, and understand the potential drawbacks and variability in effectiveness across different athletes. The video also provides practical tips on incorporating these intervals into your training regimen, making it ideal for serious cyclists looking to gain a competitive edge.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to High Intensity Decreasing Interval Training00:41 Understanding VO2 Max and High D02:08 Different Types of Intervals05:02 Results and Analysis of the Study07:18 Practical Applications and Considerations12:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This week on the Reiki Lifestyle Podcast we welcome our dear friend and colleague, Dr. Martha Lacy—retired physician, Reiki Master Teacher, astrologer, and gifted potter. After 40 years in medicine, including 33 years at Mayo Clinic specializing in hematology and oncology, Martha now shares her wisdom through Reiki, astrology, and creative practice. In this inspiring conversation, Martha takes us inside her journey from the medical world into Reiki and spiritual practices, and how she now teaches self-care as a vital skill for everyday life. She shares stories from her work with multiple myeloma patients, including how Reiki empowered them with peace and relief, and how mindfulness, meditation, connection with nature, and creativity support both healing and wholeness. We also explore the balance of left brain and right brain awareness, how Reiki supercharges self-care practices, and Martha's insights into the current astrological cycles shaping our collective experience. Highlights from this episode: ●      Martha's story of transitioning from physician to Reiki Master Teacher ●      How Reiki enhances mindfulness, meditation, and creative flow ●      Simple, accessible self-care practices for daily life ●      The role of right brain consciousness in healing stress and anxiety ●      Real patient stories from her time leading Reiki studies at Mayo Clinic ●      Astrology insights on today's planetary shifts and what they mean for us ●      Pottery as a Reiki-infused creative outlet for beauty and balance Whether you're navigating personal healing, exploring Reiki, or simply looking for ways to bring more peace and flow into your life, this conversation will leave you inspired. Listen Now and join the conversation on the Reiki Lifestyle Podcast! Guest Info:Find Martha Lacy for Reiki, astrology, and pottery offerings. Website: MarthaLacy.com https://www.marthalacy.com Instagram: @Pathfinder Ceramics Facebook: at Pathfinder Pottery ✨Connect with Colleen and Robyn  Classes: https://reikilifestyle.com/classes-page/ FREE Distance Reiki Share: https://reikilifestyle.com/community/  Podcast: https://reikilifestyle.com/podcast/ (available on all major platforms too) Website: https://reikilifestyle.com/ Colleen Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReikiLifestyle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reikilifestyleofficialempo **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction which support the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional health care providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional health care providers may offer. Results vary by individual.

Interview with Paul Gow, CEO, Tribeca ResourcesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/tribeca-resources-trbc-why-copper-start-up-is-hitting-it-big-2978Recording date: 14th November 2025Tribeca Resources Corporation has rapidly emerged as a focused copper exploration company in northern Chile, backed by a recent C$6.5 million financing that exceeded its original C$5 million target. The raise, completed in a strengthening copper market, brought 82 investors onto the register, including 67 new shareholders, and diversified ownership while still keeping management significantly aligned through a 22% stake. This capital provides roughly 18 months of runway and positions the TSX Venture-listed junior to advance a three-project portfolio across several of Chile's most prolific copper belts.At the core of Tribeca's strategy is a portfolio approach to early-stage exploration, designed to manage the inherent risk of discovery. The flagship La Higuera project, located in Chile's coastal iron oxide copper gold (IOCG) belt, is the most advanced asset, with about 10,000 meters of drilling completed. Results outline a 1.5-kilometer mineralized strike with broad copper intersections amenable to open-pit, bulk-tonnage development. Low all-in drilling costs of roughly 300 USD per meter, shallow cover, and strong infrastructure support an efficient exploration model. Planned 4,000-meter drilling will expand known zones, test additional targets, and refine the project toward eventual resource definition, while metallurgical work highlights copper, gold, magnetite, and cobalt recovery potential.Complementing La Higuera, the newly acquired Jiguata project offers high-risk, high-reward exposure to a large porphyry system in a belt hosting world-class deposits such as Chuquicamata. A back-end loaded, five-year option agreement totaling 15 million USD minimizes early cash outlay and mandates 3,000 meters of deep drilling to properly test the system. Tribeca aims to generate clear technical outcomes that can either justify a major joint venture or allow disciplined exit. A third project, Chiricuto, remains in the portfolio as an earlier-stage opportunity, underscoring the company's willingness to follow data and recycle assets as value and results dictate.Tribeca augments traditional geological expertise with artificial intelligence, partnering with WovenAI to interrogate Chile's SIGEX database of more than 1,200 prospects and rank the top IOCG targets for potential acquisition. Operating with a lean team and directing a high proportion of capital into the ground, the company offers investors leveraged exposure to copper discovery in a tier-one jurisdiction, balancing near-term advancement at La Higuera with the scale potential of Jiguata and future AI-driven project generation.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/tribeca-resourcesSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

✅ Silicon Valley entrepreneurship takes on a whole new meaning in this conversation with Lin Wu, whose extraordinary journey from a broom shop to a Fortune 500 technology executive embodies the true immigrant entrepreneur story, the evolution of Silicon Valley history, and the modern pressures of AI and the future of work. In this episode, we explore the insights, lessons, and pivotal moments that shaped one of the earliest engineers in Silicon Valley—and what his story means for anyone navigating today's rapidly shifting tech landscape.If you're researching how Silicon Valley really works, how careers in tech evolve, or whether innovation still lives in the Valley, this episode brings clarity. Listeners searching for how to break into tech, how AI is changing software jobs, or how immigrants succeed in entrepreneurship will hear real-world stories from someone who lived through the transistor revolution, the birth of mainframes, and the rise of venture-backed startups. Lin Wu provides candid insight into how the industry has changed—and what remains timeless.For founders, engineers, and professionals evaluating where to build their career, Lin breaks down the competitive realities of today's tech ecosystem, from tech career advice to the impact of rise of AI in tech, chip war and semiconductor industry dynamics, and the truth about cost of living in Silicon Valley. His decades of experience at IBM, Fujitsu partnerships, and startup building reveal how today's challenges mirror—and differ from—the early days of modern computing.This video helps answer key questions people frequently search:Is Silicon Valley still worth moving to?How will AI reshape software careers?Can immigrants still achieve the American Dream?How should students choose majors for the future economy?Where is the AI race between the U.S. and China actually heading?Lin Wu's wisdom offers not just answers—but perspective. You'll walk away with actionable insights on innovation, mindset, adaptability, and how to thrive as technology undergoes the biggest transition since the birth of the PC.⭐ Timestamps (15:36 total)00:00 – Introduction to Lin Wu01:00 – Immigrant beginnings and early struggles02:00 – Paying for school and first jobs in America03:00 – Entering the Ivy League and meeting IBM04:00 – Mainframe computing and the birth of Silicon Valley05:00 – Venture capital and the first startup experience06:00 – The Japanese partnership and technology transfer07:00 – Growing a company into the Fortune 50008:00 – Then vs. Now: Evolution of Silicon Valley09:00 – AI, chips, Nvidia, and the U.S.–China tech race10:00 – Remote work, Austin & Miami migrations11:00 – The American Dream then and now12:00 – How the iPhone changed tech forever13:00 – Who is winning the LLM race?14:00 – Career advice for the next generation15:00 – How to find Lin Wu's book⭐ Hashtags#SiliconValley #Entrepreneurship #LinWu #ImmigrantSuccess #AIRevolution #TechCareers #StartupLife #AmericanDream #SiliconValleyHistory #FutureOfWork #AIandTech #SemiconductorIndustry #Nvidia #TSMC #VentureCapitalTo check out the YouTube (video podcast), visit: https://www.youtube.com/@drchrisloomdphdDisclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.  Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphdSubscribe to our email list: https://financial-freedom-podcast-with-dr-loo.kit.com/Thank you to all of our sponsors and advertisers that help support the show!Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2025

The great importance of redesigning Tier 1 instruction that ensures deeper learning for all students. The research shows huge benefits to students and their teachers including higher achievement, closure of gaps among all reporting categories of students, increased attendance, lower misbehavior, and increased teacher satisfaction and retention.Michael was last on the podcast with me in 2022, talking about student agency.Is education about teaching or developingDeveloping humans is much different than teaching studentsDevice centric development - similar to addictionEpidemic of anxiety because of screen timeBrain matter loss around the areas of the brain necessary for deep learning and deep readingLegacy system (our current system) - Around controlSomething happened at the pandemicWe put kids on computers constantlyMaldevelopment in the brain - device parentingSchool's optional is the other thing we taught with our response to the pandemicWhen you're on a device, all the human side is not developing. Most connected society ever and the most lonely society ever Teachers have been underinvested in and have a curriculum and type that is difficult to engage kidsHow to develop character, empathy, and relationships among students and their peers. How to do this at scale. You can't intervene your way to successTraditional classrooms remove autonomyUnstructured groups creates unstructured learningAbility-grouping is the worstDiscussion protocols, team members, etc. Productive Struggle - is a key element that leads to learning moving forwardToolbox of strategies given to students How to get kids unstuck without giving the answerPower of shared background knowledge Easy to conflate teaching with learningThe Baseball ExperimentBabies build brain cells fast, but they don't make neural connectionsWhat gets exercised in a brain gets developedOne factor and one factor only changes neocortex: wealth of the family. Needs productive struggle to growRigor walk on Instructional EmpowermentJust above ability levelTime is an issue - how do you teach in this way in a slower pathKids also test better if they can critically think about the informationThe more you use AI the hippocampus shrinksHow to be a transformative principal? Look at who's doing the work: teacher or student?Library for deeper learningAbout Michael Toth: Michael D. Toth (LinkedIn, X) is founder and CEO of Instructional Empowerment and leads IE's Applied Research Center. He is also the author of the multi-award-winning book The Power of Student Teams with David Sousa; author of Who Moved My Standards; and co-author with Robert Marzano of The Essentials of a Standards-Driven Classroom, School Leadership for Results, and Teacher Evaluation that Makes a Difference. Michael is a keynote speaker at conferences and coaches and mentors superintendents on creating a bold instructional vision, designing and launching a high-functioning cabinet team, transforming Tier 1 core instruction, and leading systems-based school advancement. Throughout Michael's career, he has been privileged to collaborate with some of the top researchers and thinkers in education. His past key roles include CEO of Learning Sciences International (LSI), President of the National Center for the Profession of Teaching, and University Faculty Grant Director for research and development grants. LinkedLeaders: You need support. Get just-in-time mentoring at LinkedLeaders.comWe're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

In this episode we share our early struggles of trying to exercise our way out of poor habits, lessons learned from great coaches, and the uncomfortable reality of why “your way” hasn't worked so far — because if it did, you wouldn't still be stuck. In this episode, we get real about what it actually takes to improve your body and health long-term. If you want a new outcome, you must create new habits because the hard truth is: If nothing changes, nothing changes. We share the emotional, uncomfortable, and empowering journey of choosing change over excuses. You'll learn why shortcuts fail, how habits shape your future, and what it really means to “choose your hard.”Perfect for you if you're constantly starting over, stuck in a plateau, or sick of quick fixes that don't last. You will learn…Habits that keep you stuckWhy change feels scary (and why that's normal)“Choosing your hard” the truth behind sacrificeHow to avoid the quick-fix trapWhy consistency is greater than perfection every single timeHow we can help you -• The Weight Loss Podcast Facebook Group – Our free community group! Come hang out with us and other like-minded fans of the show. Fun, learning and inspiration all guaranteed!• Calories Not Included – 87 fast, flexible and family-friendly recipes for people who are sick of weighing their lettuce.These recipes have been hand-picked by us out of our coaching program for busy people who want to look, feel and function better...without living by a set of rules and without the diet drama.You receive the book via instant digital download/email, and the book itself is ready to be printed for those who prefer their copies physical!• The Weight Loss Podcast Classroom – Our structured, affordable 12-week introductory education and support program proven to help busy people like you know exactly where to start, how to get on track and stay on track.Get started on a proven step-by-step path to taking control over your emotional eating, building healthy and sustainable habits that give you energy every day, improve your strength, fitness, body shape and confidence — without counting calories, following some silly unsustainable diet, dodgy supplements, expensive medications or feeling like you have to exercise for 300 hours per week.You will learn more in 12 weeks than you have the past 5-10 years when it comes to exercise, nutrition, habits and real, sustainable healthy change. That's our promise to you.• The Weight Loss Podcast Academy – If you need personalised support as well as accountability, education, structure and direction from Matt and Courtney themselves, then get all the details on The Weight Loss Podcast Academy here. This is our coaching program where we teach you everything you need to know and we do it right there with you via coaching, accountability, support and guidance from us personally. We accept clients via application only and work with people for a minimum of 12+ months (most stay for 2-3 years).NOTE - we accept roughly 4% of applications we receive. What we do isn't for everyone and we are very selective as to who we invest our own time, energy and expertise into. Results...

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored episode. Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show.  ✅ Franchising is one of the most powerful paths to predictable business ownership for doctors, dentists, attorneys, and high-income professionals looking to diversify their income and reduce dependence on W-2 income streams. In this episode, franchise expert Jon Ostenson breaks down how today's market makes non-food franchising, service-based franchises, and semi-absentee franchises uniquely attractive — especially for investors seeking scalable, operator-supported businesses.If you've been searching for how to build alternative income, how franchising compares with real estate, what franchise ROI looks like, or what types of franchises fit busy professionals, this conversation answers those exact questions. Jon explains how different franchise models solve the common frustrations professionals face: lack of time, lack of proven business systems, and the desire for passive or semi-passive income. His “executive model” approach shows how a strong operator + franchisor support can help you run a franchise without replacing your full-time career.This episode gives clarity on what franchise categories are performing well, what to avoid, what makes certain brands strong investments, and how to conduct proper franchise due diligence. Jon also shares insights from helping hundreds of investors nationwide — showing you how the right franchise can deliver strong returns, tax advantages, and long-term asset value without the risks of startups or the delays of business acquisition. ⏱️ Timestamps — 15:36 Total Runtime00:00 – Welcome + Introduction00:28 – Why franchising is exploding01:45 – Why high-income professionals are entering franchising03:02 – What to look for in a franchise04:14 – Franchise ROI vs real estate06:18 – Best industries in non-food franchising07:15 – Who is buying franchises today?08:30 – Real examples of top-performing franchises10:00 – Franchising vs startups vs acquisition12:05 – Owner-operator vs semi-absentee vs passive models13:50 – Pitfalls to avoid + how Jon helps clients14:50 – How to connect with Jon OstensonTo connect with Jon, visit: https://www.franbridgeconsulting.com/

Lake Erie is known for its Walleye. However, it supports some of the best Smallmouth Bass fishing on the planet. The Lake has a thriving population, but little is known about the Smallmouth Bass that live in its tributaries. Today, we interview Zak Slagle a Biologist for the ODNR. Zak and his team are in the process of studying the seasonal movements and behaviors of Lake Erie tributary Smallmouth Bass. Results indicate there is a distinct tributary Smallmouth population different from the lake population. These fish exhibit strong homing behavior. If you are interested in Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass or just love to fish, this podcast is for you.

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It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: It's World Diabetes Day and we have a LOT of news to get to! Daily oral insulin tested to prevent T1D, mothers and sons and a T1D link, stem cell updates, Tandem Android news, Omnipod's workplace campaign and more! Find out how to submit your Community Commercial Find out more about Moms' Night Out  Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom   Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Twitter Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.com Episode transcription with links:   Hello and welcome to Diabetes Connections In the News! I'm Stacey Simms and every other Friday I bring you a short episode with the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. It's world diabetes day! It is marked every year on 14 November, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922.   WDD was created in 1991 by International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization and became an official United Nations Day in 2006 with the passage of United Nations Resolution 61/225. There will be a ton of stuff in your feeds today and that's great! I'm going to keep this to a pretty normal in the news episode.. although I do have my own World Diabetes Day announcement – I want YOUR community commercials. You could have an ad for your event or your blog or your project right here! There's a post on the website explaining it all and I'll come back at the end of the episode and tell you more. XX The Primary Oral Insulin Trial (POInT) is the first large-scale clinical trial to test whether giving at-risk children daily oral insulin could prevent or delay type 1 diabetes (T1D). Conducted by researchers from Helmholtz Munich and the Technical University of Munich across five European countries, the study enrolled more than 1,000 children with a genetic risk for T1D. Results published in The Lancet show that while oral insulin did not prevent the development of islet autoantibodies—an early sign of diabetes—it was safe and well tolerated. Importantly, researchers found that some children who received oral insulin developed diabetes more slowly than those given a placebo, suggesting potential protective effects in certain genetic subgroups.   Further analysis revealed that the response to treatment depended on the child's insulin gene variant. Children with genetic versions that raise diabetes risk appeared to benefit, showing delayed onset of the disease, while those without the risk variant did not. These findings point toward a future of personalized prevention, where genetic screening could help identify which children might benefit most from oral insulin. Researchers will continue following the participants until age 12 to assess long-term effects. The study marks a major milestone in decades of diabetes prevention research, highlighting both the promise and complexity of developing tailored, early interventions against type 1 diabetes. XX Joint US-Chinese research looking at generating new beta cells from stomach cells. Upon turning on the "genetic switch," the human stomach cells were converted to insulin-secreting cells within the mice and resembled pancreatic beta cells with respect to gene and protein expression. Encouragingly, when those experiments were done with diabetic mice, insulin secreted from the transformed human cells helped control blood sugar levels and ameliorated diabetes. The scientists hope that a similar approach can be taken to convert cells from a patient's own stomach into insulin-secreting cells directly within the body. Importantly, additional studies are needed to address if this approach is safe and effective to be used in patients. https://www.technologynetworks.com/cell-science/news/human-stomach-cells-tweaked-to-make-insulin-406694 XX A new study in Nature Metabolism may help explain why children born to mothers with type 1 diabetes are less likely to develop the disease early in life compared to those whose fathers or siblings have it. Researchers looked at nearly 2,000 mothers and their children and found that  kids whose moms have type 1 diabetes show changes in their DNA that may actually help protect them. These aren't genetic mutations, but epigenetic changes — chemical tags that turn certain genes on or off. The study found these changes in genes tied to the immune system and type 1 diabetes risk, suggesting that a mother's condition during pregnancy can shape her child's immune response in a protective way. Scientists identified more than 500 areas of DNA where these changes occurred, many in regions that control how the body's immune system works. Most of the changes appeared to calm down the kind of overactive immune response that leads to type 1 diabetes. Researchers even created a "methylation score" to help measure this protective effect. They say the next step is to confirm these results in more diverse groups and figure out exactly how these DNA changes help prevent early diabetes. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251110/Maternal-type-1-diabetes-may-protect-children-from-developing-the-disease.aspx XX A new study from Karolinska Institutet and Stockholm University reveals that sons born to mothers with type 1 diabetes may develop early vascular dysfunction—independently of metabolic health. The finding may help shape future strategies to prevent cardiovascular disease early in life.     Children of women with type 1 diabetes are known to be at increased risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. This new study, published in Cell Reports Medicine, is the first to show that the risk is linked to early dysfunction in blood vessel cells in sons, even before any metabolic issues arise. The team is now investigating the long-term effects of maternal diabetes, with a particular focus on why sons seem to be affected earlier than daughters. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-11-sons-mothers-diabetes-early-vascular.html XX A new study presented at Kidney Week 2025 has shown that the drug finn-uh-near-own  a nonsteroidal mineralocorticoid-receptor antagonist, significantly reduced albuminuria—a key marker of kidney damage—in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). This is the first major breakthrough for this population in more than 30 years. Researchers found that patients taking finerenone saw a 25% average reduction in albuminuria compared to placebo, an improvement that suggests a lower long-term risk for dialysis or kidney transplant. The phase 3 FINE-ONE trial involved 242 adults with T1D and CKD, and results showed benefits as early as three months. The drug was generally well tolerated, with side effects similar to those seen in patients with type 2 diabetes, though mild hyperkalemia (high potassium levels) was slightly more common. Experts say the findings could change the way doctors treat kidney complications in type 1 diabetes, an area that hasn't seen new therapies since the early 1990s. Currently, treatment options rely on blood pressure and blood sugar management, along with renin-angiotensin system (RAS) inhibitors. Finerenone, which is already approved for type 2 diabetes-related CKD, targets overactivation of a receptor that drives kidney damage. Based on these results, Bayer plans to seek FDA approval in 2026 for use in people with T1D and CKD. Researchers and clinicians alike are calling the study "groundbreaking," noting that it opens the door to future research on how finerenone might not just slow kidney decline—but possibly prevent it altogether. https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/finerenone-offers-hope-kidney-disease-type-1-diabetes-2025a1000uzi?form=login   XX This week, Tandem Diabetes Care (Nasdaq:TNDM) announced a major milestone for its Mobi miniature durable insulin pump system. San Diego-based Tandem revealed that it received FDA approval for the Android version of its Mobi mobile app. Clearance brings Mobi — which the company describes as the world's smallest, durable automated insulin delivery system — to more users. The pump, which pairs with Tandem's Control-IQ+ algorithm, previously worked with iOS software.   Tandem — one of the largest diabetes tech companies in the world — expects to begin a limited rollout next month, followed by full commercial availability in early 2026. This marks the latest milestone for the company, which continues to expand its offerings and widen its reach within the diabetes patient population.   We had a great interview with Tandem on our previous episode, but as I said at the time, it was coming before their earnings call. So here's an update: The company plans to submit the tubeless mobi to the fda before the end of this year.. possible approval and shipping date is hoped for by middle of 2026. Trials for their fully closed loop next-generation algorithm which we tlkaed abou ton the show should be launched in 2026 The Sigi patch pump will be developed and launched as a next-generation version of the Mobi Great job by Dr. David ? Ahn – he posted on IG after getting a message from tandem CEO John Sheridan? 1. First, the Tandem X3 *is* still absolutely in development, contrary to my speculation In yesterday's video. As many of you appropriately pointed out, there is definitely a market for a 300 unit pump, a pump with a screen, and a pump that does not require smartphone control. So from our brief chat, the sense I got that is that the X3 would be more of a refresh of the X2 with newer components, such as a USB-C connector and better memory, rather than a total redesign from the ground up. In terms of timing, all I could get was that it was "not too far distant in the future," which could mean anything I guess, but at least it's still on the way! 2. Next up, he also reassured me that they are working closely with Dexcom to support the G7 15 Day sensor within the next few months. I suspected as much, but it's always good to hear confirmation. 3. Lastly, he did confirm that Tandem is far along in developing a Caregiver/Follow app to allow the remote viewing of glucose and insulin data from a Tandem pump. He explained that it will be based on Sugarmate, the popular diabetes data dashboard app that Tandem acquired back in Jun 2020. While I don't know if every feature will make it into the Tandem caregiver app, Sugarmate is well-liked for its highly customizable dashboard and highly configurable alerts. Sugarmate even has the option to send a text message or phone call for urgent lows. Regardless, a true follow/Caregiver app will be welcomed with open arms by all caregivers and Tandem users who use Libre 3 Plus. https://time.com/7318020/worlds-top-healthtech-companies-2025/ XX Senseonics submits Eversense 365 – their year long implantable CGM for a CE mark, European Approval and expect to launch there soon. Eversense will be integrated with the sequel twist pump – again I'm hearing soon but no timeline. Intersting to note that one year inseration was approved in the US just about a year ago, so the first patients will be having their CGMs changed out – for the first time – pretty soon. https://www.drugdeliverybusiness.com/senseonics-q2-2025-sales-beat-ce-mark/ XX A confusing study out of Rutgers - these researcher say  metformin reduces some of the key benefits normally gained from regular physical activity. These include improvements in blood vessel health, physical fitness, and the body's ability to regulate blood sugar. Since 2006, doctors have typically encouraged patients with elevated blood sugar levels to combine metformin with exercise, expecting that the two proven treatments would produce stronger results together. However, the new research suggests this may not be the case. In this study, Exercise alone improved vascular insulin sensitivity, meaning blood vessels responded better to insulin and allowed more blood flow to muscles. This matters because insulin's ability to open blood vessels helps shuttle glucose out of the bloodstream and into tissues, lowering blood sugar after meals. But when metformin was added, the improvements shrank. The drug also diminished gains in aerobic fitness and reduced the positive effects on inflammation and fasting glucose. The findings don't mean people should stop taking metformin or exercising, Malin said. Instead, it raises urgent questions for doctors about how the two treatments can be combined and the need for close monitoring. Malin hopes future research will uncover strategies that preserve the benefits of both. https://scitechdaily.com/popular-diabetes-drug-metformin-may-cancel-out-exercise-benefits-study-warns/ XX XX https://www.medtechdive.com/news/Revvity-Sanofi-diabetes-test-Kihealth-seed-round/802133/   XX Dexcom recalled an Android app for its G6 glucose sensor due to a software problem that could cause the app to terminate unexpectedly. The issue could cause users to miss alarms, alerts or notifications related to estimated glucose values, according to a Food and Drug Administration database entry posted Oct. 30. The glucose sensor and the app are still available, but Dexcom required users to update the app to a new version. Dexcom began the recall on Aug. 28. The FDA designated the event as a Class 1 recall, the most serious kind. Dexcom sent a notification to customers in September about the software bug, which applies to version 1.15 of the G6 Android app. To use the app, customers must update it to a new version, according to the entry. https://www.medtechdive.com/news/dexcom-recall-g6-cgm-app/804630/ XX https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/automated-insulin-delivery-boosts-glycemic-control-youth-2025a1000ub3 XX Tidepool partners with smart ring maker OURA.. press release says: to support a groundbreaking dataset intended to be broadly available for diabetes research, with participation limited to individuals who opt in through Tidepool.         Tidepool will pair biometric data from Oura Ring – sleep, activity, heart rate, temperature trends, and menstrual cycles – with diabetes device data, including continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps. The result will provide researchers with an unprecedented dataset to accelerate the development of new clinical guidelines, next-generation diabetes technology, and personalized care models.   Recruitment is expected to launch in early 2026 through an IRB-approved study. By opting in to this study, participants consent to sharing their data with Tidepool's Big Data Donation Project, where data is de-identified and, with participant consent, shared with academics, researchers, and industry innovators to accelerate diabetes research. https://aijourn.com/tidepool-collaborates-with-oura-to-advance-inclusive-diabetes-research-through-wearables/ XX Eli Lilly launches two new clinical trials for baricitinib. These phase 3 trials will investigate whether the drug can delay T1D onset or progression and will open for recruitment soon. Baricitinib has the potential to extend the "honeymoon period" of T1D, meaning that it could preserve remaining insulin-producing beta cells earlier in disease progression. More beta cells mean better blood sugar management—and potentially reduced long-term complications. JAK inhibitors, including baricitinib, are already FDA-approved for other autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, alopecia, and more. JAK signaling pathways are associated with overactive immune responses, so blocking this pathway may turn down the immune response. The phase 2 Breakthrough T1D-funded BANDIT study was key in showing that this drug is safe and effective in T1D. Importantly, baricitinib is a once-daily oral pill—meaning its use is simple and easy.   https://www.breakthrought1d.org/news-and-updates/two-new-trials-baricitinib-to-delay-t1d/ XX   Insulet is taking diabetes awareness into the workplace. Having found 79% of people with diabetes have faced bias or misunderstanding at work, the medtech giant is rolling out a range of resources intended to trigger changes in how workplaces approach the condition. Lots going on for Diabetes Awareness month.. some notables.. Insulet's "The Day Diabetes Showed up to Work" campaign. based on a survey of almost 10,000 people 79% of people with diabetes have faced bias or misunderstanding at work,.   Almost 90% of people with diabetes surveyed reported experiencing barriers at work due to their condition, and more than 40% of people with diabetes and caregivers said they have workplace-related anxiety tied to the metabolic disease. Around one-quarter of respondents reported fears that diabetes could limit opportunities or lead to workplace discrimination and judgment, and a similar proportion of people said they conceal their condition. https://www.fiercepharma.com/marketing/widespread-workplace-challenges-people-diabetes-spark-insulet-campaign XX New directive issued by the Trump administration could mean people seeking visas to live in the U.S. might be rejected if they have certain medical conditions, including diabetes or obesity.   The guidance, issued in a cable the State Department sent to embassy and consular officials and examined by KFF Health News, directs visa officers to deem applicants ineligible to enter the U.S. for several new reasons, including age or the likelihood they might rely on public benefits.   The guidance says that such people could become a "public charge" — a potential drain on U.S. resources — because of their health issues or age.   The cable's language appears at odds with the Foreign Affairs Manual, the State Department's own handbook, which says that visa officers cannot reject an application based on "what if" scenarios, Wheeler said.   The guidance directs visa officers to develop "their own thoughts about what could lead to some sort of medical emergency or sort of medical costs in the future," he said. "That's troubling because they're not medically trained, they have no experience in this area, and they shouldn't be making projections based on their own personal knowledge or bias."   Immigrants already undergo a medical exam by a physician who's been approved by a U.S. embassy. https://www.npr.org/2025/11/12/nx-s1-5606348/immigrants-visas-health-conditions-trump-guidance XX SAN DIEGO---Nov. 14, 2025—DexCom, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXCM), the global leader in glucose biosensing, today unveiled 16 new diabetes advocates to represent people living with diabetes globally as part of Dexcom's World Diabetes Day campaign. The advocates – ranging from ages six to 68, spanning various types of diabetes, and hailing from four continents and five countries – were selected from 1,000 open call submissions based on their experiences advocating for people with diabetes in their communities. While each person's experience with diabetes is unique, they share a common passion for advocacy – and use of Dexcom's glucose biosensing technology. "Through advocacy, I strive to show others, especially children and newly diagnosed patients, that diabetes is not a limitation but an opportunity to grow stronger, inspire resilience and pursue ambitious goals," said Maria Alejandra Jove Valerio, one of Dexcom's new advocates. "What began as a diagnosis at age seven has grown into a lifelong mission to uplift others." This effort represents the first time Dexcom has sourced voices from the broader diabetes community specifically for its World Diabetes Day campaign, reinforcing Dexcom's history of and commitment to giving real people with diabetes a platform to share their story on a global stage. Through engaging, editorial-style portraits and deeply personal stories, the campaign highlights each advocate's personal experience with diabetes, what misconceptions about diabetes they'd like to dispel and how they want to inspire others with diabetes to discover what they're made of. To prepare for the spotlight, the group of advocates met in Los Angeles for a World Diabetes Day photoshoot which included a surprise visit from Grammy-nominated artist, actor, producer and Dexcom Warrior Lance Bass and author, producer, actress and Stelo*Ambassador Retta. This visit offered the advocates an opportunity to exchange stories and personal perspectives on the meaning of diabetes advocacy and how they live it each day. Behind the lens at the shoot was another member of the diabetes community—photographer Tommy Lundberg who lives with Type 1 diabetes. "Directing this photoshoot was nothing short of inspiring. Each of these advocates has a unique an XX On what would have been the 100th birthday of its visionary founder Alfred E. Mann, MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD), in partnership with Alfred E. Mann Charities and The Diabetes Link, announced the launch of the Centennial Al Mann Scholarship. The new program will distribute $100,000 in scholarship funds to support at least 10 young adult students living with diabetes as they pursue higher education in life sciences.   Launched in Diabetes Awareness Month, the scholarship program honors Alfred E. Mann's enduring legacy of innovation, philanthropy, and his lifelong commitment to improving the quality of human life through medical advancement. Deeply passionate about giving back, Mr. Mann believed that his success should continue to serve humanity long after his passing, a belief that lives on through this initiative.   Each scholarship recipient will be awarded up to $10,000, distributed in annual installments of $2,500 throughout the course of their studies. Depending on the length of their degree program, recipients may receive between two and four installments (up to the full $10,000 per student). The first awards will be made for the 2026 academic year.   "Al Mann dedicated his life to helping people with serious medical conditions live longer, healthier lives. This scholarship is a reflection of that spirit," said Michael Castagna, PharmD, Chief Executive Officer of MannKind Corporation. "By supporting students living with diabetes who are pursuing careers in the life sciences and adjacent fields, we're honoring Al's legacy and investing in the future of innovation and care. This program is about giving back to the community we serve and empowering the next generation to carry forward Al's mission of making a meaningful difference in people's lives."   Alfred E. Mann Charities and MannKind will partner with The Diabetes Link to launch the program to serve young adults (aged 18-22) living with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes with their higher education goals. Those eligible will include incoming freshmen and current students pursuing 2- or 4-year degrees. The application window will open in early 2026, and for those interested in receiving notifications, an early interest form is available. More information about the scholarship will be shared on thediabeteslink.org.   "We're honored to partner with MannKind to expand access to higher education for young adults with diabetes," said Manuel Hernández, Chief Executive Officer of The Diabetes Link. "At a time when the cost of college continues to rise, this scholarship helps ease the financial burden and carries forward the spirit of Al Mann, whose vision and legacy continue to inspire us."   Mr. Mann was MannKind's Chairman of the Board from 2001 until his passing in February 2016 and served as Chief Executive Officer from November 2003 until January 2015. Driven by a desire to improve lives and fill unmet medical needs, for more than six decades he founded 17 companies and developed breakthrough medical devices, including insulin pumps, cochlear implants, cardiac pacemakers and retinal prostheses. In 1997, Mr. Mann saw the potential of a dry powder insulin formulation to change the way diabetes is treated and invested nearly $1 billion to help bring Afrezza® (insulin human) Inhalation Powder to market.   About MannKind MannKind Corporation (Nasdaq: MNKD) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming chronic disease care through innovative, patient-centric solutions. Focused on cardiometabolic and orphan lung diseases, we develop and commercialize treatments that address serious unmet medical needs, including diabetes, pulmonary hypertension, and fluid overload in heart failure and chronic kidney disease.   With deep expertise in drug-device combinations, MannKind aims to deliver therapies designed to fit seamlessly into daily life.   Learn more at mannkindcorp.com.   About Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. became active in 2016, following the passing of the organization's benefactor, Alfred E. Mann. Throughout his life, Al was passionate about philanthropy and was dedicated to prolonging and improving the quality of human lives through innovation in the fields of healthcare and the use of medical devices. It was important to Al that his success and assets continue to better human lives even after his own passing.   Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. (formerly known as Alfred E. Mann Family Foundation) has similarly placed its primary focus on healthcare and medical innovation, as our organization believes this is where we can have the greatest impact on humanity and human health throughout the world. Alfred E. Mann Charities, Inc. is also dedicated to promoting arts, culture, education, and community development across Los Angeles and throughout the world in order to best serve people and this planet.   Learn more at aemanncharities.org.   About The Diabetes Link The Diabetes Link is the only national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young adults living with diabetes. Founded by and for young adults, The Link serves this community through peer support, leadership opportunities, and practical, evidence-based resources designed for real life. Its network of campus and community chapters, active online community, and robust Resource Hub help young adults navigate the transitions of early adulthood while managing diabetes. 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