What To Do When You Get Caught In It
It began with a little bite, a mere taste…
You can’t quite remember when it was, but you remember that things were n
... moreBy Jeremiah Fox
What To Do When You Get Caught In It
It began with a little bite, a mere taste…
You can’t quite remember when it was, but you remember that things were n
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The podcast currently has 108 episodes available.
It began with a little bite, a mere taste…
You can’t quite remember when it was, but you remember that things were never quite the same. You decided not to follow the status quo, and that decision sets you on a brand new path.
It is a journey of adventure and failure that takes you many places, teaches you resilience, and how to embrace never-ending change.
Later it gives you the confidence to pursue your dreams, learning from the inevitable mistakes that are all part of the voyage. You, my friend, have been bitten by the Entrepreneurial Bug, and are now caught in The Entrepreneurial Web!
Tune in for this sensible conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.
Segment 1
Jeremiah kicks off by welcoming us into the New Year. He introduces his guest childhood friends and successful entrepreneurs in their own right, Matt Falvey and Lance Knaub. Jeremiah shares his message of the week which is that four percent of small business owners make it to ten years. Most of the fatalities are due to inside decisions rather than outside acts. Matt and Lance share their background and how they met. They talk about their individual businesses and how they maintain success while also training in martial arts in their free time. Before the break, the guys discuss the importance of determination and resilience. They also ask each other whether it’s important to know why you are on your mission.
Segment 2
Jeremiah and his guest talk about having a personal plan or mission. Matt mentions how he notices most entrepreneurs don’t start off with a concrete plan. Jeremiah talks about the difficulties he had in creating a business plan. The guys also discuss the importance of being a leader and leading by example. Jeremiah talks about letting go of your ego and how it can hinder you if you don’t. They discuss maintaining moral integrity in order to maintain a successful business. Before the break, Matt asks the guys whether fitness or martial arts has helped them in their personal lives in any way.
Segment 3
Coming back from the break, Jermiah and his guest discuss the importance of training and practice and how your work can show the effort you put in. Jeremiah talks about how fitness and being active helps improve his mood and confidence which helps him make better business decisions. Matt asks the guys how often they obsess over moving forward professionally. Jermiah and Lance talk about strategies to win in life and how to not fear failing or losing because they're all lessions. Before the break, Jeremiah asks Lance why would you ignore fifty percent of the body?
Segment 4
In the last segment, Lance answers Jermiah’s question. He uses martial arts as an example to explain his reasoning. Matt talks about moral integrity. He asks the guys about the importance of practicing self compassion. Jeremiah and Lance share how and why they practice self compassion. Jeremiah talks about not being afraid to dodge accountability. Jermiah and his guest talk about gender differences and how each sex has a different approach regarding martial arts and entrepreneurship. Before the end of the segment, the guys shared their last words and had some laughs with one another.
Friday at noon I’m excited to welcome back to the show employment lawyer & fellow talkradio.nyc show host Eric Sarver
Employers & business owners have a slew of new regulation to deal with in NYC, and between his Midtown practice plus his show - Employment Law Today - Eric has been front & center for it all
I’m really looking forward to his advice!
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Segment 1
Jeremiah kicks off the last show of the year by introducing his guest and fellow Talk Radio host, Eric Sarver. Eric is a business law attorney and has his own firm where he represents and counsels small and mid-sized companies, startups, and business owners, in matters of business law, employment law, and contracts. Jeremiah jumps right into the conversation updating the audience on current vaccine mandates for NYC. By December 27th expect a reinforcement for mask and vaccine card mandates if you are planning on any indoor activity. Jeremiah and Eric discussed the headaches private owners have been put through during the pandemic. The lack of time employers have had to train and oversee employees on the new mandates regarding the vaccination status has been one of the biggest problems.
Segment 2
Jeremiah and Eric discuss the need for labor assistance for private businesses who are overstaffed due to the high demand of customers. Eric says though it is not likely business would receive much assistance, businesses can expect possible tax credits. Jeremiah segways the conversation to health inspections. Jeremiah’s restaurant was inspected the night prior. Eric suggests business owners learn the laws and regulations applicable to their industry and set up policies that facilitate communicating these policies and monitoring employees sticking to them.
Segment 3
Jeremiah and Eric discuss the highlights Eric has seen in the workplace in NY state. Laws have been changing around paid leave. Eric suggests refreshing your knowledge on employment laws because it’s important to know and can prevent any legal battles. Another battle private businesses, restaurants in particular, could be struggling with is employees resisting vaccinations. Being open to communication and creating policies can help keep your business running smoothly. Eric also suggests keeping records of notes and documentation can also save you a lot of headaches.
Segment 4
In the last segment of the year, Jeremiah gives advice for small business owners. Having clear policies delivered in a systematic way makes employees and employers more open to feedback. Jeremiah talks about the responsibilities that are expected of a small business owner and how it is helpful to hire experts in areas you are weak in. Before the end of the segment, Eric tells the audience ways to reach him. You can find Eric Sarver through google. His linked in profile along with his website should be a top result.
Friday at noon I’m super pumped to go live with Kent Yoshimura
He’s a co-founder of Neuro Gum & Oki’s World
He’s also spent a lot of time in martial arts so the stars are in alignment for a fascinating conversation stars.
Tune in for this energetic conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.
Segment 1
Jeremiah kicks off the show with a message of the week. He says the best version of ourselves starts with the mind. Jeremiah introduced his guest Kent Yoshimura who Jeremiah recently met at his restaurant in Brooklyn. Kent is a co-founder of Neuro Gum and Oki’s World. He shares his mission in wanting to produce a product that can make an individuals' life better. Kent shares how got the idea for Neuro Gum while training in martial arts. Before the break, Jeremiah and Kent chat about resilience and how quitters never win.
Segment 2
Coming back from the break, Jeremiah and Kent discuss the correlation between entrepreneurs and martial arts. Kent shares he finds a connection amongst creativity, martial arts, and business. In either aspect when there is a problem in front of you, you have to tackle it the best way you can. Jeremiah and Kent begin to chat about Kent’s business in NFT. Kent shares how his partnerships have helped move his company along. Before the break, Jeremiah and Kent discuss the benefits of NFTs and how its importance can be lost amongst meaningless content.
Segment 3
Jeremiah and Kent discuss Oki’s World financial plan and how they charge their NFT. Kent’s mission is to make art accessible. Jeremiah asks Kent what would be someone’s incentive for purchasing an Oki? Kent explains that when you purchase an Oki,you retain full ownership. He begins to share the steps he’s taken to further his business. Before the break, Jeremiah and Kent discuss the benefits of partnerships.
Segment 4
In the last segment, Jeremiah and Kent talk about the difficulties that creatives can have with marketing and business. Kent shares he focuses on making things accessible and approachable which has helped him further his business. Jeremiah shares his personal reasons for playing music and opening a restaurant. He loves sharing his work and passion especially to those who maybe aren’t aware or have access. Kent talks about the evolution of art being an ego thing in the beginning of his life and suddenly being more about sharing art with a community.
Friday at noon I’ll be twirling hair & slamming shit once again with my man, Thane Taylor
We’ll try to squeeze in some talk on business & investments too!
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Show NotesSegment 1Jeremiah begins the show introducing his guest and friend, Thane Taylor. Taylor , who is also known as the “Everyday Workout Man” on social media, is an owner and investor of multiple businesses including a family owned Thai restaurant in St. Cloud. Jeremiah discusses his experience owning a restaurant pre pandemic through post pandemic and maintaining a loyal staff. He explains how he managed to stay afloat with the help of his family and two official employees. Before the break, Jeremiah and Taylor discuss the benefits of taking a new approach and dropping paid marketing.
Segment 2Coming back from the break, Jeremiah and Taylor share why you should take the time to reflect on your business; dissect your plan to see what works and how you can be better. Jeremiah shares the reasons for maintaining a consistent trained staff. Taylor cautions business owners against eliminating the growth of their employees and having a scarcity mindset. Taylor takes the time to talk about his different forms of income and how he maintains the workflow. Before the break, Jeremiah and Taylor talk about the difficulties with turnovers. They also discuss why you should push employees to expand their skills.
Segment 3Coming back from the break, Jeremiah and Taylor continue to chat about Taylor’s different flow of incomes. Taylor is a restaurant investor along with being a franchisee of Fargo Mathnasium. He also mentions how he is planning on opening a gym, which has been a long time goal of his. Taylor breaks down the steps he's been taking to make his vision come alive. Before the break, Jeremiah shares his experience with becoming a personal trainer during the pandemic. He talks about his growing clientele and the type workouts he teaches.
Segment 4Jeremiah and Taylor discuss different fighting techniques within MMA and Jiu Jitsu. They make connections to owning a business and explain how training helps you maintain self-control. Taylor shares another passive income he acquired, NFT. He talks about taking a chance in investing in various things including artwork. Jeremiah and Taylor talk about the positive aspects of investing and the high risk factors you might encounter.
This Friday at noon I’m pumped to welcome Bo Templin to the show!
He a sports podcast host & writer for ONE37pm
We’ll discuss some of my favorite topics: business, media & fighting.
Also, we’ll talk about what makes a show interesting.
Tune in for this energetic conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.
Segment 1
Jeremiah starts the show by introducing his guest, sports podcast host, Bo Templin. Jeremiah and Bo discuss Bo’s company 137 and what it’s mission means to Bo. They segway the conversation to sports and begin to talk about UFC. Bo connects business to the dynamics of a fighter and links the determination and mental space of a fighter to the optimal perspective on how to run one's business.
Segment 2
Coming back from the break, Jeremiah and Bo talk about Bo getting invited to Kelly Slater surf ranch. No talks about getting invited by UFC champion Belfort. Jeremiah and Bo discuss Bo’s background and how he found himself with a degree in broadcast journalism. Bo says he always had a love for sports. He talks about finding stories and learning to balance your professional and personal life. Jeremiah and Bo begin to discuss their personal experiences with boxing and martial arts. They talk about the intense workouts and the strain it can put on your body.
Segment 3
Jeremiah and Bo discuss how Bo got into podcasting. Bo talks about joining the podcast club in high school and sticking with it through college. He talked about moving to San Diego and getting a job and then losing due to the pandemic. Bo found work through MMA commentary and got a position at 137PM through networking. Before the break, Bo gives advice for starting a podcast. He suggests setting your expectations and understanding why you want to host a show.
Segment 4
In the last segment, Jeremiah and Bo discuss what is next for Bo and the benefits of collaborating with a network. Bo talks about the resources that a network is able to provide is helpful for the 22 year old. They discuss the importance of a social media presence and how different platforms can bring a larger audience. Towards the end of the segment, Jeremiah and Bo discussed advertisements and how a network becomes your advertisement. Bo leaves his information at the end of the episode.
This Friday at noon I'm rolling it back again with RKCMO, INC. president, Ryan Kovach.
Ryan has over 20 years experience in the staffing marketing industry.
He's been a regular guest on the show lately, and this time we're going to try to peel some layers away from this onion.....this blight on the business community & figure out why everyone is quitting their damn job.
Watch it live on Talking Alternative Broadcasting or listen live on talkradio.nyc
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Segment 1
Jeremiah starts the show off by introducing his guest Ryan Kovach. Ryan has been a guest on the show previously. He is returning to talk about the current state of owning a business. Jeremiah and Ryan discuss the record number of employers attempting to hire and record number of people who are unemployed. Ryan went on to talk about everything associated with employment being at an all time low post pandemic. Before the break Jeremiah and Ryan discussed the trend of corporations trying to eliminate uncomfortable work environments when that is directly counter-productive to success.
Segment 2
Coming back from the break Jeremiah and Ryan continue their discussion of the current trend of trying to eliminate uncomfortable work environments. They go on to mention how it affects the employer and employee relationship. Ryan discusses cancel culture and how it creates the fear of isolation and or fear of standing out. Jeremiah and Ryan segwayed discussion to old work practices and talked about how much has changed since the pandemic. Before the break, Jeremiah and Ryan talked about the misconception of starting your own business and the common belief that you will make easy money. They chat about the importance of these obstacles and how it molds you into a stronger individual.
Segment 3
Jeremiah and Ryan continue their discussion on employees looking for a new path. Ryan talks about the influence of social media and how it depicts an unrealistic lifestyle. They talk about new generations seemingly looking for an easy life. He explains that even people who are believed to love what they do are miserable at work. Ryan makes the connection to celebrities who are known to have it all but have the highest rates of suicides. He believes you need a balance of failures and triumphs. Before the break, Jeremiah connects the discussion to a story about how a butterfly’s metamorphosis shows you why struggle is necessary.
Segment 4
In the last segment, Jeremiah and Ryan finish their discussion on obstacles and struggling. Ryan mentions trite tropes in films where the hero has to overcome an obstacle in order to prevail. They both agreed that wanting to make your life easier is understandable but it can become a problem when you expect everyone to accommodate you. Jeremiah believes everyone should spend some time in a service position before obtaining your degree. A way to start at the bottom and be ready for the obstacles that will come your way.
Time to face your fears cause opening a business is fucking scary
John Busso & I got some tricks & treats for everyone this Friday at noon on talkradio.nyc
Costumes encouraged
Going live from Spacestation Prospect’s new spot on Talking Alternative Broadcasting
Tune in for this energetic conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.
Segment 1
Jeremiah starts the show introducing his guest John Busso. They begin talking about John opening a business during the start of the pandemic. John expresses that his friends’ advice helped him focus on growing his business even though he wasn’t allowed to operate. John talks about reintroducing social skills to children since the pandemic. He talks about his business, Spacestation and how it can be used as an educational outlet for the children in the neighborhood.
Segment 2
Jermiah and John talk about surviving the pandemic financially. John talks about opening Spacestation on Prospect Ave in February 2020 and the obstacles he had to face as a new entrepreneur. The guys talk about their tight knit community and how difficult it was for small businesses to stay afloat before the pandemic. John mentions that businesses have been rising since the pandemic. Before the break, Jeremiah and John discuss Spacestation and what they offer.
Segment 3
Coming back from the break, John talks about being a teacher for 20 years and how it inspired him to open his business. Jeremiah Johnny talks about growing up on Prospect Ave. and being part of a tight knit kid- friendly community. Jeremiah and John begin to talk about their families and share personal stories. John segways the discussion to the idea of gaming as an educational tool. He mentions how many of the new games can spark outside interests like farming or cooking. Before the break, the discussion focused on teacher burnout and the unrealistic training teachers have to endure.
Segment 4
Coming back from the break, Jeremiah and John discussed the things they learned from the pandemic. John mentions flexibility and keeping an open mind has helped him prosper with his business. Owning a restaurant, Jeremiah also mentioned approachability. Being there for people as an outlet; for your guests, staff and or vendors. Jeremiah expressed some of the burnout he experienced and how he had to overcome it. Before the end of the show, John left a link to reach him and his business if you are looking to book camp, afterschool, or parties. You can check out his website Spacestationprospect.com
It began with a little bite, a mere taste…
You can’t quite remember when it was, but you remember that things were never quite the same. You decided not to follow the status quo, and that decision sets you on a brand new path.
It is a journey of adventure and failure that takes you many places, teaches you resilience, and how to embrace never-ending change.
Later it gives you the confidence to pursue your dreams, learning from the inevitable mistakes that are all part of the voyage. You, my friend, have been bitten by the Entrepreneurial Bug, and are now caught in The Entrepreneurial Web!
Tune in for this energetic conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.
Segment 1
Today's episode of the Entrepreneurial Web is coming live from Fort Hamilton Distillery in Brooklyn's Industry City. Today's guest is Alex Clark, the proprietor of Industry City's new distillery and tasting room, Fort Hamilton. Alex supplies many local restaurants and bars, and liquor stores. Jeremiah refers to seeing the concept of the business in its "sperm stage" to grow into an actual business! Alex says that being an entrepreneur, "your tolerance for risk, you have to negate at some point." Alex says that if one were always worried about the consequences of doing things, they would never do it. One of the biggest things he has learned has been sales; "you can have a great brand, but if you're not moving product, then you don't have a business." Rye whiskey was his focus because it's the original whiskey of America and New York, and they "wanted to bring it back and put it on the pedestal as king of the American whiskeys, what it was until prohibition killed all the distilleries in Northeastern America." Fort Hamilton is a brand based on the history of the Revolutionary War and the Battle of Brooklyn (which technically the British won). They are trying to establish that NY Whiskey is the oldest whiskey in America and goes all the way back to Revolutionary War times.
It can be trickier to get the product to market because making whiskey is a time-consuming process. Alex believes that people's biggest mistake is not focusing on branding first, not thinking about how the product will get out on the market. Jeremiah asks Alex where the point of branding started for him. Alex says that the backyard of his house is where "the plan was hatched." He admits there were long lists of names that really sucked. And adds, all names suck until you do it. Especially when naming whiskey, he had to think of what else was out there? How do you get your story across in two to three words? Alex says that the Fort Hamilton Parkway stop is what gave him the inspiration for the whiskey brand.
Jeremiah adds that one of his mentors and first bosses created a sizeable restaurant empire and said the name should indicate what you are.
Think of your distribution channels, what do your sales look like when you're an entrepreneur.
Alex jumps back to the challenges of brand naming. He admits that one of the challenges was finding a Trademarkable name; in the early stages of Fort Hamilton, they tried using Brooklyn in their name, and it was not possible. He says that geographical locations are tough to trademark. The name that you have is the value of your company; it's about your intellectual property.
Segment 2
Jeremiah brings up that the distillery is not far from the Fort Hamilton base. They moved on to speak about the pitfalls in branding.
Alex points out that they have only been open for a few weeks.
They would have opened up last year, but the pandemic stopped them. Luckily Alex still had his bartending job and was bringing in income through that gig. He advises that early business owners should not quit their job just because they are opening their business, but he acknowledges that might not be the case for some businesses.
Fort Hamilton wanted to make sure they had a good relationship with local retailers instead of opening up many accounts everywhere. Quality is essential and sustainable sales are essential, making sure their supply chain is consistent. Getting that consistency going has been tricky, especially since they didn't have their own space to work out of.
Last March, they were supposed to move in, but all construction got shut down, and they couldn't get their license until August. They had thought about releasing a ready-to-drink cocktail, and he's glad that they didn't go down that route--he believes it would have taken them away from their mission of making whiskey.
Looking at other places to market is a new avenue for sales, such as internet sales. His core mission was to get the bourbon out last year instead of competing in the ready-made cocktail market. And he was still doing wholesale to local retailers. He had great connections with the local retailers and restaurants, which helped them out a lot last year. Their sales in liquor stores rose when the pandemic was grave. They noticed that having two different price points worked very well, since people couldn't order their cocktails from restaurants, but they could make their cocktails at home.
Segment 3
Why take over such a big space? Tasting rooms can generate income (for a lot of distilleries, that's where they get most of their profits); Fort Hamilton thinks they will be making more money. Alex thinks that the business will take off because they're not just focusing on Brooklyn; they are using their American rye whiskey identity to build a great product. They are starting to see that they are "making more money out there than with the tasting rooms."
They are located in the "distillery conglomerate," Jeremiah jokes that someone can show up to that courtyard and have a really good time. One of the focuses on Rye whiskey is because it's the base for all the great cocktails. The farm license gives them the ability to operate a tasting room as long as the products in stock are made with 75% of NY-based products. They make NY rye, NY bourbon, and NY maple syrup; they are a premium brand, and the goal is to have a full-fledge cocktail menu highlighting NY spirits.
Segment 4,
Fort Hamilton offers the following products: single barrel rye, double-barrel rye (small batch), double-barrel bourbon, high rye double-barrel bourbon, car strength rye whiskey, and bourbon-barrel-aged maple syrup.
Friday at noon it’s the triumphant return of my brother, Jacob Fox.
We just celebrated 1 year of our Instagram Live side show, Zorro Bros Oddcast.
Tune in live on talkradio.nyc for lots of Chappelle-style banter but also thoughts on business, leadership & podcasting
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Segment 1
Welcome to Episode #101! Jeremiah opens with a quote from Ric Flair. Jeremiah welcomes his guest this week, his little brother, Jacob Fox. It’s the first anniversary of their Zorro Bros Oddcast on Instagram Live. Jacob discusses how his life has changed since the launch of Oddcast. Jeremiah gives a progress update on his MMA training, which is considerably different than Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a number of ways, in particular the integration of wrestling into the fighting style.
Segment 2
Jeremiah shares some trivia about the podcast theme song! Jeremiah and Jacob discuss Dave Chappelle’s most recent Netflix special, The Closer, and how important it is for entrepreneurs to be able to accept criticism and rejection. Jacob outlines why this acceptance is key to being a successful salesperson. Jeremiah shares his thoughts on acceptance and confidence.
Segment 3
Jacob talks about the difference between being a sales manager versus a sales leader. Jeremiah and Jacob talk about the changes that take place once you reach “the top” and have to deal with things that are beyond your control, whether it’s in business or as a parent. Jacob shares what he believes are the strongest types of leadership. Jeremiah discusses questions his mentor asked him during Clubhouse discussions and his struggle to answer them, and how he redeemed himself when it came time to interview him on his own show.
Segment 4
Jeremiah and Jacob share pro tips on how to launch a show on Instagram Live: getting it set up, sharing across platforms, and editing clips for promotional purposes. They then turn back to the conversation about confidence, which is useful for anyone thinking about launching a show of their own. Jacob shares how vital it is to let go of your ego, something that also translates well to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Don’t be afraid to get knocked down - and if you do, be sure to get right back up.
This Friday at noon marks the 100th episode of my show!!
I’ve got a heavy handful of special guests coming on to help me celebrate & talk about the things we all love in life that have made a show like this a possibility.
Huge shout out to Lance Knaub, Tony Disilvestro, Belinda Di Giambattista, Ryan Kovach, Dom Jackson & Nick "Ronin" Lozano for making this happen….I could never do it alone.
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It’s the 100th episode! Message of the week: You are a product of the people you surround yourself with. Jeremiah welcomes three guests this week: Tony Disilvestro, Lance Knaub and Belinda Di Giambattista. All three people have been hugely influential in Jeremiah’s life, going back over 25 years. All three have built up, maintained and/or sold businesses and have branched off into coaching. This week’s episode will be Clubhouse-style. Jeremiah asks the group: what does Community mean to you? Each guest provides two-minute answers. Jeremiah shares anecdotes on how community engagement and trust over the years has helped his businesses prosper.
Segment 2Jeremiah’s next question to the group: as a coach, what are the main mistakes/obstacles that young entrepreneurs are making or are not on their radars? Lance, Belinda and Tony all share their two-minute thoughts. Common mistakes include: focusing too much on “the grind,” ignoring self care, not having a niche, refusing to think outside the box, not systemizing processes, etc. Jeremiah and guests discuss the importance of remembering the basics of entrepreneurship, especially for young people with big aspirations.
Segment 3Jeremiah welcomes guests Ryan Kovach, Dom Jackson & Nick "Ronin" Lozano to talk all things Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ryan, Dom and Nick are all entrepreneurs who also practice jiu-jitsu in their spare time and believe it bears a lot in common with entrepreneurship in ways you may not realize. Jeremiah continues the Clubhouse two-minute question trend and asks the group: How has training in jiu-jitsu informed your professional life? Whether it’s things like overcoming managing imposter syndrome or understanding when to change your move set, Ryan, Dom and Nick provide their personal insights. Jeremiah and Dom discuss how Dom recently got into jiu-jitsu. He’s been slowly but surely building up his abilities and has learned a lot of strategy along the way!
Segment 4Jeremiah talks about the MMA lessons he started taking a few months ago, and how unprepared he was for it even with his jiu-jitsu skills. Jeremiah and guests build on this reflection to discuss how important it is to remain creative when adjusting to new and difficult situations. Whether it’s in the media world or in the ring, having the ability to focus on a strategy, and to adapt that strategy tactically, is key to continuous growth.
The podcast currently has 108 episodes available.