Emergency management is a growing discipline as our world has become increasingly more complex, interconnected, and vulnerable to hazards both natural and human caused. The role of the emergency manager, including leaders in public safety, has expanded and become more vital to cities, counties, states, and large organizations, and much of this work can be contained and effectively managed within projects, be they longer term plans, disaster recovery, mitigation measures or short-term emergen ...
…
continue reading
How do I build and online business? How do I make money online? Am I really ready to leave my 9 to 5? How can I create passive income? How can I grow my Instagram following? How do I run Facebook ads? How do I create a membership site? What are good ideas for lead magnets? What are lead magnets? And the biggest question of all, can I *really* turn my passion into profits? Can I really create a life a freedom? Welcome to the Front Row Podcast for Entrepreneurs where we answer all of these que ...
…
continue reading
If you've been hearing a lot about AI but aren't quite sure how to actually use it in your everyday life, this episode is a must-listen for you. From travel planning to meal preparation, and even personal finances, AI is transforming how we live, work, and play. Tune in to discover practical AI applications and see how you can integrate these tools…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
If You Want To Be Successful In Business, Consider Being Plant-Based with Stefanie Ignoffo
43:09
43:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:09
If you want to be a successful entrepreneur and crush it in your business, you need to listen to this episode with Stefanie Ignoffo. As she says, if you want to make things happen in your business, you've got to put the premium fuel in your tank. And for Stefanie, that premium fuel is a whole food plant-based diet.…
…
continue reading
If you've been feeling stuck in your business or uncertain about your next steps, this episode is a must-listen. It's all about knowing when to persist and when to pivot! Here are some highlights from the episode: Is It Time to Quit?: Discover the difference between a temporary setback (a "dip") and a true dead end. Learn how to strategically decid…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Unleashing the Power of Profitable Online Challenges: Alina Vincent's Winning Formula
49:58
49:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:58
If you're an entrepreneur or business owner looking to grow your audience, establish your expertise, and generate leads, then this episode is a must-listen. Our guest, Alina Vincent, shares her proven formula for running successful and profitable online challenges. Alina is a business strategist, speaker, and international best-selling author. She'…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Coaching Industry's Best-Kept Secret: Todd Herman's Blueprint for Breakthrough
57:49
57:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
57:49
Anyone who knows me knows that my work has been heavily influenced by Todd Herman. I first found him through his program, 90 Day Year, which completely transformed my business, (and my life!) Later I was coached by him in his Basecamp program. So having him on the show was kind of a big deal for me. In fact, I surprised myself by getting emotional …
…
continue reading
In episode 19 of Riding the Wave- PM4EM, my guest was Thomas Croall. We spoke about organizational and operation resilience, how corporations are addressing increasing risk factors in the post pandemic world, and how emergency management and business continuity are integrated into Enterprise Risk Management. A longer bio is given below and contact …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
EP 18 - Stakeholder Mgt with Kit Lee-Demery
22:27
22:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:27
Kit Lee-Demery is an emergency management professional with public, private, and higher education sector experiences. Kit is the Senior Manager of Business Continuity for Proskauer Rose and is responsible for business continuity and crisis management for the firm. Kit is also an adjunct at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Previously, Kit worke…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
EP 17- Risk And Recovery with Todd De Voe, EM Network
40:22
40:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:22
We are kicking off a re-inauguration of the podcast, and I have as my guest Todd T. De Voe. In this episode we discussed risk and recovery topics, including the Gray Rhino, antifragility, disaster risk reduction, and his 30-60-90 day recovery planning framework. See referenced links below his bio.A full version of our conversation can be found at: …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
DM's, Bots, and Gym Lockers: An Epic Marketing Mashup with Miriam Schulman
53:22
53:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:22
Podcast, artist, author, and online businesswoman extraordinaire, Miriam Schulman, joined me again on the show because we had so much to talk about! In this episode, we talked about: How confidence and self-trust are keys to increasing one's confidence and the mindset required to overcome objections in sales. The importance of communication and con…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Back to Basics: Revitalizing Your Business with a Beginner's Mindset
32:42
32:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:42
Are you ready to take your business to new heights by going back to the basics? In our latest podcast episode, we dive into the power of adopting a fresh perspective and revisiting essential strategies that often get overlooked. I hosted a private session for some of the members of my VIP community where we embraced a beginner's mindset and explore…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Most Impactful Things You Can Do Right Now to Get a Handle on Your Finances with Mandyy Thomas
34:20
34:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:20
I met Mandyy Thomas in my program Front Row CEO program and I was completely blown away by her systems-based mind. She is a successful financial coach and the host of the “Intentionally Wealthy” podcast. In this episode, Mandyy talks about: 💰Her own journey to financial success, as a person with ADHD, who didn’t feel like she was really a “numbers …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Navigating the Challenges of a Maturing Business with Jon Loomer
56:16
56:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
56:16
When I first started my business and was learning about Facebook ads, I was obsessed with Jon Loomer’s content. He is arguably the most knowledgeable Facebook ads person out there, but more importantly, he’s a great teacher. He started his business in advanced Facebook advertising beginning in 2012. He experienced some bumps in the road over the pa…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Build a Secret Society with Michael F. Schein
42:11
42:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:11
Today, we’re talking about building a secret society. I know…you’re probably thinking “that's a weird topic”... …but when Michael F. Schein (Head Hype Man at MicroFame Media, and author of the “Hype Handbook”) emailed me and shared that he had been exploring secret societies as a way of building relationships and scaling business, I knew I wanted t…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Quizzes: More Than Just the Best Lead Magnet in the World with Deidra Helmig
24:45
24:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
24:45
Deidra is on a quest to help online entrepreneurs find success on their own terms. She is helping them build a business that will feed their soul and bring them freedom and ease into their lives. In this episode, Deidra answers these questions: 📝 Why are quizzes THE best lead magnet out there? 📝 What are the different ways you can use a quiz in you…
…
continue reading
So often people tell me that they would love to hire a virtual assistant, but they are afraid they won't have enough work for them to do. They dread the thought of having to stay on top of creating new work for the VA. This episode shows you how recurring tasks lists erases this problem! Take a listen and tell me what you think!…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Critical Mindset Shifts When Hiring a Virtual Assistant
12:31
12:31
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:31
In this episode, I talk about the mindset we all need to adopt in order to succeed with a virtual team. Specifically: ✔ Why letting go is important for you to become the visionary and leader of your team ✔ Why you should look at hiring a virtual assistant as an investment rather than as an expense ✔ Why you need to trust your VA rather than being f…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Setting Expectations with your Virtual Assistant
8:37
8:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:37
So often I hear from people who have hired virtual assistants in the past and have been unsuccessful…they are really frustrated. And honestly, I think that 90% of the time it's because of a failure to communicate expectations. The good news is that there are very simple and effective ways to set clear (and reasonable) expectations! In this short ep…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Actual ROI of Having a Virtual Assistant
10:25
10:25
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:25
Last week we talked about how you could go on vacation for a month if you have a VA, and what you can actually expect of them to not only keep your business running, but how to make sure it thrives. Today, I want to talk to you about the thriving part, because a lot of people don't realize that beyond the built-in ROI or return on investment of hav…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
What to Expect From Your VA When You Are on Vacation
12:59
12:59
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
12:59
Can you leave for vacation knowing that your business is fine without you? Well, yes! I just finished a one-month European tour and it was amazing - it was a true vacation! Meaning, I left my laptop at home. I was able to do this because my team kept the business running without me. If you are ready to ditch the laptop and hit the highway, but are …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How to Go From Best-Kept-Secret to The One Who Wrote the Book in just 30 Days with Steve Gordon
33:00
33:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:00
Steve Gordon is a 2-time entrepreneur, bestselling author of 5 books, including “Unstoppable Referrals”, and his latest book, “The Magnetic Author Method”. He's interviewed over 185 world-class entrepreneurs on “The Unstoppable CEO Podcast.” Steve and his team help smart entrepreneurs go from being the best-kept-secret in their industry to being "T…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Your ADHD Brain is A-OK with Tracy Otsuka
47:29
47:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:29
In this brand new podcast episode, I chat with Tracy Otsuka, the host of the podcast, ADHD for Smart Ass Women. In this episode, Tracy shares: ✔️ what ADHD is (and isn't) ✔️ why ADHD looks very different in women than it looks in men ✔️ how every person with ADHD has an area of brilliance ✔️ how having an ADHD brain affects entrepreneurship ✔️ stra…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The Only Framework You Need for Writing Copy That Sells with Danielle Weil
21:20
21:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
21:20
In this brand new podcast episode, I chat with Danielle Weil who has been writing copy since 2006 for top online entrepreneurs like Ryan Levesque, Todd Herman, Josh Turner, Selena Soo, and yours truly.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How to uncover your own remarkability with Rich Brooks
39:58
39:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:58
Our guest today has been on the show before, but I had to have him back because there was so much we needed to talk about! Rich Brooks is the founder and president of Flyte New Media, a digital agency in Portland, Maine, and is a nationally recognized speaker on entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and social media. Today, we’re talking about our o…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Eat Your Plants Off with Stefanie Ignoffo
48:14
48:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:14
In this brand new podcast episode, I chat with Stefanie Ignoffo, the founder of Plantspiration NFP Inc., and Food For Life Instructor with the Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine. This isn’t the kind of conversation you normally hear on the Front Row Entrepreneur podcast, because a good bit of this is about wellness. But when I discovered…
…
continue reading
In this brand new podcast episode, I chat with Michael F. Schein SEO, the founder and president of MicroFame Media, and author of his recent book, “The Hype Handbook”.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
SEO quick wins that you can implement right now with Brian Dean
36:17
36:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:17
Our guest today, Brian Dean, is the founder of Backlinko.com and the co-founder of Exploding Topics. He's been featured on hundreds of major media outlets, including Forbes Inc, Entrepreneur and Fast Company. When I ran across his blog a few months ago, I was completely blown away. In my opinion Brian has mastered what it means to “give value” in h…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Having a team saved my business and my life with Lyndsay Morris
25:09
25:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:09
Lyndsay Morris has been a guest on my podcast before, but since the last time she was here, she’s experienced more challenges in one year than most people face in a lifetime.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
E16 - Preparedness Matters with Vincent Davis
43:35
43:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:35
I spoke with Vincent B. Davis, Founder of Preparedness Matters Consulting and serves as Director of Disaster Services for Feeding America. Prior to joining Feeding America in January 2020, he served as workplace resiliency manager at Amazon, where he developed disaster frameworks to support the company’s 175 corporate offices. Before joining Amazon…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
E15 - Managing Expectations and Role of EM - Todd DeVoe EM Weekly
41:04
41:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:04
I spoke with Todd De Voe, an emergency management educator and the host of EM Weekly, Business Continuity Today, Natural Disaster & Emergency Management Expo’s Prepare, Respond, Recover Show and is also the Produce the EM Student's Show. Todd's involvement in Emergency Response, Emergency Management, Education, and Volunteer Management started when…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
You're dreaming too small with Miriam Schulman
41:16
41:16
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:16
Our guest today is the founder and chief inspiration officer of the top ranked Inspiration Place Podcast, Miriam Schulman. She inspires art lovers to reconnect with creativity, learn new skills and techniques and profit from their art. But even if you aren’t an artist, you’ll love this episode.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
E14- Cyberinsurance- Celia Seigerman Levit, VP Risk Management at Olive Tree Holdings
17:17
17:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:17
This episode features Celia Seigerman-Levit, VP Risk Mgt., Olive Tree Holdings. Prior to Olive Tree Holdings, Celia was the Director of Risk Management at Sotheby's, Yeshiva University, and at the Related Companies, and lead the risk management consulting practice at Alliant Insurance Services, a large National Insurance Broker where her team provi…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
E13 -Cybersecurity-Alexander Grijalva - Security Hourglass
30:54
30:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:54
In episode 13, we talked with Alexander Grijalva, who is an adjunct professor at New York City College of Technology, and owner of Security Hourglass, a cyber risk management consulting company. He is also the Chief Information Security Officer at VillageCare, a community healthcare provider, in New York City.His 30-year cybersecurity career has co…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
E12 -Public - Private/Partnerships in Emergency Management; Steve Gutkin Acting Director of NJOHSP
8:40
8:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
8:40
This podcast episode is a re-edited version of a conversation I had with Steve Gutkin, currently Senior Vice President of Global Crisis Management & Business Continuity at NBCUniversal Media. Steve was formerly the Acting Director of the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness. Prior to serving in that role, he was Deputy Director i…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How to Become an Amazon Seller with Janis Carmena
29:23
29:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:23
In this episode, Janis Carmena shares her journey to creating a multi-six figure e-commerce business on Amazon. In this episode, Janis shares: ✔️ all the ins and outs about the different ways to sell on Amazon (including “retail arbitrage”). ✔️ How anyone can do this...not just the “tech savvy” peeps. ✔️ How to create your own personal brand on Ama…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Why Right Now is the PERFECT time to plan a live retreat
15:22
15:22
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:22
What? Schedule a live retreat in the middle of a pandemic? Yep. Great deals are to be had right now. Platforms like Pinterest and Google report that they have NEVER seen so many searches for travel-related content like they have seen during this pandemic. People are desperate to plan a trip, even if it’s well in the future. But what if you schedule…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
E11 -Disaster Preparedness- Jeff Schlegelmilch, Director of NCDP at Columbia Univ. Earth Institute
26:07
26:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:07
I spoke with Jeff Schlegelmilch, a Research Scholar and the Director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness at Columbia University’s Earth Institute. In this role he oversees the operations and strategic planning for the center. Before becoming director, he served as the center's deputy director for more than five years. He also oversees …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
A Look Behind The Curtain of My 6 Figure Launch
28:40
28:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:40
In this podcast, I really try to demystify the whole process known as a launch, including the pre-launch phase, by peeling back the curtain and telling you what did - and didn’t - work for me.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
3 Files Every Entrepreneur Needs For Success (and my most embarrassing moment)
10:17
10:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
10:17
This is a really short episode, and I think you'll enjoy it. In less than 12 minutes I was able to squeeze in: ➡︎ The 3 most important files you need to have in your business ➡︎ How to use those files for maximum efficiency ➡︎ And one of the most embarrassing moments of my life.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Rapid-fire AMA: How to Hire Your Perfect Match VA
32:52
32:52
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:52
My pop-up group asked great questions. about hiring your perfect VA. When you have the right person, they will be able to handle a variety of tasks that need to get done, AND they’ll also do so much more. Find out how to become the CEO of your business by hiring your perfect VA.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
The "Baby Step Method" for Creating Systems
14:28
14:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:28
Systems are everything when it comes to business growth and business growth. I’d even go as far as to say that systems are the key to happiness! That’s true for me, anyway. I love being able to plug into a good, solid system and take out all of the friction. Friction is bad. In today’s episode I break down the way to create systems for your busines…
…
continue reading
We all have habits, things we do in the same way so much that it’s automatic. We don’t have to think about it; we just do it. Business habits are the same way. It’s really a way to put structure around good habits that are going to help things run smoothly. When these things are getting done regularly with your systems, then you can put your time a…
…
continue reading
Today’s podcast is incredible! I promise you’re going to find this helpful. Guest Greg McKeown the author of Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less. I have read this book 3 times and when I surveyed my business peers asking which book they found most helpful, Greg’s book was mentioned more than any other. In case you haven’t read the book, I…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Rewrite the Rules of Selling with Patty Lennon
40:40
40:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:40
Every day I see business owners and entrepreneurs rewriting the rules. They are blazing their path in new ways and seeing success. Today’s episode is with Patty Lennon who has redesigned her entire business in the last 12 months. You’ll love her story and I hope this inspires you to rewrite the rules and find success your way, on your terms. We cov…
…
continue reading
Have you ever felt like you needed to shake things up or try something new? After being at home for weeks on end, I was looking for some inspiration. What I found helped me see a consistent pattern. There really can be “order” in the chaos.By Jen Lehner
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
E10 - Agile Crisis Leadership with Mark Chubb, Chief Resilience Officer for ManitouNW LLC
9:45
9:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
9:45
This episode features Mark Chubb, Chief Resilience Officer for ManitouNW LLC and Senior Fire Analyst at CODE LLC Corp.This is an extract from the webinar From Surviving to Thriving: How to Manage Crises and Create a Resilient Organization. Marks speaks about the application of agile crisis management in Bangladesh following the Rana Plaza disaster …
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
How to Create Your Brand Voice with Sandra Scaiano
29:47
29:47
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:47
This podcast is with one of my favorite people Sandra Scaiano. She’s a branding, PR, Kajabi and digital marketing expert. I wanted to get her insights on identifying and creating your brand voice. Sandra has a great method for helping her clients do this and she shared it all. You’re going to love how easy she makes it to understand and implement y…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Launches and What's Working Now with Mel Pharr
35:36
35:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:36
We’ve got the online business guru on the podcast today. My friend Mel Pharr joined me. She can talk all aspects of online marketing but in today’s conversation we focused on launches Particularly launching online group programs and/or courses. She didn’t hold back. Listen for the absolute gold from a 7-figure business owner.…
…
continue reading
In the world of blogging, content marketing, and online entrepreneurship, sometimes one of the biggest challenges we face is trying to figure out WHAT TO TALK ABOUT. I know I’m not the only one who has spent the better part of a morning staring at a blinking cursor on a computer screen and feeling discouraged. It happens. When I’m really stuck, I h…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
14 Simple Ways to Make Money Online Right This Second
21:21
21:21
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
21:21
Looking for ways to supplement (or replace) income lost due to the pandemic? I get it. Think simple to do and fast to implement. In addition to this list of ideas, I break down 3 easy ways you can find people who are looking to hire for a variety of tasks and projects. These will help anyone looking for clients and they are really easy to do…
…
continue reading
![Artwork](/static/images/128pixel.png)
1
Stress-Busting Strategies for the Busy Entrepreneur with Christa Biegler
42:44
42:44
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
42:44
I invited Christa Biegler to talk to us about stress and how to combat it. She breaks down the science behind the way our body reacts so we can better understand what to do. She explains that there are good and bad types of stress. Like so many things in life, the first step is acknowledging it and how it shows up. Changes in appetite and my (not n…
…
continue reading