Best Core Concepts Finance Podcasts (2025)

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3791: Reading to Remember by Michael Mehlberg on How to Retain What You Read 10:03

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3791: Michael Mehlberg reveals how to transform reading from a passive habit into an active process that strengthens memory and sparks lasting personal growth. Through reflection, repetition, a…

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2245: Random Friday: Billboards, Lead Friction, and Advertising Rotations 22:57

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It's Random Friday, that weirdly interesting podcast episode we run every month or so where RIch aggregates a bunch of little nuggets that don't really warrant an entire podcast, but are certainly worth talking about. Today Rich covers diverse topics such as billboards, putting friction in your lead forms, how and when to rotate your TV and radio a…

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3790: Create a Life You Want to Live, Not a Life You Have to Live by Renee Benes of The Fun Sized Life 8:34

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3790: Renee Benes reminds us that building a fulfilling life starts with intention, not obligation. Through practical guidance on money management, goal-setting, and self-care, she empowers rea…

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2244: TBT: Ninja Level Financing 24:10

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It's another Throwback Thursday, where we dig into the vault and find gold from days gone by. You've heard Rich on the podcast talking about financing before… you know, how you should integrate the discussion into your salesperson's opening, and talk about monthly payments from the git go. Today's podcast starts there… and then takes the discussion…

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3789: You're Okay by Mark Manson on Accepting Yourself as You Are 9:32

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3789: Mark Manson reminds us that most of what we label as “major life problems” are simply the natural ups and downs of being human. By accepting ourselves, flaws, discomforts, and all, we fin…

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2243: Competing In A Crowded Marketplace 24:43

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This one starts off as a strategy call… where you'll hear a contractor talking about a whole lot of unethical things that are happening in his market with his competitors lying to consumers and causing them to have problems with their insurance companies. Then, just as he's getting worked up… the recording goes bad, and Rich has to finish the episo…

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3788: 10 Things Minimalists Don't Do by Melissa Camara Wilkins with Becoming Minimalist on Habits That Simplify Life 9:17

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3788: Melissa Camara Wilkins challenges the misconception that minimalism is just about aesthetics, revealing how simplifying life leads to more clarity, energy, and meaningful moments. Her ins…

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2242: Fly On The Wall: Coming Up With Company Slogans 26:20

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Today's episode is a bit of a changeup… you are going to listen in on a conversation between Rich and one of his senior copywriters, Nick, as they discuss possible slogans for one of their clients. You'll find this process both fascinating and inspirational. Well, not inspirational like "Now I want to run a marathon or climb Mt Kilamanjaro"... but …

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3787: How to Fight the Desire for More by Mike Donghia of This Evergreen Home on Choosing Contentment Over Comparison 9:30

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3787: Mike Donghia reflects on how the constant urge to acquire more, whether through impulse buys or social comparison, gradually erodes contentment. By learning to pause before purchasing, ap…

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2241: 5 Ways To Tighten Things Up 12:19

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Another Monday means it's time for another installment of our "5 Ways To Monday" series… The economy's tightening—so should your business. Scrutinize workers, sales reps, suppliers, expenses, and marketing to boost efficiency, cut waste, and maximize profitability without losing momentum in slower economic times.…

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3786: Sometimes You Have to Move Back in Order to Move Forward by Jay and Heather Harrington of Life And Whim 10:36

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3786: Jay and Heather Harrington explore how life’s backward steps often lead to the most meaningful growth. Through honest reflection and gentle wisdom, they show that slowing down, reassessin…

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3785: Frugality in Practice: Do-it-Yourself Home Maintenance by JD Roth of Get Rich Slowly on Practical Ways to Live Frugally 10:08

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3785: JD Roth shares how tackling home repairs himself, despite fear and frustration, has saved money and built confidence over time. Through practical lessons learned from leaky toilets and br…

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2240: Sunday Podcast: What Kind of Peace Do We Seek? 34:24

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It's another Sunday podcast, and as you know, this is where Rich turns to subjects more in the realm of spirituality and self improvement.By Rich Harshaw

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3784: [Part 2] A Gentle Warrior's Manifesto to End Busyness by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less 9:53

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3784: Courtney Carver invites us to reclaim our time and peace by becoming "gentle warriors," intentionally rejecting the glorification of busyness in favor of presence, gratitude, and calm. Th…

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2239: Topic Showcase: Level 10 Core Concepts 31:18

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Every Saturday, we showcase a topic important to you by rounding up the greatest highlights and clips from Level 10 Contractor's ENTIRE podcast run. This week, we review core concepts of Level 10's marketing strategy. This is a great refresher if you've been listening to the podcast, absolutely necessary if you're new to Level 10, and a perfect boo…

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3783: [Part 1] A Gentle Warrior's Manifesto to End Busyness by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less 9:28

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3783: Courtney Carver invites us to quietly rebel against the chaos of modern life by becoming “gentle warriors” who prioritize presence, health, and heartfelt decisions over constant productiv…

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2238: Webinar Replay: The Unified Contractor Marketing Framework 1:02:00

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Most contractor marketing is chaos—disconnected PPC, SEO, and ads chasing different goals. The Unified Contractor Marketing Framework aligns every channel under one Identity-based strategy for consistent messaging, unified reporting, and predictable lead growth.By Rich Harshaw

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3782: Discover Your World: Ways to Live Present by Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life on Embracing Presence and Curiosity 9:44

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3782: Danae Smith invites us to slow down and reconnect with our surroundings through intentional, mindful living. By taking simple yet powerful actions, like walking without distractions, unpl…

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2237: TBT: Innovation Formulas, Part 2 59:42

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It's another Throwback Thursday, where we dig into the vault and find gold from days gone by. Today, we continue our discussion on Innovation Formulas. What's an innovation formula? It's a specific way to look at your business in terms of innovation. Today's formulas include such things as the "Pulaski No-Punt," "Free Lunch," "Guaranteed Greatness,…

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3781: Here is a Very Simple Method For Success by Benjamin Hardy on Small Steps That Create Big Wins 10:39

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3781: Benjamin Hardy reveals how specific, measurable goals, defined through daily journaling and real-world experiences, can dramatically shift your mindset and reshape your future. By focusin…

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2236: 10 Things That Make Level 10 Websites Better Than Most 27:53

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Want to know what separates a great website from a mediocre one? One that generates leads vs one that just kind of sits there? Today Rich goes through a list of TEN things that we do over here at Level 10 Contractor that make our sites, well, better than other ones you might get from other companies. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AhamlAIKo2M…

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3780: 5 Tips on How to Live More Intentionally by Julianna Poplin of The Simplicity Habit on Living with Clarity and Purpose 10:37

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3780: Julianna Poplin invites readers to simplify their lives by being intentional with what they own, how they spend, and where they focus their time and attention. Through mindful declutterin…

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2235: Billboard Quick Tips 9:39

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Another Monday means it's time for another installment of our "5 Ways To Monday" series… Today, it's all about adding extra income streams. Rich is going to talk about adding product lines, selling your leads, engineering joint ventures with other companies… and more.By Rich Harshaw

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3779: How We Spend Our Days by Anthony Ongaro of Break The Twitch on Making the Most of Each Day 8:52

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3779: Anthony Ongaro reflects on how the small, everyday actions we choose ultimately shape our lives, urging greater mindfulness about how we spend our moments. Through gentle reflection, he i…

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2234: 5 Ways To Create Extra Revenue Streams 19:58

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Another Monday means it's time for another installment of our "5 Ways To Monday" series… Today, it's all about adding extra income streams. Rich is going to talk about adding product lines, selling your leads, engineering joint ventures with other companies… and more. Watch on Youtube: 6 Side Hustles for Contractors [WITHOUT Losing Focus on Your Ma…

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3778: Being Present - The Simple Solution To All Your Problems by Richard Paterson of Think Less And Grow Rich 11:11

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3778: Richard Paterson reminds us that most of what we call “problems” exist only in our thoughts, not in the present moment. By shifting attention from worries about the past or future to the …

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3777: Me Time For Reducing Stress and Improving Wellbeing by Elly McGuinness on Why Self-Care Isn’t Selfish 12:00

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3777: Elly McGuinness reminds us that the key to sustained wellbeing and stress relief lies in prioritizing “me time.” Through simple daily rituals and even micro-moments of self-care, she show…

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2233: Sunday Podcast: Strengthen What's Good About The Lawn 11:22

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It's another Sunday podcast, and as you know, this is where Rich turns to subjects more in the realm of spirituality and self improvement. Rich's message today just might strike a chord… because he's basically going to tell you to STOP trying to fix yourself. He's going to give you a new perspective on why you have the struggles you have, and what …

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3776: Live on Purpose by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Choosing a Meaningful Life 9:47

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3776: Leo Babauta explores how living “on purpose” transforms the way we move through our days, from rushing mindlessly to acting with awareness and meaning. He encourages slowing down, alignin…

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2232: Topic Showcase: Branding 28:16

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Every Saturday, we showcase a topic important to you by rounding up the greatest highlights and clips from Level 10 Contractor's ENTIRE podcast run. This week, we cover branding. What's that you say? You already are the master of branding? Or you're too small for branding? Nonsense, on both accounts! Branding is more than your name or your logo or …

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3775: I Was Not a Minimalist Until I Was AND Walk a Mile in My Blisters by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists 12:53

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3775: Joshua Fields Millburn explores how living meaningfully requires us to step away from blind reliance on experts and instead embrace curiosity, experimentation, and personal discovery. At …

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2231: Stern Advice To Small Remodelers 8:37

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As the title would suggest, this episode is geared toward smaller remodelers, and it has to do with having a fundamental understanding of what it takes to be successful in business, from a marketing perspective. If you're a bigger company–go ahead and take a listen, too… you just might find this to be helpful for you as well.…

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3774: Is Your Home a Sinkhole by Allison Carmen on Letting Go of What Drains You 8:09

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3774: Allison Carmen explores how the weight of possessions, financial stress, and emotional clutter can quietly drain energy and joy from our lives. By questioning what we truly need and creat…

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2230: TBT: Innovation Formulas, Part 1 1:05:50

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It's another Throwback Thursday, where we dig into the vault and find gold from days gone by. Today is a real treat. Innovation has always been a big part of what Rich teaches and preaches about… and he's kind of cracked the code. Instead of doing what most innovation books and gurus do--which encourages you to be innovative, and tells you about Ap…

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3773: Live Every Day Like Your First by Tynan on Finding Joy in the Everyday 8:17

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3773: Tynan challenges the cliché of living each day like it’s your last and instead suggests living each day like it’s your first. By viewing life as a garden, he shows how habits, relationshi…

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2229: What I Learned About Marketing as a Juror on a Murder Trial 21:35

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Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eYoYVbkEDX0 Today's podcast is interesting on many levels. Rich is going to tell you a story about the time when he was a juror on a murder trial… and how the district attorney's failure to clearly educate the jury on certain specific points that he THOUGHT were readily apparent to everyone confused the heck out o…

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3772: An Excerpt from the book The Compass Within by Robert Glazer on Leading with Core Values 12:16

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3772: Robert Glazer shares how discovering and defining his core values transformed his leadership from a patchwork imitation of others into an authentic, values-driven approach. By aligning de…

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2228: Keynote Replay: Rich on Branding in Toronto - Amazing Identity Workshop (Part 2) 1:28:50

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In this live GAF Toronto workshop, Rich reveals how remodeling contractors can generate 200–500 quotable leads per month using SEO, Google Business Profiles, Meta ads, and PPC. He breaks down "geo-keyword pairs," the power of identity-based websites, and the importance of optimized service-area pages, reviews, and consistent digital marketing to bu…

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3771: The Subjectivity of Time by Colin Wright of Exile Lifestyle on Perceiving Time Differently 9:54

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3771: Colin Wright explores how our perception of time shifts depending on attention, novelty, and emotional state, and how that subjectivity can work either against us or for us. By becoming m…

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2227: 5 Ways To Negotiate Better Media Buys 17:49

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Another Monday means it's time for another installment of our "5 Ways To Monday" series… Today Rich is talking about negotiating those media deals. This topic is on his mind because he's been working with some of Level 10's staff on media negotiations recently… and he made a few notes on some things he's been helping them with. So it's not exactly …

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3770: The Rudder of the Day by Steve Pavlina on Setting Daily Direction 8:34

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3770: Steve Pavlina explains how the first hour of each morning acts as a rudder that steers the rest of the day. By consciously choosing activities that create clarity, focus, and energy, you …

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3769: Are You Frustrated, Anxious or Angry? Listen Inside, You May Be Tripping! By Ingrid Y. Helander 9:30

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3769: Ingrid Y. Helander explores how frustration, anxiety, and anger often arise when we “trip” over hidden parts of ourselves. By using mindful techniques rooted in Internal Family Systems, P…

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2226: Sunday Podcast: If You Want Things To Change, You Have To Actually Do Things Differently 19:04

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It's another Sunday podcast, and as you know, this is where Rich turns to subjects more in the realm of spirituality and self improvement. Today Rich answers why no one keeps to their goals. He quickly disposes of the old, stand-by excuses of being too lazy, too busy, or too distracted by other things. It might actually have more to do with overcom…

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3768: How to Tap into your Secret Super Power by Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise on Discovering Inner Strength 8:42

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3768: Rachel Shanken reminds us that emotions are not weaknesses but powerful signals that guide us to deeper self-awareness, connection, and joy. By embracing the full spectrum of our feelings…

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2225: Topic Showcase: Educating The Customer 36:19

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Every Saturday, we showcase a topic important to you by rounding up the greatest highlights and clips from Level 10 Contractor's ENTIRE podcast run. This week, we cover a core tenet in the success of Level 10 marketing, namely Education. Customers want to make the best buying decision. If you help them do that–not just sell them on why to buy from …

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3767: How to Overcome Feeling Self-Conscious, Insecure and Sensitive by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie 8:28

21d ago8:28

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3767: Irene Elias shares simple yet powerful strategies to stop letting insecurity and self-consciousness hold you back. By shifting perspective, practicing self-compassion, and gently pushing …

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2224: How To Wrap Your Arms Around All Things AI 53:28

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Contractors are drowning in software, data, and "AI" tools that don't talk to each other. Enter Rize—the AI growth engine built to fix it all. In this episode, Rich Harshaw talks with co-founder Vincent Sun and enterprise sales expert Chris Rice about how Rize will revolutionize home improvement companies by creating true AI employees that automate…

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3766: 9 Warning Signs You’re in Bad Company by Marc Chernoff of Marc And Angel on How to Improve Well-being 11:21

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3766: Marc Chernoff highlights subtle but powerful signs that the people around you may be draining your energy, undermining your growth, or holding you back from the life you deserve. His insi…

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2223: TBT: Marketing For Local Yokels 48:38

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It's another Throwback Thursday, where we dig into the vault and find gold from days gone by. Got a small, local business? Today we go back to 2014 for a webinar Rich did back then teaching David how to beat Goliath. The principles he's going to discuss can apply to any kind of business… but for his example, he shows you how a local Korean Donut Sh…