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Susan Inouye is a transformational executive coach and best‑selling author who helps leaders build cultures of engagement and belonging. We explore her Sawubona approach, which means “I see you,” and the five leader shifts that move teams from control to connection, conformity to seeing and accepting, expectations to intentions, authority to authenticity, and bottom‑line myopia to belonging. We learn to ask people what it takes to engage them, spot their innate gifts, and align work to strengths. We also see how receiving feedback without judgment opens trust across generations. Susan's stories show how leaders who get present, praise the gift behind the action, and create meaningful work see retention rise and results follow. We leave with practical ways to create workplaces where we feel seen, heard, and part of something bigger. Highlights 1. Lead with connection - Learn to be present, listen without judgment, and make people feel seen so trust and ideas flow. 2. Spot innate gifts - Identify what energizes each person and align roles and projects to those natural strengths. 3. Shift expectations to intentions - Trade rigid “shoulds” for clear intentions that encourage learning, ownership, and creativity. 4. Model authentic leadership - Share real experience, invite two‑way dialogue, and let credibility come from wisdom, not title. 5. Build belonging on purpose - Tie work to shared meaning and values so we stay engaged, resilient, and motivated. Resources Mentioned The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment) How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done? You demonstrate and empower The Courage of a Leader. In my nearly 3 decades of work with leaders, I've discovered the 11 things that leaders do – even very well-intentioned leaders do – that kill productivity. In less than 10 minutes, find out where you're empowering and inadvertently kills productivity, and get a custom report that will tell you step by step what you need to have your team get more done. https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/ About the Guest: Susan Inouye is a transformational executive coach who has guided leaders in 600 companies across 40 industries. Her coaching blends practices of mind, heart, and body, influenced by training with a 7th-degree Black Belt Aikido sensei and insights from the HeartMath Institute. This holistic approach strengthens emotional intelligence and transforms organizations into sustainable, thriving cultures. At the core of her work is Sawubona Leadership, inspired by the Zulu phrase “I see you,” which promotes inclusive cultures that value authenticity. A bestselling author of Leadership's Perfect Storm, Susan highlights the influence of millennials on leadership today while also championing women leaders who create compassionate, purpose-driven organizations. Based in Los Angeles with her husband Tony, she continues to inspire leaders worldwide through coaching, retreats, and culture-building initiatives. She can be reached at: https://susaninouye.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-inouye-083384b/ About the Host: Amy L. Riley is an internationally renowned speaker, author and consultant. She has over 2...
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Introduction Alright, let's cut to it. You're here because you're tired of the grind. The endless hustle. The feeling that you're always chasing something just out of reach. We're diving deep today. No fluff. Just the raw truth about what separates those who *achieve* from those who merely *aspire*. We're talking about identity. Not what you *do*, but who you *are*. Because when you shift that, everything shifts. We're unpacking the science behind your success. The hidden edge. The exact mechanisms in your brain that either hold you back or propel you forward. Get ready to move from transactional to transformative. From doubt to decisive. From hustle to alignment. This is where the real deals get done. Here's what we're covering: The Identity Shift: Beyond Transactional Goals Why tying goals to identity unlocks powerful motivation. The science behind recruiting stronger brain circuits. Moving from "I want" to "I am." Working Backwards: Consulting-Level Precision Neville Goddard's "thinking from the end" and its scientific backing. The brain's reward system: activating dopamine through purpose. Deactivating doubt: The ventromedial prefrontal cortex at work. Calming the amygdala by visualizing certainty. Prioritizing Actions: Returns and Exploration Focusing on high-return activities. The crucial role of exploration and embracing the unknown. How curiosity calms your fear center. Letting go of the "how" to embrace possibility. The Science of Alignment: Trust Over Cortisol Rewiring your neurochemical baseline. Shifting emotional associations from pressure to purpose. The default mode network and narrative identity. The power of the "Bardo state" – the space of possibility. Embodying Your Future Self: The "Be, Do, Have" Blueprint Transforming identity, not just chasing results. The neuroscience of belief and self-anchoring confidence. The truth: Your brain backs your belief. Acting from your highest and best good. Honest Overview This episode cuts through the noise. It's about shifting your focus. Stop chasing results. Start embodying your desired identity. The core message? Your identity drives your actions. Your actions shape your reality. Science proves it. Key takeaways: Transformative goals beat transactional ones. Tie your goals to who you are, not just what you get. Your brain rewards identity-based motivation. Think from the end. Work backward with precision. Visualize your desired state as already achieved. This calms your fear center and builds certainty. Embrace curiosity and exploration. Prioritize actions based on their potential return, but don't neglect the unknown. Sometimes the greatest leaps come from stepping outside the predictable. Hesitation is a dead end. Decisiveness, rooted in identity, is the path forward. Stop the hustle. Start aligning. It's not just a nice idea. It's a neurological rewiring. The deal is already done. Act like it. Books The Science of Getting Rich People Brandon (Speaker) Neville Goddard Price Pritchett Joseph Dispenza Bob Proctor Bruce Lipton Websites Psychology Today (Mentioned implicitly in relation to article content)
Ierakstot interneta meklētājā angļu vārdu „agility”, ko tulko kā veiklība, algoritms piedāvās neskaitāmu skaitu vingrinājumu, kas domāti cilvēka veiklības uzlabošanai. Šoreiz raidījumā Kā labāk dzīvot mazāk par cilvēkiem, bet vairāk par suņiem un viņu veiklības treniņiem. Adžiliti ir sporta veids, kurā suns, klausot saimnieku, pārvar dažādus šķēršļus noteiktā trasē! Sunim tā ir kā spēle un rotaļa kopā ar saimnieku. Plašāk stāsta Natālija Sokolova, kura nodarbojas ar šo sporta veidu, un trenere, starptautiskās kategorijas tiesnese Lidija Beļajeva kopā ar šeltiju Varju. Pieredzē dalās Saiva Pekuse. Viņa ir četrus gadus veca Austrālijas ganu suņa saimniece. Kad suņa riešana sāka traucēt gan pašiem, gan kaimiņiem, kinologs ieteica suni aizvest uz adžiliti nodarbībām. Lidija Beļajeva iepazīstina ar adžiliti: ir vairāki šķēršļi, dažādas barjeras, bumbas, slaloms, kuras suņiem jāpārvar noteiktā secībā un mēs kā treneri suni vedam cauri trasei noteiktā secībā un pēc iespējas ātrāk. Kurš ātrāk pieveiks bez kļūdām, tas arī uzvar. Šajā veiklības sporta veidā notiek gan vietējās, gan starptautiskas sacensības, ir cilvēki, kuri vienkārši nāk treniņā un nekad nepiedalās sacensībās, vienkārši suņa veselībai, savai veselībai, jo cilvēkam tur arī ir diezgan daudz jāpaskrien. Adžiliti uzlabo cilvēka un suņa savstarpējo kontaktu, jo suns skrien bez pavadas, bez siksnas lielā ātrumā un klausās. "Suņiem patīk skriet. Sākumā var motivēt ar kārumiņu vai mantiņu, kas nu kuram patīk. Pēc tam viņam vienkārši patīk pats process, patīk skriet, patīk piedalīties, kopā ar savu saimnieku kaut ko padarīt. Tad vairāk nevajag ne ar ko motivēt. Viņš atnāk uz laukuma un ir tik motivēts kaut ko darīt, ka tik skrien," stāsta Lidija Beļajeva. Ne visu šķirņu suņi var trenēties, lai piedalītos sacensībās, bet savam priekam piedalīties noteikti var daudzi. "Adžiliti ir kolosāla brīnumtabletīte, kā risināt suņu uzvedības problēmas, bet treniņiem nav jābūt septiņas reizes nedēļā," uzskata Natālija Sokolova. "Mans stāsts, kāpēc es atnācu adžilti, ir saistīts ar to, ka tad, kad tu lasi aprakstu par šķirnes izvēli, tev liekas - man būs visgudrākais suns pasaulē. Tad tu saskaries ar to, ka visgudrākajam sunim pasaulē ir vajadzīga mentāla slodze. Tie, kuri paņem aktīvas suņu šķirnes, kuras ir ar augstu IQ, rēķinieties, ka jums būs jādod mentālā slodze," pieredzē dalās Natālija Sokolova. "Manā gadījumā viss tik perfekti salikās, ka nāca adžilti, bet es sapratu to, ka ir jāiemāca arī paklausības pamati. Jo adžiliti ir par ļoti ciešu kontakta izveidi starp saimnieku un suni, bet bez kaut kādiem pamatiem, ka sunim ir, piemēram, jāpaliek startā, tu nevari to visu izveikt."
Atklājot jauno Latvijas Nacionālā simfoniskā orķestra (LNSO) sezonu, svinīgi pasniegta LNSO fonda Izcilības balva, kas tikusi klarnetistam Mārtiņam Circenim, savukārt speciālbalva piešķirta arfistei Ievai Šablovskai. Balva 5000 eiro apmērā pasniegta kā atzinība mūziķiem par teicamu profesionālo sniegumu, inovatīvām un radošām idejām repertuāra izstrādē kamermūzikas ciklos un izglītojošajos koncertos, kā arī par aktivitātēm, kas stiprina LNSO tēlu Latvijas un pasaules kultūras vidē. LNSO 100. sezonas rezidējošais komponists būs Pēteris Vasks, savukārt rezidējošā māksliniece – čelliste Kristīne Blaumane. Šos jaunumus šodien preses konferencē pavēstīja LNSO direktore Indra Lūkina. Tajā piedalījās arī Latvijas Nacionālās operas un baleta valdes priekšsēdētājs Sandis Voldiņš, LNSO fonda pārstāvis Jānis Jenzis un diriģents Tarmo Peltokoski. Sezonas atklāšanā Latvijas Nacionālajā operā un baletā (LNOB) 13. un 14. septembrī skanēs austriešu komponista Gustava Mālera Astotā jeb "Tūkstošu simfonija". LNOB, LNSO un Valsts Akadēmiskais koris "Latvija" kopā ar Rīgas Doma meiteņu kori "Tiara" un solistu ansambli – soprāniem Silju Ālto, Čenu Reisu un Anniju Kristiānu Ādamsoni, mecosoprāniem Justīnu Gringīti un Zandu Švēdi, tenoru Tuomasu Katajalu, baritonu Rinaldu Kandalincevu un igauņu basu Ainu Angeru – atskaņos šo vērienīgo Mālera skaņdarbu. Atskaņojuma muzikālā vadība būs somu diriģenta Tarmo Peltokoski rokās. Indra Lūkina atzīmē, ka ar Mālera simfoniju orķestris atklāj 100. jubilejas sezonu, vienlaikus šis ir pēdējais koncerts mākslinieciskā vadītāja un galvenā diriģenta Peltokoski vadībā šādā statusā. Peltokoski pauda pateicību par sadarbību ar LNSO. "Esmu ārkārtīgi pateicīgs par aizvadītajiem trijiem gadiem, kas manā dzīvē bijuši tik nozīmīgi. Man būs vislabākās atmiņas par Rīgu. Es mīlu šo valsti, šo orķestri un jūs visus – gan klausītājus, gan orķestra ļaudis. Esmu pateicīgs, ka man tika dota iespēja te strādāt, pateicos arī par jauno titulu – tā, ka varēsim turpināt mūsu draudzību. Tiešām nevēlos doties projām, esmu ļoti skumjš. Teiksim tā – pagātnē esmu pieļāvis dažas kļūdas. Dzīve tiek plānota vairākus gadus uz priekšu. Un tur, kur esmu savu vārdu ierakstījis, ir ļoti grūti kaut ko mainīt. Labprāt būtu šeit vairāk, bet tas nebūs viegli, taču es centīšos. Šonedēļ, kad iezīmējas manas pagaidu atvadas, atskaņosim izcilāko, plašāko un skaļāko no visām simfonijām – Mālera astoto. Kāpēc gan nedoties projām ar blīkšķi! Šī tiek saukta par tūkstoš mūziķu simfoniju, mums gan tik daudz mūziķu nebūs, būs aptuveni 250 – ar to pietiks, jo mums pagaidām vēl nav atbilstošas koncertzāles, bet centīšos rūpēties arī par to. Būs aizkustinoša nedēļa, būs divi koncerti. Mālera Astotā simfonija ir viens no izcilākajiem darbiem cilvēces vēsturē. Simfonija ir divdaļīga, tas ir netipiski, turklāt tā rakstīta divās valodās. Tā tapusi 1906.tajā gadā – īsā laika periodā, vienas vasaras laikā. Komponists teicis: „Klausieties, kā skan visums! Tās vairs nav cilvēku balsis, bet saules un planētas, kas riņķo orbītā.” (Aptuveni tā, tas bija vāciski). Pirmā daļa ir latīņu valodā, veidota uz himnas „Nāc, radošais gars” bāzes, un, lai gan tā ir simfoniski veidota, tomēr vairāk atgādina kantāti vai moteti. Daļa nav ļoti gara, aptuveni 20 minūtes, bet ir ārkārtīgi skaļa. Ir vajadzīgi 3 kori, 7 solisti, ērģeles un lielisks orķestris. Otrā daļa – aptuveni stundu gara, tās pamatā – vācu literatūras dižākā darba - Gētes „Fausta” aina, kurā Fausta dvēsele dodas uz debesīm, viņu pavada agrākās mīļotās gars un sagaida Jaunava Marija. Viss noslēdzas ar izcilo kori – nezināmu cilvēku un eņģeļu balsis slavina mūžīgo sievišķo, lai kas tā arī nebūtu. Šī daļa tā skaisti pieliek – negribētu teikt punktu, bet drīzāk gan komatu kaut kam, kas iesākās 2022. gada janvārī man ar šo brīnišķīgo orķestri. Nākamvasar atgriezīšos Cēsu mākslas festivālā ar Vāgnera operu. Aizvadīto triju gadu laikā man bijusi tā laime atskaņot 3 Vāgnera operas – trīs pēdējos viņa pabeigtos darbus: „Zigfrīds”, „Dievu mijkrēslis” un „Parsifāls”. Tā kā „Parsifāls” ir viņa pēdējais darbs, mums nāksies hronoloģiski pakāpties atpakaļ, un būs ļoti loģiski izstāstīt Parsifāla dēla Loengrīna stāstu. Tas būs nākamgad augustā, gaidu ar nepacietību. Pēc tam tiksimies biežāk, jo man jāparūpējas par šo orķestri, koncertzāle man ir ļoti svarīgs projekts, jo gan šī valsts, gan šis orķestris ir pelnījis jaunu koncertzāli. Es arī vēlos iesaistīties jaunā mākslinieciskā vadītāja meklējumos. Orķestrim ir vajadzīgs labs mākslinieciskais vadītājs. Labāk, lai nav neviena, nekā ir slikts. Tāpēc vēlos būt klātesošs vismaz garīgi. Man šī nedēļa ir ļoti skumja, tāpēc nevēlos vairāk neko teikt – tiksimies divos koncertos šajā nedēļas nogalē." Peltokoski 2026./2027. gada sezonā kļūs par Tulūzas Nacionālā Kapitolijas orķestra un Honkongas filharmoniskā orķestra māksliniecisko vadītāju, iepriekš strādājot kā šo amatu pienākumu izpildītājam. Turklāt 2025./2026. gada sezonā viņš sāk trīs gadu rezidenci kā Dortmundes koncertzāles ekskluzīvais mākslinieks.
In this episode, learn how purpose-driven leadership, mentorship, and community-building can transform businesses, lives, and the future of the beauty industry with Beauty Gives Back Co-Founders Mireya Villarreal & Julie HightowerFollow/subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Like what you hear? Leave us a review!KEY TAKEAWAYS:
1 My son, if you have become collateral for your neighbor, if you have struck your hands in pledge for a stranger, 2 you are trapped by the words of your mouth; you are ensnared with the words of your mouth. 3 Do this now, my son, and deliver yourself, since you have come into the hand of your neighbor. Go, humble yourself. Press your plea with your neighbor. 4 Give no sleep to your eyes, nor slumber to your eyelids. 5 Free yourself, like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, like a bird from the snare of the fowler. 6 Go to the ant, you sluggard. Consider her ways, and be wise; 7 which having no chief, overseer, or ruler, 8 provides her bread in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest. 9 How long will you sleep, sluggard? When will you arise out of your sleep? 10 A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep— 11 so your poverty will come as a robber, and your scarcity as an armed man. 12 A worthless person, a man of iniquity, is he who walks with a perverse mouth, 13 who winks with his eyes, who signals with his feet, who motions with his fingers, 14 in whose heart is perverseness, who devises evil continually, who always sows discord. 15 Therefore his calamity will come suddenly. He will be broken suddenly, and that without remedy. 16 There are six things which Yahweh hates; yes, seven which are an abomination to him: 17 arrogant eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, 18 a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are swift in running to mischief, 19 a false witness who utters lies, and he who sows discord among brothers. 20 My son, keep your father's commandment, and don't forsake your mother's teaching. 21 Bind them continually on your heart. Tie them around your neck. 22 When you walk, it will lead you. When you sleep, it will watch over you. When you awake, it will talk with you. 23 For the commandment is a lamp, and the law is light. Reproofs of instruction are the way of life, 24 to keep you from the immoral woman, from the flattery of the wayward wife's tongue. 25 Don't lust after her beauty in your heart, neither let her captivate you with her eyelids. 26 For a prostitute reduces you to a piece of bread. The adulteress hunts for your precious life. 27 Can a man scoop fire into his lap, and his clothes not be burned? 28 Or can one walk on hot coals, and his feet not be scorched? 29 So is he who goes in to his neighbor's wife. Whoever touches her will not be unpunished. 30 Men don't despise a thief if he steals to satisfy himself when he is hungry, 31 but if he is found, he shall restore seven times. He shall give all the wealth of his house. 32 He who commits adultery with a woman is void of understanding. He who does it destroys his own soul. 33 He will get wounds and dishonor. His reproach will not be wiped away. 34 For jealousy arouses the fury of the husband. He won't spare in the day of vengeance. 35 He won't regard any ransom, neither will he rest content, though you give many gifts. Listen Donate Subscribe: Proverbs Daily Podcast Psalms Daily Podcast
Kādas ir izjūtas un pārdomas, atgriežoties Latvijā no citas zemes, kur vadīts kāds laiks – vai cerētais ir piepildījies un kas gaidāms nākotnē? Tiešraidē uzklausām stāstus Zemgalē. Šī gada pirmajos sešos mēnešos Zemgalē ar remigrācijas koordinatores atbalstu atgriezusies 51 persona, kas apliecina nemainīgu interesi par atgriešanos dzimtenē. Lai sekmētu veiksmīgu remigrācijas procesu, Zemgales plānošanas reģions sadarbībā ar pašvaldībām sniedz ne tikai informatīvu, bet arī finansiālu atbalstu – tas šajā pusgadā ļāvis jaunam uzņēmējam Bauskas novadā uzsākt darbību loģistikas nozarē. Par aicināšanu atgriezties un pieredzē par to, kā ir atgriezties Latvijā pēc garāka vai īsāka citā valstī aizvadīta laika, dalās Zemgales reemigrācijas koordinatore Anete Briņeca, garšvielu eksperts Gatis Vilciņš, Andris Tālbergs, kā arī "SFabrika.lv" Ingus Krots, jo, protams, svarīgas ir darba iespējas, atgriežoties Latvijā.
Maria chats with elementary school teacher (30 years as an educator!) and children's book author Lori Skala about her books The Road To Rosie and The Hair Tie. Proceeds from Lori's books go to animal rescue and pediatric cancer, her two passions.Give a listen and learn about Lori and her mission.Lori can be found on IG at storyloribooks or visit her website storyloribooks.com.
Ever had a marketing nerd moment in a grocery store aisle? That was me last week. I was shopping for soap and paper towels when I spotted two clever packaging choices that completely reframed everyday items—and stopped me in my tracks. And that got me thinking… What if we could borrow the same playbook as big consumer brands? In today's episode, I'm breaking down five powerful marketing strategies that mainstream brands use to breathe new life into their products—and how YOU, as a farmer, can adapt these ideas to your own veggie boxes, meat bundles, cheese, flowers, and more. These aren't complex. In fact, some are as simple as renaming a product or repositioning it for a new use. Here are the ideas we share in this episode, that you can start testing right away! Change the product shape or format to unlock new use cases Sell the benefit, not the product (think: gut health, energy, mood) Bundle and sample to encourage discovery Create new occasions to increase purchase frequency Tie products to identity and lifestyle for emotional resonance Try one of these ideas this week and see if it sparks new customer interest or encourages a repeat purchase! Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors: Local Line: Local Line is my farm's preferred e-commerce platform for farmers. Are you looking for a new solution for your farm? I can't recommend it enough. Easy-to-use inventory management, great customer service, continuous improvement, and a culture dedicated to equipping farmers with marketing expertise. Local Line is offering a free premium feature for free for one year on top of your paid subscription. Claim your discount by signing up for a Local Line account today and using the coupon code: MDF2025. Head to my special affiliate link to get started: www.mydigitalfarmer.com/localline Farm Marketing School: Marketing doesn't have to feel overwhelming! Farm Marketing School is my step-by-step system for building a profitable farm marketing plan. Inside, you'll get access to bite-sized marketing projects like:
Are our schools truly preparing the next generation for freedom, critical thinking, and real-world success—or are they quietly producing dependency, debt, and disconnection? Why do so many young people leave the classroom with diplomas in hand but little confidence, purpose, or practical skill? And if the system is broken, what responsibility do families and leaders have to create something better?This week's guest, Brett Pike, has not only asked these hard questions—he's acted on them. Once a top student in the very system he now critiques, Brett's awakening to the failures of modern education pushed him to reimagine what learning could look like. He is the founder of Classical Learner and creator of Homeschools Connected, where he equips families with the tools to raise critical thinkers, independent leaders, and skilled young adults.Brett's passion is contagious, his message is urgent, and his track record speaks volumes: from exposing “fake history” and faulty teacher training, to building a thriving community of parents reclaiming responsibility for their children's development. He believes in education that fosters resilience, entrepreneurship, and strong families—foundations for a free and flourishing society.If you've ever questioned the traditional school path, wondered how to protect your kids from cultural chaos, or simply asked yourself, “What skills actually matter before adulthood?”—this conversation is for you.Quotes:“You have to meet people where they're at and then within that, you could plant little seeds in their consciousness.”“With proper leadership from older people, young people could view dating and the opposite sex and marriage in a much healthier way.”“Your children should know their rights. That's just fundamental. They should not only know their rights, but they should have at least a basic idea of how to exercise and defend those rights.”Key Takeaways:Reclaim responsibility for education – Ask yourself: Am I outsourcing too much of my child's development to institutions? Identify one area this week where you can directly guide your child's growth (e.g., teaching financial basics, involving them in home projects).Practice intellectual self-defense – Learn and teach your kids the basics of logical fallacies and source evaluation. Start small: pick one news article together and break down whether its claims are supported by primary sources or emotional persuasion.Strengthen family leadership – Reflect on your own household: Am I leading with calm strength, or reacting with panic? Take one step to model leadership at home—such as setting a clear family goal, removing a personal vice, or intentionally spending time teaching a value.Prioritize real-world skills – Choose one practical skill (gardening, carpentry, entrepreneurship, or financial literacy) and commit to practicing it with your kids this month. Tie it to a real project, like building a simple item, selling something at a market, or setting up a budget.Build community intentionally – Evaluate your current circle of friends and peers. Are they aligned with your values, or are they pulling you and your family off course? Make it a goal this week to attend one local activity, club, or homeschool group that better reflects the culture you want for your children.Conclusion:Brett Pike challenges us to rethink what true education looks like—and more importantly, who is responsible for it. Schools may teach compliance, but families can cultivate freedom, resilience, and purpose. By reclaiming our role as the primary educators of our children, instilling critical thinking, and modeling strength in our own lives, we prepare the next generation not just to get by in the world, but to lead it.The real question isn't whether the system will change—it's whether we will step up and build something better.
Ministerstvo školstva vôbec nezohľadňuje rozdielnosť potrieb jednotlivých regiónov ani rozdielnosť potrieb jednotlivých rodín, hovorí o snahe ministra školstva zmeniť financovanie súkromných a cirkevných škôl špeciálna pedagogička Miroslava Robinson. Ide ministrovi školstva naozaj o znevýhodnené deti alebo je za tým snaha o posilnenie moci štátu?Stopka segregácii vo vzdelávaní a inklúzia prakticky za každú cenu verzus právo na slobodu výberu školy ako i rešpekt k právam rodičov na slobodné určenie budúcnosti ich vlastných detí. To je dilema, ktorú pred státisíce našich detí - ako aj ich rodičov, stavia aktuálna reforma vzdelávania z dielne ministra školstva. Legislatívne zmeny sa dotknú všetkých, od od materských až po vysoké školy. Asi najväčší odpor ale vyvolala snaha o zmenu financovania súkromných a cirkevných škôl. Tie pred týmito zmenami doslova bijú na poplach. Na jednej strane spisujú petície a rokujú o kompromisoch, na strane druhej hromadne zvonia na kostolné zvony a tlačia i na opozičné KDH. Zásadná otázka však znie: Vie o potrebách, ale aj o obmedzeniach našich detí viac akýsi múdry a dobrý "ujo štát" alebo o deťoch vedia viac ich vlastni milujúci a dane platiaci rodičia? Je silne segregačné školstvo - ktoré napriek všeobecnému vzdelávaniu až príliš často udržuje deti v pasci socioekonomických pomerov ich rodičov, naozaj našim kľúčovým problémom a ak áno, dá sa dosiahnuť súdržnosť žiactva a inkluzivita vo vzdelávaní necitlivými nátlakovými metódami a na úkor práv a slobôd tisícok detí a ich rodičov?No a napokon, kde v tomto všetkom ostali všetky tie sociálne či zdravotne znevýhodnené deti, o ktoré by tu malo isť v prvom rade? Vieme vlastne kto všetko sú tie "naše deti" a pre koho všetkého je tot naše školstvo? Má tento štát - ktorý dlhodobo a priam masovo zlyháva pri integráciíí akokoľvek odlišných detí, vôbec právo hovoriť súkromným školám ako i rodičom do toho, čo pre svoje deti chcú a ako ich majú vzdelávať? No a prečo je inklúzia tak veľmi dôležitá, prečo voči nej rastie odpor a ako ju robiť správne? "Rodičia sa snažia uľahčiť život svojim deťom, tým, že im uľahčujú prístup k veciam a podobne. chcem však zdôrazniť, že majstrom v športe sa človek nestane za týždeň, mesiac či rok tréningu. Tréning si vyžaduje odriekanie, pravidelnosť a akceptovanie pravidiel. My sme si však urobili z pohodlia tú najvyššiu možnú hodnotu a toto je ten problém s odolnosťou našich detí," dodáva Miroslava Robinson.Témy pre dlhoročnú špeciálnu pedagogičku a riaditeľku Súkromného centra poradenstva a prevencie Nová Stálica Miroslavu Robinson. Počúvate Ráno Nahlas, pekný deň a pokoj v duši praje Braňo Dobšinský.
Ministerstvo školstva vôbec nezohľadňuje rozdielnosť potrieb jednotlivých regiónov ani jednotlivých rodín, hovorí o snahe ministra školstva zmeniť financovanie súkromných i cirkevných škôl špeciálna pedagogička Miroslava Robinson. Ide ministrovi školstva naozaj o znevýhodnené deti alebo je za tým snaha o posilnenie moci štátu?Stopka segregácii vo vzdelávaní a inklúzia prakticky za každú cenu verzus právo na slobodu výberu školy ako i rešpekt k právam rodičov na slobodné určenie budúcnosti ich vlastných detí. To je dilema, ktorú pred státisíce našich detí - ako aj ich rodičov, stavia aktuálna reforma vzdelávania z dielne ministra školstva. Legislatívne zmeny sa dotknú všetkých, od od materských až po vysoké školy. Asi najväčší odpor ale vyvolala snaha o zmenu financovania súkromných a cirkevných škôl. Tie pred týmito zmenami doslova bijú na poplach. Na jednej strane spisujú petície a rokujú o kompromisoch, na strane druhej hromadne zvonia na kostolné zvony a tlačia i na opozičné KDH. Zásadná otázka však znie: Vie o potrebách, ale aj o obmedzeniach našich detí viac akýsi múdry a dobrý "ujo štát" alebo o deťoch vedia viac ich vlastni milujúci a dane platiaci rodičia? Je silne segregačné školstvo - ktoré napriek všeobecnému vzdelávaniu až príliš často udržuje deti v pasci socioekonomických pomerov ich rodičov, naozaj našim kľúčovým problémom a ak áno, dá sa dosiahnuť súdržnosť žiactva a inkluzivita vo vzdelávaní necitlivými nátlakovými metódami a na úkor práv a slobôd tisícok detí a ich rodičov?No a napokon, kde v tomto všetkom ostali všetky tie sociálne či zdravotne znevýhodnené deti, o ktoré by tu malo ísť v prvom rade? Vieme vlastne kto všetko sú tie "naše deti" a pre koho všetkého je tot o naše školstvo? Má tento štát - ktorý dlhodobo a priam masovo zlyháva pri integráciíí akokoľvek odlišných detí, vôbec právo hovoriť súkromným školám ako i rodičom do toho, čo pre svoje deti chcú a ako ich majú vzdelávať? No a prečo je inklúzia tak veľmi dôležitá, prečo voči nej rastie odpor a ako ju robiť správne? "Rodičia sa snažia uľahčiť život svojim deťom, tým, že im uľahčujú prístup k veciam a podobne. chcem však zdôrazniť, že majstrom v športe sa človek nestane za týždeň, mesiac či rok tréningu. Tréning si vyžaduje odriekanie, pravidelnosť a akceptovanie pravidiel. My sme si však urobili z pohodlia tú najvyššiu možnú hodnotu a toto je ten problém s odolnosťou našich detí," dodáva Miroslava Robinson.Témy pre dlhoročnú špeciálnu pedagogičku a riaditeľku Súkromného centra poradenstva a prevencie Nová Stálica Miroslavu Robinson. Počúvate Ráno Nahlas, pekný deň a pokoj v duši praje Braňo Dobšinský.
Firmy, ktoré systematicky chránia svoje duševné vlastníctvo, dosahujú vyššie tržby, vyplácajú atraktívnejšie mzdy a sú pre investorov dôveryhodnejšie. Na Slovensku je však povedomie o tejto téme stále pomerne nízke. Podľa štúdie Európskeho patentového úradu z roku 2021 podniky vlastniace registrované práva duševného vlastníctva vykazujú v priemere o päťdesiatpäť percent vyšší obrat na zamestnanca a poskytujú o dvadsať percent vyššie mzdy. V prípade držiteľov európskych patentov ide dokonca o rozdiel viac ako sedemdesiat percent. Matej Michalec, advokát a partner skupiny V4 Group, sa dlhodobo špecializuje na právo duševného vlastníctva, najmä na ochranné známky a dizajny Európskej únie. Pôsobil aj na Európskom patentovom úrade vo Viedni a Mníchove. „Ekonomické výhody sa prejavujú vo viacerých rovinách – vyššia výkonnosť, atraktívnejšie mzdy, ľahší prístup k financovaniu a lepšie možnosti spolupráce,“ vysvetľuje v rozhovore M. Michalec. Napriek týmto faktom má v Európskej únii registrované práva menej ako desať percent malých a stredných podnikov. Tie, ktoré ich vlastnia, však generujú približne o sedemdesiat percent vyššie tržby než konkurenti bez ochrannej stratégie. Okrem tradičných ochranných známok alebo loga sa dnes registrujú aj multimediálne, zvukové či hologramové označenia. Významné je aj strategické riadenie portfólií, najmä pre spoločnosti pôsobiace globálne. V Číne sa často stáva, že miestny partner si prihlási európsku známku ešte pred vstupom zahraničnej firmy na trh. Viac informácií sa dozviete vo videopodcaste: https://www.trend.sk/biznis/ochrana-dusevneho-vlastnictva-zvysuje-hodnotu-firiem-laka-investorov?itm_brand=trend&itm_template=listing&itm_modul=articles-rubric-list&itm_position=1
Stāsta mūziķe un diplomāte Vita Timermane-Moora. 2005. gada oktobrī Francijas lielākais laikraksts Le Monde rakstīja: „Eiropas Savienības jaunpienācēja, mazā Baltijas valsts Latvija ar galvaspilsētu Rīgu piedāvā daudznozaru festivālu Etonnante Lettonie, kas notiks no 30. oktobra līdz 10. decembrim četrās Francijas metropolēs: Parīzē, Strasbūrā, Lionā un Bordo. Instalācija Les Pierres parlantes, kas iecerēta kā Latvijas kultūras simbols, cirkulēs pa četrām pilsētām." Festivāls „Pārsteidzošā Latvija” ar vairāk nekā 70 projektu palīdzību pētīja Latvijas tradīcijas un radošumu mūzikā, skatuves mākslās, vizuālajā mākslā, literatūrā, kino, kultūras mantojumā. Tas bija pirmais liela mēroga valstiski koordinētais publiskās diplomātijas pasākums pēc Latvijas valsts atjaunošanas. Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga, mūsu prezidente, bija festivāla patronese, savukārt par festivāla krustvecākiem tika iecelta franču aktrise un režisore Dominika Blāna un izcilais mākslas zinātnieks Imants Lancmanis. Vai zini, kā tas sākās? Kad 2003. gadā Latvijas prezidente Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga oficiālā vizītē apmeklēja Parīzi, uz Elizejas pils kāpnēm viņu sagaidīja Francijas kolēģis Žaks Širaks, kurš ar autentisku franču eleganci noskūpstīja mūsu prezidentes roku, un toreizējā televīzija un prese nodrošināja, ka šis tēls saglabājās daudzās Latvijas un Francijas preses atmiņās. Var teikt, ka Eiropas tautas folklorā skūpsts ir atmodas simbols, pasakās tieši tas izvelk no miega dzīlēm apburtās princeses. Bet kāpēc „Pārsteidzošā Latvija”? Etonante Lettonie ir vārdu spēle, aliterācija ar „ton, ton”, un tā ir vēstnieka Rolanda Lappuķes ātra, rotaļīga ideja, sekojot iepriekšējo kultūras sezonu, piemēram, Armenie mon ami, Bresil-Bresils pēdām. L`ettonante Lettonie vai rezultātā Etonnante Lettonie rada muzikalitāti un ritmu, kas padara nosaukumu vieglāk iegaumējamu un priecīgāk uztveramu nekā, piemēram, vienkārši Saison de la Lettonie. Vārds "etonnante" franču valodā nes pozitīvu nozīmi – pārsteidzošs, apbrīnojams, aizraujošs. Liekot to kopā ar "Lettonie" Latvija tiek atklāta kā interesanta, oriģināla, neparasta, tieši tāda, kādu francūži to tobrīd nepazina. Tā ir mērķtiecīga ietekmes diplomātija caur valodas izvēli veidot labvēlīgu pirmo iespaidu. Etonnante Lettonie festivāla galveno vēstījumu un spilgtāko notikumu veidoja instalācija, informācijas telpa, performance un ceļojošs objekts Les Pierres parlantes jeb „Runājošie akmeņi”. Tie bija deviņi dažāda izmēra akmeņi, kas nāca no Latvijas laukiem un jūras malas. Tie bija skatāmi Parīzē, Lionā, Bordo un Strasbūrā. Šie akmeņi gan runāja, gan dziedāja. Deviņi akmeņi – deviņas dažādas izsmalcinātas, enerģiskas, smalkas vai pieticīgas latviešu personības, kas uzrunāja frančus franču valodā, stāstot viņiem par valsti, no kuras viņi nāk. Katrs akmens ar savu temperamentu un raksturu aizsāka diskusiju, kuras mērķis ir piesaistīt, informēt un arī izklaidēt Francijas iedzīvotājus. Jāatzīst, ka tā bija Latvijas reklāma ar scenogrāfijas elementiem cilvēku diplomātijas garā, un akmeņi kļuva arī par visa festivāla logo. Kā rakstīja Francijas prese, vienam no šiem akmeņiem ir seja, kuras acis pusatvērtas pārsteigumā, imitējot francūžu pēkšņu pārsteiguma izteiksmi, dzirdot vārdu Latvija. Deviņi akmeņi, kas mostas, tiklīdz uz tiem krīt skatiens, līdzīgi kā skūpsts, kas pamodina princesi ar vēlmi pārsteigt. Latvija ierodas Francijā. Katras stundas sākumā akmeņi pamodās, iedziedājās un galu galā daudzbalsīgi dziedāja jestro latviešu tautasdziesmu „Liku bēdu zem akmeņa”. Pirmo reizi Francijas iniciētā kultūras programma jeb kultūras sezona runāja par kultūras, ekonomikas un politikas mijiedarbību. Programma tiks salāgota visos valsts līmeņos – gan kultūras, gan ekonomikas, gan politiskā ziņā. Bet svarīgi, ka programmas izveides pamatā bija četri kritēriji: tā bija savstarpēji līdzvērtīgu institūciju sadarbība pēc vienošanās, līdzvērtīgas izmaksas, publicitātes nodrošinājums un sadarbības ilgtspēja. Kādi bijuši festivāla ieguvumi? Tiek lēsts, ka runājošos akmeņus redzēja un dzirdēja ceturtdaļmiljons apmeklētāju. Un sadarbība tiešām turpinājās. Prezidentes vizītes laikā no 2005. gada 7. līdz 9. novembrim tika pieņemts lēmums organizēt Francijas atbildes programmu Latvijā 2007. gada pavasarī, un tas bija „Francijas pavasaris”. Tik ātri, lai paspētu to realizēt pirms abu prezidentu pilnvaru termiņa beigām. Protams, jāatceras, ka Francijas prezidents Žaks Širaks oficiālā vizītē apmeklēja Latviju jau 2001. gadā un arī 2006. gadā NATO samita laikā Rīgā, un pēc abiem lielajiem festivāliem 2008. gada 23. maijā Latvijas un Francijas premjerministri parakstīja politisko deklarāciju par Latvijas un Francijas stratēģisko partnerību, kurā tika pārskatītas abu valstu attiecības pēc Latvijas pievienošanās Eiropas Savienībai un NATO un definētas svarīgākās vadlīnijas turpmākai divpusējai sadarbībai. Un mēs skaidri redzam, ka šī sadarbība turpinās arī šodien – turpinājums „Pārsteidzošajai Latvijai” un „Francijas pavasarim” bija arī Baltijas simbolistu izstādē Orsē muzejā Parīzē 2018. gadā.
Dvadsaťročia utajovania, šokujúce tvrdenia o sieti sexuálnych predátorov a urputný boj za pravdu vedený dvomi odhodlanými žiačkami. Tie vďaka sociálnym sieťam prebudili k životu utíchnuté svedectvá, spojili bývalé obete, vyšetrovateľov a vytvorili komunitu, ktorá si vynútila opätovné otvorenie prípadu. V tretej epizóde sledujeme nielen hľadanie spravodlivosti, ale aj silu odvahy zlomiť mlčanie a postaviť sa moci.Vypočujte si 3-dielnu letnú miniséri s názvom Trinásta komnata Vatikánu, ktorá vám priblíži príbeh nielen Catherine Cesnikovej. Túto sériu Kriminálnych spisov vám prináša DoubleStar - www.doublestar.skCREDITS: Námet a dramaturgia: Diana KacarováHlas: Martin KaprálikZvuková produkcia: Miroslav BaričičPodcast produkcia: Simona MičováPodcast Kriminálne spisy obsahuje násilné a sexuálne scény. Preto nie je vhodný pre poslucháčov mladších ako 18 rokov, ani pre citlivé povahy.*Nasledujúci príbeh vychádza z verejne dostupných informácií a oficiálnych zdrojov, ktoré sú spracované do beletrizovanej podoby, a preto okrem faktických informácií obsahuje aj tvorivé prvky dotvárajúce celkový príbeh.
What happens when you sit down with someone who has been both a trusted client and collaborator for more than two decades?Jennifer Lenter, Founder of Soundtrack Consulting sits down with host Natalie Benamou and together they explore the importance of trust being at the heart of all communication strategy. This conversation is both personal and deeply meaningful for host Natalie Benamou as Jennifer as they collaborated on very large trade show projects together and Jennifer is a valued member of HerCsuite®. Get the behind-the-scenes view from Jennifer who works with executives and helping them to communicate in times of constant change. Find out about Jennifer's career journey from engineering to corporate communications to launching her company, Soundtrack Consulting, Jennifer shares why trust is built not by having all the answers, but by starting with what's true.“Silence doesn't reduce uncertainty, it just transfers it to your team.” – Jennifer Lentner3 Leadership Takeaways✨ Start with what's true. Transparency builds trust faster than waiting for every answer.✨ Tie change to a North Star. When people see how each update connects to the bigger picture, they can adapt with more confidence.✨Communicate in layers. Use multiple formats and timing so information reaches people in the way they absorb it best.“People don't need perfection, they want direction and context.” – Jennifer LentnerPower MoveThe next time you hesitate to share an update, ask: What is true right now that will give my team direction and context? Share that, and follow up as you learn more.Heartfelt thanks to Jennifer Lentner for being both a longtime client and an inspirational member of HerCsuite®. This conversation is a reminder of how trust, context, and clarity shape leadership in every season of change.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About Jennifer LenterJennifer Lentner is an experienced internal communications leader who specializes in helping executives engage employees during times of growth and change. Known for simplifying complex information into clear, relatable messages, she equips leaders to communicate in a way that reflects their authentic style.For nearly 15 years, Jennifer built and led communications for a Fortune 500 division, guiding leaders through M&A, restructuring, leadership transitions, and business transformation. Today, through her firm Soundtrack Consulting, she partners with companies to strengthen employee engagement, scale leadership communication, and create straightforward strategies that deliver lasting impact.Website: https://www.soundtrackconsulting.comLinkedInNatalie Benamou is the Founder of HerCsuite® and host of Women Leaders on the Move, a Top 10 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She leads programs that support executive women in board service, portfolio careers, entrepreneurship, and leadership in the second half of their professional lives. Natalie also serves as President of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit advancing women's health.
Ukrainas militāri politiskās situācijas novitātes ir Ukrainas bruņoto spēku pieaugusī gaisa triecienu kapacitāte un tās ietekme uz Krievijas degvielas piegādi iekšējā un ārējā tirgū, parādījušās ziņas par Pentagona aizliegumiem amerikāņu tāldarbības raķešu lietošanai, kā arī Polijas prezidents uzlicis veto Ukrainas atbalsta likumprojektam. Pēc mēneša gaidāmās vēlēšanas Moldovā, kur nākas pievērsties Krievijas un Eiropas Savienības iesaistei, attiecīgi, pro- un antieiropeisko spēku atbalstam. Ārvalstu aktualitātes pārrunājam studijā kopā ar Latvijas Transatlantiskās organizācijas (LATO) vadītāju Sigita Strubergu un Latvijas Ārpolitikas institūta pētnieks un LATO valdes locekli Sandi Šrāderu. Maijas Sandu „pēdējā kauja” Šodien Moldovā paredzēta trīs Eiropas politikas smagsvaru vizīte – Kišiņevā sagaida Francijas prezidentu Emanuelu Makronu, Polijas premjerministru Donaldu Tusku un Vācijas kancleru Olafu Šolcu. Tas ir nepārprotams atbalsta žests Moldovas proeiropeiskajiem spēkiem – pie varas esošajai partijai „Rīcība un Solidaritāte” un prezidentei Maijai Sandu. Nākamās Moldovas parlamenta vēlēšanas, kurām jānotiek 28. septembrī, mediji jau nodēvējuši par prezidentes „pēdējo kauju” viņas valsts ceļā uz Eiropas Savienību. Iepriekšējās vēlēšanās 2021. gadā „Rīcība un Solidaritāte” pārliecinoši uzvarēja, iegūstot 63 no 101 deputāta vietas. Parlamentā iekļuva vēl tikai divi politiskie spēki: toreizējais Komunistu un sociālistu bloks ar 32 mandātiem un oligarha Ilana Šora dibinātā un sava dibinātāja vārdā nodēvētā partija ar sešiem mandātiem. Nākamais gads nesa Krievijas plaša mēroga iebrukumu Moldovas kaimiņvalstī Ukrainā, ukraiņu bēgļu plūsmu uz un caur Moldovu, destabilizētu ekonomisko un enerģētisko situāciju. Zīmīgi, ka dienās, kad krievu tanku kolonnas virzījās uz Kijivu, „Rīcības un Solidaritātes” reitingi būtiski kritās, pēc tam gan atkal atgūstoties līdz ar pozitīvākām ziņām no frontes. Izšķirošs moments bija Moldovas prezidenta vēlēšanas pagājušā gada oktobrī, vienlaicīgi ar konstitucionālo referendumu, kas ļāva valstij virzīties uz Eiropas Savienību. Maija Sandu tika ievēlēta uz otru termiņu ar apmēram 55 % balsu, savukārt referendumā proeiropeiskajiem spēkiem pozitīvā atbilde iegūta par mata tiesu – ar 50 un trīsdesmit piecām simtdaļām procenta. Kopš pēdējām vēlēšanām aizvadītajos gados „Rīcība un Solidaritāte” lielākoties palikusi sabiedrības aptauju līderos, tomēr pēdējos mēnešos tās pozīcijas nav spožas. Valdošajai partijai min uz pēdām jūlijā saformētais „Patriotiskais bloks”, kurā sociālistiem un komunistiem pievienojušās divas mazākas partijas – „Moldovas sirds” un „Moldovas nākotnes partija”. Oficiāli bloka lozungs ir starptautiski neitrāla un nepievienojusies Moldova, kas praksē, protams, nozīmē pavērt durvis Kremļa ietekmei. Daudz atklātāk prokremlisks ir Ilana Šora jaunais veidojums – bloks „Uzvara”, kura dibināšanas kongress jūlija sākumā notika Maskavā. Taču pēc tam, kad bloka saraksta „lokomotīve”, autonomā Gagauzijas reģiona gubernatore Jevgenija Gucula tika notiesāta uz septiņiem gadiem cietumā par nelegālu Krievijas finansējuma saņemšanu, Moldovas Centrālā vēlēšanu komisija atsauca bloka un arī to veidojošo atsevišķo partiju reģistrāciju vēlēšanām. Līdz ar to palielinājušās izredzes vēl diviem politiskajiem spēkiem: blokam „Alternatīva”, kura redzamākās figūras ir Maijas Sandu galvenais konkurents pērngada prezidenta vēlēšanās Aleksandrs Stojanoglo un agrākais premjerministrs Jons Kiku, kā arī partijai „Mūsu partija”. „Alternatīva” sevi vismaz oficiāli pozicionē kā proeiropeisku spēku, savukārt „Mūsu partijai” ir populistu un mērenu eiroskeptiķu reputācija. Ja vēlēšanu rezultāti aptuveni atbildīs pašreizējiem aptauju rādītājiem, tad „Rīcībai un Solidaritātei” var nākties meklēt sev kādu koalīcijas partneri. Ukraina rāda, ko spēj Strauji kāpušas degvielas cenas, milzu rindas pie benzīntankiem un degvielas iegādes normas dažos Krievijas reģionos – tāds ir Ukrainas gaisa uzbrukumu redzamais rezultāts. Kā ziņo laikraksts "The New York Times", Ukrainai jau izdevies izsist no ierindas apmēram sesto daļu no Krievijas naftas pārstrādes jaudām. Tai skaitā uz laiku tikusi apturēta piegāde pa naftas vadu „Draudzība”, pa kuru krievu naftas produktus saņem Ungārija un Slovākija. Ungārijas ārlietu ministrs Peters Sijarto jau paziņojis, ka viņa valsts atslēgšana no degvielas piegādēm esot uzbrukums tās suverenitātei. Tiek ziņots, ka Krievija savukārt turpina triecienus pa Ukrainas enerģētika infrastruktūru, draudot ar apkures problēmām nākamajā ziemā. Tomēr tendence ir nepārprotami iezīmējusies – Ukraina šai gaisa karā vairs nav „peramais zēns”, tās prettriecieni kļūst agresoram arvien sāpīgāki un līdz ar to Krievijas sabiedrībai pamanāmāki. Un tos nevar nepamanīt arī starptautiskajā arēnā, kur joprojām biezē migla ap Donalda Trampa un viņa administrācijas izredzēm apsēdināt Kremļa diktatoru un viņa Kijivas pretni pie viena sarunu galda, un šajā kontekstā joprojām aktuāls priekšstats, ka „Zelenskim nav kāršu”. Vēl viens potenciāls „trumpis” Kijivas rokās ir ziņa par sekmīgu Ukrainas spārnotās raķetes „Flamingo” izmēģinājumu noslēgumu. Raķetes darbības rādiuss ir līdz trīs tūkstošiem kilometru, kaujas lādiņa masa – līdz vienai tonnai. Tie ir rādītāji, kas pārspēj jebkuru līdzīgu ieroču veidu, kādu Ukrainai līdz šim nodevuši Rietumus sabiedrotie, pie tam liedzot tos lietot triecieniem Krievijas pamatteritorijā. Tikām neiepriecinošas ziņas pirmdien pienākušas no Varšavas, kur Polijas prezidents Karols Navrockis ar savu veto apturējis likumprojektu, kuram bija jāturpina poļu finansiālais atbalsts Ukrainai, tai skaitā pieejai globālajam saziņas tīklam Starlink no 1. oktobra. Tas, savukārt, draud iedragāt ukraiņu spēku taktiskās iespējas frontē un apdraud citas Ukrainas valdībai svarīgas informācijas drošu apriti un glabāšanu. Prezidenta Navrocka rīcībai ir iekšpolitiski motīvi. Nesen ievēlētais poļu politikas konservatīvās līnijas pārstāvis, kura platformā nozīmīgi ir „Polija pirmajā vietā” motīvi, vēlas apcirpt sociālās garantijas, kādas saņem Polijā patvērumu radušie Ukrainas bēgļi. Viņš grib, lai bērnu un veselības pabalstus turpmāk saņemtu tikai strādājoši bēgļi. Tas dotu Polijas budžetam nepilnu divu miljonu eiro ietaupījumu, tiesa, budžets būtu jāpārplāno. Sagatavoja Eduards Liniņš.
Fate is a dedicated graffiti writer from Los Angeles who also made his mark in the Bay Area. Growing up in the skateboarding and punk rock scenes of SoCal, he got into graffiti as a teenager and eventually joined the legendary crews MSK and AWR. After moving to San Francisco, Fate brought the LA mentality to the city and sought after hard-to-reach spots. He was a good friend of Tie (RIP) and a mentor to Norm (RIP). When his crew started having issues with Bay Area writers, Fate stepped up and participated in an epic battle that went down in graffiti history.For promo opportunities on the podcast, e-mail info@historyofthebay.com--History of the Bay Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3ZUM4rCv6xfNbvB4r8TVWU?si=9218659b5f4b43aaOnline Store: https://dregsone.myshopify.com Follow Dregs One:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1UNuCcJlRb8ImMc5haZHXF?si=poJT0BYUS-qCfpEzAX7mlAInstagram: https://instagram.com/dregs_oneTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@dregs_oneTwitter: https://twitter.com/dregs_oneFacebook: https://facebook.com/dregsone41500:00 Intro 02:16 Punk rock & skateboarding 07:59 Early graffiti 10:25 History of AWR 16:10 Cops and gangs19:45 Joining MSK / AWR28:50 Moving to the Bay39:48 SF graffiti44:35 LA x Bay rivalry51:33 Norm1:00:04 Tie1:09:37 Tie's death1:19:51 Painting the Tie ship1:26:14 MSK / ICP battle 1:33:07 UB “United Bay” 1:48:39 Moving back to LA 1:57:18 Angus Cloud
With all the things we have going on in our lives, it can be hard to find the time to be productive. And while I'm a firm believer in “good things take time”, if there's an opportunity for me to be as productive and effective as possible, in the shortest amount of time, you better believe I'm taking it! My money and finances have been a top priority for me for decades, and that has allowed me to learn tricks and hacks to manage my money as efficiently as possible. In this episode, I'm sharing 6 productive ways to manage your money in 10 minutes a day or less. Thankfully, you don't have to spend hours and hours on your finances to see results and reach your goals. Here's a glance at this episode: [01:55] If you haven't started tracking your spending regularly, Raya breaks down the importance of doing so for growth in your finances. [04:16] Building the habit of tracking your spending daily will result in you spending minimal time on this task, but get maximum benefit. [07:50] Regularly looking at your budget makes sure you're staying aligned with your goals and financial intentions. [11:34] Tie daily goals towards your bigger long-term goals. Break down those bigger goals, especially savings goals, into easier-to-manage chunks. [14:45] You don't have to spend long hours and a lot of time working on your finances. You can make an impact with strategic short-and-sweet tasks. Rate, Review, & Follow: Did you love this episode? Are you a fan of the City Girl Savings podcast? If so, please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps spread the word about City Girl Savings, and hopefully helps more people make the best money moves possible on the way to their dream life! To leave a review on Apple Podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, please make sure you're subscribed and following the City Girl Savings podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube! Resources mentioned in this episode: Let Raya create a budget plan for you! Learn about Raya's Financial Focus Coaching Program Follow City Girl Savings on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Join the City Girl Savings Facebook Group Subscribe to the City Girl Savings Newsletter!
There's a 7-Eleven store owner in Texas who won my respect some years ago. Never met the man, but I really respect his creativity. He had this particular problem every night in his parking lot. A bunch of teenagers would gather there and their rock music would blare from their cars and then they kind of took over their neighborhood with decibels. And when they left, they'd leave a trail of litter and broken bottles. Now, he could have gone out in the parking lot and yelled and screamed, and said, "You crazy kids, get out of here!" But he was much more creative and effective than that. He installed his own speakers on the roof of his store and started playing Mozart in the parking lot at night. His speakers were so big he was drowning out their speakers. I'll bet you could guess and guess correctly what happened! No more teenagers in the parking lot! They're not going to go near that Mozart stuff. His music cleared the parking lot. Now, that's a great way to win. I'm Ron Hutchcraft and I want to have A Word With You today about "Drowning Out the Disturbing Music." Now, our word for today from the Word of God comes from Deuteronomy 6. It is addressed to parents who have just moved out of the wilderness. They're moving into the Promised Land of Canaan, but it's a pagan place. They've been raising their children around people who believe what they believe. Now, they're going to have to raise their children in a pagan culture, a pleasure-mad, godless environment. There's going to be a lot of temptation for their kids, and the children will be hearing the siren song of Canaan blasting through the neighborhood. How do parents deal with all these pagan influences? It sounds like the atmosphere in which we're raising our kids, doesn't it? Do you go out and yell and scream against all the sin? That might not be the best approach. Deuteronomy 6, beginning with verse 6: "These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates." Seems like the strategy that God suggests here is to drown out the music of a godless earth with the music of a Christ-centered home. You can create in your family an island of sanity in an otherwise insane world. We hear all the appealing voices and temptations of a sinful culture, and oftentimes we act like we're afraid of that as if they really have something to offer. We cloister our kids; we try to pretend there is no other music. But God says in essence, "You can't stop the world from playing its alluring attractions for your children, but you can play the music of Jesus louder. How do you do that? Impress His teachings on your children. It doesn't just say tell them or teach them. It says to impress them. Now, if you want to make an impression on something physically, you've got to be right next to it, in touch with it. That's how you impress something. Well, see, this is close-up time! It's not just teaching Christian answers; it's spending lots of that close-up time with them. It's interweaving God talk and God values into their everyday activities. Wrapping them in your God stories. The best place to learn about Him, to see the reality of your faith is in the classroom of everyday life. It's debriefing your child daily from their venture into the world. The greater impression is when they see you loving Jesus, enjoying Jesus, meeting with Jesus yourself. Not so much pushing Jesus - enjoying Him; a spontaneous faith treats Jesus like the unseen member of our family; the decisive person in all the things that matter to you. The world can't play music like that, so don't waste a lot of time trying to fight the world's blaring music. Just play Jesus' song louder, with a living faith in your family.
In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of baby wearing with Jordan Morillo, a perinatal health OT, certified babywearing consultant, and toddler mom. We're talking everything from the ABCs of carrier choices to spotting a perfect carry (and avoiding the not-so-perfect ones). You'll learn how to safely position your baby, back carry like a pro, tandem wear without losing your mind, and even breastfeed on the go. We tackle fears, hot-weather hacks, and ethical carrier picks, so whether you're a newbie or a seasoned wearer, you'll walk away confident, informed, and ready to rock that baby wearing life. 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Baby Wearing 05:42 Key Safety Components: The ABCs of Baby Wearing 08:53 Understanding the M Position for Baby's Legs 15:21 Choosing the Right Baby Carrier 20:59 Addressing Common Concerns and Misconceptions 25:03 Risks and Benefits of Baby Wearing 29:36 Special Considerations for NICU and Preemie Babies 33:40 Misleading Marketing and Safety Testing 39:22 Addressing Baby's Discomfort with Carriers 39:45 Tips for Easing Baby into Baby Wearing 41:05 Understanding Baby's Resistance to Carriers 45:14 Debunking Myths: Baby Wearing and Clinginess 48:52 Breastfeeding Benefits and Baby Wearing 50:55 Toddler Wearing: Tips and Techniques 54:44 Tandem Wearing: Managing Two Kids 56:21 Forward Facing: When and How 01:00:21 Favorite Carriers for Different Scenarios 01:07:44 Water Safe Baby Wearing 01:11:22 Final Thoughts and Takeaways Guest Bio: Jordan Morillo is a perinatal health OT, certified babywearing consultant, and toddler mom, who is passionate about empowering families with the knowledge they need to babywear safely, comfortably, and with confidence. She provides parent support through worldwide virtual 1:1 consultations, home health services, and by sharing free resources and tutorials on social media. INSTAGRAM: Connect with HeHe on IG Connect with HeHe on YouTube Connect with Jordan on IG BIRTH EDUCATION: Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience! Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone! LINKS MENTIONED: Visit Motherhoodtherapyservices.janeapp.com to book a consultation with Jordan! Babywearing Resources Everyday Carriers Hoppediz Primeo – https://hoppediz.de/en/baby-carriers/primeo A buckle carrier that's perfect for smaller babies. Neko Tiny – https://www.nekoslings.com/en/ A stretchy wrap–buckle hybrid carrier for newborns. Solly Baby – https://sollybaby.com/ Lightweight stretchy wraps designed for comfort in the early months. Boba – https://boba.com/ Known for soft structured carriers and stretchy wraps. Ring Slings – Popular ones are from Sakura Bloom https://sakurabloom.com/collections/ring-sling and Mama & Roos https://www.mama-roo.com/collections/ring-slings Easy to adjust and stylish for on-the-go babywearing. Onbuhimo Buckle Carrier Strap-and-back-only carrier, ideal for toddlers who want up and down often. Forward Facing Options – ErgoBaby Omni https://ergobaby.com/omni-breeze-baby-carrier and Tula Explore https://babytula.com/products/explore-baby-carrier Safe forward-facing carry for older babies. Jordan's favorite ethical/organic brands: Ethically made, sustainable carriers with thoughtful design. Hope & Plum https://www.hopeandplum.co/collections/baby-carriers Heritage Baby Designs https://heritagebaby.ca/ LoveHeld https://loveheld.com/collections/shop-all-baby-carriers Beluga Baby https://belugababy.ca/ Size Inclusive Carriers Ring Slings – Sakura Bloom https://sakurabloom.com/collections/ring-sling, Mama & Roos https://www.mama-roo.com/collections/ring-slings Adjustable and versatile for all body types. Woven Wraps – Didymos https://www.didymos.de/en/Baby-Wraps/, Oscha Slings https://oschaslings.com/collections/baby-wraps Endless tying options for perfect fit and comfort. Keep Close(r) – https://keepcloser.com/ Designed specifically with plus-size parents in mind. Kinderpack – https://kindercarry.com/ Extended sizes and supportive structure for all bodies. Integra Baby – https://integrababy.co.uk/ Lightweight carriers with adjustable straps for inclusivity. Hope & Plum – https://www.hopeandplum.co/collections/baby-carriers Ring slings made for every parent's comfort. LoveHeld – https://loveheld.com/collections/shop-all-baby-carriers Soft, ethically made carriers with flexible sizing. Tula Belt Extenders – https://babytula.com/products/tula-waistband-extenders Expand Tula carriers for a more inclusive fit. Meh Dai Carriers – Didymos https://www.didymos.de/en/Meh-Dai/, BabyHawk https://babyhawk.com/ Tie-on carriers with a customizable fit. Lamb (Europe) – https://lamb-babycarriers.com/ European-made woven carriers, size-friendly. WildBird – https://wildbird.co/ Long-tail ring slings for flexible carrying options. Water Wearing Carriers Integra Solar – https://integrababy.co.uk/collections/integra-solar Quick-drying, lightweight carrier for water activities. Hope & Plum Hemp Sling – https://www.hopeandplum.co/collections/baby-carriers Breathable sling, perfect for summer and pool days. LoveHeld Hemp Carrier – https://loveheld.com/collections/shop-all-baby-carriers Durable hemp blend, suitable for water and sun. Aloha & Light Eco Silk Hemp Blend – https://alohaandlight.com/ Soft, eco-friendly slings designed for hot climates. Beachfront Baby – https://beachfrontbabywraps.com/ Mesh Meh Dais and wraps made for swimming and beach days. Gustine Mesh Sling – https://gustinebabycarriers.com/ Breathable mesh sling perfect for water play. RESEARCH: Study on reduction of PMADs: Randomized controlled trial to prevent postpartum depressive symptomatology: An infant carrier intervention. Little EE, Bain L, Hahn-Holbrook J. J Affect Disord. 2023 Nov 1;340:871-876. doi: 10.1016/j.jad.2023.08.044. Epub 2023 Aug 15. PMID: 37586649. Study on decreased cry time when worn: Increased Carrying Reduces Infant Crying: A Randomized Controlled Trial.Urs A. Hunziker; Ronald G. Barr. Pediatrics (1986) 77 (5): 641–648 Vital signs regulation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39369660/
Zbrojársky priemysel prežíva zlaté časy a vnímajú to aj investori. Výdavky na obranu a bezpečnosť rastú najrýchlejšie za posledných 40 rokov a tento trend bude pokračovať aj ďalej. Akcie zbrojárskych firiem rastú raketovým tempom. Napríklad nemecký Rheinmetall očakáva nárast hodnoty akcií v tomto roku až 200 % a švédsky Saab by sa mal zhodnotiť o 20%. Investičný expert zo spoločnosti Finax Ján Jursa potvrdzuje, že obranný priemysel patrí medzi aktuálne investičné hity. Index S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF (XAR) vzrástol o 30 % v roku 2024, čo výrazne prekonalo širší trh. Takéto trendy sa však na trhu objavujú pravidelne a nie raz končia prasknutím bubliny. „Máme za sebou v tomto sektore masívny rast a je otázne, či to bude takto pokračovať aj ďalej,“ hovorí Jursa. „Tie firmy sú z pohľadu hodnoty a tržieb nadhodnotené a spoliehajú sa na politické sľuby, o ktorých nevieme s istotou, či sa naplnia. Preto by som odporúčal byť opatrný, pretože doterajší raketový rast nie je zárukou aj ďalšieho raketového rastu.“ Zbrojovky rastú pod vplyvom napätej geopolitickej situácie a hrozby rozšírenia vojny ďalej do Európy. To mení aj nálady niektorých investorov, čo potvrdzuje prieskum investičnej platformy eToro v roku 2025. Vyplýva z neho, že až 39 % investorov upriamuje svoje portfólio na geopolitickú stabilitu a 62 % mladších investorov (18–35 r.) uprednostňuje akcie zo sektora obrany, energetiky a „zlaté ETF.“ Ján Jursa potvrdzuje, že sú to trendy, kam dnes mladí ľudia tlačia peniaze, ale to nevyhnutne neznamená, že je to tá najlepšia stratégia. „Ak by ste ten prieskum urobili pred štyrmi rokmi, zasa by tam boli iné sektory. Nie sú to zlé investície, ale trendy sa menia.“ Dodáva, že investovanie sa pre mladú generáciu v poslednej dobe zmenilo zo snahy budovať majetok k snahe skôr zabávať sa tým a chcú si to okoreniť aj trendovými hitmi. Dlhodobé skúsenosti však varujú, že najlepším riešením je vždy diverzifikovať svoje portfólio a nespoliehať sa na aktuálne hity. Ako umelá inteligencia mení svet investovania, aké sú vyhliadky ESG fondov a je dobré investovať časť úspor v II. pilieri do nájomných bytov a diaľnic? Odpovede ponúka Ján Jursa zo spoločnosti Finax. Moderuje Eva Mihočková. V rozhovore sa dozviete: 02:19 Ako vyrástli zbrojovky za posledné obdobie 3:31 Či budú akcie zbrojoviek rásť aj v budúcnosti 07:01 Ako si nastaviť investičný horizont pri kúpe akcií zbrojoviek 08:15 Prečo nefungujú trendy v investovaní 10:19 Oplatí sa nakúpiť akcie individuálnych firiem? 11:20 Ako indexy porážajú aktívne riadené fondy 13:36 Ako obavy z vojny menia investičné správanie ľudí 18:15 Kde sa dnes oplatí investovať? 24:30 Oplatí sa ešte investovať do OZE? 31:22 Je dobré investovať časť úspor v II. plieri do nájomných bytov a diaľnic? 35:04 Môže AI riadiť naše investičné portfólio? – Ak máte pre nás spätnú väzbu, odkaz alebo nápad, napíšte nám na podcastindex@sme.sk – Odoberajte aj týždenný ekonomický newsletter Index na sme.sk/indexodber – Všetky podcasty denníka SME nájdete na sme.sk/podcasty – Ďakujeme, že počúvate podcast Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Armēnijas, Azerbaidžānas un ASV līderi Baltajā namā paraksta kopīgu deklarāciju par mieru. Pasaule gaida Donalda Trampa un Vladimira Putina plānoto tikšanos Aļaskā 15. augustā. Politiskās aktvitātes Amerikas Savienotajās Valstīs. Pasaules aktualitātes analizē Austrumeiropas politikas pētījumu centra pētnieks Armands Astukevičs un domnīcas "Ziemeļeiropas politikas centrs" direktors Artis Pabriks. Kurš kuru iztestēs? Pagājušo piektdien, 8. augustā, kad izbeidzās prezidenta Trampa izsludinātais termiņš, kurā Krievijai bija jāpārtrauc karadarbība, Vladimirs Putins saņēma ilgi kārotu balvu – uzaicinājumu uz galotņu tikšanos ar Savienoto Valstu prezidentu, pie tam vēl amerikāņu teritorijā. Protams, Ankoridža nav Vašingtona, bet vēl pagājušogad ap šādu laiku tāds divu valstu līderu samits būtu neiedomājams. NATO ģenerālsekretārs Marks Rite optimistiski izsakās, ka Tramps šo piektdien, 15.augustā, dosies uz Aļasku, lai klātienē beidzot īsti un neatgriezeniski testētu Putina patieso gatavību mieram, jo tikai viņš – Tramps – to spējot. Tikām skeptiķi jautā, ko gan jaunu ASV prezidents cer atklāt agresorvalsts līdera pozīcijā, kas līdzšinējos mēnešos iezīmējusies vairāk vai mazāk kompakta, proti, Putins vēlas teritoriāli un suverenitātes ziņā apcirptu Ukrainu un ērtu tramplīnu turpmākai agresijai. Pagājušās nedēļas otrā puse pagāja intensīvā komunikācijā starp Vašingtonu un Eiropas valstu vadītājiem, iezīmējot aprises tam, ko pirms nedēļas Kremlī izrunājis Trampa īpašais sūtnis Stīvens Vitkofs. Viena konkrēta detaļa ir Ukrainas spēku atvilkšana no krievu vēl neieņemtās Doņeckas un Luhanskas apgabalu daļas kā priekšnoteikums uguns pārtraukšanai. Šādu iespēju kā nepieņemamu un no Ukrainas viedokļa antikonstitucionālu jau noraidījis prezidents Volodimirs Zelenskis. Donalds Tramps pagājušajās dienās vairakkārt izteicies par kādu „teritoriju apmaiņu” starp pusēm, lai gan nav skaidrs, kas pret ko varētu tikt mainīts. Iespējams, kā „apmaiņa” varētu tikt traktēta Kremļa atteikšanās no vēl neiekarotajām Hersonas un Zaporižjes apgabalu daļām, kuras tā jau paguvusi pasludināt par savu teritoriju. Eiropas līderi dažādos formātos uzteikuši Vašingtonas centienus miera labā, taču atgādinājuši vispārzināmo – nekāda vienošanās par Ukrainu nav slēdzama bez Ukrainas un starptautiski atzītas valstu robežas nav maināmas ar militāras agresijas līdzekļiem. Pēdējā deklarācija šai sakarā bija Eiropadomes 12. augusta paziņojums, zem kura, kas zīmīgi, trūkst Ungārijas premjerministra Viktora Orbana paraksta. Eiropas galvaspilsētās acīmredzami nav pārliecības, ka piektdien Ankoridžā nenotiks kāda būtiska piekāpšanās agresorvalstij, piemēram, Baltā nama saimnieka pausta gatavība atzīt Krimu par Krievijas sastāvdaļu. Tā vien šķiet, ka Donalds Tramps uz Aļasku dodas nevis testēt, bet gan lai tiktu testēts. Aizkaukāza mezgls atraisīts? Smaidi un rokasspiedieni – tādu saulainu ainu pasaules mediju fotogrāfi fiksēja 8. augustā Baltajā namā, kur tika parakstīta Armēnijas, Azerbaidžānas un Savienoto Valstu trīspusējā deklarācija par mierīgu noregulējumu teju četras desmitgades konfliktējušo Aizkaukāza valstu starpā. Kā zināms, faktisko konflikta iznākumu noteica Azerbaidžānas militārais pārākums, kas ļāva tai 2023. gada septembrī pārņemt savā kontrolē Kalnu Karabahas jeb Arcakhas reģionu. Šo vēsturisko armēņu zemi padomju vara iekļāva toreizējā Azerbaidžānas PSR kā autonomu republiku, tātad no starptautiski atzīto robežu viedokļa tā ir Azerbaidžānas daļa, tomēr 90. gadu pirmajā pusē notikušā Pirmā Kalnu Karabahas kara rezultātā tā palika faktiskā Armēnijas kontrolē. Kalnu Karabahas atkarošana izraisīja praktiski visu armēņu tautības iedzīvotāju, apmēram simts tūkstošu, bēgšanu uz Armēnijas pamatteritoriju. Sekoja sarunu process, kas, lielā mērā pateicoties Armēnijas premjerministra Nikola Pašinjana gatavībai uz kompromisu, šī gada martā noslēdzās ar vienošanos par starptautiski atzīto robežu atjaunošanu un savstarpējo pretenziju noregulēšanu abu valstu starpā. Pagājušajā piektdienā Vašingtonā tika likvidēts vēl viens nozīmīgs domstarpību avots – jautājums par t.s. Zangezuras koridoru, plānotu transporta savienojumu cauri Armēnijas teritorijai starp Azerbaidžānu un tās rietumu eksklāvu Nahčivanas Autonomo republiku. Iepriekš Azerbaidžānas līderis Ilhams Alijevs draudējis izlauzt ceļu uz eksklāvu ar militāru spēku, bet nu šāda iespēja acīmredzot ir novērsta. Koridora sakarā būtiska loma paredzēta Savienotajām Valstīm, kas ieguvušas ekskluzīvas tiesības uz 99 gadiem tā attīstīšanai. Parakstīšanas ceremonijas laikā Azerbaidžānas prezidents Alijevs nāca klajā ar priekšlikumu nodēvēt koridoru par „Trampa Starptautiskā miera un labklājības trasi”. Pret koridora attīstīšanu jau krasi iebildusi Irāna, kuras robežas tiešā tuvumā tas atrodas, nodēvējot to par potenciālu Rietumu agresijas instrumentu un solot bloķēt. Atturīgi pozitīvi Armēnijas un Azerbaidžānas vienošanos raksturojusi Krievija, par spīti tam, ka vienošanās apliecina nepārprotamu Maskavas ietekmes sarukumu reģionā. Kā norāda analītiķi, aiz Kremļa ārēji rāmās retorikas varētu slēpties pretdarbības plāni, kas, visdrīzāk, būs saistīti ar mēģinājumiem balstīt premjerministram Pašinjanam naidīgus spēkus Armēnijas iekšienē. Tiešā prezidenta pārvalde Vašingtonā 3. augustā Vašingtonā notika nenozīmīgs krimināls starpgadījums: apmēram desmit pusaudži uzbruka diviem vīriešiem nolūkā nolaupīt viņu automašīnu un nodarīja viņiem miesas bojājumus. Uzbrucēji, cik noprotams, nebija bruņoti un aizmuka, tiklīdz tuvumā parādījās policija. Viens no uzbrukumā cietušajiem izrādījās agrākais Valdības efektivitātes departamenta darbinieks, un tas, acīmredzot, ir rosinājis prezidentu Trampu bezprecedenta rīcībai – Vašingtonas policijas pārņemšanai tiešā federālās valdības kontrolē un papildināšanā ar Nacionālās gvardes un Federālā izmeklēšanas biroja spēkiem. Kā zināms, Savienoto Valstu galvaspilsēta un tās tuvākā apkārtne veido īpašu administratīvu vienību – Kolumbijas apgabalu. 1973. gadā pieņemtais Likums par Kolumbijas apgabala pašpārvaldi nosaka, ka prezidentam ir tiesības īpaši kritiskā situācijā uz divām diennaktīm ar vienpersonisku lēmumu pārņemt apgabala policiju savā kontrolē, ar iespēju pagarināt šo situāciju vēl uz mēnesi saziņā ar atbildīgo Kongresa komiteju vadību un locekļiem. Ilgāk par mēnesi tas iespējams tikai tad, ja Kongress pieņem attiecīgu likumu. 11. augustā notikušajā preses konferencē Baltā nama saimnieks paziņoja: „Mūsu galvaspilsētu ir pārņēmušas vardarbīgas bandas un asinskāri noziedznieki, klejojoši mežonīgu jauniešu pūļi, narkotiku apreibināti maniaki un bezpajumtnieki.” Viņš turpināja: „Es paziņoju par vēsturisku rīcību, lai glābtu mūsu valsts galvaspilsētu no noziedzības, asinsizliešanas, haosa un netīrības, un vēl kā ļaunāka.” Protams, kā ikvienā lielā pilsētā, arī Vašingtonā pastāv noziedzības problēmas, taču, spriežot pēc statistikas, situācijai pēdējos gados bijusi tendence uzlaboties. Tomēr statistika nav prezidenta Trampa iemīļota joma, kamēr efektīga varas mehānismu darbināšana – ir. Tagad nu Vašingtonas policija domā, kā iekļaut savā sistēmā federālos aģentus, kuriem lielākoties nav nedz pieredzes, nedz iemaņu kārtībnieku ikdienas funkciju veikšanā. Katrā ziņā ne vien prezidenta retorika, bet arī viss pasākums šķiet pārspīlēts un jau atkal liek runāt par autoritārisma tendenci un tieksmi uz pārmērīgu varas līdzekļu lietošanu. Aizvadītajos Donalda Trampa varas mēnešos šādu precedentu ir jau vesela sērija, sākot ar regulārā karaspēka nosūtīšanu uz Meksikas robežu, beidzot ar neseno kriminālizmeklēšanas uzsākšanu pret prezidenta Obamas administrācijas darbiniekiem, kuri it kā esot fabricējuši pierādījumus par Krievijas iejaukšanos 2016. gada prezidenta vēlēšanās. Tiek arī bilsts, ka patiesais visas pašreizējās spilgtās rosības iemesls ir vēlēšanās novērst elektorāta uzmanību no solītās bet nenotikušās Džefrija Epstīna lietas materiālu publiskošanas, un FIB aģenti no Vašingtonas ielām pēc pāris nedēļām klusi izkūpēšot, līdzīgi kā pirms laiciņa jūras kājnieki no Losandželosas parkiem un bulvāriem. Sagatavoja Eduards Liniņš.
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Pastor Jeff reminds us today that when families talk about God every day—at breakfast, during car rides, or before bed—it helps their hearts and minds grow stronger in faith. Deuteronomy 6:7-9 7 Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. 8 Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. 9 Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.
1 My son, if you have become collateral for your neighbor, if you have struck your hands in pledge for a stranger, 2 you are trapped by the words of your mouth; you are ensnared with the words of your mouth. 3 Do this now, my son, and deliver yourself, since you have come into the hand of your neighbor. Go, humble yourself. Press your plea with your neighbor. 4 Give no sleep to your eyes, nor slumber to your eyelids. 5 Free yourself, like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, like a bird from the snare of the fowler. 6 Go to the ant, you sluggard. Consider her ways, and be wise; 7 which having no chief, overseer, or ruler, 8 provides her bread in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest. 9 How long will you sleep, sluggard? When will you arise out of your sleep? 10 A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep— 11 so your poverty will come as a robber, and your scarcity as an armed man. 12 A worthless person, a man of iniquity, is he who walks with a perverse mouth, 13 who winks with his eyes, who signals with his feet, who motions with his fingers, 14 in whose heart is perverseness, who devises evil continually, who always sows discord. 15 Therefore his calamity will come suddenly. He will be broken suddenly, and that without remedy. 16 There are six things which Yahweh hates; yes, seven which are an abomination to him: 17 arrogant eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, 18 a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are swift in running to mischief, 19 a false witness who utters lies, and he who sows discord among brothers. 20 My son, keep your father's commandment, and don't forsake your mother's teaching. 21 Bind them continually on your heart. Tie them around your neck. 22 When you walk, it will lead you. When you sleep, it will watch over you. When you awake, it will talk with you. 23 For the commandment is a lamp, and the law is light. Reproofs of instruction are the way of life, 24 to keep you from the immoral woman, from the flattery of the wayward wife's tongue. 25 Don't lust after her beauty in your heart, neither let her captivate you with her eyelids. 26 For a prostitute reduces you to a piece of bread. The adulteress hunts for your precious life. 27 Can a man scoop fire into his lap, and his clothes not be burned? 28 Or can one walk on hot coals, and his feet not be scorched? 29 So is he who goes in to his neighbor's wife. Whoever touches her will not be unpunished. 30 Men don't despise a thief if he steals to satisfy himself when he is hungry, 31 but if he is found, he shall restore seven times. He shall give all the wealth of his house. 32 He who commits adultery with a woman is void of understanding. He who does it destroys his own soul. 33 He will get wounds and dishonor. His reproach will not be wiped away. 34 For jealousy arouses the fury of the husband. He won't spare in the day of vengeance. 35 He won't regard any ransom, neither will he rest content, though you give many gifts. Listen Donate Subscribe: Proverbs Daily Podcast Psalms Daily Podcast
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In this episode of Geek Freaks Headlines, we're breaking down the exciting casting news for Lucasfilm's upcoming film, Star Wars: Starfighter. Matt Smith, best known for House of the Dragon and Doctor Who, has joined the cast as the film's villain. He'll star alongside Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth, with direction by Shawn Levy (Stranger Things, Deadpool & Wolverine). We speculate on Smith's potential role—perhaps an Imperial leader or Tie fighter pilot—and highlight the creative team that's making Starfighter one of the more promising Star Wars projects on the horizon.Timestamps and Topics:00:00 – Matt Smith cast in Star Wars: Starfighter00:05 – Potential role breakdown and how he fits in with Ryan Gosling00:17 – Shawn Levy's direction and previous work00:31 – Release expectations and other Star Wars projects00:45 – Why Starfighter might be a win for LucasfilmKey Takeaways:Matt Smith is confirmed as the villain in Star Wars: Starfighter.He joins Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth in the cast.Shawn Levy (Stranger Things, Deadpool & Wolverine) is directing.The film's script is by Jonathan Tropper (Banshee, Warrior).Projected release window could be late 2026.Compared to other upcoming Star Wars films, Starfighter feels more stable and promising.Memorable Quote:"Matt Smith is going to be either a Tie fighter pilot or maybe like some Imperial leader. He definitely gives those vibes."Call to Action:Enjoying the latest in geek news? Be sure to subscribe to Geek Freaks wherever you get your podcasts, leave a review, and share this episode with your fellow Star Wars fans using #GeekFreaksPodcast.Links and Resources:Catch all our geek news at https://GeekFreaksPodcast.comFollow Us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcastThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekfreakspodcast/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/geekfreakspodListener Questions:Got a theory about Matt Smith's role? Want to weigh in on the future of Star Wars films? Send us your thoughts, and we might feature your comment in an upcoming episode!Apple Podcast Tags:Star Wars, Starfighter, Matt Smith, Ryan Gosling, Geek News, Lucasfilm, Sci-Fi Movies, Shawn Levy, Jonathan Tropper, Movie Casting
Send us a textTraveling and being Transgender can be a stressful time. Jaimee revisits this topic from Season 4, Episode 3 as she shares her recent international trip.Support Us or Get In TouchSend us an Email jaimeecbthh@gmail.comBuy Us a CoffeePlease give us a review on Apple Podcast. (It really does help)Visit the Tie and High Heels websiteVisit us on Facebook and Instagram Support the show
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August 3rd, 2025 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/ OPENING SONGS: “Majesty” and “Lord, I Lift Your Name on High” WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS OPENING PRAYER: God of glory, Fill your church with the same power that raised Jesus from the dead. In a world that feels loud, divided, and broken, help us be a sign of something new— a people made alive again through Christ. May we live like resurrection is real, and may others see in us the hope and healing that comes from you. We ask this in the name of Jesus, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen. PRELUDE & LIGHTING ALTAR CANDLES “All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name” *HYMN “Come, Christians, Join to Sing” - #158 CALL TO WORSHIP: L: Come, join and sing! Our God is ruler of all creation. P: Come, stand and praise! Our God is sovereign over all the earth. L: Come, lift your hearts! Jesus, our Savior, has risen from the dead. P: Come, rest your souls! Jesus, our Savior, has defeated sin and death. L: Come, watch and pray! The Holy Spirit is in this place. P: Come, be still and listen! The Holy Spirit will guide us all into worship. L: Come now and worship! Give praise to God, the Father; Jesus Christ, his Son; and the sacred Holy Ghost. Amen. HYMN “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” - #334 PRAYER OF CONFESSION: God of mercy, we confess that we get caught up in chasing after stuff—more things, better gadgets, cooler experiences. We fill our homes, our schedules, and our minds until there's no room left for anyone else. We admit that we've ignored the needs of others—people who are hurting, struggling, or simply left out. We've closed our doors and our hearts when we could've opened them wide. Forgive us. Help us stop looking inward and start looking outward. Show us how to use what we have—our time, our money, even our voices—to bring healing, hope, and justice. Make us bold enough to care for people who are hurting, and wise enough to care for this world You've trusted us with. We pray this in the name of Jesus, Amen. WORDS OF ASSURANCE FIRST SCRIPTURE READING: John 11:17-26 OUR TIME OF PRAYER (During our time of prayer, the altar rail is open for all who wish to come forward.) HYMN “Sanctuary” PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD'S PRAYER OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS: “The Bond of Love” with “Blest Be the Tie that Binds” *DOXOLOGY *PRAYER OF DEDICATION CHILDREN'S MOMENTS (Children K-6th grade are invited to Jr. Church at this time). SECOND SCRIPTURE READING: Colossians 3:1-11 SERMON “Looking Through Resurrection Glasses” HOLY COMMUNION *CLOSING HYMN “The Summons” *BENEDICTION *SENDING FORTH “As We Go” POSTLUDE “Serve the Lord with Gladness”
“The Bond of Love” with “Blest Be the Tie that Binds” played by Nancy Wilkerson August 3rd, 2025 Worship Service Groveport UMC, Groveport Ohio To support the ministry of the church, please click here: https://groveportumc.org/give/
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Michael Diesu, the Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Tie, adds his page to the Marketing Playbook. Hear how to be there for your kids & grandkids, the benefits of zero-based budgeting, how to work on your sales & negotiation skills, what Michael learned growing up as a 3rd-generation entrepreneur, and the reality of work-life balance as an entrepreneur. Connect with Michael at MeetTie.com and on LinkedIn
Send us a textDwan Bent-Twyford celebrates hitting 1 million podcast downloads and welcomes back Jerome Lewis, also known as "Mr. Implementation," to discuss real estate marketing strategies and personal insights. Jerome shares his TRUTH method—a powerful framework for creating engaging content for real estate investors.• Jerome explains how he earned his nickname "Mr. Implementation" by helping investors put knowledge into action• Social media presence is crucial for real estate investors—Facebook is recommended as the starting platform due to its older demographic with more resources• The TRUTH method guides content creation: Target audience, Respond to their questions, Unfold information, Tie-in call to action, Headline creation• Video marketing puts you in the top 20% of real estate professionals, instantly separating you from competitors• Authenticity becomes increasingly valuable as AI becomes more prevalent in digital marketing• Jerome emphasizes focusing on who you're helping rather than how you look or sound on camera• Morning hours (4-5am) provide peaceful, productive time for focused workHead to dwonderful.com to take the real estate investing quiz and see if you have what it takes to work directly with Dwan, who guarantees you'll close your next three deals. Thanks again for listening. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a FIVE-STAR review.Head to Dwanderful right now to claim your free real estate investing kit. And follow:http://www.Dwanderful.comhttp://www.facebook.com/Dwanderfulhttp://www.Instagram.com/Dwanderful http://www.youtube.com/DwanderfulRealEstateInvestingChannelMake it a Dwanderful Day!
Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing Agencies
Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Still unsure what to charge for your agency services? Scared to raise your rates in case clients leave? If you're like many agency owners who are busy as hell but barely turning a profit, it's time to face a hard truth: your profit model might be broken. Fixing it isn't about selling more… it's about keeping more. In this episode, we break down the pricing strategy you need to attract high-quality clients, boost profits, and finally charge what you're worth. Stop Selling Time The first mindset shift you need: Your value isn't in the hours you clock, it's in the outcomes you deliver and the confidence you bring. If you're still selling time or generic services, AI is your biggest competitor right now. But if you position your agency as a niche expert, you become irreplaceable. Clients pay for leadership, not tasks. 3 Core Agency Pricing Models (and Where They Break) 1. Hourly Pricing Punishes efficiency: work faster, get paid less. It also attracts micromanaging clients who treat your team like task rabbits. 2. Project-Based Pricing Scope, deliver, get paid. Works for one-off builds like websites, but it traps you in feast-or-famine if you aren't stacking and upselling strategically. 3. Value-Based Pricing This is where serious growth happens. Instead of selling a website, you sell a result like converting traffic into sales. You price outcomes, not hours. Common Pricing Mistakes We see it all the time: Underpricing to “close the deal.” Using one-size-fits-all pricing. Failing to adapt pricing to market demand. Giving away strategy for free. Make Your Pricing Work for Your Growth Find your ideal client. Not everyone deserves a proposal. Shape your messaging to attract clients who want to pay for results. Know your margins. You can't price confidently if you don't know your true delivery costs. Price for profit, not survival. If you're scraping by every month, you're running a hobby, not a business. Position as a partner, not a vendor. Premium clients want an advisor, not a task-doer. Where to Start Define your freedom goal. Price to support the life you want, not just your expenses. Say your price with confidence. Nervous energy kills deals. Say it, then stop talking and let it land. Anchor to outcomes. Tie your price to the results you create, not the tasks you deliver. Treat pricing like a stock. Demand goes up, so do your rates. Use milestone-based increases. Got ten new clients? Raise your rates for the next ten. Once there's a gap between your old and new rates, circle back and raise your legacy clients. Pricing isn't just a number, it's your positioning and the path to building an agency that buys back your freedom. Go back, tighten your offers, raise your rates if they're due, and say that number with confidence. Because once you believe you're worth it, your clients will too. Want Help Making This Shift? Sick of giving away strategy for free? The Foot in the Door (FITD) System shows you how to get paid $2,500+ just to meet. No more free calls, no more tire-kickers. Grab it by clicking HERE.
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Douglas James is the Founder and CEO of a SAAS platform called LeadFi.ai - LeadFi focuses on helping businesses reveal the exact buying power of their leads in real-time. Using just name, email and phone, LeadFi provides complete credit and financial information allowing Sales Teams to prioritize high value prospects and allows Marketing Teams to target 700+ credit score audiences. LeadFi is disrupting the Online Marketing space, giving businesses a true competitive advantage with cutting edge innovation and technology.Douglas James has been traffic and sales mogul for the last 10 years, mastering online traffic and high ticket phone sales growing his consulting and coaching businesses to over $70 Million. He's profitably spent over $30 Million on paid ads for his own offers. His programs have mentored over 15,000 entrepreneurs, professionals and military veterans on how to scale their businesses online. Douglas is also a strategic investor in blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, commodity trading, and commercial real estate, evidencing a robust understanding of the diverse investment landscape.Today, Mark Savant sits down with Douglas James to explore the raw realities and exciting opportunities emerging in the age of artificial intelligence.Douglas shares his rollercoaster entrepreneurial journey, including a jaw-dropping $6 million business setback and how he bounced back by leveraging cutting-edge AI tools to revolutionize sales and lead qualification. Together, they dive into the shifting American workforce, the tidal wave of automation threatening traditional jobs, and what it truly takes to thrive as a leader, husband, and father in the next decade. Douglas pulls back the curtain on how AI is transforming businesses, from automating call centers to redefining high-ticket sales—and why staying ahead of the technology curve is no longer optional, but essential. Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or someone worried about the future of work, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you ride the wave of AI disruption.In this conversation, you'll learn:The game-changing AI process that delivers real-time soft credit checks with only a name, email, and phone number.How Douglas' AI solutions enabled a client to fire 160 staff and boost revenue by $160 million.Why strategic funding offers can generate up to 80 percent of your revenue in high-ticket sales.The exact mindset and skills needed to survive and thrive as AI disrupts traditional jobs in America.The three pillars every entrepreneur must use to deliver maximum value: increasing income, improving health, and saving relationships.Key Takeaways:Waiting will cost you market share; AI is now a necessity, not a luxury.Tie your work to the company's bottom line to stand o_____________________________________________
In this insightful episode of Shark Theory, Baylor Barbee prepares for a road trip with his dog Bear to the Ozarks and reflects on a deeper truth: nothing in life is truly free. From time and energy to peace of mind and love, everything you pursue or maintain has a cost—and the real question is whether the return is worth the currency you're investing. Baylor breaks down how to evaluate the value exchange in your life: in relationships, careers, goals, and everyday decisions. He also shares stories from his travels in Peru and Napa to challenge you to consider whether you're simply in the wrong environment—or playing too small. Key Takeaways: Every Reward Has a Cost: The best things in life may not cost money, but they always require time, energy, and intention. Know Your Currency: Identify the traits, habits, or values you bring to the world—love, discipline, leadership, creativity—and find environments where those are appreciated. Evaluate the Exchange Rate: Are you undervalued where you are? Maybe it's not you—maybe it's the context you're in. Set Personal Litmus Tests: Start tying your investments (time, effort, sacrifices) to measurable returns in your life to determine if you're on the right path. Small Adjustments Unlock Bigger Vision: Sometimes, reevaluating how you operate leads to exponential growth—both personally and financially. Notable Quotes: “The best things in life aren't free—they just cost something other than money.” “If the currency you're offering isn't valued where you are, you might just be in the wrong place.” “You're not broken—you might just be priced in the wrong market.” “Tie your time and energy to something meaningful, and watch your life recalibrate.” “A life well-lived is when the currency you give out comes back in abundance.”
Jim has led ESG efforts at Eli Lilly since September 2020. In this capacity, he oversees implementation of Lilly ESG strategy, has responsibility for coordinating ESG-related communications, and organizing and leading ESG stakeholder interactions. In a significant advancement of Lilly's approach, Jim led the development of Lilly's ESG portal, a comprehensive source for ESG strategy, goals and results. Jim also chairs the ESG Governance Committee at Lilly, which is a central body for development and execution of ESG priorities and communication to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. Prior to his current role, Jim spent two years as a loaned executive to Elanco Animal Health, which was spun out of Lilly in an IPO in 2018. Jim served as the Vice President of Investor Relations at Elanco. He was responsible for leading all interactions with Sell-Side Analysts and Buy-Side Investors, including preparation of Earnings materials, participation in Investor Conferences, Non Deal Roadshows and investor visits to Elanco Headquarters. He conducted investor outreach and targeting to build understanding of the Elanco investment thesis. He worked closely with External Communications to provide consistent external dialogue and to prepare Elanco Senior Executives on key topics and messaging on relevant issues. In 2020, Jim was ranked the number one IR leader for mid-cap pharmaceuticals by Institutional Investor. Prior to the role at Elanco, Jim spent 18 years at Lilly, holding numerous positions of increasing responsibility, including an assignment in Corporate Business Development, managing Lilly's Venture Capital portfolio. Jim has also served as the Chief Financial Officer of Lilly Canada, Senior Director of Finance for Lilly Research Laboratories, Manager of Investor Relations, Manager of Treasury Planning and Strategy, Senior Human Resources Representative and Senior Financial Analyst. Prior to joining Lilly, Mr. Greffet was a Consulting Manager for KPMG Consulting in Indianapolis, Indiana and St. Louis, Missouri. Jim Joins Sustainable Nation to Discuss: Eli Lilly's Approach to ESG Lilly's 30 by 30 initiative to improve healthcare for 30 million people by 2030 Progress toward goals and targets without the use of carbon offsets Advice and recommendations for sustainability professionals Jim's Final Five Questions Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers? Two words. Be pragmatic. This was a theme that came up in our conversation. There's the lunatic fringe on everything, and certainly in this space, on both ends of the spectrum. Tie your sustainability work to the purpose of your organization, be pragmatic, think in common sense terms, and you'll make a whole lot more progress. What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability? In the short four and a half years, this world has changed a lot. I think when I first came into it, it was sporadic, voluntary reporting by organizations, maybe a little bit of ‘accentuate the positive.' It evolved into more rigorous and disciplined financial reporting. Over the last 18 months or so, I think we've seen the heavy hand of regulation start to come about, especially in Europe, which creates a lot more overhead. I think all of us would rather deploy our energy and resources to doing things than reporting about them. So to the exciting part, I now think we're starting to see a little bit more sensibility prevail in some of these regulations, maybe lifting the heavy hand of regulation a little bit so that we can have consistent, rigorous, well constructed reporting that's doable and doesn't take us away from the mission that we have in front of us. I'm optimistic and excited that we're going to land in a spot that's doing the right thing for the right reasons, consuming the right amount of energy. What is one book you'd recommend sustainability professionals read? George Seraphim, Purpose + Profit. He's a Harvard Business professor and he taught, you can see from the name of that book, Purpose plus Profit. It takes this pragmatic view of why sustainability can help you run your business better, not just be a fringe idea that's detached from what the business is supposed to do. What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in your work? I'll give one shout out. Brian Matt with the New York Stock Exchange puts out an email each Friday called the ESG Top five. It's the top five sustainability topics of the week. He commits that it's a two minute read. If you get interested, it's going to be more than a two minute read, but you can certainly get the headlines in two minutes. There's certain emails that I can't delete fast enough. That's one that I open every time and I always learn something out of it. Where can our listeners go to learn more about you and the work being done at Eli Lilly? Sustainability.lilly.com. My performance is tied to website hits, so all your listeners, please open it up first thing when you get in the morning and hit refresh many times during the day. You'll do me a solid on my performance. Then LinkedIn, I have a LinkedIn page as well that captures some of the stuff we're doing here.
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