A better financial business strategy can set your business, your employees, and your family up for a successful future. In this episode, Matt DiFranceso is joined with guest Kate Seastone, as they uncover how business planning and business strategies can get you on the right path to reaching your goals toward retirement. In this episode, … Continue reading Episode 22 – Advanced Business Planning Strategies – with Guest Kate Seastone →
Dec 16, 2020•28 min
In a family business, it is important to develop a team-oriented mindset in order to achieve success In this episode, Matt DiFranceso uncovers the importance of building family culture and team dynamic when it comes to running a successful family business. He illustrates a pyramid when guiding you through the process from bottom to top … Continue reading Episode 21 – A Guide To Developing Team Culture Within Your Family →
Dec 02, 2020•28 min
Female entrepreneurs: are you looking for inspiration to start your own business? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco and guests Amy Bradley, Beth Walker and Britt Schroeder discuss the growing interests of younger generations to pursue entrepreneurial opportunities, as well as share several insightful statistics about the increasing participation of women in different industries. In this … Continue reading Episode 20 – Women as Leaders in Business — With Guests Amy Bradley, Beth Walker and Britt ...
Nov 18, 2020•35 min
Historically, business has been a “man’s world” but women are making leaps and bounds to break the glass ceiling to become leaders and titans of business and industry. In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Amy Bradley, Beth Walker and Britt Schroeder, leading female entrepreneurs with experiences in various industries. They discuss several opportunities … Continue reading Episode 19 – Women as Leaders in Business — with Guests Amy Bradley, Beth Walker and Britt Schroeder, Part 1 →
Nov 04, 2020•23 min
Take a minute to answer this question – If retirement was not an option, how would your life and business be different? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco emphasizes the importance of creating a business plan as it will allow you to envision your goals for your business, and what you want out of life. He … Continue reading Episode 18 – How To Build a Successful Business Plan →
Oct 21, 2020•27 min
How do you manage a family owned business? In this episode, Matt Di Francesco is joined with his good friend, and successful business owner Ron Delano of Ron’s Collision Center. Ron shares his story of how he got started, his struggles, and how he maintains healthy family dynamics in his family businesses. He also provides … Continue reading Episode 17 – Overcoming the Challenges of Building a Family Business — With Ron Delano →
Oct 07, 2020•29 min
Is there anything you need to do for your business before year end? In this podcast Matt DiFrancesco reviews the different avenues out there for business owners to tap into and some of the planning you should do before the end of the year. Matt also focuses on where you stand and how to develop … Continue reading Episode 16 – Strategies for Year End Planning →
Sep 23, 2020•23 min
Considering entering into a new business can be daunting, especially with new regulations due to COVID. Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Britt Schroeter, a franchise consultant from FranChoice who is Widely accepted as one of the top franchise consultants in the United States. Today, Britt shares her insight with those considering franchise ownership. She reveals … Continue reading Episode 15 - Entering The Franchise World with Britt Schroeter →
Sep 09, 2020•33 min
Many business owners have had to shift to a temporary virtual model during COVID-19. Is it possible that switching permanently to a virtual office would allow you to serve clients while giving you the freedom and flexibility you’ve been wanting? In today’s episode, Matt DiFrancesco continues his lessons from the virtual office, diving into the … Continue reading Episode 14 – Why Going 100% Virtual Gives Business Owners More Freedom and Flexibility →
Aug 26, 2020•29 min
Sending your child to college or university can be emotionally and financially difficult. It can also be a benefit. Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Beth Walker, founder of the Center For College Solutions. Beth shares her expertise in planning for college and the costs that come with it. Discover how to leverage different offers when … Continue reading Episode 13 – Continuing Education: Cash Hog Or Investment? →
Aug 12, 2020•37 min
COVID introduced the idea of working virtually to many forced to stay home. As the quarantine is lifted, some business owners are looking to continue online. Now, Matt DiFrancesco shares his insights about working virtually. He discusses the impact working online has on travel times, meeting times and the cost of working virtually. Discover tips … Continue reading Episode 12- Lessons From A Virtual Office →
Jul 16, 2020•25 min
Many Pennsylvania businesses are adapting successfully during COVID-19. What ideas can you use to help your family business pivot and thrive? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Amy Bradley, the president and CEO of the Cambria Regional Chamber in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Amy shares success stories about businesses in her region that have pivoted … Continue reading Episode 11- Ways to Pivot Your Pennsylvania Family Business During COVID-19 –– With Amy Bradley →
Jul 01, 2020•33 min
During the lockdown, many companies opted to have their employees work from home. But how will this affect the realities of the office moving forward after the pandemic? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco discusses the impact of technology on workspaces outside of the office and reveals the revelations COVID-19 has uncovered about the benefits of … Continue reading Episode 10 – The Virtual “Office” of the Present →
Jun 25, 2020•32 min
The economic impact of COVID-19 has been wide and far-reaching. Many local businesses are feeling the strain of a decrease in leisurely spending. In this episode of Your Business, Your Life, Matt DiFrancesco is joined by Dave Erb from West Penn Billiards and Fine Furniture, discussing the impact COVID-19 has had on his business. Dave … Continue reading Episode 9 – Billiards in COVID →
Jun 03, 2020•28 min
Business owners are finding innovative ways to continue operating during the pandemic. In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco talks about businesses that have pivoted to survive and fulfill people’s immediate needs during COVID-19. This episode is filled with positive stories about innovation and expert advice on how to protect your business going forward. In this episode, … Continue reading Episode 8- How Businesses are Adapting During COVID-19 →
May 20, 2020•33 min
An internal team can handle your day-to-day business operations, but do you have an external team that can handle the unique situations that come up? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco explains the necessity of having an external team –– one you won’t need every day but should have on hand. He walks you through 15 … Continue reading Episode 7- 15 People You Need on Your External Team →
May 06, 2020•33 min
Dealing with COVID-19 has been eye-opening in more ways than one. As a business owner, how will you prepare for the next crisis? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco discusses the effects of COVID-19 on businesses and their operations. He asks the important questions that you need to think about for your business and its future. … Continue reading Episode 6- How to Adapt During COVID-19 and Plan for Future Crises →
Apr 24, 2020•29 min
Step one, create a vision of the future of your business. Step two, developed a plan that will help you reach that vision. In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco continues his discussion on the process of creating and developing a family business. Matt will talk about the different tools that can be used when aiming for … Continue reading Episode 5- Ready, aim, fire! →
Apr 08, 2020•22 min
You have worked hard and your business is booming. But what happens after you leave? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco discusses the importance of family meetings when planning the future of your business. Whether family members want a role or prefer to step back, Matt explains the crucial idea of keeping everyone on the same … Continue reading Episode 4 – Why Family Meetings are Important in Family Business →
Mar 25, 2020•30 min
As a business owner, it’s easy to have your nose so close to the grindstone that, at some point, you look up and wonder, “What is it that I’m ultimately trying to accomplish?” In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco shares steps that you can take to define your business’s present and future purpose. With an eye … Continue reading Episode 3 — What Do You Want Your Life and Business to Look Like? →
Mar 18, 2020•27 min
In this special episode, we share updates on how we are responding to the COVID-19 situation, how we’re assisting our clients, and what actions we’re advising investors to take during this time of uncertainty. Tune in now to learn how the markets are being affected and what we’re doing to help clients during this tumultuous … Continue reading SPECIAL UPDATE: COVID-19 →
Mar 17, 2020•6 min
Are you a business owner who would benefit from working with a family office but can’t afford its typically high fees? In this episode, Matt DiFrancesco outlines what makes the virtual family office a cost-effective solution for business owners who want a one-stop point of contact for all of their life, financial, and business concerns. … Continue reading Episode 2 — How to Work With a Family Office Without Paying the High Fees →
Feb 26, 2020•28 min
Welcome to Your Business, Your Life Podcast! In this inaugural episode, you will meet Matt DiFrancesco of the DiFrancesco Virtual Family Office. Matt is the host of this new show that’s dedicated to helping you create a vision for your business, life, and family. Listen in as Matt shares his outlook on planning, who he … Continue reading Episode 1 — Meet Your Host, Matt DiFrancesco →
Feb 05, 2020•32 min
