Don't Fear Grit

The formula for success is pretty simple.  Rob Taormina outlines ... Value yields trust yields transaction. Many business owners either complicate the process or don't respect the process.  However, when you stick to the formula you experience success over and over and over again. This is a 3-part Series where we first reveal the actual formula, in part 2 we sit down with a business owner who...

In Part 2 of STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS we sat down with Stephanie Lupo & Mike Vassallo.   They open up about their amazing strategic partnership and how it helped their businesses grow. Want to learn the secret to forming and managing a strategic partnership?  Check out this episode. -How and when did Stephanie Lupo & Mike Vassallo meet? -Can you benefit from a strategic partnership even thro...

In part three of this 3-part series Rob Taormina outlines the top 7 ways to create clear wins in a strategic partnership. ------------------- Join our Private Facebook Group to network with other entrepreneurs and get access to monthly free live trainings: https://bit.ly/38w3VNi Want to learn how to launch your own podcast? Download our free Podcast Gear Guide: http://www. LaunchMyPodcastShow.com...

In this 3-Part Series we will discuss the IMPORTANCE of Strategic Partnerships.  In part 2, we sat down with different businesses that strategically partnered with each other to scale their respective businesses.  In part 3, we then give you actionable tips on how to form a beneficial strategic partnership. ------------------- Join our Private Facebook Group to network with other entrepreneurs and...

Veronica Mannarino is a 17 year veteran at  Douglas Elliman in Smithtown, NY.  She answers some of the most popular questions homeowners are asking.   She also addresses important techniques all real estate agents need to learn in order to be successful. Do you want to learn how to become a successful real estate agent?    Do you want to learn the best areas to buy a home on Long Island?   Check o...

For part 2 of this series we sat down with FLIGHT TEAM Comic Book creator, Nick Garcia, to talk about the launch of his new company and comic book. It might seem impossible to launch a new business during periods of global economic hardships but history says otherwise.  In fact, it might be an even better time to launch. Why create a new comic book? What is the process for creating a comic book? ...

This is part 3 of LAUNCHING a business during a recession.   In the first two episodes we talked about the history (outlined the many businesses who launched during a recession) and an interview with a business owner who actually launched during a pandemic. In this episode we provide actionable steps for how you can launch during any recession or pandemic. ------------------- Join our Private Face...

What are some of the most successful businesses launched during recessions over the last 100 years? We also outline why launching a new project could actually be the best time to launch. This episode is part of a three part series where we first share why history shows us that you can launch a business during a recession, then in part 2 we will interview a person who actually launched a business d...

Have you noticed your engagement on Facebook is down? Facebook's algorithm, like all algorithms, are constantly changing.  Keeping up seems to be like a full time job. No need to panic or abandon ship.  You simply need to apply a few strategies to position your posts for higher engagement.  In this podcast episode I outline the top 10 ways to increase engagement on Facebook.    Keep in mind,...

This is part 1 of 3 of a new podcast series called "Entrepreneurs and Collectors".  Be sure to check out parts 2 and 3 to complete the series. Should entrepreneurs get their feet wet in the collectors market?  A RESOUNDING YES! We'll cover some of the huge lessons entrepreneurs can benefit from by getting involved with the collectors market. In the episode, we also dive DEEP into th...

Welcome to PART 2 of 3 of Entrepreneurs and Collectors. We're going to talk about everything collecting, how entrepreneurs fit in the collecting world, is the collecting world active and is it worth it for entrepreneurs to get involved in the collectors market? Talk About POGS. Introduce Guest:  Craig Shukri Talk about whats the hot item in the collectors market today. What determines value o...

This is part 3 or 3 of the Entrepreneur and Collectors series. In this episode Rob Taormina opens up a wax pack of football cards he has been saving for 32 years. We also sum up our interview with Craig Shukri where we talked about what is popular in the collectors market and how it can benefit entrepreneurs. There is value in getting involved and understand the collectors market.  There is the fi...

Cleveland Woods III and Dov Frier founded All-In-One-Athletics on Long Island, NY as the only camp to merge intense Basketball instruction and academics into an educationally athletic hybrid basketball camp. This Long Island, NY based program works with 60-120 kids every week helping transform their lives by valuing education and athletics. What can a student athlete expect with the All In One Ath...

L&A Babysitting, founded by Alyssa Marie Molina and Liz Toro, is a Long Island based babysitting company that has taken Nassau County by storm.  They quickly grew their empire to over 400 families. They credit their success to the simple, grass roots, basics of running a business...   Provide great service, do a great job and be accessible.   And they nail it! How has being a leader in your co...

Nailing Your Expectations owner, Shannon, reveals the latest home renovation trends of 2020, challenges of running a contracting business on Long Island and some great tips for business management. Follow Shannon's long island contractor business on facebook ------------------- Join our Private Facebook Group to network with other entrepreneurs and get access to monthly free live trainings: h...

Jennifer Muilenburg, owner of Just Enjoy Life Acupuncture and Wellness Center, shares her inspiration as a nurse that led to opening up her own business.  Her near death experience with a rare disease (only 3 people in the world have the disease) and struggle with treatments lead to trying acupuncture...and it worked...transforming her life. Does acupuncture hurt? Why did you open up a wellness ce...

Long Island Salon and Medical Spa - We sat down with the SanIa SuFian, owner of a LI salon and medical spa called Stylush Beauty Salon, to discuss everything from the mindset of launching a new med spa business to the importance of customer service.   Want to know the secret med spa services all celebrities use? 3:15 - Ultimately you have to pull the trigger. 5:33 - What were some of the challenge...

Noha Elfar, founder of Hand in Hand Occupational Therapy of LI, opens up about her experiences opening a business on Long Island.  She shares the gritty details of everything from picking a location to marketing to being passionate about helping her patients. What makes Hand In Hand Occupational Therapy of LI unique? What has been your biggest challenge opening up a new Occupational Therapy busine...

Helaine Oliner-Katz, CEO of Subsensuals.com, opens up about her entrepreneurial journey of launching a new business, getting patents on new products, bringing her product to market and becoming the leader in her space. This award winning female entrepreneur shares everything from her experience with designing a trade show booth to getting patents for her products. Did you ever want to quit? How mu...

Long Island Health & Fitness gym owner, Anthony Amen , opens up about his near death experience and what makes his gym ( Redefine Fitness ) different from every other fitness center.  Want to know what true grit looks like?  Take a listen to Anthony's story. You can checkout Anthony Amen's Podcast called HEALTH & FITNESS REDEFINED - https://anthonyamen.com/podcast Anthony Amen op...

Long Island Photographer shares her secrets to success, experience being the top long island boudoir photographer, importance of picking a niche, her experience with the local Smithtown Chamber of Commerce, her career shift from a veteran NYC Teacher to a professional photographer and her pursuit of a passion. Elise Margolin answers the following questions... What has been your biggest challenge g...

The best way to view magic is LIVE but it is a real treat to have world renowned magician, TJ Tana, in our Long Island podcast studio for a special sneak peak interview to reveal all of his secrets.  OK...maybe not all...but we are going to reveal the life of a magician. Learn who T.J. Tana is, what makes him the best magician and illusionist on Long Island and why everyone wants to hire him for t...

The GSM of a local Honda dealerships (North Shore Honda), Jason Godsmark , reveals his personal story of how a long island musician worked his butt off to become the GSM of a car dealership.  He stresses the importance of hard work, commitment to your team, integrity, taking pride in your work, respecting the process but not being content and caring about your customers. Jason Godsmark outlines so...

The Gold Coast of Long Island is one of the most famous, affluent communities in the entire world.  One of the leading realty companies handling real estate in this community is the Lupo Team at Keller Williams Realty Gold Coast.  In this interview with Stephanie Lupo-Musmacker we discuss... What are some of the most extravagant homes on Long Island? What type of people own homes on the North Shor...

In the previous episode with author Diane Curley, we mentioned the importance of action. (listen to previous episode here: https://apple.co/2Q7qxfL In this episode we dive deeper into the idea of ACTION by giving the history of the phrase "action speaks louder than words", discuss various reasons that support the importance of action, outline effective active plans for strategic planning...