Let's Talk Business

In this episode of "Let's Talk Business," Meny Hoffman sits down with Jay Owen, a dynamic entrepreneur who founded his own marketing agency as a teenager. Together, they navigate Jay's entrepreneurial journey and share pivotal business insights. This episode is brought to you by Ptex Group’s One-Off Clarity Sessions—a game-changer for business owners looking to get unstuck and move forward with co...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we are revisiting an insightful conversation with Jeff Akerman, the founder of Rise Architecture. Hosted by Meny Hoffman, this episode takes us through Jeff's journey from starting his architectural firm in his basement to establishing a successful business that has expanded across 11 states. Jeff shares his story, beginning with his mother's encour...

In this rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we revisit a captivating conversation that dives deep into the essence of strategy in scaling a business successfully. Join your host, Meny Hoffman, as he sits down with Simon Severino, the author, CEO of Strategy Sprints, and host of the Strategy Sprints podcast. Simon shares his journey from a strategy advisor to revolutionizing the business world wi...

In today's episode of Let's Talk Business, host Meny Hoffman sits down with Yoel Judowitz to explore the fascinating journey from illustration to digital marketing success. Starting his career as a children's book illustrator, Yoel's story is one of adaptation and growth, showcasing how creative skills can evolve to meet changing market demands. What makes this conversation particularly compelling...

In today's episode of Let's Talk Business, we are thrilled to chatting with Doug Stephens, a visionary in the retail industry and founder of Retail Prophet. Hosted by Meny Hoffman, this episode delves into Doug's extensive experience and his expert perspective on the evolution of branding, retail trends, and the essential elements of customer experience. Doug shares his journey of observing and sh...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we're diving back into a compelling discussion on the power of authenticity and purpose in driving business success. Join your host, Meny Hoffman, as he reconnects with Berel Solomon, a dynamic entrepreneur and the founder of Wealthy Commercials and Wealthy Executive Coaching. Berel's journey from running a family business to starting his own ventur...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we're thrilled to revisit a highly engaging conversation on the critical role of company culture, leadership, and conflict resolution in scaling a business. Join your host, Meny Hoffman, as he speaks with Dr. David Kaplowitz, a former top chiropractor who transitioned into a respected business coach specializing in leadership development and organiz...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we're excited to revisit a foundational conversation with Adam Lean, a seasoned accountant, business owner, and founder of the CFO Project. Hosted by Meny Hoffman, this episode focuses on the crucial importance of understanding and managing business finances, especially for entrepreneurs driven by passion rather than numbers.   Adam Lean delves into...

Today, we're thrilled to have Laibel Schwartz—a dynamic and multifaceted entrepreneur—joining us. Laibel's journey is nothing short of inspirational. From starting as a wedding photographer to evolving into a pioneer in video content creation, Laibel has navigated the ever-changing landscape of business with unyielding authenticity and creativity. In this episode, we're delving into Laibel's exten...

In today's episode of Let's Talk Business, we are excited to present a compelling conversation with Shulem Berkowitz, an esteemed leadership coach and business strategist. Hosted by Meny Hoffman, this episode dives deep into the intricate journey of transforming from a skilled craftsman to an effective leader. Shulem recounts his own transition from excelling in writing, graphic design, and printi...

In today's episode of Let's Talk Business, we're thrilled to revisit an enlightening discussion on the intricate balance between personal charisma and business branding. Join your host, Meny Hoffman, as he dives deep with Bentzi Elkouby, an accomplished entrepreneur who transformed a friend's coaching business into a flourishing enterprise without any prior business experience.   Bentzi shares his...

In today's episode of Let's Talk Business, we are thrilled to share this conversation with Morri Chowaiki, a successful entrepreneur, Shark Tank alum, and head of sales and special partnerships for Daymond John's Shark Group. Hosted by Meny Hoffman, this episode dives deep into Morri's extensive experience in business, offering listeners invaluable advice on pitching, partnerships, and entrepreneu...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we are thrilled to revisit an inspiring discussion with Isaac Bardos, a renowned business coach, public speaker, and former college athlete. Hosted by Meny Hoffman, this episode delves into Isaac's remarkable journey from being underestimated to achieving success in various fields. Isaac shares his transformative experience of discovering his public...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we are thrilled to revisit an enlightening discussion on the interconnected world of real estate financing with the knowledgeable Yankie Markowitz, CEO of SBA Loan Group. Hosted by Meny Hoffman, this episode revisits Yankie's remarkable journey from encountering challenges in obtaining SBA loans to successfully facilitating over $600 million in real...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we are thrilled to revisit an enlightening discussion on the interconnected realms of SEO, spirituality, and personal development. Join your host, Meny Hoffman, as he sits down with Stephan Spencer, a renowned SEO expert, author, and podcaster who integrates his profound spiritual beliefs into his professional life. Stephan Spencer’s journey transce...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we're excited to bring back an insightful conversation focusing on the significance of systems and processes in scaling a business. Join your host, Meny Hoffman, as he sits down with Chris Ronzio, the founder and CEO of Trainual, a SaaS platform dedicated to small business onboarding, training, and scaling. Chris started his entrepreneurial journey...

In today's rerun episode of Let's Talk Business, we're excited to bring back an insightful conversation with a marketing legend who has helped generate billions in revenue for major brands. Join our host, Meny Hoffman, as he sits down with Gerry O’Brion—author, speaker, and advisor—to delve into the powerful strategies and insights that have shaped Gerry's remarkable career. Gerry has worked with...

In today's episode of Let's Talk Business, we are thrilled to welcome Mitch Axelrod, an entrepreneurial powerhouse, speaker, trainer, advisor, best-selling author, and a man who has significantly contributed to generating over $3 billion in revenue. Join our host, Meny Hoffman, as he sits down with Mitch to unravel the profound insights and strategies that have defined Mitch's illustrious career....

Chaim shares invaluable insights on setting clear financial goals, long-term planning, and budgeting, especially in the face of today's high inflation and living costs. We explore the psychology of credit card and debit card spending, particularly within large families and among frequent traveler Tune in to hear real-life success stories and rapid-fire advice on impactful books and personal aspira...

Guy Kawasaki shares his inspiring trajectory, beginning with his early days in the jewelry business, where he honed essential selling skills that set the foundation for his future endeavors. Recruited by his college classmate, Guy made a pivotal transition to the Apple Macintosh Division, marking the start of his significant contributions to the tech world. This episode sheds light on Guy’s philos...

In today's episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of business automation and effective leadership with our esteemed guest, Clate Mask, co-founder of Keep (formerly Infusionsoft). Join us as we uncover valuable insights from Clate's journey in revolutionizing small business operations through automation and his latest book, "Conquer the Chaos 2.0." Clate Mask shares his inspiring journ...

In today's episode, we dive deep into the world of Jewish marketing with our esteemed guest, Menachem Lubinsky , a trailblazer and founder of the leading marketing firm, LUBICOM. Join us as we explore various facets of marketing, branding, and the burgeoning kosher food industry through insightful conversations and expert analysis. Menachem Lubinsky shares his inspiring journey from writing newsle...

In this episode, we sit down with Dobbin Buck, the visionary founder of Get You Wired, as he shares his extraordinary journey from military service to marketing mastery.  Buck reveals how his diverse background, including his time in the US Army and building museum exhibits, shaped his leadership approach and business acumen. He emphasizes the necessity of a clear agenda and a competent team, and...

  In this episode, we sit down with a three-time Governor of New York, who narrates his extraordinary journey from being the Mayor of Peekskill to leading New York State through its most testing times. He reveals how his formative years in a small town shaped his leadership approach, emphasizing the necessity of a clear agenda and a competent team. The Governor also provides a gripping account of...

This is episode rerun with Rabbi Steven Burg from Episode 159 When Rabbi Steven Burg took over the Aish HaTorah institutions, the organization had accumulated serious debt and was three months behind in payroll. Now, eight years later, Aish has become a massive success story, with new ventures, increasing numbers of students, a bigger budget, and positive cash flow. How did he do it - and what les...