Podcasts about right questions

AI, Spiritual Deception & Learning to Ask God the Right Questions | KIB 533 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Description Are we asking God the wrong questions in this generation? In Episode 533 of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake examine the growing spiritual deception surrounding AI, data centers, propaganda, counterfeit spirituality, and the coming pressures of Mystery Babylon. This powerful briefing challenges believers to move beyond shallow Christianity and learn how to seek the Kingdom of God with discernment, covenant faithfulness, and spiritual maturity. Dr. Lake explores how believers have often been trained to pursue comfort, prosperity, and escape rather than asking God how to walk in Kingdom purpose, holiness, discernment, and spiritual authority in the last days. Mary Lou shares urgent insights regarding spiritual warfare, mind control technologies, AI systems, occult influences, and the need for believers to trust fully in God's protection and covenant promises. This episode is a wake-up call for the Remnant: • Learn to discern truth in an age of deception • Understand the spiritual dangers behind counterfeit systems • Discover the power of asking God the right questions • Learn how the Holy Spirit develops true Kingdom maturity • Be encouraged that God's power has not diminished The days ahead will require discernment, covenant fidelity, spiritual endurance, and unwavering trust in the Most High God. "Teach me what to ask, Lord." ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

Most business owners leave their planning meetings feeling good about the conversation. But if nobody follows through on what was discussed — and nobody knows who is supposed to — the whole year gets wasted. In this episode, Andrew Rafal and Brian Hartstein pick up where they left off in Episode 123, going deeper into the Tax Corner of the Four Corners of Business Owner Planning. This time it is about the roadmap — the specific planning areas every business owner should be asking their advisory team about, and the real-world examples that show what happens when those questions go unasked. Brian walks through multiple entity planning, entity type analysis, benefit plan design, and the compliance details that quietly cost business owners money every year. From C corp versus S corp decisions to 401(k) eligibility mistakes to the 2026 Roth catch-up rule — this episode is where the strategy gets real. In this podcast interview, you'll learn: The difference between design and structure in business planning How multiple entity planning works and who the rules apply to Why the building your business owns could be a liability and a missed opportunity What non-qualified plans are and when they make sense How a wrong eligibility setting in your 401(k) is costing you money right now The 2026 Roth catch-up rule and what business owners need to do before it is too late Find All Episode Resources Here - www.bayntree.com/124 Download your copy of The Entrepreneur's Financial Planning Checklist

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Right Questions in the Right Order"

Hello and welcome to Episode 324 of The People Powered Business Podcast.Are your interviews actually helping you hire the right person… or are you accidentally feeding candidates the exact answers you want to hear?If you've ever walked away from an interview thinking someone was perfect, only to realise a few weeks later they were all talk and no substance, you're definitely not alone. So many small business owners feel awkward or unsure in interviews, and that often leads to hiring decisions based on gut feel alone, instead of the right information.I keep seeing business owners make the same mistakes in interviews. They spend the first five minutes explaining the role, the business and exactly what they're looking for, which makes it incredibly easy for candidates to mirror back the “perfect” answers. The reality is, interviewing is still one of the most important hiring tools you have in your business, and learning how to ask better questions can completely change the quality of people you bring into your team.In this episode, I'm breaking down the three critical types of interview questions every small business owner should be using in their hiring process. I share why behavioural interview questions are so powerful, how to spot red flags in vague answers, and why understanding someone's work style and values matters just as much as their experience on paper.I also talk about what to do after the interview, including the notes you should be taking immediately while your instincts and observations are still fresh. If you've ever struggled with recruitment, staff fit, or making confident hiring decisions, this episode will help you interview with far more clarity and confidence.In this episode we cover: The biggest mistakes business owners make in interviews Why behavioural interview questions reveal more honest answers How to identify work style mismatches before making a hire The subtle clues that show whether someone will fit your team culture What notes to take after an interview to make better hiring decisionsLinks & Resources:Join People Powered HR:https://www.peoplepoweredbusiness.com.au/pphrDM me on Instagram @kristy.lee.billettConnect with me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristyleebillett/Email me at hello@peoplepoweredbusiness.com.auBook a 15-minute clarity call:https://calendly.com/kristyleebillett/chat What this episode coversHiring the wrong person is expensive, frustrating and exhausting for small business owners, especially when the interview felt like it went well at the time. This episode explains how to ask interview questions that uncover real behaviours, work styles and values, rather than rehearsed answers designed to impress.Small business owners will learn how to run more effective interviews, spot red flags earlier, and make hiring decisions with greater confidence. The episode also explores why relying too heavily on resumes and experience can lead to poor recruitment outcomes.Key insight from this episodeThe quality of your interview questions directly impacts the quality of your hiring decisions. When candidates are asked to explain real past experiences and practical work preferences, it becomes much harder for them to simply tell you what you want to hear, and much easier for you to assess genuine fit and capability.What you'll take away How to structure interviews so candidates reveal genuine behaviours and experiences The difference between practical, behavioural and culture-fit interview questions What vague interview answers can signal about a candidate's experience or honesty How to identify whether someone's preferred work style aligns with the role Why post-interview notes and gut instinct both matter in the recruitment process

Fearless Agent Coach & Founder Bob Loeffler shares his insights on Asking Buyers the Exact Right Questions and how it's making his Fearless Agent Coaching Students rich! Fearless Agent Coaching is the Highest Results Producing Real Estate Sales Training and Coaching Program in the Industry and we can prove it will work for you if it's a good fit! Call us today at 480-385-8810 to see if it may be  good fit for you! Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students di all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Listen in each week as Bob gives an overview and explains the big ideas behind making big money as a Fearless Agent! If you are earning less selling real estate than you wish you were, and you're open to the idea of having some help, We are here for you! You will never again be in a money making situation with a Buyer, Seller or Investor and not have the right words! You will be very confident! You will be a Fearless Agent! Call Bob anytime for more information about Fearless Agent Coaching for Agents, Fearless Agent Recruiting Training for Broker/Owners, or hiring Bob as a Speaker for your next Event! Call today 480-385-8810 - or go to https://fearlessagent.com Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, Spin Selling, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students do all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Are You an Owner of a Real Estate Company - need help Recruiting Producing Agents - Call today! 480-385-8810 and go to FearlessAgentRecruiting.com and watch our Recruiting Video Real Estate Coaching training Real estate training real estate coaching real estate speaker real estate coach real estate sales sales training realtor realtor training realtor coach realtor coaching realtor sales coaching realtor recruiting real estate agent real estate broker realtor prospecting real estate prospecting prospecting for listings calling expired listings calling for sale by owners realtor success Best Realtor Coach Best Real Estate Coach Spin SellingSupport the show: https://fearlessagent.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I sit down with Susan Snow — author, speaker, and trauma resiliency coach — who was just 17 years old when her father, an LAPD robbery homicide detective, was assassinated in a planned drive-by shooting on Halloween night, 1985. Susan walks me through the moment she learned her father was gone, the years of undiagnosed PTSD that followed, and the emotional mask she wore for over a decade while quietly falling apart inside. She shares how a first round of therapy left her with nothing — no tools, no diagnosis, no real answers — and how it took a second traumatic trigger, watching the Columbine shooting unfold on live TV 14 years later, to finally crack her open and force her to get real help. This time, the right therapist changed everything: sleep first, then nervous system regulation, then the slow, deliberate work of actually healing. We also talk about her brother — who watched their father die and whose life took a very different path — her marriage falling apart and being rebuilt from the ground up, and what forgiveness actually means when you've survived something this brutal. Susan's definition of forgiveness is one of the most powerful things I've heard on this show: taking your power back, not letting the people who hurt you walk with you anymore. Her book is called The Other Side of the Gun: My Journey from Trauma to Resiliency, and this conversation is essential listening for anyone who has ever worn a brave face while quietly losing it inside. Susans Website Book: http://a.co/d/fFuR4iT Chapters [00:00] The Day Susan's Father Was Killed [05:30] A Teenager Alone in the Dark [12:00] No Resources, No Diagnosis, No Tools [19:00] The Mask She Wore for 14 Years [25:00] Columbine Triggers Everything Again [31:00] The Therapist Who Finally Asked the Right Questions [36:00] Sleep, Journaling, and Rebuilding [43:00] Her Brother's Journey and Finding Each Other Again [47:00] When a Marriage Falls Apart and Comes Back [53:00] What Forgiveness Actually Means Free 1-month of the Meditation App - Waking Up https://dynamic.wakingup.com/guestpass/SC58BD912 Please Subscribe to my YouTube - YouTube Subscription Link Disclaimer Professional medical care and psychotherapeutic services are not offered on this Youtube channel. It is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such condition. Seeking professional support is encouraged if you think you have an issue and that you want help.  

For every manufacturer trying to reduce saturated fat, cut sugar or lower their carbon footprint, there's a version of the same conversation: yes, but will it still taste right? That question is where most reformulation projects live or die.The pressure on food manufacturers has never been more multidirectional. HFSS compliance, sustainability targets, cost of living, supply chain volatility, fluctuating cocoa prices - and through all of it, the non-negotiable that overrides everything else: if it doesn't taste good, no one will buy it twice. The question is how to take things out without taking away what consumers love?In this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, made in partnership with AAK, we explore what "less is more" actually looks like in practice. And we learn about some extraordinary solutions. From a butter replacer with a carbon footprint one eighth that of butter, to products designed specifically to reduce unplanned downtime on confectionery lines.AAK will be at Food Matters Live in London on June 3rd and 4th June.AAKAAK are experts in plant-based oils and fats, the value-adding ingredients in many products people love to consume. They make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK's offer is Customer Co-Development, combining their desire to understand what Making Better Happen™ means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of their production assets, and deep knowledge of products and industries, including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice, and Personal Care. Meet AAK at Food Matters Live in Ascot and Dublin where they will be showcasing their innovative ingredient solutions in their technical tasting and insight session.

Do you want to move from just reading the Bible to truly understanding and "digging" into its depths?In this opening session of the Rooted Conference, Pastor Daniel Batarseh shares the foundational "Tool Belt" for deeper Bible study. This isn't just a session on how to teach; it's a practical workshop on how to study the Word of God for yourself, so that the word of Christ can "dwell in you richly" (Colossians 3: 16).In this session, you will learn:The Goal of Study: Understanding Bible study as a critical part of the Great Commission and personal discipleship.Reading Systematically Why reading from Genesis to Revelation is essential for creating a "mental map" of Scripture.The Power of Thinking: Why revelation comes to "thinkers," not just readers, and how to meditate on what you read.Asking the Right Questions: 8 specific questions to ask any text to unlock its original meaning and modern application.The Compatibility Principle: How to use clear passages to interpret unclear ones and the importance of parallel passages.The Art of Observation: Paying attention to details like time markers, locations, and repetition (the Bible's internal highlighter).Pastor Daniel also leads a live "homework" session using Genesis 18, demonstrating how to apply these tools to see the beauty of God's character in the details of the text.

In this special episode of Teacher's Coffee, we take you back to IATEFL 2026 in Brighton through a collection of candid conversations, quick-fire questions, and memorable moments with ELT professionals from around the world. Along the way, one thing became clear: in a world full of trends and online noise, teachers remain the real influencers—shaping minds, inspiring change, and building communities every single day. Tune in and experience the buzz of IATEFL with us one more time.☕✨#IATEFL2026 #TeachersCoffee #RealInfluencers #ELTCommunity #Brighton #EnglishLanguage #Education

For a lot of people, the idea of negotiating feels uncomfortable—something to avoid if possible. It can feel confrontational, awkward, or even risky. But what if negotiating didn't have to be that way? What if it wasn't about pushing harder or being more aggressive—but simply about asking better questions? It turns out that the most effective negotiators don't rely on pressure or persuasion nearly as much as you might think. Instead, they guide conversations in a way that uncovers what really matters to the other person—and to themselves. And that shift can completely change the outcome. Alexandra Carter, Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Mediation Clinic at Columbia Law School, has spent years teaching people how to negotiate more effectively. In her book Ask for More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything (https://amzn.to/2T6WaY8), she outlines a simple but powerful framework built around asking the right questions at the right time. In our conversation, she explains how this approach works, why it's often more effective than traditional negotiating tactics, and how you can use it in everyday situations—from work conversations to personal decisions—without feeling uncomfortable or confrontational. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS AQUA TRU: Take the guesswork out of pure, great-tasting water. Head to ⁠https://AquaTru.com⁠ now and get 20% off your purifier using promo code SYSK. AquaTru even comes with a 30-day best-tasting water guarantee or your money back. POCKET HOSE: For a limited time, when you purchase a new Pocket Hose Ballistic, you'll get a FREE 360 degree rotating pocket pivot and a FREE thumb drive nozzle! Just text SYSK to 64000 RULA: This Mental Health Awareness Month, don't just think about your mental health - actually take the step to take care of it. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Rula.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started. QUINCE: Refresh your everyday with luxury you will actual use! Go to ⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! SHOPIFY: It's time to turn those "what ifs" into CHA CHING with Shopify Today! Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Shopify.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PLANET VISIONARIES : We love the Planet Visionaries podcast! In partnership with The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative. Listen or watch on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you are listening to this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever been at a networking event—or even just chatting with a new connection on LinkedIn—and someone asks the dreaded question: "What do you do?"Most of us have a prepared "elevator pitch" that we just spit out and then... silence. We give a summary, maybe throw in some fancy industry jargon like "front-end developer" and then effectively shut the door on the conversation by saying something like "Have a good day."In today's episode, I'm explaining why this approach is failing you. When you just talk about yourself and stop, you have no idea who you are actually speaking to. You might be talking to a future investor, a key collaborator, or even someone who could unlock your entire destiny! (Just kidding! There's no such thing as destiny)The real goal of networking isn't just to talk about yourself; it's "Qualification and Discovery".Here is how you should handle the "What do you do?" question moving forward:Ditch the Jargon: If your mother wouldn't understand your title, simplify it.Break it Down: Don't deliver your entire Unique Selling Proposition (USP) at once. Take one small element of what you do, share it, and then immediately throw a question back to them.Keep it Flowing: By asking questions about their business and their approach, you get to figure out if this person is a potential client, a future partner, or just someone worth keeping in your circle.Stop "spitting and cutting." Start having real, back-and-forth conversations that actually lead to progress.Thanks for listening! If you have a great idea but don't know how to build the software, Ikenga Software Factory (IKSF) is here to help.IKSF helps Nigerian founders move from "thinking" to "launching" without the usual tech headaches. Here's why you should check out iksf.ng:Lightning Speed: Get your first feature live in less than a week.Cheaper Initial Costs: Every project includes a free ".com.ng domain"  and free hosting for your entire first year.No "Tech-Speak" Required: You don't need to learn code. Just describe your idea in plain English, and they'll build it.Limited Time Offer!IKSF is looking to help 10 more founders launch before August 2026. Grab a 20% discount on your development costs by following these steps: 1. Visit iksf.ng 2. Start your project today. 3. Use code TAV or AYEDE at checkout.I want to hear about your progress! Give me a call or text (check the intro/ outro for my number) and let's get your product live!https://iksf.ng/

This week Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall talk about Erica Schwartz, the Trump's administration's most recent nomination for the CDC Director, as well as  changes to the charter of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Dr. Osterholm also examines a somewhat misleading Politico poll on public support for vaccines, provides a spring respiratory update and answers a listener's question about long COVID in women. Chris Dall explains a concerning rise in Shigella cases, plus a special space-themed Public Health History segment.Don't believe headlines saying that vaccine skepticism is widespread (STAT) Respiratory Immunization Protocols for COVID , Flu, RSV (Vaccine Integrity Project)   Resources for vaccine and public health advocacy: Voices for Vaccines Families Fighting Flu Vaccinate Your Family Shot@Life Medical Reserve Corps Learn more about the Vaccine Integrity Project MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST   Music: "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

Most people don't recognise victim mindset in themselves because it doesn't look dramatic. It looks like a property developer with a very good reason why now isn't the time. It looks like an exhausted professional who's been describing the same hard situation for months. It looks like someone who has the receipts, the timeline, and the context, and no plan. In this episode of Bounce Back Better, Hilary Saxton breaks down what victim mindset actually is, why smart and capable people stay in it, and what it costs the people around you, your kids, your team, your culture. Most importantly, she gives you the one question that shifts everything: not "why me?" but "what is still mine to do?" What you'll learn: Why victim mindset looks normal and how to spot it in yourself The hidden payoff that keeps capable people stuck How your mindset pattern flows to the people around you The one question that pulls you out of the story and back into action How to apply this immediately in property, business, or at home Timestamped highlights: 01.14 The Dinner Party Revelation 02:53 Understanding Victim Mindset 06:09 The Impact of Victim Mindset on Relationships 08:54 Shifting from Victim to Growth Mindset 11:48 Taking Ownership and Action 15:11 The Power of Asking the Right Questions www.hilarysaxton.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I sit down with a global health advocate, author, Winning The War On Cancer, and the leader in integrative cancer research, Sylvie Beljanski explore a different side of the cancer conversation. With over two decades of experience—from international summits to global awareness campaigns—her mission has been to make holistic, science-backed solutions more accessible and better understood.Together, we discussed what integrative cancer care really means, the role of plant-based and non-toxic research, and how patients can become more informed and empowered in their health journey.This episode is not about replacing traditional medicine—it's about expanding the conversation, asking better questions, and understanding the full picture of care. Addl. information: https://www.winningthewaroncancer.com/

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USWNT star and new Man City midfielder Sam Coffey joins Sam all the way from the English countryside where she fills us in on all the big changes in her life from her move to the Women's Super League to what to expect from the next phase of the US Women's National Team.SUBSCRIBE TO THE WOMEN'S GAME NEWSLETTER: https://mibcourage.co/42X5HpBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Richa Kaul breaks down the AI risk landscape for enterprises, and argues that the key to managing all of them is resisting the urge to sensationalize. Kaul offers a candid assessment of where enterprise AI governance committees are falling short, noting that many  lack the technical fluency to ask vendors the right questions, such as where customer data goes, whether it trains other clients' models, and what specific steps reduce hallucination. She suggests that market-driven security standards like SOC-2 and ISO 27001 often matter more in practice than government regulation, creating a "beautiful ecosystem" where risk management runs ahead of the law. Looking forward, she addresses the growing challenge of agentic AI systems that make decisions autonomously, offering a deceptively simple prescription: Map every action an agent can take, know where your highest risk sits, identify the critical decision points, and demand human sign-off at each one/ Richa Kaul is the founder and CEO of Complyance, an AI-native enterprise governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platform. Before founding Complyance, she was Chief Strategy Officer at ContractPodAi, a legal technology company, and previously served as Managing Director at the Virginia Economic Development Partnership and as a management consultant at McKinsey. Transcript Complyance Raises $20M to Help Companies Manage Risk and Compliance (TechCrunch, February 11, 2026)

Reporter Audrey Streb discusses joining the White House press pool for The Lion, aiming to ask energy-focused questions. Drawing on her work at the Daily Caller News Foundation, she argues corporate media fuels “climate doomsday” coverage by spotlighting supportive studies and ignoring contrary ones, and she outlines tactics like calling out bad data, highlighting underplayed leads, and framing stories for readers. She cites reporting on retracted climate research, sea-level findings, China's coal use and its comments on EPA rule rollbacks, and national-security risks from Chinese solar inverters. Her questioning of EPA Administrator Zeldin helped spur Sen. Cynthia Lummis' bill to block foreign adversaries from commenting on U.S. rulemaking. She also mentions Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund scrutiny, climate litigation “lawfare,” and trade-offs in wind/solar.00:00 Meet Audrey Streb00:38 Energy Reporter Origins01:46 Climate Myth Machine03:56 Calling Out Bad Data05:53 China and Energy Security09:04 Asking the Questions14:19 Swampy Climate Funds15:38 Tradeoffs of Wind Solar21:01 White House Press Pool23:35 Allies and Conferences24:43 Scientists and Media Attacks27:20 Who to Read Next29:26 New Investigations Ahead31:33 Climate Lawfare Explained36:15 Grid Risks from China Tech39:01 Will the Hysteria Return41:17 Gas Prices and Politics43:33 Closing Thoughts and Impacthttps://x.com/AudreyLStreb=========Slides, summaries, references, and transcripts of my podcasts: https://tomn.substack.com/p/podcast-summariesMy Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tomanelson1

The S-Corp question is one of the most common Brian hears from entrepreneurs, but the answer is almost never as simple as the internet makes it sound. In this episode, Brian Thompson breaks down what an S-Corp actually is, how the potential tax savings work, and the real-world trade-offs that often get left out of the conversation. Whether you're considering the election for the first time or revisiting the decision, this episode gives you the context you need to make an informed choice.   What is an S-Corp? First, an important clarification: an S-Corporation is not a business structure, it's a tax election. Your business might legally be an LLC or a partnership, but you elect to have the IRS tax it under Subchapter S of the tax code. That election allows business income to pass through to the owner's personal tax return rather than being taxed at the corporate level. The key difference for most small businesses comes down to how payroll and self-employment taxes are handled.   How Do S-Corps Save on Taxes? When you run a business as a sole proprietor or single-member LLC, your net profits are generally subject to self-employment tax of 15.3%, which covers Social Security and Medicare. With an S-Corp election, you pay yourself a reasonable salary (which is subject to payroll taxes) but any profits above that salary can be taken as distributions, which are generally not subject to self-employment tax.  A straightforward example: on $200,000 in net profit, splitting it evenly between salary and distributions could save roughly $15,000 in payroll taxes. That's the number people are chasing when they talk about S-Corps.   S-Corps Trade-offs The savings aren't guaranteed, and there are two major caveats. First, reasonable compensation. The IRS requires S-Corp owners who work in the business to pay themselves a reasonable salary before taking distributions. Reasonableness evaluation is based on your experience, role, time devoted to the business, and what comparable professionals earn. For service-based businesses where the owner is the primary revenue generator, this requirement can significantly limit how much income can realistically be treated as distributions.  Second, administrative costs. Running an S-Corp means running payroll for yourself, filing a separate S-Corp tax return, issuing a K-1, maintaining better corporate records, and typically paying more for accounting and tax preparation. For some businesses the extra steps are worth it. For others, the time and cost eat too much into the savings.   State and Local Tax Considerations for S-Corps For many entrepreneurs, particularly those in cities where a large share of LGBTQ business owners live, state and local taxes add another layer of complexity. Brian breaks down the specifics: Illinois S-Corps pay a 1.5% personal replacement tax; California S-Corps pay 1.5% on net income with an $800 minimum franchise tax; New York State imposes a fixed dollar minimum tax based on gross receipts; and New York City doesn't recognize the federal S-Corp election at all, meaning city-level corporate taxes of up to 8.85% can still apply. Washington DC has its own franchise tax currently at 8.25%. If you operate in Chicago, LA, San Francisco, New York, or DC, these rules need to be part of your analysis.   The PTET Opportunity Despite the complications, Brian is clear: he recommends S-Corps for many clients when the numbers make sense. And there's an additional tool worth knowing about — the pass-through entity tax, or PTET. Created in response to the federal SALT cap, which limited state and local tax deductions on individual returns to $10,000, the PTET election allows the business itself to pay state income tax at the entity level, where it can often be fully deductible for federal purposes. The SALT cap increased to $40,000 in 2025, which reduces the urgency of this workaround for some. But for higher income business owners, PTET can still create meaningful additional savings on top of the payroll tax benefits.   The Right Questions to Ask About S-Corps Instead of asking "should I become an S-Corp?", Brian reframes the question: Does an S-Corp make sense for my business? The considerations that matter include what type of business you run, how much profit you actually generate, whether revenue is produced primarily by you or a broader team, your willingness to handle the administrative requirements, the state and city tax rules where you operate, and how the decision fits into your broader tax and retirement planning. You also don't have to decide on day one. Many entrepreneurs start under simple tax treatment and elect S-Corp status once the business becomes profitable enough for it to make sense.   Your Action Step This week, take three steps: look at your most recent business profit, estimate what a reasonable salary might look like for your role, and have a conversation with your tax advisor or financial planner about whether the numbers actually work in your specific situation. Your tax strategy should support your business strategy, not the other way around. The S-Corp election can be a powerful tool for the right business, but like most things in tax planning, context is everything. If you have any questions about S-Corps, reach out to Brian to see what your options are.   Resources + Links Newsletter Sign Up Follow Brian Thompson Online: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Forbes Follow & review the podcast: on Spotify and Apple Podcasts   About Brian and the Mission Driven Business Podcast Brian Thompson, JD/CFP®, is a tax attorney and Certified Financial Planner® who specializes in providing comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who run mission-driven businesses. The Mission Driven Business podcast was born out of his passion for helping social entrepreneurs create businesses with purpose and profit. On the podcast, Brian talks with diverse entrepreneurs and the people who support them. Listeners hear stories of experiences, strength, and hope and get practical advice to help them build businesses that might just change the world, too.

Join commit to 6 hereWhatsapp Emma here 00:00 Introduction and Mood Setting00:22 The Power of Sunlight and Morning Routines00:43 Effective Check-ins and Personalization01:10 Ownership and Motivation in Goal Setting02:00 Balancing Results with Lifestyle Enjoyment03:23 Support and Clarity in Coaching03:51 Asking the Right Questions in Relationships05:45 Weekly Planning and Communication06:39 Creative Ways to Celebrate Success08:03 Join Commit to Six and Mindset Preparation09:53 Mindset and Undermining Diet Culture10:41 Menopause and Joint Health Myths12:27 Individualized Exercise and Menopause14:55 The Importance of Personalization in Training15:45 When to Consider GLP-1 Drugs16:49 Long-term Use of Medications and Healthy Habits17:44 Nutrient Intake and Supplements19:05 Energy, Social Life, and Long-term Planning20:22 Daily Weighing and Fluctuations21:37 The Impact of Weight Fluctuations22:58 Long-term Mindset and Investment Analogy23:56 Building Muscle at Home with Limited Equipment26:23 Goals and Progress in Body Composition27:59 Creative Exercise Solutions for Busy Lives31:32 Ultra Processed Foods and Whole Foods Balance34:02 Myths About Food Categorization and Moderation38:45 Post-Holiday Reset Strategies41:36 Handling Disappointment and Flexibility45:05 Using Disappointment as Motivation46:25 Implementation Intentions and Backup Plans47:48 Managing Triggers and Decision Fatigue49:39 Flexibility and Resilience in Daily Life51:29 Recognizing Achievements and Giving Yourself Credit51:57 Debunking the Myth of Body Adaptation in Dieting54:11 Building Muscle at Home for Busy Moms57:03 Creative and Effective Home Workouts58:29 Challenging Muscles with Limited Equipment59:53 Working Around Constraints and Priorities01:00:19 Balancing Goals with Lifestyle and Resilience

Living in alignment often begins with slowing down enough to tell yourself the truth about where you actually are. In this honest and grounding conversation, Jenna Kutcher shares what it really looks like to move away from hustle culture, reconnect with your identity, and build belief through small daily habits that quietly change everything. We talk about motherhood, body image after baby, health journeys rooted in self-trust, and why lasting change comes from tiny actions that stack over time. Jenna also opens up about loss, waiting seasons, visualization, and how learning to listen inward can reshape both your personal life and your work. This episode is an invitation to check in with yourself, honor your current season, and take the next right step toward a life that feels true. Topics Covered In This Episode: Identity shifts in motherhood Building belief through small habits Moving beyond hustle culture Visualization and aligned living Self-trust and personal growth Show Notes: Read How Are You Really Learn more about Jenna Listen to the Gold Digger Podcast Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell's Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child's number one health advocate! Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD's online nutrition program and community, Postpartum Reset, an intimate private community and online roadmap for any mama (or mama-to-be) who feels stuck, alone, and depleted and wants to learn how to thrive in motherhood. Listen to today's episode on our website INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

In this special episode, Nick is joined by returning guest Josh Thiel (CEO/President, Fourth Offset—defense tech firm advancing AI for maneuver warfare and innovation) and Ray Meiring (CEO, QorusDocs—AI-powered platform for proposals, RFPs, and value storytelling) to dive deep into the real value of AI. Is it truly transforming productivity, or are the costs—in power, water, resources, and society—too high? They unpack practical wins like AI as your instant research assistant, analyzing years of call data in minutes, preserving SME time, personalizing proposals, and reducing weekend-crushing RFP grinds. They also tackle the big questions: ROI that's hard to measure (temporal gains for future generations, human happiness, innovating out of environmental problems), data privacy dangers, the arms race inertia, and why humans still own the "why" questions. Whether you're in GovCon, sales, defense, or just curious about AI's trajectory, this conversation challenges assumptions and highlights the balance between progress and price. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Guest Backgrounds 2:38 - AI's Core Value: Research Assistant & Speed 4:04 - Synthesizing Unstructured Data (e.g., Call Objections) 6:02 - Tactical Market Analysis in Seconds 7:10 - The Power of Asking the Right Questions 8:19 - Is AI Worth the Global Infrastructure Investment? 10:25 - ROI on SME Time & Administrative Relief 13:53 - Flagging Risks in Healthcare Notes 15:02 - Human Happiness & Winning the Right RFPs 17:02 - Personalizing Proposals with Public Comms 19:17 - Resource Allocation: Water, Land, & Zero-Sum Decisions 20:02 - Temporal ROI & Smarter Future Generations 22:52 - Innovating Out of Environmental Problems 26:49 - Inevitable Arms Race & Strategic Placement 30:42 - Biggest Lie: "AI-Enabled" Without Human Enablement 33:41 - Data Privacy & Manipulation Risks 42:03 - Self-Regulation vs. Government Guardrails 47:08 - Democratization of Knowledge & Local Innovation 54:17 - Critical Thinking: Challenge AI Outputs 59:02 - Pitching Real ROI in Tools Like QorusDocs 1:01:21 - Negotiation Empowerment & Flipped Skill Sets 1:03:34 - Outdated Systems: RFPs, Libraries, Steering Wheels 1:11:12 - Closing Thoughts: Intentional Pursuit of This Era Subscribe for more unfiltered discussions on AI's impact. Podcast: Robots and Red Tape | Host: Nick Schutt | Channel: @RobotsandRedTapeAI

In this episode, Sathiya Sam shares his personal journey of overcoming a decade-long struggle with pornography addiction. He reflects on the mistakes he made during his recovery, emphasizing the importance of understanding the root causes of addiction rather than merely focusing on sin. Sathiya discusses the limitations of willpower and accountability, the significance of emotional regulation, and the transformative power of brotherhood. He encourages listeners to ask the right questions to facilitate lasting change and highlights that clarity is essential for progress.  

The word is spreading through the education community that a new kind of artificial intelligence enables students to complete an entire course with a single prompt. As one educator explained, with just a simple setup, a student can put an entire course on autopilot and go back to playing video games. It's called Agentic AI, and it has sparked a new round of handwringing and calls to go back to blue books and pencils. To kick off 2026, the creators of SAMR, TPACK, Triple E, SETI, and the Gen AI U frameworks met to unravel how this technology may impact teaching, learning, and the future of proving that a student's degree or credential actually indicates competence. The big takeaway is that the solutions start with asking the right questions. Follow on X: @CFKurban @hcrompton @lkolb @punyamishra @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Related Resources: The AI Tech Fatigue of 2025 Was Real: How Educators Are Planning to Regain Control in 2026 | AI Agents: A New Era in Higher Education | Cheating Lessons: Learning from Academic Dishonesty | SAMR | The SETI Framework | TPACK | Triple-E | The GenAI-U Framework BRN-X: Gen AI Podcast Lab Dr. Punya Mishra (punyamishra.com) is the Associate Dean of Scholarship and Innovation at the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University. He has an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, two Master's degrees in Visual Communication and Mass Communications, and a Ph.D. in Educational psychology. He co-developed the TPACK framework, described as “the most significant advancement in technology integration in the past 25 years.” Dr. Caroline Fell Kurban is the advisor to the Rector at MEF University. She was the founding Director of the Center of Research and Best Practices for Learning and Teaching (CELT) at MEF University and teaches in the Faculty of Education. She holds a BSc in Geology, an MSc in TESOL, an MA in Technology and Learning Design, and a PhD in Applied Linguistics. Fell Kurban is currently the head of the Global Terminology Project and the creator of the GenAI-U technology integration framework. Dr. Liz Kolb is a clinical professor at the University of Michigan and the author of several books, including Cell Phones in the Classroom and Help Your Child Learn with Cell Phones and Web 2.0. Kolb has been a featured and keynote speaker at conferences throughout the U.S. and Canada. She created the Triple E Framework for effective teaching with digital technologies and blogs at cellphonesinlearning.com. Dr. Puentedura is the Founder and President of Hippasus, a consulting practice focusing on transformative applications of information technologies to education. He has implemented these approaches for over thirty years at various K-20 institutions and health and arts organizations. He is the creator of the SAMR model for selecting, using, and evaluating technology in education and has guided multiple projects worldwide. Dr. Helen Crompton is the Executive Director of the Research Institute for Digital Innovation in Learning at ODUGlobal and Professor of Instructional Technology at Old Dominion University. Dr. Crompton earned her Ph.D. in educational technology and mathematics education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel ill. Dr. Crompton is recognized for her outstanding contributions and is on Stanford's esteemed list of the world's Top 2% of Scientists. She is the creator of the SETI framework. She frequently serves as a consultant for various governments and bilateral and multilateral organizations, such as the United Nations and the World Bank, on driving meaningful change in educational technology.

What questions should you really be asking your financial advisor? In this episode, Damon Roberts and Matt Deaton break down the essential conversations every pre‑retiree needs—covering income planning, tax efficiency, Social Security timing, pensions, risk management, and long‑term care considerations. They also share what they expect from clients: curiosity, teamwork, and a willingness to learn. With personal stories, decades of experience, and a focus on clarity over confusion, this episode gives listeners a practical roadmap for building a retirement plan that supports their lifestyle and goals. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 480-680-6868 or visit www.successinthenewretirement.com! Follow us on social media: Facebook | LinkedInSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary  In the final episode with Wade, Todd, and David, the conversation shifts from philosophy to history and mentorship. Wade asks what has changed in the financial industry over the past several decades and what hasn't. Todd reflects on the early days before computers, the impact of mentors like Norman Baker, the myth of "deals" in insurance, and the importance of integrating tools—not replacing human judgment with them. The discussion highlights why math must be paired with context, conversation, and strategy in order to truly serve clients. It's a timely reminder that the future of financial advice isn't about replacing the advisor — it's about elevating them.   Episode Highlights 00:15:50 - Evolution of Industry Conversations. 00:03:18 - Addressing Industry's Adversarial Past. 00:03:52 - Life Insurance and Cash Value Benefits. 00:04:41 - Asset Flow: Evaluating Investment Synergy. 00:06:39 - Painting a Picture of Financial Sacrifice. 00:09:02 - The Importance of Asking the Right Questions. 00:11:49 - Balancing Technology with Human Insight. 00:13:25 - Challenges of AI in Financial Advice. 00:13:37 - Importance of Mentorship in Industry. 00:13:38 - Mentorship's Role in Leveraging Experience.   Episode Resources sagewealthstrategy.com About Todd And The Financial Software Guest Name Todd LangfordGuest Emailtlangford@truthconcepts.com Additional guest  David Zapata davidzapata@factumfinancial.com   Keywords Wade Borth Podcast smart ideas new opportunities money management financial independence investment strategies insurance industry real estate vs stock market holistic financial planning rate of return asset flow cash value life insurance distribution phase financial software financial calculators AI in finance investment biases financial advising financial conversation client confidence financial mentorship financial industry evolution interest rates financial context financial education  

In this episode of the Man Within Podcast, host Sathiya Sam reflects on his transformative journey from a decade-long struggle with pornography addiction to achieving over one million downloads of his podcast. He shares the pivotal moments that led to his recovery, emphasizing that it wasn't sheer willpower or discipline that made the difference, but rather a shift in mindset and the establishment of supportive systems. Sathiya recounts his early experiences with pornography, the challenges he faced during his university years, and the realization that he needed to change the systems in his life that perpetuated his addiction. He highlights the importance of community support and the role it played in his healing process, ultimately leading him to help others facing similar struggles.  

Signup for RevUP Academy: https://www.thecustomersuccesspro.com/revupIn this episode of the Customer Success Pro Podcast, host Anika Zubair sits down with Emma Lambert, VP of Customer Success at Ably, to discuss the critical role of customer success in driving revenue. They explore how to turn renewals into predictable revenue forecasts, the importance of understanding customer engagement, and the strategies for effective upselling. Emma shares her insights on building a revenue-focused customer success team, the significance of financial literacy, and the necessity of asking direct questions during customer interactions. The conversation emphasizes the need for a structured approach to renewals and upsells, integrating them into a cohesive NRR strategy, and the value of continuous discovery throughout the customer journey.Chapters:00:00 Introduction 03:00 The Role of Customer Success in Revenue Generation05:55 Understanding Customer Engagement and Value Delivery09:06 The Importance of Forecasting in Customer Success12:10 Navigating the Commercial Landscape of Customer Success15:02 Building a Revenue-Focused Customer Success Team18:10 The Six-Month Renewal Framework21:10 Asking the Right Questions for Renewals24:09 Upselling Strategies in Customer Success26:55 Integrating Renewals and Upsells into NRR Strategy30:02 Best Practices for Revenue-Focused Customer Success32:56 Quick Fire Questions with Emma LambertConnect with Anika Zubair:Website: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/⁠LinkedIn:  ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/anikazubair/⁠RevUP Academy: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/revup⁠Connect with Emma Lampert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalampert/Grab our FREE resources here: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/resources⁠Want to be our next podcast guest? Apply here: ⁠https://www.thecustomersuccesspro.com/podcast-guest⁠Book Anika as a speaker at your next team event: ⁠https://www.thecustomersuccesspro.com/team-event

What are the questions only humans can ask in an age where AI seems to have all the answers? In this episode, Kate O’Neill and futurist Ben Pring dive deep into the uniquely human skills and judgments that technology can’t replicate, and explore how leaders and organizations can navigate uncertainty, ask better questions, and shape a more human-centered future. Topics covered:Placing today's AI advancements in historical context How technology replaces skill with judgment The value of asking better questions in an AI-driven world Why leaders avoid tough decisions about humans vs. machines How incentives and alignment shape organizational outcomes The policy gaps at the intersection of technology, strategy, and labor Distinguishing human creativity from AI-generated “slop” How to maintain humanity and funkiness in a synthetic content flood Hope and optimism for the future of work and technology Connect with Ben Pring: benpring.com Episode Chapters:00:00:05 – Welcome to the Tech Humanist Show 00:00:18 – The Human Ability to Ask the Next Best Question 00:00:32 – Computers Are Useless: Asking the Right Questions 00:01:05 – Introducing Ben Pring 00:02:21 – Historical Context for Today's AI Moment 00:04:47 – Technology: Replacing Skill with Judgment 00:08:14 – What Leaders Should Be Asking in an AI-Powered World 00:13:08 – Why Leaders Avoid Tough Questions About Automation 00:16:13 – Decision-Making in Times of Uncertainty 00:19:10 – Distinguishing Priorities from Trivialities 00:24:22 – Aligning Incentives and Unintended Consequences 00:25:41 – Have We Gotten Better at Taming the Monster? 00:29:26 – The Most Important Policy Questions We're Not Asking 00:33:59 – The Car as a Parallel: Infrastructure and Human-Centric Design 00:36:21 – What Remains Distinctly Human in a Synthetic Content World 00:41:01 – Invention, Funkiness, and Problem-Solving 00:42:46 – Hope and Optimism for the Future 00:49:03 – Closing and Where to Find Ben Pring

A morning meditation with Wayne Dyer stopped me in my tracks: "...Freedom does not come from avoiding the pain. It comes from walking through it with your heart wide open." In this episode, I share a simple three-part path for moving through marriage challenges with courage. First, I separate facts from my thoughts and choose the story that serves me. Then I ask better, braver questions that reveal the truths I've been avoiding. Finally, I use those answers and my tools to turn pain into growth, with practice and accountability. I talk about stepping out of victim mode, keeping my heart open, and loving you enough to tell you the truth, so you can become the woman you know you are and create a healthy, connected relationship. Struggling to decide whether to stay or go in your marriage and you're serious about finding that answer? Book a Truth & Clarity Session with a member of my team. We'll discuss where you are in your marriage and explore if there's a fit for you and I to work together so you can make - and execute - the RIGHT decision for YOU and your marriage.

https://youtu.be/Wa1N35VjeLQ Mindfully Embracing the Moment to Navigate Change with James Simon In today's episode, Mindfully Embracing the Moment to Navigate Change, I'm joined by James Simon—high-performance coach, speaker, and author of Headwaters to Change: Navigating Growth, Cultivating Presence, an Amazon Top New Release. James has spent more than 20 years working at the intersection of performance and pressure, supporting individuals and organizations across healthcare, business, industry, and elite sport—where the stakes are real, and the margin for distraction is small. As the founder of Headwaters to Change High-Performance Coaching, James blends the philosophy of Kaizen—continuous improvement—with the discipline of mindfulness. His work cuts through the noise, strengthens focus, and builds sustainable performance rooted in presence rather than hustle. James's approach has been shaped by mentorship from Toyota leaders and legendary mindfulness and performance coach George Mumford, who is widely known for bringing mindfulness into the lives of NBA greats like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. From the boxing ring to the boardroom, James brings a grounded, human edge to leadership and growth. No hype. No shortcuts. Just presence, process, and meaningful action—one moment at a time. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with what matters, and discover how embracing the present moment can become your most powerful tool for navigating change. #debrakasowski #jamessimon #kaizen Website: https://headwaterstochange.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headwaters_to_change/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/headwaters-to-change/posts Debra Kasowski is the charismatic podcast host of The Millionaire Woman Show, 3X Best Selling Author, Speaker, and Certified Executive Coach. She interviews incredible speakers, authors, CEO, Business and Organizational Leaders and drops solo episodes with tips, strategies, and techniques for your success. GET YOUR GIFT Sign up for our Success Secrets Newsletter and download your FREE 10-page PDF of Reset Your Mindset at www.debrakasowski.com. 1. Connect with Debra Kasowski on social media https://www.youtube.com/user/debrakasowski https://www.instagram.com/debrakasowski https://www.facebook.com/debrakasowskiinternational https://www.twitter.com/debrakasowski 2. SUBSCRIBE to The Millionaire Woman Show podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast player 3. PURCHASE Debra's books – Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and your favourite bookstore GPS Your Best Life – Debra Kasowski & Charmaine Hammond The Entrepreneurial Mom's Guide to Growing a Business, Raising a Family, and Creating a Life You Love Let's Be Curious: Ask the Right Questions, Get Better Answers Create What You Want

How do you find your purpose?How does that influence your career choices?Meet Siena Dean!Siena is a Public Speaker, Learning & Development Strategist and a Builder of Scalable, AI-Powered Content.Due to her own experiences, she now helps others establish what their purpose is and how they can use that to craft a career path is fulfilling and purposeful. She is a career strategist who helps others professionals achieve their career goals through communication and soft skills.Listen as Siena shares:- how to align your career with your purpose- how different generations perceive career stability- perceived success in corporate America- transferable skills and self-development in career transitions- how to sell yourself during interviews- why so many struggle with LinkedIn profiles- the narrative of AI replacing jobs- establishing what your superpowers are- her network of over 10,000 professionals- why C-suite executives are willing to mentor...and so much more!Listen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-find-your-purpose-are-you-asking-the-right/id1614151066?i=1000745535337Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3WkLDUHULYdv4subOIqC8U?si=ixnhQneBQz6TsNE7qoElHwYouTube: https://youtu.be/81_yJtL2t0U

https://youtu.be/rd7KYLCyxf8 On this episode of The Millionaire Woman Show, Debra Kasowski sits down with Gordon Sheppard to explore a practice many high-achieving leaders overlook: celebrating our wins. In a world that constantly pushes us to move faster, aim higher, and chase the next goal, we often skip past acknowledging how far we've already come. Gordon shares powerful insights on why recognizing progress matters, how celebration fuels confidence and momentum, and how leaders can create cultures—both personally and professionally—that honor growth, effort, and success. This conversation is a reminder that celebration isn't about ego or complacency; it's about reinforcing belief, strengthening resilience, and sustaining long-term success. Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or navigating a personal transition, this episode will inspire you to pause, reflect, and truly own your achievements.

After nearly 200,000 cold calls and a million auto-dialer calls, Stephen Oommen discovered something shocking: 98% of his revenue came from warm referrals. Today, he breaks down how sellers can turn relationships into predictable growth. In this episode, host Lyndsay Dowd sits down with Stephen Oommen, a 25-year go-to-market veteran, speaker, and author of the upcoming book The Referral Effect. Stephen shares why nearly 98% of his business revenue came from warm referrals, despite making hundreds of thousands of cold calls throughout his career. Stephen opens up about growing up as the child of immigrants in Oklahoma, navigating an identity crisis that ultimately became his superpower—the Chameleon Effect—his ability to adapt, connect, and create trust across any environment. That skill later became the foundation for his referral-based sales methodology. You'll learn: - Why executives don't respond to cold outreach—and what they do respond to - How to close the trust gap by scaling warm referrals - The "Magic Networking Question" that instantly upgrades your network - The 99 and 1 Principle for managing energy in sales and relationships - How leaders can balance intensity, kindness, and long-term legacy If you're a B2B seller, founder, GTM leader, or executive tired of low-yield outreach, this conversation will challenge how you think about networking, sales culture, and growth.

    Timestamps
 00:00 – Introduction: Stephen Oommen, the Truth Teller.
 02:22 – Stephen's Origin Story: From Bankruptcy to Corporate Success.
 04:48 – The Chameleon Effect: Turning Identity Crisis into a Superpower.
 10:39 – Cold Calls vs. Warm Referrals: The Efficiency vs. Effectiveness Debate.
16:54 – How to Start Networking: Nurturing and Activating Relationships.
 19:16 – The Live Exercise: Asking the Right Questions to Build a Network.
 22:50 – Using Qualifiers: Geography, Industry, and Title.
 26:08 – The 99 and 1 Principle: Managing Energy in Sales.
 30:04 – What Inspires Stephen: Growth, Contribution, and Laughter.
 32:38 – Legacy: Kindness Character vs. Intense Personality.
 35:00 – What's Next: Speaking Tours and The Referral Effect.

    About the Guest Stephen Oommen is a 25-year go-to-market veteran with experience spanning frontline sales to executive leadership. He has worked with startups and global enterprises including Microsoft, ADP, and Citibank. Stephen is the only speaker and trainer dedicated to helping B2B sellers solve the biggest challenge in modern sales: lack of access to decision makers. His work focuses on closing the trust gap by scaling the most successful method known—warm referrals. A successful entrepreneur and W2 employee ("entreployee"), Stephen has retired from corporate twice, paid off hundreds of thousands in non-mortgage debt, and is currently writing his book The Referral Effect. He believes legacy is built at the intersection of kindness, generosity, and laughter.  Connect with Stephen LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenoommen/

    About the Host – Lyndsay Dowd is a Speaker, Founder, Author, Coach, Podcast Host—and unapologetic Disruptor. With 30 years of leadership experience, including 23 at IBM, she's built and led high-performing teams that consistently delivered results. She also served as a Guest Lecturer at Harvard University, sharing her insights on modern leadership and culture transformation. 

 As the founder of Heartbeat for Hire, Lyndsay helps companies ditch toxic leadership and build irresistible cultures that drive performance, retention, and impact. She's been featured in Fortune Magazine, HR.com, ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, and over 100 podcasts. 

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Deacon Dan Diesel proclaims the Gospel (Matthew 1:18-24) and breaks open the word. Words for your Way from Santiago de Compostela Catholic Church in Lake Forest, California.

Yet again, I helped one of my clients have the lightbulb moment that publishing a book isn't about selling copies. The benefit of a book is how it opens doors. The moment your book hits the world, it becomes a beacon, drawing opportunities you might never have considered. Many authors find that beyond book sales, their work leads to speaking engagements, networking breakthroughs, consulting roles, and other unexpected ways to grow their influence. Your book can position you as an expert, a thought leader, and a sought-after voice in your industry—all while building meaningful connections with those you can impact most. But you need to be ready to seize these opportunities. It's why I work with authors to develop strategies for maximizing the impact of their books—so every opportunity is met with intention and purpose. Want to talk more about how your book can open doors? Visit www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com to schedule a complimentary 30-minute book launch (or relaunch) brainstorming session. Now, let's dive into the milestones reached and lessons learned by our panelists … Michelle Tillis Lederman wrote “The Connector's Advantage: 7 Mindsets to Grow Your Influence and Impact” to help guide you in building powerful, inclusive relationships that accelerate success, open doors, and create lasting impact, no matter your career stage or goals. Carlo Mahfouz wrote “Reality Check: In Pursuit of the Right Questions” to help leaders, innovators, and curious minds master the art of asking the right questions at the right time, unlocking clarity, self-awareness, and strategic insight in the face of change. Please join me in welcoming Carlo and Michelle.  In this episode, we discuss the following:

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Episode 250 :     Welcome to the next episode of Pi Perspectives. Today we have a very special guest. Communications consultant and Elegant Warrior, Heather Hansen joins the program. Heather is a seasoned trial Attorney who has identified a method to asking the right questions to clients and witnesses during trial. This is an episode you don't want to miss and is packed with useful information. Please welcome Heather Hansen and NY Private Eye, Matt Spaier  Links:      Matt's email: MatthewS@Satellitepi.com   Linkedin: Matthew Spaier       www.investigators-toolbox.com   Heather on Linkedin: Heather Hansen https://www.beliefbuilders.com/
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On this episode, I sit down for a beautiful conversation with my good friend and #1 Bestselling author Karin Kuschik. Beyond a bestselling author, Karin is a top-level performance coach for business decision makers/media celebrities as well as a keynote speaker. She has a gift for finding and sharing just the right words to help people through life's different situations.Our discussion begins with the genesis of Karin's new book 50 Questions that Make Life Easier (“50 Fragen, die das Leben leichter machen”) and the impact it has already made. Our conversation includes; the importance of asking the right questions, how to check in with yourself and ensure you're heading down the right path, the root cause of most misunderstandings and arguments, how to properly defuse situations, dissecting someone's true intent behind their words, learning to respond to different situations effectively, how you can decide who pushes your buttons, and so much more. To get Karin's books in German please visit: https://www.amazon.de/stores/Karin-Kuschik/author/B09NNXN3P3To get Karin's books in English please visit: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karin-Kuschik/author/B0FNX2HHRLTo learn more about Karin please visit: https://www.karinkuschik.com/To connect with Karin on Instagram, please visit: https://www.instagram.com/karinkuschik/To listen to John's previous episode with Karin (#59 & #40) please visit: https://audio.johnstrelecky.com

In this insightful solo episode of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, Candace explores the quiet magic of asking yourself the right questions — the ones that lead you back to your truth instead of away from it. Inspired by a moment inside a group membership, she reflects on how one question — “How can I be more like you?” — revealed a deeper, more important one waiting beneath: “How can I be more like me?” 

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with my older sister, Cecilia Garnett, a career coach, mother of two, and stage 4 cancer survivor. Cecilia's journey from diagnosis to cancer-free  is nothing short of extraordinary. Through a combination of hope, asking the right questions, and taking control of her healing, she curated a team of experts as well combinational therapy including a functional nutritionist and oxygen therapy—empowering herself to reclaim her health. Now, as a career coach, Cecilia uses these same principles of self-advocacy, communication, and resilience to help others find their purpose and get back to work. Tune in for an inspiring story of how asking the right questions can spark hope, transform your health, and lead you to a more fulfilling career.Support the showThank you for listening

Two podcast hosts walk into a recording studio and explore what it actually takes to get real stories out of robotics pioneers, why humanoids might not need to do everything to be useful, and where the real optimism in automation lies.Brian Heater, Managing Editor at A3 and host of the Automated podcast, joins the show to share what he's learned from candid conversations with industry pioneers like Rodney Brooks and Brad Porter. We discuss why robots don't need to be fully general purpose to be useful, why timing matters when adopting new technology, and why stepping away to return with fresh eyes applies as much to workflows as it does to building anything.The conversation also explores the human side of automation: exoskeletons helping people become mobile again, prosthetics inspired by a childhood encounter in Pakistan, and wearables being developed for Parkinson's patients. These applications (along with aging in place and caregiver shortages) are what give Brian optimism about where robotics is headed.In this episode, find out:Why most robotics journalism misses the mark and what Brian advises new reporters to avoidWhat Amazon-level scale actually looks like compared to everyone elseWhat industry pioneers think about humanoid robots and timing adoptionHow exoskeletons, prosthetics, and Parkinson's solutions are driving real impactWhy knowing when to step away and return with fresh eyes applies to building anythingThe human stories from Automated that show why this technology mattersBrian's optimism about the future of automationEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:“I'm hoping that as robotics and automation become a little bit more mainstream, the coverage itself will start to mature. As more journalists enter the field, they'll hopefully be a little more familiar with the technology.”“I've written about what success means in scaling a few times. The jump from pilots and assembly onsite takes a lot, not to mention being able to do so reliably and safely. I've spoken to a lot of smart people, and it seems as though we may underestimate what it's going to take to get there.”“It comes back to the human element. The end goal of a lot of manufacturing is to make people's lives easier. People who are actively looking for solutions to problems, whether its climate change or aging in place, there are big problems we're facing that have potentially good technological solutions.”Links & mentions:Automated with Brian Heater, robotics, AI, and automation are rapidly reshaping the world around us; veteran tech journalist Brian Heater digs into stories behind the technologies with the people who built them.Nardwuar, the Human Serviette, a Canadian journalist and musician, well-known for his candid approach to shows and interviews with celebrities and politicians. Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

Surveys show there are more people in therapy than ever. On one hand I feel there is more benefit in talking with someone than not. And on the other hand I'm concerned whether all the therapy is paying off. Statistically, mental health continues on a decline. So when I heard about SFBT therapy, I intrigued myself. SFBT is Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, defined as a goal-oriented, short-term approach that focuses on identifying a client's strengths and resources to find solutions to their problems, rather than dwelling on the problems themselves. My guest today is one of the foremost experts on Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Elliott Connie is a respected author, top psychotherapist, and thought leader in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), takes a fresh approach. He has a book, Change Your Questions, Change Your Future: Overcome Challenges and Create a New Vision for Your Life Using the Principles of Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. In his book, Elliott challenges readers to rethink their questions and the thinking behind them, and I resonate with the concepts very much. The idea is using powerful, forward-focused questions that are designed to help you shift your mindset and create meaningful change. The highlights for me were the realization of how much more powerful it is when we think for ourselves and ask questions, rather than be told something. When we are told something by someone else, we can often push back against it. When we consider and come up with an answer to a question ourselves, we listen. We also got deep into the power of knowing and living in accordance with our core values. But not the “big picture core values,” as Elliott points out. We tend to think of beliefs and morality, but where he finds it most powerful is in the day to day values that actually support who we are and want to be. Elliott's book, Change Your Questions, Change Your Future, is available now, and you can connect with him and SFBT at elliottconnie.com Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to start your free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. John Neufeld tackles a common question: Why can't God just be satisfied when people are happy and fulfilled, regardless of what they believe? Drawing from Isaiah 43, he explores the foundational truth that we were created for God's glory, not our own satisfaction. Dr. Neufeld challenges the modern tendency toward experience-only faith and reminds us that we weren't made for ourselves—we were made for Him.I've Got Questions: In this thought-provoking series, Dr. John Neufeld tackles the real questions people are asking today—from the exclusivity of Christ to the problem of suffering, from biblical authority to assurance of salvation. Rather than offering quick answers, he uses each question as a bridge back to the foundational truths of Scripture. Dr. Neufeld equips believers to build their faith on solid ground while engaging honestly with the challenges of our contemporary world.

Get ready for a soul-baring conversation as Krista welcomes her dear friend—and spiritual powerhouse—Natalia Benson to the pod! This episode is all about honoring change, trusting yourself, and finding magic in major life transitions. If you've been thrust into the unknown, tune in!Morning Microdose is a podcast curated by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the hosts and founders of Almost 30, a global community, brand, and top rated podcast.With curated clips from the Almost 30 podcast, Morning Mircodose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought provoking conversations…all in digestible episodes that are less than 10 minutes.Wake up with Krista and Lindsey, both literally and spiritually, Monday-Friday.If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to the full episode on Spotify here and on Apple here.

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Dr. Corinne Low, a renowned associate professor at the Wharton School, joins us this week on the Do Good to Lead Well podcast. Drawing from her latest book, "Having It All: What Data Tells Us About Women's Lives and Getting the Most Out of Yours," Dr. Low explores the unique challenges faced by working mothers today. She candidly shares her personal experiences and rigorous research findings to offer evidence-based strategies for managing time pressures and empowering working mothers.Our conversation navigates through the shifting dynamics of parenting from the 1980s to today, underlining the significance of quality time with children against the backdrop of demanding societal standards. We dive into the nuanced topic of invisible labor, predominantly shouldered by mothers, and propose effective tools like data tracking for couples to evenly distribute household responsibilities. By encouraging open dialogue around these issues, the goal of her book is to foster a more equitable division of labor that enhances family dynamics and personal well-being.The episode also emphasizes the critical role of self-care and intentionality in relationships, with a special focus on mothers striving to "have it all." Dr. Low provides practical exercises to help listeners reconnect with their values, prioritize their own needs, and achieve a fulfilling work-life balance. She challenges traditional notions of success, urging listeners to align their personal values with professional goals for a truly rewarding career and life. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion filled with strategies for personal growth and a more balanced approach to work and family life.What You'll Learn- The evolving landscape of gender economics and the pressures on working mothers.- Strategies to tackle invisible labor and foster equitable household responsibilities.- The significance of self-care and intentionality for personal and parenting relationships.- Aligning your values with your time; at work and at home.- Insights into redefining success in the modern family context.Podcast Timestamps(00:00) – What is the Meaning of “Having It All?”(07:29) – High-Quality Time and the Costs of Invisible Labor(19:30) – Asking the Right Questions of Ourselves and Our Partners(23:35) – The Importance of Self-Care in Relationships(35:28) – The Science and Practice of Work-Life Balance(42:38) – Building A Values-Based Roadmap in Work and in LifeKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Gender Economics, Work-Life Balance, Working Mothers, Gender Roles, Invisible Labor, Personal Well-being, Self-Care, Flexible Work Schedules, Career Goals, Personal Growth, Parenting, Leisure Time, Structural Dynamics, Reflection Questions, Personal and Professional Growth, CEO Success

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