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We are joined by Stephen Dronfield (aka the.dragon.hoard) to break down and rank all the magical powers in MESBG!Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction02:48 Aura of Command04:31 Aura of Dismay06:28 Banishment08:04 Black Dart10:27 Bladewrath12:24 Call Winds15:20 Blinding Light17:47 Blessing of the Valar18:48 Chill Soul20:20 Curse23:13 Compel26:10 Collapse Rocks30:38 Flameburst32:12 Fury33:16 Drain Courage37:08 Enchanted Blades39:21 Enrage Beast43:13 Fog of Disarray47:57 Foil Magic50:22 Fortify Spirit52:26 Instill Fear55:58 Nature's Wrath/Wrath of Bruinen01:01:05 Paralyze01:04:45 Panic Steed01:06:15 Protection of the Valar01:09:50 Renew01:12:00 Sorcerous Blast01:15:36 Strengthen Will01:18:34 Terrifying Aura01:19:10 Transfix01:21:20 Tremor01:25:39 Wither01:29:26 Writhing Vines01:32:54 Your Staff is Broken01:34:52 ConclusionPatreon Promotion: We have a new Patreon promotion to announce! After a month of joining, all patrons will receive a set of our new custom Baron Into the West dice (while supplies last)!Our Links: Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/IntotheWest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ITWpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intothewestpodcast/ More Open Topic Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4AjD8eksrQEbY6i8_wCaxxMH9ULExZ6_ Our Sponsors:Baron of Dice With dice for all wargaming systems, including MESBG, go check them out! Link: https://baronofdice.com/?ref=WEST 5% off Promo Code: WESTMithril Brush, An online painting competition dedicated to Middle-earth. For more information on how you can enter or support this competition, visit https://www.patreon.com/TheMithrilBrush & https://www.instagram.com/mithrilbrush Credits: Music: Tavern Loop One by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Psalm 23:1: “The Lord is my Shepherd” - a confession of personal faith & submission. He's my Shepherd, Owner, Lord, Leader (sheep belong to their shepherd; they submit, follow & trust him). Only believers humble themselves to be His sheep and admit they need, belong to & follow their Shepherd, trusting Him to provide. Since the Lord is my Shepherd: “I shall not want” (v1b), a summary of His provision of every blessing, unfolded in detail in the rest of Ps 23: "I'll not want for peace, protection, guidance, blessing etc. Also, a statement of contentment: “He's all I want.” “He makes me to lie down (settles me down) in green pastures” (v2a) - satisfied peace & rest. Shepherds rested their flocks at noon (Song 1:7). Sheep only lie down having had plenty to eat & drink, not threatened by wild animals or troubled by parasites or flies and if there's no friction among the sheep. Rest comes, for the shepherd has dealt with fear, friction, flies & famine. Christ brings us into soul-rest: “He leads (not drives) me beside the still (gentle) waters” (v2b). He plans my life, knows the best way & leads me in it – oriental shepherds go ahead & lead their sheep. They know his voice & follow him. Jesus the Prince of Peace can't give us peace apart from Himself, as He is Peace. So, if you go away from Him, you lose peace. Sheep can't drink from swift waters. He supplies us with grass to chew (His WORD) and gentle waters to drink (His SPIRIT). “He restores (lit: 'brings back') my soul” (v3a). Translations emphasise the reviving of the soul. The literal meaning includes something more important, the restoration of a soul by repentance (Gal 6:1). He brings my soul back to God, resulting in the restoring of life & peace. Thus, it speaks of the rescue of a lost sheep, who has gone astray, a vital part of a shepherd's work (Ezek 34:4-6,11-12), a picture of salvation (Isa 53:6). Lost souls are sheep without a shepherd, and Jesus came in compassion to gather His flock (Matt 9:36). This aspect of the Good Shepherd's ministry is emphasised in the NT (1Pet 2:25). The Parable of the Good Shepherd (Matt 18:11-13) reveals Christ, the Son of Man, is the Good Shepherd, with sacrificial love for each of His sheep. He claimed to be the Good Shepherd of Ps 23, who came from Heaven to seek & save His lost sheep, by bringing us back to Himself. Luke 15:4-7 adds detail: “When he has found it (the lost sheep), he lays it on his shoulders (salvation by grace) rejoicing" (v5). "Likewise, there will be more joy in Heaven over one SINNER who REPENTS” (v7). This proves it's a picture of salvation by Christ thru repentant faith. When a sheep knows it is lost, it's paralysed by fear & lies down, or gets caught in a bush or ditch. It's helpless to save itself. But the Shepherd loves him & seeks Him, calling out to him. When he hears His voice, he bleats (we call on His Name to save us), He lifts him up & carries him home. We repent from going our own way, call on the Shepherd and trust Him to save us, rather than running away. His rejoicing over 1 saved sheep reveals God's personal love for us. To save the sheep He had to go to where he was. So, to save us, God had to come to earth as a man. So, Ps 23 can only be fulfilled by God becoming a man in the person of Jesus to save us. Having restored me to Himself: “He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His Name's sake (for His glory & reputation, displaying the glory of His grace)” (v3b). The Good Shepherd is our Leader & Guide. He plans the best route for the day. The sheep didn't need to know where to go; just to know where the Shepherd was and follow Him. The Lord leads us into abundance of life & provision. He leads us on the right path for our life. Trust Him, for He'll lead you well, in accordance with His good Name. "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for YOU are with me" (v4a). At times it was necessary to go thru deep gorges in the shadows, vulnerable to robbers & predators, representing times of danger, when death casts a shadow over us, but if we're with Jesus, our Shepherd, we need not even fear death, for He defeated death for us. He'll be with us even thru death. v4 speaks of His Protection through His Presence with us both now & forever, for He'll never leave us. Note the change from HE to YOU. The sheep draws closer to Him in danger. He's now alongside us, rather than ahead. His Presence protects us from evil, removing our fear. Sheep don't last long on their own, our safety is in staying close to the Shepherd. “Your ROD and Your STAFF, they comfort me” (v4b). The Shepherd manifests His Presence and so comforts the sheep (1) by His ROD (a club with iron nails in its head, like a mace, used to strike His enemies, 1Sam 17:34-35), corresponding to His WORD. The STAFF was used on the sheep if it started to go the wrong way, to pull it to safety if it needed rescuing, and to count the sheep (Mic 7:14) – a symbol of His SPIRIT.

Psalm 23:1: “The Lord is my Shepherd” - a confession of personal faith & submission. He's my Shepherd, Owner, Lord, Leader (sheep belong to their shepherd; they submit, follow & trust him). Only believers humble themselves to be His sheep and admit they need, belong to & follow their Shepherd, trusting Him to provide. Since the Lord is my Shepherd: “I shall not want” (v1b), a summary of His provision of every blessing, unfolded in detail in the rest of Ps 23: "I'll not want for peace, protection, guidance, blessing etc. Also, a statement of contentment: “He's all I want.” “He makes me to lie down (settles me down) in green pastures” (v2a) - satisfied peace & rest. Shepherds rested their flocks at noon (Song 1:7). Sheep only lie down having had plenty to eat & drink, not threatened by wild animals or troubled by parasites or flies and if there's no friction among the sheep. Rest comes, for the shepherd has dealt with fear, friction, flies & famine. Christ brings us into soul-rest: “He leads (not drives) me beside the still (gentle) waters” (v2b). He plans my life, knows the best way & leads me in it – oriental shepherds go ahead & lead their sheep. They know his voice & follow him. Jesus the Prince of Peace can't give us peace apart from Himself, as He is Peace. So, if you go away from Him, you lose peace. Sheep can't drink from swift waters. He supplies us with grass to chew (His WORD) and gentle waters to drink (His SPIRIT). “He restores (lit: 'brings back') my soul” (v3a). Translations emphasise the reviving of the soul. The literal meaning includes something more important, the restoration of a soul by repentance (Gal 6:1). He brings my soul back to God, resulting in the restoring of life & peace. Thus, it speaks of the rescue of a lost sheep, who has gone astray, a vital part of a shepherd's work (Ezek 34:4-6,11-12), a picture of salvation (Isa 53:6). Lost souls are sheep without a shepherd, and Jesus came in compassion to gather His flock (Matt 9:36). This aspect of the Good Shepherd's ministry is emphasised in the NT (1Pet 2:25). The Parable of the Good Shepherd (Matt 18:11-13) reveals Christ, the Son of Man, is the Good Shepherd, with sacrificial love for each of His sheep. He claimed to be the Good Shepherd of Ps 23, who came from Heaven to seek & save His lost sheep, by bringing us back to Himself. Luke 15:4-7 adds detail: “When he has found it (the lost sheep), he lays it on his shoulders (salvation by grace) rejoicing" (v5). "Likewise, there will be more joy in Heaven over one SINNER who REPENTS” (v7). This proves it's a picture of salvation by Christ thru repentant faith. When a sheep knows it is lost, it's paralysed by fear & lies down, or gets caught in a bush or ditch. It's helpless to save itself. But the Shepherd loves him & seeks Him, calling out to him. When he hears His voice, he bleats (we call on His Name to save us), He lifts him up & carries him home. We repent from going our own way, call on the Shepherd and trust Him to save us, rather than running away. His rejoicing over 1 saved sheep reveals God's personal love for us. To save the sheep He had to go to where he was. So, to save us, God had to come to earth as a man. So, Ps 23 can only be fulfilled by God becoming a man in the person of Jesus to save us. Having restored me to Himself: “He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His Name's sake (for His glory & reputation, displaying the glory of His grace)” (v3b). The Good Shepherd is our Leader & Guide. He plans the best route for the day. The sheep didn't need to know where to go; just to know where the Shepherd was and follow Him. The Lord leads us into abundance of life & provision. He leads us on the right path for our life. Trust Him, for He'll lead you well, in accordance with His good Name. "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for YOU are with me" (v4a). At times it was necessary to go thru deep gorges in the shadows, vulnerable to robbers & predators, representing times of danger, when death casts a shadow over us, but if we're with Jesus, our Shepherd, we need not even fear death, for He defeated death for us. He'll be with us even thru death. v4 speaks of His Protection through His Presence with us both now & forever, for He'll never leave us. Note the change from HE to YOU. The sheep draws closer to Him in danger. He's now alongside us, rather than ahead. His Presence protects us from evil, removing our fear. Sheep don't last long on their own, our safety is in staying close to the Shepherd. “Your ROD and Your STAFF, they comfort me” (v4b). The Shepherd manifests His Presence and so comforts the sheep (1) by His ROD (a club with iron nails in its head, like a mace, used to strike His enemies, 1Sam 17:34-35), corresponding to His WORD. The STAFF was used on the sheep if it started to go the wrong way, to pull it to safety if it needed rescuing, and to count the sheep (Mic 7:14) – a symbol of His SPIRIT.

How to Figure Out if Your Staff is Overworked or Just Doesn't Care, And What To Do About It | E214 Highlights from this episode: How to Figure Out if Your Staff is Overworked or Just Doesn't Care, And What To Do About It (00:52) Closing Thought: Don't get stuck in the wrong room (16:05) Staffing is a never ending project within a practice. We have had to replace several staff members over the last few months and obviously there's a learning curve with new hires and they are going to make many mistakes. The thing you need to find out, however, is whether these mistakes are because they are overworked or if they just don't care. Listen to the end to find out my take on what these "just don't care" situations tend to actually be. Join in the conversation and subscribe to the podcast to keep up with all the great content coming down the pipe! For exclusive content, be sure to register your email on our website and I will be sending out newsletters and other great bonuses as we go. I love getting feedback, questions, suggestions, etc. so contact me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theultimateod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, on social media (click here for -> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) OR, just shoot me an email at drlillie@theultimateod.com and I'd be happy to chat!

In our quest for success in the coffee shop business we embrace the busy and frenetic pace that is assumed as necessary to bring us fulfillment. As we work we can often lose touch with the thing that drove our passion in the beginning. While scaling and ambition have many benefits, there always remains the need to connect with deep and meaningful things where skill intersects with heart. It is this simplicity and vibrancy that now drives today's returning Guest to the show, Charles Babinski at his new shop, Cafe 143 in Sydney. Charles Babinski is the former U.S. Barista Champion and the co-founder and former co-owner of the legendary G&B Coffee and Go Get Em Tiger in L.A. In his long and storied career Charles has reached the peak of competition and business success and has now scaled down to pursue a more simple and personally rewarding expression of coffee and coffee service through Cafe 143.  This is a wonderful window into the arc of a career that will be very instructive for new business owners and verans alike.  We cover: Reflecting on career decisions The value of intimate focus Why scaling a business can lead to a loss of connection and impact on a personal level Transitioning to a new opportunity and building cafe 143 in Sydney Applying past experiences and expertise and setting up the business and decision-making Creating a vibrant coffee bar Measuring success and ongoing development The Importance of Education and Communication How success in the coffee industry is measured by the feedback and trust of customers.   Related episodes:  107 : Kyle Glanville & Charles Babinski of G&B Coffee and Go Get em Tiger 296: Holistic Barista Training w/ David Castillo of Go Get Em Tiger , Los Angeles 219 : Building a Winning Food Program w/ Marilei Denila, Culinary R&D Manager, Go Get em Tiger 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff

In this episode, I talk with Becky Gerdes and Ryan Siegle about their book Six Steps Toward Teacher Retention and a Long-Lasting Legacy. We focus mainly on their Six Steps to Maximize Your Leadership Impact and Improve Teacher Retention: Step One: Lead Authentically Step Two: Build Teacher Self-Efficacy Step Three: Foster Collective Efficacy Among Your Staff Step Four: Cultivate a Culture of Trust Step Five: Listen to Your Staff with Empathy Step Six: Unite Around a Shared Vision This was a great conversation with a ton of practical steps that school leaders can use to help build an environment where teachers want to stay, which we all know translates into better experiences for students. As always, send your comments, questions, and show ideas to mike@schoolleadershipshow.com.  Consider rating the podcast in iTunes and leaving a comment.  And please pass the show along to your colleagues.  Additionally, if you have other NON-education books with implications for school leaders, send those suggestions our way, too. And finally, If you or someone you know would like to sponsor the show, send Mike an email at mike@schoolleadershipshow.com.

The world of hospitality is filled with people who are either a great fit for the field, or not. Problem is that, for the number of coffee shops in operation today demand for great people is way higher than the supply. So how do we make sure we are hiring the best fit for our business? Today on shift break we will be exploring the number one most important thing you need to discover about a person before bringing them on to the team. Related episodes: 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 301 : Hiring and Training for Excellence 278 : Making great Hiring Decisions 018: Hiring, Culture, and the Future of your Shop 366: A Conversation w/ Chris Baca of Cat and Cloud Coffee

The barrier of entry for getting a coffee shop open is lower than ever. Many have the idea that if they can get the shop open, then they have succeeded. But the test is not only about whether you can open a shop, or even if you can keep it open, but how do you make something that is truly great and successful?  On today's episode we will be talking about a few ingredients that must be present in the mix of a coffee shop from the beginning in order for all the components we assemble in the race to open, to work together and create something truly greater than the sum of its parts.  These things are not readily apparent but are necessary nonetheless, and are what separates the average coffee shop from one that is long lasting and impactful.  We cover:  Culture of caring Service mindset internal and external Its not just a recipe of the assembly…it's the soul Make the intangible tangible Long term success is based on roots and patience Self knowledge and acceptance of risk in refinement Values in action Not getting mired in the details but tending to them / Ability to judge success in mission and big picture Listen to these episodes next: 374: Opening a Coffee Shop: Fantasy vs Reality (w/ bonus commentary)” 283 : 5 Bad Reasons to Open a Coffee Shop 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 223 : Building a Financially Resilient Business w/ Andrew Carroll 239 : 5 Best Practices for the Best Small Business w/ Henry Lopez 141 : The 27 Challenges Managers Face w/ Bruce Tulgan   Visit our awesome Sponsors! GROUND BREAKING BREWING MADE SIMPLE! www.groundcontrol.coffee   THE BEST PLANT-BASED BEVERAGES ON THE PLANET! www.Pacificfoodservice.com   30 years of resourcing you with the best products and education! www.coffeefest.com Use Code: "KEYS" for 50% General Admission  

In the hospitality industry, a guiding ethos that drives many successful coffee bars, restaurant, and bars alike, is the concept of generosity. When we operate with a heart to give and serve, we innovate ways to make that ethos a reality. Unfortunately there are many cafes that operate with the idea that they should only pay what they can get away with and have a less than generous disposition that leads to all sorts of problems.  That fact that this later disposition is so common is one of the reasons today's guest started down the road to innovate a way to create a  generaous payment system that both challeneges the status quo and cares for the needs of the coffee shop's staff.  Today we are talking with Mike Schroeder of Oddly Correct in Kansas City, MO.  Mike Schroeder is a drummer turned aerospace engineer turned drummer turned co ffee roaster turned problem solver and business owner. Mike is brothers-in-law with Oddly's founder Gregory Kolsto and Oddly's first employee (in 2011) and is now being trusted to steer the ship. In this conversation we dive into the story and values of Oddly Correct and how they flipped the script on the traditional way wages are viewed and can today provide their staff with a consistent living wage.  We cover: Beginning oddly Crafting the values Making decisions Expanding mindfully The why behind projects and initiatives Valuing your team Guaranteeing a living wage Pushback from the industry Rolling it our and seeing the impact Continual improvement Advice for how to apply this structure Links:  www.oddlycorrect.com  Boss Barista interview w/Mike    Related episodes: 227 : Connecting with Hearts and Minds 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 162 : Discussing “Baristastainability” w/ Jenna Gotthelf of Counter Culture Coffee 291 : What to do if Your Baristas Wont Listen to You Bridging the Values-Actions Gap Scaling Values   Interested in leveling up your coffee shop or setting up 1:1 coaching? Click here to schedule a free consulting discovery call with KTTS Click here to book a formal one-on-one consulting call! Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.groundcontrol.coffee www.pacficfoodservice.com www.coffeefest.com    

In this episode Dr. Danielle Angela is joined by Dr. Jodi Dinneramn. Dr. Jodi is a chiropractor, author, mom, wife, and creator of the SEWP school. Dr. Jodi shares her tips for practitioners who want to learn more about creating a joy-filled Staffless Practice. But wait, don't go firing your staff right now! If your practice requires more than you, Dr. Jodi shares how to focus on and utilize your team's true talents.  Automation holds the key to so many successes in your practice but did you know you can automate with a personal style?? Dr. Jodi shares how to do that and so much more on this episode of the Health and Wellness Practitioners Podcast. In this episode we discuss: Your Staff & Their True Talents (who needs to drink the Kool-Aid?) You Don't Always Need 0 Staff, You Need the Right Staff What To Do Next on Your Staffless Practice Journey Time Studies & Empathy

Welcome to another before and after edition of Founder Friday! Occasionally we sit down with an entrepreneur who is in the proccess of opening their shop to talk about what they are planning, hoping for, and doing right now. Then we come back a few months post launch and see how things went getting open and the lessons learned in the process.  I am thrilled to have been able to sit down with frequent guest on the show, Jonathan Pascual of Tap Room Coffee in Atlanta. This first half was recorded in December 2021 as he was gearing up for the launch of his new roastery and cafe brand, Opo Coffee which has now been in operation for 2 months.  In this conversation we get to hear the details, planning, and hopes Jonathan had for Opo Coffee and then we get to see how things actually went and the wonderful way that Jonathan and his team have approached this new venture based on values, mission, respect, and a deep care for people.  This is going to be an episode full of incredible insight you won't want to miss!  We cover:  The decision to expand and the first steps Institutional wisdom and learning as you go Having a strong team Values driven operations Taken a stepped approach to launching Generating excitement and serving people How to approach caring for multiple locations Making hard decisions  Finding joy and energy amidst the work Trusting your people Related episodes: 177 : Founder Friday w/ Jonathan Pascual of Taproom Coffee and Beer in Atlanta, Georgia COVID-19 Focus : Jonathan Pascual | Taproom Coffee and Beer | Atlanta, Georgia 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 366: A Conversation w/ Chris Baca of Cat and Cloud Coffee 330 : Establishing Systems in Your Coffee Shop Interested in leveling up your coffee shop or setting up 1:1 coaching? Click here to schedule a free consulting discovery call with KTTS Click here to book a formal one-on-one consulting call!   Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.groundcontrol.coffee www.pacficfoodservice.com        

How do you measure the impact of you business? We talk about metrics mostly related to finances and judge success accordingly. But the deeper and more fulfilling impact a coffee shop can have is based in relationship. You may ask yourself the question, does what I am creating or have created have “heart and meaning”? If your answer is yes and you stick to it long enough, you might end up with a legacy similar to our guests today, Cindy and Cary Arsaga In 1992 Arsaga Coffee was founded in Fayetteville Arkansas and this month marks the 30 year anniversary of Arsaga's. Cindy and Cary have been serving generations of people through their unique, warm, and welcoming shops. Their goal has always been to provide a space that fosters true community, connection, and the positive life change that results. Today they are pillars in the North West Arkansas community and continue to serve great coffee in authentic spaces with simplicity and integrity. Arsaga's was the first coffee house I was a regular of and where I first learned to love coffee and the coffeehouse as a dynamic space. I was not only the catalyst for my career but it was the force that inspired innumerable lives. Needless to say this a really special episode to me. So today we get to hear the story of how Arsaga's was born from an, how it grew organically and with soul, how they took on bigger projects such as baking, food, and roasting, all while staying true to their roots of “Heart and Meaning”. We cover: How coffee basically saved Carries life The epiphany Goals for creating community Beginning the journey and finding their way Early inspiration and creating energy and a community space Staying true to yourself Fostering connection Learning how to operate a public space The journey of roasting and scaling without losing culture Hiring the right people Creating magic in peoples lives Going from organic growth their intentional development / being organized Working with family Challenges, lessons, and proud moments Links: www.arsagas.com Instagram @arsagascoffeeroasters   Related Episodes: 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 018: Hiring, Culture, and the Future of your Shop Bridging the Values-Actions Gap 208: Building a Company that Cares w/ Kyra Kennedy of Baratza 166 : Founder Friday! (Special Curated Edition) : Four Awesome Perspectives on Caring for Staff from past Founder Friday Episodes 139 : Founder Friday w/ Kusanya Cafe co-founder, Phil Sipka 232 : Founder Friday w/ Blew Kind of Fanny Lou's Porch 279 : Founder Friday! w/ Daniel Brown and Nephthaly Leonidas of Gilly Brew Bar 305 : Founder Friday! w/ Andrew Sinclair of MadLab Coffee, Los Angeles, CA   Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.groundcontrol.coffee www.pacficfoodservice.com

I am excited to present to you another great interview with an inspirational founder! This time we get to hear the story of the founding an development of a business that has long been a pillar of specialty coffee in the U.S.. We are talking with Tony Dreyfuss, Co-Founder of the award winning Metropolis Coffee Company!  Tony started Metropolis Coffee with his Father Jeff Dreyfuss in 2003 and they continue to own and run it to this day. In the span of 2 decades Metropolis has established itself as both an iconic specialty coffee roaster and shop, winning many awards for its coffee and overall business, but also as a pillar of the community it serves in Chicago. The values and passion for of diversity, quality, and locally rooted service are the foundations that make Metropolis as effective and successful as they are.  Today we will be diving into the story of Metropolis as we talk with Tony about everything from his first exposure to coffee and getting hooked on the scene- to founding and growing Metropolis with all the high and low points along the way.  We cover: Discovering coffee and becoming a coffee guy Experiences at Pete's and planning his own shop First steps into coffee as a career and then as an owner Working with family and building the brand Using experience + Learning new business lessons  Coffee offerings then and now Inclusivity model and hiring nice people Cultural diversity and a people first approach  Learning from mistakes and embracing authenticity Thoughts on the industry shift toward accessible offerings Most important issue in coffee right now Links: https://www.metropoliscoffee.com/ Metropolis Coffee Instagram @metropoliscoffeeco   Related Episodes:  366: A Conversation w/ Chris Baca of Cat and Cloud Coffee 204 : Founder Friday w/ Jeff Taylor of PT's Coffee Roasting Co. & Bird Rock Coffee! 075 : Founder Friday w/Jill Killen of Cloud City Coffee, Seattle Washington 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 282 : How to Listen to your Customers 367 : Designing Your Coffee Shop for Community w/ Dr. Lisa Waxman Your Peers are not your Customers Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.groundcontrol.coffee www.pacficfoodservice.com

Episode Notes:[09:22] Writing Personal Notes For Each Game[16:51] Taking Care of Yourself as a Coach[23:58] The Lesson Coach Ivey Learned The Hard Way[26:10] Protecting Relationships w/ Players and Staff[29:27] The Differences Between Head Coaches and Assistants[32:09] Bringing Energy to Your Staff and PlayersCoach Forward is an interview-style podcast hosted by Jason Mejeur (Coach J), accomplished Coach, Mentor, and Founder/CEO at MaxOne. To see the MaxOne platform, schedule some time here.I'm excited to be joined today by Coach Jessie Ivey.Coach Ivey is entering her third season as associate head coach at The University of Toledo Women's Basketball. Last year she helped lead Toledo to one of their best seasons in program history, tying the school record for wins in and setting a MAC record for most conference victories in a season on their way to winning the 10th MAC Regular Season Title in school history.Ivey came to Toledo after two seasons as head coach at NCAA Division II Tiffin University and served as an assistant before that at Bowling Green University.As you'll here in this episode, Coach Ivey's approach really sets her apart as a coach who cares deeply about her players and goes the extra mile to build relationships with them based on trust.This approach has led to national individual honors of Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Division II Assistant Coach of the Year - and Ivey was also named to the WBCA's inaugural Thirty Under 30 honoree list.Here is the list of books Coach Ivey suggested reading for coaches:Walk On- Alan WilliamsEleven Rings- Phil JacksonLegacy- James KerrWolfpack- Abby WambachIt takes What It Takes- Trevor MowardThe Culture Code- Daniel CoyleAtomic Habits- James ClearLeaders Eat Last- Simon SinekOutliers- Malcolm GladwellDear Coach- Sara ErdnerDare to Lead- Brene BrownThe Energy Bus- Jon GordonThe Tough Stuff- Cody RoyleEmotional Intelligence for the Modern Leader- Christopher D. ConnorsHeart of a Husky- Mel ThomasWhat Drives Winning- Bret LedbetterBe an Impact Player- Liz Wiseman About Jason Mejeur (Coach J)Jason has 15+ years of experience coaching basketball at the college and high school level and has lived on the sidelines and in the locker rooms working to build teams and inspire athletes. His mission is to build authentic relationships with his players so that he can impact them beyond the basketball court.More recently, Jason founded MaxOne to be a platform that makes coaches' lives easier and helps them use technology to have a bigger impact on the lives of their athletes.Join the discussion with Coach Forward on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Leave a review if you got something out of this!

This week we are wrapping up and reviewing the second quarter of 2022 and making plans for quarter three. Carrie shares her tried-and-true method for reviewing and assessing your goals, along with the best ways to keep yourself accountable and moving forward. We go over four different areas to consider in your review, as well as the importance of knowing your inspiration, outsourcing what you can, and reaching out for guidance when you need it. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com.  Mentioned in this episode:  TinyUrl.com/getlocalist  Infomedia  EOS  The 12 Week Year Short Timelines, Big Results: Optimizing for 2021 with “The 12 Week Year” You Need A BudgetWorking with Family Members: When It Works, Why It's Tricky, and How to Protect Your Business and Your Relationship (Featuring Susan Rollwagen of Pepperbox Solutions) Come Back Strong: How to Rejoin the Work Force with a Solid Resume after Maternity, Sabbatical, Extended Leave or Side Hustles How to Lead a Team During Quarantine: Susan Rollwagen on Managing Remotely in a Time of Uncertainly and StressCare for Your Staff (and They'll Help You Profit) with Susan RollwagenDiversity at Work: What Can a Small Business Do?Navigating Unplanned Homeschooling with Susan Rollwagen Pepperbox Consulting  Emily Wells Design  Emily Wells on the Localist Podcast  Canva CarrieRollwagen.com @CRollwagen on Instagram

It's not very often you come across someone who has spent decades as a true example of what it is to be an exemplary manager, leader, and professional. When you do find them you better be prepared to absorb their wisdom and let it help guide your own career.  Well, today we are privileged to sit down with some one who has done exactly that. We are talking all about leadership, management, and training, with Selina Viguera of Blue Bottle Coffee! Selina Viguera is well-known in specialty coffee mostly for being an amazing and dedicated barista. She leads the Barista Guild Café at Specialty Coffee Expo and U.S. CoffeeChamps; she's been a lead barista at TED in Vancouver, as well as TEDxWomen and TEDxMed; her latte art is featured on the Pacific Barista Series Oat and Rice packages. And she's been “the face” of Blue Bottle, especially in her adopted home in Los Angeles, for years.   Selina Viguera is a coffee professional who has worked in the industry for over 20+ years. Selina has managed some of the busiest Blue Bottle cafes in the North American market such as San Francisco's Ferry Building location and LA's Abbot Kinney location, where she is currently the cafe leader for over 7 years.    In our conversation we explore here long career and the experiences that have shied who she is as a leader today.    We cover: Discovering the work of the cafe and then specialty coffee Connecting with customers and becoming a leader Leading the change to specialty in her first cafe Learning to train and teach Doors opening for management and leadership Leading "Team First" and the metric of staff happiness Training and onboarding effectively Empowering feedback and conflict resolution  Balance of structure and culture Embracing difficult conversations and being courageous What she is most proud of accomplishing Advice to fellow managers Links:  Instagram: @sellybean_13  Email: Selina.viguera@gmail.com   Recommended Episodes: 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 313 : Coffee Education and Training w/ Michael Phillips of Blue Bottle Coffee 306 : A Conversation w/ 2004 U.S. Barista Champion, Bronwen Serna! 305 : Founder Friday! w/ Andrew Sinclair of MadLab Coffee, Los Angeles, CA 305 : Founder Friday! w/ Andrew Sinclair of MadLab Coffee, Los Angeles, CA In Praise of Long Term Imperfect Employment   Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.groundcontrol.coffee www.pacficfoodservice.com www.coffeefest.com  

Good intentions are nice and all, but how do you make sure that you can actually deliver on your ideals for quality, service, and beyond? The answer is systems. Unfortunately many shops are organizationally flying by the seat of their pants and delivering an inconsistent and frustrating experience. A well developed set of processes, lists, and procedures will give consistency to the standards we strive to offer our baristas and guests as well as aid us in developing a culture where people feel confident and cared for.  But how do we create, establish, and refine systems and processes so they serve our shops and people well? That is exactly what we are going to cover today in a pretty thorough examination of the steps needed to make and launch systems in your cafe.  We cover:  Beginning mindsets and assumptions Leaders role Observation and feedback Rules for prioritization  Writing for detail and for realism Training, coaching, and refinement Advice for both the new and existing shop Related episodes you must listen too! 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff 123 : The 10 Essentials of a Barista Manual 080 : Changing things in the Cafe : A workflow for Refinement 057 : SOP's FTW! Success through Standard Operating Procedures 007 : The 4 Keys to an Effective Checklist  Feedback Culture : Making feedback a part of what you do not just something you sometimes do The Impact of Absence   Visit our amazing Sponsors! www.prima-coffee.com/keys www.pacficfoodservice.com www.coffeefest.com

When the customer first walks in the what do you think about them? Well chances are your immediate thoughts will be based on your assumptions formed in conversation with fellow baristas and the inside jokes we have at their expense. Yes, customers can say and do very similar things but why is our default to seek out ways to dismiss and make a caricature of them rather than trying to serve them with the benefit of the doubt as individual?  Today on Shift Break we are going to talk about the problem with our natural tendency to train our brain to react to and think about customers in ways that ends up creating an unfair and less than stellar coffee experience.   Related Episodes: Gossip: How this toxic element destroys community in the coffee shop and what to do instead 019 : 10 Reasons to Love the Customer w/ Chris Deferio Encore! Curbing Their Enthusiasm 329 : How to Teach Company Values to Your Staff   Visit our Sponsors!!! The best espresso machines in the world! www.lamarzoccousa.com   Custom branded mobile apps for your shop! www.espressly.co      

Be Grateful and Thankful for Your Staff and the Role they Play in Growing Your Business The calendar year is coming to an end. It is the holiday season. What better time to make sure that your staff knows you are grateful and thankful for their contributions to the company. That they play a critical role in the business growth. Give that bonus. That $1-200 may not seem like much to you, for them it could really make their holiday. For bigger business, $5-20K is a game changer for an employee and their family. Saying thanks and expressing gratitude to those that help make it happen is the right thing to do. Given the current labor market it will also go a long way in retention of key employees. Staff turnover is costly and can stop business growth cold. Staff retention should be a priority of every business. Give the bonus, and maybe a bit more. Say thanks and let the staff know how they make your organization better. Skip the jelly of the month club, besides you don't want cousin Eddy showing up in his RV do you?

This week, we're taking you behind the scenes and introducing our team members! Alana, outreach manager, is the newest addition with a passion for plants and a history in retail. Brad, sound engineer from the beginning, is a musician and general local music culture enthusiast. Michelle, show runner from the start, is a book lover and stickler for finding links. And Beka, production assistant, is another incredibly helpful newer addition with a tech background. They all share their favorite episodes and local shops, and why shopping local is important to them. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com.  Mentioned in this episode:  ThinkLocalist.com @AlanaHarmond on Instagram  Morgan Johnson's first episode on the Localist Podcast Morgan Johnston's second episode on the Localist Podcast Club Duquette  Botanica  Caitlin Hastings of Botanica on the Localist Podcast  Brad Davis on Instagram Infomedia  Seasick Records  Bandcamp  Burrito Punx on the Localist Podcast  Wess Gregg from Sanctum Comics & Tattoos on the Localist Podcast Michelle Phillips on Instagram Michelle's first episode on the Localist Podcast Michelle's second episode on the Localist Podcast  Michelle's third episode on the Localist Podcast  O'Henry's Coffee  Greenhouse Bham  Church Street Coffee and Books  Little Professor  The Localist's Christmas Episode 1 The Localist's Christmas Episode 2 The Localist's Christmas Episode 3 The Localist's Christmas Episode 4  Curtis Bridges on the Localist Podcast Working with Family Members: When It Works, Why It's Tricky, and How to Protect Your Business and Your Relationship (Featuring Susan Rollwagen of Pepperbox Solutions) Come Back Strong: How to Rejoin the Work Force with a Solid Resume after Maternity, Sabbatical, Extended Leave or Side Hustles with Susan Rollwagen How to Lead a Team During Quarantine: Susan Rollwagen on Managing Remotely in a Time of Uncertainty and Stress Care for Your Staff (and They'll Help You Profit) with Susan Rollwagen Diversity at Work: What Can a Small Business Do? with Susan Rollwagen  Mary Claire of Greenhouse on the Localist Podcast  Michael Kierspe on the Localist Podcast  Beka Harmon on Instagram  ThinkLocalist.com Thirsty Monk Brewery  French Broad Chocolate Lounge  @ThinkLocalist on Instagram   

This week, we welcome Kentucky's Mitch Barnhart to the show. After 20 years as UK's Athletic Director, Mitch has produced one of the largest leadership trees with more than six former associates now holding Division 1 athletic director positions. In this episode, Mitch shares his passion for equipping people to launch people and guiding his organization with a true servant heart and integrity. -----Show Notes3:25   Countering Today's Labor Staffing Challenges - The Kentucky “Blue Coats” 7:41   Right-Sizing Your Venues10:03   Diversifying Your Fan Base11:41   Navigating the Changing College Landscape17:00   Find the Balance19:10   Most Impactful Leader & Leadership Styles22:11   Creating a Growth Mindset Culture26:49   Equip People to Launch People31:19   Foundational Leadership Moments39:21   Generational Leadership43:18   Challenges of Reactionary Decision Making46:59   Importance of Family First52:34   Show Appreciation for Your Staff 54:25   Mitch's Billboard-----Connect with Mitch via email or follow him on TwitterToday's episode was sponsored by CheckdIn.  Delivering training digitally to better equip your staff for game day.Want more from EngageMint? Subscribe to our newsletter

Carrie is back this week with a solo episode diving into business books! And don't let that scare you if you're not a huge book person; Carrie takes that into account and gives practical tips even if you don't want to sit down and read a book cover to cover! Carrie tells us how to actually find relevant business books, how to vet books, and how not to get swept away by an idea. It can be super helpful to take notes, and Carrie breaks down her system for that. Full show notes at LocalistPodcast.com.    Mentioned in this episode:  ThinkLocalist.com @ThinkLocalist on InstagramWorking with Family Members: When It Works, Why It's Tricky, and How to Protect Your Business and Your Relationship (Featuring Susan Rollwagen of Pepperbox Solutions)Come Back Strong: How to Rejoin the Work Force with a Solid Resume after Maternity, Sabbatical, Extended Leave or Side Hustles with Susan RollwagenHow to Lead a Team During Quarantine: Susan Rollwagen on Managing Remotely in a Time of Uncertainly and StressCare for Your Staff (and They'll Help You Profit) with Susan RollwagenDiversity at Work: What Can a Small Business Do? with Susan Rollwagen Building a Storybrand Marketing Made Simple  What is a Nurture Campaign?  Malcolm Gladwell The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell  The Tim Ferriss Show   Craig Hurst of GearBox on the Localist podcast The Lean Startup by Eric Ries  Buy a copy of The Localist Book Emmet O'Neal Library  Libro.fm Moleskines Bullet Journal The Great Game of Business  Infomedia

Joining us on today's episode is Eric Nichols, the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Marketing and Branding/Chief Marketing Officer at the University of South Carolina. Nichols oversees Marketing, Digital and Social Media, and the University band and spirit programs as well as serving as the primary liaison for Licensing, merchandise sales, and outsourced entities including IMG for multimedia rights and IMG/Learfield Ticket Solutions for outbound sales.Eric and David discuss innovation around customer and employee experience within college athletics. From some of the changes South Carolina has been working on over the pandemic and are now launching this year at their football stadium,  to renovated club areas and utilizing data and KPIs for your staff, Eric breaks down all the way in which he looks to innovate the college athletics space for his team. -----Show Notes3:07      New Club Spaces at Gamecock Football Games10:08   The South Carolina Tailgate Experience13:04    Beer Caves and Convenient Store Concession Stands17:17   How to Scale Empathy19:22   Using Data to Increase Staffing and Resources26:21   Setting KPIs and a Vision for Your Staff 31:43   Lessons from South Carolina Culture Surveys35:10   Facilitating Teamwork and Rewarding Your Employees37:12   Deepening Connections with Gamecock Fans41:53   Bridging the Ticketing and Licensing Spending Gap44:56   Eric's Billboard-----

“Even Though I Walk Through the Valley . . .”, “Your Rod and Your Staff, They Comfort Me”

The best conversations almost always start with great questions. The fans of Your Pod and Your Staff sent in some great questions these past few weeks, and Stanford Gibson and Peter Nittler try their best to turn them into great conversations. At the very least, they turn them into an eclectic set of conversations. On this episode the guys talk about dinosaurs, Melchizedek, Marvel Movies, how to disagree with people well, Belly buttons, a particular College Lifer's sense of humor, spiritual gifts, spiritual habits, and spiritual practices. Much is discussed. But much was left on the table. So if listening to this episode sparks a question in you that you're dying to hear discussed, it's not too late to ask that question. Head to collegelifedavis.com/questions and maybe you can be the spark for the next great conversation. This episode is our Ode to the Question Mark. Enjoy the podcast! This episode was edited by Mike Loretto: mikelorettocoaching.com

When you make moves in faith, you have to take your staff with you. Your staff? That's right. Your Staff. Listen in!

We're one year old! It's Your Pod and Your Staff's birth week and we thought we'd celebrate by going back to our roots. We are re-releasing our first ever episode. In this episode, Stanford and Peter discussed the ways they were thinking about the Coronavirus. What should or could our posture be during difficult times like these? Do we look for the silver lining? Do we have faith and ignore fear? Do we have blind hope? Do we have the exact same looking anxieties as everyone else? It's got everything you love: Stanford being Stanford, Peter doing accents, attempts at bringing Biblical truths to bear on the here-and-now, and, of course, Quarantine Corner. Chances are, if you listen to this show, you've heard this episode. But chances also are, that this year has changed you like it's changed many people and you might be a different person now then you were then, and we think that person might want to hear this stuff, too. We're doing an Ode to the Question Mark: Q&A Episode soon! Send us your questions at collegelifedavis.com/questions Thanks for supporting the podcast! It's been the best part of a very hard time. Enjoy the podcast!

Creating your "About Us" Page on your website is the BEST opportunity to build trust with your website visitors. Your visitors are wondering 'who is the person who will be helping me?" and if you create a Staff, or Bio page that speaks to this issue you can build MASSIVE trust with your website visitors and create more leads!**Video Version Available On Our Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/0LmXcB6EvPcIn this episode I discuss:1. Your Staff & Bio page, why it's so influential.2. Why 60%+ Of your Traffic Visit This page3. Owner Bio 2.0 and How To Write A Bio That SELLS 4. How to create trust with your "about us" section so your website visitors convert into action takers!-------------------------------About Website Agency SecretsI built a multimillion dollar website agency that's created & maintained thousands of local business websites. The episodes of these podcast are some of the public speaking and webinar content I've shared over the years as we've grown our website agency. I hope you'll find them helpful as you seek to differentiate yourself online and serve as many people within your community as possible. Local businesses owning their markets through their websites. Enjoy a steady stream of website leads on autopilot, for free. It's possible and I'm here to show you how. This show is for any local business owner who is wanting to be perceived as the BEST in town for what they offer. It ALL starts with your website. Local Business Owners: It ALL starts with your website! Own your local market and become the go-to solution for anyone in your community looking for your services.Learn more about my agency at www.97display.com

Dragons! Beasts! 666! It's apocalypse time on Your Pod and Your Staff! I don't know what comes to mind when you read those two lines – maybe the end of the world? Maybe the rapture? Maybe just “excuse me, what?” We're opening up Revelation 13 this week... in other words… the weird stuff. It might feel foreign. It might feel totally bonkers. But dive in with us! Suddenly you'll see how these out-of-this-world images are actually a profound window showing you the truth behind reality. May you resist the beast… may you follow the lamb… may you flourish in the new city… and may Taco Bell not sue us for slander… Enjoy the podcast. It's a doozy. REVELATION RESOURCES Discipleship on the Edge: An Expository Journey through the Book of Revelation, Darrell Johnson The Theology of the Book of Revelation, Richard Bauckham Reading Revelation Responsibly, Michael Gorman "Five Strategies for Reading Revelation" Bible Project Podcast

What does, "Your Rod and Your Staff" mean in Psalm 23? God didn't design you to go through life alone and in fear. God's rod and […]The post The Lord My Protector appeared first on ExperienceChurch.tv.

3 Ways For Your Office To Be Profitable When You Are Not Open [Holiday Episode] - E24 Highlights of this episode: 3 Ways For Your Office To Be Profitable When You Are Not Open (00:58) Office Talk: Addressing Customer Service with Your Staff (05:36) What do they always say? Necessity is the mother of invention. I'd say from a business perspective, that is the best way to describe the adaptations we've had to make during the pandemic. One of these changes being, finding ways to still make money when your physical office may not be open. I have found and implemented 3 great ways to do this (pandemic or not) and it has made a huge difference my friends! (00:58) You've heard me say it before, customer service starts from the top down. You set the tone and then your staff will follow. The question is, how do you communicate your vision effectively to your staff so that they in turn communicate it to your patients. It's important to all get on the same page and understand the purpose behind the procedures/protocols. You won't want to miss this segment of the episode! (05:36) Join in the fun and subscribe to the podcast to keep up with all the great content coming down the pipe! For exclusive content, be sure to register your email on our website and I will be sending out newsletters and other great bonuses as we go. I love getting feedback, questions, suggestions, etc. so contact me at www.theultimateod.com, on social media (click here for -> Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) OR, just shoot me an email at drlillie@theultimateod.com and I'd be happy to chat!

One thing is abundantly clear about our last episode of the season – it is DEEPLY Christian. We mean that on two levels. First, this is the Your Pod and Your Staff debut for our friend and recent alum of College Life, Christian Wingate. And you get to taste all the classic Christian Wingate flavors – deep textual thinking, niche nerdiness, and just incredible passion. We can learn a thing or two not just from Christian's ideas – but his enthusiasm. But it's also deeply Christian in that the ideas discussed from 1 Peter feel like they only make sense and can only be called “wisdom” if they flow from a worldview that thinks Jesus was who he said he was and is worth following with our whole lives. The “I Themed a Theme” and the “Excuse Me, What?!” sections in particular – about suffering and our response to it – seen through any other lens, would be the height of folly. But with a staunchly Jesus-lens, it is challenging, beautiful, and wise. Of course, because it's Christian and Stanford in a conversation, there's also some theological deep dives about words people haven't heard before. You're going to love it! Enjoy the pod! This episode was edited by Heidi Roodvoets

It's Ephesians week on Your Pod and Your Staff. And this week, it gets a little SPICY. Our guest this week, former College Life Pastor, Dan Seitz, makes Your Pod and Your Staff history by delivering the hottest take ever to occur on our program. If you know the Letter to the Ephesians, you won't believe what he chooses for Can I Have an Eraser? Beyond his hot take, Dan squeezes a ton of interesting-juice from the fruit of Ephesians with his patented careful and affectionate Scripture reading. He unearths a theme that we might not see apart from the kind of careful reading to which Dan is accustomed… He continues our multi-episode conversation regarding the new Jew / Gentile family of God. He points out Paul's strange (exciting? embarrassing?) understanding of the spiritual realm. He waxes eloquently about the future hope for Christians and why it matters right now. It's a loaded episode. You're going to love it. RESOURCES (from the library of Dan Seitz) Interested in Paul's Theology? Paul, a New Covenant Jew: Rethinking Pauline Theology, Brant Pitre, Michael P. Barber, and John A. Kincaid On the Saved by Faith conversation: Salvation by Allegiance Alone, Matthew Bates Gospel Allegiance: What Faith in Jesus Misses for Salvation in Christ, Matthew Bates On the Issue of Paul's Cosmology The Unseen Realm, Michael Heiser The Drama of Ephesians: Participating in the Triumph of God, Timothy Gombis This episode was edited by Heidi Roodvoets

We know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ, so we also have believed in Christ Jesus, in order to be justified by faith in Christ and not by works of the law, because by works of the law no one will be justified. Maybe you're smarter than me. But here's my reaction to this wonderful verse from Galatians (2:16) – I think I know what all those words mean, but I don't think I know exactly what Paul means. So, in an exciting piece of news, the original Your Pod and Your Staff triumvirate is back together – that's right, Miriam Hamilton makes her return to the podcast! And the trio try to piece together what Paul is saying in his letter to the Galatians. What does he mean by the law? What is / was the point of the law? Why is he so fired up about it? And, ultimately, why does it matter? This conversation might feel a little bit LESS like looking at the finished product of a puzzle, and more like the frustration and confusion that putting a puzzle together can feel like. Of course, on the other side of that frustration is the JOY of seeing clarity – and seeing the true picture start to emerge. So, we hope you come alongside us and enjoy trying to find the pieces to this Galatians puzzle! This episode was edited by Heidi Roodvoets

You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. That's James 2:26 right there. But. How can that be? Doesn't Paul tell us that “one is justified by faith apart from works”. This seems like… a problem. Have you ever been bothered by this? Have you ever been curious about how these seemingly opposing ideas can possibly exist in the same worldview? Well, we have, too. And we're talking about this dynamic and much more on this episode of Your Pod and Your Staff. Stanford, Peter, and newest member of the College Life staff, Madee Peterson (!), open up The Letter of James and talk through some of the biggest questions, get honest about the parts that make them uncomfortable, and celebrate the parts they adore. What is the deal with faith and works? Why is the tongue such a big deal? (I wish it wasn't!) Is it ok to doubt? And much more. We hope you bring your own thoughts, questions, and affections to this episode, and we hope you enjoy! This episode was edited by Heidi Roodvoets

Key Takeaways:05:30 - Money Is Not Enough To Make Your Staff Stay With You08:25 - Making The Best Salon Team10:12 -  Steering To The Same Path With Your Team17:57 -  Your Staff, Your Family21:55 - How to Strengthen Your TeamQuotes:“It's very valuable to have someone look at things from an outside perspective.” (04:59) (Doug)“People need to feel valued. They need to feel comfortable. They need to feel they're part of a team, and they need to know that each other's got their back.” (07:16) (Doug) “We're sitting down today to do our code of honor as a team because we've grown and the glue feels weak, right? It just feels weak. We're not as tight as we need to be. So let's get that cleaned up. Let's move it forward, and let's get the team to rocket you forward because you want your team to be tight. And the tightness of the team comes from the culture.” (23:33) (Jason)

The paradigm shift that needs to happen to lead your team and properly incentivize them to go to work for you... View the full episode and resources at: https://biglittlegyms.com/leading-your-team/ ABOUT THIS VIDEO So much of your success in running your gym and loving it will come down to Building a Culture That Aligns with Your Staff's Values. Talented people are seeking workplaces where they can align their beliefs with those of the company and ownership. They want to invest their time meaningfully and work together on a common vision of purpose and success. As gym owners grapple with how to recruit top coaches and retain them, they must rethink how they’re shaping and building a culture that unites people around a common cause. Great leadership means not looking at the dynamic being one of time for dollars. The time they spend with you should provide continuous value, alignment to the vision, purpose, and fulfillment goals. Check out the video and let me know what you think in the comments? To Your Success. Thanks for watching! Will Hurst & The Big Little Gyms Team View the full episode and resources at: https://biglittlegyms.com/leading-your-team/ Want some hands on help, mentorship, guidance, structure and trainings to help you not only survive, but take advantage of a newly wide open market? BLG Foundations — A proven 9-week program that includes mentorship, trainings and tools to show you how to scale your gyms marketing, sales, operations and fulfillment to greatness using hyper-systemization. Learn more about Foundations and get a FREE Demo here: https://biglittlegyms.com/discovery FOLLOW US AT: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biglittlegyms Instagram: https://instagram.com/biglittlegyms Free FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biglittlegyms Join the new 5 Bullet Friday newsletter: https://biglittlegyms.com/5-bullet-friday

EPISODE #11 … First Year ADs: Brittny Jones, Pebblebrook (GA) HS; Amanda Pittman, South Cobb (GA) HS; Ryan Dyer, North Paulding (GA) HSBeginner, Apprentice, Learner. All of these are words used to describe “the Rookie.” Today we have a special treat for you as we sit down with three first year AD’s and get their thoughts on the ups, downs, and unexpected turns that make up the first-year athletic administrator experience. Amanda Pittman of South Cobb High School, Brittny Jones of Pebblebrook High School, and Ryan Dyer of North Paulding High School, all in GA have just concluded their first year as the athletic director at their respective schools and like us all… felt as if they were drinking from a fire hose most of that time. With lessons learned and experience gained they look forward to year two and growing in the profession along the way. Let’s settle in and get to know our first year AD panel. 1:17- Introduction 3:59- One Main Thing You Didn’t Know 8:00- Preparing to be an Athletic Director: What Would You Do Differently? 13:29- Managing the Overlap of Sports’ Season 19:08- Amanda: Attending the National AD Conference 21:05- Ryan: Leading a Book Study and Coaches Clinic with Your Staff 22:39- Brittny: Her Life’s Work at Pebblebrook 25:35- Define First Year Athletic Director 28:26- Bragging on Your Program 32:37- Lessons Learned During Covid19 36:45- Being Present for Everything as the AD 44:42- Balance of Life as the AD 53:20- Struggles of the First Year AD 57:28- Grading Your First Year 59:04- What Have You Learned about Yourself in Year 1? 1:02:18- 2-Minute Drill Book Mentions: You Win In the Locker Room First by Jon Gordon & Mike Smith Atomic Habits by James ClearYou can follow the First Year ADs on Twitter: Brittny Jones @bjones1105 ; Amanda Pittman @SouthCobbAD ; Ryan Dyer @NorthAD_DyerAbout Hangin With The AD Podcast….Hangin with the AD is an interview style podcast where Don Baker, Cobb County School District Director of Athletics, partners with Josh Mathews, Pope High School (GA) Athletic Director, to discuss hot topics and lessons learned with leaders in the world of athletics. These leaders include high school athletic directors at the district and local school levels; college athletic administrators; leaders in spaces that connect to athletics such as nutrition, wellness, recruiting, student-athlete recognition; current and former athletes; and others, who can help athletic administrators develop themselves and their programs for a better daily experience for their athletic communities. Don Baker.... Director of Athletics for the Cobb County School District in Georgia. @CCSD_AD (twitter & instagram) Josh Mathews...Athletics Director at Pope High School in Marietta, GA. @mathews14 (twitter) @jwmathews14 (instagram)

...Rafik and Peter do some catching up in the beginning. If you want to jump straight to content, go to (15:23)... Welcome to Season 2 of Your Pod and Your Staff. It's good to be back! In many ways this kind of conversation feels new to College Life, but we think the events and aftermath of George Floyd's death on May 25th demand a response, some hard thought, some honest reflection, and demand to be felt. That's what we try to do in this conversation. Peter talks with College Life alum, Rafik Wahbi, just before he starts his Ph.D work at UCLA focusing on Public Health, addiction, and incarceration. Rafik has dedicated much of his academic, vocational, and personal life to thinking about and responding to issues of racism and justice and is a great voice to help us get our bearings in this conversation. You'll hear Peter wrestle and ask questions and you'll hear Rafik give historical, cultural, scientific, and theological insights into the moment. As you'll hear, the hope of this conversation is to help College Life, and anyone who listens, see more clearly. May it be so! Enjoy the Podcast! Rafik's Recommendations: How to Be and Antiracist, Ibram X. Kendi Beyond Colorblind, Sarah Shin Rethinking Incarceration, Dominique Gilliard The New Jim Crow, Michelle Alexander List of Resources Link to Systemic Racism video Link to Just Mercy

RS30 How to Deliver Bad News to Your Staff

Can I ask you a question? Do you like questions? No?! Why not? Yes?! Aren't they best? Can I ask you another question? How do you think we arrive at wisdom? Is it that some are born with an innate knowledge while others aren't? Or does wisdom grow more slowly and more organically? If that's the case, where does wisdom start? Is it possible that it often starts with… a question? If that's true, does it mean that anyone can start getting wisdom? Seems that way, doesn't it? Didn't Your Pod and Your Staff ask for students to write in questions? What ever happened to those? What if I told you that's what this episode is all about? What's the deal with free will? How can I actually forgive? Why does there need to be four Gospel accounts? Peter, Stanford, Miriam? Any thoughts on these questions and more? How could we not have thoughts? Are there going to be some fun questions, too? How could there not be some fun questions too? Are you tired of these questions? Why don't you just press play? Will we be offended if you don't want to hear us answer autobiographical questions at the beginning and want to skip straight to the content starting at 22:30? Is the sky blue? ZOOM LINKS FOR UPCOMING EVENTS SENIOR SUNDAY WATCH PARTY • Sunday May 31st • 11:11am tinyurl.com/CLseniorsunday LAST COLLEGE LIFE OF THE YEAR • Tuesday June 2nd • 8pm tinyurl.com/CL-openmic

Empathetic Understanding of Your Staff's Psychological Needs Now Will Make Reopening Much More Successful. In this podcast we talk about reopening workplaces during this Covid 19 pandemic. In particular, we look at the psychological state of your employees and the very nature of the relationship between you and your staff. We're currently involved in a grand global social experiment and your employees are experiencing stressors like they've never faced before along with a completely different way of doing their jobs. When they return to the workplace they'll have very different expectations of how their work and home lives fit together. Our main message to organizational leaders is this: If you want to increase the prospects of a successful reopening make it a priority now to address your staff's psychological needs and do it in an empathetic manner.

No one likes delivering bad news, and especially when it’s to people you care about and work with every day. There are ways though, that you can deliver bad news to your team without you thinking about it 24/7. Keep these 3 tips in mind when you have to deliver bad news to your staff. […] The post How to Deliver Bad News to Your Staff appeared first on Fast Marketing Minute.

Episode 012 – Answering YOUR Burning Questions – Qualified Leads, Getting the Most of Your Staff, & Follow-Ups I have been getting so many fantastic questions from Trade Show U listeners. So I picked three of the most popular burning questions and answer those in this episode. I’ll be featuring more listener questions in future episodes! Don’t worry – when you send me a question, I’ll answer it right then and there. You won’t have to be waiting for the next Q&A episode! Question #1 – How can I determine Qualified leads vs. tire kickers? ·       This is the million dollar question! I only wish more companies asked it! ·       Determining qualified leads vs tire kickers, it’s all on you. Unfortunately it doesn’t say “Qualified Lead” on the name badges, and doesn’t tell you on a business card or when you scan a badge.  ·       And because qualified is different for each company, that means you have to ask questions! o  Qualifying the attendees is necessary. § The first step is to determine what a qualified lead looks like. Start by looking at your current clients or customers. What industry are they in? What size company? What title is the decision maker? Whatever the criteria are for your business. § Determine the one or two most important criteria. Then craft questions to determine if the show attendees you will be talking to meet your criteria. Question #2 – How do I get the most out of each person working our booth? ·       This is a struggle for most companies. Just like each company has it’s A players, B players, and people all the way down the alphabet, you will have a variety of skill sets and motivation in your booth. ·       Training is great first step, because if they are unaware of what they need to know or supposed to do, they’re even more likely to check out. But the real keys are Goal Setting and Accountability for each person. o  With goal setting, of course each person should know the overall goals, but performance is more likely to happen when they have an individual goal and they know how they personally will help reach your overall goals. o  Then it’s backing it up with accountability.  ·       I suggest going back to Episode 002 – Training your booth staff for Success for a deeper dive into this topic Question #3 – I am frustrated by Lack of client's interest when following up after the show. What would you recommend? ·       This is a great question, and I’m sure most if not all of us have experienced this. ·       After the show you’re excited to follow up with the people you met at the show and you get “Not interested” or “Who are you?” or no response at all. ·       You will never be able to avoid this 100% of the time because sometime people just stopped by to get in your drawing or grab your giveaway.  ·       Here’s a couple of things you can do to maximize the effectiveness of your follow up and the majority of it is determined by you in your booth: o  Make sure you are following up with a qualified lead. Talked about this earlier in the episode. o  Make sure they are the decision maker or part of the decision making process o  Let them know while they’re still at your booth how you will be following up with them and what you’ll be discussing. They should leave your booth expecting your follow up! § “Thanks for stopping by our booth, Chris. What happens next is I’m going to give you...

This is the weekly breakdown of USA Football's Coach and Coordinator Podcast Series by Keith Grabowski. These short clips highlight snippets of what the episodes from the week feature and the different guests on the show. Highlights from this week on Coach and Coordinator: Summer Plan for Wide Receivers with Drew Lieberman Home Team- Helping Athletes Transition with Jonathan Orr Deep Dive on Defense- Match Quarters and Defending RPO’s with Cody Alexander The Importance of Time and Work Environment for Your Staff with Army assistant coach Matt Drinkall Building Your Strategy Off Analytics with Kevin Kelley, Head Coach- Pulaski Academy Check out our systems for skill development in blocking, defeating blocks and tackling at footballdevelopment.com Follow us daily on Twitter for content and interaction @FBDevCoach Check out X's and O's analysis at USA Football Blogs blogs.usafootball.com

It Started in the 90s–: 33 The Common Hang-Ups for Chiros – 2:42 What Not to Do with Your Staff – 5:41 Agreement with the Philosophy is Crucial – 8:38 Retain Your Employees – 14:56 Systems, Systems, Services- 18:40 Obey the Traffic Cop – 20:04

While teachers might need to put students first, Dr. Brad Johnson makes the point in his book Putting Teachers First: How to Inspire, Motivate, and Connect with Your Staff that administrators need to focus on teachers in order to help students. He also shares techniques for building positive relationships between administrators and teachers including a different take on classroom visits to make them more positive. www.coolcatteacher.com/e426 

Chris and James Beshara sit down for part 2 of their conversation. James is the former Founder of Tilt.com (acquired by Airbnb) and former Airbnb exec. They discuss motivating as a leader, dealing with layoffs, negativity in the media and the importance of how you spend your time. Enjoy! Follow Chris on Twitter: @Fortworthchris Make Contact with The FORT at thefortpodcast@gmail.com For more information on Chris Powers and Fort Capital, visit www.fortcapitallp.com 02:06 — What are some of the things that might get in the way of living a life of laughter? 08:33 — How Failure Breeds Friendship 13:23 — Story of Laughter on One of the Hardest Days 17:32 — “How to Lay Off 30% of Your Staff and Get Hugs” 35:20 — A Positive Thought About Laying-off in Tech 38:20 — How the Fundraising Process is Similar to Lay-Offs 41:11 — What are the kinds of things that the people who came back asked you? 51:14 — Journalism and Reviews on Business Leaders 57:51 — What needs to happen to get journalism back to the center and more factual? 1:09:08 — Do you agree with what Peter Thiel did to Gawker? 1:13:52 — The Length of the News 1:19:09 — Network Theory 1:24:19 — Choosing What Leads Your Conversations 1:28:14 — “Breaking” News 1:29:40 — What is a topic or area of your life that you think or talk a lot about? 1:38:39 — Spirituality and Time 1:44:00 — James’ New Year Ritual