Sun, 9 November 2025
Visitors to a Vi Wickam-crafted website may not immediately see what sets it apart from an ordinary e-commerce or informational site. But they feel it. They stay longer, engage more deeply, and are far more likely to become — and remain — loyal customers.
A master of the digital domain, Vi is among the elite global Wizard of Ads Partners, celebrated for more than two decades of helping business owners achieve remarkable revenue growth. Whether optimizing keywords, managing pay-per-click campaigns, or reimagining a company’s web presence, Vi takes a holistic approach that goes far beyond surface-level functionality. His designs and strategies are built on two essential pillars: authenticity and alignment. Authenticity, Vi says, is today’s most powerful digital differentiator. Alignment ensures that wherever customers encounter your brand — in-store, through advertising, or online — they instantly recognize its voice and spirit. Every touchpoint reflects the same DNA. Vi’s strategic playbook can be distilled into these central priorities:
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Sun, 2 November 2025
When Brian and Sally Krichbaum bought Gilbert Chocolates in 2012, they had zero experience making or selling candy. Brian was a seasoned automotive engineer and consultant, while Sally was a freelance writer and stay-at-home mom. What they shared was a taste for challenge — and for good chocolate.
Founded in 1893 and beloved by generations of Jackson, Michigan, residents, Gilbert Chocolates was a hometown treasure in need of fresh energy. The Krichbaums took on the task of modernizing operations and expanding distribution while preserving the small-batch, Belgian-style quality that defined the brand. Their journey wasn’t easy. “I thought retail would be simple,” Brian admits. “It’s not — selling is hard.” Sally adds that learning the rhythms of retail, hiring and training staff, and mastering the art of tempering chocolate all came with a steep learning curve. Today, Gilbert Chocolates is thriving, with multiple locations, a booming e-commerce business, and budding national partnerships. For the Krichbaums, success tastes sweet — not just because of the chocolate, but because they’ve proven that passion, persistence, and purpose can turn even the most unlikely entrepreneurs into hometown heroes. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Brian and Sally Krichbaum, Gilbert Chocolates Related Episodes:
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Sun, 26 October 2025
Aretha Franklin sang about it. Rodney Dangerfield joked about it. And Jackie Robinson famously said, like him or not, he’d earned it. R.E.S.P.E.C.T. We are living in a period where respect is a neglected virtue — too often sacrificed in public discourse, online exchanges, and everyday interactions.
Robert L. “Bob” Dilenschneider aims to change that, even if only one interaction at a time. Bob is the founder of The Dilenschneider Group, which, since October 1991, has provided strategic advice and counsel to Fortune 500 companies, professional organizations, trade associations, educational institutions, and leading families and individuals around the world. Bob’s newest book, his 20th, is Respect: How to Change the World One Interaction at a Time. The book is a timely reflection on the urgent need for civility in an era of deep division. Drawing on both his life and professional experience and the wisdom of 13 admired leaders, Respect outlines five practical strategies for restoring civility and rebuilding mutual understanding. “It can feel like the world is broken,” Bob acknowledges in his book. The solution, he believes, does not rest with political leaders or other highly influential individuals but with individuals, regular citizens, who can take steps to restore a culture of respectfulness. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Robert L. “Bob” Dilenschneider, The Dilenschneider Group Popular Books By Robert L. Dilenschneider:
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Sun, 19 October 2025
Blanchard* trains more than 150,000 people annually in 30 countries. The firm’s founder, Ken Blanchard, is one of the all-time outstanding leadership and management experts. His books, including most notably The One Minute Manager, have sold more than 28 million copies. That’s what pretty much everyone knows.
However, in her new biography, Catch People Doing Things Right: How Ken Blanchard Changed the Way the World Leads, veteran book editor and author Martha C. Lawrence reveals a side of Blanchard that few people outside of his immediate circle know — an exceptionally kind and generous man of deep conviction who had to overcome numerous hardships and setbacks to achieve his global stature. Martha has worked closely with Blanchard for more than two decades, following stints at Simon & Schuster and Harcourt Publishers, where she edited hundreds of books. Catch People Doing Things Right delivers an inspiring roadmap for anyone seeking to lead with both results and relationships in mind. Blanchard, who is now 86 years old, has been a guest on Monday Morning Radio twice, in 2019 and 2022. *Formerly The Ken Blanchard Companies Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Martha C. Lawrence, Catch People Doing Things Right Popular Books By Ken Blanchard: Martha Lawrence’s Mystery Novels Include: |
Sun, 12 October 2025
In his new book, 100 Best Books for Work and Life: What They Say, Why They Matter, and How They Can Help You, author and publisher Todd Sattersten distills decades of reading, publishing, and advising authors into a carefully curated list of self-improvement titles. Unlike typical summaries or “listicles,” 100 Best Books for Work and Life dives deeper, offering practical guidance on why each selection matters and how readers can apply its lessons today.
Todd’s recommendations include well-known volumes and far less-well-known titles. And you might be surprised at which books he decided to leave out. Divided into 25 chapters, each featuring three to five books, Todd covers topics such as Purpose, Relationships, Teams, Mindfulness, and Influence. One of the most striking aspects of Todd’s approach is his belief that professional development cannot be separated from personal growth. A book on building better relationships, for instance, is just as valuable at home as it is in the office. Todd is the publisher of Bard Press, the boutique publishing house — founded by the incomparable Ray Bard — best known for business classics such as The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan and Jeffrey Gitomer’s Little Red Book of Selling. Since taking the reins in 2021, Todd has continued Bard’s tradition of releasing one (sometimes two) carefully chosen books each year. His expertise bridges both the editorial and business sides of publishing, giving him a unique vantage point on what makes a book impactful. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Todd Sattersten, Bard Press RECOMMENDED BARD PRESS BOOKS: |
Sun, 5 October 2025
It’s raining, it’s pouring, what vital business intelligence are you ignoring? The next explosive area of business opportunity and risk may well be weather forecasting.
The opportunity will accrue to those owners and entrepreneurs who understand that a new era of meteorology has dawned and view weather forecasting as an inextricable form of business intelligence. The risk is that myopic executives may cling to the mistaken notion that weather forecasts — “notoriously inaccurate” — are only about what to wear, how the morning commute might be impacted, and if they should bring along an umbrella when the go outside. In his new book, Cloud Warriors: Deadly Storms, Climate Chaos―and the Pioneers Creating a Revolution in Weather Forecasting, veteran journalist Thomas E. “Tom” Weber debunks two prevalent myths: 1.) That weather forecasts are frequently way off, and 2.) That the weather doesn’t have an impact on almost every company, directly or indirectly. Tom is the former executive editor at TIME who oversaw the magazine’s cover stories and feature journalism. Earlier in his career, he served as a technology reporter, columnist, and bureau chief at The Wall Street Journal. Powered by artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the internet of things, weather forecasting — even micro forecasts confined to small geographic areas — has become vastly more accurate. Importantly, better forecasting saves lives by correctly predicting threatening hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and floods well in advance and preventing catastrophic damage to vital infrastructure. Savvy companies — big and small — are already investing in weather intelligence, and the imperative for those who have yet to get on board will only grow in the years ahead. [Be sure to visit Tom Weber’s website here.] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Thomas E. Weber, Cloud Warriors: Deadly Storms, Climate Chaos―and the Pioneers Creating a Revolution in Weather Forecasting POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 28 September 2025
Most business owners obsess over driving more traffic to their websites. But as Brian Schmitt, CEO of Surefoot and a returning guest, explains, the fastest and most efficient way to grow profits is by converting more of the website visitors that companies already attract into paying customers. Surefoot is a data-driven conversion rate optimization agency for e-commerce brands and a leading authority on controlled consumer experiments — also known as A/B testing.
By testing version ‘A’ of a webpage against version ‘B,’ Surefoot pinpoints which design, headline, graphic, or call-to-action wins more customers. Surefoot’s signature methodology is what it calls the “Revenue Friction Roadmap,” a structured way to uncover what potential customers are thinking but not saying out loud. While most optimization experts aim for a 20–25% bump, Brian’s clients often see nearly double that impact: a 40–44% increase in sales from existing site visitors. Even minor tweaks, Brian explained — backed by hard data — can deliver game-changing results. On this week’s episode, Brian shares actionable steps that any business owner can implement to turn more of their website visitors into loyal customers. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Brian Schmitt, Surefoot RELATED EPISODES: |
Sat, 20 September 2025
Karen Elliott House was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for international reporting for her coverage of the Middle East. Arguably, she knows more about the region, and Saudi Arabia in particular, than any other active journalist or author.
For her latest book, Why Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Matters to the World, Karen conducted more than half a dozen in-depth interviews with the 40-year-old Saudi Crown Prince, known universally as “MBS.” For global business owners and executives, the dramatic Saudi transformation over the past decade, spearheaded by MBS, presents both promise and peril: vast opportunities for investment and growth but also political and legal risks that demand careful navigation. The pace of change under MBS has astonished even veteran observers like Karen, who has traveled to the kingdom more than 45 times since the late 1970s. Today, Saudi women can drive, hold jobs across industries, and participate openly in public life. Entertainment venues — from concerts to theme parks — are thriving. Restaurants that once erected wooden partitions to shield women from the public now bustle with mixed crowds. Karen compares his confidence and determination to that of Jack Welch at General Electric or Lee Kuan Yew, a founding father of modern Singapore. Like them, MBS is willing to make unpopular decisions in pursuit of national transformation. Whether his reforms endure, she cautions, depends on two factors: keeping the economy growing and avoiding foreign policy missteps that could unite his enemies. With a half-century potentially ahead of him as the next Saudi King, Mohammed bin Salman will be an unavoidable force in global politics and business. As Karen puts it, Americans must move beyond old stereotypes and reckon with the kingdom as it is — complex, evolving, and essential. Purchase Your Copies of Karen’s Insightful Books on Saudi Arabia:
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Sat, 13 September 2025
Mike Kelly, a veteran of senior leadership roles at Michelin and Macy’s, now coaches business owners and managers through his advisory, Right Path Enterprises. His mission: to help leaders guide their organizations more effectively by first learning to lead themselves.
Unlike many experts, Mike believes that genuine influence begins with leading yourself. Investing in personal growth pays dividends at work, at home, and in the community, he says. Mike is the author of Leaderfluence: Secrets of Leadership Essential to Effectively Leading Yourself and Positively Influencing Others. Among the topics Mike discusses on this week’s episode are when to trust the data over your own instinct, how to keep top talent without paying more than you can afford, and why you should encourage your employees to take risks at work. Mike also outlines seven priorities that will enable leaders to look back with confidence, knowing they stayed aligned with what matters most to them. His approach delivers a double benefit: leaders grow as individuals while becoming more effective and inspiring managers. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Mike Kelly, Right Path Enterprises POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sat, 6 September 2025
Mick Torbay has a simple verdict on most advertising campaigns: they don’t work. “Most ads are rubbish,” he declares. “They accomplish nothing, they waste people’s time, and they waste peoples’ money. When the commercial break comes on, people stand up and go to the bathroom or turn the volume down.” It’s harsh, but accurate nonetheless.
Ads created by Mick, on the other hand, are the kind that inspire listeners and viewers to turn up the volume, talk about the spots with family and friends, and remain lodged in their brains until they morph into paying customers. Mick, a wildly successful maverick marketer and one of the elite Wizard of Ads partners, is the rare expert who knows — and can explain — why some ads succeed spectacularly while most crash and burn. And he knows who most often is to blame. Brace yourself, as Mick shares his bold ideas and imaginative strategies that lead to long-lasting customer loyalty. If you’re tired of throwing away money on ads that don’t work, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Mick Torbay, Wizard of Ads RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 31 August 2025
More than 80% of Trevor Bower’s customers reorder from him within 30 days. That’s an enviable benchmark in any industry.
Trevor owns AdvancedSupps, a single brick-and-mortar health supplements store in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with a robust online presence. In his ten years in business, he’s earned an international reputation for formulating unique, high-value supplements and providing unmatched customer education and service. In a brutally competitive retail environment, Trevor has overcome the odds — not with gimmicks or giveaways, but with a strategy that any entrepreneur — in any industry — can replicate. Among the recommendations he makes:
Think of Trevor’s insights as the ultimate business supplement: all natural, fast-acting, and formulated to strengthen your bottom line. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Trevor Bower, AdvancedSupps.com
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Sun, 24 August 2025
Overseeing a $10 billion residential and commercial portfolio, Bianca D’Alessio reigns as the #1 real estate agent in both New York City and New York State. She also stars in HBO Max’s Selling the Hamptons.
But Bianca’s rise wasn’t smooth. Early setbacks and bouts of impostor syndrome nearly sidelined her career. Instead, she built a foundation using vulnerability, intentional self-talk, and gratitude to transform herself into one of the most dynamic leaders in real estate. In her new book, Mastering Intentions: 10 Practices to Amplify Your Power and Lead with Lasting Impact, Bianca blends candid personal stories with actionable strategies that any business owner or entrepreneur can apply. Visit this special Monday Morning Radio “Open House” to discover the same practices Bianca uses to master her goals — and how you can apply them to achieve your own business and personal success. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Bianca D’Alessio, Mastering Intentions |
Sun, 17 August 2025
Gary Engels teaches business owners and entrepreneurs the disciplined sequence of steps that lead to lasting success. His wisdom isn’t drawn from an MBA program or corporate leadership seminars — it’s forged from decades on the mats. “Sensei Gary” is a serial entrepreneur, app creator, and a 4th-degree black belt in Taekwondo.
Gary’s list of ventures and partnerships is long. Among them, he is the founder of Leadership Academy, a martial arts school dedicated to developing leadership skills in students of all ages, and the creator of the Legacy Missions app, which helps users build positive daily habits. He also serves as CEO of MyGig, which connects businesses with essential services in accounting, marketing, HR, IT, and financial optimization. Unlike many entrepreneurs who obsess over selling, Gary has built his career on service. His approach begins with a simple question: “How can I help?” Service builds trust, trust builds relationships, and relationships drive revenue. It’s a principle that has kept his martial arts school thriving for 20 years — a milestone that very few such schools attain. So, join us this week in the “Monday Morning Radio Dojo.” Remove your shoes, step onto the mat, and begin mastering the “business katas” that will make you a fierce marketplace competitor. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Gary Engels POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 10 August 2025
Marcy Syms became the youngest female president of a publicly traded New York Stock Exchange company when she was named to the position with her family’s business in 1983.
At its peak, the Syms chain of off-price, brand-name fashion stores operated 46 outlets across 16 states, generating annual sales approaching $350 million. The chain’s slogan — coined by founder Sy Syms, Marcy’s father — was iconic: “An educated consumer is our best customer.” While Syms was not the very first off-price fashion retailer when it opened its original store in 1959, Sy and Marcy Syms went on to define the sector and dominate it until — faced with increased competition and a soft economy — Syms filed for bankruptcy and closed its doors in 2011 after more than 50 years. Marcy shares her compelling story and the story of Syms Corporation in a new book, set for release on August 26th. The book is titled Leading with Respect: Adventures of an Off-Price Fashion Pioneer. “Respect,” as she explains on this week’s podcast, is the key trait — often misunderstood — of effective leadership. Marcy is a former member of the board at Midlantic Bank and Rite Aid. She is president of the Sy Syms Foundation, which continues her family’s philanthropic legacy supporting charitable, educational, and cultural organizations, including the Sy Syms School of Business at Yeshiva University. The foundation has awarded over $60 million to worthy organizations. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Marcy Syms, Sy Syms Foundation RELATED EPISODES:
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Sun, 3 August 2025
In a world awash with free educational videos and paid programs from platforms such as Udemy and Teachable, Damon Lembi and his team at Learnit are thriving by delivering impressive results.
Their secret? Equipping small and mid-sized businesses with the tools to outmaneuver corporate giants, while helping employees build confidence, sharpen skills, and boost job satisfaction. To date, Learnit has served over 14,000 organizations and helped more than 1.8 million professionals master new skills or improve on existing capabilities. This week, Damon delivers a masterclass on the mindset business leaders must embrace to thrive in today’s hyper-competitive landscape. It’s one of many valuable and actionable business insights we’ll hear from Damon. Please take your seats. Class is in session. [Be sure to pick up a copy of Damon’s book, The Learn-It-All Leader: Mindset, Traits and Tools] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Damon Lembi, Learnit RELATED EPISODES:
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Sun, 27 July 2025
Ken Banta is the founder and CEO of The Vanguard Network, a by-invitation-only community for top-level executives. He and his firm help C-Suite executives and business owners fine-tune their management skills, build valuable new relationships, and elevate the performance of their organizations.
One of Ken’s surprising recommendations is that companies do away with long-term strategic plans and instead focus primarily on the immediate horizon. “The way things move today is so quick and so unpredictable that having detailed strategies …seems to me to be really antiquated,” he says, akin to trying to predict the location of the next lightning strike. Ken is the author of Seeing Around Corners: C-Suite Wisdom from America’s Most Insightful Leaders, a powerful collection of leadership insights from dozens of wise CEOs, general counsels, and boardroom veterans. But Ken’s insights aren’t only applicable to large companies and for-profit organizations. Any effective leader can take away a great deal of actionable advice from Ken’s book and this week’s conversation. Wouldn’t it be nice to see around the next corner? Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Ken Banta, The Vanguard Network POPULAR EPISODES:
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Sun, 20 July 2025
Using Lego Bricks and ‘Crappy Doodles,’ Melissa Dinwiddie Unleashes Business Innovation Through Play
Melissa Dinwiddie doesn’t have an MBA. She’s never worked for a consulting giant, such as McKinsey, Boston Consulting, or Bain. She is a ukulele-playing, jazz-singing, Julliard-trained dancer and improv entertainer.
Yet when companies, including Meta, Google, Uber, Intuit, and Salesforce, seek fresh thinking on innovation and team creativity, they turn to Melissa for results. Melissa draws parallels between performance troupes, such as her All That Jazz improv jazz group, and business teams. To be successful, she notes, all members must listen closely, support one another, adapt on the fly, and create something from nothing. Melissa is the founder and CEO of Creative Sandbox Solutions, communication, connection, and creativity experts. Her firm’s specialty is helping teams blast through creative roadblocks. She is the author of The Creative Sandbox Way: Your Path to a Full-Color Life, which she wrote to help readers be comfortable with and embrace their own, authentic creativity. As Melissa explains this week, her unconventional background and unorthodox methods — including having six- and seven-figure salaried executives build with Lego bricks — consistently unlock breakthrough ideas and enhance team performance. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Melissa Dinwiddie, Creative Sandbox Solutions |
Sun, 13 July 2025
Mitch Weisburgh is on a crusade to get five million people to change their minds. Literally. A lifelong educator and entrepreneur, he helps teachers and students to mindshift away from reflexive reactions to setbacks, obstacles, and low moods. Rather than give in to them, he shows members of school communities how they can adopt a reasoned mentality that seeks solutions and opportunities, and restores optimism.
Mitch’s classroom approach works as well, if not better, for business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs facing professional or personal challenges. The next time your computer system goes down, or your shipment is lost in transit, or your flight is canceled, or a competitor poaches your best employee, you can react or you can mindshift and respond productively. Mitch is the author of MindShifting: Stop Your Brain from Sabotaging Your Happiness and Success. It is the first in a planned trilogy of helpful guides focused respectively on resourcefulness, resilience, and collaboration. As Napoleon Hill observed, “Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Mitch Weisburgh, Mindshifting |
Sun, 6 July 2025
“Do it before you die.” Those five words sum up Carl Barney’s advice to business leaders and other wealthy individuals to find a deeper level of success and satisfaction by “pre-questing” meaningful gifts to individuals and institutions — not in their wills — but while they can still witness the impact of their generosity.
Carl, author of the new book The Happiness Experiment: A Revolutionary Way to Increase Happiness, is a philanthropist who grew wealthy as an educational entrepreneur. He is the founder of the Prometheus Foundation, which identifies and supports independent thinkers who have innovative ideas, work smart, follow through, and achieve results. The Foundation is guided by the philosophy of Ayn Rand, with a healthy portion of Aristotle mixed in. In his book, Carl makes a key distinction between philanthropy and pre-questing. While both are praiseworthy, pre-questing is a more personal way to express gratitude to those who’ve enriched your life, such as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and friends. Carl has found that making others happy will also make the giver happier. That translates to becoming a better leader, businessperson, family member, and friend. “It’s not enough to feel grateful,” Carl says. “You have to express it — in ways that matter to the people who made a difference in your life.” Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Carl Barney RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 29 June 2025
Do you suffer from glossophobia? No pill or injection will cure it. But this week’s guest, Ruth Milligan, has a proven antidote for the nearly eight out of ten people who experience anxiety or fear of public speaking — also known as glossophobia.
Ruth is the founder and managing director of Articulation, a 15-year-old executive communication coaching consultancy. She is also the co-author of the new book “The Motivated Speaker: Six Principles to Unlock Your Communication Potential.” Ruth was the force behind one of the earliest TEDx events in the country, TEDxColumbus, where she spent a decade observing both masterful and woeful presenters. That experience laid the foundation for her consultancy, which aims to help anyone who needs to improve their message delivery, whether before a large audience in an auditorium or an intimate group of employees and customers. In Ruth’s experience, what you say matters—but how you say it often matters more. Ruth and her colleagues at Articulation leave it to others to coach clients on content. Her firm’s expertise lies in knowing how to deliver any message in a way that produces the desired results. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Ruth Milligan, Articulation RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 22 June 2025
What began as a labor of love for Jackie Lapin — traveling the world and taking captivating photos — has blossomed into a thriving business and membership community. Today, Jackie’s The Historic Traveler offers frequent blog posts, a vast library of images, curated reading lists, historical insights, and exclusive travel resources, all designed for those who share her wanderlust.
Jackie is a veteran of multiple fields — including working as a pioneering female sportswriter, accomplished PR executive, and marketing strategist. She champions the idea that turning your avocation into a vocation isn’t just possible; it may be the most direct and rewarding path to success. This week, Jackie reveals her blueprint for transforming personal passion into a robust income stream. She also shares insights on how to build a successful business from the ground up. Join Jackie as she travels the world of historic sites and entrepreneurial insights. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Jackie Lapin, The Historic Traveler POPULAR EPISODES |
Sat, 14 June 2025
The client list of corporations that Steven Gaffney and his colleagues at the Steven Gaffney Company have consulted reads like a Who’s Who of America’s best corporations, including Allstate, Amazon, American Express, Best Buy, Booz Allen, and BP. And those are just some of the “A”s and “B”s on the roster.
Steven’s expertise lies in building consistently high-achieving teams and organizations that set goals, overcome obstacles, and achieve their desired results. The founder and CEO of the eponymous consultancy, he asserts that honest communication and the right mindset will overcome most business maladies. His latest book, Unconditional Power: Thriving in Any Situation, No Matter How Frustrating, Complex, or Unpredictable, offers actionable methods to empower executives and entrepreneurs to maintain a resilient state even in the face of adversity. It is achievement, not performance, that counts in the long term, Steven counsels. While performance covers behavior and effort, achievement is about outcomes. There’s much to learn in this week’s not-to-miss conversation with Steven, including what any business can do over the next 30 days to progress on the path to greater achievement. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Steven Gaffney, Steven Gaffney Company RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 8 June 2025
[With this episode, we launch our 14th year delivering weekly All You Can Eat Business Wisdom. That’s more than 650 episodes — and we’re on the verge of celebrating our one-millionth download.] In two words, Johnny Molson distills what it takes for a business to soar above the ordinary in its advertising and marketing campaigns to attract and keep lifelong customers. Johnny is one of the elite global Wizard of Ads partners. Building on the groundbreaking strategies developed by the legendary Roy H. Williams, he and his fellow Wizards work individually and collectively to help businesses craft powerful brand identities and turbocharge their results.
At the heart of Johnny’s method, he explains, is a sharp distinction: the difference between messaging that drives immediate sales and short-term gain — and marketing that builds and sustains long-term customer loyalty and cascading profitability. He also unpacks the proven “60/40 Rule” for marketing budgets and shares why repetition — not reach — is the real key to being remembered. So, what’s Johnny’s two-word magic formula for a steller campaign? Discover the answer as this week’s episode of Monday Morning Radio takes a deep dive into his proven approach. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Johnny Molson, Wizard of Ads RELATED EPISODES:
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Sun, 1 June 2025
Are the tradeoffs that highly successful executives make — prioritizing wealth and recognition over family and a more grounded life — truly worth it? That’s the central question that prompted Butch Meily to write From Manila to Wall Street, a memoir reflecting on his time nearly 40 years ago as a close aide to the brilliant but often brash Reginald F. Lewis, the first African-American to build a billion-dollar company.
Lewis was a trailblazing businessman and investor who, in the 1980s, bulldozed through racial barriers. Financier and philanthropist Michael Milken described him as “the Jackie Robinson of American business.” Although Lewis died of a brain tumor at age 50 in 1993, the actionable insights gleaned from Lewis’s business life remain relevant to this day, chief among them his motto: “Keep going no matter what.” Lewis reached extraordinary heights, bringing Meily along with him. Nevertheless, the lives of both men serve as a cautionary tale of the price each paid for their achievements. Their enduring legacy: build boldly, lead wisely — but never forget to live. [A native of the Philippines, Meily currently serves as president of the Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation, a private-sector disaster management organization. Earlier in his career, he worked in public relations for both Burson-Marsteller and Howard J. Rubenstein Associates.] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Rene S. “Butch” Meily, From Manila to Wall Street
Fun, well organized, and brimming with useful information, this is a book that some will want to read cover-to-cover and others will treat as a reference book to look up subjects as needed; either way, it’s a delight. — Kirkus Reviews |
Thu, 22 May 2025
Like father, like son, entrepreneur Rob Kessler is a talented and ambitious business owner. His company, goTIELESS, has just passed a dozen years of marketing a brand of shirts with proprietary inserts [Million Dollar Collar] designed to be worn without ties. Rob is the son of Richard Kessler, who for 35 years reigned as the diamond engagement ring “King” in Wisconsin and was one of the very first guests this podcast showcased when it launched in June 2012. Among the insights you’ll hear listening to Rob are:
Rob’s path has been different than his dad’s. You might say he’s still a diamond in the rough. Yet Rob’s experience, as he shares this week, offers a study in entrepreneurial persistence, innovation, and market adaptation. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Rob Kessler, goTIELESS POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 18 May 2025
After more than 15 years as an executive at Meta, eBay, and Target, Anya Cheng set out to launch her own venture, Taelor. Her company uses artificial intelligence and personalized styling to rent clothing to men who dislike shopping, but need to look put-together for professional and social occasions.
As she candidly shares this week, her two-year-old company has encountered a full buffet of challenges — from limited resources, both financial and human, to the steep personal transition of relying entirely on her own judgment. Drawing from her successes and missteps, Anya offers ten actionable recommendations that every new and most established businesses should heed. Be sure to have a tablet or pen available to take notes. Above all else, Anya’s journey underscores the grit and adaptability required to build and maintain a new business in today’s startup landscape. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Anya Cheng, Taelor POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sat, 10 May 2025
Business owners and entrepreneurs who mess up royally might take cold comfort in Al Lewis’s Substack, BusinessBlunders.com, which regularly details the boneheaded choices and outright illegal antics of a rogues gallery of today’s and yesteryear’s CEOs and senior executives.
For most readers, Al’s independent newsletter is an opportunity to learn from other people’s mistakes, which is, as he puts it, “is a lot less costly than learning from your own.” Among his recent posts is an article titled Lost In Love: Top CEOs who kissed away their jobs, featuring, among others, Kohl’s CEO Ashley Buchanan, BP CEO Bernard Looney, and McDonald’s CEO Steve Easterbrook. Al is a veteran journalist and editor, having served as business editor of the Houston Chronicle and The Denver Post, and Markets Editor at CNBC. You won’t want to miss this episode. Doing so would be a business blunder of the first order. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Al Lewis, BusinessBlunders.com RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 4 May 2025
Can a timber-framed cottage built in tiny Frogholt, England, in 1450 and its current occupant and owner teach 21st-century business executives and entrepreneurs valuable insights about leadership and collaboration? Absolutely. Douglas Squirrel, who goes by the mononym “Squirrel,” is a multi-decade technology trailblazer and business scale-up expert. He uses his home, Old Kent Cottage, which required extensive restoration help from plumbers, electricians, structural engineers, and thatchers, as a practical business case study in managing complexity and as a metaphor for demonstrating that those with diverse skills must collaborate harmoniously or risk structural failure.
As Squirrel explains, if the many artisans who worked on Old Kent Cottage hadn’t communicated and worked together closely, the roof would have fallen in. It’s the same, he says, with every business. Squirrel is a proponent of using the human power of conversation to build effective, high-performing teams that lead to “insane” profits. Along with Jeffrey Fredrick, he wrote a seminal book on the topic, Agile Conversations: Transform Your Conversations, Transform Your Culture. Squirrel is also the author of Squirrel's Tech Radar, which is available from Amazon UK. “You should be really curious about technology all the time, because there's nothing else that's moving as fast and that is changing the landscape of your business as quickly as the technological innovations,” he says. Squirrel chairs the Squirrel Squadron, a free-to-join global online community of diverse technical and non-technical executives who learn from one another. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Douglas Squirrel, Squirrel Squadron |
Fri, 4 April 2025
Michael Drew is an expert at transforming big ideas into influence and income. An evangelist for powerful communication, Michael helps clients express their messages in the most compelling, persuasive, and distinctive ways possible. His favorite vehicle? Books.
Since 2003, Mike and his book promotion firm, Promote A Book, have guided more than 130 titles onto major bestseller lists — including The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Moreover, Mike’s methods aren’t just for seasoned authors. He helps business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals write and publish books to fast-track their goals — from raising capital and commanding higher speaking fees to standing out in a noisy market. Another of Mike’s companies, BookRetreat.com, offers an immersive, month-long program held in Guatemala that teaches his proprietary process to produce a complete first draft of a book by the end of the retreat. Do you have big, original ideas in need of a megaphone? If so, be sure to hear the actionable insights that Michael Drew shares this week. You can hear a special Monday Morning Radio bonus audio featuring founding host Dean Rotbart and guest Michael Drew discussing the surprising way The New York Times bestsellers list is compiled. It’s not how most people think. The free bonus audio is available now at tinyurl.com/MMRDrewBonus. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Michael Drew, Promote A Book RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 30 March 2025
When it comes to late-career transitions, Gigi Meier’s reinvention is nothing short of remarkable. After three decades in banking — reaching the boardroom level of a multi-billion-dollar Texas institution — Gigi has reinvented herself as a successful romance writer. She has self-published 16 books, some quite steamy, across three ongoing series.
The cover of her books — not for every taste — typically feature a shirtless, ripped stud and a one-word title: Paolo, or Hamilton, or Giovanni.
One of Gigi’s best-selling books is her first, Tomlin, the tale of a small-town romance between a foul-mouth car restorer and a determined Judo Olympian who refuses to take no for an answer. While you might expect Gigi to draw on her extensive banking experience to fuel her publishing success, as she explains on this week’s episode, she’s discovered valuable insights as a romance publisher that would have been useful during her banking career — and they offer actionable lessons for any business or entrepreneurial venture. Whether or not you’re a fan of romance novels, you’ll want to cozy up to this week’s podcast for some sexy business ideas. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Gigi Meier, Author RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 23 March 2025
At first, Maria Fraietta considered naming her organizing system the “death box.” After all, the idea for her product arose after her father passed away in January 2021, leaving Maria and her brothers to sort through their dad’s scattered files, financial accounts, bills, titles, and possessions.
Eventually, Maria landed on calling her kits Nokbox — N.O.K. box — for Next of Kin. Her vision was to save others priceless hours of frustration trying to piece together the puzzle of their deceased loved one’s accounts and possessions. A high school teacher when she began, Maria invested just $50 to launch her company and ran the business from her living room with help from family and friends. Less than four years later, Maria’s company has grown into a $34 million-a-year success story. Your homework this week is to learn valuable lessons from a teacher-turned-business-owner on this week’s episode. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Maria Fraietta, Nokbox RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 16 March 2025
One of 2024’s most popular episodes of Monday Morning Radio featured Australian author and illustrator Andrew Matthews, who, along with his wife, Julie, has built a publishing empire that has sold more than 8 million global copies of his inspirational books about happiness and resilience.
Last time, Andrew focused on the uplifting messages his books convey. On this, his second appearance from Queensland, Andrew pulls back the curtain on the persistence, relationship-building, adaptability, and strategic growth that have rocket-fueled his and Julie’s global business success. Andrew and Julie’s methods offer a roadmap that anyone looking to propel their business to a higher orbit can utilize. [Hear Andrew Matthews’s First Appearance on Monday Morning Radio] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Andrew Matthews BOOKS BY ANDREW MATTHEWS INCLUDE:
But I Said I’m Sorry by Talya Rotbart, has been honored as a Book Excellence Award finalist. It is available to share with the children in your life for only $11.10 from Amazon. |
Sun, 9 March 2025
Robert L. Dilenschneider, founder and principal of The Dilenschneider Group, is well known as a venerated strategic communications advisor and counselor to many of the world’s most influential business and political leaders.
Bob’s extensive knowledge as a historian is less commonly known, especially one who can look to the past to identify role models whose lives are worth emulating today and in the future. Following on the heels of his two most recent history-focused books — Decisions: Practical Advice from 23 Men and Women Who Shaped the World and Nailing It: How History’s Awesome Twentysomethings Got It Together — Bob’s latest volume, available to pre-order now, is Character: Life Lessons in Courage, Integrity, and Leadership. Courage profiles a diverse group of 31 historical figures who drove society to be the best it could be. Among the disparate luminaries are Lou Gehrig, Winston Churchill, Julia Child, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Stephen Hawking, Margaret Chase Smith, Bill Russell, Jimmy Stewart, and S.P. Hinduja. Bob views character as a vital ingredient for success in public and private life. “From a respected older generation of mentors comes invaluable advice and hopeful direction for the young leaders, innovators, and influencers of tomorrow,” Bob writes in describing his book, which officially goes on sale March 25th. As co-host Maxwell Rotbart notes in introducing this week’s podcast, Bob left one person out of Character. Himself. He, too, epitomizes courage, integrity, and leadership. [NOTE: The actionable insights of Robert L. Dilenschneider are featured in Maxwell Rotbart’s award-winning anthology, All You Can Eat Business Wisdom. A free unabridged copy of Bob’s chapter can be read here.] The Dilenschneider “Library” of 23 Books Includes:
Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Robert L. Dilenschneider, The Dilenschneider Group Pick up a copy of All You Can Eat Business Wisdom for yourself Fun, well organized, and brimming with useful information, this is a book that some will want to read cover-to-cover and others will treat as a reference book to look up subjects as needed; either way, it’s a delight. — Kirkus Reviews |
Sun, 23 February 2025
“We’re in the news business,” Dick Grove insists, “Not the PR business." His reasoning is straightforward: Individuals and companies must think like journalists, not self-promoters, to earn media coverage.
Dick is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Inkinc Public Relations and author of the quasi tell-all, It’s the Media Stupid! pr without the bs. For more than five decades, Dick has been at the forefront of the public relations industry. His media relations philosophy aligns closely with that of Monday Morning Radio founding host Dean Rotbart, whose courses at Wizard Academy — Newsroom Confidential, Buzz Snatching, and Reputation Tool Chest — all taught the necessity of understanding how journalists and news organizations think and operate. Before hiring a PR agency or pitching journalists and social media influencers yourself, hear firsthand from Dick and Dean what it truly takes to win the media’s favor. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Dick Grove, Inkinc PR RELATED EPISODES |
Sun, 16 February 2025
“You’re Fired!” Two words that are never easy to speak and are even harder to hear. Dismissing employees is complicated — legally, emotionally, and professionally. Mastering the art of letting employees go isn’t taught in business school, and too many managers fumble the process. Mahesh Guruswamy, chief technology officer at Kickstarter, has spent much of his career delivering tough news — not just to employees but also to customers, investors, and even higher-ups. Now, he’s sharing his hard-earned wisdom in a new book — How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away With It: A Manager Guide.
Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a first-time manager, Mahesh's insights will arm you with tools to handle difficult conversations while building trust, retaining talent, and, yes — keeping your sanity intact. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Mahesh Guruswami, How to Deliver Bad News and Get Away With It RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 9 February 2025
Israel Duran describes himself as an “impact architect,” helping successful business owners deliver turbocharged profits and coaching them to find a societal purpose beyond profits.
Israel, founder of Israel Duran & Associates, has shown thousands of owners and CEOs how to transform their businesses and use their newfound achievements to impact, inspire, and influence their communities and beyond. Born out of personal adversity — his father died when he was still an infant — Israel shares how he has dedicated his career to showing others how to go beyond accumulating wealth to making a meaningful difference in the world. At the heart of his teachings is servant leadership. Israel champions the "Four Cs" of leadership: Consistency, Conviction, Charity, and Compassion. These principles aren’t just theoretical; they’re the foundation for his success and that of his clients. Books by Israel Duran:
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Sun, 2 February 2025
Jason Schappert reminds founding host Dean Rotbart of a young Steve Jobs, Apple’s co-founder, who Dean met and wrote about when he was a financial columnist with The Wall Street Journal. Like Jobs, Jason is dynamic, a visionary, and at only 36 years old, well along the fast track to success.
Jason and his wife, Magda, built an aviation education company, MzeroA, and sold it for an impressive 8-figure sum. As an encore, the couple recently launched an AI-driven investment platform — Moola — directed at middle-class consumers, providing the same insights and tools typically reserved for the rich and ultra-rich. Jason knows what it takes to build a business from scratch, scale it, and — when the time is right — exit profitably. Sit back and take notes as Jason offers a clinic on ways to leverage passion, identify opportunities, and make bold decisions. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Jason Shappert, Moola RELATED EPISODES |
Sat, 25 January 2025
Are leaders born or made? In this week’s episode, Robert E. “Bob” Kaplan, co-founder of Kaplan DeVries and a pioneer in leadership development, tackles this age-old question. With more than 30 years of experience helping executives and organizations thrive, Bob shares actionable insights into overcoming mental roadblocks, embracing feedback, and boosting self-confidence.
Drawing from his latest book, Grappling: Leaders Striving to Improve, Bob illustrates how even high-performing leaders can unlock new levels of effectiveness. Discover why leadership is as much about introspection and mental resilience as it is about technical skill. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an aspiring leader, this episode offers invaluable strategies to elevate your leadership game. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Bob Kaplan, Kaplan Devries Pick up a signed copy of All You Can Eat Business Wisdom for yourself
Fun, well organized, and brimming with useful information, this is a book that some will want to read cover-to-cover and others will treat as a reference book to look up subjects as needed; either way, it’s a delight. — Kirkus Reviews |
Sun, 19 January 2025
Mike Frick never intended to get into the business of selling specialized construction equipment, including rock screens, bedding boxes, and concrete washout tubs. But what started as a side hustle and a way to help his son earn extra cash while in college has turned into a thriving business with a large and diverse nationwide customer base, including construction sites, farms, quarries, mines, and the US military.
Bear Iron Works, headquartered in Grand Junction, Colorado, features made-in-America products and embodies all-American values. A commitment to innovation is at the heart of Bear Iron Works’ success. Mike’s background in construction, ranching, and mining has shaped the company's product development. He combines practical experience with creative problem-solving to design equipment tailored to the needs of his clients. Mike’s entrepreneurial journey is a reminder that successful business owners come in all varieties and serve many less-than-glamorous markets. But the keys to success remain consistent.
Bear Iron Works is poised for a bright future. With plans to expand its product line and reach new markets, the company is leveraging its reputation for quality and innovation to solidify its position in the industry. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Mike Frick, Bear Iron Works POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 12 January 2025
You don’t have to be an author or would-be author to profit from the reputation-building insights our guest, W. Terry Whalin, shares on this week’s episode. Among executives in the book publishing industry, Terry is a rock star.
He alone has written more than 60 mainstream books, including a popular biography of Billy Graham. Among Terry’s most popular books is 10 Publishing Myths: Insights Every Author Needs to Succeed. Currently, Terry serves as acquisitions editor for Morgan James Publishing — a hybrid book publishing house — signing business owners and entrepreneurs as authors and coaching them. Founded in 2003, Morgan James became the first publisher to blend the strength, credibility, and distribution of traditional publishing with the flexibility, author involvement, and time to market of self-publishing. When it comes to the publishing industry, Terry has seen it all. This week, he shares the naked truths — good and bad — that all would-be authors must know before they sit down at their keyboards in pursuit of publishing profits and glory. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: W. Terry Whalin, Morgan James Publishing RELATED EPISODES:
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Sun, 5 January 2025
Many owners and entrepreneurs complain that overseeing their companies is like running a zoo. That’s good news, says Terry Rich, who led the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines from a $600,000 deficit to profitability. His keys to success centered on rethinking the visitor experience and introducing innovative events that attracted fresh customers.
Building on his strong entrepreneurial background, Terry subsequently served as CEO of the Iowa Lottery, president of the North American Lottery Association, and a Powerball board member. Terry is the author of two blockbuster books: The $80 Billion Gamble and Dare to Dream, Dare to Act. He is also an in-demand international keynote speaker. This week, Terry regales co-hosts Dean and Maxwell Rotbart with actionable business insights and colorful anecdotes, including recognizing the undiscovered value in elephant poop and how he cracked the largest lottery fraud in US history. [See Terry’s appearance on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson] Photo: Terry Rich, Rick Keynote POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 29 December 2024
After 28 years as a cornerstone of Fox News and Fox Business, Neil Cavuto, 66, made headlines earlier this month with his unexpected resignation.
Monday Morning Radio founding host Dean Rotbart has known Neil for the broadcast journalist’s entire television career. In February 2020, just before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dean conducted an exclusive oral history with him when Neil was honored by his peers with a prestigious Business News Visionary Award in recognition of the journalist’s transformative contributions to the profession. This week, hear the first-ever airing of that interview and discover Neil's blueprint for success — timeless lessons in determination, adaptability, and excellence that everyone can apply. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at one of business journalism’s most iconic figures. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Neil Cavuto RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 22 December 2024
This week, Hosts Dean and Maxwell Rotbart offer their annual holiday treat for Monday Morning Radio listeners: a reading of the inspirational adult Yuletide tale, A Christmas Day Miracle.
The uplifting book tells the true story of one man on death’s doorstep and his miraculous survival and recovery. It’s a poignant reminder for people of all faiths of the wonder and power of life’s unexpected blessings. This is an exclusive once-a-year presentation you don’t want to miss. A Christmas Day Miracle is available in a keepsake softcover edition on Amazon for only $9.75. Posted: December 23, 2024 Other books from TJFR Press:
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Sat, 14 December 2024
Charles Rose is an unconventional business coach. While most consultants focus on improving a company’s mechanics — sales, marketing, human resources, and the like — his consultancy advises clients on the best ways to unload the personal baggage that limits their bottom line and personal satisfaction.
A serial entrepreneur who built an e-commerce company and sold it for $10 million, Charles has since spent 20-plus years instructing CEOs, high-performing professionals, and entrepreneurs on ways to strike a productive balance between business success and life satisfaction. As he explains, on the path to business fulfillment, he explores every aspect of his clients' lives, including physical health, mental health, and personal relations. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Charles Rose, Transformation Coaching OPPORTUNITIES OF INTEREST: Blaine Oelkers, America’s only chief results officer (Monday Morning Radio 2/6/23), is offering powerful workshops to cap off 2024 and deliver super results in the new year. Dr. Laura Sicola (Monday Morning Radio 2/26/24) co-hosts Alpha Whisperers: Genesis, a podcast mini-series offering a behind-the-scenes examination of the dynamics of power, influence, and leadership. |
Sun, 8 December 2024
With nearly 1.3 million followers on TikTok and a global fan base for his gospel music, David Griffiths’ success story is a testament to the power of authenticity, consistency, audience engagement, and strategic planning. Founder of Content Creating Academy, David is a powerhouse in the world of digital creation. His free webinars help business owners and entrepreneurs simplify the complexities of content creation and recognize the steps necessary to build an impressive social media following.
Blessed with a rich baritone voice, David is also an internationally celebrated Christian recording artist and educator. He has performed in front of crowds as large as 70,000 and penned more than 300 compositions. In 2009, he was named the International Singer-Songwriter Association’s Christian Songwriter of the Year. David’s coaching and music careers complement one another. Both have a similar mission: To bring positive change to the world. His journey is proof that with the right mindset and tools, anyone can foster meaningful connections that drive real-world results. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: David Griffiths, Content Creating Academy RELATED EPISODES:
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Sun, 1 December 2024
Douglas Katz is a West Point graduate, a disabled Army veteran, and a culinary enthusiast. The problem for Doug was that, like millions of those who suffer from limited mobility, he struggled to use kitchen utensils that require upper extremity strength.
Aided by friends and other veterans, Doug took to his workshop to invent a new type of kitchen knife — the NULU knife — the first product in a series of “adaptive” gear he plans to introduce. Ergonomically made, the NULU blade is located beneath the handle, allowing users’ shoulders, arms, and hands to remain neutral, reducing stress on their joints. NULU delivers a better cutting experience and makes cooking accessible for everyone. Doug is utilizing Kickstarter to crowdfund the NULU knife. If you’d like to see the NULU knife in action, visit the product’s Kickstarter page at tinyurl.com/MMR-Knife. There are less than two weeks before Doug’s Kickstarter campaign closes, so if you’re looking for a great holiday gift for family and friends — or for yourself — the time to act is now. Doug’s story is an inspiring example of how innovation, perseverance, and purpose can drive entrepreneurial success. By addressing real-world problems, building a solid team, and staying committed to a greater purpose, Doug exemplifies the potential of entrepreneurship to change lives — not just for customers but for communities as well. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Douglas Katz, NULU Knives ARTICLES OF INTEREST BY DEAN ROTBART
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Sun, 24 November 2024
You can follow your heart, discover how life works, be happy, and bounce back from hard times. It’s easier than you might imagine. Author and illustrator Andrew Matthews breaks it all down in his cheerful and insightful books, which have sold more than 8 million copies and inspired audiences at more than 1,000 international companies.
Andrew’s forte is presenting timeless wisdom in fresh, engaging ways. Each of his uplifting books is peppered with lovable, hand-drawn cartoons. Andrew is based in Queensland, Australia, where his wife Julie serves as his books’ publisher. On this episode, Andrew shares invaluable lessons for businesses and individuals alike:
Whether it’s finding resilience in setbacks, taking small steps to overcome big challenges, or packaging ideas in ways that resonate with customers, Andrew’s lessons are universally applicable. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Andrew Matthews, Seashell Publishers BOOKS BY ANDREW MATTHEWS INCLUDE: THIS WEEK’S ARTICLES OF INTEREST BY DEAN ROTBART
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Sun, 17 November 2024
Renita Wolf is an expert on Exit Strategies. Renita and her firm, Poe Wolf Partners, are renowned for helping founders and mid-market CEOs build better businesses and exit on their terms. Before founding her firm, Renita spent 25 years holding senior financial and operation positions for companies including Wells Fargo, Hewlett-Packard, Agilent Technologies, and Cray Research.
Whether business owners hope to execute what she describes as “the transaction of a lifetime” in a year, a decade, or even longer, there are concrete steps they should take now to maximize the value of their companies when the time arrives. Among the topics Renita covers this week are the ways to identify potential buyers for your business, significant tax considerations, and recognizing the best time to move on. As you are about to hear, preparing to sell a business is as much a journey as a destination. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Renita Wolf, Poe Wolf Partners REGISTER FOR RENITA WOLF’S UPCOMING WEBINARS: Exit Planning: Close the Value Gap (December 10, 2024) THIS WEEK’S ARTICLES OF INTEREST BY DEAN ROTBART |
Sun, 10 November 2024
David Sauers is a successful entrepreneur from Savannah, Georgia, where he runs a service business with 50 nationwide branches. Formerly an executive in commercial banking and business lending, the company David co-founded is marking its 20th anniversary this year.
David is the first to admit that his business is not the type that most people dream about owning — at first. However, his emphasis on quality, consistency, community, and creativity provides a wealth of lessons for all business owners and entrepreneurs. [Read this week’s All You Can Eat Business Wisdom Second Helping, which offers six actionable insights here.] In an homage to the panel game show that ran on CBS between 1950 and 1967, “What’s My Line,” you’ll have to listen to this week’s episode to discover the uncommon service that David’s company provides. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: David Sauers, Royal Restrooms RELATED LINKS: |
Sun, 3 November 2024
This week, founding host Dean Rotbart, a Wizard Academy graduate who served many years on the Academy’s faculty, shares the story of how a self-published children’s book author garnered global media coverage, reaching more than 2 million potential customers in a single day and zooming more than 1 million spots to the top of the Amazon charts.
The lessons to be gleaned by her success, Rotbart promises, can be applied by every business owner, entrepreneur, and author who’d like to attain blockbuster visibility without spending a dime on consultants, social media ads, or news releases. How did the author of the children’s book do it? Well, it helps that she, too, is a Wizard Academy alumna and that Talya Rotbart is married to the self-anointed “Dean of Reputation.” Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo Collage: Talya Rotbart (top row right), Dr. Laura Schlessinger and Talya (bottom row left) EPISODE LINKS:
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Sun, 27 October 2024
Duane Scott Cerny is an expert on dead people. Or, more precisely, marketing and selling their possessions after they’ve passed to the afterlife. He is the author of the bestselling book Selling Dead People's Things: Inexplicably True Tales, Vintage Fails & Objects of Objectionable Estates and Vintage Confidential: Retro Rattled, Tales Tattled—Confessions of the World’s Third Oldest Profession. Duane co-owns Chicago’s largest multi-dealer antique mall, Broadway Antique Market.
As you’ll hear, he is also quite the sage when it comes to understanding the formula for business success. Thanks to his ability to adapt to ever-changing tastes and listen closely to his customers, Duane is celebrating his mall’s 34th anniversary this year. Not only is Duane business savvy, but he is also a born entertainer and storyteller — truly a treat to listen to. Happy Halloween. [Watch Jordan Phelps’s music video tribute to Broadway Antique Market, which opens this week’s episode, on YouTube here. Read Duane’s columns in The Village View here.] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Duane Scott Cerny, Broadway Antique Market RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 20 October 2024
Mo Bunnell and his colleagues at Bunnell Idea Group have trained more than 50,000 high-end professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs on the remarkable effectiveness of gifting their expertise to create and maximize client relationships.
Mo’s new book, Give to Grow: Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your Career, from elite business book publisher Bard Press, is the bible of strategic giving. “The real magic to this approach: It’s always your move, and there’s always a way to be helpful,” Mo writes. “When you focus on giving, you will remove your own mental roadblocks. You’ll be centered on solving the client’s problems and investing in their success. And you can build a system to consistently integrate the right moves into your busy work life.” Walking his talk, Mo is offering — for free and with zero obligation — a suite of Give to Grow resources, including videos, a team launch guide, top lead generation methods worksheet, and 50-plus go-to questions to fast-track your meeting preparation. As Mo says, “A great deal might make your year, but a great relationship can make your entire career.” Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Mo Bunnell, Bunnell Idea Group RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 13 October 2024
Peter H. Spitz is an MIT-trained chemical engineer and renowned petrochemical industry expert with seven patents. He is also an author and entrepreneur, having started a company that grew to $20 million in annual sales before being acquired by IBM.
This past June, Peter published his most recent book, Reflecting on History: How The Industrial Revolution Created Our Way of Life. When we turn on a television, use a computer, heat dinner in a microwave oven, open a refrigerator, drive a car, or take an antibiotic, Peter explains that we are utilizing technologies with roots dating back to the Industrial Revolution in England 300 years ago. Peter wasn’t around back then, but with a razor-sharp mind at 98 years of age, he has plenty of actionable insights to share on what makes for successful inventions and how to build and run a successful business. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Peter H. Spitz, Author RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 6 October 2024
As a Walt Disney Imagineer, Brian Collins, helped create the stories and magic for some of the world’s most beloved theme park attractions. While Walt died in late 1966, the company he founded and many of his disciples continue to practice the gospel of Disney. Brian is one the most successful and sought-after adherents.
Brian is the founder of The Brainstorm Institute. Working from Orlando, and frequently exploring Disney World with his clients, Brian teaches innovation, brainstorming, and technology cross-pollination to companies of all sizes. As Walt used to say, “It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” You’ll have fun this week listening to what Brian Collins has to say. And, oh yeah, if you’ve got Mouse Ears lying around, feel free to wear them while you listen. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Brian Collins, The Brainstorm Institute RELATED EPISODES:
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Sun, 29 September 2024
There may be observers who know the technology industry better than veteran journalist Eric Savitz, but there aren’t many. Eric worked at Barron’s Magazine as an investment and technology reporter for 24 years — spread over three stints. He began there in October 1988, honing his craft under the direction of the legendary editor and columnist Alan Abelson.
In this wide-ranging conversation, you’ll hear Eric’s views on successful investing in technology stocks, what errors to avoid, and what opportunities still exist for tech startups. Since July of this year, Eric has assumed the position of corporate editor-in-chief of General Motors. As he explains, these days, under the hoods of cars and trucks, consumers will discover sophisticated chips and computers worthy of the best technology companies. Whether you’re an investor, a business owner, or a journalism buff, this is one conversation you’ll want to pull to the curb to listen to closely and take notes. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Eric Savitz, General Motors RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 22 September 2024
Approximately one in five Americans is neurodiverse, which includes conditions such as Autism, ADHD, OCD, Dyslexia, and Tourette’s syndrome. Chances are excellent that some of your colleagues are neurodiverse and face challenges that are not immediately visible.
Dr. Matthew Zakreski, co-founder and lead psychologist at The Neurodiversity Initiative, is an internationally recognized expert on neurodiverse employee-employer relations and an advocate for neurodiverse individuals in the workplace. Dr. Matt, as his clients call him, serves as a professional advocate for neurodiverse individuals in the workplace. From their northern New Jersey office, Dr. Matt and his team offer therapy and assessments to individuals. He also engages in public speaking and corporate training and serves as a mediator between neurodiverse employees and their bosses. Dr. Matt shares that employers who acknowledge and accommodate those who think and behave differently see enhanced workplace productivity, job satisfaction, and innovation. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Matthew Zakreski, The Neurodiversity Initiative RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 15 September 2024
More than half of all customers and clients are willing to pay more for the exact same product or service if the seller also provides a single intangible: trust.
Natalie Doyle Oldfield, president of Halifax, Nova Scotia-based Success Through Trust, has spent years evaluating the dynamics that drive customer loyalty and business growth. Trust, she finds, is the critical value that top companies rely on to secure their market dominance and drive substantial growth. Businesses that score high on Natalie’s proprietary “Client Trust Index” enjoy increased sales and stronger client relationships. Moreover, they have a cushion of goodwill to see them through the rough patches that inevitably crop up. Natalie is a former chief marketing officer who spent 25 years in business before founding her consultancy. She is the author of the new book — Trusted: The Proven Path To Customer Loyalty And Business Growth. This week, Natalie shares the proven methods companies, individuals, and organizations can use to amplify their trustworthiness and cash in on their reputation and brand. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss. Trust us. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Natalie Doyle Oldfield, Success Through Trust |
Sun, 8 September 2024
Michael Hershman is the CEO of Soloviev Group, a privately held, multi-billion-dollar enterprise with investments spanning real estate, agribusiness, logistics, and renewable energy. He is also president and CEO of Fairfax Group, a top choice for governments, corporations, and international institutions that need complex problem-solving for governance and compliance challenges.
The Soloviev Group owns the largest undeveloped tract of land in Manhattan, located just three blocks south of the United Nations. Known as Freedom Plaza, this green space will soon host the Museum of Freedom and Democracy, the cornerstone of a dynamic, mixed-use development that will also feature New York City’s first casino. In addition to his business acumen, Hershman is widely recognized as a global authority on governance and transparency. He has been named one of the “100 Most Ethical Global Leaders in Business.” This week, Hershman delivers a master class in civics, highlighting the principles of good governance and their role in fostering a robust economy—one that supports small business owners and entrepreneurs alike. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Michael Hershman, Soloviev Group POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 1 September 2024
The client is reclining on a plush leather couch in a softly lit office, the wall adorned with framed degrees and certificates of expertise in psychology. “Tell me what’s troubling you?” the therapist inquires. “Profits are down. Our employees are unhappy. And I don’t know where I should be going.”
This imaginary client is not a person but a business. However, the therapist is real. Dr. Nikki Blacksmith is a practitioner of industrial-organizational psychology who uses data analysis to help companies diagnose the business personality traits that are preventing them from achieving their goals. Dr. Blackstone is the co-founder and CEO of Blackhawke Behavior Science and an adjunct faculty member at American University in Washington, D.C. She is the co-author with Dr. Maureen E. McCusker of Data-Driven Decision Making in Entrepreneurship: Tools for Maximizing Human Capital. On this week’s episode, Dr. Blacksmith explains that industrial organizational psychology is essentially the application of psychological principles to the workplace. It involves understanding human behavior in work environments, covering hiring, motivation, well-being, and organizational culture. In addition, she emphasizes the importance of using data to make informed decisions in entrepreneurship. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Nikki Blacksmith, Blackhawke Behavior Science |
Sun, 25 August 2024
Margot Machol Bisnow spent 20 years in government, including as an FTC Commissioner and staff director of President Ronald Reagan’s Council of Economic Advisers. In her post-government career, Margot has become an evangelist for entrepreneurism, serving as a sherpa for parents on how to raise their children to grow into successful business owners and achieve their dreams.
She is the author of Raising an Entrepreneur: How to Help Your Children Achieve Their Dreams - 99 Stories from Families Who Did, now in its second edition. On this week’s podcast, Margot shares the lessons of families — many well-known — who followed the correct path for raising their children to succeed as entrepreneurs. The key is allowing children to pursue their passions, even if there is no obvious way to earn a living from them. Hard work, the experience of failure, and the ability to adapt to change are, likewise, important entrepreneurial characteristics. While Margot focuses on kids, teens, and young adults, her blueprint for success is ageless. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Margot Machol Bisnow, Raising an Entrepreneur |
Sun, 18 August 2024
While many business owners and entrepreneurs possess intelligence and ability, wisdom is far rarer and more precious. You needn’t journey to a mountaintop in India to commune with a Swami to accrue the benefits and peace of mind that wisdom affords.
Dr. Laura Gabayan, a veteran emergency medicine physician and associate professor at the UCLA School of Medicine, has made a study of wisdom, including how to define and cultivate it. Dr. Gabayan recently published her findings in Common Wisdom: 8 Scientific Elements of a Meaningful Life. The eight characteristics are:
Wisdom, Dr. Gabayan reports, “is a state of being, a mindset.” Those who master its lessons will lead a more fulfilling, meaningful, and prosperous life. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Dr. Laura Gabayan, Common Wisdom |
Sun, 11 August 2024
David Page is a veteran broadcast journalist and two-time Emmy award winner who is best known for creating the Food Network mega-hit Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives and serving as its executive producer for eleven seasons.
His newest multimedia project, Culinary Characters Unlocked, is a twice-weekly podcast featuring fascinating stories from some of the food world's most intriguing people. The program will debut on Tuesday, August 27. On its face, Culinary Characters Unlocked is a feast for foodies. However, the kitchen maestros David interviews also demonstrate that for a chef to succeed and a restaurant to thrive, savvy business skills are necessary — know-how that applies to everyone, regardless of their business or profession. Would you like the recipe for business success and a great Coq au Vin (just kidding)? Place a linen napkin on your lap, grab your fourchette and couteau, and prepare to be dazzled by what David Page serves up this week. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: David Page, Culinary Characters Unlocked Hear the March 25, 2024, episode of Monday Morning Radio featuring David Page and his book, Food Americana: The Remarkable People and Incredible Stories Behind America’s Favorite Dishes. |
Sun, 4 August 2024
Being a children’s book publisher is anything but child’s play. Georgia Lininger is a full-time elementary school teacher and children’s book author who launched her own book imprint, Salus Publishing, on the side in January 2020. As she quickly discovered, success is about much more than sweet stories and colorful illustrations.
Georgia’s struggles and achievements are a parable for what many entrepreneurs with a dream face when entering the competitive marketplace with a product or service that comes from the heart. Whether your aspiration is to pen the next Charlotte’s Web, or launch any business that ignites your passion and imagination, Georgia’s experiences and insights will leave you better prepared. Product differentiation — in this instance, multiculturalism and eco-friendly printing — have been a saving grace for Salus Publishing. What’s your unique differentiator? Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Georgie Lininger, Salus Publishing POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 28 July 2024
Angie Hyche is an organization and clutter expert. Whether the mess swamps your storage room, a self-storage unit, your garage, your basement, or even your email inbox and to-do lists, she knows precisely how to sort out your possessions and calendar.
The owner of Shipshape Solutions, based in Kingsport, Tennessee, she is a writer, podcaster, and much-in-demand speaker who helps her audiences free themselves from physical, mental, and business disarray. Angie has spent the past seven-and-a-half years as a professional organizer, helping a wide array of organizations and individuals clean up the chaos in their lives. This week, Angie shares how everyone can tackle their disorganization, even if it’s been accumulating for years or decades. Books by Angie Hyche:
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Fri, 19 July 2024
Our guest this week is Richard Behar, an award-winning investigative reporter who spent 15 years chronicling the life of Bernie Madoff, the mastermind behind the largest Ponzi scheme in history. Behar is the author of the newly released blockbuster book Madoff: The Final Word. Before Madoff died in prison, Behar and Madoff had more than 50 phone conversations, exchanged more than 300 emails, and met face-to-face three times.
When Madoff was arrested in December 2008, his decades-long scam unraveled, revealing approximately $68 billion in purported assets across nearly 5,000 client accounts. In stark contrast, Madoff had less than $300 million, having swindled countless victims, including banks, charities, colleges, pension funds, and notable individuals such as Steven Spielberg, Sandy Koufax, Kevin Bacon, and Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel. On this week’ episode, Behar shares how Madoff sustained his scam for decades, the many people who facilitated his fraud, why his investors were so gullible, and what steps everyone should take to avoid falling victim to swindlers. As an exclusive bonus, listeners will hear two short private phone conversations between Behar and Madoff, recorded during Madoff’s incarceration at a federal prison in Butner, North Carolina. Behar, honored as one of the top 100 business journalists of the 20th century, has received more than 20 major journalism awards. He previously worked on the staff of Forbes, Time, and Fortune. He also contributed reporting to CNN, PBS, and the BBC. If you believe you could never be tricked like thousands of Madoff’s trusting investors were, you need to listen closely to this week’s episode. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Richard Behar, Madoff: The Final Word RELATED EPISODES |
Sun, 14 July 2024
This week’s guest, Dean Guida, founder and CEO of Infragistics, has plenty of grit. But as he’s discovered on his way to bootstrapping a company that today serves 100% of the S&P 500, including Bank of America, Exxon, Fidelity, Intuit, and Morgan Stanley — to win in business, you also need:
Dean launched his business in 1989 when he was only 23 years old. Today, his enterprise software company operates in six countries and serves more than two million software developers. And he’s done it all without a cent of venture capital. Dean’s expertise is highly technical, but his new book, When Grit is Not Enough: An Entrepreneur’s Playbook for Taking Your Business to the Next Level, makes it easy for any business leader to understand how to grow a business from the ground up and compete against larger, better-funded competitors. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Dean Guida, Infragistics |
Sun, 7 July 2024
Nick-Anthony Zamucen has the Midas touch when it comes to starting and growing franchises. As founder and president of BOR Franchising, his successful concepts include a pizza chain, a home care business, a crime scene cleaner, and, most recently, a burgeoning water and fire damage repair company. Nick-Anthony has a proven formula for running a successful enterprise that will be of interest whether you buy into someone else’s concept or decide to franchise one of your own businesses.
This week, he shares what to look for before buying or launching a franchise and what to avoid absolutely. Even if you have no interest in franchising, understanding Nick-Anthony’s approach and his “success breeds success” philosophy will generate plenty of productive ideas you can apply to your business. Books by Nick-Anthony Zamucen Include: Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Nick-Anthony Zamucen, BOR Franchising RELATED EPISODES: |
Sat, 29 June 2024
Rusty Komori was the varsity boys’ tennis coach at the Punahou School in Honolulu from 1994 until 2015. During his tenure, the school won the state championship each and every year. That’s a record unmatched by any other coach in any other sport.
But Rusty is not just excellent at taking a diverse group of teenagers and turning them into champions — he masterfully coaches employers on how to adapt his methods for the workplace, transforming typical office environments into ones that enjoy a culture of consistent success. Rusty is the author of the recently published book Superior: Creating A Superior Culture Of Excellence. As he details in this week’s episode, the core of success — in sports or business — starts at the top. If a dictatorial boss heads an organization, it won’t achieve the same success as if a leader guides it. “Love” may be the lowest score in tennis, but it’s absolutely what you need to convey to be at the top of your game in business. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Rusty Komori RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 23 June 2024
Business and brand websites have existed for almost three decades. Yet most companies still don’t know how to design them so that their messaging aligns with and supports their advertising, social media, and point-of-sale communication. Moreover, most present-day websites fail to incorporate language that appeals to each of the four major personality types, relying on so-called persuasion architecture.
Vi Wickam, an exceptional digital and ad strategist, optimizes websites to deliver more leads, sales, and happier customers. A veteran Wizard of Ads partner, Vi not only helps his own clients but also teams with expert marketers worldwide to ensure their clients' websites perform like virtuoso violinists, delivering exceptional and harmonious results. Even then, Vi notes, there is no resting on your laurels: No website is ever complete. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Vi Wickam, Wizard of Ads Online RELATED EPISODES:
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Sat, 15 June 2024
In his award-winning 2021 book about the aftermath of the terror attacks on the World Trade Center, September Twelfth, Monday Morning Radio co-host Dean Rotbart described Gwendolyn “Wendy” Bounds, an eyewitness and award-winning journalist. She was, he wrote, telegenically attractive, with big chocolate-brown eyes, a sparkly broad smile, and shoulder-length buttery blond hair blended with honey highlights.
That was then. Today, as evidenced by the cover photo on her new book — Not Too Late: The Power of Pushing Limits at Any Age — Wendy is often covered in mud and sweat, ripped, displaying muscular arms, strong and toned legs, and broad and well-developed shoulders. Wendy spent nearly 20 years with The Wall Street Journal, including anchoring the daily, live 25-minute noon news/lifestyle show Lunch Break. Subsequently she became vice president and chief content officer at Consumer Reports and currently heads U.S. media partnerships and business development at SmartNews. Wendy has transformed herself from a desk jockey into a competitive Spartan racer, running through mud pits, crawling under barbed wire, swinging across monkey bars, and hoisting sandbags as she navigates obstacle courses. Age, she assures Dean and his co-host, Maxwell Rotbart, “can be a secret weapon.” [Not Too Late: The Power of Pushing Limits at Any Age will officially be published on June 18, 2024. It is available for pre-order here.] Photo: Wendy Bounds, Not Too Late |
Sun, 9 June 2024
Pop quiz, hotshot. Hackers have frozen you out of your own databases. They tell you that if you want back in, you have to pay them a ransom in the next 24 hours. Oh, and if you don’t want them to sell your clients’ data on the black market, that’s another hefty fee, too. What do you do? WHAT DO YOU DO?
That’s the question that keeps Terry Ziemniak, TechCXO’s fractional chief information security offer, working around the clock, advising businesses on how to build systems and protocols to protect their data, and to prepare a plan in case the barbarians breach the castle gates. What steps can you take to begin building a moat around your databases? Terry has more than 25 years of experience in the information security field. This week he reveals the deeply guarded secrets to effective cybersecurity. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Terry Ziemniak, TechCXO |
Sun, 2 June 2024
When business owners and entrepreneurs struggle to resolve an intractable problem, they often blame everyone and everything but the true culprit. Themselves.
Often, what they should be thinking, says Steve McCready — who spent more than 15 years as a psychotherapist before becoming a business coach — is, “It’s not you, it’s me.” Steve is a “magic eraser” for the root causes of many business problems, including owner self-doubt, lack of focus, and feeling overwhelmed. You don’t have to lie on the couch while listening to this week’s podcast, Steve assures listeners, but you will want to be comfortable and create a psychologically safe space. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Steve McCready RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 26 May 2024
When it comes to talented business people, there is a hierarchy of ability: skilled, expert, masterful, and brilliant. Brilliant is the realm where Simon T. Bailey operates and teaches others how to elevate their performance from proficient to awesome.
A former Disney sales executive, Simon has written multiple books on the topic and has been invited to be a keynote speaker at more than 2,400 events over the past two decades. He has been recognized among Success magazine’s Top 25 alongside Brené Brown, Tony Robbins, Tom Brady, and Oprah Winfrey. Simon’s latest book is Resilience@Work: How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future, a business parable that illuminates how anyone can become not just resilient, but brilliantly resilient. “Resilience is a superpower that reduces stress, boosts psychological capital, and paves the way for greater productivity,” Simon writes. Listen and Profit™ now as Simon discusses the importance of resilience, patience, proper mentorship, and even the role of theology in business success. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Simon T. Bailey, Simon T. Bailey International
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Sun, 19 May 2024
Michelle D. Gladieux will celebrate 20 years of running her company, Gladieux Consulting, this year. Michelle and her colleagues have advised hundreds of companies, including Best Buy, General Dynamics, Lincoln Financial, and Medtronic, on ways their executives and employees can communicate more effectively to improve their performance and satisfaction.
Michelle is one of 21 previous Monday Morning Radio guests showcased in All You Can Eat Business Wisdom, the new anthology authored by deputy reporter and co-host Maxwell Rotbart. This week, on Michelle’s second podcast appearance, she delves deeper into the correlation between effective communications, career advancement, and life satisfaction. What you say, how you say it, and — importantly — how you listen really do matter. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Michelle D. Gladieux, Gladieux Consulting MONDAY MORNING RADIO BOOKSHELF:
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Sat, 11 May 2024
Bryan Clayton, CEO and co-founder of Your Green Pal, uses a proprietary app to match homeowners who need lawn care with small businesses - many of them solo operators - that provide those services.
His numbers are impressive: more than 55,000 entrepreneurs serving over half a million customers. Bryan began mowing lawns in high school and essentially never quit. Today, he runs a $30 million company that stands out in the so-called “two-sided marketplace,” which brings buyers and sellers together. Bryan says there are opportunities aplenty for other entrepreneurs like him — in service-sector companies — to leverage technology to create a beautifully manicured business empire. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Bryan Clayton, Your Green Pal |
Sat, 4 May 2024
Forbes magazine describes Sol Rashidi as one of the nine brightest minds when it comes to Artificial Intelligence. She was part of the first generation of leaders who helped IBM launch Watson, the powerful machine-learning suite of AI services, applications, and tools.
In addition to IBM, Sol has worked for EY, Sony Music, Merck, and Estee Lauder. Sol is the author of the new book Your AI Survival Guide: Scraped Knees, Bruised Elbows, and Lessons Learned from Real-World AI Deployments, which distills her expertise and decades of experience into a must-read guide for non-technical business leaders. The AI universe is not just here now; the volume, variety, and velocity of information being generated is growing exponentially. This week, Sol shares her do’s and don’ts for businesses hoping to harness the potential of artificial intelligence while trying to avoid being crushed by the AI juggernaut. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Sol Rashidi, Your AI Survival Guide RELATED EPISODES: |
Sat, 27 April 2024
Over the course of his career, including stints at PayPal, Cisco, and Nike, Sean Lemson has encountered all varieties of leaders — good, bad, and toxic. Toxic leaders are a special breed of “bad,” capable, often without even realizing it, of chasing off the best employees and slowly killing their companies.
Sean is the founder of Motivated Outcomes, which coaches corporate leaders on rooting toxic traits out of their company culture and training destructive leaders to stop hurting their subordinates and start inspiring them instead. His new book is One Drop of Poison: How One Bad Leader Can Slowly Kill Your Company. Listen now as Sean calls out some of the most common toxic leadership archetypes, reveals how to spot them, and offers practical methods to immunize any business against their poisonous effects. Photo: Sean Lemson, Motivated Outcomes NOW AVAILABLE: Purchase the new Monday Morning Radio anthology, All You Can Eat Business Wisdom, featuring 105 actionable insights and in-depth advice from 21 of this podcast's previous guests. Only $19.95 in digital format from http://tinyurl.com/AYCEBW-ISSUU CHAPTERS INCLUDE: Ken Blanchard: Simple Truths But Profound Leadership Tools All You Can Eat Business Wisdom is a rich buffet of practical advice. Readers will want to fill their plates and return for seconds. About the Author: Maxwell Rotbart is Monday Morning Radio’s co-host and associate producer. |
Sat, 20 April 2024
On May 7th and 8th, experts from government, industry, small business, and academia will come together in Washington, D.C., for the 2024 Humans to Mars Summit focused on sending humans to Mars. The event, the largest such gathering on earth, is being organized by Chris Carberry, the CEO and Co-Founder of Explore Mars Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to fostering a permanent human presence on the Red Planet no later than 2033.
Once the province of science fiction, Chris says a Martian colony is inevitable, and there are ample opportunities right now for entrepreneurs and independent businesses to climb aboard. Chris is the author of The Music of Space: Scoring the Cosmos in Film and Television and Alcohol in Space: Past, Present and Future. Before joining Explore Mars, he served as Executive Director of The Mars Society. The countdown to an out-of-this-world adventure has begun. Listen now for your ticket to ride. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Chris Carberry, Explore Mars, Inc. RELATED EPISODES |
Mon, 15 April 2024
Scott Mautz is a former senior executive with Procter & Gamble, whose free leadership classes on LinkedIn have attracted more than two million registrants. Scott, who ran four of P&G’s multi-billion dollar businesses, knows what it takes to be an effective leader. That’s why he advises all owners and entrepreneurs to work out daily.
But Scott doesn’t mean bench pressing or squats. He’s a champion of rigorous mental workouts designed to build fortitude, confidence, boldness, and decision-making muscles. Scott’s new book, due in May, is The Mentally Strong Leader: Build the Habits to Productively Regulate Your Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. In the book, Scott offers a 50-question mental strength self-assessment as well as the methods to create a personalized mental strength-training program relying on habit-building science. When readers get mentally fit, Scott assures, they will find greater achievement and successfully overcome more challenges, both professionally and personally. Inc. magazine named Scott a “Top 50 Leadership Innovator.” To learn more about his international training and speaking offerings, click here. To download a free 60-page companion workbook that includes Scott’s 50-question mental strength self-assessment, click here. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Scott Mautz, scottmautz.com SCOTT MAUTZ’S PREVIOUS MONDAY MORNING RADIO APPEARANCES: |
Sun, 7 April 2024
Whether you are a solo entrepreneur, a small business owner, or the head of a FORTUNE 500 company, innovation is within your grasp — if you understand what it is and isn’t. This week’s guest, Steve Wunker, managing director of New Markets Advisors, is widely acknowledged as one of the country’s foremost masters of innovation. He pioneered the mobile marketing and commerce industries, and is responsible for one of the world’s first smartphones.
In his latest book, The Innovative Leader: Step-by-Step Lessons From Top Investors For You and Your Organization, Steve shares the ABCs of innovative leadership: Aspire, Build, and Cultivate. He also debunks three of the most common myths about innovation:
Not only can every company, big and small, innovate, but Steve warns they had better trailblaze, or they’re sure to be left in the dust of others. Where to begin and who should lead the effort are insights Steve shares on this week's podcast. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Steve Wunker, New Markets Advisors RELATED EPISODES |
Sun, 31 March 2024
Does your business have a mascot, a team jersey, and team-related merchandise for sale? Probably not. Fredrick “Freddy D” Dudek has spent more than three decades studying how companies can turn their employees, customers, and business affiliates into the kind of raging fans that sports teams enjoy.
Like a sports franchise, Freddy D discovered that the secret to creating business super fans begins by fostering an internal culture dedicated to winning. For businesses, that means making superior customer service the desired home run of every "at bat" with customers and prospects. While the analogy to sports fanatics is perfectly valid, Freddy D assures us that it’s unnecessary to dress up your CEO as an animal, historical figure, or other costumed mascot with an oversized head and goofy feet. Hearing what he has to say and reading his book will suffice. [Visit Freddy D’s website here and be sure to catch his Business Superfans Podcast here.] Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Frederick “Freddy D” Dudek, Business $uperfans SPECIAL NOTE: Founding host Dean Rotbart’s most recent book, Dedication and Service: 50 Years on Call with the Volunteers of Colorado’s Genesee Fire Rescue has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal from the national Nonfiction Authors Association. It is Dean’s second Gold recognition.
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Sun, 24 March 2024
This week’s guest, David Page, is a well-known expert on American cuisine, culture, and entrepreneurship.
The two-time Emmy-award winner and veteran broadcast journalist is best known for creating the Food Network hit Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and serving as its executive producer for eleven seasons. David, president and executive producer of Page Productions, understands why some restaurants succeed while many don’t. Every owner, executive, and entrepreneur, regardless of their business sector, will take away actionable intelligence from David’s insights. If you’ve ever dreamed of opening your own restaurant, it’s absolutely essential to hear the cautions that David offers. For foodies in the audience, David shares some of his favorite foods and restaurants, and the one dish he has a strong aversion to. David is the author of Food Americana: The Remarkable People and Incredible Stories Behind America’s Favorite Dishes. The book is a literary feast of fascinating characters, food culture, pop culture, and nostalgia. And stay tuned for David’s new podcast, Culinary Characters Unlocked, which is scheduled to debut in early May and feature inside stories of the food world from its most fascinating people. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: David Page, Page Productions SPECIAL NOTE: Founding host Dean Rotbart’s most recent book, Dedication and Service: 50 Years on Call with the Volunteers of Colorado’s Genesee Fire Rescue has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal from the national Nonfiction Authors Association. It is Dean’s second Gold recognition.
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Sun, 17 March 2024
As a physician, Hanah Polotsky is an expert in treating diabetes, thyroid disorders, and serious hormonal abnormalities.
As a leadership expert, Dr. Polotsky excels at showing executives — both in and outside the medical field — how best to run teams and apply the tenets of lean management to their organizations. A native of Belarus who fled to the United States at 17 to escape rampant anti-Semitism, Dr. Polotsky earned her Master of Business Operational Excellence at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business. She is the lead author of Physician Leader: How Exam Room Experience Drives Leadership Excellence. Often, whether in hospitals or the profit-driven marketplace, administrators are unprepared for the leadership roles that become their responsibility. This week, Dr. Polotsky shares her prescription for curing the most common supervisory ailments. Listen now, and you’ll start to feel better immediately. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Dr. Hanah Polotsky, Physician Leader RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 10 March 2024
When it comes to running a competitive company, Bob Moog doesn’t play games. Well, actually, he does. Daily. Bob is co-founder and president of University Games, the largest independent game company in the world.
For almost four decades, Bob has gone up against the biggest players — including Hasbro and Mattel — and found a way to beat them at their own game. Pun intended. In fact, University Games distributes more products in more outlets and more markets than any other company focused on board games. The company now has six divisions: University Games (board games), Great Explorations (science and learning/glow-in-the-dark products), BePuzzled (puzzles and brainteasers), Briarpatch (preschool games and puzzles), U-Create (crafts and activities), and Front Porch Classics (classic games, built to last a lifetime). University Games’ philosophy has always been to offer games that encourage social interaction and imagination through gameplay, with learning sprinkled in to spice it up. Bob’s story will inspire anyone who competes against entrenched giants. He’ll also share the management philosophy that has proven a game winner for just shy of four decades. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Bob Moog, University Games RELATED EPISODES |
Sun, 3 March 2024
He’d be the oldest man ever to run for president, even as calls grow louder and louder for him to step aside. Joe Biden? No, William Henry Harrison, the successful 67-year-old Whig Party candidate back in 1840.
Tying yesteryear to current events is Ron Shafer’s specialty. His contributions to The Washington Post’s Retropolis history column form the basis of two of his engaging books, Breaking News All Over Again and the forthcoming A Half-Naked George Washington. Now retired, Ron spent nearly 40 years with The Wall Street Journal as a reporter, columnist, and political features editor, based out of Washington, DC. On this week’s program, he makes clear that business owners and entrepreneurs can glean a lot of helpful information about where we’re headed if they only take the time to review where we’ve been. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Ron Shafer, Author RELATED EPISODES |
Sun, 25 February 2024
Most people fail to say their own name correctly. Odd as that may sound, Laura Sicola explains her assertion in a YouTube video that is approaching 7 million views.
Dr. Sicola earned her PhD from the University of Pennsylvania in educational linguistics and taught there from 2001-2013. She has more than two decades of experience teaching good vocal habits to executives at companies including Comcast, IBM, and Vanguard. She is the author of Speaking to Influence: Mastering Your Leadership Voice. As Dr. Sicola explains on this week’s episode, how leaders introduce themselves, whether from a speaker’s podium or meeting someone for the first time one-on-one, will help determine how effectively they convey the messages that follow. How well do you articulate your name? Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Dr. Laura Sicola RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 18 February 2024
Each year, roughly 700,000 American businesses or individuals submit a trademark application. That may sound like a considerable number, but Andrei Mincov — a superstar trademark lawyer based in Dubai, says it's far less than it should be.
Before starting The Trademark Factory, his global consultancy that provides start-to-finish trademark registration services, Andrei worked for Baker & McKenzie, one of the world's largest international law firms. His clients there included Apple, Microsoft, Sun, and Dell, which turned to Andrei to help them avoid the pitfalls of filing and defending their marks. Andrei’s client base now includes many small and mid-size companies that frequently do not file formal trademarks or fail to file them for all their brands. That, as he explains, is a significant and potentially very costly oversight. Learning about trademarks is not only valuable for every business executive and entrepreneur, but it’s also fascinating to discover the most common trademark landmines and how to avoid them. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Andrei Mincov, The Trademark Factory |
Sun, 11 February 2024
This week, enter the inner sanctums of Microsoft Corp.’s executive suite and discover the tech wizards and vipers who worked there. \ Our guest is Jane Boulware, author of Worthy: From Cornfield to Corner Office of Microsoft. Over the course of her career, Jane launched three billion dollar businesses, was VP of the largest merger in U.S. history, and became one of the ten highest-ranking women at Microsoft by the time she turned 40. On her climb up the corporate ladder, Jane was hit on, spit on, and actually shot at. Listen closely as Jane — who grew up poor in rural Iowa and is donating 100% of her proceeds from sales of Worthy to Boys & Girls Clubs — shares practical insights that every owner and entrepreneur can utilize — good and bad — from her experience. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Jane Boulware, Worthy: From Cornfield to Corner Office of Microsoft |
Sat, 3 February 2024
From her base in far-off Christchurch, New Zealand, Rebecca Davison — who spent 13 years in banking, five as a financial advisor to multimillionaires — has built a global, cult-like following among female entrepreneurs, including top business leaders.
Rebecca, founder of The Intuitive Life Academy, has the knowledge to advise her followers on ways to earn more money and leverage their investments.
But that’s not her proprietary system.
Instead, Rebecca — a self-described empath — teaches clients how to experience spiritual and monetary abundance through the development of their intuition and ability to communicate with the universe. Whether or not you buy the notion of metaphysical pathways to success, there is no denying that Rebecca’s methods are delivering results for a large and growing audience.
Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart.
Photo: Rebecca Davison, The Intuitive Life Academy Posted: February 5, 2024 Monday Morning Run Time: 55:43 |
Sun, 28 January 2024
Phebe Trotman knows the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat in both the sports and business arenas. A former MVP Canadian college soccer star and member of the championship Vancouver Whitecaps professional soccer club, Phebe has had plenty of bad days and opportunities to bow out. She’s never taken them.
Phebe is the author of Never Quit on a Bad Day, a compendium of inspiring stories of resilience relayed by Phebe and a dozen contributors, including business leaders, entrepreneurs, couples, and athletes. Phebe retired her cleats and now coaches business clients in British Columbia on the importance of resilience, having a positive attitude, and leading a competitive team. This is one episode of Monday Morning Radio you want to listen to now and download to revisit when you’re having a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. After all, you can’t score goals if you aren’t on the field. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Phebe Trotman, Never Quit on a Bad Day RELATED EPISODES: |
Sun, 21 January 2024
Leading business schools and best-selling leadership authors seldom compare the skills required of for-profit CEOs and non-profit fire chiefs. Yet, the two professions share a lot in common. Indeed, battling blazes is excellent preparation for dousing the many firestorms business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs face.
This week’s guest, Clive Savacool, devoted 25 years as a Northern California firefighter before retiring his chief’s helmet and stepping into the boots of a full-time startup CEO. Clive is the founder and CEO of LogRX, which created and sells an advanced mobile app designed to help firefighters, paramedics, law enforcement personnel, and others who administer and are legally bound to keep track of controlled substances in their work. As a firefighter, Clive fought numerous structure fires and one of the largest wildfires in California history. As a startup CEO, he faced the challenge of bootstrapping a company with an untested app and zero outside investment. Both entailed risk and required courage. How does a fire chief's experience in life-or-death decisions benefit a CEO facing a corporate crisis? In this episode, Clive shares his unique perspective and strategies for staying cool-headed under extreme stress. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Dean’s book, Dedication and Service, showcasing the Genesee, Colorado, fire department, can be purchased in a digital version here or paperback from Amazon.
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Sun, 14 January 2024
After 16 years as a wedding photographer, Ryan Erickson concluded he was barking up the wrong tree. He was making decent money but didn’t have a passion for his work.
It was risky, but Ryan decided to try his hand at fine art photography, and he’s been so successful early on that he’s thinking of expanding his fledgling enterprise nationwide. Ryan’s discerning clients are willing to pay up for his portraits that accentuate the eyes and subtleties of his subjects’ faces. Rather than ask his subjects to come to him, Ryan brings his workspace and state-of-the-art equipment to them in a mobile studio. But that’s not the most unique aspect of Ryan’s enterprise. That would be the free belly rubs he happily gives to each of the retrievers, shepherds, bulldogs, beagles, and other canines who pose for him and his Fetch Photo Truck. “It’s so much easier and enjoyable working with dogs,” Ryan confesses. To which every active wedding photographer in the world responds, “Amen.” Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Ryan Erickson, Fetch Photo Truck To show your appreciation for Monday Morning Radio and keep it commercial-free, we encourage you to contribute using this link. Donations of all sizes are welcome. POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 7 January 2024
Can you imagine what it would have been like to have an exclusive four-hour audience with the late Charlie Munger? The billionaire businessman, who died in late November at age 99, never got as much press as his close friend and partner Warren Buffett. But many people credited Munger with helping secure Berkshire Hathaway’s decades-long stellar investment performance.
Just weeks before Munger passed, The Wall Street Journal veteran reporter Gregory Zuckerman visited Munger in the investor’s Los Angeles home and came away with some unique and actionable insights. This week, award-winning author and Monday Morning Radio founder Dean Rotbart interviews the last journalist to interview Munger. That makes everyone who listens to this week’s episode only three degrees of separation from Munger and four degrees from Buffett. It’s always nice to know people who know people. And, importantly, to learn what they know. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son team of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Greg Zuckerman, The Wall Street Journal |
Sun, 31 December 2023
A New Year’s Quiz: What do the following have in common: Leadership, Economics, Side Hustles, Online Retailing, Business Exit Strategies, Military Contracts, Bras, Walt Disney, Firefighters, and Worms? Answer: Each was featured on one of Monday Morning Radio’s ten most popular 2023 episodes. This week, the podcast revisits the highlights of the year past and shares an audio preview of our first Monday Morning Radio book, All You Can Eat Business Wisdom — an anthology featuring 25 of our most savvy guests over the years. The book isn’t due until late March or early April, but listeners can begin profiting from its wisdom to help kick off a prosperous New Year. 2023 Episodes Highlighted In This Week’s Year-in-Review Cathy Nesbitt — January 2nd Ed O’Malley and Julia Fabris McBride — January 30th Eric Johnson — March 18th Nick Loper — May 21st Mac Lackey — July 2nd Ricky Howard — July 16th Genesee Fire Rescue — September 2nd The Walt Disney Company — October 16th Carina Ramirez Cahan — October 22nd Matthew Stafford — November 27th
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Sun, 24 December 2023
A Christmas Day Miracle, by Dean and Talya Rotbart, is adapted from their 2020 biography of Margaret and Riyaz Adat, titled Improbable Lives: A Scot, A Tanzanian, and Their Canadian Love Story. A true-life, inspirational adult yuletide tale, A Christmas Day Miracle offers a universal message — regardless of readers' religious beliefs — about the wonder and power of life’s unexpected blessings.
Since the book was first published two years ago, it has become a perennial holiday favorite. We hope you enjoy it. |
Sun, 17 December 2023
Chris McShanag has enjoyed a long and productive career in the healthcare field, working alongside two physician entrepreneurs to build a thriving business providing off-site virtual assistants to doctors, dentists, and even veterinarians.
Their company, MedVA, founded in 2020, provides medical and dental virtual assistants and has done an admirable job of helping their clients improve quality of care while simultaneously boosting the bottom line of their practices. In fact, MedVA has proven such a success with clients that Chris and his partners figured their methods could work for any company across a broad spectrum of small businesses. So a year ago, they launched BizVA, delivering virtual assistants capabilities to the entire business community, both domestically and internationally. BizVA’s pledge is that it will help companies get more done at a fraction of the cost. This week, Chris, president and CEO of both MedVA and BizVA, shares his insights about the many advantages of relying on virtual assistants, and the logistics of successfully transferring the knowledge gleaned in one business niche to another. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son team of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Chris McShanag, BizVA and MedVA To show your appreciation for Monday Morning Radio and keep it commercial-free, we encourage you to contribute using this link. Donations of all sizes are welcome. |
Sat, 9 December 2023
Many innovative business concepts fall through because the cost and logistics of pulling them off just wouldn’t work. Uzair Ahmed, a Canadian chemical engineer, recognized all the missed opportunities and figured he could design technology and automation to make unworkable business models workable.
Uzair, founder of Cottonwood Automation, tested his high-tech, low-overhead system by launching a service that sends car mechanics to the homes or offices of customers. Guess what? It succeeded wildly. While Cottonwood Automation generally focuses on making home service businesses easier to operate, Uzair believes that his method — which brings together automation, AI, global talent, and other digital technologies, can help businesses in almost every industry cut their costs by up to 60%. Best of all, perhaps, it allows owners and CEOs to do more while working less. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son team of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Uzair Ahmed, Cottonwood Automation To show your appreciation for Monday Morning Radio and keep it commercial-free, we encourage you to contribute using this link. Donations of all sizes are welcome. |
Sun, 3 December 2023
If you truly could experience your website or bricks-and-mortar store through the eyes of your customers and prospects, you could do a great deal to increase sales and customer satisfaction.
Satyam Kantamneni is the founder of UXReactor, a company whose entire focus is on user experience, referred to as UX. His mission: to design or transform businesses to prioritize — above all other considerations — how customers interact with them. With more than 60 employees spread across three continents, Satyam has enabled his clients to generate hundreds of millions of dollars in bonus income thanks to user-centric innovation. As he explains, the most powerful differentiator in today’s highly competitive business world is the customer’s experience. Master it and you win. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son team of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. [Purchase your copy of Satyam’s book, User Experience Design: A Practical Playbook to Fuel Business Growth, here.] Photo: Satyam Kantamneni, UXReactor |
Sun, 26 November 2023
Every day, 3,000 eager entrepreneurs jump into the online sales arena. Ninety percent of them will never make a single sale. Matthew Stafford, co-founder and CEO of Build•Grow•Scale, knows what goes wrong and how to fix it. He and his team use sophisticated analytics to help business owners and entrepreneurs achieve online sales success.
Matthew’s passion lies in empowering others to achieve their goals - whether scaling an existing business or starting from scratch with a new venture altogether. Build•Grow•Scale’s proprietary formula for increasing internet-based sales has nothing to do with driving more traffic to your website or Shopify store. His approach succeeds by getting those prospects who are already visiting a website to click “buy” more often. In a wide-ranging interview, Matthew reveals the technical aspects of online sales but also his broader approach to helping online retailers succeed, how Build•Grow•Scale has successfully adapted to evolving technologies, and his strategies for hiring solid employees and managing a successful consulting firm. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son team of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. To show your appreciation for Monday Morning Radio and keep it commercial-free, we encourage you to contribute using this link or scan the QR code below. Donations of all sizes are welcome. Photo: Matthew Stafford, Build•Grow•Scale POPULAR EPISODES: |
Sun, 19 November 2023
Bronson Hill took it to heart when Warren Buffet warned investors that they will work the rest of their lives if they don’t find a way to make money while they sleep. Bronson became a zealous student of passive investing and, in 2018, with zero prior experience, raised a comparatively tiny $200,000 to form his first real estate syndicate.
Today, Bronson, founder and CEO of Bronson Equity, is a general partner in more than $200 million worth of real estate. He is also the author of the recently released book, Fire Yourself: Replace Your Working Income with Passive Income in 3 Years or Less. This week, Bronson reveals his successful passive investing strategies and his approach to raising tens of millions of dollars through syndications. Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son team of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. To show your appreciation for Monday Morning Radio and keep it commercial-free, we encourage you to contribute using this link. Donations of all sizes are welcome. Photo: Bronson Hill, Bronson Equity |
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