Each episode will profile a business and attempt to examine the quality of that business in terms of value proposition, commercialization efficiency, competitive advantage, and reinvestment opportunities. Each episode is broken up into two parts. Part One includes fundamental analysis of that business, and Part Two includes a discussion with an expert of that business. Part One lays out the framework. Part Two puts meat on the bone.
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Listen to business adventures and learn capital strategies that explain how money has been invested, measured, tracked, and sourced creating companies that have achieved their CEO's vision. Ambitious CEOs and business owners share a common drive to maximize the potential of their organization. If your goal is to increase per-share value this podcast is for you.
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“The noblest pleasure is the joy of understanding.” - Leonardo da Vinci Understanding investing is the key to long-term investing success. But it's not a destination. It's a journey. Listen in as your host, Dr. Richard Smith, takes you on a multi-faceted tour through the world of successful investing. Dr. Smith shares his insights from over two decades of applying his background in mathematics and systems science to investing and helping tens of thousands of individual investors manage and t ...
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Go Behind The Numbers for What Matters Most In Business. It’s an axiom in business that ”you can’t manage what you can’t measure.” Business performance and business valuation is all managed by the numbers. While Dave has spent a great deal of time ’inside’ the numbers, he has learned that the real stories and lessons-learned occur ’behind the numbers.’ Join business valuation expert and best-selling author, Dave Bookbinder and his guests as they go Behind The Numbers to understand what matte ...
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Ready to create lasting and sustainable business growth? Join our weekly show with hosts Adam Hartung & Manny Teran of Spark Partners. Combined they have created over $3 Billion in customer value and leverage Adam’s deep domain expertise on Disruptive Innovation to teach business leaders how to transform their businesses. Do you want your business to be a market leader or a market laggard? Discover business trends and learn how to leverage them to create lasting business success and become a ...
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Brief. Informative. Unbiased. Published on Sunday evening UTC time. ‘Financial Markets Weekly’, is the official podcast of Succinct, a professional information services company that creates content related to global financial markets for individuals. This channel was created as a complement to our subscription service and follows the same principles. A curated product covering essential market events and asset behaviour with no room for storytelling, triviality, tips, speculation, or opinion ...
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An original podcast series produced by the Cabinet Makers Association, created specifically for the woodworking industry. We bring together a pair of industry professionals to talk about issues and challenges impacting their businesses, as well as best practices to help combat those obstacles.
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I help new entrepreneurs create the time, money, and mindset to set up a profitable business. I want to help you create more success in your life for two reasons: #1, because I believe passionately in your ability to create whatever result you want in your life. #2,because I want to help you find more enjoyment in the journey, regardless of the destination. Peaceful Productivity is all about rediscovering your enjoyment in the process of creating your profitable business. Join me for weekly ...
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Your Sparkly Brand is a marketing and branding podcast designed to inspire and empower entrepreneurs. This podcast is all about delivering no-fluff, high-value content that helps you grow your business. It doesn’t matter if you have no budget and are still DIY-ing everything on your own, we’re giving you the tips, tools, and strategies you need to build a Sparkly Brand and ultimately get more sales.
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Welcome to another episode of Behind the Numbers, where host Dave Bookbinder dives into the core elements of business success. In this episode, Dave is joined by Robert Brill, CEO of Brill Media, to explore the intricacies of marketing strategies that can transform businesses. Robert shares his 20+ years of experience in the advertising industry an…
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During the pandemic we learned how to work very effectively outside the office. Work From Home became the trend, and it has persevered more than 5 years later. But some leaders want to go against the trend and make employees return to the office full time. It is never a good idea to fight trends, and this podcast explains why full time return to of…
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Welcome to another episode of Behind the Numbers, where host Dave Bookbinder explores the crucial role of leadership in business success. In this episode, Dave is joined by Thomas Gelmi, an executive and leadership coach, and best-selling author, who brings over 20 years of experience working with leaders globally from his base in Switzerland. Thom…
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Every business owner wants to know the secret to great success. It’s really more simply than most think – because it’s all about growth. Years ago we researched the sources of wealth creation, and nothing was even close to being as important as revenue growth. This podcast explains why 10%/year revenue growth is crucial to remaining relevant, and w…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of Behind the Numbers, hosted by Dave Bookbinder. In this episode, Dave is joined by Neil Cataldi, Chief Investment Officer at Starboard Advisors, for an engaging discussion on what truly matters in the world of business and investment. Neil provides an overview of Starboard Advisors, explaining their role as a…
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Not so amazingly, we now know that people no longer stay at their jobs as long as they once did. Few stick around 10 years, and most leave a job every 4. Likewise, we know that warmer oceans have led to warmer gulfs, so hurricanes are more frequent and stronger – as are other bad weather events like floods and tornadoes. Despite knowing this is tru…
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In this episode of Behind the Numbers, host Dave Bookbinder welcomes James Bond, one of America's leading marketing and behavioral management specialists, known for his insightful book, "Brain Glue: How to Sell Easier by Making Your Ideas Sticky." Discover how James's unique name led him to explore the power of brain triggers in marketing and selli…
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23andMe came on the scene as Time magazines “Invention of the Year” in 2008. The silicon valley DNA testing company went public with a $6B valuation in 2021. Now it’s worth $150M and sinking fast as the Board has resigned and the company appears directionless. What went wrong? MOL Group in Hungary thought of itself as an oil & gas developer and ret…
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Welcome to a special episode of "Behind the Numbers," featuring an exclusive TEDx-style talk from the Finance Innovation and Excellence (FinEx) Summit 2021! In this episode, Dave Bookbinder explores the powerful idea that a company’s most valuable asset—its people—is often missing from financial statements. In this award-winning talk, which earned …
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Recent headlines could have easily persuaded you that the long term trend to sustainable energy was being upended. Yes, coal generation is closing, and nuclear plants are being reopened. Yes, the demand for electricity is expanding faster than ever due to the growth of AI. But headlines don’t try to explain trends, and the trend to sustainable ener…
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In this episode, we dive deep into the essence of leadership with certified executive coach and author, Traycee Mayer. Traycee discusses her book, The Leadership Contradiction: Choosing a Path of Love and Kindness, and shares her journey of discovering that leading with empathy and respect yields superior results. Traycee recounts the pivotal momen…
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The “Mandela Effect” is a term describing large numbers of people believing something is true, when in fact it is not true. The term originated from large numbers of people believing Mandela was dead almost 30 years before he died. There are lots of examples, such as most people think they can buy “Jiffy” peanut butter when the real name is Jif. Or…
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In episode 18, we give the hosting reins to Randy Niewind, president of Randy's Cabinets and Woodworks and board member of the Cabinet Makers Association. He chats with Samuel Oprea, CEO of the Kitchen & Bath Design Group in Atlanta, GA. Samuel shares his inspiring journey, from his family's move from Romania to the U.S. to launching a small cabine…
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In this episode of Behind the Numbers, I'm pleased to welcome Victoria Yampolsky, who is the president and founder of the Startup Station. Victoria shares insights on how a positive mindset can lead to better outcomes, even in challenging situations like receiving negative feedback from investors. She highlights the importance of mindset training, …
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A decade ago Microsoft was well on its way to irrelevancy. Forbes mag christened Ballmer was the worst CEO in America. The Board fired him, and today his replacement has led Microsoft to pre-eminence in tech, atop the AI heap. His lessons for how to turn around a behemoth are relevant for organizations large and small. This podcast explains how Nad…
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Welcome to another episode of Behind the Numbers with your host, Dave Bookbinder. In this episode, Dave welcomes a special guest, Dr. Andrew Temte, author of Balancing Act and The Balanced Business, and host of the Balancing Act Podcast. Dr. Temte shares his unique journey from being a high school dropout to earning a Ph.D. in finance and building …
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Spark Partners has been coaching clients for almost 30 years on how to achieve long-term success. But despite the research, the books, the Forbes (and other) articles and interviews, people are still getting things wrong. The failure cases of 30 years ago are forgotten (Multgraphics, Kodak, Xerox) while new cases – with identical patterns to the ol…
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Intel is looking more like Kodak, Hostess Baking, ToysRUs and GE every day. People wonder “How can a company that is so successful, so innovative screw up its business so badly?” There really is a pattern to what these companies did wrong, which you can avoid. Listen to this podcast, using the Intel case study to explain how leaders fall into the b…
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Today, we're focusing on leadership, a recurring theme in our discussions, and we're thrilled to be joined by Doug Thorpe, a business advisor, executive coach, and host of the show "Leadership Powered by Common Sense." Doug shares his extensive background, from his early days as a military officer to his career in banking, and ultimately his journe…
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Welcome to another episode of Behind the Numbers, hosted by Dave Bookbinder. Today, we delve into the intriguing world of hypernomics with Doug Howarth, the CEO of Hypernomics, Inc. and author of "Hypernomics: Using Hidden Dimensions to Solve Unseen Problems." Doug shares his unique insights on how hypernomics can reveal the underlying structures t…
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Shockingly, YouTube is now the #1 streaming service on televisions – bigger than Netflix – and bigger than broadcast TV. For 17 straight months YouTube has been the winner, with ad sales growing at double digit rates and exceeding $50B/year. This podcast tells the phenomenal story of how Google kept tinkering with the platform until it figured out …
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Welcome to another insightful episode of Behind the Numbers, hosted by Dave Bookbinder. In this episode, we delve into the art of creating game-changing value propositions with our guest, John Rossman. John is the CEO and founder of Rossman Partners and the author of the book, Big Bet Leadership. John shares his journey from being an early executiv…
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Intel was once the leader in semiconductors by a huge margin. They were half of the “wintel” platform that was the PC business for over 20 years. But now, Intel is on hard times. Sales are down over 30%, profits are down (losses in semiconductors), and plans are to lay off 15K employees while discontinuing the dividend. This podcast delves into wha…
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Most people focus on operating their business better, faster, cheaper. They look for efficiencies in doing what they’ve done. But that is NOT the road to long-term success. That’s just making sure you have an effective Value Delivery System. Success requires knowing your customers’ needs, and then understanding the value you can provide by fulfilli…
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Behind the Numbers," hosted by Dave Bookbinder. In this episode, we delve into the crucial topics of leadership, transformation, and culture with the dynamic Paul Epstein, founder of Win Monday and author of "Better Decisions Faster" and "The Power of Playing Offense." Paul shares his extensive experience…
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In this episode of Behind The Numbers, Dave is joined by Lamees Butt, the Senior Vice President of Global Alliances and Channels at Zoovu. Lamees joins us all the way from the UK to delve into the fascinating world of AI-driven product discovery. With over 15 years in the tech industry, Lamees brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from both t…
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Lots of people somewhat glaze over when told they need to be more involved in AI. The tendency can be to think of AI as requiring very hard core, high end, difficult technology skills that take years of education and application. It’s easy to think that most of us are simply incompetent when it comes to AI, and it’s a challenge beyond most of us. T…
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In this episode of Behind the Numbers, Dave Bookbinder hosts an engaging conversation with Chris Strohsahl, the President and CEO of Drummond Scientific Corp. The discussion offers deep insight into Drummond's vital role in the global medical device industry, their unique approach to impactful solution creation, and the immense importance of nurtur…
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Welcome to another episode of Behind the Numbers! Join host Dave Bookbinder as he delves into the realms of leadership, entrepreneurship, and even skincare with the CEO and founder of Tiege Hanley, Kelley Thornton. In this episode, Kelley shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, detailing his transition from corporate sales to founding a succes…
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Do you ever wonder how a business as successful as Kodak could invent digital photography, and then completely lose it and all relevancy? Or how Blockbuster could dominate home video sales, and end up bankrupt? It happens because leaders don’t move early enough to understand customers, and don’t move quickly enough to react to customer needs. This …
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Sandy Borowsky, the owner of Starr Bus Charter and Tours, offers insights from her extensive journey in the tourism sector. Sandy highlights the innovative services provided by Starr Bus Charter and Tours, discussing the attention to detail and strategic planning ensure clients enjoy memorable, trouble-free tours. As a third-generation entrepreneur…
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Every small and midsized business leader tells me they know their customer. They are sure that’s why they succeed. But, unfortunately, most don’t know the vast majority of their customers very well, and they are surprised when business turns south on them. They try to raise prices, or cut costs, and they are surprised that customers leave. Or they …
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Welcome back to another episode of Behind the Numbers. This time, Dave Bookbinder sits down with Artem Koren, co-founder of Sembly AI, to dive into the hot topic of artificial intelligence in business. Artem shares some incredible insights on how Sembly AI is revolutionizing the way we handle professional meetings. Imagine having an AI that not onl…
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As business leaders we tend to focus on what we control. But what we don’t control is infinitely larger than what we do control. We can’t control the world, so the smartest thing to do is focus more on the world, so we can adapt and adjust we do control toward greater success. Geopolitics is about as far away from what we can control as possible; e…
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In this episode of Behind The Numbers, Lou Rodriguez, CEO of Rodriguez Consulting, shares his entrepreneurial journey; highlights the impact and importance of his team; and how he's giving back with Rodriguez University. About Lou Rodriguez: As the CEO of Rodriguez Consulting, Lou leads a top-performing team in delivering innovative solutions for i…
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Everyone sees trends, but most of us are so locked into our current situation that we don’t recognize how to use those trends for better outcomes. We are so stuck doing what we’ve done that we feel little room is available to doing something new. But the good news is that new tools – most of which are free – can help enormously with this overcoming…
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On this episode of Behind the Numbers, we dive into the realms of leadership, entrepreneurship, and much more. I'm thrilled to introduce our guest, Jay Izso, the founder of Coaching Mavericks. Jay is not only a mindset performance coach but also the author of four books and the host of the New Direction podcast. He works with executives, athletes, …
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Unbeknownst to most people, 3D printing is a $20B business growing at 25%/year. While most people haven’t used a 3D printer, or even thought about it, it’s really a lot like ChatGPT. It’s a new technology on the scene that took 35 years to develop – and opens the door to enormous innovation, better business practices, lower costs, exciting new prod…
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On this episode of "Behind the Numbers," Dave Bookbinder interviews Keith Baldwin, CEO of Spikes Natioanlly Famous, author, and podcast host. Baldwin provides a riveting recount of his journey from being an employee in the sports industry to owning a successful enterprise, underlining his belief in the power of resilience, hard work, and employee c…
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We at Spark Partners are constantly asked how to know when to invest in a trend. We’re asked how to tell a trend from a fad, and how to know that investing in a trend will pay out. This podcast answers those questions by looking at case examples like Amazon, Apple, Tesla and even making predictions about Nvidia and the future of AI. The key to iden…
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In today's episode of Behind the Numbers, we are joined by two extraordinary guests, Ande Grubb, Chief Operating Officer at Haefele Flanagan, and Hank O'Donnell, an EOS expert and founder of Positive Traction. They delve into the dynamics of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)—an innovative framework that empowers over 250,000 companies glob…
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On this episode of Behind the Numbers, Dave Bookbinder welcomes guest Cara Shortsleeve, CEO of the Leadership Consortium, for a thoughtful discussion on efficient leadership and facilitating younger talents' transition into leadership roles. Cara shares her extensive knowledge on inviting the best out of leaders by partnering with top global compan…
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In today's episode we interview CFO and Board Member of SHIFT Inc, Taichi Hattori. SHIFT is a software quality assurance company based out of Japan.توسط Jake Barfield
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This podcast explains why so many of us make poor business decisions. Quite simply, we tend to look backward rather than forward. We think the future will look like the past, when that is mostly unlikely. We let biases built up over time, and perceptions of today (which are often wrong) drive decisions - instead of data and trends. Good leaders hir…
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For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), intellectual property (IP) can be a hidden goldmine. But how do you capture that value when selling your company? Custom software applications can be a strategic answer. Many SMBs have unique processes or algorithms that give them a competitive edge. Building a custom app allows you to encode these proc…
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In an insightful episode of "Behind the Numbers", Merrick Rosenberg - CEO of Take Flight Learning, introduces us to a remarkable approach to understanding and leveraging the power of personality for individual and company success. Merrick explores the influence of personality on leadership styles, business decision-making, and workplace interaction…
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In this episode, Ken Kumph, founder and president of Premier Builders in Georgetown, MA, takes over hosting duties. He chats with Matthew Schroeder, wealth advisor and director of financial planning at Great Point Wealth Advisors. Together, they dive into the intricacies of succession planning, offering valuable advice for younger professionals and…
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Lots of talk about AI, but many small and mid-size businesses still aren’t applying AI. This podcast is a short primer on what’s happening in AI and how to get started. You can do it wrong, and we explain how easy it is to use the wrong data sets. And you can apply it wrong, attempting problems that require adaptability between data sets. Or you ca…
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In this episode of Behind the Numbers, host Dave Bookbinder sits down with Ian Wristbridge, the dynamic CEO and founder of Magnar. A leader in providing cutting-edge security and operational technologies for critical infrastructure facilities, Magnar is making significant strides in the industry. Guided by his family's legacy and entrepreneurial sp…
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In the future electricity will be free. How’s that for a forecast? Adam made over 200 forecasts for Forbes mag, and when he stopped writing all 200 were proven accurate. This podcast explains how to do good scenario planning using the electric utility industry as an example. Demand is going up. But supply is challenged by the technology transition …
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