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Editorial integrity and independence in the watch world. It's a hot topic, and one we've explored before. But that was before today's guest penned her open letter to the watch industry published in Robb Report titled: "Watch Execs Need to Learn to Respect Journalistic Boundaries." Victoria Gomelsky is editor-in-chief of JCK, a New York City-based jewelry trade publication founded in 1869. Her writing on watches, jewelry and travel has appeared in the New York Times, Robb Report, WSJ Magazine, and the Hollywood Reporter, among many others. For detailed show notes, including links to more information, visit collectivehorology.com/blog. Hosted by Asher Rapkin and Gabe Reilly, co-founders of Collective Horology, Openwork goes inside the watch industry. You can find us online at collectivehorology.com. To get in touch with suggestions, feedback or questions, email podcast@collectivehorology.com.
On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Stephanie Chung, the first African-American president of a private aviation company and the author of Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You. Kristel and Stephanie discuss some keys to thrive in environments with people who aren't like you and lots more. Tune in now! Key Takeaways From This Episode: A look into Stephanie's book Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You Some challenges that leaders and employees are currently facing and how to overcome them How to navigate the fear of being canceled The importance of realizing that you have a privilege ABOUT STEPHANIE CHUNG Stephanie is not just an #1 international best-selling author; she's a force of strategic innovation, a beacon of change, and a titan in the world of business growth and human capital management. With over 30 years of experience, Stephanie has cultivated a reputation for turning challenges into opportunities and transforming growing businesses into thriving hubs of success. As a pioneering woman of color in the aviation sector, Stephanie has ascended to top executive roles, influencing industry standards and driving impactful growth. Her tenure as Chief Growth Officer at Wheels Up and President at JetSuite is marked by innovative strategies that significantly expanded membership and redefined brand positioning. As an aviation trailblazer, Stephanie has 35 years of aviation experience, from a baggage handler to being the first African-American private aviation company president. Never meeting an expectation she didn't plan on surpassing, she led a private aviation sales team that beat their quota of almost $1B every year. Apart from her executive accomplishments, Stephanie is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and author whose work has been translated into 60 different languages. Her works, particularly in applying neuroscience to sales and leadership, offer groundbreaking and practical strategies for professional growth. Her engaging and practical insights have made her a top rated speaker for events and organizations in search of deeper, longer lasting, change. Stephanie's influence also extends to her board roles with organizations like the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the National Business Aviation Association, where her strategic insights have guided significant organizational transformations. At the heart of Stephanie Chung's extraordinary success is her unwavering belief in the strength of human connections, fueling a journey that inspires us all to be better, together. Stephanie has received numerous accolades. She was named: Adweek's “Women Trailblazers”, Robb Report's “23 Black Visionaries Who are Changing the Luxury World”, WLTH's “Top Women in Travel & Hospitality”, Savoy Magazine's' “America's Most Influential Black Executives, and D CEO Magazines “Top 500” She is listed on the Ebony Power 100, was a contributing columnist for Inc. and Black Enterprise Magazine, and has influence that transcends borders. She is a former contributor to Inc. Magazine and can be seen on ABC, NBC, CBS, and more. Her journey is a testament to the power of strategic thinking, resilience, and unwavering dedication to excellence. Connect with Paula: Order Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You TikTok: @thestephaniechung Instagram: @thestephaniechung Linkedin: thestephaniechung YouTube: @Coachstephaniechung Facebook: TheStephanieChung Website: www.stephaniechung.com About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to “Live Greatly” while promoting leadership development and team building. Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions. Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations. They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content. Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.
Curtis Duffy is a renowned American chef and restaurateur known for his artistry and ingredient-driven menus. He owns and operates the esteemed Ever Restaurant Group in Chicago and has garnered international acclaim. Ever earned two Michelin stars, and his previous venture, Grace, earned three from 2015 to 2018.Duffy has been honored with Forbes Travel Guide's Five-Star rating, Triple A's Five-Diamond rating, and the James Beard Foundation's Best Chef, Great Lakes Award in 2016. Recently, the Robb Report honored him as one of the top 50 most influential figures in fine dining.Chef Duffy's captivating journey is chronicled in the acclaimed documentary For Grace, which highlights his rise from adversity to culinary greatness.In addition to his culinary pursuits, Duffy is deeply committed to giving back to the community. He sits on the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts advisory board, where a $25,000 scholarship in his name is awarded. Duffy's past charitable efforts have included volunteering and serving as chef chair for the Grand Chefs Gala, a Greater Illinois Cystic Fibrosis Foundation fundraiser. He also participates in Chicago's Banchet Awards.In 2022, Duffy opened After, a come-as-you-are bar, and The Canvas by Ever, a high-end event space next door to Ever. Both places have received high praise.Unlocking Humanity with Host John Edmonds Kozma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gregory Gourdet Chef and Founder - Kann and SousòlAuthor, Everyone's Table: Global Recipes for Modern Health - 2022 James Beard Foundation Award Winner2023 James Beard Foundation Award Winner for Best New Restaurant2024 James Beard Foundation Award Winner for Best Chef: Northwest and Pacific RegionCulinary Director Printemps - New York Gregory Gourdet is a three-time James Beard Foundation Award-winning chef, best-selling author, and television personality. He is best known for his award-winning cuisine, bevy of TV appearances, and trendsetting role in the culinary boom of Portland, Oregon.A native of Queens, NY, Gregory attended the Culinary Institute of America, becoming the school's first student to land an internship with celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. For nearly seven years, Gregory honed his culinary skills at three of Jean-Georges' trailblazing restaurants, climbing the kitchen ranks to become one of his chef de cuisines. Gregory ran the kitchen at Portland's Departure Restaurant + Lounge for 10 years, leaving in 2019 to focus on opening Kann. An avid traveler and lifelong student of food and culture, Gregory has made a name for himself by infusing methods and ingredients from all over the world, balanced together with his Haitian heritage, and creating signature flavors adored for their seasonality, boldness, complexity, and spice. He was named “Chef of the Year” by both Eater Portland and the Oregon Department of Agriculture, and is a two-time Bravo Top Chef finalist.In 2021, Gregory released his first cookbook, Everyone's Table: Global Recipes for Modern Health, the ultimate guide to cooking globally-inspired dishes free of gluten, dairy, soy, legumes, and grains. The book is a national bestseller and a 2022 James Beard Award winner for Best General Cookbook. August 2022 brought about the opening of Kann, a live-fire dinner house that showcases traditional Haitian flavors alongside dishes inspired by the cuisines of the African and Caribbean diaspora. Kann was quickly recognized by Eater, The New York Times, and Robb Report as a “Best New Restaurant”; Esquire named Kann the #1 “Best New Restaurant in America.” Portland Monthly and The Oregonian also named it restaurant of the year. Kann was named the James Beard Foundation Awards 2023 “Best New Restaurant.”In September of 2022, Gregory opened Sousòl, Kann's subterranean sibling cocktail bar. Sousòl draws inspiration from the greater Pan-Caribbean for its food and drink menu. It also features a full zero-proof menu for an inclusive experience for drinkers and non-drinkers alike. In 2023, Sousòl was named one of Esquire's “Best Bars in America.”In 2024, Gregory's culinary career was recognized by the James Beard Foundation Awards, which named him “Best Chef: Northwest and Pacific.” The same year, Kann was featured on the inaugural “25 Best Restaurants in Portland, OR Right Now” list by The New York Times and was featured on La Liste's 2025 list of the world's best restaurants. In his role as Culinary Director of Printemps New York, opening March 2025, Gourdet will oversee five concepts, ranging from fine dining to a casual cafe—each a celebration of artistry, unparalleled quality, innovation, culture, and creativity.Gregory sees food as nourishment and is committed to moving the restaurant industry forward sustainably and equitably. He is a member of the US State Department's American Culinary Corp. He is also an ambassador for the Marine Stewardship Council.He spends his spare time trail-running in the woods for hours.Gregory is a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and openly gay. He is a member of Alcoholics Anonymous and Ben's Friends, a national recovery group for the restaurant industry.
We speak with Sasha Lund about her book, The Rising Role of Women in Family Offices and Family Businesses. We discuss the advantage of speaking multiple languages (she speaks 11!), what pulled her into the family office world, the challenges women face in business families, common misconceptions about family offices, and the importance of values in family businesses. Sasha Lund is a Schulze-award winning researcher, author, and founder of Core Values Consulting, a consultancy designed to guide business families through multi-generational continuity and longevity. She is a global NEXUS member, a senator for the World Business Angel's Forum, and was former managing director for One Million Children, an NGO dedicated to the empowerment and education of refugee children. Shasha has been published in Forbes Italia, Robb Report, Diplomatic World, International Family Office Journal, and many others. She holds a degree from King's College London in Modern Foreign Languages with Education and Film. What Sasha is Reading Right Now: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles Sasha's Music Recommendation: “Run to the Hills” by Iron Maiden Read More from Sasha: Sasha's Website, Core Values Consulting Website, LinkedIn ___ Get updated when new episodes release by joining our list: https://bit.ly/4dwwTgD Connect with CFA Society Dallas/Fort Worth: LinkedIn | Instagram| www.cfasociety.org/dallasfortworth
Running a travel business isn't just about booking dreamy getaways. It takes strategy, smart money moves, and strong industry connections. Kemi Wells-Conrad, Founder and President of Wells Luxury Travel, joins this episode to share insights into what it really takes to grow a thriving travel agency while maintaining work-life balance. She dives into startup costs, pricing strategies that protect your time, and the power of networking to build a thriving business. Plus, she gets real about setting boundaries and making self-care a priority. If you want to scale sustainably and actually enjoy the journey, this episode is for you! About Kemi Wells-Conrad: Originally from the UK, Kemi instantly fell in love with Vancouver when she moved to Canada in 2012. With an insatiable passion for travel, Kemi has visited more than 80 countries, lived on three different continents and visited all seven. With a degree in public relations, Kemi has worked for global brands in various marketing, event and communication roles. In 2014, Kemi joined the travel industry, working as the Director of Sales – Corporate and Leisure at North South Travel, where she oversaw the team, handled all strategic partnerships, sales and marketing for the agency. Six years later, at the start of 2021, Kemi decided to launch her own agency, Wells Luxury Travel, a boutique collective for advisors specializing in four key pillars: adventure, celebration, sustainability and wellness travel. Kemi is a proud member of the Travel + Leisure Advisory Board, is a featured A-Lister in their annual awards and sits on the advisory board for National Geographic Lindblad Expeditions. Kemi previously ran the Young Travel Professionals and then Millennials in Travel Vancouver chapter, as well as sitting on Virtuoso's Global Member Advisory Board for over 6 years. She has been quoted and featured in a variety of publications, including Travel + Leisure, Robb Report, CNBC and BRIDES. wellsluxurytravel.com Today we will cover: (02:00) Kemi's background; Wells Luxury Travel (07:50) Maintaining a healthy work-life balance (13:35) Startup costs and ongoing expenses of running a travel business (15:40) Time management and delegation (24:50) Financial strategies to ensure fair compensation (26:55) Unexpected expenses associated with growing a team (30:30) Outsourcing; tech stack essentials for running a legitimate business (34:00) Customer service recovery and having a financial buffer (43:50) Investing in professional development and travel experiences (51:30) The value of attending conferences and networking VISIT THE TEMPLATE SHOP Create an enjoyable booking experience for every one of your travel clients. EXPLORE THE PROGRAMS Self-paced style courses for the modern travel advisor. _____ JOIN OUR NICHE COMMUNITY: tiquehq.com/niche FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/tiquehq CHECK OUT OUR SERVICES & PROGRAMS: tiquehq.com
Note to listeners: we're currently on hiatus, returning with new episodes in April 2025. Until then, we're sharing some of our favorite episodes from the archive each week. Today, we're speaking with Chicago-based journalist and photographer Karthika Gupta. Her work has been featured in Vogue, BBC Travel, USA Today, Condé Nast Traveler, Fodors, AFAR, Travel & Leisure, Robb Report, and more. Karthika is also the founder of Culturally Ours, a platform dedicated to promoting cultural understanding and celebrating global diversity. Reminder: I'm running a 10-day group trip to Jordan this May. The trip runs from May 18th to 27th and you can get all the information by visiting here. The last day to join our trip is Friday, April 18th.Original Air Date: Feb 28, 2024.What you'll learn in this episode:Meet a sustainable farm by one of the smallest tribal nations in CaliforniaThe flower markets of MumbaiThe misconceptions about traveling to the Middle East How Karthika travels with her two children Featured on the show:Read Karthika's Vogue Story, How One of the Smallest Tribal Nations in the U.S. Is Redefining Sustainable Living Follow Karthika on Instagram: @karthikaguptaListen to Episode 07: You're Good Enough To Do This Work with Karthika Gupta Learn more about our upcoming trip to Jordan in May hereGet more information at: Going Places website Join our Going Places newsletter to get updates on new episodes and Yulia's travel storytelling work. Subscribe at goingplacesmedia.com/newsletter!For more BTS of this podcast follow @goingplacesmedia on Instagram and check out our videos on YouTube!Please head over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE to the show. If you enjoy this conversation, please share it with others on social and don't forget to tag us @goingplacesmedia!And show us some love, if you have a minute, by rating Going Places or leaving us a review wherever you listen. You'll be helping us to bend the arc of algorithms towards our community — thank you!Going Places with Yulia Denisyuk is a show that sparks a better understanding of people and places near and far by fostering a space for real conversations to occur. Each week, we sit down with travelers, journalists, creators, and people living and working in destinations around the world. Hosted by Yulia Denisyuk, an award-winning travel journalist, photographer, and writer who's worked with National Geographic, The New York Times, BBC Travel, and more. Learn more about our show at goingplacesmedia.com.
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for January 21, 2025 is: gourmand GOOR-mahnd noun A gourmand is a person who loves and appreciates good food and drink. Gourmand can also refer to someone who enjoys eating and drinking to excess. // He was a gourmand who retired to New Orleans to live close to the cuisine he loved best. See the entry > Examples: "... the deck sports a dining area with a barbecue and pizza oven for gourmands." — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2023 Did you know? When gourmand first appeared in English texts in the 15th century, it was no compliment: gourmand was a synonym of glutton that was reserved for a greedy eater who consumed well past the point of satiation. The word's negative connotation mostly remained until English speakers borrowed the similar-sounding (and much more positive) gourmet from French in the 17th century to describe a connoisseur of food and drink. Since then, while the original, unflattering sense of gourmand has remained, it has picked up an additional, softer sense referring to someone who appreciates, and has a hearty appetite for, the pleasures of the table. More recently, gourmand has expanded beyond cuisine and into the world of perfumery: fragrances that evoke edible pleasures are called "gourmands."
"Even if people should listen to you they won't unless you give them a reason to." Today, I am joined by Jonathan Goodman, creator of the Personal Trainer Development Center ($35M+ rev), fellow podcast host, and 12-time author. His latest book, The Obvious Choice: Timeless Lessons on Success, Profit, and Finding Your Way came out yesterday and I know you'll want to grab it ASAP! This episode is the perfect taster of what you can expect inside. We get into: - His "whales and minnows" philosophy - Why waypoints are more important to celebrate than goals - Why he wrote this book - Some inconvenient truths about business - Why you should always choose yourself - How to perform a 2-week test (and why you want to) - Tips to find your thing - His belief in a cycle of consistency and obsession, not "1% gains" - How you can catch yourself with a "wheels on the bus" checklist "Today, too many of us are pessimistically overinformed. Good information is not necessarily good advice for you." I have followed Jonathan for years and enjoy doing so because he is values-driven, brings a lot of clarity, and means what he says. Listen to our conversation, buy the book, and go follow him if you'd like to stay in touch @itscoachgoodman (on Instagram and Twitter). ----- ** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, like, and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each and every one! ** Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: https://youtu.be/XRVkM4w9ZxE ----- Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal Trainer Development Center ($35M+ rev) and host of the popular Obvious Choice podcast, a top podcast for coaches, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Jon's been featured in most major business and fitness publications including Men's Health, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Robb Report, Inc., and many more. Over 200,000 coaches and small business owners in more than 120 countries have purchased business development materials from him. In his latest book, The Obvious Choice: Timeless Lessons on Success, Profit, and Finding Your Way, Jonathan teaches you how to win in business without feeling like you have to win the internet. Originally from Toronto, Jon spends his winters exploring the World with his wife and son. Follow Jonathan Goodman: Twitter: @itscoachgoodman Instagram: @itscoachgoodman YouTube: Jonathan Goodman LinkedIn: Jon Goodman Podcast: The Obvious Choice Weekly Newsletter: 5 Reps on Friday Get Jonathan's Latest Book:The Obvious Choice: Timeless Lessons on Success, Profit, and Finding Your Way ----- To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans… Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25 Connect with me on social (I'm @caryngillen in all the places) Or grab this free resource I made just for you! 5 Ways to Make Coaching Your Marketing: https://caryngillen.lpages.co/5ways/ You can also get strategic about bringing in more money with the How To Get More Clients Intensive: https://caryngillen.com/intensive/ If you think I'm the coach for you, you're probably right! Message me to connect and we can figure out together where you fit.
Trying to win the internet is a gloriously inefficient way to build a business.Learn how to earn more and compete less in John's much-needed approach to success in a crowded marketplace.Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal Trainer Development Center ($35M+ rev) and host of the popular Obvious Choice podcast, a top podcast for coaches, entrepreneurs, and small business owners.No matter your goals, The Obvious Choice offers 15 essential lessons on profit and success that are timeless because they prioritize the humans who buy from you and not erratic and temperamental algorithms.Jon's been featured in major business and fitness publications including Men's Health, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Robb Report, Inc., and many more. Over 200,000 coaches and small business owners in more than 120 countries have purchased business development materials from him.In his latest book, The Obvious Choice: Timeless Lessons on Success, Profit, and Finding Your Way, Jonathan teaches you how to win in business without feeling like you have to win the internet. Originally from Toronto, Jon spends his winters exploring the world with his wife and son.In this episode, Jonathan shares how to balance content creation with building a successful business. He covers strategies for standing out in the fitness industry, overcoming ad struggles, and leveraging social media to grow locally. Jonathan highlights the power of masterminds, newsletter growth, and creating functional content that drives long-term success.He also shares insights on email marketing, debunks the myth of overnight success, and offers tips for navigating social media challenges. If you're ready to grow your business authentically, Jonathan provides actionable advice and timeless lessons to help you thrive.Chapter02:53 - Navigating the Fitness Industry: Marketing Strategies06:06 - Effective Social Media Strategies for Local Businesses12:22 - The Power of Masterminds in Building a Coaching Business15:08 - Understanding Newsletter Growth Strategies18:24 - Self-Publishing and Marketing Strategies for Authors33:25 - Effective Email Marketing Strategies39:53 - Email Marketing Success Stories44:00 - The Illusion of Success: Outlier Stories46:20 - Social Media and Content CensorshipLearn More About Orbit Marketing:Visit Our Website: https://orbitmarketing.io/ Book A Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/onkh0t7y3dIlC2NjpyblJoin Our Newsletter: https://newsletter.orbitmarketing.io/Follow Jonathan Goodman→ Twitter: https://x.com/itscoachgoodman→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itscoachgoodman/→ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathanGoodmanCoach→ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-goodman/→ The Obvious Choice Podcast: https://www.theptdc.com/the-obvious-choice-podcast → The 5 Reps on Friday Newsletter: https://www.theptdc.com/newsletter-subscribeGet Jonathan's Latest Book, The Obvious Choice: Timeless Lessons on Success, Profit, and Finding Your Way: https://www.amazon.com/Obvious-Choice-Timeless-Lessons-Success/dp/1400249139? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit orbitmarketing.substack.com
About the Episode:Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal Trainer Development Center ($35M+ rev) and host of the popular Obvious Choice podcast, a top podcast for coaches, entrepreneurs, and small business owners.Jonathan's been featured in most major business and fitness publications including Men's Health, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Robb Report, Inc., and many more. Over 200,000 coaches and small business owners in more than 120 countries have purchased business development materials from him.In this episode of "Uploading...," Jonathan shares insights from his journey of building a multimillion-dollar fitness business through strategic content creation. He discusses key concepts like understanding audience needs, developing scalable systems, and focusing on meaningful metrics for long-term success.Today, we'll cover:- Jonathan's transformative journey from personal trainer to successful online entrepreneur- The key principles for creating impactful, business-focused content that resonates with your audience- How to develop a range of offerings that serve your audience at different stages of their journey- Adopting a balanced, seasonal approach to work and life for long-term success and fulfillment- Powerful, timeless lessons from Jonathan's new book, The Obvious Choice, on mastering the game of business and lifeWhat You'll Learn1. Content Creation and Business Success2. Understanding Human Behavior vs Chasing Trends3. Goodhart's Law and Social Media Metrics4. Jonathan's Life and Business Philosophy5. Business Structure and Offerings6. Client Management and Online Income Growth7. Viral Content vs Content that ConvertsTimestamps00:00 From working as a personal trainer to a $7M per year business04:20 Jonathan's new book, The Obvious Choice; the parade problem07:01 First steps to start growing an audience online13:34 Personal Trainer Development Center's first online course14:57 How to create a scalable system and avoid the trap of false economies19:57 Thinking of content as a long-term savings account24:11 Goodhart's law: when the metric becomes the goal, it ceases to be a good metric28:00 Building businesses in seasons; balancing personal life and work33:12 The four arms of Jonathan's business36:53 Broader community vs high ticket offers; choosing customers wiselyLikes vs Business Impact: “It's easy to be rich with likes and poor with dollars because what feeds the ego is what's bad for the wallet… I have lots of posts that have 10, 20, 30, 40, 100,000 likes. I also have posts that have less than a thousand likes. And I can tell you that the posts with less than a thousand likes drive more business than the posts with 30 or 40,000. Now, does that mean that neither is valuable? I believe that we need three types of content. I believe that we need viral, value, and depth-based content.” — Jonathan Goodman, 00:25:59 → 00:27:08Content as a Savings Account: “Most of the time, everything that's working for you will be bubbling underneath the surface, invisible to the eye. You don't know when that inflection point is going to hit… You have to think of content as a savings account and you have to think of content as a way to primarily nurture and convert people and leads that are generated elsewhere.” — Jonathan Goodman, 00:21:10 → 00:21:56Show notes powered by Castmagic---Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Follow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!Castmagic InstagramCastmagic TwitterCastmagic LinkedIn ---Blaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of CastmagicJonathan Goodman - Founder of Personal Trainer Development Center
Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal Trainer Development Center and host of the popular Obvious Choice podcast, a top show for coaches, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Jon's been featured in most major business and fitness publications including Men's Health, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Robb Report, Inc., and many more. Over 200,000 coaches and small business owners in more than 120 countries have purchased business development materials from him. Originally from Toronto, Jon spends his winters exploring the World with his wife and two young sons
On this week's episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Andy Wang, a seasoned journalist covering the latest restaurants and bars, food and drink destinations and emerging cultural trends. Andy has a particular interest in giving a voice to Chinese and Asian Americans in the food and restaurant industry. Andy has written for Food + Wine, The Robb Report, Zagat, Taste, Condé Nast, Epicurious and many other publications. He is the co-founder of Dumpling Mafia NFT, he co-hosts both the Chinese Food Fight Club and Industry Only at The Cheese Store, podcasts. Andy also hosts Industry Only events and is based in Los Angeles but also covers New York and Las Vegas. For more information on our guest:@andywangnylaCaryn Antoniniwww.cultivatedbycaryn.com@carynantonini@cultivatedbycarynshow###Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.com/recipes/
In this episode of Just FlexIt™, Austin and Justin are joined by Jason Himber, Chief Executive Officer of The Mina Group. Based in San Francisco, The Mina Group is a renowned restaurant management company specializing in innovative full-service and virtual dining concepts. Led by James Beard Award-Winning Chef Michael Mina, the group is a trailblazer in the food and beverage industry.Jason reflects on his journey with The Mina Group, offering insights into the art of hospitality, building a world-class brand, and staying ahead in a competitive industry. He also shares his perspective on the post-pandemic renaissance of hospitality and the aspects of the industry that fuel his passion.Learn more about The Mina Group's portfolio of award-winning restaurants and groundbreaking virtual brands. The group is known for delivering unforgettable dining experiences that blend luxury, creativity, and innovation. Favorites among NBA players and athletes like Steph Curry and tennis legend Andre Agassi, the group has become a cultural and culinary powerhouse.Don't miss this engaging conversation with Jason Himber! Tune into the latest episode of Just FlexIt™ on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for December 30, 2024 is: urbane er-BAYN adjective Someone described as urbane is notably polite, confident, or polished in manner. Urbane is also used to describe things that are fashionable and somewhat formal. // "When did my willful, childish cousin turn into this urbane young artist greeting the guests at her opening reception?" wondered Elena. // We were impressed by the hotel's urbane sophistication. See the entry > Examples: "The classical-meets-country-house architecture offers a relaxed lifestyle fused with urbane glamour and a thoroughly modern slate of creature comforts." — Mark David, Robb Report, 18 June 2024 Did you know? City slickers and country folk have long debated whether life is better in town or in the wide-open spaces, and urbane is a term that springs from the throes of that debate. In its earliest English uses, urbane was synonymous with its close relative urban ("of, relating to, characteristic of, or constituting a city"). Both words come from the Latin adjective urbanus ("urban, urbane"), which in turn comes from urbs, meaning "city." The modern sense of urbane developed from the belief (no doubt fostered by cosmopolitan city dwellers) that living in the city made one more suave and polished than did leading a rural life.
Send us a textDiscover the captivating world of travel journalism with our esteemed guest, Robin Catalano, whose impressive portfolio includes features in The New York Times and National Geographic. Journey with us as Robin recounts her serendipitous path into journalism, from a childhood love for writing, sparked by her high school English teacher, to her unexpected pivot from archaeology to journalism after a transformative internship. Robin unveils her diverse career adventures, from corporate communications to magazine editing and her passionate return to journalism for the love of in-depth, long-form storytelling. Her dedication to travel, conservation, and food and beverage narratives underscores her commitment to high-quality content and the pressing need to protect our natural world.In this episode, Robin takes us behind the scenes of her storytelling process for Hidden Compass. She shares the intricate, two-year journey of crafting a narrative on Salem's Merchant Trade and an adventurous fossil hunt in New Brunswick with a paleontologist. Experience the resilience and revival of historic Chinatowns in Vancouver and Victoria through her eyes as she balances personal bucket lists with storytelling opportunities. Robin, embracing the role of an "uninfluencer," challenges the glossy veneer of social media to present authentic travel experiences. Tune in for her insights on working with PR professionals and her award-winning approach to bringing strong characters and honest narratives to life.Learn more about Robin at robinwriter.com. Read her work in the New York Times, National Geographic, Travel + Leisure, TIME, Smithsonian, Conde Nast Traveler, BBC, Robb Report, AFAR, Hemispheres, US News & World Report, Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Fodor's, Roadtrippers, Thrillist, AAA, ROVA, Seattle Times, Albany Times Union, and more!Connect with her on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncemoretotheshore/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robincatalano/ Thank you for listening! Please take a moment to rate, review and subscribe to the Media in Minutes podcast here or anywhere you get your podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/media-in-minutes/id1555710662
eXp Luxury is the ultimate edge for agents seeking to dominate in prestige property and the high-end real estate sector. With eXp Realty's global network of nearly 90,000 agents spanning 24 countries, eXp Luxury offers an unrivaled platform for showcasing prestigious properties. Your listings will gain worldwide exposure and be featured on up to 90 international websites, reaching a high-net-worth audience keen on luxury real estate. As a real estate agent specialising in Australia's prestige market, you're always looking for ways to list more property, sell more property and elevate your profile whilst providing unmatched exposure for your clients' properties. eXp IS what you have been looking for. In addition to international reach, eXp Luxury gives your listings the opportunity to be featured in world-renowned publications such as the Robb Report, The Wall Street Journal, James Report, and other prestigious digital platforms. This exposure not only elevates your brand but reassures your clients that their properties are receiving the attention they truly deserve. Have the credibility boost of showcasing your properties with the tagline “As Seen In The Wall Street Journal” on your website and marketing materials. That level of prestige sets you apart from the competition. For a modest annual membership fee, eXp Luxury provides you with: International exposure to an exclusive audience. Mastermind groups with top luxury agents worldwide. Global referral opportunities to grow your business. Mind-blowing marketing collateral, including customised landing pages and listing templates designed specifically for luxury properties. Comprehensive vendor reporting, offering your clients detailed insights into their property's marketing performance. This membership is a win-win: you gain a competitive edge, and your clients enjoy exceptional service that stands out in the luxury market. Ready to elevate your prestige listings and transform your brand? Contact Lisa B from eXp Australia to discover how eXp Luxury can take your real estate business to the next level.
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for November 15, 2024 is: cachet ka-SHAY noun Cachet is used as a synonym of prestige to refer to the respect and admiration someone or something receives for being successful or important. It can also be used to refer to a characteristic feature or quality that confers such prestige. // His research in Antarctica gave him a certain cachet among other scientists. See the entry > Examples: "This 175-year-old real-life castle in Northern Ireland has real historical cachet." — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Sept. 2024 Did you know? If you're looking for a catchy word to add to your vocabulary, why not give your stamp of approval to cachet? After all, this term is borrowed directly from French, a language which has long held a certain cachet in English (formal- and fancy-sounding English words often have a French pedigree—evidence of the prestige bestowed on the language). In French, cachet—which comes from the Middle French verb cacher meaning "to press"—refers to an official seal pressed into soft wax and used on formal and legal documents. The "seal" sense of cachet has been used in English since the 17th century, and in the 19th century the word started acquiring its extended senses, first referring to a feature or quality conferring prestige, and by century's end to prestige itself.
In this episode, Tony interviews the legendary Malibu architect, Doug Burdge, AIA. Doug and his firm have designed and built over 300 custom residences in the Malibu region alone in varying styles, all of which are breathtaking. His projects have been widely featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, The Wall Street Journal, Veranda, Robb Report, Luxe, and Traditional Home. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics including Doug's beginnings and draw to Malibu, permitting masterpieces with the City of Malibu, Woolsey Fire rebuilds, and his work in other regions including Sun Valley and Montana. | To learn more about Doug Burdge and his firm, as well as see their portfolio of amazing homes in Malibu and elsewhere, visit: www.buaia.com
The BanterThe Guys are alarmed to find out how some folks are flavoring their beverage..and so is the Board of Health. The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys get deep with chef Curtis Duffy, who received Michelin stars for his restaurants Grace and Ever in Chicago. Curtis shares his story, how he leads his team and what keeps him striving for excellence.The Inside TrackThe Guys highly recommend you watch the movie For Grace about the opening of Curtis's restaurant Grace. The three find plenty to talk about being lifers in a challenging industry. This is how Curtis handles every day.“My daily drive and my daily vision was to be better than what I was yesterday. And I pushed the team and led the team that way. That was always my commitment to the restaurant. We have to be better. We have to be better,” Curtis Duffy on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2024 BioCurtis Duffy began his career in Chicago working under chef Charlie Trotter then later chef Grant Achatz. Curtis became head chef at Avenues, which earned two Michelin stars after his arrival. He and Michael Muser opened Grace in Chicago in 2012. In 2013, the Robb Report named Grace the best restaurant in the world. Grace earned three stars in the Michelin Guide four years in a row. The James Beard Foundation named Duffy Best Chef, Great Lakes in 2016. In 2020, Duffy and Muser opened Ever restaurant which was awarded two Michelin stars in 2021, 2022, and 2023. In 2022, he opened After lounge, and the following year Esquire named After one of the Best Bars in America.Curtis has appeared in numerous television shows such as Top Chef, Top Chef: Colorado, Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend. A couple of episodes of The Bear were filmed inside his restaurant Ever and Curtis made and plated the dishes that appear in season 2 episode 7. Chef Duffy's journey is chronicled in the acclaimed documentary For Grace highlighting his rise from adversity to culinary greatness.InfoEver Restauranthttps://www.ever-restaurant.com/For Grace (movie)Watch on AmazonReach out to The Restaurant GuysIf you're in New Jersey...November 15 Walk Around Wine TastingNovember 22 Dale & Jill DeGroff Happy Hourstageleft.com/eventsOur Sponsors The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Centerhttps://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accountinghttps://www.withum.com/ Our Places Stage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/ To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguys**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2401692/subscribe
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the reinvention of A. Lange & Söhne, and the brand is celebrating with the release of four new Lange 1 references in two different configurations. Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to view the watches and sit with the German brand's CEO, Wilhelm Schmid to discuss the current state of the brand, the anniversary, and the cars seen at Audrain Newport. Show notes:A. Lange & Söhne2024 Audrain Newpot Concours & Motor Week30th Anniversary Lange 1 modelsLange 1 Anniversary on Robb Report
Today on our episode #400 (!) of All in the Industry® — a true milestone; Shari Bayer is on-location with her guest Michael Mina, award-winning chef, founder and executive chairman of MINA Group, a collection of over 30 chef-driven concepts, including PABU, Sorelle, MINA's Fish House, The Bungalow Kitchen by Michael Mina, and Bourbon Steak, across the Bay Area, Los Angeles, New York, Hawaii and beyond. Born in Cairo, Egypt and raised in Ellensburg, Washington, Michael began his epicurean journey at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, and gained hands-on experience working in Chef Charlie Palmer's kitchen at the upscale Aureole in NYC. Now Michael has returned to where his career started with the opening of Bourbon Steak New York, his first NYC restaurant located inside the newly renovated JW Marriott Essex House New York on Central Park South. Michael has been honored with numerous accolades over the years, including a Michelin star at MICHAEL MINA, James Beard Foundation's “Who's Who of Food & Beverage” inductee, Bon Appétit's Chef of the Year, and most recently named one of the “50 Most Powerful People in American Fine Dining” by Robb Report. Michael and his collection of restaurants have been featured across national media outlets from Food & Wine, to Food Network & TODAY, and he has cooked for three U.S. presidents: Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama. Shari sat down with Michael at Bourbon Steak New York over the summer to talk about his impressive career and restaurants, and why he decided to open now in NYC. Today's show also features Shari's PR tip to stay the path; Speed Round; Industry News on Hurricane Helene and how it's impacted the F+B community in Asheville and beyond -- sharing a recent message from acclaimed chef and restaurateur Katie Button of Curate and La Bodega by Curate in Ashevile; and how we can help (see links below); and Solo Dining experience at Quique Dacosta's 3-Michelin star, namesake restaurant, Quique Dacosta, in Denia, Spain, where Shari had an extraordinary solo lunch and travel adventure, taking the ferry from Ibiza to Denia for a daytrip. Here's to 400 Episodes! Thanks, as always, for being a part of All in the Industry®. Ways to support the F+B community and more affected by Hurricane Helene:NCRLA - NC Restaurant & Lodging Associationrecovery.ncrla.orgSouthern Smoke Foundationsouthernsmoke.orgWorld Central Kitchendonate.wck.org••• Listen at Heritage Radio Network; subscribe/rate/review our show at iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. Follow us @allindustry. Thanks for being a part of All in the Industry®. Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support All in the Industry by becoming a member!All in the Industry is Powered by Simplecast.
This week we record with the head of product development for A. Lange & Söhne, Anthony de Haas. Anthony has been with Lange for 20 years, and offers some incredible insight to how the brand operates, what motivates them, and how they try to keep enthusiasts and customers surprised. This year is the 25th anniversary of the Datograph, and we discuss its evolution in that time, including the 2012 transition, and the latest Datograph Handwerkskunst. Keep an eye out for more coverage of the Audrain Motor Show coming soon to The Deep Track and to Robb Report.Note: the audio was recorded outside, you may need to adjust the volume once the interview begins. Show Notes:A. Lange & Söhne25th Anniversary Datograph HandwerkskunstWhite Gold Datograph released at Watches & WondersAudrain Motor WeekRobb Report
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Paul Rainey. He serves as Executive Vice President of Operations and Finance for Penske Media Corporation (PMC). In this role, he works across PMC's portfolio of award-winning brands, including Rolling Stone, Billboard, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Vibe, Robb Report, SHE Media, Dick Clark Productions, Luminate, Sportico, and SXSW. Rainey oversees all operations and financial decision-making affecting the various operating companies that report to him. He provides strategic financial input companywide, including developing and implementing operational and financial procedures to improve and maintain the economic health of PMC and its leading media brands. He also guides acquisitions and investments. Paul also serves on several boards. He is the Audit Committee Chair of Redaptive, Inc. board of directors and a SXSW director. An accomplished senior executive with 25 years of financial leadership experience across multiple verticals with extensive international experience in billion-dollar operations spanning five continents. Rainey holds a Master of Science in Accountancy and a BBA in Finance and Computer Applications from the University of Notre Dame. *Company DescriptionPenske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 350 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and live events, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC's journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several of the most iconic and vital cultural events such as the Golden Globes, Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), New Year's Rockin Eve, SXSW, American Music Awards (AMAs), LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week, and ATX Television Festival. Penske Media is headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, for more information, please visit www.PMC.com I have worked for some of the largest companies in the world (General Electric for 15+ years across 5 continents) and have been a board advisor to startups with a few employees that have gone on to obtain Fortune 100 companies as clients. I have seen many paths and time horizons to financial stability and can share what I have observed in a few areas specifically in a time where people are struggling with remote work to return to offices turning the "work/life" balance and or priorities upside down. While they are also trying build wealth to gain financial security while they pursue professional careers: Talking Points1) Work life balance - How to navigate in today's environment2) Wealth building - What is reasonable time horizon (overnight?), How to think about generating passive income, keys to investing #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Paul Rainey. He serves as Executive Vice President of Operations and Finance for Penske Media Corporation (PMC). In this role, he works across PMC's portfolio of award-winning brands, including Rolling Stone, Billboard, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Vibe, Robb Report, SHE Media, Dick Clark Productions, Luminate, Sportico, and SXSW. Rainey oversees all operations and financial decision-making affecting the various operating companies that report to him. He provides strategic financial input companywide, including developing and implementing operational and financial procedures to improve and maintain the economic health of PMC and its leading media brands. He also guides acquisitions and investments. Paul also serves on several boards. He is the Audit Committee Chair of Redaptive, Inc. board of directors and a SXSW director. An accomplished senior executive with 25 years of financial leadership experience across multiple verticals with extensive international experience in billion-dollar operations spanning five continents. Rainey holds a Master of Science in Accountancy and a BBA in Finance and Computer Applications from the University of Notre Dame. *Company DescriptionPenske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 350 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and live events, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC's journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several of the most iconic and vital cultural events such as the Golden Globes, Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), New Year's Rockin Eve, SXSW, American Music Awards (AMAs), LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week, and ATX Television Festival. Penske Media is headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, for more information, please visit www.PMC.com I have worked for some of the largest companies in the world (General Electric for 15+ years across 5 continents) and have been a board advisor to startups with a few employees that have gone on to obtain Fortune 100 companies as clients. I have seen many paths and time horizons to financial stability and can share what I have observed in a few areas specifically in a time where people are struggling with remote work to return to offices turning the "work/life" balance and or priorities upside down. While they are also trying build wealth to gain financial security while they pursue professional careers: Talking Points1) Work life balance - How to navigate in today's environment2) Wealth building - What is reasonable time horizon (overnight?), How to think about generating passive income, keys to investing #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Paul Rainey. He serves as Executive Vice President of Operations and Finance for Penske Media Corporation (PMC). In this role, he works across PMC's portfolio of award-winning brands, including Rolling Stone, Billboard, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Vibe, Robb Report, SHE Media, Dick Clark Productions, Luminate, Sportico, and SXSW. Rainey oversees all operations and financial decision-making affecting the various operating companies that report to him. He provides strategic financial input companywide, including developing and implementing operational and financial procedures to improve and maintain the economic health of PMC and its leading media brands. He also guides acquisitions and investments. Paul also serves on several boards. He is the Audit Committee Chair of Redaptive, Inc. board of directors and a SXSW director. An accomplished senior executive with 25 years of financial leadership experience across multiple verticals with extensive international experience in billion-dollar operations spanning five continents. Rainey holds a Master of Science in Accountancy and a BBA in Finance and Computer Applications from the University of Notre Dame. *Company DescriptionPenske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 350 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and live events, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC's journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several of the most iconic and vital cultural events such as the Golden Globes, Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), New Year's Rockin Eve, SXSW, American Music Awards (AMAs), LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week, and ATX Television Festival. Penske Media is headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, for more information, please visit www.PMC.com I have worked for some of the largest companies in the world (General Electric for 15+ years across 5 continents) and have been a board advisor to startups with a few employees that have gone on to obtain Fortune 100 companies as clients. I have seen many paths and time horizons to financial stability and can share what I have observed in a few areas specifically in a time where people are struggling with remote work to return to offices turning the "work/life" balance and or priorities upside down. While they are also trying build wealth to gain financial security while they pursue professional careers: Talking Points1) Work life balance - How to navigate in today's environment2) Wealth building - What is reasonable time horizon (overnight?), How to think about generating passive income, keys to investing #BEST #STRAW #SHMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Martin and his wife, Gay, started Martin Dingman in 1990 to build a company on the foundation of quality, integrity, and the "Refined Country Life." They have created World Class Leathergoods for the stylish man and enjoyed the honor of being recognized by nationally known publications, including the Robb Report as "America's Best Of The Best, and Forbes magazine as one of "America's 50 Best Companies.” Martin and his son and Sales Manager, Avery Dingman, join us on The Wow Factor podcast to discuss the importance of kindness, quality, and faith in business. We dig into the challenges of running a family business, including blurred boundaries and how the Dingman family is planning for the future of the business. Martin also shares why they never remove the inspirational Scripture tags from their belts before shipment, no matter who asks them. “We put people before profits.” - Martin Dingman “If you can help somebody, then it's all worth it.” - Martin Dingman “Keep growing and learning every single day.” - Avery Dingman This Week on The Wow Factor: Martin reflects on his career, including mentorship from CEO Fred Wilson, and the importance of quality and integrity in business Why Martin decided to create a unique, high-quality clothing line for aspirational men Martin and Avery discuss their brand's unique approach to product development, emphasizing individuality and avoiding conformity Martin emphasizes the importance of integrity and honoring God in business, even if it means sacrificing profits Why they never remove inspirational tags from their belts before shipment, highlighting the company's commitment to integrity The potential challenges of working with family members and how Martin Dingman blends family and business Martin shares a story of a Wisconsin state senator who preferred Martin Dingman belts over other brands because of their high quality and longevity Why they use Proverbs without scripture references The challenges of producing high-quality goods in the US due to cost and availability of skilled labor Martin Dingman's Words of Wisdom: I have three mission steps for my business. My first goal is to shine a light on Jesus Christ, who is the reason for everything. My second is to reward our employees as best we can because, in reality, they're the ones who are making it happen. The third is to make a profit so we can care for our people. Avery Dingman's Words of Wisdom: Try to learn and soak up other people's words of wisdom rather than being the guy who acts like he knows everything. Keep learning and growing every single day. Connect with Martin Dingman: Martin Dingman Website Martin Dingman on Instagram Connect with The WOW Factor: The WOW Factor Website Connect with Brad Formsma via email Brad Formsma on LinkedIn Brad Formsma on Instagram Brad Formsma on Facebook Brad Formsma on Twitter
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for August 17, 2024 is: copious KOH-pee-us adjective Copious is a synonym of abundant and plentiful. It is always used before a noun to describe something very large in amount or number. // The pie was served with a copious amount of ice cream. // Jacqueline took copious notes during the long lecture and shared them with the rest of her study group. See the entry > Examples: “My colleagues were more than gracious enough to take some time out of their day to taste-test copious amounts of chocolate.” — Tori Latham, The Robb Report, 10 May 2023 Did you know? Despite meaning “abundance,” the Latin word copia has not led to an abundance of words in English; in other words, its descendants are far from copious—at least on the surface. There's copious, of course, which comes from copia by way of Middle English and has been used since the 14th century, when it first described things—such as farmlands or ore deposits—that produce abundant yields. Then there's cornucopia, which combines this same root with cornu, meaning “horn,” and refers to an inexhaustible store or abundance of something (as well as to a decorative horn or horn-shaped basket overflowing with produce and used as a symbol of abundance). Finally, there's the commonplace word copy, used as both noun and verb. That's all she wrote… unless you consider the mucho copious amount—nay, cornucopia—of words that start or end with copy, from copycat to photocopy to copypasta.
Richard Weylman was orphaned at age 6 and he lived in 19 foster homes and attended 11 different schools. Rather than becoming the victim of those circumstances, he overcame them and he has had remarkable business success, including as an award-winning General Sales Manager of Rolls Royce to Head Sales and Marketing for the Robb Report, a Magazine for the Luxury Lifestyle from its inception until its record liquidity event. A Hall of Fame inducted Keynote Speaker, Richard has also been inducted into the Customer Experience Hall of Fame for his legendary work helping brands engage with their customers and retain them. He is the author of two international bestsellers, the latest of which, The Power of Why: Breaking Out in a Competitive Marketplace is in seven languages and is also a CEO Reads best seller. His next book 100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life was released on March 12th, and is available for pre-order on Amazon, or your favorite bookstore. Finally, he is a Horatio-Alger nominee for his philanthropic work on behalf of orphans and widows. Questions · Could you share with us in your own words a little bit about how you got from where you were to where you are today? · This new book that was released almost 3 months now it's been out the book, 100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life. Could you share with our listeners maybe 3 overarching themes that the book covers? And who is the book really geared towards? · In your research, when you were talking to your different clients about the different ways that you can acquire and keep clients, did you find that there were some industries that were thriving with these four things that you've mentioned, based on the research and others? · Now Richard, could you share with our audience maybe one or two books that you've read, it could be a book that you read a very long time ago, or even one that you've read recently, but it had a great impact on you. · Now, Richard, could you share with our audience what's one thing that's going on in your life right now that you're really excited about? Either something you're working on to develop yourself or your people. · Where can listeners find you online? Highlights Richard's Journey Me: Now, we always like to give our guests a little opportunity to share a little bit about their journey. Could you share with us in your own words a little bit about how you got from where you were to where you are today? Richard shared that the key thing is when all of this stuff, he was an orphan, as mentioned in his introduction, and that was very kind. But he was orphaned, and he lived in 18 foster homes, went to 11 different schools. So, you learn just from life experiences, how to understand, how to adapt, how to connect, in his case with the people with whom he was living. But he thinks we all go through this similar journey in life, you learn how to connect or not with individuals. So, that really became the premise for all of his speaking and consulting. And they are a research-based consulting firm, they do a great deal of research about what the consumers' looking for, why they're looking for it. And most importantly, how salespeople, marketing people, business people can connect with the expectations, let's use that word, expectations of the consumer. So, that's what prompted his first book, Opening Closed Doors, Keys to Reaching Hard to Reach People then The Power of Why: Breaking Out in a Competitive Marketplace, which was mentioned. And those are in seven languages. And now his recent book, which really manifested itself after about October he would say in 2019, in the fall of 2019, it occurred to him that people were no longer talking about service anymore. They talked to people in their consulting projects, how would you rate the service of this company, and people didn't want to talk, they would say, “Well, the service is good. But let me tell you about the experience I had.” And it dawned on him that what people are really focused on good service is a minimum expectation today, what people really want, really want is an elevated experience, somebody who's thoughtful and kind and caring, and empathetic. So, that became the premise for the current book that's just come out, which is number one on Amazon hot new release. So, is that helpful? About the Book – Who the Book is Geared Towards and it's Overarching Themes – 100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life Me: So, you have this new book that was released almost 3 months now it's been out. And you said it's number one on the hot new list for Amazon. Could you share with our listeners maybe 3 overarching themes that the book covers? And who is the book really geared towards? Richard stated that that's it's a great question. The book itself is really geared, we'll start there, who reads this book? Anybody in sales, marketing, service, leadership, he's had over 2000 individuals that he knows of that are in either leadership roles or top advisors, top salespeople who have sent him emails because of the epiphany moments they've had in it and the reason he thinks that so many different types of people, it doesn't matter what industry, he's got people in real estate, he got a bunch of emails this morning, people in real estate, attorney, doctors, he had a dentist sent him an email, hairdresser. So, it really doesn't matter what industry you're in. What really matters is do you want to acquire and keep your clients for life? And he guesses the obvious question is, “Why wouldn't you want to keep your clients for life, given the cost of acquisition?” So, when he wrote the book, he didn't write it for any industry, he wrote it for individuals that really did want to, shall we say, connect with their customers or their clients in such a way that those individuals would never buy from anyone else in their space. And it really is the premise is to understand the lifetime value of a customer or a client. And a lot of business owners, and certainly salespeople, we don't often think about the lifetime value, we sell somebody something and we see it as a transaction. When you sell someone, it's not the end of something, it's the beginning of what could very well become a lifetime relationship with that individual every single time they need something that you may offer, they can reach out to you, and they become a customer for life. So, the question is, how do you do it? So, that's where the premise of the book came from and who he wrote it for. So, one of the overarching themes in interviewing literally hundreds, hundreds and hundreds of consumers. And the number really reaches over 1000 in all of their consulting work over the years from 2019 until now when he wrote the book, he would ask people, “What is something someone can do, or a company can do to get your attention and keep you as a client for life?” And they would tell him that, and they began to write those down. And that's how he came up with the 100 Proven Ways. He didn't set out to do 100 proven ways, but what they found out is today, there are four things people look for, these are the overarching themes. They want an individual and company that is thoughtful. In other words, they'll go the extra mile, do the extra thing, take the extra moment. Secondly, someone that's kind, will think about things from their perspective and do things that demonstrate kindness to them as an individual. Thirdly, someone that cares, cares enough to find out what they really want, what they really need, and what is the right, shall we say, item for them? The right haircut, the right prescription, the right legal advice, the right advisory advice, whatever, they want somebody that cares about them. And last but not least, they want someone in a company that's empathetic, someone that shall we say, demonstrates that even though I'm saying it's unique to me, my problem, and you've heard it 100 times as a salesperson, you know it's not unique. For me, it is unique. So, I appreciate your willingness to be empathetic. So, four things, thoughtful, caring, kind, empathetic, those are the overarching things. Industry Insights and Best Practices Based on Research from Book Me: So, they need to be thoughtful, they need to be kind, they need to be caring, and they need to be empathetic. In your research, when you were talking to your different clients about the different ways that you can acquire and keep clients, did you find that there were some industries that were thriving with these four things that you've mentioned, based on the research and others? Richard stated that it's really interesting Yanique mentioned that, and it's not so much industries, it's companies within that are doing well. Most industries are still in the transaction mode. Go to a restaurant, it's a transaction. If you order something online, it becomes a transaction. And as a result of that, people are looking for other options. So, what's happened is a few companies have really jumped to the front. And he'll just give you a couple of example, in the United States; they have a company called Chick-fil-A. Chick-fil-A is a chicken sandwich is basically what it is. He knew the founder, his name is Truett Cathy and they did a lot of traveling together, meetings together. And he would often say him, “Richard, now remember, we got to remind the crew here that we're not in a chicken business, we're in a people business.” So, they're closed every Sunday. So, that means if you want to put a characterize that differently, they're closed 52 days a year, that would mean they closed November 10 and re-open January 1, that's 52 days. They have the highest revenue per store than any other food franchise in the world. And they're closed from November 10 to January 1, and they're not open 24/7. So, the question is, why is that happening? Yes, it's a great chicken sandwich granted, but you get a chicken sandwich pretty much anywhere. What they really are known for is please, thank you, and my pleasure. And people sit in long lines at their drive thru, which are two and three lanes wide because people there say please, thank you, my pleasure. That's one brilliant example of how they do it. Give me another example, in the food industry, this company, for pets, and that company is called Chewy. Now, how has Chewy done, this young kid had started he said, when manufacturers and sellers of food products and other products for pets, they need to realize pets are part of the family. So, they need to take a family orientation and be kind, thoughtful, caring and empathetic with their customers about their pets. Well, they've done that, and just a quick, he (Richard) was speaking, he speaks all over the world. He's spoken at the Pegasus Hotel there in Jamaica many times for various conferences, and he will tell you that he was speaking at a conference in Nashville, Tennessee, he told the story of a woman who had posted on LinkedIn. She posted that she had a standing order with Chewy, this was in November when he was speaking, and her order for the cat food had just arrived. She posted on LinkedIn, “The cat food came, I called Chewy and said my cat has died. And I want to return the cat food. They said absolutely not; donate it to the local shelter. And we'll give you 100% credit on the bill.” The audience goes wow. And he said but that's only half the story. The other half that she wrote about was 3 days later, she got a bouquet of flowers, and a condolence card from the Customer Service Rep at Chewy. At that instant, this woman stood up in the middle of this ballroom of about 1000 people and scream, “That was my cat.” and held up her phone. She said, “I posted that this morning. I've already got 147 likes.” And at that moment, he just stopped and said, “Ladies and gentlemen, what does this tell us about Chewy?” And the whole room starts chanting, “We're switching to Chewy.” So, there's a message here. And it's the undercurrent of what's going on in business around the world. And it's not just in the US. He'll be in France again in October speaking in a large conference there; he goes to Asia a lot. And everywhere you go, people are really interested in doing business with individuals that are kind, thoughtful, caring, and empathetic and once he realized that, and then people began to share these ideas, if you would do this, I would be a loyal customer, he just thought it'd be helpful to put that out in the marketplace for anybody, regardless the kind of business you're in. Because it makes a big difference in your life. He heard from a guy that sells hot water heaters to hotels, and he said this book changed his business completely. So, that's the difference. Books that Have Had the Biggest Impact on Richard When asked about books that have had a great impact, Richard shared that one particularly, there's a series, his name is Bob Burg. And he's written a book, the original book, he was a co-author of a book called The Go-Giver: A Little Story about a Powerful Business Idea that is international bestseller, sold a couple million copies, what a fabulous book for anybody to read. And that would be one he'd recommend. And another one that he has co-authored with a guy named Jeff West is called Streetwise to Saleswise: Become ObjectionProofÔ and Beat the Sales Blues, it's really a great book, it just came out he would say a few months ago. And it's really a story, they write it in a story format and what he means by that is that it's like you're reading a novel, well, it is a novel. But as you're reading the novel, it's written in a way that allows you to understand various things you can do in shall we say in business to expand your influence, to make a significant impact and to really make a difference. Now, The Go-Giver book that he wrote, he's done a series Go-Giver Leader, The Go-Giver Sell More, and those are really dynamite books. But The Go-Giver, the original book is just oh my God, what a great book and they've sold millions of copies all over the world. And then the other one is Streetwise to Saleswise, another great book by he and a guy named Jeff West. That book has been out maybe a couple of months, but it's called Streetwise to Saleswise, and it's really written around the city of New Orleans and sales individual that went out there to shall we say, be in the sales business, it's a fabulous read, particularly people like novels that have read really great nuggets on how to be a better salesperson. What Richard is Really Excited About Now! When asked about something that he's really excited about, Richard shared that the book is doing extraordinarily well, he's been very grateful for that. It's been selected as the lead book for the London Book Fair and the Frankfurt Book Fair this year, which is a blessing. But what he's most excited about is he's getting in front of more and more audiences, he's in the Keynote Speaker Hall of Fame, and the Customer Experience Hall of Fame, and all of that is wonderful recognition. But what is really wonderful is when he has the privilege of being on the platform, and being able to share with audiences' ways in which they can elevate their client or customer experience, and stand apart from the competition, and that's what he's most excited about. He's got a lot of speaking engagements coming up this fall, and in places all over the world. And just to be a blessing to those people and to bring them some thoughts that perhaps they've never had, or to have reinforced that which is that they're doing so they really feel as though, “You know what, I'm on the right track, and we're going to continue to win more business.” So, those are the things that excites him. Where can listeners find Richard online? LinkedIn - Richard Weylman Website - http://www.richardweylman.com/ Richard shared that on the website, there you can download a chapter of his book free, you can read it, you can also order the book there of course. There's also, he does a great deal of media, he guesses there's probably 25 or 30, ABC, CBS, NBC and, Fox, both TV and radio segments there, you just click on media and you can listen and watch those on various topics. And then also under videos, you'll see a link there, you can go to learn services. And he puts up about he's going to guess 25 little video vignettes are a couple of minutes long that you can enjoy, they're all free, just wanted to plant those in your life. You can sign up for his performance tip that's the down at the bottom of every page but every 10 days he sends out researcher tips to about 20,000 people or subscribers, so it'd be wonderful if you subscribed. So, you want to go to www.richardweylman.com if you want him to speak at your conference, or at your upcoming meeting, whatever the case might be, there's a form there, fill it out, he responds to those. He actually gets those himself, he'd be happy to partner with you, and find a way that they can bring some additional learning to your organization, to your people so that they can elevate their business performance as well. Me: All right. Thank you so much for sharing, Richard. We just want to extend our deepest gratitude to for taking time out of your very busy schedule and hopping on this podcast. You shared some great insights and nuggets as it relates to some of the keys that you need to focus on in order to acquire and keep your clients for life especially based on the research that you did. And we love the examples that you gave, they were definitely relevant and something that I believe will motivate the audience to definitely go out and get a copy of your book, whether it be in soft or hard copy so they can try and elevate their own client experiences. So, thank you again. 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Today, we're chatting watches with our guest, watch journalist Blake Buettner. Blake's a veteran of watch media, having first contributed to Hodinkee in 2010. After that, he went on to work with StockX before becoming the Managing Editor of Worn & Wound. Nowawadays, you can find his writing in places like the Robb Report as well as his own project, The Deeptrack. We talk a bit about Blake's background, the early days of Hodinkee, and how he got into watches. But since he's old hat at this, James, Blake, and I mostly just kick back and talk watches – the new Seiko Speedtimer, exciting microbrands, all followed by a listener Q&A. A note that Hodinkee Radio will be adopting a summer schedule through the month of August. We're taking next week off, but we'll be back in your feed again before long. Until then, enjoy my discussion with Blake and James. Show Notes00:15: Blake's The Deep Track1:40: Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Sea-Dweller4:11: Worn & Wound's Windup Watch Fair5:45: Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor6:20: Introducing: Oak & Oscar Atwood Chronograph6:50: AnOrdain Model 39:15: Introducing: Furlan Marri Disco Volante10:10: Hands-On: Autodromo Group C11:00: Autodromo Racing Team14:30: Inside The Manufacture: Parmigiani Fleurier16:10: Hands-On with the d.m.h. Jump Hour17:40: 2013 Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix with Armin Strom26:57: Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar in "Pogue" Colors33:00: Hands-On With The Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary33:15: Seiko 5 Heritage Design Limited Editions34:00: Seiko Navigator SPB41137:45: Hands-On: Doxa Sub 200T38:13: Week On The Wrist: Omega Speedmaster With White Lacquer Dial40:38: Week On The Wrist: Patek Aquanaut 5065
Mel is an enrolled member of the Yakama Nation in Washington State. His entire career has been in the forests of The Pacific Northwest, with the United States Forest Service and the Yakama Nation.He started to listen to stories of the Forest People as a young child from his great grandfather. He would listen to locals and other enrolled members of their encounters. During is career he has had numerous encounters with Sasquatch, ranging from putrid smells to sighting one.That is when it peaked his interest and wanted to learn more than just the stories. He became a member of the BFRO and investigating encounters across Washington and Oregon. During his Forestry career was the main investigator for all the encounters of Bigfoot.He has done many interviews with all media including Coast to Coast AM, The Robb Report, ESPN and The Yakima Herald Republic.Mel has appeared on television programs; Red Earth Uncovered, Finding Bigfoot, Expedition Bigfoot, Yeti Massacre. ALSO has appeared in bigfoot documentaries; Bigfoot's Reflection, A Flash of Beauty: Bigfoot Revealed and its sequel Paranormal Bigfoot.Click that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones each Monday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have ten different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORKTo find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ
On today's episode, we are joined by Wade Shealy. With 40 years in the sector, Wade Shealy is one of America's top leaders in resort real estate development, marketing and sales. In 2010, in response to a market need to help second homeowners realize more value in their ownership, he founded and launched THIRDHOME, the industry's premier luxury property and travel club. Wade is recognized as the visionary force behind a series of high-profile real estate development projects. Most notably, the purchase, vision and development of Hampton Island, Georgia, an exemplary coastal community with one of the lowest impacts on the surrounding environment. Hampton Island, a 4,000-acre private community off the Georgia coast, was cited in Robb Report's “Best of the Best” as one of the top three private communities in North America. Hampton Island became the second home to Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, along with Robert and Lydia Mondavi, among other high-profile residents. The Hampton Island development was featured in numerous publications and won national awards for architecture and design. Wade graduated from the University of Georgia equipped for his future with far more than an Honors degree. Working for straight commission, 80 hours a week with the Southwestern Company selling bibles and educational books door-to-door, prepared him early on for many years ahead of entrepreneurial leadership. As a college student, Wade rose through the ranks to become one of the organization's top salespeople, along the way recruiting both the largest student team and the team selling the most volume, in Southwestern's 155-year history. As a District Sales Manager, he was named “District Sales Manager of the Year” for each of his four consecutive years in that role. In 1984, Wade began working in resort real estate, co-founding The Pinnacle Group in 1986 and growing it into one of the largest and most successful real estate companies on Hilton Head Island and the state of South Carolina. As Vice President of Intrawest, a premier North American mountain resort and adventure company, Wade directed sales and marketing for 12 different resorts with locations from New England to the Caribbean, successfully closing over $500 million in sales, annually. During his years in resort real estate, he developed and sold more than $3 billion in real estate. Wade has been featured in national and international publications, most notably the Wall Street Journal and Los Angeles Times. He also enjoys returning to his alma mater, the University of Georgia, as a frequent lecturer at the Business School, as well as to the College of Environment and Design in Landscape Architecture. Wade was instrumental in the creation of the Land Conservation Program for the State of Georgia and subsequently appointed by the Governor of Georgia, to the State Board of Land Conservation, serving for five years. Under Wade's direction, tens of thousands of acres of pristine land were protected. He was also appointed to the state's Marshland and Wetlands Protection Committee and voted the “Tree Friendly Developer” for the state of Georgia. Wade lives on a horse farm outside Nashville in Franklin, Tennessee. Besides his horses, Wade also raises bees and chickens. Inspired by his early background in nature preservation, he designed and built a natural swimming pond on his farm, one of the first of its kind in the U.S. Wade has three children, his youngest attends Arizona State University, his daughter lives in Greenville SC and is an entrepreneur with a very successful Medical Spa, and his oldest son is a Professor of Sustainable Civil Engineering at Virginia Tech. To learn more about Third Home, visit https://www.thirdhome.com/ Interested in joining our monthly entrepreneur membership? Email Annette directly at yourock@ievolveconsulting.com to learn more. Ready to invest in yourself? Book your free session with Annette HERE. Keep evolving, entrepreneur. We are SO proud of you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/annette-walter/support
Send us a Text Message.In today's episode, Debbi Kickham discusses luxury travel and fashion, highlighting unique discoveries and experiences. Debbi is a former editor of Robb Report, current senior editor at Honeymoons.com and luxury travel contributor to Forbes.com, WestFair and Travel Curator. Follow Debbi's life and work here: http://gorgeousglobetrotter.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DebbiKickham/ X: https://x.com/debbikickham Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/debbikickham/ Honeymoons.com: https://honeymoons.com/about/ Westfair: https://westfaironline.com/author/dkickham/ Travel Curator: https://travelcurator.com/about-us/ Canyon Ranch: https://www.forbes.com/sites/debbikickham/2024/02/14/celebrate-beauty-and-wellness-at-canyon-ranch-spas-first-ever-special-event/ Miraval: https://www.forbes.com/sites/debbikickham/2022/11/15/world-spa-awards-reveals-the-best-spa-and-wellness-brands-for-2022/ Bill: https://westfaironline.com/author/debbi-and-william-d-kickham/ Regent Seven Seas Cruises: https://www.rssc.com/ Viking: https://www.vikingcruises.com/oceans/why-viking/the-viking-difference.html Paul Gauguin: https://www.pgcruises.com/ Channel Five, NY: https://www.fox5ny.com/ I love men in tassled loafers: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Men-Tasseled-Loafers-Judge/dp/155770029X Canfora Capri Sandals: https://www.canfora.com/ Ola: https://hawaiianbodyproducts.com/ French Kande: https://www.frenchkande.com/ Jet Set Candy: https://jetsetcandy.com/ Sandals Jamaica: https://honeymoons.com/best-sandals-in-jamaica/ Bora Bora: https://www.forbes.com/sites/debbikickham/2018/04/27/tahitis-overwater-bungalows-are-the-ultimate-luxury/ 25 Best Overwater Bungalows: https://honeymoons.com/overwater-bungalows-caribbean/ Transcendent Travel: https://www.forbes.com/sites/debbikickham/2024/05/15/transcendent-travel-reigns-supreme-and-will-cross-the-1-trillion-mark-in-2024/ It's Easy.com: https://www.itseasy.com/ Thank you for listening! Please take a moment to rate, review and subscribe to the Media in Minutes podcast here or anywhere you get your podcasts:
It's our 20th episode! We welcome automotive journalist Peter Nelson with bylines at Donut Media, The Drive, Robb Report and more to chat with us about the state of the auto industry and the enthusiast lifestyle. Plust we get his thoughts on the Bentley Bentayga, the partnership between BMW and Toyota, Formula One and the very first Corvette. We cap it off with some great reader questions! Other topics include: - The last Packard - Pikes Peak Hill Climb Records - History of Grand Prix Racing - Benjamin Briscoe - The Chevrolet Camaro - Sunbeam Tiger & Carroll Shelby - Route 66 - Suzuki Jimney - The coolest Plymouths - The last Ford Thunderbird - Origins of Audi Peter Nelson can be found on Instagram and Threads at @16vPete or keep up with him on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/petenelson/ and on Muckrack at www.muckrack.com/peterjnelson The Drive History Podcast is an automotive history talk show that covers daily transportation history, automotive news, auto industry insights and more. Although, it's mostly just a couple car guys chatting about cars. I like 'em old, he likes 'em young. Send feedback, questions and comments: contact@carsandcopymedia.com. This automotive podcast is hosted by Brian Corey (Insta: @sparechangemultimedia), founder of This Day in Automotive History, & automotive encyclodpedia Jordan Stead (insta: @jordanbstead), produced by Cars & Copy Media Co. Facebook.com/automotivehistory Instagram @ThisDayInAutomotiveHistory / @DriveHistoryPod www.automotivehistory.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thedrivehistorypodcast/message
On today's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by the Swanky Maven Felice Sloan to discuss the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene. The pair discuss Houston's only James Beard Finalist Emmanuel Chavez of Tatemó not winning at this year's awards, the announcement of a 3rd location of The Taco Stand coming this time to Montrose, and Katami being named to the Robb Report's 10 Best New Restaurants in America list. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Haywire is featured and it was an interesting experience to say the least. Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston Chef Will Not Be City's Latest James Beard Award Winner Burger Joint Owners Roll Into Montrose with Street-Style Tacos Robb Report Names Buzzy Montrose Sushi Spot to Best New Restaurants List Houston Farmers Market Swaps Celeb Chef Taqueria for Family-Owned Tamales Houston Japanese Restaurant Crafts New, Premium Delivery Boxes
Send us a Text Message.In today's episode, Angela talks with Sarah Kuta about the challenges and opportunities of freelance writing, focusing on the importance of mentorship and networking, successful pitching, and current trends in the industry. Follow Sarah's life and work here: https://www.sarahkuta.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kutasarah/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarah.kuta.1/ X: https://twitter.com/sarahkuta?lang=en Nebraska: https://visitnebraska.com/ Northwestern: https://www.northwestern.edu/ Daily Camera: https://www.dailycamera.com/ Boulder, CO: https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/ Denver Post: https://www.denverpost.com/ AP in Dallas: https://apnews.com/hub/dallas Brittany Anas: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyanas33/?hl=en Brittany on Media in Minutes: https://communicationsredefined.com/brittany-anas-health-food-travel-writer-as-seen-in-real-simple-forbes-mens-journal-and-more 50 Best Franchises to Own: https://www.success.com/best-franchises-to-own/ River and Ocean Cruises: https://www.travelpulse.com/news/river-cruise/riviera-river-cruises-completes-refurbishment-of-ms-lord-byron Astronauts: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/could-running-around-a-wall-of-death-help-astronauts-stay-in-shape-on-the-moon-180984266/ History of the Ski Chairlift: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/how-railroad-engineer-from-nebraska-invented-worlds-first-ski-chairlift-180976878/ Sun Valley History Museum: https://visitsunvalley.com/to-do/wood-river-museum-of-history-and-culture/ Hearst Castle: https://hearstcastle.org/ Julia Morgan: https://pioneeringwomen.bwaf.org/julia-morgan/ Daisy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daisydoescolorado/ Thank you for listening! Please take a moment to rate, review and subscribe to the Media in Minutes podcast here or anywhere you get your podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/media-in-minutes/id1555710662
16th generation South Carolinian, native Charlestonian, and heralded Interior Designer Michael Mitchell is truly a rare breed. In this episode, Stacy and Erin sit down to hear how Michael's life has shaped his eye for style and his unique approach to design. Michael will inspire you to rethink how you “feather your nest” and offers amazing insight for any entrepreneur having created a one stop shop and design firm with benefits no one else can offer. Through decades of experience he's learned that relationships are the key to success. His greatest skill is listening - and through decades of experience he knows all the right questions to ask. By learning all about his clients, their families, and how they live, he can transform their home into more than they could have possibly imagined through his gift of design. He shares ballpark budgets and how detrimental it is to not identify and share a realistic budget. Michael's hallmark “twisted traditional” style, an embodiment of his ability to execute timeless design with a modern twist, has been recognized in publications like Traditional Home, Southern Home, Architectural Digest, Robb Report, and Wall Street Journal. This episode is full of amazing design tips and wisdom for anyone looking to make your home feel more like YOU. Follow Michael on IG: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmitchelldesigner/ Work With Michael: https://mitchellhillinc.com/. https://mitchellhillinteriors.com/about/ Today's episode is brought to you by Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage Find Out More: https://www.billpaynemortgagebanker.com
The World's #1 Personal Development Book Podcast! Join the world's largest non-fiction Book community! https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/ Today's episode is sponsored by Ken Rusk, if you're ready to get UNSTUCK check out the links below: https://courses.kenrusk.com/ https://www.kenrusk.com/ In today's episode we have the pleasure to interview Richard Weylman, author of “100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life: The Path to Permanent Business Success” Richard is a Hall of Fame Professional Speaker who has delivered over 4,000 keynotes on 4 continents to audiences ranging from 20 to 40,000! Richard was orphaned at age 6, lived in 19 foster homes and attended 11 different schools. He didn't let those circumstances stop him from success. Richard went on to lead an award-winning Rolls-Royce Motorcar operation then progressed to creating the initial sales and marketing organization for The Robb Report, an internationally recognized magazine for the affluent lifestyle.Now for nearly three decades he has been honored to show business owners and professionals around the world the path to proven business growth and success. As a researcher, author, consultant, and serial entrepreneur, he helps to deliver personalized and dynamic presentations that achieve real outcomes and measurable results. In this episode you'll learn about how to connect with people, how to master sales, the keys to becoming a successful speaker, actionable advice on how to take your business to the next level, and much more! This episode is full of actions you can take today to upgrade your business and your life! We hope enjoy this incredible conversation with Richard Weylman! To learn more about Richard and buy his book “100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life: The Path to Permanent Business Success” follow the links below: Website: https://richardweylman.com/ Book: https://a.co/d/e0I9uWo Twitter: https://twitter.com/richard_weylman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RichardWeylman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-weylman-8a087026 The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers) If you enjoyed this show, please consider leaving a review. It takes less than 60-seconds of your time, and really makes a difference when I am trying to land new guests. For more BookThinkers content, check out our Instagram or our website. Thank you for your time!
At the tender age of 10, Erica Stancliff demonstrated the skills that would later define her career as a winemaker and enologist. Now, with 16 harvests under her belt, Erica has been described by Press Democrat as a “young Sonoma County winemaker turning heads” and featured in renowned publications, such as Wine Enthusiast, Forbes, San Francisco Chronicle, Robb Report, Martha Stewart, and more. Currently, she consults for five unique wine brands, including her family's winery, Trombetta Family Wines, where since 2014, Erica has helped her family's winery expand from 500 cases of a single Pinot Noir a year to a broad portfolio of 1200+ cases of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. I invite you to drink in this episode with the charming and talented Erica Stancliff.
At the tender age of 10, Erica Stancliff demonstrated the skills that would later define her career as a winemaker and enologist. Now, with 16 harvests under her belt, Erica has been described by Press Democrat as a “young Sonoma County winemaker turning heads” and featured in renowned publications, such as Wine Enthusiast, Forbes, San Francisco Chronicle, Robb Report, Martha Stewart, and more. Currently, she consults for five unique wine brands, including her family's winery, Trombetta Family Wines, where since 2014, Erica has helped her family's winery expand from 500 cases of a single Pinot Noir a year to a broad portfolio of 1200+ cases of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. I invite you to drink in this episode with the charming and talented Erica Stancliff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Marcia embarked on her professional journey in the editorial world at Parenting magazine. Her career evolved with roles as a producer at Women.com, a food editor for 7x7 magazine in San Francisco, and as a contributing editor and restaurant critic at Houston magazine. Her freelance articles and recipes have graced the pages of publications such as Cooking Light, Parenting, Houston Chronicle, Sunset, American Health, Rebecca's Garden, Robb Report, Houston, Parenting Travel, BabyTalk, BabyCenter.com, and Safeway magazine. Marcia's writing skills and recipe acumen earned her a spot as a recurring contributor to Cooking Light's Annual Recipes cookbooks. Her Dinner is Done cookbook clinched the 2023 Independent Press Award for Best Cookbook and subsequently appeared on a billboard in Times Square.A familiar face on the screen, Marcia engages viewers with live cooking segments on HoustonLife, an NBC daytime lifestyle show in Houston. She has also appeared on Great Day Houston and Hallmark Home & Family. Beyond the screen, Marcia shares her expertise through interviews on podcasts and lifestyle websites, and she keeps her audience engaged with a newsletter featuring meal plans, cooking tips, and recipes.Her website:https://smartinthekitchen.com/ IG@smartinthekitchen What a fun conversation this was! Again I have met someone fantastic at The Southern C Summit. So very thankful that Marcia and I ended up next to each other at our mentor lunch. She is so precious and fun. I can't wait for yall to meet her. ---Check out the Nothin' But Fine blog and website.Follow us on social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube Want everything in your inbox? Subscribe to the Nothin' But Fine newsletter!
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for February 26, 2024 is: retinue RET-uh-noo noun A retinue is a group of helpers, supporters, or followers. // The venue relies on a retinue of workers to carry out large events. See the entry > Examples: "Royal Island, a swanky Caribbean oasis in The Bahamas, awaits its next king or queen and their lucky retinue of family and friends." — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2024 Did you know? Retinue comes via Middle English from the Anglo-French verb retenir, meaning "to retain or keep in one's pay or service." Another retenir descendant is retainer, which has among its meanings "one who serves a person of high position or rank." In the 14th century, such retainers typically served a noble or royal of some kind, and retinue referred to a collection of retainers—that is, the noble's servants and companions. Nowadays, the word retinue is often used with a bit of exaggeration to refer to the assistants, guards, publicists, and other people who accompany a high-profile individual in public. You might also hear such a collection of folks called a suite or entourage, two other words that come from French.
Chris Dorsey has been called the 'brand-father' of outdoor television having helped create and launch almost 60 series in the outdoor genre and an equal number of series in mainstream television, including for such networks as ABC, Discovery Channel, History Channel, HGTV, Travel, DIY, ESPN, WGN America, National Geographic, Nat Geo Wild, Destination America, Oxygen, and all the outdoor networks.Dorsey formerly served as editor in chief of Sports Afield and Ducks Unlimited magazines, is the author of twelve books, and is a regular contributor to Forbes. His work also has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, National Geographic, Newsweek, and The Robb Report. He is among the world's most widely traveled hunters having taken the twenty-nine big game species of North America, the deadly seven species of Africa, the spiral horns of Africa and the wild turkey world slam. He is a member of the Outdoor Legends Hall of Fame and is a recipient of the Ray Scott Trailblazer Award as well as the Curt Gowdy Memorial Award.Dorsey has also served in board and advisory positions of numerous conservation and sporting advocacy organizations. Chris is the producer and host of Sporting Classics with Chris Dorsey television show airing on Outdoor Channel, CarbonTV, Waypoint TV, Outdoor America, and Wild Television Network.
Today we discuss a recent article on The Robb Report where journalist Victoria Gomelsky asked a number of industry experts about their predictions for the watch industry in 2024. Somehow she even invited us to offer our predictions, and we go over all of them in today's episode! The article: https://robbreport.com/style/watch-collector/watch-industry-predictions-2024-1235475238/amp/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thiswatchlife/message
In the latest GuildSomm podcast, host MS Christopher Tanghe interviews Kelli A. White, director of education for the Wine Center at Meadowood in Napa Valley, author of Napa Valley, Then & Now, and accomplished wine writer. Kelli discusses the history of Napa Valley, its regions, trends, and much more. Prior to her role at Meadowood, Kelli was the senior staff writer here at GuildSomm, where she wrote articles and expert guides on a wide range of topics and received two Roederer Awards for her work. Her writing has also appeared in World of Fine Wine, Robb Report, Sommelier Journal, Le Pan, and Vinous. Before venturing into writing and education, Kelli was a sommelier at New York City's Veritas and PRESS in St. Helena. Her acclaimed book, Napa Valley, Then & Now, was originally released in 2015; a reprint was recently issued. Head to GuildSomm.com for links to Kelli's writing and to learn more about Napa Valley, Then & Now. Listen in for a deep-dive on Napa Valley and great insights into the region. If you enjoy this episode, please leave us a review to support the show. Cheers!
Hillel L. Presser is the Managing Partner at The Presser Law Firm, P.A.,who specializes in asset protection law and known for educating people on legal strategies to protect their prosperity. He has been featured in various prominent publications such as Forbes, Sports Illustrated, the Robb Report, the Houston Chronicle, and the Los Angeles Times. Presser has also made appearances on several major radio and television networks, including FOX, BRAVO, NBC, ABC, and CBS, and his work has been recognized in the international press in Canada, Germany, Greece, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. His clientele includes well-known business owners, doctors, celebrities, and professional athletes. On RED, Hillel shares how he started in law and why he chose to specialize in asset protection. He talks about his experience doing presentations around the globe and his appearances on radio and tv. Hillel was a wonderful guest and shares so much important information that everybody should know! Listen now!
Eric Wind is one of the world's leading experts in vintage watches. Eric founded and owns Wind Vintage, a company he started in 2017 that is dedicated to offering exceptional watches for sale at all price points and providing advisory services to top vintage watch collectors around the world. Eric previously served as Vice President, Senior Specialist for Christie's where he helped lead the sale of a number of important watches at auction around the world and through private sales. Eric has been featured and quoted in a number of publications including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Financial Times, The Chicago Tribune, HODINKEE, GQ, Robb Report, Fortune, Men's Health, The Hollywood Reporter, and more. To see more, click above on the Press page. Recorded November 2023 https://www.windvintage.com/abouthttps://www.instagram.com/ericmwind/ Head to factormeals.com/tire50 and use code tire50 to get 50% off. Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code SMOKINGTIRE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Go to PrizePicks.com/tire and use code tire for a first deposit match up to $100! Visit OmahaSteaks.com, take advantage of 50% off sitewide plus use promo code TIRE at checkout to get that EXTRA $30 OFF your order. Minimum order may be required. Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman
Tim Flores and Genie Kwon are the husband/wife duo behind Kasama; a bakery and modern Filipino restaurant in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood of Chicago. In one year they racked up three of the world's biggest accolades including Food & Wine's “Best New Chef,” James Beard Award Best Chef: Great Lakes, and a Michelin star… not to mention the Robb Report's list of “50 Most Powerful People in American Fine Dining.” You may also recognize their restaurant from being mentioned several times in the hit Hulu series, “The Bear.”Tim and Genie are supportive of a number of philanthropic organizations including Pilot Light, an organization that supports students by bridging the lessons they learn in their classrooms to the foods on their lunch trays, at home, and in their communities. They also support No Kid Hungry, an organization working to end child hunger in America by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need every day to thrive. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chefs Tim Flores and Genie Kwon.This season is brought to you by Fords Gin, a gin created to cocktail.This episode is brought to you by Frito-Lay.This episode is brought to you by Martin's Famous Potato Rolls.Check out our #BtPlatePodcast Merch at www.BeyondthePlateMerch.com Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook and TwitterFollow Kappy on Instagram and Twitter
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for October 25, 2023 is: extraneous ek-STRAY-nee-us adjective Something described as extraneous does not form a necessary part of something else, and may also therefore be considered irrelevant or unimportant (as in “extraneous details”). // The woman who reported the robbery kept bringing up extraneous facts, such as what she'd had for lunch. See the entry > Examples: “Free of frippery and extraneous decorative details, the roughly 4,500-square-foot loft is a pure expression of the bold geometries, expert craftsmanship, and premium materials for which Gwathmey is renowned.” — Mark David, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2023 Did you know? We'd hate to be extra, so we won't weigh you down with a lot of extraneous information about the word extraneous. Instead, we'll tell you that it has been a part of the English language since at least the mid-1600s, and that it comes from the Latin word extrāneus, which means “not belonging to one's family or household; external.” Extrāneus—a combination of the Latin adverb/preposition extrā (“outside” or “beyond”) and adjective suffix -āneus—is also the root of the English words strange and estrange; its influence is even more obvious in the Spanish adjective extraño, meaning “strange.” The “outside/beyond” senses of extrā are also evident in non-extraneous English words like extraterrestrial, which refers to a creature originating from “outside” planet Earth, and extrajudicial, which describes something “beyond” what is allowed by a court.