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The ECHO Cast | A The Division 2 Podcast
390: Modern Warfare 4 Revealed And XBOX's Tough Decisions

The ECHO Cast | A The Division 2 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 56:07


This week we talk about COD Modern Warfare 4 being revealed, XBOX's boss making tough decisions, Epic unveils Unreal Engine 6, Steam Deck price hikes and much more. Click this link for my socials, all of my other content and ways to support: https://linktr.ee/baundiesel #MW4 #XBOX #UE6

Bob, Groz and Tom
Hour 2: Ryan Rowland-Smith about the Mariners' needing to make some tough decisions in the piggyback

Bob, Groz and Tom

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 44:06


Bump and Curtis are in talking with Mariners analyst Ryan Rowland-Smith about the Mariners’ needing to make some tough decisions in the piggyback situation, then in Four Down Territory the SEC needs to pump the brakes on separating from the NCAA, the Seahawks’ are taking care of business with their offseason moves, then on The Timeline the controversy surrounding the Patriots and HC Mike Vrabel continues.

Good Morning From The Chicken Coop!
Season 5 - Episode 110 - Making tough decisions…

Good Morning From The Chicken Coop!

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 5:41


This is a very hard one for me.

Uplevel Dairy Podcast
346 | From the Battlefield to the Barn: Leadership, Teams and Tough Decisions with Greg Shoemaker, Cargill

Uplevel Dairy Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 51:40


Today on the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen interviews Greg Shoemaker, Cargill's Commercial Director for North America Dairy Nutrition, about leading teams that support dairy producers through nutrition strategy, technology, and on-farm partnership across the US and Canada. Shoemaker shares how his path from rural Pennsylvania roots to a career as a US Army Ranger shaped his leadership approach today ensuring dairy farmers' success.Greg details the power of building trust, clarity and acting as a multiplier by removing barriers. He discusses learning from mistakes, investing in culture during normal times to withstand hard times, maintaining composure under stress, and adopting an “infinite game” mindset focused on long-term success in dairy.This episode is brought to you by Cargill Dairy Nutrition.No two dairies are alike, Cargill Dairy doesn't expect them to be. When your dairy faces challenges, you need a partner with an original approach. Cargill has their own world-class research labs, developed their own proprietary nutrition software, and fostered an original team approach… all to deliver profitability on YOUR terms. Partner with a nutrition company as original as you are: cargillanimalnutrition.com/original02:31 Greg's Role at Cargill03:40 What Army Rangers Do05:08 From Military to Cargill07:16 Life in Dairy Consulting08:59 Mission and Values Leadership12:38 Building Culture and Trust15:49 Leading Under Pressure19:18 No Decision Is a Decision21:35 Infinite Game Mindset25:10 Better Questions Better Leadership26:20 Execute Iterate Lesson27:51 Vision for the Team29:11 Rallying Through Tough Times33:49 Morning Routine and Journals35:43 Nonnegotiables and Balance37:11 Hardest Leadership Lesson39:16 Purpose in Dairy Industry40:50 Rapid Fire Leadership Round47:18 Problem Solving and OODA Loop

Dynasty Fantasy Football | Married to The Game | The FF Dynasty
Top 5 Most POLARIZING Dynasty Assets - Tough Decisions To Not Botch! - 2026 Dynasty Fantasy Football

Dynasty Fantasy Football | Married to The Game | The FF Dynasty

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 66:14


The FF Dynasty, Season 10, Episode 13: Casey + Big Co breakdown the top 5 Toughest Dynasty Assets to nail down Trade Market Values…for your Dynasty Fantasy Football pleasurrre -- Help us build The FFD Crowdsource Ranks! https://theffdynasty.com -- In Memory of Randall "Memphis" Young donate to the family - https://gofund.me/b06e20329 -- Free ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ + ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 5 Star Contest ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --

Pitcher List Baseball Podcasts
H&J 148 - Tough Decisions

Pitcher List Baseball Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 57:29


This week on Hacks & Jacks, Scott and Brett talk about the most recent iteration of the Hitter List. St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker is showing true signs of a sustained breakout while Cleveland Guardians second baseman Travis Bazzana is doing a lot of things that Scott likes, too! Meanwhile, sure-thing third basemen Matt Chapman and Bo Bichette are hamstringing fantasy managers with their respective lacking production. Will either of them turn things around or are we going to have to cut bait, lick our wounds, and try to find a waiver wire replacement? Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe DeCamara & Jon Ritchie
Eagles Will Play on Thanksgiving in Dallas, Tough Decisions Ahead for the Sixers

Joe DeCamara & Jon Ritchie

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 23:04


The WIP Morning Team shares how they will be altering their Thanksgiving plans now that the NFL has officially announced the Eagles will play the Cowboys in Dallas on Thanksgiving Day at 4:30pm ET. They also ponder some of the tough decisions facing the Sixers as they head into the offseason with a ton of question marks and the Phillies turning the page to a new series in Boston.

#PackersDaily
Who's Next In Line For A Contract Extension? Breaking Down Green Bay's Tough Decisions

#PackersDaily

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 17:50


Who's next in line for a Packers payday? CHTV contributor Mark Oldacres joins Aaron to discuss his latest piece analyzing the players Green Bay should prioritize locking up long-term.The two take a look at who might be playing out their final year in Green Bay and how positional value, scheme fit, and future cap planning shape Brian Gutekunst's next moves.Be sure to read Mark's piece here: https://cheeseheadtv.com/blog/examining-the-status-of-packers-entering-contract-years-in-2026-103

Sports + Outdoor Mentors
Why the Best Leaders Move Faster on Tough Decisions with Georgina Kirby General Manager at Kari Traa

Sports + Outdoor Mentors

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 49:27


The reality of building a career in founder-led businesses and then stepping into leadership yourself.   Today's guest is Georgina Kirby, General Manager at Kari Traa.   Georgina is an experienced outdoor industry leader with over 20 years in premium brand-led businesses. She's built her career across fast-growing, founder-led brands and now leads the instantly recognisable base layer brand, Kari Traa, part of the PE-backed Active Brands.   Her background spans senior marketing and general management leadership roles at brands including Icebreaker, Le Chameau, and Bradshaw Taylor, where she has worked across strategy, brand development, and commercial delivery.   We talk about working with founders, the energy, the pace, and the freedom that comes with it, but also the challenges that sit underneath that, and how those early experiences shape the way you lead.  People and decision-making, especially hiring, getting it wrong, spotting it too late, and what it costs the team.   As you move into more senior roles, expectations increase, the environment becomes more structured, and imposter syndrome doesn't really disappear even at a senior level, but instead becomes something you learn to manage through preparation and awareness.   We also spend time on something that doesn't get talked about enough: balancing ambition with life outside of work. Georgina shares her experience stepping back at points in her career, navigating personal challenges, and what she's learned about support, flexibility, and the environments that actually allow people to perform well.   If you're leading a team, working with founders, or stepping into a bigger role yourself, there's a lot in here that will feel familiar. Episode Highlights [00:00] Stepping into leadership while relocating your entire life [02:20] What Kari Traa actually is beyond a base layer brand [05:46] Learning retail from the shop floor at live events [10:38] When founder energy drives chaos and rapid pivots [16:11] Why global leadership is about communication, not language [20:21] The upside and volatility of working with founders [26:29] Moving from founder-led speed to private equity discipline [30:01] Why good leaders fail by not acting fast enough on people issues [33:41] What she would do differently in hindsight (career advice reflection) [35:59] The hardest leadership mistake: keeping the wrong people too long [41:21] The hidden cost of underpricing yourself as a leader [45:05] Imposter syndrome doesn't disappear, it just gets managed Notable Quotes “The best thing about founders is the passion. The hardest part is managing the emotion that comes with it.” Georgina “You don't need to be perfect as a leader. You need to create clarity and bring people with you.” Georgina “Imposter syndrome never really goes away, you just get better at managing it.” Georgina “If someone isn't the right fit, waiting too long helps no one.” Georgina “You can step back in role, but you don't have to step back in value.” Georgina Episode Takeaways Working with founders brings energy and purpose but also complexity Hiring decisions have a huge impact, and timing matters more than you think  Culture and people drive performance more than strategy alone Imposter syndrome is normal even at senior levels Preparation and clarity are key leadership tools Career paths aren't always linear and that's okay The right environment and support system make a big difference Great teams are built through diversity of thinking, not similarity Our Host   Dan Trapp is the Founder of Sports+Outdoor Search recruitment business and host of the Sports+Outdoor Mentors podcast.  With 30 years of leadership experience in the sports and outdoor industry, he has built and led global teams and, more recently, developed a strong reputation for helping brands and retailers source, assess, attract and retain exceptional leadership talent.  Having lived and worked in the UK, Switzerland, France, and Finland, for businesses owned by stakeholders from North America, Europe, and Asia, Dan brings a global lens to every conversation. On the podcast, he connects with industry leaders to share the real lessons, hard-won insights, and career advice shaping the future of sports and outdoor.  When he's not working, you'll usually find him having fun on the trail, water or snow with his family. Resources and Links Sports + Outdoor Mentors Podcast YouTube Georgina Kirby LinkedIn Kari Traa Dan Trapp Website Linkedin Subscribe to Sports+Outdoor Mentors for more insights on leadership, culture, and mentorship in the sports and outdoor industries.

Larry Richert and John Shumway
Big K Morning Show Hour 1: Tough Decisions Need to Be Made

Larry Richert and John Shumway

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 22:15


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Conversations with the Mayors
Orange County: Details of the Budget Presentation and Tough Decisions to Make — (May 6, 2026)

Conversations with the Mayors

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 12:17


Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton speaks with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, May 6. The post Orange County: Details of the Budget Presentation and Tough Decisions to Make — (May 6, 2026) appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast
Top 10 Julian Dorey & Matt Cox Moments

Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 155:41


A compilation of standout moments shows how Julian Dorey and Matt Cox turned chaotic stories, failures, and unlikely conversations into a platform that not only changed their own lives but ended up impacting and inspiring others in unexpected ways. ⁣ ⁣ Julian's links - ⁣ https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/⁣ https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDorey⁣ https://linktr.ee/Juliandorey⁣ ⁣ Do you want to be a guest? Fill out the form https://www.insidetruecrimepodcast.com/apply-to-be-a-guest⁣ ⁣ Go to GoodRanchers.com and use code INSIDE to get free meat for life, plus $25 off your first order.⁣ ⁣ Send me an email here: insidetruecrime@gmail.com⁣ ⁣ Do you extra clips and behind the scenes content?⁣ Subscribe to my Patreon: https://patreon.com/InsideTrueCrime ⁣ ⁣ Check out my Dark Docs YouTube channel here -⁣ https://www.youtube.com/@DarkDocsMatthewCox⁣ ⁣ Follow me on all socials!⁣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetruecrime/⁣ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matthewcoxtruecrime⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Do you want a custom painting done by me? Check out my Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/coxpopart⁣ ⁣ Listen to my True Crime Podcasts anywhere: https://anchor.fm/mattcox ⁣ ⁣ Check out my true crime books! ⁣ Shark in the Housing Pool: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0851KBYCF⁣ Bent: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BV4GC7TM⁣ It's Insanity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KFYXKK8⁣ Devil Exposed: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TH1WT5G⁣ Devil Exposed (The Abridgment): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1070682438⁣ The Program: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0858W4G3K⁣ Bailout: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bailout-matthew-cox/1142275402⁣ Dude, Where's My Hand-Grenade?: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXNFHBDF/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1678623676&sr=1-1⁣ ⁣ Checkout my disturbingly twisted satiric novel!⁣ Stranger Danger: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSWQP3WX⁣ ⁣ If you would like to support me directly, I accept donations here:⁣ Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/MattCox69⁣ Cashapp: $coxcon69⁣ ⁣ CHAPTERS: ⁣ 05:00 - Growing Up, College & Not Knowing the Path⁣ 10:00 - Wall Street Reality & Creative Misalignment⁣ 18:00 - Walking Away From a Stable Career⁣ 25:00 - Early Hustles & Rejections ⁣ 35:00 - The Spark to Start⁣ 45:00 - Going All-In⁣ 55:00 - Building the Podcast ⁣ 1:10:00 - Early Episodes, Mistakes & Finding a Style⁣ 1:25:00 - Delusion, Confidence & Betting on Yourself⁣ 1:45:00 - Wild Guest Stories & Podcast Chaos Behind the Scenes⁣ 2:00:00 - Impact on Listeners & Unexpected Life Changes⁣ 2:10:00 - Controversial Guests, Backlash & Tough Decisions⁣ 2:20:00 - Redemption Stories & Why the Podcast Matters⁣ 2:30:00 - Full Circle Moments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Smart Social Podcast: Learn how to shine online with Josh Ochs
"We have to make tough decisions to protect our kids" with Dr. James Soltis

Smart Social Podcast: Learn how to shine online with Josh Ochs

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 25:45


Protect your family with our 1-minute free parent quiz https://www.smartsocial.com/newsletter Join our next weekly live parent events:  https://smartsocial.com/events Episode Summary: Join host Josh Ochs on the SmartSocial.com Podcast as he talks with Dr. Dylan Smith, Assistant Superintendent for Student Learning in Oldham County Schools (Kentucky), about what ethical AI use really looks like for students and why “keeping the human in the loop” matters. Dr. Smith shares the digital safety trends schools are seeing nationwide, what has improved since Oldham County strengthened its phone policy, and how excessive screen time can shrink attention spans and amplify FOMO, stress, and poor sleep. They also dig into deepfakes and why “just joking” can still create real legal risk, plus you will hear teen advice on red flags when a stranger online gets too personal or pushes to meet offline. The episode closes with practical guardrails for AI in schools and simple ways families can build healthier habits together. Become a Smart Social VIP (Very Informed Parents) Member: https://SmartSocial.com/vip District Leaders: Schedule a free phone consultation to get ideas on how to protect your students in your community https://smartsocial.com/partner Download the free Smart Social app: https://www.smartsocial.com/appdownload Learn about the top 190+ popular teen apps: https://smartsocial.com/app-guide-parents-teachers/ View the top parental control software: https://smartsocial.com/parental-control-software/ The SmartSocial.com Podcast helps parents and educators to keep their kids safe on social media, so they can Shine Online™

Barn Talk
You Could Make $280,000 a Year With Zero College Debt: Here's How

Barn Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 93:32


Welcome to a new episode of Barn Talk! On this “Hot Topics” episode, Sawyer and Tork are back in the barn, diving headfirst into the biggest stories and challenges shaping agriculture and rural life today. You'll get the latest market update, talk of spiking fertilizer prices, and a frank analysis of how global politics, tariffs, and industry dynamics are impacting real farmers. But it's not just Ag news: Sawyer and Tork get into the booming trades, the realities of AI and automation, and the need for rural youth to rethink what success looks like. From debates about universal basic income and the future of work, to personal takes on masculinity, influencer culture, and building a life that matters, this episode covers it all with humor, honesty, and plenty of barn wisdom. Tune in for fresh insight, practical advice, and the unfiltered takes you've come to expect from Barn Talk. Be sure to share the show, leave a review, and sign up for the newsletter to stay connected! JOIN THE BARN TALK NEWSLETTER & GET LIVE EVENT ACCESS: We're on a mission to get 10,000 subscribers, and once we do, we're hosting a live event at the barn! Sign up to get exclusive access to tickets and details.

Coffee Convos with Kail Lowry & Lindsie Chrisley
Therapy, Tears & Tough Decisions

Coffee Convos with Kail Lowry & Lindsie Chrisley

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 79:48


CC:471 Kail and Lindsie are back for a very real conversation about what it looks like to keep showing up when life feels anything but steady. From starting trauma therapy and recognizing unhealthy patterns to trying to make hard decisions when your head and heart are nowhere near the same page, this episode is a reminder that healing is rarely neat, simple, or convenient.They also get into the pressure of parenting through personal struggles, the weight of co-parenting logistics, and why sometimes the strongest thing you can do is pause instead of forcing an answer. And because this is Coffee Convos, the episode also takes a turn into pop culture drama, parenting debates, and the kind of honest conversation that feels like catching up with friends who say the quiet part out loud.Get your Fatherless Behavior Tour Tickets hereFor full videos head to patreon.com/kaillowry To send in your Foul Plays email us at info@coffeeconvos.comThank you for checking out our sponsors!Better Help: This episode is brought to you by Better Help. Visit betterhealth.com/coffee today to get 10% off,K12: See why more than 3 million families have chosen K12 find a K12 Powered School near you today! Go to K12.com/COFFEECONVOS to learn more.Fabletics: Get 80% off everything, including the Khloe Collection when you sign up as a new VIP at Fabletics.com/coffeeconvos, take a quick style quiz, and be sure to select coffeeconvos when prompted to unlock your 80% off.Skims: Shop our favorite bras and underwear at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 20% off mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code COFFEE, exclusive for our listeners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Willard & Dibs
Will the Giants Veterans Respect Tony Vitello's Tough Decisions?

Willard & Dibs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 9:24


Willard and Dibs react to the Giants' 0-3 start to the season and wonder how Giants players will react when rookie manager Tony Vitello makes tough decisions this season.

Ray and Joe D.
Making the Tough Decisions

Ray and Joe D.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2026 6:22


Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam joins us to discuss the firing of the Hartford Police Officer who shot and killed a Hartford man last month.

Happy Hour Podcast with Dee and Shannon
EP 262 Culture Building: How to Create a Retreat Experience That People Come Back To with Nathan Jamail

Happy Hour Podcast with Dee and Shannon

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 25:11


Most retreat leaders focus on the itinerary. But what makes guests come back year after year isn't the schedule - it's the culture. In this episode, Shannon is joined by leadership expert and culture strategist Nathan Jamail (whom she is biased to say is amazing) to break down how retreat leaders can intentionally build culture instead of just planning programming. They discuss: How culture impacts everything  How to create loyalty beyond a single event Alumni communities that actually stay engaged Setting customer experience standards Why some retreats create raving fans - and others don't If you want recurring revenue, repeat guests, and long-term brand equity, this episode will shift how you think about your retreat business. Recorded in our new studio space in Austin - and available on YouTube as well. What You'll Learn Why itinerary doesn't equal experience The role leadership energy plays in culture How to design belonging - not just activities How to turn one-time guests into long-term community The operational standards behind unforgettable retreats Key Takeaways Culture is what people feel, not what's printed on the schedule. Loyalty is built intentionally, not accidentally. Clear standards create consistency and trust. Raving fans are the result of alignment and leadership - not luck. Retreat businesses that scale focus on community, not just events. Watch on YouTube This episode was recorded in our new Austin studio space. You can now watch the full conversation on YouTube. Subscribe:  Learn more about Nathan: https://nathanjamail.com/ Join Nathan and Shannon at the Forum: https://luxuryinbusinessretreats.mykajabi.com/retreat-industry-forum The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats Join our private Facebook Group Top 5 Marketing Tools Free Guide Get your legal docs for retreats Join Shannon in Denver at the Retreat Industry Forum  Join our LinkedIn Group Apply to be a guest on our show   Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to subscribe for more insightful episodes, and visit our website for additional resources. Let's create a vibrant retreat community together! Subscribe:  Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Spotify _____ TIMESTAMPS Defining Culture in Organizations (00:02:04) Nathan explains what culture means, using energy, attitudes, beliefs, and the thermostat analogy. Mandating Culture & Event Laws (00:03:00) Discussion on the importance of setting clear cultural expectations and event "laws" for retreats. Authenticity & Alignment in Retreats (00:04:43) Shannon and Nathan discuss the need for alignment between retreat leaders and attendees, especially for international retreats. The Dangers of Misalignment (00:05:47) Exploring how misaligned guests can negatively impact the retreat atmosphere and culture. Marketing to the Right People (00:07:13) Emphasizing the importance of targeted marketing and being clear about who the retreat is and isn't for. Gratitude and Team Culture (00:08:25) Lighthearted discussion about gratitude within their team, referencing team members Josh, Lily, and Sharon. The Cost of Keeping Misaligned People (00:09:12) Nathan explains why keeping misaligned people (for fear of loss) damages culture in both business and retreats. Quality Over Quantity: Pricing & Numbers (00:10:21) Debate on charging more for fewer, better-aligned attendees versus filling retreats with anyone. Hiring & Team Alignment (00:15:04) Common mistakes in hiring misaligned team members and the impact on guest experience. The Airport Test & Culture Fit (00:13:57) Nathan introduces the "airport test" as a way to assess cultural fit among team members and guests. Sacrificing Culture in Tough Decisions (00:14:33) How leaders often sacrifice culture first when making difficult choices, and the consequences. Setting the Tone: Messaging & Boundaries (00:18:09) Shannon shares practical ways to set cultural expectations from marketing to the retreat's opening night. The Ted Lasso Theory: Be Curious, Not Judgmental (00:20:03) Nathan references Ted Lasso to illustrate the value of curiosity and non-judgment in building culture. Energy as a Differentiator (00:21:37) Discussion on how the energy and culture you create is more memorable than content or location. Closing & Invitation to Future Events (00:22:18) Shannon and Nathan wrap up, reflect on past recordings, and invite listeners to join their upcoming event. Outro & Call to Action (00:23:54) Podcast outro with reminders to subscribe, review, and access free resources.

Baltimore's Big Morning Show
Do you think Eflin is giving the O's some "good" tough decisions?

Baltimore's Big Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 9:58


Rob and Jeremy took some time from Monday's BBMS to discuss the tough decisions Zach Eflin is creating for the O's brass. Do you think he's proving that you can't leave him out of the starting rotation?

The Curfew Boys
Episode 339: BRENDAN GALLAGHER HEALTHY SCRATCH! Marty St Louis Making The Tough Decisions For The Habs!

The Curfew Boys

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 68:14


In a new episode of The Curfew Boys, Chris and Sammy discuss Marty St Louis having to make the tough decision of scratching Brendan Gallagher. The boys also discuss what the future can potentially hold for Brendan Gallagher and future free agents. Meanwhile, the Canadiens acquire a minor league goaltender; solidifying Jacob Fowler's spot with the Habs.

Develop This: Economic and Community Development
DT #628 Trust, Transparency, and Tough Decisions: Ethics in Economic Development

Develop This: Economic and Community Development

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 23:44


Ethics is the invisible foundation of successful economic development. In this episode of Develop This!, we explore why professional integrity is essential to building trust, guiding difficult decisions, and sustaining long-term community growth. Dennis Fraise interviews Jim Fram, a longtime educator and leader in economic development ethics, about how ethical standards have evolved in the profession—and why they matter more than ever in today's complex environment. From navigating gray areas in deal-making to understanding the role of formal codes of ethics and professional accountability, Jim shares insights from decades of experience teaching and mentoring economic development professionals. The conversation also looks forward, examining how emerging challenges—including AI, increasing deal complexity, and growing public scrutiny—are shaping the future of ethical leadership in the field. Whether you're new to economic development or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers practical guidance on maintaining integrity while advancing your community's goals. In This Episode Why ethics serves as the backbone of economic development The evolution of ethical standards in the profession Why a formal code of ethics and ongoing training are critical Common ethical gray areas practitioners encounter The impact of new technologies like AI on ethical decision-making Real-world consequences when ethical standards are violated How professionals and organizations can rebuild trust after mistakes Memorable Sound Bites "Do what's right, even when it's hard." "Violations can destroy community trust." "Case studies reveal the gray areas where ethics really matter."

Ante Up Poker Magazine
Chapter 4 Ep. 8 Surviving the Road of Tough Decisions.

Ante Up Poker Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 66:55


This week on the Ante Up Poker Podcast, Elle and I kick things off with some Table Talk about Robbie Strazynski and his difficult decision to cancel the upcoming Mixed Game Festival. We look at the facts, show our support, and look ahead to the next festival scheduled at Bellagio later this year. We also share the latest updates on the upcoming Ante Up poker cruise, including why now might be the perfect time to lock in your spot. Plus, there's a new addition to the Ante Up studio that should make the show look a little sharper for our growing YouTube audience… even if installing it created a few extra “decorative” holes in the wall. In Call the Floor, Elliott Schecter weighs in on a strange situation when a dealt card slides under the table rail and disappears from view—what's the proper ruling when the card has to be dug out mid-deal? Then in Hand of the Week, Patrick joins me to break down a hand with AJ suited… and, as usual, what starts as a simple situation quickly spirals into a complicated one. Finally, I wrap things up with Joe's One Outer, drawing inspiration from the legendary reality show Survivor and what poker players can learn from the idea of outlasting the competition while keeping a clear head. It's another fun one with the A-Team—strategy, stories, and a few lessons along the way. Click here for our Linktree. It is a quick resource to get you to our magazine, podcast, YouTube, and more. comfrt.com/ELLE73474. Your link for the most comfortable hoodie on the planet. Click here to check out Octopi Poker

DJ & PK
Danny Ainge says the Jazz may have to make some tough decisions this summer. Which of the Jazz young guys have you seen enough of & which players must they keep developing?

DJ & PK

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 13:29


DJ and Yawk talked about the roster construction the Utah Jazz have and what it may evolve into this summer as Danny Ainge and the team gear up for a playoff push next season.

The Midday Show
Joe Patrick: Falcons cap situation makes for tough decisions

The Midday Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 10:22


92.9 The Game Atlanta Falcons Reporter Joe Patrick speaks about the ongoing discussion around Kyle Pitts and the franchise tag window, possible contract restructuring, any significant extensions to watch besides Drake London, the possible casualties considering the cap situation, and being careful not to let too much of the offense walk away this offseason.

Unarmored Talk
Who Are You When the Plan Ends?

Unarmored Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 17:00 Transcription Available


Send a textWho are you when the plan ends?Marine veteran William Philyaw IV shares his journey from overseas embassy security duty to navigating an unexpected injury that forced him to surrender a 20-year vision.Through faith, family, and intentional relationships, William rebuilt his identity and discovered a new mission serving veterans in Virginia.This episode explores transition, purpose, and the quiet courage it takes to start again.Stay unarmored, stay authentic, and stay mentally fit.God bless you all.Chapters:0:00 – Introduction: When the 20-Year Plan Ends 3:14 – Overseas Security and Leadership Growth 6:39 – Injury and Career Uncertainty 9:05 – Turning to Faith for Direction 12:40 – Family Changes and Tough Decisions 15:55 – Networking Breakthrough and New Career Role 19:30 – Rebuilding Identity Through Relationships (adjust if needed) 22:00 – Final Thoughts: Small Faithful Steps 23:30 – Outro: Your Next Step Support the show Become a Member Today! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_M2Kfxb2hN1uHdlDKGtuQw/join Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6pF-fF29KO1rqQsabaxHHO1nQQtn5lhd Still Serving, Inc.: www.stillservinginc.com Email: mario@stillservinginc.com

Agency Leadership Podcast
Building the ideal agency: wrestling with the tough decisions

Agency Leadership Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 25:28


David C. Baker recently published a fascinating thought experiment about what he’d do if starting an agency from scratch today—and it’s packed with provocative ideas worth serious consideration. His article offers a comprehensive blueprint covering everything from organizational structure to compensation philosophy, and much of it aligns with how Chip and Gini think about building sustainable agencies. But the most interesting conversations happen when smart people disagree, which is why this episode focuses on the handful of points where Chip and Gini see things differently. Not because Baker’s ideas are bad, but because they expose the tension between aspirational agency management and the messy realities of running a business with real budgets, real people, and real client demands. In this episode, Chip and Gini tackle mandatory one-month sabbaticals for every employee, open-book finances published on your website, 360-degree reviews, and incentive compensation structures. They dig into why ideas that sound compelling in theory often create unintended consequences in practice—like how retention-based bonuses can fuel scope creep, or why forced sabbaticals don’t actually solve the single-point-of-failure problem they’re designed to address. The conversation reveals thoughtful nuance on both sides. Gini shares her brutal experience with anonymous feedback that backfired when presented poorly. Chip explains why he sees most performance measurement systems as “performance theater” while still advocating for more financial transparency with teams. They discuss the logistical nightmares of scheduling multiple month-long absences and why backup systems for unexpected departures matter more than planned time off. Throughout, they return to a central theme: what works brilliantly at one stage of growth can be completely wrong at another. The goal isn’t to declare Baker’s ideas right or wrong, but to test assumptions and recognize that even the most well-intentioned frameworks deserve scrutiny before implementation. Key takeaways Chip Griffin: “Really to deal with single points of failure, you need to be able to handle those unexpected absences, right? Someone has a family emergency, someone has a health issue. Those are the kinds of things that you wanna make sure you’ve handled.” Gini Dietrich: “When you’re constantly slacking or texting or calling while on vacation, and we don’t give you a response, it makes people angry. But what I’m trying to do is give you the time off because you deserve it and I want you to come back refreshed and ready to work.” Chip Griffin: “When you have incentive compensation, whether that is commissions or for hitting profit targets, the problem that you run into is people tend to focus on the thing that gets them the commission. It doesn’t mean that it’s good revenue. It doesn’t mean that it’s profitable.” Gini Dietrich: “I subscribe to give ongoing feedback. You get feedback consistently. And when we’re in a meeting and I see something that you did really great or I see something that could use some work, I tell you that immediately.” Turn Ideas Into Action Read Baker’s full article and identify your three favorites. Don’t just focus on the disagreements—pull out the ideas that resonate most with your vision for your agency and commit to implementing one of them this quarter. The value in thought experiments like this isn’t picking sides, but using them to clarify what you actually want to build. Spend 30 minutes reading, then schedule time to test one concept that genuinely excites you. Identify your true single points of failure. List every critical role in your agency, then honestly assess what would happen if that person disappeared tomorrow without warning. Focus on unexpected absences—not planned sabbaticals—because those expose the real vulnerabilities. For each critical role, document who could cover the basics for 1-2 weeks while you figure out a longer-term solution. This takes less than an hour and protects you better than mandatory vacation policies. Replace annual reviews with ongoing feedback. If you currently do annual or 360-degree reviews, shift to giving immediate feedback when you observe something—positive or negative. Make it a two-sentence conversation: “That client presentation was excellent because you anticipated their objections” or “When you miss that deadline without communication, it creates problems for the team.” Save annual conversations for compensation changes and goal-setting, not for dumping a year’s worth of stored-up feedback all at once. Resources David C. Baker’s article If I Started A New Firm, Now Related Starting your own agency Should you force employees to take time off? Setting your agency's PTO, vacation, and leave policies Employee compensation essentials for agencies View Transcript The following is a computer-generated transcript. Please listen to the audio to confirm accuracy. Chip Griffin: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Agency Leadership Podcast. I’m Chip Griffin. Gini Dietrich: And I’m Gini Dietrich. Chip Griffin: And Gini, we’re going back to a place that we’ve used for inspiration before. And no, I’m not talking about Reddit this time. Oh, I’m, I’m sorry. Dear listeners, this is not one of our Reddit episodes. Gini Dietrich: I, I’m always scared of the Reddit episodes. Chip Griffin: The Reddit episodes are always, they’re interesting. We’ll leave it at that. Gini Dietrich: Yeah. I saw one the other day that I was like, oh boy, okay. In the real world… Chip Griffin: Sometimes I just, I read those posts in the, in the agency subreddit, and I just, I wonder if, if they’re actual, real people posting about real stuff, because some of it just seems so insane that it just couldn’t be real. Gini Dietrich: Yes. And some of it is very junior level entitled frustrations who don’t understand how a business operates. And so some of it you’re just like, Ugh. Okay. Chip Griffin: Yep. But I mean, we were all once those people sort of a little bit Gini Dietrich: Fair, true. Chip Griffin: At one point in time. Gini Dietrich: Yes. So absolutely. Chip Griffin: But that is not what this episode is. We are going to use another source of inspiration for us that we’ve used in the past, and that is David C. Baker. And, in this case, he had a post in his newsletter recently about what he would do if he was starting his own agency today. And it’s a lengthy article that walks through all of the different choices, that he would make strategically and tactically for the business. And there’s a lot of good food for thought in there. It’s, mm-hmm. It’s probably gonna inspire a few additional episodes, down the road as we dig deeper into some of the specific topics there. But, one of the things that I did on LinkedIn was I broke out into four buckets, my perspective on it, and broke it into things that I agree with, things that I agreed to disagree with. It depends because, hey, that’s our motto here, so why not? It does depend. Yes. Yep. And then of course, food for thought. So, there are far too many points for us to cover in a reasonably length podcast episode. So. I figured why not be controversial? Let’s deal with the disagrees that I had on my list and, use that as our jumping off point. And we’ll of course include a link to the article in the show notes that you can go read the full article as well as additional context around what we’re gonna talk about today because there is a lot to, to explore here. Gini Dietrich: And I think the buckets that you, you broke it into are really good. And for the most part I agree with how you’ve compartmentalized them all. But there are some interesting ones on the agree to disagree bucket. So let’s, let’s do that. Let’s start there. Chip Griffin: Alright. Do you have, do you have one that you would like to start with or do you want me to just start calling ones out? Gini Dietrich: Let’s see. Yeah, there’s, well, yes I do. That we require one month annual sabbatical to eliminate single points of failure. Sounds lovely. I would also like a one month sabbatical every year. Chip Griffin: It’s as, as I understood the article, and it is possible, I misunderstood the intent in the article, but as I understood it, he was suggesting that every year, every employee. Gini Dietrich: Everyone. Yes. Chip Griffin: Had to take a full one month sabbatical. Gini Dietrich: Yes. That’s how I read it as well. Chip Griffin: That is, I mean, it’s a nice idea. I think it is highly impractical for most organizations. And look, I think the, stated intent here is truly a good one, which is to avoid those single points of failure, over reliance on any individual team member. Yeah. ’cause this is a giant problem for agencies, honestly, of most sizes until you get to be giant. But it is something that, that you need to be conscious of. I don’t know that you need a full one month sabbatical for every employee every year in order to get there. Gini Dietrich: Yeah, and I mean, truth be told, like if you’re designing in the agency of the future and you’re starting from scratch today, I don’t know how you do that. I mean, to your point, even in a large organization, I don’t know that how, you do that because it costs a lot of money. Not just resources and time, but it costs money to have people out. And so, you know, if you’re a, you’re an agency of three people or you’re an agency of 50 people, or you’re an agency of hundreds of people, it still costs money. And so requiring that I think is a bit too much. And also, I will say that as somebody who has an extraordinary flexible and generous paid time off plan. There are people who take advantage of those things and you have to adjust to that, unfortunately. And I just don’t think it’s realistic. I don’t think it’s something that you could actually do. I don’t think it’s something you could enforce. I think it would be extraordinarily stressful for the person and for their team, even though it might be nice in writing. I don’t think it’s, realistic in practice. Chip Griffin: Well, I, think you, I mean, you, have a number of logistical issues that come into play here in addition to everything else. And particularly because one of the other, tenants in there that I, disagreed with was, that you would require all employees to take four one week vacations. Over the course of the year. So now you’ve, essentially got all employees out for two out of 12 months. Gini Dietrich: Two outta 12 months. Yes. Chip Griffin: And, that is logistically challenging because how do you do this and make sure that you don’t have too much overlap because inevitably there are certain times where people are going to prefer to do this. I mean, absolutely. If you want to take a one month sabbatical, most people are probably gonna want to do that over the summer months. Yes. When perhaps, you know, family members have access to vacation or those sorts of things. Gini Dietrich: Yep. Chip Griffin: Or they may want it end of year around the holidays and those kinds of things. So you, have collisions between people wanting the same time. If, they, can’t get what they want now, they may be frustrated that I gotta, you know, I have to take off a month in February. What good is that gonna do me? I mean, it’s cold, it’s snowy outside. My family can’t take the time off. My significant other won’t go. Like, Gini Dietrich: yeah, Chip Griffin: so what am I just gonna sit around in my house all day for the month. so I think there are some logistical challenges. So I guess what I, this is one of those ones where I’d say the ideal is nice. I’m not sure that it is practical to implement in the vast majority of firms. I would encourage instead that owners look and try to identify single points of failure and make sure that you have backups. Yes, yes. And frankly, those are important, whether you have someone taking a month off or a week off. And my view is that every employee should have a backup who can at least do the, minimum required for that role while they’re out. Particularly if they’re out suddenly, right? Because being able to plan for it. You’ve got a sabbatical, it’s on the calendar, six months ahead of time. You can get some stuff done early, you can push off some deadlines. There’s a lot of things you can do, but really to deal with single points of failure, you need to be able to handle those unexpected absences, right? Someone has a family emergency, someone has a health issue. Gini Dietrich: Yep. Chip Griffin: Someone gets an opportunity to go on a game show, I don’t know, whatever it is, that takes them away suddenly. Those are the kinds of things that you wanna make sure you’ve, handled, with single points of failure. So. Nice idea. I just, I, don’t think it’s practical for most firms. Gini Dietrich: Yeah. And the other thing I’ll say on the single point of failure piece is one of the things that I experience as an agency owner quite often is that my certain members of my team will take time off, but they can’t… They can’t allow themselves to take time off. So they’re constantly checking in and they’re constantly asking for updates and they’re constantly, and so one of the things I do with them is. You know, ensure A, that you have some backup, and B, that when you’re asking for updates or you’re constantly slacking or texting or calling, that we don’t, we don’t give you a response. And, it makes people angry. But what I’m trying to do is A, give you the time off because you deserve it and, I want you to come back refreshed and ready to work. And B, well, I’ll say C. Actually there’s three, three things, B there, nothing’s going to burn down while one person is out because we have backup and we do have places where there is not a single point of entry. And lastly, it’s really demeaning to your team, like it’s demeaning. And even me as the owner sometimes I’m like, well, don’t you trust me to fall to take care of your clients while you’re gone? Like, come on, seriously. Right. That’s how it makes you feel. So I would say that it’s important from a single point of entry perspective as well to ensure that on the opposite side, that the team feels comfortable taking time off, that they don’t feel angst about taking the time off, that they can take the time off, and that the team behind them is, feels empowered and ready and trusted to do the work. Chip Griffin: Spot on. Alright, well there’s, there’s a lot on this list. So let’s move on to, to something different. How about we talk about open book finances, because this is, one that, I, will say that I disagree with an asterisk. So I, what he’s advocating in his piece is open book finances, including public disclosure of finances on the agency’s website. Gini Dietrich: Nope. Chip Griffin: So, and in general, I am not a fan of full open book either internal or external. Gini Dietrich: Nope. Chip Griffin: However, I do believe that most agency owners would be better off being more transparent than they currently are with their teams. That doesn’t mean being complete open book, but it does mean at a minimum, sharing with them more specifically the trends that are going on with the agency. You know, Even if you take actual numbers out, I like to show charts that show the directionality of revenue, the directionality of expenses. You know, so that you can kind of see those mapped up against each other so that as an employee, you start to understand more about the fundamentals of the business. Gini Dietrich: Yep. Chip Griffin: And it starts to make you less surprised when you’re seeing growth and less surprised when you’re seeing, you know, a narrowing of the gap, say, between revenue and expenses. So therefore, profit is shrinking. I, think that there does need to be more communication about that with, as I always say, education. You can never provide numbers, whether that’s percentages or charts or actual numbers to your team without helping them to understand the economics of the business. Because otherwise you’re just giving them numbers that they will interpret however they want. But I do think the smarter you make your team about these things, the better they can help to manage project budgets, the better and more realistic they can be about compensation and bonuses. All of these things, information helps, but not in my view all the way to full open books, either internal and certainly not external. No, definitely not. I don’t see enough upside doing it external. Gini Dietrich: Definitely. I, can’t imagine doing it externally because all that does is open up the, an invitation for your clients to say, well, you don’t really need to be that profitable, so let’s, take some, let’s take a percentage off like the No, no, no, no, no. And I also think, if I read it correct, his article correctly, he was advocating for open book on everyone’s salaries too. And no, I mean, we do salary bands, but you, do not know exactly how much every person makes. That’s not, that does not contribute to any sort of morale building inside a culture. Absolutely not. Chip Griffin: Yeah. I mean, the only thing I will say to that is that, I, agree with you. However, the reality is that most people have a pretty good idea of what everybody else in the business except the owner is making anyway. And perhaps other select senior level people depending on, how your organization is structured. But pretty much all the juniors know what all every other junior makes. They all talk. Gini Dietrich: Well, and that’s why we have salary bands ’cause everybody pretty much makes the same Chip Griffin: right Gini Dietrich: amount. Right? Like they all make the same, but I’m still not publishing it. Chip Griffin: Exactly. And salary bands, you know, protect you. On that. And so, I mean, you could make the, case as long as you have tight salary bans. Gini Dietrich: Yep. Chip Griffin: Disclosure actually isn’t a problem. But you know, I don’t, I think as long as you have salary bands, you don’t need that. Obviously a lot of states are in here in the US are now requiring more disclosure around salary bands and that kind of stuff. So, you know, we’re headed there as an industry one way or the other. but I do think that salary bands are probably sufficient and, we don’t need to share actual salaries with team members. Gini Dietrich: Yeah, I totally agree with that. Chip Griffin: You know, that said, I will say that all of your employees think you make far more than you do. We’ve talked about this before, so there may actually be an upside for, most owners to share what their actual take home is because Gini Dietrich: that like 10 people actually make more than I do. Chip Griffin: Yeah. Yeah. I mean, I know a lot of agencies where the owner is making less than team members. Gini Dietrich: Yes. Chip Griffin: Which is wild to me, but. Gini Dietrich: There’s also the upside on that though, if, you’re profitable and you make enough money at the end of the year, you get, you get that. But yes, from a salary perspective. Chip Griffin: Right, right. Alright, how about, 360s? My, one of my pet peeves. I consider it performance theater. I think most KPIs and OKRs and all these things, I think it’s all performance theater. I think it has very little to do with what actual performance outcomes you get from your team. But, 360s, you know, they’ve been popular for a couple of decades now. I don’t understand them. You know, I’ve been in organizations that, have done them. I will confess that, that, you know, at various points in time, my own businesses have experimented with them, and most of the feedback that you get from them is borderline worthless. Because most of it falls into the category of nobody wants to say anything really bad about anything else, it’s, you know, at worst it’s lukewarm. But then of course, you always get the random ones who just, they have an ax to grind Gini Dietrich: Yep. Chip Griffin: And they’re gonna use the 360 Yep. As their way to grind an ax against a colleague. Yep. Or, or another department. Yep. Or whatever. Gini Dietrich: Yep. Chip Griffin: And I, I’ve yet to see any, that actually helps to provide good feedback from the employees to the owner themselves. That’s just, I mean, you can tell people it’s anonymous. You can use an outside advisor to organize it, but people are not gonna put in writing. Even if they think it’s anonymous, any perspective about the owner, it just, it doesn’t happen in, the real world. Gini Dietrich: Yeah. I agree with you. The only time I’ve, and it this happened to me, the only time I’ve seen it be effective is I, early in my agency life, business life, I hired somebody externally to do interviews. It was all anonymous, it was all verbal, nothing was recorded, and people were absolutely brutal. And the way he presented it to me made me so defensive that I couldn’t take even the kernels of feedback that I needed to hear. And there was some in there, but it was so brutal. And he, the way, and he presented it, I, in retrospect, I think he embellished some of it to make me, I, to make it like more jarring and alarming. Because he thought that that would make me wake up and pay attention. And in fact, it had the opposite effect. It was not, not good at all. And then I didn’t feel good about the people I had hired. Because it was, it was brutal. So I agree that, they’re not great. I subscribe to the give feedback, ongoing feedback. And so I don’t do annual reviews, I don’t do 360 reviews. You get feedback consistently. And when we’re in a meeting and I see something that you did really great or I see something that could use some work, I tell you that immediately. When I’m trying, when I want to coach you on something, I do that immediately and I ask my team to do the same with their team. So there’s, we have the ongoing feedback and then the annual review, quote unquote, is, Hey. We met our goals, we did really, really well. Here’s a raise, or you know what? This year was shitty and it sucked. You did your part in trying to make it better. I’m gonna give you a cost of living raise or whatever it happens to be, right? But it’s not a, here’s all the shitty things that your clients say, and here’s all the shitty things that your colleagues say and more about, I, you already know that you’re doing a great job in these areas. You already know that these are areas that need to be worked on, and we just continue to move forward. Chip Griffin: Yeah, I mean, I’ll say from, an owner trying to get, you know, feedback and perspective from the team there. You know, you, I wouldn’t do it through a, you know, a normal 360 review process, but you know, what, you’ve described part of it, I think the, whoever you hired got it right in having, you know, very anonymous conversations with team members. And I think that bringing an outside advisor who has those kinds of conversations, nothing in writing, it’s just it, you know, it’s dialogue back and forth. I do those for my clients from time to time. I’ll be honest, I, you know, I would say it’s maybe 50/50 whether I feel like I’m truly getting candid feedback. Gini Dietrich: Sure. Chip Griffin: from the team members, because usually I don’t have any prior relationship with them, so they don’t know whether they truly can trust me or not. But you know, it’s, I mean, even 50% in most cases is enough to start, you know, pulling some common threads. But the whole, the way you use that information as an outside advisor, the way you present that. Matters a lot. And so you need to really understand how is it gonna land best with the owner that has hired you. And is that by being blunt, is that by sort of internalizing the knowledge and sometimes I’ll just use it in my ongoing conversations to try to steer things. Yes. To address some of that feedback. Sure. Without even explicitly saying, well, Gini Dietrich: yes, Chip Griffin: you know, the whole team said you’re very bad at X, Y, and Z. Gini Dietrich: Brutal. Chip Griffin: But instead, try to find other ways Yes. To, achieve the same outcome, because then the team starts to feel like it was useful to talk with me, and the owner then starts to feel good about the way the team starts to pull together and all that kind of stuff. But it, is, delicate and, I would say that, you know, the, typical 360 process where it tends to be, you know, written survey feedback form type things, I, just, I think that’s, it’s very difficult to see that working in most cases and in my own experience, it has rarely worked out, the way people would like it to. Gini Dietrich: Yeah, totally agree. Chip Griffin: All right. let’s see. We have time probably for at least one more, or maybe just one more here from the list. I don’t know if there’s something that, that jumps out at you that you would like to have, covered. Gini Dietrich: Let me look, let me look. Uh, maybe we can mush board of advisors and direct access to CEO together. Chip Griffin: Sure. Although they’re, well no, because the direct access to CEO is the CEO of the client. Gini Dietrich: Oh, oh, got it, got it, got it. Chip Griffin: So they, they are, they are separate issues. Got it. But I, mean, I think either, either board of advisors, the other one I would throw out there is a possible one is the, tying all, employee comp to have an incentive component. Oh, yeah. I, think either one of those would be good. So I’ll let you pick between board of advisors or employee comp. Gini Dietrich: Employee comp. Chip Griffin: So, this is, this is one of my pet peeves. And I’m sure that David doesn’t know this, and, if he did that… Gini Dietrich: Ha! He wrote it just because he knew it was your pet peeve. Chip Griffin: But, but his argument was that every employee should have at least some of their compensation effectively at risk as part of a, an incentive compensation plan. And I hate this idea. I hate formulaic, incentive-based compensation for virtually all employees. And I’ll be controversial here, it doesn’t really apply to most agencies, but I don’t think it should apply to most sales reps either. Because I think that when you have incentive compensation, whether that is commissions or for hitting profit targets or you know, other things, the problem that you run into is people tend to the extent that they pay attention to it at all. Right? So. You’ve got a couple of risks here. One is that you’re paying people for things they don’t even care about. Right? Right. You know, I mean, I’ve had sales reps they were gonna sell or not sell, and it had nothing to do with the commission they were getting. Gini Dietrich: Fair. Chip Griffin: Now that’s rare. Most sales reps are incented by their commission and, so they will try harder to get it, but what are they doing? They’re, focused on the thing that gets them the commission, which is the actual signature on the contract and the revenue. It doesn’t mean that it’s good revenue. It doesn’t mean that it’s profitable. It doesn’t mean that it’s a good client. It doesn’t mean you can get results for them. It doesn’t mean any of those things. And you’re now creating tension because if you have more than one sales rep, nobody wants to help each other because then they gotta split the commission. And so, but this goes beyond, you know, sales and other ways of doing incentive compensation. You still have, it’s very difficult to craft a plan. Gini Dietrich: Yeah. Chip Griffin: That doesn’t have unintended consequences. Yeah. And particularly when you’re outside of the sales realm, my experience is that most employees are not truly motivated to hit specific targets for their incentive comp. They’re either gonna do a good job or they’re not. And it has nothing to do with you saying if you hit this target, you’ll get a little bit extra. But to the extent that it is, it does have those unintended consequences because now they’re fixated on, I mean, let’s say it’s client retention. So now what if, if you’ve got a client retention target and if you have a client retention over 85%, you get a bonus. Sounds great. Right? Because we’re, retaining clients. Except that what are we doing to retain those clients? Right? Oftentimes that means we’re going to go way down the, rabbit hole of scope creep. Yep. And, we’re just gonna be giving them all sorts of freebies to keep them around. And so those are the things we need to think about. And it’s, why in general, I’m opposed to all forms of incentive comp. Gini Dietrich: Yeah, I agree with you. I mean, one of the things that we do do is we say you can earn up to a certain percentage of your salary in bonus. It’s the end of year bonus. And here are the, gates, like revenue, profitability, all the things. But most of it is not reliant on the individual. Most of it’s reliant on the company as a whole. And so we all have to work together to achieve those goals. And then they sort of know like, okay, well this, this is where we are, so I’m gonna make 90% of that percentage or whatever it happens to be. So they are they are clear about those kinds of things and they tend, because of that, they tend to ask… They tend to be more engaged and ask more strategic questions about work, and they’re more thoughtful about it. But to your point, we don’t reward scope creep. We don’t reward, you know, keeping a client longer than we should. Those kinds of things. Those, like, we take those pieces out. So we, do it based on, we don’t do it commission or incentive based, but we do do it based on a certain percentage of your salary if we meet certain objectives as an organization. Chip Griffin: I mean, that’s better, but I’ll be honest, I still don’t like it. Gini Dietrich: Yeah. It works for us. It’s highly motivating for us. Chip Griffin: And that’s, the thing. I mean, the, as we say at the end of every, episode, it depends. So even these things where Gini Dietrich: mm-hmm. Chip Griffin: You know, we may disagree, you know, where David has different ideas than we do, that doesn’t mean that, that none of them can work in your agency. Right. and I think that it’s, that’s a point that, that he made in a LinkedIn conversation that, that we had, recently as well. You know, some of these may be good ideas, some of them may be bad ideas. Some of them may be good ideas, but you know, wrong place, wrong time or wrong agency, wrong time. And, some of these ideas are good at different stages of the lifecycle of even your own agency. So something that works when you have two employees may not work when you have 20 or 200. Right. And so, you know, I just, I, love articles like this though, because it gives you that food for thought. It makes you think, it makes you, you know, to test your assumptions. You know that I’m a huge, advocate of curiosity generally. And so, you know, making you think about things is helpful. And so hopefully we’ve made you think just as David made us think. And, so we, appreciate that and, we hope that we’ve given you those insights here that may help you think through decisions for your own agency. And of course, you know, check out the full article for many, many more ideas beyond what we were able to cover today. Gini Dietrich: Yeah, absolutely. It was a really good, really good article. Chip Griffin: Absolutely. So thank you all for joining us. That will conclude this episode of the Agency Leadership Podcast. I’m Chip Griffin. Gini Dietrich: I’m Gini Dietrich, Chip Griffin: and it depends.

Limitless Athlete Podcast
When Facing Tough Decisions, Do This

Limitless Athlete Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 6:10


This is how you navigate those moments in business and life that seem impossible

Da Porch Podcast
Ep 225 Tough Decisions

Da Porch Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 65:28


Every uncomfortable decision isn't necessarily tough. Is the answer truly difficult or have we become unwilling to change therefore making the obvious choice appear to be more challenging than it truly is?

BMitch & Finlay
Hour 3 - Commanders Have Tough Decisions To Make

BMitch & Finlay

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 39:18


Hour 3 of BMitch & Finlay features the guys discussing some of the players who could leave Washington this offseason.

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective
Time For Bucks To Trade Giannis? Tough Decisions For Curry & Warriors + Former NBA Star Joakim Noah Joins!

Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 62:06


Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to talk a brutal week for the Warriors following Jimmy Butler's ACL tear and if it is time for some difficult conversations about the future of the franchise. Then, the guys break down the state of the Bucks & Giannis as we get closer to the trade deadline including if it is in Milwaukee's best interest to trade him. Finally, former NBA Star Joakim Noah joins the show to talk his trip to Serbia with Brian and share some stories about Derrick Rose and the Bulls of the 2010's ahead of D-Rose's jersey retirement in Chicago this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA on ESPN
The Hoop Collective: Time For Bucks To Trade Giannis? Tough Decisions For Curry & Warriors + Former NBA Star Joakim Noah Joins!

NBA on ESPN

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 62:06


Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Vince Goodwill and Anthony Slater to talk a brutal week for the Warriors following Jimmy Butler's ACL tear and if it is time for some difficult conversations about the future of the franchise. Then, the guys break down the state of the Bucks & Giannis as we get closer to the trade deadline including if it is in Milwaukee's best interest to trade him. Finally, former NBA Star Joakim Noah joins the show to talk his trip to Serbia with Brian and share some stories about Derrick Rose and the Bulls of the 2010's ahead of D-Rose's jersey retirement in Chicago this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Family Business with The Alessis
Pressure of Modern Parenting: Making Tough Decisions about Discipline and Your Children's Health

The Family Business with The Alessis

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 34:45 Transcription Available


Ever feel overwhelmed by the endless decisions you have to make as a parent - not to mention the barrage of advice from experts with ever-changing opinions? In this episode, we get the treat of having two of the next generation Alessi couples in the podcast booth - Stephanie and Chris Muina, and Richelle and Christopher Alessi. Together, they are jumping into the raw realities of raising young kids—sharing laughs, struggles, and honest takes on gentle parenting, immunization and trusting your doctors, discipline, and letting go of comparison. You'll discover how friendship, flexibility, and faith help keep balance when every family meal and doctor's visit brings new choices and opinions.Hear how they navigate the pressure to do everything “right,” wrestle with modern parenting controversies, and find peace by trusting their instincts and holding on to their parental authority. You'll walk away with fresh perspective on giving yourself grace, trusting your gut, and savoring the everyday chaos—plus get practical encouragement for loving your kids (and yourself) through both wins and mess-ups.Support the showJoin our Podience Textline! You can connect with us via text to ask questions and get updates! Text FAMILY to 302-524-0800 Get our TFB Newsletter Join our TFB Newsletter and get more inside news from the Alessis + tips and strategies for a happier family! Get free access to the newsletter Support the Family Business Follow Us on Instagram and Facebook Subscribe on YouTube Leave a review Listen to the Alessi sisters' daily devotional podcast My Morning Devotional Follow Our New Podcast with Mary Alessi and her twin sister Martha Munizzi Watch The Mary and Martha Show

The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro
The Habs Will Have Some Tough Decisions To Make | The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro Jan 19 2026

The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 65:11


On this episode of The Sick Podcast, Eric Engels joins Tony Marinaro to discuss the Montreal Canadiens' incredible comeback win in Ottawa on Saturday, the grueling schedule taking a toll on the players and coaching staff, the return of injured players forcing other players out of the lineup, Kirby Dach practicing on a line with Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield, Patrik Laine's chair with the Canadiens, how Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton should approach the upcoming Olympic roster freeze and potential trade opportunities, a player of interest currently with the New York Rangers and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The M. Kain Coaching Podcast
Tough Decisions in Recovery

The M. Kain Coaching Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 59:22


Receive info about upcoming resources and online seminars HERE: https://www.strongnotstarving.com/snsinfoFeeling calm around food. Less food noise. Being okay in your own body. Worth it? For me, absolutely.In this episode, I'm joined by Annabell to talk about the hard decisions that actually helped us move out of binge eating. Changes to environment, identity, habits, and relationships, choices that didn't feel good at the time, but paid off later.We unpack why avoiding hard choices keeps people stuck, and why facing them, carefully and intentionally, leads somewhere better.Book a Call with Marcus Here: https://form.jotform.com/240493269367062 Free Strong Not Starving tips and insights ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://www.strongnotstarving.com/snsweeklytipsStrong Not Starving Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongnotstarving?igsh=MTBpbnVna2Nyd3hnMA==Strong Not Starving Youtube: https://youtube.com/@strongnotstarving?si=zzmTveIdGUD0omuMWebsite: www.strongnotstarving.com

Shit They Don’t Tell You with Nikki Limo and Steve Greene
NEW YEAR, NEW PROBLEMS, NEW TOUGH DECISIONS

Shit They Don’t Tell You with Nikki Limo and Steve Greene

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 67:29


It's the start of a new year, and the world is a bit cray cray at the moment, and many are being forced to make some difficult choices. Hence, we're revisiting a classic episode about agonizing decisions. Whether it's about your career, your love life, or that rash that just won't go away, you're going to arrive at a fork in the road where there is no easy answer as to your next move. It's exactly this type of conundrum that is the topic of today's episode. Nikki and Steve are here to show you that with the right data, research, and self-reflection, any difficult decision can be made. No matter how indecisive you may be, today you'll learn how to confidently pull the trigger. To check out the inc.com article: ⁠https://www.inc.com/amy-morin/this-is-the-biggest-mistake-people-make-when-it-comes-to-taking-risks.html Nikki is now an ambassador for Club WPT Gold! Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://clubwptgold.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code NIKKI to sign up! Follow the podcast on Insta: @shttheydonttellyou Follow Nikki on Insta: @NikkiLimo Follow Steve on Insta: @SteveGreeneComedy To visit our Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.patreon.com/stikki⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/STDTYPodYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening, or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/ShtTheyDontTellYou⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you want to support the show, and get all our episodes ad-free go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stdty.supercast.tech/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/ShtTheyDontTellYou⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To submit your questions/feedback, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@nikki.limo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To call in with questions/feedback, leave us a voicemail at: (765) 734-0840 To watch more Nikki & Steve on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.youtube.com/nikkilimo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch more of Nikki talking about Poker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/trickniks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To check out Nikki's Jewelry Line: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kittensandcoffee.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Introvert Leader
How to Make Tough Decisions at Work

The Introvert Leader

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 10:04 Transcription Available


The people who grow the fastest in their careers know how to make decisions, even when both options are terrible. In this episode, I share a five-question framework I've used for over a decade to make fast, clear decisions, plus how to recover when you get it wrong.Timestamps01:18 – StoryTime: Where I developed the decision-making framework.03:30 – The 5 Lens Decision Making Framework: The five key questions I run every decision through to reduce fear and make high-quality decisions fast. 5:37 – What to Do When All the Options Suck: My two survival questions for navigating no-win situations where none of the choices feel right.7:25 – How to Bounce Back After a Bad Decision: Three keys to recovering fast when you make the wrong call.9:16 – Challenge for Listeners: Take one uncomfortable decision you've been avoiding and run it through this framework.Career & Leadership CoachingWant a better career? Clients who work with us earn 57% more and get promoted 3x faster on average: Book your free career clarity call here.Free ResourcesThe Brag Sheet (free Career Achievement Tracker): HereTake the free Career Fulfillment quiz: HereEngageNew episodes drop every other Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe.Send in your career, leadership, or self-development questions and I'll answer them on air.Email: theintrovertleader@gmail.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/austinchopkinsYouTube: ​Austin HopkinsCareer Coaching: www.sts-coaching.com

Mad Radio
Sometimes We Have To Make Tough Decisions As Sports Fans

Mad Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 34:07


Payne and Bijani talk about some of the big college football playoff matchups going on today and discuss last night's HUGE upset Miami had over the defending champs Ohio State! Is the first round bye too long of a break for these teams? Will the Texans be scoreboard watching the Titans vs Jags … will you be switching between the two games going on at the same time? How will the Texans handle the game if the Jags start to pull away from the Titans?

Kan English
Trump and Netanyahu face some tough decisions

Kan English

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 9:50


US President Donald Trump hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida Monday for talks that are expected to cover Gaza and a range of other pressing issues. Any decisions made could have a potentially momentous impact on questions that determine the future of the region. It will be their sixth meeting since Trump's return to office 11 months ago. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Prof Eitan Gilboa, an expert on US-Israel relations from Bar Ilan and Reichman universities, ahead of the Florida meeting. (Photo: AP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dale & Keefe
Would you rather Wednesday: Tough decisions

Dale & Keefe

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 12:04


Would you rather Wednesday: Tough decisions

Nick Carrier's Best You Podcast
Making Tough Decisions With Faith with Bishop Kevin Foreman

Nick Carrier's Best You Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 53:46


In this Best You Podcast episode, Nick sits down with Bishop Kevin Foreman—affectionately known as The People's Bishop—a pastor, entrepreneur, speaker, and visionary leader whose energy and faith are absolutely contagious.From his humble beginnings in Memphis to leading a thriving church and movement that spans across multiple states, Bishop Foreman's story is one of transformation, resilience, and unwavering faith. He's not just a spiritual leader—he's a man who lives his message, having lost over 120 pounds through discipline, self-belief, and commitment to walking in God's “shalom”—where nothing is missing, nothing is lacking, nothing is broken, and all is well.This conversation covers everything from mindset and ministry to decision-making, discipline, and daily faith practices.What You'll Learn:●      Religion vs. Spirituality - how he defines the two and why it matters●      Easing the Burden - The biggest mindset shift that helped ease the burden he was putting on himself as a Pastor●      Decision Making in Faith - How he uses the Bible, prayer, and conversation with God in decision making●      Lifestyle Change - The changes he made to lose 120 pounds and stay healthy

Negotiate Anything: Negotiation | Persuasion | Influence | Sales | Leadership | Conflict Management

When the stakes are high, your emotions are loud, and every option feels wrong… how do you make the right call? In this masterclass, three experts break down the hidden psychological, emotional, and strategic forces behind tough decisions — the things no one teaches you at work, in school, or in life. You'll learn why your brain freezes under pressure, how fear distorts your judgment, and why overthinking often feels productive but keeps you stuck. Best-selling author Patrick McGinnis explains the origins of FOMO and FOBO and reveals how too many choices destroy clarity. Kwame Christian shows how internal conflict shapes external negotiation — and why timing, creativity, and emotional control matter more than logic. Leadership expert Stephanie Hanna shares how top performers simplify decisions, trust their instincts, and remove options to move forward with confidence. Contact ANI ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠negotiateanything.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!⁠⁠

Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank: Get Daily Insights from the Top Internet Marketers & Entrepreneurs Around the World
1499: Make Tough Decisions: Strengthen Leadership and Drive Board Success  with Author and Leadership Expert Rick Williams

Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank: Get Daily Insights from the Top Internet Marketers & Entrepreneurs Around the World

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 31:40


Rick Williams is a seasoned keynote speaker, board member, author, management consultant, company founder, and podcast host recognized for his ability to teach leaders how to make difficult decisions that shape the future. Drawing on his extensive experience serving on boards of technology companies and leading organizations, Rick combines real-world lessons in leadership, decision-making, and board governance with a passion for mentorship and growth. He is known for making complex business topics relatable, whether addressing Harvard Business School alumni, writing for CEO World Magazine, or sharing lessons from the sailboat races he loves. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Rick Williams returns to host Robert Plank in a conversation that dives deep into high-stakes leadership, the critical role of board members, and the lasting impact of teaching by example. Rick discusses promoting his book “Create the Future,” launching his new podcast, and distilling lessons from headline-making events such as the Tesla board's decision on Elon Musk's compensation. Through stories of business, sailboat racing, and personal experiences, Rick shares actionable strategies for building effective boards, making tough calls, and fostering a mindset that empowers teams and organizations to thrive. Quotes: “Your job as a leader is to make decisions, and those decisions create the future.” “A board should be a value accelerator, not just a group of your friends.” “The most important job of a board is to hire the right CEO at the right time for the company.” Resources: Connect with Rick Williams on LinkedIn. Rick Williams: Helping Leaders Succeed Create the Future: Powerful Decision‑Making Tools for Your Company and Yourself

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey
Ep. 388: Making Tough Decisions

Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 55:37


In the special segment "Big Topic," Laura shares a difficult decision she made recently that affects her entire family. She discusses the first moment that her gut instinct signalled that things were amiss in this particular situation as well as the events leading up to the decision. Also, Shanna talks about a smaller scale, but still significant, tough choice she recently made to take care of herself. Finally, Laura and Shanna share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9.5 years old, and Laura's kids are 6.5 years old and 4.5 years old.Topics discussed in this episode:-Making tough decisions to take care of yourself and your kids-Learning from your past mistakes as a mom-Knowing when to trust your gut as a mom-What to do when your child is having a hard time at school-How to talk to your kids about a big change-Two fantastic, funny picture books for kidsProducts, links, resources mentioned in this episode:-Doheny State Beach Campsite-"Bathe the Cat" by Alice B. McGinty, Illustrated by David Roberts-"Strange Planet: The Sneaking, Hiding, Vibrating Creature" by Nathan W. Pyle-Nathan W. Pyle on InstagramThis episode's full show notes can be found here.Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcastJoin our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.Visit our website!Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Broadcasts – Christian Working Woman
Guidance from Scripture for Tough Decisions – II

Broadcasts – Christian Working Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2025 14:28


Let's look at some passages from the Bible that give specific and clear instruction about many tough decisions. I want to begin with: Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness (2 Corinthians 6:14)? If you're facing a decision about a relationship—it could be marriage, a business partnership, or an organization you're considering—this verse will give you guidance. If there is a yoke involved in that relationship, it should only be with a fellow believer. A yoke is a wooden crosspiece fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to the plow or cart they pull. It binds them together to do a job. The yoke Paul is talking about is any kind of covenant, contract, or even unwritten commitment that would bind you with someone for a certain purpose. Of course, that applies to marriage. Are you facing a critical decision about whether to begin a new relationship that could lead to marriage? If so, this is wisdom you need before you begin: Are you both truly committed to Jesus Christ, do you hold the same doctrinal beliefs, and are you both involved in serving the Lord in some way? How many people do I know—men and women—who chose to ignore this biblical principle in choosing their mate! And in every case, they lived to regret it. What you want in a good marriage is close fellowship, two people joined together as one, and how can light and darkness be joined together? This is an unequivocal principle from God's Word; there's no way to read it any other way. It may be a difficult decision, especially if your feelings are already engaged, but choosing not to be yoked unequally will prove the best for you in the long run. This applies not only to marriage but to other types of partnerships as well, where you are legally or verbally committed to a project or business. This verse is clear guidance, and to overlook it is to invite disaster into your life. Here's another clear directive: The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender (Proverbs 22:7). Are you facing a financial decision? This passage warns against unwise debt. The person who borrows too much and has excessive debt is indeed slave to that debt. Credit card companies are making a lot of money because so many people are trapped in perpetual debt. Honestly, they don't want you to pay off your card and be debt free, because they are charging huge interest rates. If you'll just pay the minimum, they're more than happy to keep you in debt. Our culture has become a slave to materialism, and we are bombarded with all kinds of advertising that entices us to spend more, own more, have more—as though it will make us happy. Who of us hasn't fallen prey to their enticements and gone in debt for stuff we didn't really need. One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is to set a goal to be debt free as soon as you possibly can. There is helpful material available to help you set up a budget and become debt free, and the wise person will follow it. Think more than twice about taking on new debt. It will enslave you faster than you can imagine. Here is a passage that gives us a general directive to guide specific decisions: So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31). You can take this quite literally and make sure you're making wise decisions about what you are eating and drinking. Those decisions may seem small at the time, but they truly have a huge impact on your future health, energy, and ability to function. God will hold you accountable as to the stewardship of your body and your health. Some things are out of your control, but many problems can be avoided by paying attention to what you take into your body. Every decision needs to be put under this spotlight, as we ask ourselves, will this bring glory to God? For example, you may be deciding whether to take a new job or not. That's a momentous decision. You need to carefully evaluate the impact this new job will have on your life. Will you have less time for your family or church? Will you have to compromise your Christian testimony to do this job? Is the product or service offered by this job one you can be proud to be associated with? I have a friend who was faced with a decision of whether to keep the job she had—a good paying job with good benefits—but the product was anything but wholesome and helpful. Her dilemma was to decide if as a Christian she should be associated with such an organization. This verse governed her decision; there was no way she could justify remaining with the company because it promoted anything but a pure and helpful lifestyle. At some financial loss to herself, she resigned. I can tell you she has no regrets about that now, and she went from that job to working for a church where she was able to encourage and help many people. One more passage which gives some specific guidelines when you're facing a tough decision is: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things (Philippians 4:8). You could make a list of the characteristics in this verse to help guide any decision you face: Is it true? Would this decision be based on truth or would it cause some kind of deception or lie? Is it noble? Noble means it would show fine personal qualities or high moral principles and ideals. Is it right? Would anyone be treated unfairly because of this decision? Is there another decision you could make that would clearly be more fair and just? Is it pure? A pure decision is one that isn't tainted with wrong motives or impurity or lack of integrity. Is it lovely? Would this decision show love in some way or could it be a means to destroy love. Is it admirable and excellent and praiseworthy? Would people you trust approve and confirm it is a good decision? Think about your decision in these terms. If it checks all these boxes, it's a good sign this could be a good decision. But if it misses on some of them, it should give you pause to think further about it. Once you've sought God's wisdom for your tough decision, then move forward with God's timing and his courage to do what you know is right. Expect God to work in your life through your decision but also know even the right and best decision can cause difficulties. Proverbs 22:3 says the prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. It's good to count the cost in advance and be prepared for the consequences of your decision. Some tough decisions are indeed loaded with potential negative consequences, and so there could be bumpy roads ahead. In addition, you and I can make mistakes even as we try to do it right. Ecclesiastes 11:4 says whoever watches the wind will not plant; whoever looks at the clouds will not reap. That just means if you're waiting for totally perfect conditions before you make a decision, you will never get anything done. There are times when faced with a tough decision, you do your best to seek God's wisdom, and then you move ahead with courage despite your fears and doubts. But you're never alone in this process. As a believer in Jesus Christ, he is there with you, as he has promised, and his Holy Spirit is your constant companion to give you God's thoughts, and heavenly wisdom. It's one of the greatest benefits we have as children of God—to have his personal guidance on a daily basis through his Word and his Spirit within us. We are not lone rangers having to do it all by ourselves. What good news that is.

Broadcasts – Christian Working Woman
Guidance from Scripture for Tough Decisions – I

Broadcasts – Christian Working Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 14:28


Most of us would consider it a dream come true if every time we faced a tough decision, a hand from heaven would come and write on our wall, pointing us to the right choice. But frankly, that wouldn't work too well when you think about it. If God gave us a decision we didn't like, then we'd be faced with whether we would choose to follow God's choice. The first question I have to ask you is this: If God would come down in some miraculous way and give you clear directions when you're facing a tough decision, would you unquestionably and immediately be willing to do what he told you? Have you finally come to understand God's ways are better than your ways—that his thoughts are above your thoughts—that he has good plans for you and his directions are the very best for you? Until you really want above everything else to know and do God's will—until you are passionately desirous of pleasing God in all your ways, God could write on your walls and you wouldn't be happy if it wasn't exactly what you wanted. Many times, we just want God to bless our decisions, not redirect us. I know this from experience in my own life. For ten long years I said I wanted God's will for my life, but the truth was, I only wanted it if his plan was my plan! Therefore, many times I made very bad decisions because I was convinced my way was best. The first and most important issue you and I face, as Christ-followers, when it comes to the tough decisions of our lives, is to determine in advance if we truly want to know what God would have us do and if we are totally committed to following his guidance. Let me assure you God never plays hide and seek with those who are seeking his guidance. He's not trying to make it difficult for you to know what to do in puzzling and tough situations. He wants you to know his will more than you want to know it! Search your heart and make sure you truly want heavenly guidance. That's the starting place. When you follow biblical truth, you can't go wrong. Having faith to trust in God’s wisdom is the key to making right decisions. You may want handwriting on your walls, but the good news is, you have something far better to guide you, and that is the inspired Word of God, the Bible. Romans 15:4 says everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. There is hope for you whenever you're facing a tough decision, and it is at your fingertips, in the written word of God. And on top of having our Bibles, we have our own personal teacher, the Holy Spirit. Jesus told his disciples when he left them God the Father would send his Spirit to guide them. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you (John 14:26). The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes (Psalm 19:8). It's a very wonderful and special experience when you go to God's Word and look for his guidance. That word becomes personal and special to you—as though it was put there just for you for whatever you're facing. It really is an “ah-ha” moment as you realize God has taken his Word and spoken to you personally through it. I want to point out four specific Scripture passages that tell us how to approach a tough decision. There are many others, but these will get you started on the right path. And here's the first verse we need to heed: If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you (James 1:5). This is where you begin every time you face a tough decision. You ask God to give you wisdom. Let me ask you: Do you often pray for wisdom? Why wouldn't you take advantage of this wonderful provision God offers to us—wisdom given generously? That's what you need when you're trying to make a good decision, right? You need wisdom. Wisdom has been promised to you. Just take God at his word and pray for wisdom. I've been praying this verse for years, recognizing how desperately I need wisdom all the time. I tend to make fast decisions, and sometimes they're not the best because I haven't sought God's wisdom. You can save yourself a lot of grief and regret by praying for wisdom on a regular basis so you're ready to face whatever tough decision comes up. I remember not long after I began seriously praying for wisdom, when I was faced with a difficult decision on short notice, and I had to respond rather quickly. I made a decision that turned out to be right on—a very good decision that brought good results. Afterwards, I realized God had just answered my prayer. I was given wisdom to make a good decision, and I knew it was from God. It was not my usual knee-jerk response but was a wise and good decision. God says he will give us wisdom and when we pray for it, he answers our prayer. It's just that simple, yet many times we don't take God at his word, and we try to do it in our own wisdom, which can be pretty risky. Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes (Psalm 37:7). Sometimes when we are pressed to make tough decisions, there's the temptation to be quick and presumptuous instead of waiting on God. That certainly has been my way of operating far too often. Being still before God means we will have periods of time when it seems like nothing is happening. This can be the toughest spot for us—waiting on God to give us guidance. Sometimes it's a timing issue; we want to move now but God knows it's better to wait. You may not think anything is happening, but God is working behind-the-scenes for you. Pray for wisdom and then be still and wait before the Lord for his timing. Remember that waiting before the Lord means exactly that—spending time in his presence, in his Word, in prayer, and in finding strength and courage because you've spent time with God. Don't skip this step. It's important when you're facing tough decisions. Listen to advice and accept instruction, and at the end you will be counted among the wise (Proverbs 19:20). If you start asking everyone or anyone for advice, you're likely to get all kinds of wrong guidance. But Scripture teaches us to seek help when we're facing tough decisions. However, it's important to screen out the voices and hear from those who walk closely with God. Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm (Proverbs 13:20). Another proverb tells us to make plans by seeking advice; if you wage war, obtain guidance (Proverbs 20:18). Again, you need to seek advice from the right people—godly people who have a track record of walking with God, and who lean heavily on God's truth in offering advice or help. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him and he will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6). Do your homework—your due diligence, as we say. Seek wisdom from God and advice from trusted people. But in the end, trust in the Lord and lean not on your own understanding. God's wisdom is often so different from ours because he knows everything; he sees the end from the beginning. Make sure you submit all your ways to the Lord. That simply means you live in obedience to the principles of Scripture; there is no known area of willful sin or disobedience in your life—no rebellion. That's important when we're seeking God's wisdom and guidance. He has promised to make your path straight—to show you the right way and guide you where you should go. But the condition to that promise is you submit all your ways to him. The tough decisions of life are testing points. Do you really trust God or not? Are you open to his way, which may be out of your comfort zone? Whenever we let go of our will and make ourselves open to God's will, we make a way for God to work a miracle. Whether you're facing a tough decision right now, there will be some soon enough. Establishing some disciplines to guide your decision-making process in advance is wise. The consequences of our tough decisions are often life-changing, so it's important that you and I are prepared to face those choices with biblical guidance. I encourage you to use the Scripture I've given you today—as well as many others you will find on your own—to help you take the fear and worry out of those tough decisions. As you acknowledge the Lord in all your ways, he will direct your path, and it will be for your good.

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom
#775: ZICO Coconut Water Founder Mark Rampolla on brand integrity and the courage to make tough decisions

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 26:19


For most entrepreneurs, the exit is the goal, as well as the end of at least that part of their story. But what if the end is actually a new beginning?Agility requires a deep understanding of your brand's core purpose and the conviction to protect it. This often means having the courage to reverse a decision that was once seen as the ultimate success.Today, we're going to talk about brand integrity, the founder's paradox of building a company to sell, and what happens when you get a second chance to reclaim the brand you created. We'll explore the delicate balance between corporate scale and entrepreneurial soul, and how a brand's purpose can be its most resilient asset.To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Mark Rampolla, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Groundforce Capital. About Mark Rampolla Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of ZICO Coconut Water, a brand that helped create the now $8 billion global coconut water category. After growing ZICO into one of the fastest-growing beverages worldwide, Mark sold the company to Coca Cola in 2013. He then transitioned into investing, co-founding PowerPlant Partners, where he played a key role in the plant-based food movement, including the success of Beyond Meat.In 2020, Mark made a bold move by repurchasing ZICO from Coca Cola with a group of investors, including Jesse Itzler and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Now, through GroundForce Capital, Mark manages $500 million in assets, focusing on health, wellness, and sustainability investments. His journey reflects a deep commitment to innovation and positive change in the consumer goods industry. Mark Rampolla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksrampolla/ Resources Founder Groundforce Capital: https://www.markrampolla.co/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Palm Springs, Feb 23-26 in Palm Springs, CA. Go here for more details: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom
#775: ZICO Coconut Water Founder Mark Rampolla on brand integrity and the courage to make tough decisions

The Agile World with Greg Kihlstrom

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 28:49


For most entrepreneurs, the exit is the goal, as well as the end of at least that part of their story. But what if the end is actually a new beginning? Agility requires a deep understanding of your brand's core purpose and the conviction to protect it. This often means having the courage to reverse a decision that was once seen as the ultimate success. Today, we're going to talk about brand integrity, the founder's paradox of building a company to sell, and what happens when you get a second chance to reclaim the brand you created. We'll explore the delicate balance between corporate scale and entrepreneurial soul, and how a brand's purpose can be its most resilient asset. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Mark Rampolla, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Groundforce Capital. About Mark Rampolla Mark Rampolla is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of ZICO Coconut Water, a brand that helped create the now $8 billion global coconut water category. After growing ZICO into one of the fastest-growing beverages worldwide, Mark sold the company to Coca Cola in 2013. He then transitioned into investing, co-founding PowerPlant Partners, where he played a key role in the plant-based food movement, including the success of Beyond Meat. In 2020, Mark made a bold move by repurchasing ZICO from Coca Cola with a group of investors, including Jesse Itzler and tennis star Naomi Osaka. Now, through GroundForce Capital, Mark manages $500 million in assets, focusing on health, wellness, and sustainability investments. His journey reflects a deep commitment to innovation and positive change in the consumer goods industry. Mark Rampolla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marksrampolla/ Resources Founder Groundforce Capital: https://www.markrampolla.co/ The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Palm Springs, Feb 23-26 in Palm Springs, CA. Go here for more details: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

The $100 MBA Show
MBA2706 How To Make Tough Decisions

The $100 MBA Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 17:27


Big decisions can feel paralyzing especially when the stakes are high and the path forward isn't clear. If you've been stuck in indecision, this episode offers a way through.Omar shares a practical system for making hard choices with clarity and confidence. You'll hear how successful founders approach tough calls, and learn how to apply the same filters to your own business and life. Whether you're weighing a partnership, a pivot, or a major investment, this lesson helps you cut through the noise and move forward with purpose.Want to know how to stop second-guessing and start deciding with confidence? Hit play at the top of the page and learn how to make smart moves even when things feel uncertain.MBA450 Must Read: Anything You Want by Derek SiversWatch the episodes on YouTube: https://lm.fm/GgRPPHiSUBSCRIBEYouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rotoworld Football Podcast
Week 11 Start/Sit Q&A: Jacoby Brissett, Rachaad White among tough decisions

Rotoworld Football Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 61:47


Denny Carter answers your burning questions on who to start or sit ahead of Week 11 of the NFL season Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.