A Stern Talk

In the part 2 of 2 of this compelling episode of "A Stern Talk," hosts William Stern (@justwilliamstern) and Josh Massieh (@dontbuyrealestate) continue their conversation with Mike Georgopoulos (@mikeygsd), delving deeper into the intricacies of running a successful hospitality business. This episode focuses on the strategic operations behind RMD Group's success, including the divisi...

In this engaging episode (part 1 of 2) of "A Stern Talk," hosts William Stern (@justwilliamstern) and Josh Massieh (@dontbuyrealestate) chat with Mike Georgopoulos (@mikeygsd), the dynamic co-founder of RMD Group (Rustic Root, Huntress steakhouse, Lumi by Akira Back, and Johnny WAHOO Golf Bar), a key player in San Diego's hospitality scene. The conversation delves into Mike's ent...

In Episode 9 (Part 2 of 2) of 'A Stern Talk,' hosts William Stern and Josh Massieh continue their engaging dialogue with Albert Preciado, the entrepreneurial mind behind The Mortgage Guys, Ambiance Realty, and the DRIVEN event. This episode delves deeper into Albert's strategic approach to business, discussing the pivotal role of mentorships, the power of branding, and the impact of so...

In Episode 8 (Part 1 of 2) of 'A Stern Talk,' hosts William Stern (@justwilliamstern) and Josh Massieh (@dontbuyrealestate) sit down with Albert Preciado (@thealbertpreciado), the trailblazing entrepreneur behind The Mortgage Guys, Ambiance Realty, and the renowned DRIVEN event. This episode delves into Albert's past struggles with substance abuse and legal challenges, and how overcomi...

In Episode 7 (Part 2 of 2) of "A Stern Talk," hosts William Stern (@justwilliamstern) and Josh Massieh (@dontbuyrealestate) continue their insightful conversation with Riley Edwards, founder of ⁠wedocreepy.com⁠. This episode dives deeper into the entrepreneurial journey of Riley, exploring the nuanced challenges and opportunities he encountered while expanding his pest control business....

In Episode 6 (Part 1 of 2) of "A Stern Talk," hosts William Stern (@justwilliamstern) and Josh Massieh (@dontbuyrealestate) sit down with Riley Edwards, founder of wedocreepy.com , a pest control company. Riley recounts his transition from a fledgling neuroscience student to a pioneering pest control entrepreneur, blending insights from his religious upbringing including experiences like...

Dive into Episode 5 of 'A Stern Talk' where William Stern (@justwilliamstern) and Josh Massieh (@dontbuyrealestate) sit down for an enlightening discussion with Jeff Fenster, serial entrepreneur and innovative founder of Everbowl. This episode explores the journey of transforming from an unhappy employee to an entrepreneurial success. Jeff shares his remarkable story of resilience, detaili...

In Episode 4 of 'A Stern Talk,' William Stern (@justwilliamstern) and Josh Massieh (@dontbuyrealestate) dive deep into the power of social media for business growth. This episode focuses on the transformative role of platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn in creating impactful content and generating leads. They discuss the nuances of viral content, the art of engaging an audience,...

In the third episode of "A Stern Talk," hosts William Stern of Cardiff and Josh Massieh from @dontbuyrealestate discuss the intricacies of building effective lead funnels and the balance between paid and organic marketing strategies. The conversation touches on the challenges and opportunities of digital marketing, the importance of understanding and leveraging multiple digital platforms...

In the second episode of "A Stern Talk," hosts William Stern of Cardiff and Josh Massieh from @dontbuyrealestate dive deep into the world of lead generation and the power of social media in business. Listen in as they candidly share their experiences with the pitfalls and triumphs of online marketing, emphasizing the significance of authentic engagement over purchased leads. They'll...

In our inaugural episode, join us as we explore the remarkable business journeys of our hosts, William Stern, CEO of Cardiff, and Josh Massieh from @dontbuyrealestate. Discover how William navigated his way from humble beginnings during the 2001 market collapse to founding his own thriving company. Also, hear Josh delve into his entry into the real estate world, sharing insights on how his experie...