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Dan Blaker was trapped in a sales job he despised while struggling to manage his mother's vacation rental with unreliable cleaners. Searching for an escape, he stumbled upon MaidThis, a cleaning franchise specializing in short-term rentals. With no entrepreneurial background, Dan took a huge risk, securing a personal loan with his mother's help to buy in and start his side hustle.The beginning was a grind of late-night training calls and weekend work. The real test came when he was unexpectedly fired from his sales job, losing his only safety net. This pivotal moment forced him to go all-in on his business, hitting the streets with scrappy marketing tactics to survive. That pressure paid off—today, Dan's generates over $250,000 a year, and he now trains other entrepreneurs entering the system.In this interview, Dan joins Ryan Atkinson to share his incredible journey from frustrated employee to successful business owner. Tune in to learn about how to start side hustle apart from your day jobl, how he secured funding, and the resilient mindset required to build a profitable business from the ground up.Takeaways:- "Messy, imperfect action" will always beat cautious, slow, and manageable growth. Don't wait for the perfect plan; just get started.- Losing your financial safety net can be a powerful catalyst, forcing you to commit fully and get resourceful with your business.- When starting with limited funds, invest your time instead of your money. Scrappy, in-person marketing like networking and visiting potential clients can be highly effective.- The emotional ups and downs of entrepreneurship are real. Learn to separate your feelings from the data-driven needs of the business to make logical decisions.- Focus on the lifetime value (LTV) of a customer. Offering flexibility or a discount upfront can secure a client worth thousands of dollars over the long term.- You don't need to reinvent the wheel. A franchise can provide the systems, playbook, and support network necessary to accelerate growth.- Starting a business often requires creative financing. Don't be afraid to take calculated risks, like securing a personal loan, if you believe in your model.- Resilience is a muscle built during the lowest points. Pushing through tough times equips you with the experience to know you can handle future challenges.- A franchise is not a passive investment. It requires just as much hard work, accountability, and late nights as starting a business from scratch.- Nobody knows exactly what they're doing when they start. The difference between a wannabe and an entrepreneur is the one who takes action despite the uncertainty.Tags: Side Hustle, Entrepreneurship, Business Growth, Cleaning Business, Small Business, Financial FreedomResources:Grow your business today: https://links.upflip.com/the-business-startup-and-growth-blueprint-podcast Connect with Dan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JaXBeYDSDqI

Jennifer Meyer is the founder and creative director of Jennifer Meyer Jewelry, a fine jewelry brand handmade in Los Angeles. Jennifer's story starts early. At six, she was discovering her love for jewelry while creating pieces with her grandmother. Fast forward: she hustled her way into getting a job at Glamour magazine, then worked in fashion and PR with Ralph Lauren and Giorgio Armani. In 2005, she finally followed her passion she felt for years and launched her brand at her kitchen table, teaching herself everything from molds to pricing. Her big break came when Jennifer Aniston wore the leaf necklace in The Break-Up, and suddenly her pieces were on the shelves at Barneys and Net-a-Porter. Nearly two decades later, Jennifer Meyer Jewelry has become a Hollywood staple, worn by everyone from Reese Witherspoon and Taylor Swift to Selena Gomez and so many more.In today's episode, Jennifer gets real about what it took to build from zero. We talk about how her upbringing & working at a young age shaped her resilience, the scrappy hustle that got her first big break at Glamour, and the leap from side passion to a real business. She shares the chaos of those early orders, the moment Jennifer Aniston put her work on the map, and what it was like to scale while raising her daughter. We dig into money lessons from her dad, why she chose slow and steady growth, and how to bet on yourself when there's no roadmap. Jennifer also opens up about navigating comparison, leaning into social and how it's impacted her business, and redefining what success means to her over the years. If you've ever felt “not enough,” this conversation will remind you that passion, persistence, and kindness can take you farther than you think.In this episode, we'll talk to Jennifer about:* Why staying focused and trusting your passion has guided her career. [02:46]* Early work experiences and family influences that shaped her values. [05:26]* Building work ethic and discipline from a young age. [09:06]* From Glamour to Ralph Lauren and the lessons she carried forward. [12:05]* The pivotal decision to pursue jewelry design full-time. [20:04]* Confronting fear and taking the leap into entrepreneurship. [22:59]* Scrappy beginnings and the early challenges of launching her brand. [26:40]* How Jennifer Aniston wearing her jewelry became a breakthrough moment. [29:00]* Landing Barneys at the same time and learning how to manage momentum. [32:26]* Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship from the very start. [39:29]* Why investing in yourself is always worth it. [45:07]* The importance of leading with kindness and authenticity. [47:44]* How her definition of success has evolved over the years. [49:36]* Navigating emotional challenges and the resilience it takes to keep going. [51:35]This episode is brought to you by beeya: * Learn more about beeya's seed cycling bundle at https://beeyawellness.com/free to find out how to tackle hormonal imbalances. * Get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Jennifer: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenmeyerjewelry/* Website: https://jennifermeyer.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Outline00:00 Introduction to Temple of Gainz02:54 Yoni's Home Gym Journey5:44 The Evolution of Temple of Gainz08:33 Challenges and Triumphs in Business11:45 Customer Experience and Branding14:36 Product Development and Innovation17:32 Timeline of Growth and Sales20:14 Marketing Strategies and Community Engagement22:57 The Impact of Social Media and Reviews26:16 Future Plans and Expansion41:36 Building a Personal Gym and Showroom43:59 Establishing Temple of Gainz' Reputation44:57 Navigating Customer Feedback and Sales49:15 Challenges of Running a Fitness Equipment Business01:11:49 The Launch of the QuadSend Machine01:17:31 Designing the Ultimate Home Gym Machine01:22:05 Prototyping and Manufacturing Insights01:28:38 Kickstarter Launch Strategy01:35:38 Integrating New Technologies in Fitness01:50:16 Future Vision for Temple of Gainz

Listen now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.—John Fontenot has spent a decade in tech, working initially in software partnerships for Intel's Software and Services Group where he was first introduced to the role of product management. In 2018 John made a pivot into a role as a UX Researcher to get his foot in the door of a product team for a small HRTech SaaS company and hasn't looked back. John has worked in a variety of Sr. IC product manager roles, Director and Group Product Manager roles, and is now serving as VP of Product Management for Terlumina, an Enterprise SaaS startup focused on healthcare compliance management. John also runs a program called Path2Product where he helps aspiring PMs transition into their first product management role. John is a huge proponent and student of UX Research and truly believes that good product management can't be done well without it.In our conversation, we discuss:* What “scrappy” product research really means and when it crosses the line into chaos.* Why PMs can (and should) learn research basics when they don't have a dedicated partner.* How to build trust with researchers without stepping on their toes.* Creative recruitment strategies when incentives aren't an option—and what that reveals about product-market fit.* The case against paying customers for interviews, and how to make people want to talk to you.Some takeaways:* Scrappy research isn't an excuse to be sloppy. Scrappy doesn't mean fast for the sake of speed, it means smart, efficient, and focused on risk. John outlines how some decisions call for deep, strategic research, especially when millions are on the line, while others don't need to be tested to death. The key is knowing the stakes and picking the right level of investment. Scrappy research works best when it's intentional, not reactionary.* John shares creative ways to reach users without incentives, like turning idea boards into interview leads or mining Facebook groups and Slack communities for warm outreach. In regulated industries where payments aren't allowed, trust and thoughtful messaging become even more important. The best outreach comes from doing your homework, if you know what people care about, they'll usually talk. Payment can create a transactional mindset; genuine interest creates better conversations.* With researchers often outnumbered 10 to 1, it's unrealistic to gatekeep all research tasks. But that doesn't mean PMs or designers should bulldoze their way in. John advocates for shared ownership with clear boundaries, where non-researchers offer support, not competition, by helping with smaller usability tasks or contributing to recruitment. Trust is built by asking first, showing competence, and being open to feedback.* Recruitment speed isn't always the goal. Paying for participants might help with speed, but it can muddy your insight quality. If no one wants to talk about the feature you're testing, that might be a signal it's not worth building. Slower recruitment through organic methods forces you to get sharper on messaging, segmentation, and whether the problem actually matters.* John argues that researchers are most valuable when they go beyond testing buttons and start shaping product direction. Researchers who understand business priorities and speak the language of product are better able to influence decisions. Likewise, PMs who understand research can spot poor methods and ask sharper questions. Everyone benefits when the team invests in learning across roles and when researchers step confidently into strategic conversations.Where to find John:* Website* LinkedIn* Blog* Why you should never pay for customer interviewsStop piecing it together. Start leading the work.The Everything UXR Bundle is for researchers who are tired of duct-taping free templates and second-guessing what good looks like.You get my complete set of toolkits, templates, and strategy guides. used by teams across Google, Spotify, , to run credible research, influence decisions, and actually grow in your role.It's built to save you time, raise your game, and make you the person people turn to—not around.→ Save 140+ hours a year with ready-to-use templates and frameworks→ Boost productivity by 40% with tools that cut admin and sharpen your focus→ Increase research adoption by 50% through clearer, faster, more strategic deliveryInterested in sponsoring the podcast?Interested in sponsoring or advertising on this podcast? I'm always looking to partner with brands and businesses that align with my audience. 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NPR's National Security Correspondent Greg Myre spent the summer reporting on the war in Ukraine. He saw the devastation of the conflict. But he also saw something else: the country leveraging its resources at home to meet the moment…including in Lviv where they're racing to make as many of their own weapons as fast as they can.And at a hospital near the frontlines in central Ukraine where Ukraine's neurosurgeons are conducting state-of-the-art operations with cutting-edge technology.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by David West and Matt Ozug. It was edited by Andrew Sussman. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Mike and Charlie discussed the start of the 2025 MLB Postseason. Tulane head football coach Jon Sumrall joined Mike and Charlie to recap the Green Wave's 31-14 victory over Tulsa. Coach Sumrall praised RB Javin Gordon and the Green Wave's second-half defense. He broke down Tulane's room for improvement in the passing attack. Coach Sumrall also lamented LB Dickson Agu's serious injury and evaluated Tulane's linebacker room without Agu.

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupOn this episode, we speak with Boone & Ben, co‑founders of Highland Style Co., a clean‑ingredient men's grooming brand that grew from kitchen‑experiments to eight figures in revenue. We dig into their growth journey: how they built performance products, retained customers, and scaled unit economics without losing the values that launched them.What you'll learn in this episode:How to validate product performance early via professional channels (barbershops/salons) to build credibility.The importance of embedding unit economics (margins, payback period, LTV/CAC) from day one to ensure scalable growth.Three content pillars that moved the needle for Highland: founder storytelling, expert endorsements, and aspirational user content.Real tactics for retention: packaging, post‑purchase experience, SMS/email flows, and repeat products.Why staying lean in team & operations matters, and how to hire/contract strategically to keep agility.How clean beauty standards (ingredients, packaging) can coexist with performance and profitability.Timestamps00:00 The origins of Highland and solving a personal problem02:00 Early product development and validation with barbershops07:00 Bootstrapping, fundraising, and focus on profitability10:00 Building strong unit economics and targeting 80% margins12:00 Meta ads and founder-led storytelling that drove growth15:00 Evolving content strategy and leveraging industry experts18:00 Scaling to eight figures with only two SKUs21:00 Staying lean with a four-person team and efficient operations25:00 Merging marketing with finance and building a payback workbook28:00 Retention tactics and post-purchase experience31:00 Expanding to Amazon and why it was a growth unlock32:00 Scrappy press tactics and winning grooming awards35:00 Building relationships with creators and affiliate partners36:00 Future goals, brand vision, and plans for expansionHashtags#DTCpodcast #HighlandHair #EcommerceGrowth #Bootstrapping #StartupStory #UnitEconomics #FounderJourney #ContentStrategy #RetentionMarketing #AmazonGrowth #HaircareBrand #DigitalMarketing #BrandBuilding #BusinessPodcast #ScalingBrands Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://dtcnews.link/pilothouseFollow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

In this episode of Tribe Builders, Tanya sits down with Mariah Hamm, a St. Paul real estate agent who leads boldly with her queerness and authenticity. Mariah shares how getting laid off became the catalyst for building a business fully aligned with who she is—and how that alignment attracts clients who deeply resonate with her values. She opens up about serving people relocating to Minnesota who are seeking safety, belonging, and a fresh start, while also unpacking what it means to build a value-driven team, embrace abundance, and ditch perfectionism in favor of scrappiness and truth. This isn't your typical real estate story—it's an inspiring look at what happens when you lean fully into who you are and let your calling shape your business. ✨ If you've ever wondered what it looks like to thrive by being unapologetically yourself, this episode is a must-listen. Key Takeaways

This week on ScaleUp Radio we explore two very different but equally inspiring founder journeys. On one side, Gail Walker, founder of Diverse Minds Events, a purpose-driven entrepreneur building belonging for neurodiverse families. On the other, Sam Jukes, founder of CACTO Drinks, a determined innovator taking on the global drinks market with a product most people had never even heard of. Their stories highlight a key question for every business owner: Is it passion or grit that truly scales a business?   Meet the Guests Gail Walker – Purpose with a Mission Gail founded Diverse Minds Events after struggling to find inclusive events for her autistic son. What began as a family venture with a converted double-decker bus is now a growing business providing sensory-friendly spaces at major UK events. Her mantra? “Breaking barriers, building belonging.” Tenacious, hands-on founder (she even gained an HGV licence to drive the bus herself). Turned setbacks, like a bus breakdown, into opportunities to diversify services. Now scaling through consultancy and advocacy to change industry standards. Sam Jukes – Innovation Against the Odds Sam launched CACTO Drinks from his kitchen after discovering the nutritional power of the prickly pear cactus. With no industry background, he bootstrapped his way into the crowded drinks market. Scrappy entrepreneur who sold door-to-door with a backpack of samples. Learned resilience through rejection and refined his product through real feedback. Backed by angel investors, now chasing global expansion with a bold growth vision.   Key Lessons for Entrepreneurs Cash Flow is King – Both Gail and Sam stress that managing cash flow is a constant battle. Resilience Builds Success – Each faced moments of near failure, but belief in their vision kept them going. The Power of People – Trusted mentors, family, and early team members were critical in both journeys. Learn by Doing – Neither had formal business training, but each learned through trial, error, and costly mistakes.   Passion vs. Grit – The Big Difference Gail's story is rooted in purpose: solving a real problem for an underserved community and building a legacy. Sam's is powered by grit: breaking into a resistant market with persistence and relentless energy. This contrast reflects wider research from the BizSmart ScaleUp Challenge Report: Only 4% of UK SMEs ever scale beyond 10 employees. Founders who combine clarity of purpose with relentless execution are far more likely to break through. Read the full ScaleUp Challenge Report here:

The dream of scaling to 1,000 customers is exciting but the hardest milestone to cross is the first 100. That's where the real work happens: validating your idea, shaping the...

Rob Mayes⁠, General Manager at ⁠Empower Rental Group⁠, shares how he went from finance to running two rental branches, and what he's learned along the way.Hear how he navigated the shift from a scrappy independent to a national player and now a fast-growing regional company, why relationships are everything, how “scrappiness” gives smaller companies an edge, and where AI fits in without replacing people.

Paige Tills didn't set out to be a marketer. After starting in international relations and higher ed, she pivoted into business development at #samsales - where she built her way into marketing and ultimately grew into the role of VP of Marketing. Paige has built her role from the ground up, shaping the company's content engine, experimenting with paid and organic channels, and scaling what started as one newsletter into a multi-channel brand presence.In this conversation, we dive into Paige's journey, her lessons learned on newsletters, social, ads, webinars, YouTube, and AI, and what it takes to market with personality, precision, and scrappiness.Here's what we cover:Saying yes to pivots and building a career in unexpected placesHow #samsales scaled from one newsletter to a full content ecosystemZero-click content and why click-through isn't always the goalLinkedIn ads, thought-leader campaigns, and what not to do with targetingYouTube lessons: shorts, long-form, and CTAs that actually workWhy founder-led brands win - and what to do if you don't have oneMaking webinars engaging without the slide deck snoozefestEarly AI + LLM experiments: traffic, Wikipedia, and Reddit potentialThe role of personal storytelling and motherhood moments on LinkedInKey Links:Guest: Paige Tills: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paige-tills/Host: Jane Serra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeserra/––Like WIB2BM? Show us some love with a rating or review. It helps us reach more listeners.

Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! To learn more about attending the 2025 Ariat Dirt World Summit, visit www.dirtworld.com!

#281 CRO | Matt is joined by Haley Carpenter, founder of Chirpy, a conversion rate optimization agency. Haley has nearly a decade of CRO experience across agency, SaaS, and eCommerce, and she's known for helping brands use research and testing to make smarter marketing decisions.Matt and Haley cover:Why CRO isn't just A/B testing, and how research should guide every optimization effortHow to approach CRO when you don't have massive website traffic, including scrappy testing methods and toolsThe role of messaging, value props, and social proof in driving higher conversions (and where B2B often lags behind DTC)By the end, you'll have a clearer picture of how to approach CRO as a system, not just a set of tests.Timestamps(00:00) - – Intro (02:09) - – Who is Haley Carpenter (03:09) - – What CRO really means (06:09) - – Research vs. testing explained (10:09) - – Where to start CRO on a website (13:09) - – Testing with limited traffic (17:09) - – Using data for smarter decisions (20:09) - – Building a culture of testing (24:09) - – How to report CRO results (29:09) - – Scrappy tools: Clarity & Hotjar (34:54) - – What B2B can learn from DTC (38:54) - – Why messaging matters more than features (42:54) - – The power of social proof (48:54) - – Common blockers to CRO success (50:54) - – A surprising test result (+7% sales) (52:54) - – Vanity metrics vs. real business outcomes (56:54) - – Closing thoughts Send guest pitches and ideas to hi@exitfive.comJoin the Exit Five Newsletter here: https://www.exitfive.com/newsletterCheck out the Exit Five job board: https://jobs.exitfive.com/Become an Exit Five member: https://community.exitfive.com/checkout/exit-five-membership***This episode of the Exit Five podcast is brought to you by Qualified.AI is the hottest topic in marketing right now. And one thing we hear a lot of you marketers talking about is how you can use AI Agents to help run your marketing machine.That's where Qualifed comes in with Piper, their AI SDR agent.Piper is the #1 AI SDR Agent on the market according to G2, and hundreds of companies like Box, Asana, and Brex, have hired Piper to autonomously grow inbound pipeline. How good does that sound?Qualified customers are seeing a massive business impact with Piper: a 3X increase in meetings booked and a 2X increase in pipeline.The Agentic Marketing era has arrived. And if you're a B2B marketing leader looking to scale pipeline generation, Piper the #1 AI SDR Agent is here to help.Hire Piper, the #1 AI SDR Agent, and grow your pipeline today.You can learn more at qualified.com/exit5

Clint Scott and Dr. Mike Gustafson give you The Juice and talk about Texas Tech's availability report for Saturday, who to look out for this weekend for the Red Raiders, how the PAC-12 saga has unfolded since losing their top schools, and the Texas Rangers closing the gap in the playoff race. They also discussed their confidence level in Tech beating Oregon State.

Today I'm speaking with my friend Jeremy Enns, the founder of Podcast Marketing Academy, an accelerator program that works with scrappy, ambitious creators and brands who are serious about podcast growth. Jeremy and I have a lot in common. We both care a lot about craft design and helping people who are already doing the work. For the last three years, Jeremy has published the Podcast Marketing Trends Report. This is a substantial piece of independent research that he produces about the state of podcast marketing, and it's had a major impact on his business. So in this episode, Jeremy walks us through, step by step, exactly how he puts together this report and how you can do it too. 2025 Podcast Marketing Trends Report Podcast Marketing Academy Tropical MBA #729 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Full transcript and show notes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Jeremy's ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠Twitter⁠ / ⁠LinkedIn *** TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Podcast Growth Rate Insights 09:04 Extreme Projects and PR Opportunities 11:24 Evaluating Report's Relevance and Value 16:47 Securing Sponsorships Through Strong Concepts 24:23 Strengthening Brand through Annual Report 31:27 Avoid Confirmation Bias in Reports 37:26 Curiosity-Driven Research Approach 38:54 Survey Design Skills Essential 46:13 Maximizing Survey Response Rates 51:57 Podcast Performance Analysis Strategies 55:41 DIY Data Visualization Strategy 01:02:51 Podcast Industry Networking Insights 01:06:31 Collaborative Blog Strategy and Podcast 01:12:30 Navigating Data Analysis with AI *** RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#188: Richard van der Blom – How the man behind the LinkedIn Algorithm Report uses LinkedIn. *** ASK CREATOR SCIENCE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit your question here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ *** WHEN YOU'RE READY

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Hard to imagine, but it's been 15 years now since Scrappy launched the podcast! Four recording studios and 128 shows later, Scrappy's still at it. If he's to be believed, your host and best friend Scrappy McGowan will be back soon with another show of freeform podcast glory. Sláinte! The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 128 – 15th Anniversary Special first appeared on Broadcasting From Home.

Seth and Sean discuss the Astros good, scrappy 8-7 win over the Yankees, and if fans are buying what the team's selling in terms of Tuesday night's Framber-gate.

Encore of our 2023 Labor Day episode.Green & Red celebrates (American) Labor Day . . . we talk a little about the history of the day, the co-optation strategy behind it, and current conditions for labor and unions in the U.S. Labor in the U.S. has momentum, and the organizing efforts and strikes are ramping up. ------------------------------------------------------Outro- "The Preacher and the Slave" by Utah Phillips

The boys are back to talk about the newest episodes of ‘Peacemaker' Season 2 and ‘Alien: Earth'! They dive into what James Gunn's weaknesses in ‘Peacemaker' could be and the many questions ‘Alien: Earth' is asking its audience. Plus, they somehow end up discussing Scrappy vs. Scooby Doo. (0:00) Intro (11:32) Spoilers ahead (13:03) Reactions to ‘Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 2 (38:30) ‘Alien: Earth' midseason check-in (1:19:11) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Olivia Crerie Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Abhinav Asthana is the co-founder and CEO of Postman, the world's leading API collaboration platform used by millions of developers and thousands of companies. What began as a personal itch, a simple Chrome extension Abhinav built to make his own API work easier, became a global phenomenon within weeks. In this episode, we discuss: Making the leap from India to Silicon Valley The moment Abhinav realized Postman could win His principles behind building for developers and non-developers alike The early monetization experiments that led to their SaaS model The value of progressive complexity in product design How community building became a powerful growth lever And much more… References: Abhijit Kane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhijitkane/ Adobe: https://www.adobe.com/ Ankit Sobti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankit-sobti/ Figma: https://www.figma.com/ Kong Inc.: https://konghq.com/ National University of Singapore: https://nus.edu.sg/ Postman: https://www.postman.com/ Ram Gupta: : https://www.linkedin.com/in/ram-gupta-39b9711/ Slack: https://slack.com/ Stripe: https://stripe.com/ Stewart Butterfield: https://www.linkedin.com/in/butterfield/ Yahoo: http://yahoo.com/ Where to find Abhinav: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhinavasthana/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/a85 Where to find Brett: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-berson-9986094/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/brettberson Where to find First Round Capital: Website: https://firstround.com/ First Round Review: https://review.firstround.com/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/firstround YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstRoundCapital This podcast on all platforms: https://review.firstround.com/podcast Timestamps: (01:18) Why early computer access changed everything (03:39) The first taste of the entrepreneurial bug (09:58) Building BITS360 in college (11:14) Curating entrepreneurial taste (15:49) The ventures that didn't make it (20:53) The problems that preceded Postman (29:56) How Postman's team was formed (34:01) Why clear roles prevent chaos (34:50) Scrappy startup life in the early days (36:26) Postman's path to monetization (39:59) Building a truly collaborative platform (43:00) Navigating market and customer needs (46:02) Cracking the go-to-market code (49:39) Bridging the developer-enterprise divide (54:43) The open-source dilemma

The Georgia indy scene was on fire this past weekend, and we've got all the highlights covered on this week's Spotlight! From Royston to Savannah, Dahlonega to Monroe, and everywhere in between – this is your one-stop shop for Georgia Wrestling.

From 'Bustin' Loose Baseball' (subscribe here): Despite the Nationals dropping the final two games of their weekend series in Philadelphia, the team overall continues to play good baseball to keep up with their playoff bound division rivals. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the best and worst from the Nats series versus the Phillies, including the regression of Jake Irvin and Mitchell Parker, increased production from the catcher position, and impressive performances out of the Nationals bullpen. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike White built Greater Long Island from a one-man blog in Patchogue into a regional news brand spanning Suffolk and Nassau counties. A veteran of the New York Post and Daily News, Mike took a scrappy, bootstrapped approach—publishing five stories a day, focusing on what neighbors actually care about, and treating advertisers like partners. We talk about how hustle, service journalism, and local roots can sustain media businesses when so many others are shrinking.

Episode 207, FULL SHOW -- Despite the Nationals dropping the final two games of their weekend series in Philadelphia, the team overall continues to play good baseball to keep up with their playoff bound division rivals. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the best and worst from the Nats series versus the Phillies, including the regression of Jake Irvin and Mitchell Parker, increased production from the catcher position, and impressive performances out of the Nationals bullpen; Jarlin Susana continues to show why he's climbing the ranks as one of the top pitching prospects across Minor League Baseball as he had yet another double-digit strikeout performance for Double-A Harrisburg over the weekend. Could Susana possibly get a chance to make a Major League start before the end of the season? Plus, Grant Paulsen shares a couple of nuggets of insight from a couple of MLB General Managers that he recently interviewed on MLB Network Radio. And we look ahead to the upcoming three game series at Yankee Stadium. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 207, Segment 1 -- Despite the Nationals dropping the final two games of their weekend series in Philadelphia, the team overall continues to play good baseball to keep up with their playoff bound division rivals. Grant Paulsen & Tobi Altizer recap the best and worst from the Nats series versus the Phillies, including the regression of Jake Irvin and Mitchell Parker, increased production from the catcher position, and impressive performances out of the Nationals bullpen. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textScooby Panel #117 - In this episode, We sit down with Neil Fanning — best known as the voice of Scooby-Doo in the live-action films — for an in-depth conversation about his fascinating career in film and entertainment.We talk about:His extensive background as a stunt performerHow he became the voice of Scooby-DooThe story behind Scrappy-Doo's disappearance from the franchiseHis thoughts on the new Netflix live-action Scooby-Doo seriesAnd so much more!Whether you're a fan of voice acting, film stunts, or just love a peek behind the curtain of Hollywood productions, this episode is packed with great insights and fun stories.#NeilFanning #ScoobyDoo #PodcastInterview #VoiceActing #StuntPerformer #ScoobyDooMovie #BehindTheScenes #Netflix #ScrappyDoo #FilmIndustry #ScoobyDooLiveAction

Today's episode is for the scrappy, heart-on-fire entrepreneur who knows there's treasure hidden in places no one else dares to look. You see, I grew up learning to spot potential where most saw "junk." From yard sales with my dad to watching my mom transform discarded plants into a blooming garden, I learned that value isn't about what something looks like—it's what you make of it.And guess what? That's the SAME mindset I use to build my business.In this solo episode, I take you on a trip down memory lane—back to Kmart garden centers, tiny motorhomes, and our thousand-square-foot family home—to share the unexpected ways my childhood shaped how I show up as a CEO. I talk about what it means to “sift through the dirt” and why being willing to do what others won't is the ultimate business edge.We cover:The unexpected connection between thrifting and scalingWhy you need to embrace imperfect, slow growthMy 3-part content plan that gets me results (and it's NOT glamorous!)How to treat your “weeds” like potential bloomsThis episode isn't just about nostalgia—it's about real business strategy rooted in grit, consistency, and seeing what others overlook. So whether you're bootstrapping or bossing up, know this: the gold is in the dirt... you just have to be willing to dig.Click play to hear all of this and:[00:00] Why You Must See Opportunity Where Others Don't [02:52] The Dirt Kmart Tried to Throw Away [05:39] The Business Lesson in Cultivating What Others Discard [08:12] Why Posting Daily is ‘Digging in the Dirt' [10:47] The Secret to Standing Out? Doing What Others Won't

When life and business feel messy, do you wait for the perfect conditions or push through? In this episode, I'm sharing the behind-the-scenes reality of "making it work" this summer like taking meetings from a YMCA bench and even recording this episode from my car. We'll talk about why shifting from perfection to progress is so hard for creatives, how embracing scrappy seasons can actually fuel resilience and momentum, and practical ways to move forward when conditions are far from perfect.If you've ever struggled with waiting for the “right” time, place, or setup before creating, this episode will encourage you to show up as you are...because done is better than perfect, and your work matters and is worth fighting for.

This week Tee is joined by Krème Pâtissière: A Great British Bake-Off Podcast's own Nicju. They talk baseball and WNBA. The news this week is Cleveland taking a housing first approach to ending homelessness. And, are Tay Tay and Killa Trav going to call Northeast Ohio one of their homes? Nic catches us up on her life including becoming a pet parent to an awesome (until we recorded this episode) cat. In the midst of cat talk we get an old school “Hey Boo” when the first woman umpire was announced to be working multiple MLB games as we recorded. Meanwhile, in Tee Time, renewinga passport is now wild easy and super-fast. Tee continues to kind of sort of prepare for upcoming birthday. We head over to Reddit for some adventures in AITA and AITA likes, lol. We then discuss entertainment. Nic is said that And Just Like That is ending and Tee been doing a little bit of everything. See You Next Time, Team SKiM Tatum | TAYREL713 | Lunchbox | LISTEN | RSS | Apple Podcast | Spotify | TuneIn | Bluesky | Amazon Music | YouTube | Email | Amazon Wish List | Merch | Patreon  PHONE l 216-264-6311 #Cleveland #Ohio #LiveFromThe216 #StayTrue #ThugLife #Tupac #ProBaseball #MinorLeague #MLB #WNBA #Homeless #TaylorSwift #TravisKelce #PetParent #GNX #KendrickLamar #JenPawol #Travel #Passport #AndJustLikeThat #LoveIsland #TheGuildedAge#ProjectMakeover #TravelTown #BusRush #ScrewPin #Fantastic4FirstSteps #HappyGilmore2 #DonkeyKongBananza #Tetris99 #NintendoSwitch2 #HungerGames #TheBalladofSongbirdsandSnakes #Hyperfixed #FrankOcean #ChannelOrange #Vinyl#TylerTheCreator #DontTapTheGlass #Clipse #LetGodSortEmOut #FreddieGibbs #Alchemist #Alfredo2Alternative Title – The Spawn of Satan LinksWhy Cleveland's Leaning Hard Into the Housing-First Model to Help the HomelessTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce Were House Shopping in ClevelandMLB is calling up its first female umpire RedditAITA for continue to wear makeup and dress in my normal style around a friend who thinks her husband has a crush on me?AITB for telling my dying son his dad is leaving me?

Send us a textHave you ever faced a moment when everything you were working toward seemed to hit a wall? That intersection of disappointment and decision is exactly what we're diving into today as we explore the powerful concepts of pivoting and rebounding.Life rarely follows a straight line. Dreams get derailed, plans fall apart, and sometimes what seemed like the perfect path suddenly becomes impassable. But what if these moments aren't failures but invitations to something better? Drawing from our own journey through cancer, ministry transitions, and business pivots, we share how to discern when it's time to change direction versus when to push through resistance.The principle is simple yet profound: evaluate fruitfulness. Has what you've been doing produced the results you hoped for? If not, perhaps it's time for a strategic pivot. This doesn't mean abandoning your vision—it means finding a better route to get there. As we discuss in this episode, sometimes what appears to be a roadblock is actually divine redirection toward something greater than you initially imagined.Equally important is the art of rebounding after failure. Your past is just a chapter, not your whole story. Many of the most successful people attribute their greatest achievements to lessons learned through their biggest disappointments. What if your current setback is actually setting you up for your greatest comeback?The enemy of both pivoting and rebounding is a victim mentality. When we see ourselves as victims of circumstances rather than overcomers through Christ, we surrender our power to write the next chapter. Developing what we playfully call a "Scrappy" mentality—that determined spirit that refuses to stay down—positions you for victory regardless of what you're facing.Whether you're considering a change in your career, ministry, relationships, or personal development, this conversation will equip you with practical wisdom to navigate life's inevitable transitions with courage and faith. Subscribe, share with someone who needs this message, and join us at KenandTabitha.com for more resources to fuel your journey.GET THE BETTER MARRIAGE BOOTCAMP HERE:Better Marriage Bootcamp (kenandtabatha.com)Better Marriage 90-Day Devotional:90 Day Better Marriage Devotional - Ken and Tabatha (square.site)DOWNLOAD THE FAMILY MEETING OUTLINE HERE ⬇️https://www.kenandtabatha.com/pl/2148103888Support Our Ministry: https://myalivechurch.org/giveConnect with us:- Website:https://www.kenclaytor.comhttps://www.tabathaclaytor.comhttps://www.myalivechurch.org- Socials:Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/kenclaytor/https://www.instagram.com/tabathaclaytor/https://www.instagram.com/myalivechurch/TikTok-@Ken_Claytor@Tabathaclaytor@myalivechurchFacebook-https://www.facebook.com/PastorKenClaytorhttps://www.facebook.com/pastortabathaclaytorhttps://www.facebook.com/myalivechurch- Ask us questions: info@kenandtabatha.com

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In this episode, Lydia sits down with Jill Brand, Head of Brand & Creative at Pvolve. (Yes, the fitness brand with the Jennifer Aniston partnership.)Jill's journey with Pvolve started five years ago, after leading multi-location marketing efforts at Equinox. Since then, she's played a pivotal role in scaling Pvolve to 22 locations across the U.S. and Canada, shaping the brand's voice, and spearheading campaigns around one of the most high-profile celebrity partnerships in the wellness space.We dive into:- Scrappy & smart tricks to scale and grow a startup- Navigating the shift from local to national marketing—and how to actually get “butts in seats”- How Pvolve landed an organic partnership with Jennifer Aniston (hint, hint: she called them...

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"Scrappy is the new perfect." - Antoniette Roze Antoniette Roze is a distinguished business and speaking strategist renowned for her expertise in inspiring thought leaders to articulate their unique sales propositions and strengths effectively. Known as the "Alchemist of Dreams," Antoinette specializes in guiding emerging speakers to high-value stages, enabling them to reach larger audiences and influence impactful change. Additionally, she hosts the "Speak Pact" podcast, where she explores the journeys of successful speakers and the key elements that have contributed to their ascent in the speaking industry. Episode Summary: Welcome to an inspiring episode of "Oh My Health… There is Hope," hosted by Jana Short. In this engaging conversation with the esteemed Antoniette Roze, listeners are taken on an emotional and motivational journey of resilience and empowerment. Antoinette shares her poignant story of overcoming late-stage cancer as a child and the transformative vow she made to give voice to those who couldn't speak for themselves. This episode delves into the art of storytelling, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an authentic and fresh narrative to connect deeply with the audience. Antoinette Roze, a seasoned speaker and strategist, discusses her unique approach to coaching speakers on developing their signature talks and leveraging their stories to create powerful connections. This episode explores key insights for emerging speakers through the lens of Antoinette's experience, illustrating how authenticity and genuine engagement with the audience can lead to impactful transformation. Additionally, Jana and Antoinette explore the various mediums through which individuals can share their stories, emphasizing the importance of finding the right platform to reach and inspire others. Key Takeaways: Antoinette Roze emphasizes the power of storytelling and the importance of keeping one's narrative fresh by adapting stories to resonate with different audiences. Authenticity and connection are crucial for speakers; understanding your audience is more important than aiming for perfection. Developing a unique brand and signature talk is vital, and a story bank can help speakers keep their messages relevant and engaging. Antoinette encourages aspiring speakers to focus on serving their audience rather than self-promotion, aiming to transform at least one person's life at a time. Through her journey, Antoinette exemplifies resilience and the impact of fulfilling personal vows to bring about change and meaningful contributions. Get in touch with Jana and listen to more Podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/ Show Music ‘Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz https://www.amygerhartz.com/music. Get the Best Holistic Life Magazine Subscription! One of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living. https://bestholisticlife.info/Subscription Grab your gift today: https://www.janashort.com/becoming-the-next-influencers-download-offer/ Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/

In this milestone episode 175 of Making a Marketer, we are thrilled to (finally) welcome Tony Christensen, co-founder of Brick Social, to discuss the evolving landscape of digital advertising. Join us as we explore the intriguing concept of "ugly ads" and why they can outperform polished campaigns in today's market.Scrappy? Solo creator? It is a WHOLE new world out there and you can get creative on ads AND organic - so many amazing tips unlocked on this one with Tony.Learn About...- The Shift in Ad Targeting: Tony shares insights on the transition from traditional interest-based targeting to a broader, creative-driven approach, emphasizing the importance of engaging content that really resonates with audiences.- The Power of Creative Variety: Discover how incorporating a diverse range of ad formats— from polished videos to organic-looking posts— can unlock greater success in ad campaigns.- The Role of AI in Marketing: Learn how AI tools can streamline the ad creation process by analyzing customer data and generating effective ad concepts, making it easier for marketers to stay ahead.- Balancing Brand Consistency and Experimentation: Tony discusses strategies for maintaining brand identity while embracing the need for variety and experimentation in ad creative.- Lessons from the Trenches: Reflecting on his experiences, Tony emphasizes the importance of standing firm on marketing strategies that work, even when faced with pushback from clients.Our Guest...Tony Christensen is a digital marketing expert and co-founder of Brick Social, an agency known for crafting high-impact ad campaigns that have generated hundreds of millions in sales for brands willing to break the mold. With a focus on creative innovation and data-driven strategies, Tony empowers businesses to enhance their marketing efforts and achieve remarkable results. Connect with Tony on social media at @tonydoesads and explore his work at Brick Social.~._.*._.~Making a Marketer is brought to you by Powers of Marketing - providing exceptional podcast experiences & online and in-person events since 2013. Check out episode 175, and if our show moves you, please share it and let us know your thoughts!Take our LISTENER Community Survey!!! HERE** Our editor Avri makes amazing music! Check out his music on Spotify ! **

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training A surprise $10K tax bill nearly knocked Pete Kleinjan off course—but he learned that trusting experts, keeping perspective, and staying outcome-focused is what turns agency chaos into long-term growth. If you're facing curveballs, this episode is your mindset reset. What You'll Learn Why SEO isn't what you sell, it's what it gets your clients. The tax mistake that cost $10K (and what Pete did right). How to lead through chaos with perspective, not panic. Why timeless principles beat trendy tactics every time. How realness (not AI avatars) builds lasting trust. Key Takeaways Clients buy outcomes, not SEO jargon: Sell the lakehouse dream, not the traffic report. Tax mistakes can kill momentum. Hire experts early: A $10K bill could've derailed everything, but Pete owned it and leveled up his support team. Stay resilient when the storm hits: Business will test you. What keeps you going is clarity, not hustle. Tools change, principles don't: Focus on client results, clear communication, and solving problems—not shiny new platforms. Authenticity wins: Forget perfect video. Scrappy, honest content builds trust that converts. Sell what they need, not what you want to deliver: Pete got a client for life by solving a $0 “do not index” issue. That's value. What's the most unexpected challenge you've faced as an agency owner? How did you handle it when things went sideways? Agency life is full of curveballs, and the only way to keep your business alive is by maintaining perspective and resilience when the unexpected hits. Today's featured guest once thought he would lose all the progress he'd made with his agency when the state hit him with a surprise $10K sales tax bill he didn't even know existed. But now, he looks back and laughs, recognizing that getting through it came down to trusting the right professionals and staying the course. He firmly believes that keeping your business afloat for the long haul means remembering why clients hire you in the first place — and that focusing on the outcomes that matter is what builds trust and closes deals. Pete Kleinjan is the founder and owner of Tiger29, an SEO agency that helps local small businesses achieve their sales goals. His agency isn't a sprawling team of 50; it's a small, sharp crew focused on what small business clients actually care about: more phone calls, more leads, more sales. In this episode, we'll discuss: The real reason clients want SEO. A lesson on team + preparedness. Perspective & resilience when things go sideways.  Why you should focus on what won't change. Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources This episode is brought to you by Wix Studio: If you're leveling up your team and your client experience, your site builder should keep up too. That's why successful agencies use Wix Studio — built to adapt the way your agency does: AI-powered site mapping, responsive design, flexible workflows, and scalable CMS tools so you spend less on plugins and more on growth. Ready to design faster and smarter? Go to wix.com/studio to get started. The Real Reason Clients Want SEO (And Why We Overcomplicate It) Pete's first job right out of college was doing credit card collection. It was awful but it trained him in being on the phone multiple hours a day having difficult conversations, which led to his next job selling wheelchair-accessible vans. As a salesperson, he quickly realized the key to more sales wasn't grinding harder—it was getting more qualified leads. After he communicated his drive to help bring in more leads, the company's developer threw him a Wikipedia link to SEO, and Pete dove in, learned FTP, and started tweaking pages himself. That hands-on hunger turned into a full-fledged agency by 2009. It's a story he still tells prospects because he knows clients don't want SEO; they want what SEO brings. They want sales, the Cadillac, the lakehouse dream—not rankings or traffic screenshots, and leading with that terminology could just push them away. Pete urges agency owners to remember this because it speaks to what small business owners care about: “How do I get more of the customers I want?” When you lead with jargon, you lose your prospect. Lead with the transformation. The Unexpected $10K Sales Tax Bill (And a Lesson on Team + Preparedness) A couple of years into his agency, Pete received a letter from the state labeled “sales tax review” (not audit, but let's be real—it was an audit). Turns out, in South Dakota, consulting services are taxable, and the state decided local SEO link-building and citation placement fell under “taxable consulting.” This little “surprise” ended with Pete writing a $10,000 check to the state. For a moment, Pete considered fighting it and asked his attorney brother for advice. However, his brother put it in perspective for him: pay the $10K or pay a lawyer to sue and likely have the state fight you all the way to the Supreme Court. It wasn't fun, but it was the best decision for his peace of mind. For him, the big takeaway was: Hire a good bookkeeper and CPA who know your local tax nuances. You don't want to be the expert in tax law, just like your clients shouldn't have to be experts in SEO. Pete chose not to pass that bill back to his clients because it was his mistake, and it would be unfair. But it also taught him to be proactive in areas outside his zone of genius by building a team of experts who handle the boring (but crucial) details. Perspective and Resilience When Things Go Sideways Pete's tax story caused sleepless nights at the time, but looking back, he laughs about it. Because here's the hard truth about agency ownership: Money challenges, curveballs, and “surprise” bills are going to happen. Your ability to weather these storms without spiraling is what separates owners who build sustainable agencies from those who burn out. When you've been in the game long enough, you realize it's never all rainbows, and there's always something around the corner that could trip you up. But when you remember why you're in business—to build a life you love, not just a bigger agency—it becomes easier to shake off setbacks and focus on what matters: your health, your team, your freedom, and your ability to keep moving forward. Focus on What Won't Change In a recent interview, Jeff Bezos was asked about how he thought things would change in five years. His answer was that instead of obsessing over what will change, he prefers focusing on what won't change. No matter what, clients will always want results. They'll always want things on time. They'll always want problems solved by real humans who care. Whether you're using AI, TikTok or any other platform, those core truths will remain. We can often get distracted by tools and trends (AI, new social platforms, “the next algorithm hack”). But the tools in your box will change; your job—to deliver transformation to clients—will not. Build your business around timeless principles like clear communication, trust, and delivering results, and you'll outlast any trend. AI, Avatars, and Authenticity With the coming wave of AI avatars, deepfakes, and synthetic influencers, how should agency owners use these tools while maintaining authenticity? Yes, you could deploy an AI influencer for your agency, especially if you're camera-shy. But as Pete shared, their social media commandment #1 is “it has to be real.” Their scrappy videos may not be as polished as some big agencies, but they convert because they're authentic, quirky, and genuinely helpful. In a future where clients may question if what they see online is real, your authenticity will become your moat. Using AI should amplify your agency's personality, not replace it, so let your realness be your competitive advantage. Selling What Clients Need, Not What You Want to Sell A small business owner struggling for two years with a site that wouldn't show up on Google. Why? A simple “do not index” box was checked in WordPress. Everyone else was trying to pitch her a free “strategy call” (AKA sales call), but Pete charged for an SEO Power Hour, solved her problem immediately, and won her trust. The takeaway for Pete was that it's good he didn't default to “selling a new website” when a client came for SEO. Don't push a service because it's your highest margin offer. Sell what they actually need. When you do, you become their trusted advisor, not another expense they're trying to cut. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? 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Join family therapists Nancy Saxton-Lopez and Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio as we share Jonathan's story about his beloved dog, Scrappy, and an update from Eyal on how he's doing a bit more than two months after losing his beloved cat, Lucy.Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com, Nancy at nancysaxtonlopez@gmail.com.To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).You may also support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petlossThis program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary⁠⁠

#265 Non-SaaS Marketing | In this episode, Matt sits down with Sandra Rand, a fractional head of marketing who works with early-stage, non-SaaS B2B companies. She's led marketing for PE-backed, self-funded, and services-based businesses, where big budgets and SaaS-style playbooks aren't the norm. She's also building the Non-SaaS Marketers subgroup inside Exit Five to support others facing the same challenges.Matt and Sandra cover:How non-SaaS teams drive growth without demos, PLG, or huge lead volumeWhy events, word of mouth, and referrals often outperform funnels in these orgsTactical ideas for gifting, partnerships, and pipeline-building on a lean budgetWhether you work in SaaS or not, you'll walk away with creative, scrappy strategies to build trust and drive results in B2B.Timestamps(00:00) - – Intro (03:04) - – Why Exit Five launched the Non-SaaS group (08:24) - – What makes non-SaaS marketing different (11:44) - – Budgets, sales cycles, and team structure (16:34) - – Why brand and trust matter more (18:44) - – Events > funnels in non-SaaS (28:40) - – How to build brand on a budget (34:10) - – Word-of-mouth and referral tactics (38:50) - – Gifting and relationship-driven growth (44:50) - – Scrappy, creative plays that actually work (50:20) - – What's next for the Non-SaaS community Send guest pitches and ideas to hi@exitfive.comJoin the Exit Five Newsletter here: https://www.exitfive.com/newsletterCheck out the Exit Five job board: https://jobs.exitfive.com/Become an Exit Five member: https://community.exitfive.com/checkout/exit-five-membership***Today's episode is brought to you by Zuddl.We're halfway through 2025, and one thing's clear: events continue to be one of the highest performing marketing channels. Niche meetups, conferences, curated dinners, networking - you name it. Everyone's leaning in.Events are a core part of our playbook this year at Exit Five. So far, we've hosted two virtual sessions each month, one large virtual event, one in-person meetup, and we're deep in the weeds planning our Drive conference coming back to Vermont this September.Zuddl helps us run a smarter event strategy - from driving registrations, managing invites, automating comms, reminders, analytics, tracking. Their Salesforce integration also makes it simple to report on pipeline and revenue from events without pulling in ops.On top of that, the differentiator with Zuddl is how their team is insanely good at supporting us. They always go above and beyond for us - and that's how we've been able to keep the momentum going with 12+ events already this year, with plenty more to come.If events are part of your marketing strategy, you need to look at Zuddl to see how companies like Zillow, CrowdStrike, and Iterable are using the top event platform for Business events in 2025. Head over to zuddl.com/exitfive to learn more. 

Scrappy hustle may have helped you start your coaching business… but it's not going to take you toward your next level of income.   Instead, I'm showing you what it really takes to shift from hustle to sustainable, profitable overflow.    These are the four powerful money leadership shifts that move you out of reactive survival energy and into calm, strategic expansion, no matter what your current income looks like.   Whether you're making your first few thousand dollars or already seeing $10K+ months, this episode will show you why it's imperative that you stop waiting for more money, to start building sustainable, next-level income.   Because money doesn't need you to be perfect. Money needs your presence, your decisions, and your leadership. And that starts now! If you're ready to finally stop spinning and start expanding with clarity, simplicity, and profit, this episode is for you.   In this episode, I talk about:   How hustle energy creates profit leaks and money anxiety at every income level.   Why financial leadership is an entry-level requirement for reaching your next income goal.   What the switch from scarcity to empowered money stewardship looks like.   How your money language creates (or limits) your financial reality.   Why financial leadership isn't a future goal, but a now decision that opens the door to overflow.   ~~   For full show notes, transcript, and to explore my NEW *FREE* workshop: OVERFLOW: The Key to Unlocking Your Million Dollar Business, click here: www.themoneycoachschoolpodcast.com/94

Today on “The Building Code”, Charley sits down in studio with two of the best in the business: Brad Leavitt of AFT Construction and Tim Coughran of Alderview Construction.   Brad and Tim pull back the curtain on how they went from lone-wolf contractors to respected leaders of systemized, scalable construction companies. From In-N-Out-inspired SOPs to onboarding processes that rival luxury brands, they share practical strategies for building smarter – not harder.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why custom homes still need standard systems How to use Buildertrend features like daily logs and QR-coded change orders to streamline jobs What real leadership looks like in growing your team and retaining talent Why your business needs to be a career path, not a stepping stone   Whether you're hiring your first office manager or juggling million-dollar builds, this episode will show you the power of process-driven growth.   Follow Brad and Tim on their Instagrams @aft_construction @alderviewconstruction Join “The Building Code” Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebuildingcodecrew/   FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/buildertrend/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/buildertrend/  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Buildertrend/ YOUTUBE:  / @buildertrend LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildertrend #Buildertrend #TheBuildingCodePodcast #ConstructionLeadership #CustomHomes #BuilderLife #ConstructionBusiness #AFTConstruction #AlderviewConstruction #Homebuilders

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The British & Irish Lions survive Sydney with a slippery win against NSW Waratahs 10-21. Join Graham Simmons and former 2013 & 2017 Lion Jonathan Davies on The Quick Tap as they dissect the good, the bad & the rugby. "Simmo" and "Foxy" reflect on a rough game, reacting to the Lions helter-skelter handling, striding set-piece, the Waratahs jackling prowess and what it's like to be coached by Andy Farrell. Is this why Owen Farrell's experience was called upon? Which combos will face the Brumbies next week? Don't miss this analysis of the tour's fourth match and what it means for the path to the Wallabies series. "Simmo" worked for 25 years as Sky Sports' rugby union reporter, and went on 5 Lions Tours. He also spent a decade broadcasting on their golf coverage from Ryder Cups and US Opens to USPGAs. The Quick Tap is sponsored by Continental Tyres #Rugby #Podcast

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“How can you help a customer solve their problem if you only sell one thing?” This week, Tim has a Podcast first with four guests from Newfoundland after the Compact Appliances Trade Show in New Brunswick Canada. Inspired by a captivating late night conversation, Tim brings together Peter Parsons, owner of The Tin Man, Adam Hunt, owner of The Wood Shed, Tim Brake, owner of Brakes Heating, and Kim Davis, Sales Rep for Compact Appliances to discuss the hospitality, community, and “scrappiness” of the hearth industry in Newfoundland. The group discusses: The importance of the industry staking the claim on energy efficiency and a proactive approach to addressing efficiency standards. Clearly listing and discussing the operational costs of appliances. What Newfoundland can show the rest of the industry and what makes them truly unique in the terms of diversity, independence, versatility, and opportunity. How prioritizing service over sales plays into continuing to grow a strong customer base. Check out the Traeger belt referenced in this conversation: https://www.facebook.com/100063798490735/videos/1520407712063775 ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://itsfiretime.com/join⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To hear more audio articles from our magazine, subscribe to the Fire Time Magazine Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.itsfiretime.com/magazine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Read The Fire Time Magazine Reader Edition online: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://magazine.itsfiretime.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download The Fire Time Magazine app to get full access to the magazine (for free): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.itsfiretime.com/app⁠

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Marlins radio and TV broadcaster Craig Minervini joins the Gregs to predict how a scrappy Marlins team will operate around the trade deadline, share some comparisons between Janson Junk and Hayden Birdsong ahead of Thursday, and rave about Tony's PizzaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Margaret tells you about the Direct Action Network that organized the successful shutdown of the WTO in November, 1999 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.