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In life, we all go through tough times. But it's how we react to those tough times that determines our success. So if you are looking for some inspiration, this interview is for you. Let's talk about how you can turn a crisis into an opportunity and why having a positive mentor in your life is crucial. A real estate and CRE technology investor, Jon Schultz has combined his passions for both real e...

How do you take an idea and turn it into a business? In this interview, Georgie Dorfman, founder of the All My Love brand, talked about her steps to get her business off the ground. These tips will help you validate your idea, create a plan, and find the right people to help make your dream a reality. Georgie is from Los Angeles but graduated in 2020 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison during...

In the world of cryptocurrency, there's a new kind of token taking the scene by storm and is becoming some of the most sought-after in the world— Nonfungible Token (NFT). Why? Because they represent ownership of something special – digital assets that can represent real-world items. If you want to learn more about this exciting new trend, or if you're thinking about investing in NFTs, then this in...

What are the ethics of business? What is an ethical line? As our world becomes more and more technological, the line between ethical and unethical in business practices becomes blurrier. In this interview, we explore social media and technology ethics and ask whether it is ever okay to cross the line? Dr. Susan Liautaud is a leading international expert in ethics. She is the author of The Power of...

How do you build a brand that people trust? Henry Kaminski Jr. discusses the importance of asking better questions— not just about design but also about what you want your customers to feel when they interact with your product or service. This interview is for anyone developing a brand to stand out in the marketplace.   Henry Kaminski Jr. is the founder of Unique Designz, a full-service design, br...

What is your vision for the future? Do you know where to begin? What if I told you it's not about where you are right now, but about where you want to be? Listen to this interview with Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco, performance coach, author, dynamic public speaker, visionary and thought leader, who believes that with enough encouragement from those around, you can achieve anything! Mike has been feature...

You might have experienced failures in the past, or maybe you've been told several times that "you can't." The truth is, all entrepreneurs face challenges when starting their businesses. In this interview, Jay Samit shares how to keep going despite setbacks and some of the most significant business ideas that have grown from adversity. Jay Samit is the former Independent Vice Chairman of Deloitte,...

So you want to get into Real Estate Investing but don't know where to start? Well, this episode is for you! Learn the secrets from Mark Podolsky (AKA The Land Geek), the country's most trusted and foremost authority on buying and selling raw, undeveloped land. Understand how land is being treated as a commodity and what it means for you, find out where opportunities exist, and more. For almost two...

Sleep is essential, but how do you know if you're getting enough? Does it seem like your energy levels are just too low no matter how much sleep you get or what you do during the day? If so, then this video is for you! Dr. Michael Breus, a global expert on sleep and productivity, talked about how knowing your chronotype can enhance the quality of life for entrepreneurs. Michael J. Breus, Ph. D., i...

What does it take to survive a crisis? Life is full of ups and downs, but how do you react when the bottom falls out? I’m talking about a diagnosis. I’m talking about injury. I’m talking about loss. In this interview, Josh Komen, a former athlete and a cancer survivor, shares his personal story of overcoming the odds to become an inspiration for everyone who has ever felt hopeless or lost in their...

Do you feel you're doing everything correctly, but the money isn't coming in? There are several possible explanations for this. In this interview, Julie Foucht, a certified coach, business expert, and entrepreneur, discussed the factors that can keep us stuck in a cycle of lack and offered advice on breaking free! Julie teaches female coaches, teachers and healers who are frustrated with tradition...

What is franchising? How do I choose a franchise? What are the trends in franchising right now? If you are thinking about franchising as a business model or looking to buy a franchise, then this is the show for you! In this episode, Kim Daly, one of America's Top Franchise Consultant, shares her experience with franchises and provides some great advice for those interested in exploring the opportu...

What if we could change lives? What if we could be the difference? In this interview, Mike shares his story in guiding and mentoring his class on their journey to becoming successful business owners. Watch this video for some inspiration that will help you find your why and be the difference in someone else's life. Mike Walker has been an educator at New Way Academy in Phoenix, AZ for the past 17...

Celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Bill Dorfman has practiced for over 30 years in the Beverly Hills area and is known as the 'America's Dentist.'  He has transformed the smiles of celebrities such as Katy Perry, Usher, Anthony Hopkins, Hugh Jackman, Jessica Simpson, Mark Wahlberg and Eva Longoria, among many others. In this interview, Dr. Dorfman shares life lessons that have guided him to pursue suc...

Have you ever wondered how some people can withstand intense pressure and still maintain their composure? Captain Plumb survived nearly six years of torture as a POW after being shot down over Hanoi five days before his deployment was to end. In this interview, he shares how self-discipline, self-control, and the ability to forgive were integral parts of his survival and future success. Plumb beli...

People do business with people they know and like. To gain prospects' and clients' trust, we must first understand how our actions affect their perceptions of us as individuals and service providers (problem solvers). Ari Galper discusses his sales strategy, encouraging business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals to be honest when selling and the importance of building strong client re...

Mark Divine, a Navy Seal Commander, explains how he overcame a plane crash and trauma from his military service to build a successful business. In addition, he shares lessons on post-traumatic growth, burnout prevention, and survivor guilt. Mark Divine is an entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author, philanthropist, and one of the world’s top leadership and coaching experts. Divine believes...

It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations of a new business. But what are some of the factors that contribute to business growth? Discover how a small company grew into a global software company by focusing on one big idea: making accounting simple. What is the secret? "We've always focused on one big problem," Mike McDerment says. Mike is the Executive Chair and Co-Founder of FreshB...

In this interview, Nelson Tessler shares his origin story and how he overcame devastating obstacles to shift his mindset and inspire others to strive for success. It can be shattering having negative self-talk. It can also be difficult not knowing how to move forward or where to go next. The truth is that there are so many more possibilities than we realize. Nelson L. Tressler is the Founder and C...

There are many misconceptions regarding how to give a good presentation. AlexAnndra Ontra outlines three effective presentation tactics and how crucial these components are to getting your message out and compelling people to take action. AlexAnndra is changing the way the enterprise world thinks about its most undervalued asset — the presentation. As President and co-founder of Shufflrr, AlexAnnd...

When you are a start-up, how do you lay a solid foundation for your business? Consider how you feel when you're starting something new and exciting, but there's much uncertainty involved. If that describes you, then this is the show for you. In today's interview, Susan talks to Alicia Butler Pierre about how a well-built infrastructure is essential for growing a successful business. Alicia Butler...

What are the most prevalent personality traits that lead to business failure?  Susan discusses confirmation bias, behaviour modification, and core competencies with Robert Cappuccio in this amazing episode.  Robert Cappuccio is a well-known motivational speaker, author, and behaviour change coach. He was born with a severe facial deformity and was diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome when he was nin...

Emily Hirsh, founder and CEO of Hirsh Marketing, discusses how to create and maintain a brand and reputation. Emily and Susan talk about what it takes to be an entrepreneur in today's changing world, including being transparent with customers, solving problems for and with them, building a team, and balancing work and personal life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years Matthew Ferry has been the success coach to royalty, billionaires, and high octane entrepreneurs. He has helped them navigate self-sabotage in order to live in a place of greater joy and fulfillment. He was also Susan's personal coach for five years and she credits him with helping her step into a new level of achievement. In this episode, you will learn how to torch negative self-talk,...

The bottom line is this - if you want to be inspired, learn how to gracefully deal with critics, and become motivated to take action, you need to meet Luke. In this episode, Susan interviews this young phenom who is building a significant business and YouTube following in a space that is void of his peers. Susan declares that this is one of the most inspiring episodes of the year. Learn more about...