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EPISODE DETAIL:There will be times in our life where we have 0 control over and we will have to choose to step up in courage or hide in fear. Then there will be moments where God is calling us to do, we see we can choose to do or not, and so we stick to what is comfortable instead of trusting Him in courage to do. Are you going to be Courageous or are you going to be Stagnant?Bible Verse(s): Deuteronomy 31:6; Joshua 1:9; Romans 8:37–39; Ephesians 6:10-13-------------------------------Top 100 list at Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/christian_men_podcasts/E: warriorwithin.christianmanhood@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/4xsBcaJFFvStore: https://wwcm-podcast.printify.me/productsPayPal DONATIONS: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KC3DTP8HM7DAEYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WarriorWithinMinistriesStudios-----------------------------------------------------Affiliated with Talitha Coffee: https://talitha.com/pastordido-----------------------------------------------------Track: Jim Yosef - Samurai [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds.Watch:Free Download / Stream:http://NCS.io/Samurai
"Ghana football is a shame. Nothing is progressing, the trophy drought continues, yet we keep spending wastefully."
In this episode, hosts Lee-Sean Huang and Giulia Donatello sit down with Jeff Leitner, the co-founder of UX for Good, architect of Norm Design, and a partner to organizations ranging from the US State Department and NASA to Harvard Medical School. Together, they unpack the core ideas behind his Summer 2026 Stanford Social Innovation Review article, "The Science of Norm Design," exploring why smart, well-funded initiatives fail roughly 70% of the time. Jeff shares his extensive experience studying the "invisible architecture" of social environments. He offers a critical challenge to the design industry, inviting practitioners to look past boilerplate briefs and standard user research to systematically uncover and design for the unwritten rules that dictate human behavior.In This EpisodeHere is the section trimmed down by 25% for a faster, punchier read, with all text formatted in plain text:The definition of norm design. Jeff defines norm design as an essential layer built on top of traditional research to uncover a group's informal, unwritten rules. Because every solution lands within a complex social ecosystem, these hidden dynamics ultimately dictate whether a design succeeds or fails. The 70% organizational failure rate. Stagnant for decades, the standard failure rate for organizational change is famously high. The uncomfortable reality is that most interventions fail because they inadvertently obey the exact same unwritten rules as the problems they are trying to fix. The New Orleans musicians' paradox. Partnering with UX for Good to help local musicians, who average $24,000 a year, the team found that standard financial literacy training routinely failed. A norm-based approach revealed that musicians viewed asking for tips as humiliating. By bypassing the ask and adding a tipping line directly to club receipts, they successfully transferred thousands of dollars to bands. Unwritten rules vs. employee manuals. Social norms are rarely documented. To find a company's true constraints, Jeff suggests asking employees what they would tell a best friend over drinks about "how the place really works," rather than what's printed in the onboarding manual. The structural empathy trap. While designers champion empathy, leaning too deeply into a user's perspective can cause researchers to absorb the same invisible constraints that the target group can't see, effectively blinding the designer to the overarching social norms. Empathy vs. compassion in Rwanda. At the Kigali Genocide Memorial, the team challenged the default industry strategy of showing horror to inspire action. Brain research shows that witnessing suffering floods our pain circuits, causing distress, fatigue, and shutdown. By profiling ordinary heroes, they engaged the brain's compassion networks to cultivate the will to act. How success derailed NASA. Jeff discovered that 100% of interviewed NASA staff anchored their operational norm to JFK's 1962 "Moonshot" speech. However, waiting for a singular political figure to rally the public blinded the agency to the modern reality of private spaceflight, turning a historic triumph into a systemic roadblock. ResourcesThe Science of Norm Design by Jeff Leitner (Stanford Social Innovation Review) – https://ssir.org/articles/entry/the-science-of-norm-designLeitner Studio Official Website – leitnerstudio.com UX for Good Nonprofit – uxforgood.org Cracking the Code of Change by Nitin Nohria and Michael Beer, the original source of the 70% failure rate of change initiatives (Harvard Business Review) – https://hbr.org/2000/05/cracking-the-code-of-changeAIGA Design Podcast Feedback and Voicememos – podcast@aiga.org
On this epsiode of Low Budget Live (Not So Live), Luke runs his mouth about being grateful for Low Lifer support, swimming through tough current, ICAST being over before it starts, talks his favorites he's seen before the show kicks off, and talks the potential of a major fishing trail going away, and a stagnant tournament fishing world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Fix a Stagnant Business: Knowing When to Pivot or Persist Are you stuck in a cycle of persistent burnout, wondering why your business isn't hitting the milestones you expected? Most solopreneurs believe the hardest part of building an income stream is starting, but the true challenge is knowing when to keep going versus when to pivot. This episode of Join Up Dots helps you solve the struggle of the "boring middle" by identifying whether you are facing a temporary grind or a structural dead end in your solopreneur journey. We dissect the "persistence trap" that causes many business owners to waste years walking down the wrong road. You will learn to apply a systematic framework to your business, helping you distinguish between the boredom that often accompanies true mastery and the stagnation that signals it is time to adapt your strategy. We cover the "Gardener Principle"—why successful business systems are built through observation and incremental adjustments rather than blind stubbornness. If you feel like you are dragging yourself uphill every day, this episode provides the clarity you need to perform an energy audit and reclaim your focus. We explore how to fix your business trajectory, scale your efforts, and ensure you are building a sustainable lifestyle rather than just a source of daily frustration. Stop confusing denial with patience. Listen to this episode to master the art of the pivot and finally build a business that works. Follow Join Up Dots today for more insights into scaling your solopreneur business and mastering the mindset required for long-term freedom. #solopreneur #businessburnout #entrepreneurmindset #pivotyourbusiness #joinupdots #businessstrategy #scaleyourbusiness #solopreneurlife #businessgrowth #mindsetshift #entrepreneurship #businesstips #sustainablebusiness #personaldevelopment #businesssystems #quitquitting #overcomeburnout #smallbusinessowner #freedomlifestyle #successmindset
In this throwback episode I run down not one, but three networking events and how they help me grow my fence business. Whether you're just getting started or are looking to grow your business, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Watch the live recording here: https://youtube.com/live/0J8_IWNGgjASubscribe to my YouTube for shorter clips of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCObWyk_pdREnpfoX3Kba-hg
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission sued Paycom on Tuesday for alleged discrimination against an employee with a severe allergy.Millions of people across the central and eastern U.S. will experience scorching temperatures this holiday weekend. Stagnant high-pressure heat is expected to last several days.Although crude reserves at the “Pipeline Crossroads of America” ticked up last week, levels are still hovering near the hub's reported operational minimum.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.
Inspired by a listener email, Justin and John Heath (of EAP Society and Atomic Wax) got into a vigorous debate over whether Elvis's musical output in the years following his return from the US Army were creatively stagnant, or a different sort of ambition, with Elvis intentionally exploring new sounds and styles, finally trying to marry the country, blues and rock and roll he had already mastered with traditional pop stylings he had aspirations toward but not perfected during the 1950s. Across hit singles and albums like "Something for Everybody," "Pot Luck," and the "lost" album from the 1963 sessions, as well as soundtracks such as Blue Hawaii, Fun in Acapulco and Viva Las Vegas, the guys try to trace Elvis' creative journey, comparing Elvis' artistic flourishes, direct influences and creative engagement during the period before the slog of poor Hollywood movies hampered his investment in material. Finally, Justin prompts John to jump in a time machine and play armchair producer, suggesting some theoretical material that Elvis might have shown even greater investment, bringing himself more fully to the proceedings - and just to be fair, Justin does the same! If you enjoy TCBCast, please consider supporting us with a donation at Patreon.com/TCBCast. This episode's debate continued into a short post-show, exclusive to our Patreon backers!
In this segment, Tara posits that the European Union eliminated tariffs on American goods as a direct result of the Trump administration's hands-off strategy regarding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, which highlighted Europe's reliance on the region. She argues this concession highlights the economic strength of the U.S. compared to a stagnant Europe, achieving a major trade victory. For more details on this analysis, you can listen to the full segment of The Tara Show.
288. Why Do We Become Stagnant in Our Faith, and How Do We Change That? In this episode, Cris explores the question: Why do we become stagnant in our faith? Looking at Hebrews 5, John 15 and Philippians 3, he unpacks some of the reasons Christians plateau and what the Bible says about continuing to grow as disciples of Jesus. Support the podcast with a coffee.... https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crisrogers To get a copy of Positive Urban Theology here... - https://amzn.eu/d/0hmKe5wU To get a copy of The Bible Book By Book here... https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/bible-study/bible-study-reference-books/bible-background/the-bible-book-by-book/ Rev Dr Cris Rogers is a church leader at allhallowsbow.org.uk and Director of Making Disciples. Chair of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. For more information, check out wearemakingdisciples.com #Heart #Hands #Heart
If you've been feeling stuck, disconnected from your business, or wondering why momentum feels impossible to create right now… this episode is for you. In this honest and grounding Golden Nugget episode, Cait shares the truth about "stuckness" in business and why every entrepreneur experiences seasons where things feel slow, heavy, or uncertain. She opens up about her own recent emotional dip and the mindset shift that helped her move through it instead of spiraling deeper into self-doubt. This episode is a powerful reminder that momentum is not something reserved for people who "have it all together." It's something you create through movement, clarity, and a willingness to stop making your current season mean something about your worth. Tune in to hear: Why every entrepreneur experiences seasons of feeling stuck The dangerous spiral that happens when you believe you "should" be further ahead How shame and self-judgment freeze momentum in business The difference between not knowing how to make money and simply not doing money-making activities Why emotional processing and business leadership can coexist The powerful question Cait asks herself whenever momentum feels low Examples of what your business may actually need from you right now How to stop living in story mode and start taking grounded action again Why momentum is created through movement, not perfection If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to share it to your stories and tag @themillionairemother, or leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts-it helps more mamas find this show.
In this captivating episode of SWAT Radio, hosts Doug McCary and David Gray dive deep with Dr. Chuck Coker into the powerful intersection of neuroscience, scripture, and spiritual maturity. Shifting the conversation from his book A God Shaped Mind directly into Philippians 2:12-18, the guys expose why so many believers get trapped in the exhausting loop of superficial behavior modification instead of experiencing true, Holy Spirit-driven mind transformation. Dr. Coker explains how hidden fear and spiritual stagnation physically stall our mental and spiritual growth, while revealing how neuroplasticity and authentic discipleship communities can literally rewire your brain, counter cultural isolation, and unlock an unbreakable, circumstance-defying kingdom joy.
A seven-day panic attack.A hospital visit.A Bible opened to Philippians 4:13.And a life that would never be the same.In this episode, professional baseball player Gabe Klobosits shares his testimony publicly for the first time.We talk about identity, anxiety, surrender, Psalm 23, purpose, obedience, and learning to trust God when the future makes no sense.A conversation about what happens when life stops being about us and starts becoming about Him.Follow Gabe: https://www.instagram.com/gabe_klobosits/00:00 Opening Prayer02:29 How God Showed Up This Week03:53 Sleep, Recovery & Stewarding the Body06:10 Spiritual Nourishment10:03 Growing Up Around Faith12:59 The Healing That Changed Something18:06 The Story Few People Know20:17 Seven Days21:35 Getting Back Into the Word26:08 Why He Opened the Bible28:53 Identity Before and After32:11 Stay Under the Fig Tree34:40 Finding His Purpose37:04 The Darkest Moments39:28 A Message For The Person Listening40:58 Psalm 23 and the Valley43:00 When God Slows You Down46:40 Stagnant vs Still49:21 Faith, Pride & Heaven55:07 Who Do You Fear Most?57:42 Obedience58:04 Just Trust01:02:23 A Calling Beyond Baseball01:05:08 Share Your Story01:08:24 Gabe's First Public Prayer01:09:47 A First01:10:26 Roger That
you're ready for your income to take off, but something keeps getting in the way.you've been building your coaching business. you're posting, you're showing up, you're doing all the things. and your income is either not moving, or it's moving slower than you'd like. that frustration isn't a sign you're doing it wrong. it's a sign you're standing on the edge of a leap you haven't fully taken yet. and that's exactly what i want to talk about today.in today's episode you'll discover:what it actually takes to break into your next income level as a clinician building a coaching businesshow to keep moving forward when you're suspended in the scary, uncertain middle of your leapthe two inner qualities that make your income leap inevitable — and how to build themif you're done waiting for your business to take off and ready to be the one who makes it happen this is your episode. and if you want to turn this into real momentum before the end of the year, join us for the mid-year income leap
#250. In today's ASK P, we are discussing mostly relationship-related topics, with a little glow-up note to lighten the mood. Listeners sent in sensitive topics, like “am I dating his potential or supporting him through a period of growth?,” non-existent sex lives, and sacrifices in closing the distance gap in a relationship.The source content: Reality Disruption: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8p8S6oa/Dealing with Uncertainty without Rumination: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8p8UrtQ/Chasing Failure: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8p8A2HK/ 5 No's a Week: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8p89WNb/Joe Dispenza Meditation Review: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8p8XPeG/Play The Game By Your Rules: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8p8qQ8Q/ FOLLOW PAYTON:https://instagram.com/paytonross https://www.tiktok.com/@paytonsartain https://youtube.com/c/paytonsartainrossSUBMIT TO NOTE TO SELF:→ Ask P: Advice Column: https://forms.gle/avvSu4ibYygZP5rq8 Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Let yourself run, lift, fail, try and go. Explore Peloton Cross Training Tread+ at onepeloton.com Quince.com/payton for free shipping and 365 day returns. Now available in Canada too!Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ike, Spike, and Fritz analyze Lane Johnson's critique of the previous season's offensive scheme and debate if Nick Sirianni needs to implement stricter discipline to avoid self-inflicted penalties.
What a week! Our jam-packed episode of Sacred Symbols covers all of the announcements from both Sony's State of Play presentation, as well as Geoff Keighley's Summer Games Fest showcase. And let's just say, there's a ton to get through. State of Play's 25 game roster included a fresh, expanded look at Wolverine, the reveal of Firesprite's long-rumored Until Dawn 2, and the confirmation of a brand new God of War game in the form of Laufey (plus a ton of third-party stuff, including Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Silent Hill: Townfall, Control Resonant, Phantom Blade 0, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and more). Geoff's show went even harder, with a full 53 games displayed, including the culmination of the Final Fantasy VII Remake saga in the form of Final Fantasy VII: Revelation, the always-assumed Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake en route in 2027, two new Cuphead titles, the Stellar Blade sequel Blood Rain, and so on. We have other news this week, too -- MMORPG Horizon: Steel Frontiers has been delayed, California's legislature is going after developers and publishers who delist games, Fable has been delayed until next year, and so on -- but really, the meat of the show is all about these E3-like pressers. Even the questions at the end! So buckle up for one long episode of Sacred Symbols. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:08:09 - Another Sacred statistic0:19:59 - dishonored brokers0:26:24 - "the podcast I listen to"0:34:27 - State of Play rundown3:12:55 - Was State of Play underwhelming?3:25:13 - Economic realities of originality3:37:27 - Stagnant first party3:44:25 - Studios stuck on IPs3:50:39 - Less attractive female characters?4:00:40 - September is looking rough4:08:39 - Summer Game Fest rundown5:26:13 - Sony removes more shovelware5:31:48 - Horizon: Steel Frontiers delayed5:33:14 - Amazon and 007 First Light5:40:50 - Toy Story Retro Roundup5:50:18 - New CA bill for game preservation6:02:53 - Fallout 76 coming to PS56:03:43 - Fable delayed6:04:11 - Gravity Circuit 2 announced6:04:57 - May 2026 PSN top downloads6:06:59 - What We're Playing (Pragmata, Saros, Mina the Hollower, 007: First Light) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 5, 2026 - We examine the top line spending on combatting the opioid epidemic in the recently adopted state budget with Rob Kent, former general counsel at the state Office of Addiction Services and Supports. We also consider regulatory reform to improve the state's capacity.
People are mentally conditioned when it comes to most things, but this episode is about the bills people create and their mindsets to spend, which has lead to major debt for many people. A changed mindset changes your life! Please pray for and get financial wisdom! People are conditioned to spend without knowing it keeps the rich richer! You can change that mindset, but you can't if you allow yourself to continue to be gripped by the jaws of greed and consumption!You can listen to this Podcast on Amazon, Spotify, etc.! You can buy my book on Amazon, Lulu, etc. "People Lie Signs and Red Flags Don't" by Cherry GatesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/relationships-and-relatable-life-chronicles--4126439/support.
People have excuses for their bad choices and decisions. They have excuses for why they're not choosing to heal and move on in life! They want to blame and complaint but fail to understand as an adult who you become falls on you! Many people use excuses to label themselves and then they live those labels. You're who you are because it's what you've chosen! Every time you use an excuse you inhibit your own growth and progression!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/relationships-and-relatable-life-chronicles--4126439/support.
Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.The property market headlines say "stagnant"—but the real data tells a completely different story. While the mainstream media fixates on flat price movement to trigger clickbait anxiety, the reality is that the speculative noise has cleared out, giving everyday buyers the ultimate upper hand.In Episode 14 of NZ Property Insights, Paul and Debbie Roberts break down The Reality Behind Stagnant Housing Headlines and reveal how First-Home Buyers are officially taking over the market. We dissect the latest CoreLogic data showing first-time buyers capturing a massive 27% market share, explain why flat pricing in Auckland and Wellington represents the faireest market value in years, and expose the hidden financial updates you must prepare for this month.Whether you are looking to secure your first property or scale your existing portfolio, this episode cuts through the noise to show you exactly how to navigate this unique window of opportunity.Inside this episode, we unpack:
The Drive explained how last year Chiefs and this years Royals both decided to have near the same group, and that decision lead to regression. Progress and change are the paths to winning.
In this episode of Practical Pivots, host Steve Pockross sits down with serial scale-up CEO John Allen to explore how to take over companies from founders, and lead them from stagnation to growth, and then exit. John shares his approach to stepping into investor-backed companies, building trust with boards, and making decisions by first understanding the financial model and the people involved. The conversation also digs into the difference between a thoughtful pivot and a reactive scramble, the importance of rev ops and operational discipline, and the story behind EzaLife, his current medical device startup creating disposable securement devices that help prevent painful, costly complications for patients and families.
Feeling Stuck? How to Regain Motivation with Small Steps | Elevate Life Project Michael Cohan of the Elevate Life Project speaks to people who feel stuck and demotivated despite knowing their goals. He explains that low motivation doesn't mean someone is lazy or broken, but human, because motivation fluctuates with life stress, distractions, and setbacks. He notes that motivation often drops when people lose direction and start comparing themselves to others, which kills momentum, and reminds viewers that their journey is their own. Instead of trying to change everything overnight, he encourages making small adjustments, better decisions, and new habits to create movement. He urges viewers not to fear mistakes, framing them as evidence of trying and learning, and closes by encouraging consistent small steps, focus on the bigger picture, trust in the process, and showing up for oneself. 00:00 Feeling Stuck 00:31 Motivation Fluctuates 00:50 Stop Comparing 01:10 Small Changes Win 01:23 Embrace Mistakes 01:36 Keep Moving Forward 01:50 Aim Higher
Two common Google Search Console questions get answered in this episode: what it means when impressions are rising but average rankings stay flat, and whether keywords still matter for blog posts. The short answer on rankings might surprise you. And the advice around blogging and keywords could save your site from a problem that looks like progress while quietly making things worse.Timestamps [0:00] Introduction [0:24] Listener question: impressions rising but rankings unchanged [0:49] What impressions and average rankings mean in Search Console [1:50] Why rising impressions with flat rankings is actually a good sign [2:20] How new keywords entering the index affect your average ranking [3:15] Why average ranking is a misleading metric to track [3:55] Meredith's question: are keywords still important for blogs [4:22] What bloggers offering "keyword-included" posts are actually doing [5:00] Keyword cannibalization explained [5:45] What the right keyword strategy for blogs actually looks like [6:35] Why keyword stuffing in blogs works against you Try WisprFlowhttps://wisprflow.ai/r?CHRIS37400 --Learn more about the MENTORING PROGRAM:www.meredithshusband.comSubmit questions for future episodeshttps://forms.gle/bqxbwDWBySoiUYxL7
Stagnant rents, vacancies and falling capital gains and seeing so-called mum and dad investors are pulling back from owning rental properties. But what does that mean for the housing market? Auckland University associate professor Michael Rehm.
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Spiritual stagnation is not neutral—it's dangerous. In this episode, we explore 2 Peter 3:15–18 and the call to grow in grace and in the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Peter warns that unstable believers can be led astray, but he also points us to the remedy: intentional, ongoing spiritual growth. If you're not moving forward in Christ, you're at risk of drifting backward. Let's talk about what it means to grow—and why it matters more than ever.
How are we responding to the voice of Jesus in our lives? That's our focus this week at Maplewood, as we explore the response of James and John to the calling of Jesus in their lives in Mark 1:19-20....
https://teachhoops.com/ The decision to move a player from Junior Varsity (JV) to Varsity is one of the most consequential choices a head coach makes during the mid-season grind. It's not just about rewarding talent; it's about Strategic Utility. Too often, coaches "call up" a young standout only to have them sit behind a senior for 30 minutes a night. In this episode, we tackle the "Billion Dollar Question" of player promotion: Is it better for a sophomore to dominate 32 minutes at the JV level or play 4 minutes of high-intensity "garbage time" on Varsity? To build a sustainable program, you must prioritize Developmental Minutes over the prestige of the Varsity roster. 1. The Positional Difference A "Promotion Strategy" shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. Post players often benefit from an early move because their development is tied to physicality; battling a 220-lb senior in practice every day will accelerate their growth more than dominating a smaller JV opponent. Guards, however, need the ball in their hands. If moving a young point guard to Varsity means they become a "floor spacer" who never initiates the offense, you might be stunted their "Decision IQ." 2. The WIAA "Three-Halves" Reality For our Wisconsin coaches navigating the 18-minute half era, remember the technical "Safety Valve." Under WIAA rules, a player can participate in up to three halves of basketball on the same day. This allows you to "Slow-Cook" your prospects. Let them play a full JV game (2 halves) and dress for Varsity to get their feet wet in the final minutes (1 half). This maximizes their "Rep Density" while acclimating them to the speed of the Varsity game. 3. The Cultural Impact on the "Vets" Promoting a young player is a "Relational Disruptor." Before the move is public, you must have two conversations: The "Promotion" Talk: Set the expectation that they are there to earn time, not just occupy a seat. The "Survivor" Talk: Speak to the Varsity seniors whose minutes might be impacted. Use Jay Wright's "Value Your Role" philosophy—explain how this move strengthens the "collective" and pushes the intensity of practice. If the veterans don't "buy in," the young player will be isolated on an island. The "Minutes vs. Level" Matrix: Knowing when the competition outweighs the playing time. WIAA Technicals: Navigating the three-halves rule to maximize development. Parent Management: Ensuring the move is seen as a "challenge" rather than a "guarantee." Role Integrity: How to keep your Varsity bench engaged when a young player jumps the line.
7. HEADLINE: German Economic Stagnation and Strategic Critiques GUEST: Judy Dempsey SUMMARY:Friedrich Merz describes Germany as "humiliated" by Iran due to a lack of clear U.S. strategy. Germany faces its fourth year of stagnant growth and a severe demographic crunch with record-low births. While Merz remains an Atlanticist, he critiques the Trump administration's transactional approach and lack of a strategic exit plan.1901
https://teachhoops.com/ The "Open Gym" is a double-edged sword in any basketball program. To the casual observer, it's a sign of a "gym rat" culture—players taking initiative and putting in extra reps without a coach standing over them. However, if left unchecked, the unstructured open gym can become a breeding ground for the very habits that lose games in February: lazy transition defense, "hero-ball" shot selection, and a total lack of non-verbal communication. In this session, we break down how to move from "just playing" to "Purposeful Scrimmaging." The goal isn't to remove the fun; it's to ensure that the fun is aligned with the Standard of Excellence your program requires. When players play without constraints, they naturally gravitate toward the path of least resistance. You'll see players jogging back on defense, settling for contested "step-back" threes, and ignoring the "extra pass." This creates a "False Confidence"—players think they are getting better because they are scoring, but they are actually reinforcing a low-IQ style of play that won't survive a disciplined 2-3 zone or a physical man-to-man defense. As a leader, you must establish that the "Coach's Shadow" is always in the gym. Even when you aren't there, the Energy Givers in your senior class must be the ones enforcing the "Next Play" speed and defensive intensity. The 3v3 Shift: Instead of a stagnant 5v5 game, encourage more 3v3. This increases Rep Density and forces every player to be involved in every action. There is nowhere to "hide" in 3v3; you have to defend, rebound, and move off the ball. Creative Scoring Constraints: Incentivize the behaviors you want to see. Make a "weak-hand layup" worth 3 points, or make a "paint-touch three" worth 4 points. By changing the math of the game, you force players to hunt for High-Value Shots ($eFG%$) rather than settling for mid-range jumpers. Validation Free Throws: Every game-winning bucket must be "validated" by a free throw. If the player misses, the basket doesn't count and the defense gets the ball. This injects Late-Game Pressure into an otherwise casual environment and reinforces the importance of the "boring" fundamentals. Coach's Note: "You don't get the team you coach; you get the team you tolerate. If you tolerate lazy habits in July, don't be surprised when they show up in the regional finals. Your open gym should be a laboratory for your program's DNA." Basketball open gyms, player development, team culture, basketball bad habits, high school basketball, youth basketball, coaching philosophy, 3v3 basketball drills, "The Villanova Way," athletic leadership, basketball IQ, coach development, championship habits, transition defense, shot selection, coach unplugged, teach hoops, basketball success, mental toughness, program building. Show NotesThe Danger of the "Casual Run"3 Ways to "Audit" Your Open GymsOpen Gym Habits: The Good vs. The BadThe Bad Habit (The Drain)The Championship Habit (The Giver)Jogging in transition.Sprints to the "level of the ball" every time.Complaining about calls."Next Play" speed; zero focus on the officials.Stagnant 1v1 play.Continuous movement, cutting, and screening away.Silent gym floor.Non-stop "Echo Communication" on defense.SEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
https://teachhoops.com/ The "Open Gym" is a double-edged sword in any basketball program. To the casual observer, it's a sign of a "gym rat" culture—players taking initiative and putting in extra reps without a coach standing over them. However, if left unchecked, the unstructured open gym can become a breeding ground for the very habits that lose games in February: lazy transition defense, "hero-ball" shot selection, and a total lack of non-verbal communication. In this session, we break down how to move from "just playing" to "Purposeful Scrimmaging." The goal isn't to remove the fun; it's to ensure that the fun is aligned with the Standard of Excellence your program requires. When players play without constraints, they naturally gravitate toward the path of least resistance. You'll see players jogging back on defense, settling for contested "step-back" threes, and ignoring the "extra pass." This creates a "False Confidence"—players think they are getting better because they are scoring, but they are actually reinforcing a low-IQ style of play that won't survive a disciplined 2-3 zone or a physical man-to-man defense. As a leader, you must establish that the "Coach's Shadow" is always in the gym. Even when you aren't there, the Energy Givers in your senior class must be the ones enforcing the "Next Play" speed and defensive intensity. The 3v3 Shift: Instead of a stagnant 5v5 game, encourage more 3v3. This increases Rep Density and forces every player to be involved in every action. There is nowhere to "hide" in 3v3; you have to defend, rebound, and move off the ball. Creative Scoring Constraints: Incentivize the behaviors you want to see. Make a "weak-hand layup" worth 3 points, or make a "paint-touch three" worth 4 points. By changing the math of the game, you force players to hunt for High-Value Shots ($eFG%$) rather than settling for mid-range jumpers. Validation Free Throws: Every game-winning bucket must be "validated" by a free throw. If the player misses, the basket doesn't count and the defense gets the ball. This injects Late-Game Pressure into an otherwise casual environment and reinforces the importance of the "boring" fundamentals. Coach's Note: "You don't get the team you coach; you get the team you tolerate. If you tolerate lazy habits in July, don't be surprised when they show up in the regional finals. Your open gym should be a laboratory for your program's DNA." Basketball open gyms, player development, team culture, basketball bad habits, high school basketball, youth basketball, coaching philosophy, 3v3 basketball drills, "The Villanova Way," athletic leadership, basketball IQ, coach development, championship habits, transition defense, shot selection, coach unplugged, teach hoops, basketball success, mental toughness, program building. Show NotesThe Danger of the "Casual Run"3 Ways to "Audit" Your Open GymsOpen Gym Habits: The Good vs. The BadThe Bad Habit (The Drain)The Championship Habit (The Giver)Jogging in transition.Sprints to the "level of the ball" every time.Complaining about calls."Next Play" speed; zero focus on the officials.Stagnant 1v1 play.Continuous movement, cutting, and screening away.Silent gym floor.Non-stop "Echo Communication" on defense.SEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This is not a comfortable question. Especially if your numbers are decent. Especially if you've had success. Especially if no one around you is challenging you. But here's the truth. Stagnation rarely announces itself loudly. It shows up subtly, in habits, in tone, in energy, and in how you approach growth. In this episode of Recruiting Conversations, we walk through the real indicators of leadership stagnation, and more importantly, how to break out of it before it costs you momentum. Episode Breakdown [00:00] The Honest Question How do you know if you're plateauing as a leader? Not failing. Not struggling. Just… not growing. 6 Signs You Might Be Becoming Stagnant [01:15] 1. You Rely Too Heavily on the Past Proven systems are valuable. But if your default response is: This is how we've always done it That's a warning sign. Healthy leaders evolve. Stagnant leaders protect familiarity. [01:45] 2. You Feel Defensive When Challenged Growth requires tension. If feedback feels like a threat instead of data, you may be protecting your identity more than pursuing progress. Stagnation often hides behind ego. [02:10] 3. Your Conversations Feel Repetitive Are you still learning? Still refining your message? Still bringing new insight? If your team meetings sound the same as they did two years ago, growth may have slowed. Energy follows growth. When leaders grow, teams feel it. [02:30] 4. You've Stopped Seeking Challenge If you are always the most experienced or smartest person in the room, that is not a strength. It is a ceiling. Strong leaders intentionally put themselves in environments where they are stretched and corrected. [02:50] 5. You're Protecting Instead of Building There is a difference between stewardship and fear. Stewardship protects standards while pursuing growth Fear protects comfort and avoids risk Ask yourself: Am I experimenting or just maintaining? [03:20] 6. Your Team Has Stopped Bringing Ideas This one is subtle but powerful. If your team is no longer suggesting improvements or challenging ideas, they may believe nothing will change. Leadership stagnation creates cultural stagnation. [03:40] What Stagnation Is Not Let's be clear. Being tired is not stagnation A rough quarter is not stagnation A slower season is not stagnation Stagnation is posture. Are you still learning? Still stretching? Still refining? [04:00] How to Break Out of It 1. Audit Yourself Honestly Where have you been coasting? What systems have you not updated in years? 2. Reengage With Vision Revisit your 3 to 5 year picture. Does it still excite you? Does it still stretch you? If not, your vision needs an upgrade. 3. Seek Discomfort Intentionally Growth requires friction. Join a room where you are not the expert Hire a coach Ask for real feedback Test something new 4. Recommit to Learning Study beyond your industry. Leadership Psychology Innovation Systems The market is evolving whether you grow or not. [05:05] The Real Danger The most dangerous leaders are not the ones who fail loudly. They are the ones who plateau quietly. Comfort can disguise itself as stability. Do not let it. Key Takeaways Stagnation Is Subtle – It shows up in habits, not headlines Comfort Can Be Misleading – Stability is not the same as growth Growth Requires Tension – Feedback and discomfort are signals, not threats Your Environment Matters – Surround yourself with people who stretch you Your Team Reflects You – If they stop growing, look at your leadership first Here is the truth. Leadership is either growing or it is drifting. There is no neutral. Want Help Sharpening Your Leadership Again? If this episode hit a nerve and you know it's time to re-evaluate your systems, your vision, or your leadership approach, let's talk. You can book time directly on Richard's calendar and we will walk through: Where you may be plateauing How to refresh your recruiting and leadership systems How to rebuild momentum with clarity How to create a vision that stretches you again Visit bookrichardnow.com and grab a time that works for you. Growth is a decision. Make it again.
Quick SummaryIn this special crossover episode, Evie and Kelsey sit down for a candid debrief following their day at the This Mother Means Business event hosted by Laura Sinclair at The Pearl in Burlington. From conversations about shame and visibility to AI-powered systems and knowing when to get off the wrong train, this episode is packed with real insights from successful women in business — shared between two friends who just couldn't stop talking on the drive home.In This EpisodeWhy attending women's business events is one of the best prescriptions for stagnant growthDr. Tracy's keynote on shame, motherhood, and the vulnerability of building a business in the lightThe powerful exercise about the stories we tell ourselves — and how to rewrite themWhat successful women's day-in-the-life routines actually look like (spoiler: less hustle, more intention)Julie Cole's famous quote on sunk cost fallacy and knowing when to get off the wrong trainRita from the Printing House on turning adversity into your greatest strengthCIBC's Women's Hub and why banks need to show up at women's eventsHow AI can reduce mental load for mothers in business — and why you don't have to have started early to start smartThe right way to follow up after networking eventsKey TakeawaysExpand your network constantly. Stagnant revenue, growth, or engagement is often a sign you're not meeting enough new people. Events are the prescription.Rewrite the stories that hold you back. Whether it's "I don't have time to be creative" or "I have to do everything myself" — those narratives are quietly blocking your growth.Delegation is not a luxury; it's a strategy. Knowing your season and offloading what you can — cooking, grocery shopping, admin — is how you protect your energy for what matters most.The longer you're on the wrong train, the more expensive it is to get back. Know when to pivot: in your business model, your social media strategy, and your habits.If it only lives in your head, it's already costing you. Document your processes, use AI to reduce mental load, and stop carrying everything alone.Memorable Quotes"I love what I do, but I need to love me more." — Anora West, Panelist"The longer you're on a train in the wrong direction, the more expensive it is to get back." — Julie Cole, Mabel's Labels"The people who win at AI didn't start first. They started smart." — Johanna (AI Keynote Speaker)Resources & People MentionedKelsey's Website: www.KelseyReidl.comKelsey's Instagram: @KelseyReidlThis Mother Means Business — Event hosted by Laura Sinclair at The Pearl, BurlingtonDr. Tracy — Family psychiatrist; keynote speaker on shame and motherhoodJulie Cole — Co-founder of Mabel's Labels; afternoon panel speakerAnora West — Accounting firm founder; afternoon panelistRita — Business Development Manager, The Printing House CanadaChristina Bartold — Business Advisor, CIBCCIBC Women's Hub — Banking resources and support for women in businessJohanna — AI keynote speaker ("AI Will Not Replace the Woman with Vision")Asana — Project management tool (mentioned by Evie for AI integration)Factor Meals — Meal delivery service (mentioned as a practical delegation tool)High Five Women — Another women's event community mentionedAbout Your HostsEvie Tavares is the host of Unfiltered Tea with Evie, a podcast where she has real, unfiltered conversations about business, motherhood, and everything in between.Kelsey Reidl is the host of Rain or Shine, a podcast dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build businesses and lives they love — no matter what the season brings.
Negotiations with Iran failed over the weekend, but analyst says the leverage is gone, and the war should find resolve soon. Soybeans are no longer optimistic about China stepping up for a trade deal in May. Cattle trade is seeing "strange" patterns, as select boxes outpace choice. JJ Lauby with Agrimanagment Systems recaps today's trade.
Register for my May 7th Event in NYCRecently, a beloved follower DM'ed me and said, without any mincing of words, "I need an episode on the friend zone." I was happy to oblige since, to be totally frank, I don't think the friend zone is an actual thing. I think it's more so a way to stay stuck, but safe. Stagnant but comfortable. In this episode, I'm covering:The root of why we end up in the friend zone, and why it tends to be a repeat patternHow the friend zone acts like a permission slip to not actively date and instead wait for another person to actHow the obstacle we face here isn't with the other person, but our relationship to rejection and vulnerability, and the discomfort of putting oneself out thereIf you've ever found yourself stuck in almost, this one's for you.Work with me PrivatelyConnect on InstagramWebsitePodcast Production by James Jorge
Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Russ Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the latest Cubs storylines.
In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Russ Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the latest Cubs, White Sox and MLB storylines.
Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports, which included a lackluster home opening series for the Twins, concerns about the Wolves and an opportunity for the Wild to grab home ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs. Plus the Gophers gymnastics team had the best weekend of all.
Ryan Pineda and Brian Davila break down three major AI headlines — Meta's mass layoffs, Elon's decision to stop producing the Model X and S, and Pokemon Go's secret data collection scheme, and make the case that AI is no longer a future threat, it's already here, and business owners who aren't adapting will be left behind.__________If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.comIf you're a business owner who wants to get in peak physical shape, we can help! https://www.allproceo.comJoin our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.comJoin free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us__________CHAPTERS: 0:23 - Meta, Elon & Pokémon Go: 3 Stories You Need to Know1:47 - Why Companies Are Ripping the Band-Aid Off Now3:11 - The 3 Paths Business Owners Will Take With AI9:37 - If You're Not Using AI, You're Toast18:18 - The Biggest Entrepreneurship Lesson Elon Just Taught Us23:06 - Pokémon Go Was a Data Collection Scheme the Whole Time28:23 - How to Actually Survive and Win in the AI Era35:56 - AI Widens the Gap Between the Smart and the Stagnant44:15 - The World Gets Cheaper and What That Means for You
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The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – What's troubling about this report is that these children were not in school during the closures of the pandemic period in 2020 and 2021, yet their academic struggles mirror those of older students who experienced those disruptions earlier in their elementary school careers. It's almost as if these students are meeting lowered...
PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Mary Kissel. Mary Kissel comments on the agonizingly slow transformation of Venezuela from a narco-terrorist dictatorship into a democracy. She explores potential reasons behind the stagnant pace of political change within this South American nation currently. (3)1952 CARACAS
PREVIEW FOR LATER TONIGHT: Joseph Sternberg. Joseph Sternberg outlines the growing sense of haplessness surrounding UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Faced with a stagnant economy, political scandals, and confused foreign policy, Starmer struggles to appear in charge of events. (6)1901 COMMMONS
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3944: Anthony Ongaro explains that once we remove distractions from our lives, we must intentionally replace that space with small daily habits that reflect the life we truly want to live. Consistent actions, like reading, writing, exercising, or connecting with loved ones, compound over time and shape our future. He also encourages embracing new opportunities by sharing passions and skills, which can lead to meaningful connections, creative outlets, and even new income streams. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/twitch/ Quotes to ponder: "How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives." "If you can imagine spending a day doing exactly what you want to do, what are the small habits that would make up that day?" "The absolute best way to make any fundamental shift in life is to simply take action using the resources available." Episode references: Annie Dillard: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Annie-Dillard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3943: Anthony Ongaro shares the surprising moment that revealed he didn't actually control his own attention, uncovering the hidden habit he calls “the Twitch.” By recognizing the impulsive actions we use to escape discomfort, like constant phone checks, purchases, and distractions, we can begin building awareness and clearing the mental and physical clutter that keeps us stuck. His insights show how small daily habits quietly shape our focus, productivity, and direction in life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakthetwitch.com/twitch/ Quotes to ponder: "I realized my frequent one-click purchase pattern I had recognized months earlier was not an isolated spending problem, but an intention and an attention problem." "An impulsive, unproductive, repeated response to a feeling of discomfort." "You don't have to change anything yet, just notice." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
### 9. Joseph Sternberg: Britain's Stagnant Economy Joseph Sternberg continues his critique of Keir Starmer's leadership, noting the Prime Minister's inability to unite his party. He explains how Britain's stagnant economyundermines its global standing and its ability to fund defense. (10)1950 TEHRAN
1. Stevenson-Yang 1: The Evolution of China's Economic Transformation. Anne Stevenson-Yang recounts her 1994 Xi'an visit, contrasting tattered manufacturing exhibits with the impoverished, stagnant office culture she witnessed during her 1985 arrival. Guest: Anne Stevenson-Yang.
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