Michael LaFido is a real estate consultant and top-producing Realtor with over twenty years of experience in the real estate industry. Michael’s marketing has been the featured cover story in Crain’s Chicago Business and highlighted in Forbes and FOX News Chicago Business Hour. He is also the author of the books “Luxury Listing Specialist”, “Outside The Box”, and “Marketing Luxury”. In this episode you will hear Michael talk about how he went from knowing nothing to real estate to becoming one of the most successful realtors in the area. Michael also talks about the importance of thinking like a marketer no matter what industry you are in. 

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Michael LaFido:"Think Like A Marketer"

Frank owns and operates Dominick's Pizza in the western suburbs of Chicago. Frank has been in the industry since he was young and has helped transform his dads business along with his siblings into the success it is today. 

Frank Lazzara:"It's Family"

Self proclaimed beer nerd, Dave is an entrepreneur who has two craft beer stores in the suburbs of Chicago. In this episode Dave talks about what he did during the COVID lockdown and how his business continue to grow today in a competitive market. 

Dave Hawley:"The Beer Man"

Allison and Natalie are sisters and business partners in their women's clothing and gift store called Blonde Boutique. Natalie's background in fashion paired with her sisters business insight has helped their business thrive. As busy moms these ladies have balanced their family and business life. 

Allison & Natalie Smith:"Sister Power"

Judy, founder of K'Tizo Tea, is passionate about tea, enjoying the history and traditions that binds tea and culture together.Judy also owns and operates Cafe K'Tizo which sells tea, coffee and small food items. Judy has built a great community feel at her cafe and has tons of knowledge in building a strong team.

Judy Duncan:"Creating A Community Through Tea"

Pat Bartel owns and operates Bartel's Auto Clinic which has three locations throughout the Chicagoland suburbs. Learn what its like to get into the family business and to grow it to the next level. 

Pat Bartel:"Quality Is Long Remembered"

Michael Perich is one successful and entertaining entrepreneur. Not only does he own his own retail store but he also built a very successful makeup and skin care line from the ground up. What I love about this episode is the message Michael shares that everything doesn't have to be about money or about what others want you to be. It is all about you and what you want!

Michael Perich:"Be Authentic"

Leah is a speaker, author and owner of Vision Force marketing. In this episode Leah speaks of the challenges of running a marketing business with your spouse. She also gives some advice to business owners on marketing and much more!

11. Leah Hoppes:"Marketing Maven"

Mario Spina is the owner and CEO of Parent Petroleum. Mario took over a family business from his father and has continued to grow the business.He has experience in the petroleum industry, convenience stores and real estate.   

Mario Spina: "Have Pride"

Nick is the CEO of one of the top ten busiest independent pizza companies in per-store sales in the U.S. In an industry in which the average annual turnover rate is more than 150 percent, Nick’s Pizza & Pub boasts less than a 25 percent employee turnover rate. Nick’s restaurants have won the National Restaurant Association/American Express “Good Neighbor Award” four times and have been featured in Chicago’s Bestfor having “Great Pizza and [a Great] Company.”

Nick Sarillo: A slice of the pie

Debbie has been a successful entrepreneur her entire life. Eventually she decided to follow her passion and belief that everyone should practice yoga and opened NEXT yoga with her daughter, Laurenn Duncan. Today NEXT yoga has 2 locations and a thriving business. 

Debbie Russo:"Power Yogi"

Jim founded JIMMYBAR with his sister in Chicago back in 2013. He was frustrated with what his choices on the market were and wanted something better. Since its humble beginnings JIMMYBAR now is in 13,000 stores and 6 countries! Jim is someone who has knowledge on how to grow and develop a brand from out of nothing. 

Jim Simon:"Protein Bars Reinvented"

Isaac along with his wife own Kimmers Ice Cream which has 3 locations throughout the Chicagoland suburbs. Kimmers has been scooping up amazing homemade ice cream since 2010. Learn how he and his wife have grown their business as young entrepreneurs. 

Isaac Yates:"Ice Cream Man"

In this episode Dr. Dan Press discusses what it is like running a successful optometrist practice battling the big names like LensCrafters and Pearle Vision. Dan owns Park Ridge Vision and is board certified in vision development and therapy. He is a frequent lecturer both in the US and internationally on topics related to pediatric vision can and vision therapy. 

Dr. Dan Press:"An Eye For Success"

Niki Moon has been in the salon business since she was 13! She currently is the owner of Niki Moon Salon in Naperville Illinois.  Her salon is fully owned and operated by a team of amazing women. Niki Moon Salon has been voted the number 1 salon in their area, and were selected in the top 100 businesses in all of North America by Yelp. Her salon has also been voted in the top 20 salons in North American by Salon Today Magazine

Niki Moon:"You’re Not Pizza"

Interviews with small business owners and entreprenuers. These successful individuals share their tips/strategies that they are implementing that can help you achieve great success like them. Remember that success ALWAYS leaves a trail.

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