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Most leaders learn to read a company by its story. Colleen Gallagher learned to read it by its numbers.In this episode, AJ Vaughan sits down with Colleen Gallagher, CEO of Textio, the HR technology company that has spent more than a decade helping some of the largest organizations in the world write sharper job postings and make better hiring decisions.Colleen did not come up the traditional people path. She started in consulting, running diligence on companies being bought, sold, and financed, learning to assess a business fast by how it made money and where it put that money to work. That foundation carried her from CFO to COO to CEO of Textio, and it still shapes how she leads.We get into:How finance gives you visibility into the entire organization instead of a single trackWhy strategy is really the allocation of two limited resources, money and timeWhat it takes to assess the health of any business quickly, starting from the invoice level upThe thinking behind Lavalier, Textio's new interview intelligence platform, is built to keep hiring anchored to skills and evidence instead of opinionWhere hiring decisions are heading as the evidence underneath them gets strongerIf you care about the financial logic underlying people's decisions, this conversation is for you.Learn more about Textio: https://textio.com/The Business of Alignment is where workforce leaders name what is actually true about the future of work.

This one is a throwback and it still hits.Craig Johnson is the founder of Wild Ass Seats, a Minnesota-based manufacturer of premium motorcycle air cushions built in an FDA-approved medical device facility. He started the company about 10 years ago and has spent the better part of the last decade traveling the country, working shows, and building one of the most loyal product followings in the powersports accessories space.In this conversation with Brian, Craig talks about what drives him to keep pushing, why the best dealers are the ones willing to get educated on products rather than just looking for what is new, and what happens when a manufacturer has inventory but the distribution chain is broken.He also dropped a line that every parts manager and every dealer rep should hear: if they are not selling your product, they do not know enough about it yet.That is still true.What we cover:What keeps Craig going after a decade of building Wild Ass from the ground upThe pressure mapping test Craig ran against competitors at a local medical supply facility and what it showedWhy customer stories, not sales numbers, are the real fuel for a founderThe training portal Wild Ass built to incentivize dealer reps and parts staff to get educatedWhy asking what is new is the wrong question — and what dealers should be asking insteadThe manufacturer's perspective on supply chain blame: how dealers blame the brand when the distributor is the actual problemHow a great product can sit in a warehouse while the floor sells nothing because nobody passed on the knowledgeWild Ass's 10th anniversary expansion into UTVs, cars, trucks, tractors, and stadium seatingWhy this product is no longer just for long-distance motorcycle ridersWatch on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@dealershipfixit?si=xGw636a89UUDAK20⁠Connect with Craig Johnson: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/wildasscraig/⁠Wild Ass Seats: ⁠https://www.wild-ass.com⁠Connect with Jacob: ⁠https://linkedin.com/in/jacob-b-berry⁠Follow the Fixit Online: ⁠https://linktr.ee/dealershipfixit⁠MotoHunt for Dealers: ⁠https://dealers.motohunt.com⁠

Join CSP Executive Editor Hannah Hammond as she sits down with Joelle Robinson, Director of Retail Media at Circle K, at the Retail Media Network Forum in Chicago. In this insightful conversation, Joelle shares her journey from building Giant Eagle GetGo's retail media network to now leading Circle K's retail media strategy.Discover how Circle K is transforming its approach to retail media by focusing on in-store scalability while expanding digital capabilities. Joelle discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in the convenience store space, the importance of executive buy-in, and why she believes convenience retail is poised to rise significantly in the retail media landscape.Key Topics Covered:Building retail media networks from the ground upThe unique flip in mindset: prioritizing in-store over digital in convenience retailStrategies for gaining executive buy-in and cross-functional alignmentCircle K's upcoming network relaunch and new capabilitiesThe future of measurement and transparency in convenience store retail mediaWhy convenience stores are "under the radar" but positioned for major growth

If you've ever flinched right before sending a proposal — rounded the number down, added a discount no one asked for, or held your breath waiting to hear back — this episode is for you. That flinch is not a character flaw, and it's not a confidence problem you need to fix in the mirror. It's a predictable, almost universal pattern among service-based founders, and it has real, traceable causes.In this opening episode of The Pricing Problem, Sheena defines what underpricing actually is — a gap between your prices and the value you create, the true cost of delivering your work, or the pace of work you can sustain — and walks through the five root causes she sees most often: pricing from your old salary, anchoring to your very first client, pricing the deliverable instead of the transformation, using competitors as your compass, and protecting yourself from the word no.From there, the conversation turns to the real cost of underpricing — the revenue you'll never recover, the capacity that quietly keeps you the bottleneck, the client mix that skews toward your most draining clients, and the resentment that's almost always a pricing problem in disguise. Sheena closes with the Pricing Honesty Check: five questions designed to surface, honestly, where your pricing actually stands today.This episode is about diagnosis, not prescription. Before you decide what to charge, you need to understand why you're priced where you are. That's the work this week.Key Topics CoveredWhat underpricing actually means — and the three different ways it shows upThe five root causes of underpricing for service-based foundersWhy pricing from your old salary undercharges by designThe difference between pricing the deliverable and pricing the transformationWhy competitor pricing is one of the least reliable signals you can useThe four real costs of underpricing — lost revenue, lost capacity, the wrong client mix, and quiet resentmentThe Pricing Honesty Check: five questions to assess where you really standKey TakeawaysUnderpricing isn't a confidence flaw — it's a predictable pattern with traceable causes.Competitor pricing tells you what people are charging, not what they should be charging — or what you should.Underpricing doesn't just shrink your revenue. It guarantees you stay overcommitted.Price is a filter. A low price disproportionately attracts the most price-sensitive, scope-creeping clients.Resentment in your business is very often a pricing problem wearing a disguise.Diagnosis before prescription — you can't fix what you haven't honestly named.Resources MentionedStrategic Discovery Audit Full TDC service ladder: Optimize Leadership, Optimize Operations, Elevate & Lead VIP Day, Leadership Sprint, Impact CoachingProgramming NoteThis is part one of The Pricing Problem, a new four-part series. Part two drops next week: Pricing for the Business You Actually Want — how to reverse-engineer your prices from your real revenue goals, your true capacity, and the life you're actually trying to build.CONNECT WITH THE DEVAIN COLLECTIVE:LinkedInInstagramWebsite: thedevaincollective.comCONNECT WITH SHEENA:LinkedInInstagramABOUT BEYOND FOUNDER-LEDBeyond Founder-Led is the podcast for mission-driven founders — primarily women scaling service-based businesses from $500K to $5M — who are ready to move beyond being the bottleneck in every decision. Hosted by Sheena Hunt, founder of The DeVain Collective, each episode delivers frameworks, honest reflection, and practical tools for building a business that grows without sacrificing the founder or the mission.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/beautifullycomplicated-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 308 is equal parts personal and political — a candid panel conversation that moves from the deeply human to the urgently civic, and finds the thread connecting them both.Barrett opens with a milestone worth celebrating: consistent podcasting since 2020, now well past 300 episodes. But he doesn't linger on the achievement — instead, he gets honest about what's kept him grounded through it all, including his sobriety journey since March 4th and the role that mental health awareness has played in his life on and off the mic. It's a rare, unguarded moment that sets the tone for everything that follows.Joined by O'Shawn McClendon Jr. and Shelby Spencer, the conversation expands into the world around them. The panel digs into how social media shapes the way we see ourselves, our communities, and our politics — for better and often for worse. From the flood of information to the paralysis it can cause, they explore what it actually takes to stay engaged without burning out.From there, the discussion turns to voting, organizing, and the kind of collective action that creates real change. Barrett shares his straightforward philosophy — "I vote, I just show up at the polls" — and the panel unpacks why that simple act still carries enormous weight, especially when paired with community organizing and political awareness. They also explore the role of privilege in political engagement and what it means to show up for your community even when the system feels rigged against you.The episode closes with updates on The Haunt, a community engagement initiative in the works, and a reminder that consistency — whether in podcasting, sobriety, or civic life — is itself a form of resistance.Topics Covered:300+ episodes of podcasting and the power of showing up consistentlyBarrett's sobriety journey and the importance of mental healthSocial media's influence on perception, engagement, and political awarenessNavigating voter overwhelm and the case for simply showing upThe intersection of politics and privilegeCollective action and organizing for social changeThe Haunt: community planning and local engagementShelby Spencer | InstagramO'Shawn McClendon | InstagramBarrett Gruber | LinktreeThe All About Nothing: Podcast | LinktreeCayce-West Columbia JayceesClick here for Episode Show Notes!As always, "The All About Nothing: Podcast" is owned and distributed by BIG Media LLC!Check out our network of fantastic podcasts!Click Here to see available advertising packages!Click Here for information on the "Fair Use Copyright Notice" for this podcast.Mentioned in this episode:BIG Media Copyright 2026BIG Media LLCCheck Your Voter RegistrationVisit https://theallaboutnothing.com/voter to check your registration! It takes less than 2 minutes. Do it now!ZJZ DesignsCheck out the 4th of July Heart Designs for this Independence Day! Visit zjzdesigns.com!ZJZ Designs

This Week on In Stride  Sinead Halpin-Maynard sits down with legendary horseman Buck Brannaman to dig into the philosophy behind great horsemanship, from feel and presence to discipline, partnership, and what it really means to connect with a horse.Meet the Guest: Buck Brannaman  Buck Brannaman is one of the most recognized and respected horsemen in the world. Based in Sheridan, Wyoming, he has spent over four decades traveling the country running horsemanship clinics for riders of every discipline and background. Known for his ability to transform troubled horses and help riders find a deeper connection with their animals, Buck has built a reputation that goes far beyond the horse world. He is the author of The Faraway Horses and Believe: A Horseman's Journey, served as a consultant on Robert Redford's film The Horse Whisperer, and is the subject of the acclaimed 2011 documentary Buck.In This Episode, Sinead and Buck Discuss:The difference between discipline and punishment, and why only one of them actually worksWhy feel and presence in the saddle can't be faked, bought, or replaced by equipmentHow to build genuine confidence with a horse starting from the ground upThe shift from riding 90% physical to 90% mental, and why experience is an asset in horsemanshipEpisode SponsorConnaway & Associates The friendly and knowledgeable team at Connaway & Associates brings together more than 30 years of experience to offer a wide range of insurance services, including horse insurance, farm insurance, and liability insurance.Visit www.connaway.net or call 501-868-8084 to explore your options.In Stride Is Brought to You by Ride iQRide iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches.Members also get:Weekly live Q&As with equestrian expertsExclusive podcast episodesDressage test prep resourcesA supportive learning communityStart your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com

When the vacuum cleaner was invented, slightly dusty floors became socially unacceptable overnight. According to Mark Eggers, co-founder of micro learning platform Yarno, AI is doing exactly the same thing to your output expectations, and he's not wrong.In this episode, I'm joined by Mark and Tom Bailey, Head of Learning at OFX and L&D Professional of the Year 2025, broadcasting from Australia at a deeply unreasonable hour. We cover the attention economy, what it's actually doing to your employees, and why "proud to announce" is not a communications strategy.We get into:Why the average knowledge worker toggles between apps 1,200 times a day, and what that means for learning designThe quiz-first model, spaced repetition, and why "cheating" in micro learning is actually the whole pointAIDA — and why L&D routinely skips from Awareness straight to Action and then wonders why no one shows upThe internal marketing moves that drove 91% completion on genuinely dry commercial contentWhy a great campaign and a mediocre product will always kill each otherTom's take: marketing and sales skills are non-negotiable for modern L&D practitioners. Mark's take: someone in your C-suite needs to be on camera. My take: both of them are right, and most L&D teams are doing neither.A sharp, honest conversation about attention, engagement, and why the learning industry needs to stop navel-gazing and start competing for the eyeballs it's losing.

The 6-Gear Framework: How Solo Agents Build a Business That Runs Without Burning OutIf your best months are always followed by your worst ones, you don't have a lead problem — you have a systems problem. In this episode, we break down a six-part framework built specifically for solo real estate agents who are ready to stop running on hustle and start running on autopilot.The framework is built around six gears, each one feeding into the next. It starts with Create — getting clear on your niche and building the marketing assets that attract ideal clients consistently. From there, Capture turns that visibility into real leads using tools like home value reports, exclusive buyer and seller lists, and smart QR codes.Once you have leads, Cultivate keeps them warm through email drips, monthly postcards, and community events until they're ready to act. When they are, Convert gives you the presentation skills and materials to turn appointments into signed clients — and to do it in a way that feels like a natural extension of your marketing rather than a hard pitch.The final two gears are where most agents drop the ball. Customer Service focuses on proactive communication with your active clients so they close smoothly and become vocal promoters of your business. And Capitalize ensures that every transaction you close becomes a long-term relationship — through automated home anniversary touchpoints, monthly check-ins, and systems that keep you visible for years after closing day.The big idea tying it all together: systems aren't just about efficiency. They're about freedom. When your business has structure underneath it, you're not starting from zero every month — you're compounding.

In this episode of the Wills & Estates Transmission Podcast with de Groots, Tony Skinner speaks with Maree Harris about elder abuse and the important role solicitors can play in identifying warning signs, protecting vulnerable clients, and ensuring estate planning instructions are genuinely coming from the client.Elder abuse is a growing concern, especially as Australia's population ages and more families deal with estate planning, powers of attorney, capacity and intergenerational wealth.Maree explains what elder abuse is, the different forms it can take, and why psychological, emotional and financial abuse are often the most common. She also discusses the importance of meeting elderly clients privately, taking instructions directly from the client, assessing capacity properly, and knowing when warning signs may require further action.If you suspect elder abuse, you can contact the NSW Ageing and Disability Abuse Helpline on 1800 628 221.What elder abuse means under the World Health Organization definitionThe importance of a relationship of trustCommon forms of elder abuse, including emotional, psychological, financial, physical, sexual abuse and neglectWarning signs solicitors should look for when advising elderly clientsWhy solicitors should meet elderly clients alone when taking instructionsHow financial abuse can occur through bank accounts or powers of attorneyThe importance of checking whether an attorney has authority to make gifts or transfer fundsCapacity assessments and why capacity depends on the decision being madeThe risks of family members giving instructions on behalf of an older personWhy elderly people may be reluctant to speak upThe role of education around wills, powers of attorney and enduring guardianshipWhat to do if elder abuse is suspectedThe NSW Ageing and Disability Abuse HelplineNSW Ageing and Disability Abuse Helpline1800 628 221

Episode 297This solo episode of the M3P Podcast is a full front-porch spiral through fandom chaos, childhood memories, and book-driven obsession.We start with a Pokémon hunt fueled entirely by FOMO as I chase Chaos Rising, followed by a quick check-in on Marvel Rivals Season 8, including current gameplay thoughts, balance chatter, and where the game is heading next.From there, we dive into a surprise lore detour with Devil Dinosaur, breaking down why this oversized prehistoric companion still shows up in modern Marvel storytelling and why it connects so well with chaos-heavy universes.Then the Pod Deck questions open the floodgates:The toys that genuinely traumatized us growing upThe first piece of tech that made us feel unstoppableThe random childhood items we treated like life-changing artifactsBut the heart of the episode is a deep dive into Dungeon Crawler Carl.We recap Book 2, talk about the growing obsession with DIY card ideas and graphic novel adaptations, and break down how the series continues escalating its chaos, humor, and world-building in ways that keep pulling us deeper into the dungeon. We also look ahead to Book 3 and what kind of madness might be waiting next.This episode blends gaming, books, nostalgia, and collector culture into one chaotic but grounded conversation about why we get so attached to the things we love.Listen to the Late Night Crip Talk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Two Crippled Homies joining forces to help others spread awareness about the ins and outs of what it is like to live a life with a disability.Check out these delicious treats from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cakes and More By Sabrina⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Fulltime home baker. Let her be your cake lady.Listen to other amazing podcasters or just hang out with our amazing network by following our socials. For more on that check us out at.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktree.com/m3pnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Christian Moore is one of the few people who's been wildly successful in BOTH roles. Comfort advisor at a 52 million dollar company. Project manager at a 2.5 million dollar company. Now selling technician at Cowboys AC in San Antonio.He's lived both sides. And in this episode, he breaks down the pros, cons, differences, and what nobody tells you about each role.If you've ever thought about moving from tech to sales, or from sales back to tech, this episode is for you.In This Episode:Christian's journey: 52 million dollar company to 2.5 million dollar company to Cowboys ACWhy he left after the PE acquisition (got the ick)Project manager vs comfort advisor: the real differencesComfort advisor: marketed leads only, fighting to establish credibility from scratchSelling tech: rapport already built, homeowners are grateful you showed upThe midnight install story: crew arrived at 11:45 PM, complete system installed by morningHow same-day same-night installs close deals on service aloneWhy Christian replaced his own 7-year-old AC (coil leak at 6 years, compressor at 7)The role-play: how to present options on a 9-year-old system with zero charge"I don't want you to hate me" - normalizing the replacement conversationSitting in silence for 20 minutes while they decideThe triple takeaway close: "Are you sure? Going once, going twice, last call"Why he tries to UNSELL it at every step"You do not get the right to tell me I never informed you" - the directness selling techs can useDoctor analogy: if your doc said "your blood pressure is fine-ish" and you had a heart attack 6 weeks later, that's malpracticeHow many techs are committing malpractice in homes every day by not being directPrescription without diagnosis is malpracticeThe advantage of comfort advisor: navigate higher level conversationsThe disadvantage: fewer leads (homeowners want "fix it first" mentality now)The advantage of selling tech: opportunities everywhereThe disadvantage: if you're not trained in communication, you grab low-hanging fruit and leave help on the tableKey Differences:Comfort Advisor: Marketed leads only, homeowner doesn't know you from Adam, fight to establish credibility from scratch, higher level conversations, full presentation every timeSelling Technician: Service calls and tech turnovers, rapport already built by the tech who sold you coming out, homeowners are grateful you showed up, let your hands do the credibility work, self-narrate the diagnostic (this is good, this is not good), show your work as you go, can be very directThe Midnight Install:Client concern. 9-year-old system. Zero charge. No warranty because it was never registered. Christian presents four options at 9:30 PM. Homeowner chooses Option 4 (full replacement with zoning). Crew arrives at 11:45 PM. Complete install by morning.Cowboys AC runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have a need, they're there. Christian is out past midnight at least once a week because on the way home, someone has a problem.The question for owners: If a company moved into your market and operated like that, what would happen? Or flip side: if YOU operated like that, how much market share would you take?The Role-Play (9-Year-Old System, Zero Charge):"From my diagnostic tonight, there's zero charge in this system. We have a leak somewhere. We can do a pressure test, pump it full of nitrogen, isolate the problem, get pricing. But remember earlier when I told you the last company never registered the warranty? Everything is out of pocket. You said you replaced the coil 3 years ago for 3 thousand dollars cash. The last thing I want is for you to hate me, but whatever the repair is, you don't get that money back when the next thing fails.The other option, and I don't want you to hate me for it because this system's only 9 years old, is updating this to have full brand new warranties, installed correctly. Earlier you said it comes down to taking care of your grandchildren who are differently abled and need conditioned air. I don't know the turnaround time on the fix because we haven't isolated it yet. But the fastest thing to give you peace of mind is resetting this from the ground up. Totally up to you. Just let me know how I can help."Work with Sam:Website: https://www.closeitnow.netCoaching & Training: https://www.closeitnow.net/coachingFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/closeitnowEmail: sam@closeitnow.netSummer Sales Surge Series 2026:Live virtual training June through September. Monday nights 7 PM Central. 1497 dollars for the entire bundle. Month one will pay for the entire summer. Email sam at closeitnow.net or visit salesurgebundle.com3 Ways to Work with Sam:On-Site Training - Half-day classroom plus half-day ride-alongs with your teamVirtual Training - Same frameworks, delivered remotely for teams or individualsThe Build - Company scaling for HVAC and home services owners. You built the revenue. We help you build the business. Finding 15 to 20 percent of revenue sitting in your company that should have gone to your bottom line.Connect with Christian Moore:Cowboys AC - San Antonio, TexasNext Week:Leader of One, Leader of ManyLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or Google to help more salespeople and contractors find this show.Google Review Link: https://g.page/r/CbfnnDqTCwQdEAE/review

This episode will probably make some adoptive parents uncomfortable, and that's exactly why you should listen.Jade Amez grew up in a white family in the Midwest constantly being asked questions like:“Where are you really from?”“Do you know your real parents?”“Aren't you grateful you were adopted?”And while most people thought they were “just being curious,” Jade explains what those questions actually feel like from the adoptee side.In this conversation, Jade opens up about the moments that made her feel different, the subtle ways adoptive families can unintentionally erase culture, and why representation matters more than many parents realize. She also shares what happened when she reunited with her birth mother in Taiwan — and the complicated emotions that came with it.This isn't a conversation about being a “perfect” adoptive parent.It's a conversation about listening harder, asking better questions, and realizing that love alone doesn't erase identity struggles.If you've ever said:“We don't see color in our family,”“She's just like any other kid,”or “I don't want adoption to define them…”…this episode may challenge you in ways you weren't expecting.In this episode:The adoption questions adoptees are exhausted from answeringWhy “Where are you really from?” hits differently than people thinkThe subtle ways adoptive parents can unintentionally “whitewash” their childrenWhat Jade wishes her parents had done differently growing upThe emotional reality of reconnecting with biological familyWhy adoptees don't all feel the same way about adoptionHow books, culture, food, and representation shape identityConnect with Jade:Website: whereamifrombook.comFollow Jade on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whereamifrombook/RG Adoption ConsultingWebsite → ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠ Book a Complimentary Adoption Strategy Session→ ⁠https://rgadoptionconsulting.com/contactAre You Ready to Adopt? Take the Quiz to Find Out: https://www.rgadoptionconsulting.com/quiz Tune in to The Adoption Roadmap Podcast every Wednesday. If you like what you hear, I'd appreciate a follow, a 5-star rating & review! THANK YOU!For questions about adoption, episode suggestions, or to appear as a guest on The Adoption Roadmap Podcast, email⁠⁠⁠⁠ support@rgadoptionconsulting.com⁠⁠⁠

Sorry I'm late. I have ADHD. So does my friend. She's sitting at the coffee shop halfway through her first one, watching me sweat through the door twenty minutes late. Same diagnosis. Different morning. Different brain doing the work behind it.What We CoverThe vein surgery saga — three appointments, three completely different outcomes, same brainThe receptionist who handed me the appointment card like a library card and the one who didn'tWhy "set more alarms, leave earlier" is the equivalent of telling someone with low blood sugar to just have more energyThe four types of ADHD time blindness — petrol gauge stuck on full, the car that won't start, the GPS that lies, the seatbelt warning that's lateWhy your strategies haven't worked — because they were built for someone else's typeWhat actually works for each one — visual time, body doubling, departure rituals, calibration with a stopwatch, manufactured deadlinesWhy "I left heaps of time" keeps being true and untrue at the same timeThe 40-50% rule — adults with ADHD underestimate task time by half. Double it. Then add buffer.Why the friend at the coffee shop at five to nine isn't more disciplined — she's borrowing structure from her environmentWhat collapses on school holidays, sick days, working from home, and what that tells you about which strategies are actually holding you upThe estrogen/dopamine link — why the same brain at 32 isn't the same brain at 42Free ResourceTime Blindness Jotform — figure out which of the four types you actually have, then find the support that fits: https://adhdmums.com.au/ (on Jane's website)Energy Accounting Guide — for the dopamine/load piece: https://adhdmums.com.au/product/adhd-mums-energy-accounting-guide/Free Resources Library: https://adhdmums.com.au/product-category/free-resources/Paid ResourceADHD Reset Workbook — Values, Energy & Planning: https://adhdmums.com.au/product/adhd-planner-and-values/Related EpisodesS3 EP24: QUICK RESET — The ADHD Myth of 'Just Try Harder' — https://adhdmums.com.au/podcast_episode/episode-24-quick-reset-the-adhd-myth-of-just-try-harder/S3 EP50: HORMONES — When Hormones Hijack the Mind: ADHD, Perimenopause & Emotional Burnout — https://adhdmums.com.au/podcast_episode/episode-50-hormones-when-hormones-hijack-the-mind-adhd-perimenopause-emotional-burnout/S2 EP67: Why Routines Always Seem to Fail for ADHD Families — and How to Fix Them — https://adhdmums.com.au/podcast_episode/episode-67-why-routines-always-seem-to-fail-for-adhd-families-and-how-to-fix-them/S3 EP49: QUICK RESET — "I'm Not Lazy — My House Just Doesn't Have a Memory" — https://adhdmums.com.au/podcast_episode/episode-49-quick-reset-im-not-lazy-my-house-just-doesnt-have-a-memory/

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I'm ripping the Band-Aid off and getting real about every financial mistake you'll make as your net worth grows. Here's the kicker: you're probably making some of them right now and they don't even feel like mistakes. That's the danger.Most financial advice out there talks about what to do to build wealth, but almost nobody warns you about the traps that sneak up on you when your wealth actually starts showing up. These aren't just money mistakes...they're behavioral and life mistakes that can sideline your freedom, confidence, and choices.Whether you're on your first six figures or cruising in seven, these lessons come from my own hard-won experience (including getting caught in a Ponzi scheme and buying a car for all the wrong reasons). I'm laying out the top ways people blow it as their net worth rises, so you can see these mistakes in yourself, dodge them early, and actually build a life you want to live.IN THIS EPISODE, I HIT:Why confusing your net worth with true financial freedom will mess you upThe silent danger of being “asset rich but cash poor” and how to make sure you're never caught frozenHow letting your emotions and outside expectations hijack your financial decisions can cost you big-timeThe problem with chasing sexy, complex investments before you've mastered the basics (trust me, I've been burned)Why building wealth is never a solo sport and how to prep your family to carry the torchTime to cut through the BS, see what's really in your blind spot. Hit play now.RECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/When Does Investment Income Finally Beat Your Day JobI'm Politely Begging You To Get Good with MoneyEvery Financial Trap Middle Class People Fall Into ExplainedRich People Don't Buy Luxury...They Buy These 8 ThingsPsychology of Families Who Stay Rich For GenerationsRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:When Does Investment Income Finally Beat Your Day Job: https://youtu.be/bRyW3hxzRac I'm Politely Begging You To Get Good with Money: https://youtu.be/tEJ89xF2ZZ0 Every Financial Trap Middle Class People Fall Into Explained: https://youtu.be/kn5nCbd5FOU Rich People Don't Buy Luxury...They Buy These 8 Things: https://youtu.be/clc7oX7VJUQ Psychology of Families Who Stay Rich For Generations: https://youtu.be/phB_2VcYPbA ORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine-a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

God's grace meets us right in the middle of our anxiety.Anxiety is one of the most common struggles we face, and within the Christian life, it can feel especially complicated.In this episode, Angie begins a new conversation on anxiety and faith, rooted in 2 Corinthians 12:9. Through personal story and Scripture, we're reminded that anxiety is not something we have to hide or overcome on our own; it's an invitation to bring our weakness to God and receive His strength. What you'll hear in this week's episodeWhy anxiety can feel confusing within the Christian lifeHow anxiety often builds quietly beneath the surface before it shows upThe difference between pushing through anxiety and bringing it to GodWhat it means that God's power is made perfect in our weaknessEncouragement from Scripture on how to respond when anxiety risesResourcesStep By Step Starter KitA companion resource for anyone learning how to study Scripture with confidence.Get yours here: Step By Step Starter KitVerse of the Week“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9a (NIV) Connect with Angie & Steady OnSteady On Study the Bible. Transform Your Life.Theme Music: Glimmer by Andy Ellison

Send us Fan MailThere's a season in life where everything you've been leaning on just... isn't there anymore. The neighbor moves. The sister takes a second job. The husband travels. The parents are across the ocean. And you're standing in the middle of what feels like a very loud, very clear message that you are on your own. What do you do with that?Angela and I have been circling this topic from a few different directions over the past several months, through disappointment, expectations, friendships, and this week it all converged in one conversation. Stoicism, Mel Robbins' Let Them Theory, Tara Brach's Radical Acceptance. Three different sources, same essential truth: there is a kind of freedom that only becomes available when you stop spending energy trying to control what you were never going to be able to control anyway. And the equally important flip side, that accepting what someone else does is not the same as condoning it. In this episode, we dig into:Why acceptance takes more courage than fighting, and why it's not the same as giving upThe "let them / let me" two-step, and why skipping the second part is where things go sidewaysHow stoicism has been quietly showing up in Angela's life for years, especially after a trip to AthensThe connection between forgiving someone and not drinking poison yourselfHow to set limits on someone without needing to be furious to do itSami shares the Christmas story (yes, that Christmas story, two separate years, no gift, being sent to find it herself) and what finally shifted when she stopped trying to orchestrate a different outcome. Angela gets into the roots of stoicism, Marcus Aurelius, Ryan Holiday, and why the ancient philosophers weren't telling us to feel nothing, they were telling us to stop white-knuckling every wave. The image we kept coming back to: you don't get less battered in the storm by having a smaller boat. You get a bigger one.You can influence people. You can guide them, persuade them, set limits with them, and reach agreements with them. What you cannot do is control what they do. And the most exhausting part of trying is that it doesn't work — and it costs you, every single time. This episode is permission to put that particular weight down. Not because it doesn't matter. Because you matter more.Press play. Especially if you've been white-knuckling something lately and you're starting to suspect it's wearing you out.Mentioned in this episode:The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins: https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach: https://www.tarabrach.com/books/radical-acceptance/The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan HolidayThe Daily Stoic by The 3rd Annual Family Business Forum is May 19 in Springdale, AR. A day built for family-owned businesses who want to communicate better, lead stronger, and actually enjoy working together. Sessions on communication, AI, and high performance, plus a panel, awards, and networking. Early bird tickets are $75 through April 30, then the price goes up. Grab your spot before May 1 at familybusinessnow.com. Support the showSign up at bfreakingawesome.com to get the latest news, insights, and episodes straight to your inbox.Follow Be Freaking Awesome on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Instagram.Let us know what questions you want to be answered and discussed by emailing us at podcast@bfreakingawesome.com.

Most gyms do not have a lead problem. They have a “no one owns follow up,” “our brand doesn't match our price,” and “we never planned where this thing should live long term” problem.Welcome to Gym Marketing Made Simple, the show focused on cutting through the noise around gym growth. Each episode centers on practical marketing, sales, and leadership systems that help boutique gyms build steady momentum without guesswork or constant outreach.Episode HighlightsIn today's episode, Sherman Merricks and Blake Ruff is joined by, Josh Martin, and Stu Brauer to talk through what they are actually seeing every day with gyms they work with: why ads are not the real issue, how your brand and social need to line up with your prices, what solid follow up looks like, and how smart real estate decisions set your gym up for the next five to ten years.Episode OutlineWhat “shrinkage” in CrossFit and micro gyms really meansWhy every market goes through boom and squeeze cyclesThe $200 subscription question and understanding your own pricingOwners acting like consumers vs acting like operatorsTime horizons: bad weeks vs real quarterly trendsSeasonality, spring break, and why some months are always softerHow organic social sets the stage for winning ad campaignsThe four things your Instagram should show a strangerWhy inside jokes and blurry class photos hurt your brand“Bad leads” vs weak sales and follow-upThe 40 / 60 / 80 benchmark Sherman's team uses at LassoHow to treat early leads as sales reps for your teamSimple, playful sales language that gets real repliesStu's path from gym cash flow to owning his buildingLease first, then buy, and when to loop in a real estate proUsing events like the Gym Marketing Made Simple event to get real ROIEpisode Chapters00:00 Stop thinking like a consumer, $200 subscription test01:13 Intro: Gym Marketing Made Simple with Sherman, Blake, Josh & Stu02:00 Industry “shrinkage,” CrossFit, and market cycles06:07 Owners, time horizons, and “bad month” panic08:55 Seasonality, spring break, and realistic expectations12:08 Social media that actually backs up your ads18:05 “Bad leads” vs bad sales and weak follow up24:02 Lead benchmarks: 40/60/80 and cold vs warm traffic29:23 Stu's real estate play and buying the building38:06 Why Stu's speaking at the event and how to connect with himConclusionSherman, Blake, Josh, and Stu lay out the gap between what most gym owners think is broken and what is really going on. The gyms that stop blaming Facebook, stop calling everything a “bad lead,” and start owning their numbers, their follow-up, their look and feel, and their lease are the ones that stay in the game when everybody else taps out.CTAIf you want better leads, better closes, and a plan for where your gym is going to live next, subscribe to Gym Marketing Made Simple, share this with another owner who needs it, and book a call with the Lasso team so we can help you tighten up the whole system front to back.

Have you been at the same company for years, even decades, and suddenly the work that once excited you feels stale? You are not alone and there is a clear path forward.This is the question so many ambitious women face: how do you know when it is time to leave a job you have loved? When the culture shifts, when new leadership changes everything, when an outside force like a merger or a pandemic rewires the workplace, the thought of moving can feel daunting. You know you feel stuck but you do not know what the next steps are.In this episode of the SisterSmart Leadership Podcast, Jill Avey sits down with her client Rebecca H., a privacy specialist in the legal field who spent more than 15 years at the same organization before she made her move. Through the Sisters in Leadership program, Rebecca was able to recognize the leadership skills she had been quietly building for over a decade, develop the executive presence she needed to interview at a higher level and land a role at an established publicly traded mid-sized consumer products company where she leads a sizable team with a real mandate and the resources to deliver on it.Whether you are a woman leader who has outgrown your current role, a high performer wondering whether your complacency is really stagnation in disguise, or an in-house specialist who has never been told you are a leader, you will find inspiration and a roadmap in Rebecca's story.In this episode, you will learn:How to recognize the difference between contentment and complacency in your careerWhy a culture shift can quietly drain your enthusiasm for the work you used to loveHow leadership skills get built off the org chart, and why that matters when you are ready to move upThe executive presence work that helps women get hired into bigger leadership rolesA networking and resume strategy that opens doors without ever telling anyone you are lookingHow to step into a brand-new leadership role and build psychological safety from day oneWhy being a likeable badass is the sweet spot for women leaders who refuse to be trampled or seen as a pushoverHow a personal strategy retreat can reframe your whole career and create real long-term balanceMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODELikeable Badass by Alison FragaleABOUT REBECCA H.Rebecca H. is an experienced privacy specialist in the legal field with more than two decades in legal practice. After spending over 15 years building her career at her previous organization, she recently moved into a senior in-house leadership role at an established publicly traded mid-sized consumer products company, where she leads a sizable team and is responsible for redefining the company's privacy program. Because of the sensitive nature of her work, Rebecca is sharing her story on audio only and using her first name and last initial.—Register for the Free Executive Presence for Women Masterclass: The 3 keys to Increase Authority and Influence, happening live on Thursday, August 8 at 12 PST.A replay will be available for those that register! https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkdOsrDItGdHchQv1BXFozsGRUjL74xlK#/registration —

Cancellations are up, no-shows are almost expected — and most owners are handling it the wrong way.In this episode, Carrie Webber of Jameson Group walks through what every person in your practice can start doing today to keep patients on the schedule. You'll learn exactly what to say to patients to get them to show up, the front desk mistake that costs you appointments, and the unexpected reason patients don't follow through..lTopics discussed:Three issues every practice is dealing with right nowWhy cancellations and no-shows have increasedThe first step to fixing a cancellation/no-show problemThe strategy most owners try (and why it doesn't work)Seven value-building skills every role needsThe burnout problem hurting your patient experienceHow to audit your entire patient experience in one dayThe front desk mistake that loses patients before they bookPower words that ensure patients show upThe biggest obstacle to patients getting treatmentConnect with Carrie Webber:https://jmsn.comThis episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.comTitle Options:Stop Charging Cancellation Fees — Do This InsteadSay This and Watch Your No-Show Rate DropThe Words That Get Patients to Actually Show UpThe One Phrase Your Front Desk Needs to Stop SayingStop Saying This to Patients and Improve Your Cancellation RateDon't be a silly goose....Download the Dental Practice Heroes App today and access all the free resources available to you. (Awesome Android ppl Click Here) Are you Ready for a More Proactive CPA?  Email info@itxre.com or check out https://www.itxre.com for more information. Take Control of Your Practice and Your LifeWe help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

What happens to a man's body after 40?After 40, men experience a decline in testosterone, increased fat storage (especially belly fat), muscle loss, slower recovery, reduced sleep quality, joint issues, and increased stress levels. However, these changes can be slowed or reversed through proper training, nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle habits.Episode SummaryWhat's really going on with your body after 40?If you've noticed:More belly fatLess muscleLow energyPoor sleepSlower recoveryYou're not imagining it.In this episode, Funk Roberts breaks down the 7 major physiological changes that happen to men in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond—and more importantly, what you can do to reverse, slow down, and dominate your second half of life. In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why testosterone drops and how it affects EVERYTHINGThe truth about muscle loss (sarcopenia) and how to reverse itWhy belly fat increases—and why it's dangerousHow recovery slows down and what to do about itWhy joint pain and stiffness suddenly show upThe real reason your sleep is getting worseHow stress, anxiety, and burnout increase after 40The simple system to rebuild your body and healthListen to This Episode on Your Favourite Podcast Platform:Listen on Over 40 Alpha Podcast WebsiteSpotify: iTunes: YouTube Over 40 Alpha Podcast: Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Second Half Strong04:35 Understanding Changes After 4010:59 The Importance of Testosterone17:19 Muscle Loss and Sarcopenia22:40 Fat Storage and Hormonal Shifts25:41 Understanding Visceral Fat and Its Implications26:34 Lifestyle Factors Contributing to Belly Fat28:16 The Importance of Recovery and Joint Health34:38 Sleep Quality and Its Impact on Health39:12 Mental and Emotional Changes with Aging41:58 Reversing the Aging Process: Strategies for Health

The average family of four spends $6,000–$12,000 on a Walt Disney World vacation. Most of it is optional.In this episode, I'm breaking down the Five Cost Buckets of every Disney trip — two are fixed, three are almost entirely negotiable — and showing you exactly how a real family can visit Walt Disney World for under $4,000 without cutting the magic.You'll learn:The only legitimate place to buy discounted Disney tickets (and the scam sites to avoid)Why staying off-property can save your family $700–$1,400 — and what you actually give upThe grocery delivery trick that saves $200–$400 on food before you even walk into a parkWhen to buy Genie+ and when to skip it entirelyThe counter service meals that are genuinely better than the $60 sit-down optionsI also walk through three real budget scenarios — Budget ($3,964), Moderate ($5,509), and Premium ($8,609) — for the same 5-day family trip, so you can see exactly where the money goes and where it doesn't have to.

Ever wonder why staying calm feels impossible in tough moments? The Co-Dysregulation Cycle fuels burnout and emotional overload. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, expert in Regulation First Parenting™, shows how calming your nervous system transforms your child's behavior.Have you ever promised to yourself that you'll stay calm—but suddenly you're yelling again? You're not alone.The co-dysregulation cycle no one talks about explains why emotions escalate so quickly—and why it's not a failure, but a nervous system response. Learn more about why it's important to calm the brain first to shift the pattern and create real, lasting change.Why do I lose control when my child melts down?It feels like it comes out of nowhere—but it's not a character flaw. It's biology. When your child becomes dysregulated, your nervous system automatically mirrors that intensity.Emotions are contagious—like yawning, they spreadYour heart rate, breathing, and stress hormones sync upThe thinking brain (prefrontal cortex) goes offlineReal-Life Example: You're cooking dinner, your child starts whining, and suddenly your voice sharpens. You didn't plan it—it just happened.It's not bad parenting—it's a dysregulated brain.What is the Co-Dysregulation Cycle in parenting?The Co-Dysregulation Cycle is a back-and-forth escalation between your nervous system and your child's.Here's how it unfolds:Child becomes overwhelmed → meltdown, refusal, or shutdownParent reacts → stress rises, patience dropsParent responds with urgency or control → “Stop it now!”Child senses more threat → escalates even furtherTwo dysregulated nervous systems can't create calm.

In this solo reflection, Amy explores why daily practice matters beyond flexibility, strength, or stress relief. Using a simple morning ritual—cleaning her glasses—she offers a clear metaphor for what practice does: it helps us notice what has accumulated in the mind-body system and gives us a way to “wipe the lens” so we can see, sense, and choose more clearly.This episode weaves yogic psychology, behavior change, and neuroscience into one steady message: our beliefs don't just shape our thoughts—they shape our bodies, our felt sense, and our default responses. The work of change is possible, but it asks for time, repetition, and a compassionate willingness to witness what's already wired.In this episode, Amy exploresWhy daily practice functions like “cleaning the lens” of perceptionHow repetitive beliefs shape behavior, communication, and lived experienceThe neuroscience of habit loops: “neurons that fire together wire together”Why beliefs become embodied—and how sensations can become predictable over timeHow yoga therapy supports change from both directions: top-down and bottom-upThe importance of cultivating the observer before trying to rewire patternsHow mantra, mudrā, saṅkalpa, and visualization can interrupt old loops and build new onesWhy meaningful rewiring often takes years, not weeksHow the ego can resist change when long-held patterns feel “cement-like”Why dramatic life changes don't always create transformation if beliefs remain unchangedHow yoga therapy stays self-empowered while still benefiting from skilled guidanceA woven framework: Rāja Yoga (mind), Haṭha Yoga (body), and a mature, non-bypassing view of VedāntaA thoughtful comparison between Vedānta and The Matrix as a metaphor for misperception and awakeningKey takeawaysChange begins with awareness: noticing the loop without immediately obeying it.The body and mind are trained together; sustainable change includes both sensation and belief.Practice is not about perfection—it's about repetition with clarity.External reinvention can create space, but real change comes from rewiring the underlying beliefs.A mature spiritual framework supports healing without bypassing what is real and human.Reflection question for listenersWhat is one familiar “loop” you notice in your mind-body system—and what might it feel like to pause, witness it, and choose a new response today?Mentioned in this episodeDaily practice as a method of “cleaning the lens”Behavior change and learning theoryRāja Yoga and the Yoga Sūtra as a practical path for health, healing, and liberationHaṭha Yoga as a pathway back into sensation and embodimentAdvaita Vedānta and the movement from perceived separateness toward wholenessThe role of a yoga therapist or guide in supporting insight without bypassing

If you've been hustling hard, checking every box, and still feel like something's off — this episode is for you. In the final day of the Success Frequency live training, Marley shares a real-time personal breakthrough on feminine and masculine energetics and exactly why leading from your masculine is keeping you stuck, burnt out, and capped — no matter how driven you are.Get your Spot our LIVE Toronto Event: ⁠https://marleyrose.mykajabi.com/offers/oLPgxHPn/checkout⁠Marley gets raw and vulnerable about her own journey from operating in full masculine overdrive — crushing Red Bulls and doing everything herself — to unlocking her first $120K month by doing less and desiring more. She breaks down the exact energetic shift that changed everything, and shares two stories (a business class flight and a Fendi bag) that perfectly illustrate how feminine energy actually magnetises money.What You'll LearnWhy hustle is keeping you capped — and why working harder will never get you past a certain ceilingThe feminine vs. masculine energy breakdown — what each role actually is (hint: it has nothing to do with gender)The "butterfly net" analogy — two ways to catch what you want, and why one burns you outClean desire vs. ego desire — the difference that determines whether money flows or dries upThe radio frequency analogy — why trying to attract money through masculine energy is like tuning to the wrong stationThe $120K month story — what Marley was (and wasn't) doing differently that monthHow to lead with desire first — a practical shift to stop doing and start magnetisingKey Quotes"Feminine leads, masculine follows — always.""Your job is not to go out hunting. Your job is to pick your berries — and the deer will be brought to you.""I was so capped because everything was contingent on my effort. I was constantly burnt out, constantly feeling like a man.""When you make the first move with your desire, the universe will always provide for you.""The universe is taking attendance. When you invest in yourself, you will always be rewarded."Resources:

#280: Hot Girl Summer—but not the way you think. In this month's curriculum episode, we're redefining what Hot Girl Summer actually means; this episode is really about learning how to fully experience your life. Josie breaks down the 4 habits that will shift you out of autopilot and into a life that feels intentional, magnetic, and genuinely fun to live.You'll learn:How to stop living passively and start creating your life in real timeWhy paying attention to your life is the most underrated glow-upThe psychology of what you wear—and how it shapes your identityWhy you need to stop “saving” your life (and how to start spending now)How to create energy, motivation, and confidence through experience, not disciplinePlus: your full Hot Girl Summer homework assignments, extra credit, a simple weekly framework to stay consistent, and what to read & watch this month to fully step into your main character energy.The Everygirl's 31-Day Best Self Summer Challenge: https://theeverygirl.com/best-self-summer-ideas/This episode is also brought to you by OSEAHead to OSEAMalibu.com and use code "THEEVERYGIRL" for 10% off your order.For Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late-night comedy just collided with controversy… and the internet is divided.On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, we break down the backlash surrounding Jimmy Kimmel after his eyebrow-raising joke at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Referring to a recent tragic incident, Kimmel said, “You have a glow like an expectant widow.” The comment immediately sparked outrage, with critics calling it insensitive given the timing.But here's the real question…

Leadership is not something you are invited into, developed through years of training, or reserved for a select few. According to Nancy O'Keefe, it is already inside you. After doing hundreds of human design readings, she has seen it in every single chart. This conversation is about what it takes to wake it up and choose it.What You'll Discover:Why we are transitioning into a new energetic era built on self-trust and intuitive influence, and what that shift means for how you build and grow your coaching businessHow human design reveals your unique decision-making authority and why logic and pros-and-cons lists are often the least reliable way to make aligned choicesWhat leadership really means: Nancy's definition has nothing to do with titles or being chosen, and everything to do with influence and the choice to show upThe leadership threshold, that doorway where capable women hesitate even though they know they could, and how to finally step through itWhy it is never too late to discover your purpose, and why all of the life experience you have gathered is exactly what you needed before you could step fully into your workThe one thing Nancy wants every listener to hear: you are already a leader. You just have to wake it up and choose it.--------Grab the free course, Stop Guessing and Start Signing Clients, and take your next step today: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/vfo/Want to see what's actually working for coaches right now? Download the free Coaching Business Insights Report 2026: https://candymotzek.lpages.co/business-growth-survey/Ready to keep building? Watch this next, How to Start a Coaching Business playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4Ja1CypZHinAnJBRM6ENbRtYs--2hSwYWant to talk about what you really want from your coaching business? Book a free 30-minute call with Candy: https://stepintosuccessnow.com/She Coaches Coaches | Helping smart coaches build profitable, fully booked businesses

What really happened the night the Titanic struck the iceberg—and how much of what we think we know is actually wrong? In this gripping episode of Truth Be Told, Tony welcomes renowned maritime historian Mark Chirnside from the UK to break down the myths, misconceptions, and overlooked truths surrounding one of history's most infamous disasters. From the critical minutes after impact to the mistakes and decisions that sealed Titanic's fate, Mark dives deep into the real timeline of events—and why the story is far more complex than Hollywood ever showed us. They explore the role of Captain Smith, First Officer Murdoch, and the controversial legacy of J. Bruce Ismay, while also uncovering the truth behind conspiracy theories, communication failures, and the ship's so-called “unsinkable” design. Plus—did Titanic really have a chance to survive? And what about that age-old debate… could Jack have fit on the door? This episode separates fact from fiction and reveals why, over a century later, Titanic still captivates the world—and what we're still learning today.

Lauren is a financial coach. She knows exactly what she'd tell a client who was juggling competing financial goals with limited margin. She'd say: pick one. Prioritize. Stop trying to do everything at once.And yet, when it came to her own money (her IVF goal, her emergency fund, her coaching business, her serving job she was ready to leave) everything felt jumbled.In this Client Seat episode, I coach Lauren through what happens when you stop trying to figure out all the things and start choosing. You'll hear the exact moment her energy shifts from heavy and overwhelmed to clear and motivated. And I share something about my own coaching in this session that I would have done differently — because knowing a client well can be a gift, and it can also lead you to steer when you should be listening.This is Part 1 of a two-part session. Part 1 covers the goals and priorities conversation. Part 2 goes into Lauren's income picture and what it would actually take for her to leave her serving job behind.Get access to Part 2 here. Want to be a guest on a future Client Seat episode? Apply here.In this episode:Why seeing income as separate buckets keeps clients stuck in scarcityWhat happens when you stop trying to fund everything at onceHow Lauren's gut gave her the answer before her logic caught upThe chicken-or-egg loop that keeps big goals permanently on holdWhat I'd do differently in my own coaching — and why naming it mattersResources MentionedMoney Made Human Peer Advisory GroupYNAB

The hospitality industry has a mental health problem — we've talked about it plenty on this show. But what about the physical side? Long shifts, late-night snacking, beer after service, picking through the kitchen, stress that never turns off. Jay and Dom sit down with Calgary-based speaker and health strategist Robin O'Grady — a ten-year hospitality veteran turned leadership health coach — to talk about what's quietly taking out restaurant leaders, and why fixing it doesn't have to mean cutting carbs, buying a gym membership, or turning your life upside down.Robin's message is refreshingly simple: decide, assess, pick one thing, and stay consistent. That's it. No Ozempic. No six-pack. No elimination diets. Just the smallest change you can actually do forever.In this episode, we get into:Why waking up in pain is not a normal part of aging — and what your body is trying to tell youThe real reason most health plans fail (hint: you're trying to change too many things at once)"Discipline vs. restriction" — and why one works while the other always blows upThe hydration rule Robin won't negotiate on, even if you eat pizza every dayStress, cortisol, and why high performers gain weight even when they barely eatThe freezer story — how one chef taught Robin to release stress mid-shiftGrounding exercises you can do in 60 seconds between tablesThe sidewalk client — how a 400+ lb. client started with one square of concrete and built a new life from thereWhy "busy" is often a trauma response disguised as a flexHow to manufacture your own emergency before your body does it for youIf you've ever stood in the walk-in at the end of a Saturday night wondering how long you can keep this up — this one is for you.About Robin O'GradyRobin is a leadership health and performance speaker based in Calgary, Alberta. With over a decade of hands-on experience in hospitality and more than 36 years in customer service, she speaks directly to the leaders our industry depends on about building sustainable health into impossibly demanding careers. She's also a dancer, aerialist, and the founder of the newly launched International Arts and Media Foundation.

The hospitality industry has a mental health problem — we've talked about it plenty on this show. But what about the physical side? Long shifts, late-night snacking, beer after service, picking through the kitchen, stress that never turns off. Jay and Dom sit down with Calgary-based speaker and health strategist Robin O'Grady — a ten-year hospitality veteran turned leadership health coach — to talk about what's quietly taking out restaurant leaders, and why fixing it doesn't have to mean cutting carbs, buying a gym membership, or turning your life upside down.Robin's message is refreshingly simple: decide, assess, pick one thing, and stay consistent. That's it. No Ozempic. No six-pack. No elimination diets. Just the smallest change you can actually do forever.In this episode, we get into:Why waking up in pain is not a normal part of aging — and what your body is trying to tell youThe real reason most health plans fail (hint: you're trying to change too many things at once)"Discipline vs. restriction" — and why one works while the other always blows upThe hydration rule Robin won't negotiate on, even if you eat pizza every dayStress, cortisol, and why high performers gain weight even when they barely eatThe freezer story — how one chef taught Robin to release stress mid-shiftGrounding exercises you can do in 60 seconds between tablesThe sidewalk client — how a 400+ lb. client started with one square of concrete and built a new life from thereWhy "busy" is often a trauma response disguised as a flexHow to manufacture your own emergency before your body does it for youIf you've ever stood in the walk-in at the end of a Saturday night wondering how long you can keep this up — this one is for you.About Robin O'GradyRobin is a leadership health and performance speaker based in Calgary, Alberta. With over a decade of hands-on experience in hospitality and more than 36 years in customer service, she speaks directly to the leaders our industry depends on about building sustainable health into impossibly demanding careers. She's also a dancer, aerialist, and the founder of the newly launched International Arts and Media Foundation.

In Part Two of Clint's conversation with Mark Fava – former U.S. Navy Officer, accomplished aviation attorney, and author of “Lessons from the Admiral” – Mark shares practical leadership lessons on communication, trust, and execution that apply across any organization.He explains why exceptional leaders repeat their message with clarity and consistency, how listening builds credibility faster than talking, and why transparency, especially in difficult situations, is critical to maintaining trust and morale.Mark also covers how leaders should handle problems early, create environments where people feel safe raising issues, and balance honest feedback with strong team alignment.Through real-world examples, he highlights the importance of preparation, accountability, and doing what you say you're going to do, every time.The conversation closes with advice for early-career professionals on leading without authority, overcoming self-doubt, and building a reputation that lasts.This is the second part of a two-part conversation. Topics Covered:Why consistent messaging is critical for effective leadershipHow to communicate clearly, concisely, and with impactThe “three bullet rule” for simplifying communicationWhy great leaders listen first, and how it builds credibilityThe role of transparency in building trust and moraleHow to handle difficult messages and lead through discomfortWhy problems don't age well, and how to address them earlyCreating a culture where team members feel safe speaking upThe balance between healthy disagreement and team alignmentWhy preparation drives confidence and performanceLeading without authority through reliability and executionThe importance of doing what you say you'll doOvercoming imposter syndrome early in your careerLessons learned from failure and how to reset and move forwardThe concept of “legacy leadership” and long-term impactWhy integrity and reputation are a leader's most valuable assetsLinks:Mark's website - https://markcfava.com/ Mark's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markcfava/ Mark's book, “Lessons from the Admiral” - https://amzn.to/48m9tum 

In this episode of The Cocktail Academy Podcast, Damian records live from Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London with Andy Loudon, Director of Bars, and Kris Bazys, Bar Manager, during the launch of the new Heroes & Villains menu.Andy breaks down the thinking behind the menu, how Gerald Scarfe's artwork shapes the identity of the bar, and why great bars are built on energy, escapism, and experience, not just what's in the glass. Kris then takes us behind the scenes into the reality of service, explaining what actually changes when a new menu launches, how the team adapts, and what it takes to deliver consistency at scale.This episode is a strong listen for bartenders, operators, and hospitality professionals who want to understand how top-level cocktail programmes are built and executed in a luxury environment without losing personality.In this episode:How the Heroes & Villains concept was developedWhy Scarfes focuses on experience over just drinksWhat really changes when a new menu launchesThe operational reality behind high-level cocktail serviceWhy “villain” drinks like Mojitos and Cosmopolitans still matterHow batching and classics work together in a modern barThe training system behind a high-performing bar teamKey TakeawaysExperience beats everything Great drinks are expected. What separates bars is how they make guests feel from the moment they walk in.Menus are built over time A single menu launch represents months of development, testing, and team input.Luxury doesn't have to be stiff Scarfes shows how to balance high-end service with warmth, personality, and energy.Operations drive success Menu changes impact everything—layout, prep, glassware, flow, and team movement.Training builds consistency Strong foundations, structured progression, and continuous development are key to maintaining standards.Classics still matter Even with modern techniques, classic cocktails remain essential for both training and guest demand.HighlightsThe thinking behind Heroes & Villains and its link to Gerald ScarfeWhy certain classic cocktails became “villains” within the industryThe hidden 48-hour prep behind some drinksHow Scarfes trains and develops its team from the ground upThe balance between batching for efficiency and maintaining craftStandout Quotes“People go to bars for escapism.” “Luxury and comfort are not always the same thing.” “You can train a monkey to make a good drink with the right recipe.” “The enemy of art is the absence of limitations.” “The first thing I protect is my team.”GuestsAndy Loudon – Director of Bars, Rosewood LondonKris Bazys – Bar Manager, Scarfes BarFollow & ConnectScarfes Bar: @scarfesbar Rosewood London: @rosewoodlondon The Cocktail Academy: @welovecocktails Website: www.thecocktailacademy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the way you see people is shaping who they become in your life?I have been spending less time online and more time in what feels real, grounded, and meaningful. And in that space, this idea has been sitting heavy on my heart.We are constantly reflecting something back to the people around us. The question is… what are we choosing to see?In this episode, I am inviting you into a simple shift that has the power to change your relationships, your energy, and the way you move through the world.It starts with you. And then it expands into every conversation, every interaction, every room you walk into.If you have been craving more depth, more intention, and more connection, this is for you.If you feel called to explore this work on a deeper level and are curious about GiRLiFE, I have opened up a few days for real conversations with women in this community.You can book here:melodypourmoradi.com/callIn this episode, we touch on:How your perception of others influences how they show upThe shift from judgment to calling forward someone's lightWhy this practice starts with how you see yourselfA simple challenge to bring into your daily Let's Stay Connected!As an empowerment coach, author, twin girl mom, and the creator of the GiRLiFE Academy, my mission is to help every woman and girl discover her voice and live a life that lights her up from the inside out.I'd love to connect with you and continue this beautiful journey together!

If you've ever tracked your calories, tried to stay in a deficit, or relied on “high-protein, low-calorie” foods to reach your goals… this episode is for you.In this episode of Slay, Louise Hazel breaks down the viral class-action lawsuit against David Protein Bars — and what it reveals about the truth behind food labels.Because here's the reality:What's written on the label… isn't always what your body experiences.We unpack:The lawsuit claims vs what the brand saysWhy the calorie math doesn't add upThe science behind “low-calorie fat”How inaccurate labels can stall fat lossAnd why women are often the ones who pay the priceIf you've ever felt like:“I'm doing everything right… but nothing is changing”This episode might explain why.Subscribe for more science-backed conversations on women's strength, health, and performance.#SlayPodcast #WomensHealth #FatLossTruth #nutritionmyths

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.I Need to Save My Marriage in 60 Days!If you're trying to save your marriage on a deadline—while she's living with someone else—you're about to learn the one mindset shift that decides whether you collapse… or lead.In this Q&A, a husband calls in with a brutal situation: his wife is moving toward divorce, living in another county with another man, and may be pregnant. He feels like he's on a clock—and he's desperate to know where to start.Cass and Kathryn break down what most men get wrong in crisis: they try to change for her, compete with the other guy, and spiral in panic. That mindset creates more insecurity, more covert contracts, and more failure.This episode covers:Why the “60 day timeline” is usually a panic story (and how to stop spiraling)How marriages can come back even when she's living with someone elseWhy kids are not a curse—they're opportunities to show up differentlyWhy changing “for her” kills trust (she can smell it)How to stop analyzing her and start building purpose, strength, and consistencyWhy the “other guy” honeymoon phase collapses when insecurity shows upThe difference between saving the old marriage vs building a new marriageThis isn't about begging, convincing, or performing.It's about becoming a man you respect—whether she comes back or not.

You're doing more than ever at work.You're the go-to person.You're delivering, executing, exceeding expectations…And yet you're still getting the feedback:“You need to develop more executive presence.”What does that even mean?And why does it feel like the harder you work… the further you are from it?In this episode of Breaking Free from the Grind, I'm breaking down what executive presence actually is, and the 5 shifts that will help you step into leadership at the next level without burning yourself out in the process. In this episode, I'm diving in to discuss:Why “executive presence” feels so vague—and how overworking, over-delivering, and being the go-to person is actually keeping you stuck at your current levelThe identity shift from executor → leader—and how to stop proving your value through doing more, and start demonstrating it through how you think, decide, and show upThe 5 key shifts to develop executive presence—including thinking at a higher level, communicating with clarity, and leading without over-functioning or losing yourself in the grindIf you've ever felt frustrated by vague feedback…If you're doing everything “right” but still not being seen as a leader…If you're exhausted from carrying everything—and still feeling like it's not enough…This episode will show you what actually needs to change so you can step into your next level without working yourself into the ground to get there.Enroll in BFG: Want to eliminate stress, self-doubt, and overworking so you accelerate in your demanding corporate career without grinding your way to the top? Book a free consult call to find out how you can get started in my Breaking Free from the Grind 1:1 executive coaching program today. Take the free, 3-minute BFG Mindset quiz: Want to know what's keeping you trapped in the grind of your demanding corporate career? Take the BFG Mindset Quiz here to find out if you're an Overachiever, Overthinker, People Pleaser, Impostor, or Perfectionist - and receive customized solutions on how you can break free from overworking patterns and create more sustainable success at work TODAY. About AmeliaAmelia Noel is a Master Certified Coach, podcast host, corporate workshop facilitator, and creator of the Breaking Free from the Grind coaching program. After spending over a decade of her career working on Wall Street at a top investment bank and as a global strategy consultant to Fortune 100 companies, Amelia now helps professionals working demanding corporate careers eliminate stress, self-doubt, and overworking so they can break free from the grind and create sustainable success in their careers.Connect with Ameliawww.amelianoelcoaching.comIG: @breakingfreefromthegrindLinkedIn: Amelia Noel

What does it really take to break into comics, animation, and film—and stay there?In this episode of Tell The Damn Story, Alex and sit down with screenwriter Brandon Easton to talk about the grind behind his career—and the truth most people don't hear.From hustling at conventions in the '90s…to navigating industry politics…to becoming the head writer on Iyanu…Brandon shares the real path: the setbacks, the breakthroughs, and the decisions that change everything.This isn't theory. This is lived experience.You'll hear:What the “grind” actually looks like (then vs now)The role of networking, reputation, and showing upThe hidden politics of comics, TV, and filmWhy finishing your work matters more than anything elseThe mindset shift that separates dreamers from working writersAnd one of the most important truths you'll hear all year:

Marjorie Adam joins this week's episode to share how agents can adapt to today's shifting market—from coaching new agents and reworking buyer and seller consultations to implementing a focused 90-day plan that replaces “turn and burn” tactics. Learn how to attract motivated clients, leverage listings, strengthen past-client relationships, and stay visible in your community to build a resilient, relationship-driven business.Full Description / Show NotesHow our guest got started in real estate and the lessons that shaped their businessWhat today's shifting market demands from agents—and what needs to changeThe biggest struggles new agents are facing right now (and how to overcome them)Moving to a focused, relationship-driven 90-day planReworking buyer and seller consultations for more educated, data-driven clientsFinding and attracting motivated, qualified buyers and sellersStaying top-of-mind with past clients through intentional follow-upThe power of community engagement and staying visible in your market

There's a version of you the world has come to know—strong, capable, reliable, successful.But what happens when that version no longer feels like you?In this deeply honest and powerful conversation, we go beyond surface-level success and into the quiet truth many high-achieving women carry but rarely say out loud. The pressure to hold it all together. The silent disconnection. The emotional burnout that comes from constantly performing and never truly feeling seen.This episode explores what it really means to reconnect with your inner voice, rebuild self-trust, and return to alignment with who you truly are.Together, we unpack:The hidden cost of high-functioning burnoutWhat it feels like to lose your identity while doing everything “right”How trauma, conditioning, and expectations shape the way women show upThe process of healing, self-discovery, and emotional alignmentWhat it takes to reclaim your voice and step into authentic leadershipThis is a conversation about personal growth, identity work, and the journey back to yourself.If you've been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or quietly questioning your life—this is your reminder that you are not broken… you're being called back into alignment.You are not lost. You are returning to yourself.The Loud Whisper Podcast: The Healing Space is your health and wellness podcast  the place where you can pause, breathe, and heal. Here, we explore conversations that nourish the mind, body, and soul, guiding you back to balance, clarity, and truth.✨ Stay connected with me, Isabel Draughon: Website: www.isabeldraughon.com Instagram: @isabel_draughon LinkedIn: Isabel DraughonIf you loved this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review—your support helps us amplify these soulful conversations. Together, we're creating a community rooted in healing, wellness, and conscious living.

Are you setting weight loss goals that are quietly working against you? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Oldson reveals why fixating on a number on the scale is one of the most common reasons people quit before they ever see real results, and she'll tell you what to do instead.Drawing on over a decade of experience as a weight loss physician, Dr. Oldson breaks down the psychology of goal-setting, including groundbreaking research from NYU psychologist Dr. Gabriele Oettingen, whose studies show that dreaming about your goal weight may actually make you less likely to reach it. She also shares a simple but powerful framework called WOOP (Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, Plan), that you can use today to turn vague intentions into real behavioral change.In this episode, you'll learn:Why outcome-based goals (like a number on the scale) set you up for frustration and burnoutHow process-based goals lead to more weight loss, and why the research backs this upThe difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and why it matters for long-term successHow to use the WOOP method to build a goal with staying powerWhat your "Next Best Action" is, and how to identify yours todayWhether you've been chasing the same number on the scale for years, or you're just getting started on your weight loss journey, this episode will completely shift how you think about goals, and give you a practical, compassionate path forward to weight loss and better health. Thanks for listening! If you'd like more support during your SMART weight loss & health focused journey, sign up for our FREE newsletter, or check out our program at: www.SmartWeightLossCoaching.com. We would love to help you reach your happy weight, and transform the way you talk to yourself about your body and the number on the scale. Negative thoughts about yourself don't have to take up so much brain space, and we'd be honored to help you reframe those thoughts. Also…We'd be grateful if you'd follow us and share our podcast with your friends & family. We're here to help you improve your health, live longer, healthier, and lose weight the SMART way! This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com.

In this deeply real and liberating class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores a striking idea from Parshat Vayikra: the Torah doesn't say if a leader will fail, it says when. Why? Because growth, leadership, love, and even spirituality all require stepping into a messy, imperfect world.Through the lens of Kabbalah and Chassidus, you weren't created to be perfect, you were created to transform imperfection. Your mistakes are not interruptions to your journey… they are the journey.This class reframes failure, guilt, and self-doubt and replaces them with responsibility, growth, and deep self-compassion.Takeaways:The Torah's radical view: failure is not a flaw, it's part of your missionWhy people who never “mess up” often never fully show upThe difference between guilt that crushes… and responsibility that elevatesA Kabbalistic perspective on why G-d wants an imperfect worldHow to stop fearing mistakes and start using them as fuel for growthThe secret to leadership, in your home, your relationships, and your lifeWhy accountability (not perfection) is the real goal#Kabbalah #JewishWisdom #TorahLife #spiritualgrowth #SelfGrowth #MindsetShift #EmotionalHealing #Forgiveness #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #chassidus #Vayikra #JewishLearning #purpose #GrowthMindset #InnerWork #LiveWithMeaning #RabbiBernath Available now:Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/Forgiveness-Experiment-What-Would-Your/dp/1069217638Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FR2QNJL6Audiobook: https://bit.ly/4tPFZhVSupport the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath's work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi

What happens when life hits you at the worst possible time…and everything you teach gets put to the test?No script. No guest. No safety net.Just truth.In this raw and unscripted episode, I turn the mic on myself and answer five questions that will expose who you really are—not when life is easy… but when it's hard.

Most gym ads fail for one simple reason. The system sending leads was never set up to filter the right people in the first place.Welcome to Gym Marketing Made Simple, the show focused on cutting through the noise around gym growth. Each episode centers on practical marketing, sales, and leadership systems that help boutique gyms build steady momentum without guesswork or constant outreach.Episode HighlightsIn today's episode, Blake Ruff discusses a new Facebook Ads Manager feature that allows campaigns to target users who prefer submitting a lead form on Facebook or visiting a website. SMS verification helps improve lead quality on Facebook lead forms, while proper Meta pixel installation ensures website conversions are tracked correctly. Using both options allows gyms to capture leads from different user behaviors and compare results through campaign data.Episode OutlineOverview of the new Facebook Ads Manager feature, allowing website or instant form lead deliveryHow Facebook determines whether a user is sent to a website or a lead formAdvantages of Facebook instant lead formsImportance of SMS verification for improving lead qualityWhen websites generate higher quality leadsThe role of the Meta pixel in tracking website conversionsUsing Facebook Pixel Helper to confirm the pixel is firing correctlySetting campaign budgets versus ad set budgets in Ads ManagerHow to configure and customize lead forms inside FacebookRequired lead form fields and privacy policy requirementsConnecting Facebook leads to a CRM for follow-upThe benefit of running website traffic and lead forms togetherUsing campaign data to compare results from both lead sourcesEpisode Chapters00:00 Intro & Podcast Overview00:29 New Facebook Ads Feature: Website + Instant Forms01:20 Pros & Cons of Lead Forms vs Websites02:15 SMS Verification for Higher-Quality Leads03:05 Website Optimization & Pixel Setup04:24 Building High-Intent Lead Forms05:20 Combining Website Traffic & Instant Forms06:40 Using Data to Optimize Campaigns07:30 Recap & Call to ActionAction TakenEnable SMS verification on Facebook lead forms to confirm phone numbers and improve lead qualityInstall the Meta/Facebook pixel on the websiteEnsure the lead conversion pixel fires when a form is submittedDownload and run the Meta Pixel Helper to verify tracking eventsCreate or duplicate a lead form with higher-intent settingsAdd fields for first name, last name, email, and phone numberInclude privacy policy and a clear call-to-action to schedule a free trialConnect Facebook lead form submissions to the CRM systemSelect the correct website pixel and set the conversion event to “Lead” in Ads ManagerConfigure campaigns using the website plus instant forms optionOptimize the website using a clear problem-solution message and fewer distractionsRun campaigns and compare lead performance from website traffic and instant formsConclusionThe new Ads Manager feature allows gyms to capture leads in two ways without choosing one platform over the other. Facebook directs users to the experience they are most likely to complete, while campaign data reveals which path produces stronger results. With SMS verification, proper pixel tracking, and a clear website message, both lead sources can support stronger ad performance.CTABook a free call using the Lasso framework to see how a structured marketing system can increase member sign-ups.

What does it actually take to build something meaningful—and is it worth it?In this episode of the Culture Matters Podcast, Jay Doran sits down with returning guest Mark Perkins, founder of Pivot Realty and creator of the Are You Worth It? Conference, for a powerful and honest conversation on entrepreneurship, execution, and what separates those who grow from those who stay stuck.Mark shares lessons from nearly two decades of building, scaling, and navigating the realities of business—what he got wrong, what he's learned, and why success is far more difficult than most people are willing to admit. From surrounding yourself with the right people to getting in the right rooms, this episode is a deep dive into what it really means to go all in.This conversation also explores the future of business through the lens of artificial intelligence, the growing gap between elite performers and the rest of the workforce, and why access to the right people and environments can completely change your trajectory.At the center of it all is one question:Are you worth it?In this episode, you'll hear about:Why entrepreneurship is harder than you think—and why that mattersThe power of proximity and getting in the right roomsHow Mark built Pivot Realty from the ground upThe vision behind the Are You Worth It? ConferenceWhat separates top performers from the middle 60%Why most people never reach their full potentialHow AI will reshape business, talent, and opportunityWhat it really means to “go” all in on your life and businessMinute Markers:00:00 Intro and Jim Rohn quote on proximity02:10 Mark Perkins returns to the podcast05:30 Starting Pivot Realty and early lessons10:45 Why entrepreneurship is harder than expected18:20 Getting in rooms with high-level operators25:10 The vision behind “Are You Worth It?”34:00 How to show up and win in the right rooms42:15 Learning from people who have actually done it50:30 Building relationships that create opportunity58:40 The future of AI and the workforce1:08:20 Top performers vs. the middle 60%1:18:00 What “go” means for 20261:25:00 Final thoughts: Is it worth it?If this episode challenged you, share it with someone you want in the room with you.Subscribe for more conversations on culture, leadership, business, and life.

Most real estate agents believe the path to more income is simple: get more leads. But what if the biggest opportunity is sitting inside the leads you already have?In this replay episode of Uncommon Real Estate, Chris Craddock sits down with entrepreneur, tech founder, and REI BlackBook creator Damon Remy to talk about the real reason most agents miss deals—and how better follow-up systems can unlock massive hidden revenue.In This Episode, We CoverWhy most real estate agents lose deals in the follow-upThe stat that changes how you think about lead conversionHow to turn cold or dead leads into new opportunitiesWhy automation and systems are critical for scaling your businessDamon's Vision → Systems → People framework for building companiesThe importance of designing your life before your businessLessons from Damon's journey from hardship to building a successful tech companyHow real estate professionals can make more money without more leadsConnect with DamonFacebook: Damon RemyREI BlackBook: reiblackbook.comHit Chris up: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChrisCraddockBusiness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/craddrock/RESOURCES: 

What does it actually look like to lose weight when you're constantly on the road, entertaining clients, eating at airports, and barely have time to think?In this episode, I sit down with Susan - a 57-year-old executive who travels multiple times a month for work - and she gets real about what life looked like before she joined Inspire Fitness, how long she felt stuck, and what finally changed when she joined the Fat Loss Accelerator.This is not a "I had all the time in the world" story. Susan is busy. She's in hotel gyms, she's at client dinners with wine on the table, she's navigating airport food - and she still made it work. She'll tell you exactly how.We talk about:What her relationship with fitness and food looked like before she startedThe moment she decided a virtual program might actually be the answerHow she navigates travel, client dinners, and airport eating without feeling deprivedWhat shifted first - and what surprised her most about the Fat Loss AcceleratorWhat she tells herself on the hard days when she just doesn't want to show upThe non-scale victory that honestly says it all: she can lift her own suitcase into the overhead bin with easeHer message to every woman who thinks her schedule is just too crazy for this to workIf you're in your 40s or 50s, feeling stuck, and wondering if this is even possible for someone with your life - Susan's episode is your answer.If you are looking to get started with the Inspire Fitness program, this is the perfect time. We are kicking off the 14 Day Strength Reset TODAY! You can join us for just $27. Start here: https://inspirehw.com/14-day-strength-resetJoin us in the Inspire Fitness program: Use the link here: https://inspirehw.com/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fit.nutritionist?igsh=MTJqZXhjODR2ZzduaA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Casey.Young.RD.CPT?mibextid=LQQJ4d

What do kids actually think about being disciplined?In Episode 114 of High Performance Parenting, Greg Francis sits down with daughters Abbie and Elli to discuss their childhood experience growing up in a home with clear expectations and consistent discipline.They share real stories about:Moments they got in trouble growing upThe difference between punishment and loving disciplineWhy parents must establish standards in the homeHow discipline actually restored relationshipsWhy discipline helped build respect for authority and God's WordThis episode kicks off a deeper series exploring how biblical discipline helps raise strong, responsible children in a chaotic world.(00:00) Kids Naturally Test Boundaries(01:30) Why Parents Must Establish Standards(03:10) Funny Childhood Moments Getting in Trouble(05:02) Punishment vs Loving Discipline(07:08) Why Discipline Restores Relationships(09:12) Teaching Respect for Authority(11:04) Consistency in Parenting(13:18) Why Parents Must Lead First(15:20) Preparing for the Discipline Series

Got a question? Let us know!Step Nine: Making AmendsThis week on Made for Mondays, Heather is joined by Doug, Tyler, and Jamey to talk about Step 9 — making direct amends whenever possible. Before diving into the conversation, the group catches up about the weekend and reflects on the Bible Reading Challenge, currently in Deuteronomy and Mark.WHAT THE WHAT???Listener Sarah Beth wrote in with a thoughtful question after reading the Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25). She shared how the passage seems to highlight the difference between outward association with faith and genuine readiness for Christ's return.Her question connects this parable with other passages like Matthew 7:21–23 and James 2:19, asking how we understand the tension between believing in God and actually having a relationship with Jesus.More personally, she shares the heavy burden many Christians feel for loved ones who claim faith but don't seem to pursue a relationship with Christ. The group acknowledges that tension—we can't see anyone's heart, but love naturally makes us care deeply about the spiritual lives of the people around us.SUNDAY DISHThe conversation then turns to Step 9: making amends.Why apologizing feels so hard Doug shares a vulnerable moment about scrolling through old text messages and realizing how many apologies existed in his conversations. It sparked reflection on why apologizing can feel so difficult—even when we know we were wrong. Often the biggest hurdle is moving from feeling bad to actually taking responsibility.The deeper weight of the Prodigal Son story Looking at the Prodigal Son in Luke 15, Doug explains that asking for an inheritance early in that culture wasn't just reckless—it was deeply offensive and relationally damaging. Understanding that helps us see why honest acknowledgment of harm matters before we try to repair relationships.Real repair vs surface apologies Doug shares a quote from John Ortberg: “It's one thing to make repairs on the outside, it's another thing to be repaired on the inside.”Surface apologies often focus on restoring peace quickly, but real repentance allows God to address the deeper patterns that caused the hurt in the first place.A practical framework for making amends Doug introduces the CRAFT framework for approaching difficult conversations:ConversationRecalling the harm honestlyApologizing clearlyForgiveness (asking, not demanding)Taking responsibility through follow-upThe group also highlights an important caution from Step 9: sometimes direct contact could cause further harm, so wisdom and discernment matter.When amends don't lead to reconciliation Even in the Prodigal Son story, the older brother remains angry. That reminds us that sincere apologies don't always bring immediate reconciliation. Healing can take time, and a healthy community makes room for both repentance and wounded people processing their pain.Where to begin For anyone who already knows the name on their Step 9 list but feels anxious or unsure, the first step might simply be preparation—prayer, reflection, humility, and pacing the process wisely.Final ReflectStay Connected Website: https://believerschurch.org/ Bible Reading Plan: https://believerschurch.org/bible-reading-plan/ Believers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/believerschurch.va/ Believers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/believers_church/ Subscribe to The Outlet: https://believerschurch.us13.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=66f00f86238de86688d2480e6&id=729c3f381f