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On this episode I'm joined by Zach Babcock. Zach is an ex-con turned entrepreneur. He spent over 5 years in prison, and after getting out of prison in 2014, went on to eventually become a successful podcaster, entrepreneur, and now public speaker.He now runs underdog empowerment, a top-rated apple podcast and resource designed to help alpha under entrepreneurs win by building a dominant brand and explosive 6 figure businesses.Zach's story is proof that anyone can turn their life into one of success, no matter what obstacles you face. He also breaks down how being an underdog and underestimated is actually one of the greatest gifts.What You'll LearnHow being an underdog is actually a huge advantageThe moment of intense pain that caused him to turn his life aroundHow Zach's burn-the-boats mentality paid off in a major wayZach's bumpy story of success that proves anyone can make it, regardless of your current situationThe little-known secret to launching a top-rated podcastConnect With ZachFind Zach on InstagramUnderdog Empowerment PodcastZach's WebsiteGet More Involved In The Not Most People CommunityLeave A Review On iTunesStay Up To Date By Joining The Not Most People InsidersJoin The Not Most People Facebook Community Follow Not Most People On InstagrSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/notmostpeople)
How can we find purpose in a given moment?Mark Mirko is an award-winning photojournalist. He thinks deeply about his craft. His job is to enter situations and capture their essence in a rectangular, digital image. This requires work, patience, and skill as well as a deep understanding of how to engage moments. Mark gives us a deep dive into what it means to be an image maker. The principles for doing this readily apply to creating purpose in a moment as well. In this episode, you'll learn about:Finding layers of meaning in a situationThe importance of active observation Using our vocations to create value for other peopleCreating purpose in a momentHow photography serves as a metaphor for creating purpose***Want to connect? Have a question? Just want to say "hi"? Send me an email at bradleywrightphd@gmail.com. Would love to hear from you.Learn more at schoolofpurpose.org.Want to start your own podcast? This podcast is edited and produced (and music too) by Josh Gilbert. He does a great job and is a joy to work with. Contact him at joshgilbertmedia@gmail.com
When most people think of professional athletes, they usually think of superstars being paid millions every month (or even every week). Most people don’t come to realize that for everyone on an NFL team, that pay grade isn’t as high. That too, is what Hakeem Valles found out after being signed on by the Cardinals.Hakeem wasn’t making a lot, and realized that he was essentially throwing away $2,000 a month on rent. After one season with the team, he decided to go on BiggerPockets and ask around for agents and leads in the area. Hakeem ended up with a LOT of responses and found a great agent who helped him close on a fourplex, which he house hacked while practicing with the team.It’s hard enough to house hack when your tenants know you’re the owner, but it can be even harder when your tenants know you’re an NFL player. Hakeem’s advice: be a tenant of your own property and don’t let the other tenants know that you own the place. Doing this can help reduce some awkward encounters you may have.After retiring, Hakeem went on to do bigger real estate deals and partnered up on a 40 acre farm! He also owns Perspective Global Media, where he counsels other real estate professionals on how to grow their reach through social media platforms like TikTok and LinkedIn. Hakeem drops some gems towards the end of this episode on how you too can use TikTok to gain followers, clients, and partners!In This Episode We Cover:Why even professional athletes need to have multiple streams of incomeHow a shocking event in Hakeem’s life changed his outlook foreverFighting income creep and keeping expenses lowWhen renting does and doesn’t make sense for your financial situationThe biggest mistake Hakeem made when living in his fourplexHow to fight the fear of getting into real estate (and making mistakes)Using social media to leverage your personal brand and grow followers and clientsAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets PodcastBiggerPockets book storeBooks Mentioned in this Show:Rental Property Investing by Brandon TurnerThe Go-Giver by Bob burgThe 1 Thing by Gary KellerClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/show441
The Backbiter, named for the word humazah in the first verse, is one of the short chapters towards the end of the Quran. Many of these chapters deal extensively with the concept of Hell. However, although there are ten more chapters to follow, this is the last one that mentions or describes the fires of Hell. Here Hell is described in such a way that we are able to experience its ferocious power with all our senses. Chapter 104 is made up of only nine short verses and was revealed in Mecca in the very early days of Islam. At that time the new Muslims were subjected to some of the worst behavior from those disinclined to listen to the message of Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him. God calls attention to some of their ugly characteristics and makes it clear that this sort of behavior will be severely punished in the Hereafter. One significant lesson we learn from this chapter is that success does not lie in the accumulation of wealth rather it lies in the remembrance of God. Verse 1 A woeful situationThe chapter begins with God describing a truly woeful situation. Great misery will come upon the person who ridicules or taunts others. Using the words backbiter and slanderer together indicates those who continually and habitually slander others. These are wicked and vain people who mock others, taunting and slandering them, with their tongues and body language. They criticizes them, imitating their movements or the sounds of their voices and deride their looks or features. This type of person cannot see their own flaws but delights in finding and pointing out flaws in others. Islam has high standards of morality and emphatically forbids this sort of behavior. Taunting openly or backbiting in a concealed way, as well as mockery and scorn, are all considered sordid and ugly, definitely not the behavior a believer would engage in under any circumstances.Verse 2 & 3 Great wealth does not make you immortalThis describes the people who use their wealth to tyrannize others. Hoarding their wealth will not make them immortal. Wealth is not the standard by which people are measured. Any good traits possessed before wealth are considered useless and a waste of time. This type of person thinks that his wealth controls his destiny and that he is not accountable to anyone for anything. They count their wealth again and again, looking at it, and taking pleasure in it; they are miserly and selfish. Have they forgotten death and that a time will come when their wealth will have to be left behind? Woe indeed because their wealth will not protect them from God and the Day of Judgement.Verses 4 & 5 Do you know what the crusher is?Because of their wealth these people believe they are great men and women, but on the contrary, those who think they have immortality will find themselves flung into the crusher. God asks, what will make you fully understand how bad the crusher is? The one who seeks power by ridiculing others will be slighted and flung like neglected rubbish into the great crusher. This is a palpable image of Hell, a great crushing instrument that destroys everything that crosses it path or stands in its way. On the Day of Judgment, the slanders and backbiters will be hurled into Hell like contemptible objects. The crushing instrument will destroy the wealth and power that those who mock and ridicule believe will keep them safe. Islamic scholars say that the crusher is in the lowest depths of Hell.Verse 6 A fire kindled by GodIn verse six the crushing instrument is identified. It is, we are told, the fire of Hell. It is in a particular place in Hell and is kindled by God Himself. The chapter begins with a cryptic description but when God reveals the menacing crusher it suggests unimaginable horrors. It is a fire that we are unable to imagine because there is nothing like it. It is designed by God to punish those who eat the flesh of their brothers and sisters with backbiting and mockery. Thus, the punishment also eats the flesh. This is the only place in the Quran where the fire of Hell has been called the fire of God. This not only expresses its gruesomeness but indicates the wrath and contempt God has for those who become attached to worldly wealth thinking it gives them the right to treat others badly. Verse 7 A fire raging over the heartThis unimaginable fire rages over the hearts of those flung unceremoniously into it. However, it does not go into the heart because that would cause death, this fire eats the flesh, and crushes the bones. The fire rages over the heart. This happens over and over just as these same people counted their wealth again and again. There is symmetry to the subject matter and the chapter relates the crime to the punishment. By backbiting and all it involves, people metaphorically tear at the flesh of their brothers, however, the crusher in Hell literally tears at the flesh. Verses 8 & 9 Towering columnsThe fire of God that crushes will close in on the slanderers and backbiters. The flames will shoot up and the columns will close any slit or opening surrounding those being punished. There will be no escape. Just as they kept their wealth secure in safes and behind closed doors God will lock them into a punishment without any means of escape. _______________________________________By Aisha Stacey (© 2017 IslamReligion.com)Copyright © 2006 - 2021 IslamReligion.com. All rights reserved.Used with permission.The source of this article is: www.IslamReligion.com
This is the final sermon in the series of LAND. In it, Lead Pastor Steve Darr point-blank asks us, “How are you doing at discerning the movement of the Holy Spirit in your life?” Ponder on that question as we listen to the final message of LAND: Discerning Movement. In this episode you'll discover:We all experience lonely, disorienting, and a weary wilderness at some point in our livesSome will say God is silent, but it is at this time we must reassess our situationThe feeling of silence may be determined by the effects of sinWhat must we do to discern God's purpose and plan?We cannot discern movement or when or where to move unless we are intimately acquainted with GodMovement will only come when we are willing to listen to God, adapt our lives to fit His plan, and navigate the narrow road that God has laid out for each of us to follow. Discerning movement is all about being in fellowship with God. When we are properly discerning the movement of the Holy Spirit in our lives, we will experience spiritual vitality and a renewed strength and desire to serve God.
From small spats with your loved ones, to disagreements in a work meeting, to high stakes negotiations, communication is key. But way too many people communicate with the wrong goals in mind. Even worse, many communicate with no conscious guidance at all. Jonathan Miller is the host of the Mindful Communications podcast. He's studied all kinds of communication types, from NLP to NVC, and he's put them into action in his own life and business. Today, he joins the podcast to reveal what works, what doesn't, and what most people do wrong when communicating with others. We'll also discuss: How unclear communication leads to arguments over minor issuesWhy guys have trouble communicating their feelingsHow your parents impact your communication style5 ways that guys deal with conflict, and which works best for each situationThe pros and cons of cooperation vs competition The dangers of using communication skills for selfish endsA life-changing lesson from the BuddhaAnd a lot more Whether you're a family man or a businessman, this episode is for you. Listen now. https://www.mindfulcommunication.me/
Relationship updates: is Rick still pining for someone?Glennboy has tried, and tried again, where is this relationship going . . . for the second time?Glennboy broke up with her why? Which one now?We recap a hypnosis and coaching session we did via Skype with a gent in ScotlandOne of the worst reasons to get a divorce, and a solution to that situationThe test boost IS WORKING! This show is a testament to that
With the COVID-19 shutdown continuing to loom over us, have you got questions and doubts racing through your brain on a loop?‘How are we going to get through this?’‘How is this going to work?’‘How the heck am I going to homeschool my kids for a whole term?’‘How can I make sure everyone is okay?’‘How can I keep my head above water?’These are things I’ve been wondering about too.So in this episode, I wanted to share with you how I’m working through these questions, and offer a powerful reminder about how strong you really are...So what’s this conversation REALLY about?Why you can't be everything to your children (and why that’s okay!)Are you fighting what’s going on? What if you chose surrender instead?Why acceptance is key to riding out this situationThe important question I’m asking myself right now, to make sure I’m in a good headspaceWhat if you’re worried because you don’t know how this is going to work?Why you need to stop expecting yourself to ‘fix things’ for everybody elseThe playlist that’s keeping me upbeat and helping me feel my feelingsIf you need a reminder of your innate power and resilience, this episode is for you.Links:The Conversations With Lisa playlistContinue the conversation with Lisa:Instagram | FacebookYou can quote me on that:“We don't have to have it all figured out right now.” - Lisa CorduffWant to help me out?Leave a review (um, and a hefty handful of stars!) here.
Steve-O introduces a new segmentWe talk about Long MarchMatt J delights us with his knowledge of Chinese historyWe offer our condolences to the West Coast for their loss of convenient Dragon recovery viewingsWe discuss human launch protocol during the Covid-19 situationThe guys put on their detective hats to figure out where the worm rocket isRocket Lab put out a video demonstrating their helicopter scoop recovery methodRocket Lab also gave us access to shapes!We discuss the usefulness of launch abort escape basketsSpaceX released a Starship users guide See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
How are you going to thrive and live in possibility during this unprecedented time?It's a question I've been asking myself since last week and it's left me hopeful, proactive and purposeful.I am currently at home in self-isolation for the next 14 days, and as of midnight March 25 New Zealand is now in lockdown for 30 days to contain this virus.This global pandemic is emotionally challenging, that's for sure. Each day brings you new feelings and thoughts, concerns and fears, mixed in with hope, solutions, positivity and opportunity.I've been speaking to my clients and students and the range of feelings is so beautifully human. Yet each of them is doing what they can, with what they have, to get through this and even thrive.One thing that none of us can deny now is this is REAL. And this is our new norm for the foreseeable future.So in today's podcast I wanted to share the ways you can cope with self-isolation as well as the ways to thrive by looking at all the available opportunities.In times like this, the best thing to do is make the most out of it. How you behave, respond and act right now will set you up for how you will lead others in the future.It's in these most trying times that you can step up and be your best possible self, not only for you but for your loved ones, peers and strangers who need your gifts.In this episode, I share what is happening out there in terms of potential opportunities for you and your business, what areas are thriving, and where to help people right now.In this Episode You’ll Learn:5 thriving areas with the most potential and opportunities for you to capitalise onThe two key questions to ask yourself to make the most out of this situationThe importance of a daily ritual and routine to feel grounded and more certainGuest appearance from Azul Terronez on the power of creating conversationsBeautiful tips and analogies from Azul on why writing a book right now is neededPodcast ResourcesListen in or read my most popular post: 12 Ways To Get Paid To Be You – Even During A Crisis or RecessionJoin me to Write the Damn Book - starting April 3, 2020.TED Talk: What Makes a Good Teacher Great? by Azul TerronezHow to Kick Off Your Day To Win at Life See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Episode 08: What a Cesarean Birth is Like: Interview with Amanda AveryI had the privilege of interviewing one of my best friends, Amanda Avery! We discussed the surprise C-section delivery of her sweet 9 month old little girl, Caroline. My goal for this episode is to continue our conversation about the different ways you can give birth, we are discussing a cesarean section today and my friend Amanda is going to talk about her experience so that you can hear what it is really like to have a belly birth. In the episode, we talk about: Having a healthy pregnancyPreparing for labor and breastfeeding by taking classesHaving a suspected big baby and considerations to think about in this situationThe importance of hiring a DoulaBeing GBS positive and taking that into account with your birth planBring several towels for the car ride to the hospital if your water breaks at home!!The importance of advocating for yourself and asking questions when things start to go “off plan” What you can expect when recovering from a c-sectionThe importance of processing your birth after your baby is bornOne thing we meant to discuss, but didn’t get to is the importance of optimizing your baby’s gut microbiome. You can do this by breastfeeding, if this is possible for you, and by giving your baby daily probiotics. This is especially important if you were given antibiotics during labor if you were GBS positive and also extra important if you had a c-section! Here are the three probiotics that Amanda and I have given our babies: Humarian Probonix EvivoTher-Biotic by Klaire LabsThanks again to Amanda for sharing your story today. My hope is that another mom hears this story and it calms her fears of having a c-section. Thank you all very much for listening today. Have a great week and stay safe!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/findingyourvillagepod?fan_landing=true)
Jean grew up in a family where money wasn’t a big issue. Her parents saved for big purchases like vacations, but frugality was part of her everyday life. She graduated from college without any debt, and soon found a job - that she immediately regretted accepting. She moved quickly to change course, and ended up in a job that paid less than half of that first one - but was so much better for her. A freelancing side job to supplement her income evolved into a full-time Journalism career with Smart Money magazine, which led to a 25+ year stint with the Today Show as their financial editor.But Jean wanted more. She created HerMoney, a place for women to learn about how to properly handle their finances. Jean knew that your money story is the root of your relationship with money. She created a place and space for you to recognize your money story - and figure out how to apply deep-seated lessons learned consciously and subsconsiously - to lead your best financial life!In this Episode We Cover:Jean's journey with moneyHer financial position before and after collegeHow her financial habits changedThe importance of prioritising decision makingHer job on Smart Money MagazineWhat she learned in reporting women with moneyOn HerMoney Happy HourThe outcomes of the conversations at Happy Hour that might surprise menThe reason why couples are reluctant to talk about moneyHow to start the conversation with a partner who doesn't want to talk about moneyThe first thing a woman needs to do to start changing her financial situationThe importance of prenupLinks:BiggerPockets Money Podcast 04: Eliminating Over $30,000 in Debt Through Extreme Organization with Former State Trooper Rosemarie GronerBiggerPockets Money Podcast 24: Getting Financially “Naked” with Your Significant Other — With Erin LowryBiggerPockets Money Podcast 81: The Basics of Investing with Erin Lowry from Broke MillennialBiggerPockets Money Podcast 39: From “Bad with Money” to Intentional Saving and Spending with Jamila SouffrantBiggerPockets ForumsModern Love - The New York TimesScott's EmailConnect with Jean:Jean Chatzky's WebsiteHerMoneyHerMoney NewsletterHerMoney Podcast
TOPICSWhat a sports agency doesHow the “managed decline” of the newspaper industry has affected their business and the current situationThe increasing demand for video in the past decadeAre words important anymore in sports journalism?Why the pay problem will lead to a lack of diversityHas the route to a national newspaper changed?The shrinkage of local newspapersThe new approach - making a brand of a sports news agency via YouTube and long-form documentariesThe growth of club media on the sports agency modelThe assistance they had from the growth of fan channels. And might they expand to be accredited media outletsThe importance of relationships in the agency game and playing the long gameHow best to handle scoopThe new generation of journalists who grew up with social mediaThe British system of embargoes and the US system of accessGareth Southgate’s success with the media at the World CupWhat type of video content is being ordered from Hayters?Has the social media age changed reporting orders from newspapers?Do you have to be entrepreneurial at an agencyThe model of buying in a star journalist and syndicatingThe differences between US and UK sports journalism modelsThe personal qualities and skills needed by young journalists in this eraHow video is presented for clients
Are you in a toxic work life or situation?Ever wondered how you can escape from one?Whether you are an employee or work for yourself the reality is there is an environment that you work in that either allows and supports you to thrive, or it undermines and depletes you…This can actually be a bit of a sneaky situation as not all toxic work can be immediately obvious… you have to be on the look out for it…So in this episode we will explore some ideas about what you can look out for, and what to do if you discover some 'toxic waste' at or around your work…In this episode we look at:How to recognize toxic workplace or situationThe impact this can have on you personally and professionallyThe warning signs to look out forStories of people dealing with toxic colleaguesWhat you can do to protect yourself in a toxic work lifeIf and when to start to create your escape planRegardless of your work situation - if you are an employee or self employed - the dangers and impact of creating or staying in a toxic work environment can take a massive toll on you in a wide range of areas of your work and life - well beyond your work hours, so it's worth exploring your current situation, so you can get on the front foot, and create or move to a work environment you can thrive in.*warning this episode includes a bit of a rant or two :-) Thank you for listening!x Shandra
Positive outcomes derive from a positive attitude, but why do we say that, and what do we do when we don’t have a positive attitude at times. We’ll tackle that saying and how to maintain a positive attitude in this episode of the Serious Soft Skills Podcast.Cohosts Dr. Tobin Porterfield and Bob Graham explore a variety of topics related to the soft skill of having positive attitude.Among the topics they address are:What if we bring a negative attitude to a situationThe negative effects of creating a hero among teams“Faking it until you make it”Pushing forward despite stumblesMoving past problemsConfidence in myself and my teamFinding ways to overcome challengesBeing honest and open and how to leads to trust among team membersHow sparks and cobbled together ideas can fuel better outcomesNaysayers never get promotedNot falling into the unrealistic and non-optimistic perspectiveTips for keeping or restoring your positive attitude1.Set realistic goals and recognize when you achieve them2.Don't let setbacks dig into you3.Be grateful – we all need others to succeed4.Smile5.Sleep well and eat well6.Laugh at yourself7.Populate your life with positive people8. Don’t get stuck in the weedsNext weekWe will look at the complicated soft skills of understanding the ethical implications of our decisions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dr. Eric Maisel is a prolific writer, to say the least. His numerous publications span the human experience and explore how to interact with the various situations that one may encounter. In this interview, he discusses a couple of his books and spends a great deal of time explaining how he thinks depression should be treated vs how it is currently being diagnosed and treated. It's a different way of thinking about this subject and if it's a topic you're interested in, you owe yourself a listen.This week we talk to Eric MaiselEric Maisel, Ph.D., is is the author of more than 40 books. His titles include, Why Smart People Hurt, Making Your Creative Mark, The Van Gogh Blues, Mastering Creative Anxiety, and Creativity for LifeIn addition, Dr. Maisel is at the forefront of the movement to rethink mental health. He writes the Rethinking Psychology blog for Psychology Today and among his books in this area are Rethinking Depression and The Future of Mental Health.His latest book is called Overcoming Your Difficult Family: 8 Skills for Thriving in Any Family Situation. In This Interview, Eric Maisel and I Discuss...The Wolf ParableHis book, Overcoming Your Difficult Family: 8 Skills for Thriving in Any Family SituationHis book, The Future of Mental HealthThe smartness to understand what's going on with your familyThe strength to make the changes that you need to makeThe strength to be calm, or have a difficult conversationHaving clarity about what's going onAwareness of the situationThe courage to make change because change has consequencesThe skill of presenceBeing resilient - family members, especially siblings, don't go away like other relationshipsVisualizing the "calmness switch" within youThe importance of learning one anxiety management tool because you will have anxiety in lifeHow you name the problem often directs you to the situationThe importance of languageThe importance of knowing the causes of things regarding your healthLiving intentionally, identifying your life purposes and making meaning in your lifeHow thinking that all we are is matter, chemicals etc can lead people to feel less excited about livingEach person has to make the decision to opt to matter, to decide that you matter and that your decisions matterThe cultural trance of tvwww.madinamerica.comStigmatization of mental healthThe three parts of personality: Original Personality, Formed Personality, Available Personality
In this episode we talk about Android Oreo, Skype, Chromebook Bluetooth issues, Facebook bandwidth limitations and GoDaddy Smartline. BBP : Episode 51 - GoDaddy Smartline New Android version is officially Oreo. Google announced this on during the solar eclipse in New York. Faster, better battery life, better copy and paste, picture in picture. No specific date on release, but most compatible devices should have it by the end of 2017 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDLc-QPFNs0 My phone situationThe cell towers seem to be back up as my connection is much better However, I did choose Skype as my inbound/outbound backup. Worst part is now when I get a phone call, my phone, my Chromebook, my iPad and my computer all ring. I finally stopped leaving Skype on all the time on my Chromebook, so that removed one of the devices. One issue I've discovered is common with Chromebooks in general is a bit of an issue with Bluetooth audio. Seems that streaming audio via BT on the Chromebooks is a bit flakey So factor that into your decision making. LOVE the Chromebook, but that makes two big things I don't like, the other is a limit on Facebook will start distributing files based on the ability of users to view the content due to their bandwidth. This means that if you have a large video file or even a very large image, it may be NOT shown to users on slower mobile devices, or even slower home and office connection This does not mean you should NOT use video or images, it just means you should make sure you take some time to compress or optimize your file before you upload. This will make sure your message, advertising, or video of your dog playing will get seen my more people. GoDaddy Smartline 100 minutes per month 100 texts s/r per month Add a second number so you don't have to give out your mobile Make and receive calls using the Smartline business number. Also use Smartline to send/receive text messages Installs as an app Pricing is $3.99 for basic $9.99 for unlimited per month Choose a local phone number, link to your smartphone and you're ready to go!ttps://www.godaddy.com/smartline/second-phone-number Don’t forget to send us any suggestions for apps to review or people to interview. And subscribe to the BeBizzy Break Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio. And as always, leave the technical stuff to us!
Becoming Your Best | The Principles of Highly Successful Leaders
We asked you to let us know what topics you would like us to cover to help you enrich your life personally and professionally. We heard you out and decided to invite best-selling author, international speaker, and leadership trainer, Dr. Will Moreland, to answer some of your questions.Growing up in Compton,Will’s environment did not necessarily encourage him to realize his own potential. In fact, he faced a lot of challenges early on in life. But after joining the Army and discovering his true calling, Will has worked hard to inspire leaders around the world to “live genius”.In this episode, Will and I will discuss…What set him on a pathway to realize his own potentialWill’s turning pointHow you can influence and transform the lives of othersHis strategies for staying motivatedHow to find the positive in a negative situationThe advantage of setting big B.A.G.S (Bold Audacious Goals)How crucial accountability can be when you’re trying to stay motivatedWhy it’s so important to not be afraid of failure“Always remember who you want to impress at the end of your life and structure your life to…CLICK TO TWEET SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST RESOURCESTwitter – @DrWillSpeaksRealTeamGenius.comWillMoreland.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.