Episode 350 - $75k In Revenue In 2 Weeks... Building A STR Empire!
<p>WEBINAR LINK:</p><p>https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89s</p><p>Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:</p><p>https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7</p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom</p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p><br></p><p>CONTACT US:</p><...
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2026 February 6
Would you put your money in a 100-year bond?
<p>Google’s parent, Alphabet, just issued a 100-year bond. So in today’s episode, we tell you why anyone would buy something they’ll never live to see paid back in full.</p>
Find Your Strength Within – Wellbeing, Resilience and Menopause at Work with Gael Simpson
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Gael Simpson, personal trainer, menopause movement coach and former senior education leader. After more than 20 years as a teacher, head teacher and local authority leader for health and wellbeing, Gael has completely redesigned her career around movement, resilience and workplace wellbeing.</p><p>Gael shares her journey from primary teaching to headship, then into a strategic quality improvement role where she led health and wellbeing, physical activity and mental health initiatives across Aberdeen schools – including introducing the Daily Mile and helping create the city’s Mental...
Episode 345 - The Real Reason Some Airbnb's Always Win...
<p>Successful Vodyssey Properties:</p><p>https://vodyssey.com/success-stories/</p><p>WEBINAR LINK:</p><p>https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89s</p><p>Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:</p><p>https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7</p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom</p><...
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Culture Pays – The 5 Ls of People-First Leadership with Margaret Brown
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined again by Margaret Brown, executive leadership coach, organisational development specialist and now author of Culture Pays – a book that has been 20 years in the making.</p><p>With over 35 years’ experience working across engineering, energy, IT, construction, professional services and global corporates, Margaret has seen first-hand how much leadership and culture impact performance, profit and people’s lives at work. She shares why she believes we’re facing a global leadership crisis, and how the way leaders show up – in businesses as well as in politics and i...
Building and Harnessing an Autonomous Open-Source AI Agent for Business With St Clair Newbern
<p>St Clair Newbern is the CEO of Live Energy Inc., a Colleyville, Texas-based energy broker that helps large commercial clients procure and manage their electricity and natural gas needs. Under his leadership, Live Energy has served businesses across the country for over 20 years, leveraging industry expertise and technology to optimize energy strategies for clients — he also boasts an extensive entrepreneurial background. In addition to his energy industry work, St Clair has recently launched an AI consultancy, diving deep into practical applications of autonomous AI agents and building innovative solutions for knowledge work.</p> <h2 >In this episode…</h2> <p >In a...
Financial Friday: Going from Rags to Riches Legally
<p><b>FF: Going from Rags to Riches Legally </b></p> <p>If you want to improve your financial position, there are legal ways to do that. While many people may try to get paid under the table and cheat the tax system, this can be a detriment when it comes to using leverage to buy assets. Today we talk about the sinking dollar, inflation, government expenditures, and assets. We also go over steps you can take to go from needing assistance to becoming financially free, including paying less in taxes legally. If you want to improve your financial position, you n...
Harnessing AI To Empower Blue Collar Entrepreneurs With Roland Ligtenberg
<p>Roland Ligtenberg is the Co-founder and SVP of Growth & Innovation at Housecall Pro, a leading vertical SaaS platform that empowers home service professionals to manage and grow their businesses more efficiently. Under Roland's leadership, Housecall Pro has scaled to serve over 100,000 home service professionals, powering tens of billions of dollars in gross merchandise volume, and pioneering the use of AI team members to streamline operations for its customers.</p> <h2 >In this episode…</h2> <p >What if the people keeping our homes running could grow their businesses without burning out on paperwork and missed calls? And what if AI wa...
#87 - Worldcoin & World ID Sam Altman’s AI-Driven Biometrics Vision for Privacy & UBI
Explore Sam Altman’s bold vision for Worldcoin and World ID, where AI and biometrics unify to create a privacy-first global identity system. This episode breaks down how WLD tokens incentivize participation, how iris-scan biometrics work without revealing personal identity, and why privacy and a Universal Basic Income (UBI) model are central to Altman’s strategy. We discuss the ethical debates, practical challenges, and potential for Worldcoin to redefine digital identity and economic inclusion in a rapidly evolving AI economy.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
Ep 532 Is Your Business Worth More Dead or Alive?
<p >We often think of a "successful exit" as handing over the keys to a perfectly oiled machine—a business that is growing, profitable, and operationally sound. </p> <p >But what happens when the machine starts to sputter? </p> <p >What if the margins are too thin, the operations are exhausting, and you are simply burned out? </p> <p >It is easy to assume that a broken business model means a worthless company. But as this week's guest on Built to Sell Radio proves, sometimes the individual parts are worth more than the whole. </p> <p >Meet Jason Patel. </p> <p >Jason...
#96 - MegaETH High-Performance Layer 2 for Ethereum Ultra Fast L2 Execution Explained
MegaETH is emerging as one of the most talked-about high-performance Layer 2 designs for Ethereum, aiming to push execution speed and throughput far beyond typical L2 limits. In this episode, we break down MegaETH’s architecture, how its execution model targets ultra-low latency, and why high-performance L2 infrastructure matters for next-generation onchain applications. We explore how MegaETH compares with other Ethereum Layer 2 networks, what performance benchmarks mean in practice, and which workloads benefit most from high-throughput execution. If Ethereum scaling is entering a performance arms race, MegaETH is a project you need to understand now.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated co...
Student Voice, Discourse, and Collaboration in Schools with Lindsay Lyons - Ep 63
<p>Looking to design a space for adult collaboration? Access this FREE guide, which includes a checklist to reference when creating your space - https://bit.ly/spacechecklist</p><p>In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by Lindsay Lyons, educational justice coach, PhD in Leadership and Change, and founder of Time for Teachership. Lindsay shares her expertise in student-led discussions, justice-centered curriculum design, and equitable policies that empower students and strengthen collaboration across schools.<br>Discover how values-driven conversations, adaptive leadership, and co-created classroom experiences can transform school culture. Lindsay provides actionable strategies for s...
The Budget 2026 explained
<p>In today’s episode on 2nd February 2026, we break down the most important highlights from the latest Budget.</p>
FRIDAY FOCUS - Stop Striving for Buy-In
<p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/free</p><p>Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview</p><p>Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro</p><p>Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.<b...
Bringing down barriers
<p>Chancellor Rachel Reeves has outlined her intentions bring down barriers to closer integration with the EU's defence industry - with an eye on its huge spending plans. We speak to the UK industry's trade body to discover what's at stake. And ahead of the publication of the UK's GDP figures for the end of last year, we speak to a businesswoman and a finance expert to hear their thoughts on what the economy needs to grow. Also, musical Billy Elliot is going on tour, more than 20 years after it left the West End. We'll be finding out why shows...
Ep 531 The #1 M&A Mistake Founders Make with Nick Katz
<p >acasa helps people run a shared home without the usual friction. It started as a simple way for housemates to track and split rent, bills, and groceries, then added payments and utility setup so households could manage recurring bills in one place. </p> <p >When Nick Katz tried to sell acasa on his own, the downside wasn't just a slow process. It created a setup where buyers had the leverage: they could keep asking for information, keep "exploring," and never commit to an LOI.</p>
Awaken Hope with JM Shaw on The Story of Courage
<p>J. M. Shaw is a Canadian author of fantasy fiction who lives in Alberta with her husband and two young children. She’s been writing since childhood, building worlds from raw imagination and quiet observation, but it took years before she found the courage to share them. For Shaw, storytelling has always been more than a hobby; it’s a passion.</p> <p>In 2019, Shaw was diagnosed with autism and ADHD, a turning point that brought clarity to a lifetime of feeling “too much” or “too different.” Her intense focus, emotional depth, and ability to live inside fictional worlds became not fl...
It's all downhill from here
<p>What does success in the Winter Olympics mean for the popularity of the sports in the UK? Will Bain talks to the director of British curling and the managing director of some the country's biggest winter sports venues. We'll also be hearing from the creative director of the opening ceremony in Milan. And it's a hold on UK interest rates and jitters in the US stock markets over AI. Will Bain discusses what it all means on both sides of the Atlantic with our regular Friday panel.</p>
Ep 527 How to Avoid an Earn-Out (Even in a Service Business)
<p>Most business owners hit a fork in the road. </p> <p>Stay "on the tools" and keep making great money. Or start feathering back your personal involvement so the business can grow beyond you. </p> <p>In this episode of Built to Sell Radio, Dr. Michael Filosi walks through how he made that shift in a dental practice, without jeopardizing cash flow. He didn't rip the band-aid off. He reduced his patient days one day at a time while the practice added clinicians and transitioned patients carefully. Over a few years, his billings went from roughly 43% of revenue to single...
Episode 343 - Locating & Buying Your Short Term Rental┃STEP-BY-STEP
<p>WEBINAR LINK:</p><p>https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89s</p><p>Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:</p><p>https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7</p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom</p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p><br></p><p>CONTACT US:</p><...
Joy Is a Discipline: How to Lead Schools with Trust, Clarity, and Collaboration with Dan Cox - Ep 62
<p>Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis and Lorna are joined by Dan Cox — former superintendent, endurance athlete, speaker, and founder of Endurance Edge. </p><p><br></p><p>Dan shares how his experience completing multiple ultramarathons, including a 100-mile race, shaped his leadership philosophy: Joy Is a Discipline.</p><p>Dan dives into the parallels between endurance athletics and school leadership, showing how resilience, trust, and clarity are essential to building collaborative cul...
Vancouver Rundown Tuesday February 3, 2026
<p>Two junior hockey players from B.C. are among those killed in a triple fatal highway crash in Alberta. The Southern Alberta Mustangs have lost three teen players including Kamloops 18-year-olds J.J. Wright and Cameron Casorso. Caden Fine, a 17-year-old American born player, was also killed when a car and semi collided on Highway 2, 125 km south of Calgary, late Monday morning. They were enroute to a team practice when the crash happened. The Mustangs are one of six Alberta teams that play in The U.S. Premier Hockey League’s Tier III division. </p>
FRIDAY FOCUS - Are You Asking - "What Is My Role in This Meeting?
<p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/free</p><p>Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview</p><p>Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro</p><p>Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.<b...
Vancouver Rundown Monday February 9, 2026
<p>Fewer and fewer drivers are crossing the border into Washington state from Lower Mainland crossings. According to the Whatcom Council of Governments, January had a 32 per cent drop in southbound trips over the same month last year at the Peace Arch, Pacific Highway, Lynden and Huntingdon-Sumas crossings. Close to half of the 60 Bellingham area businesses surveyed report losses due to a decline in B.C. visitors. Many call the drop - devastating. Experts blame the decline on outrage over the Trump White House’s policies on both domestic and international issues, including tariffs. </p>
Ep 530 $40M for a Big Fish in a Small Pond
<p >Nick Telson-Sillett and his co-founder built what you could call "OpenTable for bars and nightclubs" in the UK. </p> <p >Instead of chasing the US (the move most founders are told to make), they went big fish, small pond: dominate their home market first. That focus helped them build DesignMyNight into a business that sold for more than $40M. </p> <p >In this episode of Built to Sell Radio, Nick shares what happened, so you discover how to: </p> <p >Turn one clear customer frustration into a business idea you can explain fast </p>
Ep 525 How to Know When to Get Out: What to do when Shopify threatens, Selling vs. hiring a CEO. A controlled process instead of massive auction and getting your cash up front.
<p >If you're feeling a little queasy about the pace of change, you're not alone. AI is accelerating competition in almost every market, and it's making some business models feel irrelevant almost overnight. </p> <p >In this episode of Built to Sell Radio, John Warrillow talks with Ryan O'Leary, who saw a similar wave coming in payments when Shopify started bundling merchant processing into its plans. O'Leary chose to sell before the shift crushed margins, structuring a deal that put most of his cash in hand up front. In this episode, you discover how to </p> <p >• Decide whether to raise capital...
The Good Listening To Show with Matt Ziegler
<p><b>Founder Story:</b></p> <p>Matt Zeigler, the Ultimate Polymath! Super Connector, Producer, Community Builder & Fellow Show Host of "Just Press Record" for perfect Collaboration!EPISODE NOTES:What if the shortest path to better work is learning to be where your feet are? That’s the spark behind our conversation with Matt Zeigler—producer turned financial adviser, community builder, and host of the very excellent "Just Press Record" Podcast —who showshow presence, listening, and thoughtful connections can turn chance into momentum.We trace Matt’s arc from teenage gigs and studio life to a mid-career pivot into finance, where he discover...
FRIDAY FOCUS - Your Meetings NEED This Role!
<p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/free</p><p>Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview</p><p>Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro</p><p>Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.<b...
Trust-Based Observations: Building Collaboration & Teacher Efficacy in Schools with Craig Randall - Ep 65
<p>Looking to learn more and get started with a powerful meeting structure that will transform your school’s MTSS efforts? Access the Collaborative Team Meeting Starter Kit at https://bit.ly/ctmstarter</p><p>Access a workshop guide to help your team STOP focusing on things outside of our locus of control - https://bit.ly/JLlocus</p><p>In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by Craig Randall, author of Trust-Based Observations and a 30-year education veteran. Craig shares how trust-based observation practices can transform school culture, deepen collaboration among teachers, and foster col...
Get Found on ChatGPT and Beyond With Jason Patel
<p>Jason Patel is the CEO and Co-founder of Open Forge AI, a platform of AI agents that automates the entire workflow for AI search marketing, helping businesses get discovered on platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity. Under his leadership, Open Forge AI has emerged as a leading innovator, achieving profitability, rapid customer growth, and over 45,000 YouTube subscribers in four months — outpacing many venture-backed competitors. Jason is known for his practical insights on AI search, democratized online visibility, and how businesses can compete as AI-driven discovery reshapes marketing.</p> <h2 >In this episode…</h2> <p >As AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemin...
Hard pill to swallow
<p>Sean Farrington hears about why some pharmacies are reducing their opening hours. Elsewhere, nearly half of zoos have reported financial struggles since 2022, and we look ahead to the Bank of England's latest rates decision.</p>
Vancouver Rundown Thursday February 12, 2026
<p>Hundreds of people have attended a Wednesday evening candlelight vigil in Tumbler Ridge - the north eastern B.C. community rocked by a mass shooting Tuesday afternoon. Eighteen-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar’s victim’s include the shooter’s mother and stepbrother - killed at home - and five students and an educator who were shot dead at Tumbler Ridge Secondary. Van Rootselaar later died by suicide. More than two dozen others are still recovering from various wounds. Premier David Eby promises he’ll get answers to questions about the shooter’s mental health and police interaction history. Thursday has been decla...
An explainer on Pax Silica
<p>In today’s episode on 11th Feb 2026, we tell you how China came to dominate the global critical mineral supply chain and the US’ Pax Silica initiative that it believes can counter it.</p><p><br></p><p>Book a free call with Ditto</p>
FRIDAY FOCUS - Are You One Step Ahead of Your Team?
<p>______________________<br>#collaboration #norms #teamspirit #leadership #systems</p><p>Are you looking to further your growth as a collaborative leader? Access numerous FREE resources and webinars designed to help you build and sustain a strong culture of collaboration. https://www.jigsawlearning.ca/free</p><p>Interested in learning MORE about a framework that can transform your PLC and MTSS efforts? Access the FREE Overview of Collaborative Response Article https://bit.ly/CR-overview</p><p>Explore the book Collaborative Response by downloading the introduction for FREE https://bit.ly/CR-intro</p><p>Learn more about WeCollab and access a FREE trial.<b...
Musk's "innovation engine"
<p>Sean Farrington reacts to Elon Musk's merger of Space-X and xAI - making it the most valuable private company ever.</p><p>And, as the government tackles forever chemicals linked to harm to the environment and human health - Sean Farrington speaks to an outdoor clothing brand that's already developing alternatives.</p><p>And we discuss the future of Disney as its veteran CEO prepares to leave the entertainment giant.</p><p>Three coins in the fountain? Why you may need four or five coins in your pocket the next time you visit Rome's world-famous landmark.</p>
Vancouver Rundown Monday February 2, 2026
<p>Thousands of people marched through downtown Vancouver Sunday in support of Iranian protestors. Police say close to 15,000 people gathered around the Vancouver Art Galley - their main demand is an end to Iran’s current Islamic regime. This latest rally comes as people across Canada and around the world show support for those in Iran, many of whom are being persecuted for showing opposition to the government.</p>
Cover To Cover with Brian Trapp
<p><b>Brian Trapp</b> is director of disability studies at the University of Oregon, where he also teaches fiction and nonfiction. His work has been published in the Kenyon Review, Southern Review, Longreads, Brevity, and elsewhere. His essays have been listed as Notable in Best American Essays and anthologized in the Best of Brevity.</p> <p>He has received a Steinbeck Fellowship, an Elizabeth George Foundation grant, an Oregon Arts Fellowship, a Sewanee Writer’s Conference Borchardt Scholarship, a Tin House Summer Residency, and a Taft Fellowship from the University of Cincinnati, where he completed his PhD. He grew up in Cleve...
#95 - Trump Era Crypto Boom BlackRock's Push for Real World Assets Tokenization on Ethereum RWA
Uncover the thrilling intersection of politics and blockchain as President Trump's pro-crypto stance accelerates BlackRock's ambitious foray into real-world assets tokenization. This captivating episode delves into how Ethereum's RWA ecosystems are set to benefit from regulatory tailwinds, with BlackRock naming it a key beneficiary in their 2026 outlook. Explore mesmerizing stories of tokenized art funds, stablecoin surges to $1 trillion, and the democratization of high-value investments like Picasso masterpieces. Learn why experts predict a 1,000x growth in tokenized assets by 2030, turning everyday investors into stakeholders in a multi-trillion-dollar revolution.<br /><br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
From Campus to Community – Internships, Networking and Volunteering with Gayle Thomson
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Gayle Thomson, Employer Engagement Advisor in the Careers and Employability Service at the University of Aberdeen. Gayle works at the heart of the university’s strategy to expand work-based learning, connecting employers with students through internships, part-time roles, volunteering, mentoring and short-term shadowing opportunities.</p><p>Gayle explains why real-world experience is so important for students’ employability and confidence – and why it’s a genuine win–win for businesses too. She breaks down the university’s part-time, term-time internship programme: 70 hours over seven weeks, fully funded for...
Vancouver Rundown Wednesday February 4, 2026
<p>A teen is recovering from serious injuries after being stabbed following a Vancouver high school basketball game. Vancouver Police say a boy was stabbed in the arm after an overtime playoff game against Killarney Secondary, hosted by Eric Hamber Secondary. Police are reviewing video. No arrests have been made. </p>
From Trainer to Tech MD – People, Culture and Self-Belief with Lynne Reeves of Motion Software
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Lynne Reeves, Managing Director of Motion Software, an Aberdeen-based company that provides inspection and compliance software to clients in oil and gas, renewables, construction, insurance and even live events and entertainment. If a piece of kit needs a safety certificate – from lifting gear on an offshore platform to rigging and lighting at a major event – there’s a good chance an inspector is using Motion’s software to do it. Lynne Reeves</p><p>Lynne shares her career journey from trainer at leisure software company Glad...
A vegan cricket ball that lasts 50 overs?
<p>In today’s episode on 6th Feb 2026, we give you a glimpse of India’s cricket ball manufacturing industry and how the Super 50, a non-leather, synthetic cricket ball could change the game.</p><p>Book a FREE call with Ditto</p><p><br></p>
Why is JLR building in India now
<p>In today’s episode on 11th Feb 2026, we talk about why Tata Motors owned JLR is building cars in India despite the India-EU FTA.</p><p>Book a FREE call with Ditto</p><p><br></p>
Relationships, Lettings and Growth by Acquisition – 20 Years with Catriona Smith of Arden Property Management
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Catriona Smith, founder of Arden Property Management, an Edinburgh-based residential letting and property management agency celebrating its 20th year in business.</p><p>Catriona shares how she “accidentally” became a letting agent after careers in primary teaching and a family business, starting out with her own small portfolio and learning the industry on the job. What began as a practical next step has grown into a long-standing, values-led agency that focuses on service, relationships and doing the right thing for both landlords and tenants.</p><p>We...
#89 - Base Chain by Coinbase Layer 2 Power for Onchain Mass Adoption
Discover how Base Chain by Coinbase is turbocharging the crypto ecosystem with Layer 2 efficiency, ultra-low fees, and mainstream appeal. In this episode we break down why Base is on track for true onchain mass adoption, how its integration with Coinbase accelerates liquidity and security, and what this means for developers and users ready to scale Web3.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
Zen and the Art of Accountancy – Life, Loss and Leadership with Saj Sharif of Zen Consultants
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Saj Sharif, CEO and founder of Zen Consultants Limited, a multi-award-winning accountancy practice supporting around 700 clients with everything from self-assessment and VAT to payroll, CIS and management accounts.</p><p>Saj shares a powerful, very human business story. Once a stockbroker, she was signed off with ME/chronic fatigue and told she would never work in finance again. While recovering, she helped with her partner’s stonemasonry business, doing the accounts from home. After he passed away she closed the business – but the subcontractors kept com...
Cover To Cover with Leokadia George
<p>I am a new children’s book author but a long-time animal lover. I have been Volunteering at the Wolf Conservation Center for almost a decade, and that is where I was introduced to Trumpet and her amazing story. I studied psychology and work as a mental health therapist. My background in psychology has influenced my writing and my mission to change the “big bad wolf” myth. </p> <p>Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup series of 4 books Grab a copy here- https://a.co/d/0eEYZmeW</p>
Episode 351 - STRs: Dying Asset or Hidden Goldmine? (DEBATE)
<p>WEBINAR LINK:</p><p>https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89s</p><p>Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:</p><p>https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7</p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom</p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p><br></p><p>CONTACT US:</p><...
Awaken Hope with James Hill on Being an Author and Publishing
<p><b>James Hill</b> is a native New Yorker, born and raised in the Bronx, James L Hill spent his adolescence years in Fort Apache, the South Bronx 41st precinct during the 60’s, a time when you needed to have a gang to go to the store. Raised on blues, soul, and rock and roll gave him the heart of a flower child. Educated by the turmoil of Vietnam, Civil Rights, and the Sexual Revolution turned James into a gladiator. Realizing the precariousness of life, he took on an adventurous outlook trying anything once, and if it did not ki...
Vancouver Rundown Friday February 13, 2026
<p>I carry a sorrow - that’s what the father of the Tumbler Ridge shooter is saying following the mass shooting in the north eastern B.C. community. Justin Van Rootselaar says “words feel far too small for the sorrow we carry together.” He’s offered his condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims. Nine people, including shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar died in the shootings at his family home and Tumbler Ridge Secondary. </p>
Saving America
It is 2026, yet some politicians in D.C. are acting like we’re still living in the 19th century. They’re claiming that women and minorities are somehow incapable of obtaining a basic ID - an insult to millions of Americans.Washington is on the brink of a partial shutdown. But the Democrats aren't just targeting ICE - they’re threatening the entire Department of Homeland Security, including FEMA and the TSA, doubling down on a wish list that would paralyze law enforcement.Would you want an 80K-pound rig sharing the lane with someone who can’t read a stop sign or...
Episode 348 - From Trapped in Corporate To Freedom With STRs
<p>WEBINAR LINK:</p><p>https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89s</p><p>Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:</p><p>https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7</p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom</p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p><br></p><p>...
Smart Strategies for Building Business Relationships With John Corcoran
<p >John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and run his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs.</p> <p >Since 2012, John has been the host of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast, where he has interviewed hundreds of CEOs, founders, authors, and entrepreneurs, including Peter Diamandis, Adam Grant, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Marie Forleo.</p> <p>John is also the Co-founder of Rise25, a company...
Episode 352 - Do You Need To Be Good At Hospitality To Succeed With STRs?
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Cottage industry
<p>As Disney chooses its next CEO, Sean learns what the appointment suggests about the company's focus. Plus, there's more on Elon Musk's mega-merger, and Sean asks what's behind Gen Z's craving for cottage cheese.</p>
A Tale of Two Schools: Why Caring Teachers Fail Without a Collaborative Response
<p>Watch episode HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXJgEh9U-rU</p><p>The Emotional Truth of School Leadership: Why 'Caring' is Not Enough</p><p>To every principal, teacher, and district leader who has ever felt overwhelmed: This video is for you.</p><p>We take you inside two very different schools: Castaway Elementary, where dedicated teacher Mrs. Hart is battling student struggle alone, and Robinson Elementary, where Mrs. Gonzales and her team are thriving thanks to a powerful system of supports.</p><p>The difference isn't the effort—it's the structure. In Castaway, teachers are lone sailors ba...
Vancouver Rundown Wednesday February 11, 2026
<p>At least ten people, including a suspect, are dead after a mass shooting in the north eastern B.C. community of Tumbler Ridge. More than two dozen others are injured - some seriously. RCMP say six people were found dead inside Tumbler Ridge Secondary School while another died enroute to hospital. It’s believed the suspect died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. That part of the mass shooting happened during school hours on Tuesday and shortly after two people were found dead at a nearby home. Unconfirmed reports suggest the two are family members of the suspect. An alert, is...
How Trust and Alignment Create Strong Collaborative Cultures with Hanna Bauer - Ep 64
<p>Access the FREE Guide for Leaders to Develop and Reinforce Team Norms - http://bit.ly/teamnormsguide</p><p><br></p><p>Access a workshop guide to ensure you are truly engaging as a team - https://bit.ly/JLgroupteam</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Kurtis is joined by Hanna Bauer, Founder and CEO of HEARTnomics™, leadership strategist, author of Hustle with HEART, and internationally recognized expert in culture, alignment, and trust.</p><p><br>Hanna brings nearly three decades of leadership experience across education, business, nonprofit, and government sectors — alon...
Ep 524 3 Non-Negotiables to Walk Away Clean, Turn Your Expertise into Recurring Revenue, and Avoiding a Deal-Killing Clause.
<p >Most experts who start a practice or studio end up trapped by their own success. The schedule is packed, the waitlist is long, but every dollar still depends on them showing up. </p> <p >In this week's episode of Built to Sell Radio, John talks to a physical therapist who turned a fully booked, owner-dependent practice into a boutique fitness business with recurring revenue, a second-in-command, and a clean exit on her terms. After a first deal collapsed on closing day thanks to a last-minute bank clause, she went back to market with three non-negotiables and still got a s...
How To Get Found in AI Search With Josh Hanosh
<p>Joshua (Josh) Hanosh is the Co-founder and Vice President of Three29, a Sacramento-based digital marketing and web development agency that helps B2B companies achieve results through data-driven websites, SEO, pay-per-click advertising, and branding strategy. With over 15 years of experience, Josh has guided Three29 in working with a wide range of clients and successfully grew his agency to a team of 12 before merging with another firm, further expanding the brand's capabilities.</p> <h2>In this episode…</h2> <p>Getting found online used to be about keywords and rankings. Now, it's about whether AI even knows you exist. So as se...
#91 - Autonomous AI Agents and Truth Terminal The Rise of AI Memecoins like $GOAT
Autonomous AI Agents are no longer experimental—they are actively shaping crypto-native markets. In this episode, we explore how Truth Terminal operates as an autonomous AI agent capable of narrative creation, onchain interaction, and memecoin formation. We break down the emergence of AI Memecoins like $GOAT, examining how agent-driven behavior, incentive loops, and crypto market dynamics converge. From autonomous decision-making to token reflexivity, this episode dives deep into why AI Agents represent a new primitive in crypto and how Truth Terminal is redefining what memecoins can become in an agent-driven ecosystem.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
Reinventing Success: From Athlete to CEO Community With Matt Sharrers
<p >Matt Sharrers is the Managing Partner of ETJ Advisory and Founder of ETJ Life, a private, invitation-only community that supports CEOs backed by private equity in navigating leadership transitions and building fulfilling lives. As the former CEO of SBI, Matt helped scale the company and guided it through multiple successful exits, while his current ventures draw on decades of executive leadership and board advisory experience. </p> <p>A former professional hockey player who represented Canada at the national level, Matt is passionate about helping both elite athletes and business leaders achieve their highest potential. His work and recent book, T...
The Fractal Analytics IPO
<p>In today’s episode on 9th Feb 2026, we break down the Fractal Analytics IPO, which opens for subscription today and closes on February 11th.</p><p>Book your FREE consultation with Ditto</p><p><br></p>
#93 - Avalanche Blockchain Speed and Scalability Subnets Revolutionizing DeFi with Stablecoins
Explore the Avalanche blockchain's unparalleled speed—processing thousands of transactions per second—and its subnet architecture that delivers true scalability without compromising security. This episode uncovers how these features are supercharging DeFi protocols, particularly through the integration of stablecoins, offering stability amid volatility and attracting institutional players to build a more accessible, borderless financial future that promises massive returns and real-world utility.<br /><br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
The Manchester Boom - Special Episode
<p>Sean Farrington speaks with three Manchester business leaders - Laurence Newman of Beauty Tech Group, Shaun Morton of On The Beach, and Emma Thackray of Hip Pop - to discuss why the region is growing faster than the rest of the country.</p>
#90 - Berachain and Proof of Liquidity Redefining DeFi with the $BERA Token
Berachain is redefining DeFi by aligning liquidity, security, and incentives through its innovative Proof of Liquidity model. In this episode, we explore how Berachain transforms traditional blockchain economics by rewarding real onchain liquidity instead of passive staking. We break down how Proof of Liquidity works, why it changes validator dynamics, and what role the $BERA token plays in governance and ecosystem growth. From capital efficiency to sustainable DeFi incentives, this episode offers a deep dive into why Berachain is emerging as one of the most discussed DeFi-native blockchains.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
Vancouver Rundoown Thursday February 5, 2026
<p>Former anti-gang cop Paul Dadwal will lead B.C.’s community panel on extortions. The move comes following the provincial government’s promise to crack down on South Asian extortion violence in Surrey and other communities. Dadwal is recently retired from the RCMP and now works as a private security consultant. He was a key figure in the Surrey Six investigation and trial.</p>
Ep 533 Inside the Mind of an Acquirer: The Anatomy of a Failed Deal
<p >This episode is part of our Inside the Mind of an Acquirer series, and it unpacks the ETA (Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition) wave now flooding the market. </p> <p >For business owners, ETA is a double-edged sword. On the upside, more buyers courting you means more choice, more urgency, and more liquidity. On the downside, many ETA buyers are first-timers who lean on heavy leverage and seller financing. If they misread your business or hit a snag they can't handle, the part of the deal you financed can quickly become the part you never collect. </p>
Will you be my Valent-AI-ne?
<p>Theo Leggett has the latest as AI doubts continue to rumble around markets. Our Friday panel digests a slightly soggy growth reading to end 2025 and a week of political turbulence. We also take a closer look at a US company's swoop for one of the City's oldest names and how supermarkets look to get Valentine's Day right.</p>
Episode 347 - Stop Competing on Price: The Marketing Shift That Changes Everything
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Episode 346 - How Shawn Passed An Audit When Saving $95,000 In Taxes - CPA Breakdown
<p>Contact Mike:</p><p>https://www.revotaxpayer.com/</p><p>WEBINAR LINK:</p><p>https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89s</p><p>Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:</p><p>https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7</p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom</p><p>...
Business as usual?
<p>Sean Farrington weighs up prime minister Keir Starmer’s record on the economy - after a nerve-wracking start to the week for the PM. Elsewhere, three Manchester entrepreneurs tell us why they think business is booming in the city. And as Britain chases its first medal, we hear from the Scottish business that manufactures curling stones for the Winter Olympics.</p>
Vancouver Rundown Friday February 6, 2026
<p>The debt riddled B.C. government is getting ready to offer early retirement incentives to public servants. The BC Public Service Agency says each ministry is looking to find efficiencies which could require restructuring or consolidation. The review comes as the province struggles to control its $11.2B deficit. A hiring freeze remains in place in certain areas of government.</p>
#88 - Aptos Blockchain Scalability How Move Language Powers Web3 Development
Dive into how Aptos Blockchain is redefining scalability and accelerating Web3 development through the power of Move Language. In this episode, we break down Aptos’s parallel execution engine, high throughput consensus, and how Move’s safety-first design enables secure, efficient on-chain logic. From beginner developers to seasoned architects, learn why Move is gaining traction and how its resource-oriented paradigm eliminates common smart contract risks. We also examine real use cases, community tools, and the ecosystem’s rapid growth, making Aptos one of the most promising blockchains for scalable, secure decentralized applications.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
Navigating Marketing in the Age of AI With Emanuel Rose
<p>Emanuel Rose is the CEO of Strategic eMarketing, which helps B2B companies in IT services, SaaS, and financial services generate high-quality leads through innovative marketing strategies. With over 25 years of experience as an author, speaker, and B2B marketing strategist, Emanuel is widely recognized for his work integrating AI and automation into marketing. He explores these innovations on his podcast, Marketing in the Age of AI.</p> <h2 >In this episode…</h2> <p >Some business eras evolve; others hit like a tidal shift — and AI-driven marketing sits squarely in the latter. Tools are advancing faster than teams can adap...
Managing Privacy Risks in the Era of AI and Ever-Changing Regulations With Jodi Daniels
<p>Jodi Daniels is the Founder and CEO of Red Clover Advisors, a boutique data privacy consultancy and one of the few certified Women's Business Enterprises focused solely on privacy. She is a Certified Informational Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) with over 20 years of experience helping a range of businesses — from solopreneurs to multinational companies — in privacy, marketing, strategy, and finance roles. She has worked with numerous companies throughout her corporate career, including Deloitte, The Home Depot, Cox Enterprises, Bank of America, and many more. Jodi is also a national keynote speaker, a member of the Forbes Business Council, and co-host of t...
You Don’t Have To Achieve To Be Loved – Redefining Success with Becca Pearce
<p>In this powerful episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Becca Pearce, executive coach, former healthcare CEO and author of You Don’t Have To Achieve To Be Loved: Escape the Lies You’ve Been Sold to Design the Life You Want. Becca shares her remarkable journey from leading the implementation of Obamacare in Maryland, to a very public job loss, to a life-threatening brain tumour and major surgery that left her having to learn to walk again – and how all of that ultimately led her to completely redefine success and redesign her life. Becc...
Episode 349 - Multi-Property Millionaire: The Truth To Scaling Short Term Rentals
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Hard times
<p>Small businesses are experiencing pressures unseen since the pandemic and the hospitality business is also finding trading tough. Sean Farrington speaks to owners from both sectors to find out why. And we'll finding out more about the latest streamer to land on these shores. What can HBO Max add to our viewing?</p>
#94 - ChatGPT Powers Hyperliquid AI Revolution in DeFi Perpetual Trading
In this groundbreaking episode, explore how the integration of AI technologies like ChatGPT is transforming the landscape of decentralized finance through Hyperliquid's innovative platform. Discover how traders are leveraging AI-driven analytics to optimize perpetual contracts with up to 50x leverage, achieving sub-second executions on a fully on-chain order book. We'll delve into real-world case studies of how machine learning algorithms predict market movements, automate strategies, and minimize risks in volatile crypto environments. Hear from expert guests including DeFi pioneers and AI developers who reveal how this synergy is democratizing high-performance trading, making it accessible for beginners while empowering pros to...
The Canada–India Uranium Deal Explained
<p>In today’s episode on 5th Feb 2026, we’re exploring why Canada and India are about to sign a $3 billion uranium supply deal.</p><p>Book a FREE call with Ditto today for a no-spam insurance experience</p><p><br></p>
The AI crisis no one’s talking about
<p>In today’s episode on 10th Feb 2026, we’re talking about the energy crisis that is going unnoticed by the masses.</p><p>Book a FREE call with Ditto</p><p><br></p>
From Power Washers to People Power – Family Business, Resilience and Confidence with Liz Carnie of PWS
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Liz Carnie, director of PWS(formerly Power Washer Services), a second-generation family business started by her dad over 40 years ago. From one man and a van to a team of 28 covering all of Scotland, PWS now supplies and services power washers, compressors, generators, heaters and more – with a reputation built on backup service, not just sales. </p><p>Liz shares how she went from RAF police and policing in England to “helping dad out for a bit” in 1990, only to discover a whole new world of b...
Letting With Heart – Home, Family and 20 Years in Business with Katrina Walker of A Flat In Town
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Katrina Walker, co-founder of A Flat In Town, a central Edinburgh letting agency that has been “letting with heart” for 20 years. Starting as a temp in a small letting business, Katrina fell in love with the variety, the people and the privilege of being trusted with someone’s home – and eventually decided to build her own agency.</p><p>Katrina shares how A Flat In Town grew from a simple idea in her mid-twenties into a long-standing business that truly cares for both landlords and tenants...
#92 - DeepSeek AI and DePIN How GPU Networks Are Reshaping Crypto Infrastructure
DeepSeek AI is emerging as a key force in the evolution of decentralized infrastructure, and DePIN is the layer making it scalable. In this episode, we explore how DeepSeek AI leverages GPU-powered DePIN networks to enable decentralized compute, inference, and AI workloads on crypto-native infrastructure. We break down the role of GPUs in DePIN, why decentralized compute is becoming critical for AI models, and how crypto incentives are reshaping access to AI resources. This discussion connects AI development, GPU economics, and DePIN architecture into a unified vision for the future of decentralized AI.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.
Episode 344 - From 9-5 to STR Investor┃How Steve Built A STR EMPIRE!
<p>WEBINAR LINK:</p><p>https://shawnmoore.clickfunnels.com/optiniyvvg89s</p><p>Want to learn more about Vodyssey or start your STR journey. Book a call here:</p><p>https://meetings.hubspot.com/vodysseystrategysession/booknow?utm_source=vodysseycom&uuid=80fb7859-b8f4-40d1-a31d-15a5caa687b7</p><p>FOLLOW US:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16XJMvMbVo/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/vodysseyshawnmoore/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-financial-freedom</p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@vodysseyshawnmoore</p><p><br></p><p>CONTACT US:</p><...
Ep 528 The Dirty Businesses that Create Quiet Millionaires
<p >Some of the richest founders don't run trendy companies. They run dirty ones. The kind of work you'd never brag about at a dinner party, but that quietly throws off real money because it's hard, risky, and most people won't do it. </p> <p > </p> <p > </p> <p >This Built to Sell Radio episode follows Shenar Wood, who built an underground power business by taking on personal risk, earning trust job by job, and eventually selling when he hit a ceiling that had nothing to do with demand, you discover how to: </p> <p > </p> <p >Recognize the hidden...
Awaken Hope with Dr. Dawson Church on Tapping Benefits
<p><b>Dawson Church</b> is a best-selling science writer and the author of four award-winning books. The Genie in Your Genes broke new ground by showing that gene expression is influenced by emotions. Mind to Matter is based on hundreds of studies showing that our brains play a key role in constructing the reality around us. In Bliss Brain, he demonstrates that as we cultivate peak states, our brains rapidly rewire themselves for happiness. Spiritual Intelligence maps the neuroscience of awakened states of consciousness. He is the founder of the Veterans Stress Solution, which has offered free PTSD treatment to over...
Ep 526 Best of 2025: 4 Moments That Change How You Exit
<p > Built to Sell Radio just dropped a year-end special that pulls the strongest moments from 2025 into one episode.</p> <p > Across four formats (Exit Story, Inside the Mind of an Acquirer, Mastering the Deal, and After the Deal), you discover how to</p> Choose exit value over lifestyle income before comfort caps valuation Spot the "founder-dependent" trap that scares off serious buyers See how buyers price risk, not just revenue and EBITDA Use imperfections as leverage instead of liabilities Build leverage before a first offer quietly sets your ceiling Create real alternatives so negotiations stop feeling one-s
Designing for the Margins – Queer, Feminist and Neurodivergent Business with Cecilia Righini of Studio Lutalica
<p>In this episode of Scale HER Up – The Female Entrepreneur Show, I’m joined by Cecilia Righini, founder of Studio Lutalica, a queer, feminist, neurodivergent-led design agency and community interest company. Lutalica creates branding, websites and editorial design for feminist and LGBTQ+ organisations and founders, with a strong focus on lived experience, values and community impact.</p><p>Cecilia shares how years of discrimination and microaggressions in traditional workplaces pushed them to create a studio where queer and trans people, and other marginalised identities, can feel safe, respected and fully themselves. They talk about the power of niching deeply – workin...
Ep 529 The Personal Brand Trap and how to slash a 3-Year Earn-Out to 9 Months Without Giving Up Value
<p >The fastest way to make a service company unsellable is building it around a personal brand. </p> <p >When clients hire you—because of your reputation, your name, and your specific expertise—you haven't built a business; you've built a high-paying job. </p> <p >And as Gavin Bell realized, you can't sell a reputation. </p> <p >Gavin was known as the "Facebook Ads Guy" in the UK. He was making good money, but he knew that to build a sellable asset, he had to fire himself as the face of the company. </p> <p >
Vancouver Rundown Tuesday February 10, 2026
<p>The B.C. Greens are ending their co-operation agreement with the Eby NDP government. Green Leader Emily Lowen says the move comes after the New Democrats failed to follow through on two thirds of their promises made during the Co-operation and Responsible Government Accord (CARGA). This leave the NDP vulnerable as it governs with a single seat majority. It’s also sparked a new round of speculation about a possible provincial election call. </p>
Japan elections and UK jobs
<p>Leanna Byrne finds out how the Japanese economy will fare under PM Sanae Takaichi after her resounding victory in the weekend's snap election. And we get the latest snapshot of the UK's employment figures. Also, what does it take to fill the half-time advertising slot during the US's biggest sporting event? We touchdown with the creative mind behind one of this year's Superbowl ads.</p>
FRIDAY FOCUS - Leaders, It's Your Job to Organize the Data for Your Teams
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The Day the Crayons Made Friends | Classics with Ron Tester
<p>The Day the Crayons Made Friends | Classics with Ron Tester </p> <p><b>If you’d like my help with your Business go to </b>www.lizscully.com/endlessClients</p> <p>====</p> <p>And don’t forget to get your reading list of the 10 essential reads for every successful biz owner - these are the books Liz recommends almost on the daily to her strategy + Mastermind clients.</p> <p>This isn’t your usual list of biz books, these answer the challenges you’ve actually got coming up right now. Helpful, quick to read and very timely.</p> <p><b>Click h...
Cutting the Deadwood and the Fat
<p><b>Cutting the Deadwood and the Fat</b></p> <p>DeWine is now threatening up to a 20% sales tax if property taxes get eliminated. Somehow the idea of cutting any costs never seems to be a discussion with the politicians. We talk about the spending of government, the fighting for rights by 1851 Center for Constitutional Law and Pacific Legal Foundation, how to have less drug and alcohol problems in society, and more. As we look for the logic regarding cutting government expenditures, we give examples of real life situations we've encountered to bring light to the conversation. If the citi...
Gold Is Volatile. Demand Is Not.
<p>In today’s episode on 4th Feb 2026, we break down why gold has been moving with extreme volatility over the past week.</p><p>Book a Free call with Ditto</p><p><br></p>
Smart Podcast Promotion Strategies and Industry Insights With John Corcoran
<p >John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and run his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs.</p> <p >Since 2012, John has been the host of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast, where he has interviewed hundreds of CEOs, founders, authors, and entrepreneurs, including Peter Diamandis, Adam Grant, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Marie Forleo.</p> <p>John is also the Co-founder of Rise25, a company...
The paradox of India's healthy finances
<p>In today’s episode on 3rd Feb 2026, we look at why India’s public finances begin to look riskier when you look at the states’ accounts.<br></p>
Connecting with Industry Influencers: Josh Levine's Guide to Entrepreneurial Networking
<p >Josh Levine is the Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Color More Lines, a boutique e-commerce consulting firm that helps brands accelerate growth on Amazon and Walmart by providing a white-glove, performance-based service. Under Josh's leadership, Color More Lines has scaled brands to impressive growth, leveraging a team of experienced e-commerce experts and helping clients navigate the world's leading retail platforms. </p> <p>With a diverse background spanning government, technology, and entertainment, Josh has held roles at Microsoft and Disney. He is known for his growth strategy expertise and dynamic career journey, which includes working at the White House b...
