Coffee with Jon - Think Big. Get Unstuck. Grow Your Business

Jon talks with Dr. TJ Ahn, Podiatrist and Private Practice Consultant, about everything Podiatry and marketing. Dr. TJ Ahn is a first-generation Korean immigrant who came to America alone when he was only 19 without any connections or ability to speak English. Determined to live the American Dream, Dr. Ahn spent the next 30 years honing his medical and business skills. Dr. Ahn has established a successful podiatry practice in the Chicagoland area where he has been practicing since 2003. As a leader in his industry, Dr. Ahn has spoken at many lectures, conferences and seminars sharing his knowledge, experience and vision for the future. He is an active Associate Professor at the Academy of Minimally Invasive Foot & Ankle Surgery. Dr. Ahn is a pure-bred entrepreneur and is involved in other sectors, including real estate investing, business coaching, private - practice consulting, and marketing — all with one vision in mind: to help physicians build profitable private practices without the hassle of insurance networks. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Dr. TJ Ahn: Website: https://drtjahn.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BSPBooks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtjahn/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtjahn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtjahn/

Jon and Lee Trepeck, Director of Camp Maas, talk about how the camping industry pivoted this past summer and what the future of summer camp looks like. Lee has been with Camp Maas since 2009 and through the years, having grown up as a camper and staff member at a summer camp in northern Michigan, he has played an active role in the Detroit Jewish community assuming many leadership roles on the New Leaders Project, the YAD Executive Board, Israel Missions and the Temple Israel Board of Directors. Lee brings an extensive background to Tamarack Camps as he holds degrees from the University of Michigan and Case Western Reserve University School of Law, as well as experience in real estate, law, and the restaurant industry. Lee is thrilled to pursue his life-long dream and true passion for summer camp, children, and Jewish fulfillment. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Lee Trepeck: Website: https://tamarackcamps.com

Jon talks with Michael Versaci, about everything franchising restaurant and the restaurant world adapting with a pandemic. Michael Versaci is a Restaurateur and Entrepreneur. Detroit Sports fan. Proud father and husband. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!

Studies have shown that 85% of the jobs now may no longer exist in the future. With that in mind, how would you prepare for future business sale? In today's Q&A episode, Jon answers the question "What are the most important things to do if you want to prepare your business for sale in about 10 years? Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!

Jon and Jeff talk with Rob Dube, author of 'Do Nothing' on the power of meditation and how to quiet our minds and get back to center during stressful times. Rob Dube, Author and President of imageOne: From Blow Pops to Forbes' Best Small Companies! Rob Dube got his start selling Blow Pops out of his locker in high school and is President and Co-founder of imageOne, which was ranked on the 2017 list of Forbes Small Giants: America's Best Small Companies. Throughout Rob's 26 years experience, he has developed an unwavering passion for delivering extraordinary experiences that positively impact the lives of his team members, the goals of their customers, and the fabric of the community — a unique approach to business that has driven the company to success in its industry and as a top workplace. Rob is also the author of donothing™: the most rewarding leadership challenge you will ever take, set for release in early 2018, and founder of the upcoming donothing™ leadership silent retreat. Back to the Blow Pops — an early passion for entrepreneurship took shape in high school, when Rob teamed up with imageOne Co-founder and CEO Joel Pearlman to start their first business together, selling Blow Pops. Today, with Core Values as the foundation, Rob and Joel have grown imageOne into the leading organization in Document Lifecycle Management and a company well-known as exceptional; receiving national recognition for its rapid growth and strong focus on culture. Along with its 2017 Small Giants distinction from Forbes Magazine as one of 25 Best Small Companies in America, imageOne is also recognized as a National Best and Brightest Company to Work For (5 time honoree), one of Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies in America (6 time honoree), a 2017 Positive Workplace by the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business, and one of Crain's Detroit Cool Places to Work 2018 (2 time honoree). Rob is a Member of the Small Giants Journey and past Member of the Board of Directors for the Small Giants Community, the Board of Trustees for the Boys and Girls Club, and past President of the Detroit Chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization. Rob received the 2013 RARE Everyday Hero award for community service. As an author and speaker, Rob challenges business leaders to donothing™, sharing his lessons learned from more than 12 years of a daily meditation practice, as well as biannual silent meditation retreats. In addition to his book, he is a contributor at Forbes, Thrive Global, and EO Octane. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Rob Dube: Twitter: @robddube Website: www.imageoneway.com Email: rdube@imageoneway.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube His TEDx Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQ_rgKop-Bc And his book and retreat: http://www.donothingbook.com

Jon talks with Don Carey and Glenn Parker, former NFL players, about life after the NFL and finding their new purpose. Don Carey: The REECH Foundation provides students the opportunity of academic achievement and exposure to diverse areas through hands-on, innovative programs with the hope of ultimately inspiring them to reach their maximum potential and become significant contributors to society. It was founded by Don & Lakeisha Carey to impact inner city youth by expanding their horizons to new opportunities they may not have known existed. They believe that by providing students the opportunity of academic achievement and exposure to diverse arenas, they can ultimately be inspired to reach their maximum potential and become significant contributors to society. The foundation's main areas of focus are STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math), physical wellbeing, health, social and moral responsibility along with vocational and collegiate preparation. Glenn Parker: Born and raised in Huntington Beach, CA, Glenn was raised at the beach. He played all sports until age 14 when being physically and emotionally less mature than his friends he quit. In HS he continued to surf and play basketball at the community courts and became involved with a historical reenactment club. It was while working as a bouncer and attending some classiness at the local JC at the age of 20 that the idea of playing football was introduced to Glenn. It was something of a perfect storm to bring him to trying out at Goldenwest College. Working in a club where the LA Rams frequented, they recognized him while he was playing basketball at a local court against ex-NBA guys, the fact that working his way through college looked to be a long haul, and that his best friend who played at Stanford also encouraged him to go out, all served to push him into action. After sitting and watching for a year at Goldenwest he started 7 games and was heavily recruited. He chose Arizona over USC, Tennessee, and Oregon among others. Glenn Started 21 games as a Wildcat and was drafted in the 3rd round of the 1990 NFL Draft. He would play 12 seasons in the NFL, 7 for the Bills, 3 for the KC Chiefs and 2 for the NY Giants. In 1998 Glenn is one of a handful of players to play in 5 Super Bowls. He became the only Offensive Lineman in team history to be elected MVP by his teammates, also winning the Ed Block Courage award from the NFL along the way. While in the NFL, Glenn pursued his other passions of food and wine, training during his off time at a restaurant with the chef. He also interned at Robert Mondavi Winery every off season. In his time in the NFL He had a radio show in Buffalo, and a TV show in Kansas City. Parker has been an analyst on the NFL Network's Playbook since late 2003, and was the main college football analyst for the CBS College Sports Network, The AFL on NBC. Parker also has appeared on Fox Sports, covering features on NFL Europa, and appeared on ESPN's NFL 2Nite. He was also one of the main analysts for College Football on Versus, NBC Sports and the Pac-12 Network. He has also called Arizona Cardinals preseason games with Mike Goldberg. He was previously the host of In The House, airing on KCUB-AM in Tucson, Arizona. After 15 years of broadcast he transitioned into coaching. He coached at The University of Arizona in 2017, the Arizona Hotshots of the AAL in 2018. He currently serves in the Principal Gifts office at the University of Arizona Foundation. Glenn and His wife Casey have raised 4 children, 3 girls and 1 boy, all 4 earned athletic and academic scholarships to college. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!

Jon shares how having a set of rituals gets you in alignment with your days and goals. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!

Jon talks with Kelly Kelly Houseman, mental health counselor, about the importance of talk therapy and what gratitude really is. Kelly Houseman is a licensed counselor with a private practice in the Detroit area. She is a writer and speaker with a passion for mental health and breaking stigmas. Her website offers relatable self-help tips, ways to embrace the chaos and more...all with a humorous, uplifting twist! Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Kelly Houseman: Website: https://kellysreality.com/ Twitter: KellysReality Instagram: KellysReality Facebook: www.facebook.com/kellysreality

Jon talks with Theresa Lina, CEO of Lina Group, Inc., about how to own your competitive market and how to have sustainable profitable growth. THERESA M. LĪNA is the author of the bestselling book, Be the Go-To: How to Own Your Competitive Market, Charge More, and Have Customers Love You for It. She has over twenty years of experience as a recognized Silicon Valley thought leader and strategist. She is the CEO of Līna Group, Inc., which specializes in market dominance strategy, and has been involved at Stanford University since 2006. She has served as chief strategy and marketing officer for several technology startups and has advised executives at hundreds of companies, including Apple, Amazon, Google, Nike, Disney, Cisco, Verizon, dozens of other recognized names, and many smaller, niche companies. She began her career at Accenture, where she helped found, lead, and grow what is now a multibillion-dollar business unit within the company. Theresa is a frequent speaker and workshop leader on strategy, market leadership and innovation. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Theresa Lina: Website: www.apollomethod.com

Jon sits down with Eric Levitz, Brian Surasky and Josh Schaefer with the AZ HOUSE – addiction recovery center to talk about recognizing and overcoming addiction. Eric Levitz, Executive Director of the AZ House of Jerusalem. Formerly of Cleveland Ohio, founded the AZ House in 2016 to help men struggling with addiction achieve permanent sobriety and rebuild their lives. Brian Surasky, Assistant Director of the AZ House of Jerusalem. Formerly of Miami, Brian has been a driver of innovation within the organization helping hundreds of addicts and alcoholics. Josh Schaefer, Business Operations for the AZ House of Jerusalem. Formerly of Detroit, is passionate and dedicated to help impart his recovery experiences on all residents and members of the Jerusalem Sober Community. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Eric Levitz, Brian Surasky and Josh Schaefery: Website: https://www.azhousejerusalem.com/