Just Minding My Business

Preparing People and Organizations for the Future of Work. Stephen Shortt brings a blend of insight, strategy, frameworks and humor to help navigate change, embrace opportunities, and thrive in an ever-evolving world. Stephen Shortt is a Career & Talent Strategist working with Career Starters and Career Changers who are looking for their IDEAL Career. Stephen also works with companies that want to select and develop the right leaders for their organizations, using personality profiles and ability-based tools to improve hiring and development decisions. His mission is to make the world a better place with happy people in fulfilling, rewarding careers. Stephen has been fortunate enough to have been the Master of Ceremonies and Panel Moderator for international events in Europe, North America & Asia. He works closely with teams to deliver professional and entertaining conferences with lots of take-home value. Stephen is also an author of Your Future Career, which is an essential guide for students and young professionals navigating their way into the workforce. He is also currently writing Your Next Career, which is a guide for professionals ready to pivot or redefine their paths. Additionally, Stephen is currently in development of writing, Hiring The Right People, which is a practical guide for business leaders, HR professionals, and hiring managers. CONTACT DETAILS: Business: CareerFit / Successful Succession / HAPPY People Project Website: https://stephenshortt.com Social Media Address LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenshortt/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stephenshortt Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenshortt/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StephenShortt Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services. 📈💼🚀

The demands of the modern business world—constant decision-making, relentless competition, and perpetual connectivity—often lead to burnout and diminished performance. However, a growing body of scientific evidence is proving that meditation is not a soft skill, but a critical training regimen for the high-performing professional and their organization. Shalin Desai is a corporate leader, meditation teacher, and intuitive practitioner who bridges high-performance business environments with deep inner clarity. Trained personally by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Shalin brings over 20 years of experience teaching meditation and breathwork across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and India. Today, Shalin is here to share his unique perspective on how meditation can be the secret ingredient to unlocking high performance and sustained success within your business. He serves as Director of Programs with The Art of Living Foundation, where he leads large-scale leadership and well-being initiatives, and is a corporate leadership facilitator with the TLEX Institute, working with organizations such as Microsoft, Dell, BCG, Accenture, Salesforce, Eli Lilly, Nutanix, and Merck. Alongside this work, Shalin operates as a senior supply chain leader at Navistar, giving him firsthand experience navigating high-pressure, real-world corporate challenges. Shalin is also a Practitioner and Intuitive Life Scanner with the Institute of Absolute Intelligence, a research-driven initiative exploring expanded human intelligence, intuition, and consciousness beyond purely cognitive models. In select conversations, he offers grounded, experiential intuitive insights that help surface clarity and perspective in real time. His work focuses on practical tools for mental clarity, stress resilience, and conscious leadership, helping individuals and organizations access higher performance by aligning inner intelligence with outer action. 🧘‍♂️✨🌿 CONTACT DETAILS: Email: shalin.desai@artofliving.org Business: The Art of Living Foundation Website: https://www.artofliving.org/us-en Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Today, we're tearing down the concept of "Clean Beauty" with a woman who built a company on the radical idea of honesty. Our guest is Kate Assaraf, founder of DIP, the sustainability-forward haircare company that's redefining beauty without plastic or pretense. After years inside the beauty machine, Kate witnessed firsthand how marketing excluded real women and, crucially, how "greenwashing" obscured the truth. She created DIP to disrupt this cycle, challenging the very language of the industry. DIP believes the era of "Clean Beauty" is over. As Kate puts it, calling something "clean" is often just a distraction—a term with no legal meaning that often fuels chemophobia, an unreasonable fear of chemicals. (Let's remember, water is a chemical, right?) DIP is calling time on misleading marketing callouts like "non-toxic," "chemical-free," and "naturally derived." Instead, they choose transparency, intentionality, and hard data. Kate Assaraf is the founder of DIP, a sustainability-forward haircare company redefining beauty without plastic or pretense. After years in the beauty industry, Kate saw how marketing excluded real women and greenwashed the truth—so she created DIP to do things differently. DIP makes salon-quality shampoo and conditioner bars that are plastic-free, travel-ready, and built to last. But more than that, it’s a brand with a mission: empower small, women-owned refill stores across the country to thrive. Kate’s 7-figure business doesn’t rely on Amazon or big box retail—instead, she invests directly in Main Street. From funding store build-outs to launching exclusive local-only scents, Kate is proving that sustainable beauty can be good for people, the planet, and your profit margins. Named NJ Mompreneur of the Year, a Forbes Council Member, and Oprah’s 2025 #1 Pick for Curly Hair, Kate is a fierce advocate for small business, honest marketing, and conscious consumerism. 🌿💚✨ CONTACT DETAILS Email: press@thinkrightpr.com Business: Dip Haircare Website: www.dipalready.com Social Media: Instagram: @dipalready Media Inquiries: Kristin Davis — kristin@thinkrightpr.com Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

What happens when an engineer applies problem-solving precision to wealth building? Today’s guest, Stan Leong, is a Private Wealth Advisor and author of Engineering Your Finances: The Tech Professional’s Guide to Strategic Wealth Building. Stan helps engineers and executives in Big Tech transform complex financial challenges into simple, actionable strategies for retirement and long-term security. With his unique engineer-to-engineer perspective, he makes financial planning relatable and clear for analytical minds. Get ready to discover how to engineer a confident financial future. Stan Leong is the author of Engineering Your Finances: The Tech Professional’s Guide to Strategic Wealth Building and a Private Wealth Advisor who helps engineers and executives design the financial future they want. With his background as a former engineer, Stan brings technical precision and relatable insight to financial planning, connecting with clients in ways other advisors often can’t. He specializes in serving high-income professionals in Big Tech, typically in their 40s to 60s, who have accumulated significant assets and are now focused on retirement readiness and long-term wealth strategies. By blending analytical rigor with personalized financial guidance, Stan equips his clients to approach their money with clarity, confidence, and purpose. His mission is to help tech professionals make smarter decisions today that lead to financial security and freedom tomorrow. Contact Information Email: Stan@engineeringyourfinancesbook.com Business: Engineering Your Finances Website: https://www.engineeringyourfinancesbook.com/# Download the FREE Book Social Media: LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanleycleong/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Do you feel like you are being overlooked to becoming the go-to expert in your niche. Our guest today can lead you through the journey of positioning, packaging, and pricing your expertise, launching your personal brand startup business in 90 days. Katrena Friel is an internationally recognized Business Coach and the celebrated "Business Mentor to the Awakened," dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs and leaders toward true mastery in their Field of Excellence. With over 25 years of experience, Katrena draws on her background as an award-winning author, sought-after international speaker, and TEDx presenter to empower her clients. She is the creator of the unique "Done for You Program," which delivers a clear pathway to success by helping clients transform hidden dreams into reality within just 90 days, specifically by establishing seven distinct streams of income. For anyone ready to become the authoritative expert in their field, Katrena provides the essential clarity, strategy, and inspiration needed to authentically thrive and future-proof their business life. Katrena Friel – Business Mentor Katrena Friel is an internationally recognized Business Coach, celebrated for her expertise in guiding entrepreneurs and leaders toward true mastery in their Field of Excellence. Known as the Business Mentor to the Awakened, Katrena has empowered clients for over 25 years, drawing from her experience as an award-winning author, sought-after speaker, and now TEDx presenter. Her unique "Done for You Program" transforms hidden dreams into reality within just 90 days, offering a clear pathway to success through seven distinct streams of income. For those ready to become experts in their field of excellence, Katrena is the "how" they’ve been waiting for, providing the clarity, strategy, and inspiration needed to thrive authentically in the New World, future-proofing your business life. Workshop Title Becoming the Expert in your Field of Excellence Discover the 7 streams of income in your business eco-system CONTACT DETAILS Email: katrena@becomingtheexpert.com.au Business: Becoming the Expert Website: https://www.becomingtheexpert.com.au/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Tired of the back-and-forth trying to secure a business loan? Small-business owners don’t live a 9-to-5 life—and your funding shouldn’t either. Today, we’re joined by Kunal Bhasin ], who understands that frustration and is here to share practical ways to get the capital you need without the runaround. Let’s dive in.” Kunal Bhasin is the Founder & CEO of 1West, a financial technology and services firm dedicated to helping small and mid-sized businesses grow through customized capital solutions. He and his team work closely with clients to deliver transparent, flexible funding options that support long-term success. The company also emphasizes speed, service and trust; values that have helped it stand out in a crowded and often impersonal market. Just like the small business innovators, change-makers, and entrepreneurs they serve, 1West is a team of restless, uncommon, and constructive contrarians from all backgrounds — united in their talent for turning the lending process inside out. Premiering ABLE which stands for Automated Business Lending Engine which provides businesses to be able to apply for finances on their terms, 24 hours a day. Why? Because business isn’t 9 to 5. CONTACT DETAILS: Business: 1West Website: https://www.1west.com/ Social Media LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1west/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/1WestFinanceLLC Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/1westfinance/ X - https://x.com/Finance1west Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Are you suffering from "Profititis"—that frustrating condition where revenue climbs but your bottom line refuses to follow? Every small business owner and entrepreneur has felt the pinch of a competitive market, wondering how national chains manage to thrive even in the most diverse and challenging towns. The secret isn't more complexity; it's clarity. Dr. Ben Hansen, widely known as the "Profit Doctor," is here to share the prescription. Drawing on years of hands-on experience, Ben reveals the simple, practical strategies that drive real business growth. Forget the theoretical fluff—Ben specializes in diagnosing and curing Profititis by focusing on the single most critical factor for long-term success: differentiation. Ben Hansen is a 5-time Inc. 5000 entrepreneur and founder of an 8-figure staffing firm. In his previous business, he built a team of over 100 employees in just 8 years and consistently achieved fast growth and high profit. Today, he helps CEOs solve their profit problems fast - he understands firsthand what it takes to build a lean, scalable business that actually makes money. He works with companies earning between $2 and $50 million in annual revenue to increase margins, cash and distributions. Most see meaningful improvements within just 12 weeks without adding more workload or pressure. Ben specializes in curing what he calls Profititis - when revenue keeps growing but profit doesn’t. With hands-on experience, he offers simple, practical solutions that deliver real results, not more theory or complexity.Based in Austin, Texas, Ben enjoys outdoor adventures, football, live music, and spending time with his wife, Ginger, and their dog, Cash. CONTACT DETAILS: Business: Profit Doctor Website: https://profitdoctor.com/ Social Media: LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benhansen/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/profitdoctorben/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitdoctorben Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Human intelligence is a complex, multi-faceted capability—reasoning, learning, problem-solving, and abstract thought—marked by profound self-awareness and adaptability. Orchestrated by the brain’s frontoparietal network, it integrates perception, memory, and language to navigate real-world environments. And unlike artificial intelligence, it’s distinguished by emotional intelligence, ethical judgment, and real-time, autonomous, general-purpose cognition. Few people personify these qualities more vividly than our guest, Don Weber—a global communication strategist, human intelligence (HUMINT) expert, and executive coach whose life tells a story of survival, reinvention, and mastery. For over 15 years, Don worked in international intelligence operations across 90+ countries, operating under multiple identities and navigating environments where one wrong move could have cost him his life. During his years as a U.S. government field operative under the George Bush administration, he gathered intelligence across South America, Africa, and Europe—working with organized crime figures, foreign agents, and volatile political networks. One of his covers placed him inside Antwerp’s diamond trade circles and other uniquely challenging arenas, where he learned to build rapport across diverse groups others could not. After leaving intelligence work, he dedicated his life to helping others communicate authentically and lead with awareness. Over the past decade, he has become one of Europe’s most respected executive communication coaches, training royalty, EU diplomats, ambassadors, senior politicians, and Fortune 500 executives across major European capitals. Trained in martial arts for real-life situations, Don learned techniques to disable or neutralize threats when necessary. He combines that practical training with lifelong meditation practice, blending the discipline of combat with the stillness of mindfulness to create a grounded, authentic approach to leadership and communication. CONTACT DETAILS: Business: Don Weber Coaching Website: https://drwebercoaching.thinkific.com/ https://drwebercoaching.com/ Social Media Address LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-weber YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drwebercoaching Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the search for high-caliber talent is a constant challenge for U.S. businesses. Yet just a short flight away, a vibrant and largely untapped reservoir of skilled professionals is driving innovation across Latin America. Plugg Technologies was founded on the recognition of this immense potential, creating a dedicated pathway for U.S. companies to access the exceptional tech expertise found in countries like Argentina, Mexico, and beyond. This is the story of how a bold vision turned into a company that is redefining staff augmentation and forging powerful, cross-border partnerships. In 2015, Brian Samson, made a bold move. He left San Francisco for Buenos Aires, taking on the challenge of growing a FinTech startup. What started as a small team quickly evolved into a thriving workforce of 85 talented professionals in Argentina. This eye-opening experience revealed a powerful truth: Latin America is home to a wealth of untapped tech talent ready to drive global innovation. This insight led to the creation of Plugg Technologies, a company dedicated to connecting U.S. businesses with the best and brightest minds in LATAM. With the addition of Ruben Santana a 30-year staffing veteran with extensive experience leading nearshoring operations in Mexico our team grew stronger. Ruben’s knowledge of the region’s talent landscape has been instrumental in our success. Today, Plugg Technologies has become a trusted partner for U.S. companies, placing hundreds of top Latin American tech professionals from Argentina, Mexico, and beyond. We have the infrastructure, leadership, and expertise to make nearshore staff augmentation a seamless experience, empowering companies to scale quickly and efficiently. At Plugg, we’re driven by a mission: to provide personalized, hands-on service for every client we work with. Our deep roots in the region, combined with a commitment to excellence, mean we don’t just fill positions we build lasting partnerships. CONTACT DETAILS: Email: brian@plugg.tech Business: Plugg Technologies Website: www.plugg.tech Social Media: Podcast: nearshorecafepodcast.com LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansamson/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

In a world where challenges often seem overwhelming, it's inspiring to see organizations dedicated not just to addressing needs, but to creating sustainable, positive change. Our guest today is at the forefront of that movement. Danielle Buckson is the Founder and President of The Phoenix House Incorporated, a Baltimore-based nonprofit dedicated to providing transitional housing for women and families. With more than 20 years of experience in leadership, program management, and community engagement, she has a proven track record of developing supportive services that foster independence and stability. In addition to leading The Phoenix House, Danielle has served as a Direct Support Specialist with Abilities Network, where she assists individuals in achieving personal goals related to housing, employment, and education. A certified life coach, she brings expertise in counseling, financial literacy, and personal development to her work. Danielle’s professional background includes roles in nonprofit leadership, customer service management, and entrepreneurship, where she trained and mentored emerging professionals. Her commitment to housing justice and community empowerment drives her mission to create safe, supportive environments where women and families can thrive. Learn more: https://thephoenixhouseincorporated.org/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

If you’re tired of stitching together a pricey, time-sucking podcast stack, you’ll love this. Nathan Gwilliam is a serial entrepreneur whose latest exit was Adoption.com. After hosting 350+ episodes on digital monetization, he found the typical toolkit fragmented and costly—around two grand a month—and built PodUp, an AI-powered, single-login platform with 50+ integrated tools to create, grow, and monetize. For time-strapped teams, he also started PodAllies, a done-for-you agency that handles production and marketing once you hit stop. Today, Nathan shares how to go from fragmented to frictionless—and scale your show at a fraction of the cost. Nathan Gwilliam is a serial entrepreneur who has created and sold 3 digital ventures. His most recent exit was Adoption.com, which was the world's most-visited adoption site. After selling Adoption.com Nathan started hosting a podcast about digital monetization, where he published more than 350 episodes. After a few months of publishing audio, video, biogs, social, a website and a newsletter for his show, Nathan realized he was doing it the hard way. Nathan needed more than 30 different technologies that cost nearly $2,000 per month. Those technologies were missing a lot of the functionality he needed, and they had very little integration. He felt like he was duct-taping them together. And, they took way too much time and effort. Even after recording and editing the content, Nathan still had to pay someone 4 hours per day to syndicate the content. Nathan realized the need to solve this problem by creating the all-in-one podcasting platform. So, Nathan began building his fourth venture, PodUp, the ultimate podcasting platform with 50+ tools for creating, growing and monetizing a podcast venture... powered by Al. These tools are integrated, have one username and password, and are available for a small fraction of the price of licensing all the technologies individually. Many businesses and entrepreneurs want a podcast to build thought leadership, credibility and reach, but they don't feel they have time. To solve this problem, PodUp runs a podcasting agency named PodAllies that provides done-for-you podcast production and marketing services. PodAllies clients can record their episodes, and then PodAllies can do essentially everything else for them. In addition to Nathan's ventures, he's also consulted for numerous companies. For example: • He increased revenue by $5 million for a Facebook app in just 12 months. • Developed and launched the social strategy for a media company that grew social follows from less than 100k to 130 million+. This became the most engaging social channels of any publisher in the world at that time with 40 million+ monthly comments, likes, and shares (source: Unmetric). • Created a network of sites and social channels which reached 280 million monthly uniques. • Launched a YouTube channel in four languages that received 1.7 million video views in the first 2 months. • Helped grow Azul airlines' social follows from 5k to 1.6 million in 12 months and created a travel social network for them. Azul became the fastest-growing airline ever in those early days and had a successful IPO. • Created a language-learning platform that reached close to a million fans. Nathan has won numerous awards, such as: • Awarded "Best of the Decade" by the BYU Center for Entrepreneurship&. Technology. • Awarded the US Congress "Angel in Adoption". • Won two different business plan competitions. • Inducted into the "Adoption Hall of Fame". Contact Details: Email: nathan@gwilliam.com Business: PodUp Website: https://podup.com/ Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathangwilliam Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast...

In this conversation, we introduce a speaker and author whose journey began in a small cafe, where she learned that leadership is truly about human connections rather than just metrics. Her story offers inspiration and motivation for fostering effective interactions in the workplace that bring harmony. Lisa Even (ee-ven) is on a mission to help leaders and organizations create the ultimate ripple effect, the kind that moves people and drives impact. Better leaders. Better culture. Better results. A nationally recognized keynote speaker, best-selling author of Joy Is My Job, and host of the Have Good Ripple Effect podcast, Lisa has partnered with top organizations across the world to help teams navigate change and create remarkable performance. Through her signature S.E.A. Model (Show up, Engage, Adapt), Lisa teaches that culture and performance aren’t built in meetings; they’re built in the moments in between, through our attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs. She helps leaders recognize that their ripple effect, the tone they set, the energy they bring, and the example they model, has the power to shape trust, collaboration, and long-term results. Drawing on more than a decade of experience leading teams and studying what great leaders do differently, Lisa equips audiences to move from the day-to-day hustle and firefighting to captaining their own ship. Her message blends strategy, science, humor, and connection, showing that when leaders focus on creating a Good Ripple Effect, results always follow. She brings contagious energy, actionable insights, and a real-world perspective to every room. Known for making leadership practical and people-centered, she challenges leaders to think beyond daily metrics and consider the legacy their leadership leaves behind, the kind measured not just in results, but in how people feel, perform, grow, and show up because of them. Whether she’s on stage, in a workshop, or hosting conversations on her podcast, Lisa reminds leaders of a simple truth: leadership isn’t just an initiative, it’s a performance strategy. Lisa EvenLinks: Website: https://www.lisaeven.com/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisa_even/videos Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/have-good-ripple-effect/id1737506915 Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-even-have-good-ripple-effect-0778b112/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisaeven11 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisaeven_/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services. Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use."

Today, we're joined by a guest whose journey is a masterclass in seeing potential and turning it into something truly extraordinary. He is the can-do entrepreneur behind Ink'd Stores, a venture he launched with a simple but powerful idea: to help small businesses thrive, and then, as he puts it, he "figured it out." His career path is defined by vision, refinement, and execution, spanning ventures from radio and private aviation to luxury villas. Jay built his success on a discerning eye for quality, a commitment to integrity, innovation, and adaptability, always understanding that true success lives in the details—the craftsmanship, the experience, the feeling something evokes. That meticulous perspective is precisely what inspired Ink'd Stores. Beyond the business world, our guest is a dedicated family man, married for 27 years with three kids, Cat, Ben, and Maddie. His home is clearly a lively one, with an animal roster that includes two beagles, Arkie and Hazel Mae, and two cats, Steve and Elton. He and his wife also share a deep commitment to giving back, having fostered 15 dogs, and he maintains a keen interest in recovery and addiction-related charities. CONTACT DETAILS: Business: Ink'd Website: https://www.inkdstores.com/ Social Media: LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaysap/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Today, we have a true force for global good joining us. Our guest, Christian Lefer, has an incredible track record: he's personally been instrumental in launching around 5,000 nonprofits and counting for founders who are making an impact across the globe. This dedication to facilitating world-changing organizations has not only helped countless causes but has also earned Christian the honor of leading the highest-rated service of its kind in the entire business. Get ready to dive into the world of impact with Christian Lefer. Christian believes we are in the age of the “convergence of cause and commerce" – and that every entrepreneur, business owner, and community leader should be aware of the power of aligning a nonprofit with their life’s work. Christian grew up steeped in nonprofits when his developmentally disabled sister first competed in Special Olympics decades ago, and our company was born out of Christian’s “moral outrage” over how difficult it is for people to do good in this world by starting a nonprofit. And look at the times we live in! Things have shifted, and nearly every entrepreneur and business leader wants to make an impact as much as make additional money. CONTACT DETAILS: Email: christian@instantnonprofit.com Business: Instant Nonprofit Website: https://instantnonprofit.com/ Get The FREE Non Profit Startup Kit: https://instantnonprofit.com/resources/?utm_campaign=christian-podcast-appearances&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=podcast&utm_content=podcast-episode-default Social: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/instantnonprofit Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/instantnonprofit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instantnonprofit X: https://x.com/instantnonproft FB: https://www.facebook.com/lnstantNonprofit/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Today, we're diving deep with a true Silicon Valley powerhouse, Kevin Surace. This man is a legendary innovator, serial entrepreneur, and "edutainer" who has graced the stages of TED, the US Congress, and hundreds of major events, earning accolades like INC Magazine's Entrepreneur of the Year and a CNBC Top Innovator of the Decade. With 93 worldwide patents under his belt, Kevin has led pioneering work on everything from the first cellular data smartphone to human-like AI virtual assistants, and even the energy retrofits of iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building—and he's here to share his dynamic insights on the most disruptive forces shaping our world, including ChatGPT, AI, and digital transformation. Kevin Surace is a Silicon Valey innovator, serial entrepreneur, CEO, TV personality and EDUTAINER. Kevin has been featured in Businessweek, Time, Fortune, Forbes, CNN, ABC, MSNBC, FOX News, and has keynoted hundreds of events, from INC5000 to TED to the US Congress. He was INC Magazines’ Entrepreneur of the Year, a CNBC top Innovator of the Decade, World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer, Chair of Silicon Valey Forum, Planet Forward Innovator of the Year nominee, featured for 5 years on TechTV’s Silicon Spin, and inducted into RIT’s Innovation Hal of Fame. While Kevin has a technical background with 93 worldwide patents, he is known as a highly dynamic speaker who is a true entertainer that is funny, excites people, educates & energizes audiences to action. Mr. Surace led pioneering work on the first celular data smartphone (AirCommunicator), the first plastic multichip semiconductor packages, the first human-like AI virtual assistant (Portico), soundproof drywall, high R-value windows, AI-driven building management technology, Generative AI for QA, supply-chain multivariate auctions, and the window/energy retrofits of the Empire State Building and NY Stock Exchange. Mr. Surace is also an accomplished music director, conductor, Broadway and streaming producer, and percussionist. Kevin’s most requested talks include ChatGPT, AI and Automation. It’s impact on your life and your company, Bringing Silicon-Valey Disruptive Innovation to Your Organization and Digital Transformation. He customizes each talk to your audience, from 30min to 60min, and is available to expertly moderate conversations and interview luminaries and executives as well as host workshops and events. CONTACT DETAILS Business: Kevin Surace Website: https://www.kevinsurace.com/ Social Media LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksurace/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.surace/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kevinsurace/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

In a world where traditional financial advice often leads to endless debt and delayed dreams, a new path to true financial independence is emerging. Meet Joey Muré who is shattering the myths of conventional wealth-building. Joey Muré is co-founder and Partner at Wealth Without Wall Street, dedicated to helping individuals achieve financial independence through passive income strategies. After over a decade of success in the mortgage industry, Joey shifted his focus to empowering others to break free from traditional financial systems and build lasting wealth. As co-host of The Wealth Without Wall Street Podcast and co-author of Wealth Without Wall Street: 3 Steps to Freedom Through Passive Income, Joey shares practical steps for achieving financial freedom. Guided by Proverbs 3:5-6—”Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your path”—Joey integrates his faith into his work and life. A devoted husband and father, Joey is passionate about helping others align their financial goals with their values, creating legacies of purpose and abundance. CONTACT DETAILS Business: Wealth Without Wall Street Website: https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/ Social Media: LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-mure-b376824/ X: https://x.com/withoutwallst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wealthwithoutwallstreet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthwithoutwallst/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthWithoutWallStreet Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wealth-without-wall-street-podcast/id1282660297 Free Gift Download: https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/mindingmybusiness Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

How this company is solving one of the sector's most persistent challenges: efficiently connecting preschools with high-quality, specialized talent. Paul Buckley is the Founder and Managing Owner of Ratio Staffing, a groundbreaking platform reshaping how preschools connect with substitute teachers, enrichment educators, and speech pathologists. A former preschool teacher with nearly 20 years of hands-on experience, Paul’s mission is deeply personal: to help children thrive by supporting the educators who shape their early years. Before founding Ratio Staffing, Paul spent nearly a decade in biotech manufacturing leadership, where he trained global teams, revised over 300 SOPs, and earned a Six Sigma Green Belt. Today, he fuses that systems expertise with his passion for education to create a platform that offers true flexibility, transparency, and community impact. Ratio Staffing removes the predatory norms of traditional staffing agencies, allowing schools to choose their teachers and educators to negotiate fair rates. Paul’s vision is simple yet powerful: better classrooms, better care, and a better future—for everyone involved. CONTACT DETAILS: Email: bookings@empathyfirm.com Business: Ratio Staffing Website: https://ratiostaffing.com/ Social Media: LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-buckley-ratio Instagram - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-buckley-ratio Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Dr. Shaurice Mullins, known as Dr. M, is a distinguished business strategist, entrepreneur, and thought leader with over 25 years of experience driving transformational change for individuals, organizations, and communities worldwide. As President and CEO of multiple successful enterprises including The Elite Group, Inc., Elite Disaster Consulting International, and Shaurice Mullins International, she has established herself as a premier voice in economic innovation, leadership development, and sustainable business growth. Through these ventures, she delivers actionable strategies that help clients unlock new levels of access, leadership, and financial freedom. Dr. M’s hallmark is her unique ability to transform challenges into opportunities. By fusing cultural insights with cutting-edge solutions, she elevates individuals and communities to their fullest potential—cultivating a legacy of wealth, empowerment, and enduring success. Her vision resonates deeply with creatives, professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders seeking strategic guidance to elevate performance, lead with purpose, and achieve generational impact. Her expertise has earned prestigious recognition including the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for volunteer service, JPMorgan Chase "Woman to Know in America" honor, "North Carolina Woman to Know" award, and induction into the exclusive BOW Collective. Dr. Mullins' insights have been featured across major media platforms including The VUE, Thrive, Millennium, Forbes, CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, and prominently displayed in New York City's Times Square. What sets Dr. Mullins apart as a speaker is her ability to seamlessly integrate cultural intelligence with cutting-edge business strategy, delivering practical frameworks that audiences can immediately implement. As a board-certified Holistic Health Practitioner, she brings a unique whole-person approach to leadership and performance optimization that resonates with diverse audiences from Fortune 500 executives to emerging entrepreneurs. Dr. Mullins' presentations combine deep strategic insight with inspirational storytelling, leaving audiences equipped with actionable strategies for breakthrough performance. Her clients and audience consistently report measurable improvements in leadership effectiveness, team performance, and organizational growth following her engagements. Through her unwavering leadership, Dr. Mullins inspires established and emerging leaders to make a global impact while cultivating financial independence. Contact Details: Email: hello@shauricemullins.com Company: Shaurice Mullins International Websites: www.shauricemullins.com Social Media: LinkedIN - dr-shaurice-e-mullins-dr-m-49709b5a Facebook - @shaurice-mullins Instagram - @shauricemullins Tiktok - @shauricemullins X - @shauricemullins Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Nancy Griffin is a connector and influencer. She attributes her success to personal courage, determination, and joy, when focusing on women’s health and wellness, hence creating Women, Worth & Wellness®. Nancy enjoys every opportunity to inspire and inform women about their personal health and wealth, net worth and self-worth, philanthropy and legacy—so that women feel fabulous, generous, joyful, confident, and on top of their game every day. Nancy Griffin established Women, Worth & Wellness in 1994 as a Private Client Wealth Advisor for her female clients and their families. Nancy continues to promote and inspire Daring & Caring Leaders, encouraging them to step up and lead in the world, following in the footsteps from many other powerful Women Leaders in the past. Nancy’s overall purpose is to connect and influence for positive impact every chance she gets. Contact Details: Email: nancygriffin99@gmail.com Company: Women, Worth & Wellness Websites: https://womenworthwellness.com/ Social Media: LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancygriffincfpepc/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/womenworthandwellness Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/womenworthandwellness/ X - https://x.com/@womenworthandwe Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

With almost 25 years of experience as a financial advising professional, Jeff Panik knows that his job is to help clients strike a balance between living well today and planning for the future. Jeff founded Balance Wealth Partners with a simple goal in mind: to create tailored plans for intentional living. Throughout his career, Jeff has worked with hundreds of families, individuals, and small businesses to help them set goals, strategically manage their assets, and work towards achieving their dreams. The first in his family to attend college, Jeff attended Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. After graduating, Jeff enlisted in the U.S. Army, spending much of his service in South Korea and later at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. When Jeff completed his service, he was honorably discharged and began working as a Financial Advisor trainee at a large brokerage firm. Jeff has worked at both large investment and independent financial planning firms, and today believes that being independent allows him to offer the personalized service and independent financial advice his clients need and deserve. CONTACT DETAILS: Email: jeff@balancewealthpartners.com Business: Balance Wealth Partners Website: www.jeffreypanik.com www.balancewealthpartners.com Social Media: LinkedIN - www.linkedin.com/in/jeffpanik/ Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing. Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.