908ent: The Podcast

Dr. Jessica McCarthy and Sal discussed the factors leading to success. Dr. McCarthy emphasized the importance of defining success, setting boundaries, and taking care of yourself. She shared her personal experience of overcoming academic challenges and a sports injury, highlighting the role of failure in shaping her resilience and success. She encouraged viewing failure as a learning opportunity. Sal agreed with Jessica's pers...

Sal and Mitch discussed the keys to success, with Mitch highlighting the importance of understanding God's Word, knowing one's purpose in life, and striving for personal growth. They also discussed Mitch's journey into the real estate industry, which began after reading a book on real estate investing and closing his first wholesale deal. Mitch stressed the importance of education and personal development in his jour...

Sal & Joe discuss Joe's journey from being a walk-on player to eventually being named a team captain. He also discusses his academic achievements, including making the Academic All-Big 10 list for three consecutive years.

Joe and Sal talk about the importance of hard work, competition, and living in the moment as key elements of success. Joe further shares his motto about being a "party crasher," which i...

Sal and Billy discuss the mission of Billy's firm and their decision to specialize in financial services for licensed professionals. They emphasize the importance of integrity, adaptability, and a positive attitude in business.

Billy shares insights on overcoming unique financial challenges, the importance of job satisfaction beyond money, and the crucial role of hard work and perseverance in achieving success. Billy ...

Sal had a conversation with Patrick in which they discussed various topics. These topics included the importance of maintaining a consistent attitude and effort, the value of feedback, and the lessons learned from challenging times.

Patrick shared his personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the significance of patience, persistence, and having a clear purpose. He also mentioned the Stone Cutter's Creed, a power...

Key Takeaways

• Success is relative - need to set your own parameters for what success means to you
• Have a strategic plan and systems/processes in place to reach your goals
• Enjoy the journey and process, not just focus on the end result
• Running a business requires wearing two hats - creative and numbers/business side
• Find solutions and present those to clients
• Work smarter, not just harder - strategy is key

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Sal had a conversation with Coach Tim Simo, discussing his coaching career and the importance of consistency, perseverance, and a positive mindset for success. Tim reflected on the valuable lessons learned from influential people in their life, particularly a close friend who recently passed away. This experience has given him a new perspective on treating others and appreciating the moments in life.

Tim and Sal talked abo...

Sal and Hunter had a discussion about their motivations for starting their own businesses. Hunter highlighted three key factors for success: hard work, a supportive team, and determination.

Hunter shared his experience in the insurance industry and how it allowed him to be involved in people's lives while still having the flexibility to spend time with his family. He also drew valuable lessons from his football days, ...

Sal and John discussed John’s key success factors of passion, self-motivation, and embracing failure. He shared how being part of a family business inspired them to continue the tradition and grow the brand of Liberty Group, which has been in business for over 100 years.

They talked about the valuable lesson John learned from running the family business, highlighting the importance of hard work and outworking others. John ...

Sal and Danielle had a discussion about Danielle's journey of becoming an author. She shared how a book inspired her and the challenges she faced with writer's block. Danielle gained valuable insights about the importance of consistency, finding the optimal time to write, and self-reflection. She also shared her three key principles for success: consistency, repetition, and continuous learning.

They talked about ...

Instagram Blueprint: Time-Saving Guide For Figuring Out Instagram

Download Your Free Guide: https://www.908ent.com/blueprint

What's Included?

1. Setting Up Your Instagram Account
2. Optimizing Your Instagram Profile
3. Content
4. Captions and Hashtags
5. Utilizing Instagram Stories and Reels
6. Interacting with Your Audience
7. Analyzing Your Account Insights​

​​Bonus: Creating Your Own Make-Shift Banner for Your Account

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Sal and Kate had a conversation where Kate shared her background as a licensed professional counselor and her experience as an athlete, which inspired her to pursue a career in sports psychology. They discussed three key factors for success: consistent effort, meaningful relationships, and self-belief.

During their conversation, Sal and Kate reflected on the valuable lessons they learned from their experiences. They emphas...

Sal had a conversation with Coach Kevin Kostibos, who shared his three main principles for success: having a plan, surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals, and being prepared for obstacles. Kevin discussed how he was inspired to pursue coaching and the valuable lesson he learned about adapting to life's changes.

Sal and Kevin talked about the importance of tradition and long-term goals in achieving success. ...

Sal interviewed Peter Badgley, the founder and COO of Upside, a unique housing solution for older adults. They discussed Peter's journey in starting Upside, the three key factors for success (persistence, adaptability, and a positive attitude), and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive people. They emphasized the significance of hard work over talent, stating that hard work always pays off.

Peter highlig...

Sal and Coach Chris Roof had a conversation about Chris’s background in baseball and coaching. Chris shared his thoughts on discipline, loyalty, and hard work in coaching, and how his mentor inspired him to pursue coaching after his playing career.

Chris also discussed the creation and success of the Heights Baseball School and the High School Developmental League, which provide coaching and opportunities for young basebal...

Sal interviewed Darnell, a former football player turned real estate investor and realtor. Darnell shared his inspiration for pursuing real estate, which stemmed from reading the book "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" while playing football in Canada.

Sal and Darnell discussed the importance of diversifying oneself and not being limited by societal expectations, as well as the value of hard work and enjoying the process. They...

Nick discussed his experience as a teacher and coach, emphasizing the importance of balance and accepting challenges. He also shared his coaching style and the differences between coaching football and golf. Nick discussed how he incorporated challenges into every aspect of coaching and training for football players, including summer workouts, to prepare them for post-season competition. He also emphasized the importance of hard wo...

Michele discussed his career path, which involved working in finance on Wall Street before transitioning into his family's business, the Villa Restaurant Group. He emphasized the importance of having options, a backup plan, and revisiting past failures as key factors for success. Michele shared a valuable lesson he learned about taking the opportunity to get a foot in the door and having a seat at the table to ultimately achie...

Sal and Karen discussed Karen's experience as a successful real estate agent and the importance of honesty, authenticity, and consistency in achieving success. They also talked about the significance of education and staying up-to-date with industry trends. During the conversation, Sal and Karen discussed the importance of listening to others and asking for constructive criticism in order to improve. Karen emphasized the need ...