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Episode Highlights With CarolineHer story with minerals and fertility and what she learned the tough wayThe long road to having her two kids and how her health suffered afterWhat makes fulvic and humic minerals different and why her job is to make these famous Why she considers these compounds the celebrities of mineral replenishmentA new way of thinking about the body and fuel Minerals are the fuel that's translated into energy in the body and the real consequences of being low in minerals What humic and fulvic actually are and the way that the earth stores energy for future use What changed for her when she replenished minerals at a cellular level The symptoms that can be connected to low minerals that you may not realize How mineral depletion relates to hormones, hair loss, fatigue, blood sugar and moreThe voltage first understanding of the body's energy We're meant to generate enough energy to run a light bulb and many of us aren't! How chronic issues are often connected to mineral depletion What plant-based minerals are and what makes them different The difference between fulvic and humic and why we need bothHumic (dark): microboost- nature's janitor. Fulvic- (clear): electrolyze (natures hydration)How to introduce these minerals the right way to support the bodyResources MentionedBEAM MineralsThe Mineral Reset book by Caroline AlanLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.BONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama
As another week comes to a close, it's easy to jump straight into the next thing on your list. More goals. More responsibilities. More notifications. More reasons to stay connected.But sometimes what we need most isn't another podcast, another book, or another piece of advice.Sometimes we simply need to slow down.In this episode, I encourage you to use the weekend as an opportunity to reflect on where you've been, appreciate the progress you've made, and spend time being present instead of constantly consuming more information.Reflection isn't about judging yourself. It's about creating enough space to notice what's working, recognize what you've learned, and head into next week with greater clarity.Your goals will still be there.Your responsibilities will still be there.Just don't forget to make room for your life while you're building it.In this episode:Why slowing down is productive in its own wayThe value of reflecting before moving on to the next goalHow constant connection can keep us from being presentWhy weekends are an opportunity to reset, not just catch upThe importance of making time to decompressHow reflection creates clarity for the week aheadA reminder that life is happening while you're working toward your goalsIf you're always looking ahead, this episode is your reminder to appreciate where you are today.If you want to go deeper on what we talk about on the Almost Daily Podcast, sign up for the Journal Prompt emails at yourlevelfitness.com/emailIf you'd like to continue the conversation about building a calmer, more intentional life, join the live streams at yourlevelfitness.com/stream
What if the greatest high you'll ever experience isn't a drug, a drink, a relationship, or success—but becoming the person God created you to be?In this episode of Road to Victory, I talk about replacing temporary highs with a meaningful life. We discuss staying true to yourself in a world that constantly asks you to become someone else, finding peace through purpose, and believing that every setback is preparation for another opportunity.We discuss:Why your life should become your natural highThe danger of chasing temporary feelings instead of lasting peaceStaying true to yourself even when your job or circumstances changeWhy your identity is bigger than your occupationLearning to trust God's timing when life doesn't go your wayThe power of saying, “If I don't make it this time, I'll make it the next time.”Holding on to hope when you're still trying to find your placeEncouraging yourself and others with faith instead of fearSometimes the breakthrough isn't getting everything you want. Sometimes it's realizing you've become someone strong enough to handle whatever comes next.God loves you.Hang in there.You're going to be alright.Welcome to the Road to Victory.
In this episode of Breaking Down Barriers, David sits down with Marci Goodwin, co-founder of SmartStart Business Development and creator of the SmartStart Navigator, to talk about the "hidden entrepreneurs" quietly reshaping small-town economies across the country.Marci shares how a SaaS platform originally built for high-growth tech startups found its real audience in microbusinesses—the makers, side-hustlers, and mom-and-pop owners who make up the vast majority of U.S. businesses but rarely walk through the doors of an SBDC or chamber of commerce. She and David dig into why these owner-operated businesses (fewer than 10 employees, many with just one) are the true engine of local economic activity, especially as rural Main Streets lose their traditional employer businesses.The conversation covers a lot of ground: how SmartStart's bootstrapped, community-embedded model works; the baby-steps approach to getting microbusinesses "bankable"; real stories of downtown revitalization sparked by a single entrepreneur pulling others up behind her; and why traditional KPIs like jobs created and tax revenue don't capture the real impact of this work. Marci introduces the concept of KIIs—Key Impact Indicators—as a better way to measure success before the traditional metrics ever show up.In this episode:Why so many U.S. businesses are microbusinesses, and why that mattersHow SmartStart Navigator helps communities find entrepreneurs who don't yet see themselves that wayThe customer-development-first approach to getting a business "bank ready"Two Main Street revival stories—from a single-storefront herbalist to a six-vendor maker communityWhy traditional KPIs fail microbusinesses, and what Key Impact Indicators (KIIs) look like insteadAdvice for the next generation of economic development practitioners: get out from behind the deskConnect with Marci Goodwin:LinkedIn: Marci GoodwinSmartStart Business DevelopmentSmartStartNavigator.com
Most land clearing bids fall apart because guys price every acre the same way. In this episode, Austin Gray and Jacob Nettesheim break down production rate tracking — the second half of a bulletproof pricing system, paired with the crew day rates covered last week.What you'll learn in this episode:The 3 types of pricing people in this business — and which one is losing money without realizing itHow to track your production rate (acres cleared per crew day) the right wayThe 3x3 rating system for vegetation, slope, and access, and why it changes everything about a bidHow to find your baseline production rate if you're new to the businessA live look at the new production rate tracker inside Clear Path AIWhy combining your crew day rate with your production rate gets you a confident, accurate bid every timeTry Clear Path AI, the first AI advisor and pricing tool built specifically for land clearing and forestry mulching companies: https://landclearing.io/pro
In this episode, Angel sits down with nternational investor and accounting expert, Kevin Leonce, to discuss the realities of investing in U.S. real estate from abroad. They explore the tax implications foreign investors need to understand, why the right business structure matters, and how virtual networking has created new opportunities for building successful real estate partnerships across borders.Topics CoveredVirtual networking versus in person events and how technology is changing the way investors build relationshipsThe hidden costs of attending live conferences, from travel expenses to opportunity costsHow international investors can purchase U.S. real estate the right wayThe importance of choosing the correct business entity, including LLCs, S Corps, and C CorpsUnderstanding FIRPTA and the tax consequences foreign investors face when selling U.S. real estateHow tax laws differ between countries and why international investors need proper planningThe differences between U.S. accounting standards and international financial reporting standardsWhy working with knowledgeable legal and tax professionals is essential before investing across bordersQuotes"Time is one of the most precious things that we have, and we need to cherish it.""There's a lot of things that you really have to take into consideration when you're investing."
This episode is not a straight line success story. Lori built a business, sold it to a competitor who lied about their culture, walked away, lost her company during COVID, and started over with 89 employees in 2020. Five years later she has close to 500.Will and Lori get into what actually holds a culture together at scale. Weekly virtual training with clinic directors. A mentor role built specifically to protect new grads from burnout, including covering caseloads so a stressed therapist can catch up. Massage therapists brought into the clinics. A theme every year, from servant leadership to teamwork, that shapes training all the way down.Topics covered:Building a mentor layer that protects new clinicians instead of just supervising themWhy Lori invested in leadership development instead of training all 500 employees the same wayThe decision to close her original private pay clinic during the 2008 recessionWhat changed when she sold her business and saw a culture that only claimed to follow the golden ruleStarting over in 2020 with under 100 employees and reaching 500 in five yearsWhy she waited over a decade before doing formal strategic planningReading body language as a core leadership skillIf you are trying to figure out how to scale a clinic without losing what made it feel human in the first place, this conversation gives you a real blueprint.Send us Fan MailVirtual Rockstars specialize in helping support or replace all non-clinical roles.Learn how a Virtual Rockstar can help scale your physical therapy practice.Subscribe here to our completely free Stress-Free PT Newsletter for your weekly dose of joy.
We are officially at the halfway point of 2026, and if you started the year with a vision, a word of the year, or a list of declarations about who you wanted to be, this is the moment to pause and take an honest look at how the first six months actually went. And if you're not exactly where you thought you'd be right now, I want you to know that's more than okay.In this episode I'm doing my own mid-year check-in out loud, including the parts that didn't go according to plan. I made a team hire at the beginning of the year that I thought was going to free me up, and five months in, it didn't work out. I said I was going to write a book this year, and I haven't started it yet. I'm walking through why none of that means I failed, why reassessing at the midpoint isn't the same as giving up on your goals, and the real questions to ask yourself right now: has what you want changed, has your vision shifted, and what clarity have you gained in the last six months that you simply didn't have in January.I'm also getting into why I believe your business is an ongoing experiment and not a fixed plan you have to white-knuckle your way through, and why being willing to change your mind is a sign of growth, not a sign of failure. I'm sharing what my own next six months look like, including how I'm approaching my launches differently this year and where my focus is going as I head into Passionate & Prosperous Live.In this episode you'll hear:Why not being where you thought you'd be by mid-year is not a fail — and might actually be a sign something better is on its wayThe exact questions to ask yourself to figure out if your goals have genuinely changed, or if you just got knocked off courseWhy "you're allowed to change your mind" applies to your business goals just as much as anything else in your lifeWhat happened when a team hire didn't go the way I planned — and why I'm not beating myself up about itHow to recommit to the rest of the year without dragging guilt or self-judgment into itWhy treating your business as an experiment instead of a rigid plan changes how you handle everything that's still aheadWherever you land when you take stock, this episode is your permission to pause, reset, and head into the second half of the year without carrying any regret about the first.Early bird tickets for Passionate & Prosperous Live are on sale right NOW! This is where we are going to dial up your messaging, make a plan for how you're going to show up bigger and better so you can get paid for being the amazing coach and expert that you are!
“Real conversations lead to opportunities and opportunities lead to sales.” –Sue B. ZimmermanYou can't outsource conversations. Sue B. Zimmerman, specialist in intentional online marketing and simplifying social media strategy believes Instagram conversations are great for business.It's about building trust and engaging in conversations, but that doesn't have to take hours. Sue shows us how social media can feel less like a thing you should do and more like a thing you enjoy that leads to opportunities which lead to sales.We talk about: How each feature on Instagram is an opportunity to show up in a unique wayThe benefits of a live instead of a video and how to build trust with videoA time breakdown for creating social content and fitting it into pockets in your dayHow to use strategic commenting to engage with peopleTagging leads in DMs and responding to everythingSharing things that are entertaining while making sure there's a clear connection to your businessABOUT SUESue B. Zimmerman is a lifelong entrepreneur, relationship-driven sales mentor, and sought-after online marketing educator with more than 30 years of business experience. Known for her no-BS teaching style and ability to simplify social media strategy, Sue has privately coached hundreds of entrepreneurs to grow their visibility, confidence, and revenue through authentic connection and intentional online marketing.LINKSsuebzimmerman.comhttps://learnwithsbz.com/https://www.instagram.com/suebzimmerman/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/suebzimmerman/https://www.facebook.com/SuebZimmermanEnterprise/Pause Magazine, Issue 5DOABLE CHANGESAt the end of every episode, we share three doable changes, so you can take what you've heard and put it into action. Change comes from action. Doable changes are things that you can add into your life, one at a time to make micro shifts and really create a ripple effect that will create a big change over time. Choose one that really piques your interest and roll with it. Here are three Doable Changes from this conversation:15 MINUTE CHALLENGE. Spending too much time creating social? Set a timer for 15 minutes. Use that time to create your post. A tip from the magazine: Your life is the content. Ask yourself: What in my life today connects to what my audience needs?TIME GAP COMMENTING. You can schedule 15 minutes to go in and comment strategically, but you can also try using those little gaps of time — while waiting in line or between calls. Comment strategically on complimentary accounts. Get involved in the conversation. TRY GOING LIVE. Going live has a different energy than you talking to your phone for a video. Even if you aren't that used to being in front of the camera, you can learn to be more comfortable. And video builds trust.
Want to submit an episode topic request? Text 'em here!If you've ever opened Instagram or YouTube and found yourself thinking..."How is everyone making money... except me?"This episode is for you.Because the truth is, social media only shows you the highlight reel. It shows you the six-figure launches, the million-dollar screenshots, the "I made this while I slept" posts... but it doesn't show you the years of consistency, the failures, the pivots, the tears, or the obedience that came before the breakthrough.And if you're not careful, you'll start believing the lie that you're the only entrepreneur struggling.You're not.In today's episode, we're pulling back the curtain on what actually separates entrepreneurs who build successful businesses—and why those patterns are far more biblical than most people realize.We're talking about:Why the algorithm is making you feel behindThe millionaire habits that actually create long-term successThe biblical difference between obsession and idolizationWhy consistency, repetition, and structure matter more than another "secret strategy"How to stop chasing shiny objects and finally build momentum God's wayThe mindset shifts that will keep you from quitting when business feels discouragingFriend... if you've been working hard, showing up, praying, trying, pivoting, and wondering why it still feels like nothing is working, I need you to hear this:There is nothing wrong with you.You don't need another trendy strategy.You need to stop measuring your journey against someone else's highlight reel and start becoming the leader God is calling you to be.I truly believe this conversation will encourage you, challenge you, and help you keep going—especially if you've been on the verge of giving up.❤️ If this episode encouraged you, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs this reminder today.
Is your corporate job really safer than going solo? Hooman Radfar, co-founder of Collective and an early investor in Uber, SpaceX, Stripe, and OpenAI, argues the opposite. After living through a brutal 2008 layoff, he realized that "safety" at a big company is often an illusion, and that betting on yourself may be the smarter long-term move.In this episode, Hooman shares why he walked away from venture investing to focus on solopreneurs, what separates thriving solo businesses from struggling ones, and why AI is quietly creating a new class of high-earning, one-person companies. He also breaks down the unglamorous back-office work (bookkeeping, taxes, entity formation) that quietly derails most solopreneurs, and how to avoid it.In this episode, you'll learn:Why "corporate safety" is often a myth, even at companies like Google and MetaThe real reason most solo businesses fail (hint: it's not the work itself)How AI is changing the math on what one person can buildWhy extreme focus beats taking on every client who comes your wayThe simple daily habit Hooman credits for long-term entrepreneurial successConnect with Hooman Radfar: LinkedIn & X/ Website: collective.comEnjoyed this episode? Leave us a five-star review, share it with a friend who's thinking about going solo, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.
What if the most radical spiritual act available to you right now is saying hello to your neighbor?In this episode, Eileen is joined by Stephanie Keiko Kong — public speaking and digital marketing strategy coach, theater artist, yoga therapist, and community weaver whose practice centers BIPOC, femme, and queer thought leaders. Growing up in Hawaii with a deep land-based relationship to the natural world, Stephanie brings a perspective on spirituality that is at once ancient, practical, and quietly revolutionary.This conversation wanders beautifully in ways that will light up your mind and body. From Sanskrit mantra and self-hypnosis to the psychedelic power of group singing, from the colonization of our bodies to the radical simplicity of hyper-local community care. It's one to sit with and return to.In this episode:Growing up in Hawaii with a land-based spiritual practice and the heartbreak of realizing not everyone lives this wayThe divine mundane: how a cup of tea, a Beyonce song, or a slice of bread can be a portal to the sacredYears of dedicated Sanskrit mantra study and the humbling moment of realizing she'd been missing the whole pointThe "transcendence bias" hiding inside Western interpretations of Eastern spiritual traditionsSelf-hypnosis, group singing, and drumming at 147 BPM... a few of the many doorways into non-ordinary states of realityWhy plant medicine is compelling for so many Westerners, and what it offers that hasn't yet been colonized"Severance from land is empire's first consent violation" — a teaching from Ihilani Cho that reframes everythingThe magic of hyper-local community care and why change at that scale is both simple and inevitableCuriosity as a revolutionary practice, a spiritual foundation, and the prerequisite for genuine compassionPlaying Hamlet as the Hawaii Shakespeare Festival's first ever non-binary Hamlet, and what that meant for the queer arts community in Honolulu"Thank you for staying curious in a world that would rather have you smile and nod and shut up." — Stephanie Keiko KongFind Stephanie on InstagramSign up for Stephanie's email list at her website Check out Stephanie's upcoming program Liberatory Leadership beginning in late July Join me for the next Wheel of the Year CeremonySubscribe to Eileen on SubstackTake the Which Witch Are You QuizOrder Awaken to the Magic WithinConnect with Eileen on Instagram Follow Eileen on Insight Timer Send Eileen an email
Send us Fan MailToday's guest is Chelsea Horton — a board-certified dance and movement therapist, somatic practitioner, educator, and founder of Healing Embodied, where she trains wellness professionals and leaders to integrate somatics, creativity, and emotional healing into their work. Chelsea has a master's degree in dance and movement therapy and has worked with over 2,000 clients, specializing in relationship anxiety, shame, and nervous system healing.She is also one of the most alive, funny, and genuinely embodied humans I've had the pleasure of talking with — and her story, from evangelical worship leader to pole dancing somatic therapist, tells you everything you need to know about what it actually looks like to come home to your body.What we cover:Chelsea's path from conservative Bible college and worship leader to dance movement therapist and somatic coach — and why religious trauma, earth-shattering heartbreak, and the saving grace of dance were all part of itWhat "feel your feelings" actually means — and the concept Chelsea calls "thought-feeling fusion," where we think we're feeling our emotions but we're actually just rehearsing a story about themSensation without explanation — the practice of staying with pure bodily sensation without needing to label, justify, or explain the emotionWhat it looks and feels like when an emotion has truly been processed versus managed or suppressed — and why the body has a natural arc of completion when we get out of the wayThe shame and anxiety cycle — why shame is not an emotion but a belief system about our fundamental worth, and how anxiety functions as shame's exhausted bodyguard, always scanning for evidence that we are not enoughWorking with shame somatically — externalizing the shame voice, activating the inner advocate, and the groundbreaking work of David Bedrick (The Unshaming Way)Creativity as healing — why creativity is not a talent or skill but the most fundamentally human thing we do, and why it is essential — not optional — to nervous system regulation and emotional processingThe Artist's Way, morning pages, and a shared love of authentic movement — a beautiful tangent about reclaiming creativity in midlife and motherhoodWhat practitioners most commonly miss when adding somatic tools to their work — and why learning to trust your own body and creativity is the foundation of being present with clientsBooks & resources mentioned:The Unshaming Way by David BedrickThe Artist's Way by Julia CameronBeautiful Oops by Barney SaltzbergDr. Russell Kennedy — "sensation without explanation"Connect with Chelsea:Website InstagramFacebookOur free resource library for helpers, healers, creatives and leaders Resources:Free Masterclass: The Alchemy of the Perimenopause PortalAyurvedic Dosha Quick Reference GuideAbhyanga Self Massage GuideWeekend Nervous System ResetNourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram
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870 · 10 Reasons to Visit Shanghai Disneyland... and Why This Trip Changed MeChina is a long way to go for a theme park... but Shanghai Disneyland is not a theme park. It is a destination that happens to have a Disney castle at its center.Lou Mongello had the privilege of being invited by Disney for Shanghai Disneyland's 10th anniversary celebration, with time alongside the Imagineering team who built it. In this episode, he gives you 10 reasons to visit Shanghai Disneyland, and why right now, during its 10th anniversary, is the perfect time to go.Here is what you will hear:The one design decision that makes Shanghai unlike any Disney park you have ever set foot in, and why it disorients you in the best possible wayThe only place on Earth you can walk through Zootopia, a land so detailed that guests line up just to photograph the lamppostsWhy the tallest Disney castle in the world is something you go inside, not just photograph, plus the anniversary-only shows playing on it right nowThe trackless boat ride that fans who have been to every Disney park call their single favorite attraction, periodThe one land where Disney hands you the controls, and the climb that Lou says sends you back down a different personThe stunt show with a real, raging tornado on stage, performed more than 10,000 times with live performers inside itThe snacks worth flying for, the Cast culture built from scratch, and the brand-new Spider-Man land rising right now with its coaster track already complete!and much more!And stay with me to the end, because this is the part I did not see coming. This trip did not just give me new things to talk about. It genuinely, fundamentally changed the way I think about Disney parks, not just what I think about them, but how. I am going to explain exactly how, and why, and why it might just change the way you see them too.Whether Shanghai is already on your bucket list or you have never once considered it, this one might change your mind.
A lot can change in just one year! In this episode, we look back on our first year of parenthood, sharing the lessons, challenges, and joyful moments that have shaped our journey with Santi. We talk about how our confidence as parents has grown, the reality of raising a bilingual child, and the cultural differences we experienced while celebrating Santi's first birthday in both Mexico and the United States. We also share some of our favorite milestones, from his first words and signs to walking, communicating, and developing his own unique personality.Key Takeaways:How parenting changes during the first year and the lessons we learned along the wayThe joys and challenges of raising a bilingual child in a bicultural familyCultural differences between birthday celebrations in Mexico and the United StatesLinks And Additional Resources:284 – Un Progenitor, Un Idioma | One Parent, One Language270 – Padres Primerizos – ¡Bienvenido, Santi! | First-time Parents – Welcome, Santi!263 – Lo Que Nadie Nos Dijo del Embarazo – Sorpresas, Retos y Momentos Reales | What No One Told Us About Pregnancy – Surprises, Challenges, and Real Moments253 – ¡Bebé a Bordo! | Baby on Board!138 – Las Mañanitas | The Little Mornings089 – El Curioso Origen de las Piñatas – The Curious Origins of Piñatas016 – Alternancia de Código | Code SwitchingJoin La Escala to practice Spanish, stay consistent, and connect with other learnersLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don't miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quiz✈️ Join La Escala, our online Spanish and Go community for Spanish learners who want more practice, structure, and connection. Annual plans include 2 months free.
What do dough balls, coffee, Covid crisis meetings, global expansion, and one very determined mum have in common?This week's guest is Caroline Ottoy, Managing Director of WatchHouse.Today, WatchHouse is one of the most exciting hospitality brands on the planet, with 29 locations across the UK, USA and Dubai, and ambitious plans to reach 100 sites globally over the next few years.But Caroline's journey started in a very different place.A teenager destined for a science degree, a year spent slightly losing her way, and a mum who effectively packed her bags and sent her to hospitality university whether she liked it or not.Thankfully, she did.In this episode we chat about:How an agricultural college accidentally launched a hospitality careerSpending a year working in France and becoming fluent in FrenchThe early days of ASK and opening restaurants across the UKLiving above the restaurant and learning hospitality the hard wayThe legendary Dough Ball IncidentGrowing brands from start up to national successThe move from restaurants into Planet OrganicLeading through Covid and creating daily "Cobra Meetings" to keep teams alignedLearning to step up when uncertainty is everywhereOvercoming imposter syndrome and finding confidence on stageThe mentors, cheerleaders and leaders who changed her lifeWhy EOS has become one of the most powerful tools behind WatchHouse's growthThe ambitious journey to 100 WatchHouse locations worldwideSome of my Favourite Quotables"Visions are irrelevant without great people""Everything is about people. Everything""I was a really good waitress. I'm telling you now, I could handle a big section""We didn't really know what we were doing. We were just finding out as we went along"Along the way we explore leadership, resilience, culture, friendship, hospitality careers, and the extraordinary impact great people can have on the direction of our lives.One of my favourite moments came when Caroline reflected on receiving a message from a former team member years later, thanking her for the role she'd played in shaping his career and life.It's a beautiful reminder that in hospitality, we often have a far bigger impact on people than we ever realise.Funny, thoughtful, inspiring and packed with lessons for anyone building teams, leading people, or simply trying to figure things out as they go.And yes...There is a story involving enough dough balls to fill half of Bristol.Enjoy.Show PartnerA big shout out to today's show partner, RotaCloud — the people management platform built specifically for shift-based teams.RotaCloud lets managers create and share rotas, record attendance, and manage annual leave in minutes — all from one simple, web-based app.It also makes life easier for teams, allowing staff to check rotas, request holiday, and pick up extra shifts directly from their phones.To find out more, head to RotaCloudThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy
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Did you like the episode? Send me a text and let me know!!Defeat Your Business Monsters with Paul Pape | Undiscovered Entrepreneur**Episode Summary: What if the secret to building a profitable creative business was hidden inside a game of Dungeons & Dragons? In this episode, entrepreneur, fabricator, and "Santa For Nerds" Paul Pape shares how he turned 20 years of custom creative work — including projects for Disney, Universal, and Nickelodeon — into a revolutionary business consulting model called Gamified Business. Paul doesn't teach creatives traditional business strategy. He runs campaigns. He builds character sheets. He slays monsters.If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome, perfectionism, fear of failure, or just getting off the couch and starting — this episode is your quest giver.What You'll Learn:Why creatives struggle with business (and the D&D fix that works)How Paul turned a broke 7-figure company into a thriving one in 6 monthsThe monster metaphors for imposter syndrome, failure, perfectionism & fearWhy your ideas are worth more than your labor — and how a stolen ad taught Paul that lesson the hard wayThe one piece of advice Paul gives every new entrepreneur (it's two questions)Why charging for your services actually helps your clients succeedThe Thousand Asks Challenge and Paul's 6-month goalTimestamps:[00:00:00] – Introduction & Meet Paul Pape[00:01:30] – 20 Years as "Santa For Nerds" — Disney, Universal & Custom Collectibles[00:02:30] – Birth of Gamified Business: The D&D Consulting Method[00:04:30] – How a Dragon-Making Company Went from $50K Net to 4X Revenue[00:06:00] – The Four Business Monsters: Imposter Syndrome, Failure, Perfectionism & Fear[00:11:30] – Quitting a Professor Job, a Viral Side Hustle & $50K in 6 Weeks[00:16:00] – Why the Inner Shadow Stops Most Entrepreneurs[00:18:00] – The Universe Hands Out Quests — Will You Accept Yours?[00:22:00] – The Grocery Store Lawsuit That Changed How Paul Protects His Ideas[00:29:30] – The Best Advice for New Entrepreneurs (Two Questions)[00:31:00] – Paul's 6-Month Goal & The Thousand Asks Challenge[00:32:00] – How to Find Paul & Gamify BusinessConnect with Paul Pape:
You've built the routine, protected the calendar, and checked every box — and somehow fun became the thing you're either white-knuckling through the week to earn or going completely feral with by Friday night. Krysta gets real about why high-achievers are the worst at letting themselves actually enjoy their lives, and how a little intention (not another goal) changes everything. In this episode we dive into:Why structure and fun are not competing forces — and what it costs you when you treat them like they areThe pressure cooker pattern that's making your weekends feel like emotional release valves instead of actual restHow to stop dangling fun like a carrot and start building it into the week before you're desperate for itThe "FYX tip" for summer: one small thing, mid-week, no productivity agenda attachedThe Pattern You're Living By on AutopilotYou're the person who coordinates the vacations, protects the workout, keeps the grocery list — and throws fun in wherever the scraps areBy the time you finally get to it, you're either too exhausted to enjoy it or so starved for it you go overboardThe real issue isn't discipline vs. freedom — it's that fun has become a reward instead of a regular part of lifeAnd when you finally "let yourself" have it, your brain uses the overcorrection as evidence you can't be trusted with freedomTaking the Lid Off the Pressure CookerOne dinner is not a verdict on your discipline. One post is not proof your business is working. One date night is not evidence your relationship is thriving.Krysta traces the pattern back to last summer — saying no to golf, no to the beach, running two businesses and still feeling like she was falling behindThe content parallel: when every post has to gain followers, close clients, explain your offer, and showcase your personality all at once — the content gets stiff. Same thing happens to your life.The second you stop asking every small moment to prove something, it gets easier to actually enjoy itScheduling the Fun FirstThe fix isn't a vacation or a fully unplugged weekend — it's a coffee on Wednesday when the weather's nice, or one dinner where you just order the pastaStructure gives you permission to have fun without your whole life feeling like it's falling apart — but only if you actually use it that wayThe romanticizing of tiny things (the Diet Coke mid-afternoon, the walk that's just a walk, the laugh with your person for 20 minutes) changes the texture of your actual dayA full calendar doesn't mean a full life. Let the smaller stuff be smaller — and then let it actually be enjoyed.This episode is the reminder that so many of us need heading into summer: there is no such thing as a life well-built if you don't actually enjoy living it. Whether you've been heads down since January and haven't let yourself breathe, or you tend to swing hard the other way and wake up every September with regret — this one's going to hit. The goal isn't perfect balance. It's enough structure that you're not constantly starting over, and enough lightness that your life doesn't feel like a spreadsheet.Want to go deeper on the mindset behind why we put so much pressure on ourselves? Revisit the projection episode from a few weeks back where Krysta unpacks how the stories we tell ourselves about what we "have to" do become the very thing keeping us stuck.Follow Krysta:@thekrystahuber@thespreadmktg @thefitnessfyx
Are you secretly labeling your year a failure just because it didn't look flashy on Instagram?If your calendar is full but your confidence is low, this episode is your reset button. You didn't do “nothing” this year. You built more than you think, especially the invisible kind of growth that doesn't show up in your P&L but changes everything.It's time to stop judging your year by surface-level metrics and start seeing the transformation you actually created. In this solo episode, Dawn walks you through a simple AI-powered audit that reveals the truth: you didn't spin your wheels, you leveled up.Join the AI for Founders Community on LinkedIn. It's free, it's founder-led, and it's the smartest place on the internet to test prompts, trade tools, and get support from women who get it. Let's build smarter, not harder.What You'll Learn:Why your brain literally hides your progress (and how to outsmart it)The 20-minute AI Achievement Audit that will leave you speechless, in a good wayThe 6 key business categories where your wins are hiding in plain sightHow to translate your invisible work into real impact (hint: crisis navigation = CEO-level leadership)The one reflection question that will shift your entire outlook heading into 2025Resources & LinksFree Guide: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderPrompt to Steal:"I'm a founder reviewing my last 12 months. Here's everything I remember doing... Help me organize this into categories: business building, team development, strategic decisions, crisis navigation, personal growth, revenue, and client work."Related Episodes112 | The 4‑Stage AI Process to Stop Losing 10 Hours a WeekPerfect follow-up to the Achievement Audit—shift from reactive to strategic with AI.110 | 3 Custom GPTs That Save Female Founders 16 Hours a WeekBuild AI systems that free up your time so your wins don't get buried under busywork.072 | How Female Founders Delegate Like a CEO Before BurnoutUncover the leadership habits that keep your business scaling and your sanity intact.Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.
A SEAT at THE TABLE: Leadership, Innovation & Vision for a New Era
If you're like most leaders, you're facing an increasingly business landscape which is making leadership even more challenging.The popular narrative is to develop a more resilient mindset. The reality is “how exactly do I do that?”Today we're joined by Courtney Seard, a senior executive advisor and leadership development expert who helps organizations build future-ready, high-performing leaders. Courtney is is known for translating complex challenges—such as AI-driven change and leadership under pressure—into practical, actionable strategies that help leaders think clearly, lead decisively, and perform at their best without burnout.On this episode of A Seat at The Table Courtney will be discussing:What sustainable high performance really look like in today's high-pressure environmentsHow leaders can maintain clarity and confidence when everything around them is changing so quicklyThe most common mistakes leaders make when trying to lead under pressure or in hybrid environmentsHow someone strengthen their executive presence in a practical, everyday wayThe one mindset shift that can immediately improve how a leader shows up and performsSo if you're ready to boost your leadership mindset, then let's sit down with Courtney.USEFUL LINKS:Courtney's LinkedinInstagram: @theriseplaybookSubstack: Courtney SeardVisit A Seat at The Table's website at https://seat.fm
This month on the My DPC Story podcast we are talking about the tools that serve us, and Dr. Michael Hobbs is a voice you do not want to miss.Dr. Hobbs is a pediatrician and founder of Lakes Pediatrics, the first pediatric Direct Primary Care practice in the Minneapolis area, serving families across Edina, Wayzata, and the western suburbs. He brings over twenty years in Twin Cities pediatrics, more than a decade as an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota Medical School, Top Doctor recognition from Mpls.St.Paul Magazine and Minnesota Monthly, subspecialty training in infectious diseases and Group A Strep, and a Reach Institute mini-fellowship in pediatric mental health care.What makes this episode essential listening is Dr. Hobbs himself. A self-described knowledgeable hacker who grew up alongside the technology, from a Commodore 64 to writing early web pages, he has watched the entire arc of medical documentation: index cards, paper charts, dictation, the EHR, templates, and now AI scribes. He knows what gets better and what gets worse when tech enters the exam room.In this conversation, Dr. Hobbs covers:The one question to ask before adopting any tool, EHR, phone system, or AIWhy building your own tools is more doable than you thinkWhy now is not the time to lock into a long term software contractThe difference between AI that serves you and AI that turns you into a liability machinePatient transparency, shadow AI, BAAs, and using tools safelyWhy LLMs are terrible at math, learned the hard wayThe best first AI investment for a new DPC doctor on a small budgetAI as a clinical decision support thought partner, not a guideline machineAnd because both Dr. Concepcion and Dr. Hobbs are recovering anthropology buffs, they keep returning to the truth underneath the technology: people like people. The tools only matter if they give us more room to be human with the families we serve.Whether you are deep into building AI workflows or you hear the word AI and want to run, this episode meets you where you are.New to DPC or ready to go deeper? Visit the Start Here page at mydpcstory.com. Have a question for the show? Leave a voice message on the Contact page. Loved this episode? Leave a five star review on Apple Podcasts and follow @mydpcstory on socials.Connect with Dr. Hobbs at lakespediatrics.com.Learn more about VIVID VAULT HEALTH SOLUTIONS TODAY! Find a My DPC Story Event near you! State Summits in CA, IL, a My DPC Story LIVE event and the DPC Women's Summit are all coming! Learn more at mydpcstory.com/upcoming-events! The DPC Directory: If you're a DPC doctor, you'll find resources to grow your practice! If you serve the DPC world, grab a FREE listing today and get discovered by doctors who need your services.
Yo Quiero Dinero: A Personal Finance Podcast For the Modern Latina
If the word "credit" makes you want to hide under the covers, this episode is for you, mi gente. I'm sitting down with Carol Pope — personal finance writer and author of Credit 101 — to break down everything you need to know about building credit from scratch, paying down debt, and protecting your score. No shame, no judgment, just an honest conversation. Carol and I have almost identical money origin stories. Neither of us learned a damn thing about credit growing up. Now we're both on a mission to make sure you don't have to learn the hard way like we did.WE GET INTO:00:02 — Intro + Jannese's credit origin story01:58 — What Carol's book Credit 101 covers02:17 — Carol's money story growing up03:22 — The moment Carol realized she had to figure this out ASAP05:04 — Cost of living + why this conversation is so timely06:41 — What is a credit score and why does it matter?07:59 — How your credit affects your job, apartment, utilities, and more09:44 — The 5 factors of your credit score, broken down12:29 — The myth: does carrying a balance help your credit? (Spoiler: no)13:30 — Building credit from zero: secured credit cards explained15:19 — Authorized users: pros, cons, and warnings17:01 — How long does it realistically take to build good credit?18:09 — Using credit cards as a lifeline vs. as a tool22:07 — Buy Now Pay Later: what you actually need to know24:33 — Already in credit card debt? Here's where to start27:59 — Snowball vs. Avalanche: which debt payoff method wins?29:05 — Balance transfers: when they work and when they don't30:10 — The biggest auto loan financing mistakes people make33:12 — Buy here, pay here car lots — what you need to know35:22 — The 14-day rate shopping window that protects your credit36:22 — Credit fraud: the most common scams to watch for39:51 — Should you freeze your credit? (Yes. 24/7.)41:45 — You can also freeze your Social Security number — here's how44:49 — Debt as leverage, not shame47:08 — Where to find Carol and grab the bookKEY TAKEAWAYS: What your credit score actually is — and why it controls more of your life than you thinkThe 5 factors that make up your score (and which one matters most)How to build credit from scratch the right wayThe big myth about carrying a credit card balance — please stop doing thisBuy Now Pay Later: what nobody's telling you about how it worksWhere to start when you're already drowning in credit card debtThe debt payoff method Carol personally usesHow to shop for auto loans without tanking your scoreWhy Carol says you should have your credit frozen 24/7A credit protection move most people don't know about: you can freeze your Social Security numberCONNECT WITH CAROL:LinkedInCarol's Book: Credit 101TAKE THE NEXT STEP:Yo Quiero Dinero Private MembershipRead my book, Financially Lit!Leave me a voicemailThis episode of Yo Quiero Dinero was produced by Heart Centered Podcasting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Torah Class - Shavuot: Women Who Charted the WayThe fascinating journey of Naomi and Ruth the Moabite,which charted the path for sincere and meaningful conversion.
In this week's episode of The Best Guest podcast we welcome social media trainer and consultant, Hana Jay Klokner.We talk about:Why even big brands don't have social media figured out and what that means for youHow to create content in a scalable, sustainable wayThe challenges personal brands face and how to overcome self-doubt to show up onlineHana Klokner is a social media trainer and consultant with over a decade of experience working with businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to global organisations including Amazon and the United Nations. Originally from Slovakia, Hana began her digital journey at just 15 as a blogger and editor, later going on to teach at the University of the Arts London (UAL) for seven years. She specialises in helping business owners and personal brands develop their social media strategy and find their authentic voice online.Key TakeawaysBig brands don't have it all figured out and emotional connection matters more than budgetStart creating content yourself before delegating as no one will capture your voice better than youUse ChatGPT to repurpose existing content like podcast transcripts and website copyAim for 2 to 3 posts per week and batch create content in a single afternoon sessionIf you've taken a break from social media, come back slowly, share what feels natural, and don't come from the wound, come from the scarStart on the platform that feels most comfortable and build your confidence from there"It's not about having it all done and being perfect. It's about the contribution you're making to a community." Hana KloknerConnect with Hana Jay KloknerWebsite: https://hanajayklokner.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hanajaykloknerofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanajayklokner Connect with Victoria BennionLearn more about us: https://thebestpodcastguest.co.uk/Download our Podcast Guest Starter Kit: The Podcast Guest Starter Kit gives you a proven plan to find the right shows, craft a winning pitch, and maximise every interview. https://thebestpodcastguest.co.uk/podcast-guest-starter-kit/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thebestpodcastguestJoin the Best Podcast Guest Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebestpodcastguestSubscribe to our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@victoriabennionConnect with Victoria on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriabennion/
In this episode, we welcome Jessica Perrone, Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®) and founder of HerFinIQ, to discuss how financial professionals can help clients confidently navigate the world of investing.With over 16 years of experience on Wall Street, Jessica shares her unconventional journey into finance and how it shaped her mission to make investing more accessible—particularly for women and underserved communities. She emphasizes the importance of education over advice, and how simplifying complex financial concepts can empower clients to take action.Jessica introduces practical frameworks, including her “financial ducks” approach—ensuring budgeting, saving, emergency funds, credit, and debt management are addressed before investing—and her “cereal box” analogy to help clients better understand investment accounts and assets.Throughout the conversation, we explore:Common misconceptions about investing, including the belief that you need significant capital to get startedThe importance of helping clients develop an “investor identity”How AFC® professionals can provide investment education without crossing into adviceStrategies for explaining risk and investment options in an approachable wayThe role of confidence and behavior in financial decision-makingJessica also highlights the growing need for accessible, accurate financial education in a landscape where misinformation is common.This episode reinforces the critical role AFC® professionals play in bridging knowledge gaps, building client confidence, and supporting informed financial decision-making.Show Notes:01:10 Meet Jessica Perrone & HerFinIQ03:40 Key money lessons: frugality, budgeting, resourcefulness & compassion04:00 Breaking into Wall Street without a finance background07:00 Why Jessica created HerFinIQ10:30 Identity as an investor & why it matters14:30 Why financial basics must come before investing (“financial ducks”)16:15 Common misconceptions about investing18:30 Barriers to entry & access to financial advisors23:30 Building client confidence & asking the right questions24:20 The role of confidence in financial decision-making27:30 Understanding risk: stocks, ETFs & diversification29:45 Jessica's 2 CentsShow Note Links:https://www.herfiniq.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicak/ https://www.facebook.com/HerFinIQ/ https://www.instagram.com/herfiniq https://www.youtube.com/@herfiniq Want to get involved with AFCPE®?Here are a few places to start: Become a Member, Sign up for an Essentials Course, or Get AFC Certified today!Want to support the podcast? We love partnering with organizations that share our mission and values. Download our media kit.
Are you actually making progress in your ultramarathon training… or are you just stacking miles and hoping it pays off?In this episode, I break down how to measure progress as an ultrarunner beyond just pace, mileage, or how hard a workout feels. Because if you want to hit your next big goal, whether that's finishing your first ultra, PR'ing a 100 miler, or becoming a stronger mountain runner, you need to know if your training is moving you in the right direction.In this episode, we cover:The 5 pillars of ultramarathon progressWhy pace alone can lie to youHow to use grade-adjusted pace the right wayThe signs your durability is improvingHow recovery can show you're getting fitterWhy nutrition, hydration, mindset, and logistics matter just as much as fitnessThe most important question to ask yourself every week in trainingIf you've ever wondered, “Is this training actually working?” this episode will help you know what to look for, what to track, and how to adjust when things aren't clicking. SHOW LINKS:Want to work with me to crush your next ultramarathon in our group coaching program? Sign up for our group coaching program here: https://www.theeverydayultra.com/group-coachingWant to be coached by me and my team to crush your next ultramarathon in our 1:1 coaching program? Book a free call here with one of our coaches to see if we are a good fit!Follow Joe on IG: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/Everyday Ultra YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUelKGeptWZivD6yRIDiupgTry Mount to Coast shoes, designed specifically for ultramarathons, and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA by going to the link here.Try HYPERLYTE Liquid Performance running nutrition and get 15% off your order when you use code EVERYDAYULTRA at www.hyperlyteliquidperformance.comGet 20% off TrainingPeaks premium to track and analyze your training date by using the code EVERYDAYULTRA at this link here: https://bit.ly/4qJDETMTry PlayOn Pain Relief Spray and get 20% off with code EVERYDAYULTRA at playonrelief.comTry Bear Butt Wipes and get 10% off your order with code EVERYDAYULTRA at bearbuttwipes.comTry Janji apparel at janji.com/everydayultraCreate running routes easily with Footpath, the app designed to help you manage routes simply. Download for free and get a free trial at footpathapp.com/everydayultraTry CurraNZ to boost recovery and performance and get 15% off your first order with code EVERYDAYULTRAPOD at www.curranzusa.com
This week on bigcitysmalltown, Bob Rivard sits down with Dr. Michelangelo Sabatino, director of UT San Antonio's School of Architecture and Planning and the Roland K. Bloomberg Endowed Professor in Architecture. Six months into his role, Sabatino is making the rounds — meeting architects, developers, civic leaders, and students — and bringing a historian's eye and a pedestrian's sensibility to one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.They discuss:What drew Sabatino from the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago to San Antonio, and why the city's UNESCO World Heritage sites and River Walk made it an easy callHow the school's move to One Riverwalk Place is transforming not just where students learn, but how — using the downtown core as a living laboratoryWhy adaptive reuse, not new construction, is where the most creative architectural thinking happens — and how San Antonio has long led the wayThe challenge of knitting together UTSA's expanding downtown campus across four compass points of the urban core, and what 6,000 students downtown by end of 2026 could mean for the cityHow San Antonio's growth into a megaregion with Austin raises urgent questions about equity, infrastructure, and who benefitsThe "bird's eye view" problem: why seeing cities only from above — or from a car — leads to dangerous planning mistakesWhy first-generation students from San Antonio's working-class neighborhoods may be the city's most important agents of changeRECOMMENDED NEXT LISTEN:▶ #151. 8.3 Million New Neighbors by 2050 — Henry Cisneros and Bob Rivard on the Austin-San Antonio Megaregion — Essential context for this conversation. Henry Cisneros and Bob Rivard examine the demographic forces reshaping the San Antonio-Austin corridor and what it means for how both cities plan, build, and grow... ..GET THE NEWSLETTER
For a change I want to share what it feels like for me to be on the receiving end of some amazing coaching. There's so much value in working with great coaches. They help me stretch my sense of what's possible, they ask the right questions to get to the heart of what's in the way, and they help open the path to achieving those stretch goals. I've just come back from an amazing retreat where I got to spend two full days with my favorite coaches and peers. There were about 150 of us total hanging out together for two days. Sharing breakthroughs, helping each other have more breakthroughs, and helping each other figure out what the next big thing is. What's the next win? Where do we want to stretch next? I got to thinking about how much impact this experience has on my success in my work, and in my life. And I wanted to share that with you because I think there are lessons for everyone there. In this episode, I'm sharing: How to know when a blind spot or hidden obstacle is in your wayThe lesson those hidden obstacles are trying to get you to learnHow fear or worry about an unwanted outcome can derail your vision of the big impact you want to make Two success hacks to help you reach your goals faster and more consistentlyHow to create a great peer-coaching and accountability relationship that will accelerate your resultsWhy getting comfortable with being uncomfortable can be your secret to success Help spread the word! If you found value in this episode, I'd be grateful if you would leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen. Your reviews help other nonprofit leaders find the podcast. Thanks!!
I'm back with another update from our family's adventure in La Barra, Uruguay with Boundless Life
In this episode of Referrals Done Right, Scott sits down with Ryan Lang, CEO of Empire Partners, for a deep dive into what actually drives predictable growth in sales and business. Ryan challenges the common obsession with tactics and instead emphasizes the importance of building a strong foundation first. From understanding the true stages of business to mastering relationships and conversations, this episode breaks down why so many people stay stuck chasing shortcuts and what it really takes to scale in a sustainable wayThe conversation also delivers a practical framework for sales that prioritizes connection over control. Ryan walks through his process from pre call intention setting to discovery, positioning, and closing with certainty. Along the way, he and Scott explore the future of sales in an AI driven world, the importance of identity shifts as you grow, and why the best salespeople are not focused on talking but on listening and serving. This episode is a masterclass for anyone looking to elevate their approach to sales, leadership, and long term growth.We Discuss:• Why building your business around tactics leads to inconsistency and burnout• The importance of strong relationships and real conversations in driving sales• A simple but powerful sales framework from pre call to close• How identity shifts are required to scale from operator to true leader• Why human connection will become even more valuable in an AI driven world---Episode Markers:(0:00) - Show Start & Introduction(2:25) - Problem with Chasing Tactics(5:35) - What Does a Strong Sales Foundation Look Like?(8:30) - Positioning Yourself in an AI Driven World(11:30) - Five Sales Pillars(18:30) - They Need to Know You're Certain(21:00) - Telling is Not Selling(22:25) - Predictable Scalable Revenue(26:00) - Ego is the Enemy(28:00) - Who Do I Have to Become? Identity Shifts(34:55) - Habits of Transformative Leaders(38:45) - Sourcing Top Sales People(43:00) - Rapid Fire Questions---Ryan Lang's Links:IG - https://www.instagram.com/realryanlangLinkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-lang-b46a545bWebsite - https://empirepartners.net---Scott Grates' Links:Referrals Done Right - https://www.referralsdoneright.orgReferrals Done Right FB Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/296359076662332Scott Grates Website - https://www.scottgrates.comLove Living Local - https://www.instagram.com/lovelivinglocal315Scott's FB - https://www.facebook.com/scott.grates.1Scott's - https://www.instagram.com/scottgratesTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@scott.grates
#378: Milamend is a daily hormone-support drink made with 14 clinically studied ingredients, designed to support energy, mood, cycles, skin, and digestion by addressing root causes. While it's now used by over 100,000 women worldwide and recommended by healthcare providers, it started simply as something Mila was trying to make for herself.Mila Magnani is the co-founder of Milamend, a science-backed women's health brand focused on hormone balance. Inspired by her own struggles with conditions like PCOS and feeling dismissed by the traditional healthcare system, she launched Milamend to create effective, transparent solutions for women. With a global background spanning Mexico City, New York, and Paris, Mila brings a community-driven and holistic approach to wellness, empowering women to better understand and support their bodies.Lucas Labelle is also the co-founder of Milamend, where he leads operations, growth, and business strategy. Originally born in Lebanon, he grew up in Milan and Paris, before spending his 20s in NYC, where he met his now wife and co-founder, Mila. At Milamend, Lucas and Mila work together closely to bring accessible, science-backed hormone health solutions to women worldwide.What you will learn:The beauty of facing difficult life challenges with your partner in the earlier years of your lifeHow to stand up for yourself, especially with family and knowing when it's time to put your foot down and prioritize yourself and your needsPersonal experience with discovering PCOS and signs that you may have thisImpact of multi-cultural background and how it may be easier to connect with someone who shares similar experiences in this wayThe facade of "dating around in your 20s"Enjoy 15% off your first order of Milamend with code WHATFULFILLSYOU at checkout: https://www.milamend.com/WHATFULFILLSYOUBILT Credit Card Info (Pay Rent and Earn Points):https://bilt.page/r/HQ06-ZV7OReceive weekly personal insights from Emily's email newsletter and subscribe hereWatch Full Episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatfulfillsyou/videosENJOY 10% OFF THE WHAT FULFILLS YOU? CARD GAME AT www.whatfulfillsyou.com - code "WHATFULFILLSYOU10"Follow Milamend on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milamendhealthFollow the What Fulfills You? Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatfulfillsyouFollow Emily Elizabeth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyeduong/Read more on Substack: https://whatfulfillsyou.substack.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Episode SummaryIn this episode of Million Dollar Flip Flops, Rodric sits down with Colin Herdman — lifelong entrepreneur, co-founder of Monkey Island Ventures, and founder of Rainmaker, a company helping business owners grow their network, leads, and sales using LinkedIn.Colin shares how he went from launching his first business a week after college to building multiple companies across digital marketing, software development, and LinkedIn growth strategy. Along the way, he's learned that real business growth still comes down to the same fundamentals: understanding your audience, teaching what you know, and building genuine relationships.Rodric and Colin also dig into AI, the future of marketing, community building, and why LinkedIn live streams may be one of the most underrated tools available for founders, coaches, and sales leaders today.This is a conversation about growth, yes — but even more, it's about authenticity, education, thought leadership, and how to stand out online without becoming just more noise.In this episode, you'll hear:Colin's journey from college graduate to lifelong entrepreneurThe story behind Monkey Island VenturesWhat his three companies are focused on todayWhy AI is changing marketing — and what it cannot replaceWhy community may become even more valuable in an AI-heavy worldColin's philosophy for using LinkedIn the right wayThe difference between creating noise and creating trustWhy educational content beats salesy content on LinkedInHow Colin uses LinkedIn live streams to generate leads and referralsA step-by-step breakdown of his LinkedIn live stream strategyWhy repetition and thought leadership matter more than constant content churnHighlights & Timestamps[00:00] Colin's core LinkedIn philosophy Colin explains the big idea behind his approach to LinkedIn: authenticity, education, experimentation, and understanding what your audience can learn from you.[01:00] Meet Colin Herdman Colin introduces himself as a lifelong entrepreneur who launched his first business one week after college.[01:00] From criminal justice degree to entrepreneurship He shares how he never used his degree and instead learned business through experience and the school of hard knocks.[02:00] The businesses Colin is building today Colin breaks down the three companies under Monkey Island Ventures: Aurion, Cloudburst, and Rainmaker.[03:00] What's changing fastest in marketing right now Rodric asks Colin about the biggest shifts in marketing, and Colin points straight to AI, automation, and the need for authenticity.[04:00] Why community matters more than ever Rodric and Colin talk about how AI may make entrepreneurship even lonelier — and why real community will become even more valuable.[05:00] What's next for Colin Colin shares why he is focused on growing the current businesses while staying open to future opportunities.[05:00] What Rainmaker actually does Colin explains how Rainmaker helps founders, coaches, and sales leaders use LinkedIn to grow relationships, leads, and sales.[06:00] Colin's philosophy for LinkedIn growth He outlines the three layers of his strategy: authenticity, educational mindset, and understanding what your audience wants to learn from you.[08:00] How he identifies the right audience Colin explains how he uses Sales Navigator and ICP-based targeting to define who to connect with.[09:00] Why first connections matter He shares why his team reaches out to around 100 people a week and why growing a first-degree network is foundational.[10:00] The three campaign types he uses Colin walks through the main campaign formats he uses: drip messaging, LinkedIn polls, and live streams.[11:00] Why LinkedIn live streams are the biggest opportunity He explains why live streams are powerful, why LinkedIn is leaning into them, and why they cut through AI-driven sameness.[12:00] How Colin structures live streams Colin shares how he chooses a specific audience and a repeatable 101-level topic that can be taught over and over again.[14:00] Why repetition works better than constant reinvention He explains why repeating great content to the right audience is smarter than always creating something new.[14:00] How LinkedIn event invites do the heavy lifting Colin shares how LinkedIn's event system helps drive awareness, reminders, and attendance without feeling spammy.[16:00] The real power of the follow-up After each live stream, Colin follows up with attendees in a thoughtful way that opens the door for natural next-step conversations.[18:00] How live streams build long-term trust Colin explains how repeated educational live streams create awareness, thought leadership, and referral momentum over time.[20:00] Where to find Colin He shares where people can connect with him, download his live stream resource, and learn more.[21:00] Colin's question for the next guest Colin asks the next guest what book most helped them implement growth and strategy in their business.[21:00] The question Colin was asked Colin reflects on the importance of turning inward and trying to stay true to who he is.Notable Quotes“Nobody wants to be sold on LinkedIn.” – Colin Herdman“What is it that they can learn from me? What can I teach?” – Colin Herdman“The real opportunity is on LinkedIn when you know what your audience can learn from you.” – Colin Herdman“It's all about authenticity. It's all about education. It's all about you.” – Colin Herdman“You don't have to keep creating new content all the time.” – Colin Herdman“What happens over time is you become top of mind for whatever topics you continually present on.” – Colin Herdman“It's all about sending the elevator back down.” – Rodric LenhartConnect with Colin
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the chapter of hands-on parenting starts to shift and suddenly you have space to ask, who am I now? This week I'm joined by Rebecca Greene, social worker, parent coach, and host of the Whinypalooza podcast, for an honest, warm, and often hilarious conversation about the evolving journey of parenting teenagers, rediscovering your identity, and the quiet work of a long marriage.Rebecca's three kids are each teaching her something different about letting go. With Max newly off to college, we explore what it really means to grow up alongside your children, and why the first child is always the guinea pig.In this episode, we talk about:Why parenting is a relationship, not a role, and what changes when you start treating it that wayThe elastic band of letting go: how capable kids become when we step backReclaiming your identity after 20 years of putting yourself on the back burnerMarriage lessons from 21 years with Seth, including why pausing before you speak might be the most underrated relationship skillThe emotional vs. physical conflict types (and why opposites always seem to find each other)Love languages in real life: why acts of service land differently for different peopleIgnoring outside pressure and tuning into your own family's valuesWhy fear sits at the heart of most parenting struggles — and how self-care connects you to deeper intuition about your kidsRebecca's parting wisdom is simple and powerful: when we focus on our own nervous system and keep ourselves in a good state, we show up better for everyone around us.Rebecca Greene received her Bachelor's degree in psychology and her Master's degree in social work. Rebecca is a social worker, blogger, vlogger, podcaster and author. Connect with Rebecca: Visit her websiteThe Whinypaluza Facebook GroupRebecca's PodcastYoutubeEnjoyed this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, Christina Fletcher is a Spiritual Alignment coach, energy worker, author, speaker and host of the podcast Showing Up Whole.She specialises in practical spirituality and integrating inner work with outer living, so you can get self development off of the hobby shelf and integrated as a powerful fuel to your life. Through mindset, spiritual connection, intuitive guidance, manifestation, and mindfulness techniques Christina helps her clients overcome overwhelm and shame to find a place of flow, ease, and deep heart-centered connection.Christina has been a spiritual alignment coach, healer and spiritually aware parent coach for 11 years and trained in Therapeutic Touch 12 years ago. She is also a meditation teacher and speaker. For more information please visit her website www.spirituallyawareliving.com Want to uncover where you need the most energy alignment? Take her new Energy Alignment Quiz to identify which of your energetic worlds (mind, body, heart or spirit) needs aligning the most! Or Follow her on her social media accounts:FacebookInstagramorLinkedin...
Are you overwhelmed by trying to do everything at once? In this episode, Lisa Duck and Susan Larimer reveal why doing less can actually lead to greater success in your business—by focusing on what truly matters and simplifying your approach. Takeaways:The misconception that more activity equals more successThe importance of focusing on core activities that move your business forwardWhy overcomplicating your sales process can hinder growthThe value of relationship-building and customer care over chasing every platformHow to identify your top three priorities and filter out distractionsThe benefits of letting go of unnecessary tasks to naturally grow your businessThe importance of authenticity and doing business your wayThe significance of connection over volume in direct sales#DirectSales #BusinessGrowth #TheOther99%Podcast #cinchshareThis episode of The Other 99% Podcast is sponsored by CinchShare, a social media scheduler designed for direct sellers and creators who want to stay consistent without the overwhelm. CinchShare makes it easy to plan, schedule, and share content across platforms, all from one simple app. You can upload your own content, use ready to share posts, and access free training and resources to help you show up online with confidence. Try CinchShare free for 30 days and learn more at lisaduck.com/cinchshare. Thank you for tuning in to The Other 99%. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast—it helps us reach more listeners like you! Don't forget to share this episode with your network and help spread the word.Subscribe now to never miss an episode and stay inspired in your direct sales journey!Plus be sure to follow The Other 99% Podcast on YouTubeInterested in being a guest? Share your story here✔️ Unlock More Goodies from Lisa, visit
In this episode, we go behind the scenes of a professional detailing training and break down what separates average detailers from elite operators.From color-coded chemical systems to structured workflows and pricing strategies, this conversation reveals how detailers can work smarter, not harder—and actually build a profitable business.Whether you're just getting started or already running a shop, this episode will challenge how you think about your process, your pricing, and your growth.Topics we explored:Why having a system changes everything in detailingHow to price your services the right wayThe role of efficiency in scaling your businessHow the right products can save time and increase profitWhy mindset and discipline matter more than toolsFeaturing insights from live training at MVPD Supply during TRC Week.GuestDiego@diego_kcxKochChemie USAHost:Jody SedrickRoadFS/DetailBookieDetailBookie CRM - https://detailbookie.comRoadFS CRM - https://roadfs.com
My guest on this episode is Jake Humphrey - one of the UK's most recognisable broadcasters, having fronted the BBC's Formula 1 coverage and led BT Sport's Premier League and Champions League output for a decade. But these days he's just as well known as the host of the High Performance podcast, one of the most downloaded shows in the world on leadership, mindset and what it actually takes to perform at your best. Jake's latest book, Game Plan, aims to get these life skills into the hands of young people across the UK.He talks with me about what it actually means to raise resilient kids and why being your child's biggest cheerleader matters more than being their coach. Jake shares the "golden blink" concept and explains why the moments that feel ordinary right now are the ones you'll miss most.We also chat about:Why studying elite performers has made Jake a different parent, not necessarily a better one - and what he's unlearned along the wayThe manosphere, Louis Theroux's documentary, and why Jake thinks "toxic masculinity" is a dangerous phrase for young menWhy embarrassment is the price of entry and failure is the price of ambition - and how to pass that message on to your kidsHow to stop "nexting" yourself and actually enjoy what you've builtThe High Performance Foundation and how you can get your child's school involved for freeFind Jake on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jakehumphrey/Find Jake on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakehumphreyofficial/Search "High Performance" wherever you get your podcastsTo find out more about the foundation, visit highperformancefoundation.orgIf you enjoyed this episode then please leave a rating or review - and you can follow the podcast to ensure you don't miss future episodes. Thank you! Not Another Mummy Podcast is brought to you by me, journalist and author Alison Perry. I'm a mum of three and I love interviewing people about parenthood and confidence on the podcast. You can check out my other episodes and you can come chat to me on Instagram: @iamalisonperry or on Threads: @iamalisonperry. You can buy my book OMG It's Twins now. Music: Epidemic SoundArtwork: Eleanor BowmerSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/notanothermummy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with Julee Gracey, a business coach, author of Highly Confident, and someone who's lived just about every version of the hustle. From modeling in Milan to dominating real estate and eventually walking away from commission-driven success, Julee shares what it really takes to build a life rooted in purpose, confidence, and intention.This conversation goes way deeper than surface-level motivation. It's about the uncomfortable truth that most people avoid: if you want real growth, you're going to have to face yourself. Julee breaks down how self-doubt, fear, and lack of discipline quietly sabotage progress, and why so many people stay stuck chasing what feels familiar instead of what actually moves them forward. The shift from chasing money to building meaning didn't come easy, but it's what changed everything for her.Luis and Julee also get real about the difference between talking about success and actually doing the work. They dig into the idea that confidence isn't something you're born with, it's something you build through repetition, failure, and showing up when you don't feel like it. There's a strong focus on personal accountability, calling out the mindset of entitlement, and replacing it with ownership and action.A major theme throughout the episode is being comfortable with discomfort. Whether it's starting a business, putting yourself out there, or learning a new skill, the message is clear: you're going to suck before you get good, and that's part of the process. Julee shares how embracing that phase is what separates people who grow from those who quit early.You'll also hear powerful insights on sales, networking, and human connection. From ditching traditional business cards to building real relationships, this episode flips the script on what it means to connect in a world driven by attention and algorithms. The focus stays grounded in authenticity, showing up as yourself, and creating genuine value for others.Key takeaways from this episode include:Why confidence is built through action, not waiting until you feel readyHow fear and familiarity keep you stuck in cycles that don't serve youThe importance of mentorship and coaching to accelerate growthWhy discipline beats motivation every single timeHow to approach networking and sales in a more human, effective wayThe truth about sacrifice, boundaries, and protecting what matters mostThis episode is a must-listen for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone trying to figure out how to grow without losing themselves in the process. It's honest, direct, and packed with real-world perspective that cuts through the noise.If this conversation hit home, make sure to follow I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman on your favorite podcast platform, leave a review, and share the episode with someone who needs it. You can connect with Luis Guzman on social media for more behind-the-scenes content, clips, and updates on upcoming guests. Stay tapped in, keep creating, and remember, you don't have to sell out to build something real.
Marriage will change you — the question is, will it change you for better or worse?In this episode, we get honest about six real ways marriage has shaped, stretched, and sanctified us — the good stuff AND the uncomfortable stuff. From sin being exposed (yes, including the t-shirt drawer debate) to learning that love is a daily choice and not just a feeling, this one's a candid conversation you'll want to share with your spouse.In this episode:Why marriage exposes sin you didn't even know you hadHow close proximity forces you to think about others moreWhy structure and discipline in marriage creates MORE freedomThe conflict skills they had to learn the hard wayThe humbling reality of thinking you know it all before kidsWhy love is a choice — and what that looks like in the real, tired momentsOne Degree Shift: Ask your spouse this week — "How can I best serve you this week?" — and then actually do it.
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Today's episode is a reminder that you don't need another cleanse. You need to understand why your body can't handle the one you're already doing.If you've been trying all the “right” things—juice cleanses, supplements, detox protocols—and still feel bloated, exhausted, anxious, or stuck… this episode is going to shift everything.In this conversation, Dr. Danielle breaks down the real reason detox isn't working for you—and it has nothing to do with your willpower. It comes down to drainage.Your body was designed to detox. It was created with a built-in system to eliminate waste, regulate hormones, and keep you functioning at a high level. When that system gets backed up, everything else starts to fall apart—your energy, your digestion, your mood, your skin, even your spiritual clarity.This is where most people get it wrong. They jump straight into detox without opening the pathways that actually allow the body to release.Inside this episode, you'll learn:Why detox protocols can actually make you feel worseThe exact role your liver, gut, lymph, and nervous system play in healingSigns your drainage system is overloaded (and what your body is trying to tell you)Simple, foundational steps to start supporting detox the right wayThe connection between emotional, physical, and spiritual “clogging”This is your invitation to stop guessing, stop overloading your body, and start working with it the way it was designed.SERVICES & MEMBERSHIPS:Register Below for Wednesday's Free Workshop on Zoom: The 3 Things Keeping Your Body Inflamed, Exhausted, and StuckBlood Sugar ExplorersAdventurerSubstackCoffee Cafe RegistrationHow to Fix Your Energy Cravings and MoodFirst Steps ClinicBeholdWork With Dr. DanielleFoundational PackageComprehensive PackageAmazon StorefrontFREE RESOURCES:Dr. Danielle's Root Cause Reset Guide
Mike Mack is back on the Rooted in Christ Podcast, and this conversation goes deep.From celebrating 10 years of the Elevation Conference to breaking down the real challenges of building faith-based events, Mike shares wisdom on Christian hip-hop, artist development, and what it truly means to create for the Kingdom.In this episode, we dive into:The evolution of the Elevation Conference—from a church basement to a full-scale festivalWhy Christian events often feel “safe” and how to break the moldThe importance of cultural diversity in worship and creative spacesReal talk on booking artists, building events, and avoiding costly mistakesBehind-the-scenes insight into the Christian hip-hop industryHow to start your own faith-based event the right wayThe heart posture needed to build for impact—not profitMike also shares powerful insight on resistance in faith-based work, the reality of funding challenges, and why obedience matters more than popularity.If you're an artist, creative, promoter, or someone passionate about faith and culture—this episode is for you.Plus: A look at this year's Elevation Festival lineup, artist development opportunities, and what's next for the movement.The episode closes with a powerful prayer for vision, provision, and salvation.
Rebecca and Shaun are joined by Maegan Blau, owner of Blue Copper Design in the Phoenix area, for a conversation about accessibility, aging in place, and why thoughtful design should support people through every stage of life. Maegan shares how her lived experience as a wheelchair user shaped her design perspective and why accessibility has become such a central part of her business.They dig into the misconceptions that keep homeowners and designers from planning ahead, from the belief that accessibility is only needed “later” to the idea that it has to look clinical or cost dramatically more. Along the way, they also talk about designing for seniors, the future of accessible interiors, social media hot takes, and a few delightfully chaotic sidebars only this club could deliver.In this episode they discuss:Why Maegan believes seniors are often the best entry point for conversations about accessibility and aging in placeCommon misconceptions around accessible design, including the idea that it is ugly, overly expensive, or only necessary after a crisisHow designers can make homes more flexible with features like curbless showers, wider doorways, blocking for future grab bars, and hybrid cabinetryThe difference between accessible design, ADA guidelines, universal design, and aging-in-place planning in residential interiorsWhy waiting until an injury, illness, or mobility change happens is usually too late for smart and seamless home updatesHow Maegan is using social media to educate both designers and homeowners about accessibility in a more practical and relatable wayThe challenge of building a design business that serves an underserved population while still sustaining a luxury service modelA mix of industry chatter on portfolios, newsletters, design process tools, celebrity house features, and the realities of sharing opinions onlineMentioned:Blue Copper DesignBlue Copper Design on FacebookBlue Copper Design on InstagramOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, & Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca's InstagramShaun's InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on PatreonDesign Resources - Check out our shop
In this episode, Varun, co-founder of Yoodli, shares insights into how his startup leverages AI to enhance communication skills, from public speaking to enterprise sales training. Tune in to understand how AI can empower humans rather than replace them, and the strategic evolution from consumer to enterprise products.Key Topics:The origin story of Yoodli and its focus on helping people find their voiceTransition from B2C to B2B: What was learned along the wayThe role of storytelling as a meta-skill in a world dominated by AIUsing AI to make communication more authentic and humanHow large organizations like Google and Snowflake are integrating YoodliThe evolution of AI capabilities, from role plays to experiential learningBuilding modular, customizable AI products that adapt to customer needsThe importance of deep integrations and the challenge of SaaS vendor proliferationReal-world growth stats: 900% revenue increase and millions of usersInsights into leadership, authenticity on social media, and the value of vulnerabilityPersonal stories from Sergey Brin's projects and leadership lessons learnedTimestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Varun and Yoodli's journey 02:01 – Early days of Yoodli: Founding thesis and initial challenges 04:19 – Key lessons about public speaking skills 05:45 – The importance of recording and reviewing oneself 06:25 – Describing Yoodli as “Duolingo for public speaking” 07:25 – The role of storytelling in high-performance communication 08:21 – Building AI to enhance, not replace, human authenticity 09:07 – Judgment as a differentiator in AI-enabled work 10:01 – How Yoodli expanded into enterprise with Google & others 11:24 – Social media as a branding tool for founders 12:38 – The impact of authenticity on LinkedIn and lead generation 14:09 – The Google GTM training case study: How it started 15:07 – Product features for enterprise sales training 16:05 – Impact on sales onboarding and role play automation 17:32 – The future of experiential learning and AI role plays 20:17 – The broader vision for AI in education and training 21:26 – Impressive growth stats and customer insights 22:01 – The technological foundation: Modular AI architectures 23:52 – The influence of LLM improvements on product features 24:46 – The commoditization of AI role plays and experiential learning 25:12 – Building deep, customizable, scalable AI solutions 26:36 – The importance of scale and deep integrations 30:03 – Product differentiation through vertical focus and deep specialization 33:07 – Market challenges: Demand, consolidation, and customer expectations 34:42 – How to find and connect with Varun 35:30 – Sergey Brin's projects, leadership lessons, and human insights 37:36 – Overcoming imposter syndrome: Everyone's learning curve39:01 – Final reflections and looking aheadResources & Links:Varun on LinkedinNataraj on LinkedinTry Yoodli
Have you ever realized that you're living someone else's dream instead of your own? Today's guest walked away from a lucrative five-figure salary in the luxury yachting industry to create a scalable coaching business that generates six figures, from working just 15 hours per week. You'll learn her proven frameworks for building simple, scalable businesses using strategic social media, ideal client positioning, and her signature approach that helps coaches and entrepreneurs create profitable businesses aligned with their dream lifestyles. Join us to learn more!Sara Vezensek grew up in Slovenia, a place where the world of luxury yachts was something only seen in movies. By her early 20s, she had already immersed herself in that world, working as a private chef on superyachts, flying in private jets, managing million-dollar deals, and earning $15,000 per month. From the outside, it looked like a dream lifestyle, but she felt trapped. She was constantly on call and felt completely disconnected from her own freedom and purpose. Now, Sara is an online business coach and mentor who helps ambitious women turn their lived experiences into profitable, freedom-based businesses. She is known for helping her clients package their brilliance into high-impact offers, shift their money mindsets, and finally stop trading time for money. Sara is bold, real, and passionate about helping women build businesses that support the lives they want.Show Highlights:Sara's unconventional rise: How grit and determination opened doors to working in the luxury yacht industrySteps Sara took to fulfill her passion:Mindset shiftsAligned actionsDetermination to be THE best at her job and go above and beyond in every wayThe “golden handcuffs” of living someone else's life and having the courage to walk away from something greatSara's “big enough” WHY that offered “funds and freedom.”The “triangle of idea” framework: passion, problem-solving, and profitUsing social media as a strategic business tool, not for influenceHow Sara uses her Instagram account to help people feel seen, heard, and understoodGet clear about your ideal client. Use the “movie script” method.Understand how to close sales leads.Stop being busy; start being profitable.Sara's big wins as a small business owner:Believing and trusting in herselfFinding her voiceSimplifying and scaling her businessPositioning and pricing herself as an expertHighlights of Sara's 15-hour work weekSara's key takeaway: “Business CAN be simple and scalable.”Resources:Connect with Sara VezensekInstagram, She Thrives Podcast, and Free gifts for listeners: Million Dollar Course Idea and 100k in Sales in 1.5 MonthsConnect with MegSign up here for the ENROLL MORE CLIENTS 5 DAY CHALLENGE!Explore the STaR Coach Show Mentor Program. We are enrolling NOW for this summer!Subscribe to the STaR Coach Show YouTube Channel!Explore over 480 past episodes and other helpful resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com.Explore the STaR Coach Community and see what's available there for you!Mentioned in this episode:Enroll More Clients: Clarity SprintDo you love coaching, but when it comes to enrolling clients, writing your bio, or posting online, you freeze? Or fall into “coach speak” that doesn't actually connect? That's not a you problem. It's a messaging problem—and it's costing you clients. Join me for my free, live five-day experience: Enroll More Clients: Clarity Sprint. From March 16–20 at 9 a.m. Central, I'll help you get crystal clear on your ideal client, refine your message so it actually resonates, and create a confidence statement that makes booking a call the obvious next step. No fluff, just clarity, you can use immediately. Grab your free spot at: https://starcoachshow.com/5dayEnroll More Clients: Clarity Sprint
Most businesses struggle with growth not because they lack effort — but because they lack focus.When you try to serve everyone, your messaging becomes generic, your positioning weakens, and your sales conversations lose impact.In this episode, we break down why defining a clear ideal customer profile (ICP) is one of the most important decisions you can make, and how narrowing your focus actually creates more opportunities — not less.We also explore:Why broad targeting leads to weak messagingHow to think about your ideal client in a practical wayThe difference between activity and real progress in salesWhy focus improves both confidence and conversionThis is Episode 2 of the How To Get More Clients mini-series.If you work in B2B sales, SaaS, professional services, or revenue leadership, this episode will challenge common sales assumptions and help you build a more effective sales process.⭐ Unlock free resources (templates, frameworks & prompts):https://coachpilot.beehiiv.com/Join the community & access 157+ templates, frameworks and mega AI prompts used by top revenue teams.Watch Full Episode on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@revenueleadersFollow us:https://www.instagram.com/davidfastuca/
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In this episode, Eric Stark breaks down the #1 mistake people make when upgrading an RV toilet: assuming the new toilet will connect the same way as the old one. The floor mounting is usually straightforward, but the water supply connection is where most upgrades get hung up—different fittings, different angles, and sometimes a water line that needs to be replaced or adapted. Eric also covers what really matters when choosing a replacement toilet (spoiler: it's not the brand name). You'll learn the measurements to check before you buy, including the bolt spacing and the “back-to-wall” clearance that can make certain upgraded models sit too deep or not fit at all. Plus, listeners are invited to share what black tank treatments have worked best for them, and Eric wraps up with a look at new Camco sewer hose fitting upgrades designed to make hookups easier and more reliable. Episode Focus: RV toilet replacement and upgrades — what actually causes problems, and how to avoid them. What we cover The #1 RV toilet upgrade mistake:assuming thewater connectionis universal Whybrand usually doesn't matterfor mounting: most RV toilets bolt down to the flange in a similar wayThe real “gotchas” when swapping toilets:Water supply line fitment(may need a new line, adapter, or reroute)Fitting types and anglesthat change between modelsClearance to the wall(“too deep” problems when upgrading to larger/elongated styles)What to measurebeforeyou order:Base footprint and bolt positionDistance from mounting bolts to the wallWater line location and accessPractical tips fromEric Starkfor a smoother install:Don't assume—verify your connection type and space Plan for a water line update even if the toilet swap looks “simple” Confirm you can still access fittings after the new toilet is in placeCommunity question:What black tank treatments work best for you?Let Me Know?Gear talk / wrap-up:A look atCamco's newer sewer hose fittingsand why they can make connections faster, cleaner, and more reliable Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Here is a link to the 2 RV Accessory Catalogs - 2026 RV Catalogs Camco Sewer Hose Cool Fittings - Latest Fittings that Swivel and Light Up PICQUIC RV Screwdriver - RV Driver w/ Bits Contact Us - Call, Text, Video, Email Our Online Resources: The Smart Rver YouTube Channel - Check Out Our No-Nonsense YouTube Videos Sunpro Mfg - RV Sunshade, Windshield Covers & Slide Out Awning Fabrics Hot Boat Ropes - Marine Cordage- Anchor Lines, Dock Lines, Tow Lines, etc. Top Rated Podcast - The Smart RVer Podcast Website
Ever wondered how to get your business found on Google? It's all in your SEO Marketing, and in this episode, Jenna sits down with Canadian SEO expert Matt Diamante to break down exactly what SEO is, why it matters, and how even the least techy business owner can start getting found online today.What You'll Hear:What SEO is, explained in a beginner-friendly wayThe #1 most underrated tool for getting found on Google and how to use it assapHow one local service business went from $20K to $120K/month using SEO aloneA pep talk around running your business long termHow to use AnswerThePublic.com (a free tool) to find exactly what your customers are searching for on GoogleHow to use ChatGPT to help you write an SEO blog post in under an hourThe best part about search engine optimization for small business is that it plays the long game, which means the sooner you start, the more your results will grow over time, sending more traffic to your business (aka more clients!)Whether you're brand new to SEO marketing or you've been putting off your website like Jenna (no judgment), this episode will show you that getting found on Google is simpler than you think. Search engine optimization for small business owners doesn't require a tech background — just consistency, the right keywords, and a willingness to play the long game. If you want more eyes on your business without spending a dollar on ads, this one's for you.
This week, TJ reflects on reaching 500 career wins and the lessons learned across more than two decades of coaching. From early experimentation and self-doubt to hard conversations and fighting for team culture, he shares the pivotal experiences that have shaped his philosophy. Show Notes:Reflecting on 500 career wins and the journey to get thereEarly coaching struggles and lessons learned the hard wayThe mentors and influences that shaped the philosophyExperimentation, growth, and finding a coaching identityDefining culture before chasing resultsThe role of hard conversations in leadership growthShifting from proving yourself to serving othersPerspective gained through adversity and setbacksBalancing competitive drive with long-term impactBuilding trust and accountability within a programCoaching from a place of significance, not insecurityThe importance of relationships over recordsWhat 500 wins really represent beyond the scoreboardSend us a Message. If you'd like us to reply, include your contact info.After analyzing over 100 million shots, basketball data scientists at Noah Basketball have uncovered the formula of the perfect shot, helping players on 28 of 30 NBA teams improve their accuracy faster than ever before.This same patented shot-tracking technology is now available to you in the Noah Backboard for a fraction of the cost. Learn more today at noahbasketball.com. Inquire while supplies last! Register for a PGC Basketball camp today and register to be a PGC Partner Program to receive exclusive discounts: https://pgcbasketball.com/partner