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Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need!  Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram YouTube.com/DrLaura Join My Family!! Receive my Weekly Newsletter + 20% off my Marriage 101 course & 25% off Merch! Sign up now, it's FREE! Each week you'll get new articles, featured emails from listeners, special event invitations, early access to my Dr. Laura Designs Store benefiting Children of Fallen Patriots, and MORE! Sign up at DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the most common dilemmas facing entrepreneurs today is what comes first: making the money or mastering the mindset to keep it? Much like the age-old "chicken or the egg" riddle, these two pillars of business are deeply interconnected, feeding into one another to create a thriving ecosystem, and Jenni and I are breaking it all down for you in this one. Today we look at where you should start in terms of a self-audit, how the three essential skills of money help you identify exactly where you should be pouring your energy based on the current stage of your business, and so much more. Whether you are a brand-new creator building from scratch, a seasoned pro looking to scale without burnout, or a leader trying to determine why your high revenue isn't translating into profit, this episode will light the way for what to do next! Want my Business Profitability Playbook? Come follow me on IG and DM me PROFIT and I'll send it over! And don't forget, if you want to be the first to know when Jenni reopens the doors to her monthly meditation membership, The InnerStellar Collective? If you're craving more intuition, mindfulness, and intentional space in your life, join the waitlist here. You'll be the first to hear what's coming next - go to www.bbdcoaching.com/innerstellarcollective. ✨ If you haven't yet signed up for my free weekly newsletter for online experts, The Digital CEO Weekly, you can sign up now and get it delivered straight to your inbox every Monday morning at www.jameswedmore.com/newsletter.  Hey there, Digital CEO! If you're loving this episode and you know this is your year to finally build, launch, or scale your digital business the right way — then I've got something for you. Business By Design, my signature program that gives you everything you need to design a leveraged, profitable digital product business, only opens once a year… If you want to be the FIRST notified when doors are open, you can get on the waitlist for BBD 2026 right now. That way, you'll be the first to know when we open enrollment again (and trust me, you do not want to miss it!). Head to www.businessbydesign.net/ and join the waitlist today! Snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @jameswedmore and @jenniwedmore. We'd love to hear what resonated with you the most from this episode and especially what you want covered in future ones!  In this episode you'll hear:  Jenni's inspiring story of launching her dream membership that was 15 years in the making Why I have zero interest in hearing you're "bad at sales" if you aren't willing to put in the 15-minute daily reps The profit margin to aim for early on in business, and the specific reason I tell people to avoid in-person hires until they hit $500k Why your business will never actually give you financial freedom, and the one thing you must do with your cashflow to actually get it My personal philosophy on why money left sitting in a business account is a liability that will always find a way to get spent A scary realization that if you have to talk to every lead for an hour to sell a digital course, your business isn't actually scalable How to use recurring and renewable revenue models to stop feeling like you're only one bad launch away from your business going under Why "getting rich fast" is the literal death of financial freedom, and how to master the  habits that actually build a portfolio What can help stop you from freaking out over every algorithm change that comes at us  For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/803 

Thi Nguyen draws on the philosophy of games to explain how scores and metrics impact our lives—and what we can do to use them more meaningfully. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How metrics can coopt our values and behavior2) The hidden costs of the desire to quantify everything3) Why the wrong people often seem to get aheadSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1133 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT THI — C. Thi Nguyen is associate professor of philosophy at the University of Utah, and a specialist in the philosophy of games, the philosophy of technology, and the theory of value. A former food writer for the Los Angeles Times, Nguyen is active in public philosophy, writing for The New York Times, The Washington Post, New Statesman, and elsewhere.• Book: The Score: How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game• Website: Objectionable.net• Bluesky: @add-hawk— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: The Cultural Evolution of Bad Science by Paul Smaldino and Richard McElrath• Book: Seeing Like a State: How Certain Schemes to Improve the Human Condition Have Failed (The Institution for Social and Policy St) by James Scott• Book: Trust and Antitrust: A Philosophical Exploration of Ethics by Annette Baier• Book: The Grasshopper - Third Edition: Games, Life and Utopia by Bernard Suits— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.• Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/betterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we welcome Liz Barron-Majerik to the R2Kast

Could Relegation Work in Baseball?If MLB adopted a promotion and relegation system like European soccerEliminates tanking$12 billion input into the leagueKeeps fans engaged all seasonExpands opportunities for new marketsChallenges include financial structure and the difficulty of transitionThe Pitch Clock and Modern Game ChangesRothschild discusses how the pitch clock has improved pace Pitch clock has changed the rhythm of the gameWhile fans seem to enjoy faster gamestraditional tempo and strategic breathing room for players have diminishedBob Gibson used to pitch 1.5 hour games  Stopping The Shift -We have legislated things in baseball, that we have causedMaury Wills did not need these rulesChanging Incentives in BaseballModern analytics have shifted player priorities.Skills like bunting and base stealing declined because players were not financially rewarded for these skills. Players will develop the skills that they are paid forMental Performance in the GamePitch Clock has put a rush & stress in the game with hitters & pitchersThe importance of mental coaching, visualization, and repeatable mechanics, Rothschild brought Harvey Dorfman as a mental coach for the Rays organizationSo much information across MLB gives wealth of knowledge of competing teamsHitters get uncomfortable with the unknownABS and the Future of UmpiringAutomated Ball-Strike technology may remove some personality from the gameLarry shares stories of Umpires - "Your day will come & you have to earn it"Larry believes ABS is necessary in today's data-driven environmentHow many less manager ejections will there be with ABS Joe West & other umpire stories The Tropicana Roof Rings RulesRays Stadium and Tampa's FutureRothschild hopes the Rays remain in Tampa Tropicana Roof & what wind speeds are still safe to continue the game?Governor DeSantis has given 22 acres to the Rays for new stadiumLarry stresses  new stadium should honor local baseball legends like Al Lopez and Lou PiniellaLarry strongly recommends a visit to the Tampa Baseball Museum at the home of Al LopezImportance of Minor League BaseballReducing minor league teams risks losing baseball's deep connection to small-town America.An alternative: integrating college baseball more directly into the development system.Baseball's future depends on maintaining strong community connections & preserving the passion that has long defined the gameThanks for listening to BaseballBiz On Deck - www.baseballbizondeck.com You've been listening to Part 2 of the interview with Larry Rothschild, twice a coach with World Series  winning teams the Marlins and the Reds plus he was manager of the inaugural Tampa Bay Devil Rays Baseball Team, pitching coach for the Atlanta Braves, Florida Marlins, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, New York Yankees, and San Diego Padres.  click here & Listen to Part 1 of the interview with LarryIf you enjoyed this show, go ahead like and subscribe to BaseballBiz On Deck.  You may also find BaseballBiz on Deck, on YouTube at iHeart Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and at baseballbizondeck.comYou can find Mat at matgermain.bsky

Liza Mundy details Alec Station's operation where female analysts developed targeting skills, though their early warnings about al-Qaeda faced significant bureaucratic resistance and publication hurdles. 5.1888 GAR

Have you ever felt like the more you learn about music production, the harder it actually gets to finish a song? You aren't alone. In this episode, I'm sharing the 5 biggest mental blocks I've faced, from "tutorial paralysis" to the crushing weight of trying to be a "Great Artist," and the practical shifts I used to break through them. After 6 years of the Jamuary challenge, I've learned that the secret to finishing more music isn't a new plugin or more music theory; it's about moving from a romanticized "Artist" identity to a prolific "Maker" mindset. In this episode, we discuss:  The "Quantity Over Quality" Hack: Why having a routine allows you to fail safely. The Skills of Finishing: Why completing "bad" music is the only way to prepare for your best work. Learning by Doing: How to escape the "Tutorial Junkie" cycle and get your hands dirty. Killing the "Artist" Label: Why viewing your work as a "body of work" is more freeing than chasing a single masterpiece. Stop overthinking, start creating, and let's get those ideas out of your DAW and into the world.  Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Links: Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc  5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store Thank you for listening.  Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider! And don't forget to visit my site https://BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs. Brian Funk

Marty sits down with Calle, prolific Bitcoin and Freedom Tech builder behind the Cashu eCash protocol, BitChat, and Clawi AI, to discuss the AI agent revolution transforming software development, the launch of Numo tap-to-pay for Bitcoin, eCash as the ideal payment rail for autonomous agents, and what it all means for the future of human creativity and work. Calle on X: https://x.com/callebtc Clawi: https://clawi.ai/ STACK SATS hat: https://tftcmerch.io/ Our newsletter: https://www.tftc.io/bitcoin-brief/ TFTC Elite (Ad-free & Discord): https://www.tftc.io/#/portal/signup/ Discord: https://discord.gg/VJ2dABShBz Opportunity Cost Extension: https://www.opportunitycost.app/ Shoutout to our sponsors: Bitkey https://bit.ly/4pOv2L4 Promo Code: TFTC99 Unchained https://unchained.com/tftc/ SLNT https://slnt.com/tftc Lygos: https://bit.ly/4koiJmB Salt of the Earth: https://drinksote.com/tftc Join the TFTC Movement: Main YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TFTC21/videos Clips YT Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUQcW3jxfQfEUS8kqR5pJtQ Website https://tftc.io/ Newsletter tftc.io/bitcoin-brief/ Twitter https://twitter.com/tftc21 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tftc.io/ Nostr https://primal.net/tftc Follow Marty Bent: Twitter https://twitter.com/martybent Nostr https://primal.net/martybent Newsletter https://tftc.io/martys-bent/ Podcast https://www.tftc.io/tag/podcasts/

Summary In this episode of the AI for Sales podcast, host Chad Burmeister welcomes Arvind Murali, co-founder and chief data officer at Data Color AI. They discuss the transformative impact of AI on customer experience, the importance of trust and value in AI projects, and the misconceptions surrounding AI and job replacement. Arvind emphasizes the need for human augmentation rather than replacement, and they explore emerging AI technologies and the ethical considerations that come with them. The conversation concludes with insights on the skills sales professionals need to thrive in an AI-augmented world. Takeaways AI projects often fail due to lack of trust and value. The three pillars of AI are value, trust, and scale. AI can significantly enhance customer experience and efficiency. Augmentation of human jobs is the key benefit of AI. Empathy and creativity cannot be replaced by AI. AI governance is a shared responsibility among stakeholders. Emerging AI technologies are evolving towards voice-activated interfaces. Sales professionals must learn to leverage AI tools effectively. AI can lead to significant reductions in customer service workload. The future of AI will require a focus on ethical considerations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI for Sales Podcast 03:55 The Three Pillars of AI: Value, Trust, and Scale 08:46 Transforming Customer Experience with AI 13:47 Success Stories: Real-World AI Impact 18:24 Misconceptions About AI and Job Replacement 23:15 Emerging AI Technologies and Their Future 28:02 Ethics and Governance in AI 32:40 Skills for Success in an AI-Augmented World The AI for Sales Podcast is brought to you by BDR.ai, Nooks.ai, and ZoomInfo—the go-to-market intelligence platform that accelerates revenue growth. Skip the forms and website hunting—Chad will connect you directly with the right person at any of these companies.

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In this episode of the Dyslexia Explored Podcast, hosts Darius Namdaran and Jo Lee welcome returning guest Kerry Pace to give a practical guide for UK university students with dyslexia or other learning differences who have been awarded Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA). Kerry explains what the DSA grant award letter looks like, why it's a “golden ticket,” and how to read the key tables showing software/equipment and non-medical helper support such as specialist study skills tutoring and mentoring. She outlines what study skills sessions can cover, how support can be used flexibly, why students should start early rather than wait for crisis, and what to do if they don't gel with a tutor. The conversation highlights how tutoring helps apply assistive tech, build strategies, save time and energy, improve marks, and develop transferable skills and self-advocacy.This podcast is sponsored by ivvi. Visual Notes for Visual Thinkers.Get ivvi notes now: https://www.ivvi.app/Links: Ivvi: https://www.ivvi.app/ what is dyslexia: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/about-dyslexia/what-is-dyslexia How to mindmap: https://www.bulletmapacademy.com/mindmap-beginners Kerry's previous episode 80: https://tinyurl.com/mryrruhr Kerry's previous episode 81: https://tinyurl.com/2dk3uaba Kerry's previous episode 99: https://tinyurl.com/4yb3vwr8 Kerry's previous episode 101: https://tinyurl.com/yc3hjdxy Disabled Students Allowance: https://www.ivvi.app/dsa-for-dyslexiaHowjsay: https://howjsay.com/ Quizlet: https://quizlet.com/ Boolean Search: https://www.socialtalent.com/blog/recruiting/the-beginners-guide-to-boolean-search-terms Kerry Pace email: Kerry@Diverse-Learners.co.ukKerry Pace Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DiverseLearners/featured@DiverseLearnersPhone, text and WhatsApp 07947 325 849Access to Work info - https://www.gov.uk/access-to-workExecutive Function: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/tagged/executive-functioningBETT Show: https://www.bettshow.com/ British Dyslexia Association: https://www.bdadyslexia.org.ukInterested in being a guest? Email us at jo@ivvi.app

Jeanelle Johnson, Managing Partner at PwC, shares why their firm is making a deliberate investment in human skills now. As large language models reshape professional services, they argue that critical thinking, storytelling, curiosity, and relationship-building will determine who creates real value. This conversation explores PwC's Human Skills Project and why knowledge alone is no longer a differentiator.  A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

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Brad Stulberg shares foundational principles for making the process of self-development more fun and fulfilling. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) What true excellence looks and feels like2) Why to stop chasing happiness—and what to focus on instead3) The best tool for building focus and concentrationSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1132 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT BRAD — Brad Stulberg researches, writes, and coaches on performance, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He is the bestselling author of The Practice of Groundedness and Master of Change, and coauthor of Peak Performance. Stulberg regularly contributes to the New York Times and his work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and The Atlantic, among many other outlets. He serves as the co-host of the podcast “excellence, actually” and is on faculty at the University of Michigan. He lives in Asheville, North Carolina.• Book: The Way of Excellence: A Guide to True Greatness and Deep Satisfaction in a Chaotic World• Website: BradStulberg.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “The comparison of Imagery ability in elite, sub-elite and non-elite swimmers” by P. Duarte-Mendes, et al.• Study: “Brain Drain: The Mere Presence of One's Own Smartphone Reduces Available Cognitive Capacity” by Adrian F. Ward, Kristen Duke, Ayelet Gneezy, and Maarten W. Bos• Book: Brave New World by Aldous Huxley• Book: The Shallows: What the Internet Is Doing to Our Brains by Nicholas Carr• Book: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry into Values by Robert Pirsig• Past episode: 164: Sustaining Your Peak and Avoiding Burnouts with Brad Stulberg• Past episode: 415: Pursuing Your Passion the Smart Way with Brad Stulberg• Past episode: 699: Redefining Success for More Fulfilling Days with Brad Stulberg— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.• Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/better• Factor. Head to factormeals.com/beawesome50off and use the code beawesome50off to get 50% off and free breakfast for a year. (New Factor subscribers only)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you love your partner but your sexual intimacy is gone… you're not hopeless. You're normal. Let's talk about sex, intimacy, and the real skills that rebuild sexual connection in long-term love. Because emotional intimacy doesn't automatically create desire,  and you can deepen intimacy on purpose. If you've ever wondered, “Why don't I want sex anymore?” or felt the quiet ache of a lack of intimacy in marriage, you're not alone. Many couples care deeply about each other. They function well as teammates. And yet when it comes to intimacy in marriage, something feels distant or flat. Maybe you're in a marriage without intimacy and wondering how to improve sex life without forcing it. Maybe you're trying to figure out how to increase sexual desire, especially if your drive has faded. Or maybe you're the partner feeling rejected and unsure how to reconnect. The truth is that improving intimacy in marriage isn't about waiting for spontaneous chemistry to return. Sexual desire shifts in long-term relationships. Stress, exhaustion, resentment, hormonal changes, and the mental load of adult life all impact connection. When there is no intimacy in marriage, it often reflects burnout and disconnection,  not incompatibility. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Nicole McNichols, an internationally renowned human sexuality professor, author, and speaker whose course The Diversity of Human Sexuality is the most popular in the history of the University of Washington, enrolling over 4,000 students annually. Together, we unpack how to improve sexual intimacy using research-backed tools. We talk about how pleasure fuels desire, how to increase sexual desire in female partners and anyone experiencing low drive, and why improving intimacy in marriage requires intention, not magic. You'll learn how to improve sex life through small shifts in novelty, playfulness, and communication that make connection feel natural again. We also address resentment. If emotional safety has eroded over time, rebuilding sexual intimacy may need to start with repairing the friendship first. When couples strengthen communication and physical intimacy together, relationships often begin to feel alive again. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Why Sexual Intimacy Fades in Long-Term Relationships 03:34 How to Improve Sexual Intimacy With a Growth Mindset 08:52 Emotional Intimacy vs. Sexual Desire in Marriage 11:14 How Pleasure Increases Sexual Desire 18:17 How to Increase Sexual Desire (Responsive Desire Explained) 20:20 How to Improve Sex Life by Planning Intimacy 31:08 Rebuilding Attraction and Intimacy in Marriage 43:06 When Lack of Intimacy in Marriage Is About Resentment Rebuilding sexual connection can feel vulnerable. And sometimes the most powerful next step isn't trying harder,  it's getting support. If you'd like help improving intimacy in marriage or learning how to increase sexual desire in ways that feel safe and sustainable, you can schedule a free consultation with me or a member of my team. It's a private, secure space where you can share what's been happening and what you hope will feel different. You'll answer three quick questions so we can match you with the right expert. It only takes a couple of minutes, and it's a meaningful first step toward feeling closer, more connected, and more confident in your relationship. Let's find the right support for you. xoxo, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby Growing Self Special thanks to this month's sponsors of the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast: Shopify — The all-in-one platform for building and growing your online business. Visit shopify.com/lhs to explore their tools and access exclusive listener discounts. Working Genius — A powerful assessment that helps entrepreneurs and leaders focus on what they naturally do best. Get 20% off with code LHS at workinggenius.com

Everyone has a smart phone now but there was a time where nobody had one. During that time, it seems that there are skills that we developed that people who grew up with a smartphone didn't. We found that list of skills and see if we still have them or our smartphones made us unlearn them. If you had a set time of death but no way of knowing when that time was, would you trade ten years off your life for $10 million? We asked around the room and the answers were quite surprising. It's Throwback Thursday so of course we had to play our favorite game, Throwback Trivia!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are leading in one of the most anxious moments in recent history. The attention economy, the age of outrage, nonstop news cycles, and the pressure to have an answer for everything — it's a lot. And most leaders are moving from confusion straight to action without ever stopping to get clarity. In this episode, Alan Briggs shares five necessary skills he believes every leader needs right now. Not hacks. Not productivity tips. These are the deeper practices that keep you grounded, tethered, and leading with conviction instead of anxiety, even when everything around you feels like it's spinning. This is fresh teaching from Alan. He describes it as something that was crystallizing for him in real time. And if you've been feeling the weight of these anxious times in your leadership, this one is for you. What You'll Learn: Why the antidote to overwhelm is not certainty — it's clarity, and how fighting for even 5% of it shifts everything What it really means to listen to understand — and why this skill matters most when change is highest The gift of Sabbath and micro-rest that most leaders have left unwrapped for years How to discern when and how to respond to crisis — and why you are not a PR firm required to comment on everything Why you need to audit who and what you're listening to — and what to do when your inputs are producing bad fruit The most counterintuitive leadership shift Alan has seen in a decade: trading winning for faithfulness What changes when you lead from conviction and Spirit-guided wisdom instead of pressure and anxiety Key Insight: When overwhelm is high, the antidote is not certainty — it is clarity. And when you fight for even a small amount of clarity, overwhelm and clarity have an inverse relationship. One goes up, the other comes down. Reflection Questions: What would change if you led from conviction and Spirit-guided wisdom instead of pressure or anxiety? Of these five skills, which one do you most need to lean into right now — and what's one step you can take this week? Resources Mentioned: Right Side Up Journal — coaching companion tool (available on Amazon) Want More? For coaching, resources, and tools to help you lead as a Healthy + High Impact leader, visit www.h2leadership.com.

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This week we dive into the batter as we talk about Barry's Steamer: Doki Doki Literature Club, Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown, Wuthering Heights, The Substance, Mexican food in Germany, The Maltese Falcon, Ryoko's Guide to the Yokai Realms, DnD Shorts, Board Game Movies, Dune, Legend, Sony's Spider-Man reboot, Masters of Horror, Phil Spencer retires from Xbox, the Helldivers movie, Mystery Science Theater 3000: The RiffTrax Experiments, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Game of Thrones: The Mad King, and Black Hole. Roll them dice, it's time for a GeekShock!

Jake and Michael discuss all the latest Laravel releases, tutorials, and happenings in the community.Show linksLaravel 12.51.0 Adds afterSending Callbacks, Validator whenFails, and MySQL TimeoutFactory makeMany() Method in Laravel 12.52.0Improved Skill and Guideline Detection in Laravel Boost v2.2.0Nimbus: An In-Browser API Testing Playground for LaravelFrankenPHP v1.11.2 Released With 30% Faster CGO, 40% Faster GC, and Security PatchesLaravel Live Denmark Returns to Copenhagen in August 2026Laravel Releases Nightwatch MCP Server for Claude Code and AI AgentsLaravel Cloud Adds “Markdown for Agents” to Serve AI-Friendly ContentLaravel Adds an Official Svelte + Inertia Starter KitNew Colors Added in Tailwind CSS v4.2What We Know About Laravel 13"The Vibes" — NativePHP Hosts a Day 3 after Laracon USDriver-Based Architecture in Spatie's Laravel PDF v2Capture Web Page Screenshots in Laravel with Spatie's Laravel ScreenshotGenerate Secure, Memorable Passphrases in PHP with PHP PassphraseSingle Table Inheritance for Eloquent Models Using ParentalLaravel OpenAPI CLI: Generate Artisan Commands from Your API SpecTutorialsWhy Your Livewire Dashboard Jumps (And How to Fix It) - Laravel In Practice EP18Handling Large Datasets with Pagination and Cursors in Laravel MongoDBMongoDB Vector Search in Laravel: Finding the Unqueryable

Welcome to Episode 422 of the Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast. In this episode, Scott and Ben discuss their growing use of   in their daily workflows, particularly Claude Code, GitHub Copilot CLI, and Gemini CLI. They explore how these command-line interfaces offer powerful ways to interact with local files and MCP servers beyond traditional desktop AI chat interfaces. They share how they are using these tools in their day-to-day roles to perform different tasks and accelerate their workflows. Your support makes this show possible! Please consider becoming a premium member for access to live shows and more. Check out our membership options. Show Notes Claude Code overview Using Claude in PowerPoint Create custom subagents Microsoft Work IQ CLI (Public Preview) https://github.com/obra/superpowers How to Use Claude Code: A Guide to Slash Commands, Agents, Skills, and Plug-ins Gemimi CLI overview Github Copilot overview About the sponsors Would you like to become the irreplaceable Microsoft 365 resource for your organization? Let us know!

Everyone has a smart phone now but there was a time where nobody had one. During that time, it seems that there are skills that we developed that people who grew up with a smartphone didn't. We found that list of skills and see if we still have them or our smartphones made us unlearn them. If you had a set time of death but no way of knowing when that time was, would you trade ten years off your life for $10 million? We asked around the room and the answers were quite surprising. It's Throwback Thursday so of course we had to play our favorite game, Throwback Trivia!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 emergencies The 5 Skills That Eliminate Most Emergencies | Episode 595 Good morning. It's 18 degrees. Tennessee decided to remind us who's in charge. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. Today we're talking about something that doesn't get enough credit in prepping circles. Not gear. Not bunker fantasies. Skills. Five specific skills that eliminate most emergencies before they ever become emergencies. Let's get into it. 1. Preventative Maintenance There are two types of people. The proactive maintenance crowd. And the rest of us. I'll admit — I'm not perfect at it. But I know better. And knowing better already puts you ahead. Basic maintenance prevents most mechanical disasters: • Oil changes • Cleaning AC units • Replacing spark plugs • Checking filters • Roof inspections • HVAC servicing I clean our window units every year. Pull them out, dismantle them, clean the coils, clear the sludge. Since I started doing that, they've lasted years longer. Most people run things until they fail. Failure is expensive. Maintenance is cheap. Same goes for your car. Same goes for your house. Ignore it long enough and you're buying a new roof instead of patching a leak. Preventative maintenance turns “emergency repair” into “routine upkeep.” 2. Financial Awareness Most “emergencies” are just financial mismanagement. Overdraft fees. Late fees. Impulse spending. Untracked subscriptions. Lifestyle creep. You don't need to make more money. You need to control the money you already make. When my wife and I started actually tracking spending and living on a budget, we built savings fast. No magic. No lottery. No second job. Just awareness. Turn off overdraft protection so transactions decline instead of charging you $35 to be broke. Set alerts. Call and negotiate fees when they happen. Financial awareness eliminates overdraft emergencies, debt spirals, and panic purchases. Most financial disasters are preventable. 3. Cooking From Basic Ingredients If you can cook from scratch, shortages don't wreck you. Missing celery? Pivot. No carrots in the store? Make something else. Eggs gone? Mayo works in cornbread. If you rely on recipes as rigid law, you panic. If you understand ingredients and substitutions, you adapt. Cooking skill equals flexibility. Flexibility eliminates food stress. You don't need a fully stocked gourmet kitchen. You need knowledge. And honestly? AI is great for this. “Hey, I have chicken, rice, and canned tomatoes. What can I make?” Boom. Ideas. Over time, you build your own mental database. That eliminates grocery store drama. 4. Basic Health & First Aid Awareness Don't ignore your health. Monitor blood pressure. Watch blood sugar. Get basic labs done. Exercise. Eat like an adult. Letting your health degrade until you're dependent on emergency medicine is the opposite of preparedness. You don't have to become a biohacker. But you should know your numbers. You should understand symptoms. You should have basic first aid skills. Most long-term “health emergencies” are years in the making. Early action prevents crisis. 5. Calm Problem Solving This one is huge. When something goes wrong: Slow down. Assess. Act deliberately. Panicking compounds problems. Calm thinking: • Avoids dumb decisions • Reduces accidents • Keeps conflict small • Stops mistakes from stacking Most situations aren't life-or-death. They feel like it because people escalate emotionally. Calm problem solving turns chaos into steps. And steps are manageable. Final Thoughts Most disasters aren't hurricanes or EMPs. They're: • Neglected maintenance • Financial sloppiness • Poor health • Inability to cook • Emotional overreaction Master these five skills and you eliminate most emergencies before they begin. Prepping isn't about hoarding. It's about competence. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive. Amazon Item OF The Day Amazon Basics 201-Piece Mechanic’s Socket Tool Set With Case, SAE and Metric Sizes, Chrome-Vanadium Steel, Portable Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joining The Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts! Don't forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube Want To help make sure there is a podcast Each and every week? Join us on Patreon Subscribe to the Survival Punk Survival Podcast. The most electrifying podcast on survival entertainment. Itunes Pandora RSS Spotify Like this post? Consider signing up for my email list here > Subscribe Join Our Exciting Facebook Group and get involved Survival Punk Punk's The post The 5 Skills That Eliminate Most Emergencies | Episode 595 appeared first on Survivalpunk.

My guest today is Bruce Bryan.  Bruce has written a book called Turning Tables: Everything I Needed to Know About Business I Learned as a Server.  A great premise for a conversation since I credit so much of my marketing skill from my time in night clubs. We talked about a lot of things such as: Empathy, prioritization, and communication Food service as a team sport The humility of a marketer Creating better ads Fixed mind v. Flexible mind ...and, a ton more.  Visit my website at www.DaveWakeman.com Get the 'Talking Tickets' newsletter at https://talkingtickets.substack.com Join our 'Talking Tickets' Slack Channel!   

Willard and Dibs continue to discuss Draymond Green and if his skill set fits in today's 3-point-heavy NBA.

Summary In this conversation, Chad Burmeister interviews Michelle Donnelly, Chief Revenue Officer at Crescendo, discussing the transformative impact of AI on customer experience. They explore how Crescendo's AI-native platform enhances customer interactions, the integration of human agents, and the efficiency gains from AI implementation. Michelle shares insights on industry applications, ethical considerations, and the future of AI in sales, emphasizing the importance of human touch in customer service. Takeaways Crescendo has achieved $100 million in AI ARR in just two years. AI chatbots can accurately handle 98% of customer inquiries. The integration of AI and human agents enhances customer experience. AI can transform customer service into a profit center. Speed and efficiency are critical in customer interactions. AI can provide insights that improve product offerings. Companies can achieve significant cost savings with AI implementation. The human touch remains essential in customer service. AI can help new sales hires become productive faster. Ethical considerations in AI deployment are crucial for customer trust. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Crescendo and AI in Customer Experience 02:49 Transforming Customer Experience with AI 06:00 Industry Applications of AI in Customer Service 10:55 The Role of AI in Enhancing Human Agents 16:26 Efficiency Gains and ROI from AI Implementation 18:43 The Future of AI in Sales and Customer Interaction 22:12 Ethical Considerations in AI Deployment 24:29 The Future of Physical AI Agents 26:57 Skills for the Future Sales Workforce The AI for Sales Podcast is brought to you by BDR.ai, Nooks.ai, and ZoomInfo—the go-to-market intelligence platform that accelerates revenue growth. Skip the forms and website hunting—Chad will connect you directly with the right person at any of these companies.

It's the one thing they didn't teach in design school...We spend years learning how to understand what drives our users, map out complex journeys, and deliver useful service prototypes. But when it comes time to sit down with business stakeholders, compliance teams, or yes even legal departments? That's when the friction sets in.For this episode, we're joined by Belén Tello, who has a very interesting take on how we can overcome this struggle. As the Head of Design for the largest bank in Peru, Belén leads a massive team of over 150 designers. As you might imagine, because they operate in the highly regulated financial sector, they are constantly in negotiations with the rest of the business.Over the years, Belen has experienced firsthand that even the most talented design professionals often freeze up when talking to their business partners. To our own demise, we often retreat to our comfort zones, simply handing over the work and letting the business decide whether it's "good or not". Deep down, we sometimes feel like the business folks just know more than we do (not the case!).To fix this confidence gap, Belén started doing something quite radical, at least for design teams.Before a big stakeholder meeting, she runs "role play" sessions with her team. Yes, almost like lawyers preparing for a mock trial! They sit down and strategize. What do you want to say here? Who are your strongest stakeholders? Do you need me to step in and ask a specific question so you can explain your rationale?Add to that that she's been helping her team learn to speak the "common language" of the bank. And that language? It's numbers and data, obviously.As you'll hear Belén argues that we already do the hard work of gathering qualitative and quantitative insights, but we frequently fail to actually bring that data to the table in a convincing way.When you stop arguing based on subjective perception and start negotiating with facts, everything changes. You move away from being seen as just an "add-on" to the process and finally become a true strategic partner.So if you've ever felt that imposter syndrome kick in during a big meeting, this episode is pretty much a masterclass in building your confidence and growing your influence.As you listen to the episode, I'd love for you to reflect on your own work. How often are you actively translating your insights into a language the business understands? And what would help you to do that more often?Enjoy the conversation and keep making a positive impact!Be well, ~ Marc--- [ 1. GUIDE ] --- 00:00 Welcome to Episode 24805:00 Banking in Peru: Education over digital tools 09:00 The danger of designing only for the capital city 17:30 Negotiating with Legal and Compliance 21:00 Using data to find a common business language 23:00 Why designers struggle to speak up in business 27:00 Prepping for stakeholders like a mock trial 28:45 Finding internal sponsors who understand design 33:30 Quantifying design's impact on the business 36:15 Redesigning 200+ physical branches 41:00 Moving from transactional to relational models 45:30 Connecting with rural users 51:15 Using design's systemic view as an unfair advantage 55:30 Why listening is a designer's true superpower 58:00 Positioning design strategically 1:00:30 Closing thoughts --- [ 2. LINKS ] --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/belen-tello-91028731/ --- [ 3. CIRCLE ] --- Join our private community for in-house service design professionals. ⁠https://servicedesignshow.com/circle--- [4. FIND THE SHOW ON] ---Youtube ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/248-youtubeSpotify ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/248-spotifyApple ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/248-appleSnipd ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/248-snipd

Altri clamorosi data breach espongono i dati personali e sensibili di centinaia di milioni di persone in tutto il mondo. Stavolta sono proprio alcune delle società incaricate di fare KYC ad essere le responsabili. Se le aziende e gli Stati non sono in grado di custodire i nostri dati, è lecito che ce li possano chiedere?Inoltre: l'AI arriva sul lightning network, Deblock integra bitcoin LN sulla sua app, e nonostante il bear market un nuovo report fotografa positivamente lo stato dell'adozione nel mondo.It's showtime!

Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need!  Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram YouTube.com/DrLaura Join My Family!! Receive my Weekly Newsletter + 20% off my Marriage 101 course & 25% off Merch! Sign up now, it's FREE! Each week you'll get new articles, featured emails from listeners, special event invitations, early access to my Dr. Laura Designs Store benefiting Children of Fallen Patriots, and MORE! Sign up at DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this powerful behind-the-scenes conversation, Marc and I sit down to unpack Eric's story — a successful entrepreneur, father of five, and longtime member of the Dad Edge Business Boardroom. Eric opens up about the strained season in his marriage, the subtle warning signs he ignored, and the moment his wife Katie made it clear that change needed to happen.   This episode is about more than marriage repair. It's about ownership. It's about learning skills most men were never taught — emotional validation, empathy, leadership at home — and realizing that waiting for crisis only makes the climb steeper. If you're a busy business owner who feels scattered, distracted, or "almost disconnected" at home, this conversation will hit close to home.       Timeline Summary: [0:00] The distraction trap of entrepreneurship and busyness  [4:48] Eric shares the difficult season in his marriage before joining  [7:18] The early warning signs and Katie's wake-up call  [9:06] Why waiting for crisis puts men into panic mode  [13:48] Learning emotional validation and empathy as new skills  [16:11] Skills vs. identity change — upgrading your operating system  [19:17] The public signs that Eric's marriage was turning around  [22:31] Why you must change first instead of waiting for your wife to  [26:47] Eric's biggest advice: find a community of strong men  [29:32] The power of psychological safety and brotherhood      Five Key Takeaways The drift from good to terrible is gradual — then sudden. Don't wait for the cliff. Panic is not the best place to rebuild a marriage. Address the rumblings early. Emotional validation and empathy are skills — not personality traits. Identity change happens through environment and repetition. If you want your marriage to change, you must change first.     Links & Resources: Dad Edge Alliance Preview Call: https://thedadedge.com/preview Dad Edge Business Boardroom (Mastermind): https://thedadedge.com/mastermind Episode Show Notes & Resources: https://thedadedge.com/1444     Closing Remark: If you're feeling that quiet tension at home — the subtle disconnect, the busyness, the emotional distance — don't wait for an ultimatum to force your hand.   You don't have to do this alone.   If this episode resonated with you, please rate, review, follow, and share the podcast. Every share helps us reach more men who are ready to lead at home the way they lead in business.   From my heart to yours — go out and live legendary.

Welcome to Exponential View, the show where I explore how exponential technologies such as AI are reshaping our future. I've been studying AI and exponential technologies at the frontier for over ten years. Each week, I share some of my analysis or speak with an expert guest to make light of a particular topic. To keep up with the Exponential transition, subscribe to this channel or to my newsletter: https://www.exponentialview.co/ ----- This is the first episode of AI Vistas, a new series where I bring together people I trust and respect to tackle a major question collectively.  Today's question: are we in charge of our AI tools, or are they in charge of us?  Joining me are Nita Farahany, distinguished professor of law and philosophy at Duke University and a leading thinker on cognitive liberty and mental privacy; Eric Topol, founder of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and one of the world's most cited medical researchers; and Rohit Krishnan, engineer, former hedge fund manager, and AI builder. Moderating the conversation is Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic. We covered: (01:33) Introducing AI Vistas (03:51) The AI agent that made a financial decision mid-drive (05:48) What does it mean to act autonomously anymore? (08:42) Why AI harms are rarer than you'd expect (10:24) When AI outperforms doctors – and why that's complicated (15:20) Constituent competence: the skill you must never offload (18:50) De-skilling is already happening  (31:20) What can schools do better? (42:50) AI slop and "hollow-ware" (46:40) What is lost when AI does the creating? (49:18) When a tool gets good enough, we hand it off (50:11) Deliberate intent: keeping AI as a tool ----- Where to find me: Exponential View newsletter: https://www.exponentialview.co/ Website: https://www.azeemazhar.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azhar/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/azeem Where to find Nick, Nita, Eric and Rohit: Thinking Freely with Nita Farahany: https://nitafarahany.substack.com/  Ground Truths with Eric Topol: https://erictopol.substack.com/  Strange Loop Canon with Rohit Krishnan: https://www.strangeloopcanon.com/  The Most Interesting Reads with Nick Thompson: https://nxthompson.substack.com/ Production by EPIIPLUS1 Production and research: Baba Films, Chantal Smith, Marija Gavrilov. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tensions rise as Discovery Mountain debates a tech-free challenge—can the town unplug without unraveling?

February 25, 2026: This week Anthropic — one of the companies most associated with responsible AI — gutted the safety commitment it made in 2023. The same week the Pentagon gave its CEO a Friday ultimatum: allow military use of your AI or lose a $200 million contract. Meanwhile Jamie Dimon went on record at a JPMorgan investor meeting and confirmed something most CEOs won't say out loud: AI is already displacing his workers, their redeployment infrastructure can't keep up with the pace of it, and society needs to start thinking seriously about what comes next. I also cover why Big Tech is paying up to $1.2 million for communications talent — and what that says about which human skills are becoming most valuable — plus Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank deploying AI to surveil their own traders in real time, and LinkedIn's 2026 Skills on the Rise report, which tracks which skills are actually converting to job offers. 

If you’re aiming for a promotion this year, here’s a slightly awkward thought: the skills that got you here might not be the ones that get you there. Work is shifting fast. Not incrementally. Fundamentally. And according to LinkedIn data, around 70% of the skills we’ll need over the next five years are about to change. In this episode, I sit down with bestselling author of Work Backwards, Tim Duggan, to unpack the five skills that are becoming disproportionately valuable right now. Tim has identified five capabilities that are becoming increasingly valuable: judgment, storytelling, collaborative intelligence, unlearning, and conflict management. We explore what each of these really looks like in practice, why they matter more than ever in the age of AI, and how to start building at least one of them straight away. Tim and I discuss: Why judgment is becoming a critical skill as AI produces more work for us How to strengthen your judgment muscle, even without decades of experience Practical tools I use, like pre-mortems and avoiding “whether or not” decisions Why storytelling roles are on the rise and how to make your ideas stick A simple framework for better stories What collaborative intelligence really means and how to work with AI without outsourcing your brain How Tim uses AI as a research partner The true cost of workplace conflict and why avoiding it is not a strategy The one tiny word that can completely change how you handle conflict Key quotes “This is a skill that would not have existed two years ago.” “Pick one skill, try one small shift.” Connect with Tim Duggan on Instagram, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn and his website, read his column at The Sydney Morning Herald, and check out his latest book Work Backwards. My latest book The Health Habit is out now. You can order a copy here: https://www.amantha.com/the-health-habit/ Connect with me on the socials: Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/amanthai) If you are looking for more tips to improve the way you work and live, I write a weekly newsletter where I share practical and simple to apply tips to improve your life. You can sign up for that at https://amantha-imber.ck.page/subscribe Visit https://www.amantha.com/podcast for full show notes from all episodes. Get in touch at amantha@inventium.com.au Credits: Host: Amantha Imber Sound Engineer: The Podcast Butler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Schneider, founder of the award-winning podcast production company Red Cup Agency, shares how he teaches university students and corporate leaders to craft effective stories. And stories provide the gravity to hold your network to you. Contact Lee via https://redcupagency.com. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

You already know what it takes to build.   Learn the skills. Work the system. Have the conversations. Stay consistent.   That's offense.   That's how you move the ball down the field in business.   And we will never stop teaching that — because skillset is what creates progress. There are skills for distraction. Skills for procrastination. Skills for sales. Skills for leadership. Skills for clarity.   But here's what we don't talk about enough:   You can have a strong offense… And still lose the game.   Because what quietly takes people out isn't usually lack of knowledge.   It's what's happening underneath it.   In this episode, we're talking about the defensive side of building — the internal patterns that, if left unchecked, can slowly sabotage everything your skillset is trying to create.   Fear. Discouragement.   Not dramatic quitting. Not explosive failure.   The subtle kind.   The kind that: • Sounds responsible. • Feels logical. • Looks like "pausing." • Masquerades as waiting for clarity.   We're unpacking how: • Fear freezes action even when you know what to do. • Discouragement erodes belief even when your system is solid. • High performers don't avoid these — they identify them faster. • And why you need both offense (skills) and defense (mindset awareness) to build something sustainable.   Because learning how to build is powerful.   But learning how to protect what you're building?   That's leadership.   If you've felt a shift lately… If momentum feels slower… If you know the skills but something internally feels off…   This conversation will help you name it.   And once you can name it — you can move through it.  

On this episode of the Washington AI Network Podcast, host Tammy Haddad sits down with Blake Lawit, chief global affairs and legal officer at LinkedIn, for a data-driven look at how AI is reshaping the U.S. workforce.Lawit discusses LinkedIn's new report, “Skills and AI: The U.S. Workforce Imperative,” including why the U.S. ranks 24th globally in AI adoption, what LinkedIn's data shows (and doesn't show yet) about AI-driven job loss, and why the bigger story is rapid job transformation—skills required for roles shifting dramatically by 2030. He also explains LinkedIn's push toward skills-first hiring, verified identity, and verified skills, and why creativity, judgment, and communication will matter even more as AI tools become mainstream.

Communication is often treated as a skill to master, but in this conversation with Susan Caso, we explore why it is far more complex than scripts and strategies. When stress and anxiety are high, conversations can quickly become reactive, escalating, or disconnected. But when parents create emotional safety and presence, communication shifts from mechanics to connection. We talk about what it really means to listen deeply, how to stay present when you feel triggered, and how giving space can de escalate conflict instead of intensifying it. Susan introduces the Cycle of Response and reminds us that connection is the foundation of every healthy relationship. Communication tools simply support that foundation. Our children do not just need instruction. They need us. The steady presence who can pause, reflect, repair, and experience joy with them. If you have ever walked away from a conversation wishing you had handled it differently, this episode will offer both hope and practical tools. Register to participate in her workshop at the Stress & Anxiety Conference In This Episode, We Explore: Why communication is more complex than most parenting advice suggests How stress and anxiety shape family conversations Becoming a place of respite for your child Deep listening and staying present when triggered Managing escalation by giving space Repairing breakdowns in communication The difference between the instructional parent role and the connected caregiver self Simple ways to shift your mood through movement, music, and connection Key Takeaways: Communication is about nervous systems, not just words Emotional safety changes everything Listening to understand builds trust Space can prevent escalation Repair strengthens relationships Connection is the foundation. Skills are secondary You are both a parent and a caregiver and children need both. Resources: Book: The Parent Teen Connection: How to Build Lifelong Family Relationships Website Facebook Psychology Today  

LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth shares the company's annual ‘Skills on the Rise' list, highlighting the areas of expertise employers are seeking. Also, Al visits the legendary Apollo Theater to see how its first full-scale renovation in 92 years is progressing. Plus, a closer look at the travel trends of 2026 to help plan your next vacation. And, Sofía Vergara joins to discuss her latest projects and her efforts to raise awareness for a cause affecting families across the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Federal Help Center Podcast, Colin Nchako delivers a hard truth most small business owners don't want to hear: adding skills you don't plan to master is one of the fastest ways to stall your growth in government contracting. Colin explains why skills must connect, not just exist—and how mismatched offerings confuse buyers, weaken proposals, and slow your path to larger contracts. Using real examples from his own journey, Colin breaks down how marketing and training naturally work together, how to evaluate whether a skill truly belongs in your business, and why chasing every opportunity is a losing strategy. He also shares how he monitors state and local portals daily, strategically targets contracts that ladder up to federal work, and reverse-engineers opportunities to build past performance that actually matters. Key Takeaways Don't add skills unless you plan to master and monetize them Skills should connect logically (not just sound impressive on paper) Use state and local contracts as stepping stones to federal awards If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/  Website: https://govcongiants.org/  Connect with Encore Funding: http://govcongiants.org/funding

What we cover Why Wendi wanted the survival side of Survivor, not just gameplay The bathroom reality: no toilet paper, “Coconut Grove,” and leaf roulette The pre game survival briefing and what it does and does not teach you Fire making in Fiji, and why moisture makes everything harder Why digging a fire pit is basically impossible on volcanic rock The rule about losing flint, and how banking embers can save you Wildlife risks and what they warned contestants about The surprising reason bigger fish are discouraged What they actually ate: crabs, small fish, worms, and the hunt for fruit Food allergies on the island and how that changes everything The stingray moment: how it was caught, how it was killed, and how it got ruined Bug bites, scent differences, and why some people get wrecked and others do not Parasites, water concerns, and what contestants do after the show The deeper lesson Liz brought home: receiving grace, not just giving it Wendi's closing message: skills are a bank account that never depletes Memorable moments and quotes “Survivor is real baby. They do not give you toilet paper.” “Do not boil a stingray.” “Skills are what brings freedom.” “You can never deplete the reservoir of skills.” Listener question Would you go on Survivor? Be honest. Indoor toilets matter. Guest Liz Wilcox Instagram: @thelizwilcox (as mentioned in the episode)  

In this episode, I explore the final skill in my AI implementation guide: ethical awareness and accountability. As AI becomes more integrated into our classrooms, we have to move beyond teaching students how to use the tools and focus on helping them use them responsibly. I break down what ethical awareness and accountability actually mean, how we can teach students to verify, reflect, and remain transparent about their AI use, and what this looks like from kindergarten through high school. If we want students to stay connected to their thinking in an AI-rich world, we have to intentionally cultivate responsibility, not just enforce rules. Episode Resources Skills Before Tools: K-12 AI Implementation Guide Resource: AI + Claim–Check–Confirm 

Text me!As we head into 2026, I've been thinking a lot about advice I would have given my 20 something year old self. In this episode I lean into 5 things I wish my 20 year old self knew. Not with any regrets, but just things I wish I would have done differently.Support the showLINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW: WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow organically online HERE If you are interested in sponsoring the show, send me a DM ABOUT THE HOST: Former Executive Recruiter turned Digital Marketing Expert & Entrepreneur. I'm here to show you that you can do it too! I help women to start, grow and scale their personal brand and business online through social media. In 2021 I launched ChilledVino, my patented wine product and in 2023 I launched The Feminine Founder Podcast and in 2025 I launched my Digital Marketing Agency called Feminine Founder Marketing. I live in South Carolina with my husband Gary and 2 Weimrarners, Zena & Zara. This podcast is a supportive and inclusive community where I interview and bring women together that are fellow entrepreneurs and workplace experts. We believe in sharing our stories, unpacking exactly how we did it and talking through the mindset shifts needed to achieve great things.Let's connect further!! LinkedIn HERE IG @cpennington55 FB HERE ChilledVino HERE

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If you're the one everyone relies on, your boundaries might be the reason you're burning out. This is for the high achiever who's carrying too much, feeling stressed, and quietly running on empty. And yes—this includes how to set boundaries at work without guilt or conflict. Somewhere along the way, many capable people start to confuse their value with their availability. You become the reliable one. The strong one. The person who can handle it. And before you know it, you're overextended and quietly exhausted from overfunctioning. If you've been wondering how to set boundaries without guilt, how to stop overfunctioning, or how people pleasing and boundaries get tangled together, this conversation will give you clarity and practical direction. I'm joined by Ginny Priem, keynote speaker, Master Certified Professional Life Coach, bestselling author, and host of the Unsubscribe Podcast. We talk about the signs of stress in the body, trusting your intuition, boundary pushback, and what to do when boundary busters resist your growth. You'll learn how to set boundaries at work without conflict, how to communicate limits calmly, and why boundaries aren't about controlling others, they're about deciding what you're willing to participate in. As you listen, consider: Where have you equated your worth with how much you can carry? Episode Breakdown: 00:00 How High Achievers Start Overfunctioning 07:22 Signs of Stress in the Body 14:13 Trusting Your Intuition When Something Feels Off 23:51 How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt 29:45 The Unsubscribe Framework: Block, Mute, Swap, Manage 33:48 Setting Boundaries at Work Without Conflict 45:45 Final Reflections on Boundaries and Burnout If you're ready to move from insight into action, I'd love to invite you to schedule a consultation with someone on my team at Growing Self. You can answer three quick questions so we can help you schedule a free consultation with the right expert for where you are right now. It's private, secure, and only takes a couple of minutes. Let's find the right support for you. xoxo, Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby Growing Self Special thanks to this month's sponsors of the Love, Happiness and Success Podcast: Shopify — The all-in-one platform for building and growing your online business. Visit shopify.com/lhs  to explore their tools and access exclusive listener discounts.Working Genius — A powerful assessment that helps entrepreneurs and leaders focus on what they naturally do best. Get 20% off with code LHS at workinggenius.com

Most serious preppers have invested significant time and resources into gear, food storage, and supplies — yet when an actual emergency unfolds, the gap between having resources and being able to rely on them under pressure becomes glaringly apparent. The difference isn't usually about what you own. It's about what you've made automatic. Without intentional preparedness routines and the kind of deep practice that encodes critical skills into long-term memory, even the most well-stocked prepper can find themselves thinking through steps they should be executing on instinct — and in a real SHTF situation, that hesitation carries a cost. In this episode of Ready Your Future, Todd explores the foundational role that prepper routines and automaticity play in building genuine, reliable preparedness. Drawing from a classic Gray Wolf Survival article alongside his own experience as an educator and former group home parent, Todd breaks down why scheduling your preparedness activities isn't just smart time management — it's a core survival strategy. He also digs into the science of how skills move from conscious effort into long-term memory, what that means for your ability to perform under stress, and which critical skills — including fire starting and situational awareness — every serious prepper should be actively working to make second nature. The preppers who perform when it matters most aren't the ones who simply know what to do — they're the ones who have practiced enough that doing it requires almost no conscious thought. If you've been going through the motions of preparedness without building the routines and repetition that actually hardwire skills into automatic responses, this episode delivers the framework you need to change that. Whether you're refining your emergency preparedness system or just getting started on building genuine self-reliance, these are the fundamentals that separate passive stockpiling from the kind of deep preparedness that holds up when everything goes sideways. Episode Page on EP.889 Of Interest Get One Preparedness Tip in Your Email Weekly! For more about Todd and RYF Join the Exclusive Email Group The Christian Prepper Podcast Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/prepperwebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Federal Help Center Podcast, Colin Nchako challenges small business owners to stop hiding their skills and start monetizing them—now. From programming language courses and AI content to trade training and workforce development, Colin explains why the fastest path to new contracts isn't always chasing something new, but packaging what you already know in a way the government and private sector will pay for. If you've been waiting for the "perfect" contract, this episode shows why that mindset is costing you money. Colin breaks down how he turned professional training into a repeatable revenue stream—starting with a small, one-day engagement and leveraging it into bigger opportunities. He walks through how skills like IT, graphic design, carpentry, leadership, and workforce training can be positioned for state procurement, Job Corps, workforce development programs, and recurring training needs. The takeaway is simple: training is renewable, scalable, and one of the most overlooked ways to grow your portfolio without abandoning your core business. Key Takeaways You don't need new skills—you need to package and position the ones you already have Training and workforce development contracts are renewable and scalable Small wins (even one-day trainings) can be leveraged into larger, higher-paying opportunities If you want to learn more about the community and to join the webinars go to: https://federalhelpcenter.com/  Website: https://govcongiants.org/  Connect with Encore Funding: http://govcongiants.org/funding

OpenClaw is a self-hosted AI agent daemon that executes autonomous tasks through messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram using persistent memory. It integrates with Claude Code to enable software development and administrative automation directly from mobile devices. Links Notes and resources at ocdevel.com/mlg/mla-29 Try a walking desk - stay healthy & sharp while you learn & code Generate a podcast - use my voice to listen to any AI generated content you want OpenClaw is a self-hosted AI agent daemon (Node.js, port 18789) that executes autonomous tasks via messaging apps like WhatsApp or Telegram. Developed by Peter Steinberger in November 2025, the project reached 196,000 GitHub stars in three months. Architecture and Persistent Memory Operational Loop: Gateway receives message, loads SOUL.md (personality), USER.md (user context), and MEMORY.md (persistent history), calls LLM for tool execution, streams response, and logs data. Memory System: Compounds context over months. Users should prompt the agent to remember specific preferences to update MEMORY.md. Heartbeats: Proactive cron-style triggers for automated actions, such as 6:30 AM briefings or inbox triage. Skills: 5,705+ community plugins via ClawHub. The agent can author its own skills by reading API documentation and writing TypeScript scripts. Claude Code Integration Mobile to Deploy Workflow: The claude-code-skill bridge provides OpenClaw access to Bash, Read, Edit, and Git tools via Telegram. Agent Teams: claude-team manages multiple workers in isolated git worktrees to perform parallel refactors or issue resolution. Interoperability: Use mcporter to share MCP servers between Claude Code and OpenClaw. Industry Comparisons vs n8n: Use n8n for deterministic, zero-variance pipelines. Use OpenClaw for reasoning and ambiguous natural language tasks. vs Claude Cowork: Cowork is a sandboxed, desktop-only proprietary app. OpenClaw is an open-source, mobile-first, 24/7 daemon with full system access. Professional Applications Therapy: Voice to SOAP note transcription. PHI requires local Ollama models due to a lack of encryption at rest in OpenClaw. Marketing: claw-ads for multi-platform ad management, Mixpost for scheduling, and SearXNG for search. Finance: Receipt OCR and Google Drive filing. Requires human review to mitigate non-deterministic LLM errors. Real Estate: Proactive transaction deadline monitoring and memory-driven buyer matching. Security and Operations Hardening: Bind to localhost, set auth tokens, and use Tailscale for remote access. Default settings are unsafe, exposing over 135,000 instances. Injection Defense: Add instructions to SOUL.md to treat external emails and web pages as hostile. Costs: Software is MIT-licensed. API costs are paid per-token or bundled via a Claude subscription key. Onboarding: Run the BOOTSTRAP.md flow immediately after installation to define agent personality before requesting tasks.

Kelli Thompson shows you how to break free from intimidation, hierarchy, and self-doubt.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why over-admiring your coworkers could be undermining your progress2) The key to sustainable confidence3) How to identify and trust your “genius zone” Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1131 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT KELLI — Kelli Thompson is an award-winning leadership and executive coach, keynote speaker, and the critically-acclaimed author of Closing The Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential & Your Paycheck. In Kelli's two-decade career leading teams, she received industry awards for her ability to build programs that cultivated the pipeline of future leaders.Kelli has coached and trained thousands of leaders to lead with more clarity and confidence through her no BS, yet highly compassionate approach. Her corporate clients rave about the insightful, engaging and practical application of her training and speaking programs. • Book: Closing the Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential, and Your Paycheck• LinkedIn: Kelli Rae Thompson• Program: Clarity and Confidence Collective• TEDxTalk: "How idolizing coworkers can hold you back" | | Kelli Thompson | TEDxOmaha• Website: KelliRaeThompson.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Know My Name: A Memoir by Chanel Miller— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monarch.com. Get 50% off your first year on with the code AWESOME.• Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/better• Factor. Head to factormeals.com/beawesome50off and use the code beawesome50off to get 50% off and free breakfast for a year. (New Factor subscribers only)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.