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Expert Interviews with Devin Sizemore

Expert Interviews with Devin Sizemore

By Devin Sizemore

An expert is defined as "a person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of or skill in a particular area." I believe that everyone has a story worth telling and has become an expert at something along the way. In these interviews we talk with business professionals who share insightful information about their industries that will be helpful to business owners. We also dive into their journey and some key lessons they have learned along the way.
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Business Growth, Human Capital, Raising Capital | Interview w/ Alvin Kersting

Expert Interviews with Devin SizemoreFeb 23, 2023

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Influence, Leadership, Entrepreneurship | Interview w/ Neal Conlon
May 23, 202335:57
The Value of Podcasting, Starting a Podcast | Interview w/ Justin Peters
May 18, 202332:42
Effective Communication, Customer Satisfaction, Limiting Liability | Interview w/ Tom Taormina
May 09, 202346:47
Business Accounting, Scarlett Books, SaaS | Interview w/ Sky Anderson
Apr 27, 202326:20
Wendy Paquette: How to Identify Your Limiting Programs

Wendy Paquette: How to Identify Your Limiting Programs

Thank you to Wendy Paquette for taking the time to present to the Connect Your Way To Success Community (https://yourstrategypartner.com/cywts-community). She is in a world of her own and the testimonials about the work she does speak to the lasting impact she is having on those she works with. In this presentation she talks about the limiting programs we have, how to identify them and the overall impact they have on your life. Here are some time stamps if you would like to jump to a specific part: 0:00 – Wendy’s background 2:13 – The computer analogy 6:03 – Your emotions are an indicator 7:39 – Wendy’s personal example 11:51 – The business-person’s example 15:49 – Your relationships are an indicator 19:58 – Applying this to your business Wendy’s links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendypaquette/ Wendy’s website: https://wendypaquette.com/ If you are looking to grow your network, check out the Connect Your Way to Success Community: https://yourstrategypartner.com/cywts-community

Apr 19, 202321:11
SEO Strategy, Using AI in SEO, SaaS | Interview w/ Tom Rusling
Apr 19, 202330:47
Marketing Philosophy, Building Relational Capital | Interview w/ Arian Radmand
Apr 19, 202337:46
Video Marketing, Social Media Marketing | Interview w/Bob Regnerus

Video Marketing, Social Media Marketing | Interview w/Bob Regnerus

This expert interview is with Bob Regnerus, co-founder of Feedstories. We discuss Bob’s business offering with Feedstories, their approach to video marketing, Bob’s perspective on social media marketing strategies and so much more. If you are in the field of video marketing or looking into leveraging video for your business, there is a lot of value in here for you. Here are some of the times & topics covered in case you would like to jump to a specific part: 0:00 – Welcome and introduction 1:16 – Bob’s experience of Disney, Florida 4:52 – Feedstories’ service offering 7:35 – Why focus on video? 9:34 – Tips and tricks to start leveraging video 13:06 – Don’t wait, just start! 14:42 – Client stories of success 21:04 – Leveraging TikTok/social media 24:28 – Build your community where you have control 26:34 – Useful video marketing tools 29:35 – Mistakes to avoid 33:50 – Create emotional connections with your viewers 36:13 – Book recommendations 38:00 – Advice to younger self 39:24 – Getting in touch with Bob 40:24 – Last thoughts Bob’s Links: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobregnerus/ - Personal Website: BobRegnerus.com - Company Website: FeedStories.com - Latest resource: The Strategic Story Playbook: https://www.strategicstoryplaybook.com/ Book recommendations - Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://a.co/d/ieKptfP - Conversations with God by Neale Donald Walsch: https://a.co/d/hJ2Ae8o - 80/20 Sales and Marketing by Perry Marshall: https://a.co/d/aqvIR53 If you are looking to grow your network, check out the Connect Your Way to Success Community: https://yourstrategypartner.com/cywts-community

Apr 04, 202341:49
Business Growth, Human Capital, Raising Capital | Interview w/ Alvin Kersting

Business Growth, Human Capital, Raising Capital | Interview w/ Alvin Kersting

Feb 23, 202331:43
Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Growth, Business Exits | Interview w/ Branden Coluccio
Feb 23, 202336:50
Health Care, Health Insurance, Insurance Brokers | Interview w/ Joe Lovely

Health Care, Health Insurance, Insurance Brokers | Interview w/ Joe Lovely

This expert interview is with Joe Lovely, health insurance broker with Aware Benefits. We talk about Joe’s brokering philosophy, health insurance, the American Rescue Plan, and health insurance strategy for individuals and families.

Here are some of the times & topics covered in case you would like to jump to a specific part:

0:00 - Welcome & introduction

1:18 – Enrollment seasons

3:22 – The “family glitch” fixed

6:08 – Incentive to see a health insurance broker

8:51 – Approach to a new job’s health benefits

10:44 – Health savings accounts

12:42 – Using accident, critical illness and AD&D plans

17:16 – Insurance while in between work

21:30 – Medicare: Insurance for the elderly

24:49 – Dental and vision

31:04 – Advice to your younger self

32:30 – Book/Podcast recommendations


Links:

- Joe’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coveredbyjoe/

- Joe’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LOVELYMIIKE

- Joe’s Business Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoveredByJoeLovely

- Joe’s Farmers Website: https://agents.farmers.com/nv/reno/joe-lovely

- Joe’s Healthcare Website: https://awarehealthinsurance.com/


Book/Podcast Recommendation:

- Surprise, Kill, Vanish by Annie Jacobsen - https://a.co/d/0TfXTI0

- Dan Carlin’s Hardcore History - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dan-carlins-hardcore-history/id173001861


I am always looking to interview professionals. If you would like to connect about doing an interview, please connect with me on social media or my website - www.YourReferralPartner.com

Feb 17, 202335:07
Leveraging AI in Business, Work/Life Balance, Improving Revenue | Interview w/ G. Kairu Kihara

Leveraging AI in Business, Work/Life Balance, Improving Revenue | Interview w/ G. Kairu Kihara

This expert interview is with G. Kairu Kihara, founder of Profit Pivots. We discuss Kairu’s move away from digital marketing, leveraging AI in your workspace, how to increase revenue with small changes in your business, and much more.

 

Here are some of the times & topics covered in case you would like to jump to a specific part:

0:00 - Welcome & introduction

0:16 – Kairu’s pivot away from digital marketing

4:07 – Knowing what brings in your revenue

8:57 – Take control of what you’re spending on

13:10 – Good cadence in team huddles

16:48 – Delegate to free up your time

19:52 – Learn how to manage. your time and step away

23:23 – Work/life balance and making time to step away

27:49 – Leveraging AI to optimize output

34:01 – Shiny object syndrome

37:41 – Book recommendation

38:57 – Advice to younger self

40:45 – Getting in touch with Kairu

 

Kairu’s Links

-       Kairu’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgekihara/

-       Website including free ebook: https://profitpivots.com/devin/

 

Book Recommendations

-       80/20: Sales and Marketing by Perry Marshall - https://a.co/d/8RmD280

-       What’s in It for Them? by Joe Polish - https://a.co/d/jlXNgyR

 

Check out our previous interview here: https://yourreferralpartner.com/online-marketing-ai-content-creation-video-marketing-more-expert-interview-with-george-kihara/

 

I am always looking to interview professionals. If you would like to connect about doing an interview, please connect with me on social media or my website - www.YourReferralPartner.com

Feb 17, 202342:17
Leadership Coaching, Defining Your Purpose, Working Well with Your Partner | Interview w/ Brandon Allen

Leadership Coaching, Defining Your Purpose, Working Well with Your Partner | Interview w/ Brandon Allen

This expert interview is with Brandon Allen, Founder of New Work Revolution. We talk about Brandon’s journey into leadership coaching, the importance of great leadership in business management, working well with your business partner and/or spouse, defining your purpose, and much more.


Here are some of the times & topics covered in case you would like to jump to a specific part.

0:00 - Welcome & introduction

00:55 - What makes Brandon’s coaching unique?

03:10 - Brandon’s journey into leadership coaching

10:42 - Working well with your spouse

15:42 - Defining roles and expectations within partnerships

20:07 - Brandon’s coaching process

24:13 - When to seek coaching

27:42 - Advice to your younger self

29:50 - Book recommendations

31:42 - How to keep up to date with Brandon

32:12 - One last thought


New Work Revolution:

- Website: https://newworkrevolution.com/

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newworkrevolution

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8lBSCEL9XfD0yfKNqK4Nxg

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-business-blueprint/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newworkrevolution/


Books by Brandon Allen:

- The Management Playbook: Be the common denominator of success - https://a.co/d/5E7GSHG

- Total Experience Design: How To Stand Out In A Crowded Market - https://newworkrevolution.com/txd/


Brandon’s Podcast

- Growth and Freedom: The Leadership Podcast - https://newworkrevolution.com/the-podcast/

- Here is the interview I did with Brandon on his podcast: https://newworkrevolution.com/leadership-management/mastering-authentic-connection-with-devin-sizemore/


Brandon’s Book Recommendations:

- Leadership and Self-Deception: Getting Out of the Box by The Arbinger Institute - https://a.co/d/aIGzyJD

- Bonds that Make Us Free: Healing Our Relationships, Coming to Ourselves by C. Terry Warner - https://a.co/d/3rzIGJe


I am always looking to interview professionals. If you would like to connect about doing an interview, please connect with me on social media or my website - www.YourReferralPartner.com

Feb 03, 202334:43
Real Estate Market, First Time Buyers, House Renovations, Real Estate As A Career & more | Expert Interview w/ Michael Zeno Real Estate Agent w/ RE/MAX Professionals

Real Estate Market, First Time Buyers, House Renovations, Real Estate As A Career & more | Expert Interview w/ Michael Zeno Real Estate Agent w/ RE/MAX Professionals

This expert interview is with Michael Zeno Real Estate Agent w/ RE/MAX Professionals (License# S.192714). We talk about Real Estate Market, First Time Buyers, House Renovations, Real Estate As A Career & more. 

If you want to learn more about real estate, the real estate market or real estate as a career there will be some takeaways for you! 

Here are some of the times & topics covered in case you would like to jump to a specific part.

  • 00:36 - Welcome
  • 01:14 - Real estate market shift 
  • 02:35 - Should you get into the real estate market now? 
  • 05:46 - First time home buyer information 
  • 09:48 - Renting vs. buying 
  • 11:44 - Tips to choosing the right realtor 
  • 17:47 - How to narrow down your list when choosing a property 
  • 22:27 - Getting into the real estate industry 
  • 32:03 - Tips when selling your house 
  • 36:17 - What should you spend money renovating? 
  • 40:16 - $1.5 million dollar transaction and up, what is different? 
  • 44:22 - 6-12 month market projections 
  • 48:28 - Recording devices and house showings
  • 50:13 - Advice to younger self 
  • 52:27 - Risk vs. reward of being an entrepreneur
  • 55:33 - Recommended reading and/or podcast  

Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-zeno-92207363/

Business Site: https://www.remax.com/real-estate-agents/michael-zeno-reno-nv/102166290

Recommended Book

The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success - https://a.co/d/48NrCEZ

Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds - https://a.co/d/dSK8NZc

I am always looking to interview professionals. If you would like to connect about doing an interview, please connect with me on social media or my website - www.YourReferralPartner.com

Dec 02, 202257:52
Sales Strategies, Sports Sales, The Golf Industry, Golf As A Tool, & More | Expert Interview w/ Keenan Polan Director of Sales at the Barracuda Championship

Sales Strategies, Sports Sales, The Golf Industry, Golf As A Tool, & More | Expert Interview w/ Keenan Polan Director of Sales at the Barracuda Championship

Dec 01, 202246:51
PEOs, Outsourced Payroll & HR, Business Strategy & Vendor Selection | Expert Interview w/ Dion Matos Area Manager of BBSI Nashville
Dec 01, 202246:30
Real Estate, Crypto Loans & More | Expert Interview with real estate agent Nick Gumpert
May 07, 202235:11
Author of Promotions Are So Yesterday | Expert Interview with Julie Winkle Giulioni

Author of Promotions Are So Yesterday | Expert Interview with Julie Winkle Giulioni

This expert interview is with Julie Winkle Giulioni who is the author of Promotions Are So Yesterday

In this interview we talk about her new book – Promotions Are So Yesterday. We dig into career development, leadership, management and more! If you have employees and/or are thinking of hiring this interview is for you!

Here is a link to Julie's most recent book: https://a.co/d/djVUHQJ

Recorded on 01/10/22

Jan 11, 202229:54
All Things Photography | Expert Interview with Aden Klinger owner of TourDSpace
Dec 16, 202139:30
Online Marketing, AI Content Creation, Video Marketing & More | Expert Interview with George Kihara
Dec 10, 202143:26
Enneagram Assessment, Personality Tests | Expert Interview with Keanu Trujillo w/ True Strategy
Nov 18, 202146:02
Your “Why”, Healing, Power of Stories | Expert Interview w/ Christopher Wesley – Coach, Author, Artist, Musician
Nov 17, 202130:13
YouTube Ads, Video Marketing & Sales Funnels | Expert Interview w/ Kim Blanc owner of Adsvisore
Nov 09, 202127:40
HR, Recruiting, Retention, Remote Work & More | Expert Interview w/ Karyn Jensen owner of HRC
Nov 04, 202129:50
Taxes, Accounting, Deductions, Business Structure & More | Expert Interview w/ CPA Kevin Gafni
Nov 03, 202133:56
Employee Management, Remote Working & More - Expert Interview w/ Chuck Cooper w/ WhiteWater Consulting
Oct 22, 202138:54
Green Economy & Exponential Thinking | Expert Interview w/ Greg Apodaca w/ Community 2.0
Sep 29, 202132:42
Commercial & Other Insurance Questions | Expert Interview w/ Mark Hutchings w/ Statement Insurance
Sep 23, 202134:33
Government Contracts & Biz Strategy - Expert Interview w/ Sydonie Neysmith w/ Black Swan Consulting
Sep 22, 202134:47
Why You Need A Google Business Profile (GBP) - Expert Interview with Stan Durst w/ The Map Doctors
Sep 21, 202137:47
Let’s Talk Strategy – Leadership & Personal to Professional Alignment
Sep 08, 202138:35
Supply Chain Issues, Business Sales, Need To Adapt - Expert Interview with Dan Marell – Founding Partner of Truth Consulting Group
Aug 31, 202133:02
Credit Repair, Credit Scores, Increase Your Credit Score - Expert Interview with Don Oberle CEO of CreditiQ
Aug 03, 202138:52
Mortgages, Home Buying & More - Expert Interview with Brian Cushing – Senior Loan Officer at Guild Mortgage NMLS #303045
Jul 22, 202121:18
Residential Real Estate, First Time Buyers & Other Real Estate Topics - Expert Interview with Michael Zeno Real Estate Agent
Jul 16, 202153:29
Online Marketing, General Marketing Strategies & More - Expert Interview with Andrew Barrow Founder & President of Revenue Arc
Jun 17, 202153:35
Sports Sales, Sports Marketing & Sales Strategies - Expert Interview with Keenan Polan – Director of Sales at Barracuda Championship
Jun 15, 202142:34
Going Solar, Solar Myths, Solar Frequently Asked Questions - Expert Interview with Chris O’Sullivan Solar Consultant w/ Sunder Energy
Jun 15, 202144:23
Video Marketing, Marketing Funnels & More - Expert Interview with Tom Tran Owner of TNT Digital Marketing
Jun 10, 202136:05
Work Life Balance, Healthy Living & More - Expert Interview with Julie Miescke – Certified Health Coach
Jun 09, 202142:32
Life Insurance, Investment Strategies & More - Expert Interview with Brandon Thompson – Senior Marketing Director w/ World Financial Group
Jun 07, 202136:22
Payment Processing, Business Strategy, & More - Expert Interview with Kirk Allaire owner of Gratis Payment Processing & GratisGives
Jun 04, 202140:06
Personality Assessments, Team Building, Company Culture - Expert Interview with Vicki Musni Certified Personality Coach

Personality Assessments, Team Building, Company Culture - Expert Interview with Vicki Musni Certified Personality Coach

This expert interview was with Vickie Musni who is the Certified Personality Coach. 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vickiemusni/ OR https://www.instagram.com/djtrivianevada/ 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/speakerVickieMusni/ and the private group is https://www.facebook.com/groups/personalitycolorbox

Website: vickiemusni.com

Vickie's Book (Personalities for Business: The Busy Business Owner's Guide to Increasing Sales and Improving Business Relationships): https://amzn.to/3cBRcwu

Recorded on 06/02/21

Jun 02, 202132:41
Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy & More - Expert Interview w/ Ashley Polan – Queen Bee at Honeypot Social
Jun 01, 202134:13
Business Health Insurance & Health Insurance Myths - Expert Interview with Aaron Ware
May 27, 202130:51
Life Insurance, Long-Term Planning, Financial Strategy - Expert Interview w/ Stephanie Yamashiro
May 26, 202125:17