Change is 3 things. It’s risky, it’s disruptive, and it’s expensive. It’s also something no one wants to go through, unless they are forced to. My guest today embraces change, and his new book will show you how you can embrace it too. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Jason Feifer. Jason is the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, cohost of the Help Wanted podcast, and the author of Build for Tomorrow. We talk about the four phases of change, and how crafting the perfect...

We all have dreams. Even if you think your dream is impossible, the fact is that life is too short to not take a chance on your goal. My guest this week knows what it’s like to take that chance, and it has resulted in an exciting docuseries. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Mike Kilcoyne. Mike is a filmmaker and the founder of Mike Kilcoyne Productions. His docuseries How to: Life is his way of sharing his story with the world, vulnerabilities and all. Mike is here to talk...

As businesses become more automated, it’s starting to seem like good customer service is a thing of the past. But it doesn’t have to be this way. My guest today knows the art of listening, and he is here to discuss how practicing improv comedy can make you better at customer service. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with longtime friend (and fan!) of the show, Scott Baker. Scott is an improv comic and is one of the  Quickest Thinkers in Comedy. Scott is here to discuss how improv...

Everyone of us has talent. Whether you’re good at writing, selling, or public speaking, we’re all great at doing something. My guest today knew from a young age he had a talent for drawing faces, and today he is bringing smiles to faces everywhere through his Instagram, Drewzcartoonz. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Drew Traficante, also known as Drewz Cartoonz. Drew is a caricature artist who has created thousands of pieces of art over the years, all without formal...

Making the decision to open your own business comes with an inherent risk. How can you set yourself up for success? My guest today knows what it’s like to go all in on a plan, and he’s brewing up record sales. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Mark Heuwetter. Mark is the owner of Six Harbors Brewing Company, a local brewery in Huntington, New York. He walked away from a successful career in finance, taking the risk of cashing in his 401K to open his brewery. The result? More...

We all have a favorite toy from our childhood. Whether you were a fan of Barbie or Battleship, you had something you loved to play with when you were little. But with a focus on tech and tablets, are kids today even still playing with toys? Is the industry at risk of failing? My guest today is an expert in all things toys, and he’s got some great news about the future of the industry. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Matt Nuccio. Matt is the President of leading toy...

This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Don Mann. Don is a bestselling author, small business owner, and former member of the Navy SEAL Team Six. Don shares his perspective on the story of Aaron Dahan, Jewish business owner of Caffé Aronne in NYC whose employees quit because of his support of Israel.  Download this week’s episode of The Profit Express to hear Don’s take on why Aaron is a hero for not just Jewish business owners to look up to, but all business owners in these...

We all start our lives differently. For some of us, our journeys begin easily, with good grades and supportive families. But for others, it’s nowhere near as easy. My guest this week is here to share how it’s not how we start our journeys, but what we do with them that really matters. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Brian Will. Brian is a serial entrepreneur and two-time best-selling author. His book, I Give Dumb Kids Hope, details 57 life lessons to take you from despair to...

Coffee is a beverage that is near and dear to the heart of many, including me. Some of my earliest dates with my wife were at a local coffee shop here on Long Island. But that shop, like so many local coffee shops, has long since closed. My guests this week are here to chat about the challenges behind opening a coffee shop, and how you can compete with the Dunkins and Starbucks of the world. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Andrew and Claire Bowen, the husband-and-wife...

Thereasa Black is a modern-day Willy Wonka. The single mom is the owner and operator of Bon AppèSweet. Since her last appearance on The Profit Express, Thereasa has seen her business grow to levels she never dreamed of when she first started making her own chocolate. Thereasa is here to chat about how Bon AppèSweet has grown, what she’s learned over the years, and what’s next. This week on The Profit Express, I sit down with Thereasa Black. We chat about how Thereasa has hustled her way into...

Rob Basso is an executive business coach, speaker, and an entrepreneur who has built and sold multiple businesses. He is also possibly one of the best salespeople I have ever met! Rob understands better than anyone some of the issues facing the sales profession today. Due to growing negative perceptions and changes in communication styles, Millennials and Gen Z are not choosing a career in sales. That is going to put a hurting on the economy. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with...

Bill Corbett is a PR expert and the owner of Corbett Public Relations. He is also a crisis management expert who specializes in helping businesses through big PR blunders. Bill is here to chat about how to protect your brand in the face of a crisis. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Bill Corbett. He shares an update on the Anheuser-Busch controversy and how they alienated two target markets when they chose to abandon trans-influencer Dylan Mulvaney.  Bill also offers some of...

Hilary Topper is a blogger, podcaster, and three-time author. With her writing background, she is all too familiar with the difficult facts surrounding the publishing industry: the average book will sell less than 300 copies in its lifetime, you have less than a 1% chance of getting your book even on a retail shelf, and authors cannot rely on their publishers for promotion. Hilary is one of many authors who has taken on promoting her books through book tours. She is here to chat about how...

Michael Wright is a REALTOR here on Long Island. This year, he launched his Beyond 40 mission to change the lives of at least 40 people through real estate. He understands just how transformative a new home can be, and he is here to chat about how he’s tackling this challenge, and how he keeps himself accountable for his personal and professional goals. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Michael Wright. We chat about how he keeps himself accountable, and the power behind a cold...

Dr. Peter Kim is an expert in trust repair. It sounds made up, but trust him, it’s true. Dr. Kim is a social scientist and the author of the new book, How Trust Works. He understands just how important trust is for any relationship, and he is here today to help explain how to build it and maintain it as you work with customers. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Dr. Peter Kim. We talk about how you can build and repair trust in business, and whether humans really are as selfish...

Richard Luna is a self-proclaimed Super Geek. He is the founder of Protected Harbor, a company that provides managed IT services, cyber security, and development operations to businesses. Richard knows that technology can be intimidating, and he is here today to make it a bit more approachable for business owners. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Richard. We talk about the ins and outs of artificial intelligence, and just how it works. Download this week’s episode of The...

A third-generation inventor, Carter Hogg juggles being a D3 football player with pursuing a degree in Economics. But something he’s prouder of? Carter is also the inventor of G8RSkin, a wearable covering that can help reduce the risk of concussions by 59%. How did the G8RSkin come about, and can it revolutionize the sport of football? This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Carter. We chat about the technology behind how the G8RSkin works, and how his brother’s concussion inspired...

Robert Esposito started his company just as a way to do a favor for his mom. He was bitten by the entrepreneur bug and invested in creating a business. Now, 15 years later, Relocator Services, Inc. is a multi-million-dollar business operating in several states and staffing more than 60 employees. But the road to success has been anything but easy. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Robert. We chat about the truth behind the challenges of being an entrepreneur, and what rules...

The Cake Don, Don Donneruno, is known for his delicious and eye-catching cakes and cupcakes. While his Huntington-based business hasn’t been around as long as others on Long Island, Don has quickly grown in popularity, becoming the go-to baker, largely due to social media. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with The Cake Don. Don is no stranger to the show, and previously spoke with me about pivoting his business during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, years later, he...

1.5 billion websites. Countless hours of video on YouTube. Do the tidal waves of content out there have you feeling overwhelmed and not sure how to make your business stand out against competition around the world? You’re not alone! Fortunately, my guest today is here to help. He is here to guide you on how you can find your tribe and cut through the other noise to reach them. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Anthony Butler. Anthony is a veteran and is the author of Primal...

Is your business hitting 6 figures in revenue? What if you could hit 7 or 8 figures? While you might think these are impossible numbers to hit, the reality is, they’re fully within reach of your business. My guest today is here to chat about how with some quick changes, he took his family business to levels never seen before. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Ryan Margolin. Ryan is the CEO of Professional Hair Labs, a manufacturer and supplier of premium hair products. He is...

There comes a time for any brand to try to appeal to a new customer demographic. But what happens when you alienate your core customers? My guest today is no stranger to navigating the complex world of public relations, and he has his thoughts on the recent Budweiser-Dylan Mulvaney partnership. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with Bill Corbett. Bill is a PR expert and is the owner of Corbett Public Relations. He is here to chat about the recent Anheuser-Busch controversy, the...

Small business owners have three trusted advisors: an accountant, an attorney, and a financial advisor. These advisors like to do things by the book. But what if your advisor took a different approach in their services? My guest today offers a fun, uplifting, and entertaining experience…from an accountant. This week on The Profit Express I sit down with John Briggs. John is the founder and CEO of Incite Tax & Accounting, an accounting firm based in Utah. He is also the author of Profit...

My guest today is no stranger to bringing the laughs to the show. He is improv comedian Scott Baker, one of the Quickest Thinkers in Comedy. Scott is back to play the hottest game in podcasting: Guess the Business Icon! Play along and see if you can beat Scott! Download this week’s episode of The Profit Express to see how many icons you know, and learn why Scott isn’t impressed by Kylie Jenner. This week’s episode of The Profit Express is brought to you by Corbett Public Relations,...