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Welcome to 'How To Start A Pressure Washing Business' with Aaron Parker. Join Aaron as he shares his experience and expertise in starting and running a successful pressure washing business. From equipment and techniques, to marketing and customer service, this podcast is your go-to guide for all things pressure washing. Aaron also interviews other industry experts to provide a well-rounded understanding of the pressure washing business. Tune in to learn how to start and grow your own pressur ...
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The Donna Drake Show: Live it Up! is a weekly, one hour show featuring uplifting interviews with celebrity entertainers, sports legends, top journalists, business moguls, authors, motivational speakers, medical professionals, health and wellness experts, beauty and fashion icons, chefs, non-profit groups and everyday heroes sharing their stories of triumph, inspiration and perseverance. Hosted and created by Donna Drake, an international award-winning creative artist, writer, producer, actor ...
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In 1983, my father, a hardworking blue-collar worker, made a life-altering decision for our family. Faced with the choice of my education, he chose to send me to a private Catholic high school, despite the financial challenges. His reason was simple yet profound: “My job is to leave the pile higher for you and your sister.” This statement, a guiding principle of his life, didn't fully resonate with me until after his untimely passing in 2018. It's this legacy of selflessness and commitment t ...
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Achieving the type of “freedom” you're seeking probably has already been done by someone else. So, why not just reverse-engineer the formula instead of re-inventing the wheel? Neel Parekh, CEO of MaidThis Franchise, interviews people who have already achieved Time, Location, or Financial Freedom and dive into their stories. The common thread: how to live life on your own terms.
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Donna travels to England and talks with Paddington Bear, Richard Chambers a Winston Churchill tour Guide, Greg Smith a Black Taxi Tour Guide and check out Billy J. Kramer a Bitish Pop Singer. Donna talks with Rich Funk, Co-Founder of Boom Chaga, Rich has 30 years of combined global experience with Procter & Gamble, Mars-Wrigley and Baxters Food Gro…
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In this episode, Neel sits down with Parker, owner of MaidThis Phoenix. Parker shares his journey from being a firefighter to becoming an entrepreneur. He discusses his search for the right franchise and the challenges he faced in finding a scalable business model. Parker also talks about the importance of building relationships with customers and …
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Send us a text Have you ever stopped to think about the legacy you’re building right now? Not some far-off dream or ‘someday’ plan, but the steps you and I are taking today to shape tomorrow. Legacy isn’t about waiting for the “right” moment; it’s made up of those small, daily choices we often overlook. It’s not about the big, flashy moments—it’s i…
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Donna talks with Samuel Sahkenazy, Filmmaker and Multi Media Artist. founder of Scare Works. Since I was a child, I was a writer. I completed my first novel in second grade. As time went on, I became more and more fascinated with movies and their creation. By middle school I was interning at a local commercial production company. I stood in for act…
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Sofie, the founder of a travel blog, shares her journey as a digital nomad and the challenges she faced in maintaining location freedom. She discusses how turning her passion into a business affected her mental health and the need to redefine success. Sofie emphasizes the importance of finding balance, focusing on other aspects of life, and derivin…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how life’s toughest challenges can lead to personal growth and a lasting impact? In this episode, we sit down with Mesha Mebane, whose incredible journey of resilience shows how adversity can spark transformation. After the devastating loss of her only child, career upheavals, and divorce, Mesha chose not to se…
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Donna talks with Sean “Contractor” Edwards, Billboard Executive Producer. In the entertainment business, Sean 'Contractor' Edwards is recognised as the man who has built a reputation for himself as a music marketer, executive producer and one who keeps abreast of trends internationally and can be called upon to to provide interesting insights on va…
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In this episode, Neel chats with Chase Lord, a successful business coach and owner of a seven-figure soft wash and power wash company. They discuss the importance of working on the business rather than in the business, the challenges of scaling a business, and the impact of marketing on business growth. Chase emphasizes the need for time blocking a…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how someone turns life’s challenges into a powerful legacy? In this episode, I connect with Emmett Burns, an educator and founder of ClaraRuth Homeschool, who’s doing just that. Emmett and I first met years ago on a commuter train, quickly bonding over our shared love of football—we both played in college—and o…
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Donna attends the Victor Green Celebrity Golf Outing and talks with Victor Green, Former American Football Player, Victoria Green, Esther Green, Charles Grant, Former American Football Defensive End, Tim Brown, Former American Footbal Wide Receiver, Jerome Bettis Football Running Bacl/NFL Legend, Actor Sean Ringgold, Johnny Damon, Former American B…
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Brian and Jen Boyle, owners of MaidThis Salt Lake City, share their background and journey in business. Brian has been running a pizza franchise for 22 years, while Jen has been a physical therapist for 26 years. They decided to join MaidThis because of the consumable and relationship-based nature of the business. They appreciate the automation and…
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Send us a text Episode Description: We often think about legacy as the things we leave behind—our titles, accomplishments, and possessions. But what if part of building a legacy includes knowing when to pause, heal, and restore ourselves? In this episode, I share a personal story from my family vacation that opened my eyes to the importance of heal…
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Donna sits down and talks with Country Music Artist John Berry. John he has recorded more than 20 studio albums, including one platinum album and two gold albums. In his career, Berry has also charted 19 songs on Billboard Hot Country Songs, including the Number One single "Your Love Amazes Me" and six additional Top 10 hits: "What's In It for Me",…
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In this episode, Neel chats Ed Rodriguez, the CEO of HireLATAM. Ed shares his journey from starting a cleaning company to eventually selling it and transitioning into the global talent agency business. They discuss the importance of taking the plunge into entrepreneurship, the process of selling a business, and the business model of HireLATAM. Ed a…
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Send us a text In this episode, hosts Aaron and Cody Yarbrough tackle one of the most critical decisions for business owners—when and how to raise your prices. Whether you're new to the pressure washing business or a seasoned pro, pricing can be a major source of stress. Aaron and Cody provide practical advice, benchmarks, and strategies to help yo…
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Send us a text What does it mean to build a legacy while still overcoming life’s biggest challenges? In this episode, we dive deep with Robbie Cunningham—stage name Robbie Mychals—a Billboard-charting singer, musician, producer, and licensed minister who knows firsthand how to turn pain into purpose. Robbie’s musical journey began in the church cho…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Lean to Mean Academy podcast, hosts Cody Yarbrough and Aaron Parker dive into an important but often overlooked topic in business and personal growth—embracing "dark side energy." The conversation starts with catching up and a light introduction, but it quickly delves into the idea that not all negative energy …
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Donna sits down and talks with Debra Becker, Founder of iCandy Meals. iCandy Meal Plans fuel your body with food as delicious as it is carefully curated to fit your lifestyle. Custom tailored to your goals Fresh chef crafted meal prep delivered to your door Freshly made each week. Donna talks with Robby Johnson, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Ro…
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In this episode, Neel chats with Nik Hulewsky, the host of Nikonomics Podcast and the founder of Co-Founders. They discuss Nik's background and his journey into entrepreneurship. Nik shares his experience working in the corporate world and how it led him to start his own businesses. They also talk about the importance of knowing your strengths and …
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Send us a text After a six-month break, Leave the Pile Higher, Grow Your Legacy is back stronger than ever. In this episode, host Bryan T. Savage reflects on the challenges he faced, the lessons learned, and why hitting pause was necessary to realign with his mission of legacy-building. Through stories of resilience, from his father’s blue-collar g…
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Donna sits down and talks with Dr. Michael Magwood, DC and Massiel Gomez from Pure Balance Center Dr. Magwood has been helping patients since 2001. These patients have responded to his diverse treatments with amazing and wonderful results. He is certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and in the Webster technique fo…
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In this episode, Neel chats with Matt Brazis, the owner of MaidThis Tampa. Matt shares his journey of leaving his nine-to-five job in medical device sales to start his own lifestyle business. He talks about his interest in entrepreneurship and the desire to build something that he can own and pass down for generational wealth. Matt also discusses t…
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Donna sits down and talks with Nicole Warren, Owner of Coco Sunscreen, Inspired by a journey of health & wellness during her battle with breast cancer. Nicole has created her own completely organic sun screen. Donna talks to Trey Calloway, Trey was recently named Country Songwriter of the Year by the Texas Country Music Association, recognized as "…
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In this episode, Neel chats with Adam Goldman, a franchise coach with experience in franchise placement. They discuss the role of a franchise coach, the types of people who are a good fit for franchising, and how to evaluate franchise brands. Adam emphasizes the importance of cultural fit and getting to know the person behind the franchisee. They a…
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Harlan Friedman attends the Fanatics Fest in New York City at the Jacob Javits Center and and talks to talks David Ortiz, Dominican- American baseball player, Jazzy, TV Host, Ron Berk, Berk Communications, King Saladeen, Internet Personality, Kristofferson San Pablo, Artist, Joanne Graham, Revenue Chief and Merchandising, Teams Leader at Mitchell a…
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Tim Michael, founder of Kickstart My Franchise, shares his expertise in the world of franchising. He discusses his background and how he got into franchise brokerage. Tim provides insights on evaluating franchise brands, including the importance of looking beyond financials and considering factors like the item 19 and item 20 in the Franchise Discl…
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Donna talks down and talks to Pritika Swarup, Founder and CEO of Goop Pritika Swarup, Founder & CEO of Prakti, celebrated the launch of her company’s partnership with Gwyneth Paltrow’s modern lifestyle brand and retailer Goop, a fashion model and global ambassador of Operation Smile. She’s redefining beauty as holistic wellness. Donna sits down and…
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Orlando Reyla, owner of MaidThis St. Pete Clearwater, shares his journey of starting a cleaning business while still working a nine-to-five job. He discusses the challenges of balancing both and the support he received from his family. Orlando emphasizes the importance of having a clear why and being prepared for the hard work and challenges that c…
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Donna attends The Woman’s Executive Summit 2024. The Woman’s Executive Summit convenes the industry’s largest network of women who are breaking down barriers and manifesting the careers they want—while making a difference in the world. Donna talks to Amy Amato, Executive director for Richner Live Events, Seema Bhansali, ESQ. VP Employee Experience …
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Send us a text "Challenges and Success Strategies for Starting a Pressure Washing Business in 2024" Starting a pressure washing business in 2024 presents both significant opportunities and challenges. The industry has seen individuals achieve remarkable success, transitioning from humble beginnings to earning six to seven figures, thereby significa…
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Send us a text 🚨 Is Google Killing Your Traffic? Here's What You Need to Do! 🚨 In our latest Lean and Mean Academy podcast, we dive deep into the rollercoaster world of Google updates with web design expert Chris Lonergan from Footbridge Media. 🎙️ With Google’s ever-changing algorithms, your website's traffic might be taking a hit, but don’t worry—…
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In this episode, Neel chats with Trenton Hughes, the founder of a venture studio called TRIBE. They discuss the concept of venture studios, Trenton's journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, and the importance of finding freedom through aligning with personal values. Trenton also shares his experience of burnout and the lessons he learned from i…
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Donna attends the The Ronkonkoma Chamber of commerce Celebrity Chamber Softball Game Making strides against breast cancer and talks to Larry Collura, Former MLB Pro, Billy Bingo, Comedian, Natalie Perri, Actress, Candice Cain, Film Director, Don Demola, Former MLB Player, Mick DuRussel, Chamber of Commerce, Matthew Harra, Heather Cuccia, Singer, Jo…
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Winslow Marshall, founder of Neoteric Brands, shares his journey from corporate to entrepreneurship and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the benefits of gaining experience in a fully formed company before starting his own business and the value of starting earlier in entrepreneurship. Winslow also talks about his experience as a …
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Send us a text In this episode of the Lean & Mean Academy, Aaron Parker is joined by Chris Lonergan from Footbridge Media to reveal the secrets to outranking 99% of your local competitors on Google. Whether you run a pressure washing, landscaping, or HVAC business, these actionable strategies will help you dominate your local market. From maximizin…
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Donna invites friends and fans to her home for the annual summer concert get together to benefit Long Island Cares. This event was sponsored by Angie’s Empanads, Dortoni Bakery Co., Forest Pork Store, Boards By Summer, Murphy’s Famous Bloody Mary Mix and Bootlegger NY Ctraft Vodka and featured musical groups The Big Happy, Calliope Wren, Gursday, M…
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Akila, the owner of MaidThis McKinney, shares her journey of starting her own location and leaving her nine-to-five job. She discusses her background in project management and her desire for more hustle and productivity. Akila talks about her fears and lifestyle changes when starting her business, as well as the support she received from her friend…
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Donna attends The Big Daddy’s Celebrity Golf Classic held at Oheka Castle in support of St. Jude children's research hospital. Donna talks to Erik Coleman, former American football safety in the NFL who played with the New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions,Eric Drezner from Eat Better Meals, Howard Cross, former NFL player and current br…
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In this episode of the Freedom Formula podcast, Neel talks with Erik Van Horn, a franchise expert and host of the Franchise Secrets podcast. Erik shares his journey in the franchise world, from starting as a real estate investor to becoming a successful franchisee and investor in multiple franchise brands. He emphasizes the importance of learning f…
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Donna attends the Tribeca Film Festival and attends the Group Therpy Premiere and talks to actor Graham Willoughby, producer Luke Kelly-Clyne, Actress London Hughes, Actress Atsuko Okatsuka, Executive Producer Neil Berkeley, producer Kevin Healey, Actor Gary Gukman, Producer Bryan Smiley and Actress Tig Notaro. Donna talks with George Pavlushkin, R…
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A different and fun podcast where Neel Parekh gets interviewed by Nik from Nikonomics. his journey in the cleaning industry and the unique aspects of his business model. He shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of running a cleaning company, particularly in the residential and vacation rental niches. Neel emphasizes the importance o…
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Donna is joined by Dr. Anthony Panzica to discuss chiropractic care and health.;Donna sits down with Racha Jethwani, Founder of Cedar and Branch, to talk about her company's methods of relaxation and wellness for adults and children alike.;Donna sits down with the owner of EHDE Christopher Ehde as they discuss how he first thought of inventing The …
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In this episode of the Freedom Formula podcast, Neel Parekh chats with Bryant Amundson, the CEO of Nautical Bowls, a franchise brand specializing in acai bowls. Bryant shares his journey of starting his first location and eventually franchising the business. He emphasizes the importance of being all-in as a franchisee and the need for coaching and …
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Donna sits down and talks to Jennifer Cona, Chief Founder and Managining Partner of Cona Elder Law. Ms. Cona practices exclusively in the field of Elder Law, including representing older adults and their families in connection with Medicaid planning, preservation of assets, estate planning, estate litigation, probate and administration of estates, …
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In this episode, Neel chats Freddy Lansky, a digital nomad and entrepreneur who has traveled to nearly 100 countries. Freddy shares his journey from backpacking through Europe to starting his own successful e-commerce business, iChess. He discusses the importance of taking risks, making pivots, and not getting stuck in analysis paralysis. Freddy al…
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Donna chats with Meny Vaknin and Daniel Ben-Zeev, Co-Owners of Marcel Bakery and Kitchen, and talks about how the two became friends and their connection with the food they make and serve to their customers.; Donna sits down with Chris Beckhans, the President of Long Island ABATE to discuss the importance of teaching better and safer driving for bo…
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Neel sits down with Ray Blakney, an accidental entrepreneur, who shares his journey from working in corporate America to starting his own businesses. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear why and setting realistic expectations when starting a business. Ray introduces his business, Productized Education, which helps individuals turn their s…
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Donna sits down and talks to Alex Wolff, Chief Image Officer of Headshot Rescue. HeadShot Rescue, a brand of Concierge Photography, is run by our Chief Image Consultant – photographic artist Alex M. Wolff of Jericho (Long Island), New York. Alex works in the studio and on location with actors, models, and business people through corporate and assoc…
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In this episode, Neel talks with Itamar Marani, a mindset coach with a diverse background in the military, private security, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. The conversation covers topics such as living in Thailand, the experience of working for a Russian billionaire, the pursuit of wealth, and the mindset of successful entrepreneurs. The conversation del…
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Donna brings back Harlan Friedman of Sole Free. Harlan Friedman talks with Dwight “Doc” Gooden. Dwight Eugene Gooden, nicknamed "Dr. K" and "Doc", is an American former professional baseball pitcher who played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball. Gooden pitched from 1984 to 1994 and from 1996 to 2000 for the New York Mets, New York Yankees, Clevela…
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