"Smoke Break" is a weekly micro-podcast delivering essential management tips for convenience store assistant managers in just 5-10 minutes. Host Mike Hernandez shares practical strategies for store operations, staff management, and career advancement. Perfect for busy assistant managers, each episode provides actionable solutions to real-world c-store challenges that you can implement immediately.
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This podcast is for assistant managers looking to get promoted to store managers and new store managers. Getting promoted is the easy part. Keeping the job and becoming good at it is where I can help. Good results, good work-life balance, and big bonuses are what I'm talking about!
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Ranked in the top 1% of ALL podcasts, the Proof to Product podcast is your trusted resource for sustainable business growth - especially if you make and sell physical products! Join Katie Hunt, each week as she shares strategies & solutions to enhance your sales & marketing so that you’re building a business that supports your best life. If you’ve ever asked yourself can I make money selling physical products? Am I ready to sell my products wholesale to stores like Target, Anthropologie, Nor ...
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UX Research Club is a podcast dedicated to the rising field of User eXperience Research. Dr Emmanuelle Savarit is an expert in UX research and the author of Practical User Research: How to integrate User experience research into your product development. Emmanuelle has created this podcast to share her passion for the UX research discipline with you. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact her on LinkedIn -Emmanuelle Savarit, PhD The UX Research Club's 1st season was released ...
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This podcast is for multi-unit managers and independent owners striving to scale their success and widen the scope of their success and impact. Together we will strive to get you to the top of the mountain.
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Welcome to Rebel HR, Life and Work on Your Terms, the podcast where conformity isn't an option and the only rule is to make your own. Each episode, we'll dive deep into the art of living and working authentically. Here's what's in store for you: The essence of living life and approaching work on your own terms Strategies for crafting your unique path in life and career Defying Conventions: We discuss how to break free from societal and corporate expectations to carve out a fulfilling life an ...
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This is a podcast for first-time app founders to help them refine their idea, build an insanely useful app, scale it up, and change the world.
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Welcome to the Coso Capital Show! Thanks for stopping by! Coso Capital is a show dedicated to wealth building and private investing, but at its core, it’s really about designing the life you truly want. Whether you’re here to learn about personal finance, real estate, business, or personal development, we’ve got plenty of topics to explore. Who are we? We’re Denny and Dessiree (or just Dessi). Like many, we once wished for more—more freedom, more time, more financial security. Eventually, we ...
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How do retailers decide where to locate new stores? Why do consumers behave in a particular manner? How does a frozen pea get from harvest to a supermarket freezer? How do independent and online businesses compete with high street chains? These are just some of the many questions answered throughout this collection of video material that looks in depth at the dynamic and innovative retail industry, and what the future might have in store for retailers and businesses alike. Store operations, ...
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Welcome to MushroomLink, the new Australian mushroom industry communications program, funded by Hort Innovation using the mushroom research and development levy and contributions from the Australian Government. Led by Applied Horticultural Research, MushroomLink aims to bring you the latest research, development and marketing news from here and around the world.Link to the website: https://www.mushroomlink.com.au/
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Each monthly episode of Under Development with Scannell Properties includes engaging conversation covering tips and trends in logistics and industrial real estate. Podcast episodes feature a development executive in a different geographic market, covering the United States and parts of Canada and Europe. Guests include experts from various parts of the development spectrum, including construction, capital and brokerage. Under Development is hosted by Jay Tanjuan, a director of development at ...
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Welcome to Jesus + Juliet with your host, Lara Doll Kennedy. What started out as a podcast about Christian theatre has evolved into a show with honest conversations regarding personal development, relationships, and conscious living. If you love it, leave a review and don’t forget to follow me on IG @laradollkennedy
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Game Dev Podcast hosted by Team RisingHigh, a 13 Time Apple Featured Indie Game Studio. Kevin & Jilly discuss everything game development and game making topics. Covering all aspects of creating, designing and marketing mobile and indie games. Actionable, practical Game Dev info squirted up your ears every week, you just bring the biscuits.
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The data revolution is here. Leaders who don’t adapt will be left behind. In this podcast, we interview business leaders who have made their companies more data-driven. They share their stories and the strategies they have used to drive results.
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My Name Is Sai Charan Paloju, I'm From India. I’ll take Interviews of Different Country people who are into Different Professions who are from Different parts of the Planet.
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Welcome to Audacious Hope with Jacy Lawler, the podcast designed to inspire resilience, mental well-being, and personal transformation in a world that often feels overwhelming. In a time when media feeds a cycle of fear, negativity, and despair, Jacy brings you a refreshing, empowering voice focused on hope, mindset, and the power of positive thinking. Each episode dives into practical tools, inspiring stories, and expert insights to help you break free from the mental and emotional burdens ...
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407 | Alumni Spotlights: Before & After Paper Camp
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We are currently in the middle of the biggest wholesale buying season of the year, so naturally, it is both a fun and easy time to share wins from our community and talk about our upcoming wholesale coaching program, Paper Camp. This is where we teach you everything you need to know to successfully sell wholesale and we've got a pretty strong track…
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Send us a text Ever wonder why large companies struggle to innovate despite having vast resources at their disposal? According to Andy Binns, co-founder of ChangeLogic and co-author of "Corporate Explorer," we've been looking at innovation all wrong. The secret to corporate innovation isn't hiring outside entrepreneurs or creating flashy innovation…
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406 | From 0 to 60+ Stores Selling Watercolor Kits with Kate Talcott
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I'm curious, have you been thinking about niching down or focusing in on one product type? But maybe you're nervous about making that transition or having all your eggs in one basket? This is exactly what Kate Talcott did and she reaped the benefits and then some. Kate is our guest this week, and I'm excited to share her story. Kate is one of our P…
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405 | I Just Got On Faire. Am I Supposed to be Pitching My Products? with Katie Hunt
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Today I wanted to answer a great question that I received from a student. It's a simple one on the surface, but it opens the door to an important conversation about how we are approaching wholesale as product-based business owners. Here's the question Lindsay asked: I just opened on Faire recently. Am I supposed to be pitching my products? I'm a to…
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S3-E4: Why Data Protection Matter in UX research: A Conversation with Natasha den Dekker
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Send us a text In Today's episode, I am delighted to have a conversation with Natasha den Dekker. Natasha is a Lead User Researcher working in the financial services industry, and today, we will be discussing data protection in user research. With extensive experience spanning the legal, healthcare, and public sectors, Natasha brings a rigorous and…
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404 | 5 Things That Paper Camp Scholarship Winners Have in Common with Katie Hunt
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It is that time again. We are now accepting Paper Camp scholarship applications. If you have wanted to attend our wholesale intensive coaching program, but you need a little help with tuition, now is your time to shine. We award one full tuition scholarship for each and every round of Paper Camp. Since 2011, we have awarded more than $345,000 in sc…
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403 | Best Wholesale Pitching Practices with Two Shopkeepers, Victoria Venturi & Katie Wilson
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One of the highlights of our Paper Camp program is the weekly coaching calls that we host by me and our guest experts. You not only get to ask questions about that week's curriculum and content from Paper Camp, but you also get to hear firsthand from industry experts. These are wholesale experts: large-scale wholesale manufacturers, retail shop own…
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402 | 5 Big Mistakes I See in Product Catalogs (and How to Fix Them) with Katie Hunt
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Today on the podcast, I want to talk about your wholesale catalog. Your wholesale catalog is the most important sales tool in your wholesale toolbox. Yet simple mistakes may be costing you a lot of money and a lot of headaches. So this week, I want to talk about five common errors that I see when I'm reviewing catalogs for clients so that you can a…
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401 | Going From 20 to 120 Wholesale Accounts with Carley Hussain, Parcel Island
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Hey friend. You know how much I love sharing success stories here on the podcast and this week is no exception. I had the pleasure of connecting with Carley Hussain of Parcel Island, which is a gift and stationery business based out of Philadelphia. Carley is one of our talented Paper Camp alumni who started with 20 wholesale accounts and she is no…
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Celebrating 400 Episodes: Getting Candid About Podcasting, Resilience, and Business Growth with Katie Hunt
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Hey friend, it's Brittney Lynn. I know you're likely expecting Katie Hunt and I promise she is featured in this episode. If we haven't met before, I am Katie's publicist and I am also the podcast producer of this very podcast. We wanted to do something special for the 400th episode of the podcast, so we decided to turn the tables and I'm interviewi…
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Unified Data and AI: Elevating Telecom Customer Experiences with Soren Marklund, VP of Global Services, Technology Consulting & AI Data Strategy at Ericsson
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In this episode, Dana Gardner, Principal Analyst at Interarbor Solutions, is joined by Soren Marklund, Vice President of Global Services, Technology Consulting, and AI Data Strategy at Ericsson. They explore how Ericsson leverages modern data architectures to enhance customer interactions and drive business benefits. The discussion covers the impor…
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S3-E3: Why Coaching and Mentoring UXR Matter: A conversation with Javier Bargas-Avila
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Send us a text In today's episode, I am delighted to have a conversation with Dr Javier Bargas-Avila. Dr. Javier Bargas-Avila is a UX Research Director with 20+ years of experience, passionate about building exceptional products and high-performing teams. He spent 14 years at Google leading UX research across Cloud, Ads, YouTube, and Play, after fo…
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The Proof to Product team is practicing what we preach and we are going on summer break for the next two weeks! We will be back in your ears soon and we are so excited about our upcoming episodes, including our 400th episode! In the meantime, we are gearing up for another round of our Paper Camp program which will start soon. We only run Paper Camp…
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Smoke Break - Episode 25: De-escalating Tense Situations Episode Duration: 6 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals essential de-escalation techniques that transform heated confrontations into manageable conversations. Learn proven strategies for maintaining calm under pressure, using language that defuses tension, and creating safe environ…
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399 | A Peek Inside Paper Camp - Our Alumni Panel with Janine Kwoh, Jesse Regis, and Lucia Saisse Morris
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When we have our eyes set on a specific business goal, something like selling wholesale, it is incredibly beneficial to hear from people who are a few steps ahead of us in the process, which is why we close out every round of our Paper Camp program with an alumni panel. I want our students to hear from their peers. In today's podcast episode, we're…
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Beyond Banking: The Journey into AI-Powered Customer Experiences with Ameesh Paleja, EVP of Enterprise Platform Technology at Capital One
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In this episode, Dana Gardner, Principal Analyst at Interarbor Solutions sits down with Ameesh Paleja, Executive Vice President of Enterprise Platform Technology at Capital One. They explore how Capital One leverages modern data architecture, automation, and AI to improve customer interactions and experiences. The conversation delves into the impor…
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Episode 24: The Power of Empathy in Communication
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Smoke Break - Episode 24: The Power of Empathy in Communication Episode Duration: 6 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals how empathetic communication transforms challenging customer interactions into positive experiences that build trust and loyalty. Learn practical techniques for understanding customer perspectives, using language that v…
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398 | How Do I Know If I’m Ready to Exhibit at a Wholesale Trade Show with Katie Hunt
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It is officially trade show season, so today we are diving into a question that I hear all the time. It's how do I know if I'm ready to exhibit at a wholesale trade show? This is one of the biggest topics that we cover inside of Paper Camp. Paper Camp is our coaching program for product-based business owners who want to see their products on the sh…
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Chatting with Business Development Manager Microsoft at HanseVision, Microsoft MVP Copilot & M365, Corporate Influencer, Viva Explorer, Speaker, Governance Pro- Ragnar Heil from Germany
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Chatting with Ragnar Heil – Business Development Manager for Microsoft Technologies at HanseVision (a Bechtle Company), Germany. 🎙️ Microsoft MVP | Corporate Influencer | International Speaker | Office Productivity & Modern Work Expert With over 26 years of experience, Ragnar has shaped the world of Microsoft 365, SharePoint, AI & Copilot, Governan…
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CHATTING WITH ENTREPRENEUR | CO-FOUNDER OF DATASIMPLIFIED, HRSIMPLIFIED AND SOCIALSIMPLIFIED. HELPING FOUNDERS BUILD PURPOSEFUL BUSINESSES, - MICHAEL FROM WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA
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In Conversation with Michael Hamilton – The Mind Behind DataSimplified & HR Simplified Michael Hamilton is the driving force behind two powerful platforms – HR Simplified, an all-in-one HR management system, and DataSimplified, a tech venture focused on streamlining business operations. With a deep focus on small to mid-sized enterprises, Michael h…
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Chatting with CEO & Founder At Certivo (A Fortive (Nyse:ftv) & Pioneer Square Labs Company), Chairman Of The Board At Aventis Alpha Care - Kunal Chopra from United States
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Chatting with Kunal Chopra – A visionary leader from the Greater Seattle Area, United States, Kunal is currently the CEO & Founder of Certivo, a Fortive (NYSE: FTV) and Pioneer Square Labs-backed company that's transforming product compliance through the power of AI, including generative and predictive models. He also serves as Chairman of the Boar…
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Chatting with Founder & CEO at Ethernity CLOUD- Iosif Peterfi from Bavaria, Germany
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🎧 Conversation with Iosif Peterfi – Visionary Behind Ethernity CLOUD In this episode, I had the opportunity to connect with Iosif Peterfi, the Founder & CEO of Ethernity CLOUD, based in Bavaria, Germany. Iosif is not just a blockchain expert — he’s a problem-solver driven by a deep passion for technology, security, and scientific integrity. With hi…
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Chatting with Chemical engineering professor in nanobiotech, B.S.E. @UMich, PhD @MIT, postdoc @Caltech, parent, fighting for scientific integrity in Switzerland- Ardemis Boghossian
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In this episode, I chat with Dr. Ardemis Boghossian, a brilliant mind in chemical engineering and nanobiotechnology, currently shaping the future of science at EPFL, Switzerland. With a B.S.E. from the University of Michigan, a Ph.D. from MIT, and postdoctoral research at Caltech, her academic journey is nothing short of elite. But beyond the labs …
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Smoke Break - Episode 23: Clear and Concise Communication Episode Duration: 6 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals the essential communication skills that make assistant managers more effective in fast-paced convenience store environments. Learn how to deliver messages quickly and clearly to customers and team members, prioritize informat…
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How I got started investing? What are family offices? #wealth #investing #familyoffice #EAW
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Real Estate Investing, Personal Finance, and Wealth Building Education Helping People Build Prosperity with Real Estate and Smart Financial Strategies 🚀 Welcome to the Coso Capital Podcast, your go-to channel for real estate investments, mortgage loans, and financial education—designed to help YOU achieve financial freedom in the U.S. and worldwide…
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Chatting with The Only White Label Shopping Platform Offering Cash Back Both Online and In-Store
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Exclusive Interview: The Unique White Label Shopping Platform with Cash Back Online & In-Store — Featuring Martin Berns and Mike Verdun I had the privilege of interviewing two visionary leaders: Martin Berns, Founder of Loyalty Superstore Inc., the only white-label shopping platform offering cash back both online and in-store, and Michael (Mike) Ve…
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397 | How to Achieve More by Learning Less with Pat Flynn, Smart Passive Income
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I'm excited for today's episode because we've got Pat Flynn from Smart Passive Income. Pat is a father, a husband, a lifelong learner, and, honestly, one of the most generous teachers out there when it comes to business and entrepreneurship. He has built several successful companies, launched best-selling books, and invented products like the Switc…
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Smoke Break - Episode 22: The Art of Active Listening
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Smoke Break - Episode 22: The Art of Active Listening Episode Duration: 6 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals the difference between simply hearing customers and truly listening to them. Learn essential active listening techniques that transform customer interactions, build stronger relationships, and help you resolve issues more effecti…
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Chatting with Federal Government Judge- Tony Saragas From Harlan, Kentucky, United States
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Chatting with Federal Government Judge- Tony Saragas From Harlan, Kentucky, United States- Tony Saragas is a respected attorney with the Social Security Administration (SSA), located in Harlan, Kentucky, United States. With extensive experience in federal law and public service, Tony is entrusted with the responsibility of representing the SSA in l…
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S3-E2: Why Research Ops Matters: A conversation with Kate Towsey
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Send us a text In today's episode, I am delighted to have a conversation with Towsey Kate Towsey is an independent strategic advisor, ResearchOps guru, and founder of the Cha Cha Club a members' club for ResearchOps professionals. Kate has been at the forefront of ResearchOps for over a decade. The inventor of the widely used acronym PWDR (pau·duh)…
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Chatting with Founder of Ocuroot- Tom Elliott from New York, United States
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Chatting with Founder of Ocuroot- Tom Elliott from New York, United States- Engineering leader with 15+ years of experience across full-stack web development, mobile applications, and command-line tools. Driven by a passion for enhancing developer experience, contributing to open source, and engaging in technical public speaking more info at https:…
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396 | Prioritizing When Everything Feels Urgent with ADHD Coach Skye Waterson, Unconventional Organisation
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This week's podcast topic has been highly requested, and so I'm happy to bring it to you today. I invited Skye Watterson who is an ADHD strategist, coach, and the founder of Unconventional Organisation. She helps business owners stay focused, build consistent revenue, and scale without feeling burnt out. Skye was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, an…
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AI and the Future of Finance: Decoding Earnings Calls with Liam Hynes, Global Head of New Product Development at S&P Global Market Intelligence
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In this episode, Dana Gardner, Principal Analyst at Interarbor Solutions is joined by Liam Hynes, Global Head of New Product Development at S&P Global Market Intelligence. They discuss how S&P Global Market Intelligence utilizes AI to analyze corporate earnings calls to guide and improve financial reporting. These insights help businesses enhance c…
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Episode 21: Putting It All Together - Creating the Ultimate Customer Experience
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Smoke Break - Episode 21: Putting It All Together - Creating the Ultimate Customer Experience Episode Duration: 6 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he demonstrates how to combine all customer service skills into seamless, exceptional experiences. Learn how to blend cue reading, empathy, needs anticipation, and expectation management to create mem…
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Chatting with Olivier Gomez (OG), Co-Founder and CEO at IAC.Al From France
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Chatting with Olivier Gomez (OG), Co-Founder and CEO at IAC.Al From France- I recently had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Olivier Gomez (OG) – a visionary leader in the world of Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Digital Strategy. Olivier isn’t just another tech expert; he’s a recognized global authority who has helped shape the …
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Chatting with Host & Executive Producer at American Sunrise Early Edition, with Jake Novak on Real America's Voice News, Executive Spokesman at Betar USA- Jake Novak from New York, United States
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Jake Novak is the Host and Executive Producer of American Sunrise Early Edition with Jake Novak, airing Monday to Friday at 7 AM on Real America’s Voice News (@RealAmVoice). Based in New York, Jake delivers sharp political insight, timely news coverage, and thought-provoking commentary to audiences across the United States. Beyond the newsroom, Jak…
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Chatting with Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Invess AI, Chief Advisor at CITD- Julian So from Hong Kong SAR
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Julian So is a forward-thinking executive and global strategist, currently serving as the Group CEO and Chief Advisor driving innovation at the intersection of AI, Web3, and finance. With a strong foundation in regulatory consulting, financial services, and emerging technologies, he is leading the creation of a decentralized AI-powered financial co…
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Chatting with Principal Software Engineer at Treasure Data Justin Heyes-Jones from British Columbia, Canada
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Chatting with Principal Software Engineer at Treasure Data Justin Heyes-Jones from British Columbia, Canada- Justin Heyes-Jones is a seasoned software developer with broad experience spanning the Fintech, Leisure, and Entertainment industries. His career ranges from building AAA video games at studios like Sony and Activision to engineering scalabl…
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Unlocking Disney's Magic: AI and Automation in Multimedia Storytelling with Nick Winfrey, Vice President of Data Science & Data Strategy at The Walt Disney Company
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In this episode, Dana Gardner, Principal Analyst at Interarbor Solutions is joined by Nick Winfrey, Vice President of Data Science and Data Strategy at The Walt Disney Company. They explore Disney's extensive use of AI, automation, and data science to optimize advertising and enhance fan experiences. The conversation also delves into the importance…
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Smart Priorities: Managing Multiple Demands Successfully
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Episode 78 Show Notes: Smart Priorities - Managing Multiple Demands Successfully Episode Description In this final episode of the "Arrive" series from C-Store Center, host Mike Hernandez tackles the challenge every convenience store owner faces - managing competing demands and setting smart priorities when everything feels urgent. Discover how Rach…
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Convenience Store Success: Program Recap and Future Outlook
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Episode 77 Show Notes: Convenience Store Success - Program Recap and Future Outlook Episode Description In this milestone final episode of the "Thrive" series from C-Store Center, host Mike Hernandez celebrates the journey we've taken together and charts the exciting path forward for convenience store leaders. Join us as we explore the remarkable s…
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Episode 20: Reading and Responding to Customer Cues
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Smoke Break - Episode 20: Reading and Responding to Customer Cues Episode Duration: 6 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he reveals how to interpret and react to the silent signals customers communicate through their body language, tone, and expressions. Learn why understanding these non-verbal cues is essential for providing exceptional service a…
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395 | Navigating Profit Margins, Burnout, and Tariffs with Jessica Totillo Coster, eCommerce Badassery [Part 2]
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We are back with part two of my conversation with Jessica Totillo Coster, covering the State of the Product Industry survey. You can listen to part 1 by heading to prooftoproduct.com/394. During part two of my interview with Jessica, we cover how product-based businesses are making money in their businesses, including the percentages of those that …
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394 | How Product Business Owners Are Leveraging (and Missing Out On) Email Marketing with Jessica Totillo Coster, eCommerce Badassery [Part 1]
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I’m loving all the feedback that we're getting about the State of the Product Industry survey. Last week, we released two podcast episodes. One was an overview of what the report was saying, what the different stats were, and then the second episode I covered 10 opportunities that all of you should be harnessing as we continue into 2025. Because we…
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Time Well Spent: Effective Management for Store Owners
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Episode 77 Show Notes: Time Well Spent - Effective Management for Store Owners Episode Description In this game-changing episode of "Arrive from C-Store Center," host Mike Hernandez reveals how smart time management can transform your store operations and reclaim your life. Discover how Mike Reynolds cut his 80-hour work weeks down to 45 hours whil…
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Convenience Store Success: Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness
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Episode 76 Show Notes: Convenience Store Success - Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness Episode Description In this vital episode of "Thrive from C-Store Center," host Mike Hernandez delivers essential guidance on crisis management and emergency preparedness - or as he calls it, "planning for the worst while hoping for the best." Learn how …
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Episode 19: The Power of Empathy in Customer Service
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Smoke Break - Episode 19: The Power of Empathy in Customer Service Episode Duration: 8 minutes Join host Mike Hernandez as he shares insights on developing and fostering empathy in customer interactions. Learn how to lead your team in creating meaningful customer connections that transform typical transactions into memorable experiences. Episode Ov…
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393 | 10 Opportunities for Product-Based Businesses: State of the Product Industry Survey with Katie Hunt
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Today’s episode continues the conversation about the State of the Product Industry survey that we did. Last episode, I summarized what we learned when 400 product-based business owners shared intimate details about their income, profit, how much they pay themselves, their product line, their team, their sales and marketing strategies. If you have n…
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016 – Developer partnerships with rail lines: The key to rail-served industrial development. Guests: Christina Bottomley (CSX), Rashard Howard (CSX), and David Salinas (Scannell Properties).
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Rail lines are critical for meeting last-mile delivery demands. So, it benefits all parties when properties can be appropriately and correctly developed for rail port service. Partnerships between rail companies and industrial developers help make this happen. In this episode of Under Development with Scannell Properties, we talk with Christina Bot…
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392 | Revenue, Teams, Tariffs, and Trends: The State of the Product Industry in 2025 with Katie Hunt
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Every founder I know has been wondering at some point or another how much other brands are making, what tech they're using, and how big their teams are. Everyone wants to see what other brands are doing and how they are successful. Even though we know that every business journey looks different, it's natural to be curious. The product world is shif…
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