Business Episodes

I got to interview Jerry Abiog. Jerry is the Co-Founder of Standard Insights - an AI as a Service growth marketing platform that helps businesses execute data driven omni channel campaigns. We spoke about: 00:59 Start in marketing. 1:17 Co-Founding company out of a failure. 10:50 Not innovating breeds failure. 14:21 Working on balance. This episode is sponsored by Nova Zora Digital experts in digital marketing. Check out Real Talk Podcasting for all things podcasting. *Disclaimer: The vi...

I got to interview Barbara Turley. Barbara Turley is an investor, entrepreneur, and Founder & CEO of The Virtual Hub - a business she started by accident that exploded in the space of 12 months to become one of the leading companies that recruits, trains, and manages virtual assistants for businesses who need to free up time and energy so they can go to the next level. With a strong focus on customized training and ongoing career development, Barbara ensures that her team is trained in cutting-...

I got to interview Morgan Gist MacDonald. Morgan Gist MacDonald is the Founder and CEO of Paper Raven Books, an independent publishing company that helps people write, edit, and publish books that grow the author's platform and create massive impact in the world. We spoke about: 1:01 Getting into writing. 4:53 Advice for authors. 8:16 Connecting with you potential readers. 14:51 It's one thing to write a book and another to sell a book. And much more! This episode is sp...

I got to interview Zachariah Moreno & Rockwell Felder. Zachariah Moreno and Rockwell Felder are the co-founders of SquadCast.fm, an intuitive audio and video recording platform that is taking the podcast world by storm. We spoke about: 1:31 Origins starting at high school. 3:31 Need in the audio space 7:21 Starting from a place of mutual respect. 12:16 Pivoting back to original vision. 21:31 Self funded round. 28:21 Being part of the podcast community. This episode i...

I got to interview David C. Baker. David C. Baker is an author, speaker, and advisor to entrepreneurial creatives worldwide. He has written 5 books, advised 900+ firms, and keynoted conferences in 30+ countries. His work has been discussed in the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, USA Today, BusinessWeek, and Inc. Magazine. His work has also been featured in the NY Times, where he was referred to as the expert’s expert. He co-hosts the most listened to podcast in the creative services...

I got to interview Emily Wise. Emily is a mom, wife, and podcast manager. She's worked in many fields, including medical and sales, and found her love of all things podcast through working as a general VA. She supports her clients by helping them do all of the organizational aspects of podcasting and YouTube channels and launched not one, but two podcasts. We spoke about: 1:31 Journey to now. 4:44 Motivated by family. 7:17 Being diagnosed with Aspergers syndrome in her mid 30s. ...

I got to interview Shay Davis. Shay is a model and model coach. We spoke about: :30 Getting into modeling. 4:24 Things to be aware of when getting into modeling. 16:54 Go after what you love. And much more. This episode is sponsored by Nova Zora Digital experts in digital marketing.

I got to interview Alex Sanfilippo. Alex is the host of the top 20 entrepreneurship podcast, Creating a Brand, and the founder of the Creating a Brand Community, an online mastermind/tribe for entrepreneurs. Alex is passionate about helping others excel in life and business. We spoke about: 2:06 Finding focus. 9:18 Your purpose. 9:45 Getting control of your time. And much more. This episode is sponsored by Nova Zora Digital experts in digital marketing.

I got to interview John Meese. John Meese, the Dean of Platform University. John leads a team focused on simplifying online marketing for professionals and runs three successful businesses (including a coworking space that is walking distance from his house). John’s passion is teaching entrepreneurs and busy professionals how to systemize their business and build an engaged online audience. We spoke about: 2:01 Starting an online business. 4:18 Focus. 7:28 Motivated by family to ...

I got to speak to John Molyneux. John is the Sales Samurai, and has been studying martial arts and sales for many years. He has done around 6 years door to door and has fought different styles in the ring. He is the host of the Success Breeds Success Show. We spoke about: 1:31 Joining the military. 2:06 Jobs After military. 2:31 Passion for martial arts. 3:16 Start in sales. 11:31 Motivated by grit to persevere. 29:41 Don't let people make decisions for you. And much ...

I got to interview Butta B-Rocka. International Touring Artist, Songwriter, Amazon Best Selling Author of Fear of Failure, Fear of Not Trying, Editor n Chief of Defiant Ones Teen Magazine, Podcast Host, Published Model & Actress, Playwright, CEO/Founder of 501c3 non-profit "Artists Rock the MIC Foundation" - Oleathia “Butta B-Rocka” Robinson has been diligently putting in work across markets and borders. Butta has redefined the term “versatility” by showcasing her vocals and composed pieces f...

I got to interview Quin Amorim. He sold his first item online 20 years ago, and fell in love with the idea. After running out of things to sell, he started creating his own products that are now sold on Amazon. He’s the host of 2 podcasts and the CEO of Prolific Zone, an Amazon account management agency. We spoke about: 2:31 Start in online selling. 5:31 Perfecting your craft. 8:22 Online competition then and now. 10:53 What his agency handles. 18:51Motivated by family to s...

I got to interview Evan Knox. Evan is a 4th generation entrepreneur and Founder of Caffeine Marketing and Chief Marketing Officer of CaffeineLabs. He's passionate about helping business owners and entrepreneurs like his Dad and Grandfather succeed through marketing and business strategy. We spoke about: His journey to now. What motivates him. Weaknesses he turned into strengths. Advice for the audience. And much more. This episode is sponsored by Nova Zora Digital exper...

I got to interview Agnes Bilik. Agnes is the host of the Raw & Real Podcast, and next to it her company Raw & Real Media is creating podcasts for tech companies. We spoke about: 2:11 How she got into podcasting. 6:01 Connecting with your guests. 7:21 Motivated by sharing with others to pursue their dreams and face their fears. 15:31 The power of podcasting. 20:31 Turned belief in herself and her abilities into a strength. 26:11 Examining those around you. And much mor...

I got to interview Catherine Jirak. We spoke about: Her journey before QueBIT Founding QueBIT QueBIT's how and why growth happened. 3 defining events that got QueBIT from a 2 person to a 100 person company. The things the company had to overcome over the years. What motivates her to succeed. Weaknesses she turned into strenghts Advice she has for the audience. And much more. Catherine is the Chief Operating Officer for the regional consulting offices, responsible ...

I got to interview Kirk Mote. In one year alone, 475,000 Americans die from a cardiac arrest and over 70% happen at home. That’s someone you know and someone you love. After participating in a rescue as a bystander, Kirk Mote, founder and CEO of Rescue Site Services, has dedicated his life to teaching you how to save the life of your loved ones. Kirk’s mission is Target Zero – which is a vision of the world where no one dies from sudden cardiac arrest. Kirk is doing this by developing Defibri...

I got to interview Jill Valdez. Jill is the founder and COO of LINK Consulting. She is a skilled strategic planner of people management and team development for the small to mid-size company, a minister, and certified life coach. For 17 years she was an executive with non-profits, connecting people to be a part of something that made significant impact. Jill founded LINK consulting which helps organizations create and implement a vision that everyone understands and embraces, while inspiring ...

I got to speak to Vinnie Enriquez. Vinnie is the team lead of the Enriquez Group and the Host of the Road to Growth Podcast. We spoke about: How he got into real estate. His journey to now. Some of the things he's seen. His podcast. What motivates him. Weaknesses he turned into strengths. Advice he has for the audience. And much more. This episode has been sponsored by Nova Zora Digital experts in digital marketing.

I got to interview Lunide Louis. Born in Haiti—a third world country, Lunide migrated to New York City at the age of 10. She spent 12 years in Boston, Massachusetts where she received her bachelors and Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology. Today, Lunide lives in San Diego, California, a move she made back in 2011 to pursue her Doctorate degree in Organizational Psychology and Leadership. Lunide, is the host of the Best Morning Routine Ever! Podcast. The podcast is the first of its ...

I got to interview Luke Peters. Luke is the Host of the Page 1 Podcast . He is CEO of Retail Band Agency, which helps product brands sell online into the big box retailers like Home Depot, Lowes, Wayfair, Walmart and more. Luke is also the founder of Newair Appliances which is a brand of fun beer coolers, wine coolers, and more cool appliances. We spoke about: His journey to now. What motivates hime. Weaknesses he turned into strengths. Advice he has for the audience. And m...

I got to interview Kerry & Adam Anderson. Kerry Anderson is Chief Family Officer at Whole Life Entrepreneurship. Kerry left her career as a pediatric nurse to be a stay-at-home mom when her husband Adam (a serial entrepreneur) began spending more time traveling for work. This lifestyle quickly took its toll on their relationship. Under the stress of their crumbling marriage, Kerry and Adam sought counseling, meanwhile developing their own business-based methods for rebuilding their relationsh...

I got to interview Manuj Aggarwal. Manuj is an entrepreneur, investor, and CTO of TetraNoodle, a software consulting company that helps startup founders with tech projects. Manuj started his career at the age of 15, working in a factory for twelve hours a day, six days a week, earning a cool $2 per day. While Manuj had no contacts or resources, he was determined to improve his life and realized education and the right training was the only way for him to achieve his goals. Manuj managed to ac...

I got to interview Paul Schumann. Paul is the problem solver. For over 46 years Paul has settled and solved issues as a real estate broker and mortgage lender. Paul has saved hundreds of companies from closing as a top settlement negotiator. He loves helping people pay less and get back on track. He is knowledgeable in credit, debt, and has seen most issues. In his local area he is known as the Jewish Santa Claus. He loves inspiring kids to achieve more in life. He is also available to be a S...

I got to interview Carole Hodges. Carole Hodges is the author of the upcoming book, Menopause Millionaire. Her vision is to empower women to live confidently and well in the last half of life, making this a more creative and compassionate world for all. We spoke about: Her journey to now. What motivates her. What inspired her writing the book. Weaknesses she's turned into strengths. And much more. This podcast has been sponsored by Nova Zora Digital experts in digital m...