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Discover the Benefits of Hiring Virtual Assistants for Business with Timmy Vanvonno 20four7va.com About the Guest(s): Timmy Vanvonno is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Vice President of Growth at 247VA, a renowned remote staffing services company based in Maryland. With a focus on fostering sustainable growth and establishing the firm as a reliable partner in global workforce solutions, Timmy Vanvonno is committed to redefining standards in remote support by blending high-quality human talent with practical technology. Outside of his role at 247VA, Timmy Vanvonno is a licensed class A contractor in Maryland and Virginia and brings extensive experience as a licensed real estate professional handling multi-million dollar projects and complex team management. Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss interviews Timmy Vanvonno, Vice President of Growth at 247VA. The conversation primarily revolves around the burgeoning world of virtual assistants and remote staffing solutions. Timmy Vanvonno shares his insights into how businesses, particularly in the United States, can benefit from employing virtual assistants for tasks they would traditionally hire local employees for, highlighting the significant cost savings and efficiency gains. He outlines 247VA’s unique business model, emphasizing their focus on combining skilled human talent with robust technological infrastructure and their exceptional recruitment, training, and support processes. The episode delves deep into the operational efficiency and cybersecurity measures 247VA has put into place to ensure client data remains secure, while offering unparalleled support and seamless integration of virtual assistants into any business. Timmy Vanvonno elucidates on the wide range of services virtual assistants can provide, from administrative duties to marketing and technical support, which offer businesses flexibility and significant savings on labor costs. This enlightening discussion offers valuable insights for business owners considering expanding their remote workforce, underscoring the strategic advantage of partnering with a vetted and reputable staffing agency. Key Takeaways: Cost-Effective Staffing: Engaging virtual assistants can reduce staffing costs by 70-85% compared to hiring in-house employees. Comprehensive Support: 247VA offers extensive recruitment, training, IT, and cybersecurity support to ensure seamless integration of virtual assistants. Scalable Solutions: Ideal for businesses at various growth stages, 247VA provides virtual assistants suitable for small startups to large enterprises. Enhanced Data Security: The firm prioritizes cybersecurity with sophisticated monitoring and IT solutions to safeguard client data. Versatility Across Niches: Virtual assistants from 247VA can support a wide spectrum of industries, providing services from administrative to technical tasks. Notable Quotes: “The biggest obvious benefit’s the cost savings. So the US dollar has a lot more value in some of the other regions around the world.” “Working with an agency like ours means you get an infrastructure behind the relationships.” “By the time they get to our clients, we don’t see these issues. But we do- have all the checks and balances in place to make sure that really nothing can happen.” “Our rates at our full-time admin tier VA start at $5 an hour.” “The best relationships with the virtual assistants are the ones where the business really brings them in as if they’re one of their own.”

Living Intentionally by Viterose Van Huis https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGWFSJMN From an early age, we are influenced by many different voices that constantly suggest how to be more beautiful, healthy, and wealthy, making it challenging for us to set clear intentions for ourselves. Living intentionally means living a life of knowing who we are. We don’t have a life; we are life. All we need to do is trust our intentions and the enabling force that powers our intentions. In an inspiring guide, Elaine Van Huis shares insight into a multitude of life experiences both in Barbados and the United States as she learned the value of setting intentions and maintaining a positive mindset to achieve her goals—even during challenging times. As she reveals how she transformed into a wife, mother, and more, Elaine leads others through her lessons learned on her evolutionary journey as she attempted to stay present, visualize the best possible outcome to every situation, intentionally grow old, and move away from misguided and negative intentions. Living Intentionally shares the personal experiences of a lifelong learner who has navigated the twists and turns of life with purpose, grace, and peace to help others do the same. “This easily digested read is so important since it makes clear how this power we have in our own minds answers our collective human failure to reduce conflict and achieve more harmony in our world today.” —Richard Harrison

A Different Approach and Other Stories by Alex Grant https://www.amazon.com/Different-Approach-Other-Stories-ebook/dp/B0FF3PZ1QT What happens when the ordinary turns disturbingly extraordinary? A Different Approach and Other Stories * is a darkly compelling collection of thought-provoking tales from author Alex Grant—stories that twist the familiar, challenge perception, and expose the fine line between normality and madness. Each story explores the unsettling undercurrents of human nature and modern society. From moral experiments gone wrong to eerie childhood memories and the consequences of casual cruelty, Grant’s writing balances sharp satire with haunting realism. These are not tales of monsters—but of people, choices, and systems pushed to their logical extremes. In this captivating collection, you’ll encounter: A chilling new form of justice where punishment truly “fits the crime.” A council worker who signs a seemingly routine contract with horrifying consequences. A man haunted by a childhood vision he cannot explain. Ordinary lives unravelling in unexpected, often darkly comic ways. Grant’s stories are unnervingly plausible—anchored in everyday details yet spiraling into moral and psychological unease. Witty, unsettling, and profoundly human, A Different Approach and Other Stories invites readers to question not just what happens—but why. If you enjoy the moral unease of Black Mirror, the dark irony of Roald Dahl’s Tales of the Unexpected, or the quiet dread of Ian McEwan’s early works, you’ll be riveted by Alex Grant’s unforgettable short fiction. About the author Alex loves reading novels, but having grown up in the punk era, he also values writing that is sharp, direct, and entertaining. However, his stories are far from the literary equivalent of a simple three-chord thrash. Instead, they are layered and thought-provoking, inviting multiple readings to fully appreciate their depth and complexity. An economist by profession, his interests span the criminal justice system, the spiritual dimension of life, and playing bass guitar. He also enjoys the croquet game as quintessentially English as it is vicious.

Unlocking Peak Performance by Ditching Alcohol with Fred Auzenne of Clear Edge 90 Clearedge90.com About the Guest(s): Fred Auzenne is a transformative leader in the realm of alcohol management, focusing on high-achievers looking to enhance their performance by addressing alcohol consumption. His unique path includes overcoming personal adversity, having served in the U.S. Army and working in counterintelligence, ultimately leading to 25 years in executive development. Fred founded Clear Edge 90, a program tailored to assist individuals by treating alcohol as a performance variable rather than a recovery issue. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, he provides an innovative approach to achieving peak productivity and personal growth. Episode Summary: Dive into a riveting discussion with Fred Ozen on The Chris Voss Show, where we explore the intricate connections between alcohol consumption and performance. As one of the few remaining long-standing podcasts, The Chris Voss Show remains dedicated to bringing listeners thought-provoking content with guests who challenge everyday paradigms. Fred Auzenne, the founder of Clear Edge 90, reveals an often-overlooked variable in personal and professional success: alcohol. Learn why performance isn’t just about numbers but is also profoundly influenced by lifestyle choices. Fred delves into the nuances of alcohol as an unseen barrier to achieving maximum output, particularly among high-functioning professionals like CEOs, entrepreneurs, and doctors. By breaking down the detrimental impact of “harmless” drinking habits, he illuminates the sharp contrast in productivity and well-being achieved by removing alcohol altogether. As alcohol remains a social norm, Fred provides listeners with practical strategies to reframe their approach, offering a 90-day program that substitutes old habits with performance-oriented routines. Engage with this insightful session to understand how alcohol-free living might just be the advantage you’ve been missing. Key Takeaways: Alcohol’s Impact on Performance: Fred Auzenne discusses how removing alcohol as a variable can significantly boost personal and professional productivity. Mindful Drinking: The episode highlights innovative approaches to assessing and altering one’s relationship with alcohol for improved quality of life. Clear Edge 90: Fred’s program offers a structured 90-day path to reassessing alcohol’s role in your life, emphasizing performance over recovery. Social Norms vs. Personal Growth: Challenges social perceptions of alcohol use, offering strategies to thrive socially and professionally without it. Empirical Evidence: Debunks the myth of moderation apps with no empirical evidence, showing Clear Edge 90 as an alternative backed by scientific studies. Notable Quotes: “There’s an enormous group of high-functioning people who’d never walk into a recovery room but produce dramatic results when they remove alcohol as a variable.” “It’s costing them something. So I call it the alcohol-free advantage.” “No one ever said, ‘I wish I could’ve had one more drink.’ Everyone thinks, ‘I wish I could’ve done this 10 years ago.'” “You’re the same person at 9:00 AM that you are at 9:00 PM, which is a performance advantage.” “By not consuming alcohol, you’re improving your performance both at your business, at your home, physically, mentally, emotionally.”

Dialogues with Lucifer by Chet Roberts https://www.amazon.com/Dialogues-Lucifer-Chet-Roberts/dp/B0F1H9MY9T Few would disagree with the observation that we are living in very challenging times. While individual “rights” are touted as the highest goal, our culture continues to descend into violence, crime, and personal depression. No one would dare utter the words “Shame on you!” that was so common just fifty years ago. “Shame on you!” was a handy phrase by which society would challenge inappropriate behavior. The recognition of a higher power was legislated away for fear of offending someone, and time would reveal an increasing acceptance of weakness and indulgence as our true “rights.” Honor, honesty, and integrity were abandoned by a culture who only recognized “feelings” as the true barometer of human experience. A good idea? The fruit of these choices has resulted in paranoia, degradation, unchallenged crime, and despair. Why? Because we have cheerfully believed the lies of an evil force that desires the crushing of our very souls–a force that will give us what we want now but for a terrible price later. Worse, when we cooperate with this force, we soon find that something is still missing. There are only distractions to fill a void that only a reconciliation with God will heal. Dialogues with Lucifer may bring you closer to that which you really seek.

Tom Clancy Pressure Depth by Jack Stewart https://www.amazon.com/Clancy-Pressure-Depth-Jack-Novel/dp/B0GQF8ZW6Z Some secrets are best left at the bottom of the ocean. But since that’s not in Jack Ryan, Jr.’s nature, he’ll battle all of China to stop them from finding a weapon of immense destructive power in the latest entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series. Jack Ryan Jr. is on Guam to work on a project for Hendley Associates. It's a perfectly ordinary insurance matter, but trouble finds the Ryans wherever they go. So, it's no surprise when Jack's involvement with a US Navy dive team working off the coast uncovers a threat to international security. For years, rumors persisted that the Soviets had placed a device for tracking American submarines on the sea floor. By now, the technology should be outdated. But the Americans are still interested in recovering it. It's a seemingly routine mission until they make a shocking discovery: the defensive network they thought they were looking for is actually a weapon unlike anything they’ve ever seen. That explains the arrival of a Chinese special operations team who seem determined to get their hands on the aging tech, even if they have to kill to do it. They're sure they can handle the Americans. But they don't know Jack.

Alchemist Z: The Evolution Continues by Jack Groverland Jr. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H864BZQF ALCHEMIST Z is a novel featuring a modern day alchemist who has extraordinary magical powers but hasn't got even a hint of scruples. Thus, it is a story of intrigue, suspense and paranormal mystery. It involves a priest, having lost his faith and is on the verge of suicide, a Hollywood actor on the verge of stardom, a millennial girl in search of life's meaning, and an old detective who knows when someone is lying without the need of a polygraph. And then there is ALCHEMIST Z who has been alive since the ninth century, living in stolen bodies down through the ages. The chance meeting of these characters and their interactions results in mayhem, lust, murder, love and transcendental magic. You will be shocked over and over again as you try to anticipate what will happen next in this masterfully twisted thriller about people trying to hold on to their views of reality. Your own views of reality will be seriously challenged by Z. DON'T MISS THIS ORIGINAL MIND CHALLENGING NOVEL.

UFO February: Sci-Fi, Space Aliens, and Unidentified Flying Objects By C.A. Hartnell Cahartnell.com Step into 1956 with Pete and Carol Ann for a thrilling mystery filled with UFO secrets, strange happenings, friendship, humor, and childhood wonder! When an eccentric neighbor arrives with stories of Roswell and secret government projects, an ordinary California neighborhood becomes the center of an unforgettable adventure. Perfect for readers ages 8–12, this wholesome chapter book blends 1950s nostalgia, gentle mystery, faith, and courage—with fun bonus features for young readers. Description What if the eccentric new neighbor next door has actually visited a real UFO crash site? It’s February 1956 in El Monte, California, and eleven-year-old Carol Ann’s quiet world changes when Pete’s colorful Uncle Sci parks his shiny Airstream trailer next door. His stories about Roswell, mysterious lights, and secret government projects spark an unforgettable adventure. But when Carol Ann’s older sister seems to be watched by something strange, the mystery becomes all too real. With Buddy the beagle leading the way, Pete and Carol Ann follow clues, explore eerie happenings, and discover that some mysteries are bigger than they ever imagined. Can they uncover the truth before Leap Year arrives? Perfect for readers ages 8–12, this wholesome chapter book blends gentle mystery, 1950s nostalgia, friendship, humor, and faith into an exciting adventure. Bonus features include a glossary of 1950s slang, a sci-fi vocabulary guide, a list of classic science fiction films, Carol Ann’s Crescent Moon Cookies recipe, and encouraging Bible verses about the Armor of God. Join Pete and Carol Ann for a heartwarming mystery full of childhood wonder, courage, and unforgettable adventure—then continue the fun in the next book of the 1956 mystery series!

My Path to Global International Relations: A semi-autobiographical textbook by Dr Vendulka Kubalkova https://www.amazon.com/Path-Global-International-Relations-semi-autobiographical/dp/B0GJSFG95W Drvkubalkova.com My Path to Global International Relations is a semi-autobiographical textbook. Textbooks are comprehensive compilations of content in a branch of study students learn. Textbooks are produced to meet primarily the needs of educators. They come with ready-made PowerPoints, quizzes, videos, lesson-by-lesson schedules, etc., to facilitate the teacher's job. Unlike textbooks but like fiction generally, the autobiographical format of this work is designed primarily with a reader in mind: to be learned in an enjoyable way since it tells a real-life story. It is a story of "study abroad" gone awry at the height of the Cold War. The permission to study abroad in the Communist country came with strings attached: a KGB espionage assignment. The author's home Prague, and she was only 24 at the time, was occupied by tanks. It became a moral issue for her, and having been blackmailed into accepting the espionage assignment, she blew her cover in England, where she was to study on a British scholarship. It started a lonely path of exile through international relations, statelessness, undocumented, and, for decades, unable to go home. It led to a challenging but successful career as a Professor of International Relations in several countries. Standard textbooks quickly become out of date, the Preface stresses, the "Globe is in everybody's living room." Many stories and animated learning videos are referenced throughout this book and available separately. The chapter's topics are interdisciplinary with history excursions, the philosophy of knowledge, social sciences, postcolonial studies, and sociology of knowledge (challenges universities face), and it introduces some of her friends and colleagues, the prominent scholars of the field of International Relations.

Artificial Intelligence Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Ensuring Trust, Security, and Ethics in AI-Based System by Dr. Kellep A. Charles AIGP CISSP https://www.amazon.com/Artificial-Intelligence-Governance-Risk-Compliance/dp/B0GYJD5D6X Kellepcharles.com Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing many industries, but with its power comes responsibility. "AI Governance: Ensuring Trust, Security, and Ethics in AI-Based Systems" is your guide to navigating the challenges of responsible AI development and deployment. Written by cybersecurity expert Dr. Kellep A. Charles, this essential resource connects AI innovation with ethical practices. Whether you are a cybersecurity professional, data scientist, business leader, policymaker, or student, this book offers practical frameworks for managing AI risks, ensuring compliance, and creating trustworthy systems. Inside, you'll find: Foundational AI concepts and the development of machine learning technologies Insights into agentic AI systems, including their benefits, risks, and governance needs Real-world applications of the NIST AI Risk Management Framework Strategies for managing the entire AI development lifecycle Practical threat modeling and security testing methods for AI systems Techniques for data governance, privacy protection, and reducing bias Current laws, standards, and regulations such as GDPR and the EU AI Act Step-by-step guidance for creating AI cybersecurity frameworks Protocols for incident response, monitoring, and maintaining deployed AI systems Tools, certifications, and organizational resources for AI security testing What makes this book unique? It includes real-world case studies, detailed checklists, sample governance policies, and templates for assessing AI impact. This book turns abstract AI ethics into concrete action plans. It addresses critical risks like model poisoning, adversarial attacks, data protection, and algorithmic fairness, providing practical strategies for mitigation. It is ideal for professionals seeking AIGP certification, organizations establishing AI governance programs, or anyone dedicated to responsible AI innovation. The book offers easy-to-understand explanations for non-technical readers while delivering the depth that practitioners need. Create AI systems that are powerful yet transparent, accountable, and aligned with human values. In a time when AI failures can have serious consequences, this book shows you how to ensure AI serves everyone safely and ethically. Learn to manage AI before it manages you.

The Raid: More Than A Body Ought To Bear by Robert J Rosenbaum https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684866227 Robertjrosenbaum.com When the DEA raids Jake Grummond's dairy in the wee hours of an August morning they find no drugs but they devastate the dairy and turn Jake's wife into a basket case. With little help from the legal system, Jake takes the hunt for who falsely fingered him, into his own hands. County Sheriff C.W. Blakenship also tries to unravel the reason for the ill-fated raid. They keep meeting, locked in a dance neither acknowledges, as their hunts reach an explosive climax neither foresaw.

Wrong Side Out: Madness Misdiagnosed by Benton Savage https://www.amazon.com/Wrong-Side-Out-Madness-Misdiagnosed-ebook/dp/B0GRPVD4NX In Wrong Side Out, Benton Savage tells a starkly honest story of living through prolonged confusion, loss of control, and the slow work of reclaiming himself. Told from the inside, the memoir captures what it feels like when judgment falters, reality bends, and everyday decisions carry unexpected consequences, often with lasting personal cost. Savage writes openly about isolation, damaged relationships, and moments when his own instincts could not be trusted, yet the book resists easy explanations or tidy redemption. Instead, it follows a long, uneven path marked by resistance, collapse, persistence, and gradual clarity. The struggle is not abstract or symbolic; it unfolds through real events, real mistakes, and the determination to keep going when forward motion feels impossible. At its core, Wrong Side Out is a story of endurance and self-reclamation, of learning to live with limits without erasing identity, and of finding steadiness after years of imbalance. It is not about labels or diagnoses, but about what it takes to regain footing, rebuild trust in oneself, and fully reengage with life on one's own terms.About the author Benton Savage’s life story is as rich and varied as his lines of writing. His time spent navigating personal changes and traversing the diverse landscapes has indelibly shaped his perspective and literary voice. Today, Benton resides in Fort Walton Beach, Florida where he balances his property management business with his true passion, writing. His daily dedication to capturing his thoughts and experiences on paper is a testament to his unwavering commitment to exploring the complexities of the human condition. His recently released poetry book, Fortune Cookies:100 Sayings to Help you Navigate Life’s Challenges, a unique collection of poetic musings that mirrors the paper fortunes found in the heart of a cookie, reached number one on Amazon for new poetry in August 2024. Savage’s coming-of-age novel, Free and Satisfied, explores issues with impulsivity, alcohol, and nuances of an interracial relationship, was published in April 2025.

The Stoic Alcoholic: It’s Not Only About Counting Days by Benton Savage https://www.amazon.com/Stoic-Alcoholic-Only-About-Counting/dp/B0H1RRSBXV After thirty years of addiction, broken relationships, and self-sabotage, Benton Savage reaches a turning point. The Stoic Alcoholic is an honest and deeply reflective journey through sobriety, discipline, and personal responsibility. Through daily entries, Savage confronts the habits that nearly destroyed his life while applying timeless Stoic principles to rebuild it one day at a time. Raw, real, and unfiltered, this book is not just about quitting alcohol. It’s about taking control, finding purpose, and choosing a better path forward.