Dayna interviews Tammy DeWolfe, a top producer at Gibson Sotheby's Realty and host of 'DeWolfe Living' TV show. Tammy shares her journey from growing up on a farm in Iowa to becoming a successful real estate professional and TV personality. She discusses how her farm upbringing instilled a strong work ethic and discipline, her experiences with horseback riding, and her foray into English riding and polo. Tammy also talks about the importance of taking risks, the role of mentors in her growth, and her upcoming TV show that explores culture, lifestyle, and real estate through her unique perspective. Dana and Tammy emphasize the value of surrounding oneself with successful, like-minded individuals and maintaining a dedicated and gritty approach to achieving success in both personal and professional life.

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Topics:

00:33 Meet Tammy DeWolfe: Top Producer and TV Host

00:48 Lessons from Farm Life in Iowa

01:37 Horseback Riding Adventures

02:30 The Importance of Discipline and Passion

03:38 From Iowa Fields to TV Screens

04:33 The Journey to Hosting 'The Wolf Living'

08:42 Challenges and Realities of Real Estate

09:59 Maintaining High Energy and Focus

12:05 Finding and Pursuing Your Passion

14:31 Advice for Young Entrepreneurs

16:48 Tammy's Career Path and Personal Life

17:52 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

Dayna interviews Nikki Stone, an Olympic Gold Medalist in aerial skiing. Nikki shares her journey from being a young gymnast to overcoming a devastating back injury that almost ended her career. She discusses the philosophy of the 'turtle effect' taught by her parents, which emphasizes being soft on the inside, having a hard shell, and sticking one's neck out to succeed. She describes in detail the challenges she faced during her injury, the support from her parents and mentors, and the mindset that kept her focused on her Olympic dreams. Nikki also talks about her experiences at the Olympics, the emotional moment of winning the gold medal, and how she uses her story to inspire others through public speaking and her book 'When Turtles Fly.'

Topics

00:28 Meet Nikki Stone: From Gymnast to Olympic Gold Medalist

01:25 Overcoming Adversity: Nikki's Injury and Recovery

04:12 The Road to Olympic Gold

06:10 The Power of Support and Mentorship

07:23 Mindset and Focus: Keys to Success

08:49 The Moment of Victory

12:05 Life After the Olympics

13:55 When Turtles Fly: Nikki's Book and Philosophy

15:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In the inaugural episode of the DZ Connection Podcast, host Dayna Zola sits down with Michael Bronner, a successful entrepreneur and founder of companies like Digitas North America, UnReal Candy, and uPromise. Michael shares his journey from a college student with financial constraints to creating billion-dollar companies, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, confidence, and caring for people. He discusses the importance of being naive, taking risks, and continually striving for excellence. Michael also reflects on how he started UnReal Candy driven by his children's questions and his dedication to health. The episode also touches on Michael's close friendship with Tom Brady and his thoughts on leaving a legacy focused on values and caring for others.

Topics

00:38 Meet Michael Bronner: Entrepreneurial Journey

04:22 The Birth of Digitas

07:40 Navigating Risks and Challenges

11:39 Building Strong Teams and Company Culture

19:10 The Story Behind Unreal Candy

23:40 Friendship with Tom Brady

27:01 Legacy and Final Thoughts