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#999: Join Lauryn Bosstick for a solo episode on the unsexy habits, systems, and mindset shifts that keep you feeling your best, looking your best, and moving through life with more intention. In this episode, Lauryn breaks down the behind-the-scenes habits and systems that have the biggest impact on her life,  the unsexy habits that keep you feeling sexy! She shares the routines she relies on to feel grounded, energized, and confident, how she creates structure without letting her life feel overly rigid, and the systems she's built to manage a full schedule, protect her energy, and make everyday life run more efficiently. From beauty and wellness to mindset, family, productivity, and the environment around her, this episode is all about the small things that compound into feeling better, living better, and feeling your best.   For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com   To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE   Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE   Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.   This episode is sponsored by The90 Head to http://The90.com and use code BOSSTICKS for $50 off.   This episode is sponsored by Little Spoon Get 30% off your first online order at http://littlespoon.com/SKINNY30 with code SKINNY30.   This episode is sponsored by Branch Basics Just use code SKINNY for 15% off the Premium Starter Kit at http://BranchBasics.com.   This episode is sponsored by Opill You can find Opill at most major retailers, in-stores and online.   This episode is sponsored by Just Ingredients Visit https://justingredients.com/SKINNY and use code SKINNY at checkout for 20% off your first full-price purchase.    This episode is sponsored by The Absorption Company Go to http://absorbmore.com and enter BOSSTICKS at checkout for up to 35% off your first order.   This episode is sponsored by Vuori Get 20% off your first order at http://vuori.com/skinny.   This episode is sponsored by Neuro Gum For a limited time, you can get 20% off your first order at http://neurogum.com by using code SKINNY. You can also find Neuro at CVS, Walmart and Amazon Produced by Dear Media

If your school mornings involve missing shoes, forgotten lunches, and getting to drop off with two minutes to spare, this episode is for you. Steph is sharing the three systems (plus one bonus tip) that turned her family's school morning routine from chaos into something predictable. She walks through why a consistent sleep and wake schedule matters more than most parents realize, why you need more buffer time than you think, and how staging things the night before removes the morning scramble. Then she shares her whiteboard checklist trick for kids who are old enough to read and follow a routine on their own.  Topics Covered In This Episode:  Anchor Mornings with a Consistent Sleep Schedule Give Yourself More Time Than You Think Prep the Night Before The Whiteboard Morning Checklist Show Notes: Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell's Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child's number one health advocate! Click here to explore Steph Greunke, RD's Mindset and Metabolism Substack, nuanced discussions on fat loss and behavior change for women. Watch this episode on our Youtube channel @medschoolformoms Listen to today's episode on our website This Episode's Sponsors  Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by 15,000+ women's health practitioners, including Dr. Elana and Steph. Needed supports optimal health and nourishment throughout the Motherspan--from preconception through perimenopause. Enjoy their range of practitioner-formulated, third-party tested supplements and get 20% off with code DOCTORMOM. Visit thisisneeded.com   Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $50 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order. INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can't wait to meet you! @stephgreunke @drelanaroumell Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

What happens when business owners stop accepting scattered systems, manual follow-ups, and time-consuming workflows as "just part of running a business"? In this episode of Staging Sips, Lori sits down with Harlowe founding members Kishah Langham and Erin Galvin to talk candidly about the frustrations that led them to search for a better way to run their staging businesses. Kishah brings 15 years of business experience in Houston, Texas, while Erin is approaching her first anniversary as a staging business owner in Colorado. Although they entered Harlowe at very different stages of business, they shared the same goal: creating systems that would make their work simpler, faster, and easier to grow. They share how bringing scheduling, proposals, agreements, payments, client communication, renewals, reporting, and business insights into one place has changed their day-to-day operations. Erin explains how she reduced the time required to complete a consultation report and can now send a professional proposal in about five minutes, even from the pool with her children. Kishah shares how Harlowe helped streamline her staging services and educational events while eliminating the need to chase registrations and payments across multiple platforms. You'll also hear how their real-world feedback helped shape Harlowe. Kishah's staging school inspired Harlowe's event functionality, while Erin's workflow inspired new ways to use project images within proposals. Their experiences reveal what it truly looks like to help build a platform while actively using it to run a business. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why Kishah wanted reliable systems in place before expanding her team Why Erin prioritized systems during her first year in business How combining disconnected business tools creates a simpler daily workflow How automated scheduling allows clients and agents to book and pay without back-and-forth communication How Erin reduced the time required to produce her consultation reports How reusable proposal templates can turn a lengthy process into a five-minute task How a streamlined proposal, agreement, and payment experience can help clients move forward faster Why Harlowe founding members averaged just seven minutes between opening a proposal and completing payment How Kishah uses Harlowe's Lookbook to show her work directly inside her proposals How Harlowe helped Kishah streamline registration and payment for her staging school and events How automated renewal reminders and payments reduce missed deadlines and manual follow-up How business analytics can provide clearer revenue forecasts, goals, and pricing insights How gaining time back has helped Erin focus on marketing, networking, and her family How gaining time back has helped Kishah grow her staging school and support the Black staging community How Kishah and Erin's feedback directly influenced features within Harlowe What it was really like to test Harlowe during its earliest stages Kishah and Erin also share the human side of adopting a new system: finding bugs, suggesting improvements, trusting the process, and watching their ideas become features that can serve staging businesses throughout the industry. Their stories show what becomes possible when technology fits the way you actually work. Fewer disconnected tools. Faster proposals. Smoother payments. Clearer business information. More time to grow your company and live your life.   LEARN MORE ABOUT STAGING BUSINESS SCHOOL HERE! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE: Why Kishah and Erin prioritized better systems at two very different stages of business How bringing scheduling, proposals, agreements, and payments into one place simplified their workflows How reusable templates helped turn proposal creation into a five-minute task How automation created a faster, easier experience for their clients while reducing manual follow-up How Harlowe gave Kishah and Erin more time for business growth, passion projects, and family How their real-world feedback and beta-testing experiences helped shape Harlowe's features LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE: RESOURCES: Connect With Our Guests Kishah Langham Texas Stagers https://www.stagingtexas.net/about-us www.instagram.com/texas_stagers Erin Galvin Finishing Touch Interiors https://www.finishingtouchinteriorsco.com/about www.instagram.com/finishingtouchinteriorsco Join the Harlowe Inner Circle Waitlist: https://waitlist.harloweco.com Apply for Private Coaching: www.rethinkhomeinteriors.com/privatecoachingapp Enroll in Staging Business School Accelerate Track: www.rethinkhomeinteriors.com/accelerate Follow the Staging Business School on Instagram: www.instagram.com/stagingbusinessschool Follow Harlowe on Instagram: www.instagram.com/meetharlowe Follow Lori on Instagram: www.instagram.com/rethinkhome If you want to learn how to streamline your operations so you can grow with less stress and burnout in your staging business, enrollment is open for Staging Business School Accelerate Track. 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In this Success@School webinar, Cheryl Chase, Ph.D., reframes the back‑to‑school transition as a full cognitive reboot — not a behavior issue — and gives families practical tools to help kids settle into the school year with confidence. Resources: Back-to-School Free Download: Boost Your Teen's Executive Functions Read: How to Sharpen Executive Functions: Activities to Hone Brain Skills Read: The ADHD Homework System We Swear By Watch: High School Success: A Strategic Transition for Teens Moving to Higher Grades Access the video and slides for podcast episode #615 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/getting-ready-for-back-to-school-adhd/ This episode is brought to you by NOCD, the world's leading provider of specialized OCD treatment. Learn more at https://learn.nocd.com/ADHDExperts. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

On today's show we take a look at your family room and decide whether a 7.2 system is worth it over 5.1. We also read your emails and catch up on the week's news. News:  How Valuable Is TV to Smaller, Independent Cable Operators? DirecTV and EverPass reach new deal to keep NFL Sunday Ticket in bars after threatening split Other: Rage Against the Garage Door Opener (ratgdo) Family Room - 5.1 vs 7.2 what makes sense? Most of us don't have a fully dedicated theater room to fully deck out with a 7.2.4 Atmos system. Most of us have family rooms and would like some sort of a surround sound experience beyond a low end sound bar. The question we get asked a lot is whether a 7.2 system will provide a noticeably better experience than a 5.1 system. So today we answer that question. Spoiler, in most family living rooms, a well-set-up 5.1 system is the smarter choice. A 7.2 system only becomes clearly better if you have good space behind the seating and can place the rear speakers properly. Let's get into it. Pros of Going 7.2 Better immersion - The two extra rear speakers create a more continuous sound field. Sounds that move from front to back (or circle around you) feel smoother and more realistic. Improved envelopment - You get a stronger sense of being "inside" the movie instead of just having sound coming from the sides. Smoother bass (the .2) - Two subwoofers reduce bass peaks and nulls. This is often the biggest real-world improvement over a single sub. More seating flexibility -  Multiple people can enjoy better surround effects even if they're not in the exact sweet spot. Future-proofing - Many modern receivers can use the extra channels for Atmos height speakers later if you decide to expand. Cons of Going 7.2 Space requirements - You need room behind the main seats for the rear speakers. If your sofa is against the back wall (very common), the rear speakers end up too close and the benefit largely disappears. Higher cost - Two extra speakers + a second subwoofer + possibly a more expensive receiver adds significant cost. Harder placement - Getting the rear speakers at the right height, distance, and angle is more difficult in a shared family room. Diminishing returns in smaller rooms - In rooms under about 15x15–16x18 feet, the extra speakers can actually make the sound less coherent if they're too close together. More clutter & wiring - Extra speakers and cables are harder to hide in a multi-purpose family room. Content reality - Most streaming content is still mixed in 5.1. True discrete 7.1 tracks are less common outside Blu-rays Rules of Thumb for a Family Room If your sofa is against the back wall you are realistically looking at a 5.1 system since the rear speakers have nowhere to go. If you have 3 feet or more behind you, 7.2 may be worthwhile. If you can't fully afford a proper 7.2 system you will be better served with better speakers and a great subwoofer. Bottom Line For a typical family room: A high-quality 5.1 almost always delivers more enjoyment for the money and effort. Only go 7.2 if you have decent space behind the seating and are willing to spend more for the extra immersion and smoother bass. Next week should we discuss if Atmos is worth it in a family room?

Curious about how to prevent tearing during childbirth? This episode of Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled dives deep into practical tips for reducing your risk of perineal tears, addressing common myths, and highlighting proven strategies you can start in late pregnancy and use on delivery day. Whether you're searching for "how to avoid tearing during labor," "perineal massage benefits," or "warm compresses for childbirth," this episode is packed with easy-to-follow advice and reassurance to empower your birth experience and postpartum recovery. Catch the complete conversation and visuals by heading to our Youtube channel. Disclaimer: The information in this episode is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for guidance specific to your individual circumstances. About Hilary Hilary Erickson, also known as The Pregnancy Nurse®, has over 20 years of labor and delivery nursing experience and is a mom of three. Since 1997, she's been helping parents feel prepared, empowered, and supported throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey. With firsthand experience both in the delivery room and as a mother, Hilary brings compassion, expertise, and practical insight so you know exactly what to expect. Timestamps: 00:00 Importance of Thorough Birth Classes 03:32 Discussing childbirth tear degrees 08:35 Preventing tears during childbirth 10:03 Epidurals and birth-related tearing

Max talks with Maya Shpak, CEO of SkyPath, about how pilots can avoid turbulence and find smoother air by combining crowdsourced observations, aircraft data, and machine-learning predictions. The idea for SkyPath came from an airline captain and check airman who encountered turbulence and realized that the iPad already carried in the cockpit contained accelerometers capable of measuring aircraft movement. Much like a traffic app gathers information from phones on the road, SkyPath could collect ride-quality observations from participating aircraft, send them to the cloud, and return an updated turbulence picture to other pilots. Maya says the system now receives data from about 40,000 users each day. An iPad observation is only one of five sources used by SkyPath. The system filters accelerometer readings, removes noise, and normalizes each report for aircraft type. That adjustment is important because light turbulence in a large business jet may feel moderate in a smaller general aviation airplane. When two pilots have iPads aboard the same aircraft, SkyPath can compare the two devices and identify a questionable reading. SkyPath also derives turbulence information from ADS-B vertical-rate data. Many aircraft provide both ADS-B reports and iPad observations, allowing the company to compare the two and refine its conversion algorithm. This expands coverage into areas where no participating iPad-equipped aircraft has recently passed. The platform also incorporates PIREPs and eddy dissipation rate, or EDR, reports. EDR is an aircraft-independent measure of atmospheric turbulence widely used in commercial aviation. SkyPath can convert its sensor information into EDR-compatible reports while using existing EDR data to supplement its own observations. The fifth source is SkyPath's predictive model. More than 200 meteorological parameters from NOAA and other government sources are fed into a machine-learning system trained with SkyPath's observational data. This produces estimated ride conditions where direct reports are limited. Maya says this is particularly useful to general aviation pilots flying below normal airline cruise altitudes, although the company generally sees better accuracy above about 5,000 feet. Pilots can use SkyPath before takeoff or during a flight. They may enter a call sign or flight number, paste a route from another electronic flight bag, or operate without a filed IFR flight plan. In its bearing mode, the app monitors an area approximately 100 miles ahead and 15 degrees to either side of the aircraft's direction of flight. It can run in the background and generate an alert about ten minutes before the airplane reaches significant turbulence. For larger operators, the same information can also be delivered through SkyPath's own flight-following tools or integrated EFB systems. Pilots can set the alert threshold, place the app in the background, and continue using their primary navigation display. Dispatchers may receive warnings when an aircraft is approaching rough air and then contact the crew through the operator's normal communications system. Maya says SkyPath was not yet integrated with ForeFlight at the time of the interview, although routes can be copied from ForeFlight into the app. The altitude slider helps pilots compare ride conditions above and below their planned or current altitude. This can support a decision to climb, descend, or choose a different cruising altitude before departure. SkyPath also displays validated smooth-air observations as white hexagons. Knowing where the air is smooth can be more actionable than simply seeing where rough air has been reported. The display uses familiar aviation colors to represent smooth, light, light-to-moderate, moderate, and occasional severe turbulence. Observed and predicted areas appear differently, allowing pilots to distinguish between actual aircraft encounters and conditions generated by the forecast model. Users can filter the display to emphasize the severity levels most relevant to their aircraft and operation. Maya says access to better turbulence information can change pilot behavior. One business aviation operator using SkyPath reported nearly a 50 percent reduction in moderate-turbulence encounters. SkyPath also reviewed 180 published turbulence incidents and found that matching information had been available beforehand in 79 percent of them. The app may also improve communication with passengers. Maya describes pilots showing charter passengers where rough air is expected and when it should end. That visual explanation can help nervous flyers understand why they need to remain seated and keep their seatbelts fastened. Unexpected turbulence can produce injuries, diversions, medical expenses, airport fees, passenger accommodations, replacement-aircraft costs, and schedule disruptions. Even an unsecured passenger, flight attendant, or hot drink can create a serious event. Better information gives pilots more opportunity to avoid the roughest areas or prepare everyone aboard before reaching them. Finally, SkyPath allows pilots to submit a digital PIREP from the app directly into the FAA reporting system. Individual pilots can begin with a free trial and choose between subscription levels. Maya explains how SkyPath is designed to supplement the navigation and weather tools pilots already use while providing a more detailed picture of where they may find rough or smooth air. If you're getting value from this show, please support the show via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Patreon. 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The lede is Martin's back from Jackson's parents place in the Hamptons. Trout fishing on the White River. Any good places to eat in Licking? Jackson, Larry Hughes, and Iggy on the call for the STL Trail Blazers. Silver chunks for Doug. Tony Larussa is going to join us at 8:30. Cards fall below .500. Time to hold McGreevy accountable. Could tonight be Dustin May's last start as a Cardinal with the trade deadline looming? Stark parallels to last season. What about your brown eye?Doug's been neutered. Did Burleson mouth "F this place" last night? Let's flash back to 1956 with The Ten Commandments. Woodrow Wilson. Sail away to Key Largo. Chairman finally started The Sopranos. LIght sprinklings of sapphos. Chairman is taking personal calls. A used sybian on the side of the road.Some return music from Stephen Time. Welcome to TMA Man Camp. Filling Martin in on TMA University. Man Camp & The Float Trip. Painted hair lines. Look at you two, how did you get so small? Eric Davis and his derby. The 1990 Reds. Getting rolled by hookers.They always say they wanna stay, then they go play Golden Tee. Dan Janson is on the phone lines. Dan wants a nickname because he's getting too popular. Red Devil Caller #1. Dan's trip to China. Dan wants Martin to get his Jayson Tatum jersey signed. Flatter than a plate of piss. Audio of Oli Marmol talking about limiting the frustration during the downward spiral. Odds for Manager of the Year. WAR, bro.Tony Larussa joins us talking about his upcoming charity golf tournament. His friendship with Dave Stewart. Still helping out with the White Sox. How close of an eye does he keep on the Cardinals? Tony loved Busch Stadium and it's pitcher friendly nature. Teams playing for the long ball nowadays. Pujols & Molina. The Skipper still has loads of energy at 81 years old.We're gonna let that SportsCenter update marinate for just a second. Harrison Bader's odd injury. Breaking down the interview with TLR. Jackson had a little trouble connecting with The Skipper before the call. Spam calls. Don't answer the front door. Drop ins are not allowed. Martin flexing on his with his pool. Rudeness is Tim's brand.Claib's theme song. Audio of Mike Francesa badgering an NFL reporter and calling him a clown. Audio of the SEC Unfiltered podcast saying he has a source that is skeptical about Ahmad Hardy playing this season. Where will Mizzou and Illinois football play in 2027? Treacherous road schedule next year. The Moe Miracle vs. SDSU in 2010. Audio from that infamous call from McGregor's that happened a bit early. Which SEC coach is going to get fired first? Do or do not, there is no try.Briefing Martin on the comings and goings at TMA University. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDJeff Jones on Twitter quoting Masyn Winn talking about the Cardinals trading guys even if they win every game the rest of the year. Cards sitting below .500 and falling in the wild card race. Could we be seeing May's final start tonight? Smoother brainers.Audio Brett Bielema giving his thoughts about the SEC Commissioner and the current state of college football. Jackson doesn't have conference pride, he just loves the Tigers. Big 10 Commissioner Tony Petitti on the gauntlet that Big 10 teams go through during the season Wearing shorts to work. Ya dig? Can't wait for Gabe's post-game shows again.Someone's not happy with Jackson for his Missouri State hate. Do people from Ladue go to MO State? Sick dunk by Fontleroy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-35:10) Claib's theme song. Audio of Mike Francesa badgering an NFL reporter and calling him a clown. Audio of the SEC Unfiltered podcast saying he has a source that is skeptical about Ahmad Hardy playing this season. Where will Mizzou and Illinois football play in 2027? Treacherous road schedule next year. The Moe Miracle vs. SDSU in 2010. Audio from that infamous call from McGregor's that happened a bit early. Which SEC coach is going to get fired first? Do or do not, there is no try.(35:18-49:52) Briefing Martin on the comings and goings at TMA University. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD(50:02-56:35) Jeff Jones on Twitter quoting Masyn Winn talking about the Cardinals trading guys even if they win every game the rest of the year. Cards sitting below .500 and falling in the wild card race. Could we be seeing May's final start tonight? Smoother brainers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grab the Secondary Teacher Systems Toolkit here: https://khristenmassic.thrivecart.com/systemstoolkit/?ref=pod Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Reserve your spot in the Unit Planning Lab here: https://khristenmassic.thrivecart.com/unit/?ref=podcastPlanning for the next school year? If your day is organized by class period, your planning calendar should be too. Grab my Editable Class Period Calendar here: https://khristenmassic.com/secondarycalendarpodGet the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/resetShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-CoachEver had a lab day go sideways before you even finish explaining the instructions? Today we're going all in on classroom technology procedures for smoother lab days—a phrase every harried secondary teacher has Googled at least once, and for good reason. So much time and energy evaporates when students grab devices before they're even needed or get tangled up in logistics that should have been routine. If you're tired of lab days unraveling, this episode's got the honest-to-goodness fix.Let's be real: most lab chaos isn't a student problem—it's a routine problem. The wild, uneven starts. The blank stares. That group halfway into cleanup before anyone else gets started. All symptoms of not setting the right structures. Maybe students grab laptops when they walk in, not realizing they're supposed to wait. Or nobody touches the gear, and suddenly you're losing 15 minutes to logins, charging, or “is this thing even working?”. Those little gaps? They cost you instructional time and your sanity.Here's what you should know: technology and lab days force students to make more decisions than the average period, and unless we answer those questions first—Who's my partner? Where's my role? What do I do when I'm done?—they'll fill in the blank their own way (usually not the way you want). The real solution isn't a fancier device—it's clear, practiced procedures. When you make the decisions for them in advance and build it into the bones of your classroom routines, everything changes.The show dives hard into specifics, breaking down three types of classroom technology procedures every secondary teacher needs before school even starts. The big one for today: lab day procedures. That's right—how you assign groups, create permanent A/B designations (rotating roles instead of every lab day feeling like Groundhog Day), who grabs materials, how cleanup works, and even what to do with half-finished projects. One unbeatable trick for stopping side conversations before they start: review a brief lab slide highlighting the day's unique elements before revealing group assignments. That single shift prevents movement and chatter before you're ready for it.There's wisdom here from trial and error, including a memorable moment when a paper airplane factory simulation fell flat—not because the content was bad, but because students never had a consistent group structure to slot into. That clarity hit home: structure isn't your enemy. Structure is what makes real learning (and risk-taking, and tinkering) possible in a secondary classroom.You'll get tips for making the routine visible and idiot-proof. Think: role cards posted for easy reference, a group assignments system that never changes up so students don't have to mentally juggle “am I yellow today, or B or...wait...who's my partner again?” Teachers—especially those in CTE, electives, or science—will love the practicality: slide signals, photo reminders of what a perfectly reset workspace looks like, strategies to address the “what if half the groups are off task?” problem, and the permission to pause for “just in time” teaching if the wheels come off.Multi-prep teachers, secondary classroom warriors, and anyone who's ever lost time (or their temper) to logistics—this episode is a must-listen. You'll walk away ready to build routines before your students touch a device, streamlining lab days, and freeing yourself up to teach instead of troubleshooting.The bottom line? Calm, self-sufficient classrooms don't run on charisma. They run on intentionally built routines that save everyone—from students to the teacher at the front—a world of stress. If you're aiming for work life balance in the new school year, start here. One routine at a time. Host Khristen Massic wraps it with tough love and a reminder: if your students wouldn't know what to do tomorrow if you lost your voice, you know where to fix first.Ready to make tomorrow lighter? Don't just survive lab days—own them.

Surgery can affect more than just the body. For many older adults, it can also impact memory and thinking in the days that follow. The good news? Whether you're preparing for surgery yourself or helping someone else, there are simple steps you can take before and after to support a healthier recovery.   To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don't forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier!

Grab the Secondary Teacher Systems Toolkit here: https://khristenmassic.thrivecart.com/systemstoolkit/?ref=pod Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Reserve your spot in the Unit Planning Lab here: https://khristenmassic.thrivecart.com/unit/?ref=podcastPlanning for the next school year? If your day is organized by class period, your planning calendar should be too. Grab my Editable Class Period Calendar here: https://khristenmassic.com/secondarycalendarpodGet the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/resetShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-CoachDoes your morning routine amount to hoping students eventually settle down so you can start class? If you've ever found yourself waiting for attention and losing precious minutes, let's talk about classroom management routines for a smoother start to class. Host Khristen Massic lays it out plain and simple: hoping kids will fall in line is not a plan—it's a gamble, and your sanity deserves better.Here's a scene you'll recognize: students roll in chatting, maybe shuffling their stuff around, and you—like a lot of us—hang back, waiting for the volume to drop. That's not a classroom management routine. That's crossing your fingers and banking on compliance. Khristen cracks open a story about walking into her own husband's classroom, watching him stand and wait while chaos swirled. Good teacher, but that gray area at the start of class? It eats up your time, your patience, and your instructional minutes. Every. Single. Day.There's nothing lazy about falling into this trap. When you're juggling multiple preps and eighty minutes that each need a plan, fixing a system that “mostly works” sinks on the priority list. But here's the math: losing five minutes at the start of every class adds up to hours over a semester. Multiply that by how many sections you teach, and suddenly you're giving away full days that you could reclaim. Secondary teachers, especially anyone running on overloaded autopilot, need routines that automate these decisions.So what does a real classroom management routine look like? It's not “students will start working.” That's a wish. Khristen insists on specifics: students walk in, grab a handout from the table, check the board for tech needs, pick up their notebook, sit, and begin their bellwork silently until a timer rings. The routine is clear, teachable, and leaves no room for interpretation or wasted movement. When students know what to do every time, you get to ditch the reminders and reclaim your mental bandwidth.But let's get gritty—students won't nail it day one. You need a plan for noncompliance, and it better be more than just raising your eyebrow. Khristen suggests proximity, silent desk taps, or private hallway chats—the key is handling it without drama, so those minor disruptions never become your main gig. And don't forget, the teacher's role matters every bit as much. Are you greeting in the doorway, scanning for early confusion, taking attendance with minimal fuss? Map it out.Biggest missed step? Actually teaching the procedure, not just rattling it off and hoping it sticks. Practice the start-of-class routine like you'd model a math problem: “I do, you do, we practice all week.” Assume you'll need refreshers come October, January, and after every long break—muscle memory fades for everyone when the default is chaos in other classrooms.This episode is a gut check for secondary teachers who know their current systems are running on hope. If you're tired of losing minutes, nagging about procedures, or letting routines slide because your brain's crowded by too much other stuff, here's your message: predictability is freedom, not a cage. Urban, rural, high school, middle—your students thrive on knowing exactly what's expected, even when their teenage posturing says otherwise.Khristen's straight talk is especially for teachers with multiple preps, overloaded schedules, and those who've tried to make it work by winging it. If you're desperate to stop repeating yourself and want to free up energy for actually connecting with your students or improving your work life balance, it's time to get intentional about those classroom routines that drive the flow of every single day.Before you go, ask yourself: if you missed a morning, would class still launch smoothly? If the answer is no, that's your next routine to build. Let Khristen's brand of grounded, rebellious teacher wisdom help you fix what's fixable—because every teacher deserves a start-of-class that runs itself.Here's your nudge to go rogue: Leave hope at the door, build the routine, and take your time back.

Short Description David Brown and Paul Murrell discuss a different approach to driver education, arguing that financial incentives can encourage safer, smoother driving habits. They examine shifting EV sales trends, BMW's electric success, the preservation of grand railway stations, and the changing language of luxury motoring at Rolls-Royce. The program also explores Audi's abandoned Procon-Ten safety system before reviewing the BMW i4 electric coupe and the Suzuki Jimny three-door off-roader. Episode Breakdown • Young Driver Training & Motivation — 00:01:24 • BMW EV Growth & Market Trends — 00:08:09 • Saving Grand Railway Stations — 00:15:25 • Rolls-Royce in the Electric Era — 00:20:47 • Audi Procon-Ten Safety Innovation — 00:26:20 • BMW i4 Road Test — 00:33:06 • Suzuki Jimny Road Test — 00:40:46 Young Driver Training & Motivation The discussion focuses on teaching young drivers through financial awareness as well as safety. Smoother acceleration, better anticipation and gentler braking can reduce fuel use, lower running costs and minimise vehicle wear. The hosts also compare Australian driver training with Germany's more structured approach and emphasise anticipation as a core driving skill. BMW EV Growth & Market Trends BMW celebrates production of its two-millionth EV while maintaining strong electric vehicle sales in Australia. The conversation explores why premium brands may be leading EV adoption and examines changing market dynamics, including growing competition from Chinese brands and evolving consumer expectations around electric cars. Saving Grand Railway Stations A tribute to preservation campaigner Margot Wellington leads into a broader discussion about the architectural and cultural value of major railway stations. Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station, King's Cross and Australian stations are used as examples of how transport infrastructure can become civic landmarks and community hubs. Rolls-Royce in the Electric Era Rolls-Royce's electric Spectre prompts a light-hearted examination of luxury marketing language. Beyond performance figures and regenerative braking, the hosts poke fun at extravagant descriptions of materials, craftsmanship and design features that accompany modern ultra-luxury vehicles. Audi Procon-Ten Safety Innovation Paul revisits Audi's Procon-Ten system, a cable-and-pulley safety mechanism designed before airbags became dominant. The segment highlights how technological dead ends still contribute to progress by helping engineers learn what works and what doesn't in vehicle safety development. BMW i4 Road Test The BMW i4 impresses with its styling, driving dynamics, interior design and overall refinement. While real-world range falls short of official expectations, the hosts agree it remains a genuine BMW driver's car that happens to be electric rather than an EV designed around novelty. Suzuki Jimny Road Test The compact Suzuki Jimny continues to attract a loyal following thanks to its character, simplicity and off-road capability. Despite modest performance, limited cargo space and rising prices, its charm, practicality and distinctive personality keep it at the centre of Suzuki's Australian success. Program Links and Credits Overdrive is hosted by David Brown with contributions from Paul Murrell. Produced for the Community Radio Network. Cars • Transport • Culture.

Smoother Schedules Start With Smarter Prior Authorization Lora Pada, VP of Customer Success at Infinx, host a practical conversation with Danelle Newman, Director of Patient Access at OSS Health, on how orthopedic practices can take a smarter approach to prior authorization workflows. The discussion will focus on the real operational grind patient access teams face every day, including payer complexity, manual follow-up, documentation gaps, scheduling pressure, and the challenge of keeping patients moving without overwhelming staff. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

Join Tom Rogers and Dave Brown for a Teachers Talk Radio special with experienced teacher and author Carmel Bones discussing her new book, Clockwork Classrooms: Solutions for Smoother Running Lessons. Drawing on more than thirty years of classroom experience, Carmel shares practical, time-saving approaches designed to help lessons run more smoothly, reduce friction in the classroom, and make teaching more sustainable. The conversation explores how small changes to routines, interactions and classroom systems can have a major impact on behaviour, workload and learning culture. From simplifying classroom practice to reconnecting educational research with day-to-day teaching reality, this show will unpack the strategies behind “clockwork classrooms” and ask what genuinely helps lessons flow effectively in 2026's challenging school environment.

Same-day cancellations, delayed procedures, and scheduling disruption can create major strain for orthopedic practices. In this Office Hours Takeover, Lora Pada, VP of Customer Success at Infinx, speaks with Danelle Newman, Director of Patient Access at OSS Health, about the role prior authorization workflows play in keeping schedules moving, reducing preventable delays, and giving patient access teams more breathing room.Brought to you by www.infinx.com

I'm always wary of instant cures, of instant solutions. You know what I mean, those ads that promise you can lose 10 pounds overnight or become a fluent French speaker in 2 weeks. The funny thing is that nobody believes the promises in the ads, but still we buy the products - just in case.  There is something powerful about an instant win. It's the tantalizing idea that we could get exactly what we want for almost no effort or investment of time. It never seems to matter that the instant results seem improbable, The idea of something for nothing, or almost nothing, is too powerful to resist. So today, when I tell you that I'n going to share three things that will make your music smoother almost instantly, I wouldn't blame you if you're more than a little skeptical. But I'll bet you keep listening. And I hope you do, because although these three things aren't easy to put into play, they will make an incredible difference in how your music flows. It's not snake oil; it's just solid harp playing.  Making our music smooth is just about the most important thing we need to do, and yet our desire to make our music right, sabotages the smoothness with every note. Do we play a wrong note and keep going, even when we practice? Should we correct our mistakes so we don't get into bad habits? Do we do both? Neither? Are you confused yet?  There really are several things you can do which will change the way you practice and play. They will make your music smoother, not because they're magic, but because they teach you to think about how you play and what you play differently. Even more importantly, they are critical for each one of us, whether we are used to playing music smoothly or not. So if you're an old pro like me, this is a valuable reminder or maybe even a reset. And if you're just trying to figure out how to make your music flow, this podcast will save you a lot of time and trouble. Links to things I think you might be interested in that were mentioned in the podcast episode:  Stay in touch with everything that's happening: get the Harp Mastery® app! For another take, check out this blog post: Beyond the Bar Line: The Secret to Seamless Music  Harpmastery.com Get involved in the show! Send your questions and suggestions for future podcast episodes to me at podcast@harpmastery.com Looking for a transcript for this episode? Did you know that if you subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts you will have access to their transcripts of each episode? LINKS NOT WORKING FOR YOU? FInd all the show resources here: https://www.harpmastery.com/blog/Episode-261  

WSDOT contractor Kerr Contractors Oregon LLC began work May 4 to rehabilitate 2.2 miles of southbound I-5 between NE 179th Street and the I-5/I-205 split in Vancouver. The crack, seat and overlay method adds four layers of asphalt over broken concrete panels, many more than 50 years old. Expect nighttime and weekend lane closures through late summer 2026. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/cracking-down-on-rough-roads-along-i-5-in-vancouver/ #I5Vancouver #WSDOT #ClarkCounty #Transportation #RoadConstruction #Vancouver #WashingtonState

Where do you even start when planning a home move? The wrong steps in the wrong order can leave you lost in time - which is why experts reveal the dos (and do NOT dos) behind any good home moving prep.Info: https://www.truefriendsmovingcompany.com/gallatin-tn-movers/ True Friends Moving Company City: Nashville Address: 700 East Old Hickory Blvd Website: https://www.truefriendsmovingcompany.com/

Send a text to Melissa and she'll answer it on the next episode. Surgery doesn't end when the sutures go in; that's when the real work begins. We open up the full map of recovery, from the moment anesthesia fades to the first confident steps back into daily life, and share a practical, compassionate toolkit that supports the whole person. Our focus is simple: reduce pain and swelling, steady the nervous system, restart digestion, and help the skin, bones, and connective tissues rebuild with less stress and fewer setbacks.We start with what the body actually experiences during a procedure—tissue trauma, nerve irritation, detox load, emotional vulnerability—and explain how specific remedies can meet each need. Arnica addresses bruising and shock. Hypericum calms sharp, shooting nerve pain after dental work, spinal procedures, or C-sections. Staphysagria supports clean incisions and the quiet anger or overwhelm that can linger. Calendula promotes healthy closure and reduces scarring when used appropriately. For anesthesia nausea, dizziness, and sensitivity, Phosphorus steadies the system, while Nux vomica helps when medications stall digestion and increase irritability.Deeper layers get their due. Bellis perennis helps when soreness sits in the abdomen, pelvis, or breasts after deeper work. Ruta supports tendons and ligaments after orthopedic or dental procedures, and Symphytum backs bone healing after fractures, spinal surgery, or extractions. We also share a straightforward cheat sheet so you can match symptoms to remedies with confidence and space doses as relief sets in.Recovery isn't only about remedies. We walk through hydration with electrolytes, protein-forward meals, warm foods after abdominal procedures, steady magnesium, and gentle walking to reduce clot risk and wake up digestion. We talk candidly about emotional support and the moment to escalate care: fever, spreading redness, severe swelling, drainage, intense unrelenting pain, breathing trouble, or persistent constipation. If you want personalized guidance for an upcoming procedure—or need help now—join the Inner Healing Circle or book a consult so we can build your plan together. If this helped, subscribe, share with a friend facing surgery, and leave a review to help others find us.You may also gain Access to my Fullscript dispensary and save 30% by going to: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/mcrenshawFIND ME!

This is PART 2 of ”EASEFUL”, an exclusive series for Moms expecting Baby #2 on a mission to create a postpartum redemption story where you feel present with both, and like the best version of YOU yet through it. PART #1”The Postpartum #2 Vision Board Party”: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7coOH05VG9DCgJqKWjFvbk?si=305d80fc0e594a33 Did you have a difficult postpartum experience the first time around? Ready for a postpartum redemption story, where the newborn season and transition from one to two feels easier? We're covering 3 Pieces of PROOF the newborn season and whole postpartum season will feel better this time around - emotionally and mentally. Use the insights from this video to give you undeniable proof, and something your subconscious mind can really dig into, to start to create a new vision for postpartum with baby #2. Ready to manifest a better postpartum experience this time, and feel fully resourced from the inside out as you do it? You're invited to enroll any time in your 2nd or 3rd trimester to start manifesting the BEST first year as a Mama of 2 - where you feel like YOU through it: www.mylighterway.com/mylightermotherhood Here's to a postpartum redemption story, where you feel like the fullest, best version of YOU through it. Xo, Emma

Our guest on this week's episode is Mike Van Bree, director of product safety and engineering at Louisville Ladder Inc. and current president of the American Ladder Institute (ALI). This is Friday the 13th, and you have probably heard that old adage not to walk under ladders. That warning is probably not so much because it might bring you bad luck, but because it is an unsafe thing to do. And that brings us to our guest today: March is National Ladder Safety Month in the United States – a reminder to follow proper safety procedures while working at heights in warehouse and distribution centers, among other places.  Mike Van Bree brings some safe practices when working with ladders to our discussion.This week we saw the launch of a new plan by businesses in Europe to cooperate on joining together to set standards and practices for cybersecurity, specifically for software used in industrial automation and manufacturing. Ben Ames tells you what their plans are to defend themselves against cyber criminals.Global demand for sensors in logistics is set to double between 2024 and 2033, according to recent industry reports. Victoria Kickham shares about a feature she wrote for DC Velocity's March issue that examines how sensor technology is helping companies improve the efficiency, accuracy, and security of their supply chains. Specifically, she looked into an inventory project by Walmart and a recent market expansion by a transportation industry security startup that shows just how powerful sensors are in logistics.Supply Chain Xchange  also offers a podcast series called Supply Chain in the Fast Lane.  It is co-produced with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. The latest series is now available on Top Threats to our Supply Chains. It covers topics including Geopolitical Risks, Economic Instability, Cybersecurity Risks, Threats to energy and electric grids; Supplier Risks, and Transportation Disruptions  Go to your favorite podcast platform to subscribe and to listen to past and future episodes. The podcast is also available at www.thescxchange.com.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:American Ladder InstituteNational Ladder Safety Month websiteLadder Safety Training resourcesEuropean groups form cybersecurity initiative for industrial automationSensing your way to a smoother supply chainVisit DC VelocityVisit Supply Chain XchangeListen to CSCMP and Supply Chain Xchange's Supply Chain in the Fast Lane podcastSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@agilebme.comThis podcast episode is sponsored by: Storage SolutionsOther linksAbout DC VELOCITYSubscribe to DC VELOCITYSign up for our FREE newslettersAdvertise with DC VELOCITY

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This is the forty-seventh episode in the Crypto Hipster's Curtain Calls Series, which includes 3–4-minute clips from Seasons 6-8. This compilation draws upon my conversations with:Bill Laboon, Director of Education and Governance Initiatives @ Web3 Foundation (3/23/2024, Season 7)Jim Myers, CTO and co-founder @ Flipside Crypto (2/10/2024, Season 6)Lucy Coulden, Global Program Director @ Polkadot Ambassador Fellowship (3/7/2025, Season 8)Joe Andrews, co-founder and President @ Aztec Labs (3/11/2025, Season 8)

Most acquisitions don't fail because of bad math—they fail because of people, timing, and moving too fast. In this episode, I walk through the real mistakes we made in one of our early acquisitions, what it cost us, and how that experience completely reshaped our post-acquisition playbook. If you're buying service businesses—or thinking about it—this episode will save you time, stress, and talent. We'll talk about why "good changes" still trigger fear, how fast system rollouts can backfire, and why learning first earns you the right to lead. I'll also break down our updated 90-day post-acquisition plan designed to stabilize teams, retain staff, and create smoother integrations going forward.   If you are feeling the love, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you are!! If you'd like to be featured on an episode go to theidahobusinesspodcast.com to APPLY! Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube

Today, Trish is sharing the powerful birth story of her daughter where she went from being told she would have a ‘dead baby' at 37 weeks pregnant if she didn't induce, to having a beautiful unmedicated delivery. This birth story shows how her daughter navigated the difference between convenience-based and necessary interventions. Trish breaks down the distinction between these interventions, highlighting the importance of informed decision-making and self-advocacy. She recounts how her daughter navigated medical advice and ultimately delivered her baby safely amidst true medical necessity at 39 weeks. This story underscores the value of patient education, boundaries, and empowerment in birth. You'll also hear an inspirational birth story from one of Trish's students, who delivered just a week after her daughter, showcasing the impact of her comprehensive birth education and how it helped her navigate a fast, unexpected home birth!More from this episode:Listen to the ‘My Daughter's OB Said She'll Have a Dead Baby (I'm a Labor Nurse Ya'll)' episode!Watch this FREE Birth Class: 3 Secrets to a Smoother, Faster BirthHelpful Timestamps:00:00 My Daughter's Birth01:08 The Importance of Informed Decision Making02:40 The 37-Week Appointment04:42 The 39-Week Emergency Induction07:16 Advocating for Yourself During Labor11:58 The Birth Experience14:11 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts17:22 Student Birth StoryJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love

Cardiology and emergency medicine teams are coming together to transform cardiovascular care. In this MedAxiom HeartTalk, host Melanie Lawson, MS, is joined by David Wohns, MD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI, division chief of cardiology at Corewell Health, and Meredith Busman, MD, emergency physician at Corewell Health, to discuss how shared pathways, trust, and streamlined communication are improving patient outcomes and hospital efficiency. They share real-world examples of protocol-driven care that enable faster decision-making and support smoother patient flow.

What a riff! What great rock 'n' roll asides! What joy in the chorus!! It's "Sweet Jane" by The Velvet Underground! A cavalcade of covers by Brownsville Station, Lou Reed (solo from '74), Eater, Friends Again, and of course, Cowboy Junkies. This is one of the episodes where we crack the code and tell you what the lyrics mean so listen and find out! Smoother than a Stutz Bearcat ride!!

Longevity, Cash PT, and Skating Where the Puck Is Going In this episode of the PT Entrepreneur Podcast, Doc Danny talks about why he keeps coming back to one big theme: longevity. He looks at how the market around proactive health, functional medicine, and long-term performance is exploding and why cash-based clinics are perfectly positioned to play a major role. If you want to move beyond "fix the injury and discharge" and build an ongoing longevity offer, this episode lays out the opportunity and the mindset behind it. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why patient experience is a competitive edge in cash-based practices How Claire gives you an operational advantage your patients can actually feel Why Danny has always tried to "skate where the puck is going" in healthcare How cash-based PT went from rare to common in a decade Why functional medicine and longevity clinics are booming The role PTs can play as movement-focused, accountability-driven "quarterbacks" How one training partner's transformation turned into a walking case study Why generational health change makes this work bigger than a single patient Ways to start building or partnering into a longevity offer inside your clinic Claire: The Patient-Experience Edge in a Cash Practice Danny opens by talking about what really matters in a cash-based clinic: patient experience. When people are paying out of pocket, they notice everything. He makes a simple comparison: While your competitors step out mid-session to catch up on notes, you stay fully engaged. While they stay late at the clinic finishing documentation, you are following up with patients and planning their next visits. That is the competitive edge Claire gives you. Claire is PT Biz's AI scribe, trained specifically for physical therapists. It handles your documentation instantly in the background, so your time and attention stay on your patient, not on your EMR. The result: Better in-room experience Better retention and follow-up Smoother, more efficient operations Try Claire free for 7 days: https://meetclaire.ai Skating Where the Puck Is Going Danny has always tried to pay attention to where health and wellness are headed, not just where they are today. Back in 2014, when he and his wife opened Athlete's Potential in Atlanta, cash-based PT clinics were rare. He only knew of one other in the city, but he saw more and more of them popping up on the West Coast, especially in California. That was his signal that a trend was forming. Fast forward more than a decade and there are now dozens of cash-based clinics in Atlanta alone. Many of them are true businesses with teams, multiple locations, and the kind of systems that support seven-figure revenue and even sales to private equity or hospital groups. That bet — skating to where the puck was going — paid off. The Next Wave: Longevity and Proactive Health Now, Danny sees a similar wave building around longevity and proactive healthcare. He shares the story of a training partner he has worked out with for the past couple of years. Together they have tracked: Blood panels year over year Body composition with tools like InBody Sleep and recovery data using wearables like Whoop The changes in that friend's biomarkers, physical capacity, and day-to-day energy have been dramatic. Friends who have known him for years almost do not recognize how much healthier and more capable he is. That kind of transformation is exactly what more people are starting to want. And the broader market is responding. Functional Medicine and Longevity Are Booming Danny points to the rapid growth of functional medicine, lifestyle medicine, and longevity-focused services as a sign this is not a fad. He has seen: Naturopathic and functional medicine clinics expanding quickly Providers leaving hospital systems to start proactive, integrative practices High-end gyms and programs charging tens of thousands per year for bundled health, testing, training, and recovery When he first looked for a functional medicine provider in Atlanta, there was one very expensive option. Today there are multiple. Even family members of his who were deeply rooted in traditional medical systems have shifted into functional and lifestyle medicine because they want to help people earlier, not just when they show up critically ill. The PT's Role in the Longevity Ecosystem Danny is clear: he is not saying physical therapists should try to become functional medicine doctors. Instead, he sees a natural lane where PTs can win: Movement and musculoskeletal health experts Accountability partners who help people actually implement changes Educators who can translate research and trends into safe, practical steps He has already tested this in small ways at Athlete's Potential — reviewing blood panels, talking through sleep data, adjusting training, and updating exercise programs over months and years as patients move from "out of pain" to "performing and staying healthy." For some people, that relationship has lasted for years, shifting from acute rehab to long-term physical and lifestyle coaching. Blue Ocean: Ongoing Longevity Coaching for the Right People Danny describes this longevity space as a "blue ocean" for the right clinics: There are more and more people who want proactive help with their health. There are relatively few trustworthy, movement-focused providers offering it in a structured way. He draws a line between evidence-based functional and lifestyle medicine providers and more fringe offerings that are heavy on hype and light on science. A clinical background, understanding of research, and experience with musculoskeletal care give PTs a strong foundation to cut through the noise for their patients. And you do not have to do it alone. You can: Build your own longevity-style continuity offer inside your clinic, or Partner with functional medicine or lifestyle medicine providers and stay focused on movement, strength, and physical capacity. Generational Health Change One of the most powerful parts of Danny's story is the ripple effect he has seen in his training partner's life. By changing his own habits — training, sleep, stress management, nutrition — that friend has also influenced his entire family and friend group. Kids see what their parents do and assume it is normal. Friends see what someone has done for their health and start asking questions. Danny calls this "generational health change." You are not just helping one person feel better. You are changing what feels normal for the people around them, including their kids. From "Your Knee Feels Better" to "What Do You Want Life to Look Like at 80?" So what does this look like in a practical way inside your clinic? Danny suggests starting with a simple shift in conversation once an injury is under control: Talk about how long they want to be functional and independent. Ask what they want life to look like in their 70s and 80s. Use the older adults you have seen on both ends of the spectrum as examples. From there, you can start to build ongoing support — programming, check-ins, movement testing, and education — that helps them move toward that long-term vision instead of just away from short-term pain. Is Longevity a Fit for Your Clinic? Danny is not saying every clinic has to add a longevity offer. If you like what you are doing now and your business is healthy, that is okay. But he does believe this is where a big part of the market is heading. People are more aware, more curious, and more willing to invest in staying capable longer. For clinics that want to play in that space, now is the time to start paying attention and experimenting. Resources Mentioned Try Claire free for 7 days: https://meetclaire.ai Talk with a PT Biz advisor about your clinic and offers: https://vip.physicaltherapybiz.com/discovery-call Join the free PT Biz Part Time to Full Time 5-Day Challenge: https://physicaltherapybiz.com/challenge

In Hour 1 of Warriors this Week, Dan Devone and Ken Littrell (filling in for Evan) discuss the Warriors' recent run after a 2-1 week

You're trying to get out the door and yelling “GET ON YOUR SHOES!” to your kids. Except they can't find their shoes in the pile in front of them. And don't even mention finding their coats. They're late for school, you're grumpy, and the cycle continues day after day. Sound familiar? There is a way to help your days run smoother - my three-step “roadblock review” can help! Grab your notebook and pen, because you're going to want to write this down! Resources Mentioned: Subscribe to my YouTube channel here If you want to get a taste of what I cover in my 5-day decluttering challenges inside the Facebook group, e-mail info@simplebyemmy.com with the word DECLUTTER and I'll send you the challenge videos! Related Episodes: Episode 213: Sharing the Load Without the Resentment: Fair Play for Moms with Valerie Recore Episode 58: Strategies for Smoother Mornings and Being the “Mom in the Arena” with Mollie Donghia from This Evergreen Home Episode 132: How to Diagnose and Fix Broken Rhythms At Work and Home - with Jeanette Tapley from the Moms at Work Podcast   *** I help moms declutter their homes, heads, and hearts. Contact - > info@simplebyemmy.com  Podcast -＞ https://momsovercomingoverwhelm.podbean.com/ Learn -＞ https://www.simplebyemmy.com/resources Connect -＞ Join our free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Instagram -＞ @simplebyemmy and @momsovercomingoverwhelm   *** Don't Know Where to Start? *** 5 Steps to Overcome Overwhelm -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/5steps/ 5 Mindset Shifts for Decluttering -＞ https://simplebyemmy.com/mindset/ Get podcast playlists for decluttering mindset, tactical decluttering tips, ADHD, getting kids & family on board, and more! https://www.listennotes.com/@momsovercomingoverwhelm/playlists/   Wanna work with me to kick overwhelm to the curb, mama? There are three options for you! Step 1: Join a supportive community of moms plus decluttering challenges to keep you on track at the free Facebook group Decluttering Tips and Support for Overwhelmed Moms Step 2: Sign up for the weekly Decluttering Tips and Resources for Overwhelmed Moms Newsletter and see samples here: https://pages.simplebyemmy.com/profile Step 3: Get more personalized support with in-person decluttering and organization coaching (Washington DC metro area)! https://www.simplebyemmy.com/workwithme

The All Local 4pm Update for Tuesday January 6 2025

Joining us is Jake Jaenicke, Preconstruction Manager at Balfour Beatty Construction in San Diego. Jake spent nine years in project operations before moving into preconstruction, and across nearly 13 years he's helped deliver more than $1B in education and civic work. He explains preconstruction simply: he works on the team that estimates, coordinates, and plans the construction process before mobilization. Jake's guiding philosophy is to be someone people enjoy working with—and to let the results do the talking.Comment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subscribe!Need an Electrical Engineer to help you with your design-build projects? Visit https://verticaldesignservices.com/ #Revit #BIM #Automation #KowabungaStudios #MEP #MEPAutomation

Day 4 of the Quarterly Retreat Mini-Series: OPTIMIZE You've planned. You've created. You've organized. Today, we optimize. Day 4 is where we take everything you've built this week and make it smoother, lighter, more efficient, and far easier to sustain. This is where you move from "scrambling and reacting" to feeling supported by your tools, systems, and environment. Inside this episode, you'll: Refresh or update your website, LinkedIn, or public-facing profile so it matches who you are now Optimize your templates so you stop reinventing the wheel Clean up and clarify your social media presence Automate, streamline, and systematize the parts of life and work that drain your energy Design a workflow that frees up more time, space, and mental bandwidth By the end of Day 4, you'll feel clearer, calmer, and more supported by the structures around you. This is the day that creates ease.

In today's Mining the Comments episode, Coach Daniel explores a common and often frustrating part of insomnia recovery: the doubt versus confidence rollercoaster. Inspired by a thoughtful comment from community member ckarty we look at why someone can experience a “miracle” recovery, sleep well for weeks, yet still feel waves of panic after a choppy night… followed by confidence after a peaceful one. If you're new here and curious to learn more, our FREE video course, The Festival of Understanding, is the perfect place to start. Head over to https://www.thesleepcoachschool.com and click the link at the very top of the page to begin your journey. If you're ready to leave insomnia for good, check out our coaching options.  Head over to www.thesleepcoachschool.com and click on GET SLEEP in the menu.  The Insomnia Immunity program is perfect if you like learning through video and want to join a group on your journey towards sleeping well. BedTyme is ideal if you like to learn via text and have a sleep coach in your pocket.  The 1:1 Zoom based program is for you if you like to connect one on one with someone who has been where you are now. — Do you like learning by reading? If so, here are two books that offer breakthroughs! Tales of Courage by Daniel Erichsen  https://www.amazon.com/Tales-Courage-Twenty-six-accounts-insomnia/dp/B09YDKJ3KX Set it & Forget it by Daniel Erichsen  https://www.amazon.com/Set-Forget-ready-transform-sleep/dp/B08BW8KWDJ — Would you like to become a Sleep Hero by supporting the Natto movement on Patreon? If so, that's incredibly nice of you

This episode is dedicated to all dental professionals who have ever discovered expired materials hiding at the back of a drawer, couldn't find what they needed mid-procedure, or found themselves buying supplies from the dollar store with no real system, strategy, or purpose. My office had just celebrated its 4th birthday when I discovered a bag of materials that were already two years expired. That was my wake-up call. I knew it was time to make a change...so we overhauled Toothlife Studio using Zirc's proven Color Method, and I haven't looked back. If you're looking to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and bring clarity to your clinical systems, you won't want to miss this episode.

In episode 496 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Ed Evans, CEO of Consumer Cellular, the top-rated wireless provider that provides cell phones and no-contract service plans primarily to those 50-plus. Listen in as Evans details what's driving Consumer Cellular's brick-and-mortar expansion (1:45), the strategy behind determining new store locations (3:40), and building…

https://www.ketobrick.com/pages/savage-bfcm-bundle What's going on, y'all — today's episode is all about Thanksgiving week, staying dialed in when everyone else is drifting, and unveiling the biggest bundle we've ever put together for Black Friday without actually discounting the bricks or cheapening what we stand for.Greg and I kick things off talking about Thanksgiving plans, farm life, the new pigs, and Maverick roaming around the shop. Training updates, dentist visits, a little Ozark, and a whole lot of day-to-day real-life stuff woven in like always.From there we dive into the real headline: the new Nootropic Tallow Brick, a collaboration with Keto Brains — full serving of their nootropic creamer built right into every brick: Alpha GPC, L-theanine, Lion's Mane fruiting body, heirloom MCT powder — the works. Smoother flavor, better texture, subtle fruitiness from the whey protein. Orders are already flying.Then we unpack the Black Friday dilemma — how to stay true to our values, avoid discount-culture, keep quality sacred, and still stay relevant when the entire world is trained to shop this week. The answer?Spend $500+ at KetoBrick.com and you're getting:All your bricks, at the highest discount levelLifetime access to the Savage System course (normally $799–$800)A premium Live Savage cooler bag ($200 value) packed with your orderEarly exposure to all the new gear dropping soon — natural-fiber apparel, jump ropes, water bottles, backpacks, all the non-endocrine-disrupting lifestyle upgrades we've been working onNo discounts. No gimmicks. Just stacking massive value and introducing people to all three pillars of the business — nutrition, education, and gear — in one shot.We also talk about why waiting for January 1st is nonsense, how this bundle gives you zero excuses moving into the new year, and how the affiliate discounts inside the course alone pay for the entire $500 order ten times over.After that, we pivot to Worlds — who won, who looked sharp, how Eddie crushed it — and then wrap with a rundown of pig chaos, electric fences, fried turkeys (including tallow-fried turkey tips), and the annual reminder that you don't have to drift into mindless holiday eating just because everyone else is.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

Born from a wine import business and shaped by deep relationships with multi‑generational wineries, Joy of Wine Journeys built a premium, multi‑day model with a ~75% repeat rate. Natalie shares why they skip big cities, how “depth over density” creates value, and how pricing, partnerships, feedback, and tight ops compound into growth.Top 10 takeaways1) Repeat guests keep coming back. About 75% rebook, often bringing friends and family. Nail the first trip and lifetime value follows.2) Win the in between. Don't try to run Paris or Venice. Guests fly into a gateway, then the tour connects the regions in between where long winery relationships unlock access and stories.3) Fewer stops, deeper moments. Five wineries in ten days. Hosted visits. Family meals. Time to linger. People remember conversations and rituals, not mileage.4) Price for the value you deliver. Raise prices as the experience improves. Let booking behavior and guest comments set the ceiling, not nerves.5) Partners make you resilient. When a bus failed, local partners mobilized vans, cold water, and support within the hour. Good relationships turn problems into loyalty moments.6) Feedback is the roadmap. Debrief during and after each tour, then keep, change, or cut. Trim bloat, smooth pacing, and upgrade hotels, meals, wines, and transport.7) Know who you serve. Average age ~63. Well traveled. Hungry for hosted, exclusive experiences without snobbery. Design pacing, teaching, and access for that person.8) Confirm, confirm, confirm. Book a year out, then reconfirm at six months, three months, one month, and day‑of. Fewer surprises. Smoother days.9) Help in the cities even if you don't operate there. Refer guests to vetted guides in Venice, Milan, Paris, Nice, and Florence so the whole trip feels looked after.10) Use tech to support margins, not as the magic. TravelJoy for CRM, WeTravel for euro payments, Travelfy for itineraries, QuickBooks for the back office. The differentiator is still access, hosting, and relationships.

Feeling more energized and less nauseous? It's the perfect time to prepare for a smoother birth and postpartum. Trish shares a practical, no-fluff checklist of 11 actionable steps to take in the second trimester - from mobility exercises to crucial conversations with your provider - that can reduce interventions, ease labor, and boost your confidence. Whether you're a first-time mom or a seasoned parent, these tips are designed for real, busy mamas to help you feel prepared and in control.Your Essential Second Trimester Checklist:#1: Anatomy Scan (Around 20 Weeks): Go beyond the gender reveal - understand checks for placenta location, baby's growth, heart, and fluid levels. Bring questions and follow up with your provider for clarity.#2: Gentle Pelvic and Mobility Routines: Dedicate 5-15 minutes daily to movements like pelvic tilts, squats, cat-cow stretches, and glute bridges to reduce tension, improve baby's positioning, and open your pelvis by up to 30% during labor.#3: Nutrition for Energy and Baby's Development: Focus on high-protein snacks, iron-rich meals, choline from eggs, DHA from supplements, and hydration. Balance cravings while preventing anemia and supporting brain growth.#4: Mindset and Breath Practice: Combat fear and tension with 5 minutes of daily breathing (inhale for 4, exhale for 6) and visualization to activate your parasympathetic nervous system for easier labor.#5: Build Your Birth Team and Define Roles: Educate your partner, family, and friends on your birth goals. #6: Screening Tests and Vaccine Timing: Research and discuss upcoming tests with your provider. Ask about alternatives and risks.#7: Fetal Positioning Moves: Adopt habits like forward-leaning positions, birth ball sitting, side-lying releases, and pelvic rocks to encourage optimal LOA (left occiput anterior) positioning and avoid back labor.#8: Maternity Leave and Logistics: Plan now - talk to your boss, HR, and insurance about leave, work handoffs, and paperwork to reduce third-trimester stress.#9: Baby Gear Essentials vs. Convenience: Prioritize must-haves like a car seat, safe sleep surface, diapers, thermometer, and basic clothes. Borrow or skip gadgets; survey mom friends for realistic advice.#10: Advocacy Scripts and Being Informed: Practice simple phrases like "What are the risks of waiting?" or "No, thank you" to navigate decisions calmly and firmly during labor.#11: The "What If" Conversation: Schedule a detailed chat with your provider about induction thresholds, failure to progress, pain management, VBAC policies, and newborn care like delayed cord clamping. Share this episode with a pregnant friend, and tag @labor.nurse.mama on Instagram with your second-trimester wins. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review - your feedback helps more mamas prepare for the birth they deserve!More episodes:Second Trimester Pregnancy: What To Expect | 3111 Things to Do During the Second Trimester of Pregnancy | 82Second Trimester Pregnancy Testing | 165

In this episode, Wally Mulhern and Bobby Doss take listeners deep into the mindset and methods behind effective flight planning. They break down how professional pilots think, plan, and prepare—long before the engine ever starts.Wally explains why smart flight planning begins weeks in advance, sometimes as early as 20 days before departure, especially for longer trips. He shares how to select fuel stops just beyond the halfway point—around 280 to 320 miles—to maintain both efficiency and mental endurance. Past experiences taught him that chasing cheaper fuel can backfire through delays and limited services, making reliability and safety worth the extra cost.Weather plays a defining role in every flight, and Wally emphasizes checking forecasts repeatedly—three weeks, two weeks, ten days, and again the night before. He outlines how to analyze broad surface charts, TAFs, and METARs to anticipate conditions, adjust routes, and account for winds that can change fuel burn by up to 20% in a Cessna 172. He also discusses planning around TFRs and keeping alternate airports ready, even when not required.Bobby builds on that foundation with his focus on cockpit organization and readiness. His night-before checklist includes verifying oil levels, charging devices, updating ForeFlight, and packing flight materials. These habits reduce stress, save time, and make each preflight smoother. Wally echoes this with his own structured airline routine—packing the night before, updating iPads, and keeping notes on the yoke for future pilots. Both stress that good organization directly impacts performance and safety, especially during check rides.Together, they underline a shared philosophy: prepare early, plan thoroughly, and stay flexible. Weather forecasts are only predictions, sound judgment and real-time decision-making matter most. Their combined airline and general aviation experience shows that professional-grade preparation leads to safer, more confident flying.Whether you're a new student pilot or seasoned aviator, this episode delivers actionable insights on fuel management, weather interpretation, and cockpit discipline—helping you fly smarter, safer, and more like a pro.

If you're overwhelmed by all the health advice and not sure where to start, this episode is your simple, targeted on-ramp. I'm breaking down exactly how just 7 focused days can nudge your hormones, nervous system, energy, mood, and digestion in the right direction—without complicated protocols or expensive gadgets. (Gary, my Springer spaniel, also makes a cameo… and yes, petting him is great for cortisol.) Why 7 Days Works (and what we actually target) Instead of trying to fix everything at once, we stack a few high-leverage habits that calm the nervous system, steady blood sugar, and support digestion—so your hormones can follow suit. You'll know what to do and what to try next if your first step doesn't land. Our three pillars: Energy: Create better mornings by prepping your nights (sleep hygiene + gentle cortisol "turn-on" routine). Mood: Steadier blood sugar + specific fast-acting herbs and nutrient repletion you can feel, while longer-build supports get started. Digestion: Simple shifts that reduce bloat, improve motility, and help you actually absorb what you eat. What You'll Learn in This Episode How to stop the overwhelm and pick the first right step (and the second, if needed). AM/PM routines that signal your hormones at the right time (sleep → morning energy). The 80/20 of blood sugar regulation for mood steadiness all day. Quick-win gut supports to reduce bloat and re-train digestion. A clear troubleshooting path if your first attempt doesn't move the needle. Why short, focused action breaks the freeze state and builds momentum. Real-Life Impact I share client stories (including one who was at a serious crossroads in her marriage) where regulating mood and stabilizing energy revealed the next obvious target—sleep and gut. Once the fog lifted, the path forward got clear and doable. What Can Shift in 7 Days Days 1–2: Deeper sleep onset, fewer middle-of-the-night wakeups, less morning grogginess. Days 3–4: Smoother energy curve; fewer crashes; less "hanger." Days 5–7: Noticeable mood steadiness, reduced reactivity, lighter bloat/pressure, more "I feel like myself." (Everyone's timeline is unique, but these are the common early wins.) What's Inside the 7-Day Plan Daily AM/PM checklists (so you don't have to think). Meal framework for blood sugar balance without counting or apps. Mini mood protocol (quick-start nutrients + herbs that act faster). Digestion reset basics (timing, bitters, fiber progression, gentle motility cues). If-this-then-that troubleshooting when Plan A doesn't click. Weekend strategy so you don't lose momentum. Is This For You? You wake up tired, snap more than you want to, and bloat is "just normal." You've tried "all the things" but need a simple, guided first week to gain traction. You're not ready for full testing yet—but want to do something that actually helps. Ready to Start? Join the 7-Day Recharge If you want a done-for-you, step-by-step week to Restore Energy, Reset Mood & Renew Digestion, hop into 7-Day Recharge. I built it to remove the guesswork and give you early wins that build momentum. Join the 7-Day Recharge: Restore Energy, Reset Mood & Renew Digestion: Join the 7 Day Recharge

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2775: Sarah Von Bargen reminds us that small, intentional habits can transform our relationships from routine to remarkable. By learning to listen deeply, greet warmly, and plan both meaningful check-ins and playful moments together, she shows that love thrives not on grand gestures but on everyday care. Each habit she outlines is a simple yet powerful way to build connection, reduce friction, and make life together more joyful. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.yesandyes.org/2019/02/relationship-habits.html Quotes to ponder: "Building even one good relationship habit (or breaking a bad one), could have a big impact on your relationship." "It's nice to come home to someone who's noticed you're back! It's lovely to start the non-work part of your day with an enthusiastic hello!" "Planned fun is better than no fun."

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 2775: Sarah Von Bargen reminds us that small, intentional habits can transform our relationships from routine to remarkable. By learning to listen deeply, greet warmly, and plan both meaningful check-ins and playful moments together, she shows that love thrives not on grand gestures but on everyday care. Each habit she outlines is a simple yet powerful way to build connection, reduce friction, and make life together more joyful. Read along with the original article(s) here:⁠ https://www.yesandyes.org/2019/02/relationship-habits.html⁠ Quotes to ponder: "Building even one good relationship habit (or breaking a bad one), could have a big impact on your relationship." "It's nice to come home to someone who's noticed you're back! It's lovely to start the non-work part of your day with an enthusiastic hello!" "Planned fun is better than no fun."

On today's weekend update episode, we discussed briefly the factors that are going into making Amazon reselling easier than it's been in a long time because of the technology that's now available to us.   We also have a webinar coming up soon that you can't afford to miss. You'll learn how to use the incredible 3PMercury tool that's behind the steady stream of Amazon seller success stories that you're hearing in our community. We can't wait to show you how this works.   Plan to join us online October 23 at this powerful training webinar event - details here: https://3pmercury.com/webinar     Show notew LINKS:   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart - The low cost step-by-step group coaching classes for new ProvenAmazonCourse.com students   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word “free” to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11

Today I'm joined by Jason Swiech, Product Marketer at CDK Global. We discuss what top-performing dealers are doing in the F&I office, why double-entry data is crushing customer satisfaction, the add-on products flying off the shelves and much more. Read CDK Global's 2025 F&I Shopper Study mentioned in the episode here: https://www.cdkglobal.com/insights/new-report-shows-shifts-fi-trust This episode is brought to you by: 1. Repair360 - If you're in the used car business, you know wasted time is wasted money. Check out Repair360—the first and only reconditioning software that connects every function in the dealership to tighten recon and help you sell more cars — No more hounding vendors. Goodbye endless texts and hallway chases. Repair 360 connects all the dots. See where every car is and what its recon is costing minute-to-minute in real time. Go to ⁠⁠https://www.repair360.com⁠⁠ 2. Cox Automotive - Omnichannel isn't a buzzword anymore—it's the playbook winning dealers are running. In a world where the buyer journey is more fragmented than ever, the most successful dealers are connecting the dots—online, in-store, and everywhere in between. The result? Smoother deals, faster turnarounds, and serious lift at the bottom line. Nearly 80% of omnichannel dealers are seeing higher close rates, and you can too. Want in? The Omnichannel Dealership—a new guide from Cox Automotive—breaks it all down. Click the link to download it now free. @ ⁠⁠https://www.coxautoinc.com/retail/omnichannel-dealership⁠⁠ 3. CDK Global – Managing inventory doesn't have to be a grind. Backed by over 50 years of CDK know-how and powered by next-gen AI tools, you'll price with confidence, merchandise like a pro, and move cars off the lot faster — all while boosting your bottom line. Learn more about the CDK Vehicle Inventory Suite: https://www.cdkglobal.com/cdk-vehicle-inventory-suite Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dealership recruiting ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgrecruiting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fix your dealership's social media ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.trynomad.co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgpartner.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Industry job board ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Topics: 00:08 What is Jason's role at CDK? 01:24 Current F&I trends in dealerships? 02:03 Why is F&I process critical? 04:29 Digital retailing's impact on F&I? 06:11 Key F&I survey insights? 07:14 Solving F&I workflow challenges? 18:59 F&I manager compensation structure? 22:33 Digital vs paper in F&I? 25:42 Future predictions for F&I? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/GuyDealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@guydealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠threads.net/@cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! On this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon and Chris Soden of Strategic Fitting, one of the world's leading experts in bike fitting, discuss the importance of customized coaching and bike fitting. Chris shares his background, emphasizing the evolution of bike fitting from basic measurements to advanced systems. He highlights the significance of saddle fit, tire pressure, and equipment choices, advocating for adjustable components and proper positioning. Chris also stresses the importance of preemptive bike fits to avoid issues during training. They discuss the benefits of road bikes for triathletes and the need for proper equipment to enhance performance and comfort. Chris offers remote consultations and aims to provide personalized solutions for athletes. If you have any questions about the Purple Patch program, feel free to reach out at info@purplepatchfitness.com. Purple Patch and Episode Resources Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Explore our training options in detail: https://bit.ly/3XBo1Pi Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com  

Today I'm joined by Lauren Wilson Reeves, GM at Wilson Kia. We discuss her path from plastic surgery technician to high-powered GM, the untapped potential of having more women on the sales floor, how her open-door leadership bridges the gap between employees and executives, and more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Cox Automotive - Omnichannel isn't a buzzword anymore—it's the playbook winning dealers are running. In a world where the buyer journey is more fragmented than ever, the most successful dealers are connecting the dots—online, in-store, and everywhere in between. The result? Smoother deals, faster turnarounds, and serious lift at the bottom line. Nearly 80% of omnichannel dealers are seeing higher close rates, and you can too. Want in? The Omnichannel Dealership—a new guide from Cox Automotive—breaks it all down. Click the link in the show notes below to download it now free @ https://www.coxautoinc.com/retail/omnichannel-dealership 2. DLRdmv – Dealers, are you still stuck using outdated interstate titling methods? DLR50 from DLRdmv modernizes out‑of‑state titling by providing 24/7 sales tax, title, and registration fees, pre‑populated state-specific forms, through an online platform that directly integrates with your DMS. CDG listeners get 30 days of free full-service access to DLR50 on unlimited out-of-state deals. Head over to http://www.DLRdmv.com/CDG, use code POD30 to claim your free month today. 3. Nomad Content Studio - Most dealers still fumble social—posting dry inventory pics or handing it off without a plan. Meanwhile, the store down the street is racking up millions of views and selling / buying cars using video. That's where Nomad Content Studio comes in. We train your own videographer, direct what to shoot, and handle strategy, to posting, to feedback. Want in with the team behind George Saliba, EV Auto, and top auto groups? Book a call at http://www.trynomad.co⁠ Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ ⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠ Dealership recruiting ➤ ⁠http://www.cdgrecruiting.com⁠ Fix your dealership's social media ➤ ⁠http://www.trynomad.co⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠ For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ ⁠http://www.cdgpartner.com⁠ Industry job board ➤ ⁠http://jobs.dealershipguy.com⁠ Request to be a podcast guest ➤ ⁠http://www.cdgguest.com⁠ Topics: 00:23 How balance family and business? 01:06 Current business challenges? 01:58 Why enter car business? 05:33 Best turnaround success story? 06:48 Women in auto industry? 12:38 Motherhood and career balance? 15:12 Earning family business respect? 22:17 Advice for women in auto? 26:52 Building positive work culture? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/GuyDealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@guydealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠threads.net/@cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠