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#672 Ever wondered what it really takes to get your product off a folding table and onto the shelves of Walmart, Costco, or Target? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with retail expert Jay Yung, founder of Evergreen Retail Solutions, to break down the real path from farmer's market tables to national store shelves. Jay shares how he went from running a surf shop in Hawaii to managing hundreds of millions in inventory at Walmart, and now uses that experience to help brands scale through smart pricing, packaging, supply chain strategy, and retail partnerships. From navigating buyer expectations to avoiding costly mistakes in inventory and margins, Jay explains what separates products that land big-box deals from those that quietly disappear. Whether you have a product in early development or you're already selling online, this episode is a masterclass in getting retail-ready and scaling responsibly! What we discuss with Jay: + From surf shop to Walmart + Inside Walmart's toy department + What retailers look for in products + Packaging as a sales driver + Avoiding costly inventory mistakes + How to spot a winning product + When to pursue big-box retailers + Why local markets matter first + Importance of margins and terms + Staying on-brand to scale Thank you, Jay! Check out Evergreen Retail Solutions at Evergreen-RS.com. Follow Jay on LinkedIn. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. And follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the fastest path to your goals starts with protecting your energy? We sit down with functional medicine nutritionist and educator Andrea Nakayama to unpack how high achievers can set a self-care floor, work with their biology, and lead with more clarity and calm. Andrea's story—building a global education company while navigating profound personal loss—reveals why sleep, boundaries, and joy aren't luxuries. They're leadership tools.We explore how to define your non-negotiables so they actually live on your calendar, not just your wish list. Andrea breaks down the hormone science behind the late-night “second wind,” why it sabotages sleep quality, and how to catch your natural evening curve for better recovery. We talk practical micro-practices that fit real schedules: 10-minute resets, afternoon self-checks, and routines that flex without collapsing into all-or-nothing thinking. Her “road, bike lane, poison ivy” model helps you stay consistent while avoiding extremes that trigger stress and setbacks.For big goals, we trade hustle myths for smarter pacing. Think Everest, not elevator—base camps to acclimate your systems, stepwise upgrades, and permission to learn on the way up. Andrea's five P model—passion, permission, purpose, persistence, perseverance—replaces perfectionism with momentum you can sustain. Along the way, we connect bioindividuality, circadian rhythm, and nervous system care to everyday leadership decisions so your effort translates into durable results.If you want to finish strong and start stronger, this conversation gives you the playbook: protect sleep, schedule what refuels you, and let joy be part of the plan. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs permission to slow down, and leave a review to tell us your top non-negotiable for the season. In this podcast you will learn how to:• define energy, relationships, and impact as daily anchors• non-negotiables for leaders: sleep, digestion, blood sugar• setting a self-care floor and saying no with confidence• calendar design with micro check-ins and wiggle room• shift out of all-or-nothing mindsets• cortisol, circadian rhythms, and second winds• evening unplugging and nervous system care• the five P model: passion, permission, purpose, persistence, perseverance• add joy as a core success metricHighlights:0:00Slowing Down To Succeed0:21Framing Elite Achievement4:08Making Self-Care Non-Negotiable8:02Defining Your Self-Care Floor12:04Calendar Design And Wiggle Room15:57Beyond Perfectionism And The Bike Lane20:38Base Camps, Not Summits In A Day25:53Circadian Rhythm And Second Winds30:00Night Unplugging And Nervous System33:28Micro-Practices For Recovery37:42Weekends, Boundaries, And RefuelingInterested in 1:1 Coaching?Kristin partners with high-performing financial advisors, leaders, and business owners who are ready to lead with more clarity, focus, and intention.Clients often come to her with a strong vision, but they aren't sure how to close the gap between where they are now and where they want to go. Many are navigating a season of growth, stepping into expanded leadership, or realizing they've outgrown their current systems and ways of working.They know they're capable of more and want a strategic thought partner to help them get there, someone who will ask the tough questions, create space to think deeply, and offer a proven process for turning ambition into meaningful progress.If this sounds like the kind of partnership you've been craving, email meet@kristinburke.com to learn more and connect.Connect with Kristin

Staying humble and connected to God is the key to true strength. Today, Joyce shares how abiding in Him keeps us fruitful, humble, and growing through every season of life.

Cornell Mack reveals his intentional one-crew business model for maximum control and profitability, while Paul Jamison breaks down the honest advantages and trade-offs of running a solo lawn care operation. Rehlko Engines - Guiness World Records Attempt

In this episode, Clay and Brenda Hicks share a candid look at marriage, family, and faith under the weight of a high-risk calling. Clay shares some unbelievable stories from his years in federal law enforcement, while Brenda offers perspective on holding a home together when his job is unpredictable. Together, they reflect on the tension between danger and devotion and how God's sovereignty provides stability when everything else feels uncertain.They speak honestly about building unity in marriage amid pressure, protecting their kids' peace, and learning to rest in God's control when outcomes can't be managed. It's a grounded conversation about resilience, obedience, and the steadying presence of faith when life refuses to stay steady.Staying Faithful in the FBI (Parts 1&2)Send us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Bradley Taylor is the founder of The Donut Trap, a donut, coffee, and ice cream shop in Saint Paul, Minnesota. After returning home from college in Los Angeles, he noticed the lack of quality donuts in his community and set out to fill that gap. What began as an idea has grown into both a storefront and a donut vending machine. Beyond serving sweets, Bradley is dedicated to empowering Black youth and people of color to explore and pursue entrepreneurship.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and background 4:37 Building The Donut Trap 7:54 Overcoming nerves 10:41 Opening a storefront 13:01 Expanding into vending machines 18:43 Creating the branding and mission 21:46 Work-life balance 23:25 Staying creative 24:35 Staying involved in the community 26:53 Looking to the future 27:36 Reflecting on the business 29:46 Advice for other entrepreneurs 30:46 Closing and contact

When entrepreneurs retire from their businesses, it doesn't always result in the freedom they imagined. In this episode, Tricia Wingerter shares why structure, teamwork, and purpose matter just as much after retirement—and how discovering your Unique Ability® and staying in contribution aren't just good for business, but for your mind, energy, and happiness too. Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode:Why Tricia didn't see herself as an entrepreneur until joining Strategic Coach®.How Tricia unlocked the skills and confidence needed to hire the right people.What entrepreneurs might unintentionally give up when they step away from meaningful work.How a family illness inspired Tricia to purchase her Visiting Angels home care agency.Show Notes:The Strategic Coach® Program allows already ambitious people to become more ambitious. Choosing work you love and do best keeps your brain sharp, engaged, and full of energy. Spot someone doing outstanding work? Acknowledging and celebrating it is a sign of real leadership. Retirement doesn't have a set age or template—your path is your own. All of your problems, discouragements, and heartaches are great opportunities in disguise. When entrepreneurs stop growing and contributing, boredom sets in fast. Retirement often feels very different, and sometimes much emptier, than most entrepreneurs expect. Too much unstructured time can leave even the busiest people restless or blue. Discovering and honoring your Unique Ability® validates what you do best and brings energy back to your work. There's no rulebook for when or how to step back—keep growing as long as you want to grow. Structure, teamwork, and deadlines give meaning and momentum to day-to-day life, even after “retirement.” Staying focused in your Unique Ability isn't just good for your business, it keeps your mind fresh and your purpose strong. Fulfillment comes from contribution, not withdrawal. When you feel lost or bored, helping others and pursuing your mission can reignite your spark. Valuing your strengths, asking others for help, and building a team you trust makes leadership a richer, more collaborative adventure. There's no one way for entrepreneurs to age; finding purpose every day is the true marker of success. Resources:Unique Ability® How To Foster A Longevity Mindset & Reap The Benefits EOS® My Plan For Living To 156 by Dan Sullivan Who Not How by Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy

What does it look like when a nation faces God's judgment? In today's message, Pastor Mark draws parallels between Isaiah's time and America today. Just as Israel faced consequences for straying, America may be entering a season of divine judgment. These signs aren't hidden; they stand out clearly. God's judgment isn't about destruction but a call to turn back to Him. His correction aims to restore, not condemn. God can guide a nation or a heart back to righteousness. Facing judgment means facing His love, too. Staying faithful in such times keeps you anchored. How do you hold onto faith when judgment is near?

Pat Dennigan, CEO of Focus Ireland, outlines the details of their No Child Without a Home Campaign. Peter O'Connell, Reporter, speaks to 21-year old, Katie Wallace, whose family lost their home in January last year.

Are you thinking about purchasing your next short-term rental property? In today's episode, I'm talking through every step of the process in finding our next rental: Elysian, the dome house. I'm sharing how I found the property, what expenses I researched beforehand, and how we even ended up staying the night to experience the rental ourselves. Time-stamps:Searching for our next short-term rental (1:53)Finding the Dome House (4:48)Researching the property (8:03)Accessing the P&Ls (11:46)Co-hosting Services (13:45)The perfect getaway location (15:04)Staying at the property prior to purchase (15:59)Reviewing the reviews with ChatGPT (21:22)Double-checking the utilities and zoning laws (22:35)Mentioned in This Episode:Co-hosting Services: www.brandandmarket.co/cohosting The offer sheet daily: theoffersheet.comConnect with Ali: Website: brandandmarket.coInstagram: instagram.com/brandandmarket.co

Episode 220: For decades, the phrase “follow your dream” has been stitched into graduation speeches, greeting cards and social-media pep talks. But what if that familiar advice is doing more harm than good? Hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada challenge one of America’s most cherished bits of wisdom. Drawing inspiration from a syndicated column by journalist Dick Meyer, the pair consider whether the pursuit of a singular passion has left too many people anxious, disillusioned or convinced that ordinary success isn’t enough. Kyte argues that telling every young person to chase a dream sets them up for frustration. “Most people don’t have one burning passion at 18,” he said, noting that interests shift and mature over time. Far better, he suggests, to focus on becoming useful, developing skills and finding work that contributes to others’ well-being. Rada shares his own early ambitions — becoming a baseball announcer or a TV meteorologist — and how those seemingly unattainable dreams eventually resurfaced in unexpected ways. The hosts also examine the modern pressure on college students to declare majors and find direction early, even as industries change faster than ever. They discuss the idea of a “growth mindset,” coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, which emphasizes adaptability and resilience over fixed talent or destiny. Both agree that in a world reshaped by technology and automation, curiosity may be the most important skill of all. By the episode’s end, Rada and Kyte reach a thoughtful conclusion: Purpose isn’t a finish line but a moving target. Staying curious, taking on new challenges and investing in relationships often lead to deeper satisfaction than chasing the perfect career ever could.

Get your tickets to Growth Now Summit LIVE! today: www.growthnowsummit.com  In this live episode recorded in New Orleans during the Skeleton KeyMastermind, I sit down with Roberto Candelaria for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation about one of the most underrated keys to success: willingness. Roberto's story is one of true transformation. After hitting rock bottom, he rebuilt his income, redefined his purpose, and created a business where he gets paid to be fully himself. His new book, "The Willingness Factor," breaks down how saying yes to discomfort, opportunity, and growth can completely change the trajectory of your life. In our conversation, we explore what it really means to be willing.....not just interested or motivated, but ready to take action even when fear or uncertainty shows up. Roberto shares how shifting his mindset around failure and discomfort allowed him to unlock new levels of confidence, clarity, and flow. We also dive into the science and psychology of flow state, that sweet spot where your skills and challenges align perfectly, allowing you to perform at your highest level. From dealing with imposter syndrome to finding peace in the process, Roberto's insights will challenge you to step fully into your own growth journey. This episode is filled with practical wisdom and real-life examples that will inspire you to take ownership of your path, trust your instincts, and find power in your willingness to show up. Plus, we preview Roberto's upcoming keynote at the Growth Now Summit Live, where he'll be sharing even more lessons from his journey. In This Episode, You'll Learn: What it means to live with willingness and take action even when it's uncomfortable How to overcome reluctance, fear, and limiting beliefs that hold you back The difference between growth and trauma, and how to identify both How to create flow in your life by aligning your skills and challenges Why revising your personal story is essential for long-term success Practical strategies for staying consistent, confident, and curious on your growth journey How Roberto built a business model around authenticity and self-expression Key Moments: 00:00 – Introduction and Setup 03:02 – "The Willingness Factor" and Roberto's Journey 05:08 – Facing Discomfort and Choosing Growth 12:36 – Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Creating Your Path 20:37 – Understanding and Sustaining Flow 30:42 – Dealing with Imposter Syndrome 36:42 – Practical Tips for Staying in Flow 37:31 – Final Reflections and Growth Now Summit Preview

Check out this gnarly episode of the Get Thrifty Podcast with host Maggie Scivicque and her guest Jessie! It's all about 80s cool: MTV, power ballads, acid wash jeans, cassette tapes, the icon Casey Kashem, and so much tubular goodness!    SHOW NOTES: Sharing her love of all things '80s; it isn't just a fashion choice! All about the resurgence of vintage '80s-era fashion and décor! Selling on Depop, and why it's sometimes hard to give up some of her gems! Staying true to the era, being true to herself, and staying "out of her head." Her love of Stranger Things and how she weaves its themes into her content. Thrifting = Dancing to your own drum! Making her home a museum, paying homage to her favorite decade!

this episode is a real-time snapshot of what happens before everything clicks — the messy middle between "I want to start a podcast" and a full blown brand being built.It's part of an ongoing series where I sit down with our client, Steve Sapourn of the Neuro's Journey, to capture what really happens behind the scenes as my podcast company Voice and Visibility helps him build his personal brand and own his story in real time.Together, we talk about the energy of visibility, the fear of being seen, and the moment when alignment begins to take shape. Steve shares how he's finding his authentic voice, shaping his message, and aligning who he is with what he's creating.If you've ever felt the call to share your story and your voice, this episode will meet you right where you are.02:00 The aspects of building a brand from scratch – with zero followers or visibility07:15 Facing the fear of visibility: Harnessing the energy shift that follows12:38 The inner work before the strategy18:50 Fighting through external validation while navigating the creative process25:00 Using life as your guru to find true brand alignment31:42 How to build momentum even when you feel vulnerable 58:00 Avoiding the trap of losing yourself: Staying true to your brand's purpose01:10:00 Steve's official podcast launch01:17:30 Celebrating alignment while being high on lifeRESOURCES + LINKSHop on my Newsletter to Watch Me Build My Podcast + Media Company, Voice and Visibility in public – https://voiceandvisibility.myflodesk.com/optinFollow Samantha on InstagramFollow Samantha on TiktokSubscribe on YoutubeConnect with Steve:The Neuro's Journey Podcast Launch Party 11/22/2025, Boulder COFollow Steve on Youtube

In hour 1 Andy and Randy get in to a great Hawks win over the Lakers, chat with Mike Conti about Hawks, and ATLUTD's new coaching hire, and congratulations Drake Baldwin!

In this two-part episode, land investor Nolan Lukasek shares how he went from drop shipping to building a profitable $100K land business in just 12 months. Starting with no real estate experience beyond a few side hustles, Nolan took the leap after hearing a podcast that changed his mindset, and never looked back. He breaks down how he sent his first 13,000 mailers, stayed consistent through slow months, and eventually found momentum by pivoting to cold calling and tracking the right KPIs.- How Nolan went from drop shipping to full-time land investing- The marketing shift that turned things around — mailers vs. cold calling- The KPIs and metrics that actually matter for scaling- How to manage leads, agencies, and follow-up like a pro- Why consistency and tracking beat luck in this businessWhat You'll Learn:- How Nolan went from dropshipping to full-time land investing- The marketing shift that turned things around — mailers vs. cold calling- The KPIs and metrics that actually matter for scaling- How to manage leads, agencies, and follow-up like a pro- Why consistency and tracking beat luck in this business================================ 

Description For many federal employees, deciding when to retire is one of the biggest financial and emotional choices you will ever face. In this All About FERS episode, Christian breaks down both the financial math and emotional reality of delaying retirement by just one year.    

Send us a textEpisode 198 - Why Needing to Be Right and Staying in Control Are Hurting Your Relationship with Your Adult Child"Why won't my adult child talk to me?" If you've found yourself asking that question, you're not alone—and this episode is for you.I'm Tina Gosney, family conflict coach and family life educator. In this special rebroadcast, I'm bringing back two powerful episodes because the messages inside them are so important. They highlight two common, but losing strategies in family relationships: the need to be right and the need to stay in control.These patterns show up in nearly every strained parent-adult child relationship, especially in families experiencing emotional distance, conflict, or even estrangement. If you're searching for how to reconnect with an estranged adult child or wondering how to fix a broken relationship with your adult child, this is where you start.Most parents don't realize they're relying on these strategies—but they often show up as walking on eggshells, trying to get your child to understand your point of view, or needing them to see you in a certain way. These are protective strategies, but they push your child further away.In this episode, you'll learn:How the need to be right can damage trust and lead to long-term disconnectionWhy trying to control how your adult child behaves, thinks, or sees you often backfiresWhat's happening in your brain that keeps you repeating these ineffective patternsHow to stop the cycle and start building a healthier, more respectful relationshipIf you've been asking “why does my child hate me?” or feel like “my adult child is pulling away,” this episode will help you understand what's really going on underneath those feelings—and what you can do about it.This is about more than just improving communication. It's about emotional maturity in parent-adult child dynamics, and learning to respond with grace and strength—so you can create connection without control.Let's Connect: If you're tiredDownload the Free Guide: “The 3-Step Solution to Keeping Your Cool Around Family Holiday Drama” Holidays can stir up old patterns and emotions—this guide will help you stay grounded and respond with grace.Grab your copy here: DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE Ready to learn how to manage your emotional reactions? Calm Core is your guide:Being able to manage your emotional reactions to others is a vital step in repairing family relationshipsCLICK HERE TO SEE CALM CORE Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tinagosneycoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinagosneycoaching ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tina is certified in family relationships and a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information on coaching services.

Send us a textLearn how to stay in love in marriage through daily intentionality, self-growth, and simple habits that keep connection alive.In this final episode of the Falling Back in Love series, Christine Bongiovanni-Stiff shares what it really takes to stay in love in marriage once the spark returns.Drawing from her own story and five seasons of facilitating Re|Engage, Christine explores how daily intentionality, emotional safety, and self-awareness help couples build lasting connection. You'll learn simple daily rituals, how to navigate disconnection with grace, and how to become each other's safe place over time.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction: The Power of Falling Back in Love00:26 – The Challenge of Staying in Love01:02 – Series Conclusion and Episode Overview01:47 – Welcome to Awaken You Podcast03:20 – Re|Engage Marriage Ministry Experience06:20 – Building Lasting Habits for Love07:55 – The Importance of Self-Examination12:00 – Daily Rituals to Nurture Love15:39 – Handling Disconnection with Grace17:23 – Creating Safety and Trust in Marriage19:48 – Commitment to Growth and LoveListen now, follow the show, and share this episode with someone who needs hope that lasting love is possible.CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving RelationshipUnlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! Start feeling more connected and loved in your marriage today with my free Reclaim More Love in Just 3 Days process. This process will have you learning how to shift your focus, in a healthy way, and nurture thoughts that build connection and transform how you feel about your marriage. More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings.Book your free Courageous Love Conversation here.InstagramFac...

MY NEWSLETTER - https://nikolas-newsletter-241a64.beehiiv.com/subscribeJoin me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Ryan Bartlett, founder and CEO of True Classic (https://x.com/@RyanBartlett)From failed musician and poker player to billion-dollar t-shirt brand founder, Ryan Bartlett's entrepreneurial journey is proof it's never too late to start a business. In this episode, we explore how Ryan built True Classic from zero to over $100 million in revenue in just two years, selling 30+ million t-shirts and becoming one of the fastest-growing e-commerce brands in the apparel industry.Questions This Episode Answers:Is it too late to start a business in your 30s or 40s?How do you pivot from a failed career into successful entrepreneurship?What skills from music and poker translate to building a billion-dollar business?How did True Classic grow from $0 to $100M in just two years?What is the "white space opportunity" strategy for finding winning business ideas?How do you identify which business idea to pursue (the "fat pitch" method)?When should you transition from founder-operator to hiring a CEO?How do you scale a team from scrappy generalists to specialized experts?What role does creativity play in winning at e-commerce and digital marketing?How do you build risk tolerance for making big inventory and business bets?What are the three core problems True Classic solved in the t-shirt market?How do you compete in a "boring" or saturated industry like apparel?How important are co-founders vs. going solo as an entrepreneur?What's the best way to test products cheaply using drop shipping?How do Facebook ads and paid media drive D2C brand growth?Why do employees quit without warning and how do you prevent it?How will AI tools like Sora change marketing and ad creative production?Should entrepreneurs use AI video generation for Facebook advertising now?What's True Classic's expansion strategy (women's line, new products)?How do you balance profit with purpose and philanthropic impact?__________________________Love it or hate it, I'd love your feedback.Please fill out this brief survey with your opinion or email me at nik@cofounders.com with your thoughts.__________________________MY NEWSLETTER: https://nikolas-newsletter-241a64.beehiiv.com/subscribeSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/5avyu98yApple: https://tinyurl.com/bdxbr284YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/nikonomicsYT__________________________This week we covered:00:00 – Intro: Who is Ryan Bartlett / True Classic story03:05 – Failing in music & poker for a decade10:08 – Moving from poker to digital marketing12:25 – Creativity becomes a business advantage14:49 – Compounding skills over 10+ years17:14 – Running a $1M/year marketing agency22:01 – Solving fit, feel, and price in clothing24:19 – Why boring industries have big opportunity26:44 – The bet that launched True Classic31:33 – Leveraging experience & risk tolerance33:57 – Scaling to $100M and needing a real team36:12 – Creatives vs Operators38:33 – Why people management is the hardest part40:45 – Staying in your area of strength43:12 – You don't need perfect planning to start45:33 – Failure builds the muscle47:57 – Creativity is the real advantage50:20 – AI + Sora + creativity for content55:02 – Sora is changing marketing

Staying motivated to exercise on a regular schedule can be challenging. Busy schedules fill up your time and also snap energy from you. This can easily add up to feeling too tired to motivate yourself to exercise. But staying the course for the long haul has so many benefits when it comes to living a long and healthy life. Thankfully there are a few tips you can try to incorporate into your weekly schedules that can help you stay motivated to exercise even when it feels like there just isn't enough time or energy to do so. In This Episode You Will Learn: 1). Some of the common reasons why people decide to quit exercising or lose motivation to exercise regularly. 2). How not seeing the kind of results you were expecting when you're started out exercising can be deflating and de-motivating. 3). The importance of remembering your "WHY" and how revisiting that regularly can help you stay motivated during challenging times. 4). How having a regular schedule written out or "plan" can be very helpful when it comes to staying on schedule with exercising. 5). Why it's important to set tangible goals with exercise that can help keep you accountable for your small wins which eventually add up to big wins over time. /// We hope the tips we've shared int this episode are helpful to you if you are finding it difficult to stay motivated to exercise. It can be challenging at times especially when busy schedules or unexpected circumstances can derail your motivation. Remembering to focus on the tips in this episode will hopefully help you during your own healthy life and fitness journey. Team MeredithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's message, Francis Chan paints a picture of what the Church was always meant to be - a family where every member brings their gifts, their stories, and their brokenness into the light. He shares how honesty, humility, and repentance create space for God's Spirit to move and bring real revival. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 1 and the book of Job, Francis reminds us that God's comfort in suffering is never wasted; it's meant to be shared with others. If you've ever wrestled with shame, questioned God's fairness, or struggled to make sense of suffering, this episode will remind you that the story always ends with God, the Creator, who holds the clay in His hands and is worthy of our trust, even when life doesn't make sense.

Clay Hicks joins us again to talk through the hard-earned lessons that shaped his understanding of God's sovereignty in the midst of chaos. From active shooter responses to years embedded with special operations, Clay shares how faith and humility kept him grounded when nothing was certain. We explore what it means to trust providence without surrendering responsibility and how Clay made decisions with a conscience anchored in something higher. This episode is a grounded conversation about moral clarity, justice, and the sovereignty of God on the front lines and in everyday life.Staying Faithful in the FBI | Interview with Clay HicksNo Sanity Stories | Gospel Hope Through Combat & Trauma pt. 125-Day Advent Bible StudySend us a textPlease leave a review on Apple or Spotify to help improve No Sanity Required and help others grow in their faith. Click here to get our Colossians Bible study.

Torres reacts to a WILD weekend in college sports, as Indiana, Oregon and Bama survive + Texas Tech has its big moment! Also, has Mark Stoops done enough to stay at Kentucky for another season? And finally he wraps talking college hoops, as Michigan State holds on against Arkansas, Caleb Wilson has his moment against Kansas and Alabama... GOODNESS! Indiana, Oregon, Alabama survive + A&M KEEPS rolling (2:00): Torres opens the show by ripping through the big stories in college football - Indiana survives, as Fernando Mendoza has his Heisman moment! Plus, Oregon holds on and so does Alabama - as Texas A&M keeps STEAM ROLLING the competition. Are they the best team in college football? Texas Tech's big moment (27:00): From there, Torres talks Texas Tech's big moment - as the Red Raiders took down BYU in a Top 10 showdown. This game wasn't about BYU being overrated but Texas Tech - and it's defense being ELITE - and it's time to give them the respect they deserve! Mark Stoops staying at Kentucky (40:00): In the last football story of the day, Torres talks Kentucky's dominant win over Florida. A few weeks ago it seemed like Mark Stoops would be out at the end of the year - but has he done enough to save his job? Weekend college hoops (55:00): Finally, Torres wraps by talking weekend college hoops. Michigan State survives Arkansas - as Hogs fans should be frustrated about one big thing. UNC topples Kansas - is Caleb Wilson the best freshman in the sport? Plus, Alabama tops St. John's in a thriller at Madison Square Garden! Circa is the OFFICIAL hotel and gaming partner of the Aaron Torres Podcast: Check out their NEW sportsbook in Franklin, Kentucky or visit their Las Vegas property! Want to watch your favorite college football team or get tickets to ANY big game - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Also, thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Caulipuffs, the healthy, yet delicious snack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ that is taking over Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Uber moves more than 36 million trips a day, a scale that would overwhelm most systems. But as AI reshapes every corner of business, even a tech giant like Uber must evolve faster than ever. The real question is, how do you lead an organization this massive through an AI revolution without losing reliability, human connection, or trust? In this episode, I sit down with Praveen Neppalli Naga, Uber's Chief Technology Officer for Mobility and Delivery, to explore the leadership blueprint driving Uber's AI-powered transformation. He shares how Uber is transforming its software engineering systems using tools like Cursor and agentic AI workflows, integrating machine learning into real-time marketplace technology, and balancing automation with human oversight to avoid what he calls "AI slop." We also dive into how his teams are preparing for autonomous vehicles, managing global scale across 36 million daily trips, and rethinking the engineering culture to adopt AI responsibly and sustainably. For CHROs, this episode reveals how to lead large-scale transformation by aligning people, technology, and purpose, and how to build a culture where AI doesn't replace human capability, but amplifies it.   ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/ Future-ready organizations are built, not hoped for. My latest book, -The 8 Laws of Employee Experience shows how. Preorder here: 8EXLaws.com

Alidad Hamidi: When Silence Becomes Your Most Powerful Coaching Tool Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "I purposefully designed a moment of silence. Staying in the anxiety of being silenced. Do not interrupt the team. Put the question there, let them come up with a solution. It is very hard. But very effective." - Alidad Hamidi   Alidad walked into what seemed like a straightforward iteration manager role—what some use, instead of Scrum Master. The organization was moving servers to the cloud, a transformation with massive implications. When leadership briefed him on the team's situation, they painted a clear picture of challenges ahead. Yet when Alidad asked the team directly about the transformation's impact, the response was uniform: "Nothing."   But Alidad knew better. After networking with other teams, he discovered the truth—this team maintained software generating over half a billion dollars in revenue, and the transformation would fundamentally change their work. When he asked again, silence filled the room. Not the comfortable silence of reflection, but the heavy silence of fear and mistrust. Most facilitators would have filled that void with words, reassurance, or suggestions. Alidad did something different—he waited. And waited. For what felt like an eternity, probably a full minute, he stood in that uncomfortable silence, about to leave the room.   Then something shifted. One team member picked up a pen. Then another joined in. Suddenly, the floodgates opened. Debates erupted, ideas flew, and the entire board filled with impacts and concerns. What made the difference? Before that pivotal moment, Alidad had invested in building relationships—taking the team to lunch, standing up for them when managers blamed them for support failures, showing through his actions that he genuinely cared. The team saw that he wasn't there to tell them how to do their jobs. They started to trust that this silence wasn't manipulation—it was genuine space for their voices. This moment taught Alidad a profound lesson about Open Systems Theory and Socio-Technical systems—sometimes the most powerful intervention is creating space and having the courage to hold it.   Self-reflection Question: When was the last time you designed a moment of silence for your team, and what held you back from making it longer?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

What if your wall calendar transformed the way you run your business? I know a wall calendar might not sound thrilling, but hear me out. In this episode, I'm walking you through how I made the big wall calendar in my office become one of the most helpful tools I've used all year in my business. As a mom of three navigating maternity leave, shifting seasons, and ambitious business goals, this simple, low-tech solution gave me clarity and traction in a chaotic year.In this Episode:How I tracked business metrics visually to stay grounded during transitionsWhy documenting wins and published content helped me feel more accomplishedThe specific ways I used my wall calendar to stay aligned with my goalsToday's episode is brought to you by Forewarn:If you often meet clients in private homes or unfamiliar places, FOREWARN helps you verify identities and assess risk before meeting in person. Just enter a phone number for instant identity information — visit forewarn.com to learn how you can prepare and stay safe.Find It Quickly: 02:23 - Challenges of Planning as a Business Owner and Mom05:13 - The New Wall Calendar System for 202507:38 - Specific Uses of the Wall Calendar11:16 - Tracking Metrics and Celebrating Wins16:49 - Planning Ahead with Notion and Low-Tech ToolsMentioned in this Episode:Episode 136: Planning For a Maternity Leave as a Self-Employed Business OwnerEpisode 99: How to Prepare as a Small Business Owner for Maternity Leave or Time OffAmazon Wall CalendarsNotionIf you're enjoying the content we're creating on the podcast and want to connect with others who are called to both, make sure you come join us in the PhotoBoss® with Joy Michelle Facebook Group! Join Now >>

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If you've ever felt like pressing pause on your career made you less ambitious, this Motherkind Moment will help you see it differently. In this short but powerful clip, author and founder of Mother Untitled, Neha Ruch, explains why stepping back from paid work doesn't mean stepping away from growth. She reframes motherhood as a “power pause”, a chapter that can expand your sense of self, deepen your values, and open new possibilities, rather than close them. I chose this moment because it captures one of the most freeing ideas from our full conversation: that ambition doesn't disappear in motherhood, it just evolves. Neha reminds us that caring for others is still work, that our worth isn't tied to a job title, and that pressing pause can be an act of power, not loss. If you liked this moment, listen to the full episode: Work Series: The Truth About Stepping Back from your career — And Coming Back even Stronger, with Neha Ruch Remember to subscribe to Motherkind — it helps more mothers find the show and keeps our community growing. Ready to feel like yourself again? Download your FREE Matrescence Cheat Sheet Connect with Zoe: Follow Zoe on Instagram  Get Zoe's Sunday Times bestselling book, 'Motherkind: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations' This Motherkind episode is sponsored by: Headline sponsor Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women's supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply. For a £100 sponsored job credit, visit Indeed.com/ Motherkind Get 40% off a Calm premium subscription at calm.com/motherkind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Fearless Sellers podcast, host Joie Roberts speaks with Hitha Herzog, chief research officer at H Squared Research, about the current landscape of retail intelligence and consumer behavior. They discuss key trends that Amazon sellers need to be aware of, including the resilience of consumers, the importance of understanding credit card spending, and the role of influencers in shaping purchasing decisions. Herzog emphasizes the need for sellers to marry brand performance with data insights and to leverage AI for dynamic pricing strategies. The conversation also touches on the missed opportunities in Amazon storefronts and the importance of staying informed about market trends to succeed in the competitive retail environment.   Takeaways Retail sales in the U.S. grew by 5% year over year, exceeding expectations. Consumers are resilient despite economic uncertainties, particularly older generations. Gen Z and millennials are more cautious with credit card spending due to limited savings. Amazon sellers should focus on credit card spending trends to inform their strategies. Marrying brand messaging with performance data is crucial for long-term success. Influencers continue to play a significant role in consumer purchasing decisions. Dynamic pricing on Amazon can change rapidly, requiring sellers to stay agile. AI can help sellers optimize their pricing strategies and marketing efforts. Sellers should analyze geographic demographics to better target their products. Staying informed through business news is essential for understanding market trends.  

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Send us a textIn today's episode of Evolve Ventures, we open up about the truth behind toxic relationships, why we stay longer than we should, and how guilt can actually become one of your greatest teachers. Together, we peel back the layers of shame, scarcity, and self-blame to show how transformation begins when you finally stop running from yourself. This isn't just our story, it's all of ours. Listen now and learn how to turn guilt into growth.Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today's conversation:#405 | How Parents Emotionally Trap You (Without Realizing It) - https://apple.co/4nN2xvo #449 | How to Know If a Relationship is Safe - https://apple.co/3JQxnVQEvolve Together Experiences:

Today On With Mario Lopez – We breakdown the Goop holiday gift guide, get to a 90's themed random question, details on how you can actually stay at the ' A Christmas Story' house, the latest buzz and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dan and Mason take a hard look at the realities of today's land market — from slowing deal flow to shifting buyer psychology. As the year winds down, they unpack what “normalization” really means for investors and why it's not necessarily bad news. The two explore how operators can stay profitable even as volume cools, highlighting the difference between reactive sellers and disciplined acquirers who keep pipelines alive when everyone else pulls back.They break down the anatomy of consistent deal flow, how to qualify leads, nurture them through smart drip campaigns, and build systems that make follow-up second nature. From the importance of returning every call to creating a framework that tracks every lead source, Dan and Mason show how small operational habits often separate six-figure flippers from those who burn out.The conversation then dives deep into the structure of seller financing — the legal protections, the red flags, and why due diligence matters more than ever when buyers bring low capital or spotty credit. You'll hear hard-won lessons from real deals that went sideways and how to avoid them through strong notes, trust deeds, and meaningful down payments.Tune in to learn how top land investors adapt to shifting markets, structure smarter deals, and stay motivated long after the excitement fades.===Key Topics:-Adapting to changing market conditions and slower deal flow-Building consistent lead follow-up systems that capture missed opportunities-Structuring safe and profitable seller financing deals-Staying motivated through long timelines and delayed payoffs-Transitioning from small flips to larger, riskier opportunities-Accurate pricing in rural counties with few comparables===

Today, it's virtual production on-location, Gaussian Splatting, and Sora 2 (00:00). Peter welcomes Barnabas Csutak to explore how tools like Gaussian Splatting are streamlining remote workflows and cutting costs for filmmakers during Pre-Production (04:10). Then, Barnabas shares real-world use cases —from feature films to cultural heritage preservation —showing the impact of these technologies (32:32). Finally, Peter and Daniel Mallek, from Vū Technologies, unload their anxieties about Sora 2 (50:07).Barnabas Csutak is the Growth Director and Producer of District Cinema.You can learn more about Barnabas and connect on LinkedIn.Follow the Virtually Everything! Podcast on Instagram.If you want to send an email with feedback or show suggestions, you can reach us at virtually.everything@vustudio.com.Otherwise you can:Find Peter on LinkedIn.Here's the 20% you need to know about this episode:Virtual production is making traditional location scouting obsolete and slashing costs.Gaussian Splatting lets filmmakers plan, block, and measure sets remotely—no travel required.Pre-production can now be done virtually, saving time, money, and reducing risk.AI tools are blurring the line between real and synthetic content—raising creative and ethical questions.The industry is split: embrace AI for speed and creativity, or worry about authenticity and trust.Staying ahead means mastering new tech and keeping a critical eye on what's real.-------------The Virtually Everything! Podcast is presented by Vū Technologies. #VuStudio #ContentAtTheSpeedOfThoughtBye for now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sermon Title: Sleepy Night Night Date: November 9, 2025 Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Sermon Series: Faithful to the End Speaker: Sam CasseseWe've all seen it — someone fighting sleep and losing. Eyes droop, head nods, the battle's over. Staying awake can be hard, especially when you're tired. But what about spiritually?In a world that lulls us with comfort and distraction, Paul calls the church to wake up and live alert to what's really coming. Are you awake... or just dreaming with your eyes open?

Even in uncertainty, you can still rise.

To Health With That! Podcast Season 5, Episode 5. Thank you so much to Tony for generously sharing his story - the full interview was fabulous and included much more than we could put in one podcast episode, so we broke it into two. In this episode, Tony continues to share with the idea of MTHFR being a rebirth, new information he has about a tumor and his concerns about folate and tumor growth, and questions about MTHFR and anesthesia.00:00 - Introduction00:43 - Manageable steps01:07 - Symptom tracking01:23 - Staying in control (or not).02:03 - MTHFR as a rebirth02:45 - tumor03:10 - folate and tumor growth04:40 - Do we get enough B12 from food06:15 - B12 and lithium rotate07:15 - MTHFR and detox09:42 - mental health struggles and folic acid10:31 - MTHFR and anesthesia11:11 - MTHFR and nitrous oxide and preparing for surgery12:32 - MTHFR and antibiotics13:33 - Building back good gut floraThanks so much for watching! I have so many other resources for you. Here is the full version of this interview: https://youtu.be/SZmHnyCKd8UIf you would like to tell your own MTHFR story, you can schedule with Dr. Amy here: ⁠https://calendly.com/amy-tohealthwiththat/new-meeting⁠Check out the website first for lots of FREE stuff:WEBSITE: https://tohealthwiththat.com/ You can now Pre-order the book MTHFR Easy: Get Healthy For Life. https://www.amazon.com/MTHFR-Get-Started-Guide-Healthy-ebook/dp/B0FLFCY1YQ/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3E616JJOYSA12&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7WXbrOZ6vkAu5Ncg9lJLavpPvim_O1kOvqp3LTim_snTq6Gahvu-NhWvC1mZurA6.XnOpY_FYGI_DbfEx9NmEwRrSM2USTXkw_HTykBFrMtw&dib_tag=se&keywords=amy+neuzil&qid=1755710249&sprefix=amy+neuzil%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-2 Look for Kindle, audiobook, and paperback versions also to be released on October 24, 2025.GENETIC ROCKSTARS (an MTHFR, methylation, and genetics community): https://community.tohealthwiththat.comThis story was shared graciously and generously with permission to post on the podcast, Youtube, and in print if that happens in the future.

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Neuroscience shows that expecting bad things actually blinds your brain to good ones. Staying open isn't weakness - it's strategic intelligence. Fear closes the door; curiosity keeps it cracked open just enough for magic to walk in. The art is simple: trust life without needing to predict it. You're safest when you're alive, not defended.

There are moments when the pain feels too deep to describe — when every step forward feels impossible and healing seems out of reach. In this episode, I'm speaking directly to those of you who are there right now, carrying heartbreak that feels unbearable. I'll walk with you through the truth about pain — how it's not a sign that you're broken, but a sacred invitation to healing. You'll learn why pain isn't an interruption to your growth, but the very doorway to it. Together, we'll explore how to stop circling your wounds and instead tend to them with compassion, so that the pain can finally release what's ready to be freed. If you're tired, scared, or wondering if you'll ever feel peace again, this episode is for you. Take a breath, lean in, and remember — you don't have to do this alone. Healing begins when you stop abandoning yourself and let others walk beside you. Takeaways: Pain is not proof of brokenness — it's a signal to heal. Avoiding pain prolongs suffering; facing it opens peace. Healing requires compassion, patience, and presence. You don't have to heal alone — support is available. If this episode resonates, I'd love to help you on your healing journey. Reach out or join my next class at https://andreagiles.com/. More from me: Please leave a rating and review if you like our podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/healfrominfidelity Sign up for the $47 class "Decide: How to Commit to Staying or Going After Infidelity" here: https://portal.andreagiles.com/decide Apply to join the "Get Your Life Back After Infidelity" group program here: https://andreagiles.com/get-your-life-back/ Follow me on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/theinfidelitycoach/ Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes! For transcripts and other available downloads, please visit my website at https://andreagiles.com/podcast/ © 2020 - 2025 Andrea Giles

On this episode, Dagan Van Oosten, one of the co-founders of Nomadic Research shares the story behind the brand and their incredibly well-priced and well-built products.  There is no shortage of options in today's outdoor gear market. But, how do you really know whether you're buying something that will live up to the marketing hype and promises? Are you really getting what you paid for or being duped by buzzwords and slick content?   If you've never heard of Nomadic Research, it's a brand that's worth a hard look, especially if your lifestyle spans a variety of outdoor pursuits and adventures. Dagan and his co-founder are proof that when you put the end-user first, good things happen.  NOTABLE QUOTES:  "What Matt and I are trying to do is build a brand but moreover trust, and gain trust in our followers, in our customers and build that community through that trust."  @nomadic_research  @realhubb_mccann  ---------------------------  DEALS & PARTNERS:  For over 100 years Leica has set the standard for premium optics. From spotting scopes to binoculars, rifle scopes and the new CRF MAX rangefinders, Leica is the choice for those who accept no compromises.  Don't miss out on Canada's best mountain hunting and conservation expo! The 2026 Wild Sheep Society of BC's Salute to Conservation Mountain Hunting Expo will sell out fast. Get your tickets now!  onX Hunt is the most powerful 3D mapping solution for hunters. Get your FREE trial today. If you're already a member, check out the exclusive offers and perks available when you upgrade to an Elite Member.   Tired of gut rotting instant coffee? Check out This Is Coffee and get yourself some great instant coffee for when you're in the backcountry or on the road.  ---------------------------  SUPPORT WILD SHEEP:  Go to Wild Sheep Foundation to find a membership option that suits your budget and commitment to wild sheep.  Go to Wild Sheep Society of BC to become a member, enter raffles, buy merch and support BC's wild sheep populations.  SUPPORT MOUNTAIN GOATS:  Go to Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance to find a membership option that suits your budget and commitment to conserving mountain goats and their habitat.   

Girlfriend, if you've fallen in your recovery - if you've had a setback, slipped back into old behaviors, or feel like you're not where you "should" be - this episode is for you. This morning, Lindsey was walking her 7-year-old son Blake to school when he fell hard while skipping in Crocs. Through his tears, he looked up and said, "I guess I shouldn't skip so fast to school." And in that moment, Lindsey realized something profound: Sometimes the fall is required. Not because we want to hurt, but because without the fall, we wouldn't learn any other way. In this vulnerable episode, Lindsey shares her own painful fall in recovery - when she was lying to her treatment team, telling everyone she was "doing the things" while secretly still restricting out of fear. Her results weren't matching her actions, and she felt defeated. But that fall? It became her turning point. Drawing from her figure skating background (landing her first double loop took countless falls), Lindsey reveals why falls aren't failures - they're required education. She addresses the shame that comes with relapsing, gives you permission to be right where you are, and shows you how to get back up without beating yourself up. If you've been too afraid to risk falling or too ashamed to get back up, this episode will change everything. In This Episode, You'll Hear: Blake's Fall: The Morning Walk to School How her 7-year-old fell hard while skipping in Crocs The mama moment of dusting him off and helping him up His profound realization: "I guess I shouldn't skip so fast" Why she knew he needed that fall to learn The parallel to recovery that changed her perspective Lindsey's Recovery Fall: The Painful Truth When she was lying to her treatment team about doing "the things" The internal defeat of results not matching actions One side wanting weight gain, the other side feeling betrayed and terrified Beating herself up for not being "further along" The turning point: getting real and honest with herself Why that fall propelled her forward more than smooth sailing ever could The Figure Skating Metaphor: Landing the Double Loop Falling over and over trying to land her first double loop jump How each fall taught her something new (angle, timing, fear, adjustment) Why it became her favorite jump BECAUSE of the falls, not in spite of them The parallel: recovery is learning a jump you've never done before The Shame of Falling in Recovery Why Blake was embarrassed when he fell (other kids watching, teacher saw) The truth: shame isn't about the fall, it's what you make it mean about you Your fall doesn't mean you're a failure, weak, or not worth the effort It just means you're learning Why Lindsey eventually saw her falls as necessary How falls are setups for breakthroughs, not just setbacks You Are Right Where You Need to Be Not where you want to be, but where you need to be You can't skip ahead or bypass the lesson The truth: you can't change what you won't acknowledge You can't heal what you won't feel You can't grow without falling The fall isn't the end of your story - it's the beginning of your breakthrough Key Takeaways: ✨ Sometimes the fall is required - without it, we wouldn't learn any other way ✨ Falls aren't failures, they're required education - each one teaches you something ✨ Shame isn't about the fall - it's about what you're making the fall mean about you ✨ You are right where you need to be - not where you want to be, but exactly where you need to be to learn and grow ✨ You can't change what you won't acknowledge - getting honest is the first step to getting back up ✨ The fall is setup for your breakthrough - not a setback, but preparation for progress ✨ Recovery is learning a jump you've never done before - of course you're going to fall multiple times ✨ Staying stuck is its own kind of fall - it's just slower, more painful, and doesn't teach you anything ✨ You don't have to get up alone - reach out for help, let someone stoop down to your level Powerful Quotes from This Episode: "Sometimes the fall is required. Not because I want you to hurt, but because without the fall, we wouldn't learn any other way" "I guess I shouldn't skip so fast to school" - Blake, age 7 "I was telling everyone I was doing the things, but in reality I wasn't because I was scared" "The results weren't matching my actions and I felt so defeated internally" "One side of me wanted weight gain because I knew I needed it. The other side felt betrayed and terrified" "That fall was my turning point. Once I got real and honest with myself, I could finally do something about it" "I fell SO many times trying to land that double loop. It became my favorite jump not in spite of the falls, but BECAUSE of them" "The falls weren't failures. The falls were required education" "The shame isn't about the fall. The shame is about what you're making the fall mean about you" "Your fall doesn't mean you're a failure. It just means you're learning" "I eventually saw my falls as necessary. I don't think I would have made the progress I made without falling multiple times" "The falls weren't setbacks. They were setups for my breakthrough" "You are right where you need to be. Not where you want to be, but where you need to be" "You can't change what you won't acknowledge. You can't heal what you won't feel. You can't grow without falling" "The fall isn't the end of your story. It's the beginning of your breakthrough" "Recovery isn't about never falling. Recovery is about learning to get back up" "Staying stuck is its own kind of fall. It's just slower, more painful, and doesn't teach you anything" How to Get Back Up After You Fall: Step 1: Stop Beating Yourself Up Stop making the fall mean something about your worth. The fall is data. It's information. It's feedback. It's not a judgment on who you are. Step 2: Get Honest Really honest. With yourself first, then with your treatment team, support system, and your people. Say: "I fell. Here's where I am. Here's what I need." Step 3: Reach Out for Help Just like Lindsey stooped down to Blake's level to dust him off - you don't have to get up alone. In fact, you shouldn't. Let someone help you back up. Step 4: Take the Lesson Forward Blake learned not to skip so fast. What are YOU learning from this fall? What does this fall need to teach you that you couldn't have learned any other way? Step 5: Keep Moving Forward Maybe a little slower. Maybe a little more carefully. Maybe with more honesty this time. But keep going. Because recovery isn't about never falling - it's about learning to get back up. Questions to Reflect On: About Your Falls: Where have you fallen recently in your recovery? What is that fall trying to teach you? Are you making the fall mean something about your worth? Have you gotten honest about where you really are? About Growth: What fall might you need to RISK in order to grow? What must you go through in order to evolve? Are you staying stuck because you're too afraid to risk falling? What lesson can't you learn any other way except through falling? Specific Scenarios: Maybe you've restricted when you said you wouldn't - what is that teaching you about your fear? Maybe you've isolated when you said you'd reach out - what is that teaching you about shame? Maybe you've lied to your treatment team - what is that teaching you about control? The Risk Question: Do you need to risk eating a fear food and falling into discomfort? Do you need to risk being honest and falling into vulnerability? Do you need to risk resting and falling into fear of losing control? Who This Episode Is For: This episode is essential listening if you: Have fallen or relapsed in your ED recovery recently Are lying to your treatment team about what you're really doing Feel ashamed about "falling again" in your recovery Beat yourself up for not being "further along" Think you're a failure because you keep slipping back Are too afraid to risk falling, so you stay stuck Feel defeated because your results don't match your stated actions Need permission to be imperfect in recovery Want to understand why falls are necessary, not shameful Are ready to get honest and finally change Have kids and relate to the parenting/learning moments Are a mom who sees your own journey in your child's lessons Important Truths About Falls in Recovery: Falls Are Not Failures: They're required education. Each fall teaches you something you couldn't learn any other way. The Length of Your Struggle Doesn't Matter: Whether this is your first fall or your hundredth, you can still get back up and keep going. Results Not Matching Actions Is a Sign: It means you're not being fully honest - with yourself or others. That realization IS the breakthrough. You Can't Skip the Lesson: Just like Blake couldn't skip learning to slow down without falling, you can't bypass the lessons recovery requires. Honesty Is the Turning Point: Once you get real about where you are, you can finally do something about it. Blake's Lesson Applied to Your Recovery: Blake was skipping too fast → You might be rushing recovery, trying to do it perfectly Lindsey kept warning him to be careful → Your body, treatment team, loved ones have been giving you signals He fell hard and got hurt → You've had a setback, relapse, or painful realization He reached out for help → You don't have to get up alone - reach out Lindsey stooped to his level → The right support meets you where you are, doesn't shame you She dusted him off → You can clean yourself up and start fresh He learned the lesson → "I shouldn't skip so fast" = awareness leads to change He got back up and kept going to school → You get back up and keep moving toward recovery The Figure Skating Lesson: Just like Lindsey fell countless times before landing her first double loop jump - and it became her favorite jump BECAUSE of all the falls - your recovery falls are teaching you: What angle is wrong (what approach isn't working) What timing is off (maybe you're not ready for this step yet) What fear you're holding onto (what's really keeping you stuck) What adjustment you need to make (how to do it differently next time) And eventually, when you land it, recovery will become your favorite part of your story. Not in spite of the falls, but because of them. Permission Slip: You have permission to: Fall and not be a failure Be right where you are, even if it's on the ground Get honest about lying or hiding Reach out for help getting back up Learn slowly, one fall at a time Be imperfect in your recovery journey Risk falling in order to grow Stop beating yourself up Start fresh today, right now Ready to Get Back Up? If you need support getting back up after a fall, Lindsey has spots open for one-on-one recovery coaching. She'll meet you exactly where you are - no judgment, no shame - and help you find your footing again. Visit www.herbestself.co to book your complimentary consultation. Let's turn your fall into your breakthrough. Connect with Lindsey Website: www.herbestself.co  Private Facebook Community: Her Best Self Society www.herbestselfsociety.com  1:1 Client Applications: HBS Co. Recovery Coaching - Client Application - Google Forms . Subscribe & Review: If this episode resonated with you—if you saw yourself in Lindsey's rejection story—please subscribe to Her Best Self wherever you listen to podcasts and leave a review. Your reviews help other women who are tired of perfectionism and people-pleasing find this show and realize they're not alone. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear that her rejection story can become her redemption story. About the Host Lindsey Nichol is a former competitive figure skater turned God-led entrepreneur, boy mom, and digital CEO. She understands how core beliefs formed in childhood can create and maintain eating disorder patterns, and she's passionate about helping women identify and transform these beliefs to find lasting freedom. If this episode helped you feel hopeful again and remember your worth isn't found in your body or on your plate, please share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Your support helps more women break the chains of limiting beliefs. *While I am a certified health coach, anorexia survivor & eating disorder recovery coach, I do not intend the use of this message to serve as medical advice. Please refer to the disclaimer here in the show & be sure to contact a licensed clinical provider if you are struggling with an eating disorder.

In this episode of In The Room, the conversation dives deeper into what it truly means to be "Locked In". Pastor Shawn is joined by Pastor Darius and Pastor Billy as they unpack the power of discipline in spiritual growth and purpose. Together, they share real-life insights on staying consistent, balancing discipline with freedom, and how daily habits shape our faith. From pre-deciding and habit stacking to finding motivation through commitment, this episode challenges listeners to stay the course and trust God's process.

World Series hero Miguel Rojas joins us to recap one of the greatest World Series we've ever seen and the role he played in the Dodgers' second consecutive title. We talk about his heroics in the field and at the plate, the up and downs of 2025 and the Dodgers' new affinity for ass tattoos. 0:00 Welcome 2X World Series Champ Miggy Ro! 0:35 What Piggy's been doing since the World Series 1:50 Freddie's worm and the rest of the Dodger's Dancing 4:30 Miggy breaks down his game 7 home run 10:18 Dave Roberts Reaction 10:45 Ohtani's reaction to his home run 12:35 How much love he got from his teammates 14:20 Did Miggy hit the biggest home run in Dodger's history? 15:00 The struggles of 2025 and going to a dark place 17:15 Miggy thought he was going to get DFA'd 20:45 Miggy's plans for next year an beyond 24:50 Game saving play at the plate 27:35 Pages game saving catch to end the 9th 30:00 Playing through pain in game 7 33:40 Staying in the dugout after the game 5 loss 35:05 Caleb Joseph's comments on the Dodgers not being the better team 37:30 How many Dodgers got ass tattoos!? 42:40 Thank you Miggy! Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com JM Merch Store: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ Featuring: Miguel Rojas Hosted by: Chris Rose Edited by: Alex Graap #JMBaseball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us n this episode as we start our conversation talking about the 2025 American elections that just took place, then continuing on with American politics to Trump wanting to start testing Nukes again! We breifly discuss the allegations of excessive force by ICE then give an update on the UPS plane that crashed in Louisville. We then shift to just south of the border where a Mexican Mayor was shot for opposing the Cartels, and where the Mexican President was groped and kissed by a drunken citizen! Next we talk about Russian oil exports and how they will be taking a dip after Trump ensured China, India, and Turkey will no longer be buying from Putin. Staying on the Asian conversation South Korea has launched its 5th and final spy satellite to watch north Korea. We then shift our attention West to give an update on Gaza and the situation there as the "ceasefire" continues, before shifting south towards Tanzania and the political riots playing out there. We then go north to France where they have 3 men arrested as suspects in the Louvre heist, but the crown jewels are still not found. Finally we finish briefly discussing new humanoid AI robots that are set to be released soon, and give an update on 3I/ Atlas.To join in on the conversation next Wednesday night at 9pm cst, come to patreon.com/CajunKnightBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cult-of-conspiracy--5700337/support.

In this Solopreneur Life segment, Rebecca Richardson, also known as The Mortgage Mentor, shares how she built a thriving mortgage origination business earning up to $20,000 per month while maintaining the flexibility to be present for her four kids and family. With more than 20 years in the mortgage industry and a large social media following, Rebecca has leveraged her expertise to create multiple income streams, including coaching, consulting, and speaking, which bring in an additional $5,000–$7,500 per month. She joins us to discuss how solopreneurship has allowed her to build a balanced life, the lessons she's learned from market ups and downs, and how others can design a career that fits their family goals. We also cover her favorite tools, the biggest mistake she's made on her journey, and what retirement looks like now that she's truly “work optional.” CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introduction 00:25 – Meet Rebecca Richardson, The Mortgage Mentor 01:15 – How she got started in the mortgage business 03:00 – Transitioning into a solopreneur-style career 04:30 – Balancing autonomy with company structure 05:55 – The freedom to design her own business and schedule 07:45 – Lessons from 2008 and adapting to market changes 09:25 – Staying nimble in uncertain housing markets 11:30 – How mortgage originators make money 12:50 – Building multiple income streams through content and coaching 13:45 – Earning $15K–$20K per month in mortgage income 14:25 – Adding $5K–$7.5K per month from consulting and speaking 15:30 – Running a lean, efficient business 16:45 – Learning to outsource and protect her time 18:00 – How long it takes to build income consistency as a loan officer 19:30 – Why this career path offers flexibility for parents 21:45 – Rebecca's advice for aspiring mortgage originators 23:15 – Solopreneur High Five: tools, AI, mistakes, hobbies, and retirement 29:00 – Her best advice for aspiring solopreneurs 29:45 – Where to find Rebecca online RESOURCES & NOTES

JP Finlay and Mitch Tischler join you to discuss a quiet trade deadline and news that Frankie Luvu was suspended for this third hip drop tackle. The guys talk about their disappointment and what it means for roster construction moving forward.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We want to hear from you! Submit your Thanksgiving Prayer or a short note of thanks! Your submissions could be featured on Your Daily Prayer as we lead up to Thanksgiving Day. Thank you again for your continued support—we can’t wait to hear from you! https://tinyurl.com/322k4xau God never intended for us to do life alone. As our daily prayer and reflection remind us, from the beginning of creation, He designed us for community — with Him and with one another. Yet, for many believers, being part of a church family isn’t always easy. Differences in opinion, leadership conflicts, or even personal wounds can cause deep pain within the very place meant to nurture our faith. In this compassionate reflection, Laura Bailey reminds us that while church hurt is real and painful, Christian community is still God’s plan for His people. Just as Adam was not meant to be alone, neither are we. Throughout Scripture, we see how God uses relationships — even messy ones — to shape us, refine us, and reveal His grace. From the early church in Acts to the disciples who followed Jesus, believers have always grown stronger in community. Though it can be hard to stay when relationships feel strained, the call of Christ is not to walk away but to lean in — to forgive, to reconcile, and to remain united under His love. Today's Bible Reading:“The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.’” – Genesis 2:18, NIV

On today's episode, Andy answers your questions on how to get people on the same level as you when you're their boss, what's the best way to stay productive on the weekends, and handling compeition who charges less in business.