In this episode of All Things LOCS, host Dr. Dan Neissany sits down with financial advisor John Askin from Allied Wealth Partners in New Jersey to unpack the crucial intersection of finance and healthcare. John shares his journey from Division I athlete to advisor, revealing how a torn ACL led to his unique niche: serving healthcare professionals. We dive into investing strategies for young clinicians, overcoming massive student debt, preparing clinic owners for retirement, and navigating the noise of financial advice on social media.Whether you're just starting your healthcare career or running a busy practice, this episode offers actionable financial wisdom tailored to your world.⏱️ Chapter Markers:00:00 – Intro to John Askin & the finance-healthcare overlap01:15 – John’s background: From athlete to advisor03:40 – Early career struggles and building confidence05:00 – Discovering a niche in healthcare finance07:20 – Why healthcare professionals are underserved financially10:00 – Betting on yourself: Risk-taking in your 20s13:00 – The importance of time freedom and long-term planning15:00 – Why your 20s are crucial for investing17:00 – Managing student debt vs. starting investments20:00 – Understanding compounding interest22:00 – Personalized financial planning: Not one-size-fits-all24:15 – Clinic owners: Common mistakes and missed opportunities27:00 – Retirement strategy vs. business valuation29:00 – Planning an exit: Succession before burnout31:00 – The power of delegation and knowing your strengths32:00 – Common hurdles with new clients in healthcare33:30 – Action-oriented clients: A financial advisor’s dream35:00 – Social media myths and the danger of bad financial advice37:15 – Why TikTok finance doesn’t fit everyone39:00 – Vetting credible financial guidance42:00 – Why specialization matters when choosing an advisor43:00 – John’s “Financial Plan of Care” explained46:00 – Implementing change in bite-sized steps48:00 – Adapting plans for different goals and life stages49:00 – Ongoing evaluation: Adjusting strategy quarterly50:00 – Closing thoughts on behavioral finance & personalized strategy

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In this episode of All Things LOCS, hosts Antonio Garcia and Dan Neissany sit down with Arielle Cohen—co-founder of Marketing 411 and CMO of Business 411—to unpack modern marketing strategy, agency dynamics, scaling companies, and the mindset behind success.

Known as the go-to expert for roofing industry marketing, Arielle shares tactical insights on how to convert leads into customers, overcome scope creep, avoid being burned by bad agencies, and build resilient marketing systems. She also gets personal—talking mindset, female leadership, and the importance of taking action before you're "ready."

Whether you’re a startup, established business, or solo founder, this episode is packed with practical strategies and powerful mindset shifts.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro to Arielle Cohen & her marketing background

01:00 – State of marketing today: status quo vs. innovation

03:30 – Biggest misconceptions business owners have about marketing

06:00 – Google strategies in crowded industries

09:30 – How to have tough client conversations using data

10:15 – Navigating scope creep with clients

12:00 – How to find the right marketing partner

14:00 – Identifying your "star player" services

15:30 – Using AI tools like ChatGPT for small business strategy

17:00 – Omnipresence vs. focused strategy

19:30 – Delegation & letting go of control

20:30 – Key marketing metrics every business should track

23:15 – Reverse engineering lead targets from revenue goals

24:00 – Rebuilding trust after being burned by past agencies

27:00 – The psychology behind copywriting and conversions

28:00 – Why organic content outperforms traditional ads

29:45 – The danger of confusing, over-technical messaging

30:00 – What a high-functioning marketing team looks like

33:30 – Why CMO turnover is so high in major companies

36:00 – Staying nimble in a changing marketing landscape

38:00 – Being a woman with dreads in male-dominated industries

39:00 – Turning difference into a competitive advantage

42:00 – Advice for women in business: no excuses, just execution

44:00 – Forward movement & letting go of perfection

46:00 – How to contact Arielle & get help with marketing

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In this episode, host Antonio Garcia sits down with Chris Fronda, CEO of LogicTry, to explore the growing tension between human and artificial reasoning, the importance of protecting expert intelligence, and why critical thinking is more essential than ever. Chris is on a mission to ensure experts are fairly compensated, logic is preserved, and the next generation is equipped to think clearly in a rapidly evolving AI-driven world.

From his work with the United Nations to founding LogicTry, Chris dives deep into the future of education, the ethical challenges of AI, and how emotional intelligence and first-principles thinking will define tomorrow's leaders.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & intro to Chris Fronda

01:15 – What it means to protect expert intelligence

03:45 – The risk of losing human agency to AI

05:50 – Why education must shift from memorization to reasoning

08:00 – Logic defined: science fiction vs real-world application

10:10 – Human vs artificial reasoning

12:00 – Logic as a guide for managing emotions and decisions

14:40 – Big tech vs startups: how each uses AI differently

16:45 – Top AI tools for small businesses

19:00 – Challenges of AI integration in healthcare

22:40 – Global AI ethics: what the UN is focusing on

26:25 – Bias, hiring, and the danger of automated decisions

30:00 – AI, effort avoidance, and loss of critical thinking

32:40 – Inequality, automation, and the digital divide

35:45 – Emotional intelligence as the human advantage

37:15 – Intergenerational friction & the loss of reasoning

40:45 – Asking better questions & the principle of charity

44:40 – Startups, sunk costs, and pivoting with logic

47:00 – Mentorship, data, and flexible decision-making

50:00 – The shift from hours to outcomes in business

55:00 – LogicTry’s mission & predictions for the future

57:00 – How to connect with Chris & join the LogicTry movement

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In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Kowal, co-founder of Foodie Fit Meals, to unpack how he went from bartending to building one of the most recognizable meal prep brands in Las Vegas. Andrew shares how a hate for cooking led to a scalable business, why his team operates without rigid hierarchy, and how journaling, DISC assessments, and hiring scorecards shape Foodie Fit’s growth.

This is a must-listen for anyone scaling a brand or building a culture where accountability and performance go hand in hand.

⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Meet Andrew Kowal, co-founder of Foodie Fit
01:10 – From San Diego bartender to Vegas entrepreneur
03:00 – Why he started Foodie Fit (hint: he hates cooking!)
05:15 – What is Foodie Fit and who do they serve?
07:00 – Misconceptions about healthy food and mass-market appeal
10:30 – Grassroots marketing vs. traditional advertising
13:00 – The power of partnerships and community outreach
16:00 – Internal roles: Andrew, Alex, and Beau
18:00 – Flat organizations, decision-making, and conflict resolution
21:00 – Journaling as a leadership tool
24:00 – Culture, accountability, and values in action
27:00 – Vetting vendors & hiring with scorecards
30:00 – DISC assessments & internal promotions
33:00 – Innovation, customer feedback, and fan favorites
36:00 – Scaling challenges, multiple kitchens, and market data
39:00 – How local expansion vs. national growth works
42:00 – Systems, tech, and keeping quality high
45:00 – Capital efficiency & avoiding common food industry pitfalls
48:00 – Investing philosophy: boring, but effective
51:00 – Self-development, reading, and coaching
54:00 – Final thoughts from Andrew & wrap-up

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In this episode, host Antonio Garcia sits down with Kate Sybilrud, a renowned life and content coach, to explore identity, authenticity, personal branding, and why men often struggle to show up online as their true selves. Kate specializes in coaching high-achieving men to find their voice, lead from within, and build powerful brands that reflect who they really are.From coaching Ryan Pineda’s team to transforming lives through content that connects, Kate unpacks the core of self-worth, vulnerability, and how staying true to your values builds real influence.⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & intro to Kate Sybilrud

01:15 – Why Kate works primarily with men

03:00 – How she helps clients build connection through content

06:30 – The power of personal storytelling

10:00 – Why authenticity trumps algorithm-hacking

14:00 – The identity struggle behind content creation

18:30 – How content leads to real relationships

22:00 – Kate’s take on core values & what truly matters

27:00 – Before/after story of a $150K client breakthrough

33:00 – The problem with chasing vanity metrics

37:00 – Legacy, leadership, and Kate’s personal story about her father

42:00 – Men, emotional health & burnout

47:00 – What women misunderstand about men

51:00 – Emotional intelligence & how men can grow

How to connect and work with Kate🔗 Connect with Kate Sybilrud📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katesellscreator🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KateSibylRuth📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katesellscreator📅

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In today’s ever evolving and fast-paced healthcare landscape, simply providing excellent patient care is no longer enough to sustain and grow a healthcare practice. To thrive, healthcare organizations must focus on optimizing their internal operations, streamlining processes, creating a positive work culture, and scaling in a way that’s both smart and sustainable.

In this episode of All Things LOCS, we dive deep into what "best practices" really mean in business. Hosts Dr. Dan Neissany and Antonio Garcia of Best Practice Strategies unpack the best practices that every healthcare leader must implement to elevate their practice—whether you’re a clinic owner, manager, or just starting your leadership journey.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• How Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ensure consistent care and improve operational efficiency.

• The importance of strategic growth and how optimizing existing systems can drive better results than just focusing on new patient acquisition.

• Building a strong organizational culture that drives motivation, productivity, and patient satisfaction.

• Why delegation and breaking free from the "founder’s trap" is crucial for growth.

• How employee engagement directly impacts patient outcomes and business performance.

• The role of gratitude in leadership to foster a positive work environment.

Why This Episode is Crucial for Healthcare Leaders: Running a healthcare practice requires a combination of operational efficiency, strong leadership, and a culture of continuous improvement. By implementing these best practices, you can streamline your operations, create a work environment that fosters employee satisfaction, and build a scalable business that delivers high-quality patient care consistently.

Whether you're a seasoned healthcare executive or just starting to lead your own practice, this episode will provide actionable insights and strategies that can help you overcome common challenges and drive growth in your healthcare organization.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: What are “best practices”?

01:30 – Operations & learning styles in the workplace

03:00 – Why every business needs SOPs

06:00 – How to start building SOPs from scratch

09:15 – Paying for speed vs. DIY operations

12:30 – The “sailboat” analogy for business growth

15:00 – JV & affiliate strategies in healthcare and beyond

18:00 – Strategic expansion through collaboration

20:00 – The role of leadership in operations & growth

22:30 – Building a culture through servant leadership

25:00 – Gratitude: Growth tool or corporate mask?

26:45 – Final thoughts & wrap-up

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How to Buy, Scale, and Exit a Business the Smart Way — with Chad Peterson

In this episode of All Things LOCS, we sit down with Chad Peterson, founder of Peterson Acquisitions and author of Quantum Stack Investing, to discuss the real-world strategies of buying, scaling, and selling businesses.

With over 25 years of experience in M&A, Chad breaks down the truth behind:

- The actual process of buying and selling businesses

- Why most gurus are misleading you with “easy” acquisition strategies

- How to build a business that doesn’t fall apart when you leave

- Red flags in the “buy a boring business” movement

- Why your business needs boundaries, systems, and cash flow to be valuable

- How to align business with your personal exit vision

This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone considering an acquisition or preparing for a profitable exit.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro to Chad Peterson & M&A Basics

01:04 – The snake oil in today’s “buy a biz” space

02:31 – Why buying/selling is an art—not a formula

04:47 – Chad’s first exit & how he fell into M&A

06:41 – Lessons from flying & rebuilding post-9/11

10:46 – The problem with “easy” acquisitions

14:05 – Red flags in online business advice

17:09 – Tax strategy vs. cash flow strategy

20:14 – Why scaling without strategy leads to failure

23:10 – Building teams vs. emotional attachment

26:12 – The myth of “semi-absentee” ownership

30:02 – Aligning strategy with personal vision

35:50 – Preparing to sell: profit, process & posture

39:12 – What buyers really care about

42:00 – Is starting a business in 2025 a bad idea?

44:22 – Add-backs & valuation insights

46:47 – Final thoughts & connect with Chad

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In this episode, we’re joined by Steven Crissien — digital marketing expert, producer on the Ed Mylett podcast, and passionate mentor helping others find purpose through branding, leadership, and legacy.

Steven shares his journey from building businesses to building people, discusses the importance of personal branding, and dives deep into how faith, family, and values shape his leadership style.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro and welcome
01:15 – Meet Steven Crissien: Background and purpose
05:30 – Why personal branding matters today
10:45 – Steven’s shift from business to mentorship
17:20 – Balancing entrepreneurship and family
22:10 – The role of faith in leadership
28:40 – Building community and pouring into others
33:15 – Authenticity wins in life and business
39:05 – Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
45:00 – Final thoughts on legacy
48:30 – Where to follow Steven

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Website: stevencrissien.com/media

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