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EP. 495 Best to the Nest: Podcast LIVE! Thank you to all the Nester's who welcomed us to Apple Valley, Minnesota. You asked great questions and laughed in all the right places. We had so much fun hanging out with all of you. Also, thanks to the kind people who sponsor our little podcast: Healing Insight. Healing Insight is a sanctuary for women seeking answers beyond conventional medicine. New patients receive $200 off a Women's Health Acupuncture package when you mention Best to the Nest. Find out more at healinginsightonline.comSchuler Shoes. It's all about sandals at Schuler Shoes. Buy 1 pair of sandals, save 10 dollars. Buy 2, save 30 dollars. Buy 3, save 60 dollars until June 28th. Birkenstocks, Hoka, and Ugg excluded. Find out more at schulershoes.com.Hennepin County Trees. Hennepin County has set a goal of one million trees planted by 2030. And we're half way there. 500,000 trees planted. You can help plant 500,000 more. Planting a tree is as easy as 1, 2, Tree. Pick the right tree, plant it, and take care of it. Find out more at Hennepintrees.org.Our Website: https://www.besttothenest.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/besttothenest?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1088997968155776/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP. 494 Best to the Nest: StrangersStrangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden is number two on the New York Time's hardcover nonfiction bestseller list. It has been on the list for 18 weeks, and women readers are buzzing about it. We have thoughts, and we hope you will share yours with us as well.Also, thanks to the kind people who sponsor our little podcast: Schuler Shoes. It's all about sandals at Schuler Shoes. Buy 1 pair of sandals, save 10 dollars. Buy 2, save 30 dollars. Buy 3, save 60 dollars until June 28th. Birkenstocks, Hoka, and Ugg excluded. Find out more at schulershoes.com.Ramsey Recycles. If you are a Minnesota resident, more than likely, you can drop of your household hazardous waste for free at the Ramsey County Environmental Center in Roseville. Find out more at RamseyRecycles.com/EC. Hennepin County Trees. Hennepin County has set a goal of one million trees planted by 2030. And we're half way there. 500,000 trees planted. You can help plant 500,000 more. Planting a tree is as easy as 1, 2, Tree. Pick the right tree, plant it, and take care of it. Find out more at Hennepintrees.org.Healing Insight. Healing Insight is a sanctuary for women seeking answers beyond conventional medicine. New patients receive $200 off a Women's Health Acupuncture package when you mention Best to the Nest. Find out more at healinginsightonline.comOur Website: https://www.besttothenest.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/besttothenest?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1088997968155776/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In 1978, Brian Smith quit his accounting job in Australia and headed to California with a surfboard, some savings, and ambition. He figured California was where he'd find an idea or a product to bring back home to Australia to build a business. A year in, he was still looking.But then he saw an advertisement in a surfing magazine for Australian sheepskin boots. Uggs were so widespread in Australia at the time, the name was a generic term - like flip flops - not a brand. Brian was immediately stoked: these boots were virtually unknown in America. If he could get ugg boots for sale in the U.S., they would be a huge success! Almost nobody else agreed.For years, Brian lived on the edge of collapse. He sold boots from the back of his van and worked construction and golf course maintenance jobs to survive. Retailers laughed him out of stores. He lost control of his company twice. At one point, he literally crawled across the floor from stress, ready to walk away forever.And yet…he kept going.What followed was one of the most unlikely brand-building stories in modern retail history — involving surf culture, trademark wars, miraculous timing, brutal financing mistakes, and a product the fashion world initially dismissed.Today, UGG generates more than $2.5 billion a year in sales.You'll hear how Brian:Turned rejection into problems to solveDiscovered marketing insights that changed UGG foreverSurvived years of cash-flow disastersLost control of the company and regained it a couple of times.Used surf culture to build an emotional connection with customersNearly quit… over and over again…And how he eventually sold UGG to footwear giant, DeckerTimestamps:09:51 Brian's eureka moment that led to the birth of UGG12:41 The first sales trip results in ZERO sales21:10 The mantra that kept Brian going while doing odd summer jobs to survive28:32 Brian gets a critical lesson in marketing…from some 12-year-old kids51:59 Brian's most effective strategy for retail: the “Six-Pair Stocking Plan”56:42 On track to regain his ownership - Brian hits a huge snag01:01:57 A midnight phone call from Australia saves the business01:11:28 Brian gets the last laugh in the trademark dispute - and acquires a boot factory01:14:54 Pamela Anderson wears UGGs on the set of Baywatch01:23:39 A chance meeting in the Atlanta airport leads to a deal to sell UGGThis episode was researched and produced by Casey Herman, with music by Ramtin Arablouei, and edited by Andrea Bruce.Follow How I Built This:Instagram → @howibuiltthisX → @HowIBuiltThisFacebook → How I Built ThisFollow Guy Raz:Instagram → @guy.razYoutube → guy_razX → @guyrazSubstack → guyraz.substack.comWebsite → guyraz.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP. 493 Best to the Nest: Who Knew? We're chatting about what we learn when we travel. Well, if it's Japan, we learn a lot about Seven Eleven. Yes, we do! And yet, there's more. Also, thanks to the kind people who sponsor our little podcast: Healing Insight.Healing Insight is a sanctuary for women seeking answers beyond conventional medicine. New patients receive $200 off a Women's Health Acupuncture package when you mention Best to the Nest. Find out more at healinginsightonline.com Schuler Shoes. It's all about sandals at Schuler Shoes. Buy 1 pair of sandals, save 10 dollars. Buy 2, save 30 dollars. Buy 3, save 60 dollars until June 28th. Birkenstocks, Hoka, and Ugg excluded. Find out more at schulershoes.com.Ramsey Recycles. If you are a Minnesota resident, more than likely, you can drop of your household hazardous waste for free at the Ramsey County Environmental Center in Roseville. Find out more at RamseyRecycles.com/EC. Hennepin County Trees. Hennepin County has set a goal of one million trees planted by 2030. And we're half way there. 500,000 trees planted. You can help plant 500,000 more. Planting a tree is as easy as 1, 2, Tree. Pick the right tree, plant it, and take care of it. Find out more at Hennepintrees.org.Our Website: https://www.besttothenest.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/besttothenest?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1088997968155776/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Werbung | Zum 80. Jubiläum: Jetzt 4 Wochen Handelsblatt kostenlos sichern. Alle Infos unter: www.handelsblatt.com/80 Die Wall Street startet vor dem langen Wochenende freundlich in den Handelstag. Die wachsende Hoffnung auf eine diplomatische Lösung im Konflikt zwischen den USA und Iran sorgt für eine Entspannung bei Inflation und Ölpreisen, auch wenn weiterhin erhebliche Differenzen bestehen. Die Rendite der zehnjährigen US-Staatsanleihe fällt leicht auf 4,56 Prozent zurück. Eine Entspannung im Nahen Osten würde den Inflationsdruck abschwächen. Außerdem liefert die Berichtssaison der Wall Street weiterhin Rückenwind. Besonders stark fallen die Zahlen von Ross Stores aus. Der Einzelhändler schlägt die Erwartungen bei Umsatz, Gewinn und vergleichbaren Umsätzen deutlich und hebt die Jahresprognose klar an. Analysten sehen darin einen weiteren Beleg, dass preisbewusste Verbraucher verstärkt auf Discount Händler ausweichen. Ebenfalls positiv aufgenommen werden die Zahlen von Deckers Outdoor mit starker Nachfrage bei Hoka und Ugg sowie robusten Margen und einem deutlich ausgeweiteten Aktienrückkaufprogramm. Workday überzeugt mit besseren Margen, starkem Wachstum bei KI-Lösungen und soliden Auftragsbeständen. Der gesamte Software-Sektor dürfte von dieser Entwicklung vor dem Wochenende profitieren. Auch Zoom Communications profitiert von einer erfolgreichen Monetarisierung der KI-Produkte und hebt den Ausblick an. Im Fokus bleibt SpaceX nach dem eingereichten Börsenprospekt für den möglicherweise größten Börsengang der Geschichte. Gleichzeitig berichten Medien, dass OpenAI bereits heute vertraulich die Unterlagen für einen Börsengang einreichen könnte. Ein Podcast - featured by Handelsblatt. ► Direkt an der Börse handeln mit tradegate.direct: https://bit.ly/wallstreet_april * ► Erhalte einen exklusiven 15% Rabatt auf Saily eSIM Datentarife! Lade die Saily-App herunter und benutze den Code wallstreet beim Bezahlen: https://saily.com/wallstreet * ► Entdecke den exklusiven NordVPN Deal! Jetzt risikofrei testen mit einer 30-Tage-Geld-zurück-Garantie: https://nordvpn.com/wallstreet * +++ Alle Rabattcodes und Infos zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/wallstreet_podcast +++ Impressum: https://www.360wallstreet.de/impressum *Werbung
This week on Reel Talk, Honey heads to the cinema to see the iconic The Devil Wears Prada 2, the pair watch Widow's Bay, a new Apple TV comedy-horror series, and Jonathan takes a look at Netflix's Man on Fire, a reimagining of the 1994 movie starring Denzel Washington.In other news, Honey doesn't want to be perceived, she heads to the Iron Maiden documentary premiere alongside giant Eddie the skeleton, and Jonathan is involved in more UGG-related business.If you want to get involved in the show, follow us on Instagram at @reeltalkross.Listen and subscribe to Reel Talk wherever you get your podcasts.
Sign up for Audible, using our affiliate link! When you sign up for Audible you will be helping out our podcast, and the “Terry goat fund.” Sign up, and get your first month free. After that it becomes $15 every month. You can unsubscribe at any time. Each month you will get one token for an audible book, and some really great prices and discounts on titles that you want to add to your library. Quick recap This was episode 274 of “That Sounds Funny,” a podcast hosted by Keith, Terry, and Jill, where they discussed various news stories and personal updates. The episode began with the hosts sharing personal news including Terry’s recent visit to the VA hospital and Jill’s experience teaching loom knitting at a local coffee shop. The trio then engaged in a detailed trivia quiz about the movie “Old Yeller” before Terry presented a top 10 list of April Fool’s Day pranks featuring fictional products like “Coke Sauce” and “Dude Wipes Butt Mask.” The episode concluded with an anchor topic about orientation and mobility, covering navigation techniques and the use of GPS systems for blind individuals, with the hosts inviting listeners to submit questions about blindness-related topics. Summary Terry discussed his recent visit to the VA hospital for therapy and upcoming changes to his compression garments. The group briefly discussed current events including the rescue of downed pilots and the lunar mission, before transitioning to personal updates including Jill’s experience teaching loom knitting. Jill shared her recent visit to the Post Common in Alton, a repurposed post office now serving as a coffee shop and social space, where she learned about an upcoming crafting event. She also discussed attending Easter services with her family, including her daughter and grandchildren, and mentioned a humorous observation about a church member’s appearance. News of the Week Terry shared wildlife experts’ warnings about the dangers of discarded vape cartridges, noting that squirrels have been observed interacting with them. Jill then discussed an incident where an American Airlines flight was delayed due to a swarm of bees in the engine, which were safely removed and relocated. Keith concluded by sharing that Philadelphia International Airport set a Guinness World Record for the longest line of Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, which were made to celebrate Philly Cheesesteak Day. Terry shared a story about a rattlesnake entering a couple’s bedroom in Texas, which was safely removed by a snake wrangler. Jill then talked about a 44-year-old dove named Sugar from Missouri, which holds a Guinness record for the oldest living dove in captivity. Keith mentioned the theft of 12 tons of Kit Kat chocolate bars from a truck in Europe. The conversation concluded with Terry sharing a story about a green meteor seen in Oregon, which some speculated might have been debris from the Artemis rocket’s toilet problem. Jill's Trivia Quiz The group engaged in a trivia quiz about the movie “Old Yeller,” discussing various aspects of the film including characters, plot points, and actors. They identified answers through discussion and research, with Chuck Connors being confirmed as the actor who played Vern Sanderson. Terry's Top 10 List The group discussed various fictional or hypothetical product collaborations, including Cane Sauce Coca-Cola, Dude Wipes Butt Mask, and Puff’s pastry sheet masks. They also talked about a UGG umbrella clip, a chocolate phone case, a Mash Gang Office Keg for non-alcoholic beer, and a potential collaboration between Top Ramen and Butterfingers. The discussion was informal and focused on finding humor in these creative product ideas, with participants sharing their thoughts and questions about each concept. Anchor Topic The group then discussed the upcoming anchor topic about orientation and mobility, with Keith explaining the concepts of mental mapping and physical movement. Keith provided insights on using tools like GPS, guide dogs, and canes for navigation, while Jill’s and Terry’s comment highlighted practical challenges with GPS routing and one-way streets. The discussion concluded with Keith inviting listeners to submit questions about blindness-related topics for future podcast episodes. Email and Final Thoughts Keith shared several listener emails featuring humorous stories. The first email described a scenario where an 18-year-old girl informed her parents about a pregnancy, leading to a visit from the potential father who offered financial support based on the gender and outcome of the pregnancy. The second email told a story about a fast-food worker whose morning was delayed by a police officer blocking the driveway, only to encounter the same officer as a customer later that day, resulting in a public dressing down by the police captain. Keith shared a voicemail about a creative revenge story where a woman, after being dumped by her husband of 37 years, filled the curtain rods in their home with shrimp shells and caviar before leaving, causing a persistent smell that eventually forced the new owners to sell at a significantly reduced price. Keith shared another voicemail about a ski trip story about John and Keith staying in a barn with a widow, which ended with John inheriting her estate. The final word from our AI companion The group then shared various dad jokes and humorous one-liners. At the end, Keith announced that listeners could find more shows on their website www.thatsoundsfunny.com, where they could also subscribe, leave comments, and donate to support the show. 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After 244 episodes of fashion debates, wardrobe dilemmas, trend predictions, and the occasional style confession, the Wisdom From the Wardrobe team takes a step back to look at the journey of the show itself. What began as a simple monthly conversation about clothes grew into a weekly exploration of fashion trends, personal style, wardrobe psychology, and the ever-changing relationship people have with getting dressed. Naturally, this episode begins in classic Wisdom From the Wardrobe fashion, with a slightly unexpected detour. Bec arrives armed with a Thera-Cane and the bold declaration that she may have been “born to be 80,” which quickly leads to a lively discussion about the so-called Potato Shoe Theory. From Birkenstock to UGG slippers to foam-molded footwear that looks suspiciously like it may have been inspired by root vegetables, the team explores the rise of comfort-first fashion and the curious charm of “ugly-cute” shoes in the 2020s. From there the conversation turns toward the show itself and the many directions it has taken over the years. Along the way the team revisits memorable moments, spirited debates around the table, surprising fashion comebacks, and the universal wardrobe mystery of why we all seem to own at least one item we've never worn but absolutely refuse to part with. More than anything, this retrospective celebrates the conversations that made the show what it is: discussions about confidence, identity, creativity, and the small daily ritual of choosing how we present ourselves to the world through clothing. After hundreds of conversations about style, trends, and the psychology of getting dressed, the team reflects on what they've learned and what they hope listeners have taken away from the show. Trends may come and go, but great style, like a good conversation — never really goes out of fashion. If this is your first time listening, here are a few episodes from the archive to get you started: • Our conversations about personal style and confidence • Episodes exploring fashion trends and wardrobe psychology • Listener favorite discussions on closet clean-outs and wardrobe strategy Browse the full archive and discover more conversations about fashion, style, and the everyday ritual of getting dressed.
After 244 episodes of fashion debates, wardrobe dilemmas, trend predictions, and the occasional style confession, the Wisdom From the Wardrobe team takes a step back to look at the journey of the show itself. What began as a simple monthly conversation about clothes grew into a weekly exploration of fashion trends, personal style, wardrobe psychology, and the ever-changing relationship people have with getting dressed. Naturally, this episode begins in classic Wisdom From the Wardrobe fashion, with a slightly unexpected detour. Bec arrives armed with a Thera-Cane and the bold declaration that she may have been "born to be 80," which quickly leads to a lively discussion about the so-called Potato Shoe Theory. From Birkenstock Bostons to UGG slippers to foam-molded footwear that looks suspiciously like it may have been inspired by root vegetables, the team explores the rise of comfort-first fashion and the curious charm of "ugly-cute" shoes in the 2020s. From there the conversation turns toward the show itself and the many directions it has taken over the years. Along the way the team revisits memorable moments, spirited debates around the table, surprising fashion comebacks, and the universal wardrobe mystery of why we all seem to own at least one item we've never worn but absolutely refuse to part with. More than anything, this retrospective celebrates the conversations that made the show what it is: discussions about confidence, identity, creativity, and the small daily ritual of choosing how we present ourselves to the world through clothing. After hundreds of conversations about style, trends, and the psychology of getting dressed, the team reflects on what they've learned and what they hope listeners have taken away from the show. Trends may come and go, but great style — like a good conversation — never really goes out of fashion. If this is your first time listening, here are a few episodes from the archive to get you started: • Our conversations about personal style and confidence • Episodes exploring fashion trends and wardrobe psychology • Listener favorite discussions on closet clean-outs and wardrobe strategy Browse the full archive and discover more conversations about fashion, style, and the everyday ritual of getting dressed.
DOCKET ALERTS:The Justice Department is suing New Jersey for not letting ICE use state buildings and parks for immigration enforcement. Because the Tenth Amendment is basically a suggestion?CBP agents dumped a blind, sick, refugee who spoke no English outside a doughnut shop in Buffalo because they couldn't deport him. Local police are investigating his death.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is trying to manhandle Anthropic into letting it use Claude for domestic surveillance and autonomous targeting. MAIN SHOW:ICE's total refusal to follow the law has flooded federal courts with habeas corpus petitions, and judges are PISSED. On Thursday, two judges in Minnesota and one in New Jersey threatened to hold prosecutors in contempt of court over DOJ/DHS refusing to follow court orders in immigration cases.The fascinating “Quince sues UGG” antitrust lawsuit is Last Brand, Inc. v. Deckers Outdoor Corporation. The (possibly even true) story of ugh, ugly, and finally ugg boots is told here by the Everything Australian company.On Wednesday, Judge Brian Murphy ruled that the Trump administration's policy of third-country removals was illegal.And for subscribers, we'll discuss Pete Hegseth's battle with Anthropic and DHS's theft of more than 42,000 tax returns from IRS's database.LinksUS v. New Jersey https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72316303/united-states-v-new-jersey/Nearly blind refugee found dead in New York days after immigration agents dropped him at a coffee shop alone, officials sayhttps://www.cnn.com/2026/02/26/us/shah-alam-blind-refugee-border-patrol-hnk‘Incoherent': Hegseth's Anthropic ultimatum confounds AI policymakers https://www.politico.com/news/2026/02/26/incoherent-hegseths-anthropic-ultimatum-confounds-ai-policymakers-00800135Cartagena Hueso v. Sotohttps://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72279969/cartagena-hueso-v-soto/D.V.D. v. Dep't of Homeland Security (D. Mass. 2025) [docket via CourtListener]https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.mad.282404/gov.uscourts.mad.282404.241.0.pdfThe Surprising History of the Aussie Ugg Boothttps://everythingaustralian.com.au/blog/post/the-surprising-history-of-the-aussie-ugg-bootLast Brand, Inc. v. Deckers Outdoor Corporation (N.D. Cal. 2026) [docket via CourtListener]https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72311102/last-brand-inc-v-deckers-outdoor-corporation/Center for Taxpayer Rights v. IRShttps://www.courtlistener.com/docket/69646607/center-for-taxpayer-rights-v-internal-revenue-serviceShow Links:https://www.lawandchaospod.com/BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPodThreads: @LawAndChaosPodTwitter: @LawAndChaosPodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shares of Deckers (DECK) stepped higher after Argus upgraded the company. The stock stumbled in 2025, with Marley Kayden pointing to factors Argus sees in a 2026 rebound. Two key players backing growth: Ugg and Hoka. Dan Deming offers an example options trade for Deckers. ======== 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
Before dropping into the run of his life, Aussie mogul skier Cooper Woods was lying in the snow trying to find a moment of Zen. Hear the Olympic champion describe the "terrifying" moment he realised he was skiing last against the G.O.A.T., and why he ended up standing on the podium in a borrowed pair of UGG boots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"One of our most unique and precious things we can use is our own voice." -Tina Dietz Tina Dietz is an award-winning vocal leadership expert and founder and CEO of Twin Flames Studios, a premier audio publishing company helping entrepreneurs and experts turn their voices into powerful audiobooks and professionally published books. A pioneer in voice-powered publishing, she led the industry's first fully guided remote audiobook recording experience and is known for transforming podcast content into lasting authority and revenue-generating assets. With over 20 years of experience across 30+ industries and eight countries, Tina has worked with global brands including Johnson & Johnson, GE, Aetna, and UGG. Recognized by Forbes and Inc., and a founding member of the Forbes Coaches Council, she is a trusted voice shaping the future of audio publishing. Website: https://twinflamesstudios.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinadietz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TwinFlamesStudios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twinflamesstudios/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwinFlamesStudiosLeadership/ Zachary Bernard is the founder of We Feature You PR, a public relations company that helps individuals and businesses establish themselves as thought leaders through podcasts and press. Since its inception, We Feature You PR has worked with 350+ clients, from solopreneurs to publicly traded companies, securing features in major publications like Forbes, Entrepreneur, and USA Today, and booking over a 1,000 podcast appearances. Website: https://wefeatureyou.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itszachb/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itszachb_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itszachb_ In this episode, we explore leadership, podcast marketing, audiobook creation, and authentic AI strategies with Tina and Zach. Apply to join our marketing mastermind group: https://notypicalmoments.typeform.com/to/hWLDNgjz Follow No Typical Moments at: Website: https://notypicalmoments.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-typical-moments-llc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4G7csw9j7zpjdASvpMzqUA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notypicalmoments Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NTMoments
"One of our most unique and precious things we can use is our own voice." -Tina Dietz Tina Dietz is an award-winning vocal leadership expert and founder and CEO of Twin Flames Studios, a premier audio publishing company helping entrepreneurs and experts turn their voices into powerful audiobooks and professionally published books. A pioneer in voice-powered publishing, she led the industry's first fully guided remote audiobook recording experience and is known for transforming podcast content into lasting authority and revenue-generating assets. With over 20 years of experience across 30+ industries and eight countries, Tina has worked with global brands including Johnson & Johnson, GE, Aetna, and UGG. Recognized by Forbes and Inc., and a founding member of the Forbes Coaches Council, she is a trusted voice shaping the future of audio publishing. Website: https://twinflamesstudios.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinadietz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TwinFlamesStudios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twinflamesstudios/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwinFlamesStudiosLeadership/ Zachary Bernard is the founder of We Feature You PR, a public relations company that helps individuals and businesses establish themselves as thought leaders through podcasts and press. Since its inception, We Feature You PR has worked with 350+ clients, from solopreneurs to publicly traded companies, securing features in major publications like Forbes, Entrepreneur, and USA Today, and booking over a 1,000 podcast appearances. Website: https://wefeatureyou.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itszachb/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itszachb_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itszachb_ In this episode, we explore leadership, podcast marketing, audiobook creation, and authentic AI strategies with Tina and Zach. Apply to join our marketing mastermind group: https://notypicalmoments.typeform.com/to/hWLDNgjz Follow No Typical Moments at: Website: https://notypicalmoments.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/no-typical-moments-llc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4G7csw9j7zpjdASvpMzqUA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notypicalmoments Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NTMoments
Diane King Hall laces up for a full earnings breakdown on Ugg's parent company Deckers Brands (DECK). She points to the surge in Hoka revenue, up 18.5% in Deckers' 3Q report, as well as the company's hiked guidance as catalysts for its Friday stock rally. On the financials front, Diane checks in on Sofi Technologies (SOFI) topping $1B for the first time in its latest quarterly figures. To the downside, KLA Corp. (KLAC) as 2Q numbers were slightly ahead of Street estimates. ======== 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
Morningstar's David Swartz believes there are more expansion opportunities ahead for Deckers (DECK) following the company's step up in earnings. He points to brand positivity increasing for its Ugg and Hoka brands beyond the U.S. bolstering sales abroad. David later talks about some of Deckers' biggest competition, from companies in "hyperbolic growth mode" like ON Holding's (ONON) to those struggling like Lululemon (LULU). George Tsilis offers an example options trade for Deckers. ======== 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
✨**we apologize for any bob the builder related noises you may hear during this episode, all we have to say about it is, well, JOE.**✨ We feel like we've been saying this a lot lately but we're BACK! Kelsey's now a pilot (go her) ✈️ and Melissa is still here and still pregnant.
The Room That Changed Everything: Why Your Environment Shapes Your SuccessThis week, I walked into a mastermind that reminded me—again—why the right room can change the entire trajectory of your business, your relationships, your wealth, and your health.It wasn't about tactics.It wasn't about who had the highest GCI. And it definitely wasn't about whose team was the biggest.Instead, it was about perspective.It was about identity. It was about alignment.And it stretched me in a way that podcasts, videos, and social media never could.In this episode, I share the real lessons I took away from sitting in a room full of high-level entrepreneurs—including conversations around brain chemistry, wealth-building, long-term thinking, and why proximity truly compounds over time.This isn't an episode about motivation. It's an episode about elevation—and why the rooms you choose today will shape the life you live years from now.If you've been feeling stuck, uninspired, or like you've been doing “all the things” but not actually moving forward… this conversation is going to challenge you in the best way.Things I Cover in This EpisodeHere's what I break down:• The surprising ways our industry has matured—and why that matters • Why “information” isn't what changes you… rooms do • The power of proximity and how relationships compound over time • The identity shift of today's top producers and leaders • Lessons from Ben Kinney on brain chemistry, motivation, and discipline • The mindset and wealth principles from UGG founder Brian Smith & author George Antone • The difference between pressure and regulation—and why it matters for success • What the right room should activate in you • The simple question that will tell you if you're in the wrong environment • The true ROI of masterminds (hint: it's not what you think)And most importantly…• How to choose rooms that expand you—not drain you.If this episode sparked something in you, share it with a friend who needs to hear it and tag me @itsraquelq so I can celebrate what stood out for you.And if you're ready to step into rooms that stretch your thinking, support your growth, and elevate your business to the next level— join our upcoming Play Bigger workshops & masterminds at letsplaybigger.com or send me a DM on Instagram.The right room changes everything.Let's get you in the room where your next level begins.---Thank you for joining me on this episode of Play Bigger with Raquel Quinet, and remember, keep pushing your limits to achieve your goals.For updates and collaborations or opportunities, go to www.LetsPlayBigger.comFind more resources on our websitehttps://raquelq.com/podcast/Follow Raquel on Raquel Quinet's socials:Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | LinkedInCheck Out Our2025 Play Bigger EventsApply to be in our Play Bigger MastermindGrow Your Real Estate Business with Real Brokerage
In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, Samantha Cieslinski sits down with legendary footwear innovator Stuart Jenkins, founder and CEO of Blumaka and creator of Flex Footwear. From running the Boston Marathon before there were mile markers to helping brands like HOKA, UGG, and Reebok transform the way we move, Stuart's story is equal parts grit, vision, and innovation.Samantha and Stuart swap stories about running, motherhood, and mindset—exploring what it takes to believe in an idea when no one else does. They dive deep into:How 94 companies said no before Reebok said yesThe invention of air-cushioned soles before Nike AirWhy sustainability and performance must coexistHow Blumaka turns 85 percent recycled foam waste into insoles that outperform the originalsWhat it meant for Oprah Winfrey to name Flex Footwear one of her Favorite Things of 2024And why every marathon—and every dream—starts with one brave step forwardIt's an inspiring, soulful, and surprisingly funny conversation about perseverance, purpose, and the simple joy of lacing up and moving forward.Guest Links
Send us a textIf you've been secretly fantasising about running away to a hotel for 48 hours of silence and room service, this episode is your love letter.Lazy Girl Reinvention (or Lazy Queen Reinvention, if we're being honest) isn't about being lazy. It's about being done living like you've got to earn rest with suffering. It's about choosing ease without guilt, dropping the martyr routine, and giving your nervous system an actual break instead of another bloody to-do list.This episode is for the woman who:Says “I'll just…” 47 times before sitting down.Reheats the same cup of tea until it tastes like regret.Thinks she's “busy” but is actually exhausted from over-functioning.Hasn't had a slow morning since the dial-up era.Feels jealous of people who rest… which is basically her soul tapping the mic saying “excuse me, we want that too.”Inside this episode, we dig into:Why you don't need a personality transplant, a Bali retreat, or a colour-coded life plan to reinvent yourselfThe myth of the Overachieving Phoenix (you do not need to rise from ashes like a dramatic Disney bird)What lazy actually means when you're a woman (spoiler: society sees men resting as “strategic” but calls women “lazy” …. obvs)The tiny identity shifts that create massive peace without costing you more energyThe emotional apps you need to delete (like “say yes when you mean no” or “must be productive to have worth”)The energy audit that'll quietly save your sanityLazy manifestation that doesn't involve a full moon, a candle, or a ritual that takes longer than your patienceWhy ease = alignment, not apathyPlus, I'm giving you:Micro habits that actually work on your worst dayLazy Queen mantras to stick on your mirrorA tiny homework piece that'll slow your whole nervous system (in the best way)And yes, we take a little detour into:Drinking your tea while it's hotThe death of burnout-as-a-personalityRest as rebellionAnd the life-changing moment I stopped checking shitty work emails before 9amIf you're a high-achieving woman who's been living like she's late for a life she's already in… this one is going to land. Hard. In a good way.Your new identity doesn't need a full reboot. Just a softer pace.And maybe a pair of Ugg slippers.Mentioned in this episode:The 7-Minute Badass Power Morning Audio Bundle… seven bite-sized rituals for chaotic women who want calmer mornings without performing for the internet.Find it at https://thequeenofreinvention.com/work-with-me/Come say hi on Instagram: @queenofreinvention …. tell me what you're quitting, what you're slowing down, or what you're doing the lazy girl way this week.Sarah x
Japan's Top Business Interviews Podcast By Dale Carnegie Training Tokyo, Japan
"Come as you are works in Japan when leaders are also willing to read the air and meet people where they are". "Japan isn't as risk-averse as people think; it is uncertainty avoidance and consensus norms like nemawashi and ringi-sho that slow decisions". "In Japan, numbers are universal, but how people feel about those numbers is where real leadership begins". "For foreign leaders, kindness, patience, and genuine curiosity are far more powerful than charisma or title". "Women leaders who embrace their own style, instead of copying male role models, can quietly transform Japanese workplaces". Joanne Lin is Senior Director, APAC, for Deckers Brands, the American company behind UGG, HOKA, and Teva. Born in Taiwan and raised in Canada, she later completed her MBA at Boston University and began her career in Boston, working in a trading company and then at Merrill Lynch Investment Company. In 2000, she moved to Japan for family reasons and has since built a 25-year leadership career in this complex market. In Japan, Joanne first held senior finance roles, including Head of Finance for Reebok Japan and CFO for Aegis Media, where she worked on mergers and acquisitions. She joined Deckers over thirteen years ago as CFO for Japan and was later asked to step in as interim Country Manager for Deckers Japan. Today she is back in an APAC-wide role, responsible for finance and strategy across 15 markets, including Japan, China, South Korea, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand. Her remit covers subsidiaries and distributor markets alike, requiring constant adaptation across cultures. Throughout her journey, Joanne has learned to reconcile a direct, North American style with Japan's more implicit, consensus-driven culture. Often mistaken for Japanese because of her appearance, she calls herself the "invisible gaijin", using that ambiguity to observe carefully, read body language, and bridge cultural expectations. Her leadership story is one of resilience, curiosity, and the quiet confidence to lead as herself in a country that often expects conformity. Joanne Lin's leadership journey began far from Japan. Born in Taiwan and raised in Toronto, she grew up immersed in North American directness, meritocracy, and straight-talking feedback. After completing an MBA at Boston University, she started her career in Boston, first at a trading company and then at Merrill Lynch Investment Company, building a strong foundation in finance. Numbers, ratios, and cash flows were her native business language long before she ever heard the phrase kūki o yomu — "reading the air" — in Japan. In 2000, she moved to Japan for family reasons, expecting to build a career but not realising how deeply the culture would challenge her assumptions about leadership. She entered the corporate world here without Japanese language skills and without local experience. Physically, many colleagues assumed she was Japanese, or at least of Japanese descent, and treated her accordingly. She jokes that she became an "invisible gaijin": expected to understand unspoken rules despite never having grown up with them. Early on, she discovered that in Japan, silence often speaks louder than words. Concepts akin to nemawashi — the quiet groundwork of building consensus before meetings — and the unspoken pressure to align with the group meant that decisions rarely came from a single, charismatic leader. Instead, she had to watch faces, posture and micro-reactions around the table. While she came from an environment where people said "yes" or "no" clearly, in Japan phrases like "I'll think about it" could mean "no" 80% of the time. Learning to interpret these signals became as important as reading the P&L. Her career advanced steadily through senior finance roles: Head of Finance for Reebok Japan, CFO for Aegis Media leading M&A, and later CFO for Deckers Japan. Over thirteen years at Deckers, she helped steer the growth of brands such as UGG and the fast-rising performance brand HOKA in one of the world's most competitive footwear markets. Eventually, she was asked to serve as interim Country Manager for Deckers Japan, an opportunity that tested her ability to go beyond numbers and lead entire functions including sales, marketing, HR and retail. Joanne's leadership philosophy is grounded in being genuine and transparent. She believes in explaining the "why" behind decisions, giving context, and aligning people rather than simply seeking agreement. She spends time helping non-finance colleagues understand what gross margin, discounts and operating income mean in practical terms, translating finance into everyday language rather than using it as a gatekeeping tool. Engagement surveys, where Japan often scores modestly compared with global benchmarks, have been a recurring theme in her work. Rather than blaming culture, she looks at how questions are worded, how norms shape responses, and then uses those insights to design practical remedies — from "lunch and learn" sessions to cross-functional gatherings and new-joiner lunches with senior leaders. As a woman leader, Joanne has wrestled with impostor syndrome yet chosen to step forward anyway. She sees many high-potential women in Japan holding back, waiting to be "perfect" before raising their hand. Her message to them is clear: trust yourself, recognise your natural strengths in communication and empathy, and accept that no leader — male or female — is ever fully ready. In the end, her story is about blending global experience with local nuance, leading with kindness and clarity, and proving that one can honour Japanese culture while still bringing a distinct, authentic leadership style to the table. Q&A Summary What makes leadership in Japan unique? For Joanne, leadership in Japan is defined by what is not said. The real meeting often happens before and after the official meeting, through nemawashi, where stakeholders quietly shape outcomes. In the room, kūki o yomu — reading the air — is critical: leaders must observe body language, side glances and subtle hesitations to interpret what people truly think. Formal tools like ringi-sho workflows, built on stamped approvals and consensus, reinforce a collective approach to decision-making. Japanese employees often assume the leader should already know their needs without them having to say it. That expectation of intuitive understanding, combined with a strong norm of harmony, makes empathetic listening and patience indispensable leadership skills. Why do global executives struggle? Global executives often arrive with a Western template: clear targets, rapid decisions, direct feedback. In Japan, that can clash with a culture that prizes stability, seniority and group consensus. Leaders may misinterpret indirect communication as indecisiveness or lack of ambition, when in fact people are carefully weighing the impact on the group. Engagement surveys then show Japan at the bottom of global rankings, and headquarters misreads this as disengagement, rather than a reflection of conservative scoring norms. Many foreign leaders also underestimate how much time must be invested in trust-building, one-on-one conversations, and slow-burn relationship work before people feel safe to share ideas or challenge the status quo. Is Japan truly risk-averse? Joanne sees Japan as more uncertainty-avoidant than risk-averse in the pure financial sense. As a finance professional, she knows that commercial risk can be quantified — through scenarios, ratios and forecasts. But in Japan, the social and reputational risks loom equally large: who will be blamed if this fails, what will it do to group harmony, how will customers react? These uncertainty factors slow decisions more than the numbers themselves. Leaders who introduce tools like decision intelligence platforms, scenario simulation or even digital twins of supply chains can help Japanese teams see risk in a structured way, reducing the emotional fear around uncertainty and making experimentation feel safer. What leadership style actually works? The style that works for Joanne is grounded in transparency, modesty and consistency. She leads by example, explaining not only what must be done, but why, and what it means for individuals and teams. She tries to give her people "airtime", resisting the urge — common to many finance leaders — to jump straight to the solution. In practice, that means listening to ideas without immediate judgement, thanking people publicly for their input, and celebrating small wins as much as big milestones. She maintains high standards but increasingly recognises that not everyone should be held to the same work rhythm she sets for herself. Alignment, not forced agreement, is the goal: people may disagree but still commit to the path once they feel heard. How can technology help? Technology, in Joanne's world, is not just about efficiency; it is a bridge between data and human behaviour. Advanced analytics, dashboards and decision-support tools can make trade-offs between margin, volume and investment more tangible for non-finance teams. AI-driven text analysis of engagement comments can surface themes that traditional surveys miss, helping leaders understand sentiment behind Japan's modest scoring patterns. Scenario modelling and digital twins of operations can turn abstract risks into concrete options, making it easier for consensus-driven teams to move forward. At its best, technology supports nemawashi by giving everyone a shared, data-informed picture, rather than replacing dialogue. Does language proficiency matter? Joanne arrived in Japan with no Japanese language ability and was forced to become an intense observer of body language and context. That experience convinced her that leadership is possible without fluency — but far more sustainable with it. Learning Japanese shows respect, reduces distance, and makes informal conversations and humour possible. Even basic proficiency helps leaders understand nuance in ringi documents, hallway chats, and customer feedback. She encourages foreign leaders to invest in language learning not as a checkbox, but as a signal of commitment to the market and to their teams. What's the ultimate leadership lesson? Her core lesson is simple yet demanding: be kind, be open, and be yourself. Leaders should stop expecting perfection from themselves and from others, especially in a country where external shocks like currency swings, tariffs and pandemics can derail even the best-laid plans. Instead, they should focus on doing their best, communicating clearly, and treating people with respect. For women leaders especially, Joanne's message is to step forward even when self-doubt whispers otherwise — to recognise that their strengths in empathy, communication and cultural sensitivity are not "soft" add-ons but central to effective leadership in Japan. In the long run, success here is less about heroics and more about steady, human-centred leadership that people genuinely want to follow. Timecoded Summary [00:00] The conversation opens with an introduction to Deckers Brands, the American company headquartered in Santa Barbara and best known in Japan for UGG, HOKA and Teva. Joanne explains that Deckers historically functions as a holding-style company, acquiring and growing footwear brands, and that Japan is a key market where three major brands are active. She outlines her current role as Senior Director, APAC, overseeing finance and strategy across 15 countries, including both subsidiaries and distributor markets. [05:20] Joanne traces her career arc: Taiwanese by birth, raised in Canada, MBA from Boston University, then finance roles in Boston with a trading company and Merrill Lynch Investment Company. In 2000 she relocates to Japan for family reasons, later becoming Head of Finance for Reebok Japan and CFO for Aegis Media, working on M&A. She joins Deckers over thirteen years ago as CFO for Japan and eventually steps into an interim Country Manager role, before returning to a wider APAC mandate based in Japan. [12:45] The discussion shifts to cultural adjustment. Because she "looks Japanese", colleagues initially assume she understands Japanese norms. She describes becoming an "invisible gaijin", held to local expectations without having grown up here. She learns to read the air, focusing on facial expressions, body language and context. Phrases like "I'll consider it" often conceal a "no", and she gradually becomes adept at interpreting such indirect communication. Her direct North American instincts must be tempered by Japanese expectations for restraint and harmony. [19:30] Finance and human reactions to numbers come into focus. Joanne notes that while sales, gross margin and SG&A appear objective, different functions interpret them in varied ways: finance may celebrate high margins while sales may worry they are under-investing. She stresses the importance of explaining financial concepts in simple terms, almost as if speaking to a 10-year-old, so that everyone can understand consequences. Her temporary shift from CFO to GM broadens her empathy for non-finance views and deepens her appreciation for cross-functional tension. [26:10] Attention turns to team engagement and communication. Japan's engagement survey scores routinely trail global averages, a pattern she attributes partly to cultural modesty and translation issues. Instead of accepting low scores as fate, she focuses on post-survey action: leaders are asked to talk openly with teams, understand expectations, and co-create remedies. Concrete initiatives such as "lunch and learn" sessions and new-joiner lunches with directors help break silos, humanise leadership and create informal nemawashi-like spaces where people can ask questions and share concerns. [33:40] Joanne discusses culture-building under the umbrella of Deckers' "Come as you are" value. She supports self-expression — even store staff in gender-fluid fashion — as long as it's tasteful and customer-appropriate. Her own leadership style is to be genuine, transparent and open about vulnerabilities. She balances the efficiency of top-down directives with the long-term benefits of participation: while consensus-building and alignment take time, they reduce turnover, re-training costs and disengagement. [40:15] Gender and leadership come into sharper focus. Joanne recounts her own bouts of impostor syndrome and the temptation, earlier in her career, to doubt her readiness for bigger roles. She notes that many women hesitate to raise their hands until they feel almost 100% qualified, while men may step up with far less. She encourages aspiring women leaders to recognise their strengths in empathy and nuanced communication, to "give it a try" even when not fully confident, and to view setbacks as learning rather than final verdicts. [47:30] The interview closes with advice for foreign leaders coming to Japan. Joanne emphasises being open, respectful and kind — to oneself and to others. She urges leaders to accept that Japan's deep-rooted culture will not change in a short posting, and that success depends on adapting rather than trying to remodel the country. Learning Japanese, even imperfectly, is both a sign of respect and a practical tool for building trust. Ultimately, she argues, effective leadership in Japan is about balancing data and humanity, global standards and local nuance, ambition and empathy. Author Credentials Dr. Greg Story, Ph.D. in Japanese Decision-Making, is President of Dale Carnegie Tokyo Training and Adjunct Professor at Griffith University. He is a two-time winner of the Dale Carnegie "One Carnegie Award" (2018, 2021) and recipient of the Griffith University Business School Outstanding Alumnus Award (2012). As a Dale Carnegie Master Trainer, Greg is certified to deliver globally across all leadership, communication, sales, and presentation programs, including Leadership Training for Results. He has written several books, including three best-sellers — Japan Business Mastery, Japan Sales Mastery, and Japan Presentations Mastery — along with Japan Leadership Mastery and How to Stop Wasting Money on Training. His works have also been translated into Japanese, including Za Eigyō (ザ営業), Purezen no Tatsujin (プレゼンの達人), Torēningu de Okane o Muda ni Suru no wa Yamemashō (トレーニングでお金を無駄にするのはやめましょう), and Gendaiban "Hito o Ugokasu" Rīdā (現代版「人を動かす」リーダー). In addition to his books, Greg publishes daily blogs on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter, offering practical insights on leadership, communication, and Japanese business culture. He is also the host of six weekly podcasts, including The Leadership Japan Series, The Sales Japan Series, The Presentations Japan Series, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews. On YouTube, he produces three weekly shows — The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show, Japan Business Mastery, and Japan's Top Business Interviews — which have become leading resources for executives seeking strategies for success in Japan.
Hosts Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc welcome David Lafitte, President and CEO of Tecovas, the fast-growing Austin-based brand bringing cowboy culture to modern consumers. Lafitte's career journey—from corporate attorney to Chief Operating Officer at Deckers Brands (home of UGG and Hoka) and now to retail leadership at Tecovas—is a masterclass in reinvention and focus.Under Lafitte's leadership, Tecovas has evolved from a digitally native boot maker to a fast growing premium lifestyle brand built on two pillars: crafted quality and radical hospitality. In this conversation, he explains how every store—now more than 50 across the U.S.—delivers a warm, elevated customer experience complete with in-store bars, personalization services, and knowledgable personalized service. The company's blend of authenticity and approachability has earned it cult-brand status while driving remarkable growth.Lafitte also shares insights into Tecovas' expansion strategy, including its move into New York's Soho district. He describes the flagship store as both a retail hub and a powerful brand ambassador that introduces western style to new audiences—without compromising the brand's roots. The discussion dives into Tecovas' measured foray into wholesale partnerships with Nordstrom and its expanding apparel lines, from denim to performance shirts, that extend the brand's head-to-toe lifestyle appeal.Lafitte reflects on the importance of leadership focus, empowering teams, and maintaining clarity amid growth. His advice for emerging retail leaders: prioritize what matters most, say no to distractions, and foster cultures of accountability and trust.The hosts balance the conversation with this week's retail headlines: the Supreme Court's debate over Trump-era tariffs, Allbirds' ongoing “Wobbly Unicorn Corner” status and strong results from luxury icons Ralph Lauren and Tapestry amid broader industry struggles. They close with insights on Amazon's automation ambitions, Andy Jassy's bold predictions for the future of eCommerce, and holiday retail forecasts signaling a slower but steady season. 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.
On this week's episode, co-hosts Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels get into the news of Quince dodging claims from Ugg's parent Deckers Brand that it unlawfully copied two of its best-selling styles. Next, they discuss the announcement from cosmetics company E.l.f that it will be offering live shopping on streaming service Twitch, and what that says about the potential resurgence of streaming in social commerce. Then during the featured segment (12:50), Daniels is joined by Kim Chappell, the chief brand officer at infant formula company Bobbie, to go behind-the-scenes of its latest campaign with Cardi B (Bobbie named her as its "chief confidence officer") and how the company infuses brand across all parts of their business. Chappell discusses: Why having a strong brand has helped grow Bobbie and gain customer trust The combination of gut instinct, humor and parenting realities that goes into crafting big campaigns How to know when and whether to weigh in on social or political issues
SPONSORS: - Get your underwear at https://www.skims.com/dannyb #skimspartner - Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at https://shopify.com/dannyb Danny Brown and comedian Colum Tyrrell talk Dublin life, drinking with gangsters, and why early boozing makes for tougher people. They get into Danny's conspiracy about social media stealing your mind, why comfort kills creativity, and his wild “get in debt” path to success. There's girl gooning, numerology magic, and Danny's bad-bitch moment for the Ugg baddies. Have a question for Danny? Hit us up at danny@thedannybrownshow.com The Danny Brown Show Ep. 179 https://xdannyxbrownx.com https://store.ymhstudios.com Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:48 - Battling Depression 00:02:09 - Dublin Love 00:04:31 - Drinking With Irish Gangsters 00:05:40 - Early Drinking Ages 00:06:20 - Spin The Wheel 00:08:48 - Ask Danny 00:11:53 - Lab Diamonds 00:15:34 - Danny's Conspiracy Theory 00:17:57 - Becoming Too Comfortable 00:18:31 - Get in Debt 00:20:13 - Girl Gooning 00:21:40 - Numerology 00:25:29 - Meditation 00:27:37 - Recording A Special 00:30:10 - Danny's Last Show Mentality 00:30:32 - Spin The Wheel 00:32:27 - Ugg Baddies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer explored stocks hitting new record highs, sparked by tamer-than-expected September CPI. Release of the inflation data had been delayed by more than a week due to the government shutdown. The anchors also discussed President Trump's decision to terminate trade talks with Canada — he expressed anger over Ontario's anti-tariffs television ad featuring Ronald Reagan. Also in focus: Intel shares spike on its first earnings report since the U.S. government took a 10% stake in the chipmaker, layoffs at Target, Meta, Applied Materials and Rivian, Ford and Procter & Gamble get a lift from quarterly results, UGG boots maker Deckers Outdoor plunges.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
ACC had a pretty dicey week 2 at the office, and we're going to talk about it. Roddy Jones knows the league better than most, so what did he make of SMU, Va Tech, Duke, and Clemson from the weekend? Tripp is back with another dose of 'best thing/worst thing/thing that shocked you' from the weekend and the fellas go coast-to-coast with some reactions from these games. What does Roddy think of Clemson's lackluster effort against Troy and what does it mean for this weekend when the Tigers head down I-85 to take on his alma mater? Rodstradamus is still above .500 on the season with picks so we continue to ride with the soothsayer on some early week 3 picks. Did you know Hartzell was an Ugg guy? Come hang with us on the early week edition of CSN!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hey Guys, It's Meg!!! What's up? What's poppin'? Welcome to the podcast!!! It's the 2010's and you're getting ready for the day. So you put on your skinny jeans, infinity scarves, Ugg boots and grab a pumpkin spice latte on the way out, but what is "Christian Girl Autumn"? #trends #christiangirlautumn #fall
In Part 2 of our Deckers Outdoor (NYSE: DECK) breakdown, we dive into the company's wild transformation from 2003 to 2024—highlighting how a near-death sandal brand evolved into a $30B powerhouse behind UGG and Hoka.Inside:The 10,000% stock return from 2004 to nowThe $1.1M Hoka acquisition that became an $11B rocketUGG's rise via Oprah, scarcity, and sheep dramaWhy Deckers always fights hardest when it's downA buyback strategy that would make Buffett proudWhat history suggests about Deckers' next big brandIf you like investing case studies, turnaround stories, or shoes that feel like clouds—you're in the right place.Join the Skippy and Doogles fan club. You can also get more details about the show at skippydoogles.com, show notes on our Substack, and send comments or questions to skippydoogles@gmail.com.
SNL cast member Emil Wakim was fired from SNL after the first season at Six Flags! Raven found out he was fired from another job while on vacation and Anna's husband was fired the day after they found out something life changing! What will Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce serve at their wedding? Chef Plum joins Anna and Raven and he has the menu! Find Chef Plum on his podcast @PlumLuvFoods! Anna and her daughter saw an old couple giving them a good representation of why PDA shouldn't be a thing! Anna and Raven go through the list of where PDA shouldn't happen! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news including the annual LA Tomatina festival and UGG has to change their name! There are two types of people with the whole Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce engagement: those who don't really care and those who are SO EXCITED! Anna and Raven speak to Swiftie Brooke Fitzsimmons! Anna's school lunch update! Anna asked CHATGPT to come up with new menus all week and today she tried a new one to see if her 6-year-old will eat healthier food! She almost fooled Anna that she liked this food! Anna and Raven ask Lisa Antonecchia, Owner, Lead Designer, and Planner of Creative Concepts by Lisa, LLC, how she would plan and design Taylor Swift's wedding! You can find her at https://creativeconceptsbylisact.com/ ! There was a lot of news that you may have missed because of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement! Anna and Raven get you caught up! Sourdough has a cult-like following now! Anna and Raven talk to Anna's friend on how to start your sourdough journey! Making friends can be hard!! Anna's six-year-old has advice on how to make friends! It might not be as hard as you thought! Megan and Mark asked their friends to come over for an “End of Summer” party last weekend and made it clear that they wanted a “no cell phone party”. But one of his buddies and his wife were constantly on their phones and posting pics on their Insta story. She told them to stop and reminded them that this was all part of being a no cell party, but they laughed it off. She then asked them to leave. Her husband says it was too far. You can't kick people out of your house because they have their cell phone out, she says they shouldn't have come if they weren't going to follow the rules on the invite. What do you think? Juliana and Dana have a chance to win $4900! All they to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!
How did a couple of California surfers turn a flip-flop side hustle into one of the best-performing stocks of the past 20 years? In this two-part special, Skippy & Doogles unpack the wild origin story of Deckers Outdoor—makers of Teva, UGG, Hoka, and more.This is Part 1, covering 1973–2003: a journey of grit, sandals, lawsuits, and ugly boots that somehow took over the world.Join the Skippy and Doogles fan club. You can also get more details about the show at skippydoogles.com, show notes on our Substack, and send comments or questions to skippydoogles@gmail.com.
We welcome you back to another episode of Upstairs Neighbors! Today your neighbors talk about the worst travel day ever, budget airlines, and the love of UGG. Enjoy! West coast tour tickets: https://rb.gy/gp982k Ask and you shall receive Patreon is LIVE: https://www.patreon.com/c/upstairsneighbors Go to https://brooklynbedding.com and use our promo code UPSTAIRS at checkout to get 30% off sitewide. Go to https://nuuly.com and enter the code upstairs and sign up to get $28 off your first month. IG: https://www.instagram.com/upstairsneighborspod/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@upstairsneighborspod Follow our Hosts: Maya IG: https://www.instagram.com/mayamoto_/ Maya Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mayahasatiktok Dom IG: https://www.instagram.com/domrobxrts/ Dom Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@domnotateenmom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New: Valora - Your AI Business Coach Turn the wisdom from this episode into practical actions for your business in minutes. Click here now to access the tool > Rethinking Sales: Adding More Heart and Less Hustle What if selling your services could feel as natural as helping a friend—without the scripts, the struggle, or trying to be someone you're not? In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Suman Randhawa, author of More Heart, Less Hustle. Suman brings decades of sales expertise and a refreshingly human approach to growing your business. We explore how selling can feel like a natural extension of your values, especially if you're introverted, quietly ambitious, or simply want your business to feel more ‘you'. If you're tired of sales advice that asks you to shout louder, hustle harder, or squeeze yourself into someone else's template, this conversation will feel like a soft Ugg slipper—familiar, grounding, and quietly powerful Prefer to WATCH instead of read? Here's the video version of this episode “Sales is not something separate to us. It's simply about making it easier for someone to find a solution to their desire or problem.” – Suman Randhawa Sales with Heart: Why More Hustle Isn't the Answer Many of us have grown up with the myth that to sell well, we need to be someone we're not. But as Suman shares, her three decades in advertising, luxury retail, and coaching have shown that real sales success comes from relationships rooted in trust, warmth, and consistency. What happens when you let go of the “shoulds”, the ‘seven doors', the ‘five rules' or the ‘nine steps' everyone swears by? You start creating your own way, one that feels aligned with who you are and how you naturally connect. Selling Without Being Loud If you shudder at the idea of aggressive scripts or cookie-cutter templates, you're not alone. Suman's journey reveals that there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach, and that quiet, reflective entrepreneurs can thrive when they anchor their sales process in empathy, clarity, and real connection. “Sales done badly is what we all try to avoid. But sales done well doesn't feel like selling at all—it feels like helping.” - Suman Randhawa Finding Your Authentic Sales Voice How do you become magnetic to your dream clients, without ever feeling manipulative or inauthentic? It starts with your authentic sales voice: Speaking with sincerity, not scripts. Sharing what you stand for, clearly and consistently. Letting your values do the heavy lifting, rather than relying on hustle. This is where “Value Whispering” comes alive: when you communicate your value so clearly and kindly, others start repeating your message for you. It's the opposite of chasing; it's about quietly becoming the obvious choice for those you're here to serve. How Do You Know Which Sales Advice to Trust? If you've ever received advice from “experts” that didn't sit right with you, know that you don't have to listen and you can choose an approach that feels more you. Suman offers a practical litmus test to help you determine which advice is right for you: Do you trust the source, and do they understand your style? Is your resistance based on fear, or is it a sign this advice isn't aligned with your values? Often, the best way forward is to listen for resonance, not volume. When you trust your instincts, sales becomes less about overcoming objections, and more about opening doors for the right people. Gentle Outreach and Permission-Based Selling If you do reach out to potential clients, think of it as starting a conversation not a pitch. Simple, genuine curiosity goes further than any script. And when it's time to share your offer, always seek permission. This creates a sense of partnership, not pressure. Practical Tips for Selling Network in Your Own Way: Social media is a tool, not a rule. Find what works for you, whether that's online groups, in-person events, or close-knit circles. Repetition Builds Recognition: Your dream clients spend most of their time not thinking about you—so repeat your core message until it becomes second nature (to you and to them). Self-Belief is Magnetic: When you believe in your offer and show up with genuine intent, clients sense that energy—and are far more likely to say yes. Introverts: Play to Your Strengths: Listening, thoughtful questions, and structure are secret sales superpowers. DM Done Right: Reach out with genuine curiosity, not a pitch. Seek connection, not conversion. Final Thought to Reflect On? What would change for you if you saw sales as an act of service, not a performance? How might your business grow if you led with more heart and less hustle, and let your authentic voice be enough? Want to explore what this could look like for you?Learn more about the ways you can work with Melitta Campbell to uncover your Value Sweet Spot to market, sell and grow your business confidently, and always on your terms. Working with Melitta > About Suman Suman helps founders sell with confidence by refining their sales approach and messaging, so they attract and convert more of the right clients—without feeling salesy. Founded in December 2021, her business was created to help impact-driven entrepreneurs grow sustainably by selling in a way that feels natural and aligned. With a background in high-level sales leadership, Suman has helped hundreds of founders increase their revenue with more heart and less hustle. Notable achievements include being an author and winning Businesswoman of the Year within two years of launching, speaking on major industry stages and podcasts, and most recently joining Atomic as CCO. Read Suman's Book: More Heart, Less Hustle Connect with Suman Website LinkedIn About Your Host, Melitta Campbell Melitta Campbell is an award-winning business coach, TEDx speaker, author of A Shy Girl's Guide to Networking and founder of the Dream Clients Club. Through her Value WhisperingTM Blueprint, she helps introverted female entrepreneurs build quietly impactful businesses that grow through clarity, trust, and alignment. Learn more about working with Melitta here Loved this episode? Turn your Insight into Action with Valora Valora is the podcast's new AI Business Coach. Answer three short questions and she'll translate your responses into simple, practical actions you can take this week to grow your business. Click here now to access Valora > You May Also Enjoy... Get a PhD in You: A Course in Miraculous Self-Discovery The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea The Common Path To Uncommon Success How to Finally Write Your Book! 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ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Raj Malhotra explains why the recent rally in the S&P 500 could still have legs, potentially reaching 7100+ by next May if history repeats. But the key, he argues, is breadth: a broad-based rally across sectors, not just large-cap tech. Raj highlights the RSP equal-weight ETF as the signal to watch and spotlights Deckers Outdoor (DECK)—parent of HOKA, UGG, and Teva—as a beaten-down small/mid-cap with strong fundamentals, margin expansion, and international growth. He outlines a calendar spread trade with asymmetric upside if DECK rallies as the market broadens.
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Deckers Outdoor’s 17% stock jump on strong Ugg and Hoka sales, though long-term challenges remain.
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Deckers Outdoor’s 17% stock jump on strong Ugg and Hoka sales, though long-term challenges remain.
✨ In this episode of Above the Fold, I sat down with Keri McGee, CMO of Attentive and a cx-to-marketing powerhouse, to talk about why good customer experience isn't enough anymore—and what today's best brands are doing to actually stand out.
You ever feel like you're just... behind? Like everyone else got the manual, and you're stuck re-reading chapter one?Maybe it's in your business. Your bank account. Your body. Your relationship status. Your career, your fertility, your family, your life.That gnawing feeling of “I should be further along by now.”I know it intimately. Which is why I recorded this new episode from the coziest corner of my house — hoodie on, Ugg boots zipped, tea in hand — and I let it rip.Inside this episode of The Mind School Podcast, I dive deep into:✨ Why “I'm not where I should be” is the most common lie we all buy into ✨ The arrival fallacy (aka why you never feel “done” even when you “get there”) ✨ How outdated social timelines are secretly running your decisions ✨ A fiery reframe that will give you your power (and peace) back ✨ Why falling behind might actually mean… you're right on timeThis is one of those pour-your-heart-out episodes. If you've ever cried on your birthday because you thought you'd be somewhere else by now, listen to this. If you've ever compared your path to your friends' highlight reel and felt like a total failure, listen to this. If you're tired of being told to trust the timing, but you kinda don't, this one's for you.
Brian Smith is the Founder of UGG, the globally recognized sheepskin boots brand. Originally from Australia, he transitioned from a career in accounting to entrepreneurship after studying at the UCLA School of Management. Brian launched UGG Imports in 1978 with minimal capital and a bold vision to introduce sheepskin boots to the American market. Over the course of two decades, he built the brand into a cultural icon renowned for its comfort and quality — before eventually selling it to Deckers Outdoor Corporation. In this episode… Every entrepreneur dreams of turning their idea into a household name, but few consider the financial hurdles and missteps that can threaten even the most promising ventures. What do you do when your product starts to gain traction, but the business is financially drowning? Brian Smith, the founder of a now-iconic footwear brand, shared hard-won lessons on breaking into a resistant market. Drawing from his experience as a surfer and former accountant, Brian explained how deeply understanding your target audience and reflecting on their aspirations can transform marketing outcomes. His breakthrough came when he stopped using professional models and instead featured young surfers in authentic settings. He also cautioned against the dangers of “profitless prosperity,” where rapid sales growth outpaces financial planning, and stressed the importance of sound financial literacy and timing when scaling a product-based business. Tune in to this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast as John Corcoran interviews Brian Smith, Founder of UGG, to discuss how he created an iconic footwear brand. Brian reveals how surf culture shaped UGG's early marketing, why selling a fast-growing business was necessary, and how he's mentoring modern entrepreneurs today. Listeners will learn about Brian's innovative marketing strategies and the critical role of resilience in business success.
As summer riding season settles in amidst massive plumes of tree pollen and afternoon thunderstorms creating hero dirt conditions, the boys discuss a bunch of random topics from 888 COR LORD listener call-ins, emails and messages. The boys dope or derp a variety of topics from petunias and the wind to dogs on leashes, UGG boots, bike racks on motorcycles and flat versus clipless MTB pedals. The boys also draw parallels between all you can eat sushi and ski resort season passes, contemplate being struck by lightning while riding an e-bike and Trail Whisperer recaps his failed Mount Shasta ski attempt with the words “diarrhea and blisters”. 4:00 – Trail Whisperer skied Mount Shasta and Lassen Peak. Diarrhea and blisters.9:30 – Lots of chatter and feedback from the Truckee River Public Waters episode.13:25 – Tree pollen and the reproductive process of evergreen trees.17:20 – Being struck by lightning while riding an e-bike.20:35 – Whatcha been riding? Mount Hough, Sky Tavern, Boca/Verdi Ridge36:00 – Where is Gordo on his PCT trek?37:50 – Core Lord Call-Ins – Nate – Dope or Derp? – Listening to speaker playing Mind the Track while skiing or MTB in a crowded area.40:06 – Sky Emerson – disagrees about the wind. Dope or Derp? – Petunias45:00 – Wayneo – Dogs on leashes. Which MTB pedals do you prefer – Flat pedals or clipless and what brand do you ride?58:00 – Neil – Dope or Derp? A bike rack on a motorcycle.1:01:05 – Sam – Dope or Derp? Adult men wearing UGG boots outside the home.1:07:50 – Dope or Derp? All you can eat sushi. Reno is the all you can eat sushi capital of the world.1:15:20 – 2025 was the second busiest ski season in American history.1:20:00 – Getting worse at your #1 sport while getting better at your #2 sport.1:23:15 – Jackass Trail is back! No more Donkey Town trail. Truckee Dirt Union Loam Masters Rally was a huge hit.
Deckers (DECK) becomes the latest example of Wall Street's emphasis on guidance. UGG and Hoka's parent company stumbled back near its 52-week low after sharing soft guidance over tariff uncertainty. Diane King Hall adds that analysts turning bearish hasn't done any favors for Deckers. Ross Stores (ROST) experienced a similar story, citing short-term pressures on guidance. Diane later turns to a winner despite today's tariff-induced sell-off: Intuit (INTU).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe 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 – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Likefolio's Landon Swan previews Deckers Outdoor (DECK) earnings and shares his consumer sentiment data. He thinks consumers are moving away from “established brands” like Nike (NKE), and sees significant strength and loyalty in its Hoka and UGG brands. He particularly likes how both brands are expanding into different categories, such as hiking for Hoka. However, his concerns are around competition, especially from On Holdings (ONON).======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe 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
Brian Smith, the founder of UGG, the world-renowned fashion brand known for their iconic boots. In this episode, Brian shares the journey of UGG's humble beginnings in Australia to its worldwide success. He shares how UGG initially faced struggles with growth until he discovered how to more effectively market to his target audience. Listen in as Brian shares his story! Timestamps: 02:56 The Origin Story of UGG 14:36 Breakthrough in Marketing 20:39 The Power of Meditation 28:58 Reflections on Success 32:30 Top 5% and Bottom 5% Moments 36:07 Marketing Breakthroughs and Celebrity Endorsements 41:36 Success Beyond Business 47:49 Navigating the Changing Business Landscape 50:07 Habits for Success 55:19 Final Words Links: Brian's Website: https://briansmithspeaker.com/ UGG: https://www.ugg.com/
Brian Smith is the founder of UGG, the world-renowned brand known for their boots and other footwear. Having left his corporate career in Australia in the 1970s for sunny California, Brian was inspired by the local surf scene. Brian came up with the idea of UGG after noticing that local surfers didn't wear sheepskin boots like Australians did after cold morning surf sessions. The early days of UGG consisted of door-to-door sales, pop-up shops, and simple word of mouth marketing. Things quickly snowballed and within a decade, Hollywood figures took notice and started wearing UGG brand products for the entire world to see. Having partnered with Deckers Brands in 1995, Brian has taken UGG from a small brand sold from the back of his van into a billion dollar brand that is known the world over. Listen in! Links: UGG: https://www.ugg.com/ Brian Smith: https://briansmithspeaker.com/
Brands come and go. Trends rise and fall. Customer taste changes. There are a million different variables involved in the success of any one brand, and very few actually stand the test of time. But every once in a while, amid the chaos of the fashion and retail marketplace, something sticks. But how does that happen? Is there a formula? What are the essential pillars, the stepping stones that guarantee longevity beyond a brand's initial buzz? In this episode we'll uncover the core principles of long-term success with one such brand that consistently defies expectations and remains one of Nordstrom's top-five brands year after year. You've heard the name. You've seen the boot. It's UGG. Join us for a chat with Stefano Caroti, President and CEO of Deckers, the company that owns UGG and several other successful footwear brands that we carry. After that, stick around to hear more about our unique partnership with Deckers from Anna Kaplan, our Vice President, Divisional Merchandise Manager for Women's and Kids' Footwear. Appearing on fashion icons and influencers alike, in the halls of every single high school across the U.S., UGG can be found around the globe, on men and women of all ages. Deckers has a special thing going on and we're super happy to be a part of it. Thanks for tuning in to episode 84. We hope you enjoy it! Did you know that YOU can be on The Nordy Pod? This show isn't just a one-way conversation. We want to hear about what Nordstrom looks like through your eyes. Share your Nordstrom experience, good or bad, by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail at: 206.594.0526, or send an email to nordypodcast@nordstrom.com to be a part of the conversation! And be sure to follow us on Instagram @thenordypod to stay up to date on new episodes, announcements and more.
"Your brand is not your trademark registration. Your brand is not your logo. Your brand is NEVER your product. Your brand is what your consumers think of you!" - Brian Smith (UGG Founder) Join me as I interview Brian Smith, the visionary founder of UGG, who shares his incredible journey of building a globally recognized brand. From humble beginnings to creating a billion-dollar business, Brian dives deep into what it takes to establish a successful brand, the importance of brand perception, and how to scale effectively. Whether you're an entrepreneur or an aspiring business leader, Brian's insights will guide you on how to turn your ideas into a trusted, global name.Episode Highlights:00:02:08 - Why Entrepreneurs Must Tune In00:05:18 - Taking a Successful Product to a New Market00:08:41 - Building a Billion Dollar Brand00:09:26 - Old-School Biz Strategies00:10:31 - Key Phases in Building a Brand00:12:27 - The Dangers of Growing Too Fast00:17:32 - Messaging That Drives Sales00:20:46 - Creating Ads That Emotionally Connect00:27:23 - What Really Influences Buyers?00:31:19 - Building Resilience as an Entrepreneur00:38:07 - Competing, Branding & Patenting a Niche Product00:39:57 - The UGG Branding Lawsuit: The Real Story00:40:38 - Branding Essentials Every Entrepreneur Should Know00:41:29 - Positioning Your Brand as a Big Player00:45:27 - Why Consumer Feedback Matters?00:47:55 - The Key to Brand Survival00:48:59 - Fast-Tracking Cult-Like Brand Loyalty00:50:31 - Getting early hires to buy into your vision00:53:01 - A Blueprint for Massive Brand Growth00:55:51 - Tapping into Societal Shifts to Scale Big00:57:32 - Mantras for Entrepreneurial SuccessAbout Brian Smith:Brian Smith is the founder of UGG and one of the most sought-after speakers and business leaders today. Starting with just 28 pairs of sheepskin boots, Brian grew UGG into a global empire, with over 2.2 billion pairs sold worldwide. Renowned for his inspirational talks and media appearances, he shares his breakthrough business strategies with diverse audiences across industries. With deep expertise in team building, company culture, and overcoming growth challenges, Brian presents these topics through a spiritual lens, offering a unique approach to modern business. Recognized by Footwear News as one of the most influential people in footwear over the past century, Brian's impact extends far beyond the UGG brand. He is also the author of The Birth of a Brand: Launching Your Entrepreneurial Passion and Soul, a must-read for aspiring entrepreneurs, in which he shares his journey and the essential lessons that led to UGG's global success.Connect with Brian:https://www.instagram.com/briansmithuggFollow me on Instagram herehttps://www.instagram.com/morgantnelsonSubscribe to my YouTube channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@morgantnelson/featuredWant to manage your life the same way that helped me make $1 million by 28 and travel the world at the same time?Grab my FREE one-page Life By Design productivity planner belowhttps://planner.morgantnelson.com/optinplannerJoin the Dream Out Loud Facebook Communityhttps://bit.ly/49QXClW
Tish takes on the snowy Nashville farm in Prada glasses and UGG boots to catch up with her country-living daughter. Your favorite duo debates milking cows versus shearing sheep (spoiler: Tish says “absolutely not” to teats) and hilariously reflects on the realities of farm chores versus just looking cute on an ATV. Between the laughs, they discuss the LA fires, animal rescues, and life on the farm. Plus, a game of “This or That,” “Baked Goods” and a little brainstorming for a "Cyrus Family Festival" that could rival Miley World. So, grab your UGGS and enjoy this cozy catch-up with the Cyrus gals!Don't forget to rate, review, and follow the show! Keep up with us between episodes on our Instagram pages: @tishcyruspurcell, @brandicyrus, and @sorrywerecyrus.Want to be on an episode of Sorry We're Cyrus? Leave a voicemail at 1-516-7-STONER or email videos/photos with your questions to sorrywerecyrus@gmail.com!Thanks to our awesome sponsor for supporting this episode: Integra: Use code SWS at checkout for 15% off your next online purchase at integraboost.com. Quince: Go to quince.com/cyrus for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/cyrus to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. This podcast is brought to you by Podcast Nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tish takes on the snowy Nashville farm in Prada glasses and UGG boots to catch up with her country-living daughter. Your favorite duo debates milking cows versus shearing sheep (spoiler: Tish says “absolutely not” to teats) and hilariously reflects on the realities of farm chores versus just looking cute on an ATV. Between the laughs, they discuss the LA fires, animal rescues, and life on the farm. Plus, a game of “This or That,” “Baked Goods” and a little brainstorming for a "Cyrus Family Festival" that could rival Miley World. So, grab your UGGS and enjoy this cozy catch-up with the Cyrus gals! Don't forget to rate, review, and follow the show! Keep up with us between episodes on our Instagram pages: @tishcyruspurcell, @brandicyrus, and @sorrywerecyrus. Want to be on an episode of Sorry We're Cyrus? Leave a voicemail at 1-516-7-STONER or email videos/photos with your questions to sorrywerecyrus@gmail.com! Thanks to our awesome sponsor for supporting this episode: Integra: Use code SWS at checkout for 15% off your next online purchase at integraboost.com. Quince: Go to quince.com/cyrus for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Zocdoc: Go to zocdoc.com/cyrus to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. This podcast is brought to you by Podcast Nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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