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Future Jobs
<p>This episode begins with a look at the changing career landscape as AI and automation reshape white-collar work. Don and Tom discuss a Wall Street Journal piece suggesting that some workers—and especially young people deciding on careers—may want to reconsider the trades and other blue-collar paths where demand and wages are rising. They explore shortages in skilled labor, the value of transferable business skills, and the importance of knowing yourself when choosing a career. Listener questions then cover whether Robinhood’s transfer bonuses make the platform worth considering, the realities of starting a second career as a financ...
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<p><br />Our Predictions For WordPress For 2026</p> <p><br />Discover our WordPress 2026 predictions: AI integration, block editor evolution, and performance upgrades that will transform your website.</p> <p><br />In this insightful video, we dive deep into our predictions for WordPress in 2026. From emerging trends in website design to cutting-edge technologies shaping the platform, we discuss how these developments could redefine the WordPress experience. Join us as we explore the potential impact of AI, increased security measures, and the evolution of e-commerce. Don’t miss out on staying ahead.</p> <p>---------------------- Sponsors of The Show -------------------------------</p> <p>Ki...
How Training Builds Scalable Leadership: Damon Lembi’s Baseball Playbook for Winning in Business | Ep. 187
<p>Episode 187 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D)</p><p>Employee training and leadership development aren’t costs—they’re championship investments, and Damon Lembi proves how learning cultures create business superfans who sell for you.</p><p>Employee training and leadership development sit at the heart of this powerhouse episode featuring Damon Lembi, CEO of LearniT, and host Freddy D. Damon shares his journey from elite baseball player to leading one of the most respected live corporate learning platforms in the country.</p><p>Too many businesses promote top performers into leadership without the skills to win through people—creating disengagement, turnover...
Pan African Resources CEO Cobus Loots says Emmerson acquisition will accelerate Tennant development
Pan African Resources PLC (LSE:PAF, OTCQX:PAFRY, JSE:PAN) CEO Cobus Loots talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s decision to acquire Emmerson Resources and move to full ownership of the Tennant Creek gold project in Australia. Loots explained that consolidating the asset under one entity removes the complexities of the joint venture and allows Pan African to accelerate development and exploration across the highly prospective district. Pan African already owns 75% of the Tennant Creek joint venture, and Loots said bringing Emmerson into the group simplifies the structure and provides strategic flexibility for future growth. According to Lo...
When Church Members Become Online Trolls: What Pastors Should Do
Josh and Sam tackle a growing and uncomfortable reality for pastors: what to do when one of your own church members becomes an online troll. The cohosts explore how to discern genuine critics from disruptive trolls, protect your church’s unity and safety, and lead with grace even when someone is trying to provoke you publicly.
How Being a Woman Changes Your Insurance (and Why We End Up Claiming More)
<p>What would actually happen if you couldn’t work tomorrow… and your income just stopped? Because here’s the uncomfortable truth: Insurance isn’t gender neutral. Women experience more time out of the workforce, more chronic and reproductive health conditions, more mental health claims, and we live longer. This episode breaks down exactly how being a woman changes your insurance, why women claim more, and what that means for your safety net. If you’ve ever assumed your cover is “probably fine” because it’s in your super, this episode might change your mind. <br><br>In this ep: <br>💸The uncomfor...
Cullen Roche: What Is Your Perfect Portfolio?
<p>Today on the podcast we welcome back Cullen Roche. He has a new book out called Your Perfect Portfolio: The Ultimate Guide to Using the World’s Most Powerful Investment Strategies. Cullen is also the founder and chief investment officer of Discipline Funds, and he heads up Orcam Group, a registered investment advisory firm he established in 2012. Cullen started his career as an advisor at Merrill Lynch and worked at an event-driven hedge fund before starting his RIA firm. He received his bachelor’s degree in finance from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business. Cullen, welcome back to The Lo...
High Pay vs Flexibility: What’s the Best Career Choice?
<p>International Women’s Day is this weekend, and while we love celebrating incredible women, it also felt like the perfect time to talk about some of the very real career trade-offs a lot of us are still navigating *and this episode comes with a content warning below*.<br><br>So if one job offers a higher salary and paid parental leave… but almost zero flexibility. The other pays less, but gives you more freedom. With kids potentially on the horizon, which one actually sets you up better long term? We unpack the parental leave maths, the reality of juggling work...
America's Gambling Problem and the Church
Josh and Sam talk about the rising tide of gambling addiction in the U.S., fueled by the explosion of online betting and sports wagering. With millions of adults and youth affected, and billions lost in social and personal costs, the issue is quickly becoming a pastoral and congregational challenge. This episode highlights the scope of the crisis, why it’s escalating, and how the church can respond with clarity, compassion, and practical care.
Stuck with One-Time Clients
<p>Victor is a freelancer based in Berlin doing solid project work—delivering results, getting paid, and then watching clients disappear into the void. No follow-up, no next project, just silence. He wants to know how to build real, lasting client relationships instead of one-and-done engagements. Preston and Austin Church, founder of Freelance Cake, break down why clients go quiet (hint: it's almost never about you), how to build an offboarding process that keeps doors open, and how to plant the seeds of a long-term relationship before you even send the final deliverable.</p> <p>Support our show sponsors -> https://free...
Stop Doing Everything Yourself...Here's Why
<p>Marcus built his agency the hard way—doing everything himself until the clients came, the revenue got steady, and the team grew. But now, with real momentum on his side, he's still the one making every call, reviewing every deliverable, and firefighting every problem. He suspects this habit that once made him successful might now be the very thing capping his growth. Preston and Sabrina sit down with Jesse P. Gilmore from Niche in Control to help Marcus understand the difference between scrappy resourcefulness and a founder bottleneck—and what to actually do about it.</p> <p>Support our show...
#992 - WP-Tonic Show: Key Things Learnt Connected to Marketing, An Innovative Plugin
<p>Key Things Learnt Connected to Marketing, An Innovative Plugin</p> <p>Discover key marketing lessons from an innovative plugin. Boost your strategy with proven insights that drive real results.</p> <p></p> <p>---------------------- Sponsors of The Show -------------------------------</p> <p>Kintsa - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT</p> <p>WP-Rollover - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT</p> <p>LifterLMS - https://bit.ly/3VskGBT<br /> <br />---------------------- Sponsors of The Show -------------------------------</p> <p><br />With Special Guest Matt Schwartz, Founder of Checkview Plugin and Inspry WooCommerce vs Shopify Agency based in Atlanta<br /><br /></p> <p>https://checkview.io/<...
#996- WP-Tonic Show: AI & WordPress The Good The Bad & The Ugly
<p><br /> AI & WordPress: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly</p> <p>Discover AI & WordPress pros, cons, and pitfalls. Learn what works, what fails, and how to avoid costly mistakes. Read the full truth now.</p> <p>In this video, we dive deep into the world of AI and its intriguing relationship with WordPress. Discover the benefits that AI brings to website creation, alongside the pitfalls that could arise. We explore both the transformative potential and the ethical considerations of AI integration. Join us as we dissect the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of this evolving technology.</p> <...
David Bach: ‘Start Enjoying Your Life Sooner’
<p>Our guest on the podcast today is David Bach. David is the author of 12 national bestselling books, including The Latte Factor; Smart Women Finish Rich; Start Late, Finish Rich; and The Automatic Millionaire. He just released the 20th anniversary edition of The Automatic Millionaire. David was a longtime contributor to NBC’s Today show and a featured guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show. He also produced and hosted two public television specials, Smart Women Finish Rich and The Automatic Millionaire. David started his career at Morgan Stanley where he was a senior vice president and partner of The Bach Gr...
Should the Pastor Know How Much People Give to the Church?
Most nonprofit organizations have clear visibility into donor activity: who gives, how often, and how much. But churches often treat data on giving very differently. Should pastors know who is giving in their churches? Josh and Sam take a fresh look at this sensitive and often misunderstood topic.
Build With ICF Podcast Episode 61 World of Concrete Recap
<p>Two experts in ICF — Trevor Brown and Heather Hering-Brown — recap their World of Concrete experience, industry buzz, and product discoveries from decades of hands-on work in ICF installation, drafting, and design.</p> <p>The episode highlights new tools, plan books tailored to block manufacturers, manufacturing and accessory innovations, and personal show stories and shout-outs to builders, distributors, and vendors they met.</p> <p>Listeners’ top questions are addressed, including termite and rodent concerns, adding ICF safe rooms to existing homes, and structural GFRP updates; practical solutions and product suggestions are shared.</p> <p>They also discuss building industry connections, the id...
Equity Explained: Is It Really the Shortcut to Getting Rich?
<p>Everyone keeps saying “just use your equity” like it’s some kind of cheat code to getting rich… but what does that actually mean? To break it all down properly, Victoria sits down with Mortgage Broking queen Jaclyn Walsh to breaking down equity properly. We're talking what it is, how much you can really get, why the bank doesn’t see it the way you do, and when using it can genuinely accelerate your wealth. Because yes, equity can be powerful... but it can also lock you into more debt, more risk, and less flexibility if you don’t understand h...
#995 - WP-Tonic This Month in WordPress & Tech Round Table Show For October, 2025
<p>WordPress and Tech Stories of The Month. Get the insights you need now.</p> <p>Discover the month's must-know WordPress and tech stories in our latest video! We explore key updates, fascinating innovations, and expert commentary that are vital for anyone involved in the digital realm. Our engaging discussion keeps you informed and inspired as you navigate your tech journey. Don’t wait—watch now to catch up on what matters most in WordPress and technology.</p> <p>This Month's Special Guest Panelist Matt Schwartz of Checkview.io</p> <p><br />https://checkview.io/</p> <p>https://www.linkedin.com...
Financial Clarity: Jon Morris Solves Profit Blind Spots for a $3M Turnaround | Ep. 192
<p>Episode 192 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D)</p><p>Financial Clarity for Service Businesses can unlock hidden profit, eliminate cash stress, and turn your numbers into a strategic scoreboard for predictable growth.</p><p>Financial clarity is the difference between scaling profit and scaling stress—and in Episode 192, Jon Morris, Founder & CEO of Fiscal Advocate, reveals how service-based businesses can engineer a $3M financial turnaround in 6 months.</p><p>Too many founders grow revenue while flying blind on profit margin, cash flow, and real KPIs. The result? Burnout, cash distress, and stalled growth.</p><p>Jon shares how he scaled Rise In...
The Best Way to Handle Scope Creep
<p>Andre is getting pulled in every direction by his clients — new requests keep piling on top of the original project, and he doesn't know how to push back without risking the relationship. Preston and Austin Church, founder of the Freelance Cake Community, dig into exactly how to handle scope creep with confidence: from crafting airtight contracts and expectations docs, to the subtle language shifts that remind clients you're a business partner — not an employee on the payroll. Plus, when to just say yes anyway.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Support our show sponsors -> https://freelancetofounder.com/sponsors</p> <p>Submit your own question...
Ilika CEO on delivery of first commercial Stereax electrodes to Cirtec Medical
Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA, OTCQX:ILIKF, FRA:I8A) CEO Graeme Purdy talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about a major milestone for the company as it delivered its first commercial batch of Stereax electrodes to manufacturing partner Cirtec Medical. The development represents an important step in Ilika’s transition from a technology development company to a commercial supplier in the fast-growing medical device battery market. Purdy explained that the order marks the company’s first revenue-generating product supply for Stereax technology, signalling early progress on the path to commercialisation. As Purdy noted, “what we're announcing today is that we've fulfilled that i...
Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic | What is the Future of WordPress in a World of AI?
<p>#998- WP-Tonic Show: What is The Future of WordPress in a World of AI?</p> <p>Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic | What is the Future of WordPress in a World of AI?</p> <p><br />Discover the future of WordPress in AI era. Learn how artificial intelligence is reshaping CMS platforms and what it means for your website.</p> <p>In this insightful video, we explore the future of WordPress in an increasingly AI-driven landscape. Discover how artificial intelligence is reshaping web development, content creation, and user interaction. We delve into innovative tools, trends, and potential challenges that WordPress...
The Future of Online Business and 2026 Predictions
<p >What if the very tools promised to make your life easier are actually making your business more vulnerable as we head into a brand-new year? Are you becoming so dependent on AI that you've lost the "human spark" that actually converts? This is the last episode of 2025, and trust me, it may be the most important one that you've listened to this year as I pull back the curtain and reveal the five critical things you must prioritize to thrive moving forward.</p> <p >In this episode, I bring you my predictions for the future of online business and...
More Qs reQuired
<p>On this Friday Q&A episode, Don answers listener questions on international stock overweighting inside a Seattle city retirement plan, whether a Vanguard target-date fund might be a smarter emotional guardrail than self-managing allocations, how much term life insurance a family really needs (hint: it’s about replacing income, not funding Ivy League dreams), whether an aggressively small-value–tilted Avantis portfolio is too risky for a disabled early retiree, and how to evaluate a $36,000 pension annuity versus a $500,000 lump sum using withdrawal math instead of Monte Carlo optimism. The recurring theme: feelings aren’t an edge, discipline beats prediction, and st...
The Best-Kept Secrets to Creating Million-Dollar Messaging in Your Business
<p >What if I told you that 95% of the results in your business come from just 5% of your activities? And what if I told you that for most entrepreneurs, that 5% is the one thing they are actually avoiding or trying to outsource to a robot?</p> <p >Today, I'm talking all about messaging. I just wrapped up my three-day Million Dollar Messaging workshop for our Next Level coaching clients, and the breakthroughs were so huge that I had to bring some of those "behind-closed-doors" strategies to the podcast.</p> <p >In this episode, I'm breaking down how messaging isn't just...
Build With ICF Podcast Episode 63 World Insulated Concrete Form Association Launch: Building a Unified Voice for ICF
<p>Two ICF experts and podcast hosts, Trevor Brown and Heather Hering Brown, announce the launch of the World Insulated Concrete Form Association (WICFA). The episode outlines WICFA’s mission to promote, protect, and advance ICF through advocacy, education, industry collaboration, directories, certified installer training, member forums, discounts, and events.</p> <p>The hosts explain membership tiers, pricing, Founders Club perks, plans for lobbying and PACs, partnerships with manufacturers, continuing education credits, and upcoming events like World of Concrete. They invite listeners to join the waitlist at WICFA.org </p> <p>Contact us at info@BuildWithICF.com</p> <p>or @Bui...
#993 - WP-Tonic Show:WordPress Goes Totally Headless With Astro & Vibe Coding!
<p><br />#993 - WP-Tonic Show: WordPress Goes Totally Headless With Astro & Vibe Coding!</p> <p>WordPress Goes Totally Headless With Astro & Vibe Coding!</p> <p>WordPress goes headless with Astro & Vibe Coding for blazing-fast sites. Discover modern web development that's faster and more flexible.</p> <p></p> <p>With Special Guest Brian Coords | Developer Advocate WooCommerce |</p> <p><br />https://www.briancoords.com/</p> <p>https://webmasters.fm/</p> <p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianallencoords/</p> <p>https://www.youtube.com/@BrianCoords/videos</p> <p>@briancoords</p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>---------------------- Sponsors of The Show -------------------------------</p> <...
Before You Enroll: What You Need to Know About Seminary
Thom and Sam interview Dr. Andy Miller, the president of Wesley Biblical Seminary, to explore what every potential seminary student needs to consider before enrolling. While seminary can provide clarity and theological depth, it is not a magic formula for ministry success. This discussion breaks down the practical steps every prospective student should consider.
Rome Resources CEO on low-cost New Brunswick tin opportunity
Rome Resources Plc (AIM:RMR, FRA:33R) CEO Paul Barrett talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's decision to expand its exploration portfolio into Canada through an option agreement covering early-stage licences in New Brunswick, close to the historic Mount Pleasant deposit. Barrett explained that while Rome Resources remains primarily focused on advancing its tin projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the company was attracted to the geological potential of the New Brunswick region. The licences cover more than 100 square kilometres and include the Three Lakes and Schoullar Mountain projects, positioned within a mineralised system known for tin...
#1000- WP-Tonic Show: Hosting & WordPress & Complicated Relationship
<p>#1.000- WP-Tonic Show: Hosting & WordPress & Complicated Relationship</p> <p>Hosting & WordPress & Complicated Relationship</p> <p>WordPress hosting complicated relationship. Discover why choosing the right host matters and how to fix common WordPress hosting issues today.</p> <p>With Special Guest David Snead, Director, Co-Founder of Secure Hosting Alliance; i2Coalition | Internet Infrastructure Coalition</p> <p><br />https://i2coalition.com/</p> <p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsnead/</p> <p><br />.<br />#1 - David, can you provide us with some detailed information about the Internet Infrastructure Coalition?</p> <p><br />#2 - What are some of the biggest trends you...
With the Cost?
<p>Don and Tom revisit the eternal temptation to beat the market, dismantling the appeal of equal-weight indexes and active management claims by highlighting implementation costs, tax drag, and decades of underperformance data. They explain why diversification isn’t about bragging rights but smoother returns and disciplined risk management. Callers tackle portfolio rebalancing for a multimillion-dollar account (with a strong case made for elegant simplicity), sibling stock-picking rivalries, and small-business 401(k) options</p> <p>0:04 Beating the market. Four decades of “sure things” that weren’t.</p> <p>2:44 Equal-weight vs. cap-weight. Smart idea… until costs show up.</p> <p>4:58 Why diversify beyond the...
Build With ICF Podcast Episode 57 - Mike Cleary Quantum Panels: The Next Big Leap in ICF Construction
<p>Hosts Trevor and Heather Brown welcome Michael Cleary — an ICF panelization pioneer — to discuss his path from hotel developer to innovator and the new Quantum large-format ICF panels. Michael explains how 8×8 and 8×12 one-piece panels with a unique hub system, horizontal and vertical furring, and snap-in attachments simplify installation, add R-value, and enable faster panelized construction.</p> <p>The episode covers real-world experience (multi-story hotel builds and NYC panelization), manufacturing breakthroughs that cut costs and shipping complexity, and how Quantum panels aim to speed projects, reduce labor, and open new options for exterior attachments and mechanical integration.</p> <p>Reach out to...
What To Systemize First?
<p>Dave's agency is humming along, but everything — how he prices, how he delivers, how he handles problems — lives entirely in his head. It's worked so far, but he can feel it starting to strain. So he's asking the question every growing agency owner eventually faces: if I had to pick just one or two things to systemize first, what would they be? Preston, Sabrina, and Jesse P. Gilmore from Niche in Control dig into exactly that — walking through a practical, priority-ordered approach to getting out of your own head without turning your business into a corporate machine.</p> <p><br></p...
Pay-Per-Click Advertising: Andy Janaitis Turns Wasted Budget into Predictable Growth | Ep. 191
<p>Episode 191 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D)</p><p>Pay-Per-Click Advertising shouldn’t feel like gambling—Andy Janaitis reveals how to turn wasted ad spend into predictable, scalable growth.</p><p>Pay-Per-Click Advertising doesn’t fail because of the platform—it fails because of poor alignment, weak data, and reactive strategy. In Episode 191, Andy Janaitis shows how to transform wasted ad spend into predictable growth.</p><p>Many small businesses treat Google Ads and Meta campaigns like experiments instead of engineered systems. They chase clicks, obsess over surface-level ROAS, and end up frustrated by inconsistent results. The real breakthrough comes when paid ads...
How Long Should a Pastor Pray Each Day?
Is the strength of our prayer life really measured in minutes? And what if shorter, consistent rhythms of prayer throughout the day lead to a more sustainable, joyful connection with God? In this episode, Josh and Sam explore how pastors and church leaders can cultivate a meaningful prayer life without tying their spiritual health to a stopwatch.
Build With ICF Podcast Episode 60 - World of Concrete 2026 Preview
<p>Two ICF experts with decades of experience—Trevor Brown and Heather Hering-Brown—share quick, practical tips for getting the most out of World of Concrete. From using the show app and planning booth visits to making supplier connections, what to expect, and must-see events like the ICF Builder Awards.</p> <p>Download the app, bring comfortable shoes, and plan your show to touch blocks, meet reps, and discover new products. See you at North Hall!</p>
Podcast Guesting Strategy: How Mark Hayward Turns Interviews into Revenue | Ep. 188
<p>Episode 188 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D)</p><p>Podcast Guesting isn’t about exposure—it’s about intention, and Mark Hayward reveals how strategic conversations turn visibility into revenue-generating superfans.</p><p>Podcast guesting strategy takes center stage in Episode 188 as Mark Hayward reveals how intentional interviews become powerful business growth engines. In this high-energy conversation, Mark shares how entrepreneurs can turn podcast appearances into lead generation, authority building, and superfan creation.</p><p>Too many service-based business owners chase visibility without a game plan. They land interviews… then let the opportunity fade. No follow-up. No repurposing. No strategy.</p><p>Mark b...
The Silent Exodus of Senior Adults (What's Happening in Churches?)
In this episode, Thom and Sam shine a light on a trend few church leaders see: the silent exodus of senior adults. While much attention is given to reaching Millennials and Gen Z, an equally significant group is slowly drifting away: older adults who once formed the backbone of many congregations. Their departure isn’t loud or dramatic. It’s subtle: an empty pew, a missing volunteer, a longtime member who quietly stops attending.
#997- WP-Tonic Show: The Biggest Challenges & Opportunities For WordPress in 2026
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How to Sell High-Ticket Services
<p>Maya has a clear goal: charge more. She's doing solid work, she's got clients, but she knows she's leaving money on the table—she just doesn't know how to structure a premium offering that actually feels worth the price tag. Preston and Austin dig into the real psychology behind high-ticket packages, from learning to charge for your thinking (not just your deliverables) to using the "magic wand" question to uncover what clients will actually pay a premium for. If you've been wondering how to move upmarket, this episode is the practical push you need.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Su...
It's One Portfolio
<p>This episode focuses on smart portfolio construction across multiple accounts, using AVGV to complement limited 401(k) options, and why allocation should be viewed holistically. A caller debates stretching into a later target-date fund, prompting a discussion about risk versus actual retirement need. Crypto is challenged as speculation rather than investment. Dividend strategies and bond placement inside Roth IRAs are examined. A muni bond question reinforces the value of patience. The show closes with a humorous but pointed critique of the UFO ETF and broader thematic fund hype.</p> <p>0:04 AVGE vs. AVGV — why adding global value can offset a 401(k...
How to Run Circles Around Your Competition
<p >Are you constantly running on the edge of burnout, feeling like you have to reinvent your business every single quarter just to keep making sales? Do you secretly wonder why business feels so frantic, or why you're still working 20 hours a day just to keep your momentum? My friends, you might be stuck in the most dangerous phase of entrepreneurship: First Gear! </p> <p >Today, I share the crucial mindset shifts and systems that allowed my team and me to execute our biggest event ever while working only four to six hours a day and experiencing zero drama. I...
Sally Balch Hurme: Getting Your Affairs in Order as You Get Older
<p>Our guest on the podcast today is Sally Balch Hurme. Sally is the author of Checklist for My Family: A Guide to My History, Financial Plans and Final Wishes, as well as several other books. She worked at AARP for 23 years and has written more than 20 law review articles on topics related to elder law. She has also served on the boards of the National Guardianship Association and the Center for Guardianship Certification, where she helped develop standards for guardians and reform guardianship policies and procedures. Before moving to AARP, she was a partner in a private law firm...
How to Transform Your Business Into a Mean, Lean Profitable Machine
<p >Most entrepreneurs are obsessed with the wrong number and chasing "Total Revenue" like it's the ultimate trophy, but I'm going to tell you something that might hurt a little: Revenue is a vanity metric. </p> <p >The truth is if you're making a million dollars but it costs you $950,000 to get it, you don't have a business, you have a high-stress hobby! </p> <p >In this episode, we walk you through the exact framework we use to keep our operations tight and our margins high, including the one number that actually grants you freedom (and no, it's not your...
Retiremeet 2026 Part One
<p>Broadcast live from RetireMeet in Bellevue, Don announces that after nearly four decades of Saturday radio shows, Talking Real Money will end its live radio run on March 28 and continue exclusively as a podcast. The episode features conversations with Joe Saul-Sehy of Stacking Benjamins and Morningstar’s Christine Benz about how people should approach retirement. The central theme is flipping the traditional process: design the life first and the money second. Guests emphasize “play-testing” retirement activities before leaving work, gradually transitioning into retirement rather than stopping abruptly, maintaining strong social connections, and keeping purposeful work or learning in later life...
Virtual Assistant Services: Joanna Zhang’s Sustainable Scaling Blueprint | Ep. 189
<p>Episode 189 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D)</p><p>Virtual assistant services aren’t just about delegation—they’re the championship strategy for scaling sustainably, building empowered teams, and turning operations into a growth engine.</p><p>Virtual assistant services take center stage in Episode 189 as Joanna Zhang, Founder of The Operations Genius, reveals how to scale sustainably without burning out.</p><p>Many entrepreneurs hit a growth ceiling because they try to do everything themselves. The bottleneck isn’t strategy—it’s execution overload. Leaders know they should delegate, but fear losing control, quality, or momentum.</p><p>Joanna breaks down how fra...
BBD Live Keynote Speaker Series: How to Create More Wealth in Your Life with Mel Abraham
<p>Is your cash machine leaking? Are you just focused on making money, only to watch it disappear? Today we're continuing the BBD Live Keynote Speaker Series, where we've been bringing back some of our most impactful past episodes. This one with my good friend Mel Abraham is all about the crucial money conversation you just may be ignoring (but can't afford to!) and is not only essential listening, but something so important that you need to listen again even if you heard it the first time. </p> <p >In this episode, Mel reveals what you need to know to...
Jim O’Shaughnessy: Investing Lessons From a Lifelong Learner
<p>Our guest on the podcast today is Jim O’Shaughnessy. Jim founded O’Shaughnessy Asset Management, a quantitative investment management firm in 1993. Franklin Templeton acquired the firm in 2021. Jim is also an author of several books, including Invest Like the Best and What Works on Wall Street. His latest book, Two Thoughts: A Timeless Collection of Infinite Wisdom, is a compilation of quotations from famous artists, writers and thinkers. Jim also hosts his own podcast called Infinite Loops. In addition, Jim is the founder and CEO of O’Shaughnessy Ventures, which provides financial backing and other support to individuals and pr...
Does Your HECS debt Really Matter? How to Set Money Boundaries at Work
<p >You know that moment where you see your HECS balance, and immediately reconsider every life choice you made at 18? This week we’re unpacking that HECS regret spiral. We chat through what banks actually care about (and what they don’t), whether HECS is really the villain in your home ownership story, and when paying extra off it is a smart move versus just an anxiety-driven one. Then we slide into a workplace dilemma that starts off generous and slowly gets… uncomfortable. It opens up a much bigger conversation about money boundaries, being the “nice” one, and how easily financial h...
