The Culture Matters Podcast

“To become truly great, one has to stand with people, not above them” - Baron De MontesquieuFrequent guest and good fried to the show Tony Capullo, the founder of South Fork Business Ventures, is back again today!  Jay and Tony are talking level playing fields, the keys to expertise, and just how important the ability to communicate is in business.  If you've heard Tony on the show before you know he's a real one, so enjoy another great  conversation with Tony Capullo on The Culture Matters Podcast! 

“I’ve never known any trouble that an hour’s reading did not relieve.” - Baron De MontesquieuIs getting up early a cheat code?  EPM partner Eddy Perez seems thinks so!  Eddy and Jay deep dive into health and wellness and some of the benefits to getting up before the sun can have on your physical, mental, and spiritual health.  We're stacking habits and keeping ourselves healthy on today's episode of The Culture Matters Podcast! 

“The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people are so full of doubt.” - Burtron RusselAaron Scott Young is the chairman of Laughlin Associates and the creator of The Unshackled Owner and he is back on the show to talk personal development with Jay.  On today's episode we're getting a tangent about Robert Frost and that's just the beginning!  Aaron unpacks the benefits of being curious, how traveling and educating yourself can lead to a broader sense of understanding, and why you should take risks even if it is scary.  We're covering a lot today, so please enjoy this conversation with the one and only Aaron Scott Young.  

“The only thing that will redeem mankind is cooperation.” - Burton RusselRobert Frehafer is the founder of Guardian Roofing and Siding and repeat guest on the show.  On today's episode, Robert and Jay are talking about goals and the importance of going above and beyond for your employees.  We're getting into conflict resolution, a leader's responsibilities, understanding, and faith.  There's a lot to unpack today, so enjoy this conversation with Robert Frehafer. 

“No institution can possibly survive if it needs geniuses or supermen to manage it. It must be organized in such a way as to be able to get along under a leadership composed of average human beings.” - Peter DruckerGood friend of the Culture Matters family and mortgage lender extraordinaire Bill Mervin stops by today for another great chat with Jay.  Jay and Bill discuss the culture of the industry, some of the pitfalls, and how a lack of knowledge can absolutely be a dangerous thing.  If there is anything you want to know regarding mortgages and the real estate game, Bill Mervin is your guy. 

“There is nothing impossible to whom who will try.” - Alexander The GreatReal estate professional and good friend of the show John Swartz is to talk business.  Jay and John get into the philosophy of is there a such thing as wasted time and how the real estate industry is struggling in the current economic climate and ways to potentially overcome those struggles.  Should you relocate if you're a top earner at your company?  How has COVID affected the up and coming generation of leaders?  Stay tuned to find out those answers and more with the always real John Swartz. 

“Intellect is a wild force in history, but it can also be a destructive power. It becomes an instrument of justification for impulse.” Kevin DeLory is the Chief Lending Officer & Partner at EPM and a repeat guest of The Culture Matters Podcast.  On the docket today is a brief discussion on being able to change a less than ideal culture and the value of perseverance.  We're talking about the power of "I will" and how creating trust and equality within a company should always be a top priority.  Can having too much money be a problem?  Let Kevin unpack that for you on today's episode! 

“A hero is no braver than an ordinary man, but he is brave five minutes longer.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson Michael Ferraro is a luxury real estate professional within the Compass team based in Connecticut.  Today we're discussing how the real estate market has changed due to the current economic client and how real estate professionals all over are having to adjust their tactics since what worked in the past isn't necessarily an option anymore.  There are a couple little insider tips today so listen carefully to this informative conversation with Michael Ferraro. 

“What is success? To laugh often and much. To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children. To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends. To appreciate the beauty. To find the best in others. To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition. To know even one life has been made easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” Ralph Waldo EmersonKenny Phillips is the Senior VP of mortgage lending at EPM and is here to tell you that there is a lot of value and laughter and having fun at work.  If you can create an environment where people want to be then they are going to show up every day happy and ready to produce.  It's a big culture conversation today on The Culture Matters Podcast! 

“All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make, the better.” - Ralph Waldo EmersonChristopher Adams is the CEO of Hero Brands and a guy who gets things done.  Things are getting started a little differently today as Chris takes Jay through his journey being on the forefront of putting gaming content on YouTube and receiving checks for doing something that he loved.  We're also getting into time management, passions, and the value of making sure your people know they are heard and supported.  Enjoy this conversation from a true innovator and pioneer, Christopher Adams.