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Hi Cutie! Today I'm resharing an episode that changed my life! Listen to hear the advice that shifted everything in my creative career. Love this episode with Mural Artist, Patrick Ganino! Check it out. Original Description below: Today's guest is Patrick Ganino. He is an artist, author, and social media expert. He  is best known for creating absolutely spectacular murals and paintings for celebs such as Hulk Hogan, Chevy Chase, Rosie O'Donell and many more as well as his own book, ‘The Business of Faux,' and his ability to create and curate online communities.Patrick hustled his way to become a professional artist--from the start, he approached his art as a business and was relentless in his drive to pursue it. He doesn't let perfectionism or overthinking get in the way of creating -he always just goes for it and trusts his instincts. From this conversation you'll learn:What characteristics you need to redefine your relationship with fearHow to bust through a creative block The power of rest in the creative projectWhy Delegating is a powerful tool as a creative What the benefits are to creating quickly and living by the moto “less think, more do”How to find ways to build up your personal business and start from the ground upThe most effective To-Do list, EVER!How to figure out ANYTHINGHow to move past creative blocksThe power of taking a break from your creativity How to self-promote authenticallyHow set a price for your business and work & WHEN to get paidWhy it's important to be a light in the roomAdvice for people who haven't made money from their passion YET Why I believe in going where you're not expected creatively 

You know what happens right before you do something new — have a conversation you've never had before, make an offer, raise your price, put something out into the world. Before the thing has even happened, your brain gets to work playing out every version of how it could go: what if they say no, what if they have an objection, what if no one signs up, what if it doesn't go the way I planned.And it feels productive — like if you could just think through every scenario in advance, you'd walk in prepared for anything. But that's not preparation. That's the what-ifs — and they're one of the sneakiest ways we hold ourselves back from actually doing the thing.In this episode I'm getting into why we spiral like this anytime we're about to do something that feels new, risky, high-stakes, or vulnerable. As human beings, we want to KNOW — we want to know how it's going to go, we want to be in control of every step, and we've decided that success means things going exactly according to plan... which is just not possible.This came up recently with my clients inside the Passionate & Prosperous Academy around sales calls — what if they say no to the price, what if they ask for the number before I've even had the real conversation — and it's the same thing that shows up at every phase and stage of business and life, no matter how experienced you are.What I get into is the difference between the what-ifs you can actually build a contingency plan for and the ones you simply cannot know the answer to until they're happening — and why spending your time and energy trying to figure it all out in advance is so often just a way of avoiding taking the action.Because the real skill was never having a script for every scenario. It's being anchored in WHY you've made the choices you've made — why you built the offer, why you priced it the way you did, why you do things the way you do — and trusting your skills and your foundation enough to assess, decide, and respond in real time. So much of what we learn in our businesses and our lives comes from DOING the thing — and then going, okay, that happened, here's how I dealt with it, and now I know.In this episode, we're talking about:The what-ifs that show up anytime you're about to do something new, risky, or vulnerable — and why they come up at every phase and stage of business and lifeWhy we want so badly to know the outcome in advance and control every step — and why "success = going according to plan" sets us upThe difference between a what-if you can build a contingency plan for and one you can't know until it's actually happeningWhy spending time and energy trying to account for everything in advance is often just a way of avoiding taking actionWhat it means to be anchored in WHY you've made the choices you've made — so you can respond in real time instead of needing a scriptWhy so much of what we learn in business and life only comes from doing the thing — and the question to ask when it doesn't go as planned: okay, so now what?You were never going to be able to plan for all of it — and this episode is about trusting yourself enough to stop trying.Summer Business School: https://www.staceybrassrussell.com/summer-biz-schoolPassionate & Prosperous LIVE!: https://www.staceybrassrussell.com/passionate-prosperous-live-2026Book a call with Stacey: https://my.timetrade.com/book/DFGVN

Some weeks, showing up feels impossible.Not because you've quit.Not because you don't care.You're just... tired.In this unplanned and completely unscripted solo episode, I talk through something I've been wrestling with myself. What do you do when you're mentally, emotionally, and physically exhausted, but your dreams are still waiting on you?This isn't an episode where I pretend to have all the answers. It's a conversation about trying to move forward when motivation is gone, perfection isn't happening, and "doing your best" looks different than it did a few months ago.I share why I believe progress still counts, even if all you have in you is one small step.If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like life has quietly passed you by while you've been trying to survive, this one's for you.In This EpisodeWhy being tired isn't the same as giving upHow perfection keeps us from showing upThe power of making your goals impossible to ignoreWhy regulating your nervous system matters more than pushing harderHow the people around you can either fuel your dreams or slowly talk you out of themWhat "1% better" really looks like when you're running on emptyDAMN ChallengeThis week, don't try to change your entire life.Just pay attention.Notice where your mind naturally goes.Notice how your body responds to stress.Notice whether the people around you push you toward your dreams or pull you away from them.Then ask yourself one simple question:What's one small thing I can do today to move my life forward?No heroics.Just one step.If This Episode HelpedIf this conversation resonated with you, I'd love to hear from you. Send me a DM, leave a comment, or share this episode with someone who's been carrying more than they've been saying.And if you're enjoying the show, subscribing and leaving a review is one of the best ways to help more people discover It's About DAMN Time.

In this episode of Million Dollar Flip Flops, Rodric sits down with Meggi Rombach for a powerful conversation about midlife pivots, self-reflection, courage, and what it means to stop following the old success script.Meggi shares how her own burnout, health challenge, and career transition led her to help people in midlife redefine their next chapter in a way that feels more aligned with who they really are. Rather than seeing past choices as “wrong,” Meggi offers a more compassionate perspective: maybe that mountain was right for one season, but now it is time to choose a new direction.The conversation explores mindful rebellion, intrapreneurship, speaking up at work, breaking old patterns, and learning how to prototype a new life before making a major leap.In This Episode, You'll LearnWhy the “old success script” stops working for many people in midlifeHow to know when it is time for a new chapterWhy self-reflection is the first step toward changeHow to identify the patterns you keep bringing into new situationsWhy speaking up benefits both employees and leadersWhat “mindful rebellion” really meansHow lifestyle prototyping can help you test your next moveWhy negotiating your way toward your ikigai can open new doorsHighlights & Timestamps[00:00] Why speaking up mattersMeggi explains how people speaking up creates more innovation, engagement, and retention.[01:00] Meet Meggi RombachMeggi shares how she helps people in midlife break away from the old success script and define a more aligned next chapter.[02:00] Right mountain, new seasonRodric and Meggi discuss whether people climb the wrong mountain—or whether the mountain was simply right for a previous phase of life.[03:00] Start with honest self-reflectionMeggi explains why change begins with looking honestly at where you are and whether you still enjoy the path you are on.[04:00] Patterns follow youMeggi shares why people must examine how they show up, or they will carry the same patterns into the next job, relationship, or chapter.[05:00] Fear of speaking upThe conversation turns to why people stay quiet at work and how to share opinions without entitlement.[06:00] Burnout and the turning pointMeggi shares how a major health challenge and burnout forced her to stop, heal, and rethink what came next.[07:00] Mindfulness at workShe explains why mindfulness is not just fluffy meditation—it can improve stress, focus, and efficiency.[08:00] Rebel talentMeggi discusses the research behind rebel talent and why organizations benefit when people challenge the status quo.[09:00] Intrapreneurship and challenging old systemsRodric and Meggi talk about entrepreneurial thinking inside organizations and why many people are afraid to risk their seat.[11:00] Lifestyle prototypingMeggi explains how to test a new direction through side projects, volunteer work, or small experiments before making a major leap.[12:00] Transferable skillsShe shares why people are never truly starting from zero and how existing skills can carry into a new career or business.[13:00] Coaching and portfolio careersMeggi shares her vision for combining coaching with fractional corporate work to create systemic impact.[14:00] Where to find MeggiMeggi shares her podcast, LinkedIn presence, and reflection assessment tool.[15:00] Teleportation and the next guest questionMeggi leaves the next guest a fun question: if teleportation were possible, where would they go and why?[15:30] The lesson of 2025Meggi answers Cindy Baker's question and shares her biggest lesson: negotiate your way into your ikigai.[16:00] Embrace mindful rebellionMeggi closes by encouraging listeners to challenge the status quo, ask uncomfortable questions, and do it with intention.Notable Quotes“If people dare to speak up, to show up, to speak their mind, actually everybody wins.” – Meggi Rombach“I want my people to speak up. I want them to rebel a bit against me because that's when the real good stuff happens.” – Meggi Rombach“It starts with self-reflection.” – Meggi Rombach“Trust your North Star.” – Meggi Rombach“You can say anything as long as you say it politely and without a sense of entitlement.” – Meggi Rombach“Negotiate your way into your ikigai.” – Meggi RombachConnect with Meggi Rombach

For years, every time another relationship ended, I asked the same question: what is wrong with me? Why does everyone else get the ring while I get another "it's not you, it's me" text? I figured the answer was out there somewhere, in the right man, the right timing, the right effort. Then I lost my mom, and in the middle of the hardest season of my life, the question changed on its own. Not what's wrong with me, but who am I without her? That's the season that taught me self-love isn't something you do while you wait for the relationship. It IS the relationship.IN THIS EPISODE:Why "what's wrong with me" is the wrong question if you're stuck in your single season and ready to give upThe fear I felt every time I had to tell a man I wanted marriage, and why it pushed good ones away before they had a real chanceHow grief turned my search for love into a search for myself, and why that changed everythingThe 3-part self-love audit: what you're feeding yourself, what you believe about love, and whether you actually see how amazing you areTIMESTAMPS:00:00 Single Season Struggle01:22 Dating Streets Reality02:47 Media Shapes Beliefs04:50 Loss And Self Discovery06:36 Called Up Not Out07:40 Three Part Self Audit13:11 Nothing Wrong With You15:56 Invitation To Wholeness16:54 Final EncouragementGET YOUR JOURNAL PROMPTSFriend, if you've been swirling in your single season way too long for your taste and you're high-key ready to give up, but you know after the next break you'll be right back on the dating scene hoping for different results, grab the Main Character Energy Journal Prompts

In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Monro sits down with John Lees career strategist, coach, and author to unpack the real work behind a successful CFO transition.John shares why your first 100 days actually begin long before day one, how to balance appearing confident with genuine curiosity, and the art of "checking in" with peers, stakeholders, and even the person on the security desk. He also digs into the people dynamics that make or break a new role: spotting enablers, navigating blockers, understanding personality at the top, and building trust across the C-suite fast.In this episode, you'll learn:The three biggest mistakes new CFOs make in their first 90 daysHow to practise "informed curiosity" to build credibility from day oneWhy due diligence on culture and people matters more than technical skillsHow to navigate difficult early conversations when the numbers don't add upThe check-in framework for 30, 60, and 90 days and why it mattersLinks mentioned in this episode John's Linkedin Learn more about John Lee's Associates John's Book "Get Ahead in Your New Job"Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here.Subscribe to our Podcast!

The MLB owner proposal to restructure the draft — including eliminating the high school portion and shrinking the minor leagues — landed last week. The reaction across the baseball internet was the usual reflexive "negative." This episode is the case for the other side, and it lands on a thesis BSGB has been building toward for two years: college baseball's player development resources are underrated, and the loudest criticisms don't hold up against the data.Trevor and Dan walk the proposal piece by piece, then spend the back half breaking down why college dev is the better environment for almost every prospect not named Konnor Griffin.The thesis arc:Cost-saving for cost-saving's sake (capped bonus pools, eliminated rounds) gets a flagCutting minor league teams to reinvest in the ones that remain gets a thumbs-upThe high school draft elimination is the heart of the conversationThe "college coaches don't care about development" take gets dismantledThe "minor leagues are safer because of pitch counts" take gets dismantledThe actual proof: Skenes, Lowder, Chase Burns, Nick Kurtz — each one built inside a college programThe injury prevention edge: programs running NewtForce mounds with integrated biomechanics flag the risk before the pitcher feels it (vs. a road-trip start in low-A with no data infrastructure)The trickle-up reality: spin metrics, high-ride fastballs, every "new" thing the MLB broadcasters discover — college was running it two years earlierThe coach reality: Wes Johnson, Matt Hobbs, Dan Heefner are at college programs because that's where the development happens, the resources are, and the pay matchesWhy people get this wrong:Survivorship bias. The Konnor Griffin and Jackson Holiday cases are real — they're also unicorns. The kids most baseball fans never name — Riley Pint, Lonnie White, the Guardians' "million-dollar outfield" — got drafted out of high school for seven figures and never sniffed the big leagues. Two years of high-level college baseball would have given them a shot at maturity, an education, a fallback, and a more developmental environment than the bus to Jackson, Mississippi.Why college player dev is actually better:Tech parity (or surplus) vs. an MLB org's minor-league systemTop coaches making more in college than they would as pro pitching coordinatorsIntegrated biomech + ground-force + bullpen data layers inside the buildingCoach access (Matt Hobbs, Dan Heifner, Wes Johnson) for direct daily repsEducation + maturity layer that no minor league system can replicateWhy this matters:The MLB owner proposal is a starting point, not a contract. But the premise that college baseball can absorb more of the development pipeline — especially with NIL paying these kids real money to stay — is on extremely solid ground. The case Trevor and Dan lay out here is the cleanest defense of college player development BSGB has done on the pod.00:00 Intro · Take Two (Wi-Fi-Loss Edition) 01:30 The Gym Streak + Sunday Move Day 09:30 The MLB Draft Restructuring Proposal 10:30 What's Good · Reinvesting in the Minors 13:30 What's Bad · Capping Free-Agent Bonus Pools 16:00 The High School Draft Conversation 19:30 Survivorship Bias · Riley Pint, Million-Dollar Outfield 23:00 College Player Development, Underrated 27:30 The Tech Offsets the Pitch Count 30:30 Skenes, Lowder, Burns, Kurtz · The Proof 35:00 Player Dev Trickles UP, Not Down 38:00 Injury Prevention Tech in College 41:00 The Coaching Reality · Wes, Hobbs, Heefner 45:00 Why Pro Coordinators Get Paid Less Than College Assistants 48:30 Recruiting + Roster Spots · The Transfer Pushback 53:00 The Education Layer + NIL 56:30 The International Draft Conversation 1:00:00 What People Get Wrong About College Baseball 1:04:00 Closing · The Game Wins If This Goes Through

In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, I'm joined by author Ann Tashi Slater for a beautiful conversation about bardo, a Tibetan Buddhist concept often translated as an “in-between state.”Ann is the author of Traveling in Bardo, a book about how we move through uncertainty, change, transition, loss, illness, identity shifts, and all the spaces where life no longer looks the way it once did — but the next chapter has not fully arrived.And isn't that so much of midlife?Our bodies change. Our roles change. Our relationships change. Our children grow. Our identities shift. The world around us can feel uncertain and unstable. So often, we want to rush through the discomfort and get to the place where everything finally feels settled.But what if the in-between is not something to escape?What if it is actually a sacred place of possibility, insight, and transformation?In this conversation, Ann and I explore how bardo can help us understand the human experience of impermanence, why our resistance to change often creates more suffering than the change itself, and how we can begin to meet the uncertainty of life with more presence, compassion, and inner steadiness.We also talk about the connection between Tibetan Buddhist wisdom and yoga philosophy, especially around acceptance, karma, action, alignment, and the importance of living in a way that reflects what truly matters to us.This episode is for you if you are in a season of transition, questioning what comes next, grieving a life that no longer exists, or learning how to stop fighting reality and begin listening for the wisdom that can only arrive in the quiet.In This Episode, We Talk AboutWhat bardo means in Tibetan Buddhism and how it applies to everyday lifeWhy midlife can feel like a powerful “in-between” stateHow resistance to change increases sufferingWhy acceptance is not the same as giving upThe relationship between karma, action, and personal agencyHow our thoughts, words, and actions shape the experience of our livesWhy distraction keeps us from seeing clearlyHow to align your time and energy with what matters mostThe importance of listening to your true self beneath conditioning, people-pleasing, and old rolesWhy mortality can help us live with more clarity, courage, and intentionThe possibility hidden inside both voluntary and involuntary transitionsAnn Tashi Slater has written for The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Paris Review, and many others. In her Darjeeling Journal column for Catapult, she writes about her Tibetan family history and bardo, and she blogged for HuffPost on similar topics. She presents and teaches workshops at Princeton, Columbia, Oxford, Asia Society, and The American University of Paris, among others. Her new book, Traveling in Bardo: The Art of Living in an Impermanent World (Balance/Hachette), has been named a Next Big Idea Club “Must-Read.” Learn more at anntashislater.com.SOCIAL MEDIA:https://www.facebook.com/ann.tashi.slaterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-tashi-slater-977b21b/https://x.com/anntashislaterhttps://www.instagram.com/anntashislater/If this conversation resonated with you, I would love to invite you to continue the journey with me on Substack, where I share reflections, practices, and resources for midlife women who are seeking peace, clarity, purpose, and a way back home to themselves.And if you are in your own in-between season and would like support reconnecting with yourself and creating a more aligned life, you can visit my website or book a discovery call using the links in the show notes.About Katie FarinasKatie Farinas is a midlife coach, yoga teacher, and spiritual guide who helps women navigate midlife with clarity, peace, purpose, and empowerment. Through yoga philosophy, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, and energy-based practices, Katie supports women in reconnecting with themselves and stepping fully into their most aligned and authentic lives.✨ Ways To Go Deeper:If you're ready to feel less overwhelmed and more connected to your body, needs, and inner voice, explore my 4-week private coaching experience for midlife women: Reconnect With Your Body and Yourself. Learn more here.Record your question here and I will answer it on the show!! https://www.speakpipe.com/KatieFarinasJoin the Monthly SatsangVisit Katie's websiteJoin the newsletter for soulful insights and to receive weekly practicesRead and watch on SubstackBook a reflective Insight Seat to come on the show and receive live coachingSchedule a Clarity Call to see if my coaching is right for you.

Hillary Dater came to a BEST LIFE Retreat a few years ago -- not because she was in crisis, but because her work brought her there. She had what looked like everything: a dream job in the nonprofit sector, family, community, a life that rang all the bells.And still, something wasn't quite right. She just hadn't stopped long enough to notice.What followed the retreat was a series of genuinely bold moves: a move to the mountains, leaving a career she'd spent decades building to pursue something that actually lit her up, a fly fishing trip to Argentina with her son -- her first international travel in thirty years -- and a year spent intentionally, deliberately, scheduling fun back into her life.In this conversation, Hillary and Laurie talk about what it actually looks like to stop living on the sidelines of your own life...even when the life you're living is already pretty good. They talk about joy as something that has to be practiced, not assumed. About asking for help as a skill. About the moment Hillary's father, in hospice, looked at her and said: "I've got all the time. I've got the money to do anything I want. And I don't have my health. Don't make that mistake."This episode is proof that you don't have to be in crisis to deserve change. You just have to decide the life on the other side of the investment is worth more than the comfort of staying put.What we coverHow Hillary came to the BEST LIFE Retreat for work -- not because anything was wrong in her life -- and what happened after she leftThe light fixture epiphany: the moment she realized she couldn't answer the question "what do you like?" and what that revealed about how far she'd drifted from herselfWhy being in a room of women you barely know can be more liberating than being with your closest friendsThe "scared-cited" feeling: what happens when you share a bold idea with the wrong people first...and what happens when you share it with the right onesHow Hillary's dad's final words from hospice changed everything: "I've got all the time and the money, and I don't have my health. Don't make that mistake."The Hardy reel, the screaming line, the fish she stopped counting, and the moment she realized she hadn't known what fun felt like in decadesMoving to the mountains: the guilt, the fear, the grief...and what she found on the other side (her daughter making her breakfast in pajamas)Argentina: fly fishing with her son, thirty years without international travel, and what happens when you know the what and trust the universe with the howThe year she color-coded her calendar to schedule fun — and how 2026 became the year fun stopped being scheduled and started being just who she isAsking for help as a skill: how fly fishing taught her to say "I don't know this, but I want to"...and trust that willing teachers would show upThe belief she'd been carrying that she was difficult and unpleasant to be around — and what the retreat helped her see insteadWhat it means to leave a legacy while you're still here — and why watching mom live her best life is one of the greatest gifts she can give her childrenThe long arm quilting machine, the 55th birthday sand dunes, the riding lawnmower coveralls...and what it means to finally say yes to yourselfQuotable moments"I'm in a great place. I was in a great place, but I'm in an even better place now — and I feel more authentically myself than I ever have in my entire life.""When you're all there for the same purpose, even if everyone's path is different — it just becomes a game changer.""When you've got a dream and you're aligned with it and you're leaning into it, the path opens up for you.""I just had to get really comfortable with being bad, asking a lot of questions, asking for help...none of those things are like me.""I've got all the time. I've got the money to do anything I want. And I don't have my health. Don't make that mistake." — Hillary's father, from hospice"This is fun. This is what fun feels like." — the moment on the river that changed everything"The idea of not taking the risk and always wondering, if I had just let my life pass me by, if I had just remained sitting on the sidelines...that was way more scary than the idea of doing it.""Don't let life put you back on your heels. Lean into it." — Hillary's grandfather"Get in the game. It's never too late to make a change. It's never too late to be your authentic self.""Every time that I've leaned into something, even if it felt a little scary or overly indulgent, the reward and the return on that investment has just paid off in spades.""Every time I see you, I'm living my best life — and I have you to thank for it."Resources + links mentionedDie With Zero by Bill Perkins — referenced in conversationThe BEST LIFE Retreat Book a 15-minute call with LaurieIf this episode moved you, share it with the woman in your life who has a pretty good life — and deserves to know it can be even better. Subscribe, leave a five-star review, and know that Laurie reads every single one.

What if your next breakthrough on the golf course isn't happening during your round—but after it?In this episode, I'm sharing an excerpt from a live coaching session inside Your Mental Caddie where we talk about one of the most overlooked skills in golf: learning from your rounds instead of simply reacting to them.Most golfers either celebrate a good round or try to forget a bad one. But both approaches leave valuable lessons behind.I'll walk you through the three simple questions I encourage every golfer to ask after a round so you can build your mental toolkit, strengthen your confidence, and create solutions that actually help you perform better the next time you tee it up.You'll learn:Why identifying what went well is critical for confidenceHow to evaluate mistakes without beating yourself upThe mental patterns that keep showing up in your gameHow to create your own solutions instead of feeling at the mercy of golfA simple process for turning every round into a learning opportunityRemember: every round gives you data. The golfers who improve fastest are the ones who know how to use it.If you're ready to build a stronger mental game one round at a time, this episode is for you. ⛳️Get the Master Your Golf Brain System powered by My Mental Caddy™️ appReceive free weekly mental golf tips HEREHow many shots is your mental golf costing you? Take the quiz here: quiz.mymentalcaddy.comContinue your mental journey at Your Mental Caddy HEREMastering Your Golf Brain - A Guide to Self-CoachingMastering Your Golf Brain - The WorkbookMental Golf Journal - A Range for Your BrainAre all available at KathyHartWood.com/bookPrivate coaching starts with a Free Discovery Call here: Email Kathy at Kathy@KathyHartWood.comWebsite: KathyHartWood.com

Google just announced the biggest change to search in its history — and not everyone is happy. At Google I/O, the search bar became a search box, signaling a full shift toward conversational, Gemini-powered search. The market is already reacting: DuckDuckGo rocketed from around position 400 to the top 100 in the app stores almost overnight, right around the May 20–21 launch. Mike Ryan and Chris unpack what a privacy-and-no-AI search wrapper suddenly surging tells us about consumer appetite — and why the relentless pace of change is exhausting retailers and experts alike.Then: fresh eMarketer data puts the AI advertising hype into much-needed context. AI ad spend in the US sits around $32B in 2026 (roughly a third of Google's search spend), but ~80% of it is just AI-search-adjacent — ads above and below AI Overviews. The chatbot-driven slice everyone is panicking about? Tiny. We dig into why OpenAI's $100B ad ambition looks unrealistic, what the 2030 projections actually say, and why the real takeaway for CMOs and CDOs is: prepare, but don't abandon your bread and butter.The throughline: everything is changing, and everything is staying the same. With limited budget and talent, the retailers who win are the ones who resist FOMO, pick their battles, and keep investing in the core campaigns that still drive the business.In this episode:Why Google's “bar to box” change is its biggest search shift ever — and what it implies about how Google wants you to searchDuckDuckGo's surge from ~position 400 to top 100: a clear sign some consumers find the new box too muchWhy the pace of change may now be too fast even for Google itselfAI Max for Shopping vs. PMax — the strategic misalignment Google may not even seeWhy standard shopping is here to stay (and the comeback we called early)The new eMarketer data: ~$32B AI ad spend in 2026, ~80% of it AI-search-adjacentWhy OpenAI's $100B ad goal and the 2030 chatbot-ad market projections don't line upThe real CMO/CDO playbook: prepare efficiently, beat the FOMO, protect your bread and butterAbout Smarter Ecommerce (smec):Smarter Ecommerce (smec) empowers e-commerce brands with AI-driven PPC automation that optimizes for profit and business outcomes while maintaining strategic control.The platform activates first-party data - profit margins, customer lifetime value, and key business metrics - to automate campaign optimization toward goals like profitability and efficient growth, while detailed campaign insights provide full transparency and enable PPC teams to focus on strategic oversight rather than manual execution.As a Google Premier Partner and three-time Microsoft Retail Partner of the Year, smec manages over €500 million in ad spend and drives €5B+ in annual e-commerce revenue for 350+ global retail clients including THG, Snipes, REWE, and Intersport.Make sure to follow smec - Smarter Ecommerce for more performance marketing insights:smec - Smarter Ecommerce: https://www.smarter-ecommerce.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/smarter-ecommerce-gmbhNewsletter: https://smarter-ecommerce.com/en/newsletter/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarterecommerce/

What if the answers to some of your biggest leadership challenges are already sitting inside your team, but nobody is saying them out loud?In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Wetzler, founder of Ask Approach, co-founder of Transcend, former Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America, and author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life.The reality is that the people around us know things we don't. They have ideas, perspectives, concerns, and feedback that could help us make better decisions, avoid mistakes, and navigate challenges more effectively. Yet so often those insights never get shared.Jeff has spent decades helping leaders understand why this happens and, more importantly, what we can do about it. In this conversation, we explore why people hold back what they're really thinking, how authority changes conversations, and the practical habits leaders can develop to hear more of what matters.We also dive into curiosity, listening, psychological safety, feedback, and what Jeff calls "the unspokens" that exist in every team and organisation.In this episode, we cover:Why people hold back feedback, concerns, ideas, and perspectives from leadersThe hidden cost of the "unspokens" inside teams and organisationsHow power and authority make it harder for leaders to hear the truthThe four things leaders are least likely to hear from their peopleJeff's ASK Approach and the five practices that unlock collective intelligenceWhy curiosity is a choice, not a personality traitHow to create environments that feel safe enough for people to speak upThe difference between quality questions and the questions that shut down learningWhy most leaders think they're better listeners than they actually areHow to encourage more honest feedback, especially as you become more seniorThe role AI can play in helping leaders become more curious, reflective, and effectiveMany of the answers we are looking for already exist somewhere in the organisation. The challenge is that people don't always tell us what they know, what they're worried about, or what they're seeing.My favourite part was Jeff's perspective on curiosity. We often think of curiosity as something you either have or you don't. Jeff challenges that idea and offers a much more practical way of thinking about it.I also found myself reflecting on how easy it is, particularly when we're busy or under pressure, to move too quickly into problem-solving mode. Sometimes the most valuable thing we can do as leaders is pause long enough to ask another question.If you're leading a team and want to hear more of what people are really thinking, I think you'll get a lot from this conversation.

Tyson sits down with Ryan Webber to unpack the custom “YouTube research skill” he built in Claude that has transformed his law firm's YouTube channel. Ryan shares how he took fifteen thousand dollars' worth of training from top YouTube strategists plus six years of experience, loaded it into Claude, and created a skill that now does the research those strategists used to do for him.You will learn:Why YouTube is a click‑first platform and why titles, topics, and thumbnails are eighty percent of successHow Ryan's skill scans niche and adjacent channels, pulls outlier videos, and turns them into ten prioritized title and thumbnail ideas with data to back them upThe shift from “YouTube for local clients only” to broader topics that took their channel to one hundred thousand subscribers and over one million views per monthHow Tiffany records just two hours a month, uses teleprompter scripts built in Claude, and still generates 1.5 million monthly viewsHow they turned seventy‑eight hundred dollars in monthly AdSense into roughly seventy thousand dollars in revenue by reinvesting into high‑ROI ads and funnelsRyan breaks down exactly how he uses cowork to trigger the skill, how it checks oneof10.com trackers and YouTube analytics, and why he now invests about eighty percent of his effort into research, titles, and thumbnails before ever worrying about video polish. He also shares what still requires a human touch, from injecting real client stories into scripts to tailoring the skill to each individual channel and its goals.If you are a law firm owner who wants YouTube to both bring in five to fifteen calls a week and build a much larger audience, Ryan's approach shows you how to stop guessing and start using AI to make smarter marketing decisions.Highlights0:00 – Why Tyson twisted Ryan's arm to share his YouTube skill0:26 – Turning $15K of strategist training into a Claude skill1:16 – How the skill researches channels, topics, and outlier videos4:10 – Hitting 100K subscribers and shifting the YouTube strategy6:02 – Why titles, topics, and thumbnails are 80% of success6:56 – Using AI to script videos that still sound like the lawyer8:20 – 1.5M views a month and $7,800 in AdSense9:48 – Turning YouTube into “free” local advertising10:28 – What it would take to offer this skill to other law firms11:22 – How much money Ryan is saving on strategists nowIf this episode helps you think differently about YouTube, hit subscribe for more practical conversations on building a business‑driving law firm channel, and share this with another lawyer who is tired of guessing on titles and thumbnails.

What responsibility do we have to the next generation entering the trade?In this special episode, Ryan shares a live recording from the Perspectives Panel at the 2026 Infrastructure Safety Symposium (ISS), where he moderated a discussion on one of the industry's most important challenges: generational knowledge transfer.Featuring two father-son duos from the utility industry, the panel brings together leaders, journeymen, and apprentices to explore how experience, leadership, and safety knowledge can be passed down as skilled workers retire and younger crews step into larger roles earlier in their careers.Carey Kostyk, President of Valard Construction, joins his son Pat Kostyk, Journeyman Lineman at Valard Construction, alongside Jeff Ziemba, Manager of Contractor Safety at Pepco Holdings Inc., and his son Jeffrey Ziemba, 4th Year Apprentice Lineman at Delmarva Power.Together, they discuss the realities of entering the trade, the importance of mentorship, why communication and trust matter, and how organizations can help bridge the experience gap while building a safer future for the next generation of lineworkers.Whether you're an apprentice, journeyman, supervisor, contractor, or industry leader, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on developing future leaders and ensuring critical lessons aren't lost as the trade evolves.Topics covered:Generational knowledge transferBridging the experience gapMentorship and workforce developmentLeadership at every levelSafety culture and communicationCreating environments where people can speak upThe changing role of apprentices and journeymenRetaining and transferring institutional knowledgeDeveloping the next generation of lineworkersBuilding a safer future for the trade✌️SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE ✌️

If you've been showing up online and not seeing the results you were hoping for, there's a good chance one of these five mistakes is part of the reason why.In this episode, I'm walking through the most common things I see businesses do when they first get into marketing — patterns that come up with my clients, at networking events, and in conversations I have on a regular basis. None of these are about working harder. Most of the time it's about shifting the approach.What You'll Learn:Why trying to be on every platform at once tends to slow your growth down rather than speed it upThe difference between a content creator and a marketer — and why it matters when you're deciding who to hireWhy entertaining content and purely educational content can both work against you if that's all you're creatingWhy creating content week to week keeps you reactive instead of strategic — and what to do insteadWork With KLC The Studio: If you recognized yourself anywhere in this episode, that's exactly what our first call is for. Head to klcthestudio.com to book a call and let's talk through it.

In this episode, we explore the powerful practice of letting go of the need to control others and trusting that each person is on their own unique journey.Through personal stories, spiritual insights, chakra work, and guided affirmations, we discuss how our desire to protect, guide, or change those we love can sometimes leave us feeling exhausted, frustrated, and disconnected from ourselves. When we learn to let others make their own choices, we create space for greater peace, compassion, and freedom, both for them and for us.This episode is a reminder that while we cannot choose another person's path, we can choose how we respond, how we grow, and how we honour our own journey.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy the desire to control often comes from a place of loveHow letting others make their own choices can be deeply freeingThe connection between self expression and the throat chakraWhy fear of confrontation can keep us stuckHow childhood experiences influence our ability to speak upThe importance of allowing others to have different opinions and beliefsThe role of grounding, gratitude, and connection with nature in healingHow to trust yourself even when you don't have all the answers

In this episode of Keeping Abreast Dr. Jenn Simmons sits down with keynote speaker, author, and 2025 Dynamic Woman of the Year Erika Rothenberger for a conversation about what happens when life forces you to stop playing small. Erika had a day in 2022 that changed everything. What she did on the other side of it is what this conversation is about. Dr. Jenn and Erika get into the trauma we avoid, the life we keep deferring, and why the hardest moments tend to be the most clarifying ones. If you have ever survived something hard and wondered what you are supposed to do with it, this episode will give you your answer.In this episode, you'll learn:What Erika survived in 2022 and why she considers it the greatest turning point of her lifeWhy playing it safe is the most dangerous thing a woman can doWhy Dr. Jenn believes a breast cancer diagnosis can be an opportunity and what that actually looks like in practiceThe real reason most women never go after the life they want and why it has nothing to do with time, money, or circumstancesWhy the trauma you have been avoiding is not behind you. It is driving you.A simple daily method that takes 36 minutes and rebuilds your entire mindset from the ground upThe science behind why the people you surround yourself with are either quietly lifting you or quietly costing youThe gap in Pennsylvania law that leaves women unprotected and the legislation Erika is fighting to changeWhy the most powerful thing a woman can do for her health right now has nothing to do with her bodyEpisode Timeline01:07 Introducing Erika Rothenberger03:09 Energy, seasons, and the permission to give 60%06:56 Erika's story and the morning that changed everything12:41 Playing small vs. playing large16:36 Fear, inertia, and the life you keep putting off19:45 Writing the book and going public with her story27:32 Why healing is a choice you make every day32:27 How to protect your time and fuel yourself first35:35 Why no is a complete sentence38:01 Finding the good in every setback40:02 Why a breast cancer diagnosis can be its own kind of punch43:00 Why your circle determines your ceiling45:22 What Erika took away from watching Mel Robbins50:57 The Audacious Summit, October 202552:45 Money, legacy, and what you are building59:22 Finding your thing and going after it1:05:44 Where to find Erika and closing thoughtsWhere to Find Find Erika Rothenberger:Website: erikarothenberger.comInstagram: @erikalearothenbergerBook: Audacious ExpansionTo talk to a member of Dr. Jenn's team and learn more about working privately with Dr. Jenn visit: https://calendly.com/stephanie-1031/clarity-callTo get your copy of Dr. Jenn's book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuideTo purchase the auria breast cancer screening test go here https://auria.care/ and use the code DRJENN20 for 20% Off.Connect with Dr. Jenn:Website: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons

This is the first of three episodes diving deeper into resilience. Last week I explored how resilience can look like different things - this week, I'm focusing on one of the three key areas: the Self-Care Bank.It's a metaphor that's generated so much interest, and today I'm unpacking what it really means - and why what gets labelled as 'lack of resilience' is often actually lack of resources.You'll hear:Why depletion isn't a sign of weak resilience - it's a sign of low reservesHow self-awareness with self-compassion helps us notice when our bank is running low (before crisis hits)The difference between firm boundaries (that we sometimes need) and the reality of the soft, malleable boundaries we often actually live withWhy rest and pausing are themselves forms of boundary-settingHow 'staying authentic' is part of keeping your reserves topped upThe corporate culture that values decisiveness over reflection - and what it costsWhy borrowing from your future self in crisis is human and necessary (and why we need time to rebuild after)I also talk about Compassionate Resilience - from my book The Heart of Change - and why that reframe matters.Next week: a special guest episode with Adam Lind - author of Floating Home - exploring masking as a form of resilience.Settle in and see where the episode takes you. ★ Support this podcast ★

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

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.

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.

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

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

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 

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.

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