Your Business – Your Next Level

Cost savings can move the bottom line faster than chasing more sales. William McKissock joins host Eunicia Peret to break down how leaders can become more intentional about operational efficiency by studying the profit and loss, understanding vendor models, and building visibility into money that quietly leaks out of the business. They discuss where savings often hide, including telecom, shipping,...

Rising homeowners premiums are reshaping what builders can sell and what buyers can afford. Treacy Duerfeldt joins host Eunicia Peret to translate insurance into plain language, from why climate-driven losses are pushing rates up to how new construction built to modern code can be priced more fairly. They also explore captive insurance as a way for builders to self-insure strategically, discuss re...

Gary Nicholson, co-founder of Marina Trace and seasoned operator of service-based businesses, joins Eunicia Peret to reveal how overlooked inefficiencies can unlock massive profitability. From his journey growing up on a ranch to serving in the Navy, working in corporate advertising, and ultimately buying and scaling businesses, Gary shares how he built a system for identifying hidden value in “bo...

Henning Schwinum, founder of Vendux and leader in fractional sales leadership, joins Eunicia Peret to break down one of the most misunderstood growth levers in business: building the right sales leadership structure. With over 25 years of experience scaling sales teams globally, Henning shares how his own frustration as a fractional executive led him to create a company that now connects businesse...

Brooke Erickson, functional nutritionist and creator of the Quantum Nourishment Framework, joins Eunicia Peret to explore why true health goes far beyond diet and supplements. Brooke shares her journey from personal loss and burnout to building a holistic approach that integrates nutrition, circadian rhythm, nervous system regulation, and energetic alignment. Together, they break down why so many...

Dan Eckelman, international speaker and sales expert, joins Eunicia Peret to break down the real power of public speaking, and why it may be one of the most underutilized growth tools for business owners. With over 30 years on stage and experience generating millions in revenue through speaking alone, Dan shares the difference between simply presenting and truly influencing an audience. From maste...

John Pyke, global expert in sales leadership, hiring, and peak performance, joins Eunicia Peret to challenge one of the biggest assumptions in business: that training alone drives results. Drawing from decades of research and experience assessing over 200,000 individuals across industries, John reveals why traditional hiring and training methods fail, and what actually separates top performers fro...

John Donnelly, mortgage industry leader and sales executive, joins Eunicia Peret to share how culture, trust, and clarity become true competitive advantages, especially in a rapidly changing and margin-compressed market. With nearly three decades of experience, John breaks down what it takes to retain top talent, build a values-driven organization, and adapt when your entire industry shifts overni...

Brian LaFontaine, professional actor turned public speaking coach, joins Eunicia Peret to break down why so many high-performing professionals struggle to communicate effectively, and how to fix it. With over 30 years in film and television, Brian brings a unique perspective on storytelling, presence, and connection, showing how the same skills used on screen can transform how leaders show up in r...

Mike Milligan, author, adjunct professor, and financial services veteran, joins Eunicia Peret for a candid and eye-opening conversation about the tax strategies being marketed to high-income earners, and the real risks behind them. Drawing from his personal story of growing up in a financially constrained environment to becoming deeply immersed in tax code and financial strategy, Mike shares his m...

Ryan Riegler, third-generation leader and Vice President of Riegler Blacktop, joins Eunicia Peret to share what it really takes to scale a family business into a multi-million dollar operation. With over three decades in construction, Ryan breaks down the realities of working within a family-run company, navigating generational transitions, and building systems that allow for long-term growth. Fro...

Christina Collins, founder and franchisor of Never Stop Moving 365, joins Eunicia Peret to share how she turned a passion for youth fitness into a rapidly growing, mission-driven business. With a background in education and physical literacy, Christina explains how movement in childhood builds far more than physical health, it develops confidence, resilience, and leadership skills that carry into...

Wendy Wright, financial therapist and money mentor, joins Eunicia Peret to explore the powerful intersection between money and emotions, and why most financial decisions have little to do with logic. Drawing from her background as a licensed therapist and business professional, Wendy explains how deeply rooted money stories shape behavior, relationships, and long-term financial outcomes. Together,...

Dr. Alison Curfman, pediatric emergency physician and co-founder of Imagine Pediatrics, joins Eunicia Peret to share how she transformed frontline clinical frustration into a multi nine-figure healthcare company in under two years. After witnessing firsthand the gaps in patient care, including a tragic case that highlighted the lack of access and communication in rural healthcare. Alison set out t...

Alexander Hollis, founder of NurseHub, joins Eunicia Peret to share how he built a mission-driven edtech company tackling one of the biggest challenges in healthcare, the nursing shortage. With a background in education, not nursing, Alex explains how he identified a critical gap in access to nursing education and built a platform that now supports thousands of aspiring nurses. The conversation di...

In this solo episode, Eunicia Peret addresses one of the most common questions she receives: why do successful individuals hesitate to make strategic financial moves, even when they know better options exist? Drawing from real client experiences, Eunicia breaks down the three biggest barriers that prevent people from elevating to the next level: fear of change, scarcity mindset, and external influ...

Lee Partee, CEO of Skyview Partners, joins Eunicia Peret for a powerful conversation on leadership, culture, and the responsibility that comes with building and acquiring businesses. With more than 27 years of experience across construction, real estate, and specialty trades, Lee shares how his faith-driven leadership philosophy and “Buffalo Culture” framework shape the way his teams operate and g...

John Lee Dumas, founder and host of the wildly successful podcast Entrepreneurs on Fire , joins Eunicia Peret for a high-energy conversation about mindset, growth, and what it really takes to break through entrepreneurial plateaus. After more than 5,000 interviews with successful founders and creators, John shares the patterns he sees again and again, particularly how entrepreneurs unconsciously c...

Marc Daniels returns to Your Business, Your Next Level to continue the conversation on strategy, execution, and why most business owners are tracking the wrong numbers. In this episode, Marc breaks down the critical difference between leading and lagging KPIs, explaining why revenue is just the scoreboard, not the playbook. He shares practical examples across industries, from restaurants to pool c...

Esther Goldstein, trauma therapist, educator, author, and group practice owner, joins Eunicia Peret for a powerful conversation about the intersection of trauma, money, leadership, and self-worth. Esther shares how unresolved trauma impacts not only emotional health but financial decision-making, trust, and the ability to take strategic risks. Together, they explore the hidden cost of staying stuc...

Doug Seibold, founder of Agate Publishing, joins host Eunicia Peret for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the rapidly evolving world of publishing. What began in 2002 in Doug’s basement with a laptop and a vision has grown into a diversified publishing and educational enterprise. In this episode, Doug shares how feeling “ill-suited” for traditional employment pushed him...

Janice Carte, founder of Tiny Spoon Cheff, returns to the show for a deeper conversation with host Eunicia Peret on what it really means to invest in your peace of mind. In this episode, they explore how services that might seem “non-essential” at first, like a personal chef or a financial strategist, actually deliver massive returns in the form of time, energy, and mental clarity. Janice shares h...

Karen Laos joins host Eunicia Peret for a powerful conversation about finding your voice, asking for what you want, and learning to command a room, whether in a board meeting or a high-stakes conversation. Karen shares the personal moment that launched her mission to help millions of women silence self-doubt and speak with clarity and confidence. Together, they explore why even successful professi...

Stacy Pellettieri, licensed therapist and founder of five mental health businesses, joins host Eunicia Peret to discuss the hidden emotional patterns that silently block business growth. With nearly three decades of experience, Stacy unpacks how unresolved trauma, especially the “little t” kind, can sabotage leadership, strain decision-making, and keep high-achievers stuck. They dive into the psyc...

Dr. Sera Lavelle, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of two thriving therapy practices, joins host Eunicia Peret for a powerful conversation on how psychology, neuroscience, and technology are coming together to transform mental health, especially around emotional eating. With specialties in hypnotherapy, EMDR, and integrative approaches to healing, Dr. Lavelle shares her journey from trad...