Relationships Rule

“I’m a strategic person” - that’s how Cindy Gersch describes herself, and you’ll likely agree after listening to this episode. Cindy is the founder of NEU Marketing Group, an award -winning marketing firm. She also founded the Facebook Group, Supporting Small and Local Businesses Everywhere , which has grown to more than 20,000 members. That in itself is a huge feat. In this episode we discuss: Ho...

The award-winning bestselling author - serial entrepreneur - media trainer - creator of the Spoken Author method - and founder of Same Page Publishing, Aurora Winter is back.  This time we dig into her best-selling book Marketing Fastrack, now in its 2nd edition.  She is filled with marketing gems to help you turn your words into wealth. In this episode you will learn: Why every expert,...

When Joanne & I exchanged stories on LinkedIn from our past we became instant friends.  Then when I started to learn more about her, I knew she had to be on my podcast. Joanne turned her career as a loyal EA for over 20 years, into a successful business, training executive assistants today, on how they can be the best at their profession. She tells a great story from her first book: ...

Kristine Vowles is the founder and creative designer of the award-winning company The Luxury Look design and home staging firm. In this episode, Kristine and I talk about her passion for real estate and design and of course, business. Before returning to her creative side with this venture, Kristine had truly made her mark and impacted the luxury real estate market on a global scale. I know you wi...

Every brand has a story, and every brand can utilize that story to attract the right people and build relationships. This week’s guest, Stephanie Nivinskus - CEO of SizzleForce Marketing, helps scaling companies build their story to be noticed and attract more clients on a daily basis. Since 1995, Stephanie has developed and executed brand-building campaigns for companies including Starbucks, The...

Today’s guest, Art Hoffman, is revolutionizing how companies, recruiters and salespeople, find, connect and engage with new potential recruits and clients here on LinkedIn using his trademarked Cold-Click® process. Art is the CEO and founder of IN-Link Advisors, a company that brings real results to businesses by helping them generate a steady stream of qualified leads.  I use his service, an...

“Just Keep On Keeping On” This motto has served my guest, Jeri Taylor-Swade, very well – as she navigated all the challenges of having a home-based business. She is an Elite Make-Up Artist and actually a Queen - the First Queen of SeneGence, and its only top-level distributor for 14 years. Jeri is a Direct Sales Expert, Motivational Speaker, and Best-selling Author. She is definitely an inspiratio...

Mia Moran supports high-achieving female entrepreneurs who are overwhelmed with their “life” and “wellness” pieces, find their version of balance. She is the host of the PlanSimple podcast, bestselling author of PlanSimple Meals, and creator of the FLOW System. In this episode you will learn: How Mia’s wellness adventure became a full-blown ride during a health crisis, which ultimately led to her...

This episode is a gift for anyone who cares about relationships.  My guests, John & Ana are the co-authors of The Go-Giver Marriage – A Little Story About the 5 Secrets to Lasting Love.  John is a co-author of more than 30 books, including the classic 2008 parable The Go-Giver (with Bob Burg).  Ana earned her degree in clinical psychology before going on to serve as an educator,...

Do you always feel like you're juggling a million things and never really accomplishing anything? If you're struggling to focus and achieve your goals, this episode with Linda-Ann Stewart will be very valuable.  As a vision empowerment strategist, hypnotherapist, speaker and writer, Linda-Ann works with women entrepreneurs and small business owners empowering them to focus, master their...

Kris Ward is a Team Building and Systems Strategist, and the founder of the Win the Hour, Win the Day philosophy. She's creating a movement where your business supports your life instead of consuming it. Kris shares with entrepreneurs and small business owners how to get out of the "rushing" mindset and build their business the right way by implementing her "Win the Hour, Win the Day" philosophy....

Dr. Lois Sonstegard is an author, speaker, researcher, innovator, and trusted advisor to leaders who are pushing past their boundaries to innovate and change lives. Specifically, she brings clarity to your vision and provides systems and processes that enable you to achieve your results. She has a strong commitment to growth and continuous improvement in her business, for her employees and for the...

With 20 years of experience as a business coach, Debra specializes in working with professionals in the Arts & Entertainment Industry, Professional Athletes and small business owners who are pursuing their passion as a business across multiple industries. Debra is THE business coach for the non-business-minded business owner. Beyond her business savvy, Debra helps businesses maximize the value...

“The single, most effective way to sell anything to anyone in 2022 is to be a problem finder and a problem solver, NOT a product pusher.” For Jeremy Miner, the embodiment of this philosophy has made him one the wealthiest sales professionals in the world.  From being a top 50 producer in the direct sales industry to earning multiple 7-figures as a commission-only salesperson …he knows how to...

Andy Buyting has a unique sales and marketing strategy that is extremely successful. He calls it “SMarketing”. Andy helps businesses all over North America using this integrated strategy. He is a two-time international bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and strategic advisor. He’s ready to help you fuel your revenue growth through easy and effective marketing that works. AND … he’s very ente...

Michael Goldberg has helped thousands of business owners including financial advisors, insurance agents, and field leaders over the past 20 plus years grow their business through “knockout” networking, referral, and recruiting strategies. His firm Knock Out Networking helps sales producers (like a boxer might do in the ring!) make more and better Knock Out connections. In this episode you will lea...

Sandy Rutherford is a world class Success Mindset Coach. She is also the Founder of RF Success Academy and The Unstoppable Success System. She was taught, mentored and worked with the legendary Bob Proctor. Sandy teaches you how to create an accelerated pathway to success through a proven, simple and powerfully effective roadmap. In this episode you will learn: What it means to CUT THE C.R.A.P. an...

Jen is a wife and momma of 2 girls with a background in hospitality.  She is passionate about empowering other shift working families with tools to let their light shine, with simple nutrition solutions and the ability to grow their own food. Jen and I talk about the power of having a home-based network marketing business - and She believes wholeheartedly that if you treat it like a business...

Chris Littlefield, founder of Beyond Thank You is all about bringing authenticity back to recognition. He talks about how those little things each day that we can do in our home, in our workplace and in our community can make the biggest difference. He is passionate about showing people that we care and making them feel appreciated. Chris is an International and TEDx Speaker, has trained thousands...

Known worldwide as the Vision Warrior - David Roberts has dedicated his life to changing the world one dream at a time by helping aspiring leaders discover, clarify and progress toward their dream vision. You’ll be amazed by his insights on building rapport and great relationships. He also shares the concept behind the metaphor - The Warrior versus Zombie. In this episode you will learn: The ‘righ...

Are you running your business or is it running you? Joe Perrone talks about how to reclaim our valuable time and be successful in business. His story is powerful and has many lessons. Joe is an entrepreneur who owns and operates two successful automotive repair shops and is a business strategist who helps business owners reclaim their time freedom. Joe has been helping his clients find full enjoym...

Former VP of Operations at LinkedIn then head of Mindfulness and Compassion - Scott Shute is my special guest this week. I read his book, The Full Body Yes and knew I had to learn more from him. Scott’s vision and mission are to Change Work from the Inside Out by Mainstreaming Mindfulness and Operationalizing Compassion. He is at the intersection of the workplace and ancient wisdom traditions and...

In this episode, there's so much to uncover and dive into with my guest David Newman. Not only are there many nuggets to help implement into your business … he is incredibly entertaining too! David serves as Chair of the NSA Million Dollar Speakers Group, and is the creator of the Do It! MBA Mentoring Program where he helps solo consultants market their smarts and make a bigger dent in the univers...

Rich Chang is the CEO and co-founder of NewFoundry - a product development and engineering firm based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He is an entrepreneur, consultant, public speaker and a community leader. Rich is not just developing software, he’s also into developing connections and relationships with people. He has been actively involved with different nonprofit organizations, and is passionate about...

My guest, Robert Plank, has a unique take on writing a book, setting up membership sites, and creating blogs or podcasts – in record time! He is an internet marketer who loves systems, the host of the "Marketer of the Day" Podcast and author of “WWHW, Why, What, How-To, What-If”. It is his mission in life to ensure your book, podcast, and online course are the best they can be and can be created w...