Podcasts about service centers

Schon als Kind haben Fabian Bahnen und Technik fasziniert. Während er Stadtplanung studierte, hat er für die VGF die Gäste im Frankfurter Ebbelwei-Expreß als Schaffner betreut und Kund:innen im Service-Center beraten. Heute arbeitet er als Referent im Bereich „Kundendienst und Vertrieb“. Wie seine Aufgaben dort aussehen, welche Überschneidungspunkte Stadtplanung und öffentlicher Nahverkehr haben und welchen Traum Fabian sich bei der VGF unbedingt noch erfüllen möchte, erzählt er in der aktuellen Episode.

USDA Service Centers Face Deep Cuts Under White House Budget Plan

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Farm Service Agency Loan Programs Beginning Wheat Crop Pests Dystocia in Cattle   00:01:05 – Farm Service Agency Loan Programs: Beginning today's show is Marissa Kepley, Kansas Farm Service Agency farm loan specialist, as she shares an update from the FSA. She pays special attention to the farm loan programs they offer. Farmers.gov Service Centers   00:12:05 – Beginning Wheat Crop Pests: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show moving as he discusses what pests growers could be finding in their wheat crop. He explains winter grain mites and army cutworms. Crop Insects in Kansas Wheat Production Handbook   00:23:05 – Dystocia in Cattle: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers ends today's show as they converse about what could be causing heifers calving issues. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 1 Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 2 and FSA Dairy Margin Coverage Appropriate Bull Condition   00:01:05 – Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 1: K-State agronomist Kraig Roozeboom and agricultural economics professor Beth Yeager kick off today's show as they explain research that looks into cover crops, double-crop soybeans and nitrogen in crop rotations to see how it impacts soil and profitability. agronomy@k-state.edu agec@k-state.edu    00:12:05 – Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 2 and FSA Dairy Margin Coverage: After a little more from Kraig and Beth, Kansas Farm Service Agency agricultural program specialist, Allison Womack, keeps the show rolling as she reminds listeners of deadlines and dairy margin coverage. Farmers.gov  Service Centers   00:23:05 – Appropriate Bull Condition: The show concludes with K-State's Brad White and special guest Pedro Fontes discussing the effects of over-conditioning bulls on fertility as part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

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For more than 110 years, Family Service Center - The Center for Mental Health & Wellbeing has been working to promote mental health and wellbeing in Galveston County and throughout southeast Texas. With a team of therapists that have a combined total of more than 2500 years of experience, the center is helping thousands of people every year.In this episode of "Texas City Tells," find out about the services they offer, including counseling for crime victims, the Heroes program for veterans, parenthood courses, therapy for all ages and much more.

FSA Program Recap and Administration Changes Great Plains Cotton Conference Preparing for Calving   00:01:05 – FSA Program Recap and Administration Changes: Kicking off today's show is Marissa Kepley, Kansas Farm Service Agency farm loan specialist, with updates and deadline reminders for FSA programs. She also touches on the change in administration. Farmers.gov  Service Centers   00:12:05 – Great Plains Cotton Conference: K-State Extension agronomist Logan Simon continues the show, previewing the Great Plains Cotton Conference. He says what information they are bringing to current and prospective cotton growers. lsimon@ksu.edu  217-617-0290 Great Plains Cotton Conference   00:23:05 – Preparing for Calving: The Beef Cattle Institute's Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers wrap up our Wednesday show with a segment about how to be ready for calving season from their Cattle Chat podcast. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Customer service centers can be hit or miss for consumers. Sumantra Sarkar, associate professor at the School of Management at Binghamton University, explores whether A.I. can help. Sumantra Sarkar is a behavioral information systems (IS) researcher who employs both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. He studies IS governance, healthcare IT, managerial decision making and security. Sarkar […]

Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, Auto-Fix Auto Shop Coaching, and Today's Class The transition from a traditional repair shop to a professional auto service center requires a commitment to professionalism, continuous education, and a people first approach. Join industry business coaches Cecil Bullard, Vic Tarasik, and Dave Schedin as they break down how to transform your auto repair shop into a professional service center that stands out and delivers exceptional value to your employees and clients. Cecil Bullard, President of the Institute for Automotive Business Excellence. Cecil's previous episodes HERE. Vic Tarasik, CEO of Shop Owner Coach. Vic's previous episodes HERE. Dave Schedin, CompuTrek Automotive Management Systems. Dave's previous episodes HERE Show Notes Watch Full Video Episode Institute Summit, February 6th-8th, 2025, in Amelia Island, Florida: https://www.wearetheinstitute.com/summit Significance of Professionalism (00:02:44) Transitioning to a Professional Service Center (00:03:24) Perception of Value in the Industry (00:04:11) The Importance of Trust and Knowledge (00:06:16) Subjectivity of Professionalism (00:08:15) Circumstantial Professionalism (00:09:19) Investing in Training (00:11:29) The Role of Profitability (00:12:52) Continuous Improvement (00:13:25) Customer Expectations (00:14:39) Self-Care for Service Providers (00:16:41) Shop as a Living Entity (00:18:08) Training for Automotive Teams (00:20:55) Labor Rate Considerations (00:21:54) Understanding Business Responsibilities (00:22:00) Liability in the Automotive Industry (00:23:50) Insurance and Certification Issues (00:25:06) Employee Compensation and Profitability (00:26:09) Generational Challenges in Workforce Management (00:26:30) Professionalism in the Industry (00:27:17) Government Regulation Predictions (00:28:58) Self-Discovery Through Questions (00:29:36) Reframing Expenses as Investments (00:30:33) The Importance of Continuous Learning (00:35:40) Perceptions of Professionalism (00:39:07) Perspective on Growth (00:41:38) Humility in Business (00:42:21) Value of Professionalism (00:44:24) Mindset Shifts in the Industry (00:47:08) Abundance vs. Scarcity Mindset (00:48:28) Addressing Technician Shortages (00:51:34) Top Shops and Recruitment (00:54:14) Thanks to...

The transformation from Shared Service Centers to Global Business Services marks a significant shift in how organizations can achieve operational excellence and strategic value. This evolution is not merely about streamlining processes; it is about reimagining the entire framework of service delivery to foster innovation, agility, and responsiveness in today's business environment. Listen to Mitul Rustagi from Johnson Controls talk with Bank of America's Michael Bosacco and Jay Davenport on how organizations can leverage advanced technologies, data analytics and best practices to enhance efficiency and achieve peak performance.   Host: Michael Bosacco, Head of GTS Advisory, Bank of America   Co-hosts: Mitul Rustagi, Vice President of Global Finance Center of Excellence, Johnson Controls Jay Davenport, Co-head of Global Corporate Sales, Bank of America   MAP 7418795 / 6-6-26

  This week we learn about the Armed Forces Service Center at MSP Airport, meet with the Tribal Veterans Service Officer from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs and get an update from the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers. Guests include: Rick Dale – Armed Forces Service Center Debra Cain – Armed Forces […] The post Armed Forces Service Center and Tribal Veteran Service Officer appeared first on Minnesota Military Radio.

Dr. Regeline “Gigi” Sabbat, Motivational Speaker and CEO of Life Service Center of America, having survived domestic violence and sexual assault, Dr. Gigi took her pain and turned it into purpose by creating books, a podcast, and coaching programs that transform lives. On The Underdog Podcast, she opens up about her life story, the strength it took to rebuild, and how she helps others do the same.In this episode, Dr. Gigi shares how she went from surviving trauma to thriving as a leader and coach. She recounts how her faith helped her overcome struggles, eventually turning into two books: Walk With Me and God First. Both books encourage readers to endure and keep God close. Dr. Gigi also talks about her coaching philosophy of meeting people where they are and helping them move toward their goals. Through her narrative and pragmatic insights, she illuminates resilience, community strength, and the need for decisive action.Helping others overcome, building self-esteem, and transforming are just a few of the benefits of Dr. Gigi's mission. With her Life Service Center of America programs, her influence has helped thousands take their place in the world, start businesses, and share their stories.Key Takeaways:Resilience and Empowerment: Dr. Gigi turned her experiences with domestic violence into a source of strength, inspiring others as a motivational speaker and CEO.Importance of Community Support: Sharing personal stories fosters healing and helps others feel less alone in their struggles.Impact of Vulnerability: Being open about trauma, like domestic violence and sexual assault, encourages personal growth and community healing.Her story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the power of vulnerability.Listen to this exciting episode. Join us for the conversation! Listen to the full episode here:Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/underdog/id1534385651Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FbSDu0aNtuxAEiderUAfBWebsite: https://theunderdogshow.comIf you found this story worth your time and made changes in your life, we'd love to hear from you! Subscribe and leave a review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Follow and connect with Dr. Gigi Sabbat:Life Service Center of America, LLC: https://www.lifeservicecenterofamericallc.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gigisabbat/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-regeline-%E2%80%9Cgigi%E2%80%9D-sabbat-465748164/The Underdog Podcast host is none other than Pamela Bardhi. She's rocking the Real Estate Realm and has dedicated her life as a Life Coach. She is also in the Forbes Real Estate Council. To know more about Pam, check out the following:Website: https://pamelabardhi.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamela_bardhiTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pamela_bardhiYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elevatethroughrealestate

Monty Merza, President of Xpotential & Dave Drzewiecki, CEO of Absolute Dental join the Group Dentistry Now Show. Monty and Dave discuss: How a near shore Patient Service Center improves efficiency & patient satisfaction? Streamlining insurance verification & call center services The future of dentistry & patient service AI for answering calls Trends in AI & call handling Much more To learn more about Xpotential you can visit their website - https://xpotential.co/  or email Monty Merza - montym@xpotential.co . You can also call Monty at 281.962.7745 To connect with Dave Drzewiecki you can email him at dave@absolutedental.com 

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David Gray wants his company, Gray's Tire & Service Center, to be "the Chick-Fil-A" of tire dealerships. He explains why in this episode of The Modern Tire Dealer Show.

Deron Lundgren, Zone Retailer Aftersales Manager at Subaru of America, shares strategies for improving customer relationships and driving new business. He discusses techniques such as evaluating inbound calls, using role-playing for team coaching, and conducting clear communication with customers to enhance the service experience.View the video podcast on YouTubeAbout Our Guest:Deron LundgrenZone Retailer Aftersales Manager, Subaru of Americadlundg@subaru.comAbout Our Host:Jay GoninenCo-Founder & President, WrenchWayjayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122WrenchWay Resources:Salary Comparison Tool - See pay information for automotive, diesel, and collision technicians near you at wrenchway.com/pay.Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops or dealerships to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians, connect with schools, and support the auto and diesel industry? Learn about WrenchWay Top Shop Memberships.Auto, Diesel, or Tech Ed Instructors - Need help getting resources for your program and connecting with industry? We have free solutions for you on WrenchWay.Connect with us on social: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

Bruce Spencer, Owner of Walt Eger's Service Center, shares his journey from corporate life to shop ownership. He emphasizes the importance of hiring a COO, living by the shop's values, fostering friendly competition among technicians, and maintaining the right level of profit transparency with his team.View the video podcast on YouTubeAbout Our Guest:Bruce SpencerOwner, Walt Eger's Service Centerbruce@walteger.comAbout Our Host:Jay GoninenCo-Founder & President, WrenchWayjayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122WrenchWay Resources:Technician Compensation Tool - See automotive, diesel, and collision technician compensation in your area at wrenchway.com/pay.Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program. Connect with us on social: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

The 311 Constituent Service Center moved into the seventh floor of Boston City Hall. It's the city's non-emergency call center. Mayor attended the grand opening and even took a call from a local resident. For more, ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio.

Stacey and Frankie Pugh, president and VP of Pugh's Tire in Greenville, North Carolina, are the embodiment of what happens when four generations commit to hard work, customer care, community involvement, and adapt to change. Their Grandpa George Pugh founded Pugh's Tire & Service Center in 1945 as a corner gas station known as George Pugh Shell Station, and in 1962 their father Sammy Pugh became the mastermind in expanding the tire and automotive service side of the business.Today, with five retail locations, the third- and fourth generations continue to grow the business the same way the founder did. Pugh's continues to thrive thanks to leadership and employees fueled by family spirit, a customer-first philosophy, and an unyielding commitment to quality.www.tirereview.com

Russ Green, Operations Officer at Machinery Advisors Consortium, expresses how top employers need good leaders to keep people happy. Understanding employees, proper career growth, and keeping up with the industry pace are key to nurturing future leaders.View the video podcast on YouTubeAbout Our Guest:Russ GreenOperations Officer, Machinery Advisors Consortiumruss.green@machineryadvisors.orgSponsor:Jasper Engines & TransmissionsAbout Our Host:Jay GoninenCo-Founder & President, WrenchWayjayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122WrenchWay Resources:Technician Compensation Tool - See automotive, diesel, and collision technician compensation in your area at wrenchway.com/pay.Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program. Connect with us on social: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 06-04-24 We continue the discussion on Dr. Science....sorry, Fauci...appearing before a Congressional hearing. Missouri Democratic Rep. Mike Burton calls in to discuss the hearing with us. Jefferson County Sheriff Dave Marshak talks about the border crisis and how it's affecting Jefferson County and the entire metro St. Louis area. The Sheriff's Office will be hosting an event on Thursday, June 20, titled "Border Crisis: Why Jefferson County Is Now A Border County." It'll be at 6pm at Fox C-6 Service Center, 849 Jeffco Blvd., in Arnold, MO. The special guest speaker will be Sheriff Mark Dannels from Cochise County, Arizona. He's a leading national expert on the border crisis. The event is free and reservations are encouraged. Call 636-797-5028 or email Angela at aevans@jeffcomo.org. (https://jcsd.org/sheriff) (https://jcsd.org/) With Biden planning to issue a statement today, we discuss the border invasion and political fiasco...again. NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 06-04-24 Jefferson County Sheriff Dave Marshak talks about the border crisis and how it's affecting Jefferson County and the entire metro St. Louis area. The Sheriff's Office will be hosting an event on Thursday, June 20, titled "Border Crisis: Why Jefferson County Is Now A Border County." It'll be at 6pm at Fox C-6 Service Center, 849 Jeffco Blvd., in Arnold, MO. The special guest speaker will be Sheriff Mark Dannels from Cochise County, Arizona. He's a leading national expert on the border crisis. The event is free and reservations are encouraged. Call 636-797-5028 or email Angela at aevans@jeffcomo.org.  (https://jcsd.org/sheriff) (https://jcsd.org/) NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Losing a kidney transplant can feel very overwhelming. Today we're here with Anthony Tuggle, a former NKF board member, to hear how he's coping with losing a transplant and learn what's next for him.   Anthony Tuggle is the Afiniti President of Customer Operations, and a former Board Member of the National Kidney Foundation and of NKF Serving Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi. Tuggle is responsible for expanding global contact center operations, accelerating business development, overseeing product deployment and engaging clients to generate value for enterprises, customers and employees. Prior to joining Afiniti, Tuggle served as Vice President – Customer Care, Sales and Service Centers at AT&T where he led more than 30,000 sales leaders and has built a culture that fosters a passion for winning. He models a "find-a-way" mindset in his approach to leadership and inspires his team to embrace the importance of agility. Tuggle is the acclaimed author of I'm Better Not Bitter: My Personal Journey - Kidney Transplant Recipient's Story of Winning in Business & Life and Moving Forward, which shares how he has overcome obstacles, is self-motivated, and creates a work culture of success. Notably, Tuggle led efforts in his local community as the 2018-2020 Chairman of the Atlanta Kidney Walk, which raised more than $500,000 for NKF. He also has partnered with AT&T to raise more than $200,000 to date.   Additional resources: NKF Peers   Do you have comments, questions, or suggestions? Email us at NKFpodcast@kidney.org. Also, make sure to rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts.

The supersized holiday edition of the From the Fabricator podcast is here! We kick it off with a dive inside—demountable interiors and more—with Tom O'Malley of Clover and Kevin Mayer of PurOptima. Then, we pivot to labor, training, education, and more with Travis Nevins and Matt Fox of IUPAT. There are lots of interesting nuggets throughout! Thank you for listening!And Thank you to our new sponsor FHC!There's a new sheriff in town! FHC, the Frameless Hardware Company, just opened its doors to a new Service Center in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area, providing Texas and surrounding states with local inventories of glass and glazing tools and supplies, architectural hardware, glass railing systems, frameless shower door hardware, and transaction and display systems. The new service center is conveniently located in Irving, Texas and is OPEN FOR BUSINESS. Visit FHC-USA.com for more info.Texas Glaziers and Fabricators NOW have a choice.From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111/

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In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael Girdley, Bill D'Alessandro, and Heather Endresen discuss buying an aircraft service center. They review the business details, noting its strong sales of $1.2 million and good profit margins. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in aviation and what it takes to run a niche service business.Check out the listing here: https://synergybb.com/listings/well-established-aircraft-service-center/Thanks to this week's sponsor:Have you thought about exiting your current online business or buying one to start a new journey as an entrepreneur but have no idea where to start? Unlock business opportunities with Boopos.com! Boopos is the #1 platform for buying and selling profitable online businesses with built-in acquisition financing for qualified buyers. At Boopos.com, you can source opportunities from Boopos exclusive listings and other marketplaces or bring your own proprietary deal flow for approval. Boopos can offer pre-approved financing for recurring revenue businesses, allowing you to access fast funding with no personal guarantees.Want to find out more? Go to go.boopos.com/michaelgirdley, sign up, and get qualified to sell your business or find your next deal.---Learn how to buy a business.If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course.You will learn:• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads• Maximize your chances of finding great dealsShow Notes: 00:00 intro01:40 Private Planes and the $500 Hamburger04:21 The Dynamics and Safety of Plane Manufacturing05:00 The Price Range of General Aviation Planes06:50 Michael's anecdote09:10 Exploring the Business for Sale: An Aircraft Service Center11:37 The Risks and Challenges of Owning an Aircraft Service Center13:16 Is this a transferable business? 14:42  Why airports don't own this service?18:50 Did we find the business? 24:40 The Ideal Buyer  Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com

In this episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Michael Girdley, Bill D'Alessandro, and Heather Endresen discuss buying an aircraft service center. They review the business details, noting its strong sales of $1.2 million and good profit margins. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in aviation and what it takes to run a niche service business.Check out the listing here: https://synergybb.com/listings/well-established-aircraft-service-center/Thanks to this week's sponsor:Have you thought about exiting your current online business or buying one to start a new journey as an entrepreneur but have no idea where to start? Unlock business opportunities with Boopos.com! Boopos is the #1 platform for buying and selling profitable online businesses with built-in acquisition financing for qualified buyers. At Boopos.com, you can source opportunities from Boopos exclusive listings and other marketplaces or bring your own proprietary deal flow for approval. Boopos can offer pre-approved financing for recurring revenue businesses, allowing you to access fast funding with no personal guarantees.Want to find out more? Go to go.boopos.com/michaelgirdley, sign up, and get qualified to sell your business or find your next deal.---Learn how to buy a business.If you are interested in buying a business but unsure how to start, you should check Michael's Buy a Business Course.You will learn:• Build a thesis for the type of business that's right for you‍• Learn how to stand out in a sea of buyers• Create a working, scalable Deal Engine getting you leads• Maximize your chances of finding great dealsShow Notes: 00:00 intro01:40 Private Planes and the $500 Hamburger04:21 The Dynamics and Safety of Plane Manufacturing05:00 The Price Range of General Aviation Planes06:50 Michael's anecdote09:10 Exploring the Business for Sale: An Aircraft Service Center11:37 The Risks and Challenges of Owning an Aircraft Service Center13:16 Is this a transferable business? 14:42  Why airports don't own this service?18:50 Did we find the business? 24:40 The Ideal Buyer  Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations. For inquiries or suggestions, email us at contact@acquanon.com

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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jim Roche, CEO of Warrcloud where we discuss: The best service center in America, the dealership profit pendulum swings again, whether dealers can make more money without consumers paying for it and much more!  This episode is brought to you by: CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships. Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platform Private Auto - The safest way to buy vehicles privately. Use code ‘CDG' to list your car for free. Learn more @ https://privateauto.com/ Warrcloud - Make every warranty claim automatic by transforming how claims are processed to make everything easier and get paid faster. Learn more @ https://warrcloud.com/ Car Dealership Guy Industry Job Board - Connecting world-class talent with top-notch companies in Automotive. Find your next role—or start hiring today—at CDGJobs.com.   Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:00) - Jim's background and career (00:09:54) - Surviving a 7-year feedback loop (00:13:52) - What does the future of service at dealerships look like? (00:17:22) - What happens behind the scenes with manufacturers and dealer relationships? (00:19:38) - What are the key metrics are service members incentivized to hit? (00:22:59) - Do you measure customer experience impacts? (00:24:56) - What are the biggest opportunities for service providers? (00:27:05) - Who are the models of service providers in America? (00:31:25) - How are you able to attract dealers to Warrcloud? (00:34:04) - What is the most surprising thing you've learned about this journey? Check out Warrcloud here. Check out the website for more (https://dealershipguy.com) and follow me on X @GuyDealership! (https://x.com/guydealership) This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.

Baker Ghanim is the President of Tire Store Service Center in Bedford, Texas. Under his leadership, Tire Store Service Center opened nine locations in its first 10 years, with a goal of ultimately opening 50. Baker is also the Founder of oTo Solutions, where customers can easily order tires online. With his background in business management and customer service, Baker is dedicated to providing top-notch services and solutions to clients. In this episode… In a rapidly evolving automotive sales and service landscape, innovative management techniques can empower employees and unlock unprecedented levels of success. According to Baker Ghanim, empowering employees by treating them as store owners fosters a strong sense of ownership and responsibility within them. Implementing performance-based pay and involving managers in decision-making processes leads to increased engagement, loyalty, and accountability among employees. This strategy not only enhances employee satisfaction, but also translates into better customer service and overall business performance, as employees are motivated to excel in ensuring the success of their respective stores. On this episode of Gain Traction, Mike Edge talks with Baker about fostering a sense of ownership among employees in the tire industry. They delve into empowering managers, referencing stores by their names, and the benefits of this approach. Additionally, they discuss Baker's entrepreneurial journey, insights from Kent Coleman's book, It's Not About the Mangos, and the innovative solution for independent tire dealers, oTo Solutions. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:  Baker Ghanim learned valuable business lessons from Kent Coleman's book, It's Not About the Mangos Why Baker values employees as family and focuses on the human side of business How empowering managers to feel like owners fosters a sense of pride and responsibility Baker discusses his belief in personal incentive, aligning employee and company goals for mutual success How the motto "We Don't Sell, We Service!" guides Baker's business Why Baker views a sale as merely one touchpoint in a customer's journey — all interactions matter  How oTo Solutions streamlines the tire ordering process for independent dealers Resources mentioned in this episode: Baker Ghanim on LinkedIn Tire Store Service Center  oTo Solutions  It's Not About the Mangos  Mike Edge on LinkedIn Tread Partners Sponsor for this episode... This episode is brought to you by Tread Partners.  At Tread Partners, we provide digital marketing for multi-location tire dealers and auto repair shops.  By using our strategy, branding, and marketing services, we help shops sell more tires and put more cars in bays. We've helped companies like Action Gator Tire, Colony Tire and Service, and Ulmer's Auto Care Center bring extreme growth in paid leads, ROI, and searches.  So, what are you waiting for? Visit www.treadpartners.com or email info@treadpartners.com to learn more.

Sue Dickson, Founder of Give Me Ten, and Jack Wilson, Auto Service Instructor at Lake County Tech Campus, discuss the progress of collaborating with the industry to develop more meaningful work-based learning opportunities for students. Each individual's path in the automotive field varies, and not everyone is suited to become a technician. The Give Me Ten program simplifies the process for students to find a suitable career path and eliminates barriers for shops to invest in the future of the industry.View the video podcast on YouTubeAbout Our Guests:Sue DicksonOwner & Operator, Closs Tire & AutoFounder, Give Me Tenclosstireauto@gmail.com Jack WilsonAuto Service Instructor, Lake County Tech Campusjwilson@techcampus.orgSue and Jack's last Beyond the Wrench episode.Sponsor:Machinists Union District Lodge 77About Our Host:Jay GoninenCo-Founder & President, WrenchWayjayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122WrenchWay Resources:Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program. Connect with us on social: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

In this edition of The Adjutant General (TAG) Talks Podcast, Brig. Gen. Gregory S. Johnson (“TAG 63”) sits down to discuss the Army Service Center and how their customer service initiatives #TakeCareOfPeople. This episode features Army Service Center Deputy Director, Parnell Plessl, and Customer Service Branch Chief, Shelly Dezelich. Providing excellent customer service is what drives the Army Service Center. They have created a Veterans S1, automated iPerms to cut down “perm” time for records from weeks to mere hours, and they continue to innovate with AI and data for the future- modernizing on the fly. Their data suggests that someone researching a problem independently could take hours; Calling the Army Service Center Helpdesk can resolve a problem within minutes. Soldiers, Veterans, and their Families are encouraged to reach out to the Helpdesk, 1-888-276-9472, to receive assistance with any number of issues they may be experiencing.

Last year, Governor Maura Healey set a cap on the number of families served by the state family shelter system at 7500. Families beyond that number are put on a waitlist. Some have found temporary shelter in overflow sites set up by the state. The thing is, those shelters are not all open during the day, leaving day-side support options limited. Enter La Colaborativa, a Chelsea-based immigrant services non-profit, which opened a day service center late last month. Today, La Colaborativa president Gladys Vega joins The Common to discuss the services the organization is offering to support recently arrived migrant families on the state family shelter waitlist. Greater Boston's daily podcast where news and culture meet.

In this episode, I'm speaking with Brian Benstock, Partner and General Manager of Paragon Honda & Acura where we discuss: his rise in the New York automotive industry and becoming the #1 Honda dealership in the world, the wild success of his 24-hour service center, how leasing could be the salvation to the affordability problem, his strategy to mentor and develop his employees in the dealership business, what it takes to keep up with Brian Benstock and much more. This episode is brought to you by: Cars Commerce - The platform to simplify everything about buying and selling cars. Learn more at https://www.carscommerce.inc/ AutoFi - AutoFi empowers your team with digital retail technology that accelerates the sale. Learn more @ https://www.autofi.com/cdg/ Car Dealership Guy Industry Job Board - Connecting world-class talent with top-notch companies in Automotive. Find your next role—or start hiring today—at CDGJobs.com. Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:12) - Paragon's delivery and pick-up strategy (00:05:11) - Brian's early career and family life (00:15:30) - Brian's leadership style (00:21:24) - Who has had a significant impact on your career? (00:23:15) - What does a typical day look like for you? (00:25:06) - Who are the 6-8 people you surround yourself with? (00:29:31) - Do you think the opportunity to become a partner at a dealership still exists today? (00:32:10) - What is it like operating in your showroom and hitting these sales numbers? (00:37:43) - Online vs. in-person trends (00:40:34) - What have you done on the tech side to meet the consumer's needs? (00:48:06) - How have your efforts impacted profitability? (00:52:03) - How do you set your store goals? (00:55:09) - How do you view yourself as a dealer? (00:56:48) - How do you acquire inventory? (01:01:51) - What are your thoughts on the market? (01:04:58) - What are you seeing in consumer health? (01:07:10) - Is affordability the biggest issue right now? (01:09:55) - Solving incentive problems (01:11:25) - Thoughts on AI (01:13:39) - What keeps you up at night? (01:15:45) - Taking advantage of social media and being authentic Check out Paragon here. Check out the website for more (https://dealershipguy.com) and follow me on X @GuyDealership! (https://x.com/guydealership) This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.

In this episode, recorded in-person at the recent reMind conference, Joe interviews Kaci Hohmann and Dave Kopilak: business attorneys at Emerge Law Group and co-chairs of Emerge's psychedelics practice group. Hohmann also serves as Chair of the Oregon State Bar's Cannabis and Psychedelics Law Section. They were both drafters of Oregon Measure 109 (with Kopilak as the primary drafter), so this episode goes deep into the details, legalities, and possibilities behind Measure 109. What licenses are involved? What does a business heading to Oregon need to prepare for? What do they think the feds will do and how does that relate to cannabis' Cole Memorandum? What is tax code 280E and how can its effects be minimized? What do they see the future looking like? They discuss what they do for clients at Emerge Law Group; the differences between the cannabis and psychedelics industries; why service centers are likely more important than the products; and how the psilocybin service center experience is more like a relationship with clients than anything in the cannabis world, which makes everything much more complicated – but also much safer. Joe also highlights some recent news, including MAPS PBC rebranding to Lykos Therapeutics, symptoms from traumatic brain injuries being improved by the combination of ibogaine and magnesium, and more! Click here to head to the show notes page. 

The Salvation Army Hamilton Service Center in Montana expanded its services to provide showers and laundry facilities, addressing a pressing need in the community and restoring dignity.   When a shower facility in Hamilton, Montana, closed its doors, it left individuals experiencing homelessness with no accessible public-use shower options. The sudden closure not only exacerbated the daily challenges they faced, but also exposed the need for a new, sustainable solution to address basic hygiene needs.   In response to the ongoing need, The Salvation Army expanded its facility to offer shower and laundry services—now the county's only operation of its kind.   Service Centers address community needs through the support of dedicated directors, staff members and volunteers. Visitors can access assistance services, including food distributions, prescription support, spiritual guidance, emergency financial aid and more.   To learn how to find help near you or to offer your support, visit SALVATIONARMYUSA.ORG

This week Charli has  Michael Piantedosi on to talk about culture within the companyMichael Piantedosi is the North America Service Leader for Druck and Panametrics, a Baker Hughes business. In this role Mike focuses on customer satisfaction, reducing in-house turnaround times, implementing best practices for wing-to-wing fulfilment, while simultaneously improving transparency for all customers. In addition to driving operational rigor, Mike partners with all Service Centers worldwide to lean out a very complex process and make it a world class experience for customers. Prior to joining Baker Hughes Mike was in retail management for 14 years where he worked for iconic brands such as Target, Gap Inc., and Ahold USA. He enjoys leading large teams while having fun and driving a strong talent culture. Michael holds a bachelor's degree in Business Management from Suffolk University as well as an MBA from Endicott College. Michael currently resides in Georgetown, Massachusetts with his wife Deana and two son Antonio (6) and Nicholas (2). Michael enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing the piano and working on classic cars in his spare time.Read up at EmpoweringPumps.com and stay tuned for more news about EPIC in Atlanta this November!Find us @EmpoweringPumps on Facebook, LinkedIn,  Instagram and Twitter and using the hashtag #EmpoweringIndustryPodcast or via email podcast@empoweringpumps.com

Don't miss Lisa McClease-Kelly's unique advice for small businesses in this week's episode of Beyond the Wrench. As Co-Owner of Network In Action Oregon and Kelly's Automotive, and with a background in nonprofits, Lisa offers a different perspective on ways shops can serve their community and staff. She also offers some other business advice on how shops can relay their values to their employees, tips on handling bad hires, and so much more! (5:45) Supporting Nonprofits(16:35) Small Business Coaching(22:23) Identifying & Communicating Values as Owners(25:48) Angel Fund(51:16) Handling Bad Hires(01:00:03) Communication AdviceResources:Download the free WrenchWay mobile app:App StoreGoogle PlayAbout Our Host:Jay GoninenCo-Founder & President, WrenchWayjayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122About Our Guest:Lisa McClease-KellyCo-Owner of Network In Action Oregon and Kelly's AutomotiveConnect on LinkedInSponsor:OK. Your customer's engine or transmission has failed. But now is not the time for them to trade their vehicle – not without a working engine or transmission. Besides, would they have kept their vehicle another 3-5 years if their engine or transmission had not let them down?If you answered “yes” then Jasper Engines and Transmissions is your choice to give your customer's vehicle new life and many thousands of miles of enjoyable driving performance.When considering the high cost of a new or newer used vehicle, there's a pretty good case to be made for replacing a drive train component that has failed or is delivering poor performance – rather than trading their car, truck, van or SUV. Install a quality re-manufactured JASPER product for less than your customer would have to invest in a new vehicle or a newer used vehicle.Check out their website at jasperengines.com to learn more about the money-saving value of JASPER.Connect with us on social: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

FSA Programs and Deadlines Holiday World of Weeds Cattle Liver Abscesses   00:01:05 – FSA Programs and Deadlines: Today's show starts with Dennis McKinney, director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, with information about programs with FSA and upcoming deadlines. 22007apply.gov Farmers.gov Service Centers   00:12:05 – Holiday World of Weeds: K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster continues the show by discussing a few of her World of Weed articles. She talks about toothed spurge, eastern redcedar and mistletoe. World of Weeds - Toothed Spurge World of Weeds - Eastern Redcedar World of Weeds - Mistletoe slancaster@ksu.edu    00:23:05 – Cattle Liver Abscesses: The Beef Cattle Institute's Ask the Experts completes the show as Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Jason Warner share knowledge on liver abscesses and if cow-calf producers should be worried about it.   BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu   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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan  

Sport & Car Collector Center | Joe Ritz  With an impeccable eye for detail regarding all things mechanical under the hood & a keen insight for investment grade vehicle projects, Joe Ritz stops by WrenchNation to discuss the history & award-winning service attention to detail that he & the team at SCCC provide day in and day out. The fascinating story behind decades of automotive service & the very special vehicles that grace their service bays, along with the announcement of their 11th annual showcase car event, the Jaguar E vent -the largest Jaguar exclusive car show in Scottsdale, AZ.     

Tara Topel joins us to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Topel's Service Center, Inc.! As a Co-Owner of an independent shop and towing center, Tara brings a unique perspective to the table. During the episode, she covers ways in which shops can support schools, emphasizes the importance of encouraging youth to join the trade, and stresses the significance of taking care of your technicians—paving a brighter future for the automotive industry.(1:59) About Topel's Service Center(16:17) Supporting the Community(27:45) Hiring Youth in the Shop(33:30) Servant Leadership(42:18) Communicating with Techs(48:07) Promoting Technician CareersResources:WrenchWay Shop Membership: A Better Way to Hire Automotive & Diesel TechniciansWrenchWay's $1,000 Monthly Loneliest Number GameDownload the free WrenchWay mobile app:App StoreGoogle PlayAbout Our Host:Jay GoninenCo-Founder & President, WrenchWayjayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122About Our Guest:Tara TopelCo-Owner, Topel's Service Center, Inc.tara@topels.comConnect with us on social: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

In this episode of Ratchet+Wrench Radio, Tara Topel of Topel's Service Center tackles the tough topics of diversity, equity, inclusion and representation. We look at it from the lenses of gender, ethnicity and ability (those with handicaps mentally and physically) and discuss how to encourage education and involvement so that shop owners and their personnel can be mindful of every customer and of one another.   Sponsored by Ford Motorcraft

Adam Bryant, Shop Foreman of Enxing Kia, makes his second appearance on Beyond the Wrench this week! In this episode, Adam provides simple shop tasks young technicians can do to help make a positive impression. He also discusses why it is important to have confidence as a young tech and shop benefits to look for when seeking employment.(16:04) Simple Tasks to Increase Shop Efficiency(24:19) Be Patient & Confident(38:21) Shops Investing in Their People(42:15) Pressure & Expectations of Young Techs(53:39) Be Aware of Tool DebtResources:Submit Your Nominations for WrenchWay AwardsWrenchWay Loneliest NumberDownload the free WrenchWay mobile app:App StoreGoogle PlayAbout Our Host:Jay GoninenCo-Founder & President, WrenchWayjayg@wrenchway.com | 608.716.2122About Our Guest:Adam BryantShop Foreman, Enxing KiaConnect on LinkedInConnect with us on social: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TikTok

He was a teenage Army private who became a national business owner - from a scuffling childhood to building a powerful ministry to families. This man knows better than most the ups and downs of life … and what it takes to overcome the obstacles. Today on BraveMen the inspirational story of Michael Rasa. Having grown up in a difficult family environment, Michael was forced to quit school at the age of fourteen to go to work. At ‘almost eighteen’ he joined the Army and became a model soldier. Three years later he was honorably discharged and began his business career. In 1994 he and his wife Debbie founded Rasa Floors and it has become a market leader in the flooring industry with eleven Service Centers serving Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. Michael and Debbie both enjoy contributing to and leading their company, as well as flying their airplanes together often. They are happily married and have three grown daughters, three sons-in-law and six grandchildren. This story will fire you up! For more info and tools for mentoring men; CMN.men

Resilience is a topic I've wanted to explore for a long time on the podcast. After all, how can we continue to work on ourselves if our progress is always getting cut short? So in this week's episode, we're going to explore 6 tips for becoming more resilient in your life. When I started doing the research for today's episode on how to handle sliding back when you've made some progress, something about my search terms brought up a bunch of articles on how to handle sliding while driving on icy roads. I was going to pass these over but then I got a little distracted and a little curious about what the pros have to say about this. Living in New England, knowing how to handle driving on icy roads is a requirement so I thought I should brush up on my knowledge. And, as I read through the article, I realized that all of the tips they suggested applied quite well to sliding back when making progress! So, today's episode is a two-fer! It will teach you about managing both sliding while driving on icy roads and sliding back after making good progress. Once again, Focus Forward to the rescue! Here are some resources related to the episode.How to handle backslides: https://www.scottsfortcollinsauto.com/what-do-you-do-if-your-car-is-sliding-on-ice/Resilience Resources:https://www.apa.org/topics/resiliencehttps://www.child-encyclopedia.com/resilience/according-experts/protective-role-executive-function-skills-high-risk-environmentshttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6403185/https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_hardwire_resilience_into_your_brainJames Clear: https://jamesclear.com/get-back-on-trackEmotional regulation: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/executive-function/Consistency: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9iZTI4OGFjL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz/episode/NDBjMDBiMTUtMzMwMy00OGVjLWI2OWMtMGE3ZjNmNDlmZGI3?ep=14Breaking streaks:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ulterior-motives/202306/how-broken-streaks-sap-motivationContact us!Reach out to us at podcast@beyondbooksmart.comIG/FB/TikTok @beyondbooksmartcoachingTranscript:Before I get started today, I wanted to ask for a favor! If you are listening on Apple Podcasts, could you scroll down to the bottom of the Focus Forward section of the app and give us a rating? Hopefully 5 stars?? Also, if you have any episode topic ideas, please email me at podcast at beyond bookmart.com! I'd love to hear from you. Okay, let's get going.When I started doing the research for today's episode on how to handle sliding back when you've made some progress, something about my search terms brought up a bunch of articles on how to handle sliding while driving on icy roads. I was going to pass these over but then I got a little distracted and a little curious about what the pros have to say about this. Living in the NE, knowing how to handle driving on icy roads is a requirement so I thought I should brush up on my knowledge. And, as I read through the article, I realized that all of the tips they suggested applied quite well to sliding back when making progress! So, today's episode is a two-fer! It will teach you about managing both sliding while driving on icy roads and sliding back after making good progress. Once again, Focus Forward to the rescue! The article I'll refer to throughout the episode is aptly called “What Do You Do If Your Car is Sliding on Ice?” and it was written by someone at Scott's Automotive and Service Centers, Inc with locations throughout Colorado and Arizona. You can find a link to it in the show notes if you want more information or want to read their other well-written and informative articles. Before I dive into the article, I wanted to share some science-y stuff about executive function and resilience, because resilience is basically what I'm exploring today - managing the challenge of sliding back after having made some progress. We need to be resilient to get back on the horse, if you will. Research has shown that there is a direct connection between resilience and executive function skills. It appears that when your executive functioning is strong, your sense of self-efficacy is strengthened, as well. Self-efficacy, as we have talked about before in a couple of other episodes, is the belief that you have the ability to motivate yourself, accomplish tasks, and make decisions.Studies have also shown that adolescents have a better time adjusting to school when they have stronger executive functioning and are more resilient. As a coach, I see this all the time in my college clients. After I've worked with them for a while and they've created some systems that work really well to support their EF skills, I see them being more resilient. They head into difficult times during the school year with more confidence and they come through it having had a better experience. If you'd like to do some reading on resilience and executive function, check out the show notes because I stuck some articles in there that you might find interesting. So, here's another reason to work on building your executive function skills, especially as teenagers and young adults. Okay, so back to icy driving conditions. Scott's Automotive shared six tips for icy driving success in the article. I'll review them all and tie them to some executive functioning strategies that can help us when we feel like we're taking two steps forward and one step back, which by the way, is very normal, just like ice.Tip #1No Brakes!The article reads, “Your first impulse when you feel yourself slipping out of control–literally–is to apply your brakes and stop the vehicle.” You're not supposed to do that, even though you really want to, as it will make your slide worse. This can apply when we feel like we're sliding back or not making progress on our goals. It can be tempting to give up, to put on the brakes and say, “well, apparently I'm just bad at doing this new habit” and decide that we're not qualified to even try to make this positive change. To me, this black and white kind of thinking is a great way to interrupt any progress you were making and make your slide even worse. Practicing dialectical thinking in this situation is a good thing to try. Dialectical thinking allows us to hold two opposing thoughts in our heads at one time and recognize and accept that both can be true. “I overslept again! I should just give up on being a morning person” becomes, “It feels like I'm not making any progress on getting up earlier because I overslept again and I'm willing to keep trying”. This can help us be less rigid in our thinking and allow us to continue to look for alternative tools and strategies to help us reach our goals. Remember that cognitive flexibility from episode 21? Dialectical thinking is a great way to use those cognitive flexibility skills you have been working on developing.Okay, on to Tip #2Turn into the slideThis part of managing icy driving has always boggled my mind, but they're right! The article agrees and says, “This goes against your instincts, but to help when you are sliding, you actually want to turn in the direction of the slide.” When I saw this, it really resonated with me and it kind of goes along with the previous tip. When we're sliding back, changing our viewpoint from seeing it as a failure to seeing it as an opportunity to learn, can make a huge difference. Really lean into it, turn into that perceived “failure”. Embrace it as an opportunity to learn, an opportunity to find something that works better than what we've already been trying. Or, maybe it will just help us find the patience to accept ourselves, even when we're not making the progress we wish we were, with grace and love and compassion. The last lines of this section of the article are just so perfect for this: “Gently maneuver the wheel. Correcting your slide in one direction, will result in the car returning back in the opposite direction before it, ultimately, stabilizes. Expect this rocking back and forth motion and respond with care.” Let's do the same with ourselves and respond with care.Okay, next up, Tip #3Avoid oversteeringAgain, the article comes through with a tip that so perfectly applies to learning how to manage it when we slide back when making progress. It reads, “If you oversteer, you can put the car in a full spin.” I see oversteering as completely overhauling our systems when we feel like we're failing, sliding back, or not making the progress we want to see. There's actually no need to oversteer. Take some time to reflect on the progress you HAVE made and see what tools or strategies DO work for you. See how you can modify those, if needed. Make small, incremental changes instead of major ones. Work at slowly changing your thinking about your progress. I bet you there are wins in there that you're just not seeing. There's no need to throw away that planner if you miss a meeting or give up running just because you missed a couple runs in your 5k training plan. Look at your planner - what did work? How many meetings did you not miss? What strategies can you use to make your planner work better for you? Look at your 5k training plan - what days and times seem to be the easiest for you to go running? What can you do to prevent injury? Are you drinking enough water? When we feel like we're sliding, pausing and taking some time to think, reflect, troubleshoot, and find small wins you might be overlooking is much more effective than overhauling your whole system or oversteering your car.Okay, now for Tip #4Stay calmOh, Scott's Automotive and Service Centers, you know the key to my heart and to our thinking brains. Emotional regulation! The article states, “Staying calm is key. Panic will cause you to oversteer and can result in a more serious slide, spin or accident.” If you have listened to this podcast for a while, you'll have heard me say a million times that we can only fully access our executive function skills when we are calm. When we allow our emotions to take over, it's really, really difficult to think about what to do when we are challenged by something, when we find ourselves sliding back. Staying calm is the key to the resiliency we need to recover from these perceived setbacks. If you haven't yet discovered what strategies help regulate yourself when you're feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, frustrated, scared, or anxious, listen up! Sometimes it's as simple as taking some calming breaths. At BBS we coaches really love 5-finger breathing, where you trace your fingers up and down while breathing in and out. Another breathing strategy that lots of people find helpful is square breathing - you breathe in for four counts, hold for four counts, breathe out for four and then hold again for four and then repeat this cycle as long as you can. But you don't even have to get fancy like this - just taking some slow, controlled breaths can really make a difference. I've heard lots of people say that breathing is just not for them. I'd like to push back a little on that and say that breathing is actually for everyone - it's literally keeping you alive right now! Just give one of these breathing exercises a shot! You might be surprised at how helpful it can be.Practicing healthy, supportive self-talk is another tip for staying calm. When I'm out running and I'm struggling, I always tell myself “Hannah, you can do this”. If you listened to episode 1 about managing failure, you may remember me talking about this strategy. Speaking kindly to ourselves with supportive words during times of stress can really help regulate our emotions. So, whether you're sliding on ice or just sliding back from making progress, try motivating yourself with a little supportive self-talk.Mindfulness is another great strategy for managing our emotions. Learning how to pay attention to our bodies and how they're feeling, bringing our focus back to what we're doing, and noticing small things around us can all help with emotional regulation - and tricky winter driving! There are a ton of different approaches to mindfulness, including stopping to pay attention to something we normally just do without thinking or sitting for a 10-minute meditation session. However you approach mindfulness is up to you - research shows that it really and truly does positively impact our emotional regulation.In order for these strategies to be really effective when we need them, we have to practice them. If you listened to episode 26 with Dr. Alison Roy, you might remember me saying that I started practicing square breathing while I'm driving. Hopefully it'll come in handy this winter when I'm navigating some icy roads.Next up, Tip #5Prevent sliding by reducing your speedIf road conditions are poor, we should all be driving more slowly to begin with. The article explains ”If the roads are icy, or covered in snow, it is important to slow your vehicle. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration advises that you reduce your speed by 1/3 on wet roads and by 1/2 (or more) on snow-packed roads.” This is such great advice for changing habits, too. The process of building or breaking habits is not easy or fast. There are no quick fixes. There's no magic wand. Barreling into trying to make change with the expectation that you'll somehow, miraculously become perfect instantly is unreasonable and is sure to set you up for disappointment. We are human, We are not perfect. Slow down, take small steps, give yourself some grace and some time. Look in the rearview mirror and see what's worked for you and what hasn't. Strive for excellence, not perfection. And last, and certainly not least, Tip #6Call for an Auto Check-upScott's Automotive says “Another way to stay safe during inclement weather conditions is to ensure that your car is prepared for the weather.” This is true for our minds and bodies, as well. When we are healthy and taken care of, it is easier to manage sliding back. Prioritizing self-care is critical. Just as you make sure your cars' tires have enough tread and your brakes are not worn out, we need to make sure that we are eating well, sleeping well, and moving our bodies. Going to the doctor regularly and making sure you're doing what you can to stay healthy is critical for success, especially when you're challenged by tricky stuff. It is much easier to access the executive function skills we need to be resilient when our bodies are happy. Part of this last tip involves asking for help. I don't know about you, but there's not much I understand about fixing cars, so I need to ask the mechanic for help. In fact, as I write this, our car is in the shop for new brakes. If you need help with your executive function skills, ask for it! It can be scary to say I need help, but giving ourselves permission to do that can lead to growth far beyond anything we ever thought possible. Asking for help does not mean you are weak, or ignorant, or anything like that. It actually means you are smart and confident. I have had so many clients say to me, “I was so afraid to admit I needed help” or “I was afraid to share my struggles” but as soon as they did, they felt a great weight off their shoulders and were able to start moving towards finding solutions to their challenges. And, let me tell you, as much as I'm preaching this right now, I, too, find it very difficult to ask for help. But, I take a deep breath and do it, because I'm worth it. Well, there you go! If you live in the north, you've had a refresh on how to handle sliding on ice and if you live in the south, you've had a chance to be glad you don't live where it snows. And hopefully you've all learned some tips for handling sliding back while working towards your goals. Before I go, I wanted to share some advice that some of my fellow coaches shared on this topic. Denise McMahon shared that she uses backslides as an opportunity to have her clients consider questions like:Am I facing any new or unforeseen barriers?Have I really slid backward or am I expecting myself to be perfect?Do I need to tweak my tools and strategies to gain some momentum again?Am I shaming myself or creating negative stories that are preventing me from taking the next step?What's one small thing I can say yes to?Can I introduce novelty to respark my interest?And, Tina Conte shared a great quote from author, Robert Brault:...taking a step backwardafter taking a step forward is not a disaster, it's a cha-cha.”And that's our show for today. Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to listen. Be sure to check out the show notes for further reading. Please share our podcast with your friends, family, and colleagues. We appreciate it so much! You can reach out to me at podcast@beyondbooksmart.com. I would love to hear from you. 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In this episode of Psychedelics Weekly, Joe and temporary-Colorado-resident Kyle once again record in-person, discussing how psychedelics could change business, the drug war and safe supply, and more.  They cover:  -a Rolling Stone profile on David Bronner, who makes the case for multi-stakeholder capitalism; where businesses are accountable to their workers, customers, the environment, and surrounding Indigenous communities instead of just investors – an idea more people would likely align with after a psychedelic experience;  -The first psilocybin service center in Oregon (EPIC Healing Eugene) finally receiving their license via the Oregon Health Authority; -A man who saw his color blindness improve for four months after a 5g mushroom experience; -Delaware officially legalizing recreational cannabis;  -The opening of 'The Drugs Store' in Vancouver, British Columbia: a mobile store selling drugs illegally as a response to the opioid epidemic and constant influx of untested and laced drugs – the "inevitable result of the government doing nothing" towards offering a safe supply;  -and a survey from the CDC showing that cannabis use among teenagers has declined since legal dispensaries began opening, disproving one of the most common prohibitionist arguments that legalization would only increase use.  And of course, these topics bring on a lot of conversation: how businesses need to be more reflective on how they're operating; concern over if too much regulation is nerfing the world; the human cost of the drug war and the ever-escalating amount of ODs and drug poisoning cases; HPPD and the need for research around psychedelics and vision/perception; why we will always need both clinical access and the recreational underground, and more. www.psychedelicstoday.com