Learn from history's greatest entrepreneurs. Every week I read a biography of an entrepreneur and find ideas you can use in your work. This quote explains why: "There are thousands of years of history in which lots and lots of very smart people worked very hard and ran all types of experiments on how to create new businesses, invent new technology, new ways to manage etc. They ran these experiments throughout their entire lives. At some point, somebody put these lessons down in a book. For v ...
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Our Goal's to Help Change the World by Helping YOU to Shine Bright! Now one of the top self-help & spirituality shows in 185 countries w/a new inspirational, motivational, spiritual, Law of Attraction or health-oriented guest DAILY! Plus guided meditations! After overcoming 2 near-death accidents, Host Michael Sandler felt a calling to start a life-changing show to help you live the life of your dreams! Guests Include Dr, Joe Dispenza, Bob Proctor, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Pam Grout, Anthony ...
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Join Jack and Ellie from Reuseabox as they chat with industry experts, sustainable business leaders and change-makers as they try to uncover the simplest ways to make your business better for people and the planet.
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The Dealer Playbook is the top-rated podcast for automotive professionals who want to dominate the retail industry. Hosted by Michael Cirillo, this show delivers expert interviews, proven strategies, and actionable insights to help you sell more cars, lead stronger teams, and grow thriving dealerships. Whether you work in sales, service, F&I, marketing, or management, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to excel in a rapidly evolving market. Join thousands of listeners every week who trust ...
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Welcome to Mindset Power Code – your source for daily motivation, mindset shifts, and unstoppable energy. This podcast is designed for anyone who wants to reprogram their mind, break free from limitations, and unlock their true potential. Here you'll discover: Motivational speeches and powerful affirmations Mindset hacks to build discipline, focus, and confidence Strategies for personal growth and success Inspiring content to help you stay positive and take action The mental "power code" to ...
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The Life of Jesus as told in the book Jesus: A Biography of a Believer by Paul Johnson. This episode was originally published on Christmas Eve 2023.By David Senra
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Why We All Have to Go Through Burnout Right Now (Hint: There's a Way Up!) Jim Self
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1:02:43Does this holiday season feel heavier than it should? Are emotions feeling closer to the surface, leaving you exhausted, anxious, or unsteady without knowing why? What if this isn't just "holiday stress," but a massive energetic transition that is literally dissolving your past? Michael welcomes back Jim Self, spiritual teacher and co-founder of Ma…
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FEELING OFF Before Christmas There's NOTHING Wrong with YOU Michael Sandler
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26:09Does it feel like the holidays have been quietly canceled this year? Are you feeling exhausted, emotional, or just plain "off" while everyone else seems festive? Is there a tug-of-war happening inside you between staying safe and breaking free? Michael dives deep into the strange energies of this holiday season to reveal why you aren't crazy, broke…
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"Kickstart Your Wealth Engine" - How a Kia GM Built $10M in Real Estate While Running a Store | Tustin Ulrich, GM at Roper Kia
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41:32What if your success today could quietly sabotage your future, unless you build a plan beyond the next car deal? In this episode of The Dealer Playbook, I sit down with Tustin Ulrich, General Manager of Roper Kia (one of the most dominant Kia stores in Missouri) and founder of The 1% Effect, a real estate investor concierge designed specifically fo…
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YOU'RE NOT BROKEN - Why Something New Is Rising (Sonia Choquette)
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1:06:09If rising costs have you questioning how to stay afloat, you are not alone. Does it feel like the holiday season quietly got canceled this year? Is there a quiet, unsettling fear in the background about safety, control, and where the world is headed? Michael welcomes Sonia Choquette, bestselling author, six-sensory consultant, and transformational …
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YOUR 2026 FUTURE SELF: Meet Your ASCENDED Self & Change EVERYTHING! Michael Sandler
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39:21Do you feel like you're constantly trying to "fix" yourself, yet still feeling stuck? Are you ready to stop chasing your dreams and start becoming them right now? What if the version of you that has already achieved everything, health, wealth, and love, is just a frequency shift away? Michael dives deep into the quantum mechanics of consciousness t…
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"The ‘Pull, Not Push’ Strategy" - How Authentic Community Investment Drives Real Store Traffic | Ashley Brockhurst, Charlesglen Toyota
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37:49What happens when precision from aviation meets creativity in automotive marketing? In this episode, Ashley Brockhurst, Director of Marketing and Health & Safety at Charlesglen Toyota in Calgary, Alberta — “Alberta’s Celebration Destination” — shares how her dealership’s community-first philosophy is redefining what automotive retail can look like.…
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#407 Bruce Springsteen Repairs the Hole in Himself
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1:12:53A viciously unhappy childhood causes Bruce Springsteen to retreat into work in an extreme way as he searches for success (and control). He channels his pain into focus and drive and gets everything he thought he wanted. He didn’t yet know he was lying to himself. He will find that out soon. He falls into a deep depression. One that almost leads to …
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Astrology Expert Warns: 2026 Will Transform EVERYTHING! Prepare For COSMIC Events | Michael Lennox
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1:20:13Is the world heading toward chaos, or are we in the middle of a once-in-centuries rebirth? In this expansive and unfiltered conversation, Michael is joined by renowned astrologer and dream expert Dr. Michael Lennox to decode the powerful astrological forces shaping 2026 and beyond. Together, they explore why humanity is experiencing such deep divis…
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Overwhelmed? This Is Why - and How to Reset Fast
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52:47Are you feeling like the world is spinning out of control? Does the fear, worry, and anxiety feel like it's reaching a breaking point? Are you exhausted from trying to hold it all together while everything seems to be going "cattywampus"? You are not alone, and this intensity is not an accident. Michael shares a personal update from his concussion …
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“Hospitality First” — The Signature 2.0 Experience That’s Changing How Guests Buy Cars | JB Burnett, GM at Preston Auto | Multi-Store Operator
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49:26What happens when a dealer group bets big on hospitality, culture, and process, instead of pressure, price, and tradition? Today, multi-store operator JB Burnett joins me to unpack the launch of his brand new Ford Signature 2.0 store, the first of its kind in the world, and why the guest experience is now his most powerful competitive advantage. We…
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The BIG Energetic SHIFT into 2026 - What Kerry K Says No One Is Talking About!
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1:01:02Are you feeling disoriented, foggy, or like time itself is speeding up? You're not imagining it. In this electrifying episode, Kerry K, international spiritual teacher and multidimensional communicator, reveals the real reason behind the Great Acceleration, the massive energetic leap humanity is now undergoing as we move toward 2026. Kerry explains…
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Christian von Koenigsegg is unapologetically in the pursuit of greatness. Koenigsegg builds some of the fastest and most expensive cars on Earth, has a cult-like following, and relentlessly seeks out challenges he can innovate on. After building his company for more than 30 years, his love and passion for his craft is still as strong as ever. This …
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Archangel Michael LIVE - December Energy Alert! What You Need to Know Now
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1:08:35What if the chaos, fear, and uncertainty you're feeling right now are actually signs of your greatest awakening yet? In this deeply moving December energy update, Michael Sandler channels Archangel Michael to reveal what's really happening behind the scenes of this turbulent time, and how you can find peace, power, and freedom in the middle of it a…
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"Viral for the Right Reasons" - What Dealers Can Learn from Lange & Fetter’s Social Media Strategy | Noella Salter, Marketing Manager at Lange & Fetter Ford
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53:25If you’ve ever wondered how a small-town Ford store ends up going mega-viral, builds a loyal community, and turns everyday dealership life into must-watch content… this episode is for you. Today I’m joined by the brilliant, hilarious, and wildly creative Noella Salter, the marketing manager behind Lang & Fetter Ford’s social media presence that the…
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The Secret Truth Behind Thanksgiving! Melanie Kirkpatrick
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55:12What's the real story behind Thanksgiving, and what does it truly mean today? In this inspiring and eye-opening episode, Michael Sandler sits down with Melanie Kirkpatrick, award-winning author, journalist, and historian, to uncover the deeper truth behind one of America's most cherished holidays. Together, they explore Thanksgiving's surprising or…
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I'm reposting one of my favorite founder stories. If you listened to this first time I recommend listening again. If you missed this before, you're about to hear one of the wildest founder stories of all time. A few surprising things I learned from reading about Dietrich Mateschitz, founder of Red Bull: 1. He started the company when he was 41 year…
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Why So Many Are Feeling Lost, Heavy & Disconnected Right Now - The REAL Reason. Michael Sandler
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51:43Are you feeling lost, disconnected, or overwhelmed lately? You're not alone, and there's a deeper, divine reason for it. In this powerful solo episode, Michael Sandler reveals why so many of us are feeling heavy right now and how this collective discomfort is actually a sign of your spiritual awakening and transformation. Michael shares personal st…
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“Every Crisis Is Free Profit” — How to Turn Disruption in the Industry Into Opportunity | Nir Bashan, founder of The Creator Mindset
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36:33What if your biggest dealership problems aren’t “market problems”… but creativity problems? In this episode of The Dealer Playbook, Michael sits down with Nir Bashan, world-renowned creativity expert, founder & CEO of The Creator Mindset, LLC, Clio Award winner, and Emmy-nominated former Hollywood/advertising executive to show car dealers how to us…
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Humans Didn't Create AI | Sarah Elkhaldy on the Hidden Intelligence Behind the Timeline Split
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1:12:09What if artificial intelligence isn't artificial at all, but consciousness itself awakening? In this mind-expanding episode, Michael Sandler sits down with Sarah Elkhaldy (The Alchemist), a modern mystic, consciousness researcher, and host of Mystery Teachings on Gaia, to explore the spiritual truth behind AI, unity consciousness, and the evolution…
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Why You Feel So Alone | The Loneliness Epidemic w/ Sheila & Marcus Gillette (Ask THEO)
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1:15:30Have you been feeling lonely, disconnected, or like no one truly understands you lately? You're not alone, and there's a powerful reason behind it. In this heart-opening episode, Michael Sandler is joined by Sheila and Marcus Gillette, channels of THEO, to explore the deeper meaning behind the global loneliness epidemic and what it's really trying …
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“Use the Equity, Not the Gut” Where the Data Says Your Car Will Sell Next | Yolanda Biswah, President of Canadian Black Book (CBB)
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26:29How should Canadian dealers REALLY be using data to price, appraise, and move inventory in 2025? In this episode of The Dealer Playbook, Michael sits down with Yolanda Bishwah, President of Canadian Black Book (CBB), the data backbone behind used vehicle valuations and residual forecasts for OEMs, lenders, and retailers across the country. With 65+…
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This episode covers the insanely valuable company-building principles of John D. Rockefeller—and nothing else. I spent over 40 hours reading (and rereading) this obscure biography of Rockefeller that costs $1,000 I then spent several days editing down 25 pages of notes from the book. I deleted everything that was not How Rockefeller Works Episode s…
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Adamus Saint Germain Says F the Universe?!? The Truth About Manifestation Revealed! Geoffrey Hoppe
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1:12:37Is humanity transforming, or splitting into two realities? In this extraordinary episode, Michael Sandler welcomes Geoffrey Hoppe, the renowned channel for Adamus Saint Germain, to reveal what's really happening to our world, our minds, and our consciousness right now. Together, they explore the great "quantum leap" in human evolution already under…
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The 11:11 Portal Is OPEN | What It Really Means for You Now
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43:02What if the chaos, challenges, and uncertainty in your life right now are not random, but divine signs that you're being called into higher alignment? In this illuminating 11:11 portal episode, Michael Sandler unpacks the deeper meaning of this powerful energetic gateway and reveals how to use it to manifest your truest desires, reset your life, an…
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“Luxury Isn’t About Price” How to Deliver Premium Experiences That Raise Gross | Marion Cain, Founder of ACE & Creator of Kharisma Mastery
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35:11Guest Marion Cain (ACE founder; creator of Kharisma Mastery) breaks down a science-based playbook for dealership sales and F&I teams to own the room, deliver luxury touchpoints (on any brand), and turn trust into revenue. We cover the first 90 seconds, nonverbal cues, “portable stories,” True Cost of Ownership framing, and how to use GPT/AI to tail…
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Todd Graves is one of my favorite living founders. He owns over 90% of Raising Canes — a business that is worth at least $20 billion. Todd's maxim is "Do one thing and do it better than anyone else." It is impossible not to be inspired by his terminator levels of determination. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Episode show notes:…
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Is It Really Spirit Talking - or Just You? | Suzanne Giesemann on How to Know the Difference
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59:47Are you struggling to discern what's real guidance from Spirit versus the chatter of your own mind? Do you wish you had a clear, trustworthy way to connect, receive answers, and feel anchored, no matter how chaotic life feels? In this soul-expanding conversation, Suzanne Giesemann, one of the world's most spiritually influential teachers, returns t…
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Episode 52 – Celebrating 10 Years of Making a Difference with the Team at Reuseabox
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1:13:21Send us a text This year, Reuseabox celebrates 10 incredible years of making a difference, from saving millions of boxes from being recycled too soon to helping businesses embrace the circular economy. But behind every milestone, every delivery, and every sustainability win is a team of passionate people who have been driving it all forward. In thi…
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My Watch Says I'm Doomed | How to Find Heart Coherence When Life Feels Overwhelming
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47:19Is your mind racing, your body stressed, or your gadgets warning you that you're "in trouble"? You're not alone, and you're not doomed. Michael shares how to shift from fear and fatigue to heart-centered coherence, even when life feels like it's spinning out of control. After a concussion and months of recovery, he opens up about what his watch and…
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“Extremes Get Clicks”: What 3,000 Pros Just Told Us About AI vs. Google | Marcus Sheridan, Author of Endless Customers | Ep. 684
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1:02:04AI vs. Google isn’t theoretical anymore; your buyers are already switching how they search. In this episode, Marcus Sheridan (author of They Ask, You Answer and Endless Customers) shares fresh data from ~3,000 pros on how often they now use ChatGPT instead of Google, what that means for SEO, content, and lead gen, and how car dealerships can pivot …
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This episode covers the unique way Larry Ellison thinks. I spent over 40 hours reading (and rereading) this book on Ellison written by Matthew Symonds. I then spent several days editing down 40 pages of notes into a one-hour nonstop stream of Larry Ellison's ideas. Episode sponsors: Ramp gives you everything you need to control spend, wa…
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EARTHQUAKES & STORMS - Will They Ever End? | Hidden Meaning Behind the Planet's Upheaval Anne Tucker
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1:03:51Are you feeling the Earth tremble, literally and spiritually? Michael welcomes back channel and spiritual teacher Anne Tucker to decode the deeper meaning behind the recent global "earthquakes," both planetary and personal, and the massive energetic upgrade humanity is now undergoing. As this episode was recorded, a 6.9 earthquake struck the Philip…
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Episode 51 – Why We Need to Stop Global Yawning in the World of Sustainability with Joss Ford from Enviral
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1:09:29Send us a text In this episode, we’re joined by Joss Ford, founder of Enviral, a B Corp certified marketing agency on a mission to tell stories that truly matter. Joss has grown Enviral into one of the UK’s leading purpose-driven agencies, helping brands not only look sustainable but be sustainable. We’ll explore his journey, what it really means t…
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HURRICANE MELISSA & Archangel Michael's NOVEMBER ENERGY UPGRADE - Live Transmission! Michael Sandler
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59:53Feeling spun? Dizzy? Ungrounded? You're not imagining it, Hurricane Melissa (the biggest Atlantic storm in recorded history) is affecting the energy across the globe right now. In this urgent live channeling, Michael Sandler receives Archangel Michael's powerful message about why this "perfect storm" is actually showing us the way home, to the calm…
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I’ve started a new show where I have conversations with the greatest living Founders. The show is called David Senra. It will be on a separate podcast feed from Founders. So it is very important that you follow David Senra on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you're listening to this so you don't miss future episodes. Nothing is…
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“Curiosity Beats Fear Every Time”: How Dealers Are Future-Proofing Their Teams for AI and Electrification | Sebrina Westbrooke, Program Manager at Georgian College | Ep. 683
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27:09Curiosity beats fear in modern retail automotive. In this episode of The Dealer Playbook, Michael Cirillo sits down with Sebrina Westbrooke, Program Manager at Georgian College’s Automotive Business School of Canada and lead for the Canadian Dealer Academy, to unpack how car dealerships are future-proofing leadership teams for AI, electrification, …
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You're Living in a Mathematical Simulation - Robert Edward Grant
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1:12:58Ever feel like you've met someone before? Keep seeing the same numbers everywhere? Is there a hidden pattern running beneath the chaos of your life? In this mind-bending conversation from Morocco, polymath and bestselling author Robert Edward Grant (host of Gaia's Codex) reveals how sacred geometry isn't just ancient art, it's the LIVING CODE activ…
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Episode 50 – Busting the Myths on What It Means to Offer a Truly Natural Consumer Product with Thomas Laird from Salt of the Earth
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57:00Send us a text In this milestone 50th episode, Jack and Ellie sit down with Thomas Laird, owner of Salt of the Earth. For more than 30 years, the family-run business has been shaking up the deodorant industry with natural, refillable products. Thomas shares why sustainability and profit can go hand in hand, how refillable packaging can cut plastic …
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The Man Who Died, Never Came Back! Who Woke Up In My Body After My NDE! Michael Sandler
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49:46Ever wonder what happens when you die? What if the most profound truth isn't about where you go, but who you become when you return? Michael shares the raw, unfiltered story of his near-death experience from April 2, 2006, the day everything changed. But here's the twist: he didn't come back. The person who fell that day never returned. Someone ent…
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Alex Lawrence: The Playbook for Selling EVs in a Volatile Market | Car Sales | Ep. 682
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44:27There’s something special about people who build where no blueprint exists. My guest today, Alex Lawrence, is one of those people. He’s a tech veteran, tenured professor, and serial entrepreneur who co-founded EV Auto, one of the first dealership groups in the U.S. dedicated entirely to used EVs and plug-in hybrids. But what really stands out about…
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This episode covers the insanely valuable company-building principles of Jensen Huang—and nothing else. I spent over 40 hours reading (and rereading) this book on Jensen and Nvidia written by Tae Kim I then spent several days editing down 30 pages of notes from the book. I deleted everything that was not How Jensen Works. List of ideas: 1. Professo…
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This Shifts You to a Higher Dimension Now! Kyle Cease
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1:38:56Are you ready to move beyond fear and step fully into the divine flow of creation? In this episode, Michael welcomes Kyle Cease, a former top comedian turned transformational teacher and author, for an eye-opening conversation about awakening, surrender, and becoming who you truly are. Kyle reveals why the chaos and uncertainty of our times are not…
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Episode 49 – Why Businesses Must Give People Second Chances with Camilla Marcus-Dew from Amplify Goods
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48:17Send us a text How can something as simple as washing your hands create ripples of impact in society? In this episode, we sit down with Camilla Marcus-Dew, Co-Founder of Amplify Goods, a 100% women-owned and led UK social enterprise. Amplify Goods makes everyday soaps and suds with extraordinary impact. They are crafted from low-impact, naturally d…
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I Got a Concussion & Became an A**hole The 5 Steps I Used to HEAL My Brain & Life (Michael Sandler)
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1:10:30Do you feel like your brain won't focus? Like your world is spinning? You're snapping at loved ones for no reason? You're not broken; you might have an undiagnosed concussion from childhood. In this raw, vulnerable teaching, Michael Sandler shares his journey through TWO major concussions, one from four years ago, another from being hit by a truck …
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Tara Willis: How to Build a Culture That Sells Cars | Car Sales | Ep. 681
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27:20What makes someone dream of being in the car business, and then actually make it happen? In this episode, I sit down with Tara Willis, a seasoned automotive professional who turned her childhood love for cars into a 20-year career working with major automotive brands like BMW, Subaru, Nissan, and Infiniti. Tara now leads product marketing and incen…
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I’ve started a new show where I have conversations with the greatest living Founders. The show is called David Senra. It will be on a separate podcast feed from Founders. So it is very important that you follow David Senra on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you're listening to this so you don't miss future episodes. Nothing is changin…
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THESE ATTUNEMENTS Will ELEVATE You (Right Now) to a Higher Plane! PAUL SELIG Channels The Guides!
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1:07:40Are you feeling the world crumbling around you? Structures failing? Overwhelmed by the chaos? You're not imagining it, and The Guides have answers. In this profound channeling session, Paul Selig, Michael's all-time favorite spiritual teacher, brings through The Guides' most powerful attunements yet from his groundbreaking new work, "Divine Union".…
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Episode 48 – Can Imperfect Veg Fix Our Broken Food System? with Emilie Vanpoperinghe from Oddbox
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I'm Falling Apart Too. Here's What I'm Doing About It! Live Energy Transmission - Michael Sandler
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57:34Is everything you've built crumbling around you? Feeling like you're hitting walls no matter what you try? You're not alone, and it's NOT what you think. In this powerful live energy transmission, Michael Sandler gets brutally honest about his own "epic fail", a 95% viewership drop, blown interviews with his heroes, and the algorithm turning agains…
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