Who You Work With Matters

HR shouldn’t hold your business back—it should power your growth.

In this episode of Who You Work With Matters, Aaron sits down with Dan Myron, a seasoned PEO expert from ExtensisHR, to unpack how small and midsize businesses can simplify operations, reduce risk, and offer top-tier benefits—without adding internal complexity.

From compliance headaches to multi-state teams, Dan shares practical strategies and eye-opening insights from his years leading sales, implementation, and client success at one of the country's top HR outsourcing firms.

💡 You’ll learn:

• How to choose the right PEO for your business

• Why benefits are a competitive edge in 2024

• What most business owners misunderstand about HR outsourcing

• How brokers and founders can build smarter together

Whether you're growing a team, managing people, or advising clients—you’ll walk away smarter (and more confident) about how the right support makes all the difference.

👤 Featuring: Dan Myron, PEO Consultant at ExtensisHR

What does it really take to rise to the top in today’s real estate market—without burning out or selling out?

In this episode of Who You Work With Matters, Aaron sits down with Jamie Arcykiewicz, a powerhouse real estate agent who has sold over $60M and helped 115+ families in just six years. Together, they unpack the real strategies that drive lasting success—rooted in relationships, intuition, and personal growth.

💡 Jamie shares her journey from hustle to high-performance and drops gold on:

• Keeping your edge in a shifting market

• Scaling with systems while staying personal

• The emotional intelligence real estate demands

• What today’s agents really need to know about commissions, COs, and client trust

Whether you're an agent, entrepreneur, or someone building something meaningful—this episode will leave you thinking bigger and working smarter.

In this episode of Who You Work With Matters, we sit down with John Smallwood—President of Smallwood Wealth Management and creator of the Wealth Curve Blueprint™—for a powerful, no-fluff conversation about building real wealth.

John brings over three decades of experience to the table and shares why most people approach money the wrong way. From protecting your income to rethinking your entire financial mindset, this episode is packed with game-changing ideas for anyone serious about their future.

We talk about:

• Why your ability to earn is your most valuable asset

• The overlooked importance of risk transfer

• Rethinking passive income and early retirement myths

• How to design a financial life that grows with you

Whether you're just starting out or already building legacy wealth, this is a masterclass in thinking bigger and planning smarter—with heart.

🎙 Featuring: John L. Smallwood, CFP®, bestselling author, award-winning advisor, and host of the “Money Isn’t” podcast.

In Episode 89 of Who You Work With Matters, host Aaron Levine sits down with Matt Cohen, President of Two Rivers Title, to explore the growing intersection between real estate, cybersecurity, and trust.

From wire fraud and AI deepfakes to escrow innovation and digital identity threats, Matt shares how title and escrow services have evolved to protect clients in today’s high-risk environment.

🎯 Topics Covered:

• Real estate fraud and identity theft

• Escrow as a tool beyond real estate

• Cyber insurance, ransomware, and contingency planning

• The rising role of personal connection in a digital world

This episode is a must-listen for real estate professionals, attorneys, business owners, and anyone managing large transactions or sensitive data.

In Episode 88 of Who You Work With Matters, Aaron Levine is joined by Courtney Wladyka — a powerhouse community leader and co-founder of the Monmouth Beach Education Foundation.

From her corporate marketing career to grassroots impact, Courtney shares how passion, collaboration, and curiosity can drive real change in schools and communities.

💬 In this episode:

• Building community across generations

• Advocating for neurodivergent learners

• Turning events into powerful fundraising tools

• Creating inclusive education opportunities

• Why leadership starts exactly where you are

Whether you're a parent, leader, entrepreneur, or change-maker — this one’s for you.

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What makes a great recruiter? How do you build winning teams without burning out—or getting buried in LinkedIn spam?

In this episode, Aaron Levine sits down with Ted O’Brien, founder of Starbridge Partners and Proxima Search, for a brutally honest conversation about what really works in hiring, scaling startups, and creating cultures where people actually want to work.

💡 You’ll hear:

• Why generic job ads fail (and what works instead)

• The real deal on hybrid work, remote roles, and office culture

• How Proxima Search helps startups scale smartly

• Tips for choosing the right recruiter—and avoiding red flags

• A fun dive into day trading, risk psychology, and why it all ties back to recruiting

Whether you're building a business, growing your team, or rethinking your next career move—this one’s packed with real-world advice and fresh perspective.

🎧 Tune in now—because who you work with truly matters.

In Episode 86 of Who You Work With Matters, Aaron Levine sits down with branding powerhouse Darcy Flanders, founder of BaselineGroupNY. They dive into what it really takes to build a meaningful brand—from launching a creative agency to creating a team culture that lasts. Darcy shares lessons from nearly 30 years in business, how personal values shape professional brands, and why who you surround yourself with makes all the difference. If you're an entrepreneur, creative, or anyone passionate about leadership and branding—this episode is for you.

Think your business is protected? Think again.

In this eye-opening episode of Who You Work With Matters, host Aaron Levine sits down with seasoned employment attorney Eric Sarver to discuss the legal blind spots that most business owners don’t even know they have. From EPLI insurance myths to compliance horror stories, this conversation is a must-listen for any entrepreneur who wants to protect their business before it's too late.

Whether you're scaling a startup, running a family business, or managing a growing team, this episode covers the real-world legal and compliance issues that can cost you thousands—or even your entire company—if ignored.

What happens when the housing market shifts, mortgage rates climb, and buyers are left navigating financial uncertainty? You turn to the pros who truly get it.

In Episode 84 of Who You Work With Matters, host Aaron Levine sits down with Evan Beach, mortgage strategist and founder at Informed Mortgage, for a timely and practical conversation about the real estate market in 2025.

From navigating rising rates and home equity strategies, to helping first-time buyers make smart, educated decisions, Evan shares powerful insights shaped by over 20 years of experience in lending—and his deep roots in the New Jersey real estate scene.

You’ll hear:

• How Evan’s team pivoted from a retail bank to launching their own brokerage

• Why financial education is the most overlooked advantage in real estate today

• What most buyers get wrong about affordability and renovation costs

• How rising consumer debt and equity access are reshaping refinance conversations

• Why the best agents are constantly learning—and how CE classes help

Plus, expect stories about golf, business uniforms, and how trust and teamwork impact every real estate deal.

Whether you're a homebuyer, real estate pro, or just trying to make sense of today’s housing trends—this episode will leave you more informed, empowered, and ready to take action.

What happens when an insurance lawyer builds a tool that understands policy language better than most professionals—and doesn’t want to replace you, but empower you?

In this episode, Aaron sits down with Dan Schulman, founder of Qumis, to explore how AI is reshaping the insurance industry by helping agents, brokers, and underwriters analyze complex coverage documents faster and more accurately—while preserving the human relationships at the core of the business.

You’ll learn:

• Why policy reading is legal work, and how tech is catching up

• How AI can bridge the knowledge gap as seasoned pros retire

• Why “human-in-the-loop” AI is the key to trust, speed, and protection

• How agents can use smarter tools to win business, avoid E&O, and scale wisely

Plus, Dan shares how his passion for photography helps him slow down, find clarity, and stay creative in the fast-paced world of tech and insurance.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the future of insurance—because tech alone won’t win, but who you work with still will.