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00:00:46 “Pavloving” Yourself 00:03:01 TAKE ACTION 00:07:14 ◦ Example: Sitting down with your 00:07:26 ◦ Example: Lighting a candle 00:08:32 Takeaways from this episode. Self-Discipline On Autopilot: Do The Right Thing, Easily And Habitually (Live a Disciplined Life Book 21) By Peter Hollins https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJ3JLX5W How to make self-discipline automatic, second nature, and habitual. The biology of self-control and how to hack your body's limitations Understanding all the roadblocks to motivation and self-control - almost all are psychological Why you must start managing your TIME, not your energy The role your neurotransmitters play in self-discipline Clarifying your areas of control and interest for maximum adherence How to make discomfort your best friend How to "surf the urge" and "zazen" Emotional kung fu and how to use your emotions to your advantage Tools to get started, keep going, overcome distractions, and follow through every single time. Self-discipline is the ability to do what you don't want to do. It allows you to push through, conquer, and achieve. Without this gritty trait, nothing is possible in life. Keep that in mind.

A shed with 10,000 parakeets in Oklahoma.  Many of them diseased, and ultimately killed illegally. The rest go to PetSmart, Petco and others at $50 or more. PETA VP Dan Paden describes the immoral parakeet funnel that profits big companies but is pure hell for the animals. In conversation with host Emil Guillermo. Get more info. See the evidence. Take Action.   The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST!  © PETA, All rights reserved. copyright 2026

Today we complete our trio of episodes in collaboration with iCivics, where we explore why people of myriad groups are having a tough time, civics-wise. In this episode, we tell you how to eradicate your cynicism and make a difference. First, we share Jill Lepore's presentation on conventions; how we used to interact with our many constitutions. And then, we talk with Eitan Hersh. Eitan is the author of Politics Is for Power: How to Move Beyond Political Hobbyism, Take Action, and Make Real Change. He tells us what works (and what doesn't) when it comes to engaging in politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Accounts receivables are so much worse for a law firm than most lawyers understand or appreciate. So much worse.” – RJon Robins, author of Profit First for Lawyers In this episode, How To Manage a Small Law Firm CFO and CEO advisor, Etienne Hardre expands upon RJon’s clip from Chapter 14 about the devastating mathematics behind accounts receivable. The Devastating Mathematics Here is what really happens when Client A doesn’t pay their bill. You’ve already spent the money on marketing, sales, production, and overhead to serve them. When their bill goes unpaid, they’re not just skipping the 33% profit, they’re stiffing you on the entire bill. So what happens next? Now you need to cover marketing, sales, production, and overhead for Clients B, C, and D before you begin to see your first profit from working with all four clients. Here’s the breakdown for a theoretical $10,000 case/matter with a 33% profit: Client A did not pay their bill Clients B did pay their bill and their 33% profit goes to cover the costs you already spent on Client A Client C also paid their bill and their 33% profit covers the overhead from Client A Client D’s profit finally covers the profit you should have made from Client A. After four clients you’ve finally recovered what one client should have originally provided. This illustration makes is easy to see how Accounts Receivable is the silent profit killer that is crushing law firms nationwide. Is it any wonder that RJon put A/R in the Profit First for Lawyers book twice? Why Law Firms Struggle with A/R Most law firm owners hate looking at their aging A/R reports. Some have six-figures of A/R outstanding and are challenged to ask to be paid for the completed work. The mindset issue around asking for money compounds the problem. The fact is that A/R and Profit First work against each other. The more money trapped in A/R, the harder it becomes to take profits first. To combat the mindset issues, start implementing Profit First even with 1%. The urgency will force you to address your law firm’s accounts receivables. Take Action on Your A/R So, what’s a law firm owner with A/R to do? Stop the bleeding. Start with preventing new A/R from forming. Screen clients for ability to pay during marketing. Use retainer policies and implement “red rubber band” systems that stop work when payments are due. Adopt more frequent billing to top up retainers. Tackle existing A/R by starting with recent accounts receivables, be flexible with payment plans and discounts. Remember: Get creative because any A/R you collect is 100% profit since you’ve already paid all the associated costs. Your Action Steps: Implement a red rubber band policy to prevent new A/R Pull your A/R aging report and face reality Start collecting immediately, be creative when necessary Mentioned: Chapter 14 – Profit First for Lawyers book Podcast episode – A/R: The Profit-Eating Machine with Ed Gegan Connect Connect with Etienne Hardre at How To Manage a Small Law Firm by emailing help@howtomanage.com Subscribe to the Profit First for Lawyers podcast Watch episodes on YouTube Follow Profit First for Lawyers on social media: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook And most importantly, order your copy of Profit First for Lawyers today!

George Wright III explains that many talented people fail to reach their potential because they hesitate, overanalyze, and wait for certainty, allowing self-doubt to grow and others to outpace them through action. He argues confidence is not innate, arrogance, or loudness, but the calm belief you can act, adapt, and recover regardless of outcome, and it is built through accumulated evidence from taking action. He highlights three major sources of self-doubt: carrying past failures as identity, comparing yourself to others (especially social media highlight reels), and breaking integrity with yourself by not following through. To build real confidence, he recommends keeping small promises, acting before you feel ready, reframing failure as feedback, monitoring negative self-talk, and building competence through learning and practice, emphasizing growth over perfection and asking, “What would I do right now if I trusted myself completely?”00:00 Why Confidence Matters02:04 Action Before Confidence03:37 What Confidence Really Is04:45 How Confidence Shapes Life05:35 Three Sources of Doubt07:15 Keep Small Promises07:49 Take Action and Learn08:49 Fix Self Talk09:33 Build Competence Not Perfection10:52 Weekly Challenge and Wrap UpThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

What happens when you know something is wrong, but you're told everything is normal?In this personal episode, Janell shares the doctor's appointment that became a turning point in her life and ultimately shaped the work she does today.At 28 years old, she was exhausted, struggling with weight loss resistance, experiencing low libido, relying on daily naps, and finding it increasingly difficult to keep up with the demands of life. After sharing these concerns with her doctor and having her thyroid tested, she received a response that many women know all too well:"Your labs are normal."That conversation led Janell to explore functional testing, root-cause health, nervous system support, hormone balance, and a completely different way of understanding the body's signals.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why symptoms are often communication, not dysfunction• The difference between normal lab ranges and optimal health• The limitations of conventional thyroid testing• How functional testing provided validation and clarity• The impact stress and adrenal dysfunction had on Janell's health• What she wishes she had known about birth control and hormone health• How yoga became part of her healing journey• Why feeling seen and validated matters so much in the healing processThis episode is also the beginning of a deeper series sharing Janell's personal health journey and the experiences that ultimately led her to become a Functional Health Practitioner.Next StepsFunctional TestingExplore the functional testing options Janell discusses in this episode:https://www.thetransformationlife.com/functional-testingHealth Clarity CallSchedule a complimentary Health Clarity Call:https://www.thetransformationlife.com/schedule/health-clarity-callHormone Clarity QuizTake the Hormone Clarity Quiz:https://www.thetransformationlife.com/hormonequizIf you've ever felt dismissed, confused, or frustrated by your symptoms, this conversation is a reminder that your body isn't betraying you.It's communicating with you.And sometimes healing begins with simply deciding to listen.Thank you for being here.And as always, Have Faith & Take Action.

Analysis Paralysis Wasting Your Potential? Take Action NOW! STOP Analysis Paralysis In It's Tracks To Supersize You! Challenge Day 147. Join us every day in 2026 for a quick challenge that is all about you Improving and creating the life you want! Join us every day in 2026 for a quick challenge that is all about you Improving and creating the life you want! This episode discusses how to overcome "analysis paralysis" using the SUPER tool, a crucial aspect of **decision making** for **self development**. We explore **mental models** that can significantly contribute to **personal growth** and offer practical tips for **self improvement**. Pop in here every day for a dose of different business building perspective!. https://www.facebook.com/ThrivingSharon Ask your questions and share your wisdom! #supersize #supersizeyouannualchallenges #doonethingeverydaytosupersizeyou #analysisparalysis #missedopportunities #decisionmaking #beabetteryou #personalgrowth #developskills #uncoverwhatis #SUPERframework #SUPER #70percentrule #breakfree #actnow

Do you ever feel like you're behind or overthinking every move in your business or your life? Like you're waiting for the perfect moment to act, or you should be further along than you are? So many moms experience this, and it can leave you stuck, second-guessing, and spinning in place instead of moving forward.In this episode, I share the simple question that helps moms feel lighter, calmer, and able to actually take action and move forward. I explore why overthinking keeps us in a loop of hesitation and how asking this single, powerful question can shift your perspective and completely change the way you think about your business, your time, and your relationships.For more information, transcript, and show notes, click here: jenna.coach/106 Join me for a free consultation by clicking here: https://mom.jenna.coach/apply You're invited to join us every 2nd Thursday for my free Mom Entrepreneurs Circle. Sign up here: https://mom.jenna.coach/circle Keep up with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-rykiel and Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jrykiel3 If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the podcast! Your support helps the show reach moms just like you who are ready to quit their 9-to-5 in pursuit of a life and business they love. Click here for instructions on how to leave a review: https://jenna.coach/podcast/podcastlaunchMentioned in this episode:FREE, LIVE WEBINAR ON MAY 29Join me for Unstuck: How to Start the Business You Can't Stop Thinking About UNSTUCK is a free live webinar that will help you finally understand why you've been stuck — and what you actually need in order to start. It's happening on Friday, May 29th @ ​​​​​​​1pm ET/ 11am MT Click here to grab your spot: https://how-to-quit-your-job.captivate.fm/unstuck-maySign Up for Unstuck on May 29th Here

Midlife gets labeled as “the beginning of the end,” but that story falls apart the moment you meet women who are building businesses at 80, traveling solo, starting podcasts, or simply reclaiming their strength after a hard season. I sit down with Heike Yates, midlife fitness expert, Pilates teacher, and author of Pursue Your Spark, to talk about why midlife is better understood as an upward turning point and how women can rebuild energy and confidence without extremes, shame, or the exhausting pressure to “start over.”We dig into the mindset shift that changes everything: the idea that you must “let go of the old you” to become “the new you.” Heike pushes back, and I love her take because it honors every chapter you've lived. We talk about identity, roles, and what it means to integrate your experiences instead of discarding them. Her onion metaphor lands hard: peeling back layers can bring tears and grief, but it also reveals what's true underneath and what you want next.Heike shares the real story behind her book, including a caregiver client who finally returns from a break saying, “I feel like myself again,” not as a throwback to youth, but as a return to her power right now. From there, we walk through Heike's SPARK framework (Scan, Plan, Take Action, Overcome Roadblocks, Keep Momentum) and why it works for midlife health goals, menopause seasons, career changes, and any moment where you feel stuck. We close with practical guidance on exercise consistency when you're already exhausted: clear your plate, protect your energy, and let movement support healing instead of becoming another demand.If you know a woman who needs a gentler path to midlife fitness and real momentum we invite you to share this conversation.Connect with Heike - websiteRead Pursue Your Spark hereLet me know what you'd like to hear more about on the showSupport the showI'm Carol Clegg, your host, an accountability coach and curious conversationalist inviting guests from a wide range of backgrounds to share insights on how they live, think, and navigate change.If you enjoy reflection, fresh perspectives, and honest dialogue, this space is for you.If you'd like to experience this work in community, I host a complimentary monthly Accountability Circle  a supportive space to pause, gain clarity, and choose a gentle next step forward. More info at https://carolclegg.com/accountabilitycircleFor those ready for deeper, more consistent support, I also offer a 90-day Accountability Package, designed to help you move from scattered ideas to steady, sustainable momentum.You can learn more at carolclegg.comLet's connect on LinkedIn and Instagram, or join my LinkedIn Group Flourish: A Community for Women Business Owners

In this podcast: -The show examines how recent GOP primary upsets affect the congressional term limits movement and argues the movement actually gains momentum because the winning candidates also support term limits pledges. -Anthony Scaramucci appears in a featured clip comparing Congress to a terrible restaurant that never closes despite terrible public approval ratings. -The episode highlights growing pressure on Congress as 14 states now officially support an Article V convention focused on congressional term limits, with Arizona and Kansas joining in 2026. -Former New Mexico State Senator Saya Correa Hemphill joins the show to argue that congressional term limits restore trust, create accountability, and open opportunities for new leadership across party lines. -USTL President Philip Blumel warns listeners about a San Diego ballot measure that would weaken existing county term limits by extending them from eight years to twelve, accusing local politicians of trying to protect their own power. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

If you've ever felt stuck in a cycle of starting over with your health, this episode is for you.In this conversation, Janell Yule explores the deeper mindset patterns that quietly drive inconsistency, perfectionism, overwhelm, and self-sabotage — especially for women navigating stress, hormonal shifts, and nervous system dysregulation.This isn't about lacking discipline.It's about understanding the beliefs underneath the behaviors.Inside this episode:The Five Primary Drivers frameworkWhy perfectionism creates inconsistencyThe nervous system's role in familiar patternsWhy simple health practices are often overlookedHow self-worth impacts your ability to stay consistentThe mindset shifts that support sustainable transformationJanell also references two foundational episodes from Season 1 that expand on these patterns:• Episode #51 — The 5 Primary Drivers• Episode #233 — 3 Ways to Feel EnoughThis episode is an invitation to stop asking:“What's wrong with me?”…and start asking:“What belief is driving this pattern?”Because awareness changes everything.Thank you for being here — and as always:Have Faith & Take Action.

Reprogram your subconscious mind with these affirmations for courage, self-belief, and self-trust. Designed for the mind that is feeling stuck, hesitant, or waiting for the “right time," this 20-minute loop of “I Am Willing” affirmations will help you move through fear and take aligned action, one small step at a time.Listen with eyes closed, or while you draw, walk, clean, or journal and let these words rewire your mindset for courage, momentum, and follow-through. This practice supports you in shifting out of overthinking and into doing. Listen daily or whenever you need a boost of courage. You do NOT need to be perfect to begin taking action toward your dreams! All you need is a willingness to begin, exactly as you are today. YOU CAN DO THIS, my friend.Written and narrated by Jayme Allen. Instagram - @moodbodystudioRequest a Meditation Topic via Text Message!Find my art meditations and more on YouTube! Link to CREATE & MEDITATE WITH JAYME

Lyle and TJ are frustrated watching the same version of the Mariners this weekend. Instead of discussing the play on the field, they debate over the pros and cons of the actions the Mariners could take to shake things up, both with players (9:13) and coaches (41:04).Get your Washington Accident Books today from Davis Law Group: https://dlgseattle.com/baseballCheck out Pretty Good Home Inspections today: prettygoodinspections.com/marinelayerFor ad-free episodes, check out our Patreon: patreon.com/marinelayerpodMerchandise, event schedule, and more: marinelayerpod.comEmail us: marinelayerpod@gmail.comCheck out Just Baseball: Click hereFollow the show on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find us on YouTube: Click hereFind us on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@marinelayerpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find us on all Podcast Platforms: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/MarineLayerPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow TJ on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tjmathewson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Lyle on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lyle_goldsteinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the You Need a Counselor podcast Julie and Chrissa are joined by return guest Lisa Boehm to chat about her new book, Now What? Throughout the conversation we unpack how grief extends far beyond death to include losses like relationships, health, identity, and career changes, and how constant life transitions can leave people overwhelmed with change fatigue. Lisa introduces her RESET framework — Release, Energize, Strengthen, Envision, and Take Action — offering practical, compassionate strategies for navigating uncertainty, setting healthy boundaries, building resilience, and asking for help when life feels too heavy to carry alone. To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. Listen to Lisa's other appearances on the show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RKg1VwHLa1mh8V1E8vhC3?si=ErVn5UGTSJ2KMdg-DjknCwhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3Ok8RhRZXAqOMhMc6pJabu?si=iEQhlSFzTtWif0lEjT_VQAConnect with Lisa online: Podcast: https://www.risingstrongpodcast.comSpeaking: https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/speakingBook: https://a.co/d/034IkydWTo start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. Connect with Heart and Solutions online at:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YNYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featuredPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselorHeart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeartandsolutionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

Have you stopped yourself from going after what you really want?In this episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch sits down with elite success coach and host of the top ranked Dream Think Do podcast, Mitch Matthews, to talk about what it really takes to pursue your God-given dreams.They unpack why so many people hold themselves back, how fear quietly limits growth, and what it looks like to give yourself permission to want more. This conversation is practical. You'll learn how to take small, consistent steps toward your goals, even if you feel stuck or unsure where to start.If you've been feeling disconnected from your dreams, this episode will help you shift your mindset, take action, and move forward with clarity and confidence.You'll also hear how community, encouragement, and simple daily habits can create real momentum in your life.Topics include Christian mindset, pursuing purpose, overcoming fear, goal setting, personal growth, faith and ambition, and taking action toward your dreams.TakeawaysYou need to give yourself permission to pursue your dreamsSmall daily action builds real momentum over timeFear doesn't mean stop. It means step forward differentlyClarity often comes after action, not beforeCommunity plays a key role in staying encouraged and accountableCuriosity opens doors that fear tries to shutYou don't need a full plan to begin. You need a next stepConnect with Mitch at MitchMatthews.com or grab his Making Time for Your Next Chapter Workshop here- https://mitchmatthews.com/time - use code Kristin to get it freeGrab the Rewire Your Mind: From Negativity to Joy- download here.Grab the Joy Rising- Daily Gratitude & Joy Journal here.Download My Free Joyful Living Devotional: https://kristinfitch.com/devotionalReady to take your first step towards a more joyful, faith-filled life? Download our Reignite Your Passion Workbook and start living with purpose today!Christian podcast, pursue your purpose, God given dreams, Christian mindset, overcoming fear, personal growth Christian, goal setting, faith and purpose, taking action on dreams, Christian women podcast, finding your calling, step into your purpose, dream again, faith based personal development, confidence and clarity, intentional living, success coaching Christian, build momentum, faith and ambition

On the phone-in: Tick expert Dr. Vett Lloyd from the tick lab at Mount Allison University helps answer your questions about the troublesome little blood-suckers. And off the top, how people in Bedford, Nova Scotia have come together to combat racism in their community.

Are your priorities BS? Well, focusing on that area in particular, looking at what are the things in my life that really are important to me? What are the actions that I want to take and need to take that are important to me? Even if they’re not urgent, how can I get those things scheduled so that they have a better likelihood of getting done? David: Hi, and welcome to the podcast. In today’s episode, co-host Jay McFarland and I will discuss the topic Are Your Priorities BS? Welcome, Jay. Jay: Hey, David, as always, such a pleasure to be with you. And another great topic. I think that it’s so easy to just do the squirrel thing or the squeaky wheel gets the grease and we don’t really know what our priorities should be a lot of the time that’s half the battle I think. David: Yeah, I think that’s true. Knowing what our priorities are and recognizing that a lot of times they’re not really what we think they are. And most of the time when I talk about stuff on these podcasts, it’s not because I’m particularly smart, is because I feel like I’ve made every stupid mistake that anyone can make. And so if I can help our listeners and viewers to avoid doing some of those things, then that’s a pretty good service. And when I think about priorities and I reflect on the priorities that I’ve had over the years and over my life, I recognize that we have priorities that we really put out there. We say, okay, this is what’s important to me. What’s important to me is my family. What’s important to me are my friends. What’s important to me is, whatever, losing weight, like if we have goals, my my priority is to do this and to do that, and all these different things. And then when we look at our actions and we realize that our actions don’t really line up with what we say our priorities are, it raises the questions are our priorities BS? And I think in some cases, even when we don’t realize it, they might be. Jay: Yeah. First of all, I’d say there’s nothing wrong with learning in the school of hard knocks. I mean, sometimes those are the best lessons we can learn. But I also think it, we can spin our wheels a lot trying to reinvent the wheel, so learning from other people can help expedite that process. Right? Which is why I’m glad you’re so willing to share the trials that you’ve had. I think that that’s so critical. But I think you’re right. We’ve talked a lot in the past about self assessment. Can you really look at yourself and know what your weaknesses are and what your strengths are? And oftentimes, I think you’re right. We think something is a priority for us, but in the grand scheme of things, and according to our own actions, it’s really not. And we’re kind of fooling ourselves. David: Yeah, and the way that I’ve actually sort of worked through some of this is recognizing that there’s a really big difference between our stated priorities, the things that we say are priorities to us, and then our actual priorities, meaning the priorities we act on the things that we do, the actual steps that we take or don’t take. Because if our priority is to spend time with our family and our actions are that we’re working all the time and we’re not spending time with our family, then we have two different sets of priorities, our stated priorities that always sound good, and then our actual priorities, which is what we’re doing on a daily basis. Jay: Yeah, I see this all the time in like TV reality shows. I don’t know why this comes to mind, but you see people saying, my family is the most important thing to me, and they’re working 80 hours a week at their career, or their job. And I’m sitting there thinking, Hmm, no, I don’t think you really understand what your priorities really are. David: Yeah, and most people are sincere, I think, when they say those things. It’s just that in many cases, life interferes. And when we allow life to interfere, then it turns out that our actual priorities are different than the ones that we’re telling ourselves and telling other people. Jay: So how do we sift through that? How do we do that self assessment and really identify what our core priorities are, and maybe we need to identify them as BS and head in a different direction. David: Well, I put together a worksheet. You can download it here. It’s very simple. It’s basically got stated priorities on the left and actual priorities on the right, and what you do is you list down on the left hand side all the things that I tell other people and that I tell myself are my actual priorities. And then you just keep an eye on what you’re doing every day. Did I take action on my top priority on the left hand side of the page? And if I didn’t, what did I do instead? If my goal is to write a book and instead I slept until 10:30, then I’ve got a stated priority and I’ve got an actual priority. And so when I’m working with clients, these are some of the things that we look at. What is it that is most important to you? What is it that you believe, that you truly believe is most important to you? What do you believe your priorities are, and then what are the actions that demonstrate what your actual priorities are? Jay: Yeah, and I think, people have specific priorities, but they get trapped in the every day. So it’s not like it isn’t my priority and the priority’s not really BS. What is BS is that I’m, not doing anything towards it. I’m letting my business run me instead of me running my business. David: Yeah, I mean, a personal one for me is like I’ve been losing and gaining the same 10 pounds for probably 20 years, right? So if my priority is actually to lose 10 pounds or whatever it is. But then I have a conflicting priority, which is, “oh, dessert!” Right? Then those two things are in conflict. And every time I choose the dessert, which is the actual priority, it’s the action that happens over the stated priority of losing the weight, then it really is BS. It’s BS to say that this is the goal, if the actions on the right hand side of the sheet are not going to correspond to that. And that’s where I feel like, by calling ourselves out on it, it might encourage us to take the actions that we need to take to accomplish the results we’re looking for and to really get our priorities in order. Jay: Yeah, and let me tell you, there’s nothing to be ashamed of, of breaking even on weight loss. David .Losing 10, gaining 10, at least you’re not completely losing that battle. So that’s something to be proud of. So we talked about the worksheet and identifying your priorities. And making sure they’re not BS. I’m guessing then you want to set a path, you’ve got to break that down into smaller chunks or something. You can’t just say, “oh yeah, that’s my new priority,” or that I’ve identified it. You’ve got to talk about how you’re going to get there. Right? David: Right. So when we look at the left side of the page and we compare it with the right, and we determine that, okay, our actions are not in line with our priorities, then it’s a matter of looking at each of those priorities and breaking each of those down into projects and tasks essentially. So a project is anything that requires more than one action. A task is basically one action, right? That’s the way I break it out. So if there are a series of three or four things that I need to do to accomplish that, then those are three or four tasks. If there are three or four or five or 10 related things that belong to an entire project, then I put it in the form of a project. And the way that I manage my time is that I use a time planner that allows me to use different colors for different things. So I use one color for projects and another color for tasks because I can look at it and say, okay, here’s a task. This is something I can knock out relatively quickly. And when you know which goals, which priorities your projects and tasks line up with, then you can always be taking action on something that is actually important to you. Jay: Yeah. And I think you’ve hit on something very key as part of this process is by writing things down, by having a color code, by doing those things, you’re giving yourself kind of back testing, right? So you can look back and say, okay, you know, do a monthly assessment. I know people who spend a couple hours on Sundays just reflecting back on their previous week and saying “Did I really make my priorities, priorities?” And so that process of writing it down, whether it’s digitally or some people still use day planners, you know, they actually still use paper. That drives me crazy. But I understand, because that’s got to be an important part of the process. David: Yeah. And I think the calendar is really an important part of the process because we could do another podcast called “To-Do Lists are BS,” right? Because I feel like in a lot of cases they are. If you have a to-do list that has a hundred things on it and you don’t get to most of them… If you’re getting to the most important things, then it’s worthwhile. But if you’re not, then how do you fix that? And generally, the only way that I’ve ever been able to fix it is to budget time on the calendar for those specific activities, block it off just like you would any other appointment and say, “okay, from this time to this time, this is what I’m doing.” Turning off the phone, not answering calls focused on doing this just as if I were having a meeting or an appointment and making that appointment with yourself. I’m sure I’m not the first person to recommend something like that, but for me, just moving things from a to-do list onto a calendar helps a great deal. As long as you’re willing to follow through on what’s on your calendar. And if you’re not, yeah, then you got some real issues. Jay: Yeah, it’s really a place where I struggle. I kind of have a good idea where my priorities are, but moving them into a schedule, I still have the tendency to just kind of do whatever I feel I want to do. that’s the life I want to live, as opposed to the things that are most important in that moment. And that comes from the fact that I haven’t identified and categorized them by level of importance. And so, again, I’m letting the mayhem of the day, and my own emotions, dictate what I’m working on at any given time. David: Yeah, I remember reading the book Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey, and he referenced, I think it’s called the Eisenhower Matrix. I think Eisenhower is the one who came up with it originally or popularized it. You can download it here The idea that you draw a cross on a piece of paper and you break out your priorities according to urgent and important. So one of the Sections is urgent and important. Another one is urgent, but not important. Another one is not important, but urgent. And then not important. And not urgent. Okay, that’s it. Breaks out something like that. And of course, the things that are not important and not urgent are probably the things we shouldn’t do at all. But very often they’re the easiest things to do. They’re the most tempting, and they get the attention. The things that are urgent and important tend to get done because they’re urgent and you have to do them. But the sweet spot is the area that is not urgent but important, and that’s the area that tends to get neglected in favor of the other areas. So, even doing something like that, breaking it out and saying, “okay, what are the most important tasks that I need to get done? What are the most important actions I need to take that I haven’t taken that are not time sensitive?” Because that’s what always nails us. If there’s something that’s time sensitive, that’s going to jump in ahead. And then the other category of not important but urgent, a ringing telephone, for example. Some people might view that, if they’re required to answer it, as urgent. And in that case, you don’t know who’s going to be on the other end. You have no idea how it matches with your goals or your priorities. You end up taking the call and at that point you can be derailing your success. So focusing on that area in particular, looking at what are the things in my life that really are important to me? What are the actions that I want to take and need to take that are important to me? Even if they’re not urgent, how can I get those things scheduled so that they have a better likelihood of getting done? Jay: Yeah, I love that. So figuring out first what your priorities currently are. Are they BS? Then identifying what you really want those priorities to be, and then creating a plan and scheduling that plan. Such great advice. How do people find out more? David: Well, you can go to TopSecrets.com/call to schedule a call with myself or my team. If you’re struggling to get to the results you’re looking for because of whatever, if it’s time management, if it’s a failure to actually address your own priorities, you know, there are combinations of things that can help. One of the things that I think we struggle with sometimes, and this might be a good topic for a future podcast, is the fact that in some cases, we think that more energy and more effort is going to fix the problem. But if the things that we’re doing are designed to create average results, then putting time and energy into them is just going to create average results faster. It’s not going to create exceptional results. And so by changing the activities that we’re engaged in, maybe changing the way that we’re doing some of those things, the results change dramatically. So if that makes sense to you, if you’d like to have a conversation, TopSecrets.com/call. We would love to talk with you about that. Jay: All right, David, we really appreciate you sharing your experience and what you’ve learned from trial and error and this service that you offer where people can just talk about it, because I think that’s a great place to start. Thank you so much for joining us today. David: Thank you, Jay. Are You Ready to Take Action on Your Real Priorities? If so, check out a few ways we can help you grow your sales & profits: Just Getting Started? If you (or someone on your team) is just getting started in promotional product sales, learn how we can help. Ready to Grow & Scale Your Business Fast? If you're an established distributor serious about growing your sales and profits now, check out this case study and schedule a call with our team. Need EQP/Preferential Pricing? If you're an established distributor doing a decent volume of sales, click here to get End Quantity Pricing from many of the top supplier lines in the promo industry.

Have you ever felt like you just need to start over?A new plan. A different supplement. Another protocol. Something that will finally work.In this episode, Janell Yule explores the cycle so many women get stuck in — constantly searching for the next solution while feeling more overwhelmed, disconnected, and exhausted.This conversation is a reminder that transformation doesn't usually come from doing more. It often comes from returning to the foundations your body has been asking for all along.You'll learn:Why overwhelm creates the urge to constantly “fix” yourselfHow health culture keeps women chasing moreWhy consistency matters more than intensityThe role of nervous system safety in healingSimple foundational practices that support energy, hormones, digestion, metabolism, and emotional well-beingThis episode is grounding, practical, and deeply encouraging for women who feel like nothing is working anymore.Mentioned in this episode:Metabolic Jumpstarthttps://www.thetransformationlife.com/metabolic-jumpstartHormone Clarity Quizhttps://www.thetransformationlife.com/hormonequizAs always… Have Faith & Take Action.

Fresh brand photos just landed in my inbox—and they've got me ALL the way in my feels about identity, confidence, & showing up as the realest version of you. So naturally, I had to record this episode.SEO is NOT the place to ditch your personality. In fact, it might be the most important place to let it shine!In this episode, I'm calling out the "polished professional" trap & giving you simple, doable tips to bring your vibe into your SEO strategy so you attract the most aligned clients (and actually enjoy your business while you're at it)!→ Get the full show notes here!——

Marisa Murgatroyd started her career as an artist who was told by her father that she had no marketable skills. Marisa figured out how to build a multi-million business anyway and has shown over 16,000 students how to succeed online — many of whom also felt like they had "no marketable skills" or were told they couldn't do it. As the founder of Live Your Message & Creator of The Experience Formula, Marisa gets people so excited about changing their lives that they stop dreaming and start doing. She does this by creating what she call "Experience Products" (instead of more traditional online courses and information-based products). An Experience Product is an entirely new framework for creating online courses that combines the most powerful elements of gamification, behavioral design, adult learning psychology, and innovative curriculum design to create an engaging experience that gets people "hooked" on taking action and getting results. This approach is so effective that they have some of the highest success rates in the industry! Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Marisa Murgatroyd:Website: liveyourmessage.com *E - explicit language may be used in this podcast.

Chartered accountant and property investor, Munzurul Khan, will take us on his journey from working in the corporate world to setting up his own flourishing business. Find out why the opportunity cost of missing out on a great property often outweighs the financial cost and learn from Khan why it's so important to take action.The principal of Keshab Chartered Accountant will discuss where the influence to get into property came from, why $2,000 doesn't matter in the grand scheme of things and why Khan's mum thinks he's crazy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche of the Maria Mitchell Association sits down with Heather Packard from Mass Audubon for an important conversation about the growing movement to ban anticoagulant rodenticides across Massachusetts. They discuss the devastating impact these poisons have on wildlife and ecosystems, why immediate action is needed, and how local voices can help create statewide change. Heather encourages listeners to TAKE ACTION by May 19 and call their Massachusetts state representative to ask Chair Aaron Michlewitz and the House Ways & Means Committee to strengthen Sections 74 and 75 of the Mass Ready Act by including language from H5217, which would phase out the use of anticoagulant rodenticides statewide. The goal is for each of the 160 state representatives to receive at least 10 calls from constituents because, together, communities have the power to advocate for wildlife and be the voice for the voiceless. Learn more and take action at bit.ly/CallYourMAReps.To learn more about the Maria Mitchell Association visit https://www.mariamitchell.org/. 

This month, we're featuring Shane Londagin, Senior Policy Advisor for Energy and Climate for Sen. John Hickenlooper (CO), manages Senator Hickenlooper's energy portfolio on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and supports the Senator's leadership in bipartisan permitting reform negotiations, grid modernization efforts, and critical minerals policy.  (0:00) Intro and National Highlights (11:48) Local Highlights (12:44) Interview with Shane Londagin, Senior Policy Advisor for Energy and Climate for Sen. John Hickenlooper (CO) (39:40) May Action Sheet (41:56) Take Action (44:00) BRIDGE Exercise Register for Summer Conference: https://cclusa.org/summer  May Action Sheet: https://cclusa.org/actionsheet  Pre-Call Video: https://vimeo.com/1190540027  Permitting Reform Trainings: https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/clean-energy-permitting-reform 

SummaryTonya Harris Cornileus, Ph.D., explores the roots of procrastination, emphasizing that knowing what we want isn't enough—action is essential. She shares personal insights on overcoming fear, self-doubt, and misalignment to close the gap between intention and action. Keywordsprocrastination, self-doubt, fear, action, personal growth, motivation, goal setting, mindset, self-awareness, life change Key TopicsThe difference between knowing what you want and taking actionThe role of fear and self-doubt in procrastinationHow to reframe delay as a signal for deeper insightSmall, intentional steps to align actions with goals TakeawaysKnowing what you want is not enough; action is necessary.Fear and self-doubt are common barriers to progress.Delay often signals underlying fears or misalignment.Listening to what delay reveals can lead to self-understanding.Small, consistent actions can bridge the gap between intention and reality. Sound Bites"Delay is a signal, not the enemy.""Listen to what delay is revealing.""Action begins with one decision."Chapters00:00 Understanding Procrastination: A Personal Reflection02:47 The Fear Behind Delay: Uncovering Self-Doubt05:43 Taking Action: Bridging the Gap Between Knowing and DoingThanks for listening to my latest audio blog. To read this blog and other blogs in my library, visit yourahalife.com.This audio blog is a complement to my podcast episode #59: What I Delayed What Mattered Most (And What I'm Learning About It). It's a reflective episode where I share what I'm learning about myself and what is behind my procrastination. I dive deeper into the fears and self-doubts that can keep us stuck, and how I'm learning to take steps, move past the inertia, and accomplish what matters most. I hope you'll listen to the episode. If you enjoy it, share it with your friends, write a review, and remember to subscribe to the podcast to receive new episodes as they become available. Take good care. XOXO, Tonya

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In this podcast: -Former Congressman David Trone and Democratic lawmakers argue that Congress is broken by career politicians, seniority, and nonstop fundraising. -Panelists say term limits would bring fresh voices, more accountability, and less influence from lobbyists and entrenched incumbents. -Pennsylvania Democrats push an Article V convention strategy, claiming Congress will panic and act once enough states demand term limits. -Lawmakers connect term limits to bigger reforms including campaign finance laws, open primaries, immigration policy, education reform, and restoring trust in democracy. -Speakers urge citizens to pressure legislators directly, warning that public frustration with government is reaching a breaking point and demanding action now. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Get the free guide for May 2026 at https://www.quietmindastrology.com/may26If you've been waiting for a sign to move forward, this week is it. While last week was a wake-up call, this week is about getting things into motion, especially regarding your finances, resources, and the foundations of your life. With a significant amount of movement through Taurus and a powerful New Moon in Kritsika Nakshatra, we are being asked to discern what is truly sustainable and cut away the noise that no longer serves our growth. This is a week to move from wisdom into intentional action, staying grounded in your body while you build what lasts.QUOTES“If you've been waiting for the right time to take action, this is your sign.” “The sign of actually learning something is that you change your actions.” “Decide actually means to cut away. When we make a decision, we are cutting something away and making a movement towards a new direction.” “What is unsustainable needs to be addressed and handled so we can have more of what is sustainable.” TIMESTAMPS00:00 The Theme of the Week: Time to Take Action 00:52 Taurus: The Major Mover in Your Chart 01:20 May's Monthly Theme: Caring for Your Foundation 02:08 Sunday: Mars Gandanta and Mother's Day Intensity 03:21 Monday: Mars in Aries—From Wisdom to Action 06:47 Tuesday: Cutting Through the Noise with Kritsika 07:51 Middle Week: Venus in Gemini—Playful Connection 08:14 Saturday: New Moon in Kritsika—The Power of Decision 14:54 The Big Question: What is Sustainable? KEYWORDSVedic astrology forecast, Jyotish, Kritsika Nakshatra, Mars in Aries, Taurus transit, New Moon, spiritual growth, self-awareness, weekly horoscopeFREE RESOURCES⭐️ Free Birth Chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freebirthchart⭐️ Free Horoscopes: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/freehoroscopes⭐️ Podcast (Spotify, Apple, etc): https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/astrology⭐️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quietmindastrology⭐️ YouTube: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/youtube⭐️ Yoga Teacher Training Podcast: https://www.anchor.fm/yogateachertrainingWORK WITH ME⭐️ Book a Reading: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/reading⭐️ Decode Your Chart: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/101⭐️ New Moon Alignment: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/newmoon⭐️ Mentorship: https://www.quietmindastrology.com/mentorshipNEXT STEPPlan your month in sync with astrology at https://www.quietmindastrology.com/may26

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Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Fibromyalgia and the Hidden Sleep Disorder Fueling Your Pain: How Restorative Sleep Breaks the Vicious CycleThe script explains fibromyalgia as a real central nervous system disorder marked by widespread pain, crushing fatigue, and “fibro fog,” driven by central sensitization and neurochemical imbalance (elevated substance P/glutamate and reduced inhibitory neurotransmitters). It argues that non-restorative sleep is a core driver of symptoms, highlighting Moldofsky's findings of the alpha-delta sleep anomaly in which wake-like alpha waves intrude into deep slow-wave sleep, preventing tissue repair and pain regulation. Fragmented sleep also impairs diffuse noxious inhibitory controls (DNIC), worsening hyperalgesia and allodynia; experimental sleep disruption in healthy volunteers can induce fibromyalgia-like tenderness, and diary studies show poor sleep predicts next-day pain more than pain predicts sleep. Solutions emphasize prioritizing deep sleep via CBT-I, paced gentle movement (especially aquatic), mind-body practices, warm baths, screening/treating sleep apnea and restless leg syndrome, and clinician-guided options such as low-dose tricyclics/cyclobenzaprine (including FDA-approved Tonmya in 2025), gabapentinoids, and melatonin while avoiding benzodiazepines.00:00 Pain and Fatigue Cycle01:17 Central Sensitization Explained02:32 Fibromyalgia Symptom Breakdown04:25 Neurochemistry Behind Pain06:01 Non Restorative Sleep Mystery07:16 Alpha Delta Sleep Anomaly09:44 How Bad Sleep Creates Pain13:02 Sleep as the Main Lever15:05 Lifestyle Sleep Fixes18:15 Check Other Sleep Disorders19:04 Medication Support Options20:45 Take Action and Advocate21:56 Final Hopeful Wrap Up Click here for the YouTube channel Support the showWhen I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That's why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope.  If you've been told fibromyalgia “isn't real” or that it's “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you'll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD.Please remember to talk with your doctor about your symptoms and care. This content doesn't replace per...

Do you know what to do but still struggle to take action? In this episode, Renee Booe dives into how to stop overthinking and start taking action—even when fear, doubt, or uncertainty are holding you back. If you've tried mindset work, motivation, or discipline strategies but still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand: Why overthinking isn't a discipline problem How your nervous system impacts your ability to take action The neuroscience behind fear and avoidance patterns What Scripture says about faith, obedience, and movement A simple, practical way to retrain your brain to follow through This episode will help you stop waiting to feel ready—and start moving forward in your calling.

Dr. Katherine Roe, PETA Chief Scientist, Laboratory Investigations, describes the animal cruelty by experimenters at the UMASS-Chan Center. And what you can do to stop them. Take Action. Go to PETA.org/chan The PETA Podcast PETA, the world's largest animal rights organization, is ten million strong and growing.  Hosted by Emil Guillermo.   Music provided by CarbonWorks. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for listening to THE PETA PODCAST!  © PETA, All rights reserved. copyright 2026

Summary: In this episode of the Future of Dermatology podcast, host Dr. Faranak Kamangar sits down with Dr. Haley Naik, board-certified dermatologist, professor at UCSF, and Stanford and Harvard-trained expert, for a timely and eye-opening conversation on two major fronts: the rapidly evolving treatment landscape for Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) and the critical California state legislation that could reshape how dermatologists practice and how patients access care. Dr. Naik opens with exciting updates in the HS space, including the three currently FDA-approved therapies and two promising agents anticipated to cross the finish line by 2027. She also shares a major advocacy win: HS has been designated a highlighted research topic by the NIH across three institutes, opening a one-year funding window starting April 7, 2026 that researchers should act on now. The conversation then dives deep into the broken prior authorization system, with striking data points: 25% of dermatology visits require prior auth, 75% of denial letters have no listed decision maker, and the average dermatology practice spends $40,000 per year staffing for prior authorizations. Against this backdrop, Dr. Naik breaks down three California bills - two to support and one to oppose - that directly affect how dermatologists can care for their patients. Whether you're a dermatologist, researcher, or patient advocate, this episode is packed with actionable information, from NIH grant deadlines to how to contact your state representative before late June voting deadlines. Learn more and take action: AB539 (prior authorization reform): https://legiscan.com/CA/bill/AB539/2025 SB895 (California Science and Health Research Bond Act): https://lnkd.in/gTjXXxtU Find your California representative to advocate for these bills: https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/ Information about the May 4th Rally for California Science: https://www.fundcascience.org/rally

Welcome back to My Disney Brain, where we bring you "A Brown-Eyed perspective on All Things Disney". I'm your host, V Kelly Bennett.Are you planning a week-long Walt Disney World vacation? The single most common mistake families make isn't forgetting to book dining reservations or skipping Lightning Lanes—it's winging the order of their parks. The average family spends over $6,000 on a Disney vacation, and we want to make sure your trip feels magical, rather than turning into an exhausting "death march" by Day 4.In this episode, we are handing you the exact, step-by-step Disney World 7 day itinerary we would give to our best friends. We break down the philosophy that "energy management is everything" and show you exactly how to pace your Disney World family vacation:Day 1 (Arrival): Why you should skip the theme parks on travel day and head to Disney Springs instead.Day 2 (Magic Kingdom): Why you must tackle the emotional centerpiece of your trip while you are rested and fully charged.Day 3 (EPCOT): Exploring the World Showcase and hitting major attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.Day 4 (The Rest Day): The ultimate secret to surviving a week at Disney World—why taking a dedicated resort or pool day is absolutely non-negotiable.Day 5 & Day 6: Conquering the intense thrills of Hollywood Studios and the incredible wildlife of Animal Kingdom after you've recharged.Day 7 (The Joy Day): How to end your trip intentionally with a relaxed return to your favorite park and one final look at Cinderella Castle.Take Action & Launch Discount! Want this entire day-by-day plan in a format you can print and take right into the parks? Grab our 60-page "Walt Disney World First-Timer's Complete Planning Guide" for just $27 at MyDisneyBrain.com. Use the special promo code MAGIC10 at checkout for 10% off your purchase!Don't forget anything at home! You can also grab our Disney Packing Perfection Checklist Bundle (which includes a master list, a daily park bag checklist, and a kids/family list) for just $17 at MyDisneyBrain.com.If this episode helped you map out your perfect disney world trip, please subscribe and share it with a friend who is planning a Disney vacationNew Opening / My Disney Brain 2023Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE New Closing / My Disney Brain 2023Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREESupport the show

Authority requires more than expertise. It demands intentional delegation and the courage to stop doing everything yourself. This episode of the Influential Voices of Authority Podcast features host Erik K. Johnson and guest Louis Swart, a serial entrepreneur who has mastered the art of leveraging teams and systems to scale businesses and build undeniable authority in any niche.   Important Links: Louis' free guide: 150 Things You Can Delegate Today: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/delegate Explore Louis' services and agency: ironbrij.com.au Connect with Louis Swart: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louistswart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachlouistswart LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachlouisswart/ Book your Podcast Authority Audit with Erik: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching   Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/apple Spotify: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/spotify Website: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/podcasts   Episode Segments: 00:09 "How to Get Noticed and Build Authority" 01:10 "Grow Your Authority with Podcast Appearances" 02:45 "Overcoming the Little Voice and Imposter Syndrome" 03:16 "Start Small and Grow Your Confidence" 04:36 "From Mouse Business to Plumbing Empire" 07:09 "The Harsh Reality of Doing Everything Yourself" 08:54 "Scaling Up to a Multi-Million Dollar Exit" 12:52 "Coaches' Biggest Challenge: Doing It All Alone" 13:27 "The 2,000 Hour Rule: Valuing Your Time" 15:41 "Delegating for Exponential Growth" 17:49 "The Gut Punch of Business Reality" 21:04 "Testing Offers and Letting the Market Decide" 22:09 "How Solopreneurs Can Start Delegating" 24:00 "Agency vs. DIY: Pitfalls in Hiring Help" 27:30 "3 Essential Delegation Strategies for Success" 31:28 "Success Story: Freeing Up Headspace for Growth" 34:54 "Why Visibility Is Non-Negotiable" 36:09 "Strangers Who Feel Like Friends: The Authority Effect" 37:30 "150 Things You Can Delegate—Free Resource" 38:44 "If I Started Over: Lessons in Testing and Sales" 40:08 "Why Selling Is Service" 41:35 "Access to Instant Team Resources" 42:37 "How to Connect with Lou and Take Action" 51:21 "Supporting Healthcare Authorities: Erik's Mission"   Key Takeaways: - Why Authority Requires Delegation Louis and Erik unwrap the damaging myth that solopreneurs should do it all themselves. True authority comes when you focus on what only you can do and delegate the rest.   - From Struggling Owner to Systemized Success Louis shares how failing to delegate destroyed the value of his first business, while embracing systems and teams produced a multi-million dollar exit the second time around.   - 3 Simple Delegation Habits Louis' practical strategies to vet, communicate with, and empower virtual assistants.   - The Competitive Edge: Podcast Interviews Visibility through interviews not only builds instant credibility but provides endless social content to multiply your reach, and curb imposter syndrome.   - Let the Market Decide: Test and Iterate Stop guessing. Launch, test, and double down on what your clients will actually pay for.   - Free Your Headspace Clients who delegate find more clarity, creativity, and revenue. Louis' framework shows how to systemize your business and finally become the public face of your brand.   Episode Highlights: The emotional impact of learning your business is worthless if you don't delegate Why working only in your business means nobody wants to buy it How to ensure virtual assistants deliver results without overwhelm or culture clash The power of social proof: leveraging podcast appearances and "starstruck" moments Setting a true hourly value for your leadership, and avoiding $10 tasks Why testing different markets beats gut feelings or friends' opinions   Resources: Get Louis' free guide: 150 Things You Can Delegate Today: http://www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/delegate Explore Louis' services and agency: ironbrij.com.au Connect with Louis Swart: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louistswart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachlouistswart LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachlouisswart/   Ready to strategically grow your podcast authority? Book your Podcast Authority Audit with Erik: https://podcasttalentcoach.com/coaching   Next Week: Next week Erik sits down with Dr. Paul Etchison, a dentist who turned his podcast into the engine behind a million-dollar coaching business. You'll discover how he transforms cold leads into a steady stream of high-value, ready-to-buy clients.   PODCAST AUTHORITY AUDIT You've published the episodes. You've stayed consistent. You know your content is good. And yet… You're not being seen as the authority in your niche Your podcast isn't creating the level of influence or opportunity you expected People listen—but they don't take action And you sound professional… but not unforgettable The truth? Consistency alone doesn't create authority. Intentional leadership does. Are you ready to turn your podcast into an authority engine and not just more content? Would you like to move from best-kept secret to recognized authority? Let me audit your podcast and find the gaps. Go to www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching, click the button and apply to have a chat with me. We will uncover your authority positioning problem, develop your plan to succeed, and see how I can help and support you to achieve your podcast goals. Get your Podcast Authority Audit at www.PodcastTalentCoach.com/coaching.

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We break down why taking action isn't the scary part and why the real fear is losing the old identity that keeps you comfortable. We share how commitment means moving before you feel ready and how raising your standards starts with giving yourself permission to belong. • fear as a signal of unfamiliarity, not real danger • the “death” of an old identity as the cost of growth • current identity as the comfort zone that resists change • growth feeling like loss before it feels like gain • commitment defined as taking action before readiness • procrastination as identity misalignment and imposter syndrome • failure and rejection as necessary catalysts for expansion • beliefs vs self and the discomfort of changing your mind • a Delta One upgrade story as a lesson in standards and permission In 2026, I challenge you to do it even when you feel like you're not ready. Do it while you're afraid. If you are a business owner, founder, coach, healer, or business professional, then the Embodied Leadership Collective is for you. Helping you grow your business on the outside, by becoming the CEO of your life on the inside. Find out more here

In this episode, real estate expert Akshay Devendra shares his journey from a beginner investor to an industry leader, highlighting key strategies for building a successful real estate portfolio. He discusses the importance of market awareness, creative financing, and identifying overlooked opportunities such as distressed and affordable housing. Akshay also emphasizes the value of protecting investments through proper due diligence, building strong relationships through trust and transparency, and leveraging existing capital to scale effectively in today's market.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this powerful episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Rednam sits down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Saiqa Khan to discuss a journey that goes far beyond the operating room. While Dr. Khan is an expert in high-definition body contouring and aesthetics, her most transformational lessons have come from her role as a mother to a daughter with a rare syndrome. They dive into: ✨ The 5-Step Framework: Dr. Khan's personal system for navigating unexpected challenges (Surrender, Change Beliefs, Attune, Take Action, Evolve). ✨ Identity Shifts: How she balanced finishing her surgical training while becoming a "world expert" on her daughter's rare diagnosis. ✨ The Power of Attunement: Learning to communicate and thrive with a non-verbal child through deep connection. ✨ Asking for Help: Why vulnerability is actually a sign of strength for high-achieving women. ✨ Remy's Ranch: Dr. Khan's inspiring vision for a foundation and retreat to support special needs families. This is an honest conversation about resilience, shifting perspectives, and finding the "fortitude" to dream bigger when your original plan changes

In today's podcast devotional, Pastors Kerrick & Racquel encourage you to take a step of faith by taking action toward what God has called you to do.

Jeff Mains sits down with Jim Effner, founder of P2P Group and a 36-year veteran of Northwestern Mutual, where he grew a firm from 63 to 127 financial advisors and nearly 400 total staff before selling and launching his own boutique sales training company. Jim breaks down what truly separates elite sales performers from everyone else — and it's not the strategy. It's mindset, belief system, and the willingness to do uncomfortable work consistently. Jim shares hard-won lessons on scaling a team, why he walked away from seven-figure job offers to build something from scratch, and why "scripting" is a dirty word but "language mastery" is everything. Whether you're a SaaS founder leading sales or a sales pro trying to move from good to great, this episode delivers a no-excuses blueprint for predictable, high-performance results.Key Takeaways4:51 — **Why Jim chose to teach sales:** There's almost no elite-level coaching taught by people who have actually done it at the highest level. Jim saw a unique gap and the credibility to fill it.6:20 — **Leadership mindset shift:** What it takes to go from managing a small team to leading 400 people — and why trust in your direct reports becomes your most critical asset.7:22 — **You need a team:** As a firm scales, the CEO can no longer control everything. The right people around you are everything — learning to let go is non-negotiable.10:11 — **Only do what you love:** Jim walked away from seven-figure corporate offers to build a small, focused company doing exactly what he's gifted at — a lesson in radical specialization.12:43 — **What separates elite performers:** Desire, expectations, and willingness to connect the dots. You can't want it more for them than they want it for themselves.14:41 — **The men's fitness magazine test:** Jim's famous interview technique — everyone says they want a million dollars, but almost nobody is willing to pay the price to get there.16:28 — **Belief systemstrategy: Belief is the foundation. Great systems with a broken mindset will fail. A powerful belief system can compensate for an imperfect strategy.17:33 — **The internal gap:** Most high-potential performers are held back by subconscious self-defeating thinking rooted in fear — not lack of skill.20:47 — **Entrepreneurs are wired differently:** Jim turned down multiple seven-figure opportunities to build from scratch — not because he wasn't scared, but because quitting was never on the table.24:59 — **Nobody knows who you are (yet):** Jim was a legend inside Northwestern Mutual. Outside of it, nobody cared. Building credibility in a new market takes years — plan for it.27:01 — **Language mastery vs. scripting:** Mastering your language doesn't make you a robot — it frees up mental bandwidth so your body language, tone, and presence can do the real selling.33:01 — **Hiring sales talent:** Past performance is the best predictor. If someone hasn't been a top performer after multiple sales jobs, don't bet on training fixing it.37:47 — **What makes businesses succeed:** Desire, self-awareness, and refusing to quit short of the vision. The people who finish the marathon decided they were finishing it before they started.41:28 — **You're never fully prepared for the top seat:** Every leader who steps up says "there was no manual for this." You prepare as much as you can, then you learn as you go.Tweetable Quotes"I can take somebody that's good and turn 'em into great, but I can't take somebody that's mediocre and do anything with them." — Jim Effner"Everybody says yes to making a million dollars. Very few people are willing to pay the price to actually get there." — Jim Effner"If you had a great belief system but a bad strategy, you could get away with it. If you had great strategy but a bad belief system, you're screwed." — Jim Effner"When you wing it, you're dependent on bringing your A game — and we don't get out of bed with our A-plus game every day." — Jim Effner"Outside Northwestern Mutual, nobody knows who Jim Effner is. Nobody cares. You have to earn it. That was a big awakening." — Jim Effner"I don't want people to think I'm superhuman. I have moments where I'm in a funk. But quitting? Throwing in the towel? Never." — Jim Effner"It's not scripting — it's language. And language has to be real, authentic, and meaningful. You have to believe it." — Jim Effner"You can never be fully prepared to sit in that seat. Once the buck stops with you, you learn as you go." — Jim EffnerSaaS Leadership Lessons1. Scale requires letting go of control. Jim grew his firm from ~200 to 400 people by building a leadership layer he trusted completely. At that size, you can't double-check everything. Founders who can't delegate will become the ceiling of their own company.2. Specialize ruthlessly — then dominate. Jim walked away from multi-million-dollar job offers to build a small, highly focused training company doing only what he does best. The lesson: stop chasing broad opportunities. Go narrow, go deep, go legendary.3. Belief system is the infrastructure — strategy is the software. Most SaaS founders invest in strategy, tools, and playbooks. Jim argues that without a strong belief foundation, all of that falls apart under pressure. Investing in mindset isn't soft — it's structural.4. Consistent language creates consistent results. SaaS teams that wing their messaging, demos, and sales conversations get inconsistent outcomes. Building language systems — repeatable, authentic, practiced — is what converts potential into predictable revenue.5. Past performance is your best hiring signal. 70% of sales reps don't hit quota — and none of them say so on their resume. Jim's filter: don't hire someone over 30 for a sales role unless they've been in the top 5–10% at previous jobs. Good interviewers ask situational questions that can't be faked.6. Building brand from scratch takes longer than you think. Jim was famous inside his company. Outside it, he was nobody. SaaS founders who launch assuming reputation will transfer are in for a rude awakening. Budget years — not months — for market credibility to build.Guest ResourcesMEDIA KIT HERE: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XjWBx1s6c_f80IAu1_rG92WELosHHNxOyeiEN9LDhuw/edit?tab=t.0Episode SponsorThe Futureproof Series - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfkXKUPZ5xuOqMPR7_gzGybncTtavyR1NThe Captain's KeysSmall Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbigpond.com/ Use the promo code ‘SaaSFuel'Champion Leadership Group – https://championleadership.com/SaaS Fuel ResourcesWebsite - https://championleadership.com/Jeff Mains on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkmains/Twitter - https://twitter.com/jeffkmainsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thesaasguy/Instagram - https://instagram.com/jeffkmains

In this 15 minute podcast: -Arizona passes a term limits convention resolution, becoming the 14th state pushing for a constitutional amendment and intensifying pressure on Congress. -Public frustration with Congress surges as approval ratings hover near historic lows, while bipartisan support for term limits remains overwhelming. -Congressman Eric Swalwell resigns amid new misconduct allegations, spotlighting accusations of corruption and conflicts of interest tied to opposing term limits. -Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick also resigns ahead of an ethics hearing, while longtime Congressman David Scott passes away after years of declining health in office. -The episode argues that entrenched incumbency, scandal, and aging leadership all demonstrate the urgent need for term limits, as momentum grows both in the U.S. and globally. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Kimmer and Pete react to Mike Vrabel facing renewed scrutiny as allegations and past behavior resurface, raising serious questions about accountability in the NFL. From potential league involvement to whether teams actually enforce consequences, we dive into the bigger issue: does success protect people in positions of power? With comparisons to past NFL controversies, we discuss what could happen next—and whether anything actually will.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul was able to be confident in the storm as he kept his focus on his responsibility and trusted God. See how as Brett Andrews shares.Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below.If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

Growing churches and declining churches handle their facilities very differently — and it often has nothing to do with budget or building size. In this episode, Scott and A.J. break down three practical philosophies that healthy, growing churches apply to their physical spaces that plateaued or declining churches tend to overlook. Scott Ball and A.J. Mathieu are the co-hosts of the Church Revitalization Podcast, produced by the Malphurs Group, a church consulting organization dedicated to helping churches grow healthy and reach their communities. Each week, Scott and A.J. bring practical, actionable insights for pastors and church leaders navigating the challenges of revitalization and growth. [3:06] Point 1: Treating Your Facility as a First Impression Tool, Not Just a Container for Sunday Services [7:43] Point 2: How Growing Churches Maximize Their Space Beyond Sunday Morning [12:54] Point 3: Letting Your Space Reflect Your Priorities, Not Your History [17:10] Practical Example: Auditing Outdated Spaces and What They Communicate to New Guests [19:31] How to Conduct a Facility Audit and Take Action on What You Find Free 7-Day Trial of the Healthy Churches Toolkit: https://healthychurchestoolkit.com Episode Article: https://malphursgroup.com/337 Facebook: https://facebook.com/malphursgroup Instagram: https://instagram.com/malphursgroup YouTube: https://youtube.com/themalphursgroup X: https://x.com/malphursgroup

Chuck and Kevin Klinkenberg explore why progress comes from people who stop waiting for permission and start doing things locally. They look at incremental developers, neighborhood groups, and the limits of top-down systems in cities like Kansas City. Along the way, they wrestle with incentives, housing, and how much order a city actually needs. Additional Show Notes Kevin Klinkenberg (LinkedIn) The Messy City Podcast (Spotify) The Messy City (Substack) The Messy City (Site) Chuck Marohn (Substack)   This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you!

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