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Its Week 3 of Horror Month. We talk about the horror movies we watched all week, some affirmations, and the m3p community's picks on favorite final girls. We also tell you who and what are our favorite werewolves, witches, and monsters. Affirmation of the Week: Success is not final. Failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts. Question of the Week: Do you think Terminator is a horror movie? What is your favorite horror action movie? Check out Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lorefield⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen to other amazing podcasters or just hang out with our amazing network by following our socials. For more on that check us out at. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktree.com/m3pnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠skylascrystalshop.etsy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Self Healing Crystals FREE GIFTS WITH EVERY ORDER! ⁠⁠Press Plaa⁠⁠: Positivity, Love, and Acceptance Become a member of the My 3rd Place Network Community and watch me live stream the podcast nightly on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok/evolutionofageek⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out candles and wax at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dark Fae Creations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Quality products, artistic designs, amazingly unique fragrances and clean ingredients. Every product is handpoured and created with love and a little bit of magic in Grass Valley, California. Check out these other awesome podcasts ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate It, Lets Watch It Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠F*** That Pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ride With Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KJ & A Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Toxic Fandom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or watch on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Only Funny To Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch It If You Can⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ email us m3pnetwork@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/m3pnetwork/support

In this episode, we learn how being a member of The MSP Growth Hub helped influence the transformation Simon's business. Simon shares how revamping his business model, making strategic hires and implementing robust systems allowed him to step back without sacrificing service quality or business growth. His story is a testament to the power of strategic planning and the right support, proving that MSPs can indeed flourish financially whilst achieving a better work-life balance.  Simon's journey with The MSP Growth Hub began in 2019. At that point, his business, which had been operating for over two decades, was feeling the strain of a classic owner-operated model—intense, hands-on, and leaving little room for personal time or strategic development. Cipher IT was a typical lifestyle business until embracing the structured support at the Growth Hub, which helped propel it into the realm of a 7-figure MSP. Simon credits the Growth Hub with providing the insights and accountability needed to pivot from daily operations to a more strategic role.  A pivotal element of Simon's success was adopting the "Owner Not Needed" philosophy, which is central to our teachings at the MSP Growth Hub. This approach focuses on building a business that works for you, rather than you for it. For Simon, this meant restructuring his team, delegating technical tasks, and stepping into a more visionary role, focusing on sales and future growth while trusting his team with the operational reins.  Throughout the episode, Simon discusses the specific strategies and changes that facilitated his shift to a four-day work week without compromising business performance or client satisfaction. His ability to maintain a 7-figure MSP while enhancing his quality of life is inspiring. It highlights the effectiveness of having a reliable team, understanding your business metrics, and having a steady flow of leads—all ingredients for a successful MSP.  Listeners will gain insights into how structured off-grid times, strategic team meetings, and clear delegation can transform an MSP from a demanding day-to-day grind to a more balanced and profitable business. Simon's story is packed with practical tips for MSP owners who aspire to scale their operations while also reclaiming their time—making this episode a must-listen for ambitious entrepreneurs.  Simon's journey from hands-on technical work to strategic management showcases the growth potential within the MSP sector when driven by informed leadership and robust support systems like those provided by the MSP Growth Hub. His success story not only motivates but also serves as a blueprint for other MSP owners aiming to scale their businesses to 7-figure revenues without sacrificing their personal lives.  For those looking to replicate Simon's success, the key takeaway is the importance of aligning team roles with business goals, focusing on strategic delegation, and making time to work on the business rather than just in it. Simon's transformation into a 7-figure MSP leader who enjoys a four-day work week is not just aspirational but achievable with the right guidance and mindset.  Connect on LinkedIn HERE with Ian and also with Stuart by clicking this LINK  And when you're ready to take the next step in growing your MSP, come and take the Scale with Confidence MSP Mastery Quiz. In just three minutes, you'll get a 360-degree scan of your MSP and identify the one or two tactics that could help you find more time, engage & align your people and generate more leads.  OR   To join our amazing Facebook Group of over 400 MSPs where we are helping you Scale Up with Confidence, then click HERE  Until next time, look after yourself and I'll catch up with you soon!   

You were meant to adapt and adjust. You were meant to be resilient and bounce back. You can get through anything you are going through right now! The key is to intentionally reframe your experience and remember resilience has been part of your history.   Power Phrase of the Week: “I can see the opportunity in every difficulty.” Quote of the Week: “Success is how high you bounce when you hit rock bottom.” - George S. Patton, US Military General

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In this episode, we explore the fascinating story of a pastor who shares insights on leveraging ChatGPT to generate an impressive income of $3,000 per week, uncovering the unique ways AI intersects with unconventional professions. Invest in AI Box: https://Republic.com/ai-box Get on the AI Box Waitlist: ⁠⁠https://AIBox.ai/⁠⁠ AI Facebook Community Learn more about AI in Video Learn more about Open AI

In this episode, discover the fascinating journey of a pastor leveraging ChatGPT, uncovering how AI technology transformed their outreach, sermons, and financial support in ministry. Invest in AI Box: https://Republic.com/ai-box Get on the AI Box Waitlist: https://AIBox.ai/ AI Facebook Community

November 26th Weekly Flash Briefing: Swimming Pools, Industry News, Business & Culture. Topics Discussed: Pal Lighting: Introducing the Inverter Heat PumpPool Brain: View route stop duration times on a graph Lyon Financial: Lock in 2023 pool prices PHTA: PHTA Economic Impact StudyFluidra: Fluidra Pro Academy in-person training classesSCP: New Mesa, AZ Location. Superstition Springs Branch 644Twinscape: Introducing Hydrofloors StreamlinePiscina & Wellness Barcelona at the Gran Via Venue in Barcelona Spain Pool Industry Podcasts Quote of the Week: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill Book of the Week: They Ask, You Answer: A Revolutionary Approach to Inbound Sales, Content Marketing, and Today's Digital Consumer by Marcus SheridanPools in Culture: Mike Birbiglia: The Old Man & The Pool

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James McDonald has reflected on his Melbourne Cup week success, which saw the gun jockey win the Derby, Oaks and another Group 1 on Saturday.

It is “A race” race week! How are you prepping in the week before the big race? This podcast will explore many of the aspects of preparation week, such as training, food/nutrition, and gear. In those two or three days before the race, what kind of race recon and race festivities are you doing/attending? What is your mindset as this week progresses? Are you relying on your support team or double-checking those final details yourself? Joining you from Kona, Joanna Nami, Jenn Reinhart, and Cari Lubenow will discuss how they prepared for their “A race” of the IRONMAN World Championship. Join us for this very informative prep checklist! For anyone interested in racing Challenge Roth in 2024, WE HAVE SLOTS. This bucket list race in Germany sells out in less than ONE minute every single year. But thanks to our new exciting partnership with RaceQuest, you can still register! Head to Race-Quest.com and click on TriDot (password TRIDOT) to check out our exclusive package for Roth. We'll see you in Germany! At TriDot, we trust 2Toms to keep us moving! 2Toms provides revolutionary products to prevent issues from chafing, blisters, odors and sweat. To make the switch to 2Toms, head to Medi-Dyne.com and use the code “TRIDOT” to save 20 percent on your entire order.

As more research and case studies emerge, the evidence supporting the benefits of a shorter workweek continues to grow, making it an increasingly popular choice for forward-thinking organizations. However, despite the positive outcomes, the majority of companies still struggle with the idea of adopting a four-day work week.In this episode of “Bring Out the Talent” we explore the findings from a 12-month study on a four-day workweek - unveiling its impact on success rates, revenue, well-being, and more. Joining us to discuss this popular topic is our returning guest, Jordan George. Jordan is a Principal Consultant and Head of Client Solutions at Curium Solutions US, an award-winning business transformation consultancy working with global brands.  Tune in as we arm you with actionable insights for navigating this transformative shift. 

Three things to know today Microsoft's Azure OpenAI Service now generally available TechAisle Survey Indicates Move Away from Hybrid Work, but Challenges Remain for SMBs and Midmarket Firms AND 4 Day Week Global Experiment Shows Positive Results for Companies and Employees, More Adopters to Follow This is the Business of Tech.      Support the show on Patreon:  https://patreon.com/mspradio/   Want our stuff?  Cool Merch?  Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com   Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mspradionews/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/

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In this episode, we talk about how you can do hard things. You are more capable than you realize.  You have a reserve tank that you haven't even tapped. You can move to the next level whatever that next level is for you. And you can do difficult things 

Star Citizen is having another good year, breaking records in funding every month, and maintaining average daily player counts of over 50,000 players. With Invictus Week over, news of Alpha 4.0 out in the open, and an exciting set of upcoming features on the horizon, I thought it'd be a good time to get the trio together again to discuss the state of the game, and how the latest event has us looking forward to the future. Today's Guests: TheAstroPub Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/TheAstroPub Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/TheAstroPub Twitter - https://twitter.com/TheAstroPub Execute Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/inforunners Patreon | https://www.patreon.com/SpaceTomato Paypal | https://paypal.me/SpaceTomatoPays Ko-Fi | https://ko-fi.com/spacetomatogaming Follow Space Tomato on social media: Website | https://www.SpaceTomatoGaming.com Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/SpaceTomato My Other Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPYlj5jmsH2_cmumBB6Jv1w Instagram | https://instagram.com/SpaceTomatoGaming Twitter | https://twitter.com/SpaceTomatoGMG Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/Space-Tomato-104355834643773 Discord | https://discord.gg/DZ7tvSU --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/launchsequence/support

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Subscribe to & Connect with The Host of This Podcast!   PART 3 – For the last 10 weeks, Aaron Montgomery has been walking everyone through a series of training based around the Success Principles, a book by Jack Canfield. Over those 10 weeks, there were videos from Jack Canfield, and worksheets provided to go […]

Subscribe to & Connect with The Host of This Podcast!   PART 3 – For the last 10 weeks, Aaron Montgomery has been walking everyone through a series of training based around the Success Principles, a book by Jack Canfield. Over those 10 weeks, there were videos from Jack Canfield, and worksheets provided to go […]

Subscribe to & Connect with The Host of This Podcast!   PART 2 – For the last 10 weeks, Aaron Montgomery has been walking everyone through a series of training based around the Success Principles, a book by Jack Canfield. Over those 10 weeks, there were videos from Jack Canfield, and worksheets provided to go […]

Subscribe to & Connect with The Host of This Podcast!   PART 2 – For the last 10 weeks, Aaron Montgomery has been walking everyone through a series of training based around the Success Principles, a book by Jack Canfield. Over those 10 weeks, there were videos from Jack Canfield, and worksheets provided to go […]

Subscribe to & Connect with The Host of This Podcast!   PART 1 – For the last 10 weeks, Aaron Montgomery has been walking everyone through a series of training based around the Success Principles, a book by Jack Canfield. Over those 10 weeks, there were videos from Jack Canfield, and worksheets provided to go […]

Subscribe to & Connect with The Host of This Podcast!   PART 1 – For the last 10 weeks, Aaron Montgomery has been walking everyone through a series of training based around the Success Principles, a book by Jack Canfield. Over those 10 weeks, there were videos from Jack Canfield, and worksheets provided to go […]

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Lauren Nicole Peters helps business women shift their relationship with TIME, understand the uniqueness of their brain so they can increase their productivity and plan their perfect week. She shows women how to tap into their desires and design a life and business that is filled with lots of success, happiness, AND spaciousness.   What I'm Promoting: Her "Plan Your Perfect Week" program is a 5-week live program where she teaches women how to 1) Discover their deepest desires and unique ways of working, 2) Redefine things such as their availability and their boundaries, and 3) Use her system to plan their perfect week. This program launches 4 more times this year, and her next one is in April. If this resonates with you in any way, you can receive a special invitation to her next class at www.yourperfectweek.com/invitation   Lauren's Links for Show Notes: • Plan Your Perfect Week Program Invitation: www.yourperfectweek.com/invitation • Instagram @lauren.nicole.peters • Facebook @laurennicolepeters and @yourperfectweek  

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Thank you for tuning in to Episode 195 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes & photos can be found on my website. This week’s segments included: Off the Needles On the Needles Brainstorming From the Armchair Crafty Adventures KAL News Events Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week Thank you to this episode’s sponsors: Knit Wit Yarn Shop, Imagined Landscapes, Invictus Yarns, JDStudios480 Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Cake Party Socks- Take 2 Yarn: Wisdom Yarn Pix in the Cake Party Colorway & Patons Kroy (cuffs, heels, toes) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams. Link to my Ravelry Project Page.  Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Black is the New Orange Socks- Ravelry Project Page Link Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Yarn: White Birch Fiber Arts 80/20 SW Merino, Nylon Self Striping in the Black is the New Orange Colorway Nanaimo Cardigan (Ravelry Project Page) Pattern: Nanaimo Cardigan (website link) by Tara-Lynn Morrison US 15 (10.0 mm) US 19 (15.0 mm) Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick in the Blackstone Colorway- Black with maroons, grays, browns. Trying small. Only 4 sts different in collar than Medium but with Super Bulky that makes a difference. On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Tranquility Scarf Pattern: Laura’s Tranquility Scarf by Journey Chanel Designs ($4 crochet pattern). Ravelry Project Page. Also available on Etsy Hook: I (5.5 mm) Yarn: Malabrigo Rios- Colorway Archangel (2 skeins) Wave of Change Jacket Pattern: Wave of Change Jacket by Denise Bayron ($9 US). Click here for my Ravelry Project Page. Yarn: Battenkill Fibers Yarn Mom purchased at Rhinebeck 2019 (9 skeins in blue)- bulky  Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm) & US 8 (5.0 mm) Cozy Classic Raglan  Ripped back this sweater because I didn’t love the fit. It’s not even back on a needles yet but this is progress. Check out my Ravelry Project Page. Watch me talking through this in my Fall 2020: Around Town & Around the House video on the Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel. Sweater Try-on is around the 10 minute mark.  Rainbow Ripple Bralette Pattern: Ripple Bralette by Jessie Maed Designs ($9 US knitting pattern). Click here for my Ravelry Project Page. Needles: US 2 ( 2.75 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) Yarn: Spunky Eclectic yarn purchased at MA sheep & wool (I think)  Gram’s Christmas Socks Yarn: Patons Kroy Stripes in the Sweet Stripes Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Brainstorming I talked about how I’ve set up my shawls in my closet to make sure I wear them all (instead of re-wearing the ones I love most).  From the Armchair Civics 101 Podcast from NH Public Radio & Corporation for Public Broadcasting.  Veep on HBO. Little Drops of Wonderful Vlogtober Videos Crafty Adventures Check out my new autumn video recorded during Rhinebeck weekend. Fall 2020: Around Town & Around the House video on the Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel. December Daily. Memory Keeping project started by Ali Edwards where you tell 1 story a day each day in December. Won’t be doing a lot of our “normal” holiday things this year- put that time into documenting traditions and highlights of holidays gone by.  I’m thinking of doing Vlogmas this year. What do you think? What do you want to see? KAL News Quarterly Quests! Get all of the details here.  Quarter 4: October 1- December 31, 2020: Slay The Stash. Of course we still want you to slay your stash so we added it to the very end. Use up any skein purchased prior to 2020 all the way down to the last 3 yards. Again, older than 5 years (as of the start of 2020) gains you an extra entry.Check out the Ravelry Thread.  Thank you Quarter 4 Sponsors: APLCrafts, AdoreKnit, Jennifer Lassonde Designs- Ravelry Link/LoveCrafts Link Pigskin Party ’20 Check out all of the details you need to know either in the Start Here Thread  on Ravelry or on my website.  Important Links: Rules– see what’s new and exciting this year.  Sign up Form– get your name on the Roster! Points Tally Form– earned some points? Get credit! Support Request Form– mixed up something when entering points. Let us know. Scoreboard List of Pigskin ‘20 Sponsors Pro Shop Sponsors Exclusive Items Coupon Codes Prize Thread Questions Thread End Zone Dance– come celebrate each other’s finished projects (this is not where you enter your FOs for points in the 2020 season. See Rules for details) VTKimmyKim- hosting a Netflix Party movie night on November 7th at 8:00pm EST. Movie= Wine Country. Check out this and other pop-up events in this thread in the Ravelry Group— or host your announce and share it here. November Interception Sponsored by Fibernymph Dye Works: Punt! Sometimes during the game, a team needs to just call it like it is, switch up the direction of play and punt the ball to the other team. We’ve all gotten a lot of practice with punting things in 2020. For the November Interception sponsored by Fibernymph Dye Works, we’re going to see what projects you need to punt to make them work for you. This challenge is all about making substitutions from what a pattern calls for as a way of making sure it works for you (your materials, your skill levels, your aesthetic preference etc). Check out this thread in the Ravelry Group or the full details posted on my website. Tune in to hear if you’re a Participation Winner for the month of October. Events Virtual Vogue Knitting Live- November 2020 For those of you who did our Pigskin Virtual Kick off Pre-game Stretch with Mara- just a heads up that Mara will be doing her first ever event with Vogue. Her stretching class for makers will be available as marketplace extra so if you’ve signed up for a class you can join in on this too! Dramatic Knits Podcast is hosting a KAL October 1-December 31, 2020 where I am the featured designer! Check out this Ravelry Post for details.   BIPOC Make Along: Runs 10/1-12/18  The Festive Sock Along with Amy Florence of Stranded Podcast. Stay tuned to her podcast Ravelry Group for details. October 1- December 1, 2020. #Festivesockalong2020  Beth MDQuilter (Instagram) and Abigail Covert_Knits (Instagram) teaming up for gilmorealong2020. Started 9/22.  Knit All the Yarn Podcast  #stockingstuffersmal2020 Check out the details in the Knit All the Yarn Podcast Ravelry Group. Runs from October 1 – December 31, 2020. No wips. Any craft is welcome! Kino Knits. Dumpster Fire 2020 Ornament(Ravelry Link) KAL. October 24-November 7, 2020. Post on public Instagram with #DumpsterFire2020KAL, and/or show proof of donating to your local food bank (no minimum – every little bit helps!) Life in Focus I had an invigorating chat with about planners and goal setting with my friend Melissa. I talked a little about how I’m doing things these days. Has the pandemic changed the way you plan your days/weeks/months? Want to hear more of my thoughts on planning? Check out my latest YouTube Video: Getting Organized, Setting Goals & Making the Most of 2020. This was a talk I did in January 2020. On a Happy Note I got out to Vote! Hope you will too Spent time with mom working on a memory keeping project for a friend. Looked through old photos and things while I was there.  2 trips to the library lately. Pick up quick visit only- can’t really stay and browse but that’s another thing off my 20 for 2020 list! Foliage! I adore it Getting back into working out after cortisone shot- inflamed sciatic nerve. Not fun. Back to regular massages though fear that will be cut off at some point with Covid numbers going back up in the US. Theragun daily seems to be making a difference in my most sore spots.  Boxing Day Bonus Shawl is being knit up by test knitters. SO excited about some of the color combos they’re using! My fav part. Folks often choose colors/combos I don’t think of. Texting with my niece Eme who is away at college, photos she took for her photography class. Texts from my SIL with my youngest niece Gabriella snuggled in the blanket I crocheted for her.  Cool weather for hand knits.  Happy mail- advent swap package! Check out For the Love of Minnies Group on Ravelry. Thank you Stephanie, not sure if you listen.  Also mailed an homemade yarn advent calendar to Sue of Legacy Fiber arts. She worked so hard on the ones for her shop. Doesn’t remember to keep one for herself. I figured she’s putting SO much joy out into the world, I wanted her to get some back. Had a BLAST working on it. SB supplies, stamping etc.  Quote of the Week “Success is largely the failures you avoid. Health is the injuries you don’t sustain. Wealth is the purchases you don’t make. Happiness is the objects you don’t desire. Peace of mind is the arguments you don’t engage. Avoid the bad to protect the good.” -James Clear Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

Good morning everyone! Welcome back to Motivated Entrepreneurs. Today is Sunday, the 13th of September. Today’s quote is from Richard Branson: “Success isn’t measured with money; it’s measured with happiness.”  I know so many rich people who aren’t happy. I know so many poor people who are happy. Money doesn’t make you happy, but it certainly has an impact on certain areas of your life. Money will always have a positive impact on things, but it’s not how I measure success. I measure success through how close I am with my family, through how happy my kids are, through how happy I feel internally. The sooner you realize this, the happier your world will be. Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2VkXGHq Listen on Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/39TYebQ Motivated Entrepreneurs Website: https://motivatedentrepreneurs.co.uk/ Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to Motivated Entrepreneurs Youtube Channel: https://bit.ly/3eA64u5   Cheers, Dean

In this week's episode of my podcast I want to share with you something that's not easy to talk about but it's really important to be open and vulnerable with what I'm currently dealing with. Success taboos exist in all areas of our lives and I'm really excited to share this concept with you :) Welcome to Spoon of Consciousness - this channel is dedicated to helping you create a better tomorrow, today! I'm a business coach & spiritual mentor and I post videos and podcasts about spirituality, personal development and living a conscious lifestyle. Join my Facebook group for exclusive content :D - https://www.facebook.com/groups/448422772626863/ Thanks for watching, if you'd like 1-to-1 coaching or have any questions please contact me on any of the links below - Twitter - https://twitter.com/OneSpoonAtATime Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Spoonofconsciousness Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/spoonofconsiousness Blog - https://www.spoonofconsciousness.com Email - info@sachinsharmalifecoach.com Peace & positive vibes. Music by Epidemic Sounds

Overcoming fear and breaking through self created obstacles. Why everyone needs to read a book a week, routine and habits for success as well as how not to care about the opinions of others. 

IG: @TheLifeofanExAthlete  Guest IG: @Bigjermnoperm   This episode kingtif brings on a special guest bigjermnoperm to talk on Self- Motivation. they speak on why having self motivation is so important for athletes and every human being on the planet. How self motivation relates to our success in life. What you can do when seasons of rough patches and down times hit. Finally leaving some tips on developing self-motivations.  Motivational song of the Week: Dreams by YFL Lucci Motivational Quote of the Week: “Success comes from the inside out. In order to change what is on the outside you must first change what is on the inside” --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kingtif/message

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 161 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   On the Needles Brainstorming From the Armchair In my Travels KAL News Events Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Infinite Twist, Kingdom Fleece and Fiberworks & Fibernymph Dye Works   On the Needles Dan’s Tourmaline Stripes Socks Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Yarn: Paton’s Kroy in the Tourmaline Stripes Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Autumn Stripes Socks Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Yarn: Paintbox Socks Colorway Stripes-Autumn Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Dragon Belly Shawl  Pattern: Dragon Belly Shawl by Johanna Lindahl (Free crochet pattern) Yarn: Teal Torch Knits TTK Splendid sock. 100% SW Merino. Stone Ground colorway Hook: F (3.75 mm) I'm working on another sample for a new design that will match the Riley Rose Shawl & Riley Rose Cowl.  This hat is knit out of Holly Press Fibers Sheepish minis (5 colors) - Petticoat series. I've started a new 4 color, fingering weight shawl design. Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to know when patterns are released (and to get the best intro coupon)   Brainstorming Just back from beach vacation. Wore my Amma crochet top and my Easy Swim Cover up which is making me want to whip up something else for summer. Any suggestions?     From the Armchair  Tune in to hear my review and some highlights from Atomic Habits by James Clear Atomic Habits by James Clear I also mentioned Gretchen Rubin's Better than Before& Jon Acuff's Finish  In My Travels   Tune in to hear about our recent trip to Punta Cana- we stayed at the Iberostar Punta Cana.  20 of us went to celebrate Dan's friend's Dad's 80th birthday. We ordered these silly t-shirts as surprise and he loved them. T-shirts are from Arielle’s Treasures  Travel Tips Run water through coffee maker (without coffee) to heat it. Finally got our answer to "how much sunscreen is enough?" Answer: 7 days, 2 people, 3 spray sunscreens (plus something for face). Rashguard and hats are a must. Traveling with own water bottle was great. Dan and I filled with ice and water at breakfast lunch and dinner to always have water with us. I brought small container dish soap and cleaned in room with a face cloth. Have a pen handy for immigration and custom forms. Pack an extra for a friend too! Always negotiate price with vendors when prices aren’t listed. It may feel weird - and you have to be willing to walk away. They WILL let you walk away if they’re not going to make a profit. KAL News   Slay the Stash 2019 Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins (purchased before 2019) - and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! Check out the May Post Thank you to Another Crafty Girl for sponsoring in May! Use and follow #slaythestash2019 on Social Media Slay the Stash Sponsor List- 2019 Official Rules for 2019  January- Fish Belly Fiber Works February- KnitCircus Yarns March- Holly Press Fibers April- Fibernymph Dye Works May – Another Crafty Girl  June- Flying Finn Yarns July- Sponsored by WindsweptMonique– yarn TBD August- Knit Style Yarns September- Artistic Lilly  October – Infinite Twist  November- 716 Knit  December –  Hypnotic Yarn Splash Pad Party- runs June 1 through July 31 2019   Check out the Start Here Thread in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group For Official Rules, click here. Pre Pool opener chat Poolside Chat (to be opened 6/1) Click here to see Coupon Codes especially for you from our sponsors! Check out Splash Pad Party '19 Exclusive Items Splash Pad Party '19 Prize Thread Use #splashpadparty19 to show us what you're up to to prep for the Splash Pad Sponsor Spots STILL AVAILABLE. Click here to learn more!     Pro Shop Sponsors AdoreKnit Fibernymph Dye Works Holly Press Fibers Infinite Twist Jennifer Lassonde Designs Kingdom Fleece and Fiberworks Kitchen Counter Crafter Knit Style Yarns Knitters Brewing Company Pearl & Plum Prairie Bag Works Sunsoaked Yarns   Snack Shack Sponsors Brenda Castiel Designs Heddi Craft Designs Kino Knits Knit/ Wit Designs Love in Stitches MediaPeruana Designs Remade by Hand Designs Windswept Designs  Events Wool Days at Old Sturbridge Village: May 25-27 9:30a-5p One Day Pass $28 for adults, $26 senior, $14 kids MA Sheep and Wool:May 26& 27 in Cummington, MA Fair Admission:Parking - $10 per car,  $15 for a two day pass 19th Annual Maine Fiber Frolic- June 1 & 2-  Windsor Fairgrounds Rt. 32, Windsor, Maine  June 1 & 2, 2019, 9 am - 4 pm  $5/adult, $8/adult 2 day pass $2/senior adult,  children under  12 are free. (3 hours from me- not sure I'll be going) World Wide Knit in Public Day- Saturday June 8th. Find an event near you! Check out the "Where are Jen & Lisa" Thread in the group to see what events we'll be attending and feel free to note where you're going to find other friends also going!  Online Event: Knit Girllls annual Stash Dash KAL will run from May 24-August 24, 2019 Watch the friendly competition with Jasmin and me on Instagram: #teambostonjen #beatcuteknitter Life in Focus 2019 goals- 10 patterns + Build Muscle   Designs Beginning of a new design is always scary for me but I talk a bit about how I work through that. I also got a lot of value out of  he Life Coach School- Episode 266 Why Change is Hard   Build Muscle   I'm participating in the #30x30stopstroke challenge The goal is to get as many as of us as possible to exercise for 30 minutes a day for 30 days in May—to help prevent stroke, maintain and increase our physical and mental well-being, and have some fun!     I've been trying out something new called the "on the clock" challenge I start stop watch on my phone when I first feel hungry. Drink some water and then see if the hunger stays the same or gets stronger. Many times I can go over an hour before anything really changes. It's fun when its a game and a good way to learn more about what my body actually needs. Hunger is not always an emergency.  I can eat any time I like... but its helped me realize I don't always need a snack when I think I might. On a Happy Note Software upgrade at work went well! Mother's Day- with Mom, Dad, Gram and my cousin Gayle-- played Skipbo, watched Red Sox and had a nice lunch together at Mom's house. Shared stories and photos from our trip. Quote of the Week Success is a few simple disciplines, practiced every day; while failure is simply a few errors in judgment, repeated every day.   —Jim Rohn ------     Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram:BostonJen1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

This is an announcement about the upcoming shows this week on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. We will be covering the marketing strategies employed by successful retailers over Black Friday.     ----------- SPONSORS: This episode is brought to you by: Klaviyo  Klaviyo is a game-changing email automation tool specifically built for scaling eCommerce businesses. I am not just saying it…I use Klaviyo in my ecommerce store as well in a number of stores I advise for. With Klaviyo, in just a few clicks you are able to activate pre-built email automation flows such as cart abandonment, up-sells and win-backs.  Klaviyo also seamlessly integrates with Facebook Audiences. If you’re an eCommerce manager, I cannot recommend Klaviyo enough. Give Klaviyo a try today on  www.klaviyo.com.  

What's up from Croatia guys. At the end of the day, this impromptu rant is at it's core about how we got deep into the 4 hour workweek 5 years ago, and basically set that as our mission. Which was sparked by a 2013 'too-weak' vacation to Thailand. I remember us saying in our shitty apartment.. "this is our new college assignment. If we can freaking graduate college, we can figure out this muse thing...." Of course it wasn't JUST the 4hww that led to our success, it was a combination of things. Here's a blog post of the other Top 5 'life hacks' that led the dream to become a reality http://livinthatlife.com/life-hacks-d... Don't know of The 4 Hour Work Week? Here's my summary: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... (it's a figure of speech title btw) ––– Give a Like

The 4-Hour Workweek isn't the end-all-be-all ultimate guide to success - but what it does do for people is open minds to what's POSSIBLE. Suuuch a long overdue video --- here's my ode / homage / tribute / review / summary / case study / story about what the book means to me. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEcpcsXd3yM&t=1s&list=PLIsHX7vpse9kSKXXEX9UnpM3omyW3Qa1c&index=19 Join our journey around the world – almost daily travel videos & digital nomad content.

Today's Commexis Cast discusses Google's continued success, and Twitter's improvements in their earning's reports. The Wall Street Journal's Jack Nicas and Laura Stevens reported on Google's explosive growth, reaching a 33% increase in profits in the third quarter. Twitter publicly revealed they had miscounted their total user numbers for the last three quarters, thrown off by third party apps, but still had more success in the third quarter with only a $21.1 million loss compared to last year's Q3 loss of $103 million, reports WSJ's Georgia Wells. And in news no one is surprised to hear, eMarketer's latest report shows that millennials prefer digital communication over speaking face-to-face. In fact, almost 75% of millennials in the United States preferred digital communication over speaking in person. Today's cast: Len Ward (Commexis President), Matthew McGrorty (Commexis Videographer/Podcaster), and Phillip Brooks (Commexis Lead Strategist). Join the Commexis team as we add context to these stories for the busy CMO. All the news you need to know–from our inbox to yours.

Justin and Hank share their thoughts on three success stories from around the globe recognizing the accomplishments of Sterile Processing Technicians and Leaders during CS Week.  

In this week’s episode, I’m going to share with you the crazy antics of this last week!   I’ll share with you: - All about the goofy face on Success Magazine this month  - The great unboxing of 2017 (my new book!)  - A 1000 person event I spoke at (and how to better perform onstage)  - This coming week (the launch of my forthcoming book High Performance Habits!)  Thanks for listening, commenting and sharing. I appreciate you. - Brendon Like this? All #TheBrendonShow episodes are now available at http://Brendon.com/podcast and include summaries, quotes and related posts. Brendon's new book is up on Amazon now! Get it now: High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way CONNECT WITH BRENDON Subscribe for YouTube: http://j.mp/BrendonsYouTube Subscribe for iTunes podcast: http://Podcast.Brendon.com Join the newsletter: http://Brendon.com https://www.facebook.com/brendonburchardfan/ https://www.instagram.com/brendonburchard/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendonburchard https://twitter.com/brendonburchard All these links and posts are about #motivation, #highperformance, and living a fully charged life. (And ad-free too, so please share and support!). ABOUT BRENDON Brendon Burchard is the world’s leading high performance coach, a 3-time New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most-watched, quoted, and followed personal development trainers in history. O, The Oprah Magazine and SUCCESS Magazine have both named him one of the most influential leaders in personal growth. SUCCESS Magazine featured him on the cover of the magazine in its October 2017 issue. Brendon is also in the Top 100 Most Followed Public Figures on Facebook, with over 10 million fans across his pages. He is the star of the most-watched direct-to-camera personal development show on YouTube. His videos have been viewed more than 100 million times. Over 2,000,000 students have now completed Brendon’s online courses and video series. He’s created 13 blockbuster online courses in personal and professional development, including the most popular motivation and high performance courses of all time. For these results, Oprah.com named him “one of the most successful online trainers in history.”  A #1 New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, and #1 USA Today best-selling author, Brendon’s books include The Motivation Manifesto, The Charge, The Millionaire Messenger and Life’s Golden Ticket. Brendon’s most recent work is High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way. He is also the executive producer and star of THE BRENDON SHOW on iTunes, which debuted at #1 on iTunes across all categories in its first season (previously titled The Charged Life). As one of the most requested motivational speakers in the world, Brendon has shared the stage with the Dalai Lama, Sir Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, and many of the leading influencers of this era. His live seminar events – named as “must-attends” by Entrepreneur Magazine – continue to sell out to audiences from around the world. Meet him at Brendon.com

When it comes to improving our results in life, there is only one variable.  Us.  We are the only thing that stands between what we have and what we want.  That's why personal development is so important.  When we improve ourselves, our results naturally improve. Show Notes A being board is a powerful tool for personal transformation. It's a visual reminder of the qualities, characteristics, and attributes we need to embody in order to improve our performance and our results in any area of life. Success begins within.  This is why personal development is vital to winning in business and in life. Developing our state of being is the starting point of all success we will ever realize. This exercise is one of the free downloads I include with my book, Just Be It!: The Secret To Having What You Want In Life Everything you do and have in life flows from your conditioned state of being. When you improve your state of being, you'll find yourself doing the right thing, at the right time, in the right way. Life is primarily an internal game.  When we change, everything changes for us. When you've finished making your being board, post it where you can see it every day.  Then, start identifying with the ideas you have on your being board. An example of an 8.5 x 11 being board created for success.   When working with it, keep the following ideas in mind: Repetition, consistency, and frequency. We live in a universe ruled by cause and effect. Being is the cause.  Having is the effect. A being board is a visual reminder that we are the cause of what we have in life. Most of us go wrong by focusing on what we want to have (the experiences, circumstances, and conditions). We forget to focus on the cause of having what we want (our state of being). So, focus 75-99% of your energy on what you need to be, and 25-1% on what you want to have. Set a clear intention about what you want to have, then let it go, and focus on being.  You'll have a much better chance of realizing your goal. Here are the steps to creating your own being board: Identify what you want to have? Then ask yourself what you have to be in order to attract or create it?  What qualities, characteristics, and attributes do you need to develop within yourself? Lastly, at every moment throughout your day, ask yourself, “Am I being it?”  If not, make a conscious effort to do so. This is a fun exercise for both children and grown-up's alike.  Going through this process will help you identify ways of being that will help you achieve your goals and dreams in any area of life. An example of a 5 x 7 being board.   Three real world examples of the concept in practice: To have love: Be attractive (inside and out).  Be interesting (and interested).  Be lovable.  Be kind.  Be thoughtful.  Be supportive.  Be entertaining. To have health: Be active.  Be flexible.  Be vital.  Be vibrant. To have money: Be helpful.  Be valuable.  Be a problem solver.  Be a solution. Do you see how important being is to having what you want in life? One Sentence Summary: To have what you want in life, focus on being (embody the qualities, characteristics, and attributes) that will cause you to create or attract it. Quote of the Week: Success is something you attract by the person you become." ~ Jim Rohn Resources Mentioned: Disrupt or be disrupted - An excellent podcast episode by Aaron Pierson about the importance of disrupting your company or market. Awesome Resources Created Just For You: Just Be It! - Improve your performance and your results in any area of your life quickly and easily! The Alchemy of Despair - 17 of the most effective techniques I've ever encountered for reclaiming your happiness! The Magic of Being - Teach your child how to develop their self-image in a fun, entertaining way! Connect with me Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Google+

52 Week Success Plan Part 3

52 Week Success Plan Part 2

52 Week Success Plan

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 101  of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles From the Armchair Knitting in Passing In my Travels Contest, News & Notes KAL News Events On a Happy Note Quote of the Week     Thank you to this Episode's Sponsors: Lilliput Yarn, Imagined Landscapes & One Geek to Craft Them All Off the Needles   Baby Ghost Ornaments for Halloween by Josephine Wu (free) I made 2 which you can find here and here. Halloween Hipster Ghost Amigurumi (free)   Little Friendly Ghost by Emily Michelle (free)   Distinctly Batty by Karissa Cole (free)   Batty (no specific pattern followed)- details in project page   Ninja (no specific pattern followed)- details in project page. Garret- has since requested, white, green, red and blue 2 Kitties You can find my project pages here and here. For all of these stuffed animals- the eyes/noses came from 6060 on Etsy.   Halloween Socks 2016 Pattern: Smooth Operator Socks by Susan B Anderson Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Yarn: Regia Arnie & Carlos line Color #02459 Too short. Have to rip back. Should have tried on before decreasing for toe New Design- working title is Neon Triangles Check out the details in my project page linked above. If you're interested in test knitting after this is tech edited, please reach out to me via email at downcellarstudio at gmail.com   On the Needles   Key West Socks OMG Heel Sock Pattern US 1.5 Needles Yarn: Knitterly Things Vesper Sock Spring Sonata Colorway First sock is done!   Legwarmers for Riley Yarn: Legacy Fiber Arts in the Steel Toes base. Colorway:  Sue Says So Needles: US 1.5 for ribbing and US 2 for body Pattern: None. Cast on 56 with US 1.5 needles.  Switch to US 2 after ribbing. Knit one inch then increased to 60 stitches. Planning to knit these about 15 inches long for Riley who is 8 years old.   Mary's Harley Socks   Pattern: OMG heel by Megan Williams Yarn: Wild Hare Fiber Studio Pinnacle Fingering in Hope Colorway Needles- US 1 (2.25mm)   Sunwalker Shawl Pattern: Sunwalker by Melanie Berg Yarn: Sun Valley Fibers MCS (Merino Cashmere Silk) Fingering in Kensington Colorway Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) Planning to make it smaller than originally called for. Notes from this Ravelry Project Page as my guide.   From the Armchair   I talked a bit about some of my new favorite podcasts that you may want to check out: Mekamika Shop- YouTube Podcast Hosted by Shamika. Phoebe's Fall Podcast In the Dark Podcast Accused: The Unsolved murder of Elizabeth Andes Up and Vanished     In this episode I reviewed: Filament No 1, Fall 2016 ebook   I think this is a beautiful collection and a nice value at $21 for 10 patterns. Click on the link above to see details or to get your own copy today! To be eligible to win a copy, enter in this thread in our Ravelry Group.     Knitting in Passing  In this segment, you'll hear some audio from my nieces Riley (8) and Millie (4) from a car ride to dance class the other day.   In My Travels    Dan and I traveled to Sarasota, FL for a conference I attend through work. This year I received the company's 2016 Voalte Innovation Award which was an honor. We loved Surf Shack for their delicious variety of tacos.     Contest, News and Notes   News: My Own Backyard is now available on Ravelry shawl release.     Contest:   Tune in to hear if you won a copy of the Grey Matters  ebook by Katya Frankel that I reviewed on Episode 100.     KAL News  12 Months to Christmas KAL 12 Months to Christmas FO Thread 12 Months to Christmas Chat Thread 12 Months to Christmas KAL Prizes!   Amplitude Shawl pattern by Greg Cohoon Skein of Worsted weight yarn from Tink Yarn in Lady Luck colorway Project bag from Freckled Whimsey- navy with hearts. Good sock size. Removeable wristlet strap. Ripple Ribbed Socks pattern by Susie White   The Big, Bad, Berg-a-long October 1st-November 30, 2016 (deadline extended) Knit any pattern by Melanie Berg (No WIPs allowed) 7 Podcasts Participating- each will offer prizes, you are welcome to enter in each group’s thread. Knitting Butterflies, Actually Knitting, Prairie Girls Knit & Spin, In a Sknit & Commuter Knitter Podcast, Knitmore Girls We are also working with 3 Indie Dyers for this KAL.Sun Valley Fibers, Lollipop Yarns & One Twisted Tree: beautiful yarns and kits. Check them out. Post your FO photo and details in the Big Bad Berg Along FO Thread in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group   Prizes: $30 Gift Certificate to Sun Valley Fibers 600 yard, 5 color tweedy gradient kit from Quaere Fibre Skein of yarn (winner chooses base & color way) from Octopus Yarns   Pigskin Party Our 3rd annual make-along hosted in the Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group that runs during the NFL football season September 8- February 6th (Monday after Superbowl- you can knit and post photos on that last day) The more projects you finish, the more touchdowns and field goals you’ll score and the more points you earn. You can also increase your score by using products from our awesome sponsors or meeting other challenges and by recruiting new team members. The more points you have, the more entries you get for the prize drawings. We also have lots of prizes reserved for participation  on Ravelry and Instagram to keep it fun and light if you’re not a hardcore player.  You can participate in as much or as little as you like. In short- it’s 5 months of fun, chatter, some good healthy banter and of course PRIZES!   Pigskin Party ’16 Wondering what this crazy KAL is? Check out this page which gives you the best overview with all necessary links. Check out the Rules but if you still have questions, come over to the Questions thread and ask. We’re happy to help. Put your Name on the Roster then claim your spot in the End Zone Dance Thread Continue to update this with all of the points you earn during the KAL Check out our amazing sponsors. Find the coupons here. Some of our Pro Shop Level Sponsors will be creating exclusive items for Pigskin Party participants. They may come out at different times and will likely be limited in quantities, so keep your eyes on this Exclusive Items thread in the group for all the latest news Scope out the prizes! Don’t forget to use #DCSPigskinParty2016 on Instagram so we check out what you’re doing and you can be eligible for participation prizes. Want to make sure you know the latest news about the Interceptions, swaps and other fun challenges throughout the Pigskin Party? Stay tuned to the Sidelines Games thread in the Ravelry Group. Thank you to our Pro Shop Sponsors! Berry Colorful Yarnings Bijou Basin Ranch Daizie Knits Fair Winds Farm Fiber Nymph Dye Works Knit Life Designs Knitcircus Yarns Knits4Comfort Knitters Brewing Company Knitty Kitty Bags Lilliput Yarn Media Peruana Designs One Geek To Craft Them All Pearl and Plum Plum Deluxe Tea Prairie Bag Works Sun Valley Fibers Sunsoaked Yarns The Yarn Sellar Yarn Geek Fibers Key Details Mentioned in this Episode   Interceptions Big Bad Berg-a-long will run as an Interception. Oct 1-Nov 30 Berry Colorful Yarnings- Self-Striping Interception- November 1- November 30 Need ideas: check out this Bundle: http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/self-striping-not-socks Chat Thread FO Thread I announced a new Interception- WIPs Interception. Dying to finish some WIPs that you started before 9/8 when this party started, but still want them to count for Pigskin Party 2016? Now’s the time! The WIPs Interception is finally here. Rules are posted in the Chat Thread and the FO Thread. Please post any/all questions in the Questions Thread. Prizes * $30 gift certificate to Knitters Brewing Company * DubbleBubble Sock Kit by Knitters Brewing Company * A set of Inversibles (Bounce fingering weight base - two 200-yard skeins) from Fibernymph Dye Works * $25 Gift Certificate to Beautiful Syster (Project bag maker) on Etsy * A pattern of the winner's choice from Knit Knight Designs * A pattern of winner's choice from Brenda Castiel * A pattern of winner's choice from Wendy Gaal of Knitters Brewing Company Winners: I announced the winners of the Plum Deluxe Interception and the October Huddle & Instagram Winners! Tune in to see if you won!   Events Vogue Knitting Live- NYC  January 13-15, 2017  On a Happy Note    Meeting anne at knitting group- didn't realize she lived so close. Test knit my Emelyn Mae got to see that in person. Bag sent by Beautiful Syster : looks a lot like this one 5 year journal: I selected The Happiness Project One-Sentence Journal: A Five Year Record by Gretchen Rubin Halloween! Making butternut squash soup. Comfort food without a lot of calories. Roast butternut squash, onions, carrots. Can add other veggies. Added veg stock into oven so didn't have to dirty another pan. left in oven at lowered temp. Immersion blender to blend up. 1 sp per serving (from the stock). Cousins visiting from FL   Quote of the Week Success is the ability to do what has to be done when the motivation to do it is gone. ------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram & Periscope: BostonJen1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

It's a question many business owners eventually face…does it make more sense to own commercial space or rent it? Both arguably have equal pros and cons. In this episode I talk to Jenny Poon, founder of eeko studio and Co+Hoots, about her decision to purchase the next space that is soon to become the new home of Co+Hoots. She talks about what ultimately drove their decisions and some of the biggest hurdles they had to overcome on the road to securing the building. Jenny also talks about the need to get creative around the loan structures and even funding the building…they launched a crowdfunding campaign (check it out!). Show references: Co+Hooots I'm in Co+Hoots Crowdfunding Campaign Quote of the Week: “Success is simple. Do what's right, the right way, at the right time. ~ Arnold Glasow Next week I'm in the lab with Nick Loper, founder of Side Hustle Nation. We talk all things side hustle of course! Be sure to tune! Until then, have prosperous week!

Like many entrepreneurs, Laura Curtis Retana ended up in a business she never dreamed she would be in. “I never thought I would go into marshmallow, although I've always really loved them,” she said. In fact, Laura initially went to college to study psychology. Every summer or semester off however, was spent in a kitchen, and it was clear a passion was brewing. “I just started falling in love with cooking and sharing food, and I ended up going to the Culinary Institute of America after I got my undergrad,” she said. “From there I went to New York and fell into research and development.” After work, Laura would spend her evenings in the kitchen experimenting with the idea of a gourmet smore of sorts. Little did she know, this little confection would be a game changer for her. After her stint in New York, Laura moved to Atlanta with her husband, it was there they decided to see if what she had created had legs. “My husband and I decided to put this thing out there that we had created at home out there into the universe,” she said. “We wanted to see who responded to it, how people liked it. We knew we loved it. So we put it up on Kickstarter.” December 2013. The campaign funded, giving Laura the affirmation she needed to pursue the idea further, but still she wanted to be cautious. Because, despite the validation, Laura's background was in food R&D. She was comfortable in the kitchen and crafting a product that would hold up and be appealing to the palate. It was all the business stuff that was the challenge. That is something many of us struggle with as entrepreneurs. We're well-versed in our craft, but it's the uncharted territory of running and scaling a successful business that forces us to learn as we go, taking countless little risks along the way. So how do you prepare? Unfortunately there's not a one-size-fits all template we can follow, but there are models and processes that have proven effective. One, is the idea of scaling out not up. James Kenigsberg, chief technology officer and founding member of 2U, a technology platform that partners with leading colleges and universities to deliver online degree programs to students globally, says scaling out helps startups form a more solid foundation. “I believe when you start a company it's important to build a base just like you would build a base for a pyramid - it's important for that base to be stable,” James said. ‘You figure out your architecture first and automate your processes.” James knows a thing or two about building a sustainable product. He has a long history with technology and product development at companies like The Princeton Review and Oglivy & Mathers, and now at his own startup, 2U, where they focused on scaling out early on. Scaling Out vs. Scaling Up. Scaling out and scaling up are terms you will most commonly hear associated with tech-based companies or those reliant on servers. It's akin to putting all your eggs into one powerful and pricey server vs. dividing the load amongst multiple lower-cost servers. The latter affords you the ability to add servers as needed, creating more flexibility. Applied in the business sense, scaling out would mean you are putting putting the processes and architecture in place to ensure flexibility. So hiring or ramping up production simply becomes a matter of replicating or falling into a process you've already created with little to no downtime. Luckily for Laura, the idea of building a solid foundation was something she was wired for, and it was working. “We don't spend money lightly,” she said. “We really think through how we're going to turn an investment around to make it worth while. But I feel like we've been really lucky and have had a smooth ride.” But then, as luck would have it, an unexpected order came in. Anthropologie, the women's clothing and home decor store, wanted to stock Malvi Mallows in their stores nationwide just for the holiday season. “That came out of the blue and it was something we could not have prepared for, and it totally blew us over,” she said. “But it's definitely helped us take a big step into 2015.” Meeting the Demands. Though meeting the demands of that seasonal order was a challenge for a small operation like Malvi, they were able to pull it off. There were long days, and some nights with only a couple hours of sleep, but she did have some help waiting in the wings. Her husband and supportive family members. “We knew we wouldn't have extended capital to invest in new kitchen equipment and labor, so it was a scrappy affair,” she said. But Laura was fortunate to have supportive family members to help fill the void. And this is something James actually recommends for startups…hiring people you know. “I would highly recommend hiring people you know,” he said. “If you're a startup, for the first year you probably shouldn't be hiring anyone outside of people you know. Because those are the people who can see your passion and get as passionate about the product.” Right now, it's just Laura, and her lean team of two part-timers - her husband and sister-in-law. The team scaled back down after the holiday rush. So what about the long-term? How do you know when it's time to hire? This is often a pivotal point for most small businesses. “We don't have a sales force…we're all doing it ourselves,” she said. “While it's a 24-hour-a-day job, we've pushed ourselves further than we expected to go just with our core team.” James experienced similar growing pains. “When we started the company, I was the only tech guy for a while,” he said. “You try to do everything, but eventually you can't do all those things at once, so you have to figure out how you will build your team and how you will shard yourself into other roles. You start by hiring one of each of the hats you wear and start building processes.” And that's exactly what Dean Heckler did. Dean is the founder of Heckler Design, a product design company that started out small but grew into a globally distributed and recognizable brand. The first hat he took of…customer service. “I was doing everything and it was becoming too much to try to keep up with new designs, or day-to-day shipping, and customer service as well,” he said. He said that hire was quickly validated, as it freed up his time to build the company. But what about all those other little make-or-break decisions business owners have to make? “Right now we're thinking about growth and what our next step is,” she said. “It's a big question. I think come across millions of those little make-or-break decisions and that's the big one that's ahead of us.” Laura is contemplating organic growth vs. seeking an outside investor, and timing of it all. Until then, she said she is along for the ride. But she has found value in the direction a few other business owners have provided her. Making Connections. “I feel like I'm kind of hanging on and along for the ride in a lot of this,” she said. “As for as growing the business, I'm out of my depths and have found it really valuable talking to other business people in a similar sphere, but a few steps ahead of me. I'm learning every day.” And maybe that's what this entrepreneurial game is all about….connections and serving as each others support system. Most of us don't come pre-programmed knowing how to grow sustainable business and overcoming the many challenges that come along with it. By passing along what we've learned, and seeking out the support of those one step ahead of us when we don't have the answers the struggle becomes just a little bit easier. After all, we all experience similar challenges no matter what industry we're in or audience we serve. Links: Malvi Mallow 2U, James Kenigsberg Heckler Design RUBY Kickstarter campaign Biz Hack: GQueues is a task manager for Google and Google Apps users. So that means it syncs with all of your Google Apps products like Gmail, contacts, Google Drive, calendar, etc. For instance, if you set a task with a due date in GQueues it will sync with your calendar. If you need to change the due date, you can either do it from your calendar or the task manager and it will sync across both. You an also attach Google Drive documents in a GQueues task or turn emails in to tasks. So if you're into task management systems and Google Apps, you might dig GQueues. There is a free version, but if you want the integrations, you have to upgrade to the $25 per year option. There's also a $50 per year option for businesses. Quote of the Week: “Success is never final, failure is never fatal. It's courage that counts." ~ John Wooden also known as “Coach” Thank you to Laura Curtis Retana for sharing her journey with Malvi Mallows, and Dean Heckler from Heckler Design, and James Kenigsberg from 2U for sharing their insights. Music in this episode: "Bellevue" by Gates and "Higher" by Sean D.

We read the 4 Hour Work Week, wrote down some goals, and started a company. Over 2 years later, we’re here to tell you about it. Plus some other stuff. Enjoy!