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Travel Weekly
6 days ago
- Business
- Travel Weekly
Revisiting the advisor class of 2024
At the one- to two-year mark in an advisor's career, they're often busy fielding inquiries. That is the fruit of their labors paying off, said Kindred. 'Occasionally, they get so busy that they don't have that opportunity to keep working on their business,' she said. It's important to focus on marketing, lead generation, balancing communication and staying in touch with their existing client list, she added. Working on time management can be key to keeping advisors afloat. 'I try to teach our advisors the concept of discipline, because that's really going to help you be successful and also stay focused,' Kindred said. That often means saying no to things that don't fit in with a business model, are unrealistic or that an advisor doesn't have time for. Kindred has seen some advisors have success with implementing budget parameters, like only working with clients whose budgets are $5,000, $10,000 or more. That can help protect the advisor's time. Charging a fee can also help with time management, as it often weeds out tire-kickers. 'If you haven't already done it, convert into a fee-based model,' Adriano said. 'A lot of people get into the industry doing things for free, selling to friends and family, and they just don't know how to showcase their value.' He said he believes charging fees is key to growing and scaling a business, especially one that's been operating for a few years. It helps agents showcase a higher level of advising while also providing another revenue stream. Also key, he said, is ensuring advisors understand their responsibilities as business owners, something that ASTA's educational offerings focus on. That encompasses accounting, financial stability and legal duties. 'Once you get to that two-, three-year [point] where you know that you've got some momentum going behind you, this is where advisors should start looking at ways to solidify their business and making sure that it's future-proof,' Adriano said. Petras agreed that understanding the financial model of owning an agency is important to success. Advisors should capitalize on the bookings they're making, whether it's by selling add-ons like pre- and post-cruise trips or insurance, or specializing. 'They need to focus on consistent revenue,' she said. 'Where do I have a greater opportunity?' Another part of that is repeat business. Advisors should do everything to keep their existing client base in place, Petras said. Focusing on client communication, being there for them and keeping them loyal will equate to a regularly recurring revenue stream.
Newsweek
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Dog Gets Treat From Restaurant Worker 5 Years Ago—He Still Remembers It Now
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. It's often said that dogs make friends for life, and that can certainly be said for Ritchie the Great Pyrenees, who never forgets people he meets—especially not those who give him treats. In February 2020, dog owner Laura Santos, 32, went for lunch at a restaurant in California, and she took Ritchie along with her too. She couldn't have imagined the lasting impact it would have on her pup, who instantly formed a bond with Adriano, a member of staff. At the time, Adriano asked if he could feed Ritchie a cheese bread, and how could Santos say no? Indeed, she told Newsweek that he "knows that word very well," so Ritchie's ears instantly perked up. The restaurant worker went on to feed Ritchie another cheese bread, and then another. Before they knew it, Ritchie had eaten five and was incredibly happy with the service. Ritchie the Great Pyrenees at the California restaurant with Adriano. Ritchie the Great Pyrenees at the California restaurant with Adriano. @ritchiethepyr / Instagram As it turns out, Ritchie hasn't forgotten that moment and still loves returning to his favorite restaurant. Santos said: "In July 2022, we went back, and as soon as we got out the car, Ritchie automatically walked in the direction of the entrance and to look for Adriano. He greeted Ritchie by calling him his big friend and gave him as many cheese breads he wanted. "The sweetest thing is that Ritchie stares at him the whole time. And Adriano keeps updating Ritchie on the status of his cheese bread by telling him it's coming, or that it's still cooling," she continued. Thankfully for Ritchie, that wasn't the only time he returned to the Brazilian restaurant in Torrance, California. In fact, Santos explained that the Great Pyrenees suffered a health scare in September 2024 when she "almost lost" him. A cyst burst in his leg, and he had a general infection, leading to a difficult recovery. But once Ritchie was finally well enough, there was only one place Santos wanted to take him. "That was the first place we took Ritchie after his recovery so Adriano could see his big friend. He cried and said he was suffering with Ritchie, that he knew he'd make it, and he needs his big friend," Santos continued. Of course, he wasn't going to let Ritchie leave empty pawed, so he offered the dog some cheese bread and even gave him a bag of them to take home. The adorable friendship between Ritchie and Adriano is a delight to behold. Although Santos believes it may have skewed her dog's understanding somewhat, because now he appears to think he "must come back" to anyone who gives him food. He has even started scouring for stores during his walks to see if there's any chance of more treats. Santos shared an adorable video of Ritchie visiting Adriano on his dedication Instagram account (@ritchiethepyr). The clip shows the dog making a bee line for his favorite worker and receiving plenty of fuss. The clip of the "forever friends" melted hearts with over 9.5 million views and 742,000 likes in July 2024. It has since been reposted and gone viral once again, as internet users can't cope with their undeniable bond. It isn't just at local restaurants where Ritchie is popular, as social media is obsessed with him too. Santos regularly shares videos of Ritchie's antics online, and she loves seeing the positive responses they generate. With over 2,000 comments on the Instagram video, many people hailed the lasting friendship Ritchie made. One comment reads: "They appreciate kindness every time, and remember forever!" Another Instagram user wrote: "That dog will love that owner forever." While another person joked: "This is his restaurant now." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Boxer dies at 25 after battling with doctors for months over diagnosis
British boxer Georgia O'Connor fought to the very end, ultimately losing her battle with a 'rare and aggressive' form of cancer that she said doctors ignored for months. She was 25 years old. O'Connor, a medal-winning boxer from Durham, England, shared her diagnosis earlier this year while tearing into the English medical system (NHS) and the doctors who overlooked her concerns. In an Instagram post, she shared that she had been diagnosed with cancer after weeks of debilitating pain, and claimed her concerns went ignored by doctors for four months. 'For 17 weeks since the start of October, I've been in constant pain, going back and forth between Durham and Newcastle RVI A&E knowing deep down something was seriously wrong,' O'Connor wrote on Jan. 31. 'I said from the start I felt it was cancer. I KNEW the risks. I have colitis and PSC, two diseases that dramatically increase the chances of getting it. I KNOW how high my risk is and they do too. They always did. 'But not one doctor f***ing listened to me. Not one doctor took me seriously. Not one doctor did the scans or blood tests I begged for whilst crying on the floor in agony. Instead, they dismissed me. They gaslit me, told me it was nothing, made me feel like I was overreacting. They refused to scan me. They refused to investigate. They REFUSED to listen. One even told me that it's 'all in my head.' And now? Now the cancer has spread.' 'And if that wasn't enough, throughout this whole time there's been BLOOD CLOTS all over my lungs. That ALONE could have killed me instantly. 'They could have done something before it got to this stage. But they didn't. Because this is the state of the NHS — a broken system that fails young people like me over and over again. A system that makes people suffer, that sends them home in agony, that lets cancer spread whilst the thick, stupid, mindless 'doctors' shrug their shoulders.' In the post, she vowed to win her battle with cancer before firing more shots at those who let her down. 'F*** the doctors who failed me,' she wrote. 'F*** the system that let this happen.' Manny Pacquiao returning to the ring after losing Philippines senatorial race Jake Paul engaged to Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam O'Connor's death comes less than two weeks after she had married her partner, Adriano. The fighter had shared a snap from their special day, showing off their wedding rings. ''09.05.2025. The day I married the love of my life,' O'Connor captioned the Instagram photo, which would be her final post on the social media platform. In past Instagram posts, she praised Adriano for his love and support throughout her battle with cancer. 'From the moment I was diagnosed with cancer, Adriano didn't hesitate. He quit his job without a second thought and made it his mission to fight this battle alongside me. Not just by my side, but leading the charge, doing everything in his power to save me,' she wrote on Feb. 3. 'Adriano, you are my superhero. My warrior, my protector, my soulmate. I have no words strong enough to explain what you mean to me; how much I love you, how much I thank you, how much I need you. You are my safe place. My home. I could search the world a thousand times over and never find another man like you. 'Everything we've been through, we go through together. Every fight, every battle, every victory. We take it all, hand in hand. And we will win. My real-life prince. My reason. My forever.' During her amateur in-ring career, O'Connor won a gold medal at the Commonwealth Youth Games in 2017 as well as a silver at the 2017 World Youth Championships and a bronze at the tournament in 2018. She turned pro in 2021 and went undefeated in three fights, with her final bout coming in October 2022. Check out our sports section for the latest news and analysis.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Boxer dies at 25 after battling with doctors for months over diagnosis
British boxer Georgia O'Connor fought to the very end, ultimately losing her battle with a 'rare and aggressive' form of cancer that she said doctors ignored for months. She was 25 years old. O'Connor, a medal-winning boxer from Durham, England, shared her diagnosis earlier this year while tearing into the English medical system (NHS) and the doctors who overlooked her concerns. In an Instagram post, she shared that she had been diagnosed with cancer after weeks of debilitating pain, and claimed her concerns went ignored by doctors for four months. 'For 17 weeks since the start of October, I've been in constant pain, going back and forth between Durham and Newcastle RVI A&E knowing deep down something was seriously wrong,' O'Connor wrote on Jan. 31. 'I said from the start I felt it was cancer. I KNEW the risks. I have colitis and PSC, two diseases that dramatically increase the chances of getting it. I KNOW how high my risk is and they do too. They always did. 'But not one doctor f***ing listened to me. Not one doctor took me seriously. Not one doctor did the scans or blood tests I begged for whilst crying on the floor in agony. Instead, they dismissed me. They gaslit me, told me it was nothing, made me feel like I was overreacting. They refused to scan me. They refused to investigate. They REFUSED to listen. One even told me that it's 'all in my head.' And now? Now the cancer has spread.' 'And if that wasn't enough, throughout this whole time there's been BLOOD CLOTS all over my lungs. That ALONE could have killed me instantly. 'They could have done something before it got to this stage. But they didn't. Because this is the state of the NHS — a broken system that fails young people like me over and over again. A system that makes people suffer, that sends them home in agony, that lets cancer spread whilst the thick, stupid, mindless 'doctors' shrug their shoulders.' In the post, she vowed to win her battle with cancer before firing more shots at those who let her down. 'F*** the doctors who failed me,' she wrote. 'F*** the system that let this happen.' Manny Pacquiao returning to the ring after losing Philippines senatorial race Jake Paul engaged to Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam O'Connor's death comes less than two weeks after she had married her partner, Adriano. The fighter had shared a snap from their special day, showing off their wedding rings. ''09.05.2025. The day I married the love of my life,' O'Connor captioned the Instagram photo, which would be her final post on the social media platform. In past Instagram posts, she praised Adriano for his love and support throughout her battle with cancer. 'From the moment I was diagnosed with cancer, Adriano didn't hesitate. He quit his job without a second thought and made it his mission to fight this battle alongside me. Not just by my side, but leading the charge, doing everything in his power to save me,' she wrote on Feb. 3. 'Adriano, you are my superhero. My warrior, my protector, my soulmate. I have no words strong enough to explain what you mean to me; how much I love you, how much I thank you, how much I need you. You are my safe place. My home. I could search the world a thousand times over and never find another man like you. 'Everything we've been through, we go through together. Every fight, every battle, every victory. We take it all, hand in hand. And we will win. My real-life prince. My reason. My forever.' During her amateur in-ring career, O'Connor won a gold medal at the Commonwealth Youth Games in 2017 as well as a silver at the 2017 World Youth Championships and a bronze at the tournament in 2018. She turned pro in 2021 and went undefeated in three fights, with her final bout coming in October 2022. Check out our sports section for the latest news and analysis.
The Independent
23-05-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Fighter Georgia O'Connor dies at just 25
British fighter Georgia O'Connor has unfortunately passed away at the age of just 25. O'Connor, 3-0 (0), was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer last year, according to her family. She had recently changed her name to Georgia Cardinali after marrying partner Adriano just two weeks ago. She had recently been hospitalised with sepsis, narrowly escaping death. On Instagram last February, O'Connor said that she had fought professionally three times while suffering from symptoms that were later diagnosed to be an incurable cancer. She wrote: 'Ulcerative colitis is an autoimmune disease, which means that the immune system is confused and can't tell the difference between your own cells and foreign cells, causing the body to mistakenly attack normal cells. I was upset to find out I have this disease as I've already been unlucky in the past with my health when I nearly lost my life from blood clots in my lungs.' She added: 'I recovered from that but sadly there is no cure for ulcerative colitis. However, since being diagnosed I've been on medication and feel the best I have in a long time during training, work and every other part of my life. My family and boyfriend have been absolutely amazing and I could never be able repay them for what they have done for me.' It is understood that O'Connor's ulcerative colitis developed into cancer. 'The last few months,' she wrote sadly towards the beginning of the year, 'have been a rollercoaster. I've been pregnant with a beautiful baby, suffered a miscarriage, then got diagnosed with 'incurable' cancer. But I still feel on top of the world!' O'Connor's boxing career was a short-but-successful one. She turned professional in 2021 with a points decision over Ester Konecna in Newcastle. She followed this with fights in 2022 against Erica Juana Gabriela Alvarez and Joyce Van Ee, winning both on points. The team at The Independent send our condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones. May her memory be a blessing to them.
