Welcome back to the Success in South Florida podcast! We have a very special guest with us on the show today, Cesar Quintero, who is a partner at The Profit Recipe. The Profit Recipe helps entrepreneurs decentralize themselves from their company and create an aligned vision and system of execution, transparency, and accountability within their team. 

In this episode, Cesar shares his remarkable entrepreneurial journey with us. In 2004, he moved to Miami from Venezuela to start a food delivery service, despite having no prior experience in the industry. With determination and a belief in the untapped potential of healthy office meals, Cesar's business thrived, growing to over a million dollars in just a few years. Despite later facing a lawsuit that led to personal health struggles, Cesar's resilience and willingness to adapt led him to reinvent his business and uncover its true purpose.

Discover how Cesar's shift in focus, from profit-driven to purpose-driven, propelled his company to double its size and quadruple its profits. With the founding of The Profit Recipe, Cesar now guides other entrepreneurs in gaining traction and achieving remarkable growth. Through candid conversation, Cesar shares invaluable insights on overcoming challenges, investing in your team, and finding your unique superpowers in today’s episode.


Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Cesar shares his entrepreneurial journey and how The Profit Recipe came to be.  (1:16) 
• Cesar’s journey in the food delivery industry + how a lawsuit changed his leadership perspective and his business path.  (7:18) 
• “Understanding what your purpose is, what you're great at, what you can make money on, and what can be good for the world...” Cesar reflects on his definition of success. (15:54) 
• Finding your leadership superpower and aligning your actions with your values.  (20:21) 
• What’s in the future for The Profit Recipe? (27:05)

About Cesar:

Cesar Quintero’s purpose is to empower leaders to build a business by design so that they live a life by design. His core values are to Share Vulnerably, Spark Action, Spot individuality, and Spread Passion.

At age 24, in 2004, Quintero moved to Miami given the economic turmoil in Venezuela to pursue his dream of starting a business and helping others achieve a healthier lifestyle by founding Fit2Go. (The first corporate healthy meal delivery service in Miami). In 2013, Quintero graduated from the MIT Entrepreneurship Masters Program and founded two new companies: RawBar2Go (the first licensed food boats in Florida) and The Profit Recipe, a coaching firm that focuses on empowering entrepreneurs through a journey of focus ON the business and not IN the business by implementing best practices and the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).

Cesar has been an active Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member for over 10 years and has held multiple volunteer leadership positions at the chapter, regional, and global level for the organization.  His passion for teaching and business has also compelled him to get certified as a Trainer for Traction implementation, Why Discoveries, EO Accelerator Program and EO Forum.

Learn more about Cesar: 

https://quinterocesar.com/

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

Welcome back to the Success in South Florida podcast! Today we are joined by Brett Goetz, a successful financial advisor in the area and founder of the premier 7-on-7 flag football team, South Florida Express. In this episode, Brett talks to us about this incredible program, his love for giving back to the local community, and his passion for mentoring kids through the game of football. 

Tune in as Brett walks us through the beginning of this program and how it has grown to become wildly successful through the years. He discusses the importance of mentorship and how he and his team work to teach young athletes about networking, communication, and stepping outside of their comfort zone. He also discusses the challenges he faced in starting this program, the ongoing financial struggles of running it today, and the kind of sponsors they are looking to connect with moving forward.

Rossen Law Firm is proud to be a new sponsor of South Florida Express. As back-to-back national champions, we are excited to see how this incredible program continues to grow. Join us as we learn more about how South Florida Express is pouring into our community and preparing young athletes for the world of college sports.


Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Brett shares how he came to be involved with local charities and football programs in the Miami area. (1:40) 
• Brett talks through the early years of starting this flag football team, some of the struggles he’s faced, and how this program has grown. (11:45) 
• As back-to-back national champions, Brett is hopeful for the national championship coming up in June. (22:21) 
• The kind of sponsors that South Florida Express is interested in working with. (26:59) 
• Brett and Adam talk through some of the complications of the NIL. (36:19) 
• “Happiness.” Brett’s definition of success. (47:37)

 

About Brett Goetz:

Brett’s football career began about twenty years ago when he got involved with Northshore Optimist Club, where he organized athletic programs for kids, including a youth football program. When this program declined, he decided to revitalize the youth football program in Miami Beach and launched a tackle football league, which eventually evolved into the South Florida Express today. 

Learn more about South Florida Express:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southflexpress/?hl=en

Twitter: https://twitter.com/southflexpress/with_replies

Contact Brett: (305) 632-9895  

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

Today on Success in South Florida, we are joined by Brandon Inniss, an exceptional five-star football recruit entering his freshman year at The Ohio State University. He is the number one receiver in the country, Florida Gatorade Player of the Year 2023, and state championship winner for American Heritage. In this episode, Brandon talks to us about his football career thus far and the goals and aspirations he has for his upcoming journey. 

Join us as we learn more about Brandon, his love for the sport, and hear about the college football recruiting process firsthand. He discusses the relationships he has cultivated on and off the field, the mentors that have poured into him, and how he was able to make the difficult but exciting decision to sign with Ohio State. He also sheds light on the impact he wants to make in his community and the legacy he hopes to leave behind. 

Brandon is a true force to be reckoned with- stay tuned and get ready to be inspired by his humble, unyielding determination.   


Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Brandon shares his story and how he fell in love with football. (2:14) 
• Brandon reflects on staying motivated and focusing on his goals. (8:11) 
• How Brandon is mentoring aspiring football players today. (9:56) 
• Brandon talks through team building and his off-the-field experiences. (18:53) 
• What the recruiting process looked like for Brandon. (22:43) 
• How Brandon made the difficult choice between Alabama and Ohio State. (27:43)
• The goals, aspirations, and plans that Brandon has for his future. (32:42)

Learn more about Brandon:
https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/roster/brandon-innis/

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

Welcome back to the Success in South Florida podcast. We have the one and only Jonathan Zaslow on the show today. Jonathan is a Two-Time Champion Broadcaster who covers all of Miami sports on ZASLOW SHOW 2.0. We are excited to chat with him about his impressive career in sports radio and what he has learned along the way. 

Having launched his career right out of college at 790 The Ticket in South Florida, Jonathan quickly climbed the ranks, starting with hosting an evening show before moving on to morning shows, where his focus on the Miami Heat propelled him to even greater success. After an impressive 18-year tenure with 790 The Ticket, Jonathan faced a challenging transition to the podcasting world after the station's cancellation.

During our conversation, Jonathan shares his inspiring career story and reflects on the challenges and excitement of this new transition. He talks about his proactive efforts to educate himself on the podcasting industry, his vision for ZASLOW SHOW 2.0, and shares some insightful advice for those looking to take a leap of faith in their career.  Join us for a great conversation with Jonathan Zaslow!

Here's what we'll discuss on today's show: 

• How Jonathan got his start on sports radio.  (3:39)
• The lessons Jonathan learned from hosting his own late-night show. (12:46)
• How Jonathan became the Miami Heat broadcaster. (22:36)
• Jonathan talks about his station getting canceled and moving into the podcast world. (27:50)
• Jonathan’s vision for this new chapter. (42:30)
•  “I treat everything as a test.” Jonathan’s advice for listeners looking to grow in their careers. (49:45)

More About Jonathan Zaslow:

Zaslow is a Two-Time Champion Broadcaster, who covers all of Miami sports on ZASLOW SHOW 2.0. Weekdays, everywhere you get your podcasts.

https://twitter.com/zaslowshow?lang=en

https://www.youtube.com/@zaslowshow

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

On today’s episode of Success in South Florida, we’re excited to be joined by Nick Sortal. With 30 years of experience as a writer and editor at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Nick has become a distinguished figure in the local journalism scene. He has also made a significant impact in the political realm as of late, serving as a city commissioner of Plantation and being recently elected as the city's mayor in 2022.

Nick's dedication to his community doesn't stop there. As a passionate sports lover, he spent over three decades coaching basketball of all levels at American Heritage here in South Florida. Through his experience in coaching and journalism, Nick has gained a unique perspective on how encouragement, adaptability, and a team-driven spirit can foster success. 

Join us as Adam and Nick reflect on their coaching years together and draw compelling comparisons between being a strong leader and a coach. We'll dive into Nick's inspirational career and talk about the power of having a coachable spirit, prioritizing your client’s needs, having mentors in your business, and much more. 

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Nick shares how he got started in journalism, his love for basketball coaching, and where his career has led since leaving the newspaper industry. (1:53)
• How growing up in the sports world has influenced Nick’s leadership style. (12:21)
• How Nick is encouraging teamwork and focusing on collective success as mayor of Plantation. (18:15) 
• Nick reflects on the end of his journalism career and how he managed to win the election as an “underdog.” (29:02) 
• Some mentors that helped Nick throughout his career. (41:00)

About Nick Sortal:

Nick Sortal was a writer and editor at the South Florida Sun-Sentinel newspaper for 30 years. He met Mr. Rossen via their mutual love for basketball, and they were assistants on a team that won the state championship. He was elected to Plantation City Council in 2018 and mayor in 2022.

Contact Nick:  
[email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/nicksortalplantationcitycouncil/
https://nicksortal.com/

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

Welcome to the latest episode of Success in South Florida. Today, we are thrilled to sit down with Brett Trembly, Esq., a South Florida attorney and entrepreneur who’s making waves in the business world. As the founder of Trembly Law Firm and co-founder of Get Staffed Up, a cutting-edge virtual legal staffing company, Brett has a wealth of insights and experience to share with you. 

In this episode, Brett talks through his career journey and discusses the challenges he faced in his early years of running Trembly Law Firm. He shares the lessons he’s learned about fear, risk-taking, and leadership and offers insight for advisors who feel like they’re getting in their own way. He discusses the importance of delegating tasks, prioritizing your goals, and saying ‘no’ to distractions that are hindering your progress. 

From his early struggles with self-doubt to his current status as a respected entrepreneur and business owner, Brett offers invaluable advice for anyone looking to excel in business and in life.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

•  Brett shares the journey that led him to practice law and start Get Staffed Up. (1:39)
•  Brett talks about growing his firm, being afraid of failure, and learning to say “no.” (11:50)
• The origin story of Get Staffed Up and the goals for its future. (26:43)
•  “Trying delegating something you really don’t like doing or something you know you shouldn’t be doing.” Brett’s advice for achieving success in business and beyond. (38:24) 
• Why Brett would hire an executive assistant if he could go back in time.  (43:09)

About Brent Trembly: 

Brett Trembly is a lawyer, a principal at the Trembly Law Firm, and cofounder of the firm Get Staffed Up, a four-year-old virtual staffing firm that has grown to more than 120 employees (nearly all of them located offshore) in addition to hundreds of contracted legal support staffers from around the world working for some 700 law firms nationwide.

Get Staffed Up has grown to be the largest virtual staffing company for lawyers in the United States. 

In the South Florida legal community, Trembly is a former president of the Miami Kendall Bar Association and former vice-chair of the Florida Bar 11th Circuit Grievance Committee 11 “I.” He also volunteers on the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Mentoring Program, the Dade-County Bar Associations Rainmakers Committee, and annually volunteers for Miami-Dade County’s Ethical Governance Day. Trembly has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star in Florida for the past three years.

More about our guest: https://getstaffedup.com/successpodcast/

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

Welcome to the latest episode of Success in South Florida. Today, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Craig Goldenfarb, an accomplished personal injury attorney, philanthropist, and successful business owner. Craig has been in practice for over twenty-seven years and is now the CEO of a personal injury firm that serves thousands of clients in South Florida. He owns close to ten businesses outside of his law firm and is passionate about helping attorneys take their practices to new heights. 

In this episode, Craig takes us through his career journey and shares valuable insight for aspiring business owners. He emphasizes the importance of passion when starting a business and shares how mindfulness, meditation and mentors have shaped his life and career. He also provides invaluable tips on creating positive workplace culture and discusses how important a supportive environment is for boosting productivity and retaining employees. 

Whether you are a legal professional or are simply hoping to be inspired, Craig’s story and strategies for success are sure to leave an impact. If you’re ready to take your business to new heights, this episode is for you!

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Craig dives into his career and his drive to create businesses. (1:30)
• “If you don’t know anything about it, don’t start it as a business.” Why Craig only will only start a business if it stems from a passion. (4:07)
• Craig shares how his mom’s career as a criminal defense attorney inspired him to become a lawyer and business owner and the journey that led to his career today. (9:33)
•  The importance of cultivating positive employee culture to boost productivity and retention. (17:38)
• How mindfulness and meditation play a key role in Craig’s career. (36:21)

About Craig Goldenfarb: 

As the founder of the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A., Mr. Goldenfarb directly manages the daily operations of all of the many departments of the law firm. Mr. Goldenfarb is also an active lecturer to community organizations, lawyers, and other legal professionals on a wide variety of topics concerning civil litigation and the justice system.

Mr. Goldenfarb is the founder of a number of charitable causes including the Emanuel McMiller Scholarship for Higher Education, the Hoops4Heroes 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament and Heart of the Game, Inc.- a nonprofit whose mission is to save the lives of student athletes and others who experience Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA).

The 7 Figure Attorney Summit is a conference founded and created by Mr. Goldenfarb. The Summit is designed to teach attorneys in any area of law how to better serve their clients by providing insight and guidance on improving on the key operational and marketing functions of any successful law firm.

Mr. Goldenfarb is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, having obtained results of more than a million dollars in many cases. This recognition demonstrates his proficiency and competence in achieving exceptional results for his clients.

More about our guest: Sevenfigureattorney.com

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

On this episode of Success in South Florida, we sit down with Amanda Landry, owner of Caring Therapists, a group practice specializing in treating anxiety and depression in both children and adults. Amanda shares her personal journey, including how she changed her career path and built her own private practice. She also opens up about her experience dealing with fear during her entrepreneurship journey and provides advice for others who might be on the cusp of major life changes.

In addition to being a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and private practice consultant, Amanda is also an author, wife, and mother, and she discusses how she tries to balance all those responsibilities.

If you're a therapist in private practice or considering starting your own business, you won't want to miss this episode. Amanda is the founder of My Private Practice Collective, an online community for therapists in private practice, and she shares her expertise and insights on how to build a smart practice. Tune in to learn more!

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Amanda shares a little about her background, how she changed her career path, and what led her to build her own private practice, Caring Therapists. (1:26)
• How Amanda has dealt with, and continues to deal with, fear during her entrepreneurship journey. (9:13)
• “Some days I feel like I’ve got it covered and sometimes I’m like this is not a balance… this is not working.” Amanda shares how she balances being a business owner, clinician, and mother. (21:55)
• Advice for others who might be on the cusp of major life changes and how to handle the transition. (29:50)
• Amanda has exciting news about another expansion of Caring Therapists. (37:55)

About Amanda Landry:

Amanda Landry is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional, National Certified Counselor and private practice consultant. She’s the owner of a group practice, Caring Therapists, with several locations in Florida. The team at Caring Therapists specializes in working with both children and adults. They treat individuals, couples, and families.

Amanda is the author of Guided Journal for Women with Anxiety on sale on Amazon and wherever books are sold.

Amanda is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Counseling, Trauma- Focused CBT and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Amanda specializes in treating anxiety and depression in teens and adults through a holistic and evidenced-based practice.

Amanda is the founder of My Private Practice Collective, an online community for therapists in private practice. She is a private practice consultant who helps solo and group practices build smart practices.

Resources:

Therapists: Join The My Private Practice Collective Facebook Group

https://www.facebook.com/groups/myprivatepracticetribe/

Caring Therapists Website

https://caringtherapistsofbroward.com/

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

On this episode of Success in South Florida, we have the pleasure of speaking with Amanda Marino, a certified Recovery and Life Coach, certified Intervention Professional and co-founder of Next Level Recovery Associates. We'll learn about Amanda's difficult childhood and how she overcame those challenges to become the successful entrepreneur she is today.

We'll hear about Amanda's journey of launching Next Level Recovery Associates and the various barriers she faced as the business grew. You’ll learn about how Amanda handles communication challenges and what it was like to appear on A&E's Digital Addiction television show.

But that's not all - Amanda shares her secrets to success, including the importance of manifestation, visualizing goals, and getting in touch with her spiritual side. Finally, we'll learn more about Amanda, her work with individuals who are struggling with a multitude of addictions, and how she's dedicated her life to guiding others to a better path.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Learn a little about Amanda’s difficult childhood and the journey to overcome those challenges. (1:33)
• Amanda dealt with a little bit of imposter syndrome as she launched Next Level Recovery Associates. (9:00)
• Handling communication challenges as the business grows. (13:45)
• Amanda shares her experience appearing on A&E’s Digital Addiction television show. (19:55)
• Manifestation... Amanda explores the importance of visualizing your goals, dreams, and getting in touch with her spiritual side to unlock success in her life. (25:50)
• How to learn more about Next Level Recovery Associates and Amanda. (35:15)

 Links to resources mentioned in this episode:

Learn more about Amanda & the Next Level Recovery Associates team:

https://www.nextlevelrecoveryassociates.com/

 Connect with Amanda on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/next-level-recovery-recovery-associates/

 The Untethered Soul book by Michael Singer:

https://amzn.to/3xLmlHO

 Watch episodes of A&E’s Digital Addiction that feature Amanda:

https://play.aetv.com/shows/digital-addiction#episodes

 About Amanda Marino:

Amanda Marino is a certified Recovery and Life Coach, certified Intervention Professional and holds a Bachelor of Science in Alternative Medicine. She works extensively with individuals, who are hurting from low self-esteem, addiction, and mental and emotional barriers. In the past, she has dealt with her own struggles with Substance Use Disorders, abuse, and body dysmorphia.

Amanda now has dedicated her life to guiding individuals’ growth and believes that empowerment is not just about surviving your past traumas, but rebuilding your life to one of; happiness, purpose, and fulfillment. It’s Amanda’s passion to see that you reach your full potential, in having the life you always dreamed of.

Amanda is a proud member of the Association of Intervention Specialists (AIS) and one of the featured experts on A&E’s Digital Addiction.

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/

Today’s guest is someone we have gotten to know well for the work he’s doing with camps all across the country and the success he’s had throughout his career. 

 Danny Herz is a coach, motivator, and speaker who has made an impact on many young lives in South Florida. He’s a leader in overnight camping for more than 13 years, serving as the Executive Director of Camp Barney Medintz, one of the largest overnight camps in North America.

His story is a unique one that we wanted to share to start the podcast.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

·      Danny’s story of moving from South Africa and how he uses that experience to help kids in South Florida. (2:18)

·      What drew him to coaching and working with kids full-time. (7:27)

·      How he approached the conversation with his father when he changed his mind about accounting. (11:49)

·      The core value of accomplishment and how it differs greatly from activity. (15:12)

·      What lessons he has learned from coaching that has helped him be successful. (18:40)

·      The importance of mentorship for personal development. (30:00)

·      The one piece of advice he’d give someone. (36:10)

Learn more about Adam & the Rossen Law Firm at https://www.rossenlawfirm.com/