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IMC is an international development consultancy that partners with local communities, governments, international development agencies, NGOs, and the private sector to address some of the world’s primary development challenges. On "Theories of Change" we discuss international development themes and projects with colleagues and external experts and how they work to improve the lives of those in low and middle-income countries.
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A lot of games are played across the world, but only a few people can really master them. Through skill, practice and knowledge, they find the winning strategy to become the next champion. In the podcast The upper hand, we invite gamemasters to give you an insight into their strategies. Which principles should you keep in mind while playing chess? When should you wager your money on a bet? And how do you get the upper hand in a negotiation in diplomacy? With these practical tips and some vic ...
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Join private investors Mark Simpson, Bruce Packard, Roland Head and Maynard Paton as they discuss their shares, portfolios and the markets in a mix of healthy debates, lively conversations and in-depth discussions. And submit your questions for the hosts to answer! Maynard Paton has been stock-picking for 25-plus years and is a well-known private investor within the UK small- cap community. Significant influences on Maynard's investing style are the strategies of Warren Buffett, Peter Lynch ...
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Million-Dollar NILs, Unrivaled Pay, and Blockchain Contracts: The Future of Athlete Compensation
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24:56This episode dives deep into the changing economics of sports and how athletes are rewriting the rules of compensation. 🔥 NIL Spotlight: NiJaree Canady (Texas Tech Softball) First Texas Tech athlete to land a million-dollar NIL deal with the Matador Club (initial $1.05M in 2024, renewed at $1.2M in 2025). Deal breakdown includes $1,000,000 payment,…
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IMC Recap: Shocking NIL Basketball Manager Deal, Stablecoin Revolution & Paramount’s $1.1B UFC Bet
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25:52In this week’s IMC Recap, we cover some of the biggest stories shaping sports, finance, and media. From McNeese State student manager Amir “Aura” Khan turning a viral moment into major NIL deals, to the College Sports Commission’s $80M NIL approvals — and the $40M correction that followed. We also break down the Stablecoin Genius Act and its potent…
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Shedeur Sanders’ Groundbreaking Contract Clause: Lessons in Negotiation, NIL & Knowing Your Value
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9:33In this episode of The Planning Podcast, we break down one of the most fascinating details from Shedeur Sanders’ rookie contract in the NFL—the Prime Equity clause that gives him a percentage of merchandise and NIL-related revenue. This isn’t just about football—it’s about the power of negotiation, understanding your contract, and knowing your valu…
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Creating in a new world (Metaverse with Kourtin from Polygonal Mind)
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21:49The Metaverse is a whole new digital world with endless possibilities. It is very much still in development and that makes it the perfect time to become an early adapter… and to even make some money playing! In this episode we’re going to take a look at Decentraland. Decentraland is a digital world where you can own a plot of land and build whateve…
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Shooting to the top (Valorant with Sliggy from Team Liquid)
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25:22Valorant is a first person shooter game that launched back in 2020. It takes inspiration from games like Counterstrike, but has added new elements to make it even more strategic. This makes it the perfect choice for every gamer that wants to use their brain while gaming. In this episode I speak with Connor Blomfield, better known as Sliggy. Back in…
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Winning the impossible (Marathon des Sables with winner Ragna Debats)
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21:33250 kilometers divided over 6 days in the burning heat of the Moroccan Desert… that is the Marathon des Sables, one of the most challenging ultra runs in the world. Many people dream of one day running a marathon, but ultra runners take it a step further and need to perfect their training schedule and lifestyle to run these races. In this episode I…
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Poker is a very popular card game that can be played in real life as well as online. In Poker there is usually money to be made which makes it very interesting for everyone who loves strategy games and wants to try to earn some extra money. To get a better understanding of the best poker strategies, I invite Roy Goschalk to the studio. Roy runs a p…
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The Sicilian Dragon (Chess with Murad Abdulla)
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24:51Chess has always been very popular among game enthusiasts and has become more mainstream due to big shows like the Queen's Gambit. There are many championships across the world and there is lots of money to be made when you’re a real pro. In this episode I visit Murad Abdulla at the IMC office. He started playing Chess as a child and has made it to…
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How to beat the market? (Crypto with Thomas Manuel)
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24:50Back in 2009, one of the most famous crypto currencies, bitcoin, was launched and since then it has become more and more popular. The crypto market has seen enormous growth and this has made investors billions of dollars… but only the investors that know how to take advantage of the market. One of them is Thomas Manuel. He started trading crypto ba…
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Chicago special: The Human Calculator (with Mike Byster)
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28:27In this IMC Chicago special, we’re going to learn ways to sharpen your mind, impress your friends with quick mental math skills, and even possibly, improve your memory. Sounds like a big challenge… but it’s not when you have an actual human calculator in the studio. His name is Mike Byster and he is known nationwide for his fast mental math abiliti…
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VTP005 Inflation Figures, UK Small-Caps News, Commodity Producers & Value vs. Quality
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45:18Bruce Packard and Mark Simpson discuss two of our most recent additions to our portfolios. UK inflation figures and whether the corresponding market moves are logical or not. We touch on house-builders and building product suppliers. How much investors should pay for quality companies such as Games Workshop? Other key topics: Companies discussed in…
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IRT002 Round Table Discussing Asset Allocation, Ocean Wilsons (OCN), Tristel (TSTL) & Arcontech (ARC)
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59:39This time on The Investors Round Table Maynard Paton, Roland Head, Mark Simpson, and Bruce Packard discuss asset allocation and the investment potential of Ocean Wilsons (OCN), Tristel (TSTL) & Arcontech (ARC). A healthy four-way debate about the shares they own, their portfolios, and the markets. //SUPPORT US// Join private investors Mark Simpson,…
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PIP013 Maynard & Roland Analyse IntegraFin, AJ Bell & Hargreaves Lansdown, But Which Is The Best Buy?
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48:39This time Maynard Paton and Roland Head discuss the investment potential of investment platforms IntegraFin (IHP), AJ Bell(AJB) and Hargreaves Lansdown (HL), but which one? IntegraFin (IHP) is an investment platform like Hargreaves Lansdown (HL) and AJ Bell (AJB) but for financial advisers only. IntegraFin was founded in 1999 and is an FTSE 250 com…
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VTP004 Mark & Bruce Discuss UK Small-Caps, Artificial Intelligence Mania, Using Stop Losses & Investor Red Flags
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38:27Bruce Packard and Mark Simpson discuss artificial intelligence, UK small-caps DX Group (DX), Bruce's recent purchases of Frontier Developments (FDEV) and the most recent addition to Mark's portfolio Paypoint (PAY). Other key topics: How to potentially play the artificial intelligence mania. Attending Mello and listening to Lord Lee present. Paypoin…
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IRT001 Investor's Round Table Podcast with Maynard Paton, Roland Head, Mark Simpson & Bruce Packard.
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1:01:03Welcome to the first episode of The Investor's Round Table Podcast with Maynard Paton, Roland Head, Mark Simpson, and Bruce Packard. A healthy four-way debate about the shares we own, our portfolios, and the markets. In our first episode, we discuss the UK housing market and the investment potential of Bellway (BHT) vs a sector ETF. Is wiring speci…
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PIP012 Maynard & Roland Discuss UK Housing Market Behemoth Bellway; Are Bellway Shares a Good Buy?
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40:01This time Maynard Paton and Roland Head discuss UK housing market behemoth Bellway (BWY) and whether Bellway shares are a good buy right now. Bellway is a UK residential property developer founded in 1946 and is listed on the FTSE 250 Index. Roland has recently purchased Bellway shares at £17.00. Roland shares in detail the reasoning why he bought …
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PIP011 Maynard & Roland Discuss a Cash Rich, No Debt Family Run Business, Which Has Increased Dividends for 45 Years
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33:18This time Maynard Paton and Roland Head discuss UK small-cap James Halstead (JHD), which is a family-run business with no debt, is cash-rich and has increased dividends for 45 years straight. As with any company, nothing is perfect and there are concerns that Maynard and Roland discuss during this excellent breakdown of James Halstead and the inves…
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VTP003 Mark & Bruce Discuss UK Small to Mid-Caps, Inflation & Fully Invested vs Cash
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37:54Bruce Packard and Mark Simpson discuss a hand full of UK small to mid-cap companies including a recent addition to Bruce's portfolio; Hargreaves Lansdown (HL). Bruce and Mark also discuss the investment potential of Abrdn (ABDN), iEnergizer (IBPO), Kape Technologies (KAPE), Quarto Group (QRT) and Superdry (SDRY). Other key topics: Whether it's bett…
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VTP002 Mark & Bruce Discuss The Computer Gaming Industry, TP ICAP, Investment Research and Share Insights
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39:55Mark Simpson and Bruce Packard discuss one of the stand-out companies for Mark last year, TP ICAP (TCAP), whether the computer gaming industry is a value play or value trap covering Team 17 (TM17) and Tiny Build (TBLD). Are companies trading at cash or just below good companies to buy right now? Mark shares the latest addition to his stock portfoli…
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VTP001 Mark & Bruce Discuss The Banking Crisis, SVB, Sylvania Platinum, Arcontech, Portfolio Management & Share Tips
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39:42Welcome to the first episode of The Value Trapped Podcast, the podcast where private investors Bruce Packard and Mark Simpson discuss the UK small to mid-cap share market, including shares they own as well as shares they probably shouldn't own. Weaved into the conversation will be insightful nuggets of information on portfolio management, stock ana…
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PIP010 Share Review of ITV and The Investment Potential of Commercial Television
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41:46This time Maynard Paton and Roland Head discuss ITV and the investment potential of commercial television. Roland owns ITV making his first purchase in 2019 with subsequent purchases in 2020. Roland believes ITV is currently undervalued, making the case that the market is undervaluing the studio side of the business and that ITV's shift to digital …
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Ed Reed - Bethune Cookman: Impact vs. Etiquette
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33:48In this episode we unpack the controversial transition of Hall of Famer, Ed Reed, as the Head Coach for the Bethune Cookman football team. Joining us on the podcast is D.A. O'Neal, an All-American Track and Field athlete at Mississippi State University. You don't want to miss this episode. #planning #IMC #theplanningpodcast #money #edreed #coach #f…
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PIP009 Share Review of Telecom Plus and The Income Opportunity of Utility Warehouse
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34:26This time Maynard Paton and Roland Head discuss Telecom Plus (TEP) and the income potential of Utility Warehouse. Telecom Plus (TEP) has a long history of increasing dividends with a forecast of a 4% yield for this year which could rise to 6% in the coming years, based on company projections. Telecom Plus was founded in 1996 and is now an FTSE 250 …
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The Legacy of Fred L. Shuttlesworth - The Backbone of the Civil Rights Movement
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1:10:19We sit down with Charles Woods III the Education Director of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Fred L. Shuttlesworth is a Birmingham hero that played in my opinion a foundational role in Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and how he impacted the civil rights movement. #legacy #drking #money #wealth #history #birmingham #civilrights…
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We Are Back!! Season 3! Coach Prime Is Now At Colorado?!?
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20:22We're extremely excited to launch the 3rd season of The Planning Podcast. In this episode we share what's to come considering the topics we've covered and the updates that has manifested thus far. At the end of the episode you will hear my thoughts on the most recent transition of Coach Prime Deion Sanders to Colorado University from Jackson State.…
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PIP008 UK Share Review of Bioventix and The Incredible Profitability of Diagnostic Antibodies
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48:13This time Maynard Paton and Roland Head discuss the investment potential of Bioventix (BVXP) and diagnostic antibodies. Both Maynard and Roland hold AIM-listed Bioventix with Maynard's 2016 purchase of Bioventix at £11 and the shares now representing 12% of his portfolio. Roland later in 2021. Maynard and Roland break down this incredibly profitabl…
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PIP007 Fundsmith Review: Is Fundsmith Still a Good Buy?
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38:22This time Maynard Paton and Mark Atkinson discuss the investment potential of Fundsmith and whether Fundsmith is still a good buy. Mark owns Fundsmith making his first purchase in 2014 at £1.64. Mark shares how his investment in Fundsmith has been life-changing and why he believes Fundsmith is still a good place to hold 40% of his liquid wealth des…
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PIP006 FTSE Small-Cap Review: City of London Investment's 9% Yield (CLIG)
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42:44This time Maynard Paton and Mark Atkinson review FTSE Small-Cap City of London Investment and the investment potential of fund managers. Maynard shares why he owns the City of London Investment and covers in detail why he started buying the City of London Investment, what CLIG does, attending the recent City of London AGM and what Maynard thinks ab…
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PIP005 Aim Listed Small-Cap Share Review System 1 (SYS1)
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36:27This time Maynard Paton and Mark Atkinson review Aim Listed Small-Cap System 1 and the investment potential of testing adverts. System 1 is Maynard's largest holding starting with his first purchase in March of 2016, since then Maynard has further added to his position. As always Maynard covers in detail why he started buying System 1, what System …
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The perfect throw (Ultimate Frisbee with Henry Mattinson)
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17:01Ultimate frisbee, a non-contact team sport for frisbee lovers. For most people not the first sport that comes to mind… . According to the Ultimate Player’s Association, it is now played in more than 42 countries by hundreds of thousands people. One of those people is Henry Mattinson. Henry is a routineer in Ultimate Frisbee, played in multiple coun…
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Bianca's Gambit (Chess with Bianca de Jong-Muhren)
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20:54After the release of the netflix show ‘The Queen's Gambit’ in 2020, chess has increased in popularity. Many people started practicing with friends or downloaded a chess app to become better. But it’s one thing becoming better, it’s another thing to become the best. To learn more about mastering chess I invite Bianca de Jong-Muhren. She is a grandma…
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PIP004 FTSE 250 Share Review Greggs (GRG)
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29:51Welcome to The Private Investor's Podcast. This time Maynard and Mark's share review of FTSE of 250 listed Greggs (GRG) and the investment potential of sausage rolls. Mark first bought Greggs in 2003 before selling it in 2005. Mark began buying again in 2017 at £10.24 adding several times with the latest purchase at £18.00 Greggs is now one of Mark…
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How to master your hero? (Dota 2 with Brian Canavan from Team Liquid)
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19:18Dota 2, short for Defense of the Ancients 2 is a multiplayer battle arena game that is played online. It was launched in 2009 and has millions of players worldwide. I want to learn Dota 2 from the very best and so there is only one place to go: Team Liquid. Team Liquid is a professional esports organization with an amazing Dota 2 team. I got the ch…
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The art of persuasion (Two times American Diplomacy Champion David Hood)
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21:38In this episode of The Upper Hand we’re going to learn to master the game of Diplomacy. Diplomacy takes you back to Europe in 1900. You play one of the big powers in Europe and through negotiating and battling you’re trying to take over other countries. To learn how to master Diplomacy, Tim talks to David Hood. David is a two times American champio…
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The challenge of imperfect information (Magic the Gathering with former World Champion Julien Nuijten)
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19:56Magic is a trading card game with over 35 million players worldwide. Players collect cards with all kinds of magical creatures and use their powers to bring the opponent’s life count to zero. That’s when you win the game. In this episode of The Upper Hand I talk to Magic world champion Julien Nuijten. After the championship Nuijten has rarely talke…
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How to beat the bookies? (Sports betting with Owen Whyte)
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19:24Sports betting is a hobby with high risks but also high rewards. With the correct information you can find a loophole and beat the odds. In this episode of the upper hand we take a closer look at sports betting to find out how you can become the best. I visited Owen, a trader at IMC in Amsterdam. He has a lot of experience while searching the inter…
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PIP003 AIM Listed Small-Cap Share Review Somero (SOM)
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30:13Welcome to The Private Investor's Podcast. This time Maynard and Mark's review of AIM listed small-cap Somero Enterprises (SOM) and the investment potential of concrete levelling machines. Mark first bought Somero (SOM) in April 2016 adding a further nine purchases making it one of the largest holdings in his portfolio. Somero Enterprises is a US d…
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PIP002 UK Small-Cap Share Review Tristel (TSTL)
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30:24Welcome to The Private Investor's Podcast. This time Maynard and Mark review UK small-cap Tristel (TSTL) and the investment potential of medical cleaning wipes and disinfectants. Maynard bought Tristel in 2013, while Mark bought it in 2017. Both Maynard and Mark recently attended Tristel's shareholders' Open Day learning key insights about the pote…
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The #1 Real Estate Broker In Atlanta Has No Staff & Lives In Florida
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48:09In this episode we have a discussion with Rae Johnson, CEO of Johnson Signature Homes, to discuss her unique journey in the Real Estate industry and what is happening in the great city of Atlanta, Georgia. This interview was sparked by an article we read that shared the details on how A.J. Steigman sold more houses in Atlanta last year than any oth…
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PIP001 UK Small-Cap Share Review Photo-ME
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25:52Welcome to the first episode of The Private Investor's Podcast. The podcast where keen stock pickers, Mark Atkinson, and Maynard Paton talk about managing their share portfolios. Mark began buying shares in 1984, and Maynard started in 1993. In this episode we cover UK small-cap cover Photo-Me and the investment potential of passport photos and sel…
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We connect with Meagan Landress, the first Certified Student Loan Professional (CSLP) in the state of Georgia to discuss the important updates shared by the Department of Education. If you have federal student loans this interview is for you. #pslf #studentloans #forgivenessBy IMC Financial Consulting
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How To Manage A 455 Million Dollar Budget - BHM Mayor Randall L. Woodfin
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29:44During this interview we sit down with Mayor Randall L. Woodfin to get a better understanding on how money works when pertains to city government. We learn more about the steps on what it took to become elected, the research done specifically around finances, how the City of Birmingham reacted during the pandemic, the economic impact of the World G…
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If You Use Cash App, Paypal, Venmo, Lyft, Uber - Don't Use This Bank
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21:32We recently had an experience with a bank that we wanted to make sure we shared with you immediately. This is not to single out the bank but more so point out how this could impacts ones finances by them updating this policy that was not communicated publicly. If you use cash app, paypal, venmo, or a lyft/uber driver, this video is for you. If you …
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Most People Are Living Broke Because They're Faking Being Rich
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1:41:09Jayson M. Thornton is a Certified Financial Planner who's brand and visibility skyrocketed over the last year. Pocket Watching w/ JT has been instrumental in debunking and clarifying financial concepts and recommendations that's received millions a views and impressions from other platforms spewing misinformation. During this interview we learn mor…
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HOT 15 - Highest Paid College Football Coaches
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15:12In this episode we breakdown one of the unique ways the top college football programs in the country pay their coaches. USA Today has released results of its survey of the top College Football salaries. Seven of the coaches are making more than $7 million, 21 earn at least $5 million and 37 top $4 million. Tap in to learn more on how public/private…
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In this episode we unpack a different version of DEI. Instead of Diversity Equity & Inclusion we challenge our audience to Devote Empathy Intentionally. After speaking to a Fortune 500 company during Black History Month on what contributed towards the wealth gap and considering the response afterwards, we wanted to quickly share a few aspects of th…
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IMC Recap - Self-Employed People Are 4 Times Wealthier Than Workers, On Average
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28:55Today we cover 5 different articles and we also included a bonus video to preview for our next IMC Recap. 1) A new release from the Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy finds that self-employed people are, on average, wealthier than their non-self-employed peers. 2) "My employer paid me in crypto. It rose 700% in value. Now he wants e…
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IMC x Mikel Brand Oliver from Mpact Consultancy LLC
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1:18:06In today’s episode, we sit down with Mikel Brand Oliver, CEO of Mpact Consultancy LLC. Mikel speaks to her upbringing, her experience at Harvard and how her firm strengthens the execution of mission-driven initiatives and individuals striving to multiply their impact for a greater good.By IMC Financial Consulting
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IMC Recap - Anthony Pompliano x Free Money Clip
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40:28In this episode, Isaac M. Cooper reacts to a clip produced by Anthony Pompliano pertaining to the future of Guaranteed Basic Income and the overall impact on the economy. Anthony Pompliano is an entrepreneur and investor. He has built and sold numerous companies, ran Product & Growth teams at Facebook, and manages a portfolio valued at more than $5…
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IMC x Talibah Bayles from TMB Tax and Financial Services
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1:02:42Attention all business owners!! #planning #imcBy IMC Financial Consulting
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