Investor Smarts: Money & the Entrepreneurial Spirit

Today, Candice talks with Adam Weber, appraisal review specialist, about the importance of wellness when running a business. He talks about his journey into it, getting his family involved, and what his favorite forms of wellness are, all to survive and thrive in this stress filled world. -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Introduction to today's special guest! 1:45 - Adam talks about the journey and challenges that led him to today 3:55 - Adam tells us more about the commercial appraisal field and some of his projects 7:35 - How did Adam incorporate wellness into his business? 11:20 - What wellness practices are most important in Adam's life? 12:46 - Adam talks meal planning 14:55 - What are the benefits of meditation? 21:50 - On setting boundaries 23:51 - It's the little things that make the biggest difference 25:28 - Where does Adam see himself going in the next few years? 26:35 - Wrap up

Today, Candice talks with Adam Cohen about his entrepreneurial journey into agriculture, his dreams for the future, and how to get into it, yourself! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Introduction to today's special guest! 3:42 - Adam tells us about Aquaponics and how he grew his farm 8:25 - How did Adam fund the greenhouse? 13:06 - Succession planning 14:23 - What got Adam into mushroom farming? 17:43 - How did COVID affect Adam's business? 21:50 - Why did Adam settle on agriculture for a career path? And what's next? 30:44 - The mindset of "there is enough for everybody", and its role 31:54 - Wrap up - and how to get ahold of Adam!

Today, Candice talks with entrepreneur Gabrielle Crichlow about all things the business of tutoring! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Introduction to our special guest, Gabrielle Crichlow! 1:34 - Gabrielle's journey into tutoring 16:20 - Being forced to try something new - tutoring online! 21:40 - Are kids still behind in school and seeing social issues stemming from the pandemic times? 26:04 - For parents who think their children are behind, how can they assess where things are? 33:40 - What grades does Gabrielle's tutoring business cover? 34:28 - Gabrielle share some student success stories! 41:47 - Where does Gabrielle see her business growing in the next couple of years? 44:13 - How can people find Gabrielle and A Step Ahead Tutoring Services? 46:04 - Wrap up!

Today, Candice talks with fellow realtor, Luc Lising - top 1% of all realtors in Canada, and overall problem solver - about his journey from quitting school, to owning 2 successful businesses...all by the age of 22. -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Introduction to our special guest, Luc Lising! 1:25 - Why real estate? And one of the biggest mistakes realtors can make 4:53 - How have the last couple of years been going for Luc? 6:35 - The highs and lows of business partnerships 9:16 - Luc tells us about his side hustle 13:01 - The solution is almost always there 14:08 - How Luc got his parents on board with his entrepreneurial path 19:00 - On the benefits of financial literacy and starting young 23:20 - Mindset around education 26:40 - What was it like for Luc to start another business after starting in real estate? 31:22 - That know, like and trust factor 32:14 - The car detailing business - building with guerilla marketing and relationships 35:22 - What do the next couple of years look like for Luc? 38:00 - Wrap up and where to connect with Luc

Today, Candice talks about the question: what if you had 30 days to live? We are looking at things from the lens of making every day count! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Introduction to today's show - and why we are talking something so morbid 1:58 - There is a book study called "30 Days to Live" 2:20 - Tying up loose ends in business 4:49 - Moving to the personal side of things 7:22 - What Candice would do if she had 30 days to live 7:56 - Implementing things you love into your life, now 8:52 - What's your legacy? 10:02 - Carving out time and funds 10:39 - Additional considerations for your last 30 days 11:54 - The importance of presence 12:49 - Letting people know what they mean to you 14:12 - Wrap up

If normal people don't know what to say or what to do, how are managers or team members going to know what to do when a co-worker is going through a life-changing event? Today, Candice talks with Kim Hamer about managing a grieving team/team member. -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Introduction to our special guest and topic! 1:19 - Kim talks through her growth journey and how she serves people 6:29 - How do you deal with death the best? 25:26 - Grief from COVID (and other types of grief) 35:59 - Something we are missing: connection 37:15 - The more you talk about grief, the better you feel 39:10 - How people can connect with Kim 43:05 - Wrap up

Today, Candice talks about how networking has shifted and changed since the pandemic, and how to utilize networking best as a tool to grow your business! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:49 - What we are talking about today! 1:25 - The benefits of in-person networking 2:40 - Being intentional to make change in your business 3:24 - Setting networking goals 3:42 - Considerations when choosing networking opportunities 6:00 - What networking is REALLY all about 7:23 - Networking doesn't have to be formal - meet people where they are at! 8:03 - I'm going to meet someone new...what do I say? 10:50 - Quality vs. Quantity 12:00 - Provide value 14:08 - Start your own networking event! 15:38 - Why networking is one of the best ways to grow your business and wrap up!

Today, Candice talks with Simon Severino about the importance of Strategy Sprints, and tips on scaling your business! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Introduction to our special guest, Simon Severino! 1:11 - Simon talks through his growth journey and how he serves people 5:26 - Why the "Sprints" in Simon's company name: Strategy Sprints? 10:45 - Strategy vs distraction tactics 12:15 - Questions to ask yourself when strategy testing 15:05 - Simon talks organic growth 18:12 - The conundrum of wanting to scale quickly 20:36 - On people starting multiple ventures at once 22:00 - "Return on luck" 26:57 - A framework for all entrepreneurs 30:19 - What do the next few years look like for Simon? 33:48 - How to get in touch with Simon, and wrap up!

Today, Candice hosts her very first solo episode! It's a 2022 year in review, as well as a 2023 forecast! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:34 - Introducing...my very first solo episode! 1:46 - 2022 year in review - interest rates! 5:00 - Moving forward into 2023 with caution - not fear 6:20 - Business forecasting 7:12 - Mortgage and interest rates...are they going to continue to climb? 8:06 - Business planning and budgeting 10:24 - Further your learning 11:23 - Wrap up

Today, Candice welcomes Brandon Neely to talk all about financing and profiting in your business - whatever that may be! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Who we are talking with today! 0:47 - Brandon shares his entrepreneurial journey 6:45 - What is banking on yourself? The infinite banking system? 8:37 - How do you go from having a whole life policy, to using that money to invest? 12:08 - Where does this cash come from in the life insurance policy? 18:20 - How Brandon handles the money in renting his own property 26:20 - On escrow 27:56 - Brandon's "Still Method" and investing in yourself 33:58 - How to connect further with Brandon 35:50 - Wrap up!

Today, Candice welcomes Dr. Victor Manzo from EmpowerYourReality.com, who felt unfulfilled in his bustling, high-income generating chiropractic practice, and pulled back 50% to THRIVE!  -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:24 - Who we are talking with today! 0:36 - Dr. Vic introduces himself and talks through how he got to where he is today! 6:49 - Did Dr. Vic sell the practice before he moved? 8:17 - What was it like building the chiropractic business? 12:39 - On gurus making building a business look easy, and setting the tone energetically! 16:30 - Dr. Vic tells us what audience he coaches! 19:06 - Is Dr. Vic finding that people are having breakthroughs re: it's not about the money? 26:00 - Who have you surrounded yourself with? And, are you judging yourself? 27:20 - Why did Dr. Vic move to Tennessee from Illinois? And how having less can be more! 34:00 - Dr. Vic tells us about the books he's authored! 37:14 - What would a solution be for the poor mental health epidemic we are experiencing? 39:57 - How to connect with Dr. Vic!

Today, Candice welcomes FranBridge Consulting's Jon Ostenson to talk all things franchising! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Who we are talking with today! 0:57 - Jon talks through how he got to where he is now! 3:45 - Jon explains how his company supports franchisees 4:55 - How and when do people approach Jon re: franchising opportunities? 7:30 - What are some of the challenges for franchisees right now? 10:36 - Financing challenges  13:29 - Are there some franchises that Jon right away knows he won't go that route? 15:43 - Additional challenges franchisees might not see in all their excitement to jump in 18:19 - What are some of the opportunities Jon sees right now (please note: these are always changing) 25:20 - Considering scaling YOUR business through franchising? Tips, drawbacks, etc. 27:15 - Diversifying our businesses, franchise-wise 29:06 - Where does Jon see his business going in the next couple of years? And where can we connect with him? 30:24 - Wrap up

Today, Candice welcomes Podcast Coach Kevin Palmieri to talk all things podcasting and growing a business! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:44 - How our special guest got to where he is now! 2:53 - Finding different goals to move forward 4:30 - On consistency 6:42 - Where should people start? 9:59 - Partner check ins 11:22 - Striving for better in all parts of your life 12:51 - Why do people wait for big life events to make change? 16:25 - Kevin tells us about the podcast, growing, and overcoming! 18:35 - Kevin talks about his target market 19:50 - What does it look like to work with Kevin? 21:14 - The power of intentionality 23:07 - Just start 24:34 - How can people find and work with Kevin?

Today, roles are reversed as Candice is interviewed by her collaborator and confidant, Carla, in celebration of 100 episodes of The Investor Smarts Podcast! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:24 - Celebrating Candice's 100th episode! 1:32 - Candice introduces us all to her interviewer, Carla! 3:00 - How Candice got to where she is today 7:32 - What does Candice feel fuels her motivation? 11:25 - Candice tells us about her day - any routines or favorite parts? 13:32 - Does Candice take me time? 15:20 - What has Candice learned throughout her career that she would like to share with us? 20:29 - What advice would Candice give someone who is just starting out? 25:02 - Anything else Candice would like to share? 27:02 - Episode Wrap Up

Today, Matt Basile shares about his journey from an ad agency into chef life as Toronto's pop-up king! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:24 - Candice welcomes Matt to the show! 1:17 - Matt discusses his journey into food 22:02 - What did Matt do during COVID? 29:40 - So, what happened to Fidel Gastro? 30:55 - Matt tells us about his new business! 37:50 - Wrap up!

Today, Meghan Dwyer, financial planner, is here to talk all about...money! And women making money while making their money work for them! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:24 - Candice welcomes Meghan to the show! 0:46 - Meghan tells us about her background leading up to today! 5:55 - Money as taboo - and why we should be talking about it 7:53 - How to go from survival to retirement 13:21 - Experiencing the world through how we spend our money 17:44 - Ladies/Mamas: You do NOT have to do it all! 22:45 - On self awareness, goal-setting, and the comparison trap 32:29 - How stories from childhood can affect us and our money stories, now 38:18 - Reframing "hard", and the role of mutual support 40:45 - Closing money thoughts 43:24 - Where to find Meghan online! Check her out on the Money Isn't Scary Podcast!

Today, Bryan Clayton, CEO of GreenPal, is here to talk all about his journey in app building after selling his first business! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Candice welcomes Bryan to the show! 0:32 - What Bryan's business is, and how he got here! 2:18 - What made Bryan want to sell a successful business? 4:47 - How to bring together the perfect team 6:10 - Why Bryan didn't hire an app developer, and chose to learn as he went 8:05 - What it took to get the app up and running, finally 12:05 - How do you actually make money through an app? 15:50 - Trusting yourself and taking action vs. learning more 16:52 - How does Bryan's app make money? 17:33 - How did Bryan find service providers and users for his app? 21:50 - How the app works 25:17 - Tips for someone wanting to start their own app 27:13 - On knowing your audience 30:26 - Does Bryan have to worry about security and hacking? 31:53 - Where does Bryan see himself in the next couple of years? 32:32 - Wrap up!

Today, Sarah St. John, entrepreneur, podcaster, author, animal lover, and world traveler, is here to talk all about lean startups, podcasting, and everything in between! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Candice welcomes Sarah to the show! 1:04 - How Sarah started her entrepreneurial journey 3:55 - On shiny object syndrome and giving up too quickly 5:25 - Sarah shares some podcasting tips 7:25 - On credibility - and Sarah's recommendation of having a podcast and a book 13:33 - What are some of Sarah's top tips for people to start an online business on a budget? 18:12 - Sarah's thoughts on ads on a budget 20:20 - How to get the ball rolling on your business on a budget - before you've had any sales 23:00 - What systems can do for you and your business 24:12 - Does Sarah recommend running online contests? 26:45 - Emails are a quality over quantity game 27:45 - Where does Sarah see herself in the next couple of years? 29:20 - How you can work with Sarah St. John!

Today, Candice welcomes the COO of teachbetter.com, Jeff Gargas, to talk all about his online resource for teachers, the self-led student, and the evolution of education! -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Candice welcomes Jeff to the podcast and he discusses his journey to now 2:38 - Who Jeff speaks to 3:15 - What is the Grid Method? 6:05 - Giving control back to the students in the classroom 8:50 - On the treatment of gifted students  12:13 - Are there options for kids to learn entrepreneurship and different electives that are not available in a traditional school setting? 15:16 - What has Jeff noticed in the last 2+ years in working with teachers during the COVID shift? 19:44 - Were teachers receptive to this business, or overwhelmed by ANOTHER thing? 21:44 - Is Jeff finding that people are open to new ideas because they had to adapt (as they are easing out of the pandemic)? 24:24 - Are the dynamics changed because the gifted students aren't helping out as they may in a traditional classroom? On collaboration 29:16 - Are they finding that goal-oriented students are motivated to hurry up when they see other students working on something interesting? 31:17 - Is there an age where this works better? 33:41 - On teacher bias 34:07 - Are students better prepared for college or university? 35:17 - On being a self-led student 37:48 - What are Jeff's business plans over the next few years? 39:50 - Wrap up

Today, Candice welcomes Ben Oosterveld to talk all about how he became a Business and Mindset Coach through real estate - and how you can become a seven-figure earner without sacrificing your relationships -    -    -    -    - Like what you hear? Make sure to share with your colleagues and loved ones, and rate and review us on iTunes! Show Notes: 0:25 - Candice welcomes Ben to the podcast and he discusses his journey 14:25 - How to "balance" personal and business life as a realtor 18:07 - On boundaries 19:48 - Ben's mission 20:45 - On gratitude, training, and people focus 24:35 - What can be difficult about this business 26:14 - 1 difficulty folks have: taking time off (and getting over roadblocks) 35:23 - Another difficulty folks have: planning the exit and selling the business 40:08 - Book: The Richest Real Estate Agent 43:58 - What Ben offers in his work for YOU! 46:46 - Why people need accountability (distraction, shoulds, etc) 48:46 - What's coming up next for Ben