A recent global poll uncovered an interesting trend in the U.S. regarding resilience. As reported by the Lloyd's Register Foundation World Risk Poll, societies tend to exhibit higher levels of resilience than the individuals within them.

Surprisingly, the survey revealed that no other country in the world has individuals as resilient as those living in a society perceived to be so fragile as the U.S. The U.S. ranks second highest in the world for individual resilience, following Sweden, in the third edition of the poll. The data was collected from 147,000 people in over 140 countries, providing insights into how individuals experienced and perceived risk in 2023.

Dr. Stephen Sideroff is a well-known psychologist, executive and medical consultant, and an expert in resilience, longevity, optimal performance, addiction, neurofeedback, and mental health. His pioneering research in these fields has been widely published. He holds the position of associate professor in the departments of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and Rheumatology at UCLA’s Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Sideroff has played a key role in establishing innovative training and treatment approaches in optimal functioning and mind/body medicine in the U.S., China, and Europe. He has also hosted summits on longevity, resilience, and leadership.

Dr. Sideroff shares, "I had a challenging but formative childhood. The key to my success lies in my approach to overcoming the emotional difficulties I encountered. Each challenge I faced helped me grow and taught me valuable life lessons, which I now impart to my audience and network. I continue to embrace new challenges with a positive outlook, no matter how difficult they may seem, and I am eager to share my secrets to success."

For more information, visit: https://drstephensideroff.com/

To get the book, visit: https://www.amazon.com/Pillars-Resilience-Proven-Increase-Vitality/dp/1637745559/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2RK74DKQSID7K&keywords=9781637745557&qid=1702314435&s=books&sprefix=9781637745557%2Cstripbooks%2C74&sr=1-1

For inquiries, please contact: sideroff@ucla.edu

Communication in relationships allows you to express your experiences and needs, fostering connection. First responders, such as firefighters, are at a higher risk of developing behavioral health conditions, including depression and PTSD. They also have a higher rate of divorce compared to the general population.

Kristal DeSantis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Austin, Texas, specializes in relationships, trauma work, and sex therapy. She focuses on supporting first responder couples and addressing men's issues, offering a unique therapeutic approach grounded in understanding male psychology. Kristal has developed The STRONG model of Relational Therapy, integrating trauma-informed and attachment-based methods. Her book, "STRONG: A Relationship Field Guide for the Modern Man," provides practical guidance for navigating contemporary relationships. Kristal advocates for men's mental health through training, consulting, writing, and public speaking. Her expertise has been featured in publications like Newsweek, HuffPost, The Good Men Project, and Time. She also appears on podcasts discussing masculinity, mental health, and relationships.

For more information, visit https://www.strong.love/.

To get the book, visit https://www.amazon.ca/STRONG-Relationship-Field-Guide-Modern-ebook/dp/B0BX1FVWQQ.

Follow on Instagram: @atxtherapist.

According to the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability (CSD), 27% of Canadians aged 15 years and older (8.0 million people) have one or more disabilities that limit their daily activities. Employment is important for individuals with disabilities as it provides economic self-sufficiency, a platform to use their skills, and increased engagement in community life.

Research by Deloitte has shown that companies with inclusive cultures are eight times more likely to achieve better business outcomes, which are closely tied to employee performance and productivity. The success of businesses depends on the success of their employees, and employee satisfaction is crucial for productivity and success.

Lisa Kelly is a business manager for the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. With extensive experience in business development, program management, training, and workforce development, I am a passionate advocate for a prosperous Ontario. My role involves reaching out to organizations to promote the benefits of joining the 'indispensable partner of business' network of over 60,000 businesses, organizations, and associations across the province. The OCC focuses on advancing policy priorities and recommendations to the government on policies that affect the province's businesses and communities. The OCC engages in ongoing discussions across various policy areas such as health, energy, sustainability, AI, workforce development, economic reconciliation, and infrastructure policy.

On a more personal note, inclusion is a business imperative. It contributes to productivity and a healthy culture. Diversity in our workforce provides unique perspectives and helps us identify and remove barriers for customers and employees. It drives innovation and makes our workplaces better.

For more information: https://discoverability.network/#open-modal

Email: lisakelly@occ.ca

Over 100 million people in the U.S. have some form of liver disease. 4.5 million U.S. adults (1.8%) have been diagnosed with liver disease. However, it is estimated that 80-100 million adults in the U.S. have fatty liver disease, and many are unaware that they have it, according to the American Liver Foundation.

Dr. Garrett Smith is a Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor (NMD) in Arizona and is known as the Nutrition Detective. He is the world's leading expert on vitamin A toxicity and detoxification, as well as the health paradigm-shifting Toxic Bile Theory. Dr. Smith specializes in applying science, logic, and practical approaches to topics like detoxification and nutrition, while making challenging concepts understandable for the layperson. He hosts the weekly Love Your Liver Livestream on YouTube and is the creator of the do-it-yourself health recovery Love Your Liver program.

As a child, Dr. Smith was interested in health topics early on. He started lifting weights at home at age 11, which led him to an interest in nutrition. Over the years, he has explored nearly all major health and disease approaches such as candida, toxic metals, carnivore, vegetarian, functional medicine, herbs, orthomolecular supplements, homeopathy, and more. Dr. Smith has taken what was valuable from each of those approaches and left the rest behind. He has personally experienced negative health effects from many of those approaches. Now, through the Toxic Bile Theory, he is able to explain to people why certain things made them feel better, why certain things made them feel worse, and what they should do now. He has personally addressed his own health issues, such as psoriasis, prostate, urinary issues, and chronic insomnia, and aims to help others figure out the root causes of their health issues and find solutions to overcome them.

For more information: https://nutritiondetective.com/

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Let's have a conversation about attention and what businesses are willing to do to keep consumers walking through the door. Nearly 80% of American consumers say that speed, convenience, knowledgeable help, and friendly service are the most important elements of a positive customer experience. Therefore, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers, prioritizing technologies that provide these benefits rather than adopting new technologies just to be cutting-edge is preferred.

A McKinsey study found that “60% of consumers say they'll become repeat customers after a personalized shopping experience.”

These revelations shouldn't come as a surprise to David Avrin. He's a popular keynote speaker and consultant on Customer Experience and Strategic Brand Development. The author of 5 books, David has worked with organizations and audiences across America and 24 countries worldwide. His new book Ridiculously Easy to Do Business With A Practical Guide to Giving Customers What They Want--when and How They Want It. To future-proof your business, you need to do more than merely offer high-quality and excellent service. It would be best if you became Ridiculously Easy to Do Business With. This practical guide offers over two dozen categories of policies and behaviors that cause “friction” (frustration) for your customers and clients. If left unaddressed, you will undoubtedly see a steady exodus of customers as they seek more accommodating and aligned alternatives. Customers will leave you for competitors if you give them a reason to.
In the pages of this book, you will learn why it’s critically important for you to make it Ridiculously Easy for customers or prospects.

· Have speedy access to service, answers, response, resolution, and delivery.

· Understand why speed has become a primary driver for customer choice.

· Try before they buy—without having to give you their credit card!

· Customers can customize their orders or choose their customer journey. They can also see the price without going through pages of online text or meeting with a sales rep.

· Remember what they are paying for and why they chose you in the first place.

· Cancel a subscription, return an item, or change their mind so you can keep the relationship and sell them something else down the road.

· Trust you, the process, and others sharing their buying experience online.

· Sleep well at night, knowing you have a process to future-proof your customer engagement model.

For more information: https://www.davidavrin.com/

Follow: @therealdavidavrin

Get the books: https://www.amazon.ca/Books-David-Avrin/s?rh=n%3A916520%2Cp_27%3ADavid+Avrin.

When discussing the concept of affliction, which refers to something that causes pain or suffering. I invite you to consider these two questions: Do you often feel anxious and feel the need to constantly stay productive? Do you feel like your life is always in motion? If your emotional reactions heavily influence your decision-making, you are not alone. According to the Cleveland Clinic, up to 11% of people in the United States experience a panic attack every year, and approximately 2% to 3% have panic disorder.

John Graham is a 3-time USA Memory Champion, Grandmaster of Memory, Entrepreneur, and mentor to high performers. Despite his success, he had to overcome daily panic attacks and chronic anxiety. Conventional methods such as therapy, meditation, and supplements didn't work for him, so he discovered counter-intuitive methods to release suppressed emotions and free himself from panic and anxiety. He has showcased incredible mental feats on TV shows around the world and has been an entrepreneur since 2012, experiencing failure with at least 5 businesses along the way. He is a proud father and husband to three girls and emphasizes that he does not have a naturally gifted mind. He read a book called "Moonwalking with Einstein" in 2014, which sparked his journey of learning mental techniques and competing globally. He helps high achievers release their panic attacks and chronic anxiety at releasepanic.com/free.

For more information, visit https://releasepanic.com/.

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How confident are you in making strategic decisions for your business? If you're leading a team, how confident are your team members in your leadership style?

According to a 2023 Gallup study, certain factors hinder the successful execution of business strategies:

1. Vague organizational goals and purpose: Only 41% of U.S. employees know what their organization stands for.

2. Ineffective business decision-making: Only 14% of managers believe that the speed of decision-making within the organization is sufficient.

3. Unclear vision and direction: Just 22% of employees feel confident that their leaders have a clear direction for the organization.

4. Insufficient communication: Only 13% of U.S. employees strongly believe that their leaders communicate effectively with the rest of the organization.

Richard Walsh, CEO of Sharpen the Spear Coaching, is a 30-year seasoned entrepreneur. He is the best-selling author of "Escape the Owner Prison, the contractor's new way to scale, regain control, and fast-track growth while loving life."

He is also a speaker and podcast host, as well as a husband and father of six children, a US Marine, champion boxer, black belt holder, and an internationally recognized steel sculptor.

Richard specializes in combining both strategic and tactical expertise, delivering immediate problem-solving results (tactical), along with strategic, long-term implementation of systemization and scalability. Embracing time compression after over 30 years in business, he shares secrets and strategies that bring rapid and lasting results to the companies he works with.

For more information, visit https://sharpenthespearcoaching.com/.

To get the book, visit https://www.amazon.ca/Escape-Owner-Prison-Contractors-control/dp/1089318901.

Let's discuss the importance of strategic sustainability in maintaining the viability of your personal brand. Personalization, which involves creating a unique and tailored experience for each customer, is no longer a luxury but a necessity in highly competitive markets. Today’s customers expect a personalized experience when interacting with a brand, with 71% expecting it every time and 76% expressing frustration when they don’t get it, according to McKinsey. Meanwhile, the Royal Bank reports that 65% of business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs see ownership as the next logical step following a peak in their career, and 91% of them feel that business ownership offers a proactive way to strengthen their financial security and prepare for retirement. Isaac Mashman is the founder of Mashman Consulting Group, a consulting firm specializing in personal branding and individual reputation management. MCG is the evolution of his now-dissolved public relations firm, Mashman Ventures, and he has since worked with numerous authors, actors, business people, musicians, models, and other professionals to achieve results through their personal brands. Previously, Isaac hosted and launched multiple podcasts, including "Chase the Vision with Isaac Mashman," which ended in June 2022 after surpassing 100 episodes. He is currently in the process of launching a new show in 2024 that will combine the niches of business, celebrity, and entertainment. Isaac published his first book, "Personal Branding: A Manifesto on Fame and Influence," on November 1st, 2021, and is working on a second edition release expected in the Fall of 2024. In January 2022, he launched two new companies, Mashman Investments and Mashman Properties within one week of each other.

For more information, visit https://www.isaacmashman.com/

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