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One habit that has created some of the most meaningful conversations in our home is something surprisingly simple: family book club. It's not formal or complicated. Sometimes it's just reading a book over a few weeks and sitting down on a Sunday to talk about it for twenty minutes. But those conversations have opened the door to ideas and discussions that might never have happened otherwise. Recently, our family read the classic How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie, and it sparked one of the most practical conversations we've had in a long time. At first glance, the title sounds like it's about influencing people out in the world—at work, at school, or in business. But as we talked about it together, we realized the principle that stood out most actually applies right inside our homes. One of the central ideas from the book is simple: don't criticize, condemn, or complain. Criticism might feel productive in the moment, but it usually puts people on the defensive. When someone feels attacked, their instinct is to justify themselves rather than grow. Encouragement, on the other hand, creates openness. When people feel valued first, they're far more willing to listen and improve. Chris shared a couple recent experiences with our kids' sports that brought this lesson into focus. After a game, his instinct was to point out what they could have done better. The intention was good—he wanted to help them improve—but the criticism didn't land the way he hoped. Instead of helping, it left them discouraged and defensive. The next time, he tried something different and simply told them how much he loved watching them play. What surprised us was that later they came back and asked for feedback themselves. When people feel encouraged first, they become much more open to influence. That conversation led us to a realization we've been thinking about a lot lately: a person to be loved is always more important than a problem to be solved. As parents, it's easy to focus on fixing things—behavior, performance, mistakes. But when the relationship comes first, growth tends to follow naturally. And when we get it wrong (which happens often), modeling repair—apologizing, resetting, and trying again—can be just as powerful as getting it right the first time. For us, the real value of family book club isn't just reading the book—it's the shared experience of learning together. Whether it's through books, videos, or conversations around the dinner table, creating moments where a family learns together can shape the culture of a home in ways that last far beyond the conversation itself. LINKS: All Links Family Brand!  stan.store/familybrand familybrand.com/quiz familybrand.com/retreats.   Links For This Episode: How to Win Friends and Influence People' by Dale Carnegie: https://amzn.to/4bdF0k7 Smith Family Book Club Book List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/ourfamilybrand/list/1C9YQEQMOSQJS?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_SF4M1KEH4THWG32NS5XV  Episode Minute By Minute: 00:00 – The Smith family book club tradition 02:45 – Why families should read books together 04:30 – The impact of How to Win Friends and Influence People 06:30 – Why social skills feel harder for kids today 07:30 – The principle: Don't criticize, condemn, or complain 09:00 – Why criticism backfires 10:30 – A parenting example from youth sports 12:30 – Encouragement vs criticism 14:00 – A person to be loved vs a problem to solve 15:30 – Modeling repair as parents 18:30 – Ideas for starting your own family book club 21:30 – Creating shared learning experiences as a family 25:00 – Letting kids choose the books

In this episode of Pillars of Wealth Creation, Todd sits down with Clare Baukham of Clear Art Reserve to explore what art investing looks like and how it can fit into a diversified wealth-building strategy. Clare shares her journey from financial advisor to art syndicator, creating opportunities for investors to participate in high-value artwork through a structured, shared-ownership model. She explains how studying what billionaires do to build and preserve wealth shaped her investment philosophy, leading her to focus on alternative assets and long-term strategy. A key framework she discusses is her “3 P's” approach — Predict, Plan, and Persevere — anticipating trends, creating a clear roadmap, and staying disciplined through market cycles. Clare also shares how the value of the arts appreciates and how investors can share in profits when a piece is sold. At the same time, she emphasizes that art investing requires proper research and understanding before jumping in. This episode offers a clear look at art as an alternative asset and practical insight into building wealth through strategic, informed investing. Favorite Book/s: The Artist's Deduction by Robert Irwin, How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie & The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles Pillars of Wealth Creation 1. Vision 2. Standards 3. Belief System Clare Baukham is the founder of Clear Wealth Group and a financial professional with over a decade of experience in wealth planning and alternative investments. After building her career as a financial advisor, she expanded into art investment syndication, helping investors access curated fine art opportunities as part of a diversified strategy. Clare is passionate about teaching the principles she has learned from studying high-net-worth individuals and focuses on helping clients build lasting wealth through strategic planning and disciplined execution. If you would like to connect with Clare, connect with her on Instagram @clarebaukham or visit either of her websites: clearwealthgroup.com or clear-art-reserve.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PillarsOfWealthCreation Interested in coaching? Schedule a call with Todd at www.coachwithdex.com Listen to the audio version on your favorite podcast host: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-650270376 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../pillars-of.../id1296372835... Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZ... iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/.../pillars-of-wealth-creation.../ CastBox: https://castbox.fm/.../Pillars-Of-Wealth-Creation... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0FmGSJe9fzSOhQiFROc2O0 Pandora: https://pandora.app.link/YUP21NxF3kb Amazon/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/.../f6cf3e11-3ffa-450b-ac8c...

⬥EPISODE NOTES⬥ What happens when a cybersecurity professional knows exactly what's wrong but can't get anyone to act on it? It's a problem that affects security teams across every industry, and it's the central question driving Josh Mason's new book, Speaks Security with a Business Accent. In this conversation, Josh Mason joins Sean Martin to unpack why technical accuracy alone doesn't move the needle and what it takes to communicate security in terms the business actually understands. Josh Mason brings a perspective shaped by years as an Air Force pilot and cyber warfare officer, where mission-first thinking wasn't optional, it was survival. As a safety officer, he studied aircraft mishaps, analyzed black box recordings, and learned that risk awareness doesn't mean risk paralysis. The same philosophy, he argues, applies to cybersecurity: teams can acknowledge risk without letting fear of failure prevent them from supporting the mission. Drawing from books like Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People, The Phoenix Project, and The Goal, Josh Mason structured his own book as a narrative, telling the story of a CIO who transforms a disconnected security team into one that communicates effectively with colleagues, leadership, the board, and eventually beyond the organization. A recurring theme in this conversation is the danger of perfection as the enemy of progress. Josh Mason uses the Iron Man analogy of building an imperfect prototype, flying it, learning from the failure, and iterating, to argue that security teams need to embrace a similar mindset. DevOps teams have already adopted this approach, and security can learn from it. Inaction for perfection's sake, he warns, isn't going to get anyone anywhere. The conversation also examines whether the cybersecurity industry does enough to learn from its own incidents. Unlike aviation, where the FAA and NTSB mandate rigorous post-incident analysis, cybersecurity lacks a centralized authority enforcing that same discipline. Organizations like MITRE, Verizon, and Mandiant publish valuable trend reports, and the data is there for those willing to use it, but it ultimately comes down to individual responsibility and leadership within each organization. For anyone who has ever felt technically right but strategically sidelined, this conversation offers a practical lens on bridging the gap between what security teams know and what the business needs to hear. ⬥GUEST⬥ Josh Mason, Author of Speaks Security with a Business Accent | Air Force Veteran, Cybersecurity Professional, and Founder of Noob Village | Website: https://www.mason-sc.com | On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmason/ ⬥HOST⬥ Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine, Studio C60, and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast & Music Evolves Podcast | Website: https://www.seanmartin.com/ ⬥RESOURCES⬥ Speaks Security with a Business Accent by Josh Mason | https://www.mason-sc.com The Future of Cybersecurity Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7108625890296614912/ More Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast episodes | https://www.seanmartin.com/redefining-cybersecurity-podcast Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast on YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllS9aVGdiakVss9u7xgYDKYq ⬥ADDITIONAL INFORMATION⬥ ✨ More Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast:

Why purpose-driven work pays off, Founder and CEO of LERMA/   Pedro Lerma leads one of the most culturally impactful agencies in the world. The Founder and CEO @ LERMA/ has two small agency of the year awards, an A-list standout appearance, and an Ad Age agency executive award under his belt. Not to mention, his small agency has produced multiple Super Bowl spots for clients Avocados from Mexico and He Gets Us. In this episode of Question Everything, Pedro shares LERMA/'s method for producing work that both connects with and shapes culture, the tool he developed to combat AI bias, and how the "He Gets Us" client reacted when their 2024 Super Bowl spot went viral for the wrong reason.    What you'll learn in this episode:  How LERMA/ takes DEI a step further – and how that translates to results The three things LERMA/ and their clients do to practice cultural fluency  What the creative process for a Super Bowl spot looks like Why trust isn't built by being perfect, but by being accountable  Why Luis Messianu, Richard Edelman, and Pedro Lerma formed the MEL agency What being a service-minded leader looks like The headline that should've been written after the viral 2024 He Gets Us Super Bowl campaign How LERMA/ is combating generative AI bias  Why LERMA/ shifted from being multicultural to a cross-cultural agency   Why Pedro went back to school and got his degree at 53   Resources:   Learn more about LERMA/ on their website Watch LERMA/'s  viral He Gets Us campaign See more about the book Primal Leadership by Daniel Goleman See more about the book How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Connect with Pedro on LinkedIn

⬥EPISODE NOTES⬥ What happens when a cybersecurity professional knows exactly what's wrong but can't get anyone to act on it? It's a problem that affects security teams across every industry, and it's the central question driving Josh Mason's new book, Speaks Security with a Business Accent. In this conversation, Josh Mason joins Sean Martin to unpack why technical accuracy alone doesn't move the needle and what it takes to communicate security in terms the business actually understands. Josh Mason brings a perspective shaped by years as an Air Force pilot and cyber warfare officer, where mission-first thinking wasn't optional, it was survival. As a safety officer, he studied aircraft mishaps, analyzed black box recordings, and learned that risk awareness doesn't mean risk paralysis. The same philosophy, he argues, applies to cybersecurity: teams can acknowledge risk without letting fear of failure prevent them from supporting the mission. Drawing from books like Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People, The Phoenix Project, and The Goal, Josh Mason structured his own book as a narrative, telling the story of a CIO who transforms a disconnected security team into one that communicates effectively with colleagues, leadership, the board, and eventually beyond the organization. A recurring theme in this conversation is the danger of perfection as the enemy of progress. Josh Mason uses the Iron Man analogy of building an imperfect prototype, flying it, learning from the failure, and iterating, to argue that security teams need to embrace a similar mindset. DevOps teams have already adopted this approach, and security can learn from it. Inaction for perfection's sake, he warns, isn't going to get anyone anywhere. The conversation also examines whether the cybersecurity industry does enough to learn from its own incidents. Unlike aviation, where the FAA and NTSB mandate rigorous post-incident analysis, cybersecurity lacks a centralized authority enforcing that same discipline. Organizations like MITRE, Verizon, and Mandiant publish valuable trend reports, and the data is there for those willing to use it, but it ultimately comes down to individual responsibility and leadership within each organization. For anyone who has ever felt technically right but strategically sidelined, this conversation offers a practical lens on bridging the gap between what security teams know and what the business needs to hear. ⬥GUEST⬥ Josh Mason, Author of Speaks Security with a Business Accent | Air Force Veteran, Cybersecurity Professional, and Founder of Noob Village | Website: https://www.mason-sc.com | On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmason/ ⬥HOST⬥ Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine, Studio C60, and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast & Music Evolves Podcast | Website: https://www.seanmartin.com/ ⬥RESOURCES⬥ Speaks Security with a Business Accent by Josh Mason | https://www.mason-sc.com The Future of Cybersecurity Newsletter | https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7108625890296614912/ More Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast episodes | https://www.seanmartin.com/redefining-cybersecurity-podcast Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast on YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllS9aVGdiakVss9u7xgYDKYq ⬥ADDITIONAL INFORMATION⬥ ✨ More Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast:

This week on Mike'D Up!, Russ Hedge returns with a story of resilience, faith, and redemption. After facing stage four melanoma and the brutal realities of treatment, Russ shares how his strong faith helped him navigate through uncertainty and battle fear. He recently received the incredible news that he is cancer-free. But this is not only a story about surviving cancer. It's about choosing perspective when everything feels out of control. Rooted in the message of his book Life Happens…Then You Choose, Russ reveals how adversity can become fuel, how mindset shapes meaning, and why hope is a decision we make daily. When we are weak, God is our strength. Beyond the diagnosis, this conversation dives into leadership, business, and relationships. It pinpoints why community always supercedes audience. An audience tunes in…a real community participates. It unpacks how service builds trust, and how authentic connections always outlast forced transactional selling. Life will happen. The question is: what will you choose to do next? If you're facing a battle, building something meaningful, or searching for clarity in the middle of uncertainty, this episode will remind you that your perspective, along with strong faith, is your ultimate power.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Life Happens…Then You Choose The Experience with Russ & Scott Podcast The Go-Giver How to Win Friends and Influence People The Divine Equation My first interview with Russ   Connect with Russ:  Website Book Podcasts LinkedIn Facebook  YouTube    Connect with Mike: Linktree   SPONSORS: Social Chameleon | Transform Your Podcast   AFFILIATES: Libsyn: First Month FREE with Promo Code BEGREAT Riverside | This interview was recorded on Riverside   Want to become a show sponsor or affiliate? Email mike@socialchameleon.us   Copyright © 2026 Mike'D Up! with Mike DiCioccio | For permission to use this content in any way, please email mike@socialchameleon.us

Send a textI'm chatting with Matt Mattson, a writer, speaker, social mystic, & spiritual leader dedicated to cultivating sacred human connection. Matt is the founder of BETWEEN, an innovative and deeply inclusive global faith community that invites people into curiosity, conversation, and shared moments of meaning. His work blends ancient wisdom with modern insight, helping people notice and name the sacred woven into everyday encounters. We are here today to celebrate the release of his newest book, Cathedrals of Connection.Connect with Matt:InstagramFacebookWebsiteBooks mentioned:Kitchen Confidential by Anthony BourdainHow to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale CarnegieEverything is a Story by Kaitlin B. CurticeBook FlightAflame by Pico IyerThe Healing Power of the Santuario de Chimayó by Brett HendricksonHoly Envy by Barbara Brown Taylor✨ Find Your Next Great Read! We just hit 175 episodes of Bookish Flights, and to celebrate, I created the Bookish Flights Roadmap — a guide to all 175 podcast episodes, sorted by genre to help you find your next great read faster.Explore it here → www.bookishflights.com/read/roadmapSupport the showBe sure to join the Bookish Flights community on social media. Happy listening! Instagram Facebook Website

Why Average Thinking Keeps You Broke (with Michael Bernoff)JOIN THE BE WEALTHY MASTERMINDWant to join a room of entrepreneurs who think bigger about money? Email Katelyn@bewealthy.com with the subject line "Be Wealthy Podcast MM" to learn more.Michael: https://michaelbernoff.comhttps://www.instagram.com/michael_bernoff/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/user/bernoffBestselling author and performance coach Michael Bernoff joins Brett to break down why most people stay stuck at the same income level for decades - and what actually has to shift. Michael shares the real story of how he turned down the guy who started Under Armour, what Jim Rohn taught him in an elevator, and the $3 auto-transfer trick that built his first rental property. This one hits different.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction1:15 Growing Up Middle Class4:00 School Struggles and Arizona7:15 Turning Down Under Armour11:00 Meeting Jim Rohn14:15 Direct Sales Lessons17:00 The Two-Year Goliath20:15 What Wealth Feels Like24:00 Becoming a Speaker29:15 Power of Words32:00 Breaking Limiting Beliefs39:15 Old Identity Programs44:00 Money Conversations48:30 The $3 Auto-Transfer Trick53:15 Credit Card Optimization57:45 Parenting and Influence1:01:00 "Proud of Yourself" Shift1:05:30 Three Truths Technique1:13:45 Book RecommendationsBOOKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED- Average Sucks by Michael Bernoff- As a Man Thinketh by James Allen- The Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman- Trance Formations by Richard Bandler- How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie- The Art of Exceptional Living by Jim Rohn- Challenge to Succeed by Jim RohnCONNECT WITH MICHAEL BERNOFF- Book: AverageSucks.com- Instagram: @michael_bernoff- Text INFLUENCE to 480-800-8051GET CONNECTEDWebsite: www.BeWealthy.comYouTube: youtube.com/@bewealthybrettInstagram: instagram.com/bewealthybrettFacebook: facebook.com/brettbewealthyX/Twitter: x.com/bewealthybrettFREE RESOURCESFree Tools & Downloads: https://www.bewealthybrett.com/resourcesCost Segregation Studies & 45L Tax Credit: SingleFamilyCostSeg.comInfinite Banking Education: SaveLikeaBank.comSelf-Directed IRA: MaxOutRetirement.comTrust & Entity Structure: SetupMyEstate.comOff-Market Deals & Direct Mail: TheMagicMailers.com1031 Exchange: Exchange1031Now.comBookkeeping & Financial Services: BooksOffMyPlate.comPPC & Digital Marketing for RE Investors: ScaleMyDeals.comABOUT THE SHOWThe Be Wealthy Podcast brings entrepreneurs the strategies to grow their business - then teaches them how to think about their money. Because wealth is far more than money - it's freedom. Hosted by Brett Tanner & co-pilot Katelyn Mitchell.Mission: Get Free.DISCLAIMERBe Wealthy and its affiliates do not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be relied on for tax, legal, or accounting decisions. Always consult your own advisors before taking financial action.

In this episode, Tommy Mello shares with Brian the story of how sheer grit, hard work, and strong relationships helped him build a company valued at $2B, A1 Garage Door Service. Tommy discusses his humble, blue-collar background, where he worked on a series of jobs including busing tables, lifeguarding, bartending, and flipping cars —until a roommate introduced him to the garage door industry. Tommy started there first as a painter, before becoming the “go-to guy” for multiple companies, and eventually launching his own business. He also shares how the relationships he developed with mentors and other important people in his life informed how he treats the employees at his own company. Tommy also discussed the strategies he has learned and used along the way, including the key performance indicators (KPIs) that help him to continue to create business success. YOU WILL LEARN: How to move from hustle to leadership by building systems, processes, and accountability. A simple KPI framework to reverse-engineer your budget and start the year with momentum. The four questions he uses to help create a superior, client-service experience every time, no matter the customer's budget. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The E-Myth by Michael Gerber The Ultimate Sales Machine: Turbocharge Your Business with Relentless Focus on 12 Key Strategies by Chet Holmes The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Profitability is the lifeblood of a company.” — Tommy Mello “If I could help you get to your goals, can you help me in return? But I'll make sure I show up first. And man, that worked wonders.” — Tommy Mello “We never say the word ‘expensive'. We say ‘top of the line.' We never say ‘cheapest'. We say ‘builder grade.” — Tommy Mello "I'm the best I've ever been, but the worst I'll ever be—because tomorrow I'm going to be 1% better.” — Tommy Mello “If I were to talk to my younger self, I would say, ‘Don't worry about what everyone else says. Don't be afraid of someone saying no. Don't be afraid of rejection. Don't worry. The only person you've got to worry about is yourself.'” — Tommy Mello Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the most powerful character in the Mahabharata was a boatwoman?In this episode of Books & Beyond, Tara sits down with debut author Rupeen Popat to explore his novel Satyavati, a bold retelling of the Mahabharata's origin story through the eyes of a woman history forgot. Satyavati begins as a ferrying boatwoman, but her courage and resilience transform her into the queen who steered the fate of kingdoms.Rupeen takes us behind the scenes of his lifelong fascination with Indian epics, sharing his research process, stepping into the shoes of Satyavati, and deep dives that brought this book and the morally complex world of Hastinapur to life. From Bhishma's unbreakable vows to Ganga's enigmatic actions, the episode explores the conflicts, morally grey areas, and leadership lessons these timeless stories hold for readers today.He also opens up about his publishing journey with Jaico, what makes Indian mythology different than Western, and hints at the next books in the series that will shine a light on other overlooked characters. If you've ever wondered what really shapes history, or simply love epic storytelling, you won't want to miss this episode.Books and TV shows mentioned in the episode:Mahabharat (1988)Game of Thrones (2011)The Lord of the Rings (Film trilogy)How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Imagine spending five days of uninterrupted creativity in a serene, century-old Indo-Portuguese villa. Join an exclusive group of twelve writers for a transformative writing retreat. 5 seats left, apply now!Learn more: https://boundindia.com/retreats/annual-writers-retreatApply now: https://tinyurl.com/46rhn7hz‘Books and Beyond with Bound' is the podcast where Tara Khandelwal and Michelle D'costa uncover how their books reflect the realities of our lives and society today. Find out what drives India's finest authors: from personal experiences to jugaad research methods, insecurities to publishing journeys. Created by Bound, a storytelling company that helps you grow through stories. Follow us @boundindia on all social media platforms.

For the last few weeks, I've been going through my list of the 25 absolute best Business Books of all time. And today, I finish up the list with a few of my favorite marketing books. Then, finally, I give you the best leadership book of all time. So, if you remember back to the first episode in this series, I told you that How to Win Friends was the book to start with. It is so entertaining and so much fun that if you just read the first chapter, you'll be hooked.Today, we'll finish with the best book ever written about leadership. So, those two books make good... well... bookends to the series.In the remaining time on the episode, I'll give you a few books that people told me were fantastic, but as I read them, I realized they were absolute crap. You may have a few of these on your bookshelf. If you do, don't waste your time. They may be entertaining, but if you follow their advice, you'll likely make a lot of costly business mistakes.Show Notes: The Top 25 Best Books for Leadership of All Time(https://www.leadersinstitute.com/best-books-for-leadership-training-top-25-leadership-books-of-all-time/)

Adult friendships don't fail because we're bad at them. They fail because no one ever taught us how to maintain them without burning ourselves out.In this episode, I'm talking about building wealth in relationships -how old money relationships last decades without drama, performance, or emotional exhaustion. Not by being intense. Not by being everywhere. But by being predictably present in ways that actually suit who you are.I share how understanding your friendship operating system- whether you're a one-touch friend or an all-in friend- changes everything. There's no “right” way to be a friend, but there is a wrong way: performing a version of closeness that drains you or expecting others to show up in ways they never will.We talk about:Simplifying your social life with systems (calendars, repeat gifts, default hostess gestures)How to quietly learn people's love languages without over-explaining yoursLetting friendships breathe through kids, careers, distance, and life phasesAnd yes, I walk you through how to make friends as an adult without forcing it using the real formula that actually works: proximity + repetition + shared values.Because social wealth isn't about having a long contact list.It's about being someone people feel safe keeping in their life.----------------------------Go Deeper with Old Money Courses:Old Money Mindset to learn how to think like a wealthy womanOld Money Method to set up a money machine that grows your wealth effortlessly----------------------------Free Resources: Shop Amber's Classic Wardrobe Staples + Skin, Hair & Health Holy Grail ProductsOld Money Monthly Newsletter for what's rich in culture, shopping and our communityDownload your FREE Net Worth TrackerDownload your FREE Simple Money Plan (better than a budget, designed for your richest life)----------------------------Connect with the Old Money Podcast:Community: Join the Old Money Country ClubWeb: OldMoneyPodcast.comEmail: OldMoneyPodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @OldMoneyPodcastTikTok: @OldMoneyPodcast----------------------------Copyright (c) Old Money 2025.The content presented in this podcast is intended to entertain, educate, inspire and support listeners in their personal and professional development and does not constitute business, financial, or legal advice. Please note that this...

What Six Years and 200+ Episodes Teach Us About Winning in Sales Welcome to a special milestone episode of the Sales Logic Podcast! In this 6-year anniversary celebration, hosts Mark Hunter and Meridith Elliott Powell reflect on their journey from launching the very first episode just before the world changed in 2020, to creating a thriving sales community that gathers every Saturday morning. They share the lessons that have fueled their consistency and growth—like the power of accountability, always listening to your audience, and pushing through the failures that pave the way to long-term success. You'll hear behind-the-scenes stories, from recording in far-flung locations (yes, even at 2:30 AM in Hawaii!) to how guest engagement and adapting to changing market trends have shaped the show. Plus, Mark and Meridith offer their top tips for sales success, favorite episodes, and favorite books, all while highlighting the crucial role listeners play in making the podcast what it is today. Lightning Round: Mark & Meredith's Best Sales Advice Books: Atomic Habits by James Clear, How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie.

What Six Years and 200+ Episodes Teach Us About Winning in Sales Welcome to a special milestone episode of the Sales Logic Podcast! In this 6-year anniversary celebration, hosts Mark Hunter and Meridith Elliott Powell reflect on their journey from launching the very first episode just before the world changed in 2020, to creating a thriving sales community that gathers every Saturday morning. They share the lessons that have fueled their consistency and growth—like the power of accountability, always listening to your audience, and pushing through the failures that pave the way to long-term success. You'll hear behind-the-scenes stories, from recording in far-flung locations (yes, even at 2:30 AM in Hawaii!) to how guest engagement and adapting to changing market trends have shaped the show. Plus, Mark and Meridith offer their top tips for sales success, favorite episodes, and favorite books, all while highlighting the crucial role listeners play in making the podcast what it is today. Lightning Round: Mark & Meredith's Best Sales Advice Books: Atomic Habits by James Clear, How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie.

Harry discusses his farmily farms history, getting through the 80's farm crisis and his decision to shift from row crops to a grazing based operation. We discuss the different enterprises he runs, how he converts endophyte infected fescue to a diverse warm and cool season pasture mix, and much more!Resources Mentioned:How to Win Friends and Influence PeopleIf you are looking to add somebody to your team to help with your farm or ranch numbers, check out John Haskell and his team at ⁠⁠⁠https://www.ranchrightllc.com/⁠⁠⁠.Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.pharocattle.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information on how to put more fun and profit back into your ranching business! As always, check us out at Ranching Returns Podcast on Facebook and Instagram as well as at ⁠www.ranchingreturns.com⁠.For Ranching Returns shirts, hats, and sweatshirts check out https://farmfocused.com/ranching-returns-merch/To get more information on how Ambrook can benefit your operation, check out ambrook.com/ranchingreturnsIf you're interested in Farmatan to fight scours in your operation, call Paul Mitchell at 515-745-1639 or check out farmatanusa.com.

About the Guest:Sanjay Gupta comes from a family of trailblazers. His mother, the first woman engineer hired at Ford Motor Company—a refugee who fled India at age 5—took Dale Carnegie courses to conquer public speaking fears, making How to Win Friends and Influence People a family staple. Inspired by her grit, Sanjay pursued neuroscience early, became a White House fellow, and joined CNN just before 9/11, evolving from healthcare wonk to global reporter on wars, disasters, and outbreaks—while still operating in war zones.That's why Sanjay is CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent, a practicing neurosurgeon at Emory, a bestselling author (Keep Sharp), and a Dale Carnegie graduate. He credits the course (taken at 16–17) for turning speaking terror into TV poise for millions. Hear more about blending medicine, media, and mentorship when you listen to this episode of the Dale Carnegie Taking Commandpodcast.What You Will Learn:Insights into how family resilience shapes bold careersLessons in humility as a leadership superpower ("Say 'I don't know'—it galvanizes teams")Stories about Dale Carnegie's hacks like using names and unsolicited praise notesThe hard truth on brain health: movement grows neurons, but brisk walks beat sprints for optimal resultsJoin us for this deep dive into balancing dual careers, learning from everyone, and optimizing your mind for peak performance. Sanjay isn't just a reporter—he's a perpetual student turning lessons into action. Tune in today to learn from one of the best. Please rate and review this Episode!We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

Different gym owners need different leadership books.In this episode of “Run a Profitable Gym,” Two-Brain founder Chris Cooper shares a simple plan to help you use the contents of any book to improve yourself and your business, and then he recommends specific books in each realm of leadership.Self-Leadership (to go fast, go alone):“Think Like a Monk” by Jay Shetty“The Creative Act” by Rick Rubin“Courage Is Calling” by Ryan Holiday“Dare to Lead” by Brené Brown “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield“Drive” by Daniel PinkTeam Leadership (to go far, go together):“Be the Unicorn” by William Vanderbloemen “Good to Great” by Jim Collins“Vivid Vision” by Cameron Herold“Leadershift” by John Maxwell Peer Leadership (share the mission beyond your gym):“Influence” by Robert Cialdini “Building a StoryBrand” by Donald Miller“The Go-Giver” by Bob Burg and John David Mann “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale CarnegieTribe Leadership (influence your community at scale): “The Wisdom of Joseph Campbell” by Michael Toms “The Dichotomy of Leadership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin “Enchantment” by Guy Kawasaki “Resilience” by Eric Greitens “Tribes” by Seth Godin Plus, from Feb. 9 to 13, 2026, only, Coop is giving away free digital copies of his 10 books for gym owners.Go to Gym Owners United (linked below), DM him with your biggest challenge, and he'll send you the right book to start with.LinksGym Owners UnitedBook a Call1:56 - Your leadership diagnostic6:31 - Self-leadership books8:44 - Team leadership books10:57 - Peer leadership books11:58 - Tribe leadership books

In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom sits down with Dr Steven Farmer DBA MPhil MBA, Chief Executive Officer of Alconex Infrastructure and Solutions Ltd, author of Soft Skills, Hard Numbers. Steve leads a multi utilities business delivering gas, water and electric connections to homes, while expanding into energy transition work across data centres, battery energy storage and solar. Steve shares a straight talking leadership philosophy that blends soft skills with hard numbers. He talks about rising from an apprenticeship and life on the tools, to senior leadership and board level accountability, then pushing himself through an MBA and a doctorate while working full time. The conversation moves into what servant leadership really means when performance dips, why poor behaviour is a fast route to the exit, and how leaders can build psychological safety without lowering standards. They explore the human reality leaders are dealing with right now, a workforce arriving already anxious, the importance of being excellent at receiving bad news, and the practical power of one simple principle: do not make life worse for people at work. Steve also unpacks his doctorate research into values based recruitment in construction, and why the industry needs a new story if it wants young talent to choose trade and craft over debt and drift. Expect clear thinking, grounded experience, and leadership that respects people while still hitting the numbers. Key moments and ideas • The route to CEO, and why effort beats talent when talent coasts • Doctorate level work while leading a business, what it really takes • Values based recruitment and making construction a cause people want to join • Servant leadership without softness, command without control • Psychological safety and performance, do not shoot the messenger • Bad news is like fresh bread, better when it is new • High performance, low tolerance, high nurture, the leadership balance • Creating workplaces where people do not get the Sunday scaries • One leadership book Steve would still recommend: Dale Carnegie, How to Win Friends and Influence People GuestDr Steven Farmer DBA MPhil MBAChief Executive Officer, Alconex Infrastructure and Solutions LtdAuthor, Soft Skills Delivering Hard Numbers HostGuy BloomLeadership Development, Executive Coaching and Team EffectivenessLiving Brave LeadershipLeadership Bites podcast To find out more about Guy Bloom and his award winning work in Team Coaching, Leadership Development and Executive Coaching click below.The link to everything CLICK HEREUK: 07827 953814Email: guybloom@livingbrave.com Web: www.livingbrave.com

“Success unshared is failure.” That's the guiding mantra John Paul DeJoria lives with conviction throughout every part of his life. It's also the title of his soon to-be-released new book. In this episode of It's a Good Life, host Brian Buffini asks DeJoria to share details from his life which started out as a child selling Christmas cards, trying different jobs as a young adult (some more successful than others) and then partnering with the hairstylist Paul Mitchell to create the iconic billion-dollar global brand, John Paul Mitchell Systems. DeJoria also shares the mindset practices that helped him stay steady through rejection, why positivity is a discipline, and the “reorder business” principle every entrepreneur needs to understand if they want sustainable success. YOU WILL LEARN: Why the phrase “success unshared is failure” continues to propel every part of DeJoria's life. The practical, as well as creative, tactics that DeJoria used to co-found and build and accelerate John Paul Mitchell Systems to its status as an iconic global brand. How to develop rejection-proof resilience, stay positive under pressure, and the importance of building a business that earns repeat customers. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Success Unshared is Failure by John Paul DeJoria How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “When you like what you do, who you do it with and who you do it for, you're not working anymore.” — John Paul DeJoria “Forgive yourself first for anything you did that you regret. You cannot change yesterday's newspapers.” — John Paul DeJoria “When you start making money, do not change your lifestyle for one year.” — John Paul DeJoria “Entrepreneurs need to make sure their service or physical product is in the reorder business.” — John Paul DeJoria “The best advice I ever been given was from my mother — just be kind to one another.” — John Paul DeJoria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the secret to success isn't talent, intelligence, or hustle—but how you make people feel? In this episode, I break down the six most powerful principles from How to Win Friends and Influence People that will radically change how you communicate, lead, parent, and build relationships. Whether you're a CEO, a manager, a partner, or a parent, understanding how people think, feel, and respond is one of the most valuable skills you can master. Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you're ready to master your mind and create real, lasting change, click the link below and start transforming your life today.

Send us a textIn Part 2 of their conversation with Bethany and Corey Adkins, Dale and Brian get real about leadership behind the scenes—how you handle tough conversations, strengthen trust, and lead with clarity.They break down what it looks like to step into hard conversations with confidence, communicate in a way that actually builds trust, and create teams and partnerships that last. Then they zoom out to legacy—what we're building, who we're becoming, and how we want to be remembered.If you're leading people, building something meaningful, or learning how to have the conversations you've been putting off, this one is for you.Episode Highlights: Navigating uncomfortable conversations.Building trust in relationships.The importance of good communication.Leaving a legacy.Find More on A Force to Be Reckoned With:Listen to A Force to Be Reckoned WithFollow Bethany on InstagramLinks Mentioned in Episode/Find More on ForeverLawn:www.foreverlawn.comImpact Without Limits Instagram: @impact_withoutlimitsForeverLawn's Instagram: @foreverlawnincGet Grass Without Limits HereVisit our show notes page HERESubscribe to Our Newsletter HEREDale's Instagram: @dalekarmieBrian's Instagram: @bkarmieFind Our Shorts on the ForeverLawn YouTube ChannelCheck out Jim Collins' Author Page on Amazon HereHow to Win Friends and Influence People - Dale CarnegieThis show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

Most agents want to "act" like entrepreneurs when they're actually unemployed. If you don't have a client, you don't have a business.In this throwback episode, host Chris goes into the essential strategies for scaling a real estate business from goose eggs to 24 deals per year. He offers actionable insights to help real estate professionals navigate common pitfalls and achieve sustained success.Takeaways:- Focus on the right activities.- Master the basics before getting fancy.- Turning your "shoulds" into "musts."- Lean on your network to find deals now and in the future.Action steps:- Compile a list of contacts and reach out consistently.- Concentrate on lead-generating activities.- Practice scripts to build confidence.- Transform "shoulds" into "musts" and maintain high motivation.- Provide value to contacts to leverage reciprocity.In-episode mentions:Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert CialdiniHow to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieHit Chris up: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChrisCraddockBusiness/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/craddrock/RESOURCES: 

What if the most valuable currency in your career isn't money, but authentic relationships nobody can take away?In this urgent episode, guest host Sivana Brewer digs deep with John Rubino, COO and founder of JID Investments and a US naval aviator turned business leader. Together, they unravel how military discipline, open-book honesty, and relentless connection-building are the forgotten keys to thriving in today's high-stakes market.Discover the proven systems, mindset shifts, and emotional skills John uses to lead through market chaos, burnout, and uncertainty. If you're tired of surface-level business advice and want the real trade secrets to scaling impact and resilience, you need this now.Listen or risk missing out on the exclusive moves that successful second-in-commands use to win, when everyone else is underwater.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – Transitioning from Navy pilot to COO: war stories behind real discipline[02:05] – How John's military roots shaped his leadership style and investor trust[04:40] – The wild pivot: launching a business before leaving active duty[07:07] – Top Gun moments, family legacies, and the dream of commanding multi-million dollar assets[10:53] – Secret systems for managing 18+ deals and 200+ investors without chaos[14:02] – Navigating COVID uncertainty—how top COOs adapt and overcome[17:02] – The hidden ROI of real relationships and why most companies are doing it wrong[29:44] – Masterminds and tribe thinking: the best advice John gives his own kids[34:02] – John's high-impact daily process for balancing work, team, and personal lifeAbout the GuestJohn Rubino is the COO, founder, and co-managing partner of JID Investments, where he's raised over $45M and delivered returns across dozens of real estate projects for 200+ investors. With more than 20 years as a U.S. naval aviator followed by a decade in private equity, John is renowned for his disciplined, relationship-first approach to investing and leadership. He also coaches real estate and financial professionals in strategic wealth-building at KW United Wealth.

Ever hit a "conversational wall" and felt the awkward silence creep in? In this episode, we break down the Dale Carnegie Conversation Stack - a simple mental visualization tool that ensures you'll always have a great question ready to go. Learn how to turn small talk into meaningful connections using the 7-step "stack" method.Resources: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieWe are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022

Most people think AI is overhyped. Nick Holzherr thinks it's drastically undervalued. After selling Whisk to Samsung and scaling it from zero to 120 people across eight time zones, he's now building Gitlaw—an AI agent that creates and reviews legal documents for free, making legal services accessible to small businesses that have been priced out of the market.In this episode, Nick breaks down why fully remote distributed teams are the most effective way to scale fast, why async should be the default operating system for high-performing companies, and how he's doing the work of 50 people with a team of 15 by putting AI agents to work on everything from code to design to user feedback. He also shares why he promotes from within rather than parachuting in external managers, and how relationships built during one intense week together sustain distributed teams for the entire year.What you'll learn:

What if your journey from poverty to six countries was shaped by stepping stones of relationships? In this episode, Ghazenfer Mansoor shares how Technology Rivers helps health tech companies build HIPAA compliant software products and helps healthcare service businesses 10x their operations through AI and technology. With a computer science background and experience building a recruitment SaaS company, Ghazenfer started Technology Rivers with one core philosophy: build it right the first time. Too many founders hire developers and end up with never-ending products that keep building but never launch. His team focuses on helping startups with limited money build the right MVP so they can get traction, get customers, and secure more funding. The work creates a double bottom line: supporting businesses solving world problems while creating opportunities and livelihoods for people across six countries. He reveals that his journey wasn't shaped by one person, but by stepping stones of relationships. Growing up in Pakistan in poverty, mentors and friends guided him toward education and opportunities that eventually brought him to the US. Coaches, entrepreneurial groups like EO, and books like "Who Not How" all shaped his direction. The most powerful story? Exchanging business cards at a conference. Months later, that person called about a project. Over six years, that one card exchange generated close to $2 million in business.   [00:05:20] What Technology Rivers Does Software development business serving health tech companies primarily Started helping all verticals but gradually focused just on health tech Help companies build HIPAA compliant software products Work with healthcare service businesses, help them 10x operations through AI and technology [00:06:00] Build It Right the First Time Wanted to fix problem of never-ending products that keep building but never launch Companies hiring developers with products that are never ending Founders have limited money, need to build right MVP to get traction and funding Help startups build products right the first time so they're not broke if it doesn't work [00:08:00] Creating Double Bottom Line Impact Help companies create solutions that solve world's problems Every founder working with them is solving something, changing the world Also creating opportunities for people supporting those projects Team in six different countries, many in growing economies, creating livelihoods [00:10:20] AI is the Biggest Shift Started career in early web, but AI is even much bigger shift Mind blowing how things are moving, but also creating opportunities Much easier now for people who want to create companies and solutions AI not just solving existing problems but bringing new problems to solve [00:12:00] Journey Shaped by Series of Relationships Not just one person, journey shaped by series of relationships as stepping stones Growing up in Pakistan, mentor guided him to take risky opportunity That opportunity created by colleague in same company Friend said "you have to do your master's degree" when Ghazenfer only had diploma [00:13:00] From Poverty to Possibility Friend showed the path, arranged meeting, pushed toward higher education Was in poverty, didn't have means for education People supported along the way giving opportunities on jobs or introducing to something Each opportunity helped get to next step [00:13:40] Coming to the United States Would not have been in US without those opportunities Friend introduced to recruiter who was recruiting for company in US Coach helped see certain things in way he hadn't seen before Entrepreneurial groups (EO, Vistage forums) helped shape journey [00:14:40] Books That Shaped Direction "The Great Game of Business" by Jack Stack - partnership made based on this book "Who Not How" by Dan Sullivan - amazing book "What Got You Here Won't Get You There" by Marshall Goldsmith "How to Win Friends and Influence Others" by Dale Carnegie [00:15:40] Taking the Leap Created own podcast, started speaking engagements Wrote first book "Beyond the Download: How to Build Mobile Apps That People Love, Use, and Share Every Day" Now writing another book All these people contributed to growth, wouldn't be fair to point to just one person [00:19:20] Clients as Partners and Coaches Client gave guidance and tips that helped do things in certain way Coaching came directly from client to team: "If you do it this way, this would help me" Relationship with clients has always been as partners Client guided in terms of how to do things, shaped development effort [00:22:00] Co-Creation is Key Software development and product development can only work if co-creating Not about giving instructions and just doing it Believe in co-creation as collaborative effort Client comes with idea, have to discuss, brainstorm, come up with right way [00:23:40] Challenging in a Positive Way Someone said "you would challenge our client's business approaches" Don't challenge their decision, communicate and make sure they hear alternate options Challenge in positive way: "Have you thought about this alternate option?" Show three ways of doing something with one recommendation [00:24:40] Three Options, One Recommendation Not making decision for client, letting client make decision Giving enough information to make the decision If only give one option and it doesn't go well, it's a problem Software products need that product approach with enough guidance and information [00:27:00] The Power of Physical Business Cards At conferences, people say "Who uses cards nowadays?" Challenge: Once you leave a conference, how do you remember who you connected with? If just connect on LinkedIn, no reference left when you have thousands of contacts Physical cards are cheaper and provide tangible reminder [00:27:40] The $2 Million Card Exchange Years ago at conference, sitting with someone, exchanged cards Few months later, guy called: "We were on same table, you gave me your card" Working on global software project, needed help Got that project, then partner introduced them to another company [00:28:40] Six Years of Business from One Card After six months of work, got another project, then another one Over six years timeframe, got close to $2 million in business From that one card exchange From that point, focused on improving quality of card and keeps bunch with him [00:29:20] Cards Keep You Top of Mind Cards are cheap but provide reminder when back at home or office In sales they talk about follow ups: be in front of people at right time Traditional way but works for Ghazenfer Still keeps bunch with him all the time [00:36:20] Be the Go-To Person Book "Networking is Not Working" by Derek Coburn resonated Want to be go-to person for anything - even if someone needs a plumber Are you the person who's connected to many that friends always call? If you are that person, makes huge difference   KEY QUOTES "Software development, product development can only work if you are co-creating something. If the clients are giving instructions, then we're just like everybody else, then we are not really doing our work. We believe in co-creation." - Ghazenfer Mansoor "You wanna be the go-to person for anything. If somebody even needs a plumber, who do they call? Are you the person who's connected to many that your friends are always calling you?" - Ghazenfer Mansoor (quoting Derek Coburn) CONNECT WITH GHAZENFER MANSOOR 

In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast, host Troy Trewin interviews Maya Khoweiss, owner of Hairport One Hair & Beauty, shares her journey from earning just $35 in a week to building a high-performing salon with a large, dedicated team. She talks about the power of consistency, personal growth, and stepping into the role of a true business leader. Maya explains how understanding your audience and smart use of Facebook ads helped scale her business. She also opens up about navigating COVID lockdowns, managing rapid growth, and leading through uncertainty. The episode is packed with real lessons on resilience, culture, and sustainable business growth. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions:   What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Maya Khoweiss shares that the hardest thing in growing a small business is building the right mindset and resilience. Showing up every day, staying consistent, and having faith in what you're building—even during tough times—is often the biggest challenge. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Maya Khoweiss shares that her favorite business books that helped her the most are Think and Grow Rich, The E-Myth, and How to Win Friends and Influence People, as they shaped her mindset, systems thinking, and ability to build strong relationships. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Maya Khoweiss shares that great podcasts and learning resources she recommends are Diary of a CEO and The Queen of Confidence by Erica Kramer, which have helped her grow in leadership, confidence, and personal development. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Maya Khoweiss shares that the most valuable tool to grow a small business is being crystal clear on your vision and goals, because clarity makes decision-making faster, easier, and more aligned. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Maya Khoweiss shares that the advice she would give herself on day one is to stay focused, stay consistent, and make decisions based on strong values, vision, and mission to reach success faster. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Success isn't one big win, it's built by showing up and staying consistent every single day — Maya Khoweiss Real success is having freedom while your business runs without you — Maya Khoweiss Clarity in your vision makes every business decision easier and faster — Maya Khoweiss  

351: Five Finance Skills Every Nonprofit Leader Needs (Stephen Newland)SUMMARYMany nonprofit leaders step into their roles with deep passion for mission, but far less confidence when it comes to finance. In this episode, Stephen Newland, founder of MoneyPath FP&A, breaks down five essential finance skills every nonprofit leader must develop to lead with confidence, reduce risk, and sustain impact. Stephen explains why financial uncertainty is so common in the sector, how organizational growth often triggers financial overwhelm, and why leaders can no longer rely on a simple “there's money in the bank” mindset. He introduces the idea of cash flow as organizational oxygen, and shares practical ways to forecast cash, use the budget as a strategic tool, and prepare for both downside risk and upside opportunity. The conversation also tackles one of the most persistent nonprofit tensions - restricted versus unrestricted funding - and offers clear guidance on how to tell the financial story in ways boards and donors actually understand. Stephen closes with a powerful reminder: financial confidence doesn't start with spreadsheets - it starts with curiosity.ABOUT STEPHENStephen Newland, CMA is the founder of MoneyPath FP&A, where he provides fractional CFO services to growing nonprofits—most often in the $1M–$10M revenue range. He helps nonprofit leaders save time, reduce financial stress, and make confident decisions through better forecasting, reporting, and financial storytelling. Stephen's background includes corporate finance, startup advising, and leading a large-scale financial education program—experience that shaped his ability to translate complex financial concepts into practical, mission-aligned leadership tools.RESOURCES & LINKSMoneyPath (free tools, cash flow templates, nonprofit discounts)Stephen Newland on LinkedInBook recommendation: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieFollow the PodcastLearn more about the PMA & Armstrong McGuire merger!

Who is RJ?RJ Horner's journey began from a place of deep frustration and anger—twelve years ago, he was unhappy with his life and felt nothing was going right. His anger affected every aspect of his world, pushing people away. Yet, amid this struggle, RJ discovered a turning point when he clung to one idea: there had to be a better way. With the support of those few who stayed by his side, especially insightful mentors, RJ started to see life differently. Their guidance reminded him of his capabilities, recognizing his education and potential even when he could not. Through this transformation, RJ found peace and purpose, building a fulfilling life grounded in resilience, learning, and the unwavering belief that things could get better.Key TakeawaysWe were thrilled to welcome RJ Horner, Life Empowerment Coach and founder of the Beacon of Life and Leadership, onto the show. RJ's journey from frustration and feeling stuck to building a fulfilling life is both inspiring and practical—perfect fuel for your next growth spurt.Here's a taste of what we covered:Recognizing When You're Ready for Change RJ speaks directly to those of us who feel there must be more to life—but just aren't sure where to start. Maybe you feel like you're drifting, struggling at work, or just not finding the joy you know is possible. RJ's story about shifting from anger and uncertainty to action is a reminder that no one is alone in feeling this way.Small Steps, Big Shifts A mentor's advice led RJ to John Maxwell's “Make Today Count,” which started his transformation. He reminds us: “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Taking action, even a small one, is how you steer the car in a new direction.Tools and Support on the Journey RJ has launched the Beacon School of Leadership—a FREE community full of practical leadership and growth resources. He's all about genuine service: “By giving value, you now get buy-in from people… They can trust you, because they know you're in it for them.” Join the community for workshops, masterminds, and support from others walking the same path.Books That Change Mindsets RJ recommends:* “Make Today Count” by John Maxwell* “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale CarnegieBoth shaped his attitude toward leadership, service, and personal happiness.Where Do You Start? RJ introduces his 3S System for Success—State, Sightline, Strategy:* State: Where are you right now?* Sightline: Where do you want to go?* Strategy: What steps will take you there?Key Takeaway:Don't be afraid to take the first step—even if it feels like the wrong one. You can always adjust your path as you go. Every attempt, even a failure, is a lesson learned.Ready to take your first step?

Most people listen to respond rather than listen to learn. In this episode, we share an acronym that will help you navigate conversations with purpose. We discuss how to ask connective questions that spark stories, how to uplift others, and why praise is the ultimate rapport builder. Perfect for leaders, teammates, and anyone looking to improve their social impact. Start filling people's cups!Resources:How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieLife in the Five Senses by Gretchin RubinCues by Vanessa Van EdwardsWe are so grateful for your support! Please share this podcast with someone who needs it and leave us review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/positive-on-purpose/id1531548022

How can leaders develop everyday courage in the face of uncertainty? In this episode, Kevin welcomes back Ranjay Gulati to discuss how courage is not something you're born with; it's a mindset that anyone can develop through intentional effort. Ranjay introduces his Nine Cs framework for building everyday courage and shares practical stories and insights to help leaders move from fear to action. Ranjay's Story: Ranjay Gulati is the author of Deep Purpose (2022) and How to Be Bold. He is the Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. His pioneering work focuses on unlocking organizational and individual potential—embracing courage, nurturing purpose-driven leaders, driving growth, and transforming businesses. He is the recipient of the 2024 CK Prahalad Award for Scholarly Impact on Practice and was ranked as one of the top ten most cited scholars in Economics and Business over a decade by ISI-Incite. The Economist, Financial Times, and the Economist Intelligence Unit have listed him as among the top handful of business school scholars whose work is most relevant to management practice. He is a Thinkers50 top management scholar, speaks regularly to executive audiences, and serves on the board of several entrepreneurial ventures. He holds a PhD from Harvard University and a Master's degree from MIT. He lives in Newton, Massachusetts with his wife and two children. https://ranjaygulati.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranjay-gulati https://ranjaygulati.com/leadership-unlocked-signup/ This Episode is brought to you by... Flexible Leadership is every leader's guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos.  Book Recommendations How to Be Bold: The Surprising Science of Everyday Courage by Ranjay Gulati To Risk It All: Nine Conflicts and the Crucible of Decision by Admiral James Stavridis USN The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Like this? Lessons from Bold Leaders That Changed History with Jan-Benedict Steenkamp One Bold Move a Day with Shanna Hocking Overcoming Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt with Brendan Keegan Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group   Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we'd be thrilled if you'd let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes   

Carmela Then: When Remote Teams Stop Listening—The Silent Killer of Agile Collaboration Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   "Two minutes into it, my mind's starting to wander and I started to do my own thing." - Carmela Then   Carmela paints a vivid picture of a distributed team stretched across Sydney, New Zealand, India, and beyond—a team where communication had quietly become the enemy of progress. The warning signs were subtle at first: in meetings with 20 people on the call, only two or three would speak for the entire hour or two, with no visual aids, no PowerPoints, no drawings. The result? Within minutes, attention drifted, and everyone assumed someone else understood the message.  The speakers believed their ideas had landed; the listeners had already tuned out. This miscommunication compounded sprint after sprint until, just two months before go-live, the team was still discussing proof of concept. Trust eroded completely, and the Product Owner resorted to micromanagement—tracking developers by the hour, turning what was supposed to be an Agile team into a waterfall nightmare. Carmela points to a critical missing element: the Scrum Master had been assigned delivery management duties, leaving no one to address the communication dysfunction.  The lesson is clear—in remote, cross-cultural teams, you cannot simply talk your way through complex ideas; you need visual anchors, shared artifacts, and constant verification that understanding has truly been achieved.   In this segment, we talk about the importance of visual communication in remote teams and psychological safety.   Self-reflection Question: How do you verify that your message has truly landed with every team member, especially when working across time zones and cultures? Featured Book of the Week: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Carmela recommends How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie, a timeless classic that remains essential reading for every Scrum Master. As Carmela explains, "We work with people—customers are people, and our team, they are human beings as well. Whether we want it or not, we are leaders, we are coaches, and sometimes we could even be mentors." Written during the Great Depression and predating software entirely, this book emphasizes that relationships and understanding people are the foundation of personal and professional success. Carmela was first introduced to the book by a successful person outside of work who advised her not just to read it once, but to revisit it every year. For Scrum Masters navigating team dynamics, stakeholder relationships, and the human side of Agile, Carnegie's principles remain as relevant today as they were nearly a century ago.   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

What Can a 90-Year-Old Book Teach You About Modern Sales?Turns out, everything—if you're serious about winning more deals through genuine connection.In today's fast-moving sales world, it's easy to overlook timeless principles. But the most influential sales leaders know that mastering human connection never goes out of style. In this episode, we explore the powerful, practical lessons from Dale Carnegie's How to Win Friends and Influence People—and how they can transform your team's ability to connect, influence, and close.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:Why building genuine relationships still drives the most consistent sales success—and how to do it better.How small, intentional actions can instantly strengthen customer trust and loyalty.Practical, repeatable habits from Carnegie's playbook that modern sales leaders can use right now.Press play now to uncover the simple relationship-building shifts that can dramatically grow your sales in 2026.New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.Grow Your Sales By 25% - Book in for a FREE 30-minute Sales Process Audit and walk out with 3 rapid actions that will GROW your SalesTo see how we've helped business grow their sales: Read Client ResultsWatch TestimonialsOr email Ben if you would like to get in touch: hello@strongersalesteams.comThis podcast helps the entrepreneur, founder, CEO, and business owner in the trade, construction and industry segments, regain focus, build confidence, and achieve measurable results through powerful sales training, effective sales strategy, and expert sales coaching—guiding every sales leader, sales manager, and sales team in mastering the sales process, optimizing the sales pipeline, and driving business growth while fostering leadership, balance, and freedom amidst overwhelm, stress, and potential burnout, creating lasting peace of mind and smarter decision making for every California business and Australia business ready to scale up with excellence in sales management.

The origins of self-help writing are often traced back to ancient times. This episode talks through some early versions of it, the goal-setting advice of a founding father, and the beginnings of the modern self-help genre. Research: Brady, Diane. “Charles Manson’s Turning Point: Dale Carnegie Classes.” Bloomberg Businessweek. July 22, 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20130925204803/http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2013-07-22/charles-mansons-turning-point-dale-carnegie-classes Britannica Editors. "Lunyu". Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Jan. 2019, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Lunyu Britannica Editors. "Norman Vincent Peale". Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 May. 2025, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Norman-Vincent-Peale Carnegie, Dale. “How to Win Friends and Influence People.” London. Vermillion. Digital: https://dn720004.ca.archive.org/0/items/english-collections-1/How%20To%20Win%20Friends%20And%20Influence%20People%20-%20Carnegie%2C%20Dale.pdf Fairbanks, Douglas. “Laugh and Live.” New York. Britton Publishing Company. 1917. https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/12887/pg12887.txt Fontaine, Carole R. “A Modern Look at Ancient Wisdom: The Instruction of Ptahhotep Revisited.” The Biblical Archaeologist, vol. 44, no. 3, 1981, pp. 155–60. JSTOR, https://doi.org/10.2307/3209606 Franklin, Benjamin. “The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin.” HENRY HOLT AND COMPANY. 1916. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/20203/20203-h/20203-h.htm#X Battiscombe G. “THE INSTRUCTION OF PTAH-HOTEP AND THE INSTRUCTION OFKE'GEMNI: THE OLDEST BOOKS IN THE WORLD.” London. John Murray. 1906. https://www.gutenberg.org/files/30508/30508-h/30508-h.htm Lilienfeld, Scott O. and Hal Arkowitz. “Can positive thinking be negative?” Scientific American. May 1, 2011. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/can-positive-thinking-be-negative/ Ray, J. D. “Egyptian Wisdom Literature.” Wisdom in Ancient Israel. Ed. John Day, Robert P. Gordon, and Hugh Godfrey Maturin Williamson. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1995. 17–29. Stableford, Brian. “Samuel Smiles.” Ebsco. 2023. https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/history/samuel-smiles Seneca, Lucius Annaius, and Garth D. Williams (tr.). “On the Shortness of Life.” https://ia601705.us.archive.org/25/items/SenecaOnTheShortnessOfLife/Seneca%20on%20the%20Shortness%20of%20Life.pdf Tabor, Nick. "Dale Carnegie". Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 Nov. 2025, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Dale-Carnegie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Like you, I do not have time to sit down and read. Between building a company, travel, staying healthy, and family, quiet reading time is not realistic. But learning still matters.So this year I went all in on audiobooks. Gym. Sauna. Dog walks. Driving. Early mornings. Late nights. And I learned more than I have in years.In this solo foundation episode, I break down the books that shaped how I think about sales, marketing, leadership, money, psychology, and running a tighter dealership operation. For each book, I share what it gets right, a takeaway you can actually use, and how to apply it inside a dealership.Books covered in this episode:12 Rules for Life by Jordan B Peterson$100M Leads by Alex Hormozi$100M Offers by Alex Hormozi$100M Money Models by Alex HormoziCEO Excellence by Carolyn DewarBuy Back Your Time by Dan MartellTrust Me I'm Lying by Ryan HolidayThe Laws of Human Nature by Robert GreeneNever Split the Difference by Chris VossVelocity 2.0 by Dale PollakMagnetic Marketing by Dan KennedyExtreme Ownership by Jocko WillinkAtomic Habits by James ClearGood to Great by Jim CollinsHow to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieNext up on my 2026 list:The Goal by Eliyahu M GoldrattThe Advantage by Patrick LencioniCompeting in the Age of AI by Marco Iansiti and Karim R LakhaniThey Ask You Answer by Marcus SheridanTurn the Ship Around by L David MarquetLinks:Sponsor: ⁠dealers.motohunt.com⁠Connect with Jacob: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-b-berry/⁠Check us out on Youtube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@dealershipfixit?si=eOzwfr1XoIzQdp9v

In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast, host Troy Trewin speaks with Ryan Hughes, Director of Phil Hughes Office Solutions. They explore the remarkable journey of a family business that scaled a $1,500 investment into a $4.2 million, technology-led enterprise in Tasmania. Ryan details the pivotal move from traditional stationery to digital solutions, the counterintuitive strategy that doubled sales during COVID-19, and the core philosophies of valuing people and fostering a resilient culture. The conversation offers profound insights into navigating family business dynamics, adaptive leadership, and the pursuit of sustainable, innovative growth. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Ryan Hughes shares that the hardest part of growing a small business is finding the right people and then empowering them to act like owners. He believes people are both the biggest challenge and the biggest asset in any business. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Ryan Hughes shares that his favorite business book is "How to Win Friends and Influence People." He says his father gave it to him young, and it shaped how he deals with people and builds strong relationships. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Ryan Hughes shares that he listens to the Grow A Small Business Podcast, especially episodes with people he knows. For relaxation and learning, he also enjoys the Sports Bizarre podcast, which teaches surprising lessons through storytelling. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Ryan Hughes shares that ChatGPT, especially the paid version, is one of the most powerful tools for small business growth. He also recommends Aqua Voice, a voice-to-text tool that speeds up emails, quotes, and documentation. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Ryan Hughes shares that he would tell his younger self to enjoy the journey more, not work nonstop, and understand that the business will bring plenty of good moments — so don't miss them by keeping your head down all the time. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.   Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Valuing people is the real engine behind every successful business - Ryan Hughes The most important sale you'll ever make is the next one - Ryan Hughes Success isn't about growing fast, it's about growing with purpose and balance - Ryan Hughes      

Visionary vs. Integrator: The Two Types of Cash-Practice Entrepreneurs Clique away long enough and you lose your patient's attention. That's why Claire, our AI scribe built specifically for physical therapists, handles the documentation so you can focus on the person in front of you. Try it free at MeetClaire.ai. In this episode of the PT Entrepreneur Podcast, Dr. Danny breaks down two personality types that show up again and again inside cash-based practices: the Visionary and the Integrator. He explains why knowing your type gives you an immediate advantage, how it shapes your strengths, and which weaknesses can hold you back from scaling. What You'll Learn The difference between Visionaries and Integrators in a cash practice Why founders naturally lean toward one role—and how to spot yours Where each style excels (and where they struggle) Why early-stage entrepreneurs must build skills outside their comfort zone Two books that can change your trajectory depending on your type How to build momentum by pairing effort with accuracy Recommended Books For Integrators: How to Win Friends and Influence People For Visionaries: The Checklist Manifesto Key Takeaways Your natural wiring is an advantage—once you understand it. Visionaries need structure, systems, follow-through, and consistency. Integrators must learn the people-facing skills that drive business early on. Business growth accelerates when you focus effort on the right skills at the right time. You don't need more broad information—you need targeted learning and repetition. Want Personalized Guidance? If you want help identifying your strengths, gaps, and the clearest path to grow your cash practice, book a free call with a PT Biz senior advisor:

Send us a textWhat if your slump isn't the market—it's your process? We sat down with Peter Miller to unpack the habits that separate professional salespeople from order takers, and why a consistent mindset beats seasonal swings. From running five shed lots across multiple states to building a sold-out Shed Sales Summit, Peter shares practical strategies you can put to work this week: clear goals, ethical influence, tighter follow-up, and video content that actually drives walk-ins and online conversions.We dig into the real competition (hint: it's big-box and national marketplaces, not the lot next door) and how to win with speed, transparency, and service. Florida's winter surge highlights seasonality, but the bigger story is how the best dealers keep momentum through quiet months—shorter lead times, strong reviews, and a visible online presence supported by smart SEO, social clips, and consistent email. We also talk about the emotional roller coaster of sales, how to avoid getting jerked around by weekly numbers, and why classics like How to Win Friends and Influence People and the Little Red Book of Selling still outperform “shiny object” tactics.Peter opens up about programming the Shed Sales Summit with speakers who bring both inspiration and systems, plus why peer panels compress years of learning into hours. We share resources for sales training, community, and consulting, and make a strong case for hiring professional salespeople rather than “manning the lot.” If you're ready to turn critique into fuel, turn prospects into buyers, and turn buyers into promoters, this conversation is your blueprint.If this helped, follow the show, share it with a teammate, and leave a quick review. Got a sales habit you're changing this week? Tell us—we might feature your win on the next episode.For more information or to know more about the Shed Geek Podcast visit us at our website.Would you like to receive our weekly newsletter?  Sign up here.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube at the handle @shedgeekpodcast.To be a guest on the Shed Geek Podcast visit our website and fill out the "Contact Us" form.To suggest show topics or ask questions you want answered email us at info@shedgeek.com.This episodes Sponsors:Studio Sponsor: Shed ProShed ChallengerShed SuiteIFABSolar Blaster

Ever felt overwhelmed by relentless growth, leadership friction, or the challenge of building teams that actually scale? What if you could gain proven, insider strategies for multiplying operations by 20X while keeping chaos at bay?In this bold episode, Cameron Herold sits down with Harrison Crum, Chief Operating Officer of Ally Waste, to unpack the rarely-told story behind scaling a national waste-services brand—now operating in 40 states, with over 1,500 employees and a mission to dominate a niche few understand.They dig deep on developmental leadership, acquisition integration, ruthless prioritization, and using tech and AI for surprising advantage. If you want to dodge burnout, outpace competitors, and solve execution pain now, don't wait—this conversation reveals real advantages you won't find anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – Harrison spills how sales intelligence and regional structure turn cold prospects into loyal clients[02:31] – Why the “doorstep to dumpster” model wins in multi-family and what luxury tenants secretly value[04:33] – The ugly side of apartment junk and how subscription junk removal flips the profit script[07:03] – Ally Waste's national play: how to dominate fragmented markets and win big contracts[09:29] – Commercial expansion temptations: the real use cases for “waste leveling” in strip malls[13:58] – Navigating hauler relationships, unions, and the anti-mafia garbage wars in New York & New Jersey[16:51] – How 20X growth nearly broke the company—and the relentless focus that turned chaos into margin[21:43] – Acquisitions decoded: finding the right people, fixing culture, and building tech that actually scales[26:04] – Are robots or AI coming for waste? Harrison's thrilling vision for how tech could flip the industry[32:01] – The Ally Way: promoting leaders from within, tough-core values, and intentional developmentAbout the GuestHarrison Crum is the Chief Operating Officer of Ally Waste, a fast-growing, multi-state waste services provider specializing in multifamily and commercial property solutions. With deep experience in Fortune 500 and private sector operations—including past roles at Republic Services and Ford—he's known for scaling Ally's operations by 20X in four years, championing high-retention business models, and building game-changing technology for dirty jobs. Harrison is a seasoned leader in acquisition integration, organizational development, and culture-driven execution.

Today I'm sharing all about my favorite books from 2025. Resources from this episode: Every Moment Holy  Rhythms Reset  Nancy Ray Book Club  Work & Play Episode 266 : 2025 Book List  On Moonberry Lake by Holly Varni  The Blooming of Delphinium by Holly Varni  Smart Brevity by Jim VandeHei  The Opt-Out Family by Erin Loechner The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins 40 Days of Decrease by Alicia Britt Chole Anonymous by Alicia Britt Chole Underestimated by Mary Marantz Work & Play Episode 269 : Underestimated with Mary Marantz Born to Eat by Leslie Schilling  Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin The If I Run Series by Terri Blackstock Restoration Series by Terri Blackstock How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen by Kate Strickler Work & Play Episode 283 : I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen with Kate Strickler  Love Your Life by Rachel Awtrey Work & Play Episode 282 : Love Your Life with Rachel Awtrey  My Name is Ashler Lev by Chaim Potok  When Crickets Cry by Charles Martin A Cross-Country Christmas Echo Mountain by Lauren Wolk The Wild Robot by Peter Brown Polyanna by Eleanor H. Porter The Mystwick School of Musicraft by Jessica Khoury The Timeless Series Book 1 by Gabrielle Meyer Follow me on Goodreads!  Send Nancy an audio message!  Dwell Bible App Discount Join my email list!  Visit my Amazon Cornerstore! Nancy Ray Website Nancy Ray on Instagram Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!

Julian Sequeira from PyBites joins Sean and Kelly to share their top holiday gift picks for coders, makers, and educators. This episode features 15+ gift ideas ranging from budget-friendly maker tools to classroom robots—plus book recommendations, coding platforms, and a few surprises. Show Notes Wins of the Week Julian: Staying focused on "the one thing" at PyBites, plus 3D printing a custom cappuccino stencil for his local café Kelly: Surviving a muddy, clay-covered hill in North Carolina while on vacation Sean: Designing and 3D printing a custom bracket for his screen door using Fusion 360 Holiday Gift Ideas Julian's Picks Hoverboard with Go-Kart Attachment (~$299 AUD) - Two-wheeled self-balancing boards that can convert to a go-kart with a third wheel attachment. Available at Hoveroo (https://hoveroo.com.au) in Australia. Secret Coders Book Series (~$10-20 USD each) - A six-book graphic novel series that wraps coding puzzles and concepts into mystery stories. Recommended by Faye Shaw from the Boston PyLadies community. Great for ages 8-15. 3D Printer (~$200-300 USD) - Entry-level printers like the Bambu Lab A1 Mini or Elegoo Neptune 4 Pro have dropped significantly in price. Look for auto bed leveling as a key feature. Duolingo Chess (~$13/month with subscription) - A new addition to Duolingo that teaches chess tactics, strategy, and formal terminology through structured lessons. Great for building problem-solving skills. Classic Video Games (Zelda, Pokémon) - Story-driven games that build resilience and problem-solving skills, as an alternative to dopamine-heavy platforms like Roblox. Kelly's Picks Soccer Bot (~$59.99) - An indoor soccer training robot that challenges footwork skills. Works best on hard floors. "The Worlds I See" by Dr. Fei-Fei Li - Memoir of the computer scientist behind ImageNet and modern image recognition, covering her immigrant journey and rise in AI. A must-read for anyone interested in AI. LEGO Retro Radio Building Set (~$99) - A 1970s-style radio that you build, then insert your phone to play music. Features working dials that create authentic radio crackle sounds. Spydroid Loco Hex Robot (classroom investment) - A large spider-shaped robot that codes in Python and block programming. Features LIDAR and AI-based mapping. Seen at ISTE. Richtie Mini from Hugging Face ($299-$449) - An adorable AI desktop companion robot with onboard models. Two versions: one that connects to your computer and one that's self-contained. Sean's Picks LED Pucks (LED 001 Kit) (~$6-13) - Small USB-powered LED discs perfect for 3D printed projects like planet lamps. Available from Bambu Labs or Amazon. RGB versions include remote controls. Daily Desk Calendar (~$15-20) - A throwback gift that provides daily doses of humor, trivia, or inspiration. Suggestions include The Far Side, "They Can Talk," or "How to Win Friends and Influence People." PyBites Coding Platform (subscription) - Bite-sized Python challenges for sharpening coding skills. Great for teachers, students, and professionals looking for practical coding practice. Digital Calipers (~$40-50) - USB-rechargeable precision measuring tools essential for 3D printing and maker projects. Great for teaching geometry and measurement concepts. Deburring Tool (~$10) - A small tool with a curved swiveling blade for cleaning up 3D prints. A quality-of-life improvement for any maker's toolkit. Links Mentioned PyBites (https://pybit.es) - Python coaching and coding challenges Hoveroo (https://hoveroo.com.au) - Hoverboards (Australia) Bambu Lab (https://bambulab.com) - 3D printers and LED pucks Printables (https://www.printables.com) - 3D printing models MakerWorld (https://makerworld.com) - 3D printing models Hugging Face Richtie Mini (https://huggingface.co) - AI companion robot Duolingo (https://duolingo.com) - Language learning app with chess Secret Coders book series - Available on Amazon "The Worlds I See" by Dr. Fei-Fei Li - Available at bookstores Upcoming Events PyCon US 2026 - Long Beach, California Education Summit - Proposals open after the holidays, deadline around March/April Submit proposals when the website opens! Special Guest: Julian Sequeira.

This week, I'm joined by Tiah DeGrofft, the first-ever female president of the iconic Pendleton Round-Up. Tiah has lived nearly every chapter of Round-Up tradition: from growing up in the grandstands to serving as a princess, queen, board member, and eventually president of one of the most historic rodeos in the world. In this episode, we talk about the depth of community behind the Pendleton Round-Up, what it really takes to run a legacy event, and the leadership lessons Tiah has learned along the way. She shares what her background in sports marketing and the PGA Tour taught her about rodeo as a business, why hospitality is the best ROI, and how Round-Up's 1,200+ volunteers make it all possible. We also dive into her favorite rodeos, what every event can do to create a memorable experience, and how women can relentlessly pursue big dreams without giving up their seat at the table. Resources & Links: Pendleton Round-Up How to Win Friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie Let'er Buck Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce Podcast Calm Down with Erin & Charissa Podcast The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Show Podcast The Chris Harder Show Podcast The Ed Mylett Show Podcast Toter Tales with Coleman Proctor Podcast The Jeff Fenster Show Podcast The Luke Branquinho Show Podcast Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description  Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Get our FREE resource: 10 Resume Mistakes (and how to fix them) Get our FREE resource: How to Avoid the 7 Biggest Hiring Mistakes Employers Make Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Subscribe to Of The West's ⁠Newsletters List your jobs on ⁠Of The West Connect with Tiah: Follow on Instagram @tdegrofft Follow on Facebook @tiah.degrofft Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Young interviews Neil Kucera, a seasoned entrepreneur and devoted father of two. Nick shares his entrepreneurial journey, including his unique business venture, Trash Caddies, and the significance of recurring revenue models. He also offers valuable insights on maintaining a strong marriage while being a dedicated parent and navigating the complexities of teaching kids about money. From cherishing quality family time to providing advice for both soon-to-be parents and entrepreneurial parents, this conversation is brimming with parenting wisdom. Takeaways:  The concept behind Trash Caddies and recurring revenue. Prioritizing being a good spouse to be a better parent. Practical tips for creating quality family time.  Balancing entrepreneurship and parenting.  Navigating the maze of teaching kids about money.  The significance of showing love to your children. Advice for soon-to-be parents and entrepreneurial parents. Personal growth as a parent.  Nick's recommended book, "How to Win Friends and Influence People."

Entrepreneurship often starts with a spark of curiosity and the courage to follow it. In this episode of The Leadership Blueprints Podcast, BJ Kraemer sits down with Malory Atkinson, co-founder and managing partner of Shear Structural, Georgia's only all-women-owned structural engineering firm. Malory shares how growing up with an entrepreneurial father and starting her career during the 2008 recession shaped her approach to leadership, relationships, and resilience. She reflects on her time in tech startups, her return to the built environment, and what it means to create a company that grows sustainably while empowering employees to lead. From the lessons of working directly under CEOs to launching a firm focused on adaptive reuse, healthcare, and education projects, Malory underscores that engineering is ultimately a business of people, and that success depends on relationships built before you need them. Tune in to hear her insights on networking, storytelling, and leading with authenticity in a changing industry! Key Points From This Episode:•   How her father's example sparked her entrepreneurial drive.•   Insights gained from a stint in tech and returning to the built environment.•   Founding Georgia's only all-women-owned structural engineering firm.•   Creating a resilient company that grows sustainably and supports employee growth.•   Building leadership at every level of your company.•   The importance of making relationships before you need them.Quotes:“I started my career in 2008, which is the absolute worst time anybody could have ever started in this industry. But I learned a lot about the value of client relationships and winning business when there was no business to be had.” — Malory Atkinson “Engineering is not just a business of design: it's a business of people and trust.” — Malory Atkinson“Shear Structural is Georgia's only all-women-owned structural engineering firm. We're focused on adaptive reuse, health care, education, and municipal projects across the southeast.” — Malory Atkinson  “Somebody told me, early on in my career, to make relationships before you need them.” — Malory Atkinson  “I approach networking as, ‘How can I help you?' So, if I'm meeting somebody, I'm not like, ‘How can you help me by giving me work?' I'm like, ‘How can I help you?'” — Malory Atkinson  Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Malory Atkinson on LinkedInShear StructuralThe Zero CoHow to Win Friends and Influence PeopleLeadership Blueprints PodcastMCFAMCFA CareersBJ Kraemer on LinkedIn

Click here to listen to the full episodeExpressing gratitude can transform your life, both professionally and personally. In this episode, bestselling author John Israel tells Brian how his innovative Mr. Thank You Project has morphed into a global movement that has inspired millions of people around the world. YOU WILL LEARN:· How to stay consistent writing notes.· The key elements of an amazing personal note. · How a giver's mentality helps your business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “The Mr. Thank You Project,” by John Israel “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie The Shawshank Redemption Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Gratitude is the reflective state of the ability to look at anything that's happening and find the good, find the value, and really see the gift in any experience.” – John Israel “You can't be entitled and have gratitude at the same time.” – Brian Buffini “Curiosity is the precursor to appreciation, and appreciation is the birthplace of empathy.” – John Israel “When you have compassion, you have the ability to literally connect with anyone.” – John Israel “Results show skill, but how we handle problems shows character.” – John Israel itsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn today's episode, I am chatting with Arlon Jay Staggs. Arlon is a native of Florence, Alabama, and a Southern storyteller with deep roots, a sharp sense of humor, and a heart for connection. His novel Leta Pearl's Love Biscuits is his debut work of fiction. He holds an MFA in creative writing from the University of California, Riverside, a JD from the Mississippi College School of Law, and is an adjunct English professor at Northwest Florida State College. Arlon divides his time between Santa Rosa Beach, Florida and San Diego, California.Episode Highlights:The challenges and joys of weaving magical realism into contemporary Southern fiction.Arlon's favorite character to write and why that character surprised him.What he discovered about himself while writing Leta Pearl's Love Biscuits.The theme of “coming home” and how this novel became a love letter to the South.How sports can function as a powerful (and underused!) literary device.His transition into teaching English at the college level and how it differs from his MFA program.Why, as an author, reading for pure pleasure now feels like a double-edged sword.Connect with Arlon:InstagramWebsiteBooks and authors mentioned in the episode:Jesmyn Ward booksDouble Fault by Lionel ShriverThe Compound Effect by Darren HardyThe Power of Now by Eckhart TolleHow to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieUntamed by Will HarlanSouthern by Design by Grace Helena WalzBook FlightThe Art of Fielding by Chad HarbachThe Motion of the Body through Space - Lionel ShriverThe Resisters by Gish JenJoin us for the BFF Book Club Holiday Party!

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1880: James Altucher breaks down the essential mindset shifts and practical techniques behind authentic, effective selling, whether you're pitching a product, idea, or yourself. Learn how trust, storytelling, vulnerability, and listening can transform your sales approach into something natural, persuasive, and even enjoyable. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/the-10-keys-to-selling-anything/ Quotes to ponder: "Nobody ever buys a product. They buy trust in the seller." "Good salespeople sell solutions, not features." "If you try to sell to everyone, you end up selling to no one." Episode references: Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion: https://www.amazon.com/Influence-Psychology-Persuasion-Robert-Cialdini/dp/006124189X How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034  

In this week's episode, I'm joined by Kelli LeClair, founder of Heritage Style, ranch wife, mom, and the queen of building a loyal community through business. Kelli has grown her jewelry brand with grit, heart, and zero shortcuts, turning Instagram lives into real relationships and consistent connections into lasting success. We talk about how she started Heritage Style as a side hobby (while selling farm equipment by day), what the move from Texas to Wyoming taught her, and how she's grown a loyal customer base without chasing trends or playing the influencer game. Kelli shares how she balances trade shows, mom life, and ranch life, plus the mindset shifts that helped her stay positive through hard seasons. This one's full of wisdom for business owners, boutique brands, and anyone looking to build something of their own, without selling out. Resources & Links: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie The Toast podcast The Daily podcast Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description  Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Get our FREE resource: 10 Resume Mistakes (and how to fix them) Get our FREE resource: How to Avoid the 7 Biggest Hiring Mistakes Employers Make Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Subscribe to Of The West's ⁠Newsletters List your jobs on ⁠Of The West Connect with Kelli: Follow on Instagram @heritage.style Follow on Facebook @heritagestyle Visit the Heritage Style website Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Click here to listen to the full episodeIf you want your business to stand the test of time, you have to build trust with your customers. In this episode, Brian explains how you can become a trusted advisor to your clients by always going the extra mile, not just during a transaction, but afterwards too. YOU WILL LEARN:· How trust is easily broken.· Why follow-up is critical.· How to create advocates for your business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” by Dale Carnegie “Raving Fans,” by Ken Blanchard Free business consultation NOTEWORTHY QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE: “Trust is the most critical factor to the success of any and all relationships, both in business and in life.” – Brian Buffini “In today's business environment, if you can follow up consistently, you'll be a shining star in the marketplace.” – Brian Buffini “If you want to be a profit-maker, you've got to be a promise-keeper.” – Brian Buffini “In life, silence is golden. In business, silence is deadly.” – Brian Buffini “Character and competence build trust.” – Brian Buffiniitsagoodlife.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many high achievers, outward success often doesn't lead to true fulfillment, especially when decision-making isn't guided by a strong sense of purpose. Robert Glazer believes the key to overcoming this challenge is aligning your actions with your core values. Without this alignment, even the most successful can feel lost or directionless. This insight inspired his new book, The Compass Within. In this episode, Robert returns to reveal how clarifying your values can transform your mindset, drive authentic leadership, and empower purposeful decision-making for lasting fulfillment. In this episode, Hala and Robert will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:10) The Compass Within: Understanding Core Values (07:48) Aligning Values with Purpose and Leadership (13:13) Why High Achievers Struggle with Fulfillment (17:45) Six Questions to Discover Your Core Values (22:27) The True North Test: Values in Decision-Making (32:38) Aligning Personal and Company Values for Success (37:44) Values-Based Leadership and Company Culture (44:52) The Power of Authentic Networking and Relationships Robert Glazer is a serial entrepreneur, award-winning executive, and founder and chairman of the board at Acceleration Partners, a global leader in partnership marketing. He is a bestselling author, and his latest book, The Compass Within, helps readers uncover their core values for better decision-making, strategic planning, and purposeful leadership. Robert also hosts the Elevate Podcast, where he interviews world-class performers. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Mercury streamlines your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting. Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC. Quo - Get 20% off your first 6 months at Quo.com/PROFITING  Revolve - Head to REVOLVE.com/PROFITING and take 15% off your first order with code PROFITING  Framer- Go to Framer.com and use code PROFITING to launch your site for free.  Merit Beauty - Go to meritbeauty.com to get your free signature makeup bag with your first order.  Pipedrive - Get a 30-day free trial at pipedrive.com/profiting  Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Resources Mentioned: Robert's Book, The Compass Within: geni.us/values   Robert's Core Values Course: robertglazer.com/compass-yap/ Robert's Website: robertglazer.com Robert's Six Questions: robertglazer.com/six  YAP E270 with Robert Glazer: youngandprofiting.co/WinningCulture  Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi: bit.ly/_NeverEatAlone  From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks: bit.ly/-Strength2Strength  How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie: bit.ly/-WinFriends  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Time Management, Goal Setting, Problem Solving, Leadership Skills, Team Building.