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By Vincent A. Lanci (Host) and Coming Alive Podcast Production (Producer at 813 445 3295)BusinessEntrepreneurshipInvestingManagement
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- #330: From All-American to Making All-Americans with Harry Kilkowski
It’s time for Episode #6 of the Lowth Entrepreneurship Center Bonus Series here on That Entrepreneur Show. If you enjoy this show, subscribe to this podcast for weekly episodes.
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13 min - Why Building for Legacy Beats Building to Sell
In this episode, Ryan Alovis shares his entrepreneurial journey from founding magazine subscription e-commerce in 2006 to revitalizing his family's legacy business in vision care with LensDirect. He discusses lessons learned about patience, negotiation, branding, and building a lasting family legacy.
"If you wait for perfection, you'll wait forever."
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Ryan Alovis and his entrepreneurial background
03:28 Challenges of early entrepreneurship and patience
05:34 Selling the first business and family legacy
08:23 Negotiation strategies and business growth tips
10:27 Rebranding Lens Direct and emphasizing heritage
11:03 Launching new products like Lolos children's eyewear
12:40 Involving family and building a legacy
14:25 Lessons learned from scaling and rebranding
17:23 Dream chat entrepreneur: Jeff Bezos
18:44 Connecting with Ryan Alovis and where to find him
More Key Takeaways:
*Starting in magazine subscription e-commerce in 2006 before e-commerce was what it is today
*Negotiating terms with suppliers and partners
*Expanding product lines and upselling in e-commerce
*The role of passion and storytelling in branding
*Using social media and new platforms for growth"Look for upsells and new categories within your space."
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In this episode, Ryan Alovis shares his entrepreneurial journey from founding magazine subscription e-commerce in 2006 to revitalizing his family's legacy business in vision care with LensDirect. He discusses lessons learned about patience, negotiation, branding, and building a lasting family legacy.
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Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.4 min - Tax Strategy, Early Tax Prep, & Accountability Plans for Business Owners
In this episode, Catrina M. Craft shares expert insights on tax strategies, entity structures, and deductions for entrepreneurs, emphasizing proactive planning and the importance of working with a strategist to optimize wealth building.
"Start planning now before it's too late."Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Proactive Tax Planning
02:05 Introduction of Catrina M. Craft and Episode Context
04:06 Using an Accountability Plan for Reimbursements
06:26 Starting Tax Strategies Before Making Six Figures
09:02 Risks of Not Having an Accountability Plan
12:11 The Complexity of the Tax Code
15:13 Difference Between Bookkeepers, Accountants, and CPAs
16:21 The Value of Working with a Tax Strategist
17:18 Upcoming Topics on Charitable Donations
18:33 Encouragement to Follow and Learn More
More Key Takeaways:
*Tax strategy importance for entrepreneurs
*Entity structures and their impact on taxes
*How to properly reimburse business expenses
*Timing for tax season
"It's just like a doctor, you have specialists."
EPISODE #1/10: Unlocking Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs: January 26, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18570362-unlocking-tax-strategies-for-entrepreneursEPISODE #2/10: Unlocking Home Office Deductions February 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18646020-unlocking-home-office-deductions
EPISODE #3/10: Hidden Tax Strategies Revealed: March 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealed
EPISODE #4/10: Strategic Family Travel & Tax Benefits: June 10, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealed
EPISODE #5/10: The Top 3 Tax Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make: July 29, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/19565414-the-top-3-tax-mistakes-entrepreneurs-make
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In this episode, Catrina M. Craft shares expert insights on tax strategies, entity structures, and deductions for entrepreneurs, emphasizing proactive planning and the importance of working with a strategist to optimize wealth building.
Check back for the full episode on August 26 at 4:00 AM EST
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Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.3 min - Vulnerability and Recovery at 35
It is our Host's 35th Birthday! He takes you inside of A Mental Health Break.
Vincent A. Lanci gets vulnerable and shares a challenge he has always battled, and discusses his new book, TBI Recovery Extended Edition, sharing insights on traumatic brain injury recovery, support resources, and personal stories to empower survivors and caregivers.
"If you've ever felt overwhelmed, you're not alone."Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the TBI Recovery Playbook
02:20 Support from the Community and Acknowledgments
03:16 Travel Tips for Hidden Injuries
04:41 Reflections on the Entrepreneurial Journey
05:37 The Story Behind 'Left for Dead'
06:33 Insights from My Family’s Journal
08:00 New Survivor Stories and Perspectives
09:19 Celebrating the Book Launch and Resources
10:16 Upcoming Resources and Support Programs
10:45 Closing Remarks and EncouragementOther Key Takeaways
*TBI Recovery Strategies
*Support Resources for Survivors and Caregivers
*Personal Stories and Survivor Perspectives
"Support is available."
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Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.13 min - The Micro-Niche Strategy That Lets You Charge More
In this episode, Tim rejoins the show to share more tips, his journey from marketing to show business, emphasizing the importance of niching down, branding, and strategic scaling for entrepreneurs. Discover practical tips on building a personal brand, leveraging micro niches, and creating a unique customer experience.
"Branding colors are everything."
Chapters
0:00 — Branding Colors and Consistency
0:44 — Introducing Tim and His Journey
1:45 — How Tim Got into Marketing
4:58 — Leaving the Old Career Behind
6:48 — The Importance of Delegation
8:31 — Niching Down and Knowing Your Audience
9:30 — Building a Strong Brand
11:47 — Combining Magic and Music
12:55 — What’s Next for Tim
14:13 — Tim’s Generalist Approach Based on Geographic Area
16:19 — Where to Find Tim OnlineOther Key Takeaways
*Tim's transition from marketing to show business
*How he scaled his businesses
*Creating a unique customer experience
*Using Google Business Profile for local marketing
"Live your bliss and have fun."After the show, enjoy more tips and insight from his first episode with us on July 20, 2025 here!
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Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.19 min - How a Mom’s Lunchbox Idea Turned Into a $24 Million Business
Nancy Yen shares her journey from corporate professional to successful entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of market research, authentic branding, and continuous learning from bootstrapping to scaling her business, OmieLife, to $24 Million. Yen discusses balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood and turning personal challenges into innovative products. Nancy built her company around a simple but universal problem: feeding kids in a better way.
"A no today is not a no forever"
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Nancy's background
01:23 Nancy's journey from corporate to entrepreneurship
02:50 Inspiration behind OmieLife and product development
06:32 Scaling from small beginnings to a 24 million dollar company
10:04 Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship
12:05 Upcoming product launch and future plans
13:12 Challenges in manufacturing and focus strategies
16:47 Advice for entrepreneurs and long-term brand vision
More Key Takeaways
*Deep market research is crucial for product fit and success.
*Focus and simplicity in marketing strategies
*Being present in manufacturing is key to quality.
*Long-term vision guides sustainable growth.
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Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.23 min - How a Mom’s Lunchbox Idea Turned Into a $24 Million Business: Preview
Nancy Yen shares her journey from corporate professional to successful entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of market research, authentic branding, and continuous learning in scaling her business to $24 million. She discusses balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood and turning personal challenges into innovative products.
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Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.10 min - The Top 3 Tax Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make
Catrina M. Craft, a top-tier tax strategist, shares essential insights on avoiding common tax mistakes, structuring your business effectively, and the importance of proactive planning to protect your assets and maximize wealth.
“Inaction is really dangerous because what happens is it just builds up, it compounds.”
Chapters
00:00 Risks of Asset Seizure and Frozen Accounts
01:09 Introduction of Katrina Kraft and Episode Overview
02:21 Misconception: Tax Professionals Save You Money
03:44 The Role of a Tax Strategist in Planning
05:07 Importance of Business Structure and Goals
07:20 Holistic Approach to Business Formation and Strategy
09:57 Common Frustrations of Entrepreneurs
11:16 The Limitations of AI and the Importance of Human Expertise
13:21 Using AI Tools Responsibly in Tax Planning
15:45 The Dangers of Paralyzing Fear and Not Filing
17:08 Consequences of Not Filing Taxes and Asset Seizure
18:36 How to Connect with Katrina for Tax Strategies“If you need help, pay for that because it's cheaper to pay for help than to pay the IRS those penalties and interests.”
Additional Key Takeaways
*Differences between bookkeepers, CPAs, and tax strategists
*Avoiding Tax Seizures: Protect Your Assets Now
*The importance of proactive tax planning
*Risks of not filing taxes and how to avoid penaltiesEPISODE #1/10: Unlocking Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs: January 26, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18570362-unlocking-tax-strategies-for-entrepreneurs
EPISODE #2/10: Unlocking Home Office Deductions February 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18646020-unlocking-home-office-deductions
EPISODE #3/10: Hidden Tax Strategies Revealed: March 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealed
EPISODE #4/10: Strategic Family Travel & Tax Benefits: June 10, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealed
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Hosted by entrepreneur, author, speaker, podcast producer, and TBI Survivor + Living Expert, Vincent A. Lanci, each weekly episode features direct, practical conversations with founders, CEOs, business leaders, investors, and industry experts. In under 30 minutes, guests share the real decisions, setbacks, systems, and strategies behind building successful companies—without the fluff.
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