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How to design great traction inverters? ST offers an evaluation board, the EVALSTGAP4S, which significantly hastens the development of a proof of concept.
Clinicians saying they love your product doesn't mean hospitals will adopt it — and that gap is where clinician-led MedTech companies burn cash and lose momentum.In this episode, Hakeem is joined by Mark Tudor (20+ years in commercial leadership and advisory roles in medical devices) to break down why technically strong products stall after launch, how hospitals really decide what to buy, and how to build the commercial foundations that drive adoption, sales, and export readiness.Learn why commercial planning must run in parallel with product and regulatory workUnderstand what hospitals actually buy (risk management, simplicity, and economic clarity — not “better performance”)Get a practical lens for stakeholder mapping, validation beyond friendly opinions, and avoiding “inventor syndrome”Helping clinicians simplify their go-to-market strategy so they can stop guessing and turn their working prototypes into international MedTech businesses.Decision point scenario: You're advising a clinician founder with regulatory approval, two pilot sites, one keen-but-unproven distributor, limited runway, and 90 days before board pressure. You can only prioritise one focus — what do you choose and why? (Mark answers in the next episode.)If you tell me whether you want this episode to lean harder into adoption, hospital buying decisions, or export/distributor readiness, I'll pick the best 3 titles from above and tighten them even more.Message me via DM on LinkedinBook a 30 min discovery call for the Healthcare Export Accelerator ProgrammeThis podcast is for clinicians turning medical devices into real businesses, with practical insight on go to market strategy, exporting, and scaling in international MedTech.
Hugh and Joe discuss a new report about A.J. Brown's agent seeking trade interest. It seems like the writing is on the wall for an A.J. Brown trade. Kyle pushes back, however.
Kevin Green says Nvidia (NVDA) experienced a trend seen over the last several quarters with the stock selling off soon after markets opened Thursday. He explains why the trend persists even after the Mag 7 giant posted great earnings. One surprising part of the market gaining on Nvidia's sell-off: software, with KG noting potential for stocks in the sector to find their footing. He later turns to the latest price action in crude oil. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Show Notes:In this episode of Stories with Traction, Matt Zaun sits down with performance coach, speaker, and former pro tennis player Jeff Salzenstein to unpack what it means to “own your zone,” a powerful framework designed to help high achievers transform stress into strength and pressure into excellence without burning out.Jeff breaks down his three-zone model (body, mind, heart), explains why recovery is the true foundation of sustained performance, and shares practical “micro-resets” leaders can use immediately. They also explore why real change is rare without accountability and why high performers must be willing to challenge cultural norms to protect their energy, health, and longevity.
In This Episode If your business depends on you for every decision, every approval, and every correction, you don't have a scalable company—you have a job with overhead. In this episode, Adi Klevit interviews returning guest Brooke Lively about her new book, Scaling Law, and what it really takes to implement EOS inside a law firm. Brooke explains why many attorneys believe they are "different" and why they often operate as practices instead of businesses. The shift from practitioner to business owner requires systems, structure, and intentional leadership. Adi and Brooke walk through the six EOS components—Vision, People, Data, Issues, Process, and Traction—and show how each pillar builds on the others. They discuss common delegation mistakes, including abdicating responsibility without providing clarity, tools, or defined outcomes. Brooke shares a powerful example of multiple law firm partners using different client contracts—an operational risk that could easily be solved with a documented, centralized process. The conversation reinforces a universal truth: without documented processes, clear accountability charts, and structured decision-making, businesses repeat the same problems. When systems are implemented and followed consistently—even 80% of the time—organizations gain traction, reduce chaos, and create companies that can run beyond the owner.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWGrowth Surge: Q3 2026 revenue climbed to $468,000, up 59% year-over-year and 20% sequential, marking the second straight quarter of 20%+ quarter-over-quarter growth.Margin Profile: Gross margins reached 95% (up from 41% a year ago), reflecting a shift toward higher-margin offerings within the company's event-tech focus.Event OS: Now unifies Eventdex, Map D and Krafty Labs into one AI-powered operating system for registration, ticketing, floor plans, matchmaking, engagement and blockchain payments.Fortune Footprint: The company now serves 1,000+ customers and ~400 Fortune 500 relationships, with enterprise deals expanding across tech, banking and government.AI Leverage: Management reports replacing larger teams with smaller teams backed by AI agents, using automation with the goal of making roll-up M&A and platform integration more economically attractive.When a company shows it can reposition a legacy business into a more efficient AI-enabled platform with software economics, it can represent a meaningful shift. In its Q3 2026 results, Nextech3D.ai reported 59% year-over-year revenue growth, 20% sequential growth and 95% gross margins, all while advancing a strategic pivot away from lower-margin 3D modeling into a unified AI-powered event technology stack. Nextech3D.ai, now positioning itself as an AI-focused live event and engagement platform integrating Map D, Eventdex and Krafty Labs, is targeting the $80+ billion global event tech and online ticketing markets with a single, data-driven operating system. With the acquisition of Krafty Labs, the launch of Nextech Event AI, and a customer base that's doubled to more than 1,000 accounts including hundreds of Fortune 500 relationships, management believes the business is entering a different phase of its growth trajectory than the one investors saw just a year ago.STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONSThe traditional event industry often runs on manual workflows, disconnected point solutions and analog networking. Attendees may wander show floors hoping for “one good deal,” organizers may juggle multiple vendors, and enterprises can face bloated cost structures for outcomes that are hard to measure and harder to repeat. Even as events represent a roughly $1 trillion global industry, much of that spend still flows through systems that resemble earlier-generation processes – lanyards, paper badges and serendipity instead of data, automation and intent.Nextech3D.ai is aiming to provide an alternative: a software-first, AI-enabled event operating system where registration, ticketing, navigation, matchmaking, engagement and payments are designed to operate on a single stack. Eventdex handles registration and logistics, Map D delivers interactive floor plans and spatial analytics, and Krafty Labs adds experiential and in-person engagement – all now connected into Nextech Event AI and its “semantic brain” architecture using OpenAI LLMs and Pinecone, as disclosed by the company. Management's strategy is that a small, specialized team of AI-focused staff can acquire, integrate and automate event platforms, reduce headcount-heavy overhead, and work to convert them into higher-margin, cash-flow-generating modules.CEO EVAN GAPPELBERG:"We didn't just survive the last bear market – we used it to rebuild the company around AI and events. While others pulled back, we kept building, and now we believe you can see the impact in our numbers and in our pipeline. We've gone from lower-margin 3D production to a leaner, higher-margin AI event platform, and we intend to keep using automation and M&A in an effort to turn more event tech assets into scalable, cash-flow-generating businesses. As I keep buying stock myself, it's because I believe this is just the start of a much larger potential growth opportunity."
Medical experts worldwide are noticing a new phenomenon in college-age students: habitual neck discomfort in a demographic typically free from chronic pain. The long hours university students spend studying, plus laptop work and smartphone use, are creating a new epidemic. But there are solutions. The Neck Cloud City: Sheridan Address: 30 North Gould Street Website: https://neck-cloud.com
Patrick Aldape from Midwest Tops joined the show and treated us to some Foxtown Brewing beverages for this Happy Hour conversation!Inside the Episode:-Patrick's background and how he got the job at Midwest Tops- What Midwest Tops does and their one stop shop approach- How their collaboration with Drexel streamlines the fabrication process.- 2026 Trends including printed Quartz- The Billboard QuestionResources:Traction: Get A Grip On Your Business by Gino Wickman
Ed Baker's resume reads like a founder's fantasy.At Harvard, he launched Date Site, an early dating platform. His next venture, Friend.ly, grew to more than 25 million users and was acquired by Facebook. At Facebook, Ed helped lead international growth as the company crossed one billion monthly active users. He later joined Uber as VP of Product and Growth, where he helped define weekly trips as the company's north-star metric and scaled the business from hundreds to thousands of employees.In 2017, Ed left Uber, moved back to Boston, and decided to rebuild his health. Within six months, he transformed himself into an elite triathlete and went on to win his first Ironman in Lake Placid. Along the way, he became deeply focused on recovery, sleep, and performance data.After founding AnyQuestion, which was acquired by WHOOP, Ed joined the company and now serves as Chief Product Officer. He leads product strategy across product, design, software, and AI, helping millions of members optimize their health and training.In this episode, Ed shares how he applies the same systems thinking to business, athletics, and life.You will learn how to:• Build viral growth loops and sustainable user acquisition• Choose and operationalize the right north-star metric• Balance speed and product quality at scale• Train, recover, and sleep for long-term performance• Use wearable data and AI to prevent burnout• Build teams that execute without micromanagement• Design a life that supports both ambition and healthWhether you are scaling a startup or pushing your personal limits, this conversation offers a blueprint for achieving extraordinary growth without sacrificing well-being.
You can't win by trying to fix everything in your restaurant at once. You have to develop a plan, and you have to have patience. To offer you, a restaurant owner, some ways to go about it, I sat down with Lyn Askin, a certified EOS Implementer. In this episode of “The Restaurant Prosperity Formula” podcast, we dig into what it really takes to build a restaurant business that runs with clarity, discipline and consistency instead of chaos. We talk through the practical framework behind the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and the book “Traction,” and why it resonates so strongly with restaurant owners who feel stuck doing everything themselves. When you listen, you can expect to learn what EOS looks like in the real world, how it creates accountability without drama, how leadership teams get aligned around a shared vision and how operators turn big goals into focused 90-day execution that actually sticks. Reach Lyn Askin: Lyn.Askin@eosworldwide.com
A story about betting on what's coming—not what's workingThis episode is for SaaS founders questioning whether their current traction is real momentum—or just comfortable motion.Traction can be the most dangerous thing in a startup.Andrei Pitis, CEO of Genezio, built a serverless developer platform with real users and real momentum. Then he killed it. Andrei Pitis built Vector Watch, a smartwatch with 30-day battery life, and sold it to Fitbit. With Genezio, he did something harder—killed a working product because he spotted a shift most founders missed.And this inspired me to invite Andrei to my podcast. We explore why reading the future matters more than optimizing the present—and how that belief shaped a company pivot that produced 5-10x growth in months. Andrei shares candid insights about saying no to big customer money, choosing conversations over search terms, and why the best products are sculptures, not feature lists.We also zoom in on two of the 10 traits that define remarkable software companies: – Acknowledge you cannot please everyone – Master the art of curiosityAndrei's journey proves that remarkable companies don't optimize what exists—they spot what's coming and build for it before the market catches up.Here's one of Andrei's quotes that captures his philosophy on building products:"A good product is not about the features that you put in. It's more about the things that you take out. Like a block of stone—you make a sculpture. You take out a lot of the stone, and you are left with something that appeals to certain kinds of people."By listening to this episode, you'll learn:Why walking away from traction can be the boldest growth decision a founder makesWhat separates reading trends from following them in fast-moving marketsWhy saying no to big customer money protects long-term product valueHow building for global from day one shapes competitive advantageFor more information about the guest from this week: Guest: Andrei Pitis, CEO & Founder at Genezio Website: genezio.com
What does it take to run a successful business? In this episode of The Shortlist, Wendy Simmons and Melissa Richey unpack one of their most-referenced books: Traction by Gino Wickman.They explore how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) provides a practical framework for clarity, accountability, and growth, specifically for AEC leaders and small to mid-sized firms.In this episode, we dive into the six key components of the system—Vision, People, Data, Issues, Process, and Traction—alongside essential tools like the VTO, Rocks, the Accountability Chart, and Level 10 Meetings. We also explore the specific marketing impact of this framework, discussing how EOS helps teams shift from reactive task management to proactive, quarterly priorities.Whether you fully adopt the system or just borrow a few tools, this conversation offers tangible ways to align your team and gain real momentum.CPSM CEU Credits: 0.5 | Domain: 6
Kyle Whissel doesn't just lead one of the top real estate teams in the country—he's redefined what's possible with structure, systems, and relentless clarity. In this episode, James and Keith dive deep with the CEO of Whissel Realty Group (now Whissel Beer Group) to talk about everything from EOS and business operating systems to letting go of control, finding balance, and why agents are already part of a team (even if they don't know it). If you're still clinging to every task or unsure how to scale without burning out, this one's a game-changer. Is your real estate business building equity or just paying the bills? At FirstTeam® Real Estate, Behind the Agent™ means putting real ownership in your hands. This isn't about stacking commissions, it's about building something that lasts. You stay the face of your brand. We bring the strategy, marketing, leadership, and infrastructure to scale it. No franchise caps. No growth ceilings. Just the freedom to run your business like a business. We're not building a roster. We're building real careers. Break the glass ceiling. Own your future. Explore agent ownership opportunities at: https://firstteam.com/ownership Give your clients the competitive edge with Zillow's Showcase. Discover how this exclusive, immersive media experience featuring stunning photography, video, virtual staging, and SkyTour helps agents drive more views, saves, and shares. Agents using Showcase on the majority of their listings on Zillow list 30% more homes than similar non-Showcase agents. Learn how to stand out and become the agent sellers choose. https://bit.ly/4jIetOp Zillow Zeitgeist 2025 https://www.zillow.com/learn/zeitgeist-2025/ Links mentioned in the show: Traction: https://benbellabooks.com/shop/traction/ 12 Week Year: https://store.12weekyear.com/product-details/product/12-week-year-book Death by Meeting: https://www.tablegroup.com/product/dbm/ Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn - Instagram - X - Facebook and check out whisselrealty.com. Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1 To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/ Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com. Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/
Grab a copy of our BOOK here: http://winningtheweek.com/Join Lifehack Tribe: https://members.lifehackmethod.com/join-lifehack-tribeSUBSCRIBE to our podcast on the platform of your choice!Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3pNtPVeApple Podcasts: http://apple.co/3tiIpWWOr subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LifehackBootcampTime stamps:02:53 - The Core Problem Defined. Lisa names her main struggle: too many ideas and no clear starting point for embedding customer experience strategically into company culture.06:46 - Choosing the Critical Path. Overwhelm comes from trying to do everything; clarity comes from choosing what actually matters now.08:19 - Finding “The Possible.” Progress lives in the overlap between passion, business priorities, timing, stakeholders, and resources.09:22 - Making Ideas Compete. Turning ideas into action requires forcing them to compete against real constraints.11:48 - Lead With Problems or Quick Wins. Ideas gain traction fastest when they solve an existing problem or create an easy win.12:30 - Lily Pads, Not Leaps. Big visions succeed when broken into small, provable steps that build momentum.14:09 - Acting Without Permission. Meaningful change can begin by acting within what you already control.16:35 - From Vision to Reality. Execution feels messy because it turns idealized ideas into real-world impact.18:17 - Imperfect Impact Beats Perfect Ideas. Helping people imperfectly in reality matters more than holding a perfect vision.20:38 - Metrics as the Missing Link. Influence grows when ideas are tied to the metrics leadership cares about.23:56 - Bring Wins, Not Requests. Credibility is built by delivering results before asking for buy-in.29:02 - Cutting Low-Leverage Work. Progress requires letting go of work that crowds out high-impact execution.33:36 - Stacking Small Wins Builds Trust. Consistent execution earns autonomy, credibility, and influence.35:07 - Clear Decision Criteria. The path forward is choosing low-risk, high-overlap actions tied to company goals.Check out our FREE masterclass all about How To Plan The Perfect Week In 30 Minutes Flat: https://bit.ly/3eEZ9AQCheck out our website: https://lifehackmethod.com/
Join us on this episode of Get More MSP Leads (formerly the Know, Grow, Scale podcast) as Laura Johns sits down with Aaron Garcia, former MSP COO turned EOS Implementer, to talk about what it really takes to scale an MSP without burning out. With over 17 years in the MSP space, Aaron has lived the late nights, the ticket overload, the people challenges, and the constant pressure that founders face. After helping grow his MSP from $2.5M to $11.5M in revenue and expanding the team to 55 employees, he made a bold move to help other MSPs break through the ceilings holding them back. In this episode, we unpack: The most common frustrations MSP leaders face, including lack of control, people challenges, stalled growth, and profit plateaus Why many founders unknowingly become the bottleneck in their own business What "right person, right seat" actually means and how it transforms team performance Real examples of how implementing EOS reduced chaos, improved accountability, and accelerated growth How to create clarity and alignment around vision so your entire team rows in the same direction Why vulnerability and willingness to change are non-negotiables for scaling If you are an MSP owner feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to get to the next level, this conversation offers both practical tools and honest insight from someone who has been in your seat. Aaron also shares where to start, including the foundational EOS books Get a Grip and Traction, and how MSP leaders can book a complimentary 90-minute session to evaluate the strength of their business across six key components. This episode is a must-listen for MSP founders who want to grow revenue, increase profitability, build accountability, and finally take a vacation without their laptop. 00:00 Introduction and Aaron's MSP background 03:05 Discovering EOS and the turning point 06:13 Common struggles MSP leaders face 09:01 The six key components of a strong business 11:49 Aligning vision and leadership teams 17:26 Real growth stories and people decisions 20:49 Accountability, freedom, and founder mindset 23:31 Where to connect and next steps Subscribe to the Get More MSP Leads (formerly the Know, Grow, Scale) podcast for more insights designed specifically to help MSPs grow smarter and scale stronger. _________________________________________________________ The Business Growers: https://www.instagram.com/thebizgrowers/ _________________________________________________________ About The Business Growers: Many Managed Services Providers and IT companies struggle to grow because they are constantly putting out fires and don't have the bandwidth to focus on the marketing strategy and execution required to scale the business. At The Business Growers, we believe you shouldn't have to hire a full-time marketing team to compete in the marketplace. We work exclusively with MSPs and IT companies, serving as their tech marketing dream team and offering a proven framework for revenue growth. Visit us at https://thebusinessgrowers.com
In this interview, Tooru plc CEO Scott Livingston discusses the group's recent operational progress, retail momentum, and capital strategy as the business transitions from restructuring to growth, with a focus on execution, discipline, and long-term value creation.
In today's episode, I break down why so many founders stay stuck even when they have ambition, intelligence, and a work ethic. The real problem is confusing motion with momentum, creativity with execution, and effort with results. I explain how pain, setbacks, and churn are feedback, not punishment, and how reframing that feedback turns detraction into traction. From clarity before velocity to building a real feedback loop, I lay out the fundamentals of operational leadership and the non negotiable behaviors that compound over time. Sustainable success comes from fixing what breaks in the order it breaks.
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Book Worm's Story Snacks | The Cave of Shimmering Shadows Can you leave your mark on history thousands of years in the past? Join the Book Worm in this frozen-frontier story snack and gear up with parkas and Crampons to travel back to the tail end of the Ice Age . What starts as a journey to discover ancient "Stone Age Beasts" quickly turns into an artistic emergency when a young painter named Luma runs out of red the vital earth pigment needed to finish the "Great Hall of Bulls" before his flickering lamp runs out of fuel . Navigate slippery riverbanks, use a sturdy branch as a Lever to uncover hidden minerals, and master the ancient art of the Blow-pipe to finish a prehistoric masterpiece . Together, you'll discover the science of Pigments and Binders, the power of Traction, and how art has connected humans across thousands of years—all through teamwork, logic, and a little imagination .
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Are fraud rings quietly manipulating the trucking industry? Are brokers relying too much on outdated Certificate of Insurance? And what happens when stricter DOT enforcement reshapes how freight moves across the country? In this episode, Cameron Pechia of Valley Trucking Insurance explains how organized trucking fraud - from chameleon carriers and fake insurance documents to criminal syndicates influencing CDLs, financing, and compliance - is forcing brokers and carriers to tighten verification processes and rethink risk management across the supply chain! We talk about why Certificate of Insurance is a weak proof without direct verification, how upcoming DOT regulations and increased enforcement may trigger short-term spikes in freight fraud, and why brokers should implement 30-60 day insurance and credential re-verification cycles to protect loads. Cam also dives into how stronger regulatory standards, better insurance verification practices, and real collaboration with trusted providers can help ethical trucking companies thrive while improving market stability, reducing carrier failure rates, and strengthening overall supply chain security. About Cameron Pechia Cameron is the founder of Valley Trucking Insurance, a leading Trucking Insurance Agency based in Spokane, Washington. With a deep passion for the trucking industry and a commitment to excellence, Cameron has become a trusted figure in the field. Cameron also is the host of Get A Load Of This Trucking Podcast and brings a ton of value to the Trucking Industry. Cameron is also a dedicated husband and father to his two beautiful girls…His daughters are his "WHY" and what makes him get up in the morning and try to win each and every day. At Valley Trucking Insurance, Cameron oversees the provision of specialized insurance solutions tailored to the unique needs of trucking companies. The agency serves a diverse clientele, including local trucking companies, long-haul trucking companies, aggregate haulers, tow truck companies, hot shots, freight brokers, and other related risks. Cameron ensures that clients receive the highest level of customer service and comprehensive coverage through the agency's proven process known as the "VTI Difference." Under Cameron's leadership, Valley Trucking Insurance has achieved significant growth and expansion across the county. The agency has built strong partnerships with renowned insurance providers such as Great West Casualty Company, Lancer Insurance Company, Progressive Insurance, Berkshire, and Canal. Additionally, Cameron also focuses on placing fleet-sized trucking companies into captive insurance programs, enhancing their risk management and financial stability. Looking ahead, Cameron is focused on an ambitious goal of expanding the agency's reach by looking to help over 10,000 Trucking Companies and Freight Brokerage operations within the next seven years. Adhering to the principles outlined in the book Traction by Geno Wickman, he is dedicated to creating world-class onboarding and customer service experience for his trucking clients. This initiative aims to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring Valley Trucking Insurance remains at the forefront of the industry. Connect with Cameron Website: https://www.valleytruckinginsurance.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameron-pechia-49903072/ Email: Cameron@alllinesinsure.com
Jon Wilhoit, EOS Worldwide, on Vision, Traction, and Team Health for Growing Businesses (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 936) On this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray welcomes Jon Wilhoit, Professional EOS Implementer at EOS Worldwide. Jon helps business owners and leadership teams strengthen their companies through the Entrepreneurial Operating System, focusing on […]
Are you hesitant to invest in your team, fearing they might leave after all that time and money? What if the real risk is not investing, and they stay uninspired? In this episode, Lauren and I chat about how investing in your team can create a powerful internal moat that attracts the right people and drives your business forward.We discuss a recent initiative in Lauren's company where a team member took the initiative to improve internal communication and create an SOP for Slack use. It's a perfect example of why fostering initiative and empowering employees to take ownership can elevate your entire team's performance.If you're struggling to create that type of culture, this conversation will show you how to reevaluate your core values, ensure your team's alignment, and ultimately build a work environment where the best talent thrives. We also explore how these ideas translate into digital marketing, leadership, and managing remote teams effectively.In This Episode:- Core values, employee initiative, & continuous learning- The risk of not investing in your team and gatekeeping- Meta's strategic investments in employee acquisition and AI - Creating an internal moat for your business- The people analyzer process based on core values- Adapting to external challenges in digital marketing- Why radical candor and emotional intelligence are critical- Final thoughts on creating a moat and call to actionMentioned in the Episode:Gino Wickman's book, Traction: https://a.co/d/01q1TP4O Patrick Lencioni's book, The Ideal Team Player: https://a.co/d/0cROW6f Creating custom emojis on Slack: https://slack.com/help/articles/206870177-Add-custom-emoji-and-aliases-to-your-workspace Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now...
“The mission for me is simple — more businesses need to be DEBT-FREE.”With that one sentence, Stormy Banks, the Queen of Grants and founder of the Pink Print Firm, shifts the entire conversation about wealth, access, and entrepreneurship.Stormy has helped small businesses secure "over $21 MILLION in grants" — not loans, not credit, not investors… but "real money you NEVER have to pay back".In this episode of "Inside the Vault with Ash Cash", she breaks down:
In this brand-new Masterclass Special, Gary Fox sits down with Diarmuid Corcoran of Chartered Capital to unpack the money questions Irish founders avoid - until it's too late. They talk openly about why money can still feel like a “dirty word” in Ireland, why founders can be brilliant at making money but hesitant to manage it, and how wealth often compounds simply because of maths. Diarmuid breaks down the core principles of long-term investing (without the hype), the psychology that causes people to panic at the wrong time, and the practical founder moves that build real security - like taking a salary, using pensions properly, and keeping “fun investing” firmly contained. If you've ever said “I'll start later,” “I'll wait for the markets to settle,” or “my business is my pension,” this episode is the reset. Important note This episode is education and perspective - not personalised financial advice. Always do your own due diligence and speak to a qualified advisor/accountant for your circumstances. Show notes What you'll learn Why the “rich get richer” is often compounding in action Why Ireland has a unique relationship with money (scarcity mindset + property-first thinking) The hidden risk of “safe” cash: inflation eroding purchasing power Time in the market vs timing the market (and why “waiting” usually backfires) The psychology behind bad money decisions: recency bias, fear headlines, and the Dunning–Kruger effect “Set-and-forget” investing, and why boring usually wins The founder dilemma: all eggs in the business and no personal de-risking plan Pensions: why they can be tax-efficient, protective, and misunderstood The “de-risking” concept approaching retirement (and the 2008 lesson) A simple way to start investing regularly (and remove emotion from the process) The “playpen” rule: keeping speculative investing (stocks/crypto/startups) to a small % Founder mistakes Diarmuid sees constantly: Not taking a salary early Not paying a spouse/partner (where relevant) Being far too cautious in long-term pension funds Missing employer pension matching More about Chartered Capital: Chartered Capital Initial Query Form (https://bit.ly/4a89Mcp) for people who want to get in touch. When people fill this out, Chartered Capital will reach out to them afterwards to arrange a meeting. They also circulate a monthly newsletter that generally only consists only of good news and isn't ever in any way technical: Newsletter link (https://crafty-innovator-3012.kit.com/57ab7f6ffd) Link to Blogs on Chartered Capital website (https://charteredcapital.ie/insights/blogs-and-news/) Chartered Capital Website (https://bit.ly/charcap) This is a super video on Robert Cialdini's work for those who don't have time to read the full book = Science of persuasion - Robert Cialdini (https://youtu.be/cFdCzN7RYbw) The Financial Planners Ireland website: https://fpireland.ie/ Our Sponsors: Nostra: https://bit.ly/nostra26 Azure: https://bit.ly/azure26 Rory's Travel Club: https://bit.ly/rorys26 Chartered Capital: https://bit.ly/49ZuFrk Book Recommendations General Psychology = Influence – The Psychology of Persuasion (https://amzn.to/4bB6q4c) by Robert Cialdini and The 48 Laws of Power (https://amzn.to/49XcBON)by Robert Greene. Running a business = Traction (https://amzn.to/4qgiJGM) and Rocket Fuel (https://amzn.to/3ZdOqWa) by Gino Wickman. Personal Finance = The Psychology of Money (https://amzn.to/4rosi7w) by Morgan Housel.
On this episode of Travis Makes Money, host Travis Chappell is joined in studio by his producer Eric for a candid conversation about ditching hustle culture and getting truly productive. They unpack how Travis learned to ruthlessly prioritize his time while launching a software company, and why shifting from “busy” to “effective” helped his team break seven figures in revenue. Along the way, they break down frameworks from EOS, Traction, The One Thing, and lessons from leaders like Sharan Srivatsa, Ed Mylett, and the Hormozis on using your time like a real CEO. On this episode we talk about: Why people confuse being busy with being valuable—and how that sabotages real progress. How Travis redefined his role as a CEO around talent, cash, and vision instead of doing everything himself. Using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), Traction, and The One Thing to reverse engineer high‑leverage daily priorities. The real message behind Ed Mylett's “21 days a week” concept and why most people only work 2–4 truly productive hours a day. Practical ways solopreneurs can time‑block their day, audit their activities, and turn three “days” of output into one. Top 3 Takeaways Your worth is not measured by how busy you look; it is measured by the results you create from a few high‑leverage actions done consistently. A CEO's job is to recruit and retain talent, keep cash in the bank, and cast vision—everything else should be delegated or eliminated as fast as possible. Compressing time by stacking focused blocks of deep, productive work over months and years completely changes your business trajectory and quality of life. Notable Quotes “At some point, you have to ruthlessly prioritize what makes it onto your calendar or you'll do a bunch of stuff and get nothing done.” “The idea that more hours equals better output is false; it is what you do with the hours you actually work that moves the needle.” Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/traviscchappell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://www.travismakesmoney.com Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Mike Simonsen, chief economist at Compass, about the housing markets that might see the most traction this spring. Related to this episode: Housing Economic Summit 2026 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate.
In honor of the start of Black History Month, Dr. Patti Farris and Dr. Heather Woolery-Lloyd delve into the complexities of hair care for textured hair. They discuss the historical significance of Madam C.J. Walker, the physiological differences in hair types, and the unique hair care routines required for textured hair. The conversation also covers the risks of over-processing, the importance of finding the right stylist, and the challenges of conditions like traction alopecia and CCCA. Additionally, they address recent studies linking hair treatments to cancer, emphasizing the need for careful interpretation of research findings. Takeaways Madam C.J. Walker was a pioneer in hair care marketing.Textured hair has unique physiological characteristics.Washing textured hair should be done every one to two weeks.Heat can cause significant damage to textured hair.Finding a knowledgeable stylist is crucial for hair health.Traction alopecia is a common issue in textured hair.CCCA can be treated effectively if caught early.Shampoo choices should be personalized for textured hair.Recent studies on hair treatments and cancer need careful interpretation.Education on textured hair care is essential for dermatologists. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Content provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only. Please consult with a physician regarding any health-related diagnosis or treatment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
That advice we all know we need to hear—delivered in a no-nonsense, get-it-done way.In this episode, we're joined in studio by Chris Hallberg, aka The Business Sergeant—one of Inc. Magazine's Top 50 Leadership and Management Experts, published author, and personally trained by Gino Wickman, creator of EOS and author of Traction.Chris breaks down his world-renowned leadership principles that help teams:Stop accepting poor leadershipBuild real accountabilityAdopt a disciplined, military-style mindsetGet measurable resultsThis is a must-watch for leaders who are done with excuses and ready to raise the standard.
Think you need to be a natural visionary to cast compelling vision for your church? Think again. This episode breaks down vision casting into practical, repeatable steps any pastor can implement. Discover how to develop a clear vision, why "God's will is something you do, not something you find," and how to make your vision sticky enough that a teenager could explain it to their friends. From Moses painting the picture of the Promised Land to modern church growth strategies, learn proven frameworks for telling people who you are and where you're going. Whether you're leading 50 or 5,000, these tools will help you break through growth barriers and inspire your congregation toward meaningful kingdom impact. Practical wisdom for church leaders who want to grow so they can go.• Vivid Vision: https://a.co/d/4E1U8rf• Church Unique: https://a.co/d/8kcqLjp• EOS: https://www.eosworldwide.com/traction-library**(If you don't know where to start with EOS, we'd start with Traction: https://a.co/d/ajsg9zx)
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is throwing his hat into the Governor's race, joining an already crowded field. To tell us more, KCBS Radio anchor Margie Shafer spoke with KCBS Insider Phil Matier.
As more Americans pursue independence in their careers, solopreneurship is emerging as a transformative force in the small business landscape. These entrepreneurs operate businesses single-handedly, relying solely on their own hustle, strategy, and vision. Whether as a side hustle or a full-time endeavor, the trend of solopreneurship is gaining momentum. Sheila Winston, business consultant with Chase, joins the Rhythm & News Podcast to share more. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.
Celo is quietly powering real-world payments at global scale. In this episode, David and Ryan sit down with Marek Olszewski, CEO of cLabs, to unpack how Celo became a fast, low-cost payments layer used for remittances, savings, onchain FX, and identity across emerging markets. They explore why Celo stayed focused on peer-to-peer payments while others chased trends, how Opera's MiniPay onboarded hundreds of thousands of daily users, and why stablecoins are reshaping global finance from the ground up. The conversation spans onchain FX, proof of personhood with Self.xyz, Ethereum's L2 future, and why fast, cheap payments, not hype, may be crypto's real unlock. ---
In this solo episode, Richard Hill breaks down the one thing that keeps coming up with every successful eCommerce founder he's interviewed over the past five years. It's not marketing strategy, tech stack, or hiring process. It's something simpler, but most founders get it completely wrong. Richard explains why sharing your vision consistently, clearly, and with your entire team is the difference between teams that move fast and make smart decisions, versus teams that feel disconnected from the bigger picture. He walks through the exact framework he uses in his own business: creating a one-year picture and three-year vision, working with senior leadership to define measurable outcomes, and most importantly, re-sharing that vision every three months in all-hands meetings. This isn't about fancy mission statements on the wall. It's about giving your team ownership, showing them how their work contributes to the bigger picture, and creating a culture where people want to stay because they can see a future for themselves in your vision. Richard shares why some team members will buy in immediately, why others will self-select out, and why that's actually a good thing. He also covers the practical side: what success looks like in your business one year from now versus three years from now, how to bridge the gap between current revenue and ambitious targets with measurable KPIs, why re-sharing your vision quarterly is non-negotiable, and the importance of off-site all-hands meetings to make vision updates feel like events, not tasks. If you're a founder or leader who's ever wondered why your team doesn't seem as fired up about the business as you are, this episode will change how you think about communication, alignment, and growth. The shift from keeping your vision in your head to making it visible to everyone is the unlock. Listen to the full episode now, and don't forget to hit subscribe. Topics Covered 00:00 Introduction: The one thing successful founders do differently 01:22 Why your team can't help you build what they can't see 02:36 Giving team members ownership through shared vision 03:21 The one-year picture vs three-year vision framework 05:52 Personal vision for founders: creating time and space 07:10 Sharing your vision with the whole company for the first time 08:28 The biggest mistake: set it and forget it 09:12 Quarterly all-hands meetings: making vision updates an event 10:30 Book recommendation: Traction by Gino Wickman 11:20 Core focus and purpose: what drives outstanding culture 12:23 Final thoughts and where to subscribe
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On this episode of The Drive & Dish NBA Podcast, hosted by Kevin Rafuse (@rafusetolose) and Justin Cousart (@JustinContheAir), the guys open the show by discussing the NBA's continued plan to start a league in Europe, amid the Berlin game this week. A quick look at what it would potentially look like and how EuroLeague is reacting to the news. Next, a preview of the upcoming trade deadline in two weeks. The Bucks continue to slide and Giannis's frustration shows on the court as fans boos. Is it possible despite statements that he won't ask for a trade that Giannis is moved anyone? Will Anthony Davis be a Maverick for the rest of the season post his hand injury? Jonathan Kuminga has also formally asked for a trade in the latest drama with him and the Warriors. The guys debate Kuminga's value and discuss why a fresh start is needed for both sides. In Who's Ballin Who's Fallin, Kyle Lowry gets a standing O in Toronto, Luka's defense, the Thunder finally beating the Spurs this season and Anthony Black throwing down. Finally, another round of Immaculate Grid. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts and watch the show on YouTube!
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Building a startup rewards intensity, not longevity.In this episode of Traction, Alex Bruyn joins Lloyed Lobo to challenge the founder playbook. Drawing from repeated burnout and serious health failures, Lloyed argues that hustle is not a badge of honor, it's a structural flaw in how entrepreneurship is practiced.They examine how stress compounds over time, why founders are treated nothing like elite athletes, and how chasing momentum degrades performance. The conversation reframes success around endurance, relationships, and the shift from achievement to purpose.TIMESTAMPS:01:05 Why environment determines founder outcomes03:13 Early health signals founders miss05:34 Momentum vs gravity 09:32 How hustle culture compounds damage28:47 The role of AI and community30:07 The first mountain and the second44:32 Relationships as the strongest predictorLloyed Lobo- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lloyedlobo/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lloyedlobo/
Today, I'm joined by Tim Rosa, CEO of Somnee. Pioneering personalized neurostimulation for sleep, Somnee's clinical-grade headband uses EEG brain mapping to help people get higher quality rest. In this episode, we discuss building the next generation of sleep technology. We also cover: Lessons from scaling Fitbit How EEG-driven neurostimulation works Traction with NBA athletes and elite performers Subscribe to the podcast → insider.fitt.co/podcast Subscribe to our newsletter → insider.fitt.co/subscribe Follow us on LinkedIn → linkedin.com/company/fittinsider Somnee's Website: www.somneesleep.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somneesleep/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/somnee/ - The Fitt Insider Podcast is brought to you by EGYM. Visit EGYM.com to learn more about its smart fitness ecosystem for fitness and health facilities. Fitt Talent: https://talent.fitt.co/ Consulting: https://consulting.fitt.co/ Investments: https://capital.fitt.co/ Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:29) Tim's background (02:13) Scaling Fitbit (03:00) Discovering Somnee (04:15) Resetting the company (06:00) How Somnee works (07:15) Clinical-grade data (09:00) Sleep onset vs sleep maintenance (11:30) 15-minute sessions vs all-night tracking (13:45) FDA clearance & clinical validation (16:00) Go-to-market strategy (18:30) NBA, NFL, and elite athletes (23:15) The sleep market opportunity (25:30) The future of wearables (28:00) Device ecosystems and API integrations (33:00) Series A fundraising (34:45) The 21-session optimization (36:15) Where to find Somnee and learn more (37:15) Conclusion
Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee apparently thought they could help Donald Trump's cause by attacking former special counsel Jack Smith in hearing. Their failure in that endeavor is evidenced by them trying to bury the transcript of Smith's deposition over the New Year's holiday when as few people as possible were paying attention. Michael Feinberg, former FBI official, talks with Jen Psaki about Smith's clear explanation of Donald Trump's criminal culpability. It should come as no surprise to anyone that criminal president Donald Trump is in regular conflict with the law, which means the best place to stop him is in the courts. California Attorney General Rob Bonta, who sued the Trump administration 52 times last year, talks with Jen Psaki about why the rule of law is Donald Trump's most successful opponent.Many Democratic candidates are hearing from voters that simply moving on from Donald Trump or thwarting his agenda is not enough. Voters want accountability and they want the damage Trump has done to the United States to be undone. Rep. Eric Swalwell talks with Jen Psaki about Democrats taking a more aggressive stance on how to treat Trump if they can regain control of parts of the federal government.While Marjorie Taylor Greene's split from Donald Trump is uncommon, her doing so while maintaining "America First" and "MAGA" bona fides, and while Trump flakes on Epstein files promises and botches other key issues, signals a weakening of Trump's grip on the Republican Party that may not even survive the duration of his second term. Robert Draper, journalist for the New York Times, discusses with Jen Psaki. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Field Notes From the Spiritual Journey with Eden Garcia Thaler
How do you stay motivated when you're not getting any traction with your creative goals? Or when you've been working hard to manifest something and it doesn't seem to be working? If you have been “manifesting” or working to achieve a goal for some time, but nothing is happening. This is would I would recommend doing. A lack of traction is an opportunity to revisit your “why” and make sure that your inner alignment matches your outer aims. If you're feeling a pull to dive deeper, explore 1:1 sessions at the link below. These sessions are a place to illuminate your patterns so that you can navigate what it is you're going through with greater clarity and insight — a place to bring you the surface that which is seeking to be seen and shifted so that you can align with more of who you are. Visit edenhetrick.com for more information.Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@field__notespod Connect with me about coaching sessions: edengarciathaler@gmail.com Learn more: edenhetrick.com Submit a topic for the podcast: https://tally.so/r/mOMzA7 Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/field__notespod About me:Welcome to Field Notes Podcast. I created this podcast to be a living roadmap for transforming your patterns into your expanded potential. Tune in for perspectives that spark transformation and tips for optimizing your well-being in a crunchy (yet non-dogmatic) way. On the ongoing journey of finding freedom from the stuff that keeps us stuck—here are my field notes. If you are looking for deeper support on your journey of becoming, I offer 1:1 sessions and I would love to support you. Visit edenhetrick.com for more information. Please inquire for sliding scale availability. If you love this show and want to support it's growth: Share the show w/ someone Leave a 5-star rating ...
Sean Mooney curates the 2025 reading list recommended by private equity investors, operating partners, and portfolio company CEOs featured on Karma School of Business this year. The episode spans business strategy, capital allocation, leadership, happiness, mindset, and life design—through the lens of people actively building and scaling companies. From The Outsiders to Traction to unexpected personal favorites, the list reflects what serious operators are actually reading and rereading. If you're building for the long term, this one earns a spot in your queue. Episode Highlights 1:12 – Casey Myers on shifting from achievement to fulfillment with From Strength to Strength 2:53 – Steve Hunter reframes money, time, and health through Die With Zero 4:04 – Jonathan Metrick on compounding time, skills, and careers via The Algebra of Wealth 7:35 – Ran Ding explains why great CEOs are elite capital allocators in The Outsiders 11:11 – Chris Scullin on dynamic competition and adaptation from The Innovator's Dilemma 14:01 – Micah Dawson on focus, ambition, and escaping the hedonic treadmill with The One Thing 18:20 – Dan Gaspar on operational discipline and change using Traction and Who Moved My Cheese?
Is going solo really the best way to scale a short-term rental business—or can the right partnership take you further, faster?In this episode, we sit down with Evan Davison and Evan Montgomery to unpack what actually happens when two ambitious operators decide to merge their short-term rental businesses. We talk openly about dividing roles using the visionary and integrator model, building trust, and navigating the real challenges of scaling while maintaining a boutique guest experience. The conversation also explores team leadership, growing pains, and how personal life and fatherhood intersect with running a fast-growing STR operation. This episode offers honest insights, real lessons, and practical perspective for anyone considering partnership or scaling in the short-term rental space.Things we discussed in this episode:The process and mindset behind merging two short-term rental businesses into one partnership.Distinct roles of visionary and integrator, inspired by "Rocket Fuel" and "Traction."Challenges and operational hurdles in integrating company back-ends, systems, and teams.Strategies for team building—hiring, training, and retaining VAs, cleaners, and contractors.Communication methods for maintaining alignment and problem resolution in a partnership.Vetting and educating owner leads, with a focus on budgets and design expectations.Maintaining boutique-level service and personal touch as the business scales.Market differences between Columbus, OH, and other markets like Provincetown, MA.Balancing business demands with family and fatherhood, planning for parental leave.The importance of specialized service providers—designers, photographers, real estate agents—and their impact on rental success.Get in touch with Evan Davison and Evan Montgomery:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aesthetic_p.g/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AestheticPropertyGroupWebsite - https://www.stupendousstays.com/ https://www.aestheticpg.com/#SmartStayShow #realestate #realestateinvestor #realestateagent #RealEstateInvesting #ShortTermRentals #BusinessPartnership #VacationRental #Entrepreneurship#PropertyManagement #TeamBuilding #STRBusiness#RealEstateInvesting #WorkLifeBalance #RentalSuccessFollow Us!Join Jason Muth of Prideaway Stays and Straightforward Short-Term Rentals and Real Estate Attorney / Broker Rory Gill for the first episode of SmartStay Show!Following and subscribing to SmartStay Show not only ensures that you'll get instant updates whenever we release a new episode, but it also helps us reach more people who could benefit from the valuable content that we provide.SmartStay Show Website and on Instagram and YouTubePrideaway Stays Website and on Facebook and LinkedInStraightforward Short-Term Rentals Website and on InstagramAttorney Rory Gill on LinkedInJason Muth on LinkedIn
Most startup stories focus on the win. Very few talk about what it costs to get there.In this episode, Lloyed Lobo sits down with Alex Bruyn, co-founder of Karak Creative, for a candid conversation about the realities founders rarely say out loud. From taking an unconventional path into tech to building a fast-growing company under constant pressure, Lloyed shares the parts of the journey that don't show up on pitch decks or LinkedIn posts.They talk about momentum, stress, and the habits that quietly compound over years of building. The conversation explores why things can unravel after success, how founders end up running on empty, and what finally forces a rethink.Lloyed Lobo: https://instagram.com/lloyedloboStay tuned for Part 2. Releasing on January 7th, 2026.
We welcome Moody's Mark Zandi, Moody's Chief Economist and one of the most influential and trusted macroeconomic voices shaping markets, policy, and business strategy worldwide. Zandi begins by explaining how today's consumer landscape is defined by a widening K-shaped economy—an income and wealth split decades in the making and now intensified by rising asset values and post-pandemic dynamics. Households at the top of the income spectrum are spending freely, while middle-class consumers remain pressured and those at the bottom struggle to keep up, borrowing to sustain purchases.Zandi also connects the affordability crisis to structural issues like housing supply, wage pressures, labor shortages, and the unpredictable impact of tariffs—which are simultaneously slowing job creation, lifting inflation, and clouding retailers' pricing strategies. He warns that delayed tariff pass-through may soon accelerate and that upcoming legal decisions could radically alter retail margins.Perhaps most striking is Zandi's analysis of AI's fingerprints on the labor market. He highlights rapidly rising unemployment among younger workers and the risk that productivity gains arrive faster than hiring can adjust—potentially tipping the economy toward recession just as retail faces profit pressure, concentration of growth among a handful of giants, and shifts in category performance.Before joined by Zandi, Steve and Michael dig into the retail headlines: strong BFCM e-commerce results , Buy Now Pay Later surging again, and evidence that AI-driven traffic is now materially influencing online demand. They examine the evolving performance of dollar stores, with Five Below delivering standout comps, the ongoing stampede to value, and whether the end of de minimis rules may reshape the bargain landscape.They then break down Macy's mixed but improving traction, tariff lawsuits led by Costco, and the broader retail question of whether top-line growth is increasingly profitless prosperity—a theme reinforced by margins squeezed across beauty, off-price, and specialty retail formats.In a quick recap of the most remarkable stories of the week Steve is stunned that Meta still invests heavily in the metaverse—even while shrinking budgets Michael questions whether defunct brands like Bed Bath & Beyond can meaningfully return in the Canadian retail market dominated by TJX, HomeSense, and IKEA.Expect the annual game of holiday discount chicken to intensify as promotions escalate, plus intriguing experiments like Netflix House in former department-store spaces—potentially hinting at new opportunities for mall real estate. SPECIAL OFFER for our listeners! SAVE 20% on registration for the all new Shoptalk Luxe event in Abu Dhabi January 27-29.For more info go to https://luxe.shoptalk.com/page/get-ticket and then register using our special code : RRLUXE20 About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
Kiera provides very specific tips for how a visionary CEO can keep their practice(s) flourishing on multiple levels without sticking their fingers in all the pies. She gets to the quick with a single question a leader should ask anytime a new task comes across their desk: Just because you can do something, does it mean you should? Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and I'm excited about today's topic and I hope you are too. Delegation, I feel like it's such a, ⁓ feels so hard. It feels like what should I do? What should I delegate? What should I not delegate? And this is for like helping you get to multi-level success. So whatever your success level is, whatever you want it to be, delegation is a huge portion of leadership. And I feel like, especially in multi-practices, if you want to get to multi-practices, that's kind how I'm going to highlight this today. You have to ⁓ really get good at delegation. It's not about doing more. It's about doing more of the right things ⁓ and doing less of everything. And so really, really, really getting into that zone of genius, helping you out with that. So I'm excited about this. ⁓ I'll kind of work it through in a couple of different parts to make this easier for you. It's helping you know, what should I delegate? What should I keep? and how to lead across all the locations with clarity. Because as you scale, a lot of people forget that they have to delegate, that they have to get different pieces. And so what happens is things just start to fall off the wagon. And that can get really, really scary. And then you're trying to like catch it all. And so many people, when they get into multi-practice ownership, they tell me like, I wish I would have just stayed at one. And I think, well, yes, there are benefits to staying at one. You had a call inside, you're so wanting to grow. It's just hard right now because we didn't set it up as successful as we could have. Now, I am not one to judge. I did the exact same thing. And so I know the the taffy pole stretch of trying to do every single piece when you're a multi-practice ownership. And so this is coming from real life tactical, curious life experience of what we see with clients to give you the tips of the trade, to give you the secrets to success and doing it here on the podcast in such an open, friendly, welcoming, no judgment zone. More to just give you a hug to tell you, hey, you're doing better than you think you are. And let's give you some tactical practical tips to help you out. So, A Team, we're obsessed with single practices, so multi-practices. We love to help owners build thriving practices at all levels. We love to work with practices anywhere from the startup zone all the way to the multi-location zone. Whether your plan is to build it into a legacy practice or to sell to a DSO or to whatever it is, there is no right answer with Dental A Team. It is your right answer. It is what is best for you, your life, your practice, and also allowing you the freedom to change that. So. working with doctors and their teams to get to that high level success. ⁓ We are ultimately here to help you have the most profitable practice, the happiest team, the thriving practice of your dreams, and to do it on the easiest way possible. So that's what we're about. This is for ⁓ true, true, helping doctors become true CEOs, not ⁓ operators of their businesses to own their businesses to act in that seat rather than being the managers that oftentimes they are. So step one, when you're moving into this multi-practice ownership, you are shifting and I want you just to know your identity is going to be stripped away. You're going to become the same thing that you feel very uncomfortable in because you've never done this, but this is what your organization needs and I think so often owners fail to rise to the need of the organization of what it needs and they like to stay where it's comfortable. And I remember as an office manager, I like when I truly stepped into the office manager role, I'm like, Well, this is weird. I don't even know what I'm supposed to do. And you've got to just settle in and you'll figure it out very quickly. so helping you just know as the owner CEO of the company, what you have to own, like your true role is to own the vision strategy and culture. These are things that do not get delegated out. They're the core of the leadership. They're you setting the example. And when I realized, like, I remember one day I Googled like, what does a CEO do? Like I truly did not know. ⁓ because I'd been a manager for most of my life. I'd been a doer most of it. I did not realize that my job was to own the vision, the strategy, and the culture. Now, not all CEOs, not owners of businesses actually enjoy the vision. You might not be a visionary and that's okay. You might just need to have somebody paired with you who's a really strong visionary. There's usually a visionary integrator according to Traction by Gina Wickman that I choose to, I subscribe to the strongest. So I'd be like a CEO and a COO. ⁓ The CEO is the visionary, the CEO always operations the day to day making the dreams happen. So it's like Walt and Roy Disney ⁓ are some good examples of that too. So when I'm looking at as a portion that you cannot delegate away, you've really got to own this vision strategy culture. That's you, you're the culture master, you're the strategy, you're the vision. So where are we headed? What does that look like? ⁓ What's our 12 month? What's our three year? What's our 10 year target? That can still be, you set the like framework, the team builds it into a full complete picture. And then what's the culture that we want replicated across all the teams. So ⁓ when we start to get that vision strategy and culture aligned and ⁓ owners don't delegate that, you then can bring in hires faster. You can have core values. You can have KPIs like, because we know it's very clear. How do we act? What are we going towards? And then what are the things that we need to measure? So this is truly something that when I realized like that was my job and it was the bigger picture piece, there's other people that do the day to day. It felt awkward. I'm not gonna lie. Like I was like, ⁓ I feel like I'm putting on a different t-shirt today. And like, I don't even feel comfortable. Like I don't look good in yellow. Well, you might not look good in it, but this is what the organization needs and nobody else is doing this besides you. So ⁓ the question is, if you're a multi-practice ownership and you're in this ownership role, question one is, have I clearly communicated our vision? It's like, if Kiera or the Dental A team were to walk into my practice today and ask any team member, would they know the vision of our company? That should be a resounding yes. And if not, you have not communicated it enough and it has not been clear enough. Does your entire company know the core values and do they live them? And does every single practice know what their targets are for that practice and the KPIs they're tracking? It's very simple way to ask yourself this. And I love to ask this and I love to come to offices. If you were to ask any member of our team member, they would be able to tell you, yes, we know exactly what our core values are. We know what the mission is of our company. We also know where we're headed. Now, I think I could be a bit more clear of where I'm headed in the three and tenure. My leadership team knows that a lot better. My core team knows where we're headed this year, what our core values are, and what the core values are of a company. We have this on a... So some of them could rattle it off, our new team members, this is part of their onboarding. So helping you really figure that out is going to be paramount because now all your practices, all the locations are operating the same way and there's strong clarity. Step two is you're going to delegate operations for leaders. So this is kind of like the CEO versus the COO. So like realistically owners of like CEOs of DSOs and multi-practice ownership, you don't have to be a DSO for this. It can be multi, it can be private still. I have a lot of private practices that are three, five, 10 locations. That's totally fine. You can do that, but you can't scale if you're still solving the supply issues and front desk drama and putting them. So you have to have a regional manager and a lead at each location. That's paramount. You need to have it. They need to have their KPIs and what they're tracking. They also need to know how to make decisions. Like what's the decision framework and how, what do I have decision making autonomy over at the office manager or regional monitor level versus what needs to get approval? And then also we've got to have like training, not just tasks. So that way everybody has training of what do we need to do when we have that set up consistently. So you teach your team and you have a set protocol and process of how to run huddles. Like a system to me is something that no matter who you are, where you come from, whether you've been with us for one day or 10 years, you should be able to do the same thing and get the same results. So a huddle should have a form that everybody follows. You can have it broken down for me. I even have minutes next to it. Like this part's two minutes, part's five minutes. So it's a true 15 minute huddle. for every single practice. Our one-on-ones have a set protocol of how do we do them, when are they run, and how often are they done, where are these things stored? We have a process of how we set up our rooms. We have a process of how we schedule. All these things that you start working on, and doctors who are owners and visionaries might not be good at these processes. So you need a really good regional or really good office manager or really good operations next to you to help build all these things so you do have confident leaders that are leading next to you. But this is everything that gets delegated out. And there's a doctor that I worked with who's actually really, really great at checklists and operations and building. And I said, that's fine. Rock on. You got to pick which seat you want to be in. Do want to be in the CEO visionary seat or do you to be in the operations seat? Both are fine. Both are on the table. Both are doable. And you could honestly do both super, super, super well. You just have to decide which one you want to do. And this doctor, two years later sent me a message and they said, Kiera, I'm so glad you pushed me into that because as much as I was trying to do both, wasn't excelling in either. So they moved into the CEO visionary role. They hired an amazing assistant to them. They hired an amazing regional manager and the practices are flourishing on multi-levels and they have seven locations now in their organization. But this way, there's not the bottlenecks. The CEO, the owner often creates these bottlenecks because they're not delegating those pieces. And then next up is going to be like, how do we actually systematize across the board all the locations? And... ⁓ So this is again, like we've talked about it so many times, it's KPIs, having a dashboard and a scoreboard so you know how every practice is doing, having leadership meetings with agendas and having communication that's very open amongst all practices. And then I do like a centralized training at least once a quarter, if not like once or twice a year. So that way all the teams and all the organization, I know this is a pain for people, but the more you get them all together, the more they realize that they're all on the same team, they're all there. But like, this is not you owner, you're delegating these pieces. So you're delegating the reporting and the communication. So if you look at this really, you're not delegating the culture, you're not delegating the vision, and you're not delegating ⁓ the other piece to that is like the strategy of how we're going to get there. That's your world, that's what you're supposed to be doing. And then your job is to really rise up your leaders. But you are delegating operations, you are delegating systems, you are delegating meetings. Like there's so much to your job that you've been used to doing that you're delegating. And me going from an office manager to a business owner, sometimes it's easy for me to get stuck in management because that's where I feel comfortable. That's where I feel good. ⁓ Vision and strategy, that's actually really hard to put on a scorecard and to account for my time to say like, yep, I put in 40 hours. Well, vision and strategy are not tasks. are, it's like fluffy clouds. and they take quiet, they take ⁓ out of the office, they take ⁓ white noise time is what I like to call it. And it's actually very hard. And I think sometimes this is why CEOs don't like to go into this because it feels fluffy. feels, ⁓ I don't know, like so hard to track, if you will, which it is. But at the same time, if you do that job and you do it well, everything else falls into place and then you just check in on all the other pieces. that are truly delegated. really, it feels so, sometimes I feel like it's unfair. I'm like, what? Like this is all I'm doing and this is everything else that they're doing? Tasks and vision do not get put in same buckets. They're not on a scale of equilibrium. It's not like, well, I spent three hours on vision so I should spend three hours on tasks. No, sometimes vision takes longer. Sometimes it's harder to build. Sometimes strategy's harder to build. The number of nights and times where I'm like working it through in my brain and I'm building it on paper and I'm working through like, What does the company need and what is the culture and how am I going to show up and present and like, what are the meetings I'm going to put it in place? Just because that comes natural for visionaries does not mean that it should be shortchanged for operation that's task built and task focused. But all of this is literally delegated. So all you do is you own the vision and you delegate the operations and you delegate the systemization. Now you oversee it, you are a part of it, you can help create it. So that way it's there. But this is how you have to start to operate in multi locations. A lot of times you are also over the hiring of new doctors ⁓ and then like the partnership portions within the company. If that's a piece of it, that's really what the owner CEO visionary C is responsible for. Yes, you might still do some clinical dentistry, but typically the more practices you build in, the more you're going to need to be overseeing the entire organization and doing less and less and less dentistry because it's something you can delegate out. No one else can do the vision, the strategy and the culture. They can't. everything else can be delegated. And I know this feels weird. It feels awkward. And it's not always right away, but it will start to be something you phase out and phase out and phase out. And it actually becomes really fun and it becomes hard and it's a challenge, but that's what it is. Scaling is not doing all of it. It's about doing the right things as a leader. And this is something where so often we have a phrase in our company where we say, just because you can do it, does that mean you should do it? So leaders, really want to ask the question, just because you can do it, and this is for regional managers, this is for office managers, this is for all leaders, just because you can do it, does that mean you are the best that should do it? We have some team members on our team that love to help out, and I am so grateful for that. Also though, creates that murky and muddy to where I actually don't know who I need to hire, because I've got five people doing something when two people should be able to do it, but I don't know, are they overworked or underworked, because we're all quote unquote helping. So having that. clarity around is really going to help you. So this is a zone where when you're trying to scale multiple practices and you've got that taffy pole, it's the cue that you've got to step into the CEO level leadership and your practice might not need you fully a CEO yet. The business might not need you solely there yet. And so you've got to work on it in phases. And I think the phases are the hard part because you are taffy pulled. So you start to set up days and you start to set up blocks where this is my deep work time for CEO time. And then this is my clinical time. Then this is my... CEO time, and then this is my culture time. This is my strategy time. And I hate the word strategy, it's the swear word in our company, but you do have to build strategy. You do have to talk to other people. have to work on those big relationships. Like that's part of what you do and not undermining it and getting you fully into the right person in the right seat for your organization is going to be paramount for you. And it does take a lot of time. And if you're someone like me, I talk to think, I don't think to talk. So you might need somebody on the other side that works it through with you, whether that's a coach, whether that's a mentor, whether that's your manager, but being able to work through it so that way you're truly in that CEO seat. And so for this, this is strategic leadership. This is next level leadership. This isn't what you've been doing day in, day out, and it's for the next level. And so as you might even be a solo practitioner listening to the podcast today, helping you see what do I need to become and how do I evolve into this? Who do I need on the team? What players do I need to have with me? are all going to be paramount for you to get to this great success that you have. So for this, if you're scaling, you're stuck, you feel like you're doing it all, reach out. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. This is what we do. Our job is to make it to be simple, to be easier for you, to be more fun for you, and all around to create the freedom and the growth that you need to be successful. You have to have the space to do this. That's paramount for you to be able to do it. And we're here to help you along the way. And as always, don't do this alone. You don't have to. And just because you're learning a new role, just like a lot of office managers are learning a new role. There's nothing wrong with that. We're here to help you. We're here to support you. You're not expected to know at all. So stop pretending like you need to and start to grow into the zones that you are truly great at. And as always, let us know how we can help you reach out. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. Go to our website, TheDentalATeam.com book a call. Let's talk about it. Let's find your gaps. Let's give you some resources, no judgment, just massive momentum, massive clarity. And as always, thanks for listening. I'll catch you next time on The Dental A Team podcast.
Whelping Box Foundations with Dr. Marty Greer Host Laura Reeves is joined by Dr. Marty Greer to discuss whelping box foundational elements. From heat sources to bedding to disinfecting, this is “must have” information for all breeders. “All whelping boxes will have a heat source and a surface that's easy to keep clean and disinfected,” Greer said. “We've used the whelping nest as a heat source. There's other companies now that make them and if you don't have electricity they make them propane powered. They make them powered on DC batteries so you can get alternative sources and it might not be a bad idea to have that as an alternative source if you normally have electricity but you're in an area that may have frequent outages and you're expecting puppies.” The heat source should NOT be a heat lamp due not only to fire danger but to the inherent dryness of the environment they create, which can reduce necessary hydration for the puppies. “You want to make sure that you're disinfecting,” Greer said, “and you're using the right disinfectant with the right dilution or concentration. If it's required to be rinsed that you rinse. So read the label directions and don't mix Clorox with anything else. Don't mix your stuff. “So first you're going to have this surface that's heated and you're going to have a disinfectant surface and then you need something absorbent. Because even when the female is cleaning up after the puppies, puppies still will have urine, they'll have stool. And so you need something absorbent, especially in the first 3 or 4 weeks. “If I cannot tell you anything else, please, no newspaper, no shredded paper. Traction. There's nice fleeces that you can put in the box, those work well. I like the absorbency of the repeat pads, and they're a lot easier to launder than the big fleeces. The fleeces, you have to go to the laundromat if they're really huge, because they won't fit in your typical washer and dryer. And then what I put on top of those is I'll put an absorbent material down, like the Repeat pads that Revival has. And then I put down bath mats.”
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