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Execution, not strategy, is where most organizations stumble. In this episode from 2020, Andy Stanley sits down with Chris McChesney, co-author of The 4 Disciplines of Execution, to go deeper into what it takes to turn strategy into results. They explore the five stages of behavioral change, the power of clear lead measures, and why visible, focused leadership is essential for execution that sticks. If you missed last month's vault episode, go back and listen here to get a foundation for today's episode. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine. If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and then go to the “Reviews” section. Thank you for sharing! ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 715: Neal and Toby discuss Trump's tariff rollback on beef, coffee, and other food goods to address rising price concerns from the American people. Next, Hollywood is struggling to make hits at the box office, even when movies have a star-studded cast. Plus, Charlie Javice is fooling JPMorgan again, this time by charging luxury hotel stays as legal fees. Meanwhile, CEOs from iconic companies are getting ready to retire. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead.  Learn more at usbank.com/splitcard  Get your MBD live show tickets here! https://www.tinyurl.com/MBD-HOLIDAY  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lakshmi Mittal grew up in Kolkata, where he gained early experience in his father's steel business before founding his own steel mill in Indonesia in his twenties. By adopting mini-mill technology and electric arc furnaces, Lakshmi Mittal produced steel more efficiently than traditional methods and began acquiring underperforming state-owned mills around the world, setting him on his path to becoming a billionaire.Journalists Zing Tsjeng and Simon Jack trace his journey of entrepreneurship from one mill in Indonesia to leading ArcelorMittal, the world's largest steelmaker. They explore how Lakshmi Mittal navigated a split from the family business, executed bold global acquisitions, and reshaped a fragmented industry into a profitable, consolidated powerhouse.Good Bad Billionaire is the podcast that explores the lives of the super-rich and famous, tracking their wealth, philanthropy, business ethics and success. There are business leaders who made their money in Silicon Valley, on Wall Street and in high street fashion. From iconic celebrities and CEOs to titans of technology, the podcast unravels tales of fortune, power, economics, ambition and moral responsibility, before asking the audience to decide if they are good, bad, or just billionaires.To contact the team, email goodbadbillionaire@bbc.com or send a text or WhatsApp to +1 (917) 686-1176. Find out more about the show and read our privacy notice at www.bbcworldservice.com/goodbadbillionaire

SummaryIn this episode of the In/organic Podcast, co-host Christian Hassold shares insights from the KPMG Technology M&A Conference, discussing the current landscape of mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the tech sector. In this episode, Christian shares highlights from the conference, including the pervasive influence of AI on M&A decisions, the challenges and opportunities presented by the AI investing landscape, and the importance of creative deal structures in navigating the current market dynamics. The episode also covers the “operator's dilemma” faced by CEOs - that is, the rise in peer pressure to do M&A, and what are the best practices are from leading strategics. Finally, Hassold provides an overview of current B2B SaaS deal activity and market trends based on Pitchbook data.TakeawaysThe KPMG M&A Conference provided valuable insights into current market dynamics.AI is a major factor influencing M&A decisions and strategies.VCs are increasingly making investments in AI startups without getting governance rights, and not always checking the underlying economics of the businessThe operator's dilemma highlights the challenges that CEOs face in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).Corporate development roles are seeing a significant increase in demand.Top CEOs simplify their M&A strategies to focus on core problems.Deal activity in the tech sector is on the rise, indicating a healthy market.Earnouts are becoming a significant component of deal structures.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context of the Episode02:50 Insights from the KPMG M&A and Tech Conference06:04 AI's Pervasive Influence on Tech and M&A08:54 The AI Investing Landscape11:40 Deal Structures Sparking Innovation16:42 The Operator's Dilemma in M&A21:48 Corporate Development and Deal Activity24:38 Priorities in M&A for Corporates vs. Private Equity29:19 Case Studies of Successful M&A Strategies32:59 Market Update on Deal Activity and EarnoutsConnect with Christian and AyeletAyelet's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-shipley-b16330149/Christian's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassold/Web: https://www.inorganicpodcast.coIn/organic on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InorganicPodcast/featuredEpisode ReferencesKPMG M&A Conference AgendaKPMG 2025 Deal Market Study (buyer priorities)Kirkland & Ellis M&A Bring Down Report 2025 (earnout data) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Everyone we compete with, other CEOs of asset managers, credit asset managers that I talk to, are hyper-focused on making sure that there's not another cockroach running around in their portfolio,” says Steve Ketchum, CEO and founder of Sound Point Capital, when reflecting on the potential positive side effects of recent high-visibility credit events. Ketchum joins Bloomberg Intelligence's Noel Hebert on this episode of the Credit Crunch podcast to discuss the evolution from modest beginnings to nearly $45 billion in assets under management, synergies across the Sound Point product suite, the role of strategic partnerships, scale and one of their core ethos: wanting to have more ideas than capital. They also reflect on the growing role of private credit and how CLO structures have evolved. The Credit Crunch podcast is part of BI's FICC Focus series. Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Sound Point Disclaimer: Assets under management as of October 1, 2025. This material does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. It is being provided solely for informational and reference purposes only and is not intended to be, and must not be, the basis for any investment decision. Statements represent the subjective views of Sound Point and cannot be independently verified and are subject to change. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.

IMF mission to land in weeks. Unemployment inches up. Morning Drive is your daily download of the essential headlines shaping Egypt. From business policy and finance to the latest in tech, all in under 10 minutes. Hosted by ‘Synthetic Salma’ — an AI-powered version of our own Executive Editor Salma El-Saeed. You can read the full newsletter on the website: https://enterprise.news/egypt/en Morning Drive is brought to you by Madinet Masr, GRANITE Financial Holding and Bonyan for Real Estate Investments. Learn more about how you can advertise with EnterpriseAM by emailing Moustafa Taalab mtaalab@enterprisemea.com And check out our other show Making It, where we speak to CEOs and entrepreneurs about building a great business in the region: https://omny.fm/shows/making-it See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This session is designed to help a client who was using cocaine and wanted to have more control over when and how they use it. They wanted a future where the use was contained. Adam uses references of people that had changed their relationship with cocaine to inspire them. To access a subscriber-only version with no intro, outro, explanation, or ad breaks with just the hypnosis and nothing else, click subscribe. To access all hypnosis-only versions and exclusive subscriber sessions and have invitations to live hypnosis sessions over Zoom, tap 'Subscribe' nearby or click the following link.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/adam-cox858/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

What if everything you brushed off as a conspiracy… actually wasn't? For decades, fluoride in the water has been treated like a late-night joke. Frogs, memes, Alex Jones clips, all that. But what if the joke was just a distraction? What if the real story was hiding in plain sight, and we've been sleepwalking through it for years? Studio Sponsor: Cardio Miracle - "Unlock the secret to a healthier heart, increased energy levels, and transform your cardiovascular fitness like never before.": CardioMiracle.com/TBNS Today's episode digs straight into the uncomfortable stuff. Not the cartoon version, not the sanitized corporate PR version, but the real-world impacts of what happens when we hand over our health, our kids, and our trust to institutions that haven't earned it. If you've ever felt like something doesn't add up, you're going to feel very validated today. We talk about the history the government never bothers mentioning, the way fluoride interacts with your brain, and why it became part of school and military programs long before it became “about dental health.” And yeah… we go there on the cultural issues. Because pretending the dots aren't connected is how we got stuck in this mess in the first place. We also hit the bigger picture: how culture shifted, how kids became easier to influence, why institutions fight so hard to keep you from thinking for yourself, and why the past few years have woken up more people than the political class is comfortable admitting. This isn't doom and gloom. It's clarity. And at the end of the day, this episode is about one thing: taking back control of your health, your family, and your sanity in a world that's been gaslighting you for decades. Not with fear. With facts, common sense, and the freedom to say “no more.” ❤️ Order Cardio Miracle (CardioMiracle.com/TBNS) for 15% off and take a step towards better heart health and overall well-being!

In this episode, Gene emphasizes the necessity for clarity in the roles of boards and CEOs, illustrating how effective governance can mitigate dysfunction and enhance organizational health. The conversation further explores the importance of courageous communication and the cultivation of trust within leadership dynamics. Ultimately, this dialogue serves as a poignant reminder of the need for humility and service in leadership roles, prompting listeners to reflect on their own practices and commitments to fostering unity and understanding. Back Channel with Foth features a profound discussion on the expanding divide within political parties, as articulated by our esteemed guest, Dick Foth. He posits that this division is not merely apparent but is indeed a growing reality, characterized by an increasing extremism that stifles constructive dialogue and fosters polarization.Takeaways: The growing distance between political parties in the United States is increasingly evident, reflecting a broader societal divide. Communication within organizations is significantly influenced by tone, often more than the words themselves, making effective dialogue crucial. The role of a board in leadership is pivotal, providing clarity and direction to ensure the success of the CEO and the organization. Leadership requires intentionality in balancing work and personal life to prevent burnout and maintain effectiveness in one's role. A healthy board must engage in courageous conversations and provide accountability to ensure effective governance and leadership. Leaders should recognize that their identity should not be rooted in their roles but in their service to others, fostering humility and community.

More sukuk issuances to come. Earnings season. Tourist port in Alamein. Morning Drive is your daily download of the essential headlines shaping Egypt. From business policy and finance to the latest in tech, all in under 10 minutes. Hosted by ‘Synthetic Salma’ — an AI-powered version of our own Executive Editor Salma El-Saeed. You can read the full newsletter on the website: https://enterprise.news/egypt/en Morning Drive is brought to you by Madinet Masr, GRANITE Financial Holding and Bonyan for Real Estate Investments. Learn more about how you can advertise with EnterpriseAM by emailing Moustafa Taalab mtaalab@enterprisemea.com And check out our other show Making It, where we speak to CEOs and entrepreneurs about building a great business in the region: https://omny.fm/shows/making-it See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1929, unchecked speculation and economic hype helped fuel the worst financial crash in modern history. Nearly a century later, New York Times journalist and CNBC anchor Andrew Ross Sorkin sees troubling parallels. On the GZERO World podcast, he joins Ian Bremmer to talk about his new book, "1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History—and How It Shattered a Nation," and whether today's economy is headed for another cliff.Sorkin warns that behind today's AI boom and market exuberance lies an undercurrent of fragility—historic debt levels, shaky private credit markets, and investors chasing returns with little oversight. While the technology behind AI is real, much of the money flooding in feels familiar to those who've studied speculative bubbles before. “We're not going to have another 1929,” Sorkin says, “but I think it's very possible. Actually, I would argue it's almost impossible for us not to have another 1999.” He sees eerie parallels between the past and the present: massive speculative investments, surging inequality, and a public increasingly disconnected from financial realities.But one thing stands out today: silence. Sorkin warns that many CEOs and financial leaders, despite recognizing the risks, are unwilling to speak out publicly. “If we ever get to a moment where we need to make very difficult decisions,” he says, “are there going to be leaders willing to stand up and explain what needs to happen?”Host: Ian BremmerGuest: Andrew Ross Sorkin  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This session is designed to help a client who was in a relationship that had lost the love and respect it had in the beginning. They didn't want to end their relationship, but they didn't want to accept it as it was. This is designed to activate more self-respect and self-love with a desire to mend a relationship rather than end it. To access a subscriber-only version with no intro, outro, explanation, or ad breaks with just the hypnosis and nothing else, click subscribe. To access all hypnosis-only versions and exclusive subscriber sessions and have invitations to live hypnosis sessions over Zoom, tap 'Subscribe' nearby or click the following link.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/adam-cox858/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Gary Brecka is a human biologist, longevity researcher, host of  @ultimatehumanpodcast  and co-founder of 10X Health, Gary spent over 20 years in life insurance analyzing bloodwork, biomarkers, and medical records to predict lifespan with astonishing accuracy. Realizing the system profits when people get sick, not healthy, Gary shifted his focus to proactive health, longevity, and human optimization.  Today, he helps CEOs, elite athletes, and high performers boost energy, reverse biological aging, and extend healthspan.On this episode, Gary and Mo discuss why the healthcare system waits for you to break before acting, how to transition from sick care to self-care, and which biohacks actually move the needle from sleep, oxygen, and nutrition to blood markers. They also explore why supplements are useless without testing and reveal the single most overlooked factor that accelerates aging. 0:00 Intro3:34 Leaving the Mortality Industry4:48 Purpose, Passion & Energy6:34 Bringing Longevity to the Arab World8:00 Predicting Mortality in Insurance10:07 AI, Big Data & the Future of Medicine13:34 Modern Medicine vs Root Cause17:13 Can Disease Be Reversed?19:02 Dana White24:52 “Genetics”, Food & Pharma28:13 Anxiety & ADD33:10 Why Everyone Needs a Methylation Test36:33 Gut Health & Mood40:55 Migraines & Solutions45:14 Autoimmune Disease & Rethinking the Immune System50:03 Why Root Cause Beats Medication51:00 Teaching Longevity to Children52:49 Closing Remarks

High-level leaders often ask how to deal with stress, but most never consider the cost of visibility. In this episode, Julian Hayes II breaks down the hidden physiological and psychological load carried by CEOs, founders, and A-level operators whose presence is constantly being interpreted, analyzed, and amplified.Drawing on executive physiology, leadership psychology, and his work within Executive Health, Julian reveals why modern visibility subtly reshapes the nervous system and why traditional stress advice often fails at the highest levels. He introduces four essential playbooks that create stability, sharpen performance, and prevent leaders from burning out while remaining at their peak.You'll learn why composure is a form of currency, why internal structure matters more than external pressure, and how biological alignment gives elite performers an unfair advantage in high-stakes environments.This is a masterclass for any leader operating under constant observation—online or offline.— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —0:00 – Setting the stage + the real source of stress for CEOs and high performers13:27 – Playbook 1: Escapism Playbook18:47 – Playbook 2: The Relational Playbook24:21 – Playbook 3: The Health Playbook32:57 – Playbook 4: The Values & Principles Playbook38:54 – Closing philosophy: composure as currency— Key Quotes — “Visibility doesn't break leaders dramatically—it drains them slowly through micro-stressors that compound over months and years.”“You cannot out-discipline your biology. You have to align with it.”“Composure is a form of currency. In high-visibility roles, it's the rarest one.”— Connect with Julian and Executive Health —LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistryWebsite — https://www.executivehealth.io/***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

In 1929, unchecked speculation and economic hype helped fuel the worst financial crash in modern history. Nearly a century later, New York Times journalist and CNBC anchor Andrew Ross Sorkin sees troubling parallels. On the GZERO World podcast, he joins Ian Bremmer to talk about his new book, "1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History—and How It Shattered a Nation," and whether today's economy is headed for another cliff.Sorkin warns that behind today's AI boom and market exuberance lies an undercurrent of fragility—historic debt levels, shaky private credit markets, and investors chasing returns with little oversight. While the technology behind AI is real, much of the money flooding in feels familiar to those who've studied speculative bubbles before. “We're not going to have another 1929,” Sorkin says, “but I think it's very possible. Actually, I would argue it's almost impossible for us not to have another 1999.” He sees eerie parallels between the past and the present: massive speculative investments, surging inequality, and a public increasingly disconnected from financial realities.But one thing stands out today: silence. Sorkin warns that many CEOs and financial leaders, despite recognizing the risks, are unwilling to speak out publicly. “If we ever get to a moment where we need to make very difficult decisions,” he says, “are there going to be leaders willing to stand up and explain what needs to happen?”Host: Ian BremmerGuest: Andrew Ross Sorkin  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Teresa Goody Guillén is CZ's personal attorney and a key legal voice behind his recent pardon. In this conversation, we cut through the online controversy and break down what actually happened. Teresa explains how the pardon process works, addresses the biggest misconceptions, and answers the tough questions — from ‘pay-to-play' accusations to whether any corruption was involved, and what this all means for Binance moving forward.======================Check out my NEW show for daily bite-sized breakdowns of the biggest stories in finance, technology, and politics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://pompdesk.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠======================As markets shift, headlines break, and interest rates swing, one thing stays true — opportunity is everywhere. At Arch Public, we help you do more than just buy and hold. Yes, our dynamic accumulation algorithms are built for long-term investors… but where we really shine? Our arbitrage algos — designed to farm volatility and turbocharge your core positions. The best part of Arch Public's products is they are free! Yes, you heard that right, try Arch Public for free! Take advantage of wild moves in assets like $SOL, $SUI, and $DOGE, and use them to stack more Bitcoin — completely hands-free. Arch Public is already a preferred partner with Coinbase, Kraken, Gemini, and Robinhood, and our team is here to help you build smarter in any market. Visit Arch Public today, at https://www.archpublic.com, your portfolio will thank you.======================Bitwise is one of the largest and fastest-growing crypto asset managers, with more than $15 billion in client assets across an expanding suite of investment solutions—including the world's largest crypto index fund—plus products spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, and crypto equities. In addition to managing assets, Bitwise helps investors stay informed about the fast-moving crypto market. Every week, CIO Matt Hougan breaks down what's happening in crypto in five minutes or less. Read the latest at https://experts.bitwiseinvestments.com/cio-memos. Certain Bitwise investment products may be subject to the extreme risks associated with investing in crypto assets. Visit https://bitwiseinvestments.com/disclosures to learn more.======================Xapo Bank, the world's first fully licensed Bitcoin-enabled bank, offers military-grade security with an unmatched blend of physical and digital security, as well as pioneering regulatory oversight, so your funds are always protected. Beyond secure storage, they enable you to grow and use your Bitcoin. Earn daily interest in Bitcoin, spend with zero FX fees using a global card, and make instant payments via the Lightning Network for unrivalled access and convenience. Visit https://www.xapobank.com/pomp to join.======================Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro1:51 – What was CZ charged with and why was he pardoned?4:45 – How does the pardon process work?8:32 – Was there pay-to-play or corruption involved?12:57 – Other chains, other CEOs, and the bitcoin-wallet rumors16:59 – How did CZ handle all of this personally?19:28 – Elizabeth Warren's claims — what happened?24:04 – Is crypto policy now a political pendulum?25:51 – What happens to Binance now?

What if the people targeting your parents and grandparents aren't foreign scammers… but folks who look and sound exactly like someone they trust? We don't like talking about this stuff. It feels uncomfortable, heavy, maybe even a little depressing. But the truth is simple: if you don't know how elders are being quietly targeted, you can't protect them. And the people running these scams are getting smarter, faster and more convincing by the day.Studio Sponsor: ⁠Cardio Miracle⁠ - "Unlock the secret to a healthier heart, increased energy levels, and transform your cardiovascular fitness like never before.": ⁠CardioMiracle.com/TBNS⁠In today's episode, we pull back the curtain on the quiet epidemic of elder financial exploitation, the kind nobody wants to talk about until it's too late. Forget the headlines about nursing-home abuse - this is the stuff that never makes the 7 p.m. news, but drains bank accounts and destroys families in silence. Rusty Reynolds, a 25-year legal veteran, shows us exactly how these scammers operate and why the system rarely goes after them.We dig into the tricks, the tactics, the psychology and the tech - from spoofed phone calls to AI-generated voices that sound almost exactly like your loved one. And we dig into the real answer: relationships. Time. Trust. The stuff your government can't fix but your family can. This is practical, real-world protection, not more “theory world” nonsense.If you've got aging parents, grandparents or even older friends, this is an episode you literally cannot afford to skip. Because the question isn't if scammers will target them… but whether you'll recognize the signs before the damage is done. Order ⁠Cardio Miracle⁠ (⁠CardioMiracle.com/TBNS⁠) for 15% off and take a step towards better heart health and overall well-being!Submit Listener Questions to ⁠brian@briannicholsshow.com⁠ to hear your questions and perspectives answered and shared each and every week! WATCH The Brian Nichols Show, available on ⁠YouTube⁠ & ⁠Rumble⁠. With over 1040 episodes featuring local candidates, elected officials, economists, CEOs, and more, each show educates, enlightens, and informs. Follow Brian on social media: X.com/Twitter ⁠(https://www.briannicholsshow.com/twitter⁠) & Facebook (⁠https://www.briannicholsshow.com/facebook⁠) Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to ⁠The Brian Nichols Show ⁠for more captivating interviews and insights into common sense solutions for local problems! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, you'll hear a big talk from Davon Williams at the Speaker Salon Showcase.    Davon is a two-time Anthem Award winner, an international performer, NYCLU Artist Ambassador, and a TED Talk alum.    He authored the Black Theatre Matters Bill—the landmark legislation that passed at the Actors' Equity Association's First National Convention. His work has been covered in Deadline, Forbes, CBS, Playbill, The Daily Beast, BroadwayWorld, 60 Minutes, and numerous other platforms and publications.   In his powerful talk, "Embracing Disruption: A Call to Fortune 500 CEOs," he explores: The dangers of clinging to tradition and resisting change Why solving present problems drives fiscal growth How protest signals engagement rather than opposition The ripple effect of leadership choices on the world More from Davon Williams Website: https://www.davonwilliams.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DayWilling#  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daywilling  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCby_daXzNXlBjWcUWXLGo7g    More from Tricia  Publish your book with The Big Talk Press Join me LIVE for my Free Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram  Connect with me on Facebook  Connect with me on LinkedIn  Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com

In this episode, CEO coach Gene Hammett explores what it truly means to Be Intentional as a Leader, encouraging listeners to examine their leadership style and uncover the barriers limiting their growth. Drawing from his recent keynote at the Association of Animal Welfare Advancement, he introduces a clear two-part framework for elevating leadership, recognizing current hindrances, and defining the aspirational traits that drive stronger performance. Gene emphasizes the power of proactive, self-aware leadership in building engaged, high-performing teams and shares practical tools and resources to support deeper self-discovery and more effective, intentional leadership. Episode Highlights & Time Stamps 2:04 The Importance of Self-Reflection 5:44 Defining Your Leadership Identity 6:59 Evolving as a Leader 8:17 The Power of Intentionality 9:40 Strategies for Effective Leadership Identify who you're being that limits your leadership. Most leaders fall into the same cycle: open the laptop, answer emails, run spreadsheets, jump into meetings, put out fires… and repeat. I've been there, and maybe you're stuck in that same loop, working hard, but not necessarily leading intentionally. So pause for a moment and ask yourself: What would it take for me to be a better leader? And even more importantly, why do I want to be a better leader? Is your team performing below its potential? Do decisions keep landing back on your plate? Are you feeling overwhelmed or burned out? If so, this episode is for you. Recently, I spoke at the Association of Animal Welfare Advancement here in Atlanta. Their leaders were deeply committed to growing, and during that keynote, I shared one core idea: the power of intention in leadership. Here's a portion of that talk: "When you want to be a great leader, it doesn't happen by accident; it requires intention. You need the ability to shift with what's in front of you. Defining the leader you want to become may seem trivial or unnecessary, but it is foundational. Who are you being that gets in the way of being a better leader? And who do you want to become in the next level of yourself? You must be honest with yourself and claim the leader you're becoming." Are you scattered? Distracted? Overwhelmed? Too nice? Too empathetic? Too direct? These traits may not seem harmful, but when they're dialed too high, they create friction. Write them down on a 3×5 or 4×6 card, make it honest, uncomfortable, and real. This clarity helps you move away from what no longer serves your leadership. Define who you want to become. One of my clients captured this beautifully: Be decisive. Be focused. Be confident. Each week during our coaching sessions, we review how these traits showed up. This repetition creates accountability and reinforces their development. This is the work of intentional leadership, continuously evolving and expanding your capacity. Whether you're a CEO, founder, or senior leader, complacency kills performance. Growth requires reinvention. If you're new here, I'm Gene Hammett, CEO, coach, founder, and leadership development expert. We help executives and leadership teams create environments where people perform at their best, take ownership, and feel aligned with the mission. If you want to explore these ideas further without committing to a call, join my free training at training.corelevation.com. In about 90 minutes, we cover core principles, common mistakes, and the five steps to becoming a stronger, more intentional leader. To close today's episode, remember this: Being intentional is a superpower. Reactive leadership limits performance. A simple example comes from sales: smile before you dial. People can sense your energy even without seeing you. That's the intention at work. Imagine showing up 90–95% of the time as the leader you want to be decisive, focused, confident… or whatever traits matter most to you. One of my favorite examples from a client is the phrase: unshakably confident. Picture that being you. It's possible if you choose to lead with intention. If I can support you in any way, keep following our content, keep stepping up, and remember: when you think of growth and leadership, think of Growth Think Tank. Key Takeaways Great leadership never happens by accident it requires intention. Break the reactive work cycle by pausing to reflect on why you want to grow. Part 1: Define who you're being today that limits your leadership. Part 2: Define the leader you want to become (e.g., decisive, focused, confident). Writing your leadership identity on a simple card creates clarity and accountability. Intentionality is a leadership superpower that elevates performance and reduces overwhelm. "Smile before you dial" is a simple example of how intention shapes outcomes. Ideal For: Founders, CEOs, executives, managers, and anyone committed to elevating their leadership capacity. Resources & Next Steps Ready to take your leadership energy to the next level? Explore free training and resources at training.coreelevation.com to help you identify energy leaks, strengthen your leadership presence, and elevate your team's performance.

This session is designed to help a client that was stuck in overthinking and analysis paralysis, over researching and considering but not doing what they wanted. This used timeline approaches to help them break from thinking to doing. To access a subscriber-only version with no intro, outro, explanation, or ad breaks with just the hypnosis and nothing else, click subscribe. To access all hypnosis-only versions and exclusive subscriber sessions and have invitations to live hypnosis sessions over Zoom, tap 'Subscribe' nearby or click the following link.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/adam-cox858/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

What if the people targeting your parents and grandparents aren't foreign scammers… but folks who look and sound exactly like someone they trust? We don't like talking about this stuff. It feels uncomfortable, heavy, maybe even a little depressing. But the truth is simple: if you don't know how elders are being quietly targeted, you can't protect them. And the people running these scams are getting smarter, faster and more convincing by the day. Studio Sponsor: Cardio Miracle - "Unlock the secret to a healthier heart, increased energy levels, and transform your cardiovascular fitness like never before.": CardioMiracle.com/TBNS In today's episode, we pull back the curtain on the quiet epidemic of elder financial exploitation, the kind nobody wants to talk about until it's too late. Forget the headlines about nursing-home abuse - this is the stuff that never makes the 7 p.m. news, but drains bank accounts and destroys families in silence. Rusty Reynolds, a 25-year legal veteran, shows us exactly how these scammers operate and why the system rarely goes after them. We dig into the tricks, the tactics, the psychology and the tech - from spoofed phone calls to AI-generated voices that sound almost exactly like your loved one. And we dig into the real answer: relationships. Time. Trust. The stuff your government can't fix but your family can. This is practical, real-world protection, not more “theory world” nonsense. If you've got aging parents, grandparents or even older friends, this is an episode you literally cannot afford to skip. Because the question isn't if scammers will target them… but whether you'll recognize the signs before the damage is done. ❤️ Order Cardio Miracle (CardioMiracle.com/TBNS) for 15% off and take a step towards better heart health and overall well-being!

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Gaurav Bhasin is the founder and managing director of Allied Advisers, an M&A advisory firm whose principals have completed over 100 sell-side transactions for software and tech founders. After two decades in investment banking and tech M&A, Gaurav is a sell-side advisor to B2B software founders who have built successful businesses and want to explore selling their companies. Allied Advisers typically works with founders selling their businesses for $20M–$200M, helping them prepare materials, run a competitive process, and negotiate terms. We discuss how today's M&A market looks very different from the 2021 bubble. Valuations have normalized, deal timelines have increased, and buyers are more disciplined. But the demand for profitable, steadily growing SaaS companies is stronger than ever. Gaurav breaks down strategic and private equity buyers, what metrics matter most, how AI influences valuations, and why most founders underestimate the emotional and operational effort required to sell. For practical founders thinking about an exit in the next few years, this episode provides clear expectations and tactical guidance. Key Takeaways Profitable Growth Wins — Buyers prefer SaaS companies growing 20–50% with real profits over faster revenue growth fueled by burn. Metrics Drive Valuation — Net retention above 110%, gross retention above 90%, and >75% gross margins increase valuation and buyer interest. Run a Real Process — A single buyer gives you no leverage. Multiple qualified buyers improve pricing, terms, and closing certainty. AI Is Lipstick — But Real — You don't need to be AI-native. Practical AI that improves product, margin, or GTM still increases buyer interest.   Quote from Gaurav Bhasin, founder and managing director of Allied Advisers "The good news for SaaS founders is that the private equity community has raised about $1.5 trillion of capital, and more is being raised. And they also have access to debt. So there's $7 trillion of dry powder to do deals. Private equity is not paid to sit on the cash. And they love recurring revenue software.  "Private equity investors will typically move much faster than strategic buyers. Strategics will take a while. You need a business unit sponsor to buy into the vision, and then they will push the corporate to do the deal. But with the private equity, they will look at your financial metrics and if you fit in, they can move pretty fast.  "The one caveat with private equity compared to strategic is they generally pay a little bit less than the strategics because strategics have established distribution and GTM for higher growth, so private equity will index more on the financials." Links Gaurav Bhasin on LinkedIn Allied Advisers on LinkedIn Allied Advisers website 2025 Vertical SaaS Report - Allied Advisers Podcast Sponsor – Fraction This podcast is sponsored by Fraction. Fraction gives you access to senior US-based engineers and CTOs — without full-time costs or hiring risks. Get 10 to 30 hours per week from vetted and experienced US-based talent. Find your next fractional senior engineer or CTO at fraction.work. You can start with a one-week, risk-free trial to test it out. The Practical Founders Podcast Tune into the Practical Founders Podcast for weekly in-depth interviews with founders who have built valuable software companies without big funding. Subscribe to the Practical Founders Podcast using your favorite podcast app or view on our YouTube channel. Get the weekly Practical Founders newsletter and podcast updates at practicalfounders.com. Practical Founders CEO Peer Groups Be part of a committed and confidential group of practical founders creating valuable software companies without big VC funding.  A Practical Founders Peer Group is a committed and confidential group of founders/CEOs who want to help you succeed on your terms. Each Practical Founders Peer Group is personally curated and moderated by Greg Head.

Yorgos Lanthimos ist zurück mit einem Film, der irgendwie nicht so den großen Hype kreiert hat wie noch "Poor Things" vor einigen Jahren. Vielleicht weil er "nur" eine Adaption ist? 2003 ist nämlich die wahnwitzige Folter-Verschwörungs-Komödie "Save the Green Planet" erschienen, die Lanthimos jetzt ein bisschen geerdeter als "Bugonia" ins Kino bringt. In beiden Filmen entführt ein verrückter Verschwörungstheoretiker den/die CEO eines Pharmaunternehmens. Um den südkoreanischen Wurzeln dieser Geschichte ein bisschen nachzuspüren hat sich Christian Stephan Fasold vom Podcast "Kino Korea" eingeladen. Welche Version gefällt uns besser und was erzählen uns diese Filme in einer Zeit, die ja sowohl von Verschwörungsmythen *als auch* den großen Firmen (und ihren CEOs) bestimmt wird? CUTS ist komplett unabhängig und werbefrei, deshalb brauchen wir eure finanzielle Untersützung: Ab 3€ im Monat bekommt ihr große mehrstündige Special-Folgen zu Regisseur*innen und Genres sowie Zugang zum CUTS-Discordserver, wo wir jeden Tag über Filme und anderes diskutieren: https://steadyhq.com/cuts Ihr findet CUTS natürlich auch auf Twitter und Instagram und mich auf Letterboxd. Vielen Dank an alle, die uns mit 5€ oder mehr im Monat unterstützen! Hans B., Jens Bahr, Timo Baudzus, Max Baxmann, Björn Becher, Marcel Behrmann, Max Decker, Manuel Deschmann, Maximilian Dietrich, Nikolas Ditz, Heiko Dörr, Jon Eden, Stefan Elipot, Bernhard F, István Faze, Patrick Fey, Hylia Fischer, Tobias Forner, Arne-Leonardo, Lucas Fuchs, Lisabeth Fulda, Danai Gavranidou, Timo Gerdau, Max Gilbert, Johannes Greve, Katharina Günther, Matthias Hagel, Simon Hartmann, Hadi Hawash, Leon Herrmann, Jonathan Hilgenfeld, Dominic Hochholzer, Enola Marina Hoffmann, Paul Höller, Andre Hollstein, Lukas Hoppmann, Jakob Jockers, Anette John, Melanie Juhl, Michael Kandzia, Karl Kaufmann, Martin Kleisinger, Boris Klemkow, Moritz Krien, Moritz Kunz, Thomas Kustermann, Thomas Laufersweiler, René Lehmann, Felix M, Joseph Mayr, Sebo McPowers, Yannick Mosimann, Giancarlo M. Sandoval, Mirko Muhshoff, Flamur Mula, Matthias Nauhaus, Maria Ortese, Nicolai Piuk, Wolfgang Plank, Simon Popp, Philipp R., Jessica Ring, Thomas Roth, Joscha Sauerland, Michael Schill, Jessica Schmidt, Martin Schober, Jesko Schrader, Dominik Schröder, Nils Schuckenberg, Jeremiah Schwarze, Timm Seestädt, Louis Sir-Excel-Lot, Eyk Stankiewicz, Thomas Stehle, Marius Stein, Carolin T, Basil Tardent, Martin Teichert, Valentin Tischer, Dorijan Vukovic, David Wahl, Tobias Walter, Philipp Watermann, Regula Weber, David Wieching, LoLegend Yo, Joseph Z., Florian Zeppenfeld, Stefan Ziede, & meine Oma :)

Paolo Dell'Antonio hat keine Harvard-StoryEr hat als Regaleinräumer angefangen, sich Schritt für Schritt hochgearbeitet und wurde anschließend sogar CEO bei Jaegermeister.17 Jahre lang war er in dieser Position, während andere CEOs im Schnitt nach 4 Jahren schon wieder verschwunden waren, hat er konsequent weitergemacht. Und in dieser Zeit hat er aus einem verstaubten deutschen Kräuterlikör eine globale Kultmarke entwickelt.Ich habe ihn gefragt: „Was ist dein unfairer Vorteil?“Seine Antwort findet ihr im Podcast.Neue Folge mit Paolo ist jetzt live!

In this episode of Inside the Strategy Room, we discuss how the board’s relationship with management is evolving in an era of heightened uncertainty and rapid change. We are joined by board directors Susan Chapman-Hughes and Lan Kang, as well as McKinsey’s Board Services leader Frithjof Lund, and explore how boards are shifting from episodic oversight to continuous engagement, leveraging more frequent dialogue with management teams, investing in trust and culture, and rethinking structure and composition to add strategic value. Susan Chapman‑Hughes is a seasoned board director and former C-Suite executive with deep experience in digital transformation and human-capital strategy. She is currently an independent director at The J.M. Smucker Company and Toast Inc. Lan Kang is a global business leader and board member with extensive experience in healthcare, private equity, and strategy. She currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Azkarra Therapeutics, an early-stage biotechnology company. She serves on the board of Avantor Inc. and has held senior roles across Asia and the U.S. Frithjof Lund is a senior partner and our managing partner in Norway. He leads our Board Services Practice, helping CEOs and boards of directors improve corporate governance and effectiveness. Frithjof also leads our Organization Practice in Scandinavia, helping clients develop high-performing organizations and leaders across the private and public sectors. He is based in our Oslo office. Related insights How public-company boards can thrive by adopting private equity practices How boards can tackle geopolitical risk The Board Perspective – Number 4Support the show: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/mckinsey-strategy-&-corporate-finance/See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

In this episode, we bring you a thought-provoking discussion on agroecology. What do you know about agroecology? Is it just a passing trend, or is it here to stay? We have assembled a roundtable of CEOs and top experts to break down the concept. Joining us are: - Joachim Ewechu, Co-Founder & CEO of SHONA Group - Ivan Mandela, CFA, CEO & Co-Founder of SHONA Capital - Lucy Asiimwe, Programs Manager at AfriFood Founders, SHONA Group - Fabio Leippert, Co-Head of Policy & Advocacy at Biovision - Francis Shivonje, Country Coordinator at Biovision - Herbert Thuo, CEO & Founder of ANSA Africa We will start by exploring the fundamentals of agroecology and the components that make up an agroecological enterprise.

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In uncertain times, leaders at all levels can learn from what the world's leading CEOs are doing to protect their companies from risk and forge a path forward. In this Future of Business series, IdeaCast hosts Alison Beard and Adi Ignatius interview four chief executives from different industries and geographies to better understand where global business is going. In this episode, Alison speaks with Sim Tshabalala, the CEO of Standard Bank. He explains how his childhood in apartheid South Africa informed his decision to go into finance, why purpose drives the company's approach to everything from strategy to customer service, and the role he believes businesses like his must play in promoting sustainable growth.

Brian Beaulieu is the CEO of ITR Economics and an esteemed economist with over 40 years of experience in business cycle trend analysis. Brian and his team have a track record of 96% accuracy in economic forecasts. Brian is also the author of several popular books, including Prosperity in the Age of Decline and Make Your Move. Brian has provided insightful workshops and seminars to thousands of executives Vistage International and TEC, organizations of over 13,000 CEOs globally.  Brian joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to share his career and offer a bold economic projection that you don't want to miss. Learn why Brian believes everything about the global economy will change in 2030--and what you can do to prepare for that seismic shift. Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Mizzen & Main: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mizzenandmain.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Promo Code: elevate20) Shopify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Indeed: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Masterclass: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠masterclass.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Northwest Registered Agent: ⁠⁠⁠northwestregisteredagent.com/elevate Homeserve: homeserve.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello, all you great people trying to figure out how to do right by patients. Welcome to it. I was and am always extremely curious if any of what we talk about over here on Relentless Health Value has, in any way, percolated over to your average employer CEO—the ones who do not listen to this show, I mean. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. This is what I try to figure out during my conversation upcoming here with John Quinn from Wellnecity® today, and I score some advice to boot for employers in the face of any of these revelations that they may have. That's what's gonna go down today, and this whole endeavor is a decent plan, if I do say so myself, because John Quinn chats up a lot of employer CEOs. He's certainly got a bit of a catbird seat there. So, taking it from the top, I wanted to see how clued in these employer C-suites might be to a fundamental myth, which, if employer folks don't realize it is in fact a myth, it means that a whole lot of transformational power is going nowhere fast. And this myth is the mother of all myths: the "there is a market in healthcare" myth. We've been on a tear about this for three episodes now, at least as it relates to hospitals and health systems. I'm gonna refer everybody to LinkedIn because Luke Trocchio put up a, I don't know what you call it, a reel, highlighting something that Shane Cerone said in episode 490. And then I'm gonna tell you why whatever CEOs at self-insured employers are thinking here makes all the difference in the world. But what Shane said is this, "The myth is that we have a functioning marketplace, and we don't." Shane continues, "What I mean by [there is no actual healthcare market], as somebody who's been a CEO of multiple hospitals and health systems, hospitals don't compete on price for patients. It … doesn't work that way. And so, we don't really have a normal market incentive to reduce cost or, in this case, the price of services in order to remain competitive." Now look, and this isn't rocket science, but it needs to be said out loud. The reason there is no healthcare market largely is because self-insured employers have not insisted upon there being one. Is that fair? I don't know. And whether or not it's fair is irrelevant to this point. Self-insured employers pay for healthcare for, like, 160 million Americans. They are largely the demand curve. They are the demand side of any market that exists. Because you know something that doesn't our market make? You can't ask the supply side to create demand elasticity. You can't get a seller to get a buyer to buy or not buy at some price point. That would be like a comedy skit. Except in this case, you know, patients die or go bankrupt because they can't afford care. So, it's not really all that funny. But if in this country we are depending on health system prices being constrained by a market, and then you don't have a buyer who doesn't buy when the price is higher than the buyer wants to pay or a buyer who doesn't buy unsafe stuff or low-quality goods or services, you're gonna get sky-high prices. Welcome to it right now. Also, if there's no competition, again, no market. But competition a lot of times doesn't surface if there's no point in starting up a business because there's no demand for lower prices or higher-quality care. I mean, if no one cares if you have lower prices or higher quality, then how are you gonna attract patient volume or steal market share, right? Like, unless you're really good at marketing, I guess, or have accumulated market power. I'll say this again. If our whole, the whole healthcare sector pricing structure is built on the myth that there is a market and then there's no market and employers aren't filling for whatever reason, the vital demand side role that they have to play for there to be a market, then, right … hello, 37% renewals like we see coming up in New Jersey. Listen to the show with Kevin Lyons (EP487, Part 1). So, I say all this to say, do employer CEOs even know they have one job here? And I'm not talking about, again, whether or not this is fair, whether they're capable of pulling this off. I'm just distilling this whole thing down to this is the question that remains on the ground. So anyway, this is first and foremost what I go after John Quinn from Wellnecity to figure out today: Where's your average CEO in this learning curve? Now here's some demand curve optimism. The show from two weeks ago with Elizabeth Mitchell (EP491) from PBGH, the Purchaser Business Group on Health. In that show from a couple weeks ago, we talk about what PBGH members, who are very large employers, what they're up to. So, certainly go back and listen to that if you haven't. Okay, so with that, here's my conversation with John Quinn from Wellnecity, as I have mentioned; and you'll get two things out of this conversation. Number one, a level set on what employers' leadership teams are figuring out and why they are figuring this out. (Renewal shocks and employees complaining about affordability much?) But also how the mindset needs to shift in the C-suite for anything to really happen here. In other words, what's the assignment and what's some very top-line advice to get there? That's how I finish up the conversation with John Quinn today. Do just wanna note that Wellnecity so kindly offered to pick up some of the tab to produce this Relentless Health Value show, which, as I keep saying is … yeah, it is expensive to keep this train on the track. People often forget it's not just what goes into the recording, the hosting, the producing, the editing of a podcast, but there also is a whole Web site and an API feed and headshots and graphics and transcriptions and a proofreader. It's a whole thing, guys, even if the host is a volunteer with a day job. So, thanks much to Wellnecity for the contribution to the fund and for coming on the pod today. John Quinn is CEO of Wellnecity. Wellnecity does health plan management for employers that self-fund their health plan. The key role Wellnecity plays is how do they help those employers better manage the spend category called health benefits. This podcast, as I said, is partially sponsored by Wellnecity and also Aventria Health Group. Also mentioned in this episode are Wellnecity; Luke Trocchio; Shane Cerone; Kevin Lyons; Elizabeth Mitchell; Purchaser Business Group on Health (PBGH); Paul Holmes; Peter Hayes; Healthcare Purchaser Alliance; Mark Cuban; Lauren Vela; Cora Opsahl; Andreas Mang; Jon Camire; Eric Bricker, MD; and Christine Hale, MD, MBA. For a list of healthcare industry acronyms and terms that may be unfamiliar to you, click here. You can learn more at Wellnecity and follow John on LinkedIn.   John Quinn is the founder and CEO of Wellnecity, a health tech innovator on a mission to measurably improve the quality and affordability of employer-sponsored health plans in the United States. Under John's leadership, Wellnecity developed the groundbreaking Smart Hub platform, which integrates data from multiple vendors to simplify health plan management. Smart Hub enables organizations to measure ROI objectively, uncover savings, enhance member engagement, and reduce fiduciary risk. Building on this foundation, Wellnecity has launched its next-generation plan management platform, equipping HR leaders with real-time oversight, vendor accountability, and measurable ROI. The platform empowers leaders to act in the moment, redirecting spend, simplifying oversight, and delivering better healthcare for employees. John is also the author of Benefits Revolution: The Next Generation of Employer-Sponsored Healthcare and is widely regarded as a thought leader in the healthcare space. He believes healthier businesses are built on smarter healthcare for employees, and that data is the key to driving this transformation. Prior to founding Wellnecity, John spent 25 years at Andersen Consulting, Diamond Technology Partners, and McKinsey & Company. He advised Global 1000 companies and high-growth start-ups, helping them build new businesses, products, and channels. His expertise in digitized information and network effects has driven meaningful business model innovation. John is a sought-after speaker on topics such as the benefits revolution, the power of data, fixing what's broken, and health tech leadership. Helping organizations deliver innovation is his mission; fixing what's broken is his passion.   07:06 Why CEOs are looking more closely at healthcare spend. 08:06 EP397 with Paul Holmes. 08:21 How savings and health benefits are directly connected. 10:45 EP436 with Elizabeth Mitchell. 11:46 What missed earnings look like in relation to healthcare. 14:27 How costs have been shifting to employees for years, and why this doesn't work anymore. 17:36 EP475 with Peter Hayes. 18:23 What employers need to do instead of cost shift. 19:12 EP406 with Lauren Vela. 21:30 Why it's important to make health benefit changes at the speed of business, not at the speed of the benefits year. 26:17 Why is it important to put a finance function into your benefits? 27:10 EP488 with Mark Cuban and Cora Opsahl. 27:33 EP478 (Part 1) with Andreas Mang and Jon Camire. 27:35 Why daily data matters. 31:10 EP487 (Part 1) with Kevin Lyons. 31:21 Why it's important to hold vendors accountable. 31:47 Why it's important to move on from vendors who can't hold up to your scrutiny and needs. 33:46 EP472 with Eric Bricker, MD. 34:46 EP471 with Christine Hale, MD, MBA.   You can learn more at Wellnecity and follow John on LinkedIn.   John Quinn gives advice to #employer #CEOs on the #healthcaremarket on our #healthcarepodcast. #healthcare #podcast #financialhealth #patientoutcomes #primarycare #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation   Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Dr Sam Flanders and Shane Cerone (EP492), Elizabeth Mitchell (EP491), Shane Cerone and Dr Sam Flanders (Part 1), Dan Greenleaf (Part 2), Dan Greenleaf (Part 1), Mark Cuban and Cora Opsahl, Kevin Lyons (Part 2), Kevin Lyons (Part 1), Dr Stan Schwartz (EP486), Dr Cristin Dickerson

Doug Naylor is the co-creator of the long-running, hugely successful sci-fi comedy Red Dwarf, having written or co-written every single episode! Doug was also the Head Writer and Script Editor on the original Spitting Image, has written a number of award-winning radio shows and is a best-selling author.In this episode we dig into all things Red Dwarf, from the creation of the show with Rob Grant, the show's continued success while retaining an outsider status, UKTV's recent cancellation of a TV film and what the future may hold... We also talk about writing his incredible first children's novel, Sin Bin Island which I highly recommend!Join the Insiders Club at patreon.com/comcompod where you can WATCH the full episode and get access to 15 minutes of exclusive extras all about Spitting Image where we talk about initially refusing to join the show eight times expanding the puppets beyond politicians and the real-world impact of the show.Follow the Pod: Instagram, YouTube & TikTok!Support our independently produced Podcast from only £3/month at Patreon.com/ComComPod✅ Instant access to full video and ad-free audio episodes✅ 15 minutes of exclusive extra content with Doug✅ Early access to new episodes (where possible!)✅ Exclusive membership offerings including a monthly “Stu&A”PLUS you'll get access to the full back catalogue of extras you can find nowhere else!Catch Up with Doug:Doug's first children's novel Sin Bin Island is out now wherever you get your books!You can also keep up-to-date with Doug across socials, @DougRDNaylor.Everything I'm up to:See me live (when there's dates!)… Find out all the info at stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy.Discover my comedy about the climate crisis, for everyone from activists to CEOs, at stuartgoldsmith.com/climate.See Stuart live on tour - www.stuartgoldsmith.com/comedy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Nick shares his past struggles as a CEO being overwhelmed by too many metrics, which led to poor decision-making and a difficult board meeting. He argues that most CEOs drown in "vanity metrics" that don't actually reflect a business' true value.  To combat this, he introduces The Ultimate CEO Dashboard, detailing the five most crucial numbers that private equity operating partners consistently demand and that truly determine a business' enterprise value and potential for a premium exit KEY TAKEAWAYS Stop tracking dozens of "vanity metrics" and focus only on the five crucial numbers that determine if your business is building or destroying value. Private Equity values the ability to accurately forecast revenue (pipeline coverage) and profitability (EBITDA margin) more than just raw revenue growth. Wildly inaccurate forecasts, even if positive, can be penalised. Cash runway is the oxygen of your business, which must be tracked weekly. However, EBITDA growth (profit) is the metric that determines your exit multiple and creates real financial value. Customer concentration (when a few clients drive a large percentage of revenue) is the number one silent deal killer and can instantly drop a business's valuation by 30% to 50%. BEST MOMENTS "The board partner at the time said, 'Nick, I don't care about your NPS score, your net promoter score. He said, do we have cash or not?'" "More metrics can sometimes mean worse decisions." "You can't cost-cut your way to a premium exit. You need growth plus margin expansion." "If you're only looking at revenue, you're driving by looking in the rearview mirror." VALUABLE RESOURCES Want a one-pager that breaks down The Ultimate CEO Dashboard — the exact 5 metrics that determine your company's enterprise value? DM Nick with the words "CEO Dashboard" on LinkedIn, and he or his team will send you a copy of the cheat sheet so you can start applying it in your business right away. To get your copy of Nick's new book, go to https://www.amazon.co.uk/Exit-Millions-Private-Blueprint-Business/dp/1068243902 Exit Your Business For Millions - Download This Guide: ⁠go.highvalueexit.com/opt-in ⁠ Nick's LinkedIn: ⁠https://highvalueexit.com/li⁠ Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies. He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

PODCAST EN VIVO: ¿STEVE JOBS O TIM COOK? La conversación MAS IMPORTANTE sobre liderazgo empresarial En este PODCAST EN DIRECTO de 2 HORAS 47 MINUTOS compartimos nuestras experiencias, opiniones y análisis PROFESIONAL Y PERSONAL sobre los dos CEOs que transformaron Apple. No es un documental, es una conversación REAL y DIRECTA. https://seoxan.es/crear_pedido_hosting Código Cupon "APPLE" PATROCINADO POR SEOXAN Optimización SEO profesional para tu negocio https://seoxan.es https://uptime.urtix.es https://applelianos.com/la-historia-de-apple-a-traves-de-sus-dos-grandes-lideres-steve-jobs-y-tim-cook/ ¿POR QUÉ DEBES ESCUCHAR? ✓ Perspectivas ÚNICAS sobre liderazgo empresarial ✓ Análisis PROFUNDO de dos estilos de gestión completamente distintos ✓ Experiencias personales y profesionales compartidas EN VIVO ✓ Opinión honesta: ¿Jobs o Cook? ¿Quién fue MEJOR? ✓ Respuestas a preguntas que te has planteado siempre ✓ INSPIRACIÓN para emprendedores y líderes ✓ El liderazgo visionario vs. el liderazgo estratégico ✓ Qué podemos aprender de AMBOS TEMAS TRATADOS EN ESTE PODCAST: • Orígenes y filosofía de liderazgo • Diferencias profesionales vs. personales • Impacto empresarial y legado • Lecciones de negocios aplicables HOY • Debate: ¿Jobs o Cook en 2024? • Qué hace que un CEO sea VERDADERAMENTE EXITOSO • Visión vs. Ejecución: Ambas son necesarias • Y MUCHO MÁS... CÓMO PARTICIPAR: DALE LIKE - Si te ha parecido una conversación valiosa COMENTA - Tu opinión: ¿Quién fue mejor? ¿Jobs o Cook? SUSCRÍBETE - Para no perderte más podcasts en vivo Comparte - Con tus amigos que aman Apple o los negocios ESCÚCHANOS DONDE PREFIERAS: ▸ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Applelianos ▸ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/39QoPb0 ▸ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/Applelianos ▸ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/applelianos ▸ Twitter/X: https://x.com/AppellianosPod ▸ Telegram: https://t.me/+Jm8iE4n3xtI2Zjdk ▸ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applelianos ▸ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/applelianos NOTA: Este es un PODCAST EN VIVO donde compartimos opiniones personales y profesionales basadas en nuestra experiencia, investigación y análisis. No es un documental histórico, sino una CONVERSACIÓN GENUINA entre dos personas que aman Apple y la tecnología. ÚNETE A NUESTRA COMUNIDAD: Somos Applelianos - Una comunidad dedicada a analizar, discutir y celebrar la tecnología Apple, el liderazgo empresarial y la innovación. En nuestros podcasts en vivo cubrimos desde productos revolucionarios hasta análisis profundos de estrategias empresariales. #PodcastEnVivo #SteveJobs #TimCook #Apple #CEO #Liderazgo #Negocios #Applelianos #Tecnología #Emprendimiento #Podcast

The Hard Truth That Helped Me Fix My Business (And My Mind) Yesterday… wow. Fonzi and I spent the whole day locked in at a coworking space — not recording, not filming, just talking. About the business. The studio. Our team. Even the future of Content Momentum and the Business Creator Club. We thought we were going in different directions. We weren't. We just weren't saying things the same way. Wild, right? This episode you're about to hear? It's the one that helped us have that hard conversation. And I mean hard. But also... powerful. Because we finally got aligned. And guess who's in the episode? My coach. My mentor. My North Star. Katie Richardson. She's the one who helped me learn how to lead, not just do, and with that, pave the path to our first 7 figures!. The person who helped me figure out why I was stuck — and how to break out of it. We talk about the #1 mistake CEOs make (I was making it too), and the ONE question you've got to ask if you're feeling stuck, tired, or like your business isn't “fun” anymore. But here's the thing… we don't give all the answers away. You gotta listen. Because if you're a coach, creator, or entrepreneur trying to grow something big — this will change how you see your team, your time, and even yourself. Let's go P.S. If you're stuck on how to grow and monetize your content, we just opened a few free spots in our 5-Day One-on-One Challenge. Just 20 minutes a day, real results. Go to bizbros.co/monetize — it's free. No fluff.

As women entrepreneurs and CEOs, our boundaries and priorities evolve with every phase of life and business. What you need in your startup hustle years isn't what you need when you're leading teams, raising families, or building legacy work. In this episode of the DO IT MY WAY Podcast, we're diving deep into how to set boundaries that honor the season you're in, whether your focus is impact, money, or time. We'll talk about what happens when you lose balance (and lose yourself), and how to regain control of your schedule without guilt. You'll learn how to: Identify what season you're truly in — and set aligned goals Say "no" with confidence and protect your energy Redefine success on your own terms Choose peace, purpose, and presence over pressure Because doing it your way means more than building a business — it's about designing a life that fits who you're becoming.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Que Elon Musk está como un cencerro, lo sabemos todos. Pero que tambien es mas listo que el hambre tambien. Dentro que lo que Juan ha llamado como "La Saga de CEOs forraos", en este capítulo para FANS, dedicamos a repasar la vida de este flipao como pocos. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Welcome to unPAUSED, the podcast where bold, unfiltered conversations take place about what it really takes for women to thrive in the second half of life. Every week, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and #1 New York Times best-selling author, tackles the conversations women actually need to hear. Dr. Haver sits down with a variety of medical experts, CEOs, and risk-takers to discuss everything that matters, from hormones and identity to financial power, relationships, and the tools needed to build the life you want. unPAUSED is about reclaiming your healthspan—not just the number of years you live, but the number of years you live well.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is powered by The Move to Millions Ascension Archetype Quiz , your first step in uncovering how to leverage your divine wiring to lead with alignment as you stop sabotaging your next level of success. Discover your divine wiring and uncover what's REALLY keeping YOU from millions. The MTM Minute is a quick dose of inspiration with a powerful affirmation based on our weekly full-length episode.  And beginning this season, the MTM Minute will include a prayer of the week for 7 figure CEOs and 7 figure CEOs in the making.  That's right, you don't have to choose – you can love God AND make millions. This MTM Minute is a rewind based on a full length episode that ran earlier this season, Step Into Your 7-Figure Identity,  I shared why your identity is messing with your money.  Click the link above to listen.   This week's 7 Figure CEO Affirmation is "I am stepping into my seven-figure identity with confidence and clarity. My worth is rooted in abundance, and I release any limiting beliefs that no longer serve me. As I align my spirit with my purpose, my business grows and thrives with ease. I am the leader my business needs to expand, and I am fully capable of manifesting the wealth and success that are my divine birthright. My actions are aligned with the seven-figure CEO I am becoming, and as I elevate my identity, my business flourishes."   Here are three actionable tips to anchor in this week's affirmation Shift Your Identity: Reflect on the ways you may be tying your self-worth to money. Start embodying the seven-figure CEO you aspire to be by affirming that your value is not defined by your bank balance. Spend time daily in practices that reinforce your belief in abundance, like prayer, affirmations, and visualizations. Upgrade Your Daily Habits: Begin to adopt a CEO-level routine. Prioritize growth-producing activities like strategic decision-making, setting boundaries, and focusing on your highest-value tasks. Start each day grounded in spiritual alignment to maintain clarity, purpose, and momentum. Expand Your Environment: Evaluate the circles you're in and ensure you're surrounding yourself with people who think expansively and live in abundance. This may involve investing in mentors, attending events, or engaging with individuals who challenge and support your growth to the next level.   Affirm with me: "I am stepping into my seven-figure identity with confidence and clarity. My worth is rooted in abundance, and I release any limiting beliefs that no longer serve me. As I align my spirit with my purpose, my business grows and thrives with ease. I am the leader my business needs to expand, and I am fully capable of manifesting the wealth and success that are my divine birthright. My actions are aligned with the seven-figure CEO I am becoming, and as I elevate my identity, my business flourishes."   And this week's journal prompts are: "I am stepping into my seven-figure identity by embracing… "The limiting belief I am replacing in order to fully embody my seven-figure self is "To align with the seven-figure CEO I am becoming, today I will take bold action by..."   And your prayer of the week: Prayer for Boldness and Abundance: Heavenly Father, I come before You with gratitude for the vision You've placed in my heart. I know that I am capable of reaching the seven-figure success that is my divine birthright. Lord, help me to shift my identity and align it with the abundance You have already prepared for me. Guide me as I step boldly into the CEO I am meant to be, releasing any beliefs or habits that no longer serve me. May my actions reflect my true worth, and may my business flourish as I grow into the leader You have called me to be. I trust that as I elevate my identity and embody my higher purpose, You will continue to open doors of opportunity, guide my steps, and provide the abundance I need to impact the lives of those I serve. Thank You for the strength to make this shift and the grace to carry it out. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.     Want more of Darnyelle? Personal Brand Website: https://www.drdarnyelle.com Company Website: https://www.incredibleoneenterprises.com Move to Millions Website: https://www.movetomillions.com   Social Media Links: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/darnyellejerveyharmon Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/darnyellejerveyharmon Twitter/X: http://www.twitter.com/darnyellejervey LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/darnyellejerveyharmon    Links Mentioned in the Episode: Movetomillions.com MovetoMillionsGroup.com HausofMillions.com Move to Millions Continuum Episode Move to Millions Live 2025   Subscribe to the Move to Millions Podcast: Listen on iTunes Listen on Google Play Listen on Stitcher Listen on iHeartRadio Listen on Pandora   Leave us a review Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. 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Marcia Ballinger, co-author of The 20-Minute Networking Meeting and author of Winning the Executive Interview, brings decades of experience in executive search and human resources. She specializes in recruiting nonprofit CEOs and helping professionals master relationship-building, interviewing, and networking. Marcia explains that interviewing is not about performance or selling yourself, but about authentic, relational conversations that help both sides assess fit. She shares insights from years of observing real interviews, offering a rare look at what hiring leaders truly think when candidates leave the room. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Marcia reveals how to approach interviews as high-stakes, million-dollar decisions, where listening, curiosity, and confidence matter more than rehearsed answers. She breaks down the four types of interview questions—skills, style, risk mitigation, and logistics—and explains how to answer each effectively. Marcia emphasizes that the goal isn't just to “get the job,” but to find the right one. The candidates who win are those who stay calm, thoughtful, and discerning, proving that the most successful interviewees are the choosiest ones. Quotes: If you find yourself selling in an interview, close your folio, thank them, and leave. You're not getting the job.” “An interview is a million-dollar decision. The smartest candidates approach it like a consultant, not a salesperson.” “Winning the interview isn't about perfection. It's about having an authentic conversation and deciding if it's the right fit for both sides.” “The candidates who get the job aren't the loudest. They're the ones who listen, think, and stay curious.” Resources: Connect with Marcia Ballinger on LinkedIn Winning the Executive Interview on Amazon

Why don't more energy & resource companies have trading arms? For that matter, why don't more sectors trade? Chips, drugs even real estate? Why are CEOs reticent to set up trading platforms and what are the barriers to entry? What sectors would benefit most from trading? And more broadly, how have those firms who have launched trading arms in the energy and commodities trading sector fared over the last five years? How has this development both changed and shaped the opportunities out there? Our guest is Antti Belt, Partner at BCG, focused on commodities, and also a research fellow at the Henderson Institute. We are discussing his paper, alongside his colleagues, the hidden $3 trillion profit opportunity for CEOs, that by learning to think like traders and hedge funds, CEOs can tap value opportunities that are currently left on the table. To read the paper visit:https://www.bcg.com/publications/2025/hidden-3-trillion-profit-opportunity-for-ceos

Most oil company CEOs have turned their back on COP30, but not ExxonMobil CEO Darren Woods, who this year attended his third COP conference in a row. This week on Zero, Akshat Rathi asks Woods why Exxon is backing a new carbon accounting idea, what his plan is now that the Inflation Reduction Act has been gutted, and why Exxon wanted the US to stay in the Paris Agreement. Explore further: Zero’s 2024 interview with Darren Woods Sign up to the Bloomberg Green newsletter for daily coverage of COP30. Zero is a production of Bloomberg Green. Our producer is Oscar Boyd. Special thanks to Eleanor Harrison Dengate, Siobhan Wagner, Sommer Saadi and Mohsis Andam. Thoughts or suggestions? Email us at zeropod@bloomberg.net. For more coverage of climate change and solutions, visit https://www.bloomberg.com/green.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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SaaStr 829: A Hands-On Guide to SaaStr's New AI Tools with SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin We delve into the functionalities of our SaaStr AI tools, including the AI Mentor, which has been engaged over 100,000 times, providing answers to various startup-related queries.   You'll see a demonstration of how our AI VC tools, including a startup valuation calculator, pitch deck analyzer, and benchmarking tool, work effectively to help startups understand their valuations, get honest feedback on pitch decks, and connect with VCs.   Additionally, explore our newly launched VC matchmaking system and other AI agents that have been integral in automating and enhancing SaaStr's operations. Experience these tools firsthand and discover how they can add value to your startup journey. Visit SaaStr.ai to access these tools for free and see the comprehensive suite of AI agents that we use.   00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:14 Exploring SaaStr AI Tools 01:15 Deep Dive into Digital Jason 04:20 AI VC Tools and Fundraising 05:26 Startup Valuation Calculator 06:07 Pitch Deck Analyzer 16:16 Benchmarking Your Startup 18:51 VC Matchmaking and Research 21:58 Conclusion and Q&A   --------------------- This episode is Sponsored in part by Salesforce: Connect data, automate busywork and empower teams like nobody's business with the one platform that grows with you, every step of the way. Learn how Salesforce works for Startups at salesforce.com/smb.   --------------------- If you're serious about B2B and AI, you need to be in London this December.   SaaStr AI London is bringing together more than 2,000 leaders and founders for two days of practical advice on scaling into the new year.    We'll have speakers flying in from OpenAI, Wiz, Clay, Intercom, and all your favorite SaaS companies, including yours truly with Harry Stebbings for a live 20VC podcast. It'll be fun, and it's all in the heart of London.    Don't miss out: get your tickets with my exclusive discount by going to podcast.saastrlondon.com   ---------------------   Hey everybody, the biggest B2B + AI event of the year will be back - SaaStr AI in the SF Bay Area, aka the SaaStr Annual, will be back in May 2026.    With 68% VP-level and above, 36% CEOs and founders and a growing 25% AI-first professional, this is the very best of the best S-tier attendees and decision makers that come to SaaStr each year.     But here's the reality, folks: the longer you wait, the higher ticket prices can get. Early bird tickets are available now, but once they're gone, you'll pay hundreds more so don't wait.    Lock in your spot today by going to podcast.saastrannual.com to get my exclusive discount SaaStr AI SF 2026. We'll see you there.

Wolfgang Hammer - The Power of Story - [Invest Like the Best, EP.447] My guest today is my friend Wolfgang Hammer. Wolfgang is a successful film producer and executive who helped create House of Cards and ran several major studios, including Lionsgate, CBS Films and Miramax. He's now building a new kind of film studio with support from Mitch Lasky and Marc Andreessen. Wolfgang also helps founders and CEOs use storytelling to better understand what they do, and why it matters. In many ways, this conversation is a manual for how to find that story and communicate it in a way that resonates. Wolfgang shares the questions and tools he gives leaders to help them do the same. Our conversation explores how stories work, what great ones have in common, and why understanding your own story can be transformative. We talk about the three layers every story must have — the external, the emotional, and the philosophical — and how they apply to building companies and leading people. So many CEOs — at both startups and massive fortune 100 companies — have Wolfgang to thank for changing how they think and talk about their business, and I hope this episode gives you the tools to do the same. Please enjoy my conversation with the great Wolfgang Hammer. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ramp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Ramp's mission is to help companies manage their spend in a way that reduces expenses and frees up time for teams to work on more valuable projects. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ramp.com/invest to sign up for free and get a $250 welcome bonus. – This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AlphaSense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Alpha-Sense.com/Invest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegus help you make smarter decisions faster. –- This episode is brought to you by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ridgeline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. Head to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ridgelineapps.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the platform. ----- Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:05:46) Meet Wolfgang Hammer (00:06:49) How to Tell Your Story (00:08:34) The Three Layers of Every Story (00:11:26) What a Good Story Unlocks (00:14:03) Applying Storytelling Principles to Business (00:18:48) Lessons From Filmmaking for CEOs (00:24:10) Everything is a Death Project (00:26:27) What Makes a Great Story (00:32:18) The Role of Status (00:33:12) Building a New Kind of Film Studio (00:36:44) The Version of Your Story so Big it Terrifies You (00:40:58) Grand Unified Theory (00:43:27) The Kindest Thing

In this episode of the Second in Command Podcast, guest host Sivana Brewer sits down with Dr. Melonie Boone, Chief Operating Officer of Edesia Nutrition, a Rhode Island–based nonprofit on a mission to end childhood malnutrition worldwide.Dr. Boone shares her inspiring journey from corporate HR and executive consulting to joining a purpose-driven organization where every product saves lives. She opens up about leaving her consulting career to relocate her family and help Edesia scale globally while staying rooted in its humanitarian mission.Together, Sivana and Melonie explore what it means to lead in a business where the stakes are life and death, balancing operational excellence with empathy, trust, and resilience. From creating healthy CEO-COO dynamics to rebuilding confidence after crisis, she offers grounded advice for leaders who want to make impact and results coexist.Timestamped Highlights[00:02:31] – Dr. Boone explains Edesia Nutrition's mission to eradicate malnutrition and how each box of product saves a child's life.[00:04:29] – The personal loss that inspired her to pursue work with deeper purpose.[00:06:27] – How consulting for Edesia's CEO turned into a full-time COO opportunity.[00:08:09] – Combining her lifelong drive to lead with her mother's legacy of service.[00:10:14] – What challenges she was first hired to solve and how her HR and strategy background helped.[00:13:13] – Transitioning from consultant to COO and setting early “ground rules” for success.[00:15:00] – Dividing responsibilities with the founder and managing blurred lines gracefully.[00:16:20] – Facing two major business disruptions in her first six months on the job.[00:18:47] – Learning to adapt her leadership style during crises and rebuild trust.[00:20:18] – The power of transparency and “fighting together” with the CEO.[00:22:29] – How her four academic degrees shaped her approach to leadership.[00:24:08] – The lesson behind “anyone can show the numbers, but what do they mean?”[00:26:05] – Knowing which “Melonie” to bring into each meeting—coach, operator, or psychologist.[00:27:28] – How she keeps the pulse across 14 departments with weekly updates and morale checks.[00:31:29] – Using technology and HRIS tools to streamline communication and one-on-ones.[00:34:18] – Building cross-functional buy-in before making any system change.[00:36:50] – Tracking team morale and staying intentionally visible to every shift.[00:38:42] – Leading with authenticity as an introvert in a people-driven culture.[00:41:26] – Creating connection and fun through culture rituals, bingo, and bagel Tuesdays.[00:44:43] – What's ahead: a 100,000 sq ft expansion, global growth, and personal goals for joy and balance.[00:47:00] – Her advice for aspiring COOs, current operators, and CEOs hiring their “number two.”Resources & MentionsEdesia Nutrition Plumpy'Nut® – Edesia's flagship product saving children worldwideChildren Can't Wait Campaign – Donate HEROic Leadership by Dr. Melonie BoonePaycor HRIS – Tool for one-on-ones, performance, and team engagementAbout the GuestDr. Melonie Boone is the Chief Operating Officer of Edesia Nutrition, a global...

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In this thought-provoking episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with futurist and strategist Dr. Mark van Rijmenam to explore how leaders can thrive in an era defined by exponential change. Known for his sharp insights into emerging technologies and their impact on society, van Rijmenam shares a grounded yet urgent view of the transformation reshaping every aspect of our world—from business and education to governance and human interaction.Van Rijmenam argues that the shifts underway are not just technological but also ecological and geopolitical, converging into what he calls a “tsunami of change.” Unlike past revolutions that unfolded over centuries, today's convergence of AI, robotics, blockchain, quantum computing, and biotechnology is remaking industries and organizations in mere years. He urges leaders to recognize the pace and scale of disruption and to evolve their thinking beyond the limits of linear strategy.Throughout the conversation, van Rijmenam challenges executives to rethink traditional leadership models. Short-term metrics and hierarchical control, he warns, are relics of a slower age. To lead effectively in exponential times, leaders must decentralize decision-making, empower teams to act with trust, and adopt a long-term mindset that includes future generations in their calculus of success. The future will belong to those who can combine adaptability with ethical awareness—who understand not only what technology can do but what it should do.This discussion also dives into the human dimensions of the digital revolution. From reimagining education and lifelong learning to confronting the erosion of trust in a world of deepfakes and misinformation, van Rijmenam calls for a new kind of leadership—one that cultivates critical thinking and moral courage as much as technical fluency. His perspective is both sobering and optimistic: chaos is inevitable, but it can also be a catalyst for renewal if leaders are willing to reimagine how organizations and societies operate.Whether you're leading a global enterprise or a mission-driven organization, this episode will expand your view of what it means to lead in exponential times—and why the leaders of tomorrow must become what van Rijmenam calls “architects of the future,” building systems that serve humanity as much as innovation.Actionable TakeawaysYou'll learn why Mark van Rijmenam believes this era of transformation is unlike any in history—and why leaders who mistake exponential change for incremental evolution risk falling behind fast.Hear how the convergence of multiple technologies—not just AI—is creating a ripple effect that is reshaping industries and leadership itself.Discover what it takes to move from linear to exponential thinking, and why our evolutionary wiring makes that shift so difficult.Explore the limits of short-termism and why CEOs must adopt a long-term perspective that considers future generations, not just next-quarter results.Find out why traditional education models are failing to prepare the next generation—and what leaders can do to foster critical thinking and lifelong learning inside their organizations.Learn how decentralized decision-making and empowered cultures build resilience in times of disruption—and what happens to companies that cling to control.Hear the story of how one company's culture of challenge and trust prevented a multimillion-dollar fraud—and what it reveals about leadership in the age of Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website