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Send us Fan MailYou can be talented, dependable, and exhausted from giving your best and still feel invisible at work.After taking a two-and-a-half-month break from recording, I'm back with an honest look at what has been changing in my life and business. I recently had a coaching session that gave me the kind of clarity I could not find by working harder, overthinking my next move, or asking an AI tool to generate another template.In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I explore what it takes to rebuild your confidence and career momentum when things do not go as planned.I share what happened during my humbling experience competing on the PBA50 Tour. Tournament after tournament, I failed to advance beyond the first round. The experience reminded me of what many mid-career professionals face when they repeatedly apply for jobs, complete first-round interviews, and receive another rejection.Eventually, disappointment can make you question your talent, preparation, and future. But failure does not have to become your identity.I walk you through the three questions I use to turn disappointment into better decisions courtesy of two-time Olympic Champion, Lannie Basham:What did I do well?What did I learn?What will I do differently next time?This simple resilience framework can help you evaluate a job rejection, recover after being passed over for a promotion, prepare for an important workplace conversation, or regain momentum when you feel stuck in your career.I also share why I decided to end the SHOW UP Leadership Lab membership. Simplifying my business allows me to focus more intentionally on helping mid-career professionals increase their visibility, strengthen their influence, and create meaningful career momentum.If you feel undervalued, overlooked, or unsure about your next career move, working harder may not solve the problem. You may need better information, a clearer strategy, and more intentional conversations with the people who can influence your career.In this episode, you'll learn:How to rebuild your confidence after a professional disappointmentWhy repeated rejection can distort how you see your abilitiesHow to turn difficult experiences into practical career lessonsWhy doing excellent work is not enough to get noticedHow visibility and influence affect career advancementWhen you may have “crossed the bridge” in your job or careerWhy honest conversations are essential for career clarityHow to stop waiting for someone else to recognize your valueYou do not need to have your entire career figured out today. But you do need to stop waiting for your hard work to speak for itself.If you are ready to become more visible, communicate your value, and create greater career momentum, join me for my free webinar:Stop Waiting to Be Noticed: How Mid-Career Professionals Increase Visibility, Influence, and MomentumRegister at johnneral.com/webinar.Subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, share this episode with someone who feels overlooked at work, and leave a review so more mid-career professionals can find the show.Support the showIf this episode resonated with you and you want more support in how you SHOW UP for your career and life, there are two ways we can work together.Learn more about my SHOW UP Leadership Lab, my monthly membership program, at https://www.johnneral.com/showupIf you would like to learn more about how I can help you as your leadership and career coach, visit https://www.johnneral.com/workwithme.Get John's free weekly leadership and career newsletter at https://www.johnneral.com/the-mid-career-gps-newsletterOther ways we can connect:Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Get John's books on Amazon here.  Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching. Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here.  Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here.This podcast is listed in Feedspot's Top 90 Best Executive Career Podcasts.https://podcast.feedspot.com/executive_career_podcasts/

Brian Ruby is the founder of Medifoodz, a company focused on making therapeutic ketogenic nutrition more practical, accessible, and sustainable. Through Medifoodz's Glyvance program, Ruby is combining chef-prepared ketogenic meals with continuous glucose monitoring, digital support, and clinician oversight to help patients translate metabolic health science into everyday life. His work centers on one of the biggest challenges in nutrition-based care: not simply knowing what to eat, but making it easier to consistently eat that way. Dr. Adrian Soto-Mota, MD, PhD, FACP is an internist, metabolic researcher, and professor whose work focuses on human metabolism, ketone biology, and evidence-based approaches to metabolic disease. He earned his PhD in Physiology and Metabolism from the University of Oxford and has conducted research on exogenous ketones, glucose metabolism, and cardiovascular health. In this episode, Dr. Brian, Dr. Tro, Dr. Adrian, and Brian Ruby talk about… (00:00) Intro (02:20) Why Brian Ruby founded Medifoodz (09:49) Dr. Soto Mota's recent study pitting the ADA's recommended diet and a ketogenic diet (22:28) The hardest barrier to entry most people struggle to overcome when starting a keto diet (26:15) Why CGMs are so incredibly valuable sustainability (32:16) Babies, dogs, and real food (39:24) Big Food and subsidies (45:58) Real food and dietary motivation (51:38) The AHA recommended diet diabetes reversal (59:15) Accepting and embracing criticism (01:05:51) Dr. Soto Mota's recent Zetia Study (link below) (01:18:24) Outro   For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!   Links:   Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/   Brian Ruby: Glyvance: https://medifoodz.com/ X: https://x.com/Medifoodz   Dr. Adrian Soto Mota: X: https://x.com/AdrianSotoMota Zetia Study: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12944-026-03034-w   Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author   Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://toward.health Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/   Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.    Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://toward.health/community/

What happens when a former 400-meter hurdler combines a love for track & field, a business mindset, and a passion for helping young athletes?In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham sits down with Devin Noel, founder and CEO of Hurdlenomics, to discuss his journey from Memphis, Tennessee, to Arkansas State University and eventually to building one of the most recognizable hurdles-focused training groups in Texas.Devin shares the story behind the Hurdlenomics name, how a simple request to help one athlete turned into a thriving coaching business, and why he believes the best coaches can explain complex concepts in simple terms. Along the way, Mike and Devin dive into youth development, elite hurdle training, athlete mindset, learning how to lose, coaching education, and the importance of surrounding athletes with the right support system.The conversation also explores Devin's coaching philosophy, including his "Go to the Fence, Push Them In, Sprint" approach to teaching beginning hurdlers and his belief that every hurdler should develop as both a short hurdler and long hurdler before specializing.Whether you're a coach, athlete, parent, or track & field fan, you'll find practical insights and plenty of laughs in this wide-ranging conversation.Topics Covered:• The origin story of Hurdlenomics• Growing up in Memphis track culture• Running at Arkansas State• Learning to embrace failure and adversity• Building a hurdles-only training group• Coaching philosophy and athlete development• Why every hurdler starts as a dual hurdler• The importance of coaching education and mentorship• Simplifying hurdling for new athletesConnect with Devin:Instagram: @HurdlenomicsDive into nearly 400 episodes featuring insights from coaching legends such as Boo Schexnayder and Dan Pfaff, Diljeet Taylor (BYU) and Beth Alford-Sullivan, as well as superstar coaches Petros Kyprianou (Illinois), Althea Thomas (Vanderbilt) and many more! Find us on Twitch.tv, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more!

When James Clear last spoke on the Craft & Commerce stage, Atomic Habits hadn't even been released. Now, it's sold over 30 million copies worldwide. I was delighted to welcome James back to the same stage 8 years later to unpack what he's learned from creating one of the bestselling books of the last decade. In this conversation, James shares his insights on how to create a timeless product, how he built an email list of over 4 million subscribers, and the revolutionary publishing model he's building with Author's Equity. James also answers burning questions from the audience on simplifying complex ideas, building lasting entrepreneurial friendships, protecting your identity as a creator in public, and James's personal mission in life. If you've ever wondered what goes into creating a bestselling book, I think you'll get a lot out of this episode.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:07 Expectations for Atomic Habits' success02:54 Selling 30M+ copies04:48 Timeless marketing principles07:18 Positioning for long-term book sales09:39 Building the world's largest single-author newsletter12:44 Current effective growth tactics14:01 Cross-pollinating platforms for growth16:51 The vision behind Author's Equity20:51 The Atomic Habits tipping point23:09 Why books are an underrated business model24:48 Simplifying complex ideas27:54 Cultivating lasting entrepreneur friendships31:33 Protecting your identity as a public creator35:30 Why choose traditional publishing over self-publishing?39:17 Mining for stories and metaphors43:24 What makes Author's Equity different?48:50 Daily habits for rebuilding momentum51:50 James's life mission54:24 Author's Equity: working with self-published authors58:05 James's parting thoughts: 10-year and 1-hour timeframesIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave a review. I read every single one.Learn more about the podcast: https://nathanbarry.com/showFollow Nathan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanbarryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbarryX: https://twitter.com/nathanbarryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenathanbarryshowWebsite: https://nathanbarry.comKit: https://kit.comFollow James:Website: https://jamesclear.comNewsletter: https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1X: https://twitter.com/jamesclearLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesclearInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesclearFeatured in this episode:Kit: https://www.kit.comAtomic Habits: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habitsAuthor's Equity: https://www.authorsequity.comHighlights:02:10 - James's initial expectations for Atomic Habits09:39 - How James built the world's largest single-author newsletter23:09 - Why books are an underrated business model48:50 - James's daily habits for rebuilding momentum51:50 - James's life mission

In this episode of Simplifying the Magic, Megan and Jess are sharing what they would do if they were planning their first Walt Disney World vacation today.How far ahead should you plan? Where should you stay? How should you prepare?  There are A LOT of decisions and each one is simplified! We'll break down all of the details of Walt Disney World vacation planning and share what we'd recommend for your next Disney vacation.Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess help make planning your next Disney vacation a whole lot easier!  As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we would love to help you plan your Disney vacation, too!  Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com. We're here to answer questions, give advice, and help you figure out what's right for your trip!Follow Simplifying the Magic::Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramConnect with Megan:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramConnect with Jess:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

D23 just dropped A LOT of Disney news! From new movies and Disney Cruise Line ships to major changes coming to Disney parks around the world, there's plenty to keep track of.But don't worry...we're simplifying it all for you! In this episode, Megan and Jess break down the biggest D23 announcements and, more importantly, what they could mean for your future Disney vacation.✨ In this episode, we cover:

In this episode, the panel discusses the recent CrossFit Games, focusing on programming, streaming quality, athlete storytelling, and the evolution of the sport. They explore what makes the sport engaging, the importance of media, and how to grow the community. Key  topics CrossFit Games recap and critique Streaming issues and viewer experience Importance of athlete storytelling and media Single modality vs. multi-modal testing Balancing sport-specific and general fitness The role of media in sport popularity Evolution of athlete body types and training focus Community engagement and local competitions Sound bites "The streaming was absolutely terrible." "You only watch because it's a race." "Greg Glassman and Dave Castro changed the sport." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup 00:16 Recap of the CrossFit Games and general impressions 01:18 Common critiques: weather, venue, and schedule issues 02:03 Streaming failures and viewer experience problems 03:45 The importance of real-time scoring and race focus 04:54 Simplifying events and making them more accessible 05:50 Discussion on bike riding and modality testing 09:13 Single modality vs. mixed modality testing 11:28 Scoring strategies and event design ideas 13:16 The role of storytelling and athlete personalities 22:06 The decline of community engagement and local competitions 24:33 The impact of media and athlete storytelling on sport popularity 32:26 The influence of Greg Glassman and Dave Castro 38:43 Future directions for CrossFit programming and media 39:42 Closing remarks and next steps

In "Eliminating EDI Headaches: Managed Integration vs. Ticket Queues", Joe Lynch speaks with Co-Founder and Leader of Atadex, Mitch Bernet, about how fully managed EDI and API integrations eliminate operational bottlenecks, speed up customer onboarding, and drive supply chain profitability. About Mitch Bernet Mitch Bernet is the Co-Founder and Leader of Atadex, bringing decades of supply chain expertise and executive leadership to the role. Raised in Cleveland, Ohio, he earned a degree from Providence College, an MBA in Finance from Creighton University, and launched his career at Union Pacific Railroad before taking senior management roles at Conrail, APL Logistics, and Hub Group. A seasoned entrepreneur, he went on to found Integra Logistics in 2003 and co-found Coyote Logistics in 2008—growing the Atlanta-based business through its eventual acquisition by UPS—before taking a brief hiatus and returning to the industry to co-found Atadex. Married to Rosanna for 35 years, he is the proud father of two children, Matthew and Katherine, who graduated from Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia, respectively. About Atadex Atadex is a full-service EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) and API integration provider exclusively focused on the supply chain and logistics industry. The company was founded to deliver fully managed, fast, low-cost data integration—handling everything end to end so clients don't need in-house EDI expertise and positioning itself as an alternative to legacy EDI vendors, self-serve platforms, and traditional professional services. Atadex connects any TMS or WMS (including Blue Yonder, Trimble, Manhattan, Turvo, Shipwell, TAI, and McLeod) to any trading partner, supporting all major formats (X12, EDIFACT, API, XML, CSV, JSON) and transaction types. The company processes over 50 million messages per month and has completed more than 5,000 go-lives, pairing each client with a dedicated, US-based account manager. Its goal is to fundamentally change how data integration is managed and serviced, helping clients improve productivity, performance, and profitability. Target customers include carriers and 3PLs with complex partner networks, warehouses and 4PLs seeking a fully outsourced EDI department, and TMS/WMS providers wanting to offer integration without building their own delivery teams. Atadex also offers AssetMaps (fleet consolidation) and Freight Board Central (freight board integration). Key Takeaways: Eliminating EDI Headaches: Managed Integration vs. Ticket Queues In "Eliminating EDI Headaches: Managed Integration vs. Ticket Queues", Joe Lynch speaks with Co-Founder and Leader of Atadex, Mitch Bernet, about how fully managed EDI and API integrations eliminate operational bottlenecks, speed up customer onboarding, and drive supply chain profitability. EDI as a Profitability Driver, Not Just an IT Task: Data integration directly impacts the bottom line by eliminating manual data entry, reducing human error, and allowing logistics staff to manage up to 25% more volume per person without adding head count. Overcoming System Incompatibility via "Universal Translation": Supply chain tech remains heavily fragmented between legacy systems (like mainframes or EDI X12) and modern RESTful APIs. Atadex acts as a universal translator, mapping and converting any data format into whatever spec a trading partner requires. Speed to Integration Equals Speed to Revenue: Onboarding delays can stall new customer relationships for months and destroy projected margins. Rapid implementation and proactive partner coordination directly protect customer retention and protect sales commissions. Fully Managed Service vs. Anonymous Ticket Queues: Logistics operates on extreme urgency where every minor issue feels like a major emergency. Relying on dedicated, domain-expert project managers who proactively catch failed transmissions beats putting in tickets with traditional tech providers. Decoupling Customer Support from Technical Engineering: Mirroring the operational structure pioneer Jeff Silver used at Coyote Logistics, separating client-facing project managers from back-end technical mappers ensures seamless communication and higher overall customer satisfaction. Transparent Pricing Over Complex VAN Fees: Traditional EDI value-added networks (VANs) often obscure costs behind per-kilo-character charges. Simplifying billing to clear, per-message rates provides total transparency so companies can calculate precise integration costs per trading partner. Practical AI Integration with a "People-First" Foundation: While AI tools (like Claude) are being developed internally to speed up complex mapping and protocol translation, technology will supplement—rather than replace—the critical human element required to support high-stakes logistics operations. Learn More About Eliminating EDI Headaches: Managed Integration vs. Ticket Queues Mitch Bernet | Linkedin Atadex | Linkedin Atadex USMMG Partners with Atadex for EDI Solutions | LinkedIn Trailer Bridge's Partnership With Atadex as Their EDI Provider Revolutionized Their Efficiency | LinkedIn The Game-Changer for Riverside Transport's EDI and Target Performance | LinkedIn Atadex| Facebook The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. 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Robert Nordlander spent over 20 years as a special agent with IRS Criminal Investigation — investigating complex criminal tax and money laundering violations, working undercover operations, executing search and arrest warrants, and building the cases that sent tax evaders and money launderers to federal prison — and in this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, he finally tells the complete truth about what that career really looked like from the inside. He shares what cases the IRS Criminal Division actually goes after and prosecutes, what it actually takes to put someone in prison for taxes, the different types of money laundering he investigated, why small business owners evade taxes more than anyone else, how cases came to him and what the investigation process actually looked like, some of the most significant cases of his career, and what the new world of influencers and social media income is producing in terms of tax crime that most people never see coming. _____________________________________________ #irs #taxes #truecrimestories #accountant #cops  _____________________________________________ Thank you to CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/ksjh06pb  #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Connect with Robert Nordlander: Website: https://www.nordlandercpa.com/ Buy his books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-Nordlander/author/B0BMZT4CNK?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=a4257f70-b089-4db0-8020-c9bd7e35d743 Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en  https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Meet the Ex-IRS Agent 00:21 Growing Up and Early Career 02:00 From Chips to IRS Agent 03:48 The CPA Advantage 05:40 IRS CI Origins and Its Role 06:34 Stationed in Alabama 07:19 Dad's Blessing and Career Shift 09:03 First Case: Identity Theft 10:50 The IRS 'Funny Box' Explained 12:05 Tax Protesters and False Refunds 13:37 Sentencing for Tax Protesters 14:59 Statute of Limitations for Tax Crimes 15:38 Hiding Income: The Small Business Owner 16:36 How Agents Find Cases 18:40 Data Mining for Evasion 20:47 The Value of IRS CI to Prosecutors 21:09 Drug Dealers and Tax Returns 22:12 Civil vs. Criminal: Making the Call 24:30 Choosing Cases Worth Prosecuting 25:40 Cash App Sponsorship 27:40 Dollar Amounts Drive Cases 29:34 Most Common Businesses for Fraud 30:42 Contractor Cash Schemes 31:32 Investigating Contractor Fraud 32:51 Why Celebrities Don't File 34:14 The Tax Gap and Who's Responsible 35:30 Are Business Owners Honest? 36:50 Influencer Tax Issues 38:12 The Fiji Hotel Example 39:22 Influencer Contracts and Tax 40:20 Ignorance and Willfulness 41:30 Influencer Cases and Richard Hatch 43:08 Tax Preparer Liability 44:42 Return Preparers: No License Needed 45:29 Preparer Mistakes vs. Crimes 46:53 Abuse of Earned Income Tax Credit 48:55 What Happens to the Clients? 50:00 When to Tell a Subject They're Investigated 51:42 Undercover Work and Surveillance 55:27 Common Lies from Suspects 57:37 Finding the Second Set of Books 58:26 Pissed-Off Partners as Informants 58:49 State vs. Federal Cases 01:00:35 The Length of Federal Investigations 01:01:36 Finding Bank Accounts 01:03:40 Using Flight Rosters as Leads 01:05:27 Structuring: The $10,000 Myth 01:07:19 A Surprising Case: Murder and Taxes 01:12:28 Expectations of Repayment 01:13:12 Most Egregious Money Hiding 01:15:40 PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App 01:17:52 Money Laundering Evolution 01:20:51 Cryptocurrency and the IRS 01:24:17 Unreported 1099 Income 01:26:46 Tips and Minor Tax Evasion 01:27:43 Is the System Fair? 01:29:00 The Tax Boycott Myth 01:31:00 Tax Protesters Are Filing 01:34:19 Jury Trials and Complex Cases 01:37:52 Testifying and Simplifying for Juries 01:42:10 Winning at Trial: The Odds 01:44:00 Robert's Role as a Consultant 01:45:58 Retiring from the IRS 01:47:53 Life on the Defense Side 01:52:56 IRS Layoffs and Efficiency 01:56:58 The Most Important Lesson 01:58:52 Truth Has Many Friends 02:00:18 Final Thoughts and Resources _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

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In this episode, Jessica Lopez-Liggett, Commercial State Plan President for Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana, discusses rising healthcare costs, simplifying the member and provider experience through technology, and expanding high-quality, lower-cost care through provider partnerships. She also shares why addressing social determinants of health and bringing employers, providers and community organizations together is critical to improving healthcare.

Daily Boost Podcast One Question Reinvention August 13, 2026 | Episode 5519 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description There's nothing I talk about more than Operation Reinvention. Every client I work with is reinventing something — a job, a relationship, money, motivation. And almost every one of them tells me the same thing: I want to change my life, but I don't want to give up what I've got. Good news — you don't have to. Reinvention isn't about piling on more tips, tricks, and hacks. It's about subtracting. Simplifying. Today I'm handing you the one question I ask myself every time I want to change something. Write it down. It works. Featured Story I've spent a lot of years trying to keep people married, and I'm pretty good at it. But sometimes they come to me after the divorce is final, and there's not much I can do about that. So eventually I'll sit down with a divorced woman and ask what she wants in her new man. You know what she says every single time? I'll tell you what I don't want. And strangely, if she doesn't pay attention, she marries the same thing again. When I push a little, she'll finally answer. And basically every woman on the planet says the same thing: I want him to make me smile. That's it. Important Points Reinvention doesn't mean starting over. Protect the foundation you've already built and change everything around it. Stop collecting tips, tricks, and hacks. Subtract instead — ignore some of the old stuff and do something different. You don't need a plan until you have a strategy. Get clear on what you're working with, then take one simple step. Memorable Quotes "My goal is not to be additive; it's to be subtractive. Ignore some of the old stuff and do something different." "Goals are cool. You should use them. But sometimes you've got to follow your gut and figure things out along the way." "Very few people know what they want. All I need to do is get them down the road one step and reframe them just a bit." Scott's Three-Step Approach Write down the question — the single change that would automatically and positively disrupt everything in your life. Then take the pressure off. Agree you don't know what the answer will be yet — you only know it won't be what you have. Now trust the clue already sitting in your mind. Name the one change you've been holding down and make it today. Chapters 0:01 - Reinventing without giving up what you've got 1:07 - Why another tip or hack won't change your life 2:31 - The three weeks before you ever need a plan 4:08 - The one question I keep written down at my desk 5:43 - What every divorced woman tells me first 7:46 - The one change already sitting in your mind 9:15 - A challenge waiting for you at motivationtomove.com Connect With Me Search for the Daily Boost on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/heyscottsmith Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perimenopause changes how your body responds to training, nutrition, caffeine, sleep, recovery, and many supplements, making it feel like the things you always did to support your health and fitness are no longer working. And those shifts can begin as early as your 30s.In this episode, Louise Valentine, a leading women's integrative health and fitness expert for perimenopausal active women and female runners, shares real-life conversations with women who were doing many things “right” but still dealing with injuries, poor sleep, anxiety, cravings, body composition changes, and frustrating fitness setbacks.She explains why creatine quality, mode of delivery, and timing matter, why the right type of strength training becomes increasingly important for protecting muscle and reducing injury risk, and why protein quality deserves closer attention as women age.Louise also breaks down how late-day caffeine, poor fueling, and sugar before bed can affect cortisol, sleep, digestion, and next-day energy. Finally, she explains why extreme programs like 75 Hard may deliver short-term results but are nearly impossible to sustain due to the impacts on hormones, metabolic health, and working against time tested principles like progressive overload of exercise and nutrition strategies.The main message is simple: learn how your body is changing before problems pile up. As you will learn, working with your changing female physiology should not be complicated or confusing. Sustainable, female-specific strategies can help you stay strong, energized, and vibrantly active through perimenopause and beyond.RESOURCES + LINKSLearn & level up with my free nutrition guide & award-winning 1:1 Academy to thrive through perimenopause with less stress: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.comTake advantage of our podcast listener discount & save 20% off Kion's science-backed clean products. Code "LOUISE" saves on all future orders: https://www.getkion.com/pages/maximizing Check out my FullScript here where you can see my curated supplement picks, by topic, to address your concerns & save 25% off!  A small portion of EACH sale goes back to support BTW.  Thank you!Learn more & apply to join our Podcast Insiders membership here: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/podcastinsidersLearn, laugh & level up with a Breaking Through Wellness masterclass here.Link to check out Function Health & save $25 off comprehensive, proactive blood work using code “LVALENTINE11”  here.  $25 goes back to support BTW with each new sign up! Thank you!Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro3:03) Simplifying fitness during perimenopause(8:35) Creatine benefits, quality, and dosage(11:49) Why creatine gummies may fall short(15:19) Perimenopause, injuries, and strength training(20:19) Hormonal changes and common injuries(25:26) Caffeine, cravings, sleep, and cortisol(31:44) Why extreme fitness plans backfire(34:59) Building sustainable fitness with progressive overload(37:39) Get educated before problems escalate(39:57) Simple strategies for lasting results(41:23) OutroTune in weekly to "Maximizing Hormones, Physique, and Running Through Perimenopause" for our simple female-specific science-based revolution. Let's unlock our best with less stress!I'd love to connect!Email

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In today's episode, host Jordan Berry sits down with Suresh Alluru, an accomplished tech innovator turned multi-store laundromat owner in Austin, Texas. Suresh Alluru shares his inspiring journey from leading engineering teams at Amazon and PayPal to revolutionizing the laundromat industry with customer-centric strategies and smart automation. But the real game-changer comes in the second half of the episode, as Suresh Alluru reveals a bold new approach to wash-and-fold operations—a model that just might transform how laundromat owners run their businesses. Get ready to hear about his open-source software powerhouse, the Smart Laundry Basket, and how he's putting cutting-edge AI tools directly into the hands of independent laundromat operators. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of laundry, customer experience, and innovation in our ever-evolving industry!In this episode, Jordan & Suresh Discuss:00:00 Discovering a passion for business07:05 Improving laundry business operations11:25 Transition from Coins to Cards18:33 Creating a welcoming customer experience23:22 Dealing with customer feedback28:40 Understanding laundromat customer needs34:16 Building trust in laundry services42:07 Implementing Standard Operating Procedures44:03 Building trust with customers52:01 Simplifying software setup for businesses56:01 Building Custom Software Solutions01:03:36 Garment tracking and online ordering01:07:03 Customer trust and engagement tools01:14:05 Helping new business owners succeed01:17:52 AI tools for business customizationConnect with Suresh AlluruLinkedIn: Suresh Kumar AlluruWebsite: Smart laundry BasketFree Strategy Zoom Call with Jordan:https://calendly.com/laundromatresource/free-strategy-call?back=1

Think adding more services, specialties, and technology is the fastest way to grow your med spa? It could actually be scattering your revenue, stretching your resources, and making it harder to scale. In this episode, I break down why the businesses that scale aren't the ones with the most options, but the ones with the clearest identity. I talk about how to use edited focus to identify what's driving your revenue, what's taking up valuable space, and what you may need to let go of so you can become known for what you do exceptionally well. Tune in to find out which offers deserve your focus, which ones are diluting your growth, and what to do instead.   HIGHLIGHTS Why more services can create dilution instead of expansion. The "edited focus" approach to identifying what's creating revenue. What med spas can learn from Fox Restaurant Concepts. How adding more services dilutes your focus and positioning. The questions you should ask before adding anything new. How Amazon mastered one thing before becoming the "everything store." How Tommy Jo expanded while maintaining a clear identity.   RESOURCES + LINKS Create your own signature menu using Ask Heather AI - watch how HERE! Turn every consult into a 10K sale with Heather AI! Learn more about The Med Spa Advantage HERE   FOLLOW Heather: @heatherterveen Website: heatherterveen.com

One of the biggest shifts we can make as property managers is moving beyond simply managing properties to genuinely managing investments. I'm joined by Tim Meyers, co-founder and Managing Partner of Winvest Management in Miami, who brings a unique corporate finance perspective to property management. Our conversation explores why financial transparency, proactive communication and genuine relationship-building aren't "extra" services–they're the foundation of creating trust with both owners and tenants.We unpack what it really means to elevate the customer experience, from providing meaningful monthly financial commentary instead of generic statements to questioning maintenance costs, negotiating better outcomes and helping owners understand the performance of their investment. Tim shares how small, consistent touchpoints, clear communication and attention to detail can transform client relationships, strengthen referrals and position your agency as a trusted advisor rather than simply a service provider.If you've ever wondered how to stand out in an increasingly competitive market, this conversation is a timely reminder that exceptional property management isn't about flashy ideas—it's about doing the fundamentals exceptionally well. We also discuss guarantees, leadership, the power of listening before offering solutions, and why understanding an owner's long-term goals allows you to make smarter decisions that deliver value well beyond rent collection.“Property management is a little bit like a game. There's a rulebook. There's things you're not allowed to do. Right. And I'm not a rule breaker. I'm not insinuating that I violate the rules. But in order to run things efficiently and in the best manner, you have to know the rulebook really well. You get to know when you're close to it. You got to know when you're potentially going to overstep the lines.” - Tim MeyersWe cover:Importance of attention to detail in property management.Utilizing technology to manage costs effectively.Addressing gaps in customer service and financial transparency in the industry.Leveraging corporate finance experience for better property financial management.Building trust with property owners and tenants.Proactive communication strategies in property management.Financial oversight and alignment with property owners' goals.Simplifying financial management processes for property managers.Emphasizing rental guarantees and service level commitments.The significance of referrals and relationship-building for business growth.A big shout-out to our amazing podcast partner Ailo.Ailo is an Australian property management software and app designed to streamline communication and payments between property managers, owners, and tenants. It offers in-app chat, real-time rent tracking, and maintenance management, aiming to modernise property management and improve transparency for all parties.Book an Ailo Demo and get your Mecca Gift Card:http://ailo.io/tpmFollow Ailo:https://www.instagram.com/ailohq/Kylie's Resources:Property Management Growth School: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/TPM-BDMSchoolDigital Marketing School: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/digitalschoolThat Property Mum Courses: https://www.thatpropertymum.com.au/courses/The PM Accelerate Membership: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/accelerateBook a Strategy Call with Kylie: https://calendly.com/kylie-tpm/coaching-call Kolmeo: https://kolmeo.com/Find out about our Done for You Lead Generation - https://calendly.com/kylie-tpm/done-for-you-leads-discovery-call35 AI Prompts to help you Grow your Business on Social Media: https://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/35-prompts-to-grow-your-property-management-business-on-social-mediahttps://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/5-misktakes-replayDigital Marketing and AI Academyhttps://courses.thatpropertymum.com.au/digitalmarketingyesConnect with Tim Meyers:https://winvestmanagement.com/Connect With Kylie:Follow Kylie Walker on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thatpropertymum_/Follow Kylie on Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/thatpropertymumConnect with Kylie on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylie-wal...Explore Kylie's Website - https://www.thatpropertymum.com.au/Watch Kylie on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thatpropertymum

In this episode, Jessica Lopez-Liggett, Commercial State Plan President for Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana, discusses rising healthcare costs, simplifying the member and provider experience through technology, and expanding high-quality, lower-cost care through provider partnerships. She also shares why addressing social determinants of health and bringing employers, providers and community organizations together is critical to improving healthcare.

Lots of board games have a stripped down or re-themed version for kids. Are they worth it? Well… sometimes. 0:00:00 Fact for 428 4/28, April 28, is the birthday of Carl Laemmle Jr. who was the head of production at Universal Studios from 1928 to 1936 and personally greenlit the original Classic Monster films (Dracula, Frankenstein, The Mummy), effectively creating the monster universe. (And there’s a rock with this number carved into it at “Darkmoor”, Universal Epic Universe.) Sponsor Message If this perspective sounds helpful (and you’d like something less generic), you too can book a free 15 minute call with First Move Financial at firstmovefinancial.com/familygamers to learn how they can help you invest wisely. Even if you don’t have a huge net worth. 0:04:25 What We’ve Been Playing Ham Helsing *Splendor Kids *The Four Doors (review coming soon!)Boop Shuffle *CarnutaJourney to Tir na nOg *Super Duo * (truly off the shelf of shame) (*) first time mentioned on The Family Gamers Podcast 0:21:20 July Monthly Report Andrew: 21 plays of 13 unique games. H-index: 3 (Little Alchemists, Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game, Palette) Anitra: 35 plays of 22 unique games. H-index: 3 (Little Alchemists, Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game, Unmatched, Palette) Most of our games were played at home, on the weekend, and/or with just 2 players. 0:23:30 The Family Gamers Community Welcome new members! 0:25:00 #Backtalk Just a few stories about your “tricky” moments. Read the responses on Facebook or #backtalk channel of the Discord. 0:27:40 Junior or “My First” Games These are games that start from an “adult” game that already exists and strip them down to something simpler so that younger kids can play it. It’s obvious why they exist: to bring in kids and introduce them to not just gaming *concepts* but to worlds/themes already well-branded. When they do it well, “My First” games follow our guidelines for very young children (see our Candy Land article), while keeping games tolerable for older kids & adults. Keep physical tasks simple, like rolling a single die. Other simple skills that could be used are matching, stacking, or pulling. Use durable equipment (dice, tokens, cardboard tiles rather than cards) Keep it short! Turns should take less than 30 seconds, unless all players are engaged on every turn. The whole game should take less than 20 minutes. Don't combine challenging mental tasks into a single “action” (like color matching with counting). Keep all players on equal footing. (Lots of luck will help even the playing field.) This is the same thing that happens in the B-mods we’ve tried! Simplifying decisions and keeping players on equal footing. But some “Junior” or “My First” games try to stay too close to the original, and the game suffers for it. Keeping more complicated mechanics bumps the minimum age back up (Ticket to Ride: First Journey is 6+, Catan Junior is 6-9), while removing elements that keep the “grown up” game interesting. Not exactly “My First” at that point, although these games can work well for slightly older kids who have never played a strategic game before. So which “My First” games do it well? The best “My First” games take board games that are already accessible to older kids and bring them down to a preschool level: Splendor Kids (which we just tried) keeps the set collection and engine building but changes the GOAL and progression to something more concrete – now it’s a race up a track! Animal Upon Animal Junior (stacking but with much larger sturdier pieces and a simpler game loop. Can combine with the “big kids” version.) More “junior” stacking games: Rhino Hero Junior (short shelf life but approachable for a 2 year old) and Suspend Junior (just as much fun for adults as kids!) My First Castle Panic – our NUMBER ONE recommendation Similar matching and planning as the big brother, but simplified. Same cooperation! Encourage children to “ask a friend for help” – better language but the same concept as “trading” cards. And what parent doesn’t love a game that cleans itself up as they play? Dragomino (My First Kingdomino) A more fun theme – hatching dragons! Adds luck (will your dragon egg hatch?) that gives some balance to scoring Points to probability instead of multiplication 0:53:00 A few more that take a much more complex and “adult” game down to a elementary school level: Little Alchemists focuses on only the deduction aspect of Alchemists, and uses a built in advancement/progression to slowly add complexity Kids Chronicles based on Chronicles of Crime takes same the basic idea “use the phone/tablet to look around, pick up items” and sets it in a friendly fantasy universe with very basic items and tasks – and a compelling story! 0:55:30 New Backtalk Question Lots of people ask us how to get our kids into board games. Do you think “My First” games are a good way to do it? Tell us on the #backtalk channel on our Discord, or in our Facebook community. Find Us Online: Facebook: @familygamersaa and thefamilygamers.com/communityTwitter (X): @familygamersaaInstagram: @familygamersaaTikTok: @familygamersaaBluesky: @familygamersaaThreads: @familygamersaaYoutube: TheFamilyGamers or join the Family Tabletop Community on Discord! thefamilygamers.com/discord Or, for the most direct method, email us! andrew@thefamilygamers.com and anitra@thefamilygamers.com. PLEASE don’t forget to subscribe to the show, tell your friends about the show, and leave us a review at Apple Podcast or whatever your podcast subscription source is. We’re also on Amazon Music, TuneIn, and Spotify. You can also now find us on YouTube Music! So pull it up and give us a listen while you’re toiling away at work :) If you’d like to support The Family Gamers, there’s three ways to do that. First, you can pick up some sweet sweet merch: T-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and stickers! Go to store.thefamilygamers.com You can also support us on Patreon, if that’s more your speed. We have a few different support tiers from just a couple of dollars to show your appreciation – which we appreciate – up to five, ten, or even $20/month. There are all sorts of different rewards you can get, which we tried to make unique. You can see those at thefamilygamers.com/patreon. Thirdly, you can start your Amazon shopping at TheFamilyGamers website, using our Amazon affiliate link. Music for The Family Gamers Podcast is provided with permission from You Bred Raptors? The Family Gamers is sponsored by First Move Financial. Go to FirstMoveFinancial.com/familygamers to learn how the team at First Move Financial can help you pile up the victory points. The post Episode 428 – Junior Games: Are They Worth It? appeared first on The Family Gamers.

Interhospital transfers are a critical part of ensuring patients receive the right care at the right time. Standardized processes can help improve patient flow, strengthen communication, and create more consistent experience for patients and care teams. Our host Shannon Hale sits down with Dr. Benjamin Buettner, Assistant Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine and Medical Director of the Transfer Center at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, to discuss how their system is improving transfers through standardization, collaboration and innovation.    Guest Speaker:  Benjamin P. Buettner, MD, FACP Assistant Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine Medical Director, Transfer Center The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Host: Shannon Hale, MHA, RN, CPHQ Senior Program Director, Performance Improvement Programs Vizient   Show Notes: [00:42] Inside Ohio State's Transfer Center and managing monthly bed requests [02:41] Why standardizing transfer processes improves consistency, patient safety and operational efficiency [05:22] Simplifying transfer reasons and redesigning workflows to support better decision making [06:21] Optimizing the electronic health record and building stakeholder buy-in  [07:57] Balancing patient needs with capacity management and making thoughtful transfer decisions [09:11] Investing in frontline nurses and using technology to improve transfer outcomes [11:48] Lessons learned from improving inter hospital transfer workflows and sustaining long term change [15:11] What's next for Ohio State including AI, predictive analytics and the future of transfer centers   Links | Resources: Contacting Knowledge on the Go: picollaboratives@vizientinc.com    Subscribe Today! Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Android RSS Feed  

In this episode, Katie Catlender, Chief Operating Officer at Point32Health, discusses the organization's push to consolidate legacy digital platforms, reduce administrative costs and create a simpler experience for members and providers. She also shares how Point32Health is using AI responsibly to personalize care, reduce friction and build trust while keeping members at the center.

In this episode, Katie Catlender, Chief Operating Officer at Point32Health, discusses the organization's push to consolidate legacy digital platforms, reduce administrative costs and create a simpler experience for members and providers. She also shares how Point32Health is using AI responsibly to personalize care, reduce friction and build trust while keeping members at the center.

Steve is joined by Ottawa Redblacks analyst Jeff Avery to take a look back at all the changes the clubs made this past week and ahead to their match up in Saskatchewan looking for their first win of the season.

Struggling pilates studio owner goes viral asking for help -- Mike Arce coaches her live on numbers, retention, ads, and pricing. Jess Landar runs a struggling pilates studio in Auckland, New Zealand. She posted on Instagram that she needed help, so Mike reached out and turned it into a live gym business audit. This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Her studio peaked at $15,000 NZD a month and had dropped to $10,000 when they sat down. Mike walks through her gym churn rate, her lifetime value, her ad data, and her pricing structure, and shows her the exact math that would triple her book of business without adding a single new member. This episode is for any struggling pilates studio owner, or any boutique fitness studio owner who feels like they are doing everything right and still losing ground. Mike coaches her live the same way he coaches the studios inside GSD Gyms, using real numbers instead of guesses. Part 2 covers her retention plan and her sales process. In this episode you'll learn: — Why her ad costs looked expensive but were actually some of the best Mike has seen — The churn math that shows what her book of business is really worth — How dropping churn from 11.3% to 4% could triple her lifetime value without a single new member — The three ways to grow revenue, and why only one made sense for her right now — The three ways to get more members, and the three ways to improve retention — Why community, not results, is now the number one reason people join and stay in a boutique studio — The four levels of certainty every prospect needs before they buy — Why her 12% close rate is actually better than it looks once you see the real math — The CRM and automation setup Mike recommends for following up with every lead — Why simplifying her four pricing tiers down to three could change her close rate — The homework Mike gave her to complete before Part 2 If you have ever felt like you are doing everything right and still losing ground, this live audit shows you exactly where to look first. Timestamps: — 0:00 Jess's viral Pilates studio story and why this episode exists — 1:34 Welcoming Jess to the podcast — 4:18 Studio peak revenue versus current revenue — 5:31 Revealing an 11.3% monthly churn rate — 7:32 Calculating her lifetime value and book of business — 10:11 What her book of business would be worth at 4% churn — 13:00 Her sales rate versus her attrition rate — 14:14 Three ways to increase revenue — 19:58 Three ways to improve retention — 33:00 Paid, earned, and owned leads — 36:09 The four levels of certainty before someone buys — 41:11 Reviewing her actual ad numbers — 1:10:33 Setting up a CRM and automation for lead follow-up — 1:24:31 Simplifying her pricing to three tiers — 1:27:14 Homework before Part 2 100K Plan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMPx7b3_LOA Behind Gym Doors Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnwaMl7Us7dAkfE6idQW56EYkEEQ2E5eE Go High Level (CRM Mike uses and recommends): https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=gsd-company11 Pricing Episode Mike References — "The Decoy Effect: How to Structure Your Gym's Pricing to Close More Members": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uzb8xuTOA4A Want an ad agency referral? DM GSD Gyms on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsdgyms Connect with Jess Landar: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereformerlibrary Mike walks Jess through the same math and process he uses with the $100K a month studios inside GSD Gyms. The plan behind how we get gyms there is right here. Turns out her ads were never the problem.

In today's episode, we're talking about how to make your business lighter. If you've felt overwhelmed in your business, alone, or bogged down by complicated systems, this episode is for you. We're covering 4 ways to feel lighter: Simplifying your systems so they cause you less stress & won't breakLeaning into what comes easily for you so you have less stress & feel lighterGetting involved in community so you can reach out when you feel aloneDoing something every day that brings you joy so you boost your creativity & reduce stressWant to join my free community? Join the Alt Biz Owners GroupReady for group coaching? Join the Dream Biz Playground Want to book a Positivity Power Hour?Sign Up HereConnect with me on InstagramVisit my Website

Feeling overwhelmed by canning and preserving your garden harvest? Wondering if you have to preserve everything you grow to make gardening worthwhile? In this episode, I share how my approach to food preservation has changed over the last few years and how I've found a healthier balance between growing, preserving, and enjoying life. You'll hear the lessons I learned after stepping back from doing it all, how I'm simplifying my preserving routine, and practical ideas you can use whether you have a large garden or just a few extra tomatoes. Free Download: Harvest to Jar Estimator Not sure what to do with 5, 10, or 25 pounds of tomatoes? The free Harvest to Jar Estimator shows you what you can realistically make from different harvest sizes so you can preserve with confidence. https://journeywithjill.net/tomato-harvest-to-jar Key Takeaways Learn how to simplify food preservation without giving it up completely. Discover how to prioritize the crops that matter most to your family. See practical ways to reduce preserving stress while still stocking your pantry. Find freezer, canning, and storage tips that save both time and energy. Create a preserving plan that fits your current season of life. Chapters 00:00 – Why my preserving approach changed 01:52 – My original preserving goals 04:14 – The setback that changed everything 06:33 – Taking a break from tomato canning 08:55 – Small-batch tomato preserving lessons 10:18 – My 2026 preserving plan 13:03 – Simplifying tomato preservation 17:44 – Scheduling preserving without burnout 20:05 – Deciding what not to preserve 24:20 – Prioritizing what matters most 28:02 – Freezer organization tips 31:22 – Steam canning advantages 33:07 – Garden planning that reduces preserving 35:20 – Finding a sustainable balance 36:15 – Free Harvest to Jar Estimator Resource Links Harvest to Jar Estimator (Free) https://journeywithjill.net/tomato-harvest-to-jar Friday Emails (Newsletter) https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup Recommended Brands & Products https://journeywithjill.net/recommended-brands-and-products/ Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebeginnersgarden Complete Garden Planner https://shop.journeywithjill.net/ Disclaimer Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links mentioned may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

In this episode, Heather continues her coaching series by bringing you inside a real coaching session with Elevate member Ashley Smith of Ashley Anita Photography. You can explore Ashley's beautiful work at https://ashleyanitaphotography.com/. Ashley has a creative idea to attract more clients through a signature session, but she's feeling stuck before she even begins. Together, she and Heather simplify the challenge, uncover the thoughts creating hesitation, and shift the focus from selling to serving. If you've ever had a great idea but talked yourself out of sharing it, this episode will help you move from overthinking to confident action. Key Takeaways:    Complicated thoughts create inaction. Simplifying the problem makes it much easier to move forward. Treat your ideas like experiments. You don't need certainty—you just need a willingness to test and learn. Don't let your current audience determine your future results. Growth begins when you start sharing consistently, not when you reach a certain follower count. Service is more powerful than selling. When you genuinely believe your offer helps people, marketing feels natural. Belief changes your energy. Confidence in yourself, your client, and your offer makes your message more compelling. One clear offer is more effective than endless overthinking. Simplicity creates clarity for both you and your clients. Marketing doesn't have to feel pushy. Inviting people to something valuable is an act of service. Consistency builds momentum. Committing to share your offer repeatedly gives it a chance to succeed. Abundance creates better decisions. When you aren't relying on one strategy to save your business, you can market with confidence instead of desperation. Action creates evidence. You'll never know what works until you're willing to put your idea into the world. How many incredible ideas have you talked yourself out of before anyone else had the chance to see them? The biggest obstacle to your next client may not be your marketing; it may be your thinking. One simple mindset shift can turn hesitation into action and ideas into opportunities. Press play and discover why simplifying the problem is often the fastest path to results. How to Support the Podcast: Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review. If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people. Join our next free coaching workshop: www.getcoachedbyheather.com Connect: Heather Lahtinen: Website, Facebook, Instagram   

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4107: Julie Freidell with No Sidebar describes the moment her bedroom filled with clutter despite her commitment to a simpler life, and what she did about it. She shares five strategies for getting back on track, from discarding the excess to reconnecting with your intentions, and explains why simplifying is a journey with no finish line. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/simplifying-journey/ Quotes to ponder: "You never stop finding ways to improve, never stop traveling that path and you keep making adjustments." "Figure out where the mess came from and make a plan to get it under control." "I couldn't focus on being present with my kids because I was too worried about all the work I needed to do." Optimal Living Daily is a daily personal development and self-improvement podcast where we narrate the best self-help articles on minimalism, productivity, and intentional living, read to you by a professional narrator so you can live your best life a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes God's presence and glory seems separated from everyday life, but what if daily grace can be experienced in the mundane? In this episode, Arlene talks with beloved author and artist Ruth Chou Simons about her new book, This Moment Matters: 100 Ways to Cultivate a Grace-Laced Life. Ruth shares how raising six boys reshaped her expectations of motherhood, and how she turns ordinary tasks — cooking, closets, evening routines — into moments of discipleship. They discuss scripture memory that adapts to different seasons of life, stewarding a home without chasing perfection, and the practice of looking your children in the eye instead of calling out instructions across the room. The conversation offers practical ways to notice God's presence in daily, unremarkable moments. 01:43 – Raising six boys and letting go of the story she expected 04:12 – Turning kitchen prep time into discipleship moments 07:11 – Teaching multiple kids at once without needing to be perfect 09:58 – Scripture memory that fits your actual season, not a perfect system 12:32 – Stewarding your home as a haven, not a showcase 16:37 – Simplifying your closet and choosing a signature accessory 20:41 – Why looking your kids in the eye changes everything Connect with Ruth Chou Simons on her website Shop Ruth Chou Simons' art and more at GraceLaced Follow Ruth Chou Simons on Instagram Learn more about Ruth's new book, This Moment Matters: 100 Ways to Cultivate a Grace-Laced Life More Resources from Arlene Pellicane: SUBSCRIBE to Arlene's newsletter "What I'm Learning This Week" and get the checklist, 7 Warning Signs of Screen Overuse. Check out Arlene's BOOKS including Parents Rising, Screen Kids, and Making Marriage Easier. Follow Arlene on Instagram and/or Facebook Watch the podcast on Arlene's YouTube Channel How did Arlene's kids adapt to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words. Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast? Want to invite Arlene to speak to your group? Email speaking@arlenepellicane.com Not sure about a smartphone for your child? Check out the Gabb Wireless phone for kids and teens (use the promo code ARLENE) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4107: Julie Freidell with No Sidebar describes the moment her bedroom filled with clutter despite her commitment to a simpler life, and what she did about it. She shares five strategies for getting back on track, from discarding the excess to reconnecting with your intentions, and explains why simplifying is a journey with no finish line. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/simplifying-journey/ Quotes to ponder: "You never stop finding ways to improve, never stop traveling that path and you keep making adjustments." "Figure out where the mess came from and make a plan to get it under control." "I couldn't focus on being present with my kids because I was too worried about all the work I needed to do." Optimal Living Daily is a daily personal development and self-improvement podcast where we narrate the best self-help articles on minimalism, productivity, and intentional living, read to you by a professional narrator so you can live your best life a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) - Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4107: Julie Freidell with No Sidebar describes the moment her bedroom filled with clutter despite her commitment to a simpler life, and what she did about it. She shares five strategies for getting back on track, from discarding the excess to reconnecting with your intentions, and explains why simplifying is a journey with no finish line. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nosidebar.com/simplifying-journey/ Quotes to ponder: "You never stop finding ways to improve, never stop traveling that path and you keep making adjustments." "Figure out where the mess came from and make a plan to get it under control." "I couldn't focus on being present with my kids because I was too worried about all the work I needed to do." Optimal Living Daily is a daily personal development and self-improvement podcast where we narrate the best self-help articles on minimalism, productivity, and intentional living, read to you by a professional narrator so you can live your best life a little more every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to today's podcast... Life can get very complicated and stressful what with all of the ‘hats' we wear. We sometimes let others control our activities and determine our priorities.  So how do we simplify it so that our life is more manageable and enjoyable and we are more resilient? Realization and acceptance can be the first steps to gaining control.  Accept that it's impossible to do it all and it's all right if you don't, in fact, it's much better if you don't. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!  Here are today's Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Simplify Your Life Week: Avoid blaming others and situations – WE have the ultimate decision on how OUR time will be spent. Develop and set your priorities and say ‘No' to those things which are not your priority. Planning and time management are essential skills. Prepare for the transition from work to home by planning your work-related activities for the next day before you leave the office.  Do not over-program yourself or your family. Make the morning routine as simple as possible, leaving yourself more than enough time for ‘emergencies'. Our stress can be negatively impacted by the way in which we organize our daily activities and routines, and by the organization or lack there of in our physical environment.  Simplifying routines and de-junking physical space can increase our efficiency, our effectiveness and can add to a sense of control which can help us create a calm and peaceful presence. If you like today's wellness tips, let me know. You can leave me a review on amazon or through your #alexa app. Discover how to take small steps towards a healthier, happier, less-stressed you by visiting my website at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr

What does it take to build a $1.5M business with only a 20,000-person email list and a YouTube channel? I sat down with Layla Pomper, the founder of ProcessDriven, who has done exactly that. Layla built her business to 150,000 YouTube subscribers teaching small business owners how to systemize their operations. What I found particularly insightful was her journey from services to courses, and back to a hybrid model that's now allowed her to triple her income. She shares what she's seeing many creators miss, her unique approach to sales calls, and the "one weird trick" that made all the difference in her business. If you have a course or are thinking of building one, you need to watch this entire episode.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:16 Layla's revenue ceiling with courses02:47 Layla's original course model04:32 How Layla added services to break through the ceiling06:45 Pricing model of Layla's services08:15 Explanation of Layla's pricing structure11:00 Layla's counterintuitive sales strategy14:08 Key metrics Layla tracks in her business17:13 Finding and fixing bottlenecks20:44 The power of a small, engaged email list23:19 Revenue per subscriber analysis25:26 Simplifying complex business models32:46 The best of products and services combined40:15 Turning client questions into YouTube content49:00 The value of customer conversations in services57:24 The tailored productized service structure1:01:36 Mistakes when adding services1:03:07 The critical mistake of undercharging1:04:09 Layla's lead generation strategy1:07:08 YouTube content strategy and calls to actionIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave a review. I read every single one.Learn more about the podcast: https://nathanbarry.com/showFollow Nathan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanbarryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbarryX: https://twitter.com/nathanbarryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenathanbarryshowWebsite: https://nathanbarry.comKit: https://kit.comFollow Layla:Website: https://www.processdriven.coYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaylaPomperLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laylapomperFeatured in this episode:Kit: https://www.kit.comThe Goal: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/11128.The_GoalBuilt to Sell: https://builtosell.comSCORE: https://www.score.orgHighlights:01:29 – Breaking through the infamous revenue ceiling12:07 – The powerful impact of listening in sales30:30 – The circularity of business growth43:10 – Creating content by answering real questions55:18 – Giving customers what they actually want

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Trying cases in conservative venues requires more than adjusting your presentation.It requires better judgment.In this episode of Best Practices with Kenny Berger, Kenny sits down with veteran trial lawyer Michael Goldberg of Fried Goldberg to discuss the practical decisions that shape successful trial strategy long before a jury begins deliberating. Drawing on decades of experience trying cases across the Southeast, Michael explains how to evaluate a venue, determine what a case is truly worth, and build the credibility that allows jurors to trust both you and your client.What You'll LearnMichael shares practical strategies for:Evaluating whether a venue is actually conservative instead of relying on reputation.Determining case value based on venue demographics, jury history, and local insight.Building credibility from opening statement through closing argument.Simplifying witness testimony and eliminating unnecessary evidence.Asking for significant damages with confidence while maintaining credibility.Helping jurors reach the right conclusion without over-arguing your case.Presenting a more efficient trial that respects jurors' time and attention.The Bigger LessonThis conversation goes beyond trial tactics.Michael explains why great trial lawyers don't overwhelm jurors with information. They earn trust by keeping their promises, presenting only what matters, and giving jurors the confidence to reach the right conclusion on their own.Whether you're preparing for trial in a conservative venue or simply looking to become a more disciplined and persuasive advocate, this episode offers practical lessons that can strengthen the way you prepare every case.

How can museums increase revenue without charging mandatory admission? Andy Povey is joined by Andrew Given, CEO of Queer Britain, who shares how Queer Britain's Pay What You Can model generated more than three times the previous donation income while making the museum more accessible to visitors. The discussion covers fundraising strategies, donor psychology, visitor data, inclusive storytelling, partnerships, and why cultural organisations should embrace experimentation and innovation.   Topics Discussed The founding story of Queer Britain Building the UK's national LGBTQ+ museum Operating without government funding Diversifying museum income streams Pay What You Can admission strategy Tripling visitor donations through voluntary giving Donor psychology and visitor behavior Making museums more accessible Collecting visitor data through online bookings Using visitor insights to improve experiences Community engagement and volunteer programs LGBTQ+ history and cultural preservation Museum storytelling and exhibitions Partnerships with major cultural institutions Innovation in museums and visitor attractions Lessons for nonprofit fundraising Sustainable museum business models Improving the visitor journey Simplifying online ticket booking The future of museum innovation   Show references:    Andrew Given - Chief Executive at Queer Britain Museum https://queerbritain.org.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/queer-britain/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/awtgiven/   Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your guest host is Andy Povey. If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. Credits: Written by Emily Burrows (Plaster) Edited by Steve Folland Produced by Emily Burrows and Sami Entwistle (Plaster) Download The Visitor Attractions Website Survey Report - https://www.merac.co.uk/download-the-visitor-attractions-survey We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

I my latest Superdrug Beauty Column, I share why the best skincare routine is one that hinges on the 'Core Four'. Four proven active ingredients that protect, hydrate, restore and regenerate your skin and provide the foundation for a truly epic, fool-proof routine. Would you strip your routine back to these four actives?Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Rejection As Redirection, How to Get On Board with Caitlin Spears In this week's episode of Wellness As A Way of Life I am focusing on how to reframe rejection into a blessing in disguise with Caitlin Spears. We chatted about: Simplifying your self-care. Less is more in terms of exercise. How she changed her relationship with alcohol Caitlin Spears is a certified health and nutrition coach, fitness coach, and founder of Complete by Caitlin. At 18 she experienced a rejection from the show ‘America's Next Top Model,' which affected her relationship with her body and food. She went on to have a successful modeling career and became a certified health and nutrition coach. Caitlin's mission is to empower individuals to feel healthy and confident, focusing on physical well-being and self-realization. She holds certifications from the IIN Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Precision Nutrition, and ACE Fitness. Links: https://www.caitlinspears.com/https://www.facebook.com/people/Caitlin-Shey-Spears/100044576373040/https://www.instagram.com/caitlinsheyspears/https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-spears-32b837285/https://www.tiktok.com/@caitlinsheyspears?_t=8eLDwByo3Df&_r=1 Click here to listen to my interview with Barbara San-Roman Thank you for listening! When you are listening please take a screenshot and share it on social media and tag me @meganswanwellness ! We would really appreciate it. Connect with Megan Swan http://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellness http://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness www.meganswanwellness.com ELEVATE + LEAD 8 Sessions to Embodied & Sustainable Leadership for Women in Corporate A strategic leadership development experience for women to enhance their capacity– a comprehensive approach to optimizing, retaining, and developing resilient executive leadership in corporate spaces. https://beboldgroup.myflodesk.com/

Rejection As Redirection, How to Get On Board with Caitlin Spears In this week's episode of Wellness As A Way of Life I am focusing on how to reframe rejection into a blessing in disguise with Caitlin Spears. We chatted about: Simplifying your self-care. Less is more in terms of exercise. How she changed her relationship with alcohol Caitlin Spears is a certified health and nutrition coach, fitness coach, and founder of Complete by Caitlin. At 18 she experienced a rejection from the show ‘America's Next Top Model,' which affected her relationship with her body and food. She went on to have a successful modeling career and became a certified health and nutrition coach. Caitlin's mission is to empower individuals to feel healthy and confident, focusing on physical well-being and self-realization. She holds certifications from the IIN Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Precision Nutrition, and ACE Fitness. Links: https://www.caitlinspears.com/https://www.facebook.com/people/Caitlin-Shey-Spears/100044576373040/https://www.instagram.com/caitlinsheyspears/https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-spears-32b837285/https://www.tiktok.com/@caitlinsheyspears?_t=8eLDwByo3Df&_r=1 Click here to listen to my interview with Barbara San-Roman Thank you for listening! When you are listening please take a screenshot and share it on social media and tag me @meganswanwellness ! We would really appreciate it. Connect with Megan Swan http://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellness http://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness www.meganswanwellness.com ELEVATE + LEAD 8 Sessions to Embodied & Sustainable Leadership for Women in Corporate A strategic leadership development experience for women to enhance their capacity– a comprehensive approach to optimizing, retaining, and developing resilient executive leadership in corporate spaces. https://beboldgroup.myflodesk.com/

How can football coaches simplify complicated concepts, develop smarter offensive linemen, and build stronger relationships with their players? In Episode 467 of The Gametime Guru, Shane Larson sits down with Coach Ian Tatum, a North Carolina football coach, offensive line educator, clinic instructor, and content creator known for making football strategy easier to understand. Coach Tatum shares his journey from beginning football in eighth grade to walking on at Gardner-Webb and eventually discovering that coaching was his true calling. He explains the transition from playing the game to teaching it, why great coaching requires more than a whistle, and how mentorship, communication, and genuine relationships shape athletes both on and off the field. In this episode, you will learn: Why youth football development requires structure and consistent coaching How to coach athletes at different ages and experience levels Why the crawl, walk, run teaching method is effective How Coach Tatum simplifies football concepts for players and coaches The importance of playside and backside offensive line rules How to teach gap schemes such as power, counter, and duo Why leverage and technique can help smaller offensive linemen succeed How offensive linemen process defensive fronts and solve problems at the line of scrimmage Why tight ends, H-backs, and bigger personnel groupings are returning to football The biggest life lesson Coach Tatum has learned from the game Coach Tatum also addresses the misconception that offensive linemen are simply the biggest players on the field. Offensive linemen must communicate, recognize defensive changes, understand multiple techniques, make decisions under pressure, and execute physically on every play. The conversation closes with one of Coach Tatum's most important lessons: be genuine. Players know when a coach truly cares, and authentic leadership can create relationships and memories that last far beyond a football season. This episode is valuable for youth football coaches, high school football coaches, offensive line coaches, players, parents, and anyone interested in football leadership, teaching, strategy, and player development. Follow Coach Ian Tatum: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachTatum  X/Twitter: https://x.com/CoachTatum90  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoachTatum90  Support The Gametime Guru: Get 10% off Grit Sticks by using code GTG10 at checkout. Website: https://gritsticks.com Subscribe to The Gametime Guru for more conversations with athletes, coaches, and sports figures from around the world.

Todd Graves has done years of analysis on one of the most unique golf swings in history — Mo Norman's. Todd joins host Josh Karp to discuss how other golfers can recreate Mo's swing, the key to hitting the ball straighter, and what to remove from your swing to get better results. For exclusive content and first access check out Corrected Mistakes on Substack: https://substack.com/@correctedmistake  Amazon Storefront: https://shorturl.at/K0UoA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Heather kicks off a brand-new coaching series by bringing you inside a real coaching session with Elevate member Dave Mayes of Instinct Pet Photography. Dave Mayes is the owner of Instinct Pet Photography in Australia. You can view his incredible work here: https://instinctpetphoto.com/ Together, they simplify a challenge that many business owners face: struggling to truly switch off from work. What begins as a conversation about taking a day off quickly uncovers the real issue beneath the surface—and it's probably not what you think. Key Takeaways:   Complicated problems create confusion. Simplifying the real issue makes it much easier to find a solution. The challenge isn't always what it appears to be. What feels like a productivity issue may actually be a trust issue. Protocols create freedom. Clear boundaries around work and communication make it easier to truly unplug. You don't have to respond immediately to be professional. Healthy expectations create better experiences for both you and your clients. Trust yourself—and your business. Believing everything will fall apart without you is often just a story your brain is telling. Most client situations aren't emergencies. Recognizing this allows you to create healthier boundaries without sacrificing great service. Your thoughts determine how well you rest. It's not just putting the phone away—it's learning how to quiet your mind. Coaching helps uncover the real problem. Sometimes one question is all it takes to reveal what's actually keeping you stuck. Small mindset shifts create lasting change. Solving the right problem leads to better habits, better decisions, and greater peace of mind. You don't have to figure everything out alone. Learning alongside others accelerates growth and helps you solve challenges faster. What if the reason you can't switch off has nothing to do with your workload? What if the real problem is the story you're telling yourself about what will happen if you do? This coaching session uncovers one simple shift that can completely change how you work—and how you rest. Press play and discover the real problem hiding beneath the surface. How to Support the Podcast: Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review. If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people. Join our next free coaching workshop: www.getcoachedbyheather.com Connect: Heather Lahtinen: Website, Facebook, Instagram 

Welcome to Design Business Freedom. I'm Melissa Galt, and in this fan-favorite episode, you'll learn how to create an interior design welcome kit that builds trust, communicates your value, and helps potential clients feel confident choosing your firm. A strong welcome kit is more than a collection of attractive pages. It is a strategic interior design marketing tool that introduces your team, explains your process, showcases relevant results, and sets clear expectations before the client signs an agreement. In This Episode You Will Learn: Choose the right welcome kit format for each potential client, including digital, printed, or elevated boxed presentations. Use your welcome kit as a pre-sale marketing tool that warms up qualified prospects and positions your interior design firm as the best choice. Present your interior design process in five to seven clear, client-friendly steps without overwhelming prospects with unnecessary details. Build persuasive case studies that connect past projects with the specific needs, goals, and project type of each potential client. Create an interior investment guideline that helps Design Business Freedom listeners set realistic expectations around furnishings, design fees, procurement, shipping, and project investment. While one word can truly grow your profits, mastering more will lead to a full business and personal transformation. Get them all in my book "The Language of Success: 35 Words to Boost Your Worth and Wealth". You'll be pleasantly surprised at the effectiveness of these word swaps and the increased confidence you'll feel in business and life.  Timestamps: (00:04) Welcome to this Design Business Freedom fan favorite (01:27) How a strategic welcome kit can win clients (01:54) Why printed welcome kits create lasting impact (03:31) Designing a tactile, sensory client marketing experience (04:40) Matching the welcome kit to client opportunity (05:17) Using welcome kits before the client commits (06:55) Essential information to include about your firm (08:38) Simplifying your interior design process for clients (11:15) Replacing confusing design terminology with client-friendly language (12:08) Creating a polished, graphic, memorable presentation (14:31) Weaving testimonials and social proof throughout your kit (15:02) Building a versatile library of project case studies (19:12) Setting expectations with an estimated project timeline (21:39) Creating a clear interior investment guideline (30:08) Reviewing every component of a winning welcome kit Key Takeaways: Your welcome kit should be delivered before the contract is signed when its purpose is to market your firm and help win the project. Clear, client-friendly language builds more confidence than technical interior design terminology. Interior designers should tailor case studies, testimonials, and investment information to the needs of each qualified prospect. A strong Design Business Freedom welcome kit turns completed projects into reusable marketing assets that attract better clients and bigger opportunities. About Melissa Galt: Melissa Galt is an award-winning business coach, marketing consultant, speaker, and interior designer with more than 30 years of experience helping interior designers build profitable, scalable, and sustainable businesses. Through Design Business Freedom, Melissa shares proven Interior Design Business strategies, Interior Design Marketing insights, leadership training, pricing expertise, and growth systems designed to help designers attract better clients, increase profitability, and create lasting success. Connect with Melissa Instagram Facebook Linkedin Website  

In this episode, Bradley sits down with Scott Grates, insurance agency owner, author of Referrals Done Right, and sales trainer for Coach P Consulting, to talk about simplifying a business, delegating almost everything, and growing through relationships instead of cold outreach. Scott shares how selling his company sharpened his focus and why he now runs every decision through one filter: does this help him recruit, train, and develop his team.They discuss the inverted delegation funnel that starts with declining work rather than doing it, why checking your ego is the real prerequisite for handing anything off, and why the shift toward AI leaves no room for B and C players. Scott also breaks down how he trains salespeople foundation-first, grades customers A, B, and C, and has built a referral engine that produces more than a thousand introductions a year.This conversation moves beyond delegation tactics and into how an owner decides what actually deserves their time. What could you decline instead of do? Are you protecting production at the expense of the culture your team works inside? And what would it take to build customer acquisition around relationships you already have? If you want to simplify your business, raise your standard for who stays on the team, and grow through referrals, this conversation is for you.Visit https://workshop.blueprintos.com to register for the upcoming Above The Business workshop.Learn more about Scott Grates: scottgrates.comPick up Scott's book, Referrals Done Right: https://a.co/d/0e5SXQ30 Check out Scott's podcast, Referrals Done Right: scottgrates.com/rdr-podcastThanks to our sponsorsCoach P ConsultingCoach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner, leading a large and stable team of top-performing professionals. Today, he shares the systems, delegation strategies, and specialization methods he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at:https://www.coachpconsulting.comBe sure to mention you heard about it on the Above The Business Podcast.Autopilot RecruitingAutopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every business day, optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities.https://www.autopilotrecruiting.comMention Above The Business Podcast when you reach out.Direct ClicksDirect Clicks is built by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that drive real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide comprehensive digital marketing support to help your business grow.Exclusive offer for listeners:https://directclicksinc.com/abovethebusinessGet a free marketing campaign audit and actionable recommendations.About Above The BusinessAbove The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect by building systems, teams, and operations that scale.

Charles Spicer describes how, following the May 1940 retreat at Dunkirk, Winston Churchill became Prime Minister, finally acting on the intelligence Christie had provided for years. The polemic Guilty Men was published, simplifying the blame for the war onto appeasers like Chamberlain and Baldwin. Meanwhile, Lord Lothian, serving as ambassador to the US, successfully mobilized the "arsenal of democracy" by persuading Roosevelt and the American public to support Britain. The segment also notes the Rudolf Hess mystery, as the deputy Führer flew to Scotland in 1941, mistakenly believing his Fellowship connections could facilitate a peace treaty with the British elite. (14)1939

What if the very thing you've been hiding is the key to unlocking everything you want? In this episode, Lacy and Jessica explore a gentler chapter of manifestation: one rooted in authenticity, self-trust, and coming home to who you truly are. They share updates from the Be Seen Challenge and unpack the subtle ways we hide: people-pleasing, over-explaining, perfectionism, and chasing external validation. True visibility isn't about being louder or more performative — it's about feeling safe enough to own your desires, trust your intuition, and let your authentic self become your strongest signal. Plus, they answer listener questions on confidence, manifestation tests, relationship shadows, finances, and embodying the liberating “f*ck it” energy that comes from truly trusting yourself. Ready to tap into what's waiting to be seen? Take the Be Seen Challenge kickoff quiz (also in the TBM app) and discover the places in your life that are ready to transform.  Full show notes → https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast   Resources: Last Chance: $23/Month Ends Monday Our lowest price of the season disappears Monday, July 20 at 11:59pm PST. Don't miss this chance to lock in your Pathway membership for just $23/month and start manifesting the life you deserve.   The Be Seen Challenge Quiet your inner critic, stop playing small, and start manifesting the life you truly want. Now live inside The Pathway.   Free Masterclass: Step Into Your F*ck It Energy If you missed our live masterclass with Lacy and Jessica — don't worry, you can still watch the replay! Learn how to step into your f*ck it energy and feel genuinely safe being seen.   Join the Pathway Membership Use code EXPANDED for 20% off your first month! The Pathway Membership gives you unlimited access to all of our manifestation workshops—including How to Manifest, Unblocking Your Inner Child, Shadow, Love, Money, Rock Bottoms, Ruts, and Energetic Updates —plus 70+ self-hypnosis tracks designed to unlock your full potential. LEARN MORE HERE   Get the latest from TBM Join the Pathway now - Return to Magic Challenge, Money Challenge, and Nervous System Reset available now! New to TBM? Free Offerings to Get You Started Learn the Process! Expanded Podcast - How to Manifest Anything You Desire  Get Expanded! The Motivation - Testimonial Library Ready to find out what's holding you back? Try our Free Clarity Exercise Be an EXPANDER! Share Your Manifestation Story Submit to Be a Process Guest What did you manifest during the Return to Magic Challenge? Share a voice note of your question, block, or Process to be featured in an episode! This Episode Is Brought to You By:  Nutrafol - Get $10 your first month's subscription + free shipping with code TBM Nutrafol Women Fatty15 - go to fatty15.com/TBM use code TBM at checkout to get an additional 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit In this episode we talk about: The energetic shift from the Year of Stripping to the Refinement Era Why authenticity is becoming the most magnetic frequency Updates and breakthroughs from the Be Seen Challenge Understanding your authentic signal versus performing for validation The feminine version of "f*ck it" energy How people-pleasing quietly blocks manifestation Why disconnecting from technology strengthens intuition Manifesting a home that reflects your authentic self Recognizing manifestation blinders caused by overstimulation Working through time pressure, urgency, and manifestation timelines How relationship shadows appear when you begin expanding Learning to trust your own desires without seeking permission Ancient beauty rituals for nervous system regulation and intuitive connection Simplifying finances and creating energetic spaciousness Why raw authenticity will become more valuable than perfectly curated content Mentioned In the Episode:  Learn more about Signal and authenticity in our Signal Ep Learn more about the energetics of 2026 and 2027 and the Refinement Era in The Hidden Fear Blocking Your Manifestations Right Now Tune into Lacy's Substack! - By Candlelight - Join Here Jessica's fave for hair health: Nutrafol, Act & Acre Shampoo Lacy's fave for hair health: Mason Pearson brush, Act & Acre Dermastamp Find our Be Seen Challenge plus all our workshops and all workshops mentioned inside our Pathway Membership! (Including the Worst Case Scenario DI, Golden Shadow DI, Safe to Be Seen DI) HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill)Available now! The Expanded Podcast, from To Be Magnetic™ (TBM), is the leading manifestation podcast rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and energetics. Hosted by TBM's Chief Content Officer Jessica Gill, with monthly appearances from founder Lacy Phillips, Expanded is where science and the mystical meet to help you manifest in the most grounded, practical, and life-changing way.At TBM, we've redefined manifestation through Neural Manifestation™—our proven, science-backed method developed with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart. This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity.Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible. Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you'll learn how to: – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true selfWith over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. Think of it as your weekly practice for expanding your mind, believing what you want is possible, and manifesting the life you're meant to live.Past guests include leading voices such as Mel Robbins, Lewis Howes, Jenna Zoe, Martha Beck, Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Gabor Maté, Mark Groves, and Brianna Wiest. 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Something Is Changing Around Here (And I Wanted You to Hear It from Me) Over the past several years, I've had the privilege of helping thousands of women create homes they truly love. Along the way, I've learned something important: It's not more decorating advice that creates the biggest transformation. It's having a clear path. Today's episode is a little different than usual because I'm taking you behind the scenes to share an exciting change that's coming to fig & farm (at home) this fall—and what it means for you. If you've ever thought about joining The Collective or booking a Decorating SOS Call, I also want to make sure you know about a few important changes happening before September. This isn't about creating urgency for the sake of urgency. It's simply about making sure you have all the information before things change. In this episode, we'll talk about: Why I'm simplifying the way I help women decorate their homes. What I've learned after years of coaching hundreds of women. The exciting new direction coming to fig & farm (at home) this September. What changes are happening to my current offers. Why now is the best time to join The Collective or schedule a Decorating SOS Call if you've been thinking about it. A first look at The Cozy Home Reset and why I'm so excited to share more soon. Here's what's changing: ✨ The Collective If you've been wanting ongoing decorating support, monthly lessons, decorating challenges and live coaching calls, now is the time to join. Current members—and anyone who joins before July 26th—will keep today's pricing of $12/month for as long as they remain a member. ✨ Decorating SOS Call Need help getting unstuck in one specific room? We'll spend 60 minutes together creating a clear plan for your space so you know exactly what to do next. The current investment of $127 is available through July 26th. After that, this offer will no longer be publicly available in its current form, and future 1:1 sessions will be offered differently. Looking Ahead Beginning this September, I'll be introducing something I've been building behind the scenes: The Cozy Home Reset. I can't wait to share everything with you, but for now, just know this... It's designed to be the clearest, simplest path I've ever created to help you build a home that feels like you. More details are coming soon! Resources Mentioned ✨ Join The Collective before July 26th. ✨ Book your Decorating SOS Call before July 26th. ✨ Join my email list so you're the first to hear all the details about The Cozy Home Reset when they're announced. Thank You Whether you've been listening since the beginning or just recently found the podcast, thank you for inviting me into your home each week. I'm so grateful you're here, and I can't wait to share what's next. Until next time... Happy decorating!

Newly elected Cook County Assessor Pat Hynes joins us to share his plan for bringing fair, accurate, and predictable property assessments! Pat starts by discussing the flaws in the current property assessment system and his plan to improve and simplify the system! He shares an emotive story on why he decided to take on the county assessor role. Pat gets granular on common mistakes made on tax appeals and the methodology behind accurate valuations. He closes with insights on the Chicago Bears Stadium site selection and an extremely bullish outlook on Chicago! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Properties for Sale on the North Side?  We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guest: Pat Hynes, Cook County Link: Pay Hynes - Lyons Township Page Link: The Devil in the White City (Book Recommendation) Guest Questions:  02:07 Housing Provider Tip - Review property characteristics on tax assessor's website to catch inaccurate info! 02:56 Intro to our guest, Pat Hynes! 11:06 Bringing transparency to property taxation. 17:02 An idealized property valuation approach. 21:47 Pat's motivation to take on the Cook County Assessor role. 27:08 Common mistakes made on property tax appeals. 29:19 The process for valuing condominium buildings. 30:40 Simplifying the appeal process! 39:04 Property tax incentives for providing affordable housing. 43:48 Pat's criteria for a successful term as Cook County Assessor! 45:15 Tax implications for the Chicago Bears Stadium site selection! 50:06 Data Center Taxation. 51:49 What is your competitive advantage? 52:04 One piece of advice for new investors. 52:32 What do you do for fun? 53:09 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend?  53:26 Local Network Recommendation?  54:34 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Paul Kaplan, economist, CFA charterholder, former Director of Research at Morningstar Canada, and co-author of Lifetime Financial Advice, for a fascinating exploration of life cycle finance. Drawing on decades of research in economics, portfolio construction, and asset allocation, Paul explains how financial planning should be grounded in optimizing lifetime consumption rather than relying on disconnected rules of thumb.   We explore how life cycle finance integrates consumption, saving, investing, and retirement spending into a single framework, why risk tolerance and risk capacity are fundamentally different concepts, and how human capital should be treated as part of an investor's balance sheet. Paul also walks through the life cycle model he and Tom Idzorek developed, explains why traditional retirement rules like the 4% rule lack theoretical foundations, and demonstrates an open-source spreadsheet that allows anyone to experiment with the model for themselves. This conversation brings together economics, portfolio theory, and financial planning into a practical framework for making better lifetime financial decisions.   Key Points From This Episode: (0:04) Introduction to Dr. Paul Kaplan and the topic of life cycle finance. (4:38) What life cycle finance is and why consumption smoothing is its central objective. (5:20) How life cycle models optimize saving, investing, retirement spending, insurance, and annuities. (6:36) Linking life cycle finance with Harry Markowitz's mean-variance optimization. (8:38) Why consumption—not wealth accumulation—is the true focus of financial planning. (9:56) The concept of an economic balance sheet: financial assets, human capital, liabilities, and net worth. (10:59) Holistic investor profiling beyond traditional risk tolerance questionnaires. (13:23) Why risk tolerance and risk capacity should never be combined into a single score. (16:48) Assessing the risk characteristics of human capital. (17:36) Applying utility theory behind the scenes in financial planning software. (19:15) Sample profiling questions that measure lifetime consumption preferences. (20:54) Why maximizing lifetime utility ultimately means optimizing consumption. (22:55) How preferences, needs, and circumstances shape lifetime financial plans. (24:13) The primary outputs of a life cycle model: consumption and asset allocation. (25:01) The roles of life insurance and annuities in lifetime financial planning. (27:44) How uncertain investment returns influence both spending and asset allocation. (28:19) Why longevity assumptions are critical in retirement planning. (29:37) Simplifying complex life cycle optimization into practical formulas. (30:27) Why life cycle finance challenges rules of thumb like the 4% withdrawal rule. (31:12) Flexible retirement spending versus fixed withdrawal strategies. (34:01) Why consumption should be treated as an output rather than an input. (36:05) The importance of asset location and after-tax portfolio construction. (37:04) Why asset allocation and asset location should be solved simultaneously. (38:19) Harry Markowitz on why asset allocation became the foundation of modern investing. (40:06) The need for financial planning software built on life cycle theory. (41:55) A walkthrough of Paul's open-source life cycle finance spreadsheet. (46:58) Understanding economic balance sheets and asset mix visualizations. (49:17) Which investor characteristics have the greatest influence on optimal asset allocation. (50:52) Why Nobel Prize-winning life cycle finance research has yet to become mainstream practice. (51:37) The evolving role of financial advisors in helping clients make rational financial decisions. (52:50) How Paul's own investment philosophy emphasizes indexing and asset allocation. (54:13) Factor investing, popularity theory, and connecting behavioral finance with asset pricing. (56:42) Paul's definition of success: applying first principles with rigor and integrity throughout his career. Links From Today's Episode: Meet with PWL Capital: https://calendly.com/d/3vm-t2j-h3p Rational Reminder on iTunes — https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rational-reminder-podcast/id1426530582. Rational Reminder on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/rationalreminder/ Rational Reminder on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Benjamin Felix — https://pwlcapital.com/our-team/ Benjamin on X — https://x.com/benjaminwfelix Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/ Dr. Paul Kaplan: https://www.paulkaplan.com/  Lifetime Financial Advice (CFA Institute Research Foundation): Lifetime Financial Advice| Research Foundation  Life Cycle Finance Spreadsheet (Paul Kaplan's website): https://www.paulkaplan.com/lifetime-financial-advice  *Disclosure: Links to third-party materials are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of the products or services offered therein. Frontiers of Modern Asset Allocation (Wiley): https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Frontiers+of+Modern+Asset+Allocation-p-9781118029689  Popularity: A Bridge Between Classical and Behavioral Finance (CFA Institute Research Foundation): https://rpc.cfainstitute.org/research/foundation/2021/popularity-a-bridge-between-classical-and-behavioral-finance   Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)  

In this episode of The GaryVee Audio Experience, I sit down on New York Knights with Lyrical Lemonade to talk about why love defeats hate every time and why the American Dream has never been greater. I share my biggest professional Kryptonite — lack of candor — and how that affected my professional life. I also discuss live shopping as the 2011 social moment and why pointing thumbs instead of fingers is the only way out.You'll learn about:• Why Love Defeats Hate• Kind Candor as a Leader• Why Live Shopping is 2011 Social• Pointing Thumbs Over Fingers• The Power of Simplifying