SCN Best of 2025: Key Elements to Optimizing Supply Chain Leadership for 2026 (and Beyond)
<p>In this classic episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton is joined by Paul Brooks, founder of Go Further Consulting, and Dave Food, Chief Strategy Officer at Prophetic Technology, to explore the evolving demands of supply chain leadership in today’s global economy. They discuss how the role has become more visible since the COVID-19 pandemic, why leadership fundamentals like judgment, communication, and resilience remain constant, and how AI and technology are reshaping the way leaders think and operate.</p><p>Paul shares insights from interviewing 50 global executives on servant leadership and values-based decision making. At the same time, Da...
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EP 234: Uncut Week 51
<p>In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts share candid updates from their flower farms during winter. Lyndsay discusses the challenges of marketing tulips delayed by shipping issues, recounts a Christmas tree disaster, and laughs about Carhartt’s rise as a fashion trend. Shannon offers website advice for flower farmers, comparing WordPress and Squarespace, and highlights the importance of a professional online presence. The episode also features a sponsor message from Homegrown Reach and previews upcoming community events, wrapping up with gratitude for listener support and a teaser for their next episode.</p><p>Silver Br...
#203: The Expectation Trap: How to Stop Setting Yourself Up for Failure, Frustration and Stress
<p>In this episode, I'm breaking down the Expectation Trap—how hidden expectations create failure, frustration, and stress—and what to do instead. You’ll learn three key strategies to reset your expectations, protect your energy, and move forward with more clarity, confidence, and momentum. Perfect for entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control.</p><p>BLACK FRIDAY BLOWOUT LINKS: Deals Available November 24-28.</p><p>Get on my Black Friday VIP List and receive a daily email when the deals go live. plus, get a free bonus when you make your first purcha...
Breaking down the K-shaped economy
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>This week, we're discussing the K-shaped economy, a term that has recently come into vogue to describe the sharply diverging fortunes of wealthier Americans and the rest. At the higher end, consumers are still spending as if nothing has changed, but lower-income consumers are cutting back on spending as the cost of living increases nationwide.</p> <p>This has led brands across the fashion industry to shift their strategies. Some of them...
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Treating your agents like microservices
<p>Ryan is joined by Outshift by Cisco’s VP of Engineering Guillaume De Saint Marc to discuss the future of multi-agent architectures as microservices, the challenges and limitations of the infrastructure for these multi-agent systems, and the importance of communication protocols and interoperability in order to build decentralized and scalable architectures. </p><p>Episode notes:</p><p>Outshift is Cisco’s tech incubator that pursues emerging technologies like agentic AI, quantum computing, and next-gen infrastructure. Learn more about multi-agent architecture at their open-source collective AGNTCY.</p><p>Connect with Guillaume on Linkedin. </p><p>Today we’re shouting out a Socrat...
511: The Executive Presence Voice Practice That Makes People Believe, Trust, and Remember What You Say - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 8
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. </p><p> </p><p>Happy New Year and this is 🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 8.</p><p>Your voice tells people whether they should trust you, follow you, or question you — before your message is even processed.</p><p><br></p><p>Because e...
#200: A Milestone Worth Celebrating with Guest Host Eva Daniel
<p>Today we celebrate the 200th episode of this podcast! And I'm super honored to have my friend and colleague Eve Daniel as my guest host for this special episode. Eva will lead the conversation with great questions about consistency, milestones and pivoting. Tune in and celebrate. This is a special episode ONLY for my audio podcast listeners.</p><p>To learn more about Eva Daniel, visit TheSpeakShop.com or follow her on LinkedIn where she has become an established influencer on the platform.</p>
The 2026 Annual Planning Guide
<p>2025 is officially coming to a close.</p><p><br>At the end of every year, I do two things:</p>Conduct a reflection on the current yearCreate a plan for the coming year<p>I provided my reflection process in my Personal Annual Review last week.</p><p><br>Note: To go deeper on that process, you can download a free template here.</p><p><br>Today, I'll share my Annual Planning Guide, which will arm you with the structure and tools you need to make 2026 your best year yet.</p>
The biggest questions around the fashion industry as we head into 2026
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi, international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska and editor-in-chief Jill Manoff break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>On this week's episode, our first of the year, we're taking a look forward at the biggest questions, trends and stories that we expect to cover in 2026. We broke the discussion up into a few big questions:</p> What will people shop for? How will they shop? How much will they actually spend?
Special Crossover Episode: The Shopper’s Black Friday Playbook
<p>How can shoppers, brands and retailers win Black Friday? </p> <p>In this week’s special holiday crossover episode, Glossy Beauty Podcast host Lexy Lebsack is joined by Danny Parisi, host of the Glossy Podcast, and Gabi Barkho, host of the Modern Retail podcast, to unpack all things Black Friday. </p> <p>The three reporters start by sharing their own experiences and plans for navigating Black Friday as a shopper, then unpack some of the buzziest activations and sales strategies today. This includes both discounting and non-discounting strategies, value-focused sales, bundles and collaborations, among other tactics. The trio also walk...
510: How 7 Seconds Before a Meeting Can Change How People Perceive Your Leadership - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 7
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. </p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 7.</p><p><br></p><p>Here’s a truth every executive knows:</p><p>People make decisions about your competence before they hear a single word.</p><p><br></p><p>This tiny reset sends massive s...
The Seven Pillars of Practice Growth: Unlocking Revenue in Aesthetic Practices
<p>Most practices are busy—but busy doesn’t always mean profitable.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Terri Ross, Founder of Terri Ross Consulting & Co-Founder of Aesthetic Success, who is one of the leading voices in the medical aesthetics industry. With nearly two decades of experience, she has advised top practices, trained thousands of providers, and been featured as a speaker at Johns Hopkins, international conferences, and in multiple publications. In this conversation, Terri shares her proven seven-pillar revenue optimization system, insights on KPIs that drive millions in growth, and strategies to help...
506: Why THIS Strategic Omission Is Your Ultimate Confidence and Anti-Rambling Weapon - The 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Series Day 3
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.</p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 3.</p><p>Here’s something most people never notice: the leaders you admire don’t rush their words. They let silence work for them. Just three seconds does four things for you instantly:</p><p><br></p><p>...
#204: Two Simple Things That Impact Everything in Your Life
<p>Is it really true that just two little things can have such a big impact on your life? The answer? Yes, 100%! Those two things aren't what you expect. In fact they are so powerful that if you were to completely shift your life with these two things, you could turn everything around. Tune in to find out what they are!</p><p>Black Friday Blowout is happening THIS WEEK! Check out the 5 great deals HERE.</p><p>Today's Black Friday Deal: Monetize Your Magic Bootcamp</p><p>Join the Jumpstart 2026 to set yourself up for success in the new...
The most dangerous shortcuts in software
<p>Ryan sits down with Tom Totenberg, head of release automation at LaunchDarkly, to discuss the perils of taking too many shortcuts in software development, how business pressures and AI code tools have contributed to dangerous corner cutting, and the importance of balancing speed with sustainability to maintain system integrity. </p><p>Episode notes: </p><p>LaunchDarkly is a feature management and experimentation platform that allows you to decouple software feature rollouts from code deployment so you can manage features safely and securely.</p><p>Connect with Tom on Linkedin. </p><p>This episode’s shoutout goes to user Boris Gorel...
EP 239: Operating Limits: How to Stop Overcommitting
<p>In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," Lyndsay and Shannon welcome Ronda from Fly Girl Flowers to discuss “operating limits” in flower farming, inspired by Rhonda’s Air Force aviation background. They explore how setting boundaries—financial, physical, and emotional—prevents burnout and builds sustainable businesses. The conversation covers starting small, hiring help, adapting to life changes, and resisting the urge to overexpand. Through aviation metaphors and personal stories, they encourage farmers to embrace their own limits as tools for success, emphasizing that thoughtful planning and self-awareness are key to a fulfilling flower farming journey.</p><p>Learn More about...
#202: 3 Ways to Practice Gratitude Everyday (Not Just at Thanksgiving)
<p>In this episode, we explore the power of practicing gratitude — how it transforms your mindset, boosts happiness, and helps you live more intentionally. Learn simple daily gratitude habits and tips to cultivate positivity in your life. </p><p>#Gratitude #Mindfulness #PositiveThinking #SelfGrowth #WellnessPodcast</p><p>Sign up for the Black Friday VIP List to get early bird access to my Black Friday Blowout deals! 5 Days. 5 Deals 24 Hours Each.</p><p>Want to watch this episode on YouTube? CLICK HERE</p>
Monday.com Global Creative Director Robbie Ferrara on clarifying the benefits of AI
<p>What if the biggest risk in deploying AI isn't the technology itself, but how your team is able to understand its most significant benefits?</p> <p><br>Agility requires more than just adapting your technology stack; it demands a flexible brand narrative and a creative approach that can evolve with customer sentiment and cultural shifts. This is particularly true when tackling a topic as hyped and misunderstood as artificial intelligence.</p> <p><br>Today, we're going to talk about what it takes to break the mold of traditional B2B marketing, particularly in the age of AI. We'll explore...
Inside the rise of the Ralph Lauren Christmas trend
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>This week, we’re talking about a French investigation into the European resale company Vinted, which regulators said hasn’t done enough to prevent minors using its platform from accessing sexual content. We also discuss the U.K. footwear brand Clark’s entering a number of lower-priced marketplaces, including Shein and TikTok Shop. And we talk about some of the interesting sales data from the pre-Black Friday shopping window.</p> <p>Later in the...
EP 233: The 5 Components of a Great Email Introduction
<p>In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," hosts Lyndsay and Shannon welcome copywriter Kelli Jasper to discuss email marketing for flower farmers. They explore how to craft authentic welcome emails and nurture sequences that build genuine connections with subscribers. Kelly shares tips on storytelling, overcoming writing fears, and using personal anecdotes to engage audiences. The conversation covers balancing professionalism with authenticity, using tools like AI and emojis, and the importance of consistency over perfection. The episode offers practical advice and encouragement for flower farmers aiming to grow their businesses through meaningful, relatable email communication.</p><p>Kelli Jasper<...
After the break-in at the Louvre, what should luxury brands do to prevent thefts?
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>This week, we take a look at the consolidation of Teen Vogue under Vogue, including the laying off of all its politics writers. We also talk about the ongoing battle between Shein and French authorities over its newly opened store in Paris and the blocking of Shein’s website in France. Lastly, we discuss the departure of Olivier Rousteing from Balmain after he spent 14 years as its creative director.</p> <p>Later in...
#208: The Most Important Trends You Can't Ignore in 2026
<p>I'm going to be honest—I would not call myself a trendsetter. In fact, when it comes to creativity many times if you create what's trending now, by the time you finish it, the trend might actually be gone. But 2026 has some exciting things coming down the pike that you do want to miss. Today I share the top 5 trends you better jump on or be left behind.</p><p>Still worrying about your goals for 2026? There's still time to access my fool proof goal setting workshop inside my Jumpstart 2026 on-demand program. Right now I'm offering $50 off! But act fa...
The Energy-Output Curve
<p>Steve Jobs once described the difference between good work and great work with a simple image:</p>“When you’re a carpenter making a beautiful chest of drawers, you’re not going to use a piece of plywood on the back, even though it faces the wall and nobody will ever see it. You’ll know it’s there, so you’re going to use a beautiful piece of wood on the back. For you to sleep well at night, the aesthetic, the quality, has to be carried all the way through.”<p>That idea has always stuck with me. It capture...
The "Good Enough" Paradox: A Science-Backed Life Trap
<p>Last week, I read a research paper from a group of Harvard and UCLA psychologists that I can't stop thinking about.</p><p>Its title grabbed me immediately: The peculiar longevity of things not so bad.</p><p>In this piece, I share my learnings from the paper and what they mean for your life...</p><p>•••</p><p>Andrew Huberman called my first book "An important clarifying force in anyone’s search to make the best possible choices for their life." </p><p>Join 400,000+ other readers and get it now on a big sale!</p><p><br>Order The 5 Types o...
504: The Hidden Trust Signal That Builds Executive Presence Faster Than Competence Ever Will: Day 1 in the 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Series
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.</p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 1.</p><p>So if you’re ready to stop blending in and start standing out… let’s unwrap your first gift.</p><p><br></p><p>Today’s gift is small, but it instantly elevates how you are per...
Abstraction, but for robots
<p>Ryan welcomes Simone Kalmakis, VP of Engineering at Viam, to dive into how her team is bridging the gap between software and robotics, the importance of abstraction layers in making robotics more accessible, and the real-world applications of robotics from lobster traps to industrial sanding robots.</p><p>Episode notes:</p><p>Viam is a robotics platform that brings modern software development tools into hardware applications. </p><p>Connect with Simone on Linkedin. </p><p>This week’s shoutout goes to Lifejacket winner Sergey Kalinichenko for their answer to How does this K&R code for reading an int work...
A Bold, New, Decarbonized Future: A Conversation with Steve Wilhite
<p>Global supply chains are facing a dual transformation, an accelerating shift toward clean energy and a rapid evolution in AI-driven decision-making. As companies navigate rising expectations for sustainability, transparency, and resilience, leaders are rethinking how ecosystems come together to reduce emissions, digitize operations, and unlock new forms of value.</p><p>In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton sits down with Steve Wilhite, Executive Vice President of SE Advisory Services at Schneider Electric, live from the Innovation Summit North America 2025. Drawing on more than three decades of experience across energy management and sustainability strategy, Steve offers a...
6 Intentions For 2026
<p>Welcome to the final day of 2025. Happy New Year!</p><p><br>As this very well may be the final newsletter you read (or listen to) in 2025, I want to use this opportunity to set the tone for the year ahead.</p><p><br>You're all familiar with the idea of New Year's Resolutions:</p><p><br>Specific actions or behaviors you commit to for the coming year.</p><p><br>I've never been a fan. The notion that you can choose the perfect resolution on January 1 and have it continue to be relevant throughout an entire year has...
#205: The Most Important Thing to Do Before the End of the Year
<p>Before you buy all the gifts, decorate the tree and celebrate the season, there one important thing you must do so you can jump into the new year powerfully. On this episode, I reveal that top priority (and a few others) and, on this audio listener only episode, I get real with you about my new season of life and how you too, can navigate a new season with grace. Tune in!</p><p>Don't miss Jumpstart 2026: This 3-Day Virtual Workshop will set you up to win in 2026. I'll be live with you each morning Decembert 10-12 at 11 a...
Wealth on the Beach
<p>Freedom gets a lot easier when your systems work harder than you do.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Daniel Alonzo, Wealth Coach, who unpacks the mindset and mechanics of true financial freedom. Financially independent by 28, Daniel scaled to 1,500+ agents across 60 offices and hosts the Wealth on the Beach podcast. He breaks down scaling via leadership, content consistency, and modern messaging that attracts the next generation while building durable passive income.</p> <p> </p> <p>Key Takeaways:</p> <p>→ Why entrepreneurs must replace their limiting beliefs with decisive action.</p> <p>→ How achieving true f...
From Six Figures to Millions Without Burnout
<p>What’s really stopping you from hitting seven figures isn’t strategy, it’s how you think about money, growth, and yourself.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon, founder of Incredible One Enterprises and author of Move to Millions, who shares how she helps entrepreneurs scale to seven figures while honoring their values and avoiding burnout. With a background of building her own multimillion-dollar business, she now equips service-based business owners with the strategies, systems, and mindset shifts needed to create sustainable success. In this conversation, she breaks down p...
#206: Lessons Learned in 2025 and How You Can Apply Them to Your Life Too
<p>My Year-End Reflection episode is always one of my favorites to record. Today I’m reflecting on the biggest lessons I learned this year—what worked, what challenged me and how you can learn from my mistakes. This will be the last episode for the year as I enjoy family time over this season. (I might pop in between Christmas and New Year's.) I'm sending you tons of love for this holiday season and look forward to year five together on this podcast.</p><p>Join Jumpstart 2026-now it's ON-DEMAND so you can do it on your own time. This...
507: The 4 Responses that Signal You’re a True Leader, Not a Reactor - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 4
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.</p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 4.</p><p>Here’s a subtle secret of executive presence:</p><p>Language shapes perception.</p><p><br></p><p>And small wording choices reveal whether you’re a reactor or a leader.</p><p><br></p><p>🎁...
509: For Those Who Hate Small Talk Learn This Is the Real Secret to Conversational Executive Presence - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 6
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. </p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 6.</p><p><br></p><p>There’s a pervasive myth in business communication: that magnetic people are the best talkers.</p><p><br></p><p>But the leaders who draw others in the fastest do something...
SCN Best of 2025: AI, Human Ingenuity, and the Next Era of Supply Chains
<p>In this classic episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton and Tevon Taylor welcome Gaurav Malhotra, Partner and Supply Chain Technology Leader at EY, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming supply chains today and where it’s headed over the next five years. Gaurav shares how EY is helping organizations embrace emerging technologies to create competitive advantage, avoid “pilot purgatory,” and build more cognitive and resilient supply chains.</p><p>They cover practical misconceptions holding companies back from adopting AI, the foundational elements required for successful implementation, and real-world examples of immediate impact in logistics, predictive maintenance, and wareho...
EP 235: Farm Hits, Misses, and Never-Agains
<p>In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon discuss the past year’s successes and challenges, sharing insights on crop choices, event planning, and marketing strategies like ManyChat and email engagement. Both highlight the importance of workshops for customer loyalty, balancing wholesale and retail, and making tough decisions to simplify operations. The conversation also covers self-care, adapting to change, and staying authentic. Their candid discussion offers practical advice and inspiration for flower farmers and small business owners seeking sustainable, profitable growth.</p><p>Click here to learn more about this episodes sponsor: Vitalize Seed</p><p>Learn more about DirtCon and jo...
Avaya CTO David Funck on building persistent memory of the customer with AI
<p>What if every AI interaction with a customer built upon the last, instead of starting from scratch every single time, or at least having it feel that way?</p> <p><br>Agility requires not just reacting quickly to customer needs, but learning continuously from every interaction to anticipate the next one. This means our technology, especially our AI, can't operate with amnesia; it must have a persistent, shared memory.</p> <p><br>Today, we're going to talk about breaking down the silos between our AI systems. We'll explore a concept that promises to give our AI a persistent memory...
Why Everyone Says You’re Doing It Wrong
<p>There’s a quote I return to whenever it feels like the world is against me:</p>“If you absolutely can’t tolerate critics, then don’t do anything new or interesting.” - Jeff Bezos<p>It’s a simple line with a deep reminder:</p><p><br>No matter what you do, or how you choose to live, someone will tell you you’re doing it wrong...</p><p>•••</p><p>Mel Robbins called my first book "a powerful wake-up call that will push you to rethink everything about how you’re spending your time." </p><p>Join 400,000+ other readers and get i...
Tray.ai's Stephen Stouffer on AI adoption and why marketers should care about the integration layer
<p>Why are so many companies spending billions on AI, only to see their most ambitious projects stall out before they ever impact the customer experience?</p> <p><br>Agility requires more than just a fast-moving marketing team. It requires the foundational ability to connect disparate systems and data sources, allowing new technologies like AI to be implemented and scaled, not just piloted.<br>Today, we're going to talk about the single biggest, and often overlooked, blocker to enterprise AI adoption: the integration layer. While everyone is focused on the models and the applications, the legacy infrastructure underneath is preventing...
EP 237: Year in Review 2025
<p>In this episode, Lyndsay and Shannon reflect on their year. They discuss the challenges of managing high tunnels, unpredictable weather, and shifting business models, while sharing their annual “rose, bud, and thorn” reflections. Both emphasize the importance of adaptability, community, and intentional business growth. They also explore their “word of the year” practice, focusing on curiosity, connection, and freedom to guide their personal and professional journeys. The episode offers honest insights and inspiration for fellow farmers and entrepreneurs navigating similar paths.</p><p>Learn more about this episodes sponsor Homegrown Reach</p><p>Learn more about DirtCon and join the emai...
Map Your Success System
<p>You made it to 2026. That's your do-over right there.</p> <p>Some people didn't get this chance. They got through 2025 and didn't make it across the finish line. But you did. So what are you going to do with it?</p> <p>I'm not one of those hype-y guys demanding you chase everything. I believe in building a peaceful base first. That's where control lives. That's where freedom starts. From that foundation, you operate at whatever level you want.</p> <p>Today, I'm giving you the MAP system I use with clients who want to design their year without...
Thrad CEO Andrea Tortella on advertising in your conversational AI
<p>What if the most valuable part of your next conversation with an AI wasn't the answer it gave, but the ad it served?</p> <p><br>Agility requires more than just adopting new platforms; it demands a complete re-imagination of how brands provide value within them. It challenges us to move from interruption to integration, ensuring our presence is not only seen but welcomed.</p> <p><br>Today, we're going to talk about a potentially significant shift in digital marketing: the collision of conversational AI and advertising. As large language models become the new interface for information and interaction...
The Profit Prescription That Works
<p>Revenue keeps rising, but your bank account doesn’t? Here’s how to fix that.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Ben Hansen, Business Consultant & CEO, Profit Doctor, who built an eight-figure consulting firm to 100 employees and $13M revenue with five Inc. 5000 awards, after earlier stints at Dell and Microsoft. Ben now helps $2–$50M companies add +5 net profit points in 90 days by importing top-quartile practices into below-average performers. He shares the mindset, metrics, and surgical cuts that turn chronic cash strain into sustainable profitability.</p> <p> </p> <p>Key Takeaways:</p> <p>→ Why chasing yo...
Replay: Lovesac CEO Shawn D. Nelson on building a resilient brand in an uncertain world
<p>As the year wraps up, we are replaying some of our favorite conversations from 2025, including this one!<br>What if bankruptcy, a global financial crisis, and other hurdles along the way aren’t the end of your brand, but instead a way to help you define what it truly is?<br>Agility requires a willingness to experiment and adapt, not just in your technology stack, but also in your organizational structure and the very culture of your company. It also demands a deep understanding of your customer and a commitment to delivering personalized experiences.<br>Today, we're going to ta...
1,000 Years of Relationship Advice
<p>My wife and I celebrated our 9th wedding anniversary this week.</p><p><br>Two years ago, I started an annual tradition of asking couples who’ve been married 40, 50, or 60+ years for their best relationship advice.</p><p><br>The advice they wish they could give to their younger selves.</p><p><br>At this point, the advice captures over 1,000 years of earned wisdom from these beautiful relationships.</p><p><br>Today, I’d like to share that advice (plus a few additions of my own).</p><p><br>This is the relationship advice everyone needs to hear…</p><p>•••<...
Last week in AWS re:Invent with Corey Quinn
<p>Ryan sits down with Corey Quinn, Chief Cloud Economist at Duckbill, at AWS re:Invent to get Corey’s patented snarky take on all the happenings from the conference. They discuss whether the AI agent hype is supported by actual buyers, how startups are faring as AWS focuses on large enterprises, and how many of the new technologies coming out this year will actually be transformative. </p><p>Episode notes:</p><p>This episode was recorded at AWS re:Invent 2025! Check out Ryan’s recap of events on our blog. </p><p>Duckbill provides financial planning and analysis for enterp...
From Beanbag Hack to Billion-Dollar Brand
<p>When you solve one real problem brilliantly, it can unlock five more and add an entire category.</p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Shawn Nelson, Founder and CEO of LoveSac, who shares how a homemade “not-beanbag” snowballed into a NASDAQ-listed company with 300+ locations, a logistics moat, and the best-selling sectional platform in the U.S. He breaks down the invention mindset, LoveSac’s sustainability-by-design philosophy, and why products must be designed for life to win long term.</p> <p>Key Takeaways:</p> <p>→ Why logistics matter and how they can be used as your hidden superpow...
One Goal is All It Takes
<p>I've talked about goals for 19 years on this podcast.</p> <p>Got 5,200 episodes documented. I could pull every single mention of goals from my database and write a book. AI could probably do it for me.</p> <p>But after all that talking, I've gotten really simple about goals.</p> <p>Two types. Legacy goals that take your whole life. Living goals that happen every week, month, year.</p> <p>If your living goals don't lead toward your legacy goals, your spirit breaks. I've seen it happen.</p> <p>Your legacy is being written today. Some of you won't...
Replay: Increasing speed to insights with Sid Banerjee, Medallia
<p>As the year wraps up, we are replaying some of our favorite conversations from 2025, including this one!<br>What could your CX teams do to strategically move your brand forward if they weren’t tethered to dashboards?</p> <p><br>Agility requires CX teams to move beyond reactive reporting and embrace proactive insight delivery. In an era where insights are instantly available through conversational AI, the strategic role of CX is about to shift—big time.<br>Today we’re going to talk about how AI is reshaping customer experience by freeing CX teams from dashboards, static reports, and manual...
#207: My Top 5 Episodes of 2025 and Why You Should Revisit Them
<p>Looking for some inspiration during the holidays? Try these top 5 episodes of the year. This includes some of my most downloaded episodes, my personal favorites, or ones I think you need to revisit because they have so much to teach. Enjoy.</p><p>Top 5 Episodes of 2025</p><p>#162: Four Things to Use to Your Creative Advantage This Year</p><p>#172: Becoming the Boss of Your Money</p><p>#178: The Wisdom of 60 Years Living Life to the Fullest</p><p>#180: How to Reign In Your Creative Squirrel</p><p>#201: The 10 Easiest Ways to Find Extra Cash This Week</p><p>...
The Buzz: Human + Machine — Redefining the Future of Supply Chains
<p>The future of supply chain continues to evolve at breakneck speed, and on today’s episode of Supply Chain Now, we unpack the technologies, innovations, and leadership decisions shaping what’s next for global supply chains. From human-machine collaboration to drone delivery and robotics, this episode cuts through the hype to focus on what’s practical, scalable, and impactful. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by Pegasus Logistics!</p><p>Listen in as hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson dive into the biggest developments influencing supply chain strategy today — and what leaders must do to stay ahead. Scott and Kevin ar...
Traditions Are the Way to Happiness
<p>I walk my dogs three times a day. Same times. Every single day.</p> <p>It started once. Now it's a tradition. My dogs look at me like it's the law.</p> <p>Traditions aren't just for holidays. They're the secret sauce that makes life special all year long. But somebody has to make them.</p> <p>My neighbor Janice spends weeks decorating her house for Christmas. She's not just doing it for herself. She's making Christmas for everyone in the neighborhood.</p> <p>Think about it. How many people are making traditions for you right now? And how...
A Japanese Legend With A Lesson For Life
<p>There’s an old fable I love about a villager trying to catch a monkey.</p><p><br>He doesn’t use force. He doesn’t set a net. He doesn’t try to chase it.</p><p><br>Instead, he hooks a single coconut to the side of his house, drills a small hole in it, and places a few morsels of food inside.</p><p><br>That evening at dusk, the monkey quietly slips into the village. It sees the coconut, smells the food, and slips its open hand into the hole.</p><p><br>It feels the food...
What's going on at Versace?
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>This week, we take a look at the competition between Warby Parker and Google's soon-to-launch AI-powered smart glasses and the established competitor, Meta and Ray-Ban. The latter has already sold 2 million units.</p> <p>We also discuss the appointment of Rosie Huntington-Whitely as the new fashion director of the Revolve-owned retailer FWRD, and the Italian investigation into the Swatch Company and Citizen over allegations surrounding their pricing practices.</p> <p>Later in...
Settle down, nerds. AI is a normal technology
<p>Ryan welcomes Anil Dash, writer and former Stack Overflow board member, back to the show to discuss how AI is not a magical technology, but rather the normal next step in computing’s evolution. They explore the importance of democratizing access to technology, the unique challenges that LLMs’ non-determinism poses, and how developers can keep Stack Overflow’s ethos of community alive in a world of AI. </p><p>Episode notes: </p><p>Anil is a tech entrepreneur (former CEO at our sister company Fog Creek Software) and writer. You can find him at his blog anildash.com and on Linke...
AI is a crystal ball into your codebase
<p>Ryan is joined by Kayvon Beykpour, CEO and founder of Microscope, to dive into AI-powered code review’s potential for managing large codebases, the need for humans-in-the-loop for reviewing PRs so AI tools can efficiently and effectively debug, and how AI can increase visibility through summarization at the abstract syntax tree level and high signal-to-noise ratio code reviews.</p><p>Episode notes:</p><p>Macroscope helps you understand your code through AI-powered code review, automated PR descriptions, and real-time status reports</p><p>Connect with Kayvon on Twitter and LinkedIn.</p><p>This week’s shoutout goes to user Jespe...
Year-end review with Greg Kihlström, The Agile Brand
<p>In this episode I’m going to do something a little different. As we wind down for the year, we’re going to be running some of our favorites from 2025 until the new year begins.<br>Let’s take a look back at some of the overall themes discussed and point out a few highlights for me. I won’t be able to highlight everything of course but I found 5 themes really interesting. And, I won’t lie - I had a little help from AI in doing this. But that’s also kind of the point. We have all been usi...
512: The Surprising 3-P Practice A-List Leaders Use to Stay Calm and In Control Every Time - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 9
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. </p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 9.</p><p><br></p><p>Before any meeting, conversation, or presentation, take nine minutes to, get clear on:</p><p> 1️⃣ Point – What is the one thing they need to understand</p><p> 2️⃣ Purpose – Why does it matter?</p><p> 3...
508: The 5 Words of Appreciation that Build Loyalty to Your Leadership - 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Day 5
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here. </p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 5 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 5.</p><p><br></p><p>Here’s something many smart professionals miss:</p><p>Competence will get you respect, but appreciation earns you loyalty.</p><p><br></p><p>Sincere words of appreciation appreciation have this impa...
The Djokovic Rule: Do You Like Hitting The Ball?
<p>In 2015, tennis legend Novak Djokovic was asked about the drivers of his exceptional on-court success.</p><p><br>His response was simple:</p><p><br></p>"I can carry on playing at this level because I like hitting the tennis ball."<p><br>When the interviewer pressed him, asking whether there were players who don't, he continued:</p><p><br></p>"There are people out there who don't have the right motivation. I can see it. But I don't judge."<p><br>That line unlocked something for me, I just didn't know it yet...</p><p>•••</p><p>Mel Robbin...
Replay: Building stronger customer relationships using AI with Noah Zamansky, Stitch Fix
<p>As the year wraps up, we are replaying some of our favorite conversations from 2025, including this one!<br>AI can create immersive, human-centric experiences that not only drive sales but also foster enduring brand relationships in a rapidly evolving market. <br>Today we’re going to talk about how AI-driven personalization allows retailers to move beyond generic experiences, crafting unique interactions that resonate with individual preferences and behaviors, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty. <br>I’m thrilled to be joined by Noah Zamansky, Vice President of Product, Tech and Design, Client Experience at Stitch Fix here at eTail Bost...
From Rock Bottom to an Ultimate Life
<p>What if hitting rock bottom wasn’t the end, but the exact moment life cracks open to reveal your true power?</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Kellan Fluckiger, High-Performance Life Coach, who shares how a harrowing “divine intervention,” sobriety, and a second chance at love rewired his future. Drawing from his books, near-death experience, and 18 years of deep personal work, Kellan lays out a no-nonsense pathway to purpose, prosperity, and joy. He also tackles the future of coaching in the age of AI and why becoming the product of your message is the onl...
Rules for a Happy Life
<p>Want to be happier in 2026? Most of us are chasing happiness whether we admit it or not.</p> <p>I'm breaking down the stoic approach to living a genuinely happy life. These aren't soft motivational ideas. They're practical rules that cut through the noise and get you focused on what actually matters.</p> <p>From managing your emotions like a badge of honor to finding your real purpose, I'm sharing the ancient wisdom that still works today. You'll learn why life isn't too short, how to stop pretending you know what's good or bad, and why being tied to...
How to Plan an Exciting Year
<p>Ever feel stuck not knowing what you want next year?</p> <p>I'm sharing the brain science behind getting unstuck and excited about 2026. It starts with exploring possibilities without commitment. No announcements, no pressure. Just curiosity.</p> <p>Once you find something interesting, your anticipation engine kicks in. That's when everything changes. I'll show you how to use your brain's natural wiring to create a year you're genuinely pumped about.</p> <p>Featured Story</p> <p>Two days before Christmas, I asked my wife for a toaster.</p> <p>She said we're not doing gifts this year. But I...
Stuck in Your Own Way
<p>Episode Description</p> <p>You're doing everything right. Following the plan. Staying between the lines. But somehow you're not moving forward.</p> <p>Sound familiar? Most people spend their time stuck in this exact spot—safe, comfortable, and completely frustrated.</p> <p>I learned this almost 20 years ago when I started preaching "life begins when you move." Turns out, life always gets in the way too. The real work isn't just starting. It's what you do when you're stuck between the lines with something blocking your path forward.</p> <p>Featured Story</p> <p>Yesterday I was riding my Ha...
Building Innovative Supply Chains That Perform Under Pressure
<p>Global supply chains are being reshaped by nonstop disruption, accelerating geopolitical tension, and an unprecedented wave of digital innovation. Organizations are under mounting pressure to build operations that can withstand volatility, scale intelligently, and respond to customers with real-time precision.</p><p>In this episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton is joined by Mourad Tamoud, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Schneider Electric from the Schneider Electric Innovation Summit North America 2025, for a wide-ranging conversation about what it takes to build a modern, future-ready supply chain. Drawing on nearly three decades with Schneider Electric across seven countries, Mourad shares...
Ty Haney on Outdoor Voices 2.0
<p>On this week’s episode, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international fashion reporter Zofia Zwieglinska unpack the week’s biggest fashion headlines. They start with the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Show, which returned to New York with a more inclusive casting lineup that featured WNBA star Angel Reese, plus-size and trans models, and a visibly pregnant Jasmine Tookes. With performances from Missy Elliott and Karol G, the show aimed to balance its signature spectacle with a renewed focus on diversity and empowerment. Danny and Zofia debate whether this marks a genuine evolution for the lingerie giant or a one-and-done activa...
Building Your Foundation
<p>You've set goals before and watched them fall apart six months later. Maybe you thought you had a solid foundation. Maybe you didn't.</p> <p>I'm pulling from 25 years of coaching experience and thousands of hours working with people just like you. What I've learned is this: you need a peaceful base before you chase any goal. Six domains of life that have to be balanced first, or everything crumbles.</p> <p>Think of it like an audio console. Get the levels wrong at the start, and everything downstream is a mess. Get them right, and you can reach...
Interface is everything, and everything is an interface
<p>Ryan talks with Wesley Yu, head of engineering at Metalab, about the evolution of interfaces in technology, the pressure that UI generated on the fly would put on your backend systems, and why AI is just the latest and fanciest in a long line of CRUD apps. </p><p>Episode notes:</p><p>Metalab designs interfaces for top brands around the world, helping them design, build, and ship their products.</p><p>Connect with Wesley on Twitter and LinkedIn.</p><p>Congrats to Populist badge winner SiddAjmera, who won the badge for their answer to Angular FormControl check if r...
Arm the Underdogs with AI
<p>When execution gets cheap and fast, the advantage shifts from incumbents to the bold.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Alex Mehr, PhD, Former NASA Scientist, Serial Entrepreneur, and AI Disruptor, who explains why this AI wave is different. Technology is replacing human tasks (often doing them better), turning “idea machines” into prolific builders by slashing execution time and cost. He shares how famous.ai helps entrepreneurs spin up real MVPs quickly, why “barbarian” tactics beat empires, and the mindsets that separate shippers from stallers.</p> <p> </p> <p>Key Takeaways:</p> <p>→ How this AI...
How AI is helping us build better communities
<p>MIT and Stanford professor Alex “Sandy” Pentland joins the show to explore the power of communities for shared knowledge and how AI could hurt or help the growth of these communities. Ryan and Sandy dive into the findings from Sandy’s new book Shared Wisdom: Cultural Evolution in the Age of AI, the ethical implications of rapidly advancing technology, and AI’s potential to foster community dialogue and decision-making. </p><p>Episode notes:</p><p>Sandy’s new book Shared Wisdom: Cultural Evolution in the Age of AI explores how we can build a flourishing society by using what we know abo...
SCN Best of 2025: From Classroom to Boardroom: Preparing the NOW Generation of Supply Chain Leaders
<p>In this classic episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott Luton welcomes Dr. Stephanie Thomas and Dr. Rod Thomas, associate professors of Supply Chain Management at the Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of supply chain education, talent development, and the critical role of collaboration between academia and industry.</p><p>Stephanie and Rod share insights on preparing the NOW generation of supply chain leaders, discussing the increasing awareness of supply chain careers, the importance of experiential learning, and how companies can build stronger internship pipelines. They also dive into the intersection...
Insights from Glossy's holiday research report — plus, Grace Wales Bonner joins Hermés
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>This week, we discuss Grace Wales Bonner taking over as the creative director of menswear at Hermés. It’s a job that Wales Bonner has previously referred to as a dream job, and it makes her the first black woman to lead a major European luxury brand.</p> <p>We also discuss Dsquared2's restructuring and layoffs amid its legal battle with licensing company Staff International. And we break down Saks Fif...
The new rules of denim
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>This week, we talk about the closure of Gen-Z-favorite underwear brand Parade, six years after its founding. We also talk about Lululemon becoming the latest fashion brand to partner with the NFL. And we discuss layoffs at big companies like Amazon and what they mean for American consumers' dim outlook on the economy.</p> <p>In the second half of the episode (23:30), we’re joined by Glossy editor-in-chief Jill Manoff to discuss th...
SCN Best of 2025: Equity in Action: How Inclusion Leads to Supply Chain Innovation
<p>In this classic episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton welcomes Lushentha Naidoo, Managing Director of the European Supplier Diversity Program (ESDP), for a candid conversation on purpose-driven leadership and the business value of inclusive procurement. Drawing on a 14-year transformation career at Unilever and a personal journey from apartheid-era South Africa to global operations leadership, Lushentha shares how caring as a leadership “superpower” can fuel innovation, save jobs, and build psychologically safe teams. She explains how supplier diversity isn’t charity. It’s a competitive advantage that increases agility, strengthens resilience, and unlocks fresh thinking when disruption hits.</p><p>She...
Escape Your Past, Accelerate Your Future
<p>I used to be that guy wandering Walmart on Christmas Eve at midnight looking for a toaster.</p> <p>One year I stopped and looked around. There were a bunch of us. All guys. All looking lost in the kitchen section. The employees were looking at us with pity.</p> <p>That's when I decided never again.</p> <p>Decision-making is one of your most powerful personal growth tools. As we head into 2026, you're going to need it. The problem? We're human. We're emotional. And logic doesn't always win the battle when feelings show up.</p> <p>Time to...
#199: Are These 5 Phrases Keeping You Stuck? (And how to fix them.)
<p>The words you speak shape your mindset—and your results. In this episode, I unpack 5 sneaky phrases that keep creatives and entrepreneurs in self-doubt, procrastination and overwhelm. Learn how to reframe your language so you can shift your energy, boost confidence, and start creating unstoppable momentum in your career and your life.</p><p>DOWNLOAD FREE GUIDE: The Gotcha Exercise: How to Obliterate the Beliefs That Are Killing Your LIfe</p><p>If you loved this episode, check out:</p><p>#198: 10 Time Management Tips for Creatives</p><p>#168: How to Let Your Creativity Expand (So You Can Evolve).</p>
Introducing: Wild Roman
<p>In 2021, as I was leaving a traditional career path to create my own, I asked a mentor for advice on the entrepreneurial journey ahead.</p><p><br>His response was simple:</p><p><br>Create things that you’d want to consume.</p><p><br>To be completely transparent, while that always made sense to me when it came to my writing, I never knew what it meant when it came to business.</p><p><br>That is, until 18 months ago, when something clicked.</p><p><br>Here’s the story of what happened—and the secret project that change...
EP 231: Our favorite things
<p>In this podcast episode, Lyndsay and Shannon both experienced flower farmers—share their favorite products and tools that make farm life easier and more enjoyable. With a friendly, relatable tone, they discuss essential items like durable boots, cozy workwear, efficient tools, snacks, and home comforts. The episode is packed with practical tips, honest reviews, and personal stories, offering inspiration and actionable recommendations for fellow farmers and anyone seeking to improve their daily routines. They also announce a listener giveaway and express gratitude for their supportive community.</p><p>Shannon’s Favorite Things</p><p>Dazzle Dry</p><p>Moccamaster Tech...
Living in Bliss, Leading with Balance
<p>What if the same mindset that builds nine-figure businesses could also create a happier, healthier life?</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Pete Sacco, Entrepreneur, Technologist, Modern Day Mystic, is the author of Living in Bliss: Achieve a Balanced Existence of Body, Mind, and Spirit, who shares how his own low point—facing poor health and personal unhappiness despite career success—sparked a complete transformation that reshaped both his life and his company. He reveals the framework behind his “Commit, Learn, and Do” philosophy and how understanding superpowers, core values, and balance can turn ambi...
EP 232: Uncut Week 50
<p>In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," flower farmers Lindsay and Shannon share an honest, unscripted chat about the highs and lows of running their flower business during the Christmas season. They discuss the dynamics of recent wreath workshops, customer interactions, pricing challenges, and the emotional toll of farm life. The duo also reflects on holiday pressures, the realities of hosting open houses, and the importance of community, consistency, and finding joy amidst the busy season—all with warmth, humor, and practical advice for fellow farmers and listeners.</p><p>Learn more about this episodes sponsor Ho...
Replay: What happens to your KPIs when both CLV and Customer Acquisition Costs rise? With Jamie Domenici, Klaviyo
<p>As the year wraps up, we are replaying some of our favorite conversations from 2025, including this one!<br>Customer lifetime value is a critical KPI, but with customer acquisition costs rapidly rising, what can brands do to successfully build long-term value for the business?<br>Agility requires seeing past vanity metrics to the durable value hidden in customer relationships. When customer acquisition costs climb and privacy affects easy targeting, only nimble brands—those that align teams, data, and KPIs around lifetime value—stay ahead.<br>All of this (and a few more things) are discussed in the recently-released Klaviyo B2C...
Live from re:Invent…it’s Stack Overflow!
<p>Ryan is joined by Stack Overflow’s CEO Prashanth Chandrasekar and Director of Data Science Michael Foree on the floor at re:Invent to discuss all they’ve seen and heard at the event, from the future of AI agents to the trust issues the enterprise has around AI and the impact of AI and robotics on the job market.</p><p>Episode Notes:</p><p>This episode was recorded at AWS re:Invent 2025! Check out Ryan’s recap of events from the floor on our blog. </p><p>Connect with Prashanth on LinkedIn.</p><p>Connect with Michael on Link...
Anti-Routine Morning
<p>I used to hate mornings.</p> <p>I was a morning DJ starting at 18. Up at 4 am every day. Hated it so much I quit.</p> <p>Then I met Joy. She gets up at 5:30 am every single morning like it's programmed in her DNA. Lights on, radio on, house awake. Didn't matter if I was sleeping.</p> <p>Her mindless persistence drove me bonkers. But I couldn't change her. So I had to find my own way.</p> <p>Turns out there's one question that makes mornings work: What's the most important thing I can do today that...
SCN Best of 2025: Eureka Moments from Research, Data & An Incredible Supply Chain Journey
<p>In this classic episode of Supply Chain Now, host Scott W. Luton sits down with Melanie Salter, Director of Supply Chain Research at boom! Global Network, to discuss the evolving role of people in supply chain strategy. Together, they explore the intersection of data, strategic network design, and inclusive leadership—and why businesses that overlook workforce engagement risk falling behind.</p><p>Melanie shares insights on industry trends, from AI adoption and decision-making challenges to the importance of building diverse, resilient supply chains. She also breaks down the latest research on workplace inclusion and its direct impact on business pe...
The 25 Best Ideas of 2025
<p>When I started this newsletter in 2021, I had one simple goal:</p><p><br>To share actionable ideas to help you build a high-performing, healthy, wealthy life.</p><p><br>I had no idea that just a few years later, that simple focus would extend to reach nearly 1 million readers around the world.</p><p>To say I'm humbled by this is something of an understatement.</p><p><br>But I'm not surprised by it.</p><p>Why? Well, I haven't missed a single send since I started it in May 2021. Two sends per week for all of 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024...
#201: The 10 Easiest Ways to Find Extra Cash This Week
<p>We all love finding money, especially when it's a surprise. But even more fun is playing the Finding Money game where you intentionally decide to focus on finding money. That's what I'm talking about on this episode and you're going to learn the 10 best ways to do that. Some will be simple. Some will be silly. But everyone of them will help you find money you didn't know you had! Flashback Episode.</p><p>Speaking of finding money—get excited for our biggest sale of the year! For five straight days Nov 24-28, I'll be sharing five Black Friday De...
Containers are easy—moving your legacy system off your VM is not
<p>Ryan sits down with Dan Ciruli, VP and General Manager of Cloud Native at Nutanix, to talk about getting your virtual machines and Kubernetes to play nice in cloud-native environments, why VMs are still relevant in enterprise applications, and how AI can help modernize legacy systems. </p><p>Episode notes: </p><p>Nutanix combines compute, storage, virtualization, and networking so you can run applications and manage data across on-premises datacenters, public clouds, and edge locations all on one platform. </p><p>Connect with Dan on Linkedin and Bluesky.</p><p>Congrats to Necromancer badge winner David Ferenczy Rogožan! They...
The C.R.A.F.T. Money Map Explained
<p>Most owners work hard for money—few learn to make the tax code work hard for them.</p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Catrina M. Craft, a tax strategist and accountant who’s advised business owners and previously learned elite tax strategy working with the wealthiest 2% of Americans. Creator of the CRAFT Money Map framework, Catrina specializes in turning reactive “tax season” chaos into proactive, year-round wealth strategy. She breaks down the KPIs that actually drive profitability, the entity and election decisions that matter, and timely plays like bonus depreciation, §179, and QBI that can free up cash t...
Born To Do You
<p>Happy New Year. Are you ready to stop waiting for permission to be yourself?</p> <p>I'm kicking off my 20th season with something different. Shorter shows during the week, deeper conversations on weekends. Six minutes of daily fuel Monday through Friday, then we go deep where it counts.</p> <p>Today, we're talking about the two things you were born with that nobody can take away—free will and your unique way of doing things. You're already using them whether you know it or not. The question is, are you doing it on purpose?</p> <p>Featured Story</p>...
EP 236: Uncut Week 52
<p>In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the two flower farmers share a candid, unscripted chat about their holiday season, from the chaos of gift wrapping to the successes and challenges of Christmas sales. They reflect on the importance of genuine connection, sparked by a story of an elderly woman nearly scammed, and discuss how community shapes their farm businesses. The conversation also delves into concerns about AI’s growing impact on jobs, creativity, and authenticity, blending humor and thoughtful reflection on technology’s role in their lives and work.</p><p>Click here to learn more...
503: Why Power Poses and Tiny Gestures Change Your Brain Chemistry & Elevate Your Executive Presence
<p>If you ever nailed your message in a meeting—but still walked away feeling overlooked or dismissed it might not be what you’re saying, but how your body is saying it.</p><p>In this episode, Dr. Stephen Furlich, author of Nonverbal Epiphany, breaks down the silent signals that make or break your executive presence. Whether you're aiming for the C-suite, pitching ideas, or navigating workplace politics, your nonverbal communication may be working against you—or unlocking your next big opportunity. </p><p> </p><p>By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:</p><p><br></p><p>💪How...
SCN Best of 2025: Amplifying Women’s Voices in Supply Chain: Liz Raman with Supply Chain Gals
<p>In this classic episode of Supply Chain Now, Scott Luton welcomes Liz Raman, founder and CEO of Supply Chain Gals, to share her dynamic career journey and powerful mission to amplify women’s voices in global supply chain leadership. Liz walks us through her career path—from routing trucks at Home Depot to leading assortment planning at Nike, and now empowering a growing global community of 20,000+ women through Supply Chain Gals. She shares how embracing discomfort, learning new skills like data analytics, and thinking beyond traditional supply chain roles can open up transformative career opportunities.</p><p>The conversation expl...
The Buzz: Exploring the Technologies Transforming Operations Today
<p>Today we're breaking down the biggest forces reshaping global supply chains and the future of manufacturing, and exploring why companies are shifting from global collaboration to regional, domestic-first strategies—especially across the U.S. manufacturing ecosystem. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by Pegasus Logistics!</p><p>In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Richard Donaldson welcome special guest Gary Bennett, Chief Integrated Supply Chain Officer at Array Technologies. Together they discuss:</p>The technologies transforming operations today, including AI, automation, and digital tools redefining logistics and demand planningHow the solar energy sector is rapidly scaling to...
505: The Fastest Way to Look More Executive — Without Saying a Word - The 12 Days of Christmas Executive Presence Series
<p>To see if Laura’s Executive Presence Mastery System 90-day coaching intensive is right for you, set up a strategy call here.</p><p>🎄 Welcome to the Speak Up 12 Days of Christmas… where I give you 12 tiny but mighty tips from December 25 through January 6 to help you create big executive presence today so you get recognized for your contributions in 2026 and today is Day 2.</p><p>Your eyes speak before your words do, so the question is: what exactly should they say?</p><p><br></p><p>Today’s micro-moment builds:</p><p><br></p><p>🤝 Instant rapport</p><p>🔐 Subconsc...
What brands need to know about digital product passports — plus, the CFDA bans fur and Dario Vitale exits Versace
<p>On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week.</p> <p>This week, we're talking about the CFDA banning the use of fur in shows on its official New York Fashion Week calendar, following similar decisions by fashion weeks in London, Copenhagen and Berlin. We also discuss the U.K. banning ads from brands like Nike, Superdry and Lacoste over misleading sustainability claims.</p> <p>Lastly, we discuss the Prada-Versace deal, which officially closed this week, just a day before creative director Dario...
Typeface CMO Jason Ing on the paradox of hyper personalization and brand consistency
<p>What happens when your brand has a million different voices speaking to a million different customers? Is that the pinnacle of personalization, or is it just brand chaos?</p> <p><br>Agility requires both the speed to personalize content for every individual as well as the control to ensure every one of those interactions faithfully represents the core brand.</p> <p><br>Today, we're going to talk about resolving one of the biggest paradoxes in modern marketing: achieving hyper-personalization at massive scale, without sacrificing brand governance and consistency. We’ll explore how generative AI is moving from a creative no...
From Homeless to Nine Figures
<p>When you focus your energy like a laser, the right single move can change everything.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Stephen Scoggins, Faith-Driven Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Author, who rose from homelessness to build Custom Home Exteriors into one of the East Coast’s largest exterior service companies—~400 employees and just under nine figures annually—before exiting in 2023. Stephen now leads Unstoppable Solutions, creating media and events and empowering education to help founders align purpose, performance, and profit. He shares the mentor lessons that saved his life, the pitfalls that stall entrepreneurs, and how “pr...
EP 238: Uncut Week 1 2026
<p>In this episode of "The Uncut with Lyndsay and Shannon," the hosts share an honest, unscripted look at flower farming life. They discuss battling harsh winter winds, balancing farm work with family and wellness routines, and managing busy holiday sales. Shannon opens up about her husband’s back injury and their teamwork on the farm. Listener questions spark a chat about favorite flower plugs, and updates are given on their upcoming Dirt Con conference. The episode blends practical farm talk, personal stories, and community engagement, offering a warm, relatable glimpse into the realities of modern flower farming.</p><p>Le...
EP 233: The 5 Components of a Great Introduction Email
<p>In this episode of "The Dirt on Flowers," hosts Lyndsay and Shannon welcome copywriter Kelli Jasper to discuss email marketing for flower farmers. They explore how to craft authentic welcome emails and nurture sequences that build genuine connections with subscribers. Kelly shares tips on storytelling, overcoming writing fears, and using personal anecdotes to engage audiences. The conversation covers balancing professionalism with authenticity, using tools like AI and emojis, and the importance of consistency over perfection. The episode offers practical advice and encouragement for flower farmers aiming to grow their businesses through meaningful, relatable email communication.</p><p>Kelli Jasper<...
