Damien McClinton! Owner of FIVE STAR CPR And Firefighter Paramedic!

Our special guest today Damien provides services in CPR/AED, Healthcare Provider, First-Aid Provider, Bloodborne Pathogens, Haz-Mat (review) training.

Damien travels extensively every year in the Chicago And Milwaukee Area training and equipping the general public in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Automated External Defibrillator, First-Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens and Haz-Mat Review so if  called upon his students can safe a life.

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* Why you should learn CPR

* CPR benefits

* Damien gives one-one training and keeps class small so that everyone can learn the skills well

* Learning CPR is very inexpensive

* Are you in CPR mode or First-Aid Mode???

* What is the proper CPR sequence now

* What is hands only CPR???

* Damien will follow up with his Automated External Defibrillator clients for updates on software or information needed to properly use AED devices

* AED is simple to use with the proper training

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Damien McClinton Business Line: 877-312-2899

* Damien McClinton Website

* Damien Contact Information/Register

* Email Damien McClinton

* United Way of Metropolitan Chicago

* Donate To Our Soldiers

* David Rigney is the Founder & Host Near North Suburbs Of Chicago Advice Givers™

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Email David Rigney

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

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Dr. Amy Cortis, Graduating from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, she continued her studies at the National University of Health Sciences with a Doctorate of Chiropractic, a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Certification in Acupuncture & Meridian Therapy, specializing in combining chiropractic treatment and acupuncture, Dr. Amy Cortis tailors an individualized and focused treatment for the specific imbalances of each patient.

Her mission is to treat your immediate needs while providing you with a strengthening program that leads you to long term health and well being.

Today’s guest on the NNSCAG Podcast 008, Welcoming Back To The Show From Episode 03, Dr. Amy Cortis And She Talks About 5-7 Ways To Prevent Back Pain…

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* How To Prevent Back Pain

* 30 Million Americans Are Effected By Back Pain Each Year

* 50 Billion Dollars Is Spent Each Year To Prevent And Try To Eliminate Back Pain

* Improper Lifting Of An Object

* Everyday activities to prevent back pain

* Dr. Cortis talks about having good posture

* How to prevent back pain when working behind a deck all day at work

* Several ways during your life that can cause back pain

* What are the 5-7 things that can benefit you when you see Dr. Amy Cortis.

* Your diet is very important to prevent back pain

* How does acupuncture benefit you when you have back pain

* Chiropractic and acupuncture are very safe professions

* Dr. Amy Cortis sees her patients every step of the way during the healing process

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Dr. Amy Cortis

* Dr. Amy Cortis Direct Phone: 773-320-0189

* E-Mail: [email protected]

* Article: How Does Acupuncture Work and the Benefits and the Use of Acupuncture for Weight Loss

* Article: Top 5 Tips and Tricks for Not Gaining Weight Around the Holidays

* Every Mother Counts

* St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

* Straighten Up America

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

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Curtis Staiger has been a Professional Photographer for the last 1o years in real estate.

I met Curtis Staiger about 8-10 years ago from another Realtor who spoke very highly of Curtis about how he was able to take awesome pictures of a home to use to sell the home. 

I knew that I had to get him on The Podcast.  And guess what?  he agreed!

As many of you know, I am a Realtor / Broker in Chicago Land Area, so this episode is especially meaningful to me. It is very important to share with everyone I talk to that you need Great Pictures of your home when selling your home to get the most profit.

This is our 7th episode!  Curtis Staiger, what he can do with a camera is incredible.  I’m always thrilled when I get the pictures back from a home Curtis just took for one of my clients.  It’s like watching color TV in crystal clear stunning High Definition.  There’s NO comparison.  And it’s not just the camera and the lighting, what Curtis does with these photos once he picks out the best 25 or 30 best photos that he tells the home’s story.  I’m just honored to have him on my team, working his skills on behalf of my clients.

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* Curtis shares with us why you need a Professional Photographer To Help You Sell Your Home

* A Professional Photographer does a lot of prep work to make the pictures look good for the final product

* How Curtis believes in and provides Great Service To His Clients, Sellers and Realtors

* Curtis is very dependable when hiring his services

* You need to have the buyer recognize a home with-in a couple of seconds on the internet or you will lose the buyer for good

* Curtis will walk you through the process every step of the way

* Curtis has several package photographer options for you to choose from to show off your home in the best light to sell

* Curtis shares with us about the prep work and preplanning that goes into taking pictures for a home that is getting ready to sell

* Connecting with the buyer is short lived and you need to capture a buyer with the pictures fast to sell your home

* Curtis knows his job is to get the buyer shopping on line to Stop at one of his pictures and the buyer to call their Realtor and say they want to see that home Now!

* How important it is for the home to be positioned with the pictures at the beginning

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Curtis Staiger’s Direct Line: 773-430-6980

* Curtis Staiger Facebook Page!

* Email Curtis Staiger

* Purple Heart Donation

* A Value Driven Approach To Selling Real Estate

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Email David Rigney

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

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Theresa Lobraco! Interior Designer And A Certified Home Stager for 14 Years!

Our special guest today is Theresa Lobraco and she does an “Amazing Change” in the home industry either selling, buying or living in your current home.

I am very excited today because I am interviewing  Theresa Lobraco who is part of my team.  I work with Theresa helping my Clients reach their real estate goals in selling their home for the most profit.

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* Why A Staged Home will sell quicker

* Staging a home is not costly

* If you want to sell your home in a few weeks, call a Certified Home Stager and A Realtor To Show You How.

* How and why Theresa started staging homes

* How Theresa visualizes and puts herself in the buyer shoes when staging a home

* How Theresa supports her clients through the process of selling, buying or living in their current home

* Why you should depersonalize your home when selling

* Theresa shares with us her tricks when staging a home

* Why your home is sitting on the market and not selling

* Why you need to tell a story when selling your home

* Theresa shares with us why you need to have your home in Great Shape when selling

* How to stage a vacant home

* Theresa explains to us that it is all about the buyers emotions when selling a home

* Why a home that shows “A Staged Home” displayed on the for sale sign is very important

* Theresa shares with us solving the problem of a bad odor in your home

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Theresa Lobraco Office Line: 630-539-4330 or Direct Line: 630-440-8745

* Theresa Lobraco Facebook Page!

* Comfort Socks For The Homeless

* Email Theresa Lobraco

* David Rigney is the Founder & Host Near North Suburbs Of Chicago Advice Givers™

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Email David Rigney

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

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Dan Pietroske Owner of Association Application Group serves the non-profit community and educational organizations in the Chicago Land Area.  AAG works in the space where creativity, education and technology meet.

Our guest today on the podcast, Dan Pietroske, a friend for over 20 years has specialize in connecting the gap between technology and business.   Special services they provide is meeting planning, abstract collection of data, meeting scheduling, mobile apps, web apps, technology education sessions, speed networking and much more.

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* How to bridge the gap between technology and business

* If You Are Not Tech-Savvy Then Dan Can Help You Bridge The Gap

* How to connect your business and technology 24 hours a day

* How to make it simple to organize large amount of data

* How to smooth your workflow with technology

* How apps and other technology helps connect members in meetings

* Dan talks about how to save time when using technology for your business

* How to connect your data with other business you are working with

* Save time and money for non-profit business to operate

* Let the software do the work for you even after hours when your business is closed

* What is a gamification app and how can you use the app to boost your productivity in your business?

* What is an ePosters?

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Dan’s Company Website

* Dan Pietroske Direct Phone #847-512-4412

* Email Dan

* Solid Rock Carpenters

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

* Email David Rigney Host Of The Podcast

Thanks for joining me again this week. If you have any tips, suggestions, or comments about this episode, please be sure to leave them in the comment section below.

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Cescily Washington! Performing Fine Arts Teacher For 16 Years!

I met Cescily Washington from my wife, Veronica, after chatting about fine arts in schools or the lack of fine arts in schools these days.  I learned all about the businesses Cescily was involved in, and was super inspired!

I knew that I had to get her on The Podcast. And guess what? She agreed!

As many of you know, I have one kid of my own, so this episode is especially meaningful to me. Even if you don’t have kids, there’s a lot of golden nuggets in this episode that you can learn from.

This is our 4th episode!   Cescily Washington shares with us Performing Fine Arts is alive and well in Chicago Land Area and how we need to keep it alive for our children.  The public and private schools do not have the monies to run the Fire Arts programs and we need everybody’s help in keep the arts alive and well.

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* Cescily shares with us how she introduced the wonderful Chicago Performing Art programs into the schools

* How the school culture has changed for the better and Cescily continues to enhance the culture

* Cescily shares with us on how surprised parents are when they see their child perform

* How children’s minds open up to the Performing Fine Arts and a new craft in their life

* Performing Arts are much more then just fun for the children and students

* How the performing arts make someone a well rounded person

* Cescily explains how important a teacher that is also Performing in the Arts is very important for the student to learn from

* How Performing Arts plays a important role in children development

* How you can learn about the Performing Arts In Chicago Land

* How to approach your school to introduce Performing Arts in the school’s curriculum

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Cescily Washington’s Website

* Contact Cescily

* Cescily Washingtons’s Direct Line: 312-972-9808

* Email Cesciily

* David Rigney is the Founder & Host Near North Suburbs Of Chicago Advice Givers™

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Email David Rigney

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

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Dr. Amy Cortis, Graduating from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, she continued her studies at the National University of Health Sciences with a Doctorate of Chiropractic, a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Certification in Acupuncture & Meridian Therapy, specializing in combining chiropractic treatment and acupuncture, Dr. Amy Cortis tailors an individualized and focused treatment for the specific imbalances of each patient.

Her mission is to treat your immediate needs while providing you with a strengthening program that leads you to long term health and well being.

Today’s guest on the podcast, Dr. Any Cortis, has worked in the Chicago area for over 10 years. First as Associate Doctor of Chiropractic at the Back & Neck Pain Clinic in two office locations: Franklin Park and River Forest, Illinois. She was also a member of the Gottlieb / West Towns Physicians Hospital Organization. Dr. Cortis now fulfills her vision with her own practice located in the Lincoln Park area of Chicago, Illinois.

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* How To Cure Muscular and Skeletal System Disorders Without Using Drugs or Surgery.

* How Dr. Amy Cortis strengthening program leads you to a long term health and well being.

* Dr. Cortis’s diagnosis process and how she can tailor her schedule around yours.

* How Dr. Amy Cortis evaluates her patients and treats accordingly.

* How Dr. Cortis works well with other Doctors and looks after your wellbeing.

* What is the cracking sound when a chiropractor adjusts you?

* What are the 5-7 things that can benefit you when you see Dr. Amy Cortis.

* How does acupuncture benefit you.

* Chiropractic and acupuncture are very safe professions.

* Dr. Amy Cortis sees her patients every step of the way during the healing process.

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Dr. Amy Cortis

* Article: How Does Acupuncture Work and the Benefits and the Use of Acupuncture for Weight Loss

* Article: Top 5 Tips and Tricks for Not Gaining Weight Around the Holidays

* Every Mother Counts

* St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

* Dr. Amy Cortis Direct Phone: 773-320-0189

* E-Mail: [email protected]

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

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Dr. Bruno Cortis is a multi-passionate doctor, coach, and wellness innovator who thrives on having a positive impact in the world.

Dr. Bruno Cortis, Powerful Engaging Speaker, works with people who are determined to achieve or promote heart health and general wellness by reducing stress and by discovering other pathways to physical and mental well-being.

Reducing the Physical, Mental and Financial Costs of Heart Disease 

Our Guest Today, Dr. Bruno Cortis, for the past 25 years has worked with heart patients, hospitals, groups of physicians and nurses, businesses, and non-profit organizations. His goal: to help alleviate the effects of stress and to promote heart health.

Heart patients and other interested people who have worked with Dr. Cortis, Best-Selling Author, have learned how to prevent heart attacks and they’ve come to know the critical relationship between stress and the heart. In short, they’ve learned how to live the principles of vibrant health.

Dr. Bruno Cortis, delivers powerful, often life-changing workshops and seminars that motivate participants to take the path of health and wellness. He has delivered his heart health message in many places worldwide, including the U.S., Canada, South America, Europe, Japan and Australia.

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* Why is it important to have a balanced life?

* Identify risk factors for heart attacks and how to prevent them

* Understand the critical relationship between stress and the heart

* Learn to handle stress effectively

* Discover pathways to physical and mental well-being

* Learn and live the seven principals of vibrant health

* Change your perceptions of reality

* Recognizing pathways to physical, mental, and spiritual well-being

* Why it is important to have an active life

* Plus Much More!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Dr. Bruno Cortis Website

* Dr. Bruno Cortis Books He Has Published

* Dr. Bruno Cortis CDs And DVDs

* Email Dr. Bruno Cortis

* Dr. Bruno Cortis Direct Line: 847-715-9389

* David Rigney is the Founder & Host Near North Suburbs Of Chicago Advice Givers™

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Email David Rigney

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

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Dan has help several people in the Chicago Land Area find the mortgage program that fits their needs.  As a Mortgage Broker Loan Originator, Dan searches with many lenders to find the right loan for your home mortgage to purchase a new home or refinance your current loan to save you money.

Dan specialize in residential home loans. From refinancing to purchases at C&R Mortgage Corp. is your mortgage specialist.  Dan offers personal service and many products to fit most mortgage scenarios.  Dan will take you every step of the way to make the loan process as stress free as possible.

 

Ideas and Topics Discussed in This Episode:

* How to choose the right mortgage.

* Each persons interest rate is different.

* Why should I use a mortgage broker vs a bank?

* What is the difference between a VA, FHA or Conventional Loan?

* How Dan is able reduce closing costs.

* Why Dan choose C&R Mortgage Corporation?

* Dan’s views on the new TILA-RESPA laws that when into effect October 2015.

* Tips for getting creative, and how to put yourself in the right mind set when searching for a loan to purchase a new home or refinancing your current loan.

* How much house can I afford?

* Plus a whole lot more!

Links/Resources/Sponsors Mentioned:

* Dan DiMaria On Facebook!

* Company Website

* The Illinois Spina Bifida Association – camp independence ymca

* Morton Grove Foundation Helping Families In Need – Contact PO BOX 1322, Morton Grove, IL 60053-7322 or Village of Morton Grove, IL. (847) 965 – 4100 

* Dan DiMaria Direct Phone # 312-363-9595

* Dan DiMaria’s email: [email protected]

* Be Interviewed On The Podcast

* Make sure to subscribe to the Podcast too

* Email David Rigney Host Of The Podcast

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