A sound piece of advice from Michael Chase, the managing director of the Boston regional office for NorthMarq, which provides capital solutions for commercial real estate owners.

It’s lessons like that that he first learned as a kid in the family business… and then later at a small real estate firm. These are places where the company culture encourages problem-solving, taking responsibility, suggesting a company-wide change that could have a positive impact, and doing whatever needs to be done to keep the business thriving. 

He found the same philosophy in his current position and added something else: It’s key to understand your client’s business plan and needs and then structure the best capital for their investments.

We get into all the details on that, as well as…

• What an early mentor taught him that changed his career
• The traits he looks for in his clients (he doesn’t take just anybody)
• Parts of a real estate loan’s structure that many borrowers ignore at their peril
• The true value of win-win deals
• And more

For providers of technical or professional services, starting a business can be intimidating. But, by drawing on her work experience and closely watching how other entrepreneurs ran their operations (including what they were doing wrong), Svetlana was able to make it work. 

That’s not to say there weren’t any hiccups along the way. We talk about how she overcame the challenges she faced, what she considers to be the key elements to steady business growth, and more. 

Tune in to find out…

• The strategy she used to transition from employee to manager
• The value of continuing education – and where she finds it
• Why she says she’s not a “boss”
• How she uses social media and live events to connect with mentors
• And more

Portal’s CEO and co-founder, Dr. Patrick Anquetil is DOING THIS. He’s a scientist and engineer who is also able to see the world through the lens of business, allowing him to spot opportunity in a very important industry.

It’s a great example of how business – and even profit – can drive the development of technology with the potential to help millions of people.

We talk about it, how they got to this point, and much more, including...

• How to protect breakthrough inventions with the government’s help
• The hardest part of running a startup – and how to overcome it
• Fundraising tips for getting the capital you need 
• Why his education takes a backseat, even in this highly specialized industry
• And more

In his work with a select group of families, Max says the most important factor in finding solid investments and keeping clients happy is being flexible. Startups… crypto-currency… private companies… and more – it’s all worth research and a closer look. 

It’s an approach larger, traditional firms would never be allowed to try. We talk about what that allows Max to do for his clients, as well as…

• The fundamental mistakes he sees individual investors making
• Balancing the right level of risk with lifestyle
• Details on a rational way to charge for investment advisory services
• The right way to react to the economy – and the market – with your investments
• A look at how Max established his firm as a uniquely-valued agency with staying power among a plethora of investment firms

She often combines several of those elements together in the work she does for her clients, who have included professional athletes, boutique hotels, former presidents, sports teams, musicians, and more. 

VIA says her lack of fear is one of the most essential elements of her success. It brought her from an unconventional upbringing to the worlds she navigates today with ease. At the same time, she’s never been able to ask questions… and seek out help from mentors.

We talk about her whirlwind entrepreneurial journey, including…

• The biggest influences and experiences in her early life that shaped her career
• Why she doesn’t dwell on the past and what she focuses on instead
• How to combine a business mindset with artistic vision
• The business ventures she has in the works right now – and how she’ll get them off the ground
• And more

Ryan specializes in multi-family, commercial rental properties. And over the years, he’s developed a knack for finding “diamonds in the rough” that others don’t recognize. We talk about what makes for a good value property that yields returns for years to come.

We talk about his strategy, as well as…

• How real estate marketing can trick you – and what to watch out for
• 5+ ways to reduce risk in real estate investing
• The least competitive real estate market for investors
• Beyond the background check - a process for finding ideal tenants 
• And more

But, although he learned a lot from them, he didn’t go back to work for his parents… he struck out on his own in a very unusual way for a recent graduate.

He’s learned a lot over the years about the industry – including ways to overcome endemic labor shortages. But more importantly, he’s developed guiding principles to influence every decision he makes. 

His number one priority: always do the right thing. A business owner in any industry – even executives – can learn a lot from his philosophy.

Tune in to find out…

• How he thrives in such a crowded and competitive market
• The three common characteristics of great managers
• What he learned from early mentors that still guide his business – and why he still has mentors today
• The value of “real talk” with your employees
• And more

That’s why she is passionate about helping people find the right coverage with the right insurance company for their specific situation. There’s no one-size-fits-all in this industry.

It’s a philosophy that has served Susan well as she’s built her business from the ground up. We talk about how she got started and the critical things she did at the beginning to propel growth, as well as…

• Why she’s happy to share information with her competition
• How to make sure your business doesn’t own you
• The type of insurance people do without but shouldn’t – and you can get it for free
• What you should ask an insurance agent before you work with them
• And more

It might seem counterintuitive, but having 40% to 50% of your portfolio in overseas markets actually minimizes the volatility of your portfolio. 

Vitaly explains how you can experience significant returns if you put your money into frontier, emerging, and even developed markets around the world. There are dozens of places to potentially invest, but Vitaly shares the systematic approach he uses to determine the best places to invest and when… and how to mitigate risk.

He also shares…

• The best places to invest in times of economic crisis
• Why you shouldn’t buy individual stocks overseas and the investment vehicle you should use instead
• Differentiating between long-term and short-term obstacles to your gains
• A systematic approach for accounting for unknown unknowns in your portfolio
• And more

Now, he sees opportunity in the U.S. and is starting a whole new company in the country, in a sector where he says there is a distinct lack of competition yet a strong need for the product.

With this new venture, he’s following the same approach that he always has. We talk about his simple yet effective client-centered attitude, as well as…

• Why closing the deal is not a matter of price
• How current U.S. trade policies could backfire in the next few years (and how he’s preparing now)
• A must-have for any company doing business in China
• How to create value where others can’t even recognize opportunity
• And more


That means building community around content will lead to more and faster success rather than relying on direct selling and advertising. If you’re a professional service provider or small business owner he says you can’t avoid being in the content business these days. 

We talk about what content to create, where to put it, and how to ensure it’s the most effective. Terrence says it’s definitely not just about posting to social media or shooting some cool videos. 

He shows us how to cut through the online noise and reach your ideal audience, as well as…

• The one fear every entrepreneur must overcome
• Why he turned down a high-paying client – and you should, too
• How too many companies spin their wheels on social media
• Exploiting your business’s biggest asset 
• And more

Using unique educational tools, Gutenberg is rapidly transforming the way you can upgrade your employees with needed skills to make your business more competitive in today’s increasingly digital world. 

With 7 million jobs left unfilled in the U.S. because of a lack of qualified employees, it’s a must-use approach.

We talk about…

• Why learning on-demand is vital
• The importance of user-centric design and how to create it
• Why being uncomfortable – but curious – can lead to your biggest successes 
• The most daunting obstacle to growing cost-effectively
• And more

David Reske, founder and president of NowSpeed, talks about how to cut through the clutter to find the digital marketing techniques that attract and nurture your audience – and how to integrate them to make the biggest impact.

We also talk about how to link strategy to results, as well as…

• The foundation of every digital marketing effort
• 4 necessary elements of a website – and how it fits into your marketing
• The biggest mistake companies make on social media
• How to use different channels for targeting different information about your prospects

It’s an industry where traditional written resumes just don’t work. And this social network - with an app - will allow the workers to show off their stuff in a visual way – like a digital storefront. 

We talk about how he identified this market and grew the network to 50,000+ members in just five months, as well as…

• The two ways they can monetize the network – and why they haven’t done it yet
• How to identify the priorities that will grow your business – and the tasks that don’t matter
• An unexpected strategy for policing inappropriate content
• The people you need at work and at home when starting a business
• And more

He takes a different approach than most agents. He doesn’t go with the simple or easiest solution. Murray digs deep to find what works best for each client… even if it’s a bit unconventional.

Listen in to find out…

• What the typical business owner must know about insurance that nobody else will tell them
• Why your financial planner shouldn’t plan your insurance coverage
• How to save $4,000 to $5,000 on insurance costs next year
• The health insurance agents you should avoid – and those you should embrace
• And more

But you can’t push through unless you can answer one fundamental question, says Steve Berlack, creator of The Berlack Method. 

Steve has a knack for uncovering the root causes of obstacles to success in individuals and teams. The self-awareness that comes when you answer that question is just the start.

We explore that process, as well as…

• What you must understand to have a productive team and stop unnecessary conflicts
• A lost ability from your childhood you need to get back
• Strategies for finding those people who will help you excel
• Why different backgrounds, beliefs, and attitudes are not barriers to connecting with others
• And more

We talk about growing up behind the Iron Curtain, how he came to the U.S. (it wasn’t a smooth process), and why he became a lawyer… an unusual lawyer at that who is unlike any you’ve probably ever met before.

Listen in to find out…

• Why legal work should be a collaborative process
• The attitude most attorneys are missing
• The key to flexible problem solving
• How to get the most out of your relationship with your lawyer
• And more

But this med student turned investment advisor, who founded Elliott Asset Management, took advantage of that downturn and others to benefit himself – and those clients who would listen. He explains the painstaking research and analysis that has allowed him to spot trouble – and opportunity – well before it hits the mainstream. 

We also talk about how it’s guiding his investment plays now, as well as…

• Why you can only trust independent research – and where to get it
• What to do now so you have the advantage in a liquidity crunch
• Where to invest in oil today (it’s not oil companies)
• Strategies for spotting undervalued investments in bad economic times
• And more