1st Floor Conversations

Welcome to Episode 44! In this episode, we are joined by Emmy Award-Winning Journalist, Christina Lopez. Throughout her career, she has worked for ABC News and 20/20 where she splits her time between producing, reporting, and writing. Christina has also contributed to landmark stories like The Boston marathon bomber, hurricane sandy, and the Amanda Knox Story.Given the state of journalism, distrust in the media, and general state of "being informed", I wanted to bring on a practitioner who has the academic credibility and the industry credibility doing local and national news to help set the record straight. In this episode, Christina shares with us her story, her insight into the state of news/journalism, as well as, answers to questions like;- What was it like reporting during historic, landmark stories like The Boston Bomber, Amanda Knox, etc.? - In a world where everything is “breaking news”, how does the news run differently during big stories compared to the average stories?- What was it like writing your own love story, literally (meeting your future husband while following a story)!?- What can we do as average, everyday Americans to navigate the challenges associated with staying informed? - Although technology has changed how we distribute and receive the news, what fundamentals of journalism have held up over time?- How does the world of academia and the "industry" compare? What held up from school and what was not as it was portrayed?- How do local news and national news differ? The process and the role it played in the community?- What is and is not true regarding how pop culture portrays the life of a journalist (like in Newsroom or House of Cards)?…and much more.Interested to Learn More?Follow Christina Lopez on Twitter @CLopezReportsRate & Review!If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review!Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard

Welcome to Episode 43! In this episode, we are joined by Emee Vida Estacio, a #1 best-selling author, chartered psychologist, and entrepreneur. Emee successfully self-published three #1 Amazon Best-Selling books before launching her now, booming Self-Publishing Made Simple business, where she helps hundreds of people do the same. She's so good at helping people hit #1 on Amazon Best Seller list that she promises that her clients will rank #1 or their money back! In this episode, Emee shares her story and insight into all things self-publishing, including:- Top Market Research Strategies - Why Amazon exclusive is the way to go? - How she turns books into business leads for herself and her clients- Why you do not need a lot of money or large social media following to have a self-published #1 Amazon Best Seller- What is included in an effective and comprehensive launch strategy? Interested To Learn More?Join her Self-Publishing Made Simple Facebook Group and see for yourself.https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfpubmadesimpleRate & Review!If you enjoyed this and previous episodes, it would mean a lot if you would rate and review!Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard

Welcome to Episode 42! In this episode, we are joined by Jen Verruto, Designer in Chief and Founder of Blythe Interiors, a San Diego, California based interior design consultancy.Instead of working with the uber-rich of the world, for the last decade, Jen and her amazing team have been transforming the homes of average every-day Americans. Let's be honest! Most of us don’t have millions of dollars laying around to make our dream home come to life. So how do we make that living room, that dining room, that office, that nursey exceed our wildest imagination without breaking the budget? That’s where Jen and Blythe Interiors come to the rescue. In this episode, Jen shares her story, as well as, insight into all things interior design, including: - How can we make our “Work From Home” office more conducive to working from home during quarantine?- How do we balance designing for functionality while knowing we want to make the room look and feel a particular way?- For under $100 what are some tips and tricks to make my home pop?- What trends should we be aware of when looking to make our money work smart and hard for us when buying furniture, accessories, and items to design our rooms?- What are some ways we can elevate our moods by improving our environment? - How should an everyday person begin their design process if they don’t have a budget or know where to start?Like Wine & Talking Design? Join one of Blythe Design Pro's for …- 60-Minute Long Wine & Design Virtual Experience- Next Level Wine & Design Full Room eDesign Experience ($750)Connect To Learn More: Instagram @blytheinteriorsPinterest @blytheinteriorshttps://www.blytheinteriors.com/Please Rate & Review!Podcasts are a conversation & that means your voice should be heard

Welcome to Episode 41, where we are joined by Ali Khazanbeik. On paper you can say that Ali is a member of the Iranian National Golf Team, an American college athlete, and a graduate of an American university. However, that is only a small piece of the story. At the age of 5, his mother and father sold everything they had to flee Iran with Ali and his older brother. After making passage through 5-6 countries, they landed in Germany seeking asylum. They didn't speak the language, their Iranian education was no longer valid, and if they were sent home that would mean they were pushed back into the environment they left for fear of their safety. For 6 years they were contained in German refugee housing, waking up each day wondering if that was the day they would be sent back to Iran or provided safe admission into Germany. In this episode, Ali shares his story and much more. Learn More: 1stFloorConversations.comRate & Review: If you enjoy, please rate and review the podcast. That would mean the world to us. Go check him out on Instagram @alikhazanbeik

Welcome to Episode 40, where we are joined by Mr. Podcast himself, Ian Lenhart! (AKA, Mr. Lenjones!)Ian is involved in multiple start-ups, projects, and ventures but is most commonly known for being the host of his podcast, Lenjones Party of 2; where he interviews some of the most impressive people in the world of business, wellness, happiness, and global contribution. In his 85+ episodes, he has interviewed business icons such as David Meltzer and Brad Lea, renowned authors like Jordan Adler, athletes like the UFC’s own, Andre Ewell, and the list goes on from there. It is no surprise that his Podcast has over 100 5-Star Reviews on Itunes, has helped him grow his passive income to over $5,000/Month, and now fueled his Network Podcasting community for fellow podcaster to connect and shorten the learning curve for finding podcast success for themself! On this episode, Ian shares stories as crazy as when he convinced his start-up founder to let him move to Medellin, Columbia for a few months to reduce his overhead without speaking the native language, while continuing to drive sales(helped them raise $3M in funding)and more.We also discuss;- How was he able to meet & build relationships with such powerhouse figures in the world of business, personal development, sports, etc? - How he hustled his way into the start-up world?- How podcasting changed his business, his circle of influence, and his life?- When establishing credibility through a digital environment how do you break through the noise so you can truly connect for the long term, as opposed to a transactional exchange?- How has podcasting created opportunities for his life completely outside of the world of business?… and much more!Go check him out on social @lenjonessInterested In Starting A Podcast?https://www.ianlenhart.com/the-course(His new course is off the chain!)

Welcome to Episode 39, where we are joined by San Diego native, Dr. Joann Toporowski! For the last six years, Dr. Toporowski commonly referred to as, "Dr. Top", has owned and operated her own Private Psychology Practice where she specialized in coaching high performing individuals and couples. With that business thriving, she saw an opportunity to bring more value by specializing. So she took the success and experience from the private practice and created a new practice: Dr. Top Coaching. There, she leverages her clinical background and industry expertise to focus more intimately on helping corporate executives, top-performers, and business owners optimize their human potential. On this episode, Dr. Top provides insight into the stress management, assessing personal "check engine lights", creating longevity as a top performer, as well as, many of the questions listed below;- Is stress good or bad? - How do I develop a positive relationship with stress?- How does having a clinical background change your approach to executive coaching and running your private practice?- How can somebody assess, before committing, if the "coach" they are working with or conversing with, is right for them?- How has technology positively and negatively impacted our ability to manage decision fatigue and stress? - What can we do to positively impact self-talk that isn't "fluffy coaching nonsense"?… and much more!Also, go grab Dr. Top's Free 8-week program!Unless the idea of achieving limitless energy and well-being doesn't apply to you. 😉This program is designed to empower high-level executives & entrepreneurs to be confident in the boardroom and relaxed in the bedroom!Join Her Free Webinar To Learn More Today!: freedom.drtopcoaching.com/limitless-energy

Welcome to Episode 38, where we are joined by Rhode Island native and one of the most genuine people I’ve ever met, Aaron Day!Currently, Aaron founded and operates, All Day Physique. There, he and his staff of incredible coaches focus on personal training, 1-on-1 training, small group training, nutrition plans, and more. Get this, Aaron trains over 150 people each week! On this episode, Aaron provides insight into the fitness industry, as well as, many of the questions listed below;- How do I go about qualifying and selecting a personal trainer?- What were the challenges going from being a trainer to being a gym-owner?- How can new trainers and gym owners drive greater retention with their client base?- On the flip side, how can people trying to train/compete or just develop a more active lifestyle, create more sustainable habits? … and much more!Learn More:https://alldayphysique.com/For a taste of their awesome culture, as well as, fitness tips/exercises: Go Follow on Instagram @alldayphysique

Welcome to Episode 37, where we are joined by entrepreneur, hypnotherapist, and performer, Dan LaRosa!For the last 40 years, Dan has made a name for himself in the world of hypnosis, hypnotherapy, and comedy hypnosis performances. In his career, Dan has performed more than 4,000 shows, touched down in every state in the US and in countries spanning the globe. When he is not on stage performing, he is applying his extensive experience and passion for hypnotherapy in his one-on-one coaching business where for the last several decades he has leveraged hypnotherapy to help clients make real improvements to the quality of life.On this episode, Dan provides insight into hypnosis, as well as, many of the questions listed below;- What is the difference between Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy vs. Traditional Therapy? - What would prompt me to use Hypnosis? - What are common misconceptions?- Is Hypnosis all BS?!- How does it actually work? - What is “trans”? What does that mean?- What goes on in the mind and body of your patients? If I am hypnotized and in trans, can I think? Do I have control? … and much more!Learn More: https://danlarosa.com/PS: When I was a kid, I saw Dan perform up in CT! I watched him hypnotize my close friends! My very biased opinion, if you can see him live, you don't want to miss out! So funny and so unique; truly a genre all its own.

Welcome to Episode 36, where we are joined by guest and friend, Elliot Lowe! Currently, Elliot works in a lab doing research for the NIH's National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases, as well as, Hosts the awesome podcast, "Potions Class", which currently sits Top-200 in the Itunes Science category. On this episode, Elliot provides insight into COVID-19, the world of research & development, as well as, many of the questions listed below; - What is a Virus? - What is a Vaccine & How does it work?- What is COVID-19? How did it develop? - What makes a disease so contagious? - What causes diseases to spread more quickly?- What happens when a vaccine is "developed"? What happens behind the scenes? - What can we expect moving forward? For the love of science, go Subscribe to Potions Class Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/potions-class/id1501030220Interested In Starting or Taking Your Podcast To the Next Level?Learn More @ https://www.podcastsbyjoe.com/podcast101PROMO CODE: 1STFLOOR for 50% OFF the Podcast 101 Course

On Episode 35, we are joined by Pat Ennis & Corby Megorden, two of the partners behind Ennis Legacy Partners.Since being founded in 2010, Ennis LP is a Bethesda, Maryland based firm that specializes in helping business owners strategically plan and execute the process of exiting their businesses. On Episode 35 we unpack the following items and more:- How to Build a Sellable Business? - How to Sell A Company? - Where is the Value in a Sellable Business?- If the Business Depends on the Owner, can it Still Be Sold? - What's are Common Misconceptions for Those Selling Their Company?- How to Maximize Valuation? - What Happens After It's Sold?... and so much more!Ever imagined or dreamed of selling a company? Well, a big thank you goes to these kind folks! Pat & Corby brought you some gifts! Gift #1: Mention "Jeremy" For 10% Off "Exit Readiness Base Plan" ($600 Value!) Learn More: https://ennislp.com/Gift #2: Use Code "Academy-15" For 15% Off "Online Exit Planning Course"Learn More: https://learn.exitreadiness.com/