SWFL Business Podcast

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guest is Dan DiVincenzo from RWA.In this episode, Dan explains how RWA works with customers on construction projects, all the way from the design phase to the closeout phase.He dives into how new developments affect water pressure for existing homes, as well as why traffic is more concentrated in certain areas of SWFL due to the way the roads are built.Visit RWA's website: https://www.consult-rwa.comShow RWA some love on Instagram @rwainc_swflShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guests are Connery Schiebel and Jenifer Kempka from Universal Contracting & Solar.In this episode, Connery and Jen dive into the world of roofing and contracting, and the impact of Hurricane Ian on those industries. They outline some of the different kinds of roofs, as well as what people can expect when buying a new roof.They put together a guide on what consumers need to know before getting a new roof: https://www.ucroof.net/optin1678906434007Visit Universal Contracting's website: https://www.ucroof.comShow Universal Contracting some love on Instagram @ucroofShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guest is Sergio DeCesare from Max Business Profits.In this episode, Sergio explains how business owners can increase the value of their businesses and sell them for additional value. He elaborates on how having a company product allows business owners to charge a higher ticket price.Sergio is a certified business coach & exit planner; he co-authored an Amazon bestselling book titled, "Business Leader Success: An Introduction to Elite Business Leaders".Visit Max Business Profits' website: https://maxbusinessprofits.comConnect with Sergio on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergiodecesare/Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guest is Bryce Lawrence from Vanguard Partners.In this episode, Bryce dives into how he helps business owners manage their cash flow and get to where they want to be. Specifically, he outlines how business owners should go about managing their invoices and profits to account for the future.I highly recommend contractors and business owners to watch this episode; I learned a lot about the value of vision meetings and staying on the same page with the company.Visit Vanguard Partners' website: https://www.discovervanguard.comShow Vanguard Partners some love on Instagram: @vanguard_partnersShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guests are Angie Parker and Dre Sanchez from Local Real Estate.In this episode, Angie and Dre dive into the recent craziness within the real estate market, the impact it has had on new realtors, and where the market is going.If you're a new realtor, or you're just getting into real estate, I highly recommend you watch this episode. Local Real Estate offers their new realtors specialized training courses, as well as an experienced team to learn from and grow with.Visit Local Real Estate's website: https://www.livelocalre.comShow Local Real Estate some love on Instagram: @livelocalreShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guest is Joe Nugent from Joe the Home Pro.In this episode, Joe talks about the value in growing his company with the right people; specifically, he explains why it's important to prioritize good customer service over business growth. His company has a 2 hour turnaround time on reports following home inspections, which helps insurance agencies & realtors with getting through the process of buying / selling a home.Visit Joe the Home Pro's website: https://www.joethehomepro.comShow Secure Staffing some love on Instagram: @joethehomeproShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guests are Cassie Schultz and Kelly Reyes from Secure Staffing.In this episode, Cassie and Kelly dive into how Secure Staffing works with candidates and businesses to create long-term employment solutions. They have recruiters who work with the candidates every day to better understand their situations. Secure Staffing also handles the employee management side, taking the stress of payroll management and employee benefits off of the business owner's plate. I hope you find this interview as informative as I did. Let me know what you think.Visit Secure Staffing's website: http://securestaffing.netShow Secure Staffing some love on Instagram: @securestaffingllcShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guests are Charlie Lomangino and Tony Badala from Southwest Waste.In this episode, Charlie and Tony dive into how Southwest Waste helps contractors meet their required recycling percentages, their work during the Hurricane, and how their expansion has led to the creation of hundreds of jobs in the SWFL area. Southwest Waste has a location in Fort Myers where they allow people to come in and tour the facility.I hope you find this interview as informative as I did. Let me know what you think.Visit Southwest Waste's website: https://southwestwastefl.comShow Southwest Waste some love on Instagram: @swwasteflShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guest is Brandon Box from Cogent Bank.In this episode, Brandon dives into how Cogent Bank differs from a traditional bank. Because Cogent is a smaller bank, clients get to know their bankers and support staff; this makes it easier to get access to real help and support. Despite being a smaller bank, Cogent stays up to date on the latest technology; they process payments using Blockchain, allowing people to transfer money 24/7.I hope you find this interview as informative as I did. Let me know what you think.Visit Cogent Bank's website: https://cogentbank.comShow Cogent Bank some love on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CogentBank/Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading.Today's guests are Bill Moore and Samantha McEnhill from LiveBlue.In this episode, Bill and Sam outline the difficulty of maintaining an asset like a boat, the struggles of buying and selling a boat, and how they work with boat owners of all experience levels to protect their assets. I hope you find this interview as informative as I did. Let me know what you think.Visit LiveBlue's website: https://liveblue.lifeShow LiveBlue some love on Instagram @livebluemarineShow us some love on Instagram @swflpodcastsListen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1FListen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufIWatch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3gWant to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-introLike what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"When someone calls me, they're going to get an answer. When someone emails, one of my team members is going to respond." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Jen Cail from Medrano and Cail Bookkeeping. In this episode, Jen talks about how she got started with bookkeeping, networking with local bookkeepers before stepping into the industry. Her company, Medrano and Cail Bookkeeping, takes a personalized approach to bookkeeping, helping their clients manage their finances and business structure, as well as making projections and planning for the future. It's interesting to hear about Jen's past work in law enforcement, and how she uses that experience to keep her clients out of legal trouble. I hope you find this interview as informative as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Medrano and Cail's website: https://medranoandcail.com (https://medranoandcail.com) Show Medrano and Cail some love on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/medranoandcail/?hl=en (@medranoandcail) Show us some love on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/swflpodcasts/ (@swflpodcasts) Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"If you're looking to get in shape and do training the right way, CTP, that's where everybody's going." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Anthony Tumbarello from CTP. In this episode, Anthony walks us through how he got started as a personal trainer for LA Fitness, before transitioning to a sports performance facility. He talks about the first time he opened his own gym, the mistakes he made in the past, and how these mistakes serve as the guidelines for his business plans. I learned a lot from listening to Anthony talk about his mindset; pay attention and take note of his persistence. I hope you find this interview as informative as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit CTP's website: https://www.ctpswfl.com (https://www.ctpswfl.com) Show CTP some love on Instagram @ctpswfl Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"My sales pitch is, 'This is what we can do for your house, and this is how we can do it for your house.'" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guests are John and Sarah Huffman from Huffman's Construction. In this episode, the Huffmans discuss their backgrounds in construction and real estate, as well as their faith-based business approach. John goes over the importance of understanding your trade, knowing where something could go wrong, and being able to explain it to clients. They talk about the importance of giving back to your community, as well as their plans for what they would do with $1,000,000. I hope you find this interview as informative as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Huffman's Construction's website: https://naplesconstruction.net (https://naplesconstruction.net) Show Huffman's Construction some love on Instagram @huffmans_construction_group Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"It's not really about me, it's about them. Just seeing them when they're emotional, and they're so happy, and just see how their whole lives changed throughout the process." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Destiny Perez from Naples Aesthetician. In this episode, Destiny goes over the different kinds of skin damage, the importance of at-home skincare, and how her treatment plans are customized to everybody's individual needs. She talks about her goals as an aesthetician, and how emotional it can be for someone to see the treatment results. Destiny has a background in finance and tax management, which she uses to help other aestheticians better manage their cashflow and improve stability within their business models. I hope you find this interview as valuable as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Naples Aesthetician's website: https://beauteousaesthetics.com (https://beauteousaesthetics.com) Show Melissa some love on Instagram @thenaplesaesthetician Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"Sometimes people don't have that cheerleader behind them... that person saying, 'Yeah, you can do that.'" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Melissa Severance from Inspire Big Dreams. In this episode, we discuss the importance of practicing mindfulness, the primary causes of burnout, and how Melissa is working with individuals and employers alike to create and maintain healthy work environments.   Melissa has a lot of administrative experience due to her background working in HR. She uses this to coach administrators on how they can communicate better with their employees to reach their workplace goals. Melissa also offers coaching for individuals, helping people to find out what's holding them back and what they're really passionate about. I hope you find this interview as valuable as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Inspire Big Dreams' website: https://www.inspirebigdreams.com (https://www.inspirebigdreams.com) Show Melissa some love on Instagram @mseverance Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"That's what we really focus on... that customer obsession." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Brennen Seaman from Detailers of Naples. In this episode, Brennen speaks on what it takes to grow a business, identifying gaps in the market, and the importance of client satisfaction. He talks about the opportunities that dealerships have by selling high quality, high ticket detailing services, and how prioritizing satisfied customers led his company to become the preferred detailer for Ferrari and Porsche of Naples. This interview gave me a lot of insight into how important it is to focus on your clientele. I thought it was really interesting how building connections with the local dealerships allowed him to transition from working in his business, to working on his business. I hope you find this interview as beneficial as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Detailers of Naples' website: https://detailersofnaples.com (https://detailersofnaples.com) Show them some love on Instagram @detailersofnaples Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"What you're ultimately trying to do for somebody is say, 'Can I save you money?'" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Chris Franzino from Paynada. Chris takes a different approach when it comes to payment processing, working directly with business owners to help them understand exactly where they're spending money on credit card fees. Chris has a background in enterprise software implementation, and uses this as a way to guide business owners through the implementation process, as well as offer continued support as long time customers. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-franzino-12165613/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-franzino-12165613/) Visit Paynada's website: https://youpaynada.com (https://youpaynada.com) Show them some love on Instagram @youpaynada Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"We can offer benefits to employees not participating in traditional health insurance, at a fraction of the cost." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Albert Arguelles from Nuesana Health & Wellness. Nuesana's approach to medicine caught my eye right away, especially since their concierge service comes to you or your business directly, but after speaking with Albert initially, I see huge opportunities for local businesses to save tons of money on traditional health insurance each month. We dive into how Nuesana got started, their unique approach to providing affordable and high-quality medical services, and how they work with local business owners to save money, improve employee retention, and reduce costs. I'm excited to see this business grow. Visit Nuesana's website: https://nuesana.com (https://nuesana.com) Show them some love on Instagram @nuesanahealth Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"The beauty of authentic branding is that you don't have to act" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Malike Adigun for Curate Entertainment. In this episode, Malike dives into what it takes to run a business, how to cultivate the right brand image, some of the pitfalls you need to avoid as you scale, and how the business is bigger than you and how to change your philosophy and mindset to reflect that. This was such a great interview, and I hope you can feel the energy Malike brings to everything he does. He knows so much about business and I'm glad I got to pick his brain and find out what makes Malike and his business, special. I hope you find this interview as engaging as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Curate Entertainment's website: https://www.curateentertainment.com (https://www.curateentertainment.com) Show them some love on Instagram @curate_entertainment and Facebook @curateentertainment Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"I would joke with my parents that I do 90% of the video production at a video production company"  Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's episode is a little different because I will be interviewing my summer intern, Sean Durkin. In this episode, Sean and I discuss knowing your worth and the value you bring, going with the flow, learning and evolving together, and what Sean got out of this experience. At first I didn't know if I needed an intern, but Sean has been such a great help, and I wouldn't have been able to grow the business without him. The time he afforded me was priceless because I could go out and sell, and I can't thank him enough for that. He was my first employee and I'd like to think that I learned as much from him as he did from me. I hope you find this interview as interesting as I did. Let me know what you think. Connect with Sean on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-durkin-4b701118a/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-durkin-4b701118a/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"Nobody's helping me but I'm gonna help you" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Keri Johnson for Keri Johnson Photography. In this episode Keri and I talk about how she wants to help people, to focus on the positive, everyone has a gift, and how value and self-worth should not be tied to money. It was really interesting to learn about how this business started and the fact that it was all self-taught is even more inspiring. Also, learning more about manifesting and how the universe aligns with your vibrations was eye-opening to me.  I hope you find this interview as fascinating as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Keri's website: https://kerijohnson.com/ (https://kerijohnson.com)  Show them some love on Instagram and Facebook @kerijohnsonphotography Connect with Keri on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keri-johnson-2356a922/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keri-johnson-2356a922/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"If the person with the least experience is getting better that means everyone is" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guests are Josh Frye and Brian Cathell from The Grounds. In this episode, we dive into the story of why The Grounds got started, how the adversity inside the gym can prepare you for the adversity outside of it, and their student mentality and constantly evolving.  I have been going to The Grounds for a while now and I'm glad they could join me on the podcast so they could share some things about their business, like the culture they are cultivating and some of the hidden benefits of practicing martial arts.  I hope you find this interview as valuable as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit The Grounds' website: https://traininggroundsma.com/ (https://traininggroundsma.com)  Show them some love on Instagram and Facebook @tgroundsmma Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"If you're not growing, you're slowly dying” Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Frances McGinley from Frances Scissor Hands. In this episode, we talk about everything that goes into running and growing a barber shop, the value of continued education, and how she wants to help people. Frances is a friend of mine, and if you need a haircut or want someone to talk to, reach out to her. I'm sure she'll be more than happy to help you. I hope you find this interview as beneficial as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Frances Scissor Hands' website: https://francesscissorhandsbarbershop.square.site (https://francesscissorhandsbarbershop.square.site) Show them some love on Instagram @francesscissorhandsbarbershop  Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"The whole point is to tell more stories.” Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Greg Dodge from Naples City Lifestyle. In this episode, we talk about how he creates value and a competitive advantage for businesses, creating an inclusive environment, and some of the advantages of print. It was great to talk to someone with so much experience and how he used that experience to help him on this new endeavor. If you are in Naples or the SWFL area reach out to Greg. He is a great resource and can connect you with a lot of people, like he did with me. I hope you find this interview as beneficial as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Naples City Lifestyle's website: https://citylifestyle.com/naples (https://citylifestyle.com/naples) Show them some love on Instagram and Facebook @napleslifestylemag Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"I want to be the Budweiser of kratom.” Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Dallas Vasquez from Mitra 9. In this episode, we dive into an overview of Mitra 9, kava, and kratom; the landscape of the industry in Florida vs. the rest of the US; breaking $1 million in sales in the first year; and where the business goes from here. If you want to learn more about the benefits and misconceptions of kava and kratom, this is a great episode to check out. It was fascinating to speak with someone from within this rapidly expanding industry about where he sees it going. I hope you find this interview as interesting and valuable as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Mitra 9's website: https://mitra-9.com (https://mitra-9.com) Show them some love on Instagram @mitra9brands Connect with Dallas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dallas-vasquez-748b7192/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dallas-vasquez-748b7192/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"I want to talk to real business owners that are going through the process of evolving.” Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today I have the honor of being the guest on the show. In this episode, I share who I want to be guests on the podcast, and why I don't charge for the platform. I also talk about how the podcast has helped my business, from cold call reversal to evolving my business. I want to be a guidepost for how to successfully use a podcast, so you know what you are getting into and the value it can bring to your business. I hope you find this information beneficial. Let me know your thoughts and I would appreciate any feedback you have. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"What do you do that nobody else does?” Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Jake Bruni from Top-Level Cabinetry and Level-Line Installations. In this episode, we dive into the transition from his previous company to his current one, how he took a different approach with that company, what new opportunities he saw, and how he's planning to grow. I'm glad I had this opportunity to ask Jake about how he defines branding and why that's important to him. The way he described it made it engaging to learn about, and it was interesting to see how he views it. Jake enjoys helping new entrepreneurs, like myself, and his insights were greatly appreciated. I hope you find this interview as valuable as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit Top-Level's website: https://top-level.us/ (https://top-level.us/) Visit Level-Line Installations's website: https://levellinecabinetry.com/ (https://levellinecabinetry.com/) Show them some love on Instagram @toplevelcabinetry Connect with Jake on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-bruni-a4273514a (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-bruni-a4273514a) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"I think there's a lot of power in bringing that digital audience into the physical experience. It's really cool." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guests are Eddie Kopp and Alex Casement from Sugarshack Inc. I've been a fan of Sugarshack Sessions for a long time now, and they've done an incredible amount of work to highlight my favorite reggae bands over the years. It's been awesome to watch their channel grow, and after having this conversation, I'm excited to see where it goes from here. We dive into the origins of Sugarshack, their vision for the future of the company, and the work they do on a consistent basis to make it all possible. If you're an entrepreneur in the creative space who wants to fund their own passion projects, whether in videography, music, art, etc., check this episode out. There is no single path to success in this field, and you're not limited to the two "traditional" options: either be a starving artist who's all-consumed at the expense of all else, or give it up entirely for a normal life. There is a path to that success, and the Sugarshack team is a great example. Visit Sugarshack's website: https://www.sugarshackinc.com/ (https://www.sugarshackinc.com/) Visit the Sugarshack Sessions website: https://www.sugarshacksessions.com/ (https://www.sugarshacksessions.com/) Check out the Sugarshack Sessions YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/SugarshackMusicChannel (https://www.youtube.com/c/SugarshackMusicChannel) Show them some love on Instagram @sugarshacksessions Connect with Eddie and Alex on Instagram @fiveohfilms and @alex.casement Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"What problems can I solve for you?" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Bill Daubmann from MY Shower Door, D3 Glass, and MY Architectural Glass. I'm glad I had this opportunity to ask Bill about what it takes to start, grow, and evolve a business over the course of 30 years. As a new entrepreneur myself, his insights were extremely valuable, and I already have a list of items that I plan on taking back and applying to my own business. In this episode, we dive into the story of how MY Shower Door got started, Bill's view on creating a sustainable business, the reasons why most small businesses fail, and the benefit of being the first to market and consistently raising the bar. I hope you find this interview as valuable as I did. Let me know what you think. Visit MY Shower Door's website: https://myshowerdoor.com/ (https://myshowerdoor.com/) Visit D3 Glass's website: https://d3glass.com/ (https://d3glass.com/) Visit MY Architectural Glass's website: https://myarchitecturalglass.com/ (https://myarchitecturalglass.com/) Show them some love on Instagram @myshowerdoor and @myarchitecturalglass Connect with Bill on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billdaubmann/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/billdaubmann/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"In a way, this podcast has become like an MBA for me." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's episode is a bit different: I'm the guest. While reviewing interviews with 13 business owners over the past three months from a variety of industries, I realized something: I've been given golden advice over a dozen times from people who live it every day, and I've been steadily applying their lessons to my own business. So for this episode, I want to share some of the lessons I've learned so far. I've listed the timestamps below to guide you to the guest you'd like to learn from, and the main gist of the lesson that I learned. I would love your feedback on this episode. It helped me recap some of the lessons I've learned, and I'm curious to know if it did the same (or anything) for you. 7:14 - Keith Daubmann: Ep 2 - Importance of highlighting other businesses on social media - Using his platform to secure raw materials 12:40 - Oscar Zumaran: Ep 1 - Where I learned to ask questions that help my guests highlight the value they deliver to their customers - What challenges do their customers face and how do they help solve them? 15:10 - Inceptus: Ep 10 - 81% of ransomware attack victims get targeted again - Hacker groups sell info to other hacker groups 21:01 - Bryan Durkin: Ep 7 - Challenged my limiting beliefs - I don't need to be the person to do everything in my business: teams require you to build systems - Got me an intern 27:23 - Emily Konopasek: Ep 6 - Rental properties are a good way to build wealth over time while bringing in revenue on those properties - Learn from your successful clients - A podcast is a great way for future clients to get a feel for who you are and decide if they want to work with you 33:00 - Melanie Wilson: Ep 8 - You can take the things you've struggled with and use that to bring value to others - Melanie knows who her ideal client is because she's been in their shoes - I apply this same idea when it comes to content creation 38:01 - Greg Heine: Ep 9 - Listen to this episode if you're a SaaS sales rep - His understanding of the customers' pain and how his system can relieve it is something to study and emulate - His ability to connect with prospects and explain value like this has helped me in my own sales process and whenever I implement his style, I notice a huge increase in revenue 40:17 - Chris Tel Construction: Ep 11 - Fort Myers Beach project was complex, but their approach made it possible - Views on taking care of customers, and who the customer is - Views on training employees, teaching skills, and what attitude they require from employees - Applying this as I grow my business: I was a bit selfish, and this changed my perspective 45:32 - Matt Barnhart: Ep 13 - Do an excellent job and make it memorable for your customers - Meet your customers where they're at so they can grow, and you can grow with them - I spent a lot of time thinking about what I wasn't willing to do: this changed the way I view time - Shifted recently to all conversations being “not only can I do this, but I'll also help with the implementation”, etc. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit...

"Those three words just resonated with me for some reason... 'A Level Above'." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Matt Barnhart from Amp Shots Media. Kicking it off with a recap of a badass helicopter video shoot, we dive into the story of how Amp Shots Media got started: from a photography hobby and a love of cars, all the way to what the company is now - a full-scale production company serving businesses in over 6 major industries. If you're an entrepreneur in the creative space, you won't want to miss this one. There are countless videographers and photographers in the market, but there are a few key things that Matt discusses that can make the difference between customers reaching out to you vs. anybody in your profession. It was a pleasure speaking with Matt, and I hope you enjoy this episode. Visit Amp Shot's website to learn more and work together: https://www.ampshots.io/ (https://www.ampshots.io/) Show them some love on Instagram @ampshotsmedia Connect with Matt on Instagram @paidcreator Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"If you have the option to diversify the way you get paid from your skill set, why not?" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guests are Ashley King and Brett Palladino from Jobrox. We've all heard of freelancing platforms like Fiverr and Upwork, but Jobrox is the first freelancing platform that lets its users get paid in cryptocurrency. Ashley has been running successful businesses in real estate, investing, and logistics for years, and recently partnered with Brett, who's company FieldForce Systems focuses on solving issues for customers in the IT space. Brett and I became friends a few months back, and I've learned more from him about cryptocurrency, NFTs, and Web3 than anyone I know. He's a wealth of knowledge on this topic, and I'm glad to share Ashley and Brett's insights on crypto, why it's important, and where it's heading. Learn more about Jobrox and sign up to be a freelancer here: https://jobrox.com (https://jobrox.com) Connect with Brett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-palladino-b831a522a/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-palladino-b831a522a/) Learn more about their other project, NFT Minds: https://nftminds.co/ (https://nftminds.co/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Connect with Chris on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/) Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"We can only teach you one thing... skills. You have to bring everything else to us. You have to bring the integrity. You have to bring the honesty..." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guests are Molly Scott and Howard Wheeler, II from Chris-Tel Construction. It was fascinating to learn about their approach to the recent road construction project on Fort Myers Beach, and after diving into their philosophy on project management, employee development, and customer service, it's no surprise that they completed the project years ahead of schedule. Chris-Tel has been in business for over 30 years, and with offices in Ft Myers and the Florida Keys, they allow their PMs and employees to work jobs that let them stay local and avoid the frustrations that come with leaving your family for 6, 12, or 18 months at a time. Chris-Tel is currently hiring, so reach out to their team to learn more. Learn more about Chris-Tel and apply for a position: https://christelconstruction.com/ (https://christelconstruction.com/) Connect with Molly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollyscott/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollyscott/) Connect with Howard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howard-wheeler-jr-5536712a/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/howard-wheeler-jr-5536712a/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Connect with Chris on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/) Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"The temptation is to think the cost of ransomware as 'What's the ransom? How much do I have to pay?' That's just a fraction of it." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guests are John Schlager (CEO) and Lee Noriega (COO) of Inceptus, and Sam Curry (CSO) of Cybereason. Do you know what ransomware is? You may have heard it in the news, especially when a major company like Target is attacked. Maybe a company in your industry had their data held for ransom. Maybe your company. Either way, the cost of a ransomware attack goes deeper than you think. We're joined by John, Lee, and Sam to discuss the unconsidered impacts of ransomware attacks on your business, the methods attackers use to breach systems, and a "zero trust" or "least trust" approach to defending yourself and mitigating the risks of cyber attacks on your business. Implementing these practices comes from the C-suite. Listen to how they reframe the conversation around cybersecurity in a way that executives can understand: risk mitigation. Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Connect with Sam on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/currysam/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/currysam/) Learn more about the work Cybereason is doing by visiting https://www.cybereason.com/ (https://www.cybereason.com/) Connect with John on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/schlagej/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/schlagej/) Connect with Lee on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lnoriega/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lnoriega/) Learn more about Inceptus and reach out them by visiting https://inceptussecure.com/home (https://inceptussecure.com/home) Like what you hear? Want to have your own podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"Ultimately when it comes to selling your yacht, it's going to protect the value of your asset." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Greg Heine from Vessel Vanguard and Baxter Marine Group. And yes, he's also my brother. Greg and I previously worked for Flightdocs, a SaaS-based aircraft maintenance tracking company. After the sale of the company, Greg founded GHC Interactive and recently took over as CEO of Baxter Marine Group and Vessel Vanguard. With over 10 years of growing a business, leading development teams, and building technology in the aviation space, Greg is taking that expertise and applying it to the world of boating and yachting. We dive into all the ways that intuitive technology paired with good record keeping can make the management of a fleet of large vessels much easier, and even ways that this protects the value of your assets. Greg is also the host of the Aviation Growth Podcast. You can listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aviation-growth-podcast/id1585883281 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aviation-growth-podcast/id1585883281) Learn more about Vessel Vanguard: https://vesselvanguard.com/ (https://vesselvanguard.com/) Learn more about GHC Interactive: https://www.ghcinteractive.com/ (https://www.ghcinteractive.com/) Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregpheine/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregpheine/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Connect with Chris on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/) Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"You are simply one decision away from changing the trajectory of your life." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Melanie Wilson from She'll Rise, and I'd like to ask you a few questions before we start: What is your inner dialogue like? What assumptions have you made about yourself and what have you decided is "wrong" with you? On this episode, we dive into how our inner voice affects our ability to achieve, and how certain thoughts can permeate into all areas of our lives, some with dire consequences. Melanie works (primarily) with women who are at the end of their rope. They've tried every kind of therapy and it seems like nothing is working; that's where Melanie comes in. She brings a unique perspective to the situation because she's been in their shoes and knows the hard work it takes to make it through the challenges they face. Join us to hear the journey of how She'll Rise came to be, and where it goes from here. Show Melanie some love on Instagram @melanie_d_wilson Get in contact with Melanie and learn more about her services at https://shellrise.com/ (https://shellrise.com/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Connect with Chris on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-heine-8a161498/) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Get Interviewed: http://www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com)

"Who does your perfect future customer look like?" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Bryan Durkin from MVP Inner Circle. If you're an entrepreneur who tries to do everything for yourself, feels like nobody can match your quality of work, but never has enough hours in the day, this episode is for you. Bryan has been using virtual assistants to improve processes for decades, and in recent years, he uses this knowledge to help customers around the world find and connect with their ideal clients. We dive into what it means to understand your ideal client, identifying the limiting mindsets that can prevent your business from growing, and the importance of building systems in your business when scaling. Bryan's book "Stuck on First" is available here: https://www.amazon.com/Stuck-First-Positions-Playoff-Business/dp/1523476591 (https://www.amazon.com/Stuck-First-Positions-Playoff-Business/dp/1523476591) Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryandurkin/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryandurkin/) Work with Bryan by visiting https://mvpinnercircle.com/ (https://mvpinnercircle.com/) Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit https://my.captivate.fm/www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com) to learn more. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Get Interviewed: http://www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com)

What do you think will happen to the Southwest Florida real estate market? Can it sustain these prices? Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Emily Konopasek from Compass Realty. We kick this episode off with some crazy stories from her time in real estate. Would you believe a guy asked her on a date that included dumping ashes in the ocean? Then we dig into how she's building her real estate "mini-empire", covering why she invests in rental properties, how she looks at the financials, and her recent venture into renting AirBnB's in Naples. Emily also shares her thoughts on what will happen with the housing market in Southwest Florida. So many people are asking if these prices are sustainable, and we cover her thoughts on how we got here and where we go from here. To hear more crazy stories like the one at the beginning of this episode, check out her podcast Real Estate Reality on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-reality/id1565430904 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/real-estate-reality/id1565430904) Visit her Compass website at https://www.compass.com/agents/emily-konopasek/ (https://www.compass.com/agents/emily-konopasek/) Show her some love on Instagram @emilykonopasekrealtor Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit https://my.captivate.fm/www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com) to learn more. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Get Interviewed: http://www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com)

"We don't want to make our clients just look pretty on social... we engage. It's hands on." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guests are Rodrigo Torres and Cheyenne Figueroa from RC Marketing Group. They take a different approach than most marketing companies I've seen. They take on the role of social media marketing in a way that generates relevant content and builds a strong network between their clients. They also help their customers convert more leads by guiding people that engage with your social media (i.e. top-of-funnel sales prospects) further down the pipeline, set up a sales call with you, and ultimately turn into paying customers. Visit their website at https://www.rcmgnaples.com/ (https://www.rcmgnaples.com/) Show them some love on Instagram @rcmgnaples Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit https://my.captivate.fm/www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com) to learn more. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Get Interviewed: http://www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com)

"I was hoping I could shoot you with this flare gun..." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Kevin McIltrot from SeaKits. We talk about how SeaKits tests their products to ensure they're legit, the different products available for varying boaters, and how they assess the market. To watch the video "Putting Our Products to the Test", filmed at the Resolve Maritime Academy in Ft Lauderdale, check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euN7PQLgKYA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euN7PQLgKYA) Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmciltrot/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmciltrot/) Show SeaKits some love on Instagram @seakitsdc Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Get Interviewed: http://www.swflpodcasts.com/ (www.swflpodcasts.com) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"There's no music..." Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is KJ Moses from SuperSci. KJ shares how the SuperSci platform came into existence, what the software's initial goals were, and the realizations that determined what it does today. We also dive into the challenges that students face when it comes to science learning in grade school, and how SuperSci is addressing those problems to make it more fun and interactive for students. Connect with KJ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kjmoses/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kjmoses/) Show SuperSci some love on Instagram @supersciedu Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Visit the SuperSci website to learn more about their pilot programs: https://supersci.com/ (https://supersci.com/) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/intro-call (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/intro-call) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com/production to learn more. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Get Interviewed: http://www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com)

"How is the business evolving now that you have this new manufacturing capability?" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Keith Daubmann from MY Shower Door and MY Architectural Glass. He shares their most recent upgrade, the autoclave, and what its impact will be on the company, the local labor force, and the glass industry as a whole. This is no small machine and no easy feat, so we dive into the possible risks that come with this scale of investment, and what they're doing to mitigate that. This has great insights for any companies looking to scale. Keith is also a master at social media, so we dive into the unconsidered benefits of creating and building a brand on social platforms, and what types of opportunities this opens up. Connect with Keith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithdaubmann/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithdaubmann/) Show Keith some love on Instagram @myarchitechturalglass Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Check out the MSD jobs available here: https://bit.ly/34RJXQv (https://bit.ly/34RJXQv) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/intro-call (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/intro-call) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

"How did you guys see this opportunity? What light bulb went off for you?" Welcome to the SWFL Business Podcast, where we interview business owners in the Southwest Florida area to learn about their business and where they're heading. Today's guest is Oscar Zumaran from Tekambi. Oscar shares the story of how Tekambi evolved into the business it is today: starting off as a custom development solution for a single company, to helping dozens of lenders across the country take their business online. We also dive into the challenges that companies encounter when they try to bring development in-house, especially when it's only to solve a problem that's not related to their core business. This episode is a great listen for SaaS founders, because it shows a viable way to get your business established, built out, then scaled up to stand on its own. Connect with Oscar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oztech03/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/oztech03/) Show Oscar some love on Instagram @oztech03 and @tekambitech Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Visit the Tekambi website to get in touch about available jobs: https://tekambi.com/ (https://tekambi.com/) Want to be a guest on the show? Book an intro call here: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/intro-call (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/intro-call) Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit www.swflpodcasts.com to learn more.

Thanks for joining us on the SWFL Business Podcast. I'm Chris Heine, and I interview local business owners and executives to learn more about the people behind the businesses, how they got started, and where they're heading. As a listener, we want to share these insights with you and introduce you to some local businesses that you may have seen hundreds of times. If you're a business owner and want to be a guest on the show, book a call with us to see if you'll be a good fit: https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro (https://calendly.com/cheineproductions/interview-intro) You get: Fully edited video interview Snippets for social media Exposure to a local audience We're launching the podcast the week of March 24th, 2022. We'll see you then. Show us some love on Instagram @swflpodcasts Like what you hear? Want to have your own business podcast produced in the Bonita Springs, FL area? Visit https://my.captivate.fm/www.swflpodcasts.com (www.swflpodcasts.com) to learn more. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NYks1F (https://apple.co/3NYks1F) Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI (https://spoti.fi/3x1rufI) YouTube: https://bit.ly/3j69E3g (https://bit.ly/3j69E3g) Get Interviewed: http://www.swflpodcasts.com/ (www.swflpodcasts.com)