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This week, we hear how Catherine Bosley took back her life after becoming one of the first victims of cyberbullying, and how she turned pain into empowerment. The speaker, online advocate, and award-winning journalist was living her best life when a moment changed the course of her future. Join us to hear her message of warning and hope. Learn more about Catherine’s speaking topic and services at CatherineBosley.com, and find her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Browse Molly’s catalog of books and projects at apieceofmollysmind.com for Molly’s books Stop worrying if your company is vulnerable to lawsuits or liability and schedule a confidential, no-cost CM6 Vulnerability Check with Gertsburg Law Firm. Call 440-571-7774 or e-mail cz@gertsburglaw.com to schedule your CM6 Vulnerability Check today. Explore the full CoverMySix legal audit suite at covermysix.com. SHOW NOTES Molly health check; Welcome to the neighborhood, Sam and David; Alex is attacked; DI

Entrepreneur extraordinaire Brian Krusz of Sgt. Clean Car Wash joins Alex and Molly in the studio to talk about the creation and growth of his car wash empire, bringing military values to management, and how to change the culture of an organization and an industry. Plus, how 23rd Veteran is helping those that served our country and doing something about the tragedy of suicide. Visit sgtclean.com to find the Sgt. Clean location closest to you, or to contact Brian and his team. Get involved and support veterans by visiting 23rdveteran.org. Get Mortimer and Molly’s other books at apieceofmollysmind.com. Are your policies and documents protecting your business or getting you sued? Check 10 areas of your business for legal risks and get instant feedback from experienced attorneys right now by taking a short quiz at bit.ly/CM6quiz. SHOW NOTES How to be an “It Girl”; Drooling over the firemen; Favorite Emmy’s moments; Why Sapphire Creek is amazing; Scooter adventures; A review

Learn how to market your business as we travel coast to coast with Neil Markey of Markey Creative. Neil shares stories from his journey marketing brands like Miller and Mattel, and we find out what he’s doing here in Northeast Ohio. Business owners will learn about branding, advertising, and budgeting in this “brand”-new episode of BPE with Alex and Molly. Visit Neil and Markey Creative at markeycreative.com, on Facebook, and on instagram (markey creative). Learn more about Wild Grill Foods at wildgrillfoods.com. Purchase Little Pumpkin and Molly’s other books at Fireside books, at Chagrin Falls Popcorn Shop, or at apieceofmollysmind.com, where you can check out all the projects she’s got going on. Stop worrying if your company is vulnerable to lawsuits or liability and see if you qualify for a confidential, no-cost CM6 Vulnerability Check with Gertsburg Law Firm. Alex will walk you through the minefields in your documents and key processes and tell you how to fix them yourself. Call

This moment is the perfect moment… to bring back John Cunningham of Insight Meditation Cleveland. John and Alex explore the connection between mindfulness and pain, trauma, and attention, with a deep dive into workplace mindfulness and entrepreneurship. Be here now with us, and start getting more out of each moment. Visit the Insight Meditation Cleveland website at imcleveland.org or email John at info@imcleveland.org. Find out about Kinnect’s programs for children in the foster system at KINNECTohio.org. SHOW NOTES The role of mindfulness and meditation in dealing with pain Tara Brach's RAIN practice How mindfulness can help with ADD and OCD Dealing with “capital T” trauma Meditation at work; Starting and maintaining habits Cultivating mindfulness with meditation – training the mind and finding the time Workplace mindfulness - techniques and effects The connection between mindfulness and entrepreneurship – a question of compatibility How KINNECT is helping kids in foster

  What kind of support do family-run businesses and other private companies need to thrive? Find out from Jeanne Coughlin, Business Coach, Author, President of The Coughlin Group, and the busiest woman in town. Jeanne finds some time to sit down with Alex about working with families and their unique needs, how to change culture in an organization, and how a one-page plan can be the key to strategic growth. Get to know how this successful female entrepreneur is helping other entrepreneurs reach their potential. Visit the Coughlin Group online at www.cgroupinc.com, where you can also read their blog for information and insights from more than two decades of guiding leaders and building businesses. Connect directly with Jeanne on LinkedIn and follow her on Twitter @jeannecoughlin.Contact Jeanne for more information on her peer advisory groups: one for women business owners(at $1 mm or more in revenue) and the other for next generation in the family business. SHOW NOTES Introducing Jea

Get in on this BPE-love-fest with Alex, Molly, and Nelly as we reflect on the past 100 episodes and give listeners a peek behind the scenes of the show. Plus, Alex has a big announcement and we make some super shout outs to the Best.Podcast.Audience.Ever! Here are quick links to some of the episodes mentioned in this show: Ep 45 – Head of the Class – Reconnect with Bob Hunt and Nancy Santilli Bonus episode – 10-minute meditation with John Cunningham Ep 49 – Creating Experiences – The Return of Robb Sapp Ep 94 – Living Well in a Healthy Body part 2 – Dr. Dan Returns Ep 93 – Living Well in a Healthy Body – Meet Dr. Dan Ep 67 – Meet the Music Legends through Gene Shelton Ep 51 – Surviving and Thriving – Meet Jim Alunni Ep 12 – Meet Kimberly McCune Gibson Ep 84 – Bourbon, Bow Hunting, and Bling – Meet Chad Verhoff Ep 46 – Cooking up a Better Future – Meet Brandon Chrostowski Ep 57 – Taking Care of Businesses – Meet Diane Helbig Ep 15 – Meet Paul Marnecheck Ep 53 – Sister Act

Parents of children and teens: Uncover the dangers lurking in your kids’ phone screens & gaming consoles and then learn how to protect them with Jesse Weinberger, Internet Safety Expert and Owner of Overnight Geek University. Jesse has heard all the stories and shares them with Alex and Molly, along with the dangers of social media, video games, and the devices themselves. You do not want to miss this episode if you want to protect your family. Plus, why Peppa Pig and Caillou should be destroyed and Jesse's connection to Spindarella. Visit overnightgeekuniversity.com for videos, articles, and information about Jesse’s book, The Boogeyman Exists; And He's In Your Child's Back Pocket: Internet Safety Tips For Keeping Your Children Safe Online, Smartphone Safety, Social Media Safety, and Gaming Safety Find all three of Molly’s currently published books and new projects at apieceofmollysmind.com Browse over 100 articles on the Gertsburg Law Firm blog at gertsburglaw.com/blog

Take flight with Jeff Holbury Sr. from Drone Ohio in this week’s episode as we explore how he gets the most amazing views of our town and beyond, what drones are capable of, and the future of drones. Plus, a special lightning round designed just for Jeff. Watch this episode now on YouTube! Check out Drone Ohio on YouTube for a library of awesome videos and follow Drone Ohio on Facebook. Visit Droneohio.com to learn about Jeff’s work and to get in touch. Molly’s book Mortimer has already launched, and you can get it now at apieceofmollysmind.com. Stay up to date on book number 3, and all of Molly’s projects by following Molly’s Next Project on Facebook. Are your will, advanced directive, and estate planning documents up to date? Contact Mark Turner at the Gertsburg Law Firm to ensure your decisions are respected. He can be reached by phone at (440) 571-7773 or by email at mt@gertsburglaw.com. OTHER ITEMS REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: Flite Fest is a family-oriented event th

Meet a man that is helping Cleveland’s workforce own the companies they’ve helped build. Brett Jones is the Executive Vice President of Evergreen Business Services and manages The Fund for Employee Ownership, keeping jobs in the community and creating opportunities for employees in exiting companies. Brett joins Alex and Molly to talk about his own journey through entrepreneurship, and the formula for successful transition to employee ownership. Find out why his mother is so wonderful, and the unusual place Brett keeps his mattress in this week’s episode of Best.Podcast.Ever. Visit www.evgoh.com/tfeo to learn more about The Fund for Employee Ownership, or text Brett at 216-338-4468. Don’t miss Captain Fantastic – The Magic of Elton John on Nov 16 when he come for an Adults Only fundraiser in Chagrin Falls. Get your tickets at cvcc.org for only $25 before they’re all gone. Are your policies and documents protecting your business or getting you sued? Check 10 areas of your business for legal risks and get i

Ladies and Gentlemen: sit back, relax, and enjoy this positive and energizing interview with Mr. John DiJulius III. John is President of The DiJulius Group, Owner of John Roberts Spa, Founder of Believe in Dreams, and the authority on customer service. John and Alex discuss his journey as an entrepreneur, how he shares the lessons he’s learned with other business owners, and how he makes sure his clients have a world-class experience. Choose to be extraordinary and join us for this inspiring episode. Visit thedijuliusgroup.com to learn how to improve your customer service, to preorder The Relationship Economy, and to register for the Customer Service Revolution Conference on September 11-12. Follow John on Twitter for the latest Johnisms on Customer Service @JohnDiJulius, and visit believeindreams.org for more on how to give children hope and experience their dreams. SHOW NOTES Moments of positive energy; A memorable experience; Early entrepreneurship and lessons learned; Why a

Join us for a cup of coffee with Mr. Jim Sanders, owner and roastmaster of Heartwood Coffee, as he discusses the path to opening shops in Hudson and Chagrin Falls, the secrets to a perfect cup of coffee, and how Heartwood encourages us to “grow together”. Entrepreneurs and Coffee Lovers alike will love this conversation. Follow Heartwood on Instagram (@HeartwoodCoffee), Facebook (/heartwoodroastery) and sign up for the mailing list at www.heartwoodcoffee.com. Can anyone please help Molly find a root beer float without sugar? Is it possible? Molly’s second book is coming soon! Visit Apieceofmollysmind.com to purchase Blossom before they’re all gone. Are your policies and documents protecting your business or getting you sued? Check 10 areas of your business for legal risks and get instant feedback from experienced attorneys right now by taking a short quiz at www.gertsburglaw.com/business-vulnerability-quiz or bit.ly/CM6quiz. SHOW NOTES Journey plays in Wil

He’s back and better than ever! Dr. Dan returns to the studio to delve deeper into his work helping people heal, confronting the source of a problem, and his views on alternative medicine. Plus, we check in with Molly’s soda habit and continue the discussion on the effects of sugar. This episode is the second part of a 2-part interview: part one was posted last week as episode 93. Remember to visit the Tone of Life website at Toneoflifeohio.com and to follow Tone of Life on Facebook to stay informed of upcoming events, such as community dinners and workshops. Contact Dan directly to set up a lunch-and-learn for your business or organization. Other items mentioned in this episode: Molly is pleased with her bubly sparkling water Rob Sapp was our guest on episode 14 and episode 49. Rick Cibik was our guest on episode 29. Read about The Amazing Randi on Wikipedia. SHOW NOTES Checking in on Molly’s habit change success and feeling better; Theater reviews; Alex on de

In a BPE first, we present to you a two-part interview with Dr. Dan Continenza, chiropractor and owner of Tone of Life in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Alex, and Molly talk with Dr. Dan about his practice, the effects of what we put in our bodies, and how he helps bodies heal themselves.  Feel better by listening to this episode and then stay tuned for the conclusion next week. Get in touch with Dan through the Tone of Life website Toneoflifeohio.com and follow Tone of Life on Facebook to stay informed of upcoming events. There are only a few Simple Summer Nights Concerts left! Visit cvcc.org or our check the events on BPE’s facebook page to see where we are next! SHOW NOTES Alex and Molly BFFs forever; Better hydration options and debating the sin of sugar; Introducing Dr. Dan; The best “how we met” story in history Getting to the bottom of the sugar debate and “The Crystal Meth of Sweeteners”; What Molly should be drinking instead Tone of Life; A tangent through music A winding

What’s important to small business owners in Northeast Ohio? Alex gets the details from Michael Stanek, Co-Owner and CFO of Hunt Imaging, President of Cleveland Cycle Tours, Former Chairman of COSE, and member of Ohio’s Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee. They discuss the entrepreneurial mindset, the obstacles and lessons learned starting a business in Cleveland, and what employers need to know about Ohio’s cannabis laws. Get in touch with Michael at on LinkedIn or twitter @MichaelStanek. Find Cleveland Cycle Tours on Facebook, twitter @CleveCycleTours, or their website www.ClevelandCycleTours.com Dive deeper into what business owners should about medical marijuana in Ohio after the interview for a sneak peak at the new Cannabis in Ohio Legal Talk Series with Nick Weiss of Gertsburg Law Firm. OTHER ITEMS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW Regarding the tax preference for small business owners, Mike says: “The biennial budget that moved out of conference committee and was passed by both the O

This week we sit down with Tim Dimoff of SACS Consulting and Investigative Services, which helps companies with “High Risk” workplace issues such as violence, substance abuse, active shooters, and more. Tim tells us about securing the 2016 Republican National Convention, and then takes us back to the streets and his time on the SWAT team. What do business owners and managers call him for now? Listen to find out. Plus, the return of Jessica D. and the gang’s adventures around town will have you giggling. Visit sacsconsulting.com or timothydimoff.com to reach Tim or for more information on his services. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Jessica Debeljak was our guest on Ep 60 – The Diamond Furniture Anniversary Show Captain Fantastic, the premier Elton John Tribute Show, will dazzle you with an amazing musical extravaganza in Chagrin Falls on Saturday, November 16th, 2019. Get your tickets at www.cvcc.org/events/details/adults-night-out-fundraiser-20620 Stop worr

What does it take to be one of the top realtors in the country? Find out as Alex sits down with Mike Ferrante of Century 21 Homestar. Listen in to hear the secrets to happy clients, and satisfied employees, and what it means to be a good realtor. Get in touch with Mike at 21mike.com or his Facebook page (21MikeTeam), and check out his YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/channel/UClM-_Oh1hWz-DcbXz87Gbkw? Be sure to visit the 21 Mike booth, supporting animal rescue groups at Solon Home Days on July 27th and 28th. Details at https://www.facebook.com/events/326012041656754/ Discover the biggest legal minefields in your business. Answer 10 short questions and get instant feedback at bit.ly/CM6quiz. Don't Get Sued. Cover Your Six. Mentioned in this episode: Alex talked about “dude’s night out” in Episode 79 (Peter Balunek) Mike’s Facebook group is Cleveland, Ohio Real Estate, homes for sale/rent SHOW NOTES Realtor rankings in the nation and online; Measuring social medi

In this week’s episode, Alex and Molly get to know Todd Goldstein, the CEO and co-founder of LaunchHouse and discover how he is making an impact on the small business community in Northeast Ohio. Listen now to learn how LaunchHouse is helping businesses to connect, grow, and succeed, and brainstorm with us in an invention idea session. Visit LaunchHouse.com to learn more about coworking, to sign up for the newsletter, and to contact Todd for a one-week trial. You can also follow LaunchHouse on Facebook and Instagram, which is where you’ll find information about the LaunchHouse 2020 Bootstrap Bash on January 25th. Gertsburg Law Firm is proud to offer CoverMySix for Small Companies and Startups, a complete legal documentation portfolio to minimize exposure to lawsuits and investigations for newer or smaller companies. Visit covermysix.com to learn about the full CM6 audit suite. You can also check your business for legal risks instantly by taking a short Business Vulnerability Quiz at www.ge

Today we're welcoming Tim Opsitnick to the studio to talk about cybersecurity and his work with e-discovery and litigation management at TCDI. Tune in for good conversation on the important skills an entrepreneur needs, and what business owners need to know to protect themselves and their data. Get in touch with Tim through TCDI.com or on LinkedIn.  He’ll be speaking at the 2019 Cybersecurity and Privacy Protection Conference at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law on May 30-31. More information about the event is at www.law.csuohio.edu/cybersecurityconference2019 Visit apieceofmollysmind.com to get a copy of her book, Blossom. The Simple Summer Nights Concert Series kicks off June 6th. Visit the Chagrin Valley Chamber’s facebook page for details. SHOW NOTES Alex is a cover model; Blossom the book and its young illustrator; Love for mothers and daughters, but not for sunburn; Earth facts; Chicago suggestions; Introducing Tim; Working above the Playhouse Square chandelier; Tra

What has our favorite branch manager been doing since her last BPE episode, besides serving the community at First National Bank? Come shoot the breeze with Alex and Stephanie Puzzo as they talk about parenting and life, as we discover an unseen side of Stephanie. You can find her on LinkedIn, or Facebook, or at the First National Bank at 8500 E Washington in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Stephanie’s first appearance on the show was episode 7 Jacob Gertsburg was our guest for episode 41 Tim Urban’s Wait but Why blog described squares of time as opportunities at waitbutwhy.com/2015/12/the-tail-end.html Funny how we always forget to take a selfie when Molly is away. Alex and Stephanie basically look like this all the time anyway. SHOW NOTES Catching up since the last visit; How to be a parent of teenagers; Looking back and measuring time; Looking ahead and reflecting; A darker side of Stephanie, and a lighter side; Positivity and non-violence; Why everyone needs a friend like her; Bringing a P

Kathryn Garvey takes us to school and tells us about bringing Safe Routes to School to Chagrin Falls, and what it’s like being the Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools Board President for the past 4 years. We talk about initiatives in the area, the joy of being a crossing guard, and issues facing today's students in this week’s Best.Podcast.Ever. Connect with Kathryn through LinkedIn or Facebook. Learn more about Safe Routes Chagrin at saferouteschagrin.com, where you can also sign up to be a volunteer crossing guard. The Grand Opening of Chagrin Falls Intermediate School will be on August 17th. Check on its progress at chagrinschools.org/Construction.aspx Visit apieceofmollysmind.com to buy Molly’s new book Blossom. Find Molly at the Blossomtime Glow on May 23rd to get your copy signed. The New Yorker Radio Hour featured our own Molly Gebler last month, and you can listen at www.wnycstudios.org/story/new-approach-dementia-care. In the program, she talks about The Lantern’s memory care progr