The Quiet Work

https://www.linkedin.com/in/davepazgan/ https://www.liftology.com/ Liftology is a home mobility service built to help older adults and people with disabilities stay safe, independent, and confident in their own homes. In this episode of The Quiet Work Podcast, I sit down with Dave Pazgan, founder of Liftology, to talk about: • The real mobility challenges seniors face at home • Why independence an...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-faizey-a70598383/ https://loopsuite.ai/ https://shieldmfg.co.uk/ In this episode of The Quiet Work Podcast, I sit down with Matthew Faizey, a UK entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience building real businesses. We talk through his journey. From early sales jobs and weekend side hustles to manufacturing at scale and delivering hundreds of **vid testing site...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-first-5b2973281/ http://baseballthumbguard.com https://www.baseballthumbguard.com/community/blog/baseball-thumb-guard https://www.instagram.com/thumbpro_baseball/ Craig First invented a baseball product in his basement. Today, MLB players use it on the field. In this episode of The Quiet Work, Craig shares the real story behind ⁨@thumbpro⁩ . We talk about: • how a...

Connect with Jill: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jilllublin/ Jill's Website: https://jilllublin.com/ Jumpstart Your Publicity: https://jilllublin.com/guide/ Monthly Kindness Circle: https://jilllublin.com/kindnesscircles/ In this episode of the Quiet Work Podcast, I sit down with Jill Lublin, a publicity expert, speaker, and author of Guerrilla Publicity. Jill has helped thousands of small business...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/-edward-deangelis-ceo-qualifi-llc/ http://goqualifi.com In this episode of The Quiet Work Podcast, I sit down with Eddie DeAngelis, CEO of Qualifi. We talk about the real mechanics of business funding, why founders misunderstand credit, and how financing decisions impact long-term control, growth, and survival. No hype. No shortcuts. Just clear thinking from someone who...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanchaney/ https://supplychaney.com/ Nathan Chaney has spent 15 years in logistics across SEVA, PepsiCo, Crane Worldwide Logistics, Mainfreight, Texas Instruments, and autonomous trucking before launching Supply Chaney, a growing media and networking platform for the logistics world. He has built supply chain events, a podcast, a crowdsourced newsletter, a community,...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allie-williamson-1a559b42/ https://www.instagram.com/southerndomesticdiva/ https://southerndomesticdiva.com/ Allie Williamson — known online as The Southern Domestic Diva — built a multimillion-dollar cleaning company out of her garage using one thing most businesses overlook: branding with heart. From red lipstick to pecan pies, she turned authenticity into her growth...

https://authoronestop.com/ Randy Peyser has helped authors land deals with publishers like Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, McGraw-Hill, and Wiley. She breaks down how acquisitions really work, why publishers insist on strong platform and engagement, and how outcome-driven titles win committees. → From magazine editor to “pitch queen” for traditional deals → What publishers measure. content vs...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-braun-72292521/ https://www.kidokinetics.com/ Terri Braun is the Founder and CEO of Kidokinetics, a national franchise that helps children build confidence, strength, and coordination through movement. What began as a local passion in South Africa became a 25-state operation built on one simple idea: kids who move, thrive. In this episode of The Quiet Work Podcast...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/realmattschneider https://www.building.inc/ Matthew Schneider is the Founder and CEO of Building Inc., a technology company transforming how real estate developers organize, verify, and activate data. A true Gen Z entrepreneur, Matthew is helping the built world move at the speed of the internet — combining blockchain, AI, and real estate to make properties more transpa...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-rieger-88946179/ http://www.solup.com/ Frank Rieger is the Founder and CEO of Sol-Up, Las Vegas’ largest locally owned solar company. Originally from Berlin, Frank left the software world in 2009 to start a renewable energy company in the middle of the desert — just as the 2008 housing crisis hit. Sixteen years later, Sol-Up has become a symbol of quality, innovat...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-queen-a4183086/ https://www.wildbuilding.com/ Lance Queen is the Director of Operations at Wild Building Construction, a Tennessee-based general contractor specializing in civil and heavy construction. What started as a family trade became a lifelong passion — and now, a thriving division in one of the fastest-growing markets in the South. In this episode of The Q...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gurukathryn/ https://geodechain.com/ Dr. Kathryn Messegee is the founder of Geode, a decentralized Layer 1 blockchain with a native suite of apps designed to set humanity free. Before entering the world of blockchain, she served as a DARPA program manager, built defense technologies, taught mathematics, and became a powerful advocate for technological freedom and person...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-oppman-aviation/ https://oppflightcharter.com David Oppman is the founder of Opp Flight Charter, a private jet brokerage dedicated to providing a seamless, concierge-level experience for high-net-worth travelers. With years of experience in the aviation industry, David has built a reputation for precision, transparency, and trust. In this episode of The Quiet Work...

http://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesalvaggio https://seobrand.com Mike Salvaggio is the CEO and co-founder of SEO Brand, a digital marketing agency celebrating over 20 years in business. Since 2005, Mike and his team have been helping brands grow through SEO, CRO, and data-driven digital strategy. In this episode of The Quiet Work Podcast, Mike shares lessons from two decades in the ever-changing worl...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joethierryarysruiz/ https://agau.io/ Thierry Arys Ruiz is the founder and CEO of AGAU.io , a Swiss-based company redefining money through gold- and silver-backed tokens. By merging precious metals with blockchain technology, AGAU allows individuals and corporations to store, transact, and protect their wealth outside the traditional banking system — all while holding re...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/camlparker/ Cameron Parker is the Director of Aviation Sales at Jet Access, a leading aviation company providing charter, management, maintenance, and acquisition services for jet owners nationwide. In this episode of The Quiet Work Podcast, Cameron shares what it takes to earn trust in the private aviation business — from managing multimillion-dollar aircraft to delive...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elan-divon/ https://divonacademy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/divon_academy/ Elan Divon is an author, educator, and founder of Divon Academy and ElevateU. His work focuses on helping companies, universities, and young professionals build the soft skills that AI can’t replace — emotional intelligence, communication, resilience, and leadership. In this episode of The Qu...

https://clubtattoo.com https://www.instagram.com/sean_dowdell/?hl=en Sean Dowdell is the founder of Club Tattoo, launched in 1995 in Tempe, Arizona. What started as a side hustle with his bandmates has grown into 12 locations nationwide under The Tattoo Partners. From guerrilla marketing with stickers in the 90s to innovating with AI and luxury branding today, Sean has redefined what it means to s...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-stuart-742800153/ https://bloominblinds.com Kevin Stuart is the youngest of three brothers running Bloomin’ Blinds, a family business turned national franchise with 85+ locations. What started in a garage with their mom 30 years ago has become a fast-growing franchise redefining window coverings through repair, innovation, and family culture. In this episode, Kevi...

In this episode of The Quiet Work Podcast, I sit down with Sergio “El Profe” Cortez — founder of Surge Electrical Training. With over 30 years in the field, from Coast Guard electrician to national trainer, Sergio shares how he’s shaping the next generation of safe, skilled, and certified electricians. Timestamps 01:47 – How teaching became his passion 04:35 – The “aha” moment that changed his car...

https://whiteoakpastures.com/ Will Harris is the 4th-generation farmer behind White Oak Pastures, a 150+ year-old family farm in Bluffton, Georgia. From running an industrial cattle operation to becoming one of the leading voices in regenerative agriculture, Will’s story is about legacy, resilience, and building a better food system. → The history of White Oak Pastures (6 generations since 1866) →...

Johnny Palumbo is the co-founder of Simplify Tech and Simplify Growth, helping companies from $3M–$50M scale with AI, automation, and smart systems. In this episode, Johnny shares his entrepreneurial journey — from raising $22,000 at 17 to building a fast-growing AI consultancy — and lessons on how founders can navigate today’s overwhelming tech landscape. → Why AI is the new internet (and how to...