Spaghetti on the Wall

Today Armando talks with Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, owner of Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group. They discuss the importance of social media in business growth, overcoming imposter syndrome, and the power of personal branding. Jen shares her journey of using social media to enhance her law firm's visibility and credibility, and how it has led to speaking opportunities and business growth. She also discusses the challenges of creating engaging content in a traditionally unexciting field like law. Jen emphasizes the importance of being comfortable in one's own skin to be effective on camera and the need to balance sharing personal experiences with maintaining professional boundaries. She also highlights the importance of building a well-oiled business machine, with systems and procedures in place, to ensure scalability and predictability.

Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert, attorney and founder of Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group, leads a top-notch firm specializing in auto accidents, slip-and-fall incidents, and more. Through technology and efficient communication, her team delivers exceptional client service and results. Under her leadership, the firm has seen remarkable growth since 2013, earning Jennifer various awards and recognition, including Super Lawyers Rising Star and National Trial Lawyers Awards. Recently, her firm was listed on the Inc 5000 list of Fastest Growing Companies in the US. Jennifer is also dedicated to community service, supporting local events, sponsoring scholarships, and coaching fellow attorneys and business owners. As Past President of Atlanta’s John Marshall Alumni Association and President of Georgia Association for Women Lawyer's Foundation, she actively contributes to her community and legal profession.

Social Media Handles:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenngorelawyer/

2nd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlinjurylawgroup/

LinkedIn: Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert & Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group

Facebook: Jennifer Gore-Cuthbert & Atlanta Personal Injury Law Group

Today Armando is throwing Spaghetti On the Wall with John D. Hansen, a business consultant, coach, and author. John discusses his approach to customer service and explains that his interest in researching words and their definitions led him to write books on customer service and leadership. He also emphasizes the importance of understanding the different dimensions of customer experience, including external and internal customers, one's inner circle, and oneself and he highlights the value of repeat and referral business, which is less expensive and more effective than acquiring new customers. John is currently working on a new book that will provide a roadmap for businesses to implement a holistic, five-dimensional customer experience.

Win/Win Relationships have been a top priority for John D. Hanson in every role--Sales,

Leadership, Customer Service, the Military, Non-Profits, Ministry, Marketing, and Social

Media, especially on LinkedIn.

Believe it or not, in 2016, John had zero social media connections and very few

professional colleagues. Today, his network has grown beyond 30,000 connections

worldwide.

An engaging speaker, global author, and workshop innovator, John loves to connect & engage with abundance-minded, entrepreneurial businesses & professionals who are curious, courageous, and action takers.

Does that describe you or your company? Let’s start a conversation to explore how

John can help you grow your endeavors and achieve your Big Hairy Audacious Goals!

Today on "Spaghetti on the Wall", Armando is talking with Mark Lewis, a business consultant and author. Mark discusses his philosophy of "Give a Damn", which encourages empathy, kindness, and respect in personal and professional interactions. He believes that adopting this mindset can lead to a happier, healthier, and more successful life. He also shares his unique interview technique for hiring employees that fit into a company's culture, emphasizing the importance of face-to-face communication. He also discusses the importance of teaching children about morals and respect from a young age.

After getting an MBA from Tulane University, Mark worked at IBM for 13 years before forming Communiqué (1994) that became the South’s fastest growing ISP. After Communiqué, Mark merged multiple businesses and became the Chamber’s Rising Tide Small Business of the Year. In 2002, As President of the Louisiana Technology Council

(LTC) he helped Louisiana rise from 49th to 32nd out of 50 states in technology employment.

Mark currently coaches executives and moderates CEO Round tables for the State of Louisiana (10+ years). Mark published the book, “GIVE A DAMN! – The Ticket to Cultural Change.” As a bestselling author, his book discusses how a GIVE A DAMN attitude can culturally make a huge positive difference in all lives. Currently Mark is the CEO and co-founder of Evolve Media, a patented start up AI video development company that allows users to create a single video from multiple videos automatically, and it’s all done in minutes. As a Board member of EO of Louisiana Mark was awarded the “Marshall Klein Louisiana Entrepreneur of the Year” in 2019.

Loyd Bourgeois is a dedicated Louisiana attorney, deeply committed to empowering individuals against big insurance firms and government agencies while actively contributing to his community's well-being and resilience​.

His firm, Loyd J Bourgeois, LLC, focuses on providing legal assistance in personal injury litigation, social security, and disability law. After assisting his cousin battling brain cancer with her disability denial, Loyd opened his firm focused on aiding disability clients. Witnessing the struggles of clients against insurance company tactics that delay and deny, particularly in severe auto crashes or industrial accidents, re-ignited his passion and motivated Loyd to fight for just compensation for their personal injuries. He is dedicated to empowering the 'little guy' against BIG insurance firms and government agencies, ensuring they receive fair treatment and support.

Loyd is deeply involved in his community coaching youth sports, sponsoring local youth teams and extra-curricular groups, participating in a large array of local events, and serving on the Board of Directors of the United Way of St. Charles​​.

Loyd’s growing office now offers a wide range of legal services across Louisiana, including handling cases related to motor vehicle and boating accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, social security and long-term disability, and more. Bourgeois and his team are dedicated to securing fair compensation for their clients and providing support through every step of the legal process​​.

Social Media Handles:

Facebook @LoydJBourgeois

Instagram @LoydJBourgeois

YouTube @LJBLegal 

LinkedIn loyd-j-bourgeois

Matt is a high-energy Certified EOS Implementer and Founder of Launching Leaders, a passion project to launch 1.3 million leaders by 2033 with instantly usable, lasting-forever tools for any supervisor. His clients rave about his passion and authenticity for making all workplaces happier.

Matt started his entrepreneurial career at age seven, selling day-old potato chips and fresh-cut meats at a flea market on Chicago’s south side.  He sailed the world as both a commercial merchant mariner and as a U.S. Navy officer, eventually retiring as a

Commander. The majority of his commercial background was in the high-risk, high-reward maritime industry, including five years of marine salvage and wreck response.

Never quelching his entrepreneurial spirit, Launching Leaders is Matt’s fifth business. As a reformed workaholic, Matt’s passion is re-focused on helping fellow business owners reclaim their time, improve profits and make workplaces happier for everyone.

Jasmine Star is a world-class speaker, thought leader, podcast host, CEO, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping individuals reach their fullest potential.

Having initiated her journey in the entrepreneurial realm as an internationally recognized wedding photographer, she transitioned into a role as a speaker and business strategist for creative entrepreneurs. Over the course of nearly a decade, Jasmine has been instrumental in guiding business owners worldwide to embrace risks and embrace life to its fullest.

Subsequently, she embarked on the founding of Social Curator, a tech company offering a monthly subscription service functioning as a digital marketing agency. This innovative platform includes an A.I. social media manager that delivers personalized marketing content.

As a prominent podcast host and keynote speaker, Jasmine's objective is straightforward: to empower others to revolutionize their approach to both professional and personal aspirations. Her methodology is deeply rooted in fostering individuals' abilities to construct the futures they desire and recognize their inherent potential, irrespective of obstacles.

Known for their daring antics and outgoing personality, Ruth Carter is an Arizona attorney and an authority on intellectual property, business law, and internet law. Ruth was selected as an American Bar Association Legal Rebel and a Phoenix Business Journal 40 Under 40. They also wrote three best-selling books including The Legal Side of Blogging: How Not to get Sued, Fired, Arrested, or Killed. Ruth has been a speaker over 100 events including Content Marketing World and South by Southwest, and featured in the Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur, and on NPR.

Caleb Michaelson, a Baton Rouge native, worked in acting and production for 14 years before transitioning into Real Estate in Huntsville, AL. With a passion for creating memorable experiences, Caleb now channels his expertise into helping families find their dream homes. Alongside his loving wife and two cherished children, he embraces the vibrant community of Huntsville and all it has to offer. Caleb's journey reflects resilience, adaptability, and a steadfast commitment to excellence, whether in front of the camera, behind it or in the realm of real estate, where he continues to make dreams a reality, one home at a time.

Aaron Thomas is a three-time winner of Atlanta’s Best Divorce Attorney, and one of the nation’s top experts in family law issues. A graduate of Harvard Law School, Thomas has represented over 1,000 clients – including NBA hall of famers, Super Bowl winners and Grammy award winning artists – in a range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

After years of helping clients navigate the demise of their toxic marriages, he decided to launch Prenups.com to help couples establish a solid financial foundation during engagement so they could prevent common marital disputes.

Thomas regularly shares his expertise on podcasts and with other media outlets. His first book, The Prenup Prescription was released October 17, 2023

Jonathan Miller has practiced criminal defense law all over New Mexico. He currently practices in Albuquerque where he writes and stays active in legal services that help the poor. Jon is a graduate of Albuquerque Academy, Cornell University, the University of Colorado School of Law, and the American Film Institute. He also wrote for the syndicated TV show Arrest and Trial and hopes to use his writing royalties to pay off his student loans before he dies. Jon's books, Crater County and Amarillo in August both made the Tucson public library's master list of Southwestern books of the year, Volcano Verdict was a finalist for New Mexico mystery of the year, and his book LaBajada Lawyer is a finalist in the 2010 ForeWord book awards for Multi-Cultural Fiction.