Each week Jen Graziano takes to the air to discuss important matters of life, planning, caregiving, and sensitive topics that we all need to discuss. You can also watch on https://www.youtube.com/@TimeToTalkWithJen
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Welcome to **Adventures in Business LIVE**, the podcast that takes you on an exhilarating journey through the world of entrepreneurship and leadership. Hosted by the dynamic duo, Mandi and Amani, each episode brings you insightful conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and business trailblazers. From discovering new strategies and tips to sharing personal stories of success and overcoming challenges, **Adventures in Business LIVE** is your go-to source for inspiration and practical ...
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Unlocking Success: Jen Miller on Pickleball, Company Values, and Leading Access DMC (EP #96)
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SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW US TO STAY UP-TO-DATE! POSITIVE REVIEWS ARE ALWAYS APPRECIATED ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ LINKEDIN INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK YOUTUBE WEBSITE Show Notes: In this inspiring episode of Adventures in Business, Mandi and Amani sit down with Jen Miller, co-CEO of Access DMC. Jen shares her journey from discovering the sport of pickleball during the COVID-19 pan…
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"My very first experience with anxiety" (EP #95)
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Mandi and Amani review how important mental health is, and Amani shares his very first experience with how he was able to recognize that anxiety was the cause of his discomfort.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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How To Lead Through Constant Changes (EP #94)
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Eric Jenkins from Noble House Hotels & Resorts joins the show and discusses how to manage change, the unique features of his current property, and how he has created a loyal and collaborative environment.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Mandi and Amani share what social media platforms they spend the most time on midway through 2024 and how to deal with the comparison trap that pops up when you spend time on the social media.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Why Is Your Business So Invisible? (EP #92)
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The rules of the road for media and visibility for your hospitality company are murky. In talks, Jamie Sigler O’Grady expertly cuts through the red tape of press with a machete. Jamie has led her lifestyle brand PR firm, J Public Relations, for over 20 years in global markets. Tune in to hear how she recommends you keep your hotel, restaurant, bar,…
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"Just Because You Can, Doesn't Mean You Should" (EP #91)
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Amani shares the numerous lessons he learned at his latest Brand Builders Group Accelerator event in Nashville.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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How Somatic Breathing Changes Your Life 🫁 (EP #90)
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Join Sepideh Eivazi as she teaches us how to breathe. She'll do a breathing exercise with us and explain the science behind how somatic breathing can help you lose weight, stay focused, and reduce stress—and the importance of doing it during the work day!By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Speakers Bureaus, Agents or Speaker Management Companies? (EP #89)
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Amani and Mandi discuss their perspectives on working with a speakers bureau, an agent, or a speaker management company as they both continue to grow their professional speaking businesses. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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What is Your Sustainability Leadership Style? (Ep #88)
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Our special guest is Courtney Lohmann, CMP, an award-winning leader and expert in CSR and sustainability. With over 23 years in the events, hospitality, and tourism industry, Courtney has channeled her adventurous spirit into helping businesses achieve their sustainability and social impact goals. In 2023, she launched Courtney Lohmann Consulting, …
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"I Need Help With Sales Solicitation" (EP #87)
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Mandi gives Amani a live sales lesson, focusing on soliciting for new speaking business.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Communicate & Collaborate Better with Gen Z (EP 86)
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Taylor Smith joins us to share communication best practices for the Gen Z demographic and how she grew her career in the meetings and events industry. Follow on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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"Save Time & Money by Utlilizing AI" (EP 85)
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We're thrilled to have Akshay Verma, the COO of SpotDraft, join us on the show. Recognized as one of the most innovative companies of 2024, SpotDraft is at the forefront of revolutionizing AI by transforming the tedious task of legal document creation into a breeze, saving businesses both time and money ⌚️💸!…
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Your Adventures in Business Live Show @ (We)Con 2024 (EP #84)
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Tune in to this live Adventures in Business episode while Mandi and Amani were on stage at MPI Southern California Chapter's award-winning conference, (WE)Con 2024, in Newport Beach, California.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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LIVE 🔴 GIFS For Your Business? That's Crazy! (EP #83)
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Elizabeth Doss joins Amani and guest host Tim Mulligan as we discuss the world of GIFS and how it can make you stand out across numerous platforms. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Your Social Media Problems SOLVED! (EP #82)
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Heather Cox returns, and we dive into the latest social media updates from various platforms. Tune in and learn what is coming and what platforms could be on the way out! Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Mandi and Amani share numerous travel hacks to help you as we enter the heavy travel season. Follow on Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Playground or Proving Ground. Creating a more productive work space. (Episode 80)
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Gary Ware sits down with us and shares the difference between a playground and a proving ground. We also discuss the beauty of improv and learn about Gary's TEDx Talk genesis. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522/By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 79) - Mini Episode #17 - Sales Advice!
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Mandi shares a bunch of sales gems during this episode. Bring your pen and paper to this mini. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 78) - Scot Turner
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Scot Turner stops by the show and shares why he decided to go all in on Food & Beverage, concepts behind creating new restaurants and his most memorable hotel openings. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 77) - Mini Episode #16 - (WE)Con Review
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Mandi & Amani reviewed (WE)Con 2024, where they shared the stage together, discussing all things live podcasting.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 76) - Crystal Washington, CSP, CPAE
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Crystal stops by the show and shares what a futurist is, lessons for up-and-coming speakers, and trends that she is watching for the future. Follow on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 75) - Mini Episode #15 - Speaker Preparation
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Mandi and Amani discuss how they prepare for speeches.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 74) - Kim Napolitano
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Kim stops by the show and discusses the future generation of hospitality professionals, the benefits of volunteering on numerous boards and Global Meeting Industry Day (GMID) plans.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 73) - Mini Episode #14 - 1st Quarter Goal Review
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Mandi and Amani review results from their first quarter goals.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 72) - Daniel Hack
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Daniel Hack joins us and discusses gratitude, overcoming unseen obstacles, and the importance of a positive mindset above all.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode #71) - Mini Episode #13 - Book Recommendations
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For this episode, Mandi and Amani highlight one book they have read in the past month that is worthy of recommendation.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 70) - Candice Carcioppolo
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Candice stops by the show and shares the beauty of consistent content creation, how Mandi and she met on a plane ride, and the benefits of multiple-day challenges. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 69) - Mini EP #12 - Feedback
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Mandi and Amani discuss feedback, the best way to receive and give feedback.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 68) - Chris Riccardi
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Chris joins the show today and shares characteristics of great sales people, how to relate to today's generation of professionals and why there is a talent gap in the hospitality industry. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 67) - Mini EP #11 - On the Road
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Mandi and Amani share takeaways from their recent trips to two conferences. Follow on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522 Share, rate, and review our show on the platforms you are using.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 66) - Damona Hoffman
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Damona Hoffman stops by, discusses her new book "F The Fairy Tale" and shares numerous online dating tips. Follow on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522/ Please rate, review, and share this podcast.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 65) -Mini Ep#10 - Professional Associations
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Mandi & Amani chat about the benefits of volunteering with professional associations and non-profits. Follow on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522/ Join us for the live show on Mondays at 4 PM EST / 1 PM PST.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 64) - Clara Carter
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Clara Carter sits down and discusses how she created a conference from scratch during the pandemic, how she has TWO days named after her in San Diego and advice for professionals entering the industry. Follow on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522 Enjoy the show.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 63) - Mini EP #9
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Today, Mandi & Amani discuss family.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 62) - Courtney Stanley
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Courtney stops by and discusses the 2024 Impact Awards, how she is recalibrating her mission, and lessons learned while growing her own business.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 61) - Mandi & Amani Mini EP #8
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For this episode, Mandi and Amani talk about what is In and Out for 2024. Follow on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522 Share, rate and subscribe!By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 60) - Ask Us Anything
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During this special "Ask Us Anything" episode, Mandi and Amani answer questions from the audience and from each other.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode #59) - Mandi & Amani Mini EP #7
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During this mini-episode, Mandi and Amani discuss the Super Bowl in Vegas, the commercials, and everything else. Follow on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522/admin/feed/posts/ Please rate, review, and share the podcast. Thanks!By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 58) - Erika Brunke
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Erika stops by the show and discusses her time working for Google and Apple and how she developed the courage to pursue her creative interests in the past two years. Follow on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 57) - Mandi & Amani Mini EP #6
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For this mini-episode, Mandi and Amani go through the "I am successful when ... " exercise that Scott Ballard shared in the previous episode. Follow on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 56) - Scott Ballard
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Scott Ballard stops by the show and shares the beauty of asking great questions, discusses how his first-grade teacher doubting him provided lifetime fuel, and gives both Mandi & Amani timely advice. Follow us on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522 Please remember to rate, review, and share our podcast with anyone who would find va…
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Adventures in Business (Episode 55) - Mandi & Amani Mini Episode #5
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During this mini-episode, Mandi & Amani discuss the one-word problem they solve and brainstorm options for each other. Very revealing conversation!By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode #54) - Erin King
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World-renowned speaker and author Erin King discusses why she decided to hyper-focus on one thing, the importance of energy management and the benefits of stepping away from social media for six months.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode #53) - Mandi & Amani Mini Episode #4
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During this mini-episode, Mandi and Amani discuss their personal and professional goals for 2024.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 52) - Phyllis Williams-Strawder
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Phyllis, aka the "Brandma" stops by the show and discusses best practices in the branding space, why to stay authentically you and the power of making decisions. Follow us on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522/By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 51) - Mandi & Amani - Mini Episode #3
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During this mini-episode we chat about balance within your personal life and in your business.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 50) - Mandi & Amani - Mini Episode #2
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During this mini-episode, we discuss music and how the importance of including it during live and virtual events.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Salvatore M. Di Costanzo Esq. joins Time To Talk with Jen
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Salvatore M. Di Costanzo Esq. joins Time To Talk with Jen #elderlaw #estateplanning #NYLawyer https://www.plantodayfortomorrow.com/ Salvatore M. Di Costanzo is a partner in the law firm Maker, Fragale & Di Costanzo, LLP located in Rye, New York, and Yorktown Heights, New York. Salvatore is an attorney and accountant whose main area of practice is e…
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Adventures in Business (Episode 49) - Mandi & Amani Mini Episode #1
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For our first mini episode, we discuss sales and how to stand out while staying consistent.By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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Adventures in Business (Episode 48) - Melissa Majors
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Melissa Majors joins us and discusses her proudest moment of 2023, her very first ever speech and how the pandemic changed her. Follow us on Linkedin --> https://www.linkedin.com/company/96592522By Amani Roberts and Mandi Graziano
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