Only 3 out of 10 individuals with disabilities are employed. Recognizing this problem, Synergies Work empowers people with disabilities by helping them build sustainable businesses. Jordan Levin’s guest in this episode is Aarti Sahgal , the Founder of Synergies Work. Everybody has a talent and a gift to offer to the world. When we work together to make a positive impact, we fill the world with love and respect. Tune in and learn how you can help make the world a better place for everyone!...
Jun 28, 2021•24 min•Season 2Ep. 4
The beautiful thing about social media is how it allows us to connect with each other. Just through the platforms that are ever so available to us, we can share our stories with the world. Melissa DiVietri has found the same beauty in this, so she created a full-blown social media agency that manages profiles for other people to share their wisdom and experiences. With her own pain and struggles as someone with sacral agenesis, she has been using social media platforms to inspire oth...
Jun 18, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Jordan Levin’s guest today is David Figueroa , who shares his story and journey of being diagnosed with cerebral palsy since birth. Join in the conversation to hear David's many struggles in the education system, and as well his successes as a former three-sport athlete and three-time state champion cyclist, and a current middle school teacher with CP. He shares his story with others around the world, to show that there is a light among all the challenges behind it. "If I can do it, so can you!!...
Jun 07, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Sometimes, what it takes to change your life for the better are just little yet meaningful changes. Jordan Levin enumerates ten good habits that can elevate your life. He explores the beauty of looking inward and the fulfillment of serving and connecting with others. Jordan also injects his own reflections to this topic as a deaf person, providing interesting anecdotes of how he copes with his disability. He looks back on his formative years, focusing on becoming the motivated man today who insp...
May 26, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 1
If the head of the team cannot pull themselves together, unclear with their goals, and cannot appreciate deep human connection, everything will be in disarray. Jordan Levin sits down with Steven Ingber , the newly appointed CEO of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit , to share his own ups and downs in effective leadership. He explains how he keeps himself motivated when facing the many challenges that come being at the top of an organization, and why there is no other way to go but for...
May 19, 2021•26 min•Ep. 34
No matter what setback you encounter, there's always a silver lining. Jordan Levin's guest today is Charlene Walters , Entrepreneurship Coach and Business & Branding Mentor. In this episode, Charlene shares how the painful experience of losing her husband helped her become the strong businesswoman and mother she is today. Her book , Launch Your Inner Entrepreneur , perfectly encapsulates her journey. It talks about developing the inner resilience that allows you to overcome setbacks. You wil...
May 06, 2021•41 min•Ep. 33
Jordan Levin’s guest this episode is Paul Forchione , a mindset coach at A Call To Action who was born with cerebral palsy. It was so severe that the doctors told his mom that he would never be able to walk. Thank goodness for a wonderful mom and a great mindset, that wasn’t his story. He was able to overcome it and is now able to live a very active life, however it wasn’t easy to get to at that point. Today, Paul shares his story with his clients to help them rewrite their own...
May 03, 2021•42 min•Ep. 32
In this day and age, if you're not going digital, then you're getting left behind. Yet, admittedly, becoming a digital creator can be difficult. You would need a graphic designer, a web developer, a copywriter, and the list goes on. Not to worry, though, because Jordan Levin is with Krissy Chin , the founder of The Krissy Chin and business coach for digital creators. In this episode, Krissy discusses the things you need to know about scaling your business online. Not to get lost in the ent...
Apr 28, 2021•49 min•Ep. 31
Medical bills and medicine can be really expensive. That most patients find it difficult to outright pay it because of the price tag. Dr. Phil Hellman believes that direct patient care is key to a healthy life, so he created Paradox Health , a service all about direct primary care. No more middle man between you and your doctor. Just pay a monthly membership fee and it’s unlimited care all the way. Join your host, Jordan Levin and his guest Dr. Phil Hellman to talk more about h...
Apr 27, 2021•45 min•Ep. 30
As YouTube rises into becoming the second-largest search engine in the world, there is no denying the increasing demand for video content. If you’re not putting up consistent video content, then you are most likely getting left behind. Here to guide you into the world of video content production is Paul Rogers , Executive Producer at Social Video Studios . He sits down with host Jordan Levin to share his take on the evolution of technology, how video has grown since, and what you can...
Apr 22, 2021•48 min•Ep. 29
No one wants to watch another movie about Abraham Lincoln because there are already hundreds of them. People want to see new and interesting untold stories. This is where Brian Kruger and Buddy Moorehouse come in. They both work at Stunt3 Multimedia . Brian is the Producer and Director, while Buddy is the Senior Creative Director. They are Emmy-nominated filmmakers, most notably for The Legend of Pinky Deras. Join your host, Jordan Levin, as he sits down with Brian ...
Apr 20, 2021•44 min•Ep. 28
Claudia has been an avid entrepreneur her entire adult life. In 2017 she sold Accessory Wholesale, a cell phone distribution company that sold to retail cell phone chains as well as a full eCommerce / marketplace reseller. She learned to sell on marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, Walmart, Groupon, Woot, and a few others. AW was grossing over 9 million in sales before getting approached for a buyout. After selling AW she began to explore other opportunities that would allow her to ...
Apr 14, 2021•31 min•Ep. 27
If we get caught up in words like "guilt" and "cheat," we won't end up having a healthy relationship with food. Jordan Levin's guest today is Dr. Tom Rifai , Assistant Professor of Medicine at Reality Meets Science® . In this episode, Dr. Tom discusses with Jordan how the term "diet" has a lot of negative connotations because it implies short-term restrictions. What we need to achieve a healthy relationship with food is to undergo a lifestyle change. Where to begin? Surround yourself with more w...
Apr 12, 2021•56 min•Ep. 26
Many people know Pontiac, Michigan for the bus burnings and social strife. But what many don’t know is that it’s an incredible state with a very rich history. Bob Waun , with his company DIRT Realty and DIRT Intel , is making sure they can revitalize Pontiac to become a real estate haven. Join your host, Jordan Levin, and his guest Bob Wuan. Jordan and Bob will talk about the real estate industry in Michigan, primarily Pontiac, Flint, and Lansing. Learn about the history...
Apr 07, 2021•42 min•Ep. 25
Neurological disorders are a constant trial for the people who suffer from them. Good thing modern medicine is making inroads to helping solve these health issues. Jordan Levin is joined in this great conversation by Kevin Browett , the CEO of the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders and Lauren Aymen, DO, MS , the Director of Headache Medicine at the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders. They talk about providing relief for people suffering from neurological conditions, and the...
Apr 06, 2021•32 min•Ep. 24
A lot of young aspiring baseball players want to make it to the major leagues. Only a very few hit the mark because of the amount of dedication you need to make it. The important thing is that you are able to learn passion, integrity, and just the love for baseball. Join your host, Jordan Levin, and his guest Aaron Fields as they talk about all things baseball. Aaron is the president of the All Fields Hitting Baseball Academy . As a baseball player himself, Aaron teaches kids how to achiev...
Apr 01, 2021•43 min•Ep. 23
It can be difficult and time-consuming to build relationships with your clients, but relationship-building should be the very heart of your business. Today’s guest is Andrew Goldberg, Founder of the Law Office Of Andrew J. Goldberg. Andrew confides with Jordan Levin how he enjoys talking with his clients and helping them out with their problems. If you need strategies on how you can improve your relationship with your clients, then you’re in the right place. Join in the conversation as Andrew sp...
Mar 31, 2021•44 min•Ep. 22
My friends say “everyone needs a Candice” – and go figure, but I would tend to agree.I’m a direct response copy chief, copywriter, and marketing consultant who used to practice IP law.I help marketing coaches and personal development experts connect deeply with their audiences… land lifelong fans… and improve the lives of an exponential number of people.I spend most of my time running Jeff Walker’s copy team. I’ve also had the pleasure of working with clients including AWAI, Banyan Hill Publishi...
Mar 24, 2021•36 min•Ep. 21
Good comedians can create laughter out of even the most difficult situations. In his career as a sidekick, writer, impersonator, voice talent, and host, Alan Muskovitz has seen and done it all. Listen in as Alan joins our host, Jordan Levin, in a spirited conversation about comedy and what it takes to get laughter out of your audience. Alan retraces his roots in radio, working with the legendary Dick Purtan, the creation of his most famous persona, “Big Al” Muskavito, and his views on why ...
Mar 22, 2021•41 min•Ep. 20
Life can take you to some crazy beautiful places. Just ask Commercial Actor & Educator David Bianco . He's been to Chicago, New York, China, and the Philippines, acting, producing, and directing. Jordan Levin and David chat about his start in show business and his journeys across the globe. David talks about staying and learning the culture of the Philippines and opening up a theatrical school in China. David also discusses his acting methods and how life has changed now that he has a ...
Mar 18, 2021•53 min•Ep. 19
There’s more to graphic design than just making things aesthetically pleasing. Nobody knows that better than Meaghan Barry and Lilian Crum , the owners and Creative Directors of Unsold Studio , a collaborative art and design firm that helps businesses stand out from the crowd. Meaghan and Lilian join Jordan Levin to tell how their journey started and what led them to establish a branding and design firm. The two met at a graduate school where they studied 2D design, and once both of them r...
Mar 17, 2021•46 min•Ep. 18
Human trafficking is a domestic and global crime, where victims can be of any age, gender, or race. Jordan Levin sits down with Hannah McPeak , the Director of Education at Hope Against Human Trafficking , to discuss what Hannah's organization does to help the trafficking survivors and the crime that traumatizes its victims. The Hope Against Trafficking organization provides residential holistic programs that offer rent-free housing and services for physical, mental, and economic tra...
Mar 11, 2021•41 min•Ep. 17
Are Realtors going to become obsolete because everything’s electronic? Jordan Levin’s guest for this episode has something interesting to say about this. Erica Kohler is a licensed residential Realtor at Hall & Hunter Realtors. Erica discusses with Jordan how online listings are not always accurate. Zillow, Redfin, Trulia, and such don’t understand the unique market and neighborhood of the property as much as the Realtors do. Join in the conversation and get valuable updates abou...
Mar 09, 2021•40 min•Ep. 16
Most people would choose to never ever do any strenuous activities after a big spinal surgery. They would get traumatized but Jordan Levin's next guest was the opposite. Yoga instructor Lynn Medow decided to continue to teach yoga and went as far as to create the Yoga by Design Foundation . She found that yoga was missing in a lot of people's lives. There are war vets with PTSD, people with disabilities, or homeless refugees that never experienced yoga. Lynn decided to bring it to them for...
Mar 04, 2021•34 min•Ep. 15
Have you ever told yourself that as soon as you’re done with this little chapter in your life, you’re going to dial in on your fitness? Jordan Levin’s guest today is Joe DeGain , owner of 810 CrossFit. In this episode, Joe passionately talks about how you need to start working on your fitness right now. If you won’t budget the time for it today, it’s highly unlikely you will tomorrow. Join in the conversation and walk with Joe as he shares his journey of first discovering CrossFit. From then on,...
Mar 03, 2021•39 min•Ep. 14
Children with autism have a wide variety of skills and talents waiting to be unlocked and taken advantage of. For a speech-language pathologist, helping these little ones improve their communication and interpersonal skills is truly a fulfilling mission to undertake. Jordan Levin sits down with Nancy R. Kaufman , MA, CCC-SLP to share how a pianist like her was transformed into the owner and director of Kaufman Children’s Center for Speech, Language, Sensory-Motor and Autism Treatment in We...
Mar 02, 2021•34 min•Ep. 13
I am so excited about this one! This is where I learned how to speak and listen! My story begins with the HEAR Center back in 1979! Ellen became Executive Director in 2007 after 24 years serving as HEAR Center’s Pediatric Audiologist. She holds a Masters degree in Audiology from the University of Michigan and has been an active member of Pasadena Rotary since 2008. During her tenure as Executive Director, HEAR Center has more than doubled our free or discounted community programs.&n...
Feb 26, 2021•32 min•Ep. 12
If your goal is to help people, then you have to listen to their needs. Jordan Levin's guest today is Mike Pizzi, an experienced physical therapist at Health Quest . In this episode, Mike shares his passion for having one-on-one care with his clients. It's essential to know who your clients are, identify their goals, and personalize a program that helps bring them where they want to be. Join in the conversation and discover how Mike handles his clients, especially during the first meeting. How d...
Feb 25, 2021•31 min
I began my career with HealthQuest Physical Therapy in the fall of 2007 as a PT technician, assisting therapists with patient care. I later became a certified personal trainer with the company while still in school. My passion for human movement and helping people led me to complete my Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2013. In 2016, I opened my own HealthQuest practice in West Bloomfield. I immediately sought out and established amazing relationships within the community, other business...
Feb 24, 2021•31 min•Ep. 11
Pablo Gonzalez is the inventor of the Relationship Flywheel. He’s obsessed with human connection, and he’s used his expertise to manage a 120 person, $15M construction business at 25, build various young professional groups for charities, and be named a Latino Leader of the Future by Latino Leaders Magazine and a Top 20 Under 40 for Brickell Magazine in Miami. This has lead to becoming the founder and Chief Executive Connector of Be The Stage, a content marketing and community creation ag...
Feb 23, 2021•50 min•Ep. 10
