Podcasts about Seasonality

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  This weekend’s The KE Report Weekend Show provides a deep dive into the technical layout of the commodities sector and the shifting dynamics of...

This weekend's The KE Report Weekend Show provides a deep dive into the technical layout of the commodities sector and the shifting dynamics of the global currency markets. In two insightful segments, fund manager Dana Lyons shares his rigorous technical perspective on precious and red metals, while currency expert Marc Chandler breaks down recent dollar strength and the structural changes in global central bank reserves.    Segment 1 & 2 - Dana Lyons, a fund manager and editor of the Lyons Share Pro, kicks off the show to discuss how seasonality, political cycles, and chart trends impact various financial markets. Dana provides a comprehensive technical analysis, sharing a bearish short-term outlook for precious metals and copper while explaining why his models remain structurally bullish on general equities despite a recent leadership rotation into health care, financials, and small-cap stocks.  Click here to visit the Lyons Share Pro website and learn more about Dana's investment services - https://lyonssharepro.com/   Segment 3 & 4 - Marc Chandler, Managing Partner at Bannockburn Global Forex and editor of the Marc to Market website, joins the show to analyze global currency trends, specifically examining the fundamental drivers behind recent U.S. dollar strength. He also highlights the gradual shift in central bank reserves away from the dollar toward gold and alternative currencies like the Australian dollar, while discussing how recent political developments in Europe are impacting the market.  Click here to visit Marc's site - Marc To Market - https://www.marctomarket.com/   If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe to our podcast feed (KER Podcast), YouTube channel, and follow us on X for more market commentary and company interviews. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review!   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/   Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.  

In this Daily Editorial, we chat with Joel Elconin, co-host of the Pre-Market Prep Show and founder of the Stock Trader Network, to dissect a shifting market landscape where classic tech leaders are taking a backseat to broader sector growth and what actually drives markets between valuations, momentum, seasonality, and economic data.  Key Discussion Points: The Reality of Market Breadth: Discover why a widening market rarely signals a major top and what the rotation out of mega-cap tech means for the broader indices. The AI CapEx Dilemma: Explore whether the massive infrastructure spend by hyper-scalers is finally hitting a wall of "too much compute" or if efficiency gains are just beginning. Earnings and Valuation Disconnects: Examine the tension between strong fundamental earnings and growing street skepticism over future sustainability. The Power of Momentum Over Macro: Learn why technical price action and underinvested market participants continue to override traditional economic warning signs.   Click here to visit Joel's PreMarket Prep website - https://www.premarketprep.com/   Click here to visit the Stock Trader Network - https://www.stocktradernetwork.com/   For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/   Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

In today's Daily Editorial, we chat with Dave Erfle, the founder of the Junior Miner Junky, to break down the latest price action in the precious metals sector. With gold and silver emerging from a multi-month pullback, Dave shares his technical outlook, major support thresholds, and the historical cycles keeping long-term investors grounded. This episode features an overview of key market indicators and sector ETFs, including GDX and GDXJ. Here is a glimpse of the key discussion points covered in this episode: Precious Metals Rebound: An analysis of the short-term trading rebound in gold and silver, highlighting the crucial psychological support levels currently holding the line. Historical Market Analogues: Why the recent multi-month correction structurally resembles key cyclical moments from 2008, and what this pattern implies for the broader secular bull market. Central Bank Accumulation: A look at the macro drivers keeping fundamentals strong, spearheaded by historic bullion purchasing from global central banks. Junior Sector Catalysts: How a shifting corporate landscape and an upcoming deluge of junior mining news flow, including drill results, and economic studies could shake the sector out of its summer doldrums.   Click here to visit the Junior Miner Junky website to learn more about Dave's investment letter - https://www.juniorminerjunky.com/   ------------------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/   Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

In this Daily Editorial from The KE Report, I sit down with Brien Lundin, Editor of the Gold Newsletter and host of the upcoming New Orleans Investment Conference, to get his outlook on where we are at in the precious metals market, and why he believes the bottoming process is already underway here in the mid-point of the year.  We are transitioning from what was a very difficult correction in Q2, to a metals and mining prices that seem to have hit selling exhaustion and are bouncing up to kick off Q3.   While the short-term charts for gold have been under pressure, Brien highlights several under-the-radar shifts that suggest a market transition is underway in the PM complex. Gold dipped briefly below $4,000 a few times, but didn't stay there and quickly rebounded back up above that round psychological number each time. The last few days of June and first couple days of July have put some breathing room in between current prices and $4,000. The Fed policy expectations went a bit too extreme in the hawkish camp, and Brien points out that eventually Kevin Warsh and the Fed will transition back to a more accommodative policy, using their task forces to define new readings on economic datapoint. The stronger US dollar is not going to be the headwind some may expect, and is less relevant to the gold or silver price over the medium to longer-term than other macro trends. We are entering an attractive window of seasonality, where often the lows in the PM sector occur between late July and early August and then rally for months into the Fall. While we could see a bit more continued price weakness, he sees that as a great spot to go shopping for companies on people's watch lists.   The precious metals stocks are going to have a wave of positive news coming in Q3 from robust earnings in the producers, to cashed up exploration programs, resource estimate updates, and economic studies in the juniors. Brien highlights the following companies as ones that have positive news catalysts on tap that he is keenly interested in following for H2: Prospector Metals Corp. (TSXV: PPP) (OTCQB: PMCOF), K2 Gold Corp (TSXV: KTOV) (OTCQX: KTGDF), Banyan Gold Corp. (TSXV:BYN)(OTCQB:BYAGF), Delta Resources Ltd (TSXV: DLTA) (OTC Pink: DTARF), and Auro Metals Inc. (TSXV: AURO) (OTCPK: AURFF).   Click here to learn more about the Gold Newsletter. – https://goldnewsletter.com/   Click here to learn more about the New Orleans Investment Conference on October 28-31.    For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:   The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/     Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.    

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Seasonality affects nearly every cash-based physical therapy clinic, but it doesn't have to dictate your business. In this episode, Doc Danny explains why recurring revenue is the key to smoothing out slow seasons, reducing financial stress, and building a clinic that grows through stability instead of constantly starting over. In This Episode, You'll Learn Why seasonality affects cash-based clinics differently than insurance practices The costly mistake Danny made during his first holiday season as a clinic owner The difference between recurring sales and recurring revenue Why predictable monthly income changes every aspect of running a clinic How recurring revenue compounds over time to stabilize cash flow Examples of stability services like wellness, maintenance care, and small group training Why reducing seasonality starts with changing your business model Key Takeaway Seasonality isn't the real problem. A lack of recurring revenue is. Clinics that intentionally build long-term patient relationships create predictable income, reduce stress, and become far more resilient throughout the year. Technology Spotlight Reduce documentation time with Claire AI, an AI scribe trained specifically for physical therapists. Try it free for 7 days. Free Resource Ready to build your own cash practice? Join the free PT Biz Part-Time to Full-Time 5-Day Challenge. PT Biz Training YouTube Watch more business training for cash-based physical therapists on the PT Biz Training YouTube Channel. Connect Physical Therapy Biz PT Entrepreneur Podcast

Welcome to the VRA Investing Podcast with Kip Herriage! In today's episode, Kip Herriage dives into the current state of the markets as we head into a holiday-shortened week, sharing insights on seasonality and why July could be a breakout month for investors. You'll hear why Kip Herriage believes the so-called “June swoon” is setting up for a July melt-up, why macro trends—and not just algorithms—are key, and the contrarian strategies that have helped him beat the market over his 40-year career. He'll break down the risks and opportunities he sees in interest-rate-sensitive stocks, the significance of small caps leading the charge, and why recent market action might be signaling a major turn ahead. Plus, get Kip Herriage's bullish outlook on gold, Bitcoin, and Tesla, including why Tesla's upcoming robotaxi announcement could spell big trouble for its competitors. Stay tuned as Kip Herriage cuts through the noise, challenges mainstream financial narratives, and helps you position for what could be a game-changing second half of the year.

To join Uranium Insider's email list: https://www.uraniuminsider.com/email-list-opt-in This podcast is intended for entertainment and educational purposes ONLY. Always do your own due diligence before making any financial decisions. In this episode, Justin discusses the incredible consistency of the uptrend for the long-term uranium price, and the seasonality opportunities to trade the uranium market. Justin Huhn is the Founder and Publisher of the Uranium Insider Newsletter...the only investing newsletter that focuses solely on #uranium and publishes on a regular monthly basis. Tags: Cameco CCJ Small Modular Reactor SMR Commodities Uranium Stock Markets Technical Analysis SP500 Dow Nasdaq Insider Picks Charts Resource Investing #nuclear #gold #silver #inflation #recession #depression #bitcoin #dollar #dxy #macro #monetary #communism #capitalism #money #currency #debt #crisis #food #water #prepare #climatechange #energy #crypto #investing #ai

Summary: Join us as Alana McGee from Truffle Dog Company shares her journey into truffle hunting, the different types of truffles in North America, and best practices for foraging and culinary use. Discover how dogs and pigs are used in truffle detection, the importance of stewardship, and tips for beginners. - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a Review of the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Wild Fish and Game Spices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Venison Sausage Making⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Links: Truffle Dog Company Contact Form Facebook Instagram Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Truffle Hunting 03:07 Alana's Journey into Truffle Hunting 05:58 Types of Truffles in North America 09:07 Comparing European and North American Truffles 11:52 Seasonality and Growth of Truffles 15:02 The Role of Dogs in Truffle Hunting 17:58 Community and Education in Truffle Hunting 21:02 Stewardship and Ethical Foraging Practices 24:05 Regulations and Land Use for Truffle Hunting 31:05 Navigating Truffle Harvesting Regulations 32:04 Urban Truffles: Finding Gems in Backyards 34:35 Understanding Truffle Habitats and Species 36:29 Culinary Uses: How to Enjoy Fresh Truffles 41:51 Innovative Ideas: Truffle-Infused Bacon and Beyond 45:40 Dispelling Myths: The Truth About Truffles 48:15 Connecting with the Truffle Community Takeaways: Types of North American truffles and their habitats Use of dogs and pigs in truffle detection Seasonality and environmental factors affecting truffle growth Stewardship and sustainable foraging practices Culinary uses and infusing flavors into dishes Community building and resources for aspiring truffle hunters Keywords: Truffle hunting, North American truffles, dog training, foraging, culinary truffles, stewardship, truffle species, truffle cultivation, wild mushrooms, edible fungi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Timeframes, timing, and seasonality can completely change your trading results—and most traders overlook it. In this episode, we also explain why we stepped away from day trading and reveal how a trillion-dollar market continues to repeat the exact same formations, despite everything.Learn to Trade at www.TierOneTrading.com Your Trading Coach Akil

This episode is a practical clinic-owner conversation about marketing that actually has a job to do.Jimmy McKay, Dave Kittle, and Tony Maritato talk through content creation, direct mail, therapist branding, anonymous posts, AI comments, and why PT clinic owners need to understand the game they are playing before spending money or time.Key insights from the discussion:• Content should attract something specific: patients, referral partners, or staff.• Local positioning matters more than generic posting.• Direct mail can work when clinic owners commit to testing over months, not days.• A new therapist can become a visible local authority if the clinic builds content around them.• Seasonality affects some PT clinics heavily, especially in markets with snowbirds or summer travel.• Anonymous posting and AI comments may create noise, but they rarely build trust.• Showing real clinic interactions can help other PTs learn and give patients a clearer sense of the experience.Why this matters for busy PTs and clinic owners:Most clinics do not have a content problem. They have a positioning problem. This episode shows how to connect marketing activity to real business goals: booked evaluations, stronger staff visibility, better local awareness, and more trust before the first patient visit.GUEST LINKSDave Kittle  https://conciergepainrelief.com  YouTube: The Dave Kittle ShowTony Maritato  YouTube: Total Therapy SolutionJimmy McKay  YouTube: PT PintcastSPONSORSSaRA Health  https://sarahealth.comEMPOWER EMR  https://empoweremr.comU.S. Physical Therapy  https://usph.comSUBSCRIBE & FOLLOWApple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pt-pintcast-physical-therapy/id1000443325Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3LmMUT64yrUc2iGo9EmafcYouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@PTPintcastLinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mckay-pt-dpt-a4207659/Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/ptpintcastX / Twitter  https://x.com/PTPintcastWebsite  https://www.ptpintcast.com/

Summer brings sunshine, ballparks, and hot dogs. But in the treatment room, it often brings a noticeable shift in business rhythm. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella explore seasonality in the esthetics industry, asking whether summer is truly a slowdown or just a shift in client behavior. Using a lighthearted hot-dog stand analogy, your hosts unpack timing, demand, and the opportunity that summer brings. ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk   Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. We see your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire.  About Ella Cressman:  Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, and business owner with more than 20 years of experience in corrective skin care. Known as an "ingredient junkie" and industry cheerleader, she empowers professionals to think beyond products and develop a deeper understanding of skin function and formulation. In addition to her practice, Cressman is the founder of the HHP Collective, a practitioner-led community focused on strengthening clinical reasoning and advancing professional growth within the esthetics industry.   Connect with Ella Cressman:  Website: www.hhpcollective.com  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a    About Maggie Staszcuk:  Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. 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Trend Factors for the Grain Market Early Season Cotton Pests Precipitation in Kansas   00:01:05 – Trend Factors for the Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, starts off the show with his grain market update where we chats about seasonal trends and the biggest factors impacting the market. Daniel on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Early Season Cotton Pests: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, continues the show with his discussion on early season cotton pests and why volunteer soybean is an issue in cotton. Cotton Insect Pest Management Publication Bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu   00:23:05  – Precipitation in Kansas: Concluding the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with what parts of Kansas have seen rain and what pattern he is seeing for our forecast.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

In a fast-moving world where burnout, distraction, and overwork have become normalised, building sustainable rhythms may be one of the most important leadership skills of all. What if the problem isn't you… but the framework you've been given? In the penultimate episode of Season 15, Mich Bondesio revisits the central concept that has shaped six years of the Creating Cadence Podcast: "Cadence".This episode brings together the core themes explored throughout the season — burnout, attention, loneliness, regenerative work, focus, constraints, inner capacity, and sustainable performance — and reveals how they all connect through one foundational idea: Rhythm.Rather than chasing the impossible ideal of “work-life balance,” this episode explores why human beings are designed for movement, variation, seasonality, and recovery — and how cadence creates a more sustainable way to work, lead, and live.This is both an introduction to the philosophy of cadence and a reflective wrap-up of the season's deeper themes before the landmark 100th episode.In this episode:Why “work-life balance” often fails high performersThe difference between balance and cadenceHow cadence supports sustainable performanceWhy humans are designed for rhythm, not consistencyThe role of seasonality in work and leadershipWhat “effort waves” are — and why recovery mattersThe dangers of constant intensity and self-overrideHow flexible beats create adaptable structureWhy cadence affects relationships, leadership, and cultureTime Stamps:[00:02:17] The Problem with Balance[00:04:51] What Cadence Actually Means[00:06:31] Seasonality as a Design Principle[00:08:40] Effort Waves & The Myth of Constant Intensity[00:10:36] Flexible Beats[00:12:47] The Social Dimension – Cadence in Relationships[00:14:30] Cadence as an Operating Philosophy[00:16:01] Wrap UpAbout Creating Cadence:Creating Cadence is a podcast about what it really takes to work well and live well in this fast-paced world. The focus is on re-imagining work and business for high-performing founders and teams, creatively-minded entrepreneurs, and purpose-driven business owners who want to make a meaningful impact without sacrificing themselves or their people to burnout, hustle, and overwork.Season 15 follows a monologue format hosted by Mich Bondesio, exploring burnout and overwork and why they have no place in the future of work.Produced by: Bondesio MediaAvailable on: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, YouTubeEdited on: DescriptHosted on: AcastMusic: "Changing Their Minds" from Premium Beat#Productivity #FutureOfWork #Leadership #BurnoutPrevention #SustainableBusiness #RegenerativeWork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chapter 4 — Where Does Food Come From?I Once Spent a Week on a farm, and It Changed Everything I thought I Knew About Cooking.In the summer of 2001, at the insistence of a farmer friend who had grown tired of my asking him questions about produce over the phone, I spent a week working on his farm in the Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts. I was not a young man — I was in my early fifties, with four decades of professional cooking behind me. I had touched more food in my career than most people see in a lifetime. And yet that week humbled me more completely than any culinary experience I had ever had.I woke before dawn each morning to harvest vegetables in the blue-gray light before the heat came. I pulled carrots from the earth and felt how cold they were, how heavy, how alive. I picked tomatoes warmed by the afternoon sun and ate one standing in the field, juice running down my chin, and tasted something that bore almost no resemblance to the tomatoes I had been buying from a distributor for years. I dug potatoes, which are unlike any other vegetable to harvest — each plant yields a hidden cache, a buried treasure, and the act of uncovering them feels vaguely archaeological. By the end of the week, I understood something I had thought I already understood but clearly hadn't: the distance between a seed in the ground and a dish on a table is not just physical. It is transformative. It changes the food. And it changes the cook.The conversation about where food comes from has never been more urgent or more muddled than it is today. Children growing up in cities and suburbs often have no experiential understanding of how food is produced. They know that strawberries come in plastic clamshells and that chicken comes in boneless, skinless portions wrapped in plastic film. The farm, the field, the soil, the season — these things are as abstract to many modern children as medieval history. And yet they are not abstract at all. They are the foundation of everything we eat.The concept of seasonality is, to me, one of the most important and most neglected ideas in food education. We live in an era of global supply chains that deliver strawberries in December and butternut squash in June. While this represents a genuinely remarkable logistical achievement, it has come at a cost. When food is available year-round regardless of season, we lose the ability to taste it at its peak. A tomato grown in a hothouse in January and a tomato grown outdoors in August in New England are not the same food. The August tomato is sweeter, more complex, more nutritious, and more alive. The flavor difference is not subtle. It is dramatic. And nutrition tracks flavor — peak-season produce, harvested at full ripeness, contains more vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients than produce harvested early and ripened in transit. Seasonality also teaches something more fundamental: patience. In a world of instant gratification, of streaming, same-day delivery, and fast food available at any hour, there is something genuinely countercultural about waiting for asparagus to come back in April, about understanding that the best peaches will only be here for six weeks in August, and then they will be gone. This is not deprivation. It is anticipation. And food anticipated and consumed at its proper moment tastes incomparably better than food demanded and delivered on command.The connection between food and place is equally important. Different soils, different climates, and different microclimates produce different flavors. This is the concept the French call terroir — the particular character that geography imprints on what grows in it. Italian food is inseparable from Italian geography: the rich volcanic soil of Campania that makes San Marzano tomatoes extraordinary, the chalky hillside soils of Tuscany that give the wine its particular mineral character, the brackish coastal air of Liguria that infuses the basil grown there with its unique fragrance.

Seasonality hits every brewery differently. A beach town in July looks nothing like a mountain town in February. In this panel, we are bringing together breweries from very different markets to talk about how they plan for the swings, manage staffing and inventory, adjust events and marketing, and keep revenue steady when foot traffic shifts. This conversation will include real examples of what has worked, what has not, and how they think about cash flow, community, and long term sustainability when the busy season ends and the quiet season begins.This conversation features:Cory Smith (Twin Oast Brewing)Daniel Callender (Salty Turtle Beer)Jenna Brown (South Lake Brewing Company)Join us in person for CBP Connects ChicagoJune 15-17, 2026Come get inspired, leave with actionable strategies: https://cbpconnects.com/

Discover the inspiring story of Audra Query, founder of Girl Meets Dirt, who transitioned from a Wall Street career to building a seasonally rooted, award-winning preserves business on Orcas Island. This episode explores her journey of intentional living, embracing seasonality, and balancing entrepreneurial ambitions with a meaningful lifestyle. We talk about the benefits of doing things the hard way, the challenges of running a business on an island, and resisting the pressure to scale. Enjoy!Key Topics:Audra's transition from a Wall Street career to rural entrepreneurshipThe importance of seasonality and place in food business storytellingHow her upbringing and background shaped her values and business approachChallenges of building a business on a small island and strategies for resilienceBalancing motherhood, personal values, and business growthThe role of intuition, openness, and serendipity in entrepreneurial successFuture aspirations: scaling versus maintaining mission-driven qualityLessons learned from market research, community support, and mindful scalingThe significance of storytelling, terroir, and authenticity in premium food brandsInsights for entrepreneurs seeking to create resilient, meaningful businesses Sound Bites:“I had what I call an accidental career on Wall Street that lasted for 10 years.”“I looked at [my mentor] and despite my admiration I said, I don't want that life.”"There's no such thing as work-life balance. There's a pendulum, and it swings."“I needed to carve a path for myself that accommodated my values.”“He actually said, how about the islands? Why don't we move there? I was like, yes, but who are you and what did you do with my husband?”“I see this lovely little fence garden and six garden beds and the wheels start turning“The origins of Girl Meets Dirt was my personal story and journey of getting my hands dirty and teaching myself how to grow things. It started with seeds and vegetables, which I then started preserving. Then one fruit tree yielded 150 pounds of plums and things changed.”“I'm a storyteller, a writer. That's where my real heart and soul is. And I thought, there's a really special story to tell here about terroir and rootedness and seasonality and sense of place.”“We're still doing things the hard way, you know, making things in six copper pots on an island and each jar ships via the ferry. It's very difficult to run a business on this island.”"Part of our operational strategy is in harvest we take in all the fruit and then we prep and freeze it. Then we can cook off throughout the year so that we're busy, and we can also respond better to demand.”“I think it's challenging for us though as a CPG brand and the expectations to scale. I know how to do it, but I've resisted it this whole time because I want to see how far I can get doing it the way that I'm doing it, which is highly attuned to my mission and my morals.”“Keep doing the same thing, that one thing until you cannot possibly do it any better.”“If I start to think it doesn't seem possible, I'm actually drawn to it even more.”Lessons to Action:Focus on doing one thing well and optimize itTrust your journey and listen to your intuitionBuild a business that aligns with your values and lifestyleTimestamps: 03:00 - Introduction to Audra Query and Girl Meets Dirt's story05:25 - From Wall Street to Orcas Island: making a pivotal life change08:08 - The influence of mentorship and the realization to pursue purpose12:00 - Embracing seasonality and place in food production15:38 - The journey of buying land and starting a garden20:32 - Personal story behind the genesis of Girl Meets Dirt25:27 - Navigating challenges of island business and seasonality31:21 - Community support, wholesale growth, and local connections34:44 - Motherhood, business expansion, and balancing priorities39:45 - Unique challenges and strategies of island entrepreneurship45:21 - Future growth plans, ambitions, and the question of scale50:30 - Overcoming industry pressures and staying true to mission57:08 - Favorite foods, recipes, and inspiring books61:37 - The importance of ingredients, flavor, and authenticity64:49 - Vision for a better world through shared food and communityResources & Links:Links:Audra Query on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/audra-query-9920064/Girl Meets Dirt - https://girlmeetsdirt.comGirl Meets Dirt on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/girl-meets-dirt/Girl Meets Dirt on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/girlmeetsdirt Girl Meets Dirt on Instagram - https://instagram.com/girlmeetsdirtGirl Meets Dirt on X - https://x.com/GirlMeetsDirtGirl Meets Dirt on Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/girlmeetsdirt…Messy Confiture by Christine Faber - https://www.amazon.com/Messes-Confiture-Christine-Faber/dp/…Brands for a Better World Episode Archive - http://brandsforabetterworld.com/Brands for a Better World on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/brand-for-a-better-world/Modern Species - https://modernspecies.com/Modern Species on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-species/Gage Mitchell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gagemitchell/…Print Magazine Design Podcasts - https://www.printmag.com/categories/printcast/…Heritage Radio Network - https://heritageradionetwork.org/Heritage Radio Network on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/heritage-radio-network/posts/Heritage Radio Network on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/HeritageRadioNetworkHeritage Radio Network on X - https://x.com/Heritage_RadioHeritage Radio Network on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritage_radio/Heritage Radio Network on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@heritage_radio…The Food Institute - https://foodinstitute.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explain the neural circuits that activate and control aggressive states and behaviors. I discuss how hormones, genes and environmental factors such as day length can shift our aggressive tendencies. I also share science-based tools for modulating aggression, including sunlight exposure, heat therapy and supplementation with ashwagandha or acetyl-L-carnitine. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Aggression, Types of Aggression (00:01:43) Context, Aggression vs Sadness (00:03:11) Hydraulic Pressure Model of Aggression (00:06:40) Sponsor: LMNT (00:08:12) Brain Areas for Aggression, Ventromedial Hypothalamus (00:15:26) Biting, Neural Circuits of Physical Aggression (00:17:52) Sponsor: Eight Sleep (00:19:09) Estrogen & Aggression, Testosterone & Competitiveness (00:22:37) Seasonality, Sunlight, Melatonin & Aggression (00:24:50) Cortisol, Serotonin & Aggression (00:26:35) Tool: Reduce Cortisol with Sunlight & Sauna; Ashwagandha (00:30:39) Sponsor: AG1 (00:31:58) Irritability, Aggression & Genetics; Seasonality (00:34:49) Tool: ADHD, Acetyl-L Carnitine & Aggressive Behavior Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Ian Saunders and Trevor Plesko discuss recent earnings in the Magnificent 7, small cap stocks outperforming in 2026, and market seasonality.

Most gyms do not have a lead problem. They have a “no one owns follow up,” “our brand doesn't match our price,” and “we never planned where this thing should live long term” problem.Welcome to Gym Marketing Made Simple, the show focused on cutting through the noise around gym growth. Each episode centers on practical marketing, sales, and leadership systems that help boutique gyms build steady momentum without guesswork or constant outreach.Episode HighlightsIn today's episode, Sherman Merricks and Blake Ruff is joined by, Josh Martin, and Stu Brauer to talk through what they are actually seeing every day with gyms they work with: why ads are not the real issue, how your brand and social need to line up with your prices, what solid follow up looks like, and how smart real estate decisions set your gym up for the next five to ten years.Episode OutlineWhat “shrinkage” in CrossFit and micro gyms really meansWhy every market goes through boom and squeeze cyclesThe $200 subscription question and understanding your own pricingOwners acting like consumers vs acting like operatorsTime horizons: bad weeks vs real quarterly trendsSeasonality, spring break, and why some months are always softerHow organic social sets the stage for winning ad campaignsThe four things your Instagram should show a strangerWhy inside jokes and blurry class photos hurt your brand“Bad leads” vs weak sales and follow-upThe 40 / 60 / 80 benchmark Sherman's team uses at LassoHow to treat early leads as sales reps for your teamSimple, playful sales language that gets real repliesStu's path from gym cash flow to owning his buildingLease first, then buy, and when to loop in a real estate proUsing events like the Gym Marketing Made Simple event to get real ROIEpisode Chapters00:00 Stop thinking like a consumer, $200 subscription test01:13 Intro: Gym Marketing Made Simple with Sherman, Blake, Josh & Stu02:00 Industry “shrinkage,” CrossFit, and market cycles06:07 Owners, time horizons, and “bad month” panic08:55 Seasonality, spring break, and realistic expectations12:08 Social media that actually backs up your ads18:05 “Bad leads” vs bad sales and weak follow up24:02 Lead benchmarks: 40/60/80 and cold vs warm traffic29:23 Stu's real estate play and buying the building38:06 Why Stu's speaking at the event and how to connect with himConclusionSherman, Blake, Josh, and Stu lay out the gap between what most gym owners think is broken and what is really going on. The gyms that stop blaming Facebook, stop calling everything a “bad lead,” and start owning their numbers, their follow-up, their look and feel, and their lease are the ones that stay in the game when everybody else taps out.CTAIf you want better leads, better closes, and a plan for where your gym is going to live next, subscribe to Gym Marketing Made Simple, share this with another owner who needs it, and book a call with the Lasso team so we can help you tighten up the whole system front to back.

If you've been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I'd encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There's a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you're ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) #349 Topics• Market rebound & performance trends (02:00) – Strong April/May gains across S&P 500, Nasdaq, and small caps; rapid V-shaped recovery after ~10% drop• Earnings as primary catalyst (04:00) – Q1 earnings significantly beat expectations, driving market strength• Shift back to fundamentals (06:30) – Focus moving to long-term earnings outlook over geopolitical concerns• Seasonality & historical patterns (08:00) – Strong April performance historically signals positive full-year returns• Rising interest rate environment (11:00) – Potential long-term shift away from decades of falling rates• Inflation & bond market signals (12:30–13:00) – Persistent inflation expectations reflected in bond yields and TIPS performance• Bond risk & portfolio implications (14:00–15:00) – Bonds not inherently “safe”; challenges to traditional allocation strategies• Federal Reserve policy outlook (19:00–21:30) – Shift toward more hawkish stance; fewer/slower rate cuts expected• U.S. debt & fiscal concerns (22:00–23:00) – Debt surpassing 100% of GDP; potential inflationary risks• Tech sector valuations & comparisons (25:00–29:30) – Strong fundamentals vs. dot-com era; emphasis on disciplined, long-term investingShow Notes:Post on X from Ryan Detrick on 4.30.26 - https://x.com/ryandetrick/status/2049866359559872599?s=12&t=Godkt5FzuqWcmpmvo2G5Jg Post on X from Thierry Borgeat on 4.27.26 - https://x.com/ThierryBorgeat/status/2048836500557554097?s=20 Post on X from Steve Deppe on 4.28.26 - https://x.com/sjd10304/status/2049169078934204831?s=12&t=Godkt5FzuqWcmpmvo2G5Jg Hosts: Mark McEvily - Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner Matthew Jessup – Chief Executive Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105 https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @JessupWealthManagement LinkedIn: @JessupWealthManagement Twitter: @jessupwealth Instagram: @jessupwealth https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/disclosures-page

The Washington State Tree Fruit Association came into 2026 with a list of legislative priorities to tackle and look ahead with plenty of following up to do.

Today we're here to share some war investing wisdom with you as we deal with an unusually volatile and fragmented market environment. Distinct "market paradigms" have rapidly rotated month-to-month, creating confusion for investors as sectors behave inconsistently. Despite a strong earnings week and resilient equities, underlying concerns are building, including rising interest rates, surging energy costs, and early signs of economic slowdown that could pressure consumers and corporate margins over time. There is a growing disconnect between market performance and economic reality, warning of potential earnings compression as higher costs and weakening demand squeeze companies. Remain cautious and selective, as the market is difficult to handicap. Right now, patience may be the most prudent strategy. Today we discuss...  Markets are behaving unusually in 2026, driven more by sentiment and geopolitical events than consistent trends. War has disrupted typical market patterns, yet equities have rebounded back to all-time highs. Distinct "pre-war, war, and post-war" paradigms have created sharp, month-to-month sector rotations. Tech and semiconductors have led the recent rally, despite broader inconsistency across sectors. A major earnings week showed mixed results, with strong performance overall but clear winners and losers. Economic data signals a slowing economy, though not yet strong enough to confirm a recession. Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions are increasing inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. Consumers are beginning to feel pressure from higher costs, especially energy, which could impact spending. A "margin squeeze" risk is emerging as companies face rising costs and slowing revenue growth. Markets remain resilient despite weakening underlying fundamentals, creating a growing disconnect. Big Tech continues to generate strong cash flow but faces uncertainty due to heavy AI-related capital spending. Emerging markets and rate-sensitive sectors face elevated risks in the current environment. Corporate earnings quality may deteriorate through lowered expectations or financial adjustments. Housing and consumer data remain weak, signaling underlying fragility in the economy. The biggest forward risk to markets is earnings compression rather than inflation or the war itself. Seasonality and historical patterns suggest potential weakness in the coming months.   Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the full show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/war-investing-wisdom-patience-and-caution-813 

"I'm very comfortable not writing perfectly. I think a lot of writers have difficulty writing because they can be such good editors that there's almost this like, inherent need of sometimes rereading the same chapter over and over again and trying to make it perfect. And so I think, for me, I'm very comfortable with the idea of, like, let me just get stuff on paper," says Mary Cain, author of This is Not About Running: A Memoir.It's Mary Cain! She's @runmarycain on Instagram and she serves on the board of The Army of Survivors and the founder of the nonprofit Atalanta NYC which employs professional female runners to serve as mentors to girls in underserved part so the city. For a certain subset of people they're gonna be like, Who dat? To them, I say, Mary was a running prodigy in the 2010s, the fastest high school girl in America and one of the fastest across all ages before the age of 18 in events like the 800 meters and the 1,500. She was recruited by the now disgraced Alberto Salazar for the Nike Oregon Project where she was physically, emotionally, and psychologically abused by Salazar in a win-at-all-costs culture.In 2019, she published a video op-ed with the New York Times that brought down the Nike Oregon Project and Alberto Salazar. It lit a fire and this book is also lighting a firestorm as well.This was a really fun conversation. I was working in specialty running retail when Mary exploded onto the scene, so it was just really cool to chat with her. Part of the appeal for her coming on this show was to talk about the writing, which she's not really going to experience on this book tour, which will primarily be on the running shows. She was very generous with her time and we talked for almost 90 minutes on topics like:Her love of Hemingway Procrastination Writing in the present tense The benefits of reading when you're writing Finishing as a skill Not writing perfectly Sticking to artificial deadlines Seasonality in writing Support networks Starting from pure anger The monetization of fake advocacy And the one sentence she wrote that I wish I wroteMary is a medical student now at STanford University and basically runs for fun. This episode will pair well with my conversations with Maggie Mertens, Christine Yu, Lauren Fleshman and Renee Hess.I had a real blast talking to her and I think you'l enjoy as well. Parting shot on my marathon experience, but for now, here's the super cool Mary Cain.

Felix Hoffmann is the co-founder of 7Learnings, where he helps companies move from intuition-based pricing to predictive, data-driven pricing systems. He previously led pricing optimization at Zalando, managing pricing across millions of products and markets—giving him a front-row seat to how pricing actually behaves in the real world. In this episode, instead of relying on gut feel or delayed results, Felix introduces predictive pricing—a system that forecasts the impact of price changes before you make them. They break down why most pricing decisions today are still reactive, how companies are leaving profit on the table by not simulating outcomes, and why testing alone isn't enough anymore. If you've ever changed prices and hoped for the best—this episode will challenge that approach.   Why You Have to Listen: If you're changing prices without knowing what will happen—this episode shows you a better way. Understand why testing pricing isn't enough—and what comes after testing. Discover how companies are using simulations to make faster, smarter pricing decisions.   "You shouldn't decide based on gut feeling—you should decide based on what you predict will happen." — Felix Hoffmann   Topics Covered: 01:30 – What Is Predictive Pricing? How to forecast the impact of price changes before making them 04:00 – Why "Should We Change Price?" Is the Wrong Question The real question: what happens if you change it 07:00 – What You Need to Predict (Beyond Sales) Profit, costs, returns, and long-term effects of pricing decisions 13:30 – Why Testing Alone Isn't Enough You can't test everything—so you need simulations 17:00 – Competitor Pricing: Guessing vs Predicting Why most companies match competitors blindly—and how to avoid it 20:30 – The Role of External Signals (Weather, Seasonality, Trends) How real-world factors shape pricing decisions 23:30 – B2B vs B2C Pricing Reality Why predictive pricing is easier in high-volume environments 29:00 – Final Advice: Predict First, Decide Second Why simulation is the missing layer in pricing strategy   Key Takeaways: "The question is not: should I change my price? The question is: what happens if I change it?" — Felix Hoffmann "Nobody is doing perfect decisions today… perfect decisions would require mathematical optimization." — Felix Hoffmann   Resources Mentioned: 7Learnings – Platform for predictive pricing and revenue optimization Zalando – Example of large-scale pricing optimization   Connect with Felix Hoffmann: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felix-hoffmann-7learnings/  Website: https://7learnings.com/    Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

In this episode of Run the Numbers, CJ Gustafson sits down with Angela Chen, former CFO of The North Face and Mars Veterinary Health, to unpack how finance leaders build and scale iconic consumer brands. Angela shares how to measure brand equity, why the CFO should act as an architect of growth, and how capital, talent, and strategy connect inside a scaling business. They also get into humanistic leadership, consumer-margin tradeoffs, and what a 39-cent Taco Bell taco can teach finance teams about growth.—SPONSORS:Aleph is a modern FP&A platform built for teams that want more than another planning tool. By connecting your ERP, CRM, and other systems into one trusted data layer with AI workflows, Aleph helps you move faster with real-time insights. Get a personalized demo at https://www.getaleph.com/runRightRev is an automated revenue recognition platform built for teams that have outgrown spreadsheets and billing tool workarounds. It handles high-volume subscriptions, usage-based contracts, and mid-cycle upgrades, so you can scale without scrambling at month-end. For RevRec that keeps your books clean, visit https://www.rightrev.com/CJRillet is an AI-native ERP built for modern finance teams that want to close faster without fighting legacy systems. Designed to support complex revenue recognition, multi-entity operations, and real-time reporting, Rillet helps teams achieve a true zero-day close—with some customers closing in hours, not days. If you're scaling on an ERP that wasn't built in the 90s, book a demo at https://www.rillet.com/cjEY works with high-growth tech companies to navigate the messy realities of scaling—from regulatory requirements to IPO readiness. By helping teams get it right early and often, EY lets founders stay focused on building while reducing risk as they grow. Learn more at https://www.ey.com/techstartupsSpendHound is a SaaS spend management platform built for finance and procurement teams that want visibility and leverage in every deal. By tracking all your software, benchmarking pricing across thousands of vendors, and surfacing contracts and renewals, SpendHound helps you stop overpaying and negotiate with confidence. Trusted by teams at ZoomInfo and Hootsuite. Get started at https://www.spendhound.com/cjBrex is an intelligent finance platform that combines corporate cards, built-in expense management, and AI agents to eliminate manual finance work. By automating expense reviews and reconciliations, Brex gives CFOs more time for the high-impact work that drives growth. Join 35,000+ companies like Anthropic, Coinbase, and DoorDash at https://www.brex.com/metrics—LINKS: Mostly Talent: https://mostlymetrics.typeform.com/to/cLTxtAsNGuest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelachensf/Company: https://sku.is/CJ: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cj-gustafson-13140948/Mostly metrics: https://www.mostlymetrics.com—RELATED EPISODES:Minted's CFO: Half the Year Happens in One Monthhttps://youtu.be/hD4-exunKMo—TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Preview and intro2:45 Measuring brand equity5:09 CFO as architect of growth7:11 Connecting money, ideas, and talent7:52 North Face vs. Mars: where to invest10:52 Sponsors — Aleph | RightRev | Rillet14:14 Scaling North Face 5x without diluting the brand16:31 From technical brand to lifestyle brand19:30 Quality of revenue21:49 Seasonality and Q4 concentration24:01 Sponsors — EY | SpendHound | Brex27:14 Retailers shouldn't own factories31:30 Supply chain and 18-month product cycles33:23 Humanistic leadership in finance34:32 Purpose and profit are mutually reinforcing36:15 Purpose vs. profit in public companies38:05 Playing to Win framework39:47 Operational cadence and the gas gauge43:02 Killing bad projects: the battery jacket story44:16 Taco Bell and 39-cent margins47:10 Lightning round47:36 Screwed up: hiring on credentials48:27 Advice to younger self: network is the work50:07 Craziest expense story: snowcat ski trip50:50 Credits

Josh Linville,VP of Fertilizer at StoneX, chats with Jacob about the global fertilizer crisis triggered by disruption to the Strait of Hormuz. They cover why the Middle East dominates fertilizer supply, why the US can't easily fill the gap, which crops and regions are most at risk, and what farmers should do right now to protect themselves.--Timestamps:(00:00) - Welcome (01:15) - War Context and Stakes(02:22) - Fertilizer 101 Big Three(03:36) - Why Hormuz Matters(04:55) - Middle East Gas Advantage(06:12) - Why US Lags Production(07:56) - Capacity Crunch Explained(10:47) - China and State Strategy(13:11) - Build Plants or Reserve(16:25) - Investment Reality Check(19:00) - Food Security Imperative(21:18) - Seasonality and Timing(23:36) - Global Impacts and Grain(25:33) - Fertilizer Booking Gaps(26:44) - Survey Skepticism(28:59) - Global Risk Hotspots(30:43) - Yield and Protein Impacts(32:35) - Fertilizer Supercycles(36:05) - New Normal or Oversupply(39:47) - Pinch Points Russia(41:38) - Beyond the Big Three(43:19) - Organic Alternatives Limits(46:33) - Carbon Premium Reality(48:32) - Key Takeaways Farmers(50:42) - Wrap Up and Credits--Referenced in the Show:--Jacob Shapiro Site: jacobshapiro.comJacob Shapiro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jacob-l-s-a9337416Jacob Twitter: x.com/JacobShapJacob Shapiro Substack: jashap.substack.com/subscribe --The Jacob Shapiro Show is produced and edited by Audiographies LLC. More information at audiographies.com--Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today's volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.--

Markets have surged back to all-time highs, a sharp reversal from just weeks ago when geopolitical fears dominated headlines. With price now clearing all major resistance levels and reclaiming key moving averages, the technical backdrop has improved significantly. Market breadth is expanding, providing a healthier foundation for this rally. However, conditions are now short-term overbought, suggesting a pause or pullback could be next. The key level to watch is the cluster of support formed by recently reclaimed moving averages and high-volume trading zones. If markets can consolidate and hold these levels, it may offer a favorable entry point for investors looking to add exposure. Seasonality also begins to play a role, as post–Tax Day retail flows historically pick up into late April and May. While a summer correction remains a reasonable expectation, the near-term outlook points to consolidation followed by a potential continuation higher. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/wiSeFGUo6IE --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #MarketOutlook #TechnicalAnalysis #SP500

#862 Is AI helping or hurting your creativity and intuition? In this insightful episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Hannah Ryu, co-founder of Oak Theory, a creative tech studio pushing boundaries in branding, UX/UI, and web development. Hannah shares her entrepreneurial journey from immigrant roots to agency ownership, the power of partnership, and how AI is transforming the way we work — both for better and for worse. We explore healthy ways to integrate AI into your workflow without sacrificing human insight, how intuition and analog practices are making a comeback, and why creativity and execution — not just automation — still win in business. This is a must-listen for founders navigating the fast-evolving world of entrepreneurship in the age of AI! (Original Air Date - 8/13/25) What we discuss with Hannah: + Hannah's journey to entrepreneurship + Building Oak Theory and Under the Oak + UX/UI explained through real-world examples + Impact of AI on creative industries + Healthy vs. harmful AI usage + Importance of intuition and analog practices + Benefits of business partnerships + Using AI for operations and proposals + Avoiding overdependence on tools + Seasonality of tech exploration in business Thank you, Hannah! Check out Oak Theory at ⁠OakTheory.co⁠. Check out Under the Oak at ⁠UndertheOak.co⁠. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Monday Market Data Report, Mark Lumpkin breaks down the short-term rental data for Big Bear Lake — including a full market snapshot + amenity performance breakdown.This episode introduces a new format, giving you a clearer picture of: Overall market supply and demand  Where guests are coming from  Seasonality and booking patterns  And which amenities actually drive revenue Here's what the data shows in Big Bear:• Hot Tubs (59%) → +$14,000/year • Fire Pits (48%) → +$3,600/year • Game Rooms (29%) → +$14,752/year • Saunas (2%) → +$38,000/year • Waterfront (

Ecclesiastes 3 presents life as a rhythm of seasons we don't control, where joy and sorrow arrive like tides and never stay forever. Solomon urges preparation instead of resistance, reminding us that each season is temporary and that wise living means building a life ready for both storms and sunshine, often with the help of others. The passage then lifts our eyes to God's timing, where even broken moments can be woven into something beautiful over time. Rather than overanalyzing life, we're invited to enjoy simple gifts, serve others, and find meaning in everyday work. In the end, God is the master craftsman, shaping the mixed ingredients of life into something lasting, pursuing people with redemption and forming a story that stretches beyond the moment.

summary This episode explores the importance of home calendaring systems for managing maintenance, warranties, property taxes, and other home-related tasks. Hosts Beth Dodson and John Bodrozic share practical tips on how to stay organized, save money, and protect your home effectively.  key  topics Benefits of home calendaring systems Seasonal home maintenance tasks Tracking warranties and insurance Managing property taxes and bills Preventive home repairs and cost savings  sound bites "Prevent downstream costly repairs." "Reminders help you avoid missing warranty deadlines." "Documenting costs helps plan for future expenses." Chapters 00:40 The Importance of Home Calendaring Systems 03:29 Managing Home Maintenance and Tasks 06:43 Seasonality and Home Maintenance 09:32 Tracking Warranties and Insurance Reviews 12:39 Financial Implications of Home Management 15:28 Lifestyle Management Through Calendaring 18:45 The Role of Calendaring in Property Management 21:47 The Continuous Journey of Home Ownership  

In this episode of That's So Hindu, Mat McDermott speaks with nutritionist Neha Shah (Diaspora Nutrition). They discuss the impact of Western diets on Indian immigrants, traditional Indian dietary wisdom, and practical strategies for maintaining health through culturally rooted nutrition practices.Learn more: https://www.instagram.com/diasporanutrition/ https://diasporanutrition.com/ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Diaspora Nutrition03:09 Understanding Cardio Metabolic Disease06:11 Cultural Wisdom vs. Western Diets09:01 The Role of Traditional Foods11:54 Calorie Counting and Food Relationships14:41 Modernizing Indian Meals17:56 The Importance of Sourcing Ingredients20:58 Healthy Swaps for Immigrants23:57 Seasonality and Eating Patterns26:40 Ayurveda and Traditional Wisdom29:42 Integrating Traditional Grains32:52 Final Thoughts and Resourceskeywordsdiaspora nutrition, Indian immigrants, traditional Indian diet, gut health, metabolic health, Ayurveda, food sourcing, seasonality, holistic health, cultural wisdom key topicsImpact of Western diets on Indian immigrantsTraditional Indian dietary wisdom and practicesGut health and metabolic disease in diaspora populationsFood sourcing, seasonality, and preparation methodsAyurveda and holistic health principles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Digital twins and machine learning are redefining batch optimization in manufacturing. Learn how centerlining models can catch quality issues in real time before they become irreversible.Concepts like digital twins, golden batch profiles, and statistical process control have long promised more than they delivered. Virag Vora of Twin Thread argues that layering machine learning on top of these ideas is what finally brings them to life. In this context, a digital twin is entirely data centric: a real time and historical representation of a process that serves as the foundation for AI models.The core use case is batch centerlining. The model compares current conditions against historically successful profiles, segmented by raw material source, product type, and seasonality. An orange juice manufacturer uses Twin Thread to determine whether incoming fruit should be sold fresh or routed to concentrate based on seasonal sugar content. The model identifies contributing variables in real time and alerts operators before a batch drifts beyond recovery.Twin Thread tackles the "not enough data" objection head on. With over 60 connectors, the platform works with the fragmented data reality of most manufacturing sites. Even low frequency data can train a useful model that quantifies what higher resolution instrumentation would unlock.Virag draws a clear line between ML and LLMs for process control. ML models trained on historical data produce deterministic outputs trusted for real time guidance on machine settings. LLMs excel at document retrieval and natural language interaction but are not suited for recommending set points on a live line. Twin Thread layers both: ML handles optimization, while Twin Thread Advisor lets users interrogate data and configure models through conversation.The standout proof point is Hills Pet Nutrition. After three years on Twin Thread, their models automatically feed recommendations into live production. That closed loop followed a deliberate path from human validation to A/B trials to automated execution with operator opt out.About Virag VoraVirag Vora is a solutions professional at Twin Thread, a platform that combines data centric digital twins with machine learning to optimize manufacturing processes. With a background in chemical engineering, Virag began his career deploying MES and DCS systems in biotech and pharma before joining Tulip and then Twin Thread. He helps manufacturers connect their existing data infrastructure to AI powered optimization across batch, continuous, and hybrid processes.Timestamps0:00 Introduction1:20 Virag's background in chemical engineering and industrial software6:30 Moving up the ISA 95 stack from DCS to MES and applications9:00 How AI reinvents digital twin, golden batch, and SPC concepts12:20 What a data centric digital twin actually looks like21:40 Where digital twins deliver the most value in manufacturing27:00 Seasonality, segmentation, and model training strategies36:00 Data prerequisites for deploying industrial AI41:40 Flavors of AI in manufacturing: ML, LLMs, and agentic workflows50:40 Closed loop AI control at Hills Pet Nutrition53:10 Personal project: Family Graph using knowledge graphs56:20 Prediction: operators as human digital twinsReferencesTwin Thread: https://twinthread.comThis episode is sponsored byMaintainX is an AI powered maintenance and operations platform that helps technicians get the answers they need instantly so they can focus on getting assets back online. Learn more about how MaintainX supports frontline manufacturing teams.https://maintainx.comAbout Your HostsVladimir Romanov is a co-host of The Manufacturing Hub Podcast and the founder of Joltek, an independent manufacturing and industrial automation consulting firm specializing in modernization strategy, digital transformation, and workforce development. Joltek works with manufacturers and investors to de-risk modernization and build the internal capability to sustain results.Connect with Vlad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladimirromanov/Want to go deeper? Vlad and the team at Joltek have covered related topics here:Edge Computing, AI, and the Value of Manufacturing Data: https://www.joltek.com/blog/edge-computing-ai-value-manufacturing-dataDigital Transformation in Manufacturing: https://www.joltek.com/blog/digital-transformation-in-manufacturingDave Griffith is a co-host of The Manufacturing Hub Podcast and founder of Capelin Solutions, an industrial automation firm helping manufacturers adopt smart manufacturing technology. He brings 15 years of experience in industrial automation and digital transformation.Connect with Dave: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davegriffith23/Subscribe to Manufacturing Hub: https://www.manufacturinghub.liveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manufacturing-hub-networkYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ManufacturingHub

In this solo episode, Jean-Martin Fortier celebrates his 48th birthday by reflecting on his 24-year journey as a market gardener. He revisits the foundational influence of Eliot Coleman's The New Organic Grower, emphasizing how the "agricultural craftsmanship" of small-scale farming offers a meaningful alternative to industrial food production. The core of the episode outlines three guiding "North Stars" for the movement: reclaiming the integrity of the organic label, strengthening local food sheds to keep money in the community, and embracing seasonality as a social value. Jean-Martin argues that eating in-season from local greenhouses and root cellars creates a "good food revolution" that is impossible for industrial systems to replicate. He concludes by calling on farmers to stay rooted in their communities and fight for a food system defined by proximity, ecology, and joy.Timestamps [0:00] Intro[04:18] Birthday reflections: 24 years of hustling, dreaming, and the "Good Food Revolution"[06:33] Current projects: Research at FQT farm and the Old Mill garden[08:58] Returning to the source: The enduring influence of Eliot Coleman's The New Organic Grower[12:24] Trends in the movement: From the pressure to scale up to mastering the small-scale model[14:10] Agricultural Craftsmanship: Why growing food is a practice of presence, not industry[19:43] North Star #1: Reclaiming "Organic" and fighting off the dilution of the label[27:32] North Star #2: The power of locality and keeping wealth within the community[33:21] North Star #3: Seasonality as a tool for health, ethics, and community celebration[41:27] Summary: Building a future of proximity, ecology, and back-to-basics joy SponsorsReal Organic Project: Get Involved. Get Certified. Join the movement to fight the co-opting of organic.Thinkific: Built for the Business of Learning.Activevista: Specialised Tools and Seeds for Diversified Crop and Home GrowersLinks/ResourcesMarket Gardener Institute:  https://themarketgardener.com Masterclass:  https://themarketgardener.com/courses/the-market-gardener-masterclass Newsletter:  https://themarketgardener.com/newsletterBlog:  https://themarketgardener.com/blog Books: https://themarketgardener.com/booksGrowers & Co: https://growers.coHeirloom: https://heirloom.ag/The Old Mill: https://www.espaceoldmill.com/en/Follow UsWebsite: http://themarketgardener.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/marketgardenerinstitute Instagram: http://instagram.com/themarketgardeners Guest Social Media LinksJM:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanmartinfortierFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeanmartinfortier

Policy Uncertainty and Market Performance Uncertainty is often viewed as a negative force in financial markets. Periods of geopolitical tension, unclear government policy, or unexpected global events tend to create volatility and investor anxiety. Today's environment is no exception, with elevated uncertainty driven by international conflict, trade concerns, and shifting political dynamics. One way to measure this is through policy uncertainty indexes, which track how unclear or unpredictable government actions are at a given time. Historically, major spikes in uncertainty have occurred during events such as the aftermath of 9/11, the COVID-19 pandemic, and recent global trade disruptions. Current readings suggest uncertainty levels are once again elevated, approaching some of those past peaks. However, market behavior during these periods may be more surprising than expected. While markets generally prefer stability, historical data shows that periods of high policy uncertainty have often been followed by strong returns across multiple timeframes, including one month, three months, six months, and even twelve months. This suggests that markets may interpret policy-driven disruptions as temporary rather than structural. In many cases, uncertainty creates opportunity, as investors who remain disciplined can benefit from eventual stabilization and recovery. While past performance never guarantees future results, this trend reinforces the importance of maintaining a long-term perspective during volatile periods. Inflation, Consumer Prices, and What Comes Next Inflation remains one of the most closely watched economic indicators, directly impacting both consumers and investors. Recent economic data has painted a mixed picture, strong in some areas, yet still uncertain in others. The labor market, for example, has shown resilience. Job growth has exceeded expectations, and wage increases have remained steady, indicating underlying economic strength. However, these figures are inherently backward-looking, reflecting conditions that existed before the most recent geopolitical and economic developments. The more pressing question is how rising costs, particularly energy prices, will ripple through the broader economy. Gas prices, often one of the first visible signs of inflation, play a critical role in determining whether higher costs will spread to other goods and services. This dynamic is closely monitored through the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures changes in the price level of a basket of consumer goods and services. The key issue is not just whether prices are rising, but how quickly those increases are being passed on to consumers. Companies may choose to absorb higher costs temporarily, or they may pass them along, impacting inflation readings more directly. The upcoming CPI data will be especially important in determining the trajectory of inflation and, in turn, the direction of interest rates. Policymakers, including the Federal Reserve, will be watching closely as they evaluate whether current pressures are temporary or indicative of a more sustained trend. Seasonality and the Strength of April While uncertainty and inflation dominate headlines, historical market trends offer a more optimistic perspective, particularly when it comes to seasonality. Over the long term, the second quarter of the year has consistently delivered strong performance for equities, ranking just behind the fourth quarter. Within that period, April stands out as one of the most reliable months for market gains. Since 1950, April has been positive approximately 70% of the time for the S&P 500, making it the second-best month of the year historically. This pattern suggests that, despite short-term volatility, markets often find footing during this period. Several factors may contribute to this trend, including the inflow of tax refunds, renewed investor activity following the first quarter, and improving economic visibility as the year progresses. While seasonality alone should never drive investment decisions, it can provide a helpful tailwind when combined with other supportive factors. After a volatile start to the year, these historical patterns offer a measure of cautious optimism. If past trends hold, April and the broader second quarter could provide an opportunity for stabilization and potential growth. Greg Powell, CIMA® President and CEO Wealth Consultant Email Greg Powell here Bobby Norman, CFP®, AIF®, CEPA® Managing Director Wealth Consultant Email Bobby Norman here Trey Booth, CFA®, AIF® Chief Investment Officer Wealth Consultant Email Trey Booth here Ty Miller, AIF® Vice President Wealth Consultant Email Ty Miller here Fi Plan Partners is an independent investment firm in Birmingham, AL, with a team of professionals serving clients across the nation through financial planning, wealth management and business consulting. The team at Fi Plan Partners creates strategies in the best interest of their clients using fee based investing. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly. 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Welcome, dear foodie friends, to my charming hometown of Barrington, Illinois. I'm your host, Margaret McSweeney, and it is such a joy to welcome you to a very special episode of Kitchen Chat as we celebrate a culinary destination that is truly elevating the spirit of our community. I am so honored to feature the visionary Chef and Owner of the new Progressive American restaurant Noe, Robert Gadsby. Many thanks to Quintessential Barrington for introducing me to Chef Robert and Noe. Impressive, innovative, and intentional are the words that best describe Chef Gadsby's cuisine, and today we explore the profound emotional authenticity, seasonality, and excellence that elevate every dish he creates. Although Chef Robert Gadsby has worked with some of the most iconic chefs around the world, his mother and the family's Victory Garden in England had a major influence on his appreciation of fresh produce and food preparation. The above photo features Chef Robert's mother, grandfather and sister in the family's Victory Garden in England. At the heart of Noe's mission is a Four Pillars philosophy—Seasonality, Sustainability, Technique, and Community—which serves as a sacred reminder that Progressive American cuisine is a rigorous commitment to both the land and the craft. In this episode, we go behind the scenes to discover how Noe defines the new American palate through a sophisticated global lens. Their culinary identity is masterfully forged by French sophistication, Italian freshness of product—aligned perfectly with the seasonality of the Victory Gardens—and the unwavering Japanese discipline of execution. Most of all, it is defined by a distinct American ingenuity that transforms these influences into something entirely original. Join us as we explore how this soulful intentionality brings a world-class perspective to our Barrington landscape. Savor the day! Subscribe to the KitchenChat audio podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kitchen-chat-margaret-mcsweeney/id447185040 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3PpcTPpvHEh8eOMfDUm8I9 Webtalkradio: Webtalkradio.com   This podcast is also available on Apple TV, Roku and Amazon Fire Stick streaming devices. Download the Experts and Authors App and go to the Kitchen Chat series page or visit: www.Expertsandauthors.tv   

March 30, 2026It pays to know what people already care about.The following conversation illustrates one of the ways in which this pays.“If I spend money on advertising, what will I get in return?”It depends on what you say in your ads.“What do you mean?”Most ads have no relevance to most people.“Yes, that's why you need to target the right people.”There is some truth in that, but not as much as you think.“What do you mean?”You can reach the right person, but if they have no current need for what you sell, you can only hope that they remember you when they do have a need.“So, what's the answer?”The answer is to talk to people about what they already care about. Speak to what currently interests them.“Can you give me a couple of examples?”Sure.Public Relations experts know that a highly relevant press release will deliver amazing results when it can be inserted into a conversation that people are already having.Mass Media experts know that TV and Radio ads deliver amazing results when they:(A) speak to values and beliefs that already reside in the hearts of the masses(B) introduce relatable, interesting characters so that people can bond with them(C) use 40 percent of the total ads to create “sales activation” by making an offer of a product or service during a time when it is at peak desirability.“But even when something is at peak desirability, don't I have to be able to reach the right people?”When you are using mass media, you can depend on the behavior of the masses.“What do you mean?”Most products and services will be at peak desirability during these three types of trigger events.(A) Seasonality.Every spring, the masses want junk removal, lawn fertilizer, gardening equipment and supplies, home improvement tools and materials, warm-weather clothing, A/C check-ups and a huge variety of other products and services. Each month of the year triggers its own felt needs.(B) Holidays. Each holiday triggers its own thoughts, emotions, and desires. New Year's Day is when people invest in diet programs, gym memberships, and programs to help them quit smoking. Valentine's Day is romance, and Memorial Day is when retailers have discount events, and then we have End-of-School, Vacation Season, Back-to-School, Thanksgiving, and then Christmas. Each of these are each trigger events that every company can build upon.(C) Personal Trigger Events.Moving out of a home or into a home is a personal trigger event that cannot be predicted by even the best AI. Likewise, engagement ring purchases, hot water heater replacement, funeral services, and car repairs happen at unexpected and unplanned times. Does it make sense to wait until the “Zero Moment of Truth” and then pay the price to generate an extremely expensive, low-conversion click? Or should you become the company the masses “think of first and feel the best about” when their personal trigger event occurs? Low-cost, high-conversion clicks are the result of people typing your name into the search engine because you have already won their hearts through the ongoing use of low-cost mass media.CONCLUSION:What you say in your mass media ads determines whether or not you will own real estate in the hearts and minds of the masses.BONUS INFORMATION:Youtube has become a new type of Mass Media.I decided to start a couple of Youtube channels in February.On March 4th, I decided to do an experiment. It began to pay off on March 5th.Twenty-one days later, the results of those two experiments was a combined total of 1,234,238 new subscribers at a total cost of 2 cents per subscriber.When a person subscribes, they are telling you,“I love this and want more of it.”If you want to know how much I spent to gain 1.2 million subscribers in just 21 days, all you have to do is multiply 1,234,238 by 0.02. (If you want to know precisely how much I spent, multiply 1,234,238 by 0.020319090498)But that does not mean that all you have to do is spend the money.You can buy views with money, but you cannot buy subscribers.Subscribers are earned by what you say. You have to speak to a need that people already feel.Weak, limp advertising tries to convince people that they need something that they do not feel they need.Speak about what people already care about.That's the ticket.Roy H. Williams

Crude oil supply from the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin continues to grow. At times, it has exceeded the region's outbound pipeline capacity. Today, we'll take a close look at the periods of pipeline surplus and scarcity, and how they correlate with WCSB price discounts relative to U.S. price benchmarks.

Join Alex Hormozi Live At The Scaling Workshop In Las Vegas: https://www.acquisition.com/o-vegasHow do you double revenue without reinventing your business model? In this episode, Alex Hormozi reveals how the predictability of seasonal fluctuations can be a massive advantage if you know how to scale it. Alex breaks down how to make more money by doing less and focusing on what's already working. From the Theory of Constraints to cracking PPC and Meta ads, his insights will show you how to grow a seasonal business with predictable cycles without the typical stress and distractions.YouTube Timestamps00:00 Does catering have to be seasonal?02:58 Why PPC and SEO are the main growth channels04:00 Volatility vs. risk: embracing predictable business cycles to scale06:30 Theory of constraints: why saying "no" is necessary for successMore Value:Download your free personalized $100M scaling roadmap in under 30 seconds: https://www.acquisition.com/roadmap?el=yt-alex-486r&htrafficsource=youtubeDiscover The Easiest Business I Can Help You Start (Free Trial): https://www.skool.com/hormoziGet the $100M Book Bundle: https://shop.acquisition.com/pages/100m-book-bundleTake the $100M Lead Generation Course: https://www.acquisition.com/training/leads?hsLang=enLearn How to Make Offers People Cannot Refuse: https://www.acquisition.com/training/offers?hsLang=enFollow Alex Hormozi's Socials:⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube ⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Acquisition ⁠

Do you want to know investment success secrets? Look no further than today's discussion! The long-dominant "buy the Magnificent 7 and forget it" tech trade is fading, with sector rotation favoring energy, materials, and staples while technology and discretionary lag. Drawing on presidential cycle data, it seems markets often experience weakness and corrections in midterm years before potential strength later, though today's backdrop of sticky inflation, high debt, and constrained Federal Reserve policy could challenge historical norms. Liquidity over politics is the true market driver and power preservation incentives may shape fiscal and economic decisions and highlights opportunities in defensive sectors and fixed income if rates fall. As always, disciplined investing is the most important: avoid ego, abandon rigid outcome-based predictions, adopt scenario-based thinking, respect price action, and define in advance when you are wrong. We discuss... The long-standing strategy of simply buying mega-cap tech stocks is breaking down as sector leadership rotates. Energy, materials, and staples are outperforming while technology and discretionary stocks lag, signaling possible market-top behavior. Historical sector rotation patterns suggest markets may be transitioning from expansion toward a late-cycle phase. Midterm presidential years historically bring volatility and frequent 10–20% corrections before potential recovery. Liquidity is framed as the primary force driving market cycles. Today's environment of sticky inflation, high debt, and constrained Federal Reserve policy may weaken the reliability of historical patterns. Defensive sectors and fixed income could benefit if growth slows and interest rates decline. Political incentives around power preservation may influence fiscal decisions and economic optics heading into elections. Investors are warned not to blindly "buy the dip," especially in volatile assets like crypto. The hosts stress that price action ultimately determines whether an investment thesis is right or wrong. Ego and overconfidence are identified as major threats to long-term investing success. Outcome-based thinking is discouraged in favor of scenario-based planning across multiple probable outcomes. Behavioral research shows experts often double down when wrong, reinforcing the importance of flexibility. Successful investing requires humility, adaptability, risk management, and clearly defined exit strategies.   Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | Mergent College Advisors Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.cominvesting-success-secrets-793  

Hiring can feel like a huge big leap. It's expensive. It's vulnerable to let other people into your business. And if you've been doing everything yourself, it can also feel maybe unnecessary.  But what if building a team isn't a risk? It's actually a smart move for stabilizing and scaling your business. That's what we're digging into today with Angie Chua of bobo design studio and bobo Palm Springs. You may remember Angie from episode 426 where we talked about what's happening with Amazon right now using AI to scrape websites. Today's conversation is more personal. We're talking about her evolution from the digital advertising world to building a travel-inspired stationery brand and a thriving brick-and-mortar shop in Palm Springs.  Angie shares what it was really like growing her business, the missteps, the hiring decisions, the moments of doubt that we all kind of face, and also the shifts that helped her step into true leadership.  We talk about what happens when you hire your first employee, what it takes to let go of control, the reality of outsourcing to agency, and what that looked like for Angie, including what worked and what didn't, and why having a solid bookkeeper isn't optional if you want to scale a product-based business sustainably.  She also opened up about her commitment to supporting artists from marginalized communities, how she navigates the seasonality of retail in Palm Springs, and what it looks like to practice self-compassion while growing a business. This is a grounded, honest conversation about growth, not a highlight reel, but the real version. Today's episode is brought to you by Digital Lizard, a sponsor of our Paper Camp program, which kicks off this week.  Digital Lizard is a full-service marketing and print partner offering digital and offset printing, sourcing, procurement, and logistics. Our Paper Camp and LABS students get access to a private Proof to Product print portal.  In that portal, you'll get discounted rates and a dedicated sales rep who supports project management from start to finish.  Also, Digital Lizard tends to turn stuff around same day or or next day. Many of our community members use Digital Lizard for product printing, packaging, catalogs, and marketing materials. They offer low minimum quantities and fast turnaround times, which matters when you're managing inventory and cash flow. If you're looking for a reliable print partner, you can learn more about their capabilities at digitallizard.com. You can view full show notes and more at http://prooftoproduct.com/433  Quick Links: Free Wholesale Audio Series Free Resources Library Free Email Marketing for Product Makers PTP LABS Paper Camp

Most entrepreneurs think they need better strategy.They don't.In this Boardroom recap from the Freedom Factory, we unpack the real reasons businesses stall — and it's not systems.It's people, identity, and the state you operate from.Inside this episode:• Why most business bottlenecks are solved by the right “who”• The difference between hiring people and developing talent• W2 vs 1099 mistakes operators make• Why State → Story → Strategy is the real order of success• The 4 archetypes running your decisions (Warrior, Magician, Lover, Sovereign)• Why high performers get stuck in Warrior mode• How seasonality applies to your business and your life• Why kindness to yourself is a competitive advantageIf you feel like something is holding you back… this episode will hit.Timestamps:00:00 – Boardroom at the Freedom Factory Recap02:15 – From Cooked Books to 80,000 Meals a Week04:10 – Visionaries Get Small When Stuck in Operations05:45 – The “Right Who” Solves Most Bottlenecks07:50 – Building Talent Structure (Not Just Hiring)10:40 – W2 vs 1099: What Operators Must Understand12:20 – The 3 S's of Breakthrough: State > Story > Strategy15:05 – The 4 Archetypes Running Your Life18:30 – Warrior Mode & The Seasonality of Growth21:10 – Kindness, Presence & The Power of AwarenessGet FREE Access to our Community and Weekly Trainings:https://group.strsecrets.com/

Spring doesn't arrive all at once. It sneaks in slowly—the first warm afternoon, the extra hour of daylight, the return of outside play and evening walks. After the long gray days of winter, spring offers something different: momentum.In this Habits & Holidays episode, Clayton Greene, Chris Pappalardo, and Amy Kavanaugh explore the spiritual and practical opportunities of “surely spring”—that stretch between winter's heaviness and summer's freedom. They discuss how the rhythms of school, work, weather, and the Church calendar all converge to create a unique season of stride—a time to lean into growth, alignment, and meaningful family habits.Rather than expecting life to look the same all year long, spring invites families to embrace seasonality: to notice what God is already doing, and to respond with intentionality.TakeawaysSpring creates momentum after the heaviness of winter.Seasonality affects our capacity, mood, and spiritual rhythms.Spiritual habits can—and should—shift with the calendar.Spring offers unique opportunities for growth, beauty, and alignment.Easter anchors spring as a season of renewal and hope.Families can use spring's energy to establish meaningful rhythms outdoors and at home.Chapters00:00 Welcome & Habits and Holidays introduction02:55 Why seasons shape family and spiritual life03:42 How seasonality affects mood, capacity, and relationships04:28 Giving yourself permission for seasonal spiritual habits05:30 Escaping the “flatness” of modern life07:24 Defining the boundaries of “surely spring”09:42 The opportunities spring creates for families09:59 Beauty, gardening, and cultivating outdoor spaces12:25 The return of outdoor play and family life outside13:26 Daylight savings, Lent, and preparing for Easter15:23 Spring as a season of rhythm, flow, and momentum16:49 Why spring feels like the natural stride of the year18:10 Spring break and pacing the spiritual and family calendar19:25 Where spring appears in the biblical story20:47 Goal-setting, alignment, and faithful momentum

Think a small TPT catalog can't make a dent? We walk through the real numbers from a tiny, neglected second store—23 paid products, zero bundles, minimal email, almost no social—and how it still earned $538 last year and $63 in January. The secret isn't hustle for hustle's sake; it's an intentional system that turns limited time into repeatable outcomes.We break down the “create three” approach that accelerates validation: design three product templates, publish a few in each, then double down on the line that gets traction. Morning work rose to the top because it's fast to produce, easy to explain, and simple to expand with themes and grade levels. By reusing layouts and clip art across listings, creation time drops, brand clarity grows, and previews stay consistent—making it easier for buyers to add multiple related items to their carts.Seasonality and light SEO do quiet heavy lifting. A quick monthly sweep to refresh titles, descriptions, and tags for upcoming holidays kept products visible without a big marketing push. We also unpack the realistic math of scaling: double the listings, roughly double the revenue; add bundles to lift average order value; and nurture a small email list with helpful, on-theme content. Most importantly, we show why intention outperforms volume—fewer, better products in a coherent line often beat scattered catalogs built on guesswork.Whether you're new to TPT or rethinking a mature store, you'll leave with a clear playbook: validate fast, standardize templates, expand winning lines, optimize before peak seasons, and treat your shop like a business if you want business-level results. If this breakdown helped, follow the show, share it with a TPT friend, and leave a quick review so more teacher-sellers can find it. What product line will you test first?Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uFR2HuPBS0MCheck Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfulton My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/ My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATsch Free Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115Support the show

The old retail calendar is dead. Between TikTok virality, celebrity sightings, and ChatGPT-powered discovery, brands face a new reality: commerce runs on culture's clock. Nicole Thomas (Brex) and Anand Mehta (Melio) break down how this shift from predictable peaks to perpetual possibility demands radical financial agility.Key takeaways:Retail shifted from twice-yearly peaks to monthly cultural spikes brands can't predictCash conversion cycle reveals hidden supplier payment leverage beyond inventory optimizationCredit card float extends working capital without compounding traditional loan debtLiquidity separates trend leaders from trend chasers regardless of business sizeKey Quotes:Nicole Thomas [00:06:27]: "Seasonality is kind of taking shape in the way that it's less of like these ebbs and flows maybe twice a year to maybe once a month. If your product goes viral or if a celebrity endorses something, your consumers are now expecting to get those products when they want it."Anand Mehta [00:22:17]: "Costco managed to have a very low, if not negative cash conversion cycle because their store is the warehouse. They've already sold and converted their inventory to cash before they even have to pay it out."Nicole Thomas [00:37:06]: "Commerce is definitely making a big shift to flattening out, but not flattening out enough to where you can actually predict those peaks and valleys. We're definitely shifting from a calendar economy to more of a cultural economy."Anand Mehta [00:32:14]: "This use case of extending cash flow isn't just for businesses who are struggling. If you're a brand that is very liquid, having that cash buffer allows you to be a brand that's jumping in on a trend in the early stages of the trend, not chasing a trend."In-Show Mentions:Learn more about BrexLearn more about MelioCheck out Future Commerce on YouTubeCheck out Future Commerce+ for exclusive content and save on merch and printSubscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce worldListen to our other episodes of Future CommerceHave any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.