Tom Hand created Americana Corner in 2020 to share informative stories of the momentous events, significant documents and influential leaders that helped create and shape our country. Through compelling articles and captivating videos, Tom hopes to rekindle a spirit of patriotism in his fellow Americans and remind them of our nation’s incredible past and why our founding era still matters today. His first book “An American Triumph” includes 130 beautifully illustrated images and his second book is now out, “America Victorious.”

He is a true patriot and his story is truly inspiring as he is using his time and resources to create a lasting legacy. What is truly inspirational is that all proceeds of the book will be donated to the Preserving America Grant (https://www.americanacorner.com/grants ) to help historical organizations across the country tell the incredible story of our nation’s founding era. Get the full article with this show at: https://goalsforyourlife.com/forgotten-heroes and find out more about Tom at https://AmericanaCorner.com

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:51 - Tom Hand - Background, Biography, Experience
05:41 - America Victorious, Success, Achievements
09:08 - Grants Program, Funding, Support
17:48 - Teaching Charities How to Operate as a Business, Nonprofit Management, Best Practices
20:43 - America Victorious Videos, Content, Highlights
23:23 - Underappreciated Founding Fathers, Historical Figures, Contributions
31:31 - Benedict Arnold, Controversy, Legacy
36:21 - Last Words, Final Thoughts, Reflections
39:57 - Outro

Welcome to the Power of After Show! When we’re young, ideas seem to spill out everywhere — fueled by energy, passion, and late nights. But as we hit mid-career and move into the halftime of life, energy and intuition alone don’t cut it anymore. That’s when systems become essential. Systems aren’t about stifling creativity; they’re about channeling it. They turn scattered effort into progress you can sustain, helping you make the most of your experience, skills, and vision. And when you’ve got a system working for you, it actually gives you more freedom — not less. Today, we’re talking about why systems matter so much for entrepreneurs and dream-builders, and how putting the right ones in place can unlock your best next chapter. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/implementing-a-system

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Why Systems Matter for Entrepreneurs
01:19 - Power of After: Transformative Strategies
01:50 - Energy and Intuition Alone Don’t Cut It: The Importance of Systems
05:20 - What is a System: Definition and Benefits
11:28 - Practical Steps to Implementing Systems: Actionable Guide
12:51 - How to Systemize: Effective Techniques
15:11 - What’s Next for You: Future Planning
18:01 - Outro: Key Takeaways and Closing Remarks

Marketing today comes with more choices than ever—social platforms, ad strategies, content creation, AI tools, and data analytics can all feel overwhelming. But at the heart of it, effective marketing comes down to making clear, confident decisions that align with your goals, resources, and audience. In this episode of The Power of After Show, Greg and I together have a conversation about recent decisions I’ve made about marketing and how I worked through some of the thought processes. While doing so, we unpack the key factors that drive better marketing decisions and explore how to avoid common pitfalls. We also share practical questions you can ask to ensure your strategy is focused, sustainable, and impactful. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/marketing-decisions

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
02:13 - Marketing Goals and Objectives
04:37 - Marketing as a Solution to Customer Needs
09:58 - Importance of Data in Marketing Investments
12:38 - Effective Allocation of Marketing Budget
18:00 - Understanding Frequency and Reach
20:16 - Generating Sales Opportunities through Marketing
22:25 - The Role of Hope in Marketing
24:10 - Key Takeaways and Summary
25:25 - Thank You for Joining Us
27:28 - Outro

Over the years, you’ve gained far more than a job title or paycheck—you’ve built a wealth of skills, resources, and experiences that can become the raw material for your next, and possibly most purposeful, chapter. Whether you’re mid-career wondering “What’s next?” or ready to pivot after years in one field, those assets hold immense value—especially in a noisy world that can make experience feel overlooked. In an era of AI and rapid technology shifts, affirming and applying the wisdom, adaptability, and soft skills earned over time is more important than ever.

The Power of After Show explores how to recognize, affirm, and maximize what you’ve already built to create a chapter that’s deeply fulfilling, sustainable, and impactful. We remind you of some key principles in this show. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/building-on-experience

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
01:55 - Recognize and Affirm Skills
03:55 - Principle 1: Transferable Skills
06:09 - Principle 2: Maximize Resources
08:37 - Principle 3: Experience Patterns
10:19 - Principle 4: Strategic Skill Stacking
12:13 - Principle 5: Limitations to Leverage
13:55 - Create Your Next Chapter
14:57 - You’re Not Starting Over
17:08 - Closing

What do circus performance and education have in common? More than you might think. Dr. Jen Mott, also known as “The Entertaining Educator,” has spent years blending her weekend life as a circus performer with her daily work as an educator—finding remarkable parallels between the two. From her first juggling-and-speaking presentation in 2018 to earning her doctorate on teacher perseverance, Dr. Jen has built a unique platform that merges entertainment with meaningful, actionable insights. We talk today about life lessons, inspiration and authentic living with an occasional tale about juggling and balloon storytelling. There are good lessons to share and take away about bringing our whole selves to the table—and why adding joy to our work makes all the difference. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/entertaining-educator

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
02:10 - Dr. Jen Mott, The Entertaining Educator
05:15 - Integrating Juggling into Education
12:09 - Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
17:05 - Asking for Feedback Courageously
19:35 - Life Lessons from the Circus
23:55 - Merging Passions Together
24:50 - Using Education Degree in Career
30:26 - What's Next for Dr. Jen
34:53 - Producing Your Book
37:32 - Inspiration Sources for Dr. Jen
41:39 - Balancing Skills and Time Management
45:05 - Key Takeaways and Contacting Jen
49:02 - Outro

Podcasts often change their branding for the same reason businesses rebrand: to grow, evolve, and better connect with their audience. As content expands or audiences shift, a podcast name or visual identity that once felt niche may no longer reflect the scope of its message. Rebranding can signal a broader vision, a new direction, or simply a clearer promise to listeners. And the word “show” is becoming more common because today’s podcasts are more than just audio—they’re multi-format productions with episodes, video, interviews, live events, and branded experiences. Calling it a “show” positions it as a full experience—not just a podcast. So this episode is the show where I’m making the announcement that the “Women at Halftime Podcast” will soon be “Power of After Show.” Same message, expanded audience but new name! Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/bigger-vision-podcast

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Why Change the Name
01:15 - Podcast Sponsorship by DJ Works Media
01:55 - Major Announcement Revealed
07:17 - Target Audience for the Show
09:21 - Personal Message from the Host
11:36 - Subscribe to Our Newsletter
12:32 - Show Outro

In a world racing toward automation, it’s easy to feel like humans are being replaced. But here’s the truth—some work can’t be coded. In this episode, we explore the power of future-proof work—the roles where AI can assist, but never replace. From trades that require hands-on problem-solving to soft skills like empathy, communication, and leadership, these human-centered strengths are more essential than ever. Whether you're navigating career change or simply want to stay relevant, this conversation will equip you with insight and inspiration for where your irreplaceable value shines. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/future-proof-work

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
01:40 - Importance of the Discussion
08:15 - Future Significance of AI
11:36 - Asking the Right Questions
15:48 - Value of a Good Guide
16:50 - Impact of AI on Society
19:10 - Robots Transforming the World
21:45 - Deb and Greg on AI Perspectives
24:10 - AI's Influence on Education
27:30 - AI's Impact on the Service Industry
29:50 - AI's Effect on the Workforce
34:00 - Understanding Future Trends
34:20 - Future Trends Show Overview
34:50 - Embracing AI, Not Fearing It
36:00 - Alternatives to Google
37:10 - Subscribe to Our Newsletter
38:40 - Closing Remarks and Thanks

There’s a simple phrase that holds incredible weight: Keep showing up. A real-life illustration of this shows up every season as I work in our yard. When our fruit trees are bearing fruit and are ready, I show up consistently to check them. If I don’t, either birds, squirrels and even racoons or bears will help themselves to a bounty of fruit with the result of a huge mess as it’s usually half-eaten and rotting.

The same principle applies to showing up for our business and personal lives. In a culture obsessed with quick wins, instant gratification, and viral success, the steady act of continuing to show up can feel… well, boring. Unnoticed. Undervalued. But if you’ve ever achieved anything meaningful—built a career, written a book, trained for a race, raised a child or even made jam from fresh fruit—you already know the truth: Success isn’t just about talent, timing, or luck. It’s about consistency. It’s about returning to the task, the dream, the commitment—over and over again. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/keep-showing-up Get POWER OF AFTER BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3GpEGlJ

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
01:36 - Keep Showing Up: Consistency, Commitment, Motivation
04:52 - Show Up with a Good Plan: Strategy, Preparation, Success
08:08 - Prepare for Tomorrow Tonight: Planning, Organization, Productivity
10:38 - Be Persistent, Not Perfect: Resilience, Growth, Improvement
11:49 - Pay Attention to Your Health: Wellness, Balance, Self-Care
13:42 - Principle 5 - Show Up with a Growth Mindset: Mindset, Learning, Development
16:18 - Connect with Us: Engagement, Community, Interaction
17:08 - Thank You for Joining Us: Appreciation, Gratitude, Closing