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🎁 ‘Tis the season to give — but also when scammers thrive 😬. From fake fundraisers to shady charities, 1.3B scam calls & 800+ fake donation accounts show how easily goodwill gets exploited. Protect your biz 🏢 & reputation by vetting causes, spotting red flags 🚩, and setting donation policies. Give smart, stay safe, and keep your holiday spirit scam-free! ✨

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We're back with Sammy Brenner (Cisco's US Public Sector Sales Director, NBD) for part two! Usually sequels are worse than the original, but this one may be better! 

We dive RIGHT in to how to network at work, how to (and how not to) get referrals into jobs and how to grow your career from three people all in different stages of their career and journey. Grow where you are, even if you're old like Ian.

If you want to apply (and hopefully interview) for a role at Cisco, we've got you covered: www.cisco.com/c/en/us/about/careers.html

Also, check out Sammy's podcast Meraki Unboxed here (after you listen to ours): https://community.meraki.com/t5/Meraki-Unboxed-Podcast/Episode-138-Converging-Forces-The-Next-Wave-in-Networking/ba-p/283068

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WCR Nation Ep. 438 | A Window Cleaning Podcast 

Ready to make more money? This week on WCR Nation, we’re diving into exactly that—how to stack more cash in your window cleaning company!
There’s no magic wand here (sorry), but there are solid, actionable things you can do right now to boost profits, advertise smarter, build a stronger team, and level up your business.

Whether you're just getting started in window cleaning or you're a seasoned squeegee slinger running a pressure washing or exterior cleaning company—this one is packed with money-making strategies you probably aren't doing yet.

Need supplies? Let me know! I would love to do that for you! Text/Call: 862-312-2026 https://windowcleaner.com/?sca_ref=3020234.dl0aAoVJ1A

How to Make More Money in Window Cleaning

In a creative slump? Hit the road - seriously. New places and new experiences stimulate your brain. They expose you to different ways of thinking, new cultures, and alternative approaches to solving problems. In this episode, we dig into why it's important to leave your zip code, both for personal growth and for your community's reputation. We share stories about how traveling can spark creativity, provide cultural awareness, and help you see the bigger picture beyond your usual context. But there's another layer: when you leave, you become an evangelist for where you're from. No one can choose your town if they don't know about it. By getting out and sharing your story, you're putting your community on the map. Tune in as we make the case that sometimes the best creative strategy is a road trip.

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WHERE IS THE MONEY? The million dollar question that Kat and Ian cannot answer. Please leave a comment after minute 6 if you can answer this question for us. 

From here, your favorite duo hits the highlights on SMB pain points with marketing. From cost to time consumption, Kat and Ian debunk allll the myths for SMBs.

AND if you're more interested in exactly what Cisco is selling, check it out here: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/solutions/small-business/index.html#tabs-a107e9a621-item-6caff3e5bb-tab

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🎄 Holiday cheer meets hacker fear 😬! From fake CEO gift card texts 💳 to $60M wire frauds 💸, scammers strike hardest when businesses are busy. Train your team to spot red flags 🚨, confirm all payment changes by phone ☎️, and enable MFA 🔐. A quick call can save millions — keep your holidays merry, not messy! ✨

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Nevada Women’s Fund is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to empowering women and strengthening communities across Nevada. Since their founding in 1982, they’ve worked to identify and fund critical initiatives that support women’s education, career development, and personal growth. Through scholarships, grants, and collaborative programs, they aim to break down barriers and create opportunities that foster self-sufficiency and achievement. 
Their mission is driven by a vision of a Nevada where women can thrive, lead, and make lasting contributions to their families, workplaces, and communities.
Joining Cheri today is Marge Millar, Director of Operations and Events for Nevada Women’s Fund.  
https://www.nevadawomensfund.org/power-of-the-purse or 775-786-2335
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Power of The Purse with Marge Millar, Dir. of Ops & Events at Nevada Womens Fund

John Lasala from New York is an experienced business consultant who helps companies grow and reach new customers. He works with businesses of all sizes, offering easy and practical advice to improve their success.
In this episode, John Lasala shares five simple ways to reach new markets. These steps help businesses understand new customers, build local partnerships, adjust their products, use digital marketing, and offer great customer service. Following these tips makes it easier to expand and grow in new areas. John Lasala clear and helpful strategies make business growth possible for everyone.

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003 – London: Why Earth’s Greatest City Deserves Greater Leadership

Welcome to Episode 003 of the Great London Podcast – where we’re making London great again, one conversation at a time 🎙️

London is the greatest city on Earth – a global powerhouse of culture, creativity, and commerce. Yet, behind the skyline of opportunity, something is undeniably broken. From unaffordable rents to rising crime, many Londoners feel left behind in a city they helped build.

🏙️ Why London Is the Greatest

London isn’t just a city – it’s a living, breathing symbol of innovation and resilience.
• Economic Powerhouse – London drives 23% of the UK’s entire GDP and remains one of the world’s top three financial centres.
• Cultural Capital – From the British Museum to the West End, from grime to classical, London shapes global art and entertainment.
• Innovation Hub – More tech unicorns than any other European city, and a thriving startup ecosystem connecting science, AI, and finance.
• Global Transport Network – The Tube, Elizabeth Line, Overground, and Crossrail keep millions moving daily.
• True Diversity – With more than 300 languages spoken, London is humanity in one city.
• Global Gateway – The world meets here; no city on Earth has stronger international connections.

💔 But Something’s Broken

For all its beauty and brilliance, London faces deep and growing problems:
• Housing Crisis – The average rent now exceeds £2,700 per month, forcing key workers and young families out.
• Safety Concerns – Street robbery, phone theft, and antisocial behaviour are rising, eroding the sense of safety.
• Transport Struggles – TfL is underfunded, fares are rising, and the ULEZ expansion adds financial pressure on working families.
• Cost of Living – Inflation hits harder in London; prices soar while wages stand still.
• Opportunity Gap – A two-tier London is emerging: one of privilege, one of survival.
• Rough Sleeping – In one of the richest cities in the world, thousands still sleep on the streets.

🚫 Why Traditional Politics Fails

Decades of Left vs Right politics have failed to deliver real progress. While parties argue, Londoners struggle with real problems that demand real solutions. We don’t need slogans; we need competence. We don’t need division; we need delivery.

Cities like Dubai and Singapore have shown what focused, accountable leadership can achieve – efficient transport, affordable housing, and a pro-innovation economy. London deserves leadership that’s bold enough to do the same – practical, results-driven, and people-focused.

✅ Real Solutions That Work

MAKE LONDON SAFE AGAIN
• Visible police patrols in high-crime zones
• A coordinated “One London” strategy combining Met Police, BTP, TfL, and borough councils
• Instant kill-switch technology for stolen phones in partnership with Apple, Google, and Samsung
• Better street lighting, working CCTV, and neighbourhood policing that builds community trust

MAKE LONDON AFFORDABLE AGAIN
• Build homes near transport hubs (within 800m of Tube, Overground, and Elizabeth Line stations)
• Fast-track conversion of empty offices and underused commercial spaces
• “Right to Build Small” initiative – allowing local builders to develop ≤20-unit projects using pre-approved plans
• Develop key-worker housing on public land with rent-to-own pathways
• Create fair build-to-rent models tied to local income levels
• Scale up Housing First programs – helping rough sleepers move rapidly from the street to stable homes

Join the conversation. Join the movement.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and YouTube

💬 Get Involved

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John Lasala from New York is a skilled business consultant with years of experience helping companies grow and succeed.

Welcome to Great London Podcast 🇬🇧🎙️ 

Make London Great Again, one conversation at a time. We interview the people shaping London's future: entrepreneurs building businesses, community heroes solving local problems, innovators transforming transport and housing, cultural leaders celebrating diversity, and politicians from ALL parties. 

Every week, we tackle real issues: crime, housing costs, ULEZ, transport chaos, opportunities for young people. From City Hall to high streets, Barking to Bexley, we cover all 32 boroughs. No spin. No agenda. 

Just honest conversations about making London safer, more affordable, and truly great for everyone. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Join the conversation. Make London better.

Join Cheri Hill, “Wealth Protection Diva” for an array of fascinating topics centered on what it takes to start, grow, and maintain a successful business.
Not your ordinary business talk show, each week features a successful business owner, community leader or Industry expert who shares their challenges, insights, and advice. Learn about the hidden gems, resources and special events featuring local businesses and nonprofit organizations doing great work within our community. 
Sprinkle on relevant facts, new ideas, inspiring thoughts, invaluable guidance, and of course encouragement-All of the key things it takes to spark and fuel your entrepreneurial dream!
Airs Mondays at 11:30 am and Sundays at 1:00 pm (PDT) on 1060 AM KFOY  Radio.

The Cisco Podcast Network is a collective of podcasts from across Cisco spanning technology to culture and everything in between. Hear from Cisco customers, partners, and Cisco insiders on the topics that matter most to you. Email us with your feedback and suggestions. Discover your favorite playlists today!

Thanks for listening to WCR Nation, The window cleaning podcast.  Every week we talk about another aspect of owning a window cleaning or pressure washing company.  We are all small business owners, and now we have a podcast specifically made for window cleaners.  If you have a service business, hopefully this podcast will help you with the day to day.  We talk about everything business related from marketing to software, even tips and tricks and how to start a window cleaning company, or even starting a service business in general.  

And as always, my name is Jersey and you can text me anytime at 862-312-2026!

Hi. Jen Estill and Karen Stefl here. In The Speak Easy Podcast, we share years of expertise in marketing, branding, video production, strategy—not to mention management, employee development, mentoring, sales, creativity, maintaining life balance, managing money, and.. you get the idea. It takes a lot to keep a couple of creative studios thriving. 

We developed this podcast after years of "how do you..." boss lady conversations. It was clear that if we were both in such similar places with regard to business growth, and personal growth, and work/life/motherhood/bossland balance, then other women may be, too. We'd been sharing confessions over cocktails for quite a while—solving problems, asking for advice, and whispering the secret fears and disappointments that successful women are never supposed to have. (You've had those, right? It's not just us?)

Thus, Speak Easy was born. Our goal and our promise is to speak with honesty about the challenges that experienced women in the creative industry face. To create a community where we can support one another and abandon the mantra that we put on a good face and make it look like we have it all together, even when we don't. You can expect honesty, complete vulnerability and even a good laugh.

And cocktails. You can expect cocktails.

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