Podcasts about Serving

Ten years ago, when Kelly's dad Greenie was nearing the end of his life, she stumbled onto a question that quietly reorganized the way she has moved through almost every interaction since. It's just a single question — which when asked early enough — and honestly enough — can change everything about how you show up for the people you love. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are once more honored to have Louis Caras as our special guest. Louis, the co-author of a Pipe Hitters Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns will offer his thoughts about choosing an optic for your handgun and what you should be looking for during our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. During Coffee Corner brought to you by www.studentofthegun.com/blackout coffee, Louis and Paul will consider the new book and we have so great news to share with you all regarding a product that we once thought was gone.  For our SOTG Homeroom from www.SOTGU.com Paul and Louis will discuss the "quick draw" negligent shooting involving the Pasadena CA Police Department as well as other similar incidents. How does such a thing happen when trained professionals are involved? TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee Louis Caras joins the show today! www.lcar-concepts.com EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com TOPIC: Small things on optics that might matter: Button placement, Adjustment screws, etc. Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20] TOPIC: Go by the PH Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns https://amzn.to/44oxpeh SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University TOPIC: Quick Draw, Fast Draw; Where did shooters learn to do that?  www.thetacticalwire.com

In this episode, we discuss the dangers of running your business on an empty tank and share the first five actionable strategies from our top 27 list to help you recharge your physical and mental energy so you can serve your family, crew, and customers from a place of true abundance.

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In this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast, Adam sits down with BOS member Mike Rossetti. Mike is an accomplished skill trainer and basketball skill training business owner. The private sector sports training business is very similar to private sector health and fitness. Mike breaks down all the components that led him to becoming a 7 figure business owner. Early background and basketball beginnings Early greenlights he experience to confirm this is what he should be doing What are Mike's non negotiables in business Why serving others is the #1 thing that matters. Mike's view on business and where the industry is headed Our last event of the year…The Strongest Year Retreat is in Park City Utah this year at the Olympic Training Center. You can learn more here: https://bosretreat.com/ 

In this episode of the 4:16 Ministries Interview Series, Wayne sits down with Anthony Dismuke, preacher for the Eastern Meadows Church of Christ in Montgomery, Alabama. Anthony shares his journey into preaching, the influence of growing up in a preaching family, his unique experience attending the Memphis School of Preaching during the COVID pandemic, and the blessings of serving congregations in New Orleans and now Montgomery.Visit our linktree: https://linktr.ee/scatteredabroadnetwork Visit our website, www.scatteredabroad.org, and subscribe to our email list. "Like" and "share" our Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/sapodcastnetwork Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ the_scattered_abroad_network/ Subscribe to our Substack: https://scatteredabroad.substack.com/Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Scattered Abroad Network Contact us through email at san@msop.org. If you would like to consider supporting us in any way, don't hesitate to contact us through this email.

In this message, Pastor Sam Picken from C3 Assembly in Toronto unpacks a robust, biblical vision of discipleship and equipping in the local church, drawing primarily from Ephesians 4 and the “net‑mending” call on every believer.Built around Ephesians 4:11–16, this sermon explores how Christ gives apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers “to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up… attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.” Pastor Sam clarifies that:Christians are born again in a moment (John 3:3–7; 2 Corinthians 5:17), fully righteous in Christ (Romans 3:21–26),But disciples are made over time, moving from spiritual infancy to maturity (Hebrews 5:12–14; 1 Corinthians 3:1–3).Using the language of Ephesians 4:14, he contrasts mature disciples with “infants, tossed back and forth by the waves” of culture, ideology, and deceitful schemes (John 10:10; Colossians 2:8). The message calls believers to resist a me‑centered, consumer Christianity (Luke 9:23–25; Mark 8:34–36) and embrace a life of surrender, holiness, and mission.Pastor Sam lays out a holistic view of discipleship that includes:Personal devotion and prayer (Matthew 6:5–13; Acts 2:42)Weekend services and corporate worship (Hebrews 10:24–25; Psalm 122:1)Godly friendships and groups (Proverbs 13:20; Acts 2:46–47)Serving on teams and submitting to leadership (Mark 10:43–45; Hebrews 13:17; 1 Peter 4:10)Drawing on the Greek word for “equip” (katartismos) in Ephesians 4:12, he illustrates discipleship as mending, repairing, and strengthening nets—restoring people to purpose (Matthew 4:18–22), arranging their lives according to God's design (Romans 12:1–2), and helping them become “useful to the Master” (2 Timothy 2:20–21).Throughout the sermon you'll hear:A prophetic encouragement for a young couple to step into calling and strict training (1 Corinthians 9:24–27)A challenge to shift priorities—finances, time, and relationships—toward the kingdom (Matthew 6:19–24, 33; 2 Corinthians 9:6–8)A call for every believer to move from only receiving to also pouring out (John 7:37–38; Acts 20:35)Anchored in John 6:35, Jesus as the “bread of life,” Pastor Sam describes discipleship as one beggar showing another beggar where to find bread. Every conversation, text, coffee, and small group becomes an act of sharing that bread and mending the net so others can step into fullness of life in Christ (John 10:10; Colossians 1:28–29).The message closes with Romans 15:13, praying that the God of hope would fill believers “with all joy and peace as you trust in him,” so they overflow with confident hope through the Holy Spirit—and join God's work of equipping everyone to equip everyone.

In this episode of Million Dollar Flip Flops, Rodric sits down with sales trainer, coach, and Heart-Driven Selling creator Marc Von Musser for a powerful conversation about sales, authenticity, human connection, and why the old-school pressure-based model no longer works.Marc shares his journey from selling as a kid to becoming Director of Coaching and Sales Training for Tony Robbins, helping scale major coaching companies, and training thousands of businesses to sell from the heart instead of from manipulation.The conversation dives into buyer psychology, why people shift from heart to head when money enters the conversation, how unresolved fear blocks sales activity, and why authenticity is the highest-frequency way to lead, sell, and serve.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy old-school pressure sales no longer workWhat Heart-Driven Selling meansHow to sell as an advocate instead of a closerWhy buyers retreat into fear when money comes upHow to keep a sales conversation connected to the heartWhy some people do not actually want to solve their problemHow trauma and fear block sales activityWhy AI cannot replace authentic human connectionHighlights & Timestamps[00:00] Authenticity as the highest frequency Marc opens with a powerful statement about authenticity and human energy.[01:00] Meet Marc Von Musser Marc shares his background in sales, martial arts, military service, Tony Robbins, and coaching.[02:00] Selling from the heart Rodric and Marc discuss why true sales must come from belief, service, and heart.[03:00] Why traditional sales stopped working Marc explains how buyer defenses evolved and why old sales scripts trigger distrust.[04:00] Salesperson vs. advocate Marc breaks down the difference between being perceived as slimy and being seen as a champion.[05:00] The heart-to-head shift Marc explains what happens when a prospect feels the solution emotionally, then panics when money enters the conversation.[07:00] Solving pain instead of selling features Marc explains why focusing on pain, consequences, and relevance is more powerful than listing features and benefits.[09:00] Asking for money without breaking trust Marc shares how to present the offer while staying connected to the client's real problem.[10:00] Not everyone wants to be helped Marc and Rodric talk about people who stay stuck because victimhood has become part of their identity.[12:00] Sales as self-development Marc explains why sales reveals every fear, wound, ego glitch, and limiting belief.[14:00] Teaching kids the power of no Rodric shares how SASLA students learn rejection, resilience, and the value of every “no.”[16:00] Heal and Grow Rich Marc shares details about his upcoming event focused on healing the internal blocks that stop people from selling.[20:00] AI and human connection Marc answers Daria's question about how humans and AI agents can collaborate without losing authenticity.[23:00] High tech vs. high touch Rodric and Marc discuss why personal video, voice notes, real art, and human energy matter more in an AI world.[27:00] Authenticity beats beige content They discuss why AI often pulls people toward average messaging instead of bold, authentic leadership.[32:00] Leading with integrity Marc closes with a challenge to serve clients the way you would want to be served.Notable Quotes“You want authenticity. It is the highest form of frequency a human can emit.” – Marc Von Musser “Quit selling and start enrolling people in something that is good for them.” – Marc Von Musser “When you try to close people, you trigger the same pathway in the brain that fired when they were lied to.” – Marc Von Musser “You cannot serve in name only.” – Marc Von Musser “Sales is the ultimate self-help platform.” – Marc Von Musser “In a world of high tech, high touch rules.” – Marc Von MusserConnect with Marc Von Musser

Episode 244 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything!This week we are joined by the Founder of C3 – Central Coast Creative, Founder of Eagle Eye Experience, Partner of The Hitlab, Music Producer & Professional Touring Musician, Antjuan Robinson!Episode in a Glance:In this episode of The Hitstreak, I get to sit down with my partner Antjuan Robinson, and the heart of our conversation is the partnership the two of us have built and where we're taking it. We open up about how we came together, what each of us brings to the table, and why the right partnership can multiply what either of us could do alone. Along the way we share a few laughs over 90s TV shows like Family Matters and how they shaped our early sense of family, but the through-line is the trust, mentorship, and shared vision that make a partnership work. Antjuan and I dig into the lessons that brought us here — the value of faith and resilience, the grit it takes to overcome challenges, and the things music and touring taught Antjuan about entrepreneurship. We talk about the intersection of faith and business: the biblical perspective on multiplying talents, the importance of trust and integrity between partners, and why authenticity is what truly attracts the right people. We get into serving others without expectation, why I believe every opportunity is an audition, and the necessity of intentional presentation.Finally, we turn to fatherhood, legacy, and leading by example — building confidence in our kids, navigating the challenges of parenting, and the role media and technology play in shaping the future. Through all of it, we keep coming back to the same idea: that great partnerships, like great leadership, are built on stewardship, excellence, and a willingness to prepare for greatness together.Key Points:• Great partnerships multiply what either person could accomplish alone.• Building genuine relationships is crucial in both personal and professional life.• Trust and integrity are the foundation of every strong business relationship.• Faith and resilience are what carry you through life's challenges.• Music and touring provide unique lessons in entrepreneurship.• Listening is a valuable skill that can open doors and create opportunities.• God expects us to multiply the talents and resources we've been given.• Authenticity and belief in oneself attract the right people.• Serving others without expectation can lead to unexpected opportunities.• Every interaction is an audition for future opportunities.• A man's gift will make room for him.• Confidence and stability are crucial for effective leadership.• Fatherhood and legacy come down to leading by example.• Preparing for greatness means nurturing the strengths you already have.About our guest:Antjuan Robinson is a creative entrepreneur, music producer, and professional touring musician whose work spans music, media, and brand storytelling. Born in Anderson, Indiana in 1986 and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he grew up in a single-parent home and was shaped by mentors in music, business, family, and faith, turning that foundation into a career built on creating and revealing value in people and ideas. Antjuan is the founder of C3, Central Coast Creative, and the founder of Eagle Eye Experience, bringing a producer's eye for detail and a builder's instinct for opportunity to every project. He launched his first company, Kontractors Music Group, in 2012, and is also a partner of The Hitlab, the Nashville-based creative studio specializing in the creation, marketing, and promotion of podcasts and serial content. As a professional touring musician, Antjuan has shared the stage and studio with artists and groups including Wayman Tisdale, Stars Go Dim, We Are Messengers, and Casting Crowns. He has also lent his talents to building churches such as Transformation Church in Oklahoma and One City Church in Tennessee, and he carries that same heart for stewardship, excellence, and legacy into his businesses. When he's not in the studio or on stage, you'll find Antjuan in Nashville with his wife Kaila, whom he married in 2012, raising their three children and pouring into the next generation. He remains passionate about faith, family, and helping creators and brands tell stories that resonate and last.Follow and contact:Instagram: @antjuaniameagleyexperience.comcentralcoastcreatives.compodexe.comhitlabstudio.comSubscribe to Nick's top-rated podcast The Hitstreak on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/NickHiterFollow and Rate us on Spotify: https://spotify.com/NickHiterFollow and Rate us on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/NickHiterFollow and Rate us on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/NickHiter

How do everyday residents guide how our community grows and thrives? Joanna Reese shares her experience serving on a local board and how you can join a board or commission, too.Episode Resources:Official Website for the Greenville County Redevelopment AuthorityGreenville County Boards and Commissions Vacancies and ApplicationsGreenville Housing Fund Initiatives and DataHUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program OverviewSimple Civics:Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good GreenvilleGet in touchSupport Simple Civics with a tax-deductible contributionSign up for the Simple Civics newsletter.View our entire catalogueSimple Civics: Greenville County is produced by Podcast Studio X.

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"Serving The Lord With Gratitude" by Mission Ebenezer Family Church

Some places serve food while others serve memories. For four decades, Donatello's has been both a culinary landmark and a living room for Tampa, where generations gather, celebrate, and feel at home. In this episode, Gino Tiozzo shares the story behind one of the city's most beloved restaurants that is built on tradition, shaped by resilience, and sustained by heart. From a last minute $50,000 loan that opened the doors to navigating recessions, a pandemic, and a rapidly evolving dining scene, Gino reflects on what it really takes to endure. But this isn't just about business – it's about legacy. Gino opens up about stepping into his father's shoes, earning the trust of decade's long staff, and carrying forward a culture where hospitality isn't taught – it's lived. He shares powerful lessons on humility, servant leadership, and why every guest who walks in the door still matters just as much as the first. With unforgettable stories from Stanley Cup celebrations to surprise visits from legends, Gino and Owen share their deep love for the Tampa community and pay tribute to the relationships that define a city. Because at Donatello's, it's never just dinner – it's belonging.   WATCH NEXT: TOM CHABY: FROM SEAL LEADERSHIP TO PEAK PERFORMANCE https://youtu.be/V6Az8N8EnRg?si=cC8cZQ2y2z0iCcy5 SUBSCRIBE: https://youtube.com/@themoneymarketpodcast?si=FmEkdfmwb3KeQ2C1   Follow The "Money" Market Podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6e7E0DaJZQkuw339G7nGI4?si=27d047641a1d4b17 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-market-podcast/id1733948143 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneymarketpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneymarketpodcast Website: https://moneymarketpodcast.com   The Bank of Tampa | Member FDIC

Mark 10:32-45 Big Idea: Jesus paid His life as a ransom so that His disciples would not seek to attain a high status, but rather give themselves in lowly service. Main Points: 3 Passion Predictions: What Did Christ Accomplish on the Cross?PenalSubstitutionaryAtonement

For their collaborative spirit, professionalism and skill, Ocala Fire Rescue and 97.3 The SKY are proud to salute Firefighter-Paramedic Ross Gauthier, Firefighter-EMT John Pohl, Captain-Paramedic Joe Talley, Fire Equipment Operator-Paramedic Jerry Tafoya, and Firefighter-EMT Ryan Toms

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Reverend James Stacey, Minister of Unity South Twin Cities in Bloomington, joins Freddie Bell for the Community Builders Series to discuss the power of community building through service, compassion, and shared purpose. Drawing on decades of experience in ministry and nonprofit leadership, Rev. Stacey shares how the simple question, "How can we help?" has guided his congregation's work and strengthened relationships across communities. He reflects on how Unity South supported a neighboring Hispanic/Latino congregation during and after the ICE surge, providing financial assistance and encouragement to families facing fear, housing instability, and uncertainty. The conversation highlights the importance of showing up for one another, building bridges across cultures, and creating communities where people feel seen, honored, and respected.

Mass Readings for 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time - June 21, 2026 Reading 1, Jeremiah 20:10-13 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 69:8-10, 14, 17, 33-35 Reading 2, Romans 5:12-15 Gospel, Matthew 10:26-33

This church podcast message powerfully centers on FAITH, FATHERHOOD, DISCIPLESHIP, and SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP, calling believers—especially fathers—to embrace their DIVINE ASSIGNMENT to lead their families in a way that POINTS CHILDREN TO JESUS CHRIST. It emphasizes that true fatherhood goes beyond provision and success, focusing instead on LOVE, GUIDANCE, CORRECTION, and being a GODLY EXAMPLE through daily actions. Fathers are encouraged to be VULNERABLE, to say “I LOVE YOU,” to admit “I WAS WRONG,” and to walk in HUMILITY and REPENTANCE, true strength is not emotional distance but a CHRIST-CENTERED LIFE. The message reinforces that children learn more from what we DO than what we SAY, highlighting the importance of modeling OBEDIENCE, HOLINESS, and a genuine RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD. At the heart of the church's mission is REACHING THE LOST, RESTORING THE BROKEN, and REVIVING BELIEVERS, which begins in the home through intentional DISCIPLESHIP and building a strong SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION. Families are called to establish FAMILY DEVOTIONS and a FAMILY ALTAR, creating a sacred space where PRAYER, WORSHIP, and the WORD OF GOD shape the hearts of the next generation. This intentional dedication fosters a place of GOD'S PRESENCE, PEACE, PROTECTION, and PURPOSE, preparing children to stand firm in a fallen world and follow GOD'S CALLING wherever He leads. The message also underscores the importance of DEDICATION TO JESUS CHRIST above all else, reminding believers that faith must be lived out with PURPOSE, PASSION, and SACRIFICE. Serving in God's house is not just a duty but an act of WORSHIP, done wholeheartedly as unto the Lord, recognizing that every act of service contributes to advancing the KINGDOM OF GOD. Through PERSONAL DEVOTION, fathers receive the strength, WISDOM, and ANOINTING needed to lead effectively, as their authority flows from their intimate relationship with their HEAVENLY FATHER. Ultimately, this message is a call to ACTION—encouraging believers that it is NEVER TOO LATE to change, to STEP UP, and to build or rebuild a LEGACY OF FAITH. By choosing OBEDIENCE, CONSISTENCY, and SPIRITUAL INTENTIONALITY, families can create a lasting SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE marked by FAITH, COURAGE, REPENTANCE, and GENERATIONAL IMPACT, ensuring that the truth of God is passed down and that future generations are equipped to LIVE FOR CHRIST and GLORIFY GOD in all they do.

RIFE STEWART - Sunday, June 21, 2026

The members of a church can help meet the needs of one another. They can help meet the needs of other churches or of Christians in other countries. Serving others is another way to worship God. This session will lead kids to think about ways they could serve or help other Christians this week.

Alvin and German conduct a great conversation with Chaplain (Lt Col), retired FDNY firefighter, ordained chaplain, and nationally recognized leader in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), , Van Don Williams '77. Van Don has dedicated his life to serving others through emergency response, spiritual care, crisis intervention, and leadership. He began his career with the New York City Fire Department, where he served for more than 20 years as an Emergency First Responder and Battalion Firefighter. After Colgate he earned a Master of Science degree in Fire Protection Management from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, becoming the first active-duty African American firefighter in FDNY history to attain that degree. His experience responding to disasters fueled a passion for Critical Incident Stress Management, a commitment that deepened after surviving the collapse of World Trade Center Tower One during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. In the aftermath of that tragedy, Van Don used his chaplain training to help fellow firefighters and first responders navigate grief, trauma, and healing. Following his retirement, Van Don continued his work in crisis response and mental health support. He currently serves as Deputy Chief of Chaplains for the United States Air Force Civil Air Patrol, holding the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. During his more than 30 years of service with Civil Air Patrol, he has served at the squadron, group, wing, region, and national levels, while also developing and implementing Critical Incident Stress Management programs throughout the organization. At Colgate, Van Don earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Anthropology. He later earned a Master of Divinity and continued a lifelong commitment to leadership, service, and helping others heal in times of crisis.

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes' exciting local radio program, Heart of the Athlete, airs Saturdays at 9:30 am MST on 94.5 FM and 790 AM Boise's Solid Talk. The show is hosted by local FCA Director, Ken Lewis. This program is a great opportunity to listen to local athletes and coaches share their lives, combining sports with their faith in Jesus Christ each week!Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.NNU Box 3359623 S University BlvdNampa, ID 83686United States(208) 697-1051klewis@fca.orghttps://www.fcaidaho.org/Podcast Website: https://www.790kspd.com/podcast-heart-of-the-athlete/

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a clear, structured summary of the Dr. Pierre Johnson interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

We talk to comic book artist Luigi Formisano to discuss his comic book NIGHTS, being a working comic book artist, and his movie recommendations. #professionallyunprofessional ►Follow Luigi: https://www.instagram.com/luigiformisanogram/ ►Follow Nights: https://www.instagram.com/nightscomicbook/ ►YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheWafflePress ►SoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/9Nm2P ►Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ZCIAiVxOohf2g57BgbkMw?si=7026f78cd0104971 ►iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-new-christmas-movies-songs-characters-and/id1265467358?i=1000638948416 ►Gene: https://twitter.com/gene9892 ►The Waffle Press: https://twitter.com/TheWafflePress ►Check out FilmCred! https://film-cred.com/

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What begins as faithful service can quickly turn into offense, entitlement, and the desire for more. Through the story of Gehazi, we see the tension between serving with humility and allowing our hearts to drift toward recognition, control, and personal gain.This message explores the discomfort of obedience, the importance of giving grace to one another, and why we must trust God with the outcome while remaining faithful to what He has called us to do. The miracle is never about us, it is always about the Master.

Before he founded Render, Anurag Goel was the fifth engineer at Stripe, where he watched roughly a fifth of the engineering team disappear into managing AWS, writing brittle, repetitive, error-prone infrastructure scripts that had nothing to do with the actual product. That experience became the seed for Render: a platform that automates away the undifferentiated DevOps work and lets application teams ship without standing up their own cloud team. Today, millions of developers build on it, and Render has raised over $260M from Bessemer and General Catalyst. In this episode, Tobi and Anurag get into what's actually changing as AI moves from hype to production. Anurag makes the case that agents are simply a new kind of application, long-running, stateful, tool-heavy, and a new kind of end user you have to design for. He explains why Render deliberately refuses the "AI cloud" label, what he's building with Workflows and sandboxes, and why the hardest part of shipping agents isn't building them but seeing inside them. The conversation also goes wide: how to hire executives when interviews lie, why short-lived keys and blast-radius thinking matter more than container escapes, how distribution is shifting from SEO to getting ChatGPT and Claude to recommend you, and why, despite all the "SaaS is dead" noise, specialization isn't going anywhere. Topics covered: Why ~20% of Stripe's engineers were stuck managing AWS and how that became Render "We're not the AI cloud, we're the application cloud," and why the distinction matters Agents, as a new type of application (and a new end user), you have to build for Render Workflows and sandboxes: the consolidated AI runtime Hiring executives when interviews are an imperfect signal Security as blast-radius management: short-lived keys over "admin forever" The shift from SEO to GEO, getting chatbots to recommend your product Why SaaS isn't dying, and specialization still wins

In this episode, we see that John the Baptist simply receives the role he has been given byGod and finds joy in being the one who prepares the way for Christ!

Most people don't think of themselves as creative. Ian Wang thinks that's about to change. As VP & Head of Product for Adobe Express, Ian sits at the intersection of creativity, business strategy, product development, and AI. In this conversation with Liam Lawson, he explains why everyone is creative, how AI can help people communicate ideas more effectively, and why the future of creative work will be more conversational, accessible, and collaborative than ever before. Ian also shares Adobe's vision for a fully conversational creation experience, why enterprise AI requires more than just powerful models, and how Adobe is building tools that help millions of people move from idea to execution faster. Key Topics Covered: Why Adobe believes everyone is creative The mission behind Adobe Express and "Creativity for All" How AI is helping people communicate ideas more effectively Why most people still use AI in fragmented workflows The "aha moment" Adobe hopes users experience with AI What makes Adobe Express different from other creation tools Why enterprise AI needs context, governance, and brand knowledge Adobe's vision for a fully conversational creative workflow How AI can eliminate the blank canvas problem Why the future of work will combine human creativity with AI assistance The importance of balancing conversation, editing, and human control How Ian combines design, technology, and business thinking Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Ian's journey from designer to Adobe executive 02:00 Combining creativity, business, and technology 05:45 What "Creativity for All" actually means 07:44 What Adobe Express is and who it's for 10:00 The AI "aha moment" Adobe is building toward 12:15 Why context matters more than models 14:00 Serving everyone from consumers to Fortune 500 companies 16:05 Adobe's upcoming conversational AI experience 18:00 Why the future isn't prompt-only workflows 19:40 The skills that matter most in an AI-powered world 22:10 Why Ian loves building creative products Connect with Ian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianwang/ Partner Links: Upgrade your AI toolkit: https://www.theaireport.ai/ai-executive-pass Subscribe to our free newsletter: https://newsletter.theaireport.ai/subscribe Join the community: www.theaireport.ai/leaders-launch-guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben and Ross discuss recent developments in RG2, including the letter to season-ticket holders from Rob Couhig and the re-signing of Andy Rinomhota to bolster Reading's midfield. In a special middle segment, Ross interviews Rick Catania and Alec Lundberg about the recent news that Reading Women are moving back under the official club umbrella. Serving as co-managing partners of the new chapter of the women's team, Rick and Alec give insight on the process that brought the team back to Reading.  And as always, there's time for a World Cup wander, with one-word reviews on the docket. Thank you to The Amazons for providing the theme song Thank you to Siren Brewing - Get 10% off your next Siren order. Use code TILEHURST10 at the checkout on a minimum spend of £30.  Follow The Tilehurst End on Twitter @thetilehurstend  Follow Ross on Bluesky @webberross.bsky.social Follow Ben on Twitter @mrblthomas

The Hidden Cost of Serving Everyone Ep. 96 What if the biggest obstacle to growth isn’t finding new clients, but trying to serve everyone the same way? With Duncan MacPherson away this week, Pareto coaches Jason Westover and Mike “Cy” Cajthaml Jr. take the mic for a practical conversation on one of the most common challenges facing financial advisors today: overwhelm. Drawing on their experience coaching advisory teams across North America, they explore how poor time allocation, unclear priorities, and ineffective client segmentation can quietly limit growth, profitability, and client experience. Together, they discuss why top-performing firms are becoming more intentional about who they serve, how they allocate their time, and the systems they build to create exceptional client experiences at scale. The conversation also examines referral generation, leveraging AI for efficiency, and why building a business that is attractive to future buyers starts with getting the fundamentals right today. Key highlights include: Why so many successful advisors still feel overwhelmed How client segmentation impacts profitability and growth The hidden cost of delivering the same service to every client Creating memorable client experiences that drive referrals Using AI and systems to create efficiency and scale Why buyers want a business, not a job Whether you’re looking to create more capacity, strengthen client relationships, or increase the enterprise value of your practice, this episode offers practical strategies you can implement immediately. Tune in for an insightful discussion on building a more focused, scalable, and valuable advisory business. Promotions: Pareto Systems: Turnkey Advisor Membership Toolkit CRM by Pareto Systems: toolkitcrm.com Connect With Duncan MacPherson: Website: ParetoSystems.com Toll Free: 1.866.593.8020 Learn More: Schedule a Call LinkedIn: Duncan MacPherson Connect With Jason Westover: LinkedIn: Jason Westover Website: paretosystems.com/coaches/coach-jason-westover Connect With Mike “Cy” Cajthaml Jr.: LinkedIn: Mike “Cy” Cajthaml Jr. Website: www.paretosystems.com/coaches/coach-mike-cy-cajthaml-jr About Our Guests: Jason Westover has spent over 20 years helping financial advisors, sales teams, and wholesalers perform at their best. After discovering Pareto Systems 15 years ago, he became one of its strongest advocates, using its proven coaching methods to help top performers elevate their businesses. Today he’s also leading conversations on how AI tools can transform advisor effectiveness and client outcomes across the industry. Jason lives near Kansas City with his wife and three children. Outside of work he’s a competition BBQ cook and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor. Mike “Cy” Cajthaml Jr. brings 17 years of financial services experience to his role as a Pareto coach. His background spans insurance marketing, nationwide advisor consulting, and working alongside his father as a financial advisor in Overland Park, KS. That blend of wholesale and retail experience gives Mike a unique perspective in helping advisory firms integrate the Pareto Process and build toward their ideal practice. Mike lives in Overland Park with his wife Ashley and their two sons, Cameron and Carson. Outside of work he enjoys golf, a good cigar, and cheering on the Chicago Bears.  

Who is Maria?Maria Dolores: A Life Guided by Seven PrinciplesMaria Dolores's journey is deeply anchored in her belief in seven guiding principles. From an early age, she embraced the right to her body, her emotions, and her thoughts, cherishing both the freedom and the responsibility that come with caring for her physical and mental well-being. As she matured, Maria expanded her focus to the importance of personal power, communication, and the essence of life itself. She believes every person deserves the right to express themselves—whether through speech or creativity—while maintaining accountability for their actions and words.Maria's story is one of balancing self-awareness with compassion for others, always striving to act with dignity and listen with an open heart, embodying the fundamental human needs of both the individual and the collective.Key Takeaways* Maria Dolores shares the Human Constitution—7 principles for rights and responsibilities—drawing from global values and encouraging maturity, dignity, and collaboration in every aspect of life and work.* Leaders, business owners, and individuals: caring for physical and mental health isn't just personal, it's foundational for thriving teams. Maria reminds us, maturity starts with self-awareness and responsibility.* Our experiences, from grief to joy, shape how we connect and broaden perspectives. Maria believes embracing discomfort and lessons is key to growing as individuals and humanity as a whole.* The Human Constitution isn't top-down or political—it's an invitation to reflect on our rights and responsibilities. Change begins within, and our ideas can change the world.* Dignity means wearing your crown and honoring others' crowns, too. Maria's life and work remind us: we all have birthrights, but true maturity comes when we care for ourselves and each other with integrity.00:00 “Maria Dolores: Five Questions Chat”04:18 Human Constitution: Rights and Responsibilities09:28 “Striving for Human Maturity”11:25 “Human Evolution and Technology's Role”15:07 Lessons in Discomfort and Growth20:31 “Rights, Responsibilities, and Life's Journey”24:38 “Living and Serving with Dignity”27:52 “Maria's Insights & Subscription Info”29:27 Grateful AcknowledgmentDon't forget: If you want to connect, ask questions, or get notified about upcoming guests like Maria subscribe to the newsletter here. You only need your first name and email—easy as (coffee) pie!And don't forget: keep an eye out for next guest. To submit your own questions, subscribe to our newsletter and join the conversation!P.S. Loved this episode? 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Leave a nice five-star review at apple podcasts : https://link.thecompleteapproach.co.uk/apple-podcasts and on YouTube : https://link.thecompleteapproach.co.uk/Itsnotrocketscienceatyt!Do You Need a P.A.T.H. to Scale?We help established business owners with small but growing teams:go from feeling stuck, sceptical, and tired of wasting time and money on false promises,to running a confident, purpose-driven business where their team delivers results, customers are happy, and they can finally enjoy more time with their family -with a results-based refund guarantee: if you follow the process and it doesn't work, we refund what you paid.This is THE P.A.T.H. to scale your business.————————————————————————————————————————————-TranscriptNote, this was transcribed using transcription software and may not reflect the exact words used in the podcast.SUMMARY KEYWORDSHuman Contract Foundation, Human Constitution, Universal Human Rights, birthrights, rights and responsibilities, dignity, maturity, global goals, civil courage, moral courage, collective rights, collective responsibilities, physical health, mental health, leadership, human resources, burnout, emotional health, personal power, communication, freedom of speech, freedom of creativity, empathy, self-worth, integrity, cultural diversity, global village, technology, collaboration, community change, slavery statisticsSPEAKERMaria Dolores, Stuart WebbStuart Webb [00:00:33]:Hi and welcome back to 5 Questions Over Coffee. I have in front of me my coffee mug. I know Maria, our guest today, has her coffee in front of her as well. So welcome to Maria Dolores. Maria is a global speaker, uh, she is a— the founder of the Human Contract Foundation, and we're going to get into what the Human Contract Foundation is She's the author of The Human Constitution, which I think is a really interesting and great document, and there will be links to that in the show notes so that you can access that and read it. And she was Ambassador for World Peace— that was, she was honored with that in 2023. And also only last year was given an honorary doctorate in humane letters, which I think is a brilliant achievement. So Maria, thank you for spending a few minutes with us and making some time in what I think must be a very, very busy life for you to come and spend a few minutes talking to us here at Five Questions Over Coffee.Maria Dolores [00:01:33]:Thank you, thank you, Stuart. I'm so happy to be here with you in the audience and to share about the Human Contract, the Human Constitution, and our rights and responsibilities. Thank you, thank you.Stuart Webb [00:01:47]:And we're really looking forward to hearing it. So, so tell me a little bit about— and we'll get into a little bit about the, the history behind it, but Who is it that you think— I mean, we're all human beings, we all have rights, but who is it you're trying to reach most at the moment with this contract, with the foundation that you're working with?Maria Dolores [00:02:08]:Yeah, so I help leaders to remember people's rights and responsibilities and to lessen hate, disrespect, and to increase Dignity and maturity. And I do this with the Human Constitution. The Human Constitution is 7 principles regarding our— to take a stand for our right, our birthrights, and that we all need to mature with these birthrights.Stuart Webb [00:02:41]:And, and tell us a little bit about those 7, if you like, to really get us into understanding how they fit.Maria Dolores [00:02:48]:Yes. Okay. So the 7 principles is based and derived from United Nations Declaration of the Universal Human Rights, but with rights, we should have responsibilities. Don't you think, Stuart?Stuart Webb [00:03:04]:Yeah, absolutely.Maria Dolores [00:03:06]:So these 7 principles, the first 3 is personal: body, emotion, and thought, that you are born with a right to your body. You're born with a right to the range of all your emotions and your thoughts. But we also have a responsibility to care for our body, our physical and mental health. So the first 3 principles is addressing our fundamental human needs as a, as a species and individually. And then the coming 3 is about power, communication, and life. That you have the right to your power, your personal power, and we also have a responsibility in how we act and interact with each other. And the fifth principle is about our communication, our freedom of speech and freedom of creativity, but also responsibility in what we say and what we create and to express and trying to express with dignity and trying to listen to each other. And so that's the fifth principle.Maria Dolores [00:04:18]:And the sixth out of the seven is our life, that you have the right to your life and you have a responsibility to respect others' way of life and other life forms, but never at the cost of any other. So, and I think we have a lot to do and a lot to mature here. Respecting— and so it also ties not only to United Nations Declaration of the Universal Human Rights, but it's also the 17 Global Goals. And then the last principle, the, the 7th principle, is about our collective rights and responsibilities. In Swedish, we call this civil courage, which is moral courage, and to to increase civil participation and to increase how we need— and we, yeah, we really need to collaborate more as a species. So that's the human constitution.Stuart Webb [00:05:22]:So can I just— I know the first 3, I can see how we get to sort of 6 and 7, how business owners, business leaders will see exactly they apply to their business. But the first 3, how do you help business owners, business leaders, people who are in charge of large organizations to understand the first 3? Because within a workspace, often we forget we have a responsibility. We forget ourselves. We work for a corporation. How do we manage that situation? How do you think we should?Maria Dolores [00:05:59]:Yeah. So Stuart, my, my background is with human resources and leadership. So I worked with 25 years and more with human resources and leadership. So I worked with everything from, you know, attracting strategies and recruiting and developing individual group organization and offboarding roles, offboarding groups and organization. And it's really addressing our physical mental health. It's when we get recruited and onboarded and to care for the individual and, and both the individual and the team and to develop our physical health understanding. So I was working in the Swedish steel industry and forest industry where we have people working in different schedules., you know, different times. I— for what, what do you call that? We call it shift.Maria Dolores [00:07:01]:They're working.Stuart Webb [00:07:02]:Shift is a good— yeah.Maria Dolores [00:07:06]:Okay. So, and that's also with the understanding of to have to really care about ourselves. And as leaders, you know, it's really the fundamentals of how to have a well-functioning leadership, but also a good functioning team is to truly care about the physical mental health. Burnout is because we don't acknowledge the early symptoms of burnout and not listen to ourselves. So it's really, really fundamental. Both for the leader and for, for the co-worker. And we also— to have— now, the human constitution is not about— I'm not telling anyone anything. I'm just simply taking a stand for our rights and our responsibilities.Maria Dolores [00:08:13]:And this is not religious, it's not party political, it's not even an ideology, but simply to take a stand for our rights and responsibilities. How you want to do that is up to you. Some, like for instance, so some people are smoking, right? And we know that's not really good for our health, but it's to leave the choice for the individual and that we all have both rights and responsibility for ourselves. And one another. So it's the choices that we make and to be more curious about our own emotions and our thoughts and to broaden perspectives and to be more curious and to mature with that.Stuart Webb [00:09:08]:And the maturity is such an important thing. And I know that we've just before we came on air, we discovered that today is your birthday. So very happy birthday, Maria, for, for today. Thank you. You talked a little bit about the fact that maturing is an important part of living.Maria Dolores [00:09:28]:Yeah, yeah. And you know, I'm sure you know also, Stewart, we have met the humans that are like 5 years old and who are very mature and very wise. And then we meet people who have lived most of their lives and who are very, you know, judgmental and, and locked in, in a narrow mindset and, yes, you know, immature, immature, really. So the human constitution is to encourage all humans, all 8 billion of us, to strive for maturity with more physical mental health, to lessen the drama, to increase and to broaden perspectives, to be more curious about ourselves and one another, and, and to mature in our relationships as well as we all need to mature as a species.Stuart Webb [00:10:34]:And that's a really interesting point.Maria Dolores [00:10:38]:Because.Stuart Webb [00:10:38]:Um, we often, we often, we often almost, uh, I wouldn't say throw away, but, but, but experience, uh, is not valued as much as it was, particularly in the Western world. Experience is often, uh, is often scorned in some respects, and yet it is an extremely valuable contribution. I mean, we, you, you look in the world of with nature. There are very few animals that keep grandparents around in order to help raise young people. Elephants is a great example, human beings and others. That's because of the huge experience those, those elders have and can bring and contribute. And we often don't see that as a, as a benefit.Maria Dolores [00:11:25]:Yeah. And what I also find, Stuart, is that we're, we're in a very privileged time in our human history right now. If we look back through our human history, the, the, um, here, there, the 300,000-year human history, and we have always had technology supporting and driving us to the next level and the next level. And, you know, 300,000 years ago, we lived in groups of 150 people, and then we grew in groups, became, becoming agricultural and having groups of 1,000, and then empires, and then various forms of democracies. And right now, we still have representation of people living, indigenous communities and nomads, in groups of 150. And we have small communities with agriculture living close to nature, various forms of empires, and various forms of democracies. So I think it's really essential, and the change that we are in right now, obviously, like you, the audience, and you, Stuart, that we are scattered all across the planet and we have this beautiful technology supporting us and connecting us. So we're standing very much in a nation-centric thinking and going to a global-local world.Maria Dolores [00:13:14]:And the shift going from this nation-centric thinking to the global-local world, and that shift is about embracing our history, embracing the potential of and the beauty of each cultural, the beauty of each region, the beauty of the Americanness, the beauty of the Britishness, the beauty of the Swedishness, and to embrace and to see that gemstone and that potential. For all of us to be proud, more proud and more mature of who we are, but also more curious about each other.Stuart Webb [00:14:04]:Yeah, I think that's a beautiful thought, Maria, because when the internet was first dreamt up, the concept of a global village was very prominent in those first internet pioneers. And we have lost a lot of that thinking because Social media now tends to drive us into tribes, and you meet with only the people that you want to hear the same voices from. And hearing different voices from around the world and recognizing and understanding different voices, I think, is a key element of being a human being. And I would encourage any any teacher, any, uh, any parent to teach your children not to just, uh, follow the crowd, but to, to think about what they're hearing and take from it the good and discard the bad. Because I think so often we fail to do that ourselves, don't.Maria Dolores [00:15:05]:We?Stuart Webb [00:15:07]:Yeah.Maria Dolores [00:15:07]:And, and also with discarding the— discarding the what you say bad, for me, that's also the lessons that we need to learn. Because usually whenever there is friction, whenever there is, you know, discomfort, there is also learning and a lesson in that. So the discomfort may be driven from an old belief, something we need to question. Or, you know, all the fear, anger, frustration, all the emotions that we carry, and more the dense emotion, there are lessons learned. And sometimes the lesson is to step away from, from a toxic situation, a toxic relationship, or a toxic workplace even, and, and to have and to increase our healthy boundaries, to have a healthy ego, to care for ourselves and our life in our relationships. So I see, I see this as very important lessons to learn.Stuart Webb [00:16:28]:I think that's lovely, and I think it also reminds us of those later principles that we also have responsibilities for the planet, don't we? We have responsibilities for those around us. It's not just ourselves, but we have to look after, the people around us. Because otherwise, how can we continue to look after ourselves if the planet is— if we don't look after the planet, if we don't look around, look around our neighbors and look after them, we have no way of being able to actually ensure that we are looking after ourselves, do we?Maria Dolores [00:16:57]:Yeah, yeah. And that's why I think the human constitution is, as you understand, it's not anything like top-down. It's not a decree. It's not a policy. It's simply an offering, and it's to be curious about ourselves, who we are. What is my right and what is my responsibility? Yes. How can I mature in this situation? How can I care better for myself? How can I show better care in my relationships and in, in this preconditions that I have? And how can we better collaborate? You know, to, to bring up a, a heavy topic, um, we have 45 million slaves in the world today. 45 million slaves.Maria Dolores [00:17:55]:We have never had as many slaves in the world through our human history. Yet we have never had as few in percentage. So I think the change needs to be both from within and in the community, because if we have 45 million slaves, then we have about half a billion people working and trading around this. So the change needs to come from within and within the community and the pressure and the support from all of us saying, we're not accepting this anymore. This is not okay. And that's the 6th and the 7th principle reminding us about who we are and who we.Stuart Webb [00:18:49]:Can be. I was going to ask you as my 3rd question, I know we've been talking for a while over 1 or 2, but my 3rd question is, is there one, and I I would just at this point invite any of the people who are either watching or listening on the recording, if you have questions that you want to pose to Maria, we will have available show notes that will enable you to sort of follow and understand where Maria posts a lot of her talks and where she works. So please reach out, ask Maria questions. Is there one thing, one tip that you would like to sort of get? If somebody wants to remember nothing else from what you've said, what is the one thing you want want them to take.Maria Dolores [00:19:34]:Away today? I, I want to say that your ideas matter, and your ideas can change the world. Your change within can change the world. And to, to listen to what would be my rights here and what would be.Stuart Webb [00:20:00]:My responsibilities. Maria, my fourth question is around how you got to this place where you are at the moment. This is not something that you just sort of sit one evening and sort of realize that you need to document these 7 principles. This is the work of somebody who's thought deeply and come to realize it. So how did you come to understand these 7 principles? What was the journey? And please don't feel you need to go into every detail, but give us a flavor of exactly how you came.Maria Dolores [00:20:31]:To where you are today. Yeah, so, um, uh, it's true, I have been working on this for decades. Um, 10 years ago I published my book, uh, State of Grace: Human Rights and Human Obligations. So that was when I first published and started to talk about our rights and responsibilities Obviously, you know, no thoughts come just out of nothing. Everything is building on everything, I would say. And so in conversations with my friends, but also being a woman born and raised in Sweden, studying psychology, my major in sociology, philosophy, working with human resources and leadership and to see the need and also the human history, which I described earlier, and to see the breaking point of where we are today and the potential of the beautiful technology we have, but also the lack of the fundamentals that could support humans and humanity forward, which is really the, the core of our rights and responsibilities. It's about life here and now. And I, you know, personally experienced grief, and my mother died in 2015, experienced extreme fear, and my ex-husband was stalking me in, in our divorce, and but also the freedom and insights of life and how life is evolving, and to see other aspects of life.Maria Dolores [00:22:31]:And I've done over the years, I've done over 160 days of meditation. So it's both reading and growing up in a society where we have had 200 years of peace, but also seeing myself and my own lessons and humanity as a whole and my love really for people. Seeing people and in all different situations.Stuart Webb [00:23:15]:Wow. Gosh, wow. That's a, that's a story, and I'm sure there's another book in there as well somehow. Maria, I realize I've taken up a lot of your time. As I said, I welcome comments, questions from people watching and listening at the moment because I think you have a wealth of experience to offer to us. If you've got questions about, you know, how do you apply some of this in your business, if you've got questions about how you apply some of this in your own personal life, there are some resources that we'll point you to. And Maria's just an open person. I know that she will love to engage and talk with you.Stuart Webb [00:23:57]:But there must be one question at the moment, Maria, you're thinking, he hasn't asked me the one truly killer question, and he's gonna do it any minute now. Well, I admit I never ever know what the killer question is, so therefore I ask you, what is the question that I should have asked you? And please, once you've explained the question, you need to answer it for us because you're the expert. So what is that killer question, the final question that I really should have.Maria Dolores [00:24:24]:Asked and I haven't yet? Thank you. My core value is dignity, and so the question would be, so what.Stuart Webb [00:24:35]:Is dignity? What a great question.Maria Dolores [00:24:38]:And dignity for me is when you have the crown on your head. You are the king, you are the queen in your life, and you have the crown on and you treat yourself with dignity and grace, but also to see others as their king and their queen in their life. And I, I worked with dignity in— while helping my friend in her funeral business and casketing 3,000 people, seeing all religions— Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, Sikh, and secular sermons. So all the major religions. And also attending 1,500 funerals and with dignity to see and to acknowledge that we have both rights and responsibility for all our emotions and to be who we are in that moment in grief, but also the potential of broadening perspectives. For ourselves and one another.Stuart Webb [00:25:58]:So dignity. So how do you see, because I often spend a lot of my time thinking about people who have very little self-worth. They don't have enough of an understanding of how they fit into the world. How do I describe this? Self-worth for me is being able to walk down the street and not necessarily feeling as though you own the street, because I don't think that's the right thing, but you don't care who owns the street. You walk down the street not worrying about anything else around you. Do you see that as a form of dignity? Do you see dignity as related to.Maria Dolores [00:26:36]:That in some way? Yeah, and that's for me dignity and integrity is like a brother and sister. But yeah, dignity, you know, if you feel like You own the street. You know, it's— I think that's a good way to express it. But you don't own the street at the expense of others. No. It's to hold that, to imagine like you're in a protective bubble or, you know, an integrity bubble and with mutual respect. And you have steward, you have that crown on your head, and you are the pride, but not the oppression.Stuart Webb [00:27:29]:So if I can summarize it, you walk down the street, but you don't care who owns the street. As far as you're concerned, you have the right, you have the responsibility to act in a way which is with with compassion, but you walk down the street because that's where you need to be, and you just know that's where.Maria Dolores [00:27:49]:You need to be.Stuart Webb [00:27:52]:Yeah. And I think with that, Maria, I have to thank you for such a fascinating, uh, discussion. Um, uh, for those of you watching and listening, uh, Maria is a, is a, is a fantastic person to follow on LinkedIn and on her various social medias. There will be links to where you can find out more about Maria in show notes. And I would ask you at this stage, if you want to to be able to get a simple email from me, uh, which just allows you to know who's going to come up on these, uh, and, and spend some time watching, listening, catching up with some of these brilliant interviews. And I love some of the people that come on this and talk to us about these fascinating subjects. If you go to www.systemize— that's S-Y-S-T-E-M-I-S-E—.me/subscribe there's a simple form. It asks for just two things: your first name, your email address.Stuart Webb [00:28:45]:That's all it needs, and you will get an email from me which says who's coming up on these podcasts, how you can get involved, how you can ask questions, or where you can get and speak to some of these fabulous, fabulous people that are on. Maria, thank you so much, uh, for, for coming on. I'd love it if, uh, if you— if you're listening, uh, follow, follow this podcast, but follow Maria. She is fascinating and brilliant speaker with a wonderful idea. And you'll get notes on where you can get the, uh, more information about what Maria says, does, in the show notes. Maria, thank you so much for spending a few minutes with us. We really do appreciate you spending a few minutes out of your, I know, very busy day.Maria Dolores [00:29:27]:Thank you. Thank you, Stuart. Thank you very much. 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Angela Strange and Gabriel Vásquez speak with Addi founder and CEO Santiago Suárez about building one of Latin America's largest financial platforms. What began as a buy now, pay later product has evolved into a broader ecosystem spanning payments, commerce, logistics, and now banking. Serving millions of consumers and tens of thousands of merchants, Addi sits at the intersection of financial services and commerce in Colombia. The conversation covers building in Latin America, lessons from scaling through multiple market cycles, the importance of technology infrastructure, and why Suárez believes financial inclusion and economic growth are deeply connected. They also discuss AI, organizational design, product strategy, and what it takes to build enduring companies outside Silicon Valley.   Resources: Follow Santiago Suárez on X: https://x.com/SantiaSua Follow Angela Strange on X: https://x.com/astrange Follow Gabriel Vásquez on X: https://x.com/GEVS94 Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's guest is Myal Greene, president and CEO of World Relief, one of the world's largest Christian humanitarian organizations. Serving in nearly 20 countries and across the United States, World Relief works at the intersection of disaster response, refugee resettlement, economic development, and church-based ministry, partnering with local congregations to serve vulnerable communities around the globe. Myal has a bachelor's degree in finance from Lehigh University, and a master's degree from Fuller Theological Seminary. Before becoming president in 2021, Myal had already spent fourteen years at World Relief, much of it in leadership positions, helping guide the organization's international programs and strategy. He has worked extensively in some of the world's most challenging environments, focusing on issues such as poverty alleviation, forced migration, community resilience, and the role of local churches in sustainable development. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. I'm your host Warren Smith. Until next time, may God bless you.

In this Omni Talk Retail interview, recorded live from the Global DIY Summit 2026 in Amsterdam, Chris Walton talks with Harri Karumo, Senior Vice President and K-Rauta Chain Director at Kesko, about what makes Nordic home improvement retail unique and how Kesko leverages insights across multiple retail businesses. Harri shares his journey from finance to retail leadership, explains Kesko's retailer-owned business model, and discusses the opportunities and challenges of serving customers across Finland and the broader Nordic region. The conversation explores how Kesko combines data from both its grocery and home improvement businesses to better understand customer behavior, improve marketing effectiveness, and identify new opportunities for growth. Harri also shares his perspective on AI adoption, why curiosity is essential for retail leaders, and why the biggest challenge isn't the technology itself but finding the time to learn and experiment with it. Key Topics Covered: • Kesko's retailer-owned business model • What makes Nordic home improvement retail unique • Differences between Nordic and U.S. DIY markets • Serving both professional and consumer customers • How Kesko uses grocery and DIY customer data together • AI applications in replenishment, marketing, and product data management • Why customer data creates a competitive advantage • The role of curiosity in retail leadership • Customer behavior in Finland and the impact of second-home ownership • Lessons from the Global DIY Summit 2026 Thank you to Vusion for supporting Omni Talk Retail's live coverage from the Global DIY Summit 2026 in Amsterdam. #GlobalDIYSummit #DIYSummit2026 #OmniTalkRetail #Kesko #KRauta #DIYRetail #HomeImprovement #RetailInnovation #AIinRetail #CustomerData #NordicRetail #RetailLeadership #DigitalTransformation #RetailTechnology #FutureOfRetail

Servants Meeting @ St. George Coptic Orthodox Church - Tampa, FL ~ June 14, 2026

Send us Fan MailCaring for aging parents or loved ones can be one of life's most emotional and challenging journeys, especially when legal responsibilities like power of attorney become part of the process. In today's episode of Digging Deeper Treasures, I sit down with author and illustrator Lizzy of EO Writes to discuss her heartfelt book, Maintaining the Balance with a Power of Attorney. Through personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical wisdom, Lizzy shares how God carried her through the difficult yet healing journey of serving both of her parents during their final season of life. This conversation offers hope, peace, comfort, and guidance for anyone navigating caregiving, family responsibilities, and the call to serve with grace and faith.Lizzy AKA EOWrites is the author of Maintaining the Balance with a Power of Attorney 1 & 2, and five other books.  Connect with Lizzy throughher website EO Writes eowrites.com, via email at lizzy@eowrites.com or check out her books through https://www.amazon.com/stores/EO Writes/author/B0DPB2YK8W https://www.pinterest.com/lizzy2472 Connect with Cecille:https://www.cecillevaloria.comhttps://www.instagram.com/valoriacecille/Theme Music: Descript stock music-SoireeIntro & Outro- by Leva (Pixabay lemonmusicstudio)

Looking for daily inspiration?  Get a quote from the top leaders in the industry in your inbox every morning. Scott Brown is an attractions marketing leader with a career that spans family entertainment centers, digital solutions for attractions, and nearly a decade leading marketing initiatives for Family Entertainment Group. From working at miniature golf courses as a teenager to becoming a GM and marketing executive, Scott has built his career around creating memorable experiences and helping attractions connect emotionally with guests. Throughout the conversation, he reflects on the intersection of service, operations, and marketing, while sharing lessons learned from both leadership and frontline experience. In this interview, Scott talks about being an ambassador for service, how everything is marketing, and serving your niche. Being an ambassador for service “Excellent service is easy to understand, but it is very difficult to execute.” Scott explains that his passion for guest service was heavily inspired by his admiration for the Disney parks and their ability to create emotional connections with guests. Early in his leadership career, he immersed himself in service training philosophies and focused on teaching teams not only what to do, but why service matters. He emphasizes that excellent service is easy to understand but difficult to execute consistently because it requires leadership commitment, operational alignment, and emotional buy-in from employees. He also discusses how scalable service culture cannot rely solely on slogans or surface-level friendliness. Instead, it must be embedded into leadership behaviors and daily operations. Scott believes that service starts with leaders who genuinely care about their teams, understand employee challenges, and reinforce the broader vision behind the guest experience. By doing so, organizations create teams that continue delivering exceptional experiences even during difficult or stressful moments. Everything is marketing “Everything is marketing and marketing is everything.” Scott describes marketing as far more than advertisements, coupons, or social media campaigns. In his view, every guest touchpoint contributes to the marketing of an attraction, from the condition of the parking lot to the attitude of frontline employees. He explains that marketing and guest service are inseparable because marketing creates expectations while operations and service fulfill them. He shares that the strongest organizations intentionally align their messaging with the actual emotional experience guests will have on-site. When marketing promises one experience but operations fail to deliver it, the organization damages trust. Conversely, even attractions with weak advertising can generate powerful word-of-mouth marketing if the guest experience exceeds expectations. Scott repeatedly returns to the importance of emotion and “feel,” explaining that the best marketing communicates how guests will feel during the experience, not simply what they will buy. Serving your niche “If you want to be something for everybody, you're going to be something for nobody.” Scott believes one of the biggest mistakes attractions make is trying to appeal to everyone instead of identifying a distinct audience and emotional position in the marketplace. He explains that attractions are not simply competing against businesses with similar offerings, but against every experience that competes for guests' discretionary time and money. Using an example from his work with an entertainment center in Massachusetts, Scott describes how his team focused on positioning the venue as the place “where fun families come to compete and play.” He explains that the phrase was intentionally crafted to shape both the attraction's messaging and the emotional identity of the guests they hoped to attract. By clearly defining the type of guest experience they wanted to create, the organization was able to communicate more authentically and differentiate itself from competitors. Scott believes the most successful organizations are the ones that deeply resonate with a specific audience rather than attempting to broadly appeal to everyone.   Scott can be reached on LinkedIn, as well as by email at browngator1@gmail.com. This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team: Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas   To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)  

Each year, Baylor students travel around the world on mission trips that combine service, learning, and calling. Baylor nursing faculty member Katy Vogelaar and Baylor student Julia Pitts recently returned from missions trips in Kenya and Peru. They join the program to immerse viewers and listeners in their experiences. On the program, they share what it looked like to serve alongside Baylor's global partners, apply what they've learned in the classroom, and grow through experiences that challenged their perspectives. Along the way, the conversation highlights what makes Baylor Missions distinctive.

June 16, 2026- Kathleen Brady-Stepien, president and CEO of the Council of Family and Child Caring Agencies, discusses state funding for human services providers and explore the future of foster care providers, which are grappling with high insurance costs and serving a broader swath of family members.

This podcast episode centers on the urgent and poignant narrative of Dennis, a Vietnam veteran who faces the imminent threat of homelessness after residing in his home for 46 years. Our guest, Kristen Maddox, passionately advocates for veterans and shares her profound commitment to ensuring that Dennis does not lose his home in the twilight of his life. Through her extensive involvement in the veteran community, Kristen recounts her journey of service, which was ignited by her desire to prevent her generation of veterans from experiencing the neglect faced by veterans of previous wars, such as her father. The episode delves into the broader implications of community support for veterans, emphasizing the critical need for collective action to safeguard those who have served. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the situation through Dennis's GoFundMe campaign, highlighting the power of individual contributions in effecting meaningful change within the veteran community. The discussion unfolds within the context of a heartfelt exploration of the myriad challenges faced by combat veterans, focusing particularly on the plight of an elderly Vietnam veteran named Dennis. As the narrative progresses, we delve into the complex emotional landscape that surrounds the potential displacement of this 88-year-old veteran, who has resided in his home for 46 years. The hosts compellingly articulate the juxtaposition of Dennis's decades-long stability with the imminent threat of homelessness, highlighting the broader societal issues that veterans encounter post-service. Through personal anecdotes and a commitment to advocacy, the podcast underscores the urgent need for community support and the transformative power of individual action. The episode serves as a clarion call for listeners to engage in meaningful ways, whether through donations or by simply sharing Dennis's story, thereby fostering a collective effort to ensure that no veteran is left behind in their time of need.Takeaways:This podcast episode highlights the importance of community support for veterans facing housing insecurity, particularly focusing on the story of Dennis, a Vietnam veteran.Kristen Maddox, a guest on the episode, emphasizes how personal experiences and family history inspire her dedication to helping veterans in need.The discussion underscores the significant impact that individual actions can have in assisting veterans, especially when they are at risk of homelessness.Listeners are encouraged to actively participate in helping veterans by sharing stories and resources, thus fostering a sense of community and support.The episode illustrates the challenges faced by aging veterans, particularly those who have lived in the same home for decades and are confronted with displacement.Kristen's narrative serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience of veterans and the collective responsibility to ensure they receive the care and support they deserve.

A fresh mini-series on command and control that looks at the future of C2 for each of the US fighting arms. This episodes kicks off the deep dive with a look at what the US Army is aiming to achieve. Recently retired Vice Chief of Staff US Army, General (rtd) James Mingus talks about the US Army's philosophy for command and control, next generation C2, how allies and partners can get on board, and the opportunities that arise from the US Army's top modernisation priority for industry as well as soldiers. General James Mingus has recently retired as Vice Chief of Staff of the US Army. No one gets four stars without qualifying in just about every way possible – and Jim Mingus is no exception. Starting in the US National Guard in 1981, he commissioned in 1985. Originally a Second Lieutenant in the field artillery, he switch to the infantry in 1987 on becoming active duty. Serving in Germany with 3rdInfantry Division, later in the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg, and after that in 75th Ranger Regiment. A tour at JSOC, command of a Ranger Regiment, and command of a BCT from 4th Infantry Division including a combat tour in Afghanistan were just some of the highlights. Indeed, Jim deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan a total of 12 times in his career. In 2013 he ran the Commanders Action Group at CENTCOM before returning to 4 Infantry Division as Depuy Commanding General for Manoeuvre. Service at the Pentagon and on the Joint Staff rounded out his career before becoming Vice Chief of Staff of the US Army in 2023. There are few people better equipped to talk about the US Army's command and control, and their ambition for the future. Disclaimer: All remarks and comments made by General Mingus are his own views and do not represent the US military, US Joint Staff, Pentagon, Departments of Defence, War, or those of the US Army.

This episode of the Gill Connections Podcast is a little different—and a lot of fun.Instead of sitting down with a coach, we're turning the mic inward and highlighting one of our own. Payton Taylor joins the show to share his journey from a multi-sport athlete in Illinois to a Division I thrower at Illinois State University… and now to serving coaches across the country as part of the Gill Athletics team.We dive into the moments that shaped him—from a faceplant in a hurdle race that ended his hurdling career

Serendipity Bookstore, a popular spot in Chelsea, Michigan, needed to expand. The owner found a building twice the size just a block away. She wanted to make the move quickly instead of closing the store for days and boxing up all the books. So she requested help from the community. More than three hundred people showed up! They stood shoulder to shoulder forming a human conveyor belt and passed the books from one person to the next, moving 9,100 books in just under two hours. The owner said, “[The bookstore] is really a part of the community, and [the people] have ownership.” They all enthusiastically worked side by side. When Nehemiah, a Jew who was the trusted cupbearer to the Persian king, learned that the wall surrounding Jerusalem lay in shambles, he cried out for God’s guidance (Nehemiah 1:3-11). The Babylonians had destroyed the walls in 587 bc. After investigating, Nehemiah recruited help from the community. He said to the Jewish leaders, “You see the trouble we are in: Jerusalem lies in ruins . . . . Come, let us rebuild the wall” (2:17). Chapter 3 describes how leaders and citizens alike willingly repaired the section of the wall that was right in front of each one. They worked side by side. We too can impact our community by serving together under God’s direction and in His strength.

Samuel Bateman is incarcerated in a federal facility serving a fifty-year sentence. He maintains regular telephone contact with followers. A meaningful number of the women and girls removed from his FLDS offshoot — including individuals Christine Marie personally helped extract — have reportedly returned to his sphere of influence. Adult wives continue to identify him as their prophet. The conviction and sentence have not disrupted his operational control over the belief system he constructed.The pattern has direct precedent. Warren Jeffs has maintained influence over FLDS members from a Texas prison cell for over a decade. Bateman is replicating the same dynamic with the same psychological infrastructure — what Christine Marie characterizes as an "IV of indoctrination" delivered through regular telephone contact.Christine Marie addresses what she has learned about the content of Bateman's prison communications with followers. She identifies the division between women who have permanently separated from the group and those who have returned — and the social consequences for those who left, including potential reclassification as fallen or as enemies of the faith. She confronts the clinical and moral question she returns to repeatedly: whether some adults who have been conditioned within high-control religious environments from birth can be reached through intervention, or whether some individuals are functionally unable to construct identity outside coercive structures.Short Creek remains structurally intact. The theology, the isolation mechanisms, and the obedience hierarchy that produced both Jeffs and Bateman continue to operate. Robin Dreeke and Shavaun Scott examine why the FLDS persists when comparable organizations — NXIVM, Peoples Temple — collapsed following their leaders' removal. They address Faith Bistline's circumstances — having lost her family to Bateman and now raising the children affected by his conduct. They evaluate what intervention methods demonstrate efficacy with children in high-control religious environments and the competing harms of removal versus continued exposure. Both experts address directly whether the conditions at Short Creek are likely to produce another leader operating on the same model — or whether the community possesses the capacity to interrupt the cycle.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#SamuelBateman #FLDS #ShortCreek #TrustMeNetflix #ChristineMarie #RobinDreeke #ShavaunScott #CoerciveControl #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime

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June 10, 2026 - 7am: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on serving the country in uniform and in the Governor's mansion... is the White House next? MS NOW's Jacob Soboroff's reporting with The Marshall Project on how ICE detained over 500 babies and toddlers under Trump To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.