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Thanks to our Partners, Pico Technology, Autel, and Independent Wrench JobsWatch Full Video EpisodeShow NotesIn this episode, Matt builds on a thought that has been bothering him for a while: the automotive repair industry has done a pretty terrible job defining what we mean by diagnosis, diagnostic, analysis, and even something as simple as a code scan.The spark for the conversation comes from seeing a vehicle owner buy their own scan tool after being told a dealership wanted $190 “to scan codes.” That raises the real question: was the shop selling a code scan... or were they selling a diagnostic process? Because those are not the same thing, and pretending they are creates confusion for customers and devalues the work of actual technical specialists.Matt argues that a diagnosis is the conclusion you arrive at, while a diagnostic is the process used to get there. A code scan might be one piece of that process, but it is not the whole thing. And a good diagnostic process does not always immediately hand you the answer. Sometimes it gives you something better: more precise questions, better direction, and a narrower path to the root cause.That leads into a bigger point about communication, economics, and trust. Auto repair is a classic credence good, where the customer often cannot accurately judge the quality of the service they received. That creates information asymmetry—the shop knows far more than the client does. Which means language matters. Definitions matter. Expectations matter. If the industry wants to separate itself from guesswork, parts-changing, and pseudo-diagnostics, it has to become far more disciplined in how it describes the work being sold.Matt also reflects on confidence, competence, and what actually drives improvement. Sometimes a little lack of confidence—the kind that makes you run one more test, read one more article, attend one more class, or call one more sharp friend—can be a strength rather than a weakness. It can push real learning. But like most things, it cuts both ways.This episode is a call for more precise language, more honest communication, and a stronger defense of the real value behind analysis, testing, and arriving at an actual diagnosis.In This EpisodeWhy a code scan is not the same thing as a diagnosisThe difference between a diagnostic process and a diagnostic resultWhy a good process does not always produce an immediate answerHow testing should often remain at the specialist's discretionWhy rigid test lists can break down from vehicle to vehicleThe danger of selling customers a result instead of a processInformation asymmetry and why auto repair is a credence goodWhy precise language helps distinguish real specialists from guessersThe double-edged sword of confidence in technical workWhy continual learning often comes from knowing how much you do not knowKey TakeawaysThis episode is really about reclaiming the value of professional analysis.A shop can offer a code scan. That is fine. A shop can refuse to offer a code scan and only sell deeper diagnostic work. That is also fine. What matters is being honest and clear about the difference.Customers need better explanations. Shops need better language. And the industry needs to stop using words like diagnosis, diagnostic, and code scan as if they are interchangeable, because they are not.Quotable Moments“Diagnosis isn't the end. Diagnosis is the beginning of practice.”“A diagnosis is something that you arrive at. A diagnostic is a process.”“A very successful process may not lead to the answer right away. It may lead to a better question.”“We have done a horrific job when it comes to definitions or standards.”“The customer cannot differentiate the quality of our services versus another. They have to take our word for it.”“That lack of confidence is what drove me to do one more test.”Sponsor ThanksThanks to:AutelPico TechnologyIndependent Wrench JobsAlso thanks to the Automotive Repair Podcast Network.Contact / Call to ActionWhat do you think? Are we misusing the words diagnosis and diagnostic in this industry? Reach out and let Matt know.Email: mattfanslopodcast@gmail.comThanks to our Partner, Pico TechnologyAre you chasing elusive automotive problems? Pico Technology empowers you to see what's really happening. Their PicoScope oscilloscopes transform your diagnostic capabilities. Visit PicoAuto.comThanks to our Partner, AutelFrom drivability diagnostics and TPMS service to ADAS and advanced safety systems, Autel helps technicians follow OEM procedures and repair with confidence. Learn more at Autel.comThanks to our Partner, Independent Wrench JobsIndependent Wrench Jobs is a new, tech-only community to help you find better independent shops—fair dispatch, steady work, real leadership. No games.Built by Technician Find—serving the industry since 2017. Join free at IndependentWrenchJobs.comContact InformationEmail Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.comDiagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube ChannelThe Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size. https://craigoneill.captivate.fm/

Can artists really make money without underpricing themselves, chasing likes, or falling for the starving artist myth?In this episode of The Aspiring Solopreneur, we sit down with Miriam Schulman, author of the Artpreneur, to talk about what it really takes for artists and creatives to build sustainable one-person businesses. From her leap out of Wall Street after 9/11 to building a successful career as an artist and business coach, Miriam shares the mindset shifts, pricing lessons, and marketing strategies that help creatives stop thinking small and start selling for real transformation.We get into why cheaper is not easier to sell, why artists should stop relying on social media as their main growth strategy, and how to build a business that supports both creativity and income. Miriam also breaks down the common mistakes artists make, how introverts can sell successfully, and why taste, mindset, and human connection still matter in the age of AI.If you're a creative solopreneur, artist, maker, or service provider trying to turn passion into profit, this episode is packed with practical takeaways you can apply right now.In this episode, we talk about:Why lower prices do not automatically make selling easierThe biggest mistakes artists make when trying to grow a businessHow to build an audience without relying on InstagramWhy email lists matter more than social followersThe difference between selling cheap products and selling transformationHow introverts can market and sell in a way that feels naturalThe mindset artists need to break free from the starving artist mythWhat AI can and cannot replace in creative workWhy artists need better systems, pricing, and business structureThis episode is for:ArtistsCreativesArtpreneursContent creatorsCreative service providersSolopreneurs building a business around their talentShare this episode with an artist or creative entrepreneur who needs to hear it.

Send a textRhode Island's proposed Rhode Island Green Bond includes funding for climate resilience, parks, and water infrastructure — but no money for land conservation.Two leading environmental organizations say that omission could halt decades of progress protecting farmland, forests, and community open space.In a recent op-ed, Jeffrey Hall of the Audubon Society of Rhode Island and Kate Sayles of the Rhode Island Land Trust Council warned that without a $10 million addition to the Green Bond, Rhode Island risks stalling conservation projects across the state.They argue the funding gap could jeopardize efforts to preserve working farms, protect forests, and expand local open space at a time when development pressure continues to grow.On this episode, Hall and Sayles explain:Why conservation funding was left out of the Green Bond proposalWhat projects could be lost without new fundingHow Rhode Island's long-running land protection programs workWhy they're asking lawmakers to add $10 million during the current budget sessionWhat the debate says about the state's environmental prioritiesThe decision ultimately rests with the Rhode Island General Assembly, which must finalize the bond proposal before it goes to voters.If conservation funding isn't restored, they say, Rhode Island could see farmland, forests, and community open spaces slip out of reach.Support the show

How Coursera's VP of Enterprise Is Reskilling 7,000+ Organizations with AI — Anthony Salcito on the 234% GenAI Enrollment Surge, Verified Skills Paths, and the Human Side of AI TransformationAnthony Salcito is the Vice President of Enterprise at Coursera, where he leads a $239 million enterprise business partnering with over 7,000 organizations globally. In this episode, Anthony breaks down why GenAI enrollments on Coursera have surged 234% year over year, why 84% of leaders plan to increase AI investment while only 38% say their teams are ready, and what it actually takes to build AI skills that stick inside an organization.From his 20+ years leading Microsoft's global education efforts to his work at Nerdy and Varsity Tutors, Anthony shares his framework for human-first AI transformation. He explains how Coursera is using AI-powered coaching, role play simulations, verified skills paths, and Course Builder to close the enterprise AI skills gap — and why critical thinking, not just prompt engineering, is the skill that matters most.Key Topics Covered:The 234% year-over-year surge in GenAI enrollments on Coursera and what is driving global demandWhy 84% of leaders plan to increase AI investment but only 38% say their teams are readyCoursera's verified skills paths and how they provide stackable, demonstrable AI credentialsThe role of AI-powered Coach in improving course completion — 94% report improved experience, 9.5% higher quiz pass rateHow Course Builder lets enterprises customize world-class AI content from Google, Anthropic, and Microsoft for their specific business contextWhy critical thinking enrollments grew 185% alongside technical AI skillsThe four phases of technology adoption: displacement fear, skills erosion, complacency, and true transformationHow gamification and role play simulations make enterprise AI learning stickCoursera's integration with ChatGPT and the future of learning in the flow of workWhy the shift from "4 years for 40 years" to "40 for 4" demands lifelong micro-credentialingEpisode Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction and Anthony Salcito's background01:42 - Growing up in the Bronx and how technology became a catalyst04:10 - Teaching Girl Scouts Visual Basic in 1995 and the education spark06:18 - The through line from Microsoft to Nerdy to Coursera Enterprise08:24 - Walking into Coursera's $239M enterprise business — what surprised him11:22 - 234% GenAI enrollment growth and 15 enrollments per minute13:57 - Verified skills paths and proving AI competency beyond course completions16:19 - Why critical thinking grew 185% and how schools need to change20:41 - Hard skills vs. soft skills and the competency-based education gap23:58 - What makes AI learning stick: personalization, mixed modality, and Coach27:40 - Coach results: 94% improved experience and the power of gamification31:55 - Live role play: pitching AI reskilling to a 1,000-person construction company36:24 - The four phases of technology adoption and why complacency is the biggest threat40:25 - Human-first AI transformation and why people-centric companies win43:39 - How Coursera keeps up with fast-moving AI content creators46:20 - The 3-5 year vision: micro-credentials, learning in the flow of work, and ChatGPT integration50:55 - Why Anthony does what he doesAbout Anthony SalcitoAnthony Salcito is the Vice President of Enterprise at Coursera, where he leads the company's enterprise business serving over 7,000 organizations worldwide. Before joining Coursera, Anthony spent 20+ years at Microsoft leading global education efforts, visiting over 80 countries and nearly 3,000 classrooms. He also served in leadership roles at Nerdy and Varsity Tutors and chairs the nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship.

Is AI quietly making your agency more replaceable?Or is it revealing where your real value actually lives?Right now, content can be generated in seconds. Blog posts. Emails. Website copy. Entire strategies drafted with a prompt.Which raises an uncomfortable question for agency owners:If the machine can produce the words… what are clients really paying us for?In this episode of the Small But Mighty Agency Podcast, we pull back the curtain on what AI actually looks like inside a working content agency serving technical clients.My guest, Victoria Cowan, founder of Wordplay Creative, built her business on thoughtful, human-centered storytelling. When AI hit the marketing world she felt what many writers felt: fear.Not hype. Not instant adoption. Fear.Instead of ignoring it or blindly embracing it she integrated it intentionally.In this conversation, we unpack what's really happening behind the scenes:Where AI genuinely speeds up workflow and where it creates more workWhy most AI-generated content sounds the sameThe growing importance of editorial discernmentHow tone of voice is becoming a serious competitive advantageWhat agencies need to consider around transparency and IPWhy strategic thought partnership is becoming more valuable than executionAs more agencies use the same tools, sameness becomes the default. If you're navigating how to use AI without becoming commoditized, this episode will help you think more clearly about where your real leverage lives.Let's dive in.Show Notes:-Website: https://www.wordplaycreative.ca/-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriajunecowan/Hey thanks for hanging out with me at the Small But Mighty Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode it would mean the world to me if you hit the follow or subscribe button in your podcast app and share it with a friend. And I'll see you on the next one. Get the full show notes and more information here: https://audreyjoykwan.com/podcast/ep148Podcast Edits by Lindsay Curtis

Most experts are sitting on a powerful asset… and don't even realise it. It's not another social media strategy or a better funnel. It's the intellectual property already inside your business. In this episode, I'm joined by Maeve Ferguson, who works with high-level thought leaders, bestselling authors and experts to turn their ideas and frameworks into lead-generating client engines that work whether they're on stage, online… or completely offline. If you've ever felt like you're constantly “on” just to generate leads — this conversation will change how you think about building your business. Episode Description What if your expertise could generate leads and clients even when you're not actively selling? Many experts rely on constant content creation, social media posting, or launches to grow their business. But according to Maeve Ferguson, the real shift happens when you turn your expertise into infrastructure — a system that consistently attracts and converts the right clients. In this episode of Your Truth Shared, we explore how to transform your knowledge, frameworks, and experience into a client engine that fuels sustainable growth. Maeve shares how thought leaders build systems that qualify leads, position their expertise, and route the right people to the right offers — without relying on endless marketing activity. You'll learn why the hardest stage of business is the journey to six figures, how intellectual property becomes a powerful strategic asset, and why attracting the right clients is far more important than attracting more people. If you're ready to move from busy marketing to strategic growth, this episode is essential listening. What You'll Learn in This Episode By listening, you'll discover: • How to identify the hidden intellectual property already inside your business • Why most experts struggle with growth even when they're working hard • The difference between real intellectual property and “fake frameworks” • How to turn your expertise into a client-generating engine • The role of diagnostic tools and assessments in qualifying the right clients • Why the journey from zero to six figures is the hardest stage of business • How to attract higher-level clients through “rich niche” positioning • Why successful entrepreneurs must continually evolve their frameworks Episode Chapters 00:00 — Introduction: Why Building a Client Engine Changes Everything Finola introduces the concept of building a scalable business engine and welcomes thought leadership strategist Maeve Ferguson. 01:00 — What Real Intellectual Property Looks Like in a Business Maeve explains the difference between true intellectual property, hidden IP, and the “fake frameworks” flooding the internet. 04:30 — How Experts Can Identify the IP Already Inside Their Business A practical framework for extracting your expertise and turning it into a structured methodology. 07:10 — Why Frameworks Need to Evolve in the Age of AI How constant testing and iteration keeps intellectual property relevant and valuable. 11:00 — Standing Out in a Crowded Market: Becoming a Category of One How experts position themselves uniquely in even the most competitive industries. 17:50 — Building a Client Engine That Generates Leads Automatically Maeve explains the systems that bring in qualified clients even when you're not actively promoting. 20:45 — The Three Types of Diagnostic Funnels for Experts Quiz funnels, score-based diagnostics, and enterprise-level assessments explained. 24:10 — How Diagnostics Turn Leads into the Right Clients Using personalised insights to route people to the most relevant offer. 27:00 — Why the Journey to Six Figures Is the Hardest Stage of Business Maeve shares why this stage is challenging and what changes once your systems are dialled in. 30:40 — The Importance of Traffic: Why Funnels Alone Don't Work Why even the best infrastructure fails without a strong traffic strategy. 32:20 — Rich Niche Positioning: Attracting Higher-Level Clients How speaking to “successful people problems” transforms the quality of clients you attract. 36:00 — Final Advice: Focus on the Right Customers, Not Just More Customers Guest Links Learn more about Maeve Ferguson: https://www.maeveferguson.com/ If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure you subscribe to Your Truth Shared. Because the more intentional you want to be about building your business, the more important these conversations become. We're here to help you think differently, grow deliberately, and build a business that supports the life you actually want. So hit subscribe now, and I'll see you in the next episode.

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What if the way we handle disagreement is one of the most important lessons we will ever absorb?In episode 150, George Couros returns for a fun, honest, and deeply practical conversation about what it really takes to move forward together in contentious times. George shares the story behind his new book, Forward, Together, and why the work of building community starts with what we model, not what we say.You will hear about:How to disagree without damaging trustA simple shift that helps people feel seen, valued, and willing to stay in the workWhy progress is not about avoiding conflict, but learning how to navigate it wellIf you are craving a better way to lead, teach, parent, or collaborate, this one will give you both hope and next steps.About Our Guest:George Couros is a worldwide leader in the area of innovative teaching, learning, and leading, and has a focus on innovation as a human endeavor. Most importantly, he is a proud father and husband.His belief that meaningful change happens when you first connect to people's hearts, is modeled in his writing and speaking. In his 20-plus years in the field of education, he has worked at all levels of school, from K-12 as a teacher, technology facilitator, and school and district administrator, and is currently an Adjunct Instructor with the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania.George is also the author of the books, ⁠The Innovator's Mindset, Innovate Inside the Box, Because of a Teacher,  Because of a Teacher 2⁠, and his latest release, ⁠What Makes a Great Principal⁠.Connect with and learn from George Couros:Website: ⁠⁠georgecouros.ca⁠⁠ X/Twitter: ⁠⁠@gcouros⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@gcouros⁠About Lainie:Lainie Rowell is a bestselling author, award-winning educator, and TEDx speaker. She is dedicated to human flourishing, focusing on community building, emotional intelligence, and honoring what makes each of us unique and dynamic through learner-driven design. She earned her degree in psychology and went on to earn both a post-graduate credential and a master's degree in education. An international keynote speaker, Lainie has presented in 41 states as well as in dozens of countries across 4 continents. As a consultant, Lainie's client list ranges from Fortune 100 companies like Apple and Google to school districts and independent schools. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lainierowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Website - ⁠LainieRowell.com⁠Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn - @LainieRowellX/Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving with Gratitude, the book is available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And now, Bold Gratitude: The Journal Designed for You and by You is available too!Both Evolving with Gratitude & Bold Gratitude have generous bulk pricing for purchasing 10+ copies delivered to the same location.

In this episode of the Full of Beans Podcast, I'm joined by Mel Ciavucco, an integrative counsellor, writer and trainer, to talk about weight stigma and the impact it has on eating disorder treatment and recovery.This conversation explores something that often sits at the heart of eating disorders but is still too often left unspoken: the fear of weight gain, the internalised beliefs people hold about larger bodies, and the ways those beliefs can show up in therapy, treatment, and recovery.In this episode, we explore:What weight stigma is and why it matters in eating disorder workWhy fear of fatness is often central to eating disorder distressHow diet culture and anti-fat bias shape treatment and recoveryWhy people in larger bodies are often overlooked or misunderstood in servicesThe harm caused by focusing on weight loss instead of relationship with foodWhy “don't worry, we won't let you get fat” is so problematic in treatmentThe importance of curiosity over reassurance when exploring fear of weight gainHow therapists' own internalised biases can affect ethical practiceWhy body acceptance and safety are crucial for recoveryHow self-worth, anger, compassion, and social justice can all play a role in healingThis is such an important conversation about compassion, nuance, and creating a world where recovery feels safer for everybody.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans PodcastFollow Full of Beans on InstagramCheck out our websiteListen on YouTubeVisit Mel's website or follow her on Instagram @melciavuccocounsellingContent warning: This episode includes discussion of eating disorders, body image, weight stigma, fatphobia, and disordered eating.

One of the most common mistakes schools make is confusing a resource with a curriculum.A textbook gets adopted. A program is purchased. A shiny new initiative is rolled out.And suddenly everyone says, “Great… we have a curriculum.”But that's not curriculum.In this episode, Darrin sits down with Emily Makelky from the Curriculum Leadership Institute (CLI) to unpack what curriculum actually means and why empowering teachers to lead curriculum development can transform how schools serve students.Drawing on years of classroom experience and consulting with districts across the country, Emily shares how leaders can move beyond resource adoption and build sustainable curriculum systems that reflect their community, their teachers, and their students.The conversation also explores how leadership teams can prioritize curriculum work, avoid overwhelming teachers, and create structures that support long-term improvement.If you've ever wrestled with questions like “What should we really be teaching?” or “How do we align instruction across classrooms?” this episode offers practical insight for school and district leaders.In This EpisodeWhy a textbook is not a curriculumThe difference between resources and true curriculum alignmentHow schools can build local curriculum that reflects their communityWhy teacher voice and teacher leadership are essential in curriculum developmentHow leaders can create systems and routines that support curriculum workWhy going slow to go fast matters when implementing curriculum changesHow districts can create a long-range plan for curriculum developmentAbout Emily MakelkyJust like when she was in the classroom, Emily loves it when the “lightbulb” comes on for teachers.Combining her teaching experience with a foundation in business management, Emily now works as a consultant with the Curriculum Leadership Institute, helping schools and districts take a systematic approach to curriculum development and alignment.Emily's work focuses on helping educators clarify what should be taught, align instruction and assessment, and empower teachers to lead meaningful curriculum work within their schools.Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeCurriculum Leadership Institutehttps://www.cliweb.orgFree tools and resources (including the Long Range Plan template)https://www.cliweb.org/toolsandinspirationFree Long Range Planning Sessionhttps://calendly.com/d/3sk-z55-pg2/develop-your-long-range-planConnect with DarrinIf this episode resonated with you and you're looking for support in developing stronger leadership teams, clearer systems, and healthier school cultures, connect with Darrin.Website: https://darrinpeppard.com/Thank you to our Amazing SponsorsThis episode is sponored by DigiCoach, helping leaders capture real-time instructional data, provide meaningful feedback, and build clarity through strong systems. Go to digicoach.com and tell them you heard about them here on the Leaning into Leadership podcast for special partner pricing.This episode is also brought to you by HeyTutor, delivering high-impact, research-based tutoring that supports students while reducing leadership overwhelm. Connect with them at HeyTutor.com

SUMMARYCars are no longer just mechanical machines — they are rolling software platforms.In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick® breaks down the growing trend of subscription-based car features and what it actually means for consumers.From life-saving systems like OnStar and connected services such as Subaru STARLINK and Hyundai BlueLink, to hands-free driving tech like Super Cruise and BlueCruise, we separate the subscriptions that make sense from the ones that feel like a toll booth for your tushy.You'll learn:How telematics systems actually workWhy emergency services like OnStar have handled tens of thousands of real dispatchesHow Tesla normalized pay-to-unlock EV featuresWhat happened with Toyota's remote start confusionWhy BMW's heated seat subscriptions sparked backlashWhat questions you MUST ask before signing a car contractIf you're financing a vehicle for five to seven years, you need to understand what could stop working in year three.This episode will help you avoid surprises — and the bullshittery.TAKEAWAYSModern vehicles are software-defined and can enable or disable features remotely.Emergency systems like OnStar have handled nearly 40,000 emergency dispatches in a single year.Tesla normalized over-the-air performance unlocks in EVs.Some manufacturers have experimented with charging for features already physically installed in the vehicle.Consumer backlash has influenced companies to reconsider subscription strategies.Subscription fatigue is entering the automotive world.Buyers must understand what features expire after trial periods.Asking the right questions before purchase prevents expensive surprises later.RESOURCEShttps://DrivingInTheUK.com/You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women's Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Ashish Kothari sits down with Beck Sydow, Founder of HumanKind Business Leaders, former CEO of StickerGiant, and executive with a rich background in operations and mental health.Together, they explore why so many leaders want flourishing workplaces but struggle to create them—and reveal the missing ingredient:Shared human dignity.Beck introduces her transformative model of People-Hearted + Business-Minded leadership, showing how fear, core wounds, and over-indexing on one side of leadership keep organizations stuck in survival mode. She shares a roadmap for leaders to reconnect with their intrinsic worth, regulate their nervous systems, and lead in ways that create sustainable organizational health and performance.This is not a conversation about theory—it's about lived experience, emotional truth, and the real work leaders must do to cultivate conditions where people and businesses thrive.

On today's episode, Rebecca Minkoff, iconic fashion designer, entrepreneur, author, and founder, jumps on the podcast to share her story. From moving to New York, to launching her first five-piece collection the day before 9/11, to building a globally recognized brand and later navigating The Real Housewives of New York City, Rebecca shares the unapologetic truth about success, public perception, motherhood, healing, and what it looks like to redefine “making it”.The girls get into:Growing up with an “earn it” mentalityBetting on yourselfThe “I Love New York” moment that unlocked the door to Rebecca's big moment, after years of workWhy “overnight success” isn't realityFear of failure in business and in healingLetting go of your expectation around successRedefining “making it” at every stage of lifeExcellence vs fameHappiness as peacePursuing healing without chasing quick fixesMarriage, ambition & equal partnershipCan women do it all? The business, the marriage, and motherhood. Navigating reality TV on The Real Housewives of New York & surviving public scrutinyWhy your dream isn't too bigThe importance of committing to your purpose dailyThis episode is for anyone who dreams big, that needs motivation to keep going. For anyone that needs to hear that success, healing, and happiness aren't static, they're practices.CONNECT BELOW:follow Rebecca ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow Rebecca Minkoff ⁠here⁠follow the Female Founder Collective hereListen to Rebecca's podcast hereCONNECT with HAN:follow Han ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow HOW I SEE IT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shop the podcast merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠work with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.com

In this episode of Building Doors, host Lauren Karan sits down with James Gleeson, civil engineer and co-founder of Marvel Engineers, to unpack what productivity really means in infrastructure and what it takes to build a resilient specialist consultancy.James shares his journey from tech drawing at school to launching Marvel Engineers after walking away from corporate burnout. Together, they explore the realities of starting a business with no blueprint, the risks of niching too narrowly, and the lessons learned from navigating market slowdowns in government-funded infrastructureThe conversation dives deep into procurement systems, panel arrangements, and the hidden cost of endless tendering. James challenges the industry to rethink how we engage consultants if we're serious about delivering major infrastructure ahead of 2032.If you're building a business or leading through market uncertainty, this episode will show you how to stay nimble, structure for growth, and rethink productivity to build long-term resilience.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Productivity in Infrastructure:Why current procurement processes may be slowing deliveryThe real cost of panel prequalification and repeated tenderingHow simplifying engagement could unlock speed and efficiencyBuilding and Pivoting a Consultancy:The risks of concentration in government-funded workWhy diversification doesn't mean abandoning your nicheHow structure and clarity create momentum in a growing businessLeadership and Resilience:Why having a strong business partner mattersHow to lead through market slowdowns without losing composureThe importance of support networks in sustaining long-term growthHiring and CultureWhat makes a “rounded consultant” in a small businessWhy communication and accountability matter more than everHow intentional onboarding shapes culture from day oneKey Quotes from James Gleeson:“There's no guideline or standard on how to create a business. It's a blank canvas.”“If we're serious about productivity, we need to rethink how we engage industry.”“We're not a big cruise ship. We can pivot quickly, but we're exposed.”About Our Guest:James Gleeson is a civil engineer and co-founder of Marvel Engineers, a specialist consultancy focused on transport infrastructure and government projects. Passionate about productivity reform and collaborative delivery, James is building a nimble business grounded in structure, accountability, and strong relationships.About Your Host:Lauren Karan, founder of Karan & Co. and host of Building Doors, is dedicated to helping professionals unlock their potential. Through insightful interviews and real-life stories, Lauren empowers listeners to create opportunities and thrive in their careers.How You Can Support the Podcast:Subscribe and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Share this episode with anyone interested in sustainability and leadership.Connect with James on LinkedIn and share your takeaways.Stay Connected:Follow Lauren and the Building Doors podcast on LinkedIn.Subscribe to the Building Doors newsletter for exclusive content.Let's Connect:Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email us at reachout@buildingdoors.com.au.Thank you for listening! It's time to stop waiting and start building.

Does God Care How You Work? | Ephesians 6 KJV — Words From The WordStruggling to stay faithful, motivated, and honest on the job? You're not alone — and God's Word has something direct to say about it.In this episode, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians 6:5–9 (KJV) and challenges every believer in the workplace to examine not just what they do at work, but why they do it.Why obedience to your employer is obedience to ChristWhat "eye service" is — and why God rejects itHow sincerity of heart transforms your daily workWhy your job is part of your Christian testimonyWhat to do if your workplace is toxic or your boss is unfair

In this first bonus episode of That Workplace Experience Podcast, host Dan Moscrop is joined by Simon Jordan and Gerry Hopkinson of We Make Progress — a design anthropology and experience strategy studio working across cities, venues and mixed-use developments.Together, they explore a provocative idea:What if we've been designing workplaces the wrong way around?From fluid identity and hybrid work to the limits of “human-centric design,” this conversation challenges the assumption that efficiency equals growth.They unpack:The “Explore vs Exploit” theory of workWhy meaning matters more than corporate purposeWhy buildings shouldn't organise peopleHow participation and stewardship shape long-term successWhy places should behave more like living ecologies than static systemsThis episode steps back from a single project to examine the cultural forces reshaping work, cities and experience today.Watch the episode and download the Workbook for a deeper dive into the episode, and We Make Progress. Video production and camera: Calum LindsayCamera: Miguel Santa ClaraIllustration: Phoebe Gitsham

Amber isn't technically a stone — it's fossilized tree resin, hardened sunlight, and ancient memory preserved in gold.In this episode of The Crystal Library, Ashleigh explores the science, mythology, and energetic properties of amber — from Baltic trade routes and Dominican fluorescence to Chinese lore that says the souls of tigers live on within it.This episode is also a quiet tribute to her mom, Amber, whose birthday falls on February 23 — honoring themes of warmth, protection, ancestral healing, and the way love persists across time.Inside this episode:What amber actually is (and why it's not a mineral)Where it's found around the worldAmber in folklore and Chinese mythologyIts connections to Leo and AquariusSolar plexus + crown chakra activationPast-life and intergenerational healing workWhy amber teething necklaces are used — and what science actually saysA reflection on healing family stories and alchemizing inherited patternsAmber reminds us: protection doesn't always look like armor. Sometimes it looks like warmth.Stay curious. Stay protected. Stay luminous.Send me any questions or comments you may have and I will answer them on upcoming podcast episodes!! Looking forward to hearing from you!Please message me with any questions or comments. bigcrystalenergypodcast @gmail.com

Feeling overwhelmed, overworked, and on-call 24/7? You might not have a workload problem, you have a boundaries problem.In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I'm joined by IDBA Coach Marsha Sewdass for a heart-to-heart conversation on what healthy boundaries really look like in your design business. We're talking about business hours, burnout, overgiving, and the pressure to be “Superwoman.”If you've ever answered a client text at 10 p.m. or missed your kid's soccer game because of a contractor “emergency,” this episode is your invitation to reset.In this episode, we cover:What boundaries are and why they're so hard for designersHow to uncover your biggest energy leaksWhat burnout is trying to tell youThe people-pleasing trap that keeps you stuckThe difference between excellent service and self-sacrificeHow to write your own “rules” for when and how you workWhy boundaries make you more respected, not lessShow notes are available at interiordesignbusinessacademy.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademyFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy

Tokenized real estate is transforming how people invest, but does it actually build wealth? In this training, we break down tokenization, blockchain, stablecoins, and the GENIUS Act so you can understand what's new, what's not, and how to invest without getting caught in the hype. Key Topics Covered:What tokenized real estate really isHow blockchain and stablecoins workWhy the GENIUS Act changed digital financeTokenization vs traditional syndicationThe risks behind tokenized deals

In this episode of Thrive Beyond Size, Michelle dives into the psychological process of transition and why healing your relationship with food and body is far more than a surface-level change.Drawing from Transitions by William Bridges, she explores the difference between change (external events) and transition (internal transformation), and why the “neutral zone” — the messy middle — is both unavoidable and necessary.You'll learn:Why leaving diet culture requires real griefWhat the “neutral zone” actually is — and why it feels so uncomfortableWhy new beginnings in intuitive eating don't arrive with fanfareHow diet culture encourages us to skip the emotional workWhy unsustainable weight loss isn't just biological — it's psychologicalHow to create your own rite of passage to mark your transitionWhat subtle signs signal that you've stepped into a new beginningMichelle also shares personal reflections on navigating her own professional transition and how the lessons from intuitive eating are shaping how she moves through change today.If you are:No longer dieting but not yet at peaceFeeling disoriented in your healing journeyTempted to go back to what's familiarWondering if you're “doing it wrong”This episode will remind you that the messy middle isn't failure — it's transformation.Ready for Support?If you're navigating your own transition — whether in your relationship with food, your body, or your identity — Michelle offers 1:1 coaching and programs designed to support you through the in-between.Connect at:

Productivity is not just about speed and output. In a world of burnout, constant pings, and emergent AI, the real advantage is learning how to do less better.Anne Green welcomes author, public speaker and creativity catalyst Natalie Nixon back to Building Brand Gravity to unpack her new book, Move. Think. Rest. along with the big question it asks: how can we understand “productivity” differently? Natalie traces how industrial era assumptions around productivity still shape modern work, then offers a more human operating system that integrates movement, reflection, and rest as inputs to higher quality thinking. They talk about why rest is not a reward but risk mitigation, how leaders can build cultures that make space for creativity, and why we are not in a tech revolution so much as a human one. The conversation gets practical on what needs to change inside organizations, from meeting norms and attention habits, to value based pricing and small prototypes that help systems evolve.In this episode:Why “do less better” is a productivity upgrade, not a step backThe MTR (Move. Think. Rest.) Framework and how it supports better judgment, focus, and creativityWhy rest creates operational resilience, plus micro breaks and sabbaticals that workWhy it's critical to start moving from billable hours to contracts based on value and outcomes, and how using prototypes and asking better questions can help us get there

In this Workday Playdate episode, Erin delivers a no-fluff leadership reset in How to Not Suck at Being a Boss. Erin breaks down how reactive habits quietly erode trust (hello burnout and disengagement) and replaces them with a five-step framework rooted in emotional awareness and clear communication.Inside This Episode:Autopilot Leadership: Why reactionary management drains morale and how to interrupt itEnergy Sets the Tone: How your emotional state shapes culture, creativity, and resultsListen to Understand: Stop fixing. Start hearing. (Yes, it changes everything.)Clear Expectations: Saying it out loud + writing it down = fewer misunderstandingsPsychological Safety: Celebrating effort, learning, and growth to build real trustLead Yourself First: Self-awareness, reflection, and owning mistakes like a proThe Five-Step Framework: Erin's simple roadmap to becoming a more effective bossImprov at Work: Why “blocking the scene” kills connection—and what to do insteadYes-And Check-In: A practical exercise to deepen presence in daily team momentsEmbrace Imperfection: Leading with humanity beats leading with controlWho This Episode Is For:New managers and seasoned leaders who want to level upPeople leaders building emotionally safe, high-performing teamsHumans navigating burnout, disengagement, or workplace uncertaintyRemote and hybrid leaders craving deeper connectionAnyone ready to lead with more empathy, clarity, and playYour Playdate PracticeThe “Yes, And” Check-in: This week, when a team member comes to you with an issue, listen to understand, not to respond. Once they finish sharing, say, “Tell me more.” When they tell you more, say, “Yes I hear you, and here's how I can support you through this.”Your FreebieYou want to support your people the same way you want to be supported—but in fast, emotionally charged moments, the right words can be hard to find.Enter, your free resource - Human Leadership in the Age of AI: An Empathy Playbook. It gives you a simple, 3-part list of human-first phrases you can use in meetings, emails, and one-on-ones.Empathy isn't extra anymore. It's essential. Download your Empathy Playbook here.Connect with Erin Diehl x improve it!Erin's websiteErin's InstagramErin's TikTokErin's LinkedInimprove it!'s websiteimprove it!'s InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send a textWhat if orgasms were about more than just pleasure?In this episode of Talk Sex with Annette, I'm joined by Venus O'Hara—author, sexual wellness expert, and host of the Orgasmic Lifestyle Podcast—to explore the O Method, also known as orgasmic manifestation.We break down:What orgasmic manifestation actually is (and what it isn't)How sexual energy can be used for intention, confidence, and changeWhy pleasure isn't just instant gratification—it's powerHow to start if masturbation feels awkward, shame-filled, or unfamiliarWhether you need to orgasm for the practice to workWhy this matters especially for women navigating trauma, midlife, or desire shiftsEven if you don't believe in manifestation, you'll still get orgasms out of it. And you might rethink what pleasure is really for.You can find Venu Here: https://www.venusohara.org/You can order her book Orgasmic Manifestation Here: https://www.venusohara.org/orgasmic-manifestation

In this episode we'll talk about:Why studying trends too much weakens your instinctsThe difference between observation and participationHow iteration builds originalityWhy craft is developed through repetition, not researchHow to respond honestly to feedback from your own workWhy attention + reps = masteryThe hidden advantage of staying in when it's not glamorousAnd more… CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN

What happens when AI-generated video becomes indistinguishable from reality — and it's cheaper than lunch?This week, the AI race took a dramatic turn. China didn't just catch up — in some areas, it leaped ahead. And with video models that generate flawless visuals and synchronized audio in real time, we've entered a new era where “seeing is believing” no longer applies.For business leaders, this isn't just geopolitical theater. It's a strategic inflection point. From AI-generated fraud and deepfake manipulation to workforce burnout driven by productivity acceleration, the rules of competition — and trust — are changing faster than most organizations can process.In this episode, we break down what China's AI surge really means, why deepfake technology is now a board-level issue, and how AI may be making your top performers more productive… and more exhausted.In this session, you'll discover:Why China's latest AI releases signal a shift in the global AI power balanceWhat makes ByteDance's new video model fundamentally different from U.S. competitorsHow AI-generated video with synchronized audio changes the fraud landscapeThe growing legal and regulatory backlash from Hollywood and governmentsWhy “Deepfake-as-a-Service” is becoming a criminal business modelThe real financial cost of AI-enabled fraud — and why it's acceleratingMicrosoft's legal action against synthetic abuse networksHow governments are attempting (and struggling) to regulate synthetic mediaWhy AI may increase burnout instead of reducing workloadThe “productivity treadmill” effect inside AI-enabled organizationsHow AI agents are transforming coding, databases, and knowledge workWhy only a tiny percentage of employees are true AI power usersWhat business leaders must do now to prepare for the next waveAbout Leveraging AI The Ultimate AI Course for Business People: https://multiplai.ai/ai-course/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@Multiplai_AI/ Connect with Isar Meitis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isarmeitis/ Join our Live Sessions, AI Hangouts and newsletter: https://services.multiplai.ai/events If you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, leave us a five-star review on your favorite podcast platform, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!

Think you're protected because you meant to get the proposal signed? Think again.In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I'm continuing the conversation on financial risk, and sharing a real story from my own design studio that proves exactly why systems and boundaries must be followed every single time.From unfunded proposals to “just helping the client out,” you'll hear how even experienced designers can fall into people‑pleasing traps that lead to unpaid work, legal battles, and major stress. More importantly, you'll learn the non‑negotiable boundary that protects your money, your mindset, and your business.In this episode, I cover:A real studio story that led to arbitration over unpaid workWhy unsigned and unfunded proposals are a financial landmineHow people‑pleasing overrides systems (even for senior designers)The hidden cost of “doing a favor” for a clientWhy your systems exist to protect you, not inconvenience clientsThe exact boundary that must never be crossedHow to remove emotion from money decisionsShow notes are available at interiordesignbusinessacademy.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademyFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy

The Tragically Hip On ShuffleThis week on The Tragically Hip On Shuffle, we pull “At Transformation” from Now For Plan A and let it breathe.Is it about Gord Downie's wife's cancer battle? A marriage unraveling? The band's own evolution? Or something more universal — the moment when life tilts and you realize you're different now?jD is joined by Tim (Columbus), Shawn (Edmonton), and Jeff (Vaughan) for a layered, passionate, and occasionally chaotic deep dive into one of the most emotionally charged songs from the later Hip catalogue.

Send a textIn Part Two of Unlocking Leadership Potential Through Self-Awareness, Coach Sherry Winn challenges leaders to look beyond strategies and performance metrics to examine the internal patterns, beliefs, and identity that ultimately shape their impact.  This powerful continuation moves from awareness to transformation—showing how lasting leadership growth begins within.Coach Winn unpacks how mindfulness helps leaders recognize excuses before they become entrenched beliefs, and why self-judgment only slows progress.  She reframes accountability as a deep act of care—not control—and explains how great leaders hold others responsible because they believe in their potential.  Through stories from coaching elite athletes and high-level executives, she illustrates how vision must be more than words on a wall; it must be vivid, emotional, and consistently reinforced.The conversation also explores authenticity and energy in leadership—why people don't buy into what you do, they buy into who you are.  When your words align with your internal growth, people feel it.  And when pressure rises, leaders have a choice: view it as stress, or reframe it as purpose and privilege.You'll learn:How to interrupt limiting thought patterns before they become beliefsWhy accountability builds trust instead of fearHow to create a winning vision people can feel and ownHow to reframe pressure in mission-driven workWhy identity—not achievement—is the foundation of lasting successPowerful closing reminder:“You don't get what you want, you get who you are. To get what you want, you must change who you are.”If you're leading in hospice, healthcare, business, or any mission-driven field, this episode will challenge you to grow into the leader your calling requires.Guest:Coach Sherry Winn, CEO of The Winning Leadership CompanyHost:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOSThe Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact. https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership

In Part Two of Unlocking Leadership Potential Through Self-Awareness, Coach Sherry Winn challenges leaders to look beyond strategies and performance metrics to examine the internal patterns, beliefs, and identity that ultimately shape their impact.  This powerful continuation moves from awareness to transformation—showing how lasting leadership growth begins within.Coach Winn unpacks how mindfulness helps leaders recognize excuses before they become entrenched beliefs, and why self-judgment only slows progress.  She reframes accountability as a deep act of care—not control—and explains how great leaders hold others responsible because they believe in their potential.  Through stories from coaching elite athletes and high-level executives, she illustrates how vision must be more than words on a wall; it must be vivid, emotional, and consistently reinforced.The conversation also explores authenticity and energy in leadership—why people don't buy into what you do, they buy into who you are.  When your words align with your internal growth, people feel it.  And when pressure rises, leaders have a choice: view it as stress, or reframe it as purpose and privilege.You'll learn:How to interrupt limiting thought patterns before they become beliefsWhy accountability builds trust instead of fearHow to create a winning vision people can feel and ownHow to reframe pressure in mission-driven workWhy identity—not achievement—is the foundation of lasting successPowerful closing reminder:“You don't get what you want, you get who you are. To get what you want, you must change who you are.”If you're leading in hospice, healthcare, business, or any mission-driven field, this episode will challenge you to grow into the leader your calling requires.Guest:Coach Sherry Winn, CEO of The Winning Leadership CompanyHost:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOSTeleios Collaborative Network / https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast

In this podcast, Greg Voisen sits down with Gabrielle Bosche, co-founder of The Purpose Company and bestselling author of The Purpose Factor, to unravel a mystery that haunts everyone from college students to Fortune 500 executives: Why am I here, and what am I supposed to do next? Gabrielle reveals that finding your purpose isn't about a "vague feeling" or "following your passion" into a dead end—it is a systematic, science-based process that can be reverse-engineered. After training over 120,000 people, including US military leaders and presidential campaigns, Gabrielle shares the "Purpose Factor" framework, a tool designed to move you from a "kid lost at Costco" to an individual with "unreasonable certainty" about your life's direction.

Learn more about Michael Wenderoth, Executive Coach: www.changwenderoth.comMost leaders were taught to leave their emotions at the door. Today's guest says that advice isn't just outdated — it's costly. In this episode of 97% Effective, host Michael Wenderoth sits down with Dina Denham Smith, executive coach and bestselling author of Emotionally Charged, to unpack why emotional skill is now a core leadership capability, not a “soft” add-on. Drawing on behavioral science and her work as an executive coach and strategic advisor, Dina explains why emotions are data, how leaders unknowingly perform massive emotional labor, and what it really takes to manage triggers, prevent burnout, and unlock performance. As Dina puts it: “Emotions are money.” By the end of this conversation, you'll see why ignoring emotions is bad for you and bad for business – and what to do instead.SHOW NOTESDina's story — and why this work mattersOne surprising thing about Dina you won't find on the internetHow Emotionally Charged would have helped Dina earlier in her own careerWhat sparked Dina's interest in the science of emotionsHow the pandemic and technology shifts dramatically increased the emotional demands placed on leadersCore ideas from Emotionally ChargedThe key takeaway: Emotions are information“Emotions are money”: how feelings directly translate into performance, retention, and resultsThe biggest myth Dina wants to retire: that emotions get in the way of good business decisionsWhat “emotional labor” really means — and why research shows leaders perform as much of it as customer service professionals (and in more complex ways)The three layers of every emotion: physiology, cognition, and behaviorWhy suppressing emotions is like trying to hold beach balls underwater Practical tools you can use immediatelyBeach balls, masks, and “letting it all hang out”: finding the right balance at workWhy expanding your emotional vocabulary dramatically improves self-regulationDina's BRAVE framework for managing triggers in real time: Breathe, Refocus, Accept, Verbalize, Engage Restoration (not “self-care”): four evidence-based ways leaders recover from emotional strain: Detachment, Relaxation, Mastery, Control Power, leadership, and team cultureWhy leaders consistently underestimate their emotional impactHow power amplifies everything you feel and showWhy everyone cues off their leader's emotional signals (often unconsciously)How leaders can normalize emotional expression on their teams — without turning meetings into complaint sessionsSimple ways managers can reset emotional culture inside their own sphere of influenceDina's reminder: emotional skills are learnable — and improvable at any stage of your career. BIO AND LINKSDina Denham Smith is an executive coach and strategic advisor who helps senior leaders build their capacity, scale their impact, and thrive in complexity. For more than a decade, she has partnered with executives at some of the world's most successful companies, helping them navigate the demands of operating at the highest levels. Dina holds an MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and an MBA from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, and she is credentialed by both the ICF and EMCC as an executive and team coach. A prolific thought leader, Dina has published more than 60 articles on leadership for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Forbes, and other premium outlets. She is the lead author of Emotionally Charged: How to Lead in the New World of Work (Oxford University Press, 2025).Connect with DinaWebsite: https://dinadsmith.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dina-denham-smith/Her book: https://dinadsmith.com/book/ People and Books ReferencedDr. Alicia Grandey — Dina's co-author https://psych.la.psu.edu/people/aag6/Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker https://a.co/d/07CbSJAYMore from 97% EffectiveMichael's Award-winning Book: Get Promoted: What You're Really Missing at Work That's Holding You Back: https://tinyurl.com/453txk74Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@97PercentEffectiveAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A story about choosing margins over momentum—and letting investors call you wrongThis episode is for SaaS CEOs stuck around 20% EBITDA and wondering what it actually takes to double it without cutting their way there.Most SaaS companies treat 20% EBITDA as a healthy number. Georgi Petrov targets 50.Georgi, CEO of Uxify, has founded four companies in 15 years with two exits—including one to WP Engine. He doesn't get there by cutting. He gets there by building differently from day one: small teams with high ownership, self-service at premium prices, and a refusal to add cost before it earns its place.And this inspired me to invite Georgi to my podcast. We explore why targeting 50% EBITDA changes every hiring decision, every pricing decision, and every partnership decision a founder makes. Georgi shares hard-won lessons on why small teams outperform large ones, why focus beats optionality, and why selling business outcomes—not product features—makes premium self-service pricing work.We also zoom in on two of the 10 traits that define remarkable software companies: – Acknowledge you cannot please everyone – Focus on the essenceGeorgi's journey proves that starting from profit forces every decision to earn its place.Here's one of Georgi's quotes that captures how he actually gets to 50% EBITDA:"Most of the high-leverage decisions that we made turn out to be not so good decisions. We find the good somewhere in the middle. Not having a support team sounds like a high-leverage decision, but that's ultimately bad, because customers need 24/7 support. So, ultimately, expand the support team, but do it in a smarter way, and that's how we end up. If we're super able to leverage a lot, very likely we can achieve much more than 50%, but I think you end up somewhere about 50% ultimately."By listening to this episode, you'll learn:Why profitability shapes better decisions than fundraising ever willWhat self-service at premium prices requires to actually workWhy the biggest partners rarely deliver the biggest resultsWhen adding people stops creating productivity and starts destroying itFor more information about the guest from this week: Guest: Georgi Petrov, CEO of Uxify Website: uxify.com

Send a textPre-order our book, Follow Your Art! https://goodtype.us/follow-your-art-bookIn this episode, we're joined by illustrator, designer, and letterer, Lisa McCormick who is celebrating 10 years of full-time freelancing and doing it her way! Lisa shares how she's built a career working with major brands without being loud online or glued to every social media platform. We talk about why personal projects are often the reason dream clients come knocking, how curiosity and experimentation have shaped her signature style, and why being “quiet” online doesn't mean being invisible. We also get real about freelancing and burnout and what it looks like to intentionally design a workday (and life) that actually feels good. From color obsession phases and travel-inspired projects to co-working for mental health, this episode is packed with honest insights for creatives navigating long-term careers.If you've ever felt pressure to show up louder, work longer, or sacrifice yourself to success, this conversation is a reminder that there are many ways to build a fulfilling creative life.All that and more when you listen to this episode:What 10 years of freelancing has taught LisaWhy personal projects are her biggest source of paid client workHow curiosity and experimentation lead to unexpected opportunitiesBooking major clients without constantly posting or self-promotingThe difference between growing a following and growing a careerFinding and developing a signature illustration styleThe realities of art theft, Pinterest virality, and protecting your workWhy bigger clients often allow more creative freedomBuilding healthier workdays and boundaries, breaks, and balanceConnect with Lisa McCormickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/madebylisamarie/ Website: https://madebylisamarie.com/ Behance: https://www.behance.net/LisaMcCormickMentioned in this episode:Chicago BearsMarine LayerPBSDribbbleAdobe MAXConnect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype Goodtype Website Goodtype on Instagram Goodtype on Youtube Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets! Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!

In today's episode, I'm talking with licensed mental health therapist Victoria Mexcur about a new way to grit through. Trauma is often treated as a singular, heavy label, but it's much more nuanced. It's an experience that impacts the nervous system, creates mental loops, and can disconnect the mind and body in very individual ways.We dive into breaking stigma, repair, and why mental health is just as foundational as the land and animals we care so deeply for. This conversation is grounding, honest, and incredibly needed; I know it will meet you right where you are!In this episode, we cover:Victoria's path into therapy + why she chose trauma workWhat trauma actually is + why it looks different for everyoneA reframe of “gritting through” that works WITH the body (instead of overriding it)How somatic experiencing & EMDR support nervous system regulationKey lessons from animals + Peter Levine's workWhy traditional talk therapy isn't always the right fit for rural & ag folksHow flexible, accessible therapy better supports rural life during busy seasonsUsing grit + a “get-er-done” mindset to reach out for support instead of going it aloneSimple starting tools for nervous system regulationWhy mental health is foundational to sustaining families, operations & long-term well-being Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/new-way-to-grit-through Connect with Victoria:Follow on Instagram @tread_deepcounselingCheck out her websiteSend her an email at treaddeepcounseling@gmail.comReach out to her at (402) 403-9561 Connect with Terryn:Follow on Instagram @terryn.drielingCheck out my websiteSend me an email at terryn@terryndrieling.com Resources & Links:

What does it actually mean to lead with authority and empathy, without burning out, people-pleasing, or losing yourself in the process?In this episode, Alisa Cohn sits down with clinical psychologist, parenting expert, and bestselling author Dr. Becky Kennedy to explore why the skills that make great parents also create the strongest leaders.Dr. Becky introduces the concept of sturdy leadership, a grounded approach that rejects both authoritarian control and emotional over-accommodation. Instead, it teaches leaders how to hold boundaries, stay regulated during conflict, and repair relationships when things go sideways.This conversation unpacks why leadership is not about managing everyone's feelings, how guilt often disguises emotional over-responsibility, and why repair after rupture is more powerful than perfection. You'll learn how to handle defensiveness, set boundaries without shame, navigate imposter syndrome, and build trust through consistency and self-leadership.You'll learn:What “sturdy leadership” really means and why authority without aggression builds trustWhy setting boundaries often triggers guilt and how to tell guilt apart from emotional over-responsibilityHow repair strengthens relationships more than getting it right the first timeHow to handle defensiveness, emotional reactions, and resistance at workWhy scripts and practice reps are essential leadership skills, not crutchesHow predictable conflict shows up at work and how to lead through it calmlyWhy imposter syndrome never fully disappears and how to lead anywayWe talk about:00:00 Why parenting is leadership training and why leadership is human work03:45 What sturdy leadership is and why extremes fail06:20 The “sturdy pilot” metaphor and how leaders create safety in turbulence10:30 Authority vs empathy, and why feelings should not dictate decisions14:40 Boundaries, guilt, and emotional over-responsibility at work18:50 Why empathy doesn't mean absorbing other people's emotions22:30 Handling defensiveness and emotional reactions in professional settings31:45 Predictable conflict, patterns, and solving the real issue36:10 Repair after rupture and why it builds trust faster than perfection42:30 How unrepaired moments erode connection and performance45:20 Imposter syndrome, self-leadership, and staying in the driver's seat49:00 What Dr. Becky wishes she had known earlier about growth and leadershipFollow Dr. Becky onInstagramYouTubeTikTokFacebookWebsiteConnect with Alisa! Follow Alisa Cohn on Instagram: @alisacohn Twitter: @alisacohn Facebook: facebook.com/alisa.cohn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisacohn/ Website: http://www.alisacohn.com Download her 5 scripts for delicate conversations (and 1 to make your life better) Grab a copy of From Start-Up to Grown-Up by Alisa Cohn from Amazon

Insulin Resistance, Fertility, and Taking Your Health BackInsulin resistance doesn't just affect blood sugar — it impacts hormones, fertility, energy, and long-term health.In this episode, Tracy sits down with PA and women's health coach Chelsea Hayman to unpack how insulin resistance shows up in real life, why “normal labs” don't always tell the full story, and what clinicians and patients can do to break the cycle of crashes, cravings, and burnout.They explore fertility struggles, continuous glucose monitors, stress physiology, and practical strategies for stabilizing hormones and blood sugar — without extreme diets or unsustainable routines.Whether you're supporting patients with PCOS, infertility, fatigue, or metabolic dysfunction — or navigating this yourself — this conversation will change how you think about women's health.How insulin resistance affects fertility and hormone balanceWhy A1C can be normal — and problems still existThe “protein + fiber first” strategyHow stress worsens blood sugar regulationWhen CGMs can be helpful (even without diabetes)Small, sustainable changes that actually workWhy women must stop putting their health lastTimestamps:[2:30] Meet Chelsea Hayman[3:30] Blood Sugar and Fertility [4:45] Chelsea's Struggles with Infertility [9:00] Defining Insulin Resistance [11:00] Blood Sugar Control & Fertility Outcomes[13:00] Stress & Hormones[16:00] Implementing Lifestyle Changes [17:00] Choosing a Continuous Glucose Monitor [23:00] How to Plan Your Plate [25:00] Self Care & Meeting Your Own Basic Needs[29:00] Connect with Chelsea & Where to Find HerConnect with Chelsea: Website: www.empowerglucose.comLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/empoweredglucose Social: @empoweredglucose at https://www.instagram.com/empoweredglucose/ Keywords: insulin resistance, blood sugar, hormone imbalance, fertility, infertility, PCOS, continuous glucose monitor, CGM, women's metabolic health, metabolic health, PA podcast, women's health, wellness, clinician wellness, hormones, gestational diabetes, insulin resistanceSPONSORS:ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING, LLC: advancedpracticeplanning.com/fiSIDE GIG GUIDE https://www.tracybingaman.com/gigCONNECT ⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠ ⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠CONNECT WITH TRACY⁠LINKEDIN ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠WEBSITE⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tracybingaman.com⁠

In this Workday Playdate, Erin tackles a leadership reality many people leaders are quietly carrying: when the world feels heavy, your team feels it too. This episode is a grounded guide for showing up with intention, presence, and care without pretending you have all the answers.Erin explores how global events, constant information overload, and emotional fatigue are showing up inside our workplaces, whether we acknowledge them or not. Drawing on research around psychological safety and belonging, she makes the case that empathy, kindness, and emotional awareness are core leadership strategies.At the heart of the episode is Erin's practical LOVE framework, a four-step approach leaders can use immediately to create safer, more resilient, and more connected teams.Inside This Episode:Leadership in Heavy Times: How world events impact decision-making, morale, and team dynamicsPsychological Safety & Belonging: Why safety and trust are performance multipliers, not perksThe LOVE Framework: 1. Listen for what's said (and unsaid), 2. Openly ask questions without needing all the answers, 3. Value core values as decision-making anchors, 4. Energize your team with intentional, positive energyRemote Leadership Presence: Simple ways to set the tone through daily messages and routinesEnergy at Work: Why your energy is the culture—and how to manage it intentionallyValues Alignment: Turning belonging, acceptance, and community into lived practicesLeading with Love: How kindness, compassion, and contribution create real impactWho This Episode Is For:Leaders carrying the emotional weight of their roleManagers navigating uncertainty, burnout, or disengagementPeople leaders building culture during challenging world momentsRemote and hybrid leaders setting tone without physical presenceAnyone who wants to lead with more humanity, clarity, and careYour FreebieYou want to support your people the same way you want to be supported—but in fast, emotionally charged moments, the right words can be hard to find.Enter, your free resource - Human Leadership in the Age of AI: An Empathy Playbook. It gives you a simple, 3-part list of human-first phrases you can use in meetings, emails, and one-on-ones.Empathy isn't extra anymore. It's essential. Download your Empathy Playbook here.Connect with Erin Diehl x improve it!Erin's websiteErin's InstagramErin's TikTokErin's LinkedInimprove it!'s websiteimprove it!'s InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Patrick shares a personal story about what it can look like when long-held trauma responses begin to loosen after years of recovery work and how flashbacks can shift into quieter moments of recognition instead of distress.Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, Patrick connects the body-level experience of trauma anniversaries, shame attacks, and emotional flashbacks to the family system that created them, including emotionally immature parenting, addiction, domestic violence, and poor boundaries.Using a trip through Ireland as the backdrop, Patrick reflects on returning to the Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula decades after a childhood visit with a narcissistic, alcoholic father and noticing a body memory that arrives without the old shame and fear. He contrasts that earlier experience with traveling alongside his son, describing what it means to feel detached from a parent's legacy and present in your own life.Important Takeaways for the Listener:How trauma anniversaries can show up as subtle body memories, and how they can change after sustained healing workWhy kids often feel like accomplices to adult dysfunction, and how that fuels shame and distorted self-perceptionHow emotionally immature caregivers and chaotic family systems shape attachment, safety, and identityWhat it means to break cycles with or without becoming a parent, and how to separate yourself from a family legacyWhy overwhelm in the current climate can activate old survival states, and how to orient back to the presentHow reflective tools, including a toxic family style assessment he references, can help name what the ACE framework may miss about family dynamicsPatrick also discusses recovery themes like inner child work, repairing distorted perception, reducing shame-based identity, and building a life where you no longer represent your parents' choices.If you carry a sense of inherited shame, feel easily activated by the world, or are noticing your triggers changing as you heal, this episode offers a grounded example of what progress can feel like over time.Keywords: childhood trauma, emotional flashbacks, body memories, shame attacks, trauma anniversaries, emotionally immature parents, narcissistic parent, addiction in families, intergenerational trauma, breaking cycles, inner child work, recoveryJoin the Monthly Healing Community Membership

How to Grow Your Floral Business Revenue (Without Guessing or Burning Out)Growing your floral business revenue doesn't start with hustling harder — it starts with clarity.In this episode, Jen breaks down how to intentionally grow revenue by looking at what's already working, identifying where your biggest opportunities live, and creating a strategy rooted in facts — not feelings.After a full month of deep coaching sessions and mastermind strategy calls, one thing became crystal clear: florists who grow sustainably understand their numbers, track their revenue intentionally, and make decisions like CEOs.If you've ever said:“I want to make more money, but I don't know where to start”“I'm booked, but I'm not profitable”“I feel busy but unsure if I'm actually growing”This episode is for you.In this episode, you'll learn:Why “I want to grow by 10%” is not a strategy — and what to do insteadHow to break down your revenue by category (weddings, funerals, corporate, a la carte, etc.)How to identify which part of your business has the most growth potentialTwo main ways to grow revenue:Increasing your average order valueIncreasing the number of aligned clientsHow small pricing adjustments (delivery, setup, labor, service fees) can unlock thousands in revenueWhy tracking and forecasting your weddings changes how you make decisionsHow upsells, thoughtful design suggestions, and month-out calls can increase revenue without more bookingsWhy paying yourself should be a forethought, not an afterthoughtHow cutting expenses and improving margins can increase take-home pay without more workWhy running your business on data (not vibes) is a CEO moveKey takeaways:✔ Revenue growth comes from reflection + forecasting✔ You don't need more bookings — you need better strategy✔ Knowing your numbers gives you power, confidence, and options✔ Paying yourself is non-negotiable — this is a business, not a hobbyTools & resources mentioned:Profit First (book & audiobook)Simple revenue tracking spreadsheetsForecasting your booked weddings throughout the yearReady for support?If this episode made you realize you need help building a real growth strategy, Jen offers:1:1 private coaching sessions Coaching Call-1 hr. $ - Jeni BechtThe Floral CEO Mastermind — monthly strategy, Q&A, and CEO-level support

Did you like the episode? Send me a text and let me know!!Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Turn Self-Doubt Into Your Success CompassEpisode SummaryDiscover how to transform imposter syndrome from a career-blocking obstacle into a powerful navigation tool for entrepreneurial success. Learn practical strategies to overcome self-doubt, stop overworking to prove yourself, and embrace your accomplishments.What You'll Learn About Imposter SyndromeHow to recognize when you're crediting success to luck instead of your hard workWhy feeling unworthy of praise sabotages your growthThe surprising truth: imposter syndrome means you're heading in the RIGHT directionHow to stop saying "yes" to everything and burning outPractical techniques to use self-doubt as a positive guideKey Timestamps00:00 - Introduction: Imposter syndrome as a directional guide 02:00 - Stop crediting success to luck or timing 03:00 - Recognize your own hard work and accomplishments 04:00 - The overworking trap: proving yourself vs. burning out 06:00 - Learning to say no strategically 07:00 - Feeling unworthy of praise and success 09:00 - Accepting compliments and accolades 10:00 - Using imposter syndrome as a compass 11:00 - Take the Four Hurdles of Stop QuizResources MentionedFree Quiz: Discover which of the Four Hurdles of Stop affects you most Visit: TUEpodcast.net/quizAbout The Undiscovered EntrepreneurJoin Skoob(Skoobelievers) as we explore the four hurdles that stop entrepreneurs: imposter syndrome, perfectionism, fear of failure, and general fear. This is part 1 of a 3-part solo series designed to help you get across the start line.Key Takeaway"The hurdles aren't in the way—the hurdles ARE the way." When you feel imposter syndrome, you're exactly where you need to be. Use it as confirmation you're pursuing meaningful growth.Episode Type: Solo Series: Four Hurdles of Stop (Part 1/3) Next Episode: Overcoming Perfectionism#ImposterSyndrome #Entrepreneurship #SelfDoubt #BusinessMindset #Entrepreneur Reclaim your "zone of genius" by letting Opus Clip automatically turn your long-form podcast into dozens of viral-ready shorts—start your free trial today at podnationopus.com For a 15% discount on your first purchase go RYZEsuoerfoods.com use code PODNA15 Thank you for being a Skoobeliever!! If you have questions about the show or you want to be a guest please contact me at one of these social mediasTwitter......... ..@djskoob2021 Facebook.........Facebook.com/skoobamiInstagram..... instagram.com/uepodcast2021tiktok....... @djskoob2021Email............... Uepodcast2021@gmail.com Skoob at Gettin' Basted Facebook PageAcross The Start Line Facebook Community Find out what one of the four hurdles of stop is affecting you the most!!Black Friday coaching Sale now!! 65% off original price! go to stan.store/skoob to book your appointment and take advantage of this limited time offer! On Twitter @doittodaycoachdoingittodaycoaching@gmailcom

If you are making real money and still getting crushed every tax season, politics are not your problem. Timing is. The Big Beautiful Bill changed the landscape, but most business owners never slowed down long enough to understand how.In this conversation, Rick is joined by Jake Alexander, founder of Action Accounting and a former IRS insider who now works with six, seven, and eight figure business owners. They break down what the Big Beautiful Bill actually did, why it became so divisive, and how most people are reacting emotionally instead of strategically.They talk through bonus depreciation, Section 179, business structure, and why waiting until April guarantees regret. This is not about liking or hating Donald Trump. It is about knowing the rules while they exist and using them before they disappear.In this interview you'll learn:What the Big Beautiful Bill actually changed for business ownersWhy the tax bill became political instead of practicalHow bonus depreciation and Section 179 really workWhy tax preparation is not the same as tax planningHow structure and timing quietly control your tax liabilityFollow Rick's Socials:Instagram | LinkedIn | RickJordan.TVKeywords: big beautiful bill, trump tax bill, tax reform impact, business tax planning, bonus depreciation, section 179, cost segregation, small business taxes, entrepreneur finance, tax strategy, s corp vs c corp, business structure, high income earners, w2 vs business owner, tax law changes, political tax reform, proactive tax planning

While federal workers are asked to keep the country running without a paycheck, the ultra-wealthy are seeing record-breaking gains. This episode of the America's Work Force Union Podcast explores the stark divide between those keeping the lights on and those owning the assets. First up: The partial government shutdown is back, and Matt Biggs, President of the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE), joins us to expose the human cost of political dysfunction. Representing over 80,000 professionals—from rocket scientists at NASA to immigration judges—Biggs details the strain on "essential" employees who are reporting for duty while their pay is suspended. The "Essential" Trap: How the shutdown is disrupting critical work at the Department of Defense and stalling justice in immigration courts. Recruitment Crisis: Why chronic budget instability is driving skilled experts out of public service. Mobilizing for 2026: A look at IFPTE's upcoming Legislative Advocacy Conference in D.C., where members will fight for stable funding and due process. Then: As working families feel the squeeze of inflation and stalled wages, the billionaire class has hit a new stratosphere. Omar Ocampo, researcher at the Institute for Policy Studies, breaks down new data showing U.S. billionaire wealth has surged to $8.1 trillion. The Asset Gap: How stock market speculation is enriching the "centibillionaires" while the labor share of income shrinks. Wealth vs. Work: Why productivity gains aren't showing up in your paycheck. Taxing the Top: The state-level tax experiments that could finally fund public goods and reduce extreme inequality. Listen now for a hard look at an economy where essential workers wait for back pay while billionaire wealth climbs by the trillions.

Learn how state-level decisions directly impact your seasons, access, opportunity, and conservation funding.Host Dr. Mike Brasher sits down with Kayleigh Leager of the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation and Swanny Evans of Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever—two policy professionals working daily inside state capitols to protect hunting, fishing, trapping, and shooting traditions.Most hunters understand federal policy like the Duck Stamp or the Farm Bill. But far more decisions—from Sunday hunting to conservation funding and public‑land access—are made in state legislatures. This episode explains how the National Assembly of Sportsmen's Caucuses works, why states are “laboratories of democracy,” and how small bills can create big downstream impacts on opportunity.In this episode:What the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation and NASC network doHow state bills—good and bad—spread across the countryWhy Sunday hunting reforms matter for access and R3Conservation funding: how license structures and federal match dollars really workWhy discounted or free licenses can unintentionally hurt state wildlife agenciesThe case for resident‑rate licenses for nonresident college studentsHow DU, PF/QF, and partners collaborate to stop harmful bills and advance positive onesListen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.orgSPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation.Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you're winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.

In this episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we sit down with Vincent Dupuis, Vice President HR Digital & AI at Airbus, to unpack how organizations should decide what to automate, what to augment, and what must be protected as AI reshapes work at scale.Vincent explains why augmentation, not replacement, is the real story of AI at work, using powerful analogies to show how AI should extend human capability, not hollow it out. He breaks down how Airbus thinks about freeing people from low value tasks, while deliberately protecting deep expertise, critical thinking, and safety critical knowledge.Most importantly, he shares why ethical governance, human in the loop learning, and robust knowledge roots are non negotiable in environments where quality, trust, and safety define success.

Why does healing feel so much more powerful in groups?In this episode, we explore the mechanics of group fields — and why collective healing is not simply individual work multiplied.In this episode Keith and Christabel explore group fields — what they are, how they form, and why healing in a group setting often feels more potent than one-to-one or solo work.Group work isn't just individual healing with more people in the room. When individuals gather with shared intention, a group field emerges — a system with its own intelligence, momentum and capacity for transformation.Together, we break down the dynamics of:The individual field, relational fields, and group fieldsWhy groups create exponential, not linear, effectsHow collective intention and shared attention amplify healingThe role of coherence, resonance, and facilitation in group workWhy group fields feel stronger — and what's actually happeningWe also explore scientific and research-based perspectives on collective fields, including studies on shared intention, coherence, and mass participation — helping bridge lived experience with measurable effects.This episode offers a grounded, demystified look at group healing for practitioners, facilitators, and anyone curious about why working in groups can accelerate insight, integration, and transformation.Group fields are the foundation of our live trainings at Field Dynamics, including EHT-100: Level 1 — Energy Healing Training, where participants learn to work skillfully with individual, relational, and group field dynamics.Learn more about our training programs at: energyfielddynamics.com/training/Enjoyed the episode? Rate & review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify or YouTube Train in Energy Healing Step into your mastery. Learn to facilitate deep, precise, and truly transformative healing experiences. Registration now open - our next EHT-100 Training begins March 2026, live and online. Discover the training → Find Your Energetic Blueprint Not sure where to start? Take the quiz: What's Your Field Type? Reveal your strengths and learn how your energy field shapes your life and relationships.

In a world of constant digital inundation, attention has become the new "scarce water in the desert". This episode explores how to reclaim that focus by looking at the intersection of high-stakes Hollywood storytelling and the science of optimal experience. Host Mike Palmer is joined by Steven Puri, founder and CEO of The Sukha Company. Before building tools for deep work, Puri was a senior executive at major motion picture studios, overseeing production on blockbusters like Independence Day and Braveheart, and managing franchises like Die Hard and Wolverine. He shares how the same rigorous focus required to produce massive films can be applied to modern productivity through the concept of Flow—a state popularized by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. The conversation delves into the "tug of war" for our attention, where trillion-dollar companies utilize behavioral psychology to keep us distracted. Puri breaks down actionable strategies to push past "human slop" and rote activity, moving instead toward meaningful "deep work" that survives the rise of generative AI. Key Insights:

Jonathan Goodman is one of the most influential thought leaders and entrepreneurs in the fitness industry. After years of building businesses and platforms, Jonathan has now made writing books his primary focus.In this episode, Jonathan joins Andrew Coates to unpack the ideas behind his new book, Unhinged Habits, and to challenge some of the most sacred advice in personal development — especially the overemphasis on consistency and incremental progress.Instead, Jonathan makes the case for seasons of unhinged intensity, intentional rest, and creating contrast in your life — while also explaining where consistency still matters and why most people misunderstand how high performers actually operate.THIS EPISODE COVERS:What is wrong with the classic advice of consistency and incremental improvementThe value of thinking in seasons of intensity and seasons of restHow to make seasons of unhinged intensity actually workWhy contrast matters for growth, creativity, and motivationWhy you cannot meaningfully transform more than one major area at a timeHow to put other priorities into maintenance while focusing on transformationThe value of shortening the delay of gratificationWhere consistency truly mattersThe disconnect between what many authors preach and how they actually liveAnd much moreJonathan's book Unhinged Habits is available now, everywhere you can buy books.Instagram: @itscoachgoodmanCHAPTERS01:41 The Concept of Seasonality and Consistency12:32 The Importance of Iteration and Quick Learning16:34 The Role of Contrast and Novelty in Life23:37 Balancing Intensity and Consistency29:53 The Myth of 1 Percent Better Every Day30:41 Building a New System for Growth31:27 The Concept of New Baselines31:55 A Thought Experiment on Wealth Inequality33:22 Seasonality-Focused Intensity34:07 RP Strength and the RP Hypertrophy App35:30 Consistency vs Intensity37:11 Writing, Creativity, and Intense Sprints46:23 The Tiny Backpack Rule47:11 Rebuilding the Calendar48:00 Fitness-First Thinking52:43 The Ideal Calendar55:34 Conclusion and Call to ActionSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode challenged how you think about growth, productivity, or self-improvement, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media (tag me — I will respond)Sending it to someone stuck trying to “do everything at once”FOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10 percent off)https://justbitememeals.com/MacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirstDuring setup, answer: How did you hear about us?Type: ANDREWKNKG Bags (15 percent off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Gripps (discount link)https://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90 Day Trial (2 steps)Go to: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you

EPISODE SUMMARYMost roofers chase leads. The best roofers build a brand.In this episode, Dave and Crystal Williams explain why branding—not just ads—is what makes leads cheaper, customers more loyal, and businesses more valuable over time.EPISODE DESCRIPTIONRoofers are obsessed with leads.But leads get more expensive every year — unless you build something that makes people remember you, trust you, and look for you by name.That's called branding.In this episode, Dave Sullivan sits down with Crystal Williams of Lemon Seed Marketing to explain what branding actually means for roofing companies — and how to build it while still generating leads today.They break down:Why most roofers look the sameHow differentiation keeps you out of price warsHow mascots, billboards, trucks, and storytelling really workWhy “direct search” is the real scorecard for brandingAnd why marketing cannot fix broken operationsCrystal also shares the real-world case study of Eminem Roofing and Rufus the Armadillo, showing how consistent branding helped turn a small roofing company into a dominant regional player.If you want cheaper leads, better customers, and a business that's worth more than its trucks — this is where it starts.YOU'LL LEARNWhat branding actually means (it's not your logo)Why differentiation lets you charge moreHow branding and lead gen should run togetherWhy mascots work — if you commitHow to measure branding using direct searchWhy marketing exposes bad operationsWhen it's time to rebrandHow consistent branding lowers your cost per leadTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why branding matters01:16 – What branding really is03:45 – Storytelling and emotional connection06:45 – Differentiation vs being a commodity09:02 – Brand personality and origin stories13:29 – Eminem Roofing case study17:16 – Rufus the Armadillo and mascots23:24 – When mascots work (and when they don't)29:47 – Ideal customer avatars and audits35:21 – How to measure brand ROI41:14 – Branding is a long-term commitment43:09 – Why marketing can't fix bad operations48:15 – When to rebrand53:45 – Final takeaways54:19 – How to reach CrystalRESOURCESLemon Seed Marketinghttps://lemonseedmarketing.comEmail: hello@lemonseedmarketing.comEmail: crystal@lemonseedmarketing.comLINKSWork with...

The fitness industry is loud, confusing, and full of half-truths — especially when it comes to seed oils, raw milk, supplements, and what actually drives real results. In this long-form conversation, Sam Rodriguez, an Elite Coaching Academy mentee, sits down to break through the noise and talk honestly about nutrition, training, recovery, and the realities of building a coaching business. From whole foods versus supplements, to why consistency and reps matter more than perfect plans, to how lead magnets, booking calls, and AI prompts are reshaping the way coaches and creators operate, this episode connects fitness, business, and mindset into one grounded, no-nonsense discussion for people who are serious about progress.We dive into:The seed oil debate and why people are so dividedRaw milk, whole foods, and supplements — what actually mattersWhy reps, consistency, and time beat overthinking every planThe truth about coaching progress, recovery, and injury managementLead magnets, booking calls, and offer clarity for coachesHow AI prompts and 30-day game plans are changing how creators workWhy most people stay stuck — and how to break out of itChapters:0:01 Intro — Sam Rodriguez, comfort zone & starting the conversation5:02 Whole foods vs supplements (protein powders, “open-sourcing” info)10:02 Physiology + recovery: vascular/immune system, cholesterol/brain15:05 Raw milk & seed oils start showing up heavily20:02 Seed oils deep dive: fats, liver/inflammation-style talk25:02 Training reality: reps, time, making progress30:00 Business tools: lead magnets + “grinding reps” in marketing35:01 Offer clarity + booking calls (fixing the right problems)40:02 Knee pain / mobility: rec fem, foam rolling, rehab process45:02 Coaching mindset + finding the right “angle” for clients50:01 Competing/credentials talk (Olympia / pro cards referenced)55:01 AI prompts + 30-day game plans + AI course mentionDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional for personal health decisions.#fitness #nutrition #onlinecoaching #leadgeneration #ai

Anxious–avoidant relationships are often described as doomed — intense, painful, and inherently incompatible. While these dynamics can certainly be challenging, they're not automatically destined to fail.In this episode, I explore what it actually takes to make an anxious–avoidant relationship work — not through chemistry, hope, or sheer effort, but through three essential, non-negotiable ingredients.I share why these dynamics can become either deeply healing or deeply reinforcing of old wounds, and how safety, responsibility, and discernment determine which way it goes.In this episode, I cover:Why anxious–avoidant relationships can feel both magnetic and destabilisingThe difference between understanding attachment styles and doing the relational workWhy commitment is essential — and how “one foot out the door” undermines safetyThe role of humility in breaking defensive patterns and power strugglesWhy self-awareness isn't enough without nervous system and relational capacityHow to discern whether a relationship can actually support mutual growth and securityThis episode is not about forcing a relationship to work at all costs. It's about honestly assessing whether the conditions required for safety, repair, and growth are present — and whether both partners have the willingness and capacity to do the work.Explore my free resources here