Episode 532 – The Leadership Paradox
This episode of The 7 Minute Leadership Podcast explores the contradictions leaders face, from balancing confidence with humility to controlling outcomes while empowering teams. Learn how managing paradoxes is the key to mastering leadership.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1Pf<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Survival Guide: h...
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173 The Unlock Moment Box of Keys #32: If Not Now, When? The Cost Of Waiting For The ‘Right’ Time
<p>We tell ourselves there’s always time ... time to start the dream project, make the change, take the leap. But when life throws us a wake-up call, we realise how fragile that assumption is.</p><p> </p><p>In this Box of Keys episode, I reflect on the moving story of Hayley Thomas, who, after her husband’s cancer diagnosis at 40, chose to stop waiting for the “right” moment and launch their fashion business, Eleven Loves, right in the middle of his treatment.</p><p> </p><p>Their courage is a reminder that the best time to begin isn’t someday...
Hype, bubbles and AGI, Karpathy on Dwarkesh, Claude Code is a revolution and MCP fixing humanities problems
<p>"chat to your mouth Claude and grow a new tooth"<br>"I think I would have like a huge ego now for sure"<br>"have you seen the blimp"</p><p><br>Takeaways</p><p>All of these people in this industry have suddenly become important at work.<br>Their work suddenly became important to a lot of the world.<br>If I had worked at Anthropic five years ago, I would have a huge ego now.<br>The growth in the AI industry feels unevenly distributed.<br>The current time feels strange due to the rapid changes in...
TIP765: What the World’s Great Philosophers Can Still Teach Us About Wealth and Wisdom w/ Kyle Grieve
<p>On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve discusses how timeless philosophical ideas can deepen our understanding of investing and life. He explores lessons from thinkers such as Spinoza, Nietzsche, Hume, and Pascal to reveal how concepts like persistence, skepticism, and luck shape decision-making. Kyle also connects these ideas to modern investing by drawing on insights from Buffett, Voltaire, and Bruce Lee, showing how adaptability, emotional control, and inner reflection lead to better outcomes. </p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:18 - How Spinoza’s idea of eternity can guide timeless investing decisions 00:05:36 - The power of per...
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Trump's $82M Bond Shopping Spree | Gen Z's War on Cash | India's Russia Bet | Manipal vs upGrad: The Byju's Bidding War |
<p>Happy Monday! Welcome to Top of The Morning, I'm Nelson John.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Today: Byju's gets carved up in bankruptcy court, India ditches cash for UPI, Trump's investment conflicts deepen, American voters inadvertently save Indian exporters, and India plays both superpowers while maintaining strategic autonomy.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
Episode 525 – The Dark Truth about Leadership
In this jaw-dropping episode of The 7 Minute Leadership Podcast, Paul Falavolito reveals the hidden, unspoken truths about leadership that even top leaders don’t know. From losing relationships to being a constant target, this episode uncovers the side of leadership no one dares to talk about.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Lea...
“Buy AOC, Harris Is DONE!” - Scott Jennings EXPOSES Chaos Inside Democrat's 2028 Presidential Picks
Trump DEFENDS H-1B Visas | Pakistan's Constitutional Coup | Groww's Billion-Dollar Debut
<p>Good Morning, I'm Nelson John </p> <p>New episode explores five interconnected stories reshaping global business: from H-1B policy reversals to Pakistan's governance transformation to India's infrastructure revolution. The boundaries between tech and traditional industry are dissolving faster than ever.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
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Crypto convos: Why crypto? Why now?
<p>Crypto is a real conversation starter—so let’s talk about it. </p> <p>In our first Crypto Conversation, Sharesies co-CEO Leighton Roberts spills why Sharesies is getting into the crypto game. Why now? How have investors responded? What makes Sharesies Crypto different from what’s already in market?<br><br>For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch<br><br>Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the ti...
Canola Trinity Cajun Alfredo Explosion — Sausage, Chicken, and Pasta in a Creamy Italian-Cajun Fusion
<p>This Cajun-Italian fusion pasta erupts with flavor: smoked sausage, juicy chicken thighs, the holy trinity of Cajun cooking, and a creamy cheesy Alfredo sauce brought together with smooth Canola oil for high-heat searing. Bold, comforting, and ultra viral — the kind of dish that tastes like a Southern jazz concert inside a pasta bowl.</p><p>Deals, sponsors & everything in one place: https://mydeals.page/1j5f</p><p>Epic Meals Playlist → https://rumble.com/playlists/KFLuRdewqLM</p><p>Viral Desserts Playlist → https://rumble.com/playlists/Zsw5w7y6raU</p><p>Collabs & partnerships → FlavorVilleBrands@gmail.com</p><p>FlavorVille Food Dis...
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Ricotta Tempura Jalapeño Bombs With Corn Purée | FlavorVille Viral Explosion
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175 The Unlock Moment Box of Keys #33: Why Your Biggest Failure Might Be Your Best Move
<p>We all carry an inner fear of failure ... of getting it wrong, falling short, or not becoming who we thought we should be. But what if the moments you label as “failure” are actually the turning points that reveal who you truly are?</p><p> </p><p>In this Box of Keys episode, I explore the quiet power of failure - not as the opposite of success, but as the path that shapes it. I share the story of Retail Trust CEO Chris Brook-Carter, who experienced a career-shaking setback that ultimately transformed his leadership. And I reflect on my own m...
136. Why treating suppliers as vendors is slowing your growth (and how to fix it)
<p>Are your suppliers helping you grow or just filling orders?</p><p>If you're treating vendors like fixed-line costs instead of future-shaping partners, you're holding back growth, agility, and margin.</p><p>In this episode, you’ll discover:</p>How to assess your current supplier relationships across 12 critical partnership elementsThe 3 maturity levels—Baseline, Growth, and Strategic—and what shifts each one unlocksPractical moves to transform a vendor into a co-invested growth partner<br/><p>Want to build partnerships that scale your business—not just service it?</p><p>Listen now and get the “From Vendor to Partner” framework here.</p><p>Thanks...
Old Glory Patriot Smash Tacos vs. Pins & Aces Golf-Club Cheesesteak Roll | FlavorVille Viral Food War”
<p>👉 All Discounts & Sponsors in One Place:</p><p>https://mydeals.page/1j5f</p><p></p><p>🔥 Old Glory — Official NFL, Music & Movie Merch</p><p>Shop here with auto-applied savings:</p><p>https://oldglory.com/discount/FLAVORVILLESHOW</p><p></p><p>⛳ Pins & Aces — Premium Golf Gear (21% Off)</p><p>Use code: FLAVORVILLESHOW</p><p>https://pinsandaces.com</p><p></p><p>Tonight’s FlavorVille Food War is pure chaos:</p><p>Patriot Smash Tacos loaded with brisket, roasted peppers, and a molten cheese crust…</p><p>VS</p><p>Golf-Club Cheesesteak Mega Roll stuffed with ribeye, mushrooms, and charred onions w...
139. How I deliver value to you is changing (starting today)
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130. Why a growth mindset isn’t enough in high-stakes deals
<p>What if the key to game-changing partnerships isn’t strategy but emotional mastery?</p><p>Too many founders enter negotiations armed with data and ambition but unprepared for emotional dynamics that make or break deals.</p><p>In this episode you’ll learn:</p>A practical system (FAST) to anticipate emotional landmines in dealsHow to reframe “practice” as the most underused leadership advantageA high-integrity method for negotiating with power—even if you’re the smaller player<br/><p>If “growth mindset” is more than a buzzword for you, this episode will change how you partner for growth.</p><p>🎧 Listen now to disco...
1 Corinthians 11:17-34 / / The Meal That Can Kill
<p>Pastor Cody - wk7</p><p>Keeping Up With The Corinthians / / SEASON 1: Correcting The Chaos </p><p>" 17 But in the following instructions I do not commend you, because when you come together it is not for the better but for the worse. 18 For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you. And I believe it in part,[a] 19 for there must be factions among you in order that those who are genuine among you may be recognized. 20 When you come together, it is not the Lord's supper that...
Camo-Crisp Honey Pepper Chicken Bites | Hidden Heat, Loud Flavor
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₹14,599 CRORE FRAUD | Steel War Tricks | Biscoff vs Parle-G
<p>Welcome to Top Of The Morning, I'm your host Nelson John.</p> <p><br></p> <p>In today's Top of the Morning, we dissect five major developments that illuminate the complexities of Asian economic transformation. We begin with India's latest anti-dumping duties on Vietnamese steel products, exploring how importers are already circumventing the $121.50/tonne levy by importing semi-finished products instead – highlighting the cat-and-mouse game between policymakers and market players.</p> <p>The arrest of Jaypee Infratech's former MD Manoj Gaur by the Enforcement Directorate brings into sharp focus the governance challenges in India's real estate sector, with ₹14,599 crore allegedly dive...
Bite: Gold. Still a safe haven?
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OUR POSTURE / / wk3
<p>Pastor Johann </p><p>WEEK 3 | OUR POSTURE</p><p>We welcome anybody, but we're not for everybody. We welcome anybody, but we won’t water down truth for anybody.</p><p>Grace + truth → Biblical manhood & womanhood → Family discipleship.</p><p>6.3.3 | #3 - ANYBODY, NOT EVERYBODY This is a place where anybody is welcome—but we understand it may not be for everybody. You might come to rest and realize our culture, methods, or style aren’t a fit—and that’s okay. We believe the local church is God’s Plan A for reaching the world, so if rest isn’t your church, we’...
OUR FOCUS / / wk2
<p>Pastor AB</p><p>WEEK 2 | OUR FOCUS</p><p>What we believe shapes who we become.</p><p>Gospel clarity → Doctrinal anchors w/out arrogance → missional unity</p><p>6.3.2 | #2 - THE MAIN THING, IS TO KEEP THE MAIN THING, THE MAIN THING Our heartbeat at rest is simple: The main thing, is to keep the main thing, the main thing—and that’s Jesus! We major on the majors and minor on the minors when it comes to theology and doctrine. On essential and convictional doctrine, we take a closed-hand approach. On conscience doctrine, we hold an open hand—marked by...
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131. Most Replayed Moment: Why referral marketing fails unless you do this
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133. How to hire freelancers for growth (and avoid 15 fatal mistakes)
<p>Struggling to turn freelancer hires into real growth outcomes?</p>Learn how to craft a brief and milestone system that aligns external talent with your growth agenda.Discover how to vet freelancers like you vet partners—beyond cost and platform badge.Get the framework to manage freelancer engagements as high‑velocity experiments, so you scale faster and smarter. <br/><p>Ready to turn your freelancer hires into growth allies? Listen now.</p><p>This episode is sponsored by Fiverr.</p><p>Get 10% off your first order (Use code PHILHSC10 at checkout)</p><p>Read: 15 Mistakes To Avoid When Hiring Onlin...
Crypto convos: Taming the wild west of crypto with Kraken co-CEO
<p>Hear from crypto veteran Dave Ripley, co-CEO of global crypto exchange Kraken, about the security of digital assets. Kraken is one of the world’s leading crypto platforms, and service provider to Sharesies Crypto.</p> <p>For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch<br><br>Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you...
“Trump's The Alpha Dog In Every Room” - The UNTOLD Story Of Lee Zeldin’s Late-Night Call With Trump
In Person!!! Topic of Agent Payments, Friendly Acquisitions, GPT-5, Endless Model Name and Many Free Ideas
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177 James D. White and Krista White: How to Build Culture by Design, Not by Default
<p>In a time when companies talk about culture but struggle to live it, one truth stands out: culture doesn’t happen by accident … it happens by design.</p><p> </p><p>Father and daughter James and Krista White have spent their careers on opposite ends of the leadership spectrum - James in the boardrooms of Fortune 500 companies, Krista in the world of purpose-driven strategy and social impact. Together, they’ve written Culture by Design, a blueprint for building organisations that are high-performing, human and intentional.</p><p> </p><p>We talk about leading across generations, the role of empathy as a tru...
174 Navid Nazemian: The Executive Transitions Expert Who Transformed Himself
<p>For years, Navid Nazemian was the one guiding leaders through big changes ... C-suite appointments, career pivots, and organisational upheaval. As an executive in global HR and the author of Mastering Executive Transitions, he built a reputation for helping others navigate uncertainty with clarity.</p><p> </p><p>But then, life brought a transition of his own.</p><p> </p><p>In this powerful episode, Navid opens up about the personal and professional reckoning that led him to walk away from a high-flying corporate career and step into the unknown. He shares what it really takes to leave behind an id...
American Flame Crunch Ribs — The Patriotic Plate the Internet Can’t Stop Watching 🇺🇸🔥
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Episode 531 – “Finding Your Brand Voice Without the Big Price Tag”
In this episode, Paul explains how leaders can discover and define their authentic brand voice using simple, actionable steps — no expensive branding agency required. Learn how to build consistency, trust, and influence through your communication style.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1Pf<br />The 7 Minute Le...
137. The hidden cost of partnership meetings (and how this AI can pay it back)
<p>What if the way you run meetings is quietly capping your global growth?</p><p>In this episode, discover how Rumi.ai founder Ramsey Pryor is rewriting the go-to-market playbook through partnerships and AI-driven meeting memory. You’ll learn:</p>Why “brand doesn’t travel” — and what founders can do before launching abroad.How to turn meeting chaos into a recall system that powers decision-making.The true meaning of partnership as a force multiplier for growth.<br/><p>🎧 Tune in to learn how partnership and growth come alive when context, culture, and technology align.</p><p>New episodes Monday, Wednesday and...
Episode 529 - The Lie We're Buying Every Day
This episode breaks down the real secret behind successful morning routines and shows why your first hour of the day determines everything. You will learn how to protect your personal development time and start each day in control rather than in reaction.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit...
Crossroads for Mānuka honey company Comvita
<p>We sit down with Comvita Chair Bridget Coates to talk about the critical vote shareholders are facing on a 80-cent-per-share takeover offer. With a 75% majority vote required and two major shareholders already backing the deal, this is a pivotal moment for Comvita and its investors.</p> <p>The iconic mānuka honey company and global market leader has faced significant financial pressure in recent years due to industry oversupply, price and demand volatility, and balance sheet challenges. Despite restructuring efforts, the Board of Comvita is now recommending shareholders accept the offer from private health and wellness bidder Florenz. </p> <p>W...
The Chocolate Silk Ripple Cookie Storm – A FlavorVille Candy Fusion Eruption
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OUR CALLING / / wk4
<p>Pastor AB</p><p>WEEK 4 | OUR CALLING</p><p>If you’re saved, serving isn’t optional, it’s identity.</p><p>Volunteerism as worship → Ownership culture → Equipping saints.</p><p>6.3.5 | #5 - SAVED PEOPLE SERVE PEOPLE If you’re a follower of Jesus, serving others isn’t optional—it’s a byproduct of growing in Him. Every believer should find ways to serve in their church, their city, their country, and the world. We’re most like Jesus when we serve, because He came not to be served, but to serve. (Mark 10:45, Ruth 1-2, John 13)</p><p>#therestisyettocome #wearerest #sermonseries</p><p>F...
TODAY’S VIRAL HEALTH & WELLNESS TOPICS — NEW & HIGH-IMPACT
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Dessert War Eruption: Cookie Lava Bomb vs. Chocolate Candy Slab Smash
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China's Rare Earth Olive Branch | Ather vs Ola | Cognizant Productivity Tracking
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Railways' Biggest Budget Ever | Russia's Boldest Defense Move Yet | Android Had This in 2023. iPhone Gets It Now |
<p>Welcome to Top Of The Morning, I'm Nelson John.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Today's Top of the Morning: WhatsApp finally brings multi-account to iPhone (2 years late), Russia offers India unrestricted Su-57 tech transfer, Indian Railways heads for record ₹2.76T budget, and half of young American men are gambling. Four stories about big bets.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
BTC254: Bitcoin & Macro Overview w/ Luke Gromen Q4 2025 (Bitcoin Podcast)
<p>Luke and Preston delve into America's financial fragility, exploring Treasury funding risks, shifting global power dynamics, and Fed policy challenges.</p> <p>They discuss the rising relevance of Bitcoin and gold amid liquidity constraints, and how economic missteps, tech sector bottlenecks, and geopolitical shifts may shape the future.</p> <p><br></p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro</p> <p>00:01:37 - Why the U.S. faces a multi-pronged "poly crisis" despite strong tax receipts</p> <p>00:02:20 - How short-term debt issuance is straining financial system liquidity</p> <p>00:04:02 - Why Japan’s bond and curr...
Massive Trail Marathons, Got Parekh'd, Context Engineering Strikes Back, Armin Ronacher Shares Tips and .env Suckkksss
<p>"Bullish on claude code"</p><p>"I found Soham in our ATS"</p><p>"these things have been like RLHF to fuck"</p><p>Vibe Tunnel - https://vibetunnel.sh/</p><p>Armin Ronacher on Simon Willison’s blog - https://simonwillison.net/tags/armin-ronacher/</p><p>Amp by Sourcegraph - https://ampcode.com/</p>Matt is finalizing his event for AI Demo Days.Juliette completed a challenging marathon with significant elevation.The tech news cycle is currently nuanced and interesting.Soham's job application saga has sparked widespread discussion.Roenacher's insights on Claude Code are valuable for developers.Git wo...
India's New Smart Passports | Sheikh Hasina Extradition | Russia Wants to Build Ships in Mumbai & Chennai
<p>Welcome to Top Of The Morning, I'm Nelson John.</p> <p><br></p> <p>India launches biometric e-passports, faces pressure to extradite Bangladesh's ex-PM, debates a billionaire's 72-hour workweek proposal, explores Russian shipbuilding partnerships, and gets Google AI localized. Five stories revealing how India's rebuilding infrastructure—both physical and digital—for global competition.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
Episode 528 - "The First Domino: Where Today's Problem Started"
This episode teaches leaders how to identify the real starting point of workplace problems so they can prevent major issues long before they happen. You will learn a simple but powerful way to trace every outcome back to its original cause.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4...
138. Most Replayed Moment: How to build growth partnerships without getting burned
<p>What if your next big growth opportunity is a new relationship?</p><p>Too many founders chase transactions and miss out on the power of long-term partnerships. In this episode, Scott Kelly, investor and media collaborator, reveals how he vets founders, why “trust but verify” matters, and the subtle language that separates good deals from bad ones.</p><p>You’ll walk away with:</p>A simple heuristic for evaluating partnerships before the contractA mindset shift that turns cold outreach into recurring opportunityReal stories of how long-game collaboration drives business growth<br/><p>Listen now to level-up your partnership strate...
Will open banking kickstart financial disruption?
<p>Could open banking finally create real competition for money services—beyond the banks? We’re talking to Ben Lynch, who left Xero to found Akahu, the open finance intermediary pushing to change the balance of power between banks, their customers, and their competitors. </p> <p>This episode explores how open banking aims to democratize your financial data, letting fintech businesses innovate and become a “bank without being a bank”.</p> <p>Hear about Ben’s battle to bring the new Consumer Data Right into law, giving individuals more meaningful ownership of their personal information—the foundation of open banking. We discuss ho...
Remote Environments, Guardrails and Enterprises Adopting AI with Matt Boyle, Interview Questions and Spicy Takes on Amp Free
<p>"a brief history of a very specific building in London."</p><p>"there's a lot of room to optimize your code base for an agent."</p><p>"70 % of our code is written by an agent."</p><p>"The place I see where humans are still add tons of value…."</p><p>"spending 10, 15 minutes on a prompt is not unusual."</p><p>"I’m not sure I wanna wear a muzzle"</p><p><br>Takeaways</p><p>Matt recently joined Ona, previously known as Gitpod, and is excited about the developments there.<br>The transition from Gitpod to Ona reflects a br...
The Camouflage Crunch Melt — Hidden Layers of Heat & Cheese
<p></p><p>MyDeals.Page/1j5f</p><p>Epic Meals Playlist → https://rumble.com/playlists/KFLuRdewqLM</p><p></p><p>Get ready for today’s viral eruption — The Camouflage Crunch Melt. Inspired by QuickCamo’s stealth-mode gear, this recipe hides layers of cheese, jalapeño fire, and tortilla crunch so every bite hits you out of nowhere. A secret-layer melt that looks innocent… until it attacks your tastebuds. Perfect for anyone who loves flavor ambushes.</p>
TIP771: Money Masters Of Our Time w/ Kyle Grieve
<p>On today’s episode, Kyle Grieve discusses significant takeaways from the book Money Masters Of Our Time. </p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:58 - Warren Buffett's emphasis on "controlled greed" and "fascination with your craft" and why it's necessary to survive in the market for a lifetime 00:11:14 - How to identify and take advantage of stocks nobody else wants 00:17:48 - Why more research time should be spent finding the truth of things rather than confirming what you already believe to be true 00:24:46 - A simple framework for identifying and holding businesses that compound capi...
Uncut with Danilo Leal, Design Engineer at Zed, Prototyping in React and Built in Rust, Designing for an AI Assisted UX
<p>TDLR: 10 episodes in and we are going full uncut conversation with Danilo Leal. One of the magician Design Engineers working on the Zed code editor. </p><p>“I'll be making a jingle”</p><p>“We prototype everything in React before Rust”</p><p><br></p>Danilo Leal represents a new breed of designer and engineer.The role of design is becoming more approachable with technology.AI is changing the landscape of coding and design.Prototyping in React allows for rapid iteration and testing.Debugging in Zed involves traditional methods and new tools.Collaboration is key in modern development environments.The futur...
Sunil Pai, Agents SDK at Cloudflare, Becoming Accidentally Important at Work, React Core Team, Durable Objects EXPLAINED and Future of Computing
<p>“UI is so over”</p><p>“If all humans were perfect robots”</p><p>"I just got stoned and did open source."</p><p>"I rewrote their entire CLI."</p><p>Sunil Pai's Backstory and Career Journey from India to London</p><p>The Evolution of React and Sunil's Contributions</p><p>Transition to Cloudflare and the Concept of Durable Objects</p><p>Building PartyKit and Its Impact</p><p>The Role of AI Agents and Their Integration</p><p>Challenges and Opportunities in the Tech Landscape</p><p>Exploring Durable Objects in Cloudflare</p><p>Challenges of Real-Time Applicat...
Crypto convos: Beyond the crypto bros — Victoria Harris from The Curve
<p>Just a few years ago, crypto was too hot to handle for most people. Now, it’s being embraced by the financial establishment. Today, we talk to Victoria Harris from the Curve about rising crypto adoption and ditching the myth of the “crypto bro”.</p> <p>For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch<br><br>Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided...
170 Greg Orme: Discovering The Human Edge – The Secret To Staying Relevant When Everything Changes
<p>How do you stay human in a world that’s being redefined by technology? How do you keep your work creative, meaningful and alive ... when sameness and automation are all around us?</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, we explore how curiosity, creativity and agency can transform the way you show up - at work and in life. Greg Orme and I talk about the moments that light you up, why it’s so easy to get stuck on the “rails” of your career, and how to rediscover your human edge in the age of AI.</p><p> </p><p>Greg...
TIP769: How Home Depot’s Founders Built a $300 Billion Company from the Ground Up w/ Kyle Grieve
<p>Kyle Grieve discusses the incredible origin story of Home Depot and the visionary founders who built it from nothing. He explores how Bernie Marcus, Arthur Blank, and Ken Langone overcame countless setbacks to create a retail powerhouse. Kyle also shares timeless business lessons on leadership, culture, and competitive advantage that continue to define Home Depot’s success today. </p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:13 - The setbacks that sparked Home Depot’s creation after Bernie and Arthur were fired 00:09:35 - Why Ken Langone saw Bernie’s firing as a billion-dollar opportunity in disguise 00:12:15 - How a...
Defending against the threat of drones–Droneshield
<p>We're in Sydney with Oleg Vornik, CEO of DroneShield, makers of radio-frequency technology to detect and take down small, hostile drones across 50 countries. While defence demand is rising, airports, data centers, and infrastructure facilities are also looking for protection against small drones used for surveillance, cyber threats, and sabotage. </p> <p>Learn how DroneShield built the world's largest drone signal library, why simply shooting down drones isn’t viable, and why they’re moving to "micro AI" on tiny, self-learning devices. Hear about the “cat and mouse game” between counter-drone developers and drone manufacturers, constantly innovating to avoid detection. </p> <p>Plus...
1 Corinthians 14:1-41 / / When Church Gets Weird
<p>Pastor John - wk9 </p><p>Keeping Up With The Corinthians / / SEASON 1: Correcting The Chaos </p><p>1 Corinthians 14:1-41 ESV </p><p>FOLLOW US, AS WE FOLLOW JESUS: https://linktr.ee/restchurch.net HASHTAG IT Share rest on your social #therestisyettocome</p>
TIP768: Best Quality Stock Idea Q4 2025 w/ Clay Finck
<p>On today’s episode, Clay Finck breaks down his best quality stock idea for Q4 2025: Interactive Brokers. </p> <p>Interactive Brokers is a global online brokerage that gives investors access to markets around the world with industry-low costs in trading stocks, options, futures, currencies, and more. </p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:01 - Why Interactive Brokers could grow from 4 million to 20 million accounts over the next decade 00:14:48 - Thomas Peterffy’s story of building IBKR after immigrating from Hungary 00:18:32 - Why its automation-first culture creates a moat that competitors can’t easily match 00:32:38 - How IBK...
Episode 526 - "Excellence Is a Habit, Not a Moment"
In this episode, we break down Aristotle’s quote, “Excellence is not an act but a habit,” into three practical steps leaders can use to build consistent, lasting impact. Learn how your daily actions shape culture, trust, and results.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1Pf<br />T...
TIP767: Mastermind Discussion Q4 2025: Sanofi, Remitly & Crocs w/ Stig Brodersen, Tobias Carlisle, and Hari Ramachandra
<p>Stig Brodersen is joined by Tobias Carlisle & Hari Ramachandra for another round of stock pitches. They discuss Sanofi, Remitly, and Crocs. </p> <p><br></p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro</p> <p>00:01:54 - Why Hari is bullish on Sanofi’s strong vaccine and immunology pipeline (Ticker: NYSE: SNY)</p> <p>00:05:30 - The bear case for Sanofi, including patent cliffs</p> <p>00:19:26 - Why Stig is bullish on Remitly, highlighting operational leverage and a secular shift in digital payments and remittances (Ticker: NASDAQ: RELY)</p> <p>00:43:10 - The bear case for Remitly, including pursuing the...
Building Software With Thorsten Ball: Decoupling Code for Agents, Finding "Your Pain" and Germans Use the Winky Face
<p>"Elderly German Landlord.. she would use these winky face emojis"<br>"Memes in blogs feel cheap"<br>"Dude.... you didn't even run this"</p><p><br>Takeaways</p><p>The podcast jingle was created using AI technology.<br>Thorsten's journey into programming began in his teenage years.<br>He transitioned from music to software engineering after realizing his passion for coding.<br>The internet has significantly influenced Thorsten's life and career choices.<br>AI-generated content is becoming a cultural phenomenon in Germany.<br>Thorsten believes that some people can tolerate challenges better than others.<br>He emphasizes the importance...
176 David Homan: Orchestrating Connection in a World Built to Divide Us
<p>In a world that celebrates networking, collecting contacts and trading favours, we often overlook a more meaningful truth: real connection isn’t built through transactions … it’s built through generosity, trust and shared purpose.</p><p> </p><p>David Homan understands this deeply. A classical composer, CEO and author of Orchestrating Connection, he is known as a “connector of connectors”, bringing remarkable people together in ways that create genuine impact.</p><p> </p><p>We talk about the experience of feeling like an outsider, the courage it takes to show up with generosity when you’re not sure anything will come back...
Study Says AI Makes Developers Slower? F1 Movie Review, Coding and Testing for AI, Free Perplexity and Free Ideas
<p>News<br>The pod has twitter/x - https://x.com/badagentpod<br>Wil’s new brand - tritanclub.com</p><p><br>Links</p><p>Boris Tane post on Cloudflare DOs + Drizzle - https://boristane.com/blog/durable-objects-database-per-user/</p><p>Experience with Claude Code - https://sankalp.bearblog.dev/my-claude-code-experience-after-2-weeks-of-usage/</p><p>Focus on inputs not outputs: https://john-rush.com/posts/ai-20250701.html</p><p>Emmett Shear’s Tweet Thread on AI use and speed - https://x.com/eshear/status/1944867426635800865</p><p><br>TLDR</p>The experience level of developers affects their efficiency with AI tools.Prof...
Episode 523 – “Progress is Progress: Even When You’re Crawling”
This episode reminds leaders that slow progress still counts. Paul Falavolito shares how consistency, direction, and endurance matter more than speed in achieving real leadership success.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1Pf<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8y<br />...
Crypto convos: The risks (and tax) for Kiwi investors...
<p>We’re cutting through the red tape with Jeremy Muir, Chair of BlockchainNZ and one of NZ’s leading legal experts on crypto regulation. In our third convo Jeremy walks us through where NZ is at with crypto taxes, rules and regulation, and where we might be going.</p> <p><br>For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch<br><br>Shared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the...
1 Corinthians 7:1-7 + 17 / / Holy Habits + Bedroom Battles
<p>Pastor AB - wk6 </p><p>Keeping Up With The Corinthians / / SEASON 1: Correcting The Chaos </p><p>" 1 Now concerning the matters about which you wrote: “It is good for a man not to have sexual relations with a woman.” 2 But because of the temptation to sexual immorality, each man should have his own wife and each woman her own husband. 3 The husband should give to his wife her conjugal rights, and likewise the wife to her husband. 4 For the wife does not have authority over her own body, but the husband does. Likewise the husband does not have authority over...
Growth with Luke Harries from ElevenLabs, Building, Hiring and Automating the Best Horizontal AI Voice Platform, Backed by Research
<p>"It's always the best."</p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage<br>02:34 Luke's Journey to ElevenLabs<br>04:54 Growth Strategies and Hiring at ElevenLabs<br>06:58 Understanding Growth Teams<br>09:50 The Role of Product in Growth<br>12:33 Working Dynamics at ElevenLabs<br>15:15 Use Cases for ElevenLabs' Platforms<br>18:04 Voice Agents and Market Opportunities<br>20:59 Product-Led Growth Strategies<br>24:29 The Power of Product-Led Growth (PLG) in Customer Acquisition<br>26:19 Understanding On-Prem Solutions and Their Spectrum<br>28:05 Innovations in AI Deployment with AWS Bedrock<br>31:14 Navigating the Music Industry: Partnerships and Rights<br>34:54 The Horizontal Approach: Integrating Diverse Product Lines<...
"Desperate To Make This About Trump" - Epstein Files BACKFIRES As Democrats’ Links EXPOSED
TECH007: Longevity Roadmap w/ Seb Bunney (Tech Podcast)
<p>In this wide-ranging conversation, Preston and Seb unpack the biology of aging and the emerging science behind longevity. They take about epigenetics, sirtuins, Yamanaka factors, and how AI may accelerate regenerative medicine, offering a glimpse into the future of human health.</p> <p><br></p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro</p> <p>00:05:04 - Why Aging Might Be a Disease—and What That Changes Scientifically<br>00:07:05 - What Epigenetics Is and How It Affects Cellular Aging<br>00:24:37 - How Yamanaka Factors Can Reset Cells and Potentially Reverse Aging<br>00:35:43 - The Role of Fasting, Cold...
172 Sue Holly-Rodway: When the System Crashes - A Tech Leader’s Battle With Long COVID
<p>What happens when the energy that’s always defined you simply vanishes?</p><p> </p><p>For decades, Sue Holly-Rodway was a powerhouse … a dynamic senior leader in the tech world, an executive coach, and a woman known for her drive, passion and light. Then long COVID struck, and that light dimmed overnight. The fatigue was relentless. The smallest tasks became impossible. Life as she knew it collapsed into stillness.</p><p> </p><p>In this deeply moving conversation, Sue opens up about the physical and emotional unravelling that followed, and the long process of rediscovery that came next. We tal...
The Flaming Cajun Ricotta Fire-Bomb Jalapeños | FlavorVille Sponsor Eruption
<p>🔥 My Deals Link (All Sponsors — 20%, 21%, 15% OFF in one place):</p><p>👉 https://mydeals.page/1j5f</p><p></p><p>This episode features a wild, over-the-top Cajun Ricotta Fire-Bomb Jalapeño recipe — tempura-battered, deep-fried, stuffed with creamy ricotta, dipped in Cajun heat, and laid over a smooth sweet creamed-corn purée with a fresh lemon finish.</p><p></p><p>Brought to you by:</p><p></p><p>🔥 Old Glory — Official NFL, Music & Movie Merch</p><p>🔥 Pins & Aces — Premium Golf Apparel (21% Off)</p><p>🔥 Copper North Pillow — Wellness & Sleep Essentials</p><p></p><p>🍽 Epic Meals Playlist (Rumble):</p><p>https://rumble.com/playli...
135. How to re-build trust when a partnership breaks down
<p>Why do some partnerships crumble over small issues while others grow stronger from them?</p><p>In this episode you’ll learn:</p>The 4-step framework to repair any partnership issue without blame or confusionHow to prevent small missteps from derailing big opportunitiesWhy system fixes—not apologies—are your fastest path to partnership growth<br/><p>Listen now to turn a miss into momentum—and make your partnerships unbreakable.</p><p>Get the MISS Principle download here.</p><p>Thanks to Fiverr for sponsoring this episode! Use this link and the code PHILHSC10 to get 10% of your first order with Fiv...
178 Tim Lupinacci: Why Leadership Starts Long Before You Get the Title
<p>Some lessons in leadership come from success. Others come from failure ... and the courage to own it.</p><p> </p><p>For Tim Lupinacci, Chairman and CEO of Baker Donelson, one of America’s leading law firms, his Unlock Moment came early in his career - a late night in the office, a costly mistake, and a boss who unexpectedly saw potential instead of failure. That moment changed everything, sparking a lifelong mission to help others discover that leadership isn’t something you wait for … it’s something you choose.</p><p> </p><p>We talk about taking ownership, showing up...
Episode 524 - "Behind the Leadership 8 Ball"
This episode explores what it feels like to be behind the leadership 8 ball and gives practical strategies for getting out of reaction mode and back into control. Leaders learn how to reset, call their shot, and think multiple steps ahead.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1...
TIP770: Mastering the Markets w/ Andrew Brenton
<p>On today’s episode, Clay Finck is joined by Andrew Brenton to discuss the inefficiencies in the stock market as well as his investment thesis on Floor & Decor and Kinsale Capital. </p> <p>Andrew Brenton is the CEO and co-founder of Turtle Creek Asset Management. Since its inception in 1998, Turtle Creek has achieved an average annual return of 18.8% versus just 8.7% for the S&P 500. $10,000 invested in their fund at inception would have grown to over $1 million, and had that money been invested in the market, it would have been worth around $95,000. </p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p...
1 Corinthians 13:1-13 / / The Wedding Verse (That's NOT Really About Weddings)
<p>Pastor AB - wk8 </p><p>Keeping Up With The Corinthians / / SEASON 1: Correcting The Chaos</p><p>"1 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 And if I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing. 3 If I give away all I have, and if I deliver up my body to be burned,[a] but have not love, I gain nothing. 4 Love is...
Sub Agent or Super Agent, MCP UI Over Lunch, Bitter Lesson Learnings, Locking in on Prompts and Trying to Live in the Future
<p>TLDR</p>Matt caught whitebait for dinner during his outdoor adventures.Wing foiling is a new sport gaining popularity.Sub agents are necessary for exploring context windows in AI.A2A and MCP servers are the future of AI integration.AI-assisted code review can streamline the development process.Prompting techniques are evolving and require careful consideration.Living in the future means adapting to rapid technological changes.Time zones can create unexpected challenges in programming.The importance of personalized AI tooling is growing.Understanding the intricacies of AI models is crucial for effective use.<p><br>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Cactus...
India's Latin America Pivot | Bigger Banks Coming | India's Banking Consolidation Push |
<p>Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John</p> <p>Apple is paying Google around $1 billion annually for AI to power Siri's overhaul. Meanwhile, India is pushing for bigger banks, negotiating trade deals with Peru and Chile to diversify from the US market, and dealing with a trademark battle between IndiGo and Mahindra. The common thread? Scale, strategy, and survival in an increasingly competitive world.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
India's Infrastructure Revolution, Pollution Emergency & US Defense Partnership
<p>Welcome to Top of The Morning with me Nelson John.</p> <p>Today: NHAI raises ₹46,000 crore through highway InvITs attracting global investors, BIS overhauls cybersecurity and wind energy standards, ED attaches more RCom properties amid ₹40,000 crore fraud probe, Delhi's air pollution crisis kills 1.72 million Indians annually per Lancet study, and the US approves $93 million defense deal for Javelin missiles and Excalibur rounds.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
Small caps, big potential?
<p>We welcome back Michelle Lopez, Head of Australasian Equities and Portfolio Manager at Pie Funds—our go-to expert on small caps and big potential. Michelle shares how she sees caution among her peers despite market highs, and why she sees this market rally as “narrow”.</p> <p>Michelle covers the state of travel, retail, property, and the rise of DIY—and the sectors set to benefit as we move deeper into a national rate cutting cycle. How are Michelle’s team watching for clues to indicate that the data center boom is slowing? Hear about the three big factors propelling...
171 The Unlock Moment Box of Keys #31: No One Else Can Lead Like You ... Here’s Why
<p>Stepping into leadership can feel overwhelming ... especially when you’re looking around at how everyone else does it. But here’s the truth: no-one else leads like you, because no-one else is you.</p><p> </p><p>In this Box of Keys episode, I discuss why the best leaders don’t copy someone else’s style - they lean into their own strengths and lead in a way that feels authentic. Drawing on Gallup research and years of coaching experience, I share why self-awareness is the key to confident, effective leadership, and how to let go of comparison so you can i...
SoftBank's $5.8B Nvidia Exit for OpenAI | Adani's Multi-Billion Battery Storage Play | Trump Signals Major India Tariff Cuts |
<p>Welcome to Top of the Morning, I’m your host Nelson John</p> <p>This episode connects five seemingly disparate stories - SoftBank selling Nvidia for OpenAI, Trump cutting India tariffs from 50% to 15%, Adani building massive battery storage, Modi strengthening Bhutan ties, and India's pharma crackdown - to reveal how India is transitioning from rule-taker to rule-maker on the global stage.</p> <p><br></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>
“May I Meet You?” - Bill Ackman’s OLD-SCHOOL Advice On Modern Dating BREAKS The Internet
OUR FOUNDATION / / wk1
<p>Pastor Cody</p><p>WEEK 1 | OUR FOUNDATION</p><p>Jesus built, leads, and holds this house—we steward it together.</p><p>Jesus leads. We follow.</p><p>6.3.1 | #1 - JESUS IS OUR SENIOR PASTOR According to 1 Peter 5, Jesus is the Chief Shepherd of every Christian church. We interpret this as Him holding the title of Senior Pastor, Lead Pastor, and Head Elder. We don’t lead through rockstar or single-leader models; instead, we embrace a plurality of leadership that submits to Jesus as the active Head of His Church. He is not just our Founder—He still leads His people...
BTC253: Quantum Computing and Bitcoin w/ Charles Edwards (Bitcoin Podcast)
<p>Preston and Charles dive into the fundamentals of quantum computing, its transformative applications, and the looming threat it poses to Bitcoin encryption. </p> <p>They break down the distinction between physical and logical qubits, real-world use cases, and the exponential progress in the field. With timelines tightening, they call for urgent collaboration across the Bitcoin and cryptography communities to prepare for a post-quantum world.</p> <p><br></p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro</p> <p>00:02:30 - How quantum computing works, including superposition and entanglement 00:08:54 - The difference between physical and logical qubits—and why...
"The American Dream Was Replaced By Debt" - America’s ALARMING Paycheck-To-Paycheck Crisis EXPOSED
“Betrayed His Country For Money” - Fugees Star SENTENCED In ILLEGAL Obama Donations Scandal
America’s Skies on Pause | HAL–GE Aerospace Engine Deal | Google Maps Gets Smarter in India
<p>Welcome to Top of the Morning.. I’m Nelson John.</p> <p><br></p> <p>This week’s stories may look unrelated a US government shutdown, a pharma firm duped by an email typo, Google Maps getting an AI brain, SEBI’s digital gold warning, and a billion-dollar jet engine deal. But they all point to one thing: how fragile our systems really are.</p> <p>In the US, a 40-day shutdown is pushing air travel toward collapse. Air traffic controllers aren’t being paid, flights are being slashed, and political gridlock is grounding families ahead of Thanksgiving. Infrastructure, it turns...
TIP766: Intelligent Fanatics: How Great Business Leaders Win w/ Clay Finck
<p>In this episode, Clay explores the concept of Intelligent Fanatics. Intelligent Fanatics are visionary leaders who build enduring, high-performance businesses through culture, focus, and integrity. Drawing from Ian Cassel and Sean Iddings’ book Intelligent Fanatics, Clay highlights how exceptional leaders like Herb Kelleher, Les Schwab, and Chester Cadieux created companies that thrived for decades by empowering employees, thinking unconventionally, and maintaining a long-term focus. </p> <p>IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:</p> <p>00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:12 - What defines an Intelligent Fanatic and how they build lasting business moats 00:26:10 - The role of incentives in motivating teams and compounding perf...
Episode 530 – “Find Your Peak Energy Window”
This episode teaches leaders how to discover and use their personal peak energy window to maximize productivity, decision-making, and focus throughout the day.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1Pf<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8y<br />The Leader's Book...
OUR COMMUNITY / / wk5
<p>Pastor John </p><p>WEEK 5 | OUR COMMUNITY Real community requires truth, trust, and time. </p><p>Biblical conflict resolution → Kill gossip → Build restorative relationships. </p><p>6.3.6 | #6 - WE DO LIFE TOGETHER</p><p>The Church isn’t a building or a program—it’s people. At rest, we believe real community doesn’t happen by accident; it’s built through trust, time, and truth. To have community with others, you have to love them. To love someone, you have to build trust. And to build trust, you have to get to know them. Jesus loves the Church and gave His life for h...
1 Corinthians 15:35-49 + 58 / / The Dirt Won't Win
<p>Pastor Cody - wk10 FINALE </p><p>Keeping Up With The Corinthians / / SEASON 1: Correcting The Chaos </p><p>"35 But someone will ask, “How are the dead raised? With what kind of body do they come?” 36 You foolish person! What you sow does not come to life unless it dies. 37 And what you sow is not the body that is to be, but a bare kernel, perhaps of wheat or of some other grain. 38 But God gives it a body as he has chosen, and to each kind of seed its own body. 39 For not all flesh is the same, but...
132. How to Build Revenue-Driving Partnerships by Starting at the C-Suit
<p>What makes a partnership actually work?</p><p>Too many companies chase logos, launch press releases, and declare “partner-first”—only to find out later it didn’t move the needle. Adrienne Coburn shares how to build partnerships that fuel growth, not just optics.</p><p>In this episode, you’ll learn:</p>How to structure partnerships around mutual tension and trustWhy internal selling is ongoing, and how to do it wellThe step-by-step difference between performative and revenue-generating partner programs<br/><p>If you’re serious about using partnerships to drive real growth, this episode is your playbook.</p><p>🎧 Listen now to b...
Crypto Convos: Behind Sharesies Crypto (Your questions answered!)
<p>To wrap up the week, we’re taking questions from you! </p> <p>The team behind Sharesies Crypto answers audience queries on crypto’s role in a diversified portfolio, what features they’re working on, how assets are stored in Sharesies Crypto, and your tax responsibilities.<br><br>For more or to watch on YouTube—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunch</p> <p>Sharesies Crypto is offered by Sharesies Crypto Limited and is only available in NZ. Crypto is different to other types of investments and has different risks. Crypto is generally considered a high-risk investment, which means it carries po...
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Episode 527 – “Leadership Black File: The Secrets the Top 0.1% Use”
This episode reveals high-level leadership tactics the top 0.1% use, including the OODA loop, red teaming, the barbell strategy, and shadow boards. These tools are practical, rare, and proven to give leaders a lasting edge.<br /><br />Host: Paul Falavolito<br />Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree<br /><br />View my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.com<br /><br />Books by Paul Falavolito<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFG<br />The Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1Pf<br />The 7 Minute Leadership Survival...
134. How to Build a Leadership Platform That Attracts Growth-Driven Partners
<p>What if the key to partnership-driven growth isn't strategy—but curiosity?</p><p>Whether you're leading a team, selling under pressure, or building a movement, this episode with Ryan Hawk will flip your assumptions. From his journey through sports, sales, podcasting, and publishing, Ryan unpacks how commitment, standards, and relationships drive real results.</p><p>In this episode, you'll learn:</p>Why your curiosity is the most underused business advantageHow to lead former peers without losing trust—or momentumA simple mindset shift to attract high-quality partnerships<br/><p>Stop dabbling. Start building a life—and business—of lasting impact.</p><p> 🎧...
169 The Unlock Moment Box of Keys #30: Why Disagreement Could Be Your Team’s Superpower
<p>What if disagreement is exactly what your team needs?</p><p> </p><p>In this Box of Keys episode, I explore why pushing too hard for total agreement can actually hold your team back. When everyone feels pressured to nod along with the strategy, what you often get is hidden tension, quiet resentment, and a lack of true engagement.</p><p> </p><p>But disagreement isn’t a problem to eliminate ... it’s an opportunity to explore. When we create space for dissent and ask questions like “tell me more about why you disagree,” we uncover blind spots, surface fresh idea...
