Go With John

How important is it to have effective digital marketing? Special Guest Allen Warren, President of MLO Media and Geophenom, joins John to discuss social media advertising and leveraging technology to help clients gain success through digital marketing! Be sure to tune in and learn how to target and engage the right customers for your business!

Have you ever made a bad decision that nearly costs you everything? Former NFL player Marques Ogden joins John to share his incredible story from making eight figures to $8.25 an hour! Marques turned his pain into passion and is sharing his failures to help others succeed! Don't miss this inspiring success story.

Are you feeling trapped because of financial worries? Don't let it stress you anymore! Tune in for this special episode with Julie Holly; real estate investor, high performance coach, and podcast host who is helping people live the life they want through passive real estate investing. Join John and Julie and discover how to find the motivation to push yourself to the next level in the new year!

In this special episode of the Go With John show, John shares some of the most memorable moments from 2022! Get ready to kick off the new year with some of the best advice from the experts, success stories about overcoming personal and professional challenges and some laughs along the way!

Have you ever considered pursuing a career in Real Estate?  If so, then you don't want to miss this episode of the GWJS! Get the scoop on what it's really like to be a realtor from two of the best agents in the industry; Nancy Willson and Rachel Foster. They discuss everything from the best advice for new agents, finding a good work-life balance and setting boundaries that work for both their clients and families! 

Mauricio Trigo, CEO of Infinity Limo Car Service, joins John to share a true American Success story! Born in Bolivia, South America, Mauricio shares his journey of moving to America and working hard to accomplish his dreams; even while facing challenges and failures that have led to his success today. Don't miss this amazing story!

Go With John as he shares his experiences from the road! John and his family spent 18-months living in a recreational vehicle (RV) and shares the lessons learned along the way. Everything from the biggest misconceptions and challenges to the amazing people he has met while traveling! Tune in for this exciting new episode!

When you're a Real Estate Professional it's very common to get asked questions about what it was like in the beginning, how you balance work and personal life, and how does one become successful? In this unique episode of the Go With John Show we answer those questions and more with host of the show John Jorgenson and his mom Lilian Jorgenson. Both successful Realtors with their own unique recipe to success. Don't miss this episode as well as Part 2 of this series on what it's like to be a Realtor.

Special guest and Happiness Expert, Katie Jefcoat, joins John for an incredible new episode of the Go With John Show! John and Katie discuss how you can achieve happiness and success in your new home. Whether you're building or buying, it's always easy to consider where you will put your things in your new home; but do you ever think about how you're going to live in that space? Tune in and get brilliant tips for how to set up for success in your new space!

Go With John as he sits down for an in-depth conversation with Michael Schnitzer, President of Stanley Martin Custom Homes! John and Mike discuss current building trends, the customer experience, pricing stability in an ever-changing market, and a new incentive for Stanley Martin Custom Homes customers. Tune in for this information packed episode! And don't miss the opportunity to get your FREE Rec Room!

Long and Foster's Top Producing Agent, Lilian Jorgenson, joins John to give her expert advice on listing your home and fielding offers! Today's housing market is unique and Lilian provides an update on the current market and what we can expect moving forward; as well some key strategies to use to prevent delay when you're selling your home.  John and Lilian also share some memorable highlights from a recent trip to Denmark! Tune in for this informative episode!

Special Guest Sam Wolbert, President and CEO of Animal Welfare League of Arlington, joins John to talk about PETS! Sam shares his expert advice on all the things you should consider when moving or building a new home with pets. You'll enjoy some unique stories that Sam has encountered as well! From giving your pets a unique and safe space to keeping pets safe during your move, you don't want to miss this exciting new episode!

Having a hard time deciding which floor plan is right for you? Tune in for this special episode featuring Michael Schnitzer, President of Stanley Martin Custom Homes. John and Mike discuss how to look at floorplans and decide what is right for you and your family. There are so many things to consider, let the experts help you figure out what works for you! If you're considering building a new home; don't miss this special episode!

Join John as he speaks with top producing and award winning agent, Lilian Jorgenson.  Lilian shares her wealth of knowledge on fielding offers, contracts and contingencies, appraisals and home inspections, and much more.  Whether you are a current or future homeowner, buyer or seller, you won't want to miss this episode!

Rob Moore from Beltway Pools joins John to chat about the hottest topic of the season, pools! Rob shares some important tips if you're trying to decide on installing or renovating a pool; the difference between fresh and salt water pools; and hiring the right contractor to get the job done successfully! Tune in for this special new episode just in time for summer!

Interior design isn't a luxury, it's a necessity! Tune in for this special episode featuring Soraya Tamaddon, Owner of Design and Staging Group in Leesburg VA. John and Soraya chat about the importance of having a clean and organized home and the positive effects it has on your mood and mindset. Don't miss this amazing new episode!

Change in Your Plans? Have you decided on a change in the middle of building your home? Have you considered the impacts of those changes? Join the experts from Stanley Martin Custom Homes, Michael Schnitzer, President Stanley Martin Custom Homes; Pat Kearns, VP of construction; Brian McGranahan, Project Manager, as they explain change orders, how they work, and what to expect if you have changes in your home plans while it is under construction. If you're currently building your home or even considering it; don't miss this special episode!

Join our Host, John Jorgenson, as he takes a look back at our first 49 episodes!  You'll enjoy the highlights of some of our favorite shows as John shares his gratitude for our amazing guests and supporters of the show.  John recounts the story of how the show started and how it has evolved, and shares his vision for what's to come.  Don't miss this special episode of the Go With John Show!

John sits down with John Esposito for an intriguing conversation covering everything from diamonds to motorcycles! John Esposito is the Owner of Personal Touch Jewelers and has been in the industry for over 50 years! He also shares a wealth of knowledge on one of his other biggest passions-motorcycles. Tune in for this roaring new episode and learn all about Bikes and Breakfast!

John welcomes Chris, Brian, and Christopher Gepford to the Go With John Show! Learn how Pro Mow started as a one-man operation that has flourished into the successful lawn care company it is today! Chris shares his success story with two of his partners by his side, his sons, Brian and Christopher. While the three have different interests outside of work, they share one very common goal: to ensure the future of their companies and the ultimate satisfaction of their clients.  Tune in for this awesome story about a family and the businesses they continue to build together!  

Teresa Schudel joins John to discuss how to simplify an otherwise complicated subject.... easements! Teresa is a Virginia Attorney and Regional Director of RGS Title Company and specializes in residential and commercial real estate settlements. Teresa explains the importance of doing your homework and obtaining a full title report on your property before you make the final move. Tune in for this informative new episode!

Ray Greenstreet joins John in this exciting new episode just in time for Spring! Ray is the Owner and President of Greenstreet Growers/Greenstreet Gardens and has three different locations throughout Northern Virginia and Maryland. Ray shares a wealth of knowledge from the gardening industry, the latest technology, tips for getting your family involved with gardening and the amazing health benefits of having plants in your home and life. Don't miss this exciting new episode!

Go With John as he has an engaging conversation with C. Lee Cawley, Owner of Simplify You, Organizational Expert and Educator. C. Lee shares where she focuses her energy when she is working with clients and the importance of “Move In Perfection” moving people in the right way, right away. Don't miss this exciting new episode!

Join us for this special episode featuring Jerry Berry, Executive Vice President at First Heritage Mortgage and Preferred Lender for Stanley Martin Custom Homes. Jerry walks you through the construction to permanent loan process and gives helpful tips on what to expect during the construction loan period. Jerry also addresses what every new home buyer really wants to know about.... interest rates! With the current market, higher rates are coming soon! Tune in and learn how Jerry can help you lock in your interest rates now! You don't want to miss this informative episode!

Let Lilian walk you through the process of selling your home and getting the most profit from the sale! Lilian Jorgenson is one of the Top Producing Agents with Long and Foster Real Estate and recognized as Washingtonian's Best Top Real Estate Agent for the past seven years! In this special episode, John and Lilian sit down to discuss in detail the steps required to prepare and list your home for the most successful sale in the shortest time possible. 

In this special episode, John and Mike Schnitzer, President of Stanley Martin Custom Homes, sit down to discuss the challenges with supply chain and the impacts this has on the building industry. Find out how Stanley Martin Custom Homes is responding to these challenges with transparency. Mike shares important processes that have been implemented to navigate these challenges and still provide the best customer experience possible while building your dream home! This is a great follow up conversation to episode 26 in case you missed it!   

Go With John as he chats with Patrick Bain! Patrick serves as the President of the Property Services Group, Long and Foster Companies; and discusses the roles and responsibilities of each division and how they uniquely work together. He also shares the story behind his success and the importance of human interaction in the workplace. Don't miss this exciting new episode!

Go With John into the new year as he chats with Bill Orrence, Project Manager at Stanley Martin Custom Homes. In this episode, Bill shares his passion for building and how he became a custom home builder. Bill also discusses the importance of effective communication with the homeowners and why he values his relationships with his clients; and even shares some innovative ideas that clients have implemented in past builds! Don't miss it!

Go With John as he chats with Daniel Aminoff– Branch Manager at Citizens One, as well as a Preferred Lender for Stanley Martin Custom Homes. In this episode, Dan offers his perspective on what success means to him and the importance of communication throughout the loan process. John and Dan also discuss how the construction to permanent loan process works and give advice and tips for new home buyers. 

John sits down with Tim Brassfield, Pat Kearns and Mike Schnitzer to discuss new home orientation and your new home warranty process for all Stanley Martin Custom Homes. This discussion is a great follow up to episode 30 on the importance of weekly meetings; the next milestone in the process is your new home orientation! This is an informative episode that you don't want to miss!

John brings the heat in this explosive episode of the Go With John Show! John sits down with Rachel Foster, Head Managing Broker for Long & Foster Real Estate (McLean) as well as Larry “Boomer" Foster. John, Rachel and Boomer discuss welcoming Rachel back to McLean and what responsibilities Rachel will be fulfilling in the office. Rachel shares what she believes makes the work environment unique and why collaboration is so important in the workplace. You also get to hear first hand stories about childhood in the Foster Home. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

John sits down with the COO of Prosperity Home Mortgage Justin Messer, Justin has incredible knowledge of the mortgage world and has great energy when discussing his passions. Even if you have no knowledge of how the business works prior, this episode will leave you with some great insight.

Some of our most popular episodes are our discussions regarding building a home and this one is full of information! John sits down with President of Stanley Martin Custom Homes, Michael Schnitzer and Project Managers Brian McGranahan, and Pat Kearns about starting construction and change orders. Enjoy!

In another special episode of the Go With John show, John shares some excellent business tips from some of the sharpest minds from the first 30 episodes of the show! Sit back, relax, and soak up some great insight featured on the Go With John show!

In this episode, John sits down with Cheryl Freeman & Lee Gigliotti of Trashaway Inc, a female owned trash and recycling services company. Cheryl and Lee discuss the history of the company, it's success, and it's future. Cheryl is also a mortgage lender and shares some insight on the lending business. Don't miss this interesting and informative episode!

In this special episode of the Go With John show, John shares some of his favorite funny moments from the first 30 episodes of the show! Sit back, relax, and laugh in this hilarious edition of the Go With John show!

In this very special episode John sits down with the Chairman and former CEO of Burke & Herbert Bank Hunt Burke. Mr. Burke discusses what it's like to run a large bank like Burke & Herbert, what life was like growing up in the Burke family, and some of the important lessons he learned along the way. Hunt shares some interesting early history, stories about his father, and what he likes to do for fun, you don't want to miss this one!

Back by popular demand, John talks to two of Stanley Martin Custom Home's Project Managers, Pat Kearns, and Brian McGranahan, as well as President of SMCH, Michael Schnitzer. They discuss what it means to be a project manager, go into more detail about the process, and discuss the weekly meetings.

Doctor Shalini Kaneriya takes John on an engaging conversation revolving mostly around what it's like to be a doctor as well as how she ended up starting her own practice. Dr. Kaneriya also shares some insight on how she got to where she is now and some advice from the road.  

John and Tim Wilson of Prosperity Home Mortgage discuss some interesting topics such as home loans, diversity and inclusion in the real estate business, and growing up with 12 siblings in a small town in Kansas. This episode is full of great insights and stories from Tim.

John Tomasello from Burke and Herbert bank discusses what is trending in lending! What do you need to know about obtaining a mortgage today? He shares his tips about how to get your credit score where it needs to be, what to do if you are self-employed, and much more. Burke & Herbert Bank was founded in 1852, John shares stories about the bank and what keeps it thriving!

Michael Schnitzer, President of Stanley Martin Custom Homes, returns to the Go With John show to discuss how the pandemic has affected the home building industry. COVID-19 has produced a huge surge in homebuilding, and a huge deficit in building materials, lumber in particular. Due to the limited supply, lumber prices have skyrocketed. Supply is down, and building demand is up, way up.  How is Stanley Martin Custom Homes dealing with the crisis? Get an update from Mike as he shares with John if this is the “new normal,” what we can expect down the road, and some good news to look forward to! If you are considering building a home, this is a don't miss episode.  Be sure to tune in via YouTube for visuals!

Doug Kay joins John to share his journey from being a JAG officer in the Navy to working as an attorney in the Fairfax county area, and in particular his involvement in the Fairfax county civilian board panel. In light of George Floyd's murder and the police officer investigation, this is a relevant topic today. Find out how the civilian board panel reviews citizen complaints about officers' behavior, how the board pinpoints police procedure issues, and the results of how each complaint being individually investigated have made a difference in their community.

John Jorgenson has been selling homes for nearly 15 years, helping people make their dream home a reality. In this episode, John shares tips and tricks for the first-time homebuyer and some insight for those who have been through the home buying process several times.  Whether you are a seasoned buyer or a first-time homebuyer – this is a don't miss episode! 

Jeff Detwiler, CEO of Long & Foster, returns to the Go With John show to share upcoming growth plans of the Long & Foster companies. Jeff and John also discuss what's trending in the real estate market and where the market is heading. 

The issues of stress, anxiety, and managing our lives are complicated enough, but when faced with a pandemic, it's even more challenging! Simple communication between family and co-workers has changed dramatically. So, what do we do? Go With John as he speaks with Mimi Weisberg, Clinical Social Worker, about how to communicate effectively, deal with stress and anxiety, and how to prepare for the eventual “new normal.” Mimi also shares her passion for the Safe Community Coalition organization.

Michael Schnitzer, President of Stanley Martin Custom Homes, returns to the Go With John show to discuss his business success in the building and engineering industry. We are reminded throughout the interview of his passion for history. Take a journey through his amazing career and through time as he shares his tips of the trade and tidbits about history.

Patrick Readyhough, the owner of Pond Roofing, discusses his life experiences as a long-time entrepreneur. He shares his passion for customer service and his perspective about how customers can either make or break your business. Learn from Patrick the importance of processes when building your business and much more.

Jeff Detwiler, CEO of Long & Foster, sits down with John and shares his stories and experiences spreading over 35 years in the finance industry. After the first anniversary of Covid-19, Jeff and John also delve into how being a CEO during the pandemic presented its challenges and how Jeff was not only able to stay afloat but grow the Long & Foster business over that past year. Plus, a touching tribute and storytelling session about now-retired Wess Foster, founder of Long & Foster. Don't miss the upcoming episode.

Jimmy Lange, retired pro boxer, shares some amazing stories about his experiences both in and outside the ring. Jimmy talks about his toughest fights, starring in the hit TV show “The Contender” and life after boxing. He's now a father, motivational speaker, and a mentor helping youths find their way. Don't miss this amazing episode of the Go With John show.

Mike Thornburg, the owner of Emblemax, joins the Go With John show to share his journey as an entrepreneur. He discusses the challenges of being a small business owner faced with always chasing the urgent and finding the time to scale a company. Learn from his experience  how to grow your business without being hampered.