Welcome back to another inspiring episode of The StartDown Podcast! Today, we have a special guest with us, Matthew Turner, a British author and thought leader who has written an insightful book titled 'Beyond The Pale: A Fable about ESCAPING the HUSTLE and FINDING YOURSELF. Matthew's book delves into the world of success, personal development, and finding true fulfillment. Drawing from his extensive interviews with successful entrepreneurs, authors, investors, and thought leaders, Matthew craft...
May 23, 2023•42 min•Ep. 192
Welcome back to another exciting episode of The StartDown Podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest with us, Sanyika M. Street, known for his expertise in being "all in." Sanyika is the founder of The All-In CEO, a platform dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential and achieve extraordinary success. Sanyika has a unique perspective on what it truly means to be "all in" and how it can transform both personal and professional lives. He shares his valuable insights and...
May 16, 2023•54 min•Ep. 191
In this episode, we're thrilled to have Brandon Busteed, Chief Partnership Officer and Global Head of Learn-Work Innovation at Kaplan, as our guest. Brandon is a seasoned leader in higher education and workforce development, with a mission to help universities and employers adapt, grow, and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Before joining Kaplan, Brandon served as the Global Head of Public Sector at Gallup, where he led groundbreaking studies and consulted with hundreds of higher education lea...
May 09, 2023•42 min•Ep. 190
Controversial episode…I don’t put the cart back after food shopping! For some reason, this is the new hot topic people use on the Internet to highlight how they are great people. Don’t get me wrong, it is a nice thing to do. I don’t put the cart back for two reasons: 1. When I was a kid, many of my friends worked at Publix. Going outside to get the carts was a great break for them. I worked at Publix for a short time in college and also saw this firsthand. At the Publix I shop at regularly, I se...
May 02, 2023•15 min•Ep. 189
Reading can open so many doors for people and help them explore the world. That's why The StartDown Podcast is ecstatic to speak with Tyson Smith from Reading Horizons about this amazing skill. During the episode, we discuss all things reading - from tailoring it to a student's individual needs to developing a culture in the classroom of shared respect and curiosity. We'll also dig into how Tyson's work at Reading Horizons seeks to make positive changes throughout society. Another exciting takea...
Feb 21, 2023•37 min•Ep. 188
The host of The Start Down Podcast Mike Ficara is also the co-host of The HumidifGroup's podcast. As you know Mike loves cigars and great conversation, so we wanted to share this episode with you! The HumidifGroup's latest podcast is sure to be a must-hear for those interested in the cigar industry. Mike Ficara and Pierre Jebian, both experts in the cigar business, will be joining the show to share their insight on what technology advances are coming down the pipeline. They discussed the possibi...
Feb 14, 2023•37 min•Ep. 187
Ever wonder how to land your dream job? It's easy to dream about the job you want. What can be difficult is figuring out how to make it a reality. That's why it's essential to reach out to experts in the field who can provide advice on how to stand out from other applicants and land your dream job. This week on The Start Down Podcast, we sit down with Matthew Miller, a great example of someone who followed his dreams of working at a theme park and achieved success by embracing the idea of "fake ...
Feb 07, 2023•39 min•Ep. 186
Tune in to our latest episode of the StartDown Podcast with special guest Brennan M. Woodruff to get a glimpse into AI's fascinating past, present, and future! Don't miss out on this incredible journey through the world of AI! EP- 185 Brennan M. Woodruff talk AI past, present and future Follow us: Guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brennanwoodruff/?hl=en Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brennan-m-woodruff/ Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrennanWoodruff More episodes: http:...
Jan 31, 2023•49 min•Ep. 185
This week on The Start Down Podcast, we were joined by Simon Severino as our special guest. He was excited to discuss three of my favorite topics: marketing, sales, and implementation. With his extensive background in the field, Simon was able to provide unique insights that I had not considered before. His enthusiasm for the topics made it easy for us to dive into deeper exploration and strategizing ways to best utilize these strategies in the business world. We discussed different tactics and ...
Jan 24, 2023•25 min•Ep. 184
To get ahead of the curve, consistency and collaboration will be key for businesses in 2023. How are you planning to ensure success? As a team, we are focusing on consistency and teamwork within my businesses and have dedicated the start of the year to making this happen. The latest episode of The StartDown Podcast is now live, and it's all about the intersection of social media and entrepreneurship in 2023. We'll be talking about the latest trends, strategies, and success stories that will help...
Jan 17, 2023•26 min•Ep. 183
This week on The Start Down Podcast we are joined by Omni Casey who shares why you should tell your story and start investing in real estate. Omni is a best-selling author, podcaster, and speaker who has dedicated his life to helping others invest in their passions. In this episode, Omni shares his own journey of self-discovery and how he turned his passion for real estate into a successful business. Omni also discusses the importance of storytelling and why it is essential to connect with your ...
Nov 08, 2022•35 min•Ep. 182
As a busy entrepreneur, have you given up on your fitness goals for 2022? Are you struggling with what the next step should be after losing weight and not seeing any progress in a frustrating atmosphere of fitness fads that just don’t work? Maybe it's time to go back to the basics and stop trying so hard to only have partial success while also risking injury or illness from overdoing it! If we can learn anything from this episode it is that as business owners, parents, and all-around busy people...
Oct 25, 2022•29 min•Ep. 181
The Start Down Podcast is all about celebrating Italian-American heritage and culture! This month, we're talking all things Italian-American, from the food to the music to the businesses. We've got a special episode coming up all about why Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month is so important and how it can affect your business. Host: Mike Ficara Support the show More episodes: https://mikeficara.com/start-down-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeficara/ Facebook: https://www...
Oct 04, 2022•30 min
Luke Burrows was a guest on The StartDown Podcast exactly 100 episodes ago. At the time, he was just starting his own business and had big dreams for the future. Luke is back on the show to share what has changed since then. He has grown a lot as an entrepreneur and has learned a lot about running a business. He is now based in Europe and is doing very well with his company. He shares some of the challenges he's faced along the way and offers advice for other entrepreneurs who are looking to sta...
Sep 20, 2022•36 min•Ep. 179
Lauren Burlison had been a teacher for years, but she found herself called to move in a new direction. She wanted to find a way to help teachers and students learn in a more meaningful way. Lauren left the classroom to focus on her true passion: Canvas LMS. She quickly became known as the Canvas Queen, and her tips and tricks were invaluable to teachers all over the world. Thanks to Lauren's hard work, more and more teachers are using Canvas LMS to help their students learn in a more engaging wa...
Sep 13, 2022•28 min•Ep. 178
The StartDown Podcast is all about giving entrepreneurs the tools they need to start and grow their businesses. This week's episode is all about public relations, and Polly Brown is here to dispel some myths about the industry. "A lot of people think that PR is all about pay for play," Polly says. "But that's not true at all. In fact, good PR can help your business get in front of the right people without having to spend a penny." Polly goes on to explain how PR can help you build relationships ...
Sep 06, 2022•36 min•Ep. 177
In this week's podcast, we discuss why it's important to have a proactive business model to anticipate challenges and get ahead of potential problems. Whether a recession is coming or not is debatable, but the real question is, are we prepared for it? If yes, what do you think is the best way to get through this recession? If not, what are you doing to help make it better? When a recession falls upon the new world, it will not only be a disaster for all the businesses but it will be worse for th...
Aug 30, 2022•28 min•Ep. 176
Stop punishing your company! When do you think your business will be running at its full potential? When you start getting more and more clients or when your employees work at their full potential and their abilities at their peak? It wouldn’t make sense to get more work if your people can’t fulfill it. As an entrepreneur, you know what’s working and what’s not. Take control and do what will move your company and its people forward. This week on The Start Down Podcast we talk about these topics ...
Aug 23, 2022•37 min•Ep. 175
Football season is moving towards opening day, but the excitement is here now! One of the things my sons and I enjoy in our free time is going to sporting events. My son Anthony is so passionate he wanted to start a podcast together about it! Here is a small taste of The 3 Points Podcast. @3pointspodcast3 EP 174 EP1 of the 3 points podcast More episodes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeficara LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeficara/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQfx...
Aug 23, 2022•23 min•Ep. 174
Henry Ford once said, "The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing." As I sat down to reflect on this, I realized that just setting the goals, moving forward to achieve them, ultimately achieving them, and again setting out to bring in new goals isn’t the way we should be functioning. If we don’t learn from our mistakes and wins, all our efforts are in vain. EP 173 Create Generational Time, not Generational Wealth More episodes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mikeficara Link...
Aug 09, 2022•23 min•Ep. 173
Megan is a systems integrator who helps CEOs grow their teams and their legacies. I had the pleasure of having her on "The Start Down Podcast," and she explained how she’s been able to effectively get more projects completed WHILE taking time off and enjoying her present season in business. Check out her "Post-it note way" and how she incorporates her team in helping her stay on track and focused! She breaks down the most important part which is "nothing is perfect," and most importantly when it...
Jun 21, 2022•44 min•Ep. 172
Privacy is very important, and Rich Owen breaks it down in a very relatable way as to why you need to protect your computer. yes - little ol’ you in your suburban townhome. Why listen to Rich? Rich has worked with massive companies, including NASA, and played a critical role in helping them stay protected and keep everything encoded. Educate yourself NOW, as our technology usage is increasing by the day! Listen to this whole episode of The Start Down Podcast, download a virus protection, encrypt...
Jun 14, 2022•36 min•Ep. 171
Do you hate going to the dentist? If Agi Keramidas was your dentist, you would not feel that way! Unfortunately, if you’re in the U.S., he cannot be your dentist because he lives in the United Kingdom! In this episode, Agi shares his journey from Greece to the United Kingdom, what he learned along the way, and more importantly, how you can change your mindset to make major changes in your life! Also, did you floss today? Ep 170 Agi Keramidas talk about taking the leap into personal development F...
Jun 07, 2022•32 min•Ep. 170
"Did you ever think a 3-year-old could inspire you?" This week we speak with Gramps Jeffrey who spoke about just that. During COVID, he was inspired by his grandson to write a children’s book. He shares with us the process and why he did it, and the answers may surprise you! The story doesn’t end there! Gramps Jeffrey talks about life, family, and his career in corporate America. He also has another great book for entrepreneurs that he speaks about on the show. Don’t miss this inspiring episode ...
May 31, 2022•30 min•Ep. 169
Ep 168 Entrepreneurs cannot afford not to have a lawyer like Shahrina Ankhi-Krol Do you struggle with creating reels or videos for your social media? In this episode of the START DOWN podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Shahrina Ankhi-Krol! We discussed all things trademark & copyright law for entrepreneurs but we also got the secret to the awesome reels behind her social media! Drop in the comments below if this is ALSO a trick you use to create multiple pieces of content and stay p...
May 03, 2022•31 min•Ep. 168
Do you ever go to dinner at someone else's house? It’s great! There's nothing to cook or clean and you have a great meal and usually great conversation! That is how I feel when I get to be a guest on someone else's podcast! So, I wanted to share this super fun episode when I was on The Podcast on Podcasting with Adam Adams. Don’t miss this great episode where we talk about the business of podcasting. Also, it would be cool if you follow his podcast as well! https://apple.co/3MsRkxD Follow us: Gu...
Apr 26, 2022•47 min•Ep. 167
Did you file your taxes yesterday? If you did, forgot, or if yesterday caused you stress, Tyler McBroom can offer great advice! Many people hear the word accountant and think, this guy is going to be boring and yell at me about everything I am doing wrong with my taxes. Not Tyler! He shares some great tips in this episode that will help you save money and grow your business. Tyler is so dynamic as an account and leader in the tax industry and on social media that he has drawn the attention and c...
Apr 19, 2022•47 min•Ep. 166
On this episode of THE START DOWN Podcast, I have the pleasure of interviewing Kate Eberle Walker, author of The Good Boss. We dive into what advice she has for entrepreneurs and educators for moving forward in the best way possible. Be kind and make sure that you are listening, NOT ONLY talking! Do you do that often? It’s very easy to get caught up in what we are saying and not listen to others. Letting others speak and listening to a diversity of thoughts can make the workplace, education plac...
Apr 05, 2022•41 min•Ep. 165
We all want to be better. In this podcast episode, Hank Brand (Sibme) tells us how he is helping teachers improve their skills without stress. Making sure teachers are well-equipped is one thing but making sure they continue to educate themselves and master their skills without adding any extra stress in today's crazy world of teaching is key! In this episode of ‘The Start Down,’ I get to chat with Hank Brand who has prioritized this EXACT problem. It keeps me so humble and grateful that there a...
Mar 30, 2022•18 min•Ep. 164
Can you hear me now? We know how much the educational experience has changed for students across the country, but it is so much more than just online learning. In this week’s episode, we speak with Magen McGahee from Galaxy Next Generation. She explains why audio and security are so important right now in the 21st-century century classroom. She also shares a bit of her amazing entrepreneurial journey. What things have you seen in today’s classroom that make you say, "I wish I had that when I was...
Mar 22, 2022•13 min•Ep. 163
