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What did you think of this episode?Writing for Middle Grade isn't as easy as you might think. Today's guest shares her top five tips to help you be successful. Welcome to Your Best Writing Life, an extension of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of NC. I'm your host, Linda Goldfarb. Each week, I bring tips and strategies from writing and publishing industry experts to help you excel in your craft. I'm so glad you're listening in. During this episode, you'll learn about … Top Five Tips for Writing Successful Middle Grade books.My industry expert is Taryn Souders. Taryn's middle grade novels have been named to over 25 state award lists. Her book, Coop Knows the Scoop, was a 2021 Edgar Award nominee for Best Juvenile mystery novel and a Maud Hart Lovelace Honor book. The Mystery of the Radcliffe Riddle won the Florida Book Award and was both an Agatha Award and an Anthony Award nominee.  Alright, let's head into our content for today.Top Five Tips for Writing Successful Middle Grade:KNOW your audience! Don't have a bad-looking cover. Don't preach. You HAVE to have high stakes and tension.Study dialogue. Taryn Souder's new book is releasing in January 2026. It's called SECRETS OF THE BROKEN HOUSE (Sourcebooks Young Readers)You can find out more about Taryn belowWebsite: www.tarynsouders.comX : https://x.com/TarynSoudersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/taryn.soudersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/taryn_souders/ Books Taryn recommends:-The Fort by Gordon Korman-The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo-Wild Robot by Peter Brown.Linda suggests any book by Taryn Souders! The Mystery of the Radcliffe RiddleCoop Knows the ScoopHow to (Almost) Ruin Your SummerREGISTER for the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers ConferenceREGISTER for the Florida Christian Writers ConferenceInfo on the 2025 FCWCVisit Your Best Writing Life website.Join our Facebook group, Your Best Writing LifeYour host - Linda Goldfarb#1 Podcast in the "Top 50+ Must-Have Tools and Resources for Christian Writers in 2024". Awarded the Spark Media 2022 Most Binge-Worthy PodcastAwarded the Spark Media 2023 Fan Favorites Best Solo Podcast

“Saving Face is not a culturally specific necessity. Saving Face is universal to human beings. If you want somebody to say and do something that was not originally their idea, I would argue that helping them save face and protect their self-image is at least 85% of the battle”. Michael Reddington Top Five Tips For Obtaining Every Day Confessions In Your Business Conversations 1. Help people save face2. Allow others to feel in control3. Maintain an outcome focus4. Increase Contextual Awareness5. Ask Questions Based On Outcomes TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:30  The importance of allowing people to ask questions without feeling judged06:23 Giving conversational control can actually help maintain leadership control14:34 Environmental factors impact communication22:41 The importance of getting truth in stages Where to find Michael?Website                            https://michaelreddington.com/ LinkedIn                           https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelreddingtoncfi/  Michael Reddington Bio Michael Reddington is a Certified Forensic Interviewer, executive resource, President of InQuasive, Inc. and the author of The Disciplined Listening Method. As a Certified Forensic Interviewer, he achieved the highest professional designation available in the field ofinterview and interrogation. Michael spent over a decade training investigators around the world on the successful application of non-confrontational interview and interrogationtechniques, earning the Outstanding Contribution Award from Homeland Security along the way. Michael transitioned from educating investigators to educating executives after his research and experience unlocked two key realizations. First, the best leaders and interrogators capitalize on the same two core skills - vision and influence. Second, the cognitive processes that lead customers to commit to saying, "I'll buy it", employees to commit to saying "I'll do it" and suspects to commit to truthfully saying "I did it" are all nearly identical. These realizations drove Michael to develop the Disciplined Listening Method by integrating current business communication research and best practices with the most successful non-confrontational interview and interrogation techniques. The resulting educational content represents a new and in-depth approach to applying strategic, ethical observation and persuasion techniques across the spectrum of business conversations.Michael has been invited by companies, government agencies and executive groups to facilitate his programs across the United States, Canada, The United Kingdom, Ireland, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. He has led over 1,500 programs and educated over 15,000 participants from over 50 countries. He teaches participants to activate the truth in the areas of leadership communication, sales, negotiation, conflict resolution, customer service, candidate interviews, family  conversations and influential instruction. CEO's, executive teams, sales leaders, and Human Resources leaders all rely on Michael to teach them the skills, techniques and perspectives necessary to encourage people to share sensitive information, under vulnerable circumstances, and in the face of consequences...

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“Success equals value, the amount of value something has multiplied by leverage. And leverage is how you either magnify or multiply the value.” Mike Handcock Top Tips For Building  Any Business To A Global Business Level1.  Clarity2.  Market Understanding3.  Partnerships4.  Build a Killer Team5.  Plan Your Exit StrategyTIME STAMP SUMMARY01:26 Understanding the rules of the business07:10 Getting clear on what the marketplace wants14:02 Building strategic alliances and joint ventures16:35 Finding people who complement your skills Where to find Mike?Website                    https://www.mikehandcock.net/ LinkedIn                   https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikehandcock/  Mike Handcock Bio Mike Handcock is one in 36 speakers out of over 55,000 globally to be awarded the Certified Speaking Professional Global Designation.As New Zealand Speaker of the Year 2011,2014, 2017 and again in 2018 Mike is not unused to awards. His background is full of them. From speaking awards to three extraordinary lives nominations, and even a mention by President Bill Clinton for his philanthropic energies. Mike is not only the owner of five businesses in Media, Education, Licensing, Events and Investments. He is on the board of three charitable trusts. Mike has a deep sense of ancient wisdom having travelled to over 100 countries and studied with experts in the field of alternative archaeology and esoterics. He is the producer of the feature film ‘Dreamcatchers' (2010). Previously a high level corporate senior manager with an annual budget of $250M, and someone who has personally done business in 50 countries with Business Leaders, Mike has a superior sense of culture, global issues, trends, business and undercurrents, which enables him to craft his books and talks full of relevant, current insights combined with superior divine storytelling.Mike lives in Auckland New Zealand, Cape Town South Africa and Corfu Greece with the love of his life Landi Jac and their dog Simon the Scottish lord. He enjoys travel, new cultures, food, a variety of sports and good friends.

“Operating in the world of what really is possible. What do I really think I can achieve? But then, once he had set his mind on it, yes, this is something doable. This is something I firmly believe I can do, then obviously, unexpected obstacles always arise. But he refused to be defeated by one.” Talmage Boston Top Five Tips For World Leaders1. Integrity/credibility 2. Consensus building to effectuate successful diplomacy3. Principled pragmatism/recognition of necessity for compromise to make a deal 4. Magnanimity needed for the long haul – stay above the fray by not taking antagonistic bait 5. Make promises carefully  TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:06 Operating with integrity and truth is a core principle all leaders should have07:05 The current turmoil in the world leaders13:20  Often compromising is important21:40  Keep your promises but be careful when making them Where to find Talmage?Website                         www.talmageboston.com. LinkedIn                        https://www.linkedin.com/in/talmageboston/ Talmage Boston Bio Talmage Boston is a recognized figure among leading historians, with endorsements from David McCullough, Jon Meacham, and others. His diverse background as a lawyer and historian uniquely qualifies him to explore the intersection of history, leadership, and contemporary relevance. Talmage Boston has practiced law as a commercial trial and appellate litigator in Dallas, Texas since 1978. He is now a partner at Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton, LLP. He has been board certified in civil trial law since 1988, as well as board certified in civil appellate law since 1990, by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Talmage has been recognized in Texas Monthly as a “Texas Super Lawyer” in Business Litigation since inception in 2003. Talmage has successfully represented clients in state and federal court lawsuits and arbitrations involving oil and gas, real estate, banking, intellectual property and partnership disputes. During his 40-year career, he has successfully tried jury trials throughout Texas and prevailed in appellate courts across the state, including the Texas Supreme Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.A leader of both the State Bar of Texas and the Dallas Bar Association, Talmage has served as a State Bar of Texas director, as well as chair of the State Bar Litigation Section, Council of Chairs, and Annual Meeting planning committee. He has also served as the Dallas Bar Association advisory director and chair of the Dallas Bar's Business Litigation Section. For his service, he received Presidential Citations from State Bar of Texas presidents every year from 2005 to 2011 and 2018, and also from the Dallas Bar Association president in 2009.In addition to maintaining his full-time law practice, Talmage is the author of four books: (1) Cross-Examining History: A Lawyer Gets Answers From the Experts About Our Presidents (Bright Sky Press 2016, Foreword by Ken Burns); (2) Raising the Bar: The Crucial Role of the Lawyer in Society (TexasBarBooks 2012, Foreword by former U.S. Attorney General Dick Thornburgh); (3) Baseball and the Baby Boomer (Bright Sky Press 2009, Foreword by Frank Deford); (4) 1939: Baseball's Tipping Point (Bright Sky Press 2005, Foreword by John Grisham).

“Cool heads and warm hearts is a balance for rational thinking and compassion.”Rhonda Parker Taylor Top Five Tips To Embrace Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 1.      Pause Before You Proceed2.      Empathy Unlocks Clarity3.      Feel First, Act Wisely4.      Separate Signal from Noise5.      Decisions Rooted in ValuesTIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:34  Emphasizes pausing, empathy, feeling first, separating signals, and value-based decisions08:41  Explanation of empathy beyond "feeling sorry"11:36 Emphasis on understanding employee perspectives19:22 Discussion on maintaining organizational integrityWhere to find Rhonda?Website       https://rhondaparkertaylor.com/ LinkedIn      http://linkedin.com/in/rhondaparker1 Rhonda Parker Taylor Bio Rhonda Parker Taylor is an American writer, entrepreneur, and academic researcher. Born on October 18, 1964, in Noblesville, Indiana, she is the second youngest of five children to Anita and William Parker, founders of a steel manufacturing company. Rhonda's childhood was spent in the midst of cornfields and cows, attending Heritage Christian School in Indianapolis.After completing a fashion merchandising program at Bauder College in Arlington, Texas, Rhonda returned to Indiana, where she eventually found her passion for writing. Her debut novel, “Crossroads,” a suspenseful masterpiece, was released in February 2023. Endorsed by bestselling author J.J. Hebert and Golden Globe-nominated actress Mariel Hemingway, the novel has been hailed as a captivating crime thriller that keeps readers intrigued from start to finish. While pursuing her academic explorations, Rhonda attended the University of Phoenix for a doctoral program in business and earned an MBA and a bachelor's in science management from Indiana Wesleyan University. Rhonda's diverse writing spans from educational works to fiction, and she is well-known for her research on emotional intelligence. Her academic achievements extend to being a prominent leader presented at the United Nations Global Compact Committee.Beyond her writing, Rhonda has an extensive background in teaching and training, with a decade of experience in business, management, and leadership education. She has taught a wide range of business courses at various institutions, including the University of Indianapolis, Oakland City University, National College, and others. As an entrepreneur, Rhonda founded Intelligence Solutions, providing training, development, academic research, and business writing services. Prior to this, she served as Campus Director and Professor at National College and co-directed a small to midsize advertising agency named Partnership Plus Design Studio.Outside of her professional endeavors, Rhonda is an avid lover of nature, enjoying the outdoors, animals, birds, and mountains. She is a music enthusiast with an appreciation for various genres, and she loves cooking for others while exploring different foods and recipes. Reading and writing hold a special place in her heart, spanning from academic works to fiction and poetry. Traveling is one of Rhonda's passions, and she has extensively explored North America, as well as travelled abroad to various countries, including England, Scotland, Italy, Greece, and others.Overall, Rhonda Parker Taylor is a multi-talented individual who continues to inspire and impact others through her writing, academic achievements, and entrepreneurial ventures, all while embracing life's adventures with her husband and three dogs.

1. Planting is the most important pass we make with any of our equipment. Position the right seed, on the right acre, at the right rate, at the right depth, at the right time.2. Consider applying non-limiting nitrogen reference strips in every corn field.3. Scout for pests, and apply timely treatments.4. Monitor for misapplications and costly mistakes. (A tank contamination or mistake mix can cause bleaching, striping and other issues.)5. Trust but verify new products. There are so many products from biologicals to stabilizers, but it's really important to run tests and verify that the products work. Leave check strips, and verify ROI.During the conversation with hosts Carl Joern and Brian Shrader, Regg mentions a couple of Pioneer resources including a scouting calendar and a corn disease tracker: Corteva Corn Disease Tracker: https://www.corteva.us/press-releases/Pioneer-Launches-New-Mobile-Tool-to-Identify-Pests-Diseases-and-Deficiencies-in-Crops.htmlPioneer Scouting Calendar: https://www.pioneer.com/us/agronomy/scouting-calendar.html

“What you don't change, you choose.” Carol Kabaale Top Five Tips For Running Purpose Driven Facebook Ad Campaigns That Convert 1. Have a Tried and Tested Offer2. Craft Effective Messaging3. Define a Clear Campaign Purpose4. Manage Advertising Budgets Wisely5. Invest in Yourself TIME STAMP SUMMARY03:05 The importance of validating an offer05:14 How to create authentic, personal-sounding ads12:13 Realistic expectations for ad spending16:41 Carol's quiz and its purpose Where to find Carol?Website                              https://carolkabaale.com/about/                                                 https://carolkabaale.com/quiz LinkedIn                             https://za.linkedin.com/in/carolkabaale  Carol Kabaale Bio Carol Kabaale is a Facebook Ads and Marketing Strategist who helps female entrepreneurs simplify their marketing and grow their businesses through strategic, cost-effective Meta ad campaigns. With 8 years of experience working with small budgets, Carol specializes in helping entrepreneurs build authentic connections with their audience, generate leads, and achieve sustainable growth. Carol loves her Boston Terrier - Charlie & her husband Joel, a crisp Chardonnay and Pizza. In fact, all carbs are great!

“If all of our success is what happens right here, in the here and now, I feel like we're just going to miss out on what is to come, have hope through these challenging circumstances.”Link Forester Top Five Tips For Finding Joy and Purpose Through The Twists and Turns in Life1. Focus on Relationships2. Be a Steward not an Owner3. Have Absolutes4. Eternal World View5. Be quick to Forgive Yourself and Others TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:08 People find their identity in their careers or financial success06: 30 Positive mindset is important to maintain10:17 Forgiveness and moving on 11:20 The power of healing Where to find Link?Website                              https://linkforesterauthor.com/ Facebook                          https://www.facebook.com/link.forester.1                   Link Forester Bio Link Forester, an Atlanta native, graduated from Auburn University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science in Building Construction. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1992 after working in a sales role at IBM. Link is an avid golfer, a member of Perimeter Church, and he and Carla spend much of their free time on Lake Lanier with their 3 children, 2 daughter in laws, and 3 grandchildren. And of course, their dog, Bailey, and their cat, Boots, and plenty of good wine.

"You have to have a very disciplined approach to stakeholder management to actually to successfully sunset old features and deprecate them as part of a replatforming exercise.”Katie Tamblin Top Five Tips For Replacing Old Software1.  Define the vision up front and align the stakeholders around that vision2. Get the data right3. Design, execute, check what you are building every step of the way4. Get close to your colleagues and customers, fostering cross functional collaboration. 5. Sunset any out of date or unused features TIME STAMP SUMMARY03:20 Clarify expectations across stakeholders07:35 Importance of aligning multiple databases14:15 Engage stakeholders throughout the process16:09 Discipline in removing unnecessary legacy features Where to find Tamblin?Website                  https://www.katietamblin.com/ LinkedIn                 https://www.linkedin.com/in/katietamblin/  Katie Tamblin Bio Katie Tamblin is author of The Lean-Agile Dilemma: Product Management Inside a Chunky Corporate. She has deep experience managing data and software development, particularly in value chain ESG reporting and supply chain compliance. Katie is Chief Product Officer and Board Member at Alcumus, a market-leading business providing software-led risk management solutions for small and large businesses world-wide. Katie is also the founder of Ecodove, a knowledge sharing community focused on sustainable living.  Katie was previously Chief Product Officer at Achilles Group Limited, where her team was instrumental in developing Achilles' approach to measuring sustainability in supply chains and delivering Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rating systems for B2B supplier assurance.  Katie has previous experience in data analytics and economic forecasting, working for leading economic forecasting teams at IHS Markit (now part of S&P Global) and providing data services to Management Systems, Inc, on contract with USAID.  Katie holds a Master's of Public Policy (MPP) in International Development Policy and Environmental Policy from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Mathematical Economics from Wake Forest University.   

“We are the centre of our world, and that whatever we do, our world is going to reflect. So therefore, it my world, we need to look at our world and see how it is.” Jill Robin Payne Top Five Tips For Swiping Right On Connection In The Digital Age1.      Find fun and have a win-win mindset.2.      Timing and position are important in conversations.3.      Be aware of speed and language differences.4.      Recognize that you are always busy and prioritize self-care.5.      Practice self-reflection using the "map of reflection" to understand how your inner state reflects in your relationships. TIME STAMP SUMMARY02:19 Day to day fun is importance06:41 Taking a step back to gain a better perspective on the situation.10:09 The importance of being authentic and genuine in interactions.12:42 Understanding how your inner state reflects in your relationships. Where to find Jill?Website                             https://jillrobinpayne.com/ LinkedIn                            https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-robin-payne/  Jill Robin Payne BioJill Robin Payne, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, holds a Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy and a master's degree in clinical/counselling psychology. She is a seasoned social psychotherapist and a former adjunct professor of behaviour modification, holding dual licenses as a Licensed Professional Counsellor Supervisor and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counsellor, and is certified in EAGALA equine therapy. As a communication expert, Jill developed Bempathy®, a unique reciprocal communication approach that blends banter and empathy to foster authentic connections. A sought-after speaker and author, she shares insights on mental health and communication across national and local media platforms and is renowned for her transformative strategies that enhance relationship dynamics both personally and professionally.

“So if you pause and just get curious and say, Wait a minute, what's happening in my body? I'm feeling tense. I feel like I even want to fight like, maybe verbally. Some people might want to fight physically. But if you could pause in that moment and just notice what's happening and even ask yourself, like, who's like, what's happening here? Who's here.” Seth Kopald Top 5 Tips for Living a Self-Led Life 1. Realize that most of our emotions out our parts 2. Our parts invite parts in others3. When we are more Self-led others around us can too4. Pause when we are activated, and sense which part is here. 5. Speak for your parts, not from them.  TIME STAMP SUMMARY00:58  The concept of parts in internal family systems 06:34  Seth explains the difference between purposeful communication and agenda-driven communication, using examples of effective and ineffective sales interactions.12:04 The importance of being aware of parts and speaking respectfully to maintain smooth relationships.15:30 Speaking for your parts not from them  Where to find Seth?Website                            https://www.sethkopald.com/ LinkedIn                           https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethkopald  Seth Kopald BioSeth Kopald is a certified, level 3, Internal Family Systems (IFS) Practitioner. He holds a PhD in Organization Management with a Specialization in Leadership and a Masters in Education. Seth is an experienced IFS training Program Assistant for Levels 1, 2, and 3. He has also been on Dick Schwartz's staff for multiple retreats and Seth facilitates his own retreats and workshops. Seth is the author of the book Self-Led and his specialties include Self-led Parenting, Leadership, Parts Art, Spirituality, and creating spaces where people's parts feel safe and understood.

“You have value right now. They are valuable right now, not when they get a degree, not after they take a class. They are valuable right now. And it is building that confidence, that entrepreneurial confidence, to not wait for someone to tell you when you have value, you have value.” Glen Dunzweiler Top Five Tips For Students 1. Know that you have value. 2.  Know that you are good enough RIGHT now3.  Find the joy that you can give that people find valuable.4.  Focus on problem solving and adding value5.  Keep your head UP and work hard. TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:56 Building entrepreneurial confidence is crucial.04:09 Distinction between an employee mindset of waiting to be told your value versus an entrepreneurial mindset of identifying and communicating your own value.12:58 "Keep your head up and work hard" - looking for opportunities to scale passive income and build a team.0:15:47 Explanation of the conflict between "an honest day's pay for an honest day's work" and "work smarter, not harder." Where to find Glen?Website                           https://glendunzweiler.com/ LinkedIn                          https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-dunzweilergdp Glen Dunzweiler Bio Glen Dunzweiler is the creator of the documentary “yHomeless?” (on Amazon Prime) and the books Things I've Learned From The Homeless and A Degree in Homelessness? Entrepreneurial Skills for Students. He produces a vodcast titled “Difficult Questions with Glen Dunzweiler” (on YouTube, iTunes, and Spotify) and has won awards for producing and directing both a music video for the song “We Should Do This Again” by Ken Newman and his own animated film short “The Bag”.He taught in entertainment production at universities for 11 years (UNLV, UCR, and CSUSB) and then, in 2015, moved to LA to focus on business.He is currently developing the biopic titled “Deuce” and has a business as a video coach. Glen both makes ‘stuff' and he teaches people how to make ‘stuff'. He loves telling stories and runs a storytelling event in Los Angeles titled FRANK: Honest Stories. No Rules. His TEDX "Small Business Homeless" looks to inspire people to think differently about helping their communities and his mission is to grow people into spiritual, strategic, and financial wealth one story at a time.

“Now what scientists are beginning to think, is that consciousness out there in an ever-present quantum field that we interact with every day. We either pull information down for us to live and grow by, or we provide information up into the quantum cloud.” Toper Taylor Top Five Tips For Living In the Quantum Field1.  Everything and everyone is made of energy and particles 2.  We are all interconnected with each other 3.  Every thought we have is a burst of energy that has an impact 4.  Train your mind to think positively and receive positive energy 5.  Energy sent as a positive intention from one person to another can be profoundly impactful TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:46 Interconnected nature of energy, particles and consciousness dating back to the Big Bang07:37 The Impact of directed positive intentions13:01 The power and influence of positive versus negative mental states and energies24:39  Intentional focus to drive innovation and discovery Where to find Toper?Website                   www.mediadisrupted.comLinkedIn                  https://www.linkedin.com/in/topertaylor  Toper Taylor Bio Dr. Toper Taylor is a successful entrepreneur, strategist, curiositist, Emmy award winning producer, Doctor of Policy, Planning and Development, expert of intention and subtle energetic sciences, and a recently elected city councilman.  In his landmark dissertation, the Human Performance Intention Experiment, Dr. Taylor showed that sending positive intentions using a quantum field framework improved athletic performance for an NCAA Division I swim team.  There may be other exciting applications of intention, such as business innovation and health improvement.Dr. Taylor is an expert in media, entertainment, and consumer products. He is a pioneer of family and kids' educational entertainment, having produced over 15,000 episodes of television and won awards for his work with authors Marc Brown, Maurice Sendak, Tim Burton, and William Joyce.  The three companies Taylor ran, Nelvana Ltd., Cookie Jar Entertainment, and Network of One (renamed Spotter), have all exceeded $1 billion in valuation at one point in their life cycle.  He is an expert in strategy, operational execution, innovation, scaling businesses, and raising capital.Dr. Taylor has three degrees from the University of Southern California: BA in Communications, Master of Healthcare Administration, and Doctor of Policy, Planning, and Development.  He serves on the board of councilors for the USC Roski School of Fine Arts & Design, the USC Cinematic Arts alumni association, and is the recipient of the USC President's Volunteer Award.This November 5, Taylor became an elected member of the city council of Indian Wells, California

“When you have all these different orbs and these different layers, you have those of your team, and then you have those of just your outside team, which could include your suppliers, vendors and such, you know, a virtual assistant, whoever is providing you services that help you do your things that are similar to what your team is. And then outside of that is actually your competitors or your collaborators. And you know what? What I like to think about is actually you can think about your competitors as being a big threat, but if you could actually somehow get your ideas to think that using your competitors to be a collaborator actually would be more beneficial.” John Taylor McEntire Top Five Tips Revolutionizing Leadership To Empower Diverse, Innovative Teams1.      Building effective innovation ecosystems2.      Implementing cross-cultural leadership strategies3.      Fostering authentic and inclusive organizational cultures4.      Leveraging diversity for business growth5.      "Applying the S.Y.N.C. Method™ for organizational success"  TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:45 Importance of understanding interconnected layers of stakeholders06:39 Adaptability and empathy when managing teams with varied cultural backgrounds14:59 Inclusive hiring practices and creating an atmosphere for diverse voices20:00 Personal growth, authentic leadership and seamless integration of new skills Where to find John?Website                              https://mutualprosperity.com/ LinkedIn                             https://www.linkedin.com/in/johntaylormcentire  John Taylor McEntire Bio John Taylor McEntire is a global innovation ecosystem architect and the creator of the S.Y.N.C. Method™. With over three decades of experience spanning 40+ countries, John has been instrumental in shaping innovation landscapes from the U.S. Midwest to the Middle East. As the founder of Mutual Prosperity, he empowers organizations to achieve their full potential by designing highly effective innovation ecosystems that drive both economic and social impact. John's unique approach blends Eastern consensus-building strategies with Western innovation principles, honed through his diverse experiences living and working in the US, Japan, Taiwan, and Qatar. A bestselling author and certified success principles trainer, John brings a wealth of knowledge in cross-cultural leadership, technology transfer, and inclusive organizational culture. His expertise in building bridges between academia, industry, and government has resulted in over 300 technology licenses and the launch of numerous successful startups. Join us as John shares his top 5 strategies for syncing success in today's global innovation economy  

In this episode of the Mainly Moonology Podcast, Yasmin Boland dives into the waxing moon cycle and shares five essential ways to harness its energy for personal growth and manifesting. Learn how to focus on progress, build vitality, and embrace optimism as the moon's light grows brighter each night.Timestamps:02:30 – Understanding the Waxing Moon05:15 – Top Five Tips for the Waxing Moon09:47 – Astrology for the Week12:33 – Listener Question16:00 – Card of the WeekEpisode Highlights:Yasmin explains the waxing moon phase and how to align with its energy.Astrological insights for the week of December 8th, including opportunities for healing and romance.Listener question: Resolving confusion around rising signs in astrology.Oracle card reading of the week: "Moon Madness – Avoid Drama."A special announcement about Yasmin's upcoming workshop in Hobart, Tasmania, on December 14th.Resources Mentioned:moonmessages.com/freechart for free astrology chart creation.moonmessages.com/tassie25 for workshop details in Hobart.Connect with Yasmin:Website: YasminBoland.comSocial Media: @YasminBoland on Instagram and FacebookJoin the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––Mainly Moonology is a podcast for people looking to manifest their dream life leveraging the power of the moon. Tune in each week for accessible moon teachings, weekly readings, discussions about the Law of Attraction, and everything in between! Follow us for more.

“If you can structure what you say to match how the brain is going to naturally process it. Suddenly, understanding of that communication goes up, which is the goal of communication.”  Rich Carr Top Five Tips For Cognitive Influence in Communication 1.   Align with Brain Processing 2.  Create Psychological Safety 3.  Engaging multiple senses 4.  Keeping it simple (KISS Principle) 5.  Encouraging active application  TIME STAMP SUMMARY 02:15 The importance of structuring communication to match how the brain naturally processes information. 08:10 He emphasizes that being in a positive mood, such as happiness or joy, makes the brain more receptive to new information. 15:24 He explains that effective communication should focus on no more than two key points to ensure retention. 20:01 The importance of creating a collaborative environment where participants feel safe to share their thoughts and make sense of the information.  Where to find Rich? Website             https://www.braincentricdesign.com LinkedIn            https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrknowledge/  Rich Carr Bio Rich Carr stands at the forefront of redefining cognitive brain training, with a distinguished background in Mass Media and Mass Communications, military service, and notable contributions as Paul Allen's Director of Digital Media. As a prolific writer and sought-after speaker, Carr seamlessly integrates various communication channels to achieve unparalleled market engagement. Check Rich out at his website: https://www.braincentricdesign.com and get social with Rich on YouTube and Linkedin! 

In this episode of the Mainly Moonology Podcast, Yasmin Boland dives into the waxing moon cycle and shares five essential ways to harness its energy for personal growth and manifesting. Learn how to focus on progress, build vitality, and embrace optimism as the moon's light grows brighter each night.Timestamps:02:30 – Understanding the Waxing Moon05:15 – Top Five Tips for the Waxing Moon09:47 – Astrology for the Week12:33 – Listener Question16:00 – Card of the WeekEpisode Highlights:Yasmin explains the waxing moon phase and how to align with its energy.Astrological insights for the week of December 8th, including opportunities for healing and romance.Listener question: Resolving confusion around rising signs in astrology.Oracle card reading of the week: "Moon Madness – Avoid Drama."A special announcement about Yasmin's upcoming workshop in Hobart, Tasmania, on December 14th.Resources Mentioned:moonmessages.com/freechart for free astrology chart creation.moonmessages.com/tassie25 for workshop details in Hobart.Connect with Yasmin:Website: YasminBoland.comSocial Media: @YasminBoland on Instagram and FacebookJoin the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––Mainly Moonology is a podcast for people looking to manifest their dream life leveraging the power of the moon. Tune in each week for accessible moon teachings, weekly readings, discussions about the Law of Attraction, and everything in between! Follow us for more.

“The last thing that I'll say, and this is where I put a lot of pressure on myself as a founder, I put that same pressure on any founders listening, or if you sit in the sales or marketing seat, and it's this, you have to know, what are the pains and the barriers that your prospects are trying to overcome, what is it that they want to be educated on. And most importantly, what is it that you can teach? What is it that your audience wants to learn from you, and anyone, especially that's in B to B, if you can crack that nut, you can be really, really successful on LinkedIn.” Colin Hirdman Top Five Tips For Growing Your Network, Leads And Sales Through LinkedIn1.   Adopt the right philosophy 2.  Build the right audiences 3.  Activate your audience 4.  Implement a drip message campaign 5.  Leverage LinkedIn live streams TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:28 Being authentic and genuine, having an educational mindset, and being willing to experiment06:39 Generating organic content on LinkedIn is extremely important11:32 Connections on LinkedIn, the benefits of mutuals and when to cancel a connection request16:10 LinkedIn live streams are an important tool for continuing the relationships  Where to find Colin?Website               https://www.rainmakergrows.com/ LinkedIn               www.linkedin.com/in/colinhirdman  Colin Hirdman Bio Since starting my first company a week after graduating from college, I realized I have a passion for creativity, new ideas and the challenge that start-ups provide. Currently focused on Rainmaker (https://rainmakergrows.com) and helping founders, sales executives, business coaches, etc. grow their network, leads, and sales through LinkedIn.I also volunteer and sit on the board of the MN Blockchain Initiative(https://www.mnblockchain.org/).

“Good innovation happens iteratively, not with a splash and bang.”Nick Jain Top Five Tips For Innovating In Large Organizations1.      Focus on running small experiments and collecting data2.      Ensure your innovation efforts align with your organization's objectives3.      Create cross-functional teams4.      Create a culture and incentive structure that encourages innovation5.      Provide the right tools and technology to enable innovation. TIME STAMP SUMMARY02:18 Importance of a good approach vs a big risky initiative 06:26 Innovative efforts linked to the company's core priorities and goals11:53 The 4G Framework of Incentives1640: Providing the right tools and technology is a crucial part in innovation Where to find Nick Website                          https://ideascale.com/ LinkedIn                         https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjain/  Nick Jain Bio Nick Jain is the CEO of IdeaScale, the world's largest innovation SaaS company. Known for his commitment to high-quality products, he has dramatically reduced software bugs and boosted customer satisfaction.Nick's journey is one of resilience. Raised in India by a single grandmother, he excelled academically, graduating at the top of his class at Harvard Business School and summa cum laude from Dartmouth with a triple major in math, physics, and economics. His career includes leading companies in trucking, men's fashion and software, as well as working at top investment firms like Bain Capital.An evangelist for AI adoption, Nick championed the use of large language models at IdeaScale well before the AI hype cycle began. He pushed for generative AI technologies to be adopted by sales, product designers, and even software engineers, well before such adoption became mainstream.Outside of work, Nick enjoys poker, running, listening to battle rap, and traveling. He's also an avid reader, currently tackling “Moby Dick” and the fantasy novel “Lyorn.”

“To discipline yourself is to manage yourself, and you only manage that which you don't trust. If you've ever been managed in a workplace scenario, you've made a mistake in the past, oversight has come down hard on you and gone look, based on your past performance, we can't give you as much rope as we did before, so what we're going to do is restrict you, and we're going to get productivity out of you by managing you. And if you've ever had that happen, you kind of understand it, but it is always unfair and it is always a misunderstanding.”Jaemin Frazer Top Five Tips For Upgrading From Self-discipline to self-permission 1. Accept that self-discipline is to manage yourself from a place of mistrust2. Learn how to rebuild trust with yourself3. Deal with your neediness4. Review all the games you are involved in5. Create winning avatars for each game you want to winTIME STAMP SUMMARY03:30 How self-discipline is often rooted in a fundamental mistrust of ourselves08:00 Examining past mistakes and misunderstandings is key to mending this vital relationship.15:00 Transformative power of internalizing validation and approval23:00 Channelling into an avatar allows you to know your purpose Where to find Jaemin?Website                           https://jaeminfrazer.com/ LinkedIn                          https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaeminfrazer  Jaemin Frazer BioJaemin is an award-winning life coach and author. He is the founder of The Insecurity Project and specializes in helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and business owners eradicate insecurity so they can show up to life unhindered by doubt, fear, and self-limiting beliefs. He is widely recognized as one of Australia's best personal development coaches and a leading voice globally on the subject of personal insecurity.Jaemin's books include: ·  Unhindered - The Seven Essential Practices for Overcoming Insecurity, ·  Elegantly Simple Solutions to Complex People Problems, ·  Leverage – How to change the people you love for all the right reasons and get the relationships you deserve, and The One Minute Coach, based on the popular ‘One-minute coach' radio segment heard by over 750,000 listeners daily. And the brand new “The Self-Permission Method. How to succeed in life without using self-discipline” Jaemin is a dynamic speaker who skilfully blends a lifetime of experience in leadership and coaching with his passion for human behavioural science and peak performance. His pragmatic and direct approach to vulnerable subjects about mental health and wellbeing are a breath of fresh air and his work is known for producing lasting results.   With over 15,000 coaching hours under his belt, he is able to draw from a deep and rich source of lived experience, helping ambitious people improve the quality of their life in the areas that matter most. -- 

“The key is finding ways that collaboration can benefit all parties and lead to greater sustainability impact than any one organization could achieve alone.“  The Top 5 Tips for Embedding Sustainability in Your Business Strategy1. Confidence 2. Commitment 3. Consistency 4. Courage5. Collaboration TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:07  Understanding the global issues that affect sustainability.06:39  Why maintaining frameworks is a major key.13:25  Taking accountability for your role in the damage.18:00  Community is important in achieving sustainability.  Where to find Lee?Website                        https://www.leestewart.com.au/ LinkedIn                       https://www.linkedin.com/in/leestewart/  Lee Stewart Bio I am one of the very few sustainability consultants who has over 20 years' experience including working for billion-dollar multinational companies. I am now on a mission to help others and support businesses to become a force for good whilst also being profitable. Below is my book preface on "Why I Wrote How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy." Many individuals can go through their entire professional career without discovering their true purpose. After years of working, they may reflect on their accomplishments and question if it was all worthwhile. Did their work solely focus on increasing profits for their company by selling more products or services? What if they had found a way to leverage their expertise and knowledge to benefit society and the environment earlier in their career? By understanding your "why", you can harness a powerful tool that keeps you motivated and on track during challenging times. Personally, I have spent years refining my purpose, and it ultimately comes down to having a greater sense of meaning in my work. My purpose is twofold: to provide financial security for my family and to make a positive impact on the world. Despite many moments of doubt and uncertainty, where I questioned if my work was just greenwashing or focused on profits over sustainability, I have consistently strived to improve sustainability outcomes in every role I have held. Over time, my "why" has evolved, and now, as a father of three, I am more determined than ever to make a difference in the world. Understanding the bigger picture and the role I can play in creating a better future is a powerful driver that keeps me focused and motivated to succeed. Drawing from my own journey through the trials and triumphs of global corporate roles, this book, How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy, is born from the bruises, frustrations, and burnout. It's more than a guidebook. It's my obsession to help individuals seek deeper meaning in their careers and to enlighten businesses on the practical steps to seize the sustainability opportunity of our time.

“You can love somebody without having to live with them.” Evelyn Leite Top Five Tips For Strengthening Your Family Relationships 1. Recognizing the importance of respect and dignity. 2. Acknowledging issues, feelings and attitudes 3. Unconditional love and the perimeters around it. 4. Traditions and rituals 5. Frustration vs. Hostility and the way to empathize  TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:02 The critical importance of preserving mutual respect and dignity 03:50 Highlighting empathy's crucial role in facilitating family communication and understanding. 13:24 The impact of generational belief systems and the need to maintain a constructive, open-minded approach within the family. 16:20 Keep doing your best, and set an example  Where to find Evelyn? Website                       https://evelynleite.com/ Facebook                   https://www.facebook.com/LivingWithSolutions  Evelyn Leite Bio Evelyn Leite, MHR, LPC, is an author and speaker who shares her heart-wrenching, real-life experiences with humour. She loves to relate funny stories, paired with memories about family addictions and mental health, to lead women to Jesus. She is highly regarded for her expert knowledge in healing trauma, understanding relationship dynamics, improving communication, and overcoming addictions. She uses her more than 35 years of professional experience as a relationships and addiction therapist to bring truth, redemption, love, acceptance, and hope to any story. 

“If you're solely dependent on Google organic search, then you're going to be missing out in the next couple of years.” Barb Davis Top Five Tips for SEO1. Refresh old blog content2. Optimize/use free Google Business Listing3. Expand your digital footprint4. Optimize page titles and descriptions5. Use Google Search Console to find opportunities TIME STAMP SUMARRY 01:05  Rearrange your website, but avoid changing the URL05:50 The perks of Google Business Listing 10:25  Content forward backlinking 16:30  Using Google Search Console Where to find Barb?Website                           https://compassdigitalstrategies.com LinkedIn                          https://www.linkedin.com/in/barb-davids/  Barb Davis Bio Barb Davids, founder of Compass Digital Strategies, has over 25 years of experience in digital marketing. She's helped ambitious business owners achieve 256% more organic traffic and 51% more sales. When not working, Barb enjoys running with her dog, Stone.  

 “We've got to set expectations with the employee. And when we say a word like expectations in that way, it feels like, Oh, we've got to be the school principal. We've got to tell you the rules, because if you don't follow the rules that I'm going to reprimand you. So, people don't really like when they say, Oh, you've got to set expectations. But really, all it is communicating how you want the person to operate. How do you want this deliverable? How do you want them to be?”  Cecilia Gorman Top Five Tips For Giving Feedback 1.  Consistent, Productive One-on-Ones 2. Setting Expectations with Employees 3. Understanding the Receivers of Feedback 4. Putting the Topic in the Ring 5. Preparing for Feedback Conversations  TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:13 Importance of one-on-one for building trust and rapport 04:22 Determining when to document expectations vs keeping them verbal 10:18 Enabling open discussion of issues and feedback 15:20 Preparation is key  Where to find Cecilia Website                          https://ceciliagorman.com/ LinkedIn                         https://www.linkedin.com/in/ceciliagorman  Cecilia Gorman Bio Cecilia Gorman is an advertising industry veteran, spending the bulk of her career at Y&R Advertising where she was VP, Creative Services. She led In-house Creative Operations at Oakley and was head of HR and Training as VP, Organizational Leadership at Innocean USA, the agency of record for Hyundai Motor America. She owns Creative Talent Partners, a training consultancy focused on new and struggling managers and the teams they lead. She co-founded a female-focused training program, Empowership, and is the creator of Manager Boot Camp, a 4-module digital course for managers of all levels. It's been her mission to inspire, educate, and motivate managers toward their greatest potential. Past clients include Sempra Energy, San Diego Gas & Electric, Texas Christian University, Easterseals, GGallaudet Univeristy, American Business Bank, and ASICS. 

"When it comes to securing public funds to elevate your business to the next level, a lot of people really don't understand what being strategic means at all. And so, one of the pitfalls we see with people who are unsuccessful with grants is that they were never really a good fit for that grant to start with, or they weren't ready. They didn't have their evidence in place. They started writing the grant a couple of days before it was due. So, we say you really want to be strategic.”  Kim Yabsley Top Five Tips For Using Grants As A Growth Strategy For Your Business1.      Develop a strategic approach to grants2.      Be Grant – Ready3.      Stay Informed and proactive4.      Craft a compelling grant application5.      Be flexible and Persistent  TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:19 You have to be ready for the application06:10 Knowing the difference between the types of available grants11:03 The importance of a unique pitch13:50 Adapting is extremely important Where to find Kim?Website                     https://www.stratcomm.com.au/ LinkedIn                    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-yabsley-29a64311/  Kim Yabsley Bio Kim Yabsley is a renowned Funding Acquisition Specialist with a rich history in writing strategy and submissions for the government environment. With experience in both public and private sectors, she has worked as a communication specialist. An international author and speaker, Kim's expertise extends to supporting small to medium businesses in various areas, including recovery from natural disasters, commercialising innovation, providing strategic advisory services, securing public funding, and scaling businesses. As the go-to girl for understanding how to find, submit and win grants, Kim's unique approach helps businesses shape their strategy to secure grant funding, enabling growth.

“You can put together the best spreadsheet that details the best financial projections, but if you don't have any idea how to get those numbers on that spreadsheet, then you're already behind.”  The Top 5 Tips for Building a Sustainable Business1. Invest in Yourself2. Develop a Plan3. Execute the Plan4. Pay Attention to the Dollars and Cents5. Never Stop Learning. TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:44  The importance of investing in oneself to build a sustainable business.06:05  Being adaptable and modifying the plan feedback and market demands.11:20  Keep track of where the money is going14:34  Staying updated with new knowledge and technologies  Where to find JulieWebsite                            http://www.juliecroppgareleck.comLinkedIn                           https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliecroppgareleck/ Julie Cropp Gareleck BioJulie Cropp Gareleck, CEO, Author, and Entrepreneur, is a well-respected leader in business communities that extends from the US, to Canada, and the United Kingdom.  In her 25 years of experience, Julie has consulted with more than 1000 companies, including startups, midsize, and Fortune 1000 companies, to build sustainable, revenue generating strategies. In 2009, she founded Junction Creative, an award-winning strategic marketing agency, combining the intellectual capital of a business consulting firm with the creative execution of an advertising agency.  As the author of Dare to Become, From the Corner Booth to the Corner Office, Julie shares the right blend of personal anecdotes and professional advice makes it a valuable read for those looking to gain insights into the entrepreneurial journey and the importance of resilience in achieving success. 

"If you go to AI and ask AI to help you write a subject matter for PR, you're going to get the same 97% of releases that don't work because AI's been trained on the whole body of press releases out there.”  Mickie Kennedy Top Five Tips For Press Release Success1.    What is a press release and how do they work?2.   What are tips for writing a winning press release3.   Why do so many press releases fail?4.   How do you measure press releases performance?5.   Describe how an offline company used media pickup to convert more sales while raising prices TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:09  Knowing what to focus on07:41   Creating a Compelling Story13:53   Avoiding Generic Content20:49   Refining Your PR Approach Where to find Mickie?Website                         http://www.ereleases.com LinkedIn                        https://www.linkedin.com/in/publicity  Mickie Kennedy Bio Mickie Kennedy created eReleases over 25 years ago to provide small businesses with access to the media and a national newswire—all with a personal touch. eReleases helps small businesses, startups, and authors gain website traffic and attract better quality customers through media coverage. The company excels in writing and distributing press releases to journalists, trade publications, and key industry influencers, thereby increasing visibility and credibility, and driving more revenue from dream clients. Mickie lives in Baltimore County with his family and two feuding cats, enjoys British science fiction, and admits to an unhealthy addiction to diet soda. He holds an MFA in Creative Writing with an emphasis in Poetry from George Mason University and continues to write poetry most Monday nights with a virtual group of fellow misfits from around Brunswick, Maryland. As a dynamic entrepreneur and poet, Mickie has seamlessly blended his creative and business skills to build eReleases into a leading press release distribution platform. With over 25 years of experience in public relations and marketing, Mickie has significantly impacted small businesses, authors, and startups by securing remarkable media coverage. His journey exemplifies the power of resilience, innovation, and mindfulness in business, demonstrating how one can successfully merge creativity with entrepreneurial acumen to achieve sustained success.

Do you feel self-conscious in social situations? Are you often afraid that others are judging you? Do everyday interactions cause you significant anxiety or embarrassment? And has this fear gotten in the way of living your life? If you have social anxiety, you might feel hopeless that things will ever change, but you're wrong. Social anxiety is treatable and today you'll learn my top five tips for creating a more relaxed and connected life.____________________________Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/how-to-overcome-social-anxiety-my-top-five-tips-for-creating-a-more-relaxed-and-connected-life Download my FREE Grounding Exercises: https://abbymedcalf.com/grounding Learn how to create and hold healthy, loving boundaries. Buy my newest book on Amazon, Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Ease and Joy https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book____________________________ Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast and https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you'll find past episodes. Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com For more quick tips, subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube Ready to dig deeper? Take one of my online courses (some are FREE!) or grab a workbook: https://abbymedcalf.com/shop A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop Say hello on social:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbymedcalfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthrivingLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthrivingYouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The best form of therapy is to create a life you love”Christopher Duncan Top Five Tips For Recoding Your Subconscious 1.  The reason why personal development or therapy doesn't work for most (and what to do instead).2. The billionaire secret that helped me build 2 8figure businesses.3. The 5-step superconscious creator code.4. How to shift from employee to entrepreneur thinking.5. How to Harness Flywheel Loops and the Matthew Effect. TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:59   The potential drawbacks of self-improvement and the importance of self-acceptance06:54   Reframing success as a matter of structure rather than personality09:01   A five-step approach to aligning your subconscious with your goals11:45   The mindset shift required to transition from employee to entrepreneur15:16   Leveraging reinforcing patterns and the compounding effect of small victories Where to find Christopher?Website                https://tr.ee/Fq6MuepEAu LinkedIn               https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophermduncan/ Linktree                https://linktr.ee/chrismduncan                                    Free resources can be found hereChristopher Duncan Bio Chris Duncan has been changing the world using the Superconscious Recode since 2019.He has built multiple 8 figure companies and is the New York Times best-selling author of the book “You're Not Broken.” He is the founder of Conscious Education Company, the Magnetic Mind Method and The Digital Marketing School which he sold in early 2023.In 2019 Chris was featured in the movie “We Rise Up” alongside Tony Robbins, the 14th Dalai Lama, and Richard Branson. In that same year, he launched the “Rapid Recode” which went on to generate millions in profit and win his first Click Funnels 2 Comma Club Award. Since that first award, he now has a collection of Click Funnel awards consisting of 3 “Two Comma Club” awards and a Two Comma Club “X” Award (a funnel generating 8 figures).Chris is well respected and renowned as a public speaker and coach, having instructed hundreds of thousands of people on the Magnetic Mind Method and using the Superconscious to turn their dreams into reality.His genius is consolidating the wisdom of neuroscience, alchemy, and creation technology into a simple easy-to-use process that has impacted millions through Magnetic Mind.

“Augment human intelligence with artificial intelligence by using it to deal with your weaknesses rather than your strengths.”Ronsley Vaz Top Five Tips For Ethically Integrating AI To Grow Your Business1.  Augment human intelligence with AI by using it to deal with your weaknesses           rather than your strengths.2.  Understand AI as a silicon-based intelligence that requires data and power and leverage it to augment your capabilities.3.  Learn to communicate effectively with AI by providing context, inputs, and processes to get better outputs.4.  Don't buy into "super prompts" or generic prompt packs; instead, focus on iterative improvement of your own prompts.5.  Lean on indigenous wisdom and algorithms that have existed in nature for ages to inform AI development and usage. TIME STAMP SUMMARY 02:31    The actual benefit of AI, focus on your weaknesses06:38   Using AI doesn't make you better, it makes you more efficient11:10     The AI Process20:21    AI is the future Where to find Ronsley?Website                     https://ronsleyvaz.com/ LinkedIn                    https://au.linkedin.com/in/ronsley  Ronsley Vaz Bio Ronsley is a computer scientist, software engineer, author, TED speaker, serial entrepreneur, and podcaster. He is also the executive producer and host of multiple top-rated podcasts, including current titles Amplify Ai (formerly My AI Love Affair), We Are Podcast, and older titles Should I Start A Podcast, The Psychology of Entrepreneurship, and Bond Appetit.He has been downloaded and listened to more than 5.1 million times across 133 countries. His TEDx Talk, “The Perfect Recipe for a Deep Conversation”, was made a TED talk and can be found on the official TED.com website.Ronsley is 11 years into making podcasts and runs an award-winning podcast agency We Are Podcast, which has helped entertainers, government leaders, athletes and businesses raise their voice through podcasting, while positioning their message to stand out in a crowded market place.Rounding out his entrepreneurial experience, Ronsley has two Masters' degrees (one in Business Administration and the other in Software Engineering) with an Engineering Bachelors' in Computer Science, has rock-climbed in four continents, and has interviewed more than 1,500 people for his podcasts. As a qualified chef, he loves nothing more than sharing a meal with deep thinkers discussing how to make the world a better place. Ronsley believes that there has never been a better time to use your voice, speak your truth, and make sure the right people hear you — especially if you have a business that you believe in.

“If you don't understand it, don't do it. Because there is no such thing as get rich quick. I've tried, been down all those roads... Just be wise, and know the area that you're stepping into before you start.” Zach Oehlman Top Five Tips For Mastering Finance and Building Wealth1. Understanding Financial Statements2. Effective Budgeting and Cash Flow Management 3. Strategic Tax Planning 4. Smart Debt Management 5. Building and Diversifying Investment Portfolios  TIME STAMP SUMMARY 02:25 A lot of business owners do not understand financial statements06:25 The importance of proper budgeting 13:00 The effects of leverage18:15 The importance of interpreting financial statements Where to find Zach?Website              https://learnandgrowrich.net/ LinkedIn             https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachoehlman  Bio Zach OehlmanBorn amidst the sprawling fields of Indiana, Zach Oehlman grew up with the earth beneath his feet and a sky-sized canvas of ambitions. From these humble beginnings on a farm, Zach harbored dreams of traversing the globe, uplifting lives, and achieving prosperity through the power of business.With a keen eye for value and a talent for seeing potential where others saw none, Zach excelled as a valuation consultant, where his expertise spanned from assessing public companies to the intricate valuation of illiquid, non-marketable assets. His unique skill set became the cornerstone of a thriving real estate investing community and a business ecosystem dedicated to the lifecycle of entrepreneurship: starting, scaling, and selling ventures, then reinvesting the gains into real estate to create lasting wealth.Over the past four years, Zach's quest for knowledge and impact has taken him to over 24 countries, not just as a traveller but as a global citizen fostering organizations that empower individuals in various facets of life. He stands by the conviction that business acumen is a catalyst for joy and prosperity worldwide. By teaching the art of commerce and financial literacy, Zach believes we can ignite a global transformation, equipping people with the means to sustain themselves.An aficionado of human behaviour, personal development, and theoretical concepts, Zach delights in weaving these elements into the fabric of business success. His insights are not merely academic; they are life lessons gleaned from a journey that began on an Indiana farm and has since embraced the world.Zach spends his time riding his motorcycles around the world while he and his wife run their businesses online. He has plans of creating private resorts around the world that incorporate permaculture, business, and natural healing remedies to help people overcome health challenges and live an empowered life.

In this episode, we explore our shelves of shame, getting three games to the table that had sat unopened for ages. We break down roll-and-build Era: Medieval Age, The Lord of the Rings Complete Trilogy Adventure Game and visual puzzler/hidden traitor Obscurio.  12:51 - Era: Medieval Age 44:34 - Lord of the Rings The Complete Trilogy The Adventure Game 1:03:48 - Tom Awesome's Top Five Tips for Games at Higher Player Counts 1:31:53 - Obscurio Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health. Thank you for listening! Please support OiO on Patreon. Contributions start at $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on facebook or email the show. Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. 

“The problem as you can probably see, though, what if you're practising fear? What if you're practising anxiety? You're then wiring that into your brain into your nervous system again, that's why tip number one, what is strongest within your mind is what you do over and over again, what you practice, you get better at.” Craig Meriwether Top Five Tips For Overcoming Fear and Anxiety 1.   What is strongest in your mind is what you do over and over again. 2.  It doesn't take months and years to change your mindset 3.  Just by sitting in a comfortable place, closing your eyes, and pretending you are the person you want to become you can literally rewire your brain4.  Doing mental practice in the morning refocuses the reticular activating system to prioritize positive emotions and thoughts for the day. 5.  Break rumination about past events or future fears by practicing mindfulness techniques TIME STAMP SUMMARY02: 15   What is strongest within your mind 10:45   Rewiring your brain17:53   Starting in the morning 28:00   The difference between dreams and reality Where to find Craig?Website              http://aceanytest.com/ LinkedIn             https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-meriwether-44286718b  Craig Meriwether Bio Craig is a clinical hypnotherapist and mindset coach helping people eliminate negative emotions and trauma so they can heal and reach their full potential. Craig has created Ace Any Test, the most comprehensive online training course for test anxiety relief so people can end their fear and anxiety around exams, auditions, job interviews and public speaking, as well as increase confidence and self-esteem.Craig is a mindset coach and clinical hypnotherapist helping people eliminate negative emotions and trauma so they can reach their full potential.Craig has created Ace Any Test, the most comprehensive course for test anxiety relief so people can eliminate anxiety around exams, auditions, job interviews and public speaking, as well as increase confidence and self-esteem.Craig is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Medical Hypnosis Specialist, Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) specialist, and Founder of Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy helping people eliminate the negative emotions and limiting beliefs that may be keeping them from reaching their full potential.For over 12 years, Craig has been helping people heal from early childhood trauma, helping cancer patients with pain control, veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, students with test anxiety, entrepreneurs with confidence, athletes with peak performance, and anyone who may be dealing with overwhelm, fear and anxiety.

“We're essentially just replacing the form of which they're getting a lift or a boost, and we're not allowing that lift or boost to be so high that then it crashes.”Anthony David Hartcher Top Five Tips For Breaking Addictions1.          Live by your values 2.          Seek to understand what is driving your addictive behaviour3.          What are more resourceful ways you can achieve the desired outcome4.          Understanding how the addictive behaviour is not serving your values5.         Understanding how the more resourceful way is better serving your values TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:32 What are your values saying about you? 05:30 The affects of dopamine on our behaviour13:20 Finding new forms of help20:45 Looking at the bigger picture Where to find Anthony? Website             http://www.meandmywellness.com.au/ LinkedIn             https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-hartcher  Free Resources can be found on Anthony's site. Please feel free to reach out directly to him mailto:anthony@meandmywellness.com.auBio Anthony David HartcherMeet Anthony Hartcher, a dynamic international speaker and a trusted authority in the realm of Holistic Health consulting, mental health advisory, clinical nutrition, and holistic health podcasting. With his comprehensive knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, Anthony has been transforming lives across the globe.His expertise spans a broad spectrum, from sleep and mental health to nutrition and lifestyle medicine. As a holistic health consultant, he doesn't just advise; he revolutionizes habits, empowering individuals to achieve superior health and overall well-being.Anthony's academic credentials are equally impressive. He holds three bachelor's degrees in nutrition, Complementary Medicine, and Chemical Engineering, each completed with distinction or honours. His academic prowess earned him the University Medal for academic excellence from Endeavour College of Natural Health and recognition as the most highly commended Student of the Year by The Australian Traditional Medicine Society.But what truly sets Anthony apart is his personal journey and commitment to mental health advocacy. Sparked by a personal tragedy at the age of eighteen, Anthony has dedicated his life to supporting community mental health initiatives. His podcast, 'me&my health up', serves as a platform for mental and holistic health education, reaching listeners worldwide.Despite his professional and academic accomplishments, Anthony cherishes his family. His weekends are spent making memories with his wife Adriana and their two children, Sofia and Ollie, on family adventures.Anthony's wellness sessions have been lauded by clients such as BCA Certifiers Australia Pty Ltd and WeWork. His ability to tailor sessions to meet specific needs has made him a sought-after speaker in the corporate world, with clients including JP Morgan, Dulux, Amazon, and more.

“I want to create a business that people want to work at. That's my first way of getting around the people shortage.”Richard Walsh Top Five Tips For Escaping The Owner Prison 1.  Understand what the owner prison is and how entrepreneurs get trapped in the repetitive 2-year cycle.2.  Automate, delegate, and eliminate tasks to free up time and scale the business. 3.  Overcome the need to do everything by quantifying time spent on tasks and showing others who can do them better. 4.  Develop a strategic vision to give the business and employees a clear long-term purpose to work towards.5.  Consider an exit strategy from the start and use it to filter opportunities and stay focused on the end goal.TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:20 Recognize repetitive business cycles04:48  Free up time through automation, delegation and removal of tasks07:14 Break need to do all tasks by tracking time spent12:57 Create long-term vision to guide business 15:58 Plan exit from beginning to stay on trackWhere to find Richard? Website             https://sharpenthespearcoaching.com/ LinkedIn             https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-walsh-866ab237  Richard Walsh Bio Richard is a 30-year seasoned entrepreneur. He's the best-selling author of Escape the Owner Prison, the contractor's new way to scale, regain control, and fast-track growth while loving life. A speaker and podcast host, he's a husband and father of six children, a US Marine, champion boxer, black belt, and an internationally recognized steel sculptor.His expertise lies in combining both the strategic and the tactical. He's able to deliver immediate, problem-solving results (tactical), along with strategic, long-term implementation of systemization and scalability. With over 30 years in business himself, Richard has embraced time compression, sharing the secrets and strategies that bring rapid and lasting results to the companies he works with.After 20 years in business and at the top of my game '08/09 hit and I lost everything. At this same time, I had a wife and six children under the age of four. As a Marine, champion boxer and black belt I'm not a fan of losing, so I had to do the hard work of determining why I failed so catastrophically. I connected all the dots (and there were a lot of them) and started to rebuild and regain success. At this same time business owners are trapped in the Owner Prison where they serve their business instead of it serving them. I show them how to Escape the Owner Prison. other entrepreneurs were watching and asking me how I did it. Next thing you know I'm helping them create their business to not only withstand hardship but begin to thrive and create a life with balance in the five most important areas of life - Faith, Family, Finances, Fitness and Friendships. I even wrote a best-selling book called Escape the Owner Prison where I detailed my story and how they can escape themselves. I learned that if I could help business owners understand the power that business ownership has, that it will not only balance their life, but it can do the same for those under their employment. That in turn transfers to their families which then influences the communities they live in. Now, do this with 10,000 Small businesses and we have the opportunity to alter the lives of millions of people for the better...

“First, you decide that it has to be there somewhere. And then you keep looking for it until you find it. And when I started doing this, when most people start doing this, I tell them, when you get up in the morning, say you're going to find one thing, one person one event, one experience  that you can say, hey, that was pretty good. And then build up to two and three and five. If you do it on a daily basis, or even on a semi regular basis, eventually, you're going to build up those resiliency muscles.” Maxwell Ivey Top Five Tips For Thriving As A Sole Entrepreneur Online1.      Inter-dependence 2.      Self determination 3.      Determined positivity 4.      Storytelling, 5.      Overcoming adversity through action or just keep moving  TIME STAMP SUMMARY 02:43 Community is crucial for entrepreneurs 09:35 Acknowledging invisible disabilities 18:02 The importance of telling your story 25: 14 Adjusting through difficult times  Where to find Maxwell?Website             https://www.theaccessibilityadvantage.com/ LinkedIn             https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxwellivey  Maxwell Ivey Bio Maxwell Ivey is a blind serial online entrepreneur with over 15 years' experience. He is here to educate your audience about the need for accessible inclusive online content in a nonthreatening way that helps them overcome the fear and or overwhelm surrounding making their businesses more inclusive. Maxwell offers advice about making products, services, and content more accessible to people with disabilities. More importantly he explains the compelling why's behind the need for accessibility and inclusion Spoiler alert his emphasis is on education, communication, & collaboration rather than compliance, legal threats, or shame. He also believes in emphasizing that becoming more inclusive is just like addressing any other issue in your business. He hopes to help your listeners discover that it is progress over perfect and sincere effort over arbitrary rules. He also has advice for bloggers, podcasters, and live streamers on growing their audience by making their show more inclusive. And he can do all this while sharing funny inspiring stories from his past working as a carnival owner, amusement equipment broker, life goals coach, digital media publicist, and now accessibility advisor. Maxwell will even teach some of his lessons using examples from his experiences as a blind author, speaker, traveller, singer, song writer, and podcast host. He is in the process of launching a new podcast called The Accessibility Advantage where he will interview business owners who have embraced accessibility and inclusion to their benefit. The podcast will also feature short accessibility tutorials and website reviews of sites or apps belonging to his clients. So, stay tuned for that. If you have any questions about anything in his profile, please just ask. Maxwell learned a long time ago that it's easier to answer awkward questions than make people guess. 

“ I think it's about getting clear on what your method of problem solving is. And if somebody doesn't have that, if they're not exactly sure why or how they did something, that's an easy no for you. And those people who understand from their mistakes, who can talk you through their logic, their thought process, what the algorithm they have programmed between their ears that lets people more self-aware enough and are able to get and give more feedback, we're open for more coaching and more support, and can be trusted to be left alone, not only to do the job that needs to be done, but to suss out, find and eliminate problems that you as a manager maybe didn't even know existed.”  Kolby Goodman Top Five Tips For Hiring The Best (And Most Impactful) Person For Your Team1.         Shift from skills to problem-solving2.         Clearly communicate those problems3.         Seek for understanding of actions not just knowledge4.         Dig deeper in the interview!5.         Get them excited about the challenges ahead TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:19   Problem-solving is a key trait 06:02   Problems lead to proactive minded and action-oriented people14:10   Getting real in the interview16:40   The benefits of a good hire Where to find Kolby?Website             https://www.kolbygoodman.com/consulting LinkedIn             https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolbygoodman Kolby Goodman Bio Kolby, a seasoned hiring consultant, specializes in guiding highly educated professionals—doctors, dentists, attorneys, and more—toward hiring impactful problem solvers. With a decade of experience placing over 5,000 high achievers, he has a wealth of insights into optimizing the hiring process. Featured on CBS News, LinkedIn, The Huffington Post, and more, Kolby has partnered with renowned organizations like Panasonic, Marriott Hotels, and Thermo Fisher Scientific. After a decade placing over 5,000 high achieving professionals in their dream roles, Kolby experienced the full spectrum of interview horror stories, and the countless ways well-meaning leaders were unintentionally driving away top talent. While many leaders are experts in their field, few were taught an effective recruiting, interviewing, and hiring strategy. Which has caused high turnover, poor customer experiences, and endless headache and frustration

“ Focus on solving the big problems that difficult problems the easy ones will resolve themselves.” David Ednie Top Five Tips For Aligning Strategy and Execution 1.      Raise your standards2.      Align your people3.      Sharpen your focus4.      Pick up the pace5.      Transform your strategy  TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:34 What are you focusing on? 06:05 Raising the bar11:04 Sharpening your focus16:45 Don't over complicate it Where to find David?Website          http://www.saleschannelcloud.com/  LinkedIn          https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidednie  David Ednie Bio David R Ednie is President and CEO of SalesChannel International. He is an expert in  Cloud GTM Strategy and Execution, Cloud Sales Acceleration, Acceleration of Customer Adoption of Cloud Services and End2End Customer Experience. David has over 25 years international business experience working in culturally diverse markets in Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, and Australia. SalesChannel International's clients include Microsoft Corp, AWS, Acronis, VMware, HPE, Palo Alto Networks, ServiceNow, Veeam and Verisign. Prior to founding Sales Channel International David worked in a variety of Senior Executive roles in High Tech – Internet. Services, IT and Telecommunications for US, British and French companies, including NTT/Verio, Genuity, Integra, British Telecom, Data General and Intel.David is an Australian national and has lived in Paris, France for the past 20 years. He has significant multi-cultural experience and gained extensive personal knowledge and insights resulting from working with diverse and different cultures.SalesChannel International works with Senior Leadership and Management Teams to develop GTM and multi-channel sales strategies that deliver sustainable performance in today's increasingly complex and competitive Cloud Services business environment.

“I think we live in a world people are too, quick to throw stones throw sticks and point fingers. None of us are perfect. I certainly am not. I'm a very temperamental reactive sort of person. So, I have perfected the art of saying I'm sorry. So, I think it's really important that if you're doing something in the world, and you think, Oh, that wasn't very kind, or I could have spoken to that person in a better way, don't be afraid to go out and just say, Look, I'm really sorry, I didn't mean to speak to you like that. Also forgive the people around you, they might have been under pressure they might have you don't know what's going on for other people.” Christine Denny Top Five Tips For Cultivating Joy In Your Life and Harnessing The Power It Brings1.       Knowing your narratives2.       Aligning with your values 3.       Investing in self-care4.       Surrounding yourself with supportive people5.       Investing in forgiveness TIME STAMP SUMMARY  01:59 Discovering your own narrative.07:28 What are your values12:32 The importance of self-care20:40 Forgive others and yourself Where to find Christine Website                               www.christinedenny.comLinkedIn                               https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-denny-4a26232b3?  Christine Denny BioChristine Denny is the creator, CEO, and director of TAPATAK OZ – the elite tap dance syllabus and mentorship programme for teachers and students, that launched in Australia in 2008. Since then, the syllabus has gained a reputation as being modern, technically challenging, and most importantly, relevant to today's tap scene and as such it is now in use all over Australia, as well as in the UK, USA, Canada, France, Italy, Finland, New Zealand, Singapore, Brazil, South Africa, Dubai and more.For the past 30 years Christine has been a well-known and respected figure in Australia's tap scene, being invited to teach at many leading dance schools and Tertiary Dance Institutions, as well as providing master classes and setting choreography all over Australia.For many years Christine was on staff at Brent St, ED5 International and NIDA to name a few. She has also been a regular guest tap tutor for many of Australia's major dance events including The Australian Dance Festival, The Australian Tap Dance Festival and The Sydney Tap Festival. As an adjudicator she has worked extensively all over the nation including the prestigious McDonalds City of Sydney Performing Arts Challenge and BPAC, as well as in eisteddfods all over Australia including Bundaberg, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth, Launceston, Grafton, Melbourne, Adelaide, Cairns, Leeton, Nowra, Bunbury, Redcliffe, Wyong and Devonport!As a columnist Christine has written featured columns for popular print magazine Dance Train { Let's Talk Tap 2008 – 2012 } as well as being a regular contributor to online dance networking site DanceLife with her interview series On The Couch with Christine...

“There's much more to learn and a lot of research happening on what a healthy gut actually is. What it's starting to show us is that if your gut is healthy, then your overall well-being your overall health is pretty good.” Stephanie Polson Top Five Tips To Improve Your Gut Health 1.        Increasing fibre consumption and how to do this in a way that makes you feel good2.        Get your liquids right (stay hydrated and what about alcohol?) 3.        Prebiotic fibre & resistant starch - two components of food you need to prioritise4.        What you need to know about probiotics & fermented foods5.        Mix it up! Get variety with your food TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:28 Why gut health is so important05:10 Increasing your fibre consumption is crucial for gut health13:22 Prebiotic are a great way to increasing good bacteria 23:24 Food diversity is the key to good gut health Where to find Stephanie?Website                   https://linktr.ee/up_statuss LinkedIn                  https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-polson-upstatuss  Stephanie Polson Bio Steph Polson is the Director and Lead Nutrition Consultant at up_statuss, a contemporary nutrition consultancy. Steph is a Registered Nutritionist in Australia and New Zealand and prior to up_statuss worked in Sanitarium's nutrition department for 5+ years. She is a professional speaker being a full member of the professional speakers association NZ and associate member in Australia. Steph helps individuals with their health & nutrition, speaks at corporates, hosts the up_statuss podcast, advises food companies on their nutrition marketing, plus more! A highlight of her career so far has been helping ex-All Blacks on the television show “Match Fit” get their health back. 

 “We don't want to be learned know it all's. Instead, we want to be learned balls.”  Amber Perry Top Five Tips For Turning Small Steps Into Big Impact1.      People remember how you leave more than what you did.2.      Growth mindset. 3.      Fail forward. 4.      Daily discipline. 5.      Leverage your gifts to serve. TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:14   Exiting with excellence05:29  Being a “learned ball” rather than a “know it all”09:06  Turning small consistent steps into big impacts 12:26  Using your natural talents to bring joy  Where to find Amber?LinkedIn                             https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-perry-40a7a128  Amber Perry Bio Hello! My name is Amber Perry. I'm a small-town girl who defied the odds and found her place in the corporate world. With tenacity and a dash of audacity, I stepped into the corridors of big companies that dared to give me a chance. Now, my mission is clear: I work tirelessly to make these corporate giants feel small—approachable, human, and relatable.My Ultimate Goal: Unleashing God-Given Talents For My Purpose! To discover and harness my God-given talents. Every day, I walk in faith, seeking those unique abilities that allow me to better serve the world. The canvas of my career extends beyond borders; the world itself is my customer. Whether it's a grand gesture or a small act of kindness, my love cup overflows when I make a difference.Skills That Ignite And Impact My Craft! They revolve around service—to you, to colleagues, to clients. I've honed my craft in various sales positions, leaving a trail of success at technology giants like Dell and Microsoft. Over the phone or face-to-face, I thrive in call centre environments, striking a balance between digital connections and personal interactions. Achievements That Shine Bright At Microsoft! I achieved the prestigious Platinum Club status—an acknowledgment of consistent top sales performance. And while at Dell, I collected every trip available, turning business success into unforgettable adventures. My journey spans industries—Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing—where I've been a steadfast supporter.Entrepreneurial Teamwork And Family Moments Beyond The Boardroom! I'm a proud wife, partnering with my Auburn alum husband, Jonathan (War Eagle!). Together, we embrace entrepreneurial ventures, turning dreams into reality. As a family, we create cherished moments—traveling with our daughter, Auburn, to gymnastics competitions and cheering on our son, Jagger, as the quarterback for Brentwood Blaze.Let's Take Steps Together! Step 1: Teach me about you. Step 2: TBD. Because life is a journey, and every connection adds colour to our canvas. Let's connect, collaborate, and create an impact! 

“...it can be done in inductions, but they're still moving to that portal because a lot of organisations are now either hybrid or remote. And so, it's not as easy as just kind of raising your hand or watching what you know Tom does and how he that he fills out a procedure or whatever it is. People need to be able to be empowered to work independently, as our businesses are evolving and still kind of adapting to what you know, the pandemic put us in. So, they need to have that independence, we can't learn in the same way that we used to learn just by osmosis and just observing other people. That's not an easy thing to do. Over zoom, so more and more businesses are moving towards that Greg DeVore Top Five Tips For Training New Employees Without Pulling Your Hair Out 1. Understand what they need to answer, do, and solve2. Separate actionable from foundational knowledge3. Build checklists, how-to guides, and decision trees (if you can) for all actionable knowledge4. Teach them foundational knowledge, have them practice following guides for actionable knowledge5. Never answer a "How do I?" question with your mouth TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:48    Start with the end in mind when training employees, focusing on what they need to know       and do.06:04    Training new employees without overwhelming them with information. 11:08    Creating and using checklists, decision trees, and guides in business processes. 15:54    Avoid answering "how do i" questions without pointing to a reference, empowering employees to improve resources and processes. Where to find Greg?Website                             http://www.screensteps.com/ LinkedIn                             https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregdevore  Greg DeVore Bio Greg is not like most CEOs you have met. While he attended both Harvard and Berklee in Boston and California, Harvard was his middle school in Los Angeles, and Berklee was the Berklee College of Music in Boston.In 2003 he co-founded his company ScreenSteps along with his brother. ScreenSteps is a company dedicated to helping businesses transfer knowledge to their employees faster. They do this through a combination of a software platform and a framework that guides organizations in reducing their reliance on tribal knowledge. This has resulted in onboarding programs that cut new hire times to proficiency from 12 months to less then 30 days. Greg is the co-author of the book, Find & Follow: Reduce Supervisor Burnout & Improve Employee Performance by Transferring Knowledge Faster.Greg holds a degree in Composition and Film Scoring from the Berklee College of Music. He resides in McLean, Virginia, with his wife and four boys, which explains the abundance of broken items in their home.

“Usually when the business stops growing, it's my fault. And sometimes it's not that comfortable to admit that. But the truth is, if you want to get great talent to follow you, you have to be a great leader.”  Kody Thompson Top Five Tips For Building Offshore Teams 1. Get your own mindset and leadership skills up to scratch, as the entrepreneur/leader is critical for building a successful team.2. Hire staff in the same location to improve collaboration, productivity, and staff retention.3. Have staff work from a serviced office space for better infrastructure, productivity, and culture.4. Set rhythms for meetings, reviews, and projects to create consistency for the team.5. Don't wait too long to hire, as it allows you to grow and implement initiatives faster. Start hiring even if systems aren't fully in place yet. TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:20  Importance of leadership mindset and having realistic expectations 05:21 Benefits of hiring team members in the same location for better collaboration11:02 Importance of setting clear rhythms through regular meetings and check-ins16:56: Don't wait too long to hire and get your team growingWhere to find Kody?  Website                                www.lightningsites.com                                                      www.wodsites.coLinkedIn                                https://www.linkedin.com/in/thompsonkody  Bio Kody Thompson Kody Thompson is a dynamic entrepreneur and visionary leader with a track record of success. He is renowned for his achievements as the founder of Lightning Sites, a web development company that he built from a $250 startup into a multi-million-dollar enterprise generating in excess of $5M profit  across eight years. Over that time Lightning Sites was able to build over 1,500 websites, servicing over 800 clients monthly and generating in excess of 500,000 leads for his clients.In 2023 Kody was able to transition out of the day-to-day operations of Lightning Sites, when it was acquired by US technology company Sites At Scale. After successfully building his own remote teams to grow and exit Lightning Sites, Kody developed a reputation as an expert in building international teams and scaling businesses and launched the Business WrkPod in 2021, with Co-Founder Dale Beaumont. WrkPod specialises in helping companies build teams in  the  Philippines,  offering  comprehensive services that include talent recruitment, state-of-the-art co-working spaces, and extensive training and support for both clients and Filipino talent.In 2 short years, Kody has facilitated the placement of over  650 remote staff for WrkPod  clients and grown enabling them to achieve greater efficiency, reduce operational costs, and strengthen their enterprises. Beyond his business endeavours, Kody is a devoted husband and father of two daughters. He is also deeply committed to philanthropy and has initiated the Love @ Scale project in the Philippines (see video), which supports 250 students. Kody's journey is a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to making a positive impact in both the business world and the community.

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“You can't delegate successfully, if you haven't followed tip number one, documenting, right. If you don't that, you're going to spend hours on calls, trying to explain things to people, you're going to get frustrated team members, because they don't understand what they should be doing. And then you'll probably think that they're incompetent, and then take back the task yourself. And then you're in this vicious cycle of not really being able to delegate.”Olivia Parkes Top Five Tips To Leverage Operations & Systematically Scale Any Business1.       Document everything2.       Analyze to Automate3.       Delegate, delegate, delegate4.       Think of each department as a system (& know its number)5.       Simplicity is key  TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:12 The importance of keeping a record of everything 04:16 Delegation and the link to tip 1 11:41 Avoiding the downside of micromanaging 16:55 Why over complicate, keep it simple  Where to find Olivia?Website                      https://thesystemsboss.io/ LinkedIn                      linkedin.com/in/olivia-parkes-b9b015187   Olivia Parkes Bio Olivia Parkes was born in the United Kingdom, dividing her time between her hometown of Sheffield and the bustling capital, London. From a young age, Olivia displayed a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a penchant for system-oriented thinking. During her academic journey at University College London, where Olivia pursued a degree in Pharmacology, she embarked on her entrepreneurial journey, founding her first e-commerce business at the age of 19. Subsequently, Olivia ventured into the realm of digital marketing by establishing a successful digital marketing agency.Olivia's career path took an intriguing turn as she decided to specialize in sales, becoming a high-ticket sales representative. This shift in focus allowed Olivia to achieve remarkable sales figures, consistently selling packages worth $100,000 per month. Her unique insights into the world of business brought her into close collaboration with CEOs in the online coaching and marketing sectors, many of whom boasted six to seven-figure incomes.Observing a recurring theme among these CEOs—profits falling short of their potential due to inadequate systems, automations, and operational strategies—Olivia decided to intervene. Taking on the role of an operational leader, she implemented strategic changes, made crucial hires, and streamlined marketing and sales efforts. In just 12 months, her efforts propelled the CEO's business from $350,000 to an impressive $850,000.This success led Olivia to extend her expertise to other clients, assuming the role of a fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO). Her mission became clear: to relieve entrepreneurs from the exhaustion of constantly burning out by implementing efficient systems that genuinely save time and boost profitability. Crucially, Olivia aimed to design systems that teams would enthusiastically adopt, recognizing that unused systems were ineffectual....

“Too many people spend money, they don't have, to buy things they don't want, to impress people they don't like.” Rand Selig Top Five Tips For Thriving Personally and Professionally1. Be a Lifelong Learner 2. Establish Great Habits and Routines 3. Figure out How Much is Enough 4. Leadership5. Power to Make choices  TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:10 Personal and professional growth through curiosity and habit building05:33 Gratitude, prioritization, and enoughness for executives12:37 Leadership qualities and skills16:30 Leadership, self-awareness and personal growth  Where to find Rand? Website                           http://www.seligcapital.com/ LinkedIn                           https://www.linkedin.com/in/rand-selig-43525a6   Bio Rand SeligRand Selig, an accomplished entrepreneur, coach, scoutmaster, board member, and roll-up-your-sleeves conservationist, shares his extensive expertise in this book. With an MBA from Stanford and undergraduate degrees in mathematics and psychology, he excels at managing complex projects globally. He is relentlessly positive and believes he can design his own life and others can, too. Based in Mill Valley, California, he enjoys  life's adventures with his wife of 42 years. www.randselig.com

“Time is always moving forward, tomorrow is going to come whether you want it to or not. And so, you need to be aware of that and you need to plan for it.” John Foster Top Five Tips For Making Your Kids Savvy 1. Failure isn't Fatal (it's essential).2. People WANT to Meet You (and want to know, like, and trust you) 3. Don't Make an Enemy on the Way to Making a Deal.  4. Your Next Best Option is Your Backstop and Launchpad. 5. The World is Uncertain; Be Ready to Adjust in Real Time6. Future/Time Awareness TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:30 You have to fail.07:06 The need for a future focus. 16:07 Enemies are not the answer.20:01 Next option is your backstop.  Where to find JohnWebsite             middleschoolmba.com LinkedIn            linkedin.com/in/john-rock-foster-12813341    John Foster BioJohn received his BS in Chemical Engineering and MBA from LSU and spent thirty-plus years in industry.  Along the way, he volunteered for Junior Achievement and through these classroom experiences, developed the Middle School MBA curriculum.  His industrial career failed its way through process engineering, plant operations, business management, M&A, and corporate strategy; finally failing big enough to exit.  His goal now is to teach kids the lowdown on business, economics, and entrepreneurship, in hopes that they might fail bigger and sooner. Interests include angel investing, swimming, cycling, horses, dogs, and guitar.

"I believe human beings are built for growth. We're like elastic bands, you know, we're built to be stretched. It takes two things, it takes a mentality, to want to do that to want to put yourself out of a comfort zone. But then action is also required, small steps. And the more and the more small steps you do when you're trying to do something for the first time, the more you become capable and confident about doing it." Julian Harris Top Five Tips For How Leaders Can Increase Their Performance, Creativity and Wellbeing 1.  Understand that our experience is created from our thinking, not from external circumstances2.  You don't have to do it all by yourself. Create a support structure around you.3.  Self-care is non-negotiable so must be timetabled into your calendar.4.  Practise the courage-capability-confidence triangle.5.  There is an intelligent design to all of life, of which we are a part, and which is also a part of us.  TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:13  We create our experiences05:08  Using your network to your advantage09:37  Courage capability14:01  Don't let yourself get in the way of yourselfWhere to find Julian?Website                    https://www.juliankharris.co.uk/ LinkedIn                   https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliankharris  Julian Harris Bio Julian founded Julian Harris Services fuelled by his vision to make a greater impact and has found his purpose in working with business leaders looking to change the world. Julian has 20 years of experience as a commercial lawyer for brands such as Nike, Twining's, Sports Direct, Asda, Manchester United, and Primark. Julian brings his experience of advising major corporations from a legal perspective into his leadership coaching. Julian is passionate about helping business owners and leaders become the best version of themselves, drawing out their gifts, even when his clients can't see those gifts for themselves.  Julian is currently located in London and works with leaders on both sides of the Atlantic. His clients appreciate his attentiveness and thought-provoking questions that allow them to gain the clarity and confidence they need. When he isn't working with leaders, he enjoys spending time with his family and staying active with Karate and Pilates.  Julian has experience and insight to share with business owners, leaders, and any individual that is looking to make an impact and see their full potential.

"Drama kills deals, and this isn't a big one. It can mean drama in terms of not taking care of some of the stuff we read for instant number one, you know, a financial misstep or a tax liability or maybe you have a threatened lawsuit from a formerly disgruntled employee that you don't disclose to the buyer you forget about and there's nothing worse than for that to creep up on you.”Brett Story Top Five Tips For Maximizing The Sale Of Your Business1.       Grunt work2.       No ‘I' in Team3.       Keep your head down4.       Drama kills deals5.       Future is bright TIME STAMP SUMMARY 01:11 Why the grunt work is important 05:58 As a leader, doing too much can be harmful10:15 Drama ruins deals, avoid it.15:50 Keeping the passion  Where to find Brett?Website               http://britehorn.com LinkedIn               https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettstory/  Brett Story Bio Brett is a founding partner of Britehorn Partners and Britehorn Securities and an experienced investment banker with extensive transaction advisory experience across a variety of industries. Brett is an investor and currently serves on the Board of Directors for ARB Labs Inc., a technology company serving the casino gaming industry, and is an investor and Advisory Board Member for York RLFC, a professional rugby league club based in York, England. He has practiced corporate law in Denver and Miami, and holds a JD from the University of Miami School of Law, a Professional Certification in Mergers & Acquisitions from the New York Institute of Finance, and a Professional Certification in Behavioral Economics from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.