The Pedalshift Project is a series of conversations, thoughts, and experiments around the bike touring lifestyle. It's the companion show to Pedalshift.net, bringing stories from the road, interviews from fellow bike tourists, plus tips, tricks and ideas on how to tour more. Let's shrink the world by bike.
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Be inspired and get motivated every week with the Bricks & Risk Podcast! Join our hosts Sean Mooney & Tim Garrity as they share their boots-on-the-ground secrets to growing successful real estate and insurance businesses. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help build YOUR business. We also interview industry leaders who share their own insights and strategies on how to grow and strengthen your business. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur o ...
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A podcast about bicycle touring lifestyle - from tips and tricks to how to ride your ride. Let's shrink the world by bike.
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Host Sam Ushio interviews people who have taken intentional steps to discover and live their ikigai. Each episode features inspiring stories that highlight the journey toward a living a life filled with purpose.
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Episode #34: Never Stop Knocking and Providing Value with Stewart Sheppard
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Send us a Text Message. Stewart Sheppard of Premium Finance Brokerage joins the show this week to share his story of convincing himself that starting his own business was the right path for him, as well as why eye-to-eye sales is a lost art. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help build YOUR business…
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A short but challenging ride up and over the Seven Devils would be the last days of cycling for James and I on this adventure, but the remix theme gave us new things to try… a new brewery, time in a great town I usually skip, and one more new-to-us campground to rate! Oregon Coast Remix - Part 5 Morning Update from Bastendorf Beach County Campgroun…
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IKI Conversation with Jamie Hopkins. For more information on the IKI Network, visit:www.ikigailab.co/ikiBy Ikigai Stories
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If you can’t fuel your cycling, you can’t ride very far. At least that’s what grandma always told me (editors note: she did not). So, waking up in camp without much appetite doesn’t really bode well for making very many miles. But what if the solution were to just get on the bike and go? And would my reward be a night at my least favorite state par…
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Episode #33: Why Timeblocking is Important
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how you can be more productive at work? A great tool for many business owners and high-performing sales people is timeblocking. Sean & Tim go over the advantages of timeblocking on your calendar and the benefits that come with it. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable n…
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Episode #32: Rehabbing Homes and Being a Girl Dad with Zach Torres
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Send us a Text Message. This week we are joined by Zach Torres who runs Studio Torres, a design and build firm based in Philadelphia specializing in residential rehabs. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help build YOUR business. Our audience grows through word of mouth, so if you would please take a…
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I always say day 3 is when bike tours click in, but don’t sometimes exceptions prove the rule? And don’t my bicycle adventures always find some way to go sideways? Everything seems to be going just fine as James and I cycle away from our beach camp, but what could possibly throw a monkey wrench into our plans this time? Oregon Coast Remix - Part 3 …
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Episode #31: Building Net Worth and Water Ice Authority with Keyon Whiting
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Send us a Text Message. What a special show this week with Keyon Whiting who shares his growth story of becoming a real estate agent and investor and more recently a franchisee of a local Rita's Water Ice. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help build YOUR business. Our audience grows through word of…
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Best of Pedalshift 161: Stealth Camping Tips
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Stealth camping lets bike tourists keep costs down and ride more miles per day… but is it right for you? On this episode, we cover stealth camping upsides, downsides, tips, philosophies, risks, and some thoughts on the number one question… what to do if you get caught! Originally podcast April 19, 2019.…
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Send us a Text Message. This week's episode dives into the topic of developing goals in business. As a business owner, it's very important to find out what matters most and driving behavior to succeed for those specific goals. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help build YOUR business. Our audience …
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After a relaxing first night in camp, it was time to put in some real mileage over some real terrain. Fog and cool weather beckoned, but would it remain? And would our next new-to-us campsite with "beach" in its name live up to expectations? Oregon Coast Remix - Part 2 Morning in Camp • Coffee experiment failure: James’ protein powder mishap. • Chi…
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Episode #29: Driving Fundamental Growth in Business with Billy Williams
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Send us a Text Message. Billy Williams is a business expert, insurance mentor, amazing father, and all around great guy. One of the things he prides himself on, that resonated with Sean & Tim, is that he focuses on the fundamentals. He also believes that referrals come to you when people know how you are going to "act" and "react," as that builds t…
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A big day of travel from DC to Oregon and then on to the coast… it’s not hassle-free, but the coast and its cooler temperatures await for a grand adventure celebrating ten years of the pod. But wait… who’s that in Lincoln City? Introduction • Opening remarks from Tim in Washington D.C. • Packing and preparation challenges. • Importance of cable run…
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Ten years ago, I embarked on one of my biggest adventures… cycling the entire Pacific Coast, from border to border. Since then, I’ve revisited sections of that ride time and again. And to be honest, I have some habits… tried and true places to camp and eat and even throw back a few. So to celebrate ten years of the pod, the Oregon Coast makes a lot…
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Episode #28, OG Ep: Franchises vs. Independent Brokerages
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Send us a Text Message. Another OG Ep (aka 1 of our first 3 recorded episodes ever)! Great discussion on the topic of franchise brokerages versus independent brokerages. Both have their own unique pros/cons, listen to Tim & Sean dive into how they could benefit you and your real estate business. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away wit…
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IKI Conversation: Theresita Richard, Chief People Officer, Patagonia
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IKI Conversation with Theresita Richard, Chief People Officer, Patagonia.For more information on the IKI Network, visit:www.ikigailab.co/ikiBy Ikigai Stories
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Best of Pedalshift 263: Guide to the C&O – Section by Section
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I’ve taken listeners on a bunch of rides on the C&O (including the current one!), so it's worth revisiting my guide to riding it. In the second of two parts, we go section by section from DC to Cumberland. It’s an audio guide to cycling the C&O Canal towpath whether you’re a first timer of a full on expert. Originally podcast November 18, 2021. Bes…
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Episode #27: Objection-Proof Success with Award-Winning Author Jeff West
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Send us a Text Message. Critically acclaimed author, Jeff West, joins the show this week to talk about winning the sales process. Successful sales people don't win by accident and Jeff shares the secret methodology behind his many years of being a top insurance sales producer. We also discuss his latest book, co-authored with Bob Burg "Streetwise t…
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Episode #26: Wide Marketing vs. Deep Marketing
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Send us a Text Message. For this week's episode, Sean and Tim talk about different marketing approaches you can take as a business owner. There are advantages to both "wide" and "deep" marketing approaches, but in order to be successful you need to focus on your ideal client. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nu…
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10 takeaways from a bike trip that was supposed to be slow but ended up being quite different than anticipated... C&O But Slow Takeaways 10 takeaways from a bike trip that was supposed to be slow but ended up being quite different than anticipated: 1. Unplanned Higher Mileage Day: Despite the intention to have a slow and leisurely ride, the trip en…
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After a rejuvenating zero day to avoid the storms, I had one more day of road riding to catch my train. A familiar route, but not exactly one with mindfulness paid to bikes. Would I catch the train home? Celebrate 10 Years of Pedalshift Quick housekeeping if you missed last episode’s live show news… I’m off to Oregon for the 10th anniversary tour: …
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Episode #25: Building a Modern Media Empire with Eric Simon
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Send us a Text Message. Our special guest this week is Eric Simon from BAM. Eric joins the show to share his journey from the beginning days answering phones at Hilton & Hyland, to memes on Instagram, to building a real estate media empire; some refer to BAM as the Barstool Sports of Real Estate. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away wi…
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June 8th, 2014 was the very first episode of The Pedalshift Project, and since then we've gone on quite the journey, mostly by bike. On this live episode, we got a bunch of listeners together to chat about highlights from the last ten years, the evolution of the show, and the reveal of the Tenth Anniversary Tour this summer. Recorded live June 8, 2…
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Send us a Text Message. Throwback episode sorting through the entrepreneurial journey for Tim & Sean and why we chose to start a podcast. The long conversation about the value of this platform and how it made sense for both of us to invest the time and money into launching Bricks & Risk to help other entrepreneurs build their businesses. Our goal w…
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After leaving you all with a bit of a cliffhanger, the decision is made – my (formerly) slow and chill C&O ride now gets another 18 miles of riding to some sweet sweet roofed lodging at my cabin. But that means I cross into West Virginia where I encounter something I’ve never dealt with before. Explicit tag earned for this episode… Celebrate 10 Yea…
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Episode #23: Respect, Help, & Love with Mike McCann
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Send us a Text Message. This week's guest is Mike McCann "The Real Estate Man" and he joins the conversation with Tim & Sean about his humble beginnings in the Far Northeast to becoming one of the highest performing real estate teams in the US. His secret recipe for success is hard work and respect, and he loves the competitive nature of real estat…
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Best of Pedalshift 262: Guide to the C&O - The Basics
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I’ve taken listeners on a bunch of rides on the C&O (including the current one!), so it's worth revisiting my guide to riding it. In the first of two parts, it’s an audio guide to cycling the C&O Canal towpath whether you’re a first timer of a full on expert. Originally podcast November 11, 2021. Best of Pedalshift 262: Guide to the C&O - The Basic…
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Episode #22: Working "In" the Business & Working "On" the Business
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Send us a Text Message. Time management is key for any entrepreneur or business owner. In this episode, we talk about moving from the role of working "in" the business to working "on" the business. One key way is to develop roles within the business and delegate responsibilities to staff members to free up your time and focus on operating and growi…
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Episode #21: Drive Your Business with Online Reviews
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Send us a Text Message. Online reviews on Google, Zillow, and Facebook are vital for any business. In this week's episode we talk about the importance of gathering reviews and the most effective ways to extract them from clients. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help build YOUR business. Our audien…
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After a surprisingly fast start for a planned slow tour, it was time to head down trail. But the muddy trail conditions of the night before don’t improve with more rain, and the forecast looks pretty wet and plans… well, they’re meant to change on a big bike trip! Celebrate 10 Years of Pedalshift Live 6/8 The march to the ten year anniversary of th…
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Starting with a semi-eventful train to Cumberland, the tour kicks off at an unexpected pace. But with rain already soaking the trail, and more on the way would the C&O reject my desire for a chill and relaxing start to my trip? Celebrate 10 Years of Pedalshift Live 6/8 The march to the ten year anniversary of the show commences… Live show to celebr…
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Episode #20, OG Ep: The Power of Relationships
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Send us a Text Message. One of our "Original 3" episodes! Cultivating and fostering relationships is paramount to any business owner. Listen and learn how to build relationships within your industry and maximize the value with all of your business connections. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help …
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IKI Conversation with Ryan Wolf, Human Resources and Wellbeing Consultant.For more information on the IKI Network, visit:www.ikigailab.co/ikiBy Ikigai Stories
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Finding my way back onto the C&O is hardly a surprise, but this spring’s ride is taking a page from my 2024 goals… try to take some of these tours a little more slowly. On this preview episode, we cover how I think it’ll go down. C&O But Slow Preview Celebrate 10 Years of Pedalshift Live 6/8 The march to the ten year anniversary of the show commenc…
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Episode #19: "Feet on the Street" Lending with Jared Pontz
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Send us a Text Message. For today’s episode, Sean & Tim are joined by Jared Pontz, President & Managing Partner at Direct Mortgage Loan Company. He shares his journey starting as an intern to becoming president of one of Philadelphia's leading real estate lenders. Building relationships and delivering for investors is at the core of his business an…
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Best of Pedalshift 106: Beginners Series (2018)
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Are you brand new to bicycle touring or like seeing things through the eyes of a first-timer? You’re in luck! On this episode, we revisit the 2018 Pedalshift bicycle touring beginners series, following James from NYC on his journey to his first bicycle tour. Originally podcast February 8, 2018.By Tim Mooney
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Episode #18: Spheres & Centers of Influence
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Send us a Text Message. Today's episode concentrates on building a network with spheres of influence or centers of influence. Expanding your network allows you to build your business and drive referrals. At it's core, you have to get in front of people and share how you can help them. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 va…
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Episode #17: Smart Acquisitions & 1% Podcasting with Bradley Flowers
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Send us a Text Message. Join us today and put your hands together as we welcome Bradley Flowers - the 6'3" sophomore from Mobile Alabama, Parade 1st Team All-American, Rivals ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ recruit, a fantastic insurance agent, and a great American. Besides founding his agency, Portal Insurance, and recently acquiring another, he is building Mind Your Agenc…
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Ever wonder why it's harder to cycle up a hill? Or why it's easier to ride on smooth asphalt with skinny tires instead of wide tires on gravel? Turns out, there's an answer: SCIENCE! On this edition, we delve into the (very) basics on what works against us while riding, and how we convert food into motion! The Science of Cycling Programming notes B…
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Episode #16: Inflation and Claim Risk are Causing Insurance Woes
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Send us a Text Message. Industry leaders say that this is the hardest insurance market in a generation. We haven't been around that long but it's definitely the most challenging market that we have seen in the last 25 years. Claims are up, pricing is up, and the ability to place new business has never been tougher. Sean and Tim discuss the reasons …
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IKI Conversation with Aki Ohashi, Vice President, Evolution VC.For more information on the IKI Network, visit:www.ikigailab.co/ikiBy Ikigai Stories
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Send us a Text Message. Sometimes timing is everything in business. And calculating the right time to hire an assistant is critical. Tim and Sean will discuss when it's the right time to hire extra help in order for your business to succeed. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 valuable nuggets that help build YOUR business…
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When we talk about mindfulness in bicycle travel, we mean paying close attention to our experiences and feelings while we are biking. Sometimes this is a natural thing to do and doesn't require any added thought, and sometimes it's helpful to be intentional about it because it can often enhance your travel. On this edition, we talk about how bicycl…
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Episode #14: Why the NAR / Realtor 6% Commission Shake-Up is a Good Thing
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Send us a Text Message. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement has been in the news everywhere lately. Tim gives an in-depth analysis of what it means for the industry and the impact for Realtors going forward. Is it a good thing, or a bad thing? Who benefits from this? Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you walk away with 1 or 2 va…
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Episode #13: From Mortgages to Hotels with Kyle Kelly
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Send us a Text Message. Kyle Kelly leads the mortgage team at My City Lending in Philadelphia and has built his business on relationships and referrals. These are the keys to his success. He is an entrepreneur at heart and talks about real estate, investing, and his newest endeavor - The Gas Lamp Hotel, Philly's finest boutique hotel nestled in dow…
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Episode #12: How to Manage Employee Screw-Ups
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Send us a Text Message. Leading a team is difficult and its inevitable that employees will not be perfect. In this episode we talk about how to manage expectations with employees and how to guide them when mistakes are made. Growth can be ugly at times but if you stick to the plan the results will always be worth it. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is …
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The Pedalshift Project 359: Urban Bike Touring
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So much of our bike travel is out on the open road, or along some back country trail. But what about the cities? On this edition, we talk about how to make cities and suburban riding a fun and enjoyable part of your next urban bike tour! Urban Bike Touring Planning Your Urban Adventure - route planning in urban areas. - researching bike-friendly ci…
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Episode #11: The "Finding Peak" Journey with Ryan Hanley
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Send us a Text Message. Ryan Hanley from Finding Peak is a speaker, advisor, and keynote speaker who brings a ton of knowledge to this episode of B⚡R. We discuss his journey through the insurance industry and how he ultimately landed on his own consulting firm helping insurance agents grow their businesses. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is that you w…
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Best of Pedalshift 138: Bike Touring Canada
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An interview with Jesse Herbert on his experiences biike touring Canada (and around the world), plus a ton of great ideas, hacks and tips on all things bicycle touring, from lightening your load to braving a chilly night in a hammock. Originally podcast October 11, 2018.By Tim Mooney
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Episode #10: Feeding Fish vs. Teaching to Fish
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Send us a Text Message. The concept of providing leads to producers is always a hot topic for any sales organization. Tim and Sean discuss the advantages of providing opportunities to sales agents and also contrasting that with the idea of teaching the method of developing ones own sales funnel and referral sources. Our goal with Bricks & Risk is t…
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