Get access to the world's best brains when it comes to building momentum online for established consumer brands. Join our hosts and their expert guests for conversations about ecommerce strategies, trends, and innovations. Access our brain trust and boost your brand's ecommerce potential. Ecommerce Braintrust
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Join hosts Rhett Hall, Jared Komenda, and Sean Wilson as they talk life and everything that entails. Every week Rhett talks with a new guest in a one-on-one chat.
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Hosted by Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and investors Adam Jackson and Gabe Luna-Ostaseski, "The Way Work Should Work" explores new business models, incentive systems and ownership structures that will affect how every single one of us works. We’re joined by top tech investors, business leaders, and academics on the front lines shaping the future of work. This podcast is produced by Braintrust, the first user-controlled talent network that enterprises use to access highly skilled technical ta ...
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AB3 Speaks with Monica and Takiyah is the premier podcast on mission-driven, values-led ways of monetizing your advanced education in today’s global marketplace. Join these two bad a$$ Blackademic entrepreneurs, as they talk about the crucial elements of planning, building, running, and growing a successful academic business on your own terms. The podcast focuses on mission-driven, values-led ways of monetizing your advanced education in today’s global marketplace. If you are a Black academi ...
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This is a weekly podcast beginning in April 2018 and ending the same month 2078. If I don't have the confidence to be ambitious about having lots of fans I can at least swing for the fences regarding duration.
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Been There Sold That is a podcast providing proven sales and operational knowledge to help you sell your pants off and run your business efficiently to keep up with the demand.
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Forget chasing chlorine headaches and battling algae wars alone. The Talking Pools Podcast is your weekly escape from pool purgatory, where 250+ years of combined pro wisdom explodes into actionable hacks, mind-blowing tips, and secrets so ancient they make Poseidon jealous. Think of it as your weekly poolside braintrust, fueled by eight seasoned pros, each a rockstar in their own aquatic lane. Got a filtration fiasco? Chemical conundrum? Equipment enigma? No problem. We've got a host for th ...
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We’re all in a moment. And, we’re asking the big questions. Especially about work. Should I join The Great Resignation? Should I stay and just keep on, keeping on. Or, reimagine, reinvent, maybe even start my own thing? Can I really expect more than just a paycheck and stability from work? How do I navigate the overwhelm, burnout, and work-life-bleed that’s turned work-from-home into never-stop-working? What about purpose, joy, excitement, time to breathe, and live? What about that nagging t ...
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The Boiled Sports Podcast Network is the award-winning* Purdue sports podcast from the handsome individuals at BoiledSports.com
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Two men, two bananas...one mission! To bring you the latest gossip, reviews and insights into popculture on a weekly basis. We hope to have plenty of guests, interviews and to keep it an honest , uncensored look at everything from cosplay to cinema. Join us as we grow both as people and podcasters, we might be loose units at times but we are passionate about our hobbies and can't wait to share that with you!
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News. Pop Culture. Politics. Weird stories. EVERYTHING that happened during the last week. Comedian Ben Gleib catches you up on it all, while making fun of basically everything. Some people tell him this podcast is the way they prefer to get the news. He thinks these people are geniuses. Sometimes he's joined by celebrity guests like comedians, actors, politicians, Four-Star Generals, and his parents. But mostly he talks to himself. If you've been in a coma for the last 7 days, this podcast ...
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A weekly roundup of the news that finds its way to our website www.braintrustbros.com! Listen as Rhett, Jared, and Sean break down movie trailers, talk about upcoming film projects, discuss their favorite TV shows, and just nerd out on pop-culture! New episodes up every Saturday!
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The Entreprenista Podcast is a weekly show featuring the stories of successful female founders and what it's really like to run a business. Hosted by Stephanie Cartin & Courtney Spritzer, co-founders of Socialfly, a leading social media marketing agency, each episode goes beyond what you see on Instagram and into the nitty-gritty of growing and scaling a company effectively from women who’ve done it. Consider this the most fun business meeting you’ll ever have.
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Welcome to In Depth, a new podcast from First Round Review that’s dedicated to surfacing the tactical advice founders and startup leaders need to grow their teams, their companies and themselves. Hosted by Brett Berson, a partner at First Round, In Depth will cover a lot of ground and a wide range of topics, from hiring executives and becoming a better manager, to the importance of storytelling inside of your organization. But every interview will hit the level of tactical depth where the ve ...
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Jones IT Solutions, a black-owned IT firm, was brought in to help clean up House Friends, a real estate tech company. The two factions threaten to tear themselves apart in the new office comedy series by Vol. 92.
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Join Nathan and Matt from BitMart as they speak to some of the leading minds in NFTs and bring you uniquely Non-Fungible News!
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Welcome to the HRIS Careers podcast. A podcast specifically for Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Professionals. We always say, no one gets into HRIS on purpose, but it sure is interesting to find out how they did. We interview your HRIS peers to find out how they got tricked into the industry, and what lessons and tools they used to progress their careers along the way. We discuss industry trends, AI, and even talk candidly about all the most popular HRIS platforms. Welcome to the ...
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356 - Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, BrainTrust: How She Built Four Businesses Without Sacrificing Her Values and Vision
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56:41“It's good to have your own executive coach because at the end of the day, the brand is the brand is the brand. We are also our own brand. And for me, whether the company exists in this way or not, I will still be Kendra Bracken Ferguson.” Kendra Bracken-Ferguson, 4X founder, brand builder, and author opens up about her early career in PR, her care…
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AI is Changing Your Shopper Journey With Chris Perry of Firstmovr - Episode 407
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33:06Today, we’re joined by a familiar voice and a musically inclined CPG thought leader: Chris Perry of firstmovr. He’s spent the last several months educating brands on how to prepare for a new age of product discovery and conversion paths with the dawn of AI-enabled search. We’re thrilled to have him back to share key insights and practical takeaways…
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Are You Coachable Enough To Win? With Tony Shipley
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43:02Tony Shipley, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Queen City Angels, joins Jeff Bloomfield to share his journey from a Tennessee farm to building one of America’s fastest-growing tech companies and mentoring over 125 startups. Tony reveals the timeless lessons from his upbringing, the importance of intellectual curiosity and critical thinking in…
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Text us a pool question! In this episode, Lee and Shane discuss their recent travels to Kazakhstan, exploring the unique architecture and swimming pool facilities they encountered. They delve into the differences in pool maintenance and chemistry standards between Kazakhstan and New Zealand, highlighting the importance of community and learning wit…
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NightCap: Boilers Beat up Ball State 31-0
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47:04Under a sun-drenched God's Country sky, Barry Odom's Boilers officially got the 2025 season underway...and things pretty pretty well.By Bleav + Boiled Sports
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Purposeful Marketing with Laci Davis, Phosphate Mysteries & Chlorine Lock
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1:03:52Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz interviews Laci Davis from The Grit Game, discussing her journey in the pool industry, leadership, creativity, and the importance of purposeful marketing. A listener question on why phosphate removers often cloud water. Another where we lay it on the line - ALWAY…
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From Chrome extension to $5B platform | Postman’s journey | Abhinav Asthana (Co-founder & CEO)
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1:06:20Abhinav Asthana is the co-founder and CEO of Postman, the world's leading API collaboration platform used by millions of developers and thousands of companies. What began as a personal itch, a simple Chrome extension Abhinav built to make his own API work easier, became a global phenomenon within weeks. In this episode, we discuss: Making the leap …
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Text us a pool question! This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us back to one of the most talked-about episodes with Wayne Ivusich and Steve Sherwood, two of the most respected educators and consultants in the pool industry. Between Wayne’s decades of experience leading water chemistry education at Taylor Water Technologies and Steve’s reputation as…
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This Is Your Brain on Pools: Gen X vs Gen Z
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31:24Text us a pool question! In this engaging conversation, Sarah and Rudy explore a variety of topics ranging from the pool industry to 80s pop culture references. They share insights about their experiences in the field, discuss nostalgic catchphrases, and delve into the evolution of slang over the decades. The light-hearted banter and humor make for…
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300K A Year For Your HR Tech Skill Set? (Here's why it isn't crazy)
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7:19👉 Is your HR technology skill set really worth $300,000 a year? This conversation was sparked by a Deloitte Oracle HCM consulting job posting that revealed some eye-opening numbers: a $600M+ HR Strategy & Technology practice, supported by 2,000 consultants worldwide. When you do the math, that works out to about $300K in revenue per consultant. Get…
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Pregnant, Poolside, and Probably High on Fumes
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25:20Text us a pool question! Welcome to the most accidentally themed episode of Talking Pools, where we started with “fuck it, we’ll do it live” and somehow ended up knee-deep in pregnancy, chlorine jugs, and naming babies after pool chemicals. Don’t ask how we got here — we don’t know either. This week, Andrea & Paulette juggle barking dogs, clinking …
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Handsome Hour #228: Purdue Welcomes Birds to Ross-Ade
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1:19:412025 Home opener is nearly upon us...The Barry Odom era officially begins as Purdue welcomes Ball U. to Ross-AdeBy Bleav + Boiled Sports
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Text us a pool question! In this episode of Mondays Down Under, host Lee Salisbury dives into essential strategies for pool service businesses to prepare for the upcoming summer season. Lee emphasizes the importance of pricing strategies, labor costs, logistics, customer contracts, database management, and effective payment systems to enhance profi…
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355- Gwen Whiting, The Fill: What She Wishes She Knew Before Selling Her Business
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1:02:13“An acquisition is not the end all, be all. And I really want to emphasize that because I think there's so many misnomers or ideas out there that people think the norm is raising money. I did not. There's another way to do it. It's just less talked about and gets less attention. The end all is not always an exit.” Gwen Whiting is a serial entrepren…
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Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Rudy Stankowitz interviews Q Hales, a prominent figure in pool chemistry and maintenance. They discuss the formation of OnBalance, a collaborative effort aimed at educating pool professionals about water chemistry and sustainable practices. Q shares insights from his extensive e…
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Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, hosts Steve and Wayne discuss the top 10 nominees for the Mentor of the Year award in the pool industry, highlighting the importance of mentorship. They also delve into the differences between cold plunge pools and chillers, explaining their distinct purposes and benefits. The c…
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2025 Football Season Premiere!!! (Handsome Hour 227)
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1:29:44In a very focused discussion, the handsome trio previews the upcoming football season...everything is coming up Boilers (obviously).By Bleav + Boiled Sports
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How Canva leveraged unconventional growth levers to grow to $42B | Cameron Adams (Co-founder & CPO)
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1:04:26Cameron Adams is the co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Canva, the design platform valued at $42B as of July 2025, used by over 230 million people every month. Before starting Canva, Cameron was a designer and engineer at Google and co-founded Fluent, an email startup. In this episode, Cameron walks through Canva’s earliest days — from the rem…
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You Wanted the Pool—Now It Wants You Back
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32:37Text us a pool question! In this episode, Sarah dives into an uncomfortable but necessary truth: too many pool owners think the work ends the day the pool is filled. From the outside, the water may look like a backyard dream, but if it’s left without care, it quickly becomes a breeding ground for problems—algae, unsafe water, and costly damage. Sar…
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The "Digitally Influenced Shopper Report" and the Breakdown of Online vs. In-store With Mike Black From Profitero+ - Episode 406
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30:06Welcome to The Ecommerce Braintrust podcast, brought to you by Julie Spear, Head of Retail Marketplace Services, and Jordan Ripley, Director of Retail Operations. Today, we’re excited to welcome Mike Black, Chief Growth Officer at Profitero+. We’ll be diving into their latest report, “The Digitally Influenced Shopper”, which reveals how shoppers ar…
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More Pool Service Complaints. I quit. I'm done.
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38:11Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools Show, Andrea and Paulette discuss their experiences with pool maintenance, including challenges with customer complaints and the importance of proper pool care. They also touch on health concerns like swimmer's ear, tragic incidents in water parks, and the need for hurricane preparedness…
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Barry Odom and Matt Painter are smarter than the average coach...and then some.By Bleav + Boiled Sports
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Text us a pool question! In this episode of Talking Pools, the hosts celebrate Peter's contributions to the industry while discussing the characteristics of ideal clients in both retail and mobile pool services. They share personal anecdotes about challenging customer interactions, the importance of setting clear expectations, and strategies for ma…
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Leading through Change - From Fear to Forward Motion Taking the First Step - Ep.51
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27:16In this motivating 51st episode, hosts Brianna Hendley and Phil Whitebloom tackle the all-too-familiar experience of feeling frozen by uncertainty and caught in a cycle of overthinking. Have you ever found yourself stuck, second-guessing every decision? You’re not alone—and you certainly have the power to change it. Brianna and Phil discuss how to …
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354 - Leanne Lopez Mosley, Rich Queen: Using AI + Automation for Million-Dollar Months
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1:01:32"When you actually start to look at what's working you realize that 80% of what you're doing you could actually stop doing and if you just focused on the 20%, you would make more." Join Stephanie as she reconnects with her friend and powerhouse entrepreneur, Leanne Lopez Mosley, the founder of Rich Queen. After trading her corporate career for entr…
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Floc Hard or Go Home: Greg Beard’s 35 Summers of Pool Wisdom
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1:13:03Text us a pool question! This week on Floc-It Friday, Rudy sits down with Greg “Beard Man” Beard—poolside philosopher, calcium whisperer, and one of the Top 10 Mentors nominated for the 2025 Talking Pools Podcast Mentor of the Year Award. Greg has spent 35 summers in the field training rookies, guiding veterans, and mentoring like it’s a martial ar…
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Twitter's former CEO on rebuilding the web for AI | Parag Agrawal (Co-founder and CEO of Parallel)
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1:05:35Parag Agrawal is the co-founder and CEO of Parallel, a startup building search infrastructure for the web’s second user: AIs. Before launching Parallel, Parag spent over a decade at Twitter, where he served as CTO and later CEO during a period of intense transformation, as well as public scrutiny. In this episode, Parag shares what he learned from …
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You have to reevaluate your pricing structure.
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56:34Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Steve and Wayne discuss the significance of mentorship in the pool industry, emphasizing how it can lead to breakthroughs and prevent burnout. They explore the dynamics of competition, pricing strategies, and the essential role of insurance for pool service businesses. The conve…
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Text us a pool question! In this conversation, Sarah discusses the importance of self-care and equipment maintenance for pool technicians. She emphasizes the need for proper hydration, nutrition, and safety precautions while working in extreme weather conditions. Sarah also highlights the significance of stretching and physical maintenance to preve…
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NightCap: Can the Offense Improve Enough?
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27:06BTN's team wasn't too impressed with the offense...can the Boilers Offense gel before Ball State comes to town?By Bleav + Boiled Sports
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OLV’s “Table Stakes” Moment With Ross Walker and Carel van Rooyen of Acadia - Episode 405
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20:33DESCRIPTION Welcome to The Ecommerce Braintrust podcast, brought to you by Julie Spear, Head of Retail Marketplace Services, and Jordan Ripley, Director of Retail Operations. Today, we’re tackling what might be the least glamourously named ad product out there: OLV, short for “Online Video.” But don’t let the name fool you. Behind that bland acrony…
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Route Shuffle Drama: Andrea’s Unexpected Detour
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47:54Text us a pool question! This week on the Talking Pools Podcast, Andrea shares a behind-the-scenes story that every pool pro can relate to—getting reassigned to a different service route after a property manager’s complaint. What really happened? Was it about the water? The filter? Or something completely out of left field? Andrea takes us through …
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Leading Through Change - Courageous Conversations In Uncertain Times Ep. 50
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30:50In this landmark 50th episode, hosts Brianna Hendley and Phil Whitebloom delve into the crucial topic of courageous conversations during uncertain times. Leadership often requires addressing tough conversations, particularly when the future is unclear. Whether it’s restructuring a team, delivering difficult news, or navigating the emotional complex…
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Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, Peter, Shane, and Lee reflecting on personal health challenges, and career transitions. They explore the emotional aspects of leaving a long-standing career, the impact of mentorship on personal and professional growth, and the importance of prioritizing family and well-being. T…
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353 - Catherine Gray, She Angel Investors: Venture Capital Secrets Every Woman Founder Should Know
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43:33"We together can move that needle and help change the world for the better." Catherine Gray is an entrepreneur, producer, and advocate for women's empowerment known for her impactful work supporting entrepreneurs through media and funding platforms. As the founder of She Angel Investors and the co-founder of the She Angels Foundation, Catherine bri…
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The 4-Step Code to Influence with Chase Hughes
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58:36"The Hidden Scripts Controlling Your Life – And How to Take Them Back" What if the way you parent, sell, lead, or even love… isn’t really you? In this episode, Jeff Bloomfield is joined by Chase Hughes—former military interrogation trainer turned behavioral profiling expert—who reveals how your subconscious has been running scripts written when you…
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Who are the TOP 10 Mentors? Who are you? What is WOW? Is BIG BROTHER Watching? 👀
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29:16Text us a pool question! In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Rudy discusses the launch of the Women of Water initiative by Pool Corp and PHTA, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the contributions of women in the pool industry. He shares insights on how personal stories and motivations can shape professional identities and the need …
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Natural Disasters in the Service Industry and Crucial Role of Communication
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56:33Text us a pool question! communication, natural disasters, insurance, client relations, pool maintenance, service industry, water chemistry, customer service, liability, business management In this episode of the Talking Pools podcast, hosts Steve and Wayne discuss various topics ranging from recent natural disasters to the importance of effective …
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Ignoring Silicon Valley advice to build a $3B fintech unicorn | Immad Akhund (Co-founder and CEO of Mercury)
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1:01:52Immad Akhund is the CEO and co-founder of Mercury, a digital banking platform that’s become the go-to financial infrastructure for startups. Before Mercury, Immad spent nearly two decades founding companies, learning the hard way what separates a good idea from a great business. In this episode, Immad shares the hard-earned lessons from launching M…
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Text us a pool question! pool equipment, color vision bubblers, Pentair IntelliBright, construction challenges, installation issues, foundation problems, pool maintenance, electrical breakers, pool lighting, pool repair In this conversation, Drew and Sarah discuss various challenges faced in the pool maintenance and installation industry. They delv…
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Alumni game, basketball practice notes and a lil' football tooBy Bleav + Boiled Sports
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The Retail Round-Up - Vendor Gets BTPs, Vine Gets Retail Ready-Er, and I Know How Much OLV You Watched Last Summer - Episode 404
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28:15🎙️News Review with Scott Ohsman, Armin Alispahic, and Ross Walker DESCRIPTION Welcome to another edition of The Retail Round Up: your monthly recap of the biggest headlines and developments in the retail world. Today, we’re joined by a very special returning guest: Scott Ohsman from the Always Off Brand podcast. We’re also bringing back our go-to e…
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Borates, Dangers Lurking in Hotel Pools, and Heat Stroke
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31:52Text us a pool question! Borates, pool safety, heat stroke, MRSA, chlorine, health risks, swimming pool maintenance, heat-related illnesses, summer safety, pool infections, public safety In this episode of Talking Pools - BORATES! Followed by Andrea on the alarming health risks associated with swimming pools, particularly focusing on a case of a to…
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Leading Through Change - Change-proof Your Career Thriving When Everything Shifts Ep. 49
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27:55When everything around you is shifting—your company, industry, or role—how can you stay grounded and continue to evolve? Brianna and Phil share practical steps that professionals can implement to remain relevant and in demand, even when the ground feels unstable. They discuss the importance of developing a personal value framework and cultivating a…
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The Emotional Journey of Selling a Business
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28:10Text us a pool question! In this episode of Mondays Down Under, the hosts discuss the recent sale of a pool shop and the emotional and logistical aspects of running a business in the pool industry. They explore the importance of preparation for selling a business, the role of staff during transitions, and the impact of technology and AI on the indu…
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352 - Divya Gugnani, 5 SENS: Lessons on Launching Products That Truly Connect With Customers
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51:12“Every email that goes out with a pitch to tell someone about the brand, they may not answer, they may not opt in for product, and we may not gift them, but I built one more touch point of brand awareness and maybe [they] read that email and discovered our brand. You have to be what 99% of the world is not, which is consistent.” In this episode, St…
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