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Your comfort zone isn't protecting you. It's quietly making you weaker and costing you the growth, confidence, and momentum you say you want.We live in a world engineered for comfort: air conditioning, instant everything, a soft landing for every little ache. Somewhere, we started treating discomfort like a disease to fix instead of the admission fee for everything worth having. This episode unpacks why comfort is so expensive, how it quietly compounds against you, and how to start building real tolerance for the discomfort that growth actually requires.Here's what you'll learn:Why comfort never feels like a choice, and how that disguise is exactly what makes it so easy to keep picking the easy thing every single timeThe real difference between pain that's protecting you and discomfort that's building you, so you stop treating growth like an emergencyHow comfort quietly compounds, so every easy choice today makes the hard choice tomorrow even harderThe one question to ask yourself the moment discomfort shows up, before you rush to make it disappearA small, almost embarrassingly simple weekly challenge that builds your tolerance for discomfort one rep at a timeComfort keeps you safe and small. Discomfort is where you actually grow, and this episode shows you how to stop running from it.>>>Book your Executive Presence Audit: https://speakandstandout.com/executive-presenceExperts Edge newsletter delivered right to you inbox: https://speakandstandout.com/bid-newsletterConnect with me on:LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-ann-murabitoInstagram: @laurieann.murabitoVisit my website for more advice and tipsThank you for listening, LA

What does it take to run the entire length of Scotland?In this powerful episode of the Young Hearts Run FreePodcast, we sit down with Gregor Yates, who completed anextraordinary challenge: running roughly 415 miles from Kirk Yetholm to CapeWrath, covering a marathon a day for 17 consecutive days.But this wasn't just about endurance.Gregor took on this journey in memory of his mum and toraise funds for Strathcarron Hospice, turning grief into purpose and miles into meaning.

Send us Fan MailMartin Lightbody turned a fourth-generation Scottish bakery into the number one celebration-cake supplier to the UK supermarkets, scaling from 50 staff to 1,200 and £60 to 70 million in turnover. Then he sold up, took the whole idea to America, and won the Hershey licence for the entire country.This is the full arc of a career built on one habit: seeing where the market was heading before anyone else, and betting big when the moment came.In this episode:Why his father refused to let him work in the family bakery as a boy, and the unpaid training across Europe's best bakeries that replaced itThe UK award he collected just as a new supermarket opened up the road and quietly started killing his tradeThe decision to sell every shop, take on millions in debt, and put the family home on the line before a single supermarket had said yesThe point of difference no rival could match, and why speed to market beat the big factories every timeThe licensing deals that built an empire, and the three that went spectacularly wrong (one involves rival football fans and a lot of ruined cakes)How he finally landed Disney after three years of knocking, then closed an entire American licence with a pallet and a half of cakeThe naked sauna standoff that got him the finance director he had chased for a year, who then stayed for 28 of themRepresenting Scotland at a sport he had never played, on an animal he had never sat onWhat he means when he calls himself a fan of plagiarismHis honest definition of true wealth, and the moment of relief he still remembersA conversation about pivoting before you are forced to, hiring people you think you cannot afford, and knowing exactly when to walk away.Helpful Resources mentioned in the episode:Sam Walton: Made In AmericaBulletproof Entrepreneur #78 Sir Tom HunterThis podcast is produced by TribunistaSponsored by Capital Partners

If you've ever said "I don't know why I keep doing this to myself," this one is for you. Most ambitious, self-aware women aren't actually stuck — they're loyal. Loyal to a version of themselves that used to keep them safe, but no longer fits where they're trying to go. In this episode, I unpack the four identities I see women silently loyal to (you'll recognize at least two), share a personal story about a loyalty that cost me more than I want to admit, and give you the one question that changes how you move from here forward.What You'll HearWhy "I don't know why I keep doing this to myself" is the wrong sentence — and what to say insteadStuck vs. loyal — the reframe that gives you your agency back, and why your nervous system picks familiar over free every single timeThe four loyalties — meet the Over-Functioner, the People-Pleaser, the Hyper-Independent Woman, and the Second-Guesser. See which one is sitting in the room with you right now.The loyalty that almost cost me everything — the personal story I've been scared to tell, the retreat that almost didn't happen, and the cost of staying loyal to who I used to beThe question that changes everything — swap "Why am I stuck?" for one better question and watch what shifts in real timeAwareness → Embodiment → Practice — why insight isn't the work, and what actually makes a new identity stickGo withdraw a loyalty — what to do this weekOne Line to Sit With"You're not stuck. You're loyal. And loyalty can be withdrawn."Your Invitation This WeekFor the next seven days, when you catch yourself mid-pattern — over-functioning, people-pleasing, refusing help, second-guessing — pause and ask one question instead of judging yourself: What pattern am I still loyal to? You don't have to fix it. Just name it. That's where the work starts.Clip-Worthy Moments"Most women aren't stuck. They're loyal.""Familiarity feels safer than expansion. Even when familiarity is killing you.""Hyper-independence isn't strength. It's a trauma response with a glow-up.""You weren't being fake. You were being strategic. But strategy has a shelf life.""Awareness without practice is just expensive insight.""Stop being loyal to a woman whose conditions no longer exist."Want to Go Deeper?DM me the word UNBLOCKED on Instagram and I'll send you more on how we do this work inside The Unblocked Method™.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe Unblocked Method™Upcoming Park City retreat details to come soon!If This Hit You in the ChestSave it. Send it to the woman in your life who needs to hear it. And hit subscribe so you don't miss what's coming next.ConnectInstagram: @its.amysandersWebsite: www.amysanders.coEmail the show: support@amysanders.co 

This week, Alyssa and Nadia finally get into the topic Alyssa has been trying to crack open for months, Nadia's love life. What started as a casual mention, "don't make a big deal out of this, but I'm going on a third date," has since turned into something real, and this episode is basically the full update.Alyssa starts by breaking down the modern dating vocabulary she had to learn in real time. Where her generation had “going steady,” Nadia's world has a whole ladder of stages, talking, dating, exclusive, official. From the outside it can feel confusing or noncommittal, but Nadia explains why those steps actually make sense and how things naturally shift as feelings change. From there they get into how it all started. A Hinge match in February, a first date, and a third date that felt different enough that Nadia had to say something. Nadia talks about what made her nervous, not safety stuff, just the vulnerability of getting to know someone after a long stretch of being comfortable on her own.The episode gets warmer and more reflective when Alyssa asks what made this particular person easy to talk to. Nadia points to compatible personalities and a shared Bay Area background, something she didn't realize mattered until it did. Alyssa connects it to her own relationship with Nadia's dad and how small points of connection quietly build something bigger over time.The practical side gets addressed too. He graduated and moved back to the Bay Area while Nadia is still in Boston for co-op, studying for the MCATs, and figuring out her next semester. Long distance isn't the plan, it's just the current situation. But since home is the same place for both of them, it doesn't really feel like an ending, more like a pause.The episode wraps up with Alyssa floating the idea of DMing him or his mom for a coffee date, Nadia drawing a very firm line, and a rare public shoutout to Sean, who apparently gave his blessing for all of this.TakeawaysThe modern dating timeline has more stages than previous generations had words for and that's not confusion, it's just how things work nowGoing in with no expectations can actually be a healthy way to approach dating, especially when feelings genuinely evolve over timeThe fear of vulnerability after a long period of being single is just as real as any other kind of dating anxietyHaving people in your corner, roommates, friends, even a very invested mom, can make the difference between giving up and giving it a shotShared background and cultural touchstones create an ease that's hard to explain but impossible to ignoreA situationship is only frustrating when nothing comes out of it. When something does, it just becomes the beginningLong distance is more manageable when home is the same place for both peopleThere's a real difference between a parent being involved because they're pushy and a parent being involved because they genuinely want to share in the good stuffSometimes the reason you never talked about your dating life on the podcast is simply that there was nothing worth saying until there wasChapters0:10 – 1:24 — Catching Up and Setting the Stage1:24 – 4:15 — Third Date Energy, How This All Started4:15 – 7:00 — Dating Vocab Then vs. Now7:00 – 9:35 — Being the Last Single One in the Apartment9:35 – 12:00 — What Was Actually Scary About It12:00 – 15:20 — Why He Was Easy to Talk To15:20 – 18:10 — What Shared Background Actually Does for a Relationship18:10 – 21:00 — Long Distance (Sort Of)21:00 – 23:55 — Situationships, Labels, and Why Nadia Doesn't Love That Word23:55 – 27:47 — The Official Shoutout, the Coffee Date Offer, and Signing Off650.701.7686 (o)650.332.2739 (f)510.673.8712 (m)Sports & Dance Rehab | Pilates | Group ClassesOn the Move Physical Therapy501-D Old County Rd. Belmont, CA 94002web - http://www.onthemovephysio.comemail - alyssa@onthemovephysio.comIG - https://www.instagram.com/onthemovephysio

Connect an AI to your email list. Now ask it anything. This is a level of data analysis you're going to love - even if data and tech aren't your thing!If you've ever spent a Friday afternoon copying Kit data into a spreadsheet just to figure out what's actually performing, this one's for you.If you're thinking of making the switch to Kit for your email marketing, sign up here (affiliate link).In this episode:What MCP actually is and why it changes how AI tools connect to your dataThe specific things you can ask Claude when it's connected to Kit - and which ones actually matterHow to build a hot leads list for your next launch without building a single Zapier workflowThe segmentation and automation wins that are genuinely worth your timeThe privacy conversation no one's having loudly enough - and what to update before you connect anythingAction step: Connect Kit to Claude, turn off 'Help improve Claude' and location metadata, then ask: 'What are my top five emails by click rate?'Loved this episode? Don't miss out!

At 19 years old, Macey Coles thought she was heading out for a normal night with friends. Instead, a split-second decision left her fighting for her life with a traumatic brain injury, months of rehabilitation ahead of her, and a future that doctors weren't sure she would ever fully recover from. In this powerful episode, Macey shares the story she's never told publicly in full—from the accident itself, to the betrayal of people she trusted, the court case that followed, survivor's guilt, and the determination that helped her rebuild her life against all odds. Today, Macey is a successful Melbourne hairdresser, but her journey is a reminder of just how quickly life can change—and how resilient the human spirit can be.In this episode:The night that changed Macey's life foreverThe traumatic brain injury that nearly killed herThe emergency surgery that saved her lifeWaking up in hospital and learning to walk againSpending weeks in a brain injury rehabilitation centreWhat doctors predicted her future would look likeThe determination that fuelled her recoveryThe betrayal she experienced from people she trusted mostThe CCTV footage that revealed what really happenedThe two-year court process and the outcome that shocked herLosing trust in people and rebuilding her confidenceLiving with survivor's guiltThe hidden, long-term effects of a brain injuryWhy resilience is built one day at a timeThe perspective shift that changed how she views life foreverThis episode is a powerful reminder that we never truly know what someone else is carrying. Macey's story will leave you with a deeper appreciation for your health, your loved ones, and the strength we all have within us when life doesn't go to plan. If this conversation resonated with you, we'd love for you to share it with someone who needs to hear it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the simplest act of kindness could change someone's life and your own?In this inspiring episode of the Love Drops Podcast, host Charles and Diane welcomes Randy McNeely, affectionately known as "Captain Kind Man," for a powerful conversation on why kindness never goes out of style. Together, they explore how intentional acts of compassion, generosity, and human connection create lasting impact across generations, communities, and cultures.Randy shares personal stories, practical wisdom, and uplifting insights that demonstrate how kindness remains one of the most transformative forces in our world. Whether you're looking to strengthen relationships, make a difference in your community, or simply bring more positivity into your daily life, this episode will remind you that kindness is truly timeless.In This Episode You'll Discover:Why kindness is a universal language that transcends timeThe ripple effect of simple acts of compassionHow kindness can transform communities and relationshipsPractical ways to make kindness part of your everyday lifeRandy's journey as "Captain Kind Man" and his mission to spread kindness worldwideJoin us for a heartfelt conversation that will inspire you to lead with love, serve with purpose, and create meaningful connections wherever you go.Connect with Randy @ https://www.captainkindman.comCelebrate with Us: Love Drops Podcast 6th Anniversary!As we celebrate six incredible years of sharing stories of hope, love, and transformation, we invite you to participate in our "6 for 6 for Love" Anniversary Campaign.Here's how you can help us continue spreading love around the world:❤️ Donate $6❤️ Give in multiples of 6 ($12, $36, $60, or more)❤️ Share this episode with 6 friends❤️ Help us expand the reach of the Love Drops missionEvery contribution helps us continue creating inspiring conversations and sharing messages that uplift hearts and transform lives.Together, let's celebrate six years of Love Drops by multiplying love, kindness, and hope—one drop at a time.Connect, Subscribe, and SupportDon't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could use a little extra kindness today.Because kindness is timeless—and love changes everything.Listen & Subscribe:If this episode resonates, be sure to follow Love Drops and share it with someone who's stepping into their next chapter.

What if the real goal isn't simply living longer… but staying healthy, capable, sharp, and independent for as long as possible?In this fascinating conversation, Rip sits down with researcher, educator, and author Scott Fulton to explore the rapidly growing world of healthspan and longevity. Scott is the author of Whealthspan and his newest book, Function: Turn Your Blind Spots Into Strengths, where he challenges the way we think about aging, movement, purpose, brain health, and everyday function.Together, Rip and Scott unpack why America continues to lag behind the rest of the world in life expectancy, how our daily habits quietly shape our future independence, and why your “blind spots” may matter more than your strengths.They also dive into the overlooked role of hearing, vision, balance, grip strength, community, movement, and fiber in protecting long-term brain and body health.This conversation is practical, hopeful, deeply motivating — and a reminder that healthy aging starts long before old age.You'll Learn:Why healthspan matters more than lifespanThe hidden predictors of dementia and cognitive declineHow hearing and vision loss impact brain healthWhy balance and grip strength matter as you ageThe five pillars of “Whealthspan”Why movement is medicineThe connection between isolation and longevityWhy fiber may be one of the most important nutrients for long-term healthThe danger of “everything in moderation”How small daily habits compound over timeThe importance of purpose, curiosity, and meaningful momentsWhy most people don't recognize their biggest health blind spotsHow to build a body and life that supports independence later in lifeLearn More About our 2026 Live PLANTSTRONG Events: https://plantstrongevents.com/ Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyLearn More About Our Corporate Wellness Program: https://liveplantstrong.com/corporate-wellness/ COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrong.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotifyWatch the Episode on YouTube

Jeremy Bedingfield (Southern California narcotics interdiction officer, Cartel Traps founder) shares the real methods for identifying and stopping drug loads on highways. Managing a GSP's competing instincts, reading suspects through interviews, finding hidden compartments, and the legal future of K9 detection.What We Cover:Why GSPs are harder to work in narcotics (genetically wired for bushes, not drugs)Building reasonable suspicion: the interview technique that reveals liesVehicle targeting: what smugglers' cars have in commonThe two-direction search pattern (why it matters)Systematic vehicle search: start underneath, work inward void by voidReal training vs. parking lot training: why they're differentDealing with 20+ kilo loads (changes dog expectations)Fentanyl reality: mixed loads, quick imprinting, prevalence on highwaysBody cam footage: what handlers miss in real timeThe future: AI harness technology (5-10 years away)Jeremy breaks down tradecraft that's rarely discussed publicly—from target selection to compartment location to creative training solutions. He also discusses why the legal system is moving toward objective K9 data (harness technology with biological algorithms) rather than handler interpretation.For: Drug dog handlers, narcotics officers, interdiction teams, law enforcement exploring K9 evidence in court.________________________________________

Send us Fan MailTwenty-five years ago, Steve and I stood at the altar with big dreams, a lot of love, and very little understanding of what marriage would actually require.Over the last 25 years, we've walked through seasons of joy, parenting, ministry, business ownership, financial challenges, personal growth, and countless ordinary moments that ultimately shaped our marriage more than any grand milestone ever could.In this special anniversary episode, we're sitting down together for an honest conversation about what marriage has actually taught us. We're sharing lessons learned, mistakes made, unexpected surprises, hard seasons, and the habits that have helped us stay connected through every chapter of life.Whether you've been married for decades, are newly married, dating, or simply hoping for a healthy relationship one day, we hope our story encourages you and reminds you that healthy marriages aren't built on perfection—they're built on commitment, grace, friendship, and faith.In This Episode We Discuss:What we thought marriage would be like versus realityThe biggest adjustments during our early years togetherHow we've changed as individuals over 25 yearsThe seasons that stretched us the most as a coupleLessons we've learned about forgiveness and commitmentWhat matters more, and less, as the years go byHabits that have strengthened our marriage over timeThe role faith has played throughout our journeyAdvice we'd give our younger selves and newly married couplesFun rapid-fire questions and reflections from 25 years togetherWe'd Love to Hear From YouIf you've been married, what is one lesson marriage has taught you?If you're not married, what relationship lesson are you learning in this season?Share your thoughts by sending us a message or connecting with us on social media.If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to:✓ Follow the podcast✓ Leave a rating and review✓ Share this episode with a friend, spouse, or someone who could use a little encouragement todayYour support helps us continue creating faith-filled conversations that inspire women to walk confidently and joyfully in their God-given purpose.Remember…Keep chasing joy.Connect with Leslie: Follow on IG: @yourjoyfulorderstyle Website: https://shopjoyfulorder.com/Email: lmartinez@yourjoyfulorder.com to schedule- Speaking Events, Interviews or Life Coaching SessionsShop my SOAP Journal & Digital Products: https://shopjoyfulorder.com/Watch this Episode on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsXoAYIM2mfclNtYiaOzIUwShop my Gratitude, Goals & Prayer Journal on Amazon:https://a.co/d/09Djvaw

If you've ever worried about how you'll stay consistent with fitness and nutrition after having a baby…this episode is for you.In today's episode, I'm breaking down exactly how I'm preparing for postpartum fitness before baby arrives—so I'm not stuck starting over or scrambling to figure it out later.We're talking about:A realistic approach to postpartum meal prep (that's NOT all-or-nothing)How I'm planning my postpartum workout routine ahead of timeThe strength training and mobility work I'm prioritizing nowWhy having a simple postpartum plan makes all the differenceAnd the most underrated piece: getting support so you actually have the bandwidth to follow throughIf you want a realistic postpartum fitness plan that fits into real life (not perfection), this episode will show you how to set yourself up for success.Apply for 1:1 coaching: ⁠https://www.sweatsimpleco.com/onlinecoaching⁠The SweatSimple Podcast Show Notes:  ⁠https://www.sweatsimpleco.com/post/how-to-prepare-for-postpartum-fitness-a-realistic-plan-that-actually-works

Imagine going into business with a partner who tells you upfront: at the end of every year, I'll decide how much of the profits I keep. You'd never agree to that. But Ira Work says millions of Americans already did the day they opened a traditional IRA.That's one of several hard truths Ira Work, a 42-year financial industry veteran, addresses head-on in his new book and in this conversation. After 17 years working for firms like Smith Barney and Shearson Lehman Brothers, Ira walked away from the traditional brokerage model — not because he failed, but because he saw how it was failing clients.In this episode, Ira breaks down four persistent myths that quietly erode investor wealth, explains why tax-deferred retirement accounts may carry more risk than most people realize, and makes the case for financial coaching over traditional advising. Listeners will walk away with a clearer picture of what questions to ask, what costs to watch for, and what it actually means to have a financial plan built around their life and not just their portfolio.About Ira WorkIra Work is an Investor Coach and founder at First Financial Coaching, Inc., with over 42 years of experience in the financial industry. He holds multiple advanced designations including ChFC, RFC, AIF, AAMS, CASL, and CRPS. After spending his first 17 years at major wirehouses, Ira transitioned to independent financial coaching focused on investor education, behavioral science, and evidence-based investing. He is the author of The Investor's Coach: How You Can Rise Above Wall Street's Myths and Build Real Wealth.What We CoverWhy stock picking and market timing feel logical in the moment but fail investors over timeThe real reason 10-year fund track records are nearly meaningless for picking investmentsHow hidden trading costs inflate what investors actually pay beyond the stated expense ratioThe IRA tax trap: why deferring taxes today could mean paying far more tomorrow if rates riseThe one question Ira asks every new client that most advisors never think to raiseThe difference between a financial advisor and a financial coach, and why one asks about your life while the other asks about your moneyResources MentionedThe Investor's Coach by Ira Work — available on AmazonCome Back America by David Walker (U.S. Comptroller General) — referenced in the tax trap discussionNavigating the Fog of Investing — documentary film featuring Morningstar's CEO on fund ratingsConnect with Ira WorkWebsite: irawork.com / firstfinancialcoach.comEmail: irawork@firstfinancialcoach.comSupport the show

Why the Best-Kept Secret in Real Estate Is Going SmallerThere's a counterintuitive truth that the most consistently successful real estate agents already know: the smaller your focus, the faster you grow. In this episode, we explore what it actually looks like to become the undeniable go-to agent in a single neighborhood — and why that beats casting a wide net every single time.We're not talking about working harder or spending more on ads. We're talking about a identity shift — from generic agent to genuine community figure. The kind of person neighbors recommend without being asked, because you've spent months showing up in ways that had nothing to do with getting a listing.We break down five dimensions of what that looks like in practice. It starts with knowledge — not the surface-level kind you can pull from Zillow, but the lived-in, experiential understanding of a neighborhood that makes clients feel like you truly get where they live. From there we get into storytelling, and why leading with community narratives instead of market stats creates a loyalty that no ad budget can buy.Then we dig into the mechanics: how to build a marketing presence that feels native to the neighborhood rather than dropped in from the outside, how to position yourself as the connector who adds value whether or not a transaction is involved, and how to build a system where your mailers, your social content, and your events all reinforce each other instead of competing for attention.We also get honest about the three ways agents sabotage themselves before they ever gain real traction — spreading too thin, giving up too early, and showing up only when they need something from the community.If you've ever felt like you're working constantly but not building anything that lasts, this episode is for you.

In this thoughtful and encouraging episode of the Money Lighthouse Podcast for Spiritual Entrepreneurs, Michel Ai Reavis explores a softer, more soul-aligned perspective on automation and supportive business systems. Rather than viewing automation as something cold or impersonal, she reframes it as sacred support. As a way to protect energy, reduce overwhelm, and create more spaciousness for creativity, intuition, healing work, and meaningful client connection. This episode is especially supportive for spiritual entrepreneurs who feel mentally scattered, emotionally drained, or exhausted from trying to manually hold and manage every moving piece of their business.Michel dives into the hidden emotional and energetic costs of repetitive admin tasks, constant remembering, and decision fatigue. She shares how even tiny automations can help reduce mental clutter, support nervous system regulation, create consistency for clients, and offer compassionate support during difficult seasons of life such as burnout, caregiving, illness, or emotional overwhelm. Listeners are invited to rethink automation not as replacing humanity, but as protecting it, allowing their true gifts, presence, and creativity to shine more fully.This episode also explores how thoughtful systems and workflows can become energetic touchpoints within a business. From calming onboarding emails to nurturing follow-ups and supportive client pathways, automation can become a form of digital hospitality and sacred space. If you've ever struggled with feeling resistant to systems, worried automation might make your business feel less personal, or secretly wished your business felt more supportive and sustainable, this episode offers a compassionate and empowering reframe.Topics CoveredWhy automation is about more than saving timeThe hidden impact of decision fatigue on spiritual entrepreneursHow repetitive tasks drain creative and intuitive energyAutomation as nervous system and emotional supportCreating consistency and trust through supportive systemsHow automation helps during burnout, grief, caregiving, and difficult seasonsWhy automation does not replace authenticity or human connectionUsing automation as digital hospitality and sacred client careReframing systems as compassionate support instead of cold technologyProtecting your creativity, energy, and capacity through soulful automationIf you're ready to create a business that supports your energy instead of draining it, this episode will help you see automation, systems, and supportive technology in a completely new light. Tune in for a gentle yet powerful conversation about creating more flow, spaciousness, and sustainability in your spiritual business.Contact:michel@moneylighthouse.com

If you have ever looked at your to-do list and thought, I am doing so much… but am I actually doing the right things? — this episode is for you.In this minisode, Jen breaks down one of the biggest struggles florists and creative business owners face: figuring out where to spend their time for the greatest impact. Because the truth is, not everything in your business deserves your time equally. Some tasks feel productive because you are checking a box, but they are not actually creating traction, momentum, or revenue.Jen talks about how many florists get pulled into low-value admin work, overcomplicating tiny details, reacting too fast, doing things themselves that someone else could do, and spending time in ways that make them feel busy—but not effective. This episode is a reminder that if you want to grow your floral business, you need sharper priorities, not just more hours in the day.In this episode, Jen talks about:Why being busy does not automatically mean you are being effectiveHow to identify revenue-producing activities in your floral businessWhy consultations, proposals, follow-ups, content, and networking deserve more of your timeThe problem with spending CEO time on entry-level tasksHow a “full spaghetti plate” keeps you from creating growthWhy you need space in your schedule to be visionary, strategic, and proactiveHow to spend more time on what only you can doWhy templates, systems, SOPs, and better workflows matterHow to prioritize the highest-return activities in your businessThe difference between urgent tasks and important tasksWhy peace is a productive use of your timeHow to think differently if you are in a growth season versus a scaling seasonKey takeawayYou do not need more time. You need sharper priorities.When you stop spending your time reacting, overcomplicating, and doing everything yourself, you make space for the work that actually grows your business—more visibility, better systems, stronger offers, more profit, and a lot more peace.Mentioned in this episodeThe Floral CEO Mastermindhttp://floralceo.com/mastermind

“Just practice delegating” is not real advice.I know that sounds harsh, but it's true. You can't practice delegating unless you actually have someone to delegate to. That's why hiring comes first.You don't get better at delegating by reading about it, thinking about it, or hoping someday you'll be ready. You get better by hiring someone, giving them actual work, making corrections, and keeping going. That's how it works.Otherwise, the alternative is you keep doing exactly what you're doing right now: stuck in the business, too busy to grow it.If you're overloaded, doing everything yourself, and telling yourself no one else can do it right, this episode is for you.We'll talk about:⚠️ Why “just practice delegating” is terrible advice

He Got Sick the Day He Stayed. He Started Healing the Day He Quit.Thuan did not leave his job. His body made the decision for him.Three months on medical leave. A doctor who refused to clear him to return. A resignation email he sat with for a long time before he finally hit send.The same day he sent it, he started feeling better.That is the kind of story that sounds like luck until you hear the whole thing. Because Thuan had been planting seeds for years. Recovery. Yoga. Qigong. Sound baths. A decade of healing himself and then helping others heal inside the walls of addiction treatment centers. He knew what the work was. He just had not yet had the courage to take it into the world.The universe took care of that part.In this episode, Thuan shares how his path through Alcoholics Anonymous and Refuge Recovery led him to holistic healing, how a wellness director job he was not supposed to have changed his life, and how he and his business partner Britt built the Zen Den, a wellness studio in Connecticut designed for the one person everyone forgets about: the busy human who needs peace but has to be at work by nine.He also breaks down what the word abracadabra actually means. And once you hear it, you will never say it the same way again.In this episode:Why Thuan says he genuinely enjoys powerlessness, and what that taught him about trustThe resignation email that triggered his healingHow saying "2026 is going to be big for me" with zero plan behind it turned out to be exactly rightThe Zen Den model: mindfulness built around the real obstacle, which is timeThe one phrase that stops fear in its tracks: "My faith is stronger than my fear"If you are sitting with a nudge you keep ignoring, this episode is for you.Subscribe to Purpose Chasers so you never miss a conversation like this one. New episodes drop weekly and every single one is built around one idea: the person you are becoming is worth chasing.Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. And if this episode moved you, leave a review. It takes two minutes and it helps more people find the show.ThePurposeChasers.com

One hundred and sixty-eight. Financial advisor coach Ray Sclafani has been hearing the same thing from high performers across the industry: I am overwhelmed, I feel overcommitted, I have too much to do and not enough time. In this episode of Building the Billion Dollar Business, Ray offers the leadership reframe that changes everything about how the best leaders think about those 168 hours. The question is not how do you manage your time. The question is what should no longer require it.What you will learn in this episodeWhy time blocking is not a productivity hack but a way of telling the truth about what actually matters to you as a leaderThe critical difference between responsiveness and effectivenessWhy the real multiplier is not another app, another list, or another early morning, it is developing others who can develop othersWhat real delegation looks like versus task dumpingHow themed days, energy blocks, meeting clusters, decision blocks, and delegation blocks change the quality of leadership over timeThe five dimensions of the 168 hour self-assessment: focus, preparation, recovery, delegation, and team multiplicationKey insight from this episodeThe question is not how do I manage my time. The better question is what should no longer require my time. That is the leadership reframe. Time blocking is not about filling every square on the calendar. It is about protecting time for the work only you should do while creating room for others to grow into the work they should be doing. Because the future of your business cannot be built on your personal endurance alone.The 168 hour self-assessmentFocus: are you spending enough time on your highest contribution?Preparation: are you creating the conditions for better work or reacting all day?Recovery: are you protecting your energy or borrowing from tomorrow?Delegation: are you handing off meaningful work or simply assigning tasks?Team multiplication: are you developing others who can develop others?Resources and references mentionedDavid Allen — Getting Things Done: The GTD MethodDan Sullivan and Strategic Coach — the entrepreneurial time system: free days, focus days, and buffer daysFrancesco Cirillo — the Pomodoro techniqueSession app — focus timer for named, bounded work blocksCoaching questions for reflectionIf your calendar became a visible expression of your highest priorities, what would need to change or shift first?What work are you still holding on to that could become a development opportunity for someone else on your team?One year from now, what would be different in your business and life if you invested your time more intentionally for each of the next 52 weeks?Building the Billion Dollar Business is hosted by Ray Sclafani, founder and CEO of ClientWise, the financial services industry's leading executive coaching and team development firm for elite advisors and wealth management teams.Find Ray and the ClientWise Team on the ClientWise website or LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

Tara Polley explains how building a personal brand through media stopped the grind and started attracting clients who already trust her.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack Hoss sits down with Tara Polley of welcomehomesonoma.com, a 25-year real estate veteran turned television host, to break down how media, storytelling, and personal brand building change the game for realtors and investors alike.Tara shares her full framework including:Why getting on camera shortens the sales cycle by building trust before the first conversationHow storytelling and authenticity outperform polished, perfect content every timeThe role AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT play in scripting listings and TV segmentsHow she uses CapCut and TikTok to create social content fast without a big production teamWhy lifestyle marketing sells properties faster than leading with features and square footageThe delegation framework she uses to decide what to keep vs. automate vs. hand offWhat top performers in real estate actually have in common (and it's not talent)Why realtors who stay stuck in 2021 pricing mindsets are losing deals right nowThis episode is for:Realtors ready to stop cold prospecting and start attracting aligned clientsInvestors who want to understand how personal brand impacts deal flowAnyone in real estate who knows they should be creating content but keeps putting it offIf you've ever felt like you were grinding harder than your results showed, this episode is the reset you need.

Self-employment isn't just a business model, it's a mental game. For a lot of entrepreneurs, the hardest part isn't strategy or execution, it's what happens in your head when doubt, anxiety, and scarcity start driving the decisions.In this episode, Whitney Lee gets real about the emotional weight of running a business solo. She breaks down how imposter syndrome shows up at every stage, why scarcity thinking is so sticky, and how self-awareness becomes a practical tool, not just a buzzword, for staying steady when things feel uncertain.Instead of pretending mindset work is about “thinking positive,” Whitney focuses on what it actually looks like to coach yourself through spirals, make clearer decisions, and stop attaching your worth to every business outcome.In This Episode, We Cover:Why imposter syndrome doesn't go away—it just changes shapeHow scarcity mindset quietly influences pricing and decisionsWhat self-coaching actually looks like in real timeThe difference between awareness and overthinkingWhy emotional resilience is part of your business strategyIf this hit home, subscribe to Brand Rescue, leave a review, and connect with Whitney Lee for more honest conversations about what it really takes to run a business without spiraling in the process.Connect with Whitney on InstagramConnect with Whitney on LinkedInYour Marketing Heroes Website

This video examines the tragic case of Kip Eliason, a 16-year-old who died by su*cide in 1982 after struggling with intense guilt and shame tied to teachings about s*xual morality within his religious upbringing.Kip's story has become a widely discussed example of how ordinary adolescent development—especially s*xual curiosity and masturbation—can be reframed as profound moral failure, leading to overwhelming psychological distress.This discussion is based on reporting and analysis found here:https://thoughtsonthingsandstuff.com/a-latter-day-tragedy-suicide-over-masturbation/In this episode, we explore:How purity-based moral teachings can intensify adolescent shameThe psychological impact of guilt-centered s*xual messagingHistorical religious rhetoric surrounding chastity and “virtue”How institutional messaging has evolved over timeThe broader question of responsibility when doctrine and mental health collideThe intent is not sensationalism, but reflection on how belief systems can unintentionally shape self-perception in vulnerable individuals.If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm, help is available. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 to reach the Su*cide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.Please consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

You can't pour from an empty cup. And this week's guest is here to help you fill it back up — without overhauling your entire life to do it.This week Cara and Bronagh are joined by Kylie Griffiths, former fashion stylist, creative director, accidental DJ and founder of Stress Sucks — a wellness brand built specifically for people with busy lives who don't have time for a 40 minute morning meditation but desperately need something to change. Kylie's journey from styling Little Mix and touring with bands to studying medical herbalism in Cornwall is one of the most brilliantly unexpected stories we've heard on the pod. But what really resonates is the conversation around how mums consistently put themselves last, mistake worrying for caring, and feel guilty the moment they do something just for themselves — and why that needs to stop. There's also a genuinely eye opening chat about the mental load, why your thoughts are just visitors and not who you are, and the one sentence that changed how Kylie thinks about motherhood entirely. Oh, and a PVC catsuit split at a house party. Obviously.Why looking after yourself makes you a better mum — and how to stop feeling guilty about itSmall changes with big impact — practical tips for de-stressing when you have no timeThe mental load of motherhood — why we take on so much and how to start letting goWorry dumping, EFT tapping and breathwork — what they are and why they actually workKylie's brilliant career — from styling bands to DJing at Reading Festival to founding Stress SucksFind Kylie: Instagram: @kyliegriffiths and at @stress.sucks Website: www.stress-sucks.comKylie's Stress Sucks Reset Retreat — 28th–31st August 2026 Taking place at Kudhva in Cornwall, a stunning off-grid site between forest and coastline with cabins, sauna, hot tub and sea views. Accommodation options range from shared tepees to private treehouse cabins, all including the full retreat programme and meals. The first eight places booked also receive access to the online Stress Busting Course as a gift. Payment plans are available — just get in touch. Book here: www.stress-sucks.com/stress-sucks-retreat-cornwallInstagram: @schoolrunwaypod Leave us a voice note: https://sayhi.chat/oeks4 Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discussing Conventional and Holistic Treatment FailuresFailure is something we rarely talk about openly in mental health treatment.But what happens when medications don't work the way people hoped?What happens when holistic approaches don't create immediate breakthroughs either?And what can both patients and practitioners learn from those experiences?In this episode, Emily and I have a deeply honest conversation about conventional and holistic treatment failures — and why these experiences, while painful, often become the beginning of deeper understanding and growth. We discuss:The real-world success rates of antidepressants and antipsychoticsWhy medication withdrawal can become increasingly complex over timeThe emotional toll of treatment resistance and failed approachesHow hope, persistence, and curiosity shape recovery outcomesThe difference between symptom reduction and true healingAnd why listening deeply to patients matters more than everThis conversation isn't about attacking conventional psychiatry or promising easy answers.It's about honesty.Learning.And recognizing that healing is often far more nuanced than we've been taught.Enjoy! Come back for more articles and episodes of The Holistic Psychiatrist!Support the showTo sustain my work as a holistic psychiatrist and support my efforts to improve psychiatric treatment for all through my podcasts, articles, website, and YouTube channel, please show your appreciation and help champion holistic psychiatry by clicking HERE to contribute!Click here to listen to all of The Holistic Psychiatrist Podcast episodesContact here to email Dr. Lee directly. New! Join me on Substack A space for my opinions and reflections on cultural, political, social, and psychological issues. Feel free to comment and respond to those articles.If you like this podcast, please give it a 5-star rating and share this with others! Thank you!For more about Dr. Alice W. Lee, please visit:Website: www.holisticpsychiatrist.comMore stories and insights: Holistic ArticlesYouTube: The Holistic PsychiatristTo schedule consultations or appointments, call Dr. Lee's office at 240-437-7600Dr. Lee is located near downtown Stamford, Conn...

This week on The Insanely Dangerous Retropodshow, Dangerous Dave flies solo for an epic deep dive into one of the greatest superhero sequels ever made — Superman II.From the arrival of General Zod and the Phantom Zone criminals to Clark Kent giving up his powers for love, Dange explores why Superman II became such a defining movie for comic-book cinema and why fans still adore it over forty years later.This massive solo episode covers the history behind the film, the behind-the-scenes drama involving Richard Donner and Richard Lester, the cast and characters, the emotional story of Superman and Lois Lane, and how Christopher Reeve delivered one of the most beloved superhero performances in movie history.Dangerous Dave also dives deep into:The legacy of the movieThe incredible special effects for the timeThe darker tone compared to the originalThe unforgettable villains led by General ZodFan opinions on the theatrical cut vs The Richard Donner CutWhy Superman II still influences superhero movies todayThis week's retro segments include:What Happened Way Back When – 1980 Edition5 lesser-known songs from 19805 forgotten movies from 19805 underrated TV shows from 1980Retro Headlines UK & USBack in the AdsDangerously UnderratedOne Season WonderRetro RumbleBetter Than / Worse ThanToybox Time MachineDanger Zone – Why Superman II Still MattersAs always, Dange mixes deep nostalgia, humour, retro memories and passionate movie discussion throughout the show while celebrating one of the true kings of superhero cinema.And at the end of the episode, Dangerous Dave teases the next stop on the retro journey…Sum 41!From superhero legends to early 2000s pop-punk chaos, the next episode cranks the guitars up loud as TIDRP heads into the world of Fat Lip, In Too Deep and one of the defining bands of the 2000s alternative scene.

Send us Fan MailWe hear a lot about the “loneliness epidemic,” but what if the real problem isn't that we feel lonelier? What if it's that we're spending more and more of our lives alone… and slowly forgetting how to connect in the first place?This conversation with political theorist and writer Sarah Stein Lubrano absolutely blew my mind. We got into the neuroscience of what happens when we spend too much time isolated, including how our brains literally start pruning away the social skills we're not using. Which honestly explains why texting someone back can suddenly feel like preparing for battle.Sarah shares why social interaction is a little bit like exercise. Most of us don't feel like doing it beforehand, but we almost always feel better afterward. We talk about the surprising research on talking to strangers, why introverts probably still need more connection than they think, and how our increasingly individualistic lives might be affecting everything from happiness to democracy itself.We also got into the hidden risk that keeps people isolated. It's not laziness. It's fear. Fear of awkwardness, rejection, inconvenience, vulnerability, or just feeling weird for knocking on someone's door. The less we practice connection, the riskier connection starts to feel.And honestly, this episode changed me a little. Since recording it, I joined a French conversation group, a women's finance group, and started going to karaoke at the Legion here on Salt Spring. And guess what? Every single time I leave my cozy little house and force myself into the world, something good happens.Turns out humans might actually need other humans after all.What's Inside:Why we're spending more time alone without necessarily feeling lonelierHow social isolation changes the brain and weakens social skills over timeThe surprising science behind talking to strangers and why it boosts happinessWhy rebuilding community matters for our health, relationships, and even democracyThis episode made me realize that connection isn't something that magically happens. It's something we practice, maintain, and sometimes awkwardly fight for. DM me on Instagram and tell me: what's one small social risk you want to start taking again? Mentioned in This Episode:Sarah Stein LubranoSarah Stein Lubrano on InstagramOonagh Duncan on InstagramFit Feels GoodLeave me a voice note on Speak Pipe!

AI is everywhere right now — and most people are using it like a fancier Google. Ask it a question, get an answer, move on. Maybe ask it to write a caption. And then wonder why it's not actually saving you any time.In this episode I'm pulling back the curtain on exactly how I have Claude set up in my real life and business — from content planning to daily briefings to meal planning — and why the difference between AI costing you time and AI genuinely changing your life comes down to one thing: how it's installed.This isn't a theoretical conversation. I'm sharing the actual systems, the actual integrations, and the actual ways this tool is working on my behalf every single week so I can show up as a creator and a CEO without doing the mental legwork that used to eat up my bandwidth.If you've been feeling like everyone's talking about AI and you're not sure what you're missing — this is the episode.Key Takeaways:The biggest mistake people make with AI (and why it makes the tool feel more exhausting than helpful)What it actually looks like to have Claude trained on your content rhythm, your strategy, and your business contextHow I get a full daily briefing delivered to me every morning — automatically — without touching a single appWhy continuity and context are everything, and how to stop starting from scratch every single timeThe real difference between using AI as a tool and having AI work as a system inside your businessLinks:Claude in a Weekend — I did the system writing and setup for you. Install it in 72 hours and have it working for your specific business: https://go.taylorslango.com/claude-weekendRun your entire business on one platform — I replaced $3,500+ in annual subscriptions with GoHighLevel. Get 30 days free: https://www.gohighlevel.com/?fp_ref=taylorslangoScaling to multiple 6-figures? Apply for the CEO Mastermind here.Stabilizing your revenue before your scale? Get inside The Inner Circle here.Integrate AI systems & workflows into your business this weekend: Save $100 on Claude in a WeekendTry out the software I use to run my ENTIRE business: 30 day free trial for Go High Level

TakeawaysTraditional hiring is not the only path to business growth and scalability.Systems, freelancers, and strategic outsourcing can create more flexibility and sustainability.Delegation works best when you evaluate tasks based on skill, enjoyment, and business impact.In this behind-the-scenes episode of Rooted Agritourism, Dr. Liz Fiedler Mergen pulls back the curtain on how she runs a flower farm, event venue, podcast, speaking business, and multiple entrepreneurial ventures without traditional employees.Liz shares her journey through hiring W-2 employees, experimenting with assistants and agencies, and ultimately designing a business model centered around systems, contractors, software, and project-based specialists.She walks listeners through her current support structure, including freelance creatives, podcast production, PR support, website management, seasonal help, and automation experts. Along the way, she explains how intentional delegation has helped her protect her time, focus on high-value work, and create a business that supports both growth and quality of life.Whether you're an agritourism operator, rural entrepreneur, or service-based business owner, this episode offers practical insight into building a sustainable business without defaulting to traditional staffing.Key Topics Covered:Why traditional hiring did not fit this stage of business growthBuilding systems instead of relying on employeesManaging freelancers and retainers effectivelyUsing software and automation to save timeThe delegation matrix for business ownersProtecting owner energy while scalingOutsourcing without sacrificing qualitySave $25 on your CoolBot: https://storeitcold.referralrock.com/lv1/6R543BWF/Podcast Website: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/rootedagritourismPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootedagritourism/Business Coaching: https://www.sunnymarymeadowcoaching.com/Farm Website: www.sunnymarymeadow.comFarmerstoFlorists: https://www.farmerstoflorists.com/Farm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunnymarymeadow/Podcast Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/888196709178852

In this episode of Venice Talks, Monica speaks with Laura from Maranteghe, a vintage and second-hand shop in Cannaregio where fashion becomes memory, identity and a small act of resistance.Founded by Miriam, Sara and Laura, Maranteghe was born during the pandemic, among wardrobes to reinvent, forgotten clothes to rescue and the desire to create something with meaning. What began as a shared passion between friends became, in spring 2024, a physical shop in Venice: a “covo”, a little den, filled with pieces that carry stories, character and soul.But Maranteghe is not just about vintage fashion. It is about giving clothes a second life, celebrating Made in Italy, listening to the stories hidden in Venetian wardrobes, and pushing back against fast consumption and the sameness of mass tourism. In a city too often reduced to souvenirs and quick visits, Maranteghe offers something slower, stranger, more personal, and beautifully Venetian.Together Monica and Laura talk about friendship, style, sustainability, female energy, old clothes with new destinies, and the wonderfully ironic meaning of the word “marantega”, rooted in Venetian dialect and linked to witches, old women, sacred female figures and a touch of glorious mischief.Show KeynotesIn this episode, Monica and Laura discuss:How Maranteghe was born during the pandemic from friendship, wine and wardrobe reinventionWhy vintage fashion can be emotional, cultural and sustainable at the same timeThe meaning of the Venetian word “marantega” and why it became the perfect nameHow Miriam, Sara and Laura choose the pieces that enter the shopThe stories hidden inside the wardrobes of Venetian womenWhy second-hand fashion can be a form of resistance against waste and mass-produced styleHow Venice inspires style, theatricality and personal expressionWhy Maranteghe stands against the “mordi e fuggi” tourist economyThe playful Venetian detail behind their logo: a lion sticking out its tongue, inspired by a medieval bas-relief in the Archivio di Stato di VeneziaListen to the new episode of Venice Talks and step inside a shop where clothes are never just clothes. They are fragments of lives, whispers from wardrobes, and tiny spells stitched into fabric.

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Are you heading out to a big event, conference, convention, association meetup, or summit like Web Summit? Then you don't want to miss this episode as our host, Diane Rolston, covers her tips for pre, during, and post event success. She is recording from the Web Summit podcasting booth after interviewing amazing female founders, and she's sharing exactly how to get the most out of any event based on her experience as energy levels, goals, and business needs change.Listen to learn these key takeaways:PRE-EVENT: How to use conference apps strategically, finding the right people to connect with and crafting your one-chance connection messageThe napkin vs. bib approach: why "here's my business, book a call" messages get ignored and what actually works insteadHow to organize your schedule before you arriveWhy you must define your goals and intentions before going: Diane's two reasons for attending Web Summit and how clarity creates better ROIDURING THE EVENT: The time and energy management strategyThe connection tool everyone missesThe photo strategy that gets speakers' attention: taking selfies, sending them on LinkedIn with context, and why event coordinators love seeing thisPOST-EVENT: The three-part follow-up strategy most business owners completely wasteThe 10-24-7 ruleThe 12-3-1 implementation frameworkThe quote card story: how Diane went from idea to finished product during a workshop break by messaging her Virtual Assistant in real-timeThe ninja tip? Don't implement everything yourself. Message your Virtual Assistant during the event, add tasks to your project management tool as you hear ideas, and get things done while others are still taking notes.WORKSHOP: Register for Diane's free workshop “Build Your Business & Reach Your Goals with the Help of a Virtual Assistant”:https://VirtualAssistantEventMay21.eventbrite.ca VA Made Easy starts at just 10 hours/week - no full-time staff, no office, no computer to buy. Email team@dianerolston.com for the next session if the date has passed.Want to be invited to join Diane's NEW high-level, like-minded group of women? Email her at diane@dianerolston.com.Do you prefer reading blogs or watching videos?Read Diane's blogs here: https://www.dianerolston.com/blogWatch Diane's videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@CoachDianeRolstonThis show's host, Diane Rolston, is called THE Expert on Being Dynamic and living a Dynamic Life. She specializes in coaching high-achieving women who want to be successful AND satisfied. She is a Certified Professional Coach, International Speaker, 11-time Author, and host of the five-time award-winning Dynamic Women Podcast, ranked in the top 2.5% of podcasts.Diane has been recognized with multiple awards for her professional accomplishments and for the powerful impact she has on the women she inspires and empowers. Chicken Soup for the Soul co-creator Jack Canfield describes her as “an amazing woman” doing “incredible work helping women develop holistic lives of balance.”Through her program, VA Made Easy, she helps entrepreneurs go from task overwhelm to business ease by hiring and training Virtual Assistants for them while also providing proven systems, processes, and strategies for success.Outside of her work, Diane is a mother of two, a soccer player, and a stand-up comedy rookie, always embracing new challenges and personal growth.You're invited to reach out to Diane and visit her website: www.dianerolston.com Check out what Diane is up to and other opportunities here: linktr.ee/dianerolstonConnect with me on your favourite social platform:https://www.facebook.com/LifeCoachDianehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dianercoaching/https://twitter.com/DianeRCoachinghttps://www.instagram.com/coachdianerolston/https://www.youtube.com/user/DianeRolstonCoachingPersonal Email: diane@dianerolston.comDiane believes we are not defined by our titles or our roles. Instead, we are more powerful and happy when we can be who we are. This brought out her book Dynamic You™, based on a successful program, where she reveals the secret code to confident, wealthy, and successful women and leads women to unleash the Dynamic Woman™ in them!Grab your copy of Diane's autographed Dynamic You™ Book at a special Discount:https://www.dianerolston.com/store/p3/Autographed_Dynamic_You%E2%84%A2_Book.htmlThanks for listening!It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast!With this podcast, we are building an international community of Dynamic Women®. We aim to inspire more women to unleash their dynamic selves and enhance their lives across all areas, particularly in business. If you know someone who would benefit from this message or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave us a reviewWe appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value-adding part of your day. Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us give you more of what you want, but also help others find us in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on Apple Podcasts and other apps goes a long way! If you do, send a screenshot along with your mailing address to our team team@dianerolston.com and you'll receive something in the mail!

Most podcasts never make it past three episodes. This is episode 200.In this special 200th episode of The Barber's Brief, Marc Binkley and Vassilis Douros reflect on five years of The Sleeping Barber Podcast while diving into some of the biggest marketing conversations shaping the industry right now.The episode explores why the laws of growth apply even to blood donation behaviour, how brands like McLaren Formula 1 Team are turning nostalgia into a competitive advantage, and why Chinese EV giants like BYD are shifting from performance marketing into long-term brand building.Marc and V also unpack:Why heavy buyers naturally moderate over timeThe hidden value sitting inside brand archivesWhy emotional continuity matters more than lived experienceThe tension between SEO, GEO, AI optimization, and originalityWhy AI-generated sameness may increase the value of human perspectiveHow modern marketing risks optimizing for defensibility instead of differentiationTo close the episode, Marc revisits one of his favourite ads of all time: a classic Adidas campaign featuring rugby legend Jonah Lomu — a reminder that surprise, storytelling, and emotional distinctiveness still matter.And finally, Marc and V take a moment to reflect on five years, 200 episodes, and the community that's kept The Sleeping Barber Podcast growing along the way.Chapters00:00 Celebrating 200 Episodes: A Milestone in Podcasting02:01 Insights from Blood Donation Data: Understanding Donor Behaviour07:58 McLaren's Heritage Storytelling: Leveraging the Past for Growth13:54 Chinese EVs and Brand Building: A Shift in Strategy19:46 The Future of Search and SEO Fundamentals24:02 Celebrating Jonah Lomu: A Tribute to a Rugby Legend31:04 Upcoming Episodes and Community EngagementResources:Heavy Donors Behave Like Heavy Bleach Buyers - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenni-romaniuk-2746884/recent-activity/all/McLaren's Fastest Asset Isn't Technology. It's Memory - https://www.thedrum.com/news/how-mclaren-s-60-year-archive-powers-its-marketing-machineChinese EVs Discover Brand-Building - https://www.thecurrent.com/marketing-strategy-chinese-ev-brands-brand-building-teslaGoogle publishes guide on optimizing for generative AI features - https://searchengineland.com/google-publishes-guide-on-optimizing-for-generative-ai-features-477671Title: Adidas Makes you better - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKaqoq5NVVs

You wake up, check your portfolio, and realize one stock has quietly become your entire retirement plan. Maybe it came from an employee stock purchase plan. Maybe Grandma left you a pile of Apple shares. Maybe you bought NVIDIA in 2012 because you liked the graphics card and forgot about it. However you got here, the problem is the same: one company now owns you. Joe and OG walk through exactly how to unwind it -- slowly, tax-efficiently, and without making the emotional decisions that cost people the most money.What You'll Walk Away WithThe four ways people end up with concentrated stock -- and which one has the easiest fix that most people skip entirelyWhy inheriting stock is actually the best time to diversify -- and the step-up in basis rule that eliminates most of the tax billThe conveyor belt strategy for employee stock purchase plans that keeps you collecting the discount without piling up company riskWhy "I'll just grow around it" almost never works -- and the math behind why your stock tends to outpace your ability to diversify around itThe question Joe asked every client in this situation: which outcome would upset you least -- and why that's the right starting pointRSUs as a paycheck, not a loyalty pledge -- and the mental reframe that makes it easier to sellWhat the Merck/Vioxx story teaches about why the tax bill is almost never the real reason to hold concentrated stockWhen a slow systematic sell makes sense versus ripping the Band-Aid -- and how to decide which one you can actually live withThe estate planning mistake that turns a free inheritance into a massive capital gains bill -- and why the $1 trick backfires every timeThe insurance planning framework OG and Anna walk through: life, disability, long-term care, and property/casualty -- including the umbrella policy most people skipWhy This Matters NowIf you've spent years building something -- through your career, through conviction, through an inheritance -- the last thing you want is to lose it all because one company had a bad quarter. The diversification conversation feels complicated, but the framework is simpler than most people think. The hard part isn't knowing what to do. It's making the decision when the stock is moving and your emotions are loud.From the BasementJoe and OG dig into concentrated stock risk -- how people get there, what it actually costs them, and the five strategies for getting out without making it worse. OG and Anna return for episode two of their financial basics series with a full insurance planning walkthrough -- including the disability insurance gap most people don't know they have. Doug arrives with Mount St. Helens trivia and a dryer situation that may or may not involve auto parts. Stacker Molly's car repair HSA story gets a full investigation and a satisfying resolution.Resources MentionedStacking Benjamins Basics Guide -- season one and season two workbooks free at stackingbenjamins.com/basicsguideStacking Benjamins Newsletter (The 201) -- stackingbenjamins.com/201Stacking Benjamins Vault -- stackingbenjamins.com/vaultStacking Benjamins Community -- stackingbenjamins.com/basementYahoo Finance / CNBC insider trading tracker -- referenced for monitoring executive stock salesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I'm ripping the Band-Aid off and getting real about every financial mistake you'll make as your net worth grows. Here's the kicker: you're probably making some of them right now and they don't even feel like mistakes. That's the danger.Most financial advice out there talks about what to do to build wealth, but almost nobody warns you about the traps that sneak up on you when your wealth actually starts showing up. These aren't just money mistakes...they're behavioral and life mistakes that can sideline your freedom, confidence, and choices.Whether you're on your first six figures or cruising in seven, these lessons come from my own hard-won experience (including getting caught in a Ponzi scheme and buying a car for all the wrong reasons). I'm laying out the top ways people blow it as their net worth rises, so you can see these mistakes in yourself, dodge them early, and actually build a life you want to live.IN THIS EPISODE, I HIT:Why confusing your net worth with true financial freedom will mess you upThe silent danger of being “asset rich but cash poor” and how to make sure you're never caught frozenHow letting your emotions and outside expectations hijack your financial decisions can cost you big-timeThe problem with chasing sexy, complex investments before you've mastered the basics (trust me, I've been burned)Why building wealth is never a solo sport and how to prep your family to carry the torchTime to cut through the BS, see what's really in your blind spot. Hit play now.RECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/When Does Investment Income Finally Beat Your Day JobI'm Politely Begging You To Get Good with MoneyEvery Financial Trap Middle Class People Fall Into ExplainedRich People Don't Buy Luxury...They Buy These 8 ThingsPsychology of Families Who Stay Rich For GenerationsRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:When Does Investment Income Finally Beat Your Day Job: https://youtu.be/bRyW3hxzRac I'm Politely Begging You To Get Good with Money: https://youtu.be/tEJ89xF2ZZ0 Every Financial Trap Middle Class People Fall Into Explained: https://youtu.be/kn5nCbd5FOU Rich People Don't Buy Luxury...They Buy These 8 Things: https://youtu.be/clc7oX7VJUQ Psychology of Families Who Stay Rich For Generations: https://youtu.be/phB_2VcYPbA ORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine-a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

Toy designer and illustrator Zander Miner joins the show to talk about turning original characters into collectible toys.Inspired by cartoons like Adventure Time, Gravity Falls, Teen Titans, and Regular Show, Zander grew up wanting to become an animator and artist. After studying illustration at RISD, he eventually discovered toy design and began sculpting his own original figures, including Orion, Bleb, and Carl the Crab.In this episode, we discuss:Growing up surrounded by cartoons and character designStudying illustration and concept artLearning sculpting and 3D printingMaking his first production toyBuilding original IP and storytelling through toysTabling at conventions for the first timeThe supportive nature of the toy sceneBalancing freelancing, art, and toy productionThis episode is a deep dive into creativity, persistence, and finding your artistic voice through toys.On Instagram: @zander.miner.toysThanks to Our SupportersRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!Subscribe and Follow AlongInstagram:@toysontapLinkedin:Abraham MustoFacebook:@toysontapYoutube:@Toysontap

Lately it feels like something's off.They still text you… but it feels dry.They're there physically… but emotionally? Gone.In this episode of Uncomfortable Convo's, we talk about the slow emotional disconnect that happens in relationships before most people even realize they're losing each other.We break down:Why your partner might suddenly feel distantThe silent signs they're emotionally checking outHow resentment builds quietly over timeThe difference between being “busy” and emotionally unavailableWhat social media, stress, routine, and lack of communication do to intimacyWhether the relationship can actually be fixedSometimes people don't leave all at once… they leave emotionally first.Sponsored by Rinse Kings Pressure Washing and Cleaninghttps://www.instagram.com/rinsekingsaz/My Socialshttps://linktr.ee/SkarxFace

This week, Sean and Todd welcome back one of the show's most beloved guests — Tracy from Voices by Tracy. A bilingual voice actor based out of Montreal, Tracy holds the record for most appearances on SeanGeek and FastFret, and this episode proves exactly why.What starts as a trip down memory lane quickly becomes one of the most wide-ranging, heartfelt, and laugh-out-loud episodes the show has ever produced.We dive deep into the music that shaped a generation — Chilliwack, Headpins, Rush, Cinderella, Winger, Slaughter, Alice in Chains, Tesla, Triumph, and more — but this episode is about much more than music. It's about the friendships, the memories, and the moments that music soundtracks.This week we cover:The cassette tapes that started it all — how a Chevette, a tape deck, and a trip to Moncton shaped Todd's musical DNATracy's legendary street encounter with Kip Winger and Paul Taylor — and what happened when she opened her mouthThe night Beavis and Butt-Head killed Winger's career overnight — from sold-out shows to empty rooms in 48 hoursThe resurgence of hair metal — Monsters of Rock Cruise, Sebastian Bach and Slaughter coming to Winnipeg June 17thTim Kelly of Slaughter — a tribute to the guitarist lost too soonAlice in Chains covering Rush's Tears — and why Jerry Cantrell remains the most talked-about guitarist of the grunge eraWhale and Wasp from Jar of Flies — the instrumental that gets Sean every single timeThe seven year cellular theory — and what it has to do with relationships, reinvention, and finding yourselfTracy's story of rebuilding from the ground up during the pandemic — the three pillars that saved herSean's story of living in his car for two weeks after losing his marriage and job in the same week — and why he never told anyoneTodd's transformation — and why the smile says everythingThe Patreon tiers — Certified Geek ($5), True Geek ($10), Supreme Geek ($20), and yes, the legendary $75 Metal Shoppe song suggestion tierTracy does a live movie trailer voice for SeanGeek and FastFret — and absolutely nails itPass or Go: Cinderella's Once Around the Ride — Tracy says go. Immediately.Music featured this episode: Chilliwack, Headpins, Rush, Cinderella, Winger, Slaughter, Alice in Chains, Tesla, Triumph, Mr. Big, In This Moment, CoronerLinktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/seangeekpodcastWe are a part of the Boneless Podcast Network: https://bonelesspodcasting.com/ Merch:Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/seangeekpodcastRed Bubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/seangeekpodcast/shop@seangeekpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and FacebookTakeaways:The podcast dives deep into the evolution of music trends over the decades, highlighting how genres like grunge impacted hair metal bands like Winger.We share personal anecdotes about our favorite music memories and how they shaped our lives, emphasizing the power of nostalgia.There's a hilarious segment about a dentist visit where one of the speakers humorously recounts an unexpected encounter with nitrous oxide.Listeners are encouraged to engage with us on Patreon, where they can submit topics and participate in our interactive discussions.One of the key themes is the importance of resilience and personal growth, with reflections on overcoming challenges and embracing change.We discuss the influence of various iconic bands, sharing our love for artists like Cinderella and the impact they had on our musical journeys.Mentioned in this episode:Boneless Podcasting NetworkThis is the ad promoting the Boneless Podcast NetworkNew Merch AdAn ad that incorporates Red Bubble and Tee Public

A secret society, Joshua Jackson in peak Y2K mode, and Paul Walker serving rich-boy drama? The Skulls has entered the group chat.For this episode of the No More Late Fees podcast, Jackie and Danielle head back to the year 2000 to revisit The Skulls, the Ivy League thriller packed with secret societies, elite privilege, suspicious “accidents,” and one very dramatic initiation process.The duo breaks down:Joshua Jackson's working-class heartthrob eraPaul Walker's legacy rich kid energyThe wild rules and rituals of the Skulls societyWhy Leslie Bibb deserved more screen timeThe movie's surprisingly stacked castY2K conspiracy thriller vibesSecret society lore connected to Yale's Skull and BonesThe direct-to-video sequels nobody asked for but absolutely existJackie and Danielle also dive into the movie's box office performance, memorable scenes, hilarious plot holes, and the over-the-top twists that make The Skulls such a fun early-2000s watch. From creepy war rooms to suspicious cover-ups, this episode is full of nostalgic commentary, behind-the-scenes trivia, and plenty of laughs.If you grew up loving movies like Cruel Intentions, The Fast and the Furious, Dawson's Creek, or Y2K campus thrillers, this episode is definitely for you.Be sure to:Subscribe for more nostalgic movie deep divesLeave a review and help fellow millennials find the podcastComment with your favorite secret society movieShare your favorite Joshua Jackson performanceListen now and rewind with us as we revisit one of the most delightfully dramatic thrillers of the early 2000s.#TheSkulls #JoshuaJackson #PaulWalker #Y2KMovies #MoviePodcast #NoMoreLateFees #MillennialNostalgia #2000sMovies·Season 6 Episode 4·—No More Late Fees ⁠https://nomorelatefeespodcast.com⁠909-601-NMLF (6653)—Follow Us on Social:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/nomorelatefees TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@nomorelatefees Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/nomorelatefeesYoutubehttps://www.youtube.com/@nomorelatefees Twitterhttps://x.com/NoMoreLateFees —CONQUERing⁠⁠myconquering.com⁠⁠10% Off Code: JACKIE10—NostaBeautyhttps://nostabeauty.com 20% Off Code: NMLF—DescriptCreator Plan 50% off 2 monthshttps://descript.cello.so/zp4OQqeIMdq

First Principles with Andy Constan launches with a deep dive into market bubbles, AI, semiconductor stocks, and the financial conditions that can turn powerful technological change into a dangerous investment regime. Andy explains how bubbles form, why they are almost impossible to time, how today's AI boom compares to past episodes like 1987, the dot-com bubble, housing, and the bond bubble, and what investors should watch as expectations, financing, and FOMO build.Andy Constan on Xhttps://x.com/dampedspringDamped Spring Advisorshttps://dampedspring.com/Topics covered:Why bubbles are easy to identify in hindsight but nearly impossible to define in real timeThe difference between an expensive market and a true bubble regimeHow new technologies, easy money, regulation, and exogenous shocks can create bubble conditionsWhy AI may rhyme with the internet boom without being an exact repeatThe role of ChatGPT, Microsoft's OpenAI investment, and semiconductor earnings expectationsWhat the 1987 crash, Japan, housing, bonds, and dot-com bubble can teach investors todayWhy human nature, FOMO, and “keeping up with the Joneses” make bubbles so powerfulHow the late-1990s Fed response to Long-Term Capital Management helped fuel the final phase of the tech bubbleWhy tech's current size in the economy and market may limit how far the AI boom can growHow AI capex, hyperscaler spending, buybacks, debt issuance, and IPO supply could determine what happens nextTimestamps:00:00 Intro and the challenge of identifying bubbles04:32 Expensive markets vs true bubble regimes09:57 The five bubble episodes Andy compares to today14:35 Root conditions, escalation events, and the peaking phase19:20 Why the 1987 crash may also have been a bubble24:25 The late-1990s setup and the Netscape Navigator moment28:00 Crisis analogs, easy financial conditions, and today's AI parallels32:20 Long-Term Capital Management and rocket fuel for the tech bubble36:11 Why tech's market share matters more today than in the 1990s43:18 Policy mistakes, subsidies, and how governments feed bubbles47:42 Semiconductor earnings expectations and valuation risk53:45 The AI capex chain and where the money has to come from58:42 IPOs, corporate debt, and the financing risk behind the AI boom01:02:27 What investors should do differently in a bubble regime

Send us Fan MailMost conversations about Vortex Optics focus on the products. This one is about the people and the principles behind the glass.In this Spartan Leadership episode, Joe Hamilton, CEO of Vortex Optics, gives an inside look at what truly drives the brand — from his father's original vision to the employee‑owners in Barneveld who show up like it's their company, and the front‑line team that lives out “we'll take care of you” every single day.We go deep on:Why Vortex once refused to let a flattering article run because it focused too much on the Hamilton family and not enough on staff and customersHow the “About You” core value (instead of “About Us”) became the lens for every decision they makeThe story behind CARE — Create A Rare Experience — and how they build systems that let humans serve humans, not hide behind policiesWhat it actually looks like to empower front‑line team members to solve problems without a scriptWhy Joe believes scale and efficiency are NOT the ultimate thing, and how that conviction shapes the way they treat one customer at a timeThe weight of being trusted with a 10‑year, life‑and‑death U.S. Army contract — and what that does to the standards inside the buildingHow legacy, stewardship, and his dad's example keep Joe grounded as a leaderThis is not a product review, a brand commercial, or a highlight reel. It's a behind‑the‑scenes look at how Vortex thinks, what it expects from its people, and why the culture feels different when you walk through the doors.If you've ever wondered, “What actually makes Vortex Vortex?” — this is the episode.Chapters:00:00 – Why this isn't a typical CEO interview02:00 – The article Vortex refused and what it revealed03:00 – “About You,” Joe's dad, and customer‑first values07:00 – CARE: Create A Rare Experience12:30 – A binocular, a son, and a rare experience in real life15:00 – Why scale and efficiency aren't the ultimate thing20:00 – VIP Warranty and empowering the team to do what's right27:00 – Inside the Army contract and raising the bar internally40:00 – Developing leaders and protecting the culture55:00 – Legacy, stewardship, and the future of VortexLearn more about Vortex Optics: https://vortexoptics.com/Connect with Josh Kosnick: joshkosnick.comFollow Joe Hamilton on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/joehamiltonlive/#leadership #VortexOptics #companyculture #business #entrepreneurship #servantleadership #legacy #brandbuilding #customerobsession #customerservice #SpartanLeadership #podcast #businessleadership #mindset #highperformance #employeeowned #culturematterSupport the showCONNECT WITH ME HERE:FacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterTikTokYouTubeSUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST HERE:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube

In this episode, Libby sits down with advisor Aaron Schmerling to unpack what happens when you take a process most advisors overlook and turn it into a strategic advantage. Aaron shares how his business was already successful and growing, but like many advisors, he hadn't given much intentional thought to the onboarding experience. After being introduced to the First 100 Days framework, he began implementing a few key changes and quickly realized the impact on both his client experience and internal efficiency. From reducing delays in paperwork to creating a more engaging and confidence-building experience for clients, this conversation highlights how small, thoughtful process improvements can drive meaningful results in a relatively short period of time.In this episode you will learn:How improving your onboarding process can directly impact referrals, client trust, and overall business growthWhy most advisors overlook onboarding and how to identify hidden opportunities within your current processSpecific strategies like the onboarding meeting, pizza tracker, and simplifying data gathering to reduce friction and save timeThe real ROI of investing time into systems and processes, including faster implementation, fewer client delays, and increased team efficiencyThis episode is a powerful reminder that your onboarding process is not just a formality, but a critical moment to build trust, create momentum, and set the tone for the entire client relationship. By making a few intentional changes, you can elevate the experience for your clients while also creating more efficiency and scalability inside your business.Learn More About The First 100 Days Course HERE! Check out The First 100 Days Course: The Advisor's Blueprint for a Remarkable Client Experience HERE!Learn more about T2MWorks HERE! Learn more about Asset-Map financial planning software HERE! Learn more about our sponsor Beemo Automation HERE!   Check out the Efficient Advisor YouTube Channel HERE!Connect with Libby on LinkedIn HERE!Successful businesses don't get built alone. You need community! You need collaboration! Join us in The Efficient Advisor Community on Facebook.

If sex has started feeling like one more thing you're supposed to do in your relationship . . . this episode is for you.Maybe you still love your partner… but sex feels heavy, pressured, awkward, or emotionally draining. You want to want it — but instead you find yourself avoiding initiation, feeling disconnected, or wondering why intimacy feels so different than it used to.In this episode, Heather talks with sex and intimacy coach Xanet Pailet about the emotional patterns that quietly turn passionate relationships into roommate dynamics — including resentment, emotional disconnection, unresolved conflict, and feeling emotionally unsafe with your partner.They also discuss:Why couples stop wanting sex over timeThe emotional roots of sexless marriagesWhy unresolved resentment kills intimacyHow emotional safety impacts desireWhy many couples feel lonely even when they “never fight”The hidden patterns underneath low desireWhy sex can start feeling like another choreHow couples rebuild emotional and sexual connectionXanet also shares her personal story of surviving a 26-year sexless marriage, healing sexual shame and vaginismus, and eventually becoming a sex and intimacy coach helping couples reconnect emotionally and physically.If you've been feeling emotionally disconnected, stuck in resentment, or struggling to understand why attraction has faded in your relationship, this conversation will help you understand what's really happening underneath the surface.

In this episode of Gateways to Awakening, I sit down with Steven Kotler—New York Times bestselling author, leading researcher on flow states, and founder of the Flow Research Collective—for a deeply expansive conversation at the intersection of neuroscience, intuition, and human potential.We explore what it really means to access peak states—not as something mystical or fleeting, but as a trainable biological reality. Steven breaks down the science of flow, how our nervous system either supports or blocks our highest performance, and why so many people today are unknowingly working against their own biology.We also dive into his latest book, We Are As Gods, and unpack what it means to live in a world where our technology has outpaced our internal capacity to handle it.Some of my favorite moments from this episode:“Peak performance is simply getting our biology to work for us instead of against us.”“Flow is an optimal state of consciousness where we feel our best and perform our best.”“If you have a victim mindset, your brain literally will not manufacture the energy required for peak performance.”“Intuition is a pathfinding system. It's designed to tell you one thing: go or no go.”“Too much dopamine will screw up your intuition. Never trust the dopamine.”“We now have god-like technology, but we're running it on very old human software.”“Information overload leads to cognitive overload, which fractures attention—and that's where burnout begins.”We also get into:How to regulate your nervous system in real timeThe difference between intuition and emotional reactivityWhy flow amplifies creativity—and why it's essential in the age of AIThe hidden cost of chasing peak experiences without integrationHow to stay grounded while navigating exponential changeWe would love to hear from you! What did you take away from this episode? Tag us and let us know. For more from me: follow my writing on Substack (substack.com/@therealyasmeent), find me on Instagram @TheRealYasmeenT, or visit InnerKnowingSchool.com.I recently wrote the book A Glitch In The Matrix: 10 Energy Codes to Become The Main Character of Your Life which is available in print, kindle and Audible (in my own voice).

What does it actually take to see trouble coming before it derails your conversations?In this solo episode, Michael Reddington breaks down one of the foundational pillars of the Disciplined Listening Method: situational awareness. Drawing on research from Air Force scientist Mica Endsley and John Boyd's OODA loop, Michael explains how the same awareness framework used to keep pilots and soldiers safe can transform the way professionals navigate high-stakes conversations.This episode gives you a practical framework for understanding all the variables at play before, during, and after any consequential conversation. If you've ever walked away from a difficult exchange wishing you had seen it coming, this one is for you.Michael walks through the three phases of situational awareness (perception, comprehension, and projection) and maps them directly to communication strategy. He then introduces six specific factors that shape every conversation, from the assumptions we bring to the environment we choose, and explains why failing to account for any one of them is often what creates the resistance, the missed signals, and the unexpected outcomes we'd rather avoid.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy the most common situational awareness failure is not missing information, but failing to look at the right information at the right timeThe three phases of situational awareness and how to apply each one before a high-stakes conversationSix factors that shape how every conversation unfolds and why most people only consider one or two of themHow expectations and preconceived notions quietly limit your ability to observe accuratelyWhy the most consequential conversations are often the ones with the softest perceived consequencesHow goal clarity before a conversation directly determines the quality of your decisions during itChapters(00:00) Introduction: Situational Awareness as a Communication Tool(00:54) From Physical Safety to Strategic Communication(01:52) Defining Situational Awareness Operationally(04:32) Mica Endsley's Three Phases: Perception, Comprehension, and Projection(06:12) The OODA Loop and Why You Miss What's Right in Front of You(08:27) What Blocks Situational Awareness: Distractions, Dynamics, and Assumptions(10:49) The Six Factors Shaping Every Conversation(16:36) How Awareness of All Six Factors Elevates Your Communication StrategyLinks and ResourcesThe Disciplined Listening Method by Michael Reddington -- https://a.co/d/0aKT2oxRSponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

Most internal audit functions are still operating like it's 2010. In the first episode of Embark's new GRC series, Adam Olsen is joined by Allison Bradshaw, Principal and head of Embark's GRC and Internal Audit Services practice, to make the case for a fundamentally different model. The conversation covers what modern IA looks like, how to build the right delivery structure, and how CFOs can measure real return on investment.In this episode:Why compliance-checkbox IA is leaving significant value on the table, and what a risk-based, consultative function looks like insteadCo-sourcing vs. outsourcing: a practical framework for deciding which model fits your organization's size, complexity, and risk profileHow data analytics and AI are shifting IA from sampling transactions to testing entire populations in near-real timeThe emerging demand for IT audit, cybersecurity, and AI governance capabilities, and why most teams can't hire for all of itA framework for measuring IA ROI: prevented costs, recovered value, process improvements, and stakeholder confidenceA real-world co-sourced engagement example where a single year yielded over $1.6M in identified losses and fraud

Did it feel like your gymnast was constantly asking for sugar, snacks, or “junk food” no matter how much you tried to offer balanced meals?Do meals feel like a struggle, leaving you second-guessing what you're doing?If this sounds familiar, you're not alone and it may not be what you think.In this episode, we're unpacking one of the most common (and misunderstood) challenges parents face: when your gymnast seems drawn to less nutritious foods.Because while it's easy to assume it's about habits or preferences, the root cause is often much deeper and often biological.From under-fueling to food restriction, to the way we talk about food at home, this episode walks through what's really driving these patterns—and how to shift them in a way that supports both performance and long-term health.In this episode, we cover:❗ Why the term “junk food” may be doing more harm than good and how food labels impact your gymnast's mindset ❗ The real reason behind cravings: under-fueling and biological hunger ❗ What happens to the brain and body when your gymnast isn't getting enough fuel (including insights from the Minnesota Starvation Study) ❗ How restriction, scarcity, and “FOMO eating” can increase cravings and lead to overeating ❗ Why all-or-nothing thinking around food creates more stress and inconsistency ❗ The importance of a balanced approach (B+ nutrition) that's actually sustainable ❗ How your home environment and language around food shape your gymnast's behavior ❗ Why satisfaction matters just as much as nutrition—and how to make meals more appealing ❗ The role of exposure, cooking, and involvement in building a healthy relationship with food ❗ Why role modeling your own habits matters more than anything you sayNot every craving is about willpower. Not every food struggle is about preferences. And often, when a gymnast seems focused on certain foods, it's their body asking for what it needs.When gymnasts are properly fueled and supported, they can:Feel more at ease around food Reduce intense cravings Improve recovery and energy Build a healthier relationship with food over timeThe goal isn't perfect eating.It's consistent, supportive nutrition that helps your gymnast thrive both in the sport and beyond.Links & ResourcesThe Balanced Gymnast® Program (Level 5–10)Connect with Christina on Instagram @the.gymnast.nutritionist christinaandersonrdn.com

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If you're an accredited investor interested in our Catalina deal, connect with us at somerscapital.com/investFrom broke in his 20s to retiring his parents and buying a boutique hotel—this is how you build generational wealth from the ground up.In this episode, Rich sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Blake Rocha, who's built a $40M portfolio before turning 26. Blake opens up about growing up middle-class, moving back in with his parents to stack cash, and how he used Airbnb arbitrage, discipline, and relentless focus to buy his freedom.They cover:How Blake scaled from $0 to $40M in real estate by his mid-20sTurning family into business partners and retiring his parentsWhy mindset and consistency beat motivation every timeThe real reason men lose purpose—and how to get it backHis first boutique hotel deal in New York (and the dream that led to it)If you've ever wondered how to break free from average and start stacking assets that change your family tree, this episode is your blueprint.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in investing with Somers Capital? Visit www.somerscapital.com/invest to learn more.Interested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.

Accredited investors: Catalina Island deal closes soon. Join waitlist: somerscapital.com/investFrom broke in his 20s to retiring his parents and buying a boutique hotel—this is how you build generational wealth from the ground up.In this episode, Rich sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Blake Rocha, who's built a $40M portfolio before turning 26. Blake opens up about growing up middle-class, moving back in with his parents to stack cash, and how he used Airbnb arbitrage, discipline, and relentless focus to buy his freedom.They cover:How Blake scaled from $0 to $40M in real estate by his mid-20sTurning family into business partners and retiring his parentsWhy mindset and consistency beat motivation every timeThe real reason men lose purpose—and how to get it backHis first boutique hotel deal in New York (and the dream that led to it)If you've ever wondered how to break free from average and start stacking assets that change your family tree, this episode is your blueprint.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in investing with Somers Capital? Visit www.somerscapital.com/invest to learn more.Interested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.Connect with Rich on Instagram: @rich_somersInterested in joining The 7 Figure Creator Mastermind? Visit www.the7figurecreator.com to book a free intro call.Interested in joining our Boutique Hotel Mastermind? Visit www.somerscapital.com/mastermind to book a free call.