Chicago Business Review with Young Lee

What does it look like to follow your passion and turn that passion into a successful business that has lasted several decades? This is the inspiring story of Jan Guenther, the owner of GearWest ( a specialty store focusing on cross-country skis, nordic skis, running, biking, apparel, and accessories). Discover how Jan took the leap from working all day and going to business school at night to starting her own bike store. Appreciate her insights on how Jan learned all she could about the outdoor sports industry by getting involved in the sports she was selling gear for. And resonate with her solid appreciation for the crucial role the customer plays in your business and how to take good care of them.How did Jan get the word out there about her business in a pre-Internet time? What would Jan do differently if she could start over? And how did Jan succeed as a woman in such a male-dominated industry? Young asks some probing questions of Jan that take us back to an appreciation of old-fashioned values that involve doing the work yourself and then becoming a role model to others over time. And the bonus is that you build a successful business where your customers want to connect with you as you grow! Please join us in this delightful conversation. "Your customers are your lifeblood." ~ Jan GuentherIn This Episode:How Jan left the big corporate world to start a small businessEarly business lessons: appreciate and look after your customerWhy good service will last longer than most productsGetting more women into sport by being a role modelGetting energized by contrasts outdoors: working hard and playing hardThe importance of supporting small businesses (and not taking advantage of them)And so much more!Connect with Jan Guenther:Website - https://www.gearwest.com/Email - jan@gearwest.com Connect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Do you ever feel stuck in your life? Perhaps you have an idea of what you need to do to create momentum and shift your energy toward healthy change, but you don't know where to begin.If so, Habitual Growth could be the app and productivity tool you need to create that personal accountability in your life! It needn't be anything too dramatic or overwhelming either: just ask yourself each day what is the one thing you can do that will move you 1% towards your defined goals.Lisa Small is the Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Habitual Growth, a tool and system that can help understand the “why” behind our thoughts and actions.Habitual Health can help you develop self-awareness to understand where you're at in life, prioritize and build disciplined behaviors, and create confidence to persevere through difficulties and challenges. In this engaging conversation between Lisa Small and our host Young Lee, you will learn just what you need to do to take action and make personal growth a healthy habit. The app also comes with a 30-day free trial! Lisa's relatable story will inspire you to seek out habitual growth as we realize that we are all on a journey of continuing personal education. Please join us. "What am I going to prioritize, or make sure that I'm getting done today, that moves me just 1% closer (to my goal)?" ~ Lisa SmallIn This Episode:What is Habitual Growth? Lisa unpacked the tool for usThe value of moving 1% closer to our goals each day (and tracking our progress)What made Lisa embark on her journey of habitual growth?The power of writing down your goalsHow long does it take to create a new habit?Understanding personal accountability and progress trackingAnd so much more!Connect with Lisa Small:Website - Habitual GrowthApple Store - https://apps.apple.com/cr/app/habitual-growth/id6446201836Google Play - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=br.com.avantsoft.habitualgrowth&pli=1Connect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Are you aware of the power of solar energy in Chicagoland? Do you realize just how sexy solar is in the Midwest? Host Young Lee is joined by Eric Peterman today, former wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, and the two unpacking absolutely everything you need to know about solar energy!Eric is now the Managing Director of Nelnet Renewable Energy and he's spent over a decade understanding just how to provide homes and businesses with a turnkey solution for their renewable energy plan. And while the sun has always been there, shining down on us, it seems like only recently have we learned how best to harness its power.This involves tax savings, feeding your extra energy back into the grid, knowing who you can trust with an installation, what to do if you break a panel, and even what to do if you want to repair your roof! Young leaves no stone unturned as he asks all the simple but important questions that will have you asking, ‘How can I get solar on my roof?' Please join us in this deep dive into all things solar! “Solar is so new still. The industry is so young, that a lot of people still don't have a full understanding of what it is, how it works, and how the savings flow.” ~ Eric PetermanIn This Episode:Is solar beneficial for everyone?How to evaluate your utility billWhat kind of savings can you expect once you invest in solar?Lessons Eric has learned on the sports field that he applies in businessUnderstanding the Renewable Energy Credit ScoreAnd so much more!Connect with Eric Peterman:Website - https://nelnetenergy.com/X - https://twitter.com/petermanericConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

What would you prefer: a life of discipline or a life of regret? For Dylan Rausch, the answer was simple. After being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in the midst of the pandemic, and dealing with a struggling business, Dylan chose to be a victor and not a victim.This is the story of a family man who has overcome personal hardships by living a life of intentionality and strict regimen. He is the owner of two Pirtek franchises, offering on-site emergency hydraulic replacement and repair in the Wisconsin area. Learn all about Dylan's recipe for success in this impactful episode of Chicago Business Review that will have you taking notes on how you can up your game when it comes to personal well-being while also juggling the pressures of running a business and being the head of a large family.From cold plunges to God and from the Live Hard program to the 5 people you surround yourself with, this episode is as inspirational as it gets thanks to Young Lee's probing questions and Dylan Rausch's frank answers. Please join us on this journey of intentionality!"I wasn't going to be a victim of ulcerative colitis or my diagnosis. I was going to be a victor, that's what I decided. That's what I did. And so since then, I've been growing as a person, as a father, as a business owner, as a leader." ~ Dylan RauschIn This Episode:The value of specialization in Dylan's businessHow Dylan first coped with his diagnosisProgress through adversity: writing down your goals (as if you've already achieved them)Being intentional about your relationships with your loved onesTaking ownership of your own lifeAnd so much more!Connect with Dylan Rausch:CALL - +83362346723Email - dylan.rausch@pirtekmedicine.comConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Have you ever tried a product or supplement that promises to boost your energy levels or improve your health and after taking it, you're just not sure it's even worked? How about when you've taken a Vitamin B complex supplement and you've noticed neon yellow pee afterward?A lot of companies are making products that have the 'right' ingredients on the label, but just not in a state our bodies can fully absorb. Imagine a glass of chocolate milk where half the powder remains at the bottom of your cup when you're finished! We've all been there. LIX is a world-leading patented technology making active ingredients completely water-soluble in a shelf-stable state. And in today's informative episode of Chicago Business Review, our host Young Lee is chatting with the CEO of LIX Brands, Dan Margenau. The headline here is that LIX is the technology you need if you're looking to create an infused product of any kind for the retail market. From cannabinoids and functional mushrooms to nootropics and essential oils, LIX's patented technology enables a new world of possibilities for the formulation of infused products. Unlike traditional emulsification techniques, LIX fully dissolves, leaves no residue on the surface, and nothing settles out to the bottom of the container.Learn about LIX's white-label business modality, why Dan is so passionate about building relationships in his industry, and the danger of snake oil salesmen in a candid conversation that will encourage you to get out of your comfort zone as an entrepreneur. Please join us. "You build relationships; you don't try to make a sale." ~ Dan MargenauIn This Episode:How LIX works (understanding absorption)What separates LIX from its competitorsUnderstanding the value of white-label businessDan's journey from industrial engineer to entrepreneurEntrepreneurial advice: get out of your comfort zone!And so much more!Connect with Dan MargenauWebsite - https://lixingredients.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-margenau-8532631/Connect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

What are some smart tax-saving strategies you can apply as you break into the real estate game? Jose A. Ramirez from Advanced Tax Advisors is chatting with Young Lee in a highly informative episode of Chicago Business Review that is guaranteed to save you (and your family) money in taxes if you take his advice. Jose is an expert in the field of implementing tax-saving strategies for business owners, landlords, and real estate investors. He's helping real estate investors save millions of dollars in tax savings.From an overview of the advantages of real estate investment and why real estate is so powerful for creating generational wealth (understanding 'basis'), to insight into what determines real estate professional status (in the eyes of the IRS), Jose's astute advice is pure gold.Learn about setting up an entity, passive versus non-passive business, depreciation benefits, tax benefits, and more – all explained in an easy-to-grasp manner that will motivate you to invest in real estate. Your education begins here. Please join us. "The journey has been a long, learning journey. Because taxation is not easy; taxation is hard. But once you understand the code and you understand how to implement these strategies, the benefits are tremendous." ~ Jose A. RamirezIn This Episode:Jose's taxation journey (and why real estate is such a smart investment)The importance of separating your assets from your active businessWhat is Capital Gains Income?What qualifies you for real estate professional status (according to the IRS)? Understanding the '500 Hour Rule' tests and how a first-time investor can accumulate hoursHow to get your family involved in your real estate business (and pay less tax)Is it worth setting up a trust that owns your properties?And so much more!Connect with Jose A. Ramirez:Website - https://advancedtaxadvisors.net/Jose's webinar - https://advancedtaxadvisors.net/webinar/Connect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

What does it look like to identify and articulate talent – and then match make it with the right company? Kip Knippel is the Founder and CEO of KIP Search, a headhunting company that focuses on finding talent for C-Suite executives, legal, and other key employees to help organizations reach their full potential and destiny.Kip ran for Senate in the State of Minnesota (while finishing up law school), and then worked in Mergers and Acquisitions and commercial real estate, before starting KIP Search. Kip is an absolutely wonderful Chicago Business Review as our host Young Lee is able to draw the very best answers out of Kip by asking questions about talent, interviewing, and what it takes to match the right person with the right company culture.There are insights into what a company can do to retain their talent, as well as what the average person can do to better prepare themselves for an interview, setting themselves up for long-term career success. So from interview tips to how Kip goes about getting a clear, overall picture of the candidates he interviews for a job, there is so much to learn from this illuminating interview with a generous guest who is an expert in leadership training and business development. Please join us."We have 100% success. We've never failed on a search. And part of that is just our process. It's very process driven." ~ Kip KnippelIn This Episode:Why start a headhunting company? What does a typical day look like for Kip?Appreciating the process-driven approach to vetting candidatesIdentifying the talent you're looking for by aligning yourself with the company's valuesThe importance of getting a clear overall picture of a candidate to see if they're a cultural fit What qualities does Kip look for in a candidate? What interview tips does Kip have?What can employers do to retain talent?Kip's background (a play, an athlete, and running for Senate!)How can you overcome your insecurities when applying for a job?How do you go about researching fair compensation when applying for a new job? And so much more!Connect with Kip Kipping:Website - https://www.kipsearch.com/Connect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

If you want to make lots of money, sell real estate. If you want to become wealthy, own real estate. Young Lee goes straight to the heart of the matter in this week's advice-laden episode of Chicago Business Review. Young has been running a team and working in real estate for over 17 years and he's here to tell us the best way to build wealth based on all his experience. There are three primary reasons why owning real estate is a smart way to get wealthy. You only have to pay a small percentage of the property's value as a down payment to own it. You can get someone else to cover your monthly bond payments with a good rental agreement. And your property will appreciate over time. Young's Top 3 Tips on generating real wealth through property investment will have you thinking about whether you are doing your very best to get wealthy rather than just getting rich. Please join us. "History tells us that home prices always go up. And the reason why is, it is a finite asset." ~ Young LeeIn This Episode:Three reasons why investing in real estate is a great tool for building wealthUsing your property as leverage to get a loanHow to get someone else to pay for your asset through a rental agreementWhy property prices appreciate in value over timeAnd so much more!Connect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Are you ready to make a lifestyle change that will actually last? Dave Greene is the owner of CrossFit Spero in Oak Park. In today's episode with Young Lee, they're discussing the importance of physical fitness for effecting meaningful change.Dave worked for over a decade as a foreman and project manager for Evergreen Architectural Arts and while he had incredible success in that business, he was ultimately called to CrossFit. Dave is on a mission to help people by improving their self-confidence through physical fitness. With an improved physique and mindset, you are more likely to achieve your life goals. Dave is sharing on his organic gym growth, the importance of selling something that is of benefit to others, and the different types of gym membership that are out there. This is a fascinating interview into the gym world and what it takes to really provide for a client when you're starting out. There's info on hiring the right coach, caloric burn, and nutritional intake. It's time to make the change. Please join us. "What I'm really trying to do is help as many people as possible. That's my mission in life." ~ Dave Greene In This Episode:Dave's ambition to become a 7-figure gross revenue single-location gymUnderstanding the CrossFit methodologyThe value of physical fitness in building self-confidenceWhat are some of the biggest challenges when starting a gym?What nutritional advice does Dave have for a prolonged lifestyle change?And so much more!Connect with Dave Greene:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coach_davegreene/?hl=enBook a Call - https://withkoji.com/@Coach_Dave_GreeneConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Calling all early adopters! Are you looking to make yourself stronger than your excuses? How does fuel for your daily adventure sound? Food that's nutritious, easy to eat when you're on the run, and likely to boost your serotonin and melatonin levels – while also improving your cognitive development?Matt Tack is a serial entrepreneur and the founder and Executive of Nootricious, a product goods company aimed at serving working athletes by providing them with on-the-go daily nutrition fuel for their active lives. If you're a go-getter, this may prove convenient for you too!Nootricious is about to launch and is currently fulfilling orders and getting product feedback on their variety packs, featuring delicious ingredients such as almond butter and avocado, or banana, acai, and oats as examples of these carefully curated 'food fuel' packs. Chicago Business Review's Young Lee and Matt Tack are part of the same mastermind group and so the conversation in today's fascinating episode ranges from the entrepreneurial spark that ignites that big idea to what drives us daily. From the importance of starting a business that can have a real impact in the world, to our quest for human optimization Matt and Young are offering insight and advice that's of great value. Remind yourself that today's not the day you give up. There's plenty of inspiration and motivation inside. Please join us!Be sure to check out the sweet offer for Chicago Business Review followers below! "I feel like I brought back my athlete. My mind and my body are absolutely connected." ~ Matt TackIn This Episode:Matt's origin story and why he started NootriciousThe value of foods that boost your serotonin, melatonin, and cognitive developmentProduct development, brand building, and defining your USPThe importance of investing in your own education as an entrepreneurThe quest for human optimization How to eat more healthily (and why it's good for the planet too)!And so much more!Resources:Get 15% OFF your first Nootricious order - Use Coupon Code 'FAMILY' at checkoutConnect with Matt Tack:Website - NootriciousLinkedIn - Matt Tack - Co-Founder - Nootricious | LinkedInConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

What does it look like to turn your hobby into a business? And how do you turn that business into something that enriches the community? This is the story of Michael Chiong, an Experience Design Leader who's made many friends over the years walking the 5-and-a-half to 6 miles it takes to get around a golf course (depending on how well you hit the ball) with people who were, at first, complete strangers. Michael saw an opportunity to grow the game of golf and help increase diversity, inclusivity, and equity with his clothing brand, EVNPAR Golf. EVNPAR is an inclusive golf brand that creates premium golf gear and apparel. Michael believes that golf is a universal passion that can bring people together. His vision is to build a thriving community representative of all who love the game. Golf can also be the perfect antidote to too much screen time and the instant gratification that today's youth are so focused on. Golf lessons are life lessons, and this warmhearted chat between two golfing fanatics will indeed have you looking to book your next tee time in some of EVPAR's latest apparel!Be sure to check out the sweet offer for Chicago Business Review followers below! "The game in itself is an incredible answer to some of the issues that happen in society." ~ Michael ChiongIn This Episode:What inspired EVNPAR Golf? What does Michael find so inspiring about the game of golf? What can golf teach our youth?Creating the EVNPAR golf brandThe Value of Customer FeedbackTeam Outfits for the WIN Appreciating the process of ExperimentationWhere did the name EVNPAR come from?And so much more!Resources:Get 15% OFF your first EVN PAR order - Use Coupon Code 'YOUNG15' at checkoutConnect with Michael Chiong:Email - michael@evnpar.golfWebsite - EVNPARConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Have you heard of 75 Hard? 75 Hard is not a fitness challenge, but a “transformative mental toughness program” (according to the company's website.Chicago Business Review's host, Young Lee, recently undertook the personal improvement challenge and in this week's awesome new episode, he's sharing some amazing insights from his 75 Hard experience. We're used to seeing Young putting his guests on the spot with his enthusiastic and affable manner. Today Young is pulling back the curtains on his personal and business life by sharing on why he decided to make a personal pivot and take on such a daunting personal challenge.The value of having an accountability partner, having a plan, and building your self-confidence by honoring your promise to yourself are all perfectly encapsulated by Young in this empathic episode of Chicago Business Review. Whether it's losing weight, quitting drinking or making more sales in your business, know that help and a good plan are within your grasp - Young is testimony to that today!"You can do anything you put your mind to. But you have to have a plan." ~ Young LeeIn This Episode:What is the 75 Hard Challenge all about?Why did Young Lee decide to do the 75 Hard Challenge?Young Lee's three biggest takeaways from having completed 75 HardHow accountability helps you achieve your goals fasterKeeping promises to yourself builds your self-confidenceRemaining consistent so you start to see the compound effect of your progressYoung shares on being a better father, husband, and business partnerAnd so much more!Resources:The Compound Effect (book) - The Compound Effect: Jumpstart Your Income, Your Life, Your Success: Darren Hardy: 9789390924639: Amazon.comConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Michael Shipley is the Founder and Managing Partner of Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters, which has 5 cafes in the Chicagoland area. He's having an aspirational, caffeine-fueled conversation with our host Young Lee in what is surely a wakeup call for aspiring business owners looking to up their game, especially those in the service industry. Michael shares his philosophy on the craft that is coffee roasting, and the four pillars that make up his Unique Value Proposition. He expertly shares on Atmosphere, Service, Products, and Systems — and clearly outlines how to provide a high-quality product while providing an amazing experience. From considering the customer and the employee as the heroes of the business to understanding profitability so that you set yourself up for future success, Michael's advice is hard-earned as he shows us how caring about your cuppa joe involves far more than sourcing ethical beans at a competitive price point. Please join us.“We were really dedicated to learning the craft of it. And so craft is science and art. And you've got to have a strong understanding of the science of the roasting, and the processing, and the coffee steaming. And you've gotta have an ability to bring it together in those moments when you're roasting the coffee. And we have really, deeply, always cared about that.” ~ Michael ShipleyIn This Episode:How Michael got inspired to serve good coffee in ChicagolandCaring about the craft of roasting coffee‘Patting yourself on the back doesn't pay the bills'Understanding profitability so you set yourself up for future successWhy the story is not about you, but about the consumerMichael's approach to hiring young staff and being aspirational for 18-year-oldsFinding the balance between price and providing an exceptional experienceSurviving as a small coffee brand through the pandemic by engaging communityHaving a healthy cynicism about your business expectations Performing due diligence on the financial side of your businessAnd so much more!Connect with Michael Shipley:Website - https://www.consciouscup.com/Email - michael@consciouscup.comConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Steve Smith is a 15 year veteran of the mortgage originator business. He's also a man of many talents: he's a musician, singer, and award-winning fisherman! As a mortgage advisor he's here to answer all our mortgage-related questions with Young Lee on this illuminating episode of Chicago Business Review. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are federally backed home mortgage companies created by the United States Congress. They buy and guarantee mortgages issued through lenders in the secondary mortgage market. Steve is talking about Fannie and Freddie and where interest rates are likely to go, as he encourages first-time buyers to lock in a rate early on. Don't just take property advice from a family member! There are more options available to consumers than ever before and people like Steve Smith are expertly positioned to walk you through the mortgage process and prepare you for owning property. Perspective has a lot to do with how we view the interest rates and the changing property landscape, and thanks to Steve's 15-plus years of experience, his perspective is worth its weight in gold!(on having a fixed mortgage rate) “It's worth not having sleepless nights. Because when rates go up, they can go up in a day. We can start today at 6.125 and end today at 6.5. And we've seen it happen!”In This Episode:What is going on with interest rates?Steve's real estate background and how he got into the mortgage industryUnderstanding ‘flow down' – renegotiating a lower mortgage rateThe value of having your property underwritten by a lender Misconceptions and mistakes that first-time buyers makeThe importance of being fully underwritten Flawed buyer mentality of believing you can't get a loanRefinancing your property and renegotiating your lending rateUnderstanding the benefits of owning property sooner Setting up a home equity loan for family emergency spendingAnd so much more!Connect with Steve Smith:Website - Steve Smith at Proper Rate (NMLS #217419) - SVP of Mortgage Lending Bannockburn, IL 60015Email - steve.smith@properrates.comConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Are you looking for an inspirational entrepreneurial story that can provide you with the encouragement you need to knuckle down and pursue your dream? Then look no further than this wonderful interview with an amazing entrepreneur, Sargon Boudakh.Sargon is more than just a serial entrepreneur, he's also a real estate investor and President of Custom Blending Solutions – a one-stop shop for food manufacturers in any industry. Nowadays he makes time to watch baseball and be a family man, and he has this time freedom because he's been working harder than most, ever since he was a boy at school. In fact, Sargon was holding down two jobs while still in college, all while owning his first multi-family property and building his real estate empire and food packaging business. This is the story of the triumph of hard work over ‘analysis paralysis' — knowing when to commit to a deal, while working hard to keep cash flow going any way you can. Please join us — you might just learn a thing or two!“When I bought my first property I was still in school.” ~ Sargon BoudakhIn This Episode:How Sargon got into multifamily investing — while still at schoolThe benefits of working full-time while still owning propertyWorking with other talented people — not just doing it on your ownIs it more important to analyze or take action? Understanding the industrial packaging industry Is it worth it? The challenge of being an entrepreneurInterested in starting a supplement company? Contact Sargon!The joys of being a foodie and spending time with your familyThe value in being just a little bit better than your competitionAnd so much more!Connect with Sargon Boudakh:Website - Custom Blending SolutionsConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Are you a potential homeowner looking to get a mortgage? Or perhaps just someone who's intrigued to understand more about the process? Marty Maher is a 24-year veteran of the mortgage origination business and is ideally suited to analyze your property ambitions. Because of his client-first approach, he is simply one of the best advisors when it comes to mortgages and home loans in the Chicago area.This episode of Chicago Business Review is positively spilling over with information on how to go about buying your first property and qualifying for a mortgage. The misconception that you need to put 20% down is dispelled, acronyms like ‘PMI' and ‘ARM' are fully explained, and the investment tools and techniques usually reserved for seasoned professionals in the property game are unpacked by Marty and our host, Young Lee. You'll be reaching for the mortgage calculator tool to see if you qualify for a home loan, guaranteed! Just don't go doing anything foolish before buying a home that can jeopardize your mortgage qualification. Marty has seen it all over the years, so his advice is honestly and earnestly dispensed as he truly is trying to save his buyer's money, time, and any potential heartache in a given property deal. Buying a property has never been this interesting — no pun on the hot topic that is ‘interest rates' intended! Please join us. “When rates come down, we are going to refinance their mortgage for free.” ~ Marty MaherIn This Episode:How is the interest rate affecting the property market?What is a mortgage checkup?What are some of the minimum down payments clients can make when purchasing a property?What is a ‘One Zero Buy Down Program'?Unpacking Wintrust's Professionals ProgramAdvice for people who have misconceptions about getting a mortgageWhat amount can people borrow up to? Understanding Debt to Income RatioWhat should you NOT do before you buy a house? Understanding how to use a home equity line of credit Using the equity you've built up in your home for debt consolidationWhat are the upfront costs a buyer can expect to incur?

When last did you experience unconditional love? Jodie Diegel is the President and Founder of the Soul Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program, which features Chicagoland's most experienced and comprehensive animal-assisted therapy teams — including registered therapy dogs, miniature therapy horses, and miniature therapy donkeys!Their mission is to enrich lives by promoting the love and healing of the animal-human bond, while advocating and promoting animal therapy standards. This is a truly delightful insight into the inner workings of an animal therapy non-profit. From their reach in the community (visiting schools and hospitals), to the training that is required to be an animal trainer, all is discussed and explained by Jodie. Please be sure to listen to this animal-focused episode of Chicago Business Review, if only to hear Jodie describing a miniature pig walking down the aisle — not to mention miniature horses and donkeys, as well as how you can volunteer and support Soul Harbour! Joy, love, and laughter abound in this lighthearted and soulful conversation about animals and their unconditional love. Please join Young Lee, your host, and his wonderful guest, Jodie Diegel.“We are advocates for our animals. And when we go out we have these relationships with them. You can't just be on the other end of a leash, right?” ~ Jodie DiegelIn This Episode:How Jodie got into animal therapy as a vocationAppreciating the professionalism that lies at the foundation of animal therapyUnderstanding how Jodie's animal therapy work impacts her communityMiniature Horses! All you need to know! How can you experience Soul Harbour's therapy animals?A Giant Flemish Rabbit as a therapy animal!How can you volunteer your time and energy to the non-profit? What on-site training is required to be a therapy animal handler?Jodie's vision and how it impacts individual lives And so much more!Connect with Soul Harbour:Website - SOUL Harbour RanchInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/soulharbourranch/?hl=enConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Kyle Campbell is a family man. He's also the Managing Director of Hotaling Insurance Services, a risk management family office. As a child growing up he experienced firsthand how money came between members of his family when there was a death in the family and it was unclear as to who got what in the family business. Now Kyle is working as an insurance advisor, and in this illuminating episode of Chicago Business Review, he shares his secrets with Young Lee on understanding how you can leverage your insurance to pay less tax and keep the peace at the family Christmas. This is a fascinating insight into the world of a life insurance salesman and the ramifications his job has on taking care of generational wealth prudently — while working within the confines and legal loopholes of the American tax system. This is also unfettered business advice at its finest, with the upside being that, by applying Kyle's wisdom, you may just keep those family relationships intact!(18:50 - 19:06) “Honestly, what I do… I mean I sell a lot of insurance. But I feel like I'm there to ensure that there's a happy Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas where everybody is there, and people like each other, and they talk.” ~ Kyle CampbellIn This Episode:Understanding life insuranceWhy do we buy fixed income?How do you find a good life insurance advisor?Kyle's childhood story about appreciating life insuranceDoing insurance for need or greedSorting out your will before it's too lateWhy it's better to get insurance on the way upUnderstanding infinite bankingWhat is the minimum amount you need to invest?Should you get policies for your children?The value of reviewing an existing policy you have How your life insurance is protectedAnd so much more!Connect with Miguel Sanchez:Email - kcampbell@hgfin.netCell - +2487898033Website - https://hotalinginsurance.com/Connect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Are you eager to get into e-commerce by launching your own drop-shipping site? Miguel Sanchez is an e-commerce expert who started with dropshipping on Amazon and dropped out of school to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams full-time. Now he helps people launch their own passive income e-commerce businesses that require very little participation.In today's episode, he shares the secrets of his success with our affable host, Young Lee. The risk is low to get started in drop-shipping, and you don't need a lot of startup capital to set up your own e-commerce site. Young Lee asks all the right, simple questions and Miguel takes the care and time to explain, step-by-step, just how to set up your own e-commerce site. You make the sale first and you don't hold inventory… it almost sounds too good to be true. But it's not — understand how to get your foot in the door of this brave new e-commerce world with Miguel Sanchez. He's a young, hungry, relatable entrepreneur who is humble and willing to share his secrets. Please join Miguel and Young on this inspiring episode of Chicago Business Review!27:27 “When it comes to (our customers) making their ROI — their Return On their Investment — it's looking like 8 to 12 months. It could be earlier, depending on their products.” – Miguel SanchezIn This Episode:What is e-commerce and drop shipping?Understanding the way the world is moving onlineGetting started with $1500 cash and a $1000 credit cardThe difference between Amazon and Facebook drop-shippingAre there any downsides to drop shipping?What is the capital required to partner with Miguel Sanchez?When can you expect an ROI?Getting started in the business of e-commerceLeverage credit as much as you canThe first product Miguel drop shipped“Money is money – be grateful”What would Miguel do differently now if he was just getting started?And so much more!Connect with Miguel Sanchez:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/miguelsanchezecom_/Email - miguel@walmarttribe.coLinkedIn - Miguel Sanchez - Seller - Walmart | LinkedInConnect with Young Lee:Facebook - Young Lee | FacebookLinkedIn - Young Lee - Host of the Chicago Business Review Podcast/Show

Austin Linney is a real estate investor, business coach, and the host of Construct Your Life podcast. Perhaps more importantly he's an entrepreneur with a ruthless work ethic that is absolutely crushing it with his short term rental business, coaching, and podcast.He chats to Young Lee, the host of Chicago Business Review, and spills all his secrets on how to make money on platforms such as Airbnb. Very generous with his advice and time, there's business philosophies that sit atop practical workarounds that inform Austin's success. We're here to lap up this knowledge, start earning more — and experiencing more too. Because as Austin points out, experience is the new currency that everyone is after. Working smart — not just being busy — can free you up to travel and seek out new business opportunities. As Young exclaims during the episode, “This is a crazy episode. I can't believe how much value you've provided.” And he's right, there are so many nuggets of wisdom for all aspiring Airbnb owners that this is one episode you really won't want to miss!"All the answers that you seek are on the other side of action." – Austin LinneyIn This Episode:How Austin got started in short term rentals‘You can't see the label from inside the bottle'The only way through is by actionBasic, brilliants tips for for upping your Airbnb gamePick a market where you yourself would like to travelNever underwrite an Airbnb property based on AirBnB numbersUnlocking your property from a beach in SpainThe new currency of experiencesInvesting in a setup teamThe crazier your property, the betterChris's backstory that drove his ambitionDon't tell your kids, “This is all for you!”Austin's future legacy And so much more!Resources mentioned by Austin: Books: What to Say When You Talk to Your SelfOptimize YOUR Bnb: The Definitive Guide to Ranking #1 in Airbnb SearchPodcast: Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast MICHAEL SJOGRENTools: AirDNA PriceLabs

If there's one lesson poverty can teach you, let it be a lesson on freedom. Whether you are born with a silver spoon in your mouth or not, you have the freedom to choose and decide the course of your life. Chris Larsen joins today's The Success Game episode with Young Lee to share his journey from a generation of poverty to a generation of wealth and financial freedom. He's a performance coach and the founder of Next Level Income. He rallies the importance of building wealth that lasts for generations and shares the strategies that helped him generate over $350M of real estate acquisitions. Learn how to level up your income and start a financially free generation. “It's important to learn a craft, a skill, a specialty, whether you're a real estate professional or a surgeon about how to make money, how to create value. ”-Chris Larsen In This Episode:- Define financial freedom in its truest essence and the process of building a generation of wealth, no matter what field or profession you're in.- Find out what genetic curiosity means and how it can propel an entrepreneur towards success. - Active investments versus passive investments - learn the difference and which to leverage to generate a next-level income! - The secret to success that you have to put in place and the people you need around you to achieve success on a larger scale.- How to utilize the power of leverage to help you accumulate more assets, build generational wealth, and maximize your income as quickly as possible. Episode Resources:- Next-Level Income: How to Make, Keep, and Grow Your Money Using the ‘Holy Grail of Real Estate' to Achieve Financial Independence by Chris Larsen - https://www.amazon.com/Next-Level-Income-Achieve-Financial-Independence/dp/B085RTM4BTConnect with Chris Larsen:Website - https://www.nextlevelincome.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nextlevelincomeFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/nextlevelincomeshowPodcast - https://www.nextlevelincome.com/podcastYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ryurcdx6zl1wqpb0la2JA?sub_confirmation=1 Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

The doctors say, “prevention is always better than cure” and our guest today, Dr. Jason Hui, attests to that adage. This successful businessman and nationally published healthcare author have a wide range of experience in operational and strategic management. He leveraged that experience to build a business model that has helped single clinic operators and business owners generate over $50 Million in revenue. Learn how you can adopt this model to escalate your business and generate better results. “Adopting a proactive-preventive approach drives me because I see the results, it's changing people's lives. ”- Dr. Jason Hui In This Episode:- How the integrative model garners more success in terms of growing and scaling a business versus the fragmented approach.- Understanding the philosophy of fixing as much as the body allows you to fix and learning from the past, and how this philosophy impacts your growth potential. - Escalate your business real quick using the Rule of 5. - Why referrals are a reflection of what you are doing as a business person, and how you can become a “positional” leader.- 2 ways people grow and the kind of growth every business leader should aspire for their team members.- Marketing, customer service, and return of investment - which is the number one focal point every business owner needs to prioritize. Episode Resources:- Reversing Diabetes: Why Conventional Medicines Are Doing It All Wrong by Dr. Jason Hui Connect with Dr. Jason Hui:Website - https://imacregeneration.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahuiFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/IMACregenerationcenters/ Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

“There is NO supplement to hard work.” That's the philosophy Dr. Alan J. Acierno lives by which has made him thrive in his profession and the business world. He believes in “servant leadership” and is always out there where the action is, working WITH his team members and toughing it out together when the going gets rocky. Learn how to leverage your specialty to build a business that can bring value to the lives of more people. “We try to establish a place that people want to work for, NOT have to work for. That is a big cultural piece for us.”-Dr. AJ Acierno In This Episode:- Learn the best way to ramp up and how strategic business planning can help you manage your business after the pandemic.- The 2 types of businesses every business person owns and why both types must come together if you want your business to succeed.- What dentistry department did differently in terms of running a business which has made them thrive in the healthcare field. - The two most important people at the top of your list in the “people first” philosophy. - The most essential components you need to put in place if you want to build a business that can surpass your retirement years. - How your healthcare business can achieve a 6-9% turnover, which is a positive outlier from the industry standard of 25-30%.Episode Resources:- DecisionOne Dental Partners - https://www.decisiononedental.com/Connect with Dr. AJ Acierno:Website - https://www.decisiononedental.com/Twitter - https://twitter.com/d1dental?lang=enLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alan-acierno-55677138Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/decisiononedentalpartners/Instagram - http://instagram.com/decisiononedentalConnect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

No man is an island, that's for sure! If you want your business to reach greater heights, you need the help of people who believe in you and support what you stand for. In this episode of the Chicago Business Review, Young Lee is joined by Darren Schwartz to talk about how far entrepreneurs can go when they work hand in hand with fellow entrepreneurs and business owners. As the CEO of M3Linked, Darren's forte is in developing entrepreneurs into becoming better leaders and helping them scale up their businesses by offering a venue in which they can mingle, brainstorm, and mastermind with their fellow leaders. Find out what philosophy makes up your system which can become a solid foundation for your business. “You need to have a consistent philosophy that you are committed to. You can't agree on strategy until you agree on philosophy.”-Darren Schwartz In This Episode:- The connection and community you need to build so you can scale up your team members from 40 to 800 in 17 months with 3000% revenue.- What the M3 philosophy is all about, what it stands for, and how everyone has their own 3Ms that can make or break their business.- How trackers and measurements have a direct influence on the outcome you are trying to achieve.- The two, key factors that play a big part in what makes people succeed and ways on how to achieve balance on both.- A powerful tool for entrepreneurs that they can leverage on to understand the importance of having like-minded people to mastermind with.Episode Resources:Join the M3 Community - https://www.m3linked.com/joinConnect with Darren Schwartz:Website - https://www.m3linked.com/cpages/homeLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-schwartz-m3linkedchicago/Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

Let's give the year a great jumpstart as we welcome Russ Morgan and Joey Mure into the show. Russ and Joey are the co-founders and co-hosts of Wealth Without Wall Street. Today, they'll share the framework they've been using to help their clients stop waiting till they're 70 before they can live the lifestyle they dream to live. Learn about building passive income streams and making your dollars work instead of you. 2021 is the year when wealth accumulation has no limits and the most precious time you have is the time spent with your family. Tune in and start building wealth - without wall street! “Financial freedom TODAY is much more exciting than this idea being taken out of service at some time in the future.”-Russ Morgan In This Episode:- Why accumulating as much savings as possible for retirement is a TRAP and how NOT to get caught in it- How to live the lifestyle that you're hoping and dreaming to live when you're 70, TODAY- The amazing concept of a “backward bicycle” helps you reset your mindset and creates new pathways for success- How the reticular activating system works when it comes to building a passive income that can fuel your financial breakthrough- The concept of becoming your own banker and getting those dollars to work effectively, the way banks do Episode Resources: - Becoming Your Own Banker: Unlock the Infinite Banking Concept: R. Nelson - https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Your-Own-Banker-Infinite/dp/B001NZO1DSConnect with Russ and Joey:Website - https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-morgan-72595519Instagram - https://instagram.com/wealthwithoutwallstFacebook - https://facebook.com/wealthwithoutwallstreetPodcast - https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/podcastTwitter - http://twitter.com/withoutwallstYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3gPe_2b_SSqnWw-llpE5zwConnect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

The seeds we plant today are the trees that will bear fruit tomorrow. Scott Grzesiak, the Executive Director and Co-Founder of GRIP Outreach for Youth firmly believes that the success of an individual lies in the foundation that was built in his youth. His work revolves around investing in leaders who share the same passion and commitment to helping adolescents grow holistically. They're teaching the youth how to manage their finances, hone their talents, train, and expose them to internship programs where they get a feel of how it's like to work in the real world. If you want to take part in a mission that helps create a better world and better leaders for tomorrow, tune in to learn how. “Whether you're in a ministry or real estate, all of that is part of investing in God's plan.”-Scott Grzesiak In This Episode:- The quick gap between expectation and experience and how to bridge it through works of excellence- Equipping leaders with skills, training, and the right set of values so they can stay firm to their commitment to the youth- How everyone - managers, business owners, tutors, etc - can play an important role in building a strong foundation for the youth- Mapping out a 5-year plan and how these plans have been realigned to the new normal - The ROI in your investment is in the outcome of the young lives you have touched and walked life on life withEpisode Resources: - SLAM high energy sports and team building outreach program is looking for volunteers: https://www.gripyouth.com/get-involved/volunteer/Connect with Scott Grzesiak:Website - https://www.gripyouth.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-grzesiak-7087951Instagram - http://instagram.com/gripyouthFacebook - http://facebook.com/gripyouthTwitter - http://twitter.com/gripyouthConnect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

Do you want to know the secret of having a successful brand that has a massive following and SELLS like crazy? Join Jess Jacobsen in today's episode as she outpours all the strategies she has on her sleeves to help you WIN BIG in the digital world. Jess is the owner and founder of Authentic Influence Media. It's a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs create a kick-ass strategy that builds successful brands in different social media networks. Discover the technique in building your influence, and find the clients who actually BUY and support your brand.“You have a unique solution that only you can deliver. You need to be vocal in social media to reach your ideal clients.”- Jess Jacobsen In This Episode:- How to get good at being vocal in social media platforms when you are starting from the ground- The key thing you need to build for your business especially in this new normal- Understanding your ideal clients by speaking their language- What defines the difference between people who are exceeding expectations in business over those who are not- How turning off some people can turn the right people on and win the clients of your dreams- The foundation of a solid social media strategy you need to establish and sustain with “consistency”- The biggest, most expensive mistake people make when they're trying to grow their social media followers Connect with Jess Jacobsen:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicajacobsenFacebook - https://m.facebook.com/jessjacobsensocial/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jessjacobsen/?hl=enWebsite - https://jessjacobsen.com/ Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

Success is an action word. All those visions and goals need execution and follow-through. Justin Breen joins Young Lee in today's episode to give a special preview of his work, Epic Business. He's the Founder and CEO of BrEpic Communications, a two-time Golden Trumpet winning public relations company. Realize how you're limiting your own potential by adapting the wrong mindset. Learn how to eliminate the noises and pick out the tribe that helps clear your path to greatness. “Success is simple, it's just not easy. You have to put in all the work.”- Justin BreenIn This Episode:- Here's the proven and tested formula for success! - There's a critical difference between revenue and profit. Discover the driving factor for revenue. - The biggest problem people have happens to be the perfect recipe for failure. - 2 major reasons why people are miserable. Who's guilty? - The greatest attribute every entrepreneur should have, and why. - Investment versus cost - why you need to invest in a mentor.Resources:- Epic Business: 30 Secrets to Build Your Business Exponentially and Give You the Freedom to Live the Life You Want! – https://www.amazon.com/Epic-Business-Secrets-Exponentially-Freedom-ebook/dp/B0881ZBNDVConnect with Justin Breen:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinbreen1Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BrEpicBreenTwitter - https://twitter.com/brepicbreenInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/brepicbreen/?hl=enWebsite - https://www.brepicllc.com/ Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

Connect all your interests and use them to make a difference in the world! That's exactly how Rohan Gupta slayed his haters and succeeded on purpose. At 24, he's the CEO of Quillbot, a rapidly developing company with cutting-edge paraphrasing technology. Why he chose the rough path of entrepreneurship instead of practicing his degree is a no brainer! Tune in to find out how you, too, can build a fortune while staying true to your passion. “I love the naysayers! It's so much fun to prove them wrong. They help drive you when it gets tough and you want to give up.”Rohan Gupta In This Episode:- Set on a mission to change the world and raise a whooping 4.25 million dollar seed money for startup!- Why is the roller coaster analogy the best analogy and how does it fuel success? - The biggest indicator of what you should be doing in life, right this moment! - Why do people always chase the wrong things? What should they pursue instead?- What role do naysayers play that is critical for winning and achieving any goal. Connect with Rohan Gupta:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohan-gupta-57a8a2134Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rohan.gupta.12Twitter - https://twitter.com/thequillbotInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/quillbot/Website - https://quillbot.com/ Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

Mike Golden joins us in today's episode to celebrate the bold venture @properties has taken this 2020. Mike is the co-founder and co-CEO of @properties, the 10th largest real estate company in the nation and the #1 real estate firm in the city of Chicago. Find out why they chose this time to launch love throughout the nation and how this move is a win-win case among the broker-owners and agents. If you're looking to grow your real estate business this year, or simply need some love that can go a long way, then this episode is for you! “When the right things happen at the right time, we find the right team and we just go for it!”- Mike Golden In This Episode:- Key considerations that make it the right time to expand and franchise your business.- The BIGGEST factor for a company's overall growth- The difference between people who are succeeding and not succeeding, and which route you should take- Why being the biggest doesn't mean being the BEST and the real measure for success.- The power of culture, building relationships, and creating something people want to be a part of Connect with Mike Golden:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/migoldenFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/mike.golden.7127Twitter - https://twitter.com/propertiesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/atproperties/Website - https://www.atproperties.com/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/AtPropertiesTV@gives - https://www.atproperties.com/atgivesback Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

It's time to flip to the other side of disc jockeys and listen to the stories behind their hustle. Join DJ Flipside as he divulges his unforgettable journey of playing music and monetizing his passion in today's episode with Young Lee. Level up your game, no matter what you do, by building a brand that stands for who you are. Learn what it takes to deserve every opportunity that comes your way, and own it when it comes. “Practice so that when opportunity comes, you can prove why you deserve to be there. Don't worry about getting gigs, worry about getting good.”-DJ Flipside In This Episode:- Amazing money-making activities you can do in social media- The reason behind DJ Flipside's success - and why it works- The sure way to win every opportunity that comes your way- How to attract the people you want to work with and how does branding works- The secret of successful people and where you need to start on your success journey - The best way to start a relationship with people and the foolproof way of keeping them connectedResources:B96 Chicago – https://b96.radio.com/Connect with DJ Flipside:Twitch - https://m.twitch.tv/djflipside33/profileFacebook - https://m.facebook.com/djflipside33/Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/DJFlipsideofficialInstagram - https://instagram.com/djflipside33?igshid=1s6gjtnvryrkrConnect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

If everything we do is done with love, then there can't be anything more meaningful than that. That has been the guiding force that propelled @properties to hit the 10th rank among the country's largest brokerage firms by sales volume. Its co-founder and CEO, Thaddeus Wong, graces today's episode to share some love and valuable insights on how businesses can turn a crisis into opportunities for acceleration. He'll drive us to revisit our company's culture to see how it's showing up in our daily operations, in our employees' engagements, and in the results we're generating. “I believe in relationships first. The more you know someone, the more you can drive them, and the more they want to succeed.”-Thaddeus Wong In This Episode:- The BIGGEST driving force that drives a culture of love- The secret to success that is essential in partnerships- Standardized things that are ironically crucial pieces that need to stand out- The supposed winning strategy that has become the Achilles Heel of most companies today- The third and fourth questions that lead to deeper relationships with as many people as possible- You get what you celebrate, and receive what you give awayEpisode Resources: @properties Blog: https://www.atproperties.com/blog/Connect with Thaddeus Wong:Website - https://www.atproperties.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thaddeuswongYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/user/AtPropertiesTVInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/atproperties/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atpropertiesTwitter - https://twitter.com/properties Connect with Young Lee:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/younglee201Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/yng201

As a lifelong Chicagoan, entrepreneur and real estate broker, I love everything about this city...but the one thing that makes Chicago so great is the amazing people.On this weekly podcast, We want to pull back the curtain and introduce you to some of the sharpest minds in business, education and politics so that you can learn how to scale your business faster and more efficiently and achieve greater success in your professional and personal life!You are going to learn from some of the highest paid experts, entrepreneurs and business leaders about their specific tactics, strategies, and insider tips on leadership, leverage, technology, hiring and building an amazing culture so that you can create the success and the change you've been looking for.I'm Young Lee…. Welcome to the Chicago Business Review.Also, be sure to subscribe, if you haven't already, so every podcast gets sent straight to you and you don't have to go searching for it!See you next week on the Chicago Business Review!