Builder Sentiment Edges Up as 64% Offer Incentives
<p >Home builder confidence improved slightly in March, but the housing market is still facing pressure.</p> <p >In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest data from the National Association of Home Builders, including a small uptick in builder sentiment that still remains in negative territory. With 64% of builders offering incentives and more cutting prices, it's clear that affordability challenges are continuing to weigh on demand.</p> <p >We'll also look at rising mortgage rates, renewed inflation concerns, and growing uncertainty in Washington as a major housing bill faces pushback. What does all of this mean for the...
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Meta Andromeda 'Ice Cream Strategy' - Stop Killing Your Best Flavors!
<p>Partner with our Meta ads experts: https://www.tiereleven.com/apply </p><p>Are your ads “good enough” but still not getting anyone to fall in love? If your creative looks like vanilla ice cream, you’re probably forcing Meta to guess, and that’s basically running your business off a magic "8 ball."</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we use ice cream flavors to explain what Meta’s real creative diversification demands. We break down why “pink shirt vs blue shirt” isn’t diversification, how the 25% (or more) difference rule actually plays out, and why you need multiple an...
Rome Madison: The One Belief That's Killing Your Growth
<p>In this energizing episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos sits down with powerhouse speaker and futurist Rome Madison for a raw, no-nonsense conversation about stepping boldly into uncertainty. Together, they explore what it truly takes to lead fearlessly, push past the lies we tell ourselves, and break free from the comfort zones that quietly hold us back. Rome brings his trademark fire - mixing story, strategy, and spirit - to challenge listeners to rethink confidence, reframe failure, and reconnect with the deeper power they already possess. This is a conversation that shakes you awake, stretches how you...
Podcasting 101: Don’t Leave Your Fans Hanging!
<p>Imagine this: you’ve got a podcast that’s hotter than a summer sidewalk, and then—bam!—you decide to take a little 'me time' and vanish. That’s exactly what happened to our friend from a horror movie review channel. He thought he could whip up a slasher flick and come back to a fanfare. But spoiler alert: he forgot the most important thing—keeping his audience in the loop. Now, he’s got a loyal fanbase that’s gone MIA. Turns out, if you ghost your audience, they might just ghost you right back. </p><h2>Communication is Key</h2><p>If...
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SEBI's New Rules: What They Mean For You
<p>SEBI just changed the rules — find out if your portfolio is ready.</p>
Rich Horwath: Stop Wasting Time on Business Strategy That Doesn't Work
<p>In a world where “strategy” has become a buzzword and busywork often masquerades as progress, host Adam Contos sits down with renowned strategic thinking expert Rich Horwath, today on Start With a Win, to cut through the noise and get to what really drives results. This conversation dives into the hidden habits, mindsets, and decision filters that separate reactive leaders from truly intentional ones - those who create clarity, focus their teams, and win on purpose instead of by accident. Packed with sharp insights, real-world stories, and practical wisdom, this episode challenges you to rethink how you spend your time...
Power Bites - February 13, 2026
<p>Friday the 13th - and the scariest stories this week aren't fiction. China just unleashed a coordinated AI blitz that rivals the DeepSeek shock from exactly one year ago. Microsoft's AI chief predicted most white-collar jobs will be fully automated within 18 months. And the people whose job was to keep AI safe at Anthropic, OpenAI, and xAI? They're quitting — one of them to go study poetry. Oh, and Elon Musk announced plans for an AI factory on the moon. If that doesn't give you chills on a Friday the 13th, I don't know what will. </p><p>🎧 PowerBites is availa...
ADP Jobs Report: Private Sector Adds 62K Jobs, Pay Up 4.5%
<p >Private hiring came in stronger than expected in the latest ADP Jobs Report—but the details reveal a more uneven economy.</p> <p >In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down the March ADP Jobs Report, where private sector employers added 62,000 jobs and annual pay rose 4.5%.</p> <p >Most of the job growth came from healthcare and construction, while sectors like manufacturing and transportation saw losses. Small businesses led hiring, while larger companies pulled back.</p> <p >What does that mean for real estate investors?</p> <p >Strong construction hiring could help ease housing su...
March has more crises than days
<p>A World Cup win, a war, oil at $119, drones on refineries, a bank chairman's exit and the month isn't over. The morning panic still belongs to borrowed-money investors, not you.</p>
Venting the Roof: When, Where, and How with Nicholas Papa
<p>Do you know exactly how vertical ventilation works?</p><p>Depending on your level of experience, you may think you do, but you still might not have a really solid understanding of why it works. Simply cutting a random 4x4-foot hole in the roof won't do the job in all cases.</p><p>My guest today has a good deal of experience as a firefighter, but he admits that, until he saw a live fire test, he misunderstood how cutting a hole in the roof affects the fire.</p><p>We’ll talk about that, as well as wh...
Power Bites - March 27, 2026
<p>This week, AI didn't slow down — it hit every wall at once. A jury in California just ruled that social media design can cause personal injury (think Big Tobacco, but for infinite scroll). OpenAI killed two products in seven days, including a chatbot feature one advisor called a "sexy suicide coach." Memory chip prices surged 90% in a single quarter. And while Musk lost his tenth cofounder, Apple quietly secured the keys to Google's most powerful AI model. I break it all down in this week's PowerBites — the walls aren't endings, they're redirections. PowerBites is available as a weekly newsletter in S...
Power Bites - February 20, 2026
<p>Anthropic raises $30 billion and its CEO admits he's struggling to keep his values. Elon Musk ships four AI agents that argue with each other before answering you. Microsoft stores data in kitchen glass for 10,000 years. A former speechwriter for Zuckerberg and Musk launches a nonprofit saying we're "sleepwalking into disaster." And 30,700 tech workers lost their jobs in six weeks. This week didn't just make headlines, it rewrote the rules. I break it all down in this week's PowerBites, where I connect the dots between the biggest moves in AI, business, and tech so you don't have to. PowerBites is...
Why Japanese Firms Are Buying U.S. Homebuilders
<p >Foreign investment is pouring into the U.S. housing market—and it's coming from Japan. In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down why Japanese homebuilding companies are buying American builders in billion-dollar deals, and what it means for the future of housing.</p> <p >According to Realtor.com, the U.S. is facing a housing shortage of millions of homes, while Japan is dealing with a shrinking population and slowing demand. That imbalance is creating a major opportunity.</p> <p >You'll learn why global capital is flowing into U.S. real estate, how th...
Size-Up: A System for Success with Todd Edwards
<p>Today, we are rethinking everything you know about fire ground size-up. Everyone has been taught standard acronyms like COAL WAS WEALTH. But that traditional method is often too complicated for a young firefighter or inexperienced officer with no background in building construction.</p><p>Our guest today is here to share what he calls a system for success. He breaks down the vital difference between an initial windshield report and a true size-up. And he warns that a worthwhile size-up absolutely does not take place from the cab of the apparatus.</p><p>Todd Edwards explains why identifying the...
Fed Holds Rates, Signals Only One Cut as Inflation Risks Rise
<p >The Federal Reserve is holding interest rates steady — and now expects just one rate cut in 2026.</p> <p >In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what's behind the Fed's decision, including rising inflation risks, higher energy prices, and growing global uncertainty. While inflation has cooled, it may take longer to reach the Fed's target.</p> <p >What does this mean for real estate investors?</p> <p >Kathy explains how inflation impacts Treasury yields and mortgage rates — and why borrowing costs could stay higher for longer, affecting affordability and housing demand.</p> <p>🏠 ☀️ Want to come to our live event? Visit www.R...
Stretch, Charge, Flow, and Move with Daryl Liggins
<p>We often talk about the fireground as a chaotic environment, because it is.</p><p>But there is a tendency in the modern fire service to meet that chaos with complexity—adding more gadgets, more steps, and more theories to what is, at its heart, a simple physical battle.</p><p>When the heat is high and visibility is zero, complexity is the enemy. It slows you down. And in this job, slow can be fatal—in fact, it has been.</p><p>So, how do we strip away the noise and get back to what actually puts the fire...
How to Fix Your Podcast When Numbers Take a Nose Dive
<p>Back in 1980, Robert Palmer was already trying to figure things out with his jam, "I'm Just Looking for Clues." Fast forward to today, and here we are, diving into the murky waters of podcasting where someone is asking why their downloads are nosediving. This isn't just a casual inquiry; it’s a cry for help amidst the chaos of the podcasting world! </p><h2>The Gut Punch of Reality</h2><p>I mean, who hasn’t felt that gut punch when you realize your audience is slipping through your fingers like sand? So what do we do? We go on a...
The Biggest Mistakes That Hurt Your Offer
<p>When it comes to making the actual offer, the final step in the entire marketing and sales process, many of us make mistakes that sabotage all the hard work we’ve put into nurturing our audience and creating momentum.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, we are discussing the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.</p><p>Find the full show notes here:</p><p>https://onlinemarketingpodcast.com/the-biggest-mistakes-that-hurt-your-offer</p><p></p><p>Resources:</p><p></p>Anatomy of a High Converting Offer - the key pieces of a high converting offer that leads to sales!<br...
Quick Win - Unlocking Career Success: The Power of Emotional Intelligence
<p>Unlock your path to promotion with the power of emotional intelligence! Dive into the three essential "A's" – awareness of self, awareness of others, and awareness of the business – and learn how they can supercharge your career. Understand yourself, connect with others, and align with your company's goals to achieve professional success. Don't miss out on this quick win for your career! #EmotionalIntelligence #CareerGrowth #QuickWins</p><p>⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership</p><p>===========================<br>Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 <br>===========================<br>YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO<br>Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347<br>Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoi...
Getting Out of Your Own Way: Finding the Courage to Podcast
<p>Hey, it’s Dave Jackson. In this episode, I’m talking directly to those of you who want to start a podcast but feel paralyzed by fear, perfectionism, or that nagging voice telling you you’re not good enough. I share my personal tips for getting your content out of your head and into the world—without letting things like criticism or imperfect editing stop you.</p><p>I start by reflecting on a post I saw on Reddit, where someone struggled with overthinking, fear of criticism, and worrying about making mistakes. This resonated with me because I've definitely felt the...
Power Bites - February 27, 2026
<p>A baby is walking today because of AI. A hacker stole 150 gigabytes from a government using the exact same technology. Wall Street hit record highs. An OpenAI engineer quit, calling his burnout "scary and dangerous." And a leaked Anthropic memo reveals they're deeply worried about the very AI agents they're racing to deploy. This was all one week. In this Friday's edition of PowerBites, I break down the seven stories that summarized the entire AI era — and what they mean for your business, your strategy, and your sense of reality. PowerBites drops every Monday in Spanish and every Friday in...
Pursuing my podcast as a business
<p>Is your podcast just a fun side gig, or could it be something more? We tackle this question head-on, inspired by a listener who’s got a budding podcast and some serious self-doubt creeping in. </p><h2>Podcast Reality Check</h2><p>We break down the reality of podcast growth and the often disappointing truth of monetization. Let’s face it, just because you’ve got listeners doesn’t mean you’re rolling in dough. We dive into strategies for gauging your audience’s engagement and the importance of asking them for feedback. You’ll hear how to avoid the common pitfall of spreading yourself too thin (because nobody wants to end up burnt out and bitte...
Simple Ways to Increase Your Launch Results
<p>In this episode, we discuss why overdelivering and overteaching in your challenge launch can actually hurt your conversions.</p><p>While it may seem that providing an incredible amount of value and training for free would make people eager to buy from you, the opposite is true.</p><p>When you teach too much and give people everything they need to achieve results, they feel satisfied and don't need to purchase your offer.</p><p>Instead, in your challenge, focus on showing people what's possible and helping them achieve small wins to build their belief. Explain the "what" they...
The Agent Has Left the Building
<p>As ChatGPT pulls back on native in-app checkout, malls becomemainstream again. Is agentic commerce ready for primetime, or are consumers seeking more analog experiences? PLUS: Dick's Sporting Goods' loyalty loop that turns steps into spending power, and a dystopian new platform that rents out humans for AI agents that can't operate in the physical world. Everything old is new again.</p> <h3>Granny’s Favorite Store Goes to TikTok Shop</h3> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> ChatGPT is stepping back from native in-app checkout, but the commerce protocol it built with Stripe lives on 77% of shoppers prefer clicking through to a...
Who really wins when India invests
<p>The story of India's market is more about participation than prediction</p>
Mastermind Series: A Smarter Way to Promote With Facebook Events
<p>In this episode of our Mastermind Series, we discuss how you can make the most out of your Facebook events by strategically inviting and targeting people to drive interest and traffic and creating audiences for your future ads. </p><p>Resources:</p><p><br></p>Adaptive Marketing Program - Adaptive Marketing Program is an exclusive opportunity for online business owners, coaches, course creators, and membership site owners to play bigger and bolder in their business and explode their bank account with more clients!<br/><p><br></p><p>For a list of our resources & recommendations visit: https://onlinemarketingpodcast.com...
Your Comments Section Is a Sales Floor. Is Anyone Working It?
<p>Are you burning cash on the wrong strategy? Share a few details about your brand, and we’ll show you exactly where you’re leaking profit.</p><p>Book your spot: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit (only 3 spots available).</p><p>Is the classic sales funnel dead, or are we just missing the point? Your customers aren't following a simple, linear path anymore. They're multitasking, researching, and engaging in ways we can't afford to ignore.</p><p><br></p><p>In today’s episode, we talk about the overlooked power of post-click interactions, specifically the importance of responding to commen...
Consolidation Is Power: Insights from eTail Palm Springs
<p>We’re live and poolside at the close of eTail Palm Springs. This year’s conference brought less theory and more proof, from agentic platforms doing actual operational work to the quiet rise of go-to-market tooling among merchants. One thing is clear: AI stopped talking and started shipping. Brian and Phillip break down the sessions, hallway conversations, and briefings that mattered most, and dive into their marathon week of discussions with companies including CommerceIQ, Attentive, Resolve AI, Decile, Modem, and more.</p> <h3>The Year AI Stopped Talking and Started Working</h3> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> Agentic AI is oper...
Shoptalk Spring Recap: STRATA, Snoop Dogg, & the Simulacra
<p>Recording LIVE from the show floor of Shoptalk Spring 2026, the Future Commerce team brings our hottest takes and deepest insights from this year’s event. PLUS: We celebrated the launch of our newest zine, STRATA Vol. 001, with over 150 of our favorite people (including Snoop Dogg?). Get your copy at futurecommerce.com/strata. </p> <h3>Our Week In the STRATAsphere</h3> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> AI was the headline theme, but the humanity angle landed harder with attendees. In-booth content creation has become the industry standard; Future Commerce pioneered it in 2017. FedEx's Jason Brenner reframed logistics as a brand trust mom...
Power Bites - March 13, 2026
<p>This week, an AI agent hacked McKinsey's internal AI platform in two hours flat — no credentials, no insider access — exposing 46.5 million messages. That same week, Elon Musk launched a project called "Macrohard" (yes, really), Anthropic sued the Pentagon, humanoid robots arrived in Ukraine, and Uber signed two robotaxi deals in 72 hours. If you feel like the world shifted while you were in a meeting… it did. I break it all down in this week's PowerBites — what happened, what it means for your business, and what to do about it before Monday. Read the full newsletter here on LinkedIn every Monday i...
The oldest disruption in the book
<p>Every oil shock looks permanent at the time. None of them has been.</p>
Searchable vs. Survivable with Sean Duffy
<p>How many times have you pulled up to a location, seen fire blowing out of the second-story windows, and thought, "There is no way anyone is alive in there?" Today’s guest argues that firefighters have been making that call far too early. And it’s often based on outdated campaigns and fear rather than real-world data.</p><p>You took an oath to protect life. It is the driving force behind every decision you make when you pull up to a working fire. But that drive has to be balanced with reality.</p><p>The question isn't just "is t...
$37M for Jet Skis?! Inside a Lake Powell Rental Empire
<p>In this episode the hosts analyze a $36M Lake Powell boat and powersports rental empire, debating whether the massive fleet of boats, jet skis, ATVs, and marina access creates an incredible asset yield—or an overpriced operational headache.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://www.boatrentalslakepowell.com/business-for-sale/#:~:text=A%20boat%20rental%20business%20for%20sale%20is,email%20lists%2C%20supplier%20prices%2C%20and%20phone%20systems**<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>Looking to build a profes...
How to Tell If Your Agency Is Performing (Not Just Reporting)
<p>Stop guessing. Get the blueprint to scale: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit </p><p>Are your ads working, or are the dashboards just telling you what you want to hear? Too many marketers celebrate high ROAS inside Meta or Google while revenue in Shopify tells a very different story. If your agency is “reporting well” but the business isn’t growing, something is broken.</p><p>In this episode, we break down why in-app metrics are often misleading, how platforms double-count conversions, and why your CRM or store data must always be the source of truth. We also share the que...
The Porn Blocker App That Prints $100K a Year
<p>In this episode the hosts break down a one-year-old “digital wellness” SaaS porn-blocking app doing ~$100K in profit from a single YouTube video—and debate whether it’s worth $600K or just a $30K rebuild with better marketing.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://flippa.com/12197961-1-porn-blocker-app-ios-windows-b2c-saas-196k-gross-161k-net-604-subs-10k-mrr-0-57-dispute-all-from-a-single-traffic-source-huge-untapped-growth<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/31...
Would You Buy 3 Skincare Franchises with Razor-Thin Margins?
<p>In this episode, the hosts analyze a three-location skincare franchise in Alexandria, VA generating $6.4M in revenue—but debate whether razor-thin margins and franchisor red flags make this a falling knife.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/3-open-and-operating-skin-care-franchises-in-dmv-with-6-4m-in-revenue/2472429/<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template<br/><br/>HubSpot is the backbone for how busine...
Quick Win - You're Not a Leader Without Clarity
<p>⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership</p><p>Clarity drives action. Set clear, measurable goals so your team knows exactly what’s expected—clarity is power! 💡 #Leadership #TeamSuccess #Clarity</p><p>===========================<br>Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 <br>===========================<br>YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO<br>Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347<br>Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT</p><p>===========================<br>Connect with Adam:<br>===========================<br>Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/<br>Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/</p><p>#adamcontos #startwithawin #leadershipfactory</p>
Quick Win - Fail First. Fail Forward.
<p>⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership</p><p>Success starts with failure. Great leaders see mistakes as feedback, using each one to learn and grow. Fail forward and watch the impact compound! 💪 #Leadership #GrowthMindset #Success</p><p>===========================<br>Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 <br>===========================<br>YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO<br>Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347<br>Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT</p><p>===========================<br>Connect with Adam:<br>===========================<br>Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/<br>Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/</p><p>#adamcontos #startwithawin #lead
Why Combining Shows is a Recipe for Disaster
<p>I saw on Reddit where someone was potentially making the classic blunder of podcasting: mixing unrelated shows into one feed. </p><p>You know, like if you went to a restaurant for a burger but ended up with sushi on the same plate. I point out that our buddy Joey has a bi-weekly podcast that covers both video games and TV shows. With a measly two downloads per episode, Joey's mixing it up like a bad cocktail. </p><p>The main takeaway? Split those shows! </p><p>Seriously, if someone clicks on a gaming episode expecting a deep dive...
Quick Win - Respecting Time
<p>Here's the reality: as you gain stature, wealth, and advancement, your tolerance for wasted time decreases, while respect for your time increases. Respecting everyone's time is crucial—it's a significant deposit into your relationship account. Keep investing time in those relationships, and others will value you more. Remember, "early is on time."</p><p>#RespectTime #BuildRelationships #QuickWin</p><p>⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership</p><p>===========================<br>Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 <br>===========================<br>YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO<br>Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347<br>Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT</p><p>===========================<br>Connec...
McDonald's CEO Ate a Burger Like He Was Defusing a Bomb
<p>Phillip and Brian get deep on a week when everything felt a little unhinged: Shopify's AI sidekick started building custom apps, Iran allegedly took out AWS data centers mid-Claude-outage, and the McDonald's CEO went mega-viral just days after Phillip prophesied it. Underneath the chaos, a throughline emerges: the things we've used to measure value (view counts, credit card rewards, third-party apps, and AI contracts) are quietly expiring. Culture is first. Then comes commerce.</p> <h3>This SKU Is Delicious</h3> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> Shopify Sidekick can now build one-off apps on demand, raising real questions about the future...
Quick Win - Great leaders don’t expect their team to serve them
<p>Great leaders don’t expect their team to serve them—they serve their team. Ask your team today: What can I do to help you succeed? Then, take action. Empowerment builds trust and loyalty. </p><p>⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership<br>Want weekly leadership content? Go here ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com</p><p>===========================<br>Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 <br>===========================<br>YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO<br>Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347<br>Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT</p><p>===========================<br>Connect with Adam:<br>===========================<br>Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/<br>Facebook ➡︎ https://facebo...
Crashes are the best classroom
<p>The only way to truly learn investing is to live through the fear and the panic</p>
Nugget: Start Before You Feel Fully Ready
<p>You've got this!</p><p>I know the uncertainty of putting yourself and your message out there can be scary. The fear of failure or looking foolish often holds us back and keeps us stagnant.</p><p>But staying stuck in neutral won't get you the results you desire. It's time to put your foot on the gas and move forward!</p><p>Launch that promotion. Share your message. Get in front of your audience and test the waters.</p><p>You'll learn, grow, and be able to pivot based on their feedback.</p><p><br></p><p>Putting...
Buying an Excavation Business: $4.2M Revenue Deal Reviewed
<p>In this episode, the hosts break down a 30-year-old site prep and grading business in coastal North Carolina, debating whether steady demand and durable relationships outweigh the heavy equipment CapEx risks.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/excavation-grading-and-hauling-business-for-sale/2464393/<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template<br/><br/>HubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale with...
Would You Bet $1.6M of Equity on This California Courier?
<p>In this episode the hosts talk about buying a 49-year-old California courier business generating $770K in cash flow—but debate whether the 5x multiple is justified given growth limits, customer concentration risk, and potential regulatory threats to its 1099 driver model.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://www.bizquest.com/business-for-sale/profitable-courier-business-for-sale-in-california/BW2474620/<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>💰 Sponsored by:<br/>Acquisition Lab – Your fast-track to business ownership. Get hands-on support, world-class resources, and join a top-tier...
Why the Funnel Is Dead (And What Actually Drives Growth Now)
<p>Stop spending more on an outdated digital strategy. Let our experts audit it and give you the blueprint you need to scale fast. Book your spot: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit (only 3 spots available).</p><p></p><p></p><p>Are you still optimizing channels in isolation, thinking Meta is broken while Google “works”? That mindset is exactly what’s killing your growth. If you’re chasing last-click ROAS or shifting spend based on siloed performance, you’re missing the bigger picture, and it’s costing you more than you think.</p><p>In this episode, we challenge the entire conce...
War, Wealth & What To Do
<p>When markets react to war and headlines grow louder, the real question for investors isn't what's happening — it's whether they should actually do anything about it.</p>
The wait is the work
<p>Your SIP's XIRR can swing 35 points in a correction, not because you erred, but because early-stage compounding math works differently than most investors think.</p>
The Live Commerce Window Is Open Now
<p>Armand Wilson, Chief Revenue Officer at Whatnot, joins Phillip and Brian to unpack why live shopping finally took hold in the West. Drawing from Whatnot’s recent 2026 State of Live Selling Report, we trace the platform's origin from a niche Funko Pop marketplace to an $8B GMV juggernaut after landing $225 million in Series F funding.</p> <h3>Main Street Went Live</h3> <h3>Key Takeaways:</h3> The barrier to entry for live selling is far lower than traditional eCommerce. 80% of Whatnot buyers return the following month, compared with approximately 30% in traditional eCommerce. Live selling lets brands tell their story in...
Buyer's Market: Sellers Now Outnumber Buyers by Nearly 50%
<p >The U.S. housing market is shifting, and buyers are starting to gain the upper hand.</p> <p >In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new data showing that sellers now outnumber buyers by nearly 50%—the largest gap on record. This shift is creating more opportunities for negotiation, but it's also a sign of deeper challenges in today's market.</p> <p >You'll learn what's driving this imbalance, including high mortgage rates, affordability constraints, and growing economic uncertainty. Kathy also explains why some markets—especially in the South—are seeing a surge in inventory, while...
The “Best Business Ever”? A $6.5M Day Spa Franchise in Dallas
<p>In this episode the hosts analyze a $6.5M two-location luxury day spa franchise in Dallas, debating whether its 20-year track record and $1.4M EBITDA make it a rare franchise opportunity—or just unusually enthusiastic broker marketing.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/two-location-luxury-franchised-day-spa/2459661/<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template<br/><br/>HubSpot is the backbo...
Why Gold Failed Its Biggest Test
<p>A war, a spike in oil, and the one asset that quietly kept working.</p>
*TEASER* Baptist Oreos, Anglican Biscotti
<p>Oreos are Baptist, Biscotti are Anglican, and we're losing our minds. Cookie theology, meme reality, mass hallucinations, the price of attention, and more on the full After Dark episode – accessible to Future Commerce Plus members. </p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Nugget: Change Is Part of the Process
<p>I'm here to encourage you to embrace change.</p><p>Change is going to happen. No one likes it, and especially in our business and with our marketing, change can really shake things up. It can make you nervous. It can make you feel fearful for the future.</p><p></p><p>Just know it's a natural part of business. It's a natural part of your marketing process. It's a natural part as you grow, and you change, and you shift in your business.</p><p></p><p>Once you're able to embrace that mindset, that change is just...
Leadership from the Bottom Up with Dr. Candace Ashby
<p>You ever walk into *that* firehouse? You know the one. The crew is burnt out. They’ve given up on morale. And they’re constantly complaining that "Downtown" or "The Brass" have ruined the job.</p><p>But my guest today argues that if your station’s culture is toxic, you shouldn't be looking at the Fire Chief for help... you should be looking in the mirror for solutions to your problems.</p><p>Yep. The most powerful person in the department isn’t the one with the bugles on their collar—it’s the Company Officer sitting at the kitchen...
Quick Win - Give Recognition!
<p>⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership</p><p>Recognition isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s essential. Employees who feel recognized are 5x more connected to company culture. Make it a daily habit! 🌟 #EmployeeRecognition #Leadership #CompanyCulture</p><p>===========================<br>Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 <br>===========================<br>YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO<br>Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347<br>Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT</p><p>===========================<br>Connect with Adam:<br>===========================<br>Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/<br>Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/</p><p>#adamcontos #startw
Flying Solo on a Live Show: Where's My Jamie?
<p>In this episode, I tackled a common issue solo podcasters face: what do you do when you need to reference a stat, date, or chart on the fly while recording while on a LIVE STREAM? </p><p>I discussed some typical options: pausing to Google it (which can break your momentum), guessing (and risk sounding uninformed), or flagging it for post-production fixes (which adds editing time).</p><p>But I pointed out a missed option: coming prepared! If you do your research ahead of time, you can minimize disruptions when recording. However, I know that's not always possible—especially wh...
Power Bites - January 30, 2026
<p>This week, $150 billion chased a single AI company. Elon Musk spent his Saturdays designing chips he calls "existential." A paralyzed medical student moved a cursor with his thoughts and called it "magical." And we learned what happens when you "hoover up a ton of the internet" to train AI models—spoiler: it's not pretty. These aren't separate stories. They're chapters of the same transformation happening right now. I break it all down in this week's Power Bites. </p><p>🎧 Catch the podcast in English and Spanish on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms. </p><p>📩 Or read the newsletter on LinkedI...
Mortgage Rates Hit 5-Month High at 6.43%
<p >Mortgage rates are rising again—and it's starting to impact buyer demand.</p> <p >In this episode, we break down why the average 30-year mortgage rate has climbed to 6.43%, the highest level in five months, and what's driving the increase. From rising Treasury yields to global tensions pushing energy prices higher, several forces are keeping borrowing costs elevated.</p> <p >We'll also look at the latest data from the Mortgage Bankers Association, which shows a sharp drop in mortgage applications and refinance activity. That's a sign more buyers are stepping back as affordability challenges grow.</p> <p >Are you lo...
Nugget: Clear Conversations Lead to Better Results
<p>Do you want to create content that will actually attract the right audience?</p><p>“Well, of course, Paul!”, right?</p><p></p><p>Then you need to be intentional with your conversations.</p><p></p><p>A lot of us put random content out there just to get something, anything out!</p><p></p><p>Or we get overwhelmed and don't do anything at all because,in the moment,we're busy trying to create this perfect thing, something that we think might be relevant and we end up freezing up.</p><p></p><p>Instead of doing either of t...
Why Pausing Meta Ads Based on CPA Is a BIG Mistake!
<p>Has your business growth stalled? You need to audit all aspects of your marketing strategy to uncover the reasons. We are giving away our $10,000 audit process to a few brands. </p><p>Book your spot: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit </p><p>Ever been told to cut your losers and let your winners run? It sounds simple enough, but what if this popular advice is actually hurting your ad performance? In today’s episode, we’ll uncover why focusing on CPA (Cost Per Acquisition) might be misleading and what you should do instead to optimize your ad strategy.</p><p><br>...
Henna Pryor: How to Stop Being Awkward
<p>In this lively and eye-opening episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos sits down with Workplace Performance Expert and bestselling author Henna Pryor to unravel one of the most misunderstood emotions in modern leadership: awkwardness. With humor, science, and refreshingly real stories, Henna exposes the hidden ways awkward moments shape our confidence, communication, and ability to lead under pressure. Together, they explore why today’s increasingly “smoothed-out” world desperately needs leaders who can navigate discomfort with authenticity and courage. This conversation invites listeners to rethink what being confident truly means - and why embracing the messy, human moments might...
States Push Back Against NAR Buyer Agent Rule
<p >State laws are starting to challenge one of the biggest changes in real estate.</p> <p >In this episode, we break down how new legislation in Mississippi and Alabama is pushing back on the National Association of Realtors' buyer agent agreement rule. And more states may be next.</p> <p >What does this mean for homebuyers, agents, and real estate investors?</p> <p >You'll learn when a buyer agreement is actually required, how rules now vary by state, and why this shift could change how deals get done across the country.</p> <p >If you're buying property or working...
LIVE at Shoptalk Spring: Retail Media Confessions, Hype Cycles, and the Creator Reckoning
<p>Recorded live on the Shoptalk Spring show floor, Phillip and Alicia sit down with Leah Logan, VP of Retail Media Transformation for Inmar Intelligence, and Andrew Lipsman, Founder & Chief Analyst at Media, Ads + Commerce, fresh off a spirited on-stage debate about agentic commerce. We debunk AI Traffic Apocalypse predictions and make the case for creators as a critical yet overlooked retail media channel. </p> <h3>The AIpocalypse, Explained</h3> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> AI referral traffic currently accounts for just 0.1–2% of retailer traffic; it has also led to eCommerce site traffic growth, not decline. Consumer intent data, not bottom-funnel ads...
Nugget: Break Through What’s Keeping You Stuck
<p>When it's time to promote your business or launch a new offer, so many entrepreneurs throttle themselves.</p><p>They let self-doubt and limiting beliefs stop them from putting themselves out there.</p><p>They assume people already know what they do or should just find them.</p><p>But we live in a noisy, oversaturated world.</p><p>If you're not actively and consistently sharing who you are, what you do, and how you can help, your competitors will.</p><p>So take one small step outside your comfort zone each day—send another email, do one more so...
Your CAC Is Lying to You — Here's the Number That Isn't
<p>Stop flying blind with data! Let us give you the exact blueprint you need to scale fast. </p><p>Book your spot: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit (only 3 spots available).</p><p>Is your customer acquisition cost (CAC) accurate? In this episode, we answer the critical question every marketer and business owner faces: Can you trust the data you’re getting from ad platforms? If you can’t fully rely on those numbers, how can you be sure that your strategy is working?</p><p>We’ll address these questions and share our thoughts on audience definitions, data accuracy, and how...
PowerBites — Easter Week Edition
<p>Five things happened in AI this week that look like separate headlines but tell one story: Sanders and AOC proposed freezing all data center construction in America, Meta 6x'd its El Paso bet to $10 billion (and brought running water to 100 homes that never had it), Microsoft claimed a 2.1-gigawatt campus in Abilene rising from land where coyotes used to roam, the White House released its national AI framework in four pages, and the U.S. Treasury declared that NOT adopting AI is now a risk to national economic security. I unpack all of it in this week's Easter edition...
You Can’t Please Everyone: The Double-Edged Sword of Professionalism
<p>In this episode, I reveal the reality that starting a podcast—just like starting something challenging, like football—comes with a few bruises. I share how, no matter what you do, you can’t please everyone, and that's perfectly okay.</p><p>I recount my own experience growing up, relating how being comfortable with myself, regardless of whether people liked me, set me up to handle audience feedback as a podcaster. I mention how, as a musician and fan, I observed that fans often love a band when they’re small and scrappy but sometimes move on once the band bec...
Nugget: Learn From Every Launch
<p>A launch has a lot of moving parts, and a lot of different things are happening all at one time.</p><p>It's very easy to get overwhelmed and forget how things were happening at each phase of your launch.</p><p>So, don't forget to do a launch debrief every time you launch.</p><p>It allows you to really reflect on how your launch went from start to finish.</p><p></p><p>Not just the period of the launch itself but everything that led up to it.</p><p></p><p>A debrief will help you...
Hook Them Before You Sell Them
<p>Making your podcast better isn’t just about having the right gear; it’s about engaging your audience right from the start. Think about the great sitcoms we all know and love—Seinfeld, Friends, Cheers. They all had something to grab our attention immediately. It’s like when you tune in to see what hilarious thing Jerry is going to say or how Joey is going to mess up this time. The key takeaway? Hook your listeners before you hit them with the ads.</p><h2>You Monetize an Audience</h2><p>Sure, we all need to make a buck, bu...
8M Aerospace Deal… 95% Customer Concentration. Buy or Run?
<p>In this episode the hosts evaluate a niche aerospace and military parts distributor earning $1.9M EBITDA, debating whether its high margins and sticky customers outweigh the risks of extreme customer concentration and geopolitical exposure.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://mail.mixmax.com/m/xi0KeLAu5yQZPLwgc<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.</p><p>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template<br/><br/>HubSpot is the back...
Inside a Senior Care Franchise Doing $21M in Revenue
<p>In this episode, the hosts review the franchise disclosure document for Comfort Keepers and debate whether senior in-home care franchising is a scalable wealth builder—or a people-management headache best left to the right operator.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r5H1kMC9XeqI5RudHPEJGf4iD-7hcNCl/view?usp=sharing<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6...
One Budget Shift. 21.9% More Revenue: Here’s Exactly What They Did
<p>Is your digital strategy outdated? Let us audit it and give you the blueprint you need to scale. </p><p>Book your spot: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit (only 3 spots available).</p><p>Are you still throwing money at ads, hoping to get better results? Well, that approach may be holding you back. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a powerful case study where a simple shift in marketing strategy resulted in a massive revenue boost, all while spending less. </p><p>I break down how we adjusted our budget allocation across platforms, focusing on top-of-funnel channels to increa...
The Funnel Is Dead. Here’s What Full-Funnel Actually Means Now
<p>Is your digital strategy outdated? Let our experts audit it and give you the blueprint you need to scale. </p><p>Book your spot: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit (only 3 spots available).</p><p></p><p></p><p>Are your ads blending in, allowing cheaper competitors to win? If you’re still leading with product features and price, you’re playing a losing game. The real question is: are you selling what the product does or how it makes people feel?</p><p>Today, we break down a major shift we’re seeing with Meta and modern performance marketing, where...
Getting Treatment for PTSD at the IAFF's Center of Excellence with Curt Isakson
<p>If you spend any time on social media, you’re probably familiar with Curt Isakson.</p><p>He has a massive presence on Facebook and about 6,000 followers.</p><p>Chief Ike, as he’s also known, has had a 30-plus-year career in the fire service.</p><p>He's also been an advocate for treatment of firefighters who sufFer from PTSD.</p><p>So it was not a big surprise when Curt decided to enroll in the IAFF’s Center of</p><p>Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery.</p><p>It’s an in-patient treatment program held at a facili...
The Room Where Retail Happens feat. Zia Daniell Wigder, Shoptalk’s Global President
<p>Zia Daniell Wigder, Global President of Shoptalk and Groceryshop, joins Brian and Alicia to mark Shoptalk's 10th anniversary and unpack the themes defining the spring show in Las Vegas. (Hint: AI isn't the headline, it's the backdrop.) A week before one of retail’s biggest, most beloved shows, Zia maps the tensions, the conversations, and the hot topics shaping the next era of retail events. </p> <h3>The More We Automate, the More We Meet</h3> <h3>Key Takeaways:</h3> AI is the backdrop to retail in 2026, but it’s not the whole story As AI scales, in-person human conne...
When It Was Fun & He Carried a Gun with Bill Niemann
<p>When Bill Niemann joined the fire service in 1976, the landscape looked very</p><p>different. This was a time of rubber boots, and riding the tailboard of the</p><p>engine. SCBAs were the newest thing, and not everyone got to have one.</p><p>When Bill Niemann joined the fire service in 1976, the landscape looked very</p><p>different. This was a time of rubber boots, and riding the tailboard of the</p><p>engine. SCBAs were the newest thing, and not everyone got to have one.</p><p>But for the second half of his career in...
Power Bites - March 6, 2026
<p>Iranian drones just knocked out 30% of the world's helium supply — and three AWS data centers. GPT-5.4 launched with native computer-use capabilities. A physics team used AI to prove a quantum gravity result that was assumed impossible for decades. BYD unveiled a battery that charges to 97% in nine minutes. And Deloitte found that only 6% of leaders are redesigning work for AI — while the ones who do are 2.4x more likely to see better financial results. This week's PowerBites connects the dots: the physical world is fracturing, the digital world is accelerating, and the gap between the two is the defining stor...
How long should that SIP be?
<p>Have a chunk of money to invest? You should SIP it, but for how long?</p>
Power Bites - February 6, 2026
<p>This week, a single AI plugin erased $285 billion from the global software market in one day. Bitcoin lost half its value. Goldman Sachs started calling AI agents "digital colleagues." An AI model found 500 security bugs that humans missed for decades. And a social network for bots hit 1.5 million users — then got hacked. I break it all down in this week's PowerBites — what it means, who wins, who's already too late, and what you should do about it on Monday morning. PowerBites is available as a weekly newsletter here on LinkedIn — en español los lunes, in English on Fridays — and as a...
Quick Win - Is Emotional Intelligence Important?
<p>⚡️FREE RESOURCE: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵'𝘴 𝘞𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱? ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/myleadership</p><p>Emotional intelligence is a leader’s superpower. Understanding your team’s emotions builds trust and fuels collaboration. Show you care, and they’ll go the extra mile! 🌟 #Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Teamwork</p><p>===========================<br>Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:📱 <br>===========================<br>YT ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@AdamContosCEO<br>Apple ➡︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-with-a-win/id1438598347<br>Spotify ➡︎ https://open.spotify.com/show/4w1qmb90KZOKoisbwj6cqT</p><p>===========================<br>Connect with Adam:<br>===========================<br>Website ➡︎ https://adamcontos.com/<br>Facebook ➡︎ https://facebook.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Twitter ➡︎ https://twitter.com/AdamContosCEO<br>Instagram ➡︎ https://instagram.com/adamcontosceo/</p><p>#ada
LIVE at Shoptalk Spring: Architecting a 360° Wedding Ecosystem with David's Bridal
<p>How does a 76-year-old legacy retailer reinvent itself as a tech-powered ecosystem? Lisa Horton, Chief Communications & Creative Officer at David’s Bridal, dishes on the company’s grand modernization and how they’ve expanded to accommodate the next generation’s Gen-Z-sized aspirations. </p> <h3>Here Comes the Algorithm</h3> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> David's Bridal's "Aisle to Algorithm" pivot puts AI at the center of everything — from merchandising to internal communications. The Style Squad ambassador program bridges employee creators ("Dream Makers") and external influencers, offering the most aggressive affiliate commission in retail at 20%. David's captures 90% of brides who enter their ecosy...
LIVE at Shoptalk Spring: Wing’s Heather Rivera on Five-Minute Futures
<p>Recorded live at Shoptalk, Phillip and Brian sit down with Heather Rivera, Chief Business Officer at Wing (an Alphabet company), to talk about how Wing has crafted our five-minute delivery future. Spoiler: the novelty of drones wearing off might be the best thing that ever happened to the industry.</p> <h3>Building the Drone While We’re Flying It</h3> <h3>Key takeaways:</h3> Wing's fastest recorded delivery: 2 minutes, 37 seconds. Average is under five minutes. 25% of Wing customers order three times a week – habit, not novelty. Wing just announced its largest residential drone delivery expansion yet, with Walmart, covering 270+ stor...
3 Things to Do Before April 1
<p>Markets down, tax law changed — this is not the week to look away.</p>
Still Relying on Old Funnels? Here’s What's Working in Meta Ads Right Now
<p>Stop guessing. Get the blueprint you need to scale fast.</p><p>Book your spot: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit (only 3 spots available).</p><p>Is your Meta ad strategy outdated? If you're still running campaigns with a rigid funnel approach, you're probably missing out. In this episode, we break down the evolving landscape of Meta campaigns and share insights on how to cut through the noise.</p><p><br></p><p>We explain why targeting not just existing customers but new and engaged audiences is necessary for driving real growth. Lauren walks us through her "Five Horsemen" strategy...
What to Do After Your Launch to Keep the Momentum Going
<p>You launched, now what?</p><p>In this episode, we share our top tips on how you can leverage the moment right after your launch. We are talking about why you should keep on nurturing your non-buyers because they will be your best referral resources and potential future buyers.</p><p>We are also discussing how to perform a launch debrief, why you should track your emotional states during your launch, and how to gain valuable insights and great customer language by surveying your list after a launch.</p><p></p><p>Find the full show notes here: https://onlinemarketingpodcast.com/what-to-do-after-your-launch-to-keep-the-momentum-going</p><...
Sports Bar Franchise for Sale (Florida) – $9.4M Revenue Deal Breakdown
<p>In this episode the hosts break down a $6.5M three-location sports bar franchise in Florida, debating whether strong cash flow and real estate ownership offset the long-term risks of declining alcohol consumption and the brutal realities of running restaurants.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/multi-unit-sports-bar-franchise-generating-strong-revenue/2357645/<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.</p><p>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template<br/><br/>HubS...
Mortgage Update: Delinquencies and Foreclosures Rise
<p >In this episode of Real Estate News, host Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest mortgage data and what it means for today's housing market.</p> <p >A new report from Intercontinental Exchange shows that mortgage delinquencies are edging higher, with serious delinquencies rising and cure rates slowing. At the same time, foreclosure activity is beginning to increase off recent lows—an early signal investors should be watching.</p> <p >While overall delinquency levels remain below pre-pandemic norms, the data suggests that more borrowers are struggling to catch up once they fall behind.</p> <p >In this update, Kathy explains wh...
Liquidity Crisis Could Hit Commercial Real Estate
<p >A liquidity crunch may be building beneath the surface of the commercial real estate market—and most investors aren't paying attention.</p> <p >In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what liquidity is, why it matters, and how tightening credit conditions could impact real estate in 2026 and beyond. With billions in commercial loans coming due and lending standards tightening, refinancing is becoming more difficult and expensive.</p> <p >You'll learn how reduced liquidity is affecting banks, private credit, and deal flow—and what it could mean for pricing, distressed opportunities, and your investment strategy.</p> <p>🏠 ☀️ Want to come to our live...
Overthinking Your Podcast Posting Schedule
<p>I'm back from Podfest, and today, I want to talk about a strategy that gets way more attention than it needs: When to publish your podcast episodes.</p><p>Recently, while browsing Reddit, I spotted a question about the best time to post — specifically, whether 5:00 pm is a good time. The person wanted to launch a podcast focused on creepy stories and thought evening uploads would create the right mood. However, most advice online suggested otherwise, which led them to ask if evening uploads are uncommon, and whether others have succeeded with that schedule.</p><p>The Magic of ti...
Guests Ghosting You? Here's How to Handle It!
<p>Let’s get real for a minute. Nothing stings quite like getting left hanging by a podcast guest, right? Guest now shows are frustrating.</p><p>I heard someone talk about his no-show problem, he tossed out this idea of a $500 cancellation fee. </p><p>That's not gonna work, folks. </p><p>Life is unpredictable—people get sick, kids break arms, and sometimes, they just don’t feel like it. Instead of turning into the Podcast Police, we suggested a friendly reminder email on the day of the interview. Make it personal. Because who wants to show up for a chat...
Judge Blocks Cash Buyer Disclosure Rule Nationwide
<p >Cash homebuyers just caught a break.</p> <p >A federal judge has blocked a new Treasury rule that would have required disclosure of buyers in all-cash real estate transactions nationwide. The rule aimed to crack down on money laundering, but critics argued it went too far—raising concerns about privacy, compliance costs, and government overreach.</p> <p >In this episode, we break down what the ruling means, why it matters for investors, and what could come next if regulators try again.</p> <p >Source: https://www.bisnow.com/national/news/capital-markets/fincen-all-cash-home-buying-rule-133773 </p>
$3.2M for a Dog Grooming Business?!
<p>In this episode, the hosts analyze a $2M revenue mobile dog grooming franchise on Long Island and debate whether strong margins and recurring revenue justify the premium price—especially after franchise fees and fleet CapEx.<br/><br/>Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/8-years-open-operating-and-profitable-franchisor-s-founding-location/2444631/<br/><br/>Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.<br/><br/>Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=template<br/><br/>HubSpot is the backbone for ho...
Is Your Agency Performing Or Just Reporting Well?
<p>Stop guessing. Get the blueprint to scale: https://www.tiereleven.com/audit </p><p>Are you getting the results you expect from your agency? Or is your marketing just vanity metrics? Too often, businesses spend thousands of dollars without understanding whether their marketing is truly driving revenue. In today’s episode, we get into why performance marketing should focus on what matters most: the impact on your bottom line.</p><p><br></p><p>We break down the issues we’re seeing in the agency space, including a shocking example of a business spending $30-40K a month without any...
Nugget: Listen and Engage Before You Sell
<p>To attract buyers in the lead-up to your launch, you really want to think about what is your ideal client?</p>What are they thinking, saying, feeling, and doing in their world right now?What are their struggles, challenges, and aspirations?What conversations are they already having?<br/><p>Make sure you do market research, especially in buyer communities.</p><p>We need to come down off the “Guru Mountain”, take our expert hats off, meet them where they are on their journey, and join the conversations that they are already having.</p><p><br></p><p>And when we s...
End of the Road for a Fire Chief with Scott Freitag
<p>This edition of Code 3 is a little different than most.</p><p>It’s about a Fire Chief who lost his job after he incurred the wrath of the Union</p><p>Local’s officials and, ultimately, the IAFF. </p><p><br></p><p>Scott Freitag was the chief of the Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority, or</p><p>CAFMA. </p><p><br></p><p>The agency was created under Scott’s leadership when two fire districts combined under</p><p>a JMA to form CAFMA in 2015.</p><p><br></p><p>CAFMA covers 365 square miles of territory of Yav...
Power Bites - March 20, 2026
<p>80,508 people. 159 countries. 70 languages. One question: what do you actually want from AI? Anthropic just published what may be the largest qualitative study ever conducted — and the answers will challenge everything you think you know about who's optimistic, who's terrified, and why the same person is usually both. This week on PowerBites I break down the five tensions every business leader needs to understand, why a butcher in Chile and a mute developer in Ukraine are rewriting the rules of opportunity, and the one data point that should keep every educator up at night. PowerBites is available as a newsletter in...
Choosing an IC on a Volunteer Response with Richard Ray
<p>If you’re a member of a volunteer department, you’ve probably run into the problem of Incident Command.</p><p>The issue is, who’s going to be the IC on a given fireground.</p><p>Now, if your volunteer department is lucky enough to have career firefighters showing up to calls with you, the problem’s not so bad. Odds are, that career firefighter is going to be the one who takes command of the scene.</p><p>But what if the response is all-volunteer? Who takes command then?</p><p>That’s the question we’re going to exa...
Making the Grab with D.J. Stone
<p>There’s a lot of talk about "making the grab" in this job. But how often do you actually break down what went right when a rescue is successful?</p><p>Not just the tools, but the mindset, the assignments, and the split-second decisions made in the first few minutes.</p><p>After the high-fives and backslapping, it’s time to analyze how you did it. So you’ll do it right the next time, too.</p><p>And to look at your mistakes, so you can avoid them the next time.</p><p>My guest today has turned that b...
