Best Sid Ragona Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 15. The Manufacturers Rep Advantage 12:21

14h ago12:21

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Let us know your thoughts... The Rep Model: Uncovering Value from the Principal's Perspective In this episode of Deep Dive, the focus shifts to the value of the representative model from the principal's perspective. The discussion covers why companies opt for reps instead of building internal sales teams, highlighting key benefits such as cost savi…

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Episode 14. Essential Guide: Business Model Canvas vs. Full Business Plan 7:07

8d ago7:07

7:07

Let us know your thoughts... The Essential Guide: Business Model Canvas vs. Full Business Plan. In this episode, we explore the importance of planning for starting a representative (rep) business. We discuss whether a 20-page formal business plan is necessary, or if a Business Model Canvas (BMC) can be a viable alternative. Featuring insights from …

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Episode 111: Serial Entrepreneur and Business Coach: Clint Day 59:17

6d ago59:17

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Send us a text Rethinking Business: Lessons in Entrepreneurship with Clint Day. In this episode, hosts Tamara McDuff and Sid Ragona interview Clint Day, a serial entrepreneur and business coach. Clint discusses the importance of systematizing business operations, leveraging AI, and maintaining a work-life balance. He highlights the effectiveness of…

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Episode 13. Maximizing Your Rep Journey with MANA 11:09

9d ago11:09

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Let us know your thoughts... Maximizing Your Rep Journey with MANA: Tools, Resources, and Strategies In this episode, we delve into the invaluable resources available for reps through MANA, the Manufacturers' Agents National Association. We cover key players in the support system, including seasoned reps, SCORE mentors, and the critical addition of…

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Episode 12. SCORE Mentors & Building Your Rep Firm 7:22

16d ago7:22

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Let us know your thoughts... The Essential Role of SCORE Mentors in Building a Successful Rep Firm. In this episode, the hosts explore the importance of including SCORE mentors in the advisory teams of new representative firms. They discuss the invaluable, free business advice provided by SCORE, a nonprofit with over 10,000 volunteers nationwide, w…

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Episode 11. Tales From The Trenches: Unlocking Success with Jerry Leth 5:59

23d ago5:59

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Let us know your thoughts... Unlocking Success with Jerry Leth: Insights from a Top Manufacturers' Rep. In this episode, we delve into the career journey of Jerry Leth, a seasoned manufacturer's representative who rose to become the VP and GM of the Manufacturers Agents National Association (MANA). Jerry shares how his career took unexpected turns …

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Episode 10: Tales From The Trenches: Frank Muto 6:19

1M ago6:19

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Let us know your thoughts... Entrepreneurship in the Electronics Rep Industry: Lessons from Frank Muto. In this episode of our deep dive series, we explore the journey of Frank Muto, an entrepreneur with 30 years in the electronics rep industry. Frank built and successfully sold his business, the Frank J. Muto Company, and now serves as a SCORE men…

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Episode 09: Tales From The Trenches: Insights of Scott Lau 17:44

1M ago17:44

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Let us know your thoughts... Unlocking the Power of Secondary Principles: Insights from Scott Lau In this episode, we explore the intricate world of independent manufacturers reps with insights from industry veteran Scott Lau, who has a remarkable 46-year career as the president of Marcor Associates and a consultant. Lau’s article focuses on the of…

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Episode 110. Marie Kamp with Junior Achievement of Central Upstate NY 55:34

1M ago55:34

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Send us a text Exploring the Impact of Junior Achievement with Marie Camp In this episode of Rethinking Business Success Sauce and Two Pickles, hosts Tamara McDuff and Sid Ragona interview Marie Kamp, Vice President of Programs and Learning Experiences at Junior Achievement (JA). Marie provides an in-depth look at JA's diverse programs aimed at ins…

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Episode 08: Starting a Rep Company: Insights from Industry Veterans 6:11

2M ago6:11

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Let us know your thoughts... Starting a Rep Company: Insights from Industry Veterans This episode dives deep into the essentials of starting a representative (rep) company with invaluable advice from seasoned experts Sid Ragona and Frank Muto. Both experienced reps and certified SCORE mentors, Sid and Frank's experiences are discussed on critical t…

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Episode 07: Building Your BAIL Dream Team: Essential Business Partners for New Manufacturers' Reps 7:29

2M ago7:29

7:29

Let us know your thoughts... Building Your Essential B.A.I.L. Team for Business Success In this episode, we discuss the crucial but often overlooked step of starting a business: assembling your B.A.I.L. team—Banker, Accountant, Insurance Agent, and Lawyer. With insights from industry expert Sid Rigona and information from the SCORE website, we high…

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Episode 109: Flossie Hall of the Stella Foundation 57:58

2M ago57:58

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Send us a text Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey with Flossie Hall of the Stella Foundation In this episode of 'Rethinking Business: Success Sauce and Two Pickles,' hosts Tamara and Sid welcome Flossie Hall from the Stella Foundation to discuss her journey in entrepreneurship. Flossie shares insights on starting and scaling a business, includi…

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Episode 06. Bootstrapping Startup Financing 12:07

2M ago12:07

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Let us know your thoughts... Bootstrapping Start-Up Financing. An in-depth discussion on bootstrapping as a strategy for financing a new rep company. This episode covers the advantages and challenges of bootstrapping, ways to source initial funding, and the mindset and strategies required for success. 00:45 Introduction to Bootstrapping 01:18 Boots…

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Episode 05. Sales Commissions Timelines 7:47

2M ago7:47

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Let us know your thoughts... Sales Commission Timelines. In this episode, we dive deep into what it takes to build a career as a sales rep, focusing on understanding sales commission timelines. Sid Ragona, a veteran sales rep with nearly 20 years of experience, shares his insights on the stages from onboarding to receiving the first commission chec…

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Episode 04. Starting a Rep Company: Essential Expenses 6:23

3M ago6:23

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Let us know your thoughts... Starting a Rep Company: Essential Expenses. In this episode, the hosts delve into the essentials of starting a rep company, focusing on the often underestimated startup costs. They are joined by Sid Ragona, a seasoned rep and SCORE business mentor, who shares his journey and the importance of frugality and strategic inv…

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Episode 03. Can You Launch a Rep Company While Keeping Your Day Job? 6:52

3M ago6:52

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Let us know your thoughts... Can You Launch a Rep Company While Keeping Your Day Job? In this episode, we delve into the complexities of starting a rep company while still working a full-time job. We discuss the allure of becoming your own boss and the potential pitfalls of this dual commitment. Our guest, Sid Ragona, a seasoned rep and SCORE busin…

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Episode 02. Funding Yours Rep Business: Do You Need Savings? 6:42

3M ago6:42

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Let us know your thoughts... Funding Your Rep Business: Do you need Savings? In this episode, we explore the critical question of whether you need savings to start a manufacturer's rep business. Featuring insights from veteran rep Sid Ragona, we delve into the importance of financial preparedness and highlight four main areas of risk that new reps …

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Episode 01. The Manufacturer's Rep Career 7:44

3M ago7:44

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Let us know your thoughts... The Manufacturer's Rep Career: Starting a rep company. In this episode, the hosts delve into the essentials of starting a rep company, focusing on the often underestimated startup costs. They are joined by Sid Ragona, a seasoned rep and SCORE business mentor, who shares his journey and the importance of frugality and st…

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Episode 00: Repping 101 Becoming a Manufacturer's Rep 3:07

3M ago3:07

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Let us know your thoughts... The Launch Episode of Repping 101 In the kickoff episode of Repping 101, hosted by Sid Ragona, discover the evolution of this project from a book to a micro podcast. This podcast is tailored for sales professionals and support personnel aspiring to launch their own sales representative company. Sid discusses crucial ent…

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Episode 108: Kelsey Flannery of KaeRae Marketing: Unlocking Google: Tips for Small Business Success 53:52

3M ago53:52

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Send us a text Unlocking Google: Tips for Small Business Success with Kelsey Flannery of KaeRae Marketing https://www.kaeraemarketing.com/ In this episode of 'Rethinking Business, Success Sauce and Two Pickles,' hosts Tamara McDuff and Sid Ragona are joined by Kelsey Flannery from KaeRay Marketing. They dive deep into the world of Google, from its …

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Episode 107: Kyle Lilly of Lilly Communications a Social Media & Marketing firm 51:31

3M ago51:31

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Send us a text Kyle Lilly of Lilly Communications https://lillycoms.com/ In this episode of Rethinking Business - Success Sauce and Two Pickles, hosts Tamara MacDuff and Sid Ragona welcome Kyle Lilly, CEO and founder of Lilly Communications, a social media marketing and management firm. The discussion dives into Kyle’s entrepreneurial journey, the …

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Episode 106. Rutherford Pascal: Founder of Glass Walls Leadership : Sales, Leadership Development, Coaching 54:48

4M ago54:48

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Send us a text Unlocking Leadership Potential with Rutherford Pascal https://glasswallsleadership.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles. Greater Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast. In this episode of 'Rethinking Business', our Two Pickles engage in a compelling conversa…

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Episode 105. Sophia Malchoff of Country Luxe Co, a Luxury Candle Company 1:02:58

4M ago1:02:58

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Sophia Malchoff, founder of Country Luxe Co, a handcrafted candle company located in Newark, NY. https://countryluxeco.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles. Greater Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast.…

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Episode 104. Timothy Mattice of TPM Tile & Marble - Master Tiler 59:42

5M ago59:42

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Timothy P. Mattice owner of TPM Tile & Marble. He is a master tiler and can help you with all of your tiling needs. email: [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/.../TPM-Tile-Marble-Timothy-P.../ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two …

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Episode 103. Kristin Quattlebaum: Founder of KQ Coaching LLC, Purpose Guide & Master of Intuition 42:25

5M ago42:25

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Kristin Quattlebaum, Founder of KQ Coaching LLC. She is a Purpose guide and Master of Intuition. She helps people discover their true purpose by combining intuition and logic, offering coaching on emotional healing and personal alignment. https://www.kqunplugged.co/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff(pickle#1) and Sid Ra…

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Episode 102. Susan Vernick, founder of Etiquette Chics 46:18

7M ago46:18

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Susan Vernick of Etiquette Chics, Providing a passionate approach to teaching etiquette & manners for all. www.theetiquettechics.com Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles. Greater Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast.…

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Episode 101. Jazz Williams: Jazzcast Pros Podcast Network & and Host WDKX-FM 50:17

8M ago50:17

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Jazz Williams, owner and creator of JazzCast Pros Podcast Network @JazzyTOnAir is a Host and Producer delivering news and branded entertainment content on television, radio and podcast platforms. Another project of hers is Hustle for Health, offering holistic health benefits. She is also a Host at WDKX-FM http:…

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Episode 100. Assunta Davidson: Program Manager at RIT - Center for Urban Entrepreneurship (CUE) 51:22

8M ago51:22

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Assunta Davidson a multitalented influencer and innovator and is currently the program manager at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) RIT Center for Urban Entrepreneurship (CUE). https://www.rit.edu/cue/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce…

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Episode 99: Diane Drey: SCORE Mentor and creator of Money 101 Education 54:36

9M ago54:36

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Send us a text Our guest is Diane Drey, a SCORE Mentor and creator of Money 101 Education, where she empowers and teaches women and entrepreneurs to take the Fear out of Finance Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles. Greater Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast. https://money1…

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Episode 98: Kat Sweeney of All Belong specializing in ADHD Life Coaching 54:47

10M ago54:47

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Kat Sweeney, owner of All Belong and a Master Certified Life Coach, specializing in ADHD. https://www.allbelong.com/about/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles. Greater Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast.…

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Episode 97: Justen Arnold: Author & Entrepreneur helping others live their best life 55:26

10M ago55:26

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Justen Arnold who is an Author, Entrepreneur, Nutritionist & Movement Expert in Person & Online, helping others live their best life: Mentally, Physically, Spiritually, & Emotionally. https://justenarnold.com/ https://flexxmp.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Busi…

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Episode 96: Tim Arsenault: Visual Artist and Professional Voice Over Talent 55:59

11M ago55:59

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Send us a text Our guest this week is TG Arsenault, a visual artist specializing in paintings and a professional voice over artist. TG Arsenault Artist Site and Gallery: www.tgarsenault.com Tim Arsenault Voice Over Talent Site: http://www.timarsenaultvo.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle#2) of Re-Thinking Business: Succ…

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Episode 95: Joanne Brokaw: Author, Performer and Teaching Artist 58:52

12M ago58:52

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Joanne Brokaw, Author, performer, and teaching artist where through a variety of techniques, she encourages people of all ages to discover the joy of self-expression. https://www.joannebrokaw.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona Ph.D. (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two P…

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Episode 94. Lindsay Ward, Regional Director of Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 57:29

1y ago57:29

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Lindsay Ward, Regional Director of SBDC at SUNY Brockport. (Small Business Development Center). The trained advisors at SBDC provide free and confidential counseling for a wide range of management and technical assistance for small businesses. www.sbdcbrockport.org Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ra…

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Episode 93. Kijana Crues: Entrepreneur and Artist 49:15

1y ago49:15

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Kijana Crues. She is a Writer at Aspiring Novelist, Singer/Songwriter/Musician and Professional Photographer at Kijana Crues Imaging, LLC http://bebravemagazine.com/ http://kijanacruesimaging.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona Ph.D (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pi…

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Episode 92. Kyvaughn Henry: KH-MPH Consulting, Building Capacity 54:39

1y ago54:39

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Kyvaughn Henry, MPH owner of KH-MPH Consulting: Building Capacity through Cost-Effective Solutions! Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona Ph.D (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast.By Kyvaughn Henry, Pickle #1 Tamara MacDuff & Pickle #2 Sid Ragona

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Episode 91: Matthew Burrell - WMBE - Supplier Diversity Manager 56:35

1y ago56:35

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Matthew Burrell where he is the Supplier Diversity Manager of the Minority & Women Owned Business Enterprises of Monroe County NY assisting with certifications for government contracts and procurements. https://www.monroecounty.gov/dei-mwbe Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Th…

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Episode 90. Sam Maloney: Photographer 57:06

1y ago57:06

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Sam Maloney of Sam Maloney Photography. He finds inspiration from the autism community, which has been his support system and home-away-from-home since being diagnosed at age three. https://www.sammaloneyphotography.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff(pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Succ…

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Episode 89. Letoya Palmo owner of Palmo's Goodies 50:42

1+ y ago50:42

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Letoya Palmo. She is creating a business called Palmo's Goodies where they streamline the process & ship fresh goods, perishables and other goodies to inmates. [email protected] Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCOR…

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Episode 88. Brittany Jones - Mama J's Southern Lemon Pound Cakes 44:50

1+ y ago44:50

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Brittany Jones, Founder of Mama J's Southern Lemon Pound Cakes. Their goal is to bake their pound cakes with love and joy while supporting hunger initiatives! Hosted by Tamara MacDuff(pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast. Ema…

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Episode 87. Sylvia Ryndock: Real Estate Broker 57:49

1+ y ago57:49

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Sylvia Ryndock of Ryndock Realty LLC, discussing her journey in Real Estate, Social Media, & being a Pastor. Hosted by Tamara MacDuff(pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCORE's weekly podcast. https://www.ryndockrealty.com/about-us/…

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Episode 86: Robin Taney, A Public Relations Strategist 58:07

1+ y ago58:07

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Send us a text Our guest this week this week is Robin Taney of Studio 4 PR where she helps creative entrepreneurs get noticed by their ideal client without having to rely on traditional media. https://www.studio4pr.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCO…

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Episode 85. Christine Gigante of Woof's Canine Club & Indoor Park 56:00

1+ y ago56:00

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Send us a text Our guest this week this week is Christine DeGolyer Gilbert Gigante of Woofs Canine Club & Indoor Dog Park where their mission is to bring dog families together in a safe, fun, and holistic way and to change the world one dog park at a time. https://www.woofscc.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re…

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Episode 84. Noelle Boone: Porcupine Jewelry 48:28

2y ago48:28

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Send us a text Our guest this week this week is Noelle Boone of Creature Teacher Jewelry where she designs and creates jewelry made from the quills of her porcupine named Mr. Bean. https://www.facebook.com/creatureteacherjewelry Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Roch…

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Episode 83. Kate Pellett of Causewave Community Partners 58:17

2y ago58:17

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Kate Ryan Pellett, COO of Causewave Community Partners. They make communities stronger by bringing voice to diverse public issues and needs and building capacity within nonprofit organizations. https://www.causewave.org/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Suc…

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Episode 82. Ervin Starr and Tanya Hasseler of IBERO: a multi service agency for Latinos 53:45

2y ago53:45

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Send us a text Our guests this week are Ervin Starr and Tanya Hasseler of Ibero; A dual-language multi service agency that uplifts, empowers, and advocates for Latinos and the underserved. https://www.ibero.org/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona(pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCORE's week…

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Episode 81. Barry Childs: Founder of Africa Bridge, a nonprofit to empower Tanzanian families to protect, support, and care for vulnerable children 56:42

2y ago56:42

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Barry Childs, founder of Africa Bridge. Africa Bridge is a nonprofit, rural economic development organization dedicated to improving the lives of the most vulnerable children and their caregivers. Their work helps guardian families help themselves and escape extreme poverty. They offer families and the vulnerab…

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Episode 80. Anne Leah Mauro: SCORE Mentor & Entrepreneur 1:04:42

2y ago1:04:42

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Send us a text Our guest this week is Anne Leah Mauro, owner of Anne Leah & Co LLC; A business consulting company where she helps rebel entrepreneurs achieve Work+Life+Family Integration with DIY,DWY+DFY products & services. www.anneleah.co Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona(pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pi…

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Episode 79. Julie Chapus, Founder of Miss Julie's School of Beauty 52:59

2y ago52:59

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Send us a text Our guest is Julie Chapus, Founder of Miss Julie's School of Beauty, a nonprofit cosmetology school, empowering survivors of human trafficking through vocational training. While several organizations in Rochester do excellent rescue and rehabilitation work, they pick up where other programs end. https://www.missjuliesschoolofbeauty.o…

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Episode 78. Jim Gertner and Kelly Brown Lonis of MCC Economic Workforce Development 56:39

2y ago56:39

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Send us a text Our guests are Kelly Brown Lonis and James Gertner of MCC's Economic and Workforce Development Center & Corporate College. Helping you and your employees achieve success. https://workforceforward.com/ Hosted by Tamara MacDuff (pickle#1) and Sid Ragona (pickle #2) of Re-Thinking Business: Success Sauce & Two Pickles, Rochester SCORE's…

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