Life Admin Life Hacks Podcasts

Franchising your business is exciting. Having someone take legal action against you because you're not in compliance, is not so exciting. My guest Matthew Kreutzer with Howard & Howard Attorneys in Las Vegas, NV is here to help you avoid any legal snags in your franchise sales and operational processes. He talks about new regulations in 2023 as wel…

Yaro Starak started his business ownership journey as a high school kid with a passion for playing Magic The Gathering. MTG is a highly popular tabletop card game, which has gained a massive underground following for many years now. Yaro started his website about MTG and later evolved into blogging, selling training courses, and email marketing. No…

(Warning: some of this discussion may be graphic for some listeners) Not many people would jump at the opportunity to start a business cleaning up crime scenes, helping hoarders, and dealing with other unforeseen issues. But, Michael Fulweber is one of the few who took the opportunity. We talk about how tough this business can be emotionally, but a…

If your work life is taking a toll on your mental health, your marriage, or your family, it may be time to rethink your goals and career plans. Becoming a business owner is not for everyone, but at the same time is has made plenty of people happier and more successful. Careyann Golliver joins me to talk about her journey as a corporate executive to…

With over 40 years of business/sales experience Jim Shulman has seen and done quite a bit. In this episode we discuss how build trust in your sales approach. We also talk about the importance of tapping into the "human element" when connecting with prospects. Jim also gives us some tips when it comes to networking in your local and virtual groups. …

Many people think you can't "have your cake and eat it too" when it comes to business. If you're working 24/7 on your business, spending less time with your family, and feeling overwhelmed you need to listen to this episode with Vanessa Zamy. She's here to help you create a true "balance" in your work and in your life. She helps business owners tra…

Casey Stubbs began his journey into investing while in the Army at a very young age. With a nominal income and a little self discipline, he was able to build a significant investment "nest egg." Then, in 2008 he developed a website about stock trading which quickly gained web traffic. He now runs his website, his very own podcast, and educates peop…

Red Apple Fireworks started with a Father who came to the USA hoping to catch the American Dream by selling fireworks out of his car in Michigan. Jump ahead decades later, his son's Doug and Mike are now running Red Apple Fireworks. Doug & Mike teach me that fireworks are not just for the 4th of July. People from all over the country buy them for a…

In 2004 Yolanda Stevenson was a Mom just wanting to make sure her young children were able to get to and from school, safely. She started by transporting kids to school with just one vehicle. Jump ahead eighteen years later and she is now operating in multiple areas of Texas and rapidly expanding. taxiMom is making communities safer and giving pare…

I met Mandy Rowe at a franchise event weeks ago where she told me about the concept of "floating" and how it originated with the Navy SEALS. True Rest Float Spa an amazing brand helping people of all ages feel better, reduce pain, and eliminate stress. True Rest guests lay in ten inches of salt water allowing them to relax, meditate, listen to musi…

When most people think of franchising the first thing that comes to mind is fast food, pizza, or quick service restaurants. While these are common businesses, there are also quite a few business opportunities in the non food franchise space. Jon Ostenson specializes in helping people find amazing business opportunities in the non food franchise wor…

Mr. David Weaver is no stranger to business. He got his start owning businesses during some turbulent economic times and rose above it all to find success. On this episode, we discuss why a recession may be the best time to find your passion, own a business, and live the life you always dreamed of. Connect with David on Linkedin here. franchiseyour…

The Holidays and New Year are just around the corner and if you're like most people you're probably saying to yourself, "This coming year I'm going to work out more" or "That's it, I'm going to get more discipled with my fitness goals come January 1st." Jesse and Tiffany Leyva with Outlaw Fitcamp are here to make communities happier, healthier, and…

Joel Neumann has found the "secret sauce" to eliminate the manual "admin" work by using Clienttether to automate his communications with leads. Since working with their team, he has saved time and was actually able to finally enjoy a stress-free vacation thanks to the automation this system provides. Here, Joel and I talk about the value it brings …

Joe Bacani is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. BJJ is a martial art that forces you to learn to get comfortable, being uncomfortable. Here Joe talks about the many benefits it provides, his own school, and his road to success. We address why BJJ is amazing for everyone, young and old. How it can help you develop the skills to be a leader, entre…

Antonio Nieves started out as a foster kid in Las Vegas, NV. He's not even 30, but he has already built an amazing brand called "Funbox." Funbox is a 25,000 square foot bounce house built for young and old alike. This isn't your typical bounce house rental you'd rent from a local business. This is a parking lot sized structure designed and engineer…

Jeri Quinn is no stranger to business. With over 40 years of business experience she has seen her share of challenges and has gained quite a bit of knowledge from them. Now, she coaches companies on how to thrive in the modern employment marketplace, retain good employees, and create a positive internal culture. On this episode we address the conce…

What is carbon cleaning? I asked myself the same question. HHO Carbon Clean Systems is an excellent franchise opportunity that is taking over the transportation and auto maintenance industry. Using innovative technology HHO is revolutionizing cleaning engines and my guest Thomas Fremont is at the forefront of it. Carbon cleaning is reducing emissio…

As a young adult Reena Friedman Watts took advantage of an opportunity to intern for one of the most popular daytime TV shows of the 1990s, "The Jerry Springer Show." This eventually catapulted her into producing other shows and eventually her own podcast with her Dad, "Better Call Daddy." On it, she even interviewed Jerry Springer himself. On epis…

Tom Langan has over 20 years of video production experience. He has coined the term "legendeering" to define a new way to approach sales using video. Using his strategy he's helped his clients grow their business, exponentially. He wants to help you too. On this episode we discuss how you should think about your video marketing approach. How not to…

At the age of 17 Keith Keppner dealt with medical issues that could have brought him down a dark path. Instead, he found a passion for pugilism. Since 2013 he has inspired countless boxers and everyday professionals on how to truly live a better life through boxing. On top of that, he is happy and healthy. Sometimes your toughest opponent is yourse…

Not all of us could face a cancer diagnosis at the young age of 29 with hope and strength, but Sheria Johnson Stallings has. She wants to empower others to do the same no matter what challenges life brings. Her amazing journey has helped her to inspire tons of young people throughout her career and she wants to help you too. Learn more about Sheria…

Signpost's VP of Marketing Laura Nelson talks to us about what she has learned growing up in an entrepreneurial family. She also talks to us about how "word of mouth" marketing has evolved due to the omnipresence of online reviews. We discuss how to use technology (like Signpost) to create a stellar customer experience that will yield more business…

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You may have some fond memories hanging out with friends or family around the Holidays or on a rainy day playing a board game as a kid or teenager. On this episode we talk about why old fashioned board games are still popular, even with the rise of mobile gaming. Why do people still love board games? How can they improve business? Two experts in th…

In this episode, Mia and Dinah tap into the expertise of coach Nicole Alesios to discover how your money mindset and archetype impact your relationship with money, your habits and decisions about money management, saving, investing and outsourcing. About Dr Nicole Alesios Nicole is an economist, money mindset coach and speaker who is passionate abo…

We don't wake up everyday thinking about our business, home, or even auto insurance. That is until we have to file a claim due to an accident or natural disaster. My guest Rob Bowen with Patriotic Insurance Group is here to debunk common myths surrounding insurance. He's also here to educate business people on why buying a lower cost policy could a…

In this episode, Mia and Dinah dive into how to share the mental load, drawing on expertise from relationship expert and psychologist Dr Morgan Cutlip. About Dr Morgan Cutlip Morgan Cutlip has a PhD in Psychology, is a wife, mom to two kids and life-long lover of all things relationships. Dr Morgan's work centres on creative content development for…

The World of digital marketing is ever changing and it is often hard to keep up. SEO expert, University Instructor, and musician, Alan Bush is here to share his ideas of how to develop a strong SEO and content strategy for your business or project. Connect with Alan on LinkedinBy Ryan Arcoraci

In this ep, Mia and Dinah talk to an expert about the life admin side of investing - it's a great way to build your wealth but also comes with paperwork and passwords. While anyone of working age has investments through their superannuation, in the last two years there’s been a surge of first-time share investors. About Sophie Dicker Sophie Dicker …

Jonathan Fodera, President of Integrated Business Financing is prepared to educate and help those looking to get a business loan. We have all heard of a personal line of credit. But, are you aware that there is also a business line of credit too? We cover this topic and so much more on this episode. Learn more at: integratedbusinessfinancing.com…

Father, CEO, and triathlete, Christopher Greco has done quite a bit. After dealing with the loss of his Father as a teenager, he now writes about how to overcome adversity in the modern World. As the CEO of Storewise, he is helping small grocery stores thrive and compete against "big box chains." He encourages you to support your local grocer as th…

In this ep, Mia and Dinah share their experiences and top hacks to streamline life admin for new parents. Conventional wisdom recommends parents-to-be focus their discussions and planning on housework and parenting. But there is a third dimension of domestic life to discuss and organise: life admin. Life admin explodes when you have a baby, just at…

Keith Levensen is an expert in franchising as well as a pretty damn good go-cart driver coming in 1st place in San Diego, CA at a group event we hosted. Keith doesn't holding back showing off his trophy every chance he can. All jokes aside, Keith joins me here to discuss how technology plays a huge part in growing a franchise brand. He talks about …

Did you know that it is entirely possible to get paid $5,000 to $10,000 per gig as an expert speaker? My guest, Leisa Reid in Southern California teaches her clients how to get paid to speak and book more clients. Leisa talks about how speaking can be a better approach over cold calling, and more fun! Get in touch with Leisa at: getspeakinggigsnow.…

Christian Dadulak may be young, but his experience in franchise development far surpasses his years. Christian helps anyone seeking new opportunities find success and a more improved life with franchise ownership. If you're tired of being an employee, bored, or open to new opportunities due to some life changes, Christian may be the one to speak to…

With the cost of living on the rise, a key way to save money is to comparison shop your major household bills. In this ep we’ll help you get an understanding of the payoff to a methodical approach, seven steps to make your choices straightforward and point you to the best comparison websites. We start this episode talking about why you need to make…

Nobody likes to wake up or come home to find cockroaches, ants, or termites infesting their living space. Amanda and Owen with Bust-A-Bug based out of Virginia are here to help those dealing with various pest problems. Yes, they have even dealt a squirrel hiding in a bedroom. I talk to Amanda about how she uses Clienttether to streamline communicat…

At some stage, we all have to navigate appropriate aged care for ourselves or a loved one, so in this episode we turned to aged care expert Grace Petherick to demystify it for us all. Many of us are in the sandwich generation, and are the support people for parents as well as young children. Some of us are also of an age where we’re having to inves…

From her time on Wall St. to growing an online marketing empire over the last decade, Bridget Brady has become a master of social media marketing. She helped a Doctor generate over six figures in one weekend thanks to her social media strategy, and she wants to help you get positive results too. She has an upcoming FREE Masterclass in May of 2022 m…

There is no question it takes talent, heart, and skill to perform in front of thousands with major artists like TLC. Kevin White is one person who has experienced just that. Now the former professional dancer turned life coach wants to help you too. His new book on Fatherhood is about to be released and he may be speaking at a City near you. Kevin …

In part three of our series, John Lee dives more into grand opening strategies for success. We talk about how the franchisors should approach grand opening marketing and even how to get some of those giant scissors to cut your ribbon. Connect with John Lee here. #grandopening #franchise #marketingBy Ryan Arcoraci

On part two of our Grand Opening Success Series John Lee dives further into how important it is to invest the time, finances, and effort to create an amazing grand opening day. We also discuss how to approach an "invite only" event for friends, family, and more. Learn more about John's services here. #grandopening #franchise #marketing…

In this episode, we interview Ayla Toyokawa, certified wedding planner and founder of WedSites, about the key steps in planning a wedding. About Ayla Ayla Toyokawa is a certified wedding planner and founder of WedSites, an all-in-one project management platform designed for collaboration and streamlining the wedding planning process for modern coup…

Part one (of three) of our Grand Opening Success Series, John Lee with Impact Marketing Services talks about how he's helped over 6,000 brands create spectacular grand opening events. He discusses his background starting with Pizza Hut and how he encourages brands to start with a pre marketing strategy roughly 4-5 months before their opening day. Y…

There are challenges to life admin but they’re not what you think they are. In this episode, Mia and Dinah dispel the most common myths they hear that people tell themselves when it comes to life admin. We’ve been talking to people about their life admin for the last 4 years: one-on-one with friends and coaching clients, in corporate presentations …

CPA Michael Reeder can help you better understand the financial side of owning a business or franchise. Setting up your business entity with an expert like Michael will help you lay down the foundation for your future. On this episode Michael explains some of the things business owners often miss when setting up their structure. Learn more at: http…

About Christie Flora Christie Flora is the owner of florandorder, she’s a Time Trainer and Goal Strategist and she’s the one overwhelmed professionals turn to when they want to ‘do life differently’. Christie’s strategies around time management, combined with her heart-centered and gentle approach keeps her clients on track to accomplishing their g…

Are you using Linkedin at all to grow your business, sell your brand, or connect with suppliers and partners? While Linkedin is a great social media tool to network, create opportunities, and brand a business, many professionals fail to use it effectively. Jennifer Elia is an expert in Linkedin marketing, and shares her tips here. Reach out to Jenn…

As a young serial entrepreneur growing up in Long Island, NY to standing up against hate groups in the courtroom in the early 90s, Jeff Schwartz has led quite the life. Jeff is truly an inspiration and wants to share his knowledge and expertise of business ownership with others walking the entrepreneurial path. If you want to achieve great things, …