Cynthia & I interview Renée Michaud, a money and abundance coach from Vancouver, British Columbia. Renée specializes in helping people mend their complicated relationships with money to achieve greater success and happiness. The discussion covers several key points: Fear and Money: Renée explains how fear impacts our cognitive abilities and leads t…

Cynthia & I sit down with Nils Welham, an business coach and founder of The Uncaged Existence. Nils shares his journey from a corporate career to coaching, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, vision, and systems in achieving business success and personal fulfillment. What You'll Learn: Introduction to Nils Welham: Nils' diverse background, …

Cynthia & I sit down with Allyne Agrest, the founder of Amazing Estate Sales in Vernon Hills, Illinois. Starting during the COVID-19 pandemic to becoming a successful estate sales entrepreneur, Allyne shares her journey of building a thriving business that works for buyers, sellers, and herself. Discover her unique approach to estate sales, includi…

Cynthia & I interview Chandra Spary-Kontinos, the founder of Card Systems. She has over 30 years of experience in the merchant service industry. Her extensive background includes involvement in the RSPA, ETA and Dress for Success for southwest Florida. Main Discussion Points: Evolution of Payment Systems: Transition from manual card imprints to dig…

Cynthia & I interview Yami Hu, the founder of Three Legged Coffee Brewing, a craft brewery specializing in all-natural, zero-calorie cold brew coffees. Yami shares her journey from a corporate American to entrepreneurship, sparked by her desire for a more fulfilling professional life. She discusses the challenges and successes she faced while start…

Cynthia & I interview Michelle McCorry, MS CMR, a pioneer in health sharing plans offers a new perspective on healthcare solutions in America. As we dive into the limitations of traditional health insurance, Michelle illustrates how alternative models can provide effective, affordable care. With the U.S. health system facing critical scrutiny—ranki…

Cynthia & I talk to George Schwabe and Paul Katz, two renowned figures known for their innovative approaches to financial security and risk management. George and Paul share their expertise on evaluating estates and explore a variety of financial instruments beyond life insurance, such as annuities, and why they might be a better fit—or not—for you…

I interview Carlos Pelaez, a commercial real estate agent working at Baron Commercial Real Estate in Stuart, Florida. Carlos shares his story of his family emigrating from Cuba after Castro nationalized their land, and they had to start over in the US. After working as a prosecutor in Orlando, Carlos wanted to change careers to earn more money afte…

In this episode, Mark & Cynthia welcome Barb Noote, the managing broker from Noote Partners, who began her remarkable career at just 18 – a move so unprecedented that it influenced Illinois state licensing laws. Barb shares her journey, including how she built a successful team in an industry where income is often solely commission-based, and the n…

Cynthia & I discuss how and why to set goals, even if you are self-employed and do not need to answer to investors or a sales manager. And we end the year on a fun note citing our favorite sitcom character's side hustles. Especially, Cosmo Kramer of Kramerica Industries.Mark Mondo

Cynthia & I interview Amanda Blair MacDonald to learn how she went from performing in New York to teaching among several local universities including DePaul (What about Loyola, Amanda? 😉 ) . She helps performers through mind and body balance using The Alexander Technique & Movement Pattern Analysis with Amanda Blair MacDonald and Laban methodologie…

Cynthia Zimmerman & I interview The Campos Collective, a trio of innovative musicians who share their journey on how they adapted to the marketplace as performers. They’re a group of Chicago-native musicians and close friends who are passionate about creating their interpretation of well-known music through film, theatrical enactment, and design. T…

Cynthia & I interview Bob Lambert, the regional director of G7, a faith-based networking group. Instead of taking the standard approach we experience in networking groups like BNI, Le Tip or a chamber of commerce, G7 explicitly employs faith to help people fiscally and spiritually. With Cynthia's upbringing in the Methodist missionary community and…

Mark and Cynthia interview professional Chicago musician, Luis Antonio Galvez-Alcantara, who shared his impressive journey of becoming a successful musical entrepreneur. He’s a native of Lima, Peru, and a sought-after singer described as ‘…the golden tenor’ by Hedy Weiss of the Chicago Sun Times, and ‘…a gorgeous operatic tenor voice’ by the Third …

Join Mark & Cynthia as we dive into the world of e-mail marketing with Vivek Gargav, the Marketing Director at Caldere Associates hailing from Reading, United Kingdom. Vivek is a seasoned professional with a passion for CRM software development and digital marketing. With over 20 years of experience in the CRM industry, he has showcased his experti…

I delve into the complex world of commercial credit, joined by expert Matthew Bruggeman. We navigate through the intricate landscape of credit philosophy, mechanics, and the elusive promised land of financial stability for small business owners. Philosophy: Our discussion kicks off by unraveling the stark contrast between business and personal cred…

In this episode, we redefine competitors as potential collaborators. Discover insightful discussions with CRM industry experts Steve Stroz and Alan Lee. Steve Stroz is a CRM expert with over two decades of experience, chosen as a speaker by top companies and known for founding industry events. Alan Lee, founder of E TECH SYSTEMS, is your guide to u…

Mark and Cynthia dive into the world of real estate with their guest, Lucas Herren. Lucas, a dual-licensed real estate professional affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty in Illinois and Indiana earned a reputation as a top-tier expert in the field by closing $2 million in sales in his very first year, Lucas's success is underpinned by his unwaveri…

Mark and Cynthia delve deep into the world of cybersecurity with Thomas Gottfried, the owner of Thomas Guard based in Libertyville, Illinois. With 25 years of experience spanning manufacturing, supply chain management, and information technology, Thomas focuses on businesses with under 10 PCs, helping them through all their I.T. requirements. Join …

We dive deep into the remarkable life and inspirational journey of Annie Mendez-McDaniel. A certified Life, Law of Attraction, and Transformation Coach, Annie is also the author of "Simply Unapologetic," a memoir that chronicles her extraordinary path to resilience and personal growth. She takes us through the challenges of surviving abusive marria…

Join us as we welcome Michelle Scott, a seasoned CRM consultant with over two decades of experience. Michelle's journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of community support, all while setting strong work boundaries and prioritizing mental health. Michelle Scott's career took an unconventional turn when she transitioned fr…

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In this episode, Mark and Cynthia Zimmerman engage in a thought-provoking discussion with the renowned Social Impact Entrepreneur, Michael Woyan of Marketsling Innovation Labs. Michael, a true master collaborator and innovation architect, brings over three decades of experience to the table. Join us as he shares insights from his extensive backgrou…

Mark and Cynthia Zimmerman dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence. In this engaging podcast, Mark and his AI guide, Vivek Gargav, explore the incredible potential of ChatGPT. Together, they reveal how to harness ChatGPT's power to construct an ideal client profile and why this is pivotal in today's business landscape. Discover how Chat…

In this episode, we sit down with Cindy Chang, a Korean immigrant who's not only a talented actress but also an independent distributor of skin care products. Cynthia & I uncover the remarkable story of how Cindy built her career outside the confines of conventional networks and expectations. Cindy's journey is a testament to the power of faith, pe…

We dive into the cutting-edge strategies transforming the business landscape. In this episode, host Mark Mondo takes on the role of the inquisitive luddite, exploring the realms of Voice Marketing, AI-powered content creation, and their profound impact on businesses. 🎙️ Join us for captivating conversations with our expert guests: Susan & Scot West…

Cynthia & I interview the multi-talented Tina Pappademos, a freelance singer, piano teacher, and certified yoga instructor. Tina's journey from teaching music in public schools to embracing a thriving career in both singing and teaching has been nothing short of remarkable. Having graced the stage of prestigious venues, including the renowned Chica…

Join hosts Mark Mondo and Cynthia Zimmerman as they sit down with special guest Matt Mondo on his journey from frustration to freedom in the world of commercial real estate. In this episode, Matt shares his experiences of moving from Chicago to the Treasure Coast of Florida, starting with zero clients and relentless drive for change. Discover how M…

In the podcast "From Donuts to Deals," hosts Mark and Cynthia invite listeners to embark on an extraordinary journey with Conor Mackin, a commercial real estate agent residing in Florida's Treasure Coast. Conor's story of triumph begins with his humble origins, working at a Dunkin Donuts store and traversing the streets on a bicycle, before eventua…

We interview Maureen Twohey an owner of 9Round Fitness in Wheeling Illinois, about what it takes to become a franchise owner to gain both financial and personal fulfillment. She shares her story about how she got through the pandemic, and how business owners need a support system (and, yes, even the government helped) to be successful.…

Cynthia Zimmerman and I discuss how to find cheap and free software for website hosting, video editing, CRM, e-mail marketing, accounting, image editing, audio editing, video conferencing and collaboration tools. Then we put it all together with #chatgpt to help you create marketing content and run a professional services business on a shoestring b…

Michael Woyan lays out the facts and stats to make a profitable business that has social impact where all stakeholders (customers, vendors, employees and the community) thrive, rather than just the shareholders (aka the investor class).Mark Mondo

Vivek Gargav of Caldere Associates shows us how to start using AI to create consistent marketing on a limited budget. As a software developer with no previous marketing experience, he shares his excitement on its potential and demonstrates real-life return on investment in months, not years.Mark Mondo

In our inaugural episode, we explore whether a business can do the right thing for all stakeholders and still profit. It's easy to remain cynical, but I interview Cynthia Zimmerman and Michael Woyan who bring real world experience to build the case for non-profit agencies and real estate development.…