Best Mark Ritter Podcasts (2025)

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LFY FF - Stop Waiting for Life to Happen 3:59

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Dr. Adam Brekke and Peter Verillo talk AI in Orthopedics....Promise, or Peril? 1:20:57

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Send us a text Episode two in a Device Nation series examining what AI is bringing our way in the operative Orthopedic space! First up on deck is Peter Verillo, CEO of Redefine Surgery: "Redefine Surgery is developing the Mentor Vision System, an AI platform that helps surgeons implant instruments and devices with speed and precision. By building t…

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MBFS Quick Hits feat. Todd Stauffer: Market Strategies For A Competitive Edge 15:46

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Are you looking to boost your credit union’s loan portfolio? Want to stay ahead in the competitive world of financial services? In this episode of Credit Union Conversations, host Mark Ritter, CEO of MBFS, sits down with Todd Stauffer, our seasoned Relationship Manager in Western Pennsylvania, to share insights on succeeding in commercial banking. …

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Look for the Upside with Blayne Smith 37:24

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Blayne Smith is a West Point graduate and former Army Special Forces officer who has transitioned into a highly effective business and social impact leader. He is a cofounder and principal at Applied Leadership Partners and the director for health and well-being at the George W. Bush Institute. Blayne also serves on the board of the Armed Services …

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Checking In With Rachel Snyder of CUBG 32:00

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Welcome to Credit Union Conversations, where we explore the latest in the credit union industry with host Mark Ritter. Today, we’re thrilled to have Rachel Snyder from CU Business Group diving into how credit unions can excel in business lending. From education and training to building strong small business relationships in your community, we’ll co…

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LFY FF - Help! I'm Bored and Don't Know What To Do 5:10

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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MBFS Quick Hits feat. Todd Stauffer: From Big Banks to CU Success Stories 15:07

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Join Mark at Credit Union Conversation today as we talk to Todd Stauffer, a seasoned relationship manager in the world of credit unions, about his career journey and insights on business lending and financial services. With years of experience working with credit unions and big banks, Todd shares his unique perspective on what drives success in the…

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Dr. Michael Murphy and AI Programmer Chance Bair talk AI in Orthopedics....Promise, or Peril? 1:12:20

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Send us a text Episode one in a Device Nation series examining what AI is bringing our way in the operative Orthopedic space, Grok describes our time today: "AI programmer Chance Bair and Anderson Clinic Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Michael Murphy discuss the potential perils and pitfalls of integrating artificial intelligence into healthcare, particular…

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Ep. 90 - 1-On-1 With Andy Jaeger of CU of New Jersey 33:49

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Want to learn how credit unions thrive through collaboration? Curious about leading a low-income designated institution? In this episode of Credit Union Conversations, host Mark Ritter sits down with Andy Jaeger, CEO of Credit Union of New Jersey, for an insightful 1-on-1 conversation. From his unexpected start in the credit union industry to drivi…

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LFY FF - The #1 Question You Need to Ask Yourself to Explore Your Intentions 3:22

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Navigating the Muck with Mark Samuel 35:40

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Mark A. Samuel is first and foremost a dad, then a health and fitness enthusiast, and an entrepreneur with 20 years of start-up experience. He’s currently working on a new CPG snack brand, MARK'S, with the goal of being in market by summer. Additionally, he also works on growth initiatives for Siddhi Capital (a VC firm), and hosts a CPG founder-foc…

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LFY FF - The Importance of Sacrifice to Achieve Your Goals 2:05

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Checking Up On New Loan Originations 26:04

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Are you interested in the latest trends in the participation marketplace? Want to learn how credit unions are changing the lending landscape? In this episode of Credit Union Conversations, host Mark Ritter chats with Tom Halliday, Vice President of Lending Sales at MBFS, to discuss the state of consumer lending in mid-2025. From the surprising memb…

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Reconstruction Legend, One Of My Personal Heroes....Dr. Merrill Ritter! 47:37

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Send us a text Truly a likeness that must be carved into Orthopedic Mt. Rushmore, Dr. Merrill Ritter. We talk about his amazing career, Dane Miller, the Biomet AGC knee, Operation Walk, AAHKS, woodworking, Dr. Larry Dorr and so much more! Kenyon College Tribute: http://bulletin-archive.kenyon.edu/x2705.html Biomet AGC Results: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.…

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Ep. 88 - MBFS Quick Hits feat. Jeff Lyons: Navigating NCUA Board Chaos 16:19

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Ready to dive into the wild world of credit union predictions? Want to know what’s next for the financial landscape in 2025? Join host Mark Ritter and COO of MBFS Jeff Lyons in this lively episode of Credit Union Conversations as they toss out bold forecasts for the rest of the year! From the chaotic twists of the NCUA board saga to the buzz around…

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LFY FF - Find Your Ideal Career Through This One Exercise 3:12

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 87 - Checking In With Ellen Thorn 27:44

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Welcome to Credit Union Conversations. Host and CEO of MBFS, Mark Ritter, dives into the world of business lending with Chief Administrative Officer Ellen Thorn. In this episode, they reflect on MBFS’s impressive growth from $750 million to nearly $3 billion in assets and explore Ellen’s professional journey to her pivotal role at MBFS. You’ll gain…

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Ep. 86 - MBFS Quick Hits feat. Jeff Lyons - CU Conferences 12:30

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Ready for a lighthearted break from business as usual? In this episode of Credit Union Conversations, host Mark Ritter sits down with MBFS COO Jeff Lyons for a fun and casual chat about summer vacations, Lisbon and the Netherlands, favorite conference destinations, the pros and cons of swag giveaways, and how their childhood summers compare to toda…

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Repscrubs? Credentialing? Defender and Advocate of Reps, Dr. Brian Blackwood!! 41:03

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Send us a text A most inspiring conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon and Rep Champion, Dr. Brian Blackwood! Dr. Blackwood practices in Boulder, Colorado and is leading the charge on social media, fighting the good fight on behalf of OR Device Reps. In this episode we talk: Robotic Joint Replacement Medial Pivot Credentialing Repscrubs How to be a b…

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Living Gutzy with David Istier 35:33

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As a thought leader focused on health, wellness, and the importance of gut health, I wanted to introduce you to David Istier, the founder of gutzy Organic—a brand that’s making waves in the wellness space by putting a fresh spin on gut health with delicious, on-the-go nutrition. David's journey to gut health began in a time of personal struggle. Fa…

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LFY FF - Figuring Out What You Want to Do When You Grow Up 3:58

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 85 - Attorney Talk with Chris Rice of Rice Park Law 27:46

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Chris and Mark go deep on what it is like to make the jump to your own attorney practice and small business. What's it like to work full-time and build a real estate portfolio? Credit unions around the country can connect with Chris at riceparklaw.com. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00) Intro: Meet Chris Rice (01:49) Chris Rice's professional background jour…

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Military Medicine with Dr. Jon Minter! 1:08:01

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Send us a text What a privilege, a conversation with Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jon Minter! We talk about his work at Save a Warrior, robotic surgery, infection, 1.5 knees, his time with Dr. Larry Dorr, disasterplasties, Mad magazine....and so much more!! Dr. Minter served on active duty in the US Army during the height of the Cold War in West Germany …

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Ep. 84 - MBFS Quick Hits feat. Craig Page - Navigating Virtual Business Lending 14:16

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MBFS CEO Mark Ritter and a guest from his team catch up on the latest happenings at MBFS, the credit union industry, and other odds and ends. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00) Introduction: Meet Craig Page (02:54) New ways of making a positive customer experience (05:44) Outdated ways of advertising, the Sunday newspaper and Black Friday shopping (08:42) Th…

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LFY FF - The Secret to Problem Solving at Work and in Life 3:30

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 83 - Financial Education For Members That Works 27:29

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Are you ready to rethink how young people approach money and build lasting financial confidence? Welcome to Credit Union Conversations, hosted by Mark Ritter, CEO of MBFS, a business lending CUSO serving clients across the United States and Puerto Rico. In this episode, Mark is joined by Todd Romer, who partners with credit unions to leverage his "…

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LFY FF - It's Not Just About The Journey! Focus on Results 3:53

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 82 - MBFS Quick Hits feat. Craig Page - The Latest Happenings at MBFS 12:49

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MBFS CEO Mark Ritter and a guest from his team catch up on the latest happenings at MBFS, the credit union industry, and other odds and ends. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00) Craig Page shares his professional background and responsibilities (01:57) Mark introduces a new, shorter episode format featuring MBFS team members (04:30) Mark and Craig discuss the…

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Prioritize Yourself with Lesly Logan 34:39

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Lesley Logan, a 2nd generation certified Pilates teacher, breathwork, habits and mindset coach, is the founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com, the first free online catalog of Pilates exercise tutorials, where you can also find weekly Pilates classes and workshops. Teaching Pilates since 2008, she has run multiple studios, has trained hundreds of peop…

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Brown Bag: Plastic Surgeon Dr. Mark Mofid, inventor of the amazing SYLKE Dressing!! 41:56

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Send us a text Meet Dr. Mark Mofid, inventor of Sylke, the first wound dressing made of pure hypoallergenic silk fibroin. Could this really be the end of "contact dermatitis" in wound closure? In this episode you will learn: Why super glue triggers contact dermatitis The benefits of silk fibroin for wounds Why my Mom hates staples What Ortho can le…

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LFY FF - The #1 Thing to Remember When You Feel Overloaded at Work 2:50

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 81 - What's the Deal with the SBA? 23:06

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THE MBFS COO and resident SBA expert joins Mark today to try to make sense of the 2025 regulatory chaos. What's going on with the SBA? What changes are afoot? Are they good or bad for credit unions? IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00) Intro (01:48) Jeff Lyons’ professional background and what has happened with SBA with the onset of the new administration (05:…

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LFY FF - How to Face the Fear of Feedback 2:33

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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LFY FF - Give Yourself Permission To Dream 2:11

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 80 - Checking In With Danielle Gallagher of Eagle One 26:29

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Danielle Gallagher is the CEO of Eagle One FCU in Claymont, DE. She has been involved with credit unions since college and worked her way up to be named CEO in 2020. Danielle and Mark take a deep dive into her journey, what's new at the credit union, and look at a crystal ball for the future of small credit unions. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00) Introduc…

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LFY FF - I Just Can't Get a Job, What am I Doing Wrong? 4:00

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Mako, Trabecular Metal, 3D Printing, Osteonics, Enabling Tech.....Robert C. Cohen!! 1:14:27

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Send us a text Device Nation sits down for a conversation with a true living legend in the reconstruction space, Robert Cohen. A must listen if you are passionate about all things metal, plastic, and digital! Mr. Cohen currently holds the position of President of Stryker’s Digital, Robotics, and Enabling Technologies, and has worked in the medical …

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Ep. 79 - Mark Goes Solo With Random Thoughts 21:16

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Welcome to Credit Union Conversations. I’m Mark, and today’s episode will be a little different. I don’t usually record podcasts like this, but sometimes you just need to talk through what’s been on your mind. There’s been a lot happening in the business lending world, and I’ve been reflecting on where things stand—what’s working, what’s shifting, …

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From Athlete to Owner with Chris Howell, CEO SPX 33:30

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Chris Howell is the founder and owner of SPX Gym Design which fuses interior design with custom gym equipment, creating bespoke wellness environments for high-end homes and hospitality venues. Chris has collaborated with prestigious brands such as Soho House Gyms, 1Hotel, Proper Hotels, and C4 Energy. Find out more and connect with Chris here: spxg…

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LFY FF - How to Visualize Your Dream into Reality 3:40

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 78 - Relationship Building with Austin Wentzlaff 28:19

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I’m Mark Ritter, and this is Credit Union Conversations. Today, I’m joined by Austin Wentzlaff from Nook to discuss how credit unions can evolve beyond competitive rates and traditional relationships by using digital tools to deepen member engagement. We’ll explore how Nook takes a fresh approach—focusing on lifestyle topics like travel, health, an…

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LFY FF - The Strategy You Need to Use to Win At Work Place Conflict 5:30

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Set your watch to CST, Device Nation goes "Beyond Clean" with Hank Balch! 1:30:18

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Send us a text Device Nation cracks open a few trays with a real Sultan Of Sterile Processing, Hank Balch, and guess what....Zero holes!!! We talk about the amazing journey that led him to his current role as Founder and President of "Beyond Clean" and so much more. I promise you will walk away inspired!! Hank began his career in instrument reproce…

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LFY FF - Help! I'm Stuck and Don't Know What To Do 4:03

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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Ep. 77 - Talking Corporates With Rodney May of Vizo 29:39

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You'll quickly find out Mark and Rodney go way back and talk about the old days. What is a corporate credit union these days, and how can it help credit unions in today's marketplace? Rodney takes a deep dive into this topic today. IN THIS EPISODE: (01:40) Rodney shares his professional journey both in landscaping and the credit union space (05:08)…

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LFY FF - The 3 Things You Need to Do to Feel Good About Taking a Vacation As A Leader 4:16

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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From Wallstreet to Wellness with Stephanie Wang 44:44

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Stephanie is passionate about the power of plants and evolving consciousness. She is the Founder and CEO of KA! Empathogenics, with a mission to restore full-spectrum aliveness for all beings. KA! offers 100% plant-based empathogenic supplements featuring kanna - a heart-opening succulent from South Africa that is clinically proven to activate an i…

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Ep. 76 - Looking At Efficiency & Effectiveness 28:42

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Mark and Kyle catch up on Mark's flaws and frustrations of trying to do everything himself. Kyle talks about his career journey and life as an entrepreneur and how they assist business owners. IN THIS EPISODE: (02:38) Kyle Walburn’s entrepreneurial journey and the creation of Efficient Aide (10:44) Efficient Aide offers services in various skills o…

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LFY FF - How Your Critical and Judgmental Mindset is Getting In Your Way 4:09

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…

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LFY FF - Reframe what you believe 3:22

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Welcome everyone to LFY Fearless Fridays where we offer a quick tip, exercise, or just a thought on how you can live more for yourselves. Today is your day and how can you make it fearless! Make sure to check out Dr. Ritter’s book, “Becoming Fearless: 65 Strategies to Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery” at liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomin…