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Alrighty folks, welcome back to Season 3, Episode 7 on Transacting Value Podcast!

Man of many talents, Ernie Porthouse is Porter’s guest today. Listeners are in for a treat. Ernie has a lot of life experience yet he has the energy and idealism of someone much younger. When inspiration strikes, he has the know-how, connections, resources, and experience to pursue his ideals – whether that’s creating reduced-cost orthotic shoes for the elderly or raising money for war-torn Ukraine.

Ernie is a professional pedorthist who is also an orchestral percussionist for the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra.
Ernie started playing drums when he was only 5 or 6 years old. He explains how playing in an orchestra has stretched him in ways that playing freestyle can’t. When you play orchestral music, you’re being “told” what to do and when to do it, so it has the potential of getting you out of your usual repertoire.

Now, about focaccia... Just before the Covid pandemic, Ernie took a trip to Italy and managed to come away with an authentic focaccia recipe. Back home in isolation, he started baking focaccia and sharing it with friends who raved about the bread. After the invasion of Ukraine, Ernie started selling his focaccia to raise money for Ukraine, gaining the attention of world-renowned chef, Massimo Capra. Ernie’s life is a lesson in how pursuing your talents and interests is your gift to the world.

Nuggets from Ernie:

• Interesting that we can often rise to meet the demands of others even when what’s expected is more than we would have expected of ourselves.
• We need to strike a balance between keeping up with the times while appreciating and understanding the old ways that got us where we are today.

Quotes from today’s episode:

“My teacher had me doing some of the most difficult things when I was just 13 and 14 years old. Years later he would say, ‘The reason you could play them is I never told you they were hard.’”
“What appealed to me the most with symphony music was the nuance and the attention to detail.”
“Sometimes limitations can make us better.”
“The digital world will never come between my sticks and my drum.”
“As a teacher, there is an obligation to be honest with your students.”
“You may not think to ask these questions when you’re older, and I may not remember the answers.”

Sponsors and Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

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(0:23:35) Keystone Farmer’s Market

Leo Buscaglia

Massimo Capra

Cycling Without Age

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Alrighty folks, welcome back to Season 3, Episode 6 on Transacting Value Podcast!

CEO of Textdrip, Phil Portman, came from humble beginnings, one of seven children. As a young man, he was focused on having enough money and was determined to be a millionaire one day. Through hard work and some key decisions along the way, not only is he successful in business, he is a family man with a balanced life.

In today’s discussion with Porter, Phil tells the story of when, tired of being on the road away from his family, he decided to leave his well-paying corporate job and work for himself.

Things you’ll learn about Phil in today’s episode:

• He didn’t do well in college.
• When he left his corporate job to work for himself, he wondered if he made the wrong decision.

Behaviors and viewpoints that contribute to success:

• Set clear, written goals for various categories, over the next five years.
  • Focus on being a well-rounded person.
• Develop healthy habits.
  • Read every day.
  • Work out every day.
  • The better you get at building habits into your lifestyle, the more productive you become.

Tips for leaders, managers, and business owners:

• Don’t surround yourself with ‘yes’ men. Surround yourself with diverse perspectives.
• Ask, “Are we creating an atmosphere where our employees feel safe to tell us something is a bad idea or to give us feedback on something?”
• Build trust, encourage feedback, listen to it, and don’t take it personally.
• Have a philosophy of “I want my employees to be the best versions of themselves.”
• View the people around you through a positive lens and watch them rise with you. Let go of those who are not a positive influence in your life.

Phil describes how his character has developed as he has grown in life and business:

• 20 years ago, he was willing to lie to get ahead financially. Not today. Money is no longer the main goal. It’s a byproduct of the primary values in his life.

Phil’s top three values now:

• Integrity, the foundation of communication
• To leave the world a better place
• Family

Quotes from today’s episode:

“I have no doubt that anybody out there can do what I’ve done and have the same success.”

“I wanted to be a present dad for my kids.”

“You won’t get success overnight. Success is compounded.”

“Your habits are what you become.”

“It takes a thousand attaboys to make up for an ‘Oh, shit.’”

Sponsors and Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

(0:11:45) The Bee and the Bear Creations

(0:28:12) Keystone Farmer’s Market

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Alrighty folks, welcome back to Season 4, Episode 1 of Transacting Value Podcast!

Porter’s guest today is Kyle Horsley, who has worked in the finance industry for 10 years. Listeners will get a primer on student loans, debt, interest rates, and compounding interest. Unfortunately, this is not a topic that is taught in middle and high schools, and too many students take out student loans for higher education without knowing what they are getting into.

And, unfortunately, the banking system isn’t what it used to be. There was a time when a person could apply for a loan based on their grades, character, references, business plan, and reputation. Those days are gone. Today a bank is more likely to loan an 18-year-old $100,000 in student loans for a degree in general psychology than to loan that same 18-year-old $10,000 to start a business. The banking industry, with all its regulations and bad actors, is just a different beast today.

Gone are the days of character-based loans and handshake deals. There is simply too much litigation and regulation, Horsley says. There is precious little room for creativity or outside-the-box thinking.

That said, the banking industry is still a place where Kyle can practice integrity. Debt makes banks money, and lenders are often too eager to issue credit when it wouldn’t be in the best interest of the client. Kyle reminds listeners that taking out a loan is borrowing from your future self. Sometimes this can make sense, but certainly not always. He speaks up when he can’t recommend a loan, even though, as a lender, it would benefit him.

Finally, Kyle reminds listeners that time is the most precious commodity. No one can create more of it. We’ve got to spend what time we have wisely.

Quotes from today’s episode

“The most valuable commodity on the planet is time because it’s the only thing they can’t make more of.”

“Once time is spent, it is gone.”

“When I take out a student loan...I’m borrowing that money from my future self.”

Sponsors and Resources mentioned in today’s episode:

(3:45) Developing Character segment

(7:15) Keystone Farmers Market

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(26:06) Hoof and Clucker Farm

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Alrighty folks, welcome back to Season 4, Episode 50 on Transacting Value!
Today we're discussing the inherent but underrated December core values of Faith, Hope and Joy as strategies for character discipline and relative success, with author and storyteller, Gary Randolph. If you are new to the podcast, welcome! If you're a continuing listener, welcome back!
Today we're exploring the world through the storytelling lens of Gary Randolph, an author whose vibrant tales have spanned across the US, Ireland, Scotland, England, and Africa. Using his pen, Gary calls us to appreciate life's simple pleasures. Get ready to embark on a geographical wonder with us, brimming with joy, wonder, and a hearty dose of humor.
Peel back the layers of Gary's own personal values and see how they've shaped his dynamic stories. From his early love for reading to his current focus on being present and experiential learning, Gary's values thread their way through his narratives. But it's not all about books and storytelling - we also get a glimpse into Gary's personal life. His role as a long-distance dad, his battle with Hodgkin's lymphoma, and his passion for cycling provide an intimate portrait of a man who has learned to balance work, responsibilities, and his love for his family and friends.
Finally, we dive into the transformative power of storytelling, how it connects us, and how it can make us appreciate the moments of joy in our lives. Cycling and storytelling took a new meaning for Gary after his fight with Hodgkin's lymphoma, leading him on an inspiring journey of recovery and self-discovery. Get ready to laugh, learn, and be inspired as Gary shares anecdotes from his travels, including a stranger connection in Ireland and his cheeky visits to his twin grandsons. On this ride with Gary Randolph, we'll discover that the journey is indeed, as rewarding as the destination.
Thanks for hanging out with us and enjoying the conversation because values still hold value. Special thanks to our partners for your support. To Gary's family, friends, inspirations and experiences for your inspiration to this conversation, and to Gary Randolph for your insight!
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Alrighty folks, welcome back to Season 4, Episode 27 on Transacting Value Podcast!
What if we told you that fostering creativity, critical thinking, and independence in children can be achieved through play and unique learning experiences? Today we're discussing our July core values of Independence, Freedom, and Initiative with Neely Myers, the Executive Director of the Creative Learning Alliance, an emerging children's science center, to explore their fascinating approach to learning. Neely shares her insights on the importance of extending the invitation of learning to children in different regions and how her work can provide valuable perspective for parents and educators alike. If you value creativity and discovery then this episode is for you.
In this engaging conversation, Neely reveals how she promotes critical thinking, executive function, and creativity in children through play, problem-solving, and a focus on individual strengths and values. We also discuss the importance of identifying one's own strengths and values when working with a group, and how to transfer those skills to a young age. Additionally, Neely shares her thoughts on the enneagram scale and how her primary value of uniqueness and authenticity has shaped her life.
Finally, we take a deep dive into the world of building a science center with standalone exhibits and educational opportunities, such as workshops, classroom experiences, and camps. Learn about the importance of giving children the space to learn, ask questions, and even fail, in order to cultivate a platform for innovative thinking - even in the moment of frustration.
If you are new to the podcast, welcome! If you're a continuing listener, welcome back! Thanks for hanging out with us and enjoying the conversation because values still hold value.Special thanks to Hoof and Clucker Farm and Keystone Farmer's Market for your support. To Neely's family, friends, inspirations and experiences for your inspiration to this conversation, and to Neely Myers for your insight!
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