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How'd it Happen?Why You Need an Exit and an Entry StrategyOn this episode of The How'd It Happen Podcast, Mike Malatesta shares his personal experience of selling two businesses and the lessons he learned. He emphasizes the need for not only an exit strategy, but also an entry strategy. This is important to think about before selling your business. Mike also talks about the resources available for exiting a business and the changes that come with selling a business, including relationships, importance, purpose, and goals.Mike discusses the importance of operating your business as if it were for sale and the benefits it brings. He also delves i...2024-08-0209 minHow'd it Happen?What’s in It for Them?In this episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast, Mike Malatesta shares the inspiring story of Joe Polish, a recovering addict turned marketing genius. Mike discusses four key takeaways from Joe's book, “What's In It for Them,” that can benefit leaders and entrepreneurs alike.Despite a challenging start as a carpet cleaner with no money or experience, Joe's commitment to learning and connecting with others led him to become a successful entrepreneur and super-connector. Mike’s takeaways from this book will help listeners build valuable relationships and achieve success.Mike delves into Joe’s unique app...2024-07-2612 minHow'd it Happen?How to Cure Heart Disease with Your Own Stem Cells with Dr. Tim NelsonWe’re sharing this guest episode again because it is full of such innovative and exciting medical advances that more of us should be aware of. If you didn't catch this one the first time, here is your chance. Dr. Timothy Nelson is the founder of HeartWorks, an organization that developed from the Todd & Karen Wanek Family Program for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome founded at the Mayo Clinic in 2010. Tim’s work specializes in the creation of stem cells to create heart muscle and hopefully cure pediatric congenital heart defects in the near future.The HeartWorks team has...2024-04-221h 11How'd it Happen?Human Nature [Not History] RepeatsHave you ever tried to learn from the future? Probably not, because it is hard to learn from something that has yet to happen. We can imagine the future and create it, but we can’t use it as a lesson. What about the present? The present is fleeting and happening right now at this moment, so it’s not something we can really learn from either. What we can definitely learn from is the past. The past has all the lessons of what has happened, and it is like a library that we can learn from. We can stud...2024-04-0510 minHow'd it Happen?Laurie Barkman -- Creating Life-Changing Succession StoriesWhen the time comes to pass the torch of your business, the journey involves much more than a transaction—it's a transformation. Join Mike Malatesta as he sits down with Laurie Barkman, the insightful business transition sherpa, to illuminate the often-overlooked facets of preparing for a business handover. This discussion spans the emotional landscape business owners traverse, blending wisdom from the late Charlie Munger with personal anecdotes and expert strategies to equip you for a seamless transition. Ascending to a top executive role isn't a mere step; it's a leap enveloped in self-reflection and resilience. Laurie and Mik...2024-02-121h 04How'd it Happen?Mike Malatesta Guest Episode on Ready Yet?! w/ Host Erin Marcus - The Secret to Building and Selling Successful BusinessesMike was recently a guest on the Ready Yet?! Podcast with host Erin Marcus, and he shared his successes and failures during his entrepreneurial journey, the importance of remaining curious and open to learning, and how he helps entrepreneurs with a Dream Exit plan to build and sell their business. This was such an insightful episode, that we wanted to share it on the How’d It Happen? Podcast as well.In this episode, Mike tackles the idea that commitment breeds confidence and dissects the delicate balance between seizing opportunities and avoiding the trap of overcommitment. Mike op...2024-02-0542 minHow'd it Happen?Steven Pressfield - Talent is Bullsh*tJoin Mike Malatesta as he sits down with the legendary Steven Pressfield, an acclaimed author whose insights on creativity and overcoming resistance have been a beacon for many. Listen in as they explore Steven's concepts of shadow careers and the critical moment of 'pulling the pin,' committing to one's true calling. Steven and Mike share a frank discussion about why talent is less important than the dedication to the craft, and they dissect the idea of humanism as a form of resistance—pondering whether striving for perfection helps or hinders the creative process.This conversation takes a...2024-01-221h 01How'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: What Makes You Feel Expensive?What really defines your worth? Is it the glittering jewels or the expensive labels you don, or is it something more profound and meaningful? In this solo episode, Mike reflects on the insightful lyrics of Andy Grammer's song “Expensive", and embarks on a quest to uncover what truly makes us feel 'expensive'. This thought-provoking journey delves into the significance of love, attention, and presence over mere materialistic possessions.Join Mike as he poses intriguing questions about the essence of feeling 'expensive'. Is it your tangible possessions or the intangible ones like attention, presence, or even solitude that co...2023-11-2406 minHow'd it Happen?Ultimate Advisor Guest Episode: Entrepreneurs' Quest for the Dream Exit w/ Mike MalatestaEnjoy this bonus episode in which Mike was a guest on The Ultimate Advisor Podcast. Listen in as Mike reveals his personal journey from being an entrepreneur to helping others achieve their Dream Exit - selling their business at its maximum value while leading a life of purpose. Mike opens up about his experiences founding, growing, and selling two highly successful waste recycling companies, investing in over 100 companies, and sitting on several boards. This episode touches upon some of the essential lessons from Mike's book, Owner Shift, and explores how he developed his Dream Exit program. He h...2023-10-2540 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Ideas Thrive With an AudienceOn this solo episode of the How’d It Happen podcast, Mike talks about why and how ideas thrive with an audience. He was inspired to do this episode because he was listening to someone talking about how college campuses are dealing with or managing their way through what some might call controversial speakers.Mike talks about the two obvious options when it comes to controversial speakers: go or don't go. He then talks about two more nuanced options: social bullying and idea supremacists. Social bullying is basically the concept that if you go to see this co...2023-07-0708 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Present, Present, PresentMike Malatesta talks about the power of presence in this solo episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast. He shares his experience attending a private school and how the teachers taught him the importance of being present, which he didn’t fully understand until many years later. Mike encourages you to put away distractions and give full attention to whatever it is that is in front of you.If you’re having a conversation, attending a special event, spending time with loved ones, or just spending time outside, take the time to be present in that moment...2023-06-3007 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Don’t Bury the CorrectionOn this episode of the How’d It Happen podcast, Mike Malatesta discusses the importance of not burying corrections and owning up to mistakes. He draws parallels between newspapers burying corrections and leaders hiding mistakes and emphasizes the value of learning from mistakes and making progress.Mike shares his personal experience of learning to embrace mistakes and the value of owning up to them. He highlights the negative impact of burying corrections and encourages leaders to create a culture of transparency and learning.Mike challenges the conventional tactic of hiding mistakes and he emphasizes the im...2023-06-1606 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Why You Need An Exit and Entry StrategyOn this episode of The How It Happen Podcast, Mike Malatesta shares his personal experience of selling two businesses and the lessons he learned. He emphasizes the need for not only an exit strategy, but also an entry strategy. This is important to think about before selling your business. Mike also talks about the resources available for exiting a business and the changes that come with selling a business, including relationships, importance, purpose, and goals.Mike discusses the importance of operating your business as if it were for sale and the benefits it brings. He also delves i...2023-06-0909 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: What’s in It for Them?In this episode of the How’d It Happen Podcast, Mike Malatesta shares the inspiring story of Joe Polish, a recovering addict turned marketing genius. Mike discusses four key takeaways from Joe's book, “What's In It for Them,” that can benefit leaders and entrepreneurs alike. Despite a challenging start as a carpet cleaner with no money or experience, Joe's commitment to learning and connecting with others led him to become a successful entrepreneur and super-connector. Mike’s takeaways from this book will help listeners build valuable relationships and achieve success.Mike delves into Joe’s unique appr...2023-06-0212 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: 10 Cool Things About You [Episode 375]We all have cool things about ourselves, but how often do you take the time to list out the cool things about yourself? Chances are, it’s probably not very often, but after listening to a podcast with Dean Graziosi, Mike felt inspired to reflect on the cool things about himself. In Dean’s podcast episode, he talked about an exercise he called “10 Cool Things About Me” and listed them. It is easy to forget what's cool about you because you might be focused on everything wrong with you, or wrong in your life or business. Mike encourages you to go in...2023-05-0512 min
What Are You Made Of?Getting Unstuck and Making the Right Choices with Mike MalatestaShow Notes: In this episode, we talk about:- Mike’s childhood in Havertown, Penn- Getting a football scholarship in a prep school- His past decisions vs. his past choices- His waste management startup journey- The biggest challenge for entrepreneursLearn more about Mike Malatesta: Website: https://mikemalatesta.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/malatesta.mike/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemalatesta/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeMalatestaYoutube: https://www.yout...2022-07-1330 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Three Questions About My Book (#209)In today’s episode, I wanted to answer the three most common questions asked about my book or my process of writing the book. I wanted to share this with everyone hoping that it inspires you to write your own as well. I am hoping that my story will push you to do the thing that…Continue reading ➞ Three Questions About My Book (#209)The post Three Questions About My Book (#209) first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter ...2021-11-1211 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: 13 Things This Entrepreneur Doesn’t Do (#206)Welcome to another episode of How’d It Happen, but this time, it’s just me. In this episode, I’m sharing 13 things that help keep my positive outlook in life positive. These are information that I’ve come to accumulate through the years. I’m finally wise enough to know what makes me better – and what makes…Continue reading ➞ 13 Things This Entrepreneur Doesn’t Do (#206)The post 13 Things This Entrepreneur Doesn’t Do (#206) first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twit...2021-11-0519 minHow'd it Happen?Mike Maddock, On Transformative Growth (#178)Mike Maddock is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, global keynote speaker and transformative growth coach.The post Mike Maddock, On Transformative Growth (#178) first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube Coaching Get Mike’s book: Owner Shift Please LIKE 👍SHARE 📲SUBSCRIBE to stay updated on all LIVE Streams on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter2021-08-021h 09How'd it Happen?Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco, ‘What Are You Made Of’ Powerhouse, Living a Rocket Fuel Mindset to become Unstoppable – Episode 167Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco is the Co-Founder of Blooprinted, a social app and marketplace for successful step by step Blooprints to achieve pretty much anything. Share your expertise with the world, and get paid for it by selling your Blooprints online. And entrepreneurs that want to fast track development of a business can purchase a Blooprint…Continue reading ➞ Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco, ‘What Are You Made Of’ Powerhouse, Living a Rocket Fuel Mindset to become Unstoppable – Episode 167The post Mike “C-Roc” Ciorrocco, ‘What Are You Made Of’ Powerhouse, Living a Rocket Fuel Mindset to become Unstoppable – Episode 167 first appeared on Mike Malat...2021-06-161h 06How'd it Happen?Mike McDerment, Co-Founder Freshbooks, Stretching Yourself to Build a Product Company that Scales Easily – Episode 163Mike McDerment is the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of FreshBooks, the world’s #1 cloud accounting software for self-employed professionals. Built in 2003 after he accidentally saved over an invoice, Mike spent 3.5 years growing FreshBooks from his parents’ basement. Since then, over 24 million people have used FreshBooks to save time billing, and collect billions of…Continue reading ➞ Mike McDerment, Co-Founder Freshbooks, Stretching Yourself to Build a Product Company that Scales Easily – Episode 163The post Mike McDerment, Co-Founder Freshbooks, Stretching Yourself to Build a Product Company that Scales Easily – Episode 163 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect wi...2021-05-191h 00How'd it Happen?Mike Malatesta on the Win-Win Effect Podcast, hosted by Chris Ross – Episode 157.5I was honored to be a guest on The Win-Win Effect™ Podcast, hosted by Chris Ross. Chris has awesome conversations with Successful Entrepreneurs and Business Executives, and he let me be on his show anyway :-). You can learn more about Chris here https://lnkd.in/eHc_h7Q and at Winject Studios. In this episode, I talk with Chris about how money doesn’t…Continue reading ➞ Mike Malatesta on the Win-Win Effect Podcast, hosted by Chris Ross – Episode 157.5The post Mike Malatesta on the Win-Win Effect Podcast, hosted by Chris Ross – Episode 157.5 first appeared on Mike Malatest...2021-04-291h 23How'd it Happen?Gary Rabine, CEO, Paving Your Future with an Entrepreneur Mind – Episode 114Gary Rabine is the CEO and Chairman of Rabine Group, an award winning group of companies that helps local and national property asset managers maximize their long-term, return on investment with world-class, engineered solutions for commercial applications in concrete and asphalt paving, roofing, doors and docks, utility and municipal pipe inspection, snow removal, project management…Continue reading ➞ Gary Rabine, CEO, Paving Your Future with an Entrepreneur Mind – Episode 114The post Gary Rabine, CEO, Paving Your Future with an Entrepreneur Mind – Episode 114 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Websit...2020-09-091h 18How'd it Happen?Ryan Mason, CEO, A Journey from NFL Dreams to Yahoo’s 2020 Top 12 Entrepreneur to Follow – Episode 113Ryan Mason is the CEO of Luxe Brand, the world’s leading luxury shoelace brand. Luxe Brand shoelaces have been featured on Good Morning America, NFL Network, Foot Locker stores, and on over 30 athletes and celebrities. Luxe Brand shoelaces give people the choices they need to make themselves stand out in a crowd. Ryan was…Continue reading ➞ Ryan Mason, CEO, A Journey from NFL Dreams to Yahoo’s 2020 Top 12 Entrepreneur to Follow – Episode 113The post Ryan Mason, CEO, A Journey from NFL Dreams to Yahoo’s 2020 Top 12 Entrepreneur to Follow – Episode 113 first appeared on Mike Malatesta....2020-09-021h 05How'd it Happen?Paul Neuberger, President, Going “All In” on Your Top 3 Talents – Episode 112Paul Neuberger is the president of The Starr Group, which advises clients on business insurance, group health, personal lines and everything in between. Paul’s also the Founder of C-Suite for Christ, the Founder & CEO of the Cold Call Coach, the author of the best selling book The Secrets to Cold Call Success, the Founder…Continue reading ➞ Paul Neuberger, President, Going “All In” on Your Top 3 Talents – Episode 112The post Paul Neuberger, President, Going “All In” on Your Top 3 Talents – Episode 112 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website L...2020-08-261h 10How'd it Happen?Tah Whitty, Biointegration Expert, Fusing Honesty into Progress – Episode 111Tah Whitty is the Co-founder of Tah Kole Biointegration, where clients get mentorship and coaching to become aware of their bodies and teach them how to scale both personally and professionally, without crashing. Tah also mentors leaders on how to become authentic and natural, leading by example, asking questions and diving into the answers. As…Continue reading ➞ Tah Whitty, Biointegration Expert, Fusing Honesty into Progress – Episode 111The post Tah Whitty, Biointegration Expert, Fusing Honesty into Progress – Episode 111 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn...2020-08-201h 17How'd it Happen?Lomit Patel, VP of Growth, Leveraging AI to Grow Your Business – Episode 110Lomit Patel is the Vice President of Growth at IMVU. IMVU is the only platform where users can dive into a 3D social network, customize their avatars, chat with friends, shop, hang out at cool parties, share experiences, and even earn real money creating virtual products. Today more than 50,000 people make a living, selling…Continue reading ➞ Lomit Patel, VP of Growth, Leveraging AI to Grow Your Business – Episode 110The post Lomit Patel, VP of Growth, Leveraging AI to Grow Your Business – Episode 110 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: W...2020-08-131h 19How'd it Happen?Brandon Fishman, CEO, Infusing Intuition and Ideas into New Products – Episode 109Brandon FIshman is the CEO of Vitacup. Vitacup is the fastest growing functional coffee and tea brand in the country. Vitacup uniquely infuses powerhouse ingredients including B-Vitamins, MCT, Nootropics, Collagen, Garcinia, Ginseng, Probiotics and more, to make you feel good from the inside out with. Brandon has helped Vitacup achieve tremendous growth and has taken…Continue reading ➞ Brandon Fishman, CEO, Infusing Intuition and Ideas into New Products – Episode 109The post Brandon Fishman, CEO, Infusing Intuition and Ideas into New Products – Episode 109 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Websit...2020-08-0559 minHow'd it Happen?Dennis Moseley-Williams, Strategy Expert, Shifting Brands into Experiences – Episode 108Dennis Moseley-Williams is the founder of DMW Strategic Consulting. He’s also an author and published the book Serious Shift, starting a movement for those of us who are determined to make meaningful, positive and lasting change in our life and business. Dennis’ company works with entrepreneurs and business owners around the world who are looking…Continue reading ➞ Dennis Moseley-Williams, Strategy Expert, Shifting Brands into Experiences – Episode 108The post Dennis Moseley-Williams, Strategy Expert, Shifting Brands into Experiences – Episode 108 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn2020-07-301h 12How'd it Happen?Scott Mautz, Author and Keynote Speaker, Motivating Teams with Meaning – Episode 107Scott Mautz is the founder and CEO of Profound Performance, where he is a popular keynote speaker, workshop leader and author of the multi-award-winning books “Find the Fire” and “Make It Matter.” He’s a former Procter & Gamble senior executive who successfully ran several of the company’s largest multi-billion dollar businesses. Scott is also faculty…Continue reading ➞ Scott Mautz, Author and Keynote Speaker, Motivating Teams with Meaning – Episode 107The post Scott Mautz, Author and Keynote Speaker, Motivating Teams with Meaning – Episode 107 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website 2020-07-221h 08How'd it Happen?Steve Grubbs, CEO and Serial Entrepreneur, Immersing Education into Virtual Reality – Episode 106Steve Grubbs is the CEO of VictoryXR, one of the world’s leading companies in virtual reality educational products, having created over 240 unique virtual reality experiences. He’s also the CEO of Victorystore.com, Chalkbites and Victory Enterprises. Steve is a YPO member and currently working to create a place for virtual reality curriculum in schools and…Continue reading ➞ Steve Grubbs, CEO and Serial Entrepreneur, Immersing Education into Virtual Reality – Episode 106The post Steve Grubbs, CEO and Serial Entrepreneur, Immersing Education into Virtual Reality – Episode 106 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike:2020-07-151h 03How'd it Happen?Teresa Easler, Strategic Coach, Creating Your Future with Focus – Episode 105Teresa Easler is a coach to successful entrepreneurs in the use of Dan Sullivan’s Strategic Coach concepts and tools. She’s also a presentation coach, pitch coach and senior communications strategist at Connect to the Core, a coaching and consulting organization that creates and delivers programs for communication excellence. Teresa also hosts The Truth in High…Continue reading ➞ Teresa Easler, Strategic Coach, Creating Your Future with Focus – Episode 105The post Teresa Easler, Strategic Coach, Creating Your Future with Focus – Episode 105 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2020-07-091h 16How'd it Happen?Mike Paton, EOS Implementer, Synthesizing Profitable Outcomes – Episode 104Mike Paton is an author, an award-winning speaker, a Certified EOS Implementer® and the former Visionary of EOS Worldwide, the Entrepreneurial Operating System®. There is a belief by leaders that use EOS to strengthen the 6 components of their business, everything will fall into place to move their business into the top 5%. And it…Continue reading ➞ Mike Paton, EOS Implementer, Synthesizing Profitable Outcomes – Episode 104The post Mike Paton, EOS Implementer, Synthesizing Profitable Outcomes – Episode 104 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twit...2020-07-011h 08How'd it Happen?Jack Rooney, Marketing VP, Convincing Brands to be Ambitious – Episode 103Jack Rooney is the Senior Vice President for Marketing Strategy and Client Engagement for Fiserv. Prior to joining Fiserv in 2018, Jack spent more than a decade with The Ogilvy Group, culminating with his being named CEO of Ogilvy Chicago. Jack’s incredible journey included an early stint as the VP of Marketing for Miller Brewing…Continue reading ➞ Jack Rooney, Marketing VP, Convincing Brands to be Ambitious – Episode 103The post Jack Rooney, Marketing VP, Convincing Brands to be Ambitious – Episode 103 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website Link...2020-06-241h 15How'd it Happen?Dr. Scott Jorgensen, Prescribing a Path to the Joy of Medicine – Episode 102Dr. Scott Jorgensen is a Board-Certified internal medicine specialist with Madison Medical Affiliates in Mequon. Despite being raised by a family who owned a considerable construction business (in which he labored for 9 years prior to college), he knew early in his teens that he wanted to be a doctor. After earning his degree in…Continue reading ➞ Dr. Scott Jorgensen, Prescribing a Path to the Joy of Medicine – Episode 102The post Dr. Scott Jorgensen, Prescribing a Path to the Joy of Medicine – Episode 102 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: W...2020-06-171h 16How'd it Happen?Noah Rickun, President, Turning the Table on Mike to Uncover Success Secrets – Episode 101Noah Rickun is the President of ETE Reman who was with Mike before on episode 44. Mike’s become used to asking the questions but this time things are a bit different as Noah plays the role of the very first How’d it Happen ‘guest host’, turning the table on Mike to dig a little more…Continue reading ➞ Noah Rickun, President, Turning the Table on Mike to Uncover Success Secrets – Episode 101The post Noah Rickun, President, Turning the Table on Mike to Uncover Success Secrets – Episode 101 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mik...2020-06-101h 03How'd it Happen?Episode 100, Humbled and Inspired by These Words of My Podcast GuestsIn this special 100th episode, I reached out to the first 100 guests to share their experience on the How’d It Happen Podcast. I got a great response and just want to share some of those responses with you. I was humbled and inspired. I’m grateful to these successful people, for helping us get to…Continue reading ➞ Episode 100, Humbled and Inspired by These Words of My Podcast GuestsThe post Episode 100, Humbled and Inspired by These Words of My Podcast Guests first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: W...2020-06-0326 minHow'd it Happen?Scott Welsh, CEO, Adapting to Ripple Effects of Empty Office Space – Episode 99.5Scott Welsh is the CEO at Inland Companies, one of the largest full-service commercial real estate companies in Wisconsin. Scott shares an insider’s view on commercial real estate during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has impacted his real estate business and clients – including the ripple effect of people not being in downtown office…Continue reading ➞ Scott Welsh, CEO, Adapting to Ripple Effects of Empty Office Space – Episode 99.5The post Scott Welsh, CEO, Adapting to Ripple Effects of Empty Office Space – Episode 99.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: W...2020-06-0144 minHow'd it Happen?Matt Rinka, Partner, Rendering Hidden Opportunities into Modern Designs – Episode 99Matt Rinka is a partner and architect at Rinka, an innovative architectural practice that connects inspiring designs with practical and functional solutions. The firm has over 65 awards, many from the highest levels of professional recognition including American Institute of Architects (AIA), American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), and the Milwaukee Business Journal. If you’ve…Continue reading ➞ Matt Rinka, Partner, Rendering Hidden Opportunities into Modern Designs – Episode 99The post Matt Rinka, Partner, Rendering Hidden Opportunities into Modern Designs – Episode 99 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website Link...2020-05-281h 13How'd it Happen?Calvin McNeely, President, Lighting Up Fast Paced Growth for Franchise Startup – Episode 98Calvin McNeely is the co-founder and president of Runningboards Marketing, a franchise-able marketing company that drives client messaging straight to target audiences through mobile, customizable and trackable ads on Digital Advertising Vehicles (DAV®). Calvin started his first business at age 18 in his upstairs bedroom of his parents’ house. Over the years, Calvin has owned…Continue reading ➞ Calvin McNeely, President, Lighting Up Fast Paced Growth for Franchise Startup – Episode 98The post Calvin McNeely, President, Lighting Up Fast Paced Growth for Franchise Startup – Episode 98 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Webs...2020-05-201h 04How'd it Happen?Dr. Madan Kandula, CEO and Advent Founder, Living Beyond Fear During COVID-19 – Episode 97.5Dr. Madan Kandula is an Entrepreneur, Physician, CEO and the Founder of Advent, an independent ear, nose and throat medical practice. Mike talks with Dr. Kandula about how COVID-19 has impacted him personally, as well as his business. They also get deep into the how’s and why’s of the way people are thinking about the…Continue reading ➞ Dr. Madan Kandula, CEO and Advent Founder, Living Beyond Fear During COVID-19 – Episode 97.5The post Dr. Madan Kandula, CEO and Advent Founder, Living Beyond Fear During COVID-19 – Episode 97.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect w...2020-05-191h 02How'd it Happen?Dave Molenda, Amazon Best Selling Author, Growing on Purpose – Episode 97Dave Molenda is the author of Growing on Purpose, the Formula to Strengthen Your Team AND Improve Your Customer Experience. In addition to being a #1 Amazon Best-Selling Author, Dave is the founder of Positive Polarity, a start-up business he grew into a $10 million company and through which Dave passes the principles of his…Continue reading ➞ Dave Molenda, Amazon Best Selling Author, Growing on Purpose – Episode 97The post Dave Molenda, Amazon Best Selling Author, Growing on Purpose – Episode 97 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn...2020-05-131h 11How'd it Happen?Brian Adam, President, Pivoting Mascot Production to Make COVID-19 PPE – Episode 96.5Brian Adam is the President and CEO of Olympus Group, and a YPO member. In this episode Brian talks about how he and his company have been impacted by COVID-19 and the virtual shutdowns its caused in the trade show, sports and entertainment industries which had been three of Olympus’ major revenue producers. Mike and…Continue reading ➞ Brian Adam, President, Pivoting Mascot Production to Make COVID-19 PPE – Episode 96.5The post Brian Adam, President, Pivoting Mascot Production to Make COVID-19 PPE – Episode 96.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2020-05-1144 minHow'd it Happen?Michael Wagner, President, Pooling Ideas into Winning Franchise Brands – Episode 96Michael Wagner is the President of Pool Scouts, a franchise business that he co-founded in 2015 in collaboration with Buzz Franchise Brands. A graduate of UNC Greensboro, Michael worked in a variety of industries including Life Insurance, Corporate compliance and risk training, Corporate sales and Banking before starting Pool Scouts. Along the way, Michael had…Continue reading ➞ Michael Wagner, President, Pooling Ideas into Winning Franchise Brands – Episode 96The post Michael Wagner, President, Pooling Ideas into Winning Franchise Brands – Episode 96 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website Linked...2020-05-061h 07How'd it Happen?Dan Steininger, Milwaukee Innovator and COVID-19 Survivor, Why It’s an Old Person’s Disease – Episode 95.5Dan Steininger is on the show today and Dan was one of Mike’s first 20 podcast guests. He’s back today for a special reason but before we get into that, here’s a little bio on Dan. Dan is or has been a lawyer, a columnist and author of his bestselling book called “Move Mountains Every…Continue reading ➞ Dan Steininger, Milwaukee Innovator and COVID-19 Survivor, Why It’s an Old Person’s Disease – Episode 95.5The post Dan Steininger, Milwaukee Innovator and COVID-19 Survivor, Why It’s an Old Person’s Disease – Episode 95.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.2020-05-0442 minHow'd it Happen?Alison Qualter Berna and Allison Schlanger, Co-Founders, Seeding Franchise Growth with Systems – Episode 95Allison Schlanger and Alison Qualter Berna are the Co-Founders, along with their husbands, Craig and Bobby, of Apple Seeds all-in-one play spaces for families with children newborn to five years old, and Songs For Seeds, a state of the art rockin’ music program for newborns to 6 year old’s that they’ve franchised and grown to…Continue reading ➞ Alison Qualter Berna and Allison Schlanger, Co-Founders, Seeding Franchise Growth with Systems – Episode 95The post Alison Qualter Berna and Allison Schlanger, Co-Founders, Seeding Franchise Growth with Systems – Episode 95 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with M...2020-04-3042 minHow'd it Happen?Joe Delatte, President, Cleaning Up in Franchise Startup Investing – Episode 94Joe Delatte is the President of Home Clean Heroes, a vibrant, new residential cleaning franchise under the Buzz Franchise Brands umbrella. Joe spent most of his career building and sharpening skills in business management, leadership, strategic marketing, sales, product development, process improvement and creative thinking. Along the way, he’s held key marketing positions with large…Continue reading ➞ Joe Delatte, President, Cleaning Up in Franchise Startup Investing – Episode 94The post Joe Delatte, President, Cleaning Up in Franchise Startup Investing – Episode 94 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2020-04-231h 05How'd it Happen?Brad Deflin, CEO, Protecting Private Clients from Targeted Cyber Attacks – Episode 93Brad Deflin is the Founder and CEO of Total Digital Security, a cyber security firm that provides private clients and families with enterprise grade solutions for their personal technology and information. Brad began his career as an airline pilot for People Express before co-founding an airline ground support company that provided fueling, catering, cleaning and…Continue reading ➞ Brad Deflin, CEO, Protecting Private Clients from Targeted Cyber Attacks – Episode 93The post Brad Deflin, CEO, Protecting Private Clients from Targeted Cyber Attacks – Episode 93 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Websit...2020-04-151h 09How'd it Happen?Steve Sims, VIP Business Mogul, Being a Hustler is Not a Bad Thing – Episode 92Steve Sims is the author of the best-selling book, Bluefishing, The Art of Making Things Happen, the host of The Art of Making Things Happen Podcast, one of Mike’s favorites and the creator of the Steve D Sims Speakeasy. He’s the man who created Bluefish, the internationally famous company that makes once in a lifetime…Continue reading ➞ Steve Sims, VIP Business Mogul, Being a Hustler is Not a Bad Thing – Episode 92The post Steve Sims, VIP Business Mogul, Being a Hustler is Not a Bad Thing – Episode 92 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Conn...2020-04-091h 07How'd it Happen?Joe Gehrke, President, Getting Engaged in Kesslers Diamonds Culture – Episode 91Joe Gehrke is the President of Kesslers Diamond Center Inc., a prestigious diamond retailers with 7 locations throughout Wisconsin and Michigan. Joe began his career in banking with Comerica after graduating from Western Michigan University. Later, he was recruited to Milwaukee by Associated Bank, where he spent more than 16 years and became a Group…Continue reading ➞ Joe Gehrke, President, Getting Engaged in Kesslers Diamonds Culture – Episode 91The post Joe Gehrke, President, Getting Engaged in Kesslers Diamonds Culture – Episode 91 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn...2020-04-011h 05How'd it Happen?Dan Sullivan’s Strategic Coach Podcast – Success in Scary Times – Episode 90.5You can do this! In this special .5 episode, I publish an episode from Dan Sullivan’s Inside Strategic Coach Podcast, where he shares how he created the “Scary Times Success Manual.” You’ll get to understand the 10 points on how you can focus your company to deliver value and improve thinking and response during these…Continue reading ➞ Dan Sullivan’s Strategic Coach Podcast – Success in Scary Times – Episode 90.5The post Dan Sullivan’s Strategic Coach Podcast – Success in Scary Times – Episode 90.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedI...2020-03-2641 minHow'd it Happen?Scott Lurie, President, Building Your Creative Vision with the Best – Episode 90Scott Lurie is the Founder & President of F Street Group , an investment company that includes a number of industry vertical investments, including real estate, hospitality, lending, and emerging markets. After graduating from George Washington University, Scott returned home to Milwaukee in 2004 and began investing in real estate. Since then, he’s created many…Continue reading ➞ Scott Lurie, President, Building Your Creative Vision with the Best – Episode 90The post Scott Lurie, President, Building Your Creative Vision with the Best – Episode 90 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website Link...2020-03-251h 05How'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: How to Have Success in Scary Times by Dan Sullivan – Episode 89.5In this special .5 episode, I share my thoughts about the unique and challenging times we are currently facing due to the coronavirus pandemic. This is not just a business problem, it’s a global, human-being problem, the likes of which none of us has ever seen or dealt with before. In other words, there isn’t…Continue reading ➞ How to Have Success in Scary Times by Dan Sullivan – Episode 89.5The post How to Have Success in Scary Times by Dan Sullivan – Episode 89.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website...2020-03-2311 minHow'd it Happen?Bob Kendall, CEO, Pumping Profits for Advertisers and Entrepreneurs – Episode 89Bob Kendall is the Co-Founder & CEO of Cole Publishing, the idea for which came in 1979 from Bob’s friend, Pete Lawonn’s, desire to sell the used tank from his septic truck. They didn’t know how to get the word out to potential buyers. After some investigation, Bob discovered he could buy a list of…Continue reading ➞ Bob Kendall, CEO, Pumping Profits for Advertisers and Entrepreneurs – Episode 89The post Bob Kendall, CEO, Pumping Profits for Advertisers and Entrepreneurs – Episode 89 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website 2020-03-191h 10How'd it Happen?Nicole Holland, Powerhouse Podcaster, Bringing Listeners the Fire Inside You – Episode 88Nicole Holland is a highly sought-after Media Strategist & Coach, specializing in Podcasts & Podcast Guesting. She held a coveted “New & Noteworthy” distinction from Apple Podcasts for over 2 years, was named in The Huffington Post as one of “5-Must-Follow Women Entrepreneurs”, and has been featured on popular podcasts and publications including Entrepreneur Magazine,…Continue reading ➞ Nicole Holland, Powerhouse Podcaster, Bringing Listeners the Fire Inside You – Episode 88The post Nicole Holland, Powerhouse Podcaster, Bringing Listeners the Fire Inside You – Episode 88 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn ...2020-03-111h 31How'd it Happen?Dr. Madan Kandula, CEO, Opening Airways to Achieve Your Unlimited Potential – Episode 87Dr. Madan Kandula is an Entrepreneur, Physician, CEO, and the Founder of Advent, an independent ear, nose and throat (ENT) medical practice. Dr. Kandula has pioneered the use of In-Office balloon sinuplasty and minimally invasive sinus surgery. In addition, he’s been selected multiple times as one of America’s Top Physicians, been recognized as a Healthcare…Continue reading ➞ Dr. Madan Kandula, CEO, Opening Airways to Achieve Your Unlimited Potential – Episode 87The post Dr. Madan Kandula, CEO, Opening Airways to Achieve Your Unlimited Potential – Episode 87 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike:2020-03-041h 11How'd it Happen?Elliot Roth, Replacing Petroleum Based Food Additives with Algae – Episode 86Elliot Roth is a serial Entrepreneur and the Founder of Spira, Inc., a Los Angeles, CA based plant based, algae derived food ingredient manufacturer that hopes to modify the way that the world eats, reduce the environmental impact of traditional food production and eliminate hunger. Elliot’s goal is to replace the harmful animal and petroleum…Continue reading ➞ Elliot Roth, Replacing Petroleum Based Food Additives with Algae – Episode 86The post Elliot Roth, Replacing Petroleum Based Food Additives with Algae – Episode 86 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2020-02-261h 06How'd it Happen?Chip Duncan, Award Winning Filmmaker, Scripting the Untold and Unique Story – Episode 85Chip Duncan is the Founder of The Duncan Entertainment Group, a company that creates documentaries for release to broadcast networks, streaming services and educational platforms around the world. Chip’s film credits include Tolkien & Lewis – Myth, Imagination and the Quest for Meaning, The Reagan Presidency series, The Life and Death of Glaciers, and “Through…Continue reading ➞ Chip Duncan, Award Winning Filmmaker, Scripting the Untold and Unique Story – Episode 85The post Chip Duncan, Award Winning Filmmaker, Scripting the Untold and Unique Story – Episode 85 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website...2020-02-191h 19How'd it Happen?Dr. Tom Deans, CEO and Author, Why Silence is Killing Family Business Succession Planning – Episode 84Dr.Tom Deans is an Entrepreneur and the author of “Every Family’s Business: 12 Common Sense Questions to Protect Your Wealth”, a book that has sold more than a million copies in more than 100 countries and been selected by the New York Times as one of the top ten books that business owners should read.…Continue reading ➞ Dr. Tom Deans, CEO and Author, Why Silence is Killing Family Business Succession Planning – Episode 84The post Dr. Tom Deans, CEO and Author, Why Silence is Killing Family Business Succession Planning – Episode 84 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connec...2020-02-1353 minHow'd it Happen?Joe Fazio, CEO, Making Money Work for You with the Rule of 72 – Episode 83Joe Fazio is the Co-Founder and CEO of Commerce State Bank, a community bank that has grown rapidly. Joe’s led a wide-ranging career, that did not start on a track toward banking. He started in sales with the IBM Corporation and subsequently worked in Trust Management, General Management and Business Development positions. He also became the CEO of a technology start-up company. In 2017, Joe…Continue reading ➞ Joe Fazio, CEO, Making Money Work for You with the Rule of 72 – Episode 83The post Joe Fazio, CEO, Making Money Work for You with the Rule of 72 – Episode 83 first appeared on Mi...2020-02-061h 08How'd it Happen?Jim Zaiser, CEO, Engineering Double Digit Growth by Wandering Around – Episode 82Jim Zaiser is the President & CEO of Hydro-Thermal Corporation, a third-generation manufacturer of direct steam injection technology systems. Jim spent a decade working outside of the family business for companies like Robert Bosch and Strattec Security Corp. He earned a degree in mechanical engineering from Lehigh University and MBA from Keller Graduate School. Jim…Continue reading ➞ Jim Zaiser, CEO, Engineering Double Digit Growth by Wandering Around – Episode 82The post Jim Zaiser, CEO, Engineering Double Digit Growth by Wandering Around – Episode 82 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2020-01-291h 10How'd it Happen?John Corcoran, Partner at Rise 25, Get More Clients and Referrals with Podcasting – Episode 81John Corcoran is a partner at Rise 25, a company that helps B2B businesses get more clients, referrals and strategic partners through their ‘done for you’ podcast service. He’s also host of the The Smart Business Revolution podcast where he interviews today’s top entrepreneurs and authors to reveal how they use relationships to grow their businesses and their incomes. John graduated…Continue reading ➞ John Corcoran, Partner at Rise 25, Get More Clients and Referrals with Podcasting – Episode 81The post John Corcoran, Partner at Rise 25, Get More Clients and Referrals with Podcasting – Episode 81 first appeared on Mike Malatesta....2020-01-221h 03How'd it Happen?Mark Burish, Law Partner, Investing in Senior Living, Restaurants, and People – Episode 80Mark Burish is a partner at the law firm, Hurley Burish. Mark graduated from Marquette University and the UW Madison Law School. In addition to his law practice, Mark is a real estate investor, an entrepreneur – he’s owned and sold two assisted living community companies –a philanthropist – he is one of the founding…Continue reading ➞ Mark Burish, Law Partner, Investing in Senior Living, Restaurants, and People – Episode 80The post Mark Burish, Law Partner, Investing in Senior Living, Restaurants, and People – Episode 80 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2020-01-171h 05How'd it Happen?Mike Harris, CEO, Patina Nation – the Rise of Executives on Demand – Episode 79Mike Harris is the Founder & CEO of Patina Solutions, a leading interim management firm for professionals with 25+ years of experience who desire — and choose —to work in rewarding, engagement-based roles. Mike has a unique collection of experiences. He began his career in public accounting, moved into an analyst role with a venture…Continue reading ➞ Mike Harris, CEO, Patina Nation – the Rise of Executives on Demand – Episode 79The post Mike Harris, CEO, Patina Nation – the Rise of Executives on Demand – Episode 79 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website L...2020-01-151h 06How'd it Happen?Aleta Norris, Women Who Spark: 12 Steps to Happiness, Confidence, Purpose – Episode 78.5Aleta Norris, the leadership development expert and co-founder of Living as a Leader, has just written a book, titled, “Women Who Spark: 12 steps to catapult happiness, cultivate confidence, and discover the purpose of your life.” In her book, Aleta shows you how to create a life you love, defined by, turning an overwhelming to-do…Continue reading ➞ Aleta Norris, Women Who Spark: 12 Steps to Happiness, Confidence, Purpose – Episode 78.5The post Aleta Norris, Women Who Spark: 12 Steps to Happiness, Confidence, Purpose – Episode 78.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website...2020-01-131h 10How'd it Happen?Brad Davidson, World Class Trainer, Eliminating Stress & the Seven Executive Sins – Episode 78Brad Davidson is a California based fitness expert who trains professional athletes and executives how to optimize their energy by understanding what he calls their symptomology and by making sure that their SHMECK is in check. Brad is also an entrepreneur, having started his first fitness gym as a young adult while living out of his car, the author of…Continue reading ➞ Brad Davidson, World Class Trainer, Eliminating Stress & the Seven Executive Sins – Episode 78The post Brad Davidson, World Class Trainer, Eliminating Stress & the Seven Executive Sins – Episode 78 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect...2020-01-101h 05How'd it Happen?Steve Palec, In Awe: Beatles, Baseball, & Bourbon – Appreciating Spectacular and Simple Stuff – Episode 77.5Steve Palec has just written a book, where your journey begins alongside him in a speech classroom and takes you into interviews with greats including Ringo Starr, Les Paul, Don McLean, and Alice Cooper. You’ll walk with him on the diamond at Miller Park and the grounds of Lambeau Field. Follow his ups and downs…Continue reading ➞ Steve Palec, In Awe: Beatles, Baseball, & Bourbon – Appreciating Spectacular and Simple Stuff – Episode 77.5The post Steve Palec, In Awe: Beatles, Baseball, & Bourbon – Appreciating Spectacular and Simple Stuff – Episode 77.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with M...2020-01-071h 12How'd it Happen?Christine Specht, CEO, Evolving the Brand and Franchise Model at Cousins Subs – Episode 77Christine Specht is the CEO of Cousin’s Subs, a Wisconsin based sub shop chain started by her Dad and his cousin in 1972. She has a bachelor’s degree in criminology & law studies from Marquette University and a master’s in public administration from American University. Although Christine worked in the family’s restaurants as a teenager,…Continue reading ➞ Christine Specht, CEO, Evolving the Brand and Franchise Model at Cousins Subs – Episode 77The post Christine Specht, CEO, Evolving the Brand and Franchise Model at Cousins Subs – Episode 77 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with...2020-01-031h 15How'd it Happen?Deeatra Kajfosz, Executive Director, Saving Lives from Ending Prematurely by Suicide – Episode 76Deeatra Kajfosz is the Executive Director of LiFE OF HOPE, a non-profit she created that is in the business of saving lives that may otherwise end prematurely by suicide. Raised by a single mother, Deeatra learned at age 6 that the man she called Dad was not actually her father. Her mother was not forthcoming…Continue reading ➞ Deeatra Kajfosz, Executive Director, Saving Lives from Ending Prematurely by Suicide – Episode 76The post Deeatra Kajfosz, Executive Director, Saving Lives from Ending Prematurely by Suicide – Episode 76 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: W...2020-01-011h 26How'd it Happen?Matt Morin, CEO, Your Home Based Solution to Sweating Past Stale Workouts – Episode 75Matt Morin is the Founder & CEO of Home Fit, the customized workout that comes to you. Matt launched Home Fit after starting his career as a professional MMA fighter and professional fitness trainer. He saw an opportunity and a need to deliver his unique and proven fitness approach to clients in the privacy of their own homes and…Continue reading ➞ Matt Morin, CEO, Your Home Based Solution to Sweating Past Stale Workouts – Episode 75The post Matt Morin, CEO, Your Home Based Solution to Sweating Past Stale Workouts – Episode 75 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect...2019-12-271h 21How'd it Happen?Giacomo Fallucca, CEO, Stretching Family Dough into a Pizza Empire – Episode 74Giacomo Falluca is the CEO of Palermo’s, one of the largest independent frozen pizza brands and contract pizza manufacturer in the US with more than 650 employees and revenue of several hundred million dollars annually. Palermo’s brands include Palermo’s, Screamin’ Sicilian, Urban Pie and Connie’s. Giacomo is a member of Vistage and one of a few select members of Dr. Tom Hill’s, Hill’s…Continue reading ➞ Giacomo Fallucca, CEO, Stretching Family Dough into a Pizza Empire – Episode 74The post Giacomo Fallucca, CEO, Stretching Family Dough into a Pizza Empire – Episode 74 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.2019-12-251h 16How'd it Happen?Dr. Nido Qubein, High Point University President, Happiness through Significance – Episode 73Dr. Nido Qubein is the President of High Point University, a school from which he graduated after immigrating to the United States when he was 17 years old. Having been an entrepreneur and a successful businessman, Dr. Qubein was serving on the High Point University Board when the need for a new President arose. In…Continue reading ➞ Dr. Nido Qubein, High Point University President, Happiness through Significance – Episode 73The post Dr. Nido Qubein, High Point University President, Happiness through Significance – Episode 73 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2019-12-2041 minHow'd it Happen?Dr. J.J. Peterson, Why Your Marketing Needs Customers as the Hero – Episode 72Dr.J.J. Peterson is the Chief of Staff at Story Brand, a Nashville TN marketing firm that helps companies clarify their message and grow their business. J.J. has a Masters in the study of story and recently earned his Doctorate in Philosophy with an emphasis on story from Regent University. He’s dedicated his life to making…Continue reading ➞ Dr. J.J. Peterson, Why Your Marketing Needs Customers as the Hero – Episode 72The post Dr. J.J. Peterson, Why Your Marketing Needs Customers as the Hero – Episode 72 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Co...2019-12-191h 08How'd it Happen?Dave Strand, CEO, Welding Together a Championship Culture – Episode 71Dave Strand is a private investor and previous Owner & CEO of Wisconsin Oven Corporation, an East Troy, WI based manufacturer of large heat treat and other specialty thermal ovens for industry. When Wisconsin Oven was sold to Thermal Product Solutions, Dave became its CEO, responsible for 4 oven manufacturing companies located throughout the United States. He’s also the author of an…Continue reading ➞ Dave Strand, CEO, Welding Together a Championship Culture – Episode 71The post Dave Strand, CEO, Welding Together a Championship Culture – Episode 71 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Websit...2019-12-131h 32How'd it Happen?Paul Schueller, CEO, Energizing Sustainability for Utility Companies – Episode 70Paul Schueller is the founder and CEO of Franklin Energy, and the author of “The Squeeze” his debut novel, which Mike highly recommends. From a young age, Paul became interested in power generation and that interest led him to become a mechanical engineer and get a job at the local gas & utility company, where he worked for 7 years before deciding…Continue reading ➞ Paul Schueller, CEO, Energizing Sustainability for Utility Companies – Episode 70The post Paul Schueller, CEO, Energizing Sustainability for Utility Companies – Episode 70 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website...2019-12-111h 07How'd it Happen?Jim Lindenberg, CEO, Wiring Guaranteed Success with 25 Core Values – Episode 69Jim Lindenberg is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO of Lindy Enterprise, a consulting practice that helps business owners develop and execute strategies that improve results. Prior to founding Lindy Enterprises, Jim founded World Class Wire & Cable, an electrical distribution company that he grew rapidly before selling to a strategic buyer in 2008. Since then, Jim has owned and sold…Continue reading ➞ Jim Lindenberg, CEO, Wiring Guaranteed Success with 25 Core Values – Episode 69The post Jim Lindenberg, CEO, Wiring Guaranteed Success with 25 Core Values – Episode 69 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Web...2019-12-061h 08How'd it Happen?Scott Welsh, CEO, Constructing Dramatic Growth in Commercial Real Estate – Episode 68Scott Welsh is the CEO of Inland Companies. Inland is a global partner with Colliers International and one of Wisconsin’s largest commercial real estate brokers. Scott purchased the business from his father in 1996 when he returned to Milwaukee after cutting his teeth as a commercial real estate broker in Minneapolis. The business has grown dramatically under Scott’s leadership and…Continue reading ➞ Scott Welsh, CEO, Constructing Dramatic Growth in Commercial Real Estate – Episode 68The post Scott Welsh, CEO, Constructing Dramatic Growth in Commercial Real Estate – Episode 68 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with M...2019-12-051h 09How'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Taking a Chance on New Meetings – Episode 61.5In this story, I share what goes on in my introverted head when I’m ‘forced” to meet new people in networking type situations and how I’ve learned to deal with it. I know it’s not my “fault” that I’m an introvert but being so has made it difficult for me to enthusiastically seek out and…Continue reading ➞ Taking a Chance on New Meetings – Episode 61.5The post Taking a Chance on New Meetings – Episode 61.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagra...2019-11-1204 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Slowing Down to Grow Up – Episode 57.5On the football field when I was a kid and a teenager, I was fast. Not the fastest, but in the top 10%, I’d say. One of a few hares amongst many other tortoises. Those days are long gone and, these days, I’m definitely the reverse, a tortoise settled into the comfort of a slow and steady…Continue reading ➞ Slowing Down to Grow Up – Episode 57.5The post Slowing Down to Grow Up – Episode 57.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram 2019-10-3007 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: The Pain of Dormant Curiosity – Episode 56.5If there is one thing that has pushed and propelled me to move forward in the direction I’ve needed over the years, it’s been my curiosity. It’s been natural for me to wonder, investigate, ask questions, and seek answers. To ask “Why?” I’ve always wanted to know more than I knew. To figure out things…Continue reading ➞ The Pain of Dormant Curiosity – Episode 56.5The post The Pain of Dormant Curiosity – Episode 56.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram T...2019-10-2308 minHow'd it Happen?Peg Ann, CEO, Redemption from Feeling like a Cracked Tile – Episode 56This is part 2 with Peg Ann, a former Co-Owner of the Empire Level Corporation, the CEO of Life Moves, LLC, a mogul on the TV Show “Project Pitch It” and an incredibly generous Philanthropist. In part 2, Mike and Peg talk about her tumultuous and triumphant journey after becoming Co-Owner of the Empire Level…Continue reading ➞ Peg Ann, CEO, Redemption from Feeling like a Cracked Tile – Episode 56The post Peg Ann, CEO, Redemption from Feeling like a Cracked Tile – Episode 56 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website Linked...2019-10-181h 05How'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: The Power of Idea Discipline – Episode 55.5A business needs discipline to be successful. There’s no question about that. Without the discipline to stick to a plan, identify and replicate the things that work and stay on task in a world that seems to be designed to blow you off course, a business can seem like a tail wagging the dog, kind…Continue reading ➞ The Power of Idea Discipline – Episode 55.5The post The Power of Idea Discipline – Episode 55.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter2019-10-1507 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Who Wants to Fail – Episode 54.5I never expect to fail. I’m afraid of being seen as a screw up, or at least I used to be. Which is crazy, because I’ve failed so many times that you might think I would go into everything I do expecting to fail – because the odds of it happening are so lopsided. I’ve…Continue reading ➞ Who Wants to Fail – Episode 54.5The post Who Wants to Fail – Episode 54.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Y...2019-10-0805 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: It’s My Fault – Episode 53.5This is a story about responsibility that I call, “It’s My Fault.” “My assistant really dropped the ball on me this time.” “My drivers can’t follow simple directions.” “Our sales guys are useless.” “Our people are too dumb to understand a 401k plan.” “We’re pissing money away and nobody seems to give a damn about…Continue reading ➞ It’s My Fault – Episode 53.5The post It’s My Fault – Episode 53.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube Coaching...2019-10-0109 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: My Future is My Property – Episode 52.5“My Future is my property.” – Wow, that one landed on me like a ton of bricks. I didn’t come up with it. It was presented to me while I was a participant in the strategic coach program. One of the best programs I’ve ever found for helping entrepreneurs raise the level of their game.…Continue reading ➞ My Future is My Property – Episode 52.5The post My Future is My Property – Episode 52.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Y...2019-09-2508 minHow'd it Happen?Tim O’Connor, 3 Proven Rules to Earn over $1000 per Hour – Episode 50Tim O’Connor is a Managing Director at Sandler O’Neill, an independent, full-service investment banking firm. He’s also Mike’s oldest and best friend, a friendship that started in elementary school at St. Denis School in Havertown PA. Tim graduated from the University of Delaware and started his career in the corporate world as an accountant. He quickly rose through…Continue reading ➞ Tim O’Connor, 3 Proven Rules to Earn over $1000 per Hour – Episode 50The post Tim O’Connor, 3 Proven Rules to Earn over $1000 per Hour – Episode 50 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike:2019-09-0655 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: 8 Unbelievable Ways People Became Successful Entrepreneurs – Episode 42.5There are so many people that become successful entrepreneurs but we often don’t know how it happened – and what experiences and motivations led to these extraordinary achievements. In this podcast I highlight 8 Unbelievable Ways People Became Successful Entrepreneurs, to help you find your path and motivation to success. Todd Barden, 401k expert, wealth…Continue reading ➞ 8 Unbelievable Ways People Became Successful Entrepreneurs – Episode 42.5The post 8 Unbelievable Ways People Became Successful Entrepreneurs – Episode 42.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter2019-07-1736 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: 12 Minute CEO Lessons – I Ignored the Signs – Episode 34.5In this video episode Aleta Norris explores what went wrong when Mike “Ignored the Signs” during an acquisition, https://youtu.be/TsCe1TQRxws and how it helped him get a systematic process in place to acquire companies, instead of going on instinct and the notion of “We can fix it, we can fix anything.” Aleta also chats with Mike…Continue reading ➞ 12 Minute CEO Lessons – I Ignored the Signs – Episode 34.5The post 12 Minute CEO Lessons – I Ignored the Signs – Episode 34.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn 2019-05-1510 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: 12 Minute CEO Lessons – All Lessons Come with Pain – Episode 33.5In this video episode Aleta Norris explores why Mike believes “All Lessons Come with Pain” and how it how it helps us get up, get going and kept moving on to achieve our goals and get over the pain that we experience along the way. Watch the video https://youtu.be/fLbNlS7_9Vg. Aleta also chats with Mike about…Continue reading ➞ 12 Minute CEO Lessons – All Lessons Come with Pain – Episode 33.5The post 12 Minute CEO Lessons – All Lessons Come with Pain – Episode 33.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website 2019-05-0810 minHow'd it Happen?Monica Zhang, Questions from an Aspiring Global Entrepreneur – Episode 33Monica Zhang is a highschool senior at Brookfield Academy. Monica is an international student whose home is in Shanghai, China. In a bit of a role reversal, Monica asked if she could interview Mike about entrepreneurship for her International Freedom Seminar project. Her goal for the project is to write a case study for global entrepreneurism based on…Continue reading ➞ Monica Zhang, Questions from an Aspiring Global Entrepreneur – Episode 33The post Monica Zhang, Questions from an Aspiring Global Entrepreneur – Episode 33 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website ...2019-05-0340 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: 12 Minute CEO Lessons – Be Selfish and Like Your Grudges – Episode 32.5In this short video episode, Aleta Norris explores why Mike believes “being selfish” helped him become a better leader, grow his company, and accomplish his goals. Watch the Video https://youtu.be/IrhEkQJewqw Aleta also chats with Mike about why he eventually decided to “Like his Grudge,” after he realized that his grudge towards a competitor was distracting…Continue reading ➞ 12 Minute CEO Lessons – Be Selfish and Like Your Grudges – Episode 32.5The post 12 Minute CEO Lessons – Be Selfish and Like Your Grudges – Episode 32.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website 2019-05-0111 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: The First Tragedy, I Didn’t Sign Up for This – Episode 31.5Mike shares the first tragedy, about the tragic death of his employee, Billy, who died from performing the duties of his job. Mike tells the events of that tragic day as they unfolded, how he felt beside the casket wishing Billy was still here, and his struggle with unanswered questions. This tragic loss of life,…Continue reading ➞ The First Tragedy, I Didn’t Sign Up for This – Episode 31.5The post The First Tragedy, I Didn’t Sign Up for This – Episode 31.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2019-04-2415 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: 10 Leadership Habits That Work, for Me at Least – Episode 30.5Mike explores Leadership – the one thing that we easily recognize when it’s terrible, feel empowered to take on anything when it’s great, and can take a lifetime to master. Get your notepad ready because I know you will find some good leadership habits you will want to start using right away. Stay Calm Be…Continue reading ➞ 10 Leadership Habits That Work, for Me at Least – Episode 30.5The post 10 Leadership Habits That Work, for Me at Least – Episode 30.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn...2019-04-1718 minHow'd it Happen?Mike Gosman, Betting on Strong Families to Rebuild Milwaukee – Episode 29Mike Gosman is the CEO of ACTS Housing, a non-profit with a mission of empowerment through homeownership. Mike graduated from Indiana University with a degree in History. As a student, Mike was heavily involved in the Memorial Union Board, where he had the opportunity to plan major campus events that included visits from artists like Maya…Continue reading ➞ Mike Gosman, Betting on Strong Families to Rebuild Milwaukee – Episode 29The post Mike Gosman, Betting on Strong Families to Rebuild Milwaukee – Episode 29 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website...2019-04-051h 20How'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Red Flags Entrepreneurs Can’t Ignore and Betrayal – Episode 28.5In this 3rd video episode with Aleta Norris, co-founder of Living as a Leader, I share two stories about ignoring the signs of bad business deals and how I was betrayed by one of my earliest employees, and how it has changed my approach. (Watch here https://youtu.be/y4WdXOKdgzc ) In the first story you’ll learn how…Continue reading ➞ Red Flags Entrepreneurs Can’t Ignore and Betrayal – Episode 28.5The post Red Flags Entrepreneurs Can’t Ignore and Betrayal – Episode 28.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website...2019-04-0331 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Why Entrepreneurs Need Pain and Fear – Episode 27.5In this 2nd video episode with Aleta Norris, co-founder of Living as a Leader, I share two stories about experiencing pain and fear, and the entrepreneurial lessons that it taught me. (Watch here https://youtu.be/GQQlLIiGg2c ) First, I believe all lessons come with pain. As an entrepreneur and CEO, I learned there is no success without…Continue reading ➞ Why Entrepreneurs Need Pain and Fear – Episode 27.5The post Why Entrepreneurs Need Pain and Fear – Episode 27.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn In...2019-03-2244 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Success from Being Selfish and Liking My Grudges – Episode 25.5In this video episode and podcast, I talk with Aleta Norris about two controversial topics that I firmly believe in, and have made me a better person and more effective leader because of it. ( Watch here https://youtu.be/hruF_CSF69Y ) First, I believe entrepreneurs need to be selfish, specifically with their time. As an entrepreneur, and…Continue reading ➞ Success from Being Selfish and Liking My Grudges – Episode 25.5The post Success from Being Selfish and Liking My Grudges – Episode 25.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website2019-03-1430 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: We Hit a Milestone, Honoring Our Guests and What’s Next – Episode 21.5Half of all podcasts have 14 or fewer episodes, and only 30% make it past the 21st episode. So in this 21st and half episode, we’ve gotten further than most podcasts, and we thank the amazing guests that joined us along the way. In this episode I give a quick shout-out to our guests of…Continue reading ➞ We Hit a Milestone, Honoring Our Guests and What’s Next – Episode 21.5The post We Hit a Milestone, Honoring Our Guests and What’s Next – Episode 21.5 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website...2019-02-1405 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: My Entrepreneurial Story – Episode 2Mike co-founded a company in 1992 that grew to $45 million in revenue, across 6 locations, with 140 team members, by 2015. The company was recently acquired by a large publicly traded company and now Mike is an entrepreneur, writer, blogger, and podcast host as well. In this episode, Mike is interviewed by Dave Mastovich…Continue reading ➞ Mike Malatesta, My Entrepreneurial Story – Episode 2The post Mike Malatesta, My Entrepreneurial Story – Episode 2 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube Coachin...2018-08-3056 minHow'd it Happen?Mike’s Mind: Welcome and What To Expect – Episode 1How’d It Happen is an interview-based podcast hosted by me, Mike Malatesta, that explore the stories, the beliefs, the actions, and experiences of my guests, all of whom have achieved a high level of success in their lives. I like to define success as the value a person creates for others in the world. My…Continue reading ➞ Welcome and What To Expect – Episode 1The post Welcome and What To Expect – Episode 1 first appeared on Mike Malatesta.To Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter2018-08-2704 min