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1237: Smart Retirement Planning: Protect Your Assets & Secure Your Future with Financial Professional Jan Levine
After years of hard work, the last thing you want is to see your savings and investments at risk just as you're nearing retirement. Market volatility can make it feel like your financial future is out of your hands, adding stress to what should be a time of security and peace of mind. The challenge is finding a balance—ensuring growth while protecting what you've built so unexpected downturns don’t derail your plans. The key is having a strategy that prioritizes stability without completely shutting the door on opportunity.
Jan Levine is a seasoned financial professional with over four decades of experience in the industry. He has worked with various companies, including the predecessor of Ameriprise and his current role as a financial agent at Bankers Life, a 146-year-old company specializing in retirement planning. Today, Jan Levine shares his insights on the importance of financial planning, particularly for individuals approaching retirement. Stay tuned!
Resources
- Connect with Jan Levine on LinkedIn
- Check out Jan Levine's Bankers Life Profile
- Follow Jan Levine on Facebook
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1236: OvrenIQ: Why Online Reputation Management Matters for Local Businesses with Rakeyia Collins
Many businesses focus on growth, sales, and branding but often overlook the real-time insights hiding in customer reviews. There’s a clear gap between what consumers say they want and what companies prioritize, and ignoring that feedback can cost businesses loyal customers. The challenge is that reviews are scattered across multiple platforms, making it tough to track trends, respond quickly, and make meaningful changes. The businesses that get it right use AI-driven tools, sentiment analysis, and proactive engagement strategies to turn customer feedback into a competitive advantage rather than just a checkbox.
Rakeyia Collins is from OvrenIQ, a cutting-edge platform designed to revolutionize online reputation management for local businesses. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises, Rakeyia has dedicated her expertise to empowering business owners to take control of their digital presence. Today, Rakeyia joins the podcast to discuss the critical role of online reviews in driving business success. Stay tuned!
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1235: Vyber Media: Optimize Your E-Commerce Marketing and Growth Strategies to Scale Your Direct-To-Consumer Business with Founder and CEO Jesse Kay
Scaling an e-commerce brand isn’t just about getting more sales—it’s about increasing profits without driving up costs and complexity. Many brands hit a wall where growth starts feeling expensive, with ad costs rising and margins shrinking. The challenge is finding ways to optimize operations, build a loyal customer base, and create new revenue streams that don’t rely solely on constant customer acquisition. The brands that break through find smarter, more sustainable ways to grow—focusing on retention, pricing strategy, and efficiency instead of just chasing more traffic.
Jesse Kay is the founder and CEO of Vyber Media, a performance marketing agency that specializes in helping eight and nine-figure brands unlock scalable, high-margin digital growth. With over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, Jesse has also hosted a successful podcast where he interviewed renowned business leaders such as Jack Dorsey and Gary Vaynerchuk. Today, Jesse shares his expertise on the power of mastering the fundamentals of email, SMS, and automation in e-commerce marketing. Stay tuned!
Resources
- Vyber Media: Next-Generation Marketing That Drives ROI
- Connect with Jesse Kay on LinkedIn
- Follow Jesse Kay on Facebook
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1234: Tried and True Mom Jobs: Affiliate Marketing Tips for Passive Income on YouTube and Build a Sustainable Online Business with Founder Whitney Bonds
Starting an online business comes with plenty of challenges, but sometimes the biggest obstacles aren’t external—they’re the doubts, fears, and hesitations that creep in along the way. It’s easy to get stuck in overplanning, waiting for the “right time,” or feeling overwhelmed by everything there is to figure out. The truth is, there will always be reasons to wait, but success comes from pushing forward despite the uncertainties. The ones who make it aren’t necessarily the smartest or most experienced—they’re the ones who decide to start and keep going.
Whitney Bonds is a successful YouTuber and online entrepreneur. With over 140,000 subscribers on her channel, she has built two thriving six-figure businesses from home. Known for empowering her audience to create sustainable online ventures, Whitney shares her expertise through her content. Today, Whitney discusses her strategies for growing a lucrative YouTube channel. She reveals the importance of identifying profitable topics, optimizing for search, and leveraging affiliate marketing to generate passive income. Stay tuned!
Resources
- 🚀 Get The Secret to More Views & More Money on YouTube🚀
- BE Wealth Blueprint Guide: Get the Secret to Building Wealth
- Connect with Whitney Bonds on LinkedIn
- Subscribe to Whitney Bonds on YouTube
- Follow Whitney Bonds on Instagram
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1233: LinkyBot: Improve Your LinkedIn Outreach to Scale Your Business Through AI-Powered Lead Generation with Founder Casey O’Toole
Scaling a business is tough, and LinkedIn can feel like a goldmine that’s just out of reach if you’re not sure how to use it effectively. The right AI-driven automation tools can take the grunt work out of prospecting, lead nurturing, and engagement, allowing you to focus on what really matters—building relationships and closing deals. But automation alone isn’t the answer; it works best when combined with a personal touch that keeps interactions feeling real. The key is using AI to enhance your efforts, not replace the human connection that actually drives sales.
Casey O'Toole is an AI growth strategist, LinkedIn social selling expert and the founder of LinkyBot, a tool that integrates AI into the LinkedIn outreach process. With years of experience in lead generation and business growth, Casey has honed his expertise in using AI and automation to scale companies. Today, Casey shares his insights on how to utilize LinkyBot. He discusses the benefits of this approach, including more natural conversations, higher engagement, and the ability to book qualified appointments without the limitations of traditional automation. Stay tuned!
Resources
- LinkyBot AI: Your AI-Powered Sales Assistant
- Connect with Casey O'Toole on LinkedIn
- Follow Casey O'Toole on Facebook
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1232: Media Capital Ventures: Scale Your Media Business Through Acquisition Strategy and AI-Driven Sales with Founder David Wolf
As businesses grow, it’s easy for the scrappy, risk-taking energy that fueled early success to get buried under processes, hierarchies, and the push for efficiency. Seasoned entrepreneurs who manage to keep that entrepreneurial spirit alive usually do so by staying open to new ideas, empowering their teams, and making sure innovation doesn’t get lost in bureaucracy. Growth requires structure, but too much of it can kill the very mindset that made the company thrive in the first place. The trick is finding that balance—scaling smart while keeping the culture of curiosity, adaptability, and bold decision-making intact.
David Wolf is a seasoned media executive, music producer, and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience. He is the founder of Audivita Studios, a company that produces audiobooks and podcasts. Additionally, David is building a new venture called Media Capital Ventures, which aims to acquire and grow other production companies. Today, David shared insights into his journey of scaling and growing his businesses. He discussed the challenges of balancing entrepreneurial culture with strategic growth, the importance of building a cohesive team, and the role of AI in sales and marketing. Stay tuned!
Resources
- Media Capital Adventures: We are building a 21st century portfolio of entertainment and media companies that create and deliver content to the world.
- Audivita: Connect Your Voice To The World.™
- Connect with David Wolf on LinkedIn
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1231: Far Beyond Marketing: Simplify and Scale Your Marketing Through Delegation and SOPs with Chief Marketing Advisor Amber Gaige
Running a business while trying to support a family can feel like an endless balancing act, especially when marketing feels confusing or out of reach. With so many strategies, platforms, and experts claiming to have the "right" answer, it’s easy to get stuck in analysis paralysis. The real struggle isn’t just figuring out where to start—it’s finding a simple, sustainable way to attract customers without burning out. Growth happens when marketing stops feeling like a chore and starts working in a way that fits your business and life.
Amber Gaige is the Chief Marketing Advisor for Far Beyond Marketing and an engaging and inspirational story brand marketing expert. She is also the author of the best-selling book "The Far Beyond Marketing Guidebook." Today, Amber shares her expertise in making marketing easier and less overwhelming for entrepreneurs, especially solopreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of following a simple formula, having fun, and delegating weaknesses to build a successful and scalable business. Stay tuned!
Resources
- Far Beyond Marketing: Full Service Marketing Agency Serving McKinney, Plano, and surrounding TX areas
- Connect with Amber Gaige on LinkedIn
- Follow Amber Gaige on Facebook
- Get a copy of The Far Beyond Marketing Guidebook: Stop Being Duped by Ineffective Marketing! by Amber Gaige on Amazon
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1230: Omneky: The Future of Creative Advertising and Marketing Through Generative AI with Founder and CEO Hikari Senju
AI-driven marketing is changing fast, and businesses that figure out how to use it effectively gain a real edge. The challenge isn’t just adopting AI tools—it’s knowing how to integrate them in ways that actually improve customer engagement, personalization, and efficiency. Many struggle because they either overcomplicate things or rely too much on automation without keeping a human touch. The key is using AI to enhance strategy, not replace it, so that marketing feels smarter, more targeted, and still genuinely connected to the audience.
Hikari Senju is the founder and CEO of Omneky, a cutting-edge platform that leverages generative AI to create personalized advertising content across digital channels. With a background in computer science and a deep focus on AI, Hikari has been at the forefront of this technology. Today, Hikari shares insights into the evolving landscape of AI-powered marketing. He discussed Omneky's end-to-end workflow solution, which helps businesses streamline the creative process, from ideation to execution, while driving measurable results. Stay tuned!
Resources
- Omneky: Scale Sales with Data Driven Creative
- Follow Hikari Senju on Facebook
- Connect with Hikari Senju on LinkedIn
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1229: No BS Agency Mastery: Why Less Is More in Branding and Business with Founder Pia Silva
Turning creativity into a business is tough because it requires wearing two very different hats—artist and entrepreneur. It’s not just about making great work; it’s about finding the right audience, pricing confidently, and navigating the business side without losing the joy that started it all. The struggle often comes from balancing creative freedom with the need to market, sell, and stay financially stable. The ones who make it work aren’t always the most talented—they’re the ones who figure out how to make their passion and business goals work together.
Pia Silva is the founder of No BS Agency Mastery, a program that teaches one to two-person branding agencies how to scale to $30,000 monthly revenue without employees. She is also the author of the book "Badass Your Brand" and the host of the "No BS Agency" podcast. Today, Pia shares her expertise on helping creative professionals overcome the common challenges they face in running a successful business, such as undervaluing their work, struggling with client communication, and managing the administrative tasks that often suck the joy out of their passion. Stay tuned!
Resources
- No BS Agency: Book Your Game plan NOW!
- No BS Agency: BUILD A NO BS BRANDING AGENCY
- Pia Silva: No BS AGENCY MASTER
- Connect with Pia Silva on LinkedIn
- Follow Pia Silva on Facebook
- Get a copy of Badass Your Brand: The Impatient Entrepreneur's Guide to Turning Expertise into Profit by Pia Silva on Amazon
- Get a free audio version of Pia's book Badass Your Brand: The Impatient Entrepreneur's Guide to Turning Expertise into Profit
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1228: Raising Awareness for Invisible Disabilities with Houston Commission on Disability Founder and Commissioner Amie Jean
Understanding invisible disabilities starts with recognizing that just because someone looks fine doesn’t mean they aren’t struggling. Conditions like chronic pain, mental health disorders, and neurological differences often go unnoticed, leading to misunderstanding or even skepticism. The best way to support people is by listening, believing their experiences, and creating environments where they don’t feel pressured to "prove" their challenges. Small shifts in awareness and empathy can make a huge difference in helping them feel seen and supported.
Amie Jean is a poetic and vibrant nonprofit founder, as well as the Position 8 Commissioner for the Houston Commission on Disability. Through her work, she aims to bring art, mindfulness, and adaptive yoga to individuals with disabilities. Today, Amie talks about her focus on an adaptive yoga teacher training program, which specializes in yoga for wheelchair users. She shares her journey with multiple sclerosis, showcasing the importance of different approaches, such as diet, medication, and mindfulness, in managing the condition. Stay tuned!
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