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Solving Problems for Some of The World's Biggest Companies w/Matt Montgomery Crockett Carothers Inner Circle Mastermind:https://form.jotform.com/262256870010046
In this episode of the Gill Connections Podcast, Mike Cunningham sits down with Stephanie Bohannon, Director of Operations and Meet Manager for the University of Washington Track & Field and Cross Country programs.From her beginnings as a student-athlete at UConn to her time with TrackTownUSA, Oregon Track & Field, and now Washington, Stephanie shares a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep elite collegiate programs and world-class events running smoothly.The conversation dives into event management, athlete services, logistics, problem solving, the evolution of Washington Track & Field under Andy and Maurica Powell, and why relationships remain one of the most valuable skills in the sport.Whether you're a coach, administrator, meet director, or simply a fan of the sport, this episode offers a rare glimpse into the people and processes that make track & field happen.
Reed sits down with a familiar face in a new role for an in-person interview with none other than Katie Connelly, Upmarket Media's new Client Care Specialist. In this episode, Katie shares the strategies behind locking in sales within the real estate media world. They discuss today's real estate market, different personality types and the best ways of approaching/catering to each client's specific needs. These tips to the trade are applicable in all industries and you won't want to miss out! Whether you're a real estate media business owner or an entrepreneur looking to stay ahead, this episode is packed with practical advice and hard-earned wisdom.It's time to start thinking about PMRE 2026! Go to pmreconference.com for all the details on PMRE 2026, which is November 17-19th at Palms Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The Photography and Media for Real Estate conference will be better than ever this year! Upmarket is proud to be the official podcast of PMRE!Upmarket Pod is once again, beyond excited to partner with iGUIDE to bring you our exclusive Road to PMRE 2026 series of Upmarket episodes. SWEEPSTAKES ALERT - iGUIDE and their Tour to PMRE is giving away THREE (!!!!!!) ALL-EXPENSES PAID TRIPS TO PMRE 2026!!!!! That's right, the next lucky winner will be drawn THIS WEEK: TODAY 8/18 and one in September to win a PMRE ticket, travel and accommodation, all compliments of the fine folks at iGUIDE. To enter, all you need to do is follow @go_iguide and @upmarketpod on Instagram. Then, go to goiguide.com/pmre and enter your email address and you'll be entered in the drawing.NOTE If you have already bought a ticket and/or booked travel to PMRE and win the sweepstakes, iGUIDE will reimburse you for money spent.Follow the pod on Instagram at @upmarketpod.The Presenting Sponsor of Upmarket is AutoHDR, helping real estate media professionals deliver high-quality edited photos faster and more efficiently. As a special offer for Upmarket listeners, get one month of free photo editing with your purchase. To learn more and claim the offer, visit autohdr.com/upmarket.Another amazing sponsor is iGUIDE, which helps real estate professionals capture spaces fast and with industry-leading accuracy. Their PLANIX Pro camera delivers trusted measurements, with no subscriptions and priced per project. Options like iGUIDE Instant provide a clean 3D tour and interactive floor plan in minutes, starting at $7.99. Learn more at goiguide.com or @go_iguide.Another sponsor is HDPhotoHub, the all-in-one platform for ordering, scheduling, and delivering complete marketing kits, from video reels to print. With pay-per-listing pricing, transparent terms, and industry-leading integrations, HDPhotoHub helps you build the workflow you actually want. Visit HDPhotoHub.com and use code Upmarket to get your first 15 full deliveries free.Another amazing sponsor of Upmarket is SecondFloor, the fastest way to create a finished floor plan. It's so fast that you can deliver the finished floor plan while you are still on-site! Not only that, but you can get UNLIMITED floor plans for one low monthly fee. We love SecondFloor and you can go to secondfloorapp.com/upmarket and any new subscriber will get a one-month free trial.Our Action Items are sponsored by PixlCRM, where you can scale your real estate photography business through automation. It's an all-in-one business and marketing platform that complements your current delivery app. If you go to pixlcrm.com/upmarket you can get a 30-day risk-free trial!
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On this episode of American Family Farmer, host Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) is joined by Jonathan White of Bobalink Farm to discuss how thoughtful management and innovative programs are shaping the future of dairy farming.Jonathan explains the importance of winter feeding strategies, rotational grazing, and preserving hardy heritage cattle breeds that thrive in pasture-based systems. Jonathan also shares how the farm has become a place of opportunity by supporting individuals with autism through meaningful agricultural work and highlights the nation's first U.S. Department of Labor-approved Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship Program. It's a conversation about sustainability, stewardship, and building resilient farms and communities.Key Takeaways:Strategic winter feeding helps improve herd health, calving success, and overall farm productivity.Heritage breeds such as Kerry and Jersey cattle offer hardiness, efficiency, and valuable genetics for pasture-based farms.Farms can provide meaningful employment, life skills, and community for individuals with autism and other developmental differences.The Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship Program is helping prepare the next generation of skilled dairy farmers through hands-on education.Selecting cattle for longevity, resilience, and grazing ability can reduce costs and strengthen the long-term sustainability of dairy operations.For more on the American Family Farmer…Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.comSocial Media: @GoodDayNetworks
Anesthesia coverage is now the single most cited financial headache for surgery center leaders in the country, and MD-only care is disappearing fast: QZ billing is up 15%, team-based coverage is up 30%, and CRNA-involved cases have nearly doubled in Florida over 14 years. Joe Rodriguez sits down with Randy Moore, Chief CRNA and Chief Strategy Officer at North Star Anesthesia, and first-time guest Andrew Woodmancey, founder and managing partner of Anesthesia Operations Consultants, a mid-sized consulting firm based in Florida, to break down what's actually driving these numbers. They don't agree on all of it. The conversation opens with a new VMG Health survey on where anesthesia subsidies are headed in 2026, then moves into the billing data behind the shift away from MD-only care. Andrew, brought on as the non-clinical voice in the room, argues the real economic problem is reimbursement and industry infighting, not scope-of-practice fights. Joe pushes further, arguing that credentials alone don't guarantee value: the market only pays for solving someone else's problem, and if surgeons can eventually do it without anesthesia providers, they will. Randy and Joe also spar over how much weight to give data versus identity in shaping the industry's direction. Also in this one: what change management actually looks like for an anesthesiologist moving from a one-to-three model to zone coverage, and why the math behind CRNA-only staffing might be quietly reversing in some markets. TAKEAWAYS 1. MD-only anesthesia care is significantly decreasing, not because of politics or scope-of-practice wins, but because the economics stopped supporting it. QZ billing is up 15%, team-based coverage up 30%. 2. In Florida, roughly 90% of anesthesia cases now involve a CRNA, up from about 70%. 3. Credentials alone don't create economic value. Value in this market is transactional to some degree, tied to solving someone else's problem, not to years of training. 4. QZ utilization is increasing across states, though unevenly, some markets seeing modest growth, others far more dramatic shifts. MD-only care is significantly decreasing nationally, and medical direction/team models are increasing at varying rates by state. Want more Dr. Joe Rodriguez? Tik Tok: @jrodcrna21 Instagram: @jrod.crna & @abouttherestpod YouTube: @AboutTheRest Thanks for my co-hosts: Randy Moore (EVP & National Chief CRNA, NorthStar Anesthesia) Gary Keeling (VP of Anesthesia Services, Coronis RCM) To Learn More about Human Content Visit: http://www.human-content.com To Learn More about About The Rest Visit: www.abouttherest.com Got a Question? hello@abouttherest.com Part of the Human Content Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's talk, I share the difference when you're solving problems with a joyful attitude versus a fearful attitude. Learn to spot the difference. CONQUER SHYNESS
Send us Fan MailFrom building one of Trinidad and Tobago's most recognised brands to developing a philosophy centred on solving problems, Dominic Hadeed shares the ideas that have shaped his approach to business, leadership and life.In this conversation, Dominic explains why success is often the absence of failure, why every entrepreneur must define their end game before chasing it, and how learning to embrace honest feedback can transform both business and personal growth.We discuss Blue Waters, entrepreneurship, leadership, company culture, problem solving, Trinidad and Tobago's business environment, the future of Caribbean enterprise and the lessons Dominic believes every leader should learn.Editor's Note: This interview was recorded before the recent events involving Dominic Hadeed and members of his family. Those events are not discussed during this interview. At the time of publication, Mr Hadeed and his wife had been released after their Preventive Detention Orders were revoked. This conversation is presented as it was originally recorded.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe for more conversations with the Caribbean's most influential leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives and changemakers.Follow The Corie Sheppard Podcast:Instagram: https://instagram.com/coriesheppardpodcastFacebook: https://facebook.com/coriesheppardpodcastTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@coriesheppardpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/
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In this episode, Conor and Jaeden explore the latest advancements in AI benchmarks, focusing on Mirror Code and its implications for software development and automation. They discuss how AI is increasingly capable of recreating complex software, solving friction points, and transforming productivity.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RqPuvAPN2LcGet the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiConor's AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/coursesJaeden's AI Business Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleChapters00:00 Introduction to the New AI Benchmark: Mirror Code00:30 The Context: AI Watching and Learning from Human Actions00:57 Mirror Code's Emergence and Its Significance02:12 Claude Opus 4.7 Rebuilding Apple Software in 14 Hours03:12 What is the Mirror Code Benchmark? Testing AI's Rebuilding Capabilities03:41 Results: 17 of 25 Programs Recreated Perfectly04:10 Implications of AI Recreating Complex Software04:39 OpenAI GPT 5.5 and Opus 4.7 Reimplementing Software05:10 The Significance of Speed and Cost in AI Rebuilding Tasks05:39 Personal Use Cases: Building and Rebuilding Software with AI06:06 AI's Impact on Software Development and Productivity07:13 Conor's Journey into AI Agents and Coding07:41 The Role of Articulating Friction Points in AI Solutions09:01 Fixing Friction Points in Software Using AI09:30 Case Study: Rebuilding a Booking Engine with Claude10:26 Rebuilding Software and Features Faster with AI11:25 The Power of AI in Solving Real-World Problems12:00 AI as a Tool for Solving Friction Points in Business12:26 Introducing AI Box: Affordable Access to AI Models12:48 The Value of Solving Problems with AI13:12 Encouragement to Explore AI Solutions and Friction Points See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What if some problems aren't meant to be solved head-on—and others should've been prevented long before they became emergencies? Berthold Gunster, author of Flip Thinking: The Life-Changing Art of Turning Problems into Opportunities, and Dan Heath, author of Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen, offer two smart ways to rethink the messes we usually meet too late. Together, they make a pretty compelling case for changing not just how we solve problems, but how we see them.
Time is relative, especially when it comes to lean problem solving. The LEI trio of Josh Howell, Mark Reich, and Art Smalley explored how the speed of quality problem solving really depends on the level of the organization in which the problem exists and the types of problems and thinking patterns in place at that level. In this first podcast of two, they examine what “better” and “faster” means in the lean world and how that manifests itself. There's often a debate among management circles calling for fast problem solving and change vs. slow, deliberate decision-making. Art, Toyota veteran and author of Four Types of Problems, says, “We're all trying to think better and think faster, respective to our level and the speed that governs it. But it's overly simplistic to just say ‘think slow.' You want to, all things equal, arrive at a better end result faster. In reality there are different types of problems, different patterns of thinking, and different mental gears that can be used.” Art discussed different types of problems and the different styles of work used in Toyota to address them. As outlined in his book, they are: Type 1 troubleshooting problem, such as responding to the andon signal at a frontline workstation with a 45-second cycle time, needs to be solved safely and quickly, which will often occur countless times each day because these problems involve a known problem and known solution. Type 2 problems are harder to solve and have unknown root causes and solutions, which require a more analytical mode of thinking. Type 3 problems are actually continuous improvement efforts that seek to establish a new, better target condition. Type 4 problems represent truly innovative new solutions (think hybrid powertrain technologies) that often require years of trial and error. The problem-solving work moves from convergent thinking, known standards, and highly skilled execution at the frontline to middle management using the eight steps of Toyota Business Practice that can take days or weeks, to innovation, which is slower, more deliberate, divergent, and exploratory. Josh looks back to his time at Starbucks and the problem-solving spectrum, contrasting the challenge of trying to transform a company of some 350,000 employees (“That's going to take some time, and certainly the executives don't want it to take too much time. It can't take forever.”) compared to experiencing problems in a store during peak service time when there's a new customer every 30 seconds. “The way that we were taught from our TPS and lean teachers to improve that situation, improve our performance for the customers, was to really dig into the details of what happens inside those 30 seconds.” Speed is only one facet of lean problem solving. Remember, the Toyota slogan is “Better Thinking, Better Products,” and so quality has to be part of problem-solving work. Mark (LEI Chief Engineer Strategy, author of Managing on Purpose, and also a Toyota veteran) says the quality of problem solving requires developing the capabilities of those doing the problem solving as well as the patience to take sufficient time to examine problems and come to better solutions: “We want to build the capability in the organization for leaders, for people, not just leaders, but for people at every level, to be able to produce good quality work. What's unique about Toyota is that's true in any function. We want good quality accounting work. We want good quality planning work. We want good quality work, of course, at where the products made and developed. And I think that does take time to build that capability to produce good quality, whatever function you're talking about.” The trio also discuss the: Cyclical nature of processes in which problems occur, be that a seconds-long cycle on the line, an annual cycle for formulating corporate strategy, or a decades-long span for replenishing capital equipment. At all levels, the process repeats but the problems will vary, such as market changes impacting the strategy development cycle one year to the next. Use of process cycles as learning: From frontline to the executive suite, it's not just about fixing the current problem and getting back to work, but taking the time and data to come up with better solutions and standards for future work. “There's so much here to look closely at, to analyze, to scrutinize,” says Josh. “There's so many details that we can question, and inside all of those details are potential solutions, potential improvements, kaizen points that we can make things better.” Need to involve as many people as possible in addressing problems — the work of problem detection, notification, response, and solving. Considering the number of problems that exist throughout a company and at all levels and functions, it would be impossible to meet the problem-solving demand if only top executives, management, and engineers were doing the problem solving. Toyota Production System was designed not as a system to produce things perfectly but as a framework knowing that things will not go perfectly, that there will be problems. “Build in a system that accepts and recognizes there's going to be mistakes, therefore have a system that catches and flags those, and have layers of ability stacked behind that to deal with it,” says Art. Different levels within the organization need to focus on the problem solving commensurate to their level. Josh recalls how a Starbucks executive came to a store that had transformed significantly using standardized work and structured problem solving. This leader, however, was obsessed over a low-priority Type 1 problem he noticed that eventually would be handled by the frontline team instead of giving his attention to building the store team's overall capability to identify and handle more problems on their own. The problem-solving approach of Fujio Cho, President of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky and then Toyota Motor Corp., and other Toyota executives: Art recalls a time when Cho refused to follow along on a plant tour and instead went off on his own and found a significant oil leak at a machine. Cho then immediately engaged the team in problem solving, asking questions about how it occurs and how leaders find such problems, and discussed a process to signal such abnormal and potentially dangerous conditions. He knew the plant tour was set up to be perfect, and he was looking for the right teaching moment, not to scold people, but to build the education into an actual problem rather than view a rehearsed problem on a flip chart. Look for the second part of the better-thinking-faster conversation to appear on July 28. Subscribe to LEI's newsletter at ean.org/newsletter-signup
What if the biggest problem with multifamily marketing isn't the technology—it's the messaging? In this episode, Reid sits down with Lia Nichole Smith of Spherexx to explore why brands spend too much time talking about features and not enough time understanding customer struggles. Together, they unpack the role of storytelling, trust, and strategy in an industry racing to embrace AI.From brand positioning and customer research to responsible AI and long-term marketing strategy, Lia shares practical insights for building brands that people connect with—not just products they buy.
Welcome to another episode of The Data Debrief, the companion show to Driven by Data: The Podcast, where hosts Catherine Dowden-King and Kyle Winterbottom unpack Tuesday's episode, share what's been on their minds, and explore the realities of leadership, culture, and capability across the data and AI landscape.This week, Catherine and Kyle reflect on the conversation with Peter Crouch, Group Innovation Director at Lloyd's Banking Group, digging into what it really takes to build an innovation function that earns its keep, why "solving the right problem" beats "solving the problem right," and the discipline required to stay pragmatic about AI when the pressure to look busy is everywhere.They cover:Why Peter's insistence that his team isn't a consultancy or a bolt-on, but something fully embedded in the business, matters for how any new function establishes its identity and avoids becoming just another side-of-desk activityThe distinction Peter drew between solving the right problem and solving a problem right, and why so much technical effort gets poured into questions that were never worth asking in the first placeCatherine's tie-in to a Rory Sutherland case study on managing customer perception, and why reframing expectations can matter more than actually speeding up a processThe Porsche brakes analogy: why confidence and trust in the underlying systems, not raw speed or new tech, are what actually give people the courage to move fastPeter's candour about AI decisions ageing quickly given the pace of change, and why the psychological safety to kill a six-month project that isn't working is more valuable than seeing it through for the sake of appearancesThe idea of building repeatable, scalable capability for turning ideas into outcomes, rather than chasing the next isolated "big idea"Kyle's thought of the week: prompted by Catherine, Kyle unpacks a pattern he's seeing across senior searches, talented specialists (using data governance as the example) who've risen to the very top of their track, out-earning some CDOs, only to find themselves boxed in with nowhere left to go. He explains why deep expertise in one domain rarely translates into credibility for a central, cross-value-chain leadership role, and why the people who make that jump early, often before they feel ready, tend to end up better positioned long-term. His advice: get genuinely clear on where you want to end up, be honest about whether your current track can get you there, and be willing to take a sideways or even backward step now if it sets up the bigger move later.Catherine's thought of the week: inspired by Harry Kane losing his voice mid-interview, Catherine reflects on her own voice-loss moment hosting last year's Driven by Data Live, and makes the case for giving everything to your work when it counts, leaving it all out on the pitch without apology, while still knowing that pace isn't sustainable every single day.Plus, a programming note and a community shout-out: Catherine is off for a short camping-holiday hiatus, so the show will pause for a couple of weeks, and the mentorship scheme's winter cohort is now open, get in touch to be paired with someone outside your usual industry and hear how genuinely non-linear most people's career paths really are.This episode explores why real innovation isn't about chasing shiny new ideas, but about building the capability, confidence, and psychological safety to work on the right problems, know when to walk away from the wrong ones, and be intentional about where your own career is actually headed.
Recently, I have been seeing some Massage Therapists I follow on social media announce that they are closing their practices after years in business.Most of their goodbye messages were heartfelt, and it sucks to see them unable to stay open.Something that I did notice in several of their announcements was that one of the main reasons they needed to close was due to the economy.I try my best to not be too negative, but the whole economy thing isn't going to get better anytime soon, but there is a tremendous opportunity to not only survive the tough times, but actually thrive through it all!In this episode, I share first how to survive the economic downturns so you can stay open, but more importantly, how you can leverage it all to thrive going forward! --------We just launched our new, free soft tissue injury evaluation and treatment training, The Peak Injury Treatment Method.It is the first step in learning how to cut your treatment times in half and easily double your income so you can avoid burnout and help more people get out of pain!If you want to download the training for free, with no strings attached, just click the link below ⬇️Click Here To Download Free TrainingPlease consider joining our 'Soft Tissue Treatment Revolution' community on Facebook, where it's much easier to engage as a group. It's an awesome group on Facebook, covering topics in Injury Evaluation, Treatment, Client Communication, Practice Marketing, Increasing Sales, Scaling Business, and a few other topics of interest in the Soft Tissue Injury Space.As always if you want to be part of the soft tissue revolution here's what you need to do:1. Visit our Facebook Group Page by clicking here
Jeff Fenster is a serial entrepreneur who has built and exited multiple companies across completely different industries—from payroll software to digital marketing to the fast-growing superfood franchise Everbowl. In this solo episode, Travis Chappell shares five of his biggest lessons from his conversation with Jeff, covering everything from creative problem-solving and fundraising to relationship capital and building businesses by solving your own problems. On this episode we talk about: How Jeff became the top salesperson at ADP by creating a referral engine instead of relying on cold calls. Why evaluating the worst-case scenario can help you make better business and career decisions. The hidden risks of raising investment capital and protecting your ownership. How solving your own operational challenges can lead to entirely new business opportunities. Why relationship capital consistently creates opportunities that skills alone cannot. Top 3 Takeaways Before solving a problem the same way everyone else does, step back and ask if there's a completely different angle. Innovation often comes from questioning assumptions. When faced with a major decision, compare the worst-case outcomes instead of the best-case scenarios. It often reveals that the risk isn't nearly as scary as it seems. Relationships compound over time. The more value you create for others before asking for anything in return, the more opportunities naturally come your way. Notable Quotes "When you have a problem, stop before you solve it and look for a different angle." "Which would you rather is the most honest decision framework you'll ever use." "People usually bring opportunity. Your competence is what allows you to capitalize on that opportunity." Connect with Jeff Fenster: Full Interview with Jeff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fensterjeff/ Other: Website: https://jefffenster.com/ Everbowl: https://www.everbowl.com/ The Jeff Fenster Show: https://jefffenster.com/podcast/ A Word from Our Sponsors: - Visit DrinkAG1.com/TMM to get a free AG1 Travel Case with 7 free AG1Travel Packs in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order while supplieslast. - Go to Leesa.com for 30% OFF select mattresses (through July 12, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Robin Bronk is the CEO of The Creative Coalition, the leading nonprofit and nonpartisan advocacy organization representing the entertainment industry. Working alongside actors, writers, producers, directors, and executives, Robin helps leverage the power of storytelling and the arts to drive social impact and public policy initiatives. In this episode, she shares her unconventional career journey from small-town South Carolina to Washington, D.C., discusses the economic impact of the arts, and reveals the leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that have helped her successfully navigate politics, advocacy, and nonprofit leadership. On this episode we talk about: How the arts contribute to economic growth and workforce development Robin's journey from aspiring filmmaker to lobbyist and nonprofit CEO The realities of lobbying, advocacy, and influencing public policy Why research, curiosity, and asking better questions create better leaders Building confidence through preparation, presence, and active listening Top 3 Takeaways The arts are not just cultural assets—they're economic drivers. Every dollar invested in arts programs can generate significant returns for local communities. Confidence comes from preparation and presence. The more deeply you understand a subject and actively listen to others, the more effective you'll be as a leader. Complex challenges become manageable when broken into smaller pieces. Whether you're leading a nonprofit, building a business, or solving a personal problem, progress often starts by simplifying the objective. Notable Quotes "Don't be afraid to say, 'I don't understand.'" "Ninety-nine percent of the time, there is a way through." "Go in deep. You'll almost never regret it." Connect with Robin Bronk: Organization: https://www.thecreativecoalition.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robin_bronk/ Learn More: https://www.thecreativecoalition.org/about A Word from Our Sponsors: If you're looking to connect with entrepreneurs, creators, business owners, and high-performing professionals, sponsoring the Travis Makes Money podcast is a powerful way to reach an engaged audience focused on growth, impact, and success. Contact the Travis Makes Money team to learn more about sponsorship opportunities. - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Big Unlock · Julie Demaree, VP, Chief Technology and Digital Innovation Officer, St. Mary's Healthcare In this episode, Julie Demaree, Vice President and Chief Technology and Digital Innovation Officer at St. Mary’s Healthcare, shares a pragmatic approach to digital transformation in rural healthcare, where innovation is driven by operational realities rather than technology hype. A former physician assistant turned technology executive, Julie argues that successful innovation begins with culture, governance, and clinician engagement, not new tools. She discusses how St. Mary's has improved patient safety and clinician experience by rethinking clinical decision support, reducing alert fatigue through careful curation, and involving frontline clinicians in governance decisions. Julie also highlights the importance of optimizing existing technology before investing in new solutions, noting that many organizations overlook capabilities already available within their EHRs. Julie sees significant potential for automation and agentic AI to reduce administrative burden, improve patient access, and help lean teams operate more effectively. She emphasizes that AI adoption must be accompanied by strong governance, user education, and critical thinking. Her message is clear: innovation is not about adding more technology, it's about solving the right problems, eliminating unnecessary work, and building systems that better support patients, clinicians, and communities. Take a listen.
Welcome to The New Warehouse Podcast. In this episode, Kevin speaks with Blair Healey, Supply Chain Implementation Manager at Sonepar US, Cam Dore, Director of Operational Innovation at US Electrical Services (USESI), and Chris Shannon, who oversees distribution center and transportation operations for USESI. Recorded at the Kardex Experience Lab in Cincinnati, the conversation explores how leading distributors are approaching warehouse innovation through automation and AI. The discussion highlights the role of technologies in service levels, increasing capacity, and helping warehouse teams become more proactive and efficient.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Leadership problems don't usually come at convenient times. They come with pressure, urgency, and complexity — often involving people, emotions, and difficult decisions. In this episode, we explore how Jesus modelled a completely different way of solving problems: calm, wise, and strategic — even under pressure. In This Episode We explore: • why pressure impacts your ability to think clearly as a leader • how to slow down and respond with wisdom instead of urgency • the difference between surface problems and root issues • how to separate emotion from decision-making • why trying to solve everything at once leads to overwhelm • how to take clear, strategic next steps in complex situations This episode will help you lead through challenges with greater clarity, calm, and confidence. A Key Leadership Truth: Clarity comes from calm — not pressure. Ready to overcome Imposter Syndrome for good? The Imposter Syndrome Blueprint will help you: navigate leadership pressure with confidence stop shrinking under responsibility understand emotional triggers lead from identity, not insecurity and rediscover the strength that comes from partnering with God in your leadership You don't have to feel alone in what you carry. Let the Blueprint support you as you lead others. Go to womenoffaithinleadership.com/blueprint Ready to Communicate Clearly in Difficult Situations? If problem-solving in leadership often leads to conversations you feel unsure about, the Difficult Conversations Script Pack will help you: • know exactly what to say in high-pressure situations • communicate clearly without overthinking • handle conflict and tension with confidence • lead conversations with calm authority
Send us Fan MailThe hair aisle has a script, and it's been playing in our heads for years: control, tame, smooth, fight frizz, define curls. When I hear those words, I don't just think about Black hair products, I think about beliefs and the quiet way beauty marketing trains us to see textured hair as a problem that needs a solution. So I'm asking a bigger question than “who made the rules” about beauty standards. Are Black hair products solving problems or selling them, and what did it cost Black women to believe those messages?I walk through how advertising language shapes self-image, from the idea of hair needing to “behave” to the way straight hair was positioned as professional and presentable. I also revisit the nostalgia and harm wrapped up in kid-focused relaxer marketing, plus the uncomfortable truth behind some of the images that helped sell those products. Then I fast-forward to the natural hair movement and the way the industry pivoted, swapping straightness promises for a new kind of pressure: perfect curl definition, perfect edges, and perfect routines.We also get practical about what hair products and labels don't tell you. “Anti-frizz” can hide the difference between texture and damage, and many hair growth products ignore the real issue: hair retention, breakage, dryness, tension, or even medical concerns. Black hair products can support healthy hair care, but no bottle can override biology, and sometimes the biggest change is the habit shift a product inspires.If you've ever wondered whether you're buying a cream or buying an expectation, hit play. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more people can keep questioning the narratives we've been handed about Black hair products, natural hair, beauty standards, and identity.Support the showDo you have a story to share that's worth our listeners hearing, please fill out the Listener Letters Form and tell us your story! We would love to hear from you!Don't forget to follow Kinetra on Instagram @_hairwhatimsaying_ and check out her website Hair What I'm Saying for more.Please leave a review and rate the show. Let us know how we are doing!Support the Hair What I'm Saying Podcast
Recorded live at ICBC Berlin 2026, Chuck Warner sits down with Michael Lucchino, Executive Vice President of Sales at Cannatrol, to discuss one of the most overlooked yet critical stages of cannabis cultivation: post-harvest processing. While cultivators often focus heavily on genetics, lighting, nutrients, and environmental controls, Michael explains why drying, curing, and storage can ultimately determine product quality, consistency, shelf life, and profitability. The conversation explores Cannatrol's origins in artisanal food preservation, the science of vapor pressure control, the growing importance of GMP compliance in global cannabis markets, and how precision-controlled curing can improve everything from flower quality to pre-roll manufacturing efficiency. Whether you're a commercial cultivator, processor, cannabis entrepreneur, or simply interested in the science behind premium cannabis products, this episode offers valuable insights into how technology is transforming the industry's post-harvest workflow.
What does a hotel key card have to do with 400,000 people hearing the gospel? Don Barger, Director of Innovation and Artificial Intelligence at the International Mission Board (IMB), shares the unexpected story of how one small, tangible idea helped one of the world's largest missions organizations go from AI skepticism to full-scale adoption — in just a few years.Key TakeawaysEasy wins change everything. The IMB's first AI pilots were deliberately small — translation of internal communications, a digital responder, and donor processing — and those quick wins gave skeptics something real to believe in before any large-scale rollout began.A few hundred NFC cards sparked 25,000 chatbot conversations. Don distributed programmed NFC cards at a single event, and within days, 25,000 people had tapped in and engaged with the IMB's AI chatbot — a result that came from one simple, low-cost idea.FaithBot was built for triage — and became a global evangelism tool. Originally designed to protect digital responders from high-volume, low-quality traffic, FaithBot now has over 400,000 users worldwide across multiple languages, spreading largely through organic, word-of-mouth sharing.Leadership sponsorship is the non-negotiable. Don invested significant time early on helping the IMB's President and EVP understand AI deeply enough to champion it. The entire senior leadership team completed an MIT Sloan course on AI business applications — and their buy-in made everything else possible.Your AI belief statement must come before your AI tools. The IMB established clear ethical guardrails before building anything, including a firm line: AI will not provide soul care. Defining what you won't do with AI is just as important as knowing what you will.Yesterday's skeptics make tomorrow's best advocates. Some of the IMB's loudest AI champions today were among the most resistant voices a year ago. Making innovation accessible and irresistible is what turns doubters into champions.Ready to Move from "Should We?" to "Here's How We Start?"If your ministry is still stuck in the "should we?" conversation around AI, this episode will help you move to "here's how we start." Don's framework is practical, proven, and deeply mission-focused — and it's exactly the kind of real-world perspective ministry leaders need right now. Listen to the full episode and then ask yourself: what's your hotel key card moment?ResourcesDon Barger — Director of Innovation and Artificial Intelligence, International Mission Board (IMB)FaithBot — AI evangelism chatbot: https://chat.faithbot.io/Don Barger's Substack — AI, Innovation, and Faith: donbarger.comInternational Mission Board (IMB): imb.orgDigital Ministry Conference 2026: digitalministryconference.comLaunch AI by Five Q — Ready to move from AI experimentation to measurable ministry impact? Learn more at fiveq.com/launch
Podcast: (CS)²AI Podcast Show: Control System Cyber SecurityEpisode: 132: Solving Problems at Scale: Kenny Mesker on OT Cybersecurity Strategy, Risk, and LeadershipPub date: 2026-06-02Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationKenny Mesker, OT Cybersecurity Strategist and Distinguished Engineer at Chevron, joins Derek Harp to share his remarkable journey from growing up on a farm in West Texas to becoming one of the industry's leading voices in operational technology (OT) cybersecurity.With more than 30 years of experience spanning electric utilities, SCADA systems, industrial control systems, and cybersecurity, Kenny reflects on the evolution of OT security from the days of air-gapped networks to today's interconnected digital environments. He discusses how a passion for problem-solving led him from electrical engineering into industrial operations and ultimately into cybersecurity strategy.Kenny offers practical advice for professionals looking to enter the OT cybersecurity field, explaining why hands-on operational experience remains one of the most valuable foundations for success. He also explores the challenges of IT/OT convergence, the importance of risk assessment, and how cybersecurity leaders must think beyond individual systems to protect entire organizations and critical infrastructure.Looking ahead, Kenny shares his perspective on artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, and the future of OT architectures, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges these emerging technologies will bring to industrial environments.Whether you're an engineer, cybersecurity professional, student, or industry leader, this episode provides valuable insights into building a successful OT cybersecurity career while helping protect the systems that power modern society.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Derek Harp, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.
Nir Leibovich, Product Executive at QuickBooks Workforce, joined us on The Modern People Leader to discuss why HR and finance teams struggle when data lives in silos and how unified systems create better business decisions. Downloadable PDF with top takeaways: https://modernpeopleleader.kit.com/episode306---- Sponsor Links:
Reed Nyffeler is a serial entrepreneur, franchise founder, and business strategist who has spent more than two decades building scalable service businesses. As the founder and CEO of Signal, a global security services franchise operating across dozens of states and multiple countries, Reed has developed a unique approach to entrepreneurship centered on solving real customer problems, maximizing the value of your time, and creating recurring revenue streams. In this episode, he shares the lessons that helped him build hundreds of millions of dollars in enterprise value and explains why the next generation of entrepreneurs may find their greatest opportunities in service-based businesses. On this episode we talk about: How Reed made his first $5,000 by solving a simple problem for college students Why successful entrepreneurs focus on problems instead of products The importance of assigning a dollar value to your time Building recurring revenue through commercial service businesses How franchising creates opportunities for the next generation of entrepreneurs Top 3 Takeaways The best businesses solve problems customers already have. The easier and more immediate the solution, the faster people are willing to pay for it. Entrepreneurs should place a clear value on their time and focus their efforts on high-impact activities that create the greatest return. Recurring revenue businesses create stability, scalability, and long-term enterprise value that can be expanded through additional services and acquisitions. Notable Quotes "If you can build something that works better for less, you're going to have a pretty good business." "A lot of people are addressing the symptom but not the problem." "If you really stay curious, find a way that nobody else has found, and execute well on it, you'll be successful making money." Connect with Reed Nyffeler: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reednyffeler/ Website: https://reednyffeler.com/ Other: Signal Security | FilterGo | framebrand A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Kenny Mesker, OT Cybersecurity Strategist and Distinguished Engineer at Chevron, joins Derek Harp to share his remarkable journey from growing up on a farm in West Texas to becoming one of the industry's leading voices in operational technology (OT) cybersecurity.With more than 30 years of experience spanning electric utilities, SCADA systems, industrial control systems, and cybersecurity, Kenny reflects on the evolution of OT security from the days of air-gapped networks to today's interconnected digital environments. He discusses how a passion for problem-solving led him from electrical engineering into industrial operations and ultimately into cybersecurity strategy.Kenny offers practical advice for professionals looking to enter the OT cybersecurity field, explaining why hands-on operational experience remains one of the most valuable foundations for success. He also explores the challenges of IT/OT convergence, the importance of risk assessment, and how cybersecurity leaders must think beyond individual systems to protect entire organizations and critical infrastructure.Looking ahead, Kenny shares his perspective on artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, and the future of OT architectures, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges these emerging technologies will bring to industrial environments.Whether you're an engineer, cybersecurity professional, student, or industry leader, this episode provides valuable insights into building a successful OT cybersecurity career while helping protect the systems that power modern society.
Various May 31, 2026 SS.How should we address problems that need a resolution or situations that need a response? In this lesson, we studied situations in Scripture that serve as negative examples that we should not emulate when problems arise and decisions must be made. These included instances of pride, impatience, self-reliance, fear, self-protection, misguided zeal, insecurity, and unbelief are not proper responses.
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Here's the thing about ideas. They feel like momentum. You get a new idea and it feels like you're working on the business. It feels like progress. Like you're being entrepreneurial. But most of the time, a new idea is just a distraction dressed up as productivity. In this episode I'm going to give you a simple framework that tells you exactly what to work on next. Not what's exciting. Not what's interesting. What actually moves the needle. I'll walk you through the distinction that changes everything, a four-step ladder to find your real constraint fast, and a diagnostic you can run on your own business today. Time Stamps: (0:05) Honest Thoughts on Ideas (2:55) Why Your Brain Loves New Ideas (7:15) Questions To Ask Yourself ----------------
Are you a fix-it-fast problem solver? In this Squiggly Shortcut, Helen makes the case for slowing down before you jump to solutions.
Stephen Martin shares the highs and lows of building the Added Nutrition supplement brand, highlighting challenges like product development, trademarking, platform decisions, and managing ADHD and dyslexia in entrepreneurship.TakeawaysThings take three times longer than expected in business.Decision fatigue can overwhelm entrepreneurs.Choosing between Amazon and Shopify impacts control and margins.Understanding your brain's working style is key to managing multiple projects.Business challenges, supplement brand, ADHD, dyslexia, Amazon, Shopify, branding, decision-making, entrepreneurship, product launch, adults with dyslexia, support for adults.Show your support and sign up for a $10 credit at https://addednutrition.com Join the clubrightbrainresetters.comGet 20% off your first orderaddednutrition.comIf you want to find out more visit:truthaboutdyslexia.comJoin our Facebook Groupfacebook.com/groups/adultdyslexia
In this episode, host Andrew Pla sits down with Mark Littlefield, VP of Product at PDQ, for a wide-ranging conversation about product management, the PowerShell community, and what it looks like to deeply learn a technical domain when you're not coming from a traditional sysadmin background. Mark shares his journey from tech support to product management, what drew him to PDQ and the challenges facing IT admins, and what surprised him about PowerShell once he started paying close attention. The two also dig into the history behind PDQ Connect's PowerShell Scanner, how product teams learn from customers, the art of storytelling as a PM and sysadmin skill, and more. Key Takeaways: Product management and PowerShell automation share a core philosophy: solve problems at the root, not just on the surface. Whether you're writing a script or building a feature, the goal is to eliminate a challenge entirely rather than patch around it. Understanding your customer requires more than data — it requires immersion. Mark describes going deep into the sysadmin world through customer interviews, internal usage, and community engagement to truly understand the problems facing IT teams. Great storytelling is a transferable skill. Andrew draws a parallel between how Jeffrey Snover used the Monad Manifesto to get internal buy-in at Microsoft and how to use narrative to align teams and push ideas forward. Guest Bio: Mark Littlefield is the VP of Product at PDQ, where he leads product strategy and development for PDQ Connect and the broader PDQ product suite. With over 15 years of product management experience, Mark previously served as VP of Product Management at InsideSales.com, where he oversaw product management and design across the platform. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems with a focus on Business Intelligence from Utah Valley University and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Resource Links: PowerShell Event: https://www.pdq.com/save-time-with-powershell-pdq-connect/ PDQ Connect: https://www.pdq.com/pdq-connect/ PDQ PowerShell Scanners GitHub repository: https://github.com/pdqcom/PowerShell-Scanners The Monad Manifesto (Microsoft Learn): https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/powershell/scripting/developer/monad-manifesto?view=powershell-7.5 Monad Manifesto blog post by Jeffrey Snover: https://devblogs.microsoft.com/powershell/monad-manifesto-the-origin-of-windows-powershell/ Mark Littlefield on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-littlefield/ Connect with Andrew: https://andrewpla.tech/links PDQ Discord: https://discord.gg/pdq The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fo2V5LC-EZo
May 20, 2026 Speaking, Waiting Lists and Solving Problems BuildWitt Update #53 – DT 443 Aaron recaps the wins and lessons learned at BuildWitt this week. Learn more about attending the 2026 Ariat Dirt World Summit by visiting https://events.dirtworld.com/event/summit-2026/summary Want to better train and develop your teams? Check out BuildWitt Improve! https://buildwitt.com/product Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A professor at San Diego's High Tech High Graduate School of Education and co-author of PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact by Design, Nancy Frey has spent decades studying how teachers actually collaborate — and why most of it doesn't work. Her research-backed PLC+ framework is the difference between a Wednesday morning ritual and a genuine engine of collective efficacy. She teaches full-time at a high school that runs every student through a real-world internship program, so her frameworks aren't theoretical — they're road-tested. Find her work at hightechhigh.org. Professional learning communities were supposed to fix teacher isolation. Instead, most schools turned them into a weekly meeting where teachers explain why students failed. If your PLCs feel like compliance theater, this episode of the Ruckuscast is the reset you need — Nancy Frey breaks down the PLC+ model and the exact questions that shift a team from admiring problems to solving them.
In this episode of the Know Your Sh*t podcast, Josh Cadillac sits down with Sean Carpenter—real estate speaker, agent, coach, and longtime educator—to break down what it really takes to build a business people remember, trust, and refer.Sean shares why real estate is not a house business—it is a people business. The conversation dives into relationship-building, follow-up, personal branding, and why doing only what is required is never enough to create loyal clients. Sean also breaks down his “4-H Club” system: handwritten notes, hot sheets, happy birthdays, and high-fives—a simple daily structure designed to keep agents top of mind and consistently planting seeds for future business.They explore the importance of consistency, trust, attitude, and staying human in a business that often becomes too focused on transactions. This episode is a practical reminder that the agents who win long-term are not just chasing deals—they are building relationships, solving problems, and creating experiences worth talking about.
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Matt McCollum is the co-founder and Head of Marketing at Drink Contento, a premium hemp-derived THC beverage brand launching in Texas. With degrees in Public Relations and Psychology from Texas Tech University, Matt cut his teeth in consumer packaged goods at the helm of Gringo Bandito Hot Sauce, a brand he was able to grow from a handful of local accounts to national and international distribution through scrappy guerrilla marketing and relationship building on a shoestring budget. He achieved this success all while spending nights and weekends behind a bar at the beach, slinging drinks and talking to every walk of life. Over 15 years behind the stick, he learned human behavior the way no textbook can teach it: watching people unwind, connect, and make decisions in real time. That foundation in behavioral psychology and lived experience has shaped how he thinks about brands and consumers.In recent years, Matt has also found himself on an unexpected but welcome spiritual journey, developing a relationship with God that has quietly shaped both the man and the mission behind the brand.
This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! We always encounter challenges and difficulties in life. Most of us even create problems when none exist. In this episode, Danny and Randy explore how to manage life's difficulties.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening! Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com
Welcome to Friday Coaching Clinic Episodes. These are LIVE coaching session snippets where you have the opportunity to learn as both client and coach. I encourage you to think about how you might coach through this topic as a coach or how this situation may support you as a client. A reminder about these episodes: This snippet is just one way of coaching through this topic. Each coach has their own unique voice, personality and confidence to best support their clients and I invite you to find yours. This week: Stop Selling Packages, Start Solving Problems For More Info Go To: https://amanda-walker.com/best-damn-coach/
As Daniel was out planting trees, Wilbur welcomed Jebediah back into the SHACK, as well as a new member to the SHACK! Calling in from a DUMB (Deep Underground Military Base) located in a secret location in the deep south, protected by a tribe of Sámi elders, calling in on a makeshift candlestick phone, Maurice Buttered Rye Toast Klug is a defector of the Shadow Board and now shares his knowledge to serve humanity. When this kind of knowledge accumulates together, the secret chambers become unlocked. The answers we seek in life become revealed, that is if we can keep up with one another. We share our gripes with life. Here's another hint, Daniel just popped and told me that there is a FORCED BIGFOOT MIGRATION HAPPENING RIGHT NOW AS WE SPEAK AND IT'S BECAUSE OF THESE DATA CENTERS BEING BUILT ALL OVER THE COUNTRY! THE GUYS AT CRYPTIDS OF THE CORN ARE GOING TO COVER IT SOON!!! STAY TUNED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
An explosive episode unfolds as Gavin wages war over NBA defensive ratings with Cal, Carter, Luka and Ant all caught in the crossfire. We recap March Madness and we all come to terms with the fact that Cal, our college basketball expert, actually might have known a thing or two about college basketball. Carter stays busy double checking everyone's wild claims and statistics and some don't like the findings of these very factual and certified statistics which are not opinion and simply fact. Hard to argue with facts but Gavin tries his hardest. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! Join Flyways Hunt Club and get 1 month free! Flyways Hunt Club New Waterfowl Film out now! Out West | Waterfowl Hunting in Montana Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP
Join Alex Hormozi At The Live Scaling Workshop in Las Vegas: https://www.acquisition.com/o-vegasScaling any business requires a clear input-output equation that defines core actions to drive revenue growth. In this episode, Alex Hormozi (whose service companies generate over $30M annually) advises five entrepreneurs on how to scale their stagnant service businesses. To achieve success in entrepreneurship, you have to make consistent trade-offs between ambition, family time, distractions, and hiring top talent to run the business.In this episode00:00 Scaling a chiropractor stuck at $2.4M revenue06:41 Pricing strategies for SMB marketing to minimize churn11:52 Handling AI threats to a website as a service (WaaS) business17:14 Overcoming supply constraints to scale a CFO advisory company25:39 Trade-offs to scale a roofing business from $6M to $100MMore Value:Download your free personalized $100M scaling roadmap in under 30 seconds: https://www.acquisition.com/roadmap?el=yt-alex-486r&htrafficsource=youtubeJoin The Live Scaling Workshop In Las Vegas: https://www.acquisition.com/o-vegasDiscover The Easiest Business I Can Help You Start (Free Trial): https://www.skool.com/hormoziFree Books and Video Courses: https://www.acquisition.com/trainingGet the $100M Book Bundle: https://shop.acquisition.com/pages/100m-book-bundleFollow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition
Marshall and Nick discuss the nostalgia of Sunday events, transitioning into the excitement of engaging with the HyperClean Specialist Group. They explore the intricacies of detailing, emphasizing the importance of asking questions and sharing experiences within the community. The conversation delves into the value of ceramic coatings for vehicles, particularly for high-mileage trucks, and the misconceptions about detailing costs. They highlight the significance of using the right chemicals and techniques, sharing personal anecdotes and industry insights. The discussion also covers the challenges of maintaining black wheels and the benefits of using specific products like AWX for effective cleaning. The episode concludes with advice on using foam cannons and soap concentrations, encouraging listeners to engage with the HyperClean Specialist community for support and knowledge sharing.Timestamped Chapters:00:00 - 02:21: Introduction and Sunday Nostalgia02:22 - 04:28: Engaging with the HyperClean Specialist Group04:29 - 06:34: Importance of Asking Questions in Detailing06:35 - 08:55: Ceramic Coatings for High-Mileage Vehicles08:56 - 11:38: Misconceptions About Detailing Costs11:39 - 14:52: Selling the Value of Detailing Services14:53 - 17:31: Chemical Use and Detailing Techniques17:32 - 20:25: Challenges with Black Wheels20:26 - 23:44: Effective Use of AWX for Cleaning23:45 - 26:15: Foam Cannons and Soap Concentrations26:16 - 29:02: Community Engagement and Knowledge Sharing
What You'll Learn in This Episode:In this episode of the Lean Solutions Podcast, Andy Olrich and Catherine McDonald break down one of the biggest reasons Lean fails in organizations, and how it has nothing to do with the tools.Most companies try to “sell Lean” as a program or initiative, which immediately creates resistance. Employees see it as something being done to them instead of for them. But the real key to success is much simpler: stop selling Lean and start solving real problems that people face every day.The conversation dives into how leadership behaviors shape culture, why small wins matter more than big projects, and how building trust through employee involvement can transform an organization. You'll also learn why traditional reward systems often backfire, and how to create a continuous improvement system that actually sticks.If your Lean efforts feel stuck—or your team isn't buying in—this episode will completely change how you approach transformation.Key Takeaways:1. Stop selling Lean—start solving real problems2. Leadership behavior—not tools—determines success3. Small wins build trust faster than big initiatives4. Lean must be a system, not an eventLinks:Lean Solutions 2026 SummitLean Solutions Website
I slept with my boss, and want to make love to an employee! Do the things we dream contain any truth? Dreams may be weird and wacky, but there must be meaning to them surely! Jeff and Alex certainly think there is plenty to gain from unboxing your dreams and finding hidden meanings and messages. Record your questions here: https://www.therapyjeff.comKeep up with Alex at https://alexandramoskovichpsychotherapy.comJeff's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeffJeff's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therapyjeffListen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comGet your personalized roadmap to sexual happiness at https://beducate.me/pd2612-problemsolvedDISCLAIMER: The insights shared in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be seen as a substitute for professional therapy. The guidance is general in nature, and does not equate to the personalized care provided by a licensed therapist. The callers are not therapy clients.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jacob Warwick is an executive negotiation coach who helps senior operators negotiate better salary, equity, titles, and severance packages. He has worked with leaders across tech and Hollywood, was previously a founder and CEO himself, and has helped clients secure millions in additional compensation. His approach focuses on collaboration over confrontation, understanding motivations, and treating job searches like enterprise sales processes.We discuss:1. Why a simple “What's the chance there's a little more here?” often unlocks a 20% bump2. Why Jacob sees 40% average movement when negotiations are run well3. When negotiation actually starts (hint: it's much earlier than you think)4. Why information + timing create power5. The biggest mistakes people make when negotiating6. How to navigate the important “What's your comp expectation?” question without anchoring too low7. Why the best interviews feel more like discovery calls than interrogations—Brought to you by:Orkes—The enterprise platform for reliable applications and agentic workflowsMercury—Radically different bankingOmni—AI analytics your customers can trust—Episode transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-tactical-playbook-for-getting-more-comp—Archive of all Lenny's Podcast transcripts: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/yxi4s2w998p1gvtpu4193/AMdNPR8AOw0lMklwtnC0TrQ?rlkey=j06x0nipoti519e0xgm23zsn9&st=ahz0fj11&dl=0—Where to find Jacob Warwick:• Substack: https://www.execsandthecity.com• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecsandtheCity• Website: https://www.thinkwarwick.com• Complete Job Search Course: https://www.execsandthecity.com/p/complete-job-search-course—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Jacob Warwick(04:12) How much comp people leave on the table(07:52) Why you shouldn't feel greedy asking for more(09:45) What founders should know about negotiation(13:03) How Jacob works behind the scenes(15:35) The biggest mistakes people make when negotiating(19:30) Home-field advantage and controlling the conversation(23:02) The step-by-step approach to negotiating an offer(30:17) Jacob's passion and why these tips don't work on kids(32:04) Who should speak first about compensation(35:36) Understanding power(39:52) Breaking out of salary bands by focusing on pain points(45:45) Brief summary(47:20) Selling the vacation: How to visualize success(50:07) Controlling the narrative and planting seeds(59:01) Jacob's role as hype man(01:01:05) Positioning yourself like a product(01:02:49) Making the process frictionless for hiring managers(01:06:20) Flipping the interview to extract information(01:12:17) Five tactical tips for negotiating comp(01:21:45) What to do when negotiations fall apart(01:25:05) Why negotiation is different for every individual(01:28:55) Why outcomes aren't predetermined(01:32:52) Wild Hollywood negotiation stories(01:37:35) The first step you should take after getting an offer(01:40:30) Jacob's personal mission(01:44:42) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• The ultimate guide to negotiating your comp: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-ultimate-guide-to-negotiating• Sam Altman on X: https://x.com/sama• Tom Brady on X: https://x.com/TomBrady• Career Huddle: Interview & Negotiation Master Class with Jacob Warwick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgjWTiSj8E8• Salesforce: https://www.salesforce.com• Julia Roberts: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julia_Roberts• Matt Damon: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Damon• Steven Spielberg: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg• Marc Andreessen: The real AI boom hasn't even started yet: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/marc-andreessen-the-real-ai-boom• Chris Voss's quote: https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/10181396-remember-never-be-so-sure-of-what-you-want-that• Chris Voss on X: https://x.com/fbinegotiator• Werewolf: https://playwerewolf.co• Modes of persuasion: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modes_of_persuasion• How to use tactical empathy: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christophervoss_tacticalempathy-negotiation-customerexperience-activity-7361004118808670212-oeRy• ZOPA, BATNA and Win-Win in Negotiation: https://www.parallelprojecttraining.com/blog/zopa-batna-and-win-win-in-negotiation• Marvel: https://www.marvel.com• Negotiation Made Simple podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2227030• Luca on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-f28b825f-c207-406b-923a-67f85e6d90e0• Minuscule: https://www.youtube.com/user/Minuscule• Claude Cowork: https://claude.com/product/cowork• Macrofactor: https://macrofactor.com• Whoop: https://www.whoop.com• Gemini: https://gemini.google.com/app• The Cody Dieruf Foundation: https://breathinisbelievin.org• Cystic Fibrosis Foundation: https://www.cff.org—Recommended books:• Negotiation Games: https://www.amazon.com/Negotiation-Games-Routledge-Advances-Theory/dp/0415308941• Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion: https://www.amazon.com/Influence-Psychology-Persuasion-Robert-Cialdini/dp/006124189X• You Can Negotiate Anything: How to Get What You Want: https://www.amazon.com/You-Negotiate-Anything-Herb-Cohen/dp/0806541229• Negotiation Made Simple: A Practical Guide for Solving Problems, Building Relationships, and Delivering the Deal: https://www.amazon.com/Negotiation-Made-Simple-Relationships-Delivering/dp/1400336325• Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Candor-Kick-Ass-Without-Humanity/dp/1250103509• High Output Management: https://www.amazon.com/High-Output-Management-Andrew-Grove/dp/0679762884• How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. 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In This Episode Banks are evolving beyond traditional financial products to offer value-added services that deliver outcomes that matter in customers’ everyday lives. In this episode of Breaking Banks, we explore this shift through a very specific lens. Joining host Jason Henrichs are Marcy Allen, Head of Enterprise Financial Institutions at Carefull, a company focused on helping families protect aging loved ones from financial risk and fraud, and Drew Reilly, VP, Fintech Partnerships & Investments at U.S. Bank They discuss how banks approach value-based accounts and loans, the realities of delivering these services within large institutions, buying versus building, and what happens when financial services appear where customers actually need help, not just where banks traditionally operate. This episode is part of the Hot Take series, powered by U.S. Bank, and was recorded live at the University of Utah’s FintechXchange Conference.