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Maschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauEinen ungeplante Geburtstagsfolge
Frei nach Winston Churchill lassen wir bei Smartsquare ein gutes Problem nicht ungenutzt verstreichen. Da die ursprünglich geplante Folge mit externen Gästen aus technischen Gründen noch nicht geklappt hat, feiern wir eben kurzerhand bei einem Kaffee den zweiten Geburtstag unseres Podcast. Zusammen mit meinem Kollegen Manuel Bruder werfe ich einen Blick zurück und dann wieder nach vorn.
Wir sprechen über die Anfänge von „Maschinensprache“ – von den ersten Schweißperlen bis zu den vielen spannenden Gesprächen, die seitdem geführt wurden. Wie es überhaupt zur Idee für den Podcast kam und warum dieses Form...
2025-09-0238 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauKI-Fahrplan für den Maschinenbau-Service
In dieser Episode treffe ich mich wieder mit meinem Kollegen Manuel Bruder auf einen Kaffee, diesmal, um über die Rolle von KI im Maschinenbau-Service zu sprechen. Anlass sind bemerkenswert ambitionierte Ziele für die KI-Nutzung im Aftersales, die wir von Unternehmen im Maschinen- und Anlagenbau hören: 80 % des Services zukünftig durch KI abwickeln lassen? Wow.
Wir diskutieren, ob das ein realistisches und wünschenswertes Ziel ist und welche verschiedenen Formen von KI dabei überhaupt eine Rolle spielen können. Es geht nicht nur um Large Language Models (LLMs) oder generative KI, die im Hype gerade ganz oben si...
2025-08-0440 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauPredictive Maintenance Realitätscheck
In dieser Episode treffe ich mich mal wieder auf einen Kaffee mit unserem Kollegen Manuel Bruder. Wir sprechen darüber, ob Predictive Maintenance als Thema ein totgerittenes Pferd ist. Ausgangssituation ist häufig die Beobachtung, dass Predictive Maintenance als die höchste Stufe der Instandhaltung gilt, obwohl viele Unternehmen die grundlegenderen Stufen wie Preventive oder Reactive Maintenance noch optimieren könnten.
Gerade die oft propagierte Idee, einfach Daten zu sammeln, KI darüber laufen zu lassen und dann die Zukunft vorherzusagen, greift zu kurz. Wir arbeiten heraus, dass es viele nützliche Zwischenschritte und einfachere Lösungen gibt, b...
2025-06-0238 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauSmartsquare Inside - So starten wir Digitalisierungsprojekte
In dieser Episode treffe ich mich mal wieder auf einen Kaffee mit unserem Business Unit Manager Manuel Bruder. Wir sprechen darüber, wie Führungskräfte und Innovationsverantwortliche digitale Projekte erfolgversprechend aufsetzen und strukturieren können. Ausgangssituation sind häufig vage, informelle Gespräche, ein hoher Grad an Unsicherheit und viele noch nicht greifbare Ideen. Gerade diese Unsicherheit zu managen und dabei schnell Klarheit über Aufwand, Zeitrahmen und Nutzen eines neuen Projektes zu gewinnen, ist aus Führungssicht eine entscheidende Herausforderung.
Wir arbeiten heraus, wie sehr konkrete und greifbare Ergebnisse – etwa Software-Prototypen und Demonstrationen wie unser Servicebuddy – dabei helfen...
2025-04-0741 min
For the Love of GoatsFor the Love of Goats Turns 5: A Look Ahead with Deborah NiemannHappy anniversary to us! FTLOG is five years old! As we enter our sixth year, you can continue to count on us to help you cut through the clutter of conflicting information out there so that you can be confident that your goats will be living their best lives! You can expect to hear from more goat experts like veterinary professors and published scientists who are on the leading edge of goat research. You’ll also hear from goat owners who have turned their love of goats into a successful business. And this year, you’ll hear more...
2025-02-1101 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im Maschinenbau2024 ist schon wieder Retro - Ausblick 2025
In dieser Episode treffe ich mich mal wieder auf einen Kaffee mit unserem Business Unit Manager Manuel Bruder. Wir schauen beim Kaffee auf 2024 zurück. Manuel teilt dabei seine Erfahrungen und Eindrücke aus dem ersten Jahr bei Smartsquare und beschreibt den Perspektivwechsel, den der Wechsel aus einem Maschinenbau- zum Softwareunternehmen mit sich bringt. Strukturen und Herangehensweisen unterscheiden sich teils deutlich, auch die Kundenkommunikation läuft anders und hat Einfluss auf das Projekt-Setup.
Darüber hinaus war 2024 natürlich von wirtschaftlicher Unsicherheit geprägt, im Maschinenbau wohl noch mehr als in vielen anderen Branchen. Auch für Smartsq...
2025-01-0642 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauMesse-Spezial: FMB 2024
Smartsquare ist dieses Jahr zum ersten Mal als Aussteller auf der FMB – Fachmesse Maschinenbau vertreten. Für diese Sonderfolge unterbrechen Manuel und ich kurz die Arbeit an den Messevorbereitungen und lassen euch an unseren Überlegungen dazu teilhaben. Die FMB verfolgt aus unserer Sicht ein sehr spannendes Konzept und ist für uns genau das richtige Umfeld, um Maschinen- und Anlagenbauern unsere Software vorzustellen. Allerdings haben wir uns auch tief in die Augen geschaut und überlegt, ob die wirtschaftlich schlechten Zeiten gerade das richtige Umfeld für eine Messe-Premiere sind. Wird da überhaupt viel los sein? Wie investitionsbereit sind unsere potenzie...
2024-10-2818 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 194 | Ferd Niemann on Right of First Refusals For Tenants - Pros and ConsWelcome back to the Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the complex but crucial topic of the Right of First Refusal (ROFR) provisions in mobile home park (MHP) contracts and leases. Host Ferd Niemann breaks down the pros and cons of these provisions for both tenants and landlords, sharing insights on how the growing trend of statutory ROFR is impacting MHP transactions in various states.
Ferd covers why ROFR is gaining traction in 16 states and discusses real-life examples where these provisions come into play, including the financial, operational, and legal challenges landlords...
2024-10-1620 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauZufriedene Kunden kommen wieder
Ich besuche die SOLLICH KG in Bad Salzuflen, ein Maschinenbauunternehmen in Familienhand mit hundertjähriger Geschichte und inzwischen Weltmarktführer in der Entwicklung von Produktionssystemen für die Süßwarenbranche. Das kommt nicht von ungefähr, dieser Erfolg fußt neben profunden Kenntnissen der anspruchsvollen Produktionsprozesse in diesem Bereich auf innovativen und hochwertigen Maschinen und Anlagen sowie zuverlässigem Service für die Anwenderunternehmen. Zum Gespräch eingeladen hat mich Kai Wallasch, der als Mitglied der Geschäftsführung die Digitalisierung von SOLLICH vorantreibt.
Wir sprechen darüber, dass Maschinen aus Stahl und Eisen weiterhin im Mittelpunkt stehen und da...
2024-04-0232 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauKundenzufriedenheit, Kundenbindung und Vorreiterrolle
Diesmal haben wir Kundenbesuch im Hauptquartier von Smartsquare: Die POLYMA Energiesysteme GmbH baut mobile und stationäre Stromerzeuger mit einem hohen Grad an Individualisierung für Anwender wie Netz- und Infrastrukturbetreiber, Feuerwehren und Katastrophenschutz. Der Anspruch, Qualitätsanbieter in diesem Bereich zu sein, spiegelt sich auch in den digitalen Lösungen für Kundendienst und Aftersales, die wir für POLYMA erstellen. Deshalb habe ich mir den Bereichsleiter Steffen Link und den Serviceleiter Nico Hoche an die Mikrofone geholt, um genau darüber zu sprechen.
Wir sprechen darüber, welche Vorteile bereits die grundlegende Fernüberwachungslösung für Anwend...
2024-03-0443 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauTechnisches Angebot mit kaufmännischen Zielen kombinieren
Ich besuche Hymmen Maschinen- und Anlagenbau in Bielefeld und spreche mit dem geschäftsführenden Gesellschafter René Pankoke, der das Familienunternehmen jetzt in vierter Generation leitet. Hymmen ist Spezialist für Produktionstechnik für die Großserienproduktion und Oberflächenveredelung von plattenförmigen Materialien und Bahnware. Digitale Technologien gehören schon lange zu den Kernkompetenzen im Betrieb, das Unternehmen erschließt sich aber immer weitere Aspekte des Themas und baut das Geschäftsmodell damit aus.
Wir unterhalten uns über die Bedeutung des Servicegeschäftes als „Diversifikation“ im Geschäftsmodell eines Maschinen- und Anlagenbauers, und darüber wie sich dieser Bereich...
2024-02-0555 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauDie Cloud ist die logische Konsequenz
Ich besuche unseren Kunden Beckmann GmbH und spreche mit Michael und Stefan Beckmann, die das Familienunternehmen jetzt in dritter Generation leiten. Ihr Unternehmen ist Spezialist für SB-Bezahlsysteme und seit ihrem Einstieg in die Geschäftsführung setzen sie ebenso konsequent wie erfolgreich auf die Digitalisierung ihres Geschäftsmodells.
Wir sprechen über die Unternehmensgeschichte, die sehr typisch für kleinere und mittlere Maschinenbauer ist, und auf welche Markteinflüsse und Trends die beiden mit ihrer Digitalstrategie reagieren. Ihre Whitelabel-Cloudplattform ist viel mehr geworden als ein reines Fernüberwachungs- und Datensammelwerkzeug. Sie knüpft ein Netzwerk aus Herstellern, Partnern...
2024-01-0852 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauJetzt ist das perfekte Zeitfenster
Ich besuche das Startup FINDIQ GmbH in Herford und spreche mit Co-Founderin und CEO Sina Kämmerling. FINDIQ digitalisiert das Expertenwissen von Servicemitarbeitern im Maschinenbau und bringt es in einem Assistenzsystem an die Maschine. Vor gerade einmal anderthalb Jahren gegründet, hat das Team bisher nicht nur diverse Preise und Risikokapital eingesammelt, sondern auch schon namenhafte Kunden gewonnen und die Lösung erfolgreich an den Start bekommen.
Sina hat ihre Karriere in der Beratung des Maschinenbaus zu Digitalisierungsthemen begonnen. In einem Forschungsprojekt zum Wissenstransfer im technischen Umfeld entstanden dann die Produktidee und FINDIQ. Wir sprechen über den wach...
2023-12-0451 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauDas Smartphone ist die ideale Plattform
Bei mir zu Besuch ist Thomas Brinkhoff, der nach 25 Jahren Karriere seine Position als Führungskraft bei einem großen deutschen Hersteller von Industrienähmaschinen aufgegeben und ein eigenes Unternehmen gegründet hat. Mit seiner ARTITEX GmbH entwickelt und vertreibt er heute erfolgreiche digitale Produkte für die nähende Industrie.
Thomas kennt die Branche mit ihren Problemen und Herausforderungen in- und auswendig. Er implementiert digitale Lösungen, für die er stark auf das Smartphone als leicht verfügbare, günstige, einfach zu bedienende und trotzdem leistungsstarke technische Plattform setzt. Seine Produkte erheben und analysieren Daten in Echtzei...
2023-11-0642 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauVon Buzzwords zu sinnvollen Lösungen kommen
In dieser Folge besucht mich Almut Rademacher, Geschäftsführerin des in Bielefeld ansässigen Vereins owl maschinenbau e.V. Die drei Buchstaben „OWL“ stehen für die Region Ostwestfalen-Lippe, in der wir einen sehr breit aufgestellten, starken Maschinen- und Anlagenbau haben. Hier wirkt der Verein seit nunmehr 20 Jahren erfolgreich als Netzwerk-Hub für kleine und große Unternehmen der Branche unter dem Motto #gemeinsamstaerker.
Almut und ihr Team stehen im intensiven Austausch mit den mehr als 200 Mitgliedsunternehmen und kennen die Themen, welche die Branche umtreiben. Neben tagesaktuellen Herausforderungen und branchenspezifischen Fachthemen geht es dabei natürlich auch um die...
2023-10-0233 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauSteuerung und Optimierung sind nur der Anfang
Mein Gast in dieser Folge ist Manuel Bruder, erfahrener Maschinenbau-Unternehmer und studierter Informatiker. Bis vor Kurzem war er als Geschäftsführer und Head of Development im Familienunternehmen expert systemtechnik GmbH in Bielefeld tätig und hat dort maßgeblich die Entwicklung der Softwareprodukte, aber auch der Digitalisierung von Kundendienst und internen Prozessen vorangetrieben. Aus seiner Verbandsarbeit im OWL Maschinenbau e.V. kennt er diese Themen auch aus der Sicht vieler anderer Unternehmerinnen und Unternehmer. Deshalb startet er gerade in eine neue Karrierephase und berät Maschinenbau-KMUs in Sachen Digitalisierungsstrategie.
Er gibt zunächst einen Einblick in die be...
2023-09-0440 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauIntelligent wird es erst durch die Software
In dieser Folge bin ich zu Gast bei Michael Eikelmann, Mit-Gründer und einer der drei Geschäftsführer der c-trace GmbH in Bielefeld. Als Systemhaus für die Entsorgungslogistik ist c-trace zwar kein Maschinenbau-Unternehmen, hat dafür aber bereits fast 20 Jahre Erfahrung in der Entwicklung und Vermarktung von kombinierten Hard- und Softwarelösungen.
Michael ist Vollblut-Unternehmer und gibt Einblick in seine strategischen Überlegungen sowie den Prozess, wie er zu Produkt- und Serviceideen kommt. Im Mittelpunkt steht dabei natürlich immer die erfolgreiche Vermarktbarkeit. Das lässt sich nicht nur an seiner persönlichen Arbeitsweise ablesen. Es wurde bei...
2023-08-0733 minMaschinensprache - Digitalisierung im MaschinenbauVorstellung
Maschinensprache ist der Unternehmer-Podcast zur Digitalisierung im Maschinen- und Anlagenbau. Hier dreht sich alles um digitale Produkte und Leistungen, Geschäftsmodelle und die praktische Implementierung in den KMUs der Branche.
Ich bin Alexander Niemann, Softwareunternehmer, und diese Themen sind mein tägliches Geschäft bei der Smartsquare GmbH. Folge für Folge lade ich kompetente und erfahrene Menschen zum Gespräch über digitale Unternehmensentwicklung ein. Es geht um Beispiele für erfolgreiche digitale Angebote, grundsätzliche Wirkzusammenhänge, Unternehmensgestaltung und Führung. Inspirierende Geschichten, gelernte Lektionen und individuelle Erfolgsrezepte aus dem echten Leben: das ist Maschinensprache.
Ich freu...
2023-07-2402 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 165 | Case Study: Ferd Niemann on How To Make More With Less. Bigger Splits For the GP Beats More Pads!In the latest episode of The Mobile Home Parks, host Ferd Niemann discusses his experience as a mobile home park owner operator. Niemann shares a quote by Bill Gates that inspires his approach to work: "Give a lazy person a hard job because they'll find an easy way to do it." Although Niemann is far from lazy, he strives to work smarter, not harder. He shares his strategy of owning fewer parks but with a heavier workload to earn twice as much money and work half as much as his peers.
Niemann also discusses his investment strategy...
2023-03-1535 min
Blake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: Lake or Break ShowThe Los Angeles Lakers are starting to find their rhythm again after an improbable comeback victory over the Dallas Mavericks, who currently hold the final playoff spot in the Western Conference. We discuss the Lakers playoff chances and how deep of a run they can put together. Plus, March is right around the corner, and madness is already spreading across the college basketball scene. We give our thoughts on a weekend full of buzzer beaters along with so much more on this edition of The Screamin Niemann's.
2023-02-2841 minBlake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: Stars Show Out in Salt LakeOn this episode of The Screamin Niemann's, we recap the incredible dunk contest performance from high school sensation Mac McClung. Also, why load management is bad for the game, the atrocious defense from both teams in the All-Star game, and the XFL's return. All that and more right here on The Screamin Niemann's.
2023-02-2835 minBlake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: Super Bowl Week and LeBron's Record ChaseA big week ahead in sports, with the Super Bowl just under a week away and the NBA trade deadline buzz heating up. Kyrie Irving already made a big Blockbuster move over the weekend to join Luka Doncic in Dallas, leaving KD as the lone survivor in Brooklyn. More to come on the Nets' downfall, LeBron's scoring record chase, and the weekend sports market report, all on this week's edition of The Screamin Niemann's.
2023-02-0733 minBlake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: A Tale of Two GamesChampionship Sunday had two very different outcomes: one was a devastating blowout, and the other was a nail bitter down to the final seconds. We got a breakdown of the teams heading to the Super Bowl in Arizona and an outlook for the teams that now head into the offseason on this fresh episode of The Screamin Niemann's.
2023-02-0731 minBlake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: NFL Divisional Round Winners and LosersWe are back and better than ever. The Screamin Niemann's make their 2023 debut on Blaze Radio as they discuss all that went down in an action-packed weekend full of playoff games, College Basketball upsets, and NBA midseason reports.
2023-01-2330 minBlake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: AD is Back in BuisnessNFL playoff spots are starting to heat up; which conference has the stronger competition? Also, Anthony Davis has been on a tear lately with the Lake Show. Edward Nieman offers his inside perspective on Tuesday's game against the Suns.
We apologize for not having the full show as normal. We experienced some technical difficulties that stopped the show in the middle without our knowledge. Once again, we are sorry for the inconvenience and look forward to getting it sorted out next week.
From one Niemann to another, we wish you al a very happy Thanksgiving!
2022-11-2413 minBlake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: PAC-12 MeltdownThe PAC-12 lost two of its playoff hopefuls this past weekend, with USC now being the only glimmer of hope. Outside the PAC-12 dumpster fire, Conference championships are starting to form, with implications increasing. Plus, How the "Game of the Century" affects both potential Super Bowl contenders. All this and more on the latest edition of The Screamin Niemann's.
2022-11-1629 minBlake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: WHO'S IN? Not AlabamaThis past weekend, the College Football Playoff picture took a hard turn as Alabama, Clemson, and Tennessee all fell in their primetime matchups. Tom Brady continues to shatter the NFL Record Book. Plus, the Astros are the 2022 World Series Champs. Are they still considered cheaters? All this and more on this edition of The Screamin Niemann's.
2022-11-101h 10Blake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: Big 10 and SEC TalkThe two most dominant conferences in college football continue to shape college football with their ever-competitive weekly matchups. We discuss the outcomes of these games and our predictions for the upcoming market games. Also, our takeaways from the world series and the shakeup across the NFC through the first half of the season. All of this and more on this edition of The Screamin Niemann's.
2022-11-021h 08
Blake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: Philly PhillyThe Philidelphia Phillies are going to the World Series after a remarkable postseason run. How will they fair against the Astros in the World Series? Also, how the College Football Playoff race is heating up? What are the outlooks for the N.Y. Yankees this offseason and the L.A. Lakers this upcoming season? We answer all these questions and more on this edition of The Screamin Niemann's.
2022-10-261h 13Blake's TakeThe Screamin Niemann's: Welcome to The NoiseWelcome to The Screamin Niemann's podcast, hosted by Blake Niemann and Edward Niemann. We are two college kids who are not related but have the same last name and enjoy giving hot takes and voicing our opinion on the latest and greatest happenings in sports. This week we opened our show talking about the recent college football upsets, NFL rivalry matchups, the L.A. Dodgers postseason collapse, and much more. Thank you for tuning in.
2022-10-2059 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 155 | Ferd Niemann on How and When to Use a Master Lease with Option to PurchaseToday, we discuss what a Master Lease is and how and when you can use this for purchase.
Master Lease is a controlling lease that gives the lessee the right to control and sublease the property during the lease. The lessee has equitable title to the property while the owner retains the legal title. It is commonly used in commercial real estate deals.
When you want to purchase intermediate amounts of space and want to obtain maximum flexibility without being bound by long-term commitments, then you surely should consider using a master lease.
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2022-09-1418 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 154 | Ferd Niemann on Why and When Do I Need A PPM Over a Joint VentureThe Private Place Memorandum (PPM) is executed in a legal document that each and every single person has. It contains a unique aspect relating to the individual, but also to the public.
Even though a PPM by its nature is private, in this episode, you'll be able to learn the reasons why you should do one and why most people do not like to write privately because of the possible self-disclosure.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00:38 Podcast Intro
00:01:13 Why People Don’t Like PPMs
00:03:00 Security
00:05:06 Capitalization
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2022-09-0729 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 153 | Ferd Niemann on the 10 Steps to Getting Your Loan ApprovedBanks want to lend money, but they're ultra-conservative. You need these tips to help you get approved.
This episode will help you qualify for a loan and understand how to work with bank representatives. It will also offer advice on how to help banks feel more comfortable in dealing with your situation and how to show them that you are worth their time and money.
If you've been rejected by the bank or want to avoid getting turned down, here are the 10 steps to help you get your loan approved!
Highlights of...
2022-08-3124 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 152 | Ferd Niemann on Being Obstinate and How It Can Save the DayWe all know that mobile home parks are a great way to achieve a sense of stability in our lives. However, one of the downsides of being so settled is that when something goes wrong—like a leaky pipe, gas lines or a rowdy neighbor, it can be tough to get things fixed.
When it comes to mobile home parks, being obstinate can mean the difference between a bad deal and one that will save you thousands. Not all park operators are reasonable, and if you don't know how to say no, your own obstinacy cou...
2022-08-2427 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 151 | Ferd Niemann on the Factors to Consider when Selecting a Title CompanyThe title company you select is critical to your success when buying real estate. An experienced and reliable title company will be experienced in negotiating potentially challenging real estate closing situations smoothly.
So, how can you ensure the title company you choose is a good choice? Tune in as Ferd discusses this topic.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00:32 Host Intro
00:03:19 How Do I Choose a Title Company?
00:06:17 Important Fees
00:08:40 Permits / Permission
00:16:32 Conclusion
Connecting with MHP Law:
Website: https://themob...
2022-08-1717 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 143 | Should I Accept Section 8 for My Mobile HomesSection 8 is an opportunity for low-income families and residents to rent apartments and housing at fair market rates.
In this episode, Ferd Niemann shares with us real-life experiences and examples of section 8, whether a landlord or tenant should allow this arrangement and the cost that comes with it.
Highlights of the episode:
1:57 - What is section 8?
2:09 - Pros of Section 8
2:54 - Cons of Section 8
4:29 - Is section 8 favorable among MH
4:56 - Regulators of Section 8
6:28 - Old stereotypes on low-income tenants
7:26 - Different real-life encounters under section 8
20:45...
2022-04-2023 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 142 | Understanding the Importance of Seller Deliverable RequirementsIt’s always critical to your deal the level of due diligence you can apply before purchasing a property. In this episode of the MHP Lawyer Podcast, Ferd Niemann shares his own due diligence list specific to mobile home parks and highlights the importance behind each one of them to how they can be leveraged strategically to manipulate the contract and timing associated with your offer.
The devil is in the details and the victory is in the details of the contract. Tune into this episode to use the ultimate seller deliverable list that will change the wa...
2022-04-1318 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 141 | Pros and Cons of Buying A Small Mobile Home ParkThis week's episode is about the pros and cons of owning a small mobile home park. Ferd Niemann shares the pros and cons of buying a small mobile home park. While some pros exist such as getting a chance to connect with tenants on a more personal level, cons also do exist such as not having the ability to hire a full time property manager. In addition to this discussion of contrast between the two, Ferd also weighs in by using his personal experience as a small mobile home park owner and addresses the problems that he faced and...
2022-04-0609 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 139 | Why Rent Control Should Be AbolishedIn this episode, Ferd Niemann shares his thoughts on why the concept of rent control should be removed. Ferd expands on the detrimental long-term effects of Rent Control such as low quantity and quality of housing. He also discusses the three types of Rent Control (strict price, vacancy control, and vacancy de-control) which are all real-world examples of the impacts they can have on the future market. Finally, Ferd notes that other investors may not know that they are victims of Rent Control and why Rent Control isn’t institutionalized.
Highlights of the ep...
2022-03-2321 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 138 | The Latest and Most Effective Way To Hire For Your TeamIn this episode, Ferd Niemann discusses the importance of hiring a great property manager in the mobile home park business. Ferd expands on the importance of hiring slow and sometimes needing to fire fast. Ferd reviews the soft and hard skills that it takes to become a great property manager along with the core values that he and his team look to align with when hiring. If you’re looking to hire a property manager for your mobile home park, you’ll want to listen to the ‘12 steps to hire best’ clearly outlined in this episode.
Highlig...
2022-03-1720 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEP 132 | Checking The List for Mobile Home Purchases and SalesFerd Niemann talks to his father about what you need to know when you buy or sell a mobile home. Organized into a checklist, father and son huddle to discuss the details and important steps to take in order to land the best deals possible and how to do it the right way. From sales to purchase, to accounting, to deeds, learn from their experience and make their checklist yours to avoid mistakes that will cost you time or money in your mobile home investment journey.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00:00 - Episode Introduction
2022-02-0221 min
The Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEP 128 | Is The MHP Star Rating Relevant with Ferd NiemannWelcome back to The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast. In this week’s episode, Ferd enlightens us about the relevance of the Mobile Home Park Star Rating System. Star ratings help identify and categorize Parks based on certain criteria. This system also works as a guide for MHP improvements.
Discover the one to five-star criteria and its overall relevance to mobile home park investing by tuning into this episode. As Ferd has, you’ll also want to get familiar.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00 - Episode Intro
01:26...
2022-01-0613 minThe Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEP 124 | Forty Things To Look For When Doing A Site VisitThis week on The Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast Ferd shows us the Do's and Don'ts when doing a site visit. Learn every detail that needs to be checked, look for, and consider before doing the investment. Join Ferd Niemann as he shares his strategy for a good Mobile Home Park Investment.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00 - Episode Introduction
00:40 - Start of the topic: Things to Look for in a Site Visit
01:34 - Purchase Price
02:36 - Condition of homes and vehicles
03:06 - Zoning
03:18...
2021-12-0408 minThe Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEP 123 | Twenty Plus Post Closing TasksWelcome back to the Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast. In this episode, Ferd Niemann talks about the post-closing tasks after every property acquisition. Post-closing tasks are a critical part of the acquisition process to ensure that no aspects or details of the property acquisition are overlooked. Consequently, saving time and money.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00 - Episode Introduction
00:32 - Overview of the Post Closing Tasks
01:35 - Checklist of Post Closing Tasks
07:02 - Episode Closing
Notable Quotes
“Those things (post-closing tasks) are all...
2021-11-3007 minThe Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEP 122 | Running a Fund Comprised of Small MHPsOn the new episode of the Mobile Home Park, we have our special guest Charlotte Dunford who shifted from a corporate job to a full-time real estate entrepreneur. She started from a single-family home to a duplex and eventually acquired small Mobile Home Parks in 2019. Right now she has 22 parks from different locations and has 4.2 million dollar assets.
In this episode, she shares her experiences from operations to dealing with utility systems to raising capital and investors. If you want to be like Charlotte who nails in the small MHPs industry make sure to stick until the...
2021-11-2620 minThe Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEP 121 | Panel discussion on Growing PainsWelcome back to the Mobile Home Park Lawyer Podcast. This week Ferd Niemann with special guests from the MHP field Larry Abramowitz, Brett Bowman, and Abraham Anderson as they discuss the Growing Pains from the easiest to hardest deals in Mobile Home Parks.
In this episode, you will learn what’s easy about operations, what’s hard about operations, and what the state of the labor market is.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00 Episode Introduction
01:27 Introduction of the guests
05:41 What do you think would have been easy but wasn’t?
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2021-11-231h 03
Green Eggs... and Man?Kan You Crack the Code?Pages 62-63 (Image: https://bit.ly/3CKkeE8) “I do so like Green eggs and ham! Thank you! Thank you, Sam-I-am!” Abraham stands satisfied with his arm around Sam.thanks for going on this journey with us everyone.Only the fork remains on the plate which now sits–much like the final page–empty. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://c...
2021-11-2348 minThe Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEP 120 | Panel Discussion on Raising FundsWelcome back to the MHP Podcast where we meet our guests Rhett Trees who is the Founder and CEO of Seneca Capital Partners, Sam Hales from Saratoga Group, Jeff Cook who is the Founder and CEO of Cook Properties, and Daniel Weisfield with Three Pillars
In this episode, you will learn the pros and cons of high-risk investing, how to differentiate and scale investors, and how the accounting department fees can adjust to company expansion.
Highlights of the episode:
00:00 Episode Introduction
01:10 Introduction of the Guests Rhett Trees...
2021-11-191h 10Green Eggs... and Man?Okay… Don’t Meet Your HeroesPages 60-61 (Image: https://bit.ly/30yEiMN) “And I will eat them in the rain. And in the dark. And on a train. … Say! I will eat them ANYWHERE!” Abraham and Sam walk out of the water.we are stuck inside the book PLEASE HELP US PLEASE. The others wave goodbye from the water. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://cool...
2021-11-1640 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Pleading Only Kinda GuiltyPages 58-59 (Image: https://bit.ly/31uL5ap) “Say! I like green eggs and ham! ... And I would eat them with a goat…” Abraham holds a fork and smiles.welp we are on trial… not feeling great about our odds.Samantha and Abraham share their first moment of true camaraderie. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-11-0942 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Upbeat at StarfleetPages 56-57 (Image: https://bit.ly/3Cy5uZM) Abraham frowns as he holds up a green egg with a fork.we are in starfleet world and we don’t know what’s real and what’s a kobayashi maru anymore...does anyone even read these messages?Everyone quietly leans forward, for this is a page of silence. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-11-0253 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Seatbelts, Chekhov’s Gun (For Real This Time)Pages 54-55 (Image: https://bit.ly/30YqR8U) “Sam! If you will let me be, I will try them. You will see.” Waist-deep in water, Abraham begins to acquiesce to Sam.we’re looking for josette–has anybody seen her?The onlookers eagerly anticipate a satisfying payoff. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-10-2647 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Dying to Leave the AtticPages 52-53. (Image: https://bit.ly/3DMQJmg) “You do not like them. So you say. Try them! Try them! And you may. Try them and you may, I say.” Wading in water, Abraham considers his choice.please help we’re stuck in jaime scary’s attic and can’t get out.The others watch the action, eyes open wide. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaud
2021-10-1948 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Nothing in the BasementPages 50-51. (Image: https://bit.ly/2YxlnRg) “I do not like them, Sam-I-am.” Sam and Abraham continue their struggle while submerged underwater.we have arrived at jaime scary’s house (uh oh).Bubbles emanate from all around Abraham and Sam. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-10-121h 00Green Eggs... and Man?Every Podcast Needs a Road TripPages 48-49. (Image: https://bit.ly/2Yn9vBB) “I do not like green eggs and ham!” Abraham asserts himself as he collides with the water.time to save wes with a roadtrip to toronto!All others appear perfectly happy to end up in the ocean. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-10-0538 minGreen Eggs... and Man?There Will Be Blood DrinkingPages: 46-47. (Image: https://bit.ly/39w0h88) “I could not, would not, on a boat. … I do not like them ANYWHERE!” Everyone is falling in midair as they collide with the yellow boat.help is wes sick because he’s acting weird.All eyes are closed with the exception of Abraham, Sam, the fox, and the sea captain. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-09-2843 minGreen Eggs... and Man?it's the HoroscopE kilLer, peoPle!Pages 44-45. (Image: https://bit.ly/2XBPuqq) “Would you, could you, on a boat?” The train launches off the railroad towards a yellow boat waiting in a body of water.we have a new guest who is scary.The sea captain appears ready for their arrival. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-09-2148 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Totes My GoatsPages 42-43. (Image: https://bit.ly/2VqOJj0) “Could you, would you, with a goat? I would not, could not, with a goat!” As the train whizzes along, Sam lifts the hatch to a secret compartment containing a goat.adam’s wife panayiota needs to help. The goat’s eyes are closed. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Special Guest: Panayiota Kuvetakis Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsi...
2021-09-1451 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Unleash Your Inner MousePages 40-41. (Image: https://bit.ly/3BDQitq) “You do not like green eggs and ham? I do not like them, Sam-I-am.” Zoomed way out, the train chugs along on rickety rails as Abraham makes a proclamation.did adam do something terrible last week??A solitary house stands in the distance next to two palm trees. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additio...
2021-09-0750 minGreen Eggs... and Man?bakiNg is sO greaT!Pages 38-39. (Image: https://bit.ly/3jhvodg) “Would you, could you, in the rain? … I do not like them anywhere!” Rain smatters both the train and all the characters standing atop.we’ll focus on structurestructurestructure while josette is around. The train accelerates out of the tunnel unflinchingly. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-08-3150 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Yikes! It’s the Fun Police!Pages 36-37. (Image: https://bit.ly/385QnsX) “Say! In the dark? … I would not, could not, in the dark.” Deep in a dark cave, Sam and Abraham argue atop the train. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-08-2447 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Really Very Topsy-TurvyPages 34-35. (Image: https://bit.ly/3xI4DTh) “Not on a train! Not in a tree! … I do not like green eggs and ham. I do not like them Sam-I-am!” Abraham stands tall atop the train as it enters a tunnel. Steam ekes out of the smokestack and only two of the three train passengers appear from this angle. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Addi...
2021-08-1736 minGreen Eggs... and Man?All Aboard! (The Lincoln Special)Pages 32-33. (Image: https://bit.ly/37vlkGL) “A train! A train! A train! A train! Could you, would you, on a train?” The car flings off the tree on a collision course with a speeding train. Only a poorly-rendered Abraham shows shock at the events unfolding. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-08-1043 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Countin’ TheoriesPages 30-31 (Image: https://bit.ly/3C4pjbj) “I would not, could not, in a tree. Not in a car! You let me be. … I do not like them Sam-I-am.” The shoe-car, perched precariously atop a tree, dangles over a cliff. Abraham makes a declaration while the rest of the passengers stare, rapt in attention. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https...
2021-08-0346 minGreen Eggs... and Man?So: Daredevil or Tree?Pages 28-29. (Image: https://bit.ly/3rBJcBI) “You may like them. You will see. You may like them in a tree!” Sam drives the car up a tree. Abraham sits on the hood, peering over the precipice. The Fox, Mouse and Green Eggs and Ham are unperturbed. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-07-2752 minGreen Eggs... and Man?You Want Fries With That?Pages 26-27. (Image: https://bit.ly/3exhSiH) “Would you? Could you? In a car? Eat them! Eat them! Here they are. I would not, could not, in a car.” Sam collides into Abraham with a car in the shape of a shoe. The fox and mouse sit in the backseat, content. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Addition...
2021-07-2051 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Nobody Puts Abie in a BoxPages 24-25. (Image: https://bit.ly/36oUBv7) “Not in a box. Not with a fox. ... I would not eat green eggs and ham. I do not like them, Sam-I-am.” Abraham storms over a red hill with his fist raised and bubbles of displeasure trailing behind him. The box stands in the corner, a not-so-distant memory. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with A...
2021-07-1342 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Not My Step-Brother’s KeeperPages 22-23. (Image: https://bit.ly/3h7Bhsq) “Would you eat them in a box? Would you eat them with a fox?” Sam stands in a constructed box that hangs in a tree along with a proud fox. Abraham’s disappointment is palpable. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-07-0649 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Exeunt Pursued by Chrome ThemePages 20-21. (Image: https://bit.ly/3heftu4) “I do not like them in a house. ... I do not like them, Sam-I-am.” Abraham angrily walks into some teal bushes, arms up in the air. The house now appears in the corner of the page in miniature. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-06-2950 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Peace 4 Vampires & WerewolvesPages 18-19. (Image: https://bit.ly/2SgiotE) “Would you like them in a house? Would you like them with a mouse?” Sam stands on the windowsill of a house. A mouse sits at a table, whereupon the fateful plate resides. Abraham’s eyelids belie sadness and confusion. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-06-2250 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Something Something Booty TownPages 16-17. (Image: https://bit.ly/3glwlOV) “I would not like them here or there. I would not like them anywhere. I do not like green eggs and ham. I do not like them Sam-I-am.” Sam and the plate are barely visible in the corner as Abraham walks away into red bushes with his posterior prominent. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam...
2021-06-1547 minGreen Eggs... and Man?It’s a Kobayashi Maru, Y’allPages 14-15. (Image: https://bit.ly/3zj6iRp) “Would you like them here or there?” Sam now holds two long pointing sticks capped with gloved hands, indicating two distinct locations. The green eggs and ham balances atop their head. Abraham frowns, a squiggle from his head indicating displeasure. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-06-0844 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Enter the MatrixPages 12-13. (Image: https://bit.ly/3wBIuG6) “I do not like them, Sam-I-am. I do not like green eggs and ham.” Abraham holds up a hand to Sam’s plate of food indicating his refusal. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-06-0145 minGreen Eggs... and Man?This Ep, We're Gonna Be Positive!Pages 8-9. (Image: https://bit.ly/3buruJH) “That Sam-I-am! That Sam-I-am! I do not like that Sam-I-am!” Abraham has dropped his newspaper and holds his hand in a clenched fist. A pink tail and foot are all that remain of the others. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-05-1840 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Enjoy... the Perfect JokePages 6-7. (Image: https://bit.ly/3ewPKg1) Sam reappears holding a new sign announcing “Sam I am.” Sam has whipped around the corner of the teal wall atop a large pink cat. Abraham sits to the left, startled. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-05-1142 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Say Hello to Robot DadPages 4-5. (Image: https://bit.ly/3nIlmmb) Sam has whooshed past Abraham, who is sitting reading a newspaper. Sam and the dog are barely visible on the right page. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-05-0444 minGreen Eggs... and Man?Once Upon a Time in Dog WorldPages 2-3. (Image: https://bit.ly/3xo4Dst) A sign proclaiming “I am Sam” is displayed by a creature simultaneously doffing a red hat. This creature stands atop a dog-like animal bounding around a corner. The left page is entirely blank. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-04-2730 min
Green Eggs... and Man?Judging a Book by Its Cover(Image: https://bit.ly/2QqRNJ4) “Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss” A furry creature with a top hat bends over to inspect a plate of food with green eggs and ham amidst an orange background. Hosts: Weston Scott & Adam Niemann Theme Songs by Chris Lambert Show Graphic by Chris Lambert Edited by Adam Niemann with Additional Audio Here: https://coolwebsite.pizza/additionalaudio
2021-04-2035 min
A Battle Within102: 121 Days Plus with Sadie and Corbin RaymondHere we go with Episode 102, Terry, the inspiration for the program was unfortunately unable to join this conversation due to not feeling well. But as Freddie Mercury has had, the show must go own.Today we offer Sadie and Corbin Raymond to you. Corbin was in an automobile accident at age sixteen which caused his TBI. On his road to recovery which amounted to 121 days in hospitals and rehab centers before returning home.Corbin's Mom, Sadie is his amazing advocate who also takes to blogging about Corbin's progress to keep people...
2021-01-3136 min
A Battle Within101: Calming My Storm with Aayna PatelHere we go with Episode 101, Terry, the inspiration for the program will join us shortly along with today's special guest Aayna Patel.Aayna will tell us about her story of slipping down the stairs at home and ending up with a concussion and Post Concussion symptoms that came about in the months following.In addition to talking us through some of the tools and resources she used in her recovery she talks to what it is like to be a teenager trying to heal. What kind of support has she gotten a...
2021-01-2547 min
A Battle Within090: I Just Want to Get Out!Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 090, I'm Drew Niemann and I'll be joined by my wife Terry, the inspiration for the program shortly.A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome otherwise known as (PCS) Terry and I talk to the fact that many TBI Warriors can be quite good in the lock-down situations we are experiencing around the globe with Covid 19. Largely d...
2020-11-0926 minThe Mobile Home Park Lawyer PodcastEp. 11 | Ferd Niemann III - How Father and Son Got StartedOn this episode of The Mobile Home Park Lawyer, Ferd is joined by his business partner and father, Ferd Niemann III. The father-son duo gives some insight into what the MHP industry is like, and Ferd Niemann III gives a few valuable tips you can use if you’re considering buying a mobile home park.
2020-10-0616 min
A Battle Within084: Do You Remember That?Hello Warriors and Battle Buddies!Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 084, I'm Drew Niemann and I'll be joined by my wife Terry, the inspiration for the program shortly.Okay, Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and I sit down to talk about Memory and Cognition. Our experiences and some strategies to consider.We also talk about vision and vestibular systems and their impact on ones memory. Not something most would consider, but certainly worth looking into.
2020-09-2829 min
A Battle Within073: Blink and Breathe with OT Liz RohrerHello Warriors and Battle Buddies!Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 073, I'm Drew Niemann.I will be joined by my wife Terry, the inspiration for the program and Liz Rohrer shortly.A BATTLE WITHIN is about our life experiences and those of our guests living with and healing from Traumatic Brain Injuries with an emphasis on the Post Concussion Syndrome, otherwise known as (PCS) The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the warrior and caregiver perspectives.It is our desire that t...
2020-07-131h 05
Network Yourself to SuccessPersonal Branding and Landing your first Tech Job in Israel with guest David ZeffMeet David Zeff, an Australian/Sout-African Oleh. David is a recognized thought leader in the SAAS community, has been a part of 2 exits - one as a founder and the other as a founding team member, and is a today CEO & founder of Whistle, a marketing and sales agency.
In this episode, David shares his career journey in Israel from starting as a sales development rep in a small start-up in Raanana 6 years ago and working his way up to become VP of Sales and later head of sales in another company, to eventually starting his new c...
2020-06-0143 min
A Battle Within065: The Art of SocializingHello Warriors! Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 065, I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for the program and I sit down to discuss the Art of Socializing and how to go about it while trying to heal.We understand that things are unique in each situation, but we figured we would pass along some of the things and strategies we have used.Join us each week for the conversation!
2020-05-1828 min
Network Yourself to SuccessInterview with Stephanie HorwitzMeet Stephanie Horwitz, currently Value Creation Manager at SAP.iO Foundry in Tel Aviv.
Stephanie made Aliyah from the US and tells her story and tips on how she networked herself to success as an Olah in Israel in both the non-profit and tech sector.
For the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/v9dU7d36bto
Have a comment or a message you'd like to share? Send me an audiomessage: https://anchor.fm/yoni-niemann/message
2020-04-0334 min
A Battle Within058: Keep Your Chin Up!Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 058 I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore Staying positive during extremely trying times. We recorded this episode about 2 weeks into the lock-down in the states due to Covid 19.We'll pass along some things we are doing, learned about or have seen recommended in an effort to ease things for you during this stressful time.In this time of need our friends over at Mind Your Brain have made their conference that was cancelled...
2020-03-3026 min
A Battle Within053: Brain Injury Awareness MonthWelcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 053 I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for the program and I review some happenings around the upcoming Brain Injury Awareness month in March.March is traditionally the month here in the states. We thought we would pass along some information on events and programs that we are aware of including some events that we will personally be involved in.Join us each week for...
2020-02-2420 min
For the Love of GoatsMy Goat StoryJoin host and author Deborah Niemann as she tells you her goat story, which started in 2002, as well as why she decided to start a podcast and what you can expect in the coming weeks. Full show notes here --- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/my-goat-story/To see the most recent episodes, visit FortheLoveofGoats.comWant to support the content you love?Head over to -- https://thrifty-homesteader.ck.page/products/love-goats-tip-jarStandlee Premium Western ForageWe've been using and loving hay pellets from Standlee Premium Western Forage for more...
2020-02-1220 min
A Battle Within048: Filter? What Filter?Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 048Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry and Drew explore the fact that many who are experiencing Post Concussion Syndrome basically lose their filters.Terry and I also pass along some our experiences and insights with this. It has certainly been part of the process in the Niemann household. Please note that Terry and Drew are not medical professionals nor should their perspectives be taken as medical advice. Click Here to see disclaimer.Some of the links and resources provided are affiliate...
2020-01-2023 min
A Battle Within043: Be of Service - Janine KirbyWelcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 43, I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for the program and I get to spend time chatting with Janine Kirby about her journey after experiencing her injury on a construction site.Kirby takes us through her injury which includes brain surgery to the other side where she has become an active person in being of service to others in their own personal journeys.Before the...
2019-12-1641 min
A Battle Within038: There Is An App for That!Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 038, I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN and I will be discussing mobile apps to consider using as tools to make things a bit easier.We will be passing along some which we have used and recommend as well as other which have been discovered in researching for the episode. Who knows, maybe we will even take on an app or two. This episode...
2019-11-1134 min
A Battle Within035: Mind Your Brain Conference RecapWelcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 035, I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN and I pass along what we learned at the Mind Your Brain Conference a few weeks ago. We were certainly thrilled to attend and participate as panelists, but we also got to spend some time with listeners and guests of A BATTLE WITHIN. It truly was a cool experience for us!
2019-10-2135 min
A Battle Within034: Be Your Own Advocate with Kristin GregoryWelcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 034, I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, Terry, My wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN and I got to spend some time chatting with Kristen GregoryKristin shares her long term story of recovery, how her injury guided her professional career and how a doctor helped her many years after her injury. Kristen also shares with us what it has been like to get married and h...
2019-10-1442 min
A Battle Within033: "Getting Normal"Welcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 033, I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN, I got to spend some time chatting with Terry Niemann, my wife and the inspiration for A BATTLE WITHIN.We talk about the "new normal", getting there and all the stickiness around it.It is a very candid conversation about what it means and continues to mean to us, we talk about transitioning to acceptance and some strategies we...
2019-10-0731 min
A Battle Within032: Taking Flight with Marc MacialekWelcome to A BATTLE WITHIN, Episode 032, I'm Drew Niemann.Today on A BATTLE WITHIN I got to spend some time chatting with Marc Macialek. He is TBI survivor in California from an accident in 2012. He has since taken to starting his own webpage, offering coaching and courses to help to others having their own battle. Marc offers some unique perspectives about recovery and the New Normal that are worth considering. We touch on some of these topics du...
2019-09-3030 min
A Battle Within020: Lost Balance and Wonky VisionWe are here to telling stories about what Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS) has meant to us and our guests. The conversations are around the trails, the challenges, the outcomes, and the lessons learned.The conversations are real, raw and uncensored from both the survivor and caregiver perspectives.Through the podcast we aim to:Help to others going through Post Concussion Syndrome and develop community through our stories and those of our guests.Provide a greater sense of awareness with the "Invisible Injury". Living through this has...
2019-07-0826 min
A Battle Within007: An Adult Child's PerspectiveA podcast about our journey together with Post Concussion Syndrome and lessons learned. I'm Drew Niemann and I'm joined by Terry Niemann, my wife and the inspiration for the podcast. For the first time we have a guest! Brooke Niemann our daughter will be joining us for a conversation.Frankly- we are putting her in the hot seat!If it's your first time here and you aren't sure what exactly Post Concussion Syndrome is, I'd recommend checking out Episode #1. To learn a little about our backstory, Episodes 2 and 3 would be very helpful.
2019-04-0823 min