Many business owners have had to shift to a temporary virtual model during COVID-19.  Is it possible that switching permanently to a virtual office would allow you to serve clients while giving you the freedom and flexibility you’ve been wanting? In today’s episode, Matt DiFrancesco continues his lessons from the virtual office, diving into the … Continue reading Episode 14 – Why Going 100% Virtual Gives Business Owners More Freedom and Flexibility →

Sending your child to college or university can be emotionally and financially difficult. It can also be a benefit. Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Beth Walker, founder of the Center For College Solutions. Beth shares her expertise in planning for college and the costs that come with it. Discover how to leverage different offers when … Continue reading Episode 13 – Continuing Education: Cash Hog Or Investment? →

COVID introduced the idea of working virtually to many forced to stay home. As the quarantine is lifted, some business owners are looking to continue online. Now, Matt DiFrancesco shares his insights about working virtually. He discusses the impact working online has on travel times, meeting times and the cost of working virtually. Discover tips … Continue reading Episode 12- Lessons From A Virtual Office →

Many Pennsylvania businesses are adapting successfully during COVID-19. What ideas can you use to help your family business pivot and thrive? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Amy Bradley, the president and CEO of the Cambria Regional Chamber in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Amy shares success stories about businesses in her region that have pivoted … Continue reading Episode 11- Ways to Pivot Your Pennsylvania Family Business During COVID-19 –– With Amy Bradley →

During the lockdown, many companies opted to have their employees work from home. But how will this affect the realities of the office moving forward after the pandemic? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco discusses the impact of technology on workspaces outside of the office and reveals the revelations COVID-19 has uncovered about the benefits of … Continue reading Episode 10 – The Virtual “Office” of the Present →

The economic impact of COVID-19 has been wide and far-reaching. Many local businesses are feeling the strain of a decrease in leisurely spending.  In this episode of Your Business, Your Life, Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Dave Erb from West Penn Billiards and Fine Furniture, discussing the impact COVID-19 has had on his business. Dave … Continue reading Episode 9 – Billiards in COVID →

Business owners are finding innovative ways to continue operating during the pandemic. In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco talks about businesses that have pivoted to survive and fulfill people’s immediate needs during COVID-19. This episode is filled with positive stories about innovation and expert advice on how to protect your business going forward. In this episode, … Continue reading Episode 8- How Businesses are Adapting During COVID-19 →

Business owners are finding innovative ways to continue operating during the pandemic. In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco talks about businesses that have pivoted to survive and fulfill people’s immediate needs during COVID-19. This episode is filled with positive stories about innovation and expert advice on how to protect your business going forward. In this episode, … Continue reading Episode 8- How Businesses are Adapting During COVID-19 →

An internal team can handle your day-to-day business operations, but do you have an external team that can handle the unique situations that come up? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco explains the necessity of having an external team –– one you won’t need every day but should have on hand. He walks you through 15 … Continue reading Episode 7- 15 People You Need on Your External Team →

An internal team can handle your day-to-day business operations, but do you have an external team that can handle the unique situations that come up? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco explains the necessity of having an external team –– one you won’t need every day but should have on hand. He walks you through 15 … Continue reading Episode 7- 15 People You Need on Your External Team →