The Start Down

"So, you're a doctor like Kissinger's a doctor."    First off, if you know what show this is from you are my best friend and leave it in the comments.    Often the debate of college and entrepreneurship go hand in hand. That being said, I have met and worked with many great entrepreneurs who have dropped out of high school, and many who have gone all the way and received a PhD...

We are back!  Not only are we back, but this week’s guest Dominica Lumazar was someone that brought value to the podcast from word one! You don’t want to miss this episode!  We covered three key items in this episode: 1. Marketing needs to be a 360 degree experience 2. Failure and your entrepreneurial gut 3. The power of a female owned business To learn more about Dominica visit her website at htt...

Have you ever had someone cancel on you?    I did last week, twice! So that means another solo episode!    This was a great opportunity for me to test out a new format we are working on as well! I would love to know what you think of this episode, leave your comments below.  Host: Mike Ficara Guests: Mike Ficara Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram...

How do you know if you’re good at something?  How do you know if you’re doing a good job? How do you measure perfect? Is it always about the numbers? In this week’s episodes we did into this, and other fun topics from a new perspective! Check out the episode in the link below.  Host: Mike Ficara Guests: Mike Ficara Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instag...

Have you ever said to yourself, I could be more successful if…? Well, stop that!    On this week’s episode of The StartDown Podcast we speak with Jeremy Torisk who recently exited his company and is working for FUN now!    My favorite part of our conversation is that Jeremy shares where he started, and I will give you a hint, it was not at some Ivy league school. Jeremy truly learned his industry...

What is holding you back as we close out Q2? What do you need to take it to the next level as we "get back to normal"? On this week's episode of The StartDown we talk with  Dr. Ian Brooks about why you need to take action with Intention!  Host: Mike Ficara Guest: Dr. Ian Brooks Get the book: https://rhodessmith.com/ Follow on social: @DrB_Intention Support the show More episodes: ht...

Has this been your best year, or your worst year? The pandemic has provided a great opportunity for some, and great struggles for others. With some amazing guests over the last year it's time for me to share some lessons learned, and some other big news, my book is coming out soon! I will talk about it all on this solo episode!  Host: Mike Ficara  Guest: Mike Ficara Support the show More epis...

What you see is just the tip of the iceberg. The thought and strategy behind a marketer's creation is what, at the end of the day, drives results for a client.  Host: Alicia Laszewski Guests: Mike Ficara, Alicia Laszewski Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeficara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeficara L...

Have you ever been entertained unexpectedly? We are staying global this week and speaking to Darryl Lovegrove who is one of the 3 Waiters. Here how this accidental business took him on a journey all over the world performing for kings and queens!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darryl.lovegrove.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovegroveentertainment1/ Host: Mike Ficara Guests: Mike Ficar...

The travel continues with #TheStartDown podcast! This week we speak with Ally Muller about Unlocking The Genius Inside Your Organization! This amazing entrepreneur from Australia gives some amazing insight into what helps a business grow and scale! Loved, this episode and cannot wait for you to hear the advice Ally shared! Ally's Info: LinkedIn -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonrmuller/ W...

For the first time in over a decade, I have not been on a plane in over a year! That being said my podcast has allowed me to have several guest from all over the world! On this weeks episode we spoke with Anna Kupisz about how you can have the lifestyle you want by pricing your product or service correctly. She is based in Poland and has offices in the UK and soon in the US. You don't want to...

Do you miss live events? Have you attended a virtual event? What is the future? We talk with Natalia and Caleb about the future of both live and virtual events. This power couple is disrupting the industry and making an impact. You don’t want to miss this episode!  Host: Mike Ficara Guests: Mike Ficara, Natalia Diane, and Caleb Fowler Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-do...

Do you know where your gaps are? Do you even know what having a gap in your life means. This week I had the honor of speaking with Brian Mayoral who not ONLY had record breaking sales with Tony Robbin’s team recently, he helped people have major breakthroughs as well. You don’t want to miss this episode. Facebook : @Brianmayoral -  https://www.facebook.com/brian.mayoral.712 Instagram: @Brianmayora...

When I bought my first home I was so excited to cut my own lawn! After doing it for the first time, I was like this SUCKS! This week’s guest Bryan Clayton took people like me and provided them with an amazing app called GreenPal! Check out this week’s episode where we talk about the journey! Host: Mike Ficara Guests: Mike Ficara, Bryan Clayton Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com...

We all know the big boys when it comes to a CRM, but do you really need one? Did you know there are other options. Great conversation on this week’s episode with Jeroen Corthout co-founder and CEO of Salesflare on how to pick the right CRM for your business and how it can help you scale!  Host: Mike Ficara Guests: Mike Ficara, Jeroen Corthout Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/...

It’s no revelation; video in the classroom is a key to success. That being said, not just any video works. How you present the content to your students can have a HUGE impact. On this week’s episode we talk with Adam Geller the Founder and CEO of Edthena on the power of video in the classroom!  Host: Mike Ficara Guest: Mike Ficara, Adam Geller Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com...

First off I have to give a HUGE thanks for this week’s guest Ross Romano of MindRocket Media Group. He is responsible for sending us some of the amazing educational leaders we have had on our show. This week Ross and I talk about all things PR and events pre- during and post-COVID.  Host: Mike Ficara Guest: Ross Romano, Mike Ficara Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-...

Entrepreneurship is not new! That being said, what kind of entrepreneur are you? Sid gives you some options on this week’s episode! Host: Mike Ficara Guest: Sid Mohasseb Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeficara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeficara LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeficara YouTube:...

Do you make more money, or put more systems in your business? Which comes first? Find out on this week’s episode. --- Support this podcast:  https://anchor.fm/the-start-down/support Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeficara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeficara LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikefica...

Storytelling is so relevant in today's social media and news landscape. No one understands that better than Arlene Borenstein! She has worked on-air from NY to DC to Miami and she talked about what makes a great story on this week’s episode! You don’t want to miss this week’s episode! Host: Mike Ficara  Guest: Arlene Borenstein--- Support this podcast:  https://anchor.fm/the-start-down/suppor...

True story, I started my career in education as a substitute teacher. On this podcast I got to talk with Mike Teng on how he solved that problem! --- Support this podcast:  https://anchor.fm/the-start-down/support Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeficara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeficara LinkedIn: http...

Self awareness is so important. In this week’s episode we talk with “Cap” about leading this shirt that is your own mindset! Host: Mike Ficara Guest: Mike Ficara--- Support this podcast:  https://anchor.fm/the-start-down/support Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeficara/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeficara...

YOU'RE MY BOY BLUE! So excited when I have a guest that brings the fire! Manny Blue and I have been connected for a long time on social media. He is a beast when it comes to financial planning. Excited to have him share his story on this week’s episode! #GetYourMoneyRight --- Support this podcast:  https://anchor.fm/the-start-down/support Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com...

Seems like everyone is writing a book nowadays, but how many people are writing a children's book? It is not as easy as it sounds! On this week’s episode, we spoke with Judy Laufer about the process and how powerful reading to children is! --- Support this podcast:  https://anchor.fm/the-start-down/support Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram:...

Trust your gut! How many times have you heard this? On this week’s episode, we discuss the science behind trusting your intuition and your GUT! Host: Mike Ficara Guests: Sunil Godse--- Support this podcast:  https://anchor.fm/the-start-down/support Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeficara/ Facebook: https://www.fac...