Small Business Stories

S5:E22 In this episode of Small Biz Stories, host Dr. LL is joined by Justin Abrams , a Business & Strategy Consultant who's helped over 250 companies achieve an average 350% sales growth and 10x audience expansion. Justin is the head of Aryo Consulting Group. Both the host and guest are among UpWork's Top 1% of more than 17,000,000 freelancers, so the conversation gets interesting! We dive deep i...

S5:E21 In this Small Biz Stories episode, Dr. LL sits down with Michael Barbarita, Jr. , a fractional CFO, award-winning speaker, author of Powerful Business Strategies, and serial entrepreneur who's helped generate millions across industries from retail to manufacturing. With over 40 years of financial leadership and firsthand entrepreneurial grit, Michael shares how small business owners can mak...

You when you just "hit it off" with a total stranger? Watch the ideas fly! What a fabulous guest and learning experience! Filip is easy going and curious which is a terrific combination to understand how to get unstuck in the customer journey. In this episode,  Filip Sardi , founder of Client Flow™, reveals to Dr. LL how online entrepreneurs can stop chasing new clients and start multiplying resul...

S5:E19 In this inspiring episode of Small Biz Stories, we sit down with New Jersey photographer and former educator Janet Joyner , founder of Janet Joyner Photography📸, to explore how she empowers women (especially those over 40) to rediscover their beauty, embrace confidence, and show up strong in a digital world. Janet shares invaluable photography tips, branding insights, and her journey of st...

S5:E18 In this heartwarming and brilliant episode of Small Biz Stories , Dr. LL welcomes Jonathan Mast , affectionately known as "The Whitebeard of AI." He is a generous educator, strategist, and AI expert with a mission to make AI accessible for small business owners. Jonathan reveals the top 3 AI tools every entrepreneur should be using, how to overcome fear and overwhelm with technology, and ho...

S5:E17 In this high-voltage episode, Dr. LL sits down with Neil Twa , substack writer of column, ⚡"High Voltage Business Builders" and author of Almost Automated Income with FBA (Fulfilment by Amazon). He shares hard-won lessons from going bankrupt to building a multimillion-dollar Amazon consulting business. Whether you're trying to break through a revenue plateau or reframe your leadership mind...

Join Dr. LL for a value-packed conversation with George Otel , founder of US Business Funding and a top commercial real estate influencer. George shares actionable insights for small business owners and entrepreneurs on funding, mindset, and building lasting success. Discover why adaptation, strategic learning, and the right financial moves can transform your business. Whether you're just starting...

S5:E15 Discover how small businesses can punch above their weight with actionable PR strategies from  Mickie Kennedy , founder of eReleases and renowned PR expert. In this episode, Mickie shares his journey from creative writing to building a leading press release distribution service, and delivers practical insights for entrepreneurs aiming for real media coverage, credibility, and results withou...

S5:E14 Think insurance is boring? Think again. In this episode of Small Biz Stories , host Dr. LL sits down with Michael Silverman , founder of Silver Lining Insurance Agency, whose story will change the way you think about life insurance—and relationships. With 40+ years of industry wisdom, Michael shares the powerful moment he delivered a $5 million life insurance claim, and how that moment ceme...

Join Dr. LL on Small Biz Stories as she interviews Sabir Semerkant , founder of Growth by Sabir and a billion-dollar eCommerce strategist who has worked with industry legends like Gary Vee and Neil Patel. Sabir shares actionable insights and candid advice for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to scale, adapt, and thrive in today's digital marketplace. Whether you're just starting out...

In this inspiring episode (S5:E12) of Small Biz Stories, Dr. LL sits down with  Luis Angel Torres Rodriguez , founder of Societal Bridge, Inc., to explore how positivity, the importance of life-long learning, and how second chances can transform the lives of returning citizens. Drawing from his own experience and award-winning advocacy with programs like NJ LEAD, Luis shares how he's changing the...

Discover how to thrive in the new era of eCommerce with revenue optimization strategies that go beyond traditional marketing. Host Dr. LL sits down with Matthew Stafford , renowned founder of BuildGrowScale.com and the "eCommerce Wizard" behind the success of brands like ESPN, Discovery Channel, and Women's Health Magazine. His experience has also allowed him to help hundreds of ecommerce brands s...

In this episode of Small Biz Stories, host Dr. LL welcomes Christine Berna t, a certified EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) practitioner and holistic healing and stress management coach, to share her innovative approach to finding calm, focus, and healing in the fast-paced world of small business. Christine specializes in helping entrepreneurs and professionals overcome anxiety, stress, and self-...

S5:E9 Are old habits and limiting beliefs holding you or your business back? In this episode of Small Biz Stories, Dr. LL sits down with Marc Mathys , CEO of Reset-it, to explore how the innovative "neuro quantum" approach-blending neuroscience and quantum physics-can help you Reset, Reown, and Restart the way you work. We discuss how our brain's wiring and subconscious conditioning shapes our pro...

Join Dr. LL on Small Biz Stories as she sits down with Michael Pilla , founder of Pilla Creative Marketing, to uncover a straightforward, no-nonsense approach to web design that actually works. Michael shares his proven method for creating websites that not only look great but drive real business results-cutting through the fluff to help small business owners attract customers and grow their brand...

S5:E7 Join Dr. Darryl Stickel , the world-renowned " Trust Architect ," as he shares breakthrough insights from his acclaimed trust-building model—developed as a Big 4 consultant, author, and thought leader with a PhD from Duke University. Despite navigating life with visual impairment, Dr. Stickel demonstrates that true vision goes far beyond sight, inspiring leaders to embrace vulnerability, fos...

💪 At just 14 years old, Nick Prefontaine survived a traumatic snowboarding accident that left him in a coma, with doctors predicting he'd never walk, talk, or eat on his own again. Defying all odds, Nick not only walked but ran out of the hospital, proving the power of determination and resilience. 🌟 Today, Nick is a motivational speaker (named "Top Motivational Speaker" by Yahoo Finance in 2022...

In this eye-opening episode of Small Biz Buffet , we sit down with Eric Vincent , the "Excuse Killer," who just makes sh*t happen! He is the visionary founder of ProcurementCon and Black Ink Creative Partners . Eric shares his journey from the school of hard knocks to becoming a beacon of hope for small business owners everywhere. Discover how Eric's " The Deets " program is revolutionizing small...

🎙️ Small Biz Stories is thrilled to welcome Anubha Bhatla , founder of Curiosity Lab Inc. - she is a true Curiosity Crusader! 🌟 Recently named a grand prize winner in the Wells Fargo Works Project contest 🏆, Anubha shares her incredible 10-year journey of building a revolutionary science education program for youth ages 2 to 15. 🔬✨ In this inspiring episode, we dive into: 🌱 The conception and...

🍽️ Welcome to another nourishing episode of Small Biz Stories, where Dr. LL serves up insights to help your business thrive! 🌟 Today, we're joined by Mary Adelman , a visionary yet grounded business coach who takes a wholistic approach to entrepreneur and small business wellness. 🌿💼 Discover how Mary's coaching goes beyond mere accountability: 🔍 Gain an unbiased, outside perspective on your bu...

Unlock the Secrets to Building Unbreakable Business Relationships! Join us on  Small Biz Buffet  as we sit down with renowned sales consultant and relationship selling expert, James Jacobi! 🚀 In this episode, James shares his proven strategies for transforming your sales approach and building lasting connections with your clients. Discover: 📈 How to shift from transactional to relational selling...

🍴 Ready for a taste of success? 🚀 Join us on Small Biz Buffet as we sit down with the incredible Melanie Rudin, marketing maven and owner of MiT Communications, and founder of the Jersey City Restaurant Owners Coalition (JCROC)! 🌟 In this episode, Melanie shares: 🍴 The inside scoop on JCROC and the upcoming Restaurant Week (March 3-9, 2025) 📅 💡 Her journey to defining success on her own term...

Welcome to a journey down a health path. This podcast is dedicated to exploring the world of chiropractic care and holistic health. In this episode, we sit down with  Dr. David Lipman , the founder of Physical Evidence in Florida. With a wealth of experience as both a chiropractic physician and a patient, Dr. Lipman offers a unique perspective on managing musculoskeletal pain. Throughout our conve...

Franca Borgia is a visionary, artist, and author. As a polyglot, she is hyper-aware of cultural sensitivies and the power of nuance: words have impact. She uses her artistry to create intricate, conceptual installations that are featured in several hotels and museums around the world. Her home - and her heart - is in Venice. This podcast was a special treat as we recorded it live as she strolled t...

Denise Drinkwalter is one of those laid back, "take it as it comes," type of person that you can instantly relate with. Her Canadian roots and career in education as a teacher and principal offer immediate connection points and the confidence that she is going to help you get there - wherever it is that you are going. She is a life coach focused on middle-aged women transitioning from one life pha...