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What if you are not your thoughts, and simply knowing that changes the way you experience everything?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Ray Martin, entrepreneur, mindfulness teacher and author of Life Without A Tie, shares one of his six rules for happiness: become your own observer. Drawing on his experience of a 10-day Vipassana meditation retreat, Ray explains why the ability to watch yourself having a thought, rather than being consumed by it, is one of the most powerful shifts in awareness a person can make.Press play to discover how this one insight raises your accountability, closes the gap between expectation and reality, and gives you a completely different relationship with everything that happens to you.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Ray Martin in episode #530:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/530˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

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This week: PTSD & Coherence; Immigration & Crime; Mindfulness In Policing; Join the free Police Science Dr email list to have these emailed to you every Tuesday. You'll also get access to the password-protected 'Read' page which houses all video transcripts and all Police Science Snippets www.PoliceScienceDr.com

What if the way you think about money today has nothing to do with you, and everything to do with what you caught from your parents before you even knew you were watching?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Matt Morizio, founder of Reconstructing Wealth, shares why most of our money fears come from inherited stories we never chose, and what it actually takes to identify and rewrite them.Press play to discover the one question that can unlock the root of your relationship with money.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Matt Morizio in episode #560:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/560˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

In this episode of EVJ Snippets, we summarise the latest research published in our Equine Veterinary Journal through a quick overview of the paper: Context-aware machine learning for lameness side and severity prediction in trotting horses: A proof-of-concept study.

What if the loneliness you feel, even surrounded by people who love you, has nothing to do with them and everything to do with a part of yourself you have been hiding?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Mario Lanzarotti, whose TEDx talk has nearly 3 million views, shares why self doubt and loneliness are inseparable companions, and why the only way out is not to achieve more, but to stop hiding the parts of yourself you have deemed unworthy of being seen.Press play for one of the most honest and quietly profound conversations about self doubt, the heart, and what it truly means to live with courage.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Mario Lanzarotti in episode #542:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/542˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

This week: Weapon-Carrying; Vandalism in Public Parks; Weapon Ban Zones; Join the free Police Science Dr email list to have these emailed to you every Tuesday. You'll also get access to the password-protected 'Read' page which houses all video transcripts and all Police Science Snippets www.PoliceScienceDr.com

What if there were signs all around you confirming whether you are on the right path, and you just needed to know how to read them?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Ray Martin, shares a concept he learned as a pilot that changed the way he makes decisions in life: confirmation signals. Through two vivid personal stories from his 14 year sabbatical, Ray explains how to use the signals around you to trust your intuition and move forward with confidence, even in the most uncertain of times.Press play to discover a simple but powerful framework for knowing when you are heading in the right direction.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Ray Martin in episode #530:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/530˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

Du schaust ins Google-Ads-Konto und irgendwas ist anders. Ungewohnte Suchbegriffe, mehr Klicks, höhere Kosten – obwohl du seit Wochen nichts umgestellt hast. Das kann an einer Änderung liegen, die Google seit dem 1. September ausrollt und bis Ende September in allen Konten durch haben will. ---- Was Google gerade aktiviert Google schaltet betroffene Suchkampagnen auf AI Max. Das ist keine neue Kampagnenart, sondern eine Erweiterung deiner bestehenden Suchkampagne. Kommuniziert wurde es, aber bewusst freigeben oder ablehnen kannst du es nicht. • Google darf selbst Sitelinks, Zusatzinformationen, Snippets und Texte von deiner Webseite nehmen • Google ordnet dir Suchbegriffe zu, die es thematisch für passend hält • Die Zielseiten-Erweiterung ist standardmäßig an – Google kann Leute auf eine andere Unterseite schicken als die, die du hinterlegt hast ---- Zwei Einstellungen entscheiden, ob es dich trifft Betroffen bist du nur, wenn eine von zwei Sachen in deinen Kampagneneinstellungen gesetzt ist. • Automatisch erstellte Assets sind aktiviert • Weitgehend passende Keywords sind auf Kampagnenebene geschaltet – nicht gemeint sind einzelne Keywords, die du in weitgehend passender Form eingebucht hast Hast du beides nicht aktiviert und ist AI Max bei dir aus, passiert erstmal nichts. Prüfen lohnt sich trotzdem. ---- Was wir aktuell in den Konten sehen Die Ergebnisse sind gemischt, mit Tendenz nach unten. In einigen Projekten kommen tatsächlich mehr Conversions und sinnvollere Suchbegriffe. Häufiger ist der andere Fall: Anzeigen laufen auf Begriffe, die mit dem Angebot nichts zu tun haben – und das wird schnell teuer. • Im Suchbegriffe-Bericht unter Statistiken und Berichte steht in einer eigenen Spalte, ob ein Begriff über AI Max ausgelöst wurde • Die Abschaltung der dynamischen Suchanzeigen hat Google auf Februar 2027 verschoben, also deutlich nach dem Weihnachtsgeschäft • Ähnlich lief es bei PMax: am Anfang schwach, später deutlich besser – das dürfte hier genauso kommen ---- Deine Entscheidung Läuft AI Max bei dir und du bist mit den Zahlen zufrieden, lass es an. Es wird vermutlich die Grundlage dafür sein, dass Anzeigen später in Gemini und im KI-Modus ausgespielt werden. Siehst du dagegen steigende Kosten, mehr Klicks und Suchbegriffe, die nicht zu deinem Angebot passen, schalte es wieder ab und schau dir erst das Fundament an. Wichtig bleibt in beiden Fällen dasselbe: Meldest du echte Aktionen zurück – Bestellung, Anfrage, Termin, Newsletter-Anmeldung – kann Google sinnvoll optimieren. Meldest du nur den Aufruf der Kontaktseite oder gar nichts, trägt das Fundament diese Erweiterungen nicht. Alles Weitere findest du auf master-of-search.de

Snippets leaked to the British press about royal couple Harry and Meghan's plans in the UK may have spurred King Charles to take a firm stance, according to new reports. The King released a letter clarifying the Duke and Duchess of Sussex remain private citizens and won't resume royal duties. They can't use the titles His or Her Royal Highness. Royal correspondent Victoria Arbiter says there'd been talk the pair wanted to ramp up their charity work. "The King has made it very clear that no, they are there furthering their own interests, they do not represent the monarchy or the Sovereign himself." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the answer to what you should be doing with your life is hiding in something you loved before the world talked you out of it?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Rob Wentz, leadership communication coach, speaker and podcast host, shares one simple question he asks every client to help them reconnect with their purpose. The answer almost always reveals something profound about what they are doing now, and what they are missing.Press play to discover what your 10 year old self knew about you that you may have forgotten.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Rob Wentz in episode #528:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/528˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

In this episode of EVJ Snippets, we summarise the latest research published in our Equine Veterinary Journal through a quick overview of the paper: Centrifugation of peritoneal fluid improves visual assessment of strangulating lesions in equine colic.

Sarai and Haley share a quick update: the podcast break is extending through the end of the year while they take time to experiment with new formats and ideas. They talk about why taking a breather proactively (instead of waiting until burnout) is a sign of protecting something you love, not losing interest in it. Plus, how you can help shape the show's future by filling out a two-minute listener survey. Take the Seamwork podcast survey. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter. Download our free fitting journal. Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube. Follow us on Instagram. Find us on TikTok. Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

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What if most of your suffering comes not from what happened, but from the gap between what happened and what you expected?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Hans Wilhelm, mystic, spiritual teacher and author whose books have sold over 40 million copies worldwide, shares a deceptively simple but profound insight from author Ken Keyes: change your expectations into preferences, and you take the sting out of almost anything life throws at you.Press play for one of the most practical and immediately applicable pieces of wisdom I have shared on this podcast.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Hans Wilhelm in episode #520:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/520˚Send us a textSupport the showSubscribe to our weekly email: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/email---A personal development podcast for midlife professionals, offering mindset tips and practical tools for personal growth, self mastery, personal mastery, and purposeful living. Discover psychology tips for emotional intelligence and growth mindset, including overcoming impostor syndrome and building self mastery.Personal Development Mastery features personal development interviews and solo episodes empowering professionals, entrepreneurs, and seekers to cultivate self mastery and create a meaningful, fulfilling life aligned with who they truly are.To support the show, click here.

In this episode of EVJ Snippets, we summarise the latest research published in our Equine Veterinary Journal through a quick overview of the paper: Use of a caudal intercostal block to provide perioperative analgesia for horses undergoing surgery for colic.

Does your business still need you to make every decision, solve every problem, and make sure everything gets done? In this episode, I sit down with former Google, Apple, and Microsoft team expert Lia Garvin to talk about how to stop being the bottleneck and build a team that actually helps your business make more money. Lia shares the simple systems that can free up your time, make delegation easier, eliminate unnecessary meetings and expenses, and give your team the clarity to take real ownership. We also talk about how to know whether you have the wrong person or they simply haven't been led well, the conversations too many founders avoid, and how to create a culture of clear expectations without becoming a micromanager. If you're ready to get out of the weeds, stop carrying your entire business on your shoulders, and build a team that can grow with you, this episode is for you. Check out our Sponsors: Shopify - Try the ecommerce platform I trust for Glōci. Sign up for your $1/month trial period at http://Shopify.com/happy. Monarch Money -  Get your first year of Monarch Core for half off at http://Monarch.com with code EYH. Northwest Registered Agent - Visit http://northwestregisteredagent.com/EarnFree and start using free resources to build something amazing. Fabric - Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at http://meetfabric.com/earn. Indeed - Indeed is giving Earn Your Happy listeners a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to help get your job the premium status it deserves. Just go to http://Indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on Earn Your Happy. Momentous - If you want to try Momentous Signature Spec Creatine, head to http://livemomentous.com and use code EARN for up to 35% off your entire first order. Brevo - Meet Brevo…the all-in-one marketing and CRM platform built to help you connect with customers, boost engagement, and grow your business smarter. Get started for free today—or use code HAPPY50 to save 50% on Starter and Standard Plans for the first three months of an annual subscription. Just head to http://www.brevo.com/happy HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 How to turn your team from an expense into a revenue driver. 03:00 How Lia became the “team whisperer” at Microsoft, Apple, and Google. 06:10 What Lia learned about creating value when she felt like she didn't belong. 09:40 How to address team problems without putting people on the defensive. 12:00 The team problems Lia saw repeatedly inside some of the world's biggest companies. 16:10 Why Lia left Google to help entrepreneurs build better teams. 18:00 The leadership struggles business owners face when they start hiring. 20:15 The biggest misconception that keeps founders from creating systems sooner. 22:25 Where to start when you're already too busy to build systems. 24:55 How doing everything yourself is limiting your team and your growth. 26:10 How getting out of the weeds can directly impact your bottom line. 29:10 The simple weekly system that gives you visibility without micromanaging. 31:25 The delegation trap that keeps founders doing everything themselves. 32:50 The conversations that can save you from losing your best employees. 35:20 How to reset your company culture when expectations haven't been clear. 39:15 The first thing to fix when your founder and team are blaming each other. 41:40 Do you have the wrong employee, or are they being led the wrong way? 43:00 The 3 questions to ask before deciding a team member isn't working out. 46:00 How to give clear feedback without feeling like the “bad guy.” 49:15 How simple operational changes can save thousands and unlock more revenue. RESOURCES DM Lia the word “HAPPY” to get access to the Snippets app and create a simple weekly system for tracking your team's wins, blockers, and priorities. DM Lia the word “HAPPY” or head to liagarvin.com/happy to get her free guide for navigating sticky team conversations and having your own “sit down.” Learn more about Lia's Team Ops Playbook and fractional COO support at liagarvin.com Learn more about Loop at loriharder.com/loop Get on the waitlist for Mentor Collective Mastermind HERE! Try glōci for 40% off your first order with code HAPPY at checkout - head to getgloci.com FOLLOW Follow me: @loriharder Follow glōci: @getgloci Follow Lia: @lia.garvin

What if that feeling of restlessness, boredom or unease is not something to push away, but a message worth sitting with?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Hans Wilhelm, mystic, spiritual teacher and author whose books have sold over 40 million copies worldwide, shares a profound and practical teaching on why our soul communicates with us through discomfort, and what happens when we stop and listen instead of reaching for a distraction.Press play to discover why boredom might be one of the most important signals you will ever receive.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Hans Wilhelm in episode #520:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/520˚Send us a textSupport the showSubscribe to our weekly email: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/email---A personal development podcast for midlife professionals, offering mindset tips and practical tools for personal growth, self mastery, personal mastery, and purposeful living. Discover psychology tips for emotional intelligence and growth mindset, including overcoming impostor syndrome and building self mastery.Personal Development Mastery features personal development interviews and solo episodes empowering professionals, entrepreneurs, and seekers to cultivate self mastery and create a meaningful, fulfilling life aligned with who they truly are.To support the show, click here.

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In this episode of EVJ Snippets, we summarise the latest research published in our Equine Veterinary Journal through a quick overview of the paper: First experience with radiofrequency catheter ablation in horses with recurrent, persistent naturally occurring atrial fibrillation.

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What if the reason you're not moving forward has nothing to do with what you know or what you've done, but with who you are being?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Dr Ryan Gottfredson, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author and leading expert on mindsets and vertical development, shares one of the most clarifying distinctions I have ever heard in personal development: the difference between your doing side and your being side, and why focusing on the wrong one keeps so many high achievers permanently stuck.Press play to discover why the next degree, certificate or course might not be what you need, and what to focus on instead.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Dr Ryan Gottfredson in episode #512:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/512˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

In this episode of EVJ Snippets, we summarise the latest research published in our Equine Veterinary Journal through a quick overview of the paper: Antimicrobial effects of equine regenerative medicine products: A systematic review and meta-analysis of in vitro and in vivo studies.

What if the secret to mastering life is not doing more, but interfering less?In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Bob Martin, former criminal trial lawyer turned mindfulness mentor, shares a teaching he received from a 72nd generation Taoist Master, on what it truly means to master life. Through the metaphor of a swimmer reading the tide, Bob reveals why knowing when to push and when to wait is one of the most powerful and underrated skills a person can develop.Press play for one of the most memorable and practically useful pieces of ancient wisdom I have ever shared on this podcast.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Bob Martin in episode #496:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/496˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

In this episode of EVJ Snippets, we summarise the latest research published in our Equine Veterinary Journal through a quick overview of the paper: Diagnosis of bacteraemia in neonatal foals using 16S rRNA high-throughput sequencing.

What if the thoughts running through your mind are not there to be controlled, suppressed or eliminated, but simply observed?In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Banya Lim, a multi-generational healer and energy coach, shares a powerful teaching on the connection between thoughts, emotions and the body. She explains why so much emotional suffering comes from identifying with thoughts, and how allowing them to pass without resistance can restore a natural sense of balance within.Press play to learn how to relate differently to your thoughts, release emotional tension, and reconnect with a calmer state of being.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Banya Lim in episode #518:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/518˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

In this episode of EVJ Snippets, we summarise the latest research published in our Equine Veterinary Journal through a quick overview of the paper: Risk factors for post-partum colic in a population of UK and Irish Thoroughbred broodmares. 

That end-of-summer slowdown is real — and you're not the only one feeling it. In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about what happens to our creative energy as the season winds down, why motivation dips are a normal part of any creative practice, and gentle, honest ways to stay connected to your sewing even when you're not actively at the machine. Plus, they share why fall is actually the perfect time to press reset on your whole approach. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

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What if you have been meditating wrong all along, not because of your technique, but because of what you think meditation is supposed to feel like?In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Bob Martin, former criminal trial lawyer turned mindfulness mentor, professor and author, shares what meditation actually is, why a wandering mind is not failure but the whole point, and how the awareness you build on the cushion becomes a source of genuine peace and stability in everyday life.Press play to discover one of the clearest and most practical explanations of meditation and mindfulness I have ever heard.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Bob Martin in episode #496:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/496˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

The headlines said AI would be cheaper than your team. The receipts say otherwise. If you jumped in fast and are feeling the cost, or you've been holding back wondering if you're already behind, this one is your reset. Lia breaks down how to figure out where AI actually fits on your team — without an arms race, a Chief AI Officer, or a plan to replace the people who make your business run.In this episode you'll learn:- Why AI isn't the wholesale cost savings you were promised — and why that's actually good news- How to tell whether your business really needs a "Chief AI Officer" (most don't)- The tool mindset that separates teams who benefit from AI from teams who just spin their wheels- Where AI genuinely claws back hours — and where a team conversation solves it faster- Why the hard part was never the tech, and the people conversations to have first- How to start with foundations so AI augments your team instead of replacing itResources mentioned:- Grab Lia's free guide with 5 scripts to make any hard conversation easier: liagarvin.com/convo- Send Lia the AI challenge you're wrestling with (she'll cover them on the show): hello@liagarvin.com- Snippets — stay in the know of what your team is working on without having to micromanage: liagarvin.com/snippetsDownload my FREE guide to making hard conversations with your team easier at liagarvin.com/convoLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work.I transform teams from cost centers to profit centers with practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing EASIER.Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comContact: liagarvin.com/contactEmail: hello@liagarvin.comFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lia.garvinWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Lia.Garvin--© 2026 Lia Garvin / Managing Made Simple

When a stretch of free time opens up, the last thing you want is to waste it staring at your stash, unsure where to begin. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share how to prepare for those precious sewing binges, choose the right projects, stay in the flow, and avoid the crash that sometimes follows an intense creative stretch. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

What if the crisis you are going through right now is the very thing that leads you to what you actually need?In this series, I select my favourite, most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Tom Cronin shares the deeply personal story of his nervous breakdown after years of addiction and burnout, and the unexpected sliding door moment that introduced him to meditation just weeks later. He also reveals the realisation that changed everything: that the problem was never his career, it was his inner state all along.Press play to hear a raw, honest account of crisis, transformation, and the simple truth that fulfilment was never going to come from changing the outside world.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Tom Cronin in episode #336:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/336˚Personal development podcast for midlife professionals, offering actionable insights for personal growth, mindset tips, self mastery and purposeful living.˚Send us a textSupport the showSubscribe to our weekly email: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/email---A personal development podcast for midlife professionals, offering mindset tips and practical tools for personal growth, self mastery, personal mastery, and purposeful living. Discover psychology tips for emotional intelligence and growth mindset, including overcoming impostor syndrome and building self mastery.Personal Development Mastery features personal development interviews and solo episodes empowering professionals, entrepreneurs, and seekers to cultivate self mastery and create a meaningful, fulfilling life aligned with who they truly are.To support the show, click here.

Most of us wait until the leaves are already turning to think about fall sewing — and then we're scrambling. In this episode, Sarai and Haley make the case for planning your fall wardrobe right now, in the middle of summer. They walk through exactly why this window matters, what you can figure out today that you'll thank yourself for in September, and a simple planning exercise you can do immediately to get started. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

When insurance drives patient conversations, treatment decisions can shift away from health needs and toward coverage limits. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt speaks with Carlie Einarson, dental practice coach, about changing the way teams discuss insurance, treatment, and patient value. You will learn how insurance-first language affects trust and profitability, which metrics reveal the financial impact of PPO participation, and how to lead with relationships and clinical recommendations instead of benefits. To help patients choose your practice for the care you provide rather than your participation on an insurance list, listen to Episode 1072 of The Best Practices Show!Main Takeaways:Insurance-centered conversations can cause patients to base treatment decisions on coverage rather than their health needs.Repeatedly mentioning insurance trains patients to view it as the primary decision-maker.PPO adjustments create an effort gap between a practice's full fee and the amount it ultimately collects.Teams should explain the patient's condition, recommended treatment, and value of care before discussing benefits.Insurance should be positioned as a benefit that may contribute toward treatment rather than determine treatment.Practices need to track their adjustment and write-off percentages before making informed decisions about PPO participation.Relationship-based conversations help patients choose a practice because they trust the team and the care it provides.Snippets:00:00 When insurance drives the conversation, value gets lost.01:19 Introduction to Metric Mondays and Carlie Einarson.02:32 Why insurance-centered conversations affect treatment decisions.03:37 How practices unintentionally create insurance-focused patients.04:15 Signs that insurance is driving conversations in the practice.05:43 How PPO write-offs create an effort gap.07:25 A relationship-based response to insurance questions.09:07 What insurance conversations look like when a practice gets them right.10:44 Track adjustments, write-offs, and the practice's effort gap.11:16 Why trust and value should guide patient decisions.13:33 Questions teams can ask to evaluate insurance-focused language.15:09 Create value before discussing price or benefits.15:47 Share the episode with the team and discuss a different approach.Guest Bio/Guest Resources:Carlie Einarson is a lead practice coach who has a passion for helping others succeed in the dental field. She loves helping to create a stable foundation for practices so both professionals and patients have a great experience every time they walk in the door!Carlie graduated from Utah College of Dental Hygiene. She has ten years of experience in the dental field, including clinical dental hygiene, front office, and leading teams.In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with loved ones, traveling, skiing, playing volleyball, and golfing.More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com

Finger-pointing is often a sign that team members do not have clear ownership of essential practice responsibilities. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt speaks with Charlene Marques, an ACT Dental coach, about using a function accountability chart to clarify roles, establish measurable accountability, and prevent important tasks from slipping through the cracks. You will learn how consistent reporting, scorecards, and one-on-one feedback can reduce conflict and help team members understand how to succeed in their roles. To create clearer ownership throughout your practice, listen to Episode 1071 of The Best Practices Show!Main Takeaways:Finger-pointing is usually a symptom of unclear ownership and accountability.A lack of clarity can cause missed follow-ups, aging insurance claims, unsigned treatment plans, ordering mistakes, and scheduling problems.Leaders often respond to unclear accountability by fixing problems themselves, double-checking work, and micromanaging team members.A function accountability chart defines the practice's major functions, the seats within each function, and the responsibilities assigned to each seat.The responsibilities of each seat should be defined before assigning a person to that seat.Scorecards and key performance indicators help teams identify whether a function is on track or off track.Regular one-on-one conversations provide timely feedback and allow leaders to coach team members throughout the year.Snippets:00:00 Intro02:00 Finger-pointing is a symptom of unclear ownership and accountability.04:17 Common language that reveals an ownership gap.05:00 Operational problems caused by unclear responsibilities.06:10 How practice leaders become fixers and micromanagers.08:21 The purpose of a function accountability chart.09:44 Why the person should be assigned to the seat last.11:00 Creating a consistent rhythm of reporting and feedback.12:00 Using a 90-day scorecard to track functional health.13:47 Tracking insurance aging and outstanding claims.15:24 Why annual performance reviews do not provide enough feedback.16:34 Structuring regular one-on-one check-ins.18:18 How consistent meetings build trust and develop leaders.19:24 Three requirements for reducing finger-pointing.20:21 Function accountability chart and scorecard resources.Guest Bio/Guest Resources:With over 20 years of experience in the administrative side of dentistry, Charlene has become a trusted coach and partner for dental practices looking to reach their full potential. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of helping many dentists turn their visions into reality, creating streamlined systems and protocols that empower both the practice and its team. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing the success of a practice as it grows and thrives through thoughtful planning and execution.Outside of work, Charlene enjoys quality time with her husband and their two rescue pets - Ruby, a sweet cat and Harley, a loyal dog. She also cherishes visits to sunny Florida where she spends time with her sister and niece, making the most of family moments whenever possible.With a passion for helping others achieve their goals, Charlene is dedicated to providing exceptional guidance and support to dental practices, ensuring their success for years to come.More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.comgina@actdental.comFree resources: https://www.actdental.com/free-resources/

Moving away from insurance can create fear for dentists who worry patients will leave, the team will resist, or production will suffer. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Troy Schmedding, a private practice dentist in Walnut Creek, California, to explain how he transitioned out of insurance participation, rebuilt his practice around quality and communication, and created more control over how he practices. You will learn why team alignment matters, how to communicate insurance changes with patients, and why quality and customer service are essential for an out-of-network model. To learn how one dentist reclaimed control by ditching insurance and prioritizing quality, listen to Episode 1070 of The Best Practices Show!Main Takeaways:Dentists often struggle to leave insurance because of fear and self-limiting beliefs about whether their patients will stay.A practice can become less busy but more productive when it is well-managed and focused on quality care.Going out-of-network requires strong communication with the team and with patients.Patients respond better when the conversation focuses on quality of care rather than complaints about insurance companies.Billing insurance on behalf of patients remains an important customer service step after leaving insurance networks.Patient referrals can become stronger when existing patients value quality, service, and the practice model.A successful out-of-network practice depends on having a team that supports the doctor's vision and communicates well with patients.Snippets:00:00 Introduction to Dr. Troy Schmedding and the topic of moving away from insurance.01:09 Kirk introduces Dr. Schmedding and the Best Practices Show.04:15 Dr. Schmedding explains how insurance reimbursement cuts influenced his decision-making.06:51 Fear and self-limiting beliefs keep dentists from changing their insurance model.10:49 Team alignment is necessary before making major insurance changes.13:54 Referrals shift when patients understand and value the practice model.15:06 Dr. Schmedding shares his perspective on dentists' frustration with Delta Dental.17:54 Kirk and Dr. Schmedding discuss the future of out-of-network private practice.21:28 Dr. Schmedding explains what dentists often misunderstand about his practice model.23:00 Dr. Schmedding discusses his upcoming Smile Source Exchange presentation.24:54 Final thoughts & ClosingGuest Bio/Guest Resources:Dr. Troy Schmedding is a honors graduate of the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. He maintains a private practice in Walnut Creek, Ca. where he focuses on aesthetic and functional dentistry. An Accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, he lectures both nationally and internationally on aesthetics and restorative materials. He has also written and published numerous articles on restorative materials and protocols in numerous dental magazines. Dr Schmedding also serves as a Key Opinion Leader for numerous manufacturers helping develop and bring new products to market.Resources mentioned in this episode:Dr. Troy Schmedding on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troyschmeddingdds/Smile Source Exchange: https://smilesource.com/exchangeMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com

We're pushing back on the idea that you need a beautiful, perfectly organized sewing room to do your best creative work. Sarai and Haley talk about what actually matters in a sewing space — and what really doesn't — so you can stop feeling guilty about the mess and start sewing more. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

Sharing numbers with the team can feel difficult for dentists who worry that data will seem cold, corporate, or disconnected from patient care. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, dental hygienist and coach, to explain why sharing metrics feels so hard and how to make those conversations productive, consistent, and patient-centered.You will learn how to connect KPIs to patient outcomes, reduce defensiveness around data, and help your team understand how their roles affect the health of the practice and the patients you serve. To learn how to make metrics a healthier part of your leadership, listen to Episode 1069 of The Best Practices Show!Main TakeawaysDentists often struggle more with managing and leading people than with the clinical side of dentistry.Data conversations become difficult when the team only hears about numbers during problems or emergencies.Metrics feel cold when leaders discuss production and collections without connecting them to patient care.Reappointment percentage reflects whether patients are staying on track with preventive care.Treatment acceptance shows whether patients understand the value of recommended care and are moving forward with treatment they want or need.Perio visit percentage helps teams see whether they are proactively addressing periodontal disease.Leaders can make data easier to discuss by explaining what each metric measures, what systems affect it, and how improvement benefits the patient experience.Snippets:00:00 Intro01:13 Meet Miranda Beeson02:27 Miranda explains why many practice owners hesitate to share data.05:27 What happens when practices do not review numbers with the team.06:52 Why KPI reporting can feel like it is only about making more money.10:22 What it looks like when leaders introduce KPIs well.11:10 KPI Examples That Matter14:34 Kirk discusses the compounding effect of stronger perio visit percentages.15:56 Miranda explains why leaders must set the tone around data.16:14 Miranda introduces resources for connecting metrics to patient experience.19:06 Kirk closes by encouraging leaders to share numbers in a way that helps the team and patients.Guest Bio/Guest Resources:Miranda Beeson has over 25 years of clinical dental hygiene, front office, practice administration, and speaking experience. She is enthusiastic about communication and loves helping others find the power that words can bring to their patient interactions and practice dynamics. As a Lead Practice Coach, she is driven to create opportunities to find value in experiences and cultivate new approaches.Miranda graduated from Old Dominion University, and enjoys spending time with her husband, Chuck, and her children, Trent, Mallory, and Cassidy. Family time is the best time, and is often spent on a golf course, a volleyball court, or spending the day boating at the beach.Resources mentioned in this episode:To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/ttt/ACT Dental resources: https://www.actdental.com/free-resources/For more information about the community, contact gina@actdental.comKPI Mastery: https://www.actdental.com/127More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com

What if the adversity you are facing right now is not happening to you, but for you?In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Matt O'Neill, a leading expert in happiness education, shares a profound and deeply personal teaching on how to maintain inner happiness when life is at its hardest. Matt makes the case that the only true suffering comes from the story we tell ourselves, and that compassion is always the path back to peace.Press play for one of the most honest and moving conversations about happiness, adversity and the choice to see life differently.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Matt O'Neill in episode #424:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/424˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

Sarai and Haley tackle sewing perfectionism head-on, discussing five common things that sewists stress about that genuinely don't affect the quality or wearability of a finished garment. They help you tell the difference between details worth fixing and the ones that only the maker ever notices—so you can spend your energy where it counts. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

What if happiness is not something that happens to you, but something you practise every single day?In this series, I select my favourite and most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Andrew Matthews, a globally celebrated author and international speaker whose books on happiness and resilience have sold over 8 million copies, shares three simple but powerful daily practices that happy people do consistently.Press play to discover what genuinely happy people do differently, and how you can start doing the same today.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Andrew Matthews in episode #472:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/472˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

We're answering YOUR questions today! From choosing the right summer fabrics to staying on track with your seasonal sewing plan, we tackle the real challenges our community is facing right now. Plus, we share some honest advice about what to do when a project isn't going the way you hoped. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

We all have handmade garments sitting in our closets that never get worn. In this episode, Sarai and Haley explore what those pieces can teach you about your fit preferences, style evolution, and sewing decisions—and how to turn those insights into a wardrobe you actually reach for every day. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

What if getting dressed this summer felt effortless? In this episode, Sarai and Haley explore the power of a personal outfit "uniform" — a repeatable formula built around the silhouettes, fabrics, and combinations you love most. They share how to identify the formulas already hiding in your closet, build in variety without starting from scratch, and plan your summer sewing to fill the gaps. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

Zippers have a reputation as one of the scariest techniques in sewing, but they don't have to be. In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about why zippers feel so intimidating, the common mistakes that actually cause the frustration, and the mindset shifts and practical tips that will help you approach any zipper with confidence. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!