Best Monica Louie Podcasts (2024)

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Building Bridges - Government and Franchising with Monica Yelin 25:21

7M ago25:21

25:21

Discover how local and federal elected officials can assist franchisees and franchisors with a range of issues, including taxes and zoning regulations.By Louie Picazo

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So want to buy a Franchise? Here's what you'll need to know 49:04

8M ago49:04

49:04

If you are looking to buy a Franchise, listen to this! Farha Khaja talks about the "ins and outs" of buying into a franchise.By Louie Picazo

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Hispanic Heritage Month with the HLFLC 42:36

9M ago42:36

42:36

By Louie Picazo

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Bloom Growth - The road to success with Marco Sanchez 34:58

10M ago34:58

34:58

How to grow and organize your franchise business with Bloom GrowthBy Louie Picazo

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PEOLink: How to manage your Backoffice with Luke Kersh 34:21

11M ago34:21

34:21

Get your back office in order with www.peolink.comBy Louie Picazo

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Lets talk Chamber of Commerce 34:33

1y ago34:33

34:33

How your local Chamber of Commerce can benefit franchisees with Amapola Judd Shimp, VP of Partnerships for the SW Chamber of Commerce.By Louie Picazo

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S1 E20 TaxiMom: The Journey of Determination 55:13

1y ago55:13

55:13

By Louie Picazo

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Unleashed Brands: Straight Talk with Michael Browning CEO 30:28

1y ago30:28

30:28

Michael Browning tells all on what makes Unleashed Brands franchisees succesfulBy Louie Picazo

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Anthony Ayala F4 Zee Pt 3 Update 34:54

1+ y ago34:54

34:54

Anthony Ayala from F45 has been busy now he is updating on his next big step!By Louie Picazo

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Arizona HB 2404 Could this slow the pace of Franchising in Arizona? 24:45

1+ y ago24:45

24:45

A proposed HB 2404 that can change how franchising is done in ArizonaBy Louie Picazo CFE

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The birth of a new franchisor with Rob Thomas from WaterRock Financial 43:53

1+ y ago43:53

43:53

Rob Thomas is a long-time entrepreneur. He shares his story on transitioning from a small business to a franchisor!By Louie Picazo

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S1 E15 Inspire to change 30:58

1+ y ago30:58

30:58

What you thought you knew but didn't...what does it take to be a new Zee or a new Zor?By Louie Picazo

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S1 E14 HLFLC Introduction 27:23

1+ y ago27:23

27:23

Learn about a New Diversity Board Inagrural Event at the IFABy Louie Picazo CFE

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CEO Nick Maldonado with TORO Taxes 32:30

1+ y ago32:30

32:30

TORO Taxes Franchise: helping Generations GrowBy Louie Picazo

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F45 Crossfit Part 2 with Anthony Ayala 46:50

1+ y ago46:50

46:50

Get an update from Anthony Ayala on his franchise journeyBy Louie Picazo

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How to Include Charitable Giving in Your Financial Plan, with John Bromley 29:49

1+ y ago29:49

29:49

Do you struggle to give to charity? Perhaps you want to give, but aren’t sure where to allocate your charitable dollars. This week’s guest explains why charitable giving is so important, and shows us an easier way to donate. John Bromley began his career in corporate finance working with PwC and RBC Capital Markets. After developing an in-depth und…

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How to Turn Failure into Success, with Erin Diehl 31:03

1+ y ago31:03

31:03

Do you consider yourself a perfectionist? Do you struggle to accept failure? Too often, our fear of failure holds us back. My guest this week explains that we should not only embrace failure, we should celebrate it. Erin “Big” Diehl is a Business Improv Edutainer, Failfluencer, and Professional Zoombie. Through a series of unrelated dares, Erin cre…

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Tips to Help You In Your Job Search, with David King 30:56

1+ y ago30:56

30:56

The Canadian workplace has undergone massive changes in recent years, with the rise of the gig economy and a shift towards remote work. But does it mean companies have changed how they recruit and hire new talent? My guest this week is an expert on hiring in Canada. He joins me to share tips to help you land a job in 2022 and beyond. David King is …

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What To Consider with Digital Assets and Estate Planning, with David Edey 31:23

1+ y ago31:23

31:23

Have you made your will and named an executor for your estate? Does your executor understand your wishes when it comes closing down your digital assets? If not, you still have some work to do. Anything that’s attached to a login ID and password can be considered a digital asset. If your executor isn’t prepared to handle your various online accounts…

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S1 E11 From Kumon to Finance a story of determination and change 38:18

1+ y ago38:18

38:18

From Kumon to Finance: A story of determination and changeBy Louie Picazo

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What to Do Financially After Your Spouse Passes Away, with Richard Dri 31:35

1+ y ago31:35

31:35

It’s a subject no one wants to think about, but at some point, many people will be forced to endure the loss of a spouse. The emotional toll alone can be overwhelming, but how do you deal with the financial implications when your spouse passes away? It’s an experience this week’s guest had to face. Richard Dri is a financial planner with over 20 ye…

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S1 E10 Veterans in Franchising 29:07

1+ y ago29:07

29:07

Let's Talk X2Zee with our American VeteransBy Louie Picazo CFE

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Getting Prepared to Buy a Home in Any Market Condition, with Bekim Merdita 30:50

1+ y ago30:50

30:50

The price of Canadian real estate is all over the map. We’ve been hearing that prices will continue to fall, but how far and for how long? With so much volatility, how does one know when it’s a good time to buy a house? Bekim Merdita is the Vice President of Sales & Business Development at Rocket Mortgage Canada, a mortgage broker that uses a fully…

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S1 E9 "Adrian Solis, The Story of a Young Immigrant Zee" 25:40

1+ y ago25:40

25:40

From immigrant to an American entrepreneur. An American dream in the making.By Louie Picazo, CFE

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S1 E8 "The Back-Office Zombie" Part 2 27:40

1+ y ago27:40

27:40

Don't be a BOZ!!By Louie Picazo

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S1 E7 "The Back-Office Zombie" with Kerrie Spriggs 29:29

1+ y ago29:29

29:29

Stop being a Zombie and start making Money!By Louie Picazo, CFE

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Inflation is High, Markets are Tanking, How Should You Invest Now?, with Kanwal Sarai 40:50

1+ y ago40:50

40:50

With stock markets in turmoil and sky-high inflation, we haven’t had much in the way of good news as of late. But how does one respond when it seems like our economy is crashing? Do you stay invested or cash out? According to this week’s guest, now isn’t the time to panic, but that doesn’t mean the trouble is over. Kanwal Sarai has been a dividend …

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S1 E6 Hispanic Heritage Month Conclusion Interview Javier Solis 40:25

1+ y ago40:25

40:25

We will talk about providing the tools in producing a successful Zee! with Javier Solis COO of Toro taxes East Coast Division and Co-Chair of the Hispanic Leadership Council.By Louie Picazo, CFE

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Helpful Tips for Designing Your Life, with Matt from Financial Imagineer 35:05

2y ago35:05

35:05

What’s your approach to life? Do you set goals for the future or take things as they come? And if you have a spouse or partner, how do you include them in your plans? This week’s guest has achieved financial independence together with his wife. I met him at Fincon in Orlando, Florida, to discuss the role that lifestyle design played in their early …

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The Power of a Good Network, with Monica Louie & Lacey Langford 35:26

2y ago35:26

35:26

Do you have a career or business venture that you’re trying to grow? If so, how is your network? The very thought of building a network is intimidating for most people, but it doesn’t have to be. For this week’s episode, I reached out to my own network for help. Monica Louie is a former personal finance blogger turned Facebook Ads strategist who no…

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What Is the Outlook for Cryptocurrency and the Blockchain? with Eric Rosenberg 35:10

2y ago35:10

35:10

Want to know more about cryptocurrencies and NFTs or how the blockchain works? It’s a fascinating and ever-changing world, and as you explore it, the possibilities seem endless. Eric Rosenberg is a finance writer, speaker, and consultant. His writing has appeared in publications including the Huffington Post, Business Insider, Investopedia, and man…

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How to Cook Up Extra Cashflow, with Gordon Stein 25:26

2y ago25:26

25:26

Do you find yourself checking your bank account statement every month wondering where all of the money has gone? Do you wonder why you find yourself still living paycheque to paycheque no matter how many raises you get at work? The problem is cashflow, or a lack of it. Gordon Stein is an international keynote speaker, blogger, personal finance expe…

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Protecting Your Financial Health During Divorce, with Kelly Lavallie 39:03

2y ago39:03

39:03

Are you in the midst of a divorce or considering a divorce? The road ahead will have it’s share of difficulty, but you and your spouse can have a more positive outcome depending on how you make some key decisions. My guest this week is a divorce account who understands the financial and emotional toll of divorce, and she joins me to share some expe…

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How to Plan a Regret-Free Life, with Jordan Grumet 36:46

2y ago36:46

36:46

As I get older, I realize just how quickly life moves by. And at the end, I don’t want to leave behind a bunch of regrets. But how do you plan a regret-free life? That’s what this episode is all about. Jordan Grumet was a hospice doctor who discovered the personal finance community through a book called The White Coat Investor. Since then, he left …

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How to Find Great Individual Stocks, with Braden Dennis 35:27

2y ago35:27

35:27

For most investors, a passive index approach is the easiest way to invest for the long-term. But if you’re willing to do the research, individual stocks offer a lot of potential. The challenge is knowing what fundamentals to look for, especially in today’s turbulent markets. Braden Dennis is my guest this week. He’s the founder of stratosphere.io, …

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How to Make Eco-Friendly Upgrades to Your Home, with Jordann Kaye 29:05

2y ago29:05

29:05

An energy-efficient home can save you thousands of dollars and help the environment, but making the necessary eco-friendly upgrades can be very expensive. Thankfully, there are several different federal and provincial home rebates and loan programs that can help to offset the cost. Jordan Kaye is a personal finance expert, green home renovation ent…

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How Private Mortgage Lending Works, with Chad Robinson 28:52

2y ago28:52

28:52

Real estate investing often requires a slow and steady approach, but there is a way to increase your investment returns, through private mortgage lending. You have a chance to become the bank by lending your own money to individuals who need a mortgage, but are outside the box of traditional lenders. Chad Robinson is the president of Align Mortgage…

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The Influences Behind Your Spending Choices, with J.D. Roth and Miranda Marquit 30:45

2y ago30:45

30:45

It’s hard to believe, but we celebrate 200 episodes of The MapleMoney Show this week! Joining in the fun are my most frequent guests from the past four years, and good friends, J.D. Roth and Miranda Marquit. Rather than focus on a single topic for episode 200, I decided to reflect on my previous conversations with J.D. and Miranda here on the show.…

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How to Get the Most Out of Travel Rewards, with Ricky Zhang 37:24

2y ago37:24

37:24

Loyalty rewards programs can be very lucrative, rewarding their members with free flights and hotel stays, and other luxury experiences. But why do they have to be so confusing? This week, I sat down with an expert to find out what really are the best credit card rewards programs in Canada, and how the average Canadian can maximize their earnings. …

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Understanding the Basics of Disability and Critical Illness Insurance, with Kristen Fazio 32:33

2y ago32:33

32:33

When most of us think about insurance, we think of life insurance - protecting our loved ones after we die. But what about insurance to cover you and your family while you’re still alive? This week on The MapleMoney Show, I tackle the subject of disability and critical illness insurance with my guest, Kristen Fazio. Kristen explains how disability …

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Worthwhile Eco-Friendly Upgrades as a Solo Homeowner, with Jordann Brown 29:52

2y ago29:52

29:52

Purchasing an older home and then funding major renovations is hard enough for two people, let alone one. The numbers can get tricky in the current housing market if you’re a solo homeowner. This week on The MapleMoney Show, I brought in an expert. Jordann Brown is a content marketing manager for Zolo and a personal finance expert who writes on top…

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What the Bank Isn’t Telling You About Your Mortgage, with Brighton Gbarazia 31:08

2y ago31:08

31:08

Does applying for a mortgage seem overwhelming? With all of the complicated rules and jargon, it’s easy to feel like you’re at a disadvantage when dealing with your bank or mortgage broker. This week’s guest is here to help. Brighton Gbarazia is a mortgage broker, finance expert, and author of the book, Master Your Mortgage: What the Bank Won’t Tel…

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The Benefit of Having Multiple Emergency Funds, with Alyssa Davies 28:08

2y ago28:08

28:08

Does dealing with your finances cause you anxiety? If so, how do you handle it? My guest this week has a clever approach to conquering money-related anxiety - multiple emergency funds. Alyssa Davies is a content manager for Zolo and the published author of The 100 Day Financial Goal Journal. Her newest book, Financial First Aid, hit stores on May 3…

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Investing in Industrial Real Estate, with Chad Griffiths 43:08

2y ago43:08

43:08

The Canadian real estate industry is buzzing these days, but many people don’t realize that there’s more to real estate than houses and apartment blocks. Industrial real estate is also booming, and there is an opportunity for some investors to buy in. Chad Griffiths has been an industrial real estate broker since 2005 and an investor since 2014. As…

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Renovating Your Home for Resale, with Jennifer Hooper 26:40

2y ago26:40

26:40

When it comes to home renovations, you want to know that the money you spend will lead to a return on your investment down the road. But not all home renos are worth the money when it comes to boosting resale value. How do you know what updates are worth the cost, and which ones to avoid. Jennifer Hooper is a Calgary-based real estate agent with mo…

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Anything Is Possible When You Give, with Bob and Linda Lotich 28:41

2y ago28:41

28:41

When you look around, it’s easy to see how much need there is in our world. But how do you increase your charitable giving when life seems to be getting more expensive every year? For the past 15 years, Bob and Linda Lotich have shared their best money lessons on their award-winning blog, SeedTime, and the SeedTime Money Podcast. They recently wrot…

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Silencing the Critics to Create Online, with Jillian Johnsrud 43:55

2+ y ago43:55

43:55

More people than ever are making money by starting online businesses. But while it might sound simple, online entrepreneurship comes with its own set of challenges. This week’s guest is here to help you find the courage to build something online and fire the haters. After becoming financially independent at 32 years old, Jillian Johnsrud turned her…

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The Return of CBC Street Cents, with Carley Thorne and Mercedes Gaztambide 45:08

2+ y ago45:08

45:08

If you’re of a certain vintage, like me, the name CBC Street Cents is sure to trigger memories from adolescence. The popular Canadian TV show, aimed at teenagers, originally aired on CBC Television between 1989 and 2006. Streets Cents is making a comeback, but this time, it’s not on TV. This week, I sat down to chat with two of the lead content cre…

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How to Win at Insurance and More, with Joe Saul-Sehy 49:49

2+ y ago49:49

49:49

Money can be complicated, even for the experts. It’s why my guest this week hires a financial planner, even though he was a financial advisor for more than 15 years. He joins the show to share some outside-the-box money tips, including how to win at insurance, the value of timelining your goals, why focusing on risk tolerance is a problem, and why …

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How to Make Talking About Money Easy, with Michelle Arpin Begina 32:11

2+ y ago32:11

32:11

Why are so many people afraid to ask for help when they’re having money trouble? What about opening up to a spouse or partner about their shared finances? My guest this week shares the 3 steps you can take to make talking about money easy. Want to know more? Don’t miss this episode! If you still think of wealth as a numbers game, you haven’t met Mi…

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